Elijah Jagne, Dr. Clifford C. Meeks

Dismantling the Ivory Tower

News EN ↓ 8 episodes

"Dismantling the Ivory Tower" is an engaging and informative student-run podcast, created in partnership with and operating out of Portland Community College's Multicultural Center. Hosted by Elijah Jagne, a Multicultural Center student leader and alum of the Men of Color Leadership Program (MoCLP) , and co-hosted by Dr. Clifford C. Meeks, Coordinator of the MoCLP, the podcast aims to foster meaningful conversations around the topics of identity, diversity, and the historical context of structural racism and bias within higher education institutions. One of the primary objectives of "Dismantli...

Be sure to visit the podcast's website and support the creator: rss.com

Author

Elijah Jagne, Dr. Clifford C. Meeks

Episodes

Episode 8: Versatile Victories with Marcus Lattimore 11.04.2024 1:05:30

In this episode of 'Dismantling The Ivory Tower,' hosts Elijah Jagne and Dr. Clifford C. Meeks welcome Marcus Lattimore, a former top-ranked running back whose career took an unexpected turn into the realm of poetry. Once hailed as a football sensation, Lattimore shares his remarkable journey of transformation, exploring the interplay between athleticism, blackness, and masculinity. Reflecting on...

Episode 7: A Public Enemy's Perspective with Professor Griff 17.02.2024 36:07

Join Elijah Jagne and Dr. Clifford C. Meeks on this exciting episode of 'Dismantling The Ivory Tower,' featuring the legendary Professor Griff of Public Enemy. As we celebrate the 50th anniversary of hip-hop, Griff delves into the intricate process of creating Public Enemy's unique and influential sound, sharing how they harmoniously wove together creativity and inspiration. Reflecting on his care...

Episode 6: Beats, Bars, and Bridges with Olmeca 30.01.2024 45:40

In this insightful episode of 'Dismantling The Ivory Tower,' Elijah Jagne and Dr. Clifford C. Meeks engage in a compelling conversation with Olmeca, a revered LatinX hip-hop artist. As we commemorate hip-hop's 50th anniversary, Olmeca reflects on the profound influence this genre and culture have had on his personal journey and music career. He shares the evolution of his artistic expression, shap...

Episode 5: Rhythmic Revolution with Jasiri X 13.10.2023 1:01:19

In this episode of 'Dismantling The Ivory Tower,' hosts Elijah Jagne and Dr. Clifford C. Meeks sit down with renowned hip-hop artist and activist, Jasiri X. Celebrating the 50th anniversary of hip hop, Jasiri X delves into the evolution of the genre, its social impact, and its significant role in today's society. He reflects on early hip-hop influences that shaped his music and activism, providing...

Episode 4: Scratching the Surface with Davey D and DJ Kuttin Kandi 29.09.2023 1:03:32

Join hosts Elijah Jagne and Dr. Clifford C. Meeks for this captivating episode of 'Dismantling The Ivory Tower,' where we celebrate the 50th anniversary of hip-hop with pioneering voices, DJ Kuttin Kandi and Davey D. Kandi, a trailblazing woman in the DJ scene, reflects on the evolution of hip-hop throughout her career and its prospective journey in the next 50 years. She also shares her unique pe...

Episode 3: Redefining Spaces of Knowledge with Dr. Khalid El-Hakim 01.07.2023 36:05

Join hosts Elijah Jagne and Dr. Clifford C. Meeks as they welcome Dr. Khalid El-Hakim, founder of the Black History 101 Mobile Museum, on 'Dismantling The Ivory Tower.' El-Hakim shares his journey from being a social studies teacher to a nationally recognized advocate for preserving Black history and culture. He reflects on what 'dismantling the ivory tower' means to him and discusses the inspirat...

Episode 2: Shattering Ceilings with Dr. Adrien Bennings 14.06.2023 52:51

In the second episode of 'Dismantling the Ivory Tower', hosts Elijah Jagne and Dr. Clifford C. Meeks sit down with Dr. Adrien Bennings, the first black female president of Portland Community College (PCC).In this enlightening conversation, they discuss her journey to the presidency, the obstacles she overcame, and the significant accomplishments achieved under her leadership. We delve into her str...

An Introduction 14.04.2023 41:26

An introduction to the Dismantling the Ivory Tower podcast featuring Elijah Jagne and Dr. Clifford C. Meeks.