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The Real Ones: What Maya Rupert Teaches Us About Authentic Leadership
What does it mean to lead authentically in spaces that weren’t designed with you in mind? In this powerful episode of The Cultural Curriculum Chat™ Podcast, I sit down with Maya Rupert, a nationally recognized political strategist and Executive Vice President at Blue State, to unpack the realities of leadership at the intersection of race, gender, and power.
The Hidden Power of Cognitive Diversity: Why Great Leadership Begins with Better Conversations
What if the person who challenges your thinking is actually your team’s greatest asset? That question sits at the heart of my conversation with leadership coach and author Jeremy Doran on this week’s episode of The Cultural Curriculum Chat™ Podcast. Jeremy believes one of the greatest opportunities for today’s leaders is learning to communicate across differences in how
Rewriting Your Story: Healing, Identity, and the Power of Storytelling with Johnzelle Anderson
What if the story you’ve been telling yourself isn’t the one you have to keep? That’s the question at the heart of this powerful episode of The Cultural Curriculum Chat Podcast™, where I sit down with therapist, storyteller, and author Johnzelle Anderson to explore what it really means to heal, reclaim your voice, and rewrite your narrative. 🌱
Rethinking Disability, Dignity, and Belonging with Dr. Stuart D. Jones
In a world that often measures worth through productivity and ability, stories that challenge those assumptions are essential. In this episode of The Cultural Curriculum Chat Podcast™, host Jebeh Edmunds sits down with Dr. Stuart D. Jones, author of For the Love of Stephen, to explore the profound lessons his brother’s life offers about dignity, belonging, and empathy. Stephen lived
Choosing Yourself: A Conversation with Hakeem Bourne McFarlane
Life has a way of presenting challenges that force us to reflect, grow, and sometimes rebuild our lives entirely. In a recent episode of The Cultural Curriculum Chat Podcast™, host Jebeh Edmunds sat down with Hakeem Bourne McFarlane, founder of Choose Yourself Community, to discuss resilience, transformation, and the power of intentional living. Hakeem’s journey into personal development
The Hidden Weight of Leadership: What Authority Really Costs with Reverend Kevin T. Taylor
Leadership is often associated with influence, vision, and inspiration. But the reality of leadership is far more complex than what most people see. In the latest episode of The Cultural Curriculum Chat Podcast™, Rev. Kevin T. Taylor joins host Jebeh Edmunds for a thoughtful conversation about the real cost of leadership and the difficult decisions leaders often carry alone. Taylor
Reimagining Schools Through Joy and Equity: A Conversation with Dr. Deonna Smith
Creating inclusive schools requires more than policy changes—it requires a shift in mindset. In this episode of The Cultural Curriculum Chat Podcast™, host Jebeh Edmunds sits down with returning guest Dr. Deonna Smith, an educational justice advocate and founder of Deonna Smith Consulting. Dr. Smith works with educators and organizations to create classrooms rooted in equity, belonging, and joy, helping
The Power of Reading and Southern Storytelling: A Conversation with Author Susan Gooch
Stories have the power to transport us into different worlds while helping us better understand our own. In a recent episode of The Cultural Curriculum Chat Podcast™, host Jebeh Edmunds spoke with Arkansas author Susan Gooch, creator of The Carrington Series, about the power of storytelling, the importance of reading, and how culture shapes the narratives we create. Susan
What Does It Mean to “Unsubscribe” From Who You Used to Be?
At some point in life, we all reach a moment where we realize: The version of ourselves we’ve been holding onto… no longer fits. But letting go? That’s the hard part. In a recent episode of The Cultural Curriculum Chat Podcast™, I sat down with Ginny Priem to explore what it truly means to “unsubscribe” from limiting beliefs and step