Men Speaking Out

Episode 92 - Discover what business builders see that founders often miss in this episode, "Blind Spots In Business." Attorney and entrepreneur Matt Hines joins us to explore the hidden challenges across different business models and shares practical ways to broaden your perspective for greater personal and professional success. Tune in for actionable insights and engaging conversation tailored for entrepreneurs and business leaders. Some of Matt Hines' links: Websitehttps://hineslaw.orgSend us Fan Mail Men Speaking Out...Talking to reveal, not conceal! menspeakingout.com

Episode 91 Experiencing the loss of a loved one can be overwhelming. Whether it is a friend or a family member, their absence deeply affects us, especially when they have played a significant role in our lives. How do we adapt? How can we continue to handle the difficulties brought by their absence? MSO invites you to listen in on a conversation with Dr. Thomas Attig, author of “Wisdom in Death’s Shadows: Collected Writings on How We Grieve.” Perhaps this podcast will offer guidance to help us all navigate through grief and find a way forward. Please visit Dr. Thomas Attig's Website for more information: https://griefsheart.com/ Send a text Men Speaking Out...Talking to reveal, not conceal! menspeakingout.com

Episode 90 - Male enhancement procedures can lead to complications if patients lack proper care, including physical and emotional issues and the need for corrective surgeries. Poor pre- or post-operative care raises the risk of infection, scarring, and ongoing health problems. MSO speaks with Dr. Joel Pash, co-founder and medical director of Upsize clinic in San Francisco, about these challenges that give men a “hard time”. You can learn more about Dr. Joel Pash and the Upsize clinic at: https://www.upsizematters.com. Also, on his social media at: Instagram, TikTok, Twitter and YouTube. Another great show! Send a text Men Speaking Out...Talking to reveal, not conceal! menspeakingout.com

Episode 89 Preventing human trafficking involves raising awareness, strengthening laws, and supporting vulnerable communities to stop exploitation before it starts. At the same time, addressing porn addiction requires education, access to support resources, and fostering healthy relationships. Together, these efforts empower individuals and communities to protect themselves and others from harm. Join me as MSO interview's Joe Madison, Executive Director of Demand Disruption (https://demanddisruption.org/) to discuss these society challenges that impact us all! More of Demand Disruption can be followed at: Podcast, Instagram, YouTube, and FaceBook. Lastly Congratulations to Deman Disruption celebrating their 10th year in fighting human trafficking. Much love from MSO! Send us a text Men Speaking Out...Talking to reveal, not conceal! menspeakingout.com

How do we identify the individuals in our lives who leave us feeling drained, diminished, or overwhelmed. Whether it's friends, co-workers, or even family members, they are ALL quite capable of doing so. So how do we handle it? Join MSO as we speak with Coach/Author Daniel Ratner as we discuss his new book " Emotional Vampires: How to Protect Your Happiness From People Who Suck Yours Dry". I found it to be filled with a ton of valuable information. It was an awesome show you want to tune in. Daniel Ratner's Social Media Links Below: Website, Instagram, Twitter, YouTube, TikTok and LinkedIn. Send us a text Men Speaking Out...Talking to reveal, not conceal! menspeakingout.com

In 2025, several significant personal events shaped the course of our lives, it can be from embarking on a new career path to moving to a different city and forging meaningful relationships. These experiences not only fostered personal growth and resilience but also set the stage for new opportunities and challenges in 2026. As the new year unfolds, the lessons and connections made in 2025 continue to influence my decisions, ambitions, and overall outlook on life. Join me and my guests (Woud, Tez, Sean, Danny, Ricardi, and Mr. Smith) as we talk about some of the impactful events of our 2025 and how these events are shaping us to move a bit differently in 2026. Send us a text Men Speaking Out...Talking to reveal, not conceal! menspeakingout.com

Hey MSO Fans...this podcast is a hot one! Its all about Background Checks... Before you date someone, doing a background check can provide peace of mind and help ensure your safety. It can reveal potential risks such as criminal records or history of deception, protect against romance scams, and verify important details about your potential partner’s past. While it may seem intrusive, confirming someone’s background encourages transparency, builds trust, and helps you make informed decisions in today’s complex dating world—all while respecting privacy and fostering honest communication. All of the above is fine, however should a man background check a woman to see what her history is with dating, body count and other items mentioned on the podcast? Join me (Bazz) Jowi, Danny and Jaylan as we chat on this subject. Send us a text Men Speaking Out...Talking to reveal, not conceal! menspeakingout.com

Have you ever felt as though you were caught in a repetitive cycle with someone, whether in a relationship, friendship, or with a loved one? Determining when to move on can be challenging, and for many, it may take years to realize that engaging with certain individuals was not in their best interest. Often, despite hoping for different outcomes, the situation remains unchanged. In this episode, my guest Shawn and I will discuss the topic of "Closing the Window That Hurts You." Many people have experienced leaving themselves vulnerable to those who ultimately did not contribute positively to their lives. We invite you to join us for another insightful program. Another great show! Send us a text Men Speaking Out...Talking to reveal, not conceal! menspeakingout.com

We would love to hear your feedback on any episode. Episode 84 Men seek peace and desire to be loved, appreciated, and respected. As men, it is important to ensure that our associations contribute positively to our value, happiness, focus, and emotional well-being. Join Bazz, Rekardi and Shawn discuss this sensitive topic and hopefully listeners you'll take note or two (smile). Men Speaking Out...Talking to reveal, not conceal! menspeakingout.com

We would love to hear your feedback on any episode. "Family needs to be at the center of our culture" Quoted by Dr. George C. Fraser Think about that statement for a second? Is family the center of your life. We (black marriages / families) are in a state of crisis. African American relationships have experienced various challenges and triumphs over time, with only one-third of African American couples being married. Why is that? Listen in as my guest (Foxy) and I speak on this subject and maybe you'll get a nugget or two of information. Men Speaking Out...Talking to reveal, not conceal! menspeakingout.com

We would love to hear your feedback on any episode. Communication is huge, we all know that. Or I would think most of us do. Nevertheless, are we effective when we communicate? Especially if we are creating dating profiles online. Are we showing our authentic self? Are we talking "to" or "with" each other? Are we presenting ourselves in true form? Well join me (Bazz) with dating profile expert and author James Newberry of https://datingprofilesecrets.com/ as we tap into the world of virtually communicating with our dating profiles. Men Speaking Out...Talking to reveal, not conceal! menspeakingout.com

In March 2022 at the 94th annual academy awards, Will Smith got upset with Chris Rock by when he (Chris) made a "GI Jane 2" joke about his (Will) wife Jada. Will Smith was laughing at first until he saw the facial expression of his wife who was not pleased with all about the joke. At that time Will went on stage and assaulted/smacked Chris Rock in front of the entire world. Questions to ask are: Well, at least we know one thing that came out of this...Will Smith could not take a joke but Chris Rock could take a punch. Listen in as we (DBazz, JD, Meach, Bazz, and Iman Saahir) speak on this crazy event. You can also see it on youtube - here. Men Speaking Out...Talking to reveal, not conceal! menspeakingout.com

Superbowl 2022 weekend the fellas and I just doing our normal annual Orlando trip as we have done in the past. It's a great opportunity for us to fellowship, hang out, laugh, smoke cigars, drink and little and just practice "Men Self Care". Think about the term "Men Self Care" for a second...as a man are you getting that? WE ALL NEED IT! Life is stressful enough with the day-to-day challenges we face. It's always nice to be able to get away from time to time and reconnect with your dear friends in an environment that is conducive to your mental well-being. Well, I won't spoil the podcast anymore notes here - just listen to Eric, JD, Cory, and myself (Bazz) as we tap into the importance of Men Self Care. Another great podcast! Men Speaking Out...Talking to reveal, not conceal! menspeakingout.com

What is an Audible? An audible is when a change is made from the original plan. In life, we should have the ability to adapt or change a plan on the fly if needed. For you football fans out there – when a QB comes to the line of scrimmage to run a play, he looks at the defensive and may or may not call an audible if he needs to change the play. This gives the QB a chance to be successful and either set his team up for another series of downs or a touchdown. Audibles can be called with family, friends, careers, and even relationships. Nevertheless, we do this all the time with life…but the questions are: When and how often? So listen in with BJ, Big E, John, JD and myself (Bazz) as we talk through some of the audibles we've made in our lifetime and their impacts. Watch it on YouTube here. Men Speaking Out...Talking to reveal, not conceal! menspeakingout.com

In this podcast, I am joined with my dear friend Tanisha Harris as we discuss the subject "Iceberg Success". Well simply put...the “Iceberg Theory of Success” helps us to realize that every famous or extraordinary successful person had to invest a lot of effort and work until this person achieved his/her goals. We only see the top layer or the final result. But it takes much more than just showing up or using your words in order to be successful. In order to be successful, it takes hard work, sacrifice, good habits, failure, persistence, being goal-oriented, focus, and risk. And even if this formula doesn’t pan out as perfectly planned, it is your job to get up and keep trying. The original quote that sums it up by Jeffrey Fry is “Success is like an iceberg. Nobody sees the work that comprises it.” Another great discussion - I even learned a few things. Also, you can watch it on YouTube. Bazz Men Speaking Out...Talking to reveal, not conceal! menspeakingout.com

Let’s Talk about Relationships. This has a significant impact on American culture. Relationships drive a billion-dollar retail industry (holidays, birthdays – and the big one Valentine’s Day). But are relationships a necessity or a Luxury? Well, listen as JD, VirgoBlu, Big E, and myself (Bazz) discuss the differences between each two. We talk about the necessities in a relationship such as: IntimacyRomanceFriendshipMOSTTransparencyBeing Fully PresentWe also discuss luxuries which include: TimeMoneyResourcesRest / Peace of MindLastly, we cover "the fine print" of relationships...something we never look for when we get involved with someone. Check it out! This podcast is also on YouTube. Click here to view! Men Speaking Out...Talking to reveal, not conceal! menspeakingout.com

Listen in as Joe Dilla (JD) and myself (Bazz) - speak on the subject of "Marry Before You Carry" The data doesn't lie... Over the last few decades, marriage has been a declining institution among all Americans and this decline is even more evident in the Black community. In 2019 only 30% of African Americans were married compared to 48% of all Americans. Half or 50% of African Americans have never been married compared to 34% of all Americans. https://blackdemographics.com/households/marriage-in-black-america/ Currently, 74% of black women are having babies out of wedlock. https://singlemotherguide.com/single-mother-statistics/ In 2020, there were about 4.25 million Black families in the United States with a single mother. This is an increase from 1990 levels when there were about 3.4 million Black families with a single mother. https://www.statista.com/statistics/252847/number-of-children-living-with-a-single-mother-or-single-father/ WE REALLY NEED TO FIGURE THIS OUT! Bazz Men Speaking Out...Talking to reveal, not conceal! menspeakingout.com

Shortly after my mom passed on Oct 30, 2019, I lost my dad almost exactly 8 months later on July 29, 2020. He is missed and loved by many! My father was an honorable man of principle and he created a legacy for our family by changing our last name from Wallace to Shabazz. He was a husband, father, brother, son, cousin, uncle, and friend. He also was a minister with the Nation of Islam and a proud army veteran. I invite you to listen in on this podcast as we capture some of the memorable times growing up with him and some of the life lessons we still carry today. Lastly, we recorded this podcast on this birthday (September 23, 2021). He would have been 85 years old at this time. So in closing We love and miss you dad - please listen from heaven as your sons (Dawud, Nasir, and myself) give you honor with this podcast. Al Salamu Alaykum Brother John 59X. Men Speaking Out...Talking to reveal, not conceal! menspeakingout.com

The Real Truth Behind Your SMV (Sexual Market Place Value). When you go to an auto dealer to purchase a car – what are some of the features you look for when researching? Most people look for the Year, make, model, mileage, performance, comfort, features, maintenance frequency, etc. You have the sales price, then you have the bluebook value. Well...we do the same thing when it comes to people. We all have an SMV, but most of us don't understand what that really is. So I employ you to listen in on this podcast with Mika and Bazz and learn something. Maybe your value isn't what you think it is. SMV Questions for the listeners: How do women view attraction to a man? Youth/Status/Resources/Stability How do men view attraction on a woman? Looks/Youth/WombNow that's real! Lastly, we reference an SMV chart on this podcast which is located here. Men Speaking Out...Talking to reveal, not conceal! menspeakingout.com

In this world we live in everyone has a value. Some people place value on their career, items, experiences but not the same value on family. In this podcast, I ask my guests the million-dollar question "Is Your Price Tag Too High?" The responses are very interesting. So listen in as my guests (Eric, Mika, Boz, Kim, and LaTonia) share their views on relationships, a value of a person, and do modern women know how the value of a traditional man? Bazz Men Speaking Out...Talking to reveal, not conceal! menspeakingout.com