HeyJaredUrban Family Focus Podcast
The Urban Family Focus Podcast explores the issues shaping Black families and urban communities. Hosted by Rev. Jerrold Smith, each episode features faith-based insight, expert guests, and real conversations on health, wealth, justice, and more.
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- 12
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- Sep 21, 2026
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- Jul 6, 2026
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Afro-Latino Health Care Connection with Dr. Rafael Montalvo (opens the original)
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Dr. Rafael Montalvo, family medicine physician, joins Urban Family Focus for “Afro-Latino Health Care Connection.” As part of Providence Presents: The Cultural Connection for Better Health, this conversation explores culture, language, trust, healthcare access, preventive care, and the importance of culturally responsive healthcare for diverse communities.
Black Maternal Health with Dr. Tamitra Clark & Ellen Branch (opens the original)
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This rebroadcast of Urban Family Focus focuses on Black Maternal Health, featuring Dr. Tamitra Clark and Ellen Branch. As part of Providence Presents: The Cultural Connection for Better Health, the conversation explores maternal mental health, pregnancy and postpartum support, culturally responsive care, advocacy, empowerment, and community wellness.
Culturally Affirming Therapy with Sierra Smith (opens the original)
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Sierra Smith, Executive Director of Open Paths Counseling Center, joins Urban Family Focus for “Culturally Affirming Therapy,” part of our September series, Providence Presents: The Cultural Connection for Better Health.
The Citizen Architect with Drake Dillard (opens the original)
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Drake Dillard joins Urban Family Focus to discuss “The Citizen Architect.” With more than four decades of architectural experience, he shares how architecture, community engagement, diversity, mentorship, and thoughtful design can help build stronger neighborhoods and shape the future of our communities.
Weaponizing Religion with Dr. Larry "Cocoa" Welton (opens the original)
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Dr. Larry “Cocoa” Welton joins Urban Family Focus for a thought-provoking discussion on “Weaponizing Religion.” We explore faith, power, manipulation, critical thinking, culture, human behavior, and the ways religion can influence both individuals and society.
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