Today we are joined by Martin Henson, community organizer and activist, speaker, and executive director of BMEN, an inclusive organization bringing Black men together to talk about and work through issues that often aren’t discussed openly.

From the narratives that are continuously portrayed, the ability to be vulnerable within the context of Black masculinity is nearly impossible within a world that values whiteness. 

"I think Black men exist a lot of times as objects in relation to. [...] When we're seen as being vulnerable - you can be vulnerable in relation to your child, to your family, or to your partner...and those are accepted, but being vulnerable as a object into yourself may make you seem threatening or useless if you're not able to control yourself." -Martin

Listen in as we discuss Black masculinity, Martin's own experiences and personal evolution living within this society, and the importance of awareness and dismantling our own thoughts.