Marriage, then kids. As can sometimes be the case, there were plenty of examples of either the opposite order or skipping the marriage step entirely. Quinard Edwards is a proud husband and father who has created a satisfying, happy family life for himself. As a matter of fact, having satisfying interactions at home, at work and everywhere else is a priority for this brother.

Quin works as a utility person at a Boeing facility and resides in St. Louis, Missouri. He's also into podcasts and happy to do the interview thing again for another podcast.

Favorite song: Marvin Gaye's Distant Lover.

Favorite words: The Autobiography of Malcolm X by Alex Haley.

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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 signature question "If America was a woman, what would you say to her? You won't find a collection of conversations with Black men like this anywhere else. Hear their wisdom. Be inspired.

Host, Rahbin Shyne, is an author, educator, creative and avid half-marathon walker.

Special thanks to Sonji Walker, Shedrick Sanders, Abigail Gonzalez, Don Davis and William Hamilton for their generous support.