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A Better Chance TV...with Mz Mo!

Monique Robinson

Educational Conversations with Scholars in Mind. "Our mission is to empower and uplift scholars pursuing higher education at HBCUs, ensuring they have the resources, support, and opportunities needed for a successful future. Through mentorship, scholarship programs, and community engagement, we strive to create a pathway to excellence, fostering academic achievement, leadership development, and a strong sense of cultural identity. Together, we are building a brighter future for young scholars,

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22:05

Quiet Campuses, Big Futures: The Power Of HBCU Roots...

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2025/11/14

Send us a text Doors don’t open by accident—they open because communities decide to turn the handle. We celebrate student achievements, shine a light on HBCU pathways, and share tangible ways to show up, from buying a book that centers Black educational stories to cheering on a local step show that fuels scholarships and joy. Along the way, we welcome a staffing founder who traces her journey from Wilberforce’s quiet hills to building a national recruiting firm, proving how mentorship, rigoro...

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36:44

Where Voices Rise, Youth Lead, And Giving Turns Into...

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2025/11/14

Send us a text A neighborhood can change when one brave yes turns into many. That’s the heartbeat of this conversation as we spotlight local leaders who feed families, mentor girls into confident young women, bring step culture roaring back to San Antonio, and create real publishing opportunities for HBCU student artists. We kick off with Ronald Gordon of WSAN Radio, a community voice rooted in service. When Monique asked for help, Ronald committed to feeding 25 families for Thanksgiving bef...

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40:18

Wilberforce Pride, Alumni Power

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2025/10/29

Send us a text One decision on a two-lane road can change a life. Del Woods left Philadelphia for a small HBCU campus in Ohio and discovered a community that turned quiet potential into confident leadership. In this conversation, our National Alumni President shares how a no-excuses business program, a famously tough professor, and a family-style campus culture forged the skills she now uses to lead, build, and serve. We dig into what makes Wilberforce different: intimate classrooms where yo...

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97:42

Wilberforce Alumni Reflect On Legacy, Mentors, And...

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2025/10/24

Send us a text A tiny campus in Ohio became a launchpad to the world. We brought together four Wilberforce alumni for an energizing, unscripted reunion that celebrates how a small HBCU forged big courage: professors who refused mediocre work, a choir director who taught self-advocacy, and a community that funded buses to the Million Man March. From classrooms to Cairo, they share how confidence, rigor, and family-first culture turned students into leaders, authors, educators, and creators. W...

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72:08

The Unseen Work of Education: Mentors, Mistakes, and...

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2025/10/14

Send us a text What changes when educators stop whispering their stories and start saying them out loud? We went live to introduce Voices of Education, a new anthology that brings together teachers, advisors, and leaders across K–12 and higher ed to tell the truth about classroom life—mentors who saw more in us, rookie mistakes that taught the real lessons, and the quiet breakthroughs that keep us going. We kick off with gratitude and a clear mission: give educators a platform to be seen and...

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29:59

Fueling HBCUs, Building Futures: Mentorship, Money,...

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2025/10/03

Send us a text Start with the celebration, stay for the blueprint. We dig into what it actually takes to carry Black and Brown students from middle school affirmation to HBCU graduation—calling out performative mentorship, naming the prison pipeline, and replacing vague “support” with concrete logistics that feed, fund, and finish. Our guest, Tanisha, reveals BELL Academy—Beyond Excellence Ladies Leadership Academy—a nonprofit microschool where girls gain safety, voice, and hard skills: STEAM...

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28:40

Tiny Baton, Big Stage

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2025/10/01

Send us a text A tiny baton, a big stage, and a six-year-old with fearless focus—meet Aleem, the youngest drum major we’ve ever featured. From the first beat, his joy is contagious. We talk about the rhythm of practice at home, the guidance of a committed coach, and how a supportive parent keeps the fun front and center while building real skills. It’s a story about early talent and steady encouragement, but it’s also a roadmap for how a community turns a spark into a sustainable path. We di...

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18:12

Embracing Change, Owning Purpose: A Playbook for...

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2025/10/01

Send us a text When change knocks you off balance, do you brace—or build? We sit down with Dr. Monique Robinson to map a clear path from disruption to purpose-driven momentum, tracing how a pandemic pivot became a nonprofit, a TV platform, and books that elevate student voices. The conversation moves from mindset to mechanics, showing how courage, clarity, and community turn an uncomfortable season into a strategy for growth. We unpack purpose as a daily operating system, not a slogan. Dr. R...

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53:37

Empowering Artists: San Antonio's Only Black Art Gallery

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2025/09/24

Send us a text Maria Williams shares her journey as founder and curator of In the Eye of the Beholder Art Gallery, San Antonio's only Black art gallery, and how she's creating space for cultural pride and representation in the art world. • Founded the Art of Four Art Initiative to advocate for Black and minority artists after noticing lack of representation in grant awards • Started with coffee shop meetings with four admired artists before hosting first exhibition in a friend's home • Teach...

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27:42

From Sweet Potato Pies to Shared Spaces: Building The...

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2025/09/16

Drop Us A Line…. Faith, family, and entrepreneurship beautifully intertwine in this heartwarming conversation with Will and Shannon Corbett, founders of The Vine—a unique collaborative marketplace coming to San Antonio. The couple, joined by their adorable baby daughter Ella, share how a beloved family recipe transformed into a community-focused business venture. The journey began with Will's grandmother's sweet potato pie recipe, which he adapted to be gluten-free when Shannon was diagnosed...

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64:38

Beyond Academics: The Legacy Scholarship Empowering...

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2025/09/15

Drop Us A Line…. We celebrate our Takisha A Davis Scholarship presentation, awarding promising HBCU students across the country. The competition was fierce with over 70 initial applicants narrowed down to ten outstanding finalists representing schools including Florida A&M, Prairie View, Howard, and Spelman. • Anthony H. Brown joins to help present the scholarships and shares news about his book "Inspire Me Moments" • Special guest Pamela Davis emphasizes the importance of educational fo...

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30:30

The Grambling-Prairie View Classic: Where Education...

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2025/09/03

Drop Us A Line…. Building bridges that connect students to historically Black colleges and universities takes dedication, collaboration, and vision. This powerful conversation between Dr. Monique Robinson and board member Leon Frye unveils the critical work happening in San Antonio and beyond to create pathways for young scholars to discover HBCUs. At the heart of their discussion is the formation of the South Texas HBCU Alumni Alliance – a collaborative initiative bringing together graduate...

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51:53

Legacy and New Beginnings: Parents and Students...

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2025/08/26

Drop Us A Line…. The bittersweet milestone of college move-in day takes center stage as two remarkable HBCU freshmen share their first weeks on campus at North Carolina A&T and Florida A&M University. Through candid conversations with students and their parents, we witness the emotional journey of families embracing this transformative chapter. Devon, now proudly wearing the blue and gold at NC A&T, offers a glimpse into authentic campus life - from the synchronized yellow shirts...

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66:12

Legacy, Learning, and Letting Go: The HBCU Freshman...

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2025/08/20

Drop Us A Line…. The college transition marks a pivotal moment for students and their families—a bittersweet blend of excitement, anxiety, and profound change. In this heartfelt episode, we witness the beautiful, sometimes emotional journey of exceptional young scholars who've reached our scholarship competition's top 20 while simultaneously beginning their HBCU experiences across the country. From Howard University's historic campus to "the highest of seven hills" at Florida A&M to Tusk...

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23:42

Rattlers Gonna Rattle: Promys Smith's FAMU Adventure...

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2025/08/18

Drop Us A Line…. We explore the journey of P. Smith as she prepares to attend Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University (FAMU) with her mother, Nashika Thomas, by her side, highlighting their experience in the scholarship competition and the college preparation process. • P. Smith's has climbed from position #44 to #6 in the Takisha A Davis Scholarship Program • Nashika describes managing scholarship applications, essays, and deadlines while Promys balanced cheerleading commitments • Pr...

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61:46

Parents and Students Navigate the Final Days Before...

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2025/08/13

Drop Us A Line…. Four families prepare to send their HBCU-bound scholars to college in just six days, sharing their emotional journeys and hopes for the future as part of the Takesha A. Davis Scholarship competition. • Aniya Williams heads to FAMU to pursue orthodontics after being accepted to 50 schools and earning over a million dollars in scholarships • Paris Holiday, described as ambitious and a natural leader, chose Hampton University to prepare for a career in anesthesiology • Ja'Sean ...

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29:32

Behind Every Scholar Stands a Supportive Parent

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2025/08/12

Drop Us A Line…. "Every student deserves an opportunity, an opportunity for hope and a future," declares Dr. Monique Robinson as we dive into Round 3 of the Takisha A Davis Scholarship competition. Now in its fifth year, this scholarship program has transformed from a modest tribute to a late sister with a heart for young people into a significant platform celebrating exceptional student achievement. The competition has narrowed dramatically from 70 initial applicants to the top 20 contender...

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From Obstacles to Opportunities: Discovering Your...

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2025/08/10

Drop Us A Line…. Change might feel uncomfortable, but it's where our greatest growth happens. Dr. Monique Robinson knows this firsthand, having launched a non-profit organization, television show, and written multiple books during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic. What seemed like an impossible time became the fertile ground for her most meaningful work. As founder and CEO of A Better Chance For You Futures Incorporated, Dr. Robinson's mission burns bright: helping minority scholars acces...

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What happens when tradition shapes your future?

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2025/08/10

Drop Us A Line…. What happens when family traditions shape your college choice? Zemyria Jones, a top 20 finalist in the Takisha A. Davis Scholarship Competition, stands at this pivotal crossroads as she prepares to attend Tuskegee University while continuing her family's rich HBCU legacy. This heartwarming conversation between host Monique Robinson and Zamyria's mother, Joletta Ellington, reveals the beautiful complexity of HBCU family traditions. As a first-generation college graduate herse...

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41:44

Roots and Wings: HBCU Dreams and Parental Support

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2025/08/09

Drop Us A Line…. The transformative power of educational opportunity takes center stage in this heartfelt exploration of parental pride, cultural connection, and academic excellence. As the Takesha A. Davis Scholarship Program enters its third round, we shift our focus to the remarkable parents supporting their HBCU-bound scholars. From suburban Washington DC to rural communities across America, these families share the emotional complexity of sending their children to college. "She's my onl...

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