Happy Juneteenth! In this edition, Randall & Shelbi’ breakdown the week in the culture. Randall interviews Howard University SGA President Kylie Burke about Howard’s sudden removal of the student, faculty & alumni trustee positions on their board. Pulse Politics correspondent Tiara Thomas weighs in on the trustee issue and gives her thoughts on Juneteenth becoming a federal holiday. Randall dives into the positive impact that Deion Sanders is making on HBCU football as Jackson State’s he...
Jun 19, 2021•1 hr 39 min•Season 2Ep. 16
In this edition of “Randall’s Thoughts”, Randall gives a response to the viewpoints given in the article released by Variety “Where Are All The College-Set TV Series?” Randall believes that this is accepted laziness on the account of the Hollywood writers, producers & directors as they won’t take a deep dive into the untold stories of college life. Boiling down college to just being “class, drinking, smoking & sex” is just factually incorrect and shows Hollywood doesn’t want to take risk...
Jun 18, 2021•16 min•Season 2Ep. 15
In this special episode, Randall & Shelbi’ are joined by Miss Lincoln University of Pennsylvania and host of “The Retired Queens Podcast” Czaria Reid. Both Shelbi’ & Czaria are Miami natives and are Trina superfans. The crew reacts to the Verzuz and determine a winner.
Jun 17, 2021•1 hr 6 min•Season 2Ep. 14
In this special episode, Randall speaks exclusively with Howard University SGA President Kylie Burke. Kylie speaks on Howard’s sudden removal of the Student, Alumni & Faculty affiliate positions on the Howard board-of-trustees and why it’s dangerous to stifle the voices of the students.
Jun 16, 2021•41 min•Season 2Ep. 13
In this edition of “Randall’s Thoughts”, Randall discusses Jackson State head coach Deion Sanders’s tweet about his player heading to a job after his morning workout & his recent discussion about HBCUs on the “I Am Athlete” podcast. According to Randall, Deion Sanders is already bringing value to HBCU sports & starting the discussion about a “cost of attendance” stipend is a perfect example.
Jun 14, 2021•9 min•Season 2Ep. 11
In this special episode, Randall is joined by Shelbi' to cover the Spelman College housing crisis. Shelbi' interviews Spelman College student and campus National Action Network president Taylor Dews about HBCU housing insecurity and what we can do to help the women of Spelman College moving forward.
Jun 11, 2021•19 min•Season 2Ep. 10
In this episode, Randall and the Pulse Politics team conducts an exclusive interview with Virginia Gubernatorial candidate Jennifer Carroll Foy. She speaks about her candidacy, her background in the HBCU community and specific policy points that will aid the black community. Randall & the Pulse Politics team then dive into hot button issues such as rating the Biden-Harris administrations first 100+ days, Joe Manchin qualified immunity, land grant funding issues and a Predominately White Inst...
Jun 08, 2021•1 hr 6 min•Season 2Ep. 8
In this episode, Randall speaks with the 33rd Miss Clark Atlanta University and new host of the "Queen Talk" podcast Jeydah Jenkins. Jeydah was one of Randall's election clients for the Spring 2021 season as he work as her campaign advisor & consultant. They reminisce on the campaign and look forward at her new role as the host of the "Queen Talk" podcast. Randall also breaks down how to run a successful HBCU Student Election campaign in a special edition of "Randall's Thoughts". Sponsored b...
Jun 02, 2021•59 min•Season 2Ep. 8
In this special edition of "Randall's Thoughts", Randall discusses the work that he did on the 33rd Miss Clark Atlanta University Jeydah Jenkins campaign and how to create a successful HBCU election campaign. Sponsored by the "Real Estate Cash Academy".
Jun 02, 2021•13 min•Season 2Ep. 7
In this episode, Randall reacts to Cam Anthony winning Season 20 of “The Voice” representing Team John Legend. Randall shows love to Cam but calls out the media for being lazy for not doing a deeper dive into the stories of all the contestants standing at the end as well as crowning Cam the winner weeks before the finale. “The Voice” Season 20 performer Denisha Dalton joins the show to talk about her journey and give her take on the results and this season of “The Voice”.
May 26, 2021•1 hr 29 min•Season 2Ep. 6
In a surprise pop-up on HBCU Pulse Instagram Live, Randall talks with Victor about his feelings leading into his final solo performance on season 20 on "The Voice" and briefly chronicles his journey on the show and the support that he's received.
May 25, 2021•18 min•Season 2Ep. 5
In this episode, host Randall Barnes reacts to Victor Solomon making the top 5 on “The Voice” based on popular vote and representing Team John Legend. Randall speaks with Season 20 featured performer & Howard University graduate Ainae Nielsen about her experience on the show and her breakdown of the top 5 artist headed to the Finale. Also, Randall connects with Season 20 performer Denisha Dalton via the HBCU Pulse Instagram Live chat!
May 19, 2021•1 hr 19 min•Season 2Ep. 4
In this episode Randall breaks down the odds of who makes the Top 5 and talks about Cam Anthony, who's emerged as the frontrunner to win the competition. Randall breaks down Victor's path to winning "The Voice" and interviews Season 20 featured singer Deion Warren about his experience & how he things the season will pan out.
May 18, 2021•1 hr 22 min•Season 2Ep. 3
In this episode, host Randall Barnes and co-host Starlet celebrate Victor Solomon for making it to the top 9 on “The Voice” with the most votes on Team John Legend. The duo then talks about Blake Shelton’s comment on Cam Anthony and the New York Post article that alleges about the show not creating superstars.
May 12, 2021•1 hr•Season 2Ep. 2
In this episode, host Randall Barnes and co-host Starlet Windham react to season 20 of NBC’s “The Voice” and hold a live voting afterparty for North Carolina A&T Student and top 17 contestant Victor Solomon. The duo interviews Jus Jon, “The Voice” season 19 featured performer and Norfolk State University graduate.
May 11, 2021•1 hr 7 min•Season 2Ep. 1
In this special edition, Randall previews the HBCU Career Week sponsored by "The Apollo Documentary: The Power Of Arts & Culture" by speaking with panelist and entertainment publicist Andre Watson of The Purple Agency. They speak about the difference between marketing & PR, his rise to success in his field and his time at the prestigious Northwestern University.
Mar 30, 2021•18 min•Season 1Ep. 9
In this episode, Randall spotlights two HBCU educated women making it happen in undergrad to end Women’s History Month. First, Randall speaks with Clark Atlanta University’s very own Mya Ashlee who was featured in the NBA All-Star Game singing “Lift Every Voice And Sing” as a member of Philharmonic Society. Then, Randall revisits his Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated Founder’s Day interview with BET Sunday Best Season 10 first runner-up and Fisk University student Jada Spight. Sponsored b...
Mar 28, 2021•1 hr 9 min•Season 1Ep. 8
In this edition, Randall speaks on how our generation often does just enough to get by instead of setting the standard. Randall says, "We sleepwalk to success and try our best to cut corners to get to where we want to be and wonder why we aren't there. Look in the mirror. You'll see."
Mar 22, 2021•6 min
In this special episode, Randall spotlights the Founder of The Shade Room Angie Nwandu. After HBCU Pulse’s viral video of Karizmah Wall’s Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated Probate Reveal was featured on TSR, Angie and Randall connected to make this moment happen. Sponsored by The Apollo Documentary.
Mar 22, 2021•50 min•Season 1Ep. 7
In our first Women’s History Month spotlight, Randall highlights Jahylin McKee. She’s the owner of the Public Relations firm J. McKee & Co. and a Savannah State University Alumna. Randall spoke with her about her student leadership journey at SSU, being Miss Savannah State Univesity and how her student leadership powered her career. Sponsored by “The Apollo Documentary: The Power Of Arts & Culture” and Ferrara.
Mar 14, 2021•37 min•Season 1Ep. 6
In an "A Queen's Series" and Pulse Radio Mashup, Randall talks with Tuskegee University Miss Student Government Association Jasmine McCollum. They talk about her time as Miss Freshman, the duties and responsibilities of Miss SGA on Tuskegee's campus. They also talk about her "A Woman Like Me" Women's Empowerment Conference.
Mar 13, 2021•25 min•Season 1Ep. 5
The Pulse Radio team reacts to the 70th NBA All-Star Game in Atlanta, Georgia. This All-Star Weekend was different because of the COVID-19 pandemic and the NBA's spotlight on HBCUs. Guest host CDK On The Mic gives an exclusive interview with Alexander Lowe (SGA President at Fort Valley State University) and Brianna Blake (Miss Lincoln University of Pennsylvania) about being featured in the virtual crowd during the game. CDK is also joined by Pulse Radio Correspondent Brian Barber and host of "Th...
Mar 11, 2021•41 min•Season 1Ep. 4
In this episode, the Pulse Radio team reacts to the D’Angelo & Friends Verzuz to end off Black History Month. Randall wasn’t impressed, expecting more from the Neo Soul legend. Randall & Shelbi are joined by viral singer and HBCU Advocate Jess Suilen Roc (Jessmine Cornelius) to talk about the Verzuz as well as her collegiate journey.
Mar 10, 2021•1 hr 2 min•Season 1Ep. 3
The Pulse Radio team reacts to Deion Sanders first game coaching at Jackson State University. The Tigers beat Edward Waters College 53-0. The crew discusses all angles of the game and how the media covered this modern day black history.
Mar 07, 2021•1 hr 30 min•Season 1Ep. 2
In this special edition of Randall’s Thoughts, Randall takes ESPN to task for underdelivering on their production of Deion Sanders first game coaching Jackson State University.
Feb 22, 2021•8 min
In the new premiere episode of “Pulse Radio”, host Randall Barnes & Pulse News Director Cala Callins explores the student election culture at Florida A&M University. They interview Miss FAMU Candidates Christelle Haygood, Ashley Quintanilla and Nur Suleiman as well as incoming SGA President & Vice President Carrington Whigham & Marcus Thomas.
Feb 21, 2021•1 hr 8 min•Season 1Ep. 1
Host Randall Barnes talks about what Pulse Radio is and why it will be a gamechanger for the podcast and radio industry.
Feb 05, 2021•3 min
