Menpathy

A lot of Black children in urban communities witness death on a regular basis but have no access to therapy or healing outlets. In this episode, Nash and Chao are joined by the super talented, twin DJs, TP + Perks aka The BLKIDTWINS (@blkidtwins). The twins take a deep dive into their experiences living in the hood, witnessing a brutal murder as pre-teens, and how their unhealed trauma has affected them. They also share some personal stories about their competitiveness with each other and some of their experiences as DJs. Follow us: @menpathypodcast

In this super laidback episode, Nash and Chao are joined by budding star/performing artist, Big Zaddy East. The trio sip on some Dusse and chop it up about hip hop, dealing with superficial people, and how to stay grounded during it all. Big Zaddy East also gives insight into his entourage and why they're oh so necessary. Things get a little hectic as Nash has to excuse herself due to unexplainable and random bodily pain. Follow us @Menpathypodcast

Vulnerability is an aspect of manhood often overpowered by the societal stigmas that equate being vulnerable with being "weak". In this episode, Nash and Chao are joined by special guest and public speaker, DeRonn Kidd (@deronnk), as they smash the stereotypes surrounding men and vulnerability and reveal why and how being vulnerable is actually a superpower. Nash also shares how her past inability to let go of her pride and ego single-handedly destroyed her engagement. Follow us: @menpathypodcast 

In this laughter-filled episode, Nash (@nashxrose) and Chao (@chaowilliams) are joined by Instagram/TikTok star "IG Bum" (@i.g.bum) aka Tino. The guys, who have been friends for nearly a decade, reminisce about their experiences of squatting in abandoned homes and couch surfing as they navigated the Big Apple in hopes of making their dreams come true. Things get emotional towards the end as Tino reflects on the difficulty of that period of time and having to make the best of it. Follow us: @menpathypodcast

It's Mental Health Awareness Month and we think you should set aside some time for self care. Nash (@nashxrose) and Chao (@chaowilliams) are joined by Cosmetic Chemist, MJ (@onlyyouskincare), who also happens to be their first female guest! MJ shares the many ways that men can pamper themselves in general and also with her very own unisex skincare line Only You Skincare. Nash and Chao also share their individual self care routines which may or may not actually be that great. Follow us: @menpathypodcast 

Sometimes Menpathy is simply having a good conversation with a friend. Get to know Nash and Chao in this episode as they casually chop it up about their traveling experiences, preferences, and opinions. Nash shares why she likes to travel alone while Chao shares some AirBnb horror stories. Follow us: @menpathypodcast

Is watching porn while in a relationship a bad thing? Does it mean your partner isn't satisfying you? Is it a sign of turmoil? Nash (@nashxrose) and Chao (@chaowilliams) welcome back Hunter Weaver-Daniels (@theonlyhunter) for quite the taboo topic as they discuss all things porn. Hunter gives his take on why men enjoy porn and how it relates to the dynamic of a relationship, Chao claims he doesn't watch porn though as his stories unravel this claim becomes more and more questionable, and Nash admits to watching an unexpected porn category. NSFW, Family Stay Away... but everyone else, tune in! Follow us: @menpathypodcast

In this episode, Nash (@nashxrose) and Chao (@chaowilliams) are joined by the multi-talented DJ/Rapper Chuck Baka (@chuck.baka). Get ready to laugh and learn as Chuck and Chao reveal how men handle breakups, why they move on so fast, and how they determine who gets the "girlfriend" title. Also on the table of discussion: Love Languages and why they're so important. Happy 4/20! Follow us: @menpathypodcast

What does it mean to be a provider? Why do women automatically expect a man to take on that role? In this episode, Nash (@nashxrose) and Chao (@chaowilliams) are joined by special guest Samori Touré (@southandthecitypodcast) as they share their experiences and opinions on the matter. Nash also shares her experience with being completely provided for by an ex and how that affected her as an adult later on in life.Follow us: @menpathypodcast 

It's the slap that was felt around the world. Nash Rose and Chao Williams are joined by guests Sean Jackson (@sean_don23) and Hunter Weaver-Daniels (@theonlyhunter) as they break down the incident between legends Will Smith and Chris Rock at The Oscars. They also discuss mental health, cracking under pressure, and if what Will did was actually protecting Black women.

Nash and Chao are back with Season 2! In this episode, they discuss the many stereotypes that men get boxed in to, why men lose interest in sex during a relationship, the false idea that all men are protectors, and so much more! Tune in and follow us: @menpathypodcast

BONUS EPISODE ALERT! Nash and Chao share what goes on behind the scenes of Menpathy, how the podcast has affected their friendship, and what they've learned throughout the journey. They also dive into Kanye West's recent Instagram meltdown regarding Pete Davidson and Kim Kardashian and find themselves theorizing a pretty interesting conspiracy. Follow us: @menpathypodcast

In this episode, DJ Tasi (@djtasi) from The Bay Area joins Nash (@nashxrose) and Chao (@chaowilliams) to share his intricately interesting story of navigating and breaking trauma cycles passed down from one generation to another. DJ Tasi opens up about his relationship with his father and how it's affected his own parenting, his newfound mental health journey, and how he manages to practice compassion and forgiveness in the process. Y'ALL- We had some sound malfunctions in this episode but trust- it's still worth the listen!! Follow us: @menpathypodcast

In this episode, Nash (@nashxrose) and Chao (@chaowilliams) discuss the confusing world of friends with benefits and how properly communicating could not only save a lot of headaches but also potentially change the entire situation into something more serious. Follow us: @menpathypodcast

The wandering eye; A lot of men have it but what does it really mean? For a lot of women this could feel highly disrespectful, but what if it's truly an innocent glance that men are innately wired to do? Nash (@nashxrose) shares her experiences with past exes and their wandering eyes and Chao (@chaowilliams) gives perspective on what's really going on when a man appreciates the beauty of another woman. Follow us: @ menpathypodcast

In a society where cheating seems to be inevitable, we have to start to question the reason behind such a seemingly common betrayal. In this episode Nash (@nashxrose) and Chao (@chaowilliams) are joined by Samori (@samori.t) and Tony (@tonynotiger) of the South and The City podcast as they go deep beneath the surface to discover what is actually going on when a man decides to cheat. Could it be as simple as fear of conflict? Are women essentially forcing men to cheat by upholding unrealistic expectations? Or, could it be that monogamy is simply an outdated concept? These are just a few of the ideas discussed as each host shares their own personal experience with cheating and being cheated on. Follow us: @menpathypodcast

Believe it or not, men lie for a very simple reason and society itself may be the blame. Nash and Chao discuss the different layers of lying, why men do it so much, and the importance of creating a safe space for the truth. They also debate whether the lie itself is the problem vs. the intent of the lie. Nash shares how her ex manipulated her into a relationship with a major lie and Chao shares the lie he can't stop telling for some reason. Follow us: @menpathypodcast

This episode begins with a narrated excerpt from the controversial article "How We Kill Our Sons Long Before They Die In The Streets." by Ms. Melanian. An unusual perspective that questions the actions of mothers and how they shape the future of their sons, for better or worse. Nash and Chao are joined by Hattress (@iam_hattress) and Tony (@stonytony914) of The Poet Tree Podcast. The four of them share their individual reactions to the article and the personal experiences they relate to it. To read the article, hit the link in our instagram bio @menpathypodcast.

Child support is a necessary thing until it's used in an abusive way. Comedian Dave Lester (@comediandavelester) joins Nash and Chao for a conversation about a very familiar and taxing reality that so many men face and loathe: child support. In this episode, they discuss how some women use it as a vindictive form of control when all a man really wants is to be in his child's life. Also, Chao hilariously admits to breaking the law and Nash shares her experience with supporting an ex who went through a grueling custody battle.

Some days you just feel depressed, and that's okay. In this episode, the very talented comedian/painter/award-winning documentary filmmaker Julian Edward Williams (@julianedwardwilliams) shares his experiences with managing his depression as well as his personal evolution from hiding and denying it to openly accepting it as part of who he is. Chao also shares his experiences with how social media has negatively affected his self esteem from going viral to being ignored by the algorithm. Follow us: @menpathypodcast

Does sex on the first date matter? Will a man think differently of a woman if she gives away the goods too soon? Are women considered to be purer if they have less sexual partners? In this episode, Nash and Chao share their experiences as they filter through the different layers of “quick” sex and how it affects a man's overall perception. Follow us: @menpathypodcast

Nash and Chao dive into the booty and discuss whether or not it's really an important factor for the male sex drive, if real butts are better than fake butts, and if paying for a fake butt is just a false sense of self esteem. Chao also shares his experience with dating a woman who got a BBL, as Nash questions if men are to blame for the impossible beauty standards of modern day society.

Without the proper emotional support, a man can feel extremely lonely in a relationship. Emcee, Bryan Alyn Merritt (@bryan.alyn.merritt) joins Nash and Chao for a conversation about what emotional support actually is and the importance of it. They also discuss why giving a man an ultimatum is a big no-no, whether or not men should be allowed to have female friends when in a relationship, and the consequence of codependency. Follow us: @menpathypodcast

In this episode, Nash and Chao explore the topic of role models and the impact of not having an appropriate one in your life as a child. Crackheads, sexual abuse and throwing rocks into oncoming traffic are just a few experiences that Chao shares as part of his harsh realities growing up in the tough neighborhoods of Washington D.C. and North Philly, without a proper role model. Nash questions if the lack of role models is the reason why some men rely so heavily on their friends, their approval, as well as the glorification of celebrity life. Follow us: @menpathypodcast 

Should a man always pay for the first date? Does offering to split the bill instantly make a woman "girlfriend material"? Chao shares his experiences with paying for dates and how different races of women have reacted to the bill. Nash is shocked to learn that there seems to be a cultural difference of expectation when it comes to expecting the man to foot the bill as she confesses what it actually means when she offers to pay. Follow us @menpathypodcast

Nash and Chao talk through the many layers of being a "simp" and how to differentiate it from simply being in love. They also discuss if there's ever a justifiable moment to be a simp like, for instance, if Michael B. Jordan was the prize or better yet- a billion dollars was on the line. Nash shares how she realized her ex was simping while Chao confesses some hilarious simp behavior.

In this episode, Nash and Chao talk about how emotional men truly are, and the importance of allowing men to cry when it's necessary. Chao reflects on how always being told to "toughen up" as a young boy affects his present day adulthood as a man. While Nash shares some lessons she's learned from not understanding a man's emotions in her previous relationship. She also repeatedly tries and fails at making analogies, but the point is- therapy rocks.

Hosts Nash & Chao present: "Menpathy." Where Men are shown a lot of much needed empathy. In partnership with Three Springs Media.