Show notes
I'm delighted to share another episode of Psychobabble with you, the podcast that uncovers bad therapy and false narratives in psychology and psychiatry! This episode is being released a day early due to the Jewish holiday of Shavuot on Wednesday.We couldn't delay this exciting episode, as we have Adam Coleman joining us—a former IT professional turned influential thought leader. Adam is the author of "Black Victim to Black Victor," a book that addresses complex issues surrounding race, culture, and identity with profound personal insight and empathy. He writes for the New York Post, Newsweek, and the Post Millennial, and has been featured on major news networks, challenging the status quo.Adam shares his journey from growing up without a father figure to overcoming mental health struggles and building a successful career. We delve into how his experiences shaped his viewpoint on racism, the impact of fatherlessness on his parenting, and how he questions media narratives while challenging the culture of victim mentality.Short on time? Feel free to skip to the most intriguing section: 0:00 Introduction and Overview03:05 The Journey from Black Victim to Black Victim07:58 Growing Up without a Father Figure10:22 Struggles with Mental Health and Suicidality22:25 The Impact of Positive Male Role Models23:23 The Impact on Fatherlessness on Confidence27:42 The Difference between Maternal and Paternal Influences32:32 Becoming Father at a Young Age38:24 The Influence of Visiting Father Figures44:43 From Uncertainty to Clarity: Adam’s Personal Growth50:03 Overcoming Anxiety and Depression: Building Confidence58:42 Questioning the Media: The Shift Away from Democratic Allegiances1:06:00 - Challenging Victim Mentality1:18:00 - The Myth of Systemic Racism1:22:00 - Pro-Life Stance1:26:00 - Adam’s Work, Plans, and How to Get InvolvedGet your nails done to perfection and get in shape at this luxury gym with a discount using the promocode “psychobabble podcast”: This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit hannahspier.substack.com/subscribe
