On Being Black Men: A Blueprint For Power and Purpose

Building Wealth Through Discipline with Gerald D. Alli

On Being Black Men: A Blueprint For Power and Purpose with Fredrick Bush, Episode 5 In this episode of “On Being Black Men,” Fredrick Bush speaks with Gerald D. Alli, Financial Advisor and Insurance Agent, president of Gerald D. Alli and Associates, Inc. With over 40 years of experience, Gerald has helped individuals and families build financial security through insurance, retirement, and estate planning. Known for his service-driven approach and referral-based business, he shares practical insights on generational wealth, discipline, and creating long-term financial stability. Tune in to the episode to hear about: * Gerald’s family background, including his mother’s experiences with racism in lower Alabama, her move to New York’s Catskills for opportunity, and the lasting impact of that trauma * How Gerald’s parents married young, saved for years, and built a home in Monticello, helping him gain confidence and social access across communities * A story from Gerald’s early insurance career where coworkers assumed he couldn’t ski, and how his skill shifted office respect and inclusion * Gerald’s practical approach to wealth-building and protection: family business lessons, the “human value” concept, life insurance as buying future income for heirs, and the differences between term and permanent insurance Learn more about Gerald D. Alli: * Follow Gerald on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gerald-d-alli-1b8139ab/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/gerald-d-alli-1b8139ab/] * Email Gerald: alli.insurance@hotmail.com [alli.insurance@hotmail.com] *********************************** About the On Being Black Men: A Blueprint For Power and Purpose: On Being Black Men: A Blueprint for Power and Purpose is a space where silence breaks, truth rises, and healing begins. Each episode offers honest, culturally rooted conversations about what it means to navigate the world as a Black man — while carrying history, surviving systems, and reclaiming peace. We explore mental health not as a problem to fix, but as a blueprint to build upon: a guide toward clarity, resilience, emotional literacy, and deeper connection. This podcast brings together voices from the community — professionals, fathers, sons, mothers, thinkers, artists, and everyday people — unpacking real-life issues like generational trauma, masculinity, love, fatherhood, rage, and recovery. Part reflection, and call to action, we’re rewriting the script and redefining strength on our own terms. Whether you're on the edge of burnout, in the middle of a breakthrough, or just beginning the work, you're not alone. This is for us. This is about us. This is On Being Black Men. Watch or listen to more episodes of On Being Black Men: A Blueprint For Power and Purpose: * YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FredrickBush-o1d [https://www.youtube.com/@FredrickBush-o1d] * Spotify: ⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/5Pzo7xvNckc3Po4YUq8DNI⁠ [⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/5Pzo7xvNckc3Po4YUq8DNI⁠] * Apple: ⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/on-being-black-men-a-blueprint-for-power-and-purpose/id1855911140⁠ [⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/on-being-black-men-a-blueprint-for-power-and-purpose/id1855911140⁠] * Follow Eidolon Therapeutic Counseling, LLC on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/eidolon-therapeutic-counseling-llc [https://www.linkedin.com/company/eidolon-therapeutic-counseling-llc] * Follow the podcast on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61578821217606 [https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61578821217606] * Follow Fredrick on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fbushobbm [https://www.instagram.com/fbushobbm] Connect and learn more from your host, Fredrick Bush, LCSW: * Connect with Fredrick on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/fredrick-bush-lcsw-2b664122 [https://www.linkedin.com/in/fredrick-bush-lcsw-2b664122] * Visit Eidolon Therapeutic Counseling, LLC’s website: https://www.eidolon.help [https://www.eidolon.help] Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not therapy or clinical treatment and does not create a therapist-client relationship. If you are in need of mental health support, please consult a licensed professional. The views expressed by guests are their own and may not reflect those of Fredrick Bush or OBBM. Participation in any discussion now does not replace professional, medical, or psychological advice. Listener discretion is advised for emotionally sensitive topics.

Leading by Example: Manhood & Acts of Service with Kareem Collins

On Being Black Men: A Blueprint For Power and Purpose with Fredrick Bush, Episode 04 Welcome to “On Being Black Men: A Blueprint For Power and Purpose.” This podcast aims to create a space for truth, healing, and forward motion for Black men through honest conversations on manhood, mental health, relationships, and legacy. In this episode of “On Being Black Men,” Fredrick Bush speaks with Kareem Collins, Cancer Exercise Specialist and Fitness Coach. Tune in to the episode to hear about:  * How Fredrick and Kareem met after Fredrick’s prostate cancer treatment   * Kareem’s work with LIU research, Mount Sinai, the 92nd Street Y’s Parkinson’s Exercise Program, and the Himan Brown Senior Center, plus a Teen Fit boxing program   * Kareem’s definition of manhood   * How Kareem entered the fitness industry  * Kareem’s advice to Black men on healthy living  * How Kareem got to working with cancer patients Learn more about Kareem Collins: * Connect with Kareem on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kareem-collins-042557b/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/kareem-collins-042557b/] * Follow Kareem on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/witnessfitnessperformance_bk [https://www.instagram.com/witnessfitnessperformance_bk] * Email Kareem: witnessfitnessperformance@gmail.com [witnessfitnessperformance@gmail.com] *********************************** About the On Being Black Men: A Blueprint For Power and Purpose: On Being Black Men: A Blueprint for Power and Purpose is a space where silence breaks, truth rises, and healing begins. Each episode offers honest, culturally rooted conversations about what it means to navigate the world as a Black man — while carrying history, surviving systems, and reclaiming peace. We explore mental health not as a problem to fix, but as a blueprint to build upon: a guide toward clarity, resilience, emotional literacy, and deeper connection. This podcast brings together voices from the community — professionals, fathers, sons, mothers, thinkers, artists, and everyday people — unpacking real-life issues like generational trauma, masculinity, love, fatherhood, rage, and recovery. Part reflection, and call to action, we’re rewriting the script and redefining strength on our own terms.  Whether you're on the edge of burnout, in the middle of a breakthrough, or just beginning the work, you're not alone. This is for us. This is about us. This is On Being Black Men. Watch or listen to more episodes of On Being Black Men: A Blueprint For Power and Purpose:  * YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FredrickBush-o1d [https://www.youtube.com/@FredrickBush-o1d]  * Spotify: ⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/5Pzo7xvNckc3Po4YUq8DNI⁠ [https://open.spotify.com/show/5Pzo7xvNckc3Po4YUq8DNI%E2%81%A0]  * Apple: ⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/on-being-black-men-a-blueprint-for-power-and-purpose/id1855911140⁠ [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/on-being-black-men-a-blueprint-for-power-and-purpose/id1855911140%E2%81%A0]  * Follow Eidolon Therapeutic Counseling, LLC on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/eidolon-therapeutic-counseling-llc [https://www.linkedin.com/company/eidolon-therapeutic-counseling-llc]  * Follow the podcast on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61578821217606 [https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61578821217606]  * Follow Fredrick on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fbushobbm [https://www.instagram.com/fbushobbm] Connect and learn more from your host, Fredrick Bush, LCSW:  * Connect with Fredrick on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/fredrick-bush-lcsw-2b664122 [https://www.linkedin.com/in/fredrick-bush-lcsw-2b664122]  * Visit Eidolon Therapeutic Counseling, LLC’s website: https://www.eidolon.help [https://www.eidolon.help] Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not therapy or clinical treatment and does not create a therapist-client relationship. If you are in need of mental health support, please consult a licensed professional. The views expressed by guests are their own and may not reflect those of Fredrick Bush or OBBM. Participation in any discussion now does not replace professional, medical, or psychological advice. Listener discretion is advised for emotionally sensitive topics.

Turning Setbacks into Strength with Coach Kelvin Gary

On Being Black Men: A Blueprint For Power and Purpose with Fredrick Bush, Episode 3 In this episode of “On Being Black Men,” Fredrick Bush speaks with Coach Kelvin Gary, owner and head coach of Body Space Fitness (BSF). Tune in to the episode to hear about: * The pivotal moment that led Fredrick to seek out a personal trainer during his prostate cancer journey * How Kelvin Gary’s background in engineering influenced his approach to personal training and wellness * The mindset shift that helped Kelvin transition from corporate America to building his own fitness business * How Fredrick and Kelvin address the challenges and taboos surrounding mental health in the Black community * Practical advice Kelvin offers for setting and sustaining realistic health goals in the new year? Learn more about Kelvin Gary: * Visit Body Space Fitness’ website: https://www.bodyspacefitness.com [https://www.bodyspacefitness.com] * Connect with Kelvin on LinkedIn: http://Www.linkedin.com/kelvingary [http://Www.linkedin.com/kelvingary] * Follow Kelvin on X: https://x.com/kelvingary [https://x.com/kelvingary] *********************************** About the On Being Black Men: A Blueprint For Power and Purpose: On Being Black Men: A Blueprint for Power and Purpose is a space where silence breaks, truth rises, and healing begins. Each episode offers honest, culturally rooted conversations about what it means to navigate the world as a Black man — while carrying history, surviving systems, and reclaiming peace. We explore mental health not as a problem to fix, but as a blueprint to build upon: a guide toward clarity, resilience, emotional literacy, and deeper connection. This podcast brings together voices from the community — professionals, fathers, sons, mothers, thinkers, artists, and everyday people — unpacking real-life issues like generational trauma, masculinity, love, fatherhood, rage, and recovery. Part reflection, and call to action, we’re rewriting the script and redefining strength on our own terms. Whether you're on the edge of burnout, in the middle of a breakthrough, or just beginning the work, you're not alone. This is for us. This is about us. This is On Being Black Men. Watch or listen to more episodes of On Being Black Men: A Blueprint For Power and Purpose: * YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FredrickBush-o1d [https://www.youtube.com/@FredrickBush-o1d] * Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/on-being-black-men-a-blueprint-for-power-and-purpose/id1855911140 [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/on-being-black-men-a-blueprint-for-power-and-purpose/id1855911140] * Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5Pzo7xvNckc3Po4YUq8DNI [https://open.spotify.com/show/5Pzo7xvNckc3Po4YUq8DNI] * Follow Eidolon Therapeutic Counseling, LLC on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/eidolon-therapeutic-counseling-llc [https://www.linkedin.com/company/eidolon-therapeutic-counseling-llc] * Follow the podcast on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61578821217606 [https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61578821217606] * Follow Fredrick on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fbushobbm [https://www.instagram.com/fbushobbm] Connect and learn more from your host, Fredrick Bush, LCSW: * Connect with Fredrick on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/fredrick-bush-lcsw-2b664122 [https://www.linkedin.com/in/fredrick-bush-lcsw-2b664122] * Visit Eidolon Therapeutic Counseling, LLC’s website: https://www.eidolon.help [https://www.eidolon.help] Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not therapy or clinical treatment and does not create a therapist-client relationship. If you are in need of mental health support, please consult a licensed professional. The views expressed by guests are their own and may not reflect those of Fredrick Bush or OBBM. Participation in any discussion now does not replace professional, medical, or psychological advice. Listener discretion is advised for emotionally sensitive topics.

Black Men’s Relationships, Emotional Challenges & Therapy with Dr. Robin C. Wiley

On Being Black Men: A Blueprint For Power and Purpose with Fredrick Bush, Episode 2 In this episode of “On Being Black Men,” Fredrick Bush speaks with Dr. Robin Wiley, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 25 years of experience serving individuals and families. As the founder of Infinity Empowerment Services, LLC, Dr. Wiley is dedicated to improving her clients’ life management, personal growth, and emotional well-being. She is also a world traveler, workshop leader, consultant, and host of the weekly podcast “Let’s Talk with Dr. Robin.” Tune in to the episode to hear about: * The hidden challenges Black men face when it comes to expressing emotions and seeking support * How early childhood messages about masculinity shape relationships and vulnerability in adulthood * Ways societal expectations impact the mental health and well-being of Black men * Why heartbreak and emotional pain affect Black men differently, and what the long-term consequences are * Practical steps Black men, and those who care about them, can take to foster healing, connection, and thriving Learn more about Dr. Robin Wiley: * Visit Infinity Empowerment Services’ website: http://drrobinwiley.com [http://drrobinwiley.com] * Subscribe to Dr. Wiley’s YouTube channel: http://Youtube.com/@drrobinwiley [http://Youtube.com/@drrobinwiley] * Follow Dr. Wiley on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/letstalkwithdrrobin [https://www.instagram.com/letstalkwithdrrobin] * Check out Dr. Wiley’s podcast, “Let’s Talk with Dr. Robin” on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/lets-talk-with-dr-robin/id1507585477 [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/lets-talk-with-dr-robin/id1507585477] *********************************** About the On Being Black Men: A Blueprint For Power and Purpose: On Being Black Men: A Blueprint for Power and Purpose is a space where silence breaks, truth rises, and healing begins. Each episode offers honest, culturally rooted conversations about what it means to navigate the world as a Black man — while carrying history, surviving systems, and reclaiming peace. We explore mental health not as a problem to fix, but as a blueprint to build upon: a guide toward clarity, resilience, emotional literacy, and deeper connection. This podcast brings together voices from the community — professionals, fathers, sons, mothers, thinkers, artists, and everyday people — unpacking real-life issues like generational trauma, masculinity, love, fatherhood, rage, and recovery. Part reflection, and call to action, we’re rewriting the script and redefining strength on our own terms. Whether you're on the edge of burnout, in the middle of a breakthrough, or just beginning the work, you're not alone. This is for us. This is about us. This is On Being Black Men. Watch or listen to more episodes of On Being Black Men: A Blueprint For Power and Purpose: * YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FredrickBush-o1d [https://www.youtube.com/@FredrickBush-o1d] * Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5Pzo7xvNckc3Po4YUq8DNI [https://open.spotify.com/show/5Pzo7xvNckc3Po4YUq8DNI] * Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/on-being-black-men-a-blueprint-for-power-and-purpose/id1855911140 [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/on-being-black-men-a-blueprint-for-power-and-purpose/id1855911140] * Follow Eidolon Therapeutic Counseling, LLC on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/eidolon-therapeutic-counseling-llc [https://www.linkedin.com/company/eidolon-therapeutic-counseling-llc] * Follow the podcast on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61578821217606 [https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61578821217606] * Follow Fredrick on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fbushobbm [https://www.instagram.com/fbushobbm] Connect and learn more from your host, Fredrick Bush, LCSW: * Connect with Fredrick on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/fredrick-bush-lcsw-2b664122 [https://www.linkedin.com/in/fredrick-bush-lcsw-2b664122] * Visit Eidolon Therapeutic Counseling, LLC’s website: https://www.eidolon.help [https://www.eidolon.help] Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not therapy or clinical treatment and does not create a therapist-client relationship. If you are in need of mental health support, please consult a licensed professional. The views expressed by guests are their own and may not reflect those of Fredrick Bush or OBBM. Participation in any discussion now does not replace professional, medical, or psychological advice. Listener discretion is advised for emotionally sensitive topics.

Empowering Conversations for Change—Introducing On Being Black Men with Fredrick Bush & Dr. Kwame Scruggs

On Being Black Men: A Blueprint For Power and Purpose with Fredrick Bush, Episode 1Welcome to “On Being Black Men: A Blueprint For Power and Purpose.” This podcast aims to create a space for truth, healing, and forward motion for Black men through honest conversations on manhood, mental health, relationships, and legacy. In this inaugural episode of “On Being Black Men,” your host, licensed clinical social worker Fredrick Bush speaks with Dr. Kwame Scruggs, founder and executive director of Alchemy, Inc. Alchemy is a non-profit organization whose mission is to cultivate urban adolescents to develop a sense of personal purpose in life, while utilizing strategies to successfully thrive as members of a family, school, community and world-at-large. Tune in to the episode to hear about:  * An introduction to "On Being Black Men: A Blueprint for Power and Purpose," a sanctuary for black men and those who support them, offering real conversations on identity, mental health, and the shared history and hope of the community  * The complexities of manhood and the importance of redefining power and purpose  * Dr. Scruggs’ transformational journey, from the long pursuit of education to fully diving into his passion for mythology, to his path of mentorship and advocacy through Alchemy  * The use of myth to assist young men in understanding their own lives and journeys  * The importance of community, along with the role isolation plays in the struggle for self-discovery, with an emphasis on the healing power of shared experiences Reminder: If you or someone you love is experiencing emotional distress, help is available. Contact the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline for confidential support, available 24/7. Learn more about Dr. Kwame Scruggs:  * Visit Alchemy’s website: https://www.alchemyinc.net [https://www.alchemyinc.net]  * Visit Dr. Scruggs’ website: https://www.kwamescruggs.com [https://www.kwamescruggs.com]  * Connect with Dr. Scruggs on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kwame-scruggs-90b74a30 [https://www.linkedin.com/in/kwame-scruggs-90b74a30] *********************************** Watch or listen to more episodes of On Being Black Men: A Blueprint For Power and Purpose:  * YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FredrickBush-o1d [https://www.youtube.com/@FredrickBush-o1d]  * Stay tuned for links to podcast platforms  * Follow Eidolon Therapeutic Counseling, LLC on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/eidolon-therapeutic-counseling-llc [https://www.linkedin.com/company/eidolon-therapeutic-counseling-llc]  * Follow the podcast on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61578821217606 [https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61578821217606]  * Follow Fredrick on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fbushobbm [https://www.instagram.com/fbushobbm] Connect and learn more from your host, Fredrick Bush, LCSW:  * Connect with Fredrick on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/fredrick-bush-lcsw-2b664122 [https://www.linkedin.com/in/fredrick-bush-lcsw-2b664122]  * Visit Eidolon Therapeutic Counseling, LLC’s website: https://www.eidolon.help [https://www.eidolon.help] Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not therapy or clinical treatment and does not create a therapist-client relationship. If you are in need of mental health support, please consult a licensed professional. The views expressed by guests are their own and may not reflect those of Fredrick Bush or OBBM. Participation in any discussion now does not replace professional, medical, or psychological advice. Listener discretion is advised for emotionally sensitive topics.