Black People Die By Suicide Too Podcast
Black People Die By Suicide Too Podcast (formerly Fireflies Unite Podcast with Kea) is hosted by T-Kea Blackman and Jordan Scott. Their mission is simple; normalize the conversation about suicide in the Black community, provide hope, and resources. New episodes are available bi-weekly on Wednesdays. Follow Podcast On IG & TikTok: @blackpeoplediebysuicidetoo Podcast Website: www.blackpeoplediebysuicidetoo.org/ Email Us: info@blackpeoplediebysuicidetoo.org T-Kea's IG: @t_keablackman Jordan's IG: @thelatebluumer If you are in a mental health crisis, dial "988."
Episodes
December 1, 2017 • 25 mins
It all started with a suicide attempt – eight months following my major depression and generalized anxiety disorders diagnosis. After 10 years of struggling with suicidal thoughts, I could no longer mask my pain. Upon waking up in a psychiatric unit I knew hiding this secret was doing more harm than good. Meet Kea and learn more about her story.
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January 1, 2018 • 32 mins
It's the start of the new year and many of us have goals that we want to accomplish. We set goals such as losing weight, rebuilding credit, saving or maybe we want to start a business. While all of our goals are certainty obtainable we tend to forget to focus on goals that improve our mental and emotional health. Kea discusses goals that will enhance your mental health while providing encouragement and resources. 8 Ways Forgiv...
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January 8, 2018 • 69 mins
Some of us are guilty of casually saying things such as the weather is bipolar or we'll jokingly say someone is acting bipolar without understanding what the illness consist of. More than 5 million people in the United States have bipolar disorder. People with bipolar disorder typically have mood swings that range from highs called mania to lows called depression. Learn more about bipolar disorder. Kea interviews Dr. B. Duke w...
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January 15, 2018 • 101 mins
Many times, we see black women who are social influencers and entrepreneurs that are thriving in all of their black girl magic, but we have no idea of what goes on beneath the surface. In this episode, Kea shares the story of two amazing black women who struggle with the illness of major depressive disorder yet are still thriving in their businesses. She speaks with Candice Nicole of Candice Nicole PR and Lauren Carson of Black Gir...
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January 22, 2018 • 74 mins
What do you do when you have a rising career as a news reporter, in a depressive episode and become homeless? Well, that is the story of Lauren Hope of Good Girl Chronicles. According to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, 20 to 25% of the homeless population in the United States suffers from some form of severe mental illness. Serious mental illnesses disrupt people’s ability to carry out essential aspec...
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The highly requested and anticipated episode entitled 'Suicide Will Send You To Hell: Mental Illness, Suicide & The Church' is now live, featuring Pastor Alnicia Gibson who lives with bipolar disorder and Pastor Xavier Small who battled depression. During the mind, body and soulness segment, Kiaundra Jackson, a licensed therapist who offers faith-based counseling recommends how the church and mental health profession...
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February 5, 2018 • 52 mins
Kea comes from the school of thought that everybody needs a therapist, and this includes therapists too. Whether they have experienced trauma, have a mental illness or not, therapy is beneficial to them as well. As therapists are sitting in sessions listening to their clients, it can take a toll on them if they do not take care of themselves. But, what happens when a therapist who experienced trauma and has a mental illness? How do...
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In the words to Meek Mills “It’s levels to this”, said Dr. Glover referring to mental illness during her interview. “You would never tell someone who broke their ankle to smoke weed and their ankle will heal on its own.”So many times we hear that taking medication for mental illness is for crazy people or it will make you feel like a zombie. It actually discouraged Kea for taking medication. According to an article by NBC, one in s...
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February 19, 2018 • 37 mins
Where are my late 80's & early 90’s babies? I had the pleasure of interviewing Vanessa Baden Kelly. She formerly played in some of our favorite 90’s children TV Shows such as Kenan & Kel and Gullah Gullah Island on Nickelodeon. Vanessa currently plays the character Journee who battles bipolar disorder on Giants which is executive produced by FOX’s Empire Jussie Smollett. You can see Giants, it premieres on Wednesday, F...
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Kea interviewed Emmy Award-winning and I Live For founder Nikki Webber Allen about millennials of color impacted by mental illness. Unfortunately, Nikki lost her nephew Paul R. Webber V to suicide yet found her strength by starting an organization I Live For (ILF) and its mission is to end mental health stigma in communities starting with millennials of color. Through short films, live events and social media, ILF informs, inspires...
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How do you respond when your mother has a mental illness that causes her to hear voices? Schizophrenia it is a chronic and severe mental disorder that affects how a person thinks, feels and behaves. According to a study on race and risk of schizophrenia, it was found that African Americans are about three more likely than whites to be diagnosed with schizophrenia. Kea explores the mental illness of schizophrenia with Life Coach Lat...
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This Is My Brave Founder Jennifer Marshall says, “One day, we're not gonna have to call talking about mental illness brave, we will simply call it talking.” This week, Kea speaks with Jennifer and Kate of This Is My Brave. Jennifer and Kate share their personal stories, the mission of This Is My Brave, talk about the upcoming show and tell you how to get involved. This Is My Brave, Inc. is the leading platform for individuals ...
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March 19, 2018 • 68 mins
With recent stories such as Ashawnty Davis (10) and Imani McCray (8) dying by suicide, it is time to talk about our beautiful black princesses. While social media has the benefit of allowing us to stay connected, it has been shown to increase symptoms of depression, anxiety and suicidal thoughts among girls. This episode is so necessary!Meet the expert! Marline Francois-Madden is the owner of Hearts Empowerment Counseling Center, ...
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Generalized anxiety disorder (GAD) is characterized by excessive, persistent and unrealistic worry, and caused by genetic factors, brain chemistry and personality. In fact, 40 million people in the United States are affected by an anxiety disorder, according to the Anxiety and Depression Association of America. This week's episode discusses generalized anxiety disorder verses experiencing a normal amount of anxiety. Learn abo...
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April 2, 2018 • 58 mins
Many people may look at Kea on social media and say "She looks so happy" but it did not happen overnight. Those in her support system (TEAM KEA) will tell you that it has been a rocky road. She still have rough moments but they are NOTHING compared to her previous dark days. She has healthy coping strategies to get her through, an amazing therapist and of course, TEAM KEA!In this episode, a member of TEAM KEA, Liz shares ...
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April 9, 2018 • 84 mins
Following up on last week’s episode, Kea spoke with a member of TEAM KEA, Liz, who is a huge support to her in her mental health recovery. In part two, Liz discussed how family and friends can help those who live with mental illness. Kea also share her thoughts on the recent killing of Saheed Vassell who was killed by the police and lived with bipolar disorder.During the mind, body and soulness segment, Kea talks about the benefits...
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April 16, 2018 • 68 mins
Are you a mom who wants to start a business or already have a business and driving to find balance? This episode shares the story of founder of Brown Sisters Speak Myisha T who was diagnosed with cyclothymia that later turned into bipolar disorder. She also experienced and postpartum psychosis. Myisha T shares her story, tips on finding balance, mental wellness as a mom and entrepreneur. References/links:Myisha T’s personal websit...
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April 23, 2018 • 69 mins
Why do we tell our black boys to stop crying or acting like a girl? It diminishes their voice and forces them hold everything inside. It is time we allow our black boys and men to cry and express their thoughts and feelings. In this episode, Kea speaks with book coach and motivational speaker Kenny Jones. Kenny shares his story with coming out as a gay black man, battling depression and being overweight. Author of the Amazon Inte...
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April 30, 2018 • 54 mins
This week's episode was requested by one of the fireflies (listeners). This episode addresses how to break-ups and divorce impact your mental health. Chautè Thompson joins the podcast and shares ways to take care of your mental health during this time. During the mind, body and soulness segment, Kea discussed four tips to push past fear. This week's episode was requested by one of the fireflies (listeners). This episode ...
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In this potluck episode, Kea dives into a lot from hip-hop and mental health where she discusses J.Cole, Charlamagne and Kanye West. Oh yes, it's about to go down!Kea also interviews social worker and Nia Noire founder Jessica Gaddy. Jessica shares her experience with being biracial (Asian and Black), battling suicide ideation, overcoming her fear of seeking treatment as a mental health professional and so much more. Jessica G...
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