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This week on In Living Black, we're joined by Rhys for a real, unfiltered conversation about, identity , community and the path forward. We dived into the judgment bisexual men face within the black community, the layers of hypersexuality and how LGBTQ+ voices are evolving especially within the church.  We also touched on the current political climate, what It means for us collectively and how we can push for a more positive and inclusive future.  Tune in for a thoughtful discussion that challenges stereotypes, uplifts perspectives and leans into what's possible for the future.  All of our links are available here: https://linktr.ee/Inlivingblack_

This week on In Living Black we are joined by one of JD's co-workers Ciona. We unpacked and dived deep into the world of hospitality from our point of view. The complexities of tipping culture, to the question of "what makes your favorite customer your favorite customer?". We share raw and real insight from life behind the bar, we also dived into what life after hospitality may look like after doing It for so long.  Whether you've served drinks or just ordered them, this one's got something for everybody.  If you enjoyed what you've listened to please leave a solid rating for us. See you next week! All of our links are available here: https://linktr.ee/Inlivingblack_

In this episode we are joined by host of "So Shameless Podcast" & "The Hard Or Soft Show" Tahoe. We dive right into the messy intersection of identity, upbringing and unrealistic expectations towards men in today's society. What even is a metrosexual and why is It such a common term today? Is It just style or something deeper based on masculinity and presentation? We unpacked the often ignored reality of "mommy issues" and the deeper more nuanced concept of the "mother wound". How does your relationship with your mother impact your emotional availability, self worth, or the way you show up in romantic relationships? & more! If you love what you listened to please, leave a rating, share and subscribe! Let's start the discussion.  All of our links are available here: https://linktr.ee/Inlivingblack_

JD is joined by Aaron Elijah from "Speaks n' Sip" podcast. In this episode, we dive right into what really happens when you go through your second co-host and the business starts feeling like a breakup album. From awkward exchanges to realizing the dream team once assembled wasn't built to last. We also touched base on the reality of mixing friendship with entrepreneurship and what to do when It all crumbles. What is the definition of a "man", Young Thug said It so much in his recent interview we had to unpack It.  "The Vision is still alive, even if the group chat isn't." Like what you hear? Don't forget to like, comment, subscribe. New Episodes drop every week. All of our links are available here: https://linktr.ee/Inlivingblack_

This episode we have Hard or Soft cohost "Loon". We tapped into weight loss, past relationships, being called thick, JD traumatic story, their take on Shannon Sharpe situation and much more! If you enjoy this podcast please subscribe and leave a rating! All of our links are available here: https://linktr.ee/Inlivingblack_

On this episode JD sits down with Shahem Mclaurin, they touched base on what a EMDR therapist is, the beginnings of social work and family therapy, coming out to his family and him facing his father, he explains why he is a "OG Crash Out", reliving a terrible breakup and MUCH MORE! If you like what you heard please leave a rating and subscribe. All of our links are available here: https://linktr.ee/Inlivingblack_

This week it's just the guys!  Scoot recaps his recent trip to Houston, some light Scorpio bashing, when is the perfect time to find out that your partner is bipolar, and Not being a deadbeat family member. If you like what you heard please subscribe and leave a rating! JD - @JDtheopinionated Scoot - @ENYscoot T - @hyphyyyt All of our links are available here: https://linktr.ee/Inlivingblack_ All of our links are available here: https://linktr.ee/Inlivingblack_

This week we were joined by one of the OG contributors to the podcast world Tahoe from "The Hard or Soft show". We discussed overcoming hardships within our community, how he learned to be a father, JD gets vulnerable and the conversation surrounding loneliness, what does being a man look like today, what is a "play party" & much MORE! If you like what you heard please subscribe and leave a rating! JD - @JDtheopinionated Scoot - @ENYscoot Tahoe - @tahoe_tv T - @hyphyyyt All of our links are available here: https://linktr.ee/Inlivingblack_

On this episode we talked about Tyler Perry's show on Netflix "Beauty in Black" and how It may or may not be conducive to the well being of the black community (6:00), we touched base on Anthony Mackie viral clip on raising men and how we would raise ours (19:30) & much more!  If you enjoyed this episode please subscribe and leave a rating, thank you! JD - @JDtheOpinionated Scoot - @enyscoot T - @hypyyyt All of our links are available here: https://linktr.ee/Inlivingblack_

On today's episode we are joined by everyone's favorite couples therapist Mac Stanley. We tackle the concept of dating, what does doing the work truly mean, why people cheat and how to communicate effectively to have a balanced relationship.  If you enjoyed this latest episode please be sure to subscribe, we appreciate you! Mac Stanley - @talk2macstanley JD - @JDtheOpinionated Scoot - @enyscoot All of our links are available here: https://linktr.ee/Inlivingblack_

On this week episode we dived right into the Doechii viral clip of her discussing her red flags (2:10), then shared their thoughts on Anthony Edwards and him signing away his parental rights (21:00), podcast dives into how tough relationships are at a young age (33:00) and much more! If you enjoyed this episode subscribe, rate and leave a comment. Cast JD/@JDtheopinionated Scoot/@enyscoot Tionna/@hyphyyyt All of our links are available here: https://linktr.ee/Inlivingblack_

Peace to everyone, it's been a very long time since we dropped an episode. Here we are, we are BACK! Please welcome Scoot, new cohost of In Living Black.  JD opens up about his hiatus from the podcast world and the lost of his former co-host from the show. They dive into what has been going on lately in their lives (5:00), JD shares a interesting story (18:00), Scoot has a message to men that date women with kids (27:15), things get nasty (35:00), new segment "what made you a better man this week" (45:30) & much more! All of our links are available here: https://linktr.ee/Inlivingblack_

On this week of ILB, JD is under the weather. Jabari touches on being short his whole life, how terrible kids are being in school lately, the significance of Black History Month & more! If you like what you heard please subscribe and leave a rating.  Cast JD - @JDtheOpinionated Bari - @Jsaint_ All of our links are available here: https://linktr.ee/Inlivingblack_

This week we tapped into the heart, we had two beautiful guests join us Tionne and Taylor. We tapped into bringing value into our friendships and what that looks like. JD touches on him being too friendly and how It hindered his past relationships with women. Shared thoughts on the book "The Will to Change" based around men, what masculinity looks like and love. Finally we wrapped up the show with a question, "how will you love yourself deeper this year?"  Make sure if you enjoy this episode you subscribe, rate and leave a comment.  The Cast Tionne/@hyphyyyt Taylor/@mama.photog JD/@JDtheOpinionated Bari/@jsaint_ All of our links are available here: https://linktr.ee/Inlivingblack_

This episode the guys are back with a special guest, Taj. We touched based on the origin of the podcast (1:40), what we think the new year will behold (6:00), Taj digs deep into what she likes in a man (21:40), JD speaks on building healthy habits going forward (33:45), what does being consistent look like (53:45) and more! If you like what you heard please leave a rating and subscribe. Thank You! The Cast Taj: @Crown__Taj JD: @Jdtheopinionated Bari: @Jsaint_ All of our links are available here: https://linktr.ee/Inlivingblack_