HBCU Pulse Radio

HBCU Pulse Radio is the home of HBCU Life on your radio & podcast feed! Hosted by Randall Barnes, we talk about everything that’s important to our culture! From on campus issues to politics and what’s trending on the yard, we are always at the heart of the culture!

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HBCU Alumni Perspective On Deion Sanders Leavin...
<p>Randall &amp; Arielle speak officially about Deion Sanders leaving Jackson State and the reaction from sports media personalities as well as non-members of the HBCU community trying to make HBCU students and alumni seem as if they’re crazy for being upset. Randall also debunks myths that have been going around about Deion Sander’s impact on Jackson State, media and HBCUs in his tenure.</p>
32 min
102
2022 Bayou Classic Review, Should FAMU Have Mad...
<p>In this episode, Randall &amp; Arielle return to talk the Bayou Classic and what they saw from Southern University in this game. They also give their preview of the SWAC Championship rematch between Southern University and undefeated Jackson State University. Both Randall &amp; Arielle are unconfident that Southern will pull out the victory but Randall identifies one path where Southern could beat Jackson State. They also discuss if FAMU should've made the FCS Playoffs and Randall says that the WWE should be an inspiration to the SWAC.&nbsp;</p>
65 min
103
Should Morehouse Hire Baltimore Ravens Great & ...
<p>In the SIAC Twitter Space hosted by @D2HBCUFootball &amp; HBCU Pulse Founder Randall Barnes, the crew discusses the rumors that Ray Lewis could be the next head coach of Morehouse. Should Morehouse hire him or look for a more tenured coach?</p>
41 min
104
2022 CIAA & SIAC Championship Reaction, Fayette...
<p>In this episode, Randall &amp; Arielle recap the 2022 CIAA &amp; SIAC Championships. The HBCU Division II seasons ended in Fayetteville State &amp; Benedict College reigning as champions I their respective conferences and both will be making an appearance in the DII Playoffs. Randall goes in depth about what he saw in both games and how their championship performances. Randall &amp; Arielle also give a glimpse of what Fayetteville State and Virginia Union fans can expect from Delta State &amp; Wingate this Saturday.</p>
60 min
105
Full CIAA & SIAC Championship Preview: Chowan v...
<p>In this episode, Randall &amp; Arielle dedicate most of the show to coverage of the big SIAC &amp; CIAA Championship matchups between Benedict College &amp; Tuskegee University and Chowan &amp; Fayetteville State. Randall breaks down the numbers and a few games that foretell which teams will be victorious on Saturday. Randall also analyzes if Fort Valley State University (8-2) will be able to make the NCAA DII Playoffs as the #7 team in the Super Region 2 rankings headed into Saturday. Arielle also gives a brief preview of the FAMU vs. Alabama State game!&nbsp;</p>
58 min
106
Jackson State Hosts College Gameday, Chowan Ups...
<p>In this episode, Randall &amp; Arielle return to review Week 9 of HBCU Football! Arielle gives a rundown of the race for the Celebration Bowl birth in the MEAC. Randall gives his D2 rundown by spotlighting Chowan University, a PWI that competes in the CIAA that is about to represent the CIAA North in the Championship after beating both Bowie State &amp; Virginia Union. Randall also talks about ESPN College Gameday hosting its show at Jackson State University &amp; pays tribute to Onnidan Founder Eric Moore as he's recently passed away. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <p><br></p>
36 min
107
HBCU Football Week 7 Review & Week 8 Preview: V...
<p>In this episode, Randall &amp; Arielle recap Week 7 of HBCU Football and look forward to Week 8. They preview Jackson State's homecoming matchup against Campbell and Randall appeals to all HBCU Football Fans saying that we should be rooting for Jackson State to pull out the win. Randall breaks down Benedict &amp; Virginia Union's huge wins against Albany State &amp; Bowie State and what this means for the rest of the SIAC &amp; CIAA season. Arielle breaks down the huge matchup between South Carolina State &amp; North Carolina Central this weekend.&nbsp;</p>
44 min
108
Deion Sanders vs. Eddie Robinson (Who Was Wrong...
<p>In this episode, Randall &amp; Arielle react to the altercation between Deion Sanders and Eddie Robinson and give their take on who was right and wrong in the situation. Randall gives an expansive breakdown on the Benedict vs. Albany State and Bowie vs. Virginia Union matchup and Arielle gives a preivew of what to look for in the SWAC for Week 7!</p>
54 min
109
HBCU Football Week 6 Preview, Is FAMU Still In ...
<p>In this episode, Randall &amp; Arielle return to preview Week 6 of HBCU Football! They talk about Lane College's huge upset win over Eddie George and Tennessee State. Randall gives his D2 rundown by shining a special light on Benedict College, Albany State and Virginia Union. Also, the crew gives their game of the week</p>
57 min
110
Homecoming: A True HBCU Experience (Feat. CDK O...
<p>On this episode of HBCU Pulse Radio, Randall is joined by CDK On The Mic and Sárah Lee as they discuss the importance of Homecoming at HBCUs and place special emphasis on Homecoming Concerts. Should smaller schools tamper their expectations for Homecoming Concerts? What all goes into planning a homecoming concert? All of your questions are answered! &nbsp;&nbsp;Plus, the crew does an ultimate “Build Your HBCU Homecoming Concert” contest for the top Hip-Hop &amp; R&amp;B artists of the 2010’s! Which concert would you go to?</p>
28 min
111
Is Benedict The Next SIAC Champion, Why Howard ...
<p>Randall covers the Division 2 Football landscape and the major games that happened in Week 3! He shows love to Benedict College as they set themselves up to contend for the SIAC championship in big matchups vs. Fort Valley State &amp; Albany State in the next few weeks. Randall also questions if the coaching change at Bowie has them off their championship winning swagger as we approach mid-season in CIAA Ball.</p>
18 min
112
HBCU Football Week 3 Review & Week 4 Preview, D...
<p>In this episode, Randall &amp; Arielle react to last week's Week 3 matchups and and preview key matchups for HBCU Football Week 4! The duo talk about if NCCU is the team to beat in the MEAC and if they're bound for the Celebration Bowl after beating FCS Ranked New Hampshire. Randall also breaks down the Division 2 Football Landscape.</p>
80 min
113
BREAKING: Six FAMU Students Sue State Of Florid...
<p>Six Florida A&amp;M University students are filing a class action lawsuit against the State of Florida centered around centered around discriminatory underfunding of FAMU as opposed to other public universities in the state.</p>
2 min
114
Week 3 Preview, Reaction To Deion Sanders & Jac...
<p>In this episode, Randall &amp; Arielle react to Week 2 of HBCU Football. They discuss the Southern Heritage Classic and if the hit on Shedur Sanders was really targeting. Randall also does a deep dive into Division 2 HBCU Football and gives flowers to Virginia Union University, who pulled off an upset against #2 Ranked Valdosta State who is 20-2-4 in games against HBCUs since 2011. They also pick their Game Of The Week.&nbsp;</p>
47 min
115
Jackson State University DESTROYS FAMU, NCCU Be...
<p>In this episode, Randall &amp; Arielle react to North Carolina Central pulling off the big win over North Carolina A&amp;T before A&amp;T plays defending FCS Champion North Dakota State University. The crew also reacts to Jackson State's dominant win over FAMU and if they will do the same against Eddie George and Tennessee State University.</p>
60 min
116
BREAKING: Several Norfolk State Students Injure...
<p>An early morning mass shooting occurred in Norfolk, Virginia injuring seven people including Norfolk State students. Randall has your breaking news report. To read more, visit hbcupulse.com.</p>
1 min
117
HBCU Football Week 1 Preview, FAMU vs. Jackson ...
<p>In this episode, Randall &amp; Arielle preview week 1 of HBCU Football! They do a deep dive into the issues affecting the campuses of Jackson State &amp; FAMU heading into the Orange Blossom Classic as well as preview the Duke Mayo Aggie-Eagle Classic between North Carolina A&amp;T State University and North Carolina Central University and the Howard vs. Hampton Battle Of The Real HU Rivalry Game. Also, Randall announces the full slate of HBCU Football for the weekend.</p>
55 min
118
FAMU Football Team Writes Letter To President L...
<p>Randall reports the news about the FAMU football team's letter to Dr. Larry Robinson addressing issues they've faced with the university and details why he believes this situation mirrors that of the 2015 University Of Missouri (Mizzou) protest that caused then-President Tim Wolfe to resign.</p>
8 min
119
HBCU Pulse Founder Randall Barnes On Partnering...
<p>HBCU Pulse Founder Randall Barnes gives his first public remarks about the deal the company struck with Urban Edge Network &amp; HBCU League Pass+. Download the app today and tune into Channel 201 to check out the HBCU Pulse Channel!</p>
3 min
120
HBCU Pulse Previews MEAC-SWAC Challenge, FAMU v...
<p>In this episode, Randall talks to HBCU Pulse Sports Corespondent Arielle Kilgore to break down the Howard &amp; Alabama State's battle in the latest MEAC-SWAC Challenge. They also preview the vibes that will be present at the FAMU vs. UNC game and break down the top teams to watch for in the MEAC &amp; The SWAC!</p>
44 min
121
CAU Student Kisses Boy At Party & FAMU Naked Gr...
<p>Randall &amp; Shelbi' give their take on the Terica Star, FAMU Naked Grad Photo situation and her interview with The Shade Room. Should her degree get taken? Also, the crew dives into the viral video of the young woman from Clark Atlanta University passionately kissing a young man alleged to be a member of a Greek organization on campus at a block party.&nbsp;</p>
46 min
122
The College Hill: Southern University Season 1 ...
<p>On the heels of the premiere of "College Hill: Celebrity Edition", HBCU Pulse worked with Misster Ray Cunningham (College Hill: Virginia State University) to gather together a few members of the cast of the original season to talk about the impact of the series and even some of their journey filming on the campus of Southern University.</p>
65 min
123
Tiger Sensations Captain Briyana Jackson On Sta...
<p>In this exclusive interview, Randall talks with Texas Southern University Tigers Sensations outgoing captain Briyana Jackson. They talk about her time at her HBCU, her experience on camera and behind the scenes on "College Hill: Celebrity Edition" as well as working with Stacey Dash. They also discuss her confrontation with Stacey Dash in episode 1.</p>
48 min
124
HBCU Pulse Reacts To College Hill: Celebrity Ed...
<p>In this episode, Randall gives his recap of episode 2 of "College Hill: Celebrity Edition". He also speaks on some information he's received from sources at Texas Southern University about the show and what he's noticed about the editing of the episodes thus far.&nbsp;</p>
72 min
125
Mister Ray Cunningham From College Hill Virgini...
<p>In this episode, Randall interviews Season 3 College Hill: Virginia State Alum and Love &amp; Hip Hop Star Ray Cunningham. They speak about ow he was casted on his season of College Hill, untold stories from the show as well as a dialogue on the first episodes of Celebrity Edition and if there are more College Hill editions coming.</p>
70 min