For Good

What does it really take to make a comeback? Tim Storey, world-renowned "comeback coach," joins Joseph "JoJo" Simmons on the For Good Podcast to break down mindset, faith, ego, and the process of rebuilding after life knocks you down. From personal loss to working with icons like Kanye West and Denzel Washington, Tim shares the truth about failure, resilience, and finding your next chapter.

Tim Storey has built a career helping some of the world's top athletes, entertainers, and leaders turn their lowest moments into powerful comebacks. On this episode of the For Good Podcast, he sits down with Joseph "JoJo" Simmons for a raw and insightful conversation about what it truly takes to rebuild after a setback.

Tim opens up about losing his father at just 10 years old and how that shaped his understanding of pain, resilience, and what he calls a "life interruption." He shares the mindset shifts that separate people who stay stuck from those who rise again.

They dive into topics like ego, faith, discipline, and identity — including:

• Why ego isn't always the enemy

• How faith plays a role in success

• What happens when the spotlight fades

Tim also gives behind-the-scenes insight from working with high-level figures like Kanye West, Denzel Washington, and elite athletes, revealing the hidden struggles even the most successful people face.

JoJo reflects on his own "pivot era," discussing growth beyond fame, purpose beyond identity, and learning to align with his assignment instead of chasing validation.

Key takeaways include:

• What a real comeback looks like and why setbacks are "life interruptions"

• The difference between a healthy ego and a destructive one

• Why success without purpose can still feel empty

• How to pivot when your current chapter no longer fits your life

• The power of your circle and how the wrong people can derail growth

• Daily habits that build long-term success (plow, plant, water)

• Moving from your "recovery zone" to your "discovery zone"

This episode is a masterclass in resilience, self-awareness, and becoming who you're meant to be — no matter where you're starting from.

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Former NBA player and NCAA champion Rashad McCants joins Joseph "JoJo" Simmons on the For Good Podcast to talk about the reality behind fame, money, and public scrutiny. From being robbed by a financial advisor as a rookie to the pressures of dating in the spotlight, McCants opens up about the lessons that shaped his life on and off the court.

Former NBA guard and UNC national champion Rashad McCants sits down with Joseph "JoJo" Simmons on the For Good Podcast for a raw conversation about fame, finances, and the hidden pressures that come with success at a young age.

McCants reflects on entering the NBA with massive expectations, only to face one of the hardest lessons of his life during his rookie year—being robbed by a trusted financial advisor and watching his money disappear almost as quickly as it came. He shares how that moment changed the way he sees trust, wealth, and the importance of protecting yourself in professional sports.

The conversation also dives into life in the public eye. McCants opens up about how relationships, media attention, and high-profile dating put him under a microscope, affecting everything from locker room dynamics to public perception.

JoJo and Rashad unpack the realities behind the highlight reels and talk about what athletes are rarely prepared for when fame, money, and expectations collide.

In this episode, they discuss: The financial pitfalls young athletes face when they enter the league How trust can become one of the biggest risks in professional sports The pressure of relationships and dating in the public spotlight Lessons learned from losing money, navigating fame, and rebuilding perspective

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Licensed therapist and bestselling author Vienna Pharaon joins JoJo Simmons on the For Good podcast to unpack how our childhood experiences shape the way we show up in relationships. Drawing from her book The Origins of You, Vienna explains how "origin wounds" form — and how understanding them can help us break unhealthy patterns in love, family, and life.

Why do we keep repeating the same relationship patterns — even when we know they aren't good for us?

In this episode of the For Good podcast, JoJo Simmons sits down with licensed marriage and family therapist Vienna Pharaon for a powerful conversation about how our childhood experiences shape the way we love, trust, and connect with others. Drawing from her bestselling book The Origins of You, Vienna introduces the concept of "origin wounds" — the emotional patterns formed in our earliest relationships that often follow us into adulthood.

Throughout the conversation, Vienna breaks down how family dynamics, unmet emotional needs, and early experiences can influence everything from communication styles to the partners we choose. She also shares how self-awareness, accountability, and intentional healing can help people break cycles and build healthier relationships.

Together, they explore:

• What "origin wounds" are and how they develop • Why we repeat relationship patterns without realizing it • How childhood experiences influence the way we communicate and connect • The role of self-awareness in breaking unhealthy cycles • Practical ways to start healing and building stronger relationships

This conversation is a must-watch for anyone who's ever wondered why certain patterns keep showing up in their relationships — and how understanding your past can help you move forward differently.

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Vanessa Simmons officially joins JoJo Simmons as co-host of the For Good Podcast. In this powerful season premiere, they open up about Vanessa's first encounter with racism, the challenges of modern parenting, and why changing your mindset is the foundation for doing good — even on your hardest days.

It's a new season and a new chapter.

Vanessa Simmons joins her brother JoJo as the official co-host of the For Good Podcast — and the conversation starts with honesty.

Vanessa reflects on her first encounter with racism as a child and how that moment shaped her awareness of the world. Together, they unpack what it means to grow up, raise children, and navigate a world that feels more visible — and more dangerous — than ever before.

They also dive into:

• The pressure of being a "helicopter parent" in today's world • Wanting to protect your children without holding them too tight • The balance between safety and open communication • Why having a bad day doesn't mean losing a good mindset • What "focusing on the good" really looks like in real life

This episode sets the tone for the season: we're all facing obstacles, but it's about how we see through them. The For Good Podcast isn't about pretending life is perfect — it's about choosing perspective, growth, and intentional change.

New energy. Real conversations. Same mission.

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What if the real key to better relationships, stronger leadership, and personal growth isn't grinding harder — but understanding your emotions?

This week on the For Good Podcast, JoJo and Vanessa sit down with Marc Brackett, founding director of the Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence and author of Permission to Feel, to unpack why emotional intelligence may be the most important skill we're not taught. From parenting and partnerships to business and brotherhood, Dr. Brackett explains how naming, understanding, and regulating our emotions can transform the way we show up in every area of life.

What if the key to better relationships, stronger leadership, and real personal growth starts with understanding your emotions?

This week on the For Good Podcast, JoJo and Vanessa sit down with Dr. Marc Brackett — founding director of the Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence, professor at Yale University, and author of Permission to Feel. Dr. Brackett has spent his career studying how emotions shape our decisions, performance, parenting, and purpose.

In this powerful conversation, they explore:

• Why emotional intelligence is more important than IQ

• How suppressing feelings can quietly damage our relationships

• The difference between reacting and responding

• How parents can raise emotionally intelligent children

• Why men especially struggle with emotional expression — and how to change that

• Practical tools to name, understand, and regulate your emotions

Dr. Brackett shares actionable strategies you can start using today — at home, in business, and in your community — to build healthier communication, stronger connections, and a legacy rooted in emotional awareness.

Because on the For Good Podcast, we focus on the good — and emotional intelligence might be one of the most powerful tools we have to create it.

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Are we truly supporting Black boys emotionally — or just expecting them to be "strong"? Psychologist and researcher Dr. Alvin Thomas joins Joseph "JoJo" Simmons on the For Good Podcast to unpack the mental health crisis impacting young Black men, the critical role fathers play, and how we can break generational cycles before it's too late.

Dr. Alvin Thomas, nationally recognized psychologist and leading expert on Black fatherhood and youth development, joins Joseph "JoJo" Simmons on the For Good Podcast for a powerful and solution-focused conversation about the emotional well-being of Black boys.

In this episode, Dr. Thomas challenges the idea that strength means silence. He explains how emotional suppression, lack of safe spaces, and generational trauma are quietly shaping the lives of young Black men — and what fathers, parents, and communities must do differently.

JoJo opens up about his own experiences as a father, leading to an honest dialogue about vulnerability, discipline, and how to raise boys who are confident, emotionally intelligent, and secure in who they are.

They dive into: The silent mental health crisis impacting Black boys Why emotionally present fathers change everything How generational trauma shows up in parenting Practical tools for raising resilient, confident young men Breaking harmful stereotypes around masculinity

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Psychologist and mental health advocate Dr. Rheeda Walker joins Joseph "JoJo" Simmons on the For Good Podcast for an honest conversation about grief, trauma, and the cost of silence in Black communities. Together, they unpack why naming pain is essential to healing, how generational survival shapes emotional health, and what it truly takes to begin healing — individually and collectively.

Mental health is often discussed, but rarely addressed with honesty — especially in Black communities. On this episode of the For Good Podcast, Joseph "JoJo" Simmons sits down with Dr. Rheeda Walker, psychologist, researcher, and leading voice in mental health advocacy, for a necessary conversation about grief, trauma, and emotional survival.

Dr. Walker shares how personal loss and lived experience shaped her work, why silence around mental health can be just as harmful as trauma itself, and how grief shows up in our bodies, relationships, and communities. Together, JoJo and Dr. Walker explore what healing actually looks like when people are taught to "stay strong" instead of processing pain.

The conversation expands into cultural expectations, emotional labor, and the importance of creating safe spaces for vulnerability — especially for Black men and women navigating grief without support.

They also discuss:

• Why grief doesn't have a timeline — and why rushing healing can be harmful

• The difference between surviving trauma and actually healing from it

• How stigma keeps people from seeking help

• What doing good looks like when it comes to mental health and community care

This episode is a reminder that healing isn't weakness — it's necessary, intentional, and deeply human.

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What happens when the cannabis industry promises equity but delivers obstacles instead? Ernest Toney, founder of BIPOCAN, joins Joseph "JoJo" Simmons on the For Good Podcast to expose the hidden barriers Black and brown entrepreneurs face in legal cannabis—from predatory practices to impossible tax rates. He breaks down what real equity looks like and how he's creating pathways for communities locked out of an industry built on their backs.

The cannabis industry claims to be creating opportunities for communities harmed by the War on Drugs—but is it really? Ernest Toney, founder of BIPOCAN (Black, Indigenous, and People of Color Cannabis Network), sits down with Joseph "JoJo" Simmons on the For Good Podcast to reveal the truth about cannabis equity programs and why so many BIPOC founders are being set up to fail.

Ernest shares his journey from working at MJBizCon to launching a mission-driven organization that's helped hundreds of entrepreneurs navigate one of the most heavily regulated industries in America. Growing up with a father who worked at a correctional facility, Ernest witnessed firsthand how cannabis prohibition tore apart Black and brown communities. Now, he's fighting to ensure those same communities have real access to the legal cannabis industry—not just licenses, but capital, mentorship, and sustainable business pathways.

In this powerful conversation, Ernest and JoJo dive into:

• Why cannabis equity programs offer licenses but not the resources to succeed

• How predatory practices exploit BIPOC founders desperate for capital

• The mental health toll of leading a mission-driven business through feast-or-famine cycles

• Finding hope when progress feels slow and building something that lasts

• The difference between access and true economic equity

Ernest gets real about the "valley of despair" every entrepreneur faces, the importance of community and mental health practices like running and reading, and why he refuses to be a leader who pleases everyone. He also shares practical advice for anyone feeling locked out of opportunity—in cannabis or any industry.

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What happens when life forces you to grieve, parent through uncertainty, and rebuild your faith at the same time? Joseph "JoJo" Simmons sits down with author and autism mom Alicia Lorde for a powerful conversation about grief, faith, motherhood, and resilience on the For Good Podcast.

Life doesn't always unfold the way we imagine — and for Alicia Lorde, survival became a daily act of faith. On this episode of the For Good Podcast, Joseph "JoJo" Simmons sits down with Alicia, author of True Survivor, for a raw and deeply honest conversation about grief, autism parenting, healing, and purpose.

Alicia opens up about losing her husband, raising a child on the autism spectrum, and confronting generational trauma while learning how to lean fully into her faith. Together, JoJo and Alicia explore what it means to heal when life feels overwhelming, how honesty and vulnerability become tools for growth, and why survival isn't meant to be the final destination.

The conversation also dives into the realities autism parents face — from emotional exhaustion to unseen fears — and the strength it takes to keep showing up, even when you're the village.

They dive into:

• Navigating grief while raising a child with autism

• How faith evolves when life doesn't meet expectations

• Breaking generational trauma through honesty and healing

• What resilience really looks like on the hardest days

• Moving from survival mode into purpose and hope

This episode is a reminder that healing is possible, faith doesn't require perfection, and your story can become a lifeline for someone else.

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What does success really cost when your mental health isn't protected? Joseph "JoJo" Simmons reflects on MJBizCon and sits down with Vic Mensa for an honest conversation about leadership pressure, mental health, and how fatherhood reshapes purpose, priorities, and legacy on the For Good Podcast.

MJBizCon brought together founders, leaders, and visionaries building real businesses — but some of the most impactful moments happened offstage. Joseph "JoJo" Simmons revisits MJBizCon with a powerful, reflective conversation alongside Vic Mensa on the For Good Podcast, diving into what success looks like when mental health and purpose come first.

In this episode, JoJo and Vic talk openly about the pressure of leadership, the expectation to always be "on," and the importance of protecting your mental health while navigating business, creativity, and life. The conversation naturally shifts into fatherhood, as Vic shares how becoming a dad has changed the way he moves, thinks, and defines success — not just as a parent, but as a man and leader.

They dive into: The mental health challenges that come with leadership and visibility Why success means nothing without emotional wellness How fatherhood realigns priorities and purpose Building legacy through intention, growth, and presence

This episode is a reminder that the real work happens within — and that healing, growth, and leadership go hand in hand.

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