The Tenacious Teacher Podcast

Bold voices. Real change. The blueprint for what’s next in education. Hosted by Candice Tolliver Burns, The Tenacious Teacher Podcast™ spotlights the educators, leaders, visionaries, builders and dreamers transforming what is possible for students and communities. Through candid, uplifting, unpredictable and often hilarious conversations, guests share the purpose, persistence and real-life lessons behind their impact. This is where bold ideas become action, challenges become change and tenacity turns purpose into progress. Powered by Friendship.

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  Episode #3

  The Power of Friendship: A Hall of Fame Legacy with Patricia Brantley

  Aug 11, 202618 minS2

  <p>Friendship Public Charter School CEO Patricia Brantley joins Candice Tolliver Burns to reflect on her induction into the National Charter School Hall of Fame and nearly three decades of transforming public education.</p><p>From launching Washington, DC’s first early college program to guiding Friendship through the COVID-19 pandemic, Brantley shares how bold leadership, innovation and an unwavering belief in children helped build one of the nation’s highest-performing public charter school networks. She also explores the power of joyful classrooms, the meaning behind “Friendship is family” and the urgency required to ensure every student has the opportunity to succe...

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  HBCU: Blueprint with Dr. Hakim Lucas

  Aug 10, 202626 minS0

  <p>The first episode of HBCU: The Blueprint is officially out on The Tenacious Teacher. We’re honored to kick off the series with Dr. Hakim Lucas, President of Virginia Union University. Available now on YouTube and wherever you stream your podcasts.</p><p><br/></p><p>#HBCUBlueprint #TenaciousTeacher #VUU #HBCU #EducationMatters</p>

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  Episode #5

  Courage, Sacrifice, and Tenacity with Bharti Bhasim

  Aug 10, 202624 minS1

  <p>Meet Bharti Bhasin, a remarkable math educator whose journey spans continents—from teaching high school in India to coaching math teachers at Friendship Collegiate Early College Academy in D.C. Her story is one of courage, sacrifice, and tenacity. Bharti didn’t just bring her talents to the U.S.—she rewrote her own future to help students write theirs.</p><p><br/></p><p>Watch or listen to The Tenacious Teacher on Apple, Spotify, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts!</p>

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  Episode #2

  Redefining Education Leadership with Naomi Shelton

  Aug 10, 202624 minS2

  <p>This episode of Tenacious Teacher features Naomi Shelton, CEO of the National Charter Collaborative, as she shares her perspective on leadership, innovation, and driving impact in charter education. The conversation explores what it means to lead with tenacity, support diverse education leaders, and challenge the status quo to improve student outcomes. From HBCU influence to national collaboration, this episode highlights the evolving “blueprint” for exceptional education.</p><p>#TenaciousTeacher #EducationLeadership #CharterSchools #HBCUExcellence #EducationEquity</p>

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  Bold and Beloved with Daijon Rice

  Aug 10, 202612 minS2

  <p>“The whole block wants to be in her class — and today, you’ll understand why.”Ms. Rice breaks down the outlook and daily practices that help our youngest scholars thrive academically and emotionally. This honest conversation is about teaching with purpose, choosing joy, setting the bar high, and creating a space where every child feels loved, capable, and ready to shine.This is what a tenacious teacher looks like.</p>

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