Meet Ken "Ken Roc" Thompson :  intellect, author, father, and incarcerated Black man in America. We discuss his experience with fatherhood, dating, and life in prison.  We dig deeper into the mental, physical, and structural breakdown of Black men, women, and families- particularly those influenced by America's prison system. Prison undoubtedly furthers the American agenda to re-enslave Black people. Engage with Ki, Tee, and Ken Roc as we discuss why in this episode. Ken Roc can be found on his website:  https://lifecoachroc.com/ or on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lifecoach_roc/ .  Key things mentioned in this episode:  * 21 USC 851 - Seeks enhanced penalty for a drug offender previously convicted of felony use.  * Post- Traumatic Slave Syndrome - Dr. Joy DeGruy  https://www.joydegruy.com/post-traumatic-slave-syndrome Can't get enough of Ki? Tune in to her solo podcast "Thick and Slick".  Please subscribe, comment, and leave a review !! For thoughts, suggestions, or to find out how to get involved in Talkin' That Talk please email us at [email protected] . 

This episode (#9) was originally released on April 15, 2020.