Michael Steve

The Emotional Lives of Black Men

Society EN ↓ 10 episodes

It’s exhausting being a Black man—and often, we’re expected to mask it. Many of us weren’t raised to be vulnerable, taught to embrace emotional intelligence, or given space to fail without consequence. The pressure is constant: succeed, but above all, don’t mess up. This podcast is a space for honest, uncensored storytelling where Black men share their truths across different contexts and environments—creating visibility, connection, and a deeper understanding of our emotional lives.

Author

Michael Steve

Episodes

Marlon Miller: Mind, Body, and Spirit 04.09.2025 37:33

A conversation on yoga, meditation, and finding truth within. Marlon shares how connecting mind, body, and spirit creates space for healing and awareness. Originally produced in 2019.

Danny Ray: Community and Quarter-Life Crisis 04.09.2025 26:44

We talk about community, the often overlooked quarter-life crisis, and the struggle to relax. Danny shares his journey of building community through entrepreneurship. Originally produced in 2019.

Nadir Nelson: Fathers, Identity, and Drive 04.09.2025 34:40

Two Northeast natives reflect on fatherhood, identity, and the lessons carried into adulthood. A conversation on personal drive, meaning, and mental health. Originally produced in 2019.

Solomon Hughes: Education and Opportunity 04.09.2025 16:37

An educator’s perspective on Black male mental health, the value of higher education, and how pursuing knowledge benefits both students and instructors. Originally produced in 2019.

Jewel Love: Surviving Corporate America 04.09.2025 26:35

As a therapist and founder of BlackExecutiveMen.com, Jewel talks about self-discovery, psychotherapy, and surviving—and thriving—in corporate America as a Black man. Originally produced in 2019.

Dr. Niyi Omotoso: Immigration and Identity 04.09.2025 18:25

From an immigrant perspective, we explore mental health stigmatization, cultural differences, and the disconnect between African immigrants and African-Americans. Originally produced in 2019.

Sanford Jenkins Jr.: Creativity and Narrative 04.09.2025 35:53

We discuss how mental health shapes creativity, and how the narratives of Black men are constructed and represented in media and creative spaces. Originally produced in 2019.

Brandy Gadson: Therapy and Stigma 04.09.2025 13:04

From a therapist’s perspective, we explore mental health stigmatization, Black men and therapy, and correcting misconceptions. Brandy brings both professional and personal insight. Originally produced in 2019.

Marc Guirand: Career, Culture, and Mental Health 04.09.2025 47:00

We talk mental health and Black males in relation to personal and career development. From stereotypes and cultural influences to family, community, and workplace pressures—Marc shares his journey. Originally produced in 2019.

Season 1 Trailer 04.09.2025 1:15

A glimpse into The Emotional Lives of Black Men Podcast . A space for honest, uncensored storytelling about the pressures, vulnerabilities, and truths of being a Black man. Season 1 was originally produced in 2019.