Dear Black Man, You Good?

Send us Fan Mail In this episode a few of the guys are joined by Founder and Executive Director of Marijuana Justice, marijuana advocate, and all-around dope human Chelsea Higgs Wise! They discuss the work she and many others are doing around marijuana justice in Virginia, the unfair and racist practices of over policing Black & Brown communities, personal experiences around how cannabis has b...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, the guys continue their conversation around the underrated Tubi show "Demascus". The show follows a 33-year-old Black man undergoing reality-bending therapy that sends him through alternate worlds in a sharp, humorous, and deeply introspective search for what it means to be a good man today. They continue discussing themes like masculinity and relationsh...

Send us Fan Mail In the first episode of 2026, the guys discuss everything going on politically. From the terrorism of ICE, to the Trump administration's unprecedented decisions, the guys have a raw, unfiltered, and very passionate discussion about the current political climate. This is an episode you definitely don't want to miss, so check us out wherever you listen to podcasts. Make su...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, the guys talk about the incredibly underrated Tubi show "Demascus". The show follows a 33-year-old Black man undergoing reality-bending therapy that sends him through alternate worlds in a sharp, humorous, and deeply introspective search for what it means to be a good man today. They discuss themes from the show that specifically center the Black male ex...

Send us Fan Mail We just missed Halloween but since it's still the spooky season, the guys wanted to share their views on Ryan Coogler's award-winning, phenomenal, Blackity-Black movie Sinners!  They talk about different themes, connections to what's happening now,  and the early shade the movie got.  Check out the episode and let us know what you think! Don't forget to "l...

Send us Fan Mail As we continue celebrating Pride month, we had another episode centering the voices and experiences of Queer Black men. When say we support all Black men, we truly mean ALL Black men! In this episode, the guys (featuring Eric Cole) talk about dating as Black queer men, hookup apps, community safety and so much more! This is an episode where the guys were able to speak truthfully a...

Send us Fan Mail This episode (featuring Bryce Savoy) centers the experiences of a diverse group of Black fathers. They have an unfiltered conversation around the relationship with their own fathers, what fatherhood means to them, how their masculinity has been challenged since becoming fathers, common stereotypes, and so much more! This is definitely an episode you will not want to miss (especial...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the podcast, the guys introduce a new member to the podcast and have a conversation around Black men and the idea of success. We also talk about grind culture, how to celebrate small wins, and REST. It's been a little while, so make sure you tune in to this episode because it's another good one. As always, please "like", comment, share and su...

Send us Fan Mail On this episode, the guys talk about what it would be like to only buy Black and if it's realistic. They also share some best and worst date stories they've experiences in the past. The energy was definitely lively. This is another DOPE conversation that you don't want to miss, so be sure to tap in. Please "like,' comment, subscribe, and share! *** Please...

Send us Fan Mail On the first episode of 2025, the guys share their reactions after watching (or not watching) the inauguration of Donald Trump. Then they continue the conversation from the previous episode around Black men and community: how to find it, cultivate it, and what gets in the way. This is another DOPE conversation that you don't want to miss, so be sure to tap in. Please "li...

Send us Fan Mail In the final episode of 2024, the guys discuss their thoughts and feelings around the results of the 2024 election. They reflect on the strategies of both the democrats and republicans, what went wrong for Kamala, what worked for Trump, and make some predictions about the next 4 years. They also transition into discussing the role of "community". This episode was only da...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, the guys talk about the wild series of events leading up to the upcoming election between VP Kamala Harris and former president Donald Trump. A few topics discussed include Project 2025, how both candidate's policies will realistically affect us, and why so many Black men are choosing to vote for Trump. This is a thought-provoking episode you don't want...

Send us Fan Mail In part 3 our Pride trilogy, we bring in a mix of both queer and heterosexual Black men to speak on Queerness in the Black community (we know it's August, but some us are Queer 24/7)! The group discusses the potential reasons many Black folks don't accept queer folks, how folks were able to let go of their own homophobia/transphobia, the role religion plays, and so much...

Send us Fan Mail In part 2 of a very special Pride episode, we're continuing the conversation around Black queer male experiences. We're again joined by Eric Cole, M.Ed (WURD Radio & Hung Up Podcast)! In part 2, we talk about dating, over-sexualization vs. sexual liberation, portrayals of Black queer men in media, and so much more. We also get very candid about some personal experien...

Send us Fan Mail In part 1 of a very special Pride episode, we're centering Black queer male voices!  We invited two phenomenal men to join the conversation: Dr. Safi Mojidi (Founder of Hacking the Workforce and Pacletics), and Eric Cole, M.Ed. (WURD Radio & Hung Up Podcast)! This episode not only highlights the diversity of queer Black men, but it also delves into the unique and shared e...

Send us Fan Mail On this episode of the podcast, the guys start off talking about the rap beef between Drake and Kendrick Lamar. They discuss the entertainment aspect of it, but also the potential harm that sometimes follows.  They then move to talking about their own current mental health struggles, the harm of holding in emotions, and how they deal with negative emotions. Black men typically hav...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the podcast, the guys start the conversation by talking about the allegations against P. Diddy. They share their thoughts on everything that has come up in the media about him, but then the conversation shifts to the topic of accountability. Ideally, many of us believe that we'd step in if harm was being done to another person. However, how does this change...

Send us Fan Mail In this special episode, we celebrate Women's History Month by centering the experiences of some incredible Black Women. Kim Young, Tiffany Bacon, and Tiffany Roxanne Barrett share their thoughts around their connection to Women's History Month, how representation of Black women has shifted, how Black men can show up for them and so much more! This is an episode you defi...

Send us Fan Mail On this episode of “Dear Black Man, You Good?” the group plays Black History trivia and no one gets their black cards revoked. They discuss the significance of Black History Month, and what they would like to see happen within the Black community moving forward. The group also discusses mindset shifts that could help empower black youth, as well as the need for successful African...

Send us Fan Mail On this BONUS episode of “Dear Black Man, You Good?” the group talks all about love!  The group starts off discussing where they saw romantic love growing up. Then they move to the ways in which they express their love for their partners, differences between heterosexual love and queer love, and the ways that they like to be loved. They also talk about how toxic masculinity potent...

Send us Fan Mail On this episode of "Dear Black Man, You Good?" the group discusses how they feel about expressing their emotions. They discuss what makes them feel emotionally safe and the overall lack of safe spaces for black men to be vulnerable. We discuss how black men have to feel emotionally connected to people to become empathetic. The group session ends with the guys giving men...

Send us Fan Mail On this episode, the group reflects on their feelings of grief, loss and joy during the holiday season. They discuss the different ways they navigate family, the pressure of gift giving and how as adults they began to make their own holiday traditions.  Marvin also gives tips on how to establish healthy boundaries with difficult loved ones. Remember that the holidays are the time...

Send us Fan Mail In this first episode, group creator Marvin Toliver talks about why he created the group and we come up with group agreements for the space. Then we get into some dope conversation around why spaces like this don't exist for Black men, how emotions are sometimes viewed as weakness, and how holding in emotions can potentially be harmful to ourselves and the folks we love. *As...