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Black America, Black Culture, Publisher's Message April 17, 2019 April 17, 2019

What Would John Johnson Do Today?

by Dr. Hermene Hartman

The iconic Johnson Publishing Company, home to Ebony and Jet magazines, the Ebony Fashion Fair and Fashion Fair Cosmetics, filed for bankruptcy last week,…

Black Culture, Entertainment, Theater April 16, 2019 April 17, 2019

The Barbecue Sizzles In Goodman’s “Lottery Day” – By Rick and Brenda McCain

by Contributor NDIGO

Lottery Day Through April 28 Goodman Theatre, 170 North Dearborn Street. Written by: Ike Holter Directed by: Lili-Anne Brown Running time: 2 hours, 15…

Interview, On Q, Theater April 13, 2019 April 13, 2019

James Meredith’s “Lottery Day”

by TJ Armour

James Vincent Meredith is an award-winning veteran actor who has appeared in a number of hit shows, including Boss, Chicago Med, Empire, Law &…

Black America, Black Culture, Politics, Publisher's Message April 10, 2019 April 10, 2019

Slaying The Dragon

by Dr. Hermene Hartman

Lori Lightfoot slayed the dragon and killed the machine as she becomes the new mayor of the City of Chicago when she is sworn…

Good Health April 9, 2019 April 9, 2019

Beware The Dangers Of Sugar – By Siddiqu “The Personal Trainer”

by Contributor NDIGO

Over the past 100 years, the average yearly sugar intake went from five pounds per year to 135 pounds per year. During the turn…

Books, Education, Interview, On Q, Personal Development April 7, 2019 April 8, 2019

Dr. Nicholas Pearce’s Purpose Path

by TJ Armour

Dr. Nicholas Pearce is a scholar, speaker, entrepreneur, pastor and award-winning professor of management and organizations at the Northwestern University Kellogg School of Management….

N'Music April 3, 2019 April 15, 2019

Anonymous Alex At The Forge On April 28th

by David Smallwood

One of the Chicago area’s up and coming bright young entertainment talents is Armand Alex Chestang, who is starting to take the local music…

Interview, On Q, Theater March 31, 2019 April 3, 2019

Q&A With “Sweat” Actor Edgar Sanchez

by TJ Armour

Edgar Sanchez is a veteran actor that has worked on a number of film and television projects, like Sense8, Chicago P.D. and Blueprint, among…

Black Culture, Theater, Women March 29, 2019 March 29, 2019

These Women Shine in “For Colored Girls”! – by Rick & Brenda McCain

by Contributor NDIGO

Court Theatre continues its 64th season with the groundbreaking play, For Colored Girls Who Have Considered Suicide/When the Rainbow Is Enuf, written by Ntozake Shange…

Black America March 28, 2019 March 28, 2019

When Whites Make The Case For Reparations…

by Paul King Jr.

Columnist David Brooks has joined Paul of Tarsus, Augustine of Hippo and C.S. Lewis of Belfast in making one of the most profound conversions…

Chicago, Politics, Publisher's Message March 26, 2019 March 26, 2019

Chicago Mayoral History In The Making

by Dr. Hermene Hartman

So here we are, right on the eve of an historic Chicago mayoral election. On the morning of April 3, a Black woman will…

Good Health March 26, 2019 April 9, 2019

Brits In Better Shape Than Americans! – By Siddiqu “The Personal Trainer”

by Contributor NDIGO

We’d like to send a special shoutout to the United Kingdom (UK) for hosting us for two workout classes recently! Did you know that…

N’DIGO Studio Podcast

N’DIGO STUDIO

N’DIGO STUDIO is a Chicago centric program and podcast covering topics such as pop culture, politics, authors and trending topics of the day. If you want to hear engaging, sometimes controversial and always authentic discussion around the hot topics of the day tune into the N’DIGO STUDIO Podcast! Join your host Hermene Hartman as she interviews inspiring people and chats about interesting topics from an honest and entertaining perspective.

Hey there, Chicago educators and parents! Ever feel like you’re advocating for change in public education, but hitting a wall? Maybe you’ve been told to just keep pushing for traditional solutions, only to see the same old problems persist. It’s frustrating, isn’t it? Let’s talk about the real pain points and find a better way forward.

In this episode, you will be able to:

Discover new perspectives on Chicago Teachers Union education reforms and their impact on public schools.
Explore the implications of school walkouts on contracts and the future of public education.
Uncover the influential role of unions in political campaigns and how it affects educational policies.
Learn effective strategies for enhancing bilingual education in public schools and promoting inclusivity.
Recognize the vital importance of libraries and librarians in shaping the educational experience for students.

My special guest is Stacy Davis Gates.

Stacy Davis Gates, the president of Chicago Teachers Union, brings a wealth of experience to the table, having started as a social science teacher before taking on various leadership roles. Her notable achievements include successfully negotiating a historic contract for smaller classes and essential resources in Chicago public schools, and raising millions to support teachers entering politics. With a strong focus on advocating for equitable resources and policy reforms, Stacy is a passionate advocate for the education rights of Chicago students, aiming to ensure that every student receives a fully resourced and engaging school experience. Her insights and dedication to improving public education make her a vital voice in the ongoing efforts to enhance the education system.

The key moments in this episode are:
00:00:01 – Introduction to Stacy Davis Gates

00:02:14 – The School Chicago Students Deserve

00:04:43 – Types of Schools in Chicago

00:11:38 – Elected School Boards and Budget Challenges

00:13:10 – Changing Culture of Education

00:19:08 – The Diverse Learning Universe on TikTok

00:20:13 – Union Involvement in Politics

00:22:39 – Importance of Libraries in Schools

00:23:44 – Dual Language Academies

00:26:02 – Advocacy for Common Sense Gun Regulation

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