Raising Kings
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
- Update frequency
- every 18 days
- Average duration
- 53 minutes
- Episodes
- 3
- Years Active
- 2025
Single Mom or Fatherless Home?
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 creat…
The Classroom, Companionship, Dating, and Divorce
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 he…
Raising Kings in Community!
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. …