Village Mentality the Podcast

Hey beautiful people! Welcome back to another episode of Village Mentality.

Tonight, I will be talking about the serious issue that is becoming an increasing concern among our youth, suicide rates and suicidal ideation. Why is this happening and what can we do to better support our youth?

In my segment, "Let's Talk About It" I will talk more about the Buffalo Mass Shooting, and I will share the results of a recent survey that was conducted by Single Care Therapy and Mental Health America (MHA) addressing the barriers to Mental Health Care. You may find a few things that you will be able to relate to.

And, there will be plenty of music from my musical jukebox...so join me!!!

*I do not own the music played during this episode.

Hello beautiful people! It's Hump Day, which means that there's a BRAND NEW episode of Village Mentality!!

In this evening's episode, I will be talking with you about Boundaries...it might not always be easy to set them but for the sake of our mental health, we all need to.

In my segment, "Let's Talk About It," I will share some facts with you to dispel some of the myths about depression. Hear all about the "Color of Care" a new documentary Executive Produced by Oprah who is in partnership with the Smithsonian channel, to bring awareness to the racial inequities in the health care system...AND you know that there will be plenty of music too!

*I do not own the rights to any music played during this episode.

Hello Kings and Queens!!! Join me for a BRAND NEW episode of Village Mentality. In this week's episode, I'll be talking about Trauma Bonding. This is a VERY important topic and it happens more than we may realize. Let's learn about it together.

In my segment, "Let's Talk About It, I'll talk about High Functioning Depression, could this be something that you or someone that you know may be living with? I will also provide an update on Pervis Payne, the African American man who has been sitting on Death Row in Tennessee for murder, could there be some light at the end of a very long tunnel? Pull up and find out about that and more.

And as always, there will be plenty of music from my musical jukebox!!

*I do not own the rights to any of the music played during this episode.

Hello Kings and Queens! 

On this week's episode of Village Mentality, I will be talking about "Protecting Our Emotional Health and Well-Being. It is important to know that all aspects of our health matter and we must do our best to look out for and maintain our health and well-being. Sometimes, mental health and emotional health are used interchangeably but they are not the same.

This week's African American Inventor, Patricia Bath was an ophthalmologist who believed that "eyesight was a right"! Learn about her invention and how it helped to improve the eyesight of those within communities of color.

I'll also talk about things that can help to boost your self-esteem, in recognition of International Boost Self-Esteem Month.

Plenty of music, as always, from my musical jukebox. So pull up and let's learn together!

*I do not own the rights to any music played during this episode.

Hello Kings and Queens! Welcome to another episode of Village Mentality!

On tonight's episode, I will be talking about Toxic Positivity, are you familiar with the term? If not, it's okay, we will learn about it together. 

In my segment, "Let's Talk About It" I will talk about this week's African Canadian Inventor in observance of Black History Month. Soul Of A Nation released another episode in their series entitled, "Screen Queens" which highlighted Black Actresses and their contributions to the entertainment industry. 

Find out some ways that we can help to boost our self-esteem for International Boost Self-Esteem Month! 

Check out all the music from my musical jukebox!!! 

*I do not own any of the music played during this episode.

Hello beautiful people, it's that time again! Welcome to another episode of Village Mentality!

Today, I will be talking about how important it is for us to LOVE ourselves. We give so much of ourselves to everyone else, but we forget that we also need to think about ourselves. Self-Love fosters our ability to find value and love within ourselves, instead of searching for it in somebody else. We need to establish healthy relationships that are built on solid ground...ya dig?

Also in my segment, "Let's Talk About It," there is so much to discuss from Janet Jackson's documentary to bomb threats that were sent to HBCU's this past week! We're celebrating Black History Month (although we can talk about Black History all year), and I will be honoring African American inventors throughout the month.

Of course, you know that there will be plenty of music from my musical jukebox! So pull up and relax!

*I do not own the music played during this episode

Hello beautiful people! It's time for another episode of Village Mentality.

To all of my Kings out there, this episode is for you! WE need you to take care of yourselves, and your health needs to be a priority. I will be talking about the 10 Top Health Conditions of concern for men. African American men, unfortunately, are disproportionately impacted by these health conditions, so I hope that you will be checking out this episode Kings!

In my segment, "Let's Talk About It" hear about the 2 night documentary about Janet Jackson. Learn about the first African Canadian NHL player and I will be wrapping up, Mental Wellness Month with coping skills that will help us to alleviate our stress.

From my musical jukebox this week, the ladies will be serenading the fellas! Tune In!

*I do not own any of the music played during this episode.

Hello beautiful people! In this week's episode, I will be talking to ALL my Queens out there, about our health. There are 8 health conditions that we need to be concerned about. Black women, are disproportionately impacted and have poorer health outcomes! Listen up so that we can learn how to take better care of ourselves and each other. As our partners, Kings, it would be good for you to check out this episode too because WE need your support...ya dig? Don't worry next week, the focus will be on ALL my Kings out there!

Have you been watching the limited series on ABC, "Women of the Movement" it's the story of Mamie Till-Mobley and her heroic efforts to show the world about the horrific way in which her young son, Emmett Till was murdered, after being accused of offending a white woman in Mississippi in 1955. Some would say that this act was the beginning of The Civil Rights Movement.

Hear about a non-profit organization in Harlem, NY that teaches our youth to grow and cook fresh vegetables, seeing to it that our children learn the importance of a healthy diet at a young age!

As always there will be plenty of music from my musical jukebox...Ladies, tonight we will be serenaded by the Fellas! Tune in!

*I do not own any of the music played during this episode.

Good evening Kings and Queens! In this week's episode, I will be talking to you about the concept of "Weathering" let's learn together how we as BIPOC communities have "weathered" racism and how it can impact our mental and physical health.

In my segment, "Let's Talk About It," I will pay tribute to Sir Sidney Poitier, the first African American man to win the Academy Award.

January is Mental Wellness Month, how can affirmations turn negative thoughts into positive ones?

As always, there will be plenty of music from my musical jukebox. Join me in the Village!

*I do not own any music played during the episode.

Hello Beautiful People! Happy Holidays To You All!

According to the American Sociological Association, #systemicracism creates or worsens #mentalhealth challenges for many people of color. Race-related #stressors can impact the mental health of #disadvantaged racial and ethnic communities. One way that systemic racism impacts mental health is through #racialtrauma.

In my segment, "Let's Talk About It," The jury in the Kim Potter trial has asked the judge what happens if they are not able to reach a consensus, and they have asked if they could have Kim Potter's firearm, perhaps they would like to see for themselves, what the difference in weight is between the teaser and her gun. The thing to remember though is that the gun will not be loaded so the weight of the gun will not be accurate. There were all kinds of microaggressions from the defense as they talked about Daunte Wright, blaming him for his own death.

Of course you know that there is always music from my musical jukebox and so much more!

*I do not own any of the music played during this episode.