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SPADE: The Podcast

SPADE: The Podcast

by Paul Anthony Henderson Jr

Season 6

Monday Vibe Check: The Comparison Trap

It’s easy to look at someone else’s life and wonder, “Why am I not there yet?” In this episode of Monday Vibe Check, we’re talking about the comparison trap—the pressure that comes from measuring our progress, success, appearance, relationships, or timeline against someone else’s. We’ll unpack how comparison can quietly affect our confidence and mental health, especially in a world where social media gives us constant access to everyone else’s highlight reel. This week is about shifting the focus back to your journey. You don’t have to compete with someone else’s timeline. You don’t have to diminish your progress because someone else appears to be further ahead. This week’s vibe: Your journey. Your pace. Your progress. Before you carry everyone else’s burdens… check in with yourself. Your mind deserves your attention, too.

Monday Vibe Check: When Money Weighs on Your Mind

Money isn't just about numbers—it affects our emotions, our relationships, our sleep, and our sense of security. In this episode of Monday Vibe Check, we're having an honest conversation about the mental and emotional weight of financial stress. Whether you're living paycheck to paycheck, feeling overwhelmed by bills, or simply trying to keep your head above water, you're not alone. We'll explore how financial pressure can impact our mental health, why asking for help isn't a sign of failure, and how taking small, intentional steps can help us regain a sense of control—even when our circumstances haven't changed yet. This week's vibe: Grace over guilt. Progress over perfection. One step at a time. Remember, before you take care of everyone else... check in with yourself. Your mind deserves your attention, too.

Monday Vibe Check: When We Don't Have All the Answers

Some stories leave us searching for answers that may never come. In this episode of Monday Vibe Check, we reflect on the uncertainty that follows tragedy and the emotional weight of not knowing "why." Using recent events as a starting point, we explore how grief, compassion, and unanswered questions can affect our mental health. If you've ever struggled to make sense of something painful or found yourself carrying the weight of uncertainty, this conversation is for you. Together, we'll reflect on what it means to care for our hearts when life doesn't make sense—and why it's okay to admit that we don't have all the answers. This week's vibe: Compassion, grace, and finding peace in uncertainty. Remember, before you take care of everyone else... check in with yourself. Your mind deserves your attention, too.

Monday Vibe Check: Connection

Monday Vibe Check is a brand-new weekly series from SPADE The Podcast designed to help you slow down, reflect, and prioritize your mental health before the week begins. In Episode 1, we explore how family, connection, and shared moments can shape our emotional well-being. Whether your recent time with loved ones left you feeling encouraged, challenged, or somewhere in between, this episode invites you to pause, reflect, and check in with yourself. Because before you take on the week, your mind deserves your attention. New episodes every Monday.

Inside The Mind Of A Man: Between Me And My Father- The Directors Cut

This episode explores the pressure and pain of growing up with rigid expectations of manhood—absent fathers, toxic masculinity, buried emotions, and the struggle to feel enough. Through raw personal testimonies, the guests share how faith, therapy, community, and intentional vulnerability helped them move from anger and isolation to healing, forgiveness, and purpose.

Black History Isn't Trending: It's Bleeding Part One

Yoo what's up everyone, I’m back! Hello 2026 and Happy Black History Month! I’m pumped to share the mic with two friends and first time guest, Sale’h and Chelly, for a special episode that goes beyond facts into urgent action. Today we’re breaking down some heavy topics: a racist meme targeting the Obamas, the unequal responses we see to racialized imagery, and the recent deadly shootings by federal immigration agents in Minneapolis that have shaken communities and sparked national outrage. We’ll talk about how these events reflect systemic neglect of Black grief — and we’ll walk through real, practical steps our communities can take for change. Hold on fam, this one’s controversial!

More Than Pink: What Awareness Really Means

In this episode Anthony explores October’s layers of awareness and focuses on breast cancer beyond the pink ribbon, covering emotional impact, mental health, and why awareness must be meaningful. Practical takeaways: get screened, know your family history, support access and research, check your pets, and hold to the mantra “faith over fear” while seeking help and community support.

Trauma Doesn’t Define You

Send us a text Healing from trauma requires understanding its profound impact on both mind and body. Licensed mental health clinician Alyssa reveals how trauma goes far beyond the conventional definition of near-death experiences or severe abuse. "Trauma can be anything that impedes your progress, anything that prevents you from functioning in the best possible way," she explains, helping listeners recognize how past experiences might be affecting their present lives. Alyssa shares her personal journey through trauma healing after experiencing domestic violence and sexual abuse, navigating from substance use and depression to finding a comprehensive healing path that addressed mental, spiritual, and physiological aspects of her trauma. What makes this episode particularly valuable is the exploration of various healing modalities. From evidence-based approaches like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, EMDR, and somatic work to alternative practices including sound healing, light therapy, and plant medicine, listeners gain insight into the multi-faceted nature of trauma recovery. Alyssa emphasizes that complete healing is possible with commitment and appropriate support: "You can change that, it's possible. If you do the work, you will be able to change how you feel and how you experience life." Support the show Check out my website, and remember to subscribe/follow my social media to get notifications for new content being released weekly! Thank you again for your support. website: www.spadementalhealth.com TikTok: @spadementalhealth If you are seeking help, call the SAMHSA’s National Helpline:1-800-662-HELP (4357), or The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration: 1-800-487-4889. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 988

The Unseen Struggles Behind Seizures

Send us a text What’s up, everybody? I’m bringing you an unreleased episode straight from the vault—recorded a few months back while I was under the weather, so bear with me on the coughing. Epilepsy is more than just seizures—it’s a rollercoaster of challenges, uncertainty, and constant adjustments. In this personal episode, I, Anthony, open up and take you inside my world, sharing an honest and unfiltered look at what it’s really like living with this complex and often misunderstood condition. From the warning signs that signal a seizure’s coming to the ways I manage the tough side effects of necessary medications, this is me. Support the show Check out my website, and remember to subscribe/follow my social media to get notifications for new content being released weekly! Thank you again for your support. website: www.spadementalhealth.com TikTok: @spadementalhealth If you are seeking help, call the SAMHSA’s National Helpline:1-800-662-HELP (4357), or The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration: 1-800-487-4889. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 988

The Touch That Heals: Discovering Reflexology’s Hidden Power Finale

Send us a text In the moving conclusion of our two-part series, Dr. Njidika Olatunde returns to dive even deeper into the transformative world of reflexology and holistic healing. This final episode is a powerful culmination of wisdom, science, and soul, as we continue exploring how the body’s natural rhythms and the art of touch can unlock true wellness—far beyond conventional medicine. This episode isn’t just a conversation—it’s a call to action. A reminder that healing is not only possible, but it can be accessible, intuitive, and empowering. If Part 1 opened the door, this finale walks you through it, leaving you with tangible takeaways, renewed awareness, and a deeper respect for the body’s innate intelligence. Support the show Check out my website, and remember to subscribe/follow my social media to get notifications for new content being released weekly! Thank you again for your support. website: www.spadementalhealth.com TikTok: @spadementalhealth If you are seeking help, call the SAMHSA’s National Helpline:1-800-662-HELP (4357), or The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration: 1-800-487-4889. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 988

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