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Ednium Presents: Backyard Brilliance

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The people’s show made by and for the community of Denver. A space where we get to practice the power of storytelling intentionally rooted in Hope and Love

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We welcome you to the first episode of December and our last traditional conversation of the year (don't worry we are cooking something cool for the end of 2025). This episode of Backyard Brilliance, the fellas have a dope opportunity to share space ... more

Welcome back to our regularly scheduled programing. Join the fellas as we visit a conversation from earlier in the summer with between David, Langston and current At Large Denver City Councilwoman, Serena Gonzales-Gutierrez (SGG). A 4th generation De... more

Following up our DPS board candidate episodes, we wanted to have some meaningful conversation with key players across this city connected to the pulse of the current state of education in Denver. This episode finds our guys having a conversation with... more

Following up our DPS board candidate episodes, we wanted to have some meaningful conversation with key players across this city connected to the pulse of the current state of education in Denver. This first episode finds the fellas having a conversat... more

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Recent Guests

Sarahi Hernandez
Community advocate and independent Latina
Episode: Ep. 91 Hope Is The Homies
Serena Gonzales-Gutierrez
Community member, social worker, and councilwoman
City Council Member
Episode: Ep. 90 What Kind of Ancestor Do You Want to Be
Timiya Jackson
Candidate for Denver Public School Board, District 4
Episode: 2025 DPS Board of Education Election- Timiya Jackson: District 4
Jeremy Harris
School Board Candidate for District 4
Harris Funeral Directors
Episode: 2025 DPS Board of Education Election- Jeremy Harris: District 4
Michelle Quattlebaum
Current school board director for District 4 of Denver Public Schools
Episode: 2025 DPS Board of Education Election- Michelle Quattlebaum- District 4
Scott Esserman
Lifelong educator and candidate for District 3 on the Denver Public School Board
Denver Public Schools
Episode: 2025 DPS Board of Education Election- Scott Esserman: District 3
Dr. DJ Torres
Candidate for the Denver Public Schools Board of Education, District 3, and a dedicated educator and parent.
Episode: 2025 DPS Board of Education Election- DJ Torres: District 3
Amy Klein Molk
Education advocate and candidate for the at-large seat on the Denver Public Schools Board of Education
Episode: 2025 DPS Board of Education Election- Amy Klein Molk: At Large
Alex Magana
Candidate for the Denver Public Schools Board of Education at-large seat.
Denver Public Schools
Episode: 2025 DPS Board of Education Election- Alex Magana: At Large

Hosts

Langston Mayo
Co-host with a focus on storytelling and community engagement, emphasizing personal experiences and relatable narratives.
David Martinez
Co-host involved in community discussions with a focus on educational advocacy and personal growth narratives.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 33 ratings
  • Liberating Audio

    If you want to hear real stories from Denver education leaders this podcast is for you! Listening to these leaders makes me feel liberated! The audio quality has recently improved for a crispy listening experience 🙂 Thank you for pushing out this content and please continue to make more episodes!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    CT-Jadyn
    United States10 months ago
  • Consistency

    I love how they try to stay consistent

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    _Esq_
    United States4 years ago
  • The Ednium podcast

    I like that it seems that their just two people having a normal conversation doesn’t look scripted at all.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AJ_esq
    United States4 years ago
  • Great podcast

    Having lived in the southwest Denver community, I am able to relate to these stories. Makes me proud to hear their inspiring stories

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    alonsour21
    United States5 years ago
  • Impact!

    Great job putting this together and planting seeds of growth for our Denver community! Keep up the great work! I look forward to hearing the other men and woman with remarkable stories and the passion they bring to the table for making a positive change.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BabyJC1012
    United States5 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the authentic storytelling approach and find inspiration in the personal journeys shared by guests.
Engaging discussions about social issues and personal challenges are particularly well-received, with many praising the uplifting nature of the episodes.
Overall, the podcast is viewed as a valuable resource in highlighting community voices and promoting important conversations.
The consistent quality and relatable content resonate strongly with the audience, promoting a sense of community and connection.

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Ep. 90 What Kind of Ancestor Do You Want to Be
Q: What kind of ancestor do you want to be?
I want to be somebody that stands in your values.
Ednium State of Education: Practitioners- Janei Maynard & Patton Lowell
Q: What do you believe your role is in getting students to succeed?
My role is to impact them positively, whether it's through emotional support or helping them engage with the material.
2025 DPS Board of Education Election- Michelle Quattlebaum- District 4
Q: How would you like the community to hold you accountable moving forward?
Dialogue is essential, emphasizing respect and mutual understanding while disagreeing.
2025 DPS Board of Education Election- Michelle Quattlebaum- District 4
Q: How have you been able to hold the superintendent accountable?
I have been tough on the superintendent, disagreeing at times and emphasizing the needs of the black community in his evaluations.
2025 DPS Board of Education Election- Michelle Quattlebaum- District 4
Q: What is your personal relationship with accountability?
I hold myself to a higher standard than anyone can hold me to, viewing accountability as a two-way street involving dialogue and transparency.

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1. Sarahi Hernandez
2. Serena Gonzales-Gutierrez
3. Timiya Jackson
4. Jeremy Harris
5. Michelle Quattlebaum
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7. Dr. DJ Torres
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