Urban Tools For Change By Dr. Lisa LaCon

CORRECTION: 2013 Beyonce sang in the Superbowl with "Love on Top" as the first song. "Halo" was her last song. Let's dive into contentious debates surrounding Black History Month and the Grammys. Uncover controversial narratives, from representation issues to cultural appropriation. Join us as we dissect the complexities, challenging conventional perspectives and sparking thought-provoking dialogu...

A review of the Urban Suite topics and special broadcasts this month including updates. Including Plagiarism, The Brick Lady Lies, Death of Dr. Candia Bailey, and The Walmart Mother Incident. The year had just started!    

A significant narrative is unfolding as a woman gets dismissed from Wal-Mart for sharing a post about a child potentially in jeopardy. Was Wal-Mart justified in terminating the employee, or was it an inappropriate decision? #wal -mart #EWOC #CPS #termination #urbantoolsforchange #drlisalacon

Explore love's twists and turns in this episode. Sean and Lisa LaCon share advice, stories, and laughter to navigate the complexities of modern connections, this week in the #urbansuite . #relationshipgoals #relationships #whatareyourgoalsinarelationship #drlisalacon #urbansuite #urbantoolsforchange  

Police reports have surfaced outlining how a woman who went viral because of an alleged attack is now being charged for scamming people out of 40K from a #GoFundMe account. #gofundmehelp #scammers #gofundmehelp #spelmancollege #spelmandonation

In the #urbansuite last week, we explored the concept of plagiarism and pinpointed five motives behind individuals resorting to plagiarism. This week, our focus shifts to strategies for steering clear of plagiarism, ensuring you can rest easy at night. #copycat #drlisalacon #urbansuite #urbantoolsforchange #plagiarizing #peaceofmind

In a heartfelt reflection, we discuss the tragic loss of Dr. Antoinette Candia Bailey to suicide, exploring its impact and fostering a compassionate conversation around mental health. #drlisalacon #suicidalideation #urbantoolsforchange#mentalhealthmatters    

Explore, in the #urbansuite , the psychology and motives fueling plagiarism in "Copycat Chronicles," delving into the intricate mindset driving unethical appropriation of ideas. #copycat #plagiarism #plagiarizing #lying #stealing

Laugh along with us as we dive into the Sneak Peeks of 2023! From the hilarious "Doberman Love" to the bizarre "Someone Stole My Car", get ready for a dose of humor, with these 3 minute shorts, as we count down the end of this year in the #urbansuite with me, #drlisalacon . By the way, what is your favorite Sneak Peek? Remember, laughter is good medicine for the soul.

Decoding Romance: How Men Choose a Wife explores the intricate process of how men choose a life partner, unraveling the emotional and societal factors shaping the path to lifelong commitment with special guest host Sean LaCon. You don't want to miss this topic in the #urbansuite . #urbantoolsforchange #husbandandwife #partnersforlife #drlisalacon #urbantools

#sad #drlisalacon #urbansuite Sunshine in the Shadows explores the challenges of Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), offering insights and coping strategies for navigating the emotional complexities of winter months. Illuminate your path to wellness and recovery with me,  #drlisalacon in the #urbansuite . #seasoanlaffectivedisorder #sad #urbantoolsforchange

Did you know there are three main ingredients in expressing "gratitude". Find out what they are and if you have all three in the Urban Suite with me, #drlisalacon . #gratitude #urbansuite #urbantoolsforchange #joy #grateful

In Part I, we discussed how to acquire peace. In Part II of our "Peace" series, we're discussing how to maintain your peace. Let's be honest. There is a distinct difference between getting something versus keeping it. Including your peace. So, what healthy tools do you use to maintain your peace? If you don't have any, but would like to know, meet me in the  #UrbanSuite to find out. #drlisalacon #...

"How to Acquire Peace" is part 1 of a transformative series guiding viewers through practical steps and profound insights, fostering inner calm and harmony in everyday life. Part II is "How to Maintain Your Peace". Both shows will assist you in identifying toxic traits used to disturb your peace, while at the same time, providing you with practical tools used to take authority of a peaceful mind....

Promoting mental wellness on college campuses involves supporting students' emotional, psychological, and social well-being for academic and personal success. Let's talk about, in the Urban Suite with me, Dr. Lisa LaCon what the Boris L. Henson Foundation, founded by Taraji P. Henson; Kate Spade New York, and Hampton University are doing to assist its female student body with becoming and maintain...

Is AI changing the way in which we relate to others sexually? Basically, will our sexual proclivities change because of advances in technology? In an article written in the Daily Mail, two questions were posed: 1) Could AI be used to treat pedophiles? and 2) Can robots teach you how to have sex? Let's dive into this topic with special guest, Sean LaCon, as we discuss the latest AI tools developed...

Enter into The Urban Suite with me as we learn how Dr. Jennifer Payne Parrish maneuvered the issues of race and womanhood in the field of science in her memoir Seeking Science. #seekingscience #drlisalacon #urbantoolsforchange #urbansuite #jenniferpayneparrish

In today's society, open marriage seems to be ideal. However, there are common pitfalls that can occur as a result of being "entangled" in one. Find out the pitfalls and perils associated with having an open marriage, tonight in the Urban Suite, with me Dr. Lisa LaCon and special guest, Sean LaCon.           

Today, in The Urban Suite, with me, Dr. Lisa LaCon and special guest, Sean LaCon, we're exploring the complex dance of love and lust, navigating emotions, and decoding desire in the modern world. We dive into the Atlanta playboy Lance Herndon's murder to unveil the manifestations and consequences of love and lust. #drlisalacon #urbantoolsforchange #lanceherdon #loveandlust

#blackgirlmajic #nickiminaj #kennethpetty I wholeheartedly do not believe in the term "Black Girl Magic". I know a lot of Black women may be upset with me, but when I break down the attributes surrounding this term, you may begin to understand the damaging factors of saying "Black Girl Magic". In addition, we're discussing the latest sentencing of Nicki Minaj's husband, Kenneth "Zoo" Petty, who's...

Dr. Joyce Bryant was the Black first female in NJ to own a dental school and has been providing certifications in lucrative fields in dental technology. We'll discuss how she came into this field, and how her training prepares individuals for the workforce.  

What say you about this incident? Tonight in The Urban Suite, we are discussing allegations of the "Brick Lady". There are so many things to unpack from this situation. From collecting 40K to stirring the pot bashing the Black man, is this the new playbook in town for women? How does past mental health trauma affect our vulnerabilities of being scammed? #bricklady #gofundmehelp #brickladyhoax #bri...

Carlethia "Carlee" Nichole Russell was last seen on July 13, 2023. Then, she was found. But the story behind her missing saga unraveled just as fast as she stated a man with orange hair hoisted her over his shoulder to carry her away...to in turn feed her Cheezit and granola bars. What could possibly be the mindset of someone who invents a story of criminal activity? Find out in the Urban Suite wi...

Some of you may not want to hear this. In fact, you may become offended. But, I'm going give you the entire picture of the Essence Festival of Culture. Yes, I had a ball. But you know I always have to look through a sociological lens. And what I saw...OMG. I saw the good, the bad and the ugly! Meet me in the Urban Suite, as I give a full breakdown of what I experienced at the Essence Festival of C...

In Today's episode of the Urban Suite, we are discussing "Youth Fragility" with licensed therapist, Dr. Richard Mason. What exactly is "youth fragility"? And, what tools can be used to help build hope and resilience among our youth who are unaliving themselves in disproportionate numbers, as their suicide rates increase. Let's find out in the Urban Suite with me, Dr. Lisa LaCon, what is happening...