P.S.A the Mental Health Podcast

• Trickin', NLE Choppa vs. Jonathan Majors, & Remembering Singer D'Angelo

  This week on Mental Man Monday, Izzy is joined by AMROCK, host of the HL Podcast, for a multi-layered conversation that challenges cultural norms, honors legacy, and calls men into deeper accountability. From the first minute, it’s clear this isn’t just another episode — it’s a necessary one. The two begin by continuing last week’s heated topic around trickin’. What’s the line between providing and performing? Is “trickin’” really about power, or is it about unhealed men seeking validation through material gestures?Izzy and AMROCK don’t just ask these questions — they unpack them through personal experience and cultural critique. Midway through the conversation, the episode takes a more somber turn. The sudden and tragic death of R&B icon D’Angelo is discussed, not from a gossip angle, but through the lens of grief, masculinity, and preventative health. D’Angelo, who passed from pancreatic cancer, leaves behind a son who now joins the many men navigating life without both parents. This segment becomes a moment of real-life therapy, a call for Black men to take their health seriously, to grieve openly, and to talk about the pain we often suppress.In the final portion of the episode, the conversation pivots again — this time toward faith, controversy, and cultural tension. Izzy and AMROCK react to a now-viral moment from Kirk Franklin’s podcast where rapper NLE Choppa shares a controversial opinion, calling Jesus “our brother, not our savior.” Actor Jonathan Majors, who was also present, immediately pushes back. While neither Kirk nor Majors appear in this episode, their interaction sparks a discussion that’s deeply relevant. The episode raises an honest question: what happens when our version of spirituality is built more on vibes than on truth? The name Charlie Kirk also comes up, not as a guest, but as a symbol of the ideological chaos and division that has even infiltrated the faith conversation. Together, AMROCK and Izzy reflect on how masculinity, media, mental health, and misguided theology all intersect. Whether you agree or disagree with everything said, one thing’s for sure: this episode forces men to confront their beliefs, their grief, and their need for authentic healing. It’s part podcast, part barbershop talk, and part altar call. Listen closely because these are the kinds of conversations that shift the culture.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/p-s-a-the-mental-health-podcast--5520511/support.TrustBuilder Package🎯 Level up your professional development influence with the TrustBuilder Package — a social media strategy designed to position you as a thought leader in your space. From authority-building content to engagement that actually converts, we make sure your message doesn’t just get seen… it gets respected. Perfect for personal brands looking to grow their presence and impact. Legacy Launchpad🚀 Build your podcast — and your influence — from the ground up with the Legacy Launchpad. We handle everything: strategy, branding, production, and promotion, so you can focus on delivering value. Designed for personal and professional development influencers who want their voice amplified, their brand elevated, and their legacy secured in the digital space.

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• Is Tricking Just Generosity? The Truth About Power, Provision, & Playing Yourself Feat. The Pod Peeps

  Izzy is back with the PodPeeps — Jesse, Tevin, and JR — for one of the most honest and entertaining conversations of the season. Recorded live in Atlanta, this in-person episode dives deep into the world of “tricking”: what it is, what it isn’t, and why so many people pretend not to be doing it… while doing it. From sugar daddies to spontaneous gifts, this one unpacks the cultural, psychological, and spiritual sides of spending money to feel powerful, feel loved, or feel something at all.The group explores why some men equate money with masculinity, using dollars to compensate for past bullying, insecurities, or rejection, and how the act of tricking becomes less about generosity and more about buying temporary validation. As JR explains, the amygdala, the part of the brain responsible for fear, gets activated when people feel unattractive or unwanted, and tricking becomes a way to override that emotional pain. But is it worth it? The conversation doesn’t stop at men. The PodPeeps also explore the reality of women who trick, the blurred lines between providing and flexing, and how “generosity” can often be misread depending on your tax bracket. Jesse raises a powerful point about how true respect, the kind that’s rooted in character and consistency, can’t be bought. Tricking might get you tolerance, but it won’t get you love. Izzy adds a spiritual layer to the mix, asking: Would God be okay with you tricking? Pulling from Proverbs and Genesis, the episode challenges listeners to rethink how they use their resources not just in relationships, but in their purpose. Provision, as the Bible outlines, is about stewardship, love, and responsibility, not manipulation, performance, or flashy validation. Whether you’ve been a trick, been tricked on, or just like nice things, this episode forces you to ask the question: What are you really trying to buy?Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/p-s-a-the-mental-health-podcast--5520511/support.TrustBuilder Package🎯 Level up your professional development influence with the TrustBuilder Package — a social media strategy designed to position you as a thought leader in your space. From authority-building content to engagement that actually converts, we make sure your message doesn’t just get seen… it gets respected. Perfect for personal brands looking to grow their presence and impact. Legacy Launchpad🚀 Build your podcast — and your influence — from the ground up with the Legacy Launchpad. We handle everything: strategy, branding, production, and promotion, so you can focus on delivering value. Designed for personal and professional development influencers who want their voice amplified, their brand elevated, and their legacy secured in the digital space.

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• Sleeping on Potential: Diddy, Kyren Lacy’s Case Reopened & Tyler Lepley Being the Only Black

  This week’s Mental Man Monday features a timely and powerful conversation between Izzy and Jaleel Wavey, creator and host of the Unconventional AF Podcast. The livestream opens by revisiting last week’s impactful episode with Jonathan Otto, where the conversation focused on men sleeping on their potential. This follow-up episode brings that discussion into real life, as Jaleel shares his personal experience living with a chronic illness and how Jonathan’s message gave him a deeper sense of peace.Together, Izzy and Jaleel explore how men often carry silent battles while still being expected to perform and show up in the world. Although it wasn’t part of the plan, the topic of Diddy naturally came up during the stream. With Diddy now sentenced to 50 months in prison, Jaleel offers insight into the case, the role of power and accountability in public narratives, and how perception can shape justice. The conversation then shifts to the heartbreaking story of Kyren Lacy, the LSU football player who died by suicide after being falsely blamed for an accident.New developments reveal that Kyren was innocent, and Izzy and Jaleel reflect on how quick judgment, isolation, and the absence of support systems can have devastating consequences. Toward the end of the episode, the discussion turns to actor Tyler Lepley, known for his roles in P-Valley, Harlem, and Ruth & Boaz. Tyler recently appeared on the Baby, This Is Keke Palmer podcast, where he shared a childhood experience of being called the N-word by a white friend in second grade. That moment sparks a deeper conversation on racism, identity, and what it means to grow up Black in predominantly white spaces.This Mental Man Monday episode is a raw and unfiltered examination of perseverance, pain, and potential. It blends cultural critique with emotional truth, reminding listeners that healing isn’t about having everything figured out — it’s about showing up for yourself anyway. Tune in to hear a conversation that invites reflection, accountability, and hope.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/p-s-a-the-mental-health-podcast--5520511/support.TrustBuilder Package🎯 Level up your professional development influence with the TrustBuilder Package — a social media strategy designed to position you as a thought leader in your space. From authority-building content to engagement that actually converts, we make sure your message doesn’t just get seen… it gets respected. Perfect for personal brands looking to grow their presence and impact. Legacy Launchpad🚀 Build your podcast — and your influence — from the ground up with the Legacy Launchpad. We handle everything: strategy, branding, production, and promotion, so you can focus on delivering value. Designed for personal and professional development influencers who want their voice amplified, their brand elevated, and their legacy secured in the digital space.

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• Charlie Kirk, Overcoming Lyme Disease & the War on Men’s Potential Feat. Jonathan Otto

  This week on PSA: The Mental Health Podcast, we’re diving deep into potential, purpose, and the fight to stay awake in a world full of numbing. In this raw and revealing conversation, Izzy is joined by investigative journalist, wellness advocate, and documentary filmmaker Jonathan Otto, whose work has reached millions globally. The two discuss everything from healing parasites and trauma to escaping the trap of performance-driven identity — especially for men. Jonathan opens up about being shaped by childhood wounds, the risk of chasing fame over faith, and why true healing can’t be outsourced. Izzy brings the convo full circle by reflecting on why this episode had to happen — especially now. Drawing inspiration from past critiques by names like Charlie Kirk, this episode doesn’t just call men to do better. It calls them to feel, to reflect, and to stop sleeping on their assignment. “You were never lazy,” Izzy says. “You were in survival mode.” And that survival is costing us potential, purpose, and even our peace.Jonathan highlights the importance of red light therapy and how it helps combat disease, boost energy, and promote overall body health. This is especially for men of faith who’ve been taught to just “pray it away.” He talks about the power of holding space with people who can validate your pain while still holding you accountable. The conversation wrestles with the emotional consequences of never confronting your own story and the spiritual danger of not knowing your why. Together, they dig into self-sabotage, spiritual warfare, dietary healing, and why so many men use comfort as a cover-up. From letting go of bitterness to breaking cycles of delay and numbness, this episode is a necessary interruption for anyone who feels stuck, silenced, or sick of themselves.You’ll hear conviction. You’ll feel the tension. But more than anything, you’ll be reminded that your potential isn’t gone — it’s just buried under habits, hurts, and the pressure to be perfect.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/p-s-a-the-mental-health-podcast--5520511/support.TrustBuilder Package🎯 Level up your professional development influence with the TrustBuilder Package — a social media strategy designed to position you as a thought leader in your space. From authority-building content to engagement that actually converts, we make sure your message doesn’t just get seen… it gets respected. Perfect for personal brands looking to grow their presence and impact. Legacy Launchpad🚀 Build your podcast — and your influence — from the ground up with the Legacy Launchpad. We handle everything: strategy, branding, production, and promotion, so you can focus on delivering value. Designed for personal and professional development influencers who want their voice amplified, their brand elevated, and their legacy secured in the digital space.

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• Did Young Thug Just Say You Gotta Be WHITE to Win?! | Trump, Med Beds & Suicide Unpacked

  Izzy returns for a solo edition of Mental Man Monday, and this one pulls no punches. The episode begins by reflecting on last week’s powerful conversation, “Is Ending Your Life Selfish?”, a follow-up to the original 2021 episode that many were too uncomfortable to face. But as Izzy explains, that silence is part of the problem. Men’s mental health is often the most neglected when it’s most needed — and this series refuses to let it stay in the shadows.From there, Izzy dives deep into cultural controversy, starting with Young Thug’s bold new album released while behind bars and dressed in whiteface. The project sparked backlash for including the hard ER in the first track, followed by Young Thug claiming that “to go big, you have to be white.” Izzy breaks down the deeper meaning behind the outrage, what it says about the entertainment industry, and dares to ask the rawest question of all: What would Jesus do in this situation? Then the episode takes a sharp turn into conspiracy culture with Donald Trump reposting — then deleting a video about so-called “med beds” that supposedly heal disease and regrow limbs. What started as a fringe theory suddenly garnered presidential attention, and Izzy unpacks what it reveals about trust, belief, and the blurring of the line between politics, pseudoscience, and desperation in today’s culture.This livestream blends cultural commentary with emotional honesty, serving up a raw and thought-provoking experience for young Black men, men of faith, and anyone navigating the blurred lines between identity, masculinity, mental health, and social pressure.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/p-s-a-the-mental-health-podcast--5520511/support.TrustBuilder Package🎯 Level up your professional development influence with the TrustBuilder Package — a social media strategy designed to position you as a thought leader in your space. From authority-building content to engagement that actually converts, we make sure your message doesn’t just get seen… it gets respected. Perfect for personal brands looking to grow their presence and impact. Legacy Launchpad🚀 Build your podcast — and your influence — from the ground up with the Legacy Launchpad. We handle everything: strategy, branding, production, and promotion, so you can focus on delivering value. Designed for personal and professional development influencers who want their voice amplified, their brand elevated, and their legacy secured in the digital space.

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