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Vulnerability Is The New Sexy
by Joseph E Corley Jr.
It is our ability to vulnerable with confidence and honesty that makes us attractive to family, friends, and all our relationships. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/joseph-e-corley-jr/support
Episodes
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Black Men and Manhood: Why So Many Feel Like They’re Not Measuring Up
Black Men and Manhood: Why So Many Feel Like They’re Not Measuring UpWhy do so many Black men feel like they’re not measuring up? Whether it’s struggling to meet societal expectations, feeling inadequate in relationships, or quietly carrying the weight of unspoken traumas—this conversation is…
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Triggered but Trying: Therapy Talk for Black Love
Today’s episode is dedicated to exploring the real experiences of Black love in therapy. We’ll discuss common issues couples face and hear from our amazing panel of therapists on how they approach these challenges in session. Whether you’re dating, engaged, married, or navigating healing from…
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Living Out Loud: Queer, Black, and Whole
This Pride Month, we’re celebrating identity in its fullness. In this episode, we talk about what it means to be Queer, Black, and Whole in a world that often tries to split us apart. From navigating family and faith to finding joy, freedom, and healing—this is a conversation about reclaiming…
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Talk to Your Therapist
Welcome back to Vulnerability is the New Sexy, the space where healing gets real, and therapy meets real life.Every second Tuesday of the month, we bring together an incredible panel of licensed Black therapists to respond to the questions you’ve been sending in—because sometimes, you just need…
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Are We Ready for Emotionally Intelligent Partners?
On today’s episode, we’re taking a deep dive into an often overlooked question in our community: Are we really prepared for emotionally intelligent partners?We’ve all seen the trending conversations and Instagram posts unpacking what it means to be in a relationship with a man who shows up with...
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Accountability and Forgiveness: A Cornerstone of Healing
Today, we’re diving deep into a conversation that many of us avoid but desperately need—accountability and forgiveness. As Black men, our ability to heal and evolve is directly tied to how well we own our mistakes and release resentment. Without accountability, growth is stunted. Without...
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Like Father, Like Son The Impact of Black Fatherhood
Welcome back to Vulnerability is the New Sexy. I’m your host, Joe Corley — licensed therapist and Black male mental health advocate. Today’s episode is deeply personal. We’re talking about the presence — and absence — of fathers in the Black community, and how that shapes who we are as men,...
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“When Silence Becomes Too Loud
Today’s episode is one we wish we didn’t have to have — but we must. We’re here to honor lives like Kyren Lacy and Keith Miller — Black men whose inner battles became too heavy to carry. We’re not here to speculate. We’re here to listen, feel, and heal — as a community.
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Sacred Conversations: How Black Men and Women Learn to Love Each Other
Welcome back to Vulnerability Is the New Sexy. I’m your host, Joe Corley, and this week we're diving into a timely and transformative conversation: How do we get beyond the gender wars and start uplifting one another as Black men and women?The narratives online often pit us against each other…
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Go To The Doctor Bro
Welcome back to Vulnerability Is the New Sexy. Tonight, we’re examining the health of today's Black man. We're looking at mind, body, and soul to explore the intersection of physical health, mental health, and the lived experience of Black men. We'll dive into how stress, culture, systemic...
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Who Has Hurt the Black Community More: The Drug Dealer or The Black Celebrity
Welcome back to Vulnerability Is the New Sexy. Today, we’re diving into a real conversation that’s been sitting heavy with me. I recently saw a clip of Kool Moe Dee saying something that stuck with me—he called the drug dealer the first sellout in the Black community. Then, I saw another clip of...
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How to Make a Black Man Feel Seen
Welcome back to Vulnerability Is the New Sexy. Today’s conversation is one that’s been a long time coming—How to Make a Black Man Feel Seen. Because let’s be real, in a world that demands so much from us, how often do we feel truly valued beyond what we provide?"I’ve got three brothers with me...
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What is the Real Key to a Black Man’s Success?
Welcome back to Vulnerability Is the New Sexy. Today, we’re diving into a powerful discussion inspired by something the rapper Ma$e said—‘No powerful man has ever achieved greatness without a strong woman by his side.’""For centuries, Black men have been raised with the idea that we have to be...
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Creating Shared Meaning & Future Goals
Welcome back to Vulnerability Is the New Sexy. This is Part 4 of our relationship series, where we’ve been diving deep into what makes relationships thrive. Today, we’re talking about something that can make or break a couple—creating shared meaning and building a future with purpose.""I’m Joe...
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The Art of Turning Towards_ Everyday Bids for Connection
The Art of Turning Towards: Everyday Bids for ConnectionA Special Episode of "Vulnerability Is The New Sexy"Welcome back to another episode of Vulnerability Is The New Sexy. This is Part 3 of our special four-part series on relationships, and today we’re diving into something that might seem…
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Connecting through Conflict
Welcome back to another episode of Vulnerability Is The New Sexy. This is Part 2 of our special four-part series on relationships. Today, we’re talking about something every couple faces—conflict. But instead of seeing conflict as something that tears relationships apart, what if we learned how…
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Let's Stay Together. Part 1: Building Emotional Connection
Welcome to Vulnerability Is the New Sexy. I’m your host, Joe Corley, a Black male therapist passionate about creating spaces where we can have real, raw conversations that promote healing and growth. Relationships are one of the most important and sometimes most difficult aspects of our lives…
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Black Men Breaking Generational Curses
Welcome to Vulnerability Is the New Sexy, the podcast where we have real conversations, break down barriers, and explore the strength in vulnerability. I’m Joe Corley—a licensed therapist, mental wellness consultant, and advocate for authentic living. This is a space for Black men to talk about…
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The Problem with Women Calling Black Men "Sassy"
Welcome to Vulnerability Is the New Sexy, the podcast where we break down barriers, have honest conversations, and embrace the transformative power of vulnerability. Tonight we're talking about a term that's been around for centuries but is now being weaponized in a new, toxic attack against…
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How Black Men Should Approach New Year Resolutions
Welcome to Vulnerability Is the New Sexy, where we normalize vulnerability and celebrate growth in Black men. I’m your host, Joe Corley, and tonight, we’re diving into a timely conversation about Black men and New Year’s resolutions. Now that 2025 is here, we’re reflecting on how goal-setting can...
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How Black Men Can Quit Porn and Reclaim Their Lives
Welcome to Vulnerability is the New Sexy, where we create a safe space to explore important topics impacting Black men, our mental health, and our relationships. I’m your host, Joe Corley, and today’s conversation is one that’s often avoided but deeply necessary—porn addiction. I’m joined by a...
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Monogamy Isn’t for Everyone: Exploring Non-Monogamous Lifestyles
Welcome to Vulnerability is the New Sexy, where we explore the intersection of mental health, relationships, and the power of living authentically. I’m your host, Joe Corley. Today, we’re diving into a topic that’s both personal and deeply nuanced—non-monogamy. With recent headlines featuring...
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What Does it Take to Sustain a Marriage
Welcome to Vulnerability is the New Sexy! I’m Joe Corley—licensed therapist, mental wellness consultant, and advocate for emotional growth, especially within our Black community. Today, we’re talking about marriage—specifically, the hard work it takes to build and sustain a lifelong partnership....
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How Allegations Against Black Men Impact Collective Mental Health
Tonight on "Vulnerability is the New Sexy" with Joe Corley The recent allegations of sexual assault against a prominent music mogul have sent shockwaves through the Hip Hop community. Fans are left grappling with uncertainty and confusion about what to believe. And it's not just fans who are...
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Suppressing Emotion: Why Black Men Don't Ask For Help
Today on "Vulnerability is the New Sexy," therapist Joe Corley closely examines the complex topic of emotional suppression among Black men. Societal expectations and cultural stigmas often prevent these men from seeking help and expressing vulnerability. Research indicates that men face…
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Hardened by Hurt: Tyrese’s says "I will shoot, stab and kill over mine"
In this emotionally charged episode of Vulnerability is the New Sexy, we delve into Tyrese Gibson's controversial statement, "I will shoot, stab, and kill over mine," exploring its implications for Black masculinity, fatherhood, and emotional expression. Joined by a panel of insightful guests, we...
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Black Fatherhood: How TV Shaped the Modern Black Man
In the much-anticipated return of Vulnerability is the New Sexy, host Joe Corley dives into the powerful topic of Black fatherhood and its portrayal on television. Joined by three remarkable guests—fathers, husbands, and leaders in their fields—they explore how iconic Black TV dads like James...
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City Girls Up?? Or Really Down Bad? Navigating Dating (Part 2)
In part two the ladies and I discuss comments made in the media by Ebony K Williams, what's it like to transition from a relationship to being single, are physical requirements important, emotional maps, is vulnerability really sexy, and how to manage the stress of dating anxiety!
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We OUTSIDE!: Navigating Dating in the Modern Era. Part 1
Description: In this episode, we dive into the dynamic world of dating for black women in 2023. Join us as we explore the unique experiences, challenges, and triumphs of being outside the norm. My special guests Keiana, Brenda, Taylor and Savannah share their personal stories, insights, and…
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All Mixed Up! A Conversation on Blended Families.
This week I invited three of my brothers, Derrick, Mike and Jay to have an uncomfortable yet fulfilling conversation on our lived experiences on living inside blended families. We don't shy away from some of the difficulties that come with the dynamic, and we also share some strategies that we...
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Busting up Barriers: Black Men Need Therapy
In this powerful episode me and some brothers I know discuss our journey as black men who have bravely chosen to confront the stigma surrounding mental health within their community. We delve into the experiences of these resilient individuals and explore the transformative impact therapy has had...
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What's your code??
In this episode my friend Jatoya and I discuss the code and standards that we live by in order to maintain peace in life. We explore some of the concepts we learned early in life and how they show up in current lives. Do you have a code that you live by that helps you maintain peace?
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Only Crazy People Have Kids...Understanding Maternal Mental Health
In this episode I speak with my friend and fellow therapist Susana Munoz. Susana and I discuss maternal mental health, and a little bit of paternal mental health. I learned a lot in this episode, and I encourage everyone to listen and get educated on the process of having children and toll it can...
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Therapy is a journey...finding YOUR therapist
In this episode I sit down with my friend Brenda Valentine. We discuss our journeys into therapy and the search for healing. Both of us touch on our first experiences with counseling and how we got into the spaces we are in with therapy. We will also share some insight on what we would do if we…
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Don't ask me how I'm doing, unless you really wanna know
In hard times, being asked how you are can be overwhelming. Can you relate? In this episode I have a conversation with my longtime friend Tanisha about the process of answering the small but heavy question "How are you?" I know when I'm not in a good space, being asked how I'm doing can bring on...
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Coping with Imposter Syndrome
Can you relate to feeling qualified to be in the spaces that you're in but still feeling as though you don't belong there? That is imposter syndrome. In this episode, Phoenix and I discuss our experiences with imposter syndrome and will share how I identified and cope with it to this day. I…
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Ready to Die, Dying to Live
Living with suicidal ideation can be physically heavy, defeating, and extremely painful. The pain extends to loved ones and can be difficult for all involved to cope with. In this episode, I share my own experiences with suicidal ideation and how I've coped with it for many years. I give insight…
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Selfish or Beat you to the Boundary?
Often times the people in our lives set boundaries at inconvenient times. It can be difficult to decipher if a person is showing up selfish or exercising their right to take care of themselves. In this episode I answer the question, is it selfish, or are you mad that you were beat to the boundary?
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Navigating Manhood
In this episode I sit down with my friends, Ev, Jeff, and Gareth and we discuss several topics regarding navigating manhood. Neither of claim to be an expert, we process our experiences, discuss vulnerability, and what it's like building relationships amongst other men.
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To Love is a Vulnerable Action (Ft. Jeff and Jennifer Henry, w/co-host Taylor Pierre)
I speak to my friends Jeff and Jennifer Henry in this episode about their HBCU love story. I asked Taylor to sit in, she is currently a student at Howard University, the place of origin of this love story. In this episode, we discuss their origins as individuals and the role that played in how…
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Why Did I Get Married? w/ Donna Corley
In this episode you hear the origins of a 14, going on 15-year marriage. Donna and I talk about how we navigate life together as a couple, as parents, as partners, and as friends. We discuss how we are still learning to resolve conflict and what it was like for Donna to be married to someone who…
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Being Vulnerable with Dad
This conversation with my son is an example of how a healing journey can have an impact on those closest to you. My son and I display what vulnerability can look like between a father and son. The way my son lives through my pain with me is a validation for me on how important it is to seek healing.
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What Is Vulnerability?
I'm back! In this episode, I briefly touch on what vulnerability means to me and what purpose vulnerability serves in my life. Thank you for the support, especially while taking a much-needed hiatus. Please rate and comment!
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Chill Out Mar (Ft. Marcus Moore)
In this episode Marcus allows himself to get vulnerable about his personal struggles. The pressures of being a collegiate athlete and going through a strenuous rehab took its toll on Marcus mentally and physically. The bounce-back has been rewarding and inspiring, I'm very proud to bring you this...
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The Champ is Here! (Ft. Samuel "S3" Arnold)
In this episode, I talk with Samuel "S3" Arnold, aka Squirmy. We discuss his road to becoming a professional boxer and the personal challenges and sacrifices that presents. The importance of his mother and father on his journey and what it takes to be a champion!
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Breaking The Cycles of Poverty (feat. Yaqui Lobo)
Yaqui is a Salvadorian young woman, the child of immigrants. She has grown up in poverty and fought her way through adversity, finding herself and making it through college. She speaks about her experiences, growing up being bullied, living in fear, and the mental health challenges of herself and...
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That's my sisters oldest boy...the Uncle Joe Episode (Feat. My Nephews Mondo and Malik)
I experience a healing moment as I speak to my nephews about some of their life experiences. These are two grown men that I've known since the first day of their lives. In this episode, we discuss generation trauma, the effects of losing my mother, being the child of incarceration, growing up in...
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I can't see em coming down my eyes..co-hosted by Brenda Valentine (ft. Derrick Moore & Chris Rogers)
The conversation about men and vulnerability is becoming more and more prevalent. The topic is multifaceted and multilayered, it couldn't possibly be covered in one episode. I hope that this is the beginning of a series of conversations that help begin to bridge a communication gap between men…
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Friends Don't Let Friends Fight Epilepsy Alone (feat. Kenitra Mounger)
March 26th is Epilepsy Awareness Day! In this episode, I sit down with my former player and current friend Kenitra as she discusses her battle with Epilepsy. She gives us insight into her challenges with depression and anxiety and how that plays a role in her battle. Kenitra also gives insight…
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Deep Talks with Dom (Feat. Dominique Puentes)
In this episode, I sit down with Dominique Puentes, a young man I've known for most of his life. We talk about his struggles with anxiety and how he has learned to overcome them. We talk about our shared experience of growing up without our fathers and the impact that has had on our lives. I'm…
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