Mental Speak
Health & Wellness Podcasts
Podcast for the weekly live Internet radio show Mental Speak. I am a social worker, DJ, stand-up comedian, Navy veteran, and administrator with the media platform, Urban Intellectuals. I coined the term “Cultural Therapist”, with a mission to help us explore the human experience to make change, using music and comedy to aid the journey. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mental-speak-show/support
Location:
United States
Genres:
Health & Wellness Podcasts
Description:
Podcast for the weekly live Internet radio show Mental Speak. I am a social worker, DJ, stand-up comedian, Navy veteran, and administrator with the media platform, Urban Intellectuals. I coined the term “Cultural Therapist”, with a mission to help us explore the human experience to make change, using music and comedy to aid the journey. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mental-speak-show/support
Twitter:
@mentalspeakshow
Language:
English
Contact:
817-381-0598
Email:
lt@mentalspeakradio.com
Episodes
Cinco De Mayo with Veteran Radio DJ Sammi G and Howard Scott of War and Lowrider Band
5/15/2021
We sat in with the Mama Shark, founder and owner of Fishbowl Radio Network Sammi G, and the genius Howard Scott on this holiday, discussing the origins of Cinco De Mayo, Afro-Latino Unity and the WAR contribution through music! Plus we kick off Mental Health Awareness Month! Tell an amiga to tell an amigo!
Listen LIVE every Wednesday at www.fbrn.us or get interactive with us on Facebook Live @mentalspeakradio.
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Duration:00:38:15
Covid-19 Clinic for Balancing Our Minds
2/22/2021
These knowledgeable clinical therapists joined us with insight and practical tips to help us navigate and cope through the pandemic. Many people are struggling since we entered this unprecedented era, dealing with the coronavirus.
Overthinking, fear of the unknown, isolation, helplessness are feelings and behaviors many are struggling with. We did our part today, in leaving words of support and encouragement to take care of ourselves and each other during this time. Humans are resilient,...
Duration:00:54:00
Examining the Science of Covid-19 with Dr. Betsy Cairo
2/5/2021
The Science. Live from Studio A at 5 PM Central with our esteemed former guest Dr. Betsy Cairo.
Enlightening and exciting conversation with this lady. She helped us understand nuanced information about the virus, related research, and most importantly distribution and implications of the Covid vaccine.
We don't deal in conspiracy theory on Mental Speak, but rather in factual data gathered through anecdotal and sponsored research. We encourage humans to trust their innate judgment through...
Duration:01:34:42
Making Sense of the Coronavirus Pandemic
1/17/2021
We had just returned to the studio after the national and state lockdown mandates for the Covid-19 coronavirus pandemic of 2020. It was time to begin making sense of what we were experiencing. This episode takes us back to the early months of the confusion and fear.
David Pierce of Pugilism and Politics joined me as we discussed the political landscape, medical and science aspects of coronoavirus, and shared what we understand the pandemic to mean on an individual and global level, based on...
Duration:01:42:47
The Producers of Defending Black Wall Street
6/25/2020
We were joined by film producer/developer Judith James, photographer/visual artist Adger Cowans, and writer/lecturer Fred Williams to discuss this timely film. You will be inspired and glean insight for action from what became a counsel with elders. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mental-speak-show/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mental-speak-show/support
Duration:00:56:16
Music Pioneer Bowlegged Lou of Full Force
5/2/2020
For our first installment of the Music Speak broadcast, we were obliged to have a member of the illustrious R&B/hip hop singing bands, “Bowlegged Lou“ George, of Full Force.
Lou is one of the six-member group, including his two brothers, Paul Anthony & B-Fine, along with cousins Baby Gerry, Curt-T-T & J-R Shy Shy.
During promotion, many people were surprised to learn how wide their music production career has spanned, across genres and decades. In my observation, if Teddy Riley is the...
Duration:00:57:10
A Conversation with The Mighty Sir Mix-A-Lot
8/2/2019
Anthony Ray, also known as Sir Mix-A-Lot gave posses everywhere a tune to cruise down Broadway in your town; and unbeknownst to many, he gave women of color an anthem of Self-Love that has stood the test of time. He was gracious enough to grant us an interview before joining MC Hammer, Kid-N-Play, and a host of other Old School artists on stage at Hammer's House Party at the Toyota Music Pavilion in Irving that evening. It's these classic jams that make us reminisce to a more fun era, of...
Duration:01:06:13
Comedy Roundtable with My Favorite DFW Comedians
7/1/2019
Some comedians just have the "it" factor, and you know their future will be bright. Micah Brown, Kirstie Hayden, and Furman Lee are three such comedians in my opinion, and I wanted to share them with you. We talk about the comedy grind, and social topics. And as always, music to soothe the soul.
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Duration:01:54:04
Comedy Roundtable with Joe Fox and Marvin Michaels
7/1/2019
When these two seasoned, veteran comedians get together on the show, it's always a Jim Dandy good time. Actor/comedian Joe Fox (Laugh Tracks, TruTV, Comic View), and comedian Marvin Michaels (Dallas Morning News, Comic View, NBC Universal) joined me for a hilarious and insightful discussion on the comedy world, and social topics. Saving the world, one joke at a time, oh and music to soothe the soul.
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Duration:01:57:00
New Rules for Engaging Women at Work with Te-Erika Patterson
6/3/2019
What to do, what to do in the era of ‘#metoo’? More insight and help to sort it out on the way with author of “The New Rules For Engaging Women at Work”- Author and Digital Entrepreneur Te-Erika Patterson. She gave us a light-hearted and insightful perspective of what a female-led society could look like. If you listen with an open mind, you'll walk away with more understanding for men and women, and consider the possibility of harmony between the sexes. Headlines with Urban Intellectuals,...
Duration:01:47:47
Grammy-Nominated DJ/Producer Steve 'Silk' Hurley
6/3/2019
DJ, pioneering house-music producer, songwriter, and four time Grammy Award-nominee. Two times as Remixer of the Year, Non-Classical, respectively twice for Best Remixed Recording, Non-Classical. Mission: spread the music that heals. He took us on a time-traveling journey through his career in the manipulation of sound. You will enjoy his enthusiasm and passion for music. Be sure to tune in Live on FBRN.US on the Red Stream. Fridays at 5pm Central. Facebook and YouTube Live @mentalspeakradio...
Duration:01:47:02
Singing Legend Stacy Lattisaw-Jackson
6/3/2019
A most beautiful soul, inside and out, Stacy Lattisaw-Jackson shared her journey from child-star with a hit career, that included opening for The Jacksons, to the woman she is today, a minister focused on women’s empowerment and sharing the gospel. She shared her battle with depression and self-identity, and her triumphant journey to a fulfilled life of growth and change after celebrity. Tell a friend to tell a friend to tune in Fridays, 5 pm Central FBRN.US on the Red Stream.
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Duration:01:52:36
Founding Member of the Band War and The Lowrider Band Howard E. Scott
6/3/2019
Fellow Red Bowl show host, founding member of War, lead vocalist and guitarist of The Low Rider Band, and producer of renowned hits including “Low Rider,” “Why Can’t We Be Friends,” and “Cisco Kid,” joined me live in the studio. We discussed his illustrious career, and heard the backstory of the songs we all know and love.
Tune in to FBRN.US on the Red Stream at 5 pm Central. #OldSchoolMusic forever on the Mental Speak show.
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Duration:01:00:48
A Conversation with Comedian, Actor, Writer, Producer Brandon T. Jackson
6/3/2019
Brandon T. Jackson is proof of the growing consciousness among the masses. This talented and insightful Brotha blessed us with knowledge and laughter here in Dallas-Ft. Worth.
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Duration:01:50:38
Raising Generation Z with Lisa Sugarman
2/28/2019
Guidance on raising iGen, aka Post-Millennials, aka Generation Zers.
This episode we spoke with mother, syndicated columnist, speaker, and moderator LISA SUGARMAN. She is also author of the humor column “LIFE: It Is What It Is”, and the book “Untying Parent Anxiety (Ages 5-8)” , and “How To Raise Perfectly Imperfect Kids...”
Lisa and I shared a comfortable mom-to-mom chat about the challenges of raising the current generation of children. Fear is the primary emotion of the era, propelled...
Duration:01:52:12
Exploring Narcissism with Dr. Sam Vaknin
1/13/2019
He unequivocally asserts that humans have become increasingly narcissistic, relative to technology and the determination of social engineers. Dr. Sam Vaknin, writer and pioneering world renown expert on the topic of narcissism, gives us insight to the progression of narcissism in the collective society; and warns us of its pitfalls if we do not change course.
However, as is the mission of the show, he leaves us with information on his revolutionary, promising research and treatment of...
Duration:01:54:56
Comedy Icon and Legend Marsha Warfield
12/31/2018
Comedian and actress Marsha Warfield was gracious to join us on the show to share her varied knowledge and wisdom of the social reality.
She shared just a fraction of her life experience, journeying from her hometown of Southside Chicago to pursue an entertainment career in Los Angeles. As a member of the comedy cohort that included Richard Pryor, John Witherspoon, Paul Mooney, and Robin Williams to name a few, she is considered a comedy pioneer for the current comedy industry.
I urge you...
Duration:01:56:13
Author Sophia Stewart with Urban Intellectuals
12/25/2018
Author of "The Third Eye" and "Matrix 4 The Evolution: Cracking the Genetic Code," Sophia Stewart shared her story with us. She presented me with much literature to research prior to the broadcast, including court documents, and I have to say it is very compelling information that supports her claim of copyright infringement from the "Matrix" and "Terminator" franchises.
Beyond the legal saga, Ms. Stewart is a very knowledgeable and interesting woman to interview. I hope to have her back in...
Duration:01:56:43
Advocacy for Cyntoia Brown with Comedy Legend Hope Flood
12/21/2018
Actress, executive, entrepreneur, and Def Comedy Jam alum Hope Flood reached out to me concerning the case of Cyntoia Brown. The now 29 year-old woman incarcerated for a life sentence in Tennessee, for killing a man who had solicited her services as a sex-trafficking victim at the age of 16.
DFW comedian and activist Sandra Balan sat in the studio to provide us with her insight and tireless energy to give voice to the voiceless.
Join me in studio with topics covering public and private...
Duration:01:56:08
The Best of Mental Speak 2018 Season 1
12/9/2018
In this episode I recap the first year of the Mental Speak show. I play some of the most popular episodes including the interviews of local Dallas-Ft. Worth comedians, Mike Veny, Hope Flood, Professor Griff of Public Enemy, and the public relations team for Bill Cosby. I look forward to the second year, where I plan to bring more topics, more great guests, all in pursuit of a more balanced us. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mental-speak-show/message...
Duration:01:55:36