In The Classroom w/Ms. Shalanda

In The Classroom w/Ms. Shalanda

An exploration of history through soul-encompassing sounds, heartfelt poetry, and prose, candid conversations with artists, and other special guests.

Episodes

  1. 03/26/2022

    Hairstory; Black Hair in 4 Parts- Pt. 1

    Hey listeners!  Thanks for tuning in!   On Friday, March 18, 2022, the U.S. House of Representatives passed the CROWN Act.  It's been in the news, all over social media, and numerous articles have been written about it. In this episode, we will explore what the CROWN Act is, who created it, why we even care, and of course, a little "hairstory" to tie it all together.  This is a four-part series so be sure to tune in every Friday.  Time to excavate! Episode 2 produced by Zaysims A part of Who I Am Celebrating Me Funded in part by RACC, BUFOR, and MMT References for this episode include: Happy to Be Nappy by Bell Hooks Good and Bad Hair from Spike Lee's Skool Daze The Crown Act; U.S. House of Representatives and PBS News Hour The Crown We Never Take Off: A History of Black Hair Through The Ages by Quani Burnett "A wrestler was forced to cut his dreadlocks before a match." Washington Post James Baldwin's quote; "Our crowns have already been bought and paid for.  All we have to do is wear it." Cover Art by  Simshot Photography

  2. 11/10/2020

    In The Classroom w/Ms. Shalanda

    Listen to a brief preview for what is to come.

    In The Classroom w/Ms. Shalanda
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An exploration of history through soul-encompassing sounds, heartfelt poetry, and prose, candid conversations with artists, and other special guests.

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  • Creator
    In The Classroom w/Ms. Shalanda
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2022
  • Episodes
    2
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © In The Classroom w/Ms. Shalanda
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    In The Classroom w/Ms. Shalanda