We'd love to hear from you We trace Victor Ingram’s path from a tough Las Vegas childhood to the Marine Corps, a recall to war, and a second career as a mental health therapist serving veterans and civilians. We confront stigma, faith without action, and how coaching-style therapy helps men build real strength. We cover topics such as: • Origins in a single‑parent home and early mentors • Boot camp shock, identity, and belonging • 9/11 recall, combat tours, and PTSD recovery • Launching a soc...
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We'd love to hear from you We trace Victor Ingram’s path from a tough Las Vegas childhood to the Marine Corps, a recall to war, and a second career as a mental health therapist serving veterans and civilians. We confront stigma, faith without action, and how coaching-style therapy helps men build real strength. We cover topics such as: • Origins in a single‑parent home and early mentors • Boot camp shock, identity, and belonging • 9/11 recall, combat tours, and PTSD recovery • Launching a soc...
We'd love to hear from you We trace Victor Ingram’s path from a tough Las Vegas childhood to the Marine Corps, a recall to war, and a second career as a mental health therapist serving veterans and civilians. We confront stigma, faith without action, and how coaching-style therapy helps men build real strength. We cover topics such as: • Origins in a single‑parent home and early mentors • Boot camp shock, identity, and belonging • 9/11 recall, combat tours, and PTSD recovery • Launching a soc...
We'd love to hear from you BACPAC is addressing the alarming prostate cancer disparities affecting Black men through innovative patient-centered research that transforms how cancer care is delivered. Black men are 2-2.4 times more likely to die from prostate cancer and 60-70% more likely to be diagnosed with aggressive forms, making this community-driven approach essential for creating effective solutions. • BACPAC stands for Black and African Descent Collaborative for Prostate Cancer Action...
We'd love to hear from you Dr. Richard Ferguson, Chief Medical Officer at Health Choice of Utah and founder of Black Physicians of Utah, shares his journey from military surgeon to health equity champion and discusses strategies for improving healthcare outcomes for Black men. • Board-certified in family practice with experience in emergency medicine and military service • Founded Black Physicians of Utah to increase representation and provide support for Black physicians • Military service ...
We'd love to hear from you Urologic Oncologist, Dr. Yaw Nyame, joins us to discuss the critical yet often overlooked aspects of men's urologic health. We explore how modern detection methods can identify problems before symptoms appear, potentially saving lives through early intervention. • Urologic health involves the entire urinary system plus male sexual organs • Prostate cancer affects 1 in 8 men overall, but 1 in 6 Black men • Black men are 60% more likely to get prostate cancer and twi...
We'd love to hear from you Dr. Avi Baskin joins us to discuss President Biden's aggressive prostate cancer diagnosis and what it means for men's health screening practices. We explore how prostate cancer can grow silently for years before symptoms appear and why screening recommendations matter. • Screening vs. diagnostic testing for prostate cancer explained • How the President's diagnosis aligns with typical presentation patterns among older men • Current screening guidelines and debates a...
We'd love to hear from you Two men share their stories about prostate cancer, offering raw testimonies that could save lives. Philip Atkins and Stephen Harris share their deeply personal journeys from diagnosis through treatment – each following different paths but united by courage and determination. Philip discovered his prostate cancer in 2023 during a routine kidney transplant follow-up. When his PSA registered at 11.8, doctors confirmed Stage 3+4 Gleason 7 cancer. Due to his transplant,...
We'd love to hear from you Dr. Jeff Tosoian reveals a groundbreaking advancement in prostate cancer detection that could save thousands of lives, especially among Black men who face double the risk of both diagnosis and death from this disease. The newly available My Prostate Score 2.0 (MPS2.0) test represents years of meticulous research aimed at solving one of medicine's most persistent challenges: accurately identifying dangerous prostate cancers while reducing unnecessary procedures. Gro...
We'd love to hear from you In our latest episode, my two brothers and I share our heart-wrenching and yet inspiring journeys through prostate cancer. From early diagnosis to treatment pathways, our discussions delve into the emotional and mental health implications of navigating this battle. You’ll hear firsthand the importance of regular check-ups and community support in managing prostate health, especially for Black men who are at a higher risk. We've come together not just as siblings bu...
We'd love to hear from you The discussion focuses on understanding and improving Black men's health through a community-driven approach to wellness. We explored health challenges specific to Black men alongside the importance of holistic living. Dr. John Vassell provided insights into the medical landscape while fostering awareness of the social determinants affecting health. • Need for community support in navigating health • Focus on holistic health rather than just ailments • ...
We'd love to hear from you The journey toward health empowerment is deeply personal, filled with challenges, triumphs, and necessary conversations. Through sharing stories of cancer survival, chronic health issues, and the essential support of community, this episode dives into understanding health disparities in Black communities and the tools available for taking control of our health. • Personal stories of health challenges and survival • The significance of family health hist...
We'd love to hear from you We trace Victor Ingram’s path from a tough Las Vegas childhood to the Marine Corps, a recall to war, and a second career as a mental health therapist serving veterans and civilians. We confront stigma, faith without action, and how coaching-style therapy helps men build real strength. We cover topics such as: • Origins in a single‑parent home and early mentors • Boot camp shock, identity, and belonging • 9/11 recall, combat tours, and PTSD recovery • Launching a soc...
