Welcome to The Resistance: An Underground Educators Podcast In this very first episode of The Resistance—formerly known as the Black on Black Education podcast—I’m telling the full story. The real one. The one I’ve only hinted at before. This rebrand isn’t just about changing a name. It’s about standing 10 toes down in what I believe: educators deserve better, and our kids deserve freedom, joy, and justice in their classrooms right now.
In this episode, I’m opening up about:
Why I rebranded the podcast and what it means to be a part of The Resistance
Getting fired—and how that experience revealed just how toxic school cultures can be
What it feels like to be perceived as "disruptive" simply for doing what’s right for kids
The moment I realized I was starting to mimic the harm I was fighting against
How I realigned through reflection, rest, and radical honesty
The three promises I made to myself this school year: let go of what I can’t control, have more fun, and take care of myself
This isn’t just my story. It’s the story of so many of us who’ve been told to sit down, stay quiet, or follow the rules in systems that were never built for us—or for the young people we serve. If you’ve ever cried in your car after work, felt silenced, or been penalized for telling the truth while still teaching your students to use their voices—this episode is for you.
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Reflection Prompts:
When have you been penalized for telling the truth?
Have you cried in your car after work? What led to that moment—and what was your role?
What boundaries do you need to set to protect your peace and purpose?
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