Speak Truth 2 Life: Recent Episodes
Pamela Osbey
Speak Truth 2 Life is a podcast that will cover a variety of topics, empowering yourself through self-reflections, life lessons, and transforming yourself by making changes. Come join Pam Osbey, curator of this series as she offers her views through her lens of life.
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The Sean Combs Arrest highlights the following:
- Access to money
- Power and Influence
- Allegations of trafficking and other crimes
- Rumors & Reality
Let's talk about it.
One of the cops in the Tyre Nichols case says that Mr. Nichols was not at fault and did nothing wrong in the terrible traffic case that ended his life. Let's talk about it.
This episode highlights a case in Elgin, Illinois where a middle school student experienced a racial rant from a teacher. Let's talk about it.
Last Thursday, one of the most horrible mass shootings occured in Georgia History at the hands of a 14 year old student Colt Gray. He is now charged as an adult for the grisly murders of 2 teachers and 2 students at his high school. Let's talk about it.
This story went viral a few days ago when we all found out that an employee died at their desk. It took four days for Wells Fargo to find the body, of a 60-year-old employee who clocked in on August 16 at 7 am. Her body was found on Monday morning 4 days later (August 20, 2024), shocking her colleagues who really didn't find out until social media made this a viral moment. Let's talk about it.
A sad story about how a gambling addiction led a former food director to steal over $1 Million in Chicken Wings. This has led to her getting sentenced to 9 years in Illinois prison. Let's talk about it.
My thoughts on the viral moment. Bad check writing leads to checking fraud, messed up status in ChexSystems, and other legal ramifications. Let's talk about it.
A bank glitch goes viral on several platforms including X and TikTok as Chase customers claim there was a glitch but what happened was bank fraud. Let's talk about it.
This episode discusses the impact of unleashed rage and violence that can occur in school. On August 15th, a Texas Middle School Principal tries to break up a fight and ends up attacked and now losing permanent eyesight in one eye. She had to be airlifted to a hospital. Let's talk about it.
It seems crazy that we're now finding out about a large HIV number in South Carolina, but should we be surprised? What did peak my interest was the number of people in SC including children and teens in that number. Let's talk about it.
Ava visited a local court room of Judge Kenneth King as a youth participant where a field trip to the courtroom should have highlighted careers in criminal justice, the ability to work a job and have a great experience. Due to her falling asleep during the field trip, Judge King threatened her with prison time because of her falling asleep two times during the incident. Let's talk about it.
A lyft car incident went viral a week ago on social media and it led me to learning about a real life incident of a teen who survived a similar situation. Let's talk about it.
Unless you've been under a rock, Rachel Gunn, the australian break dancer who highlighted the hip hop dance movements of generations, received a lot of interest, backlash and negative comments. Let's talk about it.
A recent article from Chicago where a former teacher shared that she (at age 74) had to return to the work force to keep her mortgage, is startling and highlights the struggle of our economy and high housing costs.
In this episode we will cover the viral moments from the last week to include: the Award Controversy of Jordan Chiles and other interesting things that occured last week that got my attention. Let's talk about it.
The Sonya Massey incident highlights serious problems in law enforcement. Why are cops not held accountable as Sean Grayson was allowed to get a job as a deputy despite having two DUIs, getting access to driving permits in the course of his job, and who was responsible for turning a blind eye to this resulting in a terrible situation for a community member vulnerable? Let's talk about it.
Can we stop to give Simone Biles Owens (yes, she's a married woman) her flowers as she is the most decorated in her field of gymnastics! Let's talk about not only her success on the floor but in her life.
On July 6, 2024 former deputy Sean Grayson took a call to resolve a concerned citizen's call that ended her life in Springfield, IL. Who is Sean Grayson and what do we now know?
A woman who lived in Springfield, IL life ends shortly after calling for deputies to assist with a concern outside of her home. Once inside the home a dispute about a pot of water brings her life to a sudden halt. Today the body camera of this incident will be released to the public. Let's talk about it.
Tyler Perry's movie Divorce in the Black is now streaming on Prime Video. While some may not like the all to familar tropes of struggle love, this movie highlights how unwavering loyalty in a toxic connections can hide red flags in the face of a failing relationship. Let's talk about it.
A few months ago, a man who lived in a storage unit with his girlfriend went viral on multiple social media platforms. Now he is going viral again due to some personal reasons. Let's talk about the choice to be unhoused to save money and or become a viral content creator vs actually homeless due to hard life issues.
Is it an urgend legend, a lie or terrible truth? A week ago, a trend on social media got my attention as it came out of Chicago talking about a betrayal and untimely death of a young rapper named Lil Scoom. Let's talk about it.
In the U.S. 9700 individuals have been harmed by firework injuries. Last week, a few individuals lost their life or were injured by misuse of fireworks, let's talk about it.
A few more things on my mind about how the power difference, lack of empathy, and struggles the Johnson's dealt with Anna Stubblefield and the disability health care providers in general. Did the power differential impact Derrick's quality of care? I tend to think so. Let me know what you think. Let's talk about it.
Former Marvel Actor Jonathan Majors was convicted of domestic violence related charges against his previous girlfriend. He recently received a perseverance award and now slated for a comeback in a new movie role. Let's talk about his journey towards healing, accountability, and positive life changes. Will the public accept his changes and will he be able to comeback to have a restored acting career. Let's talk about it.
The 24-Year-Old Sprinter who fell from grace due to testing positive from controlled substances is now back on top. She's currently in Paris for the Olympics. Let's talk about her comeback and what we can learn from her journey.
It was nearly two years ago that the world stopped for Will Smith, after the big "SLAP" with Chris Rock. Today, he has come back strong with a new movie in the Bad Boy Series with Martin Lawrence. He's released some new music, yet all of that does not matter to a certain Anchor/Analyst. Let's talk about it.
I wanted to get into the lives of the ex-husband Roger Stubblefield and one of Anna's children, a chef line cook by the name of Zoe. Let's talk about it.
Dell, like most companies in corporate and or private sector has issued a lot of hybrid work flexibilities in general to address expectations of working from home. It was reported that at least 50% of their employees failed to return back to the office and do not want to work in-person. This also means many of the employees will not be promoted or stay within a certain pay grade/salary because they are not working as an hybrid employee. Let's talk about it.
Ali Abulaban was a social media influencer with over 1 million followers. Married to his beautiful wife Anna, a toxic mix of insecurity, drugs, and violence unraveled in their lives impacting Anna and her friend Rayburn Barron in a double murder. Ali will be sentenced on June 28th with a double homicide and on his way to prison let's talk about it.
A non verbal man with cerebral palsy with the cognitive ability of a young child was taken advantage of by a woman claiming she was there to help him. Let's talk about power, gender, consent, and influence in Netflix's latest powerful documentary.
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In Renton, WA, an off duty security guard who considers himself capable of targeting criminals attacks and unfortunately unalives a 17 year old unarmed teenager, let's get into this.
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Corey Harris, the man who went viral for driving with no license has another twist in his interesting story. Will Smith & Martin Lawrence brings back another installment of Bad Boys 4. Amidst the new movie, fans of Martin Lawrence are concerned about his health. Let's get into it.
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No one wants to be rejected but sometimes that can happen in dating. After a few dates, a woman has to block a man who is hell bent on pushing his desire to stay connected. He places a tracker on her car and manually turns off the internet at her home while she's gone on vacation. Let's talk about it.
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Let's talk about how to be safe using online marketplace and the recent murder of a woman who only mistake was meeting a potential customer at their home.
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Let's talk about 2 mass shootings that occurred; one in Ohio and the other in PA. Although, it is a lower year of these shootings, why can't people use conflict resolution instead of guns. How many more lives have to be harmed in the process.
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Recently, more celebs who were previously quiet are not talking about their reactions to the Cassie/Sean P Diddy video. Let's talk about it.
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Let's dive into the TikTok Dance Cult / 7M documentary that dropped last week on Netflix. It includes alleged abuse, financial abuse and so much more.
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An Ohio woman who is categorized as a sex worker is now in hot water due to her having contact with multiple partners while knowing that she was HIV-Positive. Let't talk about it.
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A few days ago Sean Combs went live on his instagram to discuss a dark time in his life that highlights the viral video with Cassie. Let's talk about accountability, secrets, and dark traumas that can consume the soul.
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I didn't really know this was a thing but a but people are getting their homes burglarized and not by the regular people you would think. A ring of international burglars have targeted high end and affluent neighborhoods in America. Recently in Glendale, CA it was discovered that four individuals using their tourist visas committed crimes. Let's talk about it.
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Many in the public were shocked and disappointed by the viral video that displayed P Diddy's aggressive and violent nature. Let's talk about it.
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P Diddy's exposed and the explosive video highlighting a very private and sad assault against his ex partner Cassie Ventura went viral last Friday. Let's talk about it.
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Rapper Sexxy Red was invited to a school but during the school event, members of a school administration pulled her aside to tell her that she reeked of marijuana and that she needed to leave. Was the school in the wrong or should they have done their research on the rapper before the invitation? Are celebrities good role models for the youth? Let's talk about it.
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Did a teacher do something wrong or did the viral moment highlight people oversexualizing an innocent incident? Let's talk about it.
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Questions remain in the Mica Miller case. Let's talk about it.
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More shocking details about Mica Miller's relationship, the separation and his alleged girlfriend. Let's talk about it.
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A mysterious death of a prominent pastor's wife in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina has a lot of people wondering. Let's talk about it.
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When a real life veneer specialist is busted in Illinois it highlights the viral moments that have taken over my for you page on TikTok. Let's talk about it.
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Recently, the singer/songwriter came to social media to announce that he won't be be focusing on his eldest children because they are a Product of "sin". It's caused quit the stir, let's talk about it.
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A Uber driver by the name of Loletha Hall to pick up a package at the home of Mr. William J. Brock leads to a deadly conflict where the unarmed driver believing to pick up a package was confronted by Mr. Brock, and subsequently lead to her untimely death. If not for her dash camera capturing the deadly conflict as it unfolded, we would never know what happened between the two unsuspecting victims of a scam phone call.
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Data Privacy is very important to consumers and many of us have used an digital app that did not protect our privacy and a data breach may have occurred to compromise our identity. Even using a two-factor authentication which is supposed to be helping us can be breached. Let's talk about Temu and TikTok controversial moments dealing with Americans information.
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A talented London actress faces racist attacks due to being announced as the cast announcement is released in London. The negative reactions of many people online lead to the organization making an announcement and prompts over 900 Black Performers to write a letter of support. Let's talk about it.
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During the last year of high school, I do not remember doing senior pranks, that is doing a prank that engages with older seniors in my community. During my time, we did senior week activities that did not involve using water guns and pointing them at individuals. In multiple suburbs, the police in several Chicago Suburbs have warned that there are senior games that may attack playfully with seniors. Let's talk about it.
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Recently comedian Jarrod Carmichael came under fire for his reality based show and a slave play joke he made which was revealed on his show. Are we too sensitive about this or is he in the wrong?? As an artist/creative he has the right to speak his truth about any thing he deems important, however everything has consequences...lets talk about it.
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The country music gatekeepers have loudly stated that they don't want Beyonce in Country music. The backlash started after the superbowl revealing of her upcoming project And have continued after the lease of the Country Carter album release on March 29th. Let's talk about it.
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If you don't remember Carlee Russell's allegations of a kidnapping, this episode will provide a summary and reminder that fabricated stories often go as "true" without verification in our society. Let's dive into it.
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This episode features my thoughts on the story of a Kentucky woman who won 90K but quit her job. Is it better to quit a job when you win the lottery and what are the other consequences you should think about? Let's talk about it.
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This episode covers the impact of building a brand like celebrities often do, how the positive and negative aspects of revealing information to the public can have a negative impact leading to a lot of changes. Let's talk about it.
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During the Quiet on the Set documentary, an unfamiliar name came to mind Mr. Brian Peck, who apparently was given a lot of leadership roles on sets of many television shows that featured young and vulnerable child actors, and one child actor who was terribly abused. Let's talk about parental guidance and how very important it is for children to be protected in entertainment spaces.
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A woman goes viral on TikTok after complaining about a date she had recently. She mentions that her dating profile picture was real but her date said otherwise. Is the use of photo filters manipulation or a confidence booster? Let's talk about it.
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On March 26, 2024, a terrible tragedy occurred in Baltimore with the collapse of a beloved Bridge. Let's talk about it.
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A show called Ready to Love, on OWN (Oprah's Network) highlighted a love triangle and a woman on quest for love who had to choose between her attraction vs an emotionally mature man. Let's talk about it.
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A few days ago I binge watched Quiet on the Set, a documentary about the dark side of kids television programming. It was deep and really showed the darker side of entertainment industry, particularly the sad things that can happen when children actors are exposed to adults who should not be granted the innocence of talented children who act. Let's get into it!
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Content creator Angry Reactions had a few stressful moments recently related to an allegation regarding a serious incident involving a woman and domestic violence. This alleged incident involves his arrest and exoneration. Let's talk about it.
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In this episode I will highlight a few women that I feel have made a huge impact on womanhood and inspire others!
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Let's talk about squatters, who they are and how to navigate the murky waters of squatting. This is an opinion based episode so dive on in with me.
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The cost of living is the main focus on this episode. In recent years, the cost of living has increased. Rent at one point was more affordable but now it's become more expensive. Let's talk about it.
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The love story between Clay and AD, on Season 6 highlights unhealed trauma that affected their love story. Let's talk about generational trauma, love and accountability.
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The Program is an example of what can happen when youth can be exposed to horrific abuse at a young age, at the hands of adults who were either uncertified or unable to guide young people in a positive way. Instead of behavior modification, what was received is heavy and sad situation. Let's talk about it.
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This episode covers two topics, the death of a 20-year-old woman in Alabama AND the Wendy Williams updates. Let's talk about it.
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CEO of Kellogg's statements have launched a boycott that starts on April 1st and ends on June 1st. People are outraged that he thinks cereal is an affordable option. Let's talk about it.
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An innocent sleepover at a 12 year old's house reveals the monster from within. Let's talk about safety for our children and how a frantic text for help brings forth truth to save innocent girls at a sleep over.
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Over a week ago, an Atlanta woman went viral as she recalled an unhealthy relationship with her ex-husband as she did a long form series of videos on her TikTok page (50 videos, 10 minutes each) totally 500 minutes. Many people including yours truly, listened and consumed her Who TF Did I Marry? series on TikTok. There have been highs and lows in her real life story. Let's talk about it.
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The last few days have been very sad to hear about TV show host and producer (actress) Wendy Williams. A documentary called Where is Wendy Williams came out recently on Lifetime. The documentary is in litigation as we speak. Also, a few days ago, it was released that Wendy Williams is diagnosed with multiple medical issues AND frontotemporal dementia (the same condition that Bruce Willis has) is one of the conditions Ms. Williams is suffering with. Let's dive into my reaction to Part 1 of the documentary.
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Yes, Beyonce did a wonderful commercial during the SuperBowl and teased her new song "Texas Hold 'em". Post SuperBowl, now we see that she's actually releasing a new album on March 29th. Let's talk about the reaction, backlash and the Beehive!
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Public safety is important when you are out in the community and in your city enjoying an event. Sports celebrations can bring the good and bad in people. Let's talk about personal safety, gun laws and a toxic mix of arguments that spilled over into a joyful celebration of the Superbowl.
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In this episode, I highlight 2 incidents that display youth rage, emotional instability that leads to serious life complications and consequences.
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My thoughts about the interview Comedian Mo'Nique had recently displays how social media has shaped our attitudes towards each other and 'group think'. Was she wrong in speaking her truth? Is the response to her interview based on hatred of the messenger? I do feel a lot of people have missed her truth and her message because some of them have grown tired of her discussing something from 14 years ago. Let's talk about it.
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I have been a Prime member for years and now with the added fees for the perks we got free back in the day, I have put on pause my membership. Looking around, I see that it's much better for me to not be a member and save money elsewhere. Let's talk about it.
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Online relationships offer a convenient way to connect with others, however the downside is that some people can hide behind fake profiles that could have stolen a real person's identity. It brings forth a question about the motivation of catfishing and how to stay safe with connecting with others via social media. Let's talk about it.
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2024 is turning into the year of talk that talk, walk that walk, as entertainers and public figures head to a podcast and a couch to tell their truth. Former NFL Football player, Shannon Sharpe has a very popular podcast "Club Shay Shay" that caters to truth telling on a comfy couch with some libations. Next up will be controversial actress and producer Mo'Nique. Let's talk about it.
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Houston-born rapper, Megan Thee Stallion hits hard with her next single Hiss which dropped on YouTube a few days ago. While she makes references to many individuals who apparently have been speaking about her, the one that hit harder was rapper Nicki Minaj. Let's talk about the power of words.
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Last Friday during the middle of the day, two teens were fatally wounded outside of Innovations High School in Downtown Chicago. Let's talk about it.
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The Royal Caribbean 9 Month Cruise has had a lot of interesting drama. As we are in the 2nd month of the cruise, we've seen people get sick with Covid, one woman got pregnant, one individual had to leave because of medical issues, and recently one of the cruisers got drunk and had a full meltdown on Social Media. Let's talk about it.
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In 2015, a couple got accused of a kidnapping hoax by the City of Vallejo, CA when a there was a terrible incident and a woman was kidapped and subsequently sexually assaulted. Due to the police not believing the boyfriend, miscommunications were released to the general public and false narratives began to surface. Let's talk about Netflix's number 1 trending documentary "American Nightmare" which is based on a true incident.
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Last fall a Viral TikToker by the name of Ro (Ro Osman) went viral when she claimed that a man hit her with a brick and she ended in the hospital with injuries. Of course, many people were very upset by the thought of a woman getting hit with a brick and in front of men. There were heated discussions on social media and eventually she went to open a Go Fund Me account. Now, the police are stating that she alleged frauded others and an affidavit has been filed in court in Texas regarding her alleged crimes. Let's talk about it.
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Dr. Bailey was a staff member at a historically black college - Lincoln University, a post in which she joined the university in May 2023. Unfortunately, Dr. Bailey suffered from a serious mental health condition which affected her life. We will discuss FMLA, the cy of help and how sometimes mental health has a stigma that affected this woman in a life changing decision.
Some people feel that Dr. Bailey should have left her job, however I do feel the school should have given resources to her in the interim. Let's talk about it.
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This episode includes my thoughts on the podcast that took over the internet (47M); Migrants in Illinois during the winter and Return To Work Mandates.
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This continues to be the year of the reveal. Over 200 bodies were found in shallow graves only marked by crosses and numbers. A few of the bodies had identification when dug up by the authorities. Civil Rights Activist/Attorney Ben Crump is representing a few of the families. Let's talk about it.
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A few days ago, this topic was trending on my "for you page" but I wasn't sure if it was real or not. Then I woke up and saw the news had covered this terrible issue. Given there are a few residents left in an building deemed unlivable, why was a crew there to board up the entire apartment complex without confirming all tenants were gone. Let's talk about it.
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Who knew that a sit down at a podcast with Former NFL player and Host of Club Shay Shay (Shannon Sharpe) would bring forth comedy gold, life truths, and visceral reactions from celebrities and others. Katt Williams holds no punches at a almost 3 hour podcast. Let's Talk About it.
The podcast was released on YouTube on Club Shay Shay 3 days ago...
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Drop offs of migrants in major cities like Chicago, New York and Denver pose other challenges such as managing stretching budgets of homeless shelters and community resources. Will the White House provide more relief to aid the sanctuary cities? How will migrants manage living on the streets if there is no housing or alternative housing is scarce and managing a bitter/challenging weather conditions? Let's talk about it.
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Simone Biles husband NFL player Jonathan Owens recently made comments on a popular podcast talking about how he is the "catch" and how he "pulled" Olympic star Simone Biles has tongues waggling. Let's talk about it.
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An influx of migrants in the Suburbs of Chicagoland area have concerned citizens and local authorities in Westmont, Aurora,Manhattan and Kankakee asking questions. Let's talk about how this affects local goverments, their communities and the migrants. In terms of underlying medical conditions that can affect a death or pain in migrants, that is a different concern altogether.
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Social media influencer, actor and producer Christian Keyes is well known in Entertainment. In a social media post 62-minute long live stream he shares his experience in being sexually harassed. Let's talk about it.
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We are a mere week away from Christmas with New Years Eve shortly behind. Here are my thoughts about navigating the holiday blues. Let's Talk about it.
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For some, the holiday season can be happy and or filled with sadness. In this episode, I offer some 'thinking' points about setting boundaries for your holiday season, self - care and being realistic about how you want to focus on the best for you, your soul and spirit.
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The day after Thanksgiving a local Tinley Park neighborhood experienced destruction of property by teens having fun, or was it? A holiday tradition of putting up displays with bright lights attracted the attention of teenagers who threw fireworks and eggs to destroy it. What is the lesson here? Let's talk about it.
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As we are gearing up for the new year, let's talk about the cost of living, how to navigate it, and find ways to reduce cost and managing our finances.
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Two cases that I cover this episode remind me that mothers are often very vulnerable to imbalanced children/men who grow up with very little mental health support. In Illinois, a former NFL player's mother was found dead. In New York City, a deranged man drags his mother down a Manhattan street urging her to give him money from an ATM machine. Let's talk about it.
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Victoria Cruises offers adult only cruises and there was a rumor they might offer up to 2 years living on a cruise option. Would you book a cruise ship for that long and would would you miss if not at home? Let's talk about it.
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The Adult Survivors Act in New York State enabled older cases to be filed for victims of sexual assault. The last few cases in NY State include claims against Axl Rose, Jamie Foxx, Bill Cosby, Mayor Eric Adams to name a few. Let's talk about it.
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Recently, singer Cassie Ventura better known as "Cassie" who was the ex-girlfriend of Sean Puffy Combs filed a civil lawsuit against the music mogul for sexual crimes such as sexual trafficking and abuse. A day later after the lawsuit was filed, the case was settled out of court between the two parties. Let's about it.
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When a young woman meets a potential partner on a dating app, they form a quick connection which leads to a date in her home. After a nice dinner and movie, things heat up. Unfortunately during this incident, something unexpected happens causing a violent situation. Let's talk about it.
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On November 17th if there is no deal in place, the federal budget for Fiscal year 2024 will not be in place for President Biden to sign and 4 million federal workers along with tons of Americans will be impacted. Let's talk about it.
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The mysterious death of a Charlotte business woman remains unsolved. The family is now set to file a civil suit against the six travel mates who traveled from Charlotte to Mexico with her. Let's talk about it.
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Recently, tv host and actress KeKe Palmer filed in a California court that she suffered physical and emotional abuse from her ex partner. Public opinion and reckless narratives are running wild on social media. Let's talk about it.
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Over 20,000 migrants have come to the City of Chicago and now we are at a point of no return. Lack of housing and the need for migrant housing is at a critical point. Let's talk about it.
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A year long fight over noise between two neighbors, end the life of two who were unarmed. Let's talk about communications, lack of respect for life and managing conflict.
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Food critic, Keith Lee has amassed 14.5 million followers on Tik Tok. During a recent food tour in Atlanta, Georgia, he experienced the highs and lows of offering his food reviews to places he was invited to. His food tour videos received 95 million views with people all over the U.S and other global locations such as Africa and the U.K who watched these videos online. Let's talk about how getting real with your opinion can tick off more than a few people.
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Honoring some celebrities and personal friends/loved ones the world has lost recently.
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This episode features my thoughts on how unhealed trauma in people can lead them down dark paths. In the first story, we discuss the 2014 story of a 12 year old child found hiding in a basement, the truth on why he did was shocking! In the second story, we discuss how a court case on Judge Mathis's show highlights a different type of nightmare - one in your home in which the difference between tough love can turn abusive in nature.
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A nineteen-year-old college student who flunked out of school, stabs her fifty-year-old mother when the truth of her lies forces her to face reality. Let's talk about it.
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In light of celebrity gossip and the general public being drawn to it, why are we drawn to it and how has it shaped us. Let's talk about it.
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A subleasing social media post had me thinking about my own interesting experiences of dealing with different roommate/subleasing issues. Let's talk about it.
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Pinkett-Smith, revealed in an intimate interview with NBC last week that her and her famous husband have been separated since 2016. She then went on to discuss her journey in their life since being separated and her new book, "WORTHY". Let's talk about it.
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Twenty-eight-year-old content creator Asher Glean whose TikTok is full of comedy recently revealed he dates a white woman. All of a sudden his primarily black demographic of women has decreased where he allegedly lost 2 million subscribers. This is a huge change and was it triggered by the expectations of the black culture or society norms? Let's talk about it.
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A woman stops a marriage from occurring due to finding out her partner had gender loving relationships with men in college. She said it was a deal breaker, he says they should proceed since that was his PAST. Let's talk about it.
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Phrogging is defined as a stranger getting access to someone's home illegally, staying in it and possibly stalking an unaware targeted person or group of people.
A newlywed couple in Hawaii, returns from a vacation and finds a complete stranger in their home. After a strange encounter, a police arrives and uncovers the strange truth. Let's talk about it.
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I found this story to be very interesting as it's very rare for a family to find themselves fighting and keeping land from their ancestors. An Alabama family found themselves fighting to keep land inherited. Let's talk about it.
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On September 10, 2017, Kenneka Jenkins was out at a party at a Chicago hotel where her friends had invited her to. During this party and afterwards, Jenkins was seen on video stumbling around near a restaurant at the hotel. She was last seen near a freezer area where eventually her body was found days later. Unfortunately, security attached to the hotel didn't review or failed to review security tapes in a good amount of time that could have prevented her from dying in the freezer. Recently, a lawsuit was finally settled which is undisclosed to the public for security reasons. Let's talk about it.
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Earlier this year, a TikToker who is a plus-size content creator went viral with 1.7Million Views of her experience at an airport. She states she was embarrassed when she was asked to put her body on a luggage scale in full view of other passengers in an unknown airport. Let's talk about it.
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Back in 2019, a young teenage mother from Brighton (outside of London) decided to go celebrate her 18-year-old birthday. She went as far as 150 miles outside of her home to hang with friends and celebrate. Meanwhile, she left alone in her home, her 20-month-old child Asiah. Let's talk about it.
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A recent documentary by gospel and grammy winner Kirk Franklin went viral when he discusses his healing journey towards learning who his biological father is. Let's talk about it.
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A few weeks ago on a weekend, a TikToker who goes by the name of Ro was attacked by a man who threw a brick. Since then, people have been on two sides of a gender war where either they believe or don't believe her. Let's talk about it.
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It's that time again, in two more weeks, a new budget for the fiscal year 2024 must be agreed upon by both political parties. If not, government workers will be once again in the hot seat, either having to work because they're considered essential or they will be sent home and not working at all. Furloughed employees will have to report to work. Other federal workers will be sent home...
Now this makes the branding of working for the federal government, really hard to impress new college graduates and other individuals interested in working for the government.
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Tyler Perry, filmmaker, actor and billionaire has recently made statements to Black women about dating down. In a recent podcast, he encourages them to find love where they can and don't limit themselves if the man does not earn a lot of money. Let's talk about it.
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In Seattle, WA, 8 months ago, a 23 year old year graduate student unfortunately crossed paths with an inattentive police officer who accidently killed her while he was in pursuit of an active call. Overheard on a body cam video, two officers discuss the incident with disgusting and unfortunate behavior that is not becoming of a law enforcement official. Let's talk about it.
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On Aug. 16th Alicia Lofton filed divorce from her husband, Marcus Lofton after realizing that her husband was living a double life. On Aug. 17th she informed him that she was selling their home and filing for divorce. In a heated argument, the couple got into a verbal dispute that had Alicia fighting for her life. The end result was her untimely death at the hands of her husband. Let's talk about it.
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This life lesson comes as two black truck drivers sat in a South Dakota Denny's trying to get food. After waiting for a while to be served, their were finally told that they couldn't be served and the waitress snatched back their orange juice from the table then proceeded to call local authorities. Let's talk about it.
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In the last week and a half I have heard of 3 stories where women were attacked unprovoked by women resulting in rage, violence, and it begs the question, why the uptick in our communities. Let's talk about it.
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24 hours after a gunman kills 3 blacks in a Dollar General Store (Florida), an armed man attempts to enter an African American church in Pennsylvania but is turned away. On the corner in the same community he points his gun at 2 women but walks away. He is later apprended by police. Let's talk about it.
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Imagine you just had a baby and all of a sudden you and your entire family get sick. The unknown odor in your home is not what you thought it was - after you put a hidden camera outside your door you find out the awful truth. A talented and sick neighbor has been poisoning you. This is not a Lifetime movie it is a true story that happened in Tampa. Let's talk about it.
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At the time of the incident in Kenosha, WI, Kyle crossed state lines between Illinois and Wisconsin and encountered several individuals who were protesting the shooting of Jacob Blake. Rittenhouse, 17 at the time, had to go through legal cases and won his Self Defense case absolving him of the tragedies that claimed two men's lives and wounded another individuals. Now Rittenhouse is still going through lawsuits after his initial case was dismissed. Let's talk about it.
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A 21-Year-old who sought hatred and planned this incident wrote a manifesto and legally purchased his weapons. Let's talk about it.
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Last Saturday, August 26, 2023, a lone shooter targeted three innocent shoppers in a Dollar General store in a predominantly black neighborhood in Jacksonville, Florida. Let's talk about it.
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In February 2023, Singer-songwriter Tyrese Gibson of "Fast and Furious" movie franchise, is alleged to have experienced racial profiling at The HOME DEPOT. Let's talk about it.
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An article I read discussed the impact of socialization missing from working 100% at home. While others may not see this as a problem, I've experienced working fully remote and I know what it feels like when you are missing social skills due to not working fully in an office or work environment. Let's talk about it.
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In this biweekly wrap up I discuss
- Former Football Player Michael Oher discovers his conservatorship isn't what he thought it was
- NYC affordable rent is good for some people but not others
- Some political TikTokers are removed permanently
- Biden's Student Loan Forgiveness hits the first round of borrowers
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In Late July 2023 I started to hear medical doctors on my social media discussing the ERIS subvariant. Now I am seeing there was numbers back in February globally around a smaller percentage. Now the COVID numbers for this strain are up to 17.4 of the cases in the U.S. Should we be concerned or just stay aware of this? Let's talk about it.
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A young boy in Lansing, Michigan and his family is reeling from a mistake made by LPD officers after they try to find a suspect for a string of car thefts. At the same time, a young community member goes to take out his family's trash and is identified by LPD officers as a potential suspect. The video on TikTok amassed over 5 Million Views. Let's talk about it.
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In this episode, I thought we'd take a look at American Brands that started with a dream but now are owned outside of the country. What I liked about the back stories of the founders of these brands is how it started with a simple idea. Let's talk about it.
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A 29-year-old woman visiting UAE/Dubai has been detained since getting in a heated argument with a local car company. She has been charged with public indecency charges as well has having been detained since April 2023. Let's talk about it.
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A TikToker by the name of Sara brings up a valid point about job satisfaction as she ponders wanting to quit a new job on the 4th day. Let's talk about it.
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On Saturday, an impatient group of revelers did not want to move their boat and attacked a co-captain of a popular Montgomery Alabama Riverboat called Harriott II. Lack of respect for rules and regulations of the waterways led to an awful confrontation. Let's talk about it.
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After Biden announced his attempt to alleviate individuals who paid 20-25 years of payments through the IDR program. Conservatives claiming that they are attacking misuse of power and not trying to stop Student Debt, have filed a lawsuit. Let's talk about it.
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Singer-songwriter Lizzo has created a brand of body positivity, self-love and inclusion. Now it is facing backlash as people are piling on a lawsuit from former dancers alleging that there has been harassment, hostile work environment and more creating a firestorm. Let's talk about it.
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Hey Houston, are you okay over there. The new approach by Houston ISD now wants to use libraries as detention centers to address misbehaving students. Let's talk about it.
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Social media continues to be in an uproar about the lack of strong charges against Carlee Russell and her crimes of faking a kidnapping. Let's talk about it.
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A Gen X'er uses her TikTok platform to create a great discussion around the disparity between the haves and the have nots in our society. Why is rent so high and why are Gen Z having to live at home with their parents. The bottom line is that corporations have purchased a lot of stock and invested in apartment complexes and taken over real estate. To the point where it's too expensive for college students and young adults to invest in getting their own home. Let's talk about it.
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Singer Monica of 90s R&B fame, addressed a crazy and unfortunate incident at the Riverfront Music Festival last week in Detroit. When she observed a man hitting a woman in the audience, she immediately stopped the concert to try to deal with the issue and immediately had the man removed. Let's talk about concert safety.
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A few weeks ago, I saw a lot of comments about Beyonce and Jay Z's daughter and her dancing ability. Many grown women were roasting her online giving their unsolicited comments about the 11 year old's dancing style. There were even a lot of crazy dialogue about some people not wanting to see her perform along side of her mother. Let's talk about it - is it harmless or disrespectful cyberbullying in effect?
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In a post on social media on July 22nd, Mya Simmons, the sister of Carlee Russell's boyfriend spoke out about the incident, how it impacted their family. She also expressed her concern for Carlee's mental health and stated that she is tired of seeing online personalities and cyberbullying. Let's talk about it.
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I had pulled for her the whole time but I never said I didn't want her to be accountable. Today this young woman and her attorney told the truth - Carlee Russell was never kidnapped. Let's talk about it.
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After months of conspiracy theories and false narratives about our favorite comedian/actor/producer, Mr. Jamie Foxx has come from the shadows to explain about his medical condition, the aftermath and where he is now. Let's talk about it.
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Tuesday afternoon the Hoover police held a press conference to discuss their investigation on Carlee's disappearance. Let's talk about it.
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A young and vivacious social media influencer, 21-Year-Old Augusta Osedion has died at the hands of her lover. Her boyfriend, Benjamin wrote on social media that he is responsible for her death. The penalty for this crime in Nigeria is capital punishment. Let's talk about how toxic relationships can lead down this road.
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Last Friday, I received notice along with other student borrowers that I met the eligibility of some of my federal loans to be forgiven. This was in response to a broken system that Biden Administration and Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona identified to tighten up the kinks of the IDR program. Let's talk about it.
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A lot of questions remain unanswered as the 25-year-old nursing student was found and returned to her family home on Saturday, July 15 after being missing for 2 days. This intriguing story has gotten the attention of several news outlets and social media on all platforms. Let's talk about it.
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On July 13, 2023, Carlee Russell observed a toddler walking on a highway. Concerned, she called a family member and then a 911 dispatcher. Shortly there after when the police showed up, she was missing but her car was found along with her belongings. There was no child or Carlee Russell in sight. Let's talk about human trafficking and the danger that lurks.
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Snopes.com did a deep dive on TEMU and their shady practices. On social media, people have been arguing about if they want to use TEMU because of their very low prices. Let's talk about TEMU and SHEIN and how you can protect your information if you want to use any services on your phone or computer.
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Recently, a TikToker who taught in schools shared her reasons on quitting. She noted that "her peace of mind" was the best thing as a result of leaving the profession. Let's talk about it.
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Let's talk about the Supreme Court's ruling against using Affirmative Action for Black Students in College Admissions. It's interesting yet reminds me that athletic college admissions or military college admissions using race won't change.
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In France, youth protesters are asking for change and after a 5th night of riots that harmed communities and targeted the Mayor of a French town, over 3,000 people have been detained. Let's talk about it.
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Some Americans are making decisions to cancel vacations. They are also canceling trips due to financial difficulties and money issues. We will discuss a few surveys that highlight this issue with Americans. Let's talk about it.
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Many people are upset that the Supreme Court ended the fantasy of the Student Loan Debt being wiped out as promised by the Biden Administration. Will you pay or let yourself default? Will you apply for a remedy that will allow you to participate in the Public Loan Forgiveness Program or the newly created SAVE program to get access to affordable monthly payments? Let's talk about it.
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On Father's Day June 18th, two lives were forever changed. Once due to unhinged actions that lead to an awful conflict. Let's talk about it.
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I have been working from home for over three years as a private sector employee. On Monday, I will begin working in an office environment. So we have a lot to talk about. The last few weeks have been challenging and very self reflective. I enjoy WFH life but I began to miss the value of traveling to work and connecting with others in-person. Let's talk about my new challenge and ending my last day of working from home.
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A group of five individuals went traveling to see a Titanic expedition, went missing after departing. A few days ago, I didn't know about it nor did I know that the submersible was navigated by a game console type of gadget. Allegedly, the participants of the sub had to sign waivers before getting on the small sub that allowed the five men to sit in the small space.
Now that it's vanished where could they be?
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Rent is high all over, not just here in the U.S but in other locations and countries. A young South Wales couple, age 22 and 24 respectively were gifted a caravan and decided to move into it in December 2022. Six months later, they see the value in saving up for their dream home while renovating a free caravan. Let's talk about it.
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A TikTok video reminded me of the fact that mental-health injuries do qualify for Workers Compensation. Let's get into what Workers Compensation is and how it can help employees if they do experience a work-related injury. Not only as a sprain, strain, burn or cut but a mental condition can be developed from a work environment as well.
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The current retirement age is 65 in the United States. The GOP conservatives want Americans to work past the age of 65 and retire at age 69 for year 2033. Basically, this was from a study on Social Security. Let's talk about it.
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Earlier this month, at 9:30 p.m. A mother and her child was on a Stone Mountain Highway, heading towards their home. Unfortunately, another driver felt, the mother was driving too slow and began a barrage of bullets into the mother's SUV. Let's talk about road rage and how it can affect others.
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On June 2, 2023 at 9pm, the mother of four children, Ajike Owens approached the apartment of a neighbor Susan Lorincz. Earlier in the day, her children was playing outside by a patch of field near Susan's apartment. It is a well known community shared space that Susan doesn't own. The children had a negative interaction with Susan resulting them in running back home in haste leaving an iPad. Ajike was informed by one of her son's of what occured, another conflict with Susan and as she approached the apartment to discuss the matter with Susan, Ajike was striked one time by a gun shot that ended her life. Let' s talk about it.
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These are my thoughts regarding the latest updates on culture wars in America including the Donald Trump Indictments. Keep your eyes and ears open! Nothing may be what it seems. Let's talk about it.
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Why are travel alerts increased for the U.S and have you checked any as a visitor to the country? Let's talk about it.
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Concerns about work requirements for the new Biden Debt Ceiling Deal that adds work back to benefits for individuals 16-59 have been a talking point. Let's take a deep dive on this and see how it will impact recipients.
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Two different stories with the same result - loss of life. In Canada, an engaged couple embroiled in an argument with their landlord, ends their life. A Teen who was accused of stealing a bottle of water has been murdered by a gas station owner. The police did not find any evidence of him stealing the water bottle. Let's talk about conflict and how it can escalate to serious loss of life.
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As I see the updates on new and old cases, I wanted to recap on Tyre Nichols case and recent gun violence stories in Chicago and Mississippi. One thing I am reminded of is that we as a community have to do our part to assist in our children's safety. For gun violence stories with law enforcement, something has got to change. Let's talk about it.
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Hard-lined conservatives most likely won't like the tentative bill struck between Kevin McCarthy and President Biden. Only time will tell if it will be approved by the Republicans and Democrats. Let's Talk About It.
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In a school dormitory in Guyana, a teen girl whose phone was taken away due to her liaison with an older man led to a terrible fire. This dorm had 57 students in it and 38 survived. Guyana had three days of mourning due to this terrible tragedy. Let's talk about it.
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It was a few days before her graduation from Loyola University, when CPD officer Preston arrived home in Avalon Park to end her shift. Wearing her uniform and exiting her car, she was attacked and fatally shot by 4 teenagers in a failed robbery attempt. She was days a way from receiving her Masters Degree in Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement. She was only 23-Years-Old.
What lessons can be learned from this incident? Let's talk about it.
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Multiple states including Florida, Missouri and Texas among a few are rolling back protections for special class of individuals who seek their own individuality, gender affirming care and it has created a divide between political parties, christians and individuals who are clashing over values. Let's talk about it.
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A TikToker goes on airing out personal grievances with her husband allegedly cheating on a Work trip to Vegas. By the time he gets back home, all hell breaks loose. Let's talk about it.
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Once again, we have bad behavior in a class room. A 23-Year-Old Substitute Teacher thought it was good to create a fight club in a middle school in Tallahassee Florida. Let's talk about bad classroom management and what can be learned.
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The immigrant community in Florida was informed by Governor Ron DeSantis's new bill that aims at countering undocumented immigrants and terrorism. Let's talk about it.
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Imagine a great cruise and you go to the bathroom. You use it after going to the club or buffet. While doing this, you aren't thinking about the boogeyman but there was one on a Royal Caribbean cruise that used unauthorized equipment to film over 150 passengers including 40 minors. Let's talk about safety during cruising.
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Last weekend Chris Brown and Usher allegedly scrappled outside of a party that Usher paid for Chris. That's right, Chris Brown, a mentee of Usher's and associate in the music industry got into a heated argument with actress Teyana Taylor. When Usher saw this occur, he tried to intervene to de-escalate the situation. It didn't go according to plan. Let's talk about it.
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Jordan Neely, 30, was a subway performer who dressed up as Michael Jackson. He had a number of problems which resulted in his untimely death as he had a mental breakdown on a New York City train. After hearing his rants and raving, three passengers decided enough was enough and one of them being a marine vet, placed a chokehold on Jordan. This resulted in him dying from that incident. Let's talk about it.
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On Saturday, in the middle of the day at 3:36pm a man came out of his car and began shooting with an AR-15. As a result many people died. Let's talk about lawmakers responses and my initial thoughts about Power versus People.
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A Louisiana woman told her partner that he couldn't use her car, instead he grabbed a 9 mm and ended her life. Let's talk about one of the deadly consequences of gun violence - domestic violence!
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The problem with the government's Public Student Loan Forgiveness program is well documented. We are going to look at a case of a therapist who has been paying his student loans since 1994 and still has yet to receive confirmation that he has fulfilled his obligation. Between his loans changing student loan providers, delays with a new student loan company, and paperwork errors, he is beyond frustrated. Let's talk about it.
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A horrific night after neighbors get into a confrontation after words are exchanged. All they wanted was sleep, all he wanted was to be in his yard. Yet, 5 were shot and 2 angels covered the bodies of 3 kids to save them. Let's talk about conflict management skills and the easily triggered in America using high powered guns.
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After a ten-month relationship, a woman and her partner gets into a heated argument because she wanted to post pictures of them on social media. At the beginning of the relationship, he told her no pictures online. During the relationship, the man posts pictures of himself with his friends and family. As a result of his stubbornness, she decides to post a video on TikTok that went viral and where she finally learns the truth. Let's Talk About It.
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A twenty-year-old young woman by the name of Kaylin Gillis was in the car with three of her friends when they got lost in Upstate New York. They were briefly in a driveway and turned around when shots rang out ending her life. Let's talk about the uptick in wrong house type of murder incidents. Is this fear of the unknown or a string of incidents with people who have been too isolated?
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A millenial goes live talking about the stress she goes through as she describes her resignation from a position. At first her boss does not acknowledge her resignation and tells her no. She gives her two-week notice and continues with her process, earning a new position and less stressed job situation. Let's talk about why it's important to be true to yourself in terms of career, jobs and or advocating for the best work situation.
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A TikToker recorded after her reaction to a Target employee following her around the store in a viral video (over 200,00 views) that discusses an unwanted attention that some black customers experience. She was being followed by security highlighting stores discriminatory actions towards some blacks that shop in stores. Is she guilty by association or is this racism? Let's Talk.
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In this short episode we discuss two topics; Jamie Foxx's recent medical emergency and actor Morgan Freeman's rare interview where he denounces the title "African American and Black History Month" Let's talk it out!
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After a celebration and partying, a 16-year-old teenager was on his way home and saw a car plunge in a river. He got into action, selflessly saving 3 girls and an officer who responded to the emergency. Let's talk about positive youth who are heroes.
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A Virginia Mom whose child shot his 25-year-old Elementary School teacher recently turned herself in to police and posted a bond. This is an update from the previous story about the events that happened on January 6th at the child's school. Let's talk about it.
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Last week an unfortunate situation occured when an unarmed, innocent teen went to the wrong house in Northland N.E Kansas neighborhood. He was one block from where he should have been. When he rang a door bell, the owner of that house responded not with a conversation but with two bullets in this young teen's body. There is no criminal referral at this time and the neighbor in question is free living at his home.
The teen is now in the hospital sustaining serious conditions. Let's talk about where the civility has gone in the U.S and can it be repaired?
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A 53-year old administrator in Arizona started to work virtually and loved her work life balance. Then her employer required her to work remotely 2 days and come into to the office 3 days a week. Now, they are asking for her to work full time. She went back to work in the office and was so miserable that she quit her job and opted for another job where she can work remotely. Let's talk about it.
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Job loss is not easy. During this year, we have seen a lot of corporations lay off employees. McDonald's is no different. Let's talk about how the use of automation and McDonald's focus on digital and changing their strategies has created a lot of employees to lose their employment. I will add my professional and personal experiences for using social media and your own work experiences to be READY for any potential JOB LOSS. Let's talk.
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Last week after heated and boisterous discussions about the need for sensible gun laws, not only in Tennessee but in the U.S., 2 Lawmakers Justin Pearson and Justin Jones who each represent 78,000 constituents, were expelled from their roles in TN House last week. Both are expected to possibly return at some point. Let's talk about this new tactic in punishing lawmakers. Will this be a 'green light" for other states to adopt?
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A Federal Judge is rolling back some preventive services that patients use Obamacare for (cancer screenings, mammograms, and other services), if the lawsuit against parts of Obamacare go through, people will have to pay more co-pays and preventive services will no longer be free. This is very sad to hear given some people are already stretched thin. The second part of this episode talks about accountability in intimate relationships. As you know, if you aren't accountable, then you have other consequences to deal with.
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A 20-year-employee of the San Jose Police Association known as "Grandma" has been linked to an international drug trade distribution ring. Starting in 2015 with illegal activities through 2023, she used her home and company-issued computers to organize drugs to be sent to her U.S address. If convicted, she will face up to 20 years in jail. Let's talk about it.
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One question has been asked by many digital creators about the TikTok Ban - is this about national security or does the U.S want to use the RESTRICT at to limit Americans ability to express themselves on digital technology. Let's talk about it.
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This breaking news over the weekend Ant-Man and Creed III Star Johnathan Majors was arrested in New York City over an incident that happened on Saturday. Let's talk about it.
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Here in the U.S, since COVID benefits and programs that benefited from COVID are now changing. The Supplemental Nutritional Program better know as SNAP or EBT card has changed its initial benefits. Many people are losing an average of $85 dollars. So the question is could you eat and live off of $23 a month for a single person. Let's talk.
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Let's talk about the bipartisan bill created and passed in Congress. They say it's to provide protection on Americans information. However, there doesn't seem to be a real privacy law for data brokers using and abusing Americans information.
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3 women crossed over into Mexico on Feb. 24th and are now missing. We will discuss this incident and an update on the 4 Americans that were missing in Mexico. Let's talk.
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Will a bill on from a California Lawmaker make it a 4 day (32-Hour) work week as Federal Mandate? Let's talk about how the U.S compares to other countries for maintaining their employees, preventing burnout and managing a different work week.
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Today's episode will cover two topics. The first topic discusses travel safety and the unfortunate kidnapping of 4 Americans. The second topic discusses a viral rant by a man who has fathered 7 children. Let's talk about.
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A Colorado woman takes advantage of a young boy and as a result gets pregnant. Due to a back door deal with the case, she avoids jail time. Let's talk about it.
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A few days ago, a second train derailed in SW Ohio. Is there a way people can prepare for power outages and what can be done about lawmakers who fail to protect its citizens with policies that only seem to help the corporations? Let's Talk about it.
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In its first global streaming live event, Netflix went Live on Saturday, March 4th with comedian Chris Rock in an one-hour special that featured his thoughts on people's attitudes and attention in social media, society, and multiple themes that lead to his last minute 10 to discuss the Will Smith Incident. The public outrage is split between fans of Chris Rock and fans of Will Smith. Some people thought this special was 'a little too late" while others praised Rock for his comedic genius. Let's talk about it.
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On a professional level, I have enjoyed working in the home after working 9-5 for more than 15 years of my life. Covid-19 offered me an opportunity to work full time at home and I jumped at the chance. Like others who were able to take advantage of this opportunity, I am serious and hard working. However, some people do not know how to work at home - and often will get caught off guard if they are not honest and get caught up! Companies are smart and have technology built around tracking employee's work habits and productivity. Now that COVID-19 may be ending as a health crisis in the U.S. there is more talk of companies reducing the amount of work from home job opportunities. Will companies offer more of teleworking, hybrid or working full time to in-person office activities. Let's talk about it.
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In this episode we will discuss 2 incidents that occurred in the past week that reveal the darkness of racism. One, a customer goes off on workers at a Pizzeria in Maryland and the interesting story of a well known cartoonist who revealed his deep seated thoughts. Do thoughts reveal the truth or fear of individuals who lash out at others due to their deeply held beliefs? Let's talk about it.
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This week had so much packed with updates, so join me in discussing some of the trending stories for the end of this week.
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While the student loan debt relief program is tied up in legal cases, we the students must get on it. That means, figure out a way to address the student loan debt while waiting for the Supreme Court to make their decision. At the end of this month a case will be heard and judged. By June we will have no more time (extension will be done) and 60 days after that we may receive a notice from the federal government to discuss our bills. So whether or not you plan for the financial obligation or wait...is up to you. Let's talk about it.
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With guns readily available, gun laws either stagnant and not keeping up with the times, pain from loss of life continues in America. In the new year, we have had over 71 shootings within the last 6 weeks. When will it stop? Let's talk about it.
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As per usual, the superbowl was interesting, not just because of two black quarterbacks or the singing of the Negro National Anthem but people upset over Artist Rhianna dancing and providing a family friendly performance. Let's talk about it.
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A new teacher goes to social media to discuss her frustrations about a series of videos posted by her students mocking her. When she goes to school administration, they do not support her. When the videos go viral, this teacher melts down stating she may resign from the position because the students using phones in the classroom. Let's talk about it.
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Breaking news about Ex-MPD COP Preston Hemphill's lies and how he tried to suppress the truth of what happened at the unauthorized traffic stop that lead to Tyre Nichol's death. Let's talk.
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This is a short episode discussing how a mafia killer was able to live a double life as a pizza chef, meanwhile on the run for 16 years. Let's Talk About It.
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Let's talk about the untimely death and violent assault of photographer/skateboarder Tyre Nichols who was a father and loved skating. After a violent interaction with a special unit called SCORPION in Memphis, he succumbed to his injuries on January 10th. Tomorrow he will be laid to rest.
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Serious changes will have to be made due to the federal budget and federal ceiling. Will the Republicans fall through on changing Social Security and Medicare and how will this affect seniors and those with disabilities. How many people have end of life decisions planned out such as burial insurance, life insurance, knowing their family members social security so that they can obtain a death certificate. No one wants to think about these serious issues but if you are over the age of 40, you have to start thinking about these issues. Let's talk about it.
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According to the secretary of treasury in U.S. Janet Yellen says we need to be mindful that in June 2023 or before, if Congress doesn't allow the current debt to be raised, many things in America's 247 years will be clashing with real life consequences. Do you have a good pantry or have saved money for emergencies? Now is the time to be building up your plan to thrive through a possible recession if the debt ceiling is not raised. Let's talk about it.
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Newly elected congressman, George Santos (R-New York) has made some waves with the political webs of his life that has unfolded. His interesting resume includes questions about his acting, his background, and things he claimed he has done but has not. There are also 3 different versions of his name that has been revealed leaving more questions unanswered. New York Republicans want him to resign but he allegedly says he will not. Let's talk about it.
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This is a follow up to the shooting done by a six-year-old student in Newport News, VA. Let's talk about the red flags. What did the school do that led to Abigal Zwerner and her entire class being unprotected in a disturbing situation that led to gun violence once again in America's schools.
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There are multiple angry or discontented workers applying for jobs as they are in a rage, upset about lack of promotion or growth in a job. Others are quietly quitting where they take stock of their job responsibilities and will only work the bare minimum in the position. What is fair for the employer or employee? Is it possible that these employment matters are a pattern of stagnation in the work field. Let's talk about it.
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Last year a mother and her daughter began having issues at a property they moved into. After a series of resident complaints and a dancing near the community pool, they were evicted. Was this a case of racism as the mother alleges or something else?
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Twenty-eight-year-old Wendy Duan taught 3rd grade reading classes and was teaching in her district since 2017. Unfortunately, she recently lost her life after dating a man she met on a dating app ONE WEEK AFTER THEIR INITIAL MEETING. Even though he ran from Texas to Louisiana, the suspect was apprehended recently. Let's talk about the danger on the dating apps.
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Your words literally live on the internet. So if you say something not so nice and target a group of marginalized people, you may be barking up the wrong tree. Houston-based Chef Way, who is also a prosecutor in Harris County, made a series of negative tweets about black women that have now resurfaced to show a side of him that many did not know existed. Let's talk about it.
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Update on the shooting from Newport News, VA where a 6-year-old student shot at his First Grade Teacher. We will discuss her recovery and the first thing she was concerned with after she got better. Due to this child's age, law enforcement is still trying to figure out how to handle this case. Let's talk about it.
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Last Friday, a young student in his first grade class shot at his 30-year-old teacher who is now recovering in a hospital in Newport News, Virginia. There are so many questions like where did he get the gun from and why did the situation occur. Let's talk about it.
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Let's talk about the crazy week that included a married couple learning they are related; and Kevin McCarthy wins his coveted seat in Congress but at what price?
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A sixteen-year old celebrity's son lied about a death of a celebrity based on a viral TikTok prank. A writer on social media decides to lie about a suicide and comes back to social media to speak her peace. Let's talk about it!
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Last night Demar Hamlin, a player from Buffalo Bills in a regular season game had an unexpected cardiac arrest. The player, age 23, is now in critical condition. Let's discuss social media's reaction to this event.
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Last Thursday, December 29, due to the court proceedings being concluded, the jail phone call from Torey Lanez that appears to reveal some confidential emotions and feelings around the events of July 2020 was released. The court of public opinion is split on if the phone call makes a difference now about how the jurors decided on his case. Let's talk about it.
Happy New Year 2023 and welcome back to the channel!
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Hello my friends! If you are listening to this episode you are still in the game of life. Thank you for your support of this channel.
As we're leaning towards a new year, if you are still single and want to date, I'm covering four dating phases and encouraging us all to love and date better in 2023. Consider your expectations, and which dating phase you are in! See you on the flip side in 2023.
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Canadian rapper Tory Lanez trial concluded a few days ago with a shocking verdict against the rapper. The incident that occurred between him and Megan Thee Stallion in a heated discussion in July 2020 where she got injured was given to a jury and the verdict came back as Guilty on 3 charges against Lanez. Let's talk about it.
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Many people were struck with having to go to work last week in the latest rounds of terrible weather patterns here in the U.S. Many people either chose to not go to work and others were forced to come in. Let's talk about employment rights.
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A viral video discussed a potential employee who declined a remote working position due to learning her potential employer uses digital and other surveillance to verify and check her work. Would you consider a position in remote work or not? Let's talk about it.
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Whether you are using Facebook Marketplace or purchasing products from Tik Tok, please be safe and consider the small business and consider whether or not you are opening yourself up to identity theft. Let's talk about it.
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A strange occurrence with a frustrated mother who said she wanted her teenage daughter to value her education over her beauty. With scissors in her hands, she physically cut her daughter's hair live on social media. Let's talk about it.
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Recently a self proclaimed relationship guru announced his divorce from his long time wife. The pain and the cheating had played out in the media during 2021 and this year, a viral video and pictures of this man's new love interest sparked a reaction. Let's talk about it.
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A viral moment from last weekend had me thinking about the picture of a 6-year-old at her Kindergarten graduation; she had on makeup, nails, and eyelashes. Some people commented that they thought she was being overshadowed by these adult products at her young age. Let's talk about it.
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Recently pop and reality star Cardi B readjusted her body to reduce the Brazilian Lift she got earlier in her career. She also discussed how young women and some of her fans need to research procedures before they decide on getting these life changing procedures. Let's talk about it.
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In Peru, the former president Pedro Castillo attempted to take over the government, remove constitutional processes and now has been removed as president due to his actions. Let's talk about it.
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A twenty-year-old student goes on a road trip with friends to celebrate a birthday. She goes missing and no one knows why. This case is similar to Shanquella Robinson's. Let's discuss this.
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This quick episode is a follow up to the previous episode about the young boy who Intentionally or accidentally murdered his mother. According to New York Post, the young boy had symptoms of voices in his head. Let's talk about it.
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A young child accidentally or intentionally murdered his 44-Year-Old mother after she told him she could not order a Virtual Reality Set from Amazon. After going into her locked gun cabinet, he pulled it out and shot at the wall, but instead the bullet pierced his mother's body. Let's discuss the tragedy as lack of mental illness resources led to a loss of life.
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The tragic death of a 25-Year-Old Tourist from North Carolina who went to Cabo San Lucas continues as more misinformation causes confusion and frustration for the family of Shanquella Robinson.
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Popular Anchors of Good Morning America 3: Amy Robach and T.J Holmes secretly had an affair allegedly coming out as a couple this week. Both anchors are separated from their partners and going through divorces. Let's talk about it.
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It's been one month since Shanquella Robinson died on a trip to Cabo San Lucas, Mexico. In our last episode we discussed the initial case and now I am updating you on the recent developments. Let's talk!
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In an all-white neighborhood in North New Jersey, a black girl had the police called on her by a neighbor. Let's talk about weaponizing of police with black and brown children.
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This sad case involves 3 college students shot and killed on a bus at UVA. Let's talk about.
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Twenty-five-year-old hairstylist and entrepreneur Shanquella Robinson died on October 29th after arriving in a weekend trip with her friends. Why did this mystery in Mexico occur and is there foul play? Let's talk about it.
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A mega leader of a church in California, had two faces - one public and one private. The private one hurt and malnourished her 11-year-old child that was being fostered in the home. Let's talk about it.
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Let's talk about red flags in relations to a relationship placeholder. What is a placeholder in a relationship and how can one know their worth to navigate this negative space?
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A bridesmaid wedding speech goes viral on TikTok with over 1 million views discussing a rude comment at a wedding of an interracial couple. Let's talk about it.
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In this episode we will cover intimate partner violence and provide some resources. Also, a true crime documentary has been released on Netflix it is called I AM A STALKER. Let's talk about safety within intimate partner relationships.
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Is political violence taking over common decency and respect among party lines? Why has voting become so deadly among the democrats, independents and republicans in America. In a recent poll, many Americans are worried about their voice and choices due to lies, over blown information in polls and crazy political ads. Let's talk about it.
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Last Tuesday, rap artist Take off- one third of the platinum selling group MIGOS was shot and murdered at the age of 28. Is hip hop the targeted due to certain reasons or is something else going on? Let's talk about it.
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A tiktoker went viral discussing how he thinks working Hybrid and making Work from Home Employees coming into the office two days a week is a waste of time. let's discuss this.
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The change of the season brings a lot of reminders of depression, anxiety and holiday stress. Let's talk about the impact of the Seasonal Affective Disorder and how we can be more kind to each other during these holiday times!
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In this new age of finding a layaway system to purchase products many,millennials are opening accounts with the company AFTER PAY which allows them to purchase immediately but attached to installment loans. Let's talk about it.
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Just my short thoughts about the recent attack on Paul Peloisi. Let's talk about it.
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Another whoa is me moment for a 98-year-old homeowner who states that his water bill for 30 days is now $7,000. After having his property checked, he finds out that there is a water leak. Let's talk about it.
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A new doctor who purchased a home is now saddled with a large utility bill due to an oversight of the previous owner who failed to pay a large water bill. Due to a Michigan Law, the new owner must pay the bill. Let's talk about it.
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A tik-toker based in Florida was told by her employer that she must come into work during the Hurricane and that her PTO (Paid Time Off) would not cover any missed days. She went viral on social media with over 79,000 views to her video discussing this issue. Let's talk about it.
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How often have you heard of coworkers in forbidden relationships. Another take on the Ime Udoka Affair that allegedly occurred with him and a female staffer. Let's talk about workplace relationships and the idea of women being placeholders in relationships.
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President Biden recently updated his student loan forgiveness plan to adjust to two new law suits surrounding the controversial policy. Let's talk about it.
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In Orangetown, New York, an ex-husband of a former wife who passed away has subjected his children to further pain. Every day for several months he has been seen on camera, urinating on the grave of his ex-wife. Let's talk about pain or choosing peace.
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This episode is for age 18 and older. We will discuss the use of social media apps for those struggling with sexual addiction. Strict churches are asking their members to download Fortify or Covenant Eyes. These apps are aiming to help reduce sexual addiction. Let's talk about it.
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A young man is interrupted by his fiance' during his working shift at Target. Let's talk about how desperation in love can go very wrong.
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Recently, two vloggers showed up in real life to a location of a public figure, proceeded to record and then an interaction occurred. One vlogger was arrested and the other claimed they showed up to get content for their podcast/vlog. Is it good to use clout chasing to increase your followers or should you do it the old school way and build your audience over time? Let's talk about it.
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Singer/Songwriter Adam Levine got in a bit of trouble this week as it was revealed he was communicating with an attractive, much younger woman on social media. Meanwhile in real life, he is a married man (since 2014) with a wife and two children. Let's talk about how this text scandal blurs the lines between fantasy and reality of life.
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This episode discusses the very serious case of a sexual assault which occurred onboard NCL's BREAKAWAY. This episode is best for AGE 18 and OVER.
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This episode explains the categories of criminals being released in January 2023 with the SAFE-T ACT and why citizens of the Prairie State should be concerned.
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My last cruise was amazing! I saw no fights or any issues. While I was coming back from my cruise on September 9th, Carnival Sunrise had a large fight over 20 people due to someone taking a seat. Let's talk about it.
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An Atlanta college student was completing an order at a local restaurant for Door Dash and saw a homeless man outside the restaurant. He asked her to purchase him some food because he was hungry. As she was completing the transaction, workers at the drive through told her that she couldn't do that and police were called. Let's talk about Anti Food sharing Laws in the US (over 50 cities have these laws) and whether morally, the college student Jo Ortega was right in this incident.
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Let's file this under strange and curious. A 16-year-old disappears and that leads to a search. The search ends with his reappearance and a charge for first degree murder. Let's talk about it.
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Today is the 21st Anniversary of September 11th Attack.
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Cruising is fun and there's nothing wrong with going to the beach but if you go barefoot naked, you will cause a lot of harm to yourself. Let's talk about cruising, foot health, and unfortunate incidents if you don't wear proper footwear.
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There are different levels of the vaccine mandates. Cruises have rolled back their protocols to allow more passengers to cruise. In a Supreme Court move, Sotomayor kept the New York City Mandate that makes vaccines a requirement to work for city workers. Let's talk about it.
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The ripple effect of the Roe vs Wade decision impacts a Louisiana mother whose unborn child is at the center of a complex situation. Let's talk about it.
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Censorship and the politicizing of books in communities are among the culture wars we are seeing around the country. Let's talk about it.
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A school district in Texas is removing over 40 books and a legal battle for books is taking place. This clash of conservative values can impact in-school activities but shouldn't impact the thirst of knowledge of students. This is the time for parents, schools and lawmakers to collaborate or will they continue to restrict books on a 'banned list"?
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Yesterday, Biden announced the $10,000 Student Loan Forgiveness cancelling individuals educational debt for earners who make less than $125,000. Let's talk about it.
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A TikToker by the name of Kayley applied for 76 jobs in 8 weeks after being laid off and still had frustration about the employment process. She went to her account on TikTok and shared her experiences. This video highlights the value in doing something outside of the box. Let's talk about it.
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This episode discusses two different aspects of teachers having to deal with difficulties and changes. Is it fair that they have to shoulder the stress of legal changes and does a shorter work week for educators help?
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This episode discusses the importance of us looking out for our Seniors who either live alone or may not know that their information has been compromised and released on the dark web.
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The last two weeks have been interesting for the cruise industry. Now all three major US cruise lines have adjusted their covid testing protocols for both unvaccinated and vaccinated passengers. Are you ready for a new normal for your upcoming cruises?
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Last week, FBI searched the Former President's resort for a number of classified documents that were housed in the White House. Former President Donald Trump asserts that he had declassified those documents and that simply, FBI should have asked for them. Let's talk about it.
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This short episode discusses the tragedy that occurred last Thursday in California that ended the lives of 6 individuals and injured many others.
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The State of South Carolina is pausing some of its efforts to do a total ban, while they are led mostly by a Republican legislature, they have noticed that 60% of Kansas Voters did not vote for a total ban of abortion in their state. Let's talk!
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On Friday, the Republican-led Senate in Indiana has passed a near total ban of abortions. This is a huge deal as no other state has done this. Let's talk about it and the consequences of this decision.
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Recently, there were efforts for a bipartisan support of a law that would have expanded federal health coverage for veterans dealing with burn pits and it would have covered over 23 illnesses including lung cancer that has impacted some veterans. Let's talk about it.
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Recently, Will Smith release a video apology on all his social media platforms to process and discuss some of the trending questions about the Oscar Slap. Let's talk about his self-reflection, dealing with internal conflict and road to redemption.
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A trending topic out of Brooklyn, New York and a flashy Bishop has taken the attention of many in NYC and those in faith based community/church. Here is my take on his robbery and what it means for the community in which he represents in Brooklyn, New York.
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Royal Caribbean is the 3rd cruise line changing their pre-cruising/covid-test for it's fully vaccinated guests. Let's talk about it.
Please verify with your medical provider on what is best for you and your situation as you book your next cruise! This conversation is for entertainment purposes.
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Comedian Dave Chappelle continues to experience some cancellations due to the social pressure and cancel culture of his past statements about the LGBTQ community. A recent sold-out concert was cancelled last minute at First Avenue but he did a short set recently in New York City with Kevin Hart & Chris Rock. Let's talk about it.
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This story originated with a homeless man being the center of a heartwarming story where a 32-year-old woman stated he gave his last $20. She then set up a Go Fund Me page and after the story went viral (2017), she raised up to $400,000. Unfortunately, the story was a lie and involved 2 other people and a messy story revealed the truth.
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The Coral Princess which was supposed to return to Brisbane, Australia on Friday is currently lost at sea with 2,000 passengers. With inclement weather and some passengers sick with Covid-19, it has veered off course. Let's talk about it.
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This movie hits US theaters on November 11th. My initial thoughts..
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This episode discusses the surprising incident that occurred at Comedian Craig Robinson's set at the comedy set recently where his audience had to get evacuated due to an alleged gunman discharging his weapon.
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This episode touches upon the increased negative cruise behavior displayed by some passengers aboard Carnival Cruise Line. Is it CCL's fault or bad behavior of some passengers? Let's talk about it.
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A precious 10-year old was sexually violated by an adult. Her life story is now being politicized by the media and certain lawmakers because she chose to cross states line to get an abortion. Let's talk about it.
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This episode explores the idea of traveling or cruising during these times. Some people are dead set against returning to the cruise industry and I also questioned was it safe. After long thoughts, I've decided to go on my first cruise in many years. Let's talk about traveling and why we all should figure out a way to go on vacation despite the stress of these times.
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This bonus episode features a new revelation that Former U.S Ambassador John Bolton had participated in planning foreign coups in other countries.
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Megan Hess, a former funeral owner sold body parts and did not ask the family member's consent. She created a second line of business to include donor services and used body parts for educational purpose. The problem is that she failed to ask for consent to use the body parts. She is scheduled for sentencing soon and could face up to 20 years in prison. Let's talk it.
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This episode we will cover the updates on the tragedy of the July 4th Shooting in Highland Park, Illinois where 7 people lost their lives. The shooter, a community member himself, is 21 years old and has confessed to completing this tragedy and also stated that he wanted to do another shooting in Madison, Wisconsin. Let's talk about the lack of using the Red Flag Law by his family in this case, his complex background and what consequences occurred to create this situation.
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Due to co-workers and law enforcement agencies in San Antonio Texas, a failed attempt to create a mass shooting was adverted in a San Antonio Amazon Facility.
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Well, it's summer and it's time to fly the friendly skies. But before you do, please remember there's a pilot shortage and several pilots have retired. American Airlines had issues with a glitch in their system that resulted in over 12,000 flights being delayed or cancelled. Let's talk about summer travel and what you can do to make sure you can fly out on time for your summer trips!
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Yesterday, in a Chicagoland North Suburb, ten minutes into a July 4th Parade, a shooter injured 9 people, with one fatality. Let's talk about it.
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Earlier this week, Carnival Magic on its way back from the islands had an unfortunate fight which went from two people in a lounge aboard to a 60 person brawl. Authorities were called and helped with the investigation. Let's talk about safety while on board and cruising!
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Cleveland Brown's Watson case of up to 24 sexual misconduct cases have been settled for 20 out of 24. Did the massage therapists lie about misconduct or was this a shared experience between the quarterback and victims? Its a compelling situation, let's talk about it.
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At heart of this episode is that addiction hurt a woman and a neighbor who also had a drug issue. After a night of consensual sex, the incident turns ugly and dangerous. Let's talk about whether or not a person can learn from these circumstances, get healed from the trauma and redeem themselves.
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My initial thoughts on this expected overturned law - Roe v Wade is no longer. Trigger laws in more than 12 states will be installed because of this change. There are sanctuary states that can assist others who need abortions. Let's talk about it.
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U.S Senators are trying to come to an agreement on how to handle data privacy. Bottom line, keep your eyes open and understand what can or won't protect you from marketing companies that will sell your information to the highest bidder. Let's talk about it.
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In this episode, I discuss my personal thoughts about the January 6th Hearings and failed Attempt to destroy America's Democracy.
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In Houston, a 9-Year-Old child was murdered by her mother's ex-boyfriend in a domestic violence incident. In this episode, we'll touch base on the awful impact of domestic violence and positive measures to take in the aftermath of this traumatic situation.
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Comedian Mo'Nique filed a lawsuit 2 years ago against streaming giant, Netflix. In her lawsuit, she stated it was because of race and gender discrimination. Let's take a look at how much women comedians make on Netflix versus male comedians. Is this only because of gender or something else?
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Welcome back to Speak Truth 2 Life Podcast, where we discuss life, society and culture. Today's episode touches on red flags in catfishing and online relationships. What red flags have you noticed, and have you ever been catfished? Let's talk about it.
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A few days ago, a legal firearms dealer walked into a community church event and shot 3 elderly church members. Fortunately, there was another church member who rushed towards the shooter to knock the gun out of his hand and secure him for the authorities to reduce more people being hurt. What is going on in America with guns being used in public spaces such as schools, churches, grocery stores. Is this just a mental health issue or more unidentified issues within our society? Let's talk about it.
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You aren't alone if you have seen your grocery bill go up. It's been reported that there may be shortages in certain food and vegetables as we feel the impact of supply chain issues, increase in bills, housing and much more. Let's talk about it.
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There is no more covid-test to enter the U.S. Let's talk about it.
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Todd and Julie Chrisley's 3-week tax fraud case is now concluded with a guilty verdict. The sentencing phase will occur soon. Apparently, there was wire and tax fraud. In addition to this reality celebrity couple, there are plenty of famous actors and performers who also have failed to pay back taxes, let's talk about it.
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As I scrolled a recent podcast on this subject, I was reminded how stressful it can be for good workers to work a job that does not offer to them anything. There are millions of disgruntled employees who either stop working as hard as their team members or who are burning out at the job. Let's talk about quietly quitting and what that looks like.
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All around the country, tenants young and old are being displaced due to corporations taking over affordable housing buildings. Some people have fallen on hard times trying to keep up with rising rents and given less than 60 days to find a new apartment. When will this housing crisis end? What happened to the American dream and becoming a homeowner?
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In Nigerian, over 50 or more parishoners were murdered and their priest kidnapped. In California, one church member was killed and 5 injured. In America, there are increased churches asking for armed security and hiring security guards for their services. Let's talk about armed security guards in Churches.
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As the daily onslaught of gun violence continues in America, what is the answer to the current problems? Can red flag laws help or increased protocols at schools? Let's talk about it.
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Here are the breaking news topics for the week of June 1st. Johnny Depp and Amber Heard's defamation trial comes to a close. Who won? A Texas company donates beautiful caskets to the 19 victims of the Texas shooting and there's another shooting in America. Are we really surprised. Come on in and let's talk about it.
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Hello Truthers!
It's been almost a week since the Uvalde shooting and there is a lot to unpack. We're now learning that the Uvalde gun shooter purchased his weapons online. In addition, many of our children and teens are having the idea of guns marketed to them before the age of 21. This happens through online marketing via consumer ads. For example, the ads can occur during a video game that they're playing. Let's talk about so you can be informed of what is really going on.
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Whew!!! The last few weeks we have had nothing but doom and gloom. This inspirational story discussed the resilience of a woman who went to prison and 5 years later has achieved a Master's Degree. Let's talk about it.
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The Uvalde Texas Shooting highlights the following:
- Slow law enforcement response
- Easy purchase of military style weapons for young adults
- The need for security procedures
- Parents as heroes
- Nurse/Trauma Center was unable to save lives they wanted but was prepared to save
Let's talk about it.
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Welcome back to Speak Truth 2 Life. Today's show takes a look at gun laws around the world and a discussion if there will be bipartisan support to finally pass a gun law that satisfies both Republicans and Democrats in light of this week's shooting at Robb Elementary.
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By now you know that Russia and U.S communications and relationship has been rocky since the Ukraine attacks back in February. Around the same time WNBA player Brittany Griner was over seas playing international basketball. On her way back to the U.S. they found some illegal substances in her possession and ever since, she has been in their custody. Let's talk about this. Do you think she is guilty as they charged or used as a pawn between the U.S and Russia?
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Allegedly a white student urinated on a classmate's desk and school belongings in the dead of night. The incident went viral on social media. Let's talk about how far we've come and how far we have to go! Is this an isolated event or something that points to a larger problem in our society beyond schools?
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We have by passed the two year period where Covid-19 was initially known and spread around the world, killing many people in the U.S and other international countries. Recently, the cruise industry restarted and have tried to abide to the CDC's guidelines. Would you go to a cruise or how are you handling your vacation or holiday time? I have thought I might be ready to get back on a cruise boat but I have definitely delayed it. Let's talk!
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My commentary about today's senseless tragedy in Uvelda, Texas where multiple killings occurred in an elementary school.
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Over the years, I have heard complaints about calls from primarily black neighborhoods either being ignored or being delayed. In the recent incident, one of the supermarket employees called 911 but the call was dropped. Allegedly the dispatcher dropped the call and the grocery store clerk had to use their own phone to call a loved one to ask them to call 911 to get them to the location of this horrific shooting. Let's talk about it.
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Last weekend in New York state, a group of community members were murdered by a white supremacist. Let's talk about it.
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Today's episode covers the recent updates and lawsuits about Astroworld. We will also discuss some ways to stay safe in large concerts and venues.
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A school here in the Midwest recently had a noose hung outside near the school and this has reminded the community members some people are not appreciated and for the students of this middle school, that they are not welcomed. Let's talk about the consequences and complexities of this unfortunate matter.
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By now, you know that the Russia conflict that started in February 2022 has had other consequences. In the recent months other countries near the borders of Russia has aligned themselves with the west. It was reported that Finland and Sweden had interest in joining Nato and the western alliance. It was reported that Russia has threatened to pull electricity resources as of last Saturday. Let's talk about this and the things we citizens need to stay aware of with any of these changes.
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We all Nick Cannon as the host to many shows, acting in plays and as the ex-husband of singer Mariah Carey. He came into the media again with his updates on his additional bundles of joy. Babies 9 and 10 will be born later this year. Let's talk about his philosophy on relationships and building his family, his own way.
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Let's discuss the impact of intimate partner violence globally. The death penalty is no joke and killing someone has consequences.
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Influencer and relationship guru Kevin Samuels died last Thursday. He had an impact on the YouTube community and was polarizing for some people. Let's talk about his impact and discuss the importance of narratives and perspectives. Will these continue to create healthy communications among women and men or continue to separate?
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By now, you may have heard that Dave Chappelle was attacked while performing at an episode of Netflix is a Joke at the Hollywood Bowl. Thankfully, he was surrounded by security and some close associates who rushed the stage including comedian Jamie Foxx and Rapper BUSTA RHYMES. Are these events a sign of entitlement, frustration or mental health concerns in America?
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In a shocking turn, Justice Alito's opinion in the Supreme Court to possibly overturn Roe v Wade is a breaking news item for this week. The opinion was written in February 2022. How did it get leaked and what does this mean? 23 states are poised to roll back protections and ban abortion in their states. It's an uncertain time. Let's talk about it.
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Globally 2 Billion Men and Women have dealt with aspects of intimate partner violence. At the heart of this trial are allegations of emotional, physical, mental and other abuse between Johnny Depp and Amber Heard. Let's Talk About It.
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A city in Kansas has ruled against having co-living situations in apartments or other housing situations. This means, they targeted roommates and it is now illegal to have roommates in Shawnee, Kansas. Bottom line instead of attacking the roommate situation, I find this to be an affordability housing issue. Let's talk about it.
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The State of South Carolina approves firing squad as execution for their death row inmates. Let's take a look at the laws in the U.S and globally. What is the impact and morality of it all?
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Last week Jet Blue had a flight with a celebrity on it and this flight resulted in a physical altercation between Mike Tyson and a fellow passenger. Needless to say, everyone has comments about this one. Here's my take on the Rage that commenced in the air.
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In 2015, Johnny Depp and Amber Heard got married. A year later it was all over. Since then Johnny Depp has been accused of domestic violence. There is a current case against Amber Heard. Let's talk about generational differences in relationships. Do you think that has created the shift in their negative interactions or that that this case is an example of domestic violence as alleged by Ms. Heard?
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An over zealous fan, filmed actress and media personality KeKe Palmer. As a result, I wanted to talk about the sense of entitlement fans have of celebrities and whether or not expectations of fans can be too much. Let's talk about it.
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Recently Jaden Smith, son of Will and Jada, stated that he didn't always understand the motivation for his family airing family secrets on a large public scale. Have you ever thought that family laundry should be kept secret or released for public knowledge? Let's discuss!
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Welcome back to Speak Truth 2 Life Podcast. Today's show is discussing the recent overturn of federal masks mandates. Let's talk about personal choices and respect to each other. This is a passionate topic for many.
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2 parents are co-parenting children between the ages of 15-18. The divorced parents have different parenting styles and the children live with their father for most of the time. The mother installed tracking devices on the phones of the children and the father had them taken off. Is the mother right in her concern and is invasion of privacy good if you have a great reason for wanting to track your children? Let's talk about it.
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Recently, a bumble user had his dating profile reviewed by a dating consultant who suggested he remove his sexy picture. She believed that the picture was overreaching and that it did not include the positive things he advised that he wanted to get from a potential partner. In this episode we discuss dating profiles, how to present your best self.
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One of Amazon's warehouses successfully gets unionized. This is a powerful moment in the labor union for retail workers and an example of what can happen when people come together. We will also discuss a hilarious moment about cooking chicken, yes, chicken! Actress Paula Patton reminds us that we all have the right to cook it any way we like.
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In life we all make mistakes and as I think of the Oscars incident, I can't help but think that we all have made mistakes. What is sticking out in my mind is the impact of childhood trauma and the fact that we've all overdosed on this story. Why is this story so interesting and compelling to the general public. One thing, I am focused on is healing, how to use this as a teaching moment and the impact of empathy. Come on in and listen to another episode of Speak Truth 2 Life.
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There has been backlash against Will Smith's wife and her influence on this incident. I hold an unpopular opinion and share it here. Do you think it's fair to blame her for the actions that Will Smith took?
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In a recent article Chris Rock shared his childhood trauma and dealing with being 'walked on' As recent as 2 months ago, he did a podcast discussing his history and experiences with bullying and avoiding conflict. A lot of people have joked saying he didn't react quick when he was slapped by Will Smith. Howwever, both of these men have levels of mental health issues and to be fair, no hands are clean. Let's talk about men's mental health as we continue to delve into the ramifications of the Oscar's incident.
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In life we often can go through lessons in private and lessons in public domain. On Sunday, a painful incident occurred at the Oscar's award show between Chris Rock and Will Smith. In this episode I am discussing my commentaries and observations about life through the lens of trauma, mistakes and recovery. Come join me!
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Are TV viewers bored with traditional TV shows. Recently ended shows - Nick Cannon, Ellen, The Real, Maury & More are ending soon. Is this a pattern of TV viewers bored or is this the pattern of streaming platforms offering other content that is more interesting. Let's talk about it.
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Black News Channel, offered streaming content from a black perspective. Launched in 2020, this digital platform hit the airwaves showing a diverse cast of news staff, weather people, journalists and some fresh faces with seasoned media professionals. On Friday, March 25 via email, the owner informed staff that the channel was being dismantled and informed 230 staff they would not receive severance packages and only one week of benefits. Now we all know how it feels to be laid off. This episode discusses at will employment and what unfair layoffs look like.
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After a Texas-style abortion law was enacted to prevent anyone connected with helping a person to obtain an abortion. That law has encouraged states that want to prevent anyone getting an abortion or out of state abortions occurring in their states to take place. Unprecedented times we are living in. Let's talk about it.
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A TikTok influencer meets a man on Tinder and they match. The same day, they decide to meet up at a public spot for dinner or more? When she arrives she is not attracted to the man and decides to leave. What's the proper way to handle awkward situations when dating people online? Let's talk about it.
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During Spring Break many college students are high on life and high on drugs. Drug use is rampant in certain circles, if a student is eager to party and not watching what they are doing or likes to do recreational drugs, they can overdose if given a drug that is cut with the wrong stuff such as cocaine and opoids. A group of college students from New York experience this. Let's talk about this and how to be safe while on spring break.
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This episode includes my thoughts on the recent passing of Traci Braxton, the conclusion of Jussie Smollett's hate crime case in Chicago, The fallout from the Russia Conflict with Ukraine and more.
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As Russia enters its third week bombarding Ukraine, there are issues at the border especially with minority students stuck in the middle and being told at the border that they cannot leave the county. Let's talk about it.
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If you don't know Ryan Coogler, you may have seen one of his movies. He is the director of "Black Panther" and also "Fruitvale Station." On a regular trip to his local bank, he attempted to withdraw money from his account and the responding staff at the bank did not believe him. Police was called...
Let's talk about mistaken identity, systematic racism, implicit bias & why it all matters.
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This is a serious episode if you are under the age of 18, you should not be listening! This episode is for a mature listening audience over AGE 18+. A son and father in Florida conspired to sexually trafficked a 15-year-old girl in Croatia. She flew to Florida and was involved with a 23-year-old man who pretended to be a guitar instructor. Let's talk about the consent laws in both U.S and Croatia and discuss the moral complications of this matter.
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Russia has attacked the country of Ukraine with innocent causalities. Not only are people suffering, families are being torn and serious decisions to either flee the country or break up family units. Sending healing thoughts to our listeners in Ukraine and surrounding locations. Let's talk about it.
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Covid Mandates are affecting celebrities who act in the entertainment industry as well as all kinds of workers who are mandated to take vaccines. Is this fair? Let's talk about it.
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Last year over $594 Million dollars was given to anonymous individuals in the name of love and romance scamming according to the Federal Trade Commission. Netflix highlighted the realities of dating apps and possible scamming methods as 3 women discussed their experience with a popular dating app as they gave thousands of dollars to allegedly to a high value man they thought they were in love with. Let's talk about it.
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Love bombing is a technique that scammers use and also individuals who are narcissists use to mentally beat down their intended target. Have you ever seen these signs in a previous relationship or discussed with a friend. Let's talk about how damaging and unhealthy this is.
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Welcome back to Speak Truth 2 Life Podcast, where we discuss pop culture, viral videos, and all things in between love and life.
Recently, an interracial couple arguing on campus at Purdue University in Indiana got out of control and a third party called the police. The police arrived but instead of discussing the issue, the student alleged that law enforcement attacked him. The video which has gone viral on Instagram shows the incident. Let's discuss this incident and consequences from conflict.
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Okay, we're back and today is the love today. But isn't loving yourself an everyday thing? Yes, we are discussing self-love tips for singles and if you are booed up, you can listen too.
Happy Valentine's to all listening and enjoy the episode!
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Bonus feature updates for the week of Feb. 11th.
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During the last few weeks of January 2022, there were multiple people who took their life in their hands and committed suicide. This episode is a serious one in which I believe can help, heal and be thought provoking. The content of the show and intention is to create community and uplift. If this subject hits too close to home, let it sit for a while and listen when you are able to do so. If you or someone needs help and need to talk to anyone call the 1-800 hotline with the National Suicide Prevention Hotline.
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Let's talk about the hot job of the year. If you are interested in working home, earning a good salary and using your technical skills or know someone who's good at this, COME ON IT TO LEARN MORE. The remote job of the year pays A SIX FIGURE SALARY!! Let's talk about it.
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Welcome back to Speak Truth 2 Life. This episode covers the updates on Lauren's case , the need for police to contact families when there are urgent matters such as a death or investigation and much more.
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We all love movies! Before the health crisis that has impacted us going into the movie theaters, we all were out there in the movie theaters. Back in the day, a good way to save money was to use a movie subscription. Let's talk about the possible reboot of Movie Pass.
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This episode covers
- The importance of HCBUs
- Federal investigation of hate crimes
- Why student learning was disrupted on Feb. 1st.
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In this podcast, we are discussing the decision making many people are making regarding cruising. Recently, a cruise from New York was re-routed to only one location on it's cruise ship, Norwegian had to cancel their routes and people were funded back the money because of what occurred. So the question is how and where to cruise is up to you, depending on if you want to adhere to CDC's recommendations. Let's talk about it.
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Whether you are looking for a new home or helping a friend find a new place, you must be careful not to get into the hands of a scammer. They present real time apartments/homes but steal information in the process. Recently in New York City, a woman promised a group of applicants for the rent stabilized apartments and stole over $100,000 in a calculated rental scam. These scams are taking place not only in New York, but Canada, The U.K and globally. Let's talk about ways to avoid these rental scams.
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Yes, you heard me, ages 18-20 can drive trucks now in a program designed by the Biden Administration.
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The Chicago Teachers Union members have decided not to show up for in person learning, this has created a foundation of politicking that has torn parents, children, and educators on opposition sides. The pandemic numbers for Chicago have increased during this time leaving educators with hard decisions to make.
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We are in a new year and that means people making a list of things they say they will do but DO NOT! So, do you really need to commit to an empty promise to yourself or do you need to make a commitment to yourself without a resolution. Let's talk about it.
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This bonus episode asks the question, what happens with a life well lived. Actor Sidney Poitier and Actress/Comedian Betty White both had well lived lives and contributed not only to entertainment field but to the world at large.
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Happy New Year! Yes, we are talking about ways to keep and protect your credit card, how or if you should use debit cards and protect your digital identity/identity theft.
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Once upon a time during a long long time ago, I was traveling through Illinois to a location to perform some poetry. On this train ride, not only did I not make it on time, but mother nature showed her ugly head. Like the thousands of people stranded on Interstate 95 in Virginia, I was cold, impatient, and confused. The Mid-Atlantic Snowstorm offers some life lessons about patience, creativity so let's talk about it.
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Here, I am covering a few highlighted movies that some didn't like, and others loved in 2021. Let's talk about it.
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Welcome back to Speak Truth 2 Life and soon our 2nd Season will occur.
Let's talk briefly about safety on dates, the end of 2021 and lessons from 2021.
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Ye formerly known as "Kanye West" is a rapper, businessman, artist, and husband of his estranged wife. He recently purchased a 4.5 million home across from where his children live. Is this good to move near your ex-partner. Let's talk about i.
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Today's episode will discuss Christmas traditions in various countries around the world. Let's talk about it.
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Florida student becomes victim of a sexual assault at school with a 20-year-old substitute teacher. Authorities state there were at least four incidents, and she is now arrested as a result of this incident. How can we protect our children in schools, and can a background check catch predators? Let's discuss.
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In Texas, 3 teens are accused of attacking a fellow classmate who considered them friends. Do teens understand who are their associates or friends? What are the differences between an associate or a friend? Let's talk about it.
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The family unit these days have changed and morphed with the times. There are nuclear families, single-parent or lone families. We have extended family members and we also have made family from individuals we've met through work, volunteering or even at social spaces. Let's unpack this and look at what we love most about our family connections.
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2 Chicago women (both mothers) in separate incidents were attacked. One in Tinley Park and the other in Oak Park. What will it take for people to learn to live with each other in this society? How can we work together to see the humanity in each other? Let's talk about it.
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Recently, Travis Scott sat down with a radio personality from NYC and discussed his reflections on the tragedy, his goals to support the grieving families and his interest in providing a way to find a solution to this issue so it never happens again. On this episode I discuss the legal updates and also my reactions to this interview. Let's talk about it.
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Speak Truth 2 Life sends love and healing to the Oxford School and the Detroit community as they deal with the recent shooting which claimed the lives of four students and many injured students/faculty. In this episode we discuss the consequences of gun ownership, of lack of school security and much more. Let's talk it out.
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Yes, the last few weeks has been difficult with hard news to digest. Today we are looking across America and the Global Community to discuss some positive highlights. Let's talk about it.
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13 years ago, I was working a comfortable life in the Midwest. I was then slapped with some life changes and had to make a leap of faith. In this episode I offer some life lessons through my journey of change and adapting to the East Coast. Let's talk.
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Holiday grief is present during the holiday season. Many of us have lost family members or have reminders of who is gone. This is the time to be as patient with each other as possible and remember not all will be at the same level of grief process. Let's talk about it.
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What does standing in your own truth look like? Often times many people fail to stand up for themselves especially if it is against a large company such as Walmart. In Alabama, a shopper was falsely accused of shoplifting and was arrested in 2016. She recently won $2.1M against Walmart. Let's talk about it.
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The one thing that sticks out in this case of a 25-year-old jogger Aubrey, is that 3 men failed to see his humanity. Instead, they felt that he was a threat although he had no weapons and no way to fight them off. A jury of 12 people saw this injustice and gave a verdict of guilty. Let's talk about the idea of humanity and are we losing the ability to truly SEE each OTHER.
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Our criminal justice system in America is Broken. There are two different systems; one for White and One for Black? How does economics, resources and accessibility affect the outcomes. Let's talk about it.
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Ep. 56. We are discussing the importance of fatherhood rights; adoption trafficking and a story that highlights how adoption rights can be put on a child without the biological father's rights being terminated. Let's talk.
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In this episode we are covering the current lawsuits, consequences of this tragedy. Prayers to Ezra Blount's family on the passing of him this past week. Let's talk about it.
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A 14-year old girl, went missing on October 14, 2021 in East Orange, New Jersey. She was found a month later in New York City after having avoided the authorities search for her. As a case of the on-going investigation, there is allegations of abuse and domestic violence. The child's mother is now arrested. We are going to talk about how resourceful one can be during a high stressful time or event such as what this teen experienced. Let's talk.
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After the exit of the United States with the Biden Administration, the aftermath is homelessness and poverty for those living at the poverty line in Afghanistan. Unfortunately this now is seen as soon Afghans are selling their children for money so that they can survive. Let's discuss this disturbing trend.
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In Wayne County, New Jersey two roommates argued. The police tried to intervene but one died that night one hour later. I remember grandma used to tell me there is Power in the Tongue and that we need to be careful. In this episode we will discuss deadly consequences with anger management if it remains out of control with no positive results due to conflict that builds up.
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As we discussed last week, the Astro World Concert yielded dire consequences. One of the youngest victims was trampled by a crowd surge. Let's talk about it.
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Have you noticed how high the food costs have risen to? Most single people in America are spending on average $200-400 per month to eat (to live). This is insane. Let's talk about it.
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The Queen of Self expressions and Self-Esteem, is LIZZO. Her songs about curvy women, confidence and her moves of body movements have gotten a lot of attention. Her use of social media, discussing her struggles of body positivity, her weight, and life changes have been very involved by many. Some people love her, while others do not like her because she is not ashamed of her curves or showing them. Is her use of social media good to discuss these issues? Let's talk about it.
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On Friday, there was a serious break down in safety protocols and a surge occurred where 8 concert goers died at the AstroWorld Festival. The youngest person hurt was 10 yrs old. Allegedly security guards stated that people were getting poked by needles. Let's talk about safety in concerts.
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In Florida, a goddaughter marries a man she has known her whole life. The man who previously dated her mother. Others have called this a grooming by a sexual predator while others feel she's 18 year old and grown enough to make a decision on her life. Let's talk about it.
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Hey family,
This story is one that is sad and concerning. A Houston child was found dead in his home and it has been confirmed by authorities that his mother states she knew he died and who killed her child. In addition to the 8 year-old's death, the body was hid in plain sight for more than a year in an apartment were three other children were abandoned. Let's talk about it.
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Recently in his memoir, Will Smith discussed the non traditional marriage he has with his wife, Jada Pinkett Smith. A lot of people in society may or may not agree but there are ways that many marriages survive and thrive using open marriage as a tool. Let's discuss.
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I saw a funny video the other day and thought to myself that I do not know if many men would wear a hair extension over their bald spot. Would you consider it or not? Let's talk about it.
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Brazilian leader Jari Bolsonaro is charged with neglect and incompetence in his role in not supplying his country with vaccines and his delayed actions on handling the pandemic. The larger question is how the crime of misinformation in the narratives around the pandemic can create a ripple effect and larger consequences unseen. Let's talk about it.
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Update on the Brian Laundrie search! Let's talk about it.
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Maid, a limited series on Netflix is thought provoking, hard to watch at times, and important to see. This series is based on the life of Stephanie Land. Let's talk about it!
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Today is the day designated as a protest day by workers at Netflix who identify as LGBTQ+ who are fed up with programming that mocks their community. They are saying it is unfair and they might have a point. Research has shown not many mainstream movies contain positive protrayals of LGBTQ characters and storylines seems to me more on a negative level. Let's talk about it.
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In the past two months, we were grabbed by the case of missing vanlife influencer Gabby Petito. At the same time, a college student from Illinois State University in the midwest went missing. His name is Jelani Day. The difference between these two cases are stark with a reminder both were missing persons and with unfortunate results when their bodies were recovered. Let's talk about the complexity of news reporting and how that can be affected by economics and resources.
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Since April 2021 the highest numbers have been reported by the U.S. Department of Labor on staff quitting or resigning from positions. Let's talk about it.
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Have we lost the idea of open debate. Dave Chappelle's latest comedy special on Netflix has gotten many tongues waggling and people are going back to Cancel Culture. What happened to open debate? Are we forever going to be blocking each other on social media because we fail to listen to each other's opinions? Let's talk!
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In this episode, we will cover the various rental programs, area median income and other factors for New York State & New Jersey.
I've included resources for London.
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From the U.S to Germany, there are shady characters in our society that use fake information and try to trap and secure money from unsuspecting individuals. They use information given for on a housing application and steal money if you are not careful. Here are some red flags to consider while you are looking for renting a property. Stay careful out there.
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Let's talk about Gabby Petito's case and the disparities of people of color who are missing. Is it a problem due to money, resources or lack of care from the media? It may be deeper than we think.
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In this episode we discuss why the rent is high and do a comparison from the average rent in US cities to countries across the pond. Let's talk!
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In the U.S. Eviction Moratoriums have been extended depending on your state; although the Federal Moratorium was extended, the U.S Supreme Court struct down Biden's moratorium. There are new renter legislation to address Covid-19 and it's impact on housing. We are going to talk about this and more during part 1 of this series.
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There are multiple reasons why I am moving and include the following:
- Family
- Cost of Living
- Time
- Job/Remote Work
- Quality of Life
Thank you for listening! Have you ever moved a long distance? Let's talk....
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My thoughts on the 20 year Anniversary of September 11th.
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I wanted to talk a little about my experiences in the recent Tropical Storm on the East Coast and discuss some considerations such as having renters insurance and if it covers flood damage? Let's talk.
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In this episode I will cover the following;
- Different ways to deal with a pending eviction
- Community and local resources
- Positive approaches
Thanks for listening!
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In this episode we'll cover the following
- CDC recommendations for Travelers
- Security Protocols
- Economy Ticket / Luggage Requirements
- Mocha's Traveling Experiences
Enjoy! Travel Safe and thanks for listening.
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Walk in my Shoes is a ebook that I developed and is now on Amazon Kindle Vella. I released it earlier this month and that's one of the reasons I have been away from the podcast. Please drop in to hear what else I am working on and thanks for listening! See you in 2 weeks.
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In this episode we will briefly discuss my love of the book Road Trip by authors Electa Rome Parks and Monica Garner. I also discuss the beauty of women of a certain age, how mature women love on themselves, have more confidence and approach dating.
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This is a short podcast which includes a new movie alert!Let's dive in.
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What are the hot trending jobs in Home from Work? As a permanent work from home employee, I love the benefits of it but I also understand it's not the cup of tea for everyone! If this is your cup of tea, listen to this podcast AND pass it on to a friend who is curious about this work from home opportunities.
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If you are like me you have seen multiple stories about gun violence in this country. Often not, I never knew the complexity of which states you can have a license or permit. This episode explores the various laws in different states and things we need to consider as we may encounter someone who has a gun in the open. It's important to know the laws in your city and state, so let's dive in!
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Now is the time to invest in yourself. Keep yourself in mind for the future. What does that mean, it means identifying goals, creating plans, writing in journals, finding certifications or other tools to aid in your future goals. Invest in yourself now, let's talk about it.
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47% of women between the Ages of 15 and 44 are unable to conceive. In a society where all women are deemed to be mothers, there are some of us who will not be able to have children. Let's talk about happiness, the grief process, and the idea of childlessness in our society. This episode is for those who are infertile or who are struggling with the idea that they may not be able to conceive. Let's love and respect all as we discuss this serious topic.
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Positive and healthy co-parenting relationships show our children respect for one another. It also can help them understand the value of social skills. Let's talk about it.
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Choosing to be happy over negativity can help you stay focused and stay more positive. Research shows that happier people are more healthier and more positive. Today's episode is a reminder that it is up to us to be intentional about happiness and ultimately, the road to happiness or discontentment is up to us.
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Mental Illness stigmas are present in our society, home life, work life and the community. What are these stigmas and how can we address them.
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In communities of color, no snitching ensures that criminals who live among good hard working people avoid criminal prosecution. In these communities, women, men and vulnerable individuals become victims to criminals who live among community members and police will not get the truth unless it's caught on video. Let's talk about it.
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The importance and power of forgiveness is not what most people think. I have heard people say you are forgiving the offense, some think that they have to forgive the person. For me, it was a personal journey of learning how to get past an abandonment issue as my father who wasn't in my life for many years. Hear my candid take on how forgiveness set me free along with other positive tools.
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In this episode we discuss ways to own your self confidence, take inventory of your self-image. We also talk about the impact of positive self image which can lead to strong body positivity and owning the skin you are living in.
Thanks for listening!
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Have you ever lived in a crazy apartment complex or building? Then "1BR" might be the psychothriller movie for you. The movie was released in 2020 and was directed by David Marmor.
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Plant based products yield in lots of money and are slated to earn up to 85 billion dollars by the year 2030. Surprisingly enough, meat based companies are cashing in on the plant based trend and are making their own meat alternatives. In this episode, I will cover some points to consider.
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There is Dirty Vegan (Beyond Meat burgers with fries) and there is Clean Vegan (quinoa, baked sweet potato, black beans and other veggies). I did both for one month. What did I learn and how am I doing now. Let's talk about it.
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Last week it was revealed that a cheating occurred with a high profile social media influencer. Would you forgive your partner after cheating has occurred? Let's talk about it.
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This segment discusses the focus women have on perfect partners in relationships and the pitfalls if you miss deeper connections such as a man who will be considerate, have empathy or understanding. Let's talk about it.
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This segment is a short episode that discusses the Kirk Franklin situation with his son and discusses how there are two sides to a story. Tune in for this short segment. See you next week for another full episode and thank you for listening.
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In today's segment we discuss the impact of negative tools that hurt others through the use of gaslighting and cyberbullying. How can you help yourself or a friend who may be dealing with this? Join me as I discuss the importance of navigating this.
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This show will be my reflections of how Covid-19 changed and shifted my world. From personal relationships, lost to self-care and managing my relationships. It was a year that was like no other. Come and join me as I reflect on the impact of Covid-19.
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This is a continuation of the previous episode on the Colorism issue in media and movies. Let's continue to unpack this issue.
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Skin products and using them to strip away one's melanin is a high stakes business. The idealogy that light skinned actresses in some of the African movies and media have continued the racism within one's own culture. Let's talk about it.
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We are taking a deep dive on the idea of cancel culture and how it interacts with social media. What are the triggers that people have and how does it affect in their online communications? When is it time to let go and possible solutions? Come join me as we Speak Truth 2 Life!
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This is the time to love on yourself. Whether you are single or not. We are charged with having tools to address our physical, mental and spiritual wellness. Let's talk about it. Thanks for listening to Speak Truth 2 Life.
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Come take a journey with me as I discuss healthy and unhealthy sister friendships.
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Today's episode discusses the impact of emotional wellness and trauma. In a world that is constantly changing, finding ways to honor your mind, body and spirit is important. Please tune in to discover ways that you can implement some basic ways to stay emotionally well in a changing world.
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Happy New Year Speak Truth 2 Life listeners! Glad you are stopping by for another segment. Today we're discussing health and wellness approaches for 2021. So what are you doing? Low Carb, Keto, Meal Replacement shakes? Do you have an accountability partner or not sure what to do to restart your weight loss journey. After many stops and starts, I am embracing the "no diet" lifestyle. This includes 80% of my week eating clean, drinking lots of water and working out. Join me as we discuss the importance of finding a balance and solution that works for you.
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As we move forward to seeking better love and considerations, we need to consider the following: how a person interacts with you, the pattern they show you regarding their intentions. Are we in fantasy land? Or are we trying to catch on to what energy they are sharing. Love actions or inactions can show you a lot about a person, what they are seeking with you or are you being contacted because you are available and they are bored. Seriously, though! Let's love better and think more deeply about how we position ourselves for truth love and speak truth to our lives. I hope you will enjoy this episode and leave comments for show topics at posbey@outlook.com.
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Speak Truth 2 Life discusses the importance of dating approaches including a top list of things that women should consider as they approach dating in the digital world. Being honest about what you want and need is important. It is also imperative to not try to make over a 'man' as you get involved in emotional and physical relationships. So come on in and sit a spell to listen to this bonus episode. We will see you in January for our kick off episode. Happy Holidays and remember to stay your authentic and beautiful self.
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This episode discusses the motivation for the show and why you can look forward to.
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Welcome to Speak Truth 2 Life. We welcome you to take a life journey with us each week! Join us on Monday evenings at 7pm Eastern Standard Time.
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