The Black Man Misunderstood Podcast

Pastor Forrest Fleming of The Crossover Church sits down with Mike and Jus to discuss mentorship and what to look for in a mentor. The fellas address their thoughts on how mentorship has helped them and what can be done to continue mentorship throughout the Black community.

Mike and Jus discuss the respective moves to their homes and what came with it. They also go over the pros and cons of moving and what to look out for. Fears vs Nerves of moving, which is it? 

Mike and Jus discuss Erik Erikson’s stages of development and how it applies to the present day. Jus explains the stages and the “pill community” and how it affects the dating pool. The fellas dig deep into why people are alone and dating is how it is presently.

The fellas dive into international travel, breaking down the pros and cons of traveling abroad. From the "passport bros" trend and flyouts to the experience of being an American in another country, they cover it all. They end with THE REAL QUESTION: Juici Patties, Tastee patties, or Mothers Patties. This half-educational, fully entertaining episode is a mix of insights and laughs.

The fellas dive into the ups and downs of being homeowners, comparing what it's like to own a home in Texas versus Florida. From neighbors and hurricanes to pools and roofs, they break down the key differences and challenges of living in these two states. Whether you're a homeowner or considering buying, this conversation is fun and insightful.

Jon Boone with the How To Fail Podcast sits down with the fellas to chat about everything from toxic masculinity and femininity to the whole "woke" culture debate. They also dive into cancel culture, and Jon shares some cool stories about how amazing his grandfather is.   

Mike and Jus are all over the place for this episode!

DJ DAKster returns to share the emotional journey of his breakup and how it nearly “lost it all”. Through his honest stories of heartbreak, healing, and self-forgiveness, we follow his path from deep pain to personal victory. This is a story of resilience and rising above life’s toughest moments.

The fellas are back to business in everyone’s favorite series, Relationships and Marriage. When you’re ready to leave your relationship or marriage how do you double down and stay? Mike approaches it from a religious standpoint while Jus shows us why he is THE Neighbor “Hood” Therapist, there can only be one!

Mike B introduces us to his new show and tells us what we should expect from it. TNHT: “If you’re looking for a Mike B Christian-based podcast without the other guy cursing in the videos, then the time has finally come!

Chris Cuff joins the fellas for a thought-provoking episode about addressing your flaws and making hard choices about your life.

Do you owe the people who’ve helped you in your life? This question and more are answered as the fellas discuss Survivor’s guilt and how they handle it.

The fellas give their takes about the two nights where they could have lost their lives due to egos and gunplay. Mike B fills plot holes in the story while TNHT takes everyone down memory lane for the first time.

The fellas discuss their first encounters with death and how they recovered from multiple traumatic experiences in their respective lives. Mike B gets vulnerable with TNHT about the passing of his mother and how it affected him in ways he didn’t fully understand.

Justice (The Neighbor “Hood” Therapist) Payne-Tyson and Michael (Mike B.) Bennett starts a new season of The Black Man Misunderstood with a gut-wrenching episode about miscarriages and their effects on people. TNHT gets extremely vulnerable with Mike with the hope that someone can be helped by his experiences. No apologies will be given, he said what he said. Welcome back to The Black Man Misunderstood!  

Episode 4 of our R&B March Madness Bracket Challenge is here! We welcome back Charmaine and Jasmine from  @Stay_mentallydope  for a Sweet Sixteen round filled with hard-fought decisions. It's down to the wire now! Dive deep into the heart of 90's & 00's R&B and join the debate. Who do you think will make it out on top? We want YOU to be part of the action too! Fill out your own bracket and let your voice be heard as we relive the golden era of music! #90sBabies #MarchMadness #ThrowbackVibes

Jasmine and Charmaine of @Stay_mentallydope join us for Episode 2 of our R&B March Madness bracket challenge! From the smooth grooves of the 90s to the sexy beats of the 00s, we're diving deep into the heart of the Golden era of R&B

“How far have we grown as a show and as men?” It's the final episode of Season 3! Mike B and The Neighbor “Hood” Therapist leave it all on the microphone for this one. The fellas reflect on the show's beginning and what's to come. Some questions answered are what has the show done for you, what's different between them, what services they offer, and more. All good things must come to an End. You as a listener are APPRECIATED!

Join us for our second listener appreciation episode as we welcome special guest David Floyd to the show. Listen in as we discuss the importance of listener feedback and engagement, and how it shapes the content and direction of the podcast. David will also share his own experiences and insights as a podcast listener and fan. Don't miss this exciting episode packed with valuable information for both listeners and creators alike!

“I think that's one moment during the ceremony I'll never forget…”Mike B's now Wife, Stephanie, and her Maid of Honor, Jenny join TNHT in being guests for the show. They relive Mike B's wedding and address questions many people have about weddings in general. Congratulations to Mr & Mrs. Bennett!!!

“If I have jitters about anything it's about…” The night before Mike B is set to get married, TNHT decides it's a great time to record an episode. What ensues is Mike's truest feelings about his big day and if he has “jitters” or not. Huge shout out to Mike B for stepping up to the challenge of recording right before his life-changing event

“We're in Tampa right now… why!?” It's a recap of Mike B's Bachelor party! Sacrifice, brotherhood, reflection, and appreciation… it was worth it for this moment right here. This episode is raw, uncut, and high in profanity, you have been warned

“Spousification is just emotional incest” Len Sturdivant joins the fellas for a masterclass on the division and similarities between the different generations of Black Men. He wastes no time expressing himself; believe us, he does not disappoint!

“Mike you too Noble man you too noble dog!” The fellas discuss Chadwick Boseman and his legacy. They give their thoughts on the Black Panther movies and address their views on heroes, antiheroes, and villains. If you have not seen both Black Panther movies, please skip this episode

“If we don't do these unwritten rules, the world will be more chaotic than what it is today” The fellas discuss what an unwritten rule is and dig deeper into why people follow these rules. What ensues is an introduction into the mind of Mike B and The Neighborhood Therapist and why they do what they do in life.

“Yoooo Mind blown! That's crazy!” The fellas discuss the impact of overloading the brain with information and misinformation. This episode just needs to be experienced, Enjoy.

“I may not talk to him as much as I should, but I'm not as hesitant to call.” The brothers discuss life after making amends with their fathers as adults. They get extremely candid about their feelings now that they have a newfound relationship with their respective fathers.

“Everybody shouldn't know their purpose” Mike B and the Neighbor “Hood” Therapist are strictly spiritual for this episode. They discuss discovering your purpose and walking in your truth. This episode is not for the timid, you've been warned

“My Family was 1 of 3 of the Black families in the entire area” Jordan Brown joins the fellas to discuss his views and upbringing about being Black and raised in the Suburbs. They discuss the similarities and differences between the suburbs opposed to growing up in poverty and more affluent communities

“Fellas how many of ya had the jeans that rip at the inner thighs!? The fellas discuss self-care routines and their takes on grooming yourself. If you're struggling to take care of yourself, PAY attention.

“It's a certain loyalty that comes with that… but I had an event” It's time to address infidelity and cheating in the community. The brothers discuss what each term means to them and if they have ever been a part of the “cheating community”. Things get deeper once TNHT starts educating on the different types of infidelities.

“What does Single Mike look like in 2022?” The fellas are joined by Jarius Rosseau, a single black man in America. They all discuss the realities of the pros and cons of being a single Black Man in this generation. Of course, Mike B and TNHT find a reason to disagree about the single life, when neither of them is single.

“Don't lump me in with those Black folks, I'm…” It's finally time for the fellas to address their Caribbean and African family. They discuss the similarities and differences of being 1st generation, 2nd generation, and American-born. Trust us… this gets real!

“Why do his words still have power… That's because he planted a seed” The fellas finally dedicate an episode to a topic they allude to in every season… the power of words. They discuss the pros and cons of what you say and how you say it.

“The Brown paper bag test was so effective, that it's still in our Psyche today” It's finally time to define Black culture and the fellas do not disappoint. Gatekeepers and marketing are focal points for this episode, but the much-needed fire questions are answered as well!

“Jasmine, why you ain't ask me if I had bars!?” Charmaine and Jasmine of The Mentally Dope Podcast join the fellas for another classic 90's babies episode. They discuss the definition of R&B and the accomplishments that came with it from the 40s and beyond.

“If we didn't resolve that, would we be here today?” The fellas address how it feels to outgrow people you truly care about and explain what setting boundaries look like to them.

“Where's the anti-cop killing Black Men law?” Mike B wants everyone put on notice that he forgives but he hasn't forgotten. What ensues is a civil conversation around the topic… until he asks TNHT do you forgive “them” for slavery?

“Aye listen, just fire them questions, Mike!” Real Estate Moguls & Philtranopists Janet “The Cash Flow Diva ” Tonkins *formally the Baltimore Real Estate Diva* and A*R*T JIUS Enterprises, join the fellas to discuss generating wealth and flourishing with family in business together. They discuss the ups and downs of conducting business with family, give insight into becoming the best real estate investors possible, and more! *This is a Gem-heavy episode, have paper and pen ready*

“Read the lines before and after the verse you choose to use” The fellas have a healthy back and forth about Christianity and their life views. *If you are not open to highly controversial topics please skip this one*

“I was sitting in the section of the club lit, but still… having conversations about God” The fellas are joined by Author Mel Jackson (CEO of M.E.L, inc) to discuss what it truly means to find Blessings in Broken Places.

“Stop taking advantage of my loyalty!” The fellas address respecting other people's time and not abusing your “venting power”. Mike B brings his own fire session… of course, TNHT has a rebuttal.

“Concubines and Wives, know the difference” The fellas get real with men listening about keeping it 100 with themselves and their counterparts. They speak about submission & alignment and what's needed from men in this day and age. Shout out to Ce Anderson for her words of wisdom from episode 26 “Men, are you listening?

“Black men are the greatest actors in the world…take the mask off” The fellas speak about the stress, expectations, and stereotypes placed on Black Men. They then expose their truest feelings about the joy and pain of being Black men.*TNHT is on one this episode, please avoid it if you're sensitive*

“If you still miss your ex you haven't completely healed!” Mike B and TNHT speak their minds in regards to their feelings about their exes. The fellas go blow for blow with “those” questions about individuals from their past that people don't like to answer.

"Why is the pervy uncle still invited to the cookout?” The fellas discuss the difference between molestation and rape while sharing their experiences with the topics. They address their views on molestation in the community and then Mike B is shocked when he finds out new information about TNHT.

“Did you realize that there were more male personalities than Alpha and Beta?” The fellas discuss the 6 different male personalities of men and what their definitions are of being a man. Things turn up when the fellas ask each other where do they stand on their personalities.

“All you did was repeat what Justice just said!” Mama Lily joins this episode as she airs out her grievances with the fellas and her perceived mistreatment from previous episodes. With it being the 2-year anniversary of BMM, the fellas decide to end the “Paterson Saga” with Mama Lily's blessing.

“You over here giving a life lesson over a fly trap”. TNHT kicks off the episode by bringing back the fan-favorite “Fire Session”. The fellas discuss PTSD and growing up in poverty and how it feels to be misunderstood as Black Men in America.

“Can you be business-minded and be a sell-out?” After almost a year, Mike B. and The Neighbor “Hood” Therapist (TNHT) return! They discuss being called sellouts & fake by their peers and give their perspectives on the matter.

*Season Finale* The fellas have a lot going on. It's 2 days after TNHT's bday, it's the BMM 1 year Anniversary, and they are joined by BrotherHood members JP and Wayne. They hash out their differences and ask those thought-provoking questions.... "how are you trusting your kids around us alone?" Oh yeah, this will be a season finale to remember!