A Progressive Perspective

In this heartfelt and empowering conversation, we explore what it means to build and sustain a healthy Black marriage while raising children in today’s world. From the joys and challenges of parenting to the strength required to keep love thriving, this episode highlights the resilience, traditions, and legacy of Black families. What You’ll Hear in This Episode: The unique joys and pressures of ma...

Is there a “right” amount of time to wait before starting a new relationship after a breakup? Many people wonder if moving on quickly means they never really loved their ex, or if taking “too long” means they’re stuck in the past. In this episode, we unpack the psychology of relationship transitions with a focus on healing, and readiness. Emotional Readiness vs. Rebound: How to tell the difference...

In this episode of The Progressive Perspective Podcast , we dive into the realities of heartbreak for women over 30's, a time when the pressures of marriage, motherhood, and society’s timelines can make relationship struggles feel even heavier. After several breakups or relationships that didn’t work out, it’s easy to feel stuck, lost, or even question your worth. This conversation is about w...

Friendships are one of life’s greatest gifts… but let’s be real: keeping them alive in adulthood isn’t always easy. Careers, family, moves, and changing priorities often leave us wondering: “Why is it so hard to stay connected?” In this week’s episode of The Progressive Perspective Podcast , we explore: Why adult friendships feel harder to maintain The role of life transitions, distance, and vulne...

During this episode we will address “The Soft Life” WE KNOW !!! You have heard plenty of examples of how people are in their “soft Era” or  “living their best life” . We won’t bore you with another example of how someone is living a lifestyle they hope you will secretly envy. We are taking a deep dive into what it really means, where it originated and how the soft life is a way to encourage health...

In this premiere episode of A Progressive Perspective Podcast , hosts Jerrilyn "Doc" Stokes, a trauma-informed therapist, and Kim "KD", a sex therapist, explore the powerful role that shame plays in the lives of Black and Brown communities. Drawing from both personal insight and professional experience, they examine how shame has been passed down through generations, shaping id...