Drake’s BBL, Jim Jones Privilege, & the Rejection Letter That Broke the Internet

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P.S.A the Mental Health Podcast

Izzy Baker

341 episodes

2 days ago

Are you a young millennial man standing at the crossroads of life, feeling like the outlier in your circle when making smart, healthy choices? Look no further because P.S.A the Mental Health Podcast has got you covered!

Hosted by Izzy Baker, Prodigy Sportive Attestations is an interview-based podcast that delivers a raw, masculine take on mental health specifically tailored to young men like you—those who defy the grain yet find themselves isolated in their pursuit of well-being.

This podcast is a journey into the heart of decision-making for young men striving to thrive in the complexities of modern society. We dissect topics that resonate with your life: building authentic relationships, navigating societal pressures with wisdom, achieving financial stability, career development, emotional intelligence, physical health, lifestyle management, cultural competency, and fostering personal growth through faith.

Whether you want to enhance your leadership skills, improve your fitness regime, or foster better connections, we've got you covered. Alongside, we'll explore the emotional landscape of manhood—tackling topics like stress management, the impact of social media, and the importance of creative expression.

Each episode blends unfiltered discussions, sound research, and engaging storytelling, spiced with the comedy style of satire. We're here to equip you with the tools to break through decision fatigue and chart a course through life's challenges with resilience and foresight. This podcast captures intellectual and humorous conversations that challenge your thoughts, beliefs, and actions.

So, join us on this journey of self-discovery and personal growth. But remember, this podcast is for educational and entertainment purposes only and is not a replacement for seeking professional help.

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Drake’s BBL, Jim Jones Privilege, & the Rejection Letter That Broke the Internet

P.S.A the Mental Health Podcast

47 minutes

2 months ago

Drake’s BBL, Jim Jones Privilege, & the Rejection Letter That Broke the Internet

Labor Day might’ve pushed us to Tuesday, but the energy didn’t miss a beat. In this week's episode of PSA: The Mental Health Podcast, Izzy Baker teams up with JR, host of Real Sht Let’s Talk, to go deep on rejection, masculinity, and the invisible rules that Black men are forced to play by — even when we do everything “right.” From viral barbershop clips to viral job rejection letters, this episode exposes the emotional cost of showing up with credentials and still being seen as not enough.

The convo opens with Drake’s viral BBL joke — and what might’ve seemed like a funny one-liner turns into a raw dialogue on male body image, deflection, and the way men, especially Black men, are trained to laugh off what hurts. Izzy and JR challenge the idea that men don’t struggle with appearance and ask what it means when jokes start masking deep insecurities.

Then it gets even deeper — we unpack the clip of Jim Jones, Fabolous, Maino, and Dave East sitting around debating Black privilege, struggle, and the unspoken hierarchy of pain. JR delivers a fiery perspective: when you're Black in America, even your “privilege” is questioned, and the pressure to prove your authenticity becomes a mental weight too many brothers silently carry.

Whether it's job applications, fake motivational quotes from parents, or “just wear a suit” advice, this episode pulls back the curtain on the gaslighting Black men face while trying to level up. This episode is for the man who’s tired of chasing validation from jobs, platforms, or people who don’t see his worth. For the one who’s constantly told he’s not “struggling enough” to be relatable. For the brother who’s been hiding pain under a personality.

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/p-s-a-the-mental-health-podcast--5520511/support.

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