The Silk Stocking Sisters

In this inspiring episode of The Silk Stocking Sisters Podcast, we explore the transformative effect and lasting impact that teachers can have on their students lives. We're honored to be joined by Alethia West, a dedicated educator and former administrator for the NYC Board of Education. Ms. West shares her journey, from her early days teaching i...

On this episode of The Silk Stocking Sisters Podcast, we're joined by Claude L. Dallas Jr., an Adjunct Professor at National College in Cincinnati, Ohio, and proud native of Lincoln Heights, Cincinnati. Mr. Dallas shares a moving story of responsibility, resilience, and the power of community. He reflects on how the weigh...

Welcome to another episode of The Silk Stocking Sisters Podcast. In this special episode, our host, Dr. Theresa J. Canada, shares her personal journey as a Black educator in the Northwest Local School District, located in the suburbs of Cincinnati, Ohio. 

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Thank you for joining us for another episode of The Silk Stocking Sisters Podcast. We are honored to be joined by Professor John C. Brittain, an esteemed lawyer, civil rights advocate, and current Professor of Law at the University of the District of Columbia David A. Clarke School of Law. In this episode, Professor Britt...

In this insightful episode of The Silk Stocking Sisters podcast, we welcome Kim Michelle Janey, who made history as Bostons first woman and first Black mayor. She currently serves as the President and CEO of Economic Mobility Pathways in Boston, Massachusetts. Ms. Janey shares her early experiences of growing up in Roxbury, Boston and reflects on ...

Thank you for joining us for another episode of The Silk Stocking Sisters Podcast. In this intimate conversation, we discuss systemic inequities in education and how neighborhood demographics can shape access and opportunity. Were honored to speak with our special guest, Dawn Ballou-Anderson. Mrs. Ballou-Anderson is a graduate of the Physician Ass...

Welcome to another episode of The Silk Stocking Sisters podcast. In this episode, we pause to reflect on our journey and examine the historical relevance of each conversation we've had so far. This podcast was inspired by the powerful narratives explored in my book, Desegregation of the New York City Schools: A Story of the Silk Stock...

As we continue our exploration of the northern experience of desegregation, this episode focuses on the racial history of Ohio. We are honored to welcome Laura Meckler, national education writer for The Washington Post and author of Dream Town: Shaker Heights and the Quest for Racial Equity. With her extensive coverage of news, politics, policies,...

Thank you for joining us for another episode of The Silk Stocking Sisters Podcast, where we continue our conversation about the complexities of northern desegregation. Our special guest this episode is Peter Thomson, a multi-award-winning journalist with over 30 years of experience covering environmental and climate issues. He is also an accomplis...

Welcome to another episode of The Silk Stocking Sisters podcast! In this thought-provoking discussion, we unpack the concepts of de facto and de jure segregation, focusing specifically on how they manifested in public schools. We continue to explore the differences in desegregation efforts betwee...