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In this powerful episode of Page2Pulse, Allyson Collins connects Gary, Indiana’s devastating storm and extended power outage to the inspiring story of The Pursuit of Happyness. We explore resilience, survival, community, and the importance of telling our own stories. When the lights went out, Gary’s people showed up for one another—and their stories deserve to be remembered. From Chris Gardner’s pursuit of a better life to Gary’s journey through recovery, this episode asks: Who tells our story when the storm is over?

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9/11:  Honoring Our Heroes  

On this special solo episode of Page2Pulse, Allyson Collins reflects on September 11, 2001, the heroes who sacrificed their lives, and the military families whose lives changed forever. Allyson shares her personal connection to 9/11, including her brother being called to serve, and remembers Marine Sgt. Jeannette Winters, a Calumet High School graduate from Gary, Indiana, who gave her life in service to our country.

We remember. We honor. We will never forget.  
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What happens when a movie from 1988 still speaks to the realities we face in 2026?

In Season 2, Allyson Collins sits down with Gerald Cross a teacher and career coach, for a thought-provoking conversation about Spike Lee’s School Daze and the issues that continue to shape students, educators, workplaces, and communities today.

Together, Allyson and Gerald go beyond the movie’s college-campus setting to explore education, identity, colorism, peer pressure, social status, belonging, activism, career choices, mentorship, and the pressure to fit in.

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Episode 25 is a celebration! Join host Allyson Collins as she reflects on the memorable conversations from Season One, shares lessons learned, thanks listeners for their support, and offers a preview of exciting topics and guests coming in Season Two. Plus, listeners are invited to share the episodes that resonated most and suggest topics they’d love to hear in the future.

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In this episode of Page2Pulse, Allyson Collins explores the new Michael Jackson biopic and the complex story behind the King of Pop. From growing up in Gary, Indiana, and the pressures of childhood fame to family dynamics, abuse, generational trauma, and the lasting legacy of the Jackson family, this episode examines the humanity behind one of music’s greatest icons.

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This week on Page2Pulse, we explore the intersection of the “soft life” movement and modern dating for Black women. From emotional burnout and hyper-independence to vulnerability, boundaries, femininity, healing, and healthy relationships, this episode dives deep into what it means to pursue peace while pursuing love.

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In this Page2Pulse special  Memorial’s Day tribute episode, we reflect on the emotional impact of war through A Soldier’s Story and  Full Metal Jacket. Honoring veterans, the 13 service members lost in Afghanistan, and the legacy of sacrifice carried by military families, this episode explores brotherhood, trauma, courage, and remembrance through the power of film.

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This week on Page2Pulse, we revisit the Black film classic The Best Man and unpack the deeper themes of friendship, betrayal, masculinity, ambition, love, and emotional accountability. From Harper’s career choices to Lance’s emotional pain and Jordan’s self-awareness, this solo episode explores why this film still resonates decades later.

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In this episode of Page2Pulse, host Allyson Collins explores the iconic film Mahogany starring Diana Ross and Billy Dee Williams. This conversation dives into ambition, reinvention, love, and the emotional price of chasing success while trying to stay true to yourself.

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This week on Page2Pulse, Allyson Collins explores the powerful themes behind  Soul Food— generational trauma, family loyalty, grief, betrayal, and healing within Black families. Through the lens of Big Mama’s Sunday dinners, this episode dives into sibling conflict, emotional wounds, caregiving, and the traditions that hold families together while asking: can broken relationships truly heal?

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• 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
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• NAMI — National Alliance on Mental Illness
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• Therapy for Black Girls
• Black Mental Health Allia

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