The Edupurist Podcast

Dr. Raymond Ankrum
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Dr. Ray Ankrum's Edupurist podcast delves into educational outcomes for Black and brown children while championing positive aspects within public schools and Black culture. Through insightful interviews and Ray's analysis, the podcast tackles critical education issues that impact our youth. Ray's openness to critique and willingness to learn make this show a must-listen for education influencers. 🎙️

  1. May 8

    Pop Yo Shit Sis: E:3

    I got to kick it with Dr. Shanae, who goes by the moniker Awkward_phd on socials, and we ran it. We talked about everything from Black male misalignment to what constitutes being from the wrong side of the tracks. In this super-powerful episode, she popped her sh*t.

    37 min

  2. May 5

    Pop Yo Shit Sis- E:2 Dr. C.T. Wilson

    I put out a casting call for Black women to come and run it with me and discuss pervasive issues that have historically and currently impacted them. They did not disappoint.

    46 min

  3. May 5

    Pop Yo Shit Sis- E:1 Dominique

    My sis Dominique answered the call, to come and pop her shit. We ran it about current issues occurring in society, and with her big personality, we were able to unpack some stuff.

    31 min

  4. 12/13/2025

    The Covington, La Series E:7 of 7 Beyond the Classroom: Financial Literacy, Church Impact, and a Change in Perspective

    In the final segment, the hosts reflect on the enduring role of the church in the community—both its positive impact on academic achievement (honoring honor roll students) and its shortcomings in preparing youth for financial literacy. They share closing thoughts on how the Black community can foster a more supportive and aspirational environment for its youth, bridging the gap between education, community, and economic success.

    14 min

  5. 12/13/2025

    The Covington, La Series E:6 of 7 The High School Maze: Drug Money, Rental Properties, and the Education of the Streets

    The hosts transition to their high school years, detailing the dramatic shift in their educational environment. They discuss the pervasive influence of the crack cocaine epidemic, exploring how illicit activities often provided a quicker path to financial knowledge and wealth (e.g., rental properties) than the formal education system. This segment contrasts the academic curriculum with the harsh, real-world "education" they received from the streets.

    35 min

  6. 12/13/2025

    The Covington, La Series E:5 of 7 The Land of Landor: Father Figures, Basketball Dreams, and 8th Grade Expulsion

    The hosts delve into their 8th and 9th-grade years at William Pitcher Junior High, centering on the impactful, yet complex, figure of Mr. Lando —a basketball coach and male figure who played a different role for each host. They recall a specific 8th-grade teacher whose deeply uncaring or allegedly racist comments led to one host being expelled/suspended, highlighting the arbitrary nature of discipline in the system.

    12 min

  7. 12/13/2025

    The Covington, La Series E:4 of 7 The Fading of Black Administrators and a Teacher's 'Juneteenth of Paddling'

    The hosts reflect on the historical presence of Black administrators and teachers in the system and how that began to fade. They share intense, personal anecdotes about corporal punishment (paddling) in schools, including the story of a teacher who they claim continued the practice—dubbing it the "Juneteenth of paddling". They contrast their experiences with Black educators, detailing who they found to be truly caring versus those they felt were ineffective.

    17 min

  8. 12/13/2025

    The Covington, La Series E:3 of 7 Black Educators as Pillars: Navigating Competitive Academics and the 'Pipeline' Grouping System

    A deep dive into the profound impact of specific Black educators in the hosts' junior high years, who served as respected community figures. The conversation explores academic competitiveness, the system's failure to diagnose learning disabilities like dyslexia , and a stark critique of the 'grouping' or 'tracking' system that one host felt was steering him directly into the "pipeline to prison".

    25 min
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Dr. Ray Ankrum's Edupurist podcast delves into educational outcomes for Black and brown children while championing positive aspects within public schools and Black culture. Through insightful interviews and Ray's analysis, the podcast tackles critical education issues that impact our youth. Ray's openness to critique and willingness to learn make this show a must-listen for education influencers. 🎙️

Information

  • Creator
    Dr. Raymond Ankrum
  • Years Active
    2019 - 2026
  • Episodes
    80
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Dr. Raymond Ankrum
  • Show Website
    The Edupurist Podcast