In this episode, Vivi discusses with special guest Dr. Brian Carey Sims the concept of men in the black community being resistant to go to seek services dedicated to mental health.  Black men are considered the foundation of the black community but are often taught being emotional is synonymous with femininity and lack of manhood.


Brian Carey Sims is a media psychologist and social entrepreneur invested in African liberation. He is founder and Executive Director at Jomoworks, an education management consulting firm specializing in University / K-12 partnership development.  He is also an Associate Professor in the Department of Psychology at Florida A&M University, where his research focuses on the implications of media for individuals, families, and communities of African descent. He has authored several articles, edited book chapters, seminars and interactive workshops. Dr. Sims is a strong advocate for international education and has also led study abroad programs for undergraduates to Senegal, Malawi, and Haiti. His forthcoming book, College Thug Syndrome offers an explosive Afrikan-Centered analysis of Higher Education.