http://www.blogtalkradio.com/talkingoutloudIn the era of social networking, texting, and emailing, people don’t talk anymore, and healthy debate seems to be fading away. On this show, we talk out loud! We have REAL conversations about life and our relationships from home to work to Wal-Mart. Our goal is to facilitate healthy discussions about our experiences in order that someone else might be enlightened or educated. On the Talking Out Loud Show, we want to hear ALL perspectives on the topics, especially those that are taboo. Yes, we go there! So tune in and let's talk about it... Out Loud. Our host is Sharon A. Myers. enCopyright Sharon Myers (C/O Blogtalkradio)Fri, 14 Jun 2019 21:00:00 GMTWed, 04 May 2011 03:00:00 GMTRomanceBlogTalkRadio Feed v2.0https://dasg7xwmldix6.cloudfront.net/hostpics/3fe2d37b-efbe-4685-8648-988ca7319010_tol_pic_5b.jpghttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/talkingoutloudIn the era of social networking, texting, and emailing, people don’t talk anymore, and healthy debate seems to be fading away. On this show, we talk out loud! We have REAL conversations about life and our relationships from home to work to Wal-Mart. Our goal is to facilitate healthy discussions about our experiences in order that someone else might be enlightened or educated. On the Talking Out Loud Show, we want to hear ALL perspectives on the topics, especially those that are taboo. Yes, we go there! So tune in and let's talk about it... Out Loud. Our host is Sharon A. Myers. feeds@blogtalkradio.comBlogTalkRadio.comromance,ms shae,dating,relationships,relationship,marriage,talking out loud,love,women,sexMs ShaenoIn the era of social networking, texting, and emailing, people don’t talk anymore, and healthy debate seems to be fading away. On this show, we talk out loepisodichttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/talkingoutloud/2011/05/04/love-is-not-enoughRomancehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/talkingoutloud/2011/05/04/love-is-not-enough/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/talkingoutloud/2011/05/04/love-is-not-enoughWed, 04 May 2011 03:00:00 GMTLOVE is NOT Enough We know that love is important to any relationship, but what happens when it's not enough?  What makes people stray from their relationship... but continue to claim they love their mate?  Let's talk about that... OUT LOUD! 01:34:00Ms Shaenorelationship,love,infidelity,divorce,ms shaeWe know that love is important to any relationship, but what happens when it's not enough?  What makes people stray from their relationship... but continue tohttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/talkingoutloud/2011/04/27/fatherless-impactRomancehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/talkingoutloud/2011/04/27/fatherless-impact/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/talkingoutloud/2011/04/27/fatherless-impactWed, 27 Apr 2011 03:00:00 GMTFatherless Impact! Not having both parents in the home is not a guarantee that you will fail in life... but it does have an impact on the life you lead.  Sadder is parents who purposely keep their children from the other parent.  Let's talk about the impact of sons AND daughters growing up with out their father, how they love, how they live, how they handle emotions.  Is it as bad as statistics say?  Let's talk about that OUT LOUD! 01:32:00Ms Shaenofatherless,parents,single,divorced,ms shaeNot having both parents in the home is not a guarantee that you will fail in life... but it does have an impact on the life you lead.  Sadder is parents who puhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/talkingoutloud/2011/04/20/respectRomancehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/talkingoutloud/2011/04/20/respect/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/talkingoutloud/2011/04/20/respectWed, 20 Apr 2011 03:00:00 GMTR.E.S.P.E.C.T. Respect is a beautiful thing to be given.  Respect is also a lovely thing to give.  But what happens when the definitions don't match up.  I may think that I am being respectful to you, but you don't see it that way and vice versa.  Some people think that respect is a level of fear.  Let's talk about that... OUT LOUD! 01:33:00Ms Shaenorespect,relationship,dating,marriage,ms shaeRespect is a beautiful thing to be given.  Respect is also a lovely thing to give.  But what happens when the definitions don't match up.  I may think that I ahttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/talkingoutloud/2011/04/06/murderers-top-10-things-that-kill-relationshipsRomancehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/talkingoutloud/2011/04/06/murderers-top-10-things-that-kill-relationships/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/talkingoutloud/2011/04/06/murderers-top-10-things-that-kill-relationshipsWed, 06 Apr 2011 03:00:00 GMTMurderers! Top 10 Things that Kill RelationshipsWhile I may be persuaded to believe that relationships just die on their own from time to time, I'm not convinced. I believe there are specific activities, events and people that MURDER the relationship. Let's talk about that... OUT LOUD!01:32:00Ms Shaenodivorce,breakup,relationship,ms shae,datingWhile I may be persuaded to believe that relationships just die on their own from time to time, I'm not convinced. I believe there are specific activities, evehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/talkingoutloud/2011/03/30/replay-what-a-man-wantsRomancehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/talkingoutloud/2011/03/30/replay-what-a-man-wants/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/talkingoutloud/2011/03/30/replay-what-a-man-wantsWed, 30 Mar 2011 03:00:00 GMTREPLAY: What A Man WantsMs Shae is taking a break... so enjoy this replay of last summer's hit show "What A Man Wants!" It was eye-opening!01:06:00Ms Shaenoreplay,men,women,dating,relationshipsMs Shae is taking a break... so enjoy this replay of last summer's hit show "What A Man Wants!" It was eye-opening!http://www.blogtalkradio.com/talkingoutloud/2011/03/23/monogamy-is-not-naturalRomancehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/talkingoutloud/2011/03/23/monogamy-is-not-natural/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/talkingoutloud/2011/03/23/monogamy-is-not-naturalWed, 23 Mar 2011 03:00:00 GMTMonogamy is NOT Natural Some people wholeheartedly believe that man was not meant to have only one mate and that it is only natural that he has a harem of women. What do you believe? Let's talk about that... OUT LOUD! 01:33:00Ms Shaenodating,marriage,harem,monogamy,relationshipSome people wholeheartedly believe that man was not meant to have only one mate and that it is only natural that he has a harem of women. What do you believe?http://www.blogtalkradio.com/talkingoutloud/2011/03/16/how-to-control-your-husbandRomancehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/talkingoutloud/2011/03/16/how-to-control-your-husband/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/talkingoutloud/2011/03/16/how-to-control-your-husbandWed, 16 Mar 2011 03:00:00 GMTHow to Control Your Man! Yes, I'm going to tell the secrets! If you have listened to previous shows, you already know the answer... but if you're new, I've got something for you. Let's talk about that.. OUT LOUD! 01:46:00Ms Shaenoromance,marriage,couples,relationship,datingYes, I'm going to tell the secrets! If you have listened to previous shows, you already know the answer... but if you're new, I've got something for you. Let'shttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/talkingoutloud/2011/03/09/identity-theft-lost-in-a-relationshipRomancehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/talkingoutloud/2011/03/09/identity-theft-lost-in-a-relationship/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/talkingoutloud/2011/03/09/identity-theft-lost-in-a-relationshipWed, 09 Mar 2011 04:00:00 GMTIdentity Theft: Lost in a RelationshipIt's amazing how you can spend so much time with another person that you forget who you are Many people discover, when the relationship ends, that they don't have their own identity any more. They don't know who the heck they are or what they like because every step made was tangled up with what their mate wanted. Let's talk about this... OUT LOUD.01:32:00Ms Shaenoromance,relationship,divorce,dating,marriageIt's amazing how you can spend so much time with another person that you forget who you are Many people discover, when the relationship ends, that they don't hhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/talkingoutloud/2011/03/02/why-black-women-are-aloneRomancehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/talkingoutloud/2011/03/02/why-black-women-are-alone/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/talkingoutloud/2011/03/02/why-black-women-are-aloneWed, 02 Mar 2011 04:00:00 GMTWhy Black Women Are Alone?Hank Bullard & Jaquiez Douglas, the authors of the controversial book Why Black Women Are Alone: TheTruth Revealed have a few good answers that they will share with us. Being that Bullard & Douglas are two regular, good-looking, hard-working men; who are trying to give the regular man a voice on this subject matter, they offer a real look as to how the "real man" feels without the ear pleasing jargon of Therapist, Doctors, and Relationship experts. Let's talk about this... OUT LOUD!01:36:00Ms Shaenowomen,dating,romance,relationship,ms shaeHank Bullard & Jaquiez Douglas, the authors of the controversial book Why Black Women Are Alone: TheTruth Revealed have a few good answers that they will sharehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/talkingoutloud/2011/02/23/remember-the-timeLifestylehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/talkingoutloud/2011/02/23/remember-the-time/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/talkingoutloud/2011/02/23/remember-the-timeWed, 23 Feb 2011 04:00:00 GMTRemember the Time?Remember how we "used to do" way back when? This is our Throw Back Show to reminisce on the good ole days. Remember when they installed drive thru telephone booths? You can make a call without getting out of your car. School House Rock? Zoom? Big Wheels? Riding the handle bars? Those were the days! Let's go back and talk about that... OUT LOUD!01:33:00Ms Shaenoold times,reminisce,old school,remembering,ms shaeRemember how we "used to do" way back when? This is our Throw Back Show to reminisce on the good ole days. Remember when they installed drive thru telephone bhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/talkingoutloud/2011/02/16/play-by-the-relationship-rulesRomancehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/talkingoutloud/2011/02/16/play-by-the-relationship-rules/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/talkingoutloud/2011/02/16/play-by-the-relationship-rulesWed, 16 Feb 2011 04:00:00 GMTYou Don't Play by the Rules!There are so many, often unspoken, rules in relationships. Some pretty good, others are extremely horrible. No kissing on the first date, men should expect to treat, women should date only one man at a time, men should do the asking... wow! Let's talk about these right after Valentines Day... OUT LOUD to see who followed the rules!01:34:00Ms Shaenovalentines,dating,romance,rules,ms shaeThere are so many, often unspoken, rules in relationships. Some pretty good, others are extremely horrible. No kissing on the first date, men should expect tohttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/talkingoutloud/2011/02/09/whats-love-got-to-do-with-itRomancehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/talkingoutloud/2011/02/09/whats-love-got-to-do-with-it/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/talkingoutloud/2011/02/09/whats-love-got-to-do-with-itWed, 09 Feb 2011 04:00:00 GMTWhat's Love Got to Do With It?What really counts in a relationship? These days, with the number of divorces steadily increasing, it doesn't seem to be about love! Let's Talk about that.... OUT LOUD!01:34:00Ms Shaenodating,relationship,love,marriage,divorceWhat really counts in a relationship? These days, with the number of divorces steadily increasing, it doesn't seem to be about love! Let's Talk about that....http://www.blogtalkradio.com/talkingoutloud/2011/02/02/facebook-is-ruining-my-lifeRomancehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/talkingoutloud/2011/02/02/facebook-is-ruining-my-life/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/talkingoutloud/2011/02/02/facebook-is-ruining-my-lifeWed, 02 Feb 2011 04:00:00 GMTFACEBOOK is Ruining My Life! So it's been said that jobs have been lost, marriages destroyed, and friendships broken all because of Facebook. What tha french toast is that all about? Are we really blaming Facebook? Let's talk about that OUT LOUD.01:30:00Ms Shaenofacebook,divorces,friendship,fired,ms shaeSo it's been said that jobs have been lost, marriages destroyed, and friendships broken all because of Facebook. What tha french toast is that all about?http://www.blogtalkradio.com/talkingoutloud/2011/01/26/just-a-friend-huhRomancehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/talkingoutloud/2011/01/26/just-a-friend-huh/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/talkingoutloud/2011/01/26/just-a-friend-huhWed, 26 Jan 2011 04:00:00 GMTAre You Really Just Friends? So Steve Harvey says he will not have friends of the opposite sex. What is that about? Are we at a point now that if you are dating or married, you can NOT have friends of the opposite sex? Why? Let's talk about that... OUT LOUD!01:31:00Ms Shaenofriends,dating,married,opposite sex,ms shaeSo Steve Harvey says he will not have friends of the opposite sex. What is that about? Are we at a point now that if you are dating or married, you can NOhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/talkingoutloud/2011/01/19/sticks-stones-and-words-hurtLifestylehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/talkingoutloud/2011/01/19/sticks-stones-and-words-hurt/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/talkingoutloud/2011/01/19/sticks-stones-and-words-hurtWed, 19 Jan 2011 04:00:00 GMTSticks, Stones and WORDS Hurt I don't care what mama said, WORDS hurt just as much as sticks and stones, especially when those words come from someone that supposedly cares about you! Let's talk about that... OUT LOUD. 01:34:00Ms Shaenoverbal abuse,words,hurt,insulting,ms shaeI don't care what mama said, WORDS hurt just as much as sticks and stones, especially when those words come from someone that supposedly cares about you!http://www.blogtalkradio.com/talkingoutloud/2011/01/12/nickels-looking-for-dimesRomancehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/talkingoutloud/2011/01/12/nickels-looking-for-dimes/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/talkingoutloud/2011/01/12/nickels-looking-for-dimesWed, 12 Jan 2011 04:00:00 GMTNickels Looking for Dimes Do you have unrealistic expectations for the one you hope to date? You looking for someone physically fit when you're out of shape. You're looking for someone with great credit and fat savings when you are running from creditors. You want someone with no kids when you have three. Are you a nickel looking for a dime? Let's talk about that... OUT LOUD.01:34:00Ms Shaenorelationships,dating,mates,ms shae,romanceDo you have unrealistic expectations for the one you hope to date? You looking for someone physically fit when you're out of shape. You're looking for somhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/talkingoutloud/2011/01/05/why-are-you-still-singleRomancehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/talkingoutloud/2011/01/05/why-are-you-still-single/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/talkingoutloud/2011/01/05/why-are-you-still-singleWed, 05 Jan 2011 04:00:00 GMTWhy Are You STILL Single? Now if you're single, you hate hearing that question. But you've thought about it, right? Are you flawed? Or is it by choice? Or have you considered that it might be design because everyone wasn't meant to be married? Let's talk about that... OUT LOUD!!!01:33:00Ms Shaenorelationships,dating,single,married,lifeNow if you're single, you hate hearing that question. But you've thought about it, right? Are you flawed? Or is it by choice? Or have you considered thathttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/talkingoutloud/2010/12/29/let-it-end-with-2010Lifestylehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/talkingoutloud/2010/12/29/let-it-end-with-2010/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/talkingoutloud/2010/12/29/let-it-end-with-2010Wed, 29 Dec 2010 04:00:00 GMTLet it End with 2010What things do you have going on in your life that should end with the year 2010? Let's talk about the mess you WON'T be taking with you into the New Year... OUT LOUD!01:23:00Ms Shaenonew year,resolutions,life,ms shae,changesWhat things do you have going on in your life that should end with the year 2010? Let's talk about the mess you WON'T be taking with you into the New Year... OUhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/talkingoutloud/2010/12/22/your-crazy-familyLifestylehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/talkingoutloud/2010/12/22/your-crazy-family/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/talkingoutloud/2010/12/22/your-crazy-familyWed, 22 Dec 2010 04:00:00 GMTYour CRAZY FamilyIt's the holiday season and that means visiting and/or being visted by YOUR family. You already know the potential drama that awaits. And you already know which individuals will kick it off, which will do something embarassing, and which will lose their minds, if not you! Then there are those unexpected surprises! What's going to happen next? Do you dare bring a friend? Should you avoid them all? Let's talk about that... OUT LOUD! 01:04:00Ms Shaenolife,family,home,relationships,holidayIt's the holiday season and that means visiting and/or being visted by YOUR family. You already know the potential drama that awaits. And you already know whichttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/talkingoutloud/2010/12/15/friends-how-many-of-us-have-them-1Lifestylehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/talkingoutloud/2010/12/15/friends-how-many-of-us-have-them-1/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/talkingoutloud/2010/12/15/friends-how-many-of-us-have-them-1Wed, 15 Dec 2010 05:30:00 GMTFriends... How many of us have them!?Friendships for a reason, a season or a lifetime. Friendships that were good, bad and ugly. What are your experiences? Let's talk about it AGAIN... OUT LOUD!01:06:00Ms Shaenolife,friends,ms shae,friends,seasonalFriendships for a reason, a season or a lifetime. Friendships that were good, bad and ugly. What are your experiences? Let's talk about it AGAIN... OUT LOUD!http://www.blogtalkradio.com/talkingoutloud/2010/12/08/you-cant-handle-the-truthRomancehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/talkingoutloud/2010/12/08/you-cant-handle-the-truth/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/talkingoutloud/2010/12/08/you-cant-handle-the-truthWed, 08 Dec 2010 04:00:00 GMTYOU CAN'T HANDLE THE TRUTH! We are always on a quest to know what we really don't want to know in relationships... how many have you slept with? did you love her? am I the best? where you with her last night? do you love me? what did you do at the bachelor party? LOL but seriously... do you really want the answer? Can you handle the truth? Now you know, we need to talk about that!01:03:00Ms Shaenolies,truth,dating,marriage,relationshipWe are always on a quest to know what we really don't want to know in relationships... how many have you slept with? did you love her? am I the best? where yhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/talkingoutloud/2010/12/01/grown-folks-dating-part-2Romancehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/talkingoutloud/2010/12/01/grown-folks-dating-part-2/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/talkingoutloud/2010/12/01/grown-folks-dating-part-2Wed, 01 Dec 2010 04:00:00 GMTGrown Folks Dating PART 2Okay, if you listened to the last show you know that the conversation was not ready to be ended. So let's continue where we left off... talking about the rules of dating when you're a mature adult. There is a lot to be said, so let's say it... OUT LOUD!01:02:00Ms Shaenoromance,dating,adults,relationships,loveOkay, if you listened to the last show you know that the conversation was not ready to be ended. So let's continue where we left off... talking about the ruleshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/talkingoutloud/2010/11/17/grown-folks-datingRomancehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/talkingoutloud/2010/11/17/grown-folks-dating/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/talkingoutloud/2010/11/17/grown-folks-datingWed, 17 Nov 2010 04:00:00 GMTGrown Folks DatingSo we learned certain rules about dating when we were teenagers. We also had certain expectations when it came to dating. But when you're grown and over 35, the rules are quite different (or so I've heard). What's acceptable? Let's talk about that OUT LOUD! 01:02:00Ms Shaenodating,grown,rules,relationships,ms shaeSo we learned certain rules about dating when we were teenagers. We also had certain expectations when it came to dating. But when you're grown and over 35, thhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/talkingoutloud/2010/11/10/just-to-pay-the-billsLifestylehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/talkingoutloud/2010/11/10/just-to-pay-the-bills/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/talkingoutloud/2010/11/10/just-to-pay-the-billsWed, 10 Nov 2010 04:00:00 GMTJust to Pay the Bills!Times are tough for everyone. Debt collectors are blowing up your cell and banging at your door. What next...sell your body? What are you willing to DO or NOT DO to get paid? Let's talk about that ... OUT LOUD!01:04:00Ms Shaenobills,money,economy,debt,ms shaeTimes are tough for everyone. Debt collectors are blowing up your cell and banging at your door. What next...sell your body? What are you willing to DO or NOhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/talkingoutloud/2010/11/03/who-sent-romance-packingRomancehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/talkingoutloud/2010/11/03/who-sent-romance-packing/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/talkingoutloud/2010/11/03/who-sent-romance-packingWed, 03 Nov 2010 03:30:00 GMTDead and Gone... Romance & ChivalryWhat happened to the romance and chivalry we used to read about in novels? Is it that men don't know how or women just don't want it? Let's talk about it OUT LOUD!01:00:00Ms Shaenorelationships,dating,marriage,romance,ms shaeWhat happened to the romance and chivalry we used to read about in novels? Is it that men don't know how or women just don't want it? Let's talk about it OUThttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/talkingoutloud/2010/10/27/dont-make-me-overRomancehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/talkingoutloud/2010/10/27/dont-make-me-over/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/talkingoutloud/2010/10/27/dont-make-me-overWed, 27 Oct 2010 03:00:00 GMTDon't Make Me Over!Ever have someone, a date, best friend, family member, or spouse that tried to make you over?? Tell you how to dress, how to act, how to talk? Be YOU and let's talk about that OUT LOUD!00:59:00Ms Shaenomakeover,ms shae,change,relationship,spouseEver have someone, a date, best friend, family member, or spouse that tried to make you over?? Tell you how to dress, how to act, how to talk? Be YOU and let'http://www.blogtalkradio.com/talkingoutloud/2010/10/20/daddys-girlRomancehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/talkingoutloud/2010/10/20/daddys-girl/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/talkingoutloud/2010/10/20/daddys-girlWed, 20 Oct 2010 03:30:00 GMTDaddy's GirlSo how does a father's relationship with his daughter influence whether her future relationship make it or bust? Let's talk about it OUL LOUD!01:00:00Ms Shaenodaddys girl,mamas boy,ms shae,talking out loud,spoiledSo how does a father's relationship with his daughter influence whether her future relationship make it or bust? Let's talk about it OUL LOUD!http://www.blogtalkradio.com/talkingoutloud/2010/10/13/the-mamas-boyRomancehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/talkingoutloud/2010/10/13/the-mamas-boy/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/talkingoutloud/2010/10/13/the-mamas-boyWed, 13 Oct 2010 03:00:00 GMTThe Mamas BoyEver date one? Or worse, marry one? How did or is that working for you? Whether you're constantly having to live up to the statue of that parent OR damn near have them living with you in every decision, it's a tough situation. Let's talk about that... OUT LOUD!01:00:00Ms Shaenodating,relationship,daddys girl,mamas boy,ms shaeEver date one? Or worse, marry one? How did or is that working for you? Whether you're constantly having to live up to the statue of that parent OR damn nearhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/talkingoutloud/2010/10/06/blind-faith-religion-and-politicsReligionhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/talkingoutloud/2010/10/06/blind-faith-religion-and-politics/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/talkingoutloud/2010/10/06/blind-faith-religion-and-politicsWed, 06 Oct 2010 03:00:00 GMTBlind Faith in Religion and PoliticsThere is a reason its inappropriate to discuss religion and politics in public... because most will fight a bloody war defending their beliefs. Many aren't sure what they believe but are merely defending the charismatic leader in whom they have blind faith. Dare we talk about that... OUT LOUD!01:00:00Ms Shaenofaith,politics,religion,leadership,ms shaeThere is a reason its inappropriate to discuss religion and politics in public... because most will fight a bloody war defending their beliefs. Many aren't surhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/talkingoutloud/2010/09/29/double-standardsRomancehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/talkingoutloud/2010/09/29/double-standards/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/talkingoutloud/2010/09/29/double-standardsWed, 29 Sep 2010 03:00:00 GMTDouble StandardsThere are supposedly tons of double standards out there, most leaning towards women. But are they valid? Let's talk about that... OUT LOUD!01:00:00Ms Shaenodouble standards,relationships,men,women,ms shaeThere are supposedly tons of double standards out there, most leaning towards women. But are they valid? Let's talk about that... OUT LOUD!http://www.blogtalkradio.com/talkingoutloud/2010/09/15/me-time-right-priviledge-or-requirementRomancehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/talkingoutloud/2010/09/15/me-time-right-priviledge-or-requirement/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/talkingoutloud/2010/09/15/me-time-right-priviledge-or-requirementWed, 15 Sep 2010 03:00:00 GMTME TIME: Right, Privilege or RequirementIt is interesting how many people give up all of their ME TIME for a relationship. What is even more interesting is the fact that your mate is appalled when you want it back--if only a little bit. What is that all about? Let's talk about that... OUT LOUD!01:00:00Ms Shaenodating,relationships,me time,ms shae,talking out loudIt is interesting how many people give up all of their ME TIME for a relationship. What is even more interesting is the fact that your mate is appalled when yohttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/talkingoutloud/2010/09/08/the-n-word-alive-kicknLifestylehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/talkingoutloud/2010/09/08/the-n-word-alive-kickn/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/talkingoutloud/2010/09/08/the-n-word-alive-kicknWed, 08 Sep 2010 03:00:00 GMTThe N Word... Alive & KicknSo we had a funeral for the word... but either the wrong coffin was burried or we should have waited to ensure we had a body in it. Is it okay for some people to use it and others to not? Who decided that? Let's talk about that... OUT LOUD!01:00:00Ms Shaenon word,racial,ms shae,racial,americaSo we had a funeral for the word... but either the wrong coffin was burried or we should have waited to ensure we had a body in it. Is it okay for some people thttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/talkingoutloud/2010/09/01/the-other-womanLifestylehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/talkingoutloud/2010/09/01/the-other-woman/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/talkingoutloud/2010/09/01/the-other-womanWed, 01 Sep 2010 03:00:00 GMTThe Other WomanWhy do women always blame the "other" woman for the destruction of our marriages when the husband cheats. Is he not at all responsible for his actions, especially when he lies about being married in the first place? Or do we believe that mean just aren't smart enough to know what they are doing wrong? Let's talk about that ...OUT LOUD!01:00:00Ms Shaenocheater,relationships,marriage,other woman,ms shaeWhy do women always blame the "other" woman for the destruction of our marriages when the husband cheats. Is he not at all responsible for his actions, especiahttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/talkingoutloud/2010/08/25/guess-whos-coming-to-dinnerLifestylehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/talkingoutloud/2010/08/25/guess-whos-coming-to-dinner/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/talkingoutloud/2010/08/25/guess-whos-coming-to-dinnerWed, 25 Aug 2010 03:00:00 GMTGuess Who's Coming to Dinner?It was 1967 when the movie Guess Who's Coming to Dinner stirred up discussions on interracial dating. Now it's 2010 and there are STILL families that are unwilling to allow someone of a different race to join the dinner table. Have you dated outside of your race? Will you allow your children? Let's talk about that... OUT LOUD!01:00:00Ms Shaenodating,relationship,ms shae,interracial dating,race relationsIt was 1967 when the movie Guess Who's Coming to Dinner stirred up discussions on interracial dating. Now it's 2010 and there are STILL families that are unwilhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/talkingoutloud/2010/08/18/cougars-and-dirty-old-menRomancehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/talkingoutloud/2010/08/18/cougars-and-dirty-old-men/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/talkingoutloud/2010/08/18/cougars-and-dirty-old-menWed, 18 Aug 2010 03:00:00 GMTCougars and Dirty Old MenSo the term "cougar" is getting more and more attention and the connotation is getting more and more negative. What does it really mean? How is the Dirty Old Man different? And what do you call young men who prey on the sexy older woman? Let's talk about that... OUT LOUD.01:00:00Ms Shaenocougars,dirty old men,relationship,MILF,lustSo the term "cougar" is getting more and more attention and the connotation is getting more and more negative. What does it really mean? How is the Dirty Oldhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/talkingoutloud/2010/08/11/sex-begins-in-the-kitchenRomancehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/talkingoutloud/2010/08/11/sex-begins-in-the-kitchen/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/talkingoutloud/2010/08/11/sex-begins-in-the-kitchenWed, 11 Aug 2010 03:00:00 GMTSex Begins in the KitchenIn many marriages, sexual activity dwindles or for some, comes to a screetching halt. Why? Are the desires different? Are we communicating less about what we want? What's the problem? Let's talk about this... OUT LOUD!01:00:00Ms Shaenosex,marriage,couples,ms shae,talking out loudIn many marriages, sexual activity dwindles or for some, comes to a screetching halt. Why? Are the desires different? Are we communicating less about what wehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/talkingoutloud/2010/08/04/epiphany-relationshipsRomancehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/talkingoutloud/2010/08/04/epiphany-relationships/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/talkingoutloud/2010/08/04/epiphany-relationshipsWed, 04 Aug 2010 03:00:00 GMTEpiphany RelationshipsDid you have an epiphany relationship? 1) The one you let go of, you realize you should have kept, 2)the one that you kept, you should have set free a long time ago, and 3) the one that wanted you, got married right after you left. What was your wake up call? Let's talk about that... OUT LOUD!01:00:00Ms Shaenorelationships,marriage,dating,love,epiphanyDid you have an epiphany relationship? 1) The one you let go of, you realize you should have kept, 2)the one that you kept, you should have set free a long timhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/talkingoutloud/2010/07/27/games-people-playRomancehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/talkingoutloud/2010/07/27/games-people-play/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/talkingoutloud/2010/07/27/games-people-playTue, 27 Jul 2010 03:00:00 GMTHating the Playa and theGame!We hear men say I hate women who play games or that women play too many games. Really? Truth be told, men don't like when women BEAT THEM at their game. So who is better at playin? Let's talk about that... Out Loud!01:00:00Ms Shaenogames,men and women,lies,drama,Ms shaeWe hear men say I hate women who play games or that women play too many games. Really? Truth be told, men don't like when women BEAT THEM at their game. So whohttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/talkingoutloud/2010/07/20/you-made-me-do-itRomancehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/talkingoutloud/2010/07/20/you-made-me-do-it/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/talkingoutloud/2010/07/20/you-made-me-do-itTue, 20 Jul 2010 03:00:00 GMTYou Made Me Do It!!!You made me cheat on you, you made me hit you, you made me lie to you.... Really? Let's talk about this... OUT LOUD!01:00:00Ms Shaenoabuse,cheating,lying,blame,ms shaeYou made me cheat on you, you made me hit you, you made me lie to you.... Really? Let's talk about this... OUT LOUD!http://www.blogtalkradio.com/talkingoutloud/2010/07/13/forgive-forgetnotLifestylehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/talkingoutloud/2010/07/13/forgive-forgetnot/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/talkingoutloud/2010/07/13/forgive-forgetnotTue, 13 Jul 2010 03:00:00 GMTWon't Forgive, Can't ForgetWhy is it sooooo hard to forgive and forget? Whether it was a former love interest, best friend or relative, many people find it very difficult to forgive those who hurt us and forget about those hurts. Let's talk about that... OUT LOUD!01:00:00Ms Shaenoforgive and forget,relationships,overcoming,drama,ms shaeWhy is it sooooo hard to forgive and forget? Whether it was a former love interest, best friend or relative, many people find it very difficult to forgive thoshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/talkingoutloud/2010/07/06/birds-flock-opposite-attractRomancehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/talkingoutloud/2010/07/06/birds-flock-opposite-attract/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/talkingoutloud/2010/07/06/birds-flock-opposite-attractTue, 06 Jul 2010 03:00:00 GMTBirds Flock, Opposite AttractSo real birds do flock together, but do people? So womanizers only hang with womanizers and loose chicks only hang with other loose chicks? Really? Let's talk about that... OUT LOUD!01:00:00Ms Shaenobirds of a feather,opposites attract,personalities,ms shae,talking out loudSo real birds do flock together, but do people? So womanizers only hang with womanizers and loose chicks only hang with other loose chicks? Really? Let's talhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/talkingoutloud/2010/06/29/what-a-man-wantsRomancehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/talkingoutloud/2010/06/29/what-a-man-wants/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/talkingoutloud/2010/06/29/what-a-man-wantsTue, 29 Jun 2010 03:00:00 GMTWhat a Man Wants!And really, what DOES a man want? There's so much discussion on not understanding women and lots of discussion on men ONLY wanting sex or long good hair or someone to watch sports with, or someone pretty on their arm, or ANOTHER MAMA. Surely they want more. Let's talk about it, OUT LOUD!01:00:00Ms Shaenoman wants,mates,relationship,talking out loud,marriageAnd really, what DOES a man want? There's so much discussion on not understanding women and lots of discussion on men ONLY wanting sex or long good hair or somhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/talkingoutloud/2010/06/22/5050-relationshipsRomancehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/talkingoutloud/2010/06/22/5050-relationships/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/talkingoutloud/2010/06/22/5050-relationshipsTue, 22 Jun 2010 03:00:00 GMT50/50 RelationshipsIn your relationship are you giving 50%? Should you expect 50%? What does or should that 50% include? Let's talk about it OUT LOUD!01:00:00Ms Shaenorelationships,marriage,dating,couples,ms shaeIn your relationship are you giving 50%? Should you expect 50%? What does or should that 50% include? Let's talk about it OUT LOUD!http://www.blogtalkradio.com/talkingoutloud/2010/06/15/addictions-and-going-cold-turkeyLifestylehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/talkingoutloud/2010/06/15/addictions-and-going-cold-turkey/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/talkingoutloud/2010/06/15/addictions-and-going-cold-turkeyTue, 15 Jun 2010 03:00:00 GMTADDICTIONS and Going Cold TurkeyWe all have them, whether they are out in the open or hidden in secrecy... those bad habits that we can't shake. Before you say you don't have any, know that we're talking about more than drinking, smoking and doing drugs. There are also addictions to chocolate, attention, sex, cheating, food, Facebook, women, shopping and more. Let's talk about it OUT LOUD, but annonymously.01:00:00Ms Shaenoaddictions,ms shae,cold turkey,bad habits,addictionsWe all have them, whether they are out in the open or hidden in secrecy... those bad habits that we can't shake. Before you say you don't have any, know that whttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/talkingoutloud/2010/06/08/bliss-or-drama-with-mothers-and-daughtersMoms and Familyhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/talkingoutloud/2010/06/08/bliss-or-drama-with-mothers-and-daughters/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/talkingoutloud/2010/06/08/bliss-or-drama-with-mothers-and-daughtersTue, 08 Jun 2010 03:00:00 GMTBliss or Drama with Mothers and DaughtersSome mother-daughter relationships are blissfully perfect, while others are horribly disfunctional. What makes these relationships good or bad? Let's talk about that... OUT LOUD!!!01:00:00Ms Shaenomothers and daughters,ms shae,talking out loud,mothers,daughtersSome mother-daughter relationships are blissfully perfect, while others are horribly disfunctional. What makes these relationships good or bad? Let's talk abouhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/talkingoutloud/2010/06/01/oh-no-hes-got-kidsRomancehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/talkingoutloud/2010/06/01/oh-no-hes-got-kids/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/talkingoutloud/2010/06/01/oh-no-hes-got-kidsTue, 01 Jun 2010 03:00:00 GMTOh NO, He's got kids!According to the statistics that I've never read, there are many single black women in America. But many would rather stay single than consider a Single Dad, even if he is a "good man"... what's up with that. Let's Talk About It... OUT LOUD!!!01:00:00Ms Shaenosingle dads,black women,dating,relationships,ms shaeAccording to the statistics that I've never read, there are many single black women in America. But many would rather stay single than consider a Single Dad, ehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/talkingoutloud/2010/05/25/bag-ladiesRomancehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/talkingoutloud/2010/05/25/bag-ladies/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/talkingoutloud/2010/05/25/bag-ladiesTue, 25 May 2010 03:00:00 GMTBag LadiesBag lady, you gon miss your bus, you can't hurry up, cuz you got too much stuff. When they see you coming, dudes take off running, from you, its true, they do. Let's talk about the stuff that women hold on to that sabatoge their relationships! I want to hear from THE MEN... what gets in the way and makes your run off??01:00:00Ms Shaenorelationships,bag lady,ms shae,sabatoge,womenBag lady, you gon miss your bus, you can't hurry up, cuz you got too much stuff. When they see you coming, dudes take off running, from you, its true, they do.http://www.blogtalkradio.com/talkingoutloud/2010/05/11/the-my-next-boyfriend-must-have-listRomancehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/talkingoutloud/2010/05/11/the-my-next-boyfriend-must-have-list/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/talkingoutloud/2010/05/11/the-my-next-boyfriend-must-have-listTue, 11 May 2010 03:00:00 GMTThe Boyfriend ChecklistWomen all had one (or are hiding one). That list of things that the NEXT BOYFRIEND MUST HAVE. Maybe its a car, a job, an apartment, or other stuff like certain height, type of hair, and skin tone. How did it work out for you? What did you strike from the list and what encouraged additions! Let's talk about that... OUT LOUD!01:00:00Ms Shaenoms shae,sharon a myers,boyfriend list,relationship,talking out loudWomen all had one (or are hiding one). That list of things that the NEXT BOYFRIEND MUST HAVE. Maybe its a car, a job, an apartment, or other stuff like certaihttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/talkingoutloud/2010/05/04/i-cant-stop-her-abuseRomancehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/talkingoutloud/2010/05/04/i-cant-stop-her-abuse/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/talkingoutloud/2010/05/04/i-cant-stop-her-abuseTue, 04 May 2010 03:00:00 GMTI Can't Stop Her AbuseIf you've ever had a friend or relative that was being physically abused, you know how difficult it is to pull her out of a relationship that she's afraid to leave or too naive to know is wrong. Let's talk about that... OUT LOUD!01:00:00Ms Shaenoabuse,relationships,friends,ms shae,ms shaeIf you've ever had a friend or relative that was being physically abused, you know how difficult it is to pull her out of a relationship that she's afraid to lehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/talkingoutloud/2010/04/27/good-guys-always-finish-lastRomancehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/talkingoutloud/2010/04/27/good-guys-always-finish-last/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/talkingoutloud/2010/04/27/good-guys-always-finish-lastTue, 27 Apr 2010 03:00:00 GMTGood Guys Always Finish Last!Why do "good guys" always finish the race last? Are women truly obsessed with the "bad boy" or do the "good guys" need to better prepare to finish first? Maybe a woman doesn't know a good guy when she sees him. Let's talk about that... Out Loud!00:45:00Ms Shaenoms shae,good guys,bad boys,relationships,datingWhy do "good guys" always finish the race last? Are women truly obsessed with the "bad boy" or do the "good guys" need to better prepare to finish first? Maybhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/talkingoutloud/2010/04/20/facebook-flings-flames-stalkersRomancehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/talkingoutloud/2010/04/20/facebook-flings-flames-stalkers/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/talkingoutloud/2010/04/20/facebook-flings-flames-stalkersTue, 20 Apr 2010 03:00:00 GMTFacebook Flings, Flames & Stalkers!While many enjoy Facebook as it was designed, for social networking, others are "rumored" to be looking to find love or creep. In some cases the feelings are not mutual. So an added friend (whether new or old) becomes a stalker...hanging out on your page, trying to chat, and poking you!!! What's up with that? Let's talk about it... OUT LOUD!00:45:00Ms Shaenofacebook,ms shae,stalker,love,flingWhile many enjoy Facebook as it was designed, for social networking, others are "rumored" to be looking to find love or creep. In some cases the feelings are nhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/talkingoutloud/2010/04/13/lets-wait-for-marriage-to-not-have-sexRomancehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/talkingoutloud/2010/04/13/lets-wait-for-marriage-to-not-have-sex/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/talkingoutloud/2010/04/13/lets-wait-for-marriage-to-not-have-sexTue, 13 Apr 2010 03:00:00 GMTLet's Wait For Marriage To NOT Have Sex!We try to influence our children to save sex for the special someone after they are married. Yet, most don't, they do it all. Worse, when they do find the special one and get married, they STOP having sex! Wow! Let's talk about that... Out Loud.00:45:00Ms Shaenomarriage,sex,sharon a myers,ms shae,relationshipWe try to influence our children to save sex for the special someone after they are married. Yet, most don't, they do it all. Worse, when they do find the spehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/talkingoutloud/2010/04/06/rules-of-engagement-male-vs-female-part-2Romancehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/talkingoutloud/2010/04/06/rules-of-engagement-male-vs-female-part-2/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/talkingoutloud/2010/04/06/rules-of-engagement-male-vs-female-part-2Tue, 06 Apr 2010 03:00:00 GMTWhat are we teaching our daughters about sex and relationships?While little boys are taught to have as many girlfriends as possible, little girls are expected to wait for their knight in shining armour. But these days, girls aren't waiting to be pursued, they are aggressively PURSUING at early ages and offering sex as bait...even before they reach high school. Let's talk about that... Out Loud.00:45:00Ms Shaenorelationship,daughters,ms shae,sharon a myers,sexWhile little boys are taught to have as many girlfriends as possible, little girls are expected to wait for their knight in shining armour. But these days, girhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/talkingoutloud/2010/03/30/rules-of-engagement-male-vs-female-part-1Romancehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/talkingoutloud/2010/03/30/rules-of-engagement-male-vs-female-part-1/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/talkingoutloud/2010/03/30/rules-of-engagement-male-vs-female-part-1Tue, 30 Mar 2010 03:00:00 GMTWhat are we teaching our sons about sex and relationships?At an early age, men are taught to conquer as many women as possible. I can remember when my 5-year-old son was asked by an adult male "how many girlfriends do you have?" Excuse me!? He will have only one at a time, thank you very much. Today, I wonder how many men are secretly in awe that Tiger had a harem on the side. Let's talk about that... Out Loud.00:45:00Ms Shaenorelationships,men,women,ms shae,sexAt an early age, men are taught to conquer as many women as possible. I can remember when my 5-year-old son was asked by an adult male "how many girlfriends dohttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/talkingoutloud/2010/03/23/women-need-platonic-relationshipsRomancehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/talkingoutloud/2010/03/23/women-need-platonic-relationships/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/talkingoutloud/2010/03/23/women-need-platonic-relationshipsTue, 23 Mar 2010 03:00:00 GMTPlatonic Relationships: Women want them, Men don't!The definition of platonic: purely spiritual; free from sensual desire, esp. in a relationship between two persons of the opposite sex. I think women need and desire platonic relationships, while men don't--men secretly want to have sex with ALL of their female friends. What do you think? Let's have a REAL conversation and talk about it!00:30:00Ms Shaenorelationships,women,platonic,love,sexThe definition of platonic: purely spiritual; free from sensual desire, esp. in a relationship between two persons of the opposite sex. I think women need anhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/talkingoutloud/2010/03/09/living-with-a-cheaterRomancehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/talkingoutloud/2010/03/09/living-with-a-cheater/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/talkingoutloud/2010/03/09/living-with-a-cheaterTue, 09 Mar 2010 04:00:00 GMTWhy Stay with a Cheater!?On Facebook in our Talk Engage Affirm (T.E.A.) Group, a discussion thread entitled "Why do women stay with a man who cheats on her?" was posted and heavily discussed. There's two sides to every story...So I'll have guests from both sides! Let's have a REAL conversation and talk about it! Call in or chat with us!00:45:00Ms Shaenocheat,marriage,relationship,infidelity,cheaterOn Facebook in our Talk Engage Affirm (T.E.A.) Group, a discussion thread entitled "Why do women stay with a man who cheats on her?" was posted and heavily disc