GrandStories: Profiles in Aging
by Howard University Multidisciplinary Gerontology Center
Sponsored by the Howard University School of Social Work's Multidisciplinary Gerontology Center and hosted by Dr. Robert Cosby, GrandStories: Profiles in Aging features interviews with social justice leaders and community members. In each episode, Dr. Robert Cosby speaks with a featured guest about social justice topics related to aging and legacy, particularly in the African American community.
Episodes
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Episode 33: Dr. Robert Cosby Part 2
In Part Two of this special episode of Grand Stories: Profiles in Aging, Dr. Sandra Edmonds Crewe continues her conversation with our very own host, Dr. Robert Cosby. In this part of their conversation, Dr. Cosby reflects on common misconceptions about aging, the importance of understanding older...
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Episode 32: Dr. Robert Cosby Part 1
In Part One of this special episode of Grand Stories: Profiles in Aging, Dr. Sandra Edmonds Crewe interviews our very own podcast host, Dr. Robert Cosby. In their conversation, Dr. Cosby reflects on his early years, the experiences that led him to become a social worker and gerontologist, and the...
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Episode 31: Lastenia Brathwaite-Pretlow Part 2
In part two of this interview, Dr. Robert Cosby continues his conversation with Lastenia Brathwaite-Pretlow, social worker and longtime District of Columbia child welfare professional. Pretlow reflects on the people and experiences that shaped her, her commitment to civil and human rights, and…
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Episode 30: Lastenia Brathwaite-Pretlow Part 1
In part one of a two-part interview, Dr. Robert Cosby interviews Lastenia Brathwaite-Pretlow, social worker and longtime District of Columbia child welfare professional. Pretlow shares stories from her decades-long career, reflecting on the complexities of working with and caring for children and...
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Episode 29: Dr. Linda Whitby
Dr. Robert Cosby interviews Dr. Linda Whitby, physician, president of the Oasis Foundation, and advocate for equitable healthcare. Dr. Whitby shares insights from her decades-long career in medicine, discussing health disparities, maternal health, preventive care, addiction, and the importance of...
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Episode 28: Rev. Raymond Jetson PART 2
"Decision-making needs to be closest to the people." Dr. Robert Cosby continues his conversation with Rev. Raymond Jetson, founder of Aging While Black, in Part 2 of this two-part interview. Jetson reflects on lessons from leading Hurricane Katrina recovery efforts, the importance of...
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Episode 27: Rev. Raymond Jetson PART 1
Dr. Robert Cosby interviews Rev. Raymond Jetson, whose career has spanned ministry, public service, state government, and national advocacy as founder of the national movement Aging While Black, in Part 1 of a two-part conversation. Jetson reflects on growing up in segregated Baton Rouge, the...
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Episode 26: Dr. Leland K. Hall Sr. Returns
Dr. Robert Cosby interviews Dr. Leland K. Hall for his second appearance on Grand Stories: Profiles in Aging, exploring Hall’s remarkable career in social work and mental health. Hall reflects on his educational journey, early work in psychiatric hospitals, graduate training at Howard University,...
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Episode 25: Dr. Amy Billingsley
In her interview with Dr. Robert Cosby, Dr. Amy Billingsley opens up about her colorful family history, the difficulties of losing loved ones at such a young age, her gift of "knitting people together," her involvement with HistoryMakers, and Black Women's Agenda and her powerful impact in her...
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Episode 24: Dr. Andrew Billingsley
Dr. Andrew Billingsley, Sociologist, Author, College Provost, Vice Chancellor, President and Professor shares with Dr. Robert Cosby his rich history. Starting with his childhood in Marion, Alabama and his recognition of what he needed to expand his intellect. He shared that thirst for knowledge…
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Episode 23: Annette Solomon Part 2
The conversation continues as Annette Solomon shares on the barriers of social work including the funding of programs. Ms. Solomon also talks about "planned failure," for "social workers not to get in their own way," self-care, the widening of the wealth gap, the reassessment of our value system,...
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Episode 22: Annette Solomon Part 1
In the first of a two part episode, Howard University Graduate from the School of Social Work Annette Solomon discusses with Dr. Robert Cosby the inspiration driven by her parents and the impactful presence that Howard University had on her as a student. Ms. Solomon has a reputable resume in…
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Episode 21: Dr. Frederica Barrow
Dr. Robert Cosby speaks with Dr. Frederica Barrow. She speaks about her upbringing in the rural town of Greensboro, North Carolina during the Jim Crow era, and her experiences with discrimination and racism that thrived at the time. Dr. Frederica Barrow also shares her experiences of fighting...
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Episode 20: Patricia Martin-O'Meally Part 2
In Part 2 of this interview, Dr. Robert Cosby continues his conversation with Patricia Martin-O'Meally, ACSW, LICSW, LCSWC, BCD, CPM. She goes back to discuss her time growing up in Pittsburgh, including her experiences witnessing segregation and white flight, participating in Girl Scouts, and…
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Episode 19: Patricia Martin-O'Meally Part 1
In Part 1 of this interview, Dr. Robert Cosby speaks with Patricia Martin-O'Meally, ACSW, LICSW, LCSWC, BCD, CPM. From a childhood interaction with Ms. Josephine Baker to the moment she heard about the assassination of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., Ms. Martin-O'Meally recounts powerful…
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Episode 18: Don Clarkson Part 2
In Part 2 of this interview, Dr. Robert Cosby speaks with Don Clarkson about his work as a social work pioneer in the modalities of group work and psychodrama, including a discussion of his work training trial lawyers and their clients in psychodrama in order to improve client outcomes. You will…
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Episode 17: Don Clarkson Part 1
In Part 1 of this interview, Dr. Robert Cosby speaks with Don Clarkson about his experiences with discrimination and family challenges while growing up with three of his aunts in the Houston, TX area. From his memories of this time, he shares with us many pieces of wisdom, including the idea that...
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Episode 16: Shelton Sullivan
In this episode, Dr. Robert Cosby speaks with Shelton Sullivan about the influence of his "village" as he grew up in Los Angeles, his powerful experiences in law, in teaching, and in seminary and spiritual work, 12 compelling lessons to pass on to the next generation, and more. Shelton Sullivan…
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Episode 15: Dr. Cudore L. Snell Part 2
Dr. Robert Cosby sits down to speak with Dr. Cudore L. Snell. In Part 2 of this powerful interview, he speaks about the rich culture and history of the District Six area of Cape Town as well as the social justice issues he sees as important today after having grown up during the Apartheid era. He...
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Episode 14: Dr. Cudore L. Snell Part 1
Dr. Robert Cosby sits down to speak with Dr. Cudore L. Snell, current professor at the Howard University School of Social Work and Assistant Provost for International Programs at Howard University. In Part 1 of this interview, Dr. Snell offers vivid insights into growing up in South Africa during...
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Episode 13: Dr. Mildred "Mit" Joyner Part 2
Dr. Cosby continues his conversation with NASW President Dr. Mildred "Mit" Joyner. In Part 2 of this interview, Dr. Joyner speaks about accomplishments she is proud of, the value in listening to our elders to learn about their stories and legacy, and the importance of bringing the student...
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Episode 12: Dr. Mildred "Mit" Joyner Part 1
In this episode, Dr. Robert Cosby speaks with Dr. Mildred "Mit" Joyner. Dr. Joyner is the current President of the National Association of Social Workers (NASW). She also serves as President of the North America Region of the International Federation of Social Workers (IFSW), and she has…
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Episode 11: Gloria Batiste-Roberts Part 2
In Part 2 of this interview, Dr. Robert Cosby speaks with Dr. Gloria Batiste-Roberts about critical race theory, the power of discovering Black literature and art, police brutality and prison reform, healthy eating, and the strengths of Black families. Dr. Batiste-Roberts, a former president of…
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Episode 10: Dr. Gloria Batiste-Roberts Part 1
In this episode, Dr. Robert Cosby interviews Dr. Gloria Batiste-Roberts. Dr. Batiste-Roberts, a former president of the National Association of Black Social Workers (NABSW), serves as the Director of the Thomas F. Freeman Center for Forensic Excellence at Texas Southern University and adjunct...
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Episode 9: Anita Bellamy Shelton Part 2
In Part 2 of this interview, Dr. Robert Cosby continues his conversation with Ms. Anita Bellamy Shelton. Ms. Shelton, widely regarded as a “living legend” by her contemporaries and those who look up to her civil and human rights work, has worked tirelessly throughout her career to create change…
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Episode 8: Anita Bellamy Shelton Part 1
In this episode, Dr. Robert Cosby speaks with Ms. Anita Bellamy Shelton. Ms. Shelton, widely regarded as a “living legend” by her contemporaries and those who look up to her civil and human rights work, has worked tirelessly throughout her career to create change in housing, anti-poverty…
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Episode 7: Dr. Ruby Gourdine
In this episode, Dr. Robert Cosby speaks with Dr. Ruby Gourdine. Dr. Gourdine is currently on the faculty as a senior professor at the Howard University School of Social Work. She has had a long and illustrious career as a clinician, administrator, consultant, and researcher in the areas of...
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Episode 6: Dr. Wise E. Allen
In this episode, Dr. Robert Cosby speaks with Dr. Wise E. Allen. Dr. Allen is an HUSSW alumnus, and he has served in many roles including Presidents of four state community colleges and also the Chancellor of the Peralta Community College District in Berkley, California. He has been part of local...
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Episode 5: John E. Jacob Part 2
In Part 2 of this compelling interview, Dr. Robert Cosby continues his conversation with John E. Jacob, civil rights leader, corporate executive, and Howard University alumnus. In this episode, Jacob discusses his work as President of the National Urban League, his time spent with the late Vernon...
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Episode 4: John E. Jacob Part 1
In Part 1 of this astonishing interview, Dr. Robert Cosby speaks with John E. Jacob, civil rights leader, corporate executive, and Howard University alumnus. Jacob has served in many prominent roles, including his tenure as President and CEO of the National Urban League from 1982 to 1994, his...
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Episode 3: Dr. Leland K. Hall, Sr.
In this episode, Dr. Robert Cosby interviews Dr. Leland K. Hall, Sr., Howard University School of Social Work alumnus and an expert in mental health, psychiatric interventions, and community organizing. Dr. Hall earned his PhD in Psychology and Mental Health Administration from Union Institute…
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Episode 2: Dr. Annie Woodley Brown
In this episode, Dr. Robert Cosby interviews Dr. Annie Woodley Brown, retired social worker and faculty member of the Howard University School of Social Work. She is an expert in child welfare, adolescent mental health, social welfare history, and a variety of other issues. Throughout the...
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Episode 1: Dr. Sandra Edmonds Crewe
In this episode, Dr. Robert Cosby sits down with Dr. Sandra Edmonds Crewe. Following in the footsteps of social work pioneer and founding Dean Inabel Burns Lindsay, Dr. Crewe is the Dean of the Howard University School of Social Work and a passionate leader in movements for social justice. She…
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Episode 0: Trailer
In this episode, Dr. Robert Cosby introduces GrandStories: Profiles in Aging, giving listeners insight into future episode topics and upcoming guests. We look forward to having you on this journey with us! The podcast features music performed by the Howard University Jazz Ensemble, under the...
About this show
Sponsored by the Howard University School of Social Work's Multidisciplinary Gerontology Center and hosted by Dr. Robert Cosby, GrandStories: Profiles in Aging features interviews with social justice leaders and community members. In each episode, Dr. Robert Cosby speaks with a featured guest about social justice topics related to aging and legacy, particularly in the African American community.
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Howard University Multidisciplinary Gerontology Center