Raising Joyful and Resilient Black Children

In this episode of Raising Joyful and Resilient Black Children, Dr. Valerie Adams-Bass speaks with Ore Bailey from BEBASHI- B lack E ducating B lacks A bout S exual H ealth I ssues, an organization dedicated to educating the Black community about sexual health. They discuss the history of Babashi, its expansion of services beyond HIV prevention, and the importance of engaging with Black families a...

In this episode of Raising Joyful and Resilient Black Children , co-hosts Dr. Sharita Butler-Barnes and Dr. Valerie Adams-Bass sit down with Desiree Tucker, a dynamic community leader and founder of Women Solve, to explore the power of culturally affirming wellness practices. Together, they delve into Desiree’s work with Get Fit Frederick , an initiative aimed at reducing health disparities by cen...

In this episode of Raising Joyful and Resilient Black Children , hosts Drs. Valerie Adams-Bass and Sheretta Butler-Barnes welcome Brad Edwards , Director of Community Engagement & Program Strategy at Dear Fathers , a national media platform dedicated to Black fatherhood. They explore how Brad and the Dear Fathers team empower Black fathers through storytelling, community support, and culturall...

In this episode, Dr. Brittany Friedman—sociologist and author of the book Carceral Apartheid: How Lies and White Supremacists Run Our Prisons —joins hosts Dr. Valerie Adams-Bass and Dr. Sheretta Butler-Barnes to discuss how mass incarceration impacts Black children and families. Known for exposing how institutions hide harmful truths, Dr. Friedman unpacks the deep connections between state violenc...

In this powerful and heartfelt conversation, hosts Dr. Valerie Adams-Bass and Dr. Sheretta Butler-Barnes are joined by licensed dietitian nutritionist Tasha Manigo-Bizzell to explore Black families' cultural and nutritional needs. Together, they unpack the role of food in cultural heritage, the misconceptions about soul food, and the importance of using real, whole ingredients in everyday mea...

In this powerful episode, Dr. Valerie Adams-Bass and Dr. Sheretta Butler-Barnes are joined by Khari Arnold , founder of Library Dads , a growing fatherhood and literacy movement rooted in community, connection, and cultural pride. From Saturday "library linkups" in Atlanta to dad-only events and community field trips, Khari shares how Library Dads is changing the narrative around Black f...

In this episode of the Raising Joyful and Resilient Black Children Podcast, hosts Dr. Valerie Adams-Bass and Dr. Sheretta Butler-Barnes celebrate the culmination of Season Two by reflecting on the season's highlights and memorable conversations. They express gratitude to the Parenting Joy Circle co-hosts for enriching discussions and delving into key topics covered throughout the season, incl...

Welcome to today's episode, where we're delving into a topic that hits close to home for many of us the experiences of Black children in our educational systems. Hosts Dr. Valerie Adams-Bass (Valerie) and Dr. Sheretta Butler-Barnes (Sheretta) are joined by a special guest, Desiree Tucker, a valued member of their parent joy circle who brought this important topic. As parents, caregivers,...

This episode of "Raising Joyful and Resilient Black Children" delves into the importance of celebrating and strengthening Black fatherhood, featuring insights from Dr. Alvin Thomas and his work with the Black Fatherhood Podcast. Through thoughtful discussion and exploration, the episode aims to challenge stereotypes and empower Black families.

In this episode, we're joined by special guest Michelle Browder, the founder of I AM MORE THAN... Youth Empowerment Initiative in Montgomery, Alabama, and the artist behind the remarkable "The Mothers of Gynecology" Sculpture. Michelle discusses how she empowers youth through arts and history education, teaching social justice, balancing art and activism, and much more. Join us for...

Welcome to another empowering episode of "Raising Joyful and Resilient Black Children." In this episode, Dr. Sheretta Butler Barnes and her esteemed guest co-host, Nicole Peltier Lewis, have a thought-provoking conversation with Kristin Henning, a powerhouse advocate, Youth Defender, Justice Advocate, Trainer, Author, Speaker, and Law Professor. Kristin, author of "The Rage of Innoc...

Enjoy this replay of our interview with Dr. Nicole M. Joseph from Season 5.  Dr. Joseph is an assistant professor of mathematics at Vanderbilt University, and she is the author of the book called Making Black Girls Count in Math Education. In this episode, we discussed 1. The inspiration for writing her book, Making Black Girls Count in Math Education. 2. The intersectionality of Black girlhood an...

On today's episode, we're joined by Takari Tatum and his grandmother, Gwendolyn, to discuss The Rubber Band Mentality. Takari explains how he conceptualized using rubber band bracelets to address mental health concerns during the COVID-19 pandemic. He also talks about how he's helping children cope with mental health issues and shares details about his new book, "Snap It."...

On this special episode, we feature a live event interview with Ciera Burch, the author of the new middle-grade novel Finch House. The interview was recorded at the Frederick County Public Library. The interview highlights the importance of generational connections and how the book can spark essential discussions about resilience and courage for both children and parents. Ciera's magical narr...

Books can serve as a powerful tool in raising children who are aware of their history and joyful, resilient, and deeply connected to their heritage. On todays episode, we explore the powerful middle-grade novel, KIN: ROOTED IN HOPE, by award-winning author Carole Boston Weatherford and illustrator Jeffery Weatherford.  During the conversation, Carole and Jeffery share the inspiration behind the bo...

In this special episode, hosts Dr. Valerie Adams-Bass and Dr. Sheretta Butler-Barnes reflect on the first season of their podcast and share their hopes for the future. They delve into impactful conversations and thought-provoking themes, highlighting the insights gained and lessons learned from guests who have shared their experiences and research. Looking ahead, their aspirations include engaging...

T oday, were sharing an episode of When Magic Happens, a new podcast from WBEZ Chicago, where intergenerational convos of love and laughter collide. In this episode, were discussing Black maternal health, reproduction and quality gynecological care. We hear maternity journeys from not only the hosts but also from listeners like you. Later, we learn from gynecologist and surgeon Dr. Nicole E. Willi...

Join us for an inspiring conversation with Dawn L. Brown, the CEO and President of EmpowHer Institute. Dawn shares the impactful work her organization is doing for Black and Brown girls and their parents in Los Angeles, California. With over 20 years of experience in nonprofit management and consulting, Dawn is a passionate advocate for racial justice and eliminating gender bias. In this episode,...

Today on the show, were exploring Vulnerability and Black Motherhood with our Parenting Joy Circle, AKA Queen Mamas. Were joined by Dr. Kia Tisdale, Antoinette Revet, and Charm Der. In today's episode, we dive deep into the importance of vulnerability in Black motherhood and how communities can support Black mothers in being vulnerable. Our guests share their personal experiences with vulnera...

In this podcast episode, the focus is on Black Mental Wellness & Teens: Promoting Accessible Mental Health Resources. Dr. Danielle Busby, licensed clinical psychologist and co-founder of Black Mental Wellness, Corp, joins as a special guest to discuss the organization's mission, initiatives, and their newly released Healing Racial Stress Workbook for Black Teens. The conversation includes...

In this episode, we interview Dr. Candace Jones, a board-certified pediatrician and author of High-Five Discipline: Positive Parenting for Happy, Healthy, Well-Behaved Kids. We discuss the positive parenting approach and how it can benefit children. Dr. Jones shares insights on how positive parenting can look for Black children, and provides tips for parents on how to implement this approach. We a...

We want to build a community where parents can connect, share and learn from one another. Our intention is to give a voice to parents raising Black children. To help us achieve this goal, weve created the Parent Joy Circle. In this episode, youll meet some of our members and in future episodes, well highlight other members. Join for this insightful conversation of dynamic mothers. This episode is...

This week were joined by Dr. Jacqueline Douge, Founder of What is Black and our podcast creator and producer. In this episode, Dr. Douge shares: -The inspiration for the podcast -What you can expect to hear in upcoming episodes This episode is brought to you by: ALIVE Podcast Network- designed with the Black creative and receiver at the heart of the platform. They are committed to sharing high qua...

Welcome to our new podcast Raising Joyful and Resilient Black Children. Its a new year, our fifth season and to celebrate we've reimagined What is Black. In this episode, you will learn the following: 1. You'll meet our new hosts Dr. Valerie Adams-Bass and Dr. Sheretta Butler-Barnes 2. Learn about our new podcast Connect with us Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/whatisblk Facebook: ht...

We're launching a new podcast, Reading in Black, and you have been invited to listen to our first episode! This podcast is a labor of love. On this first episode, we discuss the new children's book You So Black by author Theresa tha S.O.N.G.B.I.R.D . and illustrator London Ladd . Highlights from our conversation: Books that made our guest feel seen Influence of families on their work Ins...