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Interview, Movies, On Q, Personal Development May 30, 2018 May 30, 2018

A Chance In The World For Steve Pemberton and Lawrence Hilton-Jacobs

by TJ Armour

Based on an award-winning book, the new movie A Chance In The World is the unbelievable true story of Steve Pemberton, a wounded and…

People, Publisher's Message, Relationships May 23, 2018 May 23, 2018

The Royals Got Soul

by Dr. Hermene Hartman

It was magnificent, beautiful, awesome, incredible, elegant, and right on time. That is, The Royal Wedding, of course. The romance of Prince Harry and…

Entertainment, Theater May 21, 2018 June 11, 2018

Parlor Tricks

by David Smallwood

Last chance to catch Dr. Ricardo Rosenkranz’s popular magic show, The Rosenkranz Mysteries: Physician Magician, whose run at the Royal George Theater ends this…

Interview, On Q, Personal Development May 20, 2018 May 22, 2018

Ruby Layne’s Mustard Seed Vision

by TJ Armour

Multi-talented media maven Rubye Lane has a lot on her plate, but she somehow manages to get it all done. The Chicago native is…

Chicago, Politics, Publisher's Message May 16, 2018 May 16, 2018

Lori Lightfoot: Mayoral Game Changer

by Dr. Hermene Hartman

Lori Lightfoot has entered the Chicago mayoral race. She becomes the ninth candidate in an open field that still has the potential of growing….

Politics, Publisher's Message May 10, 2018 May 10, 2018

Do We Really Believe in Second Chances?

by Dr. Hermene Hartman

We talk about second chances. That is, giving ex-offenders a second chance by not holding their jail time against them. Some advocate for the…

Black America, Fashion, Publisher's Message, Women May 10, 2018 May 10, 2018

The Ladies Who Wear Hats

by Dr. Hermene Hartman

I was the Mistress of Ceremonies for a National Council of Negro Women (NCNW) event recently. This year marks their Fourth Annual Breakfast of…

Interview, On Q, Theater May 6, 2018 May 6, 2018

Chicago Actress Aeriel Williams Does Memphis

by TJ Armour

From the underground dance clubs of 1950’s Memphis, Tennessee, comes the Tony Award-winning Best Musical that bursts off the stage with explosive dancing, irresistible…

Black America, Entertainment, Publisher's Message April 30, 2018 April 30, 2018

Cosby?

by Dr. Hermene Hartman

I feel so sorry for Camille Cosby, Bill’s wife. He has been a history-making entertainer and it has all tumbled to the bottom of…

Interview, Music, On Q April 27, 2018 April 27, 2018

Rapper Dizzy Wright

by TJ Armour

For the better part of a decade, rapper Dizzy Wright has been among the leaders in the independent rap scene. Without the support of…

Black America, Perspectives, Politics April 24, 2018 April 25, 2018

Time For A New Voter Education Project – by Paul King Jr.

by Contributor NDIGO

By Paul King Jr. Terrence Crutcher, Philando Castile, Samuel DuBose …. The list of Black people killed by police in the past continues to…

Entertainment, Interview, On Q April 20, 2018 April 20, 2018

Inside The Mind Of…Author Pierre Evans

by TJ Armour

What happens when you interview a number of celebrities and well-known personalities and delve into the inner workings of their minds and unravel their…

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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