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Well intended people all over America assume that every child should be taught the same things, in the same way. The truth is that there are specific learning needs of people that are directly connected to social orientation. With the super... more

Tonight TALK-STRAIGHT takes is broadcast on the road in Nashville, Tennessee! We are covering the 2nd Annual Basketball Clinic, facilitated by the show's co-host, Pastor Ricky Waller. Also, DOCKERY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY... more

Thank you for being a part of this national dialogue! ?YOU GOT THE MIC TONIGHT? You bring the topic up, we discuss it. Join TALK-STRAIGHT host, Rev. Dr. Rueben Dockery, and co-host Pastor, Ricky Waller, as they open the... more

Two-hundred and forty-three (244) years ago, in 1776 when the author of the American Declaration of Independence, Thomas Jefferson, mentioned certain truths were self-evident he did not foresee the realities of many Urban American... more

From the framing of American society, figuratively speaking a bridge of opportunity for freedom and accomplishment was built. Oddly, the declaration of independence took a step further, to extend that bridge to African Americans.... more

For some time now, on Talk-Straight we have been discussing the general plight of Urban American youth. However it is important to recognize the fact that the circumstances related to their social plight are not simplistic in nature –... more

During our last episode, some very important and most steering dialogue took place - about the impact of little known Black movements and their impacts on the quality of life for families and youth. Perhaps one of the most significant... more

Morphine is a narcotic and it is generally used to manage severe pain. However, this drug has the potential of becoming addictive. The phrase ?Getting a buzz? refers to the use of a chemical substance to manage social stress, challenges or... more

Thanks to all, of our loyal listeners! During our last episode, the panel was challenged to identify at least five measurables changes that could be affected. By the end of the show, seven were identified. Tonight, in an open microphone... more

TALK-STRAIGHT's last episode, June 9, 2020, was both steering and provocative! The focus of discussion was on empowering despondent youth to channel their energies in productive ways. Specifically, a Facebook participant... more

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