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The Equity Experience
by Karla Manning, PhD
This podcast is a space curated for K-12 educators and school leaders who are dedicated to pursuing equity and inclusion in their schools and organizations. On this show, we highlight the voices and experiences of educators, school leaders, community organizers, authors, and scholar-practitioners who are committed to building equitable and inclusive schools, specifically with historically marginalized children and communities.
Episodes
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EP 69: Educational Equity for Black Male Students in Higher Education
Welcome to Episode # of The Equity Experience Podcast! In today’s episode, we have an informative and empowering conversation about equity for Black males in K-12 and higher education. Let’s welcome Dr. Alan Baker, Dr. Dramaine Freeman, and Mr. Nathaniel Smith. We have an in-depth conversation...
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EP 68: 6 Ways to Support Your Black Students Beyond Black History Month
Welcome to the Equity Experience Podcast! On today's episode, Dr. Karla is sharing 6 ways that K-12 school leaders and educators can support and affirm Black students, 365. Here are some tips that K-12 principals and superintendents can keep at the forefront to help support students all year...
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EP 67: 3 Ways to Jumpstart Your Equity Journey in 2024
**3 Ways to Jumpstart Your Equity Journey in 2024 as a School Leader** You are a superintendent or principal and your school is making an unapologetic commitment to focusing on diversity, equity, and inclusion. You all have had conversations about what this work may look like, you all have…
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EP 66: Conducting an Equity Audit 101 - 7 Priority Areas & Guiding Questions
Good day and welcome to episode 66 of The Equity Experience Podcast! In today’s episode, Dr. Karla is providing some fundamental information about equity audits and how they can be used to address disparities and inequities in school districts. **What is an equity audit? ** An equity audit is a...
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EP 65: 5 Media Films to Teach about Racial & Social Justice
Good day and good day! Welcome to another episode of The Equity Experience Podcast! On today's episode, I'm happy to share with you all five (5) films that I've used in my teaching practices to help students think through topics about race, identity, justice, and advocacy. As a teaching strategy…
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EP 64: Addressing Disproportionality, Root Cause Analysis, & Educational Equity w/Dr. Kris DeFilippis
Good day and good day! Welcome to episode 64 of The Equity Experience Podcast! In this podcast, we have a conversation with Dr. Kris DeFilippis about the topics of disproportionality and root cause analysis. One of the common concerns for people committed to educational equity work is resolving...
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EP 63: Reflections on Improving Racial Diversity within Employee HR Practices | Hiring, Retention, & Workplace Inclusion
Welcome to Episode 63 of The Equity Experience Podcast! A question that I commonly receive from school district leaders is: How do I recruit more teachers of color in my District? How do we diversify our strategy to be more equitable with our hiring practices? This is always a great question to...
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EP 62: 5 Priority Areas for Your Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion Strategy in 2023
Good day and good day! Welcome to episode 62 of The Equity Experience Podcast! In this podcast, we have a conversation with Dr. Karla Rose Manning about prioritizing diversity, equity, and inclusion in your organizational strategy. We have a discussion about the 5 priority areas that leaders can...
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EP 61: Reflections on The Light We Carry | Michelle Obama's Book Tour
Welcome to The Equity Experience Podcast! In this episode, I share my personal reflections after attending the Former First Lady Michelle Obama's book tour in Chicago in December 2022. What an AMAZING experience! As Obama discussed her book, I made sure to take note of a few key ideas, that…
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EP 60: Equity-Centered 'I Am' Affirmations for K-12 Students
What does equity feel like for our students? How might equity experiences feel like for young people? In this podcast, I have a conversation with you to talk about the power of affirmations, particularly with K-12 students. Specifically, I discuss: What affirmations are and their role in helping…
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EP 59: Advancing Educational Equity with Servant Leadership w/Dr. Moses McKenzie Jr
Good day and good day! Welcome to episode 59 of The Equity Experience Podcast! In this podcast, we have a conversation with Dr. Moses McKenzie about servant-style leadership and how it is used in practice. Dr. Moses joins us as a middle school principal in Paterson, NJ and shares his...
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Ep 58: 9 Reasons Why Your School District Needs an Equity Team
Good day and good day! Welcome to episode 58 of The Equity Experience Podcast! In this podcast, we have a conversation with Dr. Karla Rose Manning about the importance of equity teams within K-12 schools and districts. We have a discussion about the different kinds of equity teams that schools…
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EP 57: Addressing Trauma & Healing With Migrant, Immigrant, And Refugee Students W/Dr. Elaine Harper
In this podcast, we have a conversation with Dr. Elaine Harper about the experiences of migrant, immigrant, and refugee students in the United States. We have a discussion about the traumatizing experiences that some refugee learners may have and how this trauma may show up in the classroom.…
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EP 56: Promoting Responsibility & Accountability in Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion
In this podcast, we have a conversation with Dr. Karla Rose Manning about the individuality aspect of transforming the schools and districts of the DEI as well as discussing the roles and the focuses when doing DEI work. Instead of focusing on the issues at a macro level, such as policies and...
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EP 55: 24 Examples of Systemic Inequities Experienced by Students of Color in U.S. Schools
Good day and welcome to episode 55 of The Equity Experience Podcast! In today's conversation, I'm reading a blog published by the Great Lakes Equity Center in 2020 titled "24 Examples of Systemic Inequities Experienced by Students of Color and Students from Under-Resourced Communities in U.S....
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EP 54: Preventing the Spread of White Nationalism in Schools
Welcome, welcome to Episode #54 of The Equity Experience Podcast. In today's show, we are having a conversation addressing white nationalism and racism in schools. (I prefer to use the term 'white nationalism' as opposed to 'white supremacy' or 'white superiority' and in another episode, I'll…
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EP 53: How Buffalo Schools Are Grappling With the Racist Attack in Their Community
Welcome to Episode 53 of The Equity Experience Podcast! In this solo episode, I read and share a TIME article discussing the racially-motivated shooting in Buffalo, New York and how Buffalo Public School District is addressing the violent attack. Highlights from this article/podcast include: The...
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EP 52: Exploring Social & Emotional Learning Education w/Dr. Elaine Harper
Welcome to the Equity Experience Podcast! In Episode 52, we have an in-depth conversation with Dr. Elaine Harper, a Professor, Former K-12 School Administrator, & Social-Emotional Learning Consultant. In this conversation, we engage the following questions: What are some of the main tenets of a...
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EP 51: Deconstructing Gender & Identity Norms w/Yael Rosenstock Gonzalez
How can educators include all ethnicities, races, genders, sexual orientations, and disability statuses in K-12 classrooms and schools? In this podcast, we have an exciting conversation with Yael Rosenstock Gonzalez, a queer, sex gender woman who identifies herself as a body positivity and sex...
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EP 50: How to Make Your Equity Policy a Reality
Welcome to Episode 50 of The Equity Experience Podcast! In this podcast, I share a blog from Mary Rice-Boothe titled "How to Make Your Equity Policy a Reality" from www.edutopia.org. In this blog, Mary describes her experiences and best practices on how district leaders can move forward with...
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EP 49: The 4 Agreements of Courageous Conversations
Welcome to episode 49 of The Equity Experience Podcast! One of the things I often hear from educators is that they need support in having 'difficult' conversations with their colleagues, parents, or students regarding topics of race, diversity, belonging, etc. I offer a reframing of 'difficult'...
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EP 48: What's the ROI on Implementing Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion Within My District?
Welcome to 48 of The Equity Experience Podcast! In this episode, Dr. Karla addresses a question that is often asked within the diversity, equity, & inclusion space: What is the return on investment (ROI) with implementing DEI initiatives? What are the short-term and long-term financial incentives...
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EP 47: 5 Ways to Prioritize Educational Equity for 2022
Welcome to a New Year and welcome to episode 47 of The Equity Experience Podcast! In this podcast, we offer our reflections on the 5 ways that school administrators can expand their educational equity initiatives for this new year. We break down strategies related to system-wide needs…
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EP 46: Anti-Racism Leadership Coaching 101 w/Dr. Tracey Benson
Welcome to episode #46 of The Equity Experience Podcast! On today's show, we have an invigorating conversation with Dr. Tracey Benson. Dr. Tracey is best known for his Anti-Racism Leadership Institute, a comprehensive program designed to help education leaders build knowledge, skills, and ability...
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EP 45: 7 Action Steps for Inclusive School Leadership
Good day and welcome to The Equity Experience Podcast! On today's show, we discuss 7 action steps for building inclusive-centerd capacity with K-12 principals, superintendents, and central admin staff. The action steps that I recommend and break down in this episode can help to strengthen one's...
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EP 44: Prioritizing Self-Care, Sisterhood, and Scholarship with Black Women Faculty in Higher Education w/Drs. Nakia Gray-Nicolas & Angel Nash
Good day to you and welcome to The Equity Experience Podcast! In episode #44, we have an amazing conversation with Drs. Angel Nash & Nakia Gray-Nicolas and their research findings based on their 2021 research publication in Race, Ethnicity, and Education titled "First things first: Black women...
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EP 43: 3 Professional Development Training Topics for Supporting Black Boys in K-12 Schools
Welcome to the Equity Experience Podcast! In this solo episode, I share 3 professional development training topics for supporting Black boys in K-12 schools. These topics are ideal for K-12 educators and school administrators who need support in remedying educational inequities with Black boys in...
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EP 42: Creating Affinity Spaces for K-12 Black Male Educators w/Mr. Ayodele Harrison
How can we create inclusive spaces for Black male educators to share ideas, connect, and build a community? In this podcast, we have an exciting conversation with Mr. Ayodele Harrison, a community leader and an educational consultant who created a platform that reflects his passion of bringing...
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EP 41: How to Infuse Art Therapy and Color Therapy in K-8 Student Learning w/Ms. TaMiKa Albertini
How can Art therapy and Color therapy can be used to improve student learning and student achievement? In this podcast, we have an exciting conversation with Ms. Tamika Albertini, a holistic wellness practitioner who categorizes herself as a healer, a teacher and an artist. She used her passion…
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EP 40: Leading with LOV - Black Girl Mentorship, Leadership, and Youth Development Programming with Ms. Jamila Trimuel | CEO, Ladies of Virtue
How can K-12 educators and principals mentor young Black women in their schools and lead them closer towards success? In this podcast, we have an exciting conversation with Ms. Jamila Trimuel, the Founder and CEO of Ladies of Virtue (LOV). Her Chicago-based non-profit organization stands in the…
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EP 39: The Importance of Teaching Financial Literacy & Entrepreneurship to Black and Latino Youth w/Dr. Isaac Addae
Why should educators and school administrators have conversations about financial literacy and entrepreneurship with Black and Latino youth? Welcome to The Equity Experience Podcast! In episode #39, we discuss with Dr. Isaac Addae the importance of having financial literacy and entrepreneurship...
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EP 38: Reflections of School Leadership, Sacredness and Teaching for Humanity w/Principal Naim Sanders
Welcome to the Equity Experience Podcast! In episode #38, we have an authentic and transparent conversation with Principal Naim Sanders, who has served in the field of education as an elementary school teacher, school principal and a curriculum developer for 19 years. Sanders is also the author…
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EP 37: Centering Racial Equity in Data Analysis
Welcome to the Equity Experience Podcast! In this conversation, I'm happy to share ideas and insight on the topic of racial equity within the data life cycle process. What does it mean to incorporate racial equity within the data management cycle? How can data be used in ways to address...
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EP 36: Can People of Color Be Racist?
Good day to you! In this podcast, I share my perspective on a persistent question that comes up in conversations about racial equity in schools and society today - can people of color be racist? Thanks for tuning in and supporting The Equity Experience Podcast.…
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EP 35: Is There a Difference Between Non-Racism and Anti-Racism?
Good day to you! In this podcast, I share my thoughts on the difference between non-racism and anti-racism. As we develop clarity on topics of race, racism, and anti-racism, we are creating space for authenticity while on the journey of building equitable schools and organizations. Thanks for...
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EP 34: 3 Types of Literacies to Teach for Student Empowerment
Good day everyone! In this podcast, I'm happy to share 3 types of literacies that K-12 educators can teach for youth and student empowerment. The extent to which educators and school administrators can create engaging AND empowering learning experiences for students is a key aspect of educational...
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EP 33: Supporting LGBTQ Students of Color
Welcome to the Equity Experience Podcast! In this episode, I share a blog from the Gay, Lesbian, & Straight Education Network titled "Some Considerations when Working with LGBT Students of Color". All students deserve a safe and affirming school environment, and when working with LGBTQ students,...
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EP 32: Honoring Juneteenth, Teaching Juneteenth w/Dr. Kazembe
In this podcast, we have another enlightening conversation with Dr. Kazembe - Assistant Professor in Teacher Education & Africana Studies at IUPUI in Indiana. Kazembe shares a culturally-rich history of the African-American experience in relation to Juneteenth. We also unpack what Juneteenth…
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EP 31: Summer 2021 - 3 Areas of Professional Development for Educators & School Leaders
Good day! In this podcast, we share 3 recommended areas of professional development for school diversity, equity, and inclusion. ****************************************************************** The Equity Experience Podcast is brought to you by Dr. Karla Manning, President of The Equity...
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EP 30: Talking to Children about Racism and Racial Trauma with Psychologist Dr. Tasha Brown
In this podcast, we have an intriguing conversation with Dr. Tasha Brown, a licensed clinical psychologist in New York. Within her private practice she serves children, adolescents, and young adults. Dr. Brown shares her views on being a psychologist and working with children of color, trauma…
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EP 29: Decolonizing the Mind, Decolonizing Curriculum w/Dr. Jamel Adkins-Sharif
In this podcast, I have the pleasure of speaking with Dr. Jamel Adkins-Sharif, an educator, former special education teacher and former school principal. We have a conversation about the black male experience in urban school leadership, and specifically Jamel’s experience as a school leader. We...
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EP 28: 5 Soft Skills for Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion - Emotional Intelligence
Good day to you and thank you for tuning into another episode of the Equity Experience Podcast! Many times, we focus on DEI work as out-ward focused, such as specific results and action steps. But what about the inner work that is needed to fully show up as an authentic educator or leader who is...
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EP 27: Exploring Black Fathers' Historical Learning Experiences and Their Impact on the Development of Children’s Learning Lives w/Dr. Stephen Peters
In this podcast, we have an exciting conversation with Dr. Stephen V. Peters, who has been in public education for 20 years. He has been a middle school teacher, assistant principal, school principal and school leadership coach. He has recently completed a dissertation on Black fathers and the…
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EP 26: The Fight for Ethnic Studies
In this episode, I share a blog titled “The Fight for Ethnic Studies” from Learning for Justice (Issue 66, Spring 2021) by Tina Vasquez that sheds insight about how educators and advocates are working to ensure K-12 students have the opportunity to take ethnic studies courses. Link to original…
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EP 25: Reflections on Social Justice Leadership as a School Board President w/Ms. Channel Powe
In this episode, I have the pleasure of speaking with Ms. Channel Powe, a former school board President Phoenix, AZ. We have an in-depth conversation about educational equity & inequity, along with the challenges and accomplishments that Ms. Channel experienced as school board President. You…
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EP 24: Exploring the Culturally Responsive Literacy Practices of Black Girls & Black Women w/Dr. Gholdy Muhammad
In this podcast, we have the pleasure of speaking with Dr. Gholnescar (also affectionately known as "Dr. Gholdy") Muhammad, an Associate Professor of Language and Literacy at Georgia State University in Atlanta. We discuss black girl writing and their literacy, Black girls W.R.I.T.E program, how...
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EP 23: Theorizing Black Intellectual Thought in K12 Textbooks and Curriculum with Dr. Keffrelyn Brown
In this podcast, we have an important conversation with Dr. Keffrelyn Brown, a Distinguished Professor at University of Texas at Austin, who shares her research on how race-based knowledge plays a role in how K12 teachers develop and implement curriculum. We also discuss black intellectual…
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EP 22: Researching Black Girl Magic & Anti-Black Girl Violence in Middle Schools with Dr. Ashley Smith-Purviance
Good day to you! Welcome to another episode of the Equity Experience podcast - an online community for K-12 educators and school leaders, where we share experiences, wisdom, and strategies for advancing racial educational equity. In Episode 22, we have the pleasure of speaking with Dr. Ashley...
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EP 21: 11 Ways K-12 Schools can Partner with Black-Owned Businesses
Good day to you! Welcome to another episode of the Equity Experience podcast - an online community for K-12 educators and school leaders, where we share wisdom, strategies, and insight for racial educational equity. On this podcast, we share conversations about race, diversity, and education. In...
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EP 20: How Black History Saved My Life w/Ernest Crim
Join us for another exciting episode on the Equity Experience Podcast! On Episode 20, we have an invigorating conversation with middle school educator, author, and public speaker - Mr. Ernest Crim - and how Black history liberated his consciousness. In this podcast, we discuss: Reflections on...
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This podcast is a space curated for K-12 educators and school leaders who are dedicated to pursuing equity and inclusion in their schools and organizations. On this show, we highlight the voices and experiences of educators, school leaders, community organizers, authors, and scholar-practitioners who are committed to building equitable and inclusive schools, specifically with historically marginalized children and communities.
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