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Black Men Think Podcast

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Welcome to the Black Men Think Podcast, where we elevate our black men because black men be out here thinking. Dedicated to exploring the thoughts, perspectives, and experiences of black men, join us for new episodes every Monday. Join Patreon for bonus episodes every Wednesday.
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Episodes

Episode 119: All Black Men Want For Christmas Is...

In this festive episode of The Black Men Think Podcast, we’re sipping on Makers Mark while discussing the holidays. During the Homeboy Check-In, we catch up on life and share quick updates, setting the tone for a laid-back and fun discussion. Our main topic centers on Christmas Day gifts: what we truly want, how to break the cycle of afterthought gifts for dads, and ways to make the holiday season more intentional for everyone. In the Ask A Black Man segment, we take a trip down memory lane and ...

Dec 13, 202439 min

Episode 118: Future Focused

In this week's episode, Torri and JD record live from the Moxy Hotel Rooftop in Los Angeles. Listen as we shift our focus to the future and discuss how to prepare for 2025 and beyond. From setting our families up for long-term success to taking the next steps toward sustaining good financial standing, we cover practical strategies and thought-provoking ideas to help navigate what’s ahead. Want more from The Black Men Think Podcast? Join us on Patreon patreon.com/blackmenthink Subscribe to The Bl...

Nov 18, 202430 min

Episode 117: Thoughts On The Election

On this week's episode Marlon and JD give their thoughts on the election and the strategy moving forward. Marlon recaps his trip to Dubai and the idea of room for everyone's culture, answering the question of what type of country you would like to live in. Want more from The Black Men Think Podcast? Join us on Patreon patreon.com/blackmenthink Subscribe to The Black Men Think Podcast smarturl.it/bmtpod Subscribe to our Youtube Channel www.youtube.com/channel/UC9AalRKjAuW9pxQ8LigPw5Q Connect with...

Nov 10, 202435 min

Episode 116: My Best Concert

We take a bit of a break from the norm as JD, Marlon, and Corey reflect on their best concert experience. JD announces Den Music Fest and offers a special discount for all of our listeners. Use promo code BLACKMENTHINK for 15% off of your purchase. Want more from The Black Men Think Podcast? Join us on Patreon patreon.com/blackmenthink Subscribe to The Black Men Think Podcast smarturl.it/bmtpod Subscribe to our Youtube Channel www.youtube.com/channel/UC9AalRKjAuW9pxQ8LigPw5Q Connect with The Bla...

Oct 21, 202446 min

Episode 115: Come Get Your Dog

With Hurricane Helene touching down, the fellas decided to take the pod back to its inception and record remotely. During this time JD and Marlon get into hate week as the Falcons prepare to take on the Saints, give a fantasy football update: spoiler alert both of our teams are trash at the moment lol. Plus JD gives a story about how he experienced racism on the golf course...from a dog and his owner. Want more from The Black Men Think Podcast? Join us on Patreon patreon.com/blackmenthink Subscr...

Sep 27, 202441 min

Episode 114: Don't Get Hacked

For this week's episode, Corey and JD talk about the Shannon Sharpe situation and the importance of privacy, answer questions from our #AskABlackMan segment, give a recap of the first week of football, and more. Want more from The Black Men Think Podcast? Join us on Patreon patreon.com/blackmenthink Subscribe to The Black Men Think Podcast smarturl.it/bmtpod Subscribe to our Youtube Channel www.youtube.com/channel/UC9AalRKjAuW9pxQ8LigPw5Q Connect with The Black Men Think Podcast twitter.com/bmtp...

Sep 16, 202429 min

BMT Classic: Influential Relationships

In this week's episode, we go into the vault for a BMT Classic and discuss influential relationships. Listen as the fellas talk about influential relationships and moments good or bad that helped shape them as men. Want more from The Black Men Think Podcast? Join us on Patreon patreon.com/blackmenthink Subscribe to The Black Men Think Podcast smarturl.it/bmtpod Subscribe to our Youtube Channel www.youtube.com/channel/UC9AalRKjAuW9pxQ8LigPw5Q Connect with The Black Men Think Podcast twitter.com/b...

Sep 09, 202452 min

Episode 113: Fantasy Football Is Here

In this light-hearted episode of The Black Men Think Podcast, JD and Marlon kick back and dive into the world of fantasy football. They share their frustrations about why it’s so hard to get everyone on board with following simple instructions—especially when the stakes are high! But it’s not all fun and games. We also tackle a question from our #AskABlackMan segment about the importance of intentionality in your 40s. Whether it’s in your fantasy league or your life, being intentional can make a...

Sep 03, 202439 min

Episode 112: Holding On To Stale Relationships

In the latest episode JD, Marlon, and Corey tackle a thought-provoking question from one of our Patreon members during the #AskABlackMan segment. We dive into the moments when we knew our time was up in romantic relationships, the hard lessons learned from poor communication, and the tricky territory of cutting off friends of the opposite sex when you’re married. Plus, we discuss how to recognize when friendships have run their course. Want more from The Black Men Think Podcast? Join us on Patre...

Aug 23, 202442 min

Episode 111: Having Tough Conversations With Your Spouse

In this follow-up to our last episode, we dive even deeper into the dynamics of marriage. JD kicks things off by sharing his wife’s reaction to hearing the previous episode—let’s just say it sparked some interesting conversations at home! Torri then joins the discussion and asks the big question: How do you have tough conversations with your spouse? This leads Marlon to ponder whether home is truly a safe space to ask anything. Join us as we navigate the challenges of communication in marriage, ...

Aug 12, 202433 min

Episode 110: I'm Tired Too...But I Still Want Some

Support Us On Patreon patreon.com/blackmenthink In this week's episode, JD and Marlon dive into the complexities of sex in marriage with a mix of humor and honesty. Kicking things off with a viral clip from KevOnStage, where a spontaneous offer for sex at dinner is hilariously declined, they set the stage for a candid conversation about the unpredictable nature of intimacy. JD and Marlon explore how women can be ready in one moment and not in the next, sharing their own experiences and insights....

Aug 05, 202437 min

My iPhone Thought I Was Cheating (Patreon Exclusive)

Support Us On Patreon patreon.com/blackmenthink Who else has fallen victim to that good ole iMessage coming through your devices? This week's episode discusses iPhones and how they create wedges in the group chat and family, JD planning his 40th, travel hacking, strip club stories, and more. Subscribe to The Black Men Think Podcast smarturl.it/bmtpod Subscribe to our Youtube Channel www.youtube.com/channel/UC9AalRKjAuW9pxQ8LigPw5Q Connect with The Black Men Think Podcast twitter.com/bmtpod insta...

Jul 23, 202432 min

BMT Classic: The Importance Of Estate Planning Feat. Nicola Robinson

Support Us On Patreon patreon.com/blackmenthink On this BMT Classic episode, the fellas talk with a special guest Nicola Robinson. Co-owner of SR Law Group & Black Parents Aging Podcast, Nicola answered our questions about estate planning, wills & trusts and took us through the process of how to engage with our parents to take the necessary steps in planning their future. Have a question for Nicola Robinson? Book a consultation here https://www.srlawgrp.com/book-a-consultation/ Stream Ni...

Jul 16, 202440 min

Episode 109: Black Nepotism

Support Us On Patreon patreon.com/blackmenthink This week, JD, Torri, and Corey discuss getting sick on vacation, give our thoughts on the Presidential debate, question if Bronny being drafted to the Lakers is nepotism, and more. Subscribe to The Black Men Think Podcast smarturl.it/bmtpod Subscribe to our Youtube Channel www.youtube.com/channel/UC9AalRKjAuW9pxQ8LigPw5Q Connect with The Black Men Think Podcast twitter.com/bmtpod instagram.com/bmtpod facebook.com/blackmenthink

Jul 08, 202430 min

BMT Classic: Situational Blackness Pt. 2

Support Us On Patreon patreon.com/blackmenthink On this BMT Classic episode, the fellas continue their conversations about standing up for their blackness in Part 2 of the Situational Blackness episode. Subscribe to The Black Men Think Podcast smarturl.it/bmtpod Subscribe to our Youtube Channel www.youtube.com/channel/UC9AalRKjAuW9pxQ8LigPw5Q Connect with The Black Men Think Podcast twitter.com/bmtpod instagram.com/bmtpod facebook.com/blackmenthink

Jul 02, 202433 min

Episode 108: It's Okay To Retreat

Corey and JD hold the fort while Mo calls for a special episode. The crew begins with a recap of Kendrick Lamar's Pop Out Show in LA. Marlon explains why having time to himself is important for his Father's Day retreat, kids eating everything in the house, and more. Subscribe to The Black Men Think Podcast https://smarturl.it/bmtpod Subscribe to our Youtube Channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9AalRKjAuW9pxQ8LigPw5Q Connect with The Black Men Think Podcast https://facebook.com/blackmenthink...

Jun 24, 202444 min

BMT Classic My Ideal Father's Day

Support Us On Patreon https://patreon.com/blackmenthink On this BMT Classic episode JD, Mo, and Torri have a real conversation about their ideal Father's Day gift, the perception of overworking in America, Juneteenth, and more. Subscribe to The Black Men Think Podcast https://smarturl.it/bmtpod Subscribe to our Youtube Channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9AalRKjAuW9pxQ8LigPw5Q Connect with The Black Men Think Podcast https://facebook.com/blackmenthink https://twitter.com/bmtpod https://ins...

Jun 17, 202437 min

Episode 107: I Might Need Security

This week Marlon, Torri, and JD introduce the Sip Of The Week, a new segment highlighting our drink of choice for the conversation. We talk about being gun owners, the desire to carry, and the reservations that come along with it. Subscribe to The Black Men Think Podcast https://smarturl.it/bmtpod Subscribe to our Youtube Channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9AalRKjAuW9pxQ8LigPw5Q Connect with The Black Men Think Podcast https://facebook.com/blackmenthink https://twitter.com/bmtpod https://...

Jun 10, 202431 min

Episode 106: I Need To Sleep But I Can't

Support us on Patreon: www.patreon.com/blackmenthink This week Marlon, JD, and Corey talk about their issues with sleep and why they have difficulty lying down or waking up. We also discuss the rapid changes in Atlanta with new developments. Subscribe to The Black Men Think Podcast https://smarturl.it/bmtpod Subscribe to our Youtube Channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9AalRKjAuW9pxQ8LigPw5Q Connect with The Black Men Think Podcast https://facebook.com/blackmenthink https://twitter.com/bmtp...

Jun 03, 202436 min

BMT Classic: Situational Blackness Pt. 1

Support us on Patreon: www.patreon.com/blackmenthink In this BMT Classic episode we take you back to the very first episode of The Black Men Think Podcast. Listen as the fellas tackle the posing question of the last time they had to stand up for their blackness. Subscribe to The Black Men Think Podcast smarturl.it/bmtpod Subscribe to our Youtube Channel www.youtube.com/channel/UC9AalRKjAuW9pxQ8LigPw5Q Connect with The Black Men Think Podcast twitter.com/bmtpod instagram.com/bmtpod facebook.com/b...

May 24, 202427 min

Episode 105: Healthy Gym Habits

Support us on Patreon: www.patreon.com/blackmenthink Torri and JD hold down the fort this week as they discuss healthy gym habits and the importance of building a routine. Subscribe to The Black Men Think Podcast https://smarturl.it/bmtpod Subscribe to our Youtube Channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9AalRKjAuW9pxQ8LigPw5Q Connect with The Black Men Think Podcast https://facebook.com/blackmenthink https://twitter.com/bmtpod https://instagram.com/bmtpod

May 13, 202434 min

Episode 104: Emotional vs. Physical Cheating

Support us on Patreon: www.patreon.com/blackmenthink So we just got one question, what's worse...being cheated on emotionally or physically? In this week's episode, the crew has a real conversation about cheating and how they would move forward. Subscribe to The Black Men Think Podcast https://smarturl.it/bmtpod Subscribe to our Youtube Channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9AalRKjAuW9pxQ8LigPw5Q Connect with The Black Men Think Podcast https://facebook.com/blackmenthink https://twitter.com/...

May 07, 202431 min

Episode 103: Incorporating AI

Support us on Patreon: www.patreon.com/blackmenthink After a quick review of podcast equipment, Corey and JD have a conversation about beef in hip-hop, having famous friends, learning to coexist with AI, and more. Subscribe to The Black Men Think Podcast https://smarturl.it/bmtpod Subscribe to our Youtube Channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9AalRKjAuW9pxQ8LigPw5Q Connect with The Black Men Think Podcast https://facebook.com/blackmenthink https://twitter.com/bmtpod https://instagram.com/bmt...

Apr 29, 202436 min

Episode 102: Changed Parenting

Support us on Patreon: www.patreon.com/blackmenthink As parents, there's one thing that you will eventually have to face...Mom and Dad didn't do everything the right way. Part of learning that is breaking the cycle with your children. On this week's episode, we discuss changing how we parent and explain why therapy will help shape your future child's life. Subscribe to The Black Men Think Podcast https://smarturl.it/bmtpod Subscribe to our Youtube Channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9AalRK...

Apr 20, 202420 min

Episode 101: Hitting Milestones

Support us on Patreon: www.patreon.com/blackmenthink As promised we are back with an official episode 100. Corey, Marlon, and JD look back on the genesis of the podcast, and discuss setting expectations, hitting milestones, and what this podcast means to them. Subscribe to The Black Men Think Podcast https://smarturl.it/bmtpod Subscribe to our Youtube Channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9AalRKjAuW9pxQ8LigPw5Q Connect with The Black Men Think Podcast https://facebook.com/blackmenthink https...

Apr 08, 202436 min

Episode 100: Experience, Wisdom, and Surrender

Support us on Patreon: www.patreon.com/blackmenthink Fun fact...we recorded this episode without knowing it was our 100th episode. While we plan on doing an "official" celebration later, this week's episode speaks on the pressure in the workplace, setting expectations for yourself, the importance of spending time with your parents, and using wisdom for parenting. Subscribe to The Black Men Think Podcast https://smarturl.it/bmtpod Subscribe to our Youtube Channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/U...

Mar 30, 202432 min

Episode 099: Setting A Standard

Support us on Patreon: www.patreon.com/blackmenthink The gang is back and we kick things off talking about the recent moves in the NFL. Corey gives us a behind-the-scenes look at the Family Feud taping. Plus we discuss the importance of setting a standard before reaching 40 and making time for your physical health. Subscribe to The Black Men Think Podcast https://smarturl.it/bmtpod Subscribe to our Youtube Channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9AalRKjAuW9pxQ8LigPw5Q Connect with The Black Me...

Mar 18, 202430 min

Episode 098: Celebrate You

Support us on Patreon: www.patreon.com/blackmenthink So we just got one question...when was the last time you celebrated you? On this week's pod, we changed the scenery up a bit, recording in Charlotte, NC. JD, Marlon, Ace, and Torri discuss the importance of celebrating yourself. We also celebrate Corey's 40th birthday, Ace's Grammy win, and more. Subscribe to The Black Men Think Podcast https://smarturl.it/bmtpod Subscribe to our Youtube Channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9AalRKjAuW9pxQ...

Feb 17, 202420 min

Episode 097: Discretion On Social

We have 5 of the 7 on the pod today. Listen as JD, Marlon, Torri, Ace and Brian talk about having discretion on their social media accounts, LinkedIn becoming the new Facebook and Instagram, purging your message history and more. Subscribe to The Black Men Think Podcast https://smarturl.it/bmtpod Subscribe to our Youtube Channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9AalRKjAuW9pxQ8LigPw5Q Connect with The Black Men Think Podcast https://facebook.com/blackmenthink https://twitter.com/bmtpod https://i...

Feb 03, 202432 min

Episode 096: Approaching 40

Support us on Patreon: www.patreon.com/blackmenthink JD, Marlon, and Corey kick off this week's episode by discussing life changes when approaching 40. Defining what fun looks like now for middle-aged black men, the family dynamic with the aftermath of the pandemic, and more. Subscribe to The Black Men Think Podcast smarturl.it/bmtpod Subscribe to our Youtube Channel www.youtube.com/channel/UC9AalRKjAuW9pxQ8LigPw5Q Connect with The Black Men Think Podcast facebook.com/blackmenthink twitter.com/b...

Jan 27, 202448 min
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