The Heavyweight Collective
Welcome to *The Heavyweight Collective*, where every week, a dynamic group of four—“this lady and these three guys”—come together to discuss a wide range of topics that both warm the heart and nourish the soul. The Heavyweight Collective brings together four unique individuals, each with their own perspective, to engage in open and honest conversations about real-life situations. Whether you're in need of a good laugh to release some tension or you're seeking real answers to life’s tough questions, tune in to *The Heavyweight Collective* Whatever you're looking for, you’ll find it here.
Episodes
224 episodes
What is Legacy?
Legacy isn’t about money or kids—it’s about impact, daily actions, and the stories people keep. This episode breaks down the gap between the legacy we want and the one we’re actually building. From fatherhood and therapy to creativity and...
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Season 2
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Episode 231
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1:05:56
Misunderstood
Ever argued for 20 minutes just to realize it was all a misunderstanding? This episode breaks down how miscommunication happens—and how to fix it. From texting traps to the power of “reading the room,” we share tools that make hard conversation...
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Season 2
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Episode 230
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1:12:22
Reset, Don’t Retreat
What if quitting isn’t failure—but focus? We talk about leaving lopsided friendships, walking away from burnout, and how to quit without losing yourself. Hustle culture is loud, but peace is louder.
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Season 2
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Episode 229
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1:00:50
Not Everyone Deserves Access
This episode dives into boundaries, peace, and what it really means when someone pulls back. We talk about how therapy, rest, and real conversations help us reset—while making space for mutual care and clarity.If you’ve been judged for g...
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Season 2
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Episode 228
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57:24
Freestyles and Fatherhood
We close the year with Raytron (aka Stutter McFly) for a heartfelt convo about music, fatherhood, grief, and growth. From Bone Thugs influences to therapy and gym resets, we cover what it means to keep showing up and stay independent in both li...
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Season 2
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Episode 227
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1:35:17
Grown But Wingin’ It
Adulthood wasn’t what we expected—and most days we’re winging it with what we’ve got. From food-stretching hacks to parenting phrases we swore we’d never say, this episode explores the humor, exhaustion, and unspoken wins of grown-up life.<...
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Season 2
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Episode 226
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59:47
Talk Yo Shit "M16 The Great"
This week we sit down with M16 for an honest conversation about falling hard—and getting back up even harder. From stage dives to storytelling, hip-hop debates to healing, he walks us through the moments that changed him as an artist, a father,...
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1:09:01
The Era That Raised Us
We’re going back to the 2000s in this episode—flip phones, PSPs, Y2K panic, TRL, and BET Uncut. We reflect on what that era taught us emotionally, musically, and socially, from major world events to mixtape culture to friendships that held us d...
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Season 2
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Episode 225
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46:52
The Prize Isn’t You Or Me, It’s Us
This week, we explore what modern relationships look like beyond internet arguments and social media rules. From therapy and growth to money, masculinity, and emotional honesty, we share what it really takes to build something solid.We t...
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Season 2
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Episode 224
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50:07
Is Your Pride Heavier Than Your Pain?
This episode dives into the real emotional weight men carry—hidden anxiety, financial stress, and parenting while healing. We talk therapy, finding the right fit, and how small steps turn into real progress.We also share honest parenting...
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Season 2
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Episode 223
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59:18
Laugh First, Heal Later
This week, we talk about what it means to carry emotional weight as dads, sons, and partners. Between laughter and reflection, we get into therapy, grief, presence, and the pressure to lead while holding everything in.We share tools that...
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Season 2
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Episode 222
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1:03:59
Shut Up!
This week on The Heavyweight Podcast, we’re talking about what makes a real relationship work beyond the internet noise. We dive into gender roles, emotional safety, money, leadership, and communication—with honest takes on what partnership act...
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Season 2
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Episode 221
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1:07:21
Scoop Of Hair
This week we’re talking about the music that shaped our lives. From first albums to skipped tracks, we reflect on the playlists that told the truth about who we were and who we were becoming. We also unpack the rise of AI in creative spaces and...
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Season 2
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Episode 220
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1:08:14
Big Purr
This week, we get into what sacrifice really looks like in relationships—and how to know when you’re giving too much. From deleting numbers and career moves to choosing boundaries over guilt, we talk about the decisions that define connection, ...
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Season 2
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Episode 219
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58:32
Turtle Slow
This week, we’re unpacking a different kind of “heavyweight”—the kind that comes from being talked about, tested, and misunderstood. From live show moments to real talk about peer pressure, gossip, and personal growth, this episode gets into ho...
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Season 2
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Episode 218
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43:32
B.D.S
This week we talk about how growing up shaped everything—from our values and coping skills to our ideas about peace, purpose, and family. We look back at the people and places that raised us and reflect on the lessons that stuck.We get i...
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Season 2
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Episode 217
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50:18
Baldy Locks & The 3 Hairs
Grieving Out Loud: Loss, Identity, and Black Maternal HealthThis week on The Heavyweight Podcast, we talk about the weight of grief—from the pain of repeated pregnancy loss to the struggle of finding yourself after...
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Season 2
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Episode 216
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58:42
The Roster
This week, we’re talking about what it means to grow—and what you sometimes have to let go of in the process. From family tension to shifting friendships, we open up about clearing space for peace and growth.We also get into the conversa...
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Season 2
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Episode 215
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1:14:20
Cake, Courage, and Questionable Gifts
This week, we’re unpacking what it really feels like to turn 40. McFly shares personal stories about fatherhood, health, and growing into a new version of himself. We also talk through birthday highs and lows, strange gifts, and how our perspec...
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Season 2
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Episode 214
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1:16:08
Bobby Creekwater
This episode is a raw conversation about what strength looks like when you’ve spent your whole life in survival mode. We talk about childhood trauma, unspoken grief, and the pressure on Black men to stay composed at all times.We also unp...
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Season 2
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Episode 213
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1:05:46
Finding Negro
This week we’re exploring how humor helps us heal. From parenting wins and childhood memories to emotional moments where laughter saved the day, this episode is packed with stories about finding light in dark places.We also reflect on th...
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Season 2
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Episode 212
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1:10:59
Butterscotch
This week, we’re talking about growing pains—literally and figuratively. From real-life aches to realizing you’re slowly turning into your parents, this episode is full of laughs, life updates, and relatable moments.We also touch on ther...
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Season 2
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Episode 211
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1:12:46
DikTok
This week on The Heavyweight Podcast, we’re having a real conversation about identity and self-discovery. We open up about who we really are when no one is watching, what we’ve had to unlearn, and the boundaries we’ve learned to set.It’s...
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Season 2
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Episode 210
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41:45