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Health Is Everything: Why Black Men Can’t Ignore Chronic Illness & Prevention

Tommie Jones & Lance Taylor Season 2 Episode 16

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Health Is Everything: Chronic Illness, Prevention & Black Men’s Physical Wellness


In this episode of Four Titles, One Truth, Tommie and Lance tackle a topic that often gets pushed to the side until it’s too late — physical health, especially for Black men.


This conversation goes beyond gym routines and quick fixes. We talk honestly about chronic illness, prevention, genetics, stress, access to care, and the cultural mindset that often teaches Black men to “push through” instead of getting checked out. From ignoring warning signs to not prioritizing doctor visits, this episode breaks down why prevention matters and how health directly impacts leadership, family, longevity, and quality of life.


This isn’t about fear — it’s about awareness, accountability, and choosing to live longer and better for ourselves and the people who depend on us.


What We Cover in This Episode:

•Why Black men are at higher risk for chronic illness

•The cost of ignoring physical warning signs

•Prevention vs reaction — why early action matters

•How stress, work, and culture impact Black men’s health

•Doctor visits, screenings, and self-advocacy

•Physical wellness as leadership and responsibility

•Changing the mindset around health and masculinity


Four Titles, One Truth is a real-talk podcast for Black men navigating life as fathers, husbands, veterans, and men — building community through truth, growth, and shared experience.


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