Speak Truth 2 Life

Welcome back to Speak Truth 2 Life Podcast. Today's show is discussing the recent overturn of federal masks mandates. Let's talk about personal choices and respect to each other. This is a passionate topic for many. 

2 parents are co-parenting children between the ages of 15-18. The divorced parents have different parenting styles and the children live with their father for most of the time. The mother installed tracking devices on the phones of the children and the father had them taken off. Is the mother right in her concern and is invasion of privacy good if you have a great reason for wanting to track your...

Recently, a bumble user had his dating profile reviewed by a dating consultant who suggested he remove his sexy picture. She believed that the picture was overreaching and that it did not include the positive things he advised that he wanted to get from a  potential partner. In this episode we discuss dating profiles, how to present your best self. 

One of Amazon's warehouses successfully gets unionized. This is a powerful moment in the labor union for retail workers and an example of what can happen when people come together. We will also discuss a hilarious moment about cooking chicken, yes, chicken! Actress Paula Patton reminds us that we all have the right to cook it any way we like. 

In life we all make mistakes and as I think of the Oscars incident, I can't help but think that we all have made mistakes. What is sticking out in my mind is the impact of childhood trauma and the fact that we've all overdosed on this story. Why is this story so interesting and compelling to the general public. One thing, I am focused on is healing, how to use this as a teaching moment and the imp...

There has been backlash against Will Smith's wife and her influence on this incident. I hold an unpopular opinion and share it here. Do you think it's fair to blame her for the actions that Will Smith took? 

In a recent article Chris Rock shared his childhood trauma and dealing with being 'walked on' As recent as 2 months ago, he did a podcast discussing his history and experiences with bullying and avoiding conflict. A lot of people have joked saying he didn't react quick when he was slapped by Will Smith. Howwever, both of these men have levels of mental health issues and to be fair, no hands are cl...

In life we often can go through lessons in private and lessons in public domain. On Sunday, a painful incident occurred at the Oscar's award show between Chris Rock and Will Smith. In this episode I am discussing my commentaries and observations about life through the lens of trauma, mistakes and recovery. Come join me! 

Are TV viewers bored with traditional TV shows. Recently ended shows - Nick Cannon, Ellen, The Real, Maury & More are ending soon. Is this a pattern of TV viewers bored or is this the pattern of streaming platforms offering other content that is more interesting. Let's talk about it. 

Black News Channel, offered streaming content from a black perspective. Launched in 2020, this digital platform hit the airwaves showing a diverse cast of news staff, weather people, journalists and some fresh faces with seasoned media professionals. On Friday, March 25 via email, the owner informed staff that the channel was being dismantled and informed 230 staff they would not receive severance...

After a Texas-style abortion law was enacted to prevent anyone connected with helping a person to obtain an abortion. That law has encouraged states that want to prevent anyone getting an abortion or out of state abortions occurring in their states to take place. Unprecedented times we are living in. Let's talk about it. 

A TikTok influencer meets a man on Tinder and they match. The same day, they decide to meet up at a public spot for dinner or more? When she arrives she is not attracted to the man and decides to leave. What's the proper way to handle awkward situations when dating people online? Let's talk about it. 

During Spring Break many college students are high on life and high on drugs. Drug use is rampant in certain circles, if a student is eager to party and not watching what they are doing or likes to do recreational drugs, they can overdose if given a drug that is cut with the wrong stuff such as cocaine and opoids. A group of college students from New York experience this. Let's talk about this and...

This episode includes my thoughts on the recent passing of Traci Braxton, the conclusion of Jussie Smollett's hate crime case in Chicago, The fallout from the Russia Conflict with Ukraine and more. 

As Russia enters its third week bombarding Ukraine, there are issues at the border especially with minority students stuck in the middle and being told at the border that they cannot leave the county. Let's talk about it. 

If you don't know Ryan Coogler, you may have seen one of his movies. He is the director of "Black Panther" and also "Fruitvale Station." On a regular trip to his local bank, he attempted to withdraw money from his account and the responding staff at the bank did not believe him. Police was called...  Let's talk about mistaken identity, systematic racism, implicit bias & why it all matters...

This is a serious episode if you are under the age of 18, you should not be listening! This episode is for a mature listening audience over AGE 18+. A son and father in Florida conspired to sexually trafficked a 15-year-old girl in Croatia. She flew to Florida and was involved with a 23-year-old man who pretended to be a guitar instructor. Let's talk about the consent laws in both U.S and Croatia...

Russia has attacked the country of Ukraine with innocent causalities. Not only are people suffering, families are being torn and serious decisions to either flee the country or break up family units. Sending healing thoughts to our listeners in Ukraine and surrounding locations. Let's talk about it. 

Covid Mandates are affecting celebrities who act in the entertainment industry as well as all kinds of workers who are mandated to take vaccines. Is this fair? Let's talk about it. 

Last year over $594 Million dollars was given to anonymous individuals in the name of love and romance scamming according to the Federal Trade Commission. Netflix highlighted the realities of dating apps and possible scamming methods as 3 women discussed their experience with a popular dating app as they gave thousands of dollars to allegedly to a high value man they thought they were in love with...

Love bombing is a technique that scammers use and also individuals who are narcissists use to mentally beat down their intended target. Have you ever seen these signs in a previous relationship or discussed with a friend. Let's talk about how damaging and unhealthy this is. 

Welcome back to Speak Truth 2 Life Podcast, where we discuss pop culture, viral videos, and all things in between love and life.  Recently, an interracial couple arguing on campus at Purdue University in Indiana got out of control and a third party called the police. The police arrived but instead of discussing the issue, the student alleged that law enforcement attacked him. The video which...

Okay, we're back and today is the love today. But isn't loving yourself an everyday thing? Yes, we are discussing self-love tips for singles and if you are booed up, you can listen too.  Happy Valentine's to all listening and enjoy the episode!

Bonus feature updates for the week of Feb. 11th. 

During the last few weeks of January 2022, there were multiple people who took their life in their hands and committed suicide. This episode is a serious one in which I believe can help, heal and be thought provoking. The content of the show and intention is to create community and uplift. If this subject hits too close to home, let it sit for a while and listen when you are able to do so. If you...