Join us for the Season 1 finale of the Grab Your Y podcast with De'Andre Cherry, a Physicist and Nanoengineer from the Bay Area. From our days at Morehouse College, to navigating the game of life, Cherry shares his unique perspective on being

Destined for Science: The Power of Mentorship in Navigating STEM

Jan 18th, 2024 1h 29m

Step into the world of Dr. Michael Johnson, a mentor, Associate Professor and Dean with a unique story. From his musical roots and leadership as head drum major at Duke to his unexpected transition into science, Michael's journey is a fascinat

The Way to Be a Man is YOUR Way to Be a Man

Jan 4th, 2024 1h 1m

North Carolina natives? Check. Tar Heels? Check. In this episode, we explore Cedric Brown's journey to authenticity, with insights into his experiences as a Black queer man. Rooted in both the divine and his personal determination, he sheds li

From Mischief to Men: Navigating Black Childhood and Brotherhood

Dec 22nd, 2023 1h 14m

Join me and Quintin Boykins, my partner in crime since middle school, as we dive into the undervalued curiosity of Black children, the importance of context in understanding our worth, the unique experiences of attending an HBCU (shout-out to

Black Men Affirmed: From STEM Scholars to Lifelong Friends

Dec 7th, 2023 1h 16m

In this episode of Grab Your Y, I chop it up with Jockquin Jones. Our friendship started in 2009 through a research internship at Howard University. As we delve into Jock's distinctive path to academic and career success, we explore the crucia

The Best Man: Brotherhood, Manhood, and Morehouse

Nov 23rd, 2023 1h 23m

Join me in an engaging and reflective conversation with one of my closest friends, Dominic Jones. From our freshman days at Morehouse College, we explore the paths that brought us to our beloved alma mater. Dominic shares insightful views on m

The Come Up: Struggle, Serendipity, and Triumph (Part 2)

Nov 9th, 2023 1h 16m

Join us for Part 2 of my conversation with Kornelius Bankston, as we talk salary, the struggles of striving for success, and the incredible journey from an unexpected offer to Georgia Tech's MBA program during a lunch break to driving for Inst

Parallel Pathways: Rejections & Resilience in Science and Tech (Part 1)

Oct 26th, 2023 1h 12m

In this episode, I invite you to meet my mentor and friend, Kornelius Bankston, a fellow chemistry alumnus from Morehouse College. We explore the genesis of our unique bond, marked by the many intersections in our educational and career journe

From Cool to Confident: A Father’s Wisdom on Art, Science, and Identity (Part 2)

Oct 26th, 2023 1h

In this episode, we explore my dad's approach to fatherhood and the transformative moments that cultivated my critical thinking and confidence. We discuss a pivotal childhood conversation, defining inner peace and confidence as true cool, and

From Black Boyhood to Black Manhood: A Father’s Reflection (Part 1)

Oct 26th, 2023 47m 52s

In our inaugural episode, we delve into some of the foundational moments that shaped my dad's journey from black boyhood to becoming the man he is today. Join us as we transport back to a small town in Eastern North Carolina, where his experien

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