SImply Straight Talk
242 episodes - English - Latest episode: 12 months ago - ★★★★★ - 7 ratingsHello and welcome to the Simply Straight Talk Podcast! I'm Reggie, joined by my fellow hosts Angelique and Melissa. Our podcast is all about empowering you to take control of your life and make better decisions in your relationships, career, and personal life. We share our own life lessons through relatable stories and examples, aiming to inspire and motivate our listeners to improve their personal and professional growth. We want our audience to know that they're not alone in the challenges life throws at us, and we hope to provide valuable insights and guidance to help them overcome those obstacles.
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Singers With Music You Should Listen To!
January 25, 2019 11:00 - 45 minutes - 34.6 MBOn today's episode of the Simply Straight Talk Show, Reggie will be discussing some singers with whose music you should listen to. Music is an important part of people’s lives and it will always play a part in our daily activities. Music can have such an amazing effect on a person's mood as well. For this reason, we are highlighting musicians who understand what it means to create heartfelt songs. Each of these artists has been observed over the past year. We were not looking for an art...
My Ex is Here To Stay, Take It or Leave It
January 18, 2019 17:00 - 33 minutes - 30.7 MBIn this episode of the Simply Straight Talk show, Reggie is discussing the conflicts that occur when people decide to keep their ex active in their life long after the relationship has ended. In some cases, the communication or relationship with the ex actually increases when a person enters into a new relationship. It’s not uncommon for people to maintain contact with past romantic partners. But what happens when you enter a new relationship? Do you maintain contact with an ex or cut them...
Should A Child be Labeled as the Man/Woman of the House?
January 11, 2019 17:00 - 31 minutes - 29.1 MBOn today's show, Reggie is discussing how labeling your child as the man/woman of the house could have a negative effect on you and them as well. In today's society, it has become a common practice for some single parents to identify their child as the man or woman of the house in the absence of a partner. As a parent, you have every right to set the roles of the individuals in your household. However are the roles being assigned to family members who fully understand the responsibilities o...
Big City and Big Dreams
January 05, 2019 03:16 - 33 minutes - 30.6 MBRelocating to a new city, state or country is a big deal. On this episode of the Simply Straight Talk Podcast, Reggie is discussing the impacts that can have a negative or positive effect on your life. It's common for people to relocate at some point in their life, in search of new experiences, opportunities, and change. That whole mindset about finding yourself? Relocating can help you establish a fresh start in life if it's done with some strategic planning. I think you should also k...
Dealing with your past in your current relationship.
December 14, 2018 17:00 - 34 minutes - 31.1 MBIn today's episode of Simply Straight Talk, Reggie is discussing the challenges of dealing with issues from your past, while embracing relationship. We have all made mistakes in our past that we would love to be able to erase from our history, but unfortunately, that's not always possible. I love how movies can create the most dramatic problems and they are all resolved in less than 2 hours. Cinematic endings rarely translate over into reality. In the movies, someone will disclose a hurt...
Are Men Not Defending Women Intentionally?
December 07, 2018 17:00 - 33 minutes - 30.7 MBOn this episode of Simply Straight Talk, Reggie will be discussing the overwhelming concern from some women regarding the lack of effort from men to protect them when needed. Now, with women coming into their own, certain customary values that exist between men and women are quickly becoming obsolete. Honestly, I can’t tell you how many times I have overheard a woman declare that she can defend herself or doesn’t require a man to fight for her because she is not weak. This mentality seems ...
Make-Up Sex: Can It Make A Difference
November 30, 2018 17:00 - 30 minutes - 27.7 MBOn this episode of Simply Straight Talk, Reggie is discussing the impact of make-up sex in relationships. For some people, make-up sex is one of the most thrilling parts of their relationship, and I can understand why. Under the right condition, make-up sex can be an exciting, healthy way to confirm your feelings with your partner. But what no one tells you about make-up sex is this: it rarely solves anything, and the cinematic representation of make-up sex may not yield the same results....
Challenges of Being A Leader
November 23, 2018 17:00 - 31 minutes - 28.8 MBWhat’s most challenging about leading organizations today? Well, we are going to discuss this very question on today's episode of the Simply Straight Talk Show. Leadership has its share of benefits and rewards. Managers/supervisors are usually in a better position to influence and lead change. In most organizations, being a leader means you are able to impact company goals and employee needs. Most importantly, there’s nothing like the satisfaction of helping an individual or team reach the...
Disowning Family Members
November 16, 2018 17:00 - 33 minutes - 30.3 MBUnfortunately, some families reach a point of dysfunction which causes a family member to conclude that he/she can’t stay connected any longer to a specific person in the family or, in some cases, the entire family. People who break all ties from family are not always over the age of 18. Many children between the age of 12 and 17 have begun to abandon their families as well. Some youth are already packed their bags mentally and just waiting to reach the age of 18 which is considered to be ad...
Why Some Men Have A Side Chick
November 09, 2018 17:00 - 34 minutes - 32 MBOn this episode of the Simply Straight Talk show, Reggie is hosting the conversation on "Why Some Men Have A Side Chick"? A side chick is female who is romantically involved with a man that she know has a girlfriend or wife. Now I know everyone is not going to feel the same about some of the opinions discussed in this show but could it be something within the conversation that could help you? To understand the Side Chick, a person must first understand the mindset that makes a man want to ...
Sometimes Life Sucks
November 02, 2018 16:00 - 35 minutes - 32.8 MBLet’s face it—sometimes life just sucks! I don’t mean to be sarcastic; it’s just the reality of living in this world today. Every day, people are faced with financial challenges, hostile work environments, troubled relationships, medical issues, unsatisfying careers and so many other dilemmas. These obstacles can affect a person in a variety of ways. In some cases, people may experience anxiety, depression or worse, suicidal thoughts. On the other hand, what if you just looked in the mirr...
Desperate Times and Bad Decisions
October 12, 2018 16:00 - 33 minutes - 30.6 MBOn this episode of Simply Straight Talk, Reggie is talking about the decisions people make during hard times that lead to bad decisions. Reggie will be sharing his own personal experiences. When people are facing problems that make them feel frantic, they have reached a point in their life where they feel hopeless. It becomes difficult to see things improving without making some kind of dramatic decision. Often times people mentally block out the thought of the possible consequences. It’s ...
Don't Call Me Beautiful
October 05, 2018 16:00 - 31 minutes - 29.1 MBWelcome to to the Simply Straight Talk show, today Reggie is hosting a conversation on why some women prefer guys not to call them beautiful. For some people, this may come across as strange or insensitive to a person attempting to be polite. Well in this episode we are finding out that some women actually have an extremely valid case for not falling for the "your so beautiful line". Honestly, what does it mean to you when you approach a person you just met and you automatically tell them...
The Challenges of Losing Weight
September 28, 2018 16:00 - 33 minutes - 35 MBOn this episode of Simply Straight Talk, Reggie is discussing the challenges of losing weight. He is also sharing some of his struggles in the area of weight loss. Reggie is hoping that you are able to learn from his mistakes in order to have a successful journey on your path to a healthy lifestyle. Whether you’d like to drop 10 pounds or 60, it can feel like there are a thousand roadblocks weight-loss obstacles standing in our way. Honestly, I have experienced by laughed at by people, in...
Who Would Make the Better Mate
September 21, 2018 16:00 - 31 minutes - 29 MBIn this episode of Simply Straight Talk, Reggie is expressing his thoughts in response to several videos discussing the benefits of dating a transgender woman over a biological woman. In today's society of finding love, people are becoming more frustrated and ultimately deciding to remain single. Some men have made the decision to broaden their dating pool by electing to seek relationships with transgender women. Reggie will be providing a male perspective in regards to the most common...
Celebrity Influence on People
September 14, 2018 16:00 - 33 minutes - 30.5 MBOn Today's Show, your host Reggie is discussing the influence of celebrities through social media. Singers, actors, athletes and other high profile entertainers will not only affect our youth but the older generations as well. Celebrities are everywhere and whether you realize it or not, they can easily change the way you look or act. They rely on social media sites to boost their career, but how does that affect you? One of the key factors for making someone a celebrity is their abilit...
What Scares You About The World Today?
September 07, 2018 16:00 - 32 minutes - 30.1 MBIn today's episode of Simply Straight Talk, Reggie is sharing some information on the most common fears of people. This discussion makes us ask the following questions. What do Americans really fear? Are their fears exaggerated compared to their real lives? Do fears vary with gender? The top fears of society have shifted from year to year, which was heavily based in economic and 'big brother' type issues to include more health and financial fears. People often fear what they cannot contr...
Musical Artist To Watch
August 31, 2018 16:00 - 40 minutes - 36.8 MBToday on Simply Straight Talk, Reggie is showcasing some of his favorite musical artists that are a must-have for your playlist. New and experienced indie artist attempting to stand out and make it in the music industry, must have the ability to be unique. So what does it take to succeed and stay relevant in the music industry today? The artist Reggie is discussing on this episode not only have the passion but they have the vocals. He will be identifying their strong points that connect him ...
Why Most Businesses Fail
August 24, 2018 16:00 - 32 minutes - 29.6 MBOn today's episode of Simply Straight Talk, Reggie is sharing his knowledge on starting a business. Starting a business takes patience and dedication. It can be stressful and you must be willing to commit a lot of your time to make it work. But there are benefits, such as it can also be a fulfilling experience professionally and personally. Your business location is one of the most important decisions you’ll make. Whether you’re setting up a storefront business or launching an online store...
Should I Speak Up or Shut Up
August 17, 2018 16:00 - 33 minutes - 30.4 MBIn this episode of Simply Straight Talk, Reggie is discussing the topic of "Should I Speak Up or Shut Up. At some point, we have all experienced the dilemma of voicing our thoughts on other people's situations or problems. When it comes to voicing your opinions or just remaining speechless, you'll most likely run across various views of conflicting advice. So, how can you know when you should voice your thoughts and when you're better off holding your tongue? On today's show, Reggie will...
Politics and Scandals: Have You Had Enough
August 10, 2018 16:00 - 31 minutes - 28.7 MBIn this episode of Simply Straight Talk, Reggie is discussing the problems of the world and how the negative talk can affect your behavior. You don’t need to look far to find negativity these days. Simply check the headlines or turn on your TV and you could quickly come to the assumption that we live in a depressing and bitter place. Often times, when you turn on your cell phone or computer the top trending stories, consist of some mournful moments. But you can change that — both your b...
Men vs Women: The Competition
August 03, 2018 16:00 - 30 minutes - 27.6 MBIn this episode of Simply Straight Talk, Reggie will ge discussing the conflict between men and women. Some people would suggest the relationship between men and women was once simple. In the early years (30's, 40.s and 50's), the men worked and most women were considered homemakers. In the later years, women became more active in the workplace, balancing family and work life became a prime aspiration of modern mothers. Feminism movements were steadily growing. For men the MGTOW (Men Going ...
Has Music Lost It's Orginality
July 27, 2018 16:00 - 33 minutes - 31 MBIn this episode of Simply Straight Talk, Reggie will discuss the change in music. Music created in the previous era's (specifically the '60s through the late '80s) all had very deep subject matters to appeal to the emotions and values of most people. Although, time passes and different generations have shifting designated focuses— the 1970's dealt The Vietnam War, racial tensions, inflation, unemployment and environmental calamity. During these time, music was treated as a form of awareness...
The Evolution of Racism
July 20, 2018 17:00 - 33 minutes - 30.6 MBWelcome to the Simply Straight Talk show. Today we are talking about racism and discrimination. How you see race in the United States can depend a lot on your own background. Racial imbalance in the criminal justice system has been in the news for the last several years following a string of high-profile occurrences of unarmed black Americans being killed by police, like Eric Garner in New York City, Michael Brown in Ferguson, Tamir Rice in Cleveland, Freddie Gray in Baltimore and Philando...
Online Dating- The Good and The Bad
July 13, 2018 17:00 - 32 minutes - 29.7 MBIn this episode of Simply Straight Talk, Reggie will be discussing the pros and cons of online dating. Black People Meet, Eharmony, Tinder, and Chemistry.com are some of the most popular dating sites. Online dating sites keep track of a large number of people who sign up for there service. Most of these sites run on a subscription model which allows you to browse profiles and connect with someone who's profile interest you. Online dating has blown up over the years. millions of American...
Why Men Are Not Getting Married
July 06, 2018 16:00 - 33 minutes - 31.1 MBMen not wanting to marry is a growing concern for women of all races in the United States. Marriage is becoming less and less common. The majority of Millennials are completely against taking wedding vows. While getting married and having a career used to be the common signs to becoming an "adult" and being "responsible". Are there any benefits for a man getting married? I would never suggest that women need to go back to doing all the chores, And all the cooking. But there are more benef...
Tips For Starting A Business
June 29, 2018 16:00 - 33 minutes - 30.5 MBAre you starting or growing your own business? Have you been wondering about what to name your business? Do you know where you can get the right level of support to help you on this journey? In this podcast episode, Reggie Maddox speaks about how he started his business and factors to consider regarding your product or service. People become entrepreneurs because they want to take control of their lives. Their prior work experience in the job market or educational accomplishments is proo...
Dating: Choosing Another Race
June 25, 2018 20:00 - 32 minutes - 29.3 MBDating someone of a different race can be a challenge, but not necessarily for the two people dating each other. It’s normally only a problem with people outside of the relationship. This may sound like a typical us against the world scenario. Two people from different backgrounds or cultures coming together to prove to the world that love can rise above all our differences. In this episode, Reggie Maddox is speaking about the reasons a person may elect to date people outside of their race...
The Benefits of Hanging Out or Being Alone
June 15, 2018 16:00 - 33 minutes - 30.3 MBIn this episode of Simply Straight Talk, Reggie is reviewing the pros and cons of taking time to be alone or hanging out with friends. Each day of our life, we are making decisions that could impact our future. We all value friendship but are we neglecting to appreciate the time we spend alone. Reggie is using this time to share with you his personal experiences regarding the mistakes he made and how he learned to the importance of balancing out his life. His life has been filled with up a...
Creating Your Legacy
June 08, 2018 16:00 - 33 minutes - 45.4 MBWhen I think of the word legacy, I think of encouraging the next generation, through our decisions and actions. Our work in this life leaves behind ripples that impact not only our children but our grand children's children. In this episode of Simply Straight Talk, I wanted to share my ambition for the importance of creating a legacy. I created RM Viagem as my way of leaving something positive behind with the hopes of inspiring others.
Transgenders vs Women vs Men
June 01, 2018 16:00 - 31 minutes - 29.2 MBIn this episode of Simply Straight Talk, Reggie is discussing the conflicts that occur between transgenders and other people. In today's society, there is a constant conversation about gender issues and how their rights are being challenged. In some cases, there is a lack of understanding about a person who has decided to change their gender. But are the friends and family members given the opportunity to digest this new information. The conflicts and drama are all discussed in this podcast ...
I Got Pulled Over for What
May 28, 2018 00:36 - 32 minutes - 29.5 MBFrom Reginald Maddox comes the real experience of being pulled over on multiple occasions. In this episode, he relives the interactions that took place right here on the streets of America. The tension between police officers and members of the black community have risen dramatically over recent years. Reggie has decided to use his platform to express his viewpoint on how to improve these relationships.
What Is My Purpose In Life?
May 19, 2018 05:57 - 32 minutes - 29.6 MBIn today's podcast on Simply Straight Talk, I am discussing the topic "What is my purpose in Life? You can also read other articles on my blog called New Life New Mind Blog here you will find other discussions to help you become the person you were born to be in life. I wanted to share my real life experience in finding your purpose in life and your passion. Have you ever asked yourself any of the following questions? Am I too old to try something new? What is my purpose in life? Is m...
What Values do People Want in A Relationship
May 18, 2018 07:03 - 31 minutes - 29.2 MBWhat values do people want in a relationship? Have you ever asked yourself this question? The answer to this question will vary from person to person but it's something we should think about before we allow someone into the intimate parts of our lives. There is nothing as important as picking out your team. These are the people that will stand by you in the fight of life. The team of people around can be family or friends.
Things I Wish I Knew
May 04, 2018 15:30 - 32 minutes - 29.4 MBSimply Straight Talk is asking the question "What lessons could have changed your life?"When you think about everything that took place after you graduated high school or left home to explore your independence, were there any parts of life you needed more guidance? In this episode, Reggie opens up about parts of his life where he could have benefitted from the wisdom of his elders. For more discussion on this topic, you should visit our website at www.rmviagem.com.
We Are Not Friends
April 26, 2018 17:00 - 32 minutes - 29.7 MBIn this episode of Simply Straight Talk your host Reggie is peeling back the cover of the word friendship. Have you ever found yourself in the situation where someone has labeled you as a best friend or a friend in general but you only see them as an associate? Not only is this awkward but it can lead to somebody having their feelings hurt. Reggie has some personal experience in this matter that he wants to share with you!
Are Modern Day Movements Beneficial
April 20, 2018 19:00 - 32 minutes - 29.8 MBIn this episode of Simply Straight Talk our host Reggie is sharing his views on movements such as #MeToo and Black Lives Matter. Movements have always been apart of American history. Whether a group of people was working together to advance they're shared political or social ideas, they strived to educate and offer services to the community. This form of activism took place more so in the 1960's and 1970's. In comparison to today's movement groups can we say they provide the same strategy or...
Things People Post on Social Media
April 16, 2018 16:51 - 32 minutes - 29.4 MBIn this episode of Simply Straight Talk your host Reggie is here to talk about some of the crazy things people post on social media and the clap back that occurs but people don't understand the long-term effect. In this episode he will take a look at the casual postings as well as the postings that indicate i will do whatever it takes to get followers.
Where Are The Real Men
April 16, 2018 16:28 - 31 minutes - 29.2 MBIn this episode of Simply Straight Talk Reggie is discussing the question that seems to cover so many headlines on the internet. There are so many people using social media platforms to question men and their intentions. In this episode he wants to address the myths and misunderstandings from the male and female point of view.
Why People Hate on You
April 16, 2018 16:07 - 32 minutes - 29.7 MBIn this episode of Simply Straight Talk your host Reggie is tackling the issue of people who have determined they do not like someone but have no real validation for their hate. This episode offers some insight on how to deal with these types of situations, as well as ways to avoid any pitfalls by getting caught up these types of attitudes.
Is Blood Thicker Than Water
April 16, 2018 15:54 - 31 minutes - 28.8 MBIn this episode of Simply Straight Talk, Reggie is discussing the old saying of Blood is thicker than water. But what happens when you come to the conclusion that ones you call family are not as supportive as you think? Well Reggie has some advice for you on this episode of Simply Straight Talk.
Are There Blackout Dates for Dating?
April 16, 2018 15:34 - 32 minutes - 29.9 MBIn this episode of Simply Straight Talk your host Reggie discusses the belief that some people have regarding not dating during certain times of the year. This discussion also covers the pros and cons of using this dating practice tactic.