Bruh, Speak Up!
Bruh, Speak Up! is a podcast for everyday people seeking to find their voice amid the noise. It empowers those who are tired of staying silent on the issues that matter most to them.
Episodes
10 episodes
They Don’t Get to Tell My Story: Dr. Shawnte’ Elbert on Speaking Up Against Workplace Bullying
In this eye-opening episode of Bruh Speak Up, Dr. Shawnte’ Elbert exposes the harsh reality of workplace bullying in academia, where a culture of silence allows toxicity to thrive. She shares her personal experiences navigating p...
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Episode 10
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1:10:30
EP 9: Standing Up and Speaking Out: Lessons in Courage and Community
In this episode of BRUH SPEAK UP, host Dametraus Jaggers talks about why it’s important to find and use your voice to stand up for what’s right. He explains how laws like the Tennessee Dismantle DEI Act can hurt communities and shares ...
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Episode 9
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33:17
Finding Your Voice in a Noisy World: Too Much News, Attacks On DEI, And Boycotting Target
In this episode of Bruh Speak Up, host Dametraus Jaggers discusses the significance of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in the U.S. The conversation explores the historical context of DEI, the challenges posed by misinformation, the...
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Episode 8
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40:52
Theotis Robinson Jr.'s Journey: Desegregating the University of Tennessee & Being A Voice for Change
In this episode, Dametraus Jaggers interviews Theotis Robinson Jr., a prominent civil rights activist and the first black undergraduate student at the University of Tennessee. The conversation explores Robinson's journey through the civil right...
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Episode 7
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1:00:33
Why Your Voice Matters, Inspiration From The Six Triple Eight & Investing In Your Voice In 2025
Kick off the new year with Bruh, Speak Up! where I reflect on the powerful insights from my conversation with Jael Kerandi, the trailblazing former Student Government Association president at the University of Minnesota. I also dive in...
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Episode 6
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37:36
Bruh, Speak Up! with Jael Kerandi: First Black Student Body President, Demands for Change After George Floyd, Leading Through COVID-19, and Finding Strength in Faith and Family
In this episode, Dr. Dametraus Jaggers hosts a powerful conversation with Jael Kerandi—public speaker, activist, and advocate. As the first Black president and vice president of the Student Government Association at the University of Minnesota,...
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Episode 5
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1:47:38
Finding Courage: The Two Types of Crime, the Bystander Effect, and When Intervening Leads To Racial Profiling
In this episode of Bruh, Speak Up! we dive into the “bystander effect” and explore how silence can create ripple effects that shape both our personal lives and society. Building on our conversation with Dr. H. Bernard Hall in the last ...
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Episode 4
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42:23
"I Got Something to Say" with Dr. Bernard Hall: Embracing Black Identity, Disturbing the Peace and Finding Your Why
In this engaging episode of Bruh Speak Up! Dr. Dametraus Jaggers is joined by Hip-hop educator, Dr. H. Bernard Hall to discuss his personal journey with Black identity, navigating different spaces, and the importance of finding one's voice.&nbs...
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Episode 3
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1:30:30
Two Things Can Be True Part II: Black Women, Double Standards, and What Black Men Say About Donald Trump
In this episode of "Bruh! Speak Up," host Dr. Dametraus Jaggers shares his inspiring journey of self-discovery and highlights the importance of recognizing the unique experiences of black women within the context of ongoing race and gender issu...
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Episode 2
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39:46
Two Things Can Be True Part I: Embracing My Identity, Advocating for Black Women & Making Sense of Obama’s “Lecture” to Black Men
In the inaugural episode of Bruh, Speak Up, host Dr. Dametraus Jaggers shares his journey toward earning a college degree and embracing his identity as a Black man. He explores how this self-acceptance has deepened his understanding of the uniq...
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Season 1
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Episode 1
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53:43