Latest Historically Podcast Episodes
Red Delicious - Red, Not Delicious!
Historically Random Podcast - December 10, 2019 23:00 - 17 minutesOn this week’s episode of Historically Random we discover the origins of America’s most popular apple, and it’s subsequent decline. Sources: The Awful Reign of the Red Delicious - Sarah Yager : The Atlantic The Red Delicious is an Apple Atrocity. Why are we growing billions of pounds of them...
Shampoo - Better Than Real Poo?
Historically Random Podcast - December 05, 2019 00:00 - 19 minutesThis episode we explore the history of shampoo. Sources Wikipedia
Huddle - It’s a Secret
Historically Random Podcast - November 26, 2019 14:00 - 26 minutesOn this episode we explore a part of Football History that has ties to Kansas, and the deaf community. Sources: healthhearingmatters.org Americacomesalive.com Wikipedia.com Jstor.org American Annals of the Deaf 1946, Galludet University Press
Shaw University President Paulette Dillard
HBCU Digest Radio - November 09, 2019 02:26 - 26 minutes ★★★★★ - 14 ratingsDr. Dillard shares updates on a recent $1 million gift to the university, a historic land value assessment and addresses concerns about a potential merger with St. Augustine's University.
'Papa John' is Not Welcome in the HBCU Community
HBCU Digest Radio - November 08, 2019 02:21 - 10 minutes ★★★★★ - 14 ratingsPizza chain founder John Schnatter's support for Donald Trump is a non-negotiable obstacle in Papa John's building partnerships with HBCUs.
When Bad Research Fuels HBCU Stereotypes
HBCU Digest Radio - November 04, 2019 22:28 - 9 minutes ★★★★★ - 14 ratingsJarrett Carter Sr. shares thoughts on today's Forbes Magazine piece on how "diversity is killing HBCUs."
Wiley President Herman Felton
HBCU Digest Radio - November 01, 2019 03:37 - 57 minutes ★★★★★ - 14 ratingsWe discuss Trump's impact on the HBCU sector and how the sector can stand against outside influences. We also highlight the latest news with the Higher Education Leadership Foundation and Wiley College's historic student support initiative.
Digest After Dark - So Y'all Don't Want Trump Coming to an HBCU?
HBCU Digest Radio - October 24, 2019 03:19 - 58 minutes ★★★★★ - 14 ratingsWe discuss the passing of Rep. Elijah Cummings, Allen U's historic gift, the 'HBCU-ish' t-shirt controversy, and Donald Trump's upcoming visit to Benedict.
Norfolk State President, Board Chair Discuss the First 90 Days of a New Administration
HBCU Digest Radio - October 16, 2019 21:08 - 34 minutes ★★★★★ - 14 ratingsWe talk with Norfolk State University President Javaune Adams-Gaston and Rector of the NSU Board of Visitors Joan Wilmer about the first 90 days of the school's new administration and its vision for the future.
Digest After Dark - Y'all Still Listening to David Banner?
HBCU Digest Radio - October 05, 2019 00:48 - 58 minutes ★★★★★ - 14 ratingsWe discuss the coaching controversy at Howard, the rise in HBCU philanthropy among celebrities, and David Banner's speech at Talladega.
Digest After Dark - Did Y'all See Omarosa at HBCU Week?
HBCU Digest Radio - September 23, 2019 20:26 - 58 minutes ★★★★★ - 14 ratingsWe discuss HBCU Week and President Trump's remarks to the community, Jemele Hill's take on black athletes returning to HBCUs, and how to address public safety concerns at black colleges.
Digest After Dark - Y'all Couldn't Get HBCU Awards Tickets?
HBCU Digest Radio - August 21, 2019 19:39 - 58 minutes ★★★★★ - 14 ratingsWe offer thoughts on this year's HBCU Awards ceremony and discuss the future of Cheyney University. We also break down the HBCU alumni echo chamber, and analyze Steph Curry's gift to Howard University.
HBCU Voices of STEM Excellence - Virginia Union's Carleitta Paige-Anderson
HBCU Digest Radio - August 19, 2019 19:25 - 21 minutes ★★★★★ - 14 ratingsWe talk with VUU University College Dean Dr. Paige-Anderson about her journey to a career in STEM administration, and how HBCUs create and maintain academic rigor in applied science fields.
Central State President Talks Historic Philanthropy, Research Investments
HBCU Digest Radio - August 09, 2019 18:18 - 15 minutes ★★★★★ - 14 ratingsCentral State University President Cynthia Jackson-Hammond shares news about two historic philanthropic gifts to the institution, and a major research investment in the growing hemp industry.
NBA Owner, Lincoln (Mo.) Alumna Valerie Daniels-Carter
HBCU Digest Radio - July 10, 2019 02:40 - 15 minutes ★★★★★ - 14 ratingsWe speak with Dr. Daniels-Carter about her experience and love for Lincoln University, her path to becoming an acclaimed entrepreneur, and her outlook on the opportunities and challenges facing HBCUs.
Adriel Hilton Talks the Future of HBCU Culture
HBCU Digest Radio - July 09, 2019 17:51 - 18 minutes ★★★★★ - 14 ratingsScholar and administrator Adriel Hilton discusses the future of HBCU education through lenses of diversity and capacity building.
From Principal to Rapper: NC Central's Regi Angelou
HBCU Digest Radio - July 09, 2019 17:46 - 19 minutes ★★★★★ - 14 ratingsRegi Angelou talks about her 'More Free' EP and the choice to move from educator and administrator to artist.
Morehouse School of Medicine to Lead National African American Cancer Research Effort
HBCU Digest Radio - July 06, 2019 01:45 - 12 minutes ★★★★★ - 14 ratingsMorehouse School of Medicine Associate Dean James Lillard discusses the MSM's role in a historic genetic sequencing initiative, which will boost the national archive of medical treatment outcomes by thousands of African American cancer survivors and patients.
Lyft's Monica Poindexter Talks HBCU Partnerships
HBCU Digest Radio - July 06, 2019 01:39 - 13 minutes ★★★★★ - 14 ratingsLyft's Head of Inclusion and Diversity discusses the company's HBCU development and recruitment initiatives, and how black colleges can forge stronger partnerships with Silicon Valley.
Howard Class of 1969 Gives $1 Million to University
HBCU Digest Radio - July 06, 2019 01:22 - 14 minutes ★★★★★ - 14 ratingsWe talk with the Class of 1969 Reunion Chair Edith Jones and Howard Director of Alumni Relations Sharon Strange-Lewis about the historic alumni gift.
Bennett, North Carolina A&T's Aariella Houston
HBCU Digest Radio - June 26, 2019 19:16 - 16 minutes ★★★★★ - 14 ratingsA dual enrollee at Bennett College and North Carolina A&T State University, Aariella Houston shares how she won a national entrepreneurship contest with Victoria Secret, and details life as a student business owner on the Bennett campus today.
HBCU Presidential Series - Lincoln U. (Mo.) President Jerald Jones Woolfolk
HBCU Digest Radio - June 21, 2019 17:14 - 15 minutes ★★★★★ - 14 ratingsWe talk with Lincoln University of Missouri President Jerald Jones Woolfolk about her recent contract extension, Lincoln's growing presence in state legislative funding discussions, and the growing need for HBCU communities to reassess diversity.
National Science Foundation HBCU-UP Director Claudia Rankins
HBCU Digest Radio - June 06, 2019 18:53 - 15 minutes ★★★★★ - 14 ratingsNational Science Foundation Program Director and former Hampton School of Science Dean Dr. Rankins shares the latest updates on federal HBCU research grants and the challenges HBCUs face in earning equitable review and support from federal resources.
HBCU Voice of STEM Excellence - Jackson State Alumna, Lockheed Martin Vice President Karmyn Norwood
HBCU Digest Radio - June 04, 2019 18:20 - 15 minutes ★★★★★ - 14 ratingsWe talk with Norwood about her path to JSU from a childhood of growing up on the Capital City campus, and her journey to becoming a vice president at Lockheed Martin.
Alabama State U Dean Tommie "Tonea" Stewart
HBCU Digest Radio - June 04, 2019 17:19 - 33 minutes ★★★★★ - 14 ratingsWe talk with the iconic actress and retiring academician about building Alabama State's theater arts program to national acclaim, and her reflections on her time in the HBCU community.
Digest After Dark - We Had a Really Good Year, Y'all
HBCU Digest Radio - May 22, 2019 20:12 - 54 minutes ★★★★★ - 14 ratingsWe recap the highlights and lowlights of the 2018-19 HBCU academic year.
HBCU Voices of STEM Excellence - Jackson State's Courtney Pitts
HBCU Digest Radio - May 16, 2019 02:13 - 17 minutes ★★★★★ - 14 ratingsWe talk with Dr. Pitts, Director of Vanderbilt University's Family Nurse Practitioner Program and Co-Director, Nurse Midwifery and Family Nurse Practitioner Dual Program, about her path to Jackson State and advice for aspiring nurses.
Wilberforce President Elfred Anthony Pinkard Discusses the $2 Million 'Wilberforce UNITE' Campaign
HBCU Digest Radio - May 15, 2019 16:02 - 14 minutes ★★★★★ - 14 ratingsDr. Pinkard shares updates and insights on Wilberforce University's 60-day campaign to raise $2 million in support of institutional objectives.
Digest After Dark - Y'all Thinking About Going to Grad School?
HBCU Digest Radio - May 02, 2019 02:23 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 14 ratingsTwo Hamptonians preparing for spring commencement share their research, experiences, and insight for HBCU graduates considering advanced degrees.
"We Have to Stop Comparing Ourselves to Everyone Else" Dillard Athletic Director Kiki Baker Barnes
HBCU Digest Radio - April 15, 2019 18:21 - 25 minutes ★★★★★ - 14 ratingsDr. Barnes shares her thoughts on being named as the interim athletic director of the Gulf Coast Athletic Conference, how she has built Dillard's athletic profile and the increasing appeal of women's sports.