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TellemtiptoldyouCulture Wars And Politics Why Our Thinking Is NecessaryHey ya’ll hey!
Thanks for tuning into Episode 108 of Tellemtiptoldyou—"Culture Wars and Politics: What We Must Do to be Free” Since Black folks arrived in the U.S., we have been under a cultural attack that requires our constant awareness and strategy. What we need to do, particularly in this election cycle, is be aware of how history informs the present. Our lessons from the past can help us generate strategy if we are enlightened enough to seek answers from it. For far too long, we have failed to understand the role that culture plays in our continued oppres...2024-07-2945 minTellemtiptoldyouEp 107 Sankofa The Art Of ReclamationHey ya’ll hey!
Thanks for tuning into Episode 107 of Tellemtiptoldyou—"Sankofa: The Art of Reclamation” What do The Book of Clarence, Cowboy Carter, and the Black Arts Movement have in common? In this episode, I talk about the role of art (and Black literacy) in multi-layered communication. (the TikTok creator I referenced about the sonar pings is @ragandboneshopoftheheart)
I’d love to hear what you think about these ideas. And, if you’re really wanting to unpack the ideas around Black history, spirituality, or culture, please consider being a guest on the podcast. Send me an email at drtip@tellemtipt...2024-04-2824 minTellemtiptoldyouEp 106 HBCUs Vouchers And Opportunity Districts Oh MyHey ya’ll hey!
Thanks for tuning into Episode 106 of Tellemtiptoldyou—"HBCUs, Public School Vouchers, and Opportunity Districts: Oh My!” Call me a conspiracy theorist, but I think something nefarious is afoot and I just want us to be watchful and prepared. The bottom line is that I think we need to specifically be thinking about institution building, maintenance, and protection when it comes to education in general, but our young people specifically.
I’d love to hear what you think about these ideas. And, if you’re really wanting to unpack the ideas around Black history, spirituality, or culture, please con...2024-03-2535 minTellemtiptoldyouEp 105 Womans Work And Other Reasons To Give PraiseHey ya’ll hey!
Thanks for tuning into Episode 105 of Tellemtiptoldyou—"Woman’s Work and Other Reasons to Give Praise.” This week is special, I just wanted to share some poetry with you in honor of Women’s History Month. This week’s poems come from Gwendolyn A. Mitchell and really share important ideas—especially for Women’s History.
The reason that this episode is an abbreviated one is because I am getting ready for a banger next week! Next Sunday, I want to share some news about Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) that I think we, as a community, need...2024-03-1109 minTellemtiptoldyouEp 104 Whose Life Story Are You WritingHey ya’ll hey!
Thanks for tuning into Episode 104 of Tellemtiptoldyou—"Whose Life Story Are You Writing?” What do the films American Fiction, One Drop: The Bob Marley Story and Mea Culpa have in common? In this episode I want to share with you my ideas about how these three films in Black culture are a model for what more of us need to be thinking about.
Let me give you a hint about this week’s episode. We are either authors of our own life’s story, or we are a character in someone else’s version. This week, I want you t...2024-02-2632 minTellemtiptoldyouEp 103 A Fan Of FaniHey ya’ll hey!
Thanks for tuning into Episode 103 of Tellemtiptoldyou—"A Fan of Fani.” What do Usher Raymond’s half-time show have in common with Beyonce’s recent music release and DA Fani Willis’ time on the stand? In this episode I want to share with you my ideas about how these three events in Black culture are a model for what more of us need to be doing.
Did you catch all of the symbolism in Usher’s performance? How do you feel about the Queen’s country music? Did you argue with people about whether or not Willis should ha...2024-02-1930 minTellemtiptoldyouEp 102 Stop Making Stupid People FamousHey ya’ll hey!
Thanks for tuning into Episode 102 of Tellemtiptoldyou—"Stop Making Stupid People Famous.” This week, I want to open with a James Baldwin quote that essentially asks us to reflect on what America is doing to us. That reflection is just what this episode of the podcast is about.
If you mindlessly scroll social media as I sometimes (okay, okay OFTEN) do, you’ve probably seen some of the folks I talk about this week. I’d love to hear what you think about their performances.
If you’re really wanting to unpack the ideas around Black history, spi...2024-02-1122 minTellemtiptoldyouEp 101 Tyrese Really?Hey ya’ll hey!
Thanks for tuning into Episode 101 of Tellemtiptoldyou—"Tyrese, Really?” This week, I fought hard not to hit a full on rant. If you haven’t heard, Tyrese helped set the tone for Black History Month 2024 by publishing wishing he was born Latinx. (Now, don’t get me wrong, there’s nothing wrong with being Latinx, the problem is in not celebrating who you are.)
In this episode I share with you a few quotes by two of my favorite scholars: Drs. Carter G. Woodson and John Henrik Clarke.
I’d love to hear what you think about these id...2024-02-0515 minTellemtiptoldyouEp 100 - -Stop Waiting Shine NowHey ya’ll hey!
Thanks for tuning into Episode 100 of Tellemtiptoldyou—"How This Podcast Came to Be.” This week, I want to share with you my long and winding road to my 100th episode of the podcast. Long story short, it’s taken me years to do what really should have only taken me a portion of that.
I hope that in me sharing my story, you find some motivation to re-start your own journey to align with (your already existing) best self.
I’d love to hear what you think about these ideas. And, if you’re really wanting to unpack th...2024-01-2824 minTellemtiptoldyouEp 99 Rhetoric, Reality, And The Need For CommunityHey ya’ll hey!
Thanks for tuning into Episode 99 of Tellemtiptoldyou—"Rhetoric, Reality, and the Need for Community.” This week, I start with a special message about my struggles with procrastination and how that almost shaped this episode.
Between Dr. Claudine Gay’s resignation, Dr. Antoinette “Bonnie” Candia-Bailey’s untimely death, and Florida’s permanent ban of DEI on college campuses, this year has already shown itself to be one for which we must be prepared.
Unfortunately, at the same time we need to have our best thinkers reasoning through strategies for collective Black freedom and wellness, we are offering seeing a general...2024-01-2132 minTellemtiptoldyouEp 98 Colonialism, Scarcity, And Tools For LiberationHey ya’ll hey!
Thanks for tuning into Episode 98 of Tellemtiptoldyou—"Colonialism, Scarcity, and Tools for Liberation.” The world is a dumpster fire right now. If you are a person that believes in humanity, social justice, and equity life has been pretty rough lately. In this episode, I want to share with you how this season has plagued my joy and left me in a valley. However, I also want to share that by their very definition, valleys always have a way out.
I’ll be honest. Things have been challenging for me. In fact, I’d left behind some of the too...2023-10-2425 minTellemtiptoldyouEp 97 Alien Self, Anti - Self, And MisEducationHey ya’ll hey!
Thanks for tuning into Episode 97 of Tellemtiptoldyou—"Alien Self, Anti-Self, and MisEducation.” We’re in a whole mess with these Florida Education moves aren’t we?
In this episode, we discuss the recent release of new middle and high school standards in the State of Florida. Without an understanding of how history for Black folks has always been tied to liberation or oppression in the US, we may miss how deep this really is.
Books mentioned in this episode:
The MisEducation of the Negro (Carter G. Woodson)
Black Anglo-Saxons (Nathan Hare)
Papers in African Psychology (Na'im Akbar)
I’d...2023-07-2437 min
TellemtiptoldyouEp 96 Cornel Is Running For What?Hey ya’ll hey!
Thanks for tuning into Episode 96 of Tellemtiptoldyou—"Cornel is Running for What?!” Honey, I can’t believe that we have to talk about Brotha Cornel and a presidential bid all in the same breath. I’m disgusted; if you want to know why, tune into this episode and hear me out.
I’ll be honest. This is probably not my best podcast. Quite frankly, I’m too bothered for it to be. In this episode, I’ll share my thoughts about West’s campaign and compare it to some things I’ve been watching over the last few years. Suf...2023-06-0639 minTellemtiptoldyouEp 95 Living Is An ArtformHey ya’ll hey!
Thanks for tuning into Episode 95 of Tellemtiptoldyou—"Living is an Artform.” Last week, I found out that my ex of seven years transitioned. Needless to say, it had a huge impact on my productivity and on my emotions. In this episode, I continue my conversation about mental health and how I’m managing to navigate my feelings.
Now, don’t get me wrong, my feelings around his passing that have affected me the most, are those linked to the awareness of my own mortality. His death reminded me that we cannot afford to procrastinate on the things tha...2023-05-2425 minTellemtiptoldyouEp 94 Setting May GoalsHey ya’ll hey!
Thanks for tuning into Episode 94 of Tellemtiptoldyou—"Setting May Goals.” On this episode, I introduce mental health as the theme for the podcast during the month of May. Weekly, I’ll share with you one challenge or idea for you to consider during the week. My goal for this is to encourage you to think more deeply about practices you can employ to improve your overall health with particular attention given to your mental health.
Listen, unless you’ve not been paying attention you already know about growing censorship in US public schools. In this episode of the pod...2023-05-0333 minTellemtiptoldyouEp 93 Lets Stay On CodeHey ya’ll hey!
Thanks for tuning into Episode 93 of Tellemtiptoldyou—"Let’s Stay on Code.” This week, I had a lot to get off of my chest regarding that coach’s behavior around our beloved HBCUs (sounds a lot like the last episode, huh?). Welp, as long as we put up with the cult of celebrity and don’t hold one another to code, I’ll keep making these.
Listen, I’m going to commit to a once a month upload series for the podcast. I’ll be talking a bit less about the specifics of pop culture, and more on helping pu...2023-01-2330 minTellemtiptoldyouEp 91 He Ain't SWACHey ya’ll hey!
Thanks for tuning into Episode 92 of Tellemtiptoldyou—"He Ain’t SWAC.” This week, I had a lot to get off of my chest regarding that coach’s behavior around our beloved HBCUs. Before you listen, let me go on and say in advance that some feelings my get hurt with this episode. Listen, everything that glitters isn’t gold and everything flashy isn’t faithful. You can go ahead an tellemtiptold you that!
Anywhoo, I realized that I could fit everything I wanted to cover in just one episode, so consider this part one of my rant. I’ll gi...2022-12-0526 min
TellemtiptoldyouEp 91 I Am Not Your ComfortHey ya’ll hey!
Thanks for tuning into Episode 91 of Tellemtiptoldyou—"I Ain’t Your Comfort.” This week, I want to tell you why I’ve been missing and touch on recent news and events.
I’ve missed unpacking Black cultural and political ideas with you! If you’re on my email list, watch out for an email that asks for the best time and day for us to begin our Instagram Lives again.
The title of this episode is informed, in part, by Howling Wolf’s song “Built for Comfort.” Now, I don’t mind being built for comfort for people in my commu...2022-09-1137 minTellemtiptoldyouEp 90 The Problem With Some Black ChristiansHey ya’ll hey!
Thanks for tuning into Episode 89 of Tellemtiptoldyou—"The Problem with Some Black Christians.” Admittedly, this episode will probably bother you a little, but I’m okay with that.
As a community, we’re really going to have to address our tendencies to be divided on issues where there should be no division..This is a thinking episode. I really want us to dig into our visceral actions to the “thing,” and what we’re going to do in the face of the “thing.”
As we contemplate those things, here are the websites I referenced:
www.teachingintheurbansouth.com
www.tellemtiptol...2022-07-0533 minTellemtiptoldyouEp 88 The Hypocrisy Problem (or The Slap We Won’t Discuss)Hey ya’ll hey!
Thanks for tuning into Episode 88 of Tellemtiptoldyou—"The Hypocrisy Problem (or The Slap We Won’t Discuss.” Admittedly, this episode is all over the place—mostly because I have strong emotions about this.
As a community, we’re really going to have to go after this “respectability politics” thing. In the aftermath of the thing we will not mention, I saw many examples of respectability politics play out, and I’m not sure all of us were aware when we were buying into them. This episode is about those comments, not about the moment.
This is a thinking episode...2022-04-0638 minTellemtiptoldyouEp 87 Stop Expecting Black DeficiencyHey ya’ll hey!
Thanks for tuning into Episode 87 of Tellemtiptoldyou—"Stop Expecting Black Deficiency” This episode is personal for me. I can’t help but wonder if Ryan Coogler would have had the cops called on him if a Black teller didn’t have a preconceived notion of what Black men were or how they were supposed to “behave.”
I also talk briefly about the Crown Act which just passed the US House of Representatives, but that was voted against by 189 people! To be aware, and to read the Crown Act discussed in this episode, you can visit this website.
I’d l...2022-03-2128 minTellemtiptoldyouEp 86 War At Home And War AbroadHey ya’ll hey!
Thanks for tuning into Episode 86 of Tellemtiptoldyou—"War at Home and War Abroad” This is a pretty heavy episode. I hope that you find it informative, but also encouraging. The bottom line is that we have to be attentive to not only things going on abroad, but also the things that are happening right here, too.
To be aware, and to read the House Bills discussed in this episode, you can visit the Georgia Congressional website here.
I’d love to hear what you think about these things. And, if you’re an expert on neoliberalism and contin...2022-03-0931 minTellemtiptoldyouEp 85 Not During Black History MonthHey ya’ll hey!
Thanks for tuning into Episode 85 of Tellemtiptoldyou—"Not During Black History Month!” This has to have been one of the worst Black History Months as of late. War, economic insecurity, HBCU bomb threats and more. But I’m not here to talk about the macro level stuff (although we should be paying attention to it).
This week, I came with a confession about my BHM funk this year. I cannot fully explain why I felt unproductive exactly, but in this episode, I do try my very best to explain.
I’d love to hear what you think abou...2022-03-0220 minTellemtiptoldyouEp 84 Encanto For Black WomenHey ya’ll hey!
Thanks for tuning into Episode 84 of Tellemtiptoldyou—"Encanto for Black Women.” I have a new movie in my top five! Disney’s Encanto is an exceptional story about a young girl learning to celebrate her own unique magic. WARNING: This episode contains spoilers. If you have not yet watched the film, you may want to do it before listening.
In this episode, I will share with you my main takeaways from the film. Chief among them is the need to recognize that my magic does not have to manifest like anyone else’s (and neither does yours). T...2022-01-2430 minTellemtiptoldyouEp 83 A Chat With Kristina HamlettHey ya’ll hey!
Thanks for tuning into Episode 83 of Tellemtiptoldyou—"A Chat with Kristina Hamlett.” In this episode I get to have a conversation with a dear friend and powerful writer: Kristina Hamlett.
I met Kristina during a Digital Storytelling workshop at the University of Alabama a few years ago. She’s done a lot in the time since then that is more than inspirational. That’s why I wanted to share her and her most recent project, She Lives Here, with you.
Kristina is an author, blogger, and storyteller that facilitates creative non-fiction writing classes at a re-entry non-profit...2022-01-1027 minTellemtiptoldyouEp 82 The Thing About KwanzaaHey ya’ll hey!
Thanks for tuning into Episode 82 of Tellemtiptoldyou—"The Thing About Kwanzaa.” Can I tell you how happy I am that we’ve made it to the end of another year? We get to celebrate our lives, our accomplishments, and our all.
This week, there isn’t any news to share because I wanted to spend all of my time talking about culture, cultural symbols, and the principles of Kwanzaa. In fact, today is one of my favorite Kwanzaa principles: kujuchagulia (or self determination)!
If you don’t do anything else now, consider becoming more culturally-centered as a way to bet...2021-12-2724 minTellemtiptoldyouEp 81 Be You NowHey ya’ll hey!
Thanks for tuning into Episode 81 of Tellemtiptoldyou—"Be You Now.” Listen!!! Can I hit you with a word that Spirit gave me while I’m planning for my 2022 holistic success? Long story short: it’s time to go ahead a be who we want to be. No more waiting, babes.
Can you believe the prosecutor in the Ethan Crumbly case is catching some heat for filing charges against his parents? In my opinion, this is just evidence of the failure of some folks to take accountability for their actions. And speaking of accountability, did you see Travis Hun...2021-12-2034 minTellemtiptoldyouEp 80 You Deserve Fair CompensationHey ya’ll hey!
Thanks for tuning into Episode 80 of Tellemtiptoldyou—"You Deserve Fair Compensation.” After covering a few news stories that caught my attention this week, I want to remind you of your worth.
Did you know that an Ohio school worker made a student eat of a trashcan and in South Dakota teachers were physically forced to compete for funding? What kind of dystopia are we finding ourselves in? Whew, the news was absolutely a fireball of foolishness this week.
After that, we move from current events to my reflections on 2021 so far. I’ll offer you four strategi...2021-12-1330 minTellemtiptoldyouEp 79 Declining Teacher Professionalism And The Rise Of School ViolenceHey ya’ll hey!
Thanks for tuning into Episode 79 of Tellemtiptoldyou—"Declining Teacher Professionalism and the Rise of School Violence.” The Ethan Crumbly shooting in Michigan has me a bit reflective about the current role of teacher knowledge in US schools.
On this episode of the podcast, I not only wonder about why the Crumbly’s were given a choice about removing their son from school, but I also KNOW that such an option would have never been granted to Black parents.
I’d love to hear from you, especially other educators, about what you think about this case. And, if you’re...2021-12-0624 minTellemtiptoldyouEp 78 Omicron Mutual Aid And Web 3Hey ya’ll hey!
Thanks for tuning into Episode 78 of Tellemtiptoldyou—"Omicron, Mutual Aid, and Web 3.” A couple of stories in the news made me think more deeply about of the work we need to be doing to secure our safety and liberation.
I spend some time encouraging us to reconsider the existing economy from one initially designed to benefit directly with us as currency, to a more decentralized model that may align more readily with our cultural ways of being.
I’d love to hear what you think about these ideas. And, if you’re an expert on Web 3.0 and/or blo...2021-11-2922 minTellemtiptoldyouEp 75 Media Litearcy, Discernment, And High ExpectationsHey ya’ll hey!
Thanks for tuning into Episode 75 of Tellemtiptoldyou—"Media Literacy, Discernment, and High Expectations.” In this episode I share some strategies for responsible media intake as well as reveal a revelation I received in a dream/ vision last week. All in all, I think these things are pretty relevant for where most of us find ourselves currently.
I didn’t mean to nerd out, but sometimes I just can’t shake that good old-fashioned J-School background. I was taught how to ingest the news with discernment and I think that’s what has helped me shelter myself from deliber...2021-10-0431 minTellemtiptoldyouEp 74 A New Definition Of FamilyHey ya’ll hey!
Thanks for tuning into Episode 74 of Tellemtiptoldyou—"A New Definition of Family.” A couple of stories in the news made me think more deeply about how abusers often groom their victims so that the victim is less likely to seek prosecution and justice.
I think such grooming happens not only by the predator, but also by the seemingly “innocent” folks and practices that continue to silence victims through their own actions and behaviors. In this episode, I tell a bit of my own story and how it has made me reflect on how we define family.
Specifical...2021-09-2723 minTellemtiptoldyouEp 73 Can I Love On YouHey ya’ll hey!
Thanks for tuning into Episode 73 of Tellemtiptoldyou—"Can I Love on You?” I’ve been reviewing some past episodes and it lead me to the conclusion that I haven’t done completely right by you. Can I make it up to you with this one?
I’m giving you some free game, issuing a challenge, and sharing some of my latest research findings with you. Some might say this is risky, but believe me babe: you’re worth it.
And, if you’re looking for the article I started talking about in reference to Michael K. Williams, you ca...2021-09-1928 minTellemtiptoldyouEp 71 Losers Like LossHey ya’ll hey!
Thanks for tuning into Episode 71 of Tellemtiptoldyou—"Losers Like Loss.” Listen when I tell you ain’t no one in the world that celebrates a loss like a loser.
In this episode, I do my best to unpack and reflect upon the many social media celebrations at a well-known track start’s recent loss. From harsh headlines to unwarranted criticism, I’ll share what I really think we’re witnessing in this moment.
I do my best to frame our conversation in language that even us non-athletes may appreciate. I’d love to hear what you think.
After you...2021-08-2420 minTellemtiptoldyouEp 70 Black Memory Is Too ShortHey ya’ll hey!
Thanks for tuning into Episode 70 of Tellemtiptoldyou—"Black Memory is Short.”
So about 42,000 fell for a good ole trick in Atlanta this past week. Tune in and let me tell you why it left me with a nasty taste in my mouth, but here’s the short answer: I think some of us have woefully short memories. That’s dangerous in my book.
After giving this episode a listen let me know what you think by leaving a comment and your review.
Take care ya’ll! #tellemtiptoldyou
For more on Tellemtiptoldyou, be sure to follow Dr. Tip on Insta...2021-07-2518 minTellemtiptoldyouEp 68 Space ColonizersHey ya’ll hey!
Thanks for tuning into Episode 68 of Tellemtiptoldyou—"Space Colonizers.” There is something unholy and unnatural about the billionaires’ race into space. In this episode, I tell you what so off-putting about it to me.
I’ll also try and point your direction to how we must begin to pay more attention to the growing partisan-politicization of US public school boards. If we truly care about ALL students’ rights to learn, we have to begin to be more active in school board advocacy. I’ll tell you why.
Finally, we have to applaud Zaila Avant-garde for her recent Scripps...2021-07-1222 minTellemtiptoldyouEp 68 Every Old Person Aint Your ElderHey ya’ll hey!
Thanks for tuning into Episode 67 of Tellemtiptoldyou—"Every Old Person Ain’t Your Elder.” I’m about tired of some of these gate-keeping, respectability folks and I share with you why in this episode.
You might have heard me say before that history holds the keys to our tomorrows and our todays. In this episode, I show you how I use history in this way. The reality is our ancestors left messages intentionally for us; it does us well to remember them.
I use Anna Julia Cooper’s famous quote from her A Voice From the South to dri...2021-07-0530 minTellemtiptoldyouEp 66 Finding What You SeekHey ya’ll hey!
Thanks for tuning into Episode 66 of Tellemtiptoldyou—"Finding What You Seek.” When I was a little girl, my grandmother used to tell me that you will always find what you’re looking for. This week, the advice hit a bit differently for me and I want to share that with you.
We’ll also talk (just a little) about this Critical Race Theory mess of a distraction.
After you tune in, let me know what you think of this episode by leaving me a 5 star review.
Take care of each other so we can build together. #tellemtipt...2021-06-2136 minTellemtiptoldyouEp 65 Lessons From TulsaHey ya’ll hey!
Thanks for tuning into Episode 65 of Tellemtiptoldyou—"Lessons from Tulsa.” Buckle up; I’m on my soapbox in this one.
From instructions on how to learn about and celebrate Juneteenth, to lamentations about how Tulsa is currently being (mis)remembered, I’ll share with you my musings about freedom in this current era.
After you tune in, let me know what you think of this episode by leaving me a 5 star review.
Take care of each other so we can build together. #tellemtiptoldyou
For more on Tellemtiptoldyou (the podcast on Black History, Black Spirituality, and Black Culture, b...2021-06-1430 minTellemtiptoldyouA Tribute To Dark Man X Ep 63Hey ya’ll hey!
Thanks for tuning into Episode 63 of Tellemtiptoldyou—"A Tribute to Dark Man X.” I had to make some scheduling adjustments to today’s episode. Originally, today was supposed to be a Midlife Musings episode with Brandon, but instead word about DMX’s death moved me to upload this episode.
Shortly after recording, I learned about the lynching of Daunte Wright at the hands of police just around the way from Derek Chauvin’s trial and it all became a bit too much for me. I contemplated scrapping this episode too and trying to get something—anything—up about Wright’...2021-04-1321 minTellemtiptoldyouClassic Love Songs Are Good Medicine Ep 62Hey ya’ll hey!
Thanks for tuning into Episode 62 of Tellemtiptoldyou—"Classic Love Songs are Good Medicine.”
Listen, please do me a favor, if you can find any videos from last night’s Verzuz between Earth, Wind, and Fire and The Isley Brothers, do yourself a favor and go watch! If you weren’t there in real time, you missed a real treat. Soul music was named that for a reason! In this I muse on possible connections between real love songs sung by folks like the Elements and the Isley’s and the kind of clarity it takes to truly practi...2021-04-0631 minTellemtiptoldyouTurning Inward Together Ep 61Hey ya’ll hey!
Thanks for tuning into Episode 61 of Tellemtiptoldyou—"Turning Inward Together.”
Listen, please do me a favor, if watching trials like that of Derek Chauvin bring you stress give this episode a listen. I want us to be consciously aware of how those images either add to our well-being or subtract from it. Our holistic health and wellness depends heavily on us being aware of how the things we ingest (including media images and messages) affect us.
In addition to some advice I give about not becoming numb to racial violence and police brutality, I also tell you ab...2021-03-3130 minTellemtiptoldyouA Womans Worth - Ep 59Hey ya’ll hey!
Thanks for tuning into Episode 59 of Tellemtiptoldyou—"A Woman’s Worth.” Honey!!! Happy International Women’s Day! Today’s episode of the podcast is all about women and the work they do to make this world a better place.
I’ll share one of my favorite stories of the orisa Osun and how it allows us to see the critical nature in divine efficiency and how Osun’s behavior can help inform the strategies used by women who feel overworked and/or invisible.
I remind you that it is not Black women’s responsibility to save the world, even if...2021-03-0839 minTellemtiptoldyouActivism As A Life Purpose Ep 58Hey ya’ll hey!
Thanks for tuning into Episode 58 of Tellemtiptoldyou—"Activism as a Life Purpose.” I’ve been thinking long and hard about what I want my mark on this world to be. Some of the reason that I think that I’m here is to be a teacher. But, even in that, I believe my ultimate responsibility is service to community. I’ll do my best to explain to you what this means for me.
In this episode I’ll also remind you that you DESERVE to be compensated. Black Luxury is not something to run from.
After you tune in, l...2021-02-2213 minTellemtiptoldyouEp 57 Black Love Is Black LiberationHey ya’ll hey!
Thanks for tuning into Episode 57 of Tellemtiptoldyou—"Black Love is Black Liberation.” Honey!!! After a weekend of Black movies, Akoma and Black Love, I’ve got plenty to talk about.
In this episode I’ll try my best to sum up my emotions about “Judas and the Black Messiah.” Let me just tell you, it had me all up in my feelings! If there was ever a movie about Black Love, Black History, and Black betrayal, this one is it. It covered love from so many angles that my heart is still full from it! No worries, I won...2021-02-1628 minTellemtiptoldyouEp 56 Black Luxury And Educational AutonomyHey ya’ll hey!
Thanks for tuning into Episode 56 of Tellemtiptoldyou—"Black Luxury and Educational Autonomy.”
In this episode I provide some updates regarding our February book club on
Keenga-Yamahtta Taylor’s How We Get Free: Black Feminism and the Combahee River Collective. Our first book discussion will be held on February 17,2021 at 9:00pm EST. Details will be sent out to the email list.
I caught bits and pieces of a social media conversation on Black luxury that I just had to weigh in on. I might sound like I’m contradicting myself a lot in that segment because I think that...2021-02-0933 minTellemtiptoldyouEp 55 2021 Is Here - -now What?Hey ya’ll hey!
Thanks for tuning into Episode 55 of Tellemtiptoldyou—"2021 is Here—Now What?”
In this episode I explore the idea that while 2020 was a year that caused us to see things we’d previously (either) not seen (or tried not to see), 2021 is asking us what we’re now going to do with that vision.
I’ll also share with you about my plans for Black History Month and will invite you in on a few things. The book I mentioned for the book club is Keenga-Yamahtta Taylor’s How We Get Free: Black Feminism and the Combahee River Collective...2021-01-2526 minTellemtiptoldyouEp 54- Faith To Start The New YearHey ya’ll hey!
Thanks for tuning into Episode 54 of Tellemtiptoldyou—"Faith to Start the New Year.” Ya’ll this one was fun to record. I got to finally sit down with one of my besties, Brandon Simmons, to do some mid-life musings (you’ll catch that reference once you tune in). Needless to say, over 25 years of friendship ended up in an episode that will take you from thinking about mortality to celebrating your potential and every little thing in between.
Also in this episode you’ll here a married man and a not yet married woman talk about fidelity and...2020-12-141h 25TellemtiptoldyouEp 53 Making Room For SelfHey ya’ll hey!
Thanks for tuning into Episode 53 of Tellemtiptoldyou—"Making Space for Self.”
Honey!!! Between Radha Blank’s 40 Year Old Version and Misha Greene’s LoveCraft Country Season Finale, I was all up in my feelings this weekend. Today’s episode unpacks some of those feelings with you.
Also in this episode I give you my opinions about O’shea Jackson and 45’s Platinum Plan foolishness! Here’s a hint: having money does not equal political prowess. Smdh.
My favorite part of this episode has to be the interview with two of my favorite Porch Women Latrise and Denise Johnson. T...2020-10-1927 minTellemtiptoldyouEp 52 I Am That I AmHey ya’ll hey!
Thanks for tuning into Episode 52 of Tellemtiptoldyou—"Im That I Am.” This episode was scratched up out of me by recent episodes of HBO’s LoveCraft Country and foolishness related to the abuse of Black Women.
In this episode I will encourage you to live beyond your fears of limitation and to learn to recognize that you’ve been made to feel less than you truly are. If you’re afraid to let your light shine, make sure you give this a listen!
After you tune in, let me know what you think of this episode by leaving m...2020-09-2925 min
The Moyo PodcastSeason 1, Episode 2: Community Musings GumboIn this episode, Moyosant discusses reflections on the birthright of Hoodoo, autism from an #ActuallyAutistic perspective, the ancestral trauma of domestic violence, a unique perspective on law enforcement, self-care meditations, and book treats.Articles"Hoodoo is a Sovereign ATR and Must Be Respected as Such or Else" by Dr. Tiffany Pogue https://medium.com/@tiffanydphd/hoodoo-is-a-sovereign-atr-and-must-be-respected-as-such-or-else-9476cd4b5ecc"The Biggest Autism Advocacy Group is Still Failing Too Many Autistic People" by Sara Luterman https://neuroclastic.com/2020/09/06/thanks-we-hate-it-autistic-people-react-to-miamis-new-police-car/"Thanks, We Hate It." Autistic People React to Miami's...2020-09-271h 47TellemtiptoldyouEp 49- Center In Self - 7:13:20, 10.38 AMHey ya’ll hey!
Thanks for tuning into Episode 49 of Tellemtiptoldyou—"Centering in Self.” Pulling on history and scenes from the BET Awards show, I argue that we must become more self-centered in our resistance to systems that oppress.
Let me know what you think of this episode by leaving me a 5 star review! Please, and thank you (smile).
Take care ya’ll! #tellemtiptoldyou
For more on Tellemtiptoldyou (the podcast on Black History, Black Spirituality, and Black Culture, be sure to follow Dr. Tip on Instagram (@tiffanydphd) and Facebook (@tellemtiptoldyou). Be sure to subscribe to our website, www.tellemtiptoldyou.com, so that...2020-07-1333 minTellemtiptoldyouEp 48 Stop Trying To Be An Instant SuccessHey ya’ll hey!
Thanks for tuning into Episode 48 of Tellemtiptoldyou—"Stop Trying to Be An Instant Success.” This episode is equal parts rant and equal parts warning. Pulling on history, I argue that we must be more patient in all of our learning and doing. I also make the distinction between Black businesses and businesses owned by Black people. They are NOT the same.
If you’re looking for the Patreon account I discussed, you can find it here.
Let me know what you think of this episode by leaving me a 5 star review! Please, and thank you (smile).
Take car...2020-06-1523 minTellemtiptoldyouEp 47 I Told You So But At Least You’re Here NowEp 47 I Told You So But At Least You’re Here Now by TiffanyDPhd2020-06-0839 minTellemtiptoldyouThe Existential Crisis Of Not ThinkingHey ya’ll hey!
Thanks for tuning into Episode 46 of Tellemtiptoldyou—"The Existential Crisis of Not Thinking.”
I’m sick and tired of folks not spending time thinking before creating hashtags, social media memes, and “think pieces” that exhibit absolutely NO critical thinking. Listen, if we want to truly get “free,” then we have to think deeply and critically about what that even means. Here’s a hint: it cannot mean centering your behavior on a need to be validated by people that don’t care about you.
This one might make you mad. I hope it at least makes you think. Let me k...2020-06-0225 minTellemtiptoldyouEp45 The Locs Are Gone And Other Reasons To CryHey ya’ll hey!
Thanks for tuning into Episode 45 of Tellemtiptoldyou—"The Locs Are Gone—And Other Reasons to Cry.”
Can you believe I cut my locs off??? Yeah, sometimes I still can’t believe it either. Despite what Sista India.Arie told me, I found out that I was my hair! (Or at least some of me was linked to my hair). I’m still teasing through my emotions and aesthetics right now and you’ll hear some of that on this episode.
But, I’m also talking through how my feelings about Black woman’s worth (or lack thereof) are shape...2020-05-1830 minTellemtiptoldyouEp 44 Black Art Is A Healing BalmHey ya’ll hey!
Thanks for tuning into Episode 44 of Tellemtiptoldyou—"Black Art is a Healing Balm.”
Did ya’ll see the Jill Scott v. Erykah Badu Verzuz???? Whew Lawd, that was a good one. It wasn’t competition at all. Pure love. Good vibes. And freakin’ great music. If you missed it, you need to watch the replay and enjoy.
If you did watch it, you know that this week’s title is very true. Black Art—when its done purposefully—can be a healing balm. For those three hours we tuned in, all of our troubles shrunk back to the recesses of...2020-05-1117 minTellemtiptoldyouEp 43 The Death Of The American Exceptionalism That Never WasHey ya’ll hey!
Thanks for tuning into Episode 43 of Tellemtiptoldyou—"The Death of the American Exceptionalism that Never Was.”
Can I be honest? This episode is a rant. Listen honey, if we don’t learn anything else from this COVID-19 environment it is that we need to ensure this country is better able to provide adequate healthcare and social protections for our people. From 80% of Georgia’s cases being Black folks to the lynching of Ahmound Arbery, it’s time we admit some things to ourselves.
I’ll be honest, this episode might be a controversial one. Tell me what you think...2020-05-0427 minTellemtiptoldyouEp 42 Civic Literacy, White Mediocrity, And The Imposter SyndromHey ya’ll hey!
Thanks for tuning into Episode 42 of Tellemtiptoldyou—"Civic Literacy, White Mediocrity, and the Imposter Syndrom.”
Did ya’ll hear 45 talking about injecting disinfectant? How about Kemp opening GA? And, did you catch Anderson Cooper’s interview with that mayor of Las Vegas? I tell you one thing, it should be clear now that we need to make sure we’re educating folks on electing smarter leaders.
In this episode I’ll share with you my ideas around the need for greater civic literacy and some get from that to how we need to become creatives. It’s not the jump t...2020-04-2718 minTellemtiptoldyouEp 41 Don't Be Team Too MuchHey ya’ll hey!
Thanks for tuning into Episode 41 of Tellemtiptoldyou—"Please Don’t Be Team Too Much.”
Listen, I know that if you’re anything like me, you’re laughing your tail off about the Teddy Riley #verzuz Babyface memes going on around social media! You know I’ve got a lesson or two to share with you from it. Here’s the hint, please don’t be “Team Too Much!”
I also share with you my ideas about resignation. In my opinion it is the single greatest threat to your holistic success. Give it a listen and let me know if you agree.
...2020-04-2024 minTellemtiptoldyouEp 40 Black Folks And Culture ConnectorsHey ya’ll hey!
Thanks for tuning into Episode 40 of Tellemtiptoldyou—"Black Folks and Culture Connectors.”
The Surgeon General tried to blame Black folks for the way we are disproportionately being affected by COVID-19. I’m glad, folks are setting him straight! However, rather than bashing him, I share my thoughts about how white supremacy is really the culprit in all of this.
I also share my concerns as a professional educator surrounding how some of our students are especially vulnerable as a result of school buildings closing. The digital divide has BEEN real, ya’ll!
The only fix for some of th...2020-04-1331 minTellemtiptoldyouTipsBits MonkeysinTreesTipsBits MonkeysinTrees by TiffanyDPhd2020-04-0602 minTellemtiptoldyouEp 38 When Did You Lose Hope? - 3:1:20, 11.22 AMHey ya’ll hey!
Thanks for tuning into Episode 38 of Tellemtiptoldyou—"We Have Always Had Hope.”
In this episode of Tellemtiptoldyou, I problematize Black pessimism and how it is manifesting as rhetoric in this 2020 Primary election cycle. For me, it’s incredibly ahistorical and fails to consider all of the reasons Black folk have ALWAYS had hope. We come from communities that work with the impossible with nothing. Don’t give up now!
And, I know I’m late but I also put my two cowries into the conversation regarding Gayle King and Snoop. Here’s a hint: I think they were both...2020-03-0121 min
TellemtiptoldyouEp 37 A Day Of ServiceHey ya’ll hey!
Thanks for tuning into Episode 37 of Tellemtiptoldyou—"A Day of Service.”
Today, in honor Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr’s holiday 2020, I’m dedicating this episode to what I think it means to be in service to others and to ourselves. I spend some time talking about Tyler Perry’s “work ethic” and how it may be perceived to be selling his audience short. I also talk about the Lukumí belief about human’s purpose on earth: to bring about the good condition. Finally, I end with a challenge to reconsider what we mean when we say “a day of servi...2020-01-2034 min
TellemtiptoldyouEp 36 The Myth Of Black PathologyThanks for tuning into Episode 36of Tellemtiptoldyou—"The Myth of Black Pathology.”
Can I be honest? This episode is a rant. In it, I address Loni Love’s recent comments about Black men’s “inability to love.” Between that and a few other things that I witnessed this week, I’m up to my ears in rhetoric surrounding what I call “the myth of Black pathology.” Today I will discuss why Black pathology is a myth and why we need to distance ourselves from it.
I look forward to your reviews on this episode and invite you to email me about your thought...2020-01-1320 min
TellemtiptoldyouEp 35 Leaving A Legacy Of ExcellenceHey ya’ll hey!
Thanks for tuning into Episode 35 of Tellemtiptoldyou—"Leaving a Legacy of Excellence.”
In this episode, we discuss the Lifetime special on R. Kelly’s survivors, Black humor in the face of anxiety, and being a strong link in our family lineages of excellence. As we celebrate the beginning of a new year, it’s extremely important that we think about the legacy we want to create for ourselves in order to help us more strategically imagine and successfully achieve our goals and aspirations for 2020!
I look forward to your reviews on this episode and invite you to email m...2020-01-0824 min
TellemtiptoldyouEp 33 Critical Black ExcellenceHey ya’ll hey!
Thanks for tuning into Episode 33 of Tellemtiptoldyou—"Critical Black Excellence.” On today’s episode, we discuss the new film Queen and Slim. We interrogate some of the media coverage of the film itself and of the writer’s perceived missteps regarding the film’s ending, casting call, and her description of her own Blackness.
In discussing the Queen and Slim we hit upon the responsibility some of us believe Black artists have to their communities in a time of oppression fatigue (including Zimmerman’s recent lawsuit against the Martin family and attorney.
Stress relief is critical and we discuss...2019-12-0428 min
TellemtiptoldyouEp32 Kwanzaa In NovemberHey ya’ll hey!
Thanks for tuning into Episode 32 of Tellemtiptoldyou—"Kwanzaa in November.” On today’s episode, we get to build on Kanye’s continued foolishness as well as that of the NFL’s failed attempted manipulation of our Brother Colin Kaepernick. The walk away: when you recognize your own value, it’s much harder for someone to manipulate you into things that aren’t fulfilling to you. I couldn’t help but to also shout our Eric Reid for showing us what true friendship looks like.
I also share my 2019 birthday reflections with you. I give you three things I’ve learne...2019-11-1930 min
TellemtiptoldyouEpisode 31 Black Women We Need You - 11:11:19, 4.11 PMHey ya’ll hey!
Thanks for tuning into Episode 31 of Tellemtiptoldyou. On today’s episode, I rant about Kanye’s disingenuous appeal to Black Christianity as repeating R. Kelly’s same move in trying to garner our forgiveness. I argue that we did not grant Chrisette Michelle (nor any other Black woman) such forgiveness on a large scale.
Such disparity is discussed as a mark of misogynoir marks a couple of other things discussed this week from TI’s coercion of his daughter to have her hymen examined yearly to the foolish trolling we’ve suffered about the Harriet film.
Speaking of...2019-11-1127 min
Tellemtiptoldyou30 - The Trouble With The Black Intellectual And The Black Activist - 10:13:19, 12.25 PMIn this episode, Dr. Tip discusses the problem with not appreciating the work of Black Intellectuals and Black Grassroots Activists alike. Using the current issues surrounding Amber Guyger's murder conviction, Atatiana Koquice Jefferson's death in Texas, and Kanye West's appearance at Howard's Homecoming, Tip argues that we must be more strategic and disciplined in our study of Black history in fighting for contemporary freedoms.
Visit www.tellemtiptoldyou.com to leave show feedback.2019-10-1328 min
TellemtiptoldyouEp 29 We Do Not Cry For Toni MorrisonIn this episode, Dr. Tip discusses the transition of Dr. Toni Morrison and asserts that we should not mourn her passing. Tune in to see if you agree. You can respond directly to Dr. Tip at drtip@tellemtiptoldyou.com.2019-08-1930 min
Tellemtiptoldyou28 Home GrownTransitionsIn this episode, Dr. Tip introduces "Home Grown," a new segment all about her adventures of living as a grown woman back at home with her parents.2019-06-1738 min
TellemtiptoldyouEp 27 Some Of You Only Know One Verse and it ShowsIn this episode, Dr. Tip discusses the end of her season at her HBCU, the final exam she gave her students, and what she hoped to accomplish.
Together, Dr. TIp and her listeners will unpack the lyrics of the Negro National Anthem "Lift Every Voice." Then, the song will be used as a framework to discuss the parental dress code enforced by a Black woman principal in Houston.2019-05-0132 min
TellemtiptoldyouEp 26 Introducing The Idea Of Post Truth Continuum In EducationIn this, the first episode with the new format, Dr. Tip allows us to listen into a session on Post-Truth at the American Education Research Association International Conference. This panel's proceedings define "post truth continuum" to describe the realities faced by Black educators throughout our history in the United States. The scholars offer strategies and insights into how Black education might be saved/protected/ensured.
For more information on the work described in this podcast, send an email to drtip@tellemtiptoldyou.com.2019-04-231h 37
TellemtiptoldyouEp 25: In Celebration Of International Women's DayIn this episode of Tellemtiptoldyou, Dr. Tip reflects on what she thinks it means to be a Black Woman deserving of celebration. She addresses collective response to R. Kelly's recent arrests and suggests that Black women need to be more protective of themselves and others.
In this episode I also list my absolute favorite (and most inspiriting) Black Women for me right now. I can't wait to hear what you think.2019-03-0833 min
TellemtiptoldyouEpisode 24- Black Teachers, Black History, And Learning To Love Ourselves - 2:22:19, 4.46 PMIn this episode, Dr. Tip talks about #ADOS as evidence that Black teachers have generally failed to connect students to a global awareness. We discuss how stakeholders should be responding to the 11 year old arrested in Florida and the problems with our disbelieve in the Jussee Smollett case. The episode closes with a reading of Toni Morrison's Baby Suggs Holy's sermon about loving ourselves.2019-02-2227 min
TellemtiptoldyouEp 23 Lets Boycott The Word BoycottIn this episode, Dr. Tip takes on how we conceptualize the word "boycott" in the Black community. Using the example of the Super Bowl and recent calls to boycott luxury fashion designers for their racist imagery, Tip asserts that simply boycotting may not be the thing to do.
Investing in Black businesses is more important.
She also examines the role of race in conversations about Kamala Harris and Cory Booker's presidential campaigns. In both cases, Tip suggests that a deeper look at their policy may reveal that Zora Neale Hurston was correct in her opinion about who counts as kinfolk.
...2019-02-1330 min
TellemtiptoldyouEp 5 - 1- The Righteous Uses Of Being An Angry Black GirlEp 5 - 1- The Righteous Uses Of Being An Angry Black Girl by TiffanyDPhd2019-01-0838 min
TellemtiptoldyouSettling Is Not SanctifiedIn this episode Dr. Tip cautions against allowing yourself to fall victim to your circumstances. She also covers the problematic assertion that Black woman need to settle in order to find (and be in) love.2018-11-1629 min
TellemtiptoldyouTellEmTipToldYou Collective Healing Is Not An OptionIn this episode, Dr. Tip discusses the importance of community in personal and professional wellness.2018-10-2123 min
TellemtiptoldyouTellEmTipToldYou Serena And OsunThis episode shares with listeners Dr. Tip's beliefs about Black Women and their roles in today's society.2018-09-1018 min
TellemtiptoldyouTellEmTipToldYou3 - 1In this episode, Dr. Tip discusses racism in education, the need for turning inward, and the power of hope.2018-08-2327 min
TellemtiptoldyouEp 2 - 5 Imposter SyndromeIn this episode Dr. Tip explores the idea of the "Imposter Syndrome" and speculates that some of it might be self-induced. The power of imagination to generate new reality becomes a frame of reference for the discussion.2018-03-2424 min
TellemtiptoldyouEp2 - 4: Black Panther, Community, and Working the AncestorsIn this episode, Dr. Tip shares her thoughts on the power of imagination, Black Panther as a cultural phenomenon, and continues her lament on think pieces that don't evidence deep thinking.2018-03-0729 min
TellemtiptoldyouEp. 2 - 3: How White Supremacy Won the Super BowlPhilly won the game, but White Supremacy won The Super Bowl. At least Dr. Tip thinks so. Give it a listen.2018-02-0523 min
TellemtiptoldyouEp 2 - 2 A Woman's WorthIn this episode, Dr. Tip reveals her thoughts On MoNique's call for a boycott of Netflix and her feelings about folks' reaction to that call.2018-01-2325 min
TellemtiptoldyouSeason 2 - 1: Race, Ethnicity, and why we don't like being called monkeysIn this episode Dr. Tip welcomes you to a new season and gives some words on race, ethnicity, and the recent H&M disrespect.2018-01-1625 min
TellemtiptoldyouEp13- Ramping Up For 2018 With Discipline And PunishmentIn this episode Dr. Tip assigns homework to lead you to a powerful 2018!2017-12-0533 min
TellemtiptoldyouEpisode 12 Heart Healing, 2018 Homework, And Being BlackOn this episode, Dr. Tip reveals her latest epiphany on love, assigns homework in preparation for 2018, and offers her ideas surrounding Waka Flaka's proclamation that he's not Black.2017-10-1536 min
TellemtiptoldyouEpisode11: Soap, the NFL, and other things that make Dr. Tip RantDr. Tip airs her frustration on the recent Dove ad, the turn the NFL boycott has taken, and things that make her teeth itch.2017-10-1039 min
TellemtiptoldyouEpisode11: Sponsored Mobility, Tokenism, and Other Reasons to Bust it OpenOn this episode, Dr. Tip explains how narrative can make some Black folks believe that they are better than others. She wraps up with an answer to Black Single Life (for those that don't want to be single).2017-10-0133 min
TellemtiptoldyouEpisode 10: The Secret to Manifesting Your DreamsOn today's edition, Dr. Tip talks the #takeaknee movement, the secret to manifesting your dreams, and some other personal stuff. Tune in to hear some news about upcoming events.2017-09-2528 min
TellemtiptoldyouEpisode 9: Self Care Comes in All SizesIn this week's episode, Dr. Tip discusses Usher's plus size accuser, STIs, and other reasons to be well.2017-08-2728 min
TellemtiptoldyouEpisode 8 In Honor Of Dick GregoryIn honor of Dick Gregory, Dr. Tip discusses the power of storytelling and being in control of your own narrative.2017-08-2032 min
TellemtiptoldyouEpisode6: Creating Boundaries and Carving out Space for SelfIn this episode, Dr. Tip talks about affirmative action, failed projects, and the importance of establishing healthy boundaries to protect your vision.2017-08-0636 min