Black Men Matter series of The Male Perspective

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.