Black Men Matter series of The Male Perspective

In this episode of The Male Perspective, Lana Reid sits down with Russ Green, Founder of Bison Impact Group, Inc. (BIG). Russ Green is a nonprofit executive dedicated to leveraging the power of golf to raise awareness and funds to end domestic violence and intimate partner violence. Through initiatives like the HBCU Golf Tournament , BIG not only supports students at Historically Black Colleges an...

In this episode of The Male Perspective, Lana Reid talks with Xavier Smith — Intervention Specialist and founder of Kind Mentoring. Xavier shares his journey from studying Criminal Justice at Morris College to becoming an Intervention Specialist and the founder of Kind Mentoring. He explains how mentorship and intervention programs can transform the lives of young people and create safer schools a...

In this episode of "The Male Perspective," Lana talks with Dr. Lathardus Goggins II - Educational Consultant, Scholar, Advocate, and Author. He shares insights on the challenges and opportunities facing Black students in today’s K-12 system. From addressing the impact of cultural disconnects in classrooms often dominated by educators who do not look like Black students or share their liv...

In this episode of "The Male Perspective," Lana talks with Charleston Girley - Author, Speaker, Entrepreneur and Accountant. Charleston shares his book and autobiography, "The Black Accountant," which documents his personal story of overcoming adversity and the lessons learned along the way. From his beginnings as a walk-on football player to becoming a scholarship athlete at Arkansas State Univer...

In this episode of "The Male Perspective," Lana talks with Jadarius Evans, LPC-A, NCC, M.Ed., Ed. S. As a mental health researcher, Jadarius discusses the community-based, community-focused research project that he will lead, called Project H.E.A.R.T. This initiative employs photovoice, a qualitative participatory research technique that highlights participants’ lived experiences through...

In this episode of "The Male Perspective," Lana talks with Dr. Timothy Felton - Author, Educator and Speaker. Having authored a variety of influential books on topics including sports, personal development, and youth empowerment, Dr. Felton shares insights into his work that emphasizes identity, engagement, and resilience, particularly for youth, students, and student-athletes. He also s...

In this episode of "The Male Perspective," Lana talks with Coach Ed Bradley - Transitional Life Coach, Author and Speaker. Coach Ed shares practical strategies to better prepare young individuals for the realities of the real world. He also talks about his book, “Ultimate Scholarship & Grant Guide,” which features a comprehensive list of scholarships and grants that many students may...

In this episode of "The Male Perspective," Lana talks with Jesus' Kimbrow - Pastor, Entrepreneur and Facilitator of Headspace, a Black men’s support group. Pastor Kimbrow talks about the importance of mental health in leadership roles within ministry and its impact on the community. He shares his future plans for Headspace, which aims to expand the spaces where Black men can share th...

In this episode of "The Male Perspective," Lana talks with Cameron E. Miles, the Director and Founder of Mentoring Male Teens in the ‘Hood.’ Since 1996, Mr. Miles has dedicated his work to mentoring boys aged 8 to 18 in Baltimore and its surrounding regions. His program offers a range of enriching experiences, including educational travel, guest speakers, college tours, and tutoring, all...

In this episode of "The Male Perspective," Lana sits down with Francis “Chise” Castillo—Author of “Leveling Up” and “Leveled Up.” Chise shares insights on his latest work, "Leveled Up," the sequel that builds on the transformative journey of its predecessor. In this installment he continues to explore self-reflection and personal growth, offering financial gems and relationship...

In this episode of "The Male Perspective," Lana sits down with Danny L. Ross—Author, Speaker, and Psychotherapist. With more than twenty years of experience, Danny offers tailored counseling services for individuals, couples, and families. He is recognized as a prominent expert in the areas concerning Black families, men, and youth, and has presented to many local and national organizati...

In this episode of "The Male Perspective," Lana Reid returns to Eta Nu Nu, one of the newer chapters of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc., based in Columbus, OH, to check in after over a year! Joining her are the chapter's current Basileus, Bro. Matthew Coleman, along with Bro. Dr. Judson Jeffries and Bro. Leon Peacock. The chapter has made a significant impact in the community, highlig...

In this episode of "The Male Perspective," Lana sits down with Anthony Brogdon—Speaker, Author, Documentary Producer and Host of Strong Inspirations. Through his work, Anthony explores the richness of the African Diaspora to enlighten all about the heritage and history of Black people. His impactful books, including the “Black Business Book” and “They Did It,” along with his podcast, “St...

In this episode of "The Male Perspective," Lana sits down with Robert Gibbs—Mentor, Speaker and Author of “Black Man Rise - Fatherly Words for the Young Black Man.” The conversation explores topics addressed in Robert's book, which emphasizes the crucial role of Black men in the family structure, financial empowerment, managing emotions, interactions with law enforcement, sound decis...

In this episode of "The Male Perspective," Lana sits down with Steve White—author, Mentor, and the visionary behind Hattie’s Child. His program, “From Black Boy to Black Man,” imparts vital skills including self-esteem, cultural identity, academic success, critical thinking, health and nutrition, financial management, entrepreneurship, media messaging, identifying gifts and talents, and...

In this episode of "The Male Perspective," Lana talks with the men from “Black Men Mondays,” a 501(c)(3) organization based in Asheville, NC, that is creating meaningful change within their community. Their initiatives focus on fostering environments where Black men can unite and work together on projects that uplift their neighborhoods. They also play an active role in mentoring local y...

In this episode of "The Male Perspective," Lana talks with Dr. Tank — Educational Consultant, Motivational Speaker and Author of "School Is Not For You." His organization, TANK EdDucates LLC, specializes in culturally responsive teaching and transformative life skills education for students, educators, school districts, universities, government entities, and community partners....

In this episode of "The Male Perspective," Lana talks with Trent D. Walters — Author of the faith-based romance novel, “Exactly How It’s ‘Posed to Be.” Set against the vibrant backdrop of a fictional HBCU college campus, Trent discusses the important life lessons woven into his narrative, such as the impact of personal choices and the continued relevance of abstaining from sex until marr...

In this episode of "The Male Perspective," Lana talks with Dr. Robert Mossi Alexander—Speaker, Author, Filmmaker and Founder of Hood to Higher Education. With more than 15 years in education, Dr. Alexander has designed transformative training programs that help organizations adopt culturally relevant practices through critical literacy. He is also the creator of the award-winning film “R...

In this episode of "The Male Perspective," Lana talks with Calvin 'Black Noah' Tucker—Animal Rights Advocate and Founder of “Saving One Creature At a Time.” In 2015, Calvin met a stray cat, which he named Henry, that began his work of rescuing and assisting stray animals. Based in Alabama, he now tends to over twenty colonies of cats. His residence, affectionately known as “the A...

In this episode of "The Male Perspective," Lana sits down with Ronald Smith—high school teacher, self-published author, and CEO of the Impact Organization. Ronald explains how the Impact Organization is dedicated to supporting young people and their socioemotional learning, college and career opportunities. Through programs like “Saturday Empowerment School” and “Parents Support & Sc...

In this episode of "The Male Perspective," Lana sits down with Kardell Sims—Author, Speaker and Re-Entry Consultant. In his work as a dedicated Re-Entry Consultant and Strategist, Kardell shares his insights on the importance of preparing individuals for life after incarceration. He advocates for transformative programming within prisons, emphasizing that the journey to successful reentr...

In this episode of "The Male Perspective," Lana chats with Kherwin Nurse, a Digital Marketing Strategist and Founder of Aurescents. Kherwin has created a unique collection of candles that celebrates modern culture, with scents that reflect the spaces they are designed for and the ambiance they create. He also shares insights into the crafting process of Aurescents' handmade candles a...

In this episode of "The Male Perspective," Lana sits down with Marcus Williams, the visionary behind Impressive Travels. His agency specializes in creating unforgettable journeys that highlight both luxury and leisure. With a dedication to redefining travel, Marcus's award-winning services focus on crafting lasting memories. He is committed to every aspect of the journey, offering pe...

𝗙𝗘𝗔𝗧𝗨𝗥𝗘𝗗 𝗦𝗘𝗥𝗜𝗘𝗦: The Men of Iota Phi Theta Fraternity, Inc. 𝗧𝗛𝗜𝗦 𝗪𝗘𝗘𝗞 Beta Sigma Omega Alumni Chapter Evanston, Illinois Chartered in 2009 This episode of "The Male Perspective" features Bro. Kendric Johnson, the chapter’s current Polaris, and Bro. Carlos Garrido, one of the charter members of the chapter. As the chapter sees an influx of new members and expands its presence in Evanston, they high...