Special guest JAMES JACKSON from Global Financial joins the show to discuss recent U.S. MEDIAN HOUSEHOLD INCOME statistics by ETHNICITY, focusing on why AFRICAN AMERICANS rank the lowest. Host BLACK SOCRATES will explain how these statistics are often misused to reinforce financial stereotypes within the BLACK COMMUNITY. The discussion will explore whether certain ethnic groups are provided systemic advantages over others and what specific actions AFRICAN AMERICANS can take to close the INCOME GAP. MENTAL DIALOGUE is asking the question America is afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK

We invite special guest relationship coaches, FILA MCMILLAN-ANTWINE and VAUN The Love Alchemist, to discuss whether our society over-romanticizes marriage today. Some people suggest that big weddings and expensive rings indicate misplaced priorities in the marriage. What foundational elements should couples establish before marriage, regardless of whether they opt for a fairy tale wedding? Is the concept of love overstated or misunderstood in marriage today? What about roles in the marriage? As relationship coaches, have they successfully helped any couples reprioritize their romanticized views to marry or stay married? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America is afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK

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

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

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

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

SHAQ and COUNTRY WAYNE suggest men should never open up to women. Special guest co-host and radio host of Afternoon TeaMARIA 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

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

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

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