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Send us a text (https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2178045/open_sms) In this soul-stirring episode of Ridgemont4'sFinest-The Podcast, we discuss the often uncharted territory of Black girls' mental health. Join us as we explore the multifaceted aspects of their experiences, challenges, and triumphs, shedding light on issues that have remained in the shadows for far too…

Send us a text (https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2178045/open_sms) In this episode of Ridgemont4'sFinest-The Podcast , we confront a deeply troubling issue that is shaking communities across the globe: the alarming rise in suicides among school-aged children, teenagers, and young adults. Join us as we shed light on this heart-wrenching topic, its underlying causes,…

Send us a text (https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2178045/open_sms) In this deeply moving episode of Ridgemont4'sFinest-The Podcast, we are honored to share the remarkable story of a family that turned their unimaginable grief into a powerful force for change. Join us as we get into the inspiring journey of a family who transformed their…

Send us a text (https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2178045/open_sms) Welcome back to another episode of Ridgemont4'sfinest-The Podcast, where we continue our important conversation about black girls and their mental health in the educational landscape. In this episode, we revisit and deepen the dialogue with a panel of accomplished black female mental health professionals. Together,…

Send us a text (https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2178045/open_sms) In this episode, we bring you an extraordinary panel of educators. Not only are they high school teachers and college professors, but one of them, a local comedian, achieved viral fame after being recorded by her students. Our educators share their insights, experiences, and concerns…

Send us a text (https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2178045/open_sms) We are continuing this episode with our college professors discussing the literacy gap and was they see from their POV. Our educators share their insights, experiences, and concerns regarding students' preparedness as they transition from high school to college. Are academic standards slipping? Is the…

Send us a text (https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2178045/open_sms) Welcome to another episode of Ridgemont4'sfinest-The Podcast. In this episode we are discussing the stories of black women teachers who have faced profound trauma under the guidance of black women principals. We will be taking some of my most recent a TikTok videos and turning…

Send us a text (https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2178045/open_sms) In this long awaited episode, we get into the diverse and dynamic journey of Attorney Staci Childs, a remarkable woman who transitioned from the classroom to the courtroom. Staci, a former teacher turned attorney (and dope rapper), shares her insights and experiences serving on the…

Send us a text (https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2178045/open_sms) Welcome back to another episode of Ridgemont4'sFinest-The Podcast. On this episode, I am joined by some teacher-moms as we discuss the chaos of being a loyal employee of a school/district where your own children attend. How do you manage this juggling act without feeling like…

Send us a text (https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2178045/open_sms) We left y'all with a cliffhanger on that last episode, so let's finish it off!!!! Welcome back to another episode of Ridgemont4'sFinest-The Podcast. On this episode, I am joined by some teacher-moms as we discuss the chaos of being a loyal employee of a school/district…

Send us a text (https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2178045/open_sms) Welcome to another episode of R4F- the Podcast and today we sit down with THE INCREDIBLE Dr. Byron McClure, a rare gem in the field of school psychology—part of the less-than-1% club of Black male school psychologists. We’re jumping right into his journey, starting with…

Send us a text (https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2178045/open_sms) In this episode of our podcast, we sit down with B. Drake, a seasoned professional in the field of child welfare with years of experience. We team up to really get into the nitty-gritty of the child welfare system, swapping heartfelt stories about kids finding…

Send us a text (https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2178045/open_sms) Join us for a candid conversation with Mrs. Jackie Anderson, President of the Houston Federation of Teacher (HFT), as we discuss the pressing issues facing the Houston Independent School District (HISD) and the broader implications for education in Texas. At the heart of our discussion…

Send us a text (https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2178045/open_sms) Welcome back to another episode of the podcast! We are continuing our conversation with some dynamic educators of HISD. In this episode, , Mrs. Muhammed and Mrs. Ebony, bravely share their experiences within Houston's education system post-state takeover. Mrs. Ebony pull back the curtain on…

Send us a text (https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2178045/open_sms) Welcome to another episode of Ridgemont4'sFinest-The Podcast. We are prepping to return to work after the much needed winter break and I have some of my teacher besties with me to get the conversation started. We joke around about our holiday shenanigans and I try…

Send us a text (https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2178045/open_sms) Continuing our conversation with B. Drake, a seasoned professional in the field of child welfare with years of experience. He goes deeper into the stories about kids finding their way through state custody and foster homes. In this segment he discusses the privatization of foster…

Send us a text (https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2178045/open_sms) In this episode, we discuss the concept of radical education with the inspiring Dr. Qiana O'Leary, a seasoned educator turned principal, and now the founder of an education consulting firm. Dr. O'Leary shares her transformative journey, leveraging her knowledge and skillset to champion the cause…

Send us a text (https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2178045/open_sms) In this episode of our podcast, we continue our conversation with about the recent student walkout and protest at Madison High School, where students are pushing back against a new cell phone policy imposed by their school district, HISD, the district that has recently been…

Send us a text (https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2178045/open_sms) In this episode of our podcast, we dive into the recent student walkout and protest at Madison High School, where students are pushing back against a new cell phone policy imposed by their school district, HISD, the district that has recently been taken over by…

Send us a text (https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2178045/open_sms) In this episode, we bring you the firsthand account of a teacher who is courageously confronting the systemic challenges within the Houston Independent School District (HISD). Despite facing termination for her advocacy, she refuses to be silenced as she shares her story of resilience and…

Send us a text (https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2178045/open_sms) In this latest episode, we sit down with Mrs. Muhammed, a resilient educator who has just emerged from a termination hearing within the Houston Independent School District (HISD). With the results now in, we discuss the aftermath of the hearing, the ongoing uncertainty she faces,…

Send us a text (https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2178045/open_sms) Welcome back to another episode of the podcast! We are continuing our conversation with some dynamic educators of HISD. In this episode, , Mrs. Muhammed and Mrs. Ebony, bravely share their experiences within Houston's education system post-state takeover. Mrs. Ebony pull back the curtain on…

Send us a text (https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2178045/open_sms) In case you missed the YouTube LIVE with HISD Union leader Michelle Williams, here's the audio for you. In this episode of Ridgemont4'sfinest-The Podcast, we are discussing the controversial case of Michelle Williams, a dedicated teacher and union leader within the Houston Independent School District…

Send us a text (https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2178045/open_sms) Where Have I Been? Ridgemont4'sFinest Is Back! After a whirlwind few months of working on Teachers After Dark and Divorce Diaries, and surviving the chaos of back-to-school season with helicopter parents and extra-needy students, I'm finally back! In this quick teaser, I catch you up…