The "Come and Talk to Me" Podcast

This week I talk to my friend Sheldon. He shares some comical yet, serious stories about growing up as a young Jamaican adolescent in America. He expresses how the Black Plight is different for our brothers and sisters from the West Indies. We also discuss raising daughters, love, relationships and of course, music. I had him stumped with the question: Hip Hop or Reggae?

My friend Michelle joins me for today's episode. We have a conversation about her participation in a few peaceful protests for Social Justice. We also discuss the idea that we all have different "roles" in the fight for Social Justice as well as the importance of pulling yourself out of a dark space mentally and dating over 40. 

Listen in on our timely conversation as it was intentionally scheduled to air during MLK Weekend as a nod to Dr. Martin Luther King's lifelong commitment to social, civil and human rights. It is also timely as this episode airs on the heels of one of the worst examples of a "protest" in our country's history. We recorded this discussion 4 days before the insurrection at the Capitol Building in Washington D.C.. 

It is the Second Saturday of the month! That means it's time to "unpack" some lyrics from an R and B classic! My friend Carol and I take a deeper look at "911" by Wyclef Jean featuring Mary J. Blige. It was written by  M. Brown, Wyclef Jean, K. Cadet and Jerry Duplessis. The song was released on June 27, 2000 on the album "The Elclectic: 2 Sides II A Book".  During our conversation, we come to the conclusion that the song may possibly have even more "hidden" meanings than we thought!

Warning: MATURE ADULT CONTENT This episode is part two of my conversation with Da I.ZZ from the 30 Minute Podcast. We discuss Polyamorous relationships and other ideas of "Ethical" Non-Monogamy.  The meme that drives this conversation is: "What screws us up most in life is the picture we have in our heads of how it's SUPPOSED to be". 

This episode is part one of my conversation with fellow podcaster Da I.ZZ from The 30 Minute Podcast. We have a great conversation about the "other" great migration from the North to ATL. We also discuss supporting Black owned businesses. He even drops some names of a few little known business that we may need to add to our list. 

After the conversation that I had with a male listener in episode 6 about the young lady who was referred to as "average at best", I knew I had to follow up with an episode featuring the female perspective. It only made sense that I would sit down with two of my "Girls".  My cousin Ashley and my sister Bri join me for this conversation. In discussing the controversial video, we touch on such topics as the importance of authentic self confidence in women, how a person's delivery can prevent you from hearing the message and how men often pursue women who are out of their league TOO. Listen in on our conversation as we share insights, experiences and even some laughter!

Fellow Podcaster Deandre is my guest this week. This episode airs on the official 1 Year Anniversary of his show, 1130 Podcast, which  is a unique, entertaining platform for Black Men who dig Pro Wrestling!!! In his own words... "What a difference a year makes!" In this episode, we go from discussing Jeezy vs Gucci to an interesting quote from old school wrestler "Rowdy Roddy Piper", that actually applies to life. 

In this episode, I sit down with one of the few people I know that dissects and analyzes song lyrics as much as I do, my cousin Joy Johnson. She works closely on the advancement of our local inner city neighborhoods and has been promoted as a leader who represents "for the culture" in more than one way. But on this day, she plays the role of a co-host and lyrical analyst! We take a deep dive into the meaning, symbolism and emotion behind the lyrics of one of our favorites, "Ex-Factor" written, produced and preformed by Lauryn Hill. Released December 8, 1998. 

My friend Kyle and I discuss the video clip that has gone viral this week of a You Tube show host gives some harsh advice to a woman who starts out saying "I want a man that makes 6 figures". We also touch on other topics such as "the expectations of traditional dating" and the fact that "men pursue women out of their league too"!

Who thought it would be a good idea to sit down with their Ex- Husband and have a discussion while everyone eavesdrops... THIS GIRL. LOL! This week I am joined by my Ex-Husband/Friend Rolando. We talk about:

1. How Black men can literally "I'm Good" their way into depression 

2. When we started giving Hip Hop the *side eye* 

3. Who is REALLY responsible for educating Black Youth about Black History. 

Sorry folks, no drama here. This episode is not about "us", but it is about "US" (Black People over 40).