Learned the Hard Way with Kier Gaines
iHeartPodcastsNo fluff. No judgment. Just real talk. Licensed therapist Kier Gaines brings over a decade of insight to break down what it really means to be a man today the pressure, the innovation, the grief, the joy, the grind, and the opportunities to thrive. With honest stories, actionable tips, and unfiltered insights, this is the space to level up, heal, and grow. On your terms.
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| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 27 | Founded | 6 months ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Mental HealthHealth & FitnessRelationshipsSociety & Culture | |||
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What do you do when you’re doing everything you’re supposed to do and it still isn’t working?
Therapy. Medication. Meditation. Journaling. Working out. Building community. Asking for help. Sometimes we’re told that if we just do the “right” things ... more
What happens when you finally get the thing you’ve been working for and realize the hard part isn’t over?
For a lot of men, success can feel like a finish line. We imagine that once we get the opportunity, the money, the title, or the recognition, ... more
Are you expecting your partner to be responsible for your peace?
We hear “I just want someone who brings me peace” all the time. But what does that actually mean? Does it mean never arguing? Never being challenged? Never having to deal with difficu... more
What happens when the thing you’ve always used to measure your value starts disappearing?
For a lot of men, work has never just been work. It’s how we provide. How we prove ourselves. How we measure success. And sometimes, whether we admit it or no... more
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- Doing God’s Work
Been following you for some years now so it’s great to see you start a podcast. This right here is exactly what’s needed right now for our community. You’re providing solutions to help us become whole so that we can show up as our best versions for our community. To me that doing God’s Work. Peace to you bro. Keep going!
Apple Podcasts5Vonkc119
United States21 days ago - Just WOW
This podcast makes every other podcast look bad😭
Apple Podcasts5okaykeUnited Statesa month ago - Grateful for the mirror
Sometimes it is easier to look into a mirror when someone else is holding it up. Thanks for holding it up, so I have the space and energy to reflect! In addition, the conversation here feels approachable and trustworthy. It’s invigorating whenever I come across other black men who grew up in SE in the 90’s that made it through surviving and are living life. Hope you keep this space
PS Brova 60 mins too short that's right when you really start cooking cooking
Apple Podcasts5TheFadeArcadeUnited Statesa month ago - Incredible Wisdom & Inspiration
I’ve appreciated following Kier on social media for a while now and I’m extremely excited about the pod. Just in the first few episodes I’ve listened to, I’ve gained wisdom, I have questions and conversation material for me and my friends to grow from, and more than anything I feel like I have another dope resource for me to grow in my own experience as a husband and father. Really appreciate you and your work bro. Keep going
Apple Podcasts5Coach_BgodfreyUnited Statesa month ago - Much Needed
Kier gives great insight about many issues that go unspoken when it comes to men’s mental health. It’s also relatable for both men and women! Keep up the much needed and phenomenal work!
Apple Podcasts5JojoDilworthUnited Statesa month ago
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A no-nonsense, therapy-informed conversation about modern manhood, relationships, leadership, and personal growth. Episodes blend personal stories, practical frameworks, and mental-health insights to help listeners navigate authenticity, vulnerability, and tough life decisions in work, family, and community. Notable for honest banter between Kier Gaines and guests, including partners and high-profile voices, and for bridging clinical psychology with real-world applications. The show frequently covers topics like masking, code-switching, emotional health in Black communities, and balancing creative life with financial realities, making it helpful for professionals seeking actionable self-improvement and better workplace and relationship dyna... more
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2. Jason Rosario
3. Dakotah Tyler
4. Tiffany Aliche
5. Savon Slater
6. Jess Hilarious
7. Crissle West
8. Noémie Gaines
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