He was there to console a mother who'd just lost her son in Vietnam. He was there when Geronimo Pratt passed from this life to the next. He was there when Black and Brown gangs were ready to negotiate a truce. He was there to adopt two children along with his wife of 42 years. And we haven't even touched on Gaylord Thomas' favorite accomplishment.

Gaylord's page on rescuereleaserestore.org

Favorite song: Cry Together by The O'Jays

About this podcast: In each episode, a Brother reflects on his life; explores the experience of being a Black man in America; shares his interactions with law enforcement; and answers the question "If America was a woman, what would you say to her?"

Every interview starts with getting-to-know-you questions about favorites, accomplishments and then goes deeper. You won't find a collection of conversations with Black men like this anywhere else. Hear their wisdom.

Host, Rahbin Shyne, is an author, educator, creative and avid half-marathon walker. Follow on Instagram @allthingshyne or on Facebook.

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