Flesh 'N Bold

Are we here already? We are at the last episode of Flesh “N Bold plus Mom. During this episode, Drs. Heard & Heard-Garris round out the retirement series by talking to their mother about her legacy and the impact she hopes to have had on others. What lessons has she carried with her about wealth, life, and giving? How do wealth transfers work for Black women and does quality of life change as...

We know, we know, no one wants to talk about the end of life, death, or dying. But we are all going to die at some point, so let’s put it all out in the open. How do the aged population think about death? Do they get lonely when those around them cross to the other side? Drs. Heard & Heard-Garris explore their mothers’ experiences and feelings of grief, loss, and the trope of being a “strong B...

In this part two episode of health and retirement Drs. Heard & Heard-Garris continue their discussion on healthcare. Our dynamic duo picks right back up in this conversation with their mother on government-sponsored insurance and how the intersectionality of age, race, and gender shape healthcare experiences. And Dr. Heard-Garris gives us a first-hand account of her struggles. And it's clear K...

Is healthcare in retirement the promised land? You have retired, kicking up your feet, on Medicaid, and living la vida loca, right?  Drs. Heard & Heard-Garris continue their retirement expose with their mother, documenting her journey. There was so much in this episode of Flesh 'N Bold, they had no choice, but to create a two-part episode series. Our dynamic duo explores her experience wi...

Drs. Heard & Heard-Garris have firmly launched into the new year, but Flesh & Bold wouldn’t be Flesh & Bold, without a Year ‘N Review episode. They give you their take on the top events of 2023–from the most talked-about political and cultural events including those that pushed you, had you crying, and others that had you laughing. Dr. Heard-Garris mispronounces ERAS and Dr. Heard, giv...

Happy Holidays! Happy New Year! Our Flesh ‘N Bold hosts, Drs. Heard & Heard-Garris are here to help you close the year out by discussing LOVE. In this episode, the good professors talk about love for the aged, using their mom's perspective about love and her NEW relationship as a case study. Where do we get our models of romantic love from, what are our standards for a partner, and how do we s...

Our Flesh ‘N Bold hosts, Drs. Heard & Heard-Garris continue down the retirement journey with their mother. This time they hold a magnifying glass up to the the first phase of retirement–prepping/planning. Dr. Heard-Garris pushes back on her mom’s reasons and timing for retiring. Is it because of love, money, happenstance, or all three? And because it’s them, you already know they are going to...

For many people who work, their identities are wrapped in what they do. their first lines are, "I'm a...lawyer, salesperson, therapist, teacher..." But what happens when you retire? Who are you then? Who do you become or who do you get to be? And how do you decide when and how to shed this work identity. In this episode of Flesh 'N Bold, Drs. Heard & Heard-Garris talk to their newly retired mo...

Show Notes: Welcome back Flesh ‘N Bold listeners. One of the podcasters got a bit lazy, I mean encumbered with other commitments, and decided that the podcast would be released on the last Saturday of the month. In this very, very long “trailer,” Drs. Heard & Heard-Garris talk about what to expect in this ((final)) season of Flesh ‘N Bold. What do retirement, W.E.B. DuBois, and Bronzeville, Ch...

69 (get yo’ mind out the gutter) years post the landmark Brown v. Board case declaring segregated public schools unconstitutional, Drs. Heard & Heard-Garris explore present-day segregation in public schools in this episode of Flesh 'N Bold. Are schools more or less segregated now or in the years after Brown v. Board? Which states and regions have the most school segregation? And what drives se...

Identity encompasses many different aspects of our being–Our “ability” status for some of us is front and center, while for others is not visible. In this episode of Flesh 'N Bold, Drs. Heard & Heard- Garris discuss what disabilities are, how abilities and disabilities are talked about in the present day, and the ableist language all around us. This Flesh & Bold, so you know they are talki...

What's love got to do, got to do with it? We just left the season of love behind, or did we? In this episode of Flesh 'N Bold, Drs. Heard & Heard- Garris discuss the love and relationships polyamory can provide. What do we know about polyamory? Are polyamory and polygamy the same thing? Should Polygamy be legal? All important topics but frequently taboo in our culture. Let's see what the resea...

Flesh ‘N Bold is here again and coming in hot! Drs. Heard & Heard-Garris discuss how we are all likely impacted by prison labor through our consumerism. What do Starbucks, Worker’s rights, and penile (aka penal) all have in common? They all show up in this episode, so tune in and find out. In this episode, they also touch on how this form of structural racism leaves its residue on the US immig...

Yo! 2022 is wrapped and good riddance. The 20’s have been such trying times. Flesh ‘N Bold kicks off the first 2023 podcast by recapping 2022. Drs. Heard & Heard-Garris discuss the important events; unlike last year, there were SOME happy endings (not that kind, c’mon you sicko). They are not lawyers but there are some interesting legal cases that shape this show and are resolved by 2022 and y...

The dynamic duo continues their discussion about fatphobia and the intersection of fatness & fitness. This time focusing on social media & solutions. Even though Thanksgiving was the initial release date...COVID tried to hold them back from releasing Part Deux, but they wouldn't dare keep this important topic from you. Is social media a friend or foe? What's BoPO? Is it ok to call people f...

Is fat a bad word? Should you say, "people of size," "living in larger bodies," or should we be reclaiming the word "fat" and wear it with pride? Can you be both fat & fit? Drs. Heard & Heard-Garris delve into fatness, fatphobia, and errythang in between. Be forewarned this is Part I of a Part II series, so you'll have wait for the second episode as they wrap it up just in time of Thanksgi...

Please Note that this podcast was recorded prior to info released about student loan debt relief. Please go to: https://studentaid.gov/debt-relief/application for more current information Show notes: Flesh ‘N Bold is hitting you oNe time with the information you need right now! Drs. Heard & Heard-Garris know you have bills, bills, bills–specifically, student loan bills. They tell you about the...

Flesh ‘N Bold is back in session after the summer break. Did you do your summer reading? Drs. Heard & Heard-Garris review what happened over the summer of 2022. They go from COVID-19 vaccines to Brittney Griner’s court case in Russia. See how these events have shaped our nation and what the good docs think. As always, please like, share, and discuss! Producers: Nevin J. Heard and Nia J. Heard-...

In this trailer, our hosts say goodbye for the summer. Class is no longer in session but in this trailer, Drs. Heard & Heard-Garris talk about readying themselves for summertime! Listen in, stay bold, like, and share.

In this episode of Flesh & Bold, our hosts planned to talk about poverty but because of the “breaking news” around the supreme court leak, they pivot and talk about abortion. Drs. Heard-Garris and Heard account of what happened around the supreme court document leaks, the history of abortion rights in the US and across the pond, and their hopes for the future of women’s reproductive rights. Yo...

In this episode of Flesh & Bold, our hosts talk about college athletes. If you want me to play, you better pay! As March Madness ends, a time where many collegiate athletes are put on national display, our hosts discuss issues encountered on to the longstanding quandary around paying college athletes. Drs. Heard-Garris and Heard shed light on their own journeys as college athletes, the legal h...

In this episode of Flesh & Bold, our hosts honor Women's History Month by discussing one important struggle faced by Women--the gender pay gap. Why are women paid less than men for the same work done? Drs. Heard & Heard-Garris bring up issues of feminism, racism, and the kyriarchy--you know the usu but with a fresh take, as you deserve. Pay women what they are worth! Please like, share, an...

Flesh ‘N Bold charges on in 2022 with this podcast talking about love. Is it the season for love already? Drs. Heard & Heard-Garris discuss The Negro Family: The Case for National Action Yeah, have you heard of it? What does welfare queen, Black Matriarchy, and a white Senator have in common? Don't know? Then turn this ish up. Take a listen to what they think. Like, share, and discuss! Special...

How was 2021 for you? Yeah, sameies. Flesh ‘N Bold kicks off the first 2022 podcast by recapping 2021. Drs. Heard & Heard-Garris discuss the events that were important to them and share their hopes and dreams for the new year! Kamala, Simone, and COVID-19, oh my! What events were most salient for you and what do you hope for the new year? Take a listen to what they think. Like, share, and disc...

To spend or not to spend that is the question. As we approach the holiday season, our host Drs. Heard & Heard-Garris discuss Black buying power, Black Business owners, and capitalism. What is Black Capitalism anyway? This episode features a special guest, heavy on both the flesh & bold side, Sabrina Martin, business owner of AXB, and community change agent. Come on this journey with our ho...