When Men Show Up featuring TC Carson

When Men Show Up featuring TC Carson

From ReLiving Single by Hartbeat

October 22, 2025 · 45 min

About this episode

T.C. Carson joins the hosts to discuss themes of masculinity and support for Black women in the context of Living Single.

This week on ReLiving Single, we’re joined by the incomparable T.C. Carson—aka the original stockbroker with swag, Kyle Barker. Together, they rewind Living Single Season 1, Episode 23, “Five Card Stud,” where Kyle defends Regine in a high stakes poker game. The three unpack what it means for Black men to show up and speak up for Black women, the complexity of Kyle’s choices, and how the male friendships on the show offered a refreshing take on healthy masculinity. Plus, we get into today’s so-called “manosphere,” why self-awareness is sexy, and how real love requires real growth. Got a burning question for Erika or Kim about Living Single? True Blue Fans, send it our way at relivingsinglepodcast@hartbeat.com. Your note just might make it into the show. Follow us on Instagram and YouTube to stay in the mix. Stream Living Single on Hulu, or purchase episodes on Apple TV+, Amazon Prime Video and/or Fandango. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

People in this episode

Hosts: Erika, Kim

Guest: T.C. Carson

Topics covered

  • Black masculinity
  • supporting Black women
  • male friendships
  • self-awareness
  • personal growth
  • Living Single

Keywords

  • T.C. Carson
  • Living Single
  • Black men
  • healthy masculinity
  • self-awareness
  • manosphere
  • personal growth

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Hulu, Apple TV+, Amazon Prime Video, Fandango

Books & works: Living Single, Five Card Stud

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