2 Men 1 Mic

In this final episode of 2022, Marc and Tavarus discuss their personal concepts of wealth. They are starkly different, and this episode highlights the balance their unique opinions strike. They answer questions like:What is wealth?Is it a number?What are we actually working towards when pursuing wealth?Why wealth? Whose dream are we really chasing?Is wealth even a conversation worth having?Thank you for a year of incredible support, listens, likes, shares, comments, emails and community building. We've learned so much over this past year, and we are glad you came along on the ride with us. We're taking a short break to plan and create more content for the next season. Be sure to follow us on IG @2Men_1Mic for never before heard content and updates. Email us at 2men_1micpodcast@gmail.com with any questions you may have, stories about how the podcast has impacted you, or even ideas for topics you'd like us to talk about. We appreciate you! Merry Christmas to you and yours, and a prosperous and happy new year!Support the show

THIS ONE WILL CHANGE THE GAME!In this episode, Marc and Tavarus discuss the importance of having the right circle of influence around you and the right people in your corner, at the right time, and for all the right reasons.There's a popular statement used by large corporations and successful people around the world, and it reveals one of the secretes to success. The statement goes like this, "No one gets there alone". So true! We've heard for years that "it's not always about what you know, but who you know"! There's so much packed in that one statement, and the goal of this episode is to help unpack it, and give practical steps as to HOW to apply this truth to ones life. We firmly believe that growth happens in community. Elevation thrives in relationships with others who fall in one of 3 categories of your "Developmental Network". Those levels are:1. Peers2. Mentors3. SponsorsEach of these levels are absolutely necessary for growth, development and expansion. They work perfectly in tandem with each other, yet one doesn't yield "best hopes" without the other.Here are a few great articles that also provide deeper insight on what it means to have a strong Developmental Network:1. https://gsm.ucdavis.edu/blog/having-mentor-vs-having-developmental-network-diversity-key2. https://www.bumc.bu.edu/facdev-medicine/files/2009/12/Developmental_Network-AssessmentKramandHiggins.pdf3. https://www.indeed.com/career-advice/career-development/why-is-a-mentor-important#:~:text=Mentors%20can%20provide%20specific%20insights,in%20the%20role%20more%20quickly.As always, thank you for listening, and we appreciate your support! Please LIKE, SHARE, AND SUBSCRIBE IF YOU HAVEN'T ALREADY!Follow us on Instagram @2men_1Mic for updates and more content!Support the show

I'm sure we'd all agree (or most of us over the age of 25) that MANHOOD in America (and around the world for that matter) is about as clearly defined as mud.In this episode, Marc and Tavarus dive into another rich conversation around the topic "Manhood and Mentorship". What exactly is a man? What defines a man these days? Does that definition change  based on the culture, generation, gender expression, social expectations, or stage of life? Or are there certain unquestionable characteristics or values that help determine what makes a man a MAN, or not?  What's a mentor and what's his/her role in helping a "MAN" become a "MAN"? We promised we'd share with you the origin of the word "mentor", and it can be found here https://www.growthmentor.com/blog/origin-of-word-mentor/Marc and Tavarus both serve as positive male role models for many of the youth in the city of Jacksonville; most of which come from hard places. Marc's own son, Jemari, is his first and most important investment. Tavarus serves with other local non-profit organizations helping to shape young men into "MEN OF TOMORROW"!SO, what defines a man? Well, listen down to what the fellas have to say about it. Please, comment, share, and be sure to follow the 2 Men 1 Mic Podcast on all podcasts outlets, and on social media @2men_1Mic! We out!!!Support the show

EPISODE 9! Marc and Tavarus dive into some rich convo about LSR; Love, Sex and Relationships.  As husbands who both have past lives of lots of fun and lots of LSR, the conversations travels down the path of what LSR meant in the past, and what it means to them now. They both share funny stories about their beliefs, their current struggles, and also how they've managed to navigate the journey of becoming; especially as it relates to this topic.  Things get a bit quirky, transparent, and downright funny in this episode, but it's all in the name of fostering healthy conversations from the perspective of 2 Men and 1 Mic.Thank you for your support. We welcome positive feedback, show ideas, rebuttals, and constructive criticism. Email us at 2men1micpodcast@gmail.com, follow us on IG @2Men_1Mic. Be sure to subscribe to our Youtube Channel 2 Men 1 Mic, as well as our podcast for updates, new content, and to be kept up on what's coming up next.Until next time!2 Men 1 Mic Podcast - No Cap - We Out!  Support the show

In this episode Marc and Tavarus revisit a conversation that was sparked on one of their many "power trips", this one to Spartanburg, SC specifically.  What started as an epiphany moment for Marc after meeting several successful members of Tavarus's family, ended in a conversation about genetics, DNA, family traits and wealth.It was evident early on upon meeting Tavarus's family that there were inherent family values around hard work, persistence, dedication, entrepreneurship, and the enjoyment of the "pay off".  What wasn't so easily detected was the fact that all of these values weren't necessarily passed down; some where acquired, picked up along the way and incorporated at the appropriate time.  I (Marc) was also shocked to realize that our backgrounds, though starkly different, aligned in many ways as well. We like Tavarus's immediate family, were very poor early on in life. We ate from dumpsters, lived on a toxic waste dump site, surrounded by death, disease and addictive behaviors. Much of which was passed or handed down to me genetically. However, and oddly enough, we were very rich in love, family support, faith and "grit". In this episode, Marc and Tavarus go on to discuss topics such as:Generational WealthEpigeneticsWealth MindsetFamily values and moreWe also thought it would be helpful to provide the following resources to maybe help spark conversations that could lead to healthier and wealthier futures for generations to come:Creating a Wealthy Mindset: https://www.lifecoach.com/articles/wealth/talanes-top-10-tips-create-wealthy-mindset-attract-true-wealth/Rich Dad, Poor Dad: https://www.richdad.comThe Dave Ramsey Show: https://www.youtube.com/c/TheRamseyShowEpisodesProject Restore Ministries; Increasing Financial Literacy: https://restoretoday.org/As always, please like, comment, share and subscribe to this podcast. We want to reach as many people as possible with these rich conversations, and by sharing and subscribing, you can help us make that dream a reality.Support the show

“I've learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel. (Maya Angelou)In this episode, Marc and Tavarus dive into a rich conversation with the founder and CEO of THE First HBCU Themed Elementary School, Cameron Frazier.Amongst many other accolades, Cameron is the proud Founder and Principal of Becoming Collegiate Academy; a first of its kind aimed at educating and raising up strong students who are proud of their heritage and are ultimately poised to be world changers, just like Cameron. He's a “son” of the Eastside community of Jacksonville, FL, where he returned and spent his early years of teaching as a way to give back and pay it forward.In this interview, Cameron shares his passion, his vision, his dreams, and pieces of his story with Marc and Tavarus in a candid and heartfelt way. He speaks about his drive to help Black and Brown students experience a sense of “belonging” similar to the ethos that is so often experienced and celebrated on the campuses of HBCUs across America. He believes this model will not only instill pride in these students, but will also help lift the HBCU experience up beyond age old negative stereotypes, and elevate them and their unique communities to their rightful place in the history of this great country.If you'd like to learn more about Cameron and the amazing work he's doing visit their work at: www.becomingschools.org, email them at info@becommingschools.org, follow them on FB and IG at Becoming Collegiate Academy. Further support them by visiting https://www.becomingschools.org/support  As always, If you have suggestions about a topic you'd like to hear discussed, or would like to know more about how you can support this podcast, email us at 2men1micpodcast@gmail.comFollow us on IG @2men_1Mic for updates!Support the show

Our physical health not only impacts our physical bodies, but it is also directly correlated to our mental health as well. In this episode Marc and Tavarus discuss their commitments to maintaining healthy lifestyles, how it's positively benefited them individually in life, and how they've managed to stay on the ever evolving journey of staying healthy. They both take there physical health rather seriously and use this episode to encourage others to do the same. According to Healthypeople.gov:More than 80% of adolescents do not get enough aerobic physical activity to meet the guidelines for youth.Physical activity can lower the risk of Early deathCoronary heart disease StrokeHigh Blood PressureType 2 diabetes Breast and colon cancerFallsDepression and more...Tavarus recently entered and placed first in another duathlon! Factors that are negatively  associated with adult physical health include:Advancing ageLow IncomeLack of timeRural residencyPerception of great effort needed for excellenceOverweight or obesity Perception of poor health Being disabledSupport the show

May is Mental Health Awareness Month. In line with honoring those who are dealing with any sort of mental illness (patient or caregivers), Marc & Tavarus have a very candid conversation with licensed Mental Health Professional and CEO of Step by Step 4 Help (https://step-by-step4help.com/), Dr. Desiree Jones. Not only does she bring sheer Connoisseurship to the conversation, but she's also the first guest speaker on the show!Dr. Jones has years of experience in this space and has dedicated her life to addressing the needs of those living with mental illness and promoting the overall mental health of all Americans. She shares with our audience some of her personal story and how she came into this line of work, as well as other invaluable information about her journey as a mental health care professional.Dr. Jones has a God-given passion to bring awareness to communities and people groups everywhere, however her heart bleeds for African American and other disenfranchised communities who don't normally have access to this information nor resources to help them cope with and normalize mental health.Marc and Tavarus also share very personal stories about how they've each overcome (and are still working through) some of their very own brushes with mental health and its impact. This episode unveils the importance of:Reversing stigmatization Early detectionMental illness and how it plays outWhere to go to get helpWhat does "listen with your eyes" mean?What are some triggers that often spark bouts of mental illness?Is there a cure?What treatment options are there?Where does one find community and belonging in this space?And much more....If you'd like to contact Dr. Desiree Jones, feel free to visit her website:https://step-by-step4help.com/ for more information.Support the show

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This month on 2 Men 1 Mic, Marc Dickerson and Tavarus Hogans focus on a term widely used in western corporate ladder ascension; Power Trips.However, the 2 Men duo put a unique spin on what this term has meant in their own lives and the birth of this podcast.What is a power trip?Who's more likely to fall into the trap of power tripp'n?Is it just a term that lends itself to corporate contexts?Or are they more prevalent than we may even realize?When asked to define power trips, most people refer to a person, typically in a professional setting, who has more influence, seniority or higher ranks than others, and uses said status to wield their bravado and substantiate their superiority. Power Trips: An Activity or way of behaving that makes a person feel powerful; something that a person does for the pleasure of using power to control other people.We've all seen this, in some way or another, and not all have been in corporate settings. Parents power trip, coaches, spouses, athletes, clergymen/women...heck it's probably something we've all done at some point.With all the buzz around the Will Smith and Chris Rock debacle during the most recent live taping of the Oscar's, it's obvious that power trips know no boundaries, respect very few settings, and are hard to back away from; especially when one's own personal power and bravado are being questioned or attacked.This term, however, has a more esoteric meaning for Marc, Tavarus, and the very life of this podcast. Listen as these brothers share how several trips (literally on the road) turned into moments of increased power (knowledge, understanding, insight, personal and professional growth, etc...) and how they've used these to empower others to become seekers of more power. Email us: 2men1micpodcast@gmail.comFollow us on IG @ 2men_1Mic for updates!POWER TRIPS!Support the show

Loyalty is often times displayed in the most challenging of times.The famous group Whodini released a song in the 80's that became an anthem for loyalty and friendships! The lyrics are a perfect backdrop for this episode. For all of our millennial and younger listeners, check out some of the lyrics:Chorus:Friends, how many of us have themFriends, ones we can depend onFriends, how many of us have themFriends, before we go any further let's be friendsIn this episode of 2 Men 1 Mic, Marc and Tavarus dissect a few nuances related to loyalty.  Loyalty has been associated with such terms as support, allegiance, and faithfulness to name a few. Marc and Tavarus dive into an interesting conversation about loyalty in the context of friendships, marriage, gender based stereotypes, and our various cultural influences. What does this word mean to you?Another brilliant stanza of the same song says:Verse:We like to be with some, because they're funnyOthers come around when they need some moneySome you grew up with, around the wayAnd you're still real close too this very dayThese prophetic rappers leaned in on the concept of loyalty from a friendship standpoint so much so that many of  who grew up in that era adopted these lyrics as the “code” on loyalty.  Again, what are your thoughts about loyalty and relationships?Listen as we share our thoughts on:Loyalty as it Relates to SexLoyalty as it Relates to Sexual OrientationLoyalty in Relation to TrustTrust Earners vs. Trust GiversHere's our takeaway:We all have different ideas about this concept, which have been shaped by individual experiences, our own shallow and deep cultures and our individual worldviews.  Things have changed so much over the years, and time has presented us with the challenge maybe redefine cultural norms, rethink who and what we pledge our allegiance to, and how we view others as it relates to this concept of “loyalty”. If you have suggestions about a topic you'd like to hear discussed, or would like to know more about how you can support this podcast, email us at2men1micpodcast@gmail.comFollow us on IG @2men_1Mic for updates!Support the show

“Comparison is an act of violence against the self.” Iyanla Vanzant.In this episode, Marc and Tavarus dive into a rich dialogue made up of personal stories and testimonies of past success, painful defeat, and lessons they've learned from both.Society and culture puts such high demands on us, from as far back as many of us can remember, to be the best, excel, and win - at all costs. This pressure can also come from our familial influences, and tends to follow us throughout our lives; whether internally or externally. It tends to be more prevalent among males, and even more among Black males (these are opinions, and not necessarily statistically supported).What if the cost of winning is too high, or better yet, what if always winning is just not a reality?Should we not strive for it? Is it wrong to think that losing is NOT an option?Is it realistic to think that we'll never lose?What do we do, or how do we process the emotions that arise, not if, but when we lose?Marc and Tavarus both have rich histories of successes in many areas of life; they are starkly different (Marc has experienced many successes in the academic, music, and creative arts field, and Tavarus has done so in the academic, sports, and business arena). However, they've also both felt the grief of being so close to a dream, a vision, a wish, the apex of their lives - to have it all disappear faster than it came to be.The conversation explores such questions as: What does 2nd place/almost even mean? What 2nd place finishes do you recall in your life?What impact did they have on you (mentally, physically, emotionally, etc..)?Competitive, Compete, CompareWhat are the strengths/dangers of comparing oneself to another?What role has competition played in your life?Some of the key takeaways were:1st place comes at a high price; but not all are willing to pay it.Some people are simply “better” than you.The need to compare oneself to others is a necessary reality for many, but much more of a prison for many more.Being the best you can be is all that can be expected of you, by you and by others.Winning at the “right” cost always outweighs winning at “any” cost.2nd place is a weakness for those who misunderstand it, but an incredible character builder for those who embrace it.If you have suggestions about a topic you'd like to hear discussed, or would like to know more about how you can support this podcast, email us at 2men1micpodcast@gmail.comFollow us on IG @2men_1Mic for updates!Support the show

“The single biggest problem in communication is the illusion that is has taken place” (Author Unknown)In this episode, Marc and Tavarus dive into a rich conversation about the importance of effective communication. Communication by definition is the imparting or exchanging of information or news. We are, whether we know it or not, always communicating something. It's how we converse with the world around us.It happens in several forms:VerbalNonverbalCerebral (right brain)FacialBody (language)VisualAudibleSilence In any type of communication, the hat you choose helps determine the emotion they feel.Dad hat, husband hat, friend hat, counselor hat, listener hat, parenting hat, CEO hat, brother hat, man hat, coach hat - whatever hat you are wearing at the moment helps determine your approach, and the emotion your audience feels. Some of the questions discussed are:Why is communication or effective communication so important?What constitutes effective communication or an effective communicator?How do you know if you're an effective communicator?HARD TRUTH: You're probably not as effective as you think (watch a video of yourself, ask someone else).How much of a role does “listening” play in the “ART” of communication?3 Important questions you can ask yourself before you communicate:What do I want them to know?What do you want them to feel?What do you want them to do (what are their next steps, what's the call to action, what's the application?)If you have suggestions about a topic you'd like to hear discussed, or would like to know more about how you can support this podcast, email us at 2men1micpodcast@gmail.comFollow us on IG @2men_1Mic for updates!Support the show

Get to know your 2 Men 1 Mic hosts, Tavarus Hogans and Marc Dickerson. In this trailer they give you a little insight into: Who they areWhat they're doingWhy they're doing itWhen they're doing itHow this came aboutWhat to expectSupport the show