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Anthony Ray talks with Dr. Ibram X. Kendi, Winner of the 2016 National Book Award for Nonfiction, about his latest book entitled, "Stamped from the Beginning...The Definitive History of Racist Ideas in America".

Anthony Ray discuss UNCF's Frederick D. Patterson Research Report, "FEWER RESOURCES, MORE DEBT: Loan Debt Burdens Students at Historically Black Colleges and Universities" with co-authors and Sr. Research Associates, Dr. Krystal L. Williams and Katherine M. Saunders.

Anthony Ray and Eddie Francis disucss PR Strategies for HBCUs that are facing accreditation issues on The HBCU Nation Radio Show.

Anthony Ray and Dr. Charlie Nelms, HBCU Advocate, discuss the HBCUs under a Trump Administration on The HBCU Nation Radio Show

Anthony Ray and Dr. Rahsaan Harris, President and CEO of the Emma L. Bowen Foundation discuss the Emma L. Bowen Foundation's Fellows program which helps students of color who aspire careers in media. The Emma Bowen Foundation was founded in 1989 to diversify the media industry by giving talented students of color the opportunity to intern at some of the nation’s leading media companies. During its 26-year history, the Emma Bowen Foundation has provided internships for almost 800 students of color, the majority of whom have gone on to have successful careers in the industry as producers, journalists, executives, and more.

In the summer of 2014, Gerald Hector published a whitepaper with the Southern Education Foundation entitled, "Navigating the New Normal: Financial Imperatives for MSI Effectiveness, and Avoiding Financial Exigency". In this interview, Anthony Ray and Gerald Hector discuss the themes noted in that paper to see if anything has changed.

Anthony Ray talks with the Founder of the HBCU Spirit of America Bowl, Neil A. Malvone. He is also the founder and CEO of Cutting Edge Sports Management which creates, organizes & hosts sports events including the annual Dream Bowl Weekend which presents two college football all-star games each year on Martin Luther King, Jr. Weekend. HBCU Spirit of America Bowl Virginia Beach, Virginia January 11-16, 2017

This week's HBCU Queen is Jaemica Logan, 2016-2017 Queen of Harris-Stowe State University located in St. Louis, Missouri.

Anthony talks with John T. Grant, Executive Director of The Air Force Reserve Celebration Bowl of this years event held December 17, 2016 at the Georgia Dome in Atlanta, GA at 12 Noon EST. The Air Force Reserve Celebration Bowl features the champions of the HBCU Divion One - MEAC and SWAC Conferences celebrating "Heritage, Legacy, Pageantry and Tradition".

Anthony Ray talks with Commander Warren Judge on #TheHBCUNationradioShow. Commander Warren Judge is a Ccommander in the United States Coast Guard, Executive Officer of Coast Guard Base Elizabeth City and an Elizabeth State University Alumn.

Chris shares volume two of his co-edited anthology, "HBCU Experience-The Book, Vol II" with our Host, Anthony Ray on #TheHBCUNationRadioShow. Chris also discuss the role of HBCUs in activism and voting on the broadcast. Co-edited by Black college alumni Dr. Tia Tyree and Christopher D. Cathcart, HBCU Experience – The Book celebrates the rich legacy and experiences of those who attended HBCUs. Further, with the debate still raging over the relevance and need for HBCUs in the new millennium, this collection of more than 60 essays showcases the unique journey of HBCU graduates, highlights the important need for these institutions and accentuates the overall benefits of having an HBCU education.

Our 'Go To Guy in all things PR and Marketing', Eddie Francis shares his interview with Dr. Froswa' on The HBCU Nation Radio Show with our Host, Anthony Ray. Eddie Francis is the HBCU Lifestyle Podcast host and Greek life contributor as well as a speaker, award-winning media veteran, and talent acquisition professional. He is a regular contributor to "The HBCU Nation Radio Show" and award-winning "Sunday Journal" talk shows. Eddie has written for The Huffington Post, The Ladders, Great Black Speakers, LinkedIn, Social-Hire, Write to Bear Alms, Greek Ladders, and Careers in Government. He is a member of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. and you can learn more about him at EddieFrancis.com.

Dr. Nelms shares tips and advise for success in his pieceentitled, "Class of 2020", published in HBCULifestyle.com. Charlie Nelms, Ed.D., is a passionate advocate for college access and student success. He has held chancellor positions at Indiana University East, the University of Michigan-Flint, and North Carolina Central University. In retirement, he is a full-time advocate for HBCUs.

Dr. Brian K. Bridges discuss "Building better futures: The value of a UNCF investment" with our Host, Anthony Ray for The HBCU Nation Radio Show. Brian Bridges, Ph.D., is UNCF's vice president of research and member engagement and leads UNCF's Frederick D. Patterson Research Institute (FDPRI) and the Institute for Capacity Building (ICB). He serves as UNCF's chief research officer, principal editor and contributor for FDPRI's publications and the manager of internal and external projects involving capacity building, evaluation and assessment.

Dr. Charlie Nelms talks with our Host, Anthony Ray about his piece, "An Open Letter To Donald Trump", specifically addressing whats makes America great. Charlie Nelms, Ed.D, is a transformational servant-leader, a motivational speaker, and a consultant with expertise in higher education. He has more than 40 years of experience and leadership in student access, retention, and graduation; institutional effectiveness; and strategic planning.

Mel and Pearl Shaw discuss, "So You Want to Be A College President" with our Host, Anthony Ray for The HBCU Nation Radio Show. This discussion is based upon their interview with Dr. Belle Wheelan. "Your success as a college president requires that you combine your technical or subject matter expertise with strong leadership skills". Mel and Pearl Shaw are the authors of Prerequisites for Fundraising Success available on Amazon.com. For help growing your fundraising visit www.saadandshaw.com or call (901) 522-8727.

Based on an article from Dillard University, "Dillard President Walter M. Kimbrough joins 34 other HBCU Presidents in 'A Call for Peace and Unity' ", Dr. Kimbrough discuss this topic with our Host, Anthony Ray on The HBCU Nation Radio Show.

Jarrett L. Carter, Sr., Founding Editor of HBCUDigest.com shares his piece,"Larry Wilmore and the Tragic Heroism of Intelligent Blackness Why black consciousness will always fail to cross over" on The HBCU Nation Radio Show with our Host, Anthony Ray.

Founder and Chief Editor of HBCUDigest.com joins Anthony Ray on The HBCU Ntion Radio Show to discuss his piece entitled, "Why People Are Giving More to HBCUs: How America’s race problem is spurring renewed support from black college alumni, and Black America at large."

Tamara shares her latest work, Pretty, with our Host, Anthony Ray on The HBCU Nation Radio Show. "The album Pretty is themed from a conversation about cultural influences around beauty, racial history and self-confidence."