8 Black Hands

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Ep. 33: Revisiting The Revolt Summit Oct 07, 2019

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In this episode, Chris and Charles revisit the Revolt Summit in all its glory. Listen in to see where the fellas fell on the Killer Mike & Candice Owens exchange, and the need for more Black forums such as this. You can also view the full Revolt Summit Panel here. Enjoy.

Twitter: @8BlackHands1

Ep. 32 Loving Education Debates Amongst Black Folks w/Special Guest Dr. Bettina Love Sep 30, 2019

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In this episode, we got to chat with Dr. Bettina Love about her new book, We Want to do More than Survive, Black education, what she thinks we must do to ensure better education for Black children moving forward. We had a ton of LOVING debates (see what we did there?). Do yourself a favor and check it out.

Also, go cop Dr. Love's Book Here and send her some love on twitter @BLoveSoulPower.

Ep. 31: 6-Year-Old Girl Arrested, Desks in Bathroom, & Broke Booker Sep 23, 2019

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In this episode, the fellas discuss a myriad of controversial topics in the world of education. First they discuss the arrest of a 6-year-old girl for having a tantrum in school while also discussing whether cops are even needed in schools. Then the conversation flips to discuss the case of a boy with autism potentially having his desk placed in the bathroom! [CRAZINESS] Before finally circling back to Cory Booker and his plea for funding to stay in the presidential race. It's all here.

Twitter: @8BlackHands1

Ep. 30: Live in DC w/Jalen Rose Sep 15, 2019

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Well, the fellas were on the rode once again and this time was blessed to interview Jalen Rose about all the amazing work he is doing at Jalen Rose Leadership Academy in his hometown of Detroit. Spoiler Alert, the big homie killed it and had smoke for those hating on his school. You gotta take a listen.

Jalen invited The Hands to come out to his school for a live show so we are definitely looking forward to making that happen. If you are trying to get The Hands to your city, hit us up on twitter @8BlackHands1.

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You can get merch from The Hands here.

Also, you can cop Beyond Grit & Resilience by our own Charles Cole here as well.

Ep. 29: The Edupurist Takeover Sep 09, 2019

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While The Hands are preparing to go back on the road, Ray and his Edupurist Podcast took over our airwaves. Go support Ray and the Edupurist podcast. You can find more Edupurists pod episodes here: https://anchor.fm/raymond-ankrum1 and subscribe to the twitter page @TheEdupuristPod. Enjoy the show!

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In this episode, two OG's in Ed-reform David Hardy and Tyrone Mowatt stop by to talk about public education. In this no holds barred conversation, they talk about ways to be innovative and take risks as school leaders, by using innovative ways to reach Black and Brown students and families. Mr. Mowatt expands on his theory of sending "lifeboats" to save our students. Mr. Hardy expands on what quality should look like in Philly and beyond.

Ep 28: Emancipatory Education Sep 02, 2019

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This episode is all about emancipatory education. The fellas offer their thoughts and personal experiences to this term that deserves more attention. What is emancipatory education to you and where are you seeing it happen now? Share it with the 8 Black Hands Crew on twitter @8BlackHands1.

Also, our brother Charles has released his first book, Beyond Grit & Resilience! If you make it to the end of the show there's some special instructions that may lead to you getting a few copy. So enjoy the show.

Ep. 27: Is Jay-Z Helping or Hurting the Movement? *Plus How This Informs Education in Black America Aug 26, 2019

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This is a special episode. It's so special, in fact, that we gave you bonus material at the end of the episode. In this episode, we discuss the latest regarding Jay-Z and the NFL. Then we discuss how this affects the 8 million Black children in our schools across the country. The brothers definitely had some disagreements here but its all in service of our community.

Let us know your thoughts at our Twitter handle @8BlackHands1.

Also, if you want to bring 8 Black Hands to your city, hit us up on twitter.

Ep. 26: Recapping Our Live Pittsburgh, PA Show Aug 19, 2019

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Oh this one is a doozy! In it, we start out recapping the AMAZING State of Learning event in Pittsburgh, PA. In that live show (which we hope to put out soon) there was a bit of controversy and we discuss it here. Spoiler Alert: the Hands definitely disagreed in this one. Check it out for yourself.

Twitter: @8BlackHands1

Ep. 25: NAACP, What About the Black Kids in Cali featuring Christina Laster Aug 12, 2019

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In this episode, we welcome Freedom Fighter Christina Laster. She is the current Education Chair of the San Diego branch of the NAACP and she stands for Black children even when the state chapter doesn't. Here, she tells her story and gives advice on what we all should do if we really are about educating Black kids. She brings that HEAT, ya heard!!

You don't want to miss this episode.

Ep. 24: Booker's Betrayal Aug 05, 2019

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We send our thoughts to Gilroy, El Paso, and Dayton.

Then we discuss Booker's flip flop on parent choice that led to a spirited debate about the Democratic Primary landscape. There was real (and productive) conflict. Strap in because this one is a wild ride.

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