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The Iron Table is a forum where Black men can discuss topics from their perspective. Topics range from relationships, mental health, emotional health, life skills, social awareness, etc. As iron sharpens iron (Proverbs 27:17), the idea is that men sharpen men. The sharpening can happen when men are willing to be transparent and proactive in addressing situations and circumstances that can tear us down when not handled. While this is geared toward men, the topics affect women and the family. As leaders of the home, we need to discuss issues that can be light on the surface but can reveal some profound truths in reality. There are many forums where comedy is used to skirt around issues, and while humor is good and needed, it can often be a crutch. The Iron Table is designed to be the platform on which men are forged into leaders in their homes and personal lives. The Iron Table is a place where the only thing fed is truth.
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Would you know how to navigate the choppy waters if a family member's private life suddenly became very public on a platform like OnlyFans? Join us at the Iron Table, where Bryant, Keith, Danny, and Steve dissect the entangled web of family dynamics and the digital age's adult content platforms. We're not just talking about the shock and the why; we’re peeling back layers on the societal shifts that are redefining employment, privacy, and the very essence of public versus private lives. Our c...
On April 10, 2024, Orenthal James Simpson (OJ) died after dealing with cancer. His achievements in life, Hiesman, NFL, TV, film, all took a backseat as the world watched in horror as be was being charged with the killing of his ex-wife and another man. His slow-speed chase even preempted the NBA Playoffs that year. I can remember as I sat riveted watching the O.J. Simpson verdict unfold, the collective exhale of a nation grappling with race and justice was palpable. That moment, s...
When the everyday chaos of fatherhood meets the ironclad bonds of brotherhood, you know you're in for a treat. Join the brothers, minus our beloved Danny, for a heartwarming and occasionally side-splitting romp through the potholes and triumphs of parenting, the costs of daycare that leave us with lighter wallets and heavier hearts, and the quest to maintain our essence within the whirlwind of family life. We're serving up slices of life, and while Danny's absence is felt, his spirit is with ...
Have you ever found yourself yearning for the simpler times when relationships unfolded in the analog world? Together with my brothers Keith, Danny, and Steve, we're pulling up a chair at the iron table to dissect the convoluted ways social media has redefined our connections with one another. From the haunting grip of past relationships that refuse to fade into the digital ether to the voyeuristic habits social media engenders, we're laying it all on the table.This heart-to-heart takes a tur...
Have you ever stood at the crossroads of patriotism and cultural identity and wondered where you fit in? That's the heart of our Black History Month episode, where we, Bryant, Keith, Danny, and Steve, gather at the Iron Table to stir up a rich dialogue blend, celebrating black men's resilience and diversity. Anchoring our conversation in personal experiences and the nuances of our identities, we dissect the cultural reverberations of Usher's Super Bowl performance and the complex dance of fam...
Ever caught yourself chuckling over your own botched New Year's resolution? You're in good company at The Iron Table, where we swap tales of resolutions gone awry and the comical trials we endure. Imagine navigating the temptations of Facebook Marketplace or the siren call of pepperoni pizza while trying to stay true to our healthier ambitions. We've been there, and in this episode, we're baring it all - the missteps, the mishaps, and the strategies we've crafted to dodge those all-too-famili...
Who decides how our culture should be? And why is it that wealth has become more important than cultural identity in our society? This is the kind of introspective discussion we, your hosts Bryant, Keith, Danny, and Steve, will have in today's episode. Exploring our personal experiences - we'll share how these encounters have reshaped our perspectives, leading us to question the societal shift in values and its impact on us all.Imagine living in a world where the media didn't dictate so...
In this episode of The Iron Table, we talk about roles within marriage and how it's easy to get into specific roles and gender norms. A man typically is to provide and protect, but what if the woman is putting herself in harm's way time and time again? Just as a woman is typically the nurturing caregiver, what if her man tends to ignore suggestions and keeps getting sick?We discuss gender norms in relationships and dating. Oh, and we answer whether a man can be the little spoon in bed.....
Recently, a video spread on social media about a woman and a man who ran into a problem on their first date. They approached a restaurant, and the woman felt she was above said restaurant based on her appearance and who she was. The gentleman explained that he had other plans that fell through because of her timeliness in getting ready. This was their first date. This was all over social media, and while it was a fictitious dramatization, this happens a lot. There are two sides to this story:...
When you think of teams, what comes to mind? We tend to think about sports and how a team comprises more than one individual. Team sports include Tennis, Basketball, Baseball, Football, Soccer, etc. The common theme is there is more than one person involved. Do teammates always get along all day, every day... No. Do they get on each other's nerves from time-to-time...yes!Yet, throughout the highs and lows, they still are working towards a common goal... winning. Do they always win ...
Today, young boys are bombarded with the media, portraying them as threats as early as the 3rd grade. Society has shown them few alternatives outside of prison and the grave. The media has such a hold on them that when someone who cares approaches them with concern, they instantly get aggressive and defensive. For some, they are doomed from the start. What is missing? What is needed to stop the cycle of dysfunction?Men. Not just any type of man. What ...
Why is it that when a person of color makes a mistake, it's like we all made it? When we take one step forward and are "Almost There," something happens, and we are back at the starting line. Why is it that other groups who do that don't get ridiculed or scrutinized like us?The previous week there was an incident where some claimed to have been abducted and were missing for a couple of days, only to return, and so many questions were left unanswered. In this episode, we discuss that inci...
This is an Iron Table Short, a nugget of truth for everyday use. Dating has changed from the days of drive-in movies, walks in the park, skating, and going to a house party. The activities have morphed into expensive meals costing $50 a plate, concert tickets, and lavish activities. Often, men have to do this on the first date! Yet what does it get you? Men are now diminishing themselves and their value outside of their bank accounts. They are going deep into credit debt for what? This episod...
Fighting. We've all fought or seen a fight at school, on the playground, and, unfortunately, sometimes at home. Usually, fights are the result of miscommunication. It would be nice if fights were only on TV; however, that is not life.Miscommunication has its roots. It goes back further than your relationship, your parent's relationship, and your parents-parents' relationship. In this brief episode, the origins of miscommunications are revealed. Just know THIS fight isn't about YOU, yet we all...
Recently, I started to look into the option of going solar for energy use. There are a lot of benefits to going solar, the effects on the environment, potential utility savings, etc. There are also negatives to going solar. It may not be for everyone. In doing the research, sitting through presentations, and going through the facts and figures, I realized that there was a life lesson learned in the phases of going through the process. This is an Iron Table Short, a five to fifteen-m...
The great Scottish Poet Robert Burns once said, "The best-laid plans of mice and men sometimes go awry." So did one of our frequent guests of The Iron Table. In this episode, Bryant & Keith try to cheer up their friend Danny, who is stuck at the airport (he flew Spirit), with a random conversation about Top 5s. Will their tactics work? Will Danny "eventually" get to his destination? For those answers and more, tune in!
When was the last time you heard or felt that you were enough? Do you think that your value is only in what you offer? Do you have a community that pours into you? Do you have someone that is pulling for you? Do you have someone that is pushing you in the right direction? It's hard sometimes to feel that you are worthy of love, that you deserve someone's love. It's easy to think that your only value is determined by how others see you. Well, that's not the case. This episode discusses if...
We've come to the last episode of 2022. It's been an incredible year. We are grateful that you have stood with us for two years. This episode brings to the table two women who have stood by our sides and supported this venture. It's interesting who this is Season 2, Episode 14. 2/14, or February 14th, is recognized as Valentine's Day, the day the world recognizes love. However, we wanted to end the year on this very topic - "Black Love." They have challenged, supported, believed in, and ...
A friend once told me that back in the day, boys were told to avoid two things: Girls and Guns. We weren't told why and now look at society. Men are running around with a lack of information on girls, and they are running around with little to no information on guns. We are left to fend for ourselves from the types of firearms, ways to obtain guns, gun safety, and local laws legally. How good has that job been? The media has saturated our community with wrong depictions of African Americans o...
"Cancel Culture," as defined by Merriam-Webster, is the practice or tendency of engaging in mass canceling to express disapproval and exert social pressure.Cancel Culture first hit the mainstream in the late 2010s, becoming the norm in the early 2020s. It happens when a person states an opinion or viewpoint that goes against the norm. It may even offend a group that uses its influence to reduce the person's influence, finances, and popularity. Yet why is there even a cancel culture? Does...
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