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Black Educators Matter: Project 500 Podcast

Brooke Brown and Danielle Moneyham
Education
Black Educators
Black Educators Matter
Chicago
Higher Education
Education In Black America
Mentorship
Chicago Public Schools
Arts Education
Education Equity
Black Education
Fullerton College
Identity/representation
Dance Education
Umoja Community Program
Readiness
Journalism
Debate
Peer Mentoring
Covid-19

Teachers are Earth's Mightiest Superheroes and their stories can inspire generations. The Black Educators Matter: Project 500 Podcast is on a journey to share the stories of 500 Black educators. Why? Research shows that Black students who have even one Black teacher are more likely to graduate, attend college, and see themselves reflected in positions of leadership. White students also benefit fro... more

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Whitney Whiting-Gonzalez

Interim Director of Partner Programs

Black educators provide the validation, care, and guidance that many students cannot find anywhere else.

In this episode, Whitney Whiting-Gonzalez shares her journey from aspiring Wall... more

Kenneth Brown, Jr

Administrator, University Center for Access and Success

Black educators have always been innovators, storytellers, and builders of community.

Kenneth Brown, Jr is an administrator with the Center for Access and Success. This week... more

“Culture must be supported by structure…”

Cheryl-Lyn Bentley-Harmon

Principal of Bentley Harmon PLLC, Former High School Teacher

www.harmoncompliancesolutions.com/

www.linkedin.com/in/cheryl-lyn-bentley-harmon/

Black educators ma... more

Dr. Matthew Oware

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www.palgrave.com/us/book/9783319904535

“Seeing Black excellence in the classroom changed what I believed was possible for my own life... more

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Whitney Whiting-Gonzalez
Educator, interim director of partner programs at iMentor
iMentor
Episode: The Power of Access
Kenneth Brown Jr.
Administrator at Elon University, Center for Access and Success
Elon University
Episode: Beyond the Diploma
Cheryl-Lyn Bentley-Harmon
Attorney specializing in civil rights, employment law, and compliance for schools and mission-driven organizations
Bentley-Harmon PLLC
Episode: Bentley Harmon PLLC
Matthew Oware
Professor at University of Richmond, sociology scholar
University of Richmond
Episode: A Chain of Excellence
Jael Ferguson
Second-grade teacher and Relay graduate
Relay Graduate School of Education (Philly/Camden)
Episode: Rebuilding the Village
Claton Lewis
Assistant Director for Career Readiness at Morgan State University
Morgan State University
Episode: Bridge Builders
Chuck Small
Flight instructor from Richmond, Virginia
Embry-Riddle alum, flight instructor
Episode: Sky's the Limit
Roosevelt Smith
Educational administrator and mentor at York College; former counselor and program lead
York College
Episode: Readiness
Jonathan Quash
University Executive Director for the Black Male Initiative at CUNY
City University of New York
Episode: Education Through Community

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Brooke
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Danielle
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5.0 out of 5 stars from 21 ratings
  • BEM

    Thank you for the representation.

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    ClassEChyck
    United States6 years ago
  • Good content

    Good insight

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    Marh723
    United States6 years ago

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Genuine focus on Black educators and their impact.
Strong emphasis on representation and mentorship resonates with listeners.
Practical, uplifting stories with actionable insights for schools.

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Bentley Harmon PLLC
Q: As I do now, please share your name, your role in education, and what have you been up to since we last met in 2020?
I'm Cheryl-Lyn Bentley-Harmon, an attorney focused on civil rights, employment law, and compliance for schools and mission-driven organizations. Since 2020 I've expanded my practice to help educate leaders navigate workplace issues before they escalate, combining my background as a former educator with legal expertise.
Beyond the Diploma
Q: Who or what inspired you to become an educator?
Kenny credits growing up around educators, especially his mother and mentors in high school, and specifically highlights a former scholarship director who helped him see a path in higher education and mentoring.
A Legacy of Advocacy
Q: What inspired you both to become educators?
Both guests describe a drive to influence young people positively, from personal experiences with mentors to a belief in education as a tool for empowerment and social mobility.
Awaken Your Joy
Q: What is your vision for the future of education?
Opening community-centered schools where learning is student-driven, collaborative, and about unlearning as well as learning, with an emphasis on autonomy and safe spaces for authentic learning.
Awaken Your Joy
Q: What is the state of education in Black America and how did we get here?
She describes a system never designed for Black students and teachers, the influence of cultural relevance in pedagogy, and the need to disrupt scripts to affirm identities and improve outcomes.

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This show centers on Black educators and their impact, exploring leadership, mentorship, equity, and community-driven approaches to learning. Across episodes, listeners hear personal journeys from teachers, principals, and education leaders who push for authentic representation, culturally responsive teaching, and systemic change—from K-12 classrooms to higher education and community programs. Noteworthy angles include outdoor education initiatives, university partnerships, and the power of storytelling to illuminate challenges and opportunities in Black education. The format often blends intimate interviews with practical insights for educators, administrators, and policymakers, making it a go-to for those seeking real-world examples of su... more

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