"Hip Hop Lead Me Here" From Hedonis Da Amazon to Janella Dobbs, LPC

"Hip Hop Lead Me Here" From Hedonis Da Amazon to Janella Dobbs, LPC

In this conversation, Angie and Janella Dobbs discuss Janella's journey from being a hip-hop artist to becoming a therapist. They talk about the importance of sharing personal stories and experiences to inspire and heal others. They also touch on the challenges of building and maintaining relationships, especially for black women. Janella emphasizes the need for understanding and addressing childhood trauma and its impact on adult behaviors. She highlights the role of music, particularly hip-hop, in expressing and addressing these traumas. Janella also discusses the need for more mental health resources and support within the hip-hop community. In this conversation, Janella Dobbs discusses her personal experiences with shame, trauma, and isolation, and how therapy helped her overcome these challenges. She emphasizes the importance of vulnerability and authenticity in therapy and highlights the need for more accessible mental health services in underserved communities. Janella also shares her goals of reaching more people through her private practice and promoting mental health awareness.

"Black Men Heal" Q&A With Tasnim Sulaiman, LPC

In this conversation, Angie and Tasnim Sulaiman, LPC discuss various topics related to healing, therapy, and personal growth. They touch on the importance of self-awareness, the impact of childhood experiences on adulthood, the concept of triggers, and the process of healing and therapy. They also explore the challenges men face in seeking therapy and the need for men to confront their egos. Additionally, they discuss the role of women in emotional labor and the importance of setting boundaries. The conversation emphasizes the importance of self-care, self-love, and finding one's own peace. Black Men Heal aims to provide mental health support and healing for Black men who have experienced trauma and adversity. The organization recognizes the importance of therapy and creating a safe space for individuals to focus on their own well-being. Therapy allows individuals to prioritize themselves and their needs, which is often difficult in other areas of life. The process of healing and transformation is not linear and can happen in unexpected ways. It is important for individuals to find happiness within themselves and make choices that align with their values. Black men need to feel safe emotionally and physically, valued, and loved. Unhealed Black men can have a negative impact on the family unit, and it is crucial for individuals to acknowledge and address their past traumas. The relationship between Black men and their mothers can significantly influence their understanding of male and female energy. Growing up in the city and being exposed to tragedy and despair can lead to PTSD in Black men. Black Men Heal is focused on expanding its reach and forming partnerships to provide mental health support to more individuals.

Bad Girl Thing- Mugs Unfiltered

In this conversation, Angie Byrd and her friend Mugs International discuss Mugs' journey as a recording artist and record label owner. They talk about how Mugs got started in the music industry, her move to Philadelphia, and the challenges she faced along the way. They also discuss the importance of passion, dedication, and love in pursuing one's dreams. Mugs shares her favorite hip-hop artists and emphasizes the need for positivity and self-discovery. Overall, the conversation highlights the power of friendship and the importance of staying true to oneself.

"One Love" The "Evie Pukupoo" Story! Part 2

In this conversation, Evie Pukupoo shares his experiences in the film industry. Evie reflects on the role of acting in his life and how it has helped him find peace within himself. Evie then discusses his involvement in the film industry, including his role in the movie Yardi directed by #goldenglobes [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/goldenglobes] actor Idris Elba. Angie shares with Evie the impact of the Philadelphia Sound and how the music was inspired while Leon Huff and Kenny Gamble visited Jamaica. Evie also talks about his role in the movie "One Love" The #bobmarley [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/bobmarley] Story and the opportunity to work with Ziggy Marley. He emphasizes the importance of teamwork in filmmaking and the power of legacy. Evie shares his plans for future music releases and theater projects. Connect with me: Instagram: @angieandfriendspodcast YouTube: Angie&Friends

One Love" The "Evie Pukupoo" Story! Part 1

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