The Things Fall Apart Podcast

What do you do when things fall apart? On the Things Fall Apart Podcast, Eugene navigates the life altering situations that make us who we are. The host answers questions and provides light to everything going on in our world with help from today's most enchanting artists, activists, academics, political thinkers, and most importantly, you, the people. Join Eugene as he discusses how to move forward, and how to put things back together again, when things fall apart.

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Rebuilding Through Reflection: A Conversation on Art, Education, and Authenticity

Dr. Eugene Lee Johnson returns with a soul-stirring conversation alongside musician and educator Lord Dexter Jackson, kicking off a new season dedicated to rebuilding what breaks apart in our lives. The discussion opens with a question that stops you in your tracks: "Who are you without your trauma?" Lord Dexter's candid response reveals the confident, optimistic person beneath layers of life experience. This sets the stage for an exploration of how Black Americans navigate both personal and col...

Apr 04, 2025•1 hr 26 min•Season 3Ep. 1

It's About Time Black Panther Party feat. Mr. Billy X Jennings

In this episode of the Things Fall Apart Podcast, Eugene and special guest host Jordan McGowan interview Mr. Billy X Jennings. Honestly, it is more of a storytelling than an interview. Mr. Jennings was a member of the Oakland chapter of the Black Panther Party from 1968 - 1974. Today, Mr. Jennings is a historian, archivist, and activist. In this episode of the Things Fall Apart podcast Mr. Jennings details his radicalization, his time in the Black Panther Party, his famous teacher, and his relat...

Mar 18, 2021•1 hr 26 min•Season 2Ep. 2

ArtSoulLife

In the first episode of season 2 of The Things Fall Apart Podcast, Artist Travis Pickett joins Eugene to discuss family, fatherhood, friendship, and the nuances of creating meaningful art. Travis and Eugene discuss the beginnings of their friendship, their love for their home Southern University, and how one learns how to create. You will love this episode as you get a little bit of art, a little bit of soul, and a whole lot of life!

Feb 11, 2021•1 hr 35 min•Season 2Ep. 1

Listen to Black women feat. Attorney Portia Allen-Kyle

In this episode of The Things Fall Apart Podcast, Civil Rights attorney Portia Allen-Kyle joins Eugene to discuss politics, her career as an attorney and policy advisor, the 2020 election, and the intersections that Black women exist in. Please watch Attorney Portia Allen-Kyle discuss the Douglass plan that she helped the Pete Buttigieg team craft to make Black people feel seen. You will love this episode!

Oct 29, 2020•2 hr 21 min•Season 1Ep. 4

Who are your top 5 TV dads feat. Dr. Jide Bamishigbin

In this episode of The Things Fall Apart Podcast, Dr. Olajide Bamishigbin joins Eugene to discuss depression and Black fatherhood, parental policies, Dr. Bamishigbin's penchant for making lists, and the top 5 entertainment Black dad's. You won't want to miss this super informative episode!

Oct 22, 2020•1 hr 17 min•Season 1Ep. 3

Faith, Friends, and Fighting for Futures feat. Dr. Leroy Long III

In this episode of The Things Fall Apart Podcast, Dr. Leroy Long III and Eugene discuss fighting for our futures, faith and its intersection with our lives, and having friends who keep us whole. Dr. Long III also discusses the Black In Engineering community and their call to action for their discipline and the world in the times of Black Lives Matter. Please check out the Black Engineering Faculty speak youtube page for some great videos and words of wisdom.

Aug 27, 2020•1 hr 7 min

Engineering A Positive Future feat. Dr. Chukwuebuka C. Nweke

In this episode of The Things Fall Apart Podcast, Dr. Chukwuebuka C. Nweke (Civil Geotechnical Engineer) speaks of how goals are always in sight even when you fall off beat. Dr. Nweke also details his life journey and how we all transition in life.

Aug 27, 2020•1 hr 2 min

The Things Fall Apart Podcast Promo

Eugene Johnson converses with some great artists, activists, academics, and political thinkers. By telling our stories, we can allow others and ourselves to heal. It's an inside look at how humans overcome trials to become who they are today.

Aug 12, 2020•1 min

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