The Disciplined Man, Inc.

Continuing the conversation regarding the circumstances around the country, it is difficult not to address the actions -- or lack thereof -- and the comments made by Trump and his efforts to host a rally on Juneteenth in Tulsa, Oklahoma. In this same vein, defunding the police is the topic of the hour. Furthermore, companies are taking steps to either to be more progressive in their stances against racism or publicly regressing. In this episode, the crew elaborates on their thoughts regarding defunding the police, Nascar, Starbucks and the demands of black people across the nation. 

In the last couple of months, America has been hit hard by a global pandemic while black Americans have also had to face racism and police brutality head on yet again. This time is a lot different as communities have organized in response to the murders of George Floyd, Breonna Taylor and Ahmaud Arbery. Along with Criminal Defense Attorney, Eric Adams and Entrepreneur and Author, Aaron Curry, Til & Will discuss what has galvanized the efforts of people across the country and what non-black individuals can contribute to end the police brutality that disproportionately affects black women, men and children. 

Over the past week or so, the debate about who has the better chicken sandwich between Popeye's and Chick Fil-A has been a hot topic. This debate has also driven other conversations about the type of businesses we support. Til & Will discuss how we can use the power of word of mouth and social media to help promote and possibly sustain minority owned businesses. 

The NFL recently announced a partnership with Jay Z to focus on social justice. Since the announcement, Jay Z has received his fair share of criticism, but has also been praised for taking the next step in the process for change. Clearly, everyone isn't on the same page. Til & Will get into a relatively heated debate on this episode as they're both on different sides of the conversation. 

Mass shootings in America seem to be a recurring event in the United States. It's nearly to the point it's the expectation instead of an anomaly. It's unfortunate that we live in a country that has the ability to put an end to such tragedies, but sits idly as these events occur again and again. Thoughts and prayers aren't moving the needle. It's time we take this a step further. In this episode, Til & Will discuss the impact domestic terrorism has on black and brown communities.

One topic not discussed in our community as frequently as it should be is the way we view manhood. In recent years, we've had open dialogue about toxic masculinity, however, we haven't examined in depth the lessons we're taught and experiences that contribute to the way we view manhood and vulnerability.  In this episode, Til & Will discuss their experiences and some of the ways they cope with trauma from their upbringing. 

While each of our perspectives is relative, coming to an understanding for two or several parties ideally should be a lot easier to reach even in disagreement. Oftentimes people do or say harmful words to or about others and the offended party is shamed for how they feel. We have seen countless examples of it and in this episode, Til and Will examine the underlying messages delivered in some of the recent transgressions in music and entertainment. 

With the Democratic nomination in their sights, candidates have begun to lay out their plans for the presidency. Reparations are the hot topic of the day, but everyone doesn't seem to be on the same page. Even beyond the candidates for the democratic nomination, the public view on reparations being owed has seen some scrutiny as well. Til and Will offer their take on the matter in this episode. 

After discussing the series "When They See Us", it was imperative to have a broader conversation about the system overall and its impact on black and brown people. Considering the outcomes that often come as a result of being institutionalized, Til and Will discuss the effects wrongful convictions can have on victims of the system.