World Mental Health Day: Protecting Our Young Men & Having the Hard Conversations

What does it really mean to protect our young people, support men's mental health, and take accountability for the world we're creating around them?

In this episode of Argh U Mad?, we're having some necessary conversations about mental health, grief, healing, culturally responsive therapy, and the influence of online streaming culture on younger generations. We're also reflecting on the importance of listening to our young men and women, taking their concerns seriously, and prioritizing their emotional well-being and safety.

Inspired by my own healing journey and the experiences that led to the creation of Argh U Mad? in 2019, this conversation is a reminder that mental health awareness must go beyond a single day. It requires self-awareness, compassion, accountability, and a willingness to address difficult subjects.

We also recognize Domestic Violence Awareness Month and the different forms abuse can take, including emotional and financial abuse. If you're navigating a difficult situation, please know that seeking support matters, and you deserve to be heard.

🎧 Keep listening, keep reflecting, and keep the conversation going.

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Let's continue changing the narrative of mental health from a Black woman's perspective, one podcast episode at a time—while balancing our minds, bodies, and souls in practical ways that suit our lifestyle.

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From Dr. Dre co-signing AI music to a conversation about going Back to School, this episode covers a little bit of everything happening in culture, music, family and the world around us.

We get into the growing role of AI in the music industry, what it means for authenticity and artist identity, and then hear directly from AI artist Zion Vale about his creative process and why he chose to use AI as part of his music.

We also get into back-to-school conversations, parenting, protecting our children, trust, and

the realities young people are facing.

And yes — we also activate those mental muscles with a conversation about the 2026 Midterm Elections and what we should be paying attention to.

One episode. Multiple conversations. Plenty to think about.

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It's Saturday night and we're talking about whatever caught our attention this week! 🎙️

In this episode of Argh U Mad, I'm covering a mix of entertainment, current events, financial news, politics and comedy — with my own mindful commentary along the way.

💍 Coco Jones & Donovan Mitchell — Congratulations to the newlyweds! I'm talking about Coco Jones' marriage and the celebrity wedding that caught my attention.

🌍 Botswana & African News — A viral moment involving Botswana's president leads me into a conversation about marriage, relationships and the idea that people should be able to leave a union when it no longer works for them.

🎓 Student Loans — What's happening with the SAVE repayment plan? What should borrowers be paying attention to? I share what I found while researching student loan repayment options and why borrowers should check their federal student loan accounts.

🗳️ 2026 Midterm Elections — If you've been asking, "What's up with the midterms?" let's talk about it. I discuss why the 2026 elections matter, what positions are up for election and the policies that could directly affect our everyday lives.

😂 Mad Funny: Leslie Jones — We lighten things up with Leslie Jones, comedy, her journey and why I love seeing Black women embrace themselves and continue evolving.

This episode is part of the current Argh U Mad format where I take the headlines and conversations catching my attention and add my own perspective — because sometimes we need to pause, think and actually talk about what's happening around us.

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Which topic did you want to hear more about?

Coco Jones? Student loans? The 2026 midterms? African news? Or Leslie Jones?

Argh U Mad? 👀

⚠️ This podcast reflects personal commentary and opinions for discussion and entertainment. It is not financial, legal, political or professional advice.

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