The Fellas 5 Podcast

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The Fellas 5 Podcast

"In many modern internet browsers, pressing the f5 key will reload or refresh the document window or page."The Fellas 5 is a group of college friends that has grown up and together, and who have worked at becoming better individuals and members of their communities and the world. This podcast is a front-row seat to some of their conversations, where they talk about any and every thing in hopes of refreshing people's perspectives - just like pressing the f5 button.

  1. 156

    f5 - "If you [have to] be mommy and daddy, that makes it a lot harder to discipline AND love and nurture simultaneously."

    In this episode, the Fellas continue from the previous episode and talk about some of the different ways that children are disciplined and some of the pluses and minuses of those methods, as it relates to helping them learn.

  2. 155

    f5 - "You do adult stuff, you get adult consequences."

    In this episode, the Fellas share their opinion on an interesting story about two 12-year-olds, which leads to a discussion about their thoughts on how to best teach and inform the young how to successfully navigate the world.

  3. 154

    f5 - "Technology is not going to discriminate. It's not going to care what color you are."

    In this episode, the Fellas talk about self-service kiosks and the future of technology and how it may impact the future of work and of people.

  4. 153

    f5 - "The lone wolf dies while the pack survives."

    In this episode, the Fellas talk about if there any importance to children being raised in a community and how community and "the culture" (Black culture) coincide, if they do at at all.

  5. 152

    f5 - "A lot of people, especially at certain stages in your life, you don't owe them your truth."

    In this episode, the Fellas talk about whether or not people are owed the truth from others.

  6. 151

    f5 - "If you don't fit with [the Fellas], you probably don't fit with me."

    In this episode, the Fellas talk about what they feel are some of the dealbreakers and must-haves in their romantic relationships.

  7. 150

    f5 - "There's no right and there's no wrong. There's just how you see it and how I see it."

    In this episode, the Fellas talk about, in the context of the Danny Masterson trial, their feelings on what it may mean or feel like to reconsider or recant an offering about someone's character.

  8. 149

    f5 - "Hey, young man, have a good day." "For no reason? Thanks!"

    In this episode, the Fellas talk about the different ways that people are greeted and if some ways are more respectful than others, ultimately trying to determine what respect means and looks like.

  9. 148

    f5 - "Do people ever 100% lean into their faith and lead their life by those principles? No, they don't."

    In this episode, the Fellas discuss the concept of "God-given" talent, covering what it actual means and who has it.

  10. 147

    f5 - "18,000 scenarios...how do we analyze and process all these for the least risky thing to happen?

    In this episode, the Fellas talk about intrusive thoughts and having them, and discuss their feelings on the ability to control our thoughts.

  11. 146

    f5 - Fellas Trip 2023: Rehoboth Beach

    In this episode, the Fellas recap their trip to Rehoboth Beach in Delaware for the year 2023, and discuss the "Harry Principle".

  12. 145

    f5 - "I think you should experience enough of life to be prepared for zigs and zags the best you can."

    In this episode, the Fellas discuss a social media post that asks the question "If a man propose to a girl and she says 'No', is the relationship over?" and discuss their thoughts about their responses.

  13. 144

    f5 - "If I had a decent dad..."

    In this episode, the Fellas talk about the importance of familial connections and how important they are to future generations and legacies.

  14. 143

    f5 - "Sometimes the pursuit of the "thing", whatever that "thing" is, doesn't necessarily have an end."

    In this episode, the Fellas talk about what they would leave to future generations and talk about what "enough" may mean and look like.

  15. 142

    f5 - "Isn't the "code" part of the "culture"?

    In today's episode, the Fellas talk about the unspoken "code" and "culture" of how things are/were done and whether or not it is/was the same experience for everyone.

  16. 141

    f5 - "For masculinity to be toxic, what does regular masculinity look like?"

    In this episode, the Fellas talk about what masculinity looks like in society, how it compares to femininity, and if the distinction between the two even matters.

  17. 140

    f5 - "As I'm older, I really do find that peace and comfort in the quiet, solo moments."

    In this episode, the Fellas review and share the results of a personality test they all took and discuss what it is like being of those particular personalities. The test they took can be found here - https://www.16personalities.com/free-personality-test.

  18. 139

    f5 - "If someone is to say, 'This is done', I am going to say, 'Okay.'"

    In this episode, the Fellas share their opinions about if there are any relationships worth fighting for and use a personal incident as a reference.

  19. 138

    f5 - "People don't date the idea of someone at the bottom working their way up."

    In this episode, the Fellas speak to a segment of an interview between two women, Eboni K. Williams and Iyanla Vanzant, where the question of dating a bus driver was posed by Vanzant to Williams and her response. The Fellas share their feelings about the response and what came up for them. Below is a link to one of the many links with more information about the interview: https://newsone.com/4575486/eboni-k-williams-bus-driver-debate/

  20. 137

    f5 - "Just because someone teaches you doesn't mean you learn."

    In this episode, the Fellas talk about NBA player Ja Morant and how some of his off-court behaviors may impact his future. They further the conversation by looking at the parallel between Morant's behavior and the behavior of today's youth, and what may be at the root of both.

  21. 136

    f5 - "Hey, are you my friend? Can we be friends?"

    In this episode, the Fellas talk about if it is ever too late to develop close friendships and some of the different ways of defining different types of relationships.

  22. 135

    f5 - "I got 'I love yous' on graduation and maybe birthdays."

    In this episode, the Fellas talk about saying "I love you" first, why we say "I love you", and some of the different ways that we show our love to others.

  23. 134

    f5 - "Check on your 'strong friends'. They go through stuff, too."

    In this episode, the Fellas talk about if it is ever too late to "shoot your shot" with someone and where the strong friend goes when they need someone to be strong for them.

  24. 133

    f5 - "I think American exceptionalism keeps us from accepting 'average'."

    In this episode, the Fellas talk about the idea of being average, where they consider what the term "average" actually means, if black people somehow accept or reject the concept of being average, and what average may look like in America.

  25. 132

    f5 - "When we think of Starbucks, we don't think of black men...we think of white women."

    In this episode, the Fellas talk about the Women's NCAA Basketball Finals and how two different players that did the same thing were viewed very differently. Also, the Fellas discuss the rationale behind telling children to wash their hands.

  26. 131

    f5 - "They say love is blind, but jealousy sees too much."

    In this episode, the Fellas talk about the idea of love being blind while jealousy sees too much. They also discuss if there is still any significance to virginity in romantic relationships.

  27. 130

    f5 - "No one wants to get married to get divorced."

    In this episode, the Fellas discuss a social media post that was shared with them about the idea of marriage licenses, like some other licenses, only being valid for a short period of time, and if they would be for or against that and why.

  28. 129

    f5 - "Are people born and created 'compatible'"?

    In this episode, the Fellas talk about the idea of compatibility and if people, by their design, are or are not so.

  29. 128

    f5 - "By chance, did you happen to clip your fingernails in the conference room?"

    In this episode, the Fellas talk about nail clipping, taking out the trash, and big or little spoon preferences.

  30. 127

    f5 - "I think what ends up being different is the WAY we talk about money..."

    In this episode, the Fellas talk about the perceived lack of conversations about money and finances in the Black culture and how that impacts life and the lives of future generations. The conversation continues with some awareness around what happens in the world in regard to money and finances, as well as tips and thoughts about different ways for people (Black and otherwise) to be better financially prepared for what may happen in the future.

  31. 126

    f5 - "When all of the other good people in the gym stop and look at that guy...he was THAT guy."

    In this episode, the Fellas talk about the G.O.A.T (the greatest of all times) in various sports, the NBA's Lebron James's all-time ranking and Nikola Jokić's MVP distinction, having enough versus being greedy, and traveling with family.

  32. 125

    f5 - "I signed up for forever...but forever didn't last that long."

    In this episode, the Fellas talk about the idea of starting over, memories, unlearned lessons, and Valentine's Day.

  33. 124

    f5 - "Raise your hand if you're from..."

    In this episode, the Fellas talk about the difference between loving someone and having love for them, how they identify where someone is from, and feeling like a "Natural Woman".

  34. 123

    f5 - "Living in the bonus of my life."

    In this episode, the Fellas talk about their 2022 reflections, 2023 outlooks, and where they are in the game of life.

  35. 122

    f5 - "A high tide raises all ships."

    In this episode, the Fellas talk about Deion Sanders and his coaching moves, the current pace of the NBA, Damian Lillard's '2nd greatest shooter' claim, and "the greatest generation of [NBA] basketball ever". 

  36. 121

    f5 - "We don't need a new guy. We've got a guy."

    In this episode, the Fellas talk about aging, working out/fitness regimens, the differences/comparisons between American and International sports, and Christmas shopping as a dad.

  37. 120

    f5 - "When was the last time you were proud of America?"

    In this episode, the Fellas talk about Brittney Griner's return to America after being detained in Russia, American pride, and some of their favorite childhood television shows.

  38. 119

    f5 - "You have to invest in the kids."

    In this episode, the Fellas talk about the Kyrie Irving and Amazon situation, the challenges of being a delivery person, and hope for the future.

  39. 118

    f5 - A Night at the Movies - Black Panther 2 : Wakanda Forever

    In this episode, the Fellas talk about the 2022 Film Black Panther 2 : Wakanda Forever and give their review on it. For those that have not yet seen the movie, please be advised that there are spoilers throughout this episode.

  40. 117

    f5 - Faith

    In this episode, the Fellas talk about the concept of faith. Regarding it, they talk about how they define/identify it, their relationships with it, and how to navigate having it and losing it (and even getting it back again).

  41. 116

    f5 - "The Love Series" : After the Love is Gone

    In this episode, the Fellas chat about some of the considerations about what happens if and when the love is no more. Is there an opportunity, or even a need, to heal after the love goes? Can the flame of love be relit and can you move on after the love is gone? Does love even go away?

  42. 115

    f5 - "The Love Series" : Love the One You're With

    In this episode, the Fellas talk about some of the relational dynamics of love and chat about if love is enough/love is all you need to sustain a relationship, and, if not, what can be done to make love last. They also spend some time discussing if and/or how symbiosis, co-dependency, and dependency factor into love and relationships. 

  43. 114

    f5 - "The Love Series" : What is Love?

    In this episode, the Fellas discuss what love in its various forms means to them and may mean to others. Additionally, they take some time to talk about the idea and process of falling in love.

  44. 113

    f5 - "The Love Series" : Objective Attractiveness

    In this episode, the Fellas discuss if objective attractiveness is real and, if it is, what it actually is.

  45. 112

    f5 - Hygiene Routine

    In this episode, the Fellas talk about their hygiene routines, covering different things from practice to products.

  46. 111

    f5 - Apologies

    In this episode, the Fellas talk about apologies and how they apologize to people. They also talk about how others know that their apologies are sincere and if they accept apologies from people who have wronged them.

  47. 110

    f5 - We Are Who We Are...Or Are We?

    In this episode, the Fellas talk about if we can or do truly evolve as people or if we are always who we have ever been and ever will be.

  48. 109

    f5 - Old Friend or New Love?

    In this episode, the Fellas talk about if they would end a relationship with a long-time friend at the request of a romantic partner or to make that partner feel good/better/more secure about their relationship.

  49. 108

    f5 - Nerds

    In this episode, the Fellas talk about what a nerd is, and if and how they are each a nerd in their own way.

  50. 107

    f5 - What is "Appropriate" Fun? (Internet Article about Sanna Marin, Prime Minister of Finland)

    In this episode, the Fellas talk about the news of Finnish Prime Minister Sanna Marin and how videos of her partying with friends were circulated. Thoughts and opinions of people around the world have been divided around whether she was behaving appropriately, and the Fellas take the opportunity to share their thoughts and opinions as well.

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"In many modern internet browsers, pressing the f5 key will reload or refresh the document window or page."The Fellas 5 is a group of college friends that has grown up and together, and who have worked at becoming better individuals and members of their communities and the world. This podcast is a front-row seat to some of their conversations, where they talk about any and every thing in hopes of refreshing people's perspectives - just like pressing the f5 button.

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