After School Talk Podcast: Recent Episodes
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Represnting HBCUs, educators and black love, each week Melvin and ShaRon talk about it all on this high energy podcast. This couple brings in the lauhgter while keepin‘ it real.
One thing our students need a safe space to speak about is body insecurities. On this episode, we are going to see how skin complexion and size can be addressed using Lovecraft Country.
Daddy issues ... this topic is one for the books! Let's discuss your students and their daddy issues and how we can apply is to our Green Book initiative.
If you have not watched Lovecraft Country on HBO Max, then GET TO IT! On this episode, we are going to discuss how to add this tv series into your programming curriculum
On this episode we discuss a teacher's frustration with trying to get his 7th grade class to perform on grade level and how no one is talking about it
A parent filed a complaint with the board because her student could not order Doordash at the school. She believes if teachers can do it, so can the students. Let's discuss!
With the recent school shooting, we had to take a pivot to discuss the current needs of the school system. Because, the last few weeks have been WILD!
Let's talk about what is NEW with After School Talk and how we are helping educators be innovative
On this episode, we discuss fights in the classroom. These teachers are fighting for their lives and it's ridiculous!
High school educators are either preparing for prom and signing up for chaperone duty. Let's discuss the intentions around prom. What are we doing all of this for?
On this episode, let's discuss the recent media's depiction of the National Championship winner, Angel Reese.
On this episode, let's discuss how my daughter's third grade year almost turned me into an elementary school drop out.
We are back baby!!!! Tune in to learn more about what to expect from the After School Talk podcast.
When I think, I think of place ... according to the lyrics, love was overflowing in Diana Ross' home. But what if it's not. Listen to Melvin and ShaRon discuss family drama during the holidays.
After watching Drink Champs with Kanye West, Melvin and ShaRon sit down to discuss what does financial freedom really look like.
Unhappy at the job? Unhappy with being single? Unhappy with your health? Let's talk about how Michael Jackson in The Wiz highlights the feeling of being stuck.
This episode turned into a WHOLE SERMON! Check out Melvin and ShaRon's take on The Wiz's Emerald City scene and people's need to follow the trend.
Bruh! Some folks just love to complain. Listen to Melvin and ShaRon talk about getting those people out of your life.
On this episode, Melvin and ShaRon get a chance to check out the food at Prime Time Bar and Grill while discussing the student protest at Howard University. Dig in!
We have alot to catch up on this week. Let's talk business then tell you about OneMusic Fest in Atlanta.
Listen! Somebody in The Crew has got to. Is your Crew helping you or is it time to switch it up? Check out Melvin and ShaRon's review of the classic film Juice.
From ShaRon's birthday surprise to the real struggle of leading this hustler life, tune in to the new episode for a DOPE conversation
We are officially entering our hustle season. Let'd discuss what excellence looks like in 2021
As two church kids, we've had our days of choir practices and performances. On this episode, we go through our top gospel songs from back in the day
On this episode, Melvin and ShaRon discuss their recent 10year wedding anniversary photo shoot and the fear of respectability politics
Inspired by the ratchetness of Wendy and the blessings of Tabitha. How are you getting your life together?
After the age of 30, friendships may shift. What does friendship look like in adulthood?
You can't iron on Sunday? You can't listen to that music? Listen to Melvin and ShaRon discuss parenting a childhood questions.
Summer brings about transitions. On this episode, we discuss how to determine whether you should stick to what you are doing or try something else.
There is no way to escape it. You did it to yourself. Listen to Melvin and ShaRon's take on making bad decisions
You can't walk in everyone's shoes. Listen to Melvin and ShaRon discuss identity and how trying to be like other people can be painful.
Melvin and ShaRon tap into knowing your gift, using your talent and walking in your purpose.
A teacher puts a prinicpal on blasts, a students fails all of his classes and folks are still using the N-word
We still on the R&B vibe this weekend. Black feminism and the vulnerabitly of Jazmine Sullivan's new album mixed with Beyonce's Lemonade.
A prinicpal declaring an "All Lives Matter" theme for Black History Month ... let's talk about it
On this episode, the Dukes are joined by Black Cultural Center Director, Mr. Sean Palmer to disscuss the necessity of black history programs in K-12 and higher edu. Listen at your own risk because this is straight up, no chaser.
Living pay check to check. Low credit score. High debt. UGH! Melvin and ShaRon discuss the lack of financial literacy in their community & how a Kanye West song became an eye opening moment.
T'was the night before grad school and all through the house, a black girl was stressed and ready to drop out. On this episode Dr.Dukes discusses the dark side of graduate school.
On this episode, Melvin and ShaRon discuss the importance of teaching students (and sometimes adults) how to think before you speak. It's a work in progress.
Melvin and ShaRon have survived a whole semester in a pandemic without their schools closing. Join them to find out how.
Language warning for this episode! We cannot go to the biggest trap event of the year (virtually) and not talk about it. Melvin and ShaRon are joined by their son Stuckey to discuss the Verzuz battle between Gucci and Jeezy. A lot of yelling and a WHOLE lot of fun!
The holidays aren't always festive. On this episode, Melvin and ShaRon discuss how to deal with toxic family members during the holidays and ways educators can rethink the holidays for their students.
On this episode, the Dukes' discuss the influence of the 98 release of Juvenile's 400 Degreez album on Cash Money Records
We always do things a little different. So your average Fall fesitval couldn't work for us. Sit down as we tell you about the time we hosted a Walking Dead Fashion Show at school.
It's haunted houses, HBCU homecomings, and horror movie season. ShaRon's favorite time of year. So let's tap into the genre of black horror films from Candyman to Lovecraft Country ... let's go!
On this episode, The Dukes' are joined by Dominique Lester, a theologian and trap curator. They disucss the beginnings of trap music and its impact on the education system.
From the first presidential debate to Melvin growing up without a radio to the first time we heard Outkast, check out how we fell in love with Outkast's classic Stankonia album, released 20years ago.
This week we reflect on the GREAT movie with the voice himself, Mr. Morgan Freeman in the 1989 film, Lean on Me.
Fun times with the Dukes' ... on this episode ShaRon tells Melvin about her experience sitting in on Trap Theology session and how it applies to education.
On this episode, Melvin and ShaRon review a former students rap album then discuss the Wayne vs Andre 3000
On this episode, Melvin and ShaRon discuss what it's like with school re-opening and what new content they are working on.
On this episode, Melvin and ShaRon sit down with Coach Spry (ShaRon's father) to discuss the recent trend in top athletes choosing HBCUs and the challenges/benefits of an HBCU experience.
Energy. The older we get, the more we need. But all energy is not good energy. Join Melvin and ShaRon as they discuss how to monitor the energy you let into your life. They are rejoined with Steven from the "Toxic Energy" episode.
Melvin and ShaRon take pride in being HBCU graduates ... you hear it every week the intro. So as proud graduates, they were excited to have the opportunity to sit down with the 19th President of Morris Brown College, Dr. Kevin James, and discuss his commitment to restoring the school from a $30million bankruptcy and accreditation loss.
Credit score? Interest rates? Juneteenth? Melvin and ShaRon reflect on the lessons that were left out of school when they were youngsters.
Melvin and ShaRon reflect on their personal experiences with racism in the classroom ... same city ... two different schools ... two COMPLETELY different experiences
Oh the wonderful world of Twitter. The hashtag Black in the Ivory is exposing the horror stories of being a minority on campus. On this episode, Melvin and ShaRon discuss the experiences of African Americans as students and professionals in the academia.
Words cannot describe this episode. Melvin and ShaRon sat down with Dr. Salome Thomas-EL, popularly known as Principal EL, to discuss a variety of topics in education. Principal EL is the author of I Choose to Stay and The Immortality of Influence. He is also an internationally known speaker appearing on Dr. Oz, CNN, NPR and Oprah Radio. The man even knows WILL SMITH! This episode pours into the need of the education community and our students. Share & Subscribe.
The world is opening back up but Miss Corona is still around. Melvin and ShaRon speak with Dr. Bie Etinge about the virus and important tips to stay healthy and SAFE.
In the words of black moms everywhere "People talked about Jesus." Yea. We get that part. But dealing with the opinions of people you don't know is still hard. On this episode, Melvin and ShaRon discuss their experience with student leaders who dealt with criticism from their peers.
Melvin and ShaRon are joined by Sean Palmer, director of a multicultural center, to discuss how students are navigating racism and daily microaggression in school. IT'S ALOT! Make sure you look out for Part II.
No shade but parenting is not everyone. Melvin and ShaRon team up with their friend, Steven McCraney, to discuss generational toxicity and communication shortfalls in parenting.
Melvin and ShaRon catch up with their friend Chris Baxter and have a conversation on white privilege, white fragility and creating safer spaces for minority students.
Melvin and ShaRon grew up as church kids and after watching The Clark Sisters film on Lifetime, they decided to team up with Jhaniqua Palmer to breakdown some practices of the church and how they can affect students.
While on quarantine, Melvin and ShaRon decide to check out Tiger King. So catch up with them to wrap up Self-Made and discuss the foolishness of Joe Exotic and Carol Baskin.
Melvin and ShaRon move on to Parts 2 & 3 of the Netflix series "Self-Made: Inspired by the Life of Madame CJ Walker".
Melvin and ShaRon discuss the Netflix series that has flipped the game on our original black history books and triggered our thoughts on colorism. Let's talk about Self-Made:Inspired by the life of Madame C.J.Walker.
Melvin and ShaRon weigh in on argument that all children with good wi-fi can learn. Wait .. say that again?! Does the "rona" have us rethinking traditional school?
Melvin and ShaRon discuss the COVID-19 on education while sipping on their favorite drink ... margaritas!
On this episode, Melvin and ShaRon talk about their latest trip to the National Youth At-Risk Conference and how educators are handling the coronavirus.
This episode is dedicated to Louie and Keith. Two people our friends and family suddenly lost this week.
After many days of sadness and confusion, Melvin and ShaRon decided they needed the best therapy ... laughter! Find out how Melvin got dragged during a girl fight while ShaRon found herself with the ultimate bubble guts during a meeting.
Melvin and ShaRon chop it up with K. Gladney, former hiphop blogger, podcast host and high school mentor. As a follow-up to the last episode, they discussed how Gladney used hiphop in a high school mentoring program and the influence of the music in the new generation.
Melvin and ShaRon sit down with Rev.Dr. Charles E. Goodman, pastor of the historic Tabernacle Baptist Church in Augusta, Georgia, to discuss his article featured in The Source Magazine focused on the death of the young rapper, Juice World and the response of the church. We discuss everything from hiphop in the church to mental health awareness for the young people in our communities.
On this episode Melvin and ShaRon discuss ridiculous school policies and the systems black teachers are fighting against for their students.
ShaRon and Melvin tell the truth on working together at the same school for 7 years ... the good AND the bad
NOTHING compares to an HBCU homecoming & as we prepare for ours, we reflect on the state of HBCUs and the necessity for innovative leadership & ideas
On this episode we discuss Dr. Dukes' job description and how a shady conversation pushed her to earning her doctorate.
On this episode we discuss the importance of building relationships when advising a club & organization at school and how one Tweet rubbed us the wrong way.
Difficult episode to get through but it was necessary. Be grateful for the relationships you build in education.