Solve for X: Atypical Approaches to Modern Problems: Recent Episodes
Tyleil Bradshaw & TJ Void
In math, X stands for the unsolved unknown. In life we are faced with plenty unknowns. Solve for X is an attempt to unpack those ethical dilemmas you discuss with friends over drinks, answer those questions that keep us up at night and even provide an out of the ordinary approach to problems that plague the modern world. Hosts Tyleil and TJ take us on a journey through various topics from parenthood and relationships to pop culture and sports. This open dialogue looks to engage and provide understanding to listeners while being educated themselves. Ultimately, conversation is the gateway to progression and that will help leave the world in a place that's better than we found it.
The battle between artists, record labels, and streaming companies has been one spanning decades. However, Tyleil and TJ attempt to work through a solution or at least towards a happy medium in this 2-part episode.
Tyleil highlights the interesting story of the recording group Vulpecks,while TJ gives record companies a word of advice on workplace relationships.
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With CD's and records on the brink of extinction, Tyleil and TJ take a look at the current construction of the music industry and discuss the blessing and the curse that is music streaming.
But first, they analyze Rolling Stone's recently released 200 Greatest Hip-Hop Albums of All Time list and decide whether they got it right or wrong.
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It's often said that when you are dating, you are dating to marry. But is that always the case?
TJ and Tyleil enter season 2 with a bang while trying to tackle all things relationship related. In a conversation that takes many twists and turns they debate the effectiveness of arranged marriages, cohabitation and polygamy compared to tradition marriage. They also discuss what they believe are the reasons for society's change in viewpoints in marriage. They ultimate land on this final question, Should marriage still be considered a legal contract and institution rather than a graduated profession of love?
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In season 1's final episode, hosts TJ and Tyleil discuss something that is bound to keep listeners intrigued. That thing is cannabis, otherwise known as marijuana or more simply put, weed.
In this episode not only do they breakdown their reasons for why weed should or should not be legal but they also clarify the difference between legalizing and decriminalizing. Atop that they also try to figure out why weed carries such a negative stigma compared to its counterparts alcohol and cigarettes. They cap the finale by discussing whether or not legalizing marijuana nationally would open Pandora's box to other currently illegal drugs.
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It is often said that "the truth will set you free" but what happens when the truth is intentionally erased and long forgotten?
With celebrations like Juneteenth and the 4th of July near, Tyleil and TJ discuss what some may call the true history of America. This conversation comes on the heels of a looming ban on critical race theory and the idea that it should not be taught in public school systems. Using the ban on CRT as a spring board your hosts dive into questions like what roles do schools play in teaching students the true history of themselves and what's the reason for the omission of writings from prominent non-white figures.
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Sometimes there is simply too much happening to focus on one specific segment of society. In this rapid fire episode Tyleil & TJ discuss this weeks top headlines
- World famous tennis player Naomi Osaka and her decision to sit out of the French Open citing mental health as the reason
- NBA playoffs and the behavior of fans
- Comedian Monique's ban on bonnets and why perception may or may not matter
- With pride month among us, how should transgender athletes participate in sports
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With graduation season among us many people are taking their next steps in life. Whether you are graduating from high school or college some important questions must be answered before transitioning into this new life, like is college a scam?
In this episode TJ and Tyleil discuss the value of a bachelors degree in todays world and if they are still necessary. To mention college without the cost would be unwise so they also attempt to answer the question of is college to expensive while discussing who these costs affect the most. Lastly, they offer alternatives to the standard college approach pushed by so many of us.
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In the podcasting world there are few bigger than The Joe Budden Podcast, but with the recent split of the dynamic trio one must ask, what are you obligated to do for your friends?
In this episode hosts TJ and Tyleil open the discussion with a simple question, no new friends or the more the merrier? From that they figure out what it means to be a good friend, the origins of friendships and the difference between those you call friends and those you call associates. They dive further into the idea of mixing friendships and business and whether or not that's a good idea.
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2% of America's population is considered what most people would see as homeless, but is the number stagnant, shrinking or growing in the Covid 19 era?
Tyleil and TJ look to tackle the difficult task of understanding the root causes of homelessness in America. This involves them looking at who is actually considered homeless, how society views our homeless population and most importantly, in what ways can we help?
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Depression and social anxiety seems to be a growing trend in todays world. However, how much is social media to blame?
Hosts Tyleil and TJ dissect the affect social media has on a persons anxiety levels but also ways to cope with and limit anxiety in social settings. They also look to highlight the difference between those who are introverts, extroverts, socially anxious and anti-social. Lastly, they also look at the validity of online relationships compared to those established in a face to face setting.
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Being a high profile athlete and celebrity is challenging on its own, especially when being coupled with the responsibility of using your platform to dissect social issues.
In this episode Tyleil and TJ discuss the validity of athlete stances on social issues, what role their voice should play in culture and the difference between the responsibility of black athletes and other races. They also take an in depth look at an article written by The Undefeated criticizing Lebron James' stance on the Covid 19 vaccine. How do you feel about athletes using their platform to discuss societal problems?
The Undefeatedhttps://theundefeated.com/features/nba-players-have-a-responsibility-to-black-people-when-it-comes-to-covid-vaccine/
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In a recent string of mass shootings including the murder of 8 spa workers in Atlanta, Georgia and the killing of 10 civilians including a police officer in a Boulder, Colorado grocery store one cant help but wonder, why does this keep happening?
In this episode hosts Tyleil and TJ walk us through the history of mass shootings as well as try to identify causes of such violent acts. A look into gun culture within the United States borders may provide answers. Also they ask the question of what role does government play in all of this while trying to provide a practical and logical solution to gun violence in America which has claimed so many lives.
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In an age where our attention is a top commodity, how do you remain consistent and focused on the things we not only have to do but also the things we want to do?
Hosts Tyleil and TJ take us on a journey through what causes us to be inconsistent, great people who are models of consistency and some unique approaches to remaining consistent by offering us goal setting techniques and the 3 P's: passion, patience and purpose. They summarize their conversation by giving this lasting thought, consistency is the gateway to productivity.
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In math, X stands for the unsolved unknown. In life we are faced with plenty unknowns. Solve for X is an attempt to unpack those ethical dilemmas you discuss with friends over drinks, answer those questions that keep us up at night and even provide an out of the ordinary approach to problems that plague the modern world. Hosts Tyleil and TJ take us on a journey through various topics from parenthood and relationships to pop culture and sports. This open dialogue looks to engage and provide understanding to listeners while being educated themselves. Ultimately, conversation is the gateway to progression and that will help leave the world in a place that's better than we found it.