In this episode, Kat sits down with T. Charles Brantley, also known as Dr. B, relationship trainer, counselor, author, and speaker, for a powerful conversation about childhood sexual abuse in men and boys and the lifelong impact it can have on identity, relationships, emotional health, and self-worth. Together they unpack the silence and shame many men carry for decades, the emotional and psychological trauma that often goes unseen, and the ways unresolved pain can show up through addiction, emotional shutdown, anger, hypersexuality, withdrawal, and other trauma responses.

This conversation also explores the cultural stigma surrounding male victimization, the difference in society’s response when the abuser is male versus female, and why many boys grow up without the language, support, or safety needed to process what happened to them. Dr. B shares insights from his years of counseling and relationship work, offering perspective on healing, emotional honesty, and the importance of creating safer spaces for men and boys to speak without shame or judgment. Kat and Dr. B also discuss what parents, families, and communities need to understand in order to better recognize signs of trauma, protect children, and break generational cycles through awareness, compassion, and accountability.

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Dr. T. Charles Brantley, also known as Dr. B, is a relationship trainer, counselor, author of over 30 books, and clean comedian who blends truth, humor, and real-life experience to help people build stronger relationships. Known for his direct, no-nonsense approach, he has reached millions through social media and has been featured as a relationship expert on Hot 93.7 FM and Connecticut Style. Through his coaching, speaking, and content, Dr. B challenges individuals and couples to heal, communicate better, and reconnect on a deeper level.Comedy / Tickets / Brand Hub: https://drbcomedy.comhttps://drtcbrantley.com

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In this episode, Kat sits down with Larry DeMarco, executive manager of the International Council for Men and Boys, to explore the realities of male inequality in today’s society. Together they examine several of the 12 points of inequality identified by the ICMB, unpacking key issues such as parental alienation, father absence, and the negative portrayal of men in media while exploring how these patterns shape both individual lives and broader culture. Larry shares which generation he believes is being most affected by these issues and why the long-term consequences deserve greater attention. The conversation also explores what both men and women can do to better support one another and move toward greater understanding rather than division. Kat and Larry close on a hopeful note, reflecting on why they both remain optimistic about the future and the growing momentum behind advocacy for men and boys.

About the Guest and links:

Lawrence DeMarco is the Executive Manager of the International Council of Men and Boys, an NGO that raises awareness and proposes solutions for 12 items of male inequality. Its core accomplishments include:

1. Developed the New York Statement on Men and Boys to provide a concise statement of the disparities affecting men and boys.

2. Sponsored Men's Equality Month and International Men's Day on November 19.

3. Published regular press releases on the 12 areas of male disparity.

Larry is also the founder of The Law Center, a YouTube center with free online and low cost resources for self-represented litigants. He is one of the few lawyers with an advanced law degree in trial advocacy and has been a top litigator in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania for the past 33 years.

His passion is to reduce the trauma for families who are undergoing the pain of separation in family court, especially innocent children. He uses technology to help modest means litigants to level the playing field in the court room. His signature program, the Family Court Custody Bootcamp is a revolutionary program that gives custody litigants a crash course in legal education that enables modest means litigants to get affordable, quality representation

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Website: https://www.menandboys.net

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MenAndBoysNET

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MenandBoysNet

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@4menandboys

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/international-council-for-men-and-boys/

Substack: https://substack.com/@icmb

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In this episode, Kat sits down with Dwayne Morton, former international basketball player, podcaster, author, and creator of SHOWUP2WIN, to explore a life shaped by extraordinary challenge and deep transformation. Dwayne shares his experience surviving an 18-year misdiagnosed blood cancer and navigating a traumatic moment as a bystander of a police shooting, and how he chose to take responsibility for his life despite circumstances outside of his control.

Together they explore how sport built the foundation for discipline, resilience, and mental strength, and how those principles carried him through some of life’s most difficult seasons. The conversation centers on presence, gratitude, and the power of mindset in reshaping how we move through adversity. Dwayne also reflects on the impact of Rubin Carter, whose story reinforced his belief that no matter what happens externally, you do not have to be a prisoner in your own mind. This episode is a grounded reflection on what it means to rise by choosing presence in every moment.

About the Guest and Contact Info:

Dwayne is a former international basketball player but his biggest accomplishments happened away from the court. He is a published author, inspirational speaker, podcast host, resilience integrity coach, and mental performance expert to elite athletes and business leaders.Dwayne Morton is dedicated to inspiring resilience, igniting purpose, and empowering others to rise above life’s setbacks by showing up fully—mentally, emotionally, and intentionally—to win and overcome in every arena of life. He learned through his challenging experiences dealing with an 18-year misdiagnosed blood cancer and a bystander of a police shooting. Both challenges were not based on his decision but he took the responsibility and overcame.

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