Episodes
Check out the Cody's bracketology of the playoffs on audio: Thank you all for the support of the podcast. The league has been a blessing! Thank you all for your brotherhood and family. Thanks for your attention on the podcast. Please subscribe and tune in more.  I have a Patreon where I teach physics and other subjects.   Sincerely, Nellum
Published 07/24/23
This podcast was inspired by a recent Neil Degrass Tyson on race.  Enjoy! Nellum
Published 07/16/23
A conversation about quantum physics and hiphop.
Published 07/10/23
Welcome to Play Detroit Basketball! In this week's video, Cody is back with his top 8 picks for week 8 of the season. With updated standings and a keen eye for talent, Cody is ready to share his predictions with you. Who will make it onto his list this week? Will there be any surprises or upsets? Tune in to find out! Whether you're a league fan or just looking for basketball inspiration, this video is for you. Get ready for some high-energy plays, expert analysis, and fun. Don't forget to...
Published 06/28/23
"Are you being watched? Don't be the spook by the door, hiding in plain sight. They'll find you!" #CNP #newepisode
Published 05/06/23
I got my brother Sharif El-Mekki, from the 8 Black Hands Podcast, on the @calvinnellumpodcast. This is full circle! I’m blessed! Let’s talk about it! “Black men currently account for less than two percent of the U.S. public school teacher workforce, according to the National Center for Education Statistics’ National Teacher and Principal Survey and Dr. Travis J. Bristol of the University of California, Berkeley. This trend has been attributed to the lack of mentorship or misalignment in...
Published 04/13/23
Come Play Detroit Men's Basketball League has been a huge blessing for me. Before joining the league I was 215 pounds, now after 4 sessions I'm 175 pounds. I've met many brothers and developed valuable relationships. Every person needs a hobby, basketball is mine.  On this episode of the Calvin   Nellum Podcast, I interviewed the owner of Come Play Detroit, Justin Jacobs, and my boy Cody Borst MVP of the Men's Basketball this year. We talked about the league, me, and basketball!  Much love...
Published 04/08/23
Full #AbbottElementary episode will be out in hour on YouTube!  Watch through this link:  https://youtube.com/@MrNellumkalvin Affirmative Argument on Abbott:  The show often portrays teachers as unprepared, disorganized, and overwhelmed, which can perpetuate negative stereotypes about teachers and undermine their professionalism. Lack of focus on education: The show is primarily a workplace comedy and tends to focus on the interpersonal dynamics among the staff at Abbott Elementary, rather...
Published 03/28/23
“Abbott Elementary” a Comedy or Tragedy   Affirmative Argument: The show is a tragedy for teachers in education because it perpetuates negative stereotypes and misrepresents the teaching profession.  Negative Argument: The show is not a tragedy for teachers in education because it is a work of fiction and should not be taken as a representation of reality.  #AbbottElementary #Education #Debate
Published 03/19/23
Have you ever heard of Cybernetics? Now's your time to learn! Cybernetics is the study of social systems, such as Capitalism or Communism, with the assistance of science and tech, so we can improve those very systems. In this episode, we talked about " Extraction Economies," and examples of sustainable systems that improve biodiversity and the overall Earth's health.
Published 03/15/23
The title of a book written by Angie Thomas about police brutality towards black people and minorities The Hate You Give stands for thug which is shortened from thug life acronym for "The Hate U Give Little Infants F***s Everyone" this acronym was made by American rap artist 2Pac ( Tupac Shakur) who was one of the inspirations for the book. ‘The thug life what you give us as seeds grows and blows up in your face’ - Tupac Shakur. The hate you give ‘The Hate U Give Little Infants F*%^# Everyone.’
Published 03/13/23
Remastered! Added the Patreon version for the trouble!  Thanks, Nellum  Subscribe to Patreon: patreon.com/CalvinNellumPodcast Subscribe to Youtube:  @MrNellumkalvin
Published 03/12/23
Remastered! Added the Patreon version for the trouble!  Thanks, Nellum  Subscribe to Patreon: patreon.com/CalvinNellumPodcast Subscribe to Youtube:  @MrNellumkalvin
Published 03/08/23
"I seen some cold nights and bloody days They grab and me bullets spray They use me wrong so I sing this song 'til this day My body is cold steel for real I was made to kill, that's why they keep me concealed Under car seats they sneak me in clubs Been in the hands of mad thugs They feed me when they load me with mad slugs Seventeen precisely, one in my head They call me Desert Eagle, semi-auto with lead I'm seven inches four pounds, been through so many towns." - Nas - I Gave You Power
Published 03/05/23
A topic about Social Emotional Learning (SEL). We discussed  the definition of SEL, dispelled its myths, and played BINGO. Enjoy! Vickie Willis Ryan Dougherty Rhea Cooper #SEL #mentalhealth #copingskills #education #socialemotionallearning  The audio is low, fixing it as we speak!
Published 02/25/23
“There is NoPlanetB” People always say kids are “The Future!” “We got to take care of “The Future!” Kids are precious and must be protected at all cost! What about the children? Naw! I ain’t buying it! Honestly! What world are we leaving for, “The Future,”? How excited is “The Future” about its future? Are these mass shootings a part of “The Future,”? Let’s talk about it! That’s all we can do,  “There is NoPlanetB” #calvinnellumpodcastEp3
Published 02/18/23
This is the first reading of my Audio Book Series on Amos Wilson's: Black on Black Violence- The Psychodynamics of Black Self-Annihilation in Service of White Domination.   Subscribe to the Patreon to get the video analysis breakdown  of the Chapter. Link to Patreon: patreon.com/CalvinNellumPodcast Subscribe to my Youtube:  @MrNellumKalvin   Peace! Enjoy!
Published 02/17/23
Check out this interview I did with my brother Evan Sawyer. Evan is nationally board certified (pending) and is fluent in at least 4 languages.  The Dopest! Enjoy! 
Published 02/16/23
Can you relate? "Watch the snakes ’cause they watching you. - J. COLE J. Cole was warned to be very careful of people with bad intentions because they are starting to notice him since he’s gotten bigger. The church reference later in this same hook is juxtapose with the infamous tale of Adam and Eve falling victim to the snake which watched and plotted on them until luring them to do evil (i.e eat the forbidden fruit), further proving how Born Sinner is full of religious references. - Rap...
Published 02/12/23
Prerequisite Beauty is a Detroit base esthetician service. April McDaniels, the founder of Prerequisite beauty, is a mother, caretaker, educator, leader, and entrepreneur from Detroit! She was one of my first friends when I first moved here, and she use to teach at East English Village.  I have known April for 6 years and I can truly call her family. Please check out Prerequisite Beauty on IG @prerequisitebeauty. She has a pop-out shop popping out. please check it...
Published 02/03/23
First Episode Alert!! On this podcast, I talk about why the " CNP" was born and what happened to the old podcast, "TeachSimple," (5:21)  then, April and I discussed an alarming statistic that should make anyone cry: Tyrie Nichola's, The Ulvade Texas Shooting, Ukraine Russia War and Paying for CHILDCARE :( Gotta have faith and " Be Optimistic" (15:30). April talked about her transition from Educating for 15 years in Detroit to becoming a total entrepreneur and why it's not your job as an...
Published 02/02/23
Hello World!!  I got a New Podcast Coming Out! New Name! New Look! New Stuff to Talk About! Here's a OLDIE  :)  GoodBye Teachsimple Podcast!  cnp
Published 01/25/23
Detroit’s Very Own Dr.Giani Clarkson. An educator, thespian, and performer. Dr. Clarkson is originally from the Westside of Detroit, moved to New Orleans, and now resides and teaches in the DMV. This podcast is a special quarantine edition and WHAT I LIKE TO CALL A “ JEWEL DROPPER “ for educators alike. Enjoy Nellum 
Published 03/31/22