The Shattered Reflections Podcast Dr. Samuel Essah-Hienwo

A Vision for the Future

Look forward to the future of education, with a focus on how policy reform can better serve Black male students, ensuring they have the tools to thrive.

Case Studies in Policy Impact

Real-life case studies illustrate how policy changes have positively or negatively affected the academic experiences of Black male students.

Reforming for Retention

This episode dives into the strategies and reforms needed to keep Black male students engaged and enrolled in school through to graduation.

The Equity Equation

What does true educational equity look like, and how can policies be transformed to ensure Black male students have equal opportunities to succeed?

The Policy Paradox

An exploration of how current educational policies impact Black male students, often leaving them at a disadvantage, and what needs to change.

Introduction to Policy paradox

An exploration of how current educational policies impact Black male students, often leaving them at a disadvantage, and what needs to change.
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Session 2 Episode 2 Racial Bias in Academia

Explore the pervasive issue of racial bias within educational systems and its impact on the academic trajectory of Black male students.

Session 2 Episode 3 Institutional Obstacles

A look into the systemic barriers faced by Black male students in schools, from curriculum design to faculty representation.

Session 2 Episode 4 Cultural Capital and Its Role

Learn about the importance of cultural capital and how it influences academic success, emphasizing the strengths and resilience Black male students bring to the classroom.

Season 2 Episode 1 Refining Achievement

This episode challenges conventional definitions of success, focusing on how Black male students can redefine achievement on their own terms, beyond societal expectations and stereotypes.