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We're Not OK: A Community of HealingMindful Love for Modern Relationships w/ Dr. Alicia WatkinsIf you’re ready to transform the way you love, this episode is your invitation.We sit down with Dr. Alicia Watkins, PhD, LCSW—renowned relationship therapist and national leader in the emotional and spiritual healing of Black relationships. With honesty and clinical depth, Dr. Alicia breaks down the real barriers to healthy romantic connections: trauma patterns, communication breakdowns, attachment wounds, ego work, and boundaries.This conversation speaks to anyone who has ever wondered why they repeat the same relationship cycles or struggle to feel safe, seen, and understood. Dr. Alicia offers clarity, compassion, and pract...
2025-11-2854 min
We're Not OK: A Community of HealingNFNTE Capital w/ Harold HughesIn this episode of We’re Not OK: A Community of Healing, we sit down with Harold Hughes, Founder & CEO of NFNTE Capital and the truest definition of a modern-day multihyphenate. With nearly two decades of experience in business development and operations, Harold has raised over $5M for his venture-backed startup, supported brands like Pepsi and LIFEWTR, and continues to create spaces where community and innovation meet.We explore the intersection of social well-being and social capital — how building authentic relationships can empower underserved communities, the unique challenges Black founders face in cultivating networks of support, and what it...
2025-11-1455 min
We're Not OK: A Community of HealingTransform Your Money Mindset w/ Steven M. HughesJoin us as we talk with Steven M. Hughes, Financial Therapist, Certified Financial Behavior Specialist®, and Reiki Master Teacher, about unpacking our relationship with money and transforming financial habits. We explore topics like becoming a financial faucet for your family, navigating the tension between a scarcity mindset and YOLO spending, creating your “fun” fund, and sharing client success stories from Steven that showcase the power of blending financial psychology, behavioral finance, and Reiki energy healing.A recognized financial expert, Steven serves as the on-air money specialist for CBS-WLTX and has appeared on CNBC Your Money and CBS Money...
2025-10-3155 min
We're Not OK: A Community of HealingEssence Moore: Thee Skin BossIf you’re struggling, consider therapy with our sponsor. Visit https://betterhelp.com/thenotokpod for a discount on your first month of therapy. If you have questions about the brand relating to how the therapists are credentialed, their privacy policy, or therapist compensation, here is anoverview written by the YouTube creators behind the channel Cinema Therapy that goes into these topics: https://www.reddit.com/r/cinema_therapy/comments/1dpriql/addressing_the_betterhelp_concerns_headon_deep/We’re joined today by Essence Moore, licensed esthetician,founder of AraxEssence, and owner of Lineage Studio NYC. With...
2025-10-1736 min
We're Not OK: A Community of HealingDr. Sarah Webb: Colorism HealingToday, we sit down with Dr. Sarah Webb, founder of Colorism Healing and a global leader in the fight to end colorism.Dr. Sarah has dedicated her career to addressing the deep impacts of colorism—bias and discrimination based on skin tone—through education, creativity, and healing. Her work stretches across continents, from teaching college courses and publishing books to hosting international writing contests, leading workshops and retreats, coaching clients, and mentoring students worldwide.With features on Fox Soul TV, Forbes, TEDx, MTV, and NPR, Dr. Sarah has used her voice and platform to amplify the...
2025-10-031h 03
We're Not OK: A Community of HealingDarian Aaron: GLAAD Down SouthIn this episode of We’re Not OK: A Community of Healing, we welcome Darian Aaron—a multi-award-winning journalist, newsroom leader, and narrative shifter with nearly two decades of experience.As the Director of Local News: US South at GLAAD and founder of GLAAD Down South, Darian is leading the fight to amplify Black queer voices and confront some of today’s most urgent battles—discriminatory laws in the South, harmful media narratives, and the erasure of LGBTQ people of color.Darian’s impact also extends through interviews with cultural icons including Billy Porter, Lena Waithe, Uzo...
2025-09-1938 min
We're Not OK: A Community of HealingDr. Shanéa Thomas: Death, Identity, and Inclusive HealingContent warning: This episode contains discussion of suicide. "If you or someone you know is in crisis, call or text the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline at 988 (para ayuda en español, llame al 988). The Lifeline provides 24-hour, confidential support to anyone in suicidal crisis or emotional distress. Call 911 in life-threatening situations. If you are worried about a friend’s social media updates, you can contact safety teams at the social media company . They have processes to reach out to connect the person with the help they need."In this episode of We’re Not OK: A Community of Healing, we sit down with Dr. S...
2025-09-0554 min
We're Not OK: A Community of HealingDr. Pamela Buchanan-Strong Medicine: Breaking Emotional FlatlineContent warning: This episode contains discussion of suicide. "If you or someone you know is in crisis, call or text the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline at 988 (para ayuda en español, llame al 988). The Lifeline provides 24-hour, confidential support to anyone in suicidal crisis or emotional distress. Call 911 in life-threatening situations. If you are worried about a friend’s social media updates, you can contact safety teams at the social media company . They have processes to reach out to connect the person with the help they need."This week, we sat down with Dr. Pamela Buchanan, the visionary behind Strong Medici...
2025-08-2248 min
We're Not OK: A Community of HealingDr. Alford Young, Jr. Redefining Strength: Black Masculinity in FocusWe’re Back – Welcome to Season 5!In the season opener, hosts Dr. Antija Allen and Justin Stewart sit down with Dr. Alford Young Jr.—University of Michigan professor and founding director of The Scholars Network on Masculinity and the Well-Being of African American Men—to explore the complexities of Black male identity.Together, they unpack the burdens, expectations, and societal pressures that shape how Black masculinity is perceived and lived. From emotional repression to distorted public narratives, the conversation examines how these forces impact mental health, relationships, and self-worth. Dr. Young offers powerful insight into how heal...
2025-08-0859 min
We're Not OK: A Community of HealingDr. Shawntal Brown: What to Expect When Expecting a DEI LayoffWelcome to the Season 4 Finale!Today, hosts Dr. Antija Allen and Justin Stewart sit down with Dr. Shawntal Z. Brown, a seasoned higher education professional and DEI advocate, to discuss the emotional and professional challenges faced by DEI practitioners amid increasing institutional pushback.Shawntal shares insights from her article, "What to Expect When Expecting a DEI Layoff," where she candidly reflects on her own experience of being laid off due to anti-DEI legislation. She emphasizes the importance of self-care, community support, and resilience during such transitions. The conversation delves into the broader implications of these la...
2025-05-3037 min
We're Not OK: A Community of HealingAmanda Hollowell: Color of ChangeIn this powerful episode, host Dr. Antija Allen and Justin Stewart sit down with Amanda Hollowell, Interim Chief of Campaigns at Color of Change—the nation’s largest online racial justice organization. With a career rooted in organizing, advocacy, and bold leadership, Amanda shares how she and her team are pushing campaigns that hold power to account and create lasting change for Black communities.From her early days with 9to5 Georgia to national impact with When We All Vote, Amanda’s journey reflects the heart of grassroots power meeting policy. We also talk about motherhood, legacy, and what it trul...
2025-05-1637 min
We're Not OK: A Community of HealingJane Dunhamn: The National Black Disability Coalition (NBDC)Get ready for an eye-opening, honest, and inspiring conversation with Jane Dunhamn—founder and Director of the National Black Disability Coalition (NBDC) and a trailblazer in Black disability advocacy with over 50 years of experience. Speaking with hosts Dr. Antija Allen and Justin Stewart, Ms. Dunhamn breaks down the big issues: ableism, the myths we believe about disability, how households respond to disabled family members, and what real inclusion actually looks like. Together, we talk about why disability justice matters, how race and disability intersect, and what all of us can do to better show up for disabled commu...
2025-05-0250 min
We're Not OK: A Community of HealingDr. Russell J. Ledet: The 15 White CoatsHosts Dr. Antija Allen and Justin Stewart are talking lab coats, legacy and breaking all the ceilings with the brilliant Dr. Russell J. Ledet - co-founder and president of The 15 White Coats. In a journey from US Navy Veteran to Security Guard to a trailblazing, triple-boarded physician, Dr. Ledet is rewriting what success looks like in medicine.In this episode, we talk about disrupting the status quo, why representation in the white coats matters for Black health outcomes, and how he's opening the doors for the next generation of Black excellence in medicine.You'll leave this c...
2025-04-1155 min
We're Not OK: A Community of HealingDr. Anica: Race (+) PositiveToday's episode is a mini reunion, as hosts Dr. Antija Allen and Justin Stewart are joined by Dr. Anica Mulzac. Creator/Founder of Race (+) Positive, LLC, Dr. Anica also contributed the chapter "Preserving the Mental Health of Black and Brown Professors in Academia" to their 2022 book, "We're Not OK: Black Faculty Experiences and Higher Education Strategies".Dr. Anica is a licensed clinical psychologist with expertise in human behavior and group dynamics. As the Executive Clinical Director and Provost at Resilience Lab, Dr. Anica spearheads the development and expansion of the Resilience Institute, a learning platform for...
2025-03-2849 min
We're Not OK: A Community of HealingRochelle Rawls & Girsea Martínez Rosas: Baddies in TechHosts Justin Stewart and Dr. Antija Allen welcome Rochelle Rawls and Girsea Martínez Rosas to the We're Not OK stage, both members of the Baddies in Tech community,Rochelle Rawls is a highly regarded Diversity Talent Attraction Partner and community-recognized dot connector, and has been recognized as one of LinkedIn’s Top Recruiting Voices. With an impactful career spanning over five years in recruitment, Rochelle has made significant contributions to diversifying the tech and healthcare industries, with a focus on creating inclusive opportunities for underrepresented communities. Her expertise lies in navigating the complexities of tech recru...
2025-03-1456 min
We're Not OK: A Community of HealingDr. Dwayne L. Buckingham: The Empathy and Resilience (E.R.) DoctorToday, hosts Dr. Antija Allen and Justin Stewart are joined by Dr. Dwayne L. Buckingham, affectionately known as the Empathy and Resilience (E.R.) Doctor. Author of 24 self-help books and producer of four documentaries, Dr. Buckingham is a board-certified licensed clinical psychotherapist, ICF Professional Certified Coach, retired decorated veteran, CEO of Buckingham Consulting Group, LLC, and director of Buckingham Coaching Academy. His 25 years of clinical experience and 22 years of military training have enabled him to serve individuals from all walks of life and consult with organizations with diverse staff and customers. Dr. Buckingham has been featured as a mental he...
2025-02-2835 min
We're Not OK: A Community of HealingDrs. Jenn Wells & Marissiko Wheaton Greer: Black Woman Employee LifecycleToday, hosts Dr. Antija Allen and Justin Stewart are joined by Drs. Jenn Wells and Marissiko Wheaton Greer, co-authors of the Black Woman Employee Lifecycle. Dr. Wells is an accomplished leader in organizational change and diversity, equity, and inclusion, with almost two decades of experience driving transformative initiatives across educational environments. Her work is centered on dismantling systemic barriers and fostering cultures of belonging and equity in organizations. where everyone can thrive. Jenn is passionate about creating sustainable change within organizations, ensuring that DEI is seamlessly integrated into their strategic vision and operations.Dr. Wheaton-Greer is a...
2025-02-1454 min
We're Not OK: A Community of HealingTahitia Timmons: Conscious By UsToday, hosts Dr. Antija Allen and Justin Stewart are joined by Tahitia Timmons, who owns and leads, Conscious By Us, LLC., a Small, Black, and Queer Woman Owned Business, which focuses on DEI and improving health equity through coaching, SME consulting, DEI Content reviews, and speaking events. With nearly 20 years of experience working with organizations and individuals, developing, and presenting inclusive content, Tahitia follows a transformational coaching method, geared towards creating psychological safety, cultural humility, and integrates concepts of belonging and engagement in her coaching practice. Tahitia also hosts her podcast, Health Equity 52, interviewing guests from a variety of...
2025-01-3151 min
We're Not OK: A Community of HealingAntwan Daniels & Dr. Tremayne Waller: Black Men in STEM EducationWELCOME BACK - A New Year, New Season AND New Episode!
In the debut of season 4, hosts Justin Stewart and Dr. Antija Allen are joined by Professor Antwan Daniels and Dr. Tremayne O. Waller. Professor Daniels is a profound science educator who has taught community college chemistry for over 11 years, striving to elevate learners by activating science awareness and positive change in our healthcare service communities. Dr. Waller serves as the Director of Graduate Student Programs at Virginia Tech, where he dedicates his efforts to fostering the recruitment, retention, and advancement of graduate scholars, particularly those hailing from historically...
2025-01-1753 min
We're Not OK: A Community of HealingAutumn Walker: The Soul Reasons LLCIn the season 3 closer, hosts Justin Stewart and Dr. Antija Allen are joined by Mental Health Therapist Autumn Walker. Founder of The Soul Reasons LLC, a call to action against the racial injustice that plagues society today, Autumn envisions a world where Black women are dismantling systemic oppression by actively pursuing their life’s purpose.
With eight years of thriving in the Human Services industry, joining over 700 clients on their journeys to wellness and self-actualization, Autumn focuses her passion on empowering Black women to overcome impostor syndrome to build self-confidence and fulfill their purpose driven goals and mission dr...
2024-12-1446 min
We're Not OK: A Community of HealingShenequa Golding: A Black Girl in the MiddleHosts Justin Stewart and Dr. Antija Allen are joined by Shenequa Golding, author of the 2024 title Black Girl in the Middle: Essays on (Allegedly) Figuring it All Out. Golding is a writer and an editor whose work focuses on race, gender, popular culture, and entertainment. Earning a degree in print journalism from Hampton University, Golding began her career for a small newspaper owned by the Chicago Sun-Times. A native New Yorker, Golding returned to her roots as an entertainment writer. Her work, both on-camera and in print, has appeared in prominent Black publications such as Vibe and Essence, as well as m...
2024-11-2945 min
We're Not OK: A Community of HealingSharif El-Mekki: Center for Black Educator DevelopmentHosts Justin Stewart and Dr. Antija Allen are joined by Sharif El-Mekki. Founder and CEO of the Center for Black Educator Development, the Center exists to ensure there will be equity in the recruiting, training, hiring, and retention of quality educators that reflect the cultural backgrounds and share common socio-political interests of the students they serve. El-Mekki has been recognized by President Barack Obama and Oprah Winfrey for his school, Mastery Charter Shoemaker, which has been awarded the prestigious EPIC award for three consecutive years as being amongst the top three schools in the country for accelerating students’ achievement leve...
2024-11-1555 min
We're Not OK: A Community of HealingPaulette Granberry Russell: NADOHEHosts Justin Stewart and Dr. Antija Allen are joined by Paulette Granberry Russell, president of National Association of Diversity Officers in Higher Education (NADOHE). A leading national voice on issues related to diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice, Russell's research interests include gender equity in STEM, campus culture and its impact on marginalized communities. With over 20 years advising on diversity and inclusion efforts, her passion is in dismantling structural racism to create more equitable experiences for faculty, students and staff of color.
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2024-11-0148 min
We're Not OK: A Community of HealingDanielle Mitchell: Black Women in Clinical ResearchHosts Justin Stewart and Dr. Antija Allen are joined by Danielle Mitchell, founder and CEO of Black Women in Clinical Research (BWICR). Recognized by Black Health Connect’s 40 under 40 for 2024, Mitchell has established influential relationships with key stakeholders, such as the White House, the Association of Clinical Research Professionals (ACRP), and the Diversity Network. BWICR provides access to resources, tools, and networks that empower, educate, and help Black women, men, and minorities thrive in the clinical research industry.
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2024-10-1837 min
We're Not OK: A Community of HealingTequila M. Johnson: The Equity AllianceHosts Justin Stewart and Dr. Antija Allen are joined by Tequila Johnson, co-founder and CEO of The Equity Alliance, whose mission is to build independent Black political and economic power through educating, empowering, and mobilizing Black people to take action and keep our government in check. Known as “Ms. Solutionary” and the “Mouth of the South,” Johnson spearheads initiatives to empower marginalized communities through economic opportunities and civic engagement that amplify the voices of those facing injustice.
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2024-10-0433 min
We're Not OK: A Community of HealingJordan Scott & Brittany Hanani: Black People Die by Suicide TooContent warning: This episode contains discussion of suicide. "If you or someone you know is in crisis, call or text the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline at 988 (para ayuda en español, llame al 988). The Lifeline provides 24-hour, confidential support to anyone in suicidal crisis or emotional distress. Call 911 in life-threatening situations. If you are worried about a friend’s social media updates, you can contact safety teams at the social media company . They have processes to reach out to connect the person with the help they need."
Hosts Justin Stewart and Dr. Antija Allen are joined by Black People Die B...
2024-09-201h 00
We're Not OK: A Community of HealingDr. Riana Elyse Anderson - Stress to Strength: RACE Space, Inc.Hosts Justin Stewart and Dr. Antija Allen are joined by Dr. Riana Elyse Anderson. A proud Detroit native, Dr. Anderson is the developer and director of the EMBRace (Engaging, Managing, and Bonding through Race) intervention and CEO and Founder of RACE Space Inc. supporting young people of color as they learn about, navigate and overcome racism. Her mission is to facilitate healing in Black families with practical applications of her research and clinical services to reduce racial stress and heal from racial trauma.
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2024-09-0630 min
We're Not OK: A Community of HealingDr. Courtney McCluney: The Art of Work-Life BalanceAs the summer winds down, hosts Justin Stewart and Dr. Antija Allen are joined by Dr. Courtney L. McCluney. A Lady of Leisure recovering from cycles of burnout and overwork, Dr. Courtney uses her platforms to provide insights on the essential need for rest and recovery in our lives, illustrated through her literary contributions in Chief, Forbes and Harvard Business Review. As the Founder and Principal of EquiWell Partners™, a consulting advisory firm, she advocates equity and wellness at work through policy change and strategic consulting.
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2024-08-2347 min
We're Not OK: A Community of HealingDamon Rawls: #BuyBlackIn the season 3 opener, hosts Justin Stewart and Dr. Antija Allen are joined by Damon Rawls. Newly appointed as the Knox County Commissioner for District 1 of Knoxville, TN, Rawls is a highly accomplished digital marketing strategist, entrepreneur, and community leader with a passion for helping small businesses succeed. Founder of the Knoxville Black Business Directory (KBBD), Damon works tirelessly to support his community through business development, school board advocacy and affordable housing.
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2024-08-0943 min
We're Not OK: A Community of HealingSeason 2 Reflections: Dr. Antija Allen & Justin StewartHosts Justin Stewart and Dr. Antija Allen discuss their second season. Listen in and be moved to laughter at some times and tears at others. They reflect on their guests, common themes, how they have evolved, and engage in candid conversation about the podcast itself. From politics to poetry, DEI to mental health, and everything in between--this is an episode you won't want to miss.
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2024-07-2755 min
We're Not OK: A Community of HealingDr. Adia Harvey Wingfield: The Gray Areas of DEIHosts Justin Stewart and Dr. Antija Allen are joined by Dr. Adia Harvey Wingfield. Inspired by her 2023 book, “Gray Areas: How the Way We Work Perpetuates Racism and What We Can Do to Fix It”, our discussion examines creating an inclusive organizational culture in the wake of many companies backtracking on their advocacy for DEI. We tackle the impacts to Black professionals, and how organizations can reshape hiring and advancement to combat inequality.
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2024-06-2838 min
We're Not OK: A Community of HealingDr. Frank C. Worrell: Am I Good Enough?Hosts Justin Stewart and Dr. Antija Allen are joined by Dr. Frank C. Worrell, Distinguished Professor in the School of Education at UC Berkeley. A man of many titles who has been honored with numerous awards and accolades, his areas of expertise include at-risk youth, teaching effectiveness and academic talent development/gifted education. Together, we explore a myriad of topics such as the importance of cultural identities, his 2022 presidency with the American Psychological Association (APA), and current disparities in education impact Black students.
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2024-06-1556 min
We're Not OK: A Community of HealingDr. Tiffany Galvin Green: Inclusive Conversations ToolkitHosts Justin Stewart and Dr. Antija Allen are joined by Dr. Tiffany Galvin Green, VP of DE&I Strategies and Education at Exponential Talent LLC.
Key Topics: Inclusion Conversation Cards; The Nature of the Cards; How they Help Initiate Conversations About Inclusion Between Leaders, Managers, and Other Employees; and How Organizations Can Utilize Metrics to Measure the Success of Inclusive Programs.
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2024-05-3141 min
We're Not OK: A Community of HealingDr. June Parks: Well-Being and ResilienceHosts Justin Stewart and Dr. Antija Allen are joined by Dr. June Parks. June Parks, Ph.D. is a licensed clinical psychologist, higher education consultant, speaker, lecturer, and youth empowerment specialist who shows young people, and the professionals who provide services to them, how to obtain mental wellness and resilience.
Key Episode Topics:
Unpacking Resiliency
Play Therapy
The Bullying of Dr. Claudine Gay
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2024-05-1730 min
We're Not OK: A Community of HealingTasha Cole: Your Voice Makes the DifferenceHosts Justin Stewart and Dr. Antija Allen are joined by Tasha Cole--the inaugural Deputy Executive Director and Chief Diversity Officer for the Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee (DCCC). Through her vast experience working on presidential campaigns, political conventions, statewide ballot initiatives and as deputy campaign manager for a U.S. Senate campaign in Florida, they unpack topics including her participation in this year’s Power Rising Summit, anti-DEI legislation, the need for safe spaces, and the 2024 election.
Tasha Cole is a transformational leader when it comes to the issues of diversity, equity, and inclusion in Dem...
2024-05-0341 min
We're Not OK: A Community of HealingDr. Tyrone Howard: A Call to ActionHosts Justin Stewart and Dr. Antija Allen are joined by Dr. Tyrone Howard--President of the American Educational Research Association (AERA) and professor of education in the School of Education and Information Studies (SEIS) at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA).
Key Episode Topics:
AERA's Annual Meeting
Black Male Institute
College Enrollment of Black Males
Recommendations for promoting inclusion for students.
Tyrone Howard is president of the American Educational Research Association (AERA) and professor of education in the School of Education and Information Studies (SEIS) at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA).
2024-04-1944 min
We're Not OK: A Community of HealingDr. Howard Stevenson: Telling Your StoryHosts Justin Stewart and Dr. Antija Allen are joined by Dr. Howard Stevenson--a professor, researcher, activist, and top university-based scholar.
Key Episode Topics:
The Racial Empowerment Collaborative
Confrontation not retaliation
Trauma
Racial literacy-based interventions
Helping children, families, and professionals confront microaggressions and heal from racial hate.
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2024-04-0440 min
We're Not OK: A Community of HealingDr. Wendi Williams: She Been ReadyHosts, Dr. Antija Allen and Justin Stewart are joined by psychologist, educator, and advocate--Dr. Wendi Williams @drwendiwilliams.
Key Episode Takeaways
Black Women's Liberatory Leadership (BWeLL) Praxis
Her podcast, She (Been) Ready
Black Women at Work
Solidarity and Leadership Among Women
How Institutions Utilize Women in the Workplace
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2024-03-2349 min
We're Not OK: A Community of HealingDr. Rassheedah Watts: Say Her NameHosts Justin Stewart and Dr. Antija Allen are joined by Dr. Rassheedah “Eda” Watts. The “Inclusive Community Architect”, Dr. Eda is an activator, helping organizations and individuals build capacity for stronger communities. We take a dive into the parallels of Anti-DEI and Anti-Racism, “Academic Black Table Talk”, her 2023 title “Black Womb Dialogues” and more.
Natasha McKenna, Breonna Taylor, Alberta Spruill, Rekia Boyd, Sandra Bland, Korryn Gaines and so many more Black women that were taken prematurely. Some of these you may be familiar with, others you will hear thir names for the first time. #sayhername
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2024-03-0850 min
We're Not OK: A Community of HealingJaylene Clark Owens: My Voice, My ChoiceIn the 3rd episode of Season 2 , Antija Allen @antijaallen & Justin Stewart take a step outside of higher education and have a joyful and lively conversation with acclaimed poet, actress, and viral sensation--Jaylene Clark Owens. Among many other topics, they unpack identity, authenticity, code switching, the CROWN act, and Harlem, NY. The discussion also centers around her groundbreaking poems, "My Voice, My Choice," and "A Black Girl and her Hair-EP."
Jaylene Clark Owens is a vibrant and imaginative soul hailing from Harlem, NY and currently finding her creative groove in the Greater Philadelphia Region. She is...
2024-02-2349 min
We're Not OK: A Community of HealingDr. Ed Garnes: From Afros to ShelltoesHosts Dr. Antija Allen and Justin Stewart have a lively conversation with Dr. Ed Garnes. They discuss Black psychology, healing, From Afros to Shelltoes, Reclamation Point Black Men & Mental Health Podcast that he hosts with Moetown Lee, and so much more. You won't want to miss this episode that's filled with lessons and laughter. HOME — https://dredgarnes.com/
“Here is the significance of my dear brother Ed Garnes, Jr. and From Afros To Shelltoes’ Sweet Tea Ethics. There is no other group in Atlanta that can bring together such engaged, high quality, and substantial dialogue about the crucia...
2024-02-0239 min
We're Not OK: A Community of HealingDr. Sydney Freeman: The House is BurningIn the Season 2 opener, hosts @notokbookproject, Dr. Antija Allen & Justin T. Stewart, have a powerful conversation with Dr. Sydney Freeman, Jr. Inspired by Dr. Freeman’s 2022 article, “I’m Scared that I Have Mentored My People into a Burning House | Diverse: Issues In Higher Education (diverseeducation.com),”they take a deeper dive into his experiences in Higher Education, some of the challenges as a Black faculty member, and how he questions if he is leading the new generation of educators on the right path.
Dr. Sydney Freeman, Jr. is a full professor within the Leadership and Counseling Departme...
2024-01-1241 minWe're Not OK: A Community of HealingSeason 1 Wrap-Up/Mailbag EpisodeIn this final episode of season 1, hosts Dr. Antija Allen and Justin T. Stewart, answer your questions, discuss their book We're Not OK, tell you what to expect from Season 2, and share their goals for 2024.
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2023-12-2147 min
We're Not OK: A Community of HealingDr. Nicholas Hartlep: Racial Battle FatigueIn this episode, hosts Dr. Antija Allen and Justin T. Stewart, sit down with Dr. Nicholas D. Hartlep to discuss his book," Racial Battle Fatigue in Faculty: Perspectives and Lessons from Higher Education (Diverse Faculty in the Academy)," the publishing process itself, his exciting upcoming projects, and other topics you won't want to miss.
Nicholas D. Hartlep (Ph.D., University of Wisconsin–Milwaukee) (He/Him/His) holds the Robert Charles Billings Endowed Chair in Education at Berea College, where he chairs the Education Studies Department. His research includes examinations of the model minority stereotype of Asian Americans, higher...
2023-12-1142 min
We're Not OK: A Community of HealingDr. Steven Hoffler: Black Tax and BurnoutIn this episode, hosts Dr. Antija Allen and Justin T. Stewart, sit down with Dr. Steven Hoffler for an in-depth discussion on Black Tax and its ties to burnout for Black faculty. Dr. Steven Hoffler is an Associate Professor and currently serves as the Assistant Chairperson in the Department of Social Work at Southern Connecticut State University, where he teaches in the undergraduate and graduate programs. At Southern, he served as the Co-Chairperson of the university’s inaugural Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Advisory Council and as an advisor to BROSE, aka, the Brotherhood of Scholarship and Excellence, in which he...
2023-11-1744 min
We're Not OK: A Community of HealingDr. Hideko Sera: Affirmative Action in Higher EducationIn this episode, hosts Dr. Antija Allen and Justin T. Stewart, sit down with Dr. Hideko Sera who provided insight on how the supreme court's ruling on affirmative action has impacted higher education. Hideko Sera, PsyD, is director of Equity, Inclusion and Belonging (EIB) at Morehouse College.
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2023-10-2731 min
We're Not OK: A Community of HealingAlison Rodriguez: The State of DEI in Higher EducationIn their debut episode, hosts Dr. Antija Allen and Justin T. Stewart, sit down with Alison Rodriguez who provided insight on the current landscape of DEI, and the impacts if programming or initiatives are rolled back or eliminated in colleges and universities.
Alison Rodriguez is an actor, filmmaker and teacher focused on diversity and racial equity. She has worked at Bailiwick Repertory Theater, National Pastime Theater, and HealthWorks Theater. Her films have appeared in many festivals, including the Pan African Film Festival, San Francisco Black Film Festival, Black Harvest International Film Festival, and the Chicago International Children’s Film...
2023-10-1140 min
Real Talk: A Diversity in Higher Ed PodcastBeyond a Book Club: Black Faculty React to "We're Not Ok"Black faculty members offer perspective following a university-hosted event featuring Justin Stewart and Antija Allen, authors of We're Not Okay: Black Faculty Experiences and Higher Education Strategies. The conversation is navigated by Diane Ariza, vice president of Southern's Office for DEI. If you haven't listened to our episode with Justin and Antija, we recommend heading back to Season 4, Episode 8 and listening to that one first! Today's conversation features Mary Boudreaux, Associate Professor & Program Director for Educational Leadership and Policy Studies; Marian Evans, Associate Professor of Public Health and a second-time podcast guest; Steven Hoffler, Associate P...
2022-11-011h 05
Teaching in Higher EdWe’re Not Ok, with Antija Allen and Justin StewartAntija Allen and Justin Stewart talk about their book, We’re Not Ok: Black Faculty Experiences and Higher Education Strategies, on episode 409 of the Teaching in Higher Ed podcast.
Quotes from the episode
Your voice is important. Your individuality is important. Your presence is important.
-Justin Stewart
We’re not ok but we’re not always comfortable telling people we’re not ok.
-Antija Allen
I don’t want my students to be shocked that I am black and that I am teaching them.
-Antija Allen
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2022-04-1445 min
Real Talk: A Diversity in Higher Ed PodcastAre We OK? Black Faculty Experiences in Higher EducationJamil and KC are joined by Dr. Antija Allen and Justin Stewart, co-editors and authors to talk about their forthcoming book We're Not Okay: Black Faculty Experiences and Higher Education Strategies.Check them out here! https://linktr.ee/notokbookproject
2022-03-281h 15
In The MarginsEP 68 We're Not OK: Black Faculty Experiences and Higher Education Strategies with authors Dr. Antija Allen and Justin StewartThe challenges minorities face in higher education is not a new conversation nor specific to the education industry. Difficulties in recruitment and retention of minority faculty, as well as the desire for many majority institutions to diversify, has been stated for years but with little to no true conversation and progress. With the desire for change and their own experiences as black staff and faculty in higher education, Dr. Antija Allen and Justin Stewart sit down with your host, David Pluviose, to discuss their book We're Not OK: Black Faculty Experiences and Higher Education Strategies. Fr...
2022-03-1748 min