The Orphan Spirit, Male Vulnerability & True Brotherhood Feat. Nate Evans Jr.
This week on Mental Man Monday, Izzy Baker is joined by Nate Evans Jr. — speaker, mentor, and resilience coach — for a powerful and transparent conversation about what it truly means for men to lean on one another.Together, they explore how the orphan spirit keeps men isolated, why men often struggle to be vulnerable even with their closest friends, and how faith and therapy can help break those cycles. Nate shares his own journey and his work with “The Refinery,” where he coaches men to process their emotions, overcome rejection, and embrace a new spirit of sonship rooted in acceptance and purpose.From practical steps for becoming more emotionally open to unpacking the damaging myths around male independence, Nate and Izzy challenge every listener to go deeper. They also discuss the spiritual cost of competition, the power of celebrating your brothers’ success, and what it means to truly heal your identity. This episode is for any man who’s tired of pretending he’s fine and is ready to embrace the freedom that comes with real community. Listen. Reflect. Break the cycle.Nate Evan's Social MediaInstagram: @nateevansjrTikTok: @nateevansjrWebsite: Nate Evans Jr. | Instagram, Facebook | LinktreeBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/p-s-a-the-mental-health-podcast--5520511/support.
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Lawrence C. Harris Recap, R. Kelly’s Overdose, and David Banner’s “No Devil” Debate
After a much-needed week off to celebrate his birthday, Izzy Baker is back solo for this week’s Mental Man Monday. Raw, unfiltered, and glitchy as ever, this episode hits the ground running.Izzy opens with a heartfelt recap of the most recent episode of The Mental Health Podcast, featuring Lawrence C. Harris, where they unpack fatherhood, generational wounds, and Lawrence's current relationship with his dad. It’s a powerful conversation to kick off Men’s Mental Health Awareness Month, because healing as men is never overnight.Next up, Izzy takes on one of the most shocking headlines of the week: R. Kelly’s jail overdose. Was this a calculated setup to move him to a more secure facility, or is someone working behind the scenes to take him off the chessboard for good? Izzy breaks down the conspiracy theories and what this might mean going forward.And finally, Izzy addresses David Banner’s controversial remarks that “there is no devil.” Izzy isn’t buying it. He challenges the idea that rewriting spiritual reality somehow erases the consequences of sin, especially for Black men. Personal responsibility matters, but so does acknowledging that the fight for your soul is real. This episode is more than pop culture commentary—it’s a reminder that your mental, emotional, and spiritual health all matter. Especially right now.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/p-s-a-the-mental-health-podcast--5520511/support.
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Disowned. Chosen. Delivered. Feat. Lawrence C. Harris
In Season 9, Episode 9 of PSA: The Mental Health Podcast, Izzy Baker sits down with speaker, youth mentor, and resilience advocate Lawrence C. Harris for a raw, emotional deep dive into legacy, identity, and survival. This is a Father's Day episode like no other, and a salute to Men's Mental Health Awareness Month. Disowned by his father at just 13, Lawrence opens up about the trauma of abandonment, the cycles we unconsciously repeat, and the emotional cost of being “the one” chosen to break generational curses. But he also shares the grace in it — the strength he found through therapy, the healing power of forgiveness, and the spiritual perspective that helped him reclaim his story. Together, Izzy and Lawrence unpack what it really means to build something new without burning down what came before. From the burden of unspoken family expectations to the myth of being a “strong Black man,” this episode explores how inherited trauma, cultural programming, and religious pressure often shape men more than we realize. Lawrence opens up about the moment he realized he had been operating from CTSD (Complex Traumatic Stress Disorder) rather than PTSD, and why that distinction matters. They also touch on pop culture references like Tyler Perry and the movie The Cookout to reflect on how media mirrors our messy family legacies.From spiritual reflections on Abraham leaving his father’s house (Genesis 12:1) to confronting the difference between honoring your family and enabling dysfunction, this episode is a wake-up call for every man silently carrying the weight of his last name. Lawrence and Izzy ask the hard questions: Can you forgive your abuser? Are you living your assignment, or your ancestor’s regret?Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/p-s-a-the-mental-health-podcast--5520511/support.
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Porn, Perversion, and the Power of Shame Feat. Kendra King
In Season 9, Episode 8 of PSA: The Mental Health Podcast, Izzy Baker sits down with Kendra King, LCSW-A — a licensed therapist, Christian sex addiction specialist, and founder of The Healing Heart Center — for one of the most unfiltered and necessary conversations of the season. This episode tackles the emotional, spiritual, and cultural consequences of porn addiction, hypersexuality, and betrayal trauma, particularly in the lives of men. Opening with the viral meme, “Do NOT press play. Do NOT watch that porn video today,” the conversation unfolds into a sobering exploration of the damage that normalized perversion has caused in this generation. Kendra shares her personal journey into sex and porn addiction therapy, why she launched The Healing Heart Center, and how today’s culture has traded intimacy for performance. She and Izzy discuss how pornography rewires the brain, why erectile dysfunction is becoming more common, and how hypersexual behavior often masks unhealed trauma. They go even deeper, addressing betrayal trauma from the perspective of partners, and calling out the emotional numbness that many men have accepted as normal. The episode also questions whether Christian men can truly heal without confronting shame, and why the church’s silence around these topics has made things worse, not better. Kendra doesn’t shy away from hard truths. She calls out the rise of OnlyFans, the celebration of polyamory, and the way society has equated sex with self-worth. But she also offers hope, reminding listeners that shame — when grounded in grace and truth — can be the start of real healing.Kendra King's Social MediaWebsite: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/kendra-m-king-charlotte-nc/487240Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/p-s-a-the-mental-health-podcast--5520511/support.
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Tyler Perry Sued, Suge Knight Speaks on Diddy, Life After 30, & Vulnerability
After a week off and a few tech issues, Mental Man Monday returns with a guest in the building and a stream that didn’t go as planned—but that’s the beauty of going live. The message still made it through. This week, Izzy Baker is joined by entrepreneur and visionary Nas Cooke for a layered conversation that blends real talk, reflection, and cultural commentary. They kick things off by recapping the latest PSA episode, I’m 30. Now What? featuring Rashad A. Young. Though Nas is only 22, he opens up about the pressure he feels to have it all figured out by 25 and 30—and how the episode reminded him that missing a milestone doesn’t mean failure. It means the journey’s still unfolding. From there, the conversation takes a sharp turn into controversy. Tyler Perry’s new show, She the People, is facing legal action for alleged idea theft. Izzy and Nas share their perspectives on the lawsuit, creative integrity, and why it’s never been more crucial to research your vision in a copy-and-paste content culture. And just when you think it can’t get more unexpected, Suge Knight enters the conversation. After telling Diddy to “humanize” himself, the question becomes: Can the messenger be flawed but the message still valid? The fellas unpack what it means when your enemy offers wisdom, and why even the worst sources can sometimes say the right thing. This episode is raw, unscripted, and exactly what Mental Man Monday is about: honest conversation, even in the chaos.Listen. Reflect. Keep building at your own pace.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/p-s-a-the-mental-health-podcast--5520511/support.
Are you a young millennial man standing at the crossroads of life, feeling like the outlier in your circle when making smart, healthy choices? Look no further because P.S.A the Mental Health Podcast has got you covered!Hosted by Izzy Baker, Prodigy Sportive Attestations is an interview-based podcast that delivers a raw, masculine take on mental health specifically tailored to young men like you—those who defy the grain yet find themselves isolated in their pursuit of well-being.This podcast is a journey into the heart of decision-making for young men striving to thrive in the complexities of modern society. We dissect topics that resonate with your life: building authentic relationships, navigating societal pressures with wisdom, achieving financial stability, career development, emotional intelligence, physical health, lifestyle management, cultural competency, and fostering personal growth through faith.Whether you want to enhance your leadership skills, improve your fitness regime, or foster better connections, we've got you covered. Alongside, we'll explore the emotional landscape of manhood—tackling topics like stress management, the impact of social media, and the importance of creative expression. Each episode blends unfiltered discussions, sound research, and engaging storytelling, spiced with the comedy style of satire. We're here to equip you with the tools to break through decision fatigue and chart a course through life's challenges with resilience and foresight. This podcast captures intellectual and humorous conversations that challenge your thoughts, beliefs, and actions. So, join us on this journey of self-discovery and personal growth. But remember, this podcast is for educational and entertainment purposes only and is not a replacement for seeking professional help.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/p-s-a-the-mental-health-podcast--5520511/support.
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