Outreach With Reggie | Community Advocacy & Mental Health
Reggie Holloway | Community Advocacy & Mental Health·40 episodes·Monthly
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Outreach With Reggie is a podcast about the real-life experiences that shape who we are and how we navigate the world. Hosted by Reggie, the show creates honest, compassionate conversations about mental health, grief, relationships, foster care, personal growth, faith, loneliness, and the challenges of becoming who you are meant to be.
Through personal stories, thoughtful conversations, and vulnerable reflection, Outreach With Reggie reminds listeners that they are not alone in what they are experiencing. Whether you’re navigating a difficult season, healing from your past, or simply trying to better understand yourself and the people around you, this is a place to feel seen, heard, and encouraged.
Episodes
Latest Episode
September 5, 2026 · 1h 0m
Season 4, Episode 3 — “Are You Really Here: The Power of Being Present” What does it actually mean to be there for someone? September is Suicide Prevention Month, but this conversation goes deeper than crisis intervention. In this episode of Outreach With Reggie , we explore the loneliness that can exist even when you’re surrounded by people, the lost art of meaningful conversation, the privilege of community and family, and what happens when someone doesn’t feel seen, heard, chosen, or loved. Through the lens of my own experience in foster care, we talk about what it means to grow up with relationships that can change, people who can come and go, and the importance of having someone who doesn’t simply occupy a place in your life—but is truly present in it. We explore the difference between being physically present and emotionally present, why “How are you?” isn’t always enough, the importance of being prepared for the real answer, recognizing changes in someone’s behavior, having difficult conversations about suicide, and knowing when to help someone connect with professional support. But this conversation isn’t only about being present for others. It’s also about being present for yourself. What happens when you’re the person everyone depends on, but nobody checks on? What does it mean to listen to your own warning signs? To rest instead of constantly performing? To stop living entirely in the past or waiting for the future and actually be where you are? Because sometimes prevention starts long before a crisis. Sometimes it starts with a conversation. A phone call. A second question. A person who notices. A person who follows up. A person who stays. You don’t have to save everybody. But you can help somebody feel less alone. So, before you leave this episode, I want you to sit with three questions: Who was there for you? Who are you there for? And… are you really here? If you or someone you know is struggling or experiencing a mental health crisis, call or text 988 to reach the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. If there is immediate danger, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency department. Outreach With Reggie — conversations about the experiences that shape us, the communities that hold us, and the work it takes to keep showing up. BPD-s84vrznxqurt
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Aug 28 · 58m
Grief doesn’t follow a schedule.It doesn’t arrive on a convenient day, and it doesn’t disappear simply because you think you should be feeling better.In Season 4, Episode 2 of Outreach With Reggie, we take an honest look at grief and the many forms that loss can take—not just losing someone we love, but losing relationships, dreams, expectations, opportunities, stability, and even the future we once imagined for ourselves.We explore why grief isn’t linear, what happens when multiple losses collide, the physical and emotional weight of grief, functioning while hurting underneath the surface, escapism, the domino effect of loss, and the importance of giving ourselves grace.We’ll also talk about community—what it means to lean on others when we’re grieving, what happens when we don’t have a support system, and what asking for help can actually look like.Most importantly, we’ll explore a difficult truth:You don’t only grieve what you lost. Sometimes you grieve what you thought you were going to have.Healing doesn’t mean forgetting. Moving forward doesn’t mean what happened didn’t matter. And having a good day doesn’t mean you’ve stopped grieving.Sometimes healing is simply learning how to carry the memories, the pain, and the beauty into whatever comes next.Grief doesn’t follow a schedule.BPD-s84vrznxqurt
Aug 21 · 57m
Who told you that your dream was too big? That you weren’t capable? That you were behind? And just as importantly—who told you that you could?In the Season 4 premiere of Outreach With Reggie, Reggie explores the voices, experiences, relationships, beliefs, and moments that shape the way we see ourselves and our potential.This episode dives into the psychology of unfinished and completed goals, the power of words, early inspirations, support systems, constructive criticism, self-belief, faith, patience, atomic success, and the hidden cost of chasing a dream.We talk about what it means to stay rooted and grounded while protecting the flame that keeps your passion alive—and why success isn’t always a straight line.Most importantly, we’re asking a question that may change the way you look at your goals:Are you pursuing your dreams because you believe in them—or because you’re still trying to prove somebody else wrong?You don’t have to have everything figured out. You don’t have to have everyone’s approval. And you don’t have to wait for confirmation before taking the next step.Sometimes, you just have to believe before anyone else does.Make it personal. Not to prove them wrong, but to prove yourself right.Welcome back to Outreach With Reggie.Season 4 starts nowBPD-s84vrznxqurt
Jun 30 · 1h 5m
Who are you when no one is watching?We spend so much of our lives performing.For our jobs. For our families. For our communities. For social media. For the expectations placed on us by the people around us. We become the strong one, the reliable one, the funny one, the successful one—until the role we’ve been playing starts to feel more familiar than the person underneath it.In this deeply reflective episode of Outreach with Reggie, Reggie Holloway explores the tension between public identity and private authenticity. Why do we seek validation? How much of ourselves do we sacrifice to belong? What happens when the applause stops, the phone goes silent, and we’re left alone with our own thoughts?Together, we’ll unpack the hidden cost of performance, the weight of carrying expectations, the danger of living for approval, and what it truly means to become your authentic self—both publicly and privately.This isn’t an episode about having all the answers.It’s an invitation to ask a better question.Who are you without an audience?If this conversation challenged or encouraged you, share it with someone who may need the reminder that they don’t have to perform to be worthy.Topics Covered:Public identity vs. private identityPerformance vs. authenticityThe search for validationThe pressure of expectationsRelationships and emotional laborLearning to be alone with yourselfRebuilding after rock bottomBecoming your authentic selfHosted by Reggie Holloway Outreach with Reggie | Season 3, Episode 9BPD-s84vrznxqurt
Jun 22 · 46m
Men are often told to “man up,” stay strong, and push through life’s challenges. But what happens when the pressure becomes too much?In recognition of Men’s Mental Health Awareness Month, host Reggie explores the growing conversation around men’s mental health and the rise of the “soft life” movement. Is the soft life truly about healing, or can it become a form of escapism? Can men prioritize peace and mental wellness while still pursuing purpose, responsibility, and calling?In this episode, we discuss:✔️ The history and importance of Men’s Mental Health Awareness Month✔️ What mental health really means✔️ The “boys will be boys” culture and its impact on emotional wellness✔️ The pressures and responsibilities men carry✔️ Mental health stigma among men✔️ Unique challenges facing Black men✔️ Emotional regulation and healthy coping mechanisms✔️ Safe spaces for men to have honest conversations✔️ Rest vs. responsibility✔️ Escapism vs. healing✔️ Is softness a privilege?✔️ When it’s time to ask for helpThis episode is an invitation for men to be honest about where they are mentally, emotionally, spiritually, and physically—and a reminder that seeking help is not weakness, it’s wisdom.💙 If this episode resonates with you, share it with a friend, brother, father, mentor, son, or someone who may need this conversation.BPD-s84vrznxqurt
May 30 · 1h 11m
In this powerful episode of Outreach With Reggie, Reggie explores what it truly means to create healthy spaces and have honest conversations in a world where connection can often feel surface-level and performative.“Can We Talk?” challenges listeners to reflect on the environments, relationships, and conversations shaping their lives. Are the spaces you occupy helping you heal and grow — or are they simply familiar places you’ve learned to survive?This episode dives into the difference between healthy and unhealthy spaces, the impact of performative relationships, the importance of emotional safety, mental health conversations across communities, and how to recognize when it’s time to fight for a space, walk away, or build one of your own.Drawing from lived experience, advocacy, and community leadership, Reggie offers honest insight on vulnerability, accountability, friendship, inclusion, and the courage it takes to create spaces where truth can exist without fear.This week’s challenge: Ask yourself — Are you in a healthy space… or just a familiar one?Because healthy spaces don’t just exist. They are built.
May 10 · 56m
In this deeply personal episode of Outreach with Reggie, Reggie reflects on grief, closure, motherhood, and the reality of navigating life after the passing of his mother on Mother’s Day 2024.Continuing his foster care journey from last episode, Reggie opens up about the psychology of loss, the weight of last conversations, healing without closure, and what it means to keep showing up for others while grieving privately yourself.This episode is a love letter to his mother — and to anyone learning how to carry loss while still moving forward.
May 2 · 58m
In honor of National Foster Care Month, this episode of Outreach With Reggie is one of the most personal I’ve ever recorded.This is more than awareness—this is my story.From entering foster care as a child, being separated from my siblings, and navigating constant instability… to facing trauma, loss, and mental health battles during my teenage years—this episode walks through the reality of growing up in the system.I share what it felt like to: • Be placed into foster care for the first time • Reunite with my mother—and lose that stability again • Move from home to home and struggle to build relationships • Experience deep grief while still trying to survive • Have my story publicly shared through FOX 5’s Wednesday’s Child • Face suicidal thoughts and identity struggles as a teen • Lose an adoption opportunity at 17 • Age out of foster care during college—and experience homelessnessBut this isn’t just a story about what I went through.It’s about who I became.In this episode, I also open up about: • Rebuilding relationships with my family • Reconnecting with my sister and my mother • Graduating from college against the odds • Finding purpose through advocacy, storytelling, and impactThis episode is for anyone who has ever felt overlooked, displaced, or misunderstood.And it’s for those who want to truly understand foster care—not just as a system, but as a lived experience.Because behind every statistic… there’s a story like mine.🎧 Listen. Learn. Share.
Apr 17 · 1h 25m
In this thought-provoking episode of Outreach with Reggie, I sit down with educator, author, and speaker Kevin Cripe for a powerful conversation on what it really takes to help young people succeed—both inside and outside the classroom.With over two decades of experience working with students from diverse and often underserved backgrounds, Kevin brings a perspective that challenges how we define intelligence, measure success, and support the next generation. From building a nationally recognized after-school chess program to shaping the lives of first-generation college students, his work goes far beyond traditional education.We dive into the realities of public education today—where it’s working, where it’s falling short, and what needs to change. Kevin also opens up about his personal journey through adoption, offering insight into identity, family, and the deeper emotional layers that shape who we become.This episode explores:• Why intelligence can’t be reduced to test scores • How parents and educators can better nurture cognitive and emotional growth • The role of empathy and moral development in raising strong leaders • How tools like chess can unlock critical thinking and life skills • What meaningful, long-term change in education actually looks like This conversation is for anyone who cares about young people, systems change, and building a future where every child has the opportunity to thrive.🎧 Tune in and rethink what learning, leadership, and impact really mean.
Apr 10 · 51m
In this episode of Outreach With Reggie, we delve into the transformative power of therapy in promoting youth mental health, especially within foster care and community advocacy contexts. Host Reggie Holloway explores how therapy can serve as a critical tool in trauma informed care, fostering systemic change and personal healing for vulnerable populations. Through engaging personal stories and expert insights, listeners will gain a deeper understanding of the role of therapy in nonprofit leadership and social impact. Join us to learn how embracing therapy can amplify youth voices and inspire meaningful community development and policy advocacy.