Lana Reid interviews Bro. John “Pastor G” Girton, Jr. of the Xi Sigma Alumni Chapter of Phi Beta Sigma on The Male Perspective podcast. Pastor G, Executive Vice President and Chief of Staff at Martin University, discusses his decades of leadership, service, and work empowering underserved communities.

“The Male Perspective” with guest┃ Xi Sigma ┃ Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc.

January 31, 2024

𝗙𝗘𝗔𝗧𝗨𝗥𝗘𝗗 𝗦𝗘𝗥𝗜𝗘𝗦: The Men of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. 𝗧𝗛𝗜𝗦 𝗪𝗘𝗘𝗞Xi SigmaAlumni ChapterIndianapolis, IndianaChartered in 1938 On today’s installment of “The Male Perspective,” Bro. John “Pastor G” Girton, Jr., who is the current Executive Vice President and Chief of Staff at Martin University stops by to chat with Lana Reid. With a community leadership resume spanning over numerous decades, Pastor G has long provided training and empowerment to aspiring Read More

Lana Reid interviews Deputy Sheriff Bobby Porter of Dillon County, South Carolina, on The Male Perspective podcast, discussing his “Boys to Men” Youth Mentorship Program and its impact through academic recognition, college tours, community service, and character-building for young boys.

Inspiring Deputy Sheriff Transforming Boys Into Men: Bobby Porter

January 24, 2024

By Lana Reid | January 24, 2024 As part of the Black Men Matter Series, Lana Reid sits down with Bobby Porter, Dillon County, South Carolina Deputy Sheriff and founder of the Boys to Men Youth Mentorship Program, to discuss mentoring young boys into responsible men. Bobby shares how intentional mentorship, exposure to new experiences, and consistent leadership help boys develop character, confidence, and accountability. The conversation centers on providing Read More

Lana Reid interviews Pastor W. Eric Croomes, Executive Director of the Kusoma Project and author of Brotha2Brotha: Becoming Healthy Men from the Inside Out, on The Male Perspective podcast. He discusses holistic healing for Black men and the Kusoma Project’s mission to advance Black boy literacy and educational excellence.

Empowering Black Boys Through Literacy & Holistic Black Men Healing

January 10, 2024

By Lana Reid | January 10, 2024 As part of the Black Men Matter Series, Lana Reid sits down with Pastor W. Eric Croomes, Executive Director of the Kusoma Project, author, and faith influencer, to discuss empowering Black boys through literacy and holistic Black men healing. Pastor Croomes reflects on how literacy, emotional wellness, faith, and community support intersect to help Black boys and men heal from the inside out. Read More

Lana Reid interviews Leroy Moore, disability rights educator, activist, and founder of the Krip-Hop Institute, on The Male Perspective podcast. Moore discusses the intersection of race, disability, and prejudice, and how the Krip-Hop Institute uplifts disabled artists worldwide through creativity and inclusion.

Black Ableism & Disability Justice: Leroy Moore on Race, Disability & Culture

January 3, 2024

By Lana Reid | January 3, 2024 As part of the Black Men Matter Series, Lana Reid sits down with Leroy Moore, disability rights educator, artist, and founder of the Krip-Hop Institute, to discuss Black ableism and disability justice at the intersection of race, disability, and culture. Leroy reflects on how disabled Black voices are often marginalized within both disability and racial justice movements, and why inclusive advocacy must center Read More

Lana Reid interviews Vernon E. Davis, II—also known as “Longhorn the Comedian”—on The Male Perspective podcast. Davis, an author, speaker, and founder of the nonprofit Thank U 4 Your Service, discusses comedy in the age of political correctness and shares his family’s proud military legacy from the Buffalo Soldiers to the Tuskegee Airmen.

Laughing Through Change: Vernon E. Davis on Comedy, Culture & Service

December 27, 2023

By Lana Reid | December 27, 2023 As part of the Black Men Matter Series, Lana Reid sits down with Vernon E. Davis, also known as Longhorn the Comedian, to discuss comedy, cultural change, and service. Vernon reflects on how humor helps people process social and political shifts, connect across differences, and find moments of healing during uncertain times. He also shares how his lived experience and background shape his Read More

Lana Reid interviews Michael Taylor, entrepreneur, author, motivational speaker, and host, on The Male Perspective podcast. Coach Taylor discusses his work empowering men through programs like Shattering Black Male Stereotypes and Brothahood of Kings, promoting mental wellness, personal growth, and positive representations of Black masculinity.

Challenging Stereotypes & Empowering Black Men: Michael Taylor on Mindset

December 20, 2023

By Lana Reid | December 20, 2023 As part of the Black Men Matter Series, Lana Reid sits down with Michael Taylor, entrepreneur, author, motivational speaker, and radio/TV host, to discuss challenging stereotypes and empowering Black men. Michael shares how reframing narratives, building self-awareness, and taking ownership of personal growth help Black men push beyond limiting perceptions. The conversation centers on mindset, accountability, and creating space for growth rooted in Read More

Lana Reid interviews Larry Lester, author and co-founder of the Negro Leagues Baseball Museum, on The Male Perspective podcast. Lester discusses the legacy of Black baseball players from the 1850s through Jackie Robinson’s historic integration, and the modern efforts to incorporate Negro Leagues statistics into Major League Baseball history.

Negro League Baseball’s Hidden Legacy: Larry Lester on History, Stats & Recognition

December 6, 2023

By Lana Reid | December 6, 2023 As part of the Black Men Matter Series, Lana Reid sits down with Larry Lester, author, historian, and co-founder of the Negro Leagues Baseball Museum, to discuss the hidden legacy of Negro League Baseball. Larry shares how incomplete records, segregation, and delayed acknowledgment have shaped how Negro League history has been remembered. The conversation explores the importance of accurate documentation, historical truth, and Read More

Lana Reid interviews Yusef Wiley, author, reentry expert, and founder of Timelist Group, Inc., on The Male Perspective podcast. Wiley shares his mission to support formerly incarcerated individuals through programs offering transitional housing, job opportunities, and life skills training, while addressing the challenges of reentry and breaking stigma.

Prison Reform & Effective Reentry: Yusuf Wiley on Reducing Recidivism

November 29, 2023

By Lana Reid | November 29, 2023 As part of the Black Men Matter Series, Lana Reid sits down with Yusuf Wiley, author, reentry expert, and prison reform advocate, to discuss prison reform and effective reentry strategies for reducing recidivism. Yusuf shares how formerly incarcerated individuals face significant barriers after release, including access to housing, employment, and supportive services, and why evidence-based reentry programs are critical to long-term success. The Read More

Lana Reid interviews Dr. Taavon Bazemore, author, motivational speaker, and founder of Bazemore Clinical Services, LLC, on The Male Perspective podcast. Dr. Bazemore discusses improving outcomes for at-risk populations, supporting social workers’ professional growth, and his book YaYa’s Greens, which reflects on healing and grief after his mother’s passing.

Healing Through Grief & Mental Health: Dr. Taavon Bazemore

November 22, 2023

By Lana Reid | November 22, 2023 As part of the Black Men Matter Series, Lana Reid sits down with Dr. Taavon Bazemore, licensed clinical social worker, author, and founder of Bazemore Clinical Services, to discuss healing through grief and mental health. Dr. Bazemore shares how grief impacts emotional well-being, why acknowledging loss is essential to healing, and how intentional mental health support helps individuals navigate pain with compassion and Read More

Lana Reid interviews Matthew C. Horne, author and motivational speaker, on The Male Perspective podcast. Horne shares insights on modern dating and relationships within the Black community, offering guidance and thoughtful analysis on the dynamics between Black men and women in today’s society.

Navigating Modern Dating in the Black Community: Matthew C. Horne

November 15, 2023

By Lana Reid | November 15, 2023 As part of the Black Men Matter Series, Lana Reid sits down with Matthew C. Horne, author and motivational speaker, to discuss navigating modern dating in the Black community. Matthew shares perspectives on communication, relationship expectations, and personal growth, reflecting on how cultural shifts, social pressures, and individual accountability shape dating experiences today. The conversation centers on understanding dynamics rather than assigning blame, Read More