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I Gotta Start Somewhere
by Herbert Parsi
I Gotta Start Somewhere is a community-focused podcast hosted by Herbert Parsi, MS, LCADC. This platform was created to raise awareness of real issues impacting our communities, provide education on current drug and alcohol trends, and offer practical guidance for individuals and families navigating substance use concerns. Each episode delivers direct, relevant information about prevention, early intervention, treatment options, and recovery support. The goal is to reduce stigma, increase understanding, and help listeners make informed decisions when they or someone they care about may need help. This podcast is designed for: Individuals struggling with substance use Family members seeking guidance Community members wanting to stay informed Professionals looking for insight into treatment trends Herbert Parsi is a Licensed Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselor and the founder of Herbert Parsi Wellness Treatment, a private outpatient pra
Episodes
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Charity! - Da Get Togetha Season 2 Episode 5
CHARITY! Guess who’s back!!! Next episode drops tomorrow morning! This one is all about CHARITY. Join Elder Herb and myself as they break down the function and necessity of charity in the community with guests Dana Dalton, Mansa Musa Jr., and Janise Good! And get ready for some changes coming…
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Education! - Da Get Togetha Season 2 Episode 4
Education Education Education! How important is it to the black community? Do we need to focus on it more? Are we at a disadvantage? Join us as we invite Dr. Leroy Stanford Jr., Mansa Musa Jr., and Dr. Patrice Clark to talk about these and many other concerns about education in the black…
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Stop Snitchin! - Da Get Togetha S02Ep03
Are we tellin too much of our business? Join Elder Herb and King as they discuss the topic of too much social media! How does it affect our community? Is there a history lesson to pull from? Is it a hinderance or an asset? Community members Porschea, Terry, and Janise weigh in on the subject and...
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Self Love - Da Get Togetha S2Ep1
Love Thyself! Thats the name of the game! Do we love ourselves enough? Do we suffer from too much self hate? In this new episode of The Solution Based Community Podcast we get right into it with community members Dexter Smith, Kenya Welch, and Dominique Janelle! Come join the conversation this...
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No Church In Da Wild - Da Get Togetha S2E01
Happy Valentines Day love birds!!! Welcome back to Season 2 of Da Get Togetha! We are just overflowing with all the love everyone showed us last season, so we wanted to start this new season off on the day of love talking about those that have more love to give! That's right, lets talk about OPEN...
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Da Get Togetha Season 1 Bonus Episode!
The crew gets together to discuss their favorite moments from season one of Da Get Togetha, have a few laughs, and talk about the upcoming season 2!!
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For The Love Of Money Pt. 2 - Da Get Togetha Episode 15
Join Elder Herb, King, and Dana again for the season finale as they get into the love of money part 2! This continuation focuses on entrepreneurship in the black community and we assemble a great set of community members to offer some powerful advice and thought processes about how we can do…
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For The Love Of Money Pt. 1 - Da Get Togetha
For the love of money? On the first episode of an ongoing series, we talk about employment in the black community. The ups and downs that are unique to our lives as people of color and some things we can do to change mindsets and actually break generational cycles. Join us on Apple Podcasts,...
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Stories Of Whackness! - Da Get Togetha Episode 13
You ever have someone do some corny ish to you? Just some whack nonsense? Matter fact, have you ever done some whack corny nonsense to someone? Join Elder Herb, King, and The Browngirl as they bring community favorites Porschea and Bigg on to share some crazy stories and laugh out loud moments!...
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Stayin' Alive - Da Get Togetha Episode 12
We just tryna Stay Alive! On this next episode of Da Get Togetha we get real about health in the black community. Join Elder Herb, King, and The Browngirl as they welcome Jasmine Privott, Andrew Steezo Banks, Cherise Lenore, Tangela Stewart, and special guest Actor, Rap Artist, and Trainer to the...
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What's Goin On? - Da Get Togetha Episode 11
What's Goin On? This question along with many others affecting the social climate of the black community get addressed with Elder Herb, King, and The BrownGirl as they welcome community members Cherise, Owen Anderson, Avi Scott, and Dexter Smith to chop it up and gain some amazing perspective.…
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Where Is The Love? - Da Get Togetha Episode 10
What is a ride or die chick? Should you be one? Have you ever been? Is that the only way to gain real love? On this new episode of #DaGetTogetha, The Browngirl takes Elder Herb and King on a journey of realization with Community Members Neffertiti Phillips, Porschea McCallister, Cassandra, The...
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Coparenting - Da Get Togetha Episode 9
Is Coparenting difficult? On this episode of Da Get Togetha, Elder Herb and King get into the ups and downs of coparenting with Community Members Shirea Graham, Tim Arrington, Tamika Phillips, Koko Clemens, and Dawn Comeaux. Join the conversation, experience the real stories, and understand the...
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First Date Representative - Da Get Togetha Episode 8
Do you remember your first date? Do you remember the first time you realized you met someone’s representative instead of the real them? Join us on this next episode of Da Get Togetha when Elder Herb, King, and The Browngirl pull out some hilarious stories of their early dating life! Adding to the...
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Single Parent Dating - Da Get Togetha Episode 7
Is dating as a single parent hard? When should we meet the kids? Do we tell our co-parents? On this episode of #DaGetTogetha Elder Herb, The Browngirl, and King answer these questions and many more with community members Dee Dalton, Porschea McCallister, Domanek Banks, and George Cash Holland!…
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Walidation - Da Get Togetha Episode 6
What is #WALIDATION? Join community members The Phlash, Manami Jackson, Jeff Webb, and Lavar Edwards as Elder Herb helps The Browngirl and King break down his coined phrase and delve into whether or not it’s real, do we need it, and what can we do to stop needing it so much. Head to...
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Too Much Sex? Da Get Togetha Episode 5
On this episode we get EXPLICIT and delve into the real deal with sexuality. What is sexuality? Is it too much? Is it not enough? Are we getting what we need? Are our kids being exposed too soon? Are we doing what we need to do as parents to create a safe space for our children to talk about it?...
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Da Get Togetha Episode 4 - Mental Health
In this episode we get togetha to break down Mental Health, how it affects our community, and ways to appropriately address it. The panel includes mental health professionals as well as everyday people questions and detailed answers. Please tune in and join the conversation by leaving a comment…
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Da Get Togetha/Role Models
This episode entails a panel of men giving their perspectives of the topic, "Role Models." We give the "formal" definition of the topic and then go n on what it means to us. Shout out to Steezo, Kross and Joel for coming through and making this episode so special. I am sue that the community will...
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Da Get Togetha/Black Love
In this episode, we come together and discuss Black Love and the struggles and barriers that it has. We also touch on the significance of self love in our communities. The panel spoke of their individual struggles and showed each other with love and respect. We then agreed that the objective of...
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Da Get Togetha
Da Get Togetha is a platform to just "kick it!" We talk about real topics among family/close friends and speak the truth. We laugh together and cry together but we couldn't do any of this if we didn't Get Togetha! In this episode, King and Herb talk to a good friend and member of the Solution…
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Congradulations is in order!
In this episode, I (Herb Parsi) introduce my new Business Partner King. We discuss our personal and business journeys to entail our evolving perspectives of everyday life, marriage, raising children and Black owned businesses. We also touch on our views of the podcast and aspirations for its...
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The Hood's response to the current pandemic with Mental Health Therapist Danielle Bailey
During this episode, Danielle gives us her take on the current pandemic, how we are responding as a community and ways we can collectively progress.
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The Hood's response to the current pandemic with Jerome Henry aka Kingpin
In the episode, King and I discuss his understanding of the current COVID-19 pandemic along with him giving his perspectives of the community's responses to it. We then discuss his input on solutions to this issue. I even give my input a little bit more then usual. lol! Please visit...
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The Hood's response to the current pandemic with Community Activist Lavar Edwards
In this episode, we discuss Lavar's community involvement, his perspective of the current COVID-19 pandemic and his aspirations for not only himself but the community as well. He expounds on personal and professional approaches to address this current pandemic and assure the best safety for…
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The Hood's response to the current pandemic with Officer Montez Smith
Brotha Montez Smith is a great friend of mine and a police officer serving the intercity communities for many years. In this episode, we discuss his perspective on the current COVID-19 pandemic and how he views the communities responses. We also touch on a few more topics as we drift from…
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The Floor is open
This episode is strictly asking for feedback.
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The Hood's responce to the current pandemic with Dr. Dinks-Brown
In this episode we discuss the medical side of the COVID-19 pandemic. Family Dr. Shantay Dinks-Brown originally from Camden, NJ brakes down the specifics of COVID-19 along with its many different effects on the Hood (Under-served communities) and gives the audience medical advice on realistic...
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Supporting Blindfolded!
In this episode, I tell on myself! I also ask if you've done the same in the past. Please listen and comment! Lets have fun!!
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Da Get Togetha Trailer
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
I Gotta Start Somewhere is a community-focused podcast hosted by Herbert Parsi, MS, LCADC. This platform was created to raise awareness of real issues impacting our communities, provide education on current drug and alcohol trends, and offer practical guidance for individuals and families navigating substance use concerns.
Each episode delivers direct, relevant information about prevention, early intervention, treatment options, and recovery support. The goal is to reduce stigma, increase understanding, and help listeners make informed decisions when they or someone they care about may need help.
This podcast is designed for:
Individuals struggling with substance use
Family members seeking guidance
Community members wanting to stay informed
Professionals looking for insight into treatment trends
Herbert Parsi is a Licensed Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselor and the founder of Herbert Parsi Wellness Treatment, a private outpatient pra
HOSTED BY
Herbert Parsi
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