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ASCENDING: Education, Activism & the Fight to Preserve Black History: The Battle For Justice

Streamed live on Jan 18, 2025 #BlackPower #HBCU #FightForJustice In this fiery episode of ASCENDING with host April R. Silver, we dive deep into the ongoing battle to preserve Black education and history in a world determined to erase it. April is joined by Donald M. Temple, an influential activist and attorney in the fight […]

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Education, Activism & the Fight to Preserve Black History: The Battle For Justice

In this fiery episode of ASCENDING with host April R. Silver, we dive deep into the ongoing battle to preserve Black education and history in a world determined to erase it. 

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Sonia Sanchez on the Importance Resilience, Rest, and Context

In this inspiring episode of ASCENDING, we are privy to the brilliance, wisdom, and artistic genius of the legendary poet, loving mother, esteemed professor, and internationally recognized humanitarian SONIA SANCHEZ.

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Black Rock Coalition Celebrates 40 Years. Fighting Industry Racism is STILL the Mission!

In this celebratory episode of ASCENDING, we highlight the who, what, when, where, and point of origin for the pioneering organization, the BLACK ROCK COALITION.

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Africa-Centered Perspectives On Everything, From the Inside Out!

This special episode of ASCENDING with host April R. Silver features a return guest to this channel. Silver welcomes CHIEF AYANDA CLARKE, an esteemed educator, spiritual health counselor, creative content consultant, and GRAMMY Award-winning master percussionist.

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Mayor Ras J. Baraka on Art, Activism, and His Run for Governor of NJ!

ASCENDING is here to support our staying power, to inspire, inform, and activate us toward the greatest good possible—for ourselves, our families, our communities, and the planet. Tune in every Saturday at 11:00 am ET!

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The American Education Crisis and Its Impact on Black Communities

In this episode of ASCENDING, the conversation is focused on the current crisis in education and how this crisis, amplified by today's oppressive political climate, is impacting Black communities. Special Guests: AKANKE WASHINGTON and DR. CAMIKA ROYAL

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Black Farmers Speak Out! PLUS: Can Veganism Save Your Life?

On this episode of ASCENDING with April R. Silver, host, the conversation is focused on the state of Black farmers today, as well as the global food sovereignty movement. Black farmer and author OMOWALE ADEWALE, and Black farmer NADIA MUYEEB ADEWALE dig into the roots of the movement and its relevance for African Americans.

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Mayor Ras J. Baraka on Art, Activism, and His Run for Governor of NJ!

ASCENDING is here to support our staying power, to inspire, inform, and activate us toward the greatest good possible—for ourselves, our families, our communities, and the planet. Tune in every Saturday at 11:00 am ET!

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The American Education Crisis and Its Impact on Black Communities

In this episode of ASCENDING, the conversation is focused on the current crisis in education and how this crisis, amplified by today's oppressive political climate, is impacting Black communities. Special Guests: AKANKE WASHINGTON and DR. CAMIKA ROYAL

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