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Locked On HBCU - Daily Podcast On HBCU Football & BasketballWEAK: Does Out of Conference Scheduling Matter? NCCU v SCSU Loses Steam After ESPN ReschedulingHBCU Football Scheduling Controversy: Is Jackson State Taking the Easy Route? Darrion Gray tackles the hot-button issue of Jackson State's out-of-conference scheduling practices. Are the Tigers purposefully avoiding tough matchups? The host breaks down JSU's 2024 and 2025 schedules, questioning their strategy and impact on HBCU football's competitiveness. Gray also dissects ESPN's controversial decision to move the North Carolina Central vs South Carolina State game to an inconvenient time slot, potentially affecting the MEAC championship race. Plus, hear Herman Brister's fiery comments about upcoming rivalries and why "hate weeks" are the lifeblood of college athletics. ...
2025-08-1227 minLocked On HBCU - Daily Podcast On HBCU Football & BasketballUPROAR: Southern's Herman Brister III TARGETS Jackson State and FAMU| Examining the SWAC Elite TierHBCU Football: Southern's Title Dreams, Alcorn's Elite Status Debate Can Southern University reclaim SWAC football glory? Host Darrion Gray dissects Herman Brister III's bold championship aspirations and Southern's path to success. The conversation shifts to a heated debate on Alcorn State's "elite" status in the conference, analyzing their performance against top opponents. Gray explores Prairie View A&M's recruiting coup and compares it to Jackson State's recent success. The episode wraps up with intriguing speculation about NFL star Cam Newton potentially covering HBCU sports. Tune in for Gray's expert analysis on these pivotal HBCU football s...
2025-08-0528 minLocked On HBCU - Daily Podcast On HBCU Football & BasketballNorth Carolina Central Eagles: Best Team in HBCU Football| Southern Jaguars Humbled by Nicholls LossIs North Carolina Central the best team in HBCU football? With their strong performance against out-of-conference opponents and minimal weaknesses, the debate is heating up. Alabama State's defense, led by cornerbacks Caleb Offord and James Burgess, showcased their physical prowess by limiting the Florida A&M Rattlers' offense. Meanwhile, Southern Jaguars' mentality is under scrutiny after player Herman Brister's comments about needing humility post-victory against Prairie View A&M. The episode also analyzes FAMU quarterback Daniel Richardson's performance, particularly his challenges against Alabama State. Coach Graves' frustration with Southern's positioning adds another layer to the discussion.
2024-10-0826 min
The Conference Room22 Building Your School CultureIn this episode of The Conference Room podcast, we are thrilled to welcome Kelley Stein, an accomplished educational leader and the current Director of Academics for the West Baton Rouge Parish School System. Kelley brings a wealth of experience in building a strong, positive school culture and fostering productive relationships with students, staff, parents, and the broader community. During her tenure as principal, she has led her school to significant academic achievements, including substantial LEAP 2025 score growth and recognition as a Capturing Kid’s Hearts National Showcase School.In our conversation, we di...
2024-09-0837 minThe Conference Room21 Summer Strategies for Early Literacy DevelopmentWelcome to the June edition of The Conference Room podcast, centered around "Early Literacy Matters: A Leader's Guide to Systematic Change." As the school year ends and summer begins, it’s crucial to implement strategies to keep children engaged in literacy activities. This episode focuses on:Preparing for a Literacy-Rich Summer:Encouraging participation in local library summer reading programs.Organizing book swap events.Helping students set personal reading goals.Providing Resources for Families:Sending home summer reading kits.Providing lists of online resources, apps, and educational websites.Hosting workshops or webinars for parents.Setting Up for the Upcoming School Year:Re...
2024-07-0326 minThe Conference Room20 The Need For ReflectionJoin hosts Herman and Jessica Brister in The Conference Room Podcast's latest episode! In this edition, the BASIC Solutions Team navigates the crucial task of reviewing and reflecting on the 1st semester. Explore with us as district, school, and teacher leaders dissect achievements, address challenges, and strategize for an empowered 2nd semester. Tune in for insightful discussions, practical tips, and the inspiration needed to propel educational excellence! 🌐📚 #Reflections #EveryLeaderNeedsACoach #TheresAlwaysASolution
2023-12-2749 minThe Conference Room19 Capitalizing on Athletics and Extra Curricular Activities in SchoolsThe Conference Room welcomes eight time champion Jeffery Jones to the podcast. He currently serves as an Assistant Principal, Athletic Director, and Head Coach at Madison Prep Academy, located in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Many educators ponder the question of balancing academics and athletics (extra curricular activities). In this episode we tackle, the process of building a championship program, recruitment, and sustaining academic success while building an award winning program.
2022-03-1346 minThe Conference Room18 Assessing Teaching & Learning During Covid-19 Pt. 2Chief Academic Officer, LaMont Cole enters The Conference Room to share his candid thoughts on the state of education during pandemic. Many educators have been forced to reimagine teaching and learning. In these episodes he talks about suspensions, emotional support, educators being part of the decision making process, student failures, among other topics and issues. Teachers, schools, and districts have faced unprecedented challenges as a result of the pandemic. One of the central challenges for educators has been the need to figure out how to meet the individual needs of students. Students have had dramatically different experiences during...
2021-04-1244 minThe Conference Room17 Assessing Teaching & Learning During Covid-19The Conference Room welcomes Chief Academic Officer, LaMont Cole. Mr. Cole wanted to share his candid thoughts on the state of education during the pandemic. Many educators have been forced to reimagine teaching and learning. In these episodes he talks about suspensions, emotional support, educators as decision makers, student failures, among other topics and issues.Teachers, schools, and districts have faced unprecedented challenges as a result of the pandemic. One of the central challenges for educators has been the need to meet the individual needs of students. Students have had dramatically different experiences during the pandemic, making the...
2021-01-0327 minThe Conference Room16 Using DBQ's to Engage StudentsThe Conference Room welcomes Mrs. Renita Sherrard to the show. Document Based Questions (DBQ’s) are essay questions where students are asked to analyze specific issues or trends with the assistance of provided sources to use as evidence. These sources aka “documents” are provided to students to use as resources to cite and provide a foundation for their responses. DBQ’s allow students to create a strong thesis using the support from provided documents; thus, allowing students to make connections while consolidating information into one concise composition. Mrs. Sherrard draws on her twenty five years of experience and expertise as an educa...
2020-12-2830 minThe Conference Room15 Meaningful Discussions in a Virtual EnvironmentThe Conference Room welcomes Lindsey Wells. She is a science teacher at Southern University Laboratory School where she teaches Chemistry, Physics, and AP Environmental Science. As educators endure the global pandemic, we are reminded that having meaningful discussions are paramount to student success. In this episode Ms. Wells recounts her LACUE presentation, “Meaningful Discussions in a Virtual Environment.” There are many tools and resources made available to educators to ensure students can be engaged in quality dialogue. Her presentation can be viewed here.
2020-12-2133 minThe Conference Room14 Louisiana State Teacher of The YearThe Conference Room welcomes Nathalie Roy. She teaches Roman technology, classical mythology, and Latin at Glasgow Middle School in East Baton Rouge Parish. Her classes feature interactive lessons about the ancient Romans and Greeks infused with STEM, a unique curricular idea that has afforded her many grant opportunities. Roy is a graduate of public school in Avoyelles Parish where both her parents wereteachers. Roy studied classical archaeology at the American Academy in Rome(as a Fulbright Scholar) and at the American School of Classical Studies atAthens. A National Board Certified Teacher, Roy has published articles...
2020-10-1831 minThe Conference Room13 New School for New Age EducationMany educators and stakeholders do not know what takes place behind the scenes as school leaders set the vision, consistently plan, and work to construct new facilities for 21st century learners. Walt Lemoine has successfully executed all of these phases. He is a great example of what schools need in a leader to ensure both students and teachers flourish. His even killed personality has proven to be an asset as he facilitates the overall experience for his students.
2020-09-0639 minThe Conference Room12 Schools and Family Road ServicesThe Conference Room welcomes Ms. Dena Christy of Family Road of Greater Baton Rouge. This non-profit organization delivers services to assist families – both directly and in coordination with 100+ private, non-profit, public and governmental agencies. Their “one-stop” network is designed to build stronger and healthier families with hands-on programs that address the health, social, and economic problems within our community.
2020-08-3048 minThe Conference Room11 The New Normal Virtual Education with Nadia SealsIn this episode, we speak with Mrs. Nadia Seals, Fuel Education 2019 Transformation award winning Southern University Laboratory Virtual School Director. Mrs. Seals discusses the new normal for learning, virtual education. Many school districts have opted for "hybrid" and/or 100% virtual education. In doing so, all educators are seeking best practices to support teaching and learning in an environment with many uncertainties and new challenges. Mrs. Seals provides us with practical tips to thrive as we return to learn.
2020-08-1634 minThe Conference Room10 Men2FitMentoringLed by Darrell Jackson and Tommy Manning, Ment-2-Fit Mentorship Program is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization established to address and provide support to youth as they encounter challenges such as emotional self-acceptance to mental and physical awareness. Their goal is to protect and correct the lives of the youth, while encouraging family relationships and restoring positive behavior among the youth. They can be found on Instagram: ment2fitmentoring and Facebook: Ment-2-Fit Mentoring Program.
2020-06-0839 minThe Conference Room09 Cultivating Relationships to Student Success w_Shalika ScottThe Conference Room welcomes Ms. Shalika Scott. She is an award winning Principal at Scotlandville Pre-Engineering Magnet School known as SPEMA. Since taking the reins at SPEMA, her school has seen steady growth. Under her leadership the school has created prosthetic parts, engineered cars, and developed partnerships with local businesses. During our conversation, she communicated her love and devotion to her students and parents. Ms. Scott and her staff cultivate the culture of building strong relationships. Currently, she is a semi finalist for state principal of the year.
2020-05-1534 minThe Conference Room08 Preparing for What's Next After COVID-19What’s next after COVID-19? Sue Catchings is a prominent leader in Health Centers in Schools. In 2015, John Schlitt awarded her the School-Based Health Alliance’s Lifetime Advocate Award. In this episode, she provides common sense thoughts on keeping our students healthy throughout the school year. Her organization serves 42,000 students on 97 campuses and strategically partners with schools, community physicians, and hospitals. She has built a comprehensive, integrated, and first-class school health care program across the entire East Baton Rouge Parish school system and influenced the growth of the model across all of Louisiana.
2020-04-1832 minThe Conference Room07 Promoting The Arts in SchoolsSean Joffrion serves as Director of Fine Arts for the East Baton Rouge Parish School System. He is responsible for visual and performing arts budgetary and curriculum needs for over 70 schools and a staff of over 350 Teachers. It is his mission to grow the arts beyond their typical confines, and to think outside of the box in this ever-evolving education system. By the end of his first year as Fine Arts Director, professional development opportunities, arts partnerships and collaborative district-wide performances became a priority for the parish’s school system. Sean highlights the importance of the Arts in schools and ho...
2020-04-0729 minThe Conference Room06 Esports Phenomenon in K-12Christopher Turner is an emerging visionary in the Esports arena. In 2019, he founded the Esports club at Southern University Laboratory School; thus, providing an opportunity to give students the training and experience that would allow them to excel in the emerging and highly lucrative field of professional competitive gaming. In this episode he discusses the emerging Esports phenomenon that is rapidly growing in K-12 education.
2020-03-3131 minThe Conference Room05 Dealing with COVID-19 in EducationCOVID-19 is sweeping the nation as schools across America are closed until further notice. Many educators are asking the question, "What's Next?" In this podcast we discuss this question and much more related to this pandemic. Our guest is Dr. Herman Brister, Superintendent of Baker City Schools. He has led districts comprising 40,000 students covering over 80 schools. Many educators and parents are searching for answers, and our guest shares his expertise on leading schools and supporting students during these trying times.
2020-03-2324 minThe Conference Room04 Lets Talk TestingIn this episode, we discuss state testing and how students are assessed. Our guest is Suguna Mayweather, Testing Coordinator within the East Baton Rouge Parish School System(EBRPSS). Students in grades 3 through 8 take assessments (LEAP 2025) in English Language Arts, mathematics, science, and social studies. These assessments are aligned to the Louisiana State Standards which were developed with significant input from Louisiana educators. High school students take assessments to determine if they are ready for college and/or careers, as well as to secure postsecondary credit and access. The state of Louisiana requires high school students to take assessments...
2020-03-1133 minThe Conference Room03 Talking STEM with EBRPSS Teacher of the YearBeing in love with teaching her whole life, Mrs. Katrice Hall received her Bachelor of Science in Psychology, Alternative Teaching Certification, and Masters of Educational Leadership at Southern University. Her career began in 2005 in Baker teaching 5th-grade students technology integration and mathematics. After two years, she transferred to East Baton Rouge Parish School System where she taught 3rd and 5th-grade students math and science. In 2013, Mrs. Hall was promoted to Teacher of Instructional Support in Mathematics responsible for math intervention programs and curriculum implementation. She also was an Instructional Specialist from 2016-2017, and 2017-2018. At her current school, Westdale Heights...
2020-03-0331 minThe Conference Room02 CFA's The Good The Bad The UglyCommon formative assessments (CFA's) can be the instructional engine in student achievement. In this episode, Lamont Cole (Chief Academic Officer of CSAL Inc.) talks about how CSAL middle school used CFA's to make real time instructional decisions to impact teaching and learning.
2020-02-2537 min
The Conference Room01 Second Semester SuccessHappy New Year!!! Schools are entering the second semester and it is time to revisit expectations for the entire learning community. In this episode we discuss how to start the second semester as a principal, teacher, and parent. New episodes will be available for download on Sundays.
2020-01-0921 min
33cl Spel17 Bamse i Taiwan & FruktölVi är tillbaka!
Podden byter format för våra lyssnares skull! Mer gött snack med större variation,
Vi går igenom Innis & Guns nygamla mangoöl och en amerikansk citrus IPA.
Säf klagar av sig på sin elräkning
The division 2 är det nya heta och Gunde har lirat skiten ur det, Men har spelet brister?
Bamse är inte längre helsvenskt! Och vad har Bamse för dolda budskap?
Herman Hedning tar seriesverige med storm!
Vi hyllar de forna Parodifilmerna!
2019-03-252h 12
Nordegren i P1Hur mår hummern?Vi gästas idag av kocken Ola Stålnacke, som lovat att koka en livs levande hummer i studion! Men vi äter inte utan samvete utan belyser förstås hummerns eventuella lidande med hjälp av zoologen Sverre Sjölander och marinbiologen Eric Hallberg. Vi pratar också om polisens samarbetssvårigheter och undrar var i organisationen det brister. Kommentar blir det av Sveriges Radios egen samarbetsutredare Kjell Anderstedt, chef för SR Stockholm. Och så kommer Herman Lindqvists tronföljare Dick Harrison hit och berättar om Sveriges Historia som kommit ut i sina första band. Bisittare är Louise Epstein.
2009-10-0100 min