Lana Reid interviewing Ty Brownlow on The Male Perspective, discussing the creation of his show “Word With Ty Brownlow,” the dedication required for podcasting through challenges like COVID-19, and meaningful strategies for mentoring youth.

Every Story Has Value: Ty Brownlow on Purpose-Driven Podcasting

March 29, 2023

By Lana Reid | March 29, 2023 As part of the Black Men Matter Series, Lana Reid sits down with Ty Brownlow, host and creator of Word With Ty Brownlow, to discuss purpose-driven podcasting and the belief that every story has value. Ty shares how storytelling serves as a powerful tool for connection, healing, and understanding, and why creating intentional media spaces allows voices to be heard in meaningful ways. Read More

Lana Reid interviewing Dr. Tierney Bates on The Male Perspective, discussing the value of higher education, strategies for earning a degree without major debt, and how Student Affairs supports student success and career pathways.

Student Affairs & College Success: Dr. Tierney Bates on Campus Support Systems

March 22, 2023

By Lana Reid | March 22, 2023 As part of the Black Men Matter Series, Lana Reid sits down with Dr. Tierney Bates, Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs at the University of South Carolina Upstate, to discuss student affairs and the role campus support systems play in college success. Dr. Bates shares how student success extends beyond the classroom and why holistic support is essential to academic achievement, retention, and Read More

Lana Reid interviewing Trevor Gabbidon on The Male Perspective, discussing his children’s book Daughters Grow Up So Fast, reflections on fatherhood, and the importance of nurturing confidence and healthy self-esteem in children.

How Black Fathers Shape Confident Daughters: Trevor Gabbidon on Presence & Purpose

March 15, 2023

By Lana Reid | March 15, 2023 As part of the Black Men Matter Series, Lana Reid sits down with Trevor Gabbidon to discuss Black fatherhood and the powerful role fathers play in shaping confident daughters. Trevor shares his own fatherhood journey and reflects on how presence, guidance, and accountability influence a daughter’s sense of self, boundaries, and emotional security. The conversation centers on intentional parenting and the lasting impact Read More

Lana Reid interviewing representatives of the Tau Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha on The Male Perspective, highlighting the chapter’s century-long legacy at the University of Illinois and its continued leadership through financial seminars, community service, and youth mentorship.

“The Male Perspective” with guest┃ Tau ┃ Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc.

March 1, 2023

FEATURED SERIES: The Men of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. 🆃🅷🅸🆂 🆆🅴🅴🅺 Tau University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign Champaign, Illinois Chartered in 1917 On today’s installment of “The Male Perspective,” Tau Chapter is represented by its current president, Bro. Miles Moore and current secretary, Bro. Salifu Habib. The Tau Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Inc, was chartered March 23rd, 1917 on the campus of University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign Read More

Lana Reid interviewing Bro. Blair Ellison on The Male Perspective, highlighting the Sigma Delta Lambda Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha in Southfield, Michigan, and its community impact through youth mentoring, scholarships, and partnerships with local service organizations.

“The Male Perspective” with guest┃ Sigma Delta Lambda ┃ Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc.

February 22, 2023

FEATURED SERIES: The Men of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. 🆃🅷🅸🆂 🆆🅴🅴🅺 Sigma Delta Lambda Alumni Chapter Southfield, Michigan Chartered in 2012 On today’s installment of “The Male Perspective,” Sigma Delta Lambda is represented by its current president, Bro. Blair Ellison. Located in Southfield, a northern suburb of Detroit sits the 930th chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. Although one of the younger chapters, the Southfield Alphas have already Read More

Lana Reid interviewing Dr. Chester Wilson on The Male Perspective, highlighting the Beta Delta Lambda Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha and his community impact through CW Consulting, professional development training, mediation education, and motivational speaking.

“The Male Perspective” with guest┃ Beta Delta Lambda ┃ Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc.

February 15, 2023

FEATURED SERIES: The Men of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. 🆃🅷🅸🆂 🆆🅴🅴🅺 Beta Delta Lambda Alumni Chapter Daytona Beach, Florida Chartered in 1937 On today’s installment of “The Male Perspective,” Beta Delta Lambda is represented by its current president, Bro. Dr. Chester Wilson. With leadership and service being part of the core philosophy of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc., Dr. Chester Wilson exemplifies these values through his work as CEO Read More

Lana Reid interviewing Bro. Jay Watkins on The Male Perspective, showcasing the Beta Mu Lambda Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha and its community work through holiday giveaways, school supply drives, family support programs, and voter education initiatives.

“The Male Perspective” with guest┃ Beta Mu Lambda ┃ Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc.

February 8, 2023

FEATURED SERIES: The Men of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. 🆃🅷🅸🆂 🆆🅴🅴🅺 Beta Mu Lambda Alumni Chapter Salisbury, North Carolina Chartered in 1939 On today’s installment of “The Male Perspective,” Bro. Jay Watkins represents Beta Mu Lambda Chapter. Located in the oldest continuously populated colonial town in the western region of North Carolina sits Beta Mu Lambda, the 155th House of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. This chapter has served Read More

Lana Reid interviewing Bros. Anthony Harris, Charles Scott, and Steven Robinson on The Male Perspective, highlighting the Pi Upsilon Lambda Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha, its historic founding, upcoming 30th “Alphaversary,” and its charitable foundation’s extensive scholarship and community programs.

“The Male Perspective” with guest┃ Pi Upsilon Lambda ┃ Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc.

February 1, 2023

FEATURED SERIES: The Men of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. 🆃🅷🅸🆂 🆆🅴🅴🅺 Pi Upsilon Lambda Alumni Chapter Prince George’s County, Maryland Chartered in 1993 On today’s installment of “The Male Perspective,” Bro. Anthony Harris, Bro. Charles Scott and Bro. Steven Robinson represents Pi Upsilon Lambda Chapter. The brothers discuss their upcoming 30th “Alphaversary” and the history of their chapter which began with sixty-one charter members and is said to be Read More

Lana Reid interviewing Spencer Hawthorne Jr. on The Male Perspective, discussing his children’s book I Found a Dollar, financial literacy for kids and adults, generational wealth in Black communities, and strategies for investing and reducing instant-gratification spending.

Teaching Children Financial Literacy: Spencer Hawthorne Jr. on Money & Generational Wealth

January 18, 2023

By Lana Reid | January 18, 2023 As part of the Black Men Matter Series, Lana Reid sits down with Spencer Hawthorne Jr., author, entrepreneur, and accountant, to discuss teaching children financial literacy through his book series Jayden’s Quests. Spencer shares how introducing money concepts at an early age helps children develop understanding around saving, spending, and responsibility. He reflects on why early financial education is critical to long-term economic Read More

Lana Reid interviewing Andrew Adeniyi on The Male Perspective, discussing DEI leadership strategies, his book The Circle of Leadership, and how organizations can build culture, improve employee engagement, and implement effective DEI practices.

Creating Inclusive Workplace Culture: Andrew Adeniyi on DEI Leadership

January 11, 2023

By Lana Reid | January 11, 2023 As part of the Black Men Matter Series, Lana Reid sits down with Andrew Adeniyi, founder and CEO of ASA Solutions, to discuss creating inclusive workplace cultures through intentional DEI leadership. Andrew shares how diversity, equity, and inclusion frameworks must move beyond performative language and into measurable strategy, accountability, and long-term organizational commitment. The conversation centers on leadership responsibility, employee engagement, and building Read More