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The Black Fathers' Pulse Podcast

The Black Fathers' Pulse Podcast

By: Dr. Alvin Thomas
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The myth of the "Absent Black Father" harms American culture and the mental health of Black men and their families. The Black Fathers' Pulse Podcast, hosted by Dr. Alvin Thomas, a clinical psychologist, associate professor, and Director of the TRYLab at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, aims to dismantle this myth. Through engaging conversations with Black authors, artists, and academics, the show explores issues affecting Black fathers, both past and present, and celebrates and strengthens Black Fatherhood. Tune in for insightful, fun, and impactful discussions!2024 Science Social Sciences
Episodes
  • Rise Above: From Teen Dad to Community Beacon
    Jun 29 2026

    🎙️ New Episode Alert!

    He became a father at just 15 — and turned that early test into a lifelong mission. In this powerful conversation, Dr. Alvin Thomas sits down with Dr. Clinton Boyd Jr., Executive Director of Fathers, Families & Healthy Communities and researcher at Chapin Hall, to talk about the weight and the wonder of teen fatherhood, the myths surrounding Black dads, and how he turned his story into a movement reshaping family work across Chicago.

    From couch-surfing fathers to City Hall policy rooms — this is a story about redemption, resilience, and rewriting the narrative on Black fatherhood. 🔥

    🎧 Tune in now.

    🔗 Learn more about Dr. Boyd's work:

    • Fathers, Families & Healthy Communities: www.ffhc.org
    • Chapin Hall research profile: chapinhall.org/person/clinton-boyd-jr
    • Essence op-ed, "Want Stronger Black Families? Invest in Black Fathers": essence.com/op-ed/op-ed-invest-in-black-fatherhood

    #BlackFatherhoodMatters #FromTeenDadToTrailblazer #RewriteTheNarrative #VoicesFromTheSecondCity

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    45 mins
  • Gullah Gullah Island to Now: Ron Daise on Cultural Legacy
    May 11 2026

    Rediscover childhood memories with #RonDaise on @BlackFathersPulse! 🎉 Join the conversation on how #GullahGullahIsland connects to today's challenges in #BlackHistory education and fatherhood. 🌟 #GullahGeechee #PodcastEpisode 📚

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    54 mins
  • Part 2 - Henry Mason Jr. on Legacy & Empathy: Navigating Black Fatherhood
    Apr 27 2026

    Empathy meets empowerment on The Black Father's Pulse podcast! Join Dr. Alvin Thomas and guest Henry Mason Jr. as they navigate the intersection of fatherhood, culture, and healthcare. Learn, laugh, and reflect. 🎧✨ Listen in as Henry Mason shares profound insights on what it means to thrive as a Black father. It's not just about overcoming hurdles, it's about setting a legacy. Ever wondered about the impact of empathy in Black healthcare? Catch the latest from The Black Father's Pulse podcast. #BlackVoices #LegacyBuilding #BlackHealthcare #Fatherhood #BlackExcellence #Empathy #PodcastTalks #CulturalUnderstanding

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    35 mins
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