The Black Fathers' Pulse Podcast

🎙️ New Episode Alert! He became a father at just 15 — and turned that early test into a lifelong mission. In this powerful conversation, Dr. Alvin Thomas sits down with Dr. Clinton Boyd Jr. , Executive Director of Fathers, Families & Healthy Communities and researcher at Chapin Hall, to talk about the weight and the wonder of teen fatherhood, the myths surrounding Black dads, and how he turned his...

Rediscover childhood memories with #RonDaise on @BlackFathersPulse! 🎉 Join the conversation on how #GullahGullahIsland connects to today's challenges in #BlackHistory education and fatherhood. 🌟 #GullahGeechee #PodcastEpisode 📚

Empathy meets empowerment on The Black Father's Pulse podcast! Join Dr. Alvin Thomas and guest Henry Mason Jr. as they navigate the intersection of fatherhood, culture, and healthcare. Learn, laugh, and reflect. 🎧✨ Listen in as Henry Mason shares profound insights on what it means to thrive as a Black father. It's not just about overcoming hurdles, it's about setting a legacy.  Ever wondered abo...

 "How does spanking impact a child's brain? Is spanking truly part of our tradition? Join Dr. Alvin Thomas in this eye-opening episode of The Black Father's Pulse as we delve into the science, cultural roots, and alternatives to corporal punishment. Rainbow Project experts Eric Crawford and founder/executive director Cheryl Cato discuss how common spanking is in Black communities, why parents use...

From Deep Pain to Purpose: Henry Mason Jr. on Building Precious Hospice and Telling the Truth About End-of-Life Care   Dr. Alvin Thomas interviews Henry Mason Jr., CEO and founder of Precious Hospice, about how his mother's second cancer diagnosis in 2013 led them to start a hospice company while she endured chemotherapy. Mason describes learning the behind the scenes of hospice, being pushed by h...

🚀 Listen to Brian Heat's journey from educator to transformational speaker on "The Black Father's Pulse" podcast. Discover how intentional parenting and personal growth can redefine healthy manhood. A discussion you won't want to miss! 🌟 #PurposefulParenting #BlackFatherhood

In this episode of The Black Father's Pulse, Dr. Alvin Thomas welcomes twin brothers Quinlan and Quentin Riser to delve into the early financial lessons they learned and their significance in their lives. They discuss key concepts like frugality and the importance of saving, as taught by their mother, and share their journey in authoring a children's book designed to teach financial literacy to yo...

This is an extended episode in commemoration of the 100th celebration of Black History Month in the USA. In this Black Father's Pulse Podcast episode during Black History Month, host Dr. Thomas talks with Dr. Okey Enyia, health policy expert and founder of Enyia Strategies, about why high civic participation in Black communities still fails to translate into policy power and equitable budgets. Dr....

Curious about how financial literacy can reshape #BlackCommunities? Join Dr. Thomas and the Riser brothers in this enlightening episode of The Black Father's Pulse as they explore creating legacies and empowering future generations. Listen today! 💡 #BlackFathers #Podcast"

 🎙️ Tune in to the latest episode of Black Father's Pulse with Dr. Alvin Thomas as we dive deep into the brave journey of Jeremy Indika. From designing luxury cars to advocating for child safety, hear his transformative story that reminds us of the power of vulnerability and the importance of protecting our children. 🔗Listen now! #BlackFathersPulse #ChildAdvocacy Resources: 📍  📍 R-A-I-N-N. That...

Don't miss this eye-opening episode with Delano Squires on The Black Father's Pulse Podcast! Discover how shifting narratives around fatherhood can bring profound change. Engage in the crucial conversations that matter for our families' future. Subscribe and join the movement for a vibrant village rebuild! 🖤💪 #FatherhoodMatters.

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Join Dr. Alvin Thomas on 'The Black Father's Pulse' as he sits down with Dr. Noni Gaylord-Harden to delve into the profound impact of trauma within black communities. Discover how disinvestment and community violence uniquely affect black adolescents, and uncover the powerful methods of healing and resilience that lie within. In this enlightening episode, learn why it's vital to reframe our conver...

In this episode of the Black Fathers Pulse podcast, the discussion centers around 'emotional socialization,' examining how Black fathers teach their children to handle emotions and tackle challenges. Hosted by Dr. Alvin Thomas, the podcast features experts Dr. Deon Brown from the University of Houston and Dr. Conial Caldwell from the University of Maryland, Baltimore County. The dialogue highlight...

Join us in this heartfelt episode of the Black Father's Pulse as Dr. Danielle Hairston Green shares her compelling journey of growing up without her father and how that experience fueled her passion for father advocacy. Dr. Hairston Green speaks about the challenges, triumphs, and lessons learned, offering deep insights into the importance of father presence and support. As an Assistant Dean at th...

Welcome back to the Black Fathers Pulse! In this riveting episode, we delve into 'From the Field to Fatherhood: Building Champions in Our Communities' with our distinguished guest, Brandon Williams. Transitioning from a successful NFL career, Brandon is using his athletic discipline to transform lives through the Boys and Girls Club of Greater St. Louis. Discover how this former St. Louis Battle H...

Welcome to The Black Father's Pulse podcast, hosted by Dr. Alvin Thomas. In this episode, we delve into the remarkable story of Eunice Attechigobe and her 10-year-old son Sean, a Mensa member at age four and Instagram science instructor with over 1.4 million followers. Eunice shares her journey navigating the challenges of raising an extraordinary child, her unwavering partnership with her husband...

Welcome to The Black Father's Pulse, where fatherhood meets purpose. In this episode, Dr. Alvin Thomas talks with Aundre Stanisclaus, a passionate young soccer player from Grenada. Aundre shares his inspiring journey from playing soccer since he was three to representing Grenada's under-15 national team and earning a call-up to the senior squad at just 16. Dive into Aundre's dreams of playing inte...

🎙️ New episode of The Black Father's Pulse! Dr. Alvin Thomas sits down with 10-year-old science sensation Sean Atitsogbe—aka Sean the Science Kid, Mensa member, and Instagram star with 1.4M followers. They talk about making science fun, breaking stereotypes, and why curiosity is the key to learning. Plus, Sean shares mind-blowing science facts, experiments you can try at home, and advice for kids...

Join Dr. Alvin Thomas on The Black Father's Pulse as he dives into the critical topic of Autism within Black families. In this insightful episode, Dr. Thomas is joined by Dr. EdDee G. Williams, an assistant professor at Boston College and a leading expert on Autism in Black youth. Together, they tackle the stigma, misconceptions, and unique challenges faced by Black fathers navigating their child'...

Navigating Black Fatherhood and Professional Life with Dr. Ryan Warner Welcome to The Black Father's Pulse, where Dr. Alvin Thomas dives deep into the unique challenges and triumphs of Black fatherhood. In this episode, Dr. Thomas is joined by award-winning consulting psychologist Dr. Ryan Warner. Together, they explore the intersection of professional lives and fatherhood for Black men, discussin...

In this deeply moving episode, we delve into the heart-wrenching stories of Sheila Albers and Narene Stokes Crosby, two mothers from different racial backgrounds united by a shared, devastating loss. Sheila's 17-year-old son John was tragically shot by police in 2018, while Narene's 24-year-old son Ryan faced a similar fate in 2013. Despite the differences in their stories, these mothers have tran...

Welcome to the Black Father's Pulse podcast hosted by Dr. Alvin Thomas, a clinical psychologist and professor. In this emotionally compelling episode, we embark on a two-part special series titled 'Mothers in Arms" In part one "Divided Justice - United by Tragedy: Two Mothers' Stories on Race and Policing"  we hear from two courageous mothers, Narene Crosby and Sheila Albers, whose sons were kille...

Join Dr. Alvin Thomas on this episode of The Black Father's Pulse as he delves into an empowering and insightful conversation with the Honorable Prime Minister of Grenada, Dickon Thomas Mitchell. Explore the dynamic world of Black fatherhood, leadership, national identity, and building legacies. Prime Minister Mitchell shares candid stories about his upbringing in Grenada, the role of community in...

Welcome to The Black Father's Pulse, where fatherhood meets purpose. In this episode, host Dr. Alvin Thomas, a clinical psychologist and professor, dives into the critical topic of early literacy with special guest Dr. Dipesh Navsaria , a clinical professor of human development and family studies. The episode features insightful data on the reading proficiency gap and emphasizes the importance of...