http://www.blogtalkradio.com/realtalknationYou want "real talk" well, RTN radio live! gives it to you. Real discussions and opinions on everyday topics that affect the people. No matter if you're in the streets, the university, the suburbs, the barbershop or the beauty shop,we're here to represent you. No agendas, no left or right propaganda no heavy-handed politics, just Real Talk! Special guests as well as call-ins.enBlogTalkRadio.com. All Rights Reserved.Sat, 15 Jun 2019 07:15:00 GMTMon, 06 Jun 2011 06:30:00 GMTLifestyleBlogTalkRadio Feed v2.0https://dasg7xwmldix6.cloudfront.net/hostpics/8de5b4f9-e84b-44ed-b167-e850dc353b1d_rtn_logo.jpghttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/realtalknationYou want "real talk" well, RTN radio live! gives it to you. Real discussions and opinions on everyday topics that affect the people. No matter if you're in the streets, the university, the suburbs, the barbershop or the beauty shop,we're here to represent you. No agendas, no left or right propaganda no heavy-handed politics, just Real Talk! Special guests as well as call-ins.feeds@blogtalkradio.comBlogTalkRadio.comlifestyle,african american,african americans,african-american,america,atheism,basketball,dating,hip-hop,homosexualityRealTalkNationnoYou want "real talk" well, RTN radio live! gives it to you. Real discussions and opinions on everyday topics that affect the people. No matter if you're in theepisodichttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/realtalknation/2011/06/06/nba-lockoutsports-showLifestylehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/realtalknation/2011/06/06/nba-lockoutsports-show/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/realtalknation/2011/06/06/nba-lockoutsports-showMon, 06 Jun 2011 06:30:00 GMTNBA Lockout/Sports Show Sports edition with analyst Ronald Allen who will break down the impending NBA & NFL lockouts plus all the happenings from around the sportsworld including the NBA finals, the Laker's new coach, Shaq's retirement, etc.. 00:31:00RealTalkNationnosports,ESPN,basketball,NBA,NBA FinalsSports edition with analyst Ronald Allen who will break down the impending NBA & NFL lockouts plus all the happenings from around the sportsworld including thehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/realtalknation/2011/05/22/justice-for-m-bonegospel-hip-hopLifestylehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/realtalknation/2011/05/22/justice-for-m-bonegospel-hip-hop/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/realtalknation/2011/05/22/justice-for-m-bonegospel-hip-hopSun, 22 May 2011 04:00:00 GMTJustice for M-Bone RealTalkNation talks to Mr. Eddie Jones, President of the Los Angeles Civil Rights Assoc. who is working with the family of slain Cali Swag District rapper, M-Bone of "Dougie" fame in their crusade for justice. 00:31:00RealTalkNationnoCali Swag District,Dougie,M Bone,Gospel Hip-Hop,raptureRealTalkNation talks to Mr. Eddie Jones, President of the Los Angeles Civil Rights Assoc. who is working with the family of slain Cali Swag District rapper, M-http://www.blogtalkradio.com/realtalknation/2011/05/15/relationships-between-men-womenLifestylehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/realtalknation/2011/05/15/relationships-between-men-women/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/realtalknation/2011/05/15/relationships-between-men-womenSun, 15 May 2011 04:00:00 GMTRelationships Between Men & Women Why do men cheat? Why do women always want to be married? Where are all the good men/women at? RealTalkNation is talking relationships: how to get in one, how to keep one, how to get out of a bad one. Join us as we speak with radio host/comedian/author and relationship expert Troy Rawlings.  00:30:00RealTalkNationnorelationships,marriage,dating,fidelity,sexWhy do men cheat? Why do women always want to be married? Where are all the good men/women at? RealTalkNation is talking relationships: how to get in one, howhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/realtalknation/2011/05/11/mothers-day-2Lifestylehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/realtalknation/2011/05/11/mothers-day-2/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/realtalknation/2011/05/11/mothers-day-2Wed, 11 May 2011 15:30:00 GMTMother's Day RealTalkNation salutes mothers in honor of Mother's Day with special guest, actress, comedian and mother Cecily Wiggins who has appeared on the VH1 reality show "Beverley Hills Faboulous" and Sy-Fy channel's "Face-Off". 00:31:00RealTalkNationnomothers,parenthood,Beverly Hills Faboulous,Osama Bin Laden,childrenRealTalkNation salutes mothers in honor of Mother's Day with special guest, actress, comedian and mother Cecily Wiggins who has appeared on the VH1 reality shohttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/realtalknation/2011/04/24/feminist-author-lecturer-dr-sikivu-hutchinsonLifestylehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/realtalknation/2011/04/24/feminist-author-lecturer-dr-sikivu-hutchinson/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/realtalknation/2011/04/24/feminist-author-lecturer-dr-sikivu-hutchinsonSun, 24 Apr 2011 04:00:00 GMTFeminist Author & Lecturer Dr. Sikivu Hutchinson Dr. Sikivu Hutchinson joins RealTalkNation to discuss her book Moral Combat, which covers black atheism, gender politics and the values wars. She will discuss the ideas behind the book as well as the hypocrisy of the black church in regards to women. We will also pose the questions: do you think atheists are amoral? Would you consider black atheism as race betrayal. Join the discussion! 00:30:00RealTalkNationnoMoral Combat,Atheism,gender,African-American,churchDr. Sikivu Hutchinson joins RealTalkNation to discuss her book Moral Combat, which covers black atheism, gender politics and the values wars. She will discusshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/realtalknation/2011/04/17/nationality-of-the-african-american-kobe-bryant-fiascoLifestylehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/realtalknation/2011/04/17/nationality-of-the-african-american-kobe-bryant-fiasco/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/realtalknation/2011/04/17/nationality-of-the-african-american-kobe-bryant-fiascoSun, 17 Apr 2011 04:00:00 GMTNationality of the African-American, Kobe Bryant Fiasco RealTalkNation talks to Big Stern  who will break down the concept of nationality and the citizenship of African Americans in the United States. Also we cover the Kobe Bryant "slur-gate" fiasco. 00:30:00RealTalkNationnonationality,African American,United States,Kobe Bryant,homosexualityRealTalkNation talks to Big Stern  who will break down the concept of nationality and the citizenship of African Americans in the United States. Also we coverhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/realtalknation/2011/04/10/whos-acting-ghetto-pt-2Lifestylehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/realtalknation/2011/04/10/whos-acting-ghetto-pt-2/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/realtalknation/2011/04/10/whos-acting-ghetto-pt-2Sun, 10 Apr 2011 04:00:00 GMTWho's Acting Ghetto? Pt. 2 RealTalkNation continues the debate on what's the definition of "ghetto" and is it something for African Americans to be ashamed of or should it ever be used as a badge of honor. 00:31:00RealTalkNationnoghetto,hood,African American,Latino,inner cityRealTalkNation continues the debate on what's the definition of "ghetto" and is it something for African Americans to be ashamed of or should it ever be usedhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/realtalknation/2011/03/20/social-networkingLifestylehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/realtalknation/2011/03/20/social-networking/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/realtalknation/2011/03/20/social-networkingSun, 20 Mar 2011 04:00:00 GMTSocial NetworkingFacebook, Twitter, YouTube, blogs, vlogs. The Web has been an all-encompassing entity when it comes to promotion, interaction and socializing with friends, associates, business partners, etc. RealTalkNation explores the benefits as well as the pitfalls of social networking with special guest, video blogger Nathan Fisher00:31:00RealTalkNationnoyoutube,facebook,social networking,twitter,internetFacebook, Twitter, YouTube, blogs, vlogs. The Web has been an all-encompassing entity when it comes to promotion, interaction and socializing with friends, assohttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/realtalknation/2011/03/13/homelessness-in-americaLifestylehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/realtalknation/2011/03/13/homelessness-in-america/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/realtalknation/2011/03/13/homelessness-in-americaSun, 13 Mar 2011 05:00:00 GMTHomelessness in AmericaRealTalkNation welcomes representatives from the Neglected Bloodline program to discuss the issue of the rising population of homelessness amongst teens and elderly in America and what they are doing to help the situation.00:31:00RealTalkNationnohomeless,teens,elderly,America,neglected bloodlineRealTalkNation welcomes representatives from the Neglected Bloodline program to discuss the issue of the rising population of homelessness amongst teens and eldhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/realtalknation/2011/03/06/are-inner-city-schools-failing-our-childrenLifestylehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/realtalknation/2011/03/06/are-inner-city-schools-failing-our-children/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/realtalknation/2011/03/06/are-inner-city-schools-failing-our-childrenSun, 06 Mar 2011 05:00:00 GMTAre Inner City Schools Failing Our Children?Why do inner-city African-American and Latino students have such high drop-out and low literacy rates? Is the public school system to blame? Is it the parents? RealTalkNation goes in to discuss the factors that contribute to the low success rate of inner city students with an interview with a Los Angeles inner-city high school teacher.00:30:00RealTalkNationnoeducation,African-American,Latinos,drop-out,schoolsWhy do inner-city African-American and Latino students have such high drop-out and low literacy rates? Is the public school system to blame? Is it the parents?http://www.blogtalkradio.com/realtalknation/2011/02/27/swag-but-no-sagFashionhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/realtalknation/2011/02/27/swag-but-no-sag/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/realtalknation/2011/02/27/swag-but-no-sagSun, 27 Feb 2011 05:00:00 GMTSwag but no SagAre young African-American males unfairly targeted based on the way they dress? Should all young men of color pull up their pants in order to be seen as positive citizens? Tune in to RealTalkNation as we welcome Bishop W. Todd Ervin from Church One in Long Beach Ca, to discuss his 'Swag but no sag' campaign created to urge all young urban men to pull up their pants in order to display a better representation of themselves and their community.00:31:00RealTalkNationnosagging,fashion,African American males,gang banging,hip-hopAre young African-American males unfairly targeted based on the way they dress? Should all young men of color pull up their pants in order to be seen as positivhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/realtalknation/2011/02/20/all-star-weekendLifestylehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/realtalknation/2011/02/20/all-star-weekend/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/realtalknation/2011/02/20/all-star-weekendSun, 20 Feb 2011 05:00:00 GMTAll-Star WeekendThe NBA All-Star 2011, Los Angeles. Is the NBA too black? Are Whites becoming turned off due to a lack of American-born white players? Where is Carmelo headed? Are players overpaid? RealTalkNation is talking All-Star weekend.00:30:00RealTalkNationnoNBA,basketball,2011 All Star game,Blake Griffin,LakersThe NBA All-Star 2011, Los Angeles. Is the NBA too black? Are Whites becoming turned off due to a lack of American-born white players? Where is Carmelo headed?http://www.blogtalkradio.com/realtalknation/2011/02/13/the-writerdirector-producer-of-the-independent-film-changeLifestylehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/realtalknation/2011/02/13/the-writerdirector-producer-of-the-independent-film-change/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/realtalknation/2011/02/13/the-writerdirector-producer-of-the-independent-film-changeSun, 13 Feb 2011 05:00:00 GMTThe Writer/Director & Producer of the independent film "Change'Join RealTalkNation tonight as we interview independent filmmakers Melissa Osbourne & Bridgette Wright who are responsible for the short film "Change" which centers around an African-American teeneager who grapples with his sexual identity on the night Barrack Obama is elected president and Proposition 8, the voter initiative to eliminate same-sex marriage, is passed.00:31:00RealTalkNationnoChange,homosexuality,African American,Proposition 8,ObamaJoin RealTalkNation tonight as we interview independent filmmakers Melissa Osbourne & Bridgette Wright who are responsible for the short film "Change" which cenhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/realtalknation/2011/01/23/blacklatino-relations-in-los-angelesLifestylehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/realtalknation/2011/01/23/blacklatino-relations-in-los-angeles/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/realtalknation/2011/01/23/blacklatino-relations-in-los-angelesSun, 23 Jan 2011 05:00:00 GMTBlack/Latino Relations in Los AngelesRealTalkNation discusses the issues associated with the African-American and the ever-increasing Latino community in California. We will discuss different factors such as racial tension, gang violence, the jail system, neighborhood dynamics as well as solutions for Blacks and Latinos to co-exist in the community with special guest longtime producer (Street Science w/ Dominique Diprima 92.3 the Beat) and Human Relations Consultant Fidel Rodriguez.00:31:00RealTalkNationnoLatinos,African American,California,Black and Brown relations,gangsRealTalkNation discusses the issues associated with the African-American and the ever-increasing Latino community in California. We will discuss different factohttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/realtalknation/2011/01/16/gun-controlLifestylehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/realtalknation/2011/01/16/gun-control/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/realtalknation/2011/01/16/gun-controlSun, 16 Jan 2011 05:00:00 GMTGun ControlWould stricter gun control laws have prevented the Tucson rampage?00:31:00RealTalkNationnoguns,Tucson,Republicans,Jared Lee Loughner,Sarah PalinWould stricter gun control laws have prevented the Tucson rampage?http://www.blogtalkradio.com/realtalknation/2011/01/09/the-peacemaker-la-gang-warsLifestylehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/realtalknation/2011/01/09/the-peacemaker-la-gang-wars/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/realtalknation/2011/01/09/the-peacemaker-la-gang-warsSun, 09 Jan 2011 05:00:00 GMTThe Peacemaker: L.A. Gang WarsRealTalkNation welcomes special guest Marcus "Squeak Ru" Moore who appeared on the A&E reality show "The Peacemaker: L.A. Gang Wars". We discuss the show and what can be done to bring about peace on the streets of L.A.00:31:00RealTalkNationnogang,crips,bloods,Los Angeles,the peacemakerRealTalkNation welcomes special guest Marcus "Squeak Ru" Moore who appeared on the A&E reality show "The Peacemaker: L.A. Gang Wars". We discuss the show and whhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/realtalknation/2010/12/19/kwanzaa-creator-dr-maulana-karengaLifestylehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/realtalknation/2010/12/19/kwanzaa-creator-dr-maulana-karenga/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/realtalknation/2010/12/19/kwanzaa-creator-dr-maulana-karengaSun, 19 Dec 2010 05:00:00 GMTKwanzaa Creator Dr. Maulana KarengaKwanzaa is an African American and Pan-African holiday celebrated by millions throughout the world African community. However, many African-Americans are not entirely clear on the concept and/or the practices of Kwanzaa. RealTalkNation welcomes the originator of Kwanzaa, Dr. Maulana Karenga to shed light on this African tradition.00:32:00RealTalkNationnoDr Maulana Karenga,Kwanzaa,African Americans,holiday,ChristmasKwanzaa is an African American and Pan-African holiday celebrated by millions throughout the world African community. However, many African-Americans are not enhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/realtalknation/2010/12/05/is-obama-living-up-to-african-american-expectationsLifestylehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/realtalknation/2010/12/05/is-obama-living-up-to-african-american-expectations/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/realtalknation/2010/12/05/is-obama-living-up-to-african-american-expectationsSun, 05 Dec 2010 05:00:00 GMTIs Obama living up to African-American expectations?Some say 'no' some say 'yes' many blacks are divided on whether President Obama is actually all that they expected him to be when they turned out in record numbers on election day to vote for him. A good number of African-Americans are disillusioned with the President as they feel he has not fulfilled expectations while others are still in strong support of him. RealTalkNation discusses this controversial issue.00:32:00RealTalkNationnoObama,African American,politics,President,electionSome say 'no' some say 'yes' many blacks are divided on whether President Obama is actually all that they expected him to be when they turned out in record numbhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/realtalknation/2010/11/28/do-african-american-women-hate-their-hairLifestylehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/realtalknation/2010/11/28/do-african-american-women-hate-their-hair/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/realtalknation/2010/11/28/do-african-american-women-hate-their-hairSun, 28 Nov 2010 05:00:00 GMTDo African-American women hate their hair?Perms, weaves, braids, wigs...African-American women spend millions of dollars on hair care. But are black women trying to live up to a European standard of beauty or is it another example of the diversity of African-American culture. Is it really healthy for black women to chemically straighten their hair? Should more choose natural hairstyles? RealTalkNation discusses the issue of black hair with representatives from the Wooli Me Expo/Conference.00:30:00RealTalkNationnoHair,African American,natural,perm,weavePerms, weaves, braids, wigs...African-American women spend millions of dollars on hair care. But are black women trying to live up to a European standard of beahttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/realtalknation/2010/11/21/black-male-gayLifestylehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/realtalknation/2010/11/21/black-male-gay/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/realtalknation/2010/11/21/black-male-gaySun, 21 Nov 2010 05:00:00 GMTBlack, Male...& GayAlthough openly gay individuals have been pushed to the forefront in the flap regarding the issue of gay marriage African-American males who are gay are even less accepted as their white counterparts across the country. Being a black man who is gay is still very much unacceptable in the community. This gives rise to the "down-low" lifestyle which in-turn can lead to a rise in the number of HIV & AIDS cases among African-American females. RealTalkNation discusses being black, male and gay in America with special guest Rev. Tommie Watkins, an openly gay African American ordained Baptist minister.00:30:00RealTalkNationnoHomosexual,gay marriage,down low,HIV,African AmericanAlthough openly gay individuals have been pushed to the forefront in the flap regarding the issue of gay marriage African-American males who are gay are even lehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/realtalknation/2010/11/07/blacks-who-do-not-believe-in-god-or-religionLifestylehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/realtalknation/2010/11/07/blacks-who-do-not-believe-in-god-or-religion/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/realtalknation/2010/11/07/blacks-who-do-not-believe-in-god-or-religionSun, 07 Nov 2010 04:00:00 GMTBlacks Who Do Not Believe In God or ReligionAfrican-Americans have always leaned heavily on the church and their faith in god to get them through tough and not-so-tough times going back as far as slavery. Whites who do not believe in god or traditional religion is not uncommon but African-American non-believers is almost an oxymoron. RealTalkNation welcomes the Atheist group the L.A. Black Skeptics for a frank discussion on whether it is possible to live life morally and happily without Religion. 00:30:00RealTalkNationnoAtheism,God,Religion,Christianity,African AmericansAfrican-Americans have always leaned heavily on the church and their faith in god to get them through tough and not-so-tough times going back as far as slavery.http://www.blogtalkradio.com/realtalknation/2010/10/31/health-and-fitness-in-the-inner-cityLifestylehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/realtalknation/2010/10/31/health-and-fitness-in-the-inner-city/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/realtalknation/2010/10/31/health-and-fitness-in-the-inner-citySun, 31 Oct 2010 04:00:00 GMTHealth and Fitness In the inner-cityObesity, heart disease, and diabetes are on the rise especially among those who live in the inner-city. Adults are constantly seeking ways to lose weight and live healthier lifestyles but don't always know the correct way to achieve this. Children in the inner-city are also at risk of becoming overweight due to unhealthy eating habits and lack of exercise. RealTalkNation examines the issues dealing with health and fitness in America's inner cities and we get diet and exercise tips from fitness expert Jason Terry.00:30:00RealTalkNationnoDiet,fitness,health,exercise,inner cityObesity, heart disease, and diabetes are on the rise especially among those who live in the inner-city. Adults are constantly seeking ways to lose weight and lihttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/realtalknation/2010/10/24/racism-does-america-hate-minoritiesLifestylehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/realtalknation/2010/10/24/racism-does-america-hate-minorities/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/realtalknation/2010/10/24/racism-does-america-hate-minoritiesSun, 24 Oct 2010 04:00:00 GMTRacism: Does America Hate Minorities?When Barack Obama was elected in 2008 the common belief amongst many whites who voted for him that racism was a thing of the past but for persons of color this was the furthest thing from the truth. From the discovery of racist e-mail from Fmr. Virginia Beach Republican Party Chairman David immigrant Manuel Jamines in Los Angeles and Oscar Grant in Oakland, not to mention the ongoing fear and persecution of Middle Eastern/Muslim citizens and backlash against illegal immigration. Does America hate anyone who is not white/Anglo Saxon? Or are minorities in America inviting scrutiny? RealTalkNation has a frank discussion with author/poet Sadiki Bakari.00:31:00RealTalkNationnoRacism,America,Racial Profiling,Sadiki Bakari,MinoritiesWhen Barack Obama was elected in 2008 the common belief amongst many whites who voted for him that racism was a thing of the past but for persons of color thishttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/realtalknation/2010/10/17/the-current-state-of-hip-hop-musicLifestylehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/realtalknation/2010/10/17/the-current-state-of-hip-hop-music/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/realtalknation/2010/10/17/the-current-state-of-hip-hop-musicSun, 17 Oct 2010 04:00:00 GMTThe Current State of Hip-Hop MusicWith the 2010 hip hop awards recently airing on BET, Hip-Hop continues to be a powerful genre of music that was once written off by some as a fad that would eventually disappear. But has the music hit a creative and moral lull? Some of the biggest rappers in the business such as Rick Ross, Young Jeezy, T.I. and Gucci Mayne all proclaim to be ex-drug dealers and brag about living the lifestyle of the "trap" but without any of the consequences. How much of their stories are truth and how much are tall tales that are used to entertain the masses? What about kids who make up a large percentage of the audience who are not able to distinguish fantasy from reality? Are rappers misleading the youth by glorifying and romanticizing elements of the gritty streets without explaining the real consequences of engaging in criminal behavior? Has hip-hop devolved from the 80's and 90's or is it progressing with the times? RealTalkNation examines the current state of Hip-Hop music and welcomes special guests Dee Barnes & Rose Almight T. from the early 90's group "Body N Soul".00:31:00RealTalkNationnoHip-Hop,2010 BET Hip Hop Awards,Body N Soul,Young Jeezy,Rick RossWith the 2010 hip hop awards recently airing on BET, Hip-Hop continues to be a powerful genre of music that was once written off by some as a fad that would evehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/realtalknation/2010/10/10/interracial-dating-the-myths-vs-the-realitiesLifestylehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/realtalknation/2010/10/10/interracial-dating-the-myths-vs-the-realities/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/realtalknation/2010/10/10/interracial-dating-the-myths-vs-the-realitiesSun, 10 Oct 2010 04:00:00 GMTInterracial Dating: The Myths vs the RealitiesAs the urban population continues to become more and more culturally diverse many young successful singles are finding it increasingly difficult to find mates who are of equal status socially and economically with whom they also share common interests within their own race. Many are choosing to explore romantic relationships outside of their race for different reasons. But are these reasons because of necessity? Or are they buying into stereotypes regarding not only other races, but their own as well? RealTalkNation is goin' in to uncover whether the grass is truly greener on the other side!00:31:00RealTalkNationnoDating,stereotypes,Interracial,relationships,50 CentAs the urban population continues to become more and more culturally diverse many young successful singles are finding it increasingly difficult to find mates whttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/realtalknation/2010/10/03/the-mainstreaming-of-the-n-wordLifestylehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/realtalknation/2010/10/03/the-mainstreaming-of-the-n-word/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/realtalknation/2010/10/03/the-mainstreaming-of-the-n-wordSun, 03 Oct 2010 04:00:00 GMTThe Mainstreaming of the N-word"Nigga" or "Nigger"? Racial slur or term of endearment? The n-word has long been a serious topic of debate amongst blacks. Civil rights activists such as Jesse Jackson and Al Sharpton feel the word is an abomination and should never be used by anybody. African-American rappers, comedians and those from the younger generation feel the word has been stripped of its venom and is now harmless. Other races make the argument that since blacks use it endlessly to refer to themselves that it should be okay for everyone. RealTalkNation goes deep to get to the heart of the matter with a real discussion on the n-word and what it means today in America with guest, author/activist Dr. Earl Ofari Hutchinson.00:31:00RealTalkNationnonigga,n word,Dr Laura,Michael Richards,Earl Ofari Hutchinson"Nigga" or "Nigger"? Racial slur or term of endearment? The n-word has long been a serious topic of debate amongst blacks. Civil rights activists such as Jesse