What Black Boys Need

As we bring back What Black Boys Need for season 2, we have a conversation with long time friend, brother, and mentor Trip on his view of love, power, and wisdom.

What Black Boys Need closes Season 1 discussing the importance of Rites of Passage in our young black boys. Rites of Passage is a tradition in many cultures, and host Johnnie D. Moultrie brings us the facts on why it's importance to surround our young kings with a village that will bring him through the ropes, process, and journey of the Rites of Passage to young adulthood and manhood.

Mental health is such a trending topic in the black community and something that needs to be talked about more. Host Johnnie D. Moultrie talks the tough conversations of seeking resolutions and signs of mental health challenges in our young black kings.

On this episode of What black Boys Need, we talk about the importance of PROTECTION and how we can learn to protect our black kings.

Johnnie D. Moultrie dives into the vital role of honesty in shaping the lives of young black boys. He emphasizes the significance of family dinners as safe spaces for open dialogue. Dishonesty, he argues, can cause lasting damage and erode trust. By fostering self-honesty among caregivers, he advocates breaking the cycle of generational dishonesty. Plus, he reminds listeners to make every interaction meaningful and to confront uncomfortable truths for the sake of children's growth.

Discover the significance of love in nurturing young Black boys, emphasizing its role as a foundational life skill. Hear heartwarming stories about the impact of hugs and emotional expression on self-worth. Delve into how love can counteract biases and reshape life paths amidst systemic challenges. Explore practical steps to break cycles of generational pain through intentional love and mental health awareness. Each segment highlights the importance of connection, respect, and affirming identities.