365 Brothers - Listening to Black Men

US Army retired Sergeant Major Roy Lewis achieved the pinnacle of military rank in his 36 years of military service. He’s now a Master Fitness Trainer and professional speaker on Leadership development. Grandson to an Alabama sharecropper, son of a hard working Alabaman who was active in the Montgomery Civil Rights protests, Sgt Roy continues a legacy of faith, hard work and service speaking to youth, nonprofits and faith-based organizations. Sgt Roy is also the author of Broken Things. Find out more at http://Speaksgtroy.com. Follow 365 Brothers on IG @365brothers or visit us at 365brothers.com for more info.  Host Rahbin Shyne - IG @365shyne

John Hope Bryant’s book "Financial Literacy for All: Disrupting Struggle, Advancing Financial Freedom and Building a New American Middle Class" debuted at #1 in business books upon its April release on both the USA Today National Bestseller and Publisher’s Weekly’s lists. This book provides the tips and tools to move anyone from making a living to building a financially free life. This interview drips with quotable facts and wisdom.  Mr. Bryant, as Founder, Chairman, and CEO of Operation HOPE, Inc., leads one of the largest non-profits in the United States dedicated to the financial literacy and economic empowerment of Americans– both youth and adults. He’s a prominent thought leader on financial inclusion, economic empowerment and financial dignity and served as an advisor to three past sitting U.S. Presidents from both political parties .   You may want to check out some of his other bestselling titles: The Memo: Five Rules for Your Economic Liberation; How the Poor Can Save Capitalism: Rebuilding the Path to the Middle Class; and LOVE LEADERSHIP: The New Way to Lead in a Fear-Based World. Follow 365 Brothers on IG @365brothers or visit us at 365brothers.com for more info.  Host Rahbin Shyne - IG @365shyne

TJ Bolden has taken to the stage in iconic productions, including Little Shop of Horrors, Rent, and Jesus Christ Superstar. That's to be expected of an accomplished actor, singer and voice-over artist. His dynamic talent has led to extensive touring across the country, captivating audiences with powerful performances. Most recently, TJ's versatility shone through in the acclaimed audio drama Echoes, where he showcased his ability to bring multiple lead characters to life.  We talk about voting for President, the illustrious talent of James Earl Jones, grocery store microaggressions and tree love.  Beyond the stage and microphone, TJ's enthusiasm and commitment to his craft continue to inspire and entertain. Tune in to Tea with TJ Podcast to hear TJ share his journey and life’s insights. Originally from Memphis, TJ has lived in New York City since 2010.  Follow 365 Brothers on IG @365brothers or visit us at 365brothers.com for more info.  Host Rahbin Shyne - IG @365shyne

Over 170 years ago, a white slave owner's brother contested the Will that set Lucy and her descendants free from slavery. She fought him in court and won. Today, her great great great great grandson, Terrence Franklin, is an award winning Wills and Trusts litigation attorneys. While he fights for planned generational wealth and legacy by profession, his passion and mission is to encourage us to take advantage of estate planning to reduce the wealth gap.  From the recounting of his fourth great grandmother’s freedom journey to his attending law school with the Obamas to the Buddhist practices that guide him, this conversation is anything but stuffy. In addition to covering the importance of estate planning, our conversation explores the influence of our ancestors and the process of living true to our passions, preferences and mission.  Terrence has three decades of experience handling trusts, estates and probate litigation, has received numerous awards and is a partner at Sacks Glazier Franklin & Lodise.

Marcus Higgs is a communication coach for business professionals who are parenting preteens. He helps parents effectively show up and connect with their 10- to 14-years-olds during these key formative years, allowing them to secure a relationship that lasts beyond a lifetime.  Our conversation covers the importance of language, communication skills and the importance of authoring and owning the stories we tell ourselves and the stories we cultivate. Having grown up in a diverse home, he especially enjoys supporting families who communicate across generational and cultural divides. He’s also a published poet. Follow 365 Brothers on IG @365brothers or visit us at 365brothers.com for more info.  Host Rahbin Shyne - IG @365shyne

Dr. Fitzroy Dawkins is a Medical Oncologist with over 30 years of experience teaching at Howard University College of Medicine. Throughout his career, he's conducted research in oncology and advocated for clinical trials as a biotech executive. His book Fighting For Survival: Conquering Cancer And The African American Patient provides a roadmap for improving treatment outcomes for African-Americans, particularly related to cancers. He squarely addresses the historical and cultural hesitancy to participate in clinical trials, while exploring the impact this has on treatment options. From the fears and anxieties to the guilt and the denial often accompanied with treating cancer, Dr. Dawkins offers hope and actions to lessen the gap in cancer survival rates specifically, and health-care outcomes generally. Follow 365 Brothers on IG @365brothers or visit us at 365brothers.com for more info.  Host Rahbin Shyne - IG @365shyne

In the four year's since George Floyd's murder we've seen some progress in how policing is done in the United States. The issues underlying the disparate treatment of Black men by police are complex and entrenched. This episode is a newly edited reworking of prior episodes that focused on various guests responses to questions related to experiences with law enforcement. Many brothers have shared positive stories. They are not all negative just as all police are not racist. However the stories compiled in this episode are meant to shine a light on the excessive pattern of stopping Black men. There are two positive stories at the end.

Rickard Jean-Noel is a Fordham University trained Social Worker. He is dedicated to providing social and emotional support services to diverse communities throughout the greater New York City area. His psychotherapeutic work has been mainly with adolescents and young adults, particularly those in minority communities suffering with anxiety, depression, PTSD and the impact of various types of abuse, as well as those struggling with substance use disorders. He is also keenly interested in helping those who have long carried the intersectional psychological burdens of systemic racism, classism, xenophobia, genderism and homophobia, as well as other forms of othering and marginalization. He has been a Clinical Director at a NYC Homeless Shelter and he has worked with HomeBase and their homelessness prevention program. Rickard is the founder of "The Real Word Ministries Inc", a nonprofit charity that assists those living in poverty within the 5 boroughs of New York. Facebook; Instagram. Follow 365 Brothers on IG @365brothers or visit us at 365brothers.com for more info.  Host Rahbin Shyne - IG @365shyne

Ashanti Branch is the Founder and Executive Director of the Ever Forward Club, a non-profit organization dedicated to eliminating the dropout rate through youth mentorship. He has created the award-winning #MillionMaskMovement with 75,000 participants worldwide. He is a recipient of the 2023 US Surgeon General’s Medallion, 4x Tedx speaker, podcaster, and a Fulbright Fellow. His work with youth as an ‘emotional locksmith’ has been featured on CNN with Lisa Ling, and on the Kelly Clarkson Show. Contact Ashanti Branch: LinkedIn.  Instagram.  Facebook. http://www.linkedin.com/company/the-ever-forward-club Follow 365 Brothers on IG @365brothers or visit us at 365brothers.com for more info.  Host Rahbin Shyne - IG @365shyne

Career Transition Coach and Organizational Psychologist Jonathan Dumas knows that work can be fulfilling and helps others make the transition into careers that match their skills, talents and values. He's also lived the transition. His insights on the work aspirations and career context for Millenials and Generation Z. The conversation touches on the power of kindness, the Trump presidency, James Baldwin, Muhammad Ali and so much more. Jonathan offers a variety of resources for anyone considering a career change at https://heyjonathandumas.com/ listen to his podcast or find him on LinkedIn. Follow 365 Brothers on IG @365brothers or visit us at 365brothers.com for more info.  Host Rahbin Shyne - IG @365shyne

Sherman Perryman is an entrepreneur, lifestyle coach and author. His studies at Morehouse College and the USC Ross program in real estate laid the foundation for his ambitions, blending real world savvy with scholarly insight. He was among the entrepreneurs featured in the docuseries Black Business Los Angeles. Raised in Carson and Los Angeles and a contemporary of Nipsey Hussle, Sherman gives a moving recounting of attending the rapper's funeral as well as conveying what made Nipsey Hussle so revered within the community. Sherman's brand, Militant Grind, is all about the practice of becoming a better human being in every aspect. His book, From Grit to Greatness. Harnessing the Five Pillars of the Militant Grind, outlines the basis of his success philosophy and lifestyle coaching. He promotes a balanced life that nurtures mind, body, and soul, embodying a holistic approach to achievement. Find out more at http://Militantgrind.com; IG @Daddywarlocs;  Follow 365 Brothers on IG @365brothers or visit us at 365brothers.com for more info.  Host Rahbin Shyne - IG @365shyne

Mr. Adam Lee Spencer is a sports agent and sports business consultant. He provides his expertise on topics concerning the player, venue, arena, rights holders, marketing, and sponsorship to major sporting organizations, both domestic and international.  His insights on how war has changed our international relationships and on domestic politics are well timed for this elections season. Find Adam Spencer: Website; twitter; Instagram  and LinkedIn Follow 365 Brothers on IG @365brothers or visit us at 365brothers.com for more info.  Host Rahbin Shyne - IG @365shyne

This thought-provoking conversation with Eugene Williams is a deep dive into the events that lift us up and those that break our hearts. Our heroes come in many varieties and we touch on many--from Martin Luther King Jr. to Bill Cosby, Malcolm X to Cornell West. In Eugene's case, his parents were also heroes. His late father an activist that influenced our most recent Super Bowl and mother an aspiring politician. His insights on investing in our youth, valuing one another and the importance of dignity, respect, and understanding will leave you ready to uplift those around you. AI responses can produce inaccurate information about people, places, or facts.     Write to the AI    

A former naval officer, Marvin Dunn is a Professor Emeritus, Department of Psychology at Florida International University, retiring as chairperson of the department in 2006. He has published numerous articles in leading newspapers on race and ethnic relations including the New York Times, the Los Angeles Times, the Orlando Sentinel and the Miami Herald. He is the author of the following books: The History of Florida: Through Black Eyes, CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform (2016), Black Miami in the Twentieth Century, University Press of Florida (1997).  He is the coauthor of This Land is Our Land, California:  University of California Press. (2003) and The Miami Riot of 1980: Crossing the Bounds, Lexington, Massachusetts: D.C. Heath (1984). He has  produced three documentary films including, “Rosewood Uncovered,” documenting the Rosewood Massacre of 1923, “Murder on the Suwanee: The Willie James Howard Story,” and “Black Seminoles in the Bahamas: The Red Bays story” which documents the flight of slaves from Florida escaping to the Bahama Islands in the 1800s. In the wake of the killing of George Floyd, Dunn and other community advocates for racial justice founded the Miami Center for Racial Justice. According to Dunn, “ The Miami Center for Racial Justice will be a beacon in our community. We seek to foster a safe space for dialogue on racial issues, to promote unity, and allow for frank confrontation of the history of racial terror through the examination and preservation of stories of racial terror in Florida.” More at https://www.dunnhistory.com Visit 365 Brothers on Instagram @365brothers and at https://365brothers.com

After working twenty-five years as a successful business banker, Kevin Howard wanted to make a greater impact. In his 50’s, he turned what was a longstanding interest in climate and sustainability into his new career. He earned the highly regarded Sustainability and Climate Risk Certificate from the Global Association of Risk Professionals. Adding this to his business experience and law degree, Kevin formed Climate Changes Everything, a climate risk & sustainability consulting firm.  His book of social commentaries “Onward, At Last,” was recently published by Atmosphere Press and is a clarion call to us all to reconsider the core American virtues of independence, self-interest and competition in order to reconnect to who we really are. More information at http://www.onwardatlast.com. Kevin’s IG ,  FB and LinkedIn. nstagram @365brothers Are you our next guest? - Let's talk. Support us!   365 Brothers on Patreon.  Special thanks to our earliest and consistent supporters, Sonji Walker, Abigail Gonzalez, William C. Hamilton, Jr. and Shedrick Sanders!!! About this podcast: In each episode, a Brother reflects on his life; explores the experience of being a Black man in America; shares his interactions with law enforcement; and answers the signature question "If America was a woman, what would you say to her? You won't find a collection of conversations with Black men like this anywhere else. Hear their wisdom. Be inspired. Host, Rahbin Shyne, is an author, educator, creative and avid half-marathon walker.

Dr. Asare Christian is the founder of Aether Medicine, a medical practice focused on delivering comprehensive and patient-centered care that addresses the underlying causes of pain and disease. With a strong dedication to enhancing the health and well-being of his patients, Dr. Christian brings extensive expertise in musculoskeletal medicine, pain management, and regenerative medicine. https://aethermedicine.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/asare-b-christian-md-mph-aethermedicine/  He is a board-certified physical medicine and rehabilitation physician, with training from renowned institutions such as the Medical College of Wisconsin, Johns Hopkins School of Medicine, Harvard Medical School, and certification in Artificial Intelligence in Healthcare from MIT Sloan School of Management Instagram @365brothers Are you our next guest? - Let's talk. Support us!   365 Brothers on Patreon.  Special thanks to our earliest and consistent supporters, Sonji Walker, Abigail Gonzalez, William C. Hamilton, Jr. and Shedrick Sanders!!! About this podcast: In each episode, a Brother reflects on his life; explores the experience of being a Black man in America; shares his interactions with law enforcement; and answers the signature question "If America was a woman, what would you say to her? You won't find a collection of conversations with Black men like this anywhere else. Hear their wisdom. Be inspired. Host, Rahbin Shyne, is an author, educator, creative and avid half-marathon walker.

Karl Darden is a walking encyclopedia of sports knowledge. While his big boast is hosting Navy Sports Central, his sports acumen is wide and deep. We cover Roberto Clemente, Arthur Ashe, the great NCAA championship match featured in the movie Road to Glory among other influential people in sports history. This conversation is a reminder of the significant role Black athletes have played in highlighting social justice issues here in the United States and abroad. Darden is a graduate of the U.S. Naval Academy and a 20 year Navy veteran who flew helicopters for our Naval forces. Darden’s current mission is to shine a light on the elite Navy athletes who serve it up on the court, on the field, on the track with the same intense determination they bring to serving our nation.  Check out Navy Sports Central and follow on Facebook. Instagram @365brothers Are you our next guest? - Let's talk. Support us!   365 Brothers on Patreon.  About this podcast: In each episode, a Brother reflects on his life; explores the experience of being a Black man in America; shares his interactions with law enforcement; and answers the signature question "If America was a woman, what would you say to her? You won't find a collection of conversations with Black men like this anywhere else. Hear their wisdom. Be inspired. Host, Rahbin Shyne, is an author, educator, creative and avid half-marathon walker. https://www.linkedin.com/in/365brothers/ Huge welcome to Dr. Donna Carey, M.D. joining the 365 Brothers family. And, as always, special thanks to our founding supporters, Sonji Walker, Abigail Gonzalez, William C. Hamilton, Jr. and Shedrick Sanders!!!

Dr. McNeil was named a 2021 Project Voice Voice/AI Pioneer of the Year Finalist for his work creating multicultural voice experiences. His flagship project is called Other America: Your Choice. A first-person interactive audio drama for marginalized communities by marginalized creators on Alexa. The Other America was voted a 2021 Digital Book World Award For Storytelling Voice/AI of the Year Finalist..   His passion project is working with non profits and other organizations to host coding camps, introducing middle school students to coding and conversational design through virtual camps and afterschool program partnerships.   Dr. Paul McNeil founded MB Usable Security, LLC. His team helps clients increase revenue by improving customer retention marketing and product innovation. They use an interdisciplinary CUVE Framework, Voice Applications, Conversational AI, and Digital Transformation/Robotic Process Automation (RPA). http://site.mbusecurity.com/ https://site.onecoolblerd.com/  Instagram @365brothers Are you our next guest? - Let's talk. Support us!   365 Brothers on Patreon.  About this podcast: In each episode, a Brother reflects on his life; explores the experience of being a Black man in America; shares his interactions with law enforcement; and answers the signature question "If America was a woman, what would you say to her? You won't find a collection of conversations with Black men like this anywhere else. Hear their wisdom. Be inspired. Host, Rahbin Shyne, is an author, educator, creative and avid half-marathon walker. https://www.linkedin.com/in/365brothers/ Special thanks to our earliest and consistent supporters, Sonji Walker, Abigail Gonzalez, William C. Hamilton, Jr. and Shedrick Sanders!!!

Dr. James W. Smith was a practicing attorney for approximately ten years in Louisburg, NC and Henderson NC. In a momentary lapse in judgement, he committed a crime that changed the direction of his life. Second chances are real. He served his time and went on to re-establish himself as a pillar of his community. His story provides clues into what’s required to secure the second chances we all seek at some point. Dr. Smith is an alumni of North Carolina Central University and Law School where he earned a Bachelor of Science Degree in Commerce and a Juris Doctorate Degree.  He also earned a Master of Divinity and Doctorate of Ministry Degrees from Andersonville Theological Seminary in Camilla, Georgia.  Presently, Dr. Smith serves on the Executive Committee of the Interdenominational Ministerial Alliance of Durham and Vicinity and the Triangle Steering Committee for HBCU’s.  He is the retired pastor of Mt. Calvary Baptist Church and he is an Inspirational/Motivational SpeakerHe’s published three books including “Deal By Me – Self Evaluation,” and “Come, Let Us Reason Together.” Website: http://www.dealbyme.com;  LinkedIn: Facebook; Instagram Instagram @365brothers Are you our next guest? - Let's talk. Support us!   365 Brothers on Patreon.  About this podcast: In each episode, a Brother reflects on his life; explores the experience of being a Black man in America; shares his interactions with law enforcement; and answers the signature question "If America was a woman, what would you say to her? You won't find a collection of conversations with Black men like this anywhere else. Hear their wisdom. Be inspired. Host, Rahbin Shyne, is an author, educator, creative and avid half-marathon walker. https://365brothers/linktree Special thanks to our earliest and consistent supporters, Sonji Walker, Abigail Gonzalez, William C. Hamilton, Jr. and Shedrick Sanders.

He is passionate about encouraging others to find their purpose and live their passion. Mark Joseph is both an alumni of and current Program Coordinator for the Call Me MiSTER Program of Clemson University which recruits and trains young Black men to become educators in our nation’s schools. His own teaching career began at Westcliffe Elementary in Greenville, South Carolina. He’s also served as both an Elementary and Middle School Assistant Principal; as Founding Principal of an Early College Middle School in his hometown and as an Assistant Professor of Education at Anderson University, a faith-based institution in Anderson, SC. Born and raised in Greenville, South Carolina. He received his bachelor's Degree from Claflin University in Orangeburg, SC and his master's in Administration & Supervision from Clemson University,  Find him on LinkedIn and on Instagram @mstrjoseph Instagram @365brothers Are you our next guest? - Let's talk. Support us!   365 Brothers on Patreon.  Check out Alitu for more ease editing, polishing and publishing your podcast. About this podcast: In each episode, a Brother reflects on his life; explores the experience of being a Black man in America; shares his interactions with law enforcement; and answers the signature question "If America was a woman, what would you say to her? You won't find a collection of conversations with Black men like this anywhere else. Hear their wisdom. Be inspired. Host, Rahbin Shyne, is an author, educator, creative and avid half-marathon walker. https://365brothers/linktree Special thanks to our earliest and consistent supporters, Sonji Walker, Abigail Gonzalez, William C. Hamilton, Jr. and Shedrick Sanders.