Darnell Lamont Walker is an Emmy Award–winning writer, filmmaker, and death doula whose storytelling spans continents, genres, and generations.

He’s written for children’s shows like Karma’s World, Blues Clues & You, and Sesame Street — using imagination and heart to help young people understand life’s biggest lessons. But behind the scenes, Darnell has also answered a deeper calling: guiding others through grief, loss, and healing.

On this episode of the For Good podcast, Joseph "JoJo" Simmons sits down with Darnell for a powerful conversation about what it means to create safe spaces — especially for Black men and children — through storytelling, vulnerability, and community care. From the creative breakthroughs of the Sesame Workshop Writers Room to his deeply personal work as a death doula, Darnell opens up about how loss shaped his mission, and why his upcoming book Never Can Say Goodbye is his most meaningful work yet.

Together, they explore: How kids’ shows can introduce emotional literacy in accessible, joyful ways What it means to be a death doula — and how the role helps people live more fully Why safe spaces and creative courage are essential for Black mental health The importance of community, self-care, and the audacity to keep going This one’s for anyone navigating loss, chasing creative freedom, or building softer worlds for the next generation.

Follow Darnell’s journey at: https://www.darnellwalker.com/ Instagram: [@hello.darnell](https://www.instagram.com/hello.darnell/)

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Dr. Jay Barnett is a former NFL player turned mental health therapist, author, and speaker—on a mission to help Black men and communities heal. After a three-year, 36-city Just Heal Bro tour that reached over 18,000 men, Jay found himself burnt out and battling depression, suicide ideation, and hormonal collapse.

In this episode, he joins host Joseph “JoJo” Simmons to talk about nervous system regulation, the burden of being a giver, and how he rebuilt from the inside out. From morning routines and putting the phone in the kitchen, to redefining what it means to be a provider in a partnership, Jay breaks down what real emotional wellness looks like for Black men.

He shares:

• Why emotional stability—not money—is the true foundation of a successful home
• How he recovered from burnout and vertigo after the tour
• The role of testosterone, holistic healing, and Black men’s health in his journey
• Why rest isn't a luxury, and how to start reclaiming your peace today
• The deeper meaning of “control the pace”—in business, relationships, and life

Eric Kussin had what most people would call a dream life: a high-profile career in pro sports (NBA, Chicago Sky, and Phoenix Suns), a luxury car parked outside his South Beach apartment, and a rising trajectory with the Florida Panthers. But beneath the surface, Eric was silently spiraling. When a mental health crisis hit, it nearly ended everything — and forced him to completely rethink what wellness, success, and self-awareness really look like.

On this episode of the For Good podcast, Joseph "JoJo" Simmons sits down with Eric for a raw conversation about how sports culture, high-pressure environments, and emotional suppression can collide in dangerous ways. Eric opens up about his breakdown, his search for healing beyond traditional treatments, and how it all led to the creation of the Same Here movement, a global campaign rooted in storytelling — and beyond that, the launch of 5in5 Inc. and Regional Psychiatry. Together, they form a growing ecosystem of mental health advocacy, education, and care that goes far beyond a nonprofit model. Eric shares how he’s building real infrastructure for healing across communities, schools, and businesses.

Together, they explore:

• Why gut health, trauma, and stress are major mental health factors
• How sports culture teaches men to hide pain until it explodes
• Why the “1 in 5” mental health stat is harmful and outdated

This one’s for anyone who’s ever looked like they had it all together — while falling apart inside.

Follow Eric’s Mission at: https://samehereglobal.org/ or on Instagram @samehere_global, https://5in5inc.com/, SameHereScale on Google Play

SameHereScale on Apple Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/samehere-scale/id1564682569

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