December 2022

“The Male Perspective” hosted by Lana Reid: guest Mark Tuggle

This episode of “The Male Perspective,” Lana chats with Mark Tuggle, the editor of the upcoming book “Cultural Silence and Wounded Souls: Black Men Speak About Mental Health.” The conversation explores the various factors that discourage Black men from seeking mental health services such as systemic racism and stereotypes within the Black community. Mr. Tuggle shares the variety of healthy methods and tools available to enhance mental health as well Read More

“The Male Perspective” hosted by Lana Reid: guest Cornell Ellis

This episode of “The Male Perspective,” Lana sits down with the Executive Director of Brothers Liberating Our Communities (BLOC) – Cornell Ellis to discuss strategic pathways to increasing the number of Black males in educational careers. Mr. Ellis sheds light on the historical adversities that contribute to the current low number of Black male teachers and their retention rate such as workplace biases, school board ideologies and available emotional support Read More

“The Male Perspective” hosted by Lana Reid: guest Calvin Mann

A Detroit Community Activist Who Understands How Black Men Can Save Black Boys This episode of “The Male Perspective,” Lana chats with Author, Mentor, Community Activist and Founder of EMIY (Encourage Me I’m Young) – Calvin Mann about the work his organization does to bring about the restoration of families through the healthy development of boys and men. Mr. Mann shares his lifelong work and proven program initiatives such as Read More

Lana Reid: One Black Woman with a Podcast Shows Why Black Men Matter

Los Angeles, California –Lana Reid, an award-winning author and public speaker, has created a long-running podcast “The Male Perspective,” that sheds light on male viewpoints while aiming to make her listeners aware that Black men matter. Each week, two strangers sit down for a chat as Lana hears the stories of men ranging from those who have recovered from childhood sexual abuse, struggled through co-parenting, to philosophies on relationships and Read More

“The Male Perspective” hosted by Lana Reid: guest Murphy Paschall

This episode of “The Male Perspective,” Lana chats with the CEO of Black Paper Streetwear – Murphy Paschall about the message that his clothing line brings to the Black community of recognizing the powerful impact of its spending power. Mr. Paschall also shares his valuable insight on prevalent community issues such as law enforcement interactions in the Black community, gentrification and the importance of growing Black businesses in the community. Read More