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The Black educator pipeline isn’t growing the way we hoped—so what do we do now? In this clip, we get real about the numbers. As a former educator in Atlanta and professor at Spelman, Dr. Franita Ware had the same conversations over and over again—waiting for more Black educators to come to Color…
From teacher to mentor, Ms. Jane Walker shaped generations. But her legacy didn’t stop in the classroom—it lived on in laughter. At her visitation, guests found a bowl of “jokes to go,” a final gift from a teacher who believed in joy until the very end. 🥹✨ Who’s an educator you’ll never forget? Dro…
As teachers we have to make sure that we are always looking for opportunities to grow and sometimes that means leaving a school or district so that you can learn from others that you may have never met otherwise. #faithwalk #podcast #wellnesstips #wellness #teacherlifestyle Follow me on Instagram…
Follow me on Instagram: @hellodrasia LinkedIn : https://www.linkedin.com/in/asia-lyons/ Email: asia@lyonseducationalconsulting Learn more about combatting racial battle fatigue: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1d7KXbRlf6Dpnl4PffXHvuIlLE0CKUEa8/view?usp=sharing
Dr. Adrienne Davenport on the power of trusting your instincts and making a career pivot. Are you feeling stuck in your role? This one's for you! 🚀 #careerchange #EducatorJourney #faithoverfear #blackeducatorsmatter #podcast #podcastclips #wellness #healing Follow me on Instagram: @hellodrasia …
In this episode of The Exit Interview: A Podcast for Black Educators, Dr. Asia Lyons sits down with Dr. Adrienne Davenport, a veteran educator, administrator, and author, to talk about career transitions, leadership, and the realities of being a Black educator. Dr. Davenport shares how she unexpe…
📢 “I didn’t know what was next, but I knew this wasn’t it.” What does it take to be a great leader in education? How do you know when it’s time to pivot in your career? And what can schools and districts do to truly support and retain Black educators? In this episode of The Exit Interview: A Podc…
In this powerful episode of The Exit Interview, I sit down with Najmah Ahmad as she shares her insightful perspective on what it truly means to be well. For Najmah, well-being is about self-liberation—the freedom to embrace the messiness of life, to be imperfect, and to show up as your authentic se…
Najmah Ahmad pulls back the curtain on a harsh reality in the nonprofit sector: when staff wellness is ignored, but happy hours, gift cards, and branded swag take its place. As Najmah shares, many nonprofits claim to be about liberation and social justice, but in reality: ❌ Employees are overworke…
What’s up, beautiful people? It’s me, Dr. Asia. How are you checking in on the Black educators in your life? Drop a comment below. Real quick—check on your Black teacher friends. Seriously. After this weekend’s Black Educator Wellness Cohort session, I’m feeling the weight of what Black educators …
"In this clip, Najmah Ahmad explains how ‘achievement addiction’ pushed her to the edge. Watch the full episode of The Exit Interview for more powerful insights on wellness and liberation." #PodcastHighlights #AchievementAddiction #MentalHealthMatters #BlackVoices #TheExitInterviewPodcast #Nonprofi…
Black women, let’s talk about it. "Work twice as hard. Be twice as good." Black women in leadership are told we have to be Superwomen—but at what cost? On The Exit Interview Podcast, Najmah Ahmad shares how perfectionism, achievement addiction, and the pressure to be "the best" led to exhaustion…
🚨 LIVE PODCAST RECORDINGS ALERT! 🚨 Dr. Asia, host of The Exit Interview, will be recording episodes LIVE in two exciting locations! 1️⃣ Denver, CO - Join me at Quince Coffee House on February 22nd at 1:00 PM for a free live recording that’s all about education, community, and Black excellence. 2️⃣…
In this powerful and reflective episode of The Exit Interview: A Podcast for Black Educators, Dr. Asia Lyons sits down with Najmah Ahmad to discuss her nearly 20-year journey through education, from working in nonprofits and higher education to leadership roles in school districts and national poli…
Najmah Ahmad pulls back the curtain on a harsh reality in the nonprofit sector: when staff wellness is ignored, but happy hours, gift cards, and branded swag take its place. As Najmah shares, many nonprofits claim to be about liberation and social justice, but in reality: ❌ Employees are overworke…
What does it truly mean to be well? In this episode, Dr. Damia Thomas breaks down the power of self-awareness, listening to your body, and recognizing when it's time to pause. She shares insights on managing anxiety, practicing mindfulness, and reclaiming wellness as a radical act of self-care. Ta…
In this episode of The Exit Interview: A Podcast for Black Educators, Dr. Asia Lyons sits down with Najmah Ahmad to explore her 20-year journey in education. From creating transformative programs to navigating systemic inequities, Najmah shares candid reflections on her career, the toll of racial b…
In this episode of The Exit Interview: A Podcast for Black Educators, Dr. Asia Lyons sits down with Najmah Ahmad to explore her 20-year journey in education. From creating transformative programs to navigating systemic inequities, Najmah shares candid reflections on her career, the toll of racial b…
What if trusting Black teachers to actually teach was a retention strategy? #teachers #blackscholars #podcast #wellness #retentionbeforerecruitment
In this episode of 'The Exit Interview,' host Dr. Asia Lyons welcomes Dr. Damia Thomas (https://www.linkedin.com/in/drdamiacthomas/) , who brings over two decades of experience in urban education. They discuss retention challenges in education, emphasizing the importance of work environment, cultur…
In this episode of 'The Exit Interview,' host Dr. Asia Lyons welcomes Dr. Damia Thomas, who brings over two decades of experience in urban education. They discuss retention challenges in education, emphasizing the importance of work environment, culture, and kindness over monetary incentives. Dr. T…
Retaining Black educators requires creating environments where they feel safe, respected, and fully supported. Addressing their concerns with meaningful action and providing strong leadership backing are essential steps. Discover the challenges they face and explore solutions to help them thrive—be…
Building safe, supportive communities where Black educators feel heard, seen, and valued is essential. From addressing concerns with action to ensuring administrators and leaders back educators against challenges, true support makes a difference. Discover what’s needed to retain Black educators and…
Creating supportive, safe spaces where Black educators feel valued, heard, and respected is crucial. Addressing concerns with genuine action and ensuring strong backing from administrators and leaders can make all the difference. Learn about the challenges Black educators face and the solutions nee…