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 systemic breakdowns, the conversation dives deep into the social determinants fueling a generational crisis.

Through real stories, data-driven insight, and faith-centered solutions, the hosts explore how violence is learned, normalized, and repeated—and more importantly, how it can be unlearned. They challenge men to step up as present leaders, mentors, and role models, emphasizing that transformation requires intentional intervention, not passive awareness.

This episode doesn’t just highlight the problem—it calls for action. From restoring fatherhood to reshaping mindsets and creating opportunities for young men to thrive, First & 45 delivers a message of urgency, responsibility, and hope. Because if we don’t change the play, we’ll keep losing the game.

In this powerful episode of First &amp; 45, Coach FitzHill, Pastor Drew Davis, and Bishop Fred Harris confront the harsh realities shaping the lives of young Black men&mdash;where homicide remains the leading cause of death before age 45. From domestic violence and fatherlessness to poverty, addiction, and systemic breakdowns, the conversation dives deep into the social determinants fueling a generational crisis.
Through real stories, data-driven insight, and faith-centered solutions, the hosts explore how violence is learned, normalized, and repeated&mdash;and more importantly, how it can be unlearned. They challenge men to step up as present leaders, mentors, and role models, emphasizing that transformation requires intentional intervention, not passive awareness.
This episode doesn&rsquo;t just highlight the problem&mdash;it calls for action. From restoring fatherhood to reshaping mindsets and creating opportunities for young men to thrive, First &amp; 45 delivers a message of urgency, responsibility, and hope. Because if we don&rsquo;t change the play, we&rsquo;ll keep losing the game.

Identifying social determinates contributing to the homicide epidemic of black males before the age of 45.

Identifying social determinates contributing to the homicide epidemic of black males before the age of 45.