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Mind Ya Mental Podcast

Oct 1, 2024

Summary

The conversation explores the concept of black identity and the limitations of existing frameworks. It delves into the idea of blackness as a performance and the different responses to racism within the black community. The discussion also touches on the role of agency in black identity development and the...


Sep 24, 2024

Kizzle, founder of Express Yourself Black Men, shares his journey of starting the platform and the top three themes that come up in conversations about black men's mental health: masculinity, emotional expression, and finances. He emphasizes the importance of breaking stereotypes and having positive conversations...


Sep 17, 2024

Dr. Kensa Gunter discusses the unique challenges faced by athletes in the world of sports. These challenges include the intertwining of athletic identity with self-worth, the constant pressure to perform at a high level, the public scrutiny and dehumanization of athletes, and the loneliness that can come from feeling...


Sep 10, 2024

The conversation explores the importance of friendships and the shifts that can occur within them. Minaa B discusses the concept of growing together in friendships and the need for new language and tools to navigate these relationships. She emphasizes the importance of recognizing the spectrum of friendships...


Sep 3, 2024

In this conversation, Dr. Raquel Martin interviews Francesca Ramsey, discussing topics such as social justice, online harassment, and content creation. They touch on the importance of accredited voices in social justice conversations and the challenges of being attacked online. They also discuss the impact of social...