Media Psychology, Reality TV Homage, and Viral Video Creators

Nurse Alice gets into a candid discussion with media professionals and a health expert about the psychological impact of media and the power of Black storytelling.

• Mental Health in the Digital Age: Media psychologist Dr. Corey Emmanuel explains how to navigate the 2020 news cycle, sharing tips like “pause before you post” and ensuring a holistic approach to consuming content.
• Behind Every Man: Executive Producer Carlos King discusses his new OWN series, which showcases the strength and sacrifice of the Black women behind successful men like Usher and Kirk Franklin.
• Cheating the Norms: New Cheaters host Peter Gunz talks about the wild transition from hip-hop and reality star to TV host, revealing how his Black host status caused a controversy in some international markets.

Watch the full episode for an interview with the filmmaker behind the viral “Biden vs. Trump Avengers: Endgame” video and hear more about the positive effects of strong Black representation in media.