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Insufferable Academics takes you beyond research and safe spaces and into the lived experiences behind the data.
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The Black diaspora - A Caribbean perspective (An 'Expanding the Roots Series' entry) (Part 1 of 2)

Insufferable Academics Sep 05, 2020

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[Part III] IA presents - Coffee & Conversation w the editors of Conditionally Accepted

[Part III] IA presents - Coffee & Conversation w the editors of Conditionally Accepted

[Part III] Insufferable Academics, LLC. presents - 'Coffee & Conversation w the editors' of "Conditionally Accepted: Navigating Higher Education from the Margins"


Edited by Dr. Denise Desnise & Dr. Bertin M. Louis, Jr.

Publisher: UT Press

IA Associate Producer: Hugo Yepez (They/He)

IA Executive Producer: Dr. Jálin B. Johnson

Mar 22, 202422:31
[Part II] IA presents - Coffee & Conversation w the editors of Conditionally Accepted

[Part II] IA presents - Coffee & Conversation w the editors of Conditionally Accepted

[Part II] Insufferable Academics, LLC. presents - 'Coffee & Conversation w the editors' of "Conditionally Accepted: Navigating Higher Education from the Margins"


Edited by Dr. Denise Desnise & Dr. Bertin M. Louis, Jr.

Publisher: UT Press

IA Associate Producer: Hugo Yepez (They/He)

IA Executive Producer: Dr. Jálin B. Johnson

Mar 22, 202420:04
[Part I] IA presents - Coffee & Conversation w the editors of Conditionally Accepted

[Part I] IA presents - Coffee & Conversation w the editors of Conditionally Accepted

"We walk in the tradition of subversion" - Dr. Bertin Louis, Jr. [Part I] Insufferable Academics, LLC. presents - 'Coffee & Conversation w the editors' of "Conditionally Accepted: Navigating Higher Education from the Margins" Edited by Dr. Denise Desnise & Dr. Bertin M. Louis, Jr.

Publisher: UT Press

IA Associate Producer: Hugo Yepez (They/He)

IA Executive Producer: Dr. Jálin B. Johnson

Mar 22, 202435:29
[Part II] Insufferable Academics, LLC. presents - 'Coffee & Conversation w the authors of "Invisible Labor and Emotional Currency: The Unseen Corollary Impact of Cultural Taxation in Higher Education"

[Part II] Insufferable Academics, LLC. presents - 'Coffee & Conversation w the authors of "Invisible Labor and Emotional Currency: The Unseen Corollary Impact of Cultural Taxation in Higher Education"

[Part II] Insufferable Academics, LLC. presents - 'Coffee & Conversation w the authors of "Invisible Labor and Emotional Currency: The Unseen Corollary Impact of Cultural Taxation in Higher Education"

Dr. Jálin B. Johnson, J.E.D.I. Strategist, Principal and Executive Producer of Insufferable Academics, LLC., is joined by the incomparable Dr. Nakisha Castillo, Dr. Natalie V. Nagthall and Dr. Hawani Negussie, as a follow up to the release of their internationally recognized article "Invisible Labor and Emotional Currency" (Inside Higher Ed - October, 2023).


Facilitated by Tosha Bright (BRight Media, LLC)

IA Associate Producer: Tosha Bright (BRight Media, LLC)

IA Executive Producer: Dr. Jálin B. Johnson


Publisher: Inside Higher Education

Link to publication: https://www.insidehighered.com/opinion/career-advice/diversity/2023/10/06/impacts-cultural-taxation-minoritized-faculty-opinion

Mar 18, 202420:15
[Part I] IA presents Coffee & Conversation w/ the authors of "Invisible Labor and Emotional Currency: The Unseen Corollary Impact of Cultural Taxation in Higher Education"

[Part I] IA presents Coffee & Conversation w/ the authors of "Invisible Labor and Emotional Currency: The Unseen Corollary Impact of Cultural Taxation in Higher Education"

[Part I] Insufferable Academics, LLC. presents - 'Coffee & Conversation w the authors of "Invisible Labor and Emotional Currency: The Unseen Corollary Impact of Cultural Taxation in Higher Education"

Dr. Jálin B. Johnson, J.E.D.I. Strategist, Principal and Executive Producer of Insufferable Academics, LLC., is joined by the incomparable Dr. Nakisha Castillo, Dr. Natalie V. Nagthall and Dr. Hawani Negussie, as a follow up to the release of their internationally recognized article "Invisible Labor and Emotional Currency" (Inside Higher Ed - October, 2023).


Facilitated by Tosha Bright (BRight Media, LLC)

IA Associate Producer: Tosha Bright (BRight Media, LLC.)

IA Executive Producer: Dr. Jálin B. Johnson


Publisher: Inside Higher Education

Link to publication: https://www.insidehighered.com/opinion/career-advice/diversity/2023/10/06/impacts-cultural-taxation-minoritized-faculty-opinion

Mar 18, 202416:23
Mental Health Amidst Dual Pandemics (S5 E7)

Mental Health Amidst Dual Pandemics (S5 E7)

Mental Health Amidst Dual Pandemics

While the world has been dealing with the COVID-19 pandemic, Black people have been dealing with the continuous effects of racial injustice. The pandemic and politics of our nation spotlights the need for additional conversation on the mental health of Black people to survive. IA will explore the importance of mental health and the intervention strategies that will need to be considered.

Associate Producer - Dr. Natalie V. Nagthall 

Special guest: Dr. Yvette Drake 

Jun 07, 202141:31
Racial Justice in the Academy; Amplifying the voices of Black women Part II (S5 E7)

Racial Justice in the Academy; Amplifying the voices of Black women Part II (S5 E7)

(Part II) On the heels of America facing a racial reckoning post-the murder of George Floyd, academia has been forced to examine its role in perpetuating racism and anti-blackness as illustrated with the hashtag turned movement:#BlackInTheIvory.

Amplifying the voices of Black women in the academy, IA will explore this topic and the structures that need to be put in place for Blackademics to not only survive but thrive in the academy.

Special guests: Dr. Donna J. Nicol & Dr. Natalie V. Nagthall (IA Associate Producer)

May 17, 202131:39
Racial Justice in the Academy; Amplifying the voices of Black women Part I (S5 E6)

Racial Justice in the Academy; Amplifying the voices of Black women Part I (S5 E6)

On the heels of America facing a racial reckoning post-the murder of George Floyd, academia has been forced to examine its role in perpetuating racism and anti-blackness as illustrated with the hashtag turned movement:#BlackInTheIvory. 

Amplifying the voices of Black women in the academy, IA will explore this topic and the structures that need to be put in place for Blackademics to not only survive but thrive in the academy.

Special guests: Dr. Donna J. Nicol & Dr. Natalie V. Nagthall (IA Associate Producer) 

May 10, 202129:10
A 'dual pandemic' reflection: Addressing mental health and supporting our k12 educators (Part II)

A 'dual pandemic' reflection: Addressing mental health and supporting our k12 educators (Part II)

We are in the midst of a 'dual pandemic.' Acknowledging the impact of COVID 19 and the public health crisis that is racism, along with the burgeoning mental health pandemic in view, our guests  reflect on the year in review. Our inaugural IA panel join us to discuss supports for our k12 educators, students and communities.

Special guests: Ms. Ardelia Aldridge (Asst. Producer), Dr. Cherilynne Hollowell and Dr. Jocelyn Johnson

May 01, 202129:11
Season Five Bonus clip_Beats by Deemo

Season Five Bonus clip_Beats by Deemo

Season Five Bonus clip_Beats by Deemo

Apr 08, 202101:38
Stillness with Purpose; Revisiting your personal brand Season 5 Episode 4 (Part 2 of 2)

Stillness with Purpose; Revisiting your personal brand Season 5 Episode 4 (Part 2 of 2)

Dr. Aerial M. Ellis, author of "The Original Millennial: Lessons in Leadership for the Millennial Generation," speaker and managing principal of Advisory 83, joins Insufferable Academics as we continue our series on value and your personal brand, during Women's HERstory month (in the US).

Pull up a seat for this pod’versation with @drjalinbjohnson and special guests.

Show contributors: IA AP Tosha Bright (B.Right Media LLC), IA AP Dr. Leigh Sata, & Stephanie Walton (The Passion Architect)

Stillness with Purpose; Revisiting your personal brand   Season 5 Episode 4 (Part 2 of 2)

Mar 15, 202128:60
Stillness with Purpose; Revisiting your personal brand Season 5 Episode 3 (Part 1 of 2)

Stillness with Purpose; Revisiting your personal brand Season 5 Episode 3 (Part 1 of 2)

Dr. Aerial M. Ellis, author of "The Original Millennial: Lessons in Leadership for the Millennial Generation," speaker and managing principal of Advisory 83, joins Insufferable Academics as we continue our series on value and your personal brand, during Women's HERstory month (in the US).

Pull up a seat for this pod’versation with @drjalinbjohnson and special guests.  

Show contributors: IA AP Tosha Bright (B.Right Media LLC), IA AP Dr. Leigh Sata, & Stephanie Walton (The Passion Architect)

Stillness with Purpose; Revisiting your personal brand   Season 5 Episode 3 (Part 1 of 2)



Mar 15, 202122:47
Succeeding with passion; an introspective revisiting of our value Season 5 Episode 2 (Part 2)

Succeeding with passion; an introspective revisiting of our value Season 5 Episode 2 (Part 2)

Succeeding with passion; an introspective revisiting of our value Season 5 Episode 2 (Part II)

"Passion is personal"

IA Associate Producer, Ms. Tosha Bright (B.Right Media LLC) and special guest & author Mrs. Stephanie Walton join @drjalinbjohnson for this special two part pod’versation during Women's Herstory month (in the US).

Mar 08, 202126:39
Succeeding with passion; An introspective revisiting of our value Season 5 Episode 1 (Part I)

Succeeding with passion; An introspective revisiting of our value Season 5 Episode 1 (Part I)

Succeeding with passion; an introspective revisiting of our value - PART 1 of II

IA Associate Producer, Ms. Tosha Bright (B.Right Media LLC) and special guest & author Mrs. Stephanie Walton join @drjalinbjohnson for this special two part pod’versation during Women's Herstory month (in the US).

Mar 01, 202125:23
Gay, Proud and Educated – A personal and professional focus on mentoring (Entry Two)

Gay, Proud and Educated – A personal and professional focus on mentoring (Entry Two)

Special guests Dr. Dustin Domingo, Dr. Patric Schine and Dr. Donald B. Scott (joined by Insufferable Academics AP, Dr. Nakisha Castillo) have returned for this special pod'versation with @drjalinbjohnson, originally airing on National Coming Out Day.

Oct 10, 202031:39
Season Four Bonus clips_Beats by Deemo

Season Four Bonus clips_Beats by Deemo

Season Four Bonus clips Beats by Deemo

Oct 09, 202002:40
Unmasking the Myth of the "Model Minority" S4E7 (Part 2 of 2)

Unmasking the Myth of the "Model Minority" S4E7 (Part 2 of 2)

Anchored in historical oppression and modeled by stereotypes, the Model Minority myth continues to permeate, adding to injustice for all.

In this second part of our pod’versation (part 2 of 2) @drjalinbjohnson with IA Associate Producer, Dr. Dustin Domingo, speak with Americans of Filipino, Hmong and Japanese heritage (respectively) about their lived experiences combatting and reconciling with the existence of the model minority myth.

Special guests:

Dr. Dustin Domingo

Mrs. Gleanne Kienzler

Dr. Leigh Sata

Mrs. Eda Moua Vang

Oct 07, 202037:46
Unmasking the Myth of the "Model Minority" S4E6 (Part 1 of 2)

Unmasking the Myth of the "Model Minority" S4E6 (Part 1 of 2)

Anchored in historical oppression and modeled by stereotypes, the Model Minority myth continues to permeate, adding to injustice for all.

In this pod’versation @drjalinbjohnson with IA Associate Producer, Dr. Dustin Domingo, speak with Americans of Filipino, Hmong and Japanese heritage (respectively) about their lived experiences combatting and reconciling with the existence of the model minority myth.

Special guests:

Dr. Dustin Domingo (AP)

Mrs. Gleanne Kienzler

Dr. Leigh Sata

Mrs. Eda Moua Vang

Oct 03, 202029:17
The Relevance of HBCUs: A Timely Discussion S4E5 (Part 2 of 2)

The Relevance of HBCUs: A Timely Discussion S4E5 (Part 2 of 2)

This timely discussion focused on the relevance of Historically Black Colleges and Universities, takes place amidst the backdrop of historic social change.

For this pod’versation @drjalinbjohnson is joined by HBCU graduates from Howard University, Morehouse College and Oakwood University.

Learn something…as we explore the roots, the foundation and the legacy that is the HBCU.

Special guests:

Dr. Moosgar Borieux

Mr. Larry J. Gomez

Ms. Charmain Young

Ms. Tosha Bright (AP)

Sep 23, 202052:53
The Relevance of HBCUs: A Timely Discussion S4E4 (Part 1 of 2)

The Relevance of HBCUs: A Timely Discussion S4E4 (Part 1 of 2)

This timely discussion focused on the relevance of Historically Black Colleges and Universities, takes place amidst the backdrop of historic social change.

For this pod’versation @drjalinbjohnson is joined by HBCU graduates from Howard University, Morehouse College and Oakwood University.

Learn something…as we explore the roots, the foundation and the legacy that is the HBCU.

Special guests:

Dr. Moosgar Borieux

Mr. Larry J. Gomez

Ms. Charmain Young

Ms. Tosha Bright (Guest Associate Producer)

Sep 22, 202039:40
The Black diaspora - A Caribbean perspective (An 'Expanding the Roots Series' entry) (Part 2 of 2)

The Black diaspora - A Caribbean perspective (An 'Expanding the Roots Series' entry) (Part 2 of 2)

Continuing the discussion from the celebrated 'Expanding the Roots Series' (during Caribbean Heritage month - facilitated and produced by Dr. Nakisha Castillo), this episode of IA will explore more of the thoughts, issues and personal stories surrounding the Black diaspora, from a Caribbean perspective. (Part 2 of 2)

Special guests:

Dr. Moosgar Borieux

Dr. Nakisha Castillo

Mrs. Eulaine Laskey

Sep 05, 202032:08
The Black diaspora - A Caribbean perspective (An 'Expanding the Roots Series' entry) (Part 1 of 2)

The Black diaspora - A Caribbean perspective (An 'Expanding the Roots Series' entry) (Part 1 of 2)

Continuing the discussion from the celebrated 'Expanding the Roots Series' (during Caribbean Heritage month - facilitated and produced by Dr. Nakisha Castillo), this episode of IA will explore more of the thoughts, issues and personal stories surrounding the Black diaspora, from a Caribbean perspective. (Part 1 of 2)

Special guests:

Dr. Moosgar Borieux

Dr. Nakisha Castillo

Mrs. Eulaine Laskey

Sep 05, 202026:10
The nuances of Neurodiversity - The necessity of writing an accurate narrative for Dysgraphia S4E1 (Entry Two)

The nuances of Neurodiversity - The necessity of writing an accurate narrative for Dysgraphia S4E1 (Entry Two)

Continuing our discussion on Neurodiversity, a mother and son share with @drjalinbjohnson how they helped to accurately define the lived experiences of those living with Dysgraphia, were high functioning and twice exceptional students, all while self-advocating as a family, along the way.

Special guests:

Dr. Lynn Larsen 

Mr. Zach Larsen

Aug 29, 202028:49
Our Origin story S3E8 (Part 2 of 2) (Entry Three)

Our Origin story S3E8 (Part 2 of 2) (Entry Three)

Empowered. Support group. Sister circles. Women supporting women.

These were only a few of the themes that led to this discussion of how, while our stories are commonplace among many Women of Color, our realities are not commonly known.

Special guests:

Dr. Nakisha Castillo

Dr. Lata Murti

Dr. Leticia Rojas

Dr. Sheila Steinberg

Aug 11, 202032:02
Our Origin story S3E7 (Part 1 of 2) (Entry Three)

Our Origin story S3E7 (Part 1 of 2) (Entry Three)

Empowered. Support group. Sister circles. Women supporting women.

These were only a few of the themes that led to this discussion of how, while our stories are commonplace among many Women of Color, our realities are not commonly known.

Special guests:

Dr. Nakisha Castillo

Dr. Lata Murti

Dr. Leticia Rojas

Dr. Sheila Steinberg

Aug 11, 202032:07
Leaning on the shield – Celebrating 'women supporting women' S3E6 (Entry Two)

Leaning on the shield – Celebrating 'women supporting women' S3E6 (Entry Two)

‘Leaning on the shield’ has meaning and connotations that come with a special understanding…It is an unyielding accountability through bonds that stand the test of time.

In this episode of IA @drjalinbjohnson speaks with sorority sisters who share a wealth of love that comes from the many sister circles that have blossomed throughout the years.

Special guests:

Ms. Ardelia Aldridge, Ms. Tosha Bright, Ms. Adriane Hughes & Dr. Natalie V. Nagthall

Aug 02, 202038:35
National Girlfriends Day – An "M4" Roundtable Discussion S3E5 (Entry One)

National Girlfriends Day – An "M4" Roundtable Discussion S3E5 (Entry One)

Join the Insufferable Academics pod’versation as @drjalinbjohnson sits for a roundtable discussion with the sisterhood known as "M4."

Celebrate women supporting women, this National Girlfriends Day.

Special guests:

Dr. Melissa Bazanos Hutton

Dr. Marion Gutterud

Dr. Mallanie Harris

Dr. Marilyn Saucedo

Aug 01, 202028:45
COVID & Managing the stress - A clinician's insight S3E4 (Entry Three)'

COVID & Managing the stress - A clinician's insight S3E4 (Entry Three)'

In this episode of Insufferable Academics @drjalinbjohnson gains the perspectives of clinicians doing the work. While they support clients who are experiencing the effects of COVID and social injustices, this pod'versation centers around lived experiences, heightened tensions & the varying emotions we all face.

Special guests:

Dr. Nakisha Castillo 

Dr. Diana Munoz


Jul 24, 202028:21
COVID, Allied Health and our lived experiences S3E3 (Entry Two)

COVID, Allied Health and our lived experiences S3E3 (Entry Two)

As frontline workers and medical professionals, they have seen the highs and lows; but every story is unique…

Special guests:

Ms. Malika Whitlock 

Dr. Valencia Walker 

Jul 22, 202035:19
Fathers, Family and Generational wisdom S3E2 (Part 2 of 2)

Fathers, Family and Generational wisdom S3E2 (Part 2 of 2)

With a lifetime of putting family first, and through leading by example, our guests in the Season Three premiere episode of Insufferable Academics, discuss their lived experiences and the stories passed down through the generations.

Their shared wisdom in fatherhood, leaves a legacy for us all.

Special guests:

Mr. Robert Cooksey Sr. 

Mr. Jayson A. Brooks, JD

Mr. Benjamin L. Coles Jr.

Jul 14, 202031:56
Fathers, Family and Generational wisdom S3E1 (Part 1 of 2)

Fathers, Family and Generational wisdom S3E1 (Part 1 of 2)

With a lifetime of putting family first, and through leading by example, our guests in the Season Three premiere episode of Insufferable Academics, discuss their lived experiences and the stories passed down through the generations. 

Their shared wisdom in fatherhood, leaves a legacy for us all.

Special guests:

Mr. Robert Cooksey Sr.

Mr. Jayson A. Brooks, JD

Mr. Benjamin L. Coles Jr.

Jul 14, 202047:04
Conservative, Moderate and the LatinX Diaspora; Engaging beyond preconceived notions (Part 2 of 2)

Conservative, Moderate and the LatinX Diaspora; Engaging beyond preconceived notions (Part 2 of 2)

Conservative Moderate LatinX Diaspora AfroLatina Black Brown Fluent Spanish Assimilation Melting  Pot Salad Bowl Mexican MEChA Los Boinas Cafes

Set aside your labels; they’re no good here. Join Insufferable Academics as we ‘Engage beyond preconceived notions.

In (Parts I & II of) the Season Two finale of IA, we discuss the foundations of the old adage, "never judge a book by its cover."

Our special guests share with @drjalinbjohnson, some of their lived experiences and wisdom; engaging with others while moving beyond preconceived notions.

Special guests:

Dr. Diane Singer

Dr. David Gonzalez

Jul 05, 202029:48
Conservative, Moderate and the LatinX Diaspora; Engaging beyond preconceived notions (Part I of 2)

Conservative, Moderate and the LatinX Diaspora; Engaging beyond preconceived notions (Part I of 2)

Conservative Moderate LatinX Diaspora AfroLatina Black Brown Fluent Spanish Assimilation Melting  Pot Salad Bowl Mexican MEChA Los Boinas Cafes

Set aside your labels; they’re no good here. Join Insufferable Academics as we ‘Engage beyond preconceived notions.

In (Parts I & II of) the Season Two finale of IA, we discuss the foundations of the old adage, "never judge a book by its cover." 

Our special guests share with @drjalinbjohnson, some of their lived experiences and wisdom; engaging with others while moving beyond preconceived notions.

Special guests:

Dr. Diane Singer

Dr. David Gonzalez

Jul 05, 202035:37
 Establishing careers in law enforcement and the impact of lived experiences along the way (Part 2 of 2)

Establishing careers in law enforcement and the impact of lived experiences along the way (Part 2 of 2)

In Part 2 of this Insufferable Academics pod'versation @drjalinbjohnson engages with career law enforcement officers whose lived experiences require them to reach beyond discipline and into a place of care and concern as educators, mentors and advocates, leading the discussion.

Special guests:

David M. Long, JD

Dr. Obed Magny


Jul 02, 202028:51
Establishing careers in law enforcement and the impact of lived experiences along the way (Part 1 of 2)

Establishing careers in law enforcement and the impact of lived experiences along the way (Part 1 of 2)

What may be considered draconian mind sets are juxtaposed against conversations focused on 'open-minded' thinking while in the classroom. 

In this IA pod'versation @drjalinbjohnson engages with those whose lived experiences require them to reach beyond discipline and into a place of care & concern, as educators, leading the discussion. 


Special guests:

David M. Long, JD

Dr. Obed Magny

Jul 01, 202030:42
Transitions: From Military to Civilian and our lived experiences along the journey (Entry One)

Transitions: From Military to Civilian and our lived experiences along the journey (Entry One)

The transition from military into civilian life is a journey in itself. In this IA pod'versation, Dr. Johnson talks with veterans who have taken an additional step into the classroom and are now giving back through sharing their wisdom, skill sets and lived experiences, with others.

Special guests:

Dr. Anthony Falls 

Dr. Felicia Haecker 

Jun 29, 202037:46
Father, professional, advocate, administrator; Wearing many hats and modeling the example

Father, professional, advocate, administrator; Wearing many hats and modeling the example

In this episode of Insufferable Academics, Dr. Johnson is joined by fathers, who share their lived experiences, as members of the academy. They discuss managing to traverse the many facets of Higher Ed, while balancing the joys of fatherhood.

Special guests:

Rolondo Talbott, PMP, CSM

Justyn Howard, Esq.

Jun 16, 202040:42
'Like Mothers & Daughters;' Education, service and community (Entry Three)

'Like Mothers & Daughters;' Education, service and community (Entry Three)

Celebrating mothers, daughters and their shared desire to follow career paths in education, IA talks with loved ones who engage, who care and who support the significance of modeling the way for their students and community.

Special guests:

Mrs. Twillea Evans-Carthen

Dr. Megan Carthen Jackson

Jun 13, 202024:26
Are you a fighter, a healer or a builder?

Are you a fighter, a healer or a builder?

At IA, we believe that working with students and mentees requires compassion and empathy. In this season of our collective lived experiences, when the question was posed - 'Are you a fighter, a healer or builder,' we took a step back and dug deep to find an answer. It was not an easy effort.

Special guests:

Dr. Lissa Ramirez-Stapleton

Dr. Valencia Walker

Jun 13, 202028:34
Fathers & daughters; 'Following your passion and Leading kindly light' (Entry one)

Fathers & daughters; 'Following your passion and Leading kindly light' (Entry one)

In honor of father's day, IA salutes fathers and daughters, who have walked their own career paths, only to find a common appreciation for education and supporting students.

Special guests:

Dr. Venkatachalam "V" Seshan 

Dr. Sheila Lakshmi Steinberg

Jun 13, 202032:03
'Like Mothers & Daughters;' A focus on education, self-care & wellness (Entry Two)

'Like Mothers & Daughters;' A focus on education, self-care & wellness (Entry Two)

As Insufferable Academics continues the ongoing celebration of mothers and daughters, in this first episode of Season Two, we talk with loved ones in the Netherlands, who are dedicated to selfcare, wellness and shared mutual respect for one another.

Special guests:

Dr. Estella Chavous

Dr. Jacinta Chavous-Kambach

Season Two Episode One

Jun 08, 202025:16
Social Work, Social Services and the heuristic nature of supporting our communities (Entry One)

Social Work, Social Services and the heuristic nature of supporting our communities (Entry One)

Serving under-resourced areas, where ethnic and socioeconomic backgrounds are diverse, research shows that BIPOC women are the foundation of the social services system, carrying the heaviest burden. In this pod'versation, IA discusses the emotional and mental well-being needed, to carry the weight of it all.

Special guest:

Ms. Adriane Hughes

Mrs. Audrey Tousant Shelby


Jun 07, 202045:34
Gay, Proud and Educated – A personal and professional journey through creating inclusive spaces (Entry One)

Gay, Proud and Educated – A personal and professional journey through creating inclusive spaces (Entry One)

In this pod'versation, IA talks with three men in higher education who have a lifetime of experiences, creating inclusive spaces and existing amidst labels & the preconceived notions of others; all while living authentically. 

Special guests: 

Dr. Dustin Domingo  

Dr. Patric Schine 

Dr. Donald B. Scott

Jun 02, 202048:30
Early childhood education and the importance of acknowledging privilege

Early childhood education and the importance of acknowledging privilege

Described as a time of extreme emotional, physical, social and cognitive development in children, the ‘early childhood’ years are critical to determining who we are and the people we will become.

Taped amidst the anguish and despair shared around the world, surrounding the (May 25, 2020) death of George Floyd while in Minneapolis (MN) police custody, in this episode of IA, @drjalinbjohnson engages experts in early childhood education.  This pod’versation explores why discussions surrounding privilege, integrity, kindness and compassion are so important during the formative years.

Special guests:

Dr. Hawani Negussie   

Dr. Esmirna Valencia 

May 31, 202035:08
The Nuances of Neurodiversity - Why context matters (Entry One)

The Nuances of Neurodiversity - Why context matters (Entry One)

Blossoming from the term developed in the late 1980's, by Australian sociologist Judy Singer, Neurodiversity has helped to generate ideas and new research on different forms of thinking and creativity from Dyslexia and ADHD to Sensory awareness and Tourette’s. 

In this episode of IA @drjalinbjohnson talks to subject matter experts, practitioners and parents, who know intimately well, why context and understanding of neurodiversity matters.

Special guests:

Dr. Tami Lincoln

Dr. Kathryn Taylor

May 25, 202034:49
Quantifying the landscape of a career in numbers

Quantifying the landscape of a career in numbers

In this episode of IA @drjalinbjohnson and guests explore what its like to navigate the landscape of a career in numbers.

In this pod'versation, women of color share their experiences, discuss what advancing within the field looks like and offer insight regarding the role of guided mentorship while on the career path.

Special Guests:

Dr. Charmaine Felder 

Mrs. Andrea Stoll 

Ms. Caren Ware 

May 22, 202024:15
'Like Mothers & Daughters' (Entry One)

'Like Mothers & Daughters' (Entry One)

In this first entry of the 'Like Mothers & Daughters' series, IA is celebrating mothers, daughters and their shared desire to follow career paths in education. 

In this pod'versation @drjalinbjohnson talks with loved ones who are dedicated to service and enjoy giving back.

Special Guests:

Mrs. Angela Nelson Swearingen

Ms. Nicole Swearingen


(Series - Part One)

May 18, 202020:03
COVID and the Higher Ed Equity Gap

COVID and the Higher Ed Equity Gap

As an additional outcome, the COVID 19 pandemic has highlighted a reality that many in higher education have already witnessed; the equity gap experienced by students, faculty and their surrounding communities.

In this pod'versation @drjalinbjohnson talks with guests who address how the disparities that have been a reality for many, are now deemed a 'newly uncovered' phenomenon for others.

Special Guests:

Dr. Nakisha Castillo

Dr. Leticia Rojas

May 08, 202038:28
'My sister's keeper' - Examining the role of mentorship in higher education

'My sister's keeper' - Examining the role of mentorship in higher education

With another take on an older term, 'my sister's keeper' explores the role of women in higher education who lean back and lift up. 

In this episode of IA @drjalinbjohnson asks women in the academe, how they see the journey and what role ‘sister to sister’ upliftment, has played along the way.

Special guests:

Dr. Natalie V. Nagthall

Dr. Lissa Ramirez-Stapleton 

Dr. Maleta Wilson

May 07, 202040:35
The Doctoral Journey; Support Structures for Women of Color

The Doctoral Journey; Support Structures for Women of Color

Insufferable Academics evaluates the 'mentorship to doctoral candidate' pipeline from the perspective of women who have successfully completed the journey.

In this episode of IA @drjalinbjohnson and guests consider 'what’s accessible,' 'what’s lacking,' and 'what support structures are we creating for ourselves, that don’t already exist?'

Special guests: 

Dr. Nakisha Castillo

Dr. Tamara Frazier 

Dr. Mallanie Harris 

May 04, 202001:05:46