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Black Men Unlearning

Black Men Unlearning

Black Men Unlearning

Kyle Brooks and Edwin Lee invite you on a journey to unlearn the ideologies, thought patterns and habits that get in the way of peace, freedom and joy! Follow the podcast on IG (@BlackMenUnlearning) and contact the hosts at [email protected].
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Goodpods has curated a list of the 10 best Black Men Unlearning episodes, ranked by the number of listens and likes each episode have garnered from our listeners. If you are listening to Black Men Unlearning for the first time, there's no better place to start than with one of these standout episodes. If you are a fan of the show, vote for your favorite Black Men Unlearning episode by adding your comments to the episode page.

Black Men Unlearning - Relationships Part 3 -- Sacrifice
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12/02/21 • 62 min

Kyle and Edwin share their reflections about the pitfalls of approaching relationships sacrificially and consider the value of "selfull-ness" in establishing healthy relationships.

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Black Men Unlearning - On Grief and Living

On Grief and Living

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07/15/21 • 63 min

Kyle and Edwin discuss their recent experiences with loss and the effect of processing grief on their lives. The discussion includes reflections of what they've learned from dealing with death and how they hope to live in light of these broader perspectives.

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Black Men Unlearning - Love & Money

Love & Money

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07/27/23 • 72 min

On this episode of BMU, the guys discuss the curious connections between romantic relationships and capitalism. Acknowledging that they are no one's relationship experts, they discuss the ways we've woven capitalism into our dating choices and wonder if swiping left and right, dating for marriage, and prioritizing entertainment in relationships are best practices for getting what we say we want. Then, our co-hosts make a special announcement.

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Black Men Unlearning - You ain't from Russia...

You ain't from Russia...

Black Men Unlearning

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05/26/22 • 49 min

The guys are back and wondering why we spend so much of our lives being in a rush. The episode includes discussion about the where we learn to be in a hurry, the capitalism of it all and what we stand to lose by rushing through our lives.

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Black Men Unlearning - Relationships Part 4 -- Intimacy
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12/09/21 • 58 min

Kyle and Edwin discuss intimacy in relationships including how we navigate boundaries and walls, the beliefs and emotions that challenge our ability to let people get close to us, and what it means to allow ourselves to be vulnerable.

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Black Men Unlearning - All About Love Pt. 1

All About Love Pt. 1

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07/05/24 • 75 min

On this episode of BMU, the guys launch the inaugural BMUS Summer Book Club with their discussion of the introduction through chapter 5 of bell hooks' All About Love: New Visions.

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Black Men Unlearning - Hard Conversations

Hard Conversations

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03/02/23 • 68 min

On this episode of BMU, the guys explore the challenges of having hard conversations. They unpack their early experience discussing difficult topics with family and the ways people pleasing can tempt us to embrace false peace and put off healthy conflict. Michael B. Jordan headlines our "Really, Bruh?" segment.

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Black Men Unlearning - Self-Love

Self-Love

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01/12/23 • 62 min

In this episode, the guys discuss self-love. Their conversation touches on what self-love looks like in practice and how we can plug into good sources rather than always pouring out. They also answer the popular question of whether we have to learn to love ourselves before we can love others or be loved by others.

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Black Men Unlearning - Baldwin and Black Rage

Baldwin and Black Rage

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03/21/24 • 70 min

On this episode of BMU, the guys discuss Black rage in the context of James Baldwin’s famous quote, “to be a Negro in this country and to be relatively conscious is to be in a state of rage almost all of the time...” Their discussion probes the value of rage, our desire to dispel rage without offering it legitimacy, and what it means to accept that folks have a right to be angry. They explore the distance between American culture’s response to Black and white rage, the need for joy amidst the rage, and share their favorite Baldwin quotes. The show takes a hilarious turn with the surprise return of “Really, Bruh?”

“Billy Porter on race, recognition, and the Middle East” (The Guardian)

“The Negro in American Culture” Radio Interview (1961)

Black Rage by William H. Grier and Price M. Cobbs

Edwin references the killing of Rayshard Brooks by Atlanta Police (Wikipedia)

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Black Men Unlearning - Dragging Billionaires and Ime Udoka
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10/06/22 • 66 min

It's a "Really. bruh?" takeover! Kyle and Edwin extend the segment into an entire episode, taking Kanye (Comrade West) to task, contending with the announcement of the Super Bowl Halftime show and the billionaire status of Rihanna and Jay-Z, taking LeBron to task for his support of Tory Lanez, and discussing Ime Udoka's foolishness.

The show references Bassey Ikpi's "I'm Telling the Truth But I'm Lying," a memoir in which she explores her experiences with bipolar II and anxiety.

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FAQ

How many episodes does Black Men Unlearning have?

Black Men Unlearning currently has 62 episodes available.

What topics does Black Men Unlearning cover?

The podcast is about Podcasts and Society & Culture.

What is the most popular episode on Black Men Unlearning?

The episode title 'Hard Conversations' is the most popular.

What is the average episode length on Black Men Unlearning?

The average episode length on Black Men Unlearning is 66 minutes.

How often are episodes of Black Men Unlearning released?

Episodes of Black Men Unlearning are typically released every 14 days.

When was the first episode of Black Men Unlearning?

The first episode of Black Men Unlearning was released on Apr 29, 2021.

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