
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
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 189 | Founded | 6 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Category | Society & Culture | |||

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
Professor
I Got Something to Say: Gender, Race, and Social Consciousness in Rap Music
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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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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1. Whitney Whiting-Gonzalez
2. Kenneth Brown Jr.
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4. Matthew Oware
5. Jael Ferguson
6. Claton Lewis
7. Chuck Small
8. Roosevelt Smith
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