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Two connotations of audacity come to mind: courage and disrespect.

On October 17, 2006, President Barack Obama's highly-anticipated book "The Audacity of Hope: Thoughts on Reclaiming the American Dream," evoking the notion of audacity in its brave sense, was published.

The 2024 episode "The Audacity of People," published by The Tangent Talk, delves into three (3) headline topics—examining whether the individuals in focus exhibit impudence or true bravery:

According to Dr. Robert Glover, an authority on the subject of the Nice Guy Syndrome, a "Nice Guy" is a man who harbors a belief that he isn't acceptable in his natural state. He's firmly convinced that he must mold himself into what he perceives as others' expectations in order to gain affection, love, and have his needs fulfilled.

In this episode, we're giving Illdris Hellbruh the spotlight as he delves into the pivotal concepts from Dr. Glover's renowned book, "No More Mr. Nice Guy," drawing parallels to his own life and sharing his personal insights.

In the second episode of "My Confessions," we delve deep into the fascinating realms of female intuition and the intricacies of female jealousy.

First, we explore the concept of female intuition, a mysterious and often misunderstood phenomenon that seems to give women an uncanny ability to read between the lines and perceive things that may elude others. Next, we navigate the complex landscape of female jealousy. From friendships to romantic relationships, jealousy can rear its head in various forms, sometimes affecting our behavior and decision-making.

It's a conversation that will leave you with a better understanding of yourself and the women around you. Don't miss "My Confessions: Female Intuition & Female Jealousy."

Why are boundaries important? "Set Boundaries, Find Peace: A Guide to Reclaiming Yourself" is a book by Nedra Glover Tawwab, a licensed therapist and sought-after relationship expert.

In her book, Tawwab provides a comprehensive guide to setting and enforcing boundaries to create a peaceful life.

In today's episode Luna Ma enters the Tangent Talk studio solo to share some of her confessions around boundaries. She also discusses key themes from the book "Set Boundaries, Find Peace" and the author's "Boundaries Quiz."

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Carlee Russell (dubbed "Carlee Smollett") is an Alabama woman who disappeared for 2 days in the summer of 2023. Russell's case is an example of the maxim: “The boy who cried wolf.”

The moral of “the boy who cried wolf” story is that when you signal false alarms, no one will come to your aid when you are in real danger. Further, liars (and those impacted) will suffer the consequences of their dishonesty.

In this episode, the Tangent Talk crew explores why hoaxes—like the one Carlee Russell committed July 2023 and the one committed by American actor Jussie Smollett in January 2023—are particularly

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We're back, folks, and we are coming in hot like the summer!

In this sizzling episode, we discuss the now infamous Keke Palmer & Usher storyline. What started out as the R&B legend’s successful Vegas residency has become the centerpiece of conversations about love, respect, loyalty, & insecurity. "You Don’t Have to Call"...but, we do encourage you to listen to our first episode of Season 10. Join us as we weigh in!

In an article published today (August 7, 2023), ⁠⁠Usher reacts to Darius

In this episode, we discuss the controversy surrounding the suspension of Boston Celtics' head coach Ime Udoka for having an "inappropriate relationship" with a fellow team employee. Udoka has also been engaged to actress Nia Long for 10 years, with whom he has one child. The employee with whom he had the alleged affair is a married woman.

Many netizens believe Miss Long thinks she is immune to being cheated on because of her good looks, but why would people think that? What has the actress said or done to suggest that this is how she feels about this situation? Who's to blame for the affair? Join us as we weigh in.

In this episode, we discuss modern terminologies heard often in the dating world today: "Simp" and "Pick-Me." Not only do we break down the general meaning of these terms, but what the panelists understand these terms to believe from our own perspectives. Do these terms carry any merit or are they just another way for men and women to tear each other down? Join us as we weigh in, along with our guest panelists.

It has become known as The Slap Heard 'Round the World. You know what we're talking about—the infamous Oscars Night slap over an unscripted joke Chris Rock made about actor Will Smith's wife, Jada Pinkett-Smith, and her shaved head.

The opinions of the public on this issue have been divided. On one side, people say Will Smith had every right to protect his wife, while on the other, people say he committed assault and should have been charged. On one side people say Chris Rock should sue Will Smith, while on the other, people say he deserved what he got.

But how much is too much? Or when is it not enough? Was Will Smith truly standing up for his wife or all women? Did Chris Rock take his joke too far?  These are some of the questions we examine on this episode of The Tangent Talk.

During a Variety interview, when asked her advice for women in business, Kim Kardashian uttered these famous last words: "I have the best advice for women in business. Get your fu%*ing ass up and work. It seems like nobody wants to work these days.”

As a woman raised with immense privilege who shot to fame in a way that many consider not hard work at all, this remark garnered a huge backlash from the public. It also brought to light claims from former employees who state that the Kardashian family would not pay them for their labor. During a time in which American productivity is the highest it's ever been, while wages have not kept up with inflation, does Kim Kardashian have a point? Do people really not want to work these days? Given her background, is it her place to speak on who works hard and who doesn't?

The Tangent Talk panel weighs in.