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On this episode of Verbally Effective, host Ena Esco welcomes Dr. Earle J. Fisher—Assistant Professor and Dean of Chapel at LeMoyne-Owen College, Senior Pastor of Abyssinian Baptist Church, and Founder of Up The Vote 901—for a thought-provoking conversation on faith, education, civic engagement, and the issues shaping our communities. Dr. Fisher discusses his work at LeMoyne-Owen College, where he is committed to developing the next generation of critical thinkers, servant leaders, and engaged citizens. He shares how education, faith, and community advocacy intersect to empower students and inspire meaningful change beyond the classroom. The conversation also explores Memphis' Souls to the Polls initiative and the ongoing importance of voter education, civic participation, and collective action. Dr. Fisher explains how faith leaders and community organizations are working together to increase voter engagement and strengthen democracy at the local level. Additionally, Ena and Dr. Fisher discuss the public reaction to the Karmelo Anthony verdict, examining the broader conversations surrounding justice, accountability, public perception, and the responsibility of communities to engage in thoughtful dialogue during difficult moments.
On this episode of Verbally Effective, host Ena Esco welcomes Dr. Earle J. Fisher—Assistant Professor and Dean of Chapel at LeMoyne-Owen College, Senior Pastor of Abyssinian Baptist Church, and Founder of Up The Vote 901—for a thought-provoking conversation on faith, education, civic engagement, and the issues shaping our communities.Dr. Fisher discusses his work at LeMoyne-Owen College, where he is committed to developing the next generation of critical thinkers, servant leaders, and engaged citizens. He shares how education, faith, and community advocacy intersect to empower students and inspire meaningful change beyond the classroom.The conversation also explores Memphis' Souls to the Polls initiative and the ongoing importance of voter education, civic participation, and collective action. Dr. Fisher explains how faith leaders and community organizations are working together to increase voter engagement and strengthen democracy at the local level.Additionally, Ena and Dr. Fisher discuss the public reaction to the Karmelo Anthony verdict, examining the broader conversations surrounding justice, accountability, public perception, and the responsibility of communities to engage in thoughtful dialogue during difficult moments.
In this episode of The Ena Esco Show, Ena Esco sits down with John Best, General Manager of 88.5FM MSCS Radio, AI industry expert, and Technical Engineer for the Lowery Communication Center at LeMoyne-Owen College. John shares his journey through the world of radio, technology, and media while offering insight into the rapidly evolving landscape of artificial intelligence. From his work in broadcasting to helping build and support the next generation of multimedia professionals, John discusses how technology continues to reshape the way we communicate, create, work, and consume content. The conversation explores some of the leading AI tools transforming today's industries, the opportunities and challenges AI presents, and why understanding this technology is becoming increasingly important for media professionals, students, educators, and creators.
In this episode of The Ena Esco Show, Ena Esco sits down with John Best, General Manager of 88.5FM MSCS Radio, AI industry expert, and Technical Engineer for the Lowery Communication Center at LeMoyne-Owen College.John shares his journey through the world of radio, technology, and media while offering insight into the rapidly evolving landscape of artificial intelligence. From his work in broadcasting to helping build and support the next generation of multimedia professionals, John discusses how technology continues to reshape the way we communicate, create, work, and consume content.The conversation explores some of the leading AI tools transforming today's industries, the opportunities and challenges AI presents, and why understanding this technology is becoming increasingly important for media professionals, students, educators, and creators.
In this episode of Verbally Effective, host Ena Esco sits down with Dr. Seth E. Davis, Assistant Professor of English & Communications at LeMoyne-Owen College and host of the Black College Matters podcast, for a thought-provoking conversation on higher education, media, culture, and today's biggest headlines.Dr. Davis shares insights into teaching the next generation of communicators, the growing role of artificial intelligence in higher education, and how educators are preparing students for an ever-evolving media landscape. He also reflects on his doctoral journey and weighs in on the public discourse surrounding Dr. Cheyenne Bryant and the conversations around academic credentials and credibility. The discussion also explores:
In this episode of Verbally Effective, host Ena Esco sits down with Dr. Seth E. Davis, Assistant Professor of English & Communications at LeMoyne-Owen College and host of the Black College Matters podcast, for a thought-provoking conversation on higher education, media, culture, and today's biggest headlines.Dr. Davis shares insights into teaching the next generation of communicators, the growing role of artificial intelligence in higher education, and how educators are preparing students for an ever-evolving media landscape. He also reflects on his doctoral journey and weighs in on the public discourse surrounding Dr. Cheyenne Bryant and the conversations around academic credentials and credibility.The discussion also explores:
On this episode of the Verbally Effective Podcast: Magic 807 Sessions, host Ena Esco welcomes Jerry Redmond, Chief of Alumni Affairs and Relations at LeMoyne-Owen College, for a timely conversation about the vital role alumni play in sustaining and advancing HBCUs. Jerry shares his vision for strengthening alumni engagement, cultivating a culture of giving, and creating meaningful opportunities for graduates to invest in the next generation of students. From financial support and mentorship to advocacy and community involvement, this discussion explores why alumni participation is essential to the future of historically Black colleges and universities. The conversation also examines the NAACP's call for Black student-athletes to reconsider commitments to SEC institutions amid concerns surrounding voting rights in the South. Ena and Jerry discuss the intersection of athletics, education, civic engagement, and the broader responsibilities of colleges, alumni, and community leaders during pivotal moments in history. Whether you're an HBCU graduate, student, educator, or supporter, this episode offers valuable insight into preserving the legacy of Black higher education while empowering future generations.
On this episode of the Verbally Effective Podcast: Magic 807 Sessions, host Ena Esco welcomes Jerry Redmond, Chief of Alumni Affairs and Relations at LeMoyne-Owen College, for a timely conversation about the vital role alumni play in sustaining and advancing HBCUs.Jerry shares his vision for strengthening alumni engagement, cultivating a culture of giving, and creating meaningful opportunities for graduates to invest in the next generation of students. From financial support and mentorship to advocacy and community involvement, this discussion explores why alumni participation is essential to the future of historically Black colleges and universities.The conversation also examines the NAACP's call for Black student-athletes to reconsider commitments to SEC institutions amid concerns surrounding voting rights in the South. Ena and Jerry discuss the intersection of athletics, education, civic engagement, and the broader responsibilities of colleges, alumni, and community leaders during pivotal moments in history.Whether you're an HBCU graduate, student, educator, or supporter, this episode offers valuable insight into preserving the legacy of Black higher education while empowering future generations.
"Inside the HBCU Sports Lab" episode 833 with Doc, Charles, and AD Drew discussing HBCU news and sports.Interview with Harold Ellis, Director of Athletics at Morehouse College00:00 - Intro - 08:10 - LeMoyne-Owen College has named Roderick Smothers Jr. its new Director of Athletics11:03 - Johnson C. Smith announces SIAC Commissioner Anthony Hollowman as a newly elected Board of Trustees member14:59 - 1st commercial break18:13 - 2nd segment -- Top 6 HBCU Mid-Major Division Director of Athletics31:33 - 2nd commercial break34:57 - 3rd segment - special guest Harold Ellis, Dir. of Athletics at Morehouse College,51:13 - 3rd commercial break54:24 - final segment - 56:54 - Toughest and easiest HBCU Division 1 Football schedules for the 2026 season01:11:00 - ConclusionTOPICSLeMoyne-Owen College has named Roderick Smothers Jr. its new Director of AthleticsJohnson C. Smith University up against the clock in accreditation processTop 6 ADs in HBCU Mid-Major DivisionContributions welcome at CashApp $JafusCavil#DrKenyattaCavil #SportsLab #HBCUsports
#DrKenyattaCavil #SportsLab #HBCUsports"Inside the HBCU Sports Lab" episode 833 with Doc, Charles, and AD Drew discussing HBCU news and sports.Interview with Harold Ellis, Director of Athletics at Morehouse College00:00 - Intro - 08:10 - LeMoyne-Owen College has named Roderick Smothers Jr. its new Director of Athletics11:03 - Johnson C. Smith announces SIAC Commissioner Anthony Hollowman as a newly elected Board of Trustees member14:59 - 1st commercial break18:13 - 2nd segment -- Top 6 HBCU Mid-Major Division Director of Athletics31:33 - 2nd commercial break34:57 - 3rd segment - special guest Harold Ellis, Dir. of Athletics at Morehouse College,51:13 - 3rd commercial break54:24 - final segment - 56:54 - Toughest and easiest HBCU Division 1 Football schedules for the 2026 season01:11:00 - ConclusionTOPICSLeMoyne-Owen College has named Roderick Smothers Jr. its new Director of AthleticsJohnson C. Smith University up against the clock in accreditation processTop 6 ADs in HBCU Mid-Major DivisionContributions welcome at CashApp $JafusCavil
Learn how Memphis' HBCU is anchoring talent in the city by creating job-ready, community-informed leaders. This conversation with Dr. Christopher Davis, president of LeMoyne-Owen College, is part of an ongoing series that explores the role Memphis' colleges and universities play as essential civic anchors shaping the region's talent pipeline, stabilizing neighborhoods, driving research and innovation, and influencing long-term economic vitality. Resources mentioned in this episode include: LeMoyne-Owen College Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) LOC Center for Cybersecurity LeMoyne-Owen College cybersecurity program gears up, set to build technology center called TIRC LeMoyne-Owen College's Accelerated Studies for Adults and Professionals Program (ASAP) Other Meanwhile in Memphis episodes that explore and illuminate topics covered in this episode are here , here , here , and here . LeMoyne-Owen College Receives $500,000 Investment from FedEx to Strengthen Business Department and Advance Student Success LeMoyne-Owen College Board of Trustees Selects Dr. Christopher B. Davis as the College's 14th President This episode is made possible in partnership with Independent Bank.
Episode Notes We are back with another great show! My guests include Leshundra Robinson from the National Kidney Foundation. March is National Kidney Month and the time to spread awareness about a disease that affects nearly 40 million adults. She tells us about what we can do to help others thru transplant donation. Next, have you ever heard of immersive art? It's part of a new exhibit experience called “Baron Von Opperbean and the River of Time” and is taking shape inside the river museum on Mud Island. Exhibit CEO Jee Vahn Knight joins me to talk about this one of a kind adventure and says, “So if you've ever wanted to jump inside your favorite movie and have an open world exploration from the inside out… that's what we're building here.” Finally, our city is proud to claim an HBCU of its very own. LeMoyne-Owen College continues to stand proudly in South Memphis and is doing some great things. College President Dr. Christopher B. Davis joins me to talk about a busy time including the annual Gala and a few more surprises. This and more Monday, 6 pm both on air and online on WYXR 91.7 FM. Also the WYXR app, Tunein, Facebook Live, YouTube and wherever you get your podcasts. It's time to talk!
Episode Notes Guests include Rev. Dr Earle Fisher. On the eve of a very important and consequential election for our county, I ask him about that and his thoughts on the Memphis Safe Task Force, positive or negative. Next, our city made the news again, this time by a couple of NBA players regarding their past stays in our hotels...let's just say it wasn't a glowing report. Carol Silkes, hospitality expert joins me to discuss. Finally, radio broadcasting has grown by leaps and bounds and one of the biggest areas is the podcast. There are literally thousands and radio media expert Ena Esco explains the why and about her latest project as the program director of a new communications center at her Alma mater Lemoyne Owen College. That and more Monday, 6pm on 91.7 FM WYXR. Also the WYXR app, Tunein, Facebook Live, YouTube and wherever you get your podcasts. It's time to talk!
Episode Notes Guests include Rev. Dr Earle Fisher. On the eve of a very important and consequential election for our county, I ask him about that and his thoughts on the Memphis Safe Task Force, positive or negative. Next, our city made the news again, this time by a couple of NBA players regarding their past stays in our hotels...let's just say it wasn't a glowing report. Carol Silkes, hospitality expert joins me to discuss. Finally, radio broadcasting has grown by leaps and bounds and one of the biggest areas is the podcast. There are literally thousands and radio media expert Ena Esco explains the why and about her latest project as the program director of a new communications center at her Alma mater Lemoyne Owen College. That and more Monday, 6pm on 91.7 FM WYXR. Also the WYXR app, Tunein, Facebook Live, YouTube and wherever you get your podcasts. It's time to talk!
To wrap up our Love Series, “Rooted in Love”, we dive into agape love—selfless, unconditional care for others with LaMar-Octavious L. Scott, Vice President of Student Affairs at LeMoyne-Owen College. As a leader at the fifth oldest HBCU, Mr. Scott shares his journey from early ministry roots to helping students develop unapologetic critical thinking and global cultural understanding. Spirituality is weaved into campus life through weekly schoolwide spiritual pauses rooted in liberation theology, prayer, and relational depth that welcomes tough questions like “How does this campus connect to your spirit and your personal goals?” Mr. Scott reminds us that you're never alone in pursuing your purpose. So tap into your innate power, and choose college based on your why—not your parents'. Mr. Scott completed his Master of Arts in Pastoral Counseling at Liberty University in Lynchburg, Virginia, and he received his Bachelor of Arts in General Studies at Alcorn State University. He is a strategic higher education leader specializing in Enrollment Management and Student Affairs transformation. His academic foundation informs his holistic leadership philosophy—one that blends access, belonging, accountability, and spiritual grounding into institutional practice. Beyond higher education, Mr. Scott serves as CYYA Pastor at Berean Missionary Baptist Church, where he mentors and develops young adults in faith and leadership. His commitment to service extends through his membership in Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc., initiated in March 2016. To learn more about Mr. Scott and his work, connect with him on IG @_sirscott6_ or email him at lamar_scott@loc.edu, and visit FutureMagician.loc.edu.
Angela Rye joins Dr. Thema to share her personal journey of coping with and healing from political stress and disappointment. Angela shares the importance of community care and spirituality in her process of homecoming. She also is transparent about the challenges of self care when your sense of purpose and meaning get disrupted. Angela Rye is an award-winning host, lawyer, social justice advocate, and Principal/CEO of IMPACT Strategies, where her political advocacy and crisis management firm's Professional Development Program has supported more than 500 alumni now serving at the highest levels of government, corporate, and nonprofit sectors. Rye is also the co-creator of State of the People, a coalition of 200 local and national organizations providing resources, education, empowerment, and relief to thousands of citizens. She is co-host of the NAACP Image Award–winning podcast Native Land Pod and co-founder of Reasoned Choice Media with Lenard “Charlamagne tha God” McKelvey and Chris Morrow. With more than two decades of experience in political strategy, coalition building, and advocacy, Rye previously served as Executive Director and General Counsel to the Congressional Black Caucus and as Senior Policy Advisor and Counsel for the House Homeland Security Committee. She currently serves as a board member for Wilberforce University, the Congressional Black Caucus Institute, Black Futures Lab, the Congressional Black Caucus PAC, and on the advisory boards of Club 61 and Boon Boona. She holds honorary doctorates from Wiley College and LeMoyne-Owen College and is a proud alumnus of the University of Washington and Seattle University School of Law. After you listen, don't forget to like, subscribe, and share. Music by Joy Jones. Mixed & Edited by Next Day Podcast info@nextdaypodcast.com
Memphis is the proud home to several higher education institutions, and today we get the opportunity to take a closer look at how three of them work uniquely and in collaboration with one another to create a better, brighter future for students, alumni, and the city as a whole. So no matter if you cheer for the Lynx, The Tigers, or the Magicians... this conversation is a nice reminder that we're all on team 901. Joining us are Linda Bonnin of Rhodes College, Michele Ehrhart of The University of Memphis, and Tara Dunn-Ross of Lemoyne Owen College. Resources mentioned in this episode include: LeMoyne-Owen College Rhodes College The University of Memphis Joint Memphis Homecoming in 2025 Memphis Brand Previous episodes that focus on higher education in Memphis can be found here, here, and here Previous conversations with Memphis Brand can be found here Rhodes College celebrating 100 years in Memphis (additional resources can be found here and here) UMRF Ventures St. Jude Summer Plus Fellowship Learn more about Rhodes' student-run soup kitchen here, here and here University of Memphis Service Saturdays Learn more about the University of Memphis' Ballin' on Beale Memphis Madness here and here Rhodes College Announces $2M Endowment to Support New Center for Career and Professional Development LeMoyne-Owen College cybersecurity program gears up, set to build technology center called TIRC The Polytechnic@UofM AI for All at University of Memphis This episode is made possible in partnership with Independent Bank.
“A life is not important except in the impact it has on other lives.” — Jackie Robinson In this episode of The Journey, host Larry Robinson sits down with Commissioner Mickell Lowery, a Memphis native, proud HBCU graduate, and community leader whose life exemplifies service, legacy, and purpose. Loweryl has carved his own path as a leader, husband, and father. From his days as a LeMoyne-Owen College basketball player and SGA president to his current role in public service, Mickell's story is one of faith, discipline, and dedication to Memphis. In this powerful and heartfelt conversation, Mickell shares: How family, sports, and faith shaped his early years Lessons learned from the court to the County Commission What being a “girl dad” has taught him about patience and purpose How his mother's ministry and his father's politics molded his worldview His experience leading Memphis through the Tyre Nichols tragedy and his hope for change The advice he gives to young leaders: “Relationships are better than money. Build them with integrity.” Mickell Lowery's journey is a reminder that leadership isn't about titles, it's about impact, empathy, and consistency. His story challenges every viewer to ask: “What will they say about you when your journey is done?”
Davis is the 14th president of LeMoyne-Owen College. For the past 25 years, Davis has had the honor of pastoring St. Paul Baptist Church, Holmes Road, where he has witnessed the transformative power of faith in action. Alongside his pastoral work, he served for 17 years as both a faculty member and administrator at Memphis Theological Seminary, experiences that deepened his understanding of ministry within both church and academic contexts. In 2024, he was named the 14th president of LeMoyne-Owen College, a role he believes to be a divinely appointed extension of his calling. For Davis, faith is not confined to Sunday worship—it is a way of life, a guiding force in every season and every role he has held. Whether in the pulpit, the classroom, or now on the campus of a historically Black college, he has always viewed his work as ministry.
Episode Notes My guests include Dr. Christopher Davis, President of LeMoyne Owen College. He is reviving this historic HBCU and its recruitment efforts by forming a partnership with TN SW Community College. He shares with me how this came about and why it's so important for students wanting the HBCU experience without leaving home. Next, when President Trump decided to dissolve the Department of Education many of us don't know what that really means and more importantly, what it will mean for the future of education in this country and your public schools. Brian Stephens is the founder of Caissa K12 and an expert source on public schools. He breaks down how this decision will impact school districts nationwide, statewide and locally. Finally, we are all affected by high prices and inflation these days none more so than the farmers. Thomas Burrell is a farmer and the president of Black Farmers and Agriculturalists Association which is fighting for the rights of Black Farmers, their heirs and administrators who are being discriminated against the USDA. He tells me why this fight for justice is even more necessary today. That and more on air and online Monday, 6 pm on WYXR 91.7 FM. Also, WYXR.org, Tunein, Facebook Live, YouTube and wherever you get your podcasts. It's time to talk!
Episode Notes My guests include Dr. Christopher Davis, President of LeMoyne Owen College. He is reviving this historic HBCU and its recruitment efforts by forming a partnership with TN SW Community College. He shares with me how this came about and why it's so important for students wanting the HBCU experience without leaving home. Next, when President Trump decided to dissolve the Department of Education many of us don't know what that really means and more importantly, what it will mean for the future of education in this country and your public schools. Brian Stephens is the founder of Caissa K12 and an expert source on public schools. He breaks down how this decision will impact school districts nationwide, statewide and locally. Finally, we are all affected by high prices and inflation these days none more so than the farmers. Thomas Burrell is a farmer and the president of Black Farmers and Agriculturalists Association which is fighting for the rights of Black Farmers, their heirs and administrators who are being discriminated against the USDA. He tells me why this fight for justice is even more necessary today. That and more on air and online Monday, 6 pm on WYXR 91.7 FM. Also, WYXR.org, Tunein, Facebook Live, YouTube and wherever you get your podcasts. It's time to talk!
In April 2024, Meharry Medical College received an ORAU Innovation Partnership Grant to help students from Historically Black Colleges and Universities in the Nashville area attended Meharry's annual Cancer Survivorship Summit. IPG grants, offered through ORAU's Research and University Partnerships Office, are designed to strengthen relationships between university consortium members and ORAU subject matter experts. The summit was a day-long event focused on sharing information about cancer risks, research, and prevention and early detection, as well as provide opportunities for community members to get needed health and medical screenings. In this conversation, host Michael Holtz talks with the team from Meharry that helped make the summit possible, including Tammy Henderson, Ph.D., vice president in the Office of Strategic Initiatives and Innovation at the Meharry School of Medicine; Kirsten George, health careers pathway program manager in the Department of Family and Community Medicine; and Donald Alcendor, Ph.D., associate professor in the Department of Microbiology, Immunology and Physiology. Also joining the conversation is Robert Briggs, a senior majoring in business management at Lemoyne-Owen College, who one of the students able to attend the summit because of the ORAU IPG grant.
CJ welcomes a couple of HBCU presidents to the show, Dr. Jerryl Briggs senior of MVSU and Dr. Christopher Davis of Lemoyne-Owen College. They discuss the state of HBCUs, partnering with the Grizzlies, and more. Mike Wallace joins the show for a discussion about Tuskegee's Homecoming, JSU v. Alabama State, and more.
Join Vanecia Kimbrow, managing partner of her law firm and dedicated community advocate, on "Her Journey," presented by Kudzukian Media Group and hosted by Joy Doss. Vanecia shares her remarkable story from being adopted and raised by her grandmother to becoming a successful lawyer and serving on significant boards like Lemoyne-Owen College and Soulsville. She discusses the challenges she faced as a young mother in law school, her passion for economic development and affordable housing, and the importance of self-care and community support. Vanecia's journey is a powerful testament to resilience, persistence, and the impact of giving back, offering invaluable inspiration and advice for young black women pursuing their dreams. Proudly sponsored by NIKE, Black Community Commitment
Dr. Joann Massey is the Vice President of Operations for EDGE, the Economic Development Growth Engine for Memphis and Shelby County. She is a recognized community leader with accolades such as 2023 MBJ Power 100, Memphis Business Journal Top 40 Under 40, Leadership Memphis Executive Class 2014 and Top Performer Shelby County Government. She received the 2019 Blaze Award for Economic Justice and the 2021 Memphis Power 30. She was also recognized by the Tri-State Defender as a 2017 Woman of Excellence, a 3V Leading Lady of Shelby County and was also awarded the 2017 Partnership Award by WBEC. She is a 2017 Rose Center Fellow for Equitable Economic Development. Dr. Massey has certifications in Economic Development from Harvard University, Executive Education Program; Managing Economic Development Organizations from the International Economic Development Council (IEDC); and as a Certified Compliance Administrator from Morgan State University. She is a graduate of Benedictine University, where she graduated summa cum laude with a Master degree in Business Administration (MBA) concentration in Finance. She holds a dual Bachelor of Business Administration and Finance degree from LeMoyne Owen College.https://edgemem.com/
LeMoyne Owen College is a four-year liberal arts college located in Memphis, TN that provides a transformative experience for students with a proud tradition of educating notable alumni. Last week I sat down for a live podcast at the historic Cossitt Library with Interim President, Dr. Christopher B. Davis, Director of Alumni Relations, Dr. June Chinn-Jointer and Emeritus Professor, Dr. Clarence Christian to have a conversation about the past, present and future of the institution. Situated in the heart of the historic Soulsville district, LeMoyne Owen College has always been a constant in the South Memphis community for education, mobilization and empowerment for blacks. Dating back to 1862, LeMoyne Owen College is Memphis' only historically black college and proud to be one of just over 100 such institutions remaining nation-wide. Take a listen as our distinguished panel discusses the founding and early years of LeMoyne Owen College and its significance within the HBCU community. The college faced many transformations over the years and was at the forefront of civil rights efforts in the city of Memphis. With a very strong alumni, many notable graduates have walked the halls of Steele Hall who continue to support and guide its direction. The college is currently revamping its brand now coined as "The Source" with a plethora of innovative initiatives underway. On this podcast, you will discover the strategic efforts in place for the growth and development of Memphis' only HBCU, LeMoyne Owen College.
LeMoyne Owen College is a four-year liberal arts college located in Memphis, TN that provides a transformative experience for students with a proud tradition of educating notable alumni. Last week I sat down for a live podcast at the historic Cossitt Library with Interim President, Dr. Christopher B. Davis, Director of Alumni Relations, Dr. June Chinn-Jointer and Emeritus Professor, Dr. Clarence Christian to have a conversation about the past, present and future of the institution. Situated in the heart of the historic Soulsville district, LeMoyne Owen College has always been a constant in the South Memphis community for education, mobilization and empowerment for blacks. Dating back to 1862, LeMoyne Owen College is Memphis' only historically black college and proud to be one of just over 100 such institutions remaining nation-wide.Take a listen as our distinguished panel discusses the founding and early years of LeMoyne Owen College and its significance within the HBCU community. The college faced many transformations over the years and was at the forefront of civil rights efforts in the city of Memphis. With a very strong alumni, many notable graduates have walked the halls of Steele Hall who continue to support and guide its direction. The college is currently revamping its brand now coined as "The Source" with a plethora of innovative initiatives underway. On this podcast, you will discover the strategic efforts in place for the growth and development of Memphis' only HBCU, LeMoyne Owen College.
Increasing diversity in the field of oncology is an ongoing task. Our next guest has made it her mission to increase those ranks as well as becoming the first African American woman to be a Brigadier General in the US Air Force. Dr. Edith Mitchell describes her early years growing up in rural Tennessee (2:52), the motivation for joining the Air Force in the 70's (7:33) and strategizing to increase ethnic diversity in medicine and oncology (16:53). Speaker Disclosures Dr. David Johnson: Consulting or Advisory Role – Merck, Pfizer, Aileron Therapeutics, Boston University Dr. Patrick Loehrer: Research Funding – Novartis, Lilly Foundation, Taiho Pharmaceutical Dr. Edith Mitchell: Leadership – Corvus; Honoraria - Sanofi, Exelixis; Consulting or Advisory Role Company - Genentech, Novartis, Merck, Bristol Myers Squib; Speakers' Bureau – Ipsen; Research Funding Company - Genentech, Sanofi Resources (related podcasts, courses or articles) If you liked this episode, please follow the show. To explore other educational content, including courses, visit education.asco.org. Contact us at education@asco.org. TRANSCRIPT Disclosures for this podcast are listed on the podcast page. Pat Loehrer: Welcome to Oncology, Etc., an ASCO Education Podcast. I'm Pat Loehrer, Director of Global Oncology and Health Equity at Indiana University. Dave Johnson: And I'm Dave Johnson, a Medical Oncologist at the University of Texas Southwestern in Dallas. If you're a regular listener to our podcast, welcome back. If you're new to Oncology, Etc., the purpose of the podcast is to introduce our listeners to interesting and inspirational people and topics in and outside the world of oncology. Pat Loehrer: Imagine knowing in your heart what you wanted to be in life. It usually takes people decades to figure that out, but our next guest knew at age three that she wanted to be a doctor and, later in high school, to be an oncologist. She's achieved much in her lifetime and has incorporated the "pay it forward" by mentoring many others. Dave Johnson: Our guest today is Dr. Edith Mitchell. I first met Edith over 40 years ago when we were both starting out our careers as junior faculty. She grew up in rural Tennessee, and as Pat mentioned, remarkably, she chose a career in oncology at a very early age in high school, despite the fact that oncology was barely a specialty at that time and the lack of role models, particularly role models of color, and women in particular. She received a Bachelor of Science degree in Biochemistry with distinction from Tennessee State University and a medical degree from the Medical College of Virginia and Richmond. In 1973, while still attending medical school, Edith joined the Air Force, receiving a commission through the Health Profession Scholarship Program, and eventually rose to the rank of Brigadier General. She completed a residency in internal medicine at Meharry Medical College in Nashville and a fellowship at Medical Oncology at Georgetown University. Her research interests are broad and involve new drug evaluation, development of new therapeutic regimens, combined modality therapy strategies, patient selection criteria, and supportive care for patients with gastrointestinal malignancies. She is the leader of the GI oncology program at Jefferson Medical College, Director of the Center to Eliminate Cancer Disparities, and Enterprise Vice President for Cancer Disparities at Jefferson's Sidney Kimmel Cancer Center. She's held a number of leadership positions, including those in ASCO, and she's a former president of the National Medical Association. I could go on forever. So, Edith, welcome, and thanks for joining us on Oncology, Etc. Dr. Edith Mitchell: And thank you so much for the invitation, Dave and Pat, it is a pleasure. Dave Johnson: You grew up on a farm, as I recall, in Tennessee. Perhaps you could tell us a little about your early life. Dr. Edith Mitchell: I grew up on a farm that my great grandfather's mother received about 1863 when the Emancipation Proclamation was made. I was the fifth child in my family. My parents were working, my older siblings were in school, so my great-grandparents were my babysitters, so I spent a lot of time with them. He was 89 at the time, became ill, and I overheard family members and neighbors say that they couldn't take him to the hospital because Blacks were not treated properly in the hospital, so they were going to take care of him at home. A physician made a house call. When he left, I told my great-grandfather, “Pa, when I grow up, I'll be a doctor just like Dr. Logan and I'll make sure you get good health care.” So, at three years, I decided I would become a doctor and I would make sure that Blacks received good health care. My work in disparity started when I was three. So, after my sophomore year in high school, there was a National Science Foundation program in Memphis at LeMoyne-Owen College. So, I applied and was accepted. And part of the time in Memphis that year, we were given opportunities to go to St. Jude. So my time at St. Jude made the decision that I would become an oncologist. I became really fascinated by cancers and in pathology, use of the microscope, and how cancers were all different, how they varied from the normal tissue for areas such as the colon or the stomach or the pancreas. Dave Johnson: It's amazing that that early in your life you made that kind of decision. Can I back up just one moment? I want to ask you briefly about the doctor that visited your great-grandfather, Dr. Logan. Dr. Edith Mitchell: Dr. Logan was a family physician, African American, and he had a great interest in Blacks being healthy. In fact, when the polio vaccine was made public, Blacks could only go one day per week because you couldn't go the times when whites were there. Dr. Logan obtained the vaccine and he would line the children up at his office. He gave me my first polio vaccine. He was a very handsome man. And, you know, Dave, I found out later that the medical school that he attended in Memphis was one of the ones closed as a result of the 1910 Flexner Report. So he had to go to Meharry in Nashville and take other courses to maintain his license to practice medicine. Pat Loehrer: Were you the first one to go into medicine? Tell me about that background and how your family influenced you personally. Dr. Edith Mitchell: Neither of my parents finished 8th grade, but they were very smart. They pushed their seven children to do well. They provided educational materials in our home and encouraged us to work and to take advantage of opportunities. Dave Johnson: Let's move forward a little bit. I thought I knew a lot about you, Edith, but I didn't realize that you were a Brigadier General. What was the motivation for joining the service in the ‘70s when you were at med school? Was it scholarship funding, or was there just patriotic zeal or a little of both? Dr. Edith Mitchell: My main objective was, for financial reasons - a scholarship covering all expenses of medical school, plus a monthly stipend. When I was in medical school, one of my laboratory instructors told me about this new scholarship program, and I said, "Okay, I just want to graduate from medical school." So he says, "Well, I know people in the surgeon general's office. I'll have them send you the information." He did, and I looked at it and didn't remember David, that my husband filled out the application. After my neurosciences final exam, I came home, and he says, "Your commission came in the mail today." So I said, "Okay." He says, "Well, I can swear you in. We can't do it at home because you have to have a witness. You take a nap, and then we're going out to job control, which was where all the aircraft controlled, the control room." We went there. We've got a picture of the swearing-in, and we then went to the officers club. It was Friday, and there were lots of people in his group from the Air Force Academy, from Citadel, Virginia Tech, and others. And they were all talking. "Yeah, Edith got a mail-order commission.” So I owed the Air Force two years, and I practiced at Andrews Air Force Base, which was the presidential squadron. You hear the president always leaving Andrews Air Force Base. So I think I was 29 maybe, but I was young, and here I was taking care of senators and other important people in government, and these are people I'd only seen on TV before. So I had a really good experience. I received many accolades, but also many letters from people for whom I cared for. And I was therefore invited to stay on in the Air Force, either go to Walter Reed or to San Antonio. I said, "No, I'm going to Georgetown." So one of the VIPs, if I mentioned his name, you would know, said and wrote a letter for me that the Air Force should give me whatever I wanted and whatever I needed to continue in the Air Force. So I received my Air Force pay while I was a fellow at Georgetown. So I stayed on. I got promoted early and engaged in Air Force work. I loved it, and I did well in that atmosphere and stayed on. After my second child was born, I decided I could not continue active duty and take care of two kids. So I left the Air Force, went to the University of Missouri, and someone called me one day and said, "You know, I hear you are at the University of Missouri now. Would you consider joining the National Guard?" I went, “ Joining the National Guard? Why would the National Guard want an oncologist?” And the information was, the Air National Guard wants good doctors, and you've got a great record. They invited me to St. Louis to just see the National Guard squadron there. I filled out the application while I was there and in a few days was appointed to the National Guard. So after being there for a few years, I was discussing with one of the higher-ranking people in the National Guard who was in Washington, but visiting St. Louis. He said to me, "You know, you've done great work." He had gone through my record, and he said, "And you know, you're one of the people being considered to be in a group for promotion. Promotion at that time meant that it was a higher rank." So he said, "There's one thing you don't have in your records, however, and other competitors in your group have." I said, "What's that?" “You haven't been to flight school.” I said, "Okay." He said, "And everybody who is going to be competing with you will have gone to flight school, and having a flight record will be an important part." So I was in my 40s. My oldest child was 14. I went to flight school and I got my certification, and obviously, I got promoted. And I am the first woman doctor to become a General in the history of the Air Force. And it was really interesting. I'm a Brigadier General. I'm invited to give a talk someplace, and there were lots of people there. So the person introducing me said, "And she is the first African American woman to become a General in the history of the United States Air Force." So I get up to speak and I thank him for this introduction. And I said, "Yes, I was the first Black woman physician to become a General. I said, but, you know, my ancestry says that I'm 30% something white. So I guess I was the first white woman, too." There was a big roar. But I loved every opportunity, and I worked hard at every opportunity. So when I was in the active duty Air Force, I was chief of the cancer center at Travis Air Force Base. So I made my application for research with the Northern California Oncology group, got, they said, one of the highest ratings of the applicants at that time. And I received a phone call from Air Force administration saying “Congratulations, but the Air Force cannot accept this funding from the National Cancer Institute.” There is a law saying you can't transfer money from one area of the government to the other, as they called it, a "gift," but it was a grant. So I call Phil Schein and I tell him about the situation. And he already knew that I had received a top report, and he knew that I had the grant before I knew. So he says, "Well, let's see what we can do.” Now, remember, Vince DeVita was the NCI Chair at that time and Dr. Rosenberg. At every ASCO meeting Phil, Vince, and Dr. Rosenberg would get together and they would bring their fellows. And Bill said, “Let me see what I can do.'" So somebody at NCI made some things happen. And I got this call from Saul Rosenberg. "Edith, congratulations." So I said, "Well, thank you, but I didn't expect a phone call from you." And he says, "Well, there have been some changes. Your grant, the face sheet has been changed." I said, "Oh.” Pat Loehrer: Your husband again. Dr. Edith Mitchell: I can't say who or what, but it had Stanford on it. So my grant went to Stanford. I'm sure they appreciated the kick you get. But Dr. Rosenberg said, "Your grant is now Stanford. We're setting up an account for you at Stanford, and the funding goes to Stanford.” So I had people working for me at the Air Force Cancer Center who were Stanford employees. Dave Johnson: Edith, there are still too few African American and particularly African American men in medicine. What's your perspective on that? Dr. Edith Mitchell: I think that many people are not given opportunities, and I've been concerned about Blacks and other racial and ethnic minorities not entering medicine, and particularly regarding oncology. So fewer than 5% of all practicing physicians in this country identify as Black. Little more than 5% identify as Hispanic. And I've been trying to do something about that. So ECOG-ACRIN has been very good about allowing me, and I set up with others, but I was the lead, a program for individuals - they could either be medical students, residents, fellows, or early faculty - to attend ECOG-ACRIN. And as a result of that program, we identified 12 individuals for each of the two ECOG-ACRIN annual meetings. We bring people in, and that has been a success. There's one person I introduced when she was a resident, she then did a fellowship in oncology, and it is now in her first year as faculty. And we have students mainly from Tennessee State. I do maintain very close relationships with Tennessee State, and I have the first Tennessee State student who has just been admitted to medical school at Jefferson. So trying to work with them. As a result of my work with the National Medical Association and the International Myeloma Foundation, we have a group of medical students that have been mentored for oncology. Whether they will become oncologists, I don't know, but they all 12 are doing well in medical school, and with some anticipation they might select oncology as their area of specialty. We set them up with an individual mentor, various oncologists around the country, and they have conducted research with their mentor. So I'm doing things that I think will be helpful to individuals. And I think we're not giving Blacks enough opportunities. Even in entering medical school, the number of Blacks entering most majority medical schools is still very low. Somewhere nine or ten students per year, Blacks entering medical schools. And also there has been a study conducted by the ACGME, which is the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education, looking at graduate studies in oncology. Do you know that most of the oncologists have been trained at a few medical schools? And there are, I think it was 109 programs did not have a single minority student in the fellowship program. And that's terrible. I think that all fellowship programs should have some racial or ethnic fellows in their programs. Dave Johnson: Yeah. One of the disturbing statistics that I've read from the AAMC is that the number of African American men applying to medical school in 2023 and 2022 is actually less than the number that applied in the ‘70s. It's puzzling to me why we've not been able to attract young men into the medical profession, and perhaps it's because there's a sense of not being wanted or encouraged into the profession. More African American women are applying, but even that number is small, at least in terms of the increase in what we've seen. Pat Loehrer: Edith. You're also the Associate Director of Diversity Affairs at the Sidney Kimmel Cancer Center. What does the recent Supreme Court decision against Harvard in terms of admissions policy, how are you viewing that now at Jefferson? Dr. Edith Mitchell: So I think that the Supreme Court decision certainly was disappointing, but it is what it is, and we've got to deal with it. That is the Supreme Court. So my suggestion and what I am telling students that they have to do, you do have the essay. So when I applied to medical school, I did not talk about Dr. Logan, my growing up on the farm, or my parents not finishing 8th grade. But if I were applying to medical school now, I would use all of that background to include in my essay. And the Supreme Court didn't say that you couldn't include that information in your essay. It said the schools could not use your racial background as a part of the equation, but your letter is still there, and therefore, I would include all of that in the essay, so that you do have an advantage. We've just got to be able to do what we've got to do, not put the university or the medical school at risk because of the Supreme Court decision. But there's nothing in that decision that says you can't include that information in your letter. Dave Johnson: I have one question. What career advice would you offer your younger self? If you could speak to your 30-year-old self based on your knowledge, experience, what career advice would you give yourself? Dr. Edith Mitchell: So the one thing that I did not do when I was about 30 years old and I'm not sure I even knew about it, I think I could have done more in health policy, and the one thing that I have not done is become a White House fellow. And that's usually early in your career plan. But I think my research would have suffered had I done that. And I still say I don't know that I made bad choices. Dave Johnson: No, you didn't make bad choices. Knowing you, you could have been a White House fellow and done everything else you did. Pat Loehrer: And your husband did not make a bad choice either. Dave Johnson: Evidently not. Pat Loehrer: Edith, thank you so much for joining us. You've had such an incredible life, and it's so rich, and we deeply appreciate your spending time with us. I want to also thank all our listeners of Oncology, Etc, which is an ASCO Education Podcast. This is as you know, where we talk about oncology medicine and everything else. If you have an idea for a topic or guest you'd like to see on the show, please email us at education@asco.org. To stay up to date with the latest episodes and explore other educational content, visit education.asco.org. The purpose of this podcast is to educate and to inform. This is not a substitute for professional medical care and is not intended for use in the diagnosis or treatment of individual conditions. Guests on this podcast express their own opinions, experience, and conclusions. Guest statements on the podcast do not express the opinions of ASCO. The mention of any product, service, organization, activity, or therapy should not be construed as an ASCO endorsement.
Join us this Sunday in welcoming guest preacher Rev. Dr. Rosalyn R. Nichols. Roz is the organizing pastor of Freedom's Chapel Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) in Memphis, TN. She is a native of Memphis, TN and proud to have graduated with honors from the historic Booker T. Washington High School and LeMoyne Owen College.
Dr. Christine McPhail is an accomplished academic leader and the current President of Saint Augustine's University (SAU). Prior to assuming the presidency at Saint Augustine's University in Raleigh, North Carolina, she served as the Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs at Lemoyne-Owen College in Memphis, Tennessee. She has also held academic leadership positions at several other institutions, including Tennessee State University and Clark Atlanta University. Dr. McPhail's educational background includes a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Social Work from Clark Atlanta University, a Master of Social Work (MSW) from Atlanta University, and a Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) from Tennessee State University. She is deeply committed to empowering and educating students, particularly those from underserved communities, and has a passion for creating transformative educational experiences. Under her leadership, Saint Augustine's University continues to strive for academic excellence, student success, and community engagement. Dr. McPhail's vision and dedication contribute to the university's mission of preparing students for leadership, service, and lifelong learning.Join The Bros on this story telling journey about one of the oldest HBCUS in the country. Join The Bros on this story telling journey about one of the oldest HBCU in the country. 9191-714-9905 www.brocodetvproductions.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thebrocodeshow/message
Dr. Vernell Bennett-Fairs began her tenure as the 13th president of LeMoyne-Owen College on January 5, 2021. Dr. Bennett-Fairs is the second woman chosen to lead the only historically black college in Memphis, TN. Dr. Bennett-Fairs' career spans 26 years in higher education. She is a trained vocalist and orator who has served as an associate professor and college administrator. However, her most cherished role is that of student advocate. Previously, Dr. Bennett-Fairs served as the Vice President for Student Affairs at Delta State University. A native of Lorain, Ohio, Dr. Bennett-Fairs began her postsecondary career at Kentucky State University as a non-tenure tract Instructor of Music. Dr. Bennett-Fairs' career spanned 20 years at KSU where her final role was as the Vice President for Student Affairs. Dr. Bennett-Fairs is a HBUC alum of Fisk University where she sang and traveled worldwide with the esteemed Jubilee Singers. She also joined the Pi Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. while attending Fisk. Take a listen as Dr. Bennett-Fairs discusses her journey as a Fisk University Jubilee Singer, leadership in higher education and her outlook both personally and professionally in the next ten years.
Eureka McAfee is a South Memphis native who is currently the Principal at Alcy Elementary School. She is a graduate of LeMoyne Owen College and member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. Eureka begins the podcast with how the two of us first met when she and Coach Nedra Brown came to Millington, TN on a volleyball recruitment visit. McAFee talks about growing up in South Memphis being very active in sports and dance. She later matriculated to LeMoyne Owen College majoring in Education while playing volleyball. After graduation, Eureka began her teaching journey at Carnes Elementary pouring into the kindergartdners. Fast forward over two decades later, Eureka is now the Principal at Alcy Elementary providing value and structure. Eureka's gift of connecting with her students and staff is evident and recognized by MSCS. She has been coined "The Rapping Principal" and her videos have gone viral over the internet. Tap in to Eureka's amazing journey and discover how she's making a difference in the Memphis education system and beyond.
Cleveland, Ohio native, Jarrett Stephens, is the Athletic Director and the Men's Head Basketball Coach at Southwest TN Community College. Jarrett shares his story of often being the only black person growing up in the suburbs of Cleveland. His senior year he and his mom attended a HBCU College Fair where he was recruited on a choir and baseball scholarship to LeMoyne Owen College. Stephens shares that there was a culture shift he adjusted to when first arriving in Memphis. He spoke about the many relationships formed and bonds created with students, staff and fraternity brothers of Omega Psi Phi while receiving his HBCU experience. It was his senior year in college when Jarrett began his basketball coaching journey in the AAU arena. Next, he gained experience coaching in high school and college environments traveling from Atlanta, Memphis and eventually landed at Florida A&M University. Jarrett even served as NBA skills trainer with IMG Academy at one point. Fast forward to 2023 where Stephens is now leading the Saluqi men's basketball team as the Head Coach and Athletic Director. Jarrett breaks down the holistic culture he's instituted within his program based on academics, athletics, mental health, community service and social awareness. One of the biggest lessons he's learned is the delicate balance of walking in his purpose when it comes to family and coaching. You'll discover why "Sweat Now, Smile Later" has been his motto throughout his life. Learn all about Jarrett's journey full of adjustments, sacrifices and divine placement.
Kelvin "York" Brown is the owner and master trainer at IAmFitness Memphis LLC training center and the founder of non-profit Boyz To Men Strength Training and Mentoring Program. Kelvin has been in the fitness industry for over twenty years focusing on nutritional science. I was able to witness him in action at his boot camp session this past Saturday for an on location podcast. It was fascinating to see the connection he has with his clients consisting of women and men averaging ages 40 and up. Once the boot camp was complete, Kelvin sat down with me to discuss his journey. Kelvin moved to Memphis from New York to play basketball with Coach Johnson at LeMoyne Owen College in the mid 90's. He pledged Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Inc. and became a huge presence on campus. Kelvin dives deep on the podcast sharing that he went into depression after he graduated college suffering from the loss of his mother. As a result, he attempted suicide and spent time in prison. These ultimate lows shaped Kelvin into the man he is today. He's extremely passionate about nutritional science and opened IAmFitness LLC training center. Kelvin's program focuses on managing exercise and nutrition. He does not want his clients to be dependent on prescribed medicine therefore he teaches the methods to live a healthy lifestyle. Kelvin and I also discussed the reason why he started his Boyz to Men Mentoring Program and the importance of these young men having a positive role model in their lives. We also talk about the Tyre Nichols death where this 29yr old young man was killed by black Memphis police officers. Be sure to tune in and listen to Kelvin "York" Brown's on location podcast and email iamfitnessmemphis@gmail.com for a free assessment.
Coach Will Jones shares his journey from growing up in Moncks Corner, South Carolina to being a Head Coach at the NCAA Division I level. After playing college basketball at South Carolina State he accepted a Graduate Assistant position at Tennessee State. After earning his Master's Degree from Tennessee State, he accepted an Assistant Coach position at Lemoyne-Owen College during the 2005-06 season. He would return to South Carolina State as an Assistant Coach, after one season his Head Coach was let go and the staff wasn't retained either. Coach Jones joined the NJCAA ranks at what is now known as Northwest Florida State College. The program went 48-11 during his two years on staff. He accepted a Head Coach position at Motlow State but they declined it so that he could join the coaching staff at Charleston Southern. From Charleston Southern he continued down south to Florida, to coach Jacksonville University under Cliff Warren. After Coach Warren wasn't retained he became a first-time Head Coach at West Nassau High School, and the following season he returned to the college ranks at Florida A&M during the 2015-16 season under Bryon Samuels. In July of 2016 and joined the coaching staff at North Carolina A&T. He served under Coach Jay Joyner's coaching staff and was instrumental in the Aggies having one of the best turnarounds in NCAA Division I history. N.C. A&T improved by 17 games from the 2016-17 to the 2017-18 season after going 20-15 overall. Coach Joyner promoted him to Associate HC prior to the 2018 season, and then in December of 2019 Coach Joyner was suspended indefinitely and he was announced as the Aggies Interim Head Coach. Coach Jones went on to be named the MEAC Coach of the Year as an Interim HC. This past August Coach Jones and North Carolina A&T parted ways, he finished his tenure with a a 37-35 overall recording including leading the Aggies to a MEAC regular season championship during the 2020-2021 campaign. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/beyondtheboxscore/support
Brandon and Dimari sit Rockstar turned Ford Model turned Engineer turned Father, Ray Francis side by side with Serial Entrepreneur, Dakari "Gyasi" Thurmon to discuss their upbringings, Steve Bannon, HBCUs vs PWIs, Growing up around Deion "Primetime" Sanders, making money in the music industry and much more. THANK YOU • PLEASE SUBSCRIBE • TURN ON NOTIFICATIONS • REVIEW • LIKE • SHARE Connect with Dakari "Gyasi" ThurmonInstagram: www.instagram.com/kinggyasiCigar Instagram: www.instagram.com/gcigarsCompany: https://nurocglobal.com/Connect with Ray Francis Instagram: www.instagram.com/rfrancis823Sponsors:Black Swan Financial Group - www.BlackSwanFinancialGroup.comEase Web Development - www.easewebdev.comJennifer Catherine Photography - www.jennifercatherinephotography.comCopyright Eleusis Media Group, LLC, ALL RIGHTS RESERVED 2022 | www.eleusismediagroup.com | www.sidexsidepodcast.comInstagram | https://www.instagram.com/sidexsidepod/ Twitter | https://www.twitter.com/sidexsidepodTikTok | https://www.tiktok.com/@sidexsidepodYoutube | https://youtube.com/@sidexsidepodcast@RIZZOfeels | https://www.instagram.com/rizzofeels/ | https://www.twitter.com/rizzofeels@JudahClan | https://www.judahclan.comTag #SidexSidePodcast to join in on the conversation!Music by: Brandon RizzoChapters0:00 | Previews0:18 | Opening Title1:19 | This or That?3:35 | RAPID FIRE Ray Francis, Rock & Roll, 6:27 | RAPID FIRE Gyasi, Non-Binary10:48 | Ray's Upbringing from Virgin Islands to Brooklyn, NY, Michigan Technological University, Engineering and Rock Band, Double Good Popcorn21:08 | Gyasi's Upbringing in Gary, IN to Texas to Atlanta, Entrepreneurship, GoSayHello App, 30:11| Ford Modeling Agency, Paid Gigs, Where's The Money is Music?, 52:05 | ALLEGEDLY QUESTION*** Steve Bannon56:01 | HBCUs vs WPIs, LeMoyne Owen College, 1:07:02 | Growing Up Around Celebrities, Steve Hudson, Freddie Gibbs, Helping Other Artists 1:14:21 | NBA Finalist Predictions1:22:05 | Closing RemarksAd Black Swan Financial Group - www.BlackSwanFinancialGroup.comAd Ease Web Development - www.easewebdev.com
Getting signed to a college sports team is a dream for many Native athletes. It appeals to the competitive spirit and can be a major higher education financial boost. But it comes with responsibilities, pressures, and the possibility for injury. Today on Native America Calling, Shawn Spruce explores what it takes to reach and sustain NCAA status with Bennae Calac (Pauma Band of Luiseno Indians), co-founder, president, and executive director of the 7G Foundation; Zach Blankenship (Cherokee and Navajo), freshman at Oklahoma State University; and Amil Mitchell (Nez Perce), shooting guard for LeMoyne-Owen College.
Terrell Strayhorn is an academic at heart. Currently, he is Professor of Higher Education and Women's, Gender & Sexuality Studies at Illinois State University, where he also directs the PhD program in the Department of Educational Administration & Foundations (EAF). Previously, he has served on the faculty and administration at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville; The Ohio State University; LeMoyne-Owen College, and, most recently, Virginia Union University (VUU) as Provost and Senior Vice President of Academic Affairs. Since 2017, Terrell has been President/CEO of Do Good Work Educational Consulting Group, working with hundreds of colleges, universities, districts, and agencies on “moving the needle” on diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging outcomes for staff and students. https://terrellstrayhorn.com/ Terrell loves to write. He has published 11 books and over 200 book chapters, journal articles and other scholarly publications. He believes strongly in connecting research findings to addressing broader social problems and putting research to practice, thus, he frequently writes Op-Eds, letters to editors, and blogs. Just as much as writing, Terrell loves sharing ideas with others. He has given hundreds of invited keynotes and lectures at 1000+ universities, schools, companies, churches, and conferences across the globe. What drives this passion is the ability to connect his research and talents to address some of the world's greatest needs, especially in education. On a more personal note, Terrell is an accomplished musician, vegan
South Memphis native Chris McNeil a.k.a. DJ Superman keeps Memphis motivated as the voice of middays at KXHT Hot 107.1FM in addition to the producer of the Morning Show Hustle. Growing up at College and Mclemore street, DJ Superman had a close connection with the community with both Stax and LeMoyne Owen College nearby. He followed his mother's footsteps and attended both Memphis Catholic High School and later matriculated to LeMoyne Owen College where he pledged Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Inc. His father, mother and uncle exposed him to a plethora of music at a very young age taking him to jazz concerts in addition to Prince, Rick James and Parliament shows. Once he entered into the radio space, DJ Superman had a musically trained ear for all genres. Take a listen as DJ Superman shares plenty of gems encompassing history, music and Memphis. You can also catch DJ Superman at his new residency in downtown Memphis every Thursday and Friday night from 6-9pm at Caption by Hyatt Beale Street for "The Corporate Connection."
Gilbert Earl Patterson was an American Holiness Pentecostal leader and minister who served as the National Presiding Bishop and Founder of the Bountiful Blessings Ministries and Chief Apostle of the Church of God in Christ, Incorporated. Bishop Patterson is a learned minister. He has studied at the Detroit Bible Institute, and LeMoyne Owen College in Memphis, Tennessee. He holds an honorary Doctorate from Oral Roberts University and is the president of the Charles H. Mason Bible College of Tennessee Fourth Jurisdiction in Memphis, Tennessee. Bishop Patterson is the publisher of Bountiful Blessings Magazine and a contributing writer in the Spirit Filled life Bible (King James Version) published by Thomas Nelson Publishers and edited by Dr. Jack W. Hayford. In July 2002, Whitaker House Publishers released Bishop Patterson's first book entitled "Here Comes The Judge".
Born Denisha Bonner, Cookie901 is a female Hip-Hop artist emerging from the asperous streets of Memphis, Tn. Her musical sound clinches tightly onto her city's roots as she embarks upon the music industry, giving transparency and authenticity. As an adolescent, luminaries such as Memphis natives Gangsta Boo, Playa Fly, and Yo Gotti, fueled her passion of journaling to evolve into a love for bass and bars! Years laters while attending her hometown HBCU, LeMoyne Owen College, she procured the attention of many and built a local following. She quickly propelled to viral fame on social media in 2015-2018 thanks to a series of freestyle covers and live videos. In 2018, She established herself as one to reckon with in the Memphis underground rap scene as she collaborated with videographer extraordinaire WikidFilms to debut her first music visual to her Bloc Boy JB “Rover” freestyle. Despite her rising notability she also received a Bachelor of Science degree in Criminal Justice in 2018 from her hometown HBCU, Lemoyne Owen College. In 2019, she released head banging singles “Trap” and “Ima Dog” which gave a southern flavor the game had been lacking. In 2020, she continued to deliver music that became testimonials of heartache and resilience in singles like “No More” and “Hammer”. Unwittingly, her transparency on social media captivated the eyes of over 4.5 million viewers as she spoke on personal relationship matters and narcissism. She then began to use her platform to become an advocate of self-love, awareness, and a safe place for real women to bask in their femininity. After a year long mental hiatus she returned rejuvenated and dedicated to giving her fans the best version of herself. In her latest single and summer smash “Let's Go” she proclaims herself as “Ms. Good in Any Hood”. With many hidden talents and aspirations, Cookie901 is destined for greatness. Her 2022 lineup is sure to take her music career to the next level!
A native of Arkansas, The Rev. Dr. Chris Davis has been the senior pastor of the historic St. Paul Baptist Church in Memphis, Tennessee now for more than 20 years. He is also a professor and associate dean at Memphis Theological Seminary and the president of the Tennessee Baptist Missionary and Educational Convention. Being such a lifelong learner, he has a doctoral degree from United Theological Seminary and is presently completing his Ph.D. in leadership at Anderson University.Dr. Davis is a busy man! He absolutely loves the Lord and his family and is a consummate pastor-scholar. In addition to all his other commitments, he serves on the Board of Trustees at Lemoyne-Owen College and West Africa Theological Seminary in Lagos, Nigeria, where he is also an adjust professor of preaching. ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Connect with TWU Student MinistriesFollow us on Instagram
Tigers beat writers Steven Johnson and Frank Bonner discuss men's basketball's exhibition win against Lemoyne-Owen College and how the off week can help the football team.
Bonzi Wells was recently named head coach of LeMoyne-Owen College, an HBCU school in Memphis. As a player, he was a hard nosed bucket that could score in all phases on offense. Bonzi lit it up at the mid-major program, Ball State, before ending up a Portland Trailblazer in 1998.Always part of contending teams, Bonzi was most often misunderstood as a player. It's something that stuck with Bonzi throughout his career, but taking a closer look, he was a team player that produced in winning systems. Now, as Penny points out, what people did not see in Bonzi, are what franchises recognize in upside and consistency. While the perception didn't meet the reality, Bonzi has found his lane to success in the game as a coach.PRESENTED BY BETTER HELPFollow Two CentsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/iam1cent/?hl=enTwitter: https://twitter.com/Iam1Cent?s=20A ONE CENT MEDIA PRODUCTIONIN ASSOCIATION WITH SPRINGFIELD MEDIASee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
On this episode is LeMoyne-Owen College Computer Science graduate and incoming APM at Lyft, Methembe Moyo who hails Bulawayo. In Zimbabwe, he attended John Tallach High and Thornhill. You can follow him on instagram: @methembe7 Also follow @byo_memes and @emziniwecode Transcript 0:31 Guest intro 1:39 How it feels to be done with college 2:58 Reality vs expectations of what college would be like 3:11 A brief autobiography of Methembe From John Tallach to Thornhill to UZ to LeMoyne-Owen College 9:00 Relating to the black/ African-american experience 10:27 What are you most proud of, looking at the past 3 months? 15:02 Never have I ever..... 24:12 Differences between experiences at John Tallach and at Thornhill High School 27:54 Role as an Associate Product Manager at Lyft 36:00 What do you want people to know about the city of Bulawayo? --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/nyashazimunhu/message
What Is https://capeohio.org/ (CAPE Ohio)? As citizen advocates, they defend the concept of public education as envisioned by the nation's founders. At the same time, they seek the transformation that will improve and advance learning so that all students thrive. In this episode, we explore the issues facing our local school systems and why attempted reforms are failing. Ohio's educational system has not been funded at the appropriate level, directed by the Ohio Supreme Court, for decades. A free public education is a founding principle of the U.S., and the platform for our children to grow, excel, and succeed in a chosen career for decades. However, children spend too much of their class time studying for high-stakes state exams. The questions surrounding our educational system are difficult, and the actions needed are critical. Our guests are https://capeohio.org/about/our-organizers/ (Dr. James Bishop), a retired educational administrator. He is the former Dean of Students Amherst College, former Director of Ohio State University's Young Scholars Program, former interim President and Chairman of the Board of Trustees of LeMoyne-Owen College, former Vice Provost for University Life at the University of Pennsylvania. Dr. Bishop received his BS degree from LeMoyne-Owen College and PhD in Chemistry from MIT. And https://capeohio.org/about/our-organizers/ (Dr. Margaret Kasten), who is a retired mathematics educator. She served as a high school mathematics teacher and an elementary mathematics supervisor and was a mathematics consultant at the Ohio Department of Education. She was a faculty member at Ohio State University, as well as Director of the Ohio Resource Center for Mathematics, Science and Reading. Her bachelor's and master's degrees are from the University of Missouri and her PhD is from The Ohio State University. Dr. Bishop gives us an overview of the founding catalyst of CAPE Ohio. The members of the group are all educators in their previous careers. The CAPE Ohio Vision statement discusses both the need for education to be adaptive, as well as the need for developing children as individuals. Dr. Kasten talks about a more comprehensive picture of this organization. It's purpose and what they hope to accomplish. CAPE Ohio has 14 fundamental principles to guide school systems toward a new vision. We review the basic changes CAPE Ohio addresses, such as why schools should not be viewed as a business, as well as education as a commodity. The organization views schools as the place for children to grow their intellect and their potential, which will prepare them for their future. The background on these concepts are part of the 14 fundamental principles as well. During this incredible year of pandemic disruption of our school programs, an outcry from many was to stop the assessment system, as children were doomed to failure. However, even before this pandemic CAPE Ohio believed that the assessment process was flawed. We talk about what assessments should look like. Although funding is not CAPE Ohio's primary issue, it is a huge issue in Ohio. For decades, Ohio's legislative bodies have avoided the Supreme Court ruling on funding for our schools. CAPE Ohio addresses the issues of both equality of school programs across the state, but also equality of public school programs in comparison to charter school programs. CAPE Ohio documents the many issues regarding the training and professional development of teachers and administrators, and the importance of continued learning/training. Both Dr. Bishop and Dr. Kasten provides a synopsis of what expectations we should have of educators. And what educators should be receiving from their school systems. One item we cannot forget is the issue of accountability for the success of our children and the educational system. Parents want to be sure their children are learning, and taxpayers want to be sure the funding is properly utilized. What does...
Episode Notes On the next Real Talk; It's an hour worth your time! Guests include the new President of Lemoyne Owen College, Vernell Bennett-Fairs. She will talk about her plans for school and why she decided it was the place for her. Danette Stokes, President, United Education Association of Shelby County joins me to discuss the escalating noise about a return to the classroom for students and teachers. Finally, Todd Richardson, president, Crosstown concourse gives us a history lesson about its past and present. Its all Monday, 6-7 pm on 91.7 WYXR FM, the Tunein app and WYXR.ORG. Now go tell somebody!
On this episode, Shelby County Board of Commissioners Chairman, Mark Billingsley is joined by Dr. Carol Johnson-Dean, Interim President at Lemoyne-Owen College, as they discuss: The closing of college campuses in 2020 due to COVID-19. The amazing ways in which Lemoyne-Owen College benefits the community in Memphis and Shelby County The pros and cons of reopening campus in the fall during the pandemic The plans and preparations in place for the 2020-21 academic year.
President Carol Johnson-Dean talks about how the gift came to be on this week's edition of The Extra Podcast, as well as the critical role LeMoyne plays for students who most often are first generation college students.
This episode of the Amazing Cities and Towns Podcast, Jim Hunt interviews Vince Williams, Mayor of Union City, GA. Attracting show business to your city How to create a shared vision for your city or town How to recover from a major business loss The power of building relationships to get thru tough times Using celebration of small victories to gain excitement about a larger vision Utilizing real estate to grow a Applying lessons from other down turns to recovering from the COVID-19 Special Mentions: Joe Buscaino, President of the National League of Cities Kathy Manus Georgia Municipal Association iThrive Christian Church Ching's Hot Wings in Memphis, Tennessee Doug Echols, Former Mayor of Rock Hill, South Carolina National League of Cities Union City, Georgia 7 Steps to an Amazing City: Attitude Motivation Attention to Detail Zing Inclusiveness Neighborhood Empowerment Green Awareness Thanks for listening and look forward to having you join us for the next episode. Links Mentions During Show: NLC.Org AmazingCities.org LocalGovPodcasts.com About Vince Williams: Williams is serving his second term as the mayor of Union City. He previously served two terms on the city council of Union City. Williams is the second vice president of the Georgia Municipal Association and sits on the board of directors of the National League of Cities. He is an associate pastor at iTHRIVE Christian Church. Williams earned a bachelor's degree from Lemoyne-Owen College. He and his wife, Sharon, have one child and live in Union City. About Your Host, Jim Hunt: Welcome to the “Building Amazing Cities and Towns Podcast” … The podcast for Mayors, Council Members, Managers, Staff and anyone who is interested in building an Amazing City. Your host is Jim Hunt, the author of “Bottom Line Green, How American Cities are Saving the Planet and Money Too” and his latest book, “The Amazing City - 7 Steps to Creating an Amazing City” Jim is also the former President of the National League of Cities, 27 year Mayor, Council Member and 2006 Municipal Leader of the Year by American City and County Magazine. Today, Jim speaks to 1000's of local government officials each year in the US and abroad. Jim also consults with businesses that are bringing technology and innovation to local government. Amazing City Resources: Buy Jim's Popular Books: The Amazing City: 7 Steps to Creating an Amazing City: https://www.amazingcities.org/product-page/the-amazing-city-7-steps-to-creating-an-amazing-city Bottom Line Green: How America's Cities and Saving the Planet (And Money Too) https://www.amazingcities.org/product-page/bottom-line-green-how-america-s-cities-are-saving-the-planet-and-money-too FREE White Paper: “10 Steps to Revitalize Your Downtown” AmazingCities.org/10-Steps Hire Jim to Speak at Your Next Event: Tell us about your event and see if dates are available at AmazingCities.org/Speaking Hire Jim to Consult with Your City or Town: Discover more details at https://www.amazingcities.org/consulting Discuss Your Business Opportunity/Product to Help Amazing Cities: Complete the form at https://www.amazingcities.org/business-development Develop a Podcast for Your Amazing City: Discover more at LocalGovPodcasts.com Request a Podcast Launch Kit at LocalGovPodcasts.com/launchkit
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