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How You Grievin?How You Grievin with DemannThis week on How You Grievin, Demann shares how he feels after the transition of his father. He also talks about what he wishes he had asked before his transition. He opens up about how important it is to find the right therapist for you as a black man.2025-07-2740 minHow You Grievin?How You Grievin with Mr. VintageThis week, Mr. Vintage shares his story of grieving a grandfather he never truly knew—until the final days.He opens up about meeting him near the end of his life, the emotions that surfaced, and the family dynamics that shaped the experience.2025-07-2117 minHow You Grievin?How You Grievin with King ChristopherThis Week on How You Grievin King Christopher gets real about grief. From losing his mother, to the end of a relationship, to walking away from a job, he’s carried a lot, and he’s unpacked it and healed.2025-07-1458 minHow You Grievin?How You Grievin with GoosbyThis week on How You Grievin, Goosby opens up about navigating the pain of losing both his dads and the emotional weight of grieving relationships. Through it all he still finds a way to show up for himself and for others through his gift of comedy.Don't forget to follow Malcolm on all platforms for the latest: @myblackkselfFor more on Goosby follow him: @currentlyboycotting2025-07-071h 12How You Grievin?How You Grievin with Sarah WarrenOn this week's episode of How You Grievin the Podcast, Sarah Warren shares the story of her father's "best exit" as she calls it. She also opens up about inheriting his 18 year old dog, Toty, and the deep bond they now share through grief and love. It's a story of legacy, care, and unexpected healing.Donate to Sarah Warren's Gofundmehttps://www.gofundme.com/f/donate-to-sarahs-effort-to-heal-toty-and-her-pets2025-06-3048 minHow You Grievin?How You Grievin with Coach MemeThis week on How You Grievin the Podcast, i sit down with Coach Meme, founder of the Blacktion Plan, as she shares her journey of grieving her brother while leading healing work for the culture. Don't miss this powerful episode.2025-06-2358 minHow You Grievin?How You Grievin with Chanda SwinneyThis week on How You Grievin The Podcast, Chanda Swinney opens up about her beloved son, his determined spirit, and the foundation she built in his honor. This is a conversation about legacy, healing, and how a mother's love continues to shine through it all. Follow me on all platforms: @myblackkselfFor more information on Chanda Swinney visit: www.Mysonshinefoundation.org2025-06-1639 minHow You Grievin?How you Grieving with LasandraListen as Lasandra talks about navigating the depths of grief after her mother’s passing, while discovering the strength and healing in the memories they shared.Follow Lasandra on TikTok @favoldbish2025-06-0958 min
My black selfReality check?In this week’s episode Malcolm talks about his current relationship and being a flight attendant. He also speaks on why he doesn’t talk about his other grandmother that transitioned. Speaking on her for the first time publicly brings along a reality check.2024-08-1725 minMy black selfAre you strong enough alone?In this weeks Minutes with My Black Self Malcolm discusses being strong enough to conquer alone. Getting joy from strangers is an important part of continuing to heal.2024-08-0810 minMy black selfThe celebrationIn this week’s episode Malcolm shares how the celebration of his sister’s life went over the weekend in Connecticut. He also shares how he had time to catch up with old friends in his home town. How do you celebrate the deathaversary?2024-08-0119 minMy black selfIntuition and relationshipsIn this episode Malcolm talks about what intuition is and how intuition works within him. He also speaks on how it has showed up in relationships. The question is what do you do with your intuition?2024-07-2420 minMy black selfThe Scottboro BoysIn this weeks episode Malcolm shares a conversation he had with his nephew about guilt. Malcolm also shares his experience seeing the live show The Scottsboro Boys at the ArtsCentric theatre in Baltimore. Malcolm hopes to inspire you and give you courage in this episode.2024-07-1318 minMy black self3 years downIn this week’s episode Malcolm talks about what 3 years of grieving is like. He discusses how much has changed within himself. He also shares how he is going to celebrate a deathaversary for the first time.2024-07-0324 min
Mental Health is a LifestyleA Man’s Battle with Depression & Suicidal Thoughts! Malcolm Gatison’s StoryIn honor of Men’s Mental Health Awareness Month, Malcom Gatison (@MYBLACKKSELF) is sharing his story of battling and overcoming Depression and Suicidal thoughts. Click the Link for the NEW EPISODE‼️ You can find the podcast on YouTube & everywhere you find Podcasts! The purpose is to support men and women while giving them the tools and space to heal emotionally, psychologically and physiologically. Go ahead LISTEN, WATCH & SHARE! Follow IG: https://instagram.com/awisebrown?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA== Mental Health is a Lifestyle...2024-06-1855 minMy black selfBe confident in the let goIn this week’s episode Malcolm talks about being ok with letting people go for multiple reasons. Malcolm also speaks about flash backs in real time referring to those that have transitioned.2024-03-0607 minMy black selfThe Mal-functionDr. Kreative joins Malcolm while in Dallas. Listen as the two discuss their coming out stories, the double standards between men and woman and being bisexual.2024-02-2932 minMy black selfHow do I go on after loss?In this week’s episode Malcolm talks about how to continue life after a loved one has transitioned. First hand you have to want to continue life in order to move forward. Malcolm shares how to start with the basic functions like bathing, eating and staying healthy.2024-02-2212 minMy black selfBeyoncé, Monique Usher and we still have to grieveThe media is buzzing so Malcolm touches on some of this week’s hot topics. Usher’s halftime performance, Beyoncé has a new album coming and Monique is sharing receipts. Malcolm speaks how anything can spark a memory of a loved one as simple as an old picture or preparing dinner. We as humans need one another to lean on and to inspire. Let us know what you think about this episode.2024-02-1414 minMy black selfGood Grief the movieListen as Malcolm talks about how much he enjoyed the new Netflix movie Good Grief. Malcolm expresses how he loved the friendship in the movie and how it progressed. This movie is recommended if you are grieving or know someone who is grieving.2024-02-0707 minMy black selfWe are not exempt from death, trauma and griefIn this week’s episode Malcolm talks about how the death is not your fault. How we need to remember that we are not exempt from feeling this guilt or the sudden death of a loved one. Malcolm gives his advice based on his personal experiences how to deal with this grief that may have caused trauma in your life.2024-02-0106 minMy black selfHow are you coping?In this episode Malcolm discusses how he’s coping, where he moved to and what he took away from those that have transitioned.2024-01-3009 minMy black selfA sprinkle of positivityIn this week’s episode I share a dream I had about my two favorite people. I also spread some positivity within this world of hate. I shout out some of the content creators I enjoy, some folks being dragged by the media. This is a “keep going” episode.2023-11-0330 minMy black selfThe continuanceEverything continues, life doesn’t stop until your dead. Listen as I talk about how grief is showing up in my life now. A friend exited my life gracefully and I met Ta-Nehisi Coates.2023-10-1828 minMy black selfThe check inIn this weeks episode I discuss what I have been up to lately. I attended a live podcast recording and I have some relocating to do.2023-05-1826 minMy black selfThe Black Funeral Experience p.2In this week’s episode I join forces with The Laundromat Podcast and we discuss the black funeral. We will walk you through a black funeral and give you all the deets. Share with us your experience with funerals you’ve attended.2023-05-1042 minMy black selfThe black funeral experience part 1In this week’s episode I join forces with The Laundromat Podcast and we discuss the black funeral. We will walk you through a black funeral and give you all the deets.2023-05-0543 minMy black selfLet the church say…In this week’s episode I discuss the black church and their beliefs. This also stems from a recent clip on TikTok of a pastor speaking on the queer community. Would you rather be white famous or black famous?2023-04-1925 minMy black selfThe struggle of justiceIn this weeks episode I discuss the Justin’s being expelled and reinstated. I also discuss how Monique’s Netflix special reminded me of my grandmother. I also discuss how growing up with first hand stories of racism impact my life.2023-04-1215 minMy black selfGood grief & old school gaysIn this weeks episode I discuss when it’s time to show up even through your own grief and trauma. Is the term old school gay gonna start to hit different? Are heterosexual men being catfished by spanks?2023-04-0628 minMy black selfBirthday cakeIn this week’s episode @ctgentsonthego and I discuss birthdays. How do you celebrate your birthday? We figure out when we were conceived, who pays the bill at the birthday dinner. We also discuss how long to keep your balloons and cards. Of course we have to touch on celebrating the deceased birthdays.2023-03-2955 minMy black selfThe momentsIn this week’s episode I discuss how we over look the moments that change people. We tend to notice their flaws, sexual interest etc. How do we do better and not overlook people’s impactful most meaningful moments?2023-03-2320 minMy black selfThe check-inIn this week’s episode I discuss what it’s like to set boundaries and start to live your life the way you want to. Putting an end to traditions you are done with and creating new. Share your feedback. Watch this episode on my YouTube channel @myblackkself.2023-03-1529 minMy black selfCouch conversationsIn this weeks episode I sit down with the married Curtis and Luis to have a discussion on relationship types. We discuss sexual fetishes, polyamorous and more. Subscribe to my YouTube channel @myblackklself to discuss these topics and share your thoughts with us. Follow Curtis and Luis @ctgentsonthego for an in-site on their lives.2023-03-0837 minMy black selfThe Mal-functionIn this week’s episode, Dr. Kreative and I traveled to the DMV to attend an event. We also discuss what should happen during Black History Month and men with receding hairlines.2023-03-0122 minMy black selfThe healing era p.1In this weeks episode we dive into healing with Jerry. We discuss personal struggles, how we are healing, and we share some tips on things you can do to heal. We also share our love letters personally written by our dearest selves.2023-02-2249 minMy black selfGoodbyes vs. no goodbyesIn this weeks episode Matt and I discuss how he was able to say goodbye to his grandparents. We discuss how grateful he is to have had the privilege to do so. I share my stories about not being able to say goodbye due to sudden death. I hope you take something from this episode.2023-02-1544 minMy black selfLosing a siblingIn this weeks episode my cousin Britt and I discuss losing both of our older sisters. Remembering the day and how it affected us then and now. Coping with the loss of a sibling is one of the hardest things to do. Listen as we discuss our tragedies. Remember you are not alone.2023-02-081h 06My black selfThe 5 stages of griefIn this weeks episode I break down the 5 stages of grief and how they show up and how they’ve showed up for me. I also encourage you to grieve the way you want to. This process is about you and only you. The book I’m reading is titled “I wasn’t ready to say goodbye surviving, coping & healing after the sudden death of a loved one”. The website I read from is Betterup.com. I hope you take away something that will help you during this difficult time.2023-02-0125 minMy black selfGoodbye S.2As I say goodbye to season 2. I ask myself if I am happy, I recap on what I’ve learned, and how my journey continues.2023-01-0113 minMy black selfSuicide isn’t an even exchangeThe passing of Dj Stephen “Twitch”Boss is a trigger of emotions. Watching everyone respond to a tragedy opens up the discussion about my suicidal thoughts and how I worked through them. I also talk about how grief is individualized through family and friends. You have a purpose. Reach out for help if you need it.2022-12-1611 minMy black selfControlling employersThis week is a short one. Is your job controlling your narrative outside of paid hours? Do you want to discuss this? Call in and let’s chat it up!2022-12-0706 minMy black selfGood grief part 2In this week’s episode Malcolm discusses how it feels to grieve with someone who knows the same pain as you. He talks about how his thanksgiving was not a happy day this year. He also touches on having great work friends.2022-11-3025 minMy black selfMy black self and celebrating Kia’s birthday, thanksgiving and keeping bad advice to yourselfIn this weeks episode I discuss how celebrating my big sisters birthday without her presence made me feel empty. I also discuss how people give advice based off of their own life. I hope you enjoy.2022-11-2324 minMy black selfMy black self and turning on redIn this weeks episode I’m turning on red. We all have been in situations where we see the red flags or the red light flashing in front of us and we proceed right through to the next red light. Communication is key in all relationships so read the signs y’all. I also share with you special find from a thrifting haul.2022-11-0918 minMy black selfMy black self and the Ptown experience.In this weeks episode… Spooky Bear weekend was in full effect with friends and family. Listen as I give you insights about Ptown and tell you the time we had.2022-11-0231 minMy black selfAnd… Good grief.In this weeks episode… Having gratitude that you were able to be there until the very end. Have you ever been there for someone’s last breath? Listen as I tell you how to have gratitude for this very difficult time in your life.2022-11-0220 minMy black selfMy black self and musicMusic is therapy for me and so many others. Music helps us in need, music is full of memories. Listen as I talk about what music is to me.2022-10-1919 minMy black selfMy black self and The Sherri ShowThis week Dr. Kreative and I attended the Sherri Show in Manhattan. Listen to our experience of the live taping at this show. Have you ever been to a daytime tv recording? It is definitely a workout. This show gets 5 stars. It is very comforting, vibrant and positive. She is full of life, love and happiness. Get your tickets to her show to have a real good time a feel good time.2022-10-1228 minMy black selfMy black self and healingHealing is necessary to anyone who has pain, going through a breakup, working through traumatic experiences and definitely grieving a lost one or lost one’s. Join me on my healing journey. I did Yoga for the first time y’all.2022-09-2817 minMy black selfMy black self and the weekendThis weekend I attending the Big E, had tickets to the “Sherri Show” and tried some new Catnip. I also remembered that I needed me time.2022-09-2117 minMy black selfMy black self had a time last nightMe and my good friend Dr. Kreative had a time in Brooklyn. We attended club Lambda with a 70’s style theme, thongs and harnesses with a “dark” room included. The creativity in the outfits was so New York, beautiful, black and queer. Listen to our experience of the night and the things we saw with our not so innocent eyes. Club Lambda featuring Deviant did their thing that night.2022-09-1438 minMy black selfMy black self and the deathaversaryHow do you continue to move on? How do you continue to grieve. Realizing that all of the people that were there to fill the space have dispersed back to their reality.2022-09-0714 minMy black selfMy black self sits down with JamalIn this week’s episode I sit down with my friend Jamal. We talk about his childhood, experiencing the loss of your two best friends and grieving during Covid and trying out therapy for the first time.2022-08-171h 04My black selfMy black self and the dedication to my grandmaMy grandmother has transitioned to her forever life after 92 years on this earth. Listen as family, friends and myself share memories of the beautiful life she lived. You will hear how she grew up and how she wanted change for a better life. Family was the most important thing to her and she instilled those values on everyone she touched. These are the moments with Mrs.Doris Causey Furlow aka my old lady.2022-08-102h 33My black selfMy black self and what Macy Gray said… But isn’t respect all we wanted!In the weeks episode I give my opinion on Macy Grays latest comment. I thought all we wanted was to be respected. When will cancel culture get canceled or can we educate then cancel.2022-07-1321 minMy black selfMy Black self and this grieving journey.In this weeks episode I want to touch on how this dating life is going for me. I also speak on my grieving journey and how the process is going so far, and the struggles that I still experience. This journey is not all peaches and cream.2022-07-0630 minMy black selfMy black self had a bad dayYou ever have a bad day that just does not improve? Yea? Well so do I. We try to stay positive but sometimes you just have to let loose and vent about it.2022-06-2916 minMy black selfMy black self… my opinion, my advice and my thoughtsIn this week’s episode I discuss leaning on the people that are apart of your life. My recommendations on how to keep your peace, your positivity and I touch on how to navigate out of the stereotypical survivor mode.2022-06-2228 minMy black selfMy black self and reminiscing about the good ole days (with Cece)Let’s take a trip down memory lane. We have been friends for over 10 years. We ask each other questions geard towards our long term friendship. We also discuss the “DL” men and “hoochie daddy shorts”.2022-06-1514 minMy black selfMy black self with Niscay and DestineeIn this week’s episode we discuss topics that have shaped the black culture. The word “strong” hold’s so much power and hurt within us. For pride month I have more coming out stories for you.2022-06-0853 min
My black selfBonus episodeGetting prepared to podcast.2022-06-0514 minMy black selfMy black self with Brit and MelIn This episode of My Black Self we celebrate Pride month. Listen to our coming out stories. We touch on black queers being accepted in our own communities and how our dating experience is going. I hope you enjoy this episode.2022-06-0322 minMy black selfMy black self and being single againIn this episode I speak on my beautiful breakup, open relationships and loving yourself first. Loving yourself first is the key to pure happiness that we all want to reach.2022-05-2720 minMy black selfMy black self and depressionListen as I talk on how I learned I was depressed, how I’m dealing with it and what tools are helping me.2022-02-2617 minMy black selfMinding my black a** businessIt has been some time y’all. This episode is about how I have been staying focused on my life, grounded within my beliefs, praying to my ancestors, and knowing it’s already alright.2022-02-1926 minMy black selfMy Urban Trauma: Part 2In this episode I discuss how I cope with my known traumatic experiences, why it took so long for part 2 and how I’ve overcome obstacles. Throughout my experiences how I stayed true to myself.2021-10-0633 minMy black selfMy Urban TraumaIn this episode you will hear of my negative life experiences, and how they became traumatic for me. You will learn to understand what Urban Trauma is and how it lives in our communities. Come on my journey and see what has shaped, and molded me into the man I am today.2021-05-0429 minMy black selfShady boots (bonus episode)He was voted shady boots in 2020. My guest Luis is one of the shadiest people you will ever meet. Listen as we introduce you to our daily life and of course talk our sh**. This is how we are. A hot mess.2021-04-1232 minMy black selfSubscriptions and number 1 fansIn this episode I announce my sista of the week. Discuss how subscribing is easy but canceling is so hard. How does bing a fan and supporting someone else help you? Listen as I go through the challenges of being a number 1 fan.
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My black selfPieces of me.Who has the map of life? Listen as I reminisce on smelly corner store days, beef patties with cheese, and staying out until the street lights came on.2021-03-1616 min