Podcast appearances and mentions of nickolas gaines

The Common Sense Podcast is sharing 8 Queer Coming of Age stories. In this episode, we share a story of a Black queer man who learned to be happy with himself while balancing a relationship with his father and religion. Nickolas Gaines is back on the aftershow! Patrick (@PresidentPat) Nick (@NickolasGaines)

The Common Sense Podcast is sharing 8 Queer Coming of Age Stories! In this story, a Black man grapples with the relationship with his mother. Nickolas Gaines on the aftershow! Patrick (@PresidentPat) Nick (@NickolasGaines)

The Common Sense Podcast is sharing 8 Queer Coming of Age Stories! In this Episode, a woman's life is changed when she abruptly shares a secret with her mother. And we have Nickolas Gaines on the afternoon! Patrick (@PresidentPat) Nick (@Nickolasgaines)

Healing is difficult, messy, and necessary work. It is work we do in community. When done right, we are made whole and we have the same impact on those around us. Nickolas Gaines joins us this week to provide a roadmap toward healing. This is a journey for all of us. Let’s begin together. 

Nickolas Gaines joins us again we learn how we can heal and be whole. We deal with the impact of the pandemic on our children and how to navigate all of the changes they are experiencing. Nick introduces the concept of reparenting and how it helps us in our healing process.

This continues the conversation in our Sex in the Bible series beginning with the topic of masturbation and self pleasure. This episode covers pornography and some of the scientific discoveries around self pleasuring since the bible was written. Nickolas Gaines is with using his experience as a chaplain and counselor to guide us through this often avoided topic. Let’s get free! You can read more from Nick at www.nickolasgaines.com

We are beginning a series of shows looking at various ways sex is portrayed in the bible. In this first show, we are joined by Nickolas Gaines of the Black on Black Time podcast. We look at the biblical examples of masturbation and contrast them with traditional church teachings on the topic. Does what the bible says align with what the church teaches? Why is sex such a difficult topic to cover in our faith spaces? It's time to be honest about this. You can read more from Nick at www.nickolasgaines.com

This week, I share six of my favorite moments so far on the podcast. These are, of course, not the only favorite moments I have had. Not even close! I have loved each conversation with the incredible people with whom I’ve been able to chat. These moments, however, stuck out in my mind and I wanted to share them with you. I hope you learn from them and are inpsired to take action and give a damn TODAY! For reference, the clips I share from my conversations with Bucky Buchstaber, Rainn Wilson, Brit Gilmore, Timothy Sykes, Nickolas Gaines, and Golriz Lucina. Each person represents a different way that they’re changing the world but they all have one thing in common—they give a damn and have chosen to not be silent about things that matter. I hope you are encouraged and challenged by the moments I’ve pulled together for you! Follow me, Nick Laparra, on Facebook, Instagram, & Twitter and Let’s Give A Damn on Facebook, Instagram, & Twitter to keep up with all that is going on. We have so much planned for the coming months and we don’t want you to miss a thing! Support Let’s Give A Damn by contributing the monthly amount of your choice on Patreon. 100% of the money you contribute will go to making more podcasts. Not a dime goes into our pockets. THIS WEEK’S SPONSOR Scout Books: Go to scoutbooks.com/letsgiveadamn for 15% of any products in their store! All their products are made with 100% recyclable materials and their shop in Portland, OR runs off of renewable energy. Support these friends of ours! And make sure to find them online and thank them for their generosity and for making our podcast possible. Much love to you and yours! Can’t wait to share more stories with y’all next week! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, I chat with my friend, Nickolas Gaines. Nick currently serves as the Suicide Prevention Program Manager for the Department of Defense which entails training, teaching, and caring for 11,000 Soldiers across 26 states. Before his current role, he served as an Army officer and chaplain. In that role, he helped soldiers process major events in their lives and he also helped them in their relationship with God, with themselves, and with others.  From his website: "Nickolas wants to amplify the power, might, and resilience of marginalized communities, particularly communities of color. While he believes in the strength of the human spirit, Nickolas recognizes people of color work to love themselves, their families, and be their best and highest selves in a world that constantly seeks to demean and belittle their unique expressions of culture, love, and joy.” To learn more about Nickolas Gaines, check out his website and you can also find him on Twitter and Facebook. If you want to keep up with what we’re doing at Let’s Give A Damn, make sure to follow us on Facebook,Twitter, & Instagram. Don’t forget to join our weekly email list! Additionally, you can support the work we are doing over at Patreon. We’re grateful for your financial contributions! Lastly, If you like this show, please write a review on iTunes or whoever you listen to your podcasts. This will help us stand out in the crowd and get into the ears and lives of more listeners. Until next week, keep giving so many damns! I love you all. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, we opine on what went down at The Grammys. Special shout out to Beyonce for being kind enough to invite us to her concert.

In this edition of "The Afterparty," we gather to discuss Barry Jenkins' critically acclaimed movie "Moonlight." Did it live up to the hype? Would we recommend it? Also, Nick thinks a cast member resembles 50 Cent, and Alex is willing to pay for a good time.

Every revolution has a catalyst, and in this episode we chop it up with Ronnie Man Hatcher of New Era Chicago to discuss his decision to spearhead his own in the notorious streets of Chicago. He breaks down his movement, his vision, and his refusal to apologize for uplifting his people by any means necessary. Additionally, Nick can't get enough of Chance The Rapper, Jay reveals his post-Election self-care regimen, and Alex wants you to have a very merry Christmas and a happy New Year.

In this installment of The Afterparty, we discuss the importance of Veterans Day to us as military veterans, how we celebrate both ourselves and our fellow soldiers, and how we reconcile fighting for the same country that often mistreats and oppresses us.

In this episode, fan favorite and National Suicide Prevention Program Director for the U.S. Department of Defense Nickolas Gaines joins us to discuss Kid Cudi's statement about checking himself into rehab for depression and suicidal thoughts, the pervasiveness and treatment of mental health issues (among Black folks), and much more. Additionally, we discuss the renaissance of great Black television and the controversy around Nate Parker and "The Birth of a Nation."

In this edition of "The Afterparty" we opine on Solange's latest release, "A Seat At The Table". Does it live up to expectations? Additionally, Alex appreciates personal pronouns, Nick's favorite number is thirty-six, and Jay thinks Julez is selfish.

Apparently some guy named Frank Ocean finally released a new album, so in our inaugural edition of “The Afterparty” we decided to talk about it. Additionally, Alex shoots his shot at Frank, Nick demands that Maxwell take a paternity test, and Jay calls out that one Jay Electronica guy. So gather round the fire, children, and partake.

You've howled at her blogs, cackled at her tweets, and now you'll hear her on our podcast. In this episode, we invite Luvvie Ajayi on to discuss her upcoming book "I'm Judging You: The Do Better Manual", her ascension from humble MySpace beginnings to Internet dominance, and answers the question we've all be dying to know: Just what the hell does Oprah smells like? Also, Alex isn't feeling Hispanics who ignore their Black ass heritages, Jay offers to roll Malia Obama a blunt, and fan favorite Nick had cab fare so we brought him along for the ride. Buy Luvvie's book, "I'm Judging You: The Do Better Manual": http://amzn.to/2bItNeQ

In this episode, Layla Tromble of White Nonsense Roundup speaks on her social media crusade to eradicate "White Nonsense", breaks down the definition of White Privilege, and even puts her plate at the barbecue on the line to join us in a rousing game of Black Card Revoked. Additionally, fan favorite Nick Gaines makes his debut as a regular contributor, Jay launches a search party for Judy Winslow, and Alex still has zero tolerance for sugar in your grits.

As we celebrate Father's Day for our third episode, we bring back fan favorite Nickolas Gaines (Suicide Prevention Program Director of the United States Department of Defense) and welcome essayist, activist, and Daily Kos' own Irna Landrum to join us in a roundtable discussion on Black masculinity, the wonders of Ice JJ Fish, and fatherhood. We laughed, we cried, but most importantly, we healed. Additionally, we take a moment to express our condolences for the mass shooting in Orlando, as well as take some time to reflect on the legacy of Muhammad Ali.

In our second episode, we chime in on the ongoing Sugar vs. Salt grits debate, reveal the salacious contents within our phones, and continue our discussion on mental health/illness in celebration of Mental Health Awareness Month with our special guest Nickolas Gaines, a Suicide Prevention Program Director for the United States Department of Defense. Oh, and in other news, Nick's edges are wonderful.