For Good
For Good
Podcast Description
What if healing yourself was the first step to changing the world?
This is a space for grounded, soul-level conversations about mental health, emotional intelligence, personal growth, and what it means to live with intention. Here, healing isn’t a trend, it’s a lifelong commitment. Through vulnerable storytelling and honest reflection, For Good helps us reconnect with purpose, reimagine legacy, and choose growth — for ourselves, our families, and our communities.
At the heart of it all is Joseph “JoJo” Simmons, the son of hip hop royalty, Rev Run of Run DMC, and a multi-faceted entertainer, entrepreneur, husband, father, and mental health advocate. From MTV’s Run’s House to Growing Up Hip Hop, JoJo’s journey has been public but his evolution has been deeply personal.
After facing public scrutiny in his teens, JoJo took a step back from the spotlight to prioritize his mental health. He reemerged as an advocate, determined to use his platform for good. In 2023, he received the Phoenix Arising Award from the Black Mental Health Alliance, honoring his commitment to wellness and emotional literacy in the Black community.
JoJo brings a rare mix of humility, humor, and heart to every episode. Whether he’s speaking solo or sitting with a guest, he creates space for listeners to reflect, reset, and rise together.
Expect episodes that explore the power of emotional intelligence in real life, mental health beyond buzzwords — especially for Black men and fathers, breaking generational cycles through inner work and intention, and what legacy looks like when it’s built on love, not ego. You’ll also hear honest, unfiltered stories that inspire growth, healing, and a deeper connection to purpose.
Notable guests include:
Dr. Cheyenne Bryant: Life coach and psychology expert dropping truth bombs on relationships and accountability
Lil Eazy-E: Reflecting on his father’s legacy and the controversy surrounding his death
Trell the Trainer: From prison to purpose: using fitness and emotional vulnerability to help Black men heal
Vanessa Simmons: On protecting her personal life while growing up in a public family
Steve Lobel: Behind the music industry grind: on hip-hop success, grief, and staying grounded
Corvain Cooper: From life in prison to presidential pardon: a story of transformation, justice, and second chances
Jesce Horton: Building one of the most respected Black-owned cannabis brands with Carmelo Anthony
For Good is a production of 3isFor, a values-driven creative studio founded by childhood friends JoJo Simmons, Kris Karl, and David Dow. The three co-founders come from vastly different backgrounds — hip hop royalty, regenerative farming, and media production — but their values are the same. Together, they build with purpose, tell stories that matter, and champion regenerative business as a model for healing industries, communities, and the planet.
Listen if you care about:
- Growing from the inside out
- Breaking cycles and red...
Podcast Insights
Content Themes
The podcast centers around themes of self-healing, emotional intelligence, and legacy building, with episodes discussing topics like the impact of mental health awareness in the Black community, personal journeys of healing from trauma, and strategies for breaking generational cycles, including episodes featuring life coaching insights and personal transformation stories.

What if healing yourself was the first step to changing the world?
This is a space for grounded, soul-level conversations about mental health, emotional intelligence, personal growth, and what it means to live with intention. Here, healing isn’t a trend, it’s a lifelong commitment. Through vulnerable storytelling and honest reflection, For Good helps us reconnect with purpose, reimagine legacy, and choose growth — for ourselves, our families, and our communities.
At the heart of it all is Joseph “JoJo” Simmons, the son of hip hop royalty, Rev Run of Run DMC, and a multi-faceted entertainer, entrepreneur, husband, father, and mental health advocate. From MTV’s Run’s House to Growing Up Hip Hop, JoJo’s journey has been public but his evolution has been deeply personal.
After facing public scrutiny in his teens, JoJo took a step back from the spotlight to prioritize his mental health. He reemerged as an advocate, determined to use his platform for good. In 2023, he received the Phoenix Arising Award from the Black Mental Health Alliance, honoring his commitment to wellness and emotional literacy in the Black community.
JoJo brings a rare mix of humility, humor, and heart to every episode. Whether he’s speaking solo or sitting with a guest, he creates space for listeners to reflect, reset, and rise together.
Expect episodes that explore the power of emotional intelligence in real life, mental health beyond buzzwords — especially for Black men and fathers, breaking generational cycles through inner work and intention, and what legacy looks like when it’s built on love, not ego. You’ll also hear honest, unfiltered stories that inspire growth, healing, and a deeper connection to purpose.
Notable guests include:
Dr. Cheyenne Bryant: Life coach and psychology expert dropping truth bombs on relationships and accountability
Lil Eazy-E: Reflecting on his father’s legacy and the controversy surrounding his death
Trell the Trainer: From prison to purpose: using fitness and emotional vulnerability to help Black men heal
Vanessa Simmons: On protecting her personal life while growing up in a public family
Steve Lobel: Behind the music industry grind: on hip-hop success, grief, and staying grounded
Corvain Cooper: From life in prison to presidential pardon: a story of transformation, justice, and second chances
Jesce Horton: Building one of the most respected Black-owned cannabis brands with Carmelo Anthony
For Good is a production of 3isFor, a values-driven creative studio founded by childhood friends JoJo Simmons, Kris Karl, and David Dow. The three co-founders come from vastly different backgrounds — hip hop royalty, regenerative farming, and media production — but their values are the same. Together, they build with purpose, tell stories that matter, and champion regenerative business as a model for healing industries, communities, and the planet.
Listen if you care about:
– Growing from the inside out
– Breaking cycles and redefining what success looks like
– Building legacy with intention, presence, and purpose
– Using your voice and story to create real, lasting impact
New episodes every Tuesday.
Follow @forgoodpodcast on Instagram for behind-the-scenes moments, live convos, and episode drops.
Be for growth. Be for healing. Be For Good.
For generations, “be strong” meant staying silent. If you were struggling, you pushed through. If you were overwhelmed, you kept it to yourself. But what if some of the habits we call resilience are actually keeping us from healing? In this episode, Dr. Alfiee Breland-Noble joins JoJo and Vanessa to unpack the generational beliefs that shaped how we think about mental health, why so many people don’t recognize when they need help, and the practical tools that make healing feel possible. From therapy and self-awareness to community, social media, and everyday habits, this conversation is a reminder that taking care of your mind isn’t a weakness. It’s one of the most important investments you can make in yourself.
In This Episode, JoJo, Vanessa, and Dr. Alfiee:
(00:00) Introduction
(05:04) Why “Be Strong” Kept Generations Silent
(18:14) Making Mental Health Feel More Accessible
(25:02) Why Gen Z Feels More Overwhelmed Than Ever
(33:17) The Everyday Habits That Support Healing
(48:11) Healing Through Community and Purpose
Dr. Alfiee Breland-Noble is a psychologist, scientist, author, and founder of the AAKOMA Project, a nonprofit dedicated to improving mental health care for young people and communities of color. A 2024 Melinda French Gates Global Leader, she is known for advancing mental health equity through culturally informed research, advocacy, and her book Rise and Thrive, making mental health more accessible, practical, and relevant for navigating everyday challenges.
Resources Mentioned:
Dr. Alfiee’s Book, Rise and Thrive: A mental health workbook for youth & for the young person inside all of us: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GQCX2TWQ
AAKOMA Website: https://aakomaproject.org/
Connect with Dr. Alfiee:
Dr. Alfiee Website: https://dralfiee.com/
Dr. Alfiee LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dralfiee/
Dr. Alfiee Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dralfiee/
Connect with JoJo:
JoJo’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joseph-jojo-simmons/
JoJo’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jojo_simmons/
For Good Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/forgoodpodcast/
3isfor Website: https://3isfor.com/
Connect with Vanessa:
Vanessa’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vanessajsimmons/
Vanessa’s Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/vanessajsimmonsxo/
U4IA Now: https://www.instagram.com/u4ianow/
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