Healing, Writing & Reimagining Black Masculinity: Joél Leon – Into Healing S2, Ep.1

Into Healing with Mira Kaddoura

Joél L. Daniels, also known as Joél Leon, is a Bronx-born storyteller, poet, and author deeply committed to his roles as a girl dad and an advocate for Black liberation. His latest book, Everything and Nothing at Once: A Black Man's Reimagined Soundtrack for the Future, published in June 2024, is a compelling collection of essays that delves into Black masculinity and envisions new possibilities for the future of Black men. In his work, Joél draws from his journey from a Bronx childhood to self-discovery through Buddhism, highlighting the profound impact of vulnerability, radical love, and poetry in the healing process. He emphasizes the vital role of community in providing support and accountability. Through personal anecdotes and insights into mindfulness and accessible healing practices, particularly within Black and Brown communities, Joél illustrates the transformative power of language and collective liberation.
⭐️ In this episode, you’ll learn ⭐️
00:33 Meet Joél Leon: Storyteller and Poet
01:47 Growing Up Black in America
05:32 Black Masculinity and Self-Awareness
06:39 The Influence of Buddhism
10:26 Reimagining Black Masculinity
14:39 The Power of Poetry and Hip Hop
18:51 Learning to Feel and Express Emotions
23:29 Loving Black Boys and Ourselves
26:30 Challenging Carceral Culture
34:21 Collective Liberation and Love
48:04 Embracing Humanity and Connection
50:08 Overcoming Prejudices and Biases
54:11 The Power of Vulnerability and Love
01:01:56 The Role of Community in Healing
01:06:36 Radical Love and Honesty
01:12:37 The Healing Power of Poetry
01:17:40 Accessible Healing Practices
01:21:44 Finding and Building Community
01:27:00 Healing as a Black Man
01:31:23 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
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📚 Episode References:
Everything and Nothing At Once: A Black Man's Reimagined Soundtrack For the Future By: Joél Leon https://shorturl.at/TXEiN
Frederick Joseph https://rb.gy/wk0mfh
Mahogany Browne https://shorturl.at/M0Gdn
The Seat of the Soul by Gary Zukov: https://rb.gy/3pcaqx
A New Earth by Eckhart Tolle: https://rb.gy/23tvg5
The Power of Now by Eckhart Tolle: https://rb.gy/03k8iz
The Spirit of a Man by Iyanla Vanzant: https://rb.gy/9mu5vn
Boycott, Divestment, Sanctions (BDS): https://rb.gy/4keixi
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