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In this episode, Phil, MSW, MS is joined by Christopher Scott, MSW aka "The Hip Hop Social Worker". Together they discuss hip hop's influence on black mental health, expression of trauma, and toxicity. Chris discusses the impact of his parent's addiction, recovery, and why he chose social work. Lastly, they discuss their Top 5 MC's, with Phil questioning Portland's rap history. Tune-In! Share with...

In this episode, Phil is joined by "Business Growth Expert" and Tedx Speaker, Brandon Blackburn-Dwyer. The pair discuss myths related to "millennials", tips for the entrepreneur, e.g. the importance of saying "No!" to opportunities, and Brandon's transition from being a central figure in Chinese business to a US entrepreneur having to "prove" himself. Tune-in!! Subscribe!! Tell A Brother!!

In this throwback, but highly relevant episode, Phil is joined by Styling For Your Life Founder/CEO, and fellow Clinician, Querida Lugo, MSW. Together they discuss why many entrepreneurs experience symptoms of depression and anxiety, their personal highs and lows as entrepreneurs, and daily strategies on how to maintain/improve your overall wellness. Tune-in!

In this episode, Phil, MSW,MS is live on Dr. Charles Corprew's "What's Your Revolution?" podcast. The pair discusses Phil's revolutionary goals related to mental health. In addition, they discuss the origin of Phil's #YouGoodMan? efforts, the APA's newly issued guidelines on traditional masculinity, Gillette's commercial aimed at redefining masculinity, and why mental health matters. Tune in, shar...

In this episode, Phil discusses his takeaways from the R Kelly docuseries, as well as talking the importance of protecting male survivors, improving the nonexistent conversation on male sexual assaults, to avoid creating the next R Kelly. He identifies signs, symptoms, and consequences of child abuse and how men can truly be allies.

In this 20th episode, Phil MSW, MS identifies strategies needed to achieve goals, avoiding being the "same you" in 2019. He discusses why having more than 2 goals at a time is wasteful, the importance of an accountability partner, and the pros and cons of vision boards. Tune-in!

In this episode, Phil MSW, MS talks about the importance of men having safe spaces, even in a “patriarch” and what that space should look like. In addition, he looks at the "safe space" of therapy, identifying the steps in finding a competent therapist, using his own process as an example. Tune-in and tell a brother!

In this episode, Phil is joined by Jaynay Johnson, MFT where they have a spirited conversation on toxic masculinity, whether toxic femininity truly exists, and discuss strategies to improve oneself if unhealthy thoughts, feelings, and behavior exist. Tune-in!

Join Phil, MSW, MS as he dissects why men opt to compete with other men instead of collaborating. He breaks down hip-hops impact on both, why Michael Jordan was driven by toxic masculinity, strategies to improve one's perspective on competition, and how the Black Enterprise BMXcel conference changed him as a business man and human-being.

In this episode, Phil MSW, MS discusses how depression & anxiety often looks like "black boy rage" in black boys/men and how XxxTentacion's murder reflects the phenomena. He transitions to recapping, "Lawrence 2.0: Men after the breakup" episode, discussing the impact/lessons learned in therapy and how that impacted his recent run-in with his "ex", as well as reviewing tangible strategies to help...

In this "special" episode, Phil is a guest on Baltimore's WOLB 1010 am's "On The Couch Radio" show. He's joined by Rwenshaun Miller of eustressinc.org where they discuss their personal stories, the role of stigma in their mental health journey, whether language such as "man up" is detrimental, and how women can be supportive of men living with mental wellness issues. Tune-in!

Join Phil MSW, MS, as he discusses social media's impact on our "wellness quad". He examines social media's role in our desensitization to violence, etc. and decreased empathy towards one another. He discusses the recent study that found suicide rates for black children are twice those of whites and social medias influence, and why we need to take inventory of our social media presence. Tune-in!!!

Join Phil as he goes on an impromptu impassioned rant about the NFL's new anthem policy. He discusses the impact on the mental health of black men, the importance of having white allies, and why empathy is needed. Tune-in and tell a friend!!

In this episode, Phil dissects the Charlemagne and Kanye interview from a black male therapists perspective. He discusses Kanye's mental "breakthrough", why he vehemently disagrees with his perspective on therapy, and the impact of language when discussing mental health. He also attempts to clarify Kanye's most controversial comment to date, "slavery being a choice". Tune-in.

In this episode, Phil is joined by Sex Trauma Expert, Lauren Allen, MSW. Lauren takes the "Is He A F**kboy Test" based on real life situations, while Phil attempts to talk himself out of f**kboy status. The duo then defines what a f**kboy is, what creates one, and how a man can de-f**kboy himself. Lauren then snaps on Phil as he attempts to describe the physical difference between a high number of...

In this episode, Phil discusses his journey of being a black man, why he's decided to restart therapy after two unsuccessful attempts, 4 years and 10 years prior, and what he hopes to learn. He breaks down the process of how to search for and identify the "perfect" therapist, the role of insurance, what to do if you're uninsured, and he details what exactly happens within a session by using his ow...

In this episode Phil discusses the impact of a breakup on men and their ability to cope. He addresses his recent break-up and how he's the king of sabotage and the "post-breakup pop-up" visit. , why men quickly enter new situationships, and he talks about the varying stages of grief and how related symptoms impact one's physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual wellness quad. Lastly, he offers we...

In this episode, Phil discusses men's physical wellness. He's candid about his childhood obesity experience and how a pair of Guess jeans saved his life. He also identifies the top physical health issues affecting men, the reasons men say why they do not go to the doctor, and he identifies strategies to improve one's physical wellness. Tune-In!

In this episode, Phil discusses the impact of one's mental health on fatherhood and his evolution as a dad coping with depression and anxiety. He also identifies common symptoms to be aware of and the importance of using resources to address mental health and substance abuse concerns. Tune-In!!

In this episode, Phil is joined by Styling For Your Life Founder/CEO, Querida Lugo. Together they discuss why many entrepreneurs experience symptoms of depression and anxiety, their personal highs and lows as entrepreneurs, and daily strategies on how to maintain/improve your overall wellness. Tune-in!

Join Phil MSW as he begrudgingly dedicates an episode to the gathering of terrorists in #Charlottesville. He discusses white nationalism, why "your president" has kept it real from the beginning, and the importance of "Logging Off" along with other wellness tips. Tune-in!

In this episode Phil talks about what it's like for men dealing with mental wellness issues to date/be in a relationship, his past toxic relationships and their impact, and concludes by offering tips for men/women that'll enhance supportiveness of their diagnosed/undiagnosed partner. Tune-in!

In this episode, Phil discusses how elite athletes aren't immune to mental wellness issues. He also identifies stressors plaguing athletes from youth sports to the professional ranks and strategies to work through them. He also opens up about how he was on the verge of becoming the pushy "soccer mom". Tune-in!

In this episode, discussed is the relationship between religion and mental health. Phil talks about the pros and cons of your belief system, and religious rituals, on perception, treatment, and whether the two can "co-exist". Tune-in!

In this inaugural episode, Phil analyzes Jay-Z's latest 4:44 from a wellness perspective, and it's implications on the hip-hop community. He also briefly touches on the Rob and Black Chyna toxic relationship that spilled onto social media. Tune-In