Best Dr. Asia Lyons Podcasts (2024)

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(Re)defining Me with Langston Jacobs 59:11

4h ago59:11

59:11

In this episode of The Exit Interview, Dr. Asia hosts Langston Jacobs, a Black male educator who shares his journey and the challenges he faced as a dean of culture in a charter school. Langston discusses his strategies for creating a supportive school environment, the impact of his role on his own mental and physical health, and the significant ef…

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Healing From Racial Fatigue with Jason Shankle 45:25

5h ago45:25

45:25

In this episode of 'The Exit Interview,' host Dr. Asia Lyons talks with therapist and researcher Jason Shankle about the importance of creating sacred spaces and emotional boundaries, particularly for Black educators facing racial battle fatigue. Jason shares his journey in education and psychology, and offers practical strategies for coping with r…

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Episode 49: Redefining Education and Black Excellence with Asha von Liebtag 57:59

14d ago57:59

57:59

In this episode, Dr. Asia Lyons hosts Asha von Liebtug, an inspiring educator from New Jersey, who shares her journey from student to teacher and beyond. Asha delves into the impact of her grandmother's influence, her teaching experiences in various educational settings, and her passion for curriculum development. She emphasizes the importance of c…

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Episode 48: Saying Yes Despite the Odds with Dr. Adrienne Smith 57:02

2M ago57:02

57:02

In this episode of 'The Exit Interview' podcast, hosted by Dr. Asia Lyons, Dr. Adrienne Smith shares her compelling journey as a Black educator. From humble beginnings working in fast food to overcoming hurdles in her pursuit of higher education, Dr. Smith details her experiences teaching in diverse environments, including Alaska. She highlights th…

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Episode 47: Changing The Way We Perceive Early Childhood Educators with Brittney Carey 51:48

2M ago51:48

51:48

In this episode of 'The Exit Interview,' hosts Dr. Asia Lyons delves into the often-overlooked aspects of early childhood education with guest Brittney Carey. We discuss the crucial role of early education, the challenges Black educators face in ECE, and the systemic issues that affect the retention of dedicated teachers in this field. Brittney sha…

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Episode 46: Our Black Educators and Students Deserve Better with Vanity Jenkins 42:53

2M ago42:53

42:53

In this episode of 'The Exit Interview,' I sit down with Vanity Jenkins, a dedicated educator and advocate for culturally relevant pedagogy. We dive into Vanity's journey from sports management to education, her experiences teaching in the Mississippi Delta, the challenges Black educators face, and the importance of historical context and systemic …

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Episode 45: Restoring My Identity As An Educator Through Afrofuturism with Sherinda Bryant 1:10:43

2M ago1:10:43

1:10:43

In this episode, of the Exit Interview, host Dr. Asia Lyons speaks with Sherinda Bryant, a former educator, about her journey and experiences in the field and love for Afrofuturism. They delve into the challenges faced by Black educators, the need for supporting Black students, and the creation of Bryant's Afrofuturism Discovery Academy. The conver…

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Episode 44: Black Educators Organizing Against Anti-Blackness with Jalisa Evans 48:53

3M ago48:53

48:53

This episode of The Exit Interview: A Podcast for Black Educators takes a deep dive into the rarely discussed aspect of educator retention, specifically focusing on the Black educators who leave traditional education spaces. Featuring Jalisa Evans, a former teacher turned advocate, this powerful discussion uncovers the challenges, systemic issues, …

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Episode 43: For the Love of Black Women with Stacey Taylor-Brandon 37:19

4M ago37:19

37:19

In celebration of Mental Health Month, Stacey Taylor-Brandon is back on The Exit Interview to talk about how her work supporting mature Black women was birthed out of her own desire to heal from the racism-related stress and racial battle fatigue she experienced as administrator and social worker in a Denver Area School District. Listen as she disc…

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Episode 42: Revolutionizing Education for Our Children with Benita Gordon 1:00:04

3M ago1:00:04

1:00:04

Join us in this insightful episode of 'The Exit Interview' as we welcome Benita Gordon, a passionate educational advocate. In a candid discussion with Dr. Asia, Benita shares her journey from considering a career outside of education to embracing her calling as a teacher influenced by her family's legacy in teaching and the transformational impact …

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Episode 41: Saying No To Imposter Syndrome with Brittany Dawson 44:47

4M ago44:47

44:47

In this episode, Dr. Asia Lyons interviews Brittany Dawson, discussing the pivotal moments that led Brittany from the classroom to becoming a leadership coach. They explore the challenges faced by Black educators, the emotional and financial hurdles in the teaching profession, and the transformative decision to leave traditional teaching roles. Bri…

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Episode 40: The Power of Community with Elia Martin 29:18

5M ago29:18

29:18

In this inspiring episode of The Exit Interview, we have the privilege of hearing from Elia Martin, a former educator and social worker turned grant manager, who shares her transformative journey through education, social work, and beyond. Elia's story takes us from her initial dreams of becoming a dentist to finding her true calling in supporting …

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Episode 39: Solo Sabbatical: Battling Burnout, Finding Renewal with Jailyn Jenkins 42:17

5M ago42:17

42:17

This episode of The Exit Interview features a deep dive into the experiences and insights of Jailyn Jenkins, a former STEM educator who transitioned into a role supporting Black educators after facing burnout. Jailyn shares her personal journey, highlighting the significance of mental health, the critical need for authentic recruitment and retentio…

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Episode 38: Educator to Education Consultant with Dr. Cletis Allen 40:40

6M ago40:40

40:40

In this episode of The Exit Interview, Dr. Asia Lyons and special guest Dr. Cletis Allen delve into the educational journey of black educators. Dr. Allen, an advocate for culturally responsive literacy instruction and a curriculum development specialist, shares her transition from a classroom teacher to a consultant. Discussing the importance of te…

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Episode 37: Elementary Education Evolved with Yasha Chapman 36:04

6M ago36:04

36:04

In this episode, of the Exit Interview: A Podcast for Black Educators Yasha Chapman, an accomplished Black educator and CEO of Elementary Education Evolved, shares her experiences and insights about the challenges faced by Black educators and the importance of retaining them in the field of teaching. Yasha discusses her journey in education, from i…

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Episode 36: Special Episode: Episode 141 :The Exit Interview Podcast 37:16

6M ago37:16

37:16

In this weeks compelling episode, we speak with Dr. Asia Lyons, CEO of Lyons Educational Consulting, co-facilitator of the Black Educator Wellness Cohort, and co-host of The Exit Interview Podcast. With experiences spanning Detroit to Denver, Dr. Lyons shares her journey, from attending a gifted high school and navigating failure in college, to she…

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Episode 35: Teaching Internationally While Black with Brittni Black with Brittni Joy 54:00

7M ago54:00

54:00

After teaching in Atlanta's public schools Brittni had to make a choice, quit teaching or try her hand at teaching in the Middle East. Take a listen as she shares her experience as an educator both here and abroad, what she feels would improve schools in the United States and what she is up to now that she is back state side.…

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Episode 34: Supporting Black Women Educators with Deidra Fogarty 54:03

8M ago54:03

54:03

In this episode of The Exit Interview, Kev and Dr. Asia sit down with Deidra Fogarty founder of Black Girls Teach an organization that offers Black women educators a supportive environment to openly grow, collaborate, and unite as they demand change in education. Take a listen as she talks about her transition out of education, strategies she feels…

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Episode 33: Healing Starts with Mindset with Michelle Emmanuelle 51:08

10M ago51:08

51:08

Michelle Emmanuelle is a former private school educator turned wellness educator, consultant, and professional speaker. In her episode, she discusses the ways she navigated pressures from administrators and students. Michelle also provides our audience with healing practices that they can begin anywhere and in any situation.…

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Episode 32: Hope for Our Education System with Lacey Robinson 55:24

10M ago55:24

55:24

In this episode, we are joined by Lacey Robinson, the president and CEO of UnboundEd and the chair of the Board of CORE Learning. As CEO, Robinson sets the organizations vision for transforming instruction for students at the margins. She is a former teacher, principal, and professional development specialist who has focused on literacy, equity, an…

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Episode 31: Advocating for Black Families with Ronda Haynes-Belen 41:40

11M ago41:40

41:40

We're back for another episode! In this edition, we have a conversation with Ronda Haynes-Belen, a former family liaison who played a vital role in connecting families with essential resources within a school district in the Denver area. Tune in as she opens up about her encounters with instances of anti-Black sentiment within her department, her c…

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Episode 30: Protecting and Supporting Black Children with Mia Street 55:25

11M ago55:25

55:25

In this episode, Mia Street shares her story of working hard to protect Black children while creating her own peace within her community. Listen as Mia explores anti-blackness in the schools she supported as well as ways that she advocated for herself and the children in her care.By Dr. Asia Lyons

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Episode 29: Mind-Body Wellness Practices with Dr. Siobhan Flowers 43:38

12M ago43:38

43:38

In this episode of the Exit Interview: A Podcast for Black Educators, we continue discussing what it means to heal from racial battle fatigue in the workplace. Listen as Dr. Flowers shares her classroom experiences and how she supports the healing of Black educators.By Dr. Asia Lyons

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Episode 28: Supporting Black and Brown Male Educators with Dr. Dedrick Sims 50:03

12M ago50:03

50:03

In our first live tapping, Kevin and Dr. Asia sit down with Dr. Dedrick Sims of the Sims-Fayola Foundation to talk about the importance of retention and recruitment of Black and Brown male educators, his own education story, and what it means to heal while doing the work of educating our youth.By Dr. Asia Lyons

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Episode 27: Kev's Ideas on Retaining Black Educators 14:01

1y ago14:01

14:01

This will be Kevin's first year as an assistant principal in the Denver area! In this episode, he briefly talks about his ideas on how school districts can retain Black educators based on his experiences in the classroom.By Dr. Asia Lyons

Podcasts Worth a Listen

Dr. Asia Lyons Podcasts

Podcasts Worth a Listen

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The Exit Interview: A Podcast for Black Educators

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(Re)defining Me with Langston Jacobs 59:11

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Healing From Racial Fatigue with Jason Shankle 45:25

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Episode 49: Redefining Education and Black Excellence with Asha von Liebtag 57:59

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Episode 48: Saying Yes Despite the Odds with Dr. Adrienne Smith 57:02

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Episode 47: Changing The Way We Perceive Early Childhood Educators with Brittney Carey 51:48

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Episode 46: Our Black Educators and Students Deserve Better with Vanity Jenkins 42:53

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Episode 45: Restoring My Identity As An Educator Through Afrofuturism with Sherinda Bryant 1:10:43

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Episode 44: Black Educators Organizing Against Anti-Blackness with Jalisa Evans 48:53

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Episode 43: For the Love of Black Women with Stacey Taylor-Brandon 37:19

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Episode 42: Revolutionizing Education for Our Children with Benita Gordon 1:00:04

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Episode 41: Saying No To Imposter Syndrome with Brittany Dawson 44:47

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Episode 40: The Power of Community with Elia Martin 29:18

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Episode 39: Solo Sabbatical: Battling Burnout, Finding Renewal with Jailyn Jenkins 42:17

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Episode 38: Educator to Education Consultant with Dr. Cletis Allen 40:40

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Episode 37: Elementary Education Evolved with Yasha Chapman 36:04

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Episode 36: Special Episode: Episode 141 :The Exit Interview Podcast 37:16

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Episode 35: Teaching Internationally While Black with Brittni Black with Brittni Joy 54:00

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Episode 34: Supporting Black Women Educators with Deidra Fogarty 54:03

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Episode 33: Healing Starts with Mindset with Michelle Emmanuelle 51:08

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Episode 32: Hope for Our Education System with Lacey Robinson 55:24

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Episode 31: Advocating for Black Families with Ronda Haynes-Belen 41:40

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Episode 30: Protecting and Supporting Black Children with Mia Street 55:25

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Episode 29: Mind-Body Wellness Practices with Dr. Siobhan Flowers 43:38

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Episode 28: Supporting Black and Brown Male Educators with Dr. Dedrick Sims 50:03

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Episode 27: Kev's Ideas on Retaining Black Educators 14:01

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