Men Hurt Too

Omarr SalgadoOwner/C.E.O of Fast Forward Films and FFICTV. @fastforwardfilms Head of Acquisitions for Dame Dash Studios. Omarr comes to share his truth on Life Love Entrepreneurship Family Mistakes Fatherhood The Village and so much more Do children come out better from two parent households? How important are mother son relationships? Do black men suffer in silence from depression? What do black men need from the black community?To stay on the loop follow on Instagram @newyounationnetwork@traykearney www.traykearney.com Patreon.com/traykearney  Subscribe to the New You Nation Network YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@NewYouNationNetwork/videos To connect with Omarr follow on Instagram @omarrasalgado #menhurttoo #humans #humanbeings #love #support #respect #blackman #blackmen #leaders #leadership #fathers #kings #business #owners #ceo #entrepreneurship  #entrepreneur --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tray-kearney/support

Men Hurt Too welcomes Jeff Billingsley to share his truth. Jeff shares his journey from the streets to entrepreneurship. How fatherhood changed his life and why it's so import to have smart people around you who hold you accountable. We also discussed self care for black men, entrepreneurship, personal growth and development, growing up without a father and so much more. To stay connected to Jeff follow, friend and like on IG @cobblestonemultimedia or www.cobblestonemultimedia.com FOLLOW THE NEW YOU NATION NETWORK YOUTUBE CHANNEL --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/tray-kearney/support

Men Hurt Too Welcomes Special Guest Founder/CEO of Salute 1st Academy of Men Mr. Kendall Taylor. Mr. Taylor will share his truth of how he went from being a repeat offender to a successful business man. He will talk about what motivates, inspires and drives black men. He will also share what shames, emasculates and paralyzes a man from being the greatest version of himself. Our Key topics will be. 1. Winning against the odds. 2. Man of the house syndrome. 3. Over coming adversity. We will also touch on fatherhood, marriage, mistakes, fatherless homes, forgiveness and so much more. Services/Products: Salute1st E1 Leadership Program for Men. Please reach out if you need personal growth and development. Mr. Taylor's Virtual Training Platform is available for men of all walks in life and circumstances. To stay connect follow, friend and like Social Media: @salute1st (IG, FB, Twitter) --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/tray-kearney/support

Welcome Marcus Boyd as he shares his truth on living as a black man with Autism. Marcus Leonardo Boyd is 4x Award winning Autism Activist. He is also a 13x Award Winning Music producer and composer. Marcus is the CEO of Multiple businesses. He was born with Autism and didn't start speaking until he was 13 or 13 1/2 at a 2 year old level. So many doctors said the left side of his brain didn't function correctly and he would never get an education, feed himself, put his own clothes or be able to function on his own. He was on so my medications and he had problems with communication and emotional issues. He was abused for years in every way you can imagine. He was in 17 different foster homes, 16 different group homes and 16 different mental hospitals. Marcus was in electrical shock therapy for years where he was electrocuted for 20 minutes a day for years to get him to focus to take his medication. Him being non verbal and feeling alone he felt like no one would love someone with Autism. He also felt like no one would understand him. Today God has blessed him to be in places he never dreamed of. Marcus shares how he was beaten, starved, raped and counted out. He shares how he overcame what many would expect to destroy him. Marcus gives us an inside look at what autism is, how it feels and what is associated with a meltdown. His story will give you hope, inspiration and motivation that you can do ANYTHING you put your mind too. To stay connected to Marcus follow him on Instagram @autismactivistmarcusboyd or on Facebook Marcus Leonardo Boyd To stay in touch with Tray or be a guest on the show contact tray at tray@traykearney.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/tray-kearney/support

Bill Davis joins us to share his truth on what successful black fathering looks like. The why, how and what it takes to raise successful children as a single black dad. Bill shares how many people thought taking on raising his four children as a single dad was not a good idea. He shares how he defeated the odds and overcame the challenges by forming a village. Bill has two sons and two daughters he discussing the difference in raising sons vs raising daughters and why it was important to not only recognize but acknowledge the difference in order to raise healthy men and women. He shares his experience with trying to date being a single dad of four. Was he treated like a single mom of four? Were his struggles the same of that of a single mom? Was it more difficult or did people give him more help because he is a man? Bill's book Baba and the Crew : A True Sorry of a Single Black Father's Journey to Redemption outlines his journey of raising four children on his own from the ages of 3, 5, 7, and 9. His story will motivate, encourage and inspire you to push harder and go further. His message of you have what it takes to succeed if you just believe in yourself will give you your second wind. For more information to book Bill Davis or to purchase his book go to www.babaslegacy.com To stay connect to Tray go to www.traykearney.com or follow on all social media @traykearney --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/tray-kearney/support

Our guest Shawn Dove joins us to share his truth. Shawn shares what it felt like to never wake up to his dad in the home and how that influenced his parenting style. He also takes us down his journey of wanting to jump on the train tracks when he thought that was the best option he had at the time to discovering there is a light at the end of the tunnel. He shares how he went from addiction to walking the halls of the White House. Shawn is on a mission to support, educated and advance our black boys and men to the leaders they are born to be. He discusses the importance of community and how our words can actually save someone's life. Listen in as Shawn gives clarity on what men need and how they actually receive what is offered. We also touched on your circle of influence as well as accountability. "There is no cavalry coming to save the day!" ~Shawn Dove To stay connected to Shawn follow friend and like @Shawn_dove on Instagram Shawn Dove on Facebook. To pre-order your copy of Shawn's soon to be released book "I Too Am America" go to www.dovesoars.com To contact Tray or be a guest on "Men Hurt Too" tray@traykearney.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/tray-kearney/support

Dr. George James joins us to share his truth from the practical to the clinical side. He shares the importance of balance in raising sons and daughters. Dr. James explains why it is just as important to hug his son as it is to hug his daughter. He believes boys should be allowed to express their feelings, so he makes it a point to teach his son the importance of vulnerability. He also shares why there is such a struggle in communication and the trauma that ghosting someone can cause. Are you afraid to share because it's an "emotional risk"? We have eye opening dialogue on why it is hard to take this risk and how to overcome this challenge. Dr. James goes on to encourage finding a tribe to uplift, support, love and check you. A safe space to share and grow. You are only as good as your circle. To stay connect to Dr. James go to www.gerogetalks.com or follow on Facebook Dr. George James and Instagram @georgetalks To keep in contact with Tray www.traykearney.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/tray-kearney/support

Alfuquan Hardy comes to share his truth on Manhood, fatherhood, home, relationships, divorce and starting over. He shares one of his biggest disappointments in his life and how he overcame his struggles. Al shares the importance of FINISHING what you start. We also get his take on the benefits and pressures of coming from a home with both biological parents and being raised by accomplished parents as well as a parent who is a Pastor. Al is the author of the book Jack of All Trades Master of One and the creator of the movement "Black Men Are Dope" Black Women Are Dope" & "Black Love is Dope". Al's take on life will definitely give you some direction, motivation and hope. To stay connected to Alfuquan Hardy on social media you can find him @alfuquanhardy on Instagram and Al Hardy on Facebook. To purchase his book Jack of All Trades Master of One or Merchandise go to www.mralhardy.com To stay in touch with the host Tray Kearney go to www.traykearney.com or follow, friend and like on all social media @traykearney --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/tray-kearney/support

Our latest guest Pel joins us to share his truth.  Pel shares how he was raised by a mostly female village.  However he expressed the importance of having the right  male energy in his life with his uncles and other male mentors and how it contributed to his development.   He goes on to share that life is about embracing your unique gifts and talent. That every human being is on this planet to do great things. He is not one to hold his tongue and was straight no chaser dropping major gems.  Come learn what comes to mind when the words love, wealth, spirituality, life, wisdom and home where thrown at him. Be sure to listen until the end to find out about "Robot Legs." To stay connected to Pel follow him on Instagram @PelNyc  For more information on Tray go to www.traykearney.com  --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/tray-kearney/support

NJ Assemblyman, Community Activist Jamel Holley joins us to share his truth. Jamel shares that there is no obstacle that you can't overcome if your are persistent and consistent. He shares his journey of being born to a fifteen year old mom and how the support of the village made him the man he is today. He goes on to share the importance of boots on the ground. Why it is vital to not only go into the community you wish to serve but to get input and feedback from the very people who are experiencing the obstacles within their very own communities. He also makes it know how important it is to have people who look like the people in the community to have a seat at the table. Jamel is more than white noise in the background he is a trailblazer and game changer in the community. His demonstrated leadership has allowed him to bridge many gaps and foster relationships on everything from preserving Roselle taxpayers’ dollars, to standing up for the creation of good government spending practices, to supporting youth recreation, and preserving open space. In 2002, Jamel earned his Bachelor of Science Degree in Criminal Justice from New Jersey City University, and holds a Master ofPublic Administration Degree from Kean University. In 2001, Holley was appointed by New Jersey’s Deputy Majority Leader to serve as Chief of Staff. That appointment earned him recognition as the youngest Chief of Staff in the State of New Jersey for any of the State’s 120 Legislators. On November 2, 2004, Holley won the General Election for Councilman At Large in the Borough of Roselle. He became the youngest Councilman in Union County at age 25. Holley was once again successful in his 2007 and 2010 election bid for Councilman At Large. In November 2011, Holley was elected Mayor and became the youngest Mayor ever elected in the Borough’s 117th year history. In January 2015, Holley was appointed to fill a seat in the New Jersey General Assembly representing the 20th Legislative District. This appointment made Holley the first African American to represent the district in the New Jersey Legislature. Holley later won the election bid for the full term in November 2017 and again in November 2019. Currently, Holley is the Director of Public Works for the Township of Irvington. Holley’s future plans include continuing his public service in order to serve others using his experience and knowledge of local, state and federal government. To stay in contact and Support Jamel you can follow him on social media FB Jamel C. Holley, Instagram/Twitter @jamelholley or jamelholley.com To stay in touch will Tray Kearney www.traykearney.com or follow on all social media @traykearney --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/tray-kearney/support

Mark Momplaisir joins us to share his truth. Mark shares his journey from emotional unawareness to being fully aware of and in control of his own emotions. He speaks on the importance of being accountable for yourself. Mark goes into detail of how healing generational pain can change the dynamic of our legacies. He is a huge champion of every member of families healing. His book Strong Women, Fed-Up Men, Defeated Sons, Broken Daughters touches on all aspects of healing. If you would like to stay connected to Mark or purchase his book IG: @mark_plaisir FB: Mark Plaisir | Facebook twitter: @mark_plaisir Strong Women, Fed-Up Men, Defeated Sons, Broken Daughters: Healing Generational Pain - Healing Vibes (FOR SIGNED COPIES) Strong Women, Fed-Up Men, Defeated Sons, Broken Daughters: Healing Generational Pain: Momplaisir 0, 0 Mark 0: 9781982263058: Amazon.com: Books Strong Women, Fed-Up Men, Defeated Sons, Broken Daughters: Healing Generational Pain by Mark Momplaisir, Paperback | Barnes & Noble® (barnesandnoble.com) Strong Women, Fed-Up Men, Defeated Sons, Broken Daughters By Mark Momplaisir (balboapress.com) To stay connected with Tray www.traykearney.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/tray-kearney/support

Lionel Hilaire comes to share his truth. Lionel was teased at an early age for simply being who he was a Haitian American. He shares how being bullied turned him into the ultimate people pleaser which was literally killing him. Lionel goes on to share his codependency in his marriage and how it led him down a dark road of depression. He then leads us down his journey of healing and wholeness all the way to helping others. Lionel has written two books to help those who have suffered in silence to get out of their own way. His poem he shared "We Hurt Too" inspired by the death of rapper/actor DMX gives a true glimpse of the pain that black men endure on a daily basis. To stay connected to Lionel or purchase his book follow him on Instagram @lionelhilaire or Facebook Lionel Hilaire. To stay in touch with Tray @traykearney or www.traykearney.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/tray-kearney/support

Dr. Boyce Watkins Joins us to share his truth. Dr. Boyce gives his take on relationships, financial issues and the importance of the black love in the community. Dr. Boyce shares why he thinks black relationships are failing and not just romantic relationships. Business, friendships and all other relationships across the board. He also shares his story of being born to a 17-year old single mom and placed in special education as a child all the way to during the year of his graduation from The Ohio State University being the only African American in THE WORLD to earn a PhD in Finance. To stay connected to Dr. Boyce go to www.boycewatkins.com or follow on instagram @therealboycewatkins.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/tray-kearney/support

Marc Thompson comes to share his truth. As Marc takes us on a little of his journey he shares on healthy mother/son relationships and the importance of forgiveness for both parties. Why effective communication is essential to all relationships. Marc shares tips on raising daughters and what his upbringing taught him about being a parent. Marc also shares why we must bring back the village mentality. To connect with Marc for motivation and inspiration or for photography or videography for your events you can go to @idareyoutodream on Instagram. To connect with Tray go to www.traykearney.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/tray-kearney/support

Adrian comes to shake things up a bit as he shares overcoming what may have destroyed many but allowed him to help others. On his journey he discovered that men are treated differently based on their gender and what society has deemed normal. Adrian challenges the listener to rethink some things they learned on the journey to adulthood. He states from a quote his God-sister shared learning is education an unlearning is elevation. During the interview Adrian encourages women to be honest with what they truly want and not just pick and choose what is most beneficial to women as opposed to what's beneficial to everyone. He asked some real hard thought provoking questions!!!!!!!!! To connect with Adrian or to purchase his book Let's Get Married & Do Everything Except Make It Last follow on Instagram @adriancarterspeaks or visit www.adriancarterspeaks.com To connect with Tray www.traykearney.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/tray-kearney/support

Keith Perrin founder of the worldwide brand Fubu shares some of his journey with building the brand but more importantly he shares his journey as Keith Perrin the man outside of the Brand. He shares about the highs and lows. How his mother was both the mother and father to him. The value of the content of your character and the importance of building meaningful relationships personally and professionally. Keith shares his truth of not only rediscovering himself but being true to who he has always been authentically. His latest endeavor is CEO of Fubu Radio be sure to download the @officialfuburadio app via iHeart Radio. If you would like to connect with Keith you can find him on Instagram and Twitter @mrkeeyzo To stay connect with Tray follow friend and like on Instagram @TrayKearney --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/tray-kearney/support

Our Guest Andre Turnbull is up next to share his truth. Andre states "Healing is Messy." and shares some tough things he not only went through but grew through. Andre shares how his mom's divorce from his stepfather the only father he knew that he sincerely loved devastated him. He goes into what happens when a young man is violated at a young age from his experience of being sexual assaulted. He speaks about abandonment issues as well as how devastated it is for a man to lose his mothers. For more information or to connect with Andre @mrandret or @mastermindconnect on Instagram or email Andre.turnbullenterprises.net To connect with Tray or to be a guest on the Men Hurt Too Podcast email tray@traykearney.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/tray-kearney/support

Our guest Youth Mentor and Personal Development Coach Antoine Nelson dives into the deep end of the pool as he shares his experience of being raised by a single mother, being incarcerated and turning his life completely around. He shares how he lost his innocence at eight years old to an older woman who babysat him and his brothers. Antoine shares how that affected the way he raises his children and the fact that he didn't realize anything was wrong with having sex at eight until he had his own children. We also talked about the importance of mentorship for our young black boys. Setting examples for them in the community and teaching how important team work is. If you would like to connect with Antoine go to www.antionenelson.com or you can find him on Instagram @antoinethinfluencer To connect with Tray go to www.traykearney.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/tray-kearney/support

We speak so much on the side of men and intimate relationships today Bashea Williams shares with us relationships on a whole when it comes to black men. He shares how they communicate and why a man may shut down. He gives us some insight on women and narcissism. He also shares how negative talk is also a form of affirmations and how when you speak negatively to a man you have affirmed him in a negative way. Bashea Williams is a is a licensed Clinical Social Worker, Relationship Advisor, Entrepreneur and Author of the book #DearFutureWife. For more information or to purchase your copy of the book please go to www.basheawilliams.com or check out his Youtube Channel https://www.youtube.com/Basheawilliams you can also follow him on Instagram @basheawilliams --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/tray-kearney/support

Author, Financial Expert, Motivational Speaker and Business Man Bishop De'Andre Salter breaks down the culture of money. He shares how he went from filing for bankruptcy to To building a multi-million dollar company by age thirty. Bishop De'Andre not only shares some jewels from his book "The Culture of Money" he explains the difference between making money and building wealth. He also shares why it is important to do more than just pray. To order your copy of "The Culture of Money or to stay connected to Bishop De'Andre Salter visit www.thecultureofmoney.com or go to www.impactww.church --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/tray-kearney/support

An open and honest discussion with Darrin Henson. You may know him as Lem from Soul Food or Orlando Duncan from The Family Business. You may also remember him from Stomp the Yard or being the award winning Choreography for NSYNC’S “Bye,Bye,Bye!!!!!” During this episode you will get to know Darrin the real man. Find out what inspires and motivates him. Listen as he discusses the obstacles he has overcome while living and growing up in the spotlight and dealing with public scrutiny. Discover how he began owning his truth and being accountable for his actions. We will discuss things like homelessness to colorism and so much more. So buckle your seat build as we take this ride with Darrion as he dispels the Lies and exposes the truth about who he is as a black Hue-Man. Sponsored by the Leader and Lover Podcast To Connect with Darrin go to www.darrinhenson.com or follow, friend and like on social media Instagram @iamdarrindhenson @gods.billboardtshirts #blackman #blackmen #blackexcellence #menhurttoo #soulfood #actor #lem #dancer #producer #actor #director #leader #leadership #coffeewithT #itshealingtime #loyalty #respect #man #Godsbillboardshirts #LeaderandLover #LeaderandLoverPodcast --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/tray-kearney/support

Chavez Gibbes shares his journey of overcoming obstacles most would have used as an excuse to be average. This transparent conversation will give you the strength to share your story. He shares his experiences from foster care to reuniting with his biological parents to owning and knowing who he is and how he would not let what happen to him define who he would become. His story will motivate and inspire you to live within your power. For more information on Chavez Gibbes go to @th3beardechef on Instagram, Chef Gibbes on Clubhouse or email at Chavez.r.gibbes@gmail.com To connect with Tray go to www.traykearney.com or follow on Instagram @traykeaney --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/tray-kearney/support

How to overcome childhood trauma. Randall Toby share how homelessness did not become a crutch but a catapult to his success. For more information you can contact/follow Mr. Toby on Instagram @breakfastwithourboys or @mmenmgrp To purchase Suited for SUCCESS www.breakfastwob.org To Contact Tray Kearney go to www.traykearney.com follow on Instagram/Twitter @traykearney --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/tray-kearney/support

Carl shares his truth on how men manage and maintain friendships amongst themselves. We dive into should man have female friends while in a relationship. Can man and women be platonic. To get more information or to work with Carl Michel go to www.youngexekutive.com follow on Instagram @youngexekutive --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/tray-kearney/support

Our first woman guest celebrity therapist Vladimire Calixte shares why she and her husband felt it was urgent to start TherapyForBlackMen.org She shares information from a therapist point of view the hits and misses of how to help black men cope, communicate and heal. Vladimire also lends her personal perspective on loving and respecting her husband. For information or to work with Vladimire go to www.therapyforblackmen.org or www.liferebuilding.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/tray-kearney/support

Peeling back the layers of a man our guest Robert "Buddy" Harris shares how men operate in different areas of their lives. From their job to their home life as well as their connection with God. Buddy enlightens us on what men go through when they experience a close loss. How men self medicate on different vices and why. Please connect with Robert on Facebook The Kingdom Group @thekingdomgrp/ The.Kingdom.Group Instagram/ Email TheKingdomGroupNJ1@gmail.com/ (732)510-0932 I Promise U LLC (I Promise U NON-Profit) To reach Tray Kearney email Tray@TrayKearney.com To purchase your copy of "Men Hurt Too" go to www.TrayKearney.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/tray-kearney/support

Single Father Eddie Love shares his experience of being a single dad raising a daughter. The ups and downs, how people view single dads, being the only Dad at school events and how it affected his romantic life. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/tray-kearney/support

How a young black man stays grounded in God when it is the unpopular thing to do. Maintaining morals and values in a world where anything goes. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/tray-kearney/support

The importance of black father son relationships and how they affect the man a boy will become. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/tray-kearney/support

Lamonte Faison shares how to start the radical self recovery journey from broken men to whole human. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/tray-kearney/support

Are black men just lazy? --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/tray-kearney/support

Kevin Carr discusses dating as a black man. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/tray-kearney/support

Can Black Men Be Faithful? --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/tray-kearney/support

Are black men ready to be accountable for their own decisions? --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/tray-kearney/support

How black men process grief and depression. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/tray-kearney/support

A real discussion on how black men process and deal with rejection. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/tray-kearney/support

Why black men struggle with abandonment issues.  --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/tray-kearney/support