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Raising Kings

Raising Kings

By: Brandon R. Scarborough
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Raising Kings is the real, raw, and empowering podcast created for single mothers raising Black boys. Hosted by Brandon R. Scarborough, founder of Dreams Academy, this show creates a safe space for honest conversations around parenting, purpose, and the unique challenges and triumphs of guiding young Black men in today’s world.

From mental health to manhood, discipline to dreams, Raising Kings offers wisdom, support, and community—reminding every mom that she’s not alone, and every boy has the power to become a king.

Brandon is also the author of "Talking Points", a resource for single mothers on how to have challenging conversations with your sons. Order it today at www.talkingpointsbook.com!

You can follow Brandon @mrdreamsacademy on all platforms and follow Dreams Academy @wedreamusa

Brandon R. Scarborough 2025
Personal Development Personal Success
Episodes
  • Single Mom or Fatherless Home?
    May 14 2025

    In this unforgettable and hilarious episode, I sit down with my good friend Frechic Burton Austin to tackle a powerful topic: defining titles and holding men accountable for the homes they help create. Chic shares her raw and real journey as a single mom and how she accidentally stepped into entrepreneurship and became a business owner. With laughter, truth, and friendship at the center of it all, this might just be one our best episodes yet! Tap In!!! Have a question you want us to tackle on an episode? Send it to brandon@dreamsacademy.life or text 330-422-8332. Follow Brandon @mrdreamsacademy on all social platforms Follow Dreams Academy on FB @dreamsacademyakron and on IG @wedreamsusa

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    1 hr and 8 mins
  • The Classroom, Companionship, Dating, and Divorce
    Apr 26 2025

    On this episode of Raising Kings, I sit down with veteran educator Cheree Bell for a powerful, honest conversation that took us places we didn’t expect — from navigating the classroom, to building healthy companionship, the realities of dating, and the journey through divorce. This real, unfiltered discussion is full of wisdom, encouragement, and practical insight for any mother raising Black boys. You don’t want to miss it! Follow Dreams Academy @wedreamusa on IG and Dreamsacademyakron on Facebook. Follow Brandon R. Scarborough @mrdreamsacademy on all social platforms.

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    47 mins
  • Raising Kings in Community!
    Apr 8 2025

    In this premiere episode of Raising Kings, Brandon R. Scarborough sits down with Ari and Kolaiah—leaders of The Village at Dreams Academy, a powerful support network for single mothers raising boys. Together, they unpack the importance of raising sons within a strong, intentional community and the challenges that come with it. From the realities of parenting Black boys to the vital role of mental health for mothers, this conversation is honest, heartfelt, and deeply needed. If you’re raising a king, this episode is for you.

    Follow Brandon @mrdreamsacademy on all social networks

    Follow Dreams Academy @wedreamsusa on all social networks

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    46 mins

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