Hung Up Podcast

☎️ The Hung Up Podcast is hosted and produced by Wellness and Social Impact Leadership Coach Eric Cole, M.Ed. HUPod centers wellness, culture, and society from a Black Queer perspective. Unpacking with educators, professionals, entertainers, and creatives from all walks of life- the podcast explores pop culture trending topics in addition to personal and professional development, storytelling, and collective resilience. Tap the profile bio link to listen now & access podcast merch! hunguppod@gmail.com Stream on Apple Podcasts, SoundCloud, Spotify, & iHeartradio.

Episodes

The Voice Ain't Free: Art, Resistance & Range with Vocal Coach Twyla Joy

July 29, 2025 • 48 mins

This week on the Hung Up Podcast is Artist and Vocal Coach Twyla Joy @twilightjoi This episode is centered around what it means to connect your outer voice to your inner voice, Twyla says this is where the magic happens! -- We unpack Twyla's journey as a Black woman artist and singer navigating creativity, building legacy, and cultural resistance. This is an intimate and spirited conversation about what it really means to OWN your ...

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Victor Nasir Terry Unpacking Queer Advocacy in Black Greek Fraternities, and Attacks on DEI

July 18, 2025 • 34 mins

This week on the Hung Up Podcast is Victor Nasir Terry, Education Leadership and Belonging Coach, Founder of Necessary Means Consulting and Coaching, and member of the Divine Nine! We unpack our introduction to social impact leadership coaching,, what Queer advocacy looks like from the inside of the Divine Nine, and how the attacks on DEI are impacting our communities, organizations as a collective, but also on a personal level. --...

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Hollywood Actor Milan Carter Unpacking Hit Netflix Series FUBAR, Growing Up In Philly, and Being a Black Actor

July 6, 2025 • 47 mins

🎙️ Philly, Stand Up! Produced by Marquise Richards @marquisedavon The Hung Up Podcast welcomes West Philly’s own Actor Milan Carter @milanbcarter back to the city as he promotes his hit Netflix series FUBAR! 💥 From growing up in the 215 to starring alongside @schwarzenegger Arnold Schwarzenegger, Milan is living the dream and reppin Philly every step of the way. We talk about what it feels like to be back home and how FUBAR cha...

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Unpacking AI in Therapy and Curating Nontraditional Healing Spaces with Natasha Mosby, LCSW

June 27, 2025 • 36 mins

This week on Hung Up Pod, we’re talking therapy—but not the Instagram version. I’m joined by Natasha Mosby, LCSW @healthandwellness_nsmlcsw—clinical expert, therapist, and founder of Health, Wellness and Integrated Care—for a deep and refreshing conversation on how therapy is evolving in today’s world. We unpack: The impact (and risks) of AI in mental health spaces The rise of toxic therapy buzzwords and how they’re missing the m...

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Pride, Protest & Petty Queens: A Culture Check with XD

June 16, 2025 • 69 mins

This week on The Hung Up Podcast, Eric is joined by the hilarious and unapologetically insightful XD—podcaster, award winning producer, and cultural critic—for a sharp and hilarious conversation that spans the spectrum of Black queer experience. From the surge of ICE raids and public protests to the return of Noah’s Arc, we dive deep into the state of (Black) Pride Month, the evolution of the DL identity, the TS Madison and Nene L...

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Tony Purnell on Pride & Pleasure: Unpacking Healing and Summer Dating Vibes

June 6, 2025 • 50 mins

In this Pride Month episode, I'm joined by Black Psychotherapist, Author, and Lightworker Tony Purnell @tonypurnelllightworker for a hilarious and insightful convo around what it means to heal while being Queer, dating with intention (or not), and showing up in the heat of summer dating/hookups. We talk therapy, spiritual wellness, boundaries, and what Pride Month means to us. Tap in for reflections and a little shade!

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Theo aka PleaseDontIrkMe, a Word for Creators

May 23, 2025 • 34 mins

Theo aka PleaseDontIrkMe Blogger, YouTube Creator, and Podcaster unpacks his journey to being a creator and the motivations that keep him engaging with community.

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Marquise Richards Unpacking Sinners Movie, Mental Health Awareness Month, Children of the Chalk

May 16, 2025 • 58 mins

Marquise Richards Host of Keepin' It A Bean podcast, Owner of Leroy's Coffee Blend, and Co-Host of Due Diligence taps in this week and it is a GOOD time! ——— We unpack some of our favorite scenes from the Sinners movie and how vampirism is used to portray white supremacy. ——— May is Mental Health Awareness Month. We unpack growing up with the house rule "what goes on in this house stays in this house" and its impact on our ment...

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Kim Burrell & Jamal Bryant Viral Video, Re-Living Single Podcast Launch, and Rodney Hinton, Jr.

May 9, 2025 • 57 mins

The Hung Up Podcast returns with season 7 episode 1 This week's shout out goes to Doechii and Marquise Richards of Keeping It A Bean Podcast. UnPack or Packing it UP: Kim Burrell & Jamal Bryant Viral Video LGBTQ Sanctuary Opens in Pennsylvania Ericka Alexander, Kim Coles Re-Living Single Podcast A'Jay Love gets World Star Hip Hop Post Removed Rodney Hinton, Jr. Say His Name.

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LIVE: The Audacity Feat. Andre D. Carroll

April 18, 2024 • 33 mins

This week we focus on local Philly politics and community with Andre D. Carroll. Andre is an educator, juvenile justice advocate and he is currently the Democratic Candidate for the 201st Legislative District State House Representative. 🏳️‍🌈 Carroll would be the second openly Black gay male to serve as a PA State Rep, the first being Malcolm Kenyatta. Hosts: @hunguppod @tonypurnelllightworker Producer: @marquisedavon Creativ...

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LIVE: Demystifying Masculine Affection

April 11, 2024 • 27 mins

Watch this full episode @YouTube This week Eric and Tony talk about affection and bromance between straight men. Why is it so controversial? Why is it harder for men to show affection towards each other? How does this show up in our own community and how is it perpetuated? Hosts: @hunguppod @tonypurnelllightworker Production: @marquisedavon Creative Assist: @sterlyg Studio: @recphilly

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LIVE: 3D Art & Philly Art Entrepreneur feat. Tee Taylor

April 2, 2024 • 31 mins

This week we have 3D artist and owner of Taylored Faces and Balloons Tee Taylor in the studio to talk about her unique 3D art style and how she was able quit her 9 to 5 to focus on art full time. Hosts: @hunguppod @tonypurnelllightworker Production: @marquisedavon Creative Assist: @sterlyg Studio: @recphilly

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LIVE: Black Women in Business feat. Janell Johnson

March 8, 2024 • 38 mins

You can watch this full episode on YouTube by searching Hung Up Podcast. Subscribe and comment! This week we are joined by Janell Johnson owner of The Suite by J. Nicole home of your favorite Black Women owned bath, body, skin, hair, candles and more! Janell is an award winning business owner, retail merchandising coach and consultant. @thesuite.byjnco @suite.828 Catch Us 📺 Mondays at 7p EST @YouTube Hosts: Eric Cole IG/Twit...

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LIVE: Philly On The Rise Reality TV Guests Part 2 feat. J. Marquise & Leemy Hendrix

February 29, 2024 • 31 mins

Eric and Tony sit down with Leemy and J Marquise…cast members of Philly on the Rise. The cast members discuss their experiences on the show as well as their entrepreneural side of life. Philly On The Rise is a queer reality showed, based right here in Philadelphia! Check out season one! Leemy on IG @leemyhendrix and youtube @TheLeemyHendrixShow J Marquise on IG @j.marquise_ and on youtube @POTRProductions

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LIVE: Singles Awareness Day

February 20, 2024 • 29 mins

Watch the full episode on YouTube! Tony and Eric are back from winter vacation. This week’s episode is all about the Lovers! The single Lovers that is! Tony and Eric break down “Singles Awareness Day.” The cohosts talk about the pressures of being in a relationship and the value of being single vs in a relationship. What is the pettiest reason you won’t date someone? Let us know in the comment below. #HungUp

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Episode 517: So Much Drama: Nicki, Draya, and Pastor Juanita!

February 5, 2024 • 75 mins

This week with Nell of The Does That Make Sense Podcast: “Back In The Day” poll results (39:23) Was the Nicki diss a bop or a flop? (44:32) Nicki Rant explicit language warning (46:43-48:19) Sports Update with Nell: NFC/AFC Championship (51:26) Draya Michele dating Jalen Green, is the age gap too WIDE?! (52:28) Juanita Bynum homophobic rant from the pulpit- what’s new? (01:01:45) Send your questions, comments, feedback to hungu...

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Episode 516: Reminiscing on Back in the Day Feat. Nell Simmons

January 24, 2024 • 67 mins

Intro Credit: @MoneyGorgeous on TikTok Guest Co Host: Nell Simmons of The Does That Make Sense Podcast @Nellll__ This Week: Black Fatherhood and shielding versus exposure to prepare the youth for the world (12:12) Stand in Pride filling in the gap for LGBTQ+ people at weddings, graduations, etc. (18:08) How much do you tell the person you are “hooking up” with? (21:30) What do you consider “Back in the Day?” (33:13) Sports Update:...

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Episode 515: Waiting to Exhale Celebrates 28, Taraji P. Henson Speaks Out Feat. Nell Simmons

December 31, 2023 • 73 mins

Guest: Nell Simmons Co-Host of The Does That Make Sense Podcast IG: @NELLLL__ Intro: @thedanielleyoung interview with @tarajiphenson “I was told I’m not HOLLYWOOD pretty.” Christmas is over, are parents relieved? Nell says that malls in America are dying (00:17:45) PrEP vs. Doxy PEP (00:23:18) Waiting to Exhale celebrates 28th anniversary (00:35:15) Taraji P. Henson speaks out; Are roles being created for Black actresses? (00...

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Episode 514: Seasonal Depression & Exploring Alternative Forms of Manhood Feat. Nell Simmons

December 22, 2023 • 50 mins

Nell Simmons Co-Host of The Does That Make Sense Podcast dials back in this week. We unpack some recent trending topics. Coping with seasonal depression (00:11:29). Charleston White says it’s femmine to groom and lotion (00:17:50). Mark Bryan pushing gender norms with how he dresses (00:27:19). Should men disclose to women they are dating if they have been with a man in the past? (00:34:21).

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Episode 513: Ski Mask Ban, PPA, & Toxic Hetero Standards Feat. Nell Simmons

December 15, 2023 • 72 mins

This week on Hung Up Podcast feat. Nell Simmons of The Don’t That Make Sense Podcast: PrEP is not just for Queer men- let’s talk about how HIV has been impacting the straight community recently (00:04:57) What precedent is Philly setting by banning the face ski mask? There are arguments on both sides (00:13:33) Rocks in the sink, and why it went viral this week (00:27:53) Philadelphia Parking Authority is hell! (00:33:46). The infa...

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Episodes

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.css-r6mb8g{margin:0;word-break:break-word;display:-webkit-box;-webkit-box-orient:vertical;box-orient:vertical;-webkit-line-clamp:1;overflow:hidden;}Victor Nasir Terry Unpacking Queer Advocacy in Black Greek Fraternities, and Attacks on DEI

Hollywood Actor Milan Carter Unpacking Hit Netflix Series FUBAR, Growing Up In Philly, and Being a Black Actor

Unpacking AI in Therapy and Curating Nontraditional Healing Spaces with Natasha Mosby, LCSW

Pride, Protest & Petty Queens: A Culture Check with XD

Tony Purnell on Pride & Pleasure: Unpacking Healing and Summer Dating Vibes

Theo aka PleaseDontIrkMe, a Word for Creators

Marquise Richards Unpacking Sinners Movie, Mental Health Awareness Month, Children of the Chalk

Kim Burrell & Jamal Bryant Viral Video, Re-Living Single Podcast Launch, and Rodney Hinton, Jr.

LIVE: The Audacity Feat. Andre D. Carroll

LIVE: Demystifying Masculine Affection

LIVE: 3D Art & Philly Art Entrepreneur feat. Tee Taylor

LIVE: Black Women in Business feat. Janell Johnson

LIVE: Philly On The Rise Reality TV Guests Part 2 feat. J. Marquise & Leemy Hendrix

LIVE: Singles Awareness Day

Episode 517: So Much Drama: Nicki, Draya, and Pastor Juanita!

Episode 516: Reminiscing on Back in the Day Feat. Nell Simmons

Episode 515: Waiting to Exhale Celebrates 28, Taraji P. Henson Speaks Out Feat. Nell Simmons

Episode 514: Seasonal Depression & Exploring Alternative Forms of Manhood Feat. Nell Simmons

Episode 513: Ski Mask Ban, PPA, & Toxic Hetero Standards Feat. Nell Simmons

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