Dr. David O. Fakunle: Using Storytelling to Address Issues of Race and Mental Health

In this episode of The Truth in This Art podcast, host Rob Lee interviews Dr. David O. Fakunle, a Baltimore native and self-described mercenary for change. They discuss the power of storytelling in addressing issues of race and mental health, Dr. Fakunle’s personal journey, and the importance of authenticity in storytelling. 🎙️🌍

Episode Highlights:

• Introduction to Dr. David O. Fakunle and his work as a mercenary for change. (00:00:10-00:00:30) 🎤
• Dr. Fakunle’s upbringing in a family of creatives and the influence of his mother and godparents. (00:02:06-00:04:54) 🏡👩‍👧‍👦
• The revelation of using storytelling in a public health context. (00:05:25-00:06:39) 💡
• The concept of being a mercenary for change and the importance of authenticity in storytelling. (00:09:28-00:11:48) 💪📖
• The role of storytelling in understanding, addressing, and dismantling complex racial issues. (00:30:05-00:36:04) 📚🤝

Key Takeaways:

• Storytelling is a powerful tool for addressing issues of race and mental health. 🗣️💬
• Authenticity is crucial in storytelling, allowing individuals to share their truth and be unapologetic about their experiences. 🙌
• Storytelling can humanize individuals and challenge stereotypes and stigmas associated with addiction and mental health. 🌐❤️
• Qualitative research and storytelling provide a more comprehensive understanding of health issues compared to quantitative data alone. 📊📚

Visit Dr. David O. Fakunle’s website to learn more about his work and upcoming projects. 🌐🔗

Social Media Links:
Facebook: DiscoverME/RecoverME
Instagram: discovermerecoverme
LinkedIn: David Fakunle, Ph.D.

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