The Black Fathers' Pulse Podcast

From MTV's "Run's House" to championing mental health advocacy, Joseph "JoJo" Simmons Jr. is changing the narrative for Black men. Discover his inspiring journey of healing and teaching strength through vulnerability in the latest episode of Black Fathers Pulse. You won't want to miss it! 🖤 #VulnerabilityIsStrength #BlackFathers #HipHop #Podcast

🎧 Dive into a powerful episode of #TheBlackFathersPulse with Mike de la Rocha and Dr. Alvin Thomas! Discover the transformative journey of fatherhood, vulnerability, and emotional healing. Join this heartfelt conversation and explore how love and presence shape the future generations. Don't miss the wisdom shared about breaking cycles and fostering genuine connections. 🌟 #FatherhoodReimagined #E...

Join us for an inspiring journey with Charles E. Johnson, a true changemaker who transformed his Englewood upbringing into a platform for community empowerment. In the latest episode of #BlackFathersPulse, Dr. Alvin Thomas unpacks Charles's story of resilience and purpose. Discover how his leadership at SodexoMagic isn't just about business success but fostering real change through economic empowe...

🎨 Explore the journey of Richard McNeil, Chicago's inspiring storyteller through art. On The Black Fathers Pulse podcast, we discuss how his murals are beacons of hope and heroism. Don't miss this powerful conversation! #CommunityArt #HeroesWithin #BlackArt Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/riche_rich_arts/ https://ndigo.com/2020/01/04/up-and-coming-artist-richard-mcneal/  

Experience the powerful story of Jason Campbell today on Black Fathers Pulse! From hosting transformative Father's Flow Yoga sessions at the Obama Presidential Center to mentoring future leaders, Jason's mission is clear: build community, heal families, and create impact. 🌟 Hear how he's leveraging Brand B Sports to guide athletes in making meaningful connections. 🎙️ Get ready to be moved by his...

🌟 What happens when a mentor believes in YOU? Bernard Lyles shares his 40-year legacy of building futures and breaking barriers in Chicago. Hear the impact on #BlackFathersPulse podcast. Don't miss this inspirational conversation! 🎙️ #Inspiration #ChicagoLegacy  https://www.tri-masters.net/ https://www.triathlete.com/culture/people/trispo-bernard-lyles-is-changing-young-lives-through-triathlon/ h...

New Episode Alert This is probably the most fun and laughter I have had on an episode. I think you will enjoy this too. On the Black Fathers Pulse podcast, Dr. Alvin Thomas interviews Chicago father-son duo Jahmeel and 18-year-old Jahkil Jackson about their bond and the impact of Jahkil's nonprofit Project I Am, founded after he saw homelessness at age five and began distributing "blessing bags" a...

🎙️ New Episode Alert! He became a father at just 15 — and turned that early test into a lifelong mission. In this powerful conversation, Dr. Alvin Thomas sits down with Dr. Clinton Boyd Jr. , Executive Director of Fathers, Families & Healthy Communities and researcher at Chapin Hall, to talk about the weight and the wonder of teen fatherhood, the myths surrounding Black dads, and how he turned his...

Rediscover childhood memories with #RonDaise on @BlackFathersPulse! 🎉 Join the conversation on how #GullahGullahIsland connects to today's challenges in #BlackHistory education and fatherhood. 🌟 #GullahGeechee #PodcastEpisode 📚

Empathy meets empowerment on The Black Father's Pulse podcast! Join Dr. Alvin Thomas and guest Henry Mason Jr. as they navigate the intersection of fatherhood, culture, and healthcare. Learn, laugh, and reflect. 🎧✨ Listen in as Henry Mason shares profound insights on what it means to thrive as a Black father. It's not just about overcoming hurdles, it's about setting a legacy.  Ever wondered abo...

 "How does spanking impact a child's brain? Is spanking truly part of our tradition? Join Dr. Alvin Thomas in this eye-opening episode of The Black Father's Pulse as we delve into the science, cultural roots, and alternatives to corporal punishment. Rainbow Project experts Eric Crawford and founder/executive director Cheryl Cato discuss how common spanking is in Black communities, why parents use...

From Deep Pain to Purpose: Henry Mason Jr. on Building Precious Hospice and Telling the Truth About End-of-Life Care   Dr. Alvin Thomas interviews Henry Mason Jr., CEO and founder of Precious Hospice, about how his mother's second cancer diagnosis in 2013 led them to start a hospice company while she endured chemotherapy. Mason describes learning the behind the scenes of hospice, being pushed by h...

🚀 Listen to Brian Heat's journey from educator to transformational speaker on "The Black Father's Pulse" podcast. Discover how intentional parenting and personal growth can redefine healthy manhood. A discussion you won't want to miss! 🌟 #PurposefulParenting #BlackFatherhood

In this episode of The Black Father's Pulse, Dr. Alvin Thomas welcomes twin brothers Quinlan and Quentin Riser to delve into the early financial lessons they learned and their significance in their lives. They discuss key concepts like frugality and the importance of saving, as taught by their mother, and share their journey in authoring a children's book designed to teach financial literacy to yo...

This is an extended episode in commemoration of the 100th celebration of Black History Month in the USA. In this Black Father's Pulse Podcast episode during Black History Month, host Dr. Thomas talks with Dr. Okey Enyia, health policy expert and founder of Enyia Strategies, about why high civic participation in Black communities still fails to translate into policy power and equitable budgets. Dr....

Curious about how financial literacy can reshape #BlackCommunities? Join Dr. Thomas and the Riser brothers in this enlightening episode of The Black Father's Pulse as they explore creating legacies and empowering future generations. Listen today! 💡 #BlackFathers #Podcast"

 🎙️ Tune in to the latest episode of Black Father's Pulse with Dr. Alvin Thomas as we dive deep into the brave journey of Jeremy Indika. From designing luxury cars to advocating for child safety, hear his transformative story that reminds us of the power of vulnerability and the importance of protecting our children. 🔗Listen now! #BlackFathersPulse #ChildAdvocacy Resources: 📍  📍 R-A-I-N-N. That...

Don't miss this eye-opening episode with Delano Squires on The Black Father's Pulse Podcast! Discover how shifting narratives around fatherhood can bring profound change. Engage in the crucial conversations that matter for our families' future. Subscribe and join the movement for a vibrant village rebuild! 🖤💪 #FatherhoodMatters.

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Join Dr. Alvin Thomas on 'The Black Father's Pulse' as he sits down with Dr. Noni Gaylord-Harden to delve into the profound impact of trauma within black communities. Discover how disinvestment and community violence uniquely affect black adolescents, and uncover the powerful methods of healing and resilience that lie within. In this enlightening episode, learn why it's vital to reframe our conver...

In this episode of the Black Fathers Pulse podcast, the discussion centers around 'emotional socialization,' examining how Black fathers teach their children to handle emotions and tackle challenges. Hosted by Dr. Alvin Thomas, the podcast features experts Dr. Deon Brown from the University of Houston and Dr. Conial Caldwell from the University of Maryland, Baltimore County. The dialogue highlight...

Join us in this heartfelt episode of the Black Father's Pulse as Dr. Danielle Hairston Green shares her compelling journey of growing up without her father and how that experience fueled her passion for father advocacy. Dr. Hairston Green speaks about the challenges, triumphs, and lessons learned, offering deep insights into the importance of father presence and support. As an Assistant Dean at th...

Welcome back to the Black Fathers Pulse! In this riveting episode, we delve into 'From the Field to Fatherhood: Building Champions in Our Communities' with our distinguished guest, Brandon Williams. Transitioning from a successful NFL career, Brandon is using his athletic discipline to transform lives through the Boys and Girls Club of Greater St. Louis. Discover how this former St. Louis Battle H...

Welcome to The Black Father's Pulse podcast, hosted by Dr. Alvin Thomas. In this episode, we delve into the remarkable story of Eunice Attechigobe and her 10-year-old son Sean, a Mensa member at age four and Instagram science instructor with over 1.4 million followers. Eunice shares her journey navigating the challenges of raising an extraordinary child, her unwavering partnership with her husband...

Welcome to The Black Father's Pulse, where fatherhood meets purpose. In this episode, Dr. Alvin Thomas talks with Aundre Stanisclaus, a passionate young soccer player from Grenada. Aundre shares his inspiring journey from playing soccer since he was three to representing Grenada's under-15 national team and earning a call-up to the senior squad at just 16. Dive into Aundre's dreams of playing inte...