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Back To School & Black Motherhood w/ Dr. Frederick Smith | Dem Black Mamas Podcast

Dear Mama What if I told you the collision of declining birth rates in the U.S., the rise of anti-intellectualism, and the rollback of reproductive rights are having a profound impact on your child’s potential college experience? How do we help prepare our children for the future when the world we know is crumbling before our eyes? In this episode, we talk with one of our favorite kiki partners and Associate Vice President for Equity & Community Inclusion at San Francisco State, Dr. Frederick Smith, about the changing landscape of higher education, the challenges, and strategies for Black families navigating the college experience for their teens. We discuss the importance of support systems, financial literacy, and overcoming barriers like making friends and advocating for oneself. We explore how the COVID-19 pandemic has impacted students' social skills and the crucial role parents play in boosting their children's confidence. Additionally, we share valuable tips for managing academics, self-care, and preparing for a successful college journey. This episode is a must-watch for any Black parent with college-bound teens or those contemplating returning to school themselves. We dive into: *The importance of the college experience beyond the classroom *Creating critical thinking opportunities for your children *The attack on intellectualism & the mind in general *The number one challenge new college students face *How anti-intellectualism pushes colleges towards a consumer-based model So thanks for coming inside the black mama magic room, and if you’re looking for links to things we mentioned or referenced in this episode, check out our syllabus (s/o to Melissa Harris-Perry) for this episode, which is a list of references and sources for our listeners to explore at www.demblackmamas.com/podcast . This list includes any books, videos, podcasts, etc. that we've mentioned in the episode or that will help you gain a well-informed perspective. If you're a new listener, welcome to the mothership. If you're a newbie or an OG, here are 2 simple ways to support us: Number 1: Sign up for our newsletter: www.demblackmamas.com Number 2: Share this episode with at least one person 01:48 Welcome to the Black Woman Magic Room 02:42 Back to School and Black Motherhood 04:02 Responsive Reading: Black Mama Magic Card Pull 06:51 Church Announcements, Praise Reports & Prayer List Requests 10:19 Listener Episode 14:31 Mac & Cheese: Back To School & Black Motherhood 26:00 The State of Higher Education Today 37:45 Weighing Career Choices in a Changing Economy 38:09 The Importance of Completing College 39:12 Challenges of Community College Transfers 40:33 Higher Education's Response to Current Circumstances 41:38 The Impact of COVID on Career Paths 42:04 Financial Challenges in Higher Education 43:30 The Wear and Tear of Trade Jobs 44:18 The Assault on the Middle Class 46:47 The Role of HBCUs in Career Preparation 01:00:52 The Importance of College Experience Beyond Education 01:09:13 Life Skills and Parental Involvement in College 01:14:11 Managing Anxiety and Urgency 01:14:28 The Importance of Writing Things Down 01:15:20 Prioritizing Tasks with the ABC Method 01:15:29 Mental Health and Academic Health 01:16:43 Asking for Help and Overcoming Pride 01:21:13 Encouraging Independence and Critical Thinking 01:25:35 Navigating Relationships and Consent 01:26:42 The Impact of AI on Academic Integrity 01:30:25 The Importance of Honest Conversations 01:41:50 Black Mama Say: "I Ain't Forgot" Dem Black Mamas answers all the questions yo mama won't! From sex & dream catching to adulting & raising free Black children in an unfree world, three #BlackMamaCreatives Crystal Tennille Irby, NeKisha Killings, & Thea Monyee, give you all the #BlackMamaMagic your heart can hold while pursuing their own creative dreams. Listen to full episodes at https://www.demblackmamas.com/podcast