Black, Brown & Bilingüe

In this episode of Black, Brown & Bilingüe, we sit down with award-winning author and illustrator Duncan Tonatiuh to explore his creative journey. Duncan shares insights into his unique writing process, the cultural and historical inspirations behind his work, and the deep connection between place, identity, and storytelling. Through a thoughtful conversation, we discuss how his Mexican-Americ...

Lissette and Maurice sit down and discuss the truth about DEI and make a commitment to calling out injustice. Diversity, Equity, any Inclusion is not going anywhere. Lets call it by its name!

Join Lissette and Maurice as they welcome back Dr. Paul Ortiz where he shared insights into his involvement in American Historia: The Untold History of Latinos, a documentary that sheds light on the often-overlooked contributions of Latinos in shaping U.S. history. Dr. Ortiz, a historian and author specializing in Latino and African American histories, discussed the importance of elevating narrati...

In our conversation with Luis Cortes Romero, he shared his perspective on participating in From Here, From There, a documentary that explores the lived experiences of immigrants navigating identity, belonging, and the complexities of the U.S. immigration system. As an attorney and advocate deeply involved in immigration law, Cortes Romero discussed how the film captures the resilience and struggle...

In this episode, Lissette and Maurice spoke with Dr. Laura C. Chávez-Moreno about her book How Schools Make Race: Teaching Latinx Racialization in America. The discussion focused on how schools shape ideas about race through policies and practices, often reinforcing racial inequalities. Using a bilingual education program as a case study, Chávez-Moreno highlighted the complexities of racialization...

Join us for an inspiring episode featuring Djuana Okotete, a former teacher who bravely transitioned from education to the corporate world before finding her true calling as a children's book author and reading advocate. Djuana shares the emotional challenges of leaving behind her beloved profession, the unexpected intersections between education and corporate life, and the fulfilling journey of r...

Lissette and Maurice talk about their experience being extroverted leaders and how to navigate working with fellow extroverts as well as introverts in the work place.

Join Lissette and Maurice as they kick off season 5 with a discussion of who they would invite to dinner and talk all things leadership.

Mónica Guzmán is Senior Fellow for Public Practice at Braver Angels, a nonprofit working to depolarize America, founder and CEO of Reclaim Curiosity, an organization working to build a more curious world; and author of I Never Thought Of It That Way: How to Have Fearlessly Curious Conversations in Dangerously Divided Times.

Sandy Cristobal is a bilingual educator and administrator. Sandy came to the US with her family when she was seven years old. Her trajectory as a newcomer and English learner led her to pursue education and become a teacher and now administrator. In this episode Sandy shares 5 tips for anyone working in a school setting on how to have a more positive work experience.

It this part 2 of 2 episode, Lissette and Maurice sit down with two syndicated radio hosts who were gained national attention after they acquired the rights to the "White Lives Matter" copyright so no one can profit off it.

It this part 1 of 2 episode, Lissette and Maurice sit down with two syndicated radio hosts who were gained national attention after they acquired the rights to the "White Lives Matter" copyright so no one can profit off it.

In this first ever intimate interview, Lissette goes solo to discuss Lizz Huerta's first time novel, The Lost Dreamer. A lush, immersive debut fantasy about a group of women whose way of life is threatened by a new king; a fierce celebration of community, sisterhood, and finding our power.

Join us on the 1st episode of season 4 as we talked to Principal Kafele @bkafele about the difference between the achievement gap and the attitude gap, the obligations of being a Black principal, what its like to transition from being a principal to being a consultant.

In this episode, Lissette and Maurice look back at season 3 and look forward to the future of BBB and their new business venture.

Dr. Paul Ortiz is a 1st generation college student and 3rd generation military veteran. He is a Professor of History and Director of the Samuel Proctor Oral History Program at the University of Florida. He is the author of "An African American and Latinx History of the United States." Dr. Ortiz is president of the United Faculty of Florida, AFL-CIO, He is the Recipient of the Cesar Chavez Award, F...

Lissette and Maurice discuss what is the key to being successful, having natural talent or discipline and focus?

Warda Farah is a Speech and Language Therapist From London, England and Founder of Language Waves. Language Waves specializes in using an array of methods to provide culturally diverse therapeutic input for schools and local communities. In this conversation, Warda explains how the speech language therapy profession is biopolitical, colonial & racist and much more.

In this episode, Lissette and Maurice discuss why good equity work needs to be included in school curriculum.

In this hilarious episode, Lissette and Maurice dive into the cultural nuance of how black and brown communities show love by making fun of each other.

In this episode, Maurice’s archnemesis and educator Jordan Lanfair talks about a variety of topics surrounding education, black nerdom, navigating predominantly white spaces, and grapples with how to tell his story.

Returning BBB alumni Dr. James Cohen and Dr. Joe Flynn discuss the past, present and future of NIU’s upcoming Social Justice Camp. This three-day event is designed to bring together educators to investigate multicultural and social justice education. Campers will have significant opportunities to discuss social justice issues, both general and specific to their schools, with experts and colleagues...

Lissette and Maurice interview Gabby Rivera to talk about joy, writing, and everything in between!

Lissette and Maurice interview Rep. Chuy Garcia about the DIVERSIFY Act, as well as the teacher shortage and more!

Maurice and Lissette look back at season two and the tumultuous times it covered. They also share some exciting news about where they are headed next before they get to work on season three.