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This takes a look at how racism is perceived in the United States.  Noticed that I said "perceived."  Some people don't think that there is much racism these days while others can find racism in almost anything.  There is a ton of inconsistency so to try and shed some light on the subject, I'll present some topics to my Show Legends.  I'll give them a chance to enlighten the listeners on what they think is racist. We'll discuss some of the following race-related topics: Studies show that black people get killed 60%more than whites when crossing the street. A white-only rule at a company in Tennessee. What is "cultural appropriation"? These things and more on the Talk 2 Q Radio Show! "No experts.  Just opinions." www.Talk2Q.com Show No. 360 Scheduled for 60-70 mins.

I get a ton of news items in my RSS feed every day.  Most of it probably should not be considered as "news," but I'm not sure what else to call it without having to censor myself.  On tonight's show, we'll go through some headlines that caught my eye over the past few weeks.  Most of them will probably involve disputes of some sort involving money.  After all, that's what makes the world go 'round, right?  SMH. Waffle House waitress was denied a $1,000 tip from her employer Hair stylist cuts braids out of child's hair due to mom's non-payment Should a school superintendent's child attend the school system in which the superintendent presides? These things and more on the Talk 2 Q Radio Show! "No experts. Just opinions." www.Talk2Q.com Show No. 359 Scheduled for 60-75 mins.

The King has left the building... Or has he?  Lebron James has decided to opt out of the final year of his contract with the Miami Heat.  But, why?  People are already speculating and having flashbacks to "The Decision."  The memes are already taking off on IG, Twitter, and FB showing Lebron getting out of town or "these pros ain't loyal." Well, opting out of a contract doesn't automatically mean that you're leaving.  It can mean quite a few things and we'll speculate on them tonight: Was this done to resign for less money so that Miami can afford to bring in other players (maybe Melo or Love)? Was this done to get another maximum allowed contract to pad his bank account? Was it to get leverage over the team to facilitate which players he wants them to pursue at the threat of leaving? Is he actually just skipping town to go back to Cleveland or maybe to NY or LA? These things and more as Zone Coverage returns to the Talk 2 Q Radio Show! "No experts.  Just opinions." www.Talk2Q.com Show No. 358 Scheduled for 90-120 mins

The summer will heat up as the new series continues!  Men vs. Women will feature controversial topics that present themselves as a divide between the genders!  All of the things men and women debate will be up for discussion and you can be a part of it! We will discuss topics like the following: Why are some women usually late and unapologetic? What should the opposite sex do more of? Why do men have to have everything perfect before considering marriage? These things and more as Men vs. Women Week concludes on the Talk 2 Q Radio Show! "No experts. Just opinions." Show No. 357 www.Talk2Q.com Scheduled for 90 mins.

The summer will heat up as the first of a new series begins!  Men vs. Women will feature controversial topics that present themselves as a divide between the genders!  All of the things men and women debate will be up for discussion and you can be a part of it! We will discuss topics like the following: What causes each gender to cheat? Do ex-spouses deserve huge payouts for child support and/or alimony? Does size (of the engagement ring) matter? (from Tequila Talk Tuesday) These things and more as Men vs. Women Week starts on the Talk 2 Q Radio Show! "No experts. Just opinions." Show No.356 www.Talk2Q.com Scheduled for 90 mins.

The Show Legends and I start to feel it as football season approaches with the quickness!  Only 79 days from kickoff of the 2014-2015 regular season and we're getting hyped!  Look for discussions on the NFL, NBA, trivia and more! Zone Coverage on the Talk 2 Q Radio Show! "No experts. Just opinions." www.Talk2Q.com Show No. 355

Of course my answer is "absolutely."  I can't imagine being the man that I am without my father helping to mold me.  However, there are a lot of women who have done everything on their own.  A lot of them have raised some really productive children, but a majority haven't been as lucky. With so many women claiming "independence" and "I don't need a man" where do fathers fit in?  With so many fathers living life as sperm donors, due to their lack of motivation, do they deserve to fit in? No doubt this will be a controversial show.  Especially since discussing why fathers deserve some birth rights tends to rub some women the wrong way.  That will be a topic as well on the Talk 2 Q Radio Show! "No experts.  Just opinions." www.Talk2Q.com Scheduled for 60-75 mins. Show No. 354

The Show Legends and I will break down the NBA Finals.  Did anyone expect it to go like this?  At the beginning of the year, most of us expected Miami to be the last team standing.  However, there's something to be said about "team basketball."  It may be a thing of the past, but when a team executes it to perfection, then no One-Man Show can stand against it.  Ask Jordan prior to the 90's.  Ask Dominique about his career.  No one man can take on a team. We'll chop it up to wrap up the NBA season as well as countdown our favorite NFL jersey numbers from 87 down to 82.  It's 82 days until Week One kicks off and the fellas and I are starting to get really excited about it! It's Zone Coverage on the Talk 2 Q Radio Show! "No experts.  Just opinions." www.Talk2Q.com Show No. 353

My boxing afficiados, The Young Brothers, Kevin and Brian, return to the Talk 2 Q Radio Show to discuss their weekend at the Boxing Hall of Fame.  The Hall of Fame occured last weekend in Canastota, NY with popular inductees like Oscar de la Hoya, Joe Calzaghe, and Felix Trinidad to name a few.  The brothers will fill us in on who they met and tell a few stories. Also on the show, we'll discuss why so many pitchers in the MLB are having Tommy John surgery, The Belmont Stakes, NFL news and the NBA Finals as T2Q goes Zone Coverage! "No experts.  Just opinions." www.Talk2Q.com

I am joined tonight by the author of "Tears of Hope," Aimmee Kodachian!  She reflects on her story of how a young Middle Eastern girl withstood 12 years of the Lebanese Civil War.   Forced out of school in the 4th grade she was persuaded into marriage at the young age of 14.  A year later she would become a mother and ultimately single with no education, skills, money, or home. After three close calls with death, she made her way to the United States in 1988 to start a new life for her and her daughter.  She has now transformed herself from a 4th grader who battled dyslexia to an entrepreneur and motivational speaker! I'll discuss her life in the Middle East and more on the Talk 2 Q Radio Show! "No experts.  Just opinions." www.EmpoweringSoulsINT.com www.Talk2Q.com Interview scheduled for 20-30 mins Show scheduled for 60 mins

The question is easy to ask, but probably pretty difficult to answer for some.  There are a lot of reasons why some kids go missing.  But how much credit should go to the kidnapper and how much blame should go to the guardian?  A parent/guardian should have one sole responsibility and that's to protect children at all costs.  Where is the ball being dropped? On this show, we'll discuss what can be done to offer children more protection from predators including those looking to abduct for sex slavery. These things and more on the Talk 2 Q Radio Show! "No experts.  Just opinions." www.Talk2Q.com Scheduled for 60 mins.

The title sounds worse than the actual question, but hear me out a bit.  In 2014, being gay is still hard for some to accept, but a lot of people are rolling with the idea.  You see that each month with litigation being passed in favor of LGBT rights.  However, there are some people who are curious about their mate's sexual orientation because of certain insecurities. As a heterosexual man, when I say that I'm going to hang with the fellas, it means something completely to my lady than if I were a man who had a preference either the same or both sexes.  Because of that, is it wrong for her to ask me about my dating habits and what I like?  If so, when is she to ask?  First date?  Before intimacy? We'll discuss that and more on what will probably be a controversial Talk 2 Q Radio Show! "No experts.  Just opinions." www.Talk2Q.com Scheduled for 60 mins. Show No. 349

Wait a minute.  "Hood Disease"?  The CDC (Center for Disease Control) actually made that term official?  What is "hood disease" you ask?  It's something that the CDC estimates that 30% of U.S. youths suffer from a form of post traumatic stress disorder that occurs from frequent trauma.  Gun violence experienced in certain neighborhoods is equivalent to gunfire in war.  It is said to be the cause of a lot of innter city youth not learning.   Do you agree that living in certain bad neighborhoods is equivalent to Fallujah during war time?  Does the priority to survive, stress in not having money, and struggle to eat healthy cause PTSD? Owner of her own counseling and consulting service, Brandy J. Flynn, returns to T2Q to give her expert opinion on the validity of the diagnosis as well as discuss other mental health topics.  All of these things and more on the Talk 2 Q Radio Show! "No experts.  Just opinions."  www.Talk2Q.com Show No. 348 Scheduled for 60 mins.

It's summertime for the kids again!  After a long school year, kids get the opportunity to unwind and not worry about homework and projects.  But a developing mind always need stimulation, right?  Tonight, we'll discuss exactly what the responsibility is for parents when it comes to their kids' summer.  Do you make them read books?  Do you control their TV viewing to focus on educational shows anow and then?  Or do you let them roam free all summer as a reward for getting through the school year? Also on tonight's show: High school teacher fired for breaking up a fight with a broom. Should there be a dress code for parents who visit school properties? These things and more to the Talk 2 Q Radio Show! "No experts.  Just opinions." www.Talk2Q.com Show No. 347  

Welcome back Jenni Ruiza and Jesenia to the Talk 2 Q Radio Show!  These ladies have accomplished so much since their last appearance in 2013.  But the main thing I want to discuss with them this evening is centered around minorities on television.  Specifically, Latinas. Saturday Night Live (SNL) has been a bit slow in hiring Latinas on their long-running show.  Public outrage appeared to influence the hiring of black actress, Sasheer Zamata.  Will it take that to get some latino flavor in the mix? All of this and more on the Talk 2 Q Radio Show! "No experts.  Just opinions." www.Talk2Q.com www.TheComedyGirls.com Show No. 346 Scheduled for 30 mins.