Black SEL Podcast

This week's episode revisits past conversations held on the Black SEL podcast. Join in the discussions that focus on the importance of voicing the true black experience, building Black SEL and social awareness to better serve the community! Hear directly from Brandon Frame, Cierra Hinton, Sharonda Arnold-Oneal, Geoffrey Golden, and Joshua Vincent, who have all shared their perspectives on the...

This week's episode revisits past conversations held on the Black SEL podcast. Join in the discussions ranging from Black SEL's presence in finding freedom, education settings, and in the black church! Hear directly from Geoffrey Golden, J. Sterrett, and Joshua Vincent, who are all past guests. 0:42- Kristen reminds listeners of how and where to attend the Black SEL summit, September 28 -...

Join us for this pre-recorded webinar covering Black SEL, culture, and their importance in child education. This week's guest is Shauna Brown, owner and founder of Teach for the Culture, LLC, a global brand that helps educators create more equitable learning experiences for minority students. Shauna joins this webinar, moderated by Frances Lee, Black SEL Program Coordinator, to describe how th...

Join us this week as Kristen talks about Black SEL and black fashion. This week's guest is Jessica Couch. Jessica is A Partner, Strategist, leading retail technology consultant, Fit and Sizing Tech Expert, Entrepreneur advisor, writer, and speaker! She is the founder of Luxor + Finch Consulting, a boutique consulting agency focused on matching people to products through technology integration....

Join us this week as Kristen talks about Black SEL and the black creative. This week's guest is Derrick Beasley, an educated black creative. Derrick is a Nashville, Tennessee born, Durham, North Carolina raised visual artist passionate about his artistic capabilities and inner-work so he can take action in making this world a better place. His desire to better his community led him take on the...

Join us this week as Kristen talks about Black SEL and mental health. This week's guest is none other than Sharonda Arnold- Ocean, a mental health expert. It has always been a dream of hers to inspire and encourage the people in her life and community. Sharonda's passion for public speaking and empowering people whether via social media or in person has evolved. So much so that it has expa...

Join us this week as Kristen talks about Black SEL and the black media. Cierra Brown Hinton is a creative strategist who centers imagination, play, and community in her work. She loves building with teams and individuals as they drive toward outcomes that matter in a way that is inclusive and authentic. Cierra is the Executive Director-Publisher at Scalawag, a Southern, Black-led and centering, di...

Join us this week as Kristen talks about Black SEL and the black church. This week's guest is none other than Geoffrey Golden, an ordained minister, and gospel artist! America voted for their favorite singer, and 20-year-old Geoffrey Golden was crowned the season seven winner of BET Sunday Best. The opportunities from being a star on Sunday’s Best opened many doors to create music with Kirk Fr...

Join us this week as Kristen talks about Black SEL and the black educator. J Sterrett, a Black Educator who is currently the managing director and Program Support at Teach for America. J began their journey as an educator nearly 15 years ago as a Teacher for America corps member in Washington, DC. After 5 years there, they joined Teach for America Staff as a Coach. Eventually, J returned to the cl...

Join us this week as Kristen talks about Black SEL and the black crown with Tonya Lane. The Natural Hair Guru, Tonya Lane. Her formal education includes a Bachelors and Masters of Science in Chemistry from North Carolina Central University. Her passion for creating products for curly hair has provided opportunities for her to work with billion-dollar companies, creating beautifully formulated hair...

Join us this week as Kristen talks about Black SEL and navigating menopause with Omisade. Omisade is the creator of The Black Girl’s Guide to Surviving Menopause, a multimedia project seeking to curate and share the stories and realities of Black women, women identified, and gender-expansive people. She has decades of experience in non-profit leadership, philanthropy, and social justice. Omisade i...

Join us this week as Kristen talks about Black SEL and liberation with Joshua Vincent. Joshua Vincent is the Executive Director of the largest intermediary fiscal sponsor social justice organization in the South, Southern Vision Alliance. He has helped build some of your favorite social justice organizations such as Black Men Build, Color of Change PACK, Movement Voter Project, and the Obama campa...

Welcome to the Black to SEL Podcast, formally known as Dangers Of The Mind Podcast! This season is for reSELient individuals who are looking to grow in their black social-emotional learning journey. This season you will receive so much information to reach, teach and learn! The resources that you will walk away with will equip you to lead the way for the future. We have so much to cover this seaso...

This podcast is powered by BlackSEL.org   In this episode, join Kristen as wraps up this season strong! Take a brief walk with her as she talks about some major take aways from this season. This episode will leave you with enough power to begin your journey to emotional wellness. Join Kristen provides listeners with different tools to gain build that emotional wellness. Here’s what you can expect:...

This podcast is powered by BlackSEL.org   In this episode, join Kristen as she talks about formative assessments in urban settings. Kristen talks about the many obstacles she encountered during her time working for the school system. Kristen provides listeners with different types of assessments to complete in urban settings. Here’s what you can expect: 00:47: Kristen's Story Time 03:25: Krist...

This podcast is powered by BlackSEL.org   In this episode, join Kristen as she talks about addressing behavior challenges in the classroom. Kristen tells her encounters with behavior issues in the classroom. Kristen provides listeners with key tips on how to address behavior issues,  Here’s what you can expect: 00:45: Kristen Introduces Topic 01:00: Kristen Provides Insight on Her Experience with...

This podcast is powered by BlackSEL.org   In this episode, join Kristen as she gives listeners tips on how to build confidence and self-esteem. Kristen encourages listeners to take the time to work on themselves to be better in their everyday lives.  Here’s what you can expect: 00:45:  Kristen Introduces Topic 05:57: Kristen Provides Insight on Her Confidence 05:18: Working in a Corporate Role  05...

This podcast is powered by BlackSEL.org    In this episode, join Kristen as she talks about her experience with students who exhibit low self esteem. Kristen identified one of her biggest strengths early on her college career, which was knowing her self worth and being self-motivated. Listen along as she provides listeners with inspiration to become the best version of themselves in college and wa...

This podcast is powered by BlackSEL.org   In this episode, join Kristen as she discusses what Juneteenth is . She provides listeners with history of Juneteenth. Kristen details the holiday and why it is important to African Americans.   Here’s what you can expect: 00:50: Kristen Opens Up With Introducing the Topic 01:26: Kristen Gives a Short Story On if You Google Independence Day 02:45: Introduc...

This podcast is powered by BlackSEL.org   In this episode, join Kristen as she discusses how educators can celebrate African American holidays . She provides a list of holidays that should be celebrated in schools. Kristen details each holiday and it's origin. She also provides tips for how educators can celebrate these holidays not just during black history month.   Here’s what you can expect...

This podcast is powered by BlackSEL.org   In this episode, join Kristen as she discusses black pioneers and their roles in history . She introduces listeners to some unheard of pioneers that paved the way for all blacks.  Kristen details each pioneers journey and how they opened doors for those to come. These are not your textbook pioneers that you learned about in school, so take notes!   Here’s...

This podcast is powered by BlackSEL.org   In this episode, join Kristen as she discusses why white leaders are important in urban settings. She breaks down the importance of why white leaders should be mindful and aware of their power in the school setting. Kristen uses her experiences to shape how impactful white leaders can be once they become self aware and take their time to get to know their...

This podcast is powered by BlackSEL.org   In this episode, join Kristen as she discusses the relevance of the show Abbot Elementary. She breaks down the way schools look at how schools serves black and brown students.  Here’s what you can expect: 01:10: A Brief Background on the Show 02:30: Introduction to another Competency  03:59: Break Down of Episodes 11:00: How the Show Highlights the Importa...

In this episode, join Kristen as she provides tips for black students in urban settings. She provides helpful tips not only for teens who struggle with mental health but parents as well. Kristen shares personal experiences coupled with research on how cognitive behavioral therapy is valuable in our community.  Here’s what you can expect: 02:36: Research That Supports the Topic of Mental Health in...

This podcast is powered by BlackSEL.org     In this episode, join Kristen as she talks about her college experiences and being “Grownish”. She dives deep into how her experiences in college shaped her into the professional she is today. Kristen identified one of her biggest strengths early on her college career, which was knowing her self worth and being self-motivated. Listen along as she provide...