Educator Unplugged with Dr. Jae

Send us a text In this STUDY HALL CLIP, producer, journalist, and educator Dr. Daphne Valerius shares her experience of researching the impact of media on self-esteem in her film Souls of Black Girls. To LISTEN to the full episode check out episode #17 Enjoy! Would love to hear your thoughts. 🔴 Watch 60-Second Lessons, & More Visit Dr. Jae's Youtube Channel 🔴 Subscribe & Follow for...

Send us a text In this episode, I spoke with producer, journalist, and educator Dr. Daphne Valerius. Dr. Valerius …Affectionately known as Dr. V,  has worked with legends such as Chuck D, Regina King, Gwen Ifel, Jada Pinkett Smith, and many more. She is currently a professor at North Carolina A&T, the largest historically Black university in the country. We spoke about her journey into televis...

Send us a text In this STUDY HALL CLIP, artist and educator Peter Harper shares his experience with being rejected in higher education.  To LISTEN to the full episode check out episode #16 Enjoy! Would love to hear your thoughts. 🔴 Watch 60-Second Lessons, & More Visit Dr. Jae's Youtube Channel 🔴 Subscribe & Follow for Episode Updates: https://linktr.ee/drjaewilliams 📧 Connect with...

Send us a text In this episode, I spoke with renowned sculptor, musician, and educator Peter Harper. Harper's work as a sculptor is featured in the collections of celebrities such as Meg Ryan, Henry Rollins, Woody Harrelson, Danny DeVito, Maya Angelou, and many more.  As a musician, he has toured all over the world and it has been said that Harper approaches songwriting and making music like...

Send us a text In this STUDY HALL Clip, author, lawyer, former music executive, and professor Tonya Butler shares advice on what aspiring artists should be mindful of before starting a career in the entertainment business.  Tonya is currently chair of the Music Business Department at Berklee College of Music and is the first woman and the first person of color to lead the department in its 30-year...

Send us a text In this STUDY HALL CLIP, emerging artist Badger explains how he found that the process of discovering his gift in music was therapeutic and how it helped him get through the challenges he was facing in his personal life. To LISTEN to the full episode check out episode #14 Enjoy! Would love to hear your thoughts. Subscribe & Follow  for Episode Updates: https://linktr.ee/drjaewil...

Send us a text In this episode, I spoke with the talented musician Badger. We spoke about his transition from being a student-athlete to a full-time musician, his new project dropping on September 30th titled The Prelude: LAX, and the power of patience, strength, and dedication. I learned so much from my conversation with this unique talent and I have no doubt you will too. So, step inside my offi...

Send us a text In this STUDY HALL clip, award-winning composer, producer, and engineer Malik Williams breaks down the fundamentals of music publishing and copyrights.  To LISTEN to the full episode check out episode #13 Enjoy! Would love to hear your thoughts. Subscribe & Follow  for Episode Updates: https://linktr.ee/drjaewilliams For Episode Notes & Exclusive Content: https://www.drjaewi...

Send us a text In this episode, I spoke with Emmy-nominated composer, producer, engineer, and owner of Reel Sync music…Malik Williams. Malik is a platinum-selling musician whose work has appeared in film, tv, and in national advertising campaigns.  He has won numerous awards in the music industry including an Emmy nomination for the documentary film “This Ain’t Normal “directed by Rudy Hypolite.  ...

Send us a text In this STUDY HALL CLIP,  educator and social justice scholar, Dr. Sylvia Spears gives a breakdown of the difference between diversity, equity and inclusion efforts and social justice work.   To LISTEN to the full episode check out episode #12. Enjoy! Would love to hear your thoughts. Subscribe & Follow  for Episode Updates: https://linktr.ee/drjaewilliams For Episode Notes &amp...

Send us a text In this episode, I spoke with educator and social justice scholar Dr. Sylvia Spears. She currently serves as the Vice President for Administration and Innovation as well as the Distinguished Professor of Educational Equity and Social Justice at College Unbound.  She is a member of the Narragansett Tribe and was named one of the 50 Most Influential People of Color in Higher Education...

Send us a text In this STUDY HALL CLIP,  Creative Producer and CEO of That Child Got Talent Entertainment, Nerissa Williams Scott, gives a breakdown of the role of a creative producer, what a screenplay option means and why chemistry on an independent film set is so important. To LISTEN to the full episode check out episode #11. Enjoy! Would love to hear your thoughts. Subscribe & Follow  for...

Send us a text In this episode, I spoke with Creative Producer, Nerissa Williams Scott. She is the CEO and founder of "That Child Got Talent" (TCGT),  a full-service film, video, and production management company. Over her 30-year career, Nerissa has worked with some of Black Hollywood’s legends such as Iona Morris, Blair Underwood, and Bill Duke. We spoke about her nontraditional journe...

Send us a text In this STUDY HALL CLIP,  author, educator, and speaker Dr. Marcus Broadhead shares his advice on navigating how to stay true to who you are in a professional space as an educator. To LISTEN to the full episode check out episode #10. Enjoy! Would love to hear your thoughts. Subscribe & Follow  for Episode Updates: https://linktr.ee/drjaewilliams For Episode Notes & Exclusive...

Send us a text In this episode, I spoke with author, educator, and speaker Dr. Marcus Broadhead. For more than twenty years Marcus has served over 50,000 elementary and high school students and has supported other educators through his talks on parent engagement, empowering others, and purpose-driven leadership.  As a writer, he has contributed to iconic music and culture publications, such as VIB...

Send us a text In this STUDY HALL CLIP,  author, public speaker, and business coach Carol Little shares advice on leadership skills, work-life balance, and navigating grind culture. To LISTEN to the full episode check out episode #9. Enjoy! Would love to hear your thoughts. Subscribe & Follow  for Episode Updates: https://linktr.ee/drjaewilliams For Episode Notes & Exclusive Content: https...

Send us a text In this episode, I spoke with author, business coach, and speaker Carol Little. Carol is a certified master trainer and facilitator…Over the past 15 years, she has worked with some of the biggest brands and fortune 500 companies to help inspire their young professionals and high level executives to reach their full potential.   We spoke about her unprecedented success in the financi...

Send us a text In this STUDY HALL CLIP,  author, entrepreneur, and marketing coach Brendan Boyd shares advice on how to monetize your gift and start building a business. To LISTEN to the full episode check out episode #8. Enjoy! Would love to hear your thoughts. Subscribe & Follow  for Episode Updates: https://linktr.ee/drjaewilliams For Episode Notes & Exclusive Content: https://www.drjae...

Send us a text In this episode, I spoke with entrepreneur, author, and marketing coach Brendan Boyd. We spoke about how his childhood challenges developed his strength and resilience, the power of nurturing professional relationships and serving your way to opportunities. Enjoy! Would love to hear your thoughts. Enjoy! Would love to hear your thoughts. Subscribe & Follow  for Episode Updates:...

Send us a text In this STUDY HALL CLIP,  TV host, producer, and voice-over actress Chelsea Phillips Tafoya shares advice on how to navigate the business of television & film production. To LISTEN to the full episode check out episode #7. Enjoy! Would love to hear your thoughts. Subscribe & Follow  for Episode Updates: https://linktr.ee/drjaewilliams For Episode Notes & Exclusive Conten...

Send us a text In this episode, I had a wonderful conversation with the incredibly talented creative… Chelsea Phillips Tafoya. Chelsea is a voice-over actress, TV host, and producer who has worked with legends such as Earvin “Magic” Johnson, Chadwick Boseman, Cee Lo Green, Dionne Warwick, and many more!  We talked about her lessons as on-screen talent, producing a documentary that changed her life...

Send us a text In this STUDY HALL Clip,  SALXCO Marketing Manager Alena Jackson shares her insight on how to build authentic relationships with her clients in the music business. To LISTEN to the full episode check out episode #6. Enjoy! Would love to hear your thoughts. Subscribe & Follow  for Episode Updates: https://linktr.ee/drjaewilliams For Episode Notes & Exclusive Content: https://...

Send us a text In this episode, I spoke with SALCO Marketing Manager, Alena Jackson. Alena serves as the marketing manager for some of the world's biggest musical artists…. she has worked with Nicki Minaj, Lil Baby, Migos, Bryson Tiller, and many more. We spoke about her nontraditional journey into music, building authentic relationships in a cutthroat industry, and advice on how to fall in l...

Send us a text In the STUDY HALL clip from episode #5, Emmy- award-winning producer, Georgette Pierre discusses how she decides if something is her passion or her purpose and how each makes her feel. Check out episode #5 for the full conversation For More Info Visit: https://linktr.ee/drjaewilliams Podcast Notes & Exclusive Content: https://www.drjaewilliams.com/dr-jaes-gems  🔴 Watch 60-Secon...

Send us a text In this episode, I spoke with Emmy-award-winning producer, content creator, and voice actor, Georgette Pierre. She is the creator of the relationship-themed web series, #DearGeorgette , an interview series, After Dark with Georgette Pierre , and the Black + Nuanced podcast. Georgette has written for various publications including Entertainment Weekly, VH1, and Blavity. We spoke abou...