The Silk Stocking Sisters

On this episode of The Silk Stocking Sisters Podcast , we're joined by Claude L. Dallas Jr., an Adjunct Professor at National College in Cincinnati, Ohio, and proud native of Lincoln Heights, Cincinnati. Mr. Dallas shares a moving story of responsibility, resilience, and the power of community. He reflects on how the weight of expectation became a source of strength, shaping him into a focused and...

Welcome to another episode of The Silk Stocking Sisters Podcast. In this special episode, our host, Dr. Theresa J. Canada, shares her personal journey as a Black educator in the Northwest Local School District, located in the suburbs of Cincinnati, Ohio.  As one of only three Black teachers at the Cincinnati school, Dr. Canada reflects her experience and the significance of being hired full-t...

Thank you for joining us for another episode of The Silk Stocking Sisters Podcast . We are honored to be joined by Professor John C. Brittain, an esteemed lawyer, civil rights advocate, and current Professor of Law at the University of the District of Columbia David A. Clarke School of Law. In this episode, Professor Brittain utilizes his extensive expertise to unpack the legal distinctions betwee...

In this insightful episode of The Silk Stocking Sisters podcast, we welcome Kim Michelle Janey, who made history as Bostons first woman and first Black mayor. She currently serves as the President and CEO of Economic Mobility Pathways in Boston, Massachusetts. Ms. Janey shares her early experiences of growing up in Roxbury, Boston and reflects on the prevalent racial and systemic inequities that s...

Thank you for joining us for another episode of The Silk Stocking Sisters Podcast. In this intimate conversation, we discuss systemic inequities in education and how neighborhood demographics can shape access and opportunity. Were honored to speak with our special guest, Dawn Ballou-Anderson. Mrs. Ballou-Anderson is a graduate of the Physician Assistant Program at Emory University School of Medici...

Welcome to another episode of The Silk Stocking Sisters podcast. In this episode, we pause to reflect on our journey and examine the historical relevance of each conversation we've had so far. This podcast was inspired by the powerful narratives explored in my book, Desegregation of the New York City Schools: A Story of the Silk Stocking Sisters . My goal has been to educate, inform, and spark mea...

As we continue our exploration of the northern experience of desegregation, this episode focuses on the racial history of Ohio. We are honored to welcome Laura Meckler, national education writer for The Washington Post and author of Dream Town: Shaker Heights and the Quest for Racial Equity. With her extensive coverage of news, politics, policies, and the people shaping Americas schools, Meckler o...

Thank you for joining us for another episode of The Silk Stocking Sisters Podcast, where we continue our conversation about the complexities of northern desegregation. Our special guest this episode is Peter Thomson, a multi-award-winning journalist with over 30 years of experience covering environmental and climate issues. He is also an accomplished audio producer and the author of Sacred Sea: A...

Welcome to another episode of The Silk Stocking Sisters podcast! In this thought-provoking discussion, we unpack the concepts of de facto and de jure segregation, focusing specifically on how they manifested in public schools. We continue to explore the differences in desegregation efforts between the North and the South, and raise a critical question: Is de facto segregation truly unintentional?...

In this episode, we dive deep into the complex and often overlooked issue of school segregation in Rochester, New York. Our special guest is Justin Murphy, veteran education reporter and author of Your Children Are Very Greatly in Danger: School Segregation in Rochester, New York . With over a decade of experience covering education, Murphy brings powerful insights from years of reporting and rese...

In this episode, were honored to welcome Dr. Patricia Morris Carey, recently retired Associate Dean and Associate Vice Provost of NYU, for an intimate and powerful conversation. Dr. Morris Carey shares her firsthand experiences growing up in Chicago during the era of desegregation, where she helped integrate her elementary school in the late 1940s and early 1950s. She reflects on the courageous ac...

In this episode, we explore the often-overlooked realities of school integration in the North. Tune in as we discuss the contrast between northern and southern busing and integration. Our special guest, Professor Anthony Turner, joins us to share his personal story of growing up in Iowa. From his childhood experiences as a student during desegregation to how those moments shaped his academic journ...

In this episode, we continue our candid conversation and deep dive into the experiences of former classmates who were a part of New York City's desegregation efforts. Picking up where we left off, we shed further light on the unexpected challenges and lasting impact of integration during their formative 4th grade year. Throughout this discussion, we uncover new layers of this pivotal moment in his...

In this episode, we revisit the experiences of multiple classmates as they reflect on their time in 4th grade during the pivotal desegregation efforts in New York City. Through candid conversations and thought-provoking discussions, they share how these changes impacted their lives, their school, and their communities. Each episode brings new insights into the challenges and emotional impact of de...

Welcome to The Silk Stocking Sisters Podcast. This episode provides a brief introduction to the podcast. Join me, Dr. Theresa J. Canada, as your host, as I introduce myself, share the vision behind the podcast, and provide insights you can expect in future episodes. Be sure to tune in every Wednesday!