The HBCU Buzz Show

28 - Dear Summer

Tue, 28 May 2013 04:00:00 +0000

This is the best of show.. As we close for the summer The HBCU Buzz Show would like to thank every single guest, listener, host, team member & Blis.fm for this amazing show! See you guys in August!

27 - The Business

Tue, 21 May 2013 04:00:00 +0000

We checked in with a few HBCU alum who are making their own businesses & taking care of business right now. #work

26 - The Reality Check

Tue, 14 May 2013 04:00:00 +0000

While college graduation is certainly a milestone to be celebrated, a lot comes with this huge responsibility. So you have a degree, now what?? Check out some of our tips for a successful transition into the "real world." In our President's Corner were had Dr. Michelle Vital from Cheyney University & Chairman Brise’ of FL representing a an HBCU Alum & Haitian Heritage Month.

25 - The Glory

Tue, 07 May 2013 04:00:00 +0000

First show in May means college graduation month is upon us! All the glory goes to our graduating seniors at all 105 of our HBCU's. We welcomed actress Nicole Ari Parker, The Strivers Row founder Latoya Bennett-Johnson, and poet Joshua Bennett to the show.

24 - Speak Out Loud with Dr. Brenda Wade

Tue, 30 Apr 2013 04:00:00 +0000

Our first edition of SOL (Speak Out Loud). We love getting the opinions (often very outspoken) from our listeners so we brought topics to you guys & heard you out! We were joined by the inspirational Dr. Brenda Wade (clinical psychologist, author, tv host) who is also a speaker at this year's Spelman Leadership Conference.

23 - Girl Look At That Body

Tue, 16 Apr 2013 04:00:00 +0000

Spring break is over (if you still have one) and many of us are looking to the summer to have our bodies fit & fine.. But good health is about continued discipline, a positive body image & a healthy lifestyle change from the inside out. In between our debates/discussion we were joined by Dr. Sampson Davis (ER Doctor & Author) & RHOA star Phaedra Parks & her husband Apollo. You don't want to miss this!

22 - Accidental Racist

Tue, 09 Apr 2013 04:00:00 +0000

Have you heard the single "Accidental Racist?" Well you know The HBCU Buzz Show crew had some opinions on that! Also Britney Griner for the NBA or not? You be the judge! Our special guest was the beautiful & talented Dawn Richard (formerly of Danity Kane & Dirty Money)! Enjoy!

21 - "Non $@#* Factor"

Tue, 02 Apr 2013 04:00:00 +0000

Will we ever live in a society where skin color is never going to be a factor? We shared our thoughts and opinions to help compare with yours. We were also honored to have Sam Henry, co-founder of Given.To and Claude Johnson, Founder and CEO of Black Fives, Inc. as guests.

20 - Womanhood 2013: Cat fights, Stillettos, & Moscato

Tue, 26 Mar 2013 04:00:00 +0000

With the constant barrage from the media & world of reality tv, there is usually a common thread.. the image of groups of grown, and somewhat successful woman, playing the highschool mean girls games for an entire season. For those of us usually 25 & up this is purely a source of entertainment, but for impressionable younger black girls this is the image they are given as being "women" daily. What happened to role models being in the home, church, school, etc?? We welcome Award-winning singer Mya, Kat Calvin, founder of Black Girls Hack, and the always opinionated and hilarious Panama Jackson, 1/2 of very Smart Brothas to our discussion.

19 - Bow Down

Tue, 19 Mar 2013 04:00:00 +0000

Taking a cue from Beyonce and her new single "Bow Down" and our National Women's History Month show! In honor of this amazing month, we showcased a couple of phenomenal women that are working currently to make amazing women for the future. We were honored to have Valeisha Butterfield-Jones (co-founder of WEEN), Dr. Teresa Wilburn (author of My Life, A Best Selling Story), and Ketrina Childs (winner of the Ford Black College Quiz Bowl). So "Bow Down" to a few great women and the fact that they all represent an HBCU!

18 - The Motivation

Tue, 12 Feb 2013 05:00:00 +0000

This show is all about getting people motivated by highlighting areas of invention & history from our past and showcasing amazing new projects & entrepreneurship. We were honored to have LaShawnda Crowe Storm from The Lynch Quilts Project & Jeanette Hordge, CEO & Founder of DASH Coordinating & Marketing LLC as guests.

17 - The Problem

Tue, 29 Jan 2013 05:00:00 +0000

Last show in January so we had to dive into a few pressing issues. February means 2 things: Valentine's Day & Black History Month so we discussed the problem with online dating and the issue with Black History Month in 2013. The MTV show Catfish caught fire and we discussed the real problem with living our lives online and portraying someone we are not. What happened to human contact? For Black History Month, we all celebrate it but do we know where it comes from? Do we even need it anymore? You be the judge!

16 - The Workout Plan

Tue, 15 Jan 2013 05:00:00 +0000

First and foremost, we say Happy Birthday to Martin Luther King Jr. and Happy Founder's Day to Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc! This episode is jam packed with tips and resources to improve your personal fitness, community involvement, and business management! We also touched the surface of Django, the use of the "N"-word, and Tarantino!

15 - The Gift & The Curse

Tue, 08 Jan 2013 05:00:00 +0000

For our first show in 2013 we tackle another crucial issue within the leadership at our HBCU's. The gift and the curse looked at why the coveted HBCU President position is cursed with such high turnover rates. Also we were honored to have Dr. Walter Kimbrough, President of Dillard University to kick off our President's Corner. More news, politics, and entertainment of course all in this episode!

14 - And I Say Church ..... Preach

Tue, 18 Dec 2012 05:00:00 +0000

There are few collaborations more historical and powerful than that of black churches and higher education at HBCU's. At a time when many of our institutions are facing financial struggles, accreditation issues, and low enrollment how do we attempt to re-establish this powerful collaboration before its too late?

13 - For Us, By Us; Why don't we support our own?

Tue, 11 Dec 2012 05:00:00 +0000

Remember when FUBU clothing (For Us By Us) was so revolutionary? We had a black owned and operated business selling and supported by our own. In 2012, why is it still so hard for African Americans to do the same thing in business, education, and in everyday life? On this show, we tackled Ebony magazine's Money & Power December cover, the reasons for failing minority owned banks, and HBCU Alumni not encouraging their children to attend an HBCU. It's time to wake up!

12 - The Recipe: Do you have what it takes?

Tue, 04 Dec 2012 05:00:00 +0000

With one more month in 2012, many of us are focusing our sights on new opportunities in 2013 in the form of jobs and internships. As current students or recent graduates, the resume serves as our passport to a step in our careers, but are you putting your best foot forward when you apply? Ms. Janet Owens, professional career coach and owner of Career Essentials Inc. gives top tips to ensure an effective resume and the most common mistakes. After this episode, you are sure to ask yourself, do YOU have what is takes?

The HBCU Buzz Show is like no other college based program! We are providing unique, creative, and informative content that is relevant to the HBCU student, alumni and community. The HBCU Buzz show has been created around the news, politics, sports, entertainment and fashion that surrounds the HBCU college experience. We stand as the most influential lifestyle brand that truly represents all 105 HBCU’s. Based in Washington DC, the show has the ability to reach the masses via a LIVE stream every Tuesday 6-7pm from Blis FM online, weekly podcasts, twitter and Facebook.

11 - Whats S.T.E.M got to do with it?

Tue, 27 Nov 2012 05:00:00 +0000

Before the show for many of us, STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) had little or no meaning in our daily interactions. And with African American underemployment stats as high as they are, why aren't there more of US studying and working in these high paying, always hiring career fields? That is the question we discussed and tried to answer on today's show.

Also on this episode we were delighted to have Larry Brown, NAACP Digital Media Manager, to speak on an opportunity of a lifetime for HBCU business students and also Steven Jackson, HU Alumni, participating in a unique men's health cause for the month of November.

10 - Be Thankful

Tue, 20 Nov 2012 05:00:00 +0000

With Thanksgiving right around the corner the HBCU Buzz Show wanted to bring attention to new legislature that has many Americans thankful after the election: legalizing same sex marriage & recreational marijuana in specific states. The real hot button issue here was the impact and consequences of the legalized weed industry.

Also on this show we were honored to have Linsey Issacs, co-founder of SPEC for our Entrepreneur Spotlight and Dr. Kent Smith from Langston University in our President's corner.

09 - Two Terms, Now What

Tue, 13 Nov 2012 05:00:00 +0000

After all the tv ads stop, the anticipation ends, and the election parties are over, we are left to discuss what a 2nd term for President Obama will really mean for the American people, if anything? You decide.

Also on this show the Buzz team was honored to have Gerard Murray of Tradition Ever Since HBCU Apparel, and Provost & Vice President of Academic Affiars Dr. Evelyn White from Talladega College.

08 - Decision 2012: Election Watch Party

Tue, 06 Nov 2012 05:00:00 +0000

On this historic night The HBCU Buzz Show discussed the history of voting for African Americans, the importance of voting, and knowing why we vote. As important as the 2012 election is, we also took the time to share 2008 election night stories from The HBCU Buzz team and listeners. #Buzz4Obama

07 - What's Going On

Tue, 09 Oct 2012 04:00:00 +0000

Nobody said it better than Marvin Gaye, what's going on? The main topic of this show was youth & college violence in 2012 both locally and nationally. We discussed with our guest the issues and possible solutions for the epidemic of black violence & the role of HBCU's in assisting. During this show we were also honored to have the founder of Black Celebrity Giving as a guest to speak on their new Fall Campaign to benefit over 20 organizations. Want to help? Listen for more info!

06 - Shades: Colorism in 2012

Tue, 02 Oct 2012 04:00:00 +0000

The topic of shades and colorism comes up at hbcu's during daily casual conversation, on social media and even the classroom. On this episode we defined colorism and dealt with why it still exists in 2012. We were also honored to have in our President's Corner, President Jennings from Lincoln University. And with this being our first show in October, Breast Cancer Awareness Month, we also stressed the importance of getting screened and living a healthy and balanced life.

05 - Mo Money Mo Problems: HBCU's and Financial Responsibilities

Tue, 25 Sep 2012 04:00:00 +0000

We all know the Diddy/B.I.G song Mo Money Mo Problems, but what happens when this applies to your university. For many HBCU’s, the possibility of foreclosure, loss of accreditation and lack of financial aid are all crucial issues in the fight to keep our HBCU’s open. So when you are given a “bail out” in order to improve and progress conditions at HBCU’s, who handles and manages this money effectively?

04 - Enough is Enough: The Culture of Hazing at HBCU's

Tue, 18 Sep 2012 04:00:00 +0000

When attending an HBCU there are a few topics that are seen and known but not spoken on to the general public. This episode choose to bring the issues of hazing at HBCU’s to the forefront and to discuss the culture that is being continued in HBCU organizations nationwide that in many ways has gone to far. How far is too far? You be the judge!

03 - Taking A Stand: HBCU's and The 2012 Election

Tue, 11 Sep 2012 04:00:00 +0000

This episode was dedicated to the importance of not only voting, but the information and knowledge on the real issues facing the young voters for the 2012 election. The HBCU Buzz show tackled hip hop’s influence on the election and candidates, what a young HBCU student needs in the next President, how our HBCU’s will survive for the next decade, and President Obama’s last 4 years. We were honored to have the Vice President of the Howard University Student Association as a guest.

02 - Who Run The World: HBCU Women of Power

Tue, 04 Sep 2012 04:00:00 +0000

Beyonce couldn’t have said it better, girls run the world! And for this show we chose to highlight women in the HBCU community that are truly power players. Our show discussed African American female athletes past and present, the issue of black women’s hair, useful tips and advice on getting involved on and off campus for students, Ebony magazines HBCU Campus Queens 2012, entertainment, sports and politics re-caps.

We were honored to have Francena McCorory: 2012 Olympian, gold medal winner, and Hampton University Alumni, Dr. Melayne Maclin: Celebrity hair and skin expert, and Mea Ashley: Miss Jackson State and a 2012 Ebony HBCU Campus Queen winner, as guests!

01 - A Different World: Back To School Edition

Tue, 28 Aug 2012 04:00:00 +0000

The first HBCU Buzz Show was dedicated to welcoming back all HBCU students, and especially the new class of 2016 to the HBCU Family. During the show we focused on tips and advice for being responsible and handling finances in college, highlighted the upcoming AT&T Nations’ Football Classic as well as all the HBCU Classics for the Labor Day weekend, fall fashion trends for 2012, entertainment news, and the excitement around the upcoming Homecomings.

Our guests for the show, President of Morehouse College, Dr. Franklin and Head Coach of the Howard University Football team Gary Harrell, provided both informative and entertaining interviews for our listeners!