Less Of A Man

Every family has a place where it was torn open, leaving a scar, once a wound that has since healed. Our scars are a roadmap of where have been and shape how we interact as adults. On this episode the crew welcomes special guest, Trae D. Johnson, the author of “Family Scars.” Listen as the Crew and guest dissect the book and Black family dynamic.

Black History Month is an annual observance originating in the United States, where it is also known as African-American History Month. It has received official recognition from governments in the United States and Canada, and more recently has been observed in Ireland, the Netherlands, and the United Kingdom.  The Less of a Man crew talk about the importance of Black History Month and do they feel like this year it has given the attention it deserves.  Listen as they discuss if global events put Black History Month to the back burner, how do we make sure that the new generation learns its about Black History, and is Charmorge the definition of Black History.

Astrology for some is a practical guide that plays a significant role in understanding self, blind spots, fears, and relationships. The Less of a Man Crew connects with, Psychic Medium & Astrologer, Dr. Dexter Kendrick to discuss Astrology. Listen as we talk about how sun signs influence behavior, zodiac compatibility and relationships.

Healthy conversations about life helps to build relationships and discover how experiences influence our perspectives. In these moments, individuals connect at a deeper level. We’re Not Really Strangers is a card game that curates thought-provoking, meaningful conversation. The Less of a Man Crew comes together to indulge in a round of Q&A. Listen to the episode to learn who’s the cleanest, about their childhood, who falls in love the easiest and more.

Navigating corporate America can be a tricky for Black professionals. All too often, the lack of diversity and representation prevents Black employees from achieving their full potential in an environment not designed to support or encourage their development. The Less of a Man Crew shares their personal experiences of interviewing while Black and navigating the unspoken rules of corporate America.

As young boys relationships generally come natural. As boys develop into men, the friendships between them become complicated by the societal stigmas of ”Masculinity.” The crew discusses Male friendships, their importance, and the development of them. Because human interaction rarely exists without conflict, Darrell, Morge, Raw and EJ also discuss the interestingly unique ways they perceive and navigate through conflict in their relationships.

The guys sit down and discuss the insurrection that happened on the Capitol building on January 6th.  Listen as they dive deep in what caused the riot, does white privilege exist, and where do we go from here as a country?  As black men you will get a unique perspective on race and where they view themselves in this country.

The guys are finally back together after a long break for the holidays where they discuss how have things been going since their break and recent news about the Coronavirus vaccine.  Listen as the guys discuss if the vaccine is safe and why are black people so reluctant to take it.

Money is a part of everything and has taken an even larger role in dating. Employing tangible gifts is an essential element of a relationship and focal symbolic vehicle to "say" what cannot be expressed in words. Rapper, Saweetie, recently went viral when suggesting that if a woman is dating a man who is not buying her expensive gifts like a Hermès Birkin bag or pays for her bills, she should leave him. The Crew responds, discusses gifting in relationships and finances.

More Americans voted in the 2020 election than in any other, in more than 100 years. Narrow margins in the Presidential race in battleground states expose the country’s social and political divide regarding social injustice, race, gender and economy. The Less of a Man Crew comes together to discuss voter turnout, the next steps for Black America, and the future of the country.