1st & 45
1st & 45
Identifying social determinates contributing to the homicide epidemic of black males before the age of 45.Social links:
First & 45: Breaking the Cycle—Manhood, Violence, and the Fight for Our Boys - April 21, 2026
In this powerful episode of First & 45, Coach FitzHill, Pastor Drew Davis, and Bishop Fred Harris confront the harsh realities shaping the lives of young Black men—where homicide remains the leading cause of death before age 45. From domestic violence and fatherlessness to poverty, addiction, and s…
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The Hidden Risk Factors Fueling the Cycle of Violence in Urban America
Link Below For O.G Book No More Killings https://a.co/d/0cGuiBkp Most of the violence impacting black communities today stems from a deep-rooted cycle of trauma, ignorance, and failed social systems—until now. OG Jackson’s inspiring transformation from a notorious gang leader to a powerful advoc…
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Title: The Shocking Truth About Teenage Pregnancy's Lasting Impact on Black Communities
Most impactful conversations about saving our black boys start with confronting the shocking stats. Why is the leading cause of death for black males under 45 homicide—more than cancer or heart disease? And how did a 14-year-old girl tragically become a mother and a victim on the same night? These …
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Breaking the Cycle: Confronting Youth Violence Before It Starts
A powerful discussion on the root causes of youth violence, highlighting how trauma, lack of mentorship, poverty, and early life instability shape outcomes for young people. This conversation challenges reactive systems and calls for prevention through community, opportunity, and early intervention.
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Title: How Churches Can Rebuild Men’s Leadership Roles to Stop the Cycle of Violence
Most churches today are full, but where are the men? This gripping episode exposes the urgent crisis of absent and disengaged men in our community, revealing how their silence and neglect fuel America's homicide epidemic—especially among Black males under 45. If you’ve ever wondered why violence, f…
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From Survival to Secure Manhood
Exploring how mentorship, faith, accountability, and community investment can transform untethered masculinity and address the violence impacting young Black men.
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1&45: Restoring the Village: A Faith-Based Approach to Ending Community Violence
Join Coach Fitz Hill and the "First and 45" team as they explore the root causes of juvenile crime and community instability. This episode discusses the "Focused Deterrence" strategy, the impact of food deserts, and the critical importance of male mentorship in breaking cycles of generational traum…
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Faith as a Framework: Rebuilding Futures Through Purpose, Skills, and Hope
On this powerful episode of First and 45 with Coach FitzHill, Coach FitzHill, Bishop Fred Harris, and Pastor Drew Davis tackle the social, spiritual, and systemic factors driving the crisis facing Black men and boys—particularly the homicide epidemic before age 45. The conversation reframes faith n…
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