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Kush Classics

Kush Classics

By Anika T Prather

A podcast that explores the intersection of faith, ancient African civilizations, classics and Black history
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Classical Education is NOT Christian or Conservative

Kush ClassicsApr 04, 2024

Classical Education is NOT Christian or Conservative

Classical Education is NOT Christian or Conservative

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In this episode, I talk about why we should be careful not to label classical education. It is a tradition where we all have been able to bring our human experience into conversation with it.
Apr 04, 202429:34
Building Bridges: Messiah U and Howard U Students in Discussion

Building Bridges: Messiah U and Howard U Students in Discussion

Dr. James LaGrand brought his Messiah University students to Howard to have a time of discussion. We shared bits from the Canon and bits from the Black Intellectual Tradition and interwove our experiences in the discussions. It was a wonderful time of showing how the canon, as a common ground can bring us together. 

Feb 20, 202301:04:55
Lecture at Baylor University: Narrative of Hope

Lecture at Baylor University: Narrative of Hope

This lecture was given at Baylor University and brings together most of my current research in seeking to understand not just the history of American education philosophy, but also that of Black education.  Maybe in understanding this philosophy we can gain insight into how to address some of our current concerns in k12 education. 

Nov 28, 202241:11
Howard U Students and Dr. Anika Prather Discussing RESCUING SOCRATES by Roosevelt Montas

Howard U Students and Dr. Anika Prather Discussing RESCUING SOCRATES by Roosevelt Montas

My Humanities students and I discuss Roosevelt Montas' book latest book RESCUING SOCRATES and his interview with Amna Khalid.  It is my hope that the insight shared by these students will inspire others to take a second look at classics and the canon. 

May 12, 202242:50
The History of Classics at Howard

The History of Classics at Howard

Here I share the story of classics in Black history and the role Howard has played in that story.
Jun 14, 202133:19
Introducing Me and My Introduction to Classics

Introducing Me and My Introduction to Classics

Here I share the story of how discovering the Black classical tradition brought this Black woman to love classics.
Mar 19, 202128:04