In this episode, I talk with Mo Lou, who is a podcaster and Mental Health Professional about my healing, dating + relationships, the importance of taking an L, my relationship with failure and so much more. Listen as we break down what it took for me to get to where I am today and how I plan on growing into who I envision myself being in this powerful episode. SUPPORT THE PLATFORM: ———————————— Merch: https://shop.expressyourselfblackman.com/ Hurting To Healing ebook: https://shop.expressyoursel...
Dec 17, 2021•1 hr 6 min•Season 1Ep. 31
In this episode, I talk with Mical, who is a Prostate Cancer Survivor and Advocate about Prostate Cancer, the importance of going to the doctor and secrecy in Black families. Listen as we break down myths about prostate cancer and doctor visits in this dope episode. SUPPORT THE PLATFORM: ———————————— Merch: https://shop.expressyourselfblackman.com/ Hurting To Healing ebook: https://shop.expressyourselfblackman.com/collections/ebooks/products/from-hurting-to-healing-a-black-mans-guide-to-feeling?...
Dec 10, 2021•30 min•Season 1Ep. 30
In this episode, I talk with Alphonso Nathan also known as Phonz the Therapist, who is a licensed Black male therapist, speaker, author and Mental Health advocate. We speak about Seasonal Depression also known as Seasonal Affective Disorder, different ways we can deal with it healthily and the importance of being mindful with our energy. Listen as we break down Seasonal Depression + energy in in this insightful episode. SUPPORT THE PLATFORM: ———————————— Merch: https://shop.expressyourselfblackm...
Dec 03, 2021•30 min•Season 1Ep. 29
In this episode, I talk with Soul Cole, who is a mental health advocate, Certified Breath Coach, and NFL legend about how we can deal with Black death healthily after the tragic passing of Young Dolph. We speak on how meditation and breathwork can be helpful in helping us to process the trauma we encounter as Black men and the importance of being open to new practices. Listen as we break down how to get started with meditation in this powerful episode. R.I.P Young Dolph. SUPPORT THE PLATFORM: ——...
Nov 26, 2021•53 min•Season 1Ep. 28
In this episode, I talk with Brandon and Shay, from the Inside the Room podcast about how I started Express Yourself Black Man, being depressed + having suicidal ideations at 19, anxiety, the Hurting To Healing ebook and so much more. Listen as I break down what has led to the Express Yourself Black Man movement + platform on this Inside the Room exclusive. SUPPORT THE PLATFORM: ———————————— Merch: https://shop.expressyourselfblackman.com/ Hurting To Healing ebook: https://shop.expressyourselfbl...
Nov 19, 2021•46 min•Season 1Ep. 27
In this episode, I talk with Taylor, who is a Secure Attachment Therapist about how men and women, mainly Black men and women, can reconcile to cultivate healthier relationships and a stronger community. We speak on some miscommunications between men and women, the importance of speaking to the opposite sex to learn, attachment styles and so much more. Listen as we break down our views on the Black community and relationships in this dope podcast episode. SUPPORT THE PLATFORM: ———————————— Merch...
Nov 12, 2021•1 hr 4 min•Season 1Ep. 26
In this episode, I talk with Obio, who is a queer Black man and space creator. We talk about some of the misconceptions around queerness, the "acceptance" of queer Black men, masculine and feminine energy and so much more. Listen as we break down how cishet Black men can better support the queer Black men in our community. SUPPORT THE PLATFORM: ———————————— Merch: https://shop.expressyourselfblackman.com/ Hurting To Healing ebook: https://shop.expressyourselfblackman.com/collections/ebooks/produ...
Nov 05, 2021•49 min•Season 1Ep. 25
In this episode, I talk with Ki, who is a Mindfulness & Self-Care Educator, former elementary teacher, and content creator. We speak about some of the misconceptions around self-care, self-reflection, walking in your purpose, patriarchy and so much more. Listen as we break down our views on self-care, expression + patriarchy in this deep podcast episode. SUPPORT THE PLATFORM: ———————————— Merch: https://shop.expressyourselfblackman.com/ Hurting To Healing ebook: https://shop.expressyourselfb...
Oct 29, 2021•1 hr 27 min•Season 1Ep. 24
In this episode, I talk with Cici, who is a 12x author and podcaster about dating + relationships. We speak about why some people only attract "bad partners", why we need to all take personal accountability for our healing, the importance of talking to the opposite sex and so much more. Listen as we break down our views on dating + relationships in this dope podcast episode. SUPPORT THE PLATFORM: ———————————— Merch: https://shop.expressyourselfblackman.com/ Hurting To Healing ebook: https://shop...
Oct 22, 2021•1 hr 20 min•Season 1Ep. 23
In this episode, I talk with AJ, who is a bookstagrammer about Jason Wilson's book, Battle Cry as part of his virtual book tour. We spoke about what it takes to wage the war within, emotional incarceration, why men are emotionally incarcerated and so much more. Listen as we break down masculinity and waging the war within in this powerful podcast episode. SUPPORT THE PLATFORM: ———————————— Merch: https://shop.expressyourselfblackman.com/ Hurting To Healing ebook: https://shop.expressyourselfblac...
Oct 15, 2021•50 min•Season 1Ep. 22
In this episode, I talk with Imani, who is a Marriage and Family therapist about transactional relationships, attachment styles + more. We speak about the difference between transactional and transcendent relationships and I share my story about how I found out I got cheated on. Listen as we break down what we've learned about unhealthy relationships in this episode. SUPPORT THE PLATFORM: ———————————— Merch: shop.expressyourselfblackman.com Hurting To Healing ebook: https://shop.expressyourselfb...
Oct 08, 2021•33 min•Season 1Ep. 21
To close Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, I sat down with Jevon, who is a mindset coach, to talk about vulnerability, suicidal ideations, mindset and more in this powerful episode. Listen as we speak about our experiences with suicidal ideations and how it shaped us into the men we are today. Support The Podcast: Buy Merch or our ebook on healing (shop.expressyourselfblackman.com)
Sep 30, 2021•28 min•Season 1Ep. 20
In this episode, I talk with Tanya, who is a trauma-informed therapist working with parents and their relationship with their children, and Shanique, who is a Marriage and Family therapist working with domestic violence victims and the person causing harm (PCH). We speak about why they both got into the mental health field and the importance of hold people accountable for healing their trauma while showing them compassion. Listen as they break down their therapeutic practice and go into detail a...
Jul 25, 2021•46 min•Season 1Ep. 19
In this episode, I talk with AK The Don, who is a podcaster, about legacy and how to leave a lasting legacy. He has an interesting perspective on legacy-building. Listen as AK breaks down why he does what he does and what he has learned from his self-reflection. Outro Song: Young M.A - Funk Flex Freestyle #133 Support The Podcast: Buy Merch (www.expressyourselfblackman.com/shop)
Jun 07, 2021•19 min•Season 1Ep. 18
In this episode, I talk with Zee, who is a motivational speaker, community strategist and youth mentoring director, about therapy, transparency, authenticity, and persevering through the adversity he has faced in his life. Listen as Zee breaks down why he got into motivational speaking and how therapy helped to save his life. Outro Song: Moffis - Brand New Support The Podcast: Buy Merch (www.expressyourselfblackman.com/shop)...
May 24, 2021•27 min•Season 1Ep. 17
In this episode, I talk with Mel Doro, who is a certified credit consultant, about personal finance. He breaks down credit, investing, and how he spends his money. I've partnered with Mel Doro's firm, Building Block Credit, to offer credit and personal finance knowledge on the platform. Visit expressyourselfblackman.com/shop to buy the credit repair blueprint or ultimate financial literacy bundle from our Building Block Credit affiliate link. Outro Song: Mel Doro - Big Dawg Support The Podcast: ...
May 17, 2021•25 min•Season 1Ep. 16
In this episode, I talk with Danielle The Coach, who is a certified Life and Leadership Coach, about purpose work. She breaks down the difference between coaching and therapy and explains how she helps millennial go-getters get out of their way and unapologetically create the life they want to live. Outro Song: Mel Doro - A Game (ft. Mic Zhane) Support The Podcast: Buy Merch (www.akizzlebrand.com/store)
Apr 11, 2021•21 min•Season 1Ep. 15
In this episode, I talk with Elijah, who is a Fitness Coach, about fitness, coaching, entrepreneurship, and mental health. He drops gems on staying fit mentally, physically, and spiritually. Outro Song: Mel Doro - Food For Thought Support The Podcast: Buy Merch (www.akizzlebrand.com/store)
Apr 04, 2021•27 min•Season 1Ep. 14
In this episode, I talk with D.C. about her 25-year marriage and what it takes to be a successful wife. She offers A LOT of insight on how she had to grow as a woman to be successful in her marriage. Outro Song: MellowMills - Hangar ft. Jay Robb Support The Podcast: Buy Merch (www.akizzlebrand.com/store)
Mar 28, 2021•31 min•Season 1Ep. 13
In this episode, I talk with David about the people he lost in his lifetime and how dealing with loss forced him to start prioritizing his mental health. His story serves as an inspiration that post-traumatic growth is real and possible. Outro Song: Jay Robb - Minutes Interlude Support The Podcast: Buy Merch (www.akizzlebrand.com/store)
Mar 21, 2021•54 min•Season 1Ep. 12
In this episode, I talk about the first time I got robbed in Queens, NY, and how that changed my perception of reality. Outro Song: Mel Doro - Next Chapter Freestyle Support The Podcast: Buy Merch (www.akizzlebrand.com/store)
Mar 13, 2021•10 min•Season 1Ep. 11
In this episode, I speak on my struggles with radical feminists. Outro Song: Stargiela - Come Alive Support The Podcast: Buy Merch (www.akizzlebrand.com/store)
Mar 07, 2021•11 min•Season 1Ep. 10
In this episode, I break down boundaries. I give tips on how to set boundaries properly and go over why boundaries are important. Listen as I go over some frameworks to help you set and maintain boundaries in your life. Outro Song: MellowMills - Camped Out Support The Podcast: Buy Merch (www.akizzlebrand.com/store)
Feb 21, 2021•12 min•Season 1Ep. 9
In this episode, I break down how to love a black man the right way. I give tips on what I think black men like and how to cultivate a successful relationship with a black man. Happy Malentine's Day. Outro Song: Flee - Queens Support The Podcast: Buy Merch (www.akizzlebrand.com/store)
Feb 14, 2021•12 min•Season 1Ep. 8
In this episode, I break down imposter syndrome. I give tips for how I deal with my imposter syndrome and encouragement for those struggling with imposter syndrome currently. Listen as I discuss how to defeat imposter syndrome. Outro Song: LYRICAL FLEXERCISE CYPHER II: ROME, ANTHONYXJOHN, THECASINOLIFE, KNG, & MESHA AKIRA. HOST: VONTE NYC References: Dunner-Kruger Effect ( https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/basics/dunning-kruger-effect#:~ ) Support The Podcast: Buy Merch (www.akizzlebrand.co...
Feb 07, 2021•10 min•Season 1Ep. 7
In this episode, I discuss how to find a good therapist. I break down what I look for in any therapist and the qualities I think good therapists have. I also give resources to help you find therapy. Listen as I discuss how to find a therapist that is good for you. Outro Song: Stargiela - Exhausted References: Psychology Today ( https://www.psychologytoday.com/us ) Clinicians of Color ( https://www.cliniciansofcolor.org/ ) Therapy for Black Girls ( https://therapyforblackgirls.com/ ) Therapy for ...
Jan 31, 2021•12 min•Season 1Ep. 6
In this episode, I discuss how to heal. I break down my self-care plan and the steps I took to start healing after discovering how my trauma affected me. Therapy can sometimes leave you with more questions than answers, which can be intimidating. Learning how to heal and how YOU heal is extremely important. Listen as I break down my healing process. Outro Song: Tango Lee - Landslide References: Blog: Brickel and Associates ( https://brickelandassociates.com/ ) YouTube: Nu Mindframe ( https://www...
Jan 24, 2021•13 min•Season 1Ep. 5
In this episode, I discuss how my attachment style affects me. I break down protest behaviors and how they played a pivotal role in one of my past relationships failing. I also speak briefly on how I tackled healing my attachment style. Listen as I break down the struggles of being anxious insecure preoccupied. Outro Song: Jay Robb - Innocent Support The Podcast: Buy Merch (www.akizzlebrand.com/store)
Jan 17, 2021•12 min•Season 1Ep. 4
In this episode, Kamiko and I discuss abusive relationships, relationship trauma, life after an abusive relationship, healing, and much more. We dive into Kamiko's personal life in a very telling interview/conversation that I think anyone can benefit from. Listen as we demystify closure and the lies we're told about what closure looks like. Outro Song: Mel Doro - Passwords Support The Podcast: Buy Merch (www.akizzlebrand.com/store)...
Jan 10, 2021•50 min•Season 1Ep. 3
In this episode, I talk about my upbringing and what led me to start the podcast. I dive into my childhood, teenage years, adulthood, and explain how my upbringing has impacted my life currently. Listen as I discuss how my insecurities and attachment style played a role in my past failed relationships. Outro Song: Mel Doro - Flowers Die, Memories Don't Support The Podcast: Buy Merch (www.akizzlebrand.com/store)
Jan 03, 2021•45 min•Season 1Ep. 2
