Closed Door Conversations Podcast

In this powerful episode of Closed Door Conversations Podcast, host Mil Ivory sits down with fellow podcaster, therapist, and author Kervin Searls for an honest conversation about why so many men suffer in silence and why men often don’t heal out loud.

Together, they explore the emotional weight men carry behind the mask of strength, the stigma surrounding vulnerability, and how society conditions men to suppress pain instead...

In this insightful episode of Closed Door Conversations Podcast, host Mil Ivory sits down with a licensed therapist Dee Carpenter and Vernon Scott for an honest conversation about dating through the lens of a mental health professional.

Together, they unpack the unique challenges therapists face in the dating world — from overanalyzing behaviors and setting firm boundaries, to navigating emotional availability and the pressur...

In this raw and unfiltered episode of Closed Door Conversations Podcast, host Mil Ivory opens up about the harsh truth about healing — beyond the aesthetic, beyond the surface, and far from the picture-perfect version often portrayed.

Drawing from her own personal journey, Mil Ivory dives into what healing really looks like: the emotional breakdowns, the uncomfortable self-reflection, the grief, the anger, and the moments of ...

In this powerful and thought-provoking episode, the host of CDC sits down with Sky Marie and Shanell Lewis for an open and honest conversation about transformation, identity, and becoming the woman she always knew herself to be.

Sky Marie shares her journey with raw vulnerability — from self-discovery and inner conflict to stepping fully into her truth and embracing her femininity on her own terms. Together, they explore wha...

Host Mil Ivory sits down with fellow podcaster Big Smash for a raw, honest exploration of what happens when marriage loses its spark.

Together, they unpack emotional distance, intimacy without connection, silent resentment, and the hard questions couples avoid. This isn’t about blame — it’s about truth, growth, and facing the reality of a loveless marriage/ relationship with courage and clarity.

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Keywords

relationships, dating, emotional support, independence, communication, intimacy, wants vs needs, self-sufficiency, trauma, expectations

Summary

In this engaging conversation, Mil Ivory and Tory Everhart explore the complexities of dating, modern relationships, focusing on the distinction between wanting and needing a partner. They discuss the importance of emotional support, communication, and the impact of past traumas o...

In this heartfelt episode, the host shares a deeply personal story about the loss of her son, Zanqurious, and the impact it has had on her family. Joined by her daughters, they discuss their individual reactions to the news, the importance of healthy grieving, and the coping mechanisms they have developed. The conversation emphasizes the significance of support systems, therapy, and cherishing memories while navigating the complexi...

Carlos Henry also known as Loso 2.O is a new author, personal development coach and motivational speaker who focuses his attention to motivating and empowering minority youth comes to Closed Door Conversations to have a conversation with Mil and share his story with the CDC fam.  Carlos story is more of a testimony, a motivating factor on how having the mindset of a winner and the determination to stay focused to be better wil...

Carlos Henry also known as Loso 2.O is a new author, personal development coach and motivational speaker who focuses his attention to motivating and empowering minority youth comes to Closed Door Conversations to have a conversation with Mil and share his story with the CDC fam.  Carlos story is more of a testimony, a motivating factor on how having the mindset of a winner and the determination to stay focused to be better wil...

You’re the one is a brief conversation turnt almost rant to quickly not in the mood to talk about it today. 😂😂 Headed in the direction to highlight the importance of loving yourself first.  How it  can show up in every area of your life including your relationship with others.  The fact that it is a lifestyle! Something personal to you, in which you and only you are in total control of, have to take responsib...

An aphrodisiac is any substance or food that increases sexual desire, arousal, behavior, performance, or pleasure. There are a number of reasons why people may want to take an aphrodisiac to improve their sex lives. Some reasons may include increasing libido  or to improve sexual performance, but sometimes people may want to simply try to enjoy sex more. 

Mil sits down to have a conversation with Amy Reiley, food ap...

The problem I have with resolutions is their lack of specificity. This is why my focus goes to setting personal and professional goals, since the mindset and approach to achieving a goal differs from that of a resolution.

Goals take longer to frame because they involve planning. But, this preparation provides you with a clear direction to follow to reach your desired outcome. By rephrasing your New Year’s resolutions to goals...

Most people are afraid of being transparent for several reasons.  Mil sits down with producer,artist,photographer & videographer  YoShayne to discuss why transparency is important.  The goal of this conversation is to bring light to the fact that being transparent is not a weakness!  Sharing ideas, feelings and information that you may have not particularly been compelled to share can actually strengthen you...

Most people are afraid of being transparent for several reasons.  Mil sits down with producer,artist,photographer & videographer  YoShayne to discuss why transparency is important.  The goal of this conversation is to bring light to the fact that being transparent is not a weakness!  Sharing ideas, feelings and information that you may have not particularly been compelled to share can actually strengthen you...

In part 1 and Part 2 of this episodes Mil sit down and have an awesome conversation with dynamic duo of Married Into Crazy. Podcasting is just one of the hats they share, they are also Arthurs, & life coaches focusing on couples but single or people looking can also “get the business also”. ( quoted per Lovey) The focus for them is just helping people to be C.R.A.Z.Y. ! 😂😂😂 I was going to leave y’all hangin...

In part 1 and Part 2 of this episodes Mil sit down and have an awesome conversation with dynamic duo of Married Into Crazy. Podcasting is just one of the hats they share, they are also Arthurs, & life coaches focusing on couples but single or people looking can also “get the business also”. ( quoted per Lovey) The focus for them is just helping people to be C.R.A.Z.Y. ! 😂😂😂 I was going to leave y’all hangin...

Back in the day, not even way back because some people still feel like being strong is a form of strength.  I may even agree to a certain degree BUT once it starts to affect who you are physically, emotionally, financially and spiritually you need to do something different!  When you know better you do better and we as a society now know that be strength looks different.  We now know that you can not our from an empt...

In part 1 and part 2 of this episode our host Mil Ivory sits with fellow podcaster and host of Dear Poly podcast and have a conversation about his choice to live a polyamory lifestyle.  In this conversation Phillip helps to unravel some of the confusing (or what seems to be confusing to the “outside” world) terms and misconceptions of his lifestyle.  First thing that is established is that polyamory and polyga...