Men, Can We Talk? Podcast

In episode 20, we sat down with Coach Jay, the founder of Strong Minded Mentoring, and discussed a range of important issues, including gun violence, community policing, and growing up in east Gainesville. We encourage you to support Strong Minded Mentoring by attending their gun violence workshop on Saturday, September 7th at the SWAG Center. #CanWeTalkNetwork #MenCanWeTalk #Community #Mindset #GunViolence

We sat down to discuss some sports topics that we haven't had the opportunity to speak on like the NBA Finals, USA Basketball, and NBA Summer League. This eventually led us into a debate on Kobe not being in the GOAT debate. Y'all let us know what you think in the comments. We will be inviting others on in the future to have these discussions with us. #USABasketball #Sports #NBAFinals #Kobe #Lebron #CanWeTalkNetwork

I pulled up to the 3rd Annual Skills Development Camp in Alachua, FL to chop it up with some local NFL and college talent. The Philadelphia Eagles', Quinyon Mitchell, 22nd pick of the NFL draft was present and I had the opportunity to catch up with him and his dad. Overall, this was a great camp for our local youth and I love what the guys are doing for our area. #CanWeTalkNetwork #MenCanWeTalk #DadCanWeTalk #HGWW #FOY #SXC #SupremeLinemen

It's been a long time coming, bt we finally made it happen! There has been a lot going on in the small town of Newberry, but there are some big voices that had something to say concerning the noise. We pulled up on Coach Ed Johnson and his crew to talk all things football and his recent reinstatement as the head football coach. We also got into some of the local rivalries and there plans to knock off the back-to-back state champion Hawthorne Hornets next year. We were able to hear the perspective of two Newberry players on last season and what they're aiming for next season. You don't want to miss this great interview!

For episode 16, we posted up at Fortitude Gym in east Gainesville. We had the opportunity to sit with two sharp young brothers and discuss the Bike Life. If you live in Gainesville, FL you have probably witnessed Z3 riding around town doing some of the most amazing tricks on his bike. So I reached out to him to hear his story. I must say, this was personally one of my favorite interviews. I love to see young men doing something positive, and he's all about "put the gun down and pick up a bike". I love the message. And the fact that he is taking other young brothers like KShorty under his wing is admirable✊

In this episode we had the privilege of interviewing the talented coaching staff of Eastside High School's football team. We delved into the highs and lows of the season, discussing the team's remarkable resilience in the face of adversity. Our conversation also touched upon the heart-wrenching tragedy of losing a player and how the dedicated coaches played a vital role in keeping the team united during such challenging times. Tune in as we explore the profound impact of these coaches as role models, emphasizing the importance of their mentorship both on and off the field. #highschoolfootball #CoachingStaff #TeamUnity #RoleModels

We teamed up with Flip Da Script Podcast to create some great content for episode 14. We discussed a few different topics including the Bible, questioning God, the importance of humility, legacy, and chemistry vs compatibility in relationships. Go follow Flip Da Script Podcast and Men Can We Talk Podcast on all platforms. Shoutout to my man Jeremy Gordon for allowing us to post up at JG's Barber Lounge for this episode. Hit him up for all of your barbering needs. Stay tuned for more conversations like this, and contact us if you are interested in being a part of the convo!✊

Check out our latest episode of "Men, Can We Talk?" podcast where we dive into the world of high school football! In episode 13, we had the incredible opportunity to sit down with the coaching staff of Hawthorne High School, winners of their first-ever football state title last year. Join us as we discuss their exhilarating journey to victory, getting insights into what it was like to bring home the championship trophy. We also explore their expectations and preparations for the upcoming season, as they strive to maintain their winning streak. But that's not all - we delve into the impact of the new classification system on Hawthorne High School's football program, uncovering how it has influenced their training, game strategies, and overall dynamics. We also address the challenges they've faced with scheduling conflicts and the buzz around player transfers. Don't miss out on this exclusive interview! Subscribe to our "Men, Can We Talk?" podcast on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts to stay updated on our engaging discussions with fascinating guests. Join the conversation and be part of our growing community! #highschoolfootball #HawthorneHighSchool #StateChampions #FootballCoachingStaff #TransferTalk #MenCanWeTalk

We're back after a long layoff! It was only right that we came back with two kings out of east Gainesville and highlight the great things they are doing. Tim Shankle (Homegrown Worldwide) & Cordera Ferguson (Fountain of Youth) sat with us to share why they're so passionate about what they do. They also talked about the importance of the SE Boys and Girls club to east Gainesville. Of course we had to talk about the turnaround happening with the Eastside High School football program. Be sure to show your support to these brothers, it's imperative that we support our own. July 8th they will be having their 2nd annual Skills Development Camp from 9am to 2pm. #MenTalk #Homegrown #FountainOfYouth #FOY #HGWW #CanWeTalk #ShopTalk #Podcast

There was a post going around social media asking "How many times should a couple have sex in a month?". There were many people that weighed in on the topic. So we decided that we would insert our opinions here on the podcast. We have plans to invite our wives in on this conversation at a later date, until then, let us know what you think! #MenCanWeTalk #MenTalk #Sex #ShopTalk #Marriage #Relationships

We sat down with one of our young boys to chop it up about life. We checked in with one another concerning our mental, spiritual, and emotional state. We had Yaakov back for this episode so you know he went off about the state of the black community and the turmoil we are facing here in Gainesville. It got real on a few topics

Episode 8 had us posted up at the Ray residence on a stormy Sunday afternoon. This one was special for me because it's been close to 20yrs since the last time I saw my homie Jeffrey. He did 15yrs behind the walls, and we sat down with him to talk about his experience. Ach Azriel also shared his experience as an officer inside of prison, so this made for some great conversation. #MenCanWeTalk #ManTalk #ShopTalk

In this episode we sat down and discussed the topics of relationships and marriage. Together we had a combined 36yrs of marriage experience and over 40yrs of relationship experience. We also had our young boy Aaron join the discussion, who's in his 20's and single. He was able to give his take on dating and seeking marriage as a young man growing up in the social media era. We hit on many different areas including intermarrying, pitfalls in marriage, pursuing a woman, the effects of social media on relationships, Lori Harvey, and finding the right one. We are sending out an open invitation to a few women that would like to come sit with us on the podcast and give us a woman's point of view on some of these topics

After a quick hiatus, we're back in business. Episode 6 found us sitting down with one of the Hawthorne Road Hoyas, Jerrod "Juice" Owens. We talked about the origin of the Hoyas and why they do what they do. I had to give them props because this year is the 10th year anniversary of their annual Hoya Weekend in Gainesville. Doing anything for 10 consecutive years takes commitment and perseverance, especially for young dudes like them✊

We pulled up to the Muck City Music Showcase at The Fox Lounge to chop it up with a few of the artists. Check out their content and if you rock with it, go subscribe to their socials and support these up and coming artists. Shoutout to my man Danny B for inviting us out to this event, we will definitely be back again!✊

We sat down in this episode to discuss black politics. Topics included being afraid to operate outside of the system, defunding the police, the black church and banking, Larry Hoover, the Poor People's Campaign, and many more things. If you are or know of any black political leaders that would like to come share on the podcast, contact us. We want to continue this conversation. #MenCanWeTalk #Politics #ChangingTheNarrative #ShopTalk #MLK #Community

In episode 3, the brothers sat down with artist Fakksonly, DJ Statuz, and DJ Zoo Hendrix to talk about the state of hip hop. We discussed a variety of topics including digital streaming, rap beef, dj's supporting artists in their city, Mount Rushmore of hip hop, and why the industry supports toxicity over substance. This was a great conversation that needs a part 2, so be looking forward to that in the near future. Appreciate these brothers for being our first guests on the show, nothing but love and respect✊

We're back with episode 2 of MCWT and we came out the gates firing. We discussed the myth of the missing black father. We've heard this topic discussed on many different media outlets, and from many angles. We talked about the ways we agree and disagree with this narrative. Hope y'all enjoy this one! Be looking forward to many more conversations like this as we continue to get men talking. You can support us by subscribing to the YouTube channel, liking the MCWT page, and sharing the content. Thanks in advance!!! #MenCanWeTalk #CanWeTalkNetwork #ManTalk #ChangingTheNarrative

Well the time has finally come, the "Can We Talk?" Network has expanded! This time I brought my brothers along with me to get the conversation started. In this first episode we just wanted to give everyone a taste of what you'll be getting on MCWT. Be looking forward to more conversations with local community leaders, business owners, artists, and more. Subscribe to the podcast on YouTube, Anchor, Apple, and Spotify! #ForTheFellas #MenCanWeTalk #ManTalk