Real Love Real Talk

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Your friend’s in a toxic relationship, your situationship is getting messy, and TikTok is giving mixed signals about love. So… now what? Welcome to Real Love Real Talk—the podcast where Boston teens and adults break down everything from self-love to how media shapes our relationships. Powered by Start Strong at the Boston Public Health Commission, we equip teens with the tools to prevent dating violence, build healthy relationships, and challenge toxic norms. Love can be messy—let’s figure it out together. Learn more at www.startstrongboston.org or follow us on Instagram @startstrong_bphc.

  1. Sep 18

    Likes, Lies & Real Life

    What happens when social media starts affecting how you see yourself, your relationships, and your life? In this episode of Real Love Real Talk, Start Strong Boston teens sit down with a former influencer to talk about the pressures, risks, and realities of life online.#RealLoveRealTalk #StartStrongBoston #TeenDating #HealthyRelationships

  2. Sep 16

    Money, Designer Clothes, & Dating | Summer 26' Ep 1

    How much money should you spend on your partner in high school? Do designer clothes, expensive gifts, and cars actually matter when it comes to dating? In this episode of Real Love Real Talk, Start Strong Boston teens get real about money, image, and expectations in relationships. #RealLoveRealTalk #StartStrongBoston #TeenDating #HealthyRelationships

  3. Mar 4

    Beyond the Break Up | Season 6 | Ep 1

    Join our hosts, Saladin and Lundynn, as they interview Love Life Now Director, Lovern. Trigger Warning: Episode contains experiences of physical abuse Beyond the Breakup is a powerful cross-generational conversation where teens and an adult survivor sit down face-to-face to unpack toxic relationships, healing, and what real love looks like after harm. In this special episode of Real Love Real Talk, youth ask the questions they’ve always wanted to know, and an adult reflects back hard-earned wisdom and vice versa. Together, they break down red flags, rebuilding trust, community support, and how each generation defines healthy love differently.

  4. Jan 10

    Unhealthy Relationships & Substance Abuse

    Join us for a special collaboration with BPHC's Youth Advisory Board and Start Strong. Together, our teens discuss how substance use can affect teen relationships. Resources: -Check out BPHC's Overdose training: https://delvalle.bphc.org/enrol/index.php?id=1042

  5. 03/17/2025

    How do Gender Roles Affect Relationships

    Listen to our hosts dive into the impact of gender norms, how gender roles are taught from a young age, and who should pay on the first date

  6. 02/25/2025

    How do I Leave a Toxic Relationship | Season 5 | Episode 3

    In Season 5, Episode 3 of Real Love Real Talk, we’re getting real about one of the toughest decisions you can make—leaving a toxic relationship. From recognizing red flags to overcoming guilt and fear, we break down the steps to prioritize your well-being and move forward with confidence. If you’ve ever wondered how to break free from a toxic cycle, this episode is for you.

  7. 02/19/2025

    How to Get Over a Break Up | Season 5 | Ep 2

    Breakups suck—but staying stuck isn’t an option. Ayani and Saladin keep it real about getting over heartbreak without losing yourself in the process. They’re breaking down what it really takes to heal, rebuild, and come back stronger than ever. Tune in and learn how to turn heartache into your greatest comeback story.

  8. 02/07/2025

    A Relationship Won’t Fix You—Self-Love Will | Season 5 | Episode 1

    Welcome back to Season 5 ofReal Love Real Talk! This season starts with the most important relationship you’ll ever have—the one with yourself. Reese, Madia, and Dios, three Boston teens, sit down to talk about self-worth, confidence, and why loving yourself first is the ultimate glow-up. If you’ve ever questioned your value, this episode is for you.

    A Relationship Won’t Fix You—Self-Love Will | Season 5 | Episode 1
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Your friend’s in a toxic relationship, your situationship is getting messy, and TikTok is giving mixed signals about love. So… now what? Welcome to Real Love Real Talk—the podcast where Boston teens and adults break down everything from self-love to how media shapes our relationships. Powered by Start Strong at the Boston Public Health Commission, we equip teens with the tools to prevent dating violence, build healthy relationships, and challenge toxic norms. Love can be messy—let’s figure it out together. Learn more at www.startstrongboston.org or follow us on Instagram @startstrong_bphc.

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  • Creator
    Start Strong
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2026
  • Episodes
    30
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Start Strong
  • Show Website
    Real Love Real Talk