Raw and Refined: The Gentlemen’s Hour

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By: Card, Holloway and Kelley

Raw and Refined: The Gentlemen's Hour - Three Brothers; lifelong friends discuss contemporary issues of concern to middle-aged Black men in America. Greg, John and Richard bring their unique perspectives to the issues of the day.

More Than Blood Sugar: Black Men, Diabetes, and Mental Health
Today at 2:38 AM

In this episode, John and Rich talked about diabetes and mental health. John is a doctor, they are both diabetics, and they shared their perspectives on living with the condition, as well as John’s perspective on treating diabetics as well. Everything is focused on the impact the condition can have on mental health. This episode is brought to you by www.holvertravel.com


Beyond the Draft Part 2
05/25/2025

Part 2 of 2. This is the continuation of the conversation with Gen Z. Also brought to you by www.holvertravel.com


Beyond The Draft Part 2
05/20/2025

The Brothers continue the conversation with Miles and Jonathan. This part 2 of 2 is also brought to you by www.holvertravel.com.


Beyond the Draft: Generational Reflections on Media, Race and Opportunity
05/20/2025

The three Brothers are joined by Jonathan and Miles - John and Greg’s sons and Rich’s nephews. They engage in a 2-part conversation that starts with the Shedur Sanders draft fiasco, but goes far beyond that, with Jon and Miles bringing the younger generation’s perspective to this and other issues around race, the media and opportunity. This part 1 of 2 is brought to you by www.holvertravel.com.


Mother's Day Special
05/11/2025

The Three Brothers send a special shout out to their mothers and all the mothers in their lives on this Mother’s Day 2025! This special episode is brought to you by Holver Travel! Send your Mom on a cruise or take her on that dream vacation. Book now at www.holvertravel.com!!!!


Imposter Syndrome: Calling Out the Inner Critic
05/01/2025

The three Brothers discuss imposter syndrome. They delve into the different types of imposter syndrome, and they reflect personally on their own lives and how imposter syndrome may have impacted them. They look at how common the syndrome is in our society, and they discuss tools and strategies to overcome imposter syndrome. This episode is brought to you by Holver Travel. www.holvertravel.com


Travel & Leisure: An Antidote to Life’s Challenges
04/11/2025

The three talk about the power of culture & heritage travel, group travel, finding community and connection in the diaspora, wellness and relaxation, and experiential travel. This episode is sponsored by Holver Travel (www.holvertravel.com)


Brotherhood: A Friendship Since 1982
03/13/2025

Greg, John and Rich talk about their friendship of almost 43 years, dating back to their freshman year in high school, and the journey over decades through the ups and downs of life. Get a little more backstory on your hosts!


John Henryism: the High Cost of Perseverance
02/26/2025

The three Brothers discuss the legend of John Henry, and the concept of John Henryism, the idea that Black men especially, fall prey to the idea that we must work much harder than our white counterparts to get ahead in life, and that work ethic is literally killing us.


The Music Episode
02/13/2025

Greg, John and Rich talk about the music that shaped their lives. They discussed early musical influences, defining musical moments in their lives, as well as the genres and artists that define them today.


Dealing with the Stress of Life
01/28/2025

John and Richard discussed stress, triggers, coping strategies, lessons learned and stress management techniques. The focus is on middle-aged, black man and managing and mitigating the stress that we encountered just living life.