HBCU Pulse Radio

Randall is joined by two-time Olympian, HBCU alumna, and WNBA player Ezinne Kalu. They speak about her time at Savannah State, her professional career, and her experiences playing for the Nigerian national team, including their performance against Team USA in the 2020 Olympics. The duo also discuss her nonprofit, the We Move Foundation, and her upcoming events.

In this episode, Randall recaps the process that led to Marva Johnson being voted by Florida A&M's Board of Trustees as the next president of the institution. Randall recaps his reporting from 2023 about Ron DeSantis's takeover of New College of Florida and the suspension that Johnson will lead a similar structural change at FAMU. Later, Randall is joined by Washington 10th Congressional District Representative Marilyn Strickland to speak about how HBCUs are affected by Donald Trump's policies as well as how GOP spending cuts could affect HBCU students and alumni.

In this episode, Randall does a deep dive into Donald Trump's higher education policies in his first 100+ days of his second administration and how these moves affect HBCUs. He speaks about Donald Trump's largely symbolic executive order and tells the story of two HBCUs that have suffered from funding cuts and details the chaotic rollout of student loan repayment following a five-year pause. Later, Randall is joined by Rae Kaplan, lead attorney at Kaplan Law Firm and Student Loan Expert, to speak about the state of student loan repayment during the Trump administration. Kaplan clears up confusion about federal student loan repayment as well as the threat that wages and tax refunds will be garnished if loans aren't made current.

Randall and Arielle to the 2025 NFL Draft and only one HBCU player being selected: Alabama A&M's Carson Vinson. Is this the new normal in the transfer portal era of football? The duo also give their reaction to Shedeur Sanders' slide to the Browns in the fifth round of the NFL Draft. After years covering Sanders at Jackson State and then briefly at Colorado, how do Randall & Arielle feel about how the draft ended up for Shedeur, and will he succeed with the Browns? Randall's op-ed about Shedeur Sanders "How the Cleveland Browns did Shedeur Sanders was disgusting"

In this episode, Randall speaks with former Jackson State running back and 2025 NFL Draft prospect Irv Mulligan. Randall & Irv discuss his time at Wofford, his transfer to Jackson State, the highly anticipated battle with Florida A&M and the huge victory over South Carolina State in the 2025 Cricket Celebration Bowl. They also speak about the draft process and his time at the NFL HBCU Combine as well as the HBCU Legacy Bowl.

In this episode, Randall speaks with former Jackson State defensive back and 2025 NFL Draft prospect Robert McDaniel. Randall & Robert discuss his time at Alcorn, his transfer to rival Jackson State, the highly anticipated battle with Florida A&M, and the huge victory over South Carolina State in the 2025 Cricket Celebration Bowl. They also speak about the draft process and his time at the NFL HBCU Combine as well as the HBCU Legacy Bowl.

Randall is joined by TikTok star and host of "The Fax.Koolaid Podcat" Fax.Koolaid to give advice to current and incoming students about college life, specifically for HBCUs.

Morehouse College alumnus and former GQ writer Mark Anthony Green speaks about his feature film debut "Opus" and his HBCU experience at Morehouse College. Opus opens in theaters March 14, 2025. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Randall speaks with Regina Mincey & Antonio McMillan Jr. HBCU alumni and co-authors of Adventures of Mommy & Me. They speak about the inception of the book, the mother-son dynamic, building an HBCU legacy and literacy in the social media era. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Donald Trump is poised to sign an executive order that will look to eliminate the Department of Education in a push to give individual states more control over education. What does this mean for HBCUs and will it pass Congress? Also, Randall is joined by HBCU Pulse Sports correspondent Arielle Kilgore to speak about how Michael Vick and DeSean Jackson will fare as HBCU head coaches. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Randall speaks with Jayden Williams, the 21-year-old Clark Atlanta University student running to be the mayor of Stockbridge, Georgia. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Randall Barnes is joined by Anthony Kenney, Southern University alumnus and new city councilman of District Two in East Baton Rouge Parish.  In this special episode, they discuss Kenney's incredible journey from SGA President to one of the youngest elected officials in the parish, and delve into the impact of HBCUs on public service.  Kenney also discuss his famous question to President Obama, and his ambitions to unify and serve his community. He also delves into his SGA Presidential Campaign in 2018-2019, including behind-the-scenes details of his campaign music video, his greatest achievement as Southern University SGA President, and more.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Randall & Arielle react to Jackson State dominating Southern en route to their second Celebration Bowl appearance in the past three years. The duo also gives their official picks for the Celebration Bowl and react to North Carolina A&T firing Vincent Brown and hiring Fort Valley State University head coach Shawn Gibbs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Randall speaks with Stacey L. Holman and Tracee Loran about their project "Queen of the Yard", a dramedy series in development set to give a fictional depiction of Royal Court life at Revel University.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Randall & Arielle do a deep dive on the success of Chennis Berry in his first season at South Carolina State and Eddie George leading Tennessee State to their best season since 2013 and a competitive loss to 2023 FCS National Championship runner-up Montana.  The duo then previews the SWAC Championship and gives their prediction. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode Randall is joined by HBCU Pulse on ClutchPoints writer Kiya Wimbush-Robinson and the duo react to the 2024 Presidential Election. They give their reaction as HBCU alumni and concerned citizens, talk about who's to blame and what's next. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Randall & Arielle react to the Week 10 of HBCU football. They then give their Week 11 preview as homecoming season rolls on. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Randall & Arielle look back at week 9 and preview week 10 of HBCU Football Season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Election Day is only a week away so Randall hosts a special episode of HBCU Pulse Radio covering Kamala Harris's historic presidential bid. HBCU Pulse Radio Content Creator Christen Davis keeps you up to date on where the Kamala Harris campaign is in the final days of the campaign, including her Beyoncé endorsement, her securement of Howard University as her election day headquarters, and her final argument speech in Washington DC. Later, Randall brings back his "Randall's Thoughts" segment to address political apathy and how a Kamala Harris Presidency could change the way politics, policy, and governance are viewed. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Randall & Arielle recap Week 4 of HBCU football and preview Week 5 of the season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Christen Davis reports on Spelman College's president taking an immediate leave of absence, Omarosa endorsing Kamala Harris for President, and Blac Chyna getting engaged at Howard University's homecoming. Then, Randall is joined by Fax.Koolaid and the duo talk about their journey to success as media creatives at their HBCUs. Does the HBCU community truly support HBCU student creatives and what are ways that campus communities can support those leveraging college life and growing a brand? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Randall & Arielle react to Week 7 of HBCU football. They then give their week 8 preview as homecoming season rolls on Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Randall gives a quick overview of Vice President Kamala Harris's specific policy proposals for black men in her bid to be president of the United States. Randall highlights two specific policy proposals that speak to him. Also, HBCU Pulse Radio correspondent Christen Davis covers the success of North Carolina A&T Aggies in alumni life, the 'A Different World' HBCU tour being extended and rapper Big Boi performing at his son's HBCU homecoming concert at Bethune-Cookman University in our "Front Page Report" Lastly, Randall is joined by Fax.Koolaid as they give a halftime report concerning 2024 HBCU Homecoming season. Are off-campus promoters hurting the on-campus homecoming energy? Why are the homecoming concert lineups weak this year? The duo breaks it down. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Randall & Arielle react to Week 6 of HBCU football. They then give their week 7 preview as homecoming season rolls on. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Randall & Arielle react to the Week 4 of HBCU football. They then give their week 5 preview as homecoming season kicks off Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Randall & Arielle react to the Week 3 of HBCU football. They then give their week 4 preview as HBCU squads start in conference play. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After “Not Like Us” became a chart-topping hit amid his highly anticipated beef with Drake, Kendrick Lamar has been booked to be the lead performer at Super Bowl LIX in 2025. However, many rap fans are upset and believe that Lil Wayne should be headline as the Super Bowl will be held in New Orleans. Randall is joined by MC to discuss if Kendrick Lamar or Lil' Wayne should've been booked to perform and have a discussion on who won the beef. The duo also discuss if they think Kendrick Lamar would bring an HBCU band out to help him perform “Not Like Us” and which band they think would get the honor. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Randall & Arielle react to the Week 2 of HBCU football. They then give their week 3 preview as HBCU squads start in conference play. This episode is sponsored by Cricket Wireless. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Randall & Arielle react to the big showdown in the Orange Blossom Classic between Alabama State and North Carolina. Did the game give us a clear picture of the season ahead of us in the SWAC & the MEAC? Also, the duo give their reactions to the the thriller between South Carolina State & Florida A&M which was Arielle's game of the week, and give their picks for week 2!  Sponsored by Cricket. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Randall and Arielle react to the thrilling MEAC/SWAC Challenge matchup between Florida A&M and Norfolk on ABC. Florida A&M escaped with the win but Norfolk State gave them a test.  Randall & Arielle give their takeaways from the game and if it will be indicative of their first season in the James Colzie era. The duo also preview Week 1 of the season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Arielle returns to HBCU Pulse Radio to preview the 2024 HBCU Football season with Randall. This episode is sponsored by Cricket Wireless. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Randall is joined by HBCU Pulse Radio contributor and Bowie State student leader MC to speak about the realities of student leadership and share their experiences.  Sponsored by Cricket Wireless. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Randall is joined by HBCU Pulse writer Kiya Wimbush-Robinson to talk Season 3, Episode 4 of College Hill: Celebrity Edition. Read Randall's written recap: https://clutchpoints.com/college-hill-celebrity-edition-recap-saucy-santana-crosses-the-line-with-disrespect Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Randall speaks with Tuskegee University alumna Renita Brooks about her HBCU experience and her journey as a business owner. She is featured in the book "The HBCU Experience: The Tuskegee University Edition". This episode is sponsored by Babbel. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Randall is joined by guest host Kelly Flicks, HBCU sports analyst and contributor for Laceup Podcast Network and HBCU Redzone. Randall & Flicks react to no HBCU Players being selected in this year's NFL Draft, the second time since 2020. They discuss why this happened, if not participating in the FCS Playoffs is a reason why, is the saying “if you're good, they'll find you” still true in the new era of college football.  They then revisit the conversation of if the draft is the best pathway to get HBCU players in the NFL, the biggest HBCU Draft Prospect snubs, reactions to the Undrafted Free Agents signings and more. This episode is sponsored by Babbel. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Randall speaks with Grammy-nominated R&B artist DaVionne. DaVionne is already a powerhouse in the industry at the age of 24, known for her inventive R&B sound and her work on J. Cole's "Revenge of the Dreamers III" and “Might Delete Later”.  Randall & DaVionne speak about her rise to prominence in the music industry, advice for aspiring artists at HBCUs, HBCUs she'd like to perform at in the future as well as her take on the music industry and the state of R&B music. She also speaks on her collaborations with J. Cole and her participation in Alicia Keys's songwriting camp for She Is The Music. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Randall speaks with Tennessee State University National Alumni President Charles Galbreath Jr. Randall & Charles discuss the Tennessee legislature moving to vacate the Board of Trustees and Governor Bill Lee quickly appointing 8 TSU alumni to be a part of the new ten-member Board of Trustees.  The duo go back to the beginning of that story, including a discussion of Senator Todd Gardenhire's comments about Tennessee State's growth during a hearing with Dr. Glenda Glover, the $250 million “investment”, the 2023 Comptroller's report and the vacating of the Board of Trustees Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Randall & HBCU Pulse writer Kiya Wimbush-Robinson react to the new Hulu Documentary "Freaknik: The Wildest Party Never Told". Randall & Kiya were both born in the late 90's and have always heard about Freaknik and the cultural event it was. However, they both believe that the documentary "missed the mark". The duo reacted to Kiya's article reviewing the documentary entitled "Why 'Freaknik: The Wildest Party Never Told' Missed The Mark" and gave suggestions as to how it could've been better. They also react to comments from the HBCU Pulse audience about the article. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Randall speaks with former North Carolina Central QB and 2024 NFL Draft prospect Davius Richard. Randall & Davius discuss his time at North Carolina Central, including the epic clash with Jackson State in the 2022 Cricket Celebration Bowl. They also speak about the draft process, as Richard looks to be the first HBCU quarterback drafted since Alabama State's Tarvaris Jackson was selected by the Minnesota Vikings in 2006.  This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Randall speaks with North Carolina A&T alumnus Jordan Brown. Brown worked as a post-production assistant for the movie “The Creator”, which was nominated for two Oscars at the 96th Academy Awards (“Best Sound” and “Visual Effects”). Randall & Jordan discuss his time as a creative at North Carolina A&T, including his time as an Aggie Success Lader, and member of Aggie Night Live, and his productions on campus such as the “POV” series. Jordan also speaks about his post-graduate journey that led to his work on “The Creator” and his experience in the HBCUs in LA program. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In honor of Alabama State student Justice Murphy advancing to the Hollywood round on ABC's American Idol, Randall airs his March 2021 interview with Deion Warren. Deion Warren is an Elizabeth City State University alumnus and was a featured contestant on Season 20 of NBC's The Voice. Deion talks about his journey to "The Voice", his experience on the show, and his HBCU journey. This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of HBCU Pulse Radio, Randall talks about a bill that threatens to close three public Mississippi universities by 2028. Are Jackson State, Alcorn, and Mississippi Valley State in danger? Also, Randall gives a recap of Alabama State student Justice Murphy's performance on season 22 of American Idol. Randall then airs his interview with 2021-2022 Mister Tennessee State Mark T. Davis about his HBCU experience, adjusting to college life post-COVID and his journey to the crown. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Randall is joined by Charles Galbreath Jr. who serves as the 26th Alumni Association President of Tennessee State University. They speak about Tennessee State's ongoing fight with the state legislature, which is attempting to vacate the institution's Board of Trustees. Galbreath then speaks about his Tennessee State University experience, including his time as Mister Tennessee State. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In honor of Valentine's Day, the crew talks about relationships in college and try their best to answer the question of if it's possible to find true love in college. The crew also explores the social dynamics of college that affect romantic relationships such as if people only try to hop in relationships for the image, if popular men and women on campus are really highly sought after and if we put too much focus on trying to find the right person before we graduate. This episode is sponsored by Factor. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Randall is joined by Assata Shabazz. Assata attends Morgan State University and has created a newspaper highlighting the historic achievement of her great-great uncle Robert Stonewall Jackson who was the first HBCU player drafted to the NFL. Randall & Assata talk about the project as well as her Morgan State experience.  This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

 On this episode of HBCU Pulse Radio, Randall talks about the top stories of the day including Hue Jackson possibly becoming the new football coach at Morehouse College, Benedict announcing Ron Dickerson Jr. as their next coach, and him possibly throwing shade at former head coach Chennis Berry and Detroit Lions GM and North Carolina A&T alumnus Brad Holmes winning the Executive of the Year award from the Pro Football Writers Association. Randall also reacts to Jon Stewart returning to host The Daily Show, addressing its significance but also openly wondering why Florida A&M alumnus Roy Wood Jr. didn't get a shot to helm the show. This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Randall speaks with Texas Southern alumna and Big Brother Season 25 cast member Mecole "Meme" Hayes. Meme talks about her experience on the show as well as her HBCU experience and how it led to her journey in reality TV and politics. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of HBCU Pulse Radio, Randall breaks down the latest updates in the Florida A&M coaching search as the journey to replace head coach Willie Simmons has become long and arduous. He also reports on the Florida A&M Board of Trustees meeting that determined the future of the coaching search and shares comments directly from Florida A&M Vice President of Athletics Tiffani Dawn-Sykes. Randall then gives a brief retelling of how HBCU Pulse was featured on The Shade Room in 2021 for Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated Founders Day after his video of his friend Karizmah Wall's epic probate reveal went viral. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of HBCU Pulse Radio, Randall reports on the biggest trending topics on the minds of the HBCU community including Druski's Omega Psi Phi-inspired skit and a teacher's class exercise turning into a crucial lesson on media literacy. Randall then airs his 2021 interview with Sunday Best Season 10 Finalist Jada Spight in honor of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated Founders Day. Spight talks about her time on the show amid the COVID-19 Pandemic. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the New Year's edition of HBCU Pulse Radio, Randall reacts to the news that Willie Simmons is leaving Florida A&M to become running backs coach for Duke University under new head coach Manny Diaz. Randall reports on how we got here, his thoughts on the matter, and debunks the notion that HBCU football fans are hypocrites for positively accepting Simmons's departure but criticizing Deion Sanders for leaving Jackson State for Colorado. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Randall is joined by guest host Kelly Flicks, HBCU sports analyst and contributor for Laceup Podcast Network and HBCU Redzone. The duo react to Flordia A&M beating Howard University to win the 2023 Cricket Celebration Bowl. How did FAMU win this game and is this the start of a dynasty? Also, what happens to FAMU as they lose several of their senior standouts next year. The duo also reacts live to Grambling hiring Mickey Joseph as their next head coach, discuss the mini-controversy around his hire and if he can turn the team into a winner immediately. Lastly, Randall & Flicks give their way too early 2024 season picks of who will be the teams to watch out for in Division I & Division II HBCU football. Get 20% OFF @manscaped + Free Shipping with promo code HBCU at MANSCAPED.com! #ad #manscapedpod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices