James Harris was supposed to be just another statistic in the foster care system. At the age of sixteen, he decided the best plan for his future was to emancipate himself and take control of his life so he could be the support system for his siblings who he was separated from when they entered the Virginia foster care system. Today, Tedx speaker, husband, and father James Harris goes Man to Man with David to discuss how he took the necessary steps to heal his child hood trauma by educating himself about mental health. He discusses how this played a huge part in how he created his program, Men to Heal, that helps other black men to be vulnerable so they can have autonomy over their feelings.

Knowledge, plain and simple, is POWER! Being informed about todays society is essential, and can be the difference between thriving or just getting by. James Nicholas Kinney is one who chose to survive, learn and thrive when the universe gave him a choice that he couldn't say no too. Now, he's here to go Man to Man with David to discuss how he pulled himself out of a very deep depression and battled his agoraphobia after almost losing his life. Listen as Americas Mental Health Motivator speaks on how you can change your life just by reading, meditating and so much more.

What do you do when you lose it all? When you think you know your life plan, and then suddenly that changes? Dominic Lawson knows all about change and loss. He wouldn't tell you that there is some magical cure all on the other side. What you would learn from him, is that he is a man of service, a man who loves his community, and a champion of mental health who is STILL on his own journey. Through storytelling, he is finding his own healing AND success. In going Man to Man with David, Dominic shares about growing up in the Lamar Terrace projects in Memphis, Tennessee, his time in the Army, and being an Angel parent, but they also share what it means to find the joy in the margins.

Get your air horns ready because today, David goes man to man with actor, producer, husband, father and of course New Yorker, Alimi Ballard. David and Alimi dive into why he credits his mother as the most influential person in his early life and how he takes those lessons and teaches them to his children so they have the tools to navigate a world, that can be very cruel, with grace, confidence, and humility as a young person of color.

Narcissism is defined as a selfcentered personality style characterized as having an excessive preoccupation with oneself and ones own needs, often at the expense of others. Sometimes people want a narcissist to be more engaged in the things going on around them rather than themselves. What happens when a narcissist decides to seek the genuine help they need to be become a better man for the people around them? David goes Man to Man with Lee Hammock a selfaware narcissist who chose to do the work and go to therapy to be a better partner and father. Now, Lee inspires others through his podcast Baldy and the Beast, TIKTOK, Facebook and other social media platforms to be honest with your self and do the work, not just for others but for you!

Forgiveness is something we all struggle with. However, studies have found that the act of forgiveness can reap huge rewards for your health, lowering the risk of heart attack improving cholesterol levels and sleep and reducing pain, blood pressure, and levels of anxiety, depression and stress. Today, David is going Man to Man with an influencer, father, and skateboarder who knows all about the power of forgiveness, Lheighton Cook. The two talk about what it took for him to forgive his father. The importance of it on one's mental health, and how it all ties into being the man he is today.

As we all know, being different than what people think Black men should be gets you straight mocked, being vulnerable is not something we expect from Black men. Whether that comes from wearing feminine colors, not being fit, to enjoying certain hobbies, there are some things that Black men avoid because they don't want to be talked about. For body positive, model and NAACP Image Award nominated author Kelvin Davis, that was an afterthought. He's been rocking his style since childhood. As a girl dad and a dapper gentleman Kelvin spreads joy just by being him, but where does he pull his confidence from? David and Kelvin go Man to Man to discuss not only where he pulls his confidence from, but societal standards for men, body positivity, and health.

Welcome back fam! Today David goes man to man with an actor, and comedian but also a father and overall good dude Jermaine Fowler. The two discuss how comedy was truly a way for Jermaine to make something of himself when everything seemed hopeless, how much of one's self it takes to make others laugh, and the intersection of religion and wellness.

Today we are starting out Black History Month right with this brother right here! Hosea Chanchez is an actor and producer who has been in the entertainment industry for over 20 years and is probably best known for his role in The Game which you can catch on Paramount but his talents don't stop there Hosea is also a passionate advocate for mental health awareness and support within the Black community. As David and Hosea sit down for a chat on what's happening in The Game, his wishes for Malik, and he reveals something he's never shared before.

If you know anything about these Black Love streets, then you know Sean Patrick Thomas is a favorite around here. He's a loving husband, a great dad, and a phenomenal actor, and today he's sitting with David to talk about Till the heartbreaking true story of the historic lynching of 14yearold Emmett Till through the eyes of his mother Mamie TillMobley in which he plays Gene Mobley. David and Sean chat about what if any similarities he finds he has with Gene Mobley. Plus are there any parallels in what Mamie taught Emmitt and what he's trying to instill in his children? Plus listen in to hear how his routine helps keep him on track with his wellness goals. Sean is an amazing brother who just gets it, and this is a conversation that has gems all the way through!

Hey Black Love fam! Today David is back with a legend in the music game. He has worked with all the big names like Kanye and Rihanna and a bunch more, but he is also an entrepreneur, a family man, and a brand new author. We're talking about Benny Pough! Benny is back to talk about his new book On Impact which is full of lessons on living a life of impact, rising through the leadership ranks, and having to overcome a neardeath car crash that almost took it all. It is a testament to not only his perseverance and his life journey, but how he values success and his mission to help uplift others. Listen in as he shares more of how he got to this place in his life where he's trying to find his new version of success, what true wellness is to him, and what motivates him to keep going.

It's International Podcast Day and we're celebrating a full year of Man to Man with a conversation on toxic masculinity. What is it? Is it really an issue or is it some buzzword? We brought in two brothers to have a conversation about masculinity in all forms, but especially centered around being Black men Karega Bailey, artist, educator, and angel father, and King Jay Barnett, author, speaker, and mental health therapist. Perhaps more important than the question of what is toxic masculinity is how do we acknowledge behavior that is toxic that seems to be consistently perpetrated by men? Honestly, there are so many questions and points asked that this is only one piece of the framework necessary for healing. But we have to start somewhere and this is a great start with two phenomenal brothers.

Ray Singleton is a lot of things, but you might know him as America's Husband. He first stole a lot of hearts as he started sharing his wife, Roslyn's, cancer journey. Or You might have met him for the first time on the latest season of Black Love Doc. OR This might be your first introduction to Ray in which case you are late to the party! Ray is positivity personified. David and Ray discuss just how masculinity intertwines with being more than being a provider, how Roslyn has helped him grow as a man, and how happiness is key to his life.

Steve Harris is a multihyphenate to the nth degree. He's a producer, an entrepreneur, an Emmy winner, a documentarian, a network executive, and he and David happened to cross paths at his latest project, Sneakertopia. But perhaps just as interesting as all the things that Steve has managed to do and create and work on, are the paths he had to take to get there. From his early days at Howard University, to being a young father and navigating college and parenthood at the same time, to trying to chase a dream and rejection, Steve has experienced it all. Plus how has all of this tied into his own wellness journey and making time and finding balance with doing everything and doing what you need to do for yourself?

David is back with Bryan to finish their conversation and this round they're going into more of what exactly Bryan does as an ICF Accredited Leadership Coach. Surprisingly enough, leadership is so much more than just the being the person in charge. It encompasses a doubt, and stress, and performances and humility and want. Listen in as Bryan and David reflect on their growth, development and what their journey from adolescence to manhood has looked like for them.

Sometimes you just have to chop it up with an old friend. This week David is going Man to Man with Bryan Winston who is not only an old friend, but an ICF Accredited Leadership Coach, NLP Master Practitioner Ericksonian Hypnosis Practitioner. Listen in as the two discuss the meaning of masculinity in today's world, how fatherhood has helped shaped them today, and how doing things well is so much different than just doing.

What's it like to go from nothing, to everything, back to nothing and finally living your best version of you? From a near death experience as a child to modeling and record deals, to prison, nothing about Garrain Jones' story is typical. Most stories like his do not have a happy ending. So what makes Garrain different? Listen in as he shares his story and the one thing that truly changed his life. Plus Garrain gives us the inside scoop on Artist Power and how we all need to be investing in ourselves.

It's not every day you get to chat with a man who is known as Mr. Hype. Adedayo Dayo Kosoko is a photographer, and creator who exudes joy. Everyone who has met him, or worked with him knows that Dayo is going to bring it all the way up. In this conversation David and Dayo chat about what it means to be a first generation American, repping for his people, and the joy that is Black joy.

In this episode David goes Man to Man with the founder of Fit Men Cook, Kevin Curry. The two discuss how mental health led to a wellness revolution, how religion in the Black community can make it hard to transition to mindfulness, and how your mama's sweet potato pie isn't that special.

Against all odds. That's what you'll be thinking after hearing Chris Slate's story. The fitness coach and wellness specialist has been through so much to get to where he is today. Listen in as he shares how he arrived at his now, how he is always evolving, and the intersection of mental wellness always crosses with physical wellness.

Black Men Heal. Today David is going Man to Man with a man who went through his own transformation to lead to where he is today. Darian Hall is the cofounder of HealHaus, a wellness space in Brooklyn NY, and online. But, just like a lot of Black men, Darian wasn't always on this path. It wasn't until he was talking to his group of friends that he realized the need for spaces for Black folks to heal. Listen in as David and Darian talk wellness in all its forms and how HealHaus has helped Darian grow in his own healing journey.

Working while Black. We all know what it can be like navigating the workforce while trying to be our authentic selves. From our names to our hair, we often find ourselves having to hide or change pieces of who we are. Enter Walter Gainer II. As a young man with locs, he had some anxiety about graduating college and having to search for work. Would he face discrimination? What were other Black professionals saying? As it turned out, there wasn't a bunch of information out there for him. This implored Walter to go out and find it. Listen in as Walt shares his story and what he's found out along his journey. Plus, how his hair journey led him into the LinkedIn Accelerator program.

David goes Man to Man with filmmaker, producer, and former proathlete Spencer Paysinger! David and Spencer dive into what masculinity looks like for him, and if that's changed over the years. Plus the last time these two spoke Spencer was getting ready to start therapy, and he shares what a year of that has looked like. The two also chat about how much his identity in football has manifested differently in his current life.

David goes Man to Man with writer and filmmaker Kevin Arbouet. As a newly single man, Kevin shares what dating has looked like for him after being off the market for 17 years. He's definitely got some tips for us if you're trying to get into the world of online dating. Plus, he shares his personal philosophies about masculinity which made David pause for a second. Also, how and why did he get into and out of the True Love podcast of it all? This is a conversation that truly touches on all things masculinity.

In this OG episode from the IG Live days, David goes Man to Man with Chance Brown. In this conversation that took place right after the season 5 premiere of Black Love Doc June 2021, David and Chance chat about what sacrifices had to be made for his marriage, what his wellness routine looks like, what's next postretirement and manhood

In this OG episode from the IG Live days, David goes Man to Man with stylist Jason Bolden and interior designer Adair Curtis. In this conversation that took place right after the season 5 premiere of Black Love Doc June 2021, David and Jason Adair chat about becoming new dads this was a week after they welcomed their little one! , how their views of masculinity will or won't play into how they raise their son, selfcare and wellness for Black Men

David goes Man to Man with singer and MultiPlatinum and Grammynominated songwriter Jared Cotter. Listen in as Jared and David discuss what masculinity looks like when raising kids and how Jared's views of masculinity have evolved with the arrival of Kaia Love. Plus we finally hear his version of events when his now wife, Melanie Fiona, broke up with him. Clearly that worked itself out! This is a conversation about masculinity, the evolution of one's self, and fatherhood that you don't want to miss.

Today David goes Man to Man again with media personality and chef Seth Brundle! Listen in to learn how Seth's father influenced his views on masculinity, how he made the transition from fashion to food ! and more. Plus, listen in as Seth and David discuss what masculinity looks like when one is also trying to dismantle their own internal biases, and the effects it has on their own parenting. Plus, how Seth navigated working in the style industry as a cisgender straight man, and what convinced him to transition to a career in food.

Today David goes Man to Man again with Mr Ocho system himself, Joe Holder! Listen in to find out about Joe's story to wellness, his nonprofit System of Service and more.

Today David goes Man to Man again with the halfman, half amazing Anthony Clark! Listen in to find out about Anthony's monthlong trip to Ghana and how it has changed how he sees love, community, and himself.

Today David goes Man to Man with a Black Love Doc favorite. The half man, half amazing Anthony Clark! Listen in to find out how we can find a balance between the need to be tough and our higher selves.

In this OG Man to Man from the IG Live days, David goes Man to Man with father, husband, and host of The Shady Bunch Charles Kuykendoll. The two discuss couples therapy, legacy, and what masculinity looks like now that they're parents.

David goes Man to Man with father, life performance coach, and mixed martial artist Garnett Strother to discuss fitness and life performance, fatherhood, and how being raised in a household by women shaped him into the man he is today.

David goes Man to Man with Hope Dealer and musician MAJOR. to discuss depression, vulnerability, inspiration, Imposter Syndrome and how each of those things have shaped him into the man he is today.

David goes Man to Man with father, musician and Black Love Doc favorite Karega Bailey to discuss grief, pregnancy and infant loss, and how each of those things have brought him to this moment in his life.

David goes Man to Man with NFL player turned therapist, a speaker, and author King Jay Barnett. Jay is back to talk about his definition of masculinity, his love of flowers yup!, and his new bookjournal Just Heal Bro. Jay drops nothing but gems all throughout the conversation as the too discuss worthiness, the value of reflection, and how men can move forward in their healing journeys.

David goes Man to Man with one of the most successful record executives in the music industry, entrepreneur, real estate investor and now author Benny Pough. Listen in as Benny shares the one event that would shift his entire life upside down. What do you do when you have to start from step one when you have practically already won the race? David and Benny go deep into the mental strength needed to navigate spaces that are unfamiliar to you, and how to maximize your day to day in order to keep your peace and more.

David goes Man to Man with actor, author, and executive producer of All the Queens Men, Christian Keyes. When David first went Man to Man with Christian, they discussed the value of being valued, the impact of childhood traumas, the power of forgiveness and releasing blame, his selflove tool kit, and what he's looking for in his wife. This go around, the two talk about moving forward, how to work on yourself to become the best version of yourself, and his new BET Series All the Queens Men!

This week David goes Man to Man with health fitness expert Shawn Stevenson. David aka Shawn's 1 fan and Shawn get real about masculinity, how health is much more than eating well, and how Shawn's own past set him on this path to help others. Make sure you tell another king, or queen, about this conversation because it is not one to miss!

The Black Love Podcast Network presents Man to Man A Wellness Series. A brand new podcast with a focus on Black male wellness. Man to Man serves as a platform for men to get reallife insight directly from notable, successful men who lead with the honesty and vulnerability that Black Love is known for.