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Google Is Free, Babe
Let’s be honest. As a BIPOC educator, there are certain questions we hear that make us wonder if we’re being punked. Questions like: “Why do you get upset when someone touches your hair?” “Why do you capitalize Black but not white?” “Is Juneteenth a new holiday?” Each of these could be solved with a quick online search. But instead, many
Why Are You Still Butchering My Name in 2025?
We’re living in a world of facial recognition, AI that writes your grocery list, and cars that can parallel park themselves — and yet… folks still can’t pronounce your name right? Really? Let’s talk about it. When “I’m Bad with Names” Becomes an Excuse We’ve all heard it — “I’m just bad with names!” But what they often mean is:
Big News: My First Novel The Orange Blossom Is Blooming This Fall!
I have some news that I’ve been holding close to my heart—and today, I finally get to share it with you. My debut novel, The Orange Blossom, will be released this fall through Hezzie Mae Book Publishing! As someone who has spent a lifetime immersed in stories—whether through teaching, podcasting, or public speaking—this moment feels surreal. Writing The Orange Blossom
Everybody Wants the Flavor, But Not the Responsibility
“You’re so well-spoken.” If I had a dollar for every time I heard that phrase — or saw someone praised for sounding “professional” while their culture was being borrowed, mocked, or monetized — I’d have a retirement fund. This week on The Cultural Curriculum Chat, we tackled a hard truth: ✨ Everybody wants the flavor, but not the responsibility. Let’s
A Conversation with Dominique Luster
This week’s episode of The Cultural Curriculum Chat is one for the books—literally. I had the privilege of sitting down with Dominique Luster, a seasoned archivist, cultural consultant, and founder of The Luster Company. Dominique is on a mission to center, preserve, and celebrate the stories of the Black diaspora—and in this episode, she shows us exactly how storytelling can
5 Ways Nonprofits Can Make Decision-Making More Inclusive
Inclusion doesn’t stop at who’s invited to the table—it extends to how decisions are made once everyone is seated. If you’re a nonprofit leader, board member, or community partner, it’s time to rethink how power is shared in your organization. A recent case study by the Bridgespan Group, Five Ways Nonprofits Are Making Decision-Making More Inclusive, sheds light on actionable
Music as a Gateway to African and African-American Culture
Exploring the Rich Musical Heritage and Educational Applications Music isn’t just entertainment—it’s living history, social commentary, and cultural preservation all in one. For African and African-American communities, music has been a lifeline, connecting generations, preserving identities, and speaking truths when voices were silenced. Educators have a powerful opportunity to bring these traditions into the classroom to deepen students’ understanding of
Five Ways to Make Your Teaching More Inclusive
Why Are We Missing The Mark? The truth is, many educators unintentionally fail at inclusive education. It’s not because they don’t care, but because traditional curriculum design often leaves diverse perspectives out of the conversation. The good news? There are simple, actionable strategies to make learning more inclusive for every student. The Representation Gap Studies show that 83% of characters
Addressing Cultural Stereotypes Through Thoughtful Curriculum
In today’s diverse classrooms, the need for culturally responsive teaching has never been greater. One of the biggest challenges educators face is dismantling cultural stereotypes embedded in traditional curriculum materials. Stereotypes—those oversimplified and often inaccurate perceptions of different cultures—can limit students’ understanding of the world and reinforce biases. So, how do we address this issue? Identifying Cultural Stereotypes in Curriculum
