The Good Guy Guide

SEASON 1 RECAP

By taking an honest and critical look at male culture in our society, particularly as it relates to domestic violence, this initiative is designed to shift paradigms and invite men to be part of the solution in ending domestic violence. It is part of the ”It’s Time” initiative of Lexington, Kentucky. Hosted by Devine Carama and Sam Stockley, this RECAP takes a look back at all 9 episodes of season 1 of the Good Guy Guide. Music provided by: Lincoln Jesser Objectives: - To create a safe and open space for men to discuss and reflect on their roles and behaviors in today’s society. - To challenge and dismantle the cultural norms that contribute to domestic violence. - To inspire men to stomp through societal ”glass ceilings” from above and redefine masculinity in a positive and healthy way. - To provide education and resources that empower men to become active participants in the fight against domestic violence.

NEXT STEPS

So what's next? How do men begin to shirt perspectives in their homes, their workplaces and beyond? This episode explores it all. Hosted by: Devine Carama and Sam Stockley  Music Provided by: Lincoln Jesser Visit It's Time Lexington [https://itstimelexington.org/] to learn how you can be a part of the solution    On this episode, Devine and Sam talk with David Cozart and Chris Begley about next steps and what men can do to live more authentically and dismantle barriers to equality that have impacted women in our communities.

GETTING BETTER

What are some tangible ways men can improve daily to make this world a safer, more supportive place? What is lying beneath the anger? This episode explores it all. Hosted by: Devine Carama and Sam Stockley  Music Provided by: Lincoln Jesser Visit It's Time Lexington [https://itstimelexington.org/] to learn how you can be a part of the solution    On this episode, Devine and Sam talk with Carlos Aquilar about how masculinity can get in the way of our humanity.

LEADERSHIP

What does it mean to be a leader in today's world?   Hosted by: Devine Carama Music Provided by: Lincoln Jesser Visit It's Time Lexington [https://itstimelexington.org/] to learn how you can be a part of the solution    On this episode, Devine talks with Zach Dembo and Alex Elswick about how leadership is more of a mindset than a title and how often get this wrong in our culture.

RACISM

How does race impact violence? What are some of the ways your cultural background normalizes violence and what can we learn from each other?    Hosted by: Devine Carama Guests:Jason Otis and Aldo Gomez  Music Provided by: Lincoln Jesser Visit It's Time Lexington [https://itstimelexington.org/] to learn how you can be a part of the solution