This week on Hung Up Pod, we’re talking therapy—but not the Instagram version. I’m joined by Natasha Mosby, LCSW @healthandwellness_nsmlcsw—clinical expert, therapist, and founder of Health, Wellness and Integrated Care—for a deep and refreshing conversation on how therapy is evolving in today’s world. We unpack: The impact (and risks) of AI in mental health spaces The rise of toxic therapy buzzwords and how they’re missing the mark How to cultivate nontraditional healing spaces rooted in cultur...
Jun 27, 2025•37 min
This week on The Hung Up Podcast, Eric is joined by the hilarious and unapologetically insightful XD—podcaster, award winning producer, and cultural critic—for a sharp and hilarious conversation that spans the spectrum of Black queer experience. From the surge of ICE raids and public protests to the return of Noah’s Arc, we dive deep into the state of (Black) Pride Month, the evolution of the DL identity, the TS Madison and Nene Leaks viral clip and why Khia and JT’s moment at DC Pride had every...
Jun 16, 2025•1 hr 9 min
In this Pride Month episode, I'm joined by Black Psychotherapist, Author, and Lightworker Tony Purnell @tonypurnelllightworker for a hilarious and insightful convo around what it means to heal while being Queer, dating with intention (or not), and showing up in the heat of summer dating/hookups. We talk therapy, spiritual wellness, boundaries, and what Pride Month means to us. Tap in for reflections and a little shade!
Jun 06, 2025•50 min
Theo aka PleaseDontIrkMe Blogger, YouTube Creator, and Podcaster unpacks his journey to being a creator and the motivations that keep him engaging with community.
May 23, 2025•34 min
Marquise Richards Host of Keepin' It A Bean podcast, Owner of Leroy's Coffee Blend, and Co-Host of Due Diligence taps in this week and it is a GOOD time! ——— We unpack some of our favorite scenes from the Sinners movie and how vampirism is used to portray white supremacy. ——— May is Mental Health Awareness Month. We unpack growing up with the house rule "what goes on in this house stays in this house" and its impact on our mental health as adults and MORE. Tap in. Leave a review.
May 16, 2025•58 min
The Hung Up Podcast returns with season 7 episode 1 This week's shout out goes to Doechii and Marquise Richards of Keeping It A Bean Podcast. UnPack or Packing it UP: Kim Burrell & Jamal Bryant Viral Video LGBTQ Sanctuary Opens in Pennsylvania Ericka Alexander, Kim Coles Re-Living Single Podcast A'Jay Love gets World Star Hip Hop Post Removed Rodney Hinton, Jr. Say His Name.
May 09, 2025•57 min
This week we focus on local Philly politics and community with Andre D. Carroll. Andre is an educator, juvenile justice advocate and he is currently the Democratic Candidate for the 201st Legislative District State House Representative. 🏳️🌈 Carroll would be the second openly Black gay male to serve as a PA State Rep, the first being Malcolm Kenyatta. Hosts: @hunguppod @tonypurnelllightworker Producer: @marquisedavon Creative Assist: @sterlyg
Apr 18, 2024•33 min
Watch this full episode @YouTube This week Eric and Tony talk about affection and bromance between straight men. Why is it so controversial? Why is it harder for men to show affection towards each other? How does this show up in our own community and how is it perpetuated? Hosts: @hunguppod @tonypurnelllightworker Production: @marquisedavon Creative Assist: @sterlyg Studio: @recphilly
Apr 12, 2024•27 min
This week we have 3D artist and owner of Taylored Faces and Balloons Tee Taylor in the studio to talk about her unique 3D art style and how she was able quit her 9 to 5 to focus on art full time. Hosts: @hunguppod @tonypurnelllightworker Production: @marquisedavon Creative Assist: @sterlyg Studio: @recphilly
Apr 02, 2024•32 min
You can watch this full episode on YouTube by searching Hung Up Podcast. Subscribe and comment! This week we are joined by Janell Johnson owner of The Suite by J. Nicole home of your favorite Black Women owned bath, body, skin, hair, candles and more! Janell is an award winning business owner, retail merchandising coach and consultant. @thesuite.byjnco @suite.828 Catch Us 📺 Mondays at 7p EST @YouTube Hosts: Eric Cole IG/Twitter: @hunguppod Tik Tok: hunguppodcast Tony Purnell: IG/TikTok - @TonyP...
Mar 08, 2024•39 min
Eric and Tony sit down with Leemy and J Marquise…cast members of Philly on the Rise. The cast members discuss their experiences on the show as well as their entrepreneural side of life. Philly On The Rise is a queer reality showed, based right here in Philadelphia! Check out season one! Leemy on IG @leemyhendrix and youtube @TheLeemyHendrixShow J Marquise on IG @j.marquise_ and on youtube @POTRProductions
Feb 29, 2024•31 min
Watch the full episode on YouTube! Tony and Eric are back from winter vacation. This week’s episode is all about the Lovers! The single Lovers that is! Tony and Eric break down “Singles Awareness Day.” The cohosts talk about the pressures of being in a relationship and the value of being single vs in a relationship. What is the pettiest reason you won’t date someone? Let us know in the comment below. #HungUp
Feb 20, 2024•30 min
This week with Nell of The Does That Make Sense Podcast: “Back In The Day” poll results (39:23) Was the Nicki diss a bop or a flop? (44:32) Nicki Rant explicit language warning (46:43-48:19) Sports Update with Nell: NFC/AFC Championship (51:26) Draya Michele dating Jalen Green, is the age gap too WIDE?! (52:28) Juanita Bynum homophobic rant from the pulpit- what’s new? (01:01:45) Send your questions, comments, feedback to hunguppod@gmail.com
Feb 05, 2024•1 hr 15 min
Intro Credit: @MoneyGorgeous on TikTok Guest Co Host: Nell Simmons of The Does That Make Sense Podcast @Nellll__ This Week: Black Fatherhood and shielding versus exposure to prepare the youth for the world (12:12) Stand in Pride filling in the gap for LGBTQ+ people at weddings, graduations, etc. (18:08) How much do you tell the person you are “hooking up” with? (21:30) What do you consider “Back in the Day?” (33:13) Sports Update: The Eagles, Buffalo Bills, Josh Giddy (43:31) Tank says he perfor...
Jan 25, 2024•1 hr 8 min
Guest: Nell Simmons Co-Host of The Does That Make Sense Podcast IG: @NELLLL__ Intro: @thedanielleyoung interview with @tarajiphenson “I was told I’m not HOLLYWOOD pretty.” Christmas is over, are parents relieved? Nell says that malls in America are dying (00:17:45) PrEP vs. Doxy PEP (00:23:18) Waiting to Exhale celebrates 28th anniversary (00:35:15) Taraji P. Henson speaks out; Are roles being created for Black actresses? (00:42:46) Taraji/Oprah Body Language TikTok @openmichero (00:53:10) Discl...
Jan 01, 2024•1 hr 14 min
Nell Simmons Co-Host of The Does That Make Sense Podcast dials back in this week. We unpack some recent trending topics. Coping with seasonal depression (00:11:29). Charleston White says it’s femmine to groom and lotion (00:17:50). Mark Bryan pushing gender norms with how he dresses (00:27:19). Should men disclose to women they are dating if they have been with a man in the past? (00:34:21).
Dec 22, 2023•51 min
This week on Hung Up Podcast feat. Nell Simmons of The Don’t That Make Sense Podcast: PrEP is not just for Queer men- let’s talk about how HIV has been impacting the straight community recently (00:04:57) What precedent is Philly setting by banning the face ski mask? There are arguments on both sides (00:13:33) Rocks in the sink, and why it went viral this week (00:27:53) Philadelphia Parking Authority is hell! (00:33:46). The infamous K&A (Kensington & Allegheny) in Philly (00:44:13) Wh...
Dec 15, 2023•1 hr 12 min
Hung Up Fam I finally got my Frat Brother on my podcast! Nell is a father, basketball official, and co-Host of The Don’t That Make Sense Podcast. This week we have a candid conversation about going through your spouse’s phone. And we unpack toxic relationship norms.
Dec 08, 2023•53 min
Things get a little spicy as Tony and Eric sit down with their next in-studio guest! The cohosts meet up with Philly Socialite/Influencer Bryheim, and Rapper, songwriter, and serial entrepreneur Ra Blanco. The cast members discuss their new queer reality showed, based right here in Philadelphia and upcoming projects. Bryheim on IG @bry.heiim RA Blanco on IG @rablanco
Nov 24, 2023•21 min
Tony and Eric sit down with another in-studio guest, we meet up with Philly Experience Enthusiast Mo, aka Mo B Outside! Mo sits down with the cohosts to talk about being outside in Philly and what the city has to offer from art, to fashion, to food! Get into this episode as we dive into the MO EXPERIENCE. You can find Mo on IG @mo_b_outside Subscribe to our YouTube Channel! Interested in being a guest or have a topic to discuss? Email us at hunguppod@gmail.com Catch Us 📺 Mondays at 7p EST @YouT...
Nov 17, 2023•26 min
Bonus Episode Intro @MistyKnight40 TikTok “Stop Telling People NOT to Vote!” Project 2025 06:35 Israel-Palestine War; my thoughts. 10:17 Thank you Vincent Marc aka MarcMyStyle Philly Tennis Photoshoot. 11:45 What Happens When You Become The Single Friend in the Group? 17:00 Shout out to 1Philadelphia and Innovation Weekend celebrating equity in Philly’s Tech community.
Nov 12, 2023•22 min
This week on HungUpPodLIVE Eric and Tony are joined by John of Bomaye. They discuss everything with medical marijuana, Bomaye, and how he is helping the Black and brown community become better advocates for themselves. Catch Us 📺 Mondays at 7p EST @YouTube
Nov 10, 2023•21 min
This week on HungUpPodLIVE Eric and Tony are joined by singer-songwriter Dominic Patrick to discuss his background as a musician. They talk inspiration, the song writing process, Dominic's time on The Voice, and play some song association at the end of it all. Make sure to tap in with the episode! #HungUP Catch Us 📺 Mondays at 7p EST @YouTube Guest: Dominic Patrick (IG: @dominic_patrick / Tik Tok: TheDominicPatrick) Hosts: Eric Cole IG/Twitter: @hunguppod Tik Tok: hunguppodcast Tony Purnell: IG...
Nov 03, 2023•28 min
For part 2 of my sit down with Rich J aka BlackBoyPhantasy we get into censorship of Black content creators on platforms like Instagram and ways we can build community for creators in spaces that are more inclusive and less competitive. Lastly, Rich J unpacks how he uses his creative expression to tap into his inner child. IG @BlackBoyPhantasy @PhantasyPhotoz Twitter @PhantasyPhotos
Oct 27, 2023•48 min
This week Rich J aka BlackBoyPhantasy dials into the Hung Up Podcast. For the first time, we get to hear from the man behind the infamous Black Queer erotic pop art illustrations and photography. I take advantage of this time with BlackBoyPhantasy which is why this is a 2 part podcast. We start with how we got here- who was Rich growing up and how drawing was a big part of his artistic expression. Rich unpacks early influences like growing up drawing with his grandmother. We also talk about figh...
Oct 20, 2023•53 min
This week on HungUpPodLIVE Eric and Tony unpack femme-phobia and its impact to dating, advocacy, and how we show up as individuals and for each other. How did we get here? What role do we all play in perpetuating femme-phobia? Tony and I share this and we end with ways we ourselves embrace our femme. #HungUp Catch Us 📺 Mondays at 7p EST @YouTube Hosts: Eric Cole IG/Twitter: @hunguppod Tik Tok: hunguppodcast Tony Purnell: IG/TikTok - @TonyPurnellLightWorker Twitter - @TonyLightWorker Producer: M...
Oct 20, 2023•34 min
This week on HungUpPodLIVE Eric and Tony dive into some thought-provoking listener feedback and explore the fascinating story of Nanny of the Maroons. Tune in to learn more and comment along as we examine this interesting piece of Black history! #HungUp Catch Us 📺 Mondays at 7p EST @YouTube Hosts: Eric Cole IG/Twitter: @hunguppod Tik Tok: hunguppodcast Tony Purnell: IG/TikTok - @TonyPurnellLightWorker Twitter - @TonyLightWorker Producer: Marquise Richards IG/Tik Tok/Twitter - @MarquiseDavon You...
Oct 14, 2023•21 min
HungUpPodLIVE (FULL VID ON YOUTUBE) with Eric and Tony season two kicks off with content creator, blogger and host of Upfront with Tre Real, TreReal. After the icebreaker we hear about season 2 of Tre’s YouTube show and talk about the philly creative space- the good and the bad! Catch Us 📺 Mondays at 7p EST @YouTube Hosts: Eric Cole IG/Twitter: @hunguppod Tik Tok: hunguppodcast Tony Purnell: IG/TikTok - @TonyPurnellLightWorker Twitter - @TonyLightWorker Producer: Marquise Richards IG/Tik Tok/Tw...
Oct 06, 2023•34 min
This week I am dropping the audio from my InstaLive conversation with Artist, Advocate, and Survivor Jewel the Gem. First we get into the 2 new singles Jewel has out right now, "Hair Me Out," and "Mirror Mantra." Then we talk about what Queer artist support looks like- or should. Jewel opens up about her own experiences with being a Queer artist, not getting paid at Pride events, and being the opener for non-Queer artists.
Sep 29, 2023•58 min
☎️ Erica Mena was wrong- and the LHHATL Producers! Racism and anti-Blackness is never okay, Why are some Black people siding with Erica? Spotify Q & A: Are you Team Erica, Team Spice or Team Everyone Was Wrong? Accountability doesn't always feel good. I learned that first hand this past weekend. Instagram Live audio with the Co-Host of the Positive Voices Podcast, Malachi Stewart. Malachi shares his thoughts on the upcoming season of his show and how he has been creating his own Queer affirm...
Sep 11, 2023•1 hr 7 min
