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Mentalk Ubuntu Podcast

By MenTalk Ubuntu

We are young, gifted and black with aspirations leaning towards promoting positive perceptions of black men and mental health. Whatever your background, listening to our lessons, conversations and guests will help you learn how to lead a fuller life. Join us on the journey to understanding how to strengthen our communities, relationships and minds.
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Nathan Yusuf Career Coach, Investment Bank and Content Creator

Mentalk Ubuntu PodcastDec 30, 2022

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Nathan Yusuf Career Coach, Investment Bank and Content Creator

Nathan Yusuf Career Coach, Investment Bank and Content Creator

Our guest in this episode is an inspiration, a content creator, and an investment banker. A very impressive young man leading by a very strong example we can all follow who is dedicated to improving himself and others. Committing to years of study to become an investment banker; researching and sharing real advice for successful job applications and interviews; Proactively building his network, platforms and future

Dec 30, 202201:16:07
Episode 47 NESSA AND RUMBI: Women Creativity and Collaboration

Episode 47 NESSA AND RUMBI: Women Creativity and Collaboration

This episode's guests are two of the inventive minds and podcast hosts of Brunch and Bantu Knots, who present all subjects in an entertaining way. In a serious and entertaining manner, expertly addressing the black community, other cultures, relationships, everyday problems, and other topics is sure to keep you educated, amused, and paying attention. As if that weren't enough, they also bring in esteemed visitors who will push your assumptions and perhaps even motivate you to make changes. We are pleased to introduce (NESSA AND RUMBI), who are fantastic, fierce, fertile, and hilarious ladies

Nov 15, 202238:24
Episode 46 Duke Lott: Race, relationships and recovery

Episode 46 Duke Lott: Race, relationships and recovery

This episode's guest is a wonderful example of a man! a motivating author, public speaker, coach, and father; a trained crisis prevention educator with a focus on crisis intervention and adaptability. Former radio board operator, author of 101 steps to a healthy interracial relationship, and many others who makes it his mission to learn about and comprehend other people, cultures, and ideas. Duke Lott

Oct 31, 202201:13:07
Episode 45 Samantha Lubanzu: Understanding Diversity and Inclusion

Episode 45 Samantha Lubanzu: Understanding Diversity and Inclusion

Our final guest for season 2 is a former high flying Global HR Business partner with 20 years experience who is currently soaring to new heights as a career and business coach for ambitious women of colour and allies. Supporting the acceleration of their careers and businesses to 6 figures and beyond. One of the hardest working people I know,  .... young, gifted and black!

Mar 24, 202201:04:38
Episode 44 Herbie Mack Part_2: Maintaining Mental Health

Episode 44 Herbie Mack Part_2: Maintaining Mental Health

Herbie Mack, host of the Just Believe podcast is our guest this episode, a loving father and husband, a suicide prevention speaker, a multi-time suicide survivor, and much more. Herbie is an open book of a story we can all relate to, like a book, he is a fountain of knowledge when it comes to mental health and overcoming our cognitive, emotional and environmental challenges. We discuss overcoming addiction, surviving suicide, expressing emotion, and normalising discussions on mental health and what’s really going on in our lives.

Mar 07, 202237:37
Episode 41 Demi: Competency for physiotherapy

Episode 41 Demi: Competency for physiotherapy

Enjoy this episode with our guest Demi, a Panafrican Candian mental health advocate. Listen and learn as she takes us on an amazing journey from growing up in Nigeria to becoming a qualified psychotherapist and councillor. Let her take you on a discovery journey and advise you. Demi breaks down what psychotherapy is and the importance it plays in your identity.

Mar 05, 202252:22
Episode 43 Herbie Mack Part_1: Maintaining Mental Health

Episode 43 Herbie Mack Part_1: Maintaining Mental Health

Herbie Mack, host of the Just Believe podcast is our guest this episode, a loving father and husband, a suicide prevention speaker, a multi-time suicide survivor, and much more. Herbie is an open book of a story we can all relate to, like a book, he is a fountain of knowledge when it comes to mental health and overcoming our cognitive, emotional and environmental challenges. We discuss overcoming addiction, surviving suicide, expressing emotion, and normalising discussions on mental health and what’s really going on in our lives.

Feb 28, 202236:18
Episode 40 Dr Yvon Guest Part_2: Resilience and trauma

Episode 40 Dr Yvon Guest Part_2: Resilience and trauma

Enjoy part 2 of this episode with our guest Dr Yvon Guest, a psycho-dynamic counsellor with a PhD in trauma and resilience. She has created an intersectional practice that supports clients, particularly with key issues around problematic identities. Yvon spent her first 18 years in the care system and remains rebellious at every given opportunity. When she isn't working she winds down in nature, loves cooking, is just getting into making chocolate, hanging out with her family and playing computer games. Listen and learn more about the definition of resilience and trauma to help you thrive and not survive!

Nov 26, 202146:19
Episode 39 Dr Yvon Guest Part_1: Resilience and trauma

Episode 39 Dr Yvon Guest Part_1: Resilience and trauma

Enjoy part 1 of this episode with our guest Dr Yvon Guest, a psycho-dynamic counsellor with a PhD in trauma and resilience. She has created an intersectional practice that supports clients, particularly with key issues around problematic identities. Yvon spent her first 18 years in the care system and remains rebellious at every given opportunity. When she isn't working she winds down in nature, loves cooking, is just getting into making chocolate, hanging out with her family and playing computer games. Listen and learn about her experience of growing up in 1960s Britain being of mixed heritage, when this was not deemed socially acceptable. Discover what advice Yvon would share with three versions of her younger self and why. All this and much more during this fun, frank and fearless conversation. 

Nov 22, 202154:40
Episode 38 Secure The Bag 529 Part_2: Being Third Generation Culture Kids

Episode 38 Secure The Bag 529 Part_2: Being Third Generation Culture Kids

Our guests this episode are Lugano and Reuben, the two financial enthusiasts behind Secure The Bag 529. Secure The Bag 529 are dedicated to inspiring the young, old and in between towards greater financial literacy, confidence, entrepreneurial action and life affirmation. Sharing information based on their experiences; those of the rich array of guests they interview, and what is happening in business and the economy. They do deliver Financial Literacy Workshops to organisations and groups so connect with and contact them to learn more.

Nov 19, 202143:59
Episode 37 Secure The Bag 529 Part_1: Being Third Generation Culture Kids

Episode 37 Secure The Bag 529 Part_1: Being Third Generation Culture Kids

Our guests this episode are Lugano and Reuben, the two financial enthusiasts behind Secure The Bag 529. Secure The Bag 529 are dedicated to inspiring the young, old and in between towards greater financial literacy, confidence, entrepreneurial action and life affirmation. Sharing information based on their experiences; those of the rich array of guests they interview, and what is happening in business and the economy. They do deliver Financial Literacy Workshops to organisations and groups so connect with and contact them to learn more.

Nov 15, 202147:16
Episode 36 Cottrell Part_2: Mental health on an island

Episode 36 Cottrell Part_2: Mental health on an island

Part 2 of this consciousness raising conversation with our guest from the Cayman Islands, We discuss who cares for the mental health care providers, the importance of having people to talk to, and having the confidence to live authentically.

Oct 22, 202139:49
Episode 35 Cottrell Part_1: Mental health on an island

Episode 35 Cottrell Part_1: Mental health on an island

Our guest this episode was born bred and currently resides on a small caribbean island, the Cayman Islands. He recently completed a masters in Psychotherapy and our brother from another Island is fanataical about football, conscious rap, and advocating about mental health to men and the masses

Oct 18, 202148:43
Episode 34 Pullie Part_2: Abuse, marriage, parenting & mental health
Oct 15, 202141:47
Episode 33 Pullie Part_1: Abuse, marriage, parenting & mental health

Episode 33 Pullie Part_1: Abuse, marriage, parenting & mental health

Part 1 of #MentalkUbuntuPodcast with the founder of #EmpoeringHeroes Pullie. An organisation which works with survivors of domestic abuse to heal, educate and empower them to live their best life.  #Relationships #Selfworth

#Marriage #Savivor #Domesticabuse #Womentalk #MentalkUbuntu  #Mother

Oct 12, 202122:36
Episode 32 Fungai Mutsiwa Part_2: Paving the way

Episode 32 Fungai Mutsiwa Part_2: Paving the way

Our guest this episode is Fungai who joins us from the land down under! A fellow mental health activist who hosts Black for 30, a channel to discuss social and cultural matters particularly pertaining to black people. Tackling ongoing issues, uncover misconceptions and promote greater self-awareness through facilitating powerful discussions is hard work and he makes it look easy. Sharing inspirational voices and research from the past and present to encourage taking ownership of our future. Another beautiful black man with a bright future who moved to Sydney 11 years ago.

Oct 08, 202157:47
Episode 31 Fungai Mutsiwa Part_1: Paving the way

Episode 31 Fungai Mutsiwa Part_1: Paving the way

Our guest this episode is Fungai who joins us from the land down under! A fellow mental health activist who hosts Black for 30, a channel to discuss social and cultural matters particularly pertaining to black people. Tackling ongoing issues, uncover misconceptions and promote greater self-awareness through facilitating powerful discussions is hard work and he makes it look easy. Sharing inspirational voices and research from the past and present to encourage taking ownership of our future. Another beautiful black man with a bright future who moved to Sydney 11 years ago.

Oct 04, 202148:60
Episode 30 Winston Cunningham Part_2: Integrative and humanistic counselling

Episode 30 Winston Cunningham Part_2: Integrative and humanistic counselling

Friday Night Take Away Therapy OUT NOW!

Part 2🚨New episode alert🚨Part 2 of #MentalkUbuntuPodcast with #Councillor #Mentor @Winston is out NOW! Listen & learn how to share #integrative and #humanistic #counselling #blackhistorymonth works for you #MentalHealthAwareness #TalkToUs

Oct 01, 202136:22
Episode 29 Winston Cunningham Part_1: Integrative and humanistic counselling

Episode 29 Winston Cunningham Part_1: Integrative and humanistic counselling

Our guest in this episode is Winston  Cunningham a veteran who has served 27 years in the armed forces. His lived experience has enabled him to overcome many obstacles and support and to serve others.   Winston is a master of empowering people to grow, develop and cultivate in their life. Whilst being an amazing advocate in supporting people work through some very difficult issues.  Winston is a qualified BA (Hons) Counsellor, he has also attained his diploma in clinical counselling and Certificate in Mentoring. He has also been part of many groups including Being well together, CAHN and Mates in mind.

Sep 27, 202136:34
Episode 28 Carol Maynard Part_2: Relationship patterns

Episode 28 Carol Maynard Part_2: Relationship patterns

Our guest this episode is Carol Maynard a South Manchester based psychotherapist who works with individuals, couples and is a fan of nature. We met randomly through mutual friends and unwittingly connected over our common interests, passions and advocacy. She explores psychosomatic elements with her clients, teaching how to share emotions healthily and helping understand what is happening in their relationships and lives. Personal therapy especially changed her life in 2015 and she works to continue supporting others with the same opportunity when they are brave enough to make change.

Sep 10, 202152:50
Episode 27 Carol Maynard Part_1: Relationship patterns

Episode 27 Carol Maynard Part_1: Relationship patterns

Our guest this episode is Carol Maynard a South Manchester based psychotherapist who works with individuals, couples and is a fan of nature. We met randomly through mutual friends and unwittingly connected over our common interests, passions and advocacy. She explores psychosomatic elements with her clients, teaching how to share emotions healthily and helping understand what is happening in their relationships and lives. Personal therapy especially changed her life in 2015 and she works to continue supporting others with the same opportunity when they are brave enough to make change.

Sep 06, 202154:33
Episode 26 Dr Xavier Part_2: Caring and connecting

Episode 26 Dr Xavier Part_2: Caring and connecting

Part 2 with our first international collaboration is finally out! Our guest this episode is Dr Xavier Mulenga is a Psychiatrist with subspecialty training in Addictions and works primarily in Sydney (Australia). He aims to provide comprehensive assessments, education and treatment to patients with mental health and addiction issues. Xavier is a mental health advocate in the African Australian community. He was born and raised in Lusaka (Zambia) and immigrated to Australia in 2004 where he later undertook medical training at the University of Wollongong (2008). After becoming a doctor, Xavier found his calling in Psychiatry which suited his curious nature and love of open conversations. His hobbies include reading psychological thrillers, dancing to Amapiano and explaining science fiction to anyone who will listen.

Sep 03, 202101:20:58
Episode 25 Dr Xavier Part_1: Caring and connecting

Episode 25 Dr Xavier Part_1: Caring and connecting

Part 1 with our first international collaboration is here! Our guest this episode is Dr Xavier Mulenga is a Psychiatrist with subspecialty training in Addictions and works primarily in Sydney (Australia). He aims to provide comprehensive assessments, education and treatment to patients with mental health and addiction issues. Xavier is a mental health advocate in the African Australian community. He was born and raised in Lusaka (Zambia) and immigrated to Australia in 2004 where he later undertook medical training at the University of Wollongong (2008). After becoming a doctor, Xavier found his calling in Psychiatry which suited his curious nature and love of open conversations. His hobbies include reading psychological thrillers, dancing to Amapiano and explaining science fiction to anyone who will listen.

Aug 30, 202101:43:32
Episode 24 Chax Part_2: Being my brother's keeper

Episode 24 Chax Part_2: Being my brother's keeper

Enjoy part 2 of this episode on Being your brother's keeper with our brother, Chax. A recruitment manager with one of the most brilliant business minds we know. He read law at University college London and has been working on authoring a certain book. We cannot wait for his message to reach the world. His message is one of hope, belief and faith, in ourselves and in a higher power.

Aug 27, 202146:47
Episode 23 Chax Part_1: Being my brother's keeper

Episode 23 Chax Part_1: Being my brother's keeper

Our guest this episode is Chax, a recruitment manager with one of the most brilliant business minds we know. He read law at University college London and has been working on authoring a certain book. We cannot wait for his message to reach the world. His message is one of hope, belief and faith, in ourselves and in a higher power.

Aug 23, 202147:02
Episode 22 Rumbi Part_2: Adding value

Episode 22 Rumbi Part_2: Adding value

Our guest this episode is an inspirational leader and lady who wears many hats marvellously and has the midas touch. A mother, wife, solicitor, entrepreneur, mentor, public speaker and friend. Courageously and consistently stretching her comfort zone.

Aug 20, 202146:12
Episode 21 Rumbi Part_1: Adding value

Episode 21 Rumbi Part_1: Adding value

Our guest this episode is an inspirational leader and lady who wears many hats marvellously and has the midas touch. A mother, wife, solicitor, entrepreneur, mentor, public speaker and friend. Courageously and consistently stretching her comfort zone.

Aug 16, 202145:00
Episode 20 Steve Jaffa Brown Part_2: Lifting the veil

Episode 20 Steve Jaffa Brown Part_2: Lifting the veil

Our guest this episode is Steve Jaffa Brown. A poetic pilgrim on the journey to enlightenment with fascinating insights into the human condition. A hidden treasure of Manchester who lives, loves and thinks deeply. A yet unpublished author but watch this space. He has walked a mile in many different shoes and we are ecstatic to share this conversation.

Aug 13, 202101:05:24
Episode 19 Steve Jaffa Brown Part_1: Lifting the veil

Episode 19 Steve Jaffa Brown Part_1: Lifting the veil

Our guest this episode is Steve Jaffa Brown. A poetic pilgrim on the journey to enlightenment with fascinating insights into the human condition. A hidden treasure of Manchester who lives, loves and thinks deeply. A yet unpublished author but watch this space. He has walked a mile in many different shoes and we are ecstatic to share this conversation.

Aug 09, 202101:05:57
Episode 18 Different Roots Radio Part 2: Collaborative Episode

Episode 18 Different Roots Radio Part 2: Collaborative Episode

We are back with a huge Bang! In Part 2 of this incredible episode we join the distinguished gentlemen from #DifferentRootsRadio. They provide valuable behind the scenes insights about the entrepreneurial journey of risk takers from around the world. Privileged to introduce and share their roots with you!

#DifferentRootsRadio

#UbuntuWarriors

#MentalkUbuntu

#Mentalhealthawareness

Aug 06, 202132:40
Episode 17 Different Roots Radio Part 1: Collaborative Episode

Episode 17 Different Roots Radio Part 1: Collaborative Episode

We are back with a huge Bang! In Part 1 of this incredible episode we join the distinguished gentlemen from #DifferentRootsRadio. They provide valuable behind the scenes insights about the entrepreneurial journey of risk takers from around the world. Privileged to introduce and share their roots with you!

#DifferentRootsRadio

#UbuntuWarriors

#MentalkUbuntu

#Mentalhealthawareness

Aug 02, 202154:47
Episode 16 with Rae and Shy: End of Season 1 Thank you!
May 07, 202126:14
Episode 15 with Nuradin: We can speak for ourselves Part 2
May 03, 202101:16:30
Episode 14 with Nuradin: We can speak for ourselves Part 1
Apr 30, 202101:04:57
Episode 13 with Tony Thompson: Owning your story

Episode 13 with Tony Thompson: Owning your story

Our guest in this episode is Tony Thompson, an amazing honourable courageous black gentleman of society. A father, husband and man of God who continues to wear many professional hats from being a professional teacher; horticulturist; national bus operator; fictional children’s book author; and many more.

He has an amazing story to share with us. When wee say amazing, we mean this man’s story is truly inspirational to all. Encouraging us all to talk and share our feelings and emotions. He is living proof that the distance between you and everything you are yet to become is in the amount of action you take in finding yourself.

Apr 23, 202101:38:58
Episode 12 with Denzel OB: Mental health advocacy
Apr 16, 202101:24:32
Episode 11 with Claude Barbé-Brown: Believe and achieve
Apr 09, 202101:41:34
Episode 10 with Daniel Yartey: Vulnerability Part 2

Episode 10 with Daniel Yartey: Vulnerability Part 2

This is part two of our conversation with Daniel Yartey, a professional therapist who remains a strong supporter and positive influence on Mentalk Ubuntu journey. A man who structures his life around giving back, helping others and truly has a wealth of wisdom and knowledge to share. A safeguarder of the vulnerable, supporter of those in helping professions, and a passion for helping all human beings.

For Daniel’s e-mail comment or send us a direct message.

#mentalk

#mentalkubuntu

#mentalkubuntupodcast

#mentalhealth

#mentalhealthawareness

#mentalhealthsupport

Apr 02, 202101:15:10
Episode 9 with Daniel Yartey: Vulnerability Part 1

Episode 9 with Daniel Yartey: Vulnerability Part 1

Our guest on this two-part episode is Daniel Yartey, a professional therapist who remains a strong supporter and positive influence on Mentalk Ubuntu journey. A man who structures his life around giving back, helping others and truly has a wealth of wisdom and knowledge to share. A safeguarder of the vulnerable, supporter of those in helping professions, and a passion for helping all human beings.

For Daniel’s e-mail comment or send us a direct message.

#mentalk

#mentalkubuntu

#mentalkubuntupodcast

#mentalhealth

#mentalhealthawareness

#mentalhealthsupport

Mar 26, 202101:13:47
Episode 8 with Julian Chapman: Mind body and spirit
Mar 19, 202101:27:27
Episode 7 with Tony Saxby: Self-discovery
Mar 12, 202101:38:12
Episode 6 with Roger Mejias: Committing to your vision

Episode 6 with Roger Mejias: Committing to your vision

Our guest this episode is Roger Mejias, originally from the tropical terrain of Trinidad and Tobago, he is an avid adventurer, intrepid entrepreneur and aficionado of the beauty this world offers. A man with an evolving vision for life,  which he chooses to live on his terms.

Connect and contact: Instagram @mejiasroger1

#mentalk

#mentalkubuntu

#mentalkubuntupodcast

#mentalhealth

#mentalhealthawareness

#mentalhealthsupport

Mar 05, 202101:41:48
Episode 5 with Mr OJ: Black men in business
Feb 26, 202101:11:40
Episode 4 with Yusuf Alimi: Opportunities and everyday traps
Feb 19, 202149:11
Episode 3 with Ahmed Ali: Being a good community member
Feb 12, 202101:11:43
Episode 2 with Arn Terry: Mindset and mental health
Feb 12, 202101:19:11
Episode 1 with Chris, Rae & Shy: We are Mentalk Ubuntu
Feb 12, 202127:20
Meet your hosts: Introducing the Mentalk Ubuntu Podcast
Feb 06, 202101:59