Most of us have been in love at some point in time in our lives, but did we really know what love was at that time. Also, did we appreciate it? Well maybe some of us have to experience HURT in order to appreciate LOVE. Yea, I know it sounds crazy, but yet so real...I speak from experience.So listen in with Bazz, Ricardi and Shawn as they talk through how to appreciate love when experience is the best teacher. Another great show! Men Speaking Out...Talking to reveal, not conceal...

Well once again the fellas and I fellowshipped for the 2024 SuperBowl Weekend (as we do every year). This is a time when come together and work on our "Men Self Care".  We've done a few podcast from this location in the past and now we kick this Super Bowl Weekend with the subject "The Value of Friendship". I decided to create this topic to share with the listeners some of the history with me and the guys. I've know some of these gentelmen for over 35+ years and friendships like that don't...

This is a special edition of Men Speaking Out...why? Because we have seven people on this podcast in two different segments. In the first segment we discuss "Is it Easier to Blame than Claim" that includes our guests (SpringTime, Mr. D and Rick). Our second half of this podcast talks about "Second Chances" which inclues (Mat, BJ and Brad), and of course I (Bazz) am on both segments.  These are a great group of guys and listen in as they give their perspectives on both topics as we connect...

Listen while we discuss the conversation of "What Am I Becoming".  What exactly does that mean. Well...in life we deal with hills and valleys. Everyone experiences challenges, but how do we come out of them? Also, what do we learn while going through to get through.  I am joined with my brother (DBazz) and my nephew (Nasan) as we - the Shabazz men discuss how we can be better for our family, friends and loved ones while being in the valley. Another great podcast. Men Speaking Out...Talking...

The great Vince Lombardi - one of the most inspirational american football coaches to ever live coined the phrase "Practice Makes Permanent Not Perfect".  As I was researching the history of that phrase, I decided to share my thoughts around it and how it has an impact in our daily lives. I am joined with the Twins Brothers Network (Shawn and Ricardi) on this podcast (Episode 72) and we discuss the meaning behind this phrase and dealing with the committment it brings. This is a great...

Happy New Year! We kickoff 2024 with the podcast title "What Does Worse Look Like?" When we get married the common vow is "For richer or poorer, in sickness and health and for better or worse". Most of us run out on worse. So what does it really look like? Well first of all it's very subjective and we talk about it on this podcast with my two of my dear friends and guests (Mika and BJ). Also in this podcast Bazz reveals his current relationship situation for the first time on the MSO...

Well we cap off 2023 with our 70th episode and it is a milestone for Men Speakiing Out! Joined by Drake, JaVon, Ricardi and Shawn - we discuss "Are We Sprinters". Meaning, do we run away from our challenges or should we take them head on and be ready for the road blocks, failures or even negative effects from them. Nevertheless, we have to keep trying and new stop - because if we do stop, that's a failure in itself.  Another dope show! Listen in. Bazz Men Speaking Out...Talking to reveal,...

This is a very special podcast - we recorded this onsite at "The Shopp" a local barbershop in Indianapolis, IN located at 6206 LasPas Trail. One of the best barbershops in Indy. I go there myself!  Nevertheless,  I am joined by The Twin Brothers Network Podcast - (Shawn and Ricardi), Amir and Jaylen (two 15 year olds with tons of wisdom), DeAndre and Aaron (both dropping nuggets).  This is a very good podcast that talks about how we as black families aren't the same anymore and how some of...

I am joined with more of my Information Technology Senior Management Forum (ITSMF) Management Academy Colleagues - Emmanuel Farrugia, James LeGrand and Delano Robinson. We had a great discussion on... How you find your inner greatness.Finding value in yourself and what does that really mean?Which is more important Time vs Money.And much more.This was another great podcast - check it out also on YouTube. Men Speaking Out...Talking to reveal, not conceal! menspeakingout.com

How many times have we acted on impulse instead of letting thoughts "simmer" so we could use reasoning, patience, or logic. What has that type of behavior cost us in the long run? Join us as we discuss this type of behavior that we "ALL" are guilty of. Join my guests and ITSMF Power54 Leadership Academy Family (Carla Forte, Ethan Bingham and Jared Palmer) any myself (Bazz) as we discuss how letting thoughts simmer always taste better for the human spirit. By the way you can learn more about...

What does the word "enough" mean to you? For some of us, its the end or completion of something (i.e., You've done enough.) But is it really? Do you have enough? Does "enough" change as you get older? Is the life you live "enough" for you?  Also consider some of the following: Are you good enough?Do you weigh enough?Are you strong enough?Are you loved enough?Are you smart enough?Are you compassionate enough?Are you just plain and simple enough?Are you satisfied with yourself enough as who...

We all deal with conflict in some manner. Whether its conflict within our relationships, family, friends and even loved ones. The question is how should we deal with conflict and how do we get joy out of it? Well, on this episode I am joined by two young positive brothers, Rekardi and Sean D from the Twin Brothers Network podcast.  We discuss some of the challenges involving conflict and listen in as they share some of their experiences and solutions. I guess an old man like myself can...

It's 2023 and SuperBowl Sunday. So just like in previous years the fellas and I got together to on SuperBowl Weekend to fellowship and hang out. In addition, we recorded another podcast. This one is about being "man enough".  The interesting thing here is we as men ask ourselves this question all the time. Are we really man enough to handle life around us, most importantly are we man enough to handle ourselves. Listen in as my guest (JD, Eric, Cory and BJ) and myself (Bazz) just share...

Every ask yourself "Why did I get married?" well I am sure we all have asked ourselves that question in our "marriage journey". It is a valid question and sometimes we need a reminder to understand the importance of a union. Its not about a piece of paper, its about love, respect, committment, friendship, compromise and especially understanding. Nevertheless, listen in on this topic of "What's The Value of Marriage" with my special guest and fellow podcaster "Angel" from Too Real, Too...

Bazz (the host) takes some time out to speak to his audience on the past direction of MSO and apologizes for some of the subject matter shared. He also mentions that was NEVER the intent of the podcast and to look forward to more heartfelt topics in 2023.  Men Speaking Out...Talking to reveal, not conceal! menspeakingout.com

What does childhood trauma look like in adults? Childhood trauma in adults can impact experiences and relationships with others due to experienced feelings of shame, and guilt. Childhood trauma also results in feeling disconnected, and being unable to relate to others. In this episode we continue the discussion on Childhood Trauma and Today's Impact. I am joined by my guests (E-Dub, JD, Tracy, and Parris). Each one of my guests share a traumatic experience while at the same time we recorded...

Childhood trauma has been strongly linked to depression, substance use disorder, anxiety, eating disorders, and other mental health disorders that are present in adulthood. We carry these traumas all our lives and they get never addressed. Tune in as we (Ashraf Obaji and myself - Bazz) discuss at a high-level how many of adults today are stil dealing childhood trauma and don't even know it. This has impacted our relationships with our families, our friends and even our loved ones. Also we...

I am joined with one of my daughters (Brittany Payne) to discuss some of the challenges and experiences that she has had over the years. She talks about her life, our family and even sleeping in her car and being homeless at somepoint.  She also shares how she overcame these adverse items and now she is on the road to success. This is a excellent podcast and its only the beginning. I have many more daughters to  interviews in the future. If you noticed this is only Part one!  Threre is no...

Ask yourself these three questions? 1. What is the inherent value that women have that men don’t? 2. What makes a man valuable to a woman? 3. What makes a woman valuable to a man? Well Join Bazz and Ash on this podcast as they discuss their different views and give some enlightment on what some men think and how it impacts today's relationships. Men Speaking Out...Talking to reveal, not conceal! menspeakingout.com

Believe it or not, there is a cost associated with being in a relationship. Not a financial cost, but a submission cost. What sort of price does it take to be submissive to your mate?  We all have one, what's yours? Listen in... Men Speaking Out...Talking to reveal, not conceal! menspeakingout.com

Sometimes we find ourselves giving so much to everyone else (i.e our family, friends, and loved ones), but we have to ask ourselves the question..."Who's there for me?" Do we really have the kind of relationships with people that we can count on when the going gets rough? Or do we have individuals in our lives that speak a good game, but their back is turned when you need them to assist you? Who is the one making sure I am ok? Think about it! Join MSO as we (Tory, BJ, Melissa and myself -...

Listen in on Part 2 of the Afforable Housing Crisis podcast. On this show we talk about the challenges we face when selling our homes with: Depersonalizing your home - removing photos, cultural items, etc. to make the sale. Why do we have to do that and does that leave an impact to the seller having to change up?Low appraisal for people of color compared to the majority.Owning your home vs Renting? Which one makes sense?And an assortment of additional topics.So listen in as we (Bazz, and my...

Is there a housing crisis? Is the major part of this issue is the supply is rapidly shrinking? Are real estate agents experiencing the market to be “unhealthy and very challenging”?Home Prices Increases - Since the price of homes have increased – are most homebuyers struggling to obtain financing? Interest Rate increases - What’s considered a good rate? Financing / applications - How challenging can financing be in this market today? Gentrification - Gentrification has the power to displace...

Just recently (May 7th 2022)  we lost YouTube personality "Kevin Samuels".  He was 57 years old. He was unique in his own right, because he was an advocate for the black family and was very blunt on giving lifestyle advice to women.  Now of course some of his subject matter appeared to be controversial to some of his viewers but nevertheless he spoke the truth.  In this podcast we (DBazz, Matt and myself - Bazz) share some of his thoughts around relationships and the impact it made to the...