Mental Matters Podcast

Raising children is an adjustment. You often see the children and moms get checked on - but how are the dads doing?? Time to check in to make sure these two new dads are okay as they navigate a new norm in their lives. Intro by @hystericvl Shoutouts: Our wives and kiddos! Website: www.mentalmatterspodcast.com under maintenance! Link to all things Mental Matters Podcast: linktr.ee/mentalmatterspodcast

Three Children. Two Families. One Podcast. Eight Months Later. We are back and apologize for the delay. Had to beat the winter blues and postpartum stress/anxiety as dads. Join us as we dust off the mics and marinate the jerk chicken, and prepare for this fatherhood journey Intro by @hystericvl Shoutouts: Our wives and kiddos! Website: www.mentalmatterspodcast.com under maintenance! Link to all things Mental Matters Podcast: linktr.ee/mentalmatterspodcast

It's important to Protect Your Crown. Councilman James Tate Jr is leading the Protect Your Crown initiative for Detroiters and understanding the importance of mental health. He joins us to talk about this and how Detroit is shaping up as we continue to improve our beloved hometown. Intro by @hystericvl Shoutouts: IG @councilmantatejr Link to City of Detroit's Protect Your Crown: detroitmi.gov/protectyourcrown Website: www.mentalmatterspodcast.com Link to all things Mental Matters Podcast: linktr.ee/mentalmatterspodcast

Summer is here. And it's time for us to “Properly redefining MAN UP….as Dads…. For the culture.”

Two girl dads in the same room (or car), at the same time?! A good Dad is an involved, intentional and active participant. Listen in as Jerrell and Richard discuss beginning their journey to fatherhood and what's to come. WE HAVE A New Website!! Www.mentalmatterspodcast.com Link to all things Mental Matters: https://linktr.ee/mentalmatterspodcast Intro: Hysteric - https://linktr.ee/hystericvl

This new year, we are all about attracting the energy we give. That means cutting off negativity and focusing on positive vibes. Listen in as Jerrell and Richard discuss how crucial our Framily and close friends are to our survival in our local ecosystem. WE HAVE A New Website!! Www.mentalmatterspodcast.com Link to all things Mental Matters: https://linktr.ee/mentalmatterspodcast Intro: Hysteric - https://linktr.ee/hystericvl

Jerrell and Richard talked about one of the dopest baby showers in 2023 for Baby Girl Mitchell. Richard finally reveals the secret he's been terrible at keeping and how his life will change for the better. Whole podcast is full of girl dads!! WE HAVE A New Website!! Www.mentalmatterspodcast.com Link to all things Mental Matters: https://linktr.ee/mentalmatterspodcast Intro: Hysteric - https://linktr.ee/hystericvl

Our CoHost Richard helped facilitate a panel event called Brother to Brother: Breaking Barriers and Building Bridges. Black Men and Mental Health. INSTRUCTOR CREDENTIALS: James Harris, LPC; Davonte Green; and Facilitator Richard Winfrey This session aims to break barriers and build bridges for mental health in wellness for Black males. Through open dialogue, this session will emphasize the importance of recognizing and addressing the unique challenges that hinder the personal growth and development of Black males. Together, we will build bridges that lead to enhanced mental well-being and a resilient, empowered Black community. Join us in this critical endeavor to unlock the potential of our sons, brothers, and ourselves, contributing to a stronger and united future for all.

Music (like podcasting) is one of the best methods of story telling and artistic expression in order to connect with an audience. From bouts with depression, anxiety, and even thoughts of suicidal ideation, some of your favorite artists such as Missy Elliott, Megan the Stallions, Big Sean and more tell some stories about what's going on in their life that you wouldn't believe in their music. This episode is shedding light on some of your favorite artists and stories they've shared with us to date and how we can learn from the music we listen to. WE HAVE A New Website!! Www.mentalmatterspodcast.com Link to all things Mental Matters: https://linktr.ee/mentalmatterspodcast Intro: Hysteric - https://linktr.ee/hystericvl

It's time for something that “Therapy Taught Me”. Are fellas afraid of the copays or the post therapy reflection in the mirror ?? We open up some important lessons learned and what therapy has done for us personally. WE HAVE A New Website!! Www.mentalmatterspodcast.com Link to all things Mental Matters: https://linktr.ee/mentalmatterspodcast Intro: Hysteric - https://linktr.ee/hystericvl

We have a baby!! Jerrell is ready for Fatherhood while Richard is ready to welcome his new goddaughter to the world. Listen as we discuss what Jerrell is doing to prepare to be the best “Girldad” as he can and we discuss how our role as father figures are preparing us for the newest addition to the Mitchells. Also, we recap the best baby shower of 2023.

Old to us. New to you. From the latest purchases, to unpacking or simply just seeing how one another feels - check ins matter. We sit down to discuss life, recent news, and all the things in between. WE HAVE A New Website!! Www.mentalmatterspodcast.com Link to all things Mental Matters: https://linktr.ee/mentalmatterspodcast Intro: Hysteric - https://linktr.ee/hystericvl

Jerrell is a believer. Richard is putting respeck on her name. Now that both of us have seen Beyoncé in concert, we can finally unpack why fellas can be ok in the

Be careful what you ask or pray for… because you just may get it. Rich and Jerrell discuss the importance of being intentional on what you really desire in life. New house, spouse, car, etc. New website: www.mentalmatterspodcast.com

“What is Mental Matters Again?? Why y'all even create this??” We talk about that and more of who we would love to have on the podcast coming up. We were also able to link up with some up and coming Detroit Podcasters. - She Too STEM Podcast : https://linktr.ee/shetoostem - Black Fridays Podcast: https://bio.site/blackfridays - Calvin Nellum Podcast: https://youtube.com/@MrNellumkalvin - Let's Talk About It Podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/leon-jones19 WE HAVE A New Website!! Www.mentalmatterspodcast.com Link to all things Mental Matters: https://linktr.ee/mentalmatterspodcast Intro: Hysteric - https://linktr.ee/hystericvl

100 Episodes in, and our Peace is STILL more important. (Kudos to Black Mental Wellness). From dealing with family during big events, to grieve over time, Jerrell and Rich get into how they battled through them in a healthy matter.

It seems that holding men accountable is more difficult as the days go on. Rich and Jerrell discuss why we as men need to hold our brethren to a standard in all circumstances and why brotherhood circles is more than sports talk and who has the latest shoes. Intro Song “Your Mental Matters” by @Hysteric Link to all things Mental Matters Podcast: Website under maintenance Catch up on all podcast, merch, and other things Mental Matters at https://linktr.ee/mentalmatterspodcast.

The celebration of 5 Years of Mental Matters and Rell and Rich discuss why being apart of the BMF (Black Married Fellas Inc) comes with a few tools you'll need. Intro Song “Your Mental Matters” by @Hysteric Link to all things Mental Matters Podcast: Website (Stream, Merch, etc. can be found): www.mentalmatterspod.com Linktree: https://linktr.ee/mentalmatterspodcast

“I'm going to the grocery store. I want to wear these white cement 3s. - let's get right” Sometimes the final fit is worth being a few minutes late. That's what our guest and friend of the show Destin Grayson of Dayton Ohio helped us discuss on this episode. Join us as we discuss how his love for fashion had made thousands of people want to watch how he and his family coordinates the perfect fit for any occasion. Find him on all social media for styling tips and all at: https://linktr.ee/carpe_dmg Intro Song “Your Mental Matters” by @Hysteric Link to all things Mental Matters Podcast: Website (Stream, Merch, etc. can be found): www.mentalmatterspod.com Linktree: https://linktr.ee/mentalmatterspodcast

Ain't Nothing Like Feeling Top 5. Fab 5. Crispy Line Up. Clean Kicks. Smell Goods. Using the Tools from Therapy. Rell and Rich break down when they feel that they are Top 5.

New Year, Same Me? Richard is learning that choosing to say less can be saying more. Jerrell claims that you shouldn't date people who are depressed - but there's more to the surface. Also, are the newest shoes less of a priority in 2023??

Words Mean Things - which is why it's important to speak with positive intention and your desired outcomes. We discuss Brittany Griner's return home, Trevor Noah's Salute to Black Women, and what we can learn from Deion Sanders' journey in coaching and the importance of using your words and expressing yourself. Intro Song “Your Mental Matters” by @Hysteric Link to all things Mental Matters Podcast: Website (Stream, Merch, etc. can be found): www.mentalmatterspod.com Linktree: https://linktr.ee/mentalmatterspodcast

Rell loves the kids and Rich loves kicks. This year, we have teamed up with Kicks 4 Kids Foundation of Michigan for our First Ever Donation Drive where we will be collecting new pairs of shoes to support foster children at Mandy's Place in Metro Detroit. More info on Kicks 4 Kids: https://m.facebook.com/kicks4kidsfoundation/?mibextid=LQQJ4d How can you support today? 1) Monetary donations to our Podcast Network (Thought By Demand Media via PayPal - https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/tbdmedia?country.x=US&locale.x=en_US 2) Purchase directly from the Amazon Wishlist - https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/3RPI2EQ5K1389?ref_=wl_share 3) Spread the word!! Share this info with your community. - In order to deliver by Christmas Eve (12/24/2022), all monetary donations or items are needed by 12/22/2022 Intro Song “Your Mental Matters” by @Hysteric Link to all things Mental Matters Podcast: Website (Stream, Merch, etc. can be found): www.mentalmatterspod.com Linktree: https://linktr.ee/mentalmatterspodcast

What aren't we as Black Men ever talking about? Rell and Rich discuss why it's best to process and unpack things instead of hide them. They share vivid memories of thoughts previously left unsaid. Shoutout: Ken Walker and the K. Walker Collective Brick and Mortar in Detroit “Your Mental Matters” Official Podcast Intro by Hysteric Link to Webpage: www.mentalmatterspod.com Linktree: linktr.ee/mentalmatterspodcast Questions? Email us at mentalmatterspodcast@gmail.com

You Are Worthy of the Love You Give. Rich and Jerrell sat down with Sneaker and Jordan 1 Historian, Ken Myers Jr aka “Mr Unloved 1s” joins us to discuss his love for the Air Jordan 1, the last time here purchased a pair of AJ1s, why his mental matters to him, and all the things. Our Guest: Ken Myers IG: https://instagram.com/mr_unloved1s?igshid=Zjc2ZTc4Nzk= Linktree: https://linktr.ee/Unlvd1 Intro x Hysteric: https://linktr.ee/hystericvl

The Shoes Don't Make the Man. The Man Makes the Shoes - and there shoes (like his bars and his presence in the metro Detroit area) put the world on notice. Rich and Rell talk with Entrepreneur, Emcee, DJ, Actor and Owner of Burn Rubber Detroit and Two 18 Boutique, Roland “RO SPIT” Coit to discuss why his mental (health) matters for his family and loved ones along with how his love for community, music and fashion helped bring the Air Jordan 2 x Two18 to life. From Pontiac, Flint, and Detroit, Ro breaks down the significance of this shoe and what it means for (Metro) Detroit Culture and the World. “Your Mental Matters” - Intro X Hysteric Business Shoutout: Two 18 - Detroit Based Urban Fashion Boutique https://two18.com Burn Rubber Detroit Sneaker Boutique - https://burnrubbersneakers.com/ Black Fire Winery - https://www.blackfirewinery.com/ Our Guest: Roland “Ro Spit” Coit IG: https://instagram.com/ro_spit Tidal: https://tidal.com/artist/5022964 Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/ro-spit/375005075

Get that unseasoned nonsense out of here. We destress about why unseasoned people, places and things are not allowed in the culture. This is a unpacking and de-stress episode. There's some Kanye West stuff (sorry in advance but his cultural disrespect had to be addressed ONCE and for ALL), how Adidas shouldn't touch anything from Wakanda, and some shoe things to help give us some destressing. Please Rate. Like. Comment. Share. And subscribe. We would love to hear from you as we reach 100 episodes!! Find us at http://www.mentalmatterspod.com/ for all content and more. Listener letters or topic suggestions can be left at mentalmatterspodcast@gmail.com Intro Music x @hysteric Website: www.mentalmatterspod.com All things Mental Matters: linktr.ee/mentalmatterspodcast

This summer has been BUSY - But sometimes that's a good place to be. Rich and Jerrell discuss what's been going on with traveling, latest events, matching shoe things and what is to come on the Mental Matters Podcast.

The Doctor Checks In with the Mental Matters Podcast. We get into our favorite self care topic of discussion - our shoes including one of the nation's first sneaker laundry companies, The Shoe Doctor. The Highland Park native, Kenneth Taylor, talks about his journey into entrepreneurship how sneaker culture isn't the same since the raffles started, and how Jerrell finally catching up to his high school sneaker rival. You can find ALL ABOUT The Shoe Doctor at https://shoedoctorr.com/ Two Locations: Detroit and Atlanta (Now Offering Pick Up and Delivery Service). Disclaimer: This episode was prerecorded as 85 and switched due to upcoming events, This is Actually 87. Hope you enjoy!! Please Rate. Like. Comment. Share. And subscribe. We would love to hear from you as we reach 100 episodes!! Find us at http://www.mentalmatterspod.com/ for all content and more. Listener letters or topic suggestions can be left at mentalmatterspodcast@gmail.com

Not self-checking in is bad for your health. Jerrell and Richard discuss 5 Questions you should be asking yourself daily for your mental health as we power through Minority (now BIPOC - Black, Indigenous, and People of Color) Mental Health Awareness Month. Also - how July has been a heck of a time, birthday things, did you say Mental Wellness Ambassador and Panelist How to Check in on your Mental Health. https://www.chestercountyhospital.org/news/health-eliving-blog/2021/may/how-to-check-in-on-your-mental-health BIPOC Mental Health Month - https://www.mhanational.org/BIPOC-mental-health-month Shoutout: Black Mental Wellness, Corp IG: https://www.instagram.com/blackmentalwellness/ Website https://www.blackmentalwellness.com/ Richard W and the 2022-23 Mental Wellness Ambassadors: https://www.blackmentalwellness.com/items

Hood Terms of Endearment Pt 1 - Giving Back ft. Denzell T by Richard W, Jerrell M

Episode 84: Beyoncé, Jay-Z Made Mental Matters? by Richard W, Jerrell M

They can't F with the light. America the Great…? Meh. The air feels lighter today after sitting with our sis THEE Dr Patrice Douglas aka DR P! From discussing her shoe love like us, to breaking down the latest events in New York, California and now Texas, and how to deal with the grief that Rich recently experienced, Dr. Patrice Douglas is here to help us to identify our lights in dark spaces. And how Rich is ahead of the culture with his hoochie daddy shorts before the hoochie daddy shorts. You can find Dr. P at https://linktr.ee/thepatricenicole. Intro Music by @hysteric Link to all things Mental Matters: https://linktr.ee/Mentalmatterspodcast Black Business: F1rst Creations at www.f1rstcreations.com

Diddy Boppin with Curtis Roach! Jerrell and Rich sit down with Detroit's rising talent, Curtis Roach We discuss his musical journey, how Bored in the House became America's Pandemic Anthem, how his latest album (The Joy Tape - Tidal: https://tidal.com/album/204110675) tells his journey out of a dark space, and why his mental matters to him. Listen to Curtis Roach on all streaming platforms Tidal: https://tidal.com/artist/8284416 YouTube: https://youtube.com/channel/UCZ9cx8QEYrDnm8o-G42e80A TikTok: @curtistootrill https://vm.tiktok.com/curtistootrill IG: @curtistootrill https://instagram.com/curtistootrill Intro “Your Mental Matters” by @hysteric - https://youtube.com/user/BeeTeaW Website: www.mentalmatterspod.com All things Mental Matters: https://linktr.ee/mentalmatterspodcast

Jerrell and Richard are back to reflect on what 4 years in pod feels like, settle the score on who truly has the most shoes in their closet, what DJ KaySlay meant for some of your favorite hip hop artists, and more. Link for all things Mental Matters: https://linktr.ee/mentalmatterspodcast Including Merch Collab with F1rst Creations! - https://f1rstcreations.com/collections/mental-matters-x-f1rst-creations Mental Matters Podcast Merch - https://mental-matters-merch.creator-spring.com/ Intro by @hysteric

From “West Philadelphia: Born and Raised” to the Oscars, from “College Dropout” to winning a Grammy, yet the negative define us. Maybe Will and Kanye had some bad days? Jerrell and Richard discuss accountability within our community, why it is important to understand the full picture, and how/when to address things.

Winter and all it's blues are over. As we decompress from a very cold winter, the loss of an hour's time as well as loved ones and more, a much needed bro talk was needed from sports we are watching, why Belair just hasn't missed, why the latest release of Jordans is it for 2022 and what we believe spring has in store.

Episode 78: Healed Healthy Hellos Ft. Brittney Channer by Richard W, Jerrell M

To all the Ladies in the place with style and grace, allow us to lace this community with some unity. Richard hates when guys ask what women bring to the table. Jerrell has the answers on how Men should set the table instead. New Segment: What's On Feet? As our podcast is dedicated to Fellow Black Men, one of the things we take pride in is what is on our feet. Jerrell and Richard will breakdown what's new to their shoe collection or what shoes they are head over heels about. Shoutout: For the Love of Sneakers Community on Facebook

As 2022 begins, we catch up on all the holiday moments, how Cool Grey Jordan 11s played a major role in our Bromance and how Dr King's dream translates into today's fight for justice. Shoutout: SoleSavy - https://solesavy.com/ All things Mental Matters - https://linktr.ee/mentalmatterspodcast Intro

As 2021 comes to a close, this episode was likely our most important of the year. We sat down with Sebastian Jackson - Master Barber and Founder of Social Club Grooming Company in Detroit. We discuss everything including: - why a barber's chair can be our most vulnerable and safest space, - the journey of Detroit's young Master Barber in Training - Cameron Tucker, - and how Reggie Bush, Big Sean, and Jalen Rose (amongst many others) rely on him for the perfect line up. Shoutout: ShopTalk at The Social Club: https://instagram.com/socialclubdet Cameron Tucker - https://www.fox2detroit.com/news/detroit-teen-caught-giving-haircuts-at-school-catches-eye-of-citys-top-barber Intro Music x @Hysteric

As 2021 comes to a close, this episode was likely our most important of the year. We sat down with Sebastian Jackson - Master Barber and Founder of Social Club Grooming Company in Detroit. We discuss everything including: - why a barber's chair can be our most vulnerable and safest space, - the journey of Detroit's young Master Barber in Training - Cameron Tucker, - and how Reggie Bush, Big Sean, and Jalen Rose (amongst many others) rely on him for the perfect line up. Shoutout: ShopTalk at The Social Club: https://instagram.com/socialclubdet Cameron Tucker - https://www.fox2detroit.com/news/detroit-teen-caught-giving-haircuts-at-school-catches-eye-of-citys-top-barber Intro Music x @Hysteric

Our Friend of the Mental Matters Community, Kevin Dedner MPH, as he talks about his mental health and how his experience with Depression and Mental Illness helped him find Hurdle Health - (originally Henry Health - first Mental Health App for Black Men) as well as his 1st book (The Joy of the Disinherited. - Available wherever books are sold). Link to Kevin's Website and Book: https://www.kevindedner.com/ Shoutout: Hurdle Health: the leading provider of culturally intentional mental healthcare - https://www.hurdle.health/ Link to all things Mental Matters and Mental Wellness for us: linktr.ee/mentalmatterspodcast

These kids finally got shoe money! Jerrell and Richard got their Air Jordan 6… *Dr. Evil Voice* Bordeaux. This episode is a deep dive into how Sneakers has turned into a lifestyle, their top 5 Jordans on on their wanted list, and how being Eastbay magazines and being told no has turned into endless scrolling on the Nike app. Shoutouts: Luxury Strikes Bowling - http://luxurystrikebowling.com/ Intro Music x @hysteric

This episode, we tackle Gaslighting, those out here just existing and trying your best to do so, and why the Sound of Victory helped Rich return you back to where you are. Shoutouts: You - our community!! We love each and everyone of you all, flaws and all!! We have all been through things in 2021 but this is still our year. Thank you for every listen and stream to date. Intro

“I said a hip, hop, the hippie, the hippie, to the hip hip-hop, and you don't stop the rock it to the bang-bang, boogie say "up jump" the boogie to the rhythm of the boogie, the beat.” It was these words alone that started decades of self confessional, soul changing, impactful bars. Hip Hop and Mental Health have a special relationship in Black Culture. Jerrell and Richard share how discussions around Mental Health have been happening through this classic genre ever since 1979.

“Know ya self, know ya worth.” Much to catch up on - including how Richard's career has come full circle, how Jerrell has has lived his best life of self care. We discuss how to understand your Self Worth and how it relates to a peace of mind. Shoutouts: Nike stepping up for its Employee's Mental Health. - https://www.independent.co.uk/news/world/americas/nike-mental-health-employees-break-paid-b1911380.html What is Self Worth? - https://www.indeed.com/career-advice/career-development/importance-of-high-self-worth

Episode 69 - More Than A Pride Flag by Richard W, Jerrell M

“Pink gators, my Detroit players Timbs for my hooligans in Brooklyn”. Brandon Frame w/ Jerrell and Richard and talks The Black Man Can, why seeing positive black images is good for our mental , and much more. Detroit Residents Affected by June 25-26 Rain Event: https://detroitmi.gov/departments/water-and-sewerage-department/dwsd-customer-service/dwsd-damage-claims-sewage-backups

Mental Health Awareness is 24/7/365. We joined our Friend of the Show, Ty the Pod Guy of The Opinionated Bruhtha Podcast about why Mental Health Matters for us as Black Men, why we need our safe spaces, and Ty states his opinion on where Mental Matters Podcast stands in historical terms.

Episode 66 - Lights, Camera! ACTION! Ft. Charles Kennedy Jr by Richard W, Jerrell M