TMI The Black Effect Network
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- Society & Culture
TMI is the dynamic, new video-taped podcast featuring activists Tamika D. Mallory and Mysonne, the General. Their show takes an uninhibited look at the social and civil rights issues, pop-culture and politics. Together, they underscore the importance of social activism, awareness, knowing your rights and having a voice. They want you to know that being in service to one’s community isn’t old school; it’s real, it’s happening and its needed now more than ever. Their aim is to push our culture forward so that together, we can make the world a better place right now…and for generations to come.
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Bonding of the Sexes: Interracial Marriage - Chess or Checkers?
This week, Tamika and Mysonne start off the episode about the challenges of starting a new business, the importance of getting legal and financial advice, and the destigmatization of a womans menstrual. Later on in the episode, they interview Bryan and Ashley Chia, an interracial couple, who share their experiences and challenges in their relationship. They also share how they met, their families' reactions to their relationship, and the importance of finding commonalities and values in a partnership. They also touch on the topic of raising interracial children and the need for balance and open-mindedness. Overall, the conversation highlights the complexities and nuances of interracial relationships and the importance of love, acceptance, and growth.
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Bonding of the Sexes: A Deep Dive into Black Traditional Marriage
First thing first Happy Early Birthday to Mysonne the General!
This week Tamika and Mysonne reflect on the importance of finding peace and being true to oneself once entering in the 40s and both their birthdays are quickly approaching. Next, they discuss the student movement and the need for multiple leaders and consensus in decentralized spaces. Later on, they are joined by Nikita and Keith Gibson, a married couple who met online and emphasize the importance of communication and love in a successful relationship.
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Bonding of the Sexes: Are Relationships what they "Post" to be? Part 2
This week Tamika and Mysonne were joined by Bishop Greg Davis, a TV and radio host and relationship coach, who shared his journey of healing and becoming a relationship coach after his divorce. In this conversation, Bishop Greg Davis discusses relationships and the importance of self-discovery while being single. He emphasizes the need to know oneself and set boundaries before entering into a relationship. Later on the discussion turns into the impact of social media on the culture and the need to support content that is helpful and respectful.
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Bonding of the Sexes: Are Relationships What They
This week Tamika and Mysonne begin conversations about technology and how it has enhanced and hindered communication. The conversation covers several themes, including the Fearless Fund, state laws banning DEI programs, and the Supreme Court's decision on mass protests. The conversation also touches on the need for marginalized communities to build their own resources and challenge existing power structures. Afterwards they were joined by Kendra G, the host of her new dating show "Singles on IG live" where she speaks the importance of attraction and financial stability in relationships, women having more options now but still struggle to find the type of partner they want and more.
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The Journey to Sobriety
This week Tamika and Mysonne speak on their experiences with at-risk youth, sobriety, and the challenges faced by women in communication. They are joined by guest Brandon Chastang, who shares his journey of overcoming addiction and the impact it had on his family. Tamika also shares her experience with addiction and they both express the challenges and fears faced during rehabilitation process.
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Education is Power
In this episode, Tamika D Mallory and Mysonne discuss various topics including the importance of taking care of one's health, the influence of the MAGA movement on the Republican Party, the need for comprehensive education reform, and the impact of supportive parents. Later in the episode, they were joined by Dennis Mckesey an educator and CEO of Off School Grounds (OSG) is a non-profit organization that focuses on leadership development for school leaders leading communities.
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