Episode 87 welcomes Hamani Wilson, Program Director with Manhood Training. During this segment we discuss Hamani's upbringing in the church, the constraints of patriarchy, and the need for expanding the rigid frameworks of modern masculinity. Read below to learn more about Manhood Training.

Manhood Training Rites of Passage program is designed to nurture, develop, and empower the spirit, mind, and body of young men of the African Diaspora. It is also designed to prepare young men to assume responsibility as tomorrow’s Husbands, Fathers, Leaders, Warriors, Role Models, Entrepreneurs, and Mentors.

The objective is to prepare young men for the challenges to come both internally and externally. It is their mission to guide, love, equip, and train young men to carry the torch and continue a legacy for future generations.

Visit the link below to learn more about Manhood Training, and to support -

https://www.manhoodtraininginc.com

Since black people are not a monolith, there are many voices permeating the digital ethos that claim to "Speak For" the community. What is the purpose of these voices? is the chaos produced justified if the messages are sparching change? Are their intentions pure, or a simple attempt to gain notoriety? Can leaders be for the people and AND self? Are leaders even necessary. During episode 86, I welcome Sensai RIp from ForgottenKingztv2.0. During the segment, we discuss Hassan Campbell, Charleston White, Dr. Umar Johnson, and others to determine what these characters say about the communities they supposedly "speak for".

The subject of race/white supremacy is a topic that often divides. Many of us find ourselves asking similar questions, and arriving at different answers such as: What is race/racism? Does it still exist? How does it show up? What is the solution, and who's responsible? What actions are constructive versus non constructive?

Episode 85 welcomes father, husband, son, and owner of Onustees (onustees.com), Dre Taylor. During the segment we share our answers to questions many of us struggle to agree on. IN addition we discuss the future time where we've created a new value system that isn't based on color/class, and we exist as what is know as Universal Man, Universal Woman, and Universal They.

Dre Taylor is owner/founder of onustees (www.onustees.com)

ön.us.tees (pronounced Honest Tees) is a clothing brand that aims to promote Honest Propaganda through walking billboards of positivity. Each message, each theme, each design is something we stand for and behind wholeheartedly. Our mission is to evoke emotion from both ön.us.folks who proudly wear the brand and of those who encounter it, spreading our message and motto: "...because honestly, the onus is on us."

Episode 84 welcomes the good brotha Joe (@thatdudejoey), and Brocky (@Brockydoes) to review "They Cloned Tyrone". During the discussion, we discuss the literal, and metaphorical ways in which the movie highlights the manufacturing of non-constructive culture, and the cloning of its gatekeepers.In addition, we tackle the difficulty around breaking free of social programming, and ways to develop independent thought.

Episode 83 welcomes mixed media artist, Blake Pierre. Blake was born in Shreveport, LA and raised in Prince George's County Maryland. His work is inspired by questions surrounding topics such as self-identity, self-image, and spirituality. During the segment we discuss the discovery of his craft, integrating art with shadow work, and the multifaceted skill sets an artist needs to both gain mastery and profit in art.

Click the link to learn more about Blake Pierre, and to see some of his work.

https://www.blakepierre.com

Episode 82 welcomes Charlyn Anderson. Charlyn is the Founder, and Executive Director of Starting With Today; a non-profit whose miss is to create, sustain, and enhance professional, mental, and financial wellness by providing customized training and resources to underserved adults. During the segment we discuss the beauty in black communities, the power of perseverance, and how to live in your purpose.

Episode 81 welcomes Dr. Reginald Banks. Dr. Banks is a licensed Psychologist, and founder of Dunbar Wellness Group based in Philadelphia, PA. Their mission is to to provide culturally relevant mental health services to inner city children, and families. During our discussion, Dr. Banks shares his journey from humble beginnings, overcoming trauma, embracing your purpose, and the value of taking a community-centered approach to both problem solving and healing.

Episode 80 welcomes father, community builder, and creative director and owner of ön.us.tees Dre Taylor. As Dre celebrates the 15 year anniversary of his mission, we discuss the value of village, how the message of his mission has changed over the years, aligning with the message of love, and how he's building is idea of the future...today! It was an honor learning about Dre's story. In many respects, his story is my story...it's OUR story.

Episode 78 welcomes father, son, visual storyteller, and artist Corey Thompson. During the segment we talk about overcoming child molestation, acceptance, forgiveness, and LOVE. Corey uniqueness is derived from his ability to convert all things in to love. Although much of his life experience is shared by others, his alchemy is something amazing to witness.

Episode 77 welcomes Jeffrey Johnson. During the segment we discuss therapy, managing fear, the challenges of raising 5 kids, and how his father's suicide two days after his high school graduation impacted his life.