Cultural Curriculum Chat with Jebeh Edmunds

Jebeh Edmunds

Welcome to the Cultural Curriculum Chat™ Podcast — where culture meets curriculum, and conversations spark real change. Hosted by author, educator, DEI consultant, and cultural storyteller Jebeh Edmunds, this show is your weekly guide to creating inclusive spaces where every voice is seen, valued, and celebrated. Whether you're an educator, leader, DEI practitioner, or a lifelong learner committed to equity, you’ll find empowering dialogue here. We dive into multicultural education, workplace inclusion, global perspectives, and the stories behind the people shaping our communities. Expect honest conversations, practical tools you can use right away, and uplifting storytelling rooted in authenticity and lived experience. From classroom strategies to courageous workplace conversations — from cultural history to creative pedagogy — each episode is crafted to inform, inspire, and ignite action.  Listen in to learn how to: Build culturally affirming learning + work environmentsLead with empathy, equity, and intercultural competenceIntegrate diverse voices and global narratives with confidenceExpand your cultural lens through story, conversation, and curiosityTogether, we’re cultivating a world where inclusion isn’t an initiative — it’s a lifestyle. Subscribe, share, and stay connected as we continue fostering transformative learning, one courageous conversation at a time. Welcome to the Cultural Curriculum Chat™ — where culture lives, learning grows, and equity leads.

  1. 3d ago

    Season 9 Episode #11 The Hidden Weight of Leadership: What Authority Really Costs with Reverend Kevin T. Taylor

    Send us Fan Mail In this powerful episode of The Cultural Curriculum Chat Podcast™, Jebeh Edmunds sits down with Rev. Kevin T. Taylor—pastor, leadership advisor, and author of A Charge to Keep. Together, they explore what leadership truly looks like behind the scenes—the weight of difficult decisions, the cost of integrity, and the responsibility that comes with authority. This conversation dives into leadership, faith, organizational pressure, and the courage it takes to act with clarity when it matters most. In this episode, you’ll learn: What leaders carry that others rarely seeHow integrity can come with real personal and professional costsWhy hesitation can damage organizationsHow to move from pressure and uncertainty to clarity and actionIf you want to stay connected with Rev. Kevin T. Taylor, you can find him at: 🌐 https://calendly.com/revkttaylor Support the show COME SAY Hey!! Instagram: @cultrallyjebeh_ Facebook: @JebehCulturalConsulting Pinterest: @Jebeh Cultural Consulting  LinkedIn: @Jebeh Cultural Consulting Leave a Review on our Podcast! We value your feedback! Buy My Book: The Orange Blossom  https://a.co/d/dRgzqgB  🎉 Show your support and rock the culture! Check out the official Cultural Curriculum Chat™ merch — from cozy beanies to statement mugs that celebrate community, curiosity, and inclusive storytelling. Grab your favorite pieces and rep the movement! ➤ https://jebehedmunds.com/merch-shop/ 👉 Every purchase helps support the podcast and our mission to amplify diverse voices. Follow our Blog Enroll In Our Mini Courses Enroll In My Digital Course: How To ...

    32 min
  2. Jun 26

    Season 9 Episode #10 Reimagining Schools with Joy, Equity, and Courage: A Conversation with Dr. Deonna Smith

    Send us Fan Mail In this powerful return episode of The Cultural Curriculum Chat Podcast™, host Jebeh Edmunds welcomes back educational justice advocate Dr. Deonna Smith for a deeper conversation about the future of equitable education. Dr. Smith, founder of Deonna Smith Consulting, works with schools across the country to help educators create learning environments centered on equity, inclusion, and joy. (deonnasmithconsulting.com) Together, Jebeh and Dr. Smith explore: Why joy is a critical part of equitable classroomsHow educators can move beyond performative allyshipStrategies for addressing teacher burnoutPractical ways to build inclusive school culturesWhat the future of education could look likeThis episode is a must-listen for educators, school leaders, and anyone passionate about transforming education. Support the show COME SAY Hey!! Instagram: @cultrallyjebeh_ Facebook: @JebehCulturalConsulting Pinterest: @Jebeh Cultural Consulting  LinkedIn: @Jebeh Cultural Consulting Leave a Review on our Podcast! We value your feedback! Buy My Book: The Orange Blossom  https://a.co/d/dRgzqgB  🎉 Show your support and rock the culture! Check out the official Cultural Curriculum Chat™ merch — from cozy beanies to statement mugs that celebrate community, curiosity, and inclusive storytelling. Grab your favorite pieces and rep the movement! ➤ https://jebehedmunds.com/merch-shop/ 👉 Every purchase helps support the podcast and our mission to amplify diverse voices. Follow our Blog Enroll In Our Mini Courses Enroll In My Digital Course: How To ...

    37 min
  3. Jun 19

    Season 9 Episode #9 The Power of Reading, Writing, and Southern Storytelling with Author Susan Gooch

    Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Jebeh Edmunds sits down with Susan Gooch, an Arkansas author and proud Southern storyteller, to talk about the transformative power of reading, writing, and the stories we carry from our lived experiences. Susan shares her journey from a child with dyslexia who resisted reading to a voracious reader who devours nearly 200 books a year. She opens up about her mother's patient dedication, the eighth-grade moment a Dickens novel cracked her world wide open, and how those early struggles shaped her into an empathetic, passionate educator. Together, Jebeh and Susan explore creative classroom strategies for reluctant readers — from "book carrying" and lunch bunches to Book Bingo and million-word reading challenges — and discuss how building positive associations with reading can change a student's entire trajectory. Susan also dives into her Carrington Series, sharing how small-town Arkansas life, a cast of unforgettable Southern women, and a story that came to her while supervising standardized tests inspired her fiction debut. She reflects on finding her authentic author voice, the danger of mimicking other writers, and why it's never too late to start a new chapter — in books or in life. Key Takeaways: The brain must be trained to read — and great educators know how to make that happenWrite what you know: your lived experience is your greatest creative assetIt's never too late to pivot, start over, and chase new dreamsFind Susan Gooch: susangooch.com | Instagram & Facebook: @Y'allHaveGottoReadThis The Carrington Affairs and The Non-Negotiable are available on Amazon and local booksellers. Support the show COME SAY Hey!! Instagram: @cultrallyjebeh_ Facebook: @JebehCulturalConsulting Pinterest: @Jebeh Cultural Consulting  LinkedIn: @Jebeh Cultural Consulting Leave a Review on our Podcast! We value your feedback! Buy My Book: The Orange Blossom  https://a.co/d/dRgzqgB  🎉 Show your support and rock the culture! Check out the official Cultural Curriculum Chat™ merch — from cozy beanies to statement mugs that celebrate community, curiosity, and inclusive storytelling. Grab your favorite pieces and rep the movement! ➤ https://jebehedmunds.com/merch-shop/ 👉 Every purchase helps support the podcast and our mission to amplify diverse voices. Follow our Blog Enroll In Our Mini Courses Enroll In My Digital Course: How To ...

    30 min
  4. Jun 12

    Season 9 Episode #8 Unlearning to Become: A Conversation on Identity, Healing, and Letting Go with Ginny Priem

    Send us Fan Mail In this powerful episode of The Cultural Curriculum Chat Podcast™, Jebeh Edmunds sits down with Ginny Priem—keynote speaker, Master Certified Professional Life Coach, best-selling author, and host of the Unsubscribe Podcast. Together, they explore what it truly means to “unsubscribe” from the beliefs, expectations, and identities that no longer serve us. This conversation dives into identity, healing, cultural expectations, and the courage it takes to let go and rebuild.  In this episode, you’ll learn: What it means to “unsubscribe” from limiting beliefsHow identity and lived experiences shape our choicesWhy letting go is necessary for growthPractical steps to begin your healing journeyIf you want to stay connected with Ginny, you can find her at: 🌐 ginnypriem.com 🎧 Listen to her podcast: Unsubscribe Podcast 📱 Instagram: @ginnypriem Support the show COME SAY Hey!! Instagram: @cultrallyjebeh_ Facebook: @JebehCulturalConsulting Pinterest: @Jebeh Cultural Consulting  LinkedIn: @Jebeh Cultural Consulting Leave a Review on our Podcast! We value your feedback! Buy My Book: The Orange Blossom  https://a.co/d/dRgzqgB  🎉 Show your support and rock the culture! Check out the official Cultural Curriculum Chat™ merch — from cozy beanies to statement mugs that celebrate community, curiosity, and inclusive storytelling. Grab your favorite pieces and rep the movement! ➤ https://jebehedmunds.com/merch-shop/ 👉 Every purchase helps support the podcast and our mission to amplify diverse voices. Follow our Blog Enroll In Our Mini Courses Enroll In My Digital Course: How To ...

    26 min
  5. Jun 5

    Season 9 Episode #7 Brain Science, Human Systems, and Helping People Reach Their Potential with Lisa Riegel

    Send us Fan Mail In this powerful episode of The Cultural Curriculum Chat Podcast™, Jebeh Edmunds sits down with Lisa Riegel—educator, researcher, author, and expert in brain science and human systems. Together, they explore how understanding the brain can transform leadership, education, and the way we support people in reaching their full potential. This conversation dives into neuroscience, systems thinking, culture, and the connection between human behavior and organizational success. In this episode, you’ll learn: How brain science shapes behavior, motivation, and growthWhy systems—not just individuals—determine successWhat happens when people feel disconnected or unsupportedPractical ways to align environments with how people actually functionIf you want to stay connected with Lisa, you can find her at: 🌐 lisariegel.com Support the show COME SAY Hey!! Instagram: @cultrallyjebeh_ Facebook: @JebehCulturalConsulting Pinterest: @Jebeh Cultural Consulting  LinkedIn: @Jebeh Cultural Consulting Leave a Review on our Podcast! We value your feedback! Buy My Book: The Orange Blossom  https://a.co/d/dRgzqgB  🎉 Show your support and rock the culture! Check out the official Cultural Curriculum Chat™ merch — from cozy beanies to statement mugs that celebrate community, curiosity, and inclusive storytelling. Grab your favorite pieces and rep the movement! ➤ https://jebehedmunds.com/merch-shop/ 👉 Every purchase helps support the podcast and our mission to amplify diverse voices. Follow our Blog Enroll In Our Mini Courses Enroll In My Digital Course: How To ...

    36 min
  6. May 29

    Season 9 Episode #6 Building Bridges Through Storytelling, Sensory-Friendly Spaces, and Strength-Based Joy with Thomas Wilson

    Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Cultural Curriculum Chat, host Jebeh Edmunds sits down with Thomas R. Wilson — educator, writer, consultant, and purpose-driven event specialist — for a deeply human conversation about empathy, healing, and the transformative power of storytelling. Thomas shares how growing up in the neurodivergent and mental health communities during the 90s and early 2000s shaped his mission to create compassionate, person-first spaces where everyone — regardless of background, belief, or lived experience — belongs. From the role of healthy escapism and Dungeons & Dragons in community healing, to what a genuine apology actually sounds like, Thomas offers practical wisdom grounded in lived experience. Together, Jebeh and Thomas explore what it means to derive purpose from pain, why mindful learning must center the whole child, and how empathic storytelling can dismantle shame and build bridges across difference. In this episode, you'll hear: Why empathy was missing from mainstream culture in the 90s and why it matters more than ever now.What a "person-first mindset" looks like in practice for educators, caregivers, and community leaders.The difference between performative sympathy and collaborative empathy.How storytelling and play create safe spaces for processing pain and building connection.What Thomas would say to anyone who feels like their story doesn't matter. Support the show COME SAY Hey!! Instagram: @cultrallyjebeh_ Facebook: @JebehCulturalConsulting Pinterest: @Jebeh Cultural Consulting  LinkedIn: @Jebeh Cultural Consulting Leave a Review on our Podcast! We value your feedback! Buy My Book: The Orange Blossom  https://a.co/d/dRgzqgB  🎉 Show your support and rock the culture! Check out the official Cultural Curriculum Chat™ merch — from cozy beanies to statement mugs that celebrate community, curiosity, and inclusive storytelling. Grab your favorite pieces and rep the movement! ➤ https://jebehedmunds.com/merch-shop/ 👉 Every purchase helps support the podcast and our mission to amplify diverse voices. Follow our Blog Enroll In Our Mini Courses Enroll In My Digital Course: How To ...

    35 min
  7. May 22

    Season 9 Episode #5 Building a World Where Everyone Can Thrive with Daniel Hodges

    Send us Fan Mail In this powerful episode of The Cultural Curriculum Chat Podcast™, host Jebeh Edmunds sits down with Daniel Hodges, President and Co-Founder of the Peaces of Me Foundation, to discuss disability advocacy, resilience, and building truly inclusive organizations. Born blind and living with multiple disabilities, Daniel was once told he would never become a fully functioning adult. In fact, systemic failures in education caused him to miss grades 7–11 entirely. Yet today, Daniel holds a Juris Doctorate and a Master’s in Healthcare Administration, and leads a nonprofit dedicated to breaking stigma surrounding disabilities. In this conversation, Daniel shares: • His journey overcoming adversity • The importance of accessibility and authentic inclusion • Why organizations should focus on calling people in rather than calling them out • Simple ways workplaces and communities can become more inclusive • How turning pain into purpose can change lives This episode is a reminder that inclusion is not charity — it is justice. Learn more about Daniel’s work: https://www.peacesofme.org Support the show COME SAY Hey!! Instagram: @cultrallyjebeh_ Facebook: @JebehCulturalConsulting Pinterest: @Jebeh Cultural Consulting  LinkedIn: @Jebeh Cultural Consulting Leave a Review on our Podcast! We value your feedback! Buy My Book: The Orange Blossom  https://a.co/d/dRgzqgB  🎉 Show your support and rock the culture! Check out the official Cultural Curriculum Chat™ merch — from cozy beanies to statement mugs that celebrate community, curiosity, and inclusive storytelling. Grab your favorite pieces and rep the movement! ➤ https://jebehedmunds.com/merch-shop/ 👉 Every purchase helps support the podcast and our mission to amplify diverse voices. Follow our Blog Enroll In Our Mini Courses Enroll In My Digital Course: How To ...

    31 min
  8. May 15

    Season 9 Episode #4 Teachers—Are You Mispronouncing Student Names?

    Send us Fan Mail Teachers—are you mispronouncing student names? In this episode of The Cultural Curriculum Chat Podcast™, Jebeh Edmunds explores why pronouncing student names correctly is one of the most powerful (and overlooked) ways to build trust, affirm identity, and create inclusive classrooms. With 18 years of classroom experience, Jebeh shares a simple, actionable 3-step strategy you can implement immediately—plus what to do when you get it wrong and how to repair trust in real time. This episode is a must-listen for educators committed to creating spaces where every student feels seen, respected, and valued. In this episode, you’ll learn: Why names are deeply connected to identity and belonging A 3-step strategy to get student names right How to respond when you mispronounce a name Practical ways to build trust starting tomorrow Ready to go deeper? Explore culturally responsive lesson plans and courses at: JebehEdmunds.com Watch the YouTube Video Here: https://youtu.be/4nlU-D3G8PE?si=boojZ0BWWUjtiE-G Support the show COME SAY Hey!! Instagram: @cultrallyjebeh_ Facebook: @JebehCulturalConsulting Pinterest: @Jebeh Cultural Consulting  LinkedIn: @Jebeh Cultural Consulting Leave a Review on our Podcast! We value your feedback! Buy My Book: The Orange Blossom  https://a.co/d/dRgzqgB  🎉 Show your support and rock the culture! Check out the official Cultural Curriculum Chat™ merch — from cozy beanies to statement mugs that celebrate community, curiosity, and inclusive storytelling. Grab your favorite pieces and rep the movement! ➤ https://jebehedmunds.com/merch-shop/ 👉 Every purchase helps support the podcast and our mission to amplify diverse voices. Follow our Blog Enroll In Our Mini Courses Enroll In My Digital Course: How To ...

    16 min
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Welcome to the Cultural Curriculum Chat™ Podcast — where culture meets curriculum, and conversations spark real change. Hosted by author, educator, DEI consultant, and cultural storyteller Jebeh Edmunds, this show is your weekly guide to creating inclusive spaces where every voice is seen, valued, and celebrated. Whether you're an educator, leader, DEI practitioner, or a lifelong learner committed to equity, you’ll find empowering dialogue here. We dive into multicultural education, workplace inclusion, global perspectives, and the stories behind the people shaping our communities. Expect honest conversations, practical tools you can use right away, and uplifting storytelling rooted in authenticity and lived experience. From classroom strategies to courageous workplace conversations — from cultural history to creative pedagogy — each episode is crafted to inform, inspire, and ignite action.  Listen in to learn how to: Build culturally affirming learning + work environmentsLead with empathy, equity, and intercultural competenceIntegrate diverse voices and global narratives with confidenceExpand your cultural lens through story, conversation, and curiosityTogether, we’re cultivating a world where inclusion isn’t an initiative — it’s a lifestyle. Subscribe, share, and stay connected as we continue fostering transformative learning, one courageous conversation at a time. Welcome to the Cultural Curriculum Chat™ — where culture lives, learning grows, and equity leads.

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