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Next Man Up amplifies the voices and experiences of men of color in educational leadership. Hosted by Kareem Thomas, the podcast explores the triumphs, challenges, and pivotal moments that shape leaders breaking barriers and driving systemic change in education. Through candid conversations and expert insights, Next Man Up inspires listeners to embrace their unique power, build community, and foster mentorship. Whether you’re a current leader, aspiring changemaker, or ally, this podcast will empower you to step up and make an impact. The next man up could be you!
Men of Color in Educational Leadership hosts Next Man Up: An MCEL Podcast, a business show with 21 episodes published.
About this Episode In Part 1 of this powerful conversation, Next Man Up: The MCEL Podcast host Kareem Thomas sits down with Dr. Ariel Lajara and Dr. Renny Lajara to explore a question at the heart of educational leadersh
About this Episode Kareem Thomas, host of Next Man Up and The MCEL Podcast, sits down with Dr. Rodney Harrison and Barry Wilkins to explore the real lives of assistant principals. This conversation dives into leadership,
About this Episode In this Women’s History Month special episode of Next Man Up, Kareem Thomas is joined by Dr. Nadia Bennett and Natalie St. Louis for a powerful conversation on authenticity, resilience, and leadership.
About this Episode Kareem Thomas, host of Next Man Up, The MCEL Podcast, sits down with Dr. Rodney Harrison and Barry Wilkins to explore the real life of assistant principals. This conversation dives into leadership, ide
About this Episode In this episode of Next Man Up, host Kareem Thomas speaks with guests Ray Pace and Dr. Wardell Hunter about the critical importance of leadership development programs for aspiring school leaders. They
About this Episode In this episode of Next Man Up, host Kareem Thomas discusses the importance of social-emotional learning (SEL) in education with guests Errin Smith, Dr. Arman Lakes, and Dr. Chuck Curtis. They focus on
Summary: In this episode of Next Man Up, host Kareem Thomas engages with Dr. Aaron Dukes and Mr. Brandon Johnson, two leaders who transitioned from school principal roles to central office positions. They discuss their p
Summary: In this episode of Next Man Up, host Kareem Thomas sits down with Mario Jovan and Vincent Rawlings for a powerful and deeply reflective conversation about what it means to support LGBTQ+ students as male leaders
Summary: In this episode of Next Man Up, host Kareem Thomas engages with Dr. Jacob Waites and Joseph Speight to discuss the significance of affinity spaces in education, particularly for educators who are men of color. T
Summary: In this episode of Next Man Up, host Kareem Thomas engages with educational leaders Justin Sinclair and Dr. Harold McCray to discuss the challenges and strategies of school transformation, the importance of self
Summary: In the season two premiere of Next Man Up, host Kareem Thomas welcomes Harrison Peters, co-founder and CEO of MCEL, to discuss the current state of the organization and its initiatives. They delve into the Natio
Episode Summary In this episode of Next Man Up, host Kareem Thomas speaks with Dr. Paul Cruz, a seasoned educator and former superintendent, about his journey in education, the challenges men of color face, and career ad
Summary: In this episode of Next Man Up, host Kareem Thomas engages with three Philadelphia educators—Will Lawrence, Will Brown, and Vance McNear—to discuss their journeys in educational leadership, the challenges they f
In this dynamic episode of Next Man Up, host Kareem Thomas sits down with two influential superintendents, Dr. Donald Fennoy and Dr. Howard Hepburn, for a powerful and deeply personal conversation about leadership, legac
In this powerful episode of Next Man Up, host Kareem Thomas sits down with Dr. Courtney Curtis, Dr. Javan Childs, and Gene Renoir for an honest and deeply insightful conversation about what it means to lead as Black men
Summary In this episode of Next Man Up, host Kareem Thomas sits down with Dr. Dwayne Chism and Dr. Jayson Strickland for a powerful conversation on how mentorship and coaching have shaped their journeys as men of color i
Summary In this special episode of Next Man Up, host Kareem Thomas sits down with two groundbreaking superintendents, Misty Herr and Theresa Plasencia, to explore their leadership journeys in education. As women of color
In this episode of Next Man Up, host Kareem Thomas sits down with Ike Ramos, a former educator turned EdTech leader, to discuss his dynamic journey from hip-hop artist to school principal to a driving force in educationa
In this powerful episode of Next Man Up, Kareem Thomas sits down with Dr. Erick Pruitt to discuss his incredible journey from serving in the Marine Corps to leading as the Superintendent of Schools in Ankeny, Iowa. Dr. P
Summary In this continuation of Next Man Up, host Kareem Thomas reconnects with MCEL co-founders Harrison Peters and Steve Gering for Part 2 of their powerful discussion on mentorship and leadership for male leaders of c
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Next Man Up: An MCEL Podcast is hosted by Men of Color in Educational Leadership. The show is categorised under business (careers) and has published 21 episodes.
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