The Black Digerati

On this week's show we ponder the question Where Are Blacks in Technology? Why are so many in the black community averse to technology use? Are we afraid of it? We need to embrace in our lives and in our business. Let's get into it!

What should I do with my life?

On the show this week, Mateen and I talk about how to go about choosing the right career. Obviously, we can not provide all of the answers to this important question in thirty minutes but we do intend to provide a few things that have helped us along the way and give concrete examples of how these ideas can work for you.

One of my favorite resources on this journey is a web-based newsletter entitled "Finding Your Prosperity.com.

You can visit them here and sign up for a very helpful newsletter.

2 Live Stews on the same page

Last week on the show Mateen and I discussed the need for mentors in the Black community. It looks like we were on to something. I have since learned that Susan telling has started a mentoring program. Today it came to my attention that 2 Live Stews are calling for the same. Read more....

Dr. Ron Kelley's EduRap

This Sunday Mateen and I will have a conversation with Dr. E. Ron Kelley. Dr. Kelley has produced an educational music cd called EduRap. He travels around the country using an aspect of culturally relevant pedagogy and helping students all across the land to improve their test scores. Learn more about Dr. Kelley's work here.

The Miracle of Mentoring

On Sunday, Mateen and I discussed the importance of mentors in the African American community. African American males are suffering. Do you know what the leading cause of death is among African American males? It is suicide. We need more Black men to mentor. I attended a mentoring meeting last week. Of the 25 mentors in attendance I was the only Black male. This has to change. Black men it is time to stand up. Join 100 Black Men of America and become a mentor. For more information pick up a copy of The Miracle of Mentoring from amazon.com.

Hotep,
Kai Ajala Dupé