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In this episode Autumn sits down with her sista-scholar, Melanie, to talk about the journey to PhD and the ways life happens throughout. 

This week Autumn chats with her former advisor about finding the balance as an Associate Professor

This week Tiffany has a candid conversation with Dr. Mahupia Deas about her academic background, the tenure process, and what scholarship means to her. 

This week Tiffany sits down with special guests Kim Anderson & Kimbery Taylor-Benns to talk all thing sisterhood In the workplace.

This week Autumn and Tiffany honor authoress Nella Larsen, celebrate THREE Black women McArthur Geniuses, and discuss Marley Dias's TV show, Bookmarks, now streaming on Netflix. 

In this week's episode, Tiffany and Autumn celebrate LeShundra Young, honor the legacy of the Daytona Normal and Industrial Institute for Negro Girls, and discuss the difference between confidence vs. ego.

This week Tiffany and Autumn celebrate the first honorific naming of an academic department at UMD, the Harriet Tubman Department of Women, Gender, and Sexuality Studies and dig into a discussion about a new College Board curriculum.

This week on the pod Tiff and Autumn celebrate Selena Sloan Butler and discuss parent involvement in K-12 education. Racial Differences in Parent Involvement in K-12 School Activities

In this episode, Tiffany and Autumn celebrate the recent Inauguration and honor the work of Shirley Chisholm and Kimberlé Crenshaw that lead us to this historic moment.

This week Tiff & Autumn celebrate Betsey Stockton's commitment to education and discuss early childhood program participation in the U.S. Racial Differences In Preschool and Daycare Arrangements In the U.S.

This week Tiffany and Autumn highlight the dope mother/daughter duo, Drs. Carroll and Carroll and have a very real conversation about colorism.

We love our our hair! This week, Tiffany and Autumn celebrate Dr. Ida Stephanie Owens and discuss natural hair bias and discrimination In the workplace.

This week, we switch things up and highlight a new podcast called Give Them Their Flowers. Give Them Their Flowers is a podcast about PRAISE and Purpose. Host KáLyn Coghill vows to give people their flowers while they are still here. In this particular episode KáLyn chats with her friend Silly Genius about all things art and liberation.

In this episode, Tiff and Autumn revel in the accomplishments of Dr. Alyce Chenault Gullattee and discuss a hard topic: how racial discrimination impacts Black suicide rates. National Suicide Prevention LifelineHours: Available 24 hours. Languages: English, Spanish. Learn more800-273-8255

This week Tiffany and Autumn celebrate Dr. Jennifer Turner, explore the brilliance that was Dr. Eva B. Dykes, and delve into Dr. Krug's white lies.

In this episode we celebrate World Teachers' Day, recognize the woman of the week, Dr. Saundra McGuire, and discuss what metacognition is and how it functions in our lives.

In this episode we celebrate Dr. Gholdy Muhammad and delve into what Black educators have to say about returning to school. Amid concerns of widening equity gaps, Black educators suggest a starting point

Welcome back to another season! In this episode we catch up on summer, celebrate the life and legacy of Clara Adams and discuss education In the midst of Covid.Show notes:The Life and Legacy of Clara Adams

In this episode we talk all things graduation + Covid-19.

This week Tiff and Autumn delve into the repercussions of affirmative action bans for Black and Brown students in several states.

In this episode Tiffany and Autumn discuss how the love languages can be a useful tool for loving Intentionally during this period of physical distancing.

Part 4 of 4 on mindfulness. We hope you've enjoyed this series!!

This week Autumn catches up with Lorry about her yoga journey.

Part 2 of 4 on our mindfulness series

Join us on part one of this four part series of mindfulness in academia.

Bonus episode from the University of Maryland's College of Education:We explore how UMD's College of Education has been on the forefront of advancing diversity and inclusion in higher education with special guests Dr. Vivian Boyd (Ph.D. '75), Dr. Sharon Fries-Britt, and COE doctoral student Autumn Griffin.

Autumn discusses antiracist teaching with educators Marc Weinschenker & Mary Thomas.

Autumn & Tiffany talk job market.

Tiffany and Autumn discuss their goals for the new year.

Tiffany and Autumn reflect on the past decade of their personal and professional lives and look forward to the next ten years!

This week Tiffany sits down to talk all things Intentionality with Shakera Harris.

In this episode Autumn talks all things hair education and Black girls with cosmetologist Aminah Green of Hairesteem!

This week, Tiffany and Autumn jump into some ways they stand in their own way in the workplace. Woman of the Week/History: Dr. Michelle R. Howard-Vital

In this episode, Tiff and Autumn delve into the highs, lows, and in betweens of management. Woman of the Week/History - Dr. Johnetta Betsch Cole

In this episode Autumn sits down with Augusta Irele, scholar in Africana and Comparative Lit, to talk about all things conferences. Tune In!

In episode 33, Tiffany & Autumn tackle the daunting issue of student loan debt.

In this episode, Tiffany & Autumn talk women leaders at the collegiate level.

On this episode, Tiffany & Autumn share some tips for this back-to-school season!

We're looking for an Editor in Chief! Interested or know someone who might be? Shoot us an email at readblackademia@gmail.com

BONUS EPISODE!!!In this very special episode Autumn chats with Allante, Ravynn, and Joy, some of the dopest Black women grad student influencers, about community, scholarship, and all things grad school.

This week, Autumn sits down with Joakina, fellow doc student and employee at United Negro College Fund (UNCF) to talk all things higher education, and especially money.

This week, Tiffany talks college and career choice with close friend, Devon.

In this episode, Autumn chats with two young principals, Maya and Marcus, about their experiences as school leaders.

In this episode we delve into the history of Karen Parker, the first Black woman to attend and graduate from UNC Chapel Hill as an undergraduate student, and get into the details of the Silent Sam issue on the campus today.

This week, we celebrate Lauren Underwood, and break down the history of higher ed in the US.

In this episode we celebrate Black girlhood. From a discussion about a curriculum for Michelle Obama's Becoming, to remembering Elizabeth Eckford's brave actions with the Little Rock 9, to a reminder about the healing power of sisterhood, this episode is dedicated to Black girls everywhere.

Happy Valentine's Day! In this episode we show some love to Bennett College and discuss the gender pay gap. Enjoy!!

Happy (early) Black History Month! In this episode we celebrate the Black women who came before us, discuss the history behind the month-long celebration, and delve into its contemporary implications.

This week, we celebrate Tiffany's mom (hi, mom!) and talk a bit about our "diversity dreams" for the field of education. Enjoy!

Happy New Year! This week, Autumn talks with guest co-host, Allanté Whitmore, of Blk + in Grad School about how she balances graduate school, a podcast, and life in general.