Conversations in Color

In this episode of The Male Perspective, host Lana Reid sits down with Jamey Jenkins, Owner and CEO of Hello Black Man, for a reflective conversation about healing, self-discovery, and the power of intentional journaling. Jamey shares how the Hello Black Man journal series was created as a space for Black men to slow down, reflect, and engage in guided prompts that support emotional wellness, self-awareness, and personal growth.

In this episode of The Male Perspective, host Lana Reid sits down with author Dr. Ansley LaMar, Founder and Director of SuperKidz Kamp, to explore his decades-long commitment to youth development, leadership, and positive peer culture. Dr. LaMar shares how his own childhood experiences with summer camp helped shape the vision behind SuperKidz Kamp, a program rooted in the belief that all children are gifted and talented. He explain...

In this episode of The Male Perspective, host Lana Reid sits down with author Jaret Lloyd for an honest conversation about Black men, anxiety, vulnerability, and healing. Jaret is the author of Thoughts of an Anxious Black Man, a reflective work that explores what it means to carry emotional weight while navigating manhood in a world that often expects Black men to remain silent.

During the conversation, Jaret shares how anxiety sho...

In this episode of The Male Perspective, Lana Reid sits down with Sacher Dawson - Executive Director and Board President of HOPE Farm. Dawson discusses the early motivations behind HOPE Farm, which was co-founded by law enforcement professionals, and shares the remarkable story of their first facility, a former crackhouse transformed into a center of hope and mentorship. He also explains how HOPE Farm has expanded to three location...

In this episode of The Male Perspective, guest Dr. Eddie Wright, Founder and Executive Director of The We Can Win Foundation, Inc., shares the story behind the life-changing call he received from his doctor in 2012 and the medical journey that followed. He discusses why prostate cancer disproportionately impacts Black men, who face a 70% higher incidence rate and are more than twice as likely to die from the disease compared to whi...

In this episode of The Male Perspective, Lana Reid talks with Ben Ali — Author, Entrepreneur, and Co-owner of the legendary Ben’s Chili Bowl in Washington, D.C. Ben shares insights from his new book, “ASCEND: A Black Man’s Guide to Elevation, Success, and Purpose”, a blueprint designed to empower the next generation of Black men to rise above pain, break generational cycles, and build lasting legacies. ASCEND is more than a motivat...

In this episode of The Male Perspective, Lana Reid sits down with Matt Prestbury - founder of the Facebook community “Black Fathers.” Established in 2008, the group has grown to over 100,000 members, serving as a positive and empowering space that celebrates the joys and challenges of fatherhood while dismantling long-held stereotypes about Black men as parents.

Matt opens up about his personal journey—the experiences that led h...

In this episode of The Male Perspective, Lana Reid sits down with Benjamin Glover - Founder and CEO of BIG Talks Mentorship. Benjamin discusses his personal journey and the inspiration behind launching BIG Talks, sharing what fuels his passion for empowering young Black men. He also explains how the organization is working to break the stigma surrounding mental health in the Black community by providing safe, supportive spaces for ...

In this episode of The Male Perspective, Lana Reid speaks with Archie Green — Hip Hop Artist, Mental Health Advocate, and Founder of Peel Dem Layers Back (PDLB). Archie opens up about his personal journey, the intersection of hip-hop culture and mental health, and how he’s creating safe spaces for Black men to heal and grow.

🟢 About Peel Dem Layers Back (PDLB)

Founded by Archie Green, PDLB’s mission is to educate, equip, and empower...

In this episode of The Male Perspective, Lana Reid talks with Jordan Thierry — filmmaker, writer, activist, and founder of Dream Chase Media LLC. Through his work, Jordan uses culture, creativity, and community as the foundation for powerful and authentic storytelling. He shares the inspiration behind his feature documentary “Grandma’s Roses,” a raw and intimate portrait of the labor and love women devote to their families and comm...

In this episode of The Male Perspective, Lana Reid sits down with Russ Green, Founder of Bison Impact Group, Inc. (BIG). Russ Green is a nonprofit executive dedicated to leveraging the power of golf to raise awareness and funds to end domestic violence and intimate partner violence.

Through initiatives like the HBCU Golf Tournament, BIG not only supports students at Historically Black Colleges and Universities but also introduces mo...

In this episode of The Male Perspective, Lana Reid talks with Xavier Smith — Intervention Specialist and founder of Kind Mentoring. Xavier shares his journey from studying Criminal Justice at Morris College to becoming an Intervention Specialist and the founder of Kind Mentoring. He explains how mentorship and intervention programs can transform the lives of young people and create safer schools and stronger communities. 

Xavier det...

In this episode of "The Male Perspective," Lana talks with Dr. Lathardus Goggins II - Educational Consultant, Scholar, Advocate, and Author. He shares insights on the challenges and opportunities facing Black students in today’s K-12 system. From addressing the impact of cultural disconnects in classrooms often dominated by educators who do not look like Black students or share their lived experiences to unpacking the myt...

In this episode of "The Male Perspective," Lana talks with Charleston Girley - Author, Speaker, Entrepreneur and Accountant. Charleston shares his book and autobiography, "The Black Accountant," which documents his personal story of overcoming adversity and the lessons learned along the way. From his beginnings as a walk-on football player to becoming a scholarship athlete at Arkansas State University, where he won four conference ...

In this episode of "The Male Perspective," Lana talks with Jadarius Evans, LPC-A, NCC, M.Ed., Ed.S. As a mental health researcher, Jadarius discusses the community-based, community-focused research project that he will lead, called Project H.E.A.R.T. This initiative employs photovoice, a qualitative participatory research technique that highlights participants’ lived experiences through photography and narrative storytell...

In this episode of "The Male Perspective," Lana talks with Dr. Timothy Felton - Author, Educator and Speaker. Having authored a variety of influential books on topics including sports, personal development, and youth empowerment, Dr. Felton shares insights into his work that emphasizes identity, engagement, and resilience, particularly for youth, students, and student-athletes. He also shares his heartwarming children'...

In this episode of "The Male Perspective," Lana talks with Coach Ed Bradley - Transitional Life Coach, Author and Speaker. Coach Ed shares practical strategies to better prepare young individuals for the realities of the real world. He also talks about his book, “Ultimate Scholarship & Grant Guide,” which features a comprehensive list of scholarships and grants that many students may not be aware of for trade school a...

In this episode of "The Male Perspective," Lana talks with Jesus' Kimbrow - Pastor, Entrepreneur and Facilitator of Headspace, a Black men’s support group. Pastor Kimbrow talks about the importance of mental health in leadership roles within ministry and its impact on the community. He shares his future plans for Headspace, which aims to expand the spaces where Black men can share their stories and enhance their perso...

In this episode of "The Male Perspective," Lana talks with Cameron E. Miles, the Director and Founder of Mentoring Male Teens in the ‘Hood.’ Since 1996, Mr. Miles has dedicated his work to mentoring boys aged 8 to 18 in Baltimore and its surrounding regions. His program offers a range of enriching experiences, including educational travel, guest speakers, college tours, and tutoring, all designed to inspire young boys to ...