About this episode

Dr. Brian L. Turner discusses the challenges and pressures faced by Black men today.

In this powerful episode of The Network with Michael Prejean , clinical psychologist and Xavier University Department Chair Dr. Brian L. Turner unpacks the pressures, narratives, and spiritual/mental battles facing Black men today. 📲 Follow Dr. Turner on IG: @nojagr504 We explore: • Why Black men “wear masks” to survive • How misinformation & narratives shape our community • Why adults struggle with conflict resolution • The crisis of confidence in our youth • Healthy mirrors, identity development & emotional truth • The Funky Four: Spiritual • Mental • Physical • Financial pillars This episode is a blueprint for healing, empowerment, and community transformation. TIMESTAMPS : 00:00 Intro – The Network Mission + Dr. Turner’s Bio 01:38 Flowers – Pouring Into the Next Generation 04:30 Legacy, Time & Family 07:29 Narratives About Black Fathers 12:30 Why Adults Fear Confrontation 17:00 Liability, Fear & Mentorship Disappearing 23:13 The Remedy: Education & Critical Thinking 26:00 Identity Pressures for Black Men in College 33:06 Why Black Men Wear Masks 38:48 Confrontation, Sit-Down Culture & Emotional Intelligence 44:04 Why Kids Need Debate & Argument…

People in this episode

Host: Michael Prejean

Guest: Dr. Brian L. Turner

Topics covered

• identity crisis
• Black men
• mental health
• community transformation
• conflict resolution
• empowerment

Keywords

• Black men
• identity
• mental health
• empowerment
• conflict resolution
• community
• narratives

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Xavier University

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