

Courtney B. Vance & The Invisible Ache
Dec 18, 2023
Oprah sits down with Courtney B. Vance and Dr. Robin Smith to discuss mental health among Black men. They talk about the book 'The Invisible Ache' and speak with a group of Black men who share their own stories. Topics include father's suicide, code-switching, denial of medication during COVID, terrifying encounter with law enforcement, challenges faced by Black men, and the importance of therapy.
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Introduction
00:00 • 3min
The Impact of a Father's Suicide
03:08 • 7min
Sacrifices, Code-Switching, and Recovering
09:54 • 3min
The Heartbreaking Denial of Medication during the COVID Pandemic
13:10 • 15min
A Terrifying Encounter with Law Enforcement
28:01 • 2min
The Challenges and Experiences of Black Men
30:07 • 12min