The Enlightenment Podcast

The crew is back with Season 2! After an extended summer break off, Mini, Princess and Elmer tackle the issue of immigration, how and why people tend to be opposed to it, and how it shapes the world we live in today. Each of them give their unique perspectives on how immigration can be good and bad based off of personal experience, and the best ways to assimilate in a foreign land. 

We're Back!!!! After a brief hiatus, the crew are back and again joined by Gerald Clark to discuss The Guy's Playbook. Princess queries the guys on their experiences with women and whether a woman's body count matters. She then dives into deep waters when she asks if sex on the first date devalues a woman in a man's eyes.  They close up by briefly touching on Simone Biles and her decision to temporarily step away from Olympic competition due to her mental health.  Follow us on Facebook at The Enlightenment PodcastFollow us on Instagram @theenlightenmentpodcast_

The crew are joined by Gerald Clark this week to discuss the age old question of why Africa is so resource rich yet so development poor, Bill Cosby being freed on a legal technicality and Sha'Carri Richardson being unable to compete in the 2021 Tokyo Olympics because of a positive marijuana test. Follow us on Facebook at The Enlightenment PodcastFollow us on Instagram @theenlightenmentpodcast_

Back by popular demand, Ahmad joins the crew again this week to jump into whether Millennials are serious about effecting real change in society or if they are more focused on just "clout chasing". They then broach the delicate topic of the Body Positivity movement, and discuss why the movement isn't as positive as you think. Follow us on Facebook at The Enlightenment PodcastFollow us on Instagram @theenlightenmentpodcast_

Double Episode Drop!!!We went on a brief hiatus, but the crew is back!! Joined by Joyce Kenpen, they dive into the reasons why we find black sisters tearing each other down more often than building each other up. Is it envy, jealousy, fear of the unknown or something else? The answers they arrive at will be revealing. We emerge from the discussion agreeing on one thing: all black women should be their black sister's keeper. Follow us on Facebook at The Enlightenment PodcastFollow us on Instagram @theenlightenmentpodcast_

Double Episode Drop!!!We went on a brief hiatus, but the crew is back!! In this episode, Mini, Elmer and Princess are joined by Ahmad Kazzaz to dive into the recent controversy around transgender athletes. They build on that conversation to tackle the bigger issue of how feasible an "all inclusive society" is, and whether we are in the middle of an era of "excessive wokeness". Before closing, the crew delicately plunge into a round table about the Me Too Movement, and how both men and women need to treat each other with the decency we all deserve. You do not want to miss out on this compelling conversation!! Follow us on Facebook at The Enlightenment PodcastFollow us on Instagram @theenlightenmentpodcast_

On this week's episode, the crew dive into the topic of colorism. They discuss its origins and why it can be extremely divisive.  The crew also touch on why we need to be tolerant of personal choice and preference when it comes to affiliations and associations, and how that should not be misconstrued for colorism or prejudice. They close up the pod by touching on the Kwame Brown vs Everybody beef, and why some of his inflammatory comments may hint towards reverse colorism existing between black and lighter skinned men. This was a must listen and enlightening conversation as always, you won't want to miss it!!Follow us on Facebook at The Enlightenment PodcastFollow us on Instagram @theenlightenmentpodcast_

Mini, Elmer and Princess tackle the topic of surrogacy this week. What is it? What are the types? They deep dive into this contentious topic, dealing with it from different angles, the stigma surrounding it in the African community, and how surrogacy can be an option not only for women, but single men as well. The discussion then takes a left turn into how people make decisions around who their sexual partners are and who to procreate with, and how both men and women have to make better decisions around who their sexual partners are. This was a captivating discussion, you won't want to miss out! Follow us on Facebook at The Enlightenment PodcastFollow us on Instagram @theenlightenmentpodcast_

This week Mini, Elmer and Princess are joined by Margaret Fahnbulleh to discuss physical appearance and dating. The origin of the topic stems from what some would say are controversial comments by content creator Kevin Samuels, touching on a direct relationship between overweight women and women who do not end up getting married. The crew and guest go into a more nuanced conversation about dating and share a consensus that looks may get you through the door with someone, but it is surely not the end all be all for lasting relationships. This was a riveting and, as always, enlightening conversation...Follow us on Facebook at The Enlightenment Podcast Follow us on Instagram @theenlightenmentpodcast_ Follow Margaret Fahnbulleh on Instagram @fabmags_

This week the crew had Andia Varba on to jump into a discussion about a video of Lizzo twerking while being sprayed with champagne by several guys.  Andia sees it as a bad look for women. They all go into a broader discussion about the virtue of the modern woman, and how the current social climate has blurred the lines around what is societally acceptable when it comes to women. The crew take different sides of the discussion, and the sides each of them fall on might surprise you. The crew then chime in on resurfaced comments made back in 2010 by Steve Harvey, where he emphatically says that 99.9% of men are incapable of having platonic friendships with women, without the expectation of wanting something more...Follow us on Facebook at The Enlightenment PodcastFollow us on Instagram @theenlightenmentpodcast_

Princess has some questions this week around the dating scene for black women in Europe. Elmer and Mini help her dissect and break down why the dating scene in Europe for black women is the way it is. Follow us on Facebook at The Enlightenment PodcastFollow us on Instagram @theenlightenmentpodcast_

The crew are joined by Michael Kwabo to discuss personal and professional growth. We dive into discussions on tapping into the best version of yourself, honestly assessing your personal strengths and weaknesses, and how to be in tune with the world around you. Michael touches on entrepreneurship and expresses that while its enticing, it is not for everybody. To close out, the crew all give their takes on the ongoing Deshaun Watson sexual assault allegations saga. Follow us on Facebook at The Enlightenment PodcastFollow us on Instagram @theenlightenmentpodcast_

The crew dive into new lockdown measures across Europe versus American society being back to normal and open for business. They then pivot to how effective the different versions of the COVID-19 vaccine really are, debate whether COVID-19 should be called the China Virus, before closing up with the ongoing feud between Kanye West and Forbes over his reported net worth. Follow us on Facebook at The Enlightenment PodcastFollow us on Instagram @theenlightenmentpodcast_

This is Part 2 of a two-part series dealing with black men and mental health. The crew dives into present initiatives and programs around black men and mental health, in addition to what can be done to positively change the narrative.Follow us on Facebook at The Enlightenment PodcastFollow us on Instagram @theenlightenmentpodcast_

Mini and Elmer are joined by their new co-host and resident mental health expert Princess Jaylee Sarsih to discuss mental health and the cultural stigma around addressing mental health issues relating to black men. They distinguish between mental health and mental illness, while bringing up examples of what has perpetuated the stigma for black men in dealing with mental health issues today. This is Part 1 of a two-part series dealing with black men and mental health. Next week the crew will dive into present initiatives and programs around black men and mental health, in addition to what can be done to positively change the narrative. Follow us on Facebook at The Enlightenment PodcastFollow us on Instagram @theenlightenmentpodcast_

The guys are joined by the beautiful and lovely Princess Jaylee Sarsih to celebrate International Women's Month. They delve into its origin, importance and significance. They also engage in a spirited referendum on the legacy of Madam Ellen Johnson Sirleaf and her contributions to women and Liberia. They touch on the evolution of gender equity, gender equality and gender roles before closing out the podcast by each highlighting a significant woman in society, past and present.Follow us on Facebook at The Enlightenment Podcast Follow us on Instagram @theenlightenmentpodcast_

Mini and Elmer deep dive into the history of the Transatlantic Slave Trade, and how the ramifications of it are vividly being felt in society around the world today. The guys also bring back the popular Underappreciated Figures in Black History segment to finish up Black History Month, before closing out the pod by addressing recent comments by Swedish footballer Zlatan Ibrahimović. Follow us on Facebook at The Enlightenment Podcast Follow us on Instagram @theenlightenmentpodcast_

In the inaugural episode of The Enlightenment Podcast, the guys jump into dealing with winter storms, the COVID-19 pandemic, taking the COVID-19 vaccine (or not), before pivoting to their personal Valentine's Day escapades of yesteryear. In an ode to Black History Month, they conclude the show by each highlighting an underappreciated, but important figure in Black History.We hope you enjoy this first episode, because we've got more heat coming your way!!Follow us on Facebook at The Enlightenment Podcast Follow us on Instagram @theenlightenmentpodcast_

The Enlightenment Podcast brings you three brothers, Tim, Mini, and Elmer, as they embark on this journey together to enlighten, empower, educate and most importantly entertain. From current events to pop culture and politics, along with special guests, the guys will leave no topic unturned in the way that only they can. Look out for episodes of The Enlightenment podcast starting February 21st, anywhere you listen to podcasts. Follow us on Facebook at The Enlightenment PodcastFollow us on Instagram @theenlightenmentpodcast_