Black Guy Therapy: Recent Episodes
Black Guy Therapy Podcast
A Therapeutic Podcast For Men of Color. A place to vent about things that affect black men in their daily lives. New Episodes on Mondays
In this episode, we delve into a crucial health issue prevalent in our society, particularly among the black community: blood pressure. Join us as we explore the significance of maintaining healthy blood pressure levels, backed by eye-opening statistics that shed light on the alarming reality. Leveraging Jarod's expertise, we venture into actionable steps and innovative approaches to empower individuals and communities in effectively managing blood pressure.
In this episode, we are joined by Dr. Michael Oliver, a highly-qualified expert in Biological Psychology. After completing his Ph.D. at the University of Tennessee in 2018, Dr. Oliver embarked on a fascinating research journey at The University of Tennessee Medical Center. His focus was to explore the potential use of Event-Related Potentials (ERPs), an EEG technique, as a functional biomarker for early detection and disease progression in neurodegenerative disorders like Alzheimer's disease.Join us and stay tuned for an insightful and thought-provoking episode, where Dr. Oliver not only discusses his groundbreaking work but also takes a moment to unwind and explore his experiences outside of the laboratory. Don't miss this opportunity to gain a unique perspective on cutting-edge research in the field of cognitive neurophysiology with Dr. Michael Oliver.
Join us on this episode as we delve into the world of politics with the remarkable Jasper Hendrix, III. As a Political Strategist and Metro Nashville Commissioner, Jasper shares his captivating journey into politics, his unwavering passion for public service, and his insights on how we can actively engage ourselves in our communities. Don't miss out on this enlightening conversation!
On this episode we have a truly inspiring guest. He is Jeff McGruder, one of the owners of Citizens Savings Bank & Trust, the oldest black bank in the United States.
In this episode, Jeff talks about his incredible journey through life and banking. He shares some fascinating stories and insights into what it means to be a part of such a historic institution in America.
We also discuss the crucial role that black owned banks play in our community and our society as a whole.
Join us for a powerful conversation as we sit down with none other than Dr. Raymond McDermott, a brilliant radiologist. In this episode, we delve deep into Dr. McDermott's fascinating journey in medicine, exploring the challenges he has faced as a black doctor. With candor and humility, Dr. McDermott shares with us the discrimination he has encountered, and his unwavering commitment to breaking down barriers and paving the way for future generations. But it's not all serious talk - we also discover some surprising and playful aspects of this remarkable doctor, including his passion for music.
Diving deep into the roots of empowerment, this episode explores the vital role of doulas in the black community. From supporting black women through childbirth to nurturing black men and families, doulas have been the unsung heroes of our community for generations. Doula Kasey Tucker of Motherbirths, LLC. shares her journey through this space and teaches us a few things about doulas.
In this episode, we welcome former NFL and CFL player Jonathan Hefney to share his powerful story of redemption. Hefney takes us through his journey of being a professional athlete and the career ending injury that led him down a dark and difficult path to prison.Hefney shares with us the personal growth and transformation that he has experienced since his time in prison, and how he has learned to take control of his life and not let his circumstances dictate his future.
For anyone who has faced adversity or been knocked down by life's challenges, Hefney's story is an inspiring reminder that we can always get back up and choose to live life on our own terms.
Tune in to this episode to hear a truly remarkable story of resilience and hope.
The crew's first time back in a year where they catch up and discuss depression and Daddy Depression.
After almost a year, Joel, Todd, and Jarod are back in the kitchen trying to get back in the swing of things.
In our first episode back from a long break we talk about current events, health, and therapy!
Henry, Joel and Todd talk about starting businesses with guest entrepreneur Charles of My Negus Clothing.
Joel continues his talk about anger being a lead emotion by using examples. Todd & Henry chime in.
Joel leads a discussion on if anger is lead emotion after a quick catch up on current events
Joel, Jarod, and Todd talk about being in relationships, marriages, and the things that come with them.
Joel and Todd talk about the meaning of revolution and what it means for us as a people.
Joel, Jarod, and Todd talk about Martin Luther King's Letter from the Birmingham Jail, its parallels to today, and the interconnected-ness of Malcolm and Martin.
Joel and Todd talk about things that have been going on since the inauguration of the new president. They are joined by guest host Roy M.
We are not a political podcast, but in the spirit of Election season Joel and & Todd talk about political things.
Joel and Todd take a backseat and speak with Dr. Jarod Parrish about black men and blood pressure issues.
Joel, Henry and Todd talk about the election and what persons of color should do moving forward.
Joel, Henry & Todd have a discussion about the politics of things in today's election season.
Henry, Joel, & Todd open season three with all the technical difficulties. They talk about a lot of different things to open season three.
Henry, Joel and Todd talk about the need for life insurance. The discuss how life insurance policies could impact black families.
Joel and Todd discuss Orlando Magic's Jonathan Isaac's comments after he decided not to kneel or wear a BLM shirt before games.
Joel and Todd catch up with each other and some current events while thinking out loud.
Joel, Henry and Todd are venting about the current situations unfolding in America. The crew is joined by special guest friends' Danny and Jasey...Sometimes you just need to get it out, no matter how it sounds.
Joel and Todd discuss when they realized that the world didn't care about them and all the things that go into it.
In this episode Joel and Todd discuss many things, but the main question is why are black people blamed for our own deaths (or anything that causes us great trauma)?
Todd and Joel are back from the quarantine and catch up with each other and current events
The crew has an interesting talk about COVID-19, Racial Anxiety , and Racial Equity all while having fun via the phone.
The crew talks about the Corona Virus and other things as they are stuck in a self quarantine.
The crew talks about things that "other" people say to black folks and if there is a more sinister meaning behind it.
This week Henry, Joel, and Todd talk about gentrification and ways it can benefit the community...or not.
Joel and Todd talk about what they do when they suspect racism that is subjected toward them and how they deal with it.
The crew ask a question...Do others discount the achievements of black and brown people, if so, then why?
Todd and Joel talk about Zora Neale Hurston's book Barracoon, and how the connection to the book's history translates to them in real time.
The crew talks about what the black experience means to them. They also discuss how it shapes these United States as a whole.
The crew talks about how money works in the black community by giving stats and their opinion on how we can keep it in house.
Today the crew talks about a plethora of things from Christmas' Black Pete to women being held accountable for some of their actions.
Todd and Joel talk about organized sports and if it sets you up to succeed or fail in life. They have a guest speaker, author of Sports.Life.Business, Derrick Furlow Jr. to speak about the transition to life after sports.
As men, sometimes we just need to talk it out. In this episode the crew has a conversation you would have at the barbershop.
Today we answer submitted questions from our female audience. Listen to get a black man's perspective on things our black woman audience have submitted.
On this episode we have guest host Bull Williams, creator of God's Acclaimed Wise Daughters Inc., to discuss her non-profit and to discussed our topic Once you make it. The question is once you have made it, what do you do to help your community and when is it enough.
Are black athletes driving social justice movements? If they are, are they doing it for publicity or because they really care?
Black Guy Therapy has Jamar Stokely, CEO of The Free Thinking Optimization Expert, to discuss entrepreneurship.
Is it true what they say? Do we sometimes...or all the time... treat darker skinned people different than our lighter skinned counterparts?
Are black people living the true American dream or was it not meant for us? The crew discusses what they think on this episode.
The crew discusses how non-black people view them and treat them different in certain situations.
Joel brings up Emotions in our community, or the lack there of. The guys discuss this topic and many more.
Henry, Joel, & Todd talk about whatever comes to mind on the second edition of shop talk.
We say we woke as a culture but continue to treat each other like S#*%. Joel and Todd discuss this. Henry joins by phone to weigh in.
Do you feel weird around people who don't look like you? We sometimes do. Here our cry.
Are black people set up to fail? In this episode we discuss a few things that may indicate that we are.