Down To The White Meat

In this epsiode, we discuss the pandemic's impact over the last year. Join us as we discuss trends, behavioral impact of the pandemic, and our hope for the future. As always we get down to the white meat! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/down2thewhitemeat/message

In this episode, we are joined by two-time Emmy nominated journalist Georgia Fort as we go behind the curtain to examine media's portrayal of Black people and stories in the media. We will examine Georgia's crusade into making sure our stories get told in the right way. It's time we change the narrative and it takes all of us. Now, let's get down to the white meat! Guest info:Georgia Fort is a two-time Emmy nominated Media Producer and Television Correspondent who is changing the narrative through visual stories about race & culture that build equity. Her reporting has been published on CNN, ABC, NBC, Fox and CBS affiliates. Most recently she produced a short documentary “George Floyd: It Happened Here”, and co-directed and edited the award-winning documentary “Rondo: Beyond the Pavement” which is now available on Amazon Prime. The Minnesota native has over a decade of broadcast experience that spans from public radio government television to national commercial television broadcasting. Georgia graduated from the University of St. Thomas where she advocated for student parents and diversity inclusion. She has three daughters and is married to boxing gym owner and professional boxer, Cerresso Fort. GeorgiaFort.com Facebook.com/byGeorgiaFort Instagram.com/ByGeorgiaFort Twitter.com.com/ByGeorgiaFort --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/down2thewhitemeat/message

In this episode, we are joined by Frederick Pellum a former associate professor and financial expert. The Black community has a significant wealth gap as compare to the majority in America, and as a community we know that there are several barriers as to why this is the case. Tune in as we discuss barriers and how to move those barriers out of the way. This is an episode you DO NOT want to miss. We want you to grab your notepad and listen up as Frederick provides us with some game changing advice on how we can level up financially. As always we get down to the white meat! Guest info: Frederick J. Pellum III is a former Associate Professor of Digital Media. For 11 years, he taught at several universities such as The University of Miami, Elizabeth City State University and Alabama State University. While teaching in academia, he learned the fundamentals of building wealth. He quickly realized that the core of this information was not widely known within certain communities. He has taken the passion he has for teaching and community empowerment, and now serves as a registered Investment Advisor Representative. Frederick J. Pellum III, provides valuable education using accessible instruction for families to build and maintain generational wealth. You can contact him at TeamUp1440@gmail.com References: H. Long & A. Van Dam(2020) "The black-white ecomonic divide is as wide as it was in 1968" Washington Post ( 4, June) --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/down2thewhitemeat/message

In this episode, we are discussing some hot topics right now. Listen up as we discussed patterns in relationships, what possibly led to Ciara's drastic change from a Future to a Russell Wilson type, why folks are saying Lori Harvey is not "wifey material" and more. As always we get down to the white meat! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/down2thewhitemeat/message

In this week's episode, we discuss the facts surrounding Black history month and the black experience. We were joined this week by Dr. Jo Von McCalester, PhD. Together with Dr. McCalester we explored the significance of why Black history month is in February (We'll give you a hint, it ain't because its the shortest month!), as well as the significance of the HBCU experience, the importance of African American Venacular English, the connection of knowledge of self and how important this realization is for how you show up in the world. Whew! There is so much to unpack in this episode, now let's get down to the white meat! Guest info: Dr. McCalister is a lecturer in the Political Science Department and Research Associate for the John and Eula Mae Cleveland Endowed Chair in the Afro American Studies Department at Howard University. A triple alum of Howard University, she received her BA in Political Science in 2005, A Master of Art of Teaching in 2009, and her PhD in Political Science in 2015. She also holds a Masters in African American and African Studies from with a concentration in Black Political Organization and Movement from Ohio State Univeristy. Currently, she's associate editor for A Life of The Mind, Essays in Honor of Andrew Billingsley, PhD, an edited volume honoring the contributions of sociologist and former Morgan State University president, Andrew Billingsley. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/down2thewhitemeat/message

In this episode, we were joined by licensed therapist, Montoyia McGowan LCSW, as we discuss feminine energy and power of that oh so controversial concept, "submission". As you listen to this juicy talk, think of what submission means to you. We guarantee you'll walk away from this episode with insight unlike any you've ever experienced. So pull up a chair, pop in your air pods, or turn up the volume on your listening device and let's get down to the white meat! Guest info: Montoyia McGowan LCSW, Owner and Mental Wellness Therapist of Stopping the Chase Counseling, has been doing part time private practice for over 4 years. She has been in the field of Social Work for almost 20 years. Her target audience is comprised of the working well, entrepreneurs, creatives and artists who struggle with Co-Dependency. She helps clients explore their desires for healthier emotional boundaries and support them while they learn to implement those boundaries. She calls these Bougie Boundaries! She walks with clients while they get comfortable with living in their authentic favor and while not feeling the need to apologize for being one of the ones that "made it." Follow her on instagram @stoppingthechasecounseling --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/down2thewhitemeat/message

In this episode, we are bringing you some blarisms as we discuss our reactions on the events leading up to the inarguration. Joining us is one of the creators of the Blarisms movement, Blair Dotten-Haley, an entrepreneur with a degree in political science from Howard University. Come sit with us and listen as we process the storming of the capital, the influence of our former president, and what this means for the Black community as we move forward into this new administration. Think about how you were feeling when these events happen and how you are feeling now. How has it changed? What are you willing to do to make a change? As always, let's get down to the white meat! **This episode was recorded on 1/17/2021*** --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/down2thewhitemeat/message

Welcome back to another season of Down To The White Meat! This past year has been nothing short of challenging for many of us. We wanted to start our season by diving into some much needed conversation around COVID-19. This episode we were joined by the amazing Dr. Walter Scott Metcalfe, MD. Dr. Scott is an American physician and business owner best known for his apperances on Bravo TV's Married to Medicine Series as well as guest expert on Headline News. Dr. Scott will help us get clarity on ways our community can proactively address its health disparities, as well as debunking COVID-19 myths. So sit back, relax, and listen while we get down to the white meat! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/down2thewhitemeat/message

In this episode, we chat about navigating this dating world today. Join us in this light hearted episode as we talk about our dating journey. Now, lets get down to the white meat! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/down2thewhitemeat/message

In this episode, we link up with actor J. Alphonse Nicholson to discuss his evolution. Listen up as he walks us through his early years to present day as the masterful story teller on the hit series P Valley on Starz network, the importance of having a strong support system and finally as we discuss black men and mental health. As always we get down to the white meat! Guest info: J. Alphonse Nicholson is an American born actor and percussionist, active father, and fiance' of Nafeesha Kausar. He is best known for his roles in "P-Valley" on Starz as a series regular, " Just Mercy" a Warner brother's film, " Self Made: Inspired by the Life Of Madam CJ Walker" on Netflix, " Blue Bloods" on CBS, " Mr. Robot Season 2" on USA, " Shots Fired" on FOX, Marvels " Luke Cage" on Netflix, " Tales" on BET, " The Blacklist" on NBC, and " Chicago PD" on NBC. You can follow J Alphonse on instagram @j_fonz. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/down2thewhitemeat/message

In this episode, we give you a look behind the scenes. Listen up as co-hosts, Ce Anderson and Nickia Lowery discuss their passions and what inspired the creation of the show. Learn some of the secrets about your favorite co-hosts and why it's so important to be your authentic self. Get ready to laugh, may be even cry as we share some of our struggles through out the years. Now let's get down to the white meat! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/down2thewhitemeat/message

In this episode, we sit down and discuss the Black experience in public school systems in America. We are joined by the Nicholas Gant an artist, teacher, and all around dope soul. Listen up as we discuss disparities in the system and the importance of representation in the classroom. Now let's get down to the white meat! Guest contact info: Instagram: @ghettofalsetto; Twitter: @ghetto_falsetto; email: Ghettofalsetto.bandcamp.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/down2thewhitemeat/message

In this episode, we confront sexual shame, myths, internalized negative feelings, and ways to develp a healthy relationship with sex and your sexual identity. If you've ever judged yourself OR others based on sexual behaviors, listen up! If you've felt ashamed about your sexual feelings, this is for you. If you find it difficult to talk about sex with your children or even your partner, listen twice. Now, let's get down to the white meat! Guest info: Jasmine Johnson aka Jet Setting Jasmine is a licensed clinical psychotherapist with a strong emphasis on Intimacy Post Injury and Illness. She is the owner and lead therapist of full-service mental health practice, Blue Pearl Therapy. Jasmine is an international sex educator and Master Fetish Trainer. Along with her partner King Noire Jasmine co-owns the three-time award winning, Royal Fetish Films and has over 20 years of experience in the adult industry, in front and behind the camera. Jasmine has a Bachelor's of Sociology and a Masters of Clinical Social Work from The Florida State University. You can follow Jasmine on instagram @Jetsettingjasmine --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/down2thewhitemeat/message

In a world where Black women are unprotected, disrespected, and neglected we are holding a space for you today Black woman. In this episode, we discuss self care like you have likely never thought of. Join us for another transparent and real discussion as we explore self love, now let's get down to the white meat! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/down2thewhitemeat/message

In this episode, Dr. Jeff Menzise, PhD. returns to help us dig deep into the dynamics in relationships where making it down the aisle feels elusive. We examine why "struggle love" is a "debt" that is often never repaid and comes with no guarantee of a ring. It's time we take an honest look at ourselves and dispell the misconceptions that lead BOTH men and women astray. Thank you for joining us, now let's get down to the white meat! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/down2thewhitemeat/message

In this episode of Down To The White Meat we examine the psychology of leadership within the Black church as well as other toxic behaviors within the church that are in need of healing in order to move toward change. We will take an objective look at Pastor John Gray and the dynamics of a his relationship and public opinion. Come sit and listen as we discuss and explore accountability, honesty, shame, and guilt within the church and beyond. We will examine the cycle of abuse and the harm the church can cause when fostering a unhealthy environment for those who are hurting and need healing because 10% truth is still 100% of a lie. Thank you for joining us, now let's get down to the white meat. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/down2thewhitemeat/message

In this episode of Down To The White Meat its time to release your grief. We understand. We want to hold a space for you during this episode, to explore whatever sense of loss you have been feeling as a result of so many tragic events over the past few months such as changes that COVID-19 has brought. Come sit with us as we discuss recent police shootings, tragic deaths of protestors, and the untimely death of Chadwick Boseman. The impact of grief and secondary trauma can be devastating to your life and we are hear to help you make sense of those feelings and provide some tips on how to cope. Thank you for joining us, now let's get down to the white meat! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/down2thewhitemeat/message

In this episode, Chasity Chandler joins us as our sex expert to discuss the distorted perceptions of sexuality in our community. This episode will examine attitudes about sex and how they were shaped. You will learn how your early sexual development shapes your relationship with sex as an adult. How to dismantle unhealthy thoughts, feelings, and beliefs. Parents will walk away with some basic tools on how to manage sex talk with your children and how to improve your attitudes around those talks. Its time to develop a healthy relationship with sex so lets get down to the white meat!!! Guest info: Chasity Chandler, LMHC, MCAP, ICADC, CST, CDWF. Chasity is the CEO of Center for Sexual Health & Wellness, LLC where she specializes in working with children, teenagers and adults on general mental health, trauma, sex/sexuality issues and substance abuse. She works extensively with the LGBTQ+ population on many concerns and she does a lot of work with couples in the areas of communication, conflict resolution, increasing intimacy and passion in their relationships as well as infidelity and more! She is a three time author in her 2019 Best Selling Anthology Sex After Divorce: Been There, Done That & Had The Orgasm to Prove it! With her chapter “Sex, Love & All The Bullshit in Between!” the 2019 Best Selling book Brand New Me The Pursuit of Wholeness with her chapter “A Quest to Feel Wanted” and the 2018 Black Therapists Rock Anthology with her chapter "Sex, Sexuality & Gender: The Unspoken Connection to Mental Health”. Contact info: Instagram: @chasforchange : website: chasitychandler.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/down2thewhitemeat/message

In this episode, we examine the various factors that magnify the impact of domestic violence in the Black community and why its necessary to address these issues in order to decrease incidents of intimate partner and family violence in our community. You will walk away from this episode with a better understanding of the victim and perpetrator of violence, how to support your love one experiencing abuse, and how to avoid getting trapped in an abusive relationship. If you have been a victim of abuse, you will learn some effective ways to move beyond the abuse. Now, let's get down to the white meat! **Resources** National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-7233 Love T.A.P.S by Ce Anderson, M.S., LPC ( available on Amazon and Barnes & Nobles) 12 Ways To Healing: A Guided Journal For Moving Beyond Toxic and Abusive Relationships. By Nickia Lowery, LPC, NCC, CAMS ( available on Amazon and Barnes &Nobles) --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/down2thewhitemeat/message

The lack of protection from childhood abuse/trauma is often a catalyst to further harm and susceptibility to predators. In this episode, we will examine the core of why this cycle continues and give some perspective on how to support and protect our Black girls. Joining us for this discussion is Chiquita Tillman who is a survivor of childhood sexual abuse and human trafficking, now thriving as an advocate and author. Below you will find her contact information as well as five steps to respond to sexual abuse when a child discloses. Now let's get down to the white meat! Five steps to respond to disclosure of sexual abuse from your child: 1. Believe them and validate their disclosure: " I am so sorry this happen to you and I believe you" will help them feel safe 2. Do not ask any details that were not readily given. It is important that the child is not traumatized further for lack of effectively being able to process what has occurred with your child. 3. Try not to react. Your child is already in a very fragile state when disclosing this information. Try not to react in a way that will cause further fear, anxiety, or worry ( such as stating you will cause harm to the perpetrator) 4. Contact advocacy center immediately. There are individuals trained to provide supports needed for your child to heal and criminal investigation to take place if you choose to move forward in this manner. 5. Do not immediately reach out to other family members to disclose the information or attempt to confront the perpetrator along with your child. This will cause further trauma for your child. **National sexual abuse hotline: 1-800-656-4673** Guest contact information: Chiquita Tillman. Author of " I AM A Ruby Not A Sapphire". Website: iamarub2u.com. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/down2thewhitemeat/message

The Black Church is such a integral part of the Black community. It literally can make or break the individual mentally, emotionally, and spiritually. Join us as we dive deep into the understanding the difference between religion and a relationship with the God of your understanding with Margaret Conely, licensed therapist and minister. Ms. Conely has been in social work and ministry for over ten years focusing on the black church, the black family, and stability of African American Mental Health in the context of faith-based trauma. Together in this episode, we examine the damage religion can cause you if you don't have knowledge of self and are not in relationship with that spiritual connection you seek. It's Time to De-program...........It's time to come out of bondage.............Jesus is Black and Black is King! Now let's get Down To The White Meat!! **Contact our guest: MLC Consulting LLC , Smyrna, Ga. (470) 464-0090. Social media: FB: MLC Consulting, LLC. Check out her show on FB called, " Health and Holy Conversations" where individuals are given an opportunity to engage in conversation around social justice, spirituality, and emotional wellness. Follow her on instagram: mending_life_concepts --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/down2thewhitemeat/message

Welcome to another episode of Down To The White Meat! We are joined by Dr. Jeff Menzise who is an associate professor at Morgan State University's Institute for Urban Research in Baltimore, MD. Dr. Menzise is a Doctor of clinical psychology and graduate of two of our finest HBCU's (Fisk and Howard). He is also an author and life coach and has joined us to confront the “isms” that continue to plague the Black community! You can reach Dr. Menzise at: website: mindonthematter.com. social media: @drjeffmenzise. What does it mean to be Black? In this episode, we will examine just who is the gate keeper of Blackness! We examine white supremacy and it's effect on our psyche. The division that it has caused and continues to cause in the Black community! The need for healing through development of a strong self-identity. We examine how not knowing thy self, negatively impacts our spiritual, psychological, and emotional well-being. Now, let's get down to the white meat! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/down2thewhitemeat/message

In this episode we examine the pros and the cons of online dating. Come listen as we process the Why of experiencing being scammed or being the scammer. In this episode you will get insight into the vulnerability of online dating and getting caught up in a toxic situation with someone who is not being forthcoming and essentially taking advantage of an individual. Learn how to not be a victim and tips on how to successfully date online. It's time to get Down To The White Meat! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/down2thewhitemeat/message

*Warning* This episode is quite explicit and may cause some triggering of traumatic memories and or lead to some unsettling feelings.  Please listen with caution and seek support needed once you have processed this episode. This episode will examine the history of sexuality for Black males and sexual trauma that has influenced our culture.  We confront the negative impact of white supremacy and how this has influenced our community to continue to pass down unhealthy views of sexuality and interpersonal relationships.  We will examine Black boys and their victimization and the minimization of that victimization in society.  This episode is going to answer the question on who is a victim and why?  The reality of the female and male predators that have impacted our Black males and the distorted thinking that accompanies how we handle female predators vs male predators.  We will give our assessment of the Jada Pinkett Smith and August Alsina controversy along with other recent social media stories addressing the victimization of Black males. Get ready as we get Down To The White Meat! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/down2thewhitemeat/message

This episode will examine some of the the traditional but yet dysfunctional relationships between elders and children in the Black family.  We confront some of the patters of communication, discipline and bonding in the family.  We will also discuss some healthier ways of interacting with our children and why this is necessary and the benefit to eliminating some of these dysfunctional interactions with our children.  --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/down2thewhitemeat/message

This episode confronts what we need to do as a community to repair us and progress. We will be examining the dynamics between the Black man and woman and how the negative attitudes and behaviors within the Black culture can be detrimental and how to repair us so that we can be a healthy and prosperous community! It's time to get Down To The White Meat! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/down2thewhitemeat/message

This episode examines the trauma of daily Black life and how we can move to a place of living vs surviving --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/down2thewhitemeat/message