We've discussed at length that the Time Is Now to reimagine the Education space. We spoke with someone who is taking action to do just that.Beau, Founder & CEO of @solcademy, has created a Simple Online Learning platform that champions teacher

Hot Takes on Hot Topics in Education

Jan 29th, 2021 36m 57s

Racism, Inequities, and the villains against Racial Equality don't rest, so neither could we. Time for some Good Trouble once again.There are so many Hot Topics on the Educational Justice landscape that we couldn't choose just one to discuss,

Kwanzaa - A New Tradition?

Dec 19th, 2020 52m 6s

In the spirit of Reimagining - Shouldn't Kwanzaa become an integral part of our Yearly Traditions and Winter Celebrations?⁠JOIN 2BE as we uplift the history of how Kwanzaa was created, how the celebration became mainstream, and why Black Ameri

Pandemic Check In

Dec 3rd, 2020 36m 22s

This pandemic may be lonesome, but you are not alone. A perspective pivot that we truly hope carries on is the importance of making time to check in with friends, family, and ourselves. So today as we approach the halfway point of the season, w

Covid Care Package

Nov 19th, 2020 1h 12m

We know you're worn out by COVID-19...So are we. That's why we brought on Dr. Yasmene Mumby (@yasmene_ on IG) a yoga instructor, practitioner of meditation, and a former teacher. She's authored a piece called 'Ahimsa: The audiomemoir on yoga, w

The Election in the Room

Nov 5th, 2020 1h 22m

It seems like we are all in a space where we all want to stop talking about the election while seemingly, paradoxically, that being the only thing on or minds. In order to be present, 2BE is talking about the elephant, in the room: THE ELECTION

Black Biz is Brewing

Oct 22nd, 2020 58m 40s

2BE Podcast is celebrating Black Business! You may have heard us use the term #Edutrepreneur and our guest this week is just that! Teacher and Brewer Kevin Merritt joins us from Crue Brew brewery in Raynham, Massachusetts to talk about the int

Great 2BE Back

Oct 9th, 2020 45m 36s

2BE is back! We are so excited to begin Season 2 talking about all things new, including our frame of mind! Join us we talk about our Perspective PivotOriginally aired on October 8th, 2020.We'd greatly appreciate it if you left us a 5-star

Reopening Schools: Questions That Need to be Answered

Jul 23rd, 2020 56m 42s

Some schools have already made the decision on whether or not they will be returning to school. However, Boston Public Schools, like many other school districts, is still waiting for the news to drop. Tonight on the last episode of the season,

Seeking Employment: Get Noticed, Then Get Hired

Jul 17th, 2020 1h 14m

Businesses are reopening and people are looking for employment. But when these millions of people begin looking for jobs in this overly saturated market their resumes will be pages of a book the employer is simply skimming through.HOW DO YOU M

On the Front Lines: COVID Response from a Nursing Perspective

Jul 10th, 2020 1h 2m

COVID-19 has shut the doors on so many industries, redefined the word "essential," and reshaped how we determine who exactly are essential workers. When we think of the fields requiring "essential workers" our top three are: grocery and food se

Elevating Voices: Organizing Marches, Rallies & Protest

Jul 6th, 2020 1h 10m

Have you ever attended a March/Rally/Protest and said, "This is powerful - Who organized this?"We asked the same question. So we decided to talk to a couple of leaders who have asked that same question of themselves, and provided an answer.

Demilitarize Our Schools: STUDENTS, NOT SUSPECTS

Jul 5th, 2020 1h 6m

On this episode we discuss the presence of police in schools. Why are they there? Do they need to be? Is it justified?This conversation is concurrent with a national cry to #DefundThePolice and unpacking the need for police in schools is an i

Our Liberation: A Discussion for Continuing Our Progress Towards Freedom

Jun 19th, 2020 1h 5m

Some might say it is time for Cel-Liberation! Since Juneteeth (short for June 19th) in 1865, we have continued the ongoing pursuit for freedom. Although we celebrate, we know there's a ways to go until we are truly free, physically and mentall

Part II: Educator's Roles in Combatting Racism

Jun 19th, 2020 1h 29m

The people requested it, so we ran it back for a Part II of our conversation with extraordinary educator Janaya Little (@Melanatedvisionary). IN this episode we discussed how educators can combat racism throughout the school, by starting with t

Call to Action: Educator's Roles in Combatting Racism

Jun 5th, 2020 1h 19m

Click play for a passionate, informative & REAL conversation between 2BE and Phenomenal Educator & Podcast Host Janaya Little (@melanatedvisionary) about what educators need to do to combat racism. We share first-hand accounts of experiencing

From Senioritis to Coronavirus: C/o of 2020 Presses On

Jun 1st, 2020 1h

Listen in as we speak with High school and College graduates about how coronavirus affected their educational careers just before they crossed the finish line. Hear their stories, how they are coping, and forging their path ahead!On this epis

Healing Yourself from Within: THERAPY

May 22nd, 2020 1h

May is Mental Health Awareness Month!Join 2BE for a discussion featuring featuring Celeste Atallah-Gutiérrez, Ph.D and Sarauna Moore MSW, LICSW about how to challenge the stigma surrounding therapy, and highlighting solutions around restoring

Quarantine Quandary: Productivity or Peace

May 15th, 2020 58m 17s

Pull up a seat at our virtual table. Let's Talk.On this episode we weighed in on one of the most common quarantine quarrels: Should we be prioritizing PRODUCTIVITY or PEACE during this time? What side are you on? And will your opinion be doi

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BONUS EPISODE: Teacher Appreciation Giveaway & Impactful Teacher Stories

May 15th, 2020 30m 20s

We're in the season of giving - even if it is May and not December! On this episode we announce the winners of our #TeacherAppreciationWeek Giveaway. Plus, we dig into our memory banks to tell a story about a teacher who saw something great i

CHECK YOURSELF: Implicit Bias

May 8th, 2020 1h 4m

A conversation around Implicit Bias feels appropriate at this moment.On this episode we'll define Implicit Bias, discuss it's origin and how it manifest in the workplace and the classroom. We also take time to honor the life of Ahmaud Arbery,

Shining a Light on the Inequities in Public Education: Part I

May 4th, 2020 1h 4m

Quarantine fatigue is REAL! (That doesn't mean we're running back outside without protection though) In regards to public education - Quarantining as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic has only exacerbated the inequities that exist within the p

Mind, Body & Pedagogy: Personal & Professional Development during Quarantine

May 2nd, 2020 58m 54s

Hey this is Ty & Jo' - Shout Out to You for tuning in to hear us talk.This week's episode is all about CONTROL: So we discuss Personal Development...It's been anywhere between 3-6 weeks of Quarantine Life at this point - What's your mental

Clearing the Runway: Providing Access for All Learners

May 2nd, 2020 1h 3m

Hey this is Ty & Jo' - Shout Out to You for tuning in.In this episode we discuss creating access for our marginalized students. Plus, we self-asses; how well do we think we’ve been navigating the needs of our marginalized students?Then. we

Metamorphosis: Taking the Curriculum to the Cloud

May 2nd, 2020 1h 15m

Hey this is Ty & Jo' - Shout Out to You for tuning in to hear us talk.In this episode we discuss the dreaded MCAS test (The statewide standards-based assessment for Massachusetts students).Plus, we answer a few burning questions as educators