In this deeply reflective and powerful episode of the Sense Only Podcast, Alicia sits down with ShakaRa, a thinker known for his sharp cultural analysis and grounded approach to identity, history and personal growth.
Together, they explore how modern definitions of manhood are shaped, challenged and often distorted by culture, politics, trauma and the pressures of contemporary society.
This episode goes far beyond surface-level conversations about masculinity. ShakaRa breaks down:
* How cultural and historical forces shape how Black men see themselves
* Why so many men feel confused about their role in today’s world
*The impact of migration, economics and broken family structures
*How generational trauma influences identity and purpose
*Why the “individual” is a myth — and what that means for community
*The connection between purpose, creativity and emotional grounding
*D’Angelo, art, and living in alignment with your calling
Using real examples and grounded wisdom, ShakaRa challenges us to rethink everything we assume about manhood, and invites men and women alike into a conversation about healing, self-knowledge and collective growth.
If you're ready for an episode that feeds your mind, stretches your thinking and sparks transformation… this is the one.
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Sense Only Podcast
*Guest: ShakaRa
*Host: Alicia Mullings