About Dr. Kayode
Dr. Abidemi Kayode is an educator, author, filmmaker, and cultural critic whose work explores identity, leadership, race, humanity, memory, and storytelling through both scholarship and creative expression. His work exists at the intersection of education, culture, film, social critique, and Black life.
Educator & Scholar
With more than two decades in education, Dr. Kayode has served as a teacher, instructional leader, culture coach, dean, and advanced academics coordinator across multiple educational settings. His professional work has centered on student achievement, equity, instructional leadership, college readiness, and the cultivation of humane learning environments.
Educational Background:
High School Diploma- Greenville High School, Greenville,MS (1996)
B.A. in English- Ole Miss, Oxford, MS (2000)
Master of Arts in Teaching- Mississippi Valley State University, Itta Bena, MS (2004)
Educational Specialist Degree- Arkansas State University, Joneboro, AR (2019)
Doctor of Education- Arkansas State University, Joneboro, AR (2025)
Dissertation: The Educational Leadership Trajectories of Black Gay Males: A Narrative Inquiry
Creative Work
As a creative, Dr. Kayode uses literature, film, podcasting, and visual media to challenge audiences to think critically about power, identity, love, leadership, belonging, and the social structures that shape human experience. His work often centers Blackness, humanity, vulnerability, memory, and truth-telling.
Mission & Philosophy
Through scholarship and storytelling, Dr. Kayode seeks to create work that is intellectually honest, emotionally resonant, visually compelling, and socially reflective. His platform is dedicated to exploring difficult conversations with nuance, humanity, creativity, and courage.
Explore the Work
Dr. Kayode’s work invites readers, viewers, and listeners into deeper conversations about identity, humanity, culture, leadership, and truth. Explore the books, films, podcasts, and creative projects that shape his ongoing commitment to scholarship, storytelling, and social reflection.