Let's Skip The small Talk
239 episodes - English - Latest episode: 5 months ago - ★★★★★ - 4 ratingsLet's Skip The small Talk is a podcast show where intrigue is a guarantee so be prepared to think deep. From everyday affairs to manifestation we talk about it all, one topic at a time. Ready..Set..Stimulate! Hosted by Tyconis Allison
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To Infinity and Beyond
October 14, 2021 00:00 - 27 minutes - 19.1 MBIn this episode I recap our anniversary celebration from singing our hearts out with Rod Wave live in concert, eating juicy hamburgers on the rooftop at midnight, to making the best shrimp scampi we ever tasted plus much more! Tune in to hear all about my fiancée and I lovely extravaganza.
Finally, The Narrative is Changing
October 09, 2021 00:00 - 25 minutes - 17.4 MBDid you know that the name of 26 states derived from Native American language? In this episode we take the time to praise the influence the Native American culture has had on our country from yesterday to today. With Indigenous Peoples Day approaching it's nice to see that the narrative that we were led to believe is finally showing it's true colors.
ATL GLO Cosmetics w/ Jada
October 07, 2021 01:00 - 27 minutes - 18.8 MBIn this episode I was joined by special guests Jada and her mother Tessa. Jada is a 15 year old entrepreneur who recently launched her very own cosmetic line called ATL GLO. We discussed her inspiration behind starting the company and how she juggles it all while in school and being a black belt karate instructor. Tune in!
Can We Talk
October 01, 2021 23:00 - 24 minutes - 17 MBEver wanted to get somebody's attention but didn't know how to go about doing so? In this episode we breakdown 'How to talk so people listen'. From adding a simple smile to finding common ground with a complete stranger we talk about it all. Tune in, let's talk about it!
Growing Apart
September 30, 2021 01:00 - 35 minutes - 24.7 MBYou know how the saying goes "Either you grow together or you'll grow apart." In this episode I dive deep into the topic and share personal accounts I had with family members, close friends, and significant others where it all fell apart because we failed to grow together. If you can relate I highly suggest that you tune in.
HBCU: Prime Time
September 25, 2021 01:00 - 26 minutes - 18 MBIn this episode we discussed the origin of HBCUs and where they stand today in society with their growing popularity. I also share my experience attending an HBCU in West Virginia plus we dive into the cultural impact Dieon Sanders has made after becoming a Head Football Coach for HBCU Jackson State University. Tune in!!
Love Your Lane
September 22, 2021 23:00 - 27 minutes - 19.2 MBIn this episode we delve into the difference between being satisfied and being fulfilled from there we pose 4 life-changing questions: Who are you? Why are you here? What are you supposed to be doing? How can you go about doing so? You don't want to miss this tune in!
So Complex Yet So Beautiful
September 17, 2021 21:00 - 22 minutes - 15.2 MBYou are not a robot nor are you perfect but you are human and that is perfectly fine! In this episode we dive into the duality of human nature. Tune in!
So Complex Yet So Beautiful
September 17, 2021 21:00 - 22 minutes - 15.2 MBYou are not a robot nor are you perfect but you are human and that is perfectly fine! In this episode we dive into the duality of human nature. Tune in!
Blood Brothers
September 16, 2021 01:00 - 27 minutes - 18.8 MBHow many people can you call a true friend? In this episode we delve into the friendship between two iconic legend, Malcolm X and Muhammad Ali. On top of that we discuss the value of a true friend and how important it is to hang on to them for life. Tune in!
Drake featurin' Drake part 2
September 11, 2021 01:00 - 1 hour - 50.5 MBWe're back! Special guest Malcolm and I continue our album review of Certified Lover Boy. We also give our Top 5 Drake songs and we rank his albums! It got too real!! Tune in!
Drake featurin' Drake part 1
September 09, 2021 01:00 - 1 hour - 41.9 MBDrake has made songs to the soundtrack of our lives, in this episode special guest Malcolm and I share how we were introduced to Drake and our first impression of him. We also give a full breakdown of his latest album Certified Lover Boy. It's Drake season!
The Weight of the World
September 04, 2021 01:00 - 30 minutes - 21.2 MBIn this episode we go in depth about having to live with the weight of the world crushing into your spine. What do you do when your home is no longer your place of peace? What do you do when your friendship doesn't feel so friendly anymore? It's time we talk about it.
The Power of Reading
September 01, 2021 22:00 - 26 minutes - 18.2 MBBooks have given me light on my darkest days. Tune in to my breakdown on the POWER of Reading. Books have the ability to take you places you could only imagine without you having to budge.
More Questions Than Answers
August 28, 2021 01:00 - 20 minutes - 14.2 MBWith school approaching next week for my daughter I have mixed emotions because I have more questions than answers. In this episode I breakdown where it all stems from.
There's No Place Like Home
August 26, 2021 02:00 - 27 minutes - 18.9 MBIt feels great to be BACK! After a couple of weeks away, tune in to hear why there is literally no place on Earth like home!
Your Routine Shouldn't Feel Like a Routine
August 14, 2021 01:00 - 26 minutes - 18.2 MBLike naps, breaks are necessary too! When feeling overwhelmed or unproductive or simply trying to keep from becoming monotonous take a break! Taking time away is not a sign of failure, it's quite the opposite. Time away is simply time to think and to get realigned. Tune in, let's talk about it!
Live In Paradise
August 12, 2021 01:00 - 24 minutes - 16.8 MBIn this heart-wrenching episode I discuss life and the loss of it. Live in paradise Lewis!
Behind The Scenes
August 06, 2021 22:00 - 32 minutes - 22.3 MBIn this episode I pull the curtain back and look behind the scenes into why I podcast and what it takes to do so!
Made You Look
August 04, 2021 21:00 - 28 minutes - 19.4 MBWhat if you purchased an item believing it was real, how would you feel if you found out that it was FAKE?? Tune in to this mind-blowing story about the Knoedler Gallery and the 80 million dollars worth of fake art it sold.
Where Do You Draw The Line?
July 31, 2021 01:00 - 25 minutes - 17.5 MBYour peace, your sanity & your self-respect is on the line, so where do you draw the line? It's a question that must be asked.
Where Do You Draw The Line?
July 31, 2021 01:00 - 25 minutes - 17.5 MBYour peace, your sanity & your self-respect is on the line, so where do you draw the line? It's a question that must be asked.
Olympics
July 28, 2021 23:00 - 20 minutes - 13.9 MBIn this episode I’ll be touching on the 2020 Olympics and sharing some cool Olympic facts with you! Tune in!
We're Getting Old!
July 23, 2021 23:00 - 31 minutes - 21.7 MBIn this episode we discussed a topic that we all are currently experiencing, we’re getting old! Or, I should say we’re getting older each and every day we wake up. Recently I learned a valuable life lesson, just because you are getting old doesn’t mean that you have to feel old. Throughout the episode I break down how the meaningful lesson all came about. Truth is, it's not our age that makes us old, it's our lack of activity that does. Tune in!!!!
Space Jam More Than a Movie
July 21, 2021 23:00 - 19 minutes - 13.6 MBIn this episode I breakdown how both of the Space Jam movies are more than a movie! I share one of my fondest childhood memories connected with the original movie and how I connected with the latest movie on a whole new level. Tune in to Tune Squad!
Cuba
July 17, 2021 00:00 - 20 minutes - 14.2 MBIn this episode we discuss the ongoing situation in Cuba and how things got to this point!
How Happy Are You?
July 14, 2021 23:00 - 15 minutes - 10.3 MBWhen's the last time you smiled for no reason? That time when everything just seemed right in life even if it was only for a couple of minutes. It's easy to focus on the negative things so let's challenge ourselves to do the opposite. In this episode let's highlight the moments that made you smile wide without you even having to part your lips.
It's Time To Say "I Do"
July 09, 2021 22:00 - 18 minutes - 12.7 MBWith half of the year already under our belt I want to hear what you've been up to! With only six months remaining on the clock it's time to make a commitment to yourself and vow to do your best to finish the year strong! The time is now to give it our all! Tune in and let's see if you're behind schedule, on track, or ahead of time!
Africans Were In America Well Before Columbus
July 07, 2021 20:00 - 59 minutes - 40.8 MBIn this epic episode I was joined by my brother Malcolm and we discussed something we wish we knew about a long, long, long time ago, African origins! Did you know that there is proof and evidence that the Africans were here in America at least 2000 years before Columbus arrived in 1492? Did you know that Christianty originated in Africa? Did you know that the 10 commandments were inspired by 42 Negative Confessions. Did you know that St. Augustine was African? Tune in and listen to Malcolm ...
1776
July 02, 2021 22:00 - 15 minutes - 10.6 MBIt's a long holiday weekend and I’m sure some of us have already started celebrating. So let's keep the party going! In this episode I’ll be sharing some cool tidbits with you about the red, white and blue, America.
The Burden of Success
June 30, 2021 23:00 - 27 minutes - 19.2 MBWe crave success but oftentimes we don't know how to manage it and it gets the best of us. In this episode we discuss the burdens that come with success.
Freedom Didn't Come With a Manual
June 26, 2021 00:00 - 23 minutes - 16.1 MBEver wonder what happened next…Today I’ll be discussing the events that lead up to June 19, 1865, the independence day itself, and the aftermath of freedom. Tune in!
Having Sex With a Stranger
June 24, 2021 01:00 - 58 minutes - 40.3 MBIn this episode I was joined by special guest Alicia and we discussed everything under the sun. Does a father have any say if the mother is considering an abortion? Are you obligated to tell your new BF/GF about your past life? On top of that we disscued the burning topic of how having sex with a stranger has become so casual that we have normalized creating a child with people we barley know. Plus much more! Needless to say, we had an intriguing conversation about some very controversial th...
Daddy Daughter Trivia
June 18, 2021 19:00 - 17 minutes - 11.9 MBWith Father's Day approaching right around the corner, Aliyah and I decided to sit down and play, How Well Do You Know Your Father? I highly recommend that all fathers create their own version and quiz their kids. It's a ton of fun! Shout out to all the fathers out there holding it down. I see you and much respect!
Greenwood: The Home of Black Wall Street
June 16, 2021 23:00 - 16 minutes - 11.2 MBIn this episode I share a story with you about Greenwood known as Black Wall Street. At times the story will sound so lovely that you will instantly assume that it is fictional and other times it will be so dark you wouldn’t believe your own ears, however it is 100% real. Tune in to this unforgettable story.
What's Next???
June 15, 2021 01:00 - 19 minutes - 13.2 MBIn this special episode I share intimate details about the quest to 100 followed by me sharing what’s next to come!!! Tune in to the celebration! 100!!!!
Things Change
June 11, 2021 23:00 - 20 minutes - 13.9 MBThis episode was inspired by my daughter. At 6 years old everyday she is learning more and more about the concept of change. We discuss how change is a part of life at least 3-4 times a week. That's when it hit me! From young we are introduced to change yet no matter our age change never gets old. It's always new, it's always different, and even though it has greeted us a thousand times we never truly get to know it. As quickly as it comes as quickly as it goes. Change arrives without a Hi a...
Motivate To Elevate
June 09, 2021 23:00 - 15 minutes - 10.4 MBThis episode is strictly for the Goal Seekers, the Grinders, and the Dreamers. As you know the grind to success can be tiring, it can be draining, it can be exhausting which at times makes us question how much farther can we go before we throw in the towel and let our goals and dreams rot away. Today I’ll be sharing a few tips that will help you keep running your race until you cross the finish line.
Let's Break The Ice!
June 08, 2021 01:00 - 20 minutes - 14.1 MBThere have been 90 plus episodes yet I have so much more to share with you guys! They say the best way to get to know someone is to listen to their story, while that certainly may be true another way is to break the ice! Today I’ll be answering a series of icebreakers. Tune in and let's have some fun!
The Real MVP
June 04, 2021 22:00 - 18 minutes - 12.5 MBIn this episode we discuss the importance of having a strong support system. Who do you have in your corner coaching you and cheering you on? The older we get these are questions we must ask ourselves. Everybody needs somebody you can't make it through this thing called life alone, you just can't. So I’m asking you, who do you have in your corner? Because whoever it is they are The Real MVP.
Showtime!
June 03, 2021 00:00 - 23 minutes - 16.2 MBIn this special episode we recap my daughter's first dance recital and how it felt seeing her on the big stage under those bright lights! It's showtime!!!
Decoration Day to Memorial Day
May 31, 2021 17:00 - 13 minutes - 9.54 MBEveryone knows that Memorial Day is a federal holiday and we know that the day is for honouring the men and women who have died while on duty with the US military. However, did you know that the holiday was invented by African Americans in Charleston, South Carolina? Tune to hear how the inception of Memorial Day was suppressed and whitewashed.
Soul Food: Why Do We Eat What We Eat?
May 28, 2021 23:00 - 23 minutes - 15.9 MBIn this episode we discussed the roots of African American cuisine and how influential it has been across the nation from southern cooking in the Deep South, to the oyster craze up top in New York City, all the way to Barbecue in East Texas. Our culinary skills can not be denied! The proof is in the pudding during the worst of times we did the best we could with what we had. We named our cuisine soul food because food was our connection between love and God. As much as they try to marginaliz...
The Godfather
May 26, 2021 23:00 - 22 minutes - 15.3 MBIn this episode we'll be discussing a very influential and very powerful individual that is known behind the scenes by everyone on the scene. Ladies and gentlemen this man is your favorite celebrity favorite celebrity. From sports to music to film and television to politics. He has had his hand in just about everything with everyone. To quell your anticipation I would like to introduce you to the one and only, Mr. Clarence Avant, known to many people as The Godfather.
Manhood
May 25, 2021 04:00 - 1 hour - 55.5 MBIn this episode I was joined by special guest Malcolm and we discussed all things related to manhood. We talked about protecting and providing, how to treat a woman, sex, the importance of a father's presence, and family. Plus more! Tune into one "MANLY" conversation.
Finally They Admit That UFO's Are Real!
May 21, 2021 21:00 - 43 minutes - 30.1 MBI am so excited I have been waiting so, so, so long to talk about this topic, 90 episodes to be exact. Finally, the government admits that UFO’s are real! Let’s talk about it!!!!!
Leadership
May 20, 2021 01:00 - 21 minutes - 14.7 MBI take this topic to heart because being a leader is a way of life. There is no on and off switch to it. Either you were created to be one or you weren’t. Today we’ll be discussing the four major traits under the umbrella of leadership: Accountability, Communication, Motivation, and Judgment.
Homegoing
May 17, 2021 23:00 - 25 minutes - 17.6 MBUnfortunately, today we'll be discussing the great inevitable which is death....Death is sudden. Even when it's expected it's still a painful surprise. Death is lonely. Losing a loved one leaves a hole in your heart that can never be filled. Death is final. Not being able to speak to someone again is a tough pill to swallow. That's one of the things that bother me the most about death, the silence that comes with it. It's so quiet yet so loud. I want to tribute this episode to my father-in-l...
We Need to Talk
May 14, 2021 20:00 - 19 minutes - 13.3 MBDifficult conversations challenge us to become better communicators. In this episode we discuss the importance of communication and how to steer clear of growing resentment and how to not tolerate disrespect. People will treat you how you allow them to treat you. Tune in, let's talk about it!
The World of Cryptocurrency
May 13, 2021 00:00 - 25 minutes - 17.5 MBCryptocurrency has been making some noise! Today we’ll be taking it from the top. What is it exactly? How to buy it? And is it a scam? And the biggest question of all, is cryptocurrency is the future of money???