Pondering Thoughts Podcast
Pondering Thoughts Podcast is a captivating podcast for curious minds. Hosted by K. Wilkes, each episode is crafted with care to provide you with engaging stories, thought-provoking insights, and occasional interviews to satiate the hungry minds of curious individuals. From themes in literature to cultural phenomena and everything in between Pondering Thoughts Podcast will delve into a myriad of topics that will leave you endlessly curious.
So get ready to embark on an adventure of stimulating conversations that will leave you pondering long after each episode ends.
Pondering Thoughts Podcast
Critical Minds in Critical Times: Teaching Higher Ed in Today's Political Climate with Dr. Kris Marsh
In this lively conversation, host K. Wilkes speaks with Dr. Kris Marsh as she dives into the challenges and rewards of teaching in today’s politically charged higher education landscape. She reflects on the importance of critical thinking and authentic student engagement, drawing from her popular Boondocks class and highlighting the power of contemporary culture—like Kendrick Lamar’s music—to connect with students. Dr. Marsh also explores Black joy as a revolutionary act, shares her strategies for self-care, and discusses the evolving nature of teaching, encouraging educators to adapt their methods to truly meet students where they are. By the end, listeners will see that teaching is not just about imparting knowledge—it’s about shaping minds and nurturing resilience in every classroom.
Chapters
02:00
Introduction and Welcome Back
04:29
Teaching in a Changing Political Climate
05:34
Adapting Teaching Methods for Critical Thinking
11:53
The Boondocks Class: Engaging Students Through Media
17:00
Disrupting Myths: Conversations on Race and Fatherhood
22:05
Student Demographics and Class Dynamics
25:18
Navigating Censorship in Education
28:12
The Future of the Boondocks Class
29:40
Exploring Sociology Through Pop Culture
34:19
The Evolution of Teaching Methods
40:17
Ethnography and the Kendrick Lamar Experience
48:22
Reflections on Race and Music
50:17
Exploring Black Joy
52:50
The Intersection of Black Joy and Research
55:54
Rest as Resistance
57:23
Self-Care and Joy in Academia
01:06
Reflections on Teaching in Today's Climate
Guest Info
https://drkrismarsh.com/
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