Podcasts about Talladega College

#DrKenyattaCavil #SportsLab #HBCUsports"Inside the HBCU Sports Lab" episode 666 with Doc, Charles, Bryan Fulford and AD Drew discussing the latest HBCU news and sports.Special guest: Emmy Award Winner Perry White from the Jaguar JournalTOPICS:Black College Nines Crowns National Champs With Final Top 10 Poll of 2025 Bethune-Cookman University and Talladega College claim Black College Nines 2025 Baseball Crowns. Bethune-Cookman Set to Open NCAA Tournament Play at Tallahassee Regional from SWAC.orgFour Coppin State Eagles Earn Spots at NCAA East Regional Preliminaries from MEACSports.com UMES freshmen duo prepare for NCAA East Region Championships from MEACSports.com Morgan State's Dante Jackson Earns Spot in NCAA East First Round from MEACSports.com Five NCCU Eagles Qualify for NCAA Outdoor Track & Field East First Round from MEACSports.com MEAC to Host 2025 Football Media Day at M&T Bank Stadium in Baltimore from MEACSports.com Future of CIAA basketball tournament has been decided. Where will it be? From HBCUSports.com @InsidetheHBCUSportsLab on Facebook Live and Spreaker.‬Contributions welcome at CashApp $JafusCavil

"Inside the HBCU Sports Lab" episode 666 with Doc, Charles, Bryan Fulford and AD Drew discussing the latest HBCU news and sports.Special guest: Emmy Award Winner Perry White from the Jaguar JournalTOPICS:Black College Nines Crowns National Champs With Final Top 10 Poll of 2025 Bethune-Cookman University and Talladega College claim Black College Nines 2025 Baseball Crowns. Bethune-Cookman Set to Open NCAA Tournament Play at Tallahassee Regional from SWAC.orgFour Coppin State Eagles Earn Spots at NCAA East Regional Preliminaries from MEACSports.com UMES freshmen duo prepare for NCAA East Region Championships from MEACSports.com Morgan State's Dante Jackson Earns Spot in NCAA East First Round from MEACSports.com Five NCCU Eagles Qualify for NCAA Outdoor Track & Field East First Round from MEACSports.com MEAC to Host 2025 Football Media Day at M&T Bank Stadium in Baltimore from MEACSports.com Future of CIAA basketball tournament has been decided. Where will it be? From HBCUSports.com @InsidetheHBCUSportsLab on Facebook Live and Spreaker.‬Contributions welcome at CashApp $JafusCavil#DrKenyattaCavil #SportsLab #HBCUsports

Bryan and A.D. recap the latest news and transactions from the past week in the HBCU Sporting Diaspora, as well as look ahead to what is to come.Guest: Bethune-Cookman head baseball coach, Johnny Hernandez... Bethune-Cookman wins the SWAC Baseball Regular Season on the last day of the season. https://swac.org/news/2025/5/18/baseb...... The teams and seeding is set for the 2025 SWAC Baseball Tournament at Rickwood Stadium in Birmingham, Ala.https://swac.org/news/2025/5/18/swac-... ... Albany State won a historic first game in the NCAA Division-II Baseball Regionals against Lynn University.https://asugoldenrams.com/news/2025/5...... Talladega College won their first game in the NAIA Baseball Regionals, but lost a pair of close games to end their season.https://talladegatornadoes.com/news/2...... Howard Softball season comes to an end after a pair of losses to Duke and Coastal Carolina in the NCAA Regionals.https://meacsports.com/news/2025/5/18...... Jackson State Softball season ends in a competitive 2-1 game against Belmont in the Tuscaloosa NCAA Regionals.https://gojsutigers.com/news/2025/5/1...... Texas Southern Men and Florida A&M Women win the SWAC Outdoor Track Championships.... Norfolk State Men and Howard Women win the MEAC Outdoor Track Championships.... North Carolina A&T Men won the CAA Outdoor Track Championships, while the Hampton and NCAT women finished 2nd and 3rd in the CAA Outdoor Track Championships.Follow the BCSN on X/Twitter, Facebook and Instagram (@MyBCSN1)Follow the SportsWrap on FaceBook (Facebook.com/BCSNSportsWrap)Follow Bryan on X/Twitter (@DrB365)Follow AD on X/Twitter (@BCSNDrew)We ask that you at least follow us on all social media, download our app and share it with a few friends! We hope to continue to be your largest producer of HBCU sports for another 25 years and beyond!Facebook Pages: @MyBCSN1 | @BCSNSportsWrap | @OandGStrikeZoneTwitter.com/MyBCSN1Instagram.com/MyBCSN1 Watch our feeds on the Internet at www.MyBCSN.net. Podcast of all Black College Sports Network shows are available on all podcast platforms such as Spotify, iHeart Radio, Amazon Music, Apple Podcast and more. Search, "BCSNPodzone".Make a donation to the show via Cash App - $MyJBNMyBCSN#HBCUSports #SWACBSB #HBCUBaseball

Today we'll talk about Tuberville and swatting, Britt and Fetterman, and S. Epatha Merkerson's gift for Talladega College. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

4.10.2025 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: House passes SAVE Act, MAGA budget blueprint passes, HBCU Talladega College,Black Voters Matter doc Two crucial votes out of the House today...The Safeguard American Voter Eligibility or SAVE Act is a major voter suppression measure that, if it becomes law, will disenfranchise millions of eligible voters and badly undermine U.S. democracy. A budget blueprint for the MAGA agenda passed the House after Republican leaders scrambled to convince GOP holdouts who want deeper spending cuts to back it. We'll discuss how this budget could dismantle social security. An Alabama HBCU rebounds from financial struggles. Talladega College Interim President Dr. Walter Kimbrough will be here to explain how his stable leadership is providing a bright future for one of Alabama's oldest HBCUs. Black Voters Matter Co-founders will be here to talk about the organization's documentary, "Love, Joy, and Power: Tools for Liberation." I'll also introduce you to the co-hosts of Black Star Network's new show, "The Other Side of Change." #BlackStarNetwork partner: Fanbasehttps://www.startengine.com/offering/fanbase This Reg A+ offering is made available through StartEngine Primary, LLC, member FINRA/SIPC. This investment is speculative, illiquid, and involves a high degree of risk, including the possible loss of your entire investment. You should read the Offering Circular (https://bit.ly/3VDPKjD) and Risks (https://bit.ly/3ZQzHl0) related to this offering before investing. Download the #BlackStarNetwork app on iOS, AppleTV, Android, Android TV, Roku, FireTV, SamsungTV and XBox http://www.blackstarnetwork.com The #BlackStarNetwork is a news reporting platform covered under Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today we're going to bring back the Alabama News Quiz, and welcome back AL.com's executive producer for podcasting John Hammontree to sit in the hot seat. First, though, we'll get started today with an update on another financially strapped university, gun charges for a city magistrate, Bruce Pearl's new non-basketball position, and possibly a new water park in Mobile. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tune in and listen as KBTHABANDHEAD reacts to the two dynamic HBCU music programs' ( Mississippi Valley State vs Talladega College) battle for braggin rights at the 2025 Hermes Mardi Gras Parade. I hope you enjoy the commentary. Please leave a comment with any thoughts or concerns! More is on the way. STAY TUNED!!   Website: https://www.bskillzentertainment.com/ Watch my REACTIONS on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/kbthabandhead Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kbthabandhead/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kbthabandhead?lang=en Merch: https://kbthabandhead.myspreadshop.com/

CNN, C-Span ~ It's the 60th Anniversary of the "Bloody Sunday" March of Selma to Montgomery, Alabama & the Annual Remembrance of Jubilee ~ The Week Long Celebration & Workshops highlight the various parts that made the Civil Rights Movement of the 60's a Success! On Sunday will be the annual March Across the Edmund Pettis Bridge. In 2025, Our Freedoms are Being Tested: Rights to Work, Education, Human, Civil/Disability Rights, Veteran's Rights, etc.The 2025 jubileee Celebration Events are March 679th in Selma Alabama. You can find out more on the Website Link here: selmajubilee.comThis annual event in Selma, Alabama, commemorates "Bloody Sunday," which occurred March 7, 1965 when a group of about 525 African-American demonstrators gathered at Brown Chapel A.M.E. Church to demand the right to vote. They walked six blocks to Broad Street and across the Edmund Pettus Bridge, where they were met by more than 50 state troopers and a few dozen possemen on horseback. When the demonstrators refused to turn back, they were brutally beaten. At least 17 were hospitalized,FYI: Activist Jimmie Lee Jackson murder on February 26th 1965 sparked the March across the Edmund Pettis Bridge.There were THREE Marches across The Bridge BECAUSE the First on March on March 7, 1965, resulted in Violence against the Marchers; The Second March on Tuesday, March 9, 1965. Martin Luther King led the March & prayed at the beginning of the Bridge. The last March was held March 17 with permits & saftey, The Marchers crossed the Bridge.​Senator Henry “Hank” Sanders is the second of 13 children born to Ola Mae and Sam Sanders of Baldwin County, Alabama. He challenged the twin obstacles of poverty and racism to: graduate from Douglasville High School, Talladega College, and Harvard Law School; establish a law practice; and serve as the first African American State Senator from the Alabama Black Belt. He is married to Faya Ora Rose Touré, formerly Rose M. Sanders, and they have three children by birth, four by foster relationship, and many by heart.In 1971, Sanders began what became Chestnut, Sanders, Sanders, Pettaway and Campbell, LLC. At one time, it was the largest Black law firm in Alabama and one of the ten largest in the country. His law practice is one of service: helping poor and Black people save their lands, protecting people's constitutional rights, challenging corporate abuse, and helping build strong governments to serve all people. He served as one of three lead counsel in the nationally known $1.2 billion Black Farmers Discrimination Litigation.As a community person, Sanders has helped found and build many organizations and institutions, including the following: Alabama New South Coalition, where he currently is President Emeritus; 21st Century Youth Leadership Movement; Alabama Lawyers Association; Black Belt Human Resources Center; McRae Learning Center; the National Voting Rights Museum and Institute; the Slavery and Civil War Museum; C.A.R.E. (Coalition of Alabamians Reforming Education); the Selma Collaborative; the Bridge Crossing Jubilee; WBMZ-105.3 FM Radio Station; and more.© 2025 All Rights Reserved© 2025 Building Abundant Success!!Join Me on ~ iHeart Radio @ https://tinyurl.com/iHeartBASSpot Me on Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/yxuy23baAmazon Music ~ https://tinyurl.com/AmzBASAudacy:  https://tinyurl.com/BASAud

Dean Douglas Sweeney sits down for a conversation with Beeson alumnus Cam Thomas, assistant vice president and Dean of Chapel at Talladega College and the pastor of Hutchinson Missionary Baptist Church in Montgomery, Alabama.

Talladega College assistant professor of biology Andy Coleman, who started the Urban Turtle Project in 2018, joins to talk about his work with turtles across Alabama, founding the Urban Turtle Project, discovering alligator snapping turtles in the Cahaba River, and more! Sponsor the show: Gary.Lloyd87@gmail.com.   Follow on Twitter: www.twitter.com/GaryALloyd   Follow the Urban Turtle Project: www.urbanturtleproject.org

Cam Shelly, hailing from Albany, Georgia, has carved a notable path in basketball. She began her journey at Westover High School, where her talent on the court shone brightly. Continuing her athletic career, Cam played college basketball at Talladega College before transferring to Langston University. This year, she graduated from Langston University, marking a significant academic and personal milestone by crossing as a member of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. As a graduate transfer, Cam is set to play for Xavier University in the upcoming season, bringing her skill and experience to a new team and looking forward to further accomplishments both on and off the court.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/snoody-lounge--5597538/support.

KBTHABANDHEAD reacts to the 2024 Krewe of Orpheus Mardi Gras parade battle between Talladega College's "Tornado" marching band vs Alcorn State's " Sounds of Dynomite" marching bands! Hope you guys enjoy the commentary and PLEASE leave a comment with any thoughts and concerns! More is on the way, STAY TUNED!! Website: https://www.bskillzentertainment.com/ Watch my REACTIONS on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/kbthabandhead Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kbthabandhead/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kbthabandhead?lang=en Merch: https://kbthabandhead.myspreadshop.com/

Listen as KBTHABANDHEAD recaps the recent HBCU Culture BOTB event that took place in ATLANTA. The event featured Texas Southern's "Ocean of Soul", Alabama State's "Marching Hornet Band", Alabama A&M's "Marching Maroon Band", Benedict College's "Band of Distinction", For Vallet State's "Blue Marching Machine", and Talladega College's "Great Tornado Band". We also discuss the upcoming Mardi Gras parade season!    Website: https://www.bskillzentertainment.com/ Watch my REACTIONS on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/kbthabandhead Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kbthabandhead/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kbthabandhead?lang=en Merch: https://kbthabandhead.myspreadshop.com/

KBTHABANDHEAD reacts to the 2024 HBCU Culture BOTB Floor Battle between Talladega College and Alabama A&M University marching bands! Hope you guys enjoy the commentary and PLEASE leave a comment with any thoughts and concerns! More is on the way, STAY TUNED!! Website: https://www.bskillzentertainment.com/ Watch my REACTIONS on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/kbthabandhead Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kbthabandhead/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kbthabandhead?lang=en Merch: https://kbthabandhead.myspreadshop.com/

One of the more interesting rivalrous relationships in college football has become Deion Sanders and Florida State. The school that he played his college football at, Sanders has since been frequently going head-to-head with the Seminoles on the recruiting trail and recently caused a stir when he denied the fact that they are his alma mater. He instead claims Talladega College, the HBCU program that he actually graduated from. I go over why there has been some bad blood or animosity between the two parties, and Sanders isn't prone on claiming them08:46 A couple weeks ago Dan Lanning threw shade at the lack of success that Colorado has had, and while it upset many it wasn't wrong. I broke down that he was in right in the sense that Colorado didn't accomplish much, but he was incorrect in acting as if they didn't bring anything to the conference. Travis Hunter recently addressed the comments, which I think were a perfect representation of the new culture and mindset in Colorado.14:57 Lastly, we dive into some key position battles in the secondary that have or haven't settled. Deion Sanders endorsed Myles Slusher as a starter, and we also learned that Omarion Cooper and freshman corner Carter Stoutmire are battling for the other starting role. This means Cormani McClain is not yet pushing for a role. I dive into the secondary's strength and why this team continues to be interesting ahead of their first game.0:00 No on FSU08:46 Travis on Dan Lanning14:57 Positon BattlesRead Colorado on Athlon: https://athlonsports.com/college-foot...Follow on Twitter: @Kevin__Borba and Follow the show on Twitter:@LockedOnBuffsSupport Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Athletic BrewingGo to AthleticBrewing.com and enter code LOCKEDON to get 15% off your first online order or find a store near you! Athletic Brewing. Milford, CT and San Diego, CA. Near Beer.BetterhelpThis podcast is sponsored by BetterHelp.If you're thinking of starting therapy, give BetterHelp a try. Visit BetterHelp.com/lockedoncollege today to get 10% off your first month.GametimeDownload the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONCOLLEGE for $20 off your first purchase.LinkedInLinkedIn Jobs helps you find the qualified candidates you want to talk to, faster. Post your job for free at LinkedIn.com/LOCKEDONCOLLEGE. Terms and conditions apply.eBay MotorsFor parts that fit, head to eBay Motors and look for the green check. Stay in the game with eBay Guaranteed Fit. eBay Motors dot com. Let's ride. eBay Guaranteed Fit only available to US customers. Eligible items only. Exclusions apply.FanDuelMake Every Moment More. Right now, NEW customers can bet FIVE DOLLARS and get TWO HUNDRED in BONUS BETS – GUARANTEED. Visit FanDuel.com/LOCKEDON to get started.FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

One of the more interesting rivalrous relationships in college football has become Deion Sanders and Florida State. The school that he played his college football at, Sanders has since been frequently going head-to-head with the Seminoles on the recruiting trail and recently caused a stir when he denied the fact that they are his alma mater. He instead claims Talladega College, the HBCU program that he actually graduated from. I go over why there has been some bad blood or animosity between the two parties, and Sanders isn't prone on claiming them 08:46 A couple weeks ago Dan Lanning threw shade at the lack of success that Colorado has had, and while it upset many it wasn't wrong. I broke down that he was in right in the sense that Colorado didn't accomplish much, but he was incorrect in acting as if they didn't bring anything to the conference. Travis Hunter recently addressed the comments, which I think were a perfect representation of the new culture and mindset in Colorado. 14:57 Lastly, we dive into some key position battles in the secondary that have or haven't settled. Deion Sanders endorsed Myles Slusher as a starter, and we also learned that Omarion Cooper and freshman corner Carter Stoutmire are battling for the other starting role. This means Cormani McClain is not yet pushing for a role. I dive into the secondary's strength and why this team continues to be interesting ahead of their first game. 0:00 No on FSU 08:46 Travis on Dan Lanning 14:57 Positon Battles Read Colorado on Athlon: https://athlonsports.com/college-foot... Follow on Twitter: @Kevin__Borba and Follow the show on Twitter:@LockedOnBuffs Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Athletic Brewing Go to AthleticBrewing.com and enter code LOCKEDON to get 15% off your first online order or find a store near you! Athletic Brewing. Milford, CT and San Diego, CA. Near Beer. Betterhelp This podcast is sponsored by BetterHelp.If you're thinking of starting therapy, give BetterHelp a try. Visit BetterHelp.com/lockedoncollege today to get 10% off your first month. Gametime Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONCOLLEGE for $20 off your first purchase. LinkedIn LinkedIn Jobs helps you find the qualified candidates you want to talk to, faster. Post your job for free at LinkedIn.com/LOCKEDONCOLLEGE. Terms and conditions apply. eBay Motors For parts that fit, head to eBay Motors and look for the green check. Stay in the game with eBay Guaranteed Fit. eBay Motors dot com. Let's ride. eBay Guaranteed Fit only available to US customers. Eligible items only. Exclusions apply. FanDuel Make Every Moment More. Right now, NEW customers can bet FIVE DOLLARS and get TWO HUNDRED in BONUS BETS – GUARANTEED. Visit FanDuel.com/LOCKEDON to get started. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We're thrilled to bring you an engaging conversation with Dr. Gregory Vincent, President of Talladega College. His story is one steeped in philanthropy and mentorship, born out of values his parents instilled in him during his upbringing. He shares how these values have not only influenced his personal life but also guided his professional journey. We delve deep into the history of affirmative action in higher education, drawing on landmark cases like the Bakke decision of 1978 and the Fisher vs. University of Texas case. Talladega College, a historic institution that's been open to all since 1867, serves as a symbol of social mobility and inclusivity. We wander through its rich history, paying tribute to some of its influential presidents. The emphasis is on their contributions to the college's philanthropic initiatives and how their efforts reflect Talladega College's commitment to inclusion and equity. As we explore the college's impact, we also unearth valuable lessons on creating genuine diversity that predominantly white institutions can learn from.As the conversation rolls on, we reflect on the power of strategic philanthropy, the importance of pride in one's alma mater, and the potential of board memberships to drive diversity. Dr. Vincent's inspiring story unfolds, highlighting the enduring influence of generational philanthropy and the role of faith-based institutions within the Black community. We also delve into the power of young people in movements and the efforts undertaken by institutions like Talladega College and Morehouse to empower the next generation of leaders. Join us for an insightful discussion on the intersection of philanthropy, diversity, and Black leadership.Support the show

Davius Richard, Khalil Baker, Karon Prunty, and Sundiata Anderson lead HBCU players on the Shrine Bowl watchlist. Alabama State's Ayana Emmanuel wins SWAC Woman of the year.Talladega College will have to wait another year to go to the D2. Davius Richard, Khalil Baker, Karon Prunty, and Sundiata Anderson lead HBCU players on the Shrine Bowl watchlist. This list showcases who the scouts have eyes on and also who you should take a look at in the upcoming season. Alabama State's Ayana Emmanuel wins SWAC Woman of the year. This comes from a combination of her success on the court and also what she's been able to do in the classroom. Talladega College will have to wait another year to go to the D2. Right now they need to prove they have a plan for a sustainable move up from the NAIA. Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…

Davius Richard, Khalil Baker, Karon Prunty, and Sundiata Anderson lead HBCU players on the Shrine Bowl watchlist. Alabama State's Ayana Emmanuel wins SWAC Woman of the year.Talladega College will have to wait another year to go to the D2.Davius Richard, Khalil Baker, Karon Prunty, and Sundiata Anderson lead HBCU players on the Shrine Bowl watchlist. This list showcases who the scouts have eyes on and also who you should take a look at in the upcoming season.Alabama State's Ayana Emmanuel wins SWAC Woman of the year. This comes from a combination of her success on the court and also what she's been able to do in the classroom.Talladega College will have to wait another year to go to the D2. Right now they need to prove they have a plan for a sustainable move up from the NAIA.Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…

Brandon Davis is a media consultant and partner at Technicolor Political – and the senior media strategist for the winning campaign of Chicago Mayor-Elect Brandon Johnson. In this conversation, we go deep on the Chicago race – how Johnson emerged from a crowded field, the role of public safety & crime, the contrasts that defined the runoff, key strategic decisions made by both Johnson & Vallas, & political lessons that can apply to other races and places. Beyond Chicago, we also talk Brandon's political roots in the Midwest and insights from a career as a campaign manager, SEIU political director, DNC Chief of Staff, & now a top Democratic media consultant.(To donate to support The Pro Politics Podcast, you may use this venmo link or inquire by email at mccrary.zachary@gmail.com)IN THIS EPISODEBrandon's early life growing up in East St. Louis, IL…The two moments that motivated Brandon toward civic engagement…Brandon's time working for Senator Claire McCaskill…Brandon de-mystifies what a campaign's Political Director does…Brandon's experience running races and rules of thumb on effective campaign managing…Lessons learned running $80M campaigns for SEIU…Brandon's role as DNC Chief of Staff during the tumultuous 2016 cycle…What motivated Brandon to move into media consulting & start Technicolor Political…Brandon talks the political strengths of Chicago Mayor-Elect Brandon Johnson…Why Mayor Lightfoot struggled…Brandon on the role public safety and the "Defund the Police" narrative played in the race…How Johnson broke from the pack after starting at 2% and then handled a sprint in the 5-week runoff…Strategic decisions of the Paul Vallas campaigns that surprised Brandon…Brandon's breaks down the winning Johnson coalition…Lessons from Chicago 2023 that can be applied more broadly in 2024…Best practices on finding ways to communicate with hard-to-reach voters…Brandon's advice to budding political operatives… AND the 5th floor, JJ Balaban, banks of TVs, big tents, Donna Brazile, George W. Bush, CTU, Cabrini-Green, captive audiences, Jean Carnahan, Mel Carnahan, George Washington Carver, Hillary Clinton, cudgels, WEB Du Bois, Fisk University, Chuy Garcia, Gen X lifestyles, Al Gore, gymnast techniques, Bob Holden, Hurricane Katrina, Jesse Jackson, John Kerry, Jim Kottmeyer, Rebecca Lambe, Mary Landrieu, Barack Obama, Greg Pratt, Ronald Reagan, sledgehammers, Snapchat, Jim Talent, Talladega College, Roy Temple, TikTtok, Donald Trump, Tuskegee University, the University of Missouri, vicissitudes, Wendi Wallace, Debbie Wasserman Schultz, Youtube…& more!

Listen as KBTHABANDHEAD reviews the action that went down between two HBCU college marching bands at the 2023 Hermes Mardi Gras Parade in New Orleans.  Website: https://www.bskillzentertainment.com/ Watch my REACTIONS on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/kbthabandhead Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kbthabandhead/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kbthabandhead?lang=en Merch: https://kbthabandhead.myspreadshop.com/  

It's another exciting week in the HBCU world. Jackson State women's basketball team dropped their first SWAC game in 35 tries while Southern's men's basketball team remains perfect in SWAC play. Talladega College becomes the second HBCU to start a gymnastics program. Raven Thissel of the Doug Williams Center joins us to discuss this amazing feat and more. Finally, we will convene a panel to discuss Ed Reed's comments.

Listen as KBTHABANDHEAD reacts to the EPIC 2017 Crankfest BOTB between Southern University, Talladega College, Jackson State, and Alcorn State!

Listen as KBTHABANDHEAD reacts to the legendary 2015 Bloody Sunday Mardi Gras battle between Southern "Humann JukeBox" and Talladega "Marching Tornado" Band. Who do you think won the battle? Leave a comment! 

ALL THE WAY FROM MEXICO!!! Black Men Living Abroad Series #blackmenlivingabroad Dr. Gerald C. Hassell is a clinical/spiritual psychologist, life coach, and author. He earned a B.A. in psychology from Talladega College and received his doctorate in Clinical Psychology from Wright State University in 1999. Concerned that traditional mental health providers fail to meet the needs of people of color, particularly men, Dr. Hassell started his private practice twenty years ago and has worked with hundreds of African American men, boys, and families. www.instagram.com/drghassell       Peeling Back the Layers of Your Life® Podcast Creator, Host, and Producer:  Loronda C. Giddens  www.lorondacgiddens.com

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From Street Cop to Homicide Detective Sergeant to Star on the Reasonable Doubt TV Show. Saving and rebuilding the lives of First Responders. For 24/7 Confidential Free Information call 833-776-1420. Shatterproof for First Responders at FHE Health. Retired Homicide Sergeant Chris Anderson tells his amazing story. He shares his experience in policing and the realities of investigating murders and catchingkillers. Plus behind the scenes look at the television show Reasonable Doubt. Chris talks about his journey through police work, starting as a rookie street cop and then progressing to Homicide Detective and retiring at the rank of Sergeant. He discusses the training and molding he received from the senior police officers during his early days. One of his biggest mentors in police work was his Mother. "I credit most of my success and achievements to my mother. My mother is a retired Birmingham Police Sergeant and was the breadwinner. She was loving but extremely tough on us as kids. My father, a victim of an assault was left disabled when I was very young." He also talks about his unlikely transition and journey to becoming a television star on the hit series Reasonable Doubt on Investigation Discovery channel. Chris is also an author and the Chief of Police at Talladega College. Be sure to Like and Follow us on Facebook. If you enjoy the Law Enforcement Today Radio Show and Podcast, please tell a friend or two, or three about it.  Background song Hurricane is used with permission from the band Dark Horse Flyer. Never miss out on an episode of the Law Enforcement Today Podcast, AND be automatically entered in all future contests. Simply subscribe to our free email newsletter, never more than 2 issues a week sent out. Click here and scroll down about halfway. Check out the Clubhouse: Drop In Audio Chat App for free. It is social audio, think of truly interactive talk radio. Be sure to become a member of our club for free, LET Radio and Podcast.  Follow us on MeWe, Twitter, Instagram, Facebook.  Interested in being a guest, sponsorship or advertising opportunities send an email to the host and producer of the show jay@lawenforcementtoday.com. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former NFL player and All Star Mo Williams is the new Jackson State Men's Basketball Coach. He's coming from Alabama State where he wasn't that successful. His last coaching stop, the surrounding coaches, and being a hometown kid places a lot of pressure on Williams. Pro Days are an essential part of the draft process and getting HBCU pro days exposure is important. The JSU, Alcorn, MVSU joint pro day was publicized on NFL Network and hopefully it's the beginning of more coverage. Talladega College is in the NAIA Finals for the first time in school history. They made it to the big game by playing crippling defense. They've worked through the tournament to face Loyola again. Talladega is looking for their first win vs Loyola this year. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Built Bar Built Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKED15,” and you'll get 15% off your next order. BetOnline BetOnline.net has you covered this season with more props, odds and lines than ever before. BetOnline – Where The Game Starts! Rock Auto Amazing selection. Reliably low prices. All the parts your car will ever need. Visit RockAuto.com and tell them Locked On sent you. StatHero StatHero is reshaping the way the way you play fantasy sports. Dozens of house based games to play daily. No sharks, no funky props, just your skill vs the lineups you choose. Sign-up today at StatHero.com/LockedOn Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Former NFL player and All Star Mo Williams is the new Jackson State Men's Basketball Coach. He's coming from Alabama State where he wasn't that successful. His last coaching stop, the surrounding coaches, and being a hometown kid places a lot of pressure on Williams.Pro Days are an essential part of the draft process and getting HBCU pro days exposure is important. The JSU, Alcorn, MVSU joint pro day was publicized on NFL Network and hopefully it's the beginning of more coverage.Talladega College is in the NAIA Finals for the first time in school history. They made it to the big game by playing crippling defense. They've worked through the tournament to face Loyola again. Talladega is looking for their first win vs Loyola this year.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Built BarBuilt Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKED15,” and you'll get 15% off your next order.BetOnlineBetOnline.net has you covered this season with more props, odds and lines than ever before. BetOnline – Where The Game Starts!Rock AutoAmazing selection. Reliably low prices. All the parts your car will ever need. Visit RockAuto.com and tell them Locked On sent you.StatHeroStatHero is reshaping the way the way you play fantasy sports. Dozens of house based games to play daily. No sharks, no funky props, just your skill vs the lineups you choose. Sign-up today at StatHero.com/LockedOn Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Coach Rudy Roediger joins us LIVE on Day Two of his selection as new Head Men's & Women's Soccer Coach of Talladega College. Coach Roediger discusses his plan to transform both programs, why Talladega was the right fit for him, and why recruits should consider Talladega College and the NAIA. Don't miss this exciting episode!    [Originally Recorded: 3-2-2022]

CNN, Attorney, Senator, MentorIn The Early Twentieth Century, there were nearly a Million Black Farms, In the 2021, there are less that 1.4%, According to McKinsey.com "Achieving peer-level economic performance could generate billions in value for the agriculture industry."Hank Sanders was one of of the Lead Attorney's in the  Pigford vs. Glickman Litigation. He served as one of three lead counsel in the nationally known $1.2 billion Black Farmers Discrimination Litigation. Gardens being revisited by Millennials, Gen Z & Green Energy Enthusiasts, Gardens  are being grown vertically in Kitchens, Gardens, on Roof Tops of Building, Homes & Students being Encouraged/Inspired to grow their own Food for Personal use or b as a Business, this skill is a rare Profession. In the 17th thru Early 20th Century in America, Most all People came from the Family Farms.Hank speaks about his upbringing & a bit about he importance of the lawsuit to help Black Farmers. In a 2010 article by Ralph Paige, who was Executive Director of the Federation of Southern Cooperatives/Land Assistance Fund at the time, he wrote: “When President Abraham Lincoln created the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) in 1862 he referred to it as the ‘People's Department.' The problem is that its services have never been available to ‘all' the people.” Although, with the Clinton and Obama administrations, efforts had been made to correct discriminatory problems at the USDA. It's an unfortunate fact, however, that the USDA's policies and behavior have been marred by rampant discrimination. This is why Black farmers filed a 1997 lawsuit against the USDA that focused on discrimination in the administration of its farm programs in the 1980s and into the 1990s.There were two phases of the lawsuit. One was filed under the Clinton administration and the second phase for late filers was settled under the Obama administration.  The litigation, referred to as Pigford vs. Glickman (now Pigford vs. Vilsack) was named after Tim Pigford, a Black farmer in North Carolina, and the then Secretary of Agriculture, Dan Glickman. Tom Vilsack, in the second phase, was the Secretary of Agriculture under the Obama administration. It was settled in 1999, and more than 15,000 Black farmers obtained relief for the discrimination they experienced at the hands of the USDA. But the settlement itself triggered such an outpouring of pent-up frustration and demands for justice that more than 11 years later the case was still ongoing.Senator Henry “Hank” Sanders is the second of 13 children born to Ola Mae and Sam Sanders of Baldwin County, Alabama.  He challenged the twin obstacles of poverty and racism to: graduate from Douglasville High School, Talladega College, and Harvard Law School; establish a law practice; and serve as the first African American State Senator from the Alabama Black Belt.  He is married to Faya Ora Rose Toure, formerly Rose M. Sanders, and they have three children by birth, four by foster relationship, and many by heart.​In 1971, Sanders began what became Chestnut, Sanders, Sanders, Pettaway and Campbell, LLC.  At one time, it was the largest Black law firm in Alabama and one of the ten largest in the country.  His law practice is one of service: helping poor and Black people save their lands, protecting people's constitutional rights, challenging corporate abuse, and helping build strong governments to serve all people.  As a community person, Sanders has helped found and build many organizations and institutions, including the following:  Alabama New South Coalition, where he currently is President Emeritus; 21st Century Youth Leadership Movement; Alabama Lawyers Association; Black Belt Human Resources Center; McRae Learning Center; the National Voting Rights Museum and Institute; the Slavery and Civil War Museum; C.A.R.E. (Coalition of Alabamians Reforming Education); the Selma Collaborative; the Bridge Crossing Jubilee; WBMZ-105.3 FM Radio Station; and more. In 1983, Sanders was elected to the Alabama Senate, where he champions issues affecting education, children, health care, women, tax reform, constitutional reform and more.  For 16 years, he served as Chairman of the Finance and Taxation Education, which handles the multi-billion dollar state education budget.As part of his accountability, Sanders writes a weekly column entitled Senate Sketches, which is published in various newspapers, on the Internet, and in other publications. He has a self-published book entitled, Take a Walk in My Shoes, which is a compilation of selected Sketches.  In 2004, he published his first novel, Death of a Fat Man.  He speaks widely, especially to young people.  His hobbies are reading, writing, and sports.  He considers his most significant contribution to be his work with and for our youth.2021 All Rights ReservedJoin Me on ~ iHeart Radio @ https://tinyurl.com/iHeartBASSpot Me on Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/yxuy23baAmazon Music ~ https://tinyurl.com/AmzBAS  

Congratulations to Najah Ghani Perryman, a senior who committed to Talladega College for basketball. In this episode, Director of Counseling Mrs. Handville share's Najah's story, including what basketball means to her. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/colganhs/message

Talladega College Men's and Women's Head Track & Field Coach discusses his journey to becoming a head track coach at an HBCU. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/vintage-gentleman/support

Podcast Summary Dr. Drumm McNaughton interviews Dr. Billy Hawkins, president of Talladega College, about how the pandemic has changed higher ed institutions and HBCUs in particular. Podcast Highlights When a crisis hits, prioritize students. Make strategic decisions and adaptions to keep students safe. By focusing on serving students during these difficult times through improving services and enhancing safety, higher education institutions can increase enrollments. The pandemic has taught higher education administrators and faculty to adapt. This ability to move with the flow and make changes needs to continue, even when the pandemic eases. To read the full show notes, visit https://changinghighered.com Resources Dr. Drumm McNaughton provides strategy and change management consulting for higher ed institutions.  Links to Articles, Apps, or Websites Mentioned during the Interview Talladega College Guest Social Media Links Billy Hawkins on LinkedIn The Change Leader’s Social Media Links Website: https://changinghighered.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drdrumm/ Twitter: @thechangeldr Email: podcast@changinghighered.com Sponsor: Perdia Education

Bruce Bell is a native Atlantan. He received his B.A. degree in Business Administration from Talladega College in 1983, and his Master s of Science degree in Sport Management from Troy University in 2018. Bruce has dedicated his entire professional career to the City of Atlanta and its Supplier Diversity and Inclusion programs (commonly known as […]

Bruce Bell is a native Atlantan. He received his B.A. degree in Business Administration from Talladega College in 1983, and his Master s of Science degree in Sport Management from Troy University in 2018. Bruce has dedicated his entire professional career to the City of Atlanta and its Supplier Diversity and Inclusion programs (commonly known as […] The post Small Business Fuel: Bruce Bell with The City of Atlanta appeared first on Business RadioX ®.

You can hear COVIDCalls anytime recorded as podcasts on Spotify, iTunes, Podbean or anywhere you get podcasts. Congresswoman Nikema Williams represents Georgia’s 5th congressional district in the US House of Representatives. The Fifth Congressional District is a historic district, a seat formerly held by Congresswoman Williams’ friend and mentor, civil rights icon the late Congressman John Lewis. Congressman Lewis represented the Fifth District for over 30 years, until his passing in 2020. Congresswoman Williams contributed to history by being elected as the first Black woman to represent Georgia’s Fifth Congressional District.  Congresswoman Williams was elected as the Freshman Class President for the 117th Congress. As President, she organizes and advances the interests of her Freshmen Democratic colleagues to fulfill their oath to work for the people.  Before her congressional election, Congresswoman Williams served in the Georgia State Senate.  As a State Senator, Williams got in the “Good Trouble” Congressman John Lewis spoke about. In the wake of the disastrous 2018 Georgia elections, marked with rampant voter suppression, she was arrested at the Georgia State Capitol while peacefully protesting with her constituents that every vote be counted.   Congresswoman Williams was born in Columbus, GA and raised by her grandparents in Smiths Station, Alabama. She attended Talladega College – a liberal arts Historically Black College in Talladega, Alabama.

Antonio D. Spurling, Esq. talks to us about what are common ways people get sued when buying or selling a business.  You can find out more about him at spurlinglawfirm.com/attorney.Born in Birmingham, Alabama, Spurling was educated in the public schools of Jefferson County, earning a public administration pre law degree at Talladega College in Talladega, Alabama and a Juris doctorate degree from Birmingham School of Law in Birmingham, Alabama. With over a decade of experience, Spurling has represented individuals and businesses in the Alabama State Courts and Federal Courts of Appeals. Spurling has represented plaintiffs in a broad range of matters, including personal injury, trial, commercial business disputes and mass tort actions. Spurling is a 2013 recipient of a trial advocacy certificate from the Alabama Association of Justice trial college at Harvard Law School in Cambridge, MA. He is actively involved in his community through his service as the chairman of the board of directors for the Bethesda and general counsel for the Ensley Revitalization Committee.In addition to the practice of law, Spurling enjoys spending time with his family and attending church. Spurling and his wife Marquitta Spurling are active members of New Life Interfaith Ministries, and are the proud parents of four sons Tyren, Myles, Harrison, Carter and one daughter Kennedi.

Higher education change management was critical in 2020 as college and university leaders dealt with crises brought on by COVID, and will remain so for 2021. This podcast features Dr. Drumm McNaughton and Deb Maue, and looks back at 2020 and predicts what 2021 has in store for higher ed. Overcoming 2020’s Challenges through Change Management The year 2020 was completely unpredictable with crises such as the pandemic emerging seemingly overnight. The nation and higher education have not recovered from what has happened—and it will be a long time before that recovery happens. However, significant good also came out of this year. For example, many people—such as Dr. Russell Lowery-Hart, the president of Amarillo College—stepped up in showing what it means to be a servant leader. This meant getting out on the frontlines, helping to test individuals for COVID, using a mask,  demonstrating behaviors to protect everyone, and being very present for the students. These leaders also embraced transparency and strategic communications. Institutions also were able to turn on a dime as the pandemic emerged. Faculty at many colleges and universities converted their entire course load to online over a span of only a few weeks. It was incredible to see the speed that people willingly adapted and how institutions worked to get ready for people to return to campus. The pandemic also forced institutions to really figure out what their mission is—educating students. Dr. Billy Hawkins, the president of Talladega College, checked in regularly with students. This was noticed by both students and parents. Dr. Hawkins continues to meet monthly with student leaders to find out what is going on. These kinds of communications make the college experience so important for students. Academic prioritization also came to the forefront. A great template for this process was led by Dr. Lori Varlotta when she was at Hiram College.  They cut a number of programs that were not benefitting the students or the university. What made this effort unique is that Dr. Varlotta raised funds to provide a salary and benefits for a full year for faculty who were in programs that were terminated. This humane approach offers guidance for other institutions as they move forward in prioritizing academic programs in the wake of the pandemic and economic fall-out. Student needs also increased and many institutions stepped up to provide support. Amarillo College again was in the spotlight as it put in new counseling services for students and doing campus visits online. Additionally, some institutions raised and earmarked financial support to help students who were struggling financially. Employee needs also increased. Dr. Tom Marrs of Texas A&M University pointed out how employees are burning out due to the prolonged stress. Many employees have contracted COVID and also seen loved ones and friends struggle with it—and in some cases lose their lives. With no relief in sight for most of the year, the continued stress took a toll, which also impacted people’s ability to perform their jobs. That’s where employee assistance programs and other efforts focused on supporting staff have become even more meaningful. The pandemic has helped underscore the importance of humanity and thinking of others before oneself. 2020’s Student Enrollment Challenges The nation and the world have never experienced a pandemic like this for over a century. The death rate is huge—the daily death rate exceeds that of 9/11. This is fundamentally changing everything on our planet and in our nation. Enrollment was the top challenge facing higher education. College enrollment fell 2.5% from Fall 2019 to Fall 2020, which was almost twice the rate of decline. This represented almost 500,000 students. There were 327,000 fewer first-time students this fall, which was unprecedented. International student enrollment was down 43%. Public institutions experienced a 4% decline in enrollment while privates remained flat—and would have been lower if the graduate enrollments hadn’t helped boost them back up. Community colleges’ enrollment fell over 13%. Transfer students dropped. There were some bright lights, enrollment-wise. For-profits increased enrollments over 5% while graduates were up 3.6%. Community colleges were hit harder than expected. The challenge may be because prospective students often are from lower socioeconomic households who are looking for ways to get into a four-year institution. With the transfer rates between community colleges and four-year institutions being down, it could be possible that the drop in community college enrollments may be due to demographic and financial issues. Finances also are an issue. Moody’s is predicting that the net tuition revenue will decline in about 75% of private schools and 60% of publics. That’s a huge decline in revenues. Private universities have room and board as about 40% of their revenues, which makes it challenging. The publics faced major issues after the Great Recession when the cost didn’t change, but the state government allocations dropped; the tuition burden fell more on students than on states. Student costs and tuition continue to go up. There currently is $1.7 trillion in student debt. This is unsustainable. However, some institutions are trying to find sustainable financial models. For example, Southern New Hampshire University just set a limit to their annual tuition at $10,000 a year for on-line and $15,000 for face-to-face. Many students are transferring to online education because costs are less. This will challenge institutions to find ways to compete. Black Lives Matter and Societal Issues Higher education had to deal with four major issues this year: COVID, Black Lives Matter, climate change and the economy. Each of these issues on their own would be huge; together, they created a perfect storm. This is forcing higher education—and everyone else—to wake up. Long-time higher education leader Dr. Gordon Gee said, “The pandemic has accelerated needed change in higher education by a decade or more.” Black Lives Matter affected higher education in a major way through giving this type of activism a renewed sense of urgency. Protests emerged and grew, especially around the election. Both faculty and students were demanding more emphasis and attention be given to these types of issues, especially in regards to police. Some institutions said they were not going to have police on campus any more. Many buildings are being renamed and statutes are coming down. The superintendent of Virginia Military Institute resigned after racist accusations that were going on at that school. Higher Education Policy Changes Major issues happened with Title IX at the federal level. The Department of Education changed many of the rules on adjudication. Many of these decisions are going to be set aside under the Biden Administration. Distance education also was a significant change point. Higher education had to embrace distance education due to the pandemic. With the Negotiated Rulemaking from 2019 that just went into effect, there’s a significant number of changes to the rules. In some cases, decisions--such as substantive interaction—are good; in this case, that’s going to give rise to institutions similar to Western Governor’s where they are doing competency-based education. It’s not going to be the faculty member being the “sage on the stage” as much. Instead, there will be flipped classrooms and students being more in charge of their learning. Faculty interactions need to be good, but they only need to be once a week. Mergers and closures will continue. There was a big one this year as University of Arizona acquired Ashford University. This consolidation helps the University of Arizona expand its online programs. Additionally, some colleges face sudden closures based on financial crises. Last Year’s Predictions One of last year’s predictions involved the restructuring of the NCAA. The issues that are currently happening in regards to football exposed the NCAA’s inner workings, especially in that some conferences have significantly more power than others. The NCAA will face changes. For example, the current case before the Supreme Court may lead to athlete compensation when their image is used. This will make the rich universities richer because students will want to play at colleges and universities where they can get more publicity. Another prediction from last year was that fundraising would change. This proved to be true, although because of COVID not in the way that was predicted. Fundraising also changed based on Black Lives Matter, especially in relation to naming buildings. There will be more due diligence. Mergers and closures were also predicted. While this also has happened, it hasn’t happened at quite the rate that was predicted. A lot of that has to do with the CARES Act, which infused critical funds into higher education. Another prediction was that higher education would develop partnerships with businesses to increase opportunities for employees to gain credentials. This is now starting but it isn’t at the degree originally predicted because of COVID.   Looking Forward - Predictions for 2021 Enrollment declines will continue due to the enrollment cliff and the economic downturn caused by the pandemic. This also is part of the finances because of the COVID pandemic. Enrollments may be down the same amount or more than this year as foreshadowed by the decline in applications and FAFSA filings. Finances combined with the enrollment cliff are coming into play. The positive note is that graduate education and degree completion is moving up, which is balancing the loss of enrollment. Institutions need to be positioned properly and understand their mission and the programs that speak to their ideal student. Traditional students will be moving to online universities in larger numbers. Universities with strong online presences, such as Western Governor’s University, University of Arizona, and Southern New Hampshire University are doing well—and will gobble up other programs or create alliances with MOOCs to keep costs down. This also is forcing many institutions to reconsider online education options for their traditional undergraduate students, who now are demanding this option. Non-traditional students also are making up more of the online enrollment; this group needs the flexibility that online education offers. With the Biden Administration taking office, education is going to come back to being in more in the forefront. President Trump and Secretary Betsy DeVos focused on choice; this will be curtailed in the new administration. The new Secretary of Education has a strong educational background from Connecticut, which should be very good for public institutions. If there is a new CARES Act, more money should be steered toward higher education. Free college is a great idea for individuals in certain income levels but this may not happen. The forgiveness of debt is far more realistic. The question becomes how much to forgive and what is fair. Also, having Dr. Jill Biden in the White House will be significant; she will have a big influence on education. Also, hopefully there will be less politicization of education in the future because people realize that education is the awakening of people’s minds. Mergers and acquisitions will continue to come forward. While many institutions have survived the pandemic to this point, many have been bled deeply. These institutions may not be able to survive; in fact, 75% of CFOs in higher education are expressing concerns. The game changer for next year will be the vaccine. The go-go years leading up to the Great Recession are gone. Higher education needs to do a better job of partnering with businesses and employers about what they need. Additionally, the purpose of higher education is for the greater good and to develop life-long learners.  So while higher education does need to prepare students for their first jobs, it also needs to instill the understanding of the need for life-long learning. Bullet Points 2020 was completely unpredictable. It will take a lengthy period of time before the nation and higher education return to normal. Higher education had to deal with four major issues this year: COVID, Black Lives Matter, climate change and the economy. Each of these issues on their own would be huge; together, they created a perfect storm. Servant leaders emerged on the frontlines, helping to test individuals for COVID, using a mask, demonstrating behaviors to protect everyone, being very present for the students, and embracing transparency and strategic communications. Institutions turned on a dime as the pandemic emerged. Faculty converted their entire course load to online over a span of only a few weeks while other employees worked to make campuses safe for people to return. The pandemic forced institutions to really focus on what their mission is—educating students. Academic prioritization also came to the forefront as institutions tried to determine how to move forward during the pandemic and the ensuing economic downturn. The challenge is to create a process that treats employees and faculty who are laid-off humanely. Student needs also increased and many institutions stepped up to provide support through counseling and finances. Employees also needed support so many institutions utilized counseling, employee assistance programs and financial support programs to provide assistance. Enrollment was the top challenge facing higher education with declines in most areas. The pandemic may cause up to 20% of higher institutions to close or be acquired due to financial issues. Finances also are an issue. Moody’s is predicting that the net tuition revenue will decline in about 75% of private schools and 60% of publics. Student costs and tuition continue to go up, and there currently is $1.7 trillion in student debt. This is unsustainable. Institutions are starting to develop new models that are more affordable for students. Black Lives Matter brought activism back to campus. This movement forced institutions to look closely at policies, procedures and practices. It also forced institutions to do due diligence before accepting major gifts with naming rights. Title IX shifted to protect the accused, but this probably will shift again once the Biden Administration comes into office. A significant number of changes to the rules about distance education just went into effect due to the negotiated rulemaking process in 2019. In some cases, decisions--such as substantive interaction—are good. Mergers are starting to happen. Some allow institutions to increase their reach, such as into the distance education market. Some institutions are also facing a financial cliff that can lead to sudden closure. The NCAA will continue to face changes. For example, the current Supreme Court case may lead to athlete compensation when their image is used. While mergers and closures were predicted last year, the rate didn’t match what was predicted. This has to do with the CARES Act, which provided a lifeline to struggling institutions. Another prediction was increased partnerships with businesses to increase opportunities for employees to gain credentials. This is now starting but it isn’t at the degree because of COVID. Another prediction that was impacted by COVID was that higher education would develop partnerships with businesses to increase opportunities for employees to gain credentials. This is now starting to emerge. Predictions for 2021 Enrollment drops will continue, due to the combination of the enrollment cliff and students’ and families’ financial issues due to COVID. The positive note is that graduate education and degree completion is moving up, which helps to balance the loss of undergrad enrollment. Institutions need to be positioned properly and understand their mission and the programs that speak to their ideal student. Traditional students will be moving to online universities in larger numbers. Universities with strong online presences will continue to find ways to increase their market share. Other institutions will focus on creating or bringing more programs online. Education will move back to the forefront in the Biden Administration, especially having a Dr (Jill Biden) in the White House. Mergers and acquisitions will continue to emerge as many institutions have been financially bled to death during the pandemic. The COVID vaccine will be the game change. With that said, higher education needs to develop partnerships with businesses and also stress the concept of life-long learning in current students. Links to Articles, Apps, or websites mentioned during the interview: National Student Clearinghouse Research Center Guests Social Media Links: Guest Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/deborahmaue/   The Change Leader’s Social Media Links: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-change-leader/about/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drdrumm/ Twitter: @thechangeldr Email: podcast@changinghighered.com Keywords: #change management #governance #university #highereducation #education

TODAY on The Doctor Whisperer Show, please welcome the AMAZING Regina A. Hardin, MD, FAAP of MykidzMD Pediatrics Direct Primary Care! "I am a board-certified pediatrician with over 20 years of experience in outpatient and inpatient pediatrics. I also have extensive training in diagnosing and treating Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder. I completed my undergraduate studies in Biology at Talladega College in Alabama. My medical school training was completed at Morehouse School of Medicine in Atlanta, Georgia, a pediatric internship at the University of South Florida in Tampa, Florida, and pediatric residency at Emory University in Atlanta, Georgia. I've achieved the top physician academic honor of induction into the Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society and am certified by the American Board of Pediatrics and American Board of Quality Assurance and Utilization Review Physicians in Health Care Quality and Management. I currently hold licenses to practice medicine in the states of Florida and Georgia. My interests are in general pediatric care, infectious diseases, breastfeeding, and developmental and behavioral pediatrics, particularly attention deficit hyperactivity disorder. I reside in Largo, Florida with my husband and daughter. I am also a lifetime learner, serial entrepreneur, and enjoy listening to podcasts, reading, and spending quality time at the beach with my family." Thank you to our incredible sponsor TieTechnology for sponsoring the show! CONTACT: To send me a voice message, click here: https://anchor.fm/thedoctorwhisperer/message To send me an email, click here: 13thavenuemedia@gmail.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thedoctorwhisperer/message

Higher education leaders are in a difficult position as they navigate the coronavirus pandemic. They have had to make the difficult decision in closing campuses during the spring semester, and now they need to focus on bringing students back safely in the fall semester and moving forward in the “new normal.” Dr. Billy Hawkins has successfully led several higher education institutions through transformational change. During his 13-year tenure as president of Talladega College, the college has undergone a transformation and quadrupled its enrollment. The institution is listed among Princeton Review’s best colleges in the Southwest and U.S. News and World Report’s most innovative colleges. He is currently the chair of the 37 presidents of the United Negro College Fund (UNCF). Working Collaboratively Leading during this time requires collaboration instead of isolation. For instance, Dr. Hawkins uses his role as UNCF presidents’ chair to interact with the presidents who serve on the organization’s advisory board through Zoom calls and meeting. These meetings and calls allow the presidents to collaborate and work through the many challenges that their institutions are facing. Closing the Campus Talladega College and similar institutions had to make the difficult decision to send students home in mid-March. In making the decision, Hawkins reviewed what other institutions were doing across the nation. He then sat down with his leadership team to analyze this information. Using this data, Talladega College’s leadership made the decision to shut down on-campus instruction during spring break so that students wouldn’t return from other parts of the nation and inadvertently infect members of the university’s community. This closure also meant that Talladega’s faculty had to convert their classes to an online platform. One of the major challenges that Talladega College faced was helping students through this difficult time. Some students were international students who couldn’t travel home; other students’ hometowns were hotspots for the coronavirus.   Talladega College approached this uniquely and with compassion, telling students that they could remain on campus if they didn’t feel they could return home. Those who stayed were given jobs on campus working in the physical plant. In addition, the institution was able to tap into a campus emergency fund to help international students return home if they were able to do so. Many students also faced challenges because of lack of technology and Internet connectivity. For those who remained on campus, Talladega College set up technology in the library so students could easily take classes online. In addition, the institution reached out to the community, continuing a long partnership. There are two major education institutions in the city, Talladega College and Alabama Institute for the Deaf and Blind. The two presidents often talk, and AIDB’s president serves on Talladega College’s board. In addition, the city council and community businesses have been very supportive of the college during the pandemic. CARES Act Talladega College received approximately $4 million from the CARES Act and the PPP loan program. The institution is using the 50/50 part to support students through a grant application process. Students were asked to log into the institution’s portal to complete the application form. This gave Talladega College a current address where the student was residing as well as hard data in terms of where they are residing at the present time. Once the school received that information, the business office cut a $500 check for each student. Hawkins sent a letter with the check that acknowledged Congress, the U.S. Department of Education and the UNCF, which provided key leadership in the CARES Act’s passage. If students didn’t access that website portal, the institution did not send a check; this gave the college a better accounting of the funds. This is the first of two checks. Talladega College will send out a second check in early July, which Hawkins believes will help with student retention. Furthermore, by allocating these funds in two distributions, the institution is encouraging students to use the amount on what they truly need in their daily life. Creating a Family Atmosphere Dr. Hawkins believes that the institution’s leaders, faculty and staff have to connect with the students to be able to help them – and reminds employees that the students are their customers. If they treat these customers right, they’ll keep buying their “product.” The college’s small enrollment allows Dr. Hawkins and the faculty to get to know every student personally. He wants students to be able to walk up and have a conversation with him. He also hosts students at the president’s residence. The family atmosphere on campus is important – and can be been seen in the college’s various activities. For example, Talladega College has 400 band members (even without a football team) and is striving to be the largest band among HBCUs. The band has participated in the Inaugural Parade, been the lead band in key Mardi Gras’ parades, and performed half-time shows with the New Orleans Saints football team and two senior bowls. Student Retention Dr. Hawkins and faculty members continue to check on students, and many are ready to return to campus. He said that the institution needs to show they care about the students, which also convinces their parents that they have taken the appropriate measures to ensure everyone’s safety. The retention office also is actively working to stay in touch with students. The office is doing weekly podcasts and also reaching out to students on a weekly basis. They are having regular chats and there are chat groups with faculty participation that are specific to groups, such as the band. There also is an e-blast that goes out regularly. The institution recently opened a new dorm, and has taken advantate of students being away to renovate the older dorms so that they are more comparable to the new dormitory. Talladega will be distributing information on renovations of the dormitories in the near future. This will create a “wow” factor for students because the campus leaders are listening to student feedback. Dr. Hawkins and his cabinet also meet with student leaders every month. The vice presidents and the director of the physical plant are allowed only to sit and listen, as Dr. Hawkins wants them to hear how students feel about what’s going on around campus. After the meeting, the administrators discuss how to fix a specific issue, if it is indeed a problem. Three Recommendations for Higher Education Leaders Dr. Hawkins suggested several takeaways for higher education leaders: Prepare for students’ return to campus. Make the campus a safe environment; this is what parents want to hear. For instance, Talladega College has ordered 6,000 masks and plans to have hand sanitizer and rubber gloves available across campus. Also, screen companies that want to provide these items carefully since many just began selling these items during the pandemic. Connect to the students. Know how they are feeling about being away from campus and find ways to celebrate their return. Dr. Hawkins likes to create unique t-shirts to celebrate college milestones as a way to send positive energy. For example, he is considering holding a barbecue at the start of the school year. Communicate the continued importance of on-campus education across the nation. The current focus is online, but we need to make sure that the importance of on-campus education is not forgotten. Bullet Points Seek out a group of presidents to discuss critical decisions during the pandemic. Maintain the focus on students during this time. Ensure their safety and also find ways to support them as they face challenges. Seek the community’s support during this time. They can offer a variety of resources to your institution. Look for innovative ways to support students that also can help boost retention. One example is Talladega College’s decision to split up student payments from the CARE Act. The second payment which will be distributed in July, will help reinforce the school’s commitment to the students – and serve as a prompt to reenroll. Create a family atmosphere on campus. This includes getting to know students personally and encouraging faculty and staff to see the students as their customers. Find ways to strengthen the bonds with students to encourage them to return in the fall. These can include podcasts, chat rooms, email blasts and information about what is happening on campus, such as renovations. Meeting regularly with student leaders. Invite your cabinet to sit in and listen. Take the students’ feedback from these meetings and address these issues, when appropriate. Links to Articles, Apps, or websites mentioned during the interview: Talladega College Guest’s Social Media Links: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-billy-hawkins-96211921/ The Change Leader’s Social Media Links: Website: https://thechangeleader.com Website: https://changinghighered.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drdrumm/ Twitter: @thechangeldr Email: podcast@changinghighered.com Keywords - #Education #University #HIgherEducation

Dr. Howard Zehr is director emeritus of the Zehr Institute for Restorative Justice and a distinguished professor of restorative justice at the Center for Justice and Peacebuilding. In this ninth episode, he talks about his path to victim-offender conferencing as a young practitioner, the early days of restorative justice, and where he sees the field going from here.One of Zehr’s formative experiences as a young adult was attending Morehouse College, a historically black men’s college in Atlanta. He was confronted with being part of a “minority” as one of the few white students in attendance.“People just didn’t read me the way I was used to being read. My body language, what I said was interpreted totally different[ly],” Zehr recalls. “It was a profound experience and not an easy one.”It was in the 1970s, while teaching at another historically black institution, Talladega College in Alabama, when Zehr started working with the criminal justice system. He provided support to prisoners and trained student research teams “to help defense attorneys pick juries in really highly politicized cases: death penalty, prison riots, police brutality.”In 1985, Zehr published the booklet Retributive Justice, Restorative Justice, followed by Changing Lenses in 1990, a seminal work in Zehr’s own career and the field at large. He joined CJP in 1996, at the urging of Professor Ray Gingerich and Director Vernon Jantzi.“My self concept is basically a journalist of justice,” Zehr says – communication and networking are foundational to his work. The whole reason he launched the Little Books of Justice and Peacebuilding series was to make the core concepts of CJP accessible to a wider audience. Zehr pitched the first title, The Little Book of Restorative Justice, to his publisher saying, “I want it to cost about the same as a Big Mac dinner.” Over 100,000 copies of the book have now been sold in a variety of languages.What does he celebrate most about CJP? “We’re still, as far as I know, the only academic program with a practice, a reflective practitioner value-based kind of approach. Which is what we set out to be.”Looking forward another 25 years, Zehr says he likes where he sees the next generation going.“That’s partly why I’m staying out of it,” he says. “A lot of them have a much wider vision about applications – to historical harms, to social injustices – but I don’t want us to lose also some of our focus on things like bringing those who are harmed and those who caused harm in the context of a criminal system together as well … I hope we can hold those things together.”

CNN, C-Span ~ It's the 55th Anniversary of the "Bloody Sunday" March of Selma to Montgomery, Alabama & the 28th of the Yearly Remembrance of Jubilee ~ The Week Long Celebration & Workshops highlight the various parts that made the Civil Rights Movement of the 60's a Success! On Sunday will be the annual March Across the Edmund Pettis Bridge. The music for this episode is from: "Sing for Freedom The Songs of the Civil Rights Movement Through it's Songs" by Robert Parris Moses Have far have we come from those times of the Segregated South? My guest this week talks about this & MORE...... FYI: Activist Jimmie Lee Jackson murder on February 26th 1965 sparked the March across the Edmund Pettis Bridge. There were THREE Marches across The Bridge BECAUSE the First on March on March 7, 1965, resulted in Violence against the Marchers; The Second March on Tuesday, March 9, 1965. Martin Luther King led the March & prayed at the beginning of the Bridge. The last March was held March 17 with permits & saftey, The Marchers crossed the Bridge. ​ Senator Henry “Hank” Sanders is the second of 13 children born to Ola Mae and Sam Sanders of Baldwin County, Alabama. He challenged the twin obstacles of poverty and racism to: graduate from Douglasville High School, Talladega College, and Harvard Law School; establish a law practice; and serve as the first African American State Senator from the Alabama Black Belt. He is married to Faya Ora Rose Touré, formerly Rose M. Sanders, and they have three children by birth, four by foster relationship, and many by heart. In 1971, Sanders began what became Chestnut, Sanders, Sanders, Pettaway and Campbell, LLC. At one time, it was the largest Black law firm in Alabama and one of the ten largest in the country. His law practice is one of service: helping poor and Black people save their lands, protecting people’s constitutional rights, challenging corporate abuse, and helping build strong governments to serve all people. He served as one of three lead counsel in the nationally known $1.2 billion Black Farmers Discrimination Litigation. As a community person, Sanders has helped found and build many organizations and institutions, including the following: Alabama New South Coalition, where he currently is President Emeritus; 21st Century Youth Leadership Movement; Alabama Lawyers Association; Black Belt Human Resources Center; McRae Learning Center; the National Voting Rights Museum and Institute; the Slavery and Civil War Museum; C.A.R.E. (Coalition of Alabamians Reforming Education); the Selma Collaborative; the Bridge Crossing Jubilee; WBMZ-105.3 FM Radio Station; and more. In 1983, Sanders was elected to the Alabama Senate, where he champions issues affecting education, children, health care, women, tax reform, constitutional reform and more. For 16 years, he served as Chairman of the Finance and Taxation Education, which handles the multi-billion dollar state education budget. As part of his accountability, Sanders writes a weekly column entitled Senate Sketches, which is published in various newspapers, on the Internet, and in other publications. He has a self-published book entitled, Take a Walk in My Shoes, which is a compilation of selected Sketches. In 2004, he published his first novel, Death of a Fat Man. He speaks widely, especially to young people. His hobbies are reading, writing, and sports. He considers his most significant contribution to be his work with and for our youth. Hank's Wife: Faya Rose Toure ​ Faya Ora Rose Touré is a Harvard-educated Civil Rights activist and litigation attorney who has worked on some of the highest-profile civil rights cases to come before the courts. Touré—who spent most of her career as Rose Sanders until she decided to step away from her "slave name" in 2003—was the first African-American female judge in Alabama and was part of the winning legal team in Pigford vs. Veneman, the largest civil rights case in history. This case led to the payment of a billion dollars in damages to black farmers by the U. S. Department of Agriculture. In addition, Touré is a founder of the National Voting Rights Museum, McRae Learning Center, Ancient Africa, Slavery and Civil War Museum, the Bridge Crossing Jubilee, 21st Century Youth Leadership Movement, Black Belt Arts and Cultural Center and Chestnut, Sanders, Sanders, Law Firm, LLC. Intensely passionate about her activism and legal work and the needs of the black community, Touré has founded learning and cultural centers, political and legal organizations, and community initiatives that have benefited Alabamians for four decades. She uses her many talents to further her message and is a prolific songwriter and playwright, as well as the host of a weekly radio show, Faya's Fire. Touré was born Rose M. Gaines on May 20, 1945, in Salisbury, North Carolina. Her parents, the Rev. D. A. Gaines and Ora Lee Gaines, taught their six children to conserve so they would have something in life to give back to their community. Touré's community work began at an early age when she organized kids in the neighborhood. After graduation from George Clem High School in 1962 she entered Johnson C. Smith University in Charlotte, North Carolina, graduating Summa Cum Laude in 1966. Still unsure where her career path would take her, she completed a law degree at Harvard in 1969 and was awarded the Herbert Smith Fellowship. That led to an assignment the following year at the National Welfare Rights Organization and the Columbia Center on Social Welfare Policy and Law. In 1971 she worked briefly for the Legal Services Corporation, and opened the law firm of Chestnut, Sanders, Sanders, Pettaway & Campbell, LLC the following year along with her husband, Alabama State Senator Henry Sanders. In 1973 Touré became the first African-American female judge in Alabama, serving as municipal judge until 1977. In 1982 Touré was hired by the Emergency Land Fund for the Department of the Agriculture to conduct a study of black land tenure and document land loss by African Americans. Touré, the mother of three children and four foster children, has dedicated her life to helping children. She was a leader in the Selma Movement to end racial tracking, co-founding Coalition of Alabamians Reforming Education. C.A.R.E. detracked a rural school in Sumter County, which resulted in test scores in Math and Science rising from the 27th percentile to the 74th percentile in a year and a half. She has also written over 40 musicals that address issues like tracking, teenage pregnancy, AIDS, drug abuse, etc. Her latest production is called Selma the Musical. © 2020 Building Abundant Success!! 2020 All Rights Reserved Join Me on ~ iHeart Radio @ https://tinyurl.com/iHeartBAS Join Me on Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/yxuy23ba Join Me on Facebook @ Facebook.com/BuildingAbundantSuccess ​

Source Nation! Join Kathy B. for another episode of Conversations with Kathy B. tonight at 7pm. Kathy’s studio guest is Willetta Mighnon Harris, Singer/Songwriter/Actress/Author. Willetta will share with us her brand new book “Finding your Voice through Divorce” Source Nation, you do not want to miss this show. Join us tonight at 7pm. Willetta Mighnon Harris was born and raised in Atlanta, Ga to William and Brenda Chaney. She began singing in the church at the age of 2. Willetta attended Avondale performing arts High school and went to Talladega College where she majored in English. She went on to pursue a Masters graduate degree from Capella University with a major in Education. Willetta is a first grade school teacher. She continues to serve her students while continuing her singing career. Willetta enjoys singing, acting, writing and spending time with her husband and kids. Willetta is married to Aaron Harris and has two beautiful children Dez’Mond (15)and Trista (12). Willetta recently completed her very first nonfiction novel “Finding your Voice through Divorce”. Source Nation We Are Fueling Your Life’s Purpose...

The show must go on and sometimes come out early! In the wake of Talladega College's alumni weekend, the ladies along with special guest, the future Dr. Sabrina Davis, give an early episode talking about motherhood, the road to becoming a black Chiropractor, and how to put the P in petty. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Welcome to the 2018 90 Degree Show! In this episode we discuss if programs perform tribute shows when they are scared of their opponent that week. We talk Clark vs.Tuskegee, Alcorn vs. Texas Southern. Lastly we talk a little on Florida A&M, Kentucky State and Talladega College. This podcast is brought to you by SAY Marketing and Promotions, and Block Band Music & Publishing. RE/MAX PATRIOTS and BlockUsUp.com Check out our website http://www.themarchingpodcast.com/ you can email the show at marchingpodcast@gmail.com, tweet us @marchingpodcast, and follow our blog at http://bit.ly/17Gl2e2t We hope you enjoy the show!

En este episodio tenemos la suerte de compartir con Pol Marcó, Este chico nacido en Barcelona, España. Nos cuenta sobre su proceso para obtener una beca deportiva en los Estados Unidos. Ademas de su paso por Talladega College donde enfrentó grandes desafíos hasta llegar a la Universidad de Midway, donde podría consagrarse y llegar a la final del torneo. Esperamos transmitir conocimiento a través de su experiencia y poder ayudar a muchos mas deportistas. No se lo pierdan !!

Welcome to volume 13 of The 90 Degree Show for 2017. This podcast is the Prunalysis with Rashad Waters aka Prune Juice of Crankfest 2017 with The Marching Tornadoes of Talladega College, The Sonic Boom of the South of Jackson State, The Human Jukebox of Southern University and The Sounds of Dynamite of Alcorn State. Rashad gives us his technical analysis of the matchup from these bands. This podcast is brought to you by SAY Marketing and Promotions, and Block Band Music & Publishing. RE/MAX PATRIOTS and BlockUsUp.com Check out our website http://www.themarchingpodcast.com/ you can email the show at marchingpodcast@gmail.com, tweet us @marchingpodcast, and follow our blog at http://bit.ly/17Gl2e2t

Episode 8 of the Brad Boyd Podcast w/ host Kyle Carrigee. Boogie Nights and Kang James

Today we talk about the inauguration of President Trump, discuss why President Obama got so little done, praise the Talladega College Marching Band, look at how other countries may be seeing Trump, praise the member of our armed forces, and tangent about the Warthog and school lunch.   Links from this episode: - Trump Inauguration Speech (FULL) | ABC News - Despite controversy, Talladega College band sees opportunity in Trump inaugural parade - Trump's defense chief eyes debut trip to Japan, South Korea next week - China’s fears as Donald Trump expresses support for Taiwan - U.S. Republicans lay out plans for Obamacare repeal - Embattled A-10s Get Upgrades to Enhance Search and Rescue - Are These Trays Of Prison Food…Or School Lunches?

In this week's podcast we talk about Talladega College raising huge money on Go Fund Me for the Inauguration; the history of Cheerleading rivalries and who has the best HBCU gym.

On this first-of-2017 episode of Community Spotlight, host Rev. Samuel T. Ross-Lee joins Ugly Radio's Joe Ugly to discuss and debate Talladega College's decision to participate in the inauguration of Donald Trump on Jan. 20, 2017. wnhhcommunityradio

Welcome to the 2016-17 90 Degree Show. In this podcast we discuss The Marching Tornadoes of Talladega College and their decision to march for the Inauguration this month. We welcome Christy Walker, Bridgette Bell and Rashad Watters to talk about how they feel about the parade and the plus and minus of the decision. This podcast is brought to you by Double Time Entertainment. DaEdge 1 Productions, Block Band Music & Publishing. Check out our website http://www.themarchingpodcast.com/ you can email the show at marchingpodcast@gmail.com, tweet us @marchingpodcast, and follow our blog at http://bit.ly/17Gl2e2t

Episode 10 of the HBCU Sports Podcast focuses on the Grambling Tigers and their 10-9 Celebration Bowl victory over North Carolina Central. Co-host Kenn Rashad and Jeff Duplessis discuss the game's highlights, social media comments, attendance and the published TV ratings, which are up from the previous year. Kenn and Jeff also take a moment to address the business of the Celebration Bowl and how ticket sales and cash is distributed to the schools involved. Finally, the two briefly discuss the recent announcement of the Talladega College marching band participating in President-elect Donald Trump's inauguration parade.

Last Saturday, I had the distinct pleasure of interviewing Joyce E. Taylor and Jeffrey Bashir, two of the grandchildren of Samuel Walker Houston. Born around 1871, Samuel Walker Houston was the son of Joshua and Sylvester Houston, two former slaves who worked for General Sam Houston in Huntsville, Texas. During the 1880s and 90s, Samuel Walker Houston attended the nation's leading black schools, including Atlanta University in Georgia and Howard University in Washington, D.C. At the turn of the century, he returned to Huntsville and founded a training school in the little community of Galilee. Houston's school was one of the first county training schools for African Americans in Texas. It enrolled students at every level, from first grade through high school, and provided a well-rounded education that included courses in literature, music, construction, and agriculture. By the time Houston's school merged with the Huntsville Independent School District in 1930, it boasted a dozen teachers and more than 400 students. Based on his remarkable record of achievement, Houston was selected as principal for the new African American high school in Huntsville, which was later named in his honor.In April 1915, Samuel Walker Houston married Hope G. Harville, one of the teachers at his school. Ms. Harville was a graduate of Tuskegee Institute, the outstanding African American college run by Booker T. Washington in Tuskegee, Alabama. On August 25, 1917, the Houston family welcomed their second child and first daughter, Helen Hope, into the world. She later attended Wiley College, Talladega College, and graduated from Virginia State University, before enrolling to work for the IRS and teaching as a substitute teacher in New York. She spent the bulk of her career as a supervisor in the Data Processing Department at IBM, but also worked in California for the Naval Supply Center. Joyce E. Taylor and Jeffrey Bashir are the children of Helen Hope Houston. They both grew up and lived their adult lives in California. Their story is fascinating because it ties the Samuel Walker Houston family to the developments of the post-World War II era, including the Black Power Movement, the Nation of Islam, and the Black Panthers.

SHOW TOPIC:  WHAT HAVE YOUR CHALLENGES PREPARED YOU TO DO?  Many of us can relate to the experience of challenges in our lives.  As you look back, what have been the key lessons you learned and how do you use those lessons in your life today?    HOST BIO:  LINDA STEPHENS-JONES. Linda is an ICF-certified Life Coach, coaching individuals & small groups live & via teleconference or Skype across the U.S. & globally.  She specializes in helping women to overcome fears & navigate through major life challenges such as careers, relationships, self-doubt, or lack of purpose.  She helps clients to discover strengths & true potential, then create a vision & begin living with more clarity & fulfillment!   GUEST BIO:  DR JOE A. LEE.  Committed to educating the youth in his community, after college, Dr. Lee returned to his former high school in Brewton, Alabama, to teach biology, chemistry & physics.  In 1971, he returned to his undergrad Alma Mater, Talladega College, to work in the areas of fund-raising & public relations.  He served Talladega College in numerous capacities, from Dean of Students to Vice President for Academic Affairs & Provost.  Dr. Lee served as President of Tougaloo College and Alabama State University (ASU).  At Tougaloo, he balanced the $6 million budget while he oversaw major upgrades to the 132-year-old campus.  During Dr Lee's tenure, ASU was approved to offer its first doctoral program and witnessed an extensive multimillion dollar building program.  Dr Lee chaired the Advisory Board of the National Institute of Minority Health’s Family & Community Violence Prevention Program, served on the national board for the United Negro College Fund, and was appointed by the Secretary of Defense to the Board of Visitors for the U.S. Air Force’s Air University.       

On this Episode of The Beautiful Butterfly Radio Show We Welcome Special Guest Author, Speaker, Mentor EBONI L. TRUSS!!!  Described as engaging, anointed, powerful, fiery and hilarious, Eboni L. Truss is passionate about helping women discover and claim their most fulfilling professional and personal lives. As an empowerment speaker and #1 bestselling author, Eboni’s focus is leading her clients to be impact-centered entrepreneurs. Through her mentorship programs, she empowers participants to grow, progress, and achieve their desired goals. She also speaks and writes about designing broader and bolder lifestyles, often using her book The Significance Factor as a foundational guide. A formally trained relationship builder, educator, and certified coaching specialist, Eboni graduated from Talladega College, the “Harvard of the South,” with a Bachelor’s in Sociology. She later earned a Master’s in Elementary Education from the University of Phoenix. Though born and raised in Detroit, she currently lives in Talladega with her husband and two sons. And when she isn’t wearing one of her many business hats, she’s probably couponing, vacationing, volunteering, or watching Shark Tank with the family.

SHOW TOPIC:  Forgiveness Part 2. Continuing Feb 23rd discussion on how we cope with past hurts and pain.  Are you forgiving, or do you hold onto past hurts and relive them over & over?  What can you gain when you truly let go of the past?  We’ll also discuss: Is reconciliation a must if you forgive?  HOST BIO: Linda Stephens-Jones, a Certified Christian Life Coach, provides coaching to individuals & small groups live or via teleconference & Skype across the U.S. & globally.  She specializes in helping women to successfully manage major challenges such as relationship issues, career, self-doubt, or lack of purpose.  Her clients discover their strengths, gain clarity & confidence and take steps to live more fulfilling lives!  For more info or free discovery session see her website: www.lindastephensjones.com. GUEST BIO:  Mrs. Angelia Griggs Atkins, from Macon, GA, considers it a pleasure & honor to serve her family, church & community.   Recently retired from a 31-year federal career as a Logistician at Robins Air Force Base (Warner Robins, GA), she is newly appointed to the Advisory Board for the Macon Youth Development Center where she also mentors teen girls during their detention.   Angela is Vice President of the Macon Alumni Chapter of Talladega College and an active servant leader in the Universal Light Christian Center, as an ordained Deacon, chair of the Pastor’s Action Committee, a Trustee on the Financial Board, and leader for weekly noon bible study.  Angelia believes that God has been too good to her throughout her life to focus on the bad/negative events; or to allow them to paralyze her and prevent her forward movement.  She believes that these events made her strong, and sustained her to be light, hope and help (through service) to others.

Described as engaging, anointed, powerful, fiery, passionate, and hilarious, God has given Eboni L. Truss the task of rescuing women who are sick and tired of being sick and tired. Besides being an empowerment speaker and best-selling author, she is a Life & Business Mentor to women (and a few privileged men). Understanding that one's personal life and one's business endeavors are tied to one another, she helps women fully connect to themselves in order to fully commit to their businesses. She uses her book The Significance Factor as a guide as she mentors women in her “Circle of Significance” (COS) mentorship program. Through COS, Eboni helps the women she mentors to design bigger, broader and bolder lives… intentionally! Born and raised in Detroit, MI, Eboni graduated from the “Harvard of the South,” Talladega College in Talladega, AL with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Sociology. She later earned a Master's degree in Elementary Education from the University of Phoenix. She continues to live in Talladega with her husband James and their two sons, Gabriel and Michael.  Join me host Hezekiah L. Montgomery and co-host Nichelle Johnson as we welcome Ms. Eboni Truss to The Man In The Mirror platform as she shares her story and give us the 411 about the Significance Factor and will share with us those things that we don't think about every day, what legacy will you, me or any of us leave behind?

Educator, administrator, writer, consultant, motivational speaker, and community leader, Dr. Anne Wimbush Watts served in various roles for a number of years at Morehouse College; including, Vice Provost, Associate Vice President for Academic Affairs, Class Dean, and tenured Professor of English. She has also been Honors Lecturer at Talladega College and Distinguished Visiting Professor at Spelman College. More recently, she served as Interim Dean of the Metropolitan College and Visiting Professor at Johnson C. Smith University, where she continues to engage in consultant work. Dr. Watts’ education includes a bachelor’s degree in English from Grambling State University, (Valedictorian); master’s degree in English Language and Literature from the University of Wisconsin; master’s degree in French Language and Literature from Atlanta University; Ph.D. degree in English Language and Literature from Georgia State University, and further study at Harvard University. Dr. Watts is president of Powerful Presentations, Inc., a consulting firm. She has conducted Report Writing Skills Development training in four states for over 200 managers of offices in the United States Department of labor; At the behest of Ambassador Andrew Young, she coordinated training in Negotiation and Conflict Resolution for a delegation of young South African former Freedom Fighters; provided Communication Skills training for employees at the Atlanta Job Corps, for attendees at the USPS National A-Plus Convention (2011), and for athletes from all of the CIAA institutions (IMAGE), 2012. In her presentation, Dr. Watts will identify and illuminate several factors and practices related to exemplary leadership.

ArchiTreats: Food for Thought celebrates the Year of Alabama History through a series of sequential lectures in Alabama history by leading experts in the field. Join us as Odessa Woolfolk presents The Civil Rights Movement in Alabama. This presentation was held at the Alabama Department of Archives and History. Alabama, the ‘Cradle of the Confederacy,’ was the setting for many of the most nationally significant battles of the Civil Rights Movement. The events of that era were initiated by ordinary people with uncommon courage. This presentation will highlight the mass activism which occurred in local communities around the state, and the importance of leaders and footsoldiers. Odessa Woolfolk grew up in Birmingham, Alabama. She received a BA in history from Talladega College and a MA in Urban Studies from Occidental College in California and she was a National Urban Fellow at Yale University. Her professional career includes high school and college teaching, as well as public administration in New York and Washington, D.C. She served in various capacities at the University of Alabama for over 20 years. She is the Founding President and Chairman Emeritus of the Birmingham Civil Rights Institute. This ArchiTreats presentation is made possible by the Friends of the Alabama Archives and a grant from the Alabama Humanities Foundation, a state program of the National Endowment for the Humanities. The public is invited to bring a sack lunch and enjoy a bit of Alabama history. Coffee and tea will be provided by the Friends of the Alabama Archives. For more information, call (334) 353-4712.