Mane Up Memphis Podcast serves up practical therapeutic insights, financial-empowerment tips, and inspiring Memphis stories—straight from the nonprofit that says “wrap-around support or bust.” Hosted by LMSW & CFSW Joey Laswell. New episodes every Tuesday.
Ep 12: Shedding Myths And Building Better Brotherhoods (pt 1)
Send us a message at info@maneupmemphis.org Strong doesn’t have to mean silent, stoic, or endlessly self-sacrificing. We sat down at 111 Madison and pulled apart the myths that keep men stuck—why isolation masquerades as strength, how performance swallows identity, and where leadership really comes from. The heartbeat of our conversation is community: the kind that challenges you, carries the right weight, and helps you rotate—on purpose—between being a student, a peer, and a mentor. We trac...
6 Oct 2025
Episode 11: Meaning, Mission, and the Many Colors of Manhood
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Send us a message at info@maneupmemphis.org Masculinity in the digital age has become a complex landscape to navigate, especially for those seeking authentic representations of what it means to be a good man. In this thought-provoking conversation, Joey and Emmanuel bring their perspectives as social workers and men to examine how online spaces shape our understanding of modern manhood. The hosts introduce a fascinating concept: the "digital social worker" – professionals who could help medi...
30 Aug 2025
Episode 9: Is Anybody Listening? Raw Talent Meets Genuine Vulnerability
Send us a message at info@maneupmemphis.org Meet Isabella&Sebastian, the Memphis-based musical duo whose authentic sound and emotional storytelling are capturing hearts from Tennessee to Brazil to Japan. Their journey began with a single song released "into the void" of streaming platforms—no promotion, not even an Instagram account—yet within weeks, "Helium" had gathered thousands of streams and now sits at over a million. What makes this pair extraordinary isn't just their music, but t...
14 Aug 2025
Episode 8 - Money, Mental Health, and Moving Forward: The Mood Dudes Return
Send us a message at info@maneupmemphis.org What happens when strength becomes a burden? In this candid reunion episode, the Mood Dudes challenge the notion that "being strong" is always beneficial, particularly for men navigating mental health challenges in today's world. From back injuries to housing transitions, we share personal updates that spark deeper conversations about financial literacy and well-being. We explore the often-misunderstood relationship between renting and buying homes...
25 Jul 2025
Episode 7: Your Money Story Doesn't Have to Be Your Money Future
Send us a message at info@maneupmemphis.org Warren Albright's financial journey began with a piece of wisdom from his father that changed everything: "Stop buying vehicles and buy something that's going to make you money." Taking this advice to heart, Warren purchased his first rental property at just 18 years old—setting in motion a lifelong commitment to financial literacy and wealth building. During our conversation, Warren shares how his unique background—military service that taught him...
8 Jul 2025
Episode 6: The Mood Dudes Unpack Healthy Masculinity in the Modern Era
Send us a message at info@maneupmemphis.org What does healthy masculinity actually look like in today's world? The Mood Dudes tackle this provocative question head-on in a candid, thought-provoking conversation that challenges traditional notions of what it means to be a man. Join clinical therapists Immanuel, James, and Joey as they break down the artificial barriers between "masculine" and "feminine" tasks, revealing how many gendered expectations are simply life skills everyone should mas...
2 Jul 2025
Episode 5 - Cultivating Community: The Heart of Mane Up Memphis
Send us a message at info@maneupmemphis.org When passion meets purpose, communities transform. In our latest episode, we sit down with Jasmine West-Hunter, the dynamic Volunteer and Event Coordinator for Mane Up Memphis, to explore how this innovative nonprofit is reshaping Memphis through mental health services and financial literacy training for youth ages 11-25. Jasmine shares her fascinating journey from agricultural business student to community builder, revealing how she was drawn to M...
25 Jun 2025
Episode 4 - The Mood Dudes Inside Mane Up Memphis
Send us a message at info@maneupmemphis.org The Mood Dudes are hosted by Immanuel, James, Joey, three Mane Up Memphis™ clinicians bringing you behavioral health knowledge through the lens of your favorite superhero hood. Get ready for action-packed adventures served with a side of humor, pop culture references, and a dash of edge. Subscribe now, or you’ll miss your mental wellness power-up! #ManeUpMemphis
20 Jun 2025
Episode 3 - Rebuilding Memphis from the Inside Out: Mane Up Memphis
Send us a message at info@maneupmemphis.org What happens when someone falls through the cracks of our systems? When traditional pathways fail, where do people turn? Racheal Chantel faced these questions head-on and decided to build a solution from the ground up. In this powerful conversation, Racheal shares her remarkable journey from commercial construction management to founding Mane Up Memphis, a revolutionary approach to mental health support. After returning to Memphis and experiencing ...
19 Jun 2025
Episode 2: Men's Mental Health: Breaking the Silence
Send us a message at info@maneupmemphis.org The numbers hit like a sledgehammer: 30% of men will face depression, yet most of us were taught to "shake it off" by age six. In this powerful episode, licensed therapist and Certified Financial Social Worker, Joey reveals why men's mental health demands our urgent attention this June. Joey dives into the devastating disconnect between mental health statistics and society's expectations of masculinity. When we're conditioned to bench press feeling...
6 Jun 2025
Episode 1: Introducing the Mane Up Memphis Podcast
Send us a message at info@maneupmemphis.org Mane Up Memphis Podcast serves up practical therapy insights, financial-empowerment tips, and inspiring local stories—straight from the nonprofit that says “wrap-around support or bust.” Hosted by LMSW & CFSW Joseph Laswell. New episodes every Tuesday. #ManeUpMemphis
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