In this foundational episode from the Men’s Emotional Wellness Symposium, Jeremy—host of the Let’s Talk Bruh podcast—helps us unpack the emotional weight of Black masculinity. This conversation isn’t about blaming or fixing—it’s about making space for Black men to feel, to connect, and to grow.

Whether you’ve just started your emotional wellness journey or you’re seeking tools to reconnect with yourself, this episode offers clear language and practical insight on the real-life impact of masculinity, race, and emotional survival.

Key Takeaways

• What Is Black Masculinity, Really?
  A breakdown of how racial identity and masculinity intersect and shape emotional behavior.

• Burnout & Emotional Exhaustion
  Why Black men are often carrying more than they realize—and how to recognize when it’s time to pause and reset.

• The Need for Intimacy Among Men
  How connection—not just sex or status—fuels our emotional well-being.

• Community as a Healing Tool
  Why emotional growth doesn’t happen alone and how Black men can build supportive relationships.

• Wholeness Is a Journey
  No checklist. No final destination. Just consistent self-awareness and presence.