D.O.P.E. Conversations

Bequita Pegram, Ph.D.
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Presenting digital scholarship that breaks down topics in academia and black neighborhoods impacted by race, equality, and equity by bringing guests on the show to help provide valuable and empowering research and solutions. This show is a bridge between academia and the grassroots level to influence change on these topics.

  1. Love is Still Winning

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    Love is Still Winning

    🎙️ Episode 12: Love Is Still Winning with Dr. Fabienne DoucetIn this soul-stirring episode of D.O.P.E. Conversations, we are joined by scholar, advocate, and visionary Dr. Fabienne Doucet for a powerful reflection on the enduring power of love as a force for justice, transformation, and healing. Dr. Doucet shares how love—radical, intentional, and collective—continues to guide her work in education, equity, and community engagement. Together, we explore what it means to lead with heart in spaces that often reward detachment, and why love remains one of the most revolutionary tools we have in the face of injustice. 💛 This episode is a reminder that despite it all, love is still winning—and we’re all part of the story.

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  2. Mental Health For Beginners

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    Mental Health For Beginners

    🎙️ Episode 11: Mental Health for Beginners with Kindall C. TysonIn this accessible and empowering episode of D.O.P.E. Conversations, licensed therapist and wellness advocate Kindall C. Tyson returns to guide us through the basics of mental health and emotional well-being—especially for those just beginning their healing journey. Kindall breaks down key concepts around therapy, self-awareness, trauma, and coping in ways that are real, relatable, and rooted in compassion. Whether you’re navigating stress, seeking support, or simply curious about what mental health really means, this episode is a judgment-free starting point for understanding yourself more deeply. 🧠 Because taking care of your mind is not a luxury—it’s liberation.

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  3. A Forgotten Migration

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    A Forgotten Migration

    🎙️ Episode 10: A Forgotten Migration — Black Women and the Great Migration with Dr. Crystal SandersIn this illuminating episode of D.O.P.E. Conversations, we’re joined by acclaimed historian Dr. Crystal Sanders to center a vital—but often overlooked—narrative: the role of Black women in the Great Migration. While history often frames the migration story around labor and male mobility, Dr. Sanders highlights the ways Black women shaped this movement as caregivers, wage earners, and cultural architects. From leaving the South in search of safety and opportunity to building networks of support in northern cities, Black women were at the heart of transforming Black life in America. 🚂 This episode reclaims the stories of those whose courage reshaped families, communities, and the future—one journey at a time.

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  4. The Revolution Was Televised… Now What?

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    The Revolution Was Televised… Now What?

    🎙️ Episode 9: The Revolution Was Televised… Now What? with Brad Franklin In this culture-rich episode of D.O.P.E. Conversations, we’re joined by creative strategist and cultural critic Brad Franklin to unpack the layers of performance, protest, and posturing in Black popular culture—through the lens of Kendrick Lamar’s Super Bowl halftime performance and beyond. Brad helps us explore the complicated relationship between visibility and liberation: What happens when revolutionary imagery hits the big stage? Does mainstream recognition water down the message—or amplify it? We dive deep into the tension between art and activism, capitalism and culture, symbolism and substance. 📺 From “The Revolution Will Not Be Televised” to “Alright” on primetime TV, this conversation asks: Now that they see us, what do we do next?

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  5. Dignity in a Pack

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    Dignity in a Pack

    🎙️ Episode 8: Dignity in Every Pack — Edith Bellizaire & Jane’s Special Packs In this inspiring episode of D.O.P.E. Conversations, we’re joined by Edith Bellizaire, founder of Jane’s Special Packs, a Houston-based nonprofit committed to menstrual equity and dignity for all. Edith shares the story behind Jane’s Special Packs, which collects, purchases, and donates menstrual care supplies to public schools, shelters, and food pantries across the Houston area. What began as a deeply personal mission has grown into a community-driven effort to ensure that no one has to face period poverty alone. 🩸 This episode challenges stigma, centers compassion, and uplifts the power of grassroots solutions to systemic issues. 📦 Learn more or support the mission at janesspecialpacks.org #DOPEConversations #PeriodEquity #MenstrualJustice #CommunityCare #JanesSpecialPacks

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  6. Dear PhD Student

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    Dear PhD Student

    🎙️ Episode 7: "Dear PhD Student" with Dr. Denae Muhammad In this affirming and transparent episode of D.O.P.E. Conversations, scholar and mentor Dr. Denae Muhammad shares wisdom, warnings, and words of encouragement in a heartfelt message to current and aspiring PhD students. Through the lens of her doctoral journey, Dr. Muhammad opens up about navigating academia as a Black woman, managing imposter syndrome, protecting your peace, and building a scholarly identity rooted in authenticity and purpose. 🎓 Whether you're in the thick of dissertation writing or just thinking about applying, this episode is a love letter to the grind, the growth, and the grit it takes to thrive in the ivory tower.

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  7. HBCUs Shelter in a Time of Storm

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    HBCUs Shelter in a Time of Storm

    🎙️ Episode 6: A Shelter in the Time of Storms with Dr. Jelani M. Favors In this deeply resonant episode of D.O.P.E. Conversations, award-winning historian and author Dr. Jelani M. Favors joins us to explore the powerful role of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) as sanctuaries for Black thought, activism, and democratic practice. Drawing from his acclaimed work "Shelter in a Time of Storm", Dr. Favors examines how HBCUs have served as incubators for leadership, community building, and political resistance—especially during the most turbulent moments in American history. Together, we discuss the intersections of education, community, and democracy within the Black experience and why HBCUs remain vital to the ongoing fight for justice and equity. 🏛️ A must-listen for anyone who believes in the transformative power of Black institutions.

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  8. Resistance is a Women Thing

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    Resistance is a Women Thing

    🎙️ Episode 5: Black Women & Resistance with Dr. Kellie Carter Jackson In this powerful episode of D.O.P.E. Conversations, historian, author, and thought leader Dr. Kellie Carter Jackson joins us to unpack the rich legacy of Black women and resistance—from rebellion and protest to scholarship and storytelling. Dr. Jackson explores how Black women have long been at the forefront of movements for justice, often using intellect, creativity, and courage to disrupt oppressive systems. We discuss historical and contemporary forms of resistance, the role of rage as a political force, and how Black women continue to shape liberation movements across generations. ✊🏾 This episode is a tribute to the brilliance, boldness, and boundless impact of Black women who fight—and write—for freedom.

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Presenting digital scholarship that breaks down topics in academia and black neighborhoods impacted by race, equality, and equity by bringing guests on the show to help provide valuable and empowering research and solutions. This show is a bridge between academia and the grassroots level to influence change on these topics.

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    Bequita Pegram, Ph.D.
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