Black Like Me
238 episodes - English - Latest episode: 12 days ago - ★★★★★ - 227 ratingsBlack Like Me with Dr. Alex Gee is a podcast that invites you to experience the world through the perspective of one Black man, one conversation, one story, or even one rant at a time.
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S2 Ep. 34: Ask Me Anything - Guests Aaron Hicks and Jerome Dillard Interview Me
November 27, 2018 12:56 - 51 minutes - 96.2 MBThe table gets turned on Dr. Alex Gee as his friends, Aaron Hicks and Jerome Dillard, join him in the studio to ask him whatever they want. Nothing is off limits. The interview covers a range of topics from the hilarious to the insightful. Learn more about Dr. Gee's career and his legacy. And of course there are still Black Ice Breakers. Don't miss it!
S2 Ep. 33: Fades and Blood Pressure Checks: Bringing Medical Services to Black Barbershops with Aaron Perry
November 20, 2018 09:00 - 40 minutes - 76.2 MBDr. Alex Gee talks with Aaron Perry, recently honored by Time Magazine as one of the Top 50 Most Influential People in Health Care of 2018. Aaron shares his own story of health improvement that led him to open a health center in his barbershop. Find out more about Aaron Perry and his work: rebalanced-life.org jphairdesign.com [email protected]
S2 Ep. 32: The Cost of Being A White Ally with Rev. Rob Lee IV: The Great Great Nephew of General Robert E. Lee Wants to Tear Down The Confederate Statues
November 13, 2018 09:00 - 43 minutes - 81.3 MBDr. Alex Gee has a powerful conversation with the great great nephew of General Robert E. Lee about how he has become a White Alley of the African American community. Reverend Rob Lee IV is a public theologian, lecturer, and author that has taken a public stand against systems of oppression and speaks honestly about his family heritage in American history. Find out more about Reverend Rob Lee: revroblee.com Twitter: @roblee4 Books: A Sin by Any Other Name: Reckoning with Racism and...
S2 Ep. 31: When White People Say Racism is Over, Being Tender-Headed, and How Older Generations Have Failed Millenials with My Guests from the Wild Wild World Podcast
November 06, 2018 14:33 - 1 hour - 121 MBOn this fun episode, Dr. Alex Gee gets the Millennial perspective on some recent issues as he talks with fellow podcasters from Chicago, Kellen Reeves and Will Horne. And of course, Dr. Gee gets to ask some White and Black Ice Breakers. Check out The Wild Wild World Podcast for more of Will and Kellen: Website Itunes
A Reflection: Tree of Life Synagogue and Black Solidarity
November 01, 2018 14:46 - 6 minutes - 12.8 MBDr. Alex Gee reflects on the recent tragic event at the Tree of Life Synagogue and offers his solidarity with the Jewish community. Gee recently spoke at a local vigil among the faith community.
S2 Ep. 30: Missing Voices: The Voting Rights of the Formerly Incarcerated
October 30, 2018 11:34 - 46 minutes - 85.9 MBDr. Alex Gee speaks with Aaron Hicks about approaching his first time being able to vote after being incarcerated. Jerome Dillard joins their conversation to shed light on the amount of missing votes because of the voting restrictions on the formerly incarcerated in many states, including Wisconsin. Join them for this balanced perspective on voter rights and voter suppression. Aaron Hicks is the Assistant Director for Reentry Services at Nehemiah. Jerome Dillard is the State Director of EX...
S2 Ep. 29: Sage Wisdom: 12 Things I Learned from My Grandmother
October 23, 2018 08:00 - 35 minutes - 66.6 MBDr. Alex Gee honors his grandmother on what would have been her 99th birthday by sharing her wisdom. His grandmother's twelve points of sage wisdom are gained from generations of lived experience that you do not want to miss. Visit alexgee.com for more info.
Geenealogy Series Preview with Dr. Gee's Cousin John Harkins
October 18, 2018 18:02 - 1 hour - 112 MBGet an early preview of the upcoming [Gee]nealogy Series that explores Dr. Alex Gee's heritage and the journey that he has gone on in the last couple years. You will not want to miss the discoveries Dr. Gee made through his research and the people he meets, including his cousin John Harkins. In this episode they sit down together for a conversation. Don't miss the whole story in the upcoming series.
S2 Ep. 28: Black Millennials on Dear White People, Interracial Relationships, Black Space, and Racial Violence
October 16, 2018 08:00 - 1 hour - 119 MBDr. Alex Gee discusses Season 1 of Netflix's Dear White People through episode 7 with his daughter, Lexi Gee, and niece, Alexandra Gee. They cover various topics the show brings up from interracial relationships, Black vs White spaces, and calling White people on their race relations mistakes. The show does an excellent job of exploring the contemporary African American experience and with a little humor. Visit AlexGee.com for more episodes and info.
S2 Ep. 27: Thinking Out Loud - When a Racist Cop Gets Hired In My City
October 11, 2018 15:41 - 33 minutes - 62.9 MBDr. Alex Gee returns with a rant about making sure our city and community is a safe and trustworthy environment for everyone to live in. Dr. Gee explores why hiring individuals with expressed racist views into positions of trust and power is not acceptable. If we are to make our city a community where everyone thrives we must speak up to make our community better.
Season 2 Preview
August 16, 2018 14:53 - 2 minutes - 4.34 MBThanks for listening to the conversation in Season 1! Dr. Alex Gee previews what is coming up for Season 2 of Black Like Me. You won't want to miss the upcoming Genealogy Series where Dr. Gee will talk about the shocking revelations he discovered in his own family history. Catch up on Dear White People and Atlanta so that you can join the conversation when Dr. Gee returns for Season 2 in September.
Ep. 26: Dear White People, Frickin' A, and Wondering If White People Are Welcome In A Black Church
August 07, 2018 09:00 - 46 minutes - 87.5 MBOn this fun and honest episode, Dr. Alex Gee teases his upcoming full discussion of the Netflix series Dear White People by sharing his thoughts on the first episode. Dr. Gee is joined by some of his podcast crew to get a White perspective on the topic of White people entering Black spaces, such as Black churches. Plus, hear the group struggle to understand the use of the phrase "Frickin' A." You don't hear open discussions on race like this anywhere else.
Ep. 25: "Racism Is A White People Problem:" Short Stack Eatery Owners Share On The Intersection of Community Justice, Business, and Becoming A 'Would-Be' White Ally
July 31, 2018 03:45 - 48 minutes - 89.7 MBDr. Alex Gee talks with the owners of Short Stack Eatery in Madison, WI about how they are committed to using their business to better the community. Alex Lindenmeyer and Sinead McHugh share how they started their restaurant business and sought out the African American history class to grow their vision. Don't miss hearing these two innovative female entrepreneurs speak honestly about the work being done to bridge the gap between White and Black communities. They share practical ideas abou...
Ep. 24: Former NFL Player Rev. Dr. Terrell Fletcher Discusses Life Transitions and Reclaiming Identity
July 23, 2018 20:45 - 50 minutes - 92.7 MBDr. Alex Gee welcomes his friend Terrell Fletcher to reflect on his journey from playing in the NFL to being an inspirational leader in the the community. Terrell speaks to the need to lean into transitional moments in our lives and be willing to redefine our identity. He is now an entrepreneur, inspirational speaker, provocative thinker, and author. Dr. Gee and Terrell discuss family life as a team and finding a team in any aspect of life to encourage greatness. Working together as a fami...
Ep. 23: Indigenous Leadership and the Forgotten Unity of Black and Korean Communities: A Conversation with My Good Friend Peter Ahn
July 16, 2018 22:02 - 47 minutes - 88.1 MBDr. Alex Gee talks with Pastor Peter Ahn about community development locally and internationally. Peter reinforces the need for empowering a multicultural leadership approach in local communities. He has demonstrated raising up local leaders and resourcing them to make change on their own in the Engelwood community of New Jersey. Dr. Gee and Peter discuss the power and beauty of the African American and Korean communities coming together for change. Article that Dr. Gee and Pete Ahn wrote ...
Ep. 22: Black Voters & The Power To Shift An Election with Supervisor Shelia Stubbs
July 10, 2018 12:30 - 55 minutes - 105 MBDr. Alex Gee sits down with County Supervisor Shelia Stubbs to her story of community leadership and how she sees the power of Black voters changing politics. Shelia is currently running for State Assembly in a historic race, with the primary on August 14. Hear how she plans to be the first person of color to be elected to the Wisconsin State Capitol. Shelia will inspire you to be involved in your community and be civically engaged in order to make a difference locally. Dr. Gee and Shelia di...
Ep. 21: Lisa Sharon Harper & The "Little" White Lie That Has Divided Our Country
July 03, 2018 12:30 - 1 hour - 128 MBDr. Alex Gee welcomes Lisa Sharon Harper to the show to talk about her genealogy research and her commitment to speak truth into American history. You don't want to miss Ms. Harper's passionate insight into our current political and religious landscape. A prolific speaker, writer and activist, Ms. Harper is the founder and president of FreedomRoad.us, a consulting group dedicated to shrinking the narrative gap in our nation by convening forums and experiences that bring common understandin...
Ep. 20: Fathering Fatherless Fathers with Guest Aaron Hicks
June 26, 2018 15:20 - 1 hour - 114 MBAaron Hicks returns to the show to ask Dr. Alex Gee questions as a father and mentor to him. The discussion covers the importance of surrogate fathers for the fatherless. Aaron and Dr. Gee model the support and vulnerability needed between men to have a healthy family. The two men share how you turn your mess of a childhood trauma into a message that can be passed on to others. Aaron explores how the prison system and re-entry process limits the ability to maintain family commitments and t...
Ep. 19: The Psychology of Healthy Fatherhood: Special Guests Drs. Chris Bass and Gerry White
June 19, 2018 03:49 - 53 minutes - 98.1 MBDr. Alex Gee continues his discussion of fatherhood by talking with two experts and scholars in family life, Dr. Chris Bass and Dr. Gerry White. Their conversation explores the way the media and society conveys Black identity through generations, the importance of reconciling with father's, and mentoring children. Dr. Bass and Dr. White focus on the health of father's as they raise and set the example for their children. Broken father's will produce broken children if a healthy identity is n...
Ep. 18: My Greatest Father’s Day Gift Ever: A Conversation With My Adult Daughter, Lexi.
June 16, 2018 03:37 - 1 hour - 123 MBDr. Alex Gee sits down for a special Father's Day conversation with his daughter Lexi Gee. They reflect together on stories from growing up and the art of storytelling itself. Hear how the father/child relationship changes over time and as a child grows up to adulthood. Lexi also shares her opinions on media representation of Black women. Also, don't miss the first edition of the "Millennial Black Ice Breaker" segment!
Ep. 17: A Black Father, A White Son, and Unconditional Love: The Scott Jackson Story
June 11, 2018 14:47 - 54 minutes - 102 MBYou don't want to miss Scott Jackson's unbelievable story of growing up through abuse and racism, and the way that his Black Step-Father transformed his view of fatherhood. Dr. Alex Gee discusses with Scott Jackson the role of fathers in the household and how a father can display integrity and compassion. Hear how Scott has carried this sense of charity into his life work to spread goodwill everywhere. Scott Jackson is the President and Chief Executive Officer of Global Impact. Global Impa...
Ep. 16: Celebrating Fatherhood for the Next Generation with Guests Anthony Cooper and Jamal Eubanks
June 05, 2018 02:28 - 57 minutes - 107 MBDr. Alex Gee starts a month long conversation about Fathers and their role in the family. On this episode Dr. Gee speaks with Jamaal Eubanks and Anthony Cooper Sr. about their histories with their own fathers and their relationship with their children. Jamaal is the Founder of Eubanks Solutions LLC (eubankssolutions.com), a mentoring and leadership company that pushes his message of #FuelOrCrutch. He has a book called Determination to Succeed that will be coming out in 2018. Anthony Cooper S...
Ep. 15: The Children's Welfare to Prison Pipeline: An On the Record Conversation with Judge Everett Mitchell
May 28, 2018 13:31 - 56 minutes - 105 MBDr. Alex Gee is joined by Hon. Rev. Everett Mitchell, Dane County Circuit Court Judge and Pastor of Christ the Solid Rock Baptist Church. They candidly discuss the justice system and ways that we can support and raise up everyone in our community. Hon. Rev. Everett Mitchell shares his personal story and how it inspires his passion for social issues, such as poverty, war, incarceration and immigration.
Ep. 14: Real Black History for White Allies: A First Step Towards Racial Unity
May 22, 2018 02:49 - 47 minutes - 88 MBDr. Alex Gee hosts a discussion about the African American History Course started by Justified Anger. His guests are some of the team behind the course, including Harry Hawkins (Executive Vice President of Nehemiah/Justified Anger) and Dr. Karen Reece-Phiffer (Director of Program Research/Evaluation for Nehemiah/Justified Anger). One of the course participants, Chris Wood, also joins the discussion to share how attendees are transformed by the content and experience of the course. Hear how...
Ep. 13: Momma's Boys: The Legacy of Black Mothers
May 15, 2018 13:00 - 54 minutes - 101 MBDr. Alex Gee speaks with other "Momma's Boys" who share about the influence that their mothers have had in their family life. The men talk about the importance of multigenerational households, family meals, and extended family. Get invaluable advice passed on from the experience of strong Black women. Find out more about this episode's special guests: Enis Ragland: Deputy Mayor for Administration in Finance Bishop Harold Rayford Jerome Dillard: State Director of EXPO (EX-Prisoners Or...
Ep. 12: A Tribute To My Mother
May 12, 2018 02:57 - 32 minutes - 60.4 MBOn a special Mother's Day episode, Dr. Alex Gee reflects on the journey of his mother through her story of perseverance, strength, and family. His mother's book of poetry provides insight into the Black experience in America and wise lessons that a mother passes on to her family.
Ep. 11: Whitesplaining
May 08, 2018 02:48 - 1 hour - 153 MBOn this episode Dr. Gee tackles some of the common arguments heard from White people when trying to explain racist commentary. Hear his thoughts on "All Lives Matter" and other popular phrases in American culture. Dr. Gee also shares his own encounters with whitesplaining.
Ep. 10: Can a Black Soul Food Restaurant Really Be Vegan? (Guest Tamearra Dyson, featured chef on Food Network)
May 01, 2018 14:39 - 35 minutes - 66.3 MBDr. Gee talks with owner and chef, Tamearra Dyson, of Souley Vegan in Oakland, CA. She has been cooking her signature vegan dishes since the age of 18 and was recently featured on Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives on the Food Network. Listen as she shares her deep love for food and expertise with Dr. Gee. Tamearra is working on a book that will be a combination of a short cookbook and autobiography. Look for the book by the end of the year. Souley Vegan is franchising and any interested part...
Ep. 9: Starbucks, Donald Trump, and Ventriloquist Dolls: How Trump Is Saying What America Has Always Been Thinking
April 24, 2018 02:59 - 48 minutes - 91.3 MBDr. Gee has a fun and honest conversation about recent issues in America with guests Lilada Gee (Lilada's Livingroom/Black Woman Heal) and Kaleem Caire (Founder/CEO of One City Early Learning Center). Dr Gee discusses Donald Trump as a ventriloquist doll sitting on the lap of America, a mouthpiece for white fragility. They also discuss the Philadelphia Starbucks incident and the concept of White space. Lenny the Lion and Terry Hall Ventriloquist
Ep. 8: The Paradox of Being A Black Police Officer with Officer Corey Saffold
April 17, 2018 03:15 - 50 minutes - 95.2 MBOn this episode Dr. Gee asks Madison Police Officer Corey Saffold the tough questions about the tension between race and law enforcement. Officer Corey Saffold shares his experience as a Black police officer. Their conversation covers racial profiling, police procedure, and police shootings of unarmed Black individuals. Dr. Gee also relates his personal experiences of racial profiling with law enforcement. You can find more from him at www.coreysparadox.com or email him at corey@coreyspara...
Ep. 7: The Austin Bomber: An Austin Community Leader's Response to Racial Profiling with Guest Corey Tabor
April 10, 2018 13:28 - 28 minutes - 52.9 MBDr. Alex Gee has a conversation with Corey Tabor from Austin, Texas about racial profiling and the arrest of the the Austin Bomber. Corey Tabor is Founder and President of the History in the Making Community Development Center (H.I.M. Center), Founder and Lead Pastor of Full Life Community Church, and the Community Outreach Director with Austin LifeCare (ALC). coreytabor.com
Ep. 6: Real Talk With White Allies
April 03, 2018 03:58 - 1 hour - 124 MBDr. Alex Gee shares two new segments where he talks with White people about their experiences with issues around race. In the first segment, Things White People Want to Know, Dr. Gee answers a question from filmmaker and sound engineer Jeremy Holiday about how to address and teach our children about race. For the second segment, Work That White, Dr. Gee has a conversation with Tyler Nylen about how he came to be a white ally and what he is learning through the African American History Course...
Ep. 5: Building Diverse Organizations: A Loaned Executive Project with Patrick Marcus Yates
March 27, 2018 12:00 - 35 minutes - 49.3 MBDr. Alex Gee talks with Patrick Marcus Yates about his career with TDS and as a community leader. Patrick Yates is the Manager of Diversity and Inclusion for TDS Telecom and shares how was an innovator in the Loaned Executive Project initiated by Alex Gee. Patrick Yates tells the story of how he split his time between human resources with TDS and as the Director of Operations for the Justified Anger movement. Together they discuss diversity in the workplace and corporate environment. Justi...
Ep. 4: Remembering Alzheimer's with Guest Fabu Carter
March 20, 2018 02:42 - 47 minutes - 88.2 MBJoin Dr. Gee on a personal journey through his families experience of Alzheimer's. For the first time, Dr. Gee openly shares about his mother's diagnosis of Alzheimer's. To understand more about the disease, Dr. Gee talks with Outreach Specialist with The Alzheimer's Disease and Research Center, Fabu Carter. They discuss the importance of awareness around the disease and especially the research needed among the African American community. Fabu Carter: The Poetry of Alzheimer's Disease Outr...
Ep. 3: Mass Incarceration with Guest Jerome Dillard
March 10, 2018 05:38 - 54 minutes - 101 MBDr. Alex Gee talks to Jerome Dillard, the State Director of EXPO (EX-Prisoners Organizing). Jerome shares his own amazing story of incarceration and re-entry. Hear about the work he does with EXPO to end mass incarceration, eliminate all forms of structural discrimination against formerly incarcerated people, and restore formerly incarcerated people to full participation in the life of our communities. Jerome Dillard has more than 20 years of experience working with formerly-incarcerated p...
Ep. 2: Black Panther Discussion
March 10, 2018 05:01 - 33 minutes - 61.7 MBDr. Alex Gee shares his guest appearance on the film podcast, ExtraTextual, to discuss the film Black panther. Filmmakers Eli Steenlage and Jeremy Holiday interview Dr. Gee about his perspective on the latest Marvel superhero film that is making waves in Hollywood for its focus on people of color behind and in front of the camera.
Ep 1: Man Up: Re-Entry with Guest Aaron Hicks
March 10, 2018 04:46 - 33 minutes - 62.5 MBDr. Alex Gee talks with Aaron Hicks, Nehemiah Assistant Director for Reentry Services, about his powerful story of incarceration and re-entry into society. Aaron shares his first hand experience of coming through the mass incarceration system in Wisconsin. Dr. Gee and Aaron discuss the impact of the Man Up program and the tremendous work Aaron does to encourage men of color in the re-entry process.
Welcome to Black Like Me with Dr. Alex Gee
March 07, 2018 22:55 - 2 minutes - 4.89 MBListen as Dr. Alex Gee shares a preview of his new podcast "Black Like Me" with Dr. Alex Gee. In this preview, Dr. Gee explains why he is starting this new podcast, the plethora of topics that he wants to talk about, and why this is a CAN'T MISS podcast as each listener will experience the perspective of one black man--one conversation, one story, and even one rant at a time. Subscribe today!