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Quarter-Life Crisis

7 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 5 years ago - ★★★★★ - 19 ratings

A bold podcast dedicated to blackness, mental health, and identity hosted by four quarter-aged adults.

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Episodes

The Endarkening

March 14, 2019 01:00 - 1 hour - 39.6 MB

This episode, we're discussing HBCUs, Greek Life, Black Organizations & Culture within college campuses, being black while attending a PWI, and much more! We have special two special guests in the studio Jay Todd, a master's student at The University of Central Missouri who helps spearhead the multicultural department, and Caleb Stephens, a Licensed Master Social Worker who specializes in identity and trauma. They'll be helping us navigate these topics. 

Not All Men!

February 27, 2019 06:00 - 1 hour - 31.8 MB

This week's episode is about dismantling the #NotAllMen movement. Didn't even know that was a thing? Then this show is definitely for you. Just because a specific issue doesn't pertain to you, individually, doesn't mean that the problem is any less severe! Let's work together and-- Oh... Oh no, Steve Harvey... Not again...

Season 1 Bonus Content: I Get So Lonely

February 17, 2019 06:00 - 14 minutes - 6.82 MB

You can't let just anybody hold you. This is a bonus discussion from Episode Four that we wanted to release separately. Enjoy! 

Now, Tell Me That Ain't Insecure

February 12, 2019 06:00 - 1 hour - 37.6 MB

Anxiety, depression, and insecurities wrapped all into one episode; what could possibly go wrong? From childhood trauma, to bullying, crooked smiles, trust issues, Winter Dick Syndrome-- you'll just have to listen... we're covering it all in this episode!

[Everybody] Get Ya Role On

January 31, 2019 06:00 - 1 hour - 33.5 MB

This week, we're discussing chivalry, traditional gender roles, & masculinity/femininity as it relates to identity. Also, why is being a tomboy okay but being a sissy isn't? Let's talk about it.

The Penis is the Protagonist

January 12, 2019 06:00 - 1 hour - 42.6 MB

This week we discuss sexual assault, respecting someone's sexuality, sexual awakening, and more. Come for the sex talk, stay for the vulnerability, humor, and fresh perspectives as we navigate through "Surviving R. Kelly" and the audacious opinions of Christian Keyes. Also, what's the pettiest thing you've ever experience while in a relationship?

Do As I Say, Not As I Do

January 01, 2019 18:00 - 1 hour - 41.2 MB

Corporate potlucks, mending broken relationships, & black family matters are just a few of the topics covered in this week's episode. We are focused on Black Etiquette: beliefs, traditions, and behaviors exclusive to black households and families.