The Iron Table

What truly motivates a person—rewards or repercussions? Join Bryant, Keith, Danny, and Steve as we tackle this age-old debate by sharing candid personal stories and laugh-out-loud moments from daily life. From dissecting the incentives that make chores bearable to the looming consequences that push us to excel at work, we unravel the complex threads of motivation. You'll hear how incentives and co...

What happens when the chaos of modern life meets the nostalgia of classic arcade games? Join us at The Iron Table as we reconnect after a long hiatus, exploring everything from Steve's insights gained during his overseas travels to Keith's unexpected journey into the world of mental health clients. We reflect on the challenges of balancing increased responsibilities and the emotional landscape of...

Have you ever wondered what triggers instant anger among Black people and why respect holds such immense value? Join us at the Iron Table as we kick things off with a hilarious story about the strategic move of buying a 50-piece nugget meal and the immediate form of betrayal from a child: tattling. As unpredictable as Michigan weather, our conversation shifts to deeper territories, diving headfirs...

What happens when you balance humor, thought-provoking discussions, and a dash of fatherly wisdom? Welcome to the Iron Table, where we kick off with an engaging check-in among Bryant, Keith, Danny, and Steve. From Danny's cryptic classified assignment to Steve's hilarious experiences at recent car events, there's no shortage of laughs and personal updates. You'll hear about the challenges and joys...

What if the simple act of feeling comfortable enough to call your partner "girl" could unlock the secrets to deeper emotional connections? Join us as we celebrate our milestone 50th episode at the Iron Table with hosts Bryant, Keith, Danny, and Steve. Reflecting on our journey from humble beginnings, this episode is rich with personal updates, exploring challenges and triumphs from entrepreneurshi...

Can romantic music teach us about the evolution of love? Join us at "The Iron Table" as Bryant, Keith, and Steve kick off our return from summer hiatus with a warm and reflective conversation. We catch up on our summer adventures—Steve’s journey to mindfulness, Keith’s balancing act with work and back-to-school hustle, and Bryant’s family-centric summer celebrations. We also embark on a nostalgic...

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 th...

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 co...

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 fam...

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 voyeuristi...

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 d...

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 i...

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...

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...

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, an...

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 hig...

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 t...

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...

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...

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 episod...

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 t...

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...

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 va...

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 t...

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...