Mr. J on Raising Strong, Confident Kids Through Hip-Hop & Fitness

What if hip-hop could be more than music? In this episode of BACKtalk, we sit down with Dave Joisil — better known as Mr.

J — whose YouTube channel Hey! It’s Mr.

J! has earned over 1 million views for blending fitness, hip-hop, and social-emotional learning. He shows parents how rhythm, movement, and positivity can transform everyday moments into lessons of confidence, discipline, and joy.

From healthy habits to emotional regulation, discover how to use music and play to raise resilient, empowered kids while celebrating positive Black male role models in children’s media.