We look for love from a romantic partner. “I need to find someone to complete me” is a common lament [of] single women, and even from men. Yet no one can complete you but YOU! We look for love from friends and family. “I do so much for everyone in my life yet I feel used and taken for granted.” We chase love in many directions yet rarely feel fulfi…

Dysfunctional families are steeped in shame, and cannot look at their issues. They have poor insight into their own behaviors and problems, and will do anything to appear normal or exceptional, despite the fact that in reality, they are terribly crippled by their fears, addictions, mental disorders, abuse, neglect and insecurities.(http://lightshou…

When children are raised with chronic loss, without the psychological or physical protection they need and certainly deserve, it is most natural for them to internalize incredible fear, [confusion, isolation and negativity]. Not receiving the necessary psychological or physical protection equals abandonment. And, living with repeated abandonment ex…

When children are raised with chronic loss, without the psychological or physical protection they need and certainly deserve, it is most natural for them to internalize incredible fear, [confusion, isolation and negativity]. Not receiving the necessary psychological or physical protection equals abandonment. And, living with repeated abandonment ex…

There have been riots in our society since its formation…economic riots, religious riots, and ethnic riots. But, the history of race riots in this country outnumbers all of those combined. Why? Why does race cause so much turmoil for our society? Furthermore, why does sustainable positive change elude the outcomes of these riots? Often the zeal of …

We will dive into a few of the top stories that had the internet buzzing and streets talking over the past few weeks: Missouri proposing food stamp purchase restrictions…REALLY?A woman called 911 to get police assistance and was shot and killed by them when she answered the door…WTF?Mary Ann Twitty, the Ferguson City Court Clerk says she is a victi…

There are several issues facing African Americans. Just to name a few, there is racism, high unemployment, poor educational systems, judicial injustices, poorly maintained urban neighborhoods and economic inequalities. There are many variables that factor into these issues. But, what is often missing in the conversation is the accountability, respo…

The Department of Justice revealed to the world a fact that any person of color who has driven through Ferguson already knows…driving while black will cost you. The fallout has resulted in a few resignations, changes in nearby jurisdictions, resurgence of protests, revived conversations about race in this country, and the shooting of two police off…

St. Louis is a city filled with talented people! We have music artists, business owners, movie producers, authors…they all started with dreams and turned them into goals. We will talk to them to discuss their journeys, their future plans and get their advise on pursuing dreams, St. Louis Style! Join in the conversation and DON’T BITE YOUR TONGUE!!!…

Intimacy, love and sex are individually defined by life experiences, both good and bad. The manifestation of intimacy, love or sex is an outward expressions of our internal state of being. These three human experiences build upon and connect to one another. A disconnect or lack of understanding in one of these areas can lead to damaging and unfulfi…

Black women are either portrayed as the sex vixen, the bitch, the mouthy one, or the golddigger. What's up with that ? Mo' nique (who is now blackballed in Hollywood) won an Oscar for portraying an abusive pedophile mother, Halle won in a role getting her back blown out by Billy Bob, on reality shows black women are loud & boisterous, Olivia Pope, …

Many women are proud of their strength and ability to be self sufficient. They chant “I am woman hear me roar”...loudly…and ALONE! Why? Is their strength being misinterpreted or are they misinterpreting what it means to be a strong woman? Can a woman be too strong? When does strength become a detriment to the woman who ascribes to having this quali…

Ladies you asked for it and now you got it! Your questions will be answered by the fellas...real, raw, honest answers. The men will share what they think, feel and understand as relates to the questions you have submitted. Ladies you asked: 1. Why do men cheat? 2. Why do men wife a hoe or crazy woman and mistreat a good woman? 3. What do men really…

Transgender men and women of color are part of our collective narrative as a people. They are here and have a story to tell. Their stories are just like the rest of ours…filled with moments of love, hate, triumph, defeat, joy, struggle, peace and doubt. We fear what we don’t understand and we don’t understand by choice. Katrina Goodlett, host of th…

According to an article written by Nia Hamm, depression is a huge health concern among African Americans — particularly women — but mental health is often stigmatized in the Black community. Although it can impact people from all walks of life, cultural habits and historical experiences can cause depression to be expressed and addressed differently…

Alexyss K. Tylor is the author of Spiritual Sexuality Vagina Power, as well as the talk show host for Vagina Power!!! She talks about spiritual sexuality vagina power, penis power, sperm power. So many women are used, abused and really misunderstand the power of sex and the beauty of the vagina. She teaches women that they are sacred temples of div…

Being a police officer is a challenging, dangerous, rewarding and often thankless calling. Officer’s put their lives on the line everyday that they suit up for the job. Although most of them do not walk around consciously wondering “Will I make it home from my shift tonight?”, it is their major objective while on duty. All the split second decision…

The Grand Jury decision is expected to be annouced tonight. Regardless of what is annouced, we need to talk with each other, support each other, pray for one another and heal together. What are you feeling tonight? What can we do to make this a moment that changes the world? How do we move forward? What are our next steps to eradicate systemic raci…

Facebook, Twitter, Google News, Media Take Out, TMZ and a host of others are now our news sources. These sites capture our attention with reports about pop culture and current events...not just political current events but instead Hollywierd news, sensational and outrageous crime stories, dumb acts caught on tape and much more. Well, today we will …

The midterm elections were held on November 4th. Nationally, the Democrats were slaughtered at the polls. Why? We will discuss voter apathy and the implications of a Republican Congress. Locally, we will discuss Stenger's win as St. Louis County Executive. What does his place as the head of St. Louis County's highest office mean for local politics,…

From Essence Magazine: "66% of eligible African-Americans voted in the 2012 presidential elections. That number is projected to decrease by 6.5 million people to just 42% of eligible Blacks in this year's midterms." Why? Is it apathy or do we just not see the purpose of voting if there is not a lot of hoopla around the issues? The mid term election…

The rash of killings of young black males by police officers has catapulted us into the dire need to discuss race relations in our communities. More specifically, the killing of Michael Brown has been the catalyst for several protests across the world...yes...THE WORLD...and is forcing us to examine all of our thoughts on who we are as a community,…

Homosexuality appears to be more prevelent in our society. The closet doors have been flung off the hinges and many in our society are uncomfortable with the open relevations of the LGBT community. Why do people feel so strongly against this group of people in our society? Why does the LGBT community feel more comfortable expressing themselves? Is …

As human beings most of us believe in a power higher than ourselves...God, Jesus, Buddha, Allah, Jehovah, The Source, The Light. But, does believing in a higher power equate to a spiritual walk or a religious lifestyle? What is the difference between spirituality and religion? Why do we go through the religious rituals? What do they really mean for…

The Ray Rice elevator video has put the spotlight on domestic abuse. The dirty little secret of abuse has been exposed for the world to see. Unfortunately, this "secret" is one of the poorest kept and most accepted forms of violence in our society. Often the vicitms are chastised for staying in the abusive relationships and the perpertrators are no…

The role of a father in the family structure is essential to the overall development or lack thereof of each child. Children who grow up without their fathers develop insecurities and voids that can not be easily filled. Enter the DADDIES...they say "Not my child. I will be there for mine! I will not drop a seed and then not nurture it and watch it…

We all want love...need it...crave it! But, some want love from her, her and her and him, him and him. Why do some people cheat in relationships? Is it the fault of their mates...or are they just monogamously challenged? Is sexual cheating worse than emotional cheating? Can a relationship recover from infidelity? Is the statement "Once a cheater al…

Black males have a unique experience with the police. What is that experience like? Why is it so different? We will hear from young men between the ages of 18-30. Raw and uncut! Hearing their experiences will help us to understand the emotional scars and rage that develops from these abrasive interactions. They need to be heard to be understood. Li…

Why in 2014 are black males still targets by the police? Why in 2014 does hands up mean death and not surrender? Why in 2014 does a deceased body lay on the ground uncovered for hours? Why in 2014 does a mother have to identify her deceased child via social media? Why in 2014 do black parents worry every time theirs sons walk out the door? Why in 2…