A Conversation with Brandon 'Griot B' Brown

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A Conversation with Brandon 'Griot B' Brown

Daniel interviews Griot B. Leonie shares a news update on the state budget deal that will renew mayoral control of NYC schools for two more years.

Dan Alicea

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Leonie

Apr 23, 2024

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Episode Summary

Leonie shares a news update about the budget negotiations over mayoral control, school funding and compliance with the new class size law. Daniel shares his interview with educator, motivational speaker and rapper, Brandon Brown, also known as "Griot B", to talk about "School Yard Rap." Brown also discusses his inspiration, the importance of representation, and the impact the program can have on students.

Episode Notes

School Yard Rap

Apple Music - School Yard Rap

Chalkbeat New York: Albany extends mayoral control for 2 years, tweaking NYC’s education panel

Leonie Haimson: Post mortem on a disappointing state budget

Discussion about this podcast

Talk Out of School

A weekly podcast and radio show on WBAI 99.5 FM NYC, hosted by Leonie Haimson of Class Size Matters, and Daniel Alicea of Educators of NYC. We speak about the issues and controversies affecting public schools and public education in New York City, statewide and nationally.

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