Killer Mike, Dr. Ed Garnes, Bear, and Cutmaster Swiff open up about therapy in the Black community—breaking stigma, embracing vulnerability, and reframing mental health through a lens of Black psychology. From the power of tough love and mentorship to the importance of HBCUs and spiritual grounding, the conversation explores how therapy can become a tool for healing, growth, and redefining masculinity. This episode challenges old narratives and makes the case for why seeking help is not weakness, but strength.

Dr. Ed Garnes:

“Here is the significance of my dear brother Ed Garnes, Jr. and From Afros To Shelltoes’ Sweet Tea Ethics. There is no other group in Atlanta that can bring together such engaged, high quality, and substantial dialogue about the crucial issues facing not just the black community, but also American society. He writes well, works hard and revels in the life of the mind. Thank God for brother Ed Garnes, Jr”—Dr. Cornel West

Dr. Ed Garnes, founder of From Afros To Shelltoes and Sweet Tea Ethics, is one of America’s most dynamic therapists, educators, and life consultants. He works with clients of all levels, including global activists, Hollywood celebrities, best-selling writers, collegiate and professional athletes, and corporate leaders. With a scholar’s take on wellness, his work has garnered awards including AJC’s Everyday Hero, CNP’s Allyship Award, and Atlanta’s Motivator of The Year.

The former Spelman professor has appeared on the cover of Young Black Entrepreneur Magazine and on/in Black Enterprise Magazine, Headline News, Sirius Radio, CBS Radio, AJC, and allhiphop.com. His revered offering Sweet Tea Ethics has featured famed brothers Dr. Cornel West and Clifton West as well Grammy Winner Killer Mike and is currently ranked #9 on the Top 100 Indie Mental Health Weekly Goodpods chart.

Dr. Garnes currently stars in the internationally acclaimed documentary film series Elementary Genocide, directed by Rahiem Shabazz. Dr. Garnes also appears in BET’s acclaimed documentary Killer Curves, examining pop culture influences on Black women’s body image.

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