RealTalk with The6thman

Shit different Now!

I sometimes find myself needing to get my thoughts out while trying to make sense of this crazy world we live in!

142 I just needed to get this off my Chest!

Sometimes I have thoughts swirling around in my head based off things that I see and hear. Tonight is one of those nights I felt the need to get a few things out that I’ve been thinking about! No guest it’s just me The6thman talking to my people! Love Y’all Be Easy!

124 G&D LLC is Washington, DC’s newest black owned FFL (Federal Firearm Licensee)

The responsible gun owners of the District of Columbia only had one option to legally get their guns processed and transfer properly for years. The backlog was vicious to say the least and the entire city was trying to go through this process only being handled by one entity which was a struggle. It’s a new day and G&D LLC is a black owned family operated business. Owners Richard & Tia Hawkins sole purpose is to facilitate the transfer of firearms into the District of Columbia to respons...

140 The District of Columbia is under a State of Emergency!

As of October 29, 2023, there have been 827 carjackings in Washington, DC. This is nearly three a day. In 2018, residents reported 140 carjackings, compared to 485 in 2022. DC crime data indicates there have been at least 113 arrests for carjackings so far this year, and 65% of those arrested are juveniles. D.C. has officially seen more than 200 homicides this year, according to the Metropolitan Police Department. When youth are sentenced they go into the care of The Department of Youth Rehabili...

139 Get a H.E.A.D w/Dani the Survivor!

Tonight we had the opportunity to bring awareness to Mental Health and our overall Physical Health. We can’t ignore when our body speaks to us or wait until it’s too late. Our guest is a 27 year old Brain Tumor survivor who breaks her silence for the first time! Dani is a child/adolescent Psychiatric Specialist with an amazing comeback story! This tragic event and her continued road to recovery has sparked a safe place for women anyone who identifies as a woman to Get A•H.E.A.D (Healing Everyone...

Episode 138 Can a man still lead the Relationship if he makes less than his spouse?

It’s always a given that Amechi and I will have a good time when we get together and tonight is no different! We love to explore new ways to enhance black love and tonight we have a barn burner of a show! We went live in the RealTalk FB Group to show our members some love and the conversation was so good we wanted to share it with you too! We hope you enjoy welcome to the show! #therealtalkpodcast

Episode 137 “Girl Code” Why do girlfriends date their friends ex? WTF

We talk about accountability all the time on this platform and with relationships there should be a “code of conduct” between friends and their friends partner! It seems the code that we once lived by is out the window and now it’s a “do you” society. It’s crazy how folks expect the fairy tale relationship but, you went against the grain with your friends by going behind their back and dating his/her ex. How’s that work? Coming up my co-host shares her experience with a friend doing this to her ...

136 Generational trauma and the lasting effects of toxic parenting!

There are many risk factors that make the transition to parenthood difficult, even in the best of circumstances. One such risk factor is the experience of parental childhood trauma, which has the potential to affect the parent/child relationship, both in terms of attachment style parental reflective functioning. This conversation aims to expand the discussion as it’s concerned with the effects of trauma has once that child transitions into adulthood. We see parenthood by looking at the role that...

135 Relationship roles shouldn’t be one sided! Let’s be Real!!

We live in crazy times now and it seems like it’s not worth being a good person anymore. Men are suppose to protect women but, shouldn’t get killed in the process. At the end of the day being good is still a good thing but, let’s make sure we being safe in certain situations. Reality tv has more of an impact on relationships then folks like to lead on especially when it comes to relationships. I can appreciate folks opinion but, shit just don’t seem real no more. Every relationship is based on t...

134 MPD’s racial and sexual discrimination lawsuit!

The 10 women say that while on the job at the Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) they were treated with contempt and subjected to a male-dominated "culture of race and sex discrimination" and "intense pervasive retaliation" when they complained about it, according to the lawsuit. Nine of the women are current and former members of the force with at least 15 years of experience. The other woman served for five years and was once honored as police officer of the year, according to the suit. #the...

132 Sports Talk, Covid and Current Events!

It’s funny to me how we have the right to choose what’s best for us individually but, someone always has a negative opinion. Covid-19 has changed the landscape of how we conduct our day-to-day life but, we’ve made the necessary changes to get through these trying times. We have the right to take the vaccine or not and shouldn’t be looked at any different based on our decision. In today’s society tv and media will try to suppress the truth and push their agenda even if it means discrediting someo...

130 Knowing who your friends aren’t shouldn’t take years to figure out!

I found it interesting the last couple of weeks to see posts on Facebook saying it sometimes takes years to figure out that some folks were never your friend! It was something that caught my attention and made me think to myself why it would even take years to figure out? The word Friend is used so loosely among other words but, there’s a clear difference between a friend and associate and people will show you with their actions what they are to you. We have to be paying attention in order to di...

128 DC's gun violence: As a community what can we do to help slow the trend?

The District’s police chief stood Friday on one of the corners most emblematic of D.C.’s recent development boom, surrounded by a circle of more than 40 people with dozens of concerned questions. A day after a gunman opened fire outside a restaurant on 14th Street NW, leaving two people injured and forcing dozens to duck for cover, residents and business owners on the tony corridor wanted to know: What are District leaders doing about the rising tide of gun violence? Chief Robert J. Contee III s...

127 “The Dating Game” Do you know what your attracted too?

Dating today can be challenging. We were all raised differently, and individuals govern their lives based on the their morals and values. Many of us are set in our ways or dealing with past traumatic unresolved issues, which frequently can hinder us from communicating and meshing with others. Dating starts with compatibility, physical appearance, and attraction. We are usually drawn to the opposite sex's appearance, physical features, and personality. Though we are attracted to the outer appeara...

125 Hey young world we hear you how can we help?

There has been a rise in carjackings and crime throughout the region the last few weeks. There’s a high profile case involving 2 female teens 13 and 15 who faces criminal charges after their carjacking incident resulted in murder. Some folks think they need to be charged as adults while others think they need help and their parents should be held accountable. It’s a lot to take in so, I wanted help to get insight and a different perspective. I appreciate the opportunity to speak with friend of t...

122 RealTalk session with Tookie: We’ve been taught right but, the wrong way!

This podcast journey has been something I never imagined. I’ve met people who have influenced and impacted my life in ways I can’t explain. That’s why I remain humble and continue to serve my community being an outlet to allow others to Be Better Than They Were Yesterday. My guest tonight falls under that same mentality. I met Tookie at an event “Up from Falling Testimonies of the Ex Offender” hosted by Minister Christopher Tate & Friendship Church Outreach Ministries. Men got the opportunit...

118 The importance of responsible black gun ownership!

Juan J. Johnson the founder of Lone Wolf Firearms Training is a National Certified NRA Instructor who is certified to teach firearms training in any state. Juan served the Metropolitan Police Department for almost 3 decades patrolling the streets of the District of Columbia and assigned to the Civil Disturbance Unit (CDU) where he learned how to shoot handguns, shotguns and handle ASP batons. Juan is a expert Marksman in handguns and is currently a licensed Firearm Instructor in the state of Mar...

117 Reflecting on 2020 the year of Covid and White Privilege!

As we all know 2020 was on for the record books. 2021 has already shown us different it will look from last year. For the first time since the memorable 1st annual RealTalk with The6thman group award show, the gang gets together to reflect on the tumultuous year that was 2020; how it effected us individually and collectively. In addition, we take a look back at 2021's explosive start via the attack on the U.S. Capitol and what it really says about America. It's a New Year RealTalk Nation...buckl...

116 Dating in 2020 looks different during Covid-19!

I appreciate the opportunity to have great dialog with members of my Facebook group and I welcome them to hit me up so, we can talk about things on their mind. In 2020 dating looks a lot different with having to wear a mask and being socially distant because of Covid-19. I can understand wanting companionship but, there’s a benefit in being by yourself while you take time to heal from your past relationship. This is a real conversation with a group member about divorce and dating in 2020. I unde...

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115 Why a Man’s rib is so important when selecting his helpmate?

In an unequivocal discussion with Karon Yarborough, The6thman provides an inside look at his divorce journey, the lessons learned and how to approach relationships moving forward. The importance of a man’s rib is very important and vital when picking his helpmate. We taking it to church tonight and I hope this is an informative conversation that changes the perspective with men as they lock down their helpmate! #therealtalkpodcast

110 Community Spotlight: Su’Coy HVAC & Community Learning Center!

This is a RealTalk with The6thman Podcast Community Spotlight! It was my pleasure to have the opportunity to chop it up with a black entrepreneur @sucoy_hvac right from around the way making major moves and impacting his community in a unique way. He has taken his HVAC business in a new direction and creating a community based school to teach students the fundamentals of this industry with 20% book work and 80% hands on experience. I appreciate him taking some time out of his busy to be a guest ...

109 Emotions are high and I understand why!

I just wanted to take a moment to get a few things off my chest and let folks know what I’m feeling and why it’s best for me to say what I need to and move on. I’m learning that It’s best for me to talk about the things that bother me rather than hold onto my thoughts and negatively blow up later. 2020 has been one for the record books but, I’m still optimistic that we can still be better than we were yesterday! Love Ya’ll #therealtalkpodcast

108 “Black Girl Magic” Black Female Entrepreneurship plays an important roll in the community.

I would like to believe that being a Black Female Entrepreneur is impactful and encourages other women to do the same! I was granted the opportunity to speak with 3 powerful women doing their thing in the community! Until recently black women have largely been left out of the narrative of dream chasing. Thankfully, over the past decade, things have shifted. From 2007 to 2018, the number of black women-owned businesses increased by 164%, more than 3x the rate of women-owned businesses. As often h...

107 Mars vs Venus and Expectations are we being unrealistic and expecting too much for ourselves?

Venus and Mars repeat their cycles and patterns and this one will echo back to 1985, in which many of us were still playing with our Barbies and G.I. Joes happily oblivious to any sort of relationship drama. But the question for us to ask is: Even as children, were we already becoming conditioned for a specific pattern of relationships? For many of us, we need to work through certain lessons and areas of relationships in order to actually move ahead into a more healthy and balanced partnership. ...

106 The state of violence in a pandemic with ANC of Ward 8 Robbie Woodland

2020 has started off as a deadly year in the District of Columbia, with nearly 30 homicides in the first three months alone. Wards 5 and 6 have seen the bulk of the year's violence to-date, with seven homicides apiece. Ward 8 had seen five homicides to-date, including, as of March 3, the city's two most recent homicides. One of those was the murder of 13-year-old Malachi Lukes, which was caught on a nearby home's doorbell camera. As of the beginning of March, D.C.'s homicide rate was running on ...

105 The Washington Redskins now The Washington Football Team!

This week's episode captures the spirits of two Washington Redskins fans. They have witnessed the glory days of a once proud football franchise. They have seen this team win three championships(83, 88 and 92) in a 10-year span. They have attended live games at RFK Stadium where they jumped on the hydraulic bleachers, echoing a noise throughout the Nation's Capital, making the Redskins one of the most feared road teams in league history. The6thman and special guest Darren have also seen their sha...

104 It’s worth the sacrifice to just be your authentic self! 💯 #therealtalkpodcast

Everyone wants to be authentic. You want to be true to yourself, not a slavish follower of social expectations. You want to “live your best life,” pursuing your particular desires, rather than falling in line with whatever everyone else thinks happiness requires. Studies have even shown that feelings of authenticity can go hand in hand with numerous psychological and social benefits: higher self-esteem, greater well-being, better romantic relationships and enhanced work performance. But authenti...

103 BLM The Movement: The mindset of a police officer! #blacklivesmatter

In the aftermath of the murder of George Floyd it’s shows that racism still exists and needs to end period point plank. As we see the protests all across this country black people along with those who feel enough is enough have been in the spotlight all over the news and social media. The narrative needs to change and the police who kill black people need to be held accountable and federal hate/racial crimes need to be instituted when it happens. This has been going for way too long and now is t...

102 We can’t confuse Change with Progress! #blacklivesmatter

In the aftermath of the murder of George Floyd it’s shows that racism still exists and needs to end period point plank. As we see the protests all across this country black people along with those who feel enough is enough have been in the spotlight all over the news and social media. The narrative needs to change and the police who kill black people need to be held accountable and federal hate/racial crimes need to be instituted when it happens. This has been going for way too long and now is t...