Ellis Conversations

30/05/2025

71 years after Brown v. Board of Education, schools in America are more segregated than ever.

It's been awhile but we finally have a new episode of Ellis Conversations. My dad and I explore the promises—and failures—of the Brown legacy. From Ruby Bridges to Roberts Court rollbacks, this episode is a deep dive into the fight for equity in education, past and present.
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In this episode of Ellis Conversations, co-host Jamil Ellis and his father, retired federal magistrate Judge Ronald Ellis, reflect on the 71st anniversary of Brown v.

09/05/2025

For the first time in history, an American has been elected as pope. Cardinal Robert Prevost, now Pope Leo XIV, brings a unique perspective to the Catholic Church. In one of the latest pieces on our new substack, my father delves into the intricate relationship between religion, politics, and American values.

By Ronald L. Ellis

12/02/2025

15/01/2025

🌍 Kicking off 2025 by sharing some insights on the Products That Count podcast with the amazing Maggie Wong! 🎙️✨

We dove deep into:
💡 How Unified Ground’s Green Bridge SaaS platform connects communities with sustainability investments.
🤖 Empowering mission-driven organizations with AI Empower, our open-source AI toolkit.
🌟 The importance of diverse coalitions and empathy in solving complex climate challenges.

🎧 Tune in to learn how tech can drive climate resilience and community engagement:
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Together, we can bridge the gap between technology and environmental justice! 💚🌎

11/07/2024

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Out latste episode! The Company Trump Keeps: From David Duke to The Proud Boys to Project 2025 – Intended Consequences

In this episode, we discuss Project 2025 and its potential impact in a Donald Trump administration.

11/07/2024

https://ellisconversations.tumblr.com/post/754360633612484608/voting-is-a-fundamental-right-exercise-it-youll In this episode, the hosts begin a series of discussions on the historical significance of voting, efforts to prevent some groups from voting, and why you should exercise your right to vote even if you don’t like the choices. Do what you can, where you are, with what you have.

In this episode, the hosts begin a series of discussions on the historical significance of voting, efforts to prevent some groups from voting, and why you should exercise your right to vote even if...

12/02/2024

Our latest episode - https://ellisconversations.tumblr.com/post/742114909023780864/states-rights-legal-wrongs-a-recurring-page-from

In this episode, we discuss the history of invoking some form of States’ Rights theory to limit the efforts of the federal government to expand or protect the rights of persons within the United States

10/02/2024

Another simple prompt today - Civil Rights Movement. I found a weird thing happen with dalle3 - basically every single image had the US flag in it. Yes it is an important part of American History but to have the American flag in every single image … regardless of style choice... The fight for civil rights and equality has by nature a complex relationship with the symbols of the nation which is supposedly founded on the wonderful aspiration of all men being created equal but has struggled to live up to that ideal.

I honestly was not going to post the dalle3 images because I was so disappointed but decided to show them so others can see and verify.

When you look at the differene - Let me know what you think in the comments

Another simple prompt today - Civil Rights Movement. I found a weird thing happen with dalle3 - basically every single image had the US flag in it. Yes it is an important part of American History but...

08/01/2024

https://ellisconversations.tumblr.com/post/738953268707901440/claudine-gay-the-latest-victim-in-the-debate-over In This episode we the controversy concerning the Resignation of Harvard president Claudine Gay.Is Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion undermining merit or does it address a history of Discrimination, Exclusion, and Inequality.

22/12/2023

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In this episode, the hosts discuss the leading role that Virginia has played in the racial divide in America’s history. Home to the Founding Fathers and Capital of the Confederacy, the state has been the crucible of the ideals which built this country and the ideas which would tear it apart.

‎Show ellisconversations's podcast, Ep From Jamestown to Charlottesville: Virginia and America’s racial divide - Dec 22, 2023

07/12/2023

https://ellisconversations.tumblr.com/post/736035075112812544/holding-the-line-sandra-day-oconnors-legacy-of In this episode, the hosts discuss Justice O’Connor’s role as the “swing vote” as the Court addressed major fault lines in our society on issues such as abortion, affirmative action, and gender equality.

In this episode, the hosts discuss Justice O’Connor’s role as the “swing vote” as the Court addressed major fault lines in our society on issues such as abortion, affirmative action, and gender...