Tales of The 2%

The fellas are back with part 2 of their ode to hip-hop and its affects on education. So while Nagi is away at a Spartan event the microphone fiend himself Yoshi aka YUSEF IN THE BUILDING! steps in to help the fellas keep their heads ringing. The show starts with the warm-up and another test of hip-hop knowledge. Next, after the announcements the guys take time to salute Fannie Lou Hamer for her contributions Civil Rights and Woman’s History. Part 2 of the academic discussion on the influence of hip-hop in education has the fellas kicking the conversation sideways and straightways as they roc the mic right and let you know how they feel. After the dust settles and the conversation is done the crew heads over to the teacher’s lounge for a confession that has our guy Jeff feeling like public enemy #1! The data dig gives us the numbers around the Ja Morant story and whether or not hip-hop is to blame. For the SEL moment the crew delivers “the message” to remind us that the road to success is always under construction. Special thanks Yoshi aka Yusef in the building! For stopping through. Make sure to follow us on IG: @talesofthetwopercent. On Twitter: @MrTotp. Join our Facebook group: @ Tales of the 2% Podcast. Email us the show at; totppodcast@gmail.com or drop us a voicemail at (470) 765-8688. Follow Antoine on IG @el_tweezy_yo. Follow Donny on IG@blue_jaye_60. Follow Jeff on IG@ThatDude_Jeff. Follow Nagi on Twitter@thetruthis_nagi. Follow Yoshi on IG @Daninthwonder Visit our sponsors: Unfiltered: infilteredforever.com use the promo code TALES at checkout for 15 percent off your entire order. And remember there is a science to being you.

In honor of the 50th anniversary of Hip-Hop Jeff, Nagi, Donny, and Antoine kick this weeks episode off like this, that, and this and uh. The fellas get the show going when their knowledge of Hip-hop is tested during the warm-up. Next up after the announcements the fella shout out Alexa Canady for the Women’s History Moment. The fellas step to the mic and regulate the academic discussion centered all around the influence of hip-hop music on education. These smooth operators then take it to the teacher’s lounge and confess to something you never thought could be done so smoothly. The data dig breaks down the numbers and begs to ask the question, “Is hip-hop really to blame for the trouble among today’s youth?” Before the show wraps the SEL taps borrow a few J.Cole lyrics and reminds you that the best thing in life is to “Love Yourz”. Make sure to follow us on IG: @talesofthetwopercent. On Twitter: @MrTotp. Join our Facebook group: @ Tales of the 2% Podcast. Email us the show at; totppodcast@gmail.com or drop us a voicemail at (470) 765-8688. Follow Antoine on IG @el_tweezy_yo. Follow Donny on IG@blue_jaye_60. Follow Jeff on IG@ThatDude_Jeff. Follow Nagi on Twitter@thetruthis_nagi. Visit our sponsors: Unfiltered: infilteredforever.com use the promo code TALES at checkout for 15 percent off your entire order. And remember there is a science to being you.

As the football season draws to a close the fellas of the 2% go for the win with today’s episode. The show gets started with the warm-up and an interesting game of “Cards against humanity”. After the Black History Moment, the fellas dive into the academic discussion that centers around the influence of coaches inside and outside the classroom. Once the conversation wraps up the fellas head to the teacher's lounge for a confession that will have you SMH and LMBO at the same time. The Data Dig breaks down a list to see if coaches and regular ed teachers can learn anything from each other. Before the show ends the SEL moment reminds us all about the power of the tongue.

Do you want the 2%?... You got the 2%. The fellas are back with another exciting and engaging episode! The gang gets things started with an interesting game of “Alphabet Aerobics” that reveals a lot about the guy's favorite movies. Donny helps the crew start their salute to Black History Month by telling us all about the “Father of Black History” Carter G. Woodson. After the Black History Moment, the guys dive into an academic discussion centered all around student engagement and the disconnect that many students show when it comes to learning. Following the academic discussion, the guys head to the teacher’s lounge for some snacks and a confession you are sure to never forget. The data dig gives us the numbers to try and help answer; who should be more responsible for student engagement… teachers or parents? A special SEL moment reminds us all that sometimes pain is necessary. Nagi steps up to the mic for the ticket out the door and delivers another instant classic. To be a part of the conversation make sure to follow us on all social media platforms. Make sure to follow us on IG: @talesofthetwopercent. On Twitter: @MrTotp. Join our Facebook group: @ Tales of the 2% Podcast. Email us the show at; totppodcast@gmail.com or drop us a voicemail at (470) 765-8688. Follow Antoine on IG @el_tweezy_yo. Follow Donny on IG@blue_jaye_60. Follow Jeff on IG@ThatDude_Jeff. Follow Nagi on Twitter@thetruthis_nagi. Visit our sponsors: Unfiltered: infilteredforever.com use the promo code TALES at checkout for 15 percent off your entire order. And remember there is a science to being you. Crux Media Group: cruxmediagroupllc.com “Crux media, we are at the Crux of podcasting.”

The fellas from Tales of the 2% step up to the mic for another engaging conversation this week. Jeff, Nagi, Antoine, and Donny get things started with the warm-up and a game of “This or That” that is sure to leave you laughing out loud! After the announcements, the fellas dive into every teacher’s favorite time of the year for the academic discussion…TESTING SEASON!!! After this ca n’t-miss conversation the fellas head over to the teacher’s lounge to confess honestly one thing they love about teaching that they never thought they would. The academic discussion brings to light some important data on test bias and if there is anything that can really be done. The SEL moment reminds us all to never stop dreaming and finally, in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr’s birthday the fellas use the ticket out the door to play and exert Dr. King’s famous “I have a dream speech”. To be a part of the conversation make sure to follow us on all social media platforms. Make sure to follow us on IG: @talesofthetwopercent. On Twitter: @MrTotp. Join our Facebook group: @ Tales of the 2% Podcast. Email us the show at; totppodcast@gmail.com or drop us a voicemail at (470) 765-8688. Follow Antoine on IG @el_tweezy_yo. Follow Donny on IG@blue_jaye_60. Follow Jeff on IG@ThatDude_Jeff. Follow Nagi on Twitter@thetruthis_nagi. Visit our sponsors: Unfiltered: infilteredforever.com use the promo code TALES at checkout for 15 percent off your entire order. And remember there is a science to being you. Crux Media Group: cruxmediagroupllc.com “Crux media, we are at the Crux of podcasting.”

The fellas are back to help you get your 2023 started off right! Jeff, Antoine, and Nagi hold it down while Donny is away and set their first episode of 2023 off with a bang. The show gets started as always with the warm up and a fun version of “This or That.” Next up, the fellas give us their views and opinions on the guiding question for the day; “Has technology created a building block or stumbling block in the classroom?” Antoine takes the crew to the teacher’s lounge with a confession that is sure to be good for the soul. As the “Data Dig” kicks off Nagi takes over the discussion that highlights the pros and cons of classroom tech. The SEL moment takes time to remind us this new year that the best thing to be… is yourself. To be a part of the conversation make sure to follow us on all social media platforms. Make sure to follow us on IG: @talesofthetwopercent. On Twitter: @MrTotp. Join our Facebook group: @ Tales of the 2% Podcast. Email us the show at; totppodcast@gmail.com or drop us a voicemail at (470) 765-8688. Follow Antoine on IG @el_tweezy_yo. Follow Donny on IG@blue_jaye_60. Follow Jeff on IG@ThatDude_Jeff. Follow Nagi on Twitter@thetruthis_nagi.

Always hungry for a good conversation the fellas of Tales of the 2% drop in to slice it up and serve it hot and fresh! With Nagi out celebrating his birthday, a friend of the show McKenzie Smith drops back in to help set things off right! The show gets started off with a holiday edition of “Cards against humanity” for the warm-up. Donny reminds us all to get out and vote for the upcoming runoff in GA with the announcements and then gives us our learning target and phenomena for this episode. Today the academic discussion centers all around teaching pre and post-pandemic. Trust us when we say you are going to want to hear what the fellas have to say! After a very insightful conversation, the fellas hop over to the teacher’s lounge as Antoine leads the confessionals on the funniest parent/teacher conferences the crew has had. With Nagi out, Jeff steps in to handle the Data Dig and the numbers that beg to ask the question; “Will schools ever get over what is now known as Covid Learning Loss?” Before the show wraps the SEL moment helps to remind us all that WORDS HAVE POWER!!! To be a part of the conversation make sure to follow us on all social media platforms. Make sure to follow us on IG: @talesofthetwopercent. On Twitter: @MrTotp. Join our Facebook group: @ Tales of the 2% Podcast. Email us the show at; totppodcast@gmail.com or drop us a voicemail at (470) 765-8688. Follow Antoine on IG @el_tweezy_yo. Follow Donny on IG@blue_jaye_60. Follow Jeff on IG@ThatDude_Jeff. Follow Nagi on Twitter@thetruthis_nagi. Visit our sponsors: Unfiltered: infilteredforever.com use the promo code TALES at checkout for 15 percent off your entire order. And remember there is a science to being you. Crux Media Group: cruxmediagroupllc.com “Crux media, we are at the Crux of podcasting.”

Fresh off of Thanksgiving break Antoine, Donny, Nagi, and Jeff are back to give everyone an extra helping of Tales of the 2%! This week Joshua Tolbert joins the fellas with his unique and interesting insight on the “Teacher Keys Effectiveness System”. The show gets started with an interesting game of “5-second rule” that ends surprisingly funnier than usual. Next up Donny gives us our announcements, learning objective, and phenomena for this episode. In the academic discussion, the crew breaks down how success should really be gauged and measured in the classroom while also offering their own perspectives of being evaluated as a black male teacher. A quick stop to the teacher’s lounge has Nagi, Antoine, Jeff, Donny, and special guest Joshua Tolbert confessing about the weirdest things they have been gifted as teachers. In the Data Dig, Nagi helps to break down the numbers and lead the discussion on how effectiveness should really be measured in the classroom. The SEL moment helps to wrap up the show and reminds us all to be efficient with our time and gifts. To be a part of the conversation make sure to follow us on all social media platforms. Make sure to follow us on IG: @talesofthetwopercent. On Twitter: @MrTotp. Join our Facebook group: @ Tales of the 2% Podcast. Email us the show at; totppodcast@gmail.com or drop us a voicemail at (470) 765-8688. Follow Antoine on IG @el_tweezy_yo. Follow Donny on IG@blue_jaye_60. Follow Jeff on IG@ThatDude_Jeff. Follow Nagi on Twitter@thetruthis_nagi. Visit our sponsors: Unfiltered: infilteredforever.com use the promo code TALES at checkout for 15 percent off your entire order. And remember there is a science to being you. Crux Media Group: cruxmediagroupllc.com “Crux media, we are at the Crux of podcasting.”

Heading into the Thanksgiving Holiday Break for this school year Donny, Nagi, Antoine, and Jeff want to revisit a common topic for teachers around this time… stress management! So the guys take it back to episode 15:“They call me Mr. Stress Management” to remind everyone of some of the ways the 2% manage their stress as educators. In that episode he fellas start the show off by playing “Cards against Humanity: Teacher Edition”. The academic discussion touches on a familiar topic for everyone, stress management, and how the brothers of the 2% manage stress as black men and educators. The gang then heads over to the teacher’s lounge after the academic discussion ‘fess up about the weirdest thing that they heard about themselves this school year. As the show turns to the data dig the guys break down some interesting numbers that show the number of educators and administrators that are battling stress, depression, and teacher burnout. Before the show wraps, Donny, Antoine, Nagi, and Jeff dive into the SEL moment for the day as it reminds everyone about the power of being present. Nagi steps up to the mic for the ticket out the door and brings the heat and knowledge to send the show out with a bang. To be a part of the conversation make sure to follow us on all social media platforms. Make sure to follow us on IG: @talesofthetwopercent. On Twitter: @MrTotp. Join our Facebook group: @ Tales of the 2% Podcast. Email us the show at; totppodcast@gmail.com or drop us a voicemail at (470) 765-8688. Follow Antoine on IG @el_tweezy_yo. Follow Donny on IG@blue_jaye_60. Follow Jeff on IG@ThatDude_Jeff. Follow Nagi on Twitter@thetruthis_nagi. Visit our sponsors: Unfiltered: infilteredforever.com use the promo code TALES at checkout for 15 percent off your entire order. And remember there is a science to being you. Crux Media Group: cruxmediagroupllc.com “Crux media, we are at the Crux of podcasting.”

The fellas are on a pep rally schedule today so the 2% come out the gate ready to roll! Jeff, Antoine, Nagi, and Donny get things started with a game of “Alphabet Aerobics” for the warm-up that is sure to have you hitting the vending machine early. After Donny gives us the announcements the 2% head straight into academic discussion. Today’s main question; Is teacher isolation just part of the job? The guys meet up with Antoine in the teacher’s lounge next to talk about what generation their students think they really are a part of, and then Nagi helps to break down the data showing the effects that teacher isolation is having on educators. Before the gang heads to the pep rally the SEL moment drops off a few words that many of us need to hear. Make sure to follow us on IG: @talesofthetwopercent. On Twitter: @MrTotp. Join our Facebook group: @ Tales of the 2% Podcast. Email us the show at; totppodcast@gmail.com or drop us a voicemail at (470) 765-8688. Follow Antoine on IG @el_tweezy_yo. Follow Donny on IG@blue_jaye_60. Follow Jeff on IG@ThatDude_Jeff. Follow Nagi on Twitter@thetruthis_nagi. Visit our sponsors: Unfiltered: unfilteredforever.com use the promo code TALES at checkout for 15 percent off your entire order. And remember there is a science to being you. Crux Media Group: @cruxmediagroupllc.com “Crux Media, we are at the Crux of podcasting”

After school tutoring is now in session! The fellas of the 2% take it back this week to episode 13, “They call me Mr. Back to School”. With the 2022 school year in full swing it's beneficial to go back and revisit your day 1 goals and see if you need to keep up the grind or readjust and go about things a different way. So, the fellas are joined by Assistant Principal Mckenzie Smith from Fulton County Public schools. The guys get things started with a game of “This or that”. During the academic discussion the guys all discuss the most important part of preparing for a new school year. The fellas make a break for the vending machine in the teacher’s lounge and reminisce about some funny first week of school memories. The Data dig sheds light on the looming teacher shortage heading into this school year and where the main focus should be to make this year successful. During the SEL moment we take time to remember the power of prayer and the importance of believing and mental healthcare. Before the show wraps, Nagi steps up to drop another gem for the ticket out the door. Special thanks to Assistant Principal Mckenzie Smith of Fulton County Public Schools for being the first principal to stop by. Make sure to follow us on IG: @talesofthetwopercent. On Twitter: @MrTotp. Join our Facebook group: @ Tales of the 2% Podcast. Email us the show at; totppodcast@gmail.com or drop us a voicemail at (470) 765-8688. Follow Antoine on IG @el_tweezy_yo. Follow Donny on IG@blue_jaye_60. Follow Jeff on IG@ThatDude_Jeff. Follow Nagi on Twitter@thetruthis_nagi. Visit our sponsors: Unfiltered: unfilteredforever.com use the promo code TALES at checkout for 15 percent off your entire order. And remember there is a science to being you. Crux Media Group: @cruxmediagroupllc.com “Crux Media, we are at the Crux of podcasting”

You want more “Tales of the 2%”? Well, you got more “Tales of the 2%”! Black by popular demand, the fellas start the show with the warm-up and a “5-second-rule” game that will have you reminiscing about your childhood. Next is a new segment called “The Lesson Review,” where the guys discuss questions and answers posted on their social media. With Donny under the weather, Jeff, Nagi, and Antoine dive into an interesting academic discussion. For this episode, the fellas discuss toxic teachers, toxic teaching, and its impact on education. After the conversation wraps the teacher’s lounge confessions, the guys fess up about their wardrobe and swag. The data dig breaks down the numbers of teachers and their honest opinion on their jobs. Before the show wraps, the SEL moment uses the words of the late great Dr. Martin Luther King Jr to remind us that darkness cannot drive out darkness, only light can do that. And hate cannot drive out hate, only love can do that. Antoine then blesses us with a quote from our very own Nagi Eltayeb for the ticket out the door as the show wraps up! Make sure to follow us on IG: @talesofthetwopercent. On Twitter: @MrTotp. Join our Facebook group: @ Tales of the 2% Podcast. Email us the show at; totppodcast@gmail.com or drop us a voicemail at (470) 765-8688. Follow Antoine on IG @el_tweezy_yo. Follow Donny on IG@blue_jaye_60. Follow Jeff on IG@ThatDude_Jeff. Follow Nagi on Twitter@thetruthis_nagi. Visit our sponsors: Unfiltered: unfilteredforever.com use the promo code TALES at checkout for 15 percent off your entire order. And remember there is a science to being you. Crux Media Group: @cruxmediagroupllc.com “Crux Media, we are at the Crux of podcasting”

After an extended break, Antoine, Nagi, Donny, and Jeff are back to set it off, as only the 2% can! The fellas start the show off by playing “Cards Against Humanity: Teacher Edition.” The academic discussion touches on a familiar topic for everyone, stress management and how the brothers of the 2% manage stress as black men and educators. After the academic discussion, the gang heads to the teacher’s lounge and fess up about the weirdest thing they heard about themselves this school year. As the show turns to the data dig, the guys break down some interesting numbers that show the number of educators and administrators battling stress, depression, and teacher burnout. Before the show wraps, Donny, Antoine, Nagi, and Jeff dive into the SEL moment for the day as it reminds everyone about the power of being present. Nagi steps up to the mic for the ticket out the door and brings the heat and knowledge to send the show out with a bang. To be a part of the conversation, follow us on all social media platforms. Make sure to follow us on IG: @talesofthetwopercent. On Twitter: @MrTotp. Join our Facebook group: @ Tales of the 2% Podcast. Email us the show at; totppodcast@gmail.com or drop us a voicemail at (470) 765-8688. Follow Antoine on IG @el_tweezy_yo. Follow Donny on IG@blue_jaye_60. Follow Jeff on IG@ThatDude_Jeff. Follow Nagi on Twitter@thetruthis_nagi. Visit our sponsors: Unfiltered: Unfilteredforever.com use the promo code TALES at checkout for 15 percent off your entire order. And remember, there is a science to being you. Crux Media Group: cruxmediagroupllc.com “Crux media, we are at the Crux of podcasting.”

With school back in session, the fellas of the 2% kick things off like only they can. Antoine, Nagi, Donny, and Jeff start the show with a warm-up and a new game, “Who you gonna call?” The show dives deep into the academic discussion centered on black male teachers' expected and unexpected roles and why schools look at black male educators as a “catch.” Next up, the show stops by the teacher’s lounge for the first “Teacher’s Lounge Confession” of the new school year as the fellas share their first WTF and SMH moment of the school year. The data dig helps shed light on the lack of diversity in leadership. Before the show ends, the SEL moment reminds us to be mindful that our students are always watching. The ticket out the door sends the show out in style. To be a part of the conversation, follow us on all social media platforms. Check us out every Monday as new episodes roll out across all streaming platforms.

With school right around the corner, Antoine, Nagi, Donny, and Jeff head into preplanning, ready to do things like only the 2% can. The fellas are joined by Assistant Principal Mackenzie Smith from Fulton County Public schools. With the first-ever admin joining the ranks, the guys get things started with a game of “This or that.” During the academic discussion, the guys discuss the most important part of preparing for a new school year. The fellas make a break for the vending machine in the teacher’s lounge and reminisce about some funny first week of school memories. The Data dig sheds light on the looming teacher shortage heading into this school year and where the main focus should be to make this year successful. During the SEL moment, we take time to remember the power of prayer and the importance of believing and mental healthcare. Before the show wraps, Nagi steps up to drop another gem for the ticket out the door. Special thanks to Assistant Principal Mackenzie Smith of Fulton County Pubic Schools for being the first principal to stop by. To be a part of the conversation, make sure to follow us on all social media platforms. Check us out every Monday as new episodes roll out across all streaming platforms.

Summer is just about over, and the fellas of the 2% tap in to break down the importance of representation in curriculum materials. The crew starts things with the “Alphabet Brainstorm” to warm things up. With Juneteenth and the fourth of July over and done, Donny, Antoine, Nagi, and Jeff break down the desperate need for a better representation of people of color in academic and curriculum materials. After a great academic discussion, the guys stop at the teacher’s lounge to fess up how old people think they are. After getting the numbers, the data dig raises an important question; What should be done first to help bolster more representation, a change to the curriculum or the educational materials? With no ticket out the door, the SEL moment urges everyone to take things one step at a time and one punch at a time. To be a part of the conversation, follow us on all social media platforms. Check us out every Monday as new episodes roll out across all streaming platforms.

As summer rolls in the fellas of the 2% take time from their summer vacation to break down another great topic. The show gets started with a new warm-up game, “Alphabet Brainstorm”. With Donny, away Nagi, Antoine, and Jeff break down the importance of summer learning and the impact of summer learning loss during the academic discussion. Next up the “Teacher’s Lounge Confessions” has the crew admitting what they really do with those appreciation gift cards. The “Data Dig” then gives us the numbers on the impact of summer learning loss amongst children of color. Before the show ends the SEL moment reminds us that “Faith makes things possible, not easy.” To be a part of the conversation make sure to follow us on all social media platforms. Check us out every Monday as new episodes roll out across all streaming platforms.

As the school year comes to a close the fellas make sure to close things out on a high note! The fellas get the show started with a game of “This or that”. Next, the academic discussion centers around the large number of teachers leaving the profession and if anything can really be done to keep teachers in the field of education. The teacher's lounge confessions force the gang to confess some of the strangest things they’ve seen students do on their cell phones during class and also admit some of the things they're on the phone during class themselves! The data dig then breaks down the numbers on how the number of teachers leaving is impacting the profession and what can be done to bring about a much-needed change. Before the show closes out the SEL moment reminds everyone to “Speak life, and always check the label.” The ticket out the door is set on fire as Nagi blesses us with an original piece aimed right at our youth. Remember to catch new episodes every Monday across all streaming platforms. To join the conversation make sure to follow us on all social media platforms.

The crew is reunited as Nagi, Donny, Antoine and Jeff let the world know all about the 2%. First the fellas get things started with another interesting game of the “5-second Rule”. Next the class announcements help us to wrap up Autism Awareness Month on a high note. The academic discussion breaks down the recent story coming from Tri-cities High School in Georgia, violence in the schools, and the role black male teachers play in safeguarding their classroom. The teacher’s lounge confessions help to lighten up the show as the guys confess to the funniest excuse they heard a student give about missing or late work. The data dig breaks down the shocking numbers about school shootings and what can possibly be done to make a change. Before the show wraps the SEL moment reminds us all to fight for and take care of what is important in our lives. Remember to catch new episodes every Monday across all streaming platforms. To join the conversation make sure to follow us on all social media platforms.

While Antonie is off celebrating his wedding anniversary with his wife Donny, Jeff, and Nagi step in for another great episode. Things get started with the warm-up as the fellas let it be known what three things they would need to make it through certain situations. After the warm-up, the crew breaks down how fatherhood has affected them as teachers and as men. Next up the teacher’s lounge confessions has the crew laughing over some of the craziest answers students have ever given to a question in class. The data dig then gives the fellas a chance to discuss some numbers that help to shed light on the presence of black fathers in the home. Before the show wraps the SEL moment focuses on the importance of setting a good example and the ticket out the door is a motivational video sure to inspire you to push your limits.

The fellas are back again to break it down and let the world know all about the 2%. This week Nagi, Antoine, Donny, and Jeff welcome a special guest host Dr. Sean Antonetti. The show gets started with the warm-up as the crew plays “Cards Against Humanity - Teacher’s Life Edition”. For the class announcements the crew gives the history behind “Women's History Month''. The fellas then break down the “school to prison” pipeline in the academic discussion and the role that black male teachers play in it. Once the discussion ends the gang heads over to the teacher’s lounge for a confessional that has everyone talking about the weirdest things that they have ever heard a student say. For the “Data Dig” Nagi, Antoine, Donny, Jeff, and special guest host Dr. Antonetti dive into the numbers that show how students of color are more likely to get arrested than finish college! Before the show wraps the SEL moment reminds us all that “We need Grace” and then Nagi blesses us with another poem for the “Ticket out the Door”. Remember to follow us on all social media platforms and catch new episodes every Monday on all streaming platforms.

This week Donny, Antoine, Nagi, and Jeff are joined by special guest host Dr. Avery Kenly and they break down how emotions affect male teachers. Things get started with the return of the game “5-second rule” as the fellas kick off the show with the warm-up. Next the class announcements pay tribute to the woman behind the creation of WiFi and Bluetooth, Ms. Heddy Lamar. The fellas then put their hearts on their sleeves and let their emotions out as they discuss emotional intelligence and how emotions play a large role in teaching. In the teacher’s lounge the fellas confess to the weirdest thing they have ever done to help out a coworker. After that they jump into the data dig and talk about the numbers that point to the importance of emotional vulnerability. The show wraps up with another powerful SEL moment reminding us all about strength in weakness and then the ticket out the door with someone new stepping up to the mic this week! Remember to follow us on all social media platforms and catch new episodes every Monday on all streaming platforms.

The fellas are back once again to break down the ins and outs of being a black male teacher in the 21st century. This week the fellas get things started with a game of “Would you rather?” for the warm-up. After the warm-up gets done the fellas pay homage to Dr. Gladys West to get things started for Women’s History Month. The academic discussion then gets underway as Donny, Antione, Nagi, and Jeff talk about a very hot-button topic, toxic masculinity! Once the academic discussion is over the fellas head on over to the teacher’s lounge for the “Teacher’s Lounge Confession” and confess to what they all are hiding in their desks at work. The data dig then breaks down the numbers on why societal norms play a big role in toxic masculinity. Before the show wraps up with the SEL moment titled, “If boys don’t learn, then men won’t know.” The ticket out the door then ends the show as it pays its respect to the late great Tupac Shakur. Remember to follow us on all social media platforms and catch new episodes every Monday on all streaming platforms.

This week the fellas jump into a game of “Would you rather” to warm things up. Donny then salutes Dr. Mae C. Jemison with our Black History Moment. After the learning objective the fellas dive into the academic discussion as they talk about the effect and influence of nature vs nurture. Antoine explains “crop dusting “ in the teacher’s lounge confession and then Nagi breaks down the numbers in our data dig that as the fellas discuss why men are more likely to take jobs instead of starting careers. The show wraps up with another power SEL moment and a reminder of why quitting isn’t in our DNA. Remember to follow us on all social media platforms and catch new episodes every Monday on all streaming platforms.

This week the fellas kick the show off with a game of Cards Against Humanity the “Teacher’s Life” edition. Donny gives us our “Black History Moment” and the learning objective. The academic discussion then gets kicked off as the fellas talk about the ins and outs of their first year teaching. The conversation then shifts to teacher’s lounge confession as Antoine helps us see why you should always check things out you show them in class. Nagi then walks us through the data dig and Jeff talks about the true mark of success in the SEL moment. The show wraps up as Antoine gives us a poetic reminder of the power of the 2% in our ticket out the door. Remember to follow us on all social media platforms and catch new episodes every Monday on all streaming platforms.