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⚠️ Trigger Warning: This episode discusses mental illness, trauma, and recovery. If you are struggling, know that you are not alone. Support and healing are within reach. ❤️

In this honest and emotional episode, Vlad and Angie dive into their personal experiences with mental health, share how their family histories influence their healing, and offer insights on raising children through a trauma-informed lens.

Tune in for:

• Living through and healing from mental illness
• The generational weight of unspoken mental health struggles
• How we are breaking cycles as parents
• Where to find support and connection

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• ACA (Adult Children of Alcoholics & Dysfunctional Families): https://adultchildren.org
• National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: https://988lifeline.org or dial 988
• DeeDee’s Cry: https://www.deedeescry.com
• Man2Man (Black Men’s Support Group): https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/4gi6gTHmSr6HDMTYSbgpFA#/registration

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This week on Roots & Rhythm, Angie and Vlad explore how cultural expectations and traditional roles shape relationships. From what they saw growing up to how they navigate partnership today, this episode dives deep into balancing responsibilities, advocating for yourself, and building a stronger marriage.

🎙 Whether you're dating, married, or figuring it all out, this convo is filled with real-life gems and honest insights.

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In this episode of Roots & Rhythm, Vlad and Angie dive deep into the dynamics of modern love—from married life to what dating would look like if they were single in today’s world. They reflect on how relationship expectations have shifted, the impact of culture and communication, and why setting clear standards is essential in both new and established relationships.

Whether you’re navigating love for the first time or figuring out how to keep the fire alive in a long-term commitment, this episode offers grounded insights, humor, and a whole lot of honesty.

Tune in as we explore:

• What we’ve learned in marriage about partnership
• The dating world in 2025: Would we even survive?
• Setting expectations early
• The power of communication, boundaries, and accountability

🎙️ Roots & Rhythm is where culture meets conversation.
🗓️ New episodes every Friday
💬 Join the conversation: @rootsandrhythmpod

Fellas, it’s time to take your energy and your performance to the next level.

I’ve partnered with The Natural E-Man—a powerful, all-natural supplement designed for men who want to reclaim their vitality in and out of the bedroom. Created by a brother I trust from my men’s group.

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🎧 Thanks for tuning in to Roots and Rhythm!
We hope today’s episode resonated with you. Let’s keep the conversation going—connect with us online and join the R&R community!

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