Those Boys on the Hill
Those Boys on the Hill is a biographical coming-of-age story about three inner-city, African American brothers growing up in a group home in a farming community in Pennsylvania. Elliott and Iszel Glover use a mix of humor, sadness, and raw situational honesty to share the harrowing experiences that shaped the men they and their brother Jacque have become. Their narrative shines a light on group homes, foster care, and the grim realities of those who live through them. It is the cathartic telling of defying the odds in a system designed to fail them; of perseverance and survival; and ultimately of the resilience and tenacity of the human spirit.
Episodes
38 episodes
The Kickstarter Campaign
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Season 2
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Episode 17
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23:37
Family is Forever with the Glovers
The Glovers are back together again in this season's final episode. Moms is here to tell her side of the story, and to answer the questions that have been on everyone's mind. Tune in, and let's get through this together.A ...
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Season 2
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Episode 16
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1:07:33
HB 123 with Representative Krista Griffith
Join Those Boys as they discuss HB 123 with Krista Griffith, the state representative who is doing everything she can to help improve the aging out experience of foster children in Delaware.Check out the organization mentioned in the po...
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Season 2
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Episode 15
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1:03:06
Meet Jiggs
Those boys catch up with Anthony Jiggetts, as he discusses what it was like surviving on the streets. With a handful of cash and no resources, he tells the story of how at age 18, he ended up right back where he started. Check out ...
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Season 2
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Episode 14
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53:30
Tracie vs. Iszel
Tracie Beltran joins Those Boys for her debut episode as the fourth host for this season. Iszel has been doing a lot of interviewing this year, but Tracie sees right through it. Has he met his match? Find out on this brand new episode of ...
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Season 2
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Episode 13
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57:57
The Power of Perseverance with Shawn Garner
Those Boys catch up with old friend and alumni of Avon Grove High school, Shawn Garner. He shares what it was like growing up Black, and having to fight for his place in the community.Special thanks to Leah for being so involved a...
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Season 2
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Episode 12
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59:55
You're Here Now
Those Boys talk about what it means to be woke and how different each person's journey is when it comes to understanding racism in America. Leah's recommendations mentioned in the podcast:Layla Saad
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Season 2
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Episode 11
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53:34
Jerry Franklin Poe's Legacy
Those Boys catch up with fellow high school classmate, friend, author, entrepreneur and public speaker, Jerry Franklin Poe. He shares his perspective on growing up Black in Avondale, PA.Buy his book here:https://www.amazon...
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Season 2
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Episode 10
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55:59
Started From the Bottom, Now We're Here with Kareem Rosser
Those Boys are joined by their editor Leah Gallo as the new guest host as they speak with fellow Philly native Kareem Rosser. He is the first African-American Polo captain to lead an Interscholastic and Intercollegiate Polo team to a championsh...
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Season 2
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Episode 9
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57:43
Circumstances with Wayne Howard
Those Boys sit down with their former Coach Wayne Howard and discuss the important role he played in the lives of Those Boys on the Hill.
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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54:35
The Foster Care Stigma
The gang discusses the stigma of growing up in the foster care system, and what kind of mark that leaves in the eyes of their community.
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Season 2
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Episode 7
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52:48
The Brotherhood
Those Boys talk brotherhood, and what it meant to be one of Those Boys on the Hill. Check out thoseboysonthehill.com for merch, blog posts and more!
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Season 2
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Episode 6
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56:57
Meet Christine
Those Boys welcome Christine Griffith, an emotional support teacher, and discuss the importance of supporting children through challenging times.
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Season 1
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Episode 5
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49:00
Comfort Cases with Rob Scheer
Those Boys talk with Rob Scheer, founder and CEO of Comfort Cases, about his foster story, and why every kid going through the system needs and deserves a little extra love. You can learn more about Comfort Cases at: www.comfortcas...
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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1:06:06
A Mother's Love
Yolanda Lee, Briana's adoptive mother, joins the pod as the gang discusses the importance of adoption and proper foster care.
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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1:00:54
What an Absent Father Leaves Behind
Those Boys and Briana discuss the challenges of growing up without ever knowing their real dads. Elliott grapples with backlash from Moms over the latest blog post.
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Season 1
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Episode 2
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44:08
Is She Dead, or Not?
Those Boys catch up after their summer hiatus, and Elliott reads a book excerpt from when they first heard some harrowing news about their mother. How Great Leaders Inspire Action: https://www.ted.com/talks/simon_sinek_how_great_le...
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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1:04:08
Aging Out
With the planned guest unable to attend, the pod talks about the challenges of aging out of the foster care system and reminds everyone to join the season finale event: THOSE BOYS ON THE GRILLE, June 12th at 6:30 on Facebook live.
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Season 1
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Episode 21
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27:26
Reflections
The pod celebrates its 20th episode and reflects on favorite moments, friendship, and the progress made writing the book. Don't miss the THOSE BOYS ON THE GRILLE live facebook event on June 12th starting at 6:30pm. Also, be sure to ...
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Season 1
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Episode 20
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38:28
Chest Naked with Cory
Elliott and Iszel catch up with life-long friend Cory Spencer. They talk about their first encounter in the staircase of Avon Grove Elementary, loyalty, and understanding the fear of life after the home.
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Season 1
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Episode 19
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50:27
Food is Love
The pod shares their experiences with food and cooking and how it shaped their lives.
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Season 1
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Episode 18
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55:41
Meet Khalaf
Khalaf Mungo was the youngest brother in the house on the hill when Elliot and Iszel were about to graduate. He shares his story of how his experiences there gave him a new lease on life.
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Season 1
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Episode 17
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1:02:31
Foster Boy with Jay Paul Deratany
Those Boys connect with Jay Paul Deratany about his movie Foster Boy and his passion surrounding his work to reform the foster care system.
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Season 1
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Episode 16
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51:02