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The Road To Equity®
by Kayren Gray
Greetings Barrier Breakers! Join me each week on #TheRoadToEquity where we discover and explore human interaction and connection. Let's identify roadblocks and barriers, implement solutions and strategies to inspire results! It is an #eyeonequity as we navigate life – filled with detours and pit stops – meant to challenge us and show us a piece of who we are. I firmly believe that through shared experiences, lessons, and laughter we can begin to change the world. So, if you will, join me and buckle up for courageous conversations and insights to help close the gap and change the narrative.
Episodes
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Episode 36: Breaking Barriers & Teaching African American History with Mrs. Cook
Mic drop with all the knowledge and insights from my conversation with Mrs. Cook. She stated, "What any nation values is present in its curriculum." She is in the first year of implementing and teaching an African American History course to high school students. In this episode, we discuss the...
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Episode 35: Another Seat at The Table with Ms. Lee
On this episode, we celebrate the voices of women educators, especially black women in education. On this stop, we chat with educator and mentor, Jennifer Lee, who shares with you here experience in the classroom, being a champion for every child, and what it means to lean in. You'll hear THREE...
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Episode 34: Breaking Barriers with Mrs. Kingery
In this week's episode, I'm chatting with Mrs. Kingery, a teacher and ally in the classroom. She shares THREE ways she has broken barriers to advocate for student voice, TWO important reasons for being an ally and #whynow, and ONE message or challenge to the listeners. Join us as we begin the...
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Episode 33: A Seat at the Table with Andrea
I'm joined by Andrea Hall - friend, consultant, entrepreneur, educator, leader, mother, and warrior - on this week's episode to identify, implement, and inspire as we share our story, our lived experience as black women. We discuss three important lessons we have learned, two things we are still...
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Episode 32: Celebrating Black History
On this week's stop on #theroadtoequity, I chat with special guest and Barrier Breaker - Aya Eneli. We discuss celebrating Black history and the 2021 theme of the Black family: Representation, Identity, and Diversity. I'm always left inspired after talking with Aya and I know you will be too…
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Episode 31: Friendship
Friends, how many of us have them? I'm joined by two dear friends - Toya and Gam! Friendships are complex but valuable to life in ways we chat about on the episode. We discuss friendship - the ups and downs, highs and lows. My goal with each podcast is always to identify, implement, and inspire...
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Episode 30: Where We Are & Where We Want To Be
Welcome Barrier Breakers to the first new episode of the new year on #theroadtoequity! In this week's episode, I seek to identify where we are as a collective and where we want to be. I talk about "the test" we were given and what has happened thus far in the year, along with solutions and...
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Episode 29: A Year in Review #2020
What is up Barrier Breakers! As 2020 comes to a close, an important part of growth is reflection. This year has had its highs and lows but has also brought about a collective awakening of sorts that I am immensely grateful for. Join me on this quick wrap up of 20 things I gleaned from 2020 and…
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Episode 28: Why DEI?
We don't know what we don't know and while we may want to take steps to close the gaps, we may not know where to start. This episode raises awareness of diversity, equity, and inclusion to help begin a conversation. If 2020 has taught us anything, it has taught us that we are stronger together…
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Episode 27: What's at Stake with Dr. Lyons
What is at stake? Fellow barrier breakers, I've teamed up with Dr. Lindsay Lyons to identify what is at stake and ways to collaboratively create change in classrooms, campuses, and communities. Tune in as we discuss THREE reasons to focus on equity, TWO next steps in the conversation, and one...
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Episode 26: Your Voice, Your Vote - A Conversation with JoAnn Foster
Voting is your voice. It is the political power to exercise your voice to be heard. In this episode, we engage in a galvanizing conversation about voting with JoAnn Foster, Co-Founder of Black Voters United. We chat about the importance of the upcoming elections at not just the national level…
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Episode 25: Conversation with Dr. Jones
At the beginning of March and now in August as we return to school, a closer examination of our education system and schools revealed much of what some of us already knew about gaps, the value of our teachers, and what is truly at stake. COVID-19 magnified disparities and made us examine…
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Episode 24: The Fence
People are less likely to tear down a fence they helped to build. People are less likely to tear down a fence they helped to build. It is by no mistake that I posted the same sentence twice. Tune in this week as I dive into the symbolic fence and unmask the excuses we often hear. With back to...
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Episode 23: Courageous Community Conversation with Philemon Brown (Part Two)
Part Two: Listen to the takeaways from our conversation This week I engaged in a deep conversation with community activist, local legend for diversity and inclusion, and advocate for change, Philemon Brown. He speaks truth into power, explains BLM, what equity is, and so much more. You don’t want...
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Episode 22: Community Conversation with Philemon Brown (Part One)
Part One This week I engaged in a deep conversation with community activist, local legend for diversity and inclusion, and advocate for change, Philemon Brown. He speaks truth into power, explains BLM, what equity is, and so much more. You don’t want to miss this conversation between two thought...
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Episode 21: Educational Inequities #eyeonequity
As we are gearing up for back to school, looking at educational policies, practices, and procedures is important to ensuring equity. We take a closer look and begin a conversation about a case close to home. Check out our chat highlighting inequity, counterproductive practices, and ways to change...
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Episode 20: Back to School #EquityEdition
We are reminded of #goodtrouble as we honor Civil Rights Activist John Lewis. As his light continues to shine, we embark on tough conversations to close the gap and change the narrative by focusing on equity, diversity, and inclusion. How do we prepare for the upcoming school year with #equity in...
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Positive Affirmations to begin your DAY or WEEK!
Courtesy of Danielle Guillory, Equity Advocate and Consultant at MK Results, LLC. Listen to Episode 19 entitled "Positive Affirmations" and use these words to empower yourself. Be sure to save this short episode to replay when you need to center, remember, and reaffirm that you got this! We all...
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Episode 19: A Conversation about Positive Affirmations
A negative mind will never give you a positive life. Instead of seeing the negative, strive to see the good because we know after the storm, comes the rainbow. Andrea and I dive into a deep conversation about positive affirmations and why they are important for you to speak life into yourself…
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Episode 18: How to Break Barriers (Leading with Love Part 2)
Last week we discussed how to lead, listen, and look through a lens of love (check out Episode 17). In Part two of our "Leading with Love" Series, we discuss how to be a Barrier Breaker to actively be a part of the solution and not the problem. Tune in to our discussion with Andrea as we discuss...
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Episode 17: Leading with Love
When the foundation is cracked, everything else is off balance. It kinda feels like that right about now in life and in America. What do we do when the foundation of our house is cracked? How do we move forward with the noise and silence? We lead with love! Share in our conversation and discover...
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Episode 16: Explaining Terminology
It is another week on "The Road to Equity" as we navigate life, human connections, and constructive conversations to close gap and change the narrative. I refer to two articles tonight that resonated with me to do continue to do the work by understanding the terminology we are hearing frequently…
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Episode 15: What's Next?
What's next? Now that the book is released, how can we use it as a tool to shift the culture and climate on your campus and begin a conversation about equity, diversity, and inclusion? We are here equipped with a team to begin the conversation using our road map to confront, create, collaborate,...
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Episode 14: Educators' Round-Table
Raising kind kids is the conversation we engage in to provide insight from our own experiences and to learn from each other ways to continually grow as parents and being around students. When we seek to raise kind kids, we must be reflective and conscious of our biases in order to ensure they do...
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Episode 13: Trends
With the book release THREE days away, Danielle and I discuss the catalyst to our movement on #theroadtoequity. The trends and patterns in our own experiences as a student and educator became apparent - so much so that we formed a collective group of Barrier Breakers to close the gap and change…
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Episode 12: Educators' Round-Table
Our chats #onaTuesday with the Educators' Round-Table discussed the end of the year wrap-up, a quote about judgment, and how we are coping during uncertain times. Hear our stories and share in our experiences on #theroadtoequity Tune in next week as we continue our conversation on our hopes for...
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Episode 11: Educators' Round-Table
No one is immune, myself included. We cannot change what we do not acknowledge. Therefore, our first stop on "The Road to Equity" brings us to confront. “Confront“ refers to the act of challenging your own perceptions, biases, and prejudices to foster self-awareness to close the gap and change…
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Episode 10: Chapter 1 - Confronting Bias and Barriers
“Confront“ refers to the act of challenging your own perceptions, biases, and prejudices to foster self-awareness to close the gap and change the narrative. This week on #theroadtoequity, we are discussing the first chapter of the book, "The Road to Equity: The Five C's to an Equitable Classroom"...
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Episode 9: Educators' Round-Table
It's another beautiful week and our pit-stop on #theroadtoequity takes us to our round-table each Tuesday to discuss issues, culture, events, and life to close the gap and change the narrative. We say Happy Mother's Day and share our stories based on our backgrounds and life experiences. Yes, we...
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Episode 8: Lessons from Mamma
Here is to the strong women: may we know them, may we be them, may we raise them! Happy Mother's Day - sending love to all moms on this special day and to moms who are with us in spirit. We are sharing "Lessons from Mamma" and all the wisdom they offered us, in hopes of living our best life and...
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Episode 7: Educators' Round-Table
Happy Teacher Appreciation Week! With that being said, we are celebrating and honoring teachers. Tune in as we discuss one person who changed us for the better and for the worse. What lessons did we learn? And, we added a new segment #askingforafriend! This week we are talking about hair and our...
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Episode 6: [Extended Conversations] Someone had to say it...
Join us on an extended conversation where we engage in some hard, yet necessary dialogue to close the gap. #reciprocity #barrierbreakers #breakingstereotypes #theroadtoequity #mkresultsllc #shareyourstory
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Episode 5: Educators' Round-Table
Round 2 of friendly conversations with educators at the table discussing this or that, how to change the world, and a random topic. Write a review, like, or share. We would love for you to embark on #theroadtoequity #barrierbreakers #equcatorsquad Disclaimer: All opinions expressed are those of...
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Episode 4: New Kid On The Block
It all started at lunch...sounds like the typical school story, followed by a food fight in the cafeteria. But this is a story about more than that - minus the mashed potatoes slinging across the table. It is a story about strangers, friendship, and hope. Just like students, educators form...
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Episode 3: Educators' Round-Table
Tune in each Tuesday at 7:30 p.m. CST on Facebook Live to watch or listen here on our podcast. Each week be surprised by the topics, themes, and dialogue necessary to close the gap. I am honored to chat with other educators who identify as #barrierbreakers to change the narrative. We hope you...
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Episode 2: Expectations
"People don't stress me out #periodt." Is this true or false for you? Tune in to this week's conversation about how to overcome and push through because although it is uncomfortable, it is necessary. I am here with Danielle #sister #socialworker discussing the topic of expectations and our own...
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Episode 1: Book Launch #TheRoadToEquity
You cannot acknowledge what you do not address. Join my journey on #TheRoadToEquity discussing my why and virtual book launch. I hope this helps you discover the gift you possess inside of you and empowers you to #tellyourstory.
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Greetings Barrier Breakers! Join me each week on #TheRoadToEquity where we discover and explore human interaction and connection. Let's identify roadblocks and barriers, implement solutions and strategies to inspire results! It is an #eyeonequity as we navigate life – filled with detours and pit stops – meant to challenge us and show us a piece of who we are. I firmly believe that through shared experiences, lessons, and laughter we can begin to change the world. So, if you will, join me and buckle up for courageous conversations and insights to help close the gap and change the narrative.
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Kayren Gray
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Greetings Barrier Breakers! Join me each week on #TheRoadToEquity where we discover and explore human interaction and connection. Let's identify roadblocks and barriers, implement solutions and strategies to inspire results! It is an #eyeonequity as we navigate life – filled with detours and pit...
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