Mental Dialogue: Recent Episodes
Montoya Smith
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The return of intelligent radio. We ensure the free flow of opinions, and push the envelope on the questions America's afraid to ask about race & sex in mainstream media.
Host BLACK SOCRATES deep dives into the decision not to include WNBA rookie CAITLIN CLARK on the WOMEN'S BASKETBALL 2024 OLYMPIC team. Basketball Hall of Famer LISA LESLIE said this about CLARK before the announcement of the team, "She better be on the Olympic team...We should not leave the country without her..." Does CLARK'S play and popularity warrant a roster spot? Is she only considered a snub because she is the GREAT WHITE HOPE? RACE is obviously a factor in CLARK'S popularity, but should it be? MENTAL DIALOGUE is asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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Women often say BROKE DICK is the best, and men often say CRAZY WOMEN have the BEST SEX, as we invite our special guest ANGELA CONNER, aka "The Mistress of Sexuality" to discuss if this is true. Why are some of us so SEXUALLY ATTRACTED to UNHEALTHY PARTNERS? We ask our callers the craziest things they've done for some GOOD SEX. Do we sometimes confuse SEXUAL FREEDOM with SEXUAL irresponsibility? If a person has a history of TOXIC SEX relationships, how do they recover to enter a healthier relationship with SEX? MENTAL DIALOGUE is asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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In a process, she calls "beautifully frustrating, special guest, Sheo of SHE PRINTS IT, CHER'DON REYNOLDS discusses how she became the first BLACK WOMAN-OWNED supplier in the STAPLES promotional product chain. For companies wanting to follow in her footsteps what would she recommend? What part of the process did she appreciate the most and what part frustrated her almost to the point of quitting? What kept her going and what's her secret for creating strategic alliances within her industry? Lastly, we ask her why she is tired of so many BLACK companies still experiencing BLACK FIRST. MENTAL DIALOGUE is asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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Our 1st sponsor Smoke Garrett owner of L&G Technolgy calls in and gives his testimony of how the Mental Dialogue CommUNITY Club helped him.
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Black Socrates shouts out barbershop he started Mental Dialogue in.
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Special guests, host of The Show ATL, MS. DIA, founder of the Hip Hip Bridge Builders, MINISTER SERVER, and spoken word artist JON GOODE drop in to discuss the recent battle between DRAKE and KENDRICK and how it stacks up against RAP BATTLES of the past. Is this battle the greatest in HIP-HOP history, or did DRAKE and KENDRICK go too far? Why was KENDRICK declared the winner and will DRAKE'S career ever be the same? Where does KENDRICKS Not Like Us rank amongst all-time diss songs? Call in at 646.787.1691 and #GIVEUSYOUR3CENTS. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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SHAQ and COUNTRY WAYNE suggest men should never open up to women. Special guest co-host and radio host of Afternoon Tea MARIA JORDAN and special guests mental health advocate and author CHRIS JAMES and RBG founder SUPREME RA drop in to discuss just how VULNERABLE MEN should be in their RELATIONSHIPS. Is there a level of pride a man should maintain to shield and protect his woman by not sharing so much? Do women often request men be more VULNERABLE, but later throw that VULNERABILITY in their man's face? Or can greater VULNERABILITY from men help more of our relationships thrive today? MENTAL DIALOGUE is asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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Special Guest Certified Life Coach, DR. FREE drops by to discuss how to identify and change negative patterns in our lives through INNER WORK. What is INNER WORK exactly? How do we identify negative patterns in our own lives? Is this the same or like therapy focused on our INNER CHILDHOOD WOUNDS? Are recurring problems, whether they are RELATIONSHIP or FINANCIAL issues a sign that INNER WORK is needed? If someone is not spiritual or religious can they access their inner selves in this manner? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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Special guests GHANAIAN-born American citizen FRANK ASSANTE and American-born NIGERIAN YIEH SASSEKPO drop by to discuss the advice they were given about dating AFRICAN AMERICANS in the U.S. What are some concerns AFRICAN parents have about their children DATING/MARRYING AFRICAN AMERICANS? What do AFRICANS think of PASSPORT BROS? Should AFRICAN AMERICANS be concerned with being scammed for a green card by native AFRICANS, or are the stereotypes perpetuated to ensure our cultures stay divided? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America is afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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If your husband received a life sentence in prison would you stay or would you bore children with him after he received that life sentence? Well, that is exactly what our special guest TAMU KANYAMA aka "Mama Tamu" did after she and her husband along with other comrades survived a deadly COINTELPRO attack while trying to purchase land in 1971 in Mississippi to start a separate BLACK NATION. We've also invited her youngest daughter CHINYERE NORMAN to guest co-host the show as we delve into MAMA TAMU'S book 1148 Lewis Street: A Long Journey. We dig into her story to learn about the fortitude it took to bore and raise children with her falsely imprisoned husband, and how she maintained the faith that would eventually lead to his release after only 9 years into his life sentence. MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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Special guest cognitive behavioral therapist MARILYN ODUEYNI drops by to discuss how MARRIAGE is viewed by young AFRICAN AMERICANS. Do they still see MARRIAGE as a necessity for a family or a fulfilled life? Has the 50% divorce rate over the last two decades decreased their desire for MARRIAGE? How do young BLACK PEOPLE look at our grandparents' MARRIAGES lasting for 40 and 50+ years? Have FEMINIST ideals helped or hurt their views on MARRIAGE? Do they feel that more CASUAL SEX during the DATING stages helps or hurts their future chances at a successful MARRIAGE? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America is afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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Classic MD show from 2015 with over 500+ download:MENTAL DIALOGUE MOTHER'S DAY EXCLUSIVE: BLACK SOCRATES has an open conversation with DARRYL BLACK aka BLACK NITTY, former gang member, and his MOTHER about his journey from a FULL SCHOLARSHIP student-athlete at the UNITED STATES AIR FORCE ACADEMY to his two stints in the TEXAS STATE PENITENTIARY. This is a true redemption story and you will witness first-hand how a MOTHER'S LOVE help to turn DARRYL'S life around as he faced LIFE IN PRISON for his 3RD STRIKE only to beat that case to now becoming the OWNER/OPERATOR of his own transportation truck. At the TOP OF THE SECOND HOUR (11:00AM) for our "MONEY AND POWER 15" segment we bring in business consultant extraodinaire, ANDRE C. HATCHETT, from BUY BLACK NYC (buyblacknyc.com) to interview DARRYL about his new owner/operator trucking business. If you ever wondered about the value of a business consultant Mr. Hatchett will discuss some basic business practices with Darryl to help ensure long-term success for his business. YOU DON'T WON'T TO MISS THIS ONE!!!!
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CANDACE OWENS burst onto the media scene and immediately became a lightning rod due to her CONSERVATIVE viewpoints often besmirching the BLACK COMMUNITY. Special guest SHELLEY WYNTER drops by to discuss why OWENS was recently released from the DAILY WIRE. OWENS recently found herself at odds with another DAILY WIRE correspondent BEN SHAPIRO over her viewpoints on the ISRAELI/HAMAS conflict. However, she was not fired until after her BREAKFAST CLUB interview in which OWENS seemingly expressed her concerns and adorations for the AFRICAN AMERICAN community freely. So why was she actually fired? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America is afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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UNITED AIRLINE'S CEO SCOTT KIRBY recently stated he plans to train 5000 new pilots by 2030 and he wants 50% of them to be women and people of color (POC). ELON MUSK, CANDACE OWENS, and others publicly disagreed with KIRBY'S initiative by suggesting it might allow unqualified pilots into the cockpit. Special guests commercial airline pilot BRANDT HOUSE and DEI consultant LATRICE ROSS join the show to discuss if they think this DIVERSITY, EQUITY, and INCLUSION (DEI) initiative by KIRBY will be effective in getting more minorities and women to become commercial pilots or will the "UNQUALIFIED" stigma hurt their advancement in the industry. MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America is afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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When it comes to SYSTEMIC issues such as RACISM, GUN CONTROL, GENDER EQUALITY or LGBTQ rights, some people suggest our systems are broken, whereas others argue the SYSTEM is working just as designed. Special guest ANTI-OPPRESSION educator DR. SUNDIATA drops by to discuss a different way to view these issues through the lens of SYSTEMS THINKING. Is SYSTEMS THINKING a viable solution for these issues that seem to stalemate our society, or is it another idealistic approach that misses the mark? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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In Western society, early MONOGAMY laws only applied to women, until the women's movement forced it to apply to men. In those times men were expected to cheat and women would often stay. However, today one psychologist suggests that women CHEAT more than men. Is CHEATING a deal breaker for you and if so why? Are there circumstances in which you would forgive your spouse? What if there are children, and does their age factor into your decision? Some people forgive repeat CHEATERS, why and what does that say about that person? Can you cheat if you're single? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America is afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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When it comes to CHILD SERVICES, some men prefer to take care of their children without government involvement, while others won't pay CHILD SUPPORT, or be involved without government enforcement. Did Child Services create the "WEEKEND DAD?" Should single fathers seek child support on an absentee mother? After a DIVORCE is ALIMONY and CHILD SUPPORT fair? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. "ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK"
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Special guests, business coaches LANEE JAVET (monetization) and KIMBERLY FOWLER (taxes) drop by to discuss the aspects of BUSINESS people tend to leave out when discussing ENTREPRENEURSHIP. While business and entrepreneurship can be rewarding for those who endure and succeed, there is still a lot of grief and loss associated with launching a business. Both coaches discuss the level of anguish that comes with business, from their very own experiences, and how they coach and manage their clients through the process of becoming successful business owners. Beyond business acumen, what other issues often derail entrepreneurs on their path to becoming business owners? How do they know when a client is mentally prepared to succeed in business? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America is afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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Special guest, PSYCHOTHERAPIST MONIQUE KNIGHT, and founder of the Secret Sauce Relationship Boot Camp drops by to discuss dealing with CHILDHOOD TRAUMAS, that specifically affect how we show up in our RELATIONSHIPS/MARRIAGES. How do we discover and deal with the childhood traumas that hamper our relationships? Should we seek THERAPY before pursuing serious relationships or MARRIAGE? How do we determine if the CHILDHOOD TRAUMA our mate displays is too much to stay or worth fighting through? MENTAL DIALOGUE is asking the questions America is afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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Special guests CHRIS JAMES, mental health advocate, and ROYCE RICHARDSON (finance and wealth management) discuss the status of today's MEN and how they size up to men of the past. Why were so many men bothered by USHER groping ALECIA KEYS during their SUPER BOWL performance? Why are SUICIDE RATES so high and increasing for BLACK MEN? Should men have more SAFE SPACES? Is there a concerted effort in the media to make men more EFFEMINATE? What is the role of a man today inside of his family? MENTAL DIALOGUE is asking the questions America is afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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Special guests Chief Investment Officer MICHAEL SUTTLAR II at SC Capital, and serial entrepreneur WILLIAM AGNEW drop by to discuss their biggest STOCK MARKET, REAL ESTATE, or BUSINESS INVESTMENT mistakes, and what they learned. What led to their big INVESTMENT mistake? Did they research enough? Is it truly possible to keep your emotions out of INVESTMENT decisions? Are big INVESTMENT mistakes part of the process of becoming an INTELLIGENT INVESTOR? What type of investments do they prefer, and why? CALL-IN 646.787.1691 and share some of your INVESTMENT MISTAKES in hopes that others can learn from your mistakes as well. MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America is afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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We have an exciting show featuring BLACK HISTORY TRIVIA as special guest Urban Intellectuals founder FREDDIE TAYLOR and special guest co-host BLACK HISTORY children's book author AKUA AGUSI-ELEBUIBON drop by to discuss unsung heroes of BLACK HISTORY. Is learning BLACK HISTORY still necessary in 2024? Who are the BLACK HISTORICAL figures they won't teach you about in the public education system, and why? Should parents leave it up to the school system to teach BLACK HISTORY? Where can parents find resources to supplement their child's education? Also for this show PLEASE CALL IN and share your favorite historical figures, especially those within your own family or local to your area. MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America is afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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Special guests, anti-oppression educator DR. SUNDIATA SOON-JAHTA, and motivational speaker JOHN COLTRANE drop by to discuss what it means to identify under the RACIAL CONSTRUCT of BLACKNESS. MR. COLTRANE grew up BI-RACIAL and struggled with his RACIAL IDENTITY as a youth. Are BI-RACIAL children still expected to choose a race? Today is BLACKNESS more identified by culture than race? Historically when did the Government implement the ONE-DROP rule and when did it no longer apply? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America is afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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Special guests, Enduring Love Ministries' ROOSEVELT and RENITA QUICK drop by to discuss whether society still recognizes MARRIAGE as a covenant under GOD. For the last two decades, according to the U.S. Census, half of allMARRIAGES ended in DIVORCE and in 2nd MARRIAGES the DIVORCE RATES were even higher. Did BIBLICAL principles play a big role in keeping marriages strong in the past? Or did those same principles specifically keep women in ABUSIVE MARRIAGES? Does GOD approve of churches that recognize SAME-SEX MARRIAGES? Are the BIBLICAL principles for MARRIAGE simply misunderstood in today's society? MENTAL DIALOGUE is asking the questions America's afraid to ask in the mainstream media. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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Special guest co-host ANGELA CONNER aka The Mistress of Sexuality drops by to discuss how MARRIAGES can become SEXLESS and what can be done about them, especially since 74% of SEXLESS MARRIAGES typically end in DIVORCE. Some stats show up to 50% of women and up to 30% of men lose their SEX DRIVE in these SEXLESS MARRIAGES. We ask our special guest what tools MARRIED can couples rely on to avoid this scenario. Currently, SEX seems to no longer be sacred, could this be playing a role in the growing number of SEXLESS MARRIAGES? Beyond health problems, at what point should couples seek professional help? MENTAL DIALOGUE is asking the questions America is afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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THE BEST OF MENTAL DIALOGUE 2023 as BLACK SOCRATES and co-host HILARY WINFIELD invite special guest ATTORNEY EDWARD C. HOPKINS to discuss cuts from the top shows of 2023. CALL-IN 646.787.1691 and #GIVEUSYOUR3CENTS as we listen to cuts from some of our most listened-to shows, including 1. RE-EDUCATION OF THE NEGRO: Necessary Conversations on RACE, SEX, and CULTURE. 2 Do Men Want To Be HUSBANDS? 3. MENTAL HEALTH: Can I Unplug To Find Myself? 4. Who Taught You How To Be Broke? 5. Good Relationship, BAD SEX, How Can We Fix It? 6. Should We Teach BLACK YOUTH It Is OK To Be ARRESTED? 7. TRUE LOVE: How Real Is It? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America is afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/montoya-smith/messageSupport this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/montoya-smith/support
This SPECIAL EDITION show is an OPEN CALL for the INTELLECTUAL OUTKASTS (LISTENERS) to call in and dialogue about issues on RACE, SEX, AND CULTURE, whether it's THE COLOR PURPLE, TARAJI P. HENSON AND EQUAL PAY, SEXUAL ASSAULT ALLEGATIONS, PULPIT SCRUTINY, ETC.). This show belongs to you. MENTAL DIALOGUE is asking the questions America is afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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There is an old saying that says you can't turn a HOE into a HOUSEWIFE but in 2023 the new saying is HOES ARE WINNING. Special guests former SEX WORKER, LESLEY TARVENIER, and RELATIONSHIP COACH VAUN THE LOVE ALCHEMIST drop in to discuss the Truth about how men feel about PROMISCUOUS WOMEN. There was a time when women with a certain reputation would only be pursued for SEX, but has the SEXUAL REVOLUTION forced men to respect PROMISCUITY, or does it leave them no choice? Mega rap star MEGAN THE STALLION recently announced she is no longer for the streets; will this matter to men? Also, why do some men step outside of their MARRIAGES with SEX WORKERS, because they don’t want their wives too raunchy? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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A deep dive into the effects of AFRICAN AMERICANS and other minorities adapting to American society via assimilating into the majority culture. Is it possible to maintain your BLACKNESS (culture) when you assimilate or is necessary to CODE SWITCH to maintain your BLACK CARD? Some other races and cultures encourage full assimilation into American culture, why is this mostly frowned upon in BLACK CULTURE? Can assimilation be used as a strategy (i.e. "The Spook Who Sat By The Door")? What about self-identifying as AFRICAN and rejecting American culture? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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After rapper TI's altercation with his son KING on IG Live we are discussing are today's youth more unruly or more misguided in the information age. We ask special guests, cognitive behavioral therapist, Marilyn Oduenyi, and retired teacher, Chinwe Obijiofor is it more difficult for parents to demand respect from their children today? Are parents failing to pass along enough structure and guidance to their children? Is society afraid of today's youth, or have we simply failed them? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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As we celebrate 50 years of HIP-HOP, our special guest MINISTER SERVER founder of Hip Hop Bridge Builders and spiritual advisor at the Temple of Hip Hop not only knows the origin of HIP-HOP CULTURE but has made it his life mission to live by the motto coined by KRS-ONE himself "Hip Hop is not something you do, Hip Hop is something you live." Call in (646.787.1691) and tell us the moment you fell in Love with this thang of ours, we call HIP-HOP. Take a trip down memory lane as we discuss pivotal moments in HIP-HOP history and ask where THE CULTURE is headed over the next 50 years. MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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For this show we break down the NIA LONG and JEEZY interview in only the way MENTAL DIALOGUE can. Special guest, HILARY WINFIELD, drops by to discuss her unique insights on their interview and some takeaways not currently being discussed on social media. What childhood experiences impeded NIA and JEEZY's desire to have healthy relationships? Do real NIGGAS cheat or not? Is their interview a great or bad example of BLACK MEN and WOMEN sticking together? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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Special guest VAUN the Love Alchemist drops by as we explore the transition of BLACK MALES into manhood. Throughout American Media, BLACK MALE MASCULINITY is depicted as thugs, pimps, and cheaters. Are BLACK MALES encouraged to live out extended adolescence in American Society? This week in an interview with NIA LONG, the rapper YOUNG JEEZY said REAL NIGGAZ don't cheat, is that true, and if so is this a step in the right direction? Currently, two-thirds of BLACK MALES are not married compared to 50% of other races of men in American culture, what does it mean for the BLACK COMMUNITY going forward? Are too many boys left to raise themselves? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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In an era where everyone claims to be a boss, we ask Orange Strategy founder and BUSINESS CONSULTANT, TERRY SIMMONS his unique perspective on ENTREPRENEURSHIP and the path to actually becoming a BOSS. In his time as a consultant and BUSINESS STRATEGIST are there specific traits he finds common among successful ENTREPRENEURS? Should BLACK PEOPLE take advantage of CAPITALISM to groom more ENTREPRENEURS? Why should you work just to finance someone else's dream? What about BUSINESS COACHES, are they worth it? What is the best way to transition or get financing for your ENTREPRENEURIAL dream? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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RELATIONSHIP COACH, DERRICK CLARK, author of The 30 Love Laws along with casts from the upcoming play Why Should I Get Married? drop by to discuss why we should get MARRIED. We revisit this show from two years ago as we once again explore the INSTITUTION of MARRIAGE and why it still matters today. How do you determine if your mate is MARRIAGE-MINDED? Does the place for the 1st date matter if you are pursuing someone for MARRIAGE? Is MARRIAGE two people coming together as one, or should two people experience a personal journey within the union? What does the future of our society look like if alternative family structures are prioritized over the union of MARRIAGE? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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Have you ever had thoughts of SUICIDE? If so tune into this show featuring psychotherapist DR. CURTIS JASPER and special guest MIKE LAWSON as they discuss the depths of SUICIDAL IDEATIONS and how to develop a MORNING ROUTINE that can, not only, pull you out of SUICIDAL THOUGHTS but thrust you into HIGH ACHIEVEMENT and progress you can be proud of. MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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BLACK SOCRATES and guest co-host, AKUA AGUSI-ELEBUIBON challenges SUPREME RA and DASIA ROBINSON, hosts of the Hip Hop School: Past And Present podcast to a debate on Heaux Culture in hip hop and Black society in general. Are female artists like SEXXY REDD and CARDI B worse for BLACK CULTURE today, or are they simply following in the footsteps of LIL KIM? Even hip-hop fans who regularly support misogynistic GANGSTER RAPPERS, seem to be outraged by SEXXY REDD's lyrics. As older hip-hop fans are we hating on the youth, or should we allow these new artists to express themselves and make their money? Should parents be more responsible despite what some hip-hop artists may do? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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Special guest co-host EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE coach, ALEASA WORD, and special guest EMOTIONAL WELLNESS coach FILA MCMILLAN-ANTWINE drop by to discuss our attraction to trauma relationships. Do you ever wonder why you have a tendency to attract people with TRAUMA in your INTIMATE RELATIONSHIPS? Why do you attach yourself despite the RED FLAGS? Are you too EMPATHETIC? Since we often come with our own TRAUMA in relationships how do we distinguish when to avoid or let go versus working through the trauma with someone. MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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In the U.S. 61% of Americans either indirectly or directly own STOCKS and 90% of American millionaires invest in REAL ESTATE. Our special guests Chief Investment Officer MICHAEL SUTTLAR II at SC Capital and Senior Lending Consultant JOHN C. MCGHEE II at Vi Capital Lending drop by to answer questions about getting into investing in either the MARKETS (Stock or Foreign Exchange) or REAL ESTATE. We ask our experts what FINANCIAL INDICATORS they look for in sound INVESTORS. Personally, what was their biggest investment mistake and what did they learn from it? What is a REIT or OPTION TRADING? What is the difference between a REALIZED GAIN vs a RECOGNIZED GAIN? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask**. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK**
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Rap Star JEEZY files for DIVORCEfrom his wife, and rappers PAPOOSE and wife REMY MA are caught upin a cheating scandal that has some men skeptical about whether or not MARRIAGEis for them. Historically men have controlled access to MARRIAGE, but in moderntimes it seems as if fewer BLACK MEN want to MARRY. AreBLACK MEN less concerned with legacy than other races? Are BLACK BOYSstill being raised to be MARRIAGE-MINDED? If more BLACK MEN choose not to MARRY, what does this mean for futuregenerations of BLACK CHILDREN? For BLACK MEN who want to MARRY, what are their biggest concerns beforeentering a MARRIAGE in modern times? MENTALDIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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In the age of SOCIAL MEDIA, the latest CELEBRITY GOSSIP, POLITICAL, or SOCIAL ISSUES (Trump/Biden, economy, police brutality, LGTQB, etc.) are available online 24/7. We ask our special guests psychologist DR. GERALD HASSELL, and author KEBA RICHARDSON The Journey of UN-BECOMING how to properly unplug to find our true and authentic selves to live a more fulfilling life. Is taking a break from social media enough? How can we be more intentional when we take a break? What about self-discovery trips to beautiful places in nature or out of the country? What does SELF DISCOVERY truly look like? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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In 1967 The Supreme Court unanimously struck down laws banning marriage between individuals of different races, 106 years after Maryland became the 1st state to enact MISCEGENATION laws banning INTERRACIAL MARRIAGES. However, despite the legal right to marry outside of one's race that alone has not changed the sentiments of many who still think it is wrong to do so, and some even argue it is detrimental from a COLLECTIVE RACE standpoint. For this show, we have a guest who married outside his race, another who dated outside her race most of her life, and a guest against INTERRACIAL DATING due to his PAN-AFRICAN ideology. Tune in as MENTAL DIALOGUE asks the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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Special guest MENTAL HEALTH counselor SHANAE BENITO drops by to discuss how we can support SINGLE MOTHER from a psychological and cultural standpoint in the BLACK COMMUNITY. Are there psychological issues SINGLE MOTHERS contend with more than MARRIED WOMEN? How do they psychologically deal with an ABSENT FATHER? Should SINGLE MOTHERS aim to find a good man to help raise their children and how is that process different for them versus women without children? What about the father who wants to be involved, but the mother is still hurt by the breakup, how can they better process their pain? Are there affordable ways for some SINGLE MOTHERS to get the MENTAL HEALTH therapy they need? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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Special guests LEO SMITH, CEO at Engaged Futures, andBROTHER ANHK of the Pseudo Killas join us to discuss why AFRICAN AMERICANparents are the leading group deciding to HOMESCHOOLtheir children since the pandemic. Are BLACK PARENTS turning to HOMESCHOOLING with concerns about the WHITEWASHING of history in public schools or the indoctrination into WOKENESS/GENDER IDENTITY? Are BLACK STUDENTS still being mislabeled as troublemakers or into special education at high rates? What are the risks associated with HOMESCHOOLING? If there are great public/private schools in your area is HOMESCHOOLING a better or riskier option? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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Special guests, psychotherapist DR. KATRINA PITTMAN and ANGELA CONNER aka the Mistress of Sexuality drop by to discuss introducing PORNOGRAPHY into MARRIAGES/RELATIONSHIPS. Is PORNOGRAPHY a fun way to spice up a couple's sex life? What if one spouse Loves PORN, but the other doesn't? Is the introduction of porn a potential warning sign for other problems? What about filming your own porn? Can it lead to an addiction? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/montoya-smith/messageSupport this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/montoya-smith/support
If you are SEXUALLY ABUSED as a CHILD, or RAPED (statutory included) as a TEENAGER what should you do about it? This is a question too many children, even in the AFRICAN-AMERICAN community, face with no answer. Does our society fail our children who experience sexual abuse on any level, and what if the perpetrator is a public figure, ala R. KELLYor EDDIE LONG? Our special guests for one of our MOST IMPORTANT SHOWS EVER include psychotherapist, DR. KATRINA H. PITTMAN, LPC, Fear Coach (life coach), COACH DEMECOS, and empowerment speaker, TALISIA D. ROWELL (victim of childhood sexual abuse). MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. "ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK"
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Special guests, cognitive behavioral therapist,MARILYN ODUENYI, author of The 30 Love Laws, DERRICK CLARK aka SINSEAR, and creator of theWhy Should I Get Married series LAWANDA JORDAN discuss TRUE LOVE and what it really is. Do we underestimate or over-romanticize LOVE and its role in our RELATIONSHIPS? Is it harder to keep your commitments without LOVE or do we misunderstand how TRUE LOVE and commitment work? If we better understood LOVE could we create realistic expectations that improve relationships andMARRIAGES today? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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Currently, in the news, there are discussions about CRITICAL RACE THEORY and what should or should not be included in AMERICAN HISTORY texts. BROTHER ANHK and DR. FREEdrop by to discuss a topic rarely approached in the AMERICAN SCHOOL system or in private discussions: the BREEDING OF BLACK PEOPLEinAMERICAN HISTORY. How prevalent was it, what toll did it take on ENSLAVED BLACK PEOPLE at that time, and does it affectAFRICAN AMERICANSat all today? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK.
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Often when BLACK MEN suffer from MENTAL HEALTH issues they become distant and often refuse to speak about their issues, even with their significant other. Special guests, psychotherapist, DR. GERALD HASSELL, and mental health advocate CHRIS JAMES, drop by to discuss the best approaches for BLACK WOMEN to assist their men on their MENTAL HEALTH journey. What if he has some MENTAL HEALTH concerns but refuses to get help? Is his refusal to discuss his issues, related to their relationship dynamics or something else? If she does convince him to get therapy, what are the best ways to approach seeing a therapist for the 1st time and what are realistic expectations afterward? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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A 45-Minute rant between BLACK SOCRATES & ELREDGE WASHINGTON, host of JustEldredge Podcast and member of The Gathering Spot discussing the recent firing of TK Peterson, now the former CFO, andBLACK CO-FOUNDER of The Gathering Spot and allegedly replacing him with a WHITE PERSON as the new CFO.
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Special guest mental health therapist DR. ANTHONY GRADY and special guest co-host Mistress of Sexuality, ANGELA CONNERdrop by to discuss MEN'S BODY COUNT and whether it matters. Society has long encouraged young boys and men to sow their wild oats, before settling down for marriage, but can a man have too many SEXUAL PARTNERS? If a man avoids STDs and UNWANTED PREGNANCIES should his BODY COUNT matter? Do a lot of SEXUAL PARTNERS make it more difficult for a man to settle down with one woman? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the question America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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Special guest DR. LANEE JAVETand guest co-host attorneyASHLEY JOHNSON-ALFORD drop by to discuss if men regularly pass up on good women. BLACK MEN are often seen online complaining about the type of men BLACK WOMEN choose to mate with, but does the dynamic play out similarly amongst men? KEKE PALMER'S baby father caused a stir when he complain about her attire via TWITTER during the USHER concert. Did he fail to understand KEKE's nature, or is he trying to control and change her into something she is not? Do today's men live out an extended adolescence by chasing a certain type of woman, but attempt to marry another type? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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Special guests, psychologist DR. CURTIS JASPER,and emotional intelligence instructor ALEASA WORD drop by to discuss why so many people are triggered to CUTOFF friends, and/or relationships relatively quickly but deem it as a form of SELF-CARE. Are some people choosing to be alone due to MENTAL HEALTH ISSUES and the inability to co-exist with others? When we make major changes in our lives to level up, how do we best determine who stays and who goes? Are there unintended consequences to constantly GHOSTING people? Also cutting off family is never easy, but when is it necessary? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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On this show, we explore the concept of those who genuinely work on behalf of the BLACK COMMUNITY versus those who simply use RACE as a way to hustle the BLACK COMMUNITY out of money. If a BLACK person talks down on America, it will resonate within the BLACK COMMUNITY, but is this approach the best way to uplift the community? Several leaders in the AFRICAN AMERICAN COMMUNITY, to include, LOUIS FARRAKHAN, AL SHARPTON, DR. UMAR JOHNSON, and others, have been called "ambulance chasers" when it comes to race, but are their solutions effective or outdated? Can the BLACK COMMUNITY find a better way to move past the struggle? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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Former REPUBLICAN US Senate candidate KELVIN KING and his wife, JANELLE KING, conservative panelist on Fox 5's Georgia Gang drop by to answer questions about why they are BLACK REPUBLICANS. Some Black people consider BLACK REPUBLICANS to beRACE TRAITORS, whereas many BLACK REPUBLICANS think the REPUBLICAN party is a better choice for theAFRICAN AMERICAN community. Were they everDEMOCRATIC VOTERS? As BLACK REPUBLICANS which PRESIDENTIAL campaign are they more excited about Senator TIM SCOTT’S or former PRESIDENT DONALD TRUMP'S? MENTAL DIALOGUEasking the questions America's afraid to ask.ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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Special guest, SUPREME RA, co-host ofHip Hop School: Past & Present podcast drops by to discuss the age-old debate of why mainstream HIP-HOP lyrical content seems limited toSEX,DRUGS, & VIOLENCE. Did the GOVERNMENT or RECORD-LABELS conspire to destroy the redeeming messages in early HIP-HOP or did the demand of young consumers dictate the direction of the content? Does HIP-HOP empower or degrade BLACK WOMEN? In recent times HIP HOP LYRICS have even come into question in CRIMINAL CASES, is this an attack on FREE SPEECH, or should HIP-HOP artists be held accountable for destructive lyrics? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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SpecialBABA OSHI,Black Afrikan Perspectives Radio, joins us to discuss BLACK CULTURE. We often say FOR THE CULTURE, but do we maintain any values pertinent to AFRICAN AMERICAN culture, or has our value system in the BLACK COMMUNITYbeen completely hijacked? Has STREET CULTURE or HIP-HOPculture replaced BLACK CULTURE? Historically how have our values and culture been successfully passed down? How can parents protect their children's minds to pass down these values in the information age? Can focusing on BLACK CULTURAL VALUES limit our thinking as the world becomes more global? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the question America's afraid to ask.ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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Are modern women more disrespectful than in the past, or do men today struggle with the idea of having to respect women? Special guest, and relationship coach, VAUN THE LOVE ALCHEMIST drops by to address the differences. Do men and women respond differently to respect and disrespect? If there are differences can understanding these nuances improve our relationships with each other?MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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Former gymnastic Olympic Gold Medalist, DOMINIQUE DAWES, recently expressed her concern about how the NAME, IMAGE, and LIKENESS (NIL) deals for women collegiate athletes, basically require the women to BARE IT ALL. Legendary Stanford University Women's basketball coach, TARA VANDERVEER, recently stated "Some NIL deals are a step back for women." Our special guest co-host AUTUMN SONATA is a tech architect that also models, and we ask her view on NILs as it relates to women's college athletics. What should be the expectations and what might parents do to combat the exploitation of their girls? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America is afraid to ask. ALL I IS THAT YOU THINK--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/montoya-smith/messageSupport this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/montoya-smith/support
According to FBI crime data, BLACK WOMEN are assaulted and raped more than other races in America. Some BLACK WOMEN say they feel protected by BLACK MEN, whereas others feel unprotected by them, WHY the difference? Are other RACESand CULTURES better at protecting their women, or does BLACK AMERICAN CULTURE misunderstand what protection of women should look like? Can we enforce cultural values or put in mechanisms to make BLACK WOMEN feel more protected? MENTAL DIALOGUEasking the questions America's afraid to ask.ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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Special guests, psychotherapist DR. KATRINA PITTMAN, AND successful business owner DUANE DRAUGHON drop by to discuss why someBLACK PEOPLE focus on negativity and some even push mediocrity as the standard by ridiculing other AFRICAN AMERICANS. Also, this week EBONI K. WILLIAMSset off a firestorm with her elitist comments to IYANLA VANZANT about not dating BUS DRIVERS and how some successful Black people look down on others. WILLIAMS defended her position by citing a recent study that showed INDIAN IMMIGRANTS by far exceed other groups financially in America; she challenged The BLACK COMMUNITYandBLACK MENspecifically to learn from their example. Collectively does she have a point? MENTAL DIALOGUEasking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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During the pandemic lockdowns, Atlanta KEISHA LANCE BOTTOM initially released an ordinance to remove the "WATERBOYS" off the corners via POLICE ENFORCEMENT, until our special guest KACEY VENNINGS,co-founder of Helping Empower Youth stepped in and created an alternative to ensure those young men were not disregarded by the system. Second-hour guest DERRICK STANDIFER, founder of Life Is Like A Rubik’s Cube, has taught 1000s of Black youth how to tap into their genius via the Rubik’s Cube. We ask each of our guests in their opinion does the overall community truly care about BLACK YOUTH. Are today's youth prone to not listening, or have we as adults simply failed to listen? Does the Black community unfairly stigmatize our youth, or can the parents fairly be blamed for the problems we see? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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SHAMEoften makes people feel deeply flawed as a human, WORTHLESS, and in many cases, UNLOVABLE. Special guest psychologist DR. CURTIS JASPER drops by to discuss GUILTversus SHAME and overcoming feeling INADEQUATE or overcoming the abuse of aSHAME-SHIFTING NARCISSIST. When does GUILT turn into SHAME? Can we heal our SHAME alone or should we seek THERAPY? What techniques can be used to find SELF-WORTH again for those dealing with TOXIC SHAME? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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Special guest, ANGELA CONNER, the Mistress of Sexuality, drops by to discuss numerous women claiming to be dissatisfied withtheir SEX LIFE. Are their SEXUAL PARTNERSinadequate? Do they have the wrong approach or mindset aboutSEX? Can they spice things up with SEXUAL TOYS or PORNOGRAPHY? Can having numerous partners before a MARRIAGE ora committed relationship skew their perspective on their current partner? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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Did you graduate high school with enough life skills, especially regarding budgets, credit scores, car purchasing, and home buying? If not, tune in as special guests, personal finance expert SHANI CURRY and real estate agent EPHRAIM ABDULLAH drop by to discuss what we should have been taught about those things in high school. Should future HOMEOWNERSwait for the perfect time in the market to purchase a home? Should you negotiate the INVOICE PRICE or INVENTORY PRICE when purchasing a car? What are consumers' biggest mistakes when purchasing a car or home? If your credit score is low, how quickly can you build up your credit legally? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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Some countries worldwide, including RUSSIA, have agreed to switch from the U.S. DOLLAR to the CHINESE YUAN for their INTERNATIONAL TRADE CURRENCY. According to the news media, this could potentially lead to HYPERINFLATION in the U.S. ECONOMY. Special guest co-host 20-year financial advisor veteran DAVETT JONES and special guest, Chief Investment Officer for SC Capital, MICHAEL SUTTLAR II, drop by to discuss the future of the U.S. dollar worldwide. Is some of this media hype, or has the U.S. ECONOMIC standing worldwide taken a hit under PRESIDENT BIDEN? If HYPERINFLATION happens, are there steps financially people can take to prepare or protect their assets? Should people learn to invest in GOLD, SILVER, or other CURRENCIES? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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Special guest co-host ASHLEY JOHNSON-ALFORD drops by to discuss the Love story of DEWAYNE & WHITLEY on the 80's sitcom A DIFFERENT WORLD and how we see it differently 30 years later. Did DEWAYNE truly think he was good enough for WHITELY in the beginning? Eventually, DEWAYNE rejected WHITELY after years of DATING & SEX, so why did he decide to marry her only after BYRON asked her for marriage? Did DEWAYNE, the "nice guy," win the prize when he and WHITELY finally married? Did WHITELY choose the right guy in DEWAYNE, or did we mistakenly ROMANTICIZE this TOXIC RELATIONSHIP? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask.ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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Host MONTOYA SMITH, aka Black Socrates, releases his long-awaited book, and special guests attorney EDWARD C. HOPKINS IIand fellow author EMILLE BRYANT drop in to experience Smith's unique commentaries from his book designed to invoke serious conversations on RACE, SEX, POLICE BRUTALITY, MARRIAGE, BLACK ECONOMICS, etc. Tune in, or better yet, call in to participate in the dialogue and #GIVEUSYOUR3CENTS. MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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Join us as our special guest DAVETT JONES, author of Who Taught You How To Be Broke?, and special guest co-host ASHLEY THOMAS, Making Money Matter, drop by to discuss JONES' unique and simple approach to teaching others how to gain WEALTH and how to pass it down to the next generation. Are there MONEY HABITS we should teach our children? Is it possible to BUILD WEALTH if I don't make a lot of MONEY? When should assets be placed into a financial trust to pass down WEALTH? What does PAY YOURSELF FIRST mean? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/montoya-smith/message
Special guest co-host AUTUMN SONATA and special guest relationship coach SINSEAR drop by as we ask our audience if their parents provided a HEALTHY or DYSFUNCTIONAL example for MARRIAGE? Should our parents discuss what it takes to have a successful MARRIAGE? What can you do if you only witnessed dysfunctional relationships but desire a healthy relationship for yourself? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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Special guest co-host LATRICE ROSS (Diversity Consultant) drops by to discuss the concept of some AFRICAN AMERICANS disliking/hating other BLACK PEOPLE. Do BLACK PEOPLE harm each other due to SELF-HATRED? Why are many BLACK CONSERVATIVES categorized as SELF-HATING BLACK people? Is COLORISM a form of this SELF-HATRED? How does anyone, no matter their race, overcome ANTI-BLACKNESS? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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Special guest DR. JARED BALL, professor and author of The Myth and Propaganda of Black Buying Power, drops by to discuss tangible steps AFRICAN AMERICANS can take to improve their economic status as a collective. Does the BLACK DOLLAR only circulate for six hours in the BLACK COMMUNITY? If AFRICAN AMERICANS spent more money with BLACK BUSINESSES, would that close the WEALTH GAP? Does the AFRICAN AMERICAN community need a BUYING BLACK MANIFESTO? Are REPARATIONS necessary, or would most BLACK FOLKS squander the money? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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Special guest, ANGELA CONNER, the Mistress of Sexuality, drops by to discuss spicing up relationships after the SEX has gotten inconsistent and/or redundant. How can couples rejuvenate their SEX LIFE? What if someone waits until MARRIAGE to have SEX, only to discover the SEX is continuously awful? Should spouses expect INFIDELITY from their partner if they don't fulfill their partner's sexual desires? Should PORN be introduced inside a marriage? What if their partner becomes physically unattractive or medically incapable? MENTAL DIALOGUEasking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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This year (2016) marks the 50th anniversary of the BLACK PANTHER PARTY and MD brings in special guest, LARRY PINKNEY an ORIGINAL BLACK PANTHER to discuss how the PANTHERS are viewed in today's society. Did the BLACK PANTHERS start out as community organization that eventually got away from their principles? How did the PANTHERS feel about MARTIN LUTHER KING'S approach of NON-VIOLENCE? Did the FBI's COINTELPRO infiltrate to bring down the Party or did their own in fighting between HUEY P. NEWTON & ELRIDGE CLEAVER play the biggest role in the demise of the party? At the top of the 2nd Hour, for the MONEY & POWER 15, we ask how did the PANTHERS finance their BREAKFAST PROGRAM and provide 20K meals weekly for the youth, as well as the sickle cell testing for the community? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. "ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK"
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Host, MONTOYA SMITH aka BLACK SOCRATES has long been on record with his controversial stance that BLACK PARENTS should teach their children it is OK to be ARRESTED. Special guest, ATTORNEY MUWALI DAVIS, drops by to discuss MONTOYA'S stance and our rights during POLICE STOPS. During THE TALK with our BLACK CHILDREN, should we explain how RACIAL PROFILING makes it different for them? If you are innocent or, in the case of mistaken identity, what is the best way to respond to a potential arrest? If we are detained but are not driving, are we required to show ID? If we are driving and know we've been drinking a little, should we willfully take a sobriety test? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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Special guestELI MARKUS, author of Secure The Throne,returns to discuss the idea of the value of being right in our society. For example, we are witnessing the unfortunate black-and-forth between former NFL player ED REED and HBCU Bethune-Cookman's decision to withdraw his coaching position at the university. Regardless of which side is correct, are there any lessons that can be evaluated in how "WHO IS RIGHT?" is being leveraged or misused under the circumstances? In other situations, how often does our community overleverage being right, whether with an employer, a POLICE OFFICER or even in business? How can holding on to being right or our perceptions of what is right stunt our growth individually or as a community? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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We invite special guests, Fulton County Commissioner MARVIN ARRINGTON JR and documentarian, ADELIN GASANA, to discuss DR KING'S LEGACY and how his father MARVIN HARRINGTON SR carried on DR KING's LEGACY as a CIVIL SERVANT after KING'S ASSASSINATION. We ask HARRINGTON JR what lessons he learned most from his father, ARRINGTON SR, aka MR. BO LEGS to help others who also may want to become CIVIL SERVANTS? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/montoya-smith/message
THE BEST OF MENTAL DIALOGUE 2022 as BLACK SOCRATES and co-host HILARY ROBERTS discuss cuts from the top shows of 2022. CALL-IN 646.787.1691 and #GIVEUSYOUR3CENTS as we listen to cuts from some of our most listened-to shows, including 1. Why Are There So Many Damn RELATIONSHIP COACHES? 2. Can BLACK PEOPLE Handle The Truth About Ourselves? 3. What Do Women Bring To The Table? 4. What's The Difference Between TRADING And INVESTING? 5. Should Children Be Raised In A MALE-CENTERED Home? 6.Do WIVES See SEX As A Chore? 7. Is What Happen To KANYE, SYSTEMIC RACISM? and more. MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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DR. MARTIN LUTHER KING, near the end of his life, told his good friend, HARRY BELAFONTE, I fear I may have integrated my people into a burning house. I invite special guests BABA AMIN OJUOK, founder of the Uhuru Academy, and serial entrepreneur, WILLIAM AGNEW, to discuss the good, the bad, and the ugly of INTEGRATION for the AFRICAN AMERICAN community. What were DR KING’s biggest concerns about INTEGRATION? Why did our ancestors desire INTEGRATION? Are there aspects of INTEGRATION that can be celebrated? Are there current solutions for any of the ills of INTEGRATION? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America’s afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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THE BEST OF MENTAL DIALOGUE 2022 as BLACK SOCRATES and co-hostHILARY ROBERTSdiscuss cuts from the top shows of 2022. CALL-IN 646.787.1691 and #GIVEUSYOUR3CENTSas we listen to cuts from some of our most listened-to shows, including 1. Why Are There So Many Damn RELATIONSHIP COACHES? 2. Can BLACK PEOPLE Handle The Truth About Ourselves? 3. What Do Women Bring To The Table?4. What's The Difference Between TRADING And INVESTING? 5. Should Children Be Raised In A MALE-CENTERED Home? 6.Do WIVES See SEX As A Chore? 7. Is What Happen To KANYE, SYSTEMIC RACISM? and more. MENTAL DIALOGUEasking the questions America's afraid to ask.ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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Special guests co-host TWYMEIKA "JENDAYI" JONES-HILL, founder of Black Grown and Married drops to discuss the aftermath of the MEGAN THEE STALLION and TORY LANEZ trial. Did this trial once again pit BLACK MEN & WOMEN against one another? Is the TORY LANEZ verdict vindication not just for MEGAN THEE STALLION but also for BLACK WOMEN? If you disagree with TORY LANEZ's verdict, should BLACK MEN be more concerned with the support they will receive from BLACK WOMEN? Or, as a community, should we even care or concern ourselves with the trials and tribulations of these CELEBRITIES? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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Special guest co-host LATRICE ROSS (Diversity Consultant) drops by to discuss accountability, specifically in the AFRICAN AMERICAN COMMUNITY, and how it is often misunderstood. Is shame an effective tool to increase accountability within a culture? In general, do AFRICAN AMERICANS avoid accountability? Will the recent rise in violence around the country decrease within BLACK neighborhoods with more accountability? Why are AFRICAN AMERICANS seemingly burdened by the actions of other BLACK FOLKS? Are other races more accountable, and if so, how? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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Dating for MILLENNIALS today is clearly different than in past generations as we invite special guests, Relationship Coach and VIP poet SINSEAR SINCERE and VIP poet SHE PHAROAH (Poet) to drop by and discuss the DATING POOL for MILLENNIALS. This show will feature poetry from our guests as we discuss the DATING POOL in the SOCIAL MEDIA era. How authentic are relationships today, or do most people get caught up in the fairy tale romances shown on SOCIAL MEDIA? Does this generation care about MARRIAGE and what it means regarding family, or is MARRIAGE seemingly a fleeting idea for this generation? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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Special guests, tech influencers AUTUMN SONATA, Solutions Architect, and DEMECOS CHAMBERS, Cloud Engineer, drop by to discuss their career paths and efforts to help other AFRICAN AMERICANS break into the TECH INDUSTRY. We ask our special guest why TECH JOBS are so high in demand. Do you need a degree? Can you go from NO TECH EXPERIENCE to a SIX-FIGURE SALARY in six months or less? What are the best certifications to start with? Can you work for yourself? Why are both so adamant about getting others into the TECH SPACE? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/montoya-smith/message
Special guest co-host DR. TIFFANY KING (psychology) and special guest TIA HOUSE (couples counselor) drop by to discuss the MAN'S EGO in relationships. Is it necessary for women to learn how to navigate around a MAN EGO in relationships, or is this an unwritten or unfair burden placed on women? How does this dynamic play out specifically for BLACK WOMEN with BLACK MENin America? Is catering to a man a form of stroking his EGO, or another way to make a WOMAN SUBMISSIVE? What about SEXUALLY, how does a woman navigate a MAN'S ego? What about the WOMAN'S EGOin the relationship? What is considered a HEALTHY MAN'S EGO, and how can it benefit a relationship? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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Should BLACK CONSUMERS seek out more chances to BUY BLACK during the holiday season? We ask special guests, CHER'DON REYNOLDS, Sheo of She Prints It, and owner of Seeds 2 Shirt, TAMEKA PEOPLES, to give their take on BLACK FRIDAY and BUYING BLACK throughout the holiday season. Has the BUYING BLACK movement improved business for BLACK OWNERS in the last few years? Are BLACK CONSUMERS still unaware of opportunities to BUY BLACK? Do we have a realistic view of what being a BLACK OWNER of a business or BUYING BLACK actually looks like? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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It is often said the BLACK WOMAN is the most disrespected person in America, but some suggest that level of disrespect has shifted to the MASCULINE BLACK MAN in particular. Our special guests, diversity consultant, LATRICE ROSS, and relationship strategist VAUN THE LOVE ALCHEMIST drop by to give their take. Are MASCULINE BLACK MEN still seen as a threat in America? If the MASCULINE BLACK MAN is the most disrespected, how does that play out in MALE/FEMALE relationship dynamics? Has there been a positive prominent MASCULINE male figure in the media since BILL COSBY? If not, why? Is this viewpoint only imagined by BLACK MEN simply due to the success of BLACK WOMEN in general? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask in the mainstream media? ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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Special guests’ businessmen and investors WILLIAM AGNEW and MICHAEL SUTTLAR join me to discuss the various viewpoints on the KYRIE IRVING SUSPENSION. What did KYRIE do wrong, if anything? Did KYRIE blackdown when he apologized? Does the NBA have the right to take his money over his comments? Are the requirements for his return sensible or ridiculous? Is KYRIE genuinely standing for something or being misled by the HEBREW ISRAELITES? Can AFRICAN AMERICANS learn anything from how the JEWISH COMMUNITY protects its culture? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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In the last two years, the U.S. has seen its highest spike in the MURDER RATE in 25 years, according to the CDC. Special guests, Certified Firearms Instructor TANGANYIKA DANIELS, and Emotional Intelligence Consultant, ALEASE WORD, drop by to discuss the rise in the MURDER RATE and what they think individuals and our society should do. During this surge in the MURDER RATE, it seems as if RAPPERS are being targeted, and unfortunately, this week TAKEOFF from the hip hop group the MIGOS was SHOT and KILLED. At times like this should rappers and the public consider getting TACTICAL FIREARMS TRAINING? Do more or fewer GUNS deter CRIME? Do our youth have less CONFLICT RESOLUTION skills and if so, WHY? Should we teach EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE in schools? MENTAL DIALOGUEi isasking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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Special guests SHELLEY WYNTER, host of Word On The Street (WSB Radio), and EMILLE BRYANT, author and former Air Force officer drop by to discuss what is happening to KANYE WEST after his ANTI-SEMITIC comments. Do the companies and people separating themselves from YE in the aftermath show he was correct about the JEWISH COMMUNITY? In YE's attempt to ingratiate himself with the power structure, did he misunderstand the power of SYSTEMIC RACISM or is this something else? Do we truly understand SYSTEMIC RACISM and is it still pertinent today? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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Special guests, psychotherapist DR GERALD HASSELL, author of The Impact of Father Absence on African American Boys, and Karate master teacher, DONALD ATCHISON, drops by to discuss how society views Black fathers. Currently, 43% of BLACK MEN live at home with their children 18 and under. Has the AFRICAN AMERICAN community normalized BLACK FATHERS raising children from outside the home? What has been the overall effect on the BLACK COMMUNITY since this trend started in the 1970s? Are there any positive BLACK FATHER roles depicted in the media? Does the marketing for recent movies such as THE WOMAN KING or the upcoming BLACK PANTHER II add to the erasure of strong BLACK FATHERS from society? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the question America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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After America witnessed the death of GEORGE FLOYD, CORPORATE AMERICA pledged $50B to address RACISM on a systemic level. More than two years after FLOYD'S murder, we invite special guests, DIVERSITY CONSULTANT LATRICE ROSS and corporate consultant YOLANDA HUGHES to discuss that $50B and did any fundamental changes take place on the climb up the CORPORATE LADDER for AFRICAN AMERICANS, or were their vows only lip service? If changes were made, are those changes quantifiable in a manner that improves their work environments and/or their bottom line? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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We invite MICAHEL SUTTLAR II, CIO of SC Capital and CHARLES L. OGLESBY, CEO of Todd Capital both successful INVESTORS and educators to share the mindset of a SMART INVESTOR during a down market. Can you really get rich during a down market? How much money do you need to make money in the market? Why do most DAY TRADERS lose money? What is Options Trading? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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Special guest HILARY ROBERTS and special guest co-host AUTUMN SONATA drop by to discuss why BLACK CULTURE places SINGLE MOTHERS on a pedestal. In the past becoming a SINGLE BLACK MOTHER carried a great deal of shame in the BLACK COMMUNITY, but in 2022 SINGLE BLACK MOTHERS are celebrated as pillars of the community. Does this societal norm encourage women to become SINGLE MOTHERS? Despite this there are still many BLACK MEN who refuse to date SINGLE BLACK MOTHERS, why? Is MARRIAGE considered harder than being a SINGLE MOTHER? What about men who target SINGLE MOTHERS and their children? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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Special guest venture capitalist, JOHN HALL drops by as we discuss special guest and author of Secure The Throne, ELI MARKUS's concepts on obtaining and maintaining GENERATIONAL WEALTH. MARKUSrecently posted: Never base your road map to success and wealth based on the behavior and spending habits of second or third-generation inheritance babies. It is the habits and mentality of the 1st generation that builds wealth, whereas 99.9% of the 2nd and 3rd generation of inheritance offspring spends it all and destroys the family wealth empire.HALL currently works with the WEALTHIEST 1% OF AMERICANS to help them find investments that will 10-40X their investments and is currently raising funds for his own venture capitalist company looking to support BLACK and WOMEN-owned companies. Don't miss this next-level conversation. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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According to Brookings Now in 2019, 30% of WHITE HOUSEHOLDS receive an AVERAGE INHERITANCE of nearly $200K whereas only 10% BLACK HOUSEHOLDS receive an average of $100K. Special guests, TL PRIESTER and CHINYERE NORMAN, Society of Black Agents (SOBA) founders, drop by to discuss strategies on how to ensure an inheritance for your family. MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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Special guest MS DIA, host of The Show ATL drops by as we break down SIX THE GODDIS commentary on the upcoming movie THE WOMAN KING questioning the real reason behind depicting BLACK WOMEN as strong warriors in current times. The movie is loosely based on the Agojie, aka the DAHOMEY AMAZONS, an all-female military regiment in West Africa in the 1800s. Do these types of visuals program the subconscious mind to intentionally align with the STRONG INDEPENDENT BLACK WOMAN trope that many BLACK WOMEN reject today? Or is this BLACK MEN once again unable to process the success of a BLACK WOMAN, in this case, VIOLA DAVIS, as the director and lead actor in a movie depicting BLACK WOMEN as powerful? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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Special guests, psychotherapist, DR. GERALD HASSELL, and founder of the Loud Whisper: Reignite Your Voice Women's Conference, ISABEL DRAUGHON drop by to discuss the INTERNAL DIALOGUE we have with ourselves and how EGO can rob us of our true voice. What is the purpose of the EGO? Why is internal conflict so difficult to overcome? How do we find our True INNER VOICE and make the life we want? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the question America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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Each week in the news it seems as if a young person a famous RAP ARTIST loses their life to senseless VIOLENCE or even SUICIDE. In the last two years, FBI CRIME STATISTICS show a significant increase in MURDER, SUICIDE, and other VIOLENT CRIMES specifically in the AFRICAN AMERICAN COMMUNITY. Special guest co-host, psychology professor DR. TIFFANY KING, and special guest, therapist, DR. ANTHONY GRADY drop by to discuss what may be triggering BLACK YOUTH. What role does SOCIAL MEDIA play? SUICIDE in the BLACK COMMUNITY is often regarded as a "white problem," but in the last two years why have, young BLACK BOYS & GIRLS become the face of increasing SUICIDE RATES? Also, does the MUSIC INDUSTRY's promotion of DRILL MUSIC play a role in this increase in violence, or is the music a scapegoat for deeper underlying issues in our community? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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Special guest co-host LATRICE ROSS (Diversity Consultant) and special guests DR. SUNDIATA (GROW Dialogue) & EPHRAIM ABDULLAH (Muslim Traditionalist) join us to discuss the history of PATRIARCHY and where it stands today. Does PATRIARCHY solely benefit men? Are modern relationships strained due to men refusing to let go of PATRIARCHY? If we rid the world of PATRIARCHY would that improve the world for WOMEN and CHILDREN? Has PATRIARCHY ever served a greater purpose in society? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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Special guest co-host, ASHLEY THOMAS, former Pure Romance retailer (sex toys) and special guest, DR. ANTHONY GRADY, trauma therapist joins us as we open up and revisit early SEXUAL EXPERIENCES. Tune in as BLACK SOCRATES breaks down his very embarrassing 1st-time having SEX at 11 years old and how it affected him in his early teens and adulthood. We ask our co-host and callers to share their stories about their 1st time. Was it memorable or in retrospect would they change anything? Did that 1st experience affect future sexual experiences and or relationships? Should we still wait until marriage? Also, let's open up about how the 1st time for many was often predatory in nature with multiple people or someone much older. MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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Is it true that plenty of WIVES look at SEX as a chore, especially after children? Special Guests MARILYN ODUENYI, Cognitive Behavioral Therapist, and SHON HYNEMAN, host of It's Scarry To Remarry drop by to discuss SEXUAL desires after years of MARRIAGE. Should men expect less SEX after children are born? Are there ways a man can assist his wife to increase the SEXUAL ACTIVITY in the MARRIAGE? Is this a societal myth whereas women too are faced with husbands with low SEX DRIVES and withhold SEX as well? Should SEX ever be used as a weapon by either partner? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the question America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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They often say that most are made MILLIONAIRES at times of ECONOMIC RECESSIONS. While the WHITE HOUSE refuses to admit our country is in a RECESSION, we bring special guest, MICHAEL SUTTLAR II, Chief Investment Officer, SC Capital Management, and founder of Blaxe Academy an online school for DAY TRADERS and INVESTORS to discuss the strategies and protections he puts in place to take full advantage of ECONOMIC RECESSIONS. We also invite, FINANCIAL ADVISORS and BUSINESS OWNERS to call in to ask questions and share their strategies as well. What strategies do they recommend based on age and income level of their clients and/or themselves? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask.ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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The SUPREME COURT recently overturned ROE VS. WADE, and now individual states can determine ABORTION RIGHTS as they see fit. Special guests, THE GEORGIA GANG's own JANELLE KING and diversity consultant, LATRICE ROSS, debate whether ABORTION RIGHTS are being stripped from women and the role BLACK MEN should play in this debate. Are men attempting to police women's bodies by BANNING ABORTIONS? If ABORTIONis about WOMEN'S RIGHT'S, why do so many women disagree? What are the anticipated long-term effects of this decision on the AFRICAN AMERICAN community? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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Special guest co-host LATRICE ROSS (Diversity Consultant) and special guest DR. SUNDIATA founder of Grow Dialogue, join me to discuss the changes in the LGTQB-IA+ COMMUNITY and their effect on society. Artist MACY GRAY recently made comments about TRANSGENDER WOMEN not actually being women and she was attacked for her beliefs. Are GRAY'S comments dangerous to those in the LGTQB-IA+ COMMUNITY? What about SEX CHANGES for children? Can we have meaningful discussions around the LGTQB COMMUNITY or have the echo chambers deepened to the point of no return? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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Special guest EMILLE BRYANT, playwright, and special guest co-host, OSHUN OJOH, drop by our show to discuss the BLACK STRUGGLE and what it means in 2022? Do BLACK PEOPLE psychologically use STRUGGLE as an imaginary barometer to measure one another? Is it healthy to build a culture on the commonality of STRUGGLE? Are those who relate to the STRUGGLE more than likely to help one another? Are some AFRICAN AMERICANS considered SELL OUTS, because they don't care about the BLACK COMMUNITY? Should we move past this level of thinking,, or does it serve a greater purpose? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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In various discussions about INTERSECTIONALITY in society, some BLACK MEN feel their voice is unwanted. On a personal level, inside of relationships discussions when some honorable BLACK MEN offer their genuine input they are often shut down to the point where they now avoid conversations in which their input could be useful. Are BLACK MEN’S thoughts & opinions welcomed in society today? Do some men hide behind being voiceless as an excuse to be MISOGYNISTIC? Is there a way to balance conversations between BLACK MEN and WOMEN so that both feel thoroughly heard? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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Special guests co-host, TWYMEIKA "JENDAYI" JONES-HILL, and founder of BLACK GROWN AND MARRIED, along with KOTTAVEI (DIVORCED and CONTENT),drop by to discuss why people are choosing or not choosing to MARRY. Do people MARRY for different reasons than in the past? Is MARRIAGE still seen as a benefit for men and women? Is marrying for LOVE sustainable? Are there long-term consequences of an unfavorable view of MARRIAGE, specifically in the BLACK COMMUNITY? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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Diversity consultant and special guest co-host LATRICE ROSS drops by to have a candid conversation about women who make more money than their mates in their RELATIONSHIPS or MARRIAGES. When women are the breadwinners in the relationship, do most expect to so-call wear the pants? Are most BLACK MEN's egos too fragile to handle when their woman makes more? As BLACK WOMEN earn more, do they find fewer opportunities to find mates? How do couples with this dynamic successfully thrive? Has the career pursuit of INDEPENDENT BLACK WOMEN caused a rift in the BLACK FAMILY dynamic? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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MENTAL DIALOGUE is the RETURN OF INTELLIGENT RADIO as we push the envelope on the QUESTIONS AMERICA'S AFRAID TO ASK. This Saturday (Oct 10) 10am-12noon EST, BLACK SOCRATES and co-host CHRISTY GAYNELL explore GUN CONTROL in America. After the mass shooting in Oregon is BARACK OBAMA'S call for stricter GUN CONTROL laws warranted or just a tactic for the GOVERNMENT to disarm its citizens? Should we ban automatic weapons, or does such a ban go against the spirit of the 2nd Ammendment only to leave good citizens unprotected from not only criminals, but the GOVERNMENT itself? At the top of the 2nd hour for the MONEY & POWER 15 (11:00-11:15am EST), we bring on commodities trading advisor, MICHAEL SUTTLAR, to discuss the benefits of parents taking out LIFE INSURANCE, especially on BLACK CHILDREN in places like CHICAGO, DETROIT, PHILADEPHIA, and any urban metro area with a high rate of GUN VIOLENCE. "ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK"
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As a long-time champion of supporting BLACK BUSINESS, BLACK SOCRATES invites BUSINESS CREDIT specialist, LISA DUDLEY and Black Dot Cultural Center owner, KAZEMDE AJAMU, along with special guest co-host OSHUN OJOH to discuss BLACK SOCRATES'S disappointment with how some of our BLACK OWNED BUSINESSES (BOBs)conduct business. We ask our guests is there a solution to this recurring theme and how can it be addressed? Is it possible BLACK BUSINESS OWNERS are wearing too many hats in their business? Would STANDARD OPERATING PROCEDURES (SOPs) help? Should we distinguish actual BUSINESS OWNERS from SELF-EMPLOYED FREELANCERS? Do we unfairly stigmatize our BOBS? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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Special guest, LAMONT “MONTEE” EVANS, author of “Recovering The Gifted Child Within” & special guests co-host DR. TIFFANY KING (research psychologist) drops by to discuss how we often lose our childhood gifts as adults and how we can find ourselves again. Do we live out our childhood trauma as adults if we never face it? Do we mistakenly project onto others our bad behavior, due to our inner childhood wounds? How do our inner childhood wounds rob us of our happiness and fulfillment? Mental Dialogue asking the questions America’s afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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Special guest MARK ANTHONY from the Black Men And Cigars podcast drops by to discuss BLACK MEN and ACCOUNTABILITY. Whenever BLACK WOMEN feel unprotected, GOOD BROTHERS often feel disrespected since they honor and protect women. Would BLACK MEN holding one another more accountable rid our culture of these undisciplined, and dangerous men? What role does MISOGYNY play in the accountability of men? Are there other factors that limit one man from checking another? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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Special guest, FRANK RIVERS, host of Views From The Man Cave, drops by to discuss the habit of TRAUMA BONDING over issues of GENDER, POLITICS, RACE, or CULTURE amongst the BLACK COMMUNITY. Whether it is the YOUNG THUG INDICTMENT, KELVIN SAMUEL'S PASSING, the BUFFALO SHOOTING, or JOE BIDEN'S PRESIDENCY the BLACK COMMUNITY'S response seems to be to discuss incessantly without action. Do we control our own narrative? Should there be a COLLECTIVE RESPONSE, or should we focus individually on progress? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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NOTE: THIS SHOW WILL CONCLUDE WITH A SOLUTION TO POLICE BRUTALITY!!! After the KORRYN GAINES standoff it was discovered that her boyfriend escaped with his son, before the police shot and killed her. Some argued her boyfriend was cowardly, while others stated her actions were to disturbing to support. As a result on social media some women questioned did BLACK MEN support BLACK WOMEN, the same as Black women support Black men; and a few BLACK FEMINIST stated they were done with Black men altogether. Does this gender war lead to dysfunctional relationships and marriages? If so, how does this dynamic effect the BLACK community in general? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. "ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK"
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Beyond the legality or morality of ABORTION, how do we prepare the next generations for the new landscape? Will this pending decision only produce more UNWANTED CHILDREN in the BLACK COMMUNITY? Should parents talk more to their children about SEX, or do we need to push for SEX EDUCATION in public schools? Will parenting children inside of a HEALTHY MARRIAGE be prioritized again? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America’s afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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TESLA has been valued at over a TRILLION dollars at various points as a company, yet as of recent pays $0 to the U.S. GOVERNMENT in TAXES. Special guests, JUSTIN HEMPSTEAD and international businessman WILLIAM AGNEW, drop by, along with special guest co-host, ASHLEY THOMAS, CEO of Making Money Matter, to discuss what can we learn from these companies and how BILLIONAIRES like ELON MUSK and JEFF BEZOS only pay a TRUE TAX RATE of 1% versus 14% for the average American. In comparison to the average American, are these tax rates unfair, or can they be justified?MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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Studies show that AFRICAN AMERICAN CHILDREN academically perform much better when they receive a CULTURALLY RELEVANT EDUCATION. Special guests, CHARLTON HARRIS, owner of Imhotep Academy, and AMINATA UMOJA, founder of Kilombo Academic & Cultural Institute, along with special guest co-host, JENNIFER DUNN (co-founder BUNIFU LLC) all drop by to discuss what parents can and should do to ensure their BLACK children get what they need from their education. How can they ensure their child avoids the SCHOOL TO PRISON PIPELINE? Should more Black parents seek out AFRICAN-CENTERED private schools or home-school their children? If they can't afford private education or homeschool their child what is the best way to supplement their child's education? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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We ask our special guests, relationship counselors, and polygamous couple, HASAN and NAAILA CLAY is the new age POLYGAMY a form of PIMPING or can they respect it as a potential solution for some of the problems we see in MARRIAGES as well as the overall BLACK COMMUNITY?. However, versus the traditional form of POLYGAMY where the man provides for both women in two separate homes, the modern era has introduced three adults (one man with two women) each with their own income coming together in one home. The modern form of POLYGAMY is often offered as a solution for a man's so-called nature not to remain MONOGAMOUS, and a solution for SINGLE MOTHERS raising children without the father’s involvement. We also ask about the advantages and the disadvantages of POLYGAMOUS relationships whether traditional or modern? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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Special Guests, Youtubers, FRANK RIVERS, View From The Man Cave and MARK TODD, Black Men & Cigars Podcast drop by to discuss the concept of WHAT WOMEN BRING TO THE TABLE in a relationship. In the past the question was typically directed toward men, since men were expected to be the breadwinners and full time STAY-AT-HOME WIVES were commonplace. Today full time STAY-AT-HOME WIVES only make up 9% of married couples in the U.S. So, are women today expected to bring finances to a relationship? For some men, finances are not a concern, so in that case what do they expect women to bring to table? Does a HIGH-INCOME WOMAN have different expectations for what she should she bring to the table, or does she figuratively reverse the role and ask the man what does he bring to the table? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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Special guest co-host Diversity Consultant, LATRICE ROSS and special guest, Attorney, ASHLEY JOHNSON-ALFORD drop by to discuss THE SLAP SEEN ACROSS THE WORLD!!! Some suggest WILL SMITH slapping CHRIS ROCK was an excellent display of a husband protecting his wife. While others suggest WILL’s response was an overreaction to a joke. Does the personal nature of the joke, knowing JADA PINKETT-SMITH suffers from ALOPECIA change things? Should JADA have kept WILL from approaching Chris? Was this a good or bad example of a BLACK MAN protecting a BLACK WOMAN? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America’s afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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Black Socrates Speaks on Will Smith Chris Rock confrontation at Oscars and provides context in regards to the PROTECTION OF BLACK WOMEN and whether the incident reflects on the BLACK COMMUNITY as a whole.
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Civil Discourse between BLACK SOCRATES and three politically informed friends on the U.S. involvement in the RUSSIA/UKRAINE conflict. We discuss the history, what the media avoids, ZELENSKY, and would this conflict have taken place if TRUMP were still President.
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There has never been a better time than now for AFRICAN-AMERICANS to break into TECHNOLOGY as America and the rest of the world sits at a standstill fighting the CORONAVIRUS pandemic. Special guests, the owners of Tek Time LLC, DAGEM ADANE & SHANAYLA SWEAT, as well as ELI MARKUS, known as the digital sniper and owner of both the Wifey & Come Thru Apps drop by to discuss not only their digital backgrounds, but their efforts to train others how to either work inside the field of TECHNOLOGY or how to MAKE MONEY DIGITALLY. What if you've never been in TECHNOLOGY, can they train you? Can you make money ONLINE without a great deal of TECHNICAL or COMPUTER SKILLS? Do you want to train for a SIX-FIGURE JOB in IT or own DIGITAL PRODUCTS that bring you passive income up to SIX FIGURES, or both? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. Whether you have an IT background or not DON'T MISS THIS SHOW!!! ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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A 30 minute rant between BLACK SOCRATES & MD member, WILLIAM AGNEW, discussing his social media post "AMERICA is more CAPITALISTIC than it is DEMOCRATIC, RACIST, or HOMOPHOBIC... so when you don’t understand MONEY and you live in America it’s like playing in the NFL never having seen a FOOTBALL #economics"
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We ask the MONEY MOTIVATION SQUAD how did they approach distinguishing their companies prior to starting their business, and how have they developed their BUSINESS DIFFERENTIATOR since entering the market? The MONEY MOTIVATION PODCAST is an UNSCRIPTED VIEW INTO THE GAME OF BUSINESS & MONEY where we eavesdrop on conversations with some of the country's top financial minds, Episode 7 features guests, MARC RANGER, founder of Money Motivation and Executive VP at a Fortune 300 company, along with YOHANCE HARRISSON, CEO & Wealth Advisor at Money Script Wealth Management. Both gentlemen are highly respected in their industry, so tune in as host, MONTOYA SMITH aka BLACK SOCRATES delves into how they think about creating wealth for themselves, their families, and future generations, no matter the economic realities surrounding them. YOU'VE NEVER HEARD MONEY TALK LIKE THIS; IT'S TIME TO GET IN THE GAME "Don't chase the bag, attract the bag" #IAmTheHustle
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Former NBA player, MICHAEL BEASLEY, broke down in tears on The Pivot Podcast this week and many are concerned with what is KANYE WEST experiencing mentally as his divorce from KIM KARDASHIAN plays out publicly? Truth is you don’t have to be a star athlete or celebrity to experience a war inside your head. Psychotherapists, DR. LAURA TURNER-ESSEL (wholistic) and DR. GERALD HASSELL, also author of The Impact of Father Absence on African American Boys,drops by the show to share how we all can defeat the biggest opponent we will ever face in life: ourselves. How can we distinguish our EGO from our true selves? How do we obtain the DISCIPLINE and WILLPOWER necessary to achieve in life? When should we seek professional help versus continuing to battle IMPOSTER SYNDROME, DEPRESSION, or ANXIETY? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America’s afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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The Mental Dialogue talk show welcomes back the "Ossie & Ruby Dee of Marriage Counseling," "That Clay Couple," HASAN CLAY & HASAN-NAAILA CLAY, from Global Leadership Integrated Counseling, along with special guest co-host, LAWANDA JORDAN, founder of the upcoming event "Why Should I Get Married?" to discuss the benefits & purpose of MARRIAGE. According to studies MARRIAGE RATES hit an all-time low in 2018, but the question remains what exactly is leading to this cultural trend and what does it mean for the AFRICAN-AMERICAN community who typically marries less than the broader society. Should the AFRICAN AMERICAN community continue to role with this trend, or are there benefits to MARRIAGE and its purpose that individuals should take a closer look at? If more BLACKS got MARRIED and stayed MARRIED what would that mean for the next generation? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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A 30 minute rant between BLACK SOCRATES & RENEE CARTER to how some BLACK BOYS raised by SINGLE MOTHERS, grow up as men and expect too much from the women their lives. CARTER says she has found that some of these men grow up with a deep resent for their own mothers; and therefore they have a difficult time exploring a healthy relationship with BLACK WOMEN later in their lives.
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THE BEST OF MENTAL DIALOGUE 2020 as BLACK SOCRATES and co-host AMBER PAGE discuss cuts from the top shows of 2020. CALL-IN 646.787.1691 and #GIVEUSYOUR3CENTS as we listen to cuts from some of our most listened to shows to include 1. Is America Trying To Kill Us? 2. What Does EXCELLENCE IN BLACK BUSINESS Look Like? 3. Should BLACK PEOPLE reorient Themselves From WHITENESS? 3. How Do We End The GENDER WAR In The BLACK COMMUNITY? 4&5. SUBMISSION IN MARRIAGE: What Does It Really Mean? (women's view & men's view) 6. GHANA'S YEAR OF RETURN: Should We Move, Visit, Or Not Go? 7. Are STRONG BLACK WOMEN Allowed To Express Their FEMININITY? and more. MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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It is quite common for SMALL BUSINESS OWNERS to depend on their ACCOUNTANTS to keep them in good graces with the INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICES (IRS), but as revenue increases more oversight is often needed for the accounting practices of the business. Millennial mogul, KELA TAYLOR, is best known among ATLANTA BUSINESS movers and shakers for being the owner of Universal Salon Suites, a 10,000 Sq Ft facility in the midtown area of the city. For all her business success and HIGH EARNINGS in recent years, she recently received IRS TAX PENALTIES in part due to the negligence of her business accountant, and due to her own lack of oversight. TAYLOR has responded to this setback in her usual manner, which is to face it head on and to share the lessons learned along the way with others. When did she pinpoint the accountant's negligence? How does she vet her accountant(s) moving forward? Does she anticipate additional TAX AUDITS of her business now? What recommendations does she have for current & future entrepreneurs? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions Americas afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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In the AFRICAN AMERICAN community SUICIDE is stigmatized as something WHITE PEOPLE do, but in recent years SUICIDE rates have increased among BLACK MEN, and especially BLACK YOUTH. Our special guest and mental health therapist, DR. J PARKER GRIFFIN JR, along with special guest co-host criminal defense attorney and youth advocate ASHLEY JOHNSON-ALFORD drop by to discuss the various stressors BLACK MEN & BLACK YOUTH face and the need for therapy. We ask DR. GRIFFIN what are the key indicators for seeking therapy and what are realistic expectations for therapy. We ask Attorney JOHNSON-ALFORD what impact does she think therapy for BLACK MEN & BLACK YOUTH would have on the CRIMINAL JUSTICE SYSTEM? What about the cost of therapy? How rampant is unresolved MENTAL ILLNESS in the BLACK COMMUNITY? Are there enough AFRICAN AMERICAN providers in the mental health field to truly meet the need? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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THE BEST OF MENTAL DIALOGUE 2020 as BLACK SOCRATES and co-host AMBER PAGE discuss cuts from the top shows of 2020. CALL-IN 646.787.1691 and #GIVEUSYOUR3CENTS as we listen to cuts from some of our most listened to shows to include 1. How Do We End The GENDER WAR In The BLACK COMMUNITY? 2. SUBMISSION IN MARRIAGE: What Does It Really Mean? (MEN'S VIEWPOINT) 3. GHANA'S YEAR OF RETURN: Should We Move, Visit, Or Not Go? 4. Are STRONG BLACK WOMEN Allowed To Express Their FEMININITY? 5. WTF Is POLYAMORY? 6. Should We DEFUND THE POLICE Or Not? and more. MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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Mental Dialogue Mastermind open dialogue discussing the relevance of STABLE COINS in regards to Cryptocurrency. Once you understand STABLE COINS it is clear that CRYPTOCURRENCY is here to stay, but the level of adoption will forever change the future of the BANKING INDUSTRY as we know it. Crypto.com just paid $700M for the naming rights for the stadium rights for the NBA's Los Angeles Lakers. After this show you will have a better understanding why they did and definitely a better understanding about the future of finance. To become a Mental Dialogue Mastermind member join mentaldialogu.com at the PLATINUM or BLACK LEVELS to receive invites to these private Zoom events.
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Some Black children thrive via PUBLIC SCHOOL EDUCATION, while many deem the PUBLIC-SCHOOL EDUCATIONAL system a hostile place for AFRICAN AMERICAN CHILDREN. Special guests, BABA AMIN OJUOK, founder of the Uhuru Academy with his 25+ years of experience in educating BLACK CHILDREN and BROTHER PIANKI, school choice advocate openly discuss the advantages and disadvantages of the PUBLIC SCHOOL SYSTEM. Is SCHOOL CHOICE the answer, or should BLACK PARENTS recognize the PUBLIC SCHOOL system was not designed to prepare their BLACK CHIDREN for the future? Is there any Truth to the SCHOOL to PRISON PIPELINE or is it just political propaganda?. MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. Let's DIALOGUE & CONNECT!!!
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What is CRITICAL RACE THEORY (CRT) & why is it the new outrage in POLITICS & EDUCATION? Special guest, SHELLEY WYNTER, nightly co-host of 95.5 WSB's Word On The Street and special guest co-host, Executive Diversity Consultant, LATRICE ROSS, drop by to discuss CRT in education and why suddenly it has become this divisive POLITICAL ISSUE. Various state legislatures have recently pushed bills to keep the teaching of CRT out of primary education, while others suggest this is a false political narrative to hide the fact that WHITE SUPREMACIST want to WHITEWASH AMERICAN HISTORY to avoid discussing AMERICA'S culpability in its own historical atrocities. Will the teaching of CRT paint all WHITE PEOPLE as OPRESSORS and all NATIVE AMERICANS & AFRICAN AMERICANS as perpetual VICTIMS? Are these legislative bills an attempt to WHITEWASH American History? What will result from teaching America's actual history with RACISM, will it UNIFY or DIVIDE our country? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's Afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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BLACK SOCRATES once posted on social media "Many people are ok with polygamy, but they just don't know it yet!" On this show we discuss MARRIAGES that remain intact due to the unknown EXTRAMARITAL AFFAIRS of one spouse. Are we honest about why so manyMARRIAGESsurvive INFIDELITY? Is INFIDELITY always disrespectful? Why are some men and women content with being a SIDE PIECE? How often does it lead to a person leaving their HUSBAND or WIFE, and if so, do they believe that person won’t cheating on them? What do children learn if they witness their mother or father is having an EXTRAMARITAL AFFAIR or learn if their parent is in the role of the SIDE PIECE? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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RELATIONSHIPS today seem to be far different than in the past, so we've invited HAPPILY MARRIED RELATIONSHIP COACHES, VAUN THE LOVE ALCHEMIST (married 31yrs) and SINSEAR SINCERE (married 6yrs) to discuss what a WHOLE & HEALTHY RELATIONSHIP looks and feels like today. Does this generations have enough examples of healthy functional relationships to draw experience from? What are some of the issues couples typically must overcome to become whole? Do roles matter any longer? What if MARRIAGE isn't necessarily the goal, what does that type of relationship look like? Do they have any advice for blended families? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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When you think of the CONSCIOUS COMMUNITY what do you think of? In recent years, has the various division within the CONSCIOUS COMMUNITY harmed the community? Has the conscious community ever served a significant role in the BLACK COMMUNITY, and if so how relevant is it in 2022? Special guests, CHIEF X, and CHEFREEN of the Pseudo Killas, joins us as MENTAL DIALOGUE ask the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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DIVERSITY CONSULTANT, and special guest co-host, LATRICE ROSS, drops by to discuss AFRICAN AMERICANS view of ourselves based on factual data behind accepted or rejected GENERALIZATIONS and STEREOTYPES. Do AFRICAN AMERICANS stigmatize and frequently talk down on one another without warrant? Or does the BLACK COMMUNITY avoid ACCOUNTABILIITY on certain issues more than others? Do some AFRICAN AMERICANS unknowingly harbor RACIAL SHAME, and if so how can they avoid that? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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BLACK PEOPLE are known for making up their own rules when it comes to MONOPOLY, unfortunately, whenever the rules are altered, it extends the game time; but worst some of the sound FINANCIAL LITERACY and REAL ESTATE principles that could be learned through play are lost. Special guest co-host ASHLEY THOMAS, CEO of Making Money Matter, drops buy to discuss the enormous benefits children receive from playing MONOPOLY regularly with their parents. We what are some of the best FINANCIAL principles children get exposed to via MONOPOLY? How might learning those principle in childhood improve their adulthood experience when it comes to FINANCES & REAL ESTATE? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
Please be sure to CALL-IN and #GIVEUSYOUR3CENTSduring the OPEN DIALOGUE (2nd hour 11:00-12pm EST) where TRUTH SEEKERS can call-in to discuss any topic you want (CORONAVIRUS, ECONOMICS, JOE ROGAN, WHOOPI GOLDBERG ETC). The 2nd hour belongs to you.
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NICK CANNON age 41, has fathered eight children, with five different women, and recently was told by a therapist he should consider CELIBACY after welcoming four of those children with three of the women in under a year. While CANNON was married to MARIAH CAREY for the birth of his first two children, he has openly stated MARRIAGE is no longer in the picture for him. Do BLACK MEN who live out this extended adolescent ever happily settle down or do they look at settling down as stoppage to a lifestyle they prefer? Also does variety in their SEXUAL EXPERIENCE create unfair expectations for their FUTURE WIFE or long-term partner? Does this behavior add to the lack of MARRIAGES within the BLACK COMMUNITY, or should the BLACK COMMUNITY explore other forms of family structures? Should this type of behavior only be reserved for HIGH VALUE MEN that can afford to take care of multiple households? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's Afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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A 45-minute rant between BLACK SOCRATES & TWYMEIKA "JENDAYI" HILL-JONES, discussing WHOOPI GOLDBERG'S REPRIMAND & SUSPENSION for ANTI-SEMITIC COMMENTS
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Special guests, investment advisor, MARICO TIPPETT (Series 63 & 65), and longtime CRYPTOCURRENCY investor, WILLIAM AGNEW, come on the show to discuss LOS ANGELES RAM'S football player, ODELL BECKHAM JR, reportedly receiving his current NFL salary in BITCOIN, and how they view the latest news that BECKHAM'S $750K salary is now only worth $35K USD after a large drop in the CRYPTOCURRENCY MARKET. Should BECKHAM'S situation serve as a cautionary tale to other potential CRYPTOCURRENCY investors, or should the lower market price be seen as an opportunity? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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It seems as if every time you turn around there is a new RELATIONSHIP COACH popping up on the scene trying to make a name for themselves. Special guest co-host, TWYMEIKA "JENDAYI" HILL JONES and founder of BLACK GROWN & MARRIED drops by to ask relationship coaches VAUN SAYS and CHASING YONCI, why does it seem like there are so many new RELATIONSHIP COACHES moving into the space? What made them decide to get into the space? Do they notice coaches who regularly give out bad advice? What distinguishes their approach from others and who have they helped thus far? Is being single a strike against a relationship coach? What makes BLACK DATING/RELATIONSHIPS different from all others in their opinion? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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Historically homes have been MALE-CENTERED, but today in the AFRICAN AMERICAN community many homes are CHILD-CENTERIC, or female led by default. Special guest, co-host, ASHLEY JOHNSON-ALFORD recently asked the question is better to have a CHILD-CENTERED home or MALE-CENTERED home with respects to raising children? We invite special guests, Conscious Motherhood Coach, MARILYN ODUENYI, as well as, WILLIAM HOUSE, a couples' counselor in his church with a MALE-CENTERED home to dialogue about this dynamic. People often praise the traditional MALE-CENTERED home, but does that type of home recognize the autonomy of children in a manner that is beneficial to the child well into adulthood? Are both sons and daughters affirmed enough inside of a MALE-CENTERED home? What issues typically arise from CHILD-CENTERED or FEMALE-CENTERED homes? Is it simply parental preference or does a particular focus inside the home typically prove to have better long term outcomes for children? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the question America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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Have you ever wanted to become a DAY TRADER, or if not a trader, a smart INVESTOR in the STOCK MARKET or the FOREX MARKET, but not quite sure what to do? This show features SC Capital Management’s Chief Investment Officer, MICHAEL SUTTLAR II, as he explains the difference between being a TRADER and being an INVESTOR. Our special guest, co-host is personal finance coach & founder of Making Money Matter, ASHLEY THOMAS as we dialogue with MICHAEL to demystify and explain the two very different mindsets required to be a TRADER or an INVESTOR. We also ask him some of the risk & pitfalls to avoid as TRADERS & INVESTORS enter the INVESTMENT MARKETS at a critical time. Our guest will also introduce his new BLAXE ACADEMY where he welcomes those new to or even long time TRADERS or INVESTORS a chance to learn fundamentals of TRADING & INVESTING. MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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THE BEST OF MENTAL DIALOGUE 2021 as BLACK SOCRATES and co-hostASHLEY THOMAS discuss cuts from the top shows of 2021. CALL-IN 646.787.1691 and #GIVEUSYOUR3CENTSas we listen to cuts from some of our most listened to shows to include 1.The GAMESTOP REVOLUTION: Who Won The Have Or Have Nots? 2. LOVE & HIP HOP: Why I Wasted A Decade Chasing Love? 3. Is BLACK CULTURE Upside Down: From GEORGE FLOYD To BILL COSBY?4. What Exactly Does A BLACK ECONOMIC MOVEMENT Look Like? 5 .COVID -19 Variants More Dangerous Or More Fear Mongering?6. Why I Will Teach My Daughter To Never Have A Boyfriend? 7. BLACK MEN: Do I Need THERAPY? and more. MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask.ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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In this first realease CEO of Money Motivation, Marc Ranger, drop gems on starting from scratch to build wealth, keys to growth in business, brand building, and creating change. Also featured are business leaders Rashad Howard and Yohance Harrison, a drop from the late Great Kobe Bryant, and music from Atlanta based hip-hip artist Joe Bleez.
Show host, Black Socrates, created this new platform of audio information and entertainment in a mixtape album format in order to change how relelevant business information is consumed. The MoB Mix (Money or Business Mixtape) series will take you behind the scenes with an unscripted view into the game of business and money. Each MoB Mix project will feature conversations with business leaders, entrepreneurs, and money professionals who've created their own lane and introduce you to emerging music artist you need on your playlist.
All cuts except OUTRO come from the Money Motivation Series of shows I hosted in early 2020, so be on the lookout for more upcoming info style mixtapes from Black Socrates, Money Motivation and Mental Dialogue as well. #justmy3cents
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BLACK SOCRATES invites his cadre of co-hosts known as the QUEENS OF INTELLECT on the show to highlight why he values their contributions as BLACK WOMEN? By honoring their talents, he hopes to showcase why the BLACK WOMAN'S voice is so importance in the liberation and advancement of the BLACK COMMUNITY. Do they feel the Black woman's voice is respected within the BLACK COMMUNITY? We also ask them what areas do they feel are most misunderstood about the BLACK WOMAN'S plight in America? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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Emotional Intelligence Coach, ALEASA WORD, co-host the show as we discuss TOXIC MOTHER & DAUGHTER relationships and what women can do to overcome the EMOTIONAL SCARS that often linger well into adulthood? In the 2nd hour, psychotherapist, DR. KATRINA PITTMAN, also drops in to disucss the idea of when professional therapy is the best remedy to help ensure daughters who grew up with a TOXIC MOTHERS are not failing in their INTIMATE RELATIONSHIPS and more importantly repeating that cycle with their own children. MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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Special Guests, Making Money Matters CEO and personal finance coach, ASHLEY THOMAS,breaks down the mental fears we have about money, (1st hour) & Community Wealth Builders CEO, MARICO TIPPETT, breaks down the fears around generating wealth and leaving a legacy (2nd hour). We ask ASHLEY, what has she witnessed with clients regarding them having MENTAL BLOCKS that unknowingly played a role in how they dealt with money. We also ask her about her upcoming MAKING MONEY MATTER MONDAYS Where Money & Mental Health MeetFREE ZOOM event in which she hopes to assist more people with their MENTAL BLOCKS surrounding money. In the 2nd hour, MARICO continues the conversations about the general fear the AFRICAN AMERICAN community seems to garner for proper ESTATE PLANNING and how it can help their families. MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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We ask our special guest, DR. SUNDIATA & special guest co-host, ASHLEY THOMAS their thoughts on how well their parents prepared them for their adult/teenage SEXUAL EXPERIENCES? Do they think their parents provided healthy guidance, or were they afraid to explore the subject? Did their parents teach them any lessons about SEX & in its role in RELATIONSHIPS? Do they think it is smart for parents to provide expectations on SEX inside and outside of a MARRIAGE? What about discussion on SEXUAL PLEASURE and how that is viewed from a gender viewpoint? In addition, our special guest, DR. SUNDIATA, is POLYAMROUS, so we ask him does that factor into his lessons about SEX he imparts on his children? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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Special guests, BABA AMIN OJUOK of the Uhuru Academy and SOSA of the Pseudo Killas,drops by to discuss BLACK HISTORY prior to the TRANS-ATLANTIC ENSLAVEMENT TRADE and its relevance to AFRICAN AMERICANS today. How much does Truth & accuracy matter in learning this history? Would learning about this period in history make a difference in how we as AFRICAN AMERICANS viewed ourselves? Would knowing this history improve or hurt our current relationship with AFRICAN IMMIGRANTS? And lastly we ask our guests can BLACK PEOPLE expect to succeed in America without learning more about this period? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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Don't miss this MD BUSINESS MASTERMIND as we discuss ENTREPRENEURS scaling their business through STATEGIC PARTNERSHIPS in order to create the TIME FREEDOM they truly crave. In the first hour, TERRY SIMMONS & KIMBERLY FOWLER discuss how their collaboration allowed for her to set up systems and almost double her revenue of an already successful TAX SERVICE. In the 2nd hour DUANE DRAUGHON & JOSHUA GILLOW explain how they established their unique partnership that led them to show other ENTREPRENEURS how to create a COLLABORATIVE BUSINESS COMMUNITY within their industry. We ask all our guests how did they earn each other’s trust? What are fair expectations in a BUSINESS PARTNERSHIP? Also did any of them fail at any previous BUSINESS COLLABORATIONS and what did they learn from it? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America’s afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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Many people risk RAW SEX knowing they are not ready to have a child, and in some cases that UNPROTECTED SEX leads to a PREGNANCY. In the past the man & woman would often decide to MARRY, but today more will opt to CO-PARENT or decide on ABORTION. In the event fo the latter, the man may want the child, but if the woman decides to get an ABORTION the man gets no choice in the matter. When the situation is reversed and she wants the child, but he wants her to abort the child the man can still be legally be forced to pay CHILD SUPPORTafter the baby is born. Should a woman demand the man to take care of the child, despite his desire not to be in the child's life? What if she stops taking her pill and had the baby in hopes of maintaining a relationship with the man? Should women change their expectations and avoid sex with these types of men? Or should boys and men accept the consequences and responsibilities of their decision to have careless sex? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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Often in dating, BLACK MEN are warned to avoid BLACK WOMEN with deep seeded DADDY ISSUES, especially if those issues stem from the abandonment of their father during their childhood. Our special guest, DR. TIFFANY KING, spent years contending with the sporadic involvement of her father in her life, and eventually had to regularly attend THERAPY to deal with those issues. She was an honor roll student, a high school star athlete, and received full scholarships to attend college and eventually went on to get her DOCTORATE IN PSYCHOLOGY. With all her academic and professional success, she continuously dealt with the idea that her father in his sporadic absence didn't seem to fully acknowledge her. The lack of father validation made her relationship with men difficult, but after years of therapy, she eventually met her now husband of 18 years, DR. HIRESHEMO CLARK (also in psychology) and they are now successfully raising two boys together in their home. We ask DR. CLARK about dating TIFFANY in the early years and having to overcome her TRUST ISSUES. We ask DR. KING what did her husband do in the beginning to aid her in trusting him, and how much did THERAPY help her to get to that point? Even after marriage did any of her DADDY ISSUES show up, and if so, how did they deal with them? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the question America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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Are some BLACK PEOPLE so WOKE and so miserable that they look to CANCEL other BLACK PEOPLE no matter what they do? Do some keep it so hood that anything other than "KEEPING IT REAL" gets rejected. Is NEGATIVITY & MEDIOCRITY par the course for some AFRICAN AMERICANS? Does this influence and way of thinking need to be purged from the BLACK COMMUNITY? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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Special Guest, SHON HYNEMAN, host of It's Scary To Remarry drops by to discuss DATING after a DIVORCE for MEN & WOMEN. Ending a MARRIAGE is usually never an easy decision. and for MEN & WOMEN who still desire companionship, the available DATINGmarking is sometimes one of the main considerations before divorcing. For some MEN a divorce can sometimes cripple their finances or if children are involved the relationship with their ex-wife can severely hamper future dating opportunities. For some women a divorce after several children or after a certain age plays a major role in what their future dating opportunities may look like. We ask, HYNEMAN, if children are not involved are things then equal for the man and woman after the divorce, or in his opinion are there still distinct differences based on GENDER? How does society typically view DIVORCED MENversus DIVORCE WOMEN? Also, in the DATING market is better to be a DIVORCED parent or a BABY DADDY/MAMA? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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Our special guest, ALICIA COULTER, Masters in Public Health (MPH) & Masters in Social Work (MSW) & special guest co-host, Diversity Consultant, LATRICE ROSS drops by to discuss the contentious relationship BLACK WOMEN too often face with their DOCTOR'S and HEALTH CARE PROVIDERS. We ask her about the various health disparities specific to BLACK WOMEN, such as the fact that MATERNAL MORTALITY is two to six times higher for BLACK WOMEN based on where they live in the U.S. In 2021 why are BLACK WOMEN still provided less anesthesia during their surgeries? Why are BLACK WOMEN often turned away, then later diagnosed with a medical complication that could've been discovered with proper screening? What about the COVID 19 VACCINES & BLACK WOMEN'S MENUSTRAL CYCLES? How can the AFRICAN AMERICAN community as whole effectively advocate for EQUITABLE HEALTH CARE? Can pushing more AFRICAN AMERICAN youth to be DOCTORS & SCIENTISTS help level the playing field? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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Where do BLACK MEN learn MANHOOD from? Despite the OUT-OF-WEDLOCK birth rate in the BLACK COMMUNITY, studies show that BLACK FATHERS are more involved in their children lives compared to other races. The question becomes can an involved father truly teach MANHOOD from outside the home? What about men who grew up with their fathers in the home, what things did they learn that maybe other young men don't? In the case of uninvolved fathers do BLACK MOTHERS tend to raise more emotional boys. We ask BLACK MEN across the nation what lessons have some learned from their fathers & grandfathers that assisted their ascent into manhood? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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A 30-minute rant between BLACK SOCRATES & DASIA ROBINSON, host of Desk of Dasia (podcast) discussing the concept of DEADBEAT DADDIES and who's responsible for unwanted children.
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Have you ever gone on SOCIAL MEDIA only to be surprised at how a family member or friend thinks about an issue, and their perspective makes you question your relationship with them? Our special guest, psychotherapist, DR. KATRINA PITTMAN visits the show to discuss why we seemingly are more easily TRIGGERED in society with disagreements to include those with long time family & friends. Does having more access to each other's thoughts via SOCIAL MEDIA, put our close FAMILY & FRIENDS RELATIONSHIPS at risk, or is there a better way to handle them? Is constantly cuffing off people a good or bad way to keep our own peace? What about families and co-workers who vehemently disagree about VACCINE MANDATES? We also ask DR. PITTMAN in her professional opinion should intimate couples follow one another on social media. MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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Often in the AFRICAN AMERICAN community people push ENTREPRENEURSHIP as a means to elevate the BLACK COMMUNITY but are there steps that can and should be prioritized prior to BUSINESS, especially since only 11 percent of Americans are full time ENTREPRENEURS. Plus, how do we truly create GENERATIONAL WEALTH without intact families to ensure the legacy we build lives on? What areas should AFRICAN AMERICANS prioritize in order to #RAISETHECULTURE? BLACK SOCRATES offers his three priorities for the BLACK COMMUNITY and highlights his new live interactive video podcast #JUSTMY3CENTS every Wednesday at 8pm EST. MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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Often we hear of RIGHTS OF PASSAGE programs for BLACK BOYS, but what about today's YOUNG BLACK WOMEN? How are they mentored into WOMANHOOD? Our special guest co-host DASIA ROBINSON,host of Desk of Dasia and special guest, NAAILA CLAY, founder of BLACK WOMEN IN TRAINING (BWT) join us for this very important discussion. What are the values of WOMANHOOD? Are those values very different for each woman or should there be a basic standard in order to raise the culture. If young girls are not properly introduced to WOMANHOOD, will they be confused about their own WOMANHOOD? What are the dangers, individually and for the culture if too many women never truly understand what it means to come of age and truly represent their WOMANHOOD? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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For years in AMERICAN MEDIA the continent of AFRICA has been shown as a place of underdevelopment, disease, and famine to the point where many AFRICAN AMERICANS only view it negatively. MALCOLM X once said, YOU CAN'T HATE THE ROOTS OF A TREE, AND NOT HATE THE ROOTS. If this is true, does it behoove us specifically as BLACK PEOPLE to learn more about our origins, or are we too far removed (400 years) to concern ourselves with this endeavor? Are BLACK CHILDREN placed at a disadvantage by only learning AMERICAN HISTORY, or do some AFRICAN AMERICANS seek out & romanticize AFRICAN HERITAGE just to feel good about themselves, to cover up their own lack of production in their own lives? Also, will learning about AFRICA in a positive light change the relationship dynamics between AMERICAN DESCEDANTS OF SLAVES (ADOS) & AFRICANS or is too late to bridge that gap? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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Special guest, COGNTIVE BEHAVIORAL THERAPIST, MARILYN ODUENYI and special guest co-host, DR. TIFFANY R. KING (psychology) drop by to give their thoughts on REARING CHILDREN and on how various historical traumas have had a long-lasting impact on how BLACK PARENTS raise children. CHILDREN ARE TO BE SEEN NOT HEARD is the old saying many AFRICAN AMERICANS grew up on, or whenever their parents failed to provide physically, mentally, or emotionally they were told their parents did the best they could. How many children now turned adults were forced to accept behavior from their parents that potentially stunted their own growth throughout ADULTHOOD or worse negatively impacted the way they raised their own children? What is the correct balance between DISCIPLINE and allowing a child to have a voice within the parent child relationship? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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CALLING ALL HUSBANDS how did they choose their wives? What qualities were paramount in choosing their WIFE versus former GIRLFRIENDS or FRIENDS W/ BENEFITS? SINGLE BROTHERS do they put some women in the SEX ONLY category, and if so WHY? Special guest, MARK TODD, co-host of Black Men & Cigars Podcast visits MENTAL DIALOGUE to discuss what men look for in a wife versus a woman they just want to sleep with. Our special guest co-host is QUEENS OF INTELLECT member, DASIA ROBINSON and host of Desk of Dasia also joins us to bring her unique perspective to this men's discussion. MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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A year ago, during the height of the COVID PANDEMIC, a large number of youths, known as the WATER BOYZ begin selling water at cross sections throughout the CITY of ATLANTA. Eventually due to their aggressive sales tactics, Atlanta MAYOR KEISHA LANCE BOTTOMS labeled them a nuisance and wanted them removed even if it required LAW ENFORCEMENT. Our special guest, KACEY VENNING decided to use her non-profit HELPING EMPOWER YOUTH, along with co-founder MARC KD BOYD to interact with the WATER BOYZ to intervene on their behalf to avoid simply removing the youth by Atlanta's POLICE FORCE. Not only were they successful in intervening on their behalf, but the progress of some of the boys prompted VENNINGS to try to make even more of difference by running for ATLANTA PUBLIC SCHOOL (APS) board. How did they convince the boys to start legitimate businesses and create their own water brand? Did she learn anything from working with the WATER BOYZ that she hopes to use if she becomes an elected official? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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START AT 5 MINUTE MARK If you want to hear the SCIENCE without the POLITICS on the COVID-19 PANDEMIC, listen to this show!!!Did the U.S. & CHINAcollaborate to create the virus? Do we truly know the origins of the virus? Are MASS VACCINATIONS playing a role in creating variants? What is the biggest difference between the DELTA & LAMBDAvariants? Can we reach HERD IMMUNITY if more people get vaccinated? Is it safer not to get the mRNA VACCINE or is it better to wait for FDA APPROVAL? Tune in to get the UNADULTERATED TRUTH as MENTAL DIALOGUEask the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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Rap artist DA BABY recently made some outrageous comments about BLACK WOMEN & MEN during a live performance, but it was his comments questioning the SEXUALITY of the men in his audience that caused him to lose endorsements: and eventually have to apologize to the LGBTQIA community for those comments. LIL BOOSIE said if he were DA BABY he wouldn't have apologize and lashed out at rap artist LIL NAS X for saying he wanted to dance naked for charity while defending DA BABY. Rap artist TI also came to DA BABY's defense suggesting he has a right to speak his mind, and asked is this backlash against DA BABY a case of the LGBTQIA community BULLYING the HETEROSEXUAL community? Is the LGTBQIA community a more protected class in America than AFRICAN AMERICANS? Should DA BABY have apologized or not? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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SPECIAL EDITION call in show to find out what our guests, DEMECOS CHAMBERS, & TORRENCE MACK think about HIGH VALUE MEN, THE PROTECTION OF BLACK WOMEN, CHILVARY, THE GENDER WAR, WOMEN CRITIQUING MEN,etc. What is their best advice to young BLACK BOYS and young BLACK GIRLS today? This OPEN CALL show is for the callers so please call-in and #GIVEUSYOUR3CENTS on anything you like and see what our special guest have to say about it. TheMENTAL DIALOGUE talk show asking the questions America's afraid to ask.ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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SPECIAL EDITION call in show to find out what two of our QUEENS OF INTELLECT members,LATRICE ROSS & DASIA ROBINSON think about HIGH VALUE MEN, SEXUAL FREEDOM, CHILVARY, MARRIAGE TO OLDER OR YOUNGER MEN, MEN CRITIQUING WOMEN, DMX,etc. What is their best advice to young BLACK GIRLS and young BLACK BOYS Today? This OPEN CALL show is for the callers so please call-in and #GIVEUSYOUR3CENTS on anything you like and see what our QUEENS OF INTELLECT have to say about it. TheMENTAL DIALOGUE talk show asking the questions America's afraid to ask.ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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A 30 minute commercial free rant between Black Socrates and returning guest William Agnew breaking down his interpretation of Steve Jobs quote on the power of the storyteller and narratives that can be used to manipulate society along racial and class divides. We also speak on why rewarding brokeness in a system that only rewards results is a losing formula. To hear more Thoughtful Rants please search for "Mental Dialogue" on Spotify, Apple Podcast, I-tunes, Stitcher, Podbean, etc or catch us live every Saturday 10am-12pm EST @ blogtalkradio.com/mentaldialogue2
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Special guest, MARC RANGER, a finance executive at a Fortune 200 company and CEO of Money Motivation, along with special guest, co-host personal finance coach, ASHLEY THOMAS, drops by to discuss RANGER's idea of what a true economic movement within the AFRICAN AMERICAN community might look like. RANGER is a fan of DR. CLAUD ANDERSON, so does he think Anderson's book, POWERNOMICS, written in the year 2000 and its BLACK people must ecnomomically do for ourselves approach is still viable in 2021? What does he think of the founders of the ADOS (American Descenents of Slaves) movement, YVETTE CARNELL & ANTONIO MOORE'Sapproach pushing for REPARATIONS through the American POLITICAL SYTEMS? Does he think a BLACK ECONOMIC MOVEMENT should include REPARATION or is FINANCIAL LITERACY is enough? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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Our special guest is cultural critic, SEAN SHEWMAKE aka TOMMY BOTTOMS as we discuss this significant shift in BLACK CULTURE. A year ago, during the PANDEMIC the GEORGE FLOYD murder took place in front of our eyes and the MILLENNIALS took to the streets like the 1960s to battle the COPS and made the whole world take notice. Did their actions lead to significant changes in POLICE REFORM, or was the DEREK CHAUVIN verdict the end? Recently BILL COSBY was released from prison due to the COURTS failure to provide him due process in his RAPE case. COSBY's released sparked controversy within the BLACK COMMUNITY because some felt his release was vindication for not only him, but against America's RACIST judicial systems that has falsely imprison plenty of BLACK MEN in the past. While others felt significant disdain after COSBY'S release because they see him as a rapist being let go because of a technicality; and BLACK CANCEL CULTURE openly went after any of his supporters to include actress PHYLICIA RASHAD. How has BLACK CULTURE change to the point of supporting celebrities such as rapper DMX, no matter their history versus canceling other BLACKS for publicly saying something against the culture, no matter their history of supporting the culture? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's Afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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Special guest, QUEEN SHEBA, Atlanta School Board Candidate & Grammy Nominated poet joins us to discuss whether LIL NAS X'skiss of another man on the BET AWARDS was a harmless gesture or part of a larger RACIST agenda aimed at EMASCULATING BLACK MEN or a GAY AGENDA aimed at normalizing HOMOSEXUALITY to children? Would this kiss be celebrated had LIL NAS X kissed a woman? Does the BLACK COMMUNITY need to get over itsHOMOPHOBIAor is the LGBTQcommunity pushing unwarranted culture shifts down BLACK AMERICA'S throat?MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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A 30-minute rant between BLACK SOCRATES discussing BILL COSBY'S unexpected release from PRISON for RAPE charges and the divide it causes between some of the WOMEN & MEN in the never ending GENDER WAR within the BLACK COMMUNITY.
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MENTAL HEALTH in the BLACK COMMUNTY: We have three amazing therapists DR. MARYHAM JERNIGAN-NOESI, JAREE COTTMAN, a License Certified Social Worker-Clinical (LCSW-C), & Fear Coach DEMECOS CHAMBERS joining the show to discuss how the fear of VULNERABILITY often, not only delays the willingness to get THERAPY, but once in THERAPY how DISHONESTY can also cause individuals or couples to SELF-SABOTAGE their own recovery. How important is to find the right THERAPIST and how do they know the THERAPY is working? For many DIVORCED COUPLES they often tried COUNSELING prior to the divorce, but one spouse will claim the other was still dishonest or in denial about the advice from the therapist. How does the honest spouse best recover after the divorce? How do you know when you should switch THERAPIST and what are the best question to ask when seeking a THERAPIST? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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In the past HISTORICALLY BLACK COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIES (HBCUs) regularly put players in the NFL to include Hall of Famers, JERRY RICE & WALTER PAYTON. Our special guest HOWARD UNIVERSITY’s Head Football Coach, LARRY SCOTT, who made headlines this year by turning down NICK SABAN’s offer to be an assistant at ALABAMA, drops by to discuss if he thinks the recent hiring of former NFL players DEION SANDERS at JACKSON ST UNIVERSITY, and EDDIE GEORGE at TENNESSEE STATE UNIVERSITY can help them and other HBCUs to regain some of their former glory. SANDERS also made national headlines recently when he expressed his disappointment that no HBCU football players were selected in this year’s NFL draft. Are our HBCUs unfairly overlooked by potential COLLEGIATE ATHLETES, and will this influx of NFL PLAYERS as coaches improve recruitment & possibly boost enrollment at HBCUs? What competitive advantages does he think HOWARD and other HBCUs offer STUDENT ATHLETES; and ultimately what does he hope to accomplish by remaining at HOWARD? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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We often applaud how MARRIED couples in the past would stay together, especially compared to today with the DIVORCE RATE hovering around 50% over the last decade. So, what does it take to defy the odds and stay together in 2021 as special guests, DUANE & ISABEL DRAUGHON, Co-Founders of VizX Design Studios visit the show to discuss the ups and downs of their 19 years of MARRIAGE and if it is still worth it? What were their expectations in the beginning of the MARRIAGE? They now sustain a highly successful business together, but that was not always the case, financially facing hard times, even after scaling a million-dollar business to eventually struggling to pay the mortgage years later. Did those financial hardships put their marriage at risk, and what recommendations do they have for other married couples thinking about starting a business together? DUANE also openly admits their MARRIAGE never had a hierarchy, so what do they think of those who suggest the lack of a hierarchy is the main problem with today's MARRIAGES? Individually what did each of them rely on to get through their tough times, especially those times they discussed DIVORCE? Do they wish their children to marry? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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There are only on average 12K professional athletes in the entire country, but in the next 10 years Georgia alone has a demand for 70K high paying tech jobs. Special guests IDA BYRD-HILL, CEO of Automation Workz & KAY WOLFE, cybersecurity expert drops by to discuss how the demand for INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY (IT) jobs has opened up an opportunity for the AFRICAN AMERICAN community to reskill and meet that demand. After the recent shutdownof a major U.S. OIL PIPELINE by a foreign CYBER ATTACK the demand for more American born CYBERSECURITY professionals will likely increase. Currently the U.S. population in general is failing to meet the job demands of the INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY (IT) age, because the companies often depend on immigrant IT professionals or even outsource the work altogether to other countries. These immigrant IT PROFESSIONAL often share they were focused on the technology field from a young age in hopes of earning high income to lift the rest of their family out of poverty. This is very similar to how some AFRICAN AMERICAN children are introduced to athletics at an early age and dream of becoming the next KOBE BYRANT or SERENA WILLIAMS. Should we follow the lead of these immigrant IT professionals and push more AFRICAN AMERICAN children into INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY & CYBERSECURITY? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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I once posted on social media "a lot of us are good with POLYGAMY, but we just don't know it yet." In a world where CHEATING breaks up RELATIONSHIPS/MARRIAGES we bring on Women's Empowerment Coach, LESLEY TAVERNIER aka the "Love Witch" to discuss MONOGAMY & INFIDELITY from her unique perspective. Since TARVERNIER believes men are NON-MONOGAMOUS by nature and currently is in a 10-year OPEN RELATIONSHIP with a NON-MONOGAMOUS man herself she coaches others on understanding this paradigm. We ask her should women just accept this as a fact. Does she think BLACK MEN & WOMEN can create healthier relationships with this understanding? What about those who prefer monogamy, is it realistic? What about women who want to explore different partners, can men accept this? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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Some people think when it comes to happiness inside of RELATIONSHIPS & MARRIAGES it doesn't matter which spouse is the breadwinner, because LOVE & COMPATIBILITY are more important than the FINANCES. However traditionally men have been the primary BREADWINNERS in marriage, but that trend is changing and according to the Center for American Progress 67.3% or MARRIED WOMEN work outside the home in the U.S. As women gain more earning potential, there are more cases of women out earning their significant other. Men with an above AVERAGE INCOME will commonly marry a woman in a lower income bracket, even in cases where she is considered poor. When the role is reversed what are the chances that a poor man or one with an average income in comparison to the woman can make her happy? Will she respect him as man, or will his own insecurity sabotage the relationship? Do some women get potential and poor mindset confused? Should a poor or average earning Black man, even be looking for a relationship? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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Special Guests, WILLIAM AGNEW & CORY BEAL SR. drop by to paint a new picture for what success should and can look like in the AFRICAN AMERICAN community. We ask both titans in business how are they able to succeed at business and in life in general despite the hurdles ofRACISM & POLICE BRUTALITY in America. In general, do they think most people truly understand what success looks like, and if not what aspect of success should they understand. Could BLACK PEOPLEelevate themselves with a different outlook on SUCCESS, and what could that mean for the collective BLACK COMMUNITY. MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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This week's CONVERSATIONS W/ SMART PEOPLE features, husband, father, and successful internet entrepreneur, KWESI BLACK who moved his family from the U.S. to FRANCE in part to escape the recurring themes of RACISM & POVERTY, as well as POLICE BRUTALITY cases like the recent shooting of DAUNTE WRIGHT. KWESI grew up as a wayward youth living out the STREET LIFE many HIP HOP ARTISTS only rap about in their songs and was even shot on a couple occasions. Now he is a savvy internet marketer & businessman showing others how to create MULTIPLE PASSIVE INCOME STREAMS while living anywhere in the world. Due to his Love for BLACK PEOPLE, he constantly talks about the need for BLACK MEN, specifically, to rid ourselves of our MENTAL SLAVERY, just as he did, to become the HUSBANDS & FATHERS necessary to protect our BLACK WIVES & CHILDREN and compete for our legacies (1st hour). The 2nd hour is OPEN CALL (2nd hour 11:00-12pm EST) where TRUTH SEEKERS can call-in to discuss any topic on their mind (POLICE BRUTALITY, JOHNSON & JOHNSON VACCINE, VIOLENCE IN MINNESOTA, ETC.) For the 2nd hour please be sure to CALL-IN and #GIVEUSYOUR3CENTS, because OPEN CALL belongs to you. MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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Special guests ROBERT PATILLO, host of Atlanta's the People Passion and Politics talk show, along with SHELLEY WYNTERS, co-host of Word On The Street talk show drop by to debate the purpose of the new GEORGIA VOTING LAW. The law has caused quite an uproar nationwide as the DEMOCRATS and LIBERALS liken the changes to the laws used to suppress the BLACK VOTE during JIM CROW, and MAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALL responded by moving its ALL STAR GAME from GEORGIA to COLORADO. Georgia's GOVERNOR KEMP responded by stating these laws increase the opportunities to vote and suggested the MLB incorrectly moved the ALL STAR GAME to COLORADO, a state with the same voting laws as the new GEORGIA LAW. Why change the law now? What is the actual goal of the law? Of all issues why isn't VOTING a BIPARTISAN issue in the 1st place? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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In many cultures around the world, the concept of having a BOYFRIEND/GIRLFRIEND is not part of the DATING or COURTING process, however, in AMERICAN CULTURE it is common to commit to a person and to repeat this process in hopes of marrying one of your BOYFRIENDS/GIRLFRIENDS eventually. Special guest, YIEH SASEKPO, drops by to breaks down the difference between COURTING/DATING in his AFRICAN CULTURE and AMERICAN CULTURE. We ask him about those who suggest we are all SINGLE until MARRIED and if the BOYFRIEND/GIRLFRIEND concept is a trick played on WOMEN by MEN. Why do they suggest this? What is this "trick" played by men? Is this some outdated concept for DATING/COURTSHIP that no longer applies? Should our SONS not be allowed to have GIRLFRIENDS as well? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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In the same week that Disney character PEPE LE PEW and several DR, SUESS books were CENSORED, the GRAMMY AWARD'S grand performance came from rap stars, CARDI B & MEGAN THA STALLION, performing WAP, a hit record about their vagina. Special guest, Word On The Street co-host, SHELLEY WYNTER drops by the studio to make heads or tails of CANCEL CULTURE up against the anything goes culture, also prevalent today. The narrative behind WAP is this is a form of BLACK WOMEN'S EMPOWERMENT, while others consider it the exact opposite. PEPE LE PEW a popular DYSNEY character invented in 1945 and popularized through the 80s & 90s as a "ladies’ man" for his relentless pursuit of his love interest has been determined inappropriate today; and publicly denounced, despite rarely making appearances in any recent DYSNEY films. Is this an effective use of CANCEL CULTURE to teach young boys to respect women? If it is considered effective, how do we juxtapose the CENSORSHIP of this character with primetime celebration of BLACK ? MENTAL DIALOUGE asking the questions America’s afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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It is often stated that it takes two to make a baby, however in reality the BLAME & RESPONSIBILITYfor an UNWANTED PREGNANCY is typically not distributed equally between the man and the woman. Some men say women bear the brunt of the responsibility since they not only choose the men theyPROCREATEwith, but in many cases, it is their sole choice whether to have the child despite the shortcomings they know the man may have. Many women feel this attitude fuels the environment for some men to take no accountability for their part in the pregnancy. What if the woman had the child in hopes of keeping the man in the relationship? If the man wants to ABORT THE CHILD, but the women goes through with the pregnancy, should she expect support from the FATHER? If the man feels he bore a child with an unfit MOTHER, what steps should he take? Can #healthymarriageb4children alleviate this issue? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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MENTAL DIALOGUE host, BLACK SOCRATES, is the same age as HIP HOP, 47 years-old; and therefore, is very much a part of this HIP HOP generation that learned to ROMANTICIZE LOVE in unhealthy ways, as well as learned to fantasize the PURSUIT OF THEIR DREAMS. As a young boy he was NICE GUY that learned how to be a PLAYER through HIP HOP MUSIC, but when it came time to settle down, he made the mistake of chasing the fairy tale of LOVE without a solid foundation to stand on career wise. While every generation attempts to balance pursuing passion and practicality, many in this HIP HOP GENERATION seemingly lost sight of foundational principles to ensure their RELATIONSHIPS and/or CAREERS would prosper and last. From a collective standpoint did BLACK WOMEN seemingly surpassed BLACK MEN in general and what role did this HIP HOP culture play in this dynamic? What would SOCRATES recommend in hindsight? Are there lessons future generations can learn from these mistakes? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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This show with special guest co-hosts, Personal Finance Coach, ASHLEY THOMAS, & Community Wealth Builders CEO, MARICO TIPPETT is full of opportunity for anyone wanting to get paid in their sleep to earn MONEY through INVESTING or get paid by sharing their knowledge with an online digital learning platform. Our 1st hour guest is Certified Global Financial Educator, EVAN JEFFERSON, and founder of the BLACK BILLIONAIRES CLUB as he discusses his upcoming Intro to CRYPTOCURRENCY class for those looking to invest in digital currency and find out why he thinks it is one of the fastest ways to GENERATIONAL WEALTH for AFRICAN AMERICANS. Our 2nd hour guest, JASON WARNER, is the co-founder of the Own The Vision Academy (OTV) online digital learning platform where listeners can go to learn directly from FIELD MATTER EXPERTS; and if you are a FIELD MATTER EXPERT on any subject learn how to share your knowledge with their platform and get paid for it. How much does it cost, is it user friendly, how do I get paid? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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This week's CONVERSATIONS W/ SMART PEOPLE features proud HBCU graduate of HOWARD UNIVERSITY and AKA, LA DETRA WHITE, a phenomenal businesswoman, author and philanthropist as we discuss her many talents including heading up her latest project where she attempts to honestly delve into the VACCINE HESITANCY within the AFRICAN AMERICAN COMMUNITY specifically as it relates to the COVID-19 VACCINE ROLLOUT. Find out why she decided to take on this project and what she hopes to accomplish by getting the TRUTH out about this VACCINE. The 2nd hour is OPEN CALL (2nd hour 11:00-12pm EST) where TRUTH SEEKERS can call-in to discuss any topic on their mind (RUSSEL WILSON, TRUMP'S IMPEACHMENT, JUDAS & THE MESSIAH, ETC.) For the 2nd hour please be sure to CALL-IN and #GIVEUSYOUR3CENTS, because OPEN CALL belongs to you. MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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Special guests, KALONJII CHANGA, activist, organizer, & host of the Renegade Culture podcast and LT COL (RET) MARICO TIPPETT, former AF pilot, financial advisor, & founder of Community Wealth Builders drop by to discuss the benefits & disadvantages of American individualism on the BLACK COMMUNITY. Activist KALONJII CHANGA will probably agree that our AFRICAN ANCESTORS were brought here and not only was our names and history stolen from us as their descendants; but RUGGED AMERICAN INDIVIDUALISM stole the communal nature from us as well and we have yet to adapt. LT COL (RET) MARICO TIPPETT will probably argue that we as AFRICAN AMERICANS are quite capable of adapting and if more of us did, we could COLLECTIVELY succeed in AMERICA despite the OPPRESSION of the past. They both aim to help the BLACK COMMUNITY, but the questions are should we adapt, or can we adapt? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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"POWER TO THE PLAYERS" How ironic is GAMESTOP'S company tagline now? Special guest co-host, Personal Finance Coach, ASHLEY THOMAS, and special guests, 40 year music exec & longtime investor/day trader, JACK PONTI, along with MICHEAL SUTTLAR II, Chief Investment Officer, SC Capital Management drop by to discuss GAMESTOP & SUTTLAR'S article GAMESTOPPED: FREE MARKETS, FREE COMMISSIONS, AND OTHER LIES YOU LOVE. According to the media DAVID took down GOLIATH when retail investors drove up the STOCK PRICE of the company GAMESTOP (GME) surprisingly making those investors who got in on it a great deal of money (some becoming overnight millionaires) and mysteriously various investing apps to include ROBINHOOD decided to stop allowing trades on GME STOCKS in order to put a stop to it. The question of the day is who won, the have or the have nots? Will SEC regulations change due to this? Will ROBINHOOD and other similar trading apps change anything? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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A lot of AFRICAN AMERICAN BOYS become enamored with the street life, some out of necessity; but most out of fascination as America has always propped up the villain in POP CULTURE. So much so that when GANGSTA RAP became a part of the HIP HOP genre it helped to push the genre to the number one genre in the country, but as cultural critic, TOMMY BOTTOM's stated in his play EDUCATED GANGSTER the white kids mostly bought it, but the BLACK kids bought into it. Special guest co-host, DASIA ROBINSON and former felon/gang member turned businessman; RICKEY ROSS drops by to discuss how STREET CODES have woven their way into parts of BLACK CULTURE. For example, NO SNITCHING to the police was once reserved for people who chose the STREET LIFE, but now throughout BLACK CULTURE being a snitch whether you chose the STREET LIFE or not seemingly gets confused. Why are artist that come from the street life that consistently rap about harming other BLACK people, MONEY OVER BITCHES, or DONT TRUST ANYONE given so much respect? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions AMERICA'S afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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Last year the the U.S. Government as a part of the COVID STIMULUS RELIEF set up the PAYCHECK PROTECTION PROGRAM (PPP) helps businesses survive during the PANDEMIC. Unfortunately, 40% of BLACK-OWNED BUSINESSES (BOBs) still closed their doors in 2020, but out the STIMULUS money BOBS only received 2% of the PPP LOANS. With TAX SEASON upon us the government recently approved a 2nd round of PPP loans for businesses and we're bringing in TAX EXPERTS, RONALD BENNET & JUSTIN HEMPSTEAD to ensure BOBs can take advantage of the new PPP LOANS that are available and ensure their TAXES are filed properly whether they received a PPP LOAN last year or not. How do you apply & qualify for the new PPP LOAN? Which PPP LOANS are forgivable? Why did only 2% of BOBs qualify last year? How do businesses avoid SCAMS or ensure they don't accidently DEFRAUD the government? These questions and many more answered on the MENTAL DIALOGUE talk show. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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Featuring interview with a anonymous FATHER OF FIVE with FOUR BABY MAMAS as special guest co-host SABREEN SUDAN-JOLLEY drops by to discuss whether men would want their daughters to date a man like themselves. Do they model the behavior they want their daughters to emulate? When they teach their daughters the type of men to avoid, are some fathers describing men like themselves? What influence do they expect to have if they do not live inside the home? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK.
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A 45 minute rant between BLACK SOCRATES, WILLIAM AGNEW, & MICHAEL SUTTLAR II discuss ELON MUSK recently becoming the RICHEST MAN IN THE WORLD and what does that mean for the rest of us, but specifically what does that mean for the AFRICAN-AMERICAN community. The dialogue between these two business giants is MUST LISTEN RADIO!!!
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TRUMP SUPPORTERS stormed the WHITE HOUSE this week in protest of an allegedly rigged election, but some of his supporters were waiving CONFEDERATE FLAGS and put up a NOOSE at the capital. Should this concern AFRICAN AMERICANS or was activist TAMIKA MALLORY correct when she tweeted "this is not our fight? Special guests, LISA DUDLEY & CHIEF X drops by to explore AFRICAN AMERICANS who are adamant about leaving the U.S to seek more opportunities in AFRICA versus BLACKS who still think their best chance to succeed is still in AMERICA. Are there more opportunities in AFRICA for AFRICAN AMERICANS or should BLACKS figure out ways to succeed in the U.S? Do some BLACKS feel oppressed, but remain because they are afraid to leave the comfort of America; or do some want to leave because they falsely romanticize what living in AFRICA would be like? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America’s afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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This week's CONVERSATION W/ SMART PEOPLE features, AUTUMN SONATA, a DIVORCED MOTHER OF FIVE, dating with a purpose while showing others how to authentically live. We ask her about her own HEALING process and how she got to a point of INTENTIONAL LIVING where she, not only travels internationally; but also brilliantly navigates her career as a BLACK WOMAN IN TECH. We also ask her about the brewing GENDER WAR in the BLACK COMMUNITY, her upcoming book, and the SUPERPOWER her followers know her for. Also be sure to CALL-IN and #GIVEUSYOUR3CENTS during the OPEN CALL (2nd hour 11:00-12pm EST) where TRUTH SEEKERS can call-in to discuss any topic you want (KEVIN SAMUELS, COVID VACCINE, ETC). The 2nd hour belongs to you. MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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When BUSINESS OWNERS start their businesses one of the first questions they attempt to answer is what is the proper LEGAL STRUCTURE for their business. Our special guests are TERRY SIMMONS the CEO of T. Simmons and Company, an organizational design, and workforce development firm, that specializes in helping business owners scale their businesses to move from SELF-EMPLOYMENT to true OWNERSHIP; and JUSTIN HEMPSTEAD, a tax accountant and business owner who specializes in teaching ENTREPRENEURSHIP. If you are the lone owner is SOLE PROPRIETOR or LLC the better structure? When is it best to structure your business as a CORPORATION or as a S-CORP, and what is the biggest difference? If your business is structured improperly how hard is it to switch it and what does it cost to change it? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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This week KEVIN KELLEY owner of TRUE KITCHEN & KOCKTAILS was seen on video yelling obscenities towards customers who had been standing on tables in his restaurant TWERKING to MEGAN THEE STALLION's song Body. He approached the customers several time politely before launching into his now gone VIRAL tirade, in which he made it clear that he was attempting to provide a quality & classy location geared for AFRICAN-AMERICANS. Did the four women who initially ignored his request to stop standing on his tables, warrant his PROFANITY laced response as a BLACK BUSINESS OWNER? Was KELLEY forced into the tirade, and therefore was justified; or as a business owner is he still expected to respond with more restraint? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the question America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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BLACK SOCRATES offers his version of a BUYING BLACK MANIFESTO for the BLACK COMMUNITY and invites his audience to not only critic the points in the manifesto, but to ask is it even necessary. Why don't other races and ethnic groups openly campaign in this manner, but AFRICAN AMERICANS do so quite often? Are BLACK people too frivolous with their spending? Do AFRICAN AMERICANS support BLACK-OWNED BUSINESSES (BOBs) enough? Are BOBs up to standard to garner the support they need? Are our expectations for BUYING BLACK realistic or too high? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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This week's CONVERSATIONS W/ SMART PEOPLE features, husband & wife entrepreneurs, JENNIFER (CEO) & MAURICE DUNN (CFO), founders of BUNIFU, an e-learning and consulting platform focused on digital learning tools for African American youth & small businesses (1st hour). In this new world of digital learning some AFRICAN AMERICAN parents have expressed concerns over this new school format. BUNIFU offers culturally relevant eLearning and Black parents across the country are raving about the platform. In addition JENNIFER & MAURICE created BUNIFU to provide a competitive advantage for any small business owners looking for employee retainment in order to secure long term growth for their business. The 2nd hour is OPEN CALL (2nd hour 11:00-12pm EST) where TRUTH SEEKERS can call-in to discuss any topic on their mind (TRUMP'S CONCESSION, CDC LOCKDOWN, VIOLENCE IN DALLAS, ETC.) For the 2nd hour please be sure to CALL-IN and #GIVEUSYOUR3CENTS, because OPEN CALL belongs to you. MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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If PASTOR JOHN GRAY'S wife cheated on him, would he forgive his wife this many times or would social media accuse her of being for the streets now? Special guest, cognitive behavioral therapist, MARILYN ODUENYI, drops by to discuss men's egos when faced withINFIDELITY. Why do some men have a double standard when it comes to INFIDELITY? Do men and women cheat for different reasons? Are women actually better equipped to deal with INFIDELITY emotionally, or is it forced on them through SOCIAL CONDITIONINGto give men a pass? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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Special guests, ATUARRA MCCASLIN, All of Us Research Center at MOREHOUSE SCHOOL OF MEDICINE, and regular clinical trial participant, ALEASA WORD drops by to discuss the distrust AFRICAN AMERICANS have for medical research studies and how that distrust affects our health outcomes. For example, AFRICAN AMERICANS have been disproportionately affected by COVID-19 in the U.S., yet there are large portions of the AFRICAN AMERICAN community who openly say that will refuse a vaccine if and when it comes online. DR. ALETHA MAYBANK, 1st AFRICAN-AMERICAN head of the AMERICAN MEDICAL ASSOCIATION, says BLACK participation in clinical trials are necessary for the success of those trials. How can the medical field overcome this distrust, largely from the TUSKEGEE EXPERIMENT, to improve on AFRICAN-AMERICAN participation in clinical trials? Do we need an influx of BLACK SCIENTISTS and DOCTORS entering the medical field to ensure a diversity of studies & trials? What if more studies and clinical trials were led by HBCUs? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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SIX THE GODDIS, author, The Black Woman's Guide to Reclaiming Femininity, drops by to discuss in the era of the INDEPENDENT WOMAN or BOSS CHIC, how FEMININITY is often lost, along with true POWER. Some women openly express they “DON'T NEED A MAN,” but they would like a companion. Some BLACK MEN even complain about women like this, but fail to understand some women have had to be strong for so long they've forgotten how to express their FEMININE GRACE. For women in this position, can they still learn to use their FEMININITY? Why are BLACK MEN so attracted to it? How does a FEMININE woman stand up for herself? How can FEMININITY attract not only a good man, but play a powerful role in leaving a legacy? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America’s afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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REAL ESTATE expert, NATALIE VUORIAHO, realtor Keller Williams drops by to discuss and answer any questions TRUTH SEEKERS may have about the current HOUSING MARKET after the COVID-19 PANDEMIC brought INTEREST RATES to an all-time low. Is it a buyers or sellers market? FIRST TIME HOME BUYERS are there any new HOME BUYING programs used to incentivize buyers? After the CARES ACT ends FORECLOSURE RELIEF should MORTGAGE PAYERS who are unable to catch up by the end year consider a SHORT SALE of their home versus face FORECLOSURE? Is this market great for investors and where should they look to find out about distressed homes and SHORT SALES? With low interest rate offset by high cost construction is a good time to build or not? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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This week's CONVERSATION W/ SMART PEOPLE series features 14 year-old mobile hot dog stand owner MASON WRIGHT as prepares for his GRAND OPENING for his brick & mortar location Mason's Super Hot Dog, and therefore becoming the youngest restaurant owner in the state of Georgia. Tune-in as we find about him starting his business 3 years ago and eventually being recognize for having the #5 ranked VEGAN HOT DOG in the entire country. Any parent wanting to raise future entrepreneurs don't miss this show. For the 2nd hour please be sure to CALL-IN and #GIVEUSYOUR3CENTS during the OPEN CALL (2nd hour 11:00-12pm EST) where TRUTH SEEKERS can call-in to discuss any issues you choose (ICE CUBE TALKING W/ TRUMP, KILLER MIKE STARTING A BANK, ETC.). The 2nd hour belongs to you. MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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Unfortunately recent studies revealed during the initial months of the COVID-19 PANDEMIC lockdown DOMESTIC VIOLENCE increased worldwide. Special guests, LAWANDA JORDAN, founder of "Feet of Clay" a non-profit dedicated to the survivors of DOMESTIC VIOLENCE drops by, along with Marriage Counselors HASAN & NAAILA CLAY, from Global Leadership Integrated Counseling to discuss DOMESTIC VIOLENCE VICTIMS and their decision of whether to leave or stay in the marriage/relationship. The prevailing thought by many is just to leave, but SURVIVORS of DOMESTIC ABUSE often reveal it is never that simple. Are there ever circumstances in which it is actually better to stay? What type of danger will the victim face if they leave the marriage/relationship? What if there are children involved? Can couples get counseling in order to survive incidents of DOMESTIC ABUSE to remain together? What about the idea that women are now becoming perpetrators of DOMESTIC ABUSE towards men? How should these men respond their violent wives/partner? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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Special guest, Diversity Consultant, LATRICE ROSS, along with co-host EVE COX drop by to discuss the idea of whether or not America should still be working towards becoming a COLOR BLIND society. During his presidential debate with JOE BIDEN, PRESIDENT TRUMP suggested to the PROUD BOYS, a fringe WHITE SUPREMACIST group, to "STAND BACK & STAND BY." Some AFRICAN AMERICANS were deeply upset by the president's comment; while others suggest it is nothing wrong with having RACIAL PRIDE. If America were truly COLOR BLIND would there be a need for a #BLACKLIVESMATTER vs #ALLLIVESMATTERSdebate? How does the phrase "I DON'T SEE COLOR" make BLACK people feel? How does the term BLACK POWER make whites feel? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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A 30 minute rant between BLACK SOCRATES & SHELLEY WYNTER to discuss how can BLACK CONSERVATIVES like himself continue to support PRESIDENT TRUMP, even after the President appeared to openly support the PROUD BOYS, a fringe WHITE SUPREMACIST group during his Presidential debate with JOE BIDEN?
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After a NEWBORN the health of that child is paramount, however, what often goes unnoticed is the EMOTIONAL & MENTAL WELLBEING of the mother afterwards, and how many never fully recover even with their HUSBANDS, child's father, or mates by their side. In many cases concerned husbands, mates, family, or the woman herself is unaware of how to handle what is referred to as POSTNATAL DEPLETION. Special guest, MARILYN ODUENYI, Peaceful Parenting Coach, POSTPARTUM DOULA, & Nutritionist, along with special guest co-host ASHLEY JOHNSON-ALFORD, mother of two, including her recent NEWBORN, visit the show to provide BLACK MEN insight on what our BLACK WOMEN experience sometimes even years after giving birth and how we can play our role in her full recovery to health. Also learn what physicians & nurses often overlook specifically in the care of BLACK WOMEN that can lead to POSTPARTUM DEPRESSION? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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This week's CONVERSATION W/ SMART PEOPLE features, SABREEN SUDAN-JOLLEY, author, spoken word artist, inspirational speaker, and entrepreneur as we highlight this Queens inspirational journey to the world. Host, BLACK SOCRATES, once saw SABREEN featured at a SPOKEN WORD event at URBAN GRIND coffee shop in Atlanta and never forgot her performance or inspirational spirit. We are excited to share this queen's story in the 1st hour of our show, you don't want to miss it. For the 2nd hour please be sure to CALL-IN and #GIVEUSYOUR3CENTS during the OPEN CALL (2nd hour 11:00-12pm EST) where TRUTH SEEKERS can call-in to discuss any issues you choose (ANDREW GILLUM, CARDI B & OFFSET, BLACK MARRIAGE, ETC.). The 2nd hour belongs to you. MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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Recently within the AFRICAN AMERICAN community there has been an increase amongst BLACKS who refer to themselves and others as KINGS & QUEENS or some goes as far as referring to themselves as Gods. Co-host EVE COX and special guest, DASIA ROBINSON, join the show to discuss if host, BLACK SOCRATES, who does call all of his AFRICAN AMERICAN guests & callers KINGS & QUEENS should continue to do so, especially since some BLACKS do not like the reference, and some are even offended by it. Some suggest one should at least be married since historically most KINGS & QUEENS are and the title should be earned via a standard of behavior versus recognizing all BLACKS as such. Do some BLACK MEN in the CONSCIOUS COMMUNITY use QUEEN as a form of respect, but secretly hoping to lure the woman into SEX or a controlling relationship? Why are some BLACKS still more comfortable with being called a NIGGA or a BITCH over a KING or a QUEEN? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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Special guests, DR. SUNDIATA, an Authentic Dialogue Instructor, and ALEASA WORD, a Conflict Resolution Specialist drop by to discuss CONFLICT RESOLUTION, or the lack of thereof, in many AFRICAN AMERICAN families. Ideally most of us want ourFAMILY TIES to be strong and when conflict arises the hope is the FAMILY BOND will emerge even stronger. However, in some families the dysfunction is rampant to the point that RESOLUTION seems almost impossible. Is some of the CONFLICT simply a failure to communicate, or how does underlying JEALOUSY or SELFISHNESS block RESOLUTION? Do some family members take advantage of FAMILY TIES in order to ask for FORGIVENESS? Are there times when it is best to take a break or cut ties all together, even from family? When is it best to seek outside counseling or THERAPY? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT THINK
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A 30 minute rant between BLACK SOCRATES & BROTHER ANHK on the concept of how the Black community best RETALIATES against POLICE BRUTALITY & RACISM. Some believe protesting peacefully and integrating into American society is weak snd only has led to more problems. because according to some AFRICAN AMERICANS, WHITE SUPREMACY only RESPECTS loss of MONEY & VIOLENCE.
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ATTORNEY MAWULI DAVIS, of the Davis Bozeman Law Firm, and one of ATLANTA'S top CIVIL RIGHTS LAWYERS, along with special guest, MARIA LLOYD drop by to discuss MASS INCARCERATION and how respectability politics holds us back from properly addressing the devastating role the PRISON INDUSTRIAL COMPLEX has on BLACK FAMILIES. Lloyd's father, MARIO LLOYD, is currently fighting for executive clemency to have his LIFE SENTENCE commuted after serving 31 years in prison for a NON-VIOLENT DRUG offense. As we highlight the Lloyd family's fight for their father's release, it begs the question why wasn't he and more like him released when PRESIDENT OBAMA was paroling non-violent drug offenders? With over 500K BLACK FATHERS currently locked up in the prison system do either of our guests think the 1st STEP ACT signed by the TRUMP administration will help curb recidivism and keep those fathers who return from prison home? What priority should be placed on MASS INCARCERATION when we ask politicians to provide their BLACK AGENDA? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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A 30 minute rant between BLACK SOCRATES & MARIA LLOYD as she breaks down her family's #FREEMARIONOW campaign to bring home her father MARIO LLOYD after 31 years in prison for a non-violent drug offense. Listen and learn how the justice system unfairly sentences BLACK MEN in particular and how you can help with the #FREEMARIONOW campaign.
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Our 1st hour guest, SHEO of She Prints It, CHER'DON REYNOLDS, drops by to share the #MYSISTERSKEEPER grant she launched to assist other BLACK WOMEN BUSINESSES OWNERS. As a successful business woman with big aspirations herself, she wanted to not only prove that BLACK business owners support one another, but also allow the BLACK community to share their favorite BLACK WOMEN owned business to take part in her initiative and receive funds. Our 2nd hour guest, LATISHA SPRINGER, founder of the FREE99 FRIDGE initiative, drops by to discuss her activism in helping various communities in the ATLANTA area deal with food insecurity. Learn about the initiative she recently launched to partner with businesses in order to provide fresh food & produce to families most in need. What challengers have they faced with their initiatives, within AFRICAN AMERICAN COMMUNITY? Are they requesting or receiving support from our "ALLIES?" How can we support & empower these women? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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JOE BIDEN chose KAMALA HARRIS for his VP running mate, but who is KAMALA HARRIS? Many African Americans demanded that BIDEN choose a BLACK WOMAN as his VP running mate, but some have question HARRIS' racial lineage to suggest she manipulates here heritage simple for political gain. Our special guests politicos, ERMINA HILL, APRILL SHINES, LEO SMITH, & SHELLEY WYNTER all drop by to address the real concerns as well as the made up concerns about HARRIS. Is she truly a progressive candidate that will fight for the rights of AFRICAN AMERICANS, or is she more in lined with the establishment? Some disparage her for her time as a DISTRICT ATTORNEY, but what is the TRUTH about her time as a DA in OAKLAND? DID she really go out of her way to lock up Blacks, or did she develop progressive programs as DA that actually improve the community? As a congresswoman she also pushed for the study on REPARATIONS, but what is her actual stance? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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In the CITY OF ATLANTA for years teenagers have went to intersections to sell water during the summers to raise money or simply make money for themselves. However since the PANDEMIC an influx of youth, including pre-teens, have joined the corners to the extent Mayor KEISHA BOTTOMS addressed the issue and some were even arrested recently for selling unpermitted water. One of our guest, OKEEBA JUBALO, and founder of Young Black Entrepreneurs magazine, interviewed MAYOR BOTTOMS, about the issue of the WATER BOYZ. An official from HELPING EMPOWER YOUTH also drops by the show to discuss their efforts to organize some of the young boys by having them wear reflective gear, cleaning up after themselves, and using proper etiquette to sell their waters. What lead to the influx of youth selling water? How much do they make? Will the city simply start sweeping the corners and arrested our youth for selling a bottles of water? Can we get them a permit? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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Since the nationwide protest for GEORGE FLOYD there has been dialogue about SYSTEMIC RACISM in the U.S. and what can be done about it in a country founded on RACISM WHITE SUPREMACY? The JEWISH COMMUNITY due to the HOLOCAUST stamps out any group worldwide who pushes WHITE SUPREMACY or appears to be ANTI-SEMITIC in anyway. So the question becomes can we eradicate the U.S. and the world of RACISM WHITE SUPREMACY? MENTAL DIALOGUEasking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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Special guest, JAMES "JAY" BAILEY, CEO & President of The Russell Center for Innovation & Entrepreneurship (RCIE) drops by MD to provide his insight on the role of ECONOMICS in POLITICS, especially in regards to the AFRICAN AMERICAN community. Some suggest that we've had a CIVIL RIGHTS movement & a political movement, but have fail to back either with an ECONOMIC movement in the BLACK community. We ask BAILEY when voting what should BLACKS expect to get out of it economically? Since America's political system is basically set up to be ruled by the BUSINESS class, do we have enough BLACK-OWNED BUSINESS OWNERS scaled to the degree necessary to effectively influence politics in favor of the BLACK community; or should AFRICAN AMERICANS operate more like ASIAN AMERICANS who seemingly focus on ECONOMICS and very little on POLITICS? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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This week's CONVERSATIONS W/ SMART PEOPLE series features in the 1st hour (10am-11am) DONALD ATCHISON, founder of Economic Development Ministry which focuses on real estate investing and entrepreneurship. A month ago he and MD show host, BLACK SOCRATES, engaged in a CORONAVIRUS pandemic debate via FB, in which they disagreed on the measures the government took to shut down the economy. ATCHISON believes the government went too far in its push for SOCIAL DISTANCING and is ultimately setting us up to mandate a VACCINE which he plans not to take. However, this did not stop ATCHISON, a savvy investor, from taking advantage of the market by investing in the drug company leading in the CLINICAL TRIALS for the COVID-19 VACCINE. In the 2nd hour (11am-12pm), we are featuring KARRIEMAH MUHAMMAD, Executive Director, Community Council of Metropolitan Atlanta, as she tells us more about her VIRTUAL round table event YOUNG BLACK MEN SPEAK OUT focused on young BLACK MALES ages 18-28. She is hosting her ONLINE EVENT in an effort to listen to a segment of our country often talked about, forgotten about, or even chided in some cases, but rarely heard from. What does she hope comes out of her round table? How can BLACK MEN 18-28 from around the country participate? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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A 30 minute rant between BLACK SOCRATES & MICKEY DALTON, a longtime pharmaceutical sales professional gives us his views on COVID-19, and the CLINICAL TRIALS for a COVID-19 VACCINE, and the DISTRUST within a large portion of the AFRICAN-AMERICAN COMMUNITY in regards to a VACCINE.
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We bring in special guests, Entertainment Lawyer, MICHELLE SIMPSON & boys youth program coordinator, MUSTAFA MAHDI to discuss the MYSOGYNY prevalent in HIP HOP and MONAE'S call to CANCEL HIP HOP altogether. Do the powers that be push these negative messages down our throat solely to make money? Can artist be blame for making music that is a reflection of their lives? What about artist like NIKKI MINAJ & MEGAN THA STALLION do they as women also perpetuate these negative stereotypes? Why doesn't the VIOLENCE & MYSOGYNY in movies not come under the same scrutiny as HIP HOP. If HIP HOP had more balance, would that make a difference? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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After the killing of GEORGE FLOYD, the MILLENNIALS kicked off a serious of PROTEST around the country, and some turned into RIOTS, to include the burning down of buildings, destroying police cars, & the LOOTING of businesses. MARTIN LUTHER KING famously said "RIOTS ARE THE VOICE OF THE UNHEARD," and although he sympathized with the frustration, MLK was known for his NONVIOLENT strategy during the CIVIL RIGHTS MOVEMENT. Special guest, African-centered educator and owner of the Uhuru Academy, BABA AMIN IMAMU OJUOK drops by to discuss the effectiveness or ineffectiveness of MLK's NONVIOLENT strategy and whether or not KING should be looked at as a PACIFIST or REVOLUTIONARY in modern times. How did MLK feel about BLACK POWER? How should we access KING'S legacy 50+ years later? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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In 1962 Malcolm X, said " The most disrespected person in America is the BLACK WOMAN. The most unprotected person in America is the BLACK WOMAN. The most neglected person in America is the BLACK WOMAN." In 2020 we ask has anything changed or do BLACK WOMEN still feel they are the least protected, even by their own BLACK MEN? Social media shares examples of BLACK WOMEN often fighting or fending for themselves or worse being harmed by BLACK MEN, while other BLACK men stand around and watch. Do BLACK MEN in general fail to hold one another accountable in the protection of BLACK WOMEN? Although other BLACK WOMEN profess the BLACK MEN in their circle are very protective and disavow the idea that BLACK MEN in general are not protectors, why the difference? How do BLACK MEN who are protective feel about this? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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A 30 minute rant between BLACK SOCRATES & DARRYL BLACK, former gang member, turned owner operator of his own Trucking Company about POLICE STOPS in the BLACK COMMUNITY!!!
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After the death of GEORGE FLOYD, there's been a fever pitch call from many activists to DEFUND THE POLICE. What does DEFUNDING the police really mean? Guest co-host, CHER'DON REYNOLDS, Sheo of She Prints It, along with our special guests, OSHUN OJOH, community activist, & OKEEBA JUBALO, CEO of Young Black Entrepreneurs (YBE) Magazine & community activist, drop by to discuss the PRO & CONS of DEFUNDING police departments. Do people actually want to get rid of the police? Will DEFUNDING the police make America safer for its citizens, in particular AFRICAN-AMERICANS; or will it cause more anarchy, and therefore making America unsafe? Was PRESIDENT TRUMP'Sexecutive order on POLICE REFORM a step in the right direction? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions Americas afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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Guest co-host, CHER'DON REYNOLDS, Sheo of She Prints It, and our special guests, both of European descent, MARK CARMAN, former police officer, and JOHN COSTINO, former co-host of the Race Haven podcast return for this open and honest discussion about WHITE ALLIES. As America is under PROTEST, many WHITES are finally seeking an understanding of what it truly means to be BLACK IN AMERICA. However, many AFRICAN-AMERICANS are asking why now, why this time, as we witness POLITICIANS foolishly donning Kente cloth as they present a POLICE REFORM bill that many AFRICAN-AMERICANS have been seeking for a lifetime. Is this truly reconciliation or simply a ploy to gain the BLACK VOTE through symbolism? Do all whites understand racism enough to end it? Should the President play in bringing the country together? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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A couple a weeks ago on the MENTAL DIALOGUE talk show we discussed how our BLACK-OWNED BUSINESSES were surviving during the COVID-19 PANDEMIC. Now imagining how beauty salon owners, RHONDA WILKINS & SONIA BOOKER felt after being closed during the SHELTER IN PLACE measures, only to end up with their salons as targets of LOOTING & VANDALISM in the aftermath of the GEORGE FLOYD protest here in ATLANTA. Both are very active business leaders in the AFRICAN-AMERICAN community, so please tune-in to hear their stories and see what measures we as a community can take to help their businesses thrive again. Will insurance cover most of the damage? What about their employees? Did they receive any stimulus money? How do they feel about the protest? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions AMERICA'S afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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Award winning PSYCHOLOGIST, DR. ROSELYN AKER-BLACK, visits the show to discuss the effects of watching videos of BLACK people being killed on the BLACK PSYCHE. Are these videos TRAUMATIZING for BLACKS? Do these videos inspire some BLACKS to become activist? Why do we share these videos on social media repeatedly, and does it help? Are these videos MODERN DAY LYNCHINGS? When these videos don't lead to a conviction, then what? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the question America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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Special guests, Maria Richards & LaTrice Ross, drop by to discuss the psyche of African-Americans finding themselves under the construct of race where the concept of whiteness is the gold standard in America. When PRESIDENT TRUMP campaigned to MAKE AMERICA GREAT AGAIN, many AFRICAN-AMERICANS could only ask when exactly that was and who's standard are we judging by? Unlike other groups our ancestors were stripped of a great portion of their culture and fought long and hard to be counted as natural citizens of this country. In their efforts to be GOOD AMERICANS they ultimately tried to meet that standard, and we, as their descendants, subconsciously strive to meet that standard today. Unfortunately for the last 400 years that standard has been WHITE, and while the idea of COLOR BLINDNESS sounds good, it can be quite detrimental when one race is completely celebrated throughout American history and the others basically reduced to HIDDEN FIGURES in that same history. Is it time finally time for BLACKS to learn how to be AMERICANS without chasing the standard of WHITENESS? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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Are AFRICAN AMERICANS still victims of AMERICA'S OPPRESSION or do we PLAY THE VICTIM and hold ourselves back from America's opportunities? Special guest co-host, JANELLE KING, also co-host of TV's Georgia Gang, helps us moderate the discussion with returning guests, CBS Radio host, ROBERT PATILLO, and, SHELLEY WYNTERS, host of the Shelley Wynters Show. If the VICTIM MENTALITY is true, how does it hold us back as AFRICAN AMERICANS? If it is not true, what can we do about SYSTEMIC OPPRESSION beyond protest? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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CALLING ALL BLACK-OWNED BUSINESS OWNERS!!!! Special guests, tax accountant & CARES ACT consultant, RONICA BROWN, along with Urban Grind Owner (coffee shop), CASSANDRA INGRAM drop by to discuss the impact of the PANDEMIC, specifically on BLACK BUSINESSES; and what can be done to survive now and beyond. BROWN's agency specializes in helping small business's navigate the CARES ACT, so business owners especially, call in to get her expertise. INGRAM's shop, Urban Grind, located in the midtown area of ATLANTA is a long-time staple on the poetry, music, and arts scene, especially for the BLACK COMMUNITY; hosting weekly events is still open, but limited hours during the PANDEMIC. Tune-in to hear what adjustments she's had to make and what she anticipates the future of her business going forward will look like. What can consumers do to ensure our BOBs remain open? How can BOBs assist one another during the PANDEMIC? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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HOW MANY OF US TRULY LIVE OUT OUR DREAMS? This week our special guest co-host is actress/make-up artist, ELYSE DAVIS, and our featured guests are music producer/artist, JOE BLEEZ and tech entrepreneur, ELI MARKUS, as both are at different stages of LIVING OUT THEIR DREAMS. Five years ago, BLEEZ, gave up a SIX-FIGURE income to return to his 1st Love, music, but the journey took longer than expected and now he is on the verge of truly living out that dream. On the other hand, ELI MARKUS, aka THE DIGITAL SNIPER, found his expertise in the TECHNOLOGY field early, and as a young man lives a life many of us only dream of. BEYOND MOTIVATION, we want to hear the PSYCHOLOGICAL battles and willpower it took to stay the course towards living out their dreams? How did they find and commit to their DREAM? Did their DREAM conflict with family time, work, etc? Are there any financial trip ups along the way, and how do they handle them? Did unintentional naysayers ever sway their decision to follow their dreams, or was their biggest battle with self? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK SIDENOTE: This show will also premier SQUARE BUSINESS ENTERTAINMENT & JOE BLEEZ's hot new single ALL DAY LONG!!!
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While the political left and right go back and forth about SHELTER IN PLACE orders, there are many who were already suffering from ANXIETY & DEPRESSION prior to the SOCIAL DISTANCING guidelines; and now many more will be faced these very serious MENTAL HEALTH issues. Psychotherapist, DR. KATRINA PITTMAN, owner of Paradigm Shift, brings her 17+ years of experience in MENTAL HEALTH on the show to discuss what people may be experiencing during this COVID-19 PANDEMIC. What does she recommend for those who are anxious about these uncertain times? How do you know if your anxiousness or sadness has turned into full blown ANXIETY or DEPRESSION? How do you remain mentally strong if you are the breadwinner for your family, but your job or financial future is in jeopardy? Even if you are not experiencing any issues, you may have loved one who is, so tune-in to better understand what they are experiencing and how to help them. MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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Some BLACK MEN think there are plenty of BLACK WOMEN who are unable to deal with a GOOD MAN in their life. These GOOD BROTHERS often end their pursuit with a women they see great potential in, due to certain dynamics that seem to consistently come up. What are those dynamics? What do these GOOD MEN expect from women? Are their expectations unfair? When a good man comes into a woman's life, how does she know? Do some women say they want a good man, but treat them like all the others, or sometime even worse? Do some GOOD MEN take advantage of the fact that they are seen as commodity? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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Whenever America catches a cold, it often said BLACK AMERICA catches the flu. This sentiment holds true as AFRICAN AMERICANS by far have been hit the hardest by the CORONAVIRUS PANDEMIC. Initially there was an urban legend that BLACKS could not contract the virus, but as it spreads across the U.S. some BLACKS are now asking are AFRICAN AMERICANS being targeted. Many AFRICAN AMERICANS say they will refuse a VACCINE for COVID-19, if one comes online, amidst past fears that VACCINES have been used to give BLACK boys AUTISM. BLACKS will often site conspiracies such as the TUSKEGEE EXPERIMENT, HIV & AIDS, or the WAR ON DRUGS and POLICE BRUTALITY as more proof that America has a death wish for the AFRICAN AMERICAN community. Is America trying to kill us, or is this fear driven by America's history of racism leaving OUR community stagnate and mentally impotent? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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Special guests, LA DETRA WHITE, aka The Ambush Queen, serial entrepreneur & investor, RASHAD HOWARD, both known for investing their money into BLACK-OWNED BUSINESSES (BOBs); along with CHER'DON REYNOLDS, currently running a CROWDFUNDING campaign for her business She Prints It, all drop by to discuss investing into BOBs. Where should AFRICAN-AMERICANS go to seek out ANGEL INVESTORS? What are investors looking for in your BUSINESS PITCH? What are some of the key mistakes start ups make when SEEKING FUNDS through traditional (banks) or alternative methods? When is CROWDFUNDING effective/ineffective? Do AFRICAN-AMERICANS in general fail to support our BLACK entrepreneurs fund raising efforts? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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This month's CONVERSATION W/ SMART PEOPLE features, MARILYN ODUENYI, Peaceful Parenting & Conscious Motherhood Coach at thepeacefulblackmama.com as she drops by to discuss her expert tips for parents being asked to HOMESCHOOL children during this CORONAVIRUS OUTBREAK. ODUEYNI, an UNSCHOOLING advocate, explains UNSCHOOLING and how it can be used to better serve our AFRICAN-AMERICAN children too often under served in PUBLIC SCHOOLS. ODDUEYNI also coaches BLACK WOMEN who are overwhelmed with CHILDREN, WORK, & PERSONAL LIFE how to properly find peace and balance in order to regain the joy in their lives. Please be sure to CALL-IN and #GIVEUSYOUR3CENTS during the OPEN CALL (2nd hour 11:00-12pm EST) where TRUTH SEEKERS can call-in to discuss any topic you want (CORONAVIRUS, ECONOMICS, TRUMP, ETC). The 2nd hour belongs to you. MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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People have all types of opinions about the OPPOSITE SEX, and who CHEATS the most in relationships. One study shows WOMEN'S INFIDELITY has increased by 50% over the last 20 years, although it is often said men cheat the most, but women cheat smarter? In 2020 is this a myth, or have women caught up to men when comes toINFIDELITY? Even in the past when women were not known to CHEATas much, there were still MARRIAGES in which women had their husbands unknowingly raising children that were not their own, hence the saying MOMMA'S BABY, DADDY'S MAYBE!!! So when it comes to INFIDELITY are women that much smarter? One INFIDELITY EXPERT explains to men that if the marriage all of sudden goes from stale to amazing that actually could be a sign their WIFE is CHEATING. CALL-IN 646.787.1691 and #GIVEUSYOUR3CENTS as MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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Why are we so secretive about our MONEY and PERSONAL FINANCES? Personal Finance Coach, ASHLEY THOMAS, M.B.A. drops by to discuss people and their fears about MONEY. In many cases we are embarrassed by our financial status, and often will go through great lengths to keep that information even from our immediate family. How many fail to seek help with their personal finances, due to their own embarrasment and fear? When dating how quickly should you bring up finances? Do some people still marry, before learning the Truth about their spouse's personal finances? What does our CREDIT SCORE say about us? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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This week we have an ALL MEN'S panel featuring former show host, MONTOYA SMITH AKA BLACK SOCRATES along with special guests, YIEH SASSAEKPO and MUSTAFA MAHDI, with OPPOSING VIEWS about the concept of SUBMISSION within MARRIAGE. In 2020 should men be concerned with being the HEAD of the HOUSEHOLD? What is wrong with a man SUBMITTING TO A WOMAN? Should PATRIARCHY be torn down? Do roles matter in a MARRIAGE? Can a man be HEAD of HOUSEHOLD if his wife makes more money? Are MARRIAGES today partnerships that no longer require SUBMISSION? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask.ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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This week we have an ALL WOMEN'S panel featuring former show co-host, CHRISTY GAYNELL (divorced) along with special guests, CAROL LONG, a married stay-at-home mom and CHER'DON REYNOLDS, a married mother of two and business woman, better known as the SHEO of She Prints It, as they discuss the concept of SUBMISSION within their MARRIAGES. In 2020 are men still considered the HEAD of the HOUSEHOLD? Some women say they are willing to submit, but only to the "RIGHT" man. Do men today expect women to submit, despite their own inability to lead? Can a husband pay half the bills, and still expect submission from his wife? Can a man pay half the bills, and expect SUBMISSION?Are MARRIAGES today partnerships that no longer require SUBMISSION? Can the man submit to his wife? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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This week's CONVERSATION W/ SMART PEOPLE features, JERMAIL SHELTON, Account Manager, Just Add Honey tea company as he drops by to discuss the decision & process for expanding their business (husband & wife team) to a 2nd location. Many of our long standing BLACK mom/pop shops, even in Atlanta, never expand to a 2nd location. What was the key to their expansion and do they have any plans for more expansion? We also delve into a conversation SHELTON recently had with the host, BLACK SOCRATES, about the necessity of "SAFE SPACES" for AFRICAN-AMERICAN men. While BLACK SOCRATES admittedly has never been a fan of men congregating in this manner, SHELTON shares his involvement in the men's group Undugu (based in Atlanta) & why they are very necessary, especially for BLACK MEN in 2020. Please be sure to CALL-IN and #GIVEUSYOUR3CENTS on BLACK MEN & their SAFE SPACES; and during the OPEN CALL (2nd hour 11:00-12:00pm EST) where TRUTH SEEKERS can call-in to discuss any issues you choose (SNOOP/GAYLE, BLOOMBERG, MALCOLM DOCUMENTARY, ETC.). The 2nd hour belongs to you. MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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If you ask the public what is a POLYAMORY you typically get an array of unsure answers that sound more like questions like, isn't that a woman with TWO HUSBANDS, or isn't that illegal in the U.S., or is that SWINGING? This week special guest, DR. SUNDIATA attempts to provide clarity by descriging his own transition into full acknowledgement of his own POLYAMOROUS life, after an 11 year MONAGAMOUS marriage that included children, and ended in DIVORCE. DR. SUNDIATA, publicly CAME OUT on social media about his lifestyle. Was coming out liberating? Is POLYAMORY something he chose or an insatiable desire he could not deny? While MARRIED did it make him want to CHEAT on his wife? Is his attraction HETEROSEXUAL, HOMOSEXUAL, or BISEXUAL? How does he explain his new lifestyle to his children? Special guest co-host, CHRISTY GAYNELL. & special guest, BRO ANHK, of the Amen Ra Squad drops by MENTAL DIALOGUE to tackle the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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CALLING ALL ENTREPRENEURS & ALL FUTURE ENTREPRENEURS!!!
Two special guests, TERRY SIMMONS, and DUANE DRAUGHON, along with special guest co-host, TAMEKA PEOPLES, drop by to discuss BEST PRACTICES for BLACK-OWNED BUSINESSES to pursue EXCELLENCE in business.
SIMON'S is the CEO of T. Simmons and Company, a top-notch organizational design, brand development, and workforce development firm, that specializes in helping business owners scale their businesses in order to move from SELF-EMPLOYMENT to true OWNERSHIP.
DRAUGHON, after scaling his 1st business into the #1 patio design company in Columbus, OH and $6M in revenue, got tired of the RACIST practices of the city, shut that company down and co-founded VizX Design Studios with his queen, ISABEL DRAUGHON.
Our special guest co-host, TAMEKA PEOPLES, is also a business owner of Seed2Shirt, an AFRICAN-AMERICAN-WOMAN-OWNED apparel manufacturing and distribution company and the 1st BLACK-OWNED of its kind in the country since 1908.
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On January 17 spoken word artist ARIAH J. dropped by the MENTAL DIALOGUE LIVE XPERIENCE (MD Live X) and shared her dynamic poem about her STRAINED RELATIONSHIP with her BLACK FATHER; who after he divorced her mother refuses to date any BLACK AMERICAN WOMEN now. ARIAH'S poem kicked off one the deepest dialogues we ever had at the MD Live X, and this Saturday, ARIAH J, is our 1st hour guest for our CONVERSATIONS W/ SMART PEOPLE series. Are there DADDY ISSUES? Does she struggle with SELF-LOVE? Since her own father no longer finds beauty in BLACK WOMEN, has she considered INTERRACIAL DATING? During the discussion she said she still seeks BLACK LOVE, even after her own divorce from a brother, but wonders does BLACK LOVE want her? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. The 2nd hour is an OPEN CALL to all TRUTH SEEKERS to call in and dialogue about anything you want. The 2nd hour belongs to you. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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Throughout 2019 various well known African-Americans, such as comedian STEVE HARVEY, rapper LUDACRIS, and real estate mogul JAY MORRISON highlighted their visits to GHANA, dubbed THE YEAR OF RETURN; in part, because it marked the 400 year anniversary of enslaved Africans being brought to the shores of what is now known as the U.S in 1619. Leading up to the YEAR OF RETURN, the GHANAIAN government highly encouraged AFRICAN-AMERICANS to visit, do business, buy land, or even repatriate back to GHANA. DR. BOYCE WATKINS recently visited and encouraged other AFRICAN-AMERICANS to do the same, while ANTONIO MOORE of TONE TALKS suggested the YEAR OF RETURN is a hyped up marketing ploy to increase GHANAIAN tourism with no long term effects towards bridging the gap between AFRICAN-AMERICANS and AFRICANS. Special guests, Ghanaian immigrant, FRANK ASSANTE & African-American, VARIAN "CHIEF X" XAVIER, both recently return from separate trips to GHANA and drop by to discuss TRUTHS & MYTHS about the YEAR OF RETURN. MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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If there is, in fact, not a current GENDER WAR going on in the AFRICAN-AMERICAN COMMUNITY, the blame game between BLACK MEN & WOMEN is unfortunately never ending. On THE REAL talk show, LONI LOVE suggested that BLACK MEN in general don't know how to have healthy or faithful relationship. CHARLAMAGNE THA GODof the BREAKFAST CLUB retorted that is not a factual narrative since BLACK MEN DON'T CHEAT. Both SEXES seem to enjoy telling the other what they can do to be better, without holding their own gender fully accountable for their own actions. Why have phrases like "Niggas Ain't Shit" or "Can't Trust A Bitch" become common vernacular inside certain groups of Blacks? Or is the resurgence of AFRICAN-AMERICANS adoring their own beauty and encouraging BLACK LOVE, proof that the media constantly feeds into negative stereotypes hoping to manufacturing discord between BLACK MEN & WOMEN that is not real? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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Up until recently MARRIAGE RATEShave steadily declined in the U.S. for the last 50 years to the point there are those who suggest MARRIAGE IS JUST A PIECE OF PAPER. Some argue that MARRIAGE is a way to allow the government in your business, while others think MARRIAGE is of the utmost importance, whether for religious reasons or for legacy purposes to build wealth. Special guest co-host, CAROL LONG (married), along with special guests, AARON MALLORY (divorced) & EMILLE BRYANT (divorced) drop by MD to discuss the MARRIAGE LICENSE and are they are relevant to the idea of matrimony? MENTAL DIALOGUEasking the questions America's afraid to ask? ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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The DEMOCRATS & REPUBLICANS seemingly have drawn their lines in the sand on TRUMP'S IMPEACHMENT and every night CNN & FOX argue FOR or AGAINST the PRESIDENT'S IMPEACHMENT. This Saturday we attempt the impossible and ask CAN WE HAVE A REASONABLE CONVERSATION on the IMPEACHMENT?, as special guest co-host SHELLEY WYNTER of The Shelley Wynter's show, along with two concerned citizens, WILLIAM AGNEW & OSVALDO GAYTAN drop by to provide their unique perspectives on the IMPEACHMENT. GAYTAN, actually thinks the IMPEACHMENT is a good thing, co-host WYNTERS disagrees and believes it is nothing but a WITCH HUNT; whereas special guest, AGNEW ask probing questions that make you think regardless of which side of the political spectrum you are on. MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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BLACK SOCRATES discusses the $1.2T AFRICAN-AMERICANSspend annually, as well as breaks down the $12M raised in five days for the TRUMP WALL by a U.S veteran; and how it is not exactly an example of WHITE PEOPLE coming together as some BLACKS claim to disparage BLACKS for lack of ECONOMIC UNITY.
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CALLING ALL POETS & POETRY LOVERS!!! Once a year the Mental Dialogue talk show presents POETIC DIALOGUES this show features poets from around the country in support of a non-profit organization directly assisting the AFRICAN-AMERICAN community. This year's fundraiser is for MOTHERS AGAINST GANG VIOLENCE as the founder TEKESIA SHIELDS will be on the show telling us about her wonderful organization and all the ways it is dedicated to helping our youth circumvent the GANG CULTURE, all the while breaking down the POETRY of some of the dopest SPOKEN WORD ARTISTS in the country. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK Support MOTHERS AGAINST GANG VIOLENCE via Cash App: $Magviolence.
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WHITE SUPREMACY is often cited for issues within the AFRICAN-AMERICAN community, while others suggest it is no longer a major issue, especially since BLACKS hold themselves down and use WHITE SUPREMACY as an excuse. Based on your understanding of WHITE SUPREMACY which is it? Can we as BLACKS resolve this issue, if so, or can we simply just ignore WHITE SUPREMACY? Special guest, STUART KNIGHT, author of MARGINALIZING WHITE SUPREMACY drops by to provide his viewpoint on how the AFRICAN-AMERICAN community can deal with and collectively move past any issues related to WHITE SUPREMACY. MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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QUEEN & SLIM did you Love it or hate it, seems to be the unique dynamic of LENA WAITHE'S (writer) film starring JODIE TURNER SMITH, as Queen, and DANIEL KALUUYA as Slim. Special guest co-host, SOUL SCRIBE, returns to continue PART 2 of our dialogue after Thursday night's special edition MD POP UP show on the movie (part 1), featuring Ashley Johnson-Alford (activist) and Clarence Rickett III (spoken word artist). We want to open up the phone lines as we explore the various themes this movie touched on whether you LOVED IT or HATED IT: or have no interest in seeing it. CALL-IN and #GIVEUSYOUR3CENTS on the things you liked/disliked or why you refused to see it. Some think it has the potential to be an all-time classic, while others said it was trash. WHAT SAY YOU? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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AFRICAN-AMERICANS, we are often heard stressing the necessity of practicing COLLECTIVE ECONOMICS, but WHY? In the U.S. no other race seems to openly campaign to buy within their RACE, ETHNICITY, or CULTURE. In particularASIANS, HISPANICS, and JEWISH cultures are lauded by some AFRICAN-AMERICANS for their appearance of practicing group economics. Do we as AFRICAN-AMERICANS truly understand what COLLECTIVE ECONOMICS looks like? Or, are misunderstanding aspects of group economics that hinders our own progress? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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Social media has recently raised concerns about the number of BLACK WOMEN/GIRLS that are REPORTED MISSINGthroughout the U.S. Concerns have ranged from are BLACK WOMEN being abducted for SEX TRAFFICKING to are BLACK WOMEN being killed to HARVEST ORGANS? Are there reasons to be concern, and, if so,what can be done to protect them? Do #BlackGirlsMatter? MD also explores what is behind this recent push on social media? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions AMERICA'S afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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This week's CONVERSATION W/ SMART PEOPLE features HORACE WILLIAMS, founder of EMPOWRD mobile app. WILLIAMS created his app to simplify civic engagement by providing access to your elected officials, organizations, and political news. At MD we rarely talk politics, but when we do it's rarely the typical left and right back and forth you hear in the mainstream media. What does Williams think of the IMPEACHMENT HEARINGS, the BYRON ALLEN SUPREME COURT CASE, the BOOMING ECONOMY, and the PRESIDENTIAL RACE 2020? The 2nd hour is an OPEN CALL to all TRUTH SEEKERS to call in and dialogue about anything you want. The 2nd hour belongs to you. MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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Focus Films released the movieHARRIET last weekend at the box office ($12M), a cinematic release about the life of HARRIET TUBMAN and her expeditions as a part of the UNDERGROUND RAILROAD to free others ENSLAVED BLACKS in the South. DR. KELLIE CARTER-JACKSON, Historian, Author, Assistant Professor of Africana Studies at Wellesley College returns to discuss the positive and negative reactions to the movie itself; and to lend her voice as to why others should see the movie despite the call by ADOS and some NAACP chapters to BOYCOTT the movie in lieu of the upcoming COMCAST VS BYRON ALLEN SUPREME COURT case. MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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RAP MOGUL T.I.'s wife, TINY HARRIS, says she was told to MARRY for security and not for LOVE. Millennial guest, APRIL JACKSON, returns to the show and shares why she wholeheartedly disagrees with TINY. On the other hand, our special guest co-host, LATRICE ROSS, mostly agrees with TINY's assessment. So who's right? Can you MARRY for both security and Love, or is this rare? Call-in @ 646.787.1691 and #GIVEUSYOUR3CENTS. MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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KING COTTON is the cash crop that made America a world player in its formative years and the labor force that made it all go were ENSLAVED AFRICANS brought here to pick and harvest the cotton for free and reap no benefits. In 2019 cotton is still a worldwide cash crop, however the best cotton in the world arguably comes from Africa and the founder of SEED2SHIRT, TAMEKA PEOPLES, is setting the stage to disrupt the apparel industry with her VERTICALLY INTEGRATED manufacturing company that sources directly from AFRICA. TAMEKA is looking to become the FIRST BLACK-OWNED apparel manufacturer of this kind in the U.S. since 1908 and visits the show to discuss her fund raising campaign and how AFRICAN-AMERICANS can set themselves up to disrupt other industries we have long been cut out of. MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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This week'sCONVERSATIONS W/ SMART PEOPLE series features in the 1st hour (10am-11am) DR. EARL STEWART (Internal Medicine) as we discuss the concept of the WHITE MAN'S SCIENCE versus AFRICAN HOLISTIC HEALTH, VACCINATIONS, & more. In the 2nd hour (11am-12pm), we are featuring Mr. Let Go, himself and relationship with self expert, AARON MALLORY as we discuss his controversial take on WOMEN only having children by MENwho can afford WEDDING RINGS. Are FINANCES the most important aspect of a relationship? Is STRUGGLE LOVE dishonorable in his eyes? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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What do you know about HUMAN SEX TRAFFICKING? If your answer is not much then be sure to tune-in as special guests, DOMINGA TAYLOR, a certified Anti-HUMAN SEX TRAFFICKING advocate & RAYMOND LOCKHART, a Behavioral Case Manager Supervisor, drop by to discuss why HUMAN SEX TRAFFICKING is a billion dollar industry? In ATLANTAalone the average PIMP makes $30K/week, does the HIP HOP industry's glorification of PIMP CULTURE add to the mystic and desensitize us to this exploitation industry? How many children are exploited yearly and what must parents do to ensure their children do not become victims? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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Half of all U.S. MARRIAGES currently end up in divorces, although plenty of couples originally vow to stay MARRIED FOR BETTER OR FOR WORSE. What exactly does for better or worse mean? Would a better understanding of marriage vows help couple's staying power? Special guest co-host SOUL SCRIBE (divorced), along with special guests marriage counselors, HASAN AND NAAILA CLAY (married), and APOSTLE RAY WILKERSON (married) drop by to discuss in-depth where we are as a society with the marriage vow. Be sure to tune-in as host BLACK SOCRATES (never married) poses a viewpoint to all the guests and audience that challenges how he thinks most couple misunderstand the vow. MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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Billionaire comedian and TV network owner, BYRON ALLEN, is being taking to theSUPREME COURT by COMCAST after winning a $10B DISCRIMINATION LAWSUIT against the media conglomerate. PRESIDENT TRUMP and the Department of Justice recently sided with COMCAST and ask the US SUPREME COURT to hear the appeal. If this decision is overturned it could drastically change the interpretation of theCIVIL RIGHTS ACT OF 1866 which ALLEN used to successfully sue COMCAST. Why is this case significant to all of BLACK AMERICA? Does it threaten BLACK OWNERSHIP in other industries? Why hasn’t the NAACP or AL SHARPTON'S National Action Network come out in support of ALLEN? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions Americas afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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DAVE CHAPELLE is revered as an all-time great in comedy circles, but did CHAPELLE go too far in his latest NETFLIX comedy special STICKS & STONES? Special guest, SHELLEY WYNTERS of the Shelley Wynter's Show thinks CHAPELLE'S special was pure comedic genius, while special guest JUSTICE CALO REIGN President of Invest Attention Media & Entertainment agrees with critics that the special was trash and too POLITICALLY INCORRECT. Make sure you tune-in not only to hear each our guest’s unique perspectives, but be sure to call-in yourself and #GIVEUSYOUR3CENTS. MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask.ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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Has the AFRICAN-AMERICANcommunity itself gotten past the issue of COLORISM? A few years agoKENDRICK LAMAR intentionally chose DARKER MODELS for his Poetic Justice video, but that was viewed in theHIP HOP industry as going against the industry norm. In the pastLIGHT SKINNED BLACKS were deemed to have more privilege than their darker peers, which often lead to different degrees of envy (i.e. WILLIE LYNCH). However has the recent movement to highlight the beauty of MELANINATED people gotten rid of this type of envy? If so, why are SKIN BLEACHING creams considered BEAUTY products and why are they so popular in AFRICAN countries? .MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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This week'sCONVERSATIONS W/ SMART PEOPLE series features in the 1st hour (10am-11am) radio personality/spoken word artist/entrepronegro, MS DIA, as we explore this Queen's many talents as producer and host of The Show ATL and her background to include her DETROIT upbringing and her Love for the late great hip hop producer, J DILLA. In the 2nd hour (11am-12pm), we are featuring spoken word artist, self-proclaimed FEMINIST, and sometimes co-host of theMENTAL DIALOGUE talk show, SOUL SCRIBE. We explore this Queen's Love for the spoken word and why she sometimes refers to herself as a FEMINIST. We definitely will discuss how she puts with up host, BLACK SOCRATES, whenever she is on the show, especially since he rarely has anything good to say about FEMINISM. MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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Some were surprised to find out about JAY-Z's recent deal with the NFL teaming up for events and social activism, in lieu of COLIN KAEPERNICK's protest and battle with the NFL. They called JAY-Z an opportunist who consistently sells out BLACK PEOPLE for his own bottom line. Others support this partnership as a great opportunity to help those disenfranchised people KAEPERNICK kneeled for in the 1st place. Former ESPN analyst, JEMELE HILL, wrote an article condemning the move, while many are not surprised that First Take’s STEPHEN A. SMITH supports the partnership. Is there a lesson to be learned here, or should we all pause before overly supportive or overly critical of the deal? Please CALL-IN 646.787.1691 and #GIVEUSYOUR3CENTS. MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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"If RACIST WHITE TERRORIST that murder with guns is a MENTAL HEALTH ISSUE is the GUN VIOLENCE in BLACK communities a mental health issue too?" -Cher'Don Reynolds
On this SPECIAL EDITION Monday night show we attempt to answer this question with guest co-host CHER'DON REYNOLDS and CERTIFIED CLINICAL TRAUMA COUNSELORS, ANISHA COOPER, LPC & ROSEHLL HANSE LAPC. When WHITE PEOPLE commit murder even an egregious act as MASS SHOOTING, the media often ask empathetic questions in regards to the MENTAL HEALTH of the perpetrator and rarely ever labels them a TERRORIST. Why are AFRICAN-AMERICANS involved in GUN VIOLENCE typically seen as unredeemable menace to societies? How does this seemingly double standard play out in the BLACK COMMUNITY? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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The FEMINIST MOVEMENT over the last 50 years has recruited BLACK WOMEN, whereas historically they were just fine with RACIAL INEQUALITY. Co-host, DIVERSITY expert, LATRICE ROSS, and special guest, relationship expert, MALAIKA WELLS drops by to discuss the FEMINIST MOVEMENT'S relationship with WOMEN OF COLOR. WHITE FEMINISTS are quick to espouse EQUAL PAY & #METOO, but often are oddly silent when BLACK WOMEN have issues that include the intersectionality of RACE. Some argue the movement is used to divide BLACK MEN & WOMEN, while others suggest that argument is used as an excuse not to provide GENDER EQUALITY. Which is it? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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CALLING ALL FATHERS!!! What advice/game do you provide your DAUGHTERS about their intimate relationships with the OPPOSITE SEX? Are you telling them to wait untilMARRIAGEto have SEX? How do they distinguish if a man just wants SEX or a RELATIONSHIP? Do you leave the BIRTH CONTROL discussion to their mothers? Do you give them advice on protecting themselves from SEXUAL/PHYSICAL ASSAULT? What advice do teach about avoiding emotional/mental/physical abusers altogether? Do you take your teenage daughter on dates, to be an example? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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A man once asked MARCUS GARVEY whether he was AFRICAN or JAMAICAN. He said, "I would never give up a continent for an island. I am an AFRICAN, today, and for all of tomorrow." Yet for all of Garvey's great work, not only do AFRICANS & BLACKS in the Western hemisphere seem divided, but CARIBBEAN BLACKS & AFRICAN- AMERICAN cultures, despite some similarities, also seem to suffer from the same riff, WHY? Does WHITE SUPREMACY pit the cultures against one another? Are the values similar enough or too different to come together? What about economically & politically? Does the resurgence of U.S. REPARATIONS for American Descendants of Slaves (ADOS) add angst to this divide or do CARIBBEAN BLACKS understand the distinction? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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This week's CONVERSATIONS W/ SMART PEOPLE series features two different organizations looking to make a powerful impact on the community. First hour guest is JANELL JONES, co-founder of SPEAK GEORGIA a town hall series focused on a taking a BIPARTISAN look as some of the nation's most important POLITICAL ISSUES. We discuss the success of their 1st SPEAK GEORGIA town hall on CRIMINAL JUSTICE featuring JA'RON SMITH, the co-author of the 1ST STEP ACT; and what should the community expect at their upcoming town hall meeting discussing the GEORGIA HEARTBEAT BILL. The 2nd hour features KIMBERLY HENRY, an assistant director at CODE NINJAS, a company specializing in teaching youth how to code for technology. As a director for one of only five BLACK-OWNED Code Ninja franchises (out of a 100+ nationwide), we discuss the challenges of not only getting more AFRICAN-AMERICANS children involved at the centers, but the task of pushing for more BLACK franchise owners as well. MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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Special guests, DR. JPARKER GRIFFIN JR, psychotherapist and author of 25th Demon, a psychological thriller about a psychopathic narcissist, and special guest co-host, SOUL SCRIBE, drop by MD to discuss RELATIONSHIPS WITH NARCISSIST. DR. GRIFFIN, is a behavioral counselor who specializes in helping survivors of NARCISSISTIC ABUSE. What should you do when your NARCISSISTIC boyfriend or girlfriend attempt to exploit, manipulate, or GASLIGHT you? Can a relationship or marriage work with a NARCISSIST? If you are married and have children, what happens to children of NARCISSISTIC PARENTS? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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AreBLACKS more AMERICAN than AFRICAN? In Americas do AFRICAN-AMERICANShave a distinct culture from EUROPEAN-AMERICANS? Why do AFRICAN IMMIGRANTS often reject BLACK AMERICAN culture? Are there sub-groups within BLACK AMERICAN culture that should be upheld or dismantled? Should BLACKS unify under PAN-AFRICANISM? How does BLACK culture influence politics within the AFRICAN-AMERICAN community? MENTAL DIALOGUEasking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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REPARATIONS is the new buzzword in politics, especially after the Congressional hearing on HR-40 to discuss whether or not to bring forth a commission to study REPARATIONS. Beyond whether or not REPARATIONS are due, some have asked what about AFRICA's role in their willingness to sell other AFRICANS during the TRANS-ATLANTIC ENSLAVEMENT TRADE. Our special guest, CBS Radio Host, ROBERT PATILLO, drops by to discuss exactly what role AFRICANS played in the selling of AFRICANS and their responsibility in regards to U.S. REPARATIONS. Can whites solely be blamed if others AFRICANS were willing to, not only participate, but enrich themselves from the selling of other AFRICANS? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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This week's CONVERSATIONS W/ SMART PEOPLE series features BLACK OWNED SPIRITS EXPO founder, TIFFANY RICHARDSON, and president & founder of HEALTHY BLACK COMMUNITIES, MONTEE EVANS. In the 1st hour (10am-11am) RICHARDSON, a liquor store owner herself, discusses her desire to help other BLACK-OWNED spirits owners, not only get their brands out there with her expo, but to help them navigate the not so easy ALCOHOL industry heavily dominated by other cultures. In 2nd hour (11am-12pm) EVANS, discusses his charity work on the CONTINENT OF AFRICA, how others can help, and the role of the BLACK CHURCH in the LIBERATION OF BLACK PEOPLE. MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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Is it ever OK to strike you significant other? ArePERPETRATORS of DOMESTIC VIOLENCE always wrong? Have you ever struck your significant other? Is there a different standard if a woman hits a man? Can a couple get past DOMESTIC VIOLENCE? What about a ONE-TIME INCIDENT? Special guests, psychotherapist DR. KATRINA PITTMAN drops by to discuss this subject from all perspectives. In the first hour, we also feature a man who in his teenage years thought it was OK to hit women, but after having THREE DAUGHTERS himself he had a complete change of heart. We ask him, where did his previous mindset come from and what would he do if his significant other struck him now? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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Special guest co-host SOUL SCRIBE drops by the show to discuss DATING and significant AGE GAPS. What is the biggest age gap you ever had in dating? JAY-Z actually started dating BEYONCE when the singer was just 19 and he is 12 year her senior; and now they're married as HIP HOP'S POWER COUPLE. Is there a difference when the woman is much older? Once you are legal (18 years old) does it matter if your significant other is significantly older than you (R Kelly clearly doesn't think so)? Is there an appropriate age limit for dating younger or older? Are their scenarios in which someone is taking advantage of the other simply due to age difference? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions AMERICA'S afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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This week's special guests are startup strategist, LANEE JAVET, founder of Mogul in Training Membership and digital marketing and training consultant, SOCIALLY NINA, founder of Candied Bacon Agency as we discuss how not only to stay in business; but rather how to SCALE YOUR BUSINESS now and for the future.AFRICAN-AMERICANS are 50% more likely to start a business than WHITES, but BLACK-OWNED BUSINESS unfortunately fail at greater rates, according to a study by the Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation. For all new businesses only 20% on average (1.7M) will make it past four years, and of those less than 1% scale to 100 or more employees (3200) and only 32 of those will be BLACK OWNED. Clearly scalability is a problem for all businesses, but what steps can we take to ensure our BLACK-OWNED BUSINESS survives our lifetime to leave a legacy for the next generation. MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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The ABORTION debate has been waged in this country for a long time and recently some states have adopted new laws either expanding or restricting abortions on different levels. Special guest co-host, SARA LENA (author Bad Bitch to Goddess), and special guests LATRICE ROSS, diversity & WOMEN'S RIGHTS advocate & SHELLY WYNTER, radio host of THE SHELLY WYNTER'S show & PRO LIFE supporter join us to discuss why these new wave of laws? Are men out to control women's bodies? Is there a fundamental responsibility for society to protect unborn children? What is PLANNED PARENTHOOD'S role in this? Does the AFRICAN-AMERICAN COMMUNITYoveruse ABORTION as BIRTH CONTROL? Is this a conspiracy by WHITES to increase their declining population? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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This week's CONVERSATIONS W/ SMART PEOPLE series features two brilliant minds as the first hour (10am-11am) features ELI MARKUS, a prolific writer/thinker in BLACK EXCELLENCE. We probe MARKUS to discuss his acute focus on RESULTS, and how he uses those results to debunk many of the negative STEREOTYPES used against AFRICAN AMERICAN MEN. We also discuss his idea of BLACK AMERICA as a whole needing to engage in a cultural CIVIL WAR between BLACKS & NIGGAS to determine its future fate. In the 2nd hour (11am-12pm) JULIAN ROSE joins us as he is amid his doctorate studies in BIOMEDICAL ENGINEERING at GEORGIA TECH. We speak to ROSE about his own experience that lead to his career choice, and what role RACE plays, if any, as for as his own advancement now and in the future. MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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Now that AFRICAN-AMERICANS are widely accepted at PREDOMINATELY WHITE INSTITUTIONS (PWI) of higher learning there are many Americans who feel it is no longer necessary for HISTORICALLY BLACK COLLEGES & UNIVERISITIES (HBCU) to exist. Special guests DR. DELARIOUS STEWART, an alumnus of SOUTHERN UNIVERSITY & DR. STEPHANIE MILES-RICHARDSON, an alumnus of GRAMBLING STATE UNIVERSITY and current professor at MOREHOUSE SCHOOL OF MEDICINE join us to discuss the viability of HBCUs in 2019. Some of our HBCUs contend with fiscal sustainability, because most don't have the large financial endowments, like some of their PWI counterparts; but, instead rely on aid from the federal government. Despite never attending one herself, BEYONCE recently released her concert film, HOMECOMING, highlighting the HBCU experience in her performance. Is BEYONCE's film the shot in the arm HBCUs need to encourage more AFRICAN-AMERICAN students to attend, as well as receive more financial support from the BLACK COMMUNITY? Should more HBCUs be open to merging with PWIs whenever it makes fiscal sense, or does their historical significance outweigh this consideration? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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MINISTER LOUIS FARRAKHAN was recently banned from his FACEBOOK account and also a few of the NATION OF ISLAM (NOI) books were banned from AMAZON. Should MINISTER FARRAKHAN be lumped alongside ALEX JONES of INFO WARS and his speech labeled as dangerous? What does this mean for FREEDOM OF SPEECH and others who want to speak their mind? Some suggest AFRICAN-AMERICANS should BOYCOTT and remove all accounts from FACEBOOK. Is this removal a power play by the JEWISH community? One radio host stated BLACKS have set a precedent by applauding CENSORSHIP of people disliked by the BLACK community in general, and therefore are unable to fairly express collective outrage over FARRAKHAN's ban now. MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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Approximately 10%–15% of clinically identified pregnancies end in recognizedMISCARRIAGE, a pregnancy loss before completion of 20 weeks' gestation. Clearly for many women this is a tragic loss, although, the men in their lives are typically completely unprepared for this dose of reality when it happens too. We speak with two husbands to candidly express, not only their emotions about the loss, but also their experience supporting their wives afterwards. What toll does it take on their relationship/marriage? Do they become closer or more distant? Do their wives feel like they let them down? How much fear is involved in attempting another pregnancy? BLACK WOMEN experience more miscarriages in weeks 10-20 than their white counterparts, why? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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Most people are shocked to discover the infamous ONE-DROP RULE that asserted any person with even one ancestor of sub-Saharan African ancestry ("one drop" of black blood) is considered BLACK didn't actually go into effect until the 20th Century in America. PRESIDENT THOMAS JEFFERSON fathered at least six children who were enslaved due to their MIX RACE. Two of them died before adulthood, two were allowed to escape, and two remained ENSLAVED until he freed them in his will. Ironically, all of their descendants identified as WHITE. Fortunately BIRACIAL children are no longer faced with being enslaved or not in this country, but what is their experience growing up? How do they identify if they are BLACK or WHITE? Do they decide for themselves or does society? Can they embrace both? If they identify as BLACK, can they be trusted? MENTAL DIALOGUEasking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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This show features special guests the "Ossie & Ruby Dee of Counseling " That Clay Couple," HASAN CLAY & HASAN-NAAILA CLAY, from Global Leadership Integrated Counseling to discuss POLYGAMY in modern times to discuss if it could serve as a possible solution for some of the issues AFRICAN-AMERICANS face in America. While polygamy is illegal in the US, there are people who still practice this form of marriage, and there are some in the AFRICAN-AMERICAN community who suggest it can help with nation building specifically for BLACK AMERICA. Do we truly understand the practice of POLYGAMY? Does a polygamist man have to provide for all of his wives? Is polygamy MISOGYNISTIC by nature or can women have MULTIPLE HUSBANDS? Can people successfully entering into a polygamous marriage to bring all the finances together? What are the pitfalls of polygamy? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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Some people suggest that men and women cannot be friends due to their natural desire to want INTIMACY. Although there are plenty of PLATONIC RELATIONSHIPS between men and women that do not include intimacy, but the question is what happens if they add SEX? Will the friendship remain intact? What happens if one of them catches feelings? What if the SEX is great/terrible? If they successfully have sex without any attachments, will their friendship be a threat to any of their future relationships? Special guest, YONCI YOURHOSTESS drops by to #GIVEUSHER3CENTS as well.MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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In psychology, Terry Kupers, defines TOXIC MASCULINITY as "the constellation of socially regressive male traits that serve to foster domination, the DEVALUATION OF WOMEN, HOMOPHOBIA and wanton violence". Some suggest as a society we must rid ourselves of TOXIC MASCULINITY as it will help alleviate the RAPE CULTURE that is said to exist among men. However, within the AFRICAN-AMERICAN community some are concerned that there is an agenda behind the term TOXIC MASCULINITY in order to ensure BLACK MEN in particular are devoid of masculinity. With the recent situations with BILL COSBY, R KELLY, & MICHAEL JACKSON have BLACK MEN become the face of TOXIC MASCULINITY? Are some BLACKS skirting the issue to avoid discussing inappropriate behavior that needs to discontinue in the BLACK COMMUNITY? Could it be both? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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This week's CONVERSATIONS W/ SMART PEOPLE series features two of our most brilliant minds on finances,MICHAEL SUTTLAR II, Principle at SC Capital Management, and JUSTIN HEMPSTEAD, CPA and serial entrepreneur as we have an in-depth discussion about money and how AFRICAN-AMERICANS can secure a financial foothold in America. To acknowledge both of their financial acumen SUTTLAR'S company specializes in commodities trading and currently manages assets for millionaires; whereas, HEMPSTEAD, is not only aCERTIFIED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANT, who specializes in teaching at risk youth financial literacy, but he also plans to retire with his financial nest egg, TAX FREE, by the age of 40. Don't miss this unique opportunity to hear this smart conversation about leaving aFINANCIAL LEGACYfor the next generation to build on and compete not only in America, but globally. MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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People often say things done in the dark come to light, but in reality that is not always true when it comes to INFIDELITY in relationships. Women often say their intuition will ensure they will know, but that doesn't always mean they will discover it. Men historically have been known to have a double standard, meaning some will cheat on their girlfriends or wives and expect them to remain through their infidelity, but absolutely will not accept it if she cheats. The bigger question is if your spouse or significant other is successfully CHEATING would you rather find our or not find out? What if it was a ONE NIGHT STAND? What if they are no longer cheating with that person, would you still want to know? Does it make a difference if you are MARRIED OR NOT? What if there are children involved? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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Some suggest the only way oppression of AFRICAN-AMERICANS will stop is for BLACKS to separate and build a nation of their own within the U.S. Others Blacks feel they are proud to be an American and suggest our history & progress are tied to that of the country as a whole. Special guests BABA AMIN IMAMU OJUOK, founder Uhuru Academy, and DUANE DRAUGHON, owner VizX Design Studio drop by to openly discuss what a nation inside a nation would look like and the practicality of achieving it, especially as AFRICAN-AMERICANS themselves seem divided over the approach. Call-in and#GIVEUSYOUR3CENTS!!! MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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Comedian KAT WILLIAMS once joked about wanting more haters in his life, because the more you had meant the better you were doing in life. In reality having others who are envious of you can have some real life consequences whether at work, in business, or within a family/friend dynamic. Many Blacks feel HIDDEN ENVY among BLACKS is often harder to overcome than RACISM or SEXISM within a workplace, business, or life in general. Is BLACK ENVY an additional burden successful BLACKS must navigate in life? In superior/subordinate workplace relationships are Blacks more or less supportive of one another? Are other races and cultures actually more helpful when it comes to business, or is BLACK ENVY an unfair perception we incorrectly believe about one another? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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This week's CONVERSATION W/ SMART PEOPLE series features International Career Strategist and travel aficionado, LATISHA SPRINGER and longtime corporate executive, MICKEY DALTON, now turner record label owner. In the 1st hour (10am-11am) we ask SPRINGER about her decision to leave a high paying job in corporate America to start traveling the world as a new way of life. She also shares an opportunity for listeners to join her "GIRLS TRIP TO MORROCO" this upcoming fall. In 2nd hour (11am-12pm) DALTON, a highly successful corporate sales executive drops to discuss his decision to venture out into business for himself to include starting his label SQUARE BUSINESS ENTERTAINMENT. The initial offering from the label have a classic R&B feel to them with REAL LOVE SONGS let’s find out why? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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In American society and around the world traditionally men have been expected to be the BREADWINNER, if not the SOLE PROVIDER, for their families. As the WOMEN'S RIGHTS movement grew legs in the 1950's more American women entered the workforce and the traditional role of the man as the provider has been challenged ever since. Some suggest this issue of being the sole provider has have never applied within the BLACK COMMUNITY since the Black woman has been working alongside the Black man since enslavement. Others argue the cycle of SINGLE PARENTS homes has produce a generation of AFRICAN-AMERICAN men who no longer look to be PROVIDERS within the family unit. Special guests COACH DEMECOS & YIEH SASAEKPO drop by to give their very different perspectives on the role of a man as a provider. What if the woman makes more? Can the man's ego handle it? Will she truly respect him? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America's afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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