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  • Tisha Campbell | Beyond the Diagnosis: Understanding Your Child When Their World Is Different From Yours | E69

    Tisha Campbell | Beyond the Diagnosis: Understanding Your Child When Their World Is Different From Yours | E69
    Oct 13 2026
    What happens when the woman everyone knows for making them laugh finally takes off the mask? Tisha Campbell joins JoJo Simmons alongside her son, Xen, for a deeply personal conversation about the life behind her iconic roles, her autism advocacy, and the journey that inspired her book, The A Word. JoJo and Tisha open up about raising sons on the autism spectrum, navigating the emotions surrounding a diagnosis, and letting go of the futures they once imagined for their children. Xen shares what communication and sensory experiences feel like from his perspective, while Tisha reflects on fighting for support, setting boundaries, and learning to embrace who she truly is. In this episode, JoJo, Tisha, and Xen discuss: (00:00) Introduction (03:00) Tisha’s Unexpected Path to Stardom (08:42) The Characters That Grew With Tisha (12:50) Turning Personal Grief Into One Last Shot (19:38) The Side of Autism We Rarely Hear About (30:29) The Freedom of Finding Your Voice (37:12) Why Early Intervention Takes Persistence (39:58) The Safety Conversation Parents Can’t Skip (48:50) The Day Tisha Took Off the Mask (57:58) The Courage to Show Up as Yourself Resources Mentioned: Tisha’s Book, The A Word: A Mother’s Journey Through Autism and Love: https://a.co/d/0hF1kEfa Connect with Tisha: Tisha’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamtishacampbell/⁠ Tisha’s YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/SimplyTisha1 Connect with Xen: Xen’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/xenthemarvellegend/ Connect with JoJo: JoJo’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joseph-jojo-simmons/ JoJo’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jojo_simmons/ For Good Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/forgoodpodcast/ 3isfor Website: https://3isfor.com/ If this episode inspired you, leave a review and share it with someone who could use the message. The best conversations don't end here — they continue through the lives we impact. Personal Growth, Entrepreneurship, Mental Health, Leadership, Purpose, Community, Culture, Faith, Mindset, Self-Improvement, Relationships, Legacy, Inspiration, Growth, Impact, Conversation, Storytelling, Wellness, Motivation, Personal Development
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    1 ora e 8 min
  • Behind the Music: Burnout, Success and the Pressure to Perform | Hilary Gleason | E68

    Behind the Music: Burnout, Success and the Pressure to Perform | Hilary Gleason | E68
    Oct 6 2026
    The music industry creates the songs people turn to in their hardest moments -- but who takes care of the people behind the music? Hilary Gleason, co-founder and executive director of Backline, joins JoJo and Vanessa to unpack the mental health struggles artists, crew members, and their families face behind the scenes. They discuss burnout, mental health stigma, the pressure to always perform, and how fans and the industry can better support the people behind the music. Hilary shares how healthier boundaries, stronger support systems, and accessible care can create a more sustainable future for the people behind the music. In this episode, JoJo, Vanessa and Hilary discuss: (00:00) Introduction (03:50) Breaking Mental Health Stigma in Music (09:50) The Warning Signs We Mistake for Success (19:21) Taking Care of the People Behind the Music (32:43) The Boundaries That Keep You Well (39:46) The Mental Health Lesson Hilary Learned Herself Hilary Gleason is the co-founder and executive director of Backline, a nonprofit connecting music industry professionals and their families with mental health and wellness resources. Through Backline, she works to make mental health support more accessible for artists, crew members, and the wider music community. Resources Mentioned: B-line hotline: Call 855-BLINE99 or text 254-639 B-line Website: https://backline.care/b-line/ Connect with Hilary: Hilary’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hilltops_/ Hilary’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hilarygleason Backline’s Website: https://backline.care/ Backline’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/backlinecare/ Connect with JoJo: JoJo’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joseph-jojo-simmons/ JoJo’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jojo_simmons/ For Good Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/forgoodpodcast/ 3isfor Website: https://3isfor.com/ Connect with Vanessa: Vanessa’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vanessajsimmons/ Vanessa’s Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/vanessajsimmonsxo/ U4IA Now: https://www.instagram.com/u4ianow/ If this episode inspired you, leave a review and share it with someone who could use the message. The best conversations don't end here — they continue through the lives we impact. Personal Growth, Entrepreneurship, Mental Health, Leadership, Purpose, Community, Culture, Faith, Mindset, Self-Improvement, Relationships, Legacy, Inspiration, Growth, Impact, Conversation, Storytelling, Wellness, Motivation, Personal Development
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    48 min
  • Anthony O'Neal: The Money Habits Keeping You Broke | E67

    Anthony O'Neal: The Money Habits Keeping You Broke | E67
    Sep 28 2026
    Looking wealthy and building wealth are two very different things. Anthony O’Neal learned that lesson while driving a flashy car he could barely afford—and watching friends who looked successful struggle to find $5 for food. In this episode, Anthony joins JoJo to break down the financial habits that keep people living paycheck to paycheck and the practical steps to start building real freedom. They discuss getting out of consumer debt, creating margin in your budget, investing even with a small amount of money, teaching kids financial literacy, and why your income matters far less than what you do with it. Anthony also explains how to stop performing wealth, build a financial legacy for your family, and make decisions today that your 80-year-old self will thank you for. In this episode, JoJo and Anthony discuss: (00:00) Introduction (03:13) The Money Wake-Up Call Anthony Needed (13:45) Build Wealth Your Kids Can Inherit (17:42) Why You Should Start Investing Now (24:50) Teach Kids Money Before Life Does (32:50) Why Making Millions Isn’t Enough (39:49) How to Finally Get Out of Debt (43:38) Stop Letting Money Shame Control You (56:07) Stop Looking Rich. Build Freedom. Anthony O’Neal is a bestselling author, financial educator, speaker, entrepreneur, and adjunct professor of consumer economics at Virginia Union University. Through his work, he helps people break free from debt and build a financial foundation designed for long-term freedom and generational wealth. His book, Stop Living Paycheck to Paycheck, offers a practical step-by-step roadmap for taking control of your money and making it work for your future. Resources Mentioned: Anthony’s Book, Stop Living Paycheck to Paycheck: The Proven Path to Break Free from Debt, Build Real Wealth, and Live Free on Any Income: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1400251192 Connect with Anthony: Anthony’s Website: https://www.anthonyoneal.com/ Anthony’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/anthonyoneal Anthony’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anthony-oneal-378704207/ Anthony’s Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/aoneal/ Anthony’s YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@anthonyoneal Connect with JoJo: JoJo’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joseph-jojo-simmons/ JoJo’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jojo_simmons/ For Good Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/forgoodpodcast/ 3isfor Website: https://3isfor.com/ If this episode inspired you, leave a review and share it with someone who could use the message. The best conversations don't end here — they continue through the lives we impact. Personal Growth, Entrepreneurship, Mental Health, Leadership, Purpose, Community, Culture, Faith, Mindset, Self-Improvement, Relationships, Legacy, Inspiration, Growth, Impact, Conversation, Storytelling, Wellness, Motivation, Personal Development, Financial Freedom
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    1 ora e 6 min
  • The Silent Mental Health Crisis Hurting Black Men | Yolo Akili Robinson | E66

    The Silent Mental Health Crisis Hurting Black Men | Yolo Akili Robinson | E66
    Sep 22 2026
    For generations, Black communities have found ways to heal without ever calling it therapy. The barber who listens, the auntie who checks in, the elder who brings people together — Yolo Akili Robinson believes these relationships hold a powerful lesson for how we approach mental health today. In this episode, Yolo joins JoJo to explore what it takes to build a community that knows how to care for one another. He breaks down the emotional rules that keep Black men trapped in silence, how childhood shapes the love we accept as adults, and why asking for help is a skill we can learn. From breaking generational patterns as parents to rethinking masculinity and building collective spaces for healing, Yolo makes the case that taking care of our mental health was never meant to be something we do alone. In This Episode, JoJo and Yolo Akili Discuss: (00:00) Introduction (02:21) Rediscovering the Roots of Collective Healing (06:11) Yolo’s Journey to Unlearning Harmful Love (08:33) Reimagining Masculinity, Power, and Partnership (14:13) Unlearning Emotional Rules for Black Men (19:41) Learning to Receive Help Without Shame (25:04) Breaking Generational Patterns as a Parent (31:10) Choosing Community Over Healing Alone Yolo Akili Robinson is a healing justice practitioner, mental health advocate, educator, and founder and executive director of BEAM (Black Emotional and Mental Health Collective), an organization dedicated to the healing, wellness, and liberation of Black and marginalized communities. Through community training, healing circles, grants, and programs, his work expands mental health support beyond traditional therapy and equips people with the tools to care for themselves and one another. Connect with Yolo: Yolo’s Website: https://yoloakili.com/ Yolo’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yoloakili/ Yolo’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/yoloakilirobinson/ BEAM’s Website: https://beam.community/ Connect with JoJo: JoJo’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joseph-jojo-simmons/ JoJo’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jojo_simmons/ For Good Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/forgoodpodcast/ 3isfor Website: https://3isfor.com/ If this episode inspired you, leave a review and share it with someone who could use the message. The best conversations don't end here — they continue through the lives we impact. Personal Growth, Entrepreneurship, Mental Health, Leadership, Purpose, Community, Culture, Faith, Mindset, Self-Improvement, Relationships, Legacy, Inspiration, Growth, Impact, Conversation, Storytelling, Wellness, Motivation, Personal Development
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    38 min
  • Growing Up Simmons: What We’d Keep, Change & Never Do Again | For Good Family Meetings Pt. 1 | E65

    Growing Up Simmons: What We’d Keep, Change & Never Do Again | For Good Family Meetings Pt. 1 | E65
    Sep 15 2026
    Some family stories only get better with time. In this first For Good Family Meeting, trade childhood stories, revisit the lessons that hit differently now that they’re parents, and debate which family traditions deserve a comeback. They also get real about raising kids in the age of social media—from checking their phones to knowing when privacy becomes a safety issue. Funny, candid, and occasionally chaotic, it’s a conversation about family, parenting, and what we choose to pass on to the next generation. In this episode, JoJo and Vanessa discuss: (00:00) Introduction (02:30) Lessons They Didn’t Appreciate Until Adulthood (12:45) Remember When: Keeping Family Traditions Alive (26:04) This or That: What Could You Give Up Forever? (36:14) Kids, Social Media, and the Privacy Debate (42:55) For Good News: Choosing Grace Over Backlash Connect with JoJo: JoJo’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joseph-jojo-simmons/ JoJo’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jojo_simmons/ For Good Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/forgoodpodcast/ 3isfor Website: https://3isfor.com/ Connect with Vanessa: Vanessa’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vanessajsimmons/ Vanessa’s Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/vanessajsimmonsxo/ U4IA Now: https://www.instagram.com/u4ianow/ If this episode inspired you, leave a review and share it with someone who could use the message. The best conversations don't end here — they continue through the lives we impact. Parenting, Family Relationships, Kids and Social Media, Parenting Advice, Family Traditions, Childhood Memories, Raising Kids, Digital Parenting, Social Media and Children, Family Values, JoJo Simmons, Vanessa Simmons, For Good Podcast, For Good Family Meetings
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    50 min
  • How to Raise Confident Kids in a World Designed to Break Them | Dr. Shefali | E64

    How to Raise Confident Kids in a World Designed to Break Them | Dr. Shefali | E64
    Sep 8 2026
    Childhood has changed more in the last decade than it did in the previous hundred years. Between social media, algorithms, constant comparison, and endless digital distractions, many parents are trying to raise children in a world they never had to navigate themselves. But what if the biggest challenge isn't technology—it's how we prepare our children to live alongside it? In this episode, clinical psychologist and bestselling author Dr. Shefali joins JoJo and Vanessa to explain why today's parenting models are no longer enough, how boys and girls face different emotional challenges growing up, and why raising resilient children starts with changing the way we parent. From protecting kids without overprotecting them to helping daughters build inner confidence and teaching boys healthy masculinity, this conversation offers practical guidance for raising emotionally healthy children in an increasingly complex world. In This Episode, JoJo, Vanessa, and Dr. Shefali Discuss: (00:00) Introduction (03:17) Your Child's Attention Is Being Stolen (12:29) Why Confidence Is Falling in Girls (15:30) The Parenting Mistake That's Failing Boys (21:11) Raise Kids Who Don't Need to Perform for Love (28:07) Raising Strong Girls and Conscious Boys (38:57) When Achievement Replaces Emotional Health (46:46) Why Vulnerability Makes Stronger Men (48:43) The Parenting Mistake That Weakens Resilience (53:44) The Future of Healthy Relationships Dr. Shefali is a clinical psychologist, internationally bestselling author, and one of the world's leading voices on conscious parenting. Through books including The Conscious Parent, Raising Conscious Sons, and Raising Conscious Daughters, she has helped millions of parents build stronger relationships with their children by combining modern psychology, mindfulness, and practical parenting strategies. Resources Mentioned: Dr. Shefali's Book, The Conscious Parent: Transforming Ourselves, Empowering Our Children: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1897238452 Dr. Shefali's Book, Raising Conscious Sons: Cultivating Purpose, Connection, and Inner Power in a Chaotic World: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0063499517 Dr. Shefali's Book, Raising Conscious Daughters: Building Confidence, Courage, and Inner Power in an Anxious World: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0063499568 Connect with Dr. Shefali: Dr. Shefali’s Website: https://www.drshefali.com/ Dr. Shefali’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/doctorshefali/ Dr. Shefali’s YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/DrShefali Dr. Shefali’s Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/doctorshefali/ Connect with JoJo: JoJo’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joseph-jojo-simmons/ JoJo’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jojo_simmons/ For Good Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/forgoodpodcast/ 3isfor Website: https://3isfor.com/ Connect with Vanessa: Vanessa’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vanessajsimmons/ Vanessa’s Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/vanessajsimmonsxo/ U4IA Now: https://www.instagram.com/u4ianow/ If this episode inspired you, leave a review and share it with someone who could use the message. The best conversations don't end here — they continue through the lives we impact. Personal Growth, Entrepreneurship, Mental Health, Leadership, Purpose, Community, Culture, Faith, Mindset, Self-Improvement, Relationships, Legacy, Inspiration, Growth, Impact, Conversation, Storytelling, Wellness, Motivation, Personal Development, Parenting
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    58 min
  • Kier Gaines: How to Get Out of the Waiting Room of Your Life | E63

    Kier Gaines: How to Get Out of the Waiting Room of Your Life | E63
    Sep 1 2026
    Most people don’t wait because they’re lazy. They wait until they feel ready, confident, healed, or certain enough to change finally. But therapist Kier Gaines believes the longer you practice waiting, the better you become at staying exactly where you are. In this episode, Kier joins JoJo and Vanessa to unpack the uncomfortable reality of healing, from protecting your peace without avoiding hard conversations to taking accountability without tearing yourself down. He also opens up about forgiveness, comparison, relationships, and his own experience with depression, revealing why real growth rarely begins when you feel ready. It begins when you decide to show up anyway. In this episode, JoJo, Vanessa, and Kier discuss: (00:00) Introduction (03:00) Stop Waiting Until You Feel Ready (07:49) The Uncomfortable Reality of Healing Yourself (14:44) When Protecting Your Peace Becomes Avoidance (17:30) Taking Accountability Without Punishing Yourself (25:10) Building a Home Where Everyone Feels Heard (29:28) Knowing When It’s Safe to Be Vulnerable (31:52) Using Comparison Without Losing Yourself (40:32) Slowing Down Before Life Passes You By (45:34) The Complicated Truth About Forgiveness (54:37) Showing Up When Depression Changes Shape (57:42) Starting Before You Feel Ready Kier Gaines is a licensed therapist, content creator, author, and host of the Learn the Hard Way podcast. Through his work, he makes conversations around healing, relationships, self-awareness, and emotional health practical and relatable. His book, It All Starts When You Do, explores the inner work required to take ownership of your growth and begin healing without waiting for the perfect moment. Resources Mentioned: Kier’s Book, It All Starts When You Do: How to Do the Real Work of Self-Healing: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GF1JV76J Connect with Kier: Kier’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kiergaines/ Kier’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kier-gaines-6b46912b2 Kier’s Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kiergaines/ Connect with JoJo: JoJo’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joseph-jojo-simmons/ JoJo’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jojo_simmons/ For Good Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/forgoodpodcast/ 3isfor Website: https://3isfor.com/ Connect with Vanessa: Vanessa’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vanessajsimmons/ Vanessa’s Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/vanessajsimmonsxo/ U4IA Now: https://www.instagram.com/u4ianow/ If this episode inspired you, leave a review and share it with someone who could use the message. The best conversations don't end here — they continue through the lives we impact. Personal Growth, Family, Mental Health, Leadership, Purpose, Community, Culture, Faith, Mindset, Self-Improvement, Relationships, Inspiration, Growth, Impact, Conversation, Storytelling, Wellness, Motivation, Personal Development, Parenting
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    1 ora e 3 min
  • Break the Patterns Keeping You in Unhealthy Relationships | Vanessa Bennett | E62

    Break the Patterns Keeping You in Unhealthy Relationships | Vanessa Bennett | E62
    Aug 25 2026
    Why do so many of us keep repeating the same relationship patterns, arguments, and mistakes, even when we know better? In this episode of For Good, licensed therapist, author, and relationship expert Vanessa Bennett unpacks the hidden beliefs that shape the way we love, communicate, and show up for ourselves. From codependency and trauma to accountability and self-awareness, she explains why real healing starts the moment we stop pointing fingers and start looking inward. Together, JoJo, Vanessa, and Vanessa Bennett explore why chaos can feel like chemistry, how childhood experiences quietly influence adult relationships, what healthy accountability actually looks like, and why taking ownership of your life is the most empowering thing you can do. In This Episode, JoJo, Vanessa, and Vanessa B. Discuss: (00:00) Introduction (03:22) The Mirror Most People Avoid (07:29) Why Chaos Feels Like Love (13:46) Stop Letting Trauma Define You (20:34) The Difference Between Love and Compatibility (24:24) How to Break Free Without Burning Bridges (30:25) The Fastest Way to Change Your Life Vanessa Bennett is a licensed therapist, relationship expert, depth psychology coach, and author of The Motherhood Myth. Through her clinical work, coaching programs, and writing, she helps people break unhealthy patterns, build stronger relationships, and develop the self-awareness needed to create lasting personal growth. Resources Mentioned: Vanessa’s Book, It's Not Me, It's You: Break the Blame Cycle. Relationship Better: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0063206315 Connect with Vanessa Bennett: Vanessa’s Website: https://www.vanessabennett.com/ Vanessa’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vanessasbennett/ Vanessa’s Substack: https://hellovanessabennett.substack.com/ Connect with JoJo: JoJo’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joseph-jojo-simmons/ JoJo’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jojo_simmons/ For Good Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/forgoodpodcast/ 3isfor Website: https://3isfor.com/ Connect with Vanessa: Vanessa’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vanessajsimmons/ Vanessa’s Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/vanessajsimmonsxo U4IA Now: https://www.instagram.com/u4ianow/ If this episode inspired you, leave a review and share it with someone who could use the message. The best conversations don't end here — they continue through the lives we impact. Personal Growth, Entrepreneurship, Mental Health, Leadership, Purpose, Community, Culture, Faith, Mindset, Self-Improvement, Relationships, Legacy, Inspiration, Growth, Impact, Conversation, Storytelling, Wellness, Motivation, Personal Development
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    38 min