Better Black Health

In this episode of Better Black Health, Dr. Greg Hall welcomes back sociologist, educator, and public scholar Dr. Tim Goler to discuss the ideas behind his new book, Liberated Mind: A Guide to Black Clarity. Dr. Goler explores how structural racism, intergenerational stress, and inherited ways of thinking can influence the mental, emotional, and physical well-being of Black communities. Together,...

Fibroids affect up to 80% of Black women by age 50, yet many are still told to ‘just live with it’ or offered a hysterectomy as the only option. Today Dr. Greg Hall is talking with the country’s leading fibroid surgeons, Dr. Pierre Johnson, known as ‘The Fibroid Slayer,’ about what women need to know, what the medical system gets wrong, and why preserving fertility and choice matters. He recently...

Sam “SP” Prewitt was just 29, active, and seemingly healthy when a massive heart attack nearly took his life. In this episode, he shares the #HeartStrong story behind his book "Plus More Life"—from ignoring early warning signs to discovering a 95% coronary blockage and dangerously high cholesterol driven in part by family history. We explore what most people get wrong about “young” hearts, the cri...

In this episode of Better Black Health, Dr. Gregory Hall sits down with Nikia Smith for a powerful conversation about advocacy, personal growth, and the importance of creating healthier communities. Together, they explore the challenges facing Black health today, the role of empowerment and education, and how individuals can use their voices to drive meaningful change. This episode offers inspirat...

Dr. Greg Hall welcomes Leslee Deanes-Bryant who is an elder care specialist and founder of UltraCare Service s, a Los Angeles–based in-home care organization supporting seniors and their families. With over ten years of hands-on experience, Leslee concentrates on the issues families face as loved ones age. She is especially passionate about helping people manage dementia care, caregiver burnout, a...

Today on Better Black Health, we’re exploring an important idea: how economic empowerment can directly influence health outcomes in our communities. Dr. Hall’s guest is Will McCoy, a serial entrepreneur and capital strategist, and the co-founder of Kurudy, a reward-based crowdfunding platform connecting the global African diaspora with creators, entrepreneurs, and impact projects across Africa. Th...

Better Black Health with Dr. Greg Hall welcomes Bryon Akil Marshall, a health advocate, movement strategist, and visionary behind the “Betterment ZIP Code” initiative—a culturally grounded approach to improving health outcomes through consistent, accessible movement. His work focuses on empowering communities, especially African American adults, to reclaim strength, mobility, and confidence withou...

If you’ve spent any time online lately, you’ve probably seen someone promoting vitamin K2—usually alongside vitamin D3. Influencers call it the “missing link” for bone health. Supplement companies say it protects your heart. Some even claim everyone should be taking it. But here’s the problem: Most supplement advice isn’t designed with Black bodies in mind. And if you’ve read my book Better Black...

Dr. Greg Hall welcomes Simeon Etoria. Simeon is a wellness coach, public speaker, and the founder of Cleanse & Heal Within. He helps people who feel burned out and inconsistent—even though they’re meditating, journaling, eating better, and genuinely trying to grow. Simeon’s work explores the hidden patterns behind burnout, especially how food, stress, and identity influence the nervous system....

Dr. Greg Hall welcomes Le Le G, a registered nurse, licensed social worker, board-certified psychiatric nurse, and caregiver advocate with over 20 years of experience supporting individuals and families navigating complex health systems. She is the founder of Remedy Senior Care Concierge and the author of The B.O.S.S. Caregiver: Balancing Life, Love, and Self-Care with Grace. Through her professio...

Better Black Health with Dr. Greg Hall welcomes Dr. Byron G. Jackson, a chiropractor and leader in clinical biomechanics and integrative wellness. Affectionately called "The Good Doctor," he is the Clinic Director of A Chiropractic Healing, one of the Top 50 practices in northeast Ohio, and the author of six books, including 100 Health Secrets and You Should Prosper. Dr. Jackson  has a Master of S...

Dr. Greg Hall welcomes Dr. Arthur L. “Bud” Burnett II, MBA, FACS , who is a distinguished Johns Hopkins urologist, researcher, and educator whose pioneering work has revolutionized men’s health and erectile function, including playing a key role in the development of Viagra. As the Patrick C. Walsh Professor of Urology and Director of the Male Consultation Clinic, he has broken barriers as the fir...

Dr. Greg Hall welcomes Dr. Kila B. John, a physician-scientist and medical and nutrition educator. She earned her bachelor’s degree in chemistry from Baldwin Wallace University, a master’s degree in human physiology from Wayne State University School of Medicine, and her medical degree from the American University of Antigua College of Medicine. Dr. John connects science, gut health, and chronic d...

Better Black Health with Dr. Greg Hall welcomes Akil Marshall, a nationally recognized leader and innovator in arts education, culturally responsive teaching, and social-emotional learning, with many years of experience in the education field. He is the author of five books, with his most recent being "Winning In America: The High 5 Model for American Education." He played professional football an...

Dr. Greg Hall is interviewed by guest host Julia Marshall about the Better Black Health book that was just released.  They discuss mental health issues and a healthy approach for everyone.  This book should be in EVERY Black family's library.  Each episode of Better Black Health is sponsored by GNetX Sequence Multivitamins for African Americans and the Better Black Health book , which addresses ma...

Dr. Greg Hall is interviewed by guest host Julia Marshall about the Better Black Health book that was just released.  They discuss the inspiration and why the book should be in EVERY Black family's library.  Each episode of Better Black Health is sponsored by GNetX Sequence Multivitamins for African Americans and the Better Black Health book , which addresses many of the healthcare disparities fac...

Better Black Health with Dr. Greg Hall welcomes back Dr. Tim Goler, a sociologist, educator, and public scholar whose work examines how structural racism, intergenerational stress, and life course challenges impact the mental and emotional health of Black communities. He grew up in Cleveland, attended Cleveland Public Schools, and earned degrees from Cleveland State University and Case Western Res...

Dr. Greg Hall discussed micronutrients which a recent study showed the Blacks have the highest deficiencies overall.  Micronutrients are vitamins and minerals that our bodies require in small amounts to function optimally. They play crucial roles in energy production, immune system support, bone health, and the regulation of numerous physiological processes, including blood pressure and blood suga...

Better Black Health with Dr. Greg Hall welcomes back Constance B. Hilliard, PhD.  She is best known for her groundbreaking research in this area, which combines environmental health and genomics. After earning a B.A., M.A., and Ph. D. from Harvard University, she started her academic journey as an African historian, analyzing ancient handwritten manuscripts from Timbuktu and other regions in Afric...

Dr. Greg Hall welcomes former radio broadcaster and educational technology consultant Chris Linder combines international teaching experience with digital innovation to challenge America's fundamentally broken education system. After witnessing parents struggle during COVID, he developed the Homeschool Remix Framework,  empowering diverse families with hybrid learning solutions that put educationa...

Jastin Artis is a gold-platinum streaming-certified artist, producer, engineer, and A&R (artist & repertoire) based in the Washington DC Metro Area, known for his genre-blending style called “Hip-Hop Renaissance”—a fusion of Hip-Hop, Gospel, and Spoken Word built on soulful guitar work. With over two decades of progressive music industry experience, he bridges creative artistry and executi...

Pink Himalayan salt has garnered widespread popularity in recent years, often promoted as a natural, mineral-rich alternative to regular table salt, but now there are reports of dramatic weight loss among the stars including Oprah and others, this is NOT true.  Dr. Hall reviews the report and explains the dangers of too much salt.  Each episode of Better Black Health is brought to you by  GNetX Se...

Better Black Health welcomes D’Shawn Harris, a mental health psychotherapist and the founder of Safe Haven Therapy Services, where he offers compassionate, culturally aware care to individuals, couples, and families. D’Shawn holds a Master’s degree in Education with a focus on Counseling, is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC), and is board-certified as a National Certified Counselor...

Dr. Greg Hall welcomes Vanessa Rissetto, a registered dietitian, CEO, and Co-founder of Culina Health , a pioneering clinical nutrition care company founded in 2020. Before starting this venture, she served as the Director of Dietetic Internships at New York University, where she managed clinical nutrition treatment for a diverse patient population and mentored early-career dietitians — many of wh...

Better Black Health with Dr. Greg Hall welcomes Princella Seymour, “America’s Solutionist for the Aging Community,” has spent three decades helping Black families navigate elder care. She has firsthand insights into issues affecting our seniors that also impact every generation. As a national advocate and current CEO of Complete Elder Solutions, she is a trusted source for practical strategies—whe...