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Welcome to the Cultural Curriculum Chat Podcast—an inclusive space for educators, DEI practitioners, and all individuals eager to foster diversity and understanding! If you're seeking a vibrant, authentic podcast to guide you in implementing Multicultural Education, look no further. Are you yearning for inspiration to cultivate a truly inclusive classroom community? Join us on a journey filled with insightful resources, practical tips, and a touch of humor, all led by the knowledgeable educator, Jebeh Edmunds.
Our podcast is designed to uplift and empower you, offering a blend of expertise and laughter to spark creativity and engagement in your educational endeavors. Tune in to discover a wealth of valuable insights and strategies that will ignite your passion for inclusive teaching practices and multicultural learning.
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Send us a text In this episode of The Cultural Curriculum Chat, host Jebeh Edmunds explores what inclusive leadership looks like in action—not just in polished mission statements. You’ll hear how small, everyday decisions can either reinforce belonging or create barriers, and why culturally proficient managers commit to equity even when it’s inconvenient. Through real-world stories and practical insights, Jebeh breaks down the key traits of leaders who build trust, honor identity, and foster ...
Send us a text Think transforming your workplace culture takes years? Think again. In this episode, Jebeh reveals her step-by-step 30-day framework for creating a more inclusive, equitable, and welcoming environment. From simple daily actions to powerful long-term shifts, this is your playbook for building a workplace where everyone can thrive. Get access to the Inclusive Workplace Action Starter Pack Here: COME SAY Hey!! Instagram: @cultrallyjebeh_ Facebook: @JebehCult...
Send us a text From classrooms to conference stages, Jebeh shares her personal and professional journey into cultural competency work. This inspiring conversation uncovers pivotal moments, lessons learned, and the “why” behind her mission to help schools and organizations embrace diversity, equity, and inclusion with confidence. COME SAY Hey!! Instagram: @cultrallyjebeh_ Facebook: @JebehCulturalConsulting Pinterest: @Jebeh Cultural Consulting LinkedIn: @Jebeh Cultural Consulting Leave ...
Send us a text In this episode, Jebeh breaks down the difference between surface-level representation and meaningful inclusion. You’ll hear real-world examples, actionable strategies, and the cultural competency mindset shifts needed to move beyond checking boxes. Whether you’re an educator, leader, or advocate, you’ll walk away with tools to foster environments where everyone truly belongs. COME SAY Hey!! Instagram: @cultrallyjebeh_ Facebook: @JebehCulturalConsulting Pinteres...
Send us a text In this special episode of The Cultural Curriculum Chat, host Jebeh Edmunds pulls back the curtain on her own entrepreneurial journey—and celebrates 5 years of Jebeh Cultural Consulting! 🎉 From batching content to building meaningful partnerships (with zero paid ads), Jebeh shares honest reflections and behind-the-scenes stories about what it really takes to sustain a values-driven business while balancing motherhood, podcasting, lesson planning, and DEI consulting. You'll hear...
Send us a text Welcome back to The Cultural Curriculum Chat with your host, Jebeh Edmunds! In this episode, we're pulling back the curtain on the most common myths about cultural competency—and why they’re holding back real progress in our schools, organizations, and communities. 💭 Have you ever heard someone say: “Isn’t cultural competency just common sense?”“We treat everyone the same—why do we need training?”“Isn’t this just Diversity 101?”If so, this episode is for YOU. Jebeh breaks down:...
Send us a text What happens when a folktale whispered by your mother becomes the novel your heart can't stop writing? In this deeply personal episode, I pull back the curtain on my transformation from educator and podcast host to debut novelist with "The Orange Blossom." For years, I've carried the story of the Orange Vendor Woman—a Liberian tale about finding your purpose and refusing to be diverted from it. This story became more than just a teaching moment for my student teachers; it beca...
Send us a text The words equity and equality often get used interchangeably, but this linguistic mix-up isn't just semantic – it fundamentally shapes how we approach fairness in our schools, workplaces, and communities. Equality, while well-intentioned, gives everyone identical resources regardless of their starting point. This approach sounds fair until we examine its practical implications: giving every student the exact same worksheet ignores their different learning styles, language needs...
Send us a text Creativity doesn't just happen—it blossoms when we honor the rich cultural backgrounds our students bring to the classroom every day. This episode dives into the powerful connection between creativity and culturally responsive teaching, revealing how diverse perspectives don't just promote inclusion—they spark innovation. When students see their cultural identities reflected in curriculum, something remarkable happens. They engage more deeply, take intellectual risks, and deve...
Send us a text Ever caught yourself making a snap judgment about someone without realizing it? That's unconscious bias at work, and it shapes everything from our teaching practices to our everyday interactions. As educators, these hidden biases can profoundly impact who we trust, how we grade, and even how we discipline students. In this deeply reflective episode, I introduce myself in a new light—as an author currently publishing my debut novel, "Uncover Your Unconscious Bias"—while guiding...
Send us a text Storytelling is the heartbeat of cultural education. When students encounter stories from different backgrounds, something magical happens—they develop empathy, affirm their identities, and sharpen critical thinking skills that extend far beyond classroom walls. Throughout this episode, we explore why multicultural stories are non-negotiable components of effective education. Stories engage the emotional centers of our brains, creating deeper connections to content than facts ...
Send us a text What's in a name? Everything. Your name is your melody, your lineage, and how your ancestors speak through you. So when someone consistently mispronounces it or, worse, substitutes it with something entirely different, that's not just an honest mistake—it's a choice that speaks volumes. Welcome to this raw, honest conversation about one of the most persistent microaggressions many of us face: name butchering. As your host Jeba Edmonds (not Jabba, not Jebba, and definitely not ...
Send us a text Ever changed your voice on a Zoom call? Avoided cultural references at work? Second-guessed your tone in every email? That mental gymnastics—known as code switching—is the focus of our thought-provoking conversation about authenticity, cultural appropriation, and the exhaustion of making yourself palatable in spaces that weren't built for you. Drawing from powerful personal experiences, we explore the painful irony of being told our natural hair is "unprofessional" while watch...
Send us a text "Real change doesn't happen from the top to the bottom—it happens from the center out." This powerful principle sits at the heart of transformative nonprofit leadership that genuinely serves communities through authentic inclusion. Most nonprofit organizations face a critical disconnect: leadership boards often look drastically different from the communities they serve. This gap undermines effectiveness and perpetuates systemic inequities. When marginalized community members a...
Send us a text Ready to transform your classroom with culturally responsive teaching resources? Veteran educator Jebeh Edmunds takes us on a journey through her specially designed lesson plans that celebrate diversity while meeting educational standards. Discover the Natural Resources unit plan for sixth graders that explores the ecological wealth of the African continent, complete with activities focused on Nobel Peace Prize winner Wangari Maathai and comprehensive student resources. For se...
Send us a text Ready to transform how cultural narratives appear in your classroom? Cultural stereotypes lurk in teaching materials everywhere—from textbooks portraying African nations solely through poverty to history lessons reducing Black heritage to just five famous figures. These oversimplifications don't just affect lesson plans; they shape how our students understand the world. Drawing from my own experience as an educator who once challenged a problematic reading passage only to be d...
Send us a text The magic happens when educators and parents join forces as true partners in a child's education. Gone are the days when "parent involvement" meant simply attending conferences or helping with homework. Today's inclusive classrooms demand meaningful engagement where families are recognized as essential collaborators in student success. Have you ever wondered why some teacher-parent relationships flourish while others remain strained? The answer often lies in intentional commun...
Send us a text Music isn't merely entertainment—it's living history, powerful social commentary, and vital cultural preservation. For African and African-American communities especially, musical traditions have served as a lifeline connecting generations, preserving identities, and speaking essential truths when voices were systematically silenced. The rich tapestry of traditional African music reveals profound philosophical concepts through its structure. Unlike Western traditions that ofte...
Send us a text Ready to transform your teaching with multicultural resources that actually reflect all your students? You've just found exactly what you've been searching for. Representation isn't just a buzzword—it's a critical component of effective teaching. When students see themselves in learning materials, they engage more deeply, connect more meaningfully, and ultimately achieve more academically. Yet finding high-quality, standards-aligned resources that authentically celebrate diver...
Send us a text Cultural competence isn't just a buzzword—it's a lifesaving skill in crisis management. Drawing from shocking Hurricane Katrina statistics, we reveal how emergency responses crumbled when officials failed to understand the communities they served. With 55% of New Orleans residents lacking evacuation transportation and deep-rooted historical mistrust between communities and government agencies, the disaster exposed catastrophic gaps in cultural understanding. From COVID-19's va...
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