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David Jay is joined by author, Fox News contributor and conservative activist Kevin Jackson and progressive political operative Dakota as they perform an autopsy on the chaos in Baltimore. Dakota and Kevin get into a heated debate on the Muhammad drawing contest that has been in the news.

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Super Sistah Stephanie Small joins Nadia for girl talk about dating and relationships that benefits both women and men. Stephanie offers advice on what it takes to become a better woman and to rid yourself of baggage that may be preventing you from being in a successful relationship. Men looking to better understand women should take notes. David Jay and Nadia discuss career changes and issue a challenge to those of you who want more from your career and are ready to do something about it.

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Police brutality, protest, riots and chaos ensue in Baltimore, Maryland. David Jay and Nadia look into how things spiraled out of control in Baltimore and talk about the various side stories surrounding the Freddie Gray incident and also give information on how you can take action. Floyd Mayweather dominated Pac Man over the weekend, but he has been fighting another battle with Twitter followers as they hound him over his history with domestic violence.

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Millennials today just aren’t as interested in marriage as previous generations, and while marriage isn’t for everyone, it does have its benefits. David Jay and Nadia discuss research that shows that you’ll experience less of a dip in happiness during your midlife years if you’re married and debate how much you should tolerate before ending a marriage. Perhaps you’re not sold on marriage, but you should hear what it takes to attract suitors on online dating sites. Find out how money, education, and looks impact your online dating potential.

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David Jay and Nadia talk with poet, author, playwright, and screenwriter Twana Lawler. She talks about the defining points in her life and shares a heartfelt story that touches on sensitive issues about relationships, family drama, and a quest for deliverance. Her story will shock most listeners because of the harshness of the reality plaguing the core of the family in the black community.

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David Jay and Nadia are back to basics this week talking about life matters, including regrets you have in your 20s and 30s, how social media can make you envy those you're connected to online, and why you shouldn't end your job search when you find a new job. They also answer a great question posed by a twentysomething to those in their thirties: do you actually know what you’re doing or do you make it up as you go?

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Harris Glasser joins David Jay and Nadia to discuss what should be the financial priorities of millennials and what is the best investment vehicle out there these days. David Jay and Harris also answer the question is college really worth it? That and much more on episode 21 of This Weird Thing Called Life.

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Get ready for some bold dating and relationship advice, because this week’s guest, relationship expert Steve Williams, brings it. Hear what Steve has to say about staying away from online dating, the difference between a “man” and a “male,” what it takes to be wife material, why a first date shouldn’t cost more than $2, whether there’s a best place to meet single men and women, and much more. David Jay and Nadia discuss why men are attracted to crazy women, and Nadia learns that twerking is hard work.

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Linda Leon is today's guest on This Weird Thing Called Life. Linda talks about what it takes to get your book published and promoted and gives tips on what it takes to be an entrepreneur in today's economy. David Jay and Nadia discuss their favorite shows (i.e., Shark Tank, Empire) and try to figure out why millennials are the most educated of any generation yet have one of the highest unemployment rates of any generation!

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Life coach and author Linda Williams, MSW, joins David Jay and Nadia to tell an inspirational story of how to overcome challenges and get unstuck in life. Linda has risen above abusive relationships, a nervous breakdown, and homelessness and gone on to excel in life, and you can do the same! This episode will prompt you to ask yourself some tough questions, encourage you to make changes in your life, and help you connect to your purpose in life.

Learn more about Linda and her book, Whose Apple Is It, Anyway!, at www.whoseapple.org.

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