Black Men Matter series of The Male Perspective

In this episode of The Male Perspective, Lana Reid sits down with C.A. Truthwell - Author of Breaking the Myth, to discuss the realities of Black fatherhood and the harmful narratives that continue to shape public perception and policy. Truthwell explains how fathers are often perceived as absent despite being actively involved in their children's lives, whether they live in the home or outside of it. He also shares examples of how Black fathers can be overlooked, dismissed, or excluded despite their consistent presence and contributions as parents.The conversation also explores what character traits, values, and life skills communities should be intentionally pouring into boys today to help prepare them to become healthy fathers tomorrow. Truthwell discusses the importance of Black men telling their own stories, the value of support systems among fathers, and why people should pause and consider before blindly believing negative stereotypes about Black fatherhood. By challenging assumptions, society can collectively build stronger families and create spaces where Black fathers can be seen, heard, and supported. 𝗙𝗼𝗿 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗶𝗻𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗖.𝗔. 𝗧𝗿𝘂𝘁𝗵𝘄𝗲𝗹𝗹:https://catruthwell.comhttps://www.instagram.com/author_catruthwellhttps://www.amazon.com/Breaking-Myth-Truth-About-Fatherhood/dp/B0FR1JRGL9...𝗙𝗶𝗻𝗱 𝗟𝗮𝗻𝗮 𝗥𝗲𝗶𝗱 𝗮𝘁:https://linktr.ee/theladylanareid. ..𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗲𝗽𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗱𝗲 𝗮𝗹𝘀𝗼 𝗮𝘃𝗮𝗶𝗹𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗼𝗻:Apple Podcasts - https://apple.co/4019OO6Amazon Music - https://bit.ly/41UlLI2iHeart Radio - https://ihr.fm/3BOmdx4Pandora - https://bit.ly/3CezvD8Spotify - https://spoti.fi/40eoPxr🔔 Want to be a guest or have a guest idea? 📝 GUEST SUBMISSION FORM: https://forms.gle/owz3k5i3xpwzsEZs6#BlackFatherhood #BlackFathers #BlackMenMatter #Parenting #BreakingTheMyth

In this episode of The Male Perspective, host Lana Reid sits down with Dr. James Hall - Author, Physician, and Founder of the Mighty Men Academy, to discuss an issue impacting families and communities today: fatherlessness. Dr. Hall shares insights from his book, Grown Boys: 7 Baby Steps to Manhood for a Fatherless Generation, explaining why so many men struggle with direction, identity, and responsibility and what it takes to transition from malehood to manhood. His seven step framework and assessment tools provide a path for personal development from “grown boy” or immature male to a man defined by character.The discussion explores the real impact of growing up without a father, why it affects boys differently, and how mentorship and accountability can help close that gap. Dr. Hall also speaks to the importance of a spiritual foundation and its role in shaping how men approach responsibility and leadership.𝗙𝗼𝗿 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗶𝗻𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗗𝗿. 𝗝𝗮𝗺𝗲𝘀 𝗛𝗮𝗹𝗹:http://grownboys.comhttps://www.facebook.com/jamesjoyhallhttps://www.amazon.com/stores/James-B-Hall/author/B0GS3YNZV9...𝗙𝗶𝗻𝗱 𝗟𝗮𝗻𝗮 𝗥𝗲𝗶𝗱 𝗮𝘁:https://linktr.ee/theladylanareid. ..𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗲𝗽𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗱𝗲 𝗮𝗹𝘀𝗼 𝗮𝘃𝗮𝗶𝗹𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗼𝗻:Apple Podcasts - https://apple.co/4019OO6Amazon Music - https://bit.ly/41UlLI2iHeart Radio - https://ihr.fm/3BOmdx4Pandora - https://bit.ly/3CezvD8Spotify - https://spoti.fi/40eoPxr🔔 Want to be a guest or have a guest idea? 📝 GUEST SUBMISSION FORM: https://forms.gle/owz3k5i3xpwzsEZs6#Fatherlessness #Manhood #BlackMenMatter #MensDevelopment #MensGrowth #BecomingAMan

In this episode of The Male Perspective, host Lana Reid sits down with Ashanti Branch, Founder and Executive Director of Ever Forward Club, to discuss the lunch conversations that sparked what would become more than two decades of mentoring, emotional development work, and youth leadership support. Branch reflects on what those early conversations with young men revealed about the need for community and explains how programs such as the Ever Forward Club, Peer Mentoring Club, and Social Emotional Leadership Academy now help students build trust, accountability, and emotional awareness.Ashanti discusses Ever Forward’s long-term outcomes, including a 100% high school graduation rate, and examines the harmful messages about manhood that boys continue to receive. He shares how the Taking Off the Mask Workshop grew into the global Million Mask Movement, where people around the world use mask work to confront hidden fears, pain, and questions of identity. He also discusses how Ever Forward supports educators through professional development, the purpose behind tools like the Adventure Card Game, and why emotional honesty and present fatherhood remain central to what young men need most.𝗙𝗼𝗿 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗶𝗻𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝘀𝗵𝗮𝗻𝘁𝗶 𝗕𝗿𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗵:https://everforwardclub.orghttps://www.instagram.com/everforwardclubhttps://www.linkedin.com/company/the-ever-forward-club/https://www.facebook.com/everforwardclubhttps://www.youtube.com/@everforwardclub...𝗙𝗶𝗻𝗱 𝗟𝗮𝗻𝗮 𝗥𝗲𝗶𝗱 𝗮𝘁:https://linktr.ee/theladylanareid. ..𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗲𝗽𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗱𝗲 𝗮𝗹𝘀𝗼 𝗮𝘃𝗮𝗶𝗹𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗼𝗻:Apple Podcasts - https://apple.co/4019OO6Amazon Music - https://bit.ly/41UlLI2iHeart Radio - https://ihr.fm/3BOmdx4Pandora - https://bit.ly/3CezvD8Spotify - https://spoti.fi/40eoPxr🔔 Want to be a guest or have a guest idea? 📝 GUEST SUBMISSION FORM: https://forms.gle/owz3k5i3xpwzsEZs6#EverForwardClub #MillionMaskMovement #MentoringBoys #BlackBoysMatter #EmotionalWellness #Manhood #YouthMentorship #SocialEmotionalLearning

In this episode of The Male Perspective, host Lana Reid sits down with Will Adams, indie filmmaker and owner of LokeKey Productions, to discuss his satirical comedy Tube-E Movie and the evolving relationship between audiences, streaming platforms, and modern independent filmmaking. Adams explains why viewers are increasingly drawn to content they openly critique, how “so bad it’s good” has become part of today’s entertainment language, and why imperfect films continue to attract loyal audiences in the streaming era.The conversation also explores the challenges independent filmmakers face beyond production itself, including the cost of theater screenings, limited access to traditional gatekeepers, and what sold-out grassroots screenings in Chicago revealed about audience demand for unconventional storytelling. Will also discusses whether streaming has created more opportunity for independent creators or simply changed what viewers are willing to accept from the films they choose to watch.𝗙𝗼𝗿 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗶𝗻𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗪𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝗔𝗱𝗮𝗺𝘀:https://lokekey.comhttps://watch.plex.tv/movie/tube-e-moviehttps://www.facebook.com/chitownwillhttps://www.instagram.com/willadamschicagohttps://www.imdb.com/name/nm4967186https://www.linkedin.com/in/will-adams-b1ab998a...𝗙𝗶𝗻𝗱 𝗟𝗮𝗻𝗮 𝗥𝗲𝗶𝗱 𝗮𝘁:https://linktr.ee/theladylanareid. ..𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗲𝗽𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗱𝗲 𝗮𝗹𝘀𝗼 𝗮𝘃𝗮𝗶𝗹𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗼𝗻:Apple Podcasts - https://apple.co/4019OO6Amazon Music - https://bit.ly/41UlLI2iHeart Radio - https://ihr.fm/3BOmdx4Pandora - https://bit.ly/3CezvD8Spotify - https://spoti.fi/40eoPxr🔔 Want to be a guest or have a guest idea? 📝 GUEST SUBMISSION FORM: https://forms.gle/owz3k5i3xpwzsEZs6#TubeEMovie #IndieFilm #BlackDirectors #StreamingCulture #BlackFilmmakers #IndependentCinema #StreamingPlatforms #FilmSatire

In this episode of The Male Perspective, host Lana Reid sits down with Dr. Dwayne B. Thomas, founder of Thomas Leadership Solutions, LLC and The Academic, Coaching, Enrichment, & Sports (ACES) Network. A former United States Marine, educator, and leadership strategist, Thomas earned his doctorate from Florida State University while serving with the Florida Department of Education and has spent more than three decades working across education, sports, business, and leadership development at the local, national, and international levels.Over the years, Thomas has made the case that the strategic thinking celebrated on the field is often the same thinking dismissed in the classroom. He reflects on how his own early exposure to sports shaped the way he learned to think, long before those observations became frameworks such as SportsGenius™ and Same Brain, Different Genius™. The conversation also touches on a scorecard he developed to identify communities facing educational crisis and connect those conditions directly to athletic culture, arguing that communities which celebrate athletic achievement may also be sitting on untapped intellectual capital that has not been fully recognized.𝗙𝗼𝗿 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗶𝗻𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗗𝗿. 𝗗𝘄𝗮𝘆𝗻𝗲 𝗕. 𝗧𝗵𝗼𝗺𝗮𝘀:https://www.aces-network.comhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-dwayne-b-doc-thomas-ph-d-35054a61...𝗙𝗶𝗻𝗱 𝗟𝗮𝗻𝗮 𝗥𝗲𝗶𝗱 𝗮𝘁:https://linktr.ee/theladylanareid. ..𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗲𝗽𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗱𝗲 𝗮𝗹𝘀𝗼 𝗮𝘃𝗮𝗶𝗹𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗼𝗻:Apple Podcasts - https://apple.co/4019OO6Amazon Music - https://bit.ly/41UlLI2iHeart Radio - https://ihr.fm/3BOmdx4Pandora - https://bit.ly/3CezvD8Spotify - https://spoti.fi/40eoPxr🔔 Want to be a guest or have a guest idea? 📝 GUEST SUBMISSION FORM: https://forms.gle/owz3k5i3xpwzsEZs6#BlackAthletes #BlackStudents #BlackEducation #BlackLeadership #BlackVoices #CommunityLeadership #BlackScholars

In this episode of The Male Perspective, host Lana Reid sits down with Bertrand Ngampa - Author, Coach and Technology Leader, to explore the connection between economic reality and mental well-being in Black communities.Drawing on his upcoming book, Why Should White Men Have All the Money?, Bertrand examines wealth, access, and who has historically controlled opportunity. He challenges the tendency to treat economics and mental health as separate issues, arguing that in practice, each profoundly shapes the other.He also addresses why mental health resources and therapy can feel out of reach, not just financially but culturally, for Black men whose daily focus is economic survival. Financial instability, he argues, reaches far beyond income, affecting identity, confidence, stress, and how Black men see their role within family and society.𝗙𝗼𝗿 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗶𝗻𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗕𝗲𝗿𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗡𝗴𝗮𝗺𝗽𝗮:https://1pmman.comhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/bngampahttps://www.facebook.com/BNGAMPAhttps://www.instagram.com/bngampa...𝗙𝗶𝗻𝗱 𝗟𝗮𝗻𝗮 𝗥𝗲𝗶𝗱 𝗮𝘁:https://linktr.ee/theladylanareid. ..𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗲𝗽𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗱𝗲 𝗮𝗹𝘀𝗼 𝗮𝘃𝗮𝗶𝗹𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗼𝗻:Apple Podcasts - https://apple.co/4019OO6Amazon Music - https://bit.ly/41UlLI2iHeart Radio - https://ihr.fm/3BOmdx4Pandora - https://bit.ly/3CezvD8Spotify - https://spoti.fi/40eoPxr🔔 Want to be a guest or have a guest idea? 📝 GUEST SUBMISSION FORM: https://forms.gle/owz3k5i3xpwzsEZs6#BlackMentalHealth #BlackWealth #FinancialStress #BlackVoices #BlackEconomics

In this episode of The Male Perspective, host Lana Reid sits down with Andre Glaze, currently a Psychology student at Morris Brown College, to discuss his academic journey, professional development, and long-term goals.Andre opens up about why he chose psychology, what attending an HBCU has meant for his personal and professional growth, and the lessons he's learning both inside and outside the classroom. He also shares what he wishes high school students knew before making the leap to college.Beyond academics, Andre discusses his work at the National Center for Civil and Human Rights, helping organize an inclusive fashion show on campus, and why he believes young people need to stay engaged in their communities through volunteerism and civic action.With aspirations of becoming a therapeutic chef and future restaurant owner, Andre shares how he hopes to integrate psychology, wellness, and entrepreneurship into his future career path.𝗙𝗼𝗿 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗶𝗻𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗻𝗱𝗿𝗲 𝗚𝗹𝗮𝘇𝗲:https://www.linkedin.com/in/andre-glaze-98093438a...𝗙𝗶𝗻𝗱 𝗟𝗮𝗻𝗮 𝗥𝗲𝗶𝗱 𝗮𝘁:https://linktr.ee/theladylanareid. ..𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗲𝗽𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗱𝗲 𝗮𝗹𝘀𝗼 𝗮𝘃𝗮𝗶𝗹𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗼𝗻:Apple Podcasts - https://apple.co/4019OO6Amazon Music - https://bit.ly/41UlLI2iHeart Radio - https://ihr.fm/3BOmdx4Pandora - https://bit.ly/3CezvD8Spotify - https://spoti.fi/40eoPxr🔔 Want to be a guest or have a guest idea? 📝 GUEST SUBMISSION FORM: https://forms.gle/owz3k5i3xpwzsEZs6#MorrisBrownCollege #BlackExcellence #HBCU #TherapeuticChef #PsychologyStudent #HigherEducation

In this episode of The Male Perspective, host Lana Reid sits down with Raynor Carroll, Founder and CEO of the Alliance of Black Orchestral Percussionists (ABOP), to explore a question many people rarely consider: Why are Black musicians underrepresented in orchestral percussion when rhythm is so deeply rooted in Black musical traditions?Raynor breaks down what it truly takes to pursue orchestral percussion, from mastering instruments like marimba, timpani, snare drum, and vibraphone to navigating the time, financial investment, and mentorship required to reach the professional level. He shares how ABOP’s Black Orchestral Percussion Mentorship Program is working to close these gaps, explains the orchestral audition and hiring process, and highlights the many career opportunities available beyond performing on stage. This conversation offers insight into the pipeline, the possibilities, and what it takes to expand opportunity for the next generation.𝗙𝗼𝗿 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗶𝗻𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗥𝗮𝘆𝗻𝗼𝗿 𝗖𝗮𝗿𝗿𝗼𝗹𝗹:https://abop.ushttps://www.instagram.com/abop.ushttps://www.facebook.com/ABOP21#...𝗙𝗶𝗻𝗱 𝗟𝗮𝗻𝗮 𝗥𝗲𝗶𝗱 𝗮𝘁:https://linktr.ee/theladylanareid. ..𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗲𝗽𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗱𝗲 𝗮𝗹𝘀𝗼 𝗮𝘃𝗮𝗶𝗹𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗼𝗻:Apple Podcasts - https://apple.co/4019OO6Amazon Music - https://bit.ly/41UlLI2iHeart Radio - https://ihr.fm/3BOmdx4Pandora - https://bit.ly/3CezvD8Spotify - https://spoti.fi/40eoPxr🔔 Want to be a guest or have a guest idea? 📝 GUEST SUBMISSION FORM: https://forms.gle/owz3k5i3xpwzsEZs6#BlackMusicians #ClassicalMusic #OrchestralPercussion #ABOP #MusicMentorship #Percussion #SymphonyOrchestra #MusicEducation #BlackExcellence #DiversityInMusic

In this episode of The Male Perspective, host Lana Reid sits down with Dr. Stewart Perrilliat, Founder and Executive Director of Man 2 Man Urban Youth Advocate. A Marine Corps Sergeant turned nonprofit leader, ordained clergy member, and father of four, Dr. Perrilliat shares how his journey from military discipline and entrepreneurship to ministry and community advocacy led him to create an organization dedicated to empowering fathers and strengthening families. Serving communities across the San Francisco Bay Area and inside San Quentin State Prison, Man 2 Man works to break cycles of poverty, incarceration, and emotional disconnection by equipping men with the tools to reclaim responsibility, dignity, and purpose.During the conversation, Dr. Perrilliat explains how Man 2 Man’s programs support fathers through emotional intelligence training, conflict resolution, co-parenting education, and reentry advocacy, including the Last Time In initiative, which has maintained a zero recidivism rate since 2020. He also discusses the societal impact of father absence, barriers within custody and child support systems, and how men can learn to become effective fathers even without strong role models. Dr. Perrilliat shares insights from his book, The Manbook: A Journey Into Manhood, Healing and Strength, which emphasizes that men grow in community and highlights healing, accountability, emotional growth, and reconciliation. 𝗙𝗼𝗿 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗶𝗻𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗗𝗿. 𝗦𝘁𝗲𝘄𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝗣𝗲𝗿𝗿𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗶𝗮𝘁:https://www.man2man-uya.orghttps://www.instagram.com/man2manurbanyouthhttps://www.facebook.com/man2manurbanyouthadvocatehttps://www.linkedin.com/in/man2man-urban-youth-advocate-1250b247...𝗙𝗶𝗻𝗱 𝗟𝗮𝗻𝗮 𝗥𝗲𝗶𝗱 𝗮𝘁:https://linktr.ee/theladylanareid. ..𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗲𝗽𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗱𝗲 𝗮𝗹𝘀𝗼 𝗮𝘃𝗮𝗶𝗹𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗼𝗻:Apple Podcasts - https://apple.co/4019OO6Amazon Music - https://bit.ly/41UlLI2iHeart Radio - https://ihr.fm/3BOmdx4Pandora - https://bit.ly/3CezvD8Spotify - https://spoti.fi/40eoPxr🔔 Want to be a guest or have a guest idea? 📝 GUEST SUBMISSION FORM: https://forms.gle/owz3k5i3xpwzsEZs6#BlackMenMatter #Fatherhood #BlackFathers #CoParenting #CommunityLeadership #BreakingTheCycle #ReentrySupport #PrisonMinistry #StrongFamilies

In this episode of The Male Perspective, host Lana Reid sits down with Gerald “GEO” Gibson, Founder and Executive Director of Operation Making A Change (OMAC). GEO shares how a man who once searched for identity in the streets now dedicates his life to helping young people find direction before they reach that same crossroads. Born in Waukegan, Illinois, Gerald explains how early exposure to hardship and instability shaped his path and led him into street life at a young age, eventually resulting in multiple prison sentences.During his final time incarcerated, Gerald began developing what would later become Operation Making A Change, a program built on self-worth, encouragement, and accountability. He became the first participant in the framework he created, using his own transformation as proof of concept. Today, OMAC provides mentorship, life skills, and positive guidance to thousands of youth each year. The work is grounded in the OMAC creed: “I am the present; I am the future. I am a positive leader within my community. I know that Knowledge is power, therefore, I understand the importance of education. I believe in me, so I will always strive towards greatness, knowing that failure is not an option.”𝗙𝗼𝗿 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗶𝗻𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗚𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗹𝗱 “𝗚𝗘𝗢” 𝗚𝗶𝗯𝘀𝗼𝗻:https://www.teamomac.comhttps://www.instagram.com/omacteamhttps://www.instagram.com/mromac99/https://www.facebook.com/OperationMakingaChangehttps://www.linkedin.com/company/teamomac...𝗙𝗶𝗻𝗱 𝗟𝗮𝗻𝗮 𝗥𝗲𝗶𝗱 𝗮𝘁:https://linktr.ee/theladylanareid. ..𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗲𝗽𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗱𝗲 𝗮𝗹𝘀𝗼 𝗮𝘃𝗮𝗶𝗹𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗼𝗻:Apple Podcasts - https://apple.co/4019OO6Amazon Music - https://bit.ly/41UlLI2iHeart Radio - https://ihr.fm/3BOmdx4Pandora - https://bit.ly/3CezvD8Spotify - https://spoti.fi/40eoPxr🔔 Want to be a guest or have a guest idea? 📝 GUEST SUBMISSION FORM: https://forms.gle/owz3k5i3xpwzsEZs6#TheMalePerspective #YouthMentorship #SecondChances #BreakingCycles #BlackVoices #BlackMenLead #CommunityImpact #CommunityLeadershipThe Male Perspective is hosted by Lana Reid, founder of Conversations in Color, a nonprofit 501(c)(3) grassroots organization dedicated to providing uplifting and community-building spaces of dialogue for Black voices.

In this episode of The Male Perspective, host Lana Reid sits down with Ken Miller - Speaker, Author, and Mentor, for an honest and powerful conversation about identity, accountability, resilience, and redemption. Ken shares the story behind his memoir, Becoming Ken: One Black Man's Journey From Ivy League to Prison and Back Again, reflecting on the pivotal moments that led him from promise and opportunity into addiction and incarceration, and ultimately toward healing, mentorship, and purpose.Throughout the discussion, Ken explores the internal and external judgment Black men often face after making mistakes, the role of mentorship in sustained recovery, and how resilience is built one choice at a time. He also speaks candidly about rebuilding trust, showing up for others, and why sharing his full story (the highs and the lows) has become central to his work today.𝗙𝗼𝗿 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗶𝗻𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗞𝗲𝗻 𝗠𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗿:https://kenmillerspeaks.comhttps://www.instagram.com/thekenmillerspeakshttps://www.facebook.com/thekenmillerspeakshttps://www.linkedin.com/showcase/kenmillerspeakshttps://www.amazon.com/dp/B0F7H29FZN...𝗙𝗶𝗻𝗱 𝗟𝗮𝗻𝗮 𝗥𝗲𝗶𝗱 𝗮𝘁:https://linktr.ee/theladylanareid. ..𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗲𝗽𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗱𝗲 𝗮𝗹𝘀𝗼 𝗮𝘃𝗮𝗶𝗹𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗼𝗻:Apple Podcasts - https://apple.co/4019OO6Amazon Music - https://bit.ly/41UlLI2iHeart Radio - https://ihr.fm/3BOmdx4Pandora - https://bit.ly/3CezvD8Spotify - https://spoti.fi/40eoPxr🔔 Want to be a guest or have a guest idea? 📝 GUEST SUBMISSION FORM: https://forms.gle/owz3k5i3xpwzsEZs6#TheMalePerspective #BlackMen #RedemptionStory #SecondChances #Resilience #AddictionRecovery #Reentry #Mentorship #BlackMenHealing #PersonalTransformation

In this episode of The Male Perspective, host Lana Reid sits down with Bill Law - Songwriter and Video Creator behind Lumo Black Media, to discuss the inspiration behind his powerful children’s song and video, “Being Black.” Bill shares how a childhood connection to Sesame Street and the familiar melody of Kermit the Frog helped shape a joyful yet intentional song centered on Black identity, pride, and self-affirmation. He walks through his creative process, from developing the song’s main character to crafting a visual story that resonates with both children and adults, and reflects on the response the project has received since its release.The conversation also explores how “Being Black” evolved beyond music into an educational kit designed to support educators, families, and communities in nurturing positive Black identity among young learners. Bill discusses the importance of collective responsibility in affirming Black children, the age range and materials included in the kit, and how creative tools like music can enhance learning experiences in meaningful ways. 𝗙𝗼𝗿 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗶𝗻𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗕𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝗟𝗮𝘄:https://lumoblackmedia.comhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nVnjFj0DnDU...𝗙𝗶𝗻𝗱 𝗟𝗮𝗻𝗮 𝗥𝗲𝗶𝗱 𝗮𝘁:https://linktr.ee/theladylanareid. ..𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗲𝗽𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗱𝗲 𝗮𝗹𝘀𝗼 𝗮𝘃𝗮𝗶𝗹𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗼𝗻:Apple Podcasts - https://apple.co/4019OO6Amazon Music - https://bit.ly/41UlLI2iHeart Radio - https://ihr.fm/3BOmdx4Pandora - https://bit.ly/3CezvD8Spotify - https://spoti.fi/40eoPxr🔔 Want to be a guest or have a guest idea? 📝 GUEST SUBMISSION FORM: https://forms.gle/owz3k5i3xpwzsEZs6#LanaReid #TheMalePerspective #BlackMenMatter #LumoBlackMedia #BeingBlack #BlackIdentity #BlackCreatives #PositiveRepresentation #BlackStoriesThe Male Perspective is hosted by Lana Reid, founder of Conversations in Color, a nonprofit 501(c)(3) grassroots organization dedicated to providing uplifting and community-building spaces of dialogue for Black voices.

In this episode of The Male Perspective, host Lana Reid sits down with Jamey Jenkins, Owner and CEO of Hello Black Man, for a reflective conversation about healing, self-discovery, and the power of intentional journaling. Jamey shares how the Hello Black Man journal series was created as a space for Black men to slow down, reflect, and engage in guided prompts that support emotional wellness, self-awareness, and personal growth.Throughout the discussion, Jamey talks about the role of writing as a healing practice, why self-reflection is often overlooked in conversations about Black men’s mental and emotional health, and how journaling can become a tool for affirmation and transformation. He also discusses how the Hello Black Man brand has expanded to include journals for various communities and life stages, along with a clothing line and podcast.𝗙𝗼𝗿 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗶𝗻𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗝𝗮𝗺𝗲𝘆 𝗝𝗲𝗻𝗸𝗶𝗻𝘀:https://helloblackman.comhttps://www.facebook.com/helloblackmanhttps://www.instagram.com/helloblackmantvtiktok.com/@helloblackmantvhttps://www.youtube.com/@helloblackmanhttps://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B083V6MRBW...𝗙𝗶𝗻𝗱 𝗟𝗮𝗻𝗮 𝗥𝗲𝗶𝗱 𝗮𝘁:https://linktr.ee/theladylanareid. ..𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗲𝗽𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗱𝗲 𝗮𝗹𝘀𝗼 𝗮𝘃𝗮𝗶𝗹𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗼𝗻:Apple Podcasts - https://apple.co/4019OO6Amazon Music - https://bit.ly/41UlLI2iHeart Radio - https://ihr.fm/3BOmdx4Pandora - https://bit.ly/3CezvD8Spotify - https://spoti.fi/40eoPxr🔔 Want to be a guest or have a guest idea? 📝 GUEST SUBMISSION FORM: https://forms.gle/owz3k5i3xpwzsEZs6#LanaReid #TheMalePerspective #HelloBlackMan #BlackMenMatter #BlackMenMentalHealth #BlackMenHealing #JournalingForHealing #SelfDiscovery

In this episode of The Male Perspective, host Lana Reid sits down with author Dr. Ansley LaMar, Founder and Director of SuperKidz Kamp, to explore his decades-long commitment to youth development, leadership, and positive peer culture. Dr. LaMar shares how his own childhood experiences with summer camp helped shape the vision behind SuperKidz Kamp, a program rooted in the belief that all children are gifted and talented. He explains what sets the camp apart, from its outdoor, nature-based approach to the intentional ways campers learn cooperation, confidence, and accountability through community-centered experiences.Throughout the conversation, Dr. LaMar also offers insight for parents and caregivers on how to stay engaged in their children’s growth beyond camp, what to look for when choosing a youth program, and why roles like camp counselor can be transformative for college students. This thoughtful discussion highlights the lasting impact of youth mentorship, experiential learning, and creating environments where young people are encouraged to thrive.𝗙𝗼𝗿 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗶𝗻𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗗𝗿. 𝗔𝗻𝘀𝗹𝗲𝘆 𝗟𝗮𝗠𝗮𝗿:https://www.superkidzkamp.com...𝗙𝗶𝗻𝗱 𝗟𝗮𝗻𝗮 𝗥𝗲𝗶𝗱 𝗮𝘁:https://linktr.ee/theladylanareid. ..𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗲𝗽𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗱𝗲 𝗮𝗹𝘀𝗼 𝗮𝘃𝗮𝗶𝗹𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗼𝗻:Apple Podcasts - https://apple.co/4019OO6Amazon Music - https://bit.ly/41UlLI2iHeart Radio - https://ihr.fm/3BOmdx4Pandora - https://bit.ly/3CezvD8Spotify - https://spoti.fi/40eoPxr🔔 Want to be a guest or have a guest idea? 📝 GUEST SUBMISSION FORM: https://forms.gle/owz3k5i3xpwzsEZs6#LanaReid #TheMalePerspective #BlackMenMatter #YouthDevelopment #Mentorship #SummerCamp

In this episode of The Male Perspective, host Lana Reid sits down with author Jaret Lloyd for an honest conversation about Black men, anxiety, vulnerability, and healing. Jaret is the author of Thoughts of an Anxious Black Man, a reflective work that explores what it means to carry emotional weight while navigating manhood in a world that often expects Black men to remain silent.During the conversation, Jaret shares how anxiety showed up in his own life, the moments he realized he could no longer push it aside, and how writing this book changed the way he shows up for himself and other Black men. He also reflects on the unspoken pressures Black men carry, the difficulty of asking for help even within supportive spaces, and the importance of creating environments on campuses, in brotherhoods, and in communities where vulnerability and healing are possible.𝗙𝗼𝗿 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗶𝗻𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗝𝗮𝗿𝗲𝘁 𝗟𝗹𝗼𝘆𝗱:https://www.thoughtsofananxiousblackman.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/_jlloydFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/jaret.lloyd.1https://www.amazon.com/Thoughts-Anxious-Black-Man-Reflections/dp/B0FX29KBPX...𝗙𝗶𝗻𝗱 𝗟𝗮𝗻𝗮 𝗥𝗲𝗶𝗱 𝗮𝘁:https://linktr.ee/theladylanareid. ..𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗲𝗽𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗱𝗲 𝗮𝗹𝘀𝗼 𝗮𝘃𝗮𝗶𝗹𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗼𝗻:Apple Podcasts - https://apple.co/4019OO6Amazon Music - https://bit.ly/41UlLI2iHeart Radio - https://ihr.fm/3BOmdx4Pandora - https://bit.ly/3CezvD8Spotify - https://spoti.fi/40eoPxr🔔 Want to be a guest or have a guest idea? 📝 GUEST SUBMISSION FORM: https://forms.gle/owz3k5i3xpwzsEZs6#LanaReid #TheMalePerspective #BlackMenMatter #BlackMentalHealth #AnxietyAwareness #BlackMenHealing #MentalHealthMatters #ThoughtsOfAnAnxiousBlackMan #BlackAuthors #CommunityConversations

In this episode of The Male Perspective, Lana Reid sits down with Sacher Dawson - Executive Director and Board President of HOPE Farm. Dawson discusses the early motivations behind HOPE Farm, which was co-founded by law enforcement professionals, and shares the remarkable story of their first facility, a former crackhouse transformed into a center of hope and mentorship. He also explains how HOPE Farm has expanded to three locations, the structure of its daily mentorship model, and the expectations placed on both the boys and their parents when they enter the program. Highlighted programs include the Leadership Development Program, the Mothers’ Resource Program (MRP), and the Slone Vocational Center (SVC).Dawson reflects on the transformative results HOPE Farm has achieved by nurturing boys from single-parent homes from early childhood through high school, and how many former attendees now return as mentors themselves. He discusses the organization’s intentional pathways toward college, military service, or trade school, and shares insights into how HOPE Farm contributes to breaking the cycle of fatherlessness for current and future generations.𝗙𝗼𝗿 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗶𝗻𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗦𝗮𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗿 𝗗𝗮𝘄𝘀𝗼𝗻:https://hopefarm.orghttps://www.facebook.com/HOPEFarmINChttps://www.instagram.com/hope.farm🎁 HOPE For the Future: A Capital Campaign - https://hopefarm-bloom.kindful.com/?campaign=1269287...𝗙𝗶𝗻𝗱 𝗟𝗮𝗻𝗮 𝗥𝗲𝗶𝗱 𝗮𝘁:https://linktr.ee/theladylanareid. ..𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗲𝗽𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗱𝗲 𝗮𝗹𝘀𝗼 𝗮𝘃𝗮𝗶𝗹𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗼𝗻:Apple Podcasts - https://apple.co/4019OO6Amazon Music - https://bit.ly/41UlLI2iHeart Radio - https://ihr.fm/3BOmdx4Pandora - https://bit.ly/3CezvD8Spotify - https://spoti.fi/40eoPxr🔔 Want to be a guest or have a guest idea? 📝 GUEST SUBMISSION FORM: https://forms.gle/owz3k5i3xpwzsEZs6#MentorshipMatters #YouthMentorship #BreakingFatherlessness #CommunityLeadership #BuildingFutureLeaders #ServantLeadership

In this episode of The Male Perspective, guest Dr. Eddie Wright, Founder and Executive Director of The We Can Win Foundation, Inc., shares the story behind the life-changing call he received from his doctor in 2012 and the medical journey that followed. He discusses why prostate cancer disproportionately impacts Black men, who face a 70% higher incidence rate and are more than twice as likely to die from the disease compared to white men, and breaks down the cultural, historical, and systemic factors that contribute to this gap, including persistent hesitation around screenings.Dr. Wright also explains how newer, less-invasive screening options (such as MRIs, PET scans, and liquid biopsies) can ease fear and support earlier detection, offers practical guidance on when to begin screening and what tests to request, and shares details about his upcoming “Together We Win – Health and Wellness Fair” in 2026.𝗙𝗼𝗿 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗶𝗻𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗗𝗿. 𝗘𝗱𝗱𝗶𝗲 𝗪𝗿𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁:https://wecanwinpc.orghttps://facebook.com/realtalkaboutprostatecancer...𝗙𝗶𝗻𝗱 𝗟𝗮𝗻𝗮 𝗥𝗲𝗶𝗱 𝗮𝘁:https://linktr.ee/theladylanareid. ..𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗲𝗽𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗱𝗲 𝗮𝗹𝘀𝗼 𝗮𝘃𝗮𝗶𝗹𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗼𝗻:Apple Podcasts - https://apple.co/4019OO6Amazon Music - https://bit.ly/41UlLI2iHeart Radio - https://ihr.fm/3BOmdx4Pandora - https://bit.ly/3CezvD8Spotify - https://spoti.fi/40eoPxr🔔 Want to be a guest or have a guest idea? 📝 GUEST SUBMISSION FORM: https://forms.gle/owz3k5i3xpwzsEZs6#ProstateCancer #BlackMensHealth #BlackHealthMatters #CancerEducation #BlackWellness #BlackMensWellness"The Male Perspective" is hosted by Lana Reid, the founder of Conversations in Color, a nonprofit 501(c)3 grassroots organization dedicated to providing uplifting and community building spaces of dialogue for Black voices.

In this episode of The Male Perspective, Lana Reid talks with Ben Ali — Author, Entrepreneur, and Co-owner of the legendary Ben’s Chili Bowl in Washington, D.C. Ben shares insights from his new book, “ASCEND: A Black Man’s Guide to Elevation, Success, and Purpose”, a blueprint designed to empower the next generation of Black men to rise above pain, break generational cycles, and build lasting legacies. ASCEND is more than a motivational guide; it’s a roadmap for Black men seeking clarity, confidence, and connection. Ben explores practical strategies for overcoming adversity, redefining manhood, and leading with authenticity. Each chapter offers tools for inner growth and community upliftment, encouraging readers to rise to their highest potential with purpose and integrity.As founder of the Ben’s Chili Bowl Foundation, Ben leads efforts in mentorship, education, and community outreach, continuing his family’s legacy of service and empowerment through Ben’s Chili Bowl,  a historic Washington, D.C. landmark and symbol of Black entrepreneurship and resilience.𝗙𝗼𝗿 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗶𝗻𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗕𝗲𝗻 𝗔𝗹𝗶:https://www.benalimotivation.comhttps://www.instagram.com/benalimotivationhttps://www.facebook.com/p/Ben-Ali-Motivation-61579339833527https://www.mysalesteamguru.com/ascendbook-benali𝗙𝗼𝗿 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗶𝗻𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗕𝗲𝗻’𝘀 𝗖𝗵𝗶𝗹𝗶 𝗕𝗼𝘄𝗹:https://benschilibowl.com...𝗙𝗶𝗻𝗱 𝗟𝗮𝗻𝗮 𝗥𝗲𝗶𝗱 𝗮𝘁:https://linktr.ee/theladylanareid. ..𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗲𝗽𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗱𝗲 𝗮𝗹𝘀𝗼 𝗮𝘃𝗮𝗶𝗹𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗼𝗻:Apple Podcasts - https://apple.co/4019OO6Amazon Music - https://bit.ly/41UlLI2iHeart Radio - https://ihr.fm/3BOmdx4Pandora - https://bit.ly/3CezvD8Spotify - https://spoti.fi/40eoPxr🔔 Want to be a guest or have a guest idea? 📝 GUEST SUBMISSION FORM: https://forms.gle/owz3k5i3xpwzsEZs6#BlackMenEmpowerment #BlackExcellence #BensChiliBowl #CommunityLeadership #BlackYouthMentorship #NextGenerationLeaders

In this episode of The Male Perspective, Lana Reid sits down with Matt Prestbury - founder of the Facebook community “Black Fathers.” Established in 2008, the group has grown to over 100,000 members, serving as a positive and empowering space that celebrates the joys and challenges of fatherhood while dismantling long-held stereotypes about Black men as parents.Matt opens up about his personal journey—the experiences that led him to create a community where Black fathers could feel seen, supported, and connected. Driven by a desire to shift the narrative, he envisioned a space where men could share their stories, uplift one another, and remind the world that involved, loving, and responsible Black fathers aren’t rare exceptions—they’re the norm.𝗙𝗼𝗿 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗶𝗻𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗠𝗮𝘁𝘁 𝗣𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗯𝘂𝗿𝘆:https://www.facebook.com/groups/blackfathersgroup/https://www.facebook.com/groups/1709012573143953/https://www.amazon.com/Butterfly-Messages-How-Learned-Ground/dp/B0F9VHF384https://www.instagram.com/southboundsoulmates/https://smokinroaches.co/...𝗙𝗶𝗻𝗱 𝗟𝗮𝗻𝗮 𝗥𝗲𝗶𝗱 𝗮𝘁:https://linktr.ee/theladylanareid. ..𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗲𝗽𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗱𝗲 𝗮𝗹𝘀𝗼 𝗮𝘃𝗮𝗶𝗹𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗼𝗻:Apple Podcasts - https://apple.co/4019OO6Amazon Music - https://bit.ly/41UlLI2iHeart Radio - https://ihr.fm/3BOmdx4Pandora - https://bit.ly/3CezvD8Spotify - https://spoti.fi/40eoPxr🔔 Want to be a guest or have a guest idea? 📝 GUEST SUBMISSION FORM: https://forms.gle/owz3k5i3xpwzsEZs6#Fatherhood #BlackDads #BlackFathers #BlackFatherhood #BlackMentalHealth #BlackDadJoy"The Male Perspective" is hosted by Lana Reid, the founder of Conversations in Color, a nonprofit 501(c)3 grassroots organization dedicated to providing uplifting and community building spaces of dialogue for Black voices.

In this episode of The Male Perspective, Lana Reid sits down with Benjamin Glover - Founder and CEO of BIG Talks Mentorship. Benjamin discusses his personal journey and the inspiration behind launching BIG Talks, sharing what fuels his passion for empowering young Black men. He also explains how the organization is working to break the stigma surrounding mental health in the Black community by providing safe, supportive spaces for growth and self-discovery. Through in-school and after-school programs, career training, and immersive summer cohorts, BIG Talks Mentorship helps young men build confidence, develop leadership skills, and prepare for success in every area of life.𝗙𝗼𝗿 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗶𝗻𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗕𝗲𝗻𝗷𝗮𝗺𝗶𝗻 𝗚𝗹𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿:https://www.bigtalksmentorship.comhttps://www.facebook.com/big.talks.mentorshiphttps://www.facebook.com/ben.glover1https://www.instagram.com/bigtalks2023...𝗙𝗶𝗻𝗱 𝗟𝗮𝗻𝗮 𝗥𝗲𝗶𝗱 𝗮𝘁:https://linktr.ee/theladylanareid. ..𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗲𝗽𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗱𝗲 𝗮𝗹𝘀𝗼 𝗮𝘃𝗮𝗶𝗹𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗼𝗻:Apple Podcasts - https://apple.co/4019OO6Amazon Music - https://bit.ly/41UlLI2iHeart Radio - https://ihr.fm/3BOmdx4Pandora - https://bit.ly/3CezvD8Spotify - https://spoti.fi/40eoPxr🔔 Want to be a guest or have a guest idea? 📝 GUEST SUBMISSION FORM: https://forms.gle/owz3k5i3xpwzsEZs6#BlackMentalHealth #BlackYouth #BlackExcellence #BlackYouthMentorship #UpliftTheCommunity #CommunityLeadership

In this episode of The Male Perspective, Lana Reid speaks with Archie Green — Hip Hop Artist, Mental Health Advocate, and Founder of Peel Dem Layers Back (PDLB). Archie opens up about his personal journey, the intersection of hip-hop culture and mental health, and how he’s creating safe spaces for Black men to heal and grow.🟢 About Peel Dem Layers Back (PDLB)Founded by Archie Green, PDLB’s mission is to educate, equip, and empower Black men to prioritize their mental health through creative expression and community support. Using hip-hop as a tool for healing, PDLB challenges stigma and fosters open conversations around mental wellness.🟢 PDLB Programs🟢 Cope Dealer – PDLB’s 14-week mental health workshop for men and boys, blending hip-hop, open dialogue, and professional guidance to address relationships, identity, and emotional wellness.🟢 Cope Dealer Training Program – A three-hour facilitator training for teachers, counselors, social workers, and community professionals to become certified in delivering PDLB’s mental health framework.🟢 Holding Space – A healing discussion series where Black men can safely come together, break bread, and openly talk about mental health without stigma.🟢 My Violin Weighs a Ton – A four-and-a-half-month program fusing hip-hop and classical music. Partnering with the Cleveland Orchestra, students ages 4–14 performed hip-hop on classical guitars while exploring themes of confidence, social anxiety, and healing.𝗙𝗼𝗿 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗶𝗻𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗿𝗰𝗵𝗶𝗲 𝗚𝗿𝗲𝗲𝗻:https://www.linkedin.com/in/archie-green-6a892752https://www.pdlb.org/https://www.instagram.com/peeldemlayersbackhttps://www.facebook.com/PeelDemLayersBackhttps://www.youtube.com/@peeldemlayersbackhttps://open.spotify.com/artist/6oH7zOToGV968fisOKxjhw?si=4UeMDS5qTGGiABbzwyJ2sg&nd=1...𝗙𝗶𝗻𝗱 𝗟𝗮𝗻𝗮 𝗥𝗲𝗶𝗱 𝗮𝘁:https://linktr.ee/theladylanareid. ..𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗲𝗽𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗱𝗲 𝗮𝗹𝘀𝗼 𝗮𝘃𝗮𝗶𝗹𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗼𝗻:Apple Podcasts - https://apple.co/4019OO6Amazon Music - https://bit.ly/41UlLI2iHeart Radio - https://ihr.fm/3BOmdx4Pandora - https://bit.ly/3CezvD8Spotify - https://spoti.fi/40eoPxr🔔 Want to be a guest or have a guest idea? 📝 GUEST SUBMISSION FORM: https://forms.gle/owz3k5i3xpwzsEZs6#HipHop #MentalHealthAwareness #CommunityHealing #BlackExcellence #BlackMentalHealth"The Male Perspective" is hosted by Lana Reid, the founder of Conversations in Color, a nonprofit 501(c)3 grassroots organization dedicated to providing uplifting and community building spaces of dialogue for Black voices.

In this episode of The Male Perspective, Lana Reid talks with Jordan Thierry — filmmaker, writer, activist, and founder of Dream Chase Media LLC. Through his work, Jordan uses culture, creativity, and community as the foundation for powerful and authentic storytelling. He shares the inspiration behind his feature documentary “Grandma’s Roses,” a raw and intimate portrait of the labor and love women devote to their families and communities. Jordan also discusses “The Black Fatherhood Project,” a groundbreaking film that provides history, context, and conversation around the realities of fatherhood in Black America. He also discusses his book “A Kids Book About Systemic Racism,” which helps young readers understand how racism is woven into laws, schools, stories, and institutions in ways that deeply affect people of color.𝗙𝗼𝗿 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗶𝗻𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗝𝗼𝗿𝗱𝗮𝗻 𝗧𝗵𝗶𝗲𝗿𝗿𝘆:https://www.dreamchasemedia.comhttps://www.instagram.com/jordan.thierryhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/jordanthierry/https://www.youtube.com/@DreamChaseMediahttps://www.amazon.com/Kids-Book-About-Systemic-Racism/dp/1951253450https://acallforchangehelpline.org/...𝗙𝗶𝗻𝗱 𝗟𝗮𝗻𝗮 𝗥𝗲𝗶𝗱 𝗮𝘁:https://linktr.ee/theladylanareid. ..𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗲𝗽𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗱𝗲 𝗮𝗹𝘀𝗼 𝗮𝘃𝗮𝗶𝗹𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗼𝗻:Apple Podcasts - https://apple.co/4019OO6Amazon Music - https://bit.ly/41UlLI2iHeart Radio - https://ihr.fm/3BOmdx4Pandora - https://bit.ly/3CezvD8Spotify - https://spoti.fi/40eoPxr🔔 Want to be a guest or have a guest idea? 📝 GUEST SUBMISSION FORM: https://forms.gle/owz3k5i3xpwzsEZs6#BlackFilmmakers #CreativeVoices #BlackCommunity #BlackExcellence #IndependentFilm #Storytelling

In this episode of The Male Perspective, Lana Reid sits down with Russ Green, Founder of Bison Impact Group, Inc. (BIG). Russ Green is a nonprofit executive dedicated to leveraging the power of golf to raise awareness and funds to end domestic violence and intimate partner violence.Through initiatives like the HBCU Golf Tournament, BIG not only supports students at Historically Black Colleges and Universities but also introduces more Black communities to the game of golf. Proceeds benefit Howard University’s Interpersonal Violence Prevention Program (IVPP) and Spelman College’s Violence Prevention & Intervention Program (VP&I).Bison Impact Group’s signature programs include:BIG Boot Camp – a beginners golf clinicSoulful Sundays – weekly golf clinic & 9-hole outingSkip Day for Kids & Caregivers – annual April event during Child Abuse Prevention & Sexual Assault Awareness MonthHBCU Golf Tournament – annual October fundraiser during Domestic Violence Awareness Month & HBCU Homecoming season𝗙𝗼𝗿 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗶𝗻𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗥𝘂𝘀𝘀 𝗚𝗿𝗲𝗲𝗻:https://www.linkedin.com/in/russ-green-439903a/https://bisonimpactgroup.orghttps://www.instagram.com/hbcugolftournamenthttps://www.linkedin.com/company/bison-impact-group...𝗙𝗶𝗻𝗱 𝗟𝗮𝗻𝗮 𝗥𝗲𝗶𝗱 𝗮𝘁:https://linktr.ee/theladylanareid. ..𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗲𝗽𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗱𝗲 𝗮𝗹𝘀𝗼 𝗮𝘃𝗮𝗶𝗹𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗼𝗻:Apple Podcasts - https://apple.co/4019OO6Amazon Music - https://bit.ly/41UlLI2iHeart Radio - https://ihr.fm/3BOmdx4Pandora - https://bit.ly/3CezvD8Spotify - https://spoti.fi/40eoPxr🔔 Want to be a guest or have a guest idea? 📝 GUEST SUBMISSION FORM: https://forms.gle/owz3k5i3xpwzsEZs6#BlackGolfers #HowardAlumni #HBCU #GolfForACause #EndDomesticViolence #BlackCommunity #BlackExcellence"The Male Perspective" is hosted by Lana Reid, the founder of Conversations in Color, a nonprofit 501(c)3 grassroots organization dedicated to providing uplifting and community building spaces of dialogue for Black voices.

In this episode of The Male Perspective, Lana Reid talks with Xavier Smith — Intervention Specialist and founder of Kind Mentoring. Xavier shares his journey from studying Criminal Justice at Morris College to becoming an Intervention Specialist and the founder of Kind Mentoring. He explains how mentorship and intervention programs can transform the lives of young people and create safer schools and stronger communities. Xavier details Kind Mentoring’s core services, including Mentorship (one-on-one mentoring, group mentoring, and peer mentoring); Academic Support (academic coaching, tutoring, and career services); Career Readiness (job shadowing, resume building & interview skills, and entrepreneurship training); Life Skills Training (personal development, financial literacy, health & wellness, and innovation skills); and Specialized Programming (gender-specific assistance, culturally relevant approaches, and preventative age-appropriate activities) — all designed to empower youth, promote positive choices, and build long-term pathways to success.𝗙𝗼𝗿 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗶𝗻𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗫𝗮𝘃𝗶𝗲𝗿 𝗦𝗺𝗶𝘁𝗵:https://kindmentoring.orghttps://www.linkedin.com/in/xaviersmith3https://www.facebook.com/p/K-I-N-D-Mentoring-61554132928626/https://www.instagram.com/king_za96/https://www.instagram.com/kindmentoring/...𝗙𝗶𝗻𝗱 𝗟𝗮𝗻𝗮 𝗥𝗲𝗶𝗱 𝗮𝘁:https://linktr.ee/theladylanareid. ..𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗲𝗽𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗱𝗲 𝗮𝗹𝘀𝗼 𝗮𝘃𝗮𝗶𝗹𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗼𝗻:Apple Podcasts - https://apple.co/4019OO6Amazon Music - https://bit.ly/41UlLI2iHeart Radio - https://ihr.fm/3BOmdx4Pandora - https://bit.ly/3CezvD8Spotify - https://spoti.fi/40eoPxr🔔 Want to be a guest or have a guest idea? 📝 GUEST SUBMISSION FORM: https://forms.gle/owz3k5i3xpwzsEZs6#YouthMentoring #BlackCommunity #BlackExcellence #PositiveRoleModels #BlackYouthMentoring"The Male Perspective" is hosted by Lana Reid, the founder of Conversations in Color, a nonprofit 501(c)3 grassroots organization dedicated to providing uplifting and community building spaces of dialogue for Black voices.

In this episode of "The Male Perspective," Lana talks with Dr. Lathardus Goggins II - Educational Consultant, Scholar, Advocate, and Author. He shares insights on the challenges and opportunities facing Black students in today’s K-12 system. From addressing the impact of cultural disconnects in classrooms often dominated by educators who do not look like Black students or share their lived experiences to unpacking the myth of “colorblind” teaching, Dr. Goggins emphasizes the importance of social emotional learning, community engagement, and rites of passage programs in shaping student success. He explores how schools, families, and communities can work together to ensure the next generation of Black students thrive and reach their full potential.𝗙𝗼𝗿 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗶𝗻𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗗𝗿. 𝗟𝗮𝘁𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗱𝘂𝘀 𝗚𝗼𝗴𝗴𝗶𝗻𝘀 𝗜𝗜:https://www.goggins2.comhttps://successfulacademics.comhttps://appliedacademicsolutions.comhttps://www.afrocentric.info/SaintRest/index_StRP.htmlhttps://www.instagram.com/drgoggins2https://www.instagram.com/appliedacademics...𝗙𝗶𝗻𝗱 𝗟𝗮𝗻𝗮 𝗥𝗲𝗶𝗱 𝗮𝘁:https://linktr.ee/theladylanareid. ..𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗲𝗽𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗱𝗲 𝗮𝗹𝘀𝗼 𝗮𝘃𝗮𝗶𝗹𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗼𝗻:Apple Podcasts - https://apple.co/4019OO6Amazon Music - https://bit.ly/41UlLI2iHeart Radio - https://ihr.fm/3BOmdx4Pandora - https://bit.ly/3CezvD8Spotify - https://spoti.fi/40eoPxr🔔 Want to be a guest or have a guest idea? 📝 GUEST SUBMISSION FORM: https://forms.gle/owz3k5i3xpwzsEZs6#BlackExcellence #BlackStudents #SocialEmotionalLearning #RitesOfPassage #BlackEducators #CulturalAwareness #EquityInEducation #K12Education #RepresentationMatters"The Male Perspective" is hosted by Lana Reid, the founder of Conversations in Color, a nonprofit 501(c)3 grassroots organization dedicated to providing uplifting and community building spaces of dialogue for Black voices.

In this episode of "The Male Perspective," Lana talks with Charleston Girley - Author, Speaker, Entrepreneur and Accountant. Charleston shares his book and autobiography, "The Black Accountant," which documents his personal story of overcoming adversity and the lessons learned along the way. From his beginnings as a walk-on football player to becoming a scholarship athlete at Arkansas State University, where he won four conference championships, his story showcases resilience and determination. Now, as a successful entrepreneur and passionate advocate, he empowers others with his message to "Keep Dreaming."𝗙𝗼𝗿 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗶𝗻𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗹𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗻 𝗚𝗶𝗿𝗹𝗲𝘆:https://www.charlestongirley.comhttps://www.facebook.com/cj.girleyhttps://www.instagram.com/charlestongirleyhttps://www.youtube.com/@charlestongirley...𝗙𝗶𝗻𝗱 𝗟𝗮𝗻𝗮 𝗥𝗲𝗶𝗱 𝗮𝘁:https://linktr.ee/theladylanareid. ..𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗲𝗽𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗱𝗲 𝗮𝗹𝘀𝗼 𝗮𝘃𝗮𝗶𝗹𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗼𝗻:Apple Podcasts - https://apple.co/4019OO6Amazon Music - https://bit.ly/41UlLI2iHeart Radio - https://ihr.fm/3BOmdx4Pandora - https://bit.ly/3CezvD8Spotify - https://spoti.fi/40eoPxr🔔 Want to be a guest or have a guest idea? 📝 GUEST SUBMISSION FORM: https://forms.gle/owz3k5i3xpwzsEZs6#BlackExcellence #BlackAccountant #FinancialLiteracy #FinancialFreedom #OvercomingAdversity #Resilience #HealingJourney"The Male Perspective" is hosted by Lana Reid, the founder of Conversations in Color, a nonprofit 501(c)3 grassroots organization dedicated to providing uplifting and community building spaces of dialogue for Black voices.

In this episode of "The Male Perspective," Lana talks with Jadarius Evans, LPC-A, NCC, M.Ed., Ed.S. As a mental health researcher, Jadarius discusses the community-based, community-focused research project that he will lead, called Project H.E.A.R.T. This initiative employs photovoice, a qualitative participatory research technique that highlights participants’ lived experiences through photography and narrative storytelling. The research initiative creates a space where Black men and teens can serve as co-researchers, documenting their experiences, sharing their perspectives, and directly influencing data that informs clinical practice, education, and policy.𝗙𝗼𝗿 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗶𝗻𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗝𝗮𝗱𝗮𝗿𝗶𝘂𝘀 𝗘𝘃𝗮𝗻𝘀:https://www.linkedin.com/in/jadarius-evanshttps://www.instagram.com/_jadariusevans/...𝗙𝗶𝗻𝗱 𝗟𝗮𝗻𝗮 𝗥𝗲𝗶𝗱 𝗮𝘁:https://linktr.ee/theladylanareid. ..𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗲𝗽𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗱𝗲 𝗮𝗹𝘀𝗼 𝗮𝘃𝗮𝗶𝗹𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗼𝗻:Apple Podcasts - https://apple.co/4019OO6Amazon Music - https://bit.ly/41UlLI2iHeart Radio - https://ihr.fm/3BOmdx4Pandora - https://bit.ly/3CezvD8Spotify - https://spoti.fi/40eoPxr🔔 Want to be a guest or have a guest idea? 📝 GUEST SUBMISSION FORM: https://forms.gle/owz3k5i3xpwzsEZs6#BlackExcellence #BlackMentalHealth #MentalHealthResearch #MentalHealthAwareness #MentalHealthAwareness #MentalHealthAdvocate"The Male Perspective" is hosted by Lana Reid, the founder of Conversations in Color, a nonprofit 501(c)3 grassroots organization dedicated to providing uplifting and community building spaces of dialogue for Black voices.

In this episode of "The Male Perspective," Lana talks with Dr. Timothy Felton - Author, Educator and Speaker. Having authored a variety of influential books on topics including sports, personal development, and youth empowerment, Dr. Felton shares insights into his work that emphasizes identity, engagement, and resilience, particularly for youth, students, and student-athletes. He also shares his heartwarming children's book series, inspired by his grandchildren, which encourages the development of life skills.𝗙𝗼𝗿 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗶𝗻𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗗𝗿. 𝗧𝗶𝗺𝗼𝘁𝗵𝘆 𝗙𝗲𝗹𝘁𝗼𝗻:https://timothyfelton.comhttps://www.facebook.com/timothy.felton.7549https://www.instagram.com/tdfeltonhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-timothy-felton-751aa692https://www.amazon.com/stores/Timothy-Felton/author/B01GMFI3C8...𝗙𝗶𝗻𝗱 𝗟𝗮𝗻𝗮 𝗥𝗲𝗶𝗱 𝗮𝘁:https://linktr.ee/theladylanareid. ..𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗲𝗽𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗱𝗲 𝗮𝗹𝘀𝗼 𝗮𝘃𝗮𝗶𝗹𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗼𝗻:Apple Podcasts - https://apple.co/4019OO6Amazon Music - https://bit.ly/41UlLI2iHeart Radio - https://ihr.fm/3BOmdx4Pandora - https://bit.ly/3CezvD8Spotify - https://spoti.fi/40eoPxr🔔 Want to be a guest or have a guest idea? 📝 GUEST SUBMISSION FORM: https://forms.gle/owz3k5i3xpwzsEZs6#BlackMenMatter #dopeblackness #blackexcellence #celebrateblackmen #amplifyblackvoices #AthleteLifeSkills #youthpersonaldevelopment #studentsuccess"The Male Perspective" is hosted by Lana Reid, the founder of Conversations in Color, a nonprofit 501(c)3 grassroots organization dedicated to providing uplifting and community building spaces of dialogue for Black voices.

In this episode of "The Male Perspective," Lana talks with Coach Ed Bradley - Transitional Life Coach, Author and Speaker. Coach Ed shares practical strategies to better prepare young individuals for the realities of the real world. He also talks about his book, “Ultimate Scholarship & Grant Guide,” which features a comprehensive list of scholarships and grants that many students may not be aware of for trade school and traditional higher education. He shares the role of a life coach in assisting individuals who are navigating career and life changes, providing guidance and support during these critical life transitions.𝗙𝗼𝗿 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗶𝗻𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗖𝗼𝗮𝗰𝗵 𝗘𝗱 𝗕𝗿𝗮𝗱𝗹𝗲𝘆:https://coachedbradley.comhttps://www.instagram.com/coach_ed_bradleyhttps://www.youtube.com/@CoachEdBradleyhttps://www.tiktok.com/@coachedbradley...𝗙𝗶𝗻𝗱 𝗟𝗮𝗻𝗮 𝗥𝗲𝗶𝗱 𝗮𝘁:https://linktr.ee/theladylanareid. ..𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗲𝗽𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗱𝗲 𝗮𝗹𝘀𝗼 𝗮𝘃𝗮𝗶𝗹𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗼𝗻:Apple Podcasts - https://apple.co/4019OO6Amazon Music - https://bit.ly/41UlLI2iHeart Radio - https://ihr.fm/3BOmdx4Pandora - https://bit.ly/3CezvD8Spotify - https://spoti.fi/40eoPxr🔔 Want to be a guest or have a guest idea? 📝 GUEST SUBMISSION FORM: https://forms.gle/owz3k5i3xpwzsEZs6#BlackMenMatter #dopeblackness #blackexcellence #celebrateblackmen #amplifyblackvoices #scholarshipsearch #LifeCoach #mindsetcoach"The Male Perspective" is hosted by Lana Reid, the founder of Conversations in Color, a nonprofit 501(c)3 grassroots organization dedicated to providing uplifting and community building spaces of dialogue for Black voices.

In this episode of "The Male Perspective," Lana talks with Jesus' Kimbrow - Pastor, Entrepreneur and Facilitator of Headspace, a Black men’s support group. Pastor Kimbrow talks about the importance of mental health in leadership roles within ministry and its impact on the community. He shares his future plans for Headspace, which aims to expand the spaces where Black men can share their stories and enhance their personal development. Additionally, he imparts valuable wisdom on guiding the upcoming generation of Black men through the lens of fatherhood.𝗙𝗼𝗿 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗶𝗻𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗝𝗲𝘀𝘂𝘀' 𝗞𝗶𝗺𝗯𝗿𝗼𝘄:https://www.setfreeministry.nethttps://www.instagram.com/rev.jesushttps://www.facebook.com/revzeus/https://www.facebook.com/SetFreeMinistryLLC...𝗙𝗶𝗻𝗱 𝗟𝗮𝗻𝗮 𝗥𝗲𝗶𝗱 𝗮𝘁:https://linktr.ee/theladylanareid. ..𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗲𝗽𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗱𝗲 𝗮𝗹𝘀𝗼 𝗮𝘃𝗮𝗶𝗹𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗼𝗻:Apple Podcasts - https://apple.co/4019OO6Amazon Music - https://bit.ly/41UlLI2iHeart Radio - https://ihr.fm/3BOmdx4Pandora - https://bit.ly/3CezvD8Spotify - https://spoti.fi/40eoPxr🔔 Want to be a guest or have a guest idea? 📝 GUEST SUBMISSION FORM: https://forms.gle/owz3k5i3xpwzsEZs6#BlackMenMatter #dopeblackness #blackexcellence #celebrateblackmen #amplifyblackvoices #BlackMenSupportGroup #BlackMenCommunity #BlackMentalHealth

In this episode of "The Male Perspective," Lana talks with Cameron E. Miles, the Director and Founder of Mentoring Male Teens in the ‘Hood.’ Since 1996, Mr. Miles has dedicated his work to mentoring boys aged 8 to 18 in Baltimore and its surrounding regions. His program offers a range of enriching experiences, including educational travel, guest speakers, college tours, and tutoring, all designed to inspire young boys to recognize and embrace their inherent potential. Through these initiatives, the program cultivates a nurturing atmosphere that motivates the boys to steer clear of negative influences and strive for excellence in their lives.𝗙𝗼𝗿 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗶𝗻𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗖𝗮𝗺𝗲𝗿𝗼𝗻 𝗘. 𝗠𝗶𝗹𝗲𝘀:https://mentoringmaleteens.org/https://www.facebook.com/Mentoring-Male-Teens-in-the-Hood-121848847837226/https://www.facebook.com/cmilesmmthhttps://www.instagram.com/mentoringmaleteensinthehood/🌎🌟 Donations - Cash App - $mentoringmalezPayPal link on homepage - https://mentoringmaleteens.org...𝗙𝗶𝗻𝗱 𝗟𝗮𝗻𝗮 𝗥𝗲𝗶𝗱 𝗮𝘁:https://linktr.ee/theladylanareid. ..𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗲𝗽𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗱𝗲 𝗮𝗹𝘀𝗼 𝗮𝘃𝗮𝗶𝗹𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗼𝗻:Apple Podcasts - https://apple.co/4019OO6Amazon Music - https://bit.ly/41UlLI2iHeart Radio - https://ihr.fm/3BOmdx4Pandora - https://bit.ly/3CezvD8Spotify - https://spoti.fi/40eoPxr🔔 Want to be a guest or have a guest idea? 📝 GUEST SUBMISSION FORM: https://forms.gle/owz3k5i3xpwzsEZs6#BlackMenMatter #dopeblackness #blackexcellence #celebrateblackmen #amplifyblackvoices #MentoringBlackBoys #MentorshipProgram #YouthDevelopment"The Male Perspective" is hosted by Lana Reid, the founder of Conversations in Color, a nonprofit 501(c)3 grassroots organization dedicated to providing uplifting and community building spaces of dialogue for Black voices.

In this episode of "The Male Perspective," Lana sits down with Francis “Chise” Castillo—Author of “Leveling Up” and “Leveled Up.” Chise shares insights on his latest work, "Leveled Up," the sequel that builds on the transformative journey of its predecessor. In this installment he continues to explore self-reflection and personal growth, offering financial gems and relationship advice that can empower you to overcome any obstacle. Sharing stories of courage and entrepreneurship, the “Leveling Up” series aims to encourage all to believe in their potential and take actionable steps toward leveling up their life.𝗙𝗼𝗿 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗶𝗻𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗙𝗿𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗶𝘀 “𝗖𝗵𝗶𝘀𝗲” 𝗖𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗼:https://www.instagram.com/levelingup_2025https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0F1V3CM23https://www.instagram.com/dandcbdirectory...𝗙𝗶𝗻𝗱 𝗟𝗮𝗻𝗮 𝗥𝗲𝗶𝗱 𝗮𝘁:https://linktr.ee/theladylanareid. ..𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗲𝗽𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗱𝗲 𝗮𝗹𝘀𝗼 𝗮𝘃𝗮𝗶𝗹𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗼𝗻:Apple Podcasts - https://apple.co/4019OO6Amazon Music - https://bit.ly/41UlLI2iHeart Radio - https://ihr.fm/3BOmdx4Pandora - https://bit.ly/3CezvD8Spotify - https://spoti.fi/40eoPxr🔔 Want to be a guest or have a guest idea? 📝 GUEST SUBMISSION FORM: https://forms.gle/owz3k5i3xpwzsEZs6#BlackMenMatter #dopeblackness #blackexcellence #celebrateblackmen #amplifyblackvoices #BlackAuthor #transformationaljourney #levelingup"The Male Perspective" is hosted by Lana Reid, the founder of Conversations in Color, a nonprofit 501(c)3 grassroots organization dedicated to providing uplifting and community building spaces of dialogue for Black voices.

In this episode of "The Male Perspective," Lana sits down with Danny L. Ross—Author, Speaker, and Psychotherapist. With more than twenty years of experience, Danny offers tailored counseling services for individuals, couples, and families. He is recognized as a prominent expert in the areas concerning Black families, men, and youth, and has presented to many local and national organizations on various subjects, including how to support Black students for academic success, mental health challenges in the Black community, mental wellness among Black men, and improving family communication to strengthen relationships.Through the extensive array of services and educational materials offered by "The Messages" platform, he strives to dismantle the negative narratives pushed by "them" that obstruct our greatness and fullest potential, while encouraging exploration and the rewriting of healthier narratives.𝗙𝗼𝗿 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗶𝗻𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗗𝗮𝗻𝗻𝘆 𝗟. 𝗥𝗼𝘀𝘀:https://www.dlrcounselinggroup.comhttps://www.themessages.nethttps://www.facebook.com/dlrcounselinghttps://www.amazon.com/stores/Danny-L.-Ross/author/B08JK9HMRD...𝗙𝗶𝗻𝗱 𝗟𝗮𝗻𝗮 𝗥𝗲𝗶𝗱 𝗮𝘁:https://linktr.ee/theladylanareid. ..𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗲𝗽𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗱𝗲 𝗮𝗹𝘀𝗼 𝗮𝘃𝗮𝗶𝗹𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗼𝗻:Apple Podcasts - https://apple.co/4019OO6Amazon Music - https://bit.ly/41UlLI2iHeart Radio - https://ihr.fm/3BOmdx4Pandora - https://bit.ly/3CezvD8Spotify - https://spoti.fi/40eoPxr🔔 Want to be a guest or have a guest idea? 📝 GUEST SUBMISSION FORM: https://forms.gle/owz3k5i3xpwzsEZs6#BlackMenMatter #dopeblackness #blackexcellence #celebrateblackmen #amplifyblackvoices #BlackAuthor #BlackMentalHealth #BlackTherapist "The Male Perspective" is hosted by Lana Reid, the founder of Conversations in Color, a nonprofit 501(c)3 grassroots organization dedicated to providing uplifting and community building spaces of dialogue for Black voices.

In this episode of "The Male Perspective," Lana Reid returns to Eta Nu Nu, one of the newer chapters of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc., based in Columbus, OH, to check in after over a year! Joining her are the chapter's current Basileus, Bro. Matthew Coleman, along with Bro. Dr. Judson Jeffries and Bro. Leon Peacock.The chapter has made a significant impact in the community, highlighted by an impressive rise in scholarships from $500 to an incredible $515,625.11. Their "Man P.L.E.A.S.E., Check Yourself" event has been pivotal in raising awareness about prostate cancer and their newly formed Omega Book Club delves into scholarship, fraternity history, and vital issues facing the Black community. In 2025, they also distributed over 2,500 STEAM books to Columbus Public Schools students and offered invaluable mentorship through their Chess for Success program. This is just a glimpse of the extensive community outreach efforts by Eta Nu Nu, which have earned the chapter numerous awards in under five years.𝗙𝗼𝗿 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗶𝗻𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗘𝘁𝗮 𝗡𝘂 𝗡𝘂:http://www.614ques.orghttps://www.instagram.com/614queshttps://www.facebook.com/groups/614queshttps://www.youtube.com/@HN2Omegapsiphi𝗘𝘁𝗮 𝗡𝘂 𝗡𝘂Graduate ChapterColumbus, OhioChartered in 2020...“Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. is the first international fraternal organization founded on the campus of a historically black college.On the evening of November 17, 1911, Omega Psi Phi was founded inside the Science Building (later renamed Thirkield Hall) at Howard University located in Washington, D.C. The founders were three undergraduates — Edgar Amos Love, Oscar James Cooper and Frank Coleman. Joining them was their faculty adviser, Ernest Everett Just.From the initials of the Greek phrase meaning, “friendship is essential to the soul“, the name Omega Psi Phi was derived. That phrase was selected as the motto.Manhood, Scholarship, Perseverance and Uplift were adopted as Cardinal Principles.” (https://oppf.org)#BlackMenMatter #BlackMenAreDope #BlackCulture #DopeBlackness #OmegaPsiPhiFraternityInc #FIETTS #OPPF #OmegaPsiPhi #Ques #QuePsiPhi #RQQ #DaBruhz"The Male Perspective" is hosted by Lana Reid, the founder of Conversations in Color, a nonprofit 501(c)3 grassroots organization dedicated to providing uplifting and community building spaces of dialogue for Black voices.

In this episode of "The Male Perspective," Lana sits down with Anthony Brogdon—Speaker, Author, Documentary Producer and Host of Strong Inspirations. Through his work, Anthony explores the richness of the African Diaspora to enlighten all about the heritage and history of Black people. His impactful books, including the “Black Business Book” and “They Did It,” along with his podcast, “Strong Inspirations,” serve as invaluable resources for learners of all ages.𝗙𝗼𝗿 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗶𝗻𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗻𝘁𝗵𝗼𝗻𝘆 𝗕𝗿𝗼𝗴𝗱𝗼𝗻:https://businessintheblack.nethttps://www.facebook.com/Goodblackhistoryhttps://www.youtube.com/@StrongInspirations...𝗙𝗶𝗻𝗱 𝗟𝗮𝗻𝗮 𝗥𝗲𝗶𝗱 𝗮𝘁:https://linktr.ee/theladylanareid. ..𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗲𝗽𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗱𝗲 𝗮𝗹𝘀𝗼 𝗮𝘃𝗮𝗶𝗹𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗼𝗻:Apple Podcasts - https://apple.co/4019OO6Amazon Music - https://bit.ly/41UlLI2iHeart Radio - https://ihr.fm/3BOmdx4Pandora - https://bit.ly/3CezvD8Spotify - https://spoti.fi/40eoPxr🔔 Want to be a guest or have a guest idea? 📝 GUEST SUBMISSION FORM: https://forms.gle/owz3k5i3xpwzsEZs6#BlackMenMatter #dopeblackness #blackexcellence #celebrateblackmen #amplifyblackvoices #BlackHistory #BlackFacts #BlackAuthor"The Male Perspective" is hosted by Lana Reid, the founder of Conversations in Color, a nonprofit 501(c)3 grassroots organization dedicated to providing uplifting and community building spaces of dialogue for Black voices.

In this episode of "The Male Perspective," Lana sits down with Robert Gibbs—Mentor, Speaker and Author of “Black Man Rise - Fatherly Words for the Young Black Man.” The conversation explores topics addressed in Robert's book, which emphasizes the crucial role of Black men in the family structure, financial empowerment, managing emotions, interactions with law enforcement, sound decision-making, and fostering success within the Black community. Robert’s message is a powerful call to action for today’s youth, encouraging them to harness the greatness that lies within and embrace their power.𝗙𝗼𝗿 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗶𝗻𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗥𝗼𝗯𝗲𝗿𝘁 𝗚𝗶𝗯𝗯𝘀:https://www.facebook.com/bmrisebookhttps://www.amazon.com/Black-Man-Rise-Fatherly-Words/dp/B0CR72Q7YN...𝗙𝗶𝗻𝗱 𝗟𝗮𝗻𝗮 𝗥𝗲𝗶𝗱 𝗮𝘁:https://linktr.ee/theladylanareid. ..𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗲𝗽𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗱𝗲 𝗮𝗹𝘀𝗼 𝗮𝘃𝗮𝗶𝗹𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗼𝗻:Apple Podcasts - https://apple.co/4019OO6Amazon Music - https://bit.ly/41UlLI2iHeart Radio - https://ihr.fm/3BOmdx4Pandora - https://bit.ly/3CezvD8Spotify - https://spoti.fi/40eoPxr🔔 Want to be a guest or have a guest idea? 📝 GUEST SUBMISSION FORM: https://forms.gle/owz3k5i3xpwzsEZs6#BlackMenMatter #dopeblackness #blackexcellence #celebrateblackmen #amplifyblackvoices #BlackYouth #BlackMentor #BlackCommunity"The Male Perspective" is hosted by Lana Reid, the founder of Conversations in Color, a nonprofit 501(c)3 grassroots organization dedicated to providing uplifting and community building spaces of dialogue for Black voices.

In this episode of "The Male Perspective," Lana sits down with Steve White—author, Mentor, and the visionary behind Hattie’s Child. His program, “From Black Boy to Black Man,” imparts vital skills including self-esteem, cultural identity, academic success, critical thinking, health and nutrition, financial management, entrepreneurship, media messaging, identifying gifts and talents, and strategic planning for success. He also offers a transformative Prison Reentry Program for Black males, which addresses the fundamental causes of incarceration to help break the cycle of reoffending.𝗙𝗼𝗿 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗶𝗻𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗦𝘁𝗲𝘃𝗲 𝗪𝗵𝗶𝘁𝗲:https://hattieschild.com...𝗙𝗶𝗻𝗱 𝗟𝗮𝗻𝗮 𝗥𝗲𝗶𝗱 𝗮𝘁:https://linktr.ee/theladylanareid. ..𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗲𝗽𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗱𝗲 𝗮𝗹𝘀𝗼 𝗮𝘃𝗮𝗶𝗹𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗼𝗻:Apple Podcasts - https://apple.co/4019OO6Amazon Music - https://bit.ly/41UlLI2iHeart Radio - https://ihr.fm/3BOmdx4Pandora - https://bit.ly/3CezvD8Spotify - https://spoti.fi/40eoPxr🔔 Want to be a guest or have a guest idea? 📝 GUEST SUBMISSION FORM: https://forms.gle/owz3k5i3xpwzsEZs6#BlackMenMatter #dopeblackness #blackexcellence #celebrateblackmen #amplifyblackvoices #BlackYouth #BlackMentor #BlackCommunity"The Male Perspective" is hosted by Lana Reid, the founder of Conversations in Color, a nonprofit 501(c)3 grassroots organization dedicated to providing uplifting and community building spaces of dialogue for Black voices.

In this episode of "The Male Perspective," Lana talks with the men from “Black Men Mondays,” a 501(c)(3) organization based in Asheville, NC, that is creating meaningful change within their community. Their initiatives focus on fostering environments where Black men can unite and work together on projects that uplift their neighborhoods. They also play an active role in mentoring local youth and serving as positive role models. Their Director of Community Development, Mr.Knowledge Green, is also the founder of Youth Struggle.𝗙𝗼𝗿 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗶𝗻𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗕𝗹𝗮𝗰𝗸 𝗠𝗲𝗻 𝗠𝗼𝗻𝗱𝗮𝘆𝘀:https://www.blackmenmondays.orghttps://www.facebook.com/BMMAVL...𝗙𝗼𝗿 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗶𝗻𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗴 𝗦𝘁𝗿𝘂𝗴𝗴𝗹𝗲, 𝗮 𝗴𝗿𝗮𝘀𝘀𝗿𝗼𝗼𝘁𝘀 𝗻𝗼𝗻𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗳𝗶𝘁:https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61554688387884...𝗙𝗶𝗻𝗱 𝗟𝗮𝗻𝗮 𝗥𝗲𝗶𝗱 𝗮𝘁:https://linktr.ee/theladylanareid. ..𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗲𝗽𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗱𝗲 𝗮𝗹𝘀𝗼 𝗮𝘃𝗮𝗶𝗹𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗼𝗻:Apple Podcasts - https://apple.co/4019OO6Amazon Music - https://bit.ly/41UlLI2iHeart Radio - https://ihr.fm/3BOmdx4Pandora - https://bit.ly/3CezvD8Spotify - https://spoti.fi/40eoPxr🔔 Want to be a guest or have a guest idea? 📝 GUEST SUBMISSION FORM: https://forms.gle/owz3k5i3xpwzsEZs6#BlackMenMatter #dopeblackness #blackexcellence #celebrateblackmen #amplifyblackvoices #BlackNonprofit #BlackOrganizations #CommunitySupportGroup

In this episode of "The Male Perspective," Lana talks with Dr. Tank — Educational Consultant, Motivational Speaker and Author of "School Is Not For You." His organization, TANK EdDucates LLC, specializes in culturally responsive teaching and transformative life skills education for students, educators, school districts, universities, government entities, and community partners. Dr. Tank discusses the importance of ongoing education and awareness in fostering equitable educational settings for disadvantaged students. Additionally, through his T.A.N.K. Mentoring Program, he supports the successful reintegration of formerly incarcerated individuals in New Jersey.𝗙𝗼𝗿 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗶𝗻𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗗𝗿. 𝗧𝗮𝗻𝗸:https://www.tankedducates.comhttps://www.instagram.com/tankedducateshttps://www.linkedin.com/in/emmanuel-cherilien-ed-d-dr-tank-5b976695https://www.tiktok.com/@tankedducates...𝗙𝗶𝗻𝗱 𝗟𝗮𝗻𝗮 𝗥𝗲𝗶𝗱 𝗮𝘁:https://linktr.ee/theladylanareid. ..𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗲𝗽𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗱𝗲 𝗮𝗹𝘀𝗼 𝗮𝘃𝗮𝗶𝗹𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗼𝗻:Apple Podcasts - https://apple.co/4019OO6Amazon Music - https://bit.ly/41UlLI2iHeart Radio - https://ihr.fm/3BOmdx4Pandora - https://bit.ly/3CezvD8Spotify - https://spoti.fi/40eoPxr🔔 Want to be a guest or have a guest idea? 📝 GUEST SUBMISSION FORM: https://forms.gle/owz3k5i3xpwzsEZs6#BlackMenMatter #dopeblackness #blackexcellence #celebrateblackmen #amplifyblackvoices #EducationalConsultant #culturallyresponsiveteaching #educationreform

In this episode of "The Male Perspective," Lana talks with Trent D. Walters — Author of the faith-based romance novel, “Exactly How It’s ‘Posed to Be.” Set against the vibrant backdrop of a fictional HBCU college campus, Trent discusses the important life lessons woven into his narrative, such as the impact of personal choices and the continued relevance of abstaining from sex until marriage in modern society.𝗙𝗼𝗿 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗶𝗻𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗧𝗿𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗗. 𝗪𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗲𝗿𝘀:https://exactlyhowitsposedtobe.comhttps://www.amazon.com/stores/Trent-D.-Walters/author/B0BYGSLWM9https://www.instagram.com/trentdubyahttps://www.tiktok.com/@trentdwalters...𝗙𝗶𝗻𝗱 𝗟𝗮𝗻𝗮 𝗥𝗲𝗶𝗱 𝗮𝘁:https://linktr.ee/theladylanareid. ..𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗲𝗽𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗱𝗲 𝗮𝗹𝘀𝗼 𝗮𝘃𝗮𝗶𝗹𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗼𝗻:Apple Podcasts - https://apple.co/4019OO6Amazon Music - https://bit.ly/41UlLI2iHeart Radio - https://ihr.fm/3BOmdx4Pandora - https://bit.ly/3CezvD8Spotify - https://spoti.fi/40eoPxr🔔 Want to be a guest or have a guest idea? 📝 GUEST SUBMISSION FORM: https://forms.gle/owz3k5i3xpwzsEZs6#BlackMenMatter #dopeblackness #blackexcellence #celebrateblackmen #amplifyblackvoices #ChristianAuthor #RomanceAndFaith #blackauthorsmatter"The Male Perspective" is hosted by Lana Reid, the founder of Conversations in Color, a nonprofit 501(c)3 grassroots organization dedicated to providing uplifting and community building spaces of dialogue for Black voices.

In this episode of "The Male Perspective," Lana talks with Dr. Robert Mossi Alexander—Speaker, Author, Filmmaker and Founder of Hood to Higher Education.With more than 15 years in education, Dr. Alexander has designed transformative training programs that help organizations adopt culturally relevant practices through critical literacy. He is also the creator of the award-winning film “Reclaiming Our Humanity,” which shares inspiring stories that reveal the remarkable potential for transformation and growth in individuals affected by the criminal justice system.𝗙𝗼𝗿 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗶𝗻𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗗𝗿. 𝗥𝗼𝗯𝗲𝗿𝘁 𝗠𝗼𝘀𝘀𝗶 𝗔𝗹𝗲𝘅𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿:https://www.hood2highereducation.comhttps://www.facebook.com/rob.alexander.7568https://www.instagram.com/hoodtohighereducation...𝗙𝗶𝗻𝗱 𝗟𝗮𝗻𝗮 𝗥𝗲𝗶𝗱 𝗮𝘁:https://linktr.ee/theladylanareid. ..𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗲𝗽𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗱𝗲 𝗮𝗹𝘀𝗼 𝗮𝘃𝗮𝗶𝗹𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗼𝗻:Apple Podcasts - https://apple.co/4019OO6Amazon Music - https://bit.ly/41UlLI2iHeart Radio - https://ihr.fm/3BOmdx4Pandora - https://bit.ly/3CezvD8Spotify - https://spoti.fi/40eoPxr🔔 Want to be a guest or have a guest idea? 📝 GUEST SUBMISSION FORM: https://forms.gle/owz3k5i3xpwzsEZs6#BlackMenMatter #dopeblackness #blackexcellence #celebrateblackmen #amplifyblackvoices #CulturalUnderstanding #CulturalCompetencyTraining #CriticalLiteracy"The Male Perspective" is hosted by Lana Reid, the founder of Conversations in Color, a nonprofit 501(c)3 grassroots organization dedicated to providing uplifting and community building spaces of dialogue for Black voices.

In this episode of "The Male Perspective," Lana talks with Calvin 'Black Noah' Tucker—Animal Rights Advocate and Founder of “Saving One Creature At a Time.” In 2015, Calvin met a stray cat, which he named Henry, that began his work of rescuing and assisting stray animals. Based in Alabama, he now tends to over twenty colonies of cats. His residence, affectionately known as “the Ark,” serves as a sanctuary for cats awaiting their forever homes. Beyond rescuing animals, Calvin is dedicated to educating the public on the importance of responsible pet ownership.𝗙𝗼𝗿 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗶𝗻𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗖𝗮𝗹𝘃𝗶𝗻 '𝗕𝗹𝗮𝗰𝗸 𝗡𝗼𝗮𝗵' 𝗧𝘂𝗰𝗸𝗲𝗿:🐾DONATIONS - https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/socatanimalrescuehttps://linktr.ee/blacknoah1https://www.instagram.com/blacknoah1/...𝗙𝗶𝗻𝗱 𝗟𝗮𝗻𝗮 𝗥𝗲𝗶𝗱 𝗮𝘁:https://linktr.ee/theladylanareid. ..𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗲𝗽𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗱𝗲 𝗮𝗹𝘀𝗼 𝗮𝘃𝗮𝗶𝗹𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗼𝗻:Apple Podcasts - https://apple.co/4019OO6Amazon Music - https://bit.ly/41UlLI2iHeart Radio - https://ihr.fm/3BOmdx4Pandora - https://bit.ly/3CezvD8Spotify - https://spoti.fi/40eoPxr🔔 Want to be a guest or have a guest idea? 📝 GUEST SUBMISSION FORM: https://forms.gle/owz3k5i3xpwzsEZs6#BlackMenMatter #dopeblackness #blackexcellence #celebrateblackmen #amplifyblackvoices #AnimalRescue #FosterAnimals #ShelterPets #AdoptDontShop"The Male Perspective" is hosted by Lana Reid, the founder of Conversations in Color, a nonprofit 501(c)3 grassroots organization dedicated to providing uplifting and community building spaces of dialogue for Black voices.

In this episode of "The Male Perspective," Lana sits down with Ronald Smith—high school teacher, self-published author, and CEO of the Impact Organization. Ronald explains how the Impact Organization is dedicated to supporting young people and their socioemotional learning, college and career opportunities. Through programs like “Saturday Empowerment School” and “Parents Support & School Check Ins,” his organization delivers mentorship and essential skills that pave the way for students' success.𝗙𝗼𝗿 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗶𝗻𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗥𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹𝗱 𝗦𝗺𝗶𝘁𝗵:https://organizedimpact.orghttps://www.facebook.com/Impactthevillagehttps://www.instagram.com/impactthevillage...𝗙𝗶𝗻𝗱 𝗟𝗮𝗻𝗮 𝗥𝗲𝗶𝗱 𝗮𝘁:https://linktr.ee/theladylanareid. ..𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗲𝗽𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗱𝗲 𝗮𝗹𝘀𝗼 𝗮𝘃𝗮𝗶𝗹𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗼𝗻:Apple Podcasts -https://apple.co/4019OO6Amazon Music - https://bit.ly/41UlLI2iHeart Radio - https://ihr.fm/3BOmdx4Pandora -https://bit.ly/3CezvD8Spotify -https://spoti.fi/40eoPxr🔔 Want to be a guest or have a guest idea? 📝 GUEST SUBMISSION FORM:https://forms.gle/owz3k5i3xpwzsEZs6#BlackMenMatter #dopeblackness #blackexcellence #celebrateblackmen #amplifyblackvoices #MentorshipMatters #SocioEmotionalLearning #EmpoweringYouth #BuildingFutureLeaders"The Male Perspective" is hosted by Lana Reid, the founder of Conversations in Color, a nonprofit 501(c)3 grassroots organization dedicated to providing uplifting and community building spaces of dialogue for Black voices.

In this episode of "The Male Perspective," Lana sits down with Kardell Sims—Author, Speaker and Re-Entry Consultant. In his work as a dedicated Re-Entry Consultant and Strategist, Kardell shares his insights on the importance of preparing individuals for life after incarceration. He advocates for transformative programming within prisons, emphasizing that the journey to successful reentry starts long before release. 𝗙𝗼𝗿 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗶𝗻𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗞𝗮𝗿𝗱𝗲𝗹𝗹 𝗦𝗶𝗺𝘀: https://www.kardellsims.com/ https://www.facebook.com/IamKardellSims https://www.instagram.com/iamkardellsims https://www.tiktok.com/@iamkardellsims https://www.youtube.com/@iamkardellsims . . . 𝗙𝗶𝗻𝗱 𝗟𝗮𝗻𝗮 𝗥𝗲𝗶𝗱 𝗮𝘁: https://linktr.ee/theladylanareid .  . . 𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗲𝗽𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗱𝗲 𝗮𝗹𝘀𝗼 𝗮𝘃𝗮𝗶𝗹𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗼𝗻: Apple Podcasts - https://apple.co/4019OO6 Amazon Music - https://bit.ly/41UlLI2 iHeart Radio - https://ihr.fm/3BOmdx4 Pandora - https://bit.ly/3CezvD8 Spotify - https://spoti.fi/40eoPxr 🔔 Want to be a guest or have a guest idea? 📝 GUEST SUBMISSION FORM: https://forms.gle/owz3k5i3xpwzsEZs6 #BlackMenMatter #dopeblackness #blackexcellence #celebrateblackmen #amplifyblackvoices #LifeAfterIncarceration #ReentrySupport #IncarcerationReform #ReentryJourney "The Male Perspective" is hosted by Lana Reid, the founder of Conversations in Color, a nonprofit 501(c)3 grassroots organization dedicated to providing uplifting and community building spaces of dialogue for Black voices.

In this episode of "The Male Perspective," Lana chats with Kherwin Nurse, a Digital Marketing Strategist and Founder of Aurescents. Kherwin has created a unique collection of candles that celebrates modern culture, with scents that reflect the spaces they are designed for and the ambiance they create. He also shares insights into the crafting process of Aurescents' handmade candles and provides guidance on how to maintain them for prolonged use. 𝗙𝗼𝗿 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗶𝗻𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗞𝗵𝗲𝗿𝘄𝗶𝗻 𝗡𝘂𝗿𝘀𝗲: https://www.aurescents.com/ https://www.facebook.com/Aurescents https://www.instagram.com/Aurescents https://www.pinterest.com/aurescents/ . . . 𝗙𝗶𝗻𝗱 𝗟𝗮𝗻𝗮 𝗥𝗲𝗶𝗱 𝗮𝘁: https://linktr.ee/theladylanareid .  . . 𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗲𝗽𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗱𝗲 𝗮𝗹𝘀𝗼 𝗮𝘃𝗮𝗶𝗹𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗼𝗻: Apple Podcasts - https://apple.co/4019OO6 Amazon Music - https://bit.ly/41UlLI2 iHeart Radio - https://ihr.fm/3BOmdx4 Pandora - https://bit.ly/3CezvD8 Spotify - https://spoti.fi/40eoPxr 🔔 Want to be a guest or have a guest idea? 📝 GUEST SUBMISSION FORM: https://forms.gle/owz3k5i3xpwzsEZs6 #BlackMenMatter #dopeblackness #blackexcellence #celebrateblackmen #amplifyblackvoices #blackentrepreneur #blackownedbusiness #candelovers #candleshop "The Male Perspective" is hosted by Lana Reid, the founder of Conversations in Color, a nonprofit 501(c)3 grassroots organization dedicated to providing uplifting and community building spaces of dialogue for Black voices.

In this episode of "The Male Perspective," Lana sits down with Marcus Williams, the visionary behind Impressive Travels. His agency specializes in creating unforgettable journeys that highlight both luxury and leisure. With a dedication to redefining travel, Marcus's award-winning services focus on crafting lasting memories. He is committed to every aspect of the journey, offering personalized travel packages, flexible payment plans, and 24/7 customer support to ensure a smooth travel experience. 𝗙𝗼𝗿 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗶𝗻𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗰𝘂𝘀 𝗪𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗶𝗮𝗺𝘀: http://www.impressivetravels.com https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100006447513438 https://www.instagram.com/impressivetravels/ . . . 𝗙𝗶𝗻𝗱 𝗟𝗮𝗻𝗮 𝗥𝗲𝗶𝗱 𝗮𝘁: https://linktr.ee/theladylanareid .  . . 𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗲𝗽𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗱𝗲 𝗮𝗹𝘀𝗼 𝗮𝘃𝗮𝗶𝗹𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗼𝗻: Apple Podcasts - https://apple.co/4019OO6 Amazon Music - https://bit.ly/41UlLI2 iHeart Radio - https://ihr.fm/3BOmdx4 Pandora - https://bit.ly/3CezvD8 Spotify - https://spoti.fi/40eoPxr 🔔 Want to be a guest or have a guest idea? 📝 GUEST SUBMISSION FORM: https://forms.gle/owz3k5i3xpwzsEZs6 #BlackMenMatter #dopeblackness #blackexcellence #celebrateblackmen #blacktravelagent #blackentrepreneur #travelinfluencer #travelblogger "The Male Perspective" is hosted by Lana Reid, the founder of Conversations in Color, a nonprofit 501(c)3 grassroots organization dedicated to providing uplifting and community building spaces of dialogue for Black voices.

𝗙𝗘𝗔𝗧𝗨𝗥𝗘𝗗 𝗦𝗘𝗥𝗜𝗘𝗦: The Men of Iota Phi Theta Fraternity, Inc. 𝗧𝗛𝗜𝗦 𝗪𝗘𝗘𝗞 Beta Sigma Omega Alumni Chapter Evanston, Illinois Chartered in 2009 This episode of "The Male Perspective" features Bro. Kendric Johnson, the chapter’s current Polaris, and Bro. Carlos Garrido, one of the charter members of the chapter. As the chapter sees an influx of new members and expands its presence in Evanston, they highlight the ongoing community service efforts of Beta Sigma Omega, through local and national initiatives of Iota Phi Theta Fraternity, Inc. For more information on Beta Sigma Omega: https://www.facebook.com/BSOIotas https://www.instagram.com/bso_iotas/ https://www.facebook.com/groups/294578930971 . . . On September 19, 1963, at Morgan State College (now Morgan State University), 12 students founded what is now the nation's fifth largest, predominately African-American social service fraternity: The Iota Phi Theta Fraternity, Incorporated. The Honorable Founders of Iota Phi Theta were: Albert Hicks, Lonnie Spruill, Jr., Charles Briscoe, Frank Coakley, John Slade, Barron Willis, Webster Lewis, Charles Brown, Lewis Hudnell, Charles Gregory, Elias Dorsey, Jr., and Michael Williams. …many of these men were what are now referred to as "Non-Traditional Students" and were 3-5 years older than the average college student. Gregory, Willis, and Brown were all service veterans, and Brown, Hicks, and Briscoe were married with small children. Of this group of 12, several were also working full-time jobs and all were full-time students.   Based upon their ages, heightened responsibilities, and increased level of maturity, this group had a slightly different perspective than the norm for college students. It was this perspective from which they established the Fraternity's purpose, “The development and perpetuation of Scholarship, Leadership, Citizenship, Fidelity, and Brotherhood among Men.” Additionally, they conceived the Fraternity's motto, "Building a Tradition, Not Resting Upon One!” (https://iotaphitheta.org) #BlackMenMatter #BlackMenAreDope #BlackCulture #DopeBlackness #IotaPhiThetaFraternityInc #IotaPhiTheta #Iotas #IPT1963 #IotaMen "The Male Perspective" is hosted by Lana Reid, the founder of ⁠Conversations in Color⁠, a nonprofit 501(c)3 grassroots organization dedicated to providing uplifting and community building spaces of dialogue for Black voices.

𝗙𝗘𝗔𝗧𝗨𝗥𝗘𝗗 𝗦𝗘𝗥𝗜𝗘𝗦: The Men of Iota Phi Theta Fraternity, Inc. 𝗧𝗛𝗜𝗦 𝗪𝗘𝗘𝗞 Sigma Omega Alumni Chapter New Orleans, Louisiana Chartered in 1980 This episode of "The Male Perspective" features Bro. Walter Dixson IV and Bro. Jamaal Jackson, the Polaris and Vice Polaris of the Sigma Omega chapter. As leadership for their chapter, they discuss the notable expansion of Iota Phi Theta Fraternity, Inc. membership in their area in recent years, along with highlighting several community partnerships in New Orleans that offer vital services, including back-to-school supply drives, youth storytime programs, and food collection efforts for local food banks. For more information on Sigma Omega: https://www.facebook.com/SigmaOmegaAlumni https://www.instagram.com/neworleansiota . . . On September 19, 1963, at Morgan State College (now Morgan State University), 12 students founded what is now the nation's fifth largest, predominately African-American social service fraternity: The Iota Phi Theta Fraternity, Incorporated. The Honorable Founders of Iota Phi Theta were: Albert Hicks, Lonnie Spruill, Jr., Charles Briscoe, Frank Coakley, John Slade, Barron Willis, Webster Lewis, Charles Brown, Lewis Hudnell, Charles Gregory, Elias Dorsey, Jr., and Michael Williams. …many of these men were what are now referred to as "Non-Traditional Students" and were 3-5 years older than the average college student. Gregory, Willis, and Brown were all service veterans, and Brown, Hicks, and Briscoe were married with small children. Of this group of 12, several were also working full-time jobs and all were full-time students.   Based upon their ages, heightened responsibilities, and increased level of maturity, this group had a slightly different perspective than the norm for college students. It was this perspective from which they established the Fraternity's purpose, “The development and perpetuation of Scholarship, Leadership, Citizenship, Fidelity, and Brotherhood among Men.” Additionally, they conceived the Fraternity's motto, "Building a Tradition, Not Resting Upon One!” (https://iotaphitheta.org) #BlackMenMatter #BlackMenAreDope #BlackCulture #DopeBlackness #IotaPhiThetaFraternityInc #IotaPhiTheta #Iotas #IPT1963 #IotaMen"The Male Perspective" is hosted by Lana Reid, the founder of ⁠Conversations in Color⁠, a nonprofit 501(c)3 grassroots organization dedicated to providing uplifting and community building spaces of dialogue for Black voices.

𝗙𝗘𝗔𝗧𝗨𝗥𝗘𝗗 𝗦𝗘𝗥𝗜𝗘𝗦: The Men of Iota Phi Theta Fraternity, Inc. 𝗧𝗛𝗜𝗦 𝗪𝗘𝗘𝗞 Delta Omicron Undergrad Chapter West Lafayette, Indiana Chartered in 1999 This episode of "The Male Perspective" features Bro. Kamanda Mosongo, the current Vice Polaris of the Purdue Iotas. Now in his senior year, Kamanda is studying Aviation/Airway Management and Operations. He shares insights into how the airline industry and airports are adapting to become more eco-friendly. He also highlights the diverse career paths available to graduates in this field and offers valuable tips for younger college students on how to juggle their studies while fully enjoying the college experience. For more information on Delta Omicron: https://www.instagram.com/purdue_iotas/ https://www.facebook.com/p/Purdue-Centaurs-100064873773095/ . . . On September 19, 1963, at Morgan State College (now Morgan State University), 12 students founded what is now the nation's fifth largest, predominately African-American social service fraternity: The Iota Phi Theta Fraternity, Incorporated. The Honorable Founders of Iota Phi Theta were: Albert Hicks, Lonnie Spruill, Jr., Charles Briscoe, Frank Coakley, John Slade, Barron Willis, Webster Lewis, Charles Brown, Lewis Hudnell, Charles Gregory, Elias Dorsey, Jr., and Michael Williams. …many of these men were what are now referred to as "Non-Traditional Students" and were 3-5 years older than the average college student. Gregory, Willis, and Brown were all service veterans, and Brown, Hicks, and Briscoe were married with small children. Of this group of 12, several were also working full-time jobs and all were full-time students.   Based upon their ages, heightened responsibilities, and increased level of maturity, this group had a slightly different perspective than the norm for college students. It was this perspective from which they established the Fraternity's purpose, “The development and perpetuation of Scholarship, Leadership, Citizenship, Fidelity, and Brotherhood among Men.” Additionally, they conceived the Fraternity's motto, "Building a Tradition, Not Resting Upon One!” (https://iotaphitheta.org) #BlackMenMatter #BlackMenAreDope #BlackCulture #DopeBlackness #IotaPhiThetaFraternityInc #IotaPhiTheta #Iotas #IPT1963 #IotaMen "The Male Perspective" is hosted by Lana Reid, the founder of ⁠Conversations in Color⁠, a nonprofit 501(c)3 grassroots organization dedicated to providing uplifting and community building spaces of dialogue for Black voices.

𝗙𝗘𝗔𝗧𝗨𝗥𝗘𝗗 𝗦𝗘𝗥𝗜𝗘𝗦: The Men of Iota Phi Theta Fraternity, Inc. 𝗧𝗛𝗜𝗦 𝗪𝗘𝗘𝗞 Alpha Alpha Omega Alumni Chapter Indianapolis, Indiana Chartered in 1993 This episode of "The Male Perspective" features Bro. Kevin Getter of the Indy Iotas. The single father of teenagers, Kevin shares his insights on navigating the challenges of parenthood while successfully co-parenting. He emphasizes the importance of including female role models in his children's lives, maintaining open lines of communication with his teens, and being mindful of the mental health needs of the whole family. For more information on Alpha Alpha Omega: https://www.instagram.com/indyiotas . . . On September 19, 1963, at Morgan State College (now Morgan State University), 12 students founded what is now the nation's fifth largest, predominately African-American social service fraternity: The Iota Phi Theta Fraternity, Incorporated. The Honorable Founders of Iota Phi Theta were: Albert Hicks, Lonnie Spruill, Jr., Charles Briscoe, Frank Coakley, John Slade, Barron Willis, Webster Lewis, Charles Brown, Lewis Hudnell, Charles Gregory, Elias Dorsey, Jr., and Michael Williams. …many of these men were what are now referred to as "Non-Traditional Students" and were 3-5 years older than the average college student. Gregory, Willis, and Brown were all service veterans, and Brown, Hicks, and Briscoe were married with small children. Of this group of 12, several were also working full-time jobs and all were full-time students.   Based upon their ages, heightened responsibilities, and increased level of maturity, this group had a slightly different perspective than the norm for college students. It was this perspective from which they established the Fraternity's purpose, “The development and perpetuation of Scholarship, Leadership, Citizenship, Fidelity, and Brotherhood among Men.” Additionally, they conceived the Fraternity's motto, "Building a Tradition, Not Resting Upon One!” (https://iotaphitheta.org) #BlackMenMatter #BlackMenAreDope #BlackCulture #DopeBlackness #IotaPhiThetaFraternityInc #IotaPhiTheta #Iotas #IPT1963 #IotaMen "The Male Perspective" is hosted by Lana Reid, the founder of ⁠Conversations in Color⁠, a nonprofit 501(c)3 grassroots organization dedicated to providing uplifting and community building spaces of dialogue for Black voices.