In this special edition of LIVE! With Dr. Andre Jerry, Dr. Jerry reflects on his six-month journey living and working in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, in his most candid episode to date. Broadcasting one final time from Vietnam before returning home to Puerto Rico, he shares an honest look at the realities of expat life beyond the travel vlogs and social media highlight reels.

From culture shock, apartment hunting, difficult landlords, and homesickness to teaching English abroad, making new friendships, and navigating life in a completely different culture, Dr. Jerry offers an unfiltered account of the experiences that shaped his time in Southeast Asia. Along the way, he explores Vietnam's rapid growth, its emphasis on education, and the lessons he learned about resilience, perspective, and adapting to life overseas.

Blending humor, storytelling, and thoughtful commentary, Part 1 is not a travel guide or a country review—it's one person's lived experience, shared honestly and without pretense. This episode concludes with a cliffhanger that sets the stage for Part 2, where Dr. Jerry dives deeper into the friendships, disappointments, and defining moments that ultimately influenced his decision to return home.

This isn't just a story about Vietnam...

It's a story about what happens when the honeymoon ends—and real life begins.

In this episode of LIVE! With Dr. Andre Jerry, Dr. Jerry welcomes back nationally recognized workforce development leader, 2025 Youth Workforce Professional of the Year, TEDx speaker, mentor, author, and career coach Dr. BJ Paige for a candid and inspiring conversation on redemption, reinvention, and the transformative power of second chances.

Drawing from his own lived experiences—from adversity and reentry to national leadership and recognition—Dr. Paige reflects on the pivotal moments, difficult choices, and mindset shifts that reshaped his life and ultimately fueled his purpose-driven mission to empower underserved youth, returning citizens, and communities too often overlooked.

Together, Dr. Jerry and Dr. Paige explore mentorship, workforce development, employability, leadership, identity, healing, and the realities of rebuilding after life's setbacks. They also discuss the challenges facing today's workforce, the importance of guidance and exposure for young people, and why second chances become catalysts for extraordinary impact when paired with accountability, resilience, and purpose.

Blending wisdom, humor, authenticity, and lived experience, Episode 45 is both an inspiring conversation and a timely reminder that our past does not have to dictate our future.

This is more than a conversation about careers or redemption...

It's a conversation about becoming the person you were always capable of becoming.

After a brief hiatus, Dr. Andre Jerry returns with a powerful and deeply personal episode that blends grief, growth, and global movement.

In this episode, Dr. Andre opens up about the recent loss of a beloved family member, the importance of showing up for loved ones during difficult times, and the emotional reflections that followed. But from that place of reflection came a bold decision—one that would take him halfway across the world.

Now broadcasting from Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, Dr. Andre shares the real story behind his relocation to Southeast Asia. From honoring his father’s legacy as a Vietnam War veteran to stepping into a new chapter as a global educator, this episode unpacks the “why” behind the move—and the deeper purpose driving it.

Listeners will get a firsthand look at life in Vietnam, including:

• First impressions of the culture, people, and energy of Ho Chi Minh City
• The cost of living and lifestyle advantages
• Vietnam’s rapid growth as an emerging economy
• The country’s strong emphasis on education and global competitiveness
• Insights into the ESL landscape and why English proficiency is a national priority
• A surprisingly exceptional healthcare experience abroad

This episode is more than a travel update—it’s a reflection on identity, purpose, and what it really means to evolve.

If you’ve ever felt the pull to start over, explore the world, or redefine success on your own terms… this conversation is for you.

In Episode 43 of LIVE! With Dr. Andre Jerry, Dr. Jerry explores the deeper meaning of Black History Month through a thought-provoking discussion on recognition, historical preservation, and the ongoing conversation around reparations and accountability. He challenges listeners to reflect on the difference between symbolic celebration and meaningful redress, while highlighting overlooked contributors who helped shape cultural and social progress.

This episode also dives into personal growth, discipline, and adapting to today’s digital and AI-driven world, with insights on building platforms like YouTube and using your voice to create lasting impact. The show closes with an original spoken-word piece, The Bitch, The Bastard and The Dog, offering a powerful reflection on perception, self-awareness, and the human experience.

At a certain point in life, you stop forcing yourself to be “on” for everyone else—and start choosing peace.

In Episode 42 of LIVE! With Dr. Andre Jerry, Dr. Jerry explores boundaries, introversion, social fatigue, and the freedom that comes with being done explaining yourself. Through personal reflection and real-life experiences, this episode unpacks the difference between being antisocial and being self-aware.

The conversation touches on friendships, workplace dynamics, grief, sobriety, mental health, and why unlearning people-pleasing is often a necessary part of growth. This episode is for anyone who feels drained by performance, pressured by expectations, or ready to honor their energy without guilt.

You’re not broken. You’re not rude. You’re evolving.

In this powerful and long-overdue conversation, Dr. Andre Jerry sits down with esteemed educator and best-selling author Dr. Stephen L. Bond to discuss his gripping new book, Suffering in Bleak Silence: A Teacher’s Mental Health Struggles Exposed.

Broadcast live from San Juan, Puerto Rico to listeners in over 128 countries, Episode 41 dives deep into the emotional and psychological battles many public school teachers face behind the scenes—battles the public rarely sees.

Dr. Bond opens up about:

• The hidden mental health struggles educators endure
• Classroom chaos, student aggression, and teacher-targeted bullying
• The lack of support from administrators and parents
• His recent presentation at The BlkEd Summit on teaching difficult Black history
• Why he chose to write this book now and what he hopes it will change

Dr. Jerry and Dr. Bond explore the raw truth of what happens when passionate educators are pushed to the edge—physically, mentally, and emotionally—and the systemic failures that leave them suffering in silence.

Whether you’re an educator, a parent, or someone who cares about the future of our children, this episode is essential listening.

LIVE! With Dr. Andre Jerry Real conversations. Practical wisdom. Purpose-driven insight.

This week on LIVE! With Dr. Andre Jerry, we’re closing the chapter on 2025 and stepping boldly into 2026 with renewed focus, faith, and intentionality. In this powerful episode, Dr. Jerry shares practical strategies and personal revelations on how to prepare mentally, emotionally, and spiritually for your best year yet.

From building vision boards and breaking bad habits to protecting your mornings, journaling with purpose, and learning to celebrate others — you’ll discover the mindset shifts and daily disciplines that create lasting transformation.

Dr. Jerry also opens up about his own journey — the hard-won lessons from hitting rock bottom, rebuilding from pain, and learning how faith and consistency can turn a setback into a divine setup. Whether you’re redefining your goals, rebuilding your confidence, or simply ready for a fresh start, this episode will inspire you to write the next chapter of your life with purpose and power.

💡 Highlights

• How to clarify your vision for 2026 and build momentum
• The power of vision boards and daily journaling
• Breaking bad habits by replacing them with better ones
• Protecting your mornings and feeding your mind positivity
• The importance of clapping for others and sowing good seeds

🎧 Tune in and start the new year strong — one choice, one day, one vision at a time.

In this powerful first bonus episode of LIVE! With Dr. Andre Jerry, Dr. Jerry opens up about two vivid, back-to-back dreams that delivered deep emotional revelations about identity, boundaries, and the sacred process of letting go.

Titled False Welcome, this bonus installment takes listeners on a reflective journey through nostalgic visits with former friends and ex-lovers—visits that ended in confusion, emotional trespass, and truth.

🎧 In this episode:

• A dream reunion turns sour when old friends reveal their true colors
• A past love resurfaces with all the shame and secrecy of a bygone era
• Dr. Jerry unpacks the deeper meaning of dreams that confront the version of ourselves we’ve outgrown
• Hard-hitting life lessons on closure, self-worth, and why some doors must stay closed

💡 This episode reminds us:

• Familiar doesn’t always mean safe.
• You’re not meant to audition anymore—for friendship, for love, or for belonging.
• Validation doesn’t live where you lost yourself.

Whether you're currently navigating complex friendships, healing from your past, or seeking confirmation that your growth is valid—this episode offers a sacred moment of honesty, humor, and spiritual insight.

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On this episode of LIVE! With Dr. Andre Jerry, it’s another unapologetic round of Random Rants & Real Talk — where nothing’s off limits and every topic gets the Dr. Jerry treatment.

From the ongoing government shutdown and what it really means for everyday Americans, to the deeper question of why universal healthcare still isn’t a thing in the “richest nation on Earth,” Dr. Jerry connects the dots with his trademark mix of humor, insight, and no-nonsense truth.

He also opens up about early retirement life — the highs, the challenges, and the lessons learned when you finally walk away from the 9-to-5 grind. Expect bold opinions, a few laughs, and plenty of food for thought as Dr. Jerry breaks down current events, human behavior, and the systems designed to keep people in check.

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This powerful episode of LIVE! With Dr. Andre Jerry focuses on boating and water safety, bringing together survivors, a civilian hero, and a professional firefighter to share lessons that could save lives.

On July 4th, a tragic accident on Lake Oconee claimed the life of a young child. While we do not revisit the details of that day out of respect for the family, the voices you’ll hear in this episode transform pain into prevention by focusing on what every family needs to know before heading out on the water.

🎙 Featured Guests:

• Jason Timothy – Survivor and organizer of the discussion
• Derrick & Davinah Jenkins – Survivors and Lake Oconee residents
• Greg Rhyne – Business owner, experienced diver, and civilian responder
• David McCallum – NYC firefighter offering professional safety insights

💡 In this episode, we cover:

• Survivor’s guilt and the emotional toll of water emergencies
• Essential safety gear and why it matters
• How families can prepare children for time on the water
• The importance of communication, planning, and calm in a crisis
• Lessons from emergency response professionals

This conversation honors the memory of a young life lost while equipping families with knowledge, preparation, and safety practices that can prevent future tragedies.

👉 Tune in and share this important public service discussion—because boating safety saves lives.