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Too Dope Teachers and a MicDaphne Draws Data Author Cole Nussbaumer Knaflic, and storytelling with dataAs the 2024-25 school year kicks off across the nation, math teachers, students, and parents of the students face a familiar foe: self-confidence in mathematics. According to a Gallup poll before the COVID-19 pandemic, over 40% of students aged 13-17 reported that they were “struggling” or “not proficient” in math. But no one knows this reality more than math teachers themselves. Cole Nussbaumer Knaflic, herself a mathematician and data analyst, has spent her career teaching adults to tell impactful and motivational stories using data. She has published professional books on the subject, but comes on the TooDope Teachers and a Mi...2024-09-0900 min

Too Dope Teachers and a Mic130. Daphne Draws Data Author Cole Nussbaumer Knaflic, and storytelling with dataAs the 2024-25 school year kicks off across the nation, math teachers, students, and parents of the students face a familiar foe: self-confidence in mathematics. According to a Gallup poll before the COVID-19 pandemic, over 40% of students aged 13-17 reported that they were "struggling" or "not proficient" in math. But no one knows this reality more than math teachers themselves.Cole Nussbaumer Knaflic, herself a mathematician and data analyst, has spent her career teaching adults to tell impactful and motivational stories using data. She has published professional books on the subject, but comes on the TooDope Teachers...2024-09-0900 min

Too Dope Teachers and a MicChicanologues 08. The Vibes and Brilliance of Zandra Jo Galván, ALAS Superintendent of the YearZandra Jo Galván joins me for a fun and inspirational conversation on this week's Chicanologues! Celebrated by the Association of Latino Administrators and Superintendents (ALAS), Zandra Jo now leads the school district that raised her, Greenfield Union in the Central Coast region of California.Growing up the youngest child of Mexican immigrants, Zandra Jo was inspired to become a teacher by her older sister. At just 10 years old, Zandra Jo knew she wanted to take this journey. When she was elevated to serve as superintendent of the district that educated her, 90% raza, she b...2024-02-1200 min

Too Dope Teachers and a Mic127. "Belonging is the Outcome" Carney Sandoe's Kim Garner and Brandon Jacobs Discuss Forum DEIBWe are partnering with Carney, Sandoe & Associates to bring you cutting-edge insights and opportunities to learn from and with members of their communities. In today's episode, Kim Garner and Brandon Jacobs join us to discuss DEIB (the B stands for Belonging), the importance of DEIB work across all educational spaces, and the chance for folx in the Philly area to attend their Hiring Forum DEIB event this coming Friday!Kim graduated from Suffolk University with a B.A. in International Business. She began working at Carney, Sandoe & Associates in 2000 as an Operations Associate, and became Associate Director of...2024-01-2200 min

Too Dope Teachers and a Mic123. "An Island Beyond Yourself" Adam Gacka and Nkanga Nsa Discuss TEACHER filmIt is no secret that the teaching profession has become increasingly challenging, especially since the COVID-19 pandemic. For those of us who taught before and through the pandemic, it was never easy. Always challenging, always demanding, always underpaid. Kevin and I have both left classroom roles (although being an administrator is also difficult), and we are both still a little, what's the word, surprised? When folx choose teaching in these times.Filmmaker Adam Gacka, founder of Production House in Chicago, was hired to make a promotional video for the ambitious Chicago Teacher Residency and...2023-12-2300 min

Too Dope Teachers and a Mic119. 2023 National Teacher of the Year Rebecka Peterson's MANY Good ThingsThis week's guest is a direct challenge to how many of us are living our education lives in 2023. Believing is hard. Optimism is something we can switch on with students, when we need to maintain our authority in the classroom, but we struggle to live in optimism. Look, we get it. Teachers are entering yet another school year of unrealistic pressure, political attacks, and dwindling capacity to teach our students and live joyfully. Rebecka Peterson has an idea for all of us.Rebecka Peterson, the 2023 National Teacher of the...2023-09-1500 min

Too Dope Teachers and a Mic(Dr.) GLOVE(r) and Basketball and Student Voice with Dr. Erica GloverDr. Erica Glover is brilliant, and able to speak on most anything, from hoops to equity to student voice to hip hop! In this joyful and amazing conversation, we get Dr. Glover’s take on QUEENS Angel Reese and Caitlin Clarke, the weather, the origins of Disrupter University, and, most importantly, her new book, Centering Student Voice: A Guide for Cultivating Emotionally Intelligent Educators and Culturally Responsive Classrooms. Plus a top five rappers that is straight out the barbershop. Dr. Glover is a servant of education, committed to equity, inclusion, and justice. Throughout her career in education, Dr...2023-04-0800 min

Too Dope Teachers and a Mic117. (Dr.) GLOVE(r) and Basketball and Student Voice with Dr. Erica GloverDr. Erica Glover is brilliant, and able to speak on most anything, from hoops to equity to student voice to hip hop! In this joyful and amazing conversation, we get Dr. Glover's take on QUEENS Angel Reese and Caitlin Clarke, the weather, the origins of Disrupter University, and, most importantly, her new book, Centering Student Voice: A Guide for Cultivating Emotionally Intelligent Educators and Culturally Responsive Classrooms. Plus a top five rappers that is straight out the barbershop.Dr. Glover is a servant of education, committed to equity, inclusion, and justice. Throughout her career i...2023-04-0800 min

Too Dope Teachers and a Mic114. Pelo malo no existe/Bad Hair Doesn't Exist with author Sulma Arzu-BrownProduced by Gerardo A. MuñozEdited and mixed by Gerardo A. MuñozMusic composed and performed by Kevin AdamsToo Dope Teachers and a Mic is a TooDope Production.Copyright 2023 2023-03-0500 min

Too Dope Teachers and a Mic110. Poetry for the Revolution with Poet Queen Valyn Lyric TurnerValyn Lyric Turner is a spoken word poet, theatre artist, songwriter, and activist hailing from Atlanta, Georgia, the ancestral homeland of the Cherokee and Creek native nations. Valyn is a Senior Posse Scholar at Boston University where she double majors in Theatre Arts and Spanish. Some of her acting credits include starring in the radio drama “Iris”, local online safety series “Digital Citizenship,” and most recently, “LORENA: A TABLOID EPIC” at Boston Playwright’s Theatre. She is currently in rehearsals for the world premier of Kirsten Greenidge’s new play, Little Row Boat, or Conjecture at Boston University’s College of Fine Ar...2023-02-1100 min

Too Dope Teachers and a Mic108. New Year, New DopenessIt's been a season of change in #TooDope Nation! With Gerardo firmly entrenched in the dark side, and Kev still holdin down the block, it was past time to catch up. In this episode, we catch up on the work we're doing, talk about these education streets, and make some resolutions for 23.Support the podcast on Patreon.Want great abolitionist PD for your community, school, or district? Check out Quetzal Education Consulting.2023-01-2800 min

Too Dope Teachers and a Mic108. New Year, New DopenessIt’s been a season of change in #TooDope Nation! With Gerardo firmly entrenched in the dark side, and Kev still holdin down the block, it was past time to catch up. In this episode, we catch up on the work we’re doing, talk about these education streets, and make some resolutions for 23. Support the podcast on Patreon. Want great abolitionist PD for your community, school, or district? Check out Quetzal Education Consulting.2023-01-2700 min

Too Dope Teachers and a MicSUMMER REVOLUTION MIXTAPE TRACK 4: JULIANA URTUBEY 2021 NATIONAL TEACHER OF THE YEARWhat happens the year after a person is named CCSSO National Teacher of the Year? Find out when we catch up with 2021 National Teacher of the Year Juliana Urtubey! In her FIRST interview since her term ended, La Juli talks to us about her year representing America’s teachers, Joy and Justice, even today, and what she has learned about being in community with us. She also shares with us what is next for her (a TooDope Exclusive). Juliana Urtubey, NBCT is known as “Ms. Earth” for her efforts to beautify schools and unify communities through murals and ga...2022-08-1500 min

Too Dope Teachers and a MicSUMMER REVOLUTION MIXTAPE TRACK 4: JULIANA URTUBEY 2021 NATIONAL TEACHER OF THE YEARWhat happens the year after a person is named CCSSO National Teacher of the Year? Find out when we catch up with 2021 National Teacher of the Year Juliana Urtubey! In her FIRST interview since her term ended, La Juli talks to us about her year representing America's teachers, Joy and Justice, even today, and what she has learned about being in community with us. She also shares with us what is next for her (a TooDope Exclusive).Juliana Urtubey, NBCT is known as “Ms. Earth” for her efforts to beautify schools and unify communities thro...2022-08-0500 min

The Flamingos Podcast with YAD, Kanzi & AwabEpisode 114 | "Inspiring Story" w/Soulja & FlippterIn this episode, YAD & Awab share their weeks. Kid Cudi walking off stage. Marvel upcoming projects. Awab talks about Will Smith's public apology. Music Releases: the guys cover "2000" from the previous week by Joey Badass. Beyonce's "Renaissance act i" Local: PCR is now available in selected pharmacies. Awab talks about Maman & TooDope show. YAD & Awab congratulate Tasty Biscuits on winning. Flamingos get on a call with Soulja & Flippter to talk about Habsha, & their upcoming work. New Record label in Dubai GXR. Local music releases from Freek & Synaptik & More! 2022-08-011h 27

The Flamingos Podcast with YAD, Kanzi & AwabEpisode 110 | "Fanbase"In this episode, The guys talk about their weeks, the humidity, Kanzi talks about futuristic retirement plans, and more! The guys then get into talk about the surprise release by Drake, and YAD talks about the maturity in Hip Hop. Flamingos talk about more releases from the week and discuss future releases. XXL Freshman list. Omarion & Mario verzuz. Kanzi Crypto talk. Local: YAD talks about the upcoming BADBADNOTGOOD upcoming show in Dubai. The guys discuss releases from TooDope, Bu Kalthoum, and Zein Gowie. Awab talks about the Monkeypox rule in Dubai & YA...2022-06-201h 25

The Jamdean Show(Bonus Ep.) TooDope in The Dean's Office #TnT2sday #JamdeanShowJamdean makes a quick Zoom Call to Tayeb "TooDope" Hajo to talk shit, catch up, discuss upcoming projects, LAUGH, and shoutout the homies!!!For the video go to our YouTube Channel!! #JamdeanShow 2022-03-2645 min

أصوات سودانيةدروس الغربةاهلا بيكم مرة تانية في مواصلة لي لقائنا مع د محمد نور، وهو اقتصادي ومحاضر و عميد لكلية الريادة.اللقاء دا مواصلة لمجموعة الأسئلة من الحلقة السابقة، وفيها حيكلمنا د محمد نور عن المهارات وكيف ممكن ننميها، و الإتعلمو شنو من زيارتو ل73 دولة في العالم في خلال 30 سنة من عمرو، و برضو حيورينا كيف قدر يستخدم مهاراتو و خبراتو في إنشاء كلية الريادة واللي فيها برامج ما موجودة في أي جامعة او كلية حالياً في السودان زي تخصص الذكاء الإصطناعي، و ريادة نظم الأعمالالأغاني في الخلفية احب مكان وطني السودانAlright - TooDope ft. MaManأغنية جائزة تهارقا الدولية 2016 2022-03-1148 min

Too Dope Teachers and a MicHabitually Disruptive Episode 8: Luís Antezana of Juntos 2 CollegeA long time ago, I got a chance to connect with my friend Luis Antezana, former classroom teacher and founder of Juntos 2 College and DACA recipient. Born in Bolivia, Luis has long wanted to provide undocumented students with the resources for post-secondary life, not limited to college, but also in terms of financial literacy, planning, and entrepreneurship. For more information visit https://www.juntos2college.com/ To connect with our sponsor, head over to https://www.quetzalec.com/ And to support TooDope Productions, check us out on https://www.patreon.com/toodopeteachers 2021-12-2000 min

Too Dope Teachers and a MicHabitually Disruptive Episode 8: Luís Antezana of Juntos 2 CollegeA while back, I got a chance to connect with my friend Luis Antezana, former classroom teacher and founder of Juntos 2 College and DACA recipient. Born in Bolivia, Luis has long wanted to provide undocumented students with the resources for post-secondary life, not limited to college, but also in terms of financial literacy, planning, and entrepreneurship.For more information visit https://www.juntos2college.com/To connect with our sponsor, head over to https://www.quetzalec.com/And to support TooDope Production, check us...2021-12-2000 min

The Flamingos Podcast with YAD, Kanzi & AwabEpisode 74 | "You Will Understand"In this episode, the guys talk about later inspirations for Kanzi, YAD's weekend with Awab, and how nightlife is different in Abu Dhabi & Dubai. Awab talks about OnlyFans banning explicit content. Kanzi introduces the new Tesla Robot. YAD discusses Jake Paul vs Tyron Woodley. The guys discuss Kendrick's (NuThoughts) Letter. Music releases from Trippe Redd & Drake shot at Kanye. DVSN x Ty Dolla $ign, and MORE!. Local: The guys talk about Abu Dhabi being back on track. The Fridge Concert series update. Local Music releases: Bu Kolthoum album "Talib", Lect "Somewere" EP, Prodbyctrl."...2021-08-231h 43

Too Dope Teachers and a MicSummer Revolution Mixtape 2021 Track 2: Kevin and Asia Discuss the Exit Interview and the Attack on Black TeachersKevin and Asia have been hosting The Exit Interview for the last few months. The Exit Interview is a TooDope Production that was formulated by Asia as part of her doctoral work around Racial Battle Fatigue, Dr. William Smith's concept of the labor and burden that is disproportionately shouldered by educators of color, especially Black teachers. The Exit Interview is profound, emotional, and authentic. There are enough stories to fill a book. Kevin and Asia open up about their own learning as a part of gathering these stories, and share the implications of anti-Blackness across the system...2021-07-1500 min

Too Dope Teachers and a Mic02. Habitually Disruptive: 2020 New Jersey State Teacher of the Year Kimberly Dickstein-HughesKimberly Dickstein-Hughes, the 2020 New Jersey State Teacher of the Year, brings joyous and disruptive energy to her work, both in her school and the teaching community at large. Whether helping students think critically about Shakespeare or facilitating their own engaged and authentic work, "Kimmy D" is a transformative force in the lives of her students, and for public school educators everywhere. Join us for a fun conversation that we simply did not want to end! To support this TooDope Production, head over to patreon.com/toodopeteachers.2021-07-1200 min

Doha StyleTayeb Hajo (TooDope): A Rising SensationThis episode is also available as a blog post: https://doha-style.com/tayeb-hajo-toodope/2021-07-0405 min

Too Dope Teachers and a MicBreaking News! Finishing the Game with the Ednium Alumni CollectiveAfter months and months of discussion, community listening, planning, and research, the Denver Public Schools Board of Education stands poised to make a decision that could improve the future prospects of countless young people of color in our city. With the support of Ednium, the non-profit alumni collective organized by TeRay Esquibel, Denver could have graduation requirements in Ethnic Studies and Financial Literacy as early as 2023. All that remains is an important Board vote in June, and it could happen. Ednium threw up the TooDope Bat Signal, and we are here to amplify this work. Listen to...2021-04-2800 min

TOO DOPE CreativesEp. 08 APRIL FOOLS PRANK CALLIts April and we are kicking off this month with nothing but laughs, pranks and pure comedy! Listen in on Teona's prank call with family as she reveals some unbelievable news! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/toodope-creatives/message 2021-04-0317 min

TOO DOPE CreativesEp. 07 "DOULA-PRENEUR"Join us as we welcome Women's Wellness Instructor and Doula-preneur, Victoria Marable to the creative room to discuss getting into the postpartum doula business and how the role of doulas are improving black maternal health. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/toodope-creatives/message 2021-03-2743 min

TOO DOPE CreativesEpisode #06 "BUSINESS WITH FRIENDS...WHAT WILL IT COST YOU?"Starting a business with your friends is incredibly rewarding, but it comes with its own unique challenges. Come on in as we discuss lessons learned from starting a business with friends that can help avoid some of the more obvious pitfalls. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/toodope-creatives/message 2021-03-1331 min

TOO DOPE CreativesEp. 05 "MAKE IT MAKE CENT$"Even during a pandemic, a new year is still a time for a fresh start. Join us as we kick off the month with all things finance and how we plan to Make It Make Cent$ for 2021. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/toodope-creatives/message 2021-03-0629 min

TOO DOPE CreativesEp. #04 SURVIVING KINFOLKThey say you can't pick your family....or can you? Listen in or our candid conversation about "Surviving Kinfolk". --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/toodope-creatives/message 2021-02-2819 min

TOO DOPE CreativesEp. #03 "GIRL CODE CONFESSIONS"Join us as we decode unbreakable commandments of adult friendships. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/toodope-creatives/message 2021-02-2030 min

TOO DOPE CreativesEp. #02 MRS. CONCEPTIONCome on in and join the discussion as we talk Mrs. Conceptions and ideas about marriage that don’t quite hold up in real life. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/toodope-creatives/message 2021-02-131h 01

TOO DOPE CreativesEp. #01 "SINGLE AF"Redesigning the rules and navigating dating during the pandemic. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/toodope-creatives/message 2021-02-0633 min

Too Dope Teachers and a Mic85. 2021 Texas Teacher of the Year Eric Hale!This one is a history-making episode, y'all, and instant classic. We go for an energetic and inspirational ride with Eric Hale, the 2021 Texas Teacher of the Year. The first Black man to earn this award in the history of Texas. We cover a wide range of topics, from serving your community and meeting its needs to raising the achievement of his students who come from historically marginalized communities, to raising money in the wake of a tornado that devastated his community. Also, we discuss his critical perspective on the TooDope Top Five MCs .He has appeared on NBC Nightly...2021-01-2800 min

Too Dope Teachers and a Mic80. 2021 Premiere: Cornelius Minor!What better way to kick off the most uncertain semester in the history of public education than with educator, author, revolutionary, superhero and trickster Cornelius Minor? He sits with us for a fun, energetic, optimistic and wide-spanning conversation that covers such eclectic topics as race in education, a pedagogy centered in Black and African spirituality, community and intellectualism, basketball, comic books, movies, and the Dr. Xavier of BIPOC educator-superhero-tricksters. We laugh, we become serious, and he has a special offer for the first 5 TooDope Patrons to join us this month! Also, fun fact: this is our 80th...2021-01-0700 min

Too Dope Teachers and a Mic79. Semester FinaleWe have arrived at the most anticipated winter break in the history of public education! We have a lot on our minds, and a lot to decompress; thankfully, we have our nation of toodope therapists to listen and not judge us! In this episode, the final episode of 2020, we discuss lessons we have learned, both school-related and otherwise, during this year, we discuss the importance of healing, and make some resolutions for the new school year. In fact, this year has taken such a toll that Kevin even tries to convince Gerardo to freestyle and, well, you're just gonna...2020-12-2200 min

Too Dope Teachers and a MicEpisode 70: Crossover! Feat. Unprofessional Development part 1Few weeks back, we did our first true crossover with our Philadelphia brothers Mealey and Tudisco of the Unprofessional Development podcast. We had so much fun we had to divide the session up into two episodes! They bring super-fun conversation games into the fray and what ensues is a fun but, we hope, informative and helpful crossover. Subscribe and download on both platforms! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/toodope-teachers/support 2020-12-0637 min

Wake Up Call with KarlWake Up Call with Karl EP. 3Discovering the Sudanese Rapper TooDope with his new song Sabbinaha.2020-11-2704 min

Too Dope Teachers and a MicEpisode 69: Joe Truss and Culturally Responsive LeadershipJoe Truss is an utterly transformational abolitionist leader in the Bay Area, and has risen in profile as a result of #realtalk about antiracism and dismantling White supremacy culture in schools. During the course of this conversation, Dr. Truss, who received his doctorate from the TooDope University of Real Talk and Real PD, shifts our center regarding school leadership and developing a leadership voice. We learn about his background, his experiences, how this self-described “schoolboy” became a teacher, and much more. Plus his top 5 MCs with a lot of qualifiers. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easie...2020-10-111h 02

Too Dope Teachers and a MicEpisode 70: Crossover! Feat. Unprofessional Development part 1Few weeks back, we did our first true crossover with our Philadelphia brothers Mealey and Tudisco of the Unprofessional Development podcast. We had so much fun we had to divide the session up into two episodes! They bring super-fun conversation games into the fray and what ensues is a fun but, we hope, informative and helpful crossover. Subscribe and download on both platforms! Audio Player --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/toodope-teachers/support 2020-10-1037 min

Too Dope Teachers and a MicEpisode 68: October Count(down)It's October, which means Count Day and countdown to hybrid in many districts across the TooDope Nation. We discuss anxieties, preparation and whether anyone is qualified to train or evaluate anyone else in this moment. Plus some teachers about upcoming guests, a brief requiem for the Nuggets, and a lil surprise about 20 minutes in. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/toodope-teachers/support 2020-10-031h 14

Too Dope Teachers and a MicEpisode 67: Of Internets, Meets, and BoycottsIt’s official, #TooDopeNation. Kev and Gera have lost their minds. Remote has put us in the Upside-Down. It’s a post-modern world where everything is everything, and even when we go to the building for better internet there is a lag. Gerardo and Kev play around, discuss their life in this world of #RemoteLearning and all that comes with it. In an unexpected turn of events, Kevin decides to ask Gerardo to rethink his NFL boycott. What ensues is a reflection on popular culture, social, political, and spiritual experiences and bonds, men’s relationships, and our dads...2020-09-191h 06

Too Dope Teachers and a MicToo Dope Students #RemixedWe come back to get student perspectives on this moment of education! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/toodope-teachers/support 2020-09-1949 min

Too Dope Teachers and a MicSeason 5 Premiere!The boyz are back to kick off Season Five of Too Dope Teachers and a Mic, Pandemic/Uprising edition! Join us as we blow off a lil steam, talk about the adventure of Remote Teaching, and bomb on School-o-lo-gy. Plus, the answer to the Twitter question of the day: could current Kev and Gera beat up 20-year-old Kev and Gera? The answers and more right here! Mind the volume, this episode is loud and rawkus, but we hope that we can speak to you in this wild and stress-inducing time. We’ll be aight, believe that! --- This ep...2020-09-061h 04

Too Dope Teachers and a MicSummer Revolution Mixtape 2020 Track 7: WeUp and A2H2’s Dr. Courthney RussellPrepare yourself. Track 7 of our Revolution Summer Mixtape features the prolific creator Dr. Courthney Russell, former medical doctor, and founder of WeUp and A2H2, which seek to connect BIPOC to entrepreneurial and medical access in these hard times. We have an energetic and inspirational discussion which is one part Tavis Smiley, one part Washington Week and one part Breakfast Club. Listen today if you want inspiration and motivation! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/toodope-teachers/support 2020-08-161h 08

Too Dope Teachers and a MicRevolution Summer Mixtape 2020 Track 6: Activated YouthDuring our conversation with youth activists from Denver and Flint, recent graduate and youth leader Eeshyia King stated that “I don’t consider myself an activist. I am actiVATED.” This important distinction guided our conversation with youth who are not “waiting their turn” to be seen and heard. Along with the student hosts of the Know Justice, Know Peace video podcast, we had an inspirational and motivational talk with important voices in the movement for educational justice. Amazing stuff! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcas...2020-07-281h 01

Too Dope Teachers and a MicRevolutionary Summer Mixtape 2020!First five tracks of our Revolution Summer Mixtape: Director Tay Anderson, José Luís Vilson, Dr. Bettina L. Love, Jessyca Mathews, All of the Above! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/toodope-teachers/support 2020-07-286h 18

The Flamingos Podcast with YAD, Kanzi & AwabEpisode 20 | "Passes" Featuring JindiOn this episode: Flamingos don't waste time by directly going in with discussing what happened in Tory Lanez & Megg the Stallion's shooting incident, then the Flamingos share their expectations for the upcoming Verzuz battle between Snoop Dogg and DMX. Kanye shares and deletes the tracklist for his upcoming album "DONDA" and the boys give their takes, Awab brings up Logic's future release and retirement and YAD doesn't waste time with sharing his thoughts. The Flamingos discuss album releases from Blu & Exile "Miles", Joey Badass "The Light Pack", Dj Khalid & Drake new tracks "Greece" & "Popstar", and Oddisee's latest EP "Oddcure".2020-07-201h 13

Too Dope Teachers and a MicRevolutionaries #SummerMixtape2020Track 1: Director Tay AndersonSummer is here, and while temperatures have been moderate, it is still probably going to be the hottest summer on record. The block is hot, but we hope that everyone gets something of a reprieve to recuperate, reflect, recharge, and reload for the work that is to come. We present to you the first track of our summer mixtape. Denver Board of Education Director Tay Anderson has forced conversations that have made some uncomfortable, while inspiring others (most of us, if you look at election results from 2019). He has demanded justice for communities of color with pained relations with...2020-07-1155 min

The Flamingos Podcast with YAD, Kanzi & AwabEpisode 14 | "Miseducation"Another week another brand new EPISODE from the Flamingos, and in this one O.B starts with updates on what's happening in the states. YAD talks about the difference of Racism in our region and countries like the States. The Flamingos tackle how badly "influencers" in our region are showing their support. Flamingos discuss "Mantic" album by Ro James. On the local scene, Flamingos discuss the Charlie Sloth X Big Hass IG Live that was organized by Nomad and how it's a regional victory. Flamingos Picks: Kanzi: Mazmars ft. Seidosimba | KaifwKaif, O.B: MaMan ft. Niiile & TooDope...2020-06-0854 min

Too Dope Teachers and a Mic#TooDope #Revolutionaries #Mixtape Track 8, Episode 48: Taina Asili A very special guest, on the heels of a rousing and inspirational performance at the end of the NEA Conference on Racial and Social Justice, Recording artist and advocateTaina Asili has been refining her music and her community activism for decades. The child of artist-educator-activists, she embodies the life well-lived: advocacy for your community, solidarity with communities in struggle, crisis, or oppression, using your gifts to do so. Gerardo has been listening to her music for years, thanks to a friend’s recommendation, and this conversation is a seamless and exciting view into the life of an ad...2019-07-1600 min

Too Dope Teachers and a Mic#TooDope #Revolutionaries #Mixtape Track 7, Episode 47: MapSO Freedom SchoolWhen the system fails to meet the needs of our young people, we have a choice to make. But sometimes their needs are so invisible to people in power that we need to go it alone. Meet the courageous Freedom Educators of the MAPSO Freedom School, in the joint South Orange-Maplewood School District, serving two municipalities in Essex County, New Jersey. In the tradition of the Freedom Schools during the struggle against Segregation, these fearless teachers established a program designed to support students working their way through modern-day struggles for educational and social justice. They were alone at first...2019-07-1600 min

Too Dope Teachers and a Mic#TooDope #Revolutionaries #Mixtape Track 6, Episode 46: Flint's Own Jesyca Mathews Sometimes the struggle finds us and we have a decision to make. Meet Jesyca Mathews, Language Arts teacher out of Flint, Michigan, who has not only engaged in the fight for clean water, a basic human need, but has also helped her students to raise their voices and power to fight. Though things have improved somewhat, the water crisis in Flint is far from resolved. After 1,912 days without clean water (counting--at the time of this post), the people of Flint are still subjected to unclean tap water, and still need bottled water and filters for basic needs...2019-07-1600 min

Too Dope Teachers and a Mic#TooDope #Revolutionaries Mixtape Track 5, Episode 45: Undocumented and UnafraidDuring Track 3 of our summer #Revolutionaries #Mixtape series, we chop it up with Karen Reyes-Lozano, DACA teacher from Austin, Texas. She speaks openly and honestly about the importance of sharing our narratives and advocating for systemic and ideological change in the treatment and opportunities we expose our undocumented youth to. This is an episode of laughter and tears as the courageous Karen shares her inspiring path to outspoken, loud and proud activism and advocacy. A symbol of a new era in which undocumented individuals have emerged from the shadows, rejecting anonymity and invisibility, she is at the forefront of...2019-07-1600 min

Too Dope Teachers and a Mic#TooDope #Revolutionaries #Mixtape Track 4, Episode 44: Lunch Interlude The fellas take a breather after a morning of incredible conversations with revolutionary educators, whose work is redefining what it means to be an engaged educator, public intellectual, and public servant. You will hear previews from some conversations, reviews of others, and we attempt to synthesize what it all means for us in our work and in our lives as members of our communities. This one might set a record for our shortest episode, but if you are needing encouragement and perspective in these difficult times, give this a listen.2019-07-1600 min

Too Dope Teachers and a Mic#TooDope #Revolutionaries #Mixtape Track 3, Episode 43: Terry Jess and Micah KruserOur summer #Revolutionaries #Mixtape rolls on with our conversation with Terry Jess and Micah Kruser, who will discuss effective and disruptive white allyship, as well as the roll that white educators may play in supporting students of color. We all aspire to the level of collaboration and partnership modeled by Terry and Micah, don't miss this one. Recorded live in Houston at the National Education Association's Conference on Racial and Social Justice in Houston, TX on July 1, 2019. To white educators, their message is no excuses, they, along with Luke Michener, have begun the work. Check out their...2019-07-1600 min

Too Dope Teachers and a Mic#TooDope #Revolutionaries #Mixtape Track 2, Episode 42: Boots Riley!Sorry to Bother You, but our summer mixtape rolls on! This track features the incredible revolutionary artist Boots Riley! Best known for the landmark film Sorry to Bother You, Boots has been a mainstay in grassroots movements all over the world. Raised by community-minded revolutionaries, Boots eventually became identified with the rebel hip hop collective The Coup, and has amplified people's movements all over the world. As keynote speaker, Boots graciously agreed to spend 40 minutes with us to discuss the intersections of schooling, art, activism, and community organizing. We discuss the state of community organizing, schooling, and...2019-07-1600 min

Too Dope Teachers and a Mic#TooDope #Revolutionaries #Mixtape Track 9, Episode 49: Priya Vulchi and Winona GuoKevin and Gerardo sit down for an energizing and inspiring discussion with Priya Vulchi and Winona Guo, co-Founders of Choose and co-authors of two books, most recently Tell Me Who You Are, and exploration of identity in the United States. As fifteen-year-old sophomores, these two young scholars were introduced to conversations about racial conflict following the death of Eric Garner at the hands of police. They were hit hard by the fact that racial identity and conflict had not been introduced to them previously, though they had both experienced discrimination. Their shock quickly evolved into determination to improve the...2019-07-1600 min

Too Dope Teachers and a Mic#TooDope #Revolutionaries Mixtape Track 1 Episode 41: Black Lives Matter in SchoolThe fellas are finally back after a long layoff! Summer is here, and is a time for reflection, recharging, and anxiety dreams about the first day of school, all while trying to complete long-overdue projects in the house, to say nothing of restoring relationships to our significant others and families which may have been broken during the turbulent 2018-2019 school year...but we digress. This episode is the first track from our #Revolutionaries #Mixtape, our live shows from the NEA's Racial and Social Justice Conference in Houston, Texas on July 1 and 2. We have the incredible honor of...2019-07-1200 min

Too Dope Teachers and a MicEpisode 30: TooDope Supe?Join Gerardo and intern Sofia as they talk with Denver Public Schools candidate for superintendant Susana Cordova. Hear her story, and the challenges and inspiration she experienced in her journey from native Spanish speaker to the highest ranking LatinX person in Denver Public Schools, and why she decided to throw her name into the hat for the vacant superintendent job in the most visible district in Colorado. Listen today!2018-11-0100 min

Too Dope Teachers and a MicEpisode 29: All These Ts of C in One Place??Kevin and Gerardo catch up on the University of Colorado's Teachers of Color and Allies summit. This episode is why this podcast exists. Join us as we talk about this amazing gathering of teachers of color and next steps in building a community. Complete with toodope teacher interviews! Download and listen today!2018-11-0100 min

3 Angry Men023 - International Hip-Hop & AuthenticityThe 3 Angry Men are back with another episode! Again we are joined by Nick from AirFM This week we discuss the worldwide movement that is hiphop. How do we feel about it going worldwide? Should it be a worldwide movement? Who should make profit off the movement? We also talk about what we think is good international hiphop and what it isn't. During the creation of this episode we made use of the site https://foreignrap.com/ and we listened to these songs: * Ezhel - Şehrimin Tadı - YouTube * Higher Brothers x Famous Dex - Made In China (Prod ... - Yo...2018-03-2958 min

Too Dope Teachers and a MicEpisode 19: TooDope Resolutions!Kevin and Gerardo are BACK for 2018 with our first episode of the new year. Listen as we discuss our New Year's Justice Resolutions, what it means to be an antiracist teacher, and an emerging group of justice-oriented teachers of color in this city and beyond. Subscribe today!2018-01-2700 min

Too Dope Teachers and a MicEpisode 11: School's Out!Gerardo and Kevin reflect on the year past, discuss ways #TooDope teachers can spend their summer, and look to the 2017-2018 school year. Kevin shares his plan of action, Gerardo tries to see that his glass is half-full, and Kevin complains. 2017-06-031h 08

Too Dope Teachers and a Mic#TooDope StudentsGerardo and Kevin drop a surprise episode! In Episode 4, #TooDope Students, we sit down with four Denver high school students who have attempted to address issues of race in their school, recently completing a "Social Justice Spirit Week" at their school. These young people are #TooDope!2017-01-2546 min