Melanated Discussions

Our podcast is about indulging in Blackness as an Ohio State student. It’s our goal to enlighten and inform the Black student population with the proper resources to be successful in the Columbus Community. Listeners will hear from the personal and expertise of Black Columbus community members, Black Ohio State students, staff, and faculty members. Each month we will discuss a new topic relative to the Black student perspective. For more information about the Melanated Discussions Podcast, follow us at @osublackcaucus on Instagram.

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Episodes

Black Mental Heath at OSU

This month's episode was in collaboration with The Black Mental Health Coalition and Black Students in Psychology and Neuroscience. On this episode, we embark on an journey into the world of Black students at The Ohio State University. Hosted by Nia, this episode aims to shed light on the often unspoken challenges and triumphs faced by Black students when it comes to their mental health. Join us as we hear from students who candidly share their experiences of juggling academics, social pressures...

Sep 29, 2023•49 min•Season 2Ep. 2

What is Melanated Discussions?

Join us in our first episode of the second season of Melanated Discussions where we take a deep dive into the origin of this podcast and talk on what is to come next. Also this episode serves as the informal introduction to a fraction of what BOSU looks like. A list of the community locations & Student organizations below: Community Centers: Rickenbacker Woods Foundation & Learning Center Linden Community Center Milo Grogan Community Center Food & Bevarage: Upper Cup Coffee Marvin's ...

Sep 04, 2023•45 min•Season 2Ep. 1

Black Women in Excellence

Hear from our special guests Dr. Elaine Richardson, Dr. Tanisha Jenkins, and Representative Latyna Humphrey talk about their experiences as a Black Woman in academia and the political sphere. Our guests engage in genuine conversation providing advice for Black undergraduate students navigating life.

Apr 07, 2023•55 min•Season 1Ep. 3

USG's Black Caucus: A Story of Legacy

Hear the first hand account of how the Undergraduate Black Caucus within the Undergraduate Student Government was created, the progress we've made since our founding, and the hopes our original leaders have for the future. Follow us on Instagram @osublackcaucus to keep up with our current events and projects!

Feb 28, 2023•40 min•Season 1Ep. 2

Black Travel

Are you thinking of traveling? Looking to planning that spring break trip or to spend a semester abroad? Listen to our first episode to hear about Louise Yahiaoui (Global Education and Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Specialist at OSU) and Jesse Djabatey's personal experiences traveling the world as well as their advice. If you are an OSU student seeking additional information, visit oia.osu.edu

Jan 20, 2023•1 hr 1 min•Season 1Ep. 1

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