Speak Truth 2 Life
By Pamela Osbey
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Speak Truth 2 Life Jan 08, 2024
Season 4: Ep. 45 Burglary Tourism Found in California and other Affluent Neighborhoods
I didn't really know this was a thing but a but people are getting their homes burglarized and not by the regular people you would think. A ring of international burglars have targeted high end and affluent neighborhoods in America. Recently in Glendale, CA it was discovered that four individuals using their tourist visas committed crimes. Let's talk about it.
Season 4: Ep. 44 The Role of Gatekeepers and Public Response to P Diddy's Viral Video
Many in the public were shocked and disappointed by the viral video that displayed P Diddy's aggressive and violent nature. Let's talk about it.
Season 4: Ep. 43 EXPLOSIVE VIDEO SHOWS MOGUL P DIDDY ASSAULTING EX PARTNER
P Diddy's exposed and the explosive video highlighting a very private and sad assault against his ex partner Cassie Ventura went viral last Friday. Let's talk about it.
Season 4: Ep. 42 Bad Role Models for Youth and the whole Sexxy Red situation at a school
Rapper Sexxy Red was invited to a school but during the school event, members of a school administration pulled her aside to tell her that she reeked of marijuana and that she needed to leave. Was the school in the wrong or should they have done their research on the rapper before the invitation? Are celebrities good role models for the youth? Let's talk about it.
Season 4: Ep. 41 Teacher Goes Viral for Hair Braiding Incident
Did a teacher do something wrong or did the viral moment highlight people oversexualizing an innocent incident? Let's talk about it.
Season 4: Ep. 40 Questions Remain in Mica Miller's Case | Suicide Ideation & the Role of Religion
Questions remain in the Mica Miller case. Let's talk about it.
Season 4: Ep. 39 Surprising Details in Mica Miller's Divorce Leading UP to Her Untimely Death | True Crime
More shocking details about Mica Miller's relationship, the separation and his alleged girlfriend. Let's talk about it.
Season 4: Ep. 38 The Mysterious Death of Mica Miller | True Crime
A mysterious death of a prominent pastor's wife in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina has a lot of people wondering. Let's talk about it.
Season 4: Ep. 37 Fake Veneer Techs Go Viral on TikTok| A Case in Illinois shuts down a Veneer Technician
When a real life veneer specialist is busted in Illinois it highlights the viral moments that have taken over my for you page on TikTok. Let's talk about it.
Season 4: Ep. 36 Brian McKnight's Controversy about his Eldest Children
Recently, the singer/songwriter came to social media to announce that he won't be be focusing on his eldest children because they are a Product of "sin". It's caused quit the stir, let's talk about it.
Season 4: Ep. 35 PHONE SCAM LEADS TO DEATH OF UBER DRIVER | The Untimely Death of Loletha Hall
A Uber driver by the name of Loletha Hall to pick up a package at the home of Mr. William J. Brock leads to a deadly conflict where the unarmed driver believing to pick up a package was confronted by Mr. Brock, and subsequently lead to her untimely death. If not for her dash camera capturing the deadly conflict as it unfolded, we would never know what happened between the two unsuspecting victims of a scam phone call.
Let's talk about it.
Season 4: Ep. 34 Data Privacy, Breaches and Controversy: Temu and TikTok
Data Privacy is very important to consumers and many of us have used an digital app that did not protect our privacy and a data breach may have occurred to compromise our identity. Even using a two-factor authentication which is supposed to be helping us can be breached. Let's talk about Temu and TikTok controversial moments dealing with Americans information.
Season 4: Ep. 33 London Actress Faces Racist Attacks | Romeo & Juliet Backlash
A talented London actress faces racist attacks due to being announced as the cast announcement is released in London. The negative reactions of many people online lead to the organization making an announcement and prompts over 900 Black Performers to write a letter of support. Let's talk about it.
Season 4: Ep. 32 Senior Pranks, Good, Bad or Indifferent | Chicagoland issues alerts about a senior prank
During the last year of high school, I do not remember doing senior pranks, that is doing a prank that engages with older seniors in my community. During my time, we did senior week activities that did not involve using water guns and pointing them at individuals. In multiple suburbs, the police in several Chicago Suburbs have warned that there are senior games that may attack playfully with seniors. Let's talk about it.
Season 4: Ep. 31 Jarrod Carmichael's Controversy amidst new Reality Show
Recently comedian Jarrod Carmichael came under fire for his reality based show and a slave play joke he made which was revealed on his show. Are we too sensitive about this or is he in the wrong?? As an artist/creative he has the right to speak his truth about any thing he deems important, however everything has consequences...lets talk about it.
Season 4: Ep. 30 Beyonce Country Album Backlash and Country Music Gatekeeping
The country music gatekeepers have loudly stated that they don't want Beyonce in Country music. The backlash started after the superbowl revealing of her upcoming project And have continued after the lease of the Country Carter album release on March 29th. Let's talk about it.
Season 4: Ep. 29 Carlee Russell Update | Pleads Guilty | Why is it easy for the public to believe fake stories?
If you don't remember Carlee Russell's allegations of a kidnapping, this episode will provide a summary and reminder that fabricated stories often go as "true" without verification in our society. Let's dive into it.
Season 4: Ep. 28 Winning Big Comes With a Cost | Kentucky Woman Wins 90K Quits Job
This episode features my thoughts on the story of a Kentucky woman who won 90K but quit her job. Is it better to quit a job when you win the lottery and what are the other consequences you should think about? Let's talk about it.
Season 4: Ep. 27 Overexposed | TD Jakes Raided | My Thoughts
This episode covers the impact of building a brand like celebrities often do, how the positive and negative aspects of revealing information to the public can have a negative impact leading to a lot of changes. Let's talk about it.
Season 4: Ep. 26 Quiet on the Set Documentary Highlights Brian Peck
During the Quiet on the Set documentary, an unfamiliar name came to mind Mr. Brian Peck, who apparently was given a lot of leadership roles on sets of many television shows that featured young and vulnerable child actors, and one child actor who was terribly abused. Let's talk about parental guidance and how very important it is for children to be protected in entertainment spaces.
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Season 4: Ep. 25 Fake Profile Highlights Deception vs Realness
A woman goes viral on TikTok after complaining about a date she had recently. She mentions that her dating profile picture was real but her date said otherwise. Is the use of photo filters manipulation or a confidence booster? Let's talk about it.
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Season 4: Ep. 24 Lessons and Reflections of the Baltimore Bridge Collapse
On March 26, 2024, a terrible tragedy occurred in Baltimore with the collapse of a beloved Bridge. Let's talk about it.
Season 4: Ep. 23 Relationship Reality Show Highlights the Fallacy of Attraction vs EQ
A show called Ready to Love, on OWN (Oprah's Network) highlighted a love triangle and a woman on quest for love who had to choose between her attraction vs an emotionally mature man. Let's talk about it.
Season 4: Ep. 22 QUIET ON THE SET: THE DARK SIDE OF KIDS TV | MY REACTION
A few days ago I binge watched Quiet on the Set, a documentary about the dark side of kids television programming. It was deep and really showed the darker side of entertainment industry, particularly the sad things that can happen when children actors are exposed to adults who should not be granted the innocence of talented children who act. Let's get into it!
Season 4: Ep. 21 ANGRY REACTIONS | OVEREXPOSURE
Content creator Angry Reactions had a few stressful moments recently related to an allegation regarding a serious incident involving a woman and domestic violence. This alleged incident involves his arrest and exoneration. Let's talk about it.
Season 4: Ep. 20 Women's History Month: The Impact of womanhood
In this episode I will highlight a few women that I feel have made a huge impact on womanhood and inspire others!
Season 4: Episode 19 Why Do Squatter's have more Rights than Owners
Let's talk about squatters, who they are and how to navigate the murky waters of squatting. This is an opinion based episode so dive on in with me.
Season 4: Ep. 18 Rent Vs Mortgage | Social Media Highlights the High Costs of Living
The cost of living is the main focus on this episode. In recent years, the cost of living has increased. Rent at one point was more affordable but now it's become more expensive. Let's talk about it.
Season 4: Ep. 17 Love is Blind Season 6 Highlights Unhealed Trauma & Generational Curses
The love story between Clay and AD, on Season 6 highlights unhealed trauma that affected their love story. Let's talk about generational trauma, love and accountability.
Season 4: Ep. 16 The Program | Cons, Cults and Kidnapping (Netflix docuseries) highlights Teen Abuse
The Program is an example of what can happen when youth can be exposed to horrific abuse at a young age, at the hands of adults who were either uncertified or unable to guide young people in a positive way. Instead of behavior modification, what was received is heavy and sad situation. Let's talk about it.
Season 4: Ep. 15 Wendy Williams Updates | The untimely Death of Mahogany Jackson
This episode covers two topics, the death of a 20-year-old woman in Alabama AND the Wendy Williams updates. Let's talk about it.
Season 4: Ep. 14 KELLOGG CEO DISCONNECTED COMMENTS LAUNCH A BOYCOTT | Are Cereals better option for Dinner?
CEO of Kellogg's statements have launched a boycott that starts on April 1st and ends on June 1st. People are outraged that he thinks cereal is an affordable option. Let's talk about it.
Season 4: Ep. 13 Frantic Text Reveals A Danger | Oregon Dad reveals his intention in making spiked smoothies
An innocent sleepover at a 12 year old's house reveals the monster from within. Let's talk about safety for our children and how a frantic text for help brings forth truth to save innocent girls at a sleep over.
Season 4: Ep. 12 TikToker Amasses 1.9 Million Viewers as she recalls an unhealthy relationship | REESA TESSA
Over a week ago, an Atlanta woman went viral as she recalled an unhealthy relationship with her ex-husband as she did a long form series of videos on her TikTok page (50 videos, 10 minutes each) totally 500 minutes. Many people including yours truly, listened and consumed her Who TF Did I Marry? series on TikTok. There have been highs and lows in her real life story. Let's talk about it.
Season 4: Ep. 11 Where is Wendy Williams? Documentary reactions gives Insight on Serious Illinesses
The last few days have been very sad to hear about TV show host and producer (actress) Wendy Williams. A documentary called Where is Wendy Williams came out recently on Lifetime. The documentary is in litigation as we speak. Also, a few days ago, it was released that Wendy Williams is diagnosed with multiple medical issues AND frontotemporal dementia (the same condition that Bruce Willis has) is one of the conditions Ms. Williams is suffering with. Let's dive into my reaction to Part 1 of the documentary.
Season 4: Ep. 10 Beyonce takes the Country World by Storm | Superbowl Bites
Yes, Beyonce did a wonderful commercial during the SuperBowl and teased her new song "Texas Hold 'em". Post SuperBowl, now we see that she's actually releasing a new album on March 29th. Let's talk about the reaction, backlash and the Beehive!
Season 4: Ep. 9 Kansas City Shooting Highlights Lopsided Gun Laws
Public safety is important when you are out in the community and in your city enjoying an event. Sports celebrations can bring the good and bad in people. Let's talk about personal safety, gun laws and a toxic mix of arguments that spilled over into a joyful celebration of the Superbowl.
Season 4: Ep. 8 Youth Rage and Explosion: Two incidents display uncertainty
In this episode, I highlight 2 incidents that display youth rage, emotional instability that leads to serious life complications and consequences.
Season 4: Ep. 7 Mo'Nique, Shannon Sharpe, The backlash from the interview and Social Media Commentary
My thoughts about the interview Comedian Mo'Nique had recently displays how social media has shaped our attitudes towards each other and 'group think'. Was she wrong in speaking her truth? Is the response to her interview based on hatred of the messenger? I do feel a lot of people have missed her truth and her message because some of them have grown tired of her discussing something from 14 years ago. Let's talk about it.
Season 4: Ep. 6 Amazon Prime Membership: Is it Worth it?
I have been a Prime member for years and now with the added fees for the perks we got free back in the day, I have put on pause my membership. Looking around, I see that it's much better for me to not be a member and save money elsewhere. Let's talk about it.
Season 4: Ep. 5 Why People Catfish and How to Stay Safe with Online Relationships
Online relationships offer a convenient way to connect with others, however the downside is that some people can hide behind fake profiles that could have stolen a real person's identity. It brings forth a question about the motivation of catfishing and how to stay safe with connecting with others via social media. Let's talk about it.
Season 4: Ep. 4 Mo'Nique Takes the Internet Stage with Podcaster Shannon Sharpe
2024 is turning into the year of talk that talk, walk that walk, as entertainers and public figures head to a podcast and a couch to tell their truth. Former NFL Football player, Shannon Sharpe has a very popular podcast "Club Shay Shay" that caters to truth telling on a comfy couch with some libations. Next up will be controversial actress and producer Mo'Nique. Let's talk about it.
Season 4: Ep. 3 Megan Thee Stallion Strikes Hot with her new single "HISS"
Houston-born rapper, Megan Thee Stallion hits hard with her next single Hiss which dropped on YouTube a few days ago. While she makes references to many individuals who apparently have been speaking about her, the one that hit harder was rapper Nicki Minaj. Let's talk about the power of words.
Season 4: Ep. 2 Chicago Shootings Call for Accountability But Will We Get It
Last Friday during the middle of the day, two teens were fatally wounded outside of Innovations High School in Downtown Chicago. Let's talk about it.
Season 4: Ep. 1 Royal Caribbean's World Cruise and Its Drama
The Royal Caribbean 9 Month Cruise has had a lot of interesting drama. As we are in the 2nd month of the cruise, we've seen people get sick with Covid, one woman got pregnant, one individual had to leave because of medical issues, and recently one of the cruisers got drunk and had a full meltdown on Social Media. Let's talk about it.
Season 3: Ep. 157 AMERICAN NIGHTMARE | A LOOK AT LAW ENFORCEMENT & WRONG NARRATIVES
In 2015, a couple got accused of a kidnapping hoax by the City of Vallejo, CA when a there was a terrible incident and a woman was kidapped and subsequently sexually assaulted. Due to the police not believing the boyfriend, miscommunications were released to the general public and false narratives began to surface. Let's talk about Netflix's number 1 trending documentary "American Nightmare" which is based on a true incident.
Season 3: Ep. 156 Viral "Brick Lady" Labeled as Somalian Scammer in Houston | RETRO THOUGHTS
Last fall a Viral TikToker by the name of Ro (Ro Osman) went viral when she claimed that a man hit her with a brick and she ended in the hospital with injuries. Of course, many people were very upset by the thought of a woman getting hit with a brick and in front of men. There were heated discussions on social media and eventually she went to open a Go Fund Me account. Now, the police are stating that she alleged frauded others and an affidavit has been filed in court in Texas regarding her alleged crimes. Let's talk about it.
Season 3: Ep. 155 The Cry of Help Goes Unnoticed | The Unfortunate Case of Dr. Bailey
Dr. Bailey was a staff member at a historically black college - Lincoln University, a post in which she joined the university in May 2023. Unfortunately, Dr. Bailey suffered from a serious mental health condition which affected her life. We will discuss FMLA, the cy of help and how sometimes mental health has a stigma that affected this woman in a life changing decision.
Some people feel that Dr. Bailey should have left her job, however I do feel the school should have given resources to her in the interim. Let's talk about it.
Resources: Suicide Hotline - call/text 988
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If you or someone you know is in crisis, contact the Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-TALK (8255), or dial 911 in case of emergency.
Season 3: Ep. 154 Katt Williams Podcast Explodes, Migrants Overflow in Illinois & Remote Work Mandates
This episode includes my thoughts on the podcast that took over the internet (47M); Migrants in Illinois during the winter and Return To Work Mandates.
Season 3: Ep. 153 215 Bodies Found in Shallow Graves in Mississippi
This continues to be the year of the reveal. Over 200 bodies were found in shallow graves only marked by crosses and numbers. A few of the bodies had identification when dug up by the authorities. Civil Rights Activist/Attorney Ben Crump is representing a few of the families. Let's talk about it.