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 79th Street

79th Street

By James

In this podcast we discuss higher education, college access, politics, sports, and any other trending topics. I will feature special guests to help bring different perspectives.
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79th StreetJun 11, 2020

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Season 2 Finale: The Real World

Season 2 Finale: The Real World

James is joined by Tatiana Alaraj and is put in the hot seat to give his takes on transitioning from college to the real world. Other topics discussed includes finances, finding a healthy work life balance.  

Apr 09, 202156:22
Greek Life Part 2

Greek Life Part 2

Today I am joined by me fellow huskies who represents various greek organizations. We have a conversation on why we joined  our perspective orgs and the good, the bad and the ugly.

Flor Carabez Gamma Phi Omega International Sorority Inc.

Shakaira Smith Zeta Phi Beta Sorority Inc.

Mar 19, 202136:52
Greek Life Part 1:

Greek Life Part 1:

Today I am joined by me fellow huskies who represents various greek organizations. We have a conversation on why we joined  our perspective orgs and the good, the bad and the ugly. 

James Alford Phi Rho Eta Fraternity Inc.

Collan Davidson Iota Phi Theta Fraternity Inc.

Sergio Gutierrez  Sigma Lambda Beta International Fraternity Inc. 

Sam Owoo-Batlett  Phi Rho Eta Fraternity Inc.

Josiel Marrufo Sigma Lambda Beta International Fraternity Inc. 

Mar 12, 202101:03:54
Grownish: What I wanted to know before graduating from college Part 2

Grownish: What I wanted to know before graduating from college Part 2

I am joined by Joy, Tanya and Marguerite and we discuss things we wanted to know about adulting. Other topics includes finances, moving back home, and post graduate depression.

Mar 05, 202101:05:12
Grownish: What I wanted to know before graduating from college Part 1

Grownish: What I wanted to know before graduating from college Part 1

I am joined by Joy, Tanya and Marguerite and we discuss things we wanted to know about adulting. Other topics includes finances, moving back home, and post graduate depression. 

Feb 26, 202156:20
College4U

College4U

I am joined by guest  Tami Williams and we discuss her App College4U. The app was designed to offer support for first generation college students. Download the College4U app pn the apple and google app stores.

Feb 26, 202153:56
Living on Campus during the pandemic.

Living on Campus during the pandemic.

I am joined by Daeshawn Vinson and we discuss his experience living on campus for his first semester of college.

Feb 12, 202116:01
So you think you want to transfer?

So you think you want to transfer?

On this episode James is joined by a former student Paiton Watkins and  they discuss transferring schools and having the support of Black  Faculty and Staff on College Campuses.

Feb 04, 202125:50
Barbershop Talk

Barbershop Talk

Our host James is joined by Chris, Bruce, and Sean and they discuss Being a Black male at a Predominately White Institute. How being Black has impacted there Academic and Professional career and what schools can do to Retain Black and Brown students. 

Jan 28, 202159:51
I am Trio

I am Trio

I am joined by 3 of my former students and we discuss what is trio and the benefits of the program on our academic and leadership careers. 

Jan 22, 202140:23
Mentee Talks: Graduate School

Mentee Talks: Graduate School

James is joined by his former student and we discuss graduate school and how has it been going to school during covid.

Jan 15, 202133:54
Why you should met with your Academic Advisor

Why you should met with your Academic Advisor

On this episode James discuss why you should meet with your advisor and how they can benefit you.

Jan 08, 202115:37
Civil Unrest

Civil Unrest

on this Bonus content episode we discuss  the civil unrest that hit our country in the Hot summer of 2020 and the attack on the Nation's Capitol on January  6th 2021.

Jan 07, 202151:35
The Real Deal

The Real Deal

On this episode I am joined by Lisa Lyons author and fellow Higher ed professional and we discuss her Latest book  "The Real Deal".  The book poses as a guide to families on college access.

Jan 01, 202143:34
Mentee Talks: Covid

Mentee Talks: Covid

On this Episode James is joined by one of his mentees Joine. Joine just recently  graduated from college and is the mastermind behind some of the graphics for the 79th street podcast. We discuss graduation and how was it finishing college in the middle of a pandemic.

Dec 25, 202017:00
We back!!

We back!!

On this episode we are back with the 79th street podcast. We discuss how the Covid 19 pandemic has affected those in higher ed.

Dec 25, 202010:38
The imortance of mentoring

The imortance of mentoring

Today i am joined by Jasmin Brown and Reggie Russell and we discuss mentoring and how it has effected us in college and in our adult lives.
Jun 11, 202048:15
Involvement 101

Involvement 101

On this epsidoe we have special guest Shakaria Smith and we discuss the pros and cons of being involved on campus.

Jun 04, 202045:03
Being a Black Man in America Part 1

Being a Black Man in America Part 1

I am joined by Cameron and we discuss George Floyd and our interactions with law enforcement. 

May 31, 202045:48
The Last Dance

The Last Dance

In this Episode i am joined by Marvin and Cameron as we discuss the highlights of the Last Dance. Who else should get a doc series?

May 29, 202032:53
Trappin in China

Trappin in China

In this episode i am joined by Marguerite Mallory and Aysha Flowers. We all studied abroad together in China. We will discuss some of our favorite moments and how it feels to be Black and China. A good episode to lfind some Do's and Dont's to studying abroad.

May 21, 202049:49
Working in Higher Ed amidst the COVID 19 Pandemic

Working in Higher Ed amidst the COVID 19 Pandemic

Today I interview my friend Shauntee another higher ed professional and we discuss how the Covid 19 pandemic has impacted are work in our respective  areas. 

May 15, 202047:01
How to survie AP ( Academic Probation)

How to survie AP ( Academic Probation)

Learn how i fought and over came my stint with academic probation. It wasn't easy but it is possible.
May 07, 202020:38
Being a Master Student

Being a Master Student

Do you have what it takes to be a master Student? Are you struggling with school? This episode will give great incite on how to navigate college/ university life. 

Apr 30, 202024:59
Surviving on 79th street/Intro

Surviving on 79th street/Intro

Learn my journey to higher ed and how i used my experience to navigate it and make a difference in my students lives.

Apr 23, 202029:24
79th street Trailer

79th street Trailer

Apr 22, 202000:39