In this amazing 18th installment of Not Your Common Conversation Podcast" featuring Chris Downing and Omar Henderson, we invite special guest Latif Rashid long time friend of Omar and mental health/behavioral health specialist. Mental health and wellness has been a theme lately and we take it to the next level on this one. We start by discussing the uptick in reckless crime, especially among the youth, the trauma causing these events and how the “body keeps score” meaning what you go through accumulates stress and may cause you to succumb to negative stimuli. From there we talk about the lack of direction, education and development especially when it comes to mental health issues to and how we think they may remedy that and be better equipped for the future. And how “not having home training” these days leads to far worse outcomes than the days of old. A jam packed and insightful episode coming your way, thanks to our lucky listeners! odcast hosted by Chris Downing & Omar Henderson, where we talk about everything inside and outside of our heads. Visuals of the NYCC Podcast now available to watch: https://www.youtube.com/@NYCCPod

Welcome back to the “Not Your Common Conversation Podcast" featuring Chris Downing and Omar Henderson, on this week’s installment we start off by dedicating and remembering the life and legacy of Media Afrofuturist, veteran television, radio and film writer, director and producer, also a good friend of Chris, Anthony “Tony” Regusters, who recently transitioned at the age of 76, prayers and condolences to his family and loved ones. This turns into a conversation about health and wellness among black men and how it is pivotal to get a handle on it best you can, as you progress thru this very unique time in history. Chris and Omar bring high energy and deliver an amazing heartfelt podcast for our lucky listeners. Enjoy! Not Your Common Conversation is a Bi-Weekly podcast hosted by Chris Downing & Omar Henderson, where we talk about everything inside and outside of our heads. Visuals of the NYCC Podcast now available to watch: https://www.youtube.com/@NYCCPod

In the 16th episode of the "Not Your Common Conversation Podcast" featuring Chris Downing and Omar Henderson, Chris kicks things off with a recap of a huge event he lead on production in our nation’s capital this past weekend. Omar then mentions his new creative endeavor, a band he started by the name of “Phantom Phunk,” this becomes the catalyst for a great episode of topics. We touch of empathy and the lack thereof amongst the youth. Humanity is also a theme in today’s conversation, and managing time in an effective, efficient, manor. As well as a treat conversation on karma. Good times as always on deck for you lucky listeners, enjoy! Not Your Common Conversation is a Bi-Weekly podcast hosted by Chris Downing & Omar Henderson, where we talk about everything inside and outside of our heads. Visuals of the NYCC Podcast now available to watch: https://www.youtube.com/@NYCCPod