Raising Joyful and Resilient Black Children
Dr. Sheretta Butler-Barnes & Dr. Valerie N. Adams-Bass
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As a parent raising Black children, do you ever wish there was a trusted space that understood the unique challenges and joys of raising Black children and that affirmed Black children? Well, we’re here for you.We’re Dr. Valerie Adams-Bass and Dr. Sheretta Butler-Barnes, developmental psychologists, moms and professors.In each episode, we’ll speak with experts and parents to explore what it means to raise healthy and thriving Black children, bridge conversations from parenting to child wellbeing and social justice, and provide resources and tools for parents connected to research that matters to us/our community. Our goal is to empower you as a parent with love, joy, and knowledge and letyou know that we see you.
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BEBASHI: A Beacon of Hope for Community Wellness
In this episode of Raising Joyful and Resilient Black Children, Dr. Valerie Adams-Bass speaks with Ore Bailey from BEBASHI-Black Educating Blacks About Sexual Health Issues, an organization dedicated…
S3E5 Desiree Tucker on Cultivating Community, Culture, and Health
In this episode of Raising Joyful and Resilient Black Children, co-hosts Dr. Sharita Butler-Barnes and Dr. Valerie Adams-Bass sit down with Desiree Tucker, a dynamic community leader and founder of…
S3E4 Empowering Black Fathers Through Community and Storytelling
In this episode of Raising Joyful and Resilient Black Children, hosts Drs. Valerie Adams-Bass and Sheretta Butler-Barnes welcome Brad Edwards, Director of Community Engagement & Program Strategy…
S3E3 Carceral Apartheid with Dr. Brittany Friedman
In this episode, Dr. Brittany Friedman—sociologist and author of the book Carceral Apartheid: How Lies and White Supremacists Run Our Prisons—joins hosts Dr. Valerie Adams-Bass and Dr. Sheretta…
S3E2 Rooted in Wellness with Tasha Manigo-Bizzell
In this powerful and heartfelt conversation, hosts Dr. Valerie Adams-Bass and Dr. Sheretta Butler-Barnes are joined by licensed dietitian nutritionist Tasha Manigo-Bizzell to explore Black families'…
S3E1 Library Dads: Bonding Through Books
In this powerful episode, Dr. Valerie Adams-Bass and Dr. Sheretta Butler-Barnes are joined by Khari Arnold, founder of Library Dads, a growing fatherhood and literacy movement rooted in community,…
Season 2 Finale: Celebrating Growth and Resilience in Raising Joyful Black Children
In this episode of the Raising Joyful and Resilient Black Children Podcast, hosts Dr. Valerie Adams-Bass and Dr. Sheretta Butler-Barnes celebrate the culmination of Season Two by reflecting on the…
Building Resilience: Supporting Black Youth in the Face of Microaggressions
Welcome to today's episode, where we're delving into a topic that hits close to home for many of us the experiences of Black children in our educational systems.Hosts Dr. Valerie Adams-Bass…
Black Fatherhood: A Conversation with Dr. Alvin Thomas
This episode of "Raising Joyful and Resilient Black Children" delves into the importance of celebrating and strengthening Black fatherhood, featuring insights from Dr. Alvin Thomas and his work with…
Art, Activism, and Advocacy: A Conversation with Michelle Browder
In this episode, we're joined by special guest Michelle Browder, the founder of I AM MORE THAN... Youth Empowerment Initiative in Montgomery, Alabama, and the artist behind the remarkable "The…
Kristin Henning: Transforming Juvenile Justice
Welcome to another empowering episode of "Raising Joyful and Resilient Black Children." In this episode, Dr. Sheretta Butler Barnes and her esteemed guest co-host, Nicole Peltier Lewis, have a…
Replay: "Making Black Girls Count in Math Education " with Dr. Nicole M. Joseph"
Enjoy this replay of our interview with Dr. Nicole M. Joseph from Season 5. Dr. Joseph is an assistant professor of mathematics at Vanderbilt University, and she is the author of the book called…
The Rubber Band Mentality: Helping Kids Address Mental Health
On today's episode, we're joined by Takari Tatum and his grandmother, Gwendolyn, to discuss The Rubber Band Mentality. Takari explains how he conceptualized using rubber band bracelets to address…
A Live Interview with Ciera Burch, Author of 'Finch House'
On this special episode, we feature a live event interview with Ciera Burch, the author of the new middle-grade novel Finch House. The interview was recorded at the Frederick County Public…
Exploring 'Kin: Rooted in Hope' - A Journey with Carole Boston Weatherford and Jeffery Weatherford
Books can serve as a powerful tool in raising children who are aware of their history and joyful, resilient, and deeply connected to their heritage. On todays episode, we explore the powerful…
Reflections and Hopes
In this special episode, hosts Dr. Valerie Adams-Bass and Dr. Sheretta Butler-Barnes reflect on the first season of their podcast and share their hopes for the future. They delve into impactful…
When Magic Happens
Today, were sharing an episode of When Magic Happens, a new podcast from WBEZ Chicago, where intergenerational convos of love and laughter collide.In this episode, were discussing Black maternal…
EmpowHering Black & Brown Girls and Parents: A Conversation with Dawn L. Brown
Join us for an inspiring conversation with Dawn L. Brown, the CEO and President of EmpowHer Institute. Dawn shares the impactful work her organization is doing for Black and Brown girls and their…
Parent Joy Circle: Black Motherhood and Vulnerability
Today on the show, were exploring Vulnerability and Black Motherhood with our Parenting Joy Circle, AKA Queen Mamas. Were joined by Dr. Kia Tisdale, Antoinette Revet, and Charm Der.In today's…
Promoting Black Mental Wellness for Teens: Insights from Dr. Danielle Busby
In this podcast episode, the focus is on Black Mental Wellness & Teens: Promoting Accessible Mental Health Resources. Dr. Danielle Busby, licensed clinical psychologist and co-founder of Black…
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