Urban 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. Empowering talk that uplifts, informs, and inspires.

Urban Family Focus Podcast is a society podcast hosted by Jerrold Smith, with 63 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80.

Jerrold Smith hosts Urban Family Focus Podcast, a society show with 63 episodes published.

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  Episode #65

  Healing Our Roots with Denise Colomé Quiñonez & Geraldin Ferrer

  Sep 28, 202642 minS2

  What role do our roots play in our health, identity, relationships, and overall well-being? In this episode of Urban Family Focus, Rev. Jerrold Smith welcomes Denise Colomé, MCM, and Geraldin Ferrer for a meaningful conversation about culture, identity, community, mental health, and healing. As part of Providence Presents: The Cultural Connection for Better Health, this episode explores self-acceptance, cultural identity, healthcare experiences, community connection, and how understanding our roots can help us move forward. Our roots can shape how we understand ourselves and the world around us. They can influence our family relationships, cultural identity, connection to community, and even the way we experience healthcare. To learn more about Denise Colomé, MCM, click here ===> CLICK HERE To learn more about Geraldin Ferrer, click here ===> CLICK HERE ------ Whether you're tuning in for insights, solutions, or a dose of motivation, The Urban Family Focus Podcast is your destination for meaningful talk that matters. Subscribe today and be part of the movement to uplift, educate, and transform our future—one conversation at a time. Rev. Jerrold Smith is a Life Coach, Addiction Counselor, and seasoned media professional dedicated to uplifting urban families through faith, wellness, and empowerment. As host of Urban Family Focus, Rev. Jerrold brings decades of experience in community leadership, marketing, and ministry to the mic—offering real conversations, expert insight, and inspiring stories that spark meaningful change. His mission is simple: to amplify voices that matter and build stronger, healthier communities—one episode at a time. ️ www.UrbanFamilyFocus.com ️ https://www.instagram.com/urbanfamfocus/ ️ https://www.facebook.com/UrbanFamilyFocus ️ https://x.com/UrbanFam_Focus

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  Episode #64

  Afro-Latino Health Care Connection with Dr. Rafael Montalvo

  Sep 21, 202647 minS2

  What role do culture, language, family, and lived experience play in the way we receive healthcare? In this episode of Urban Family Focus, Rev. Jerrold Smith welcomes Dr. Rafael Montalvo, family medicine physician, for an important conversation titled: “Afro-Latino Health Care Connection” This episode is part of our September series: Providence Presents: The Cultural Connection for Better Health Healthcare is not one-size-fits-all. The relationship between patients and providers can be influenced by cultural understanding, communication, trust, family traditions, and access to appropriate resources. Dr. Montalvo brings more than 15 years of experience in family medicine and provides comprehensive primary care services to patients of all ages. Fluent in both English and Spanish, he works to connect with diverse communities through communication and quality care. This conversation highlights the importance of treating the whole person and creating healthcare experiences where patients feel seen, heard, respected, and supported. Because better health begins with connection. To learn more about Ellen Branch, click here ===> CLICK HERE ------ Whether you're tuning in for insights, solutions, or a dose of motivation, The Urban Family Focus Podcast is your destination for meaningful talk that matters. Subscribe today and be part of the movement to uplift, educate, and transform our future—one conversation at a time. Rev. Jerrold Smith is a Life Coach, Addiction Counselor, and seasoned media professional dedicated to uplifting urban families through faith, wellness, and empowerment. As host of Urban Family Focus, Rev. Jerrold brings decades of experience in community leadership, marketing, and ministry to the mic—offering real conversations, expert insight, and inspiring stories that spark meaningful change. His mission is simple: to amplify voices that matter and build stronger, healthier communities—one episode at a time. ️ www.UrbanFamilyFocus.com ️ https://www.instagram.com/urbanfamfocus/ ️ https://www.facebook.com/UrbanFamilyFocus ️ https://x.com/UrbanFam_Focus

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  Episode #63

  Black Maternal Health with Dr. Tamitra Clark & Ellen Branch

  Sep 14, 202647 minS2

  Maternal health is about more than the physical experience of pregnancy and childbirth. It also includes emotional support, access to resources, trusted relationships, cultural understanding, advocacy, and the ability to make informed decisions about one's care. 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. Black mothers and birthing families deserve to feel heard, respected, supported, and empowered throughout pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum care. This conversation explores the importance of culturally responsive support, maternal wellness, advocacy, emotional health, and community-based resources. This conversation is a reminder that when we support mothers, we support families—and when we support families, we help strengthen our communities. To learn more about Dr. Tamitra Clark, click here ===> CLICK HERE To learn more about Ellen Branch, click here ===> CLICK HERE ------ Whether you're tuning in for insights, solutions, or a dose of motivation, The Urban Family Focus Podcast is your destination for meaningful talk that matters. Subscribe today and be part of the movement to uplift, educate, and transform our future—one conversation at a time. Rev. Jerrold Smith is a Life Coach, Addiction Counselor, and seasoned media professional dedicated to uplifting urban families through faith, wellness, and empowerment. As host of Urban Family Focus, Rev. Jerrold brings decades of experience in community leadership, marketing, and ministry to the mic—offering real conversations, expert insight, and inspiring stories that spark meaningful change. His mission is simple: to amplify voices that matter and build stronger, healthier communities—one episode at a time. ️ www.UrbanFamilyFocus.com ️ https://www.instagram.com/urbanfamfocus/ ️ https://www.facebook.com/UrbanFamilyFocus ️ https://x.com/UrbanFam_Focus

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  Episode #61

  The Citizen Architect with Drake Dillard

  Aug 31, 202646 minS2

  Architecture is about more than designing buildings. It can influence how communities live, connect, grow, and envision their future. In this episode of Urban Family Focus, Rev. Jerrold Smith welcomes Drake Dillard, an accomplished registered architect, community leader, mentor, and advocate for diversity in the architectural profession, for an important conversation titled: "The Citizen Architect" With more than four decades of experience, Drake has led and contributed to complex medical, educational, and commercial projects while maintaining a deep commitment to community engagement and public service. He believes in the idea of the Citizen Architect—a professional who not only designs spaces but also listens to communities, engages with stakeholders, mentors future generations, and uses their skills to help create stronger neighborhoods. Drake's work includes the design of the Charles R. Drew University of Medicine & Science in South Los Angeles, and throughout his career, he has been a vocal advocate for increasing diversity and representation within architecture. Drake Dillard brings together professional expertise and a commitment to public service, demonstrating how architecture can become a powerful tool for community engagement, representation, and positive change. Whether you're interested in design, public service, neighborhood development, or creating stronger communities, this conversation offers an opportunity to think differently about the spaces around us—and the people who help shape them. To learn more about Rev. Dake, click here ===> CLICK HERE ------ Whether you're tuning in for insights, solutions, or a dose of motivation, The Urban Family Focus Podcast is your destination for meaningful talk that matters. Subscribe today and be part of the movement to uplift, educate, and transform our future—one conversation at a time. Rev. Jerrold Smith is a Life Coach, Addiction Counselor, and seasoned media professional dedicated to uplifting urban families through faith, wellness, and empowerment. As host of Urban Family Focus, Rev. Jerrold brings decades of experience in community leadership, marketing, and ministry to the mic—offering real conversations, expert insight, and inspiring stories that spark meaningful change. His mission is simple: to amplify voices that matter and build stronger, healthier communities—one episode at a time. ️ www.UrbanFamilyFocus.com ️ https://www.instagram.com/urbanfamfocus/ ️ https://www.facebook.com/UrbanFamilyFocus ️ https://x.com/UrbanFam_Focus

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  Episode #59

  The Healing Power of Poetry and Storytelling with Rev. Dr. Albert Starr Jr.

  Aug 17, 202645 minS2

  Can storytelling be a pathway to healing? In this episode of Urban Family Focus, Rev. Jerrold Smith welcomes Rev. Albert Starr, Jr., DD for a powerful conversation about the transformative role of poetry, storytelling, song, and art. Rev. Starr is a minister, pastor/teacher, storyteller, workshop leader, conference presenter, and Artist in Residence at Synod Assembly. A native of Durham, North Carolina, he has made Los Angeles his home with his wife, Judith, and has spent decades serving communities through ministry, education, leadership, and the arts. His career has included serving as pastor of Ascension Lutheran Church in Los Angeles, Director for African Descent Ministries, and Director for Ethnic Specific Ministries within the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America. Throughout his work, Rev. Starr has explored the intersection of race, culture, economics, faith, diversity, and community. Our stories can carry pain—but they can also carry wisdom, resilience, hope, and healing. Join us for a conversation about the power of finding your voice and giving meaning to the experiences that have shaped you. To learn more about Rev. Dr. Albert, click here ===> CLICK HERE ------ Whether you're tuning in for insights, solutions, or a dose of motivation, The Urban Family Focus Podcast is your destination for meaningful talk that matters. Subscribe today and be part of the movement to uplift, educate, and transform our future—one conversation at a time. Rev. Jerrold Smith is a Life Coach, Addiction Counselor, and seasoned media professional dedicated to uplifting urban families through faith, wellness, and empowerment. As host of Urban Family Focus, Rev. Jerrold brings decades of experience in community leadership, marketing, and ministry to the mic—offering real conversations, expert insight, and inspiring stories that spark meaningful change. His mission is simple: to amplify voices that matter and build stronger, healthier communities—one episode at a time. ️ www.UrbanFamilyFocus.com ️ https://www.instagram.com/urbanfamfocus/ ️ https://www.facebook.com/UrbanFamilyFocus ️ https://x.com/UrbanFam_Focus

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