"HOUSE TALK" w/Dr. Lauren D Pitts

COLLEGE ATHLETES BILL OF RIGHTS! Join this discussion on fair and equitable compensation, enforceable safety standards, and improved educational opportunities for all college athletes this Saturday, January 16th, 2021 at 11 am (EST) – on HOUSE TALK Pre-Game w/Dr. Lauren Pitts on HSRN, Blog Talk Radio and Facebook Live. 

STUDENT-ATHLETES & PARENTHOOD: Sports, Academics and Children! Some student-athletes come on campus already as parents, while others wind up in the dual role as athlete and student in an environment that increases the likelihood of engaging in behavioral risks, including sexual activity that results in parenthood. Does the NCAA have parenting policies? What are the emotional health concerns for athletes who are parents? What if any role does coaches and trainers play in supporting student-athletes with children? Are there campus resources available for student-athletes with children?

MONEY MANAGEMENT! What is the objective and subjective financial literacy level of student-athletes? What are student-athletes’ preferred mode(s) of financial education? How do student-athletes budget and spend their money? Without basic financial literacy, student-athletes, who are managing between different sources of income and how they use it, are at risk of increased stress and anxiety levels. We know that financial literacy matters as much if not more than athletic ability. Join this information packed discussion on HOUSE TALK Pre-Game w/Dr. Lauren Pitts this Saturday, January 2nd, 2021 at 11 am (EST) on HSRN, Blog Talk Radio and Facebook Live as she and her Co-Hosts Jared Johnston, Ronnie Ransome, and Andre` Garlic share a wealth of pertinent knowledge!

I WANT TO BE PAID! OR DO I? Why college athletes should not be paid? Is paying college athletes a good idea? What do college athletes get for free? Do any colleges pay their athletes? According to Travis Walton’s HuffPost article “Black Americans Support Paying College Athletes. White People? Not So Much.” Why this different perspective? Join this powerful debate that has been a growing issue in recent years on HOUSE TALK Pre-Game w/Dr. Lauren Pitts this Saturday December 26th, 2020 at 11 am (EST) on HSRN, Blog Talk Radio and Facebook Live as she and her Co-Hosts Jared Johnston, Ronnie Ransome, and Andre` Garlic chime in!

TRUST! Who can student athletes trust? How can creating trust for the NCAA improve the credibility of the NCAA? Who is the most responsible for getting the student athlete an athletic scholarship? Can student athletes trust the NCAA to make decisions in the athletes’ best interest? Who should professional athletes trust with their money? Established trust should lead to strong team cohesion and should enhance a coach's ability to develop their athletes and team to reach their full potential. Join this powerful conversation on HOUSE TALK Pre-Game w/Dr. Lauren Pitts this Saturday December 19th, 2020 at 11 am (EST) on HSRN, Blog Talk Radio and Facebook Live as she and her Co-Hosts Jared Johnston, Ronnie Ransome, and Andre` Garlic debate trust in athletics.

REAL WORLD EMPLOYMENT EXPERIENCE! For most athletes the ultimate goal is to make a living by playing a game they love. What jobs work with athletes? Do athletes make good employees? Do employers like college athletes? Are former athletes stellar employees? Join the discussion on HOUSE TALK Pre-Game w/Dr. Lauren Pitts this Saturday December 12th, 2020 at 11 am (EST) on Heritage Sports Radio Network (HSRN), Blog Talk Radio and Facebook Live as she and her Co-Hosts Jared Johnston, Ronnie Ransome, and Andre` Garlic provide some insight.

CALLING ON THE DIVINE NINE...DILEMMA! Should I pledge, if so what? What does it mean to pledge? What is the purpose of black sororities and fraternities? Why do black fraternities and sororities use Greek letters? Pledging is not for everybody and not everybody needs to join a fraternity or sorority. Are black fraternities and sororities harmful to our black culture? This is a powerful and thought-provoking discussion you don’t want to miss. Join the discussion on HOUSE TALK Pre-Game w/Dr. Lauren Pitts this Saturday, November 28th, 2020 at 11 am (EST) on Heritage Sports Radio Network (HSRN) and Blog Talk Radio as she and her Co-Hosts Jared Johnston (Bowie State University), Ronnie Ransome (Virginia State University), Andre` Garlic (Drexel University) and various members from fraternities and sororities representing the National Pan-Hellenic Council address the pledging dilemma.

THE HBCU EXPERIENCE! Are you questioning if an HBCU is right for you? Is an HBCU right for you? What type of HBCU student are you? Which HBCU should you go to? You've decided you want to go to an HBCU—great! We believe there’s an HBCU for you and we want you to join the discussion on HOUSE TALK Pre-Game w/Dr. Lauren Pitts this Saturday November 21st, 2020 at 11 am (EST) on Heritage Sports Radio Network (HSRN) and Blog Talk Radio as she and her Co-Hosts Jared Johnston (Bowie State University), Ronnie Ransome (Virginia State University) and Andre` Garlic (Drexel University) take a deep dive into the HBCU experience!

NAME, IMAGE & LIKENESS! What is name image and likeness? Should college athletes be paid for their likeness? Can college athletes have endorsements? The NCAA has responded to these questions and developments are coming forth. Join  the discussion on HOUSE TALK Pre-Game w/Dr. Lauren Pitts this Saturday November 14th, 2020 at 11 am (EST) on Heritage Sports Radio Network (HSRN) and Blog Talk Radio as she and her Co-Hosts Jared Johnston (Bowie State University), Ronnie Ransome (Virginia State University) and Andre` Garlic (Drexel University) grapple with this newly emerging set of rules for student athletes.

THERE IS MORE TO ME…CHASE THE VISION, NOT THE DREAM!  Are you interested or are you committed? What happens when you chase your dreams? What does it mean to have a vision for your future? There is an immense practical difference between creating a vision and having a dream that can decide one’s success and failure in life. Join  the discussion on HOUSE TALK Pre-Game w/Dr. Lauren Pitts this Saturday November 7th, 2020 at 11 am (EST) on Heritage Sports Radio Network (HSRN) and Blog Talk Radio as she and her Co-Hosts Jared Johnston (Bowie State University), Ronnie Ransome (Virginia State University) and Andre` Garlic (Drexel University) as they explore pursuing vision and dreams. 

YOUR OTHER SELF! Who are athletes without their sport? What happens when the playing days end? What is the hardest part of transitioning out of sports? The answers to these and many others are hard for scholar and professional athletes. Join this heartfelt discussion on HOUSE TALK Pre-Game w/Dr. Lauren Pitts this Saturday October 31, 2020 at 11 am (EST) as she and her Co-Hosts Jared Johnston (Bowie State University), Ronnie Ransome (Virginia State University) and Andre` Garlic (Drexel University) talk about life after sports.

HUDDLE! HUDDLE! How do athletes develop a strong network and support system? Do scholar and professional athletes have enough internal and external support from family or outside agencies? What can help athletes achieve a successful career transition? Join this much needed discussion on HOUSE TALK Pre-Game w/Dr. Lauren Pitts this Saturday October 24th at 11 am (EST) as she and her Co-Hosts Jared Johnston (Bowie State University), Ronnie Ransome (Virginia State University) and Andre` Garlic (Drexel University) discuss the importance of networking associations and the benefits of the HBCU culture.

Rehabilitation & My Plan B “SOUNDS” Great! What injuries are career ending? How do you deal with career ending injuries? Do professional athletes get paid when injured? What is the most common injury in athletes? Many universities do not have a contractual obligation with players to treat injuries as a result of their collegiate engagement in sports. So, what is plan B for the athlete that gets injured? Join this much needed discussion on HOUSE TALK Pre-Game w/Dr. Lauren Pitts this Saturday October 17th at 11 am (EST) as she and her Co-Hosts Jared Johnston (Bowie State University), Ronnie Ransome (Virginia State University) and Andre` Garlic (Drexel University) discuss athletic injuries and PLAN B.

EDUCATION IS KEY! How can educators and coaches support scholar-athletes' academic success? Are student athletes more successful? How do athletics affect academic performance of student athletes? Do student athletes do better in school? Why are student athletes important? The demands of sports can present problems for scholar athletes academically. Join this powerful discussion on HOUSE TALK Pre-Game w/Dr. Lauren Pitts this Saturday October 10th at 11 am (EST) as she and her Co-Hosts Jared Johnston (Bowie State University), Ronnie Ransome (Virginia State University) and Andre` Garlic (Drexel University) converse about balancing academics and sports.

HOW GOOD HAS FOOTBALL REALLY BEEN? What are the pros and cons of being a collegiate or professional athlete? Is paying college athletes a good idea? What are the advantages and disadvantages of being a professional athlete? There is plenty of value in playing college sports and there are also other factors would-be college and professional athletes should consider in their decision-making processes. Join the conversation on HOUSE TALK Pre-Game w/Dr. Lauren Pitts as she and her Co-Hosts Jared Johnston (Bowie State University), Ronnie Ransome (Virginia State University) and Andre` Garlic (Drexel University) engage in this powerful conversation on Saturday October 3rd at 11 am (EST).

TIME TO PROVE MYSELF! What are ways to improve athletic performance? What supplements improve athletic performance? How do drugs affect athletes? Should athletes be drug tested? Join the conversation on HOUSE TALK Pre-Game w/Dr. Lauren Pitts as she and her Co-Hosts Jared Johnston (Bowie State University), Ronnie Ransome (Virginia State University) and Andre` Garlic (Drexel University) engage in this powerful conversation on Saturday September 26th at 11 am (EST).

LAST CHANCE U! For some athletes, junior college is the best path to getting on a four-year college roster. Nearly everyone starts out thinking D1 is the ultimate goal but is a D1 school the best type of college experience for you or is JC really the last shot at achieving one’s athletic dreams? Join the conversation on HOUSE TALK Pre-Game w/Dr. Lauren Pitts as she and her Co-Hosts Jared Johnston (Bowie State University), Ronnie Ransome (Virginia State University) and Andre` Garlic (Drexel University) engage in a powerful conversation on the JC experience on Saturday September 19th at 11 am (EST).

Athletic Identity, Athletic Commitment and Impact of Athletic Participation – An athlete’s recognized level of athletic identity is a significant gauge for determining his/her sustainability in a sport. Athletic identity is an advantageous indicator that shows how one’s athletic involvement and experience can affect the person psychologically and cognitively. What happens if an athlete cannot play anymore? What happens if the athlete does not make the pros, then what? Join the conversation on HOUSE TALK Pre-Game w/Dr. Lauren Pitts as she and her Co-Hosts Jared Johnston (Bowie State University), Ronnie Ransome (Virginia State University) and Andre` Garlic (Drexel University) tackle identity issues among athletes on Saturday September 12th at 11 am (EST).

FALL HBCU SPORTS CRIPPLED BY COVID – 19: Historically, Black colleges and universities athletic programs are being forced to suspend or postpone fall sports SO WHAT DOES THIS MEAN FOR SCHOLAR ATHLETES? HOUSE TALK w/Dr. Lauren Pitts is back! Join Dr. Lauren Pitts and her powerful Co-Hosts – Jared Johnston (Bowie State University), Ronnie Ransome (Virginia State University) and Andre` Garlic (Drexel University) on Saturday September 5th at 11 am (EST) for HOUSE TALK Pre – Game as we launch our new season with deep, informative, thought provoking and solution focused discussions on COVID – 19, dreams deferred, successes, failures, struggles, grievances, mental health, relationships and so much more scholar athletes, their families and everyone connected to them have to deal with!  

GRIEF & LOSS | CHRONIC & TERMINAL ILLNESS: BLACK & AFRICAN AMERICANS and MENTAL HEALTH “NO MORE SHAME”– Homicide, suicide, chronic illness, terminal illness, historically shorter life span, injustice and inequality…these are just a few reasons that contribute to our sense of grief and loss while at times adversely impacting our mental wellness. Join A Seed of Hope Counseling Center and House Talk w/Dr. Lauren D. Pitts tonight 5/12/20 at 7 pm (Eastern Time – US and Canada) as we discuss GRIEF & LOSS | CHRONIC & TERMINAL ILLNESS and learn culturally sensitive ways to manage, get the culturally sensitive help needed and develop greater levels of mental wellness…

Emotional Well-being During the COVID-19 Outbreak ~ Different parts of the country are seeing different levels of COVID-19 activity. The United States nationally is currently in the initiation phases, but states where community spread is occurring are in the acceleration phase. The duration and severity of each phase can vary depending on the characteristics of the virus and the public health response. Join us Tuesday March 24, 2020 at 6 pm on “HOUSE TALK w/Dr. Lauren D. Pitts” as Dr. Brian Maiden, Dr. Gregory Williams, Counseling Resident & E-RYT 500 Yoga Teacher and Yoga Teacher Trainer Elizabeth “Izzy” Shurte and Dr. Pitts discuss the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on our emotional well-being. We want to hear from you on this very important topic so call us live during the show with your comments or questions at (515) 605-9744. 

What is mass incarceration? What are the effects of mass incarceration? What are the special ethical concerns with incarcerated populations? What causes jail overcrowding? Mass incarceration is one of the major public health crises facing the United States, as the millions of people cycling through the courts, jails, and prisons every year experience far higher rates of chronic health problems, substance use, and mental illness than the general population. Join us tomorrow night at 9pm on “House Talk” w/Dr. Lauren D. Pitts as Dr. Maiden, Dr. Pitts and their special guests – Dr. Christine Clark (University of Nevada-Las Vegas), Dr. Karen B McLean Dade (Western Washington University) and Dr. Lory Dance (University of Nebraska-Lincoln) discuss the mass incarceration crisis that extends beyond prison walls, affecting entire communities. We want to hear from you on this very important topic so call us live during the show with your comments or questions at (515) 605-9744. 

Breast Cancer Awareness and Prevention – What is the treatment for breast cancer at an early stage? What is the best treatment for breast cancer? Is chemotherapy necessary for breast cancer treatment? In cancer care, doctors specializing in different areas of cancer treatment—such as surgery, radiation oncology, and medical oncology—work together to create a patient’s overall treatment plan that combines different types of treatments. Join us tomorrow night at 9pm on “House Talk” w/Dr. Lauren D. Pitts as we provide insight about breast cancer treatment and provide resources to assist in navigating care options. We want to hear from you on this very important topic so call us live during the show with your comments or questions at (515) 605-9744. 

Breast Cancer Awareness and Prevention – Can physical activity reduce the risk of breast cancer? Can a healthy diet help to prevent breast cancer? Is there a link between oral contraceptives and breast cancer? Awareness and prevention are two effective tools in the fight against breast cancer. People can help reduce the risk of developing breast cancer by making certain lifestyle changes. In addition, it's important to detect breast cancer early through screening methods. Join us tomorrow night at 9pm on “House Talk” w/Dr. Lauren D. Pitts as we provide educational and empowering information to raise awareness about this dreadful disease impacting about 1 in 8 U.S. women (about 12%) who will develop invasive breast cancer over the course of her lifetime. We want to hear from you on this very important topic so call us live during the show with your comments or questions at (515) 605-9744.

Domestic Violence is an ACE (Adverse Childhood Experience). Domestic violence is defined by the ACE study as seeing your mother or stepmother often pushed, grabbed, slapped, or had something thrown at her, sometimes or often kicked, bitten, hit with a fist, or hit with something hard or ever repeatedly hit over at least a few minutes or threatened with a gun or knife? Join us tomorrow night at 9pm on “House Talk” w/Dr. Lauren D. Pitts in our discussion of primary prevention of domestic violence and primary prevention of domestic violence as an ACE.

National Domestic Violence Awareness Month is an annual designation observed in October. For many, home is a place of love, warmth, and comfort. It’s somewhere that you know you will be surrounded by care and support, and a nice little break from the busyness of the real world. But for millions of others, home is anything but a sanctuary. The U.S. Department of Justice estimates that 1.3 million women and 835,000 men are victims of physical violence by a partner every year. Join us tomorrow night at 9pm on “House Talk” w/Dr. Lauren D. Pitts where the discussion examines the impact of domestic violence on homes and communities and how to break the cycle of violence in your life or the life of someone you love. 

The Queen Within is not only the story of Dr. Pitts’ life, but more importantly, it is a story of extreme highs, painstaking lows, failures, and the resilience that fueled the major successes in her life. It is a story of intense love, devastating heartbreak, and tenacity to overcome told in a manner purposed to offer hope, education, empowerment and liberation from the adverse impact of life’s raging storms. Tune in tomorrow September 25th, on HOUSE TALK w/Dr. Lauren D. Pitts at 9 pm to join Dr. Pitts, Co-Host Regina Williams and a major part of Dr. Pitts’ lifelong posse – Tamara Braxton, Annette Craig, Natasha Pace, Victoria Davis, Dionne Lackey-Pitts, Valeria Miller-Ogoh, Cynthia Townsend, Dionne Bartley-Avant, Shanese Peterson, and Theresa Pitts in their discussion on Dr. Pitts’ autobiography “THE QUEEN WITHIN: Becoming the Woman God Intended”.  – Call in during the show with your comments or questions (515) 605-9744! 

“Home is where the heart is” – That statement is much more profound than it appears because it means that your home can be anywhere on this spinning orb. It means your home will always be the place where you feel the deepest affection, no matter where you are. It means you can find a home with your family in your hometown, when you are alone overseas, or anywhere in between. Tune in tomorrow September 18th, on HOUSE TALK w/Dr. Lauren D. Pitts at 9 pm to join Co-Host Dr. Brian Maiden, Brianna Pitts (Stand Up for Salem – Economic & Workforce Development Director), Gail Livingston-Slaughter (Stand Up for Salem – Promotions Committee Chairman), and Dr. Gregory Williams (ACEs expert) as they celebrate HOUSE TALK’s 50th episode by shining the spotlight on Dr. Maiden and Dr. Pitts’ hometown, Salem, NJ in their discussion on “HOME IS WHERE THE HEART IS”.  – Call in during the show with your comments or questions (515) 605-9744!

A lot of people contend that American men are in crisis. But which men? And what is the nature of that crisis? Is African American manhood in crisis? Is it safe to be a Black man in America? A struggle to define black masculinity is evident throughout African American history and discourse. How do African American men define themselves? Where do these definitions of manhood come from and are they accurate? Tune in tomorrow September 11th, on HOUSE TALK w/Dr. Lauren D. Pitts at 9 pm to join Dr. Pitts and special guest – Dr. Donald Morton founder of “The ReManned Project” as they explore African American manhood and what needs to happen to educate, empower and liberate people of color to truly raise up strong Black boys to become strong Black men. Call in during the show to join this much needed discussion on African American manhood…(515) 605-9744! 

Kink has a lot more to do with your attitude towards sex than what you necessarily actually do in the bedroom. If you’re all about missionary – style all the time, that’s cool. But if you like the occasional dabble on the wild side (in whatever way you define that), then you’re actually kinky? The Summer 2019 MAN-NESS Series is closing out with fire! Tune in tomorrow September 5th, on HOUSE TALK w/Dr. Lauren D. Pitts at 9 pm. Join Dr. Pitts and special guest – Daka Dan (the Medicine Man) in one of the most exciting topics yet…“OPENING PANDORA’S BOX: BDSM, Swinging and Masturbation”. Call in during the show to join this HOT! HOT! HOT discussion as we close out the summer right and proper…(515) 605-9744! 

Race and sexuality influence male performances of masculinity within sports. Ben Carrington argues that male dominance in early organized sports relied on presumptions of white superiority and black male emasculation. Consequently, black men have traditionally used sport to assert masculinity, resist racism, and advocate for civil rights. Tune in tomorrow August 29th, on HOUSE TALK w/Dr. Lauren D. Pitts at 9 pm, with Co-Host for the summer 2019 MAN-NESS series Dr. Brian Maiden, Dr. Pitts and special guests – former scholar athletes Alan Garlic, former Washington Redskin (Robert Green), Jared Johnston, Ronike Hayne and Ronnie Ransome as they talk about “SCHOLAR ATHLETES: Sports as a Lens of Culture & Masculinity”. Call in during the show to share your comments and questions (515) 605-9744! 

What experiences have most shaped your spiritual life? Every person has spirituality. Whatever moves or expresses your spirit or inner energy is part of your spirituality. In some senses your spirituality is expressed in every aspect of your personal and public life, yet men seem to be less religious and spiritual compared with women. Tune in tomorrow August 22nd, on HOUSE TALK w/Dr. Lauren D. Pitts at 9 pm, with Co-Host for the summer 2019 MAN-NESS series Dr. Brian Maiden, Dr. Pitts and special guests Dr. Donald Morton, Dr. Gregory Williams, and Ted Wright III as they talk about “WHAT WILL HAPPEN WHEN THIS IS ALL OVER: Men on Religion & Spirituality”. Call in during the show to share your comments and questions (515) 605-9744! 

Financially, what do you think your life will look like in 10 years? From the things men and women spend money on to the way they invest, men and women take different approaches to dealing with money. Being aware of these differences can help you better understand your own money habits. Tune in tomorrow August 15th, on HOUSE TALK w/Dr. Lauren D. Pitts at 9 pm, with Co-Host for the summer 2019 MAN-NESS series Dr. Brian Maiden, Dr. Pitts and their special guests as they talk about “THE MAN $ HIS MONEY”. Call in during the show to ask our financial experts any financially relevant questions you may have (515) 605-9744!

If you scratch the surface of swagger, men’s identities have never been as up in the air as they are today. Countless studies point to a silent modern crisis of epic proportions. Men have never before had so little freedom to say what they want, and ultimately feel like men. Tune in tomorrow August 8th, on HOUSE TALK w/Dr. Lauren D. Pitts at 9 pm, with Co-Host for the summer 2019 MAN-NESS series Dr. Brian Maiden, Dr. Pitts and special guest Dr. Julius Ford as they talk about “ARE YOU EXPERIENCING AN IDENTITY CRISIS: The Man Box”. We want to hear from you so call us live during the show with your comments and questions (515) 605-9744!

What men want in women and from women is getting more complex by the minute. Men and their motives are evolving. Commitment is one of the most important decisions a man can make or not. In a society where commitment seems to be a thing of the past, what qualities do men look for in a woman they want to marry? Do men even want to be married? Some even argue that men don’t marry because there’s nothing in it for them! Tune in tomorrow August 1st, on HOUSE TALK w/Dr. Lauren D. Pitts at 9 pm, with Co-Host for the summer 2019 MAN-NESS series Dr. Brian Maiden and Dr. Pitts as they talk about “WHO DO YOU LOVE: Single, Dating, Married or Other”. We want to hear from you so call us live during the show with your comments and questions (515) 605-9744!

What are the facts about race and crime? Is THE Black crime problem OUR black crime problem? Is Black on Black crime a myth or the reality? Do you believe that although the Black community is not responsible for the external conditions that systemically create breeding grounds for crime, the community has the responsibility of doing what it can to attack the problem from within? The relationship between race and crime in the United States has been a topic of public controversy and scholarly debate for more than a century. Tune in tomorrow July 25th, on HOUSE TALK w/Dr. Lauren D. Pitts at 9 pm, with Co-Host for the summer 2019 MAN-NESS series Dr. Brian Maiden and Dr. Pitts as they join the debate discussing “AM I MY BROTHER’S KEEPER: Black on Black Crime”. We want to hear from on this age-old topic so call us live during the show with your comments and questions (515) 605-9744!

Have you found it’s frustrating to love someone, but you don’t feel you can wholeheartedly trust them? Does thinking about death impact men differently than it does women? Unless you can create this safety with a man, he will not be able to let his guard down with you...and share the emotional intimacy required for a lasting relationship. Tune in tomorrow July 18th, on HOUSE TALK w/Dr. Lauren D. Pitts at 9 pm, with Co-Host for the summer 2019 MAN-NESS series Dr. Brian Maiden, Dr. Pitts and their special guests as they discuss EMOTIONAL SAFETY: Fear, Failure, Inadequacy & Death. We want to hear from you so call us live during the show with your comments and questions (515) 605-9744!

Is being cheated on really that bad? Are men still having sex on the down low? Why do married people cheat? Are you a side chick? What are the rules of engagement for the chick who is the side piece? Is having a ‘side piece’ the new dating norm or has it always been the case? This Thursday July 11th, on HOUSE TALK w/Dr. Lauren D. Pitts at 9 pm we’re going down into the trenches digging up the dirt in our discussion on WHO’S THE SIDE PIECE? Men & Fidelity or Not…Join Co-Host for the summer 2019 MAN-NESS series Dr. Brian Maiden and Dr. Pitts as they embark on one of the oldest relationship discussions known to man…why men cheat and with whom they cheat. We want to hear from you so call us live during the show with your comments and questions (515) 605-9744! You can also email questions in advance to Lauren@DrLaurenDPitts.com

June is Men's Health Month! Mental illness is a difficult challenge for anyone to face. It can affect men and women of any age. But mental illness can cause different symptoms in men than in women. So, some disorders in men may be harder to recognize. Why is men's mental health important? What does depression look like in a man? Which disorder is more common in males? We need to talk about men’s mental health and that’s why we want you to join us this Thursday June 27th on HOUSE TALK w/Dr. Lauren D. Pitts at 9 pm. Join Co-Host for the summer 2019 MAN-NESS series Dr. Brian Maiden, Dr. Pitts and their special guest Dr. Gregory Williams as they explore What Type of Crazy are You – Men & Mental Health: Mind, Body, Spirit Connection. This week’s episode will be a brilliant opportunity to get tips on how to get your health in check and reflect on your mental health. We want to hear from you so call us live during the show with your comments and questions (515) 605-9744! You can also email questions in advance to Lauren@DrLaurenDPitts.com

What are you addicted to? Sex? Drugs? Women? Shopping? Social Media? Alcohol? Gambling? ? Saving the loved one that’s addicted? Are you handling your addiction or is your addiction handling you? Are you guilty of spending more time trying to control your addicted loved one rather than taking proper care of yourself? Do you know how to stop being emotionally co-dependent? This Thursday June 20th on HOUSE TALK w/Dr. Lauren D. Pitts at 9 pm, join Co-Host for the summer 2019 MAN-NESS series Dr. Brian Maiden and Dr. Pitts as they dive into the belly of the beast in their discussion on men and addiction. This will be a heartfelt, at times vulnerable, transparent and in-depth discussion on addiction and the devastating impact it has on everyone it touches. More importantly, solution-focused treatment and survival strategies will be shared. It’s an episode that will transform your life so DON’T MISS IT! We want to hear from you so call us live during the show with your comments and questions (515) 605-9744! You can also email questions in advance to Lauren@DrLaurenDPitts.com

Your attitude about fatherhood, parenting, and co-parenting are the things that are completely in your control. Fatherhood is no walk in the park. Relationship discord with the mother, disagreements about paternity, visitation, child-support, discipline, schedules, bed-times and so much more that fathers have to contend with can unravel even the most level-headed dad ? and when kids play their parents against one another, all hell threatens to break loose. This week on HOUSE TALK w/Dr. Lauren D. Pitts join Co-Host for the summer 2019 MAN-NESS series Dr. Brian Maiden, Dr. Pitts and their special guest fatherhood expert Dr. Theodore Ransaw as they celebrate fathers and dig deep into issues plaguing men within the context of fatherhood. We want to hear from you so call us live during the show with your comments and questions (515) 605-9744! You can also email questions in advance to DrBrianMaiden@DrLaurenDPitts.com.

What does it mean to be a man? What is your version of masculinity? What are the issues that men face…real and/or perceived? Tired of the baby daddy drama or being labeled dumb, trifling or deadbeat? Sick of every man on TV being depicted as a man-whore? So are men! This Thursday June 6th join Co-Host Dr. Brian S. Maiden on HOUSE TALK w/Dr. Lauren D. Pitts as he and Dr. Pitts kick off their summer 2019 MAN-NESS Series. We are coming out the gate full force discussing MATING PRACTICES OF MEN: Eroticism, Love, the Hook-Up or…We are interested in hearing from men of all ages and backgrounds who want to have an authentic and blunt discussion about the issues that men face. We want to hear from you so call us live during the show with your comments and questions (515) 605-9744!

Women are doing many things right resulting in professional headway being made over the years. Unfortunately, the glass ceiling still has many cracks. There is work yet to be done to break through. We as women have areas to improve upon however, society, culture and organizations also have great strides to make as well.  We can each do more to shatter the glass ceiling. This Thursday May 30th at 9pm on HOUSE TALK w/Dr. Lauren D. Pitts we are talking about Women in Leadership: Shattering the Glass Ceiling ~ When, whereand how to do more – setting women up to succeed, getting some additional things right and equipping you to break through to the next dimensionin your career and in life! We want to hear from you – so call us live during the show with your comments and questions (515) 605-9744!

As scary as it sounds, there are a number of health conditions that disproportionately affect Black women: heart disease, stroke, diabetes, breast cancer, cervical cancer, fibroids, premature delivery, sickle cell disease, sexually transmitted diseases, and mental health issues! To combat these disparities, advocates say health care professionals must explicitly acknowledge that race and racism factor into health care. IT’S TIME FOR A CHECK-UP LADIES and we’re going to see the doctor this Thursday May 23rd at 9pm on HOUSE TALK w/Dr. Lauren D. Pitts. We want to hear from you – so call us live during the show with your comments and questions (515) 605-9744!

We all know that communication is essential for a fulfilling relationship — yet we often engage in unhealthy communication patterns. There’s a lot of communication breakdowns in our relationships and we should be tired of it and HOUSE TALK w/Dr. Lauren D. Pitts is here to help! This Thursday May 16th at 9pm on HOUSE TALK we’re diving head-first into Black Women: Interpersonal Relationships & Communication. We want to hear from you – so call us live during the show with your comments and questions (515) 605-9744! 

This Thursday May 9th on HOUSE TALK we’re peeling back the layers on Black Women Dealing with Abuse…Black women face high rates of intimate partner violence, rape, and homicide. Black girls and women also experience institutionalized racism; they are disproportionately punished in school, funneled into the criminal justice system after surviving physical or sexual abuse, disproportionately subjected to racial profiling and police brutality, and incarcerated at rates far exceeding their share of the population. We’re getting into the trenches this week and we want to hear from you – so call us live during the show with your comments and questions (515) 605-9744!

Our life is a narrative we craft. While certain things are out of our control, how we choose to exist and react to the things that happen to us is within our power. This week on HOUSE TALK kicks off an exceptional month – long series celebrating women with particular emphasis on women of color. A multitude of exceptional, amazing and inspirational women join Dr. Pitts to engage in dynamic discussions addressing strength, love, healing, abuse, motherhood, relationships, overcoming adversity, communication, health, career and so much more. Join the discussion. We want to hear from you!

April is National Child Abuse Prevention month which recognizes the importance of families and communities working together to prevent child abuse and neglect. Join us Thursday April 25th on Blog Talk Radio, Apple iTunes Podcast and SoundCloud for “HOUSE TALK” w/Dr. Lauren D. Pitts. It’s Part 3 & 4 on protective factors necessary to safeguard our youth and strengthen our families. Dr. Pitts, Dr. Greg Williams and special guest – University of Hawaii faculty member Syreeta Gary-Washington will discuss Preventing Child Sexual Abuse & Human Trafficking. Tune in to learn how you can protect your children from falling victim to sexual abuse and/or human trafficking.

This week on “HOUSE TALK” w/Dr. Lauren D. Pitts is Part 2 of the month- long series on protective factors necessary to safeguard our youth and strengthen our families. Join Dr. Pitts and Dr. Greg Williams as they discuss Preventing Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs). We want to hear from you! It’s a discussion you don’t want to miss!  

“HOUSE TALK” w/Dr. Lauren D. Pitts is dedicating the entire month of April to raising awareness and preventing child abuse. This week kicks off a month – long series grounded in protective factors necessary to protect our youth and strengthen our families. Guest Co-Host Dr. Greg Williams and a host of great experts join Dr. Pitts as they delve into a robust discussion on raising awareness – steps to improve the wellbeing of children. Join the discussion, we want to hear from you!

What does it mean to support our African-American men? Less injustice? Less inequality? Less brutality? Less emasculation? More jobs? More love? More respect? More validation? More healing? Join me Dr. Pitts, my Guest Co-Host Dr. Brian Maiden and a powerful panel of men this Thursday March 28th at 9pm as we conclude our March MAN-NESS series and peel back the layers on the very essence of what it means to support our African American men! This will be a powerful and thought-provoking discussion you definitely don’t want to miss.