365 Brothers - Listening to Black Men

J. Cottle is a 2019 National Arts Strategies Creative Community Fellow, a member of the Martin Richard Institute for Social Justice Advisory Board, and the Tisch College Community Partnerships Committee.

He holds a B.A, M.Ed and is an educator, arts administrator, musician and writer. He's Founder/Executive Director of Dunamis. He has worked as an arts-educator at the Boston Arts Academy, Dorchester Academy, Boston University/ Malden Public Schools Reach For The Stars Academy, BELL and the Young Civic Leaders Coordinator and Education Specialist at MassVOTE. As an arts-administrator he has supported the Community Music Center of Boston, BPS Performing Arts Department, and the Berklee College of Music. J's work specializes in designing curriculum and O.S.T-programs using integrated arts-techniques and youth development practices to facilitate transformative growth.

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About this podcast: In each episode, a Brother reflects on his life; explores the experience of being a Black man in America; shares his interactions with law enforcement; and answers the signature question "If America was a woman, what would you say to her? You won't find a collection of conversations with Black men like this anywhere else. Hear their wisdom. Be inspired.

Host, Rahbin Shyne, is an author, educator, creative and avid half-marathon walker. https://www.linkedin.com/in/365brothers/

1. Special thanks to our earliest and consistent supporters, Sonji Walker, Abigail Gonzalez, William C. Hamilton, Jr. and Shedrick Sanders!!!

Dr. Herbert Harris is a retired attorney and author of numerous books including How to Make Money in Music, a highly popular guide book to the music industry published by Arco/Prentice Hall and Power Thoughts for Your Success.

After practicing law for many years, Mr. Harris retired to pursue a full-time writing and speaking career. Dr. Harris studied under Dr. Frederick Eikerenkoetter (Rev. Ike) and became the Director of the Science of Living Institute in New York City. A former national marketing director with NSA, Herbert is a much sought after marketing and wealth building expert. After graduating from Columbia University in New York City, Dr.Harris became committed to lifelong learning. During his term at Time Magazine in New York City, Herbert launched a free lance writing career that eventually evolved into a nationally syndicated newspaper column called Thoughts for Success. His knowledge pursuits have taken him all over the world and have helped him relate to audiences of all ages, cultural backgrounds, and educational levels.

Links to all things Herbert Harris at herbertharris.info

Favorite movie: Black Panther

Favorite book: The Bible

 

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About this podcast: In each episode, a Brother reflects on his life; explores the experience of being a Black man in America; shares his interactions with law enforcement; and answers the signature question "If America was a woman, what would you say to her? You won't find a collection of conversations with Black men like this anywhere else. Hear their wisdom. Be inspired.

Host, Rahbin Shyne, is an author, educator, creative and avid half-marathon walker. https://www.linkedin.com/in/365brothers/

Special thanks to our earliest and consistent supporters, Sonji Walker, Abigail Gonzalez, William C. Hamilton, Jr. and Shedrick Sanders!!!

Chef Donald J. Smith was born and raised in New Orleans, the heart and soul of Creole and Cajun culture. It was there that he learned the ins and outs of authentic Creole Cuisine at the feet of his mother and uncle. Known in culinary circles as “Chef D,” the chef specializes in Creole, Cajun, and soul food. Chef D has owned several restaurants. His portfolio boasts preparing meals for various entities, including conventions, corporations, celebs like Barry Bonds, The O’ Jays, The Clark Sisters and Miguel. He also cooks to feed those who are in need. 

Through his company, Chef D Services, not only does he mix his own spices, for his spice line Yes Chef Gourmet Spices and Foods, but he has also written cookbooks, Donald Lukie Smith New Orleans Underground Chef (2020) and most recently, The Underground Chefs, for which he was the visionary author. 

Chef Donald now has 20-plus years of experience in culinary cuisine preparation under his belt and has received many awards, including “Gumbo” competitions, and accolades. In 2018, he was voted one of Louisiana’s best chefs, and in 2020, he received the Culinary Excellence Award from the National Black Chef Association.  Last summer, Chef D was also named Culinary Ambassador for Louisiana for the National Black Chef Association. 

Outside of the kitchen, the chef is very active in his community including involvement in the Salvation Army, American Culinary Federation, the Association of African American Chefs, Jugs Social Club Krewe of NOMTOC, the National Black Chef Association, 100 Black Men, and Glad Tiding Men of Distinction . Chef Donald is the founder and president of Urban Chef Alliance, Founder of Cooking for Life 5013c. He also speaks openly about his experience with therapy and mental health, understanding this is a subject many Black men still shy away from for fear of being criticized. 

Follow Chef D on Instagram @chefdservices. 

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About this podcast: In each episode, a Brother reflects on his life; explores the experience of being a Black man in America; shares his interactions with law enforcement; and answers the signature question "If America was a woman, what would you say to her? You won't find a collection of conversations with Black men like this anywhere else. Hear their wisdom. Be inspired.

Host, Rahbin Shyne, is an author, educator, creative and avid half-marathon walker. https://www.linkedin.com/in/365brothers/

Special thanks to our earliest and consistent supporters, Sonji Walker, Abigail Gonzalez, William C. Hamilton, Jr. and Shedrick Sanders!!

As early as ninth grade, Rodney Perry knew he wanted to be an entrepreneur. He shares what it was like to work during the Covid era and moving from his job to full-time entrepreneurship. Plus, there are new questions this season, His answer to what women don't know about Black men gave me chills.

Rodney Perry is a digital creative from Jackson, TN. His Podcast Simply King has been in publication for 6 years and counting. Culture and society critic. He loves to assist other creatives in actualizing their ideas.

Rodney's website is http://lifeasking.com. Follow him on Instagram @kings_memoirs.  Check out his Legacy Leaders Series interview.

Favorite movie: The Last Dragon.

Favorite words: You control your perception.

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About this podcast: In each episode, a Brother reflects on his life; explores the experience of being a Black man in America; shares his interactions with law enforcement; and answers the signature question "If America was a woman, what would you say to her? You won't find a collection of conversations with Black men like this anywhere else. Hear their wisdom. Be inspired.

Host, Rahbin Shyne, is an author, educator, creative and avid half-marathon walker. https://www.linkedin.com/in/365brothers/

Special thanks to our earliest and consistent supporters, Sonji Walker, Abigail Gonzalez, William C. Hamilton, Jr. and Shedrick Sanders!!!

Miguel Landestoy is Jazz Pianist, Educator and Arts Administrator and Podcaster based out of Boston MA currently working at Berklee College of Music as a student advisor. As a “multi-hyphenate”, he is constantly looking towards the next step on his artistic journey and how he can better serve the artistic community. The first of his family to be born and raised in the U.S, Miguel produces art that reflects his unique lived experience in the hopes that it might inspire others to do the same. As an educator, Miguel strives to teach the whole person, using the piano as a guide toward confidence, empathy and respect for the human condition.

In October of 2021 Miguel launched Playblack, A podcast dedicated to nerdom, reviews, and hot takes on arts & culture and the human experience from the perspective of two melanated artists. The project, in collaboration with his partner J Cottle, has received acclaim and funding through the Boston Opportunity Fund. Most recently Playblack received a grant from the New England Conservatory's Entrepreneurial Musicianship department to produce The BIPOC Artist Hour, a limited series exploring the unique experience of POC artists and what brings them joy.

Miguel holds a B.M in Music Business from the University of Massachusetts Lowell and an M.M from the New England Conservatory in Contemporary Improvisation."

Connect with Miguel: https://www.linkedin.com/in/miguel-landestoy-270a8796/

Favorite song: Blackbird

Favorite words: Practice shouldn't sound good.

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About this podcast: In each episode, a Brother reflects on his life; explores the experience of being a Black man in America; shares his interactions with law enforcement; and answers the signature question "If America was a woman, what would you say to her? You won't find a collection of conversations with Black men like this anywhere else. Hear their wisdom. Be inspired.

Host, Rahbin Shyne, is an author, educator, creative and avid half-marathon walker. https://www.linkedin.com/in/365brothers/

Special thanks to our earliest and Founding Supporters, Sonji Walker, Abigail Gonzalez, William C. Hamilton, Jr. and Shedrick Sanders!!

In this final episode of our 4th season, host Rahbin Shyne reflects on this pivotal moment in the United States' history when white supremacy is on the rise and the voting rights gained from the 1960s Civil Rights movement are on the wane.

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Full interviews return in July!

In the hospital recovering from surgery, Leroy Mitchell was depressed and without purpose. The NFL was the long game. There was no back-up plan that interested him. Fortunately the well-timed gift of a Bell Hooks' book from his mentor changed his life. It offered a new way to view his life, his maleness, his future. The conversation on colonial masculinity has opened up my eyes to how much it defines our view of our gender roles, regardless of our sexual identity. Powerful conversation.

Leroy Mitchell is a Masculinity and Mental Health Trainer for the Black Emotional and Mental Health Collective (BEAM).

Favorite song/artist: Frankie Ocean (Link to Thinking 'Bout You)

Favorite words: "Integrity means being whole, unbroken, undivided. It describes a person who has unified the parts of his or her or their personality, so that there is no longer a split in the soul."

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About this podcast: In each episode, a Brother reflects on his life; explores the experience of being a Black man in America; shares his interactions with law enforcement; and answers the signature question "If America was a woman, what would you say to her? You won't find a collection of conversations with Black men like this anywhere else. Hear their wisdom. Be inspired.

Host, Rahbin Shyne, is an author, educator, creative and avid half-marathon walker. https://www.linkedin.com/in/365brothers/

After Greg Hall, M.D. started volunteering in his community, he was tapped by the Governor's office to join the Ohio Committee on Minority Health. That was the beginning of his growing expertise on the health disparities between African-Americans and other racial groups. Reading research study after research study, he noticed a correlation between the nutritional deficits most common among African-Americans and the diseases that have the most devastating impacts on Black life expectancy. His research lead to the creation of Sequence Multi-Vitamins specifically designed to enhance African-American health.

His book, Patient-Centered Care for African-Americans is a trailblazer in providing guidance to doctors, medical school students and hospital residents. A second edition is already being prepared. Most recently, Dr. Hall was named Medical Director of University Hospital's Cutler Center for Men and will oversee a multidisciplinary approach to improving all men's health. Dr. Hall and his wife Melanie have three adult children.

He drops a lot of great knowledge and humor throughout our conversation. Make sure you subscribe to the 365 Brothers YouTube Channel. Excerpts that didn't make it into the official episode will drop later this week.

Favorite song: Family Reunion by the O'Jays

Favorite words: "Life's most persistent and urgent question is "What are you doing for others?" - Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

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About this podcast: In each episode, a Brother reflects on his life; explores the experience of being a Black man in America; shares his interactions with law enforcement; and answers the signature question "If America was a woman, what would you say to her? You won't find a collection of conversations with Black men like this anywhere else. Hear their wisdom. Be inspired.

Host, Rahbin Shyne, is an author, educator, creative and avid half-marathon walker. https://www.linkedin.com/in/365brothers/

How often have you come across a male nurse African-American nurse? Not so often, right? Demarcus Stevenson assures me there are plenty around when the National Black Nurses Association hosts a gathering.

Demarcus is currently pursuing a Doctorate in Nursing Practice (D.N.P.), after earning his B.S. in Nursing and M.S. in Nursing and Healthcare Administration. He has over sixteen years as a practicing nurse specializing in Surgery. He currently works as a circulating nurse in the operating room.

Originally from Memphis, Tennessee, Demarcus studies and resides in California's Bay Area.

Favorite movie: Love and Basketball.

Favorite words: "The hassle is worth the tassle." His favorite book is Sista Soulja's The Coldest Winter Ever - A Novel.

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About this podcast: In each episode, a Brother reflects on his life; explores the experience of being a Black man in America; shares his interactions with law enforcement; and answers the signature question "If America was a woman, what would you say to her? You won't find a collection of conversations with Black men like this anywhere else. Hear their wisdom. Be inspired.

Host, Rahbin Shyne, is an author, educator, creative and avid half-marathon walker. https://www.linkedin.com/in/365brothers/

Raised in Temple Hills, Maryland, just outside of Washington, D.C, a young Eric Archer frequently visited the Smithsonian museums. He fondly remembers standing underneath an iconic (now defunct) whale exhibit at the Museum of Natural History. It left quite an impression. He's now a Marine Biologist based in San Diego where he researches whale family genetics and taxonomy. He also loved visiting the Nation Air and Space Museum. Yep, he's also a pilot. And a 3rd Degree Black Belt. And plays bass. A few of his other hobbies include sailing, kayaking, scuba diving, woodworking, camping and hiking. He also drops a few jokes here and there, so maybe comedian is his next opportunity to test the limits of mastery.

Favorite song:  Woman in Chains by Tears for Fears.

Favorite words are an elaborated version of this quote from Lao Tzu's Tao Te Ching: "Water is fluid, soft and yielding. But water will wear away rock, which is rigid and cannot yield. As a rule, whatever is fluid, soft and yielding will overcome whatever is rigid and hard. This is another paradox: what is soft is strong.”  

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About this podcast: In each episode, a Brother reflects on his life; explores the experience of being a Black man in America; shares his interactions with law enforcement; and answers the signature question "If America was a woman, what would you say to her? You won't find a collection of conversations with Black men like this anywhere else. Hear their wisdom. Be inspired.

Host, Rahbin Shyne, is an author, educator, creative and avid half-marathon walker. https://www.linkedin.com/in/365brothers/

John Wayne S., III got his start as a Production Assistant for George Tillman's first film, Scenes of the Soul. Two decades later, he's a filmmaker in his own right, with two films scheduled to release this year. Before starting Londyn Town Pictures (formerly JWS Productions, Inc.), John also worked in the music industry. He started off  producing music videos. From there he became publicist for Grammy nominated music producer Steve "Silk" Hurley. Starting off with little experience as a publicist, he climbed to the position of Director of A&R where he groomed artists and opened offices in both Japan and the United Kingdom. His film Ebony Hustle was released this past December.

John's Film Company: Londyn Town Pictures; You can check also out his film Red All Over.

Connect with John: LinkedIn: Instagram; Facebook.

Favorite movies: Yentl and Malcolm X

Favorite words: Stay focused and determined.

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About this podcast: In each episode, a Brother reflects on his life; explores the experience of being a Black man in America; shares his interactions with law enforcement; and answers the signature question "If America was a woman, what would you say to her? You won't find a collection of conversations with Black men like this anywhere else. Hear their wisdom. Be inspired.

Host, Rahbin Shyne, is an author, educator, creative and avid half-marathon walker. https://www.linkedin.com/in/365brothers/

His family immigrated to the United States from Jamaica when he was a child. Marvin Smith's front row seat to his mother's hard work, sacrifice and commitment to making a better life for her children instilled an unshakable, steady work ethic.

While many of his peers did not attend college, he earned an Associates and then a Bachelor's degree in Information Technology Management. With twenty years in Information Technology under his belt, he is the founder and CEO of Nxus Cloud, an MSP and Cloud Service Provider. We talk about cybersecurity, Russian hacking and more.

Favorite Movie: The Wraith

Favorite words: Carpe Diem

Connect with Marvin at Nxus Cloud; LinkedIn; Instagram; Facebook.

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About this podcast: In each episode, a Brother reflects on his life; explores the experience of being a Black man in America; shares his interactions with law enforcement; and answers the signature question "If America was a woman, what would you say to her? You won't find a collection of conversations with Black men like this anywhere else. Hear their wisdom. Be inspired.

Host, Rahbin Shyne, is an author, educator, creative and avid half-marathon walker. https://www.linkedin.com/in/365brothers/

He has over thirty years of lending his voice to the community in a vast array of careers. Tyree Byndom has done everything from host a radio show for over two decades to being a Founder of Urban UniverCity and Co-Founder of Black Demographics. He's even won multiple awards for his service to his community, including a key to the city. What brings all his varied experiences together is his commitment to lead people to fulfill on their potential, to find the path toward their destiny.

Favorite movie: The Matrix.

Favorite words: "I'm Your Huckleberry" from the movie Tombstone.

Tyree's Links: TyreeByndom; Black Demographics; LinkedIn; Instagram; Facebook.

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About this podcast: In each episode, a Brother reflects on his life; explores the experience of being a Black man in America; shares his interactions with law enforcement; and answers the signature question "If America was a woman, what would you say to her? You won't find a collection of conversations with Black men like this anywhere else. Hear their wisdom. Be inspired.

Host, Rahbin Shyne, is an author, educator, creative and avid half-marathon walker. https://www.linkedin.com/in/365brothers/

Special thanks to our earliest and consistent supporters, Sonji Walker, Abigail Gonzalez, William C. Hamilton, Jr. and Shedrick Sanders!!!

Bobby Rountree's favorite quote is "While you're sleeping, someone else is working." Oh, this Brother is the one working. In the fall he'll receive his Ph.D. in Data Science. This is just one feather in his cap as the founder and owner of Dapper Data, LLC. He can program the computer, track all the data and analyze every bit of it. (Detailed bio below) This isn't his first business, either. He co-owns a restaurant in Ghana, along with a few other prior entrepreneurial ventures. Connect with Dapper Data

Bio: Bobby Rountree is a Data Science Enthusiast, coach and teacher who transforms random, seemingly complex, unusable data into easily digestible, valuable insights that make positive impacts on a business’s bottom line. He has over 13 years of experience in the Information Technology industry, having lent his expertise to a variety of major players in the data space including NASA, Hitachi and the U.S. Departments of Agriculture and Defense. His unique way of cutting through complex data and turning it into clear, actionable takeaways has transformed the way businesses use data to streamline processes, make the most out of sales trends and increase efficiency for everyday tasks. Through workshops and courses showing businesses how to collect, mine and interpret data, Bobby’s earned the nickname “Dapper Data.” When he’s not transforming data points into valuable business strategies, Bobby teaches students. He loves showing students how to look at data as a fun and thought-provoking puzzle to solve. He also gives students an exciting peek inside the data science world and delivers guidance on how to pursue careers in data collection and mining.

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About this podcast: In each episode, a Brother reflects on his life; explores the experience of being a Black man in America; shares his interactions with law enforcement; and answers the signature question "If America was a woman, what would you say to her? You won't find a collection of conversations with Black men like this anywhere else. Hear their wisdom. Be inspired.

Host, Rahbin Shyne, is an author, educator, creative and avid half-marathon walker. https://www.linkedin.com/in/365brothers/

Thank you for all the support. We're busy recruiting new guests, updating the website and a few other items.

Look out for new episodes coming your way on Monday, March 14th.

Shaun Murphy aka Mr. Motivation is the kind of Brother you want in your corner. He's an Army Veteran, Veteran Advocate, Serial Entrepreneur, and Motivational Speaker.  As a Certified Veteran Recruiter, he was recognized by Michelle Obama for his work launching and leading Teach For America's Veteran recruitment initiative "You Served For America, Now Teach For America."  He recruited top military professionals and veterans globally to join the ranks of TFA, ultimately quadrupling the number of veterans joining the corps.  

Professionally, Shaun currently works at UPMC - Lititz in a role that speaks to community engagement, Community Programs Educator.  He also is an Adjunct Instructor at HACC- Lancaster Campus., where he teaches a College Success Course. Additionally, under the umbrella of “The Murphy Group” he runs/owns/operates/leads TMG Properties, My World Entertainment, Mister Motivation Productions and TSX Transport. Murphy currently serves on three nonprofit boards

Shaun lives and works out of his home base in Lititz, PA, and spends winters snowboarding and summers in Barbados with his "two amazing children and dope wife."

Links: Mr. Motivation; LinkedIn; Instagram; Facebook.

Favorite words: "See a man as he isand he will remain as he is. See a man as he could be and he will grow to be what he should be." This is a variation of a quote by Ralph Waldo Emerson.

Favorite movie: The Gladiator.

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Our conversation covers AI in banking, a police shakedown, the crushing bias in our family courts and an ask for Killer Mike. Yes, you want to hear what this former Stanford University track star and current Vice President of Digital Channels at Union Savings Bank in Connecticut has to say.

Chris Barlow has worked for a variety of financial services companies including Citibank, American Express, Standard and Poor's and Webster Bank. His most recent project was bringing an AI-centered budgeting and spending app to his current bank to empower customers and encourage higher savings rates. He's also a doting father, avid cyclist, international music enthusiast and DJ.

Favorite movie - The Matrix

Favorite words - Lilith's Brood, a trilogy by science-fiction author Octavia Butler.

Find Chris on LinkedIn, Facebook or on Instagram @barlowdigital.

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About this podcast: In each episode, a Brother reflects on his life; explores the experience of being a Black man in America; shares his interactions with law enforcement; and answers the signature question "If America was a woman, what would you say to her? You won't find a collection of conversations with Black men like this anywhere else. Hear their wisdom. Be inspired.

Host, Rahbin Shyne, is an author, educator, creative and avid half-marathon walker.

Special thanks to our earliest and consistent supporters, Sonji Walker, Abigail Gonzalez, William C. Hamilton, Jr. and Shedrick Sanders!!!

The lifespan of a dollar in the Black community is about six hours. Melvin Graham is committed to extending that time and to the economic empowerment of Black businesses and the Black community. His media production company is set to release the Black Business Los Angeles series documenting LA's Black business scene on Amazon Prime this September. This is no surprise since his favorite books are Alex Haley's The Autobiography of Malcolm X and PowerNomics by Claud Anderson.

After working in radio and television, Melvin recognized his interest in camera work and production. His company, Render Squad Industries, LLC has provided film production services throughout Southern California.

Favorite song: James Brown's Please, Please, Please.

Additional links for Melvin- Black Business LA; LinkedIn; Instagram; Facebook.

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Corey Ponder enjoyed policy and politics as a subject, but when terrorist bombs went off near his London classroom while studying abroad, he formally switched majors and left his pre-med courses and M.D. plans behind. He hasn't looked back. 

After holding multiple positions as a Security Analyst with the CIA, including as a quantitative methodologist and Liaison Officer, he left government service for the corporate world. As noted, he's worked at Google, Facebook and Meta Platforms, including a stint in Facebook's Privacy Program Management.

In addition to working with Silicon Valley heavyweights, he also owns and runs his own social impact company, em|PACT, helping organizations build inclusive communities by prioritizing empathy as a skillset. 

LinkedIn http://www.linkedin.com/in/barlowdigital; Instagram @barlowdigital; Facebook http://www.facebook.com/barlowdigital/; and everything Corey at https://coreyponder.com.

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About this podcast: In each episode, a Brother reflects on his life; explores the experience of being a Black man in America; shares his interactions with law enforcement; and answers the signature question "If America was a woman, what would you say to her? You won't find a collection of conversations with Black men like this anywhere else. Hear their wisdom. Be inspired.

Host, Rahbin Shyne, is an author, educator, creative and avid half-marathon walker. https://www.linkedin.com/in/365brothers/

 

Wendell Jordan has the kind of work ethic that produces results. As a young twenty-something he hustled in the New York hip hop music scene, signing acts and booking legit gigs. Now in his thirties, he manages his own marketing biz, Jordan Marketing Consultants.

Favorite movie is The Shawshank Redemption.

Favorite word: "Fantastic." The always answer to "How are you?"

You can find Wendell on LinkedIn and at jordanmarketingconsultants.com.

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About this podcast: In each episode, a Brother reflects on his life; explores the experience of being a Black man in America; shares his interactions with law enforcement; and answers the signature question "If America was a woman, what would you say to her? You won't find a collection of conversations with Black men like this anywhere else. Hear their wisdom. Be inspired.

Host, Rahbin Shyne, is an author, educator, creative and avid half-marathon walker.