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In this heartfelt and thought-provoking podcast, we dive deep into the overlooked crisis of loneliness among the elderly. It's not just a lack of companionship—it's a profound emotional and spiritual deprivation that affects millions. In pt. 2 of this discussion, I explore the causes of social isolation in older adults, its profound impact on health and well-being, and the ways we can all make a difference. I also Welcomed, Liletta Harlem, the Executive Director of Dementia Caregiver Support Program to the show. Liletta shares her experience of caring for an aging parent and what that experience has been like, as she herself also navigates Loneliness due to life changes. Going from the child to the caregiver, can be a very taxing transition. Join us as we shed light on this hidden epidemic and explore how, together, we can restore warmth, meaning, and purpose to the lives of those who have given so much. Because loneliness in the elderly is more than just solitude; it's a poverty of the spirit. Let's start the conversation.

The number of adults aged 65 and older is growing and so is their experience with feeling socially isolated and regularly feeling lonely. This is also a parallel as to what the younger generation is experiencing also. In this episode, Queenie sparks the conversation about this topic. She offers her insight from as a person who works with the aging populations and a person who sees the benefits of "togethering" in her community. Tune into pt 1 of the solo-discussion. Gather some take-aways. Let's keep the conversation going! Pt 2 drops soon.

In this episode, Queenie welcomes her daughter Trinity to the show. In this episode, they discuss the growing pains of the two of them having very different personalities, while navigating a mother and daughter relationship. Things get more real when they discuss the different expectations that parents have when it comes to raising boys and girls. In this conversation, they unpack the "let them" theory and the power of acceptance. Check out our very first podcast of 2025! Powerful and Blunt!

In our final episode of 2024, I share what my year has been like. This year was a year of "leaning into the things that bring me joy." I learned so much during this year. I was more open, and I said yes to MYSELF more than I ever had. Join me as I say "thank you, but farewell" to a year well lived! Prom Queen Unsung Hero Award Presidential Lifetime Achievement Award Speaking Engagements New Car Surviving A Surgery and Blood Clot Weight Loss And so much more! HAPPY NEW YEAR!

Check out this episode of DTS podcast with Queenie Love and Jazz Songstress, Ms. Sharon Clark. Encouraged to make jazz a career by her father and high school music teacher, Sharon Clark began her professional career with the Bottle Caps doing promotional work for the Coca Cola Company. The other "Bottle Cap" was her twin sister, Sharee. Leaving Coke to fend for itself, she got her first significant jazz gig at King's Dominion just outside of Richmond, VA. Since then, she has performed at such jazz and non-jazz venues as Blues Alley, the National Press Club and Twins Lounge in Washington, D.C. and Sweet Basel in New York City. Clark continues to work in the Washington, D.C. area with a steady gig at LaPorta's Jazz Lounge in Alexandria, VA. The culture of Jazz in other countries Pursuing your dream as a black woman Traveling the world as a Jazz Singer Life Lessons Dating abroad To learn more about Ms. Sharon Clark, check out sharonclarkjazz.com

Licensed therapist and narcissism expert Vanessa M. Reiser, LCSW stopped by to chat with Queenie Love. Who is Vanessa? Do you remember when that BRIDE ran across the entire State of New York, during the COVID pandemic? She ran in her wedding dress...yes! FULL-ON wedding dress and sneakers and it went viral! Well, she is here! Check out this episode, filled with tips on how to navigate relationships with Narcs, how to work on your healing journey, the differences between the Covert Narc and the Overt Narc and how these relationships resemble being in a CULT! pre-order her book today! Narcissistic Abuse by Vanessa M. Reiser | Hachette Book Group

In this episode, Queenie Love speaks with Dr. Kelvin A. Moses. Dr. Moses serves as the Program Director for the Urologic Oncology Fellowship and is the Co-Director of the Comprehensive Prostate Cancer Clinic.  Dr. Moses is a Phi Beta Kappa graduate of the Prestigious Morehouse College and received his MD and PhD at Baylor College of Medicine. Listen in as Queenie Love dives into the conversation around Prostate Cancer and Awareness for those that we love.

In this episode, Queenie Love sits down with Myles Harris. Myles is a 26 Yr Old Best Selling Author & Motivational Speaker from Houston,TX. He has empowered young adults nationwide to achieve mental peace and fulfillment. Myles believes young adults today can only defeat the challenges they face by Changing Their Mind in order to Change Their Life.  Check out this stimulating conversation and discover tips to creating better connections with self and others. Learn more about Myles Harris at Myles "The Millennial" Harris – Myles The Millennial IG @myles.themillennial or at " LETSTALKLIKEMEN" podcast

In this episode, Queenie sits down with a special guest who fell victim to a Romance Scammer. She is a 60+ year old widow, who is vibrant, educated, beautiful and getting back out on the dating scene. Ms. Spain is a victim of the "Cryptocurrency Romance Scam" which is an online scheme where a cybercriminal forges romantic relationships through online platforms, such as dating sites and social media, to trick people into investing into crypto assets or handing them over. In some cases, the criminal will ask you to wire money from one institution into a crypto or bitcoin account, all the while, using you for their ill-gotten gains! Listen in as Ms. Spain shares her story and as she shares a message for the listeners. Be sure to follow Queenie Love on her socials for the launch of her new show! U.M.M.

In this audio, I will share 12 traits and behaviors of the "nice guy" Narc! The passive-aggressive, subtle behaviors of the "nice guy" narc can leave you a bit confused and unsure of what you are dealing with. But hang in there; I will lay it out for you. If you are dealing with someone showing these traits, reevaluate your relationship and decide what you want.

I met a lady in Annapolis, Maryland over the Summer and I fell in LOVE with she and her partner's message. Simply put.....BE KIND! Let's Spread the Message! @infiniteloveroject BeKindSign.com InfiniteLoveProject.com

I am back with NEW EPISODES, connecting with Amazing people. Have you ever met someone on a whim, and the experience changed your life? Well, it happened to me. Mrs. Erika Jackson walked into my life and lit it up! Get to know her, and you'll see why.

In this episode, Queenie speaks with Plus Davis about the importance of having uncomfortable and challenging conversations early on in relationships. How early? Very early! A little about Plus: Plus creates  and creates avenues for the youth and young adults to increase  their opportunities for wealth. Plus has been a licensed  barber for 17 years and has the privilege  of working with several men and women. Relationships is a hot topic in my chair and has proven to be a front seat to how people function in all sorts of connections.

Check out the last few minutes of the Post Show to hear what the audience had to say! This is the Best Part!

Join us for a conversation with the Men. Rico, Lamont and Kevin sit down with Queenie for a candid chat about the challenges that men face. In this episode, the men address their childhoods, parental relationships, their views on Mental Health and so much more. This is one of two episodes dealing allowing the men to chat it up without judgment or shame.

Dealing with loss can be draining. Where is "LOVES PLACE" when someone is grieving? To remain open and safe.

Col. Khallid Shabazz; Tik-Toc Famous Influencer, First Muslim Chaplain and survivor of childhood abuse, joins the show as we are kicking off our return to Youtube, by discussing the importance of creating #safespaces for #blackmen to talk, share and to be all of who they are meant to be. With 9 degrees, a myriad of awards, certifications and medals of achievements both in and out of the military, Dr. Khallid Shabazz, Ph.D.. encourages, inspires and enlightens all who are in the room. To learn more about Dr. Khallid Shabazz, follow him on all social media platforms today @Doctorkhallid #unicorngoat

In this episode the ladies have a candid discussion surrounding women's health and the things that they feel aren't discussed enough. Fibroids, Menopause, holistic health and even vibrators! Stay until the end! Follow the ladies on all social media platforms. 1 episode left!

Gurl Wait! What? He is how old? You were how young? The ladies and Queenie Love are discussing the "AGE GAP" when choosing your partner. How old is too old? How young is too young? What are the draw backs for either side that you choose to take. Would you date someone 20yrs your junior? How important is compatibility when dating with a gap in age? Is it different for women if they date younger? Why? Join us as we unpack this topic.

A Snippet of my conversation with Former Vice Mayor Willie Toney as I set down with him on behalf of the PW PERSPECTIVE News Outlet. This was such a powerful conversation. It needed to be shared. Follow PW PERSPECTIVE on YouTube and check iut the website at pwperspective.com

Just a Snippet from my ROBUST interview with Former Vice Mayor. Willie J. Toney of Dumfries. Take a listen to one of our most intimate moments of wisdom.

In this episode, Queenie Love dives into the challenges of having healthy, thriving long lasting friendships between Women. This weeks guest are Betty Tran and Akia, who both share their personal experiences with betrayal, forgiveness and their challenges with cultivating relationships. Queenie Love shares her joy with having long standing friendships and how she has been able to sustain those over the years. We get into "writing" letters to end relationships with toxic friends and reconciliation with other friendships. Join us as we dig a little deeper into understanding how we choose to show up with our girlfriends. Connect with our guest on all social media platforms. Subscribe to the Relationship Zone on all social media platforms today.

Host Queenie Love dives into another uncomfortable discussion and this time it is centered around the parenting experience with bi-racial children. How do you manage explaining the challenges of racism? How does a parent help with a child's racial identity? How do you help a child to understand both sides of their lineage without paining the wrong picture? We are talking to Betty Tran and Akia once again as they share their experience with parenting biracial children in such a race driven society. Share, Subscribe and Follow this podcast today! Follow guest on Instagram at: Betty Tran @love_me_not_3333 Akia @_ebsm_ HOST: Queenie Love @the_relationship_zone

Season 8 Ep 2 The Relationship Zone is tackling the Single & Dating while Parenting space with special guest, Betty Tran (Asian American single mom) and Kia (Jamaican American single mom). Both share their encounters dating while working, running their businesses, attending school and progressing in life all while raising children. In this episode we will discuss the challenges with dating older, marrying for the wrong reasons, dealing with and healing from our past traumas and some funny interactions with persons of interest. Share and Subscribe today! Stay Tuned: Episode 3 we will tackle the experience of Parenting Biracial Children Every Tuesday, Season 8 is brining it! Follow on ALL SOCIAL MEDIA PLATFORMS Today!

Season 8 is upon us! We made it and we are celebrating by doing something just a little different. Every Tuesday for the next 10 weeks, we will be dropping something new! In this episode, you will meet Betty Tran and Akia. Queenie, Betty and Akia both will spend a few weeks here at The Relationship Zone share differences and similarities with an intention of bringing our experiences closer while bridging the cultures. Cross-Cultural Conversations will make a difference! We will share our personal struggles with dating, challenges with cultural differences, parenting, our healing journey and more. We will also unpack the unconscious bias that some of us carry and racial stereotypes that we are all trying to shake. Please follow & subscribe today! Set your notifications! And submit your Feedback. We would love to hear from you! Facebook, Instagram, Tic-Tok!

Listen to our Final Episode for the Season!  Where do we first learn about relationships? Who and what teaches us about behaviors, love, hurt and all the things that we learn in and through human connection? In my opinion, it starts with our childhood. Our formative years has the ability to make or break us! In todays discussion, I sat down with Chris McNeil, Licensed QMHP and Mobile Therapist who's work spans from Adults to children, from mental health skill building to Community Stabilization program director. Chris is also a Certified Marriage Counselor is the founder of FamilyVersity, LLC and the lead consultant with TTP Consulting, LLC.  With everything that Chris has accomplished and is still creating, Chris shares his passion for better understanding the impact of Adverse Childhood Experiences and the collective impact on the BIPOC community. Join in as Queenie Love creates a safe space to learn, grow an evolve in the relationship with self and the younger self!  Click and Subscribe today! Thank you for rocking with us! See you in 2023

Join me for a candid conversation with Chris V. Rey J.D. Chris is not only a friend of our host, Queenie Love, but he has achieved, accomplished and pioneered so much more. Chris V Rey is the Founder, Chairman and CEO of RL9 Group, Inc & HBCU Internships Foundation, Inc| International President, Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc | Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Practitioner. In this discussion, Chris and Queenie discuss the SOIL that he was rooted in, growing up in Spring Lake & Fayetteville, North Carolina during the height of the crack epidemic and how he chose to overcome those childhood struggles. The also share their childhood to adult journeys with us and share their thoughts on mentorship, family support, their professional paths and their understandings about relationship. Enjoy a few laughs and a whole Plate Full of honesty! To learn more about Chris V. Rey | "Just an island boy who did good" follow him > @IAmChrisRey Support for the Non-Profit? www.hbcuinternships.org

Join us for Part 1 of our new Series, "An Ever Evolving Life" with Queenie Luv. In this series, Queenie host heart felt conversations surrounding the ever evolving experiences with life and the lessons that we are taught, the challenges that we overcome, the trials that we face and the blessings that comes out of it all. Queenie believes that we are not WHERE WE START...we are on a journey to GET THERE...a life course to our destiny. In this episode Queenie shares what it was like growing up in the last 80's during the crack epidemic and attending a middle school as a troubled youth. Queenie sits down with her mentor and P.E. Coach, Eric Tucker to discuss what it was like for him teaching during that time, as a black man and talented young educator at Spring Lake Junior High school, which sometimes felt like an inner city school. Coach Tucker was part of a 'TRIO' of educators who mentored Queenie and kept her on the right path, although she was oftentimes creating her own way.....Still Coach Tucker and two other educators never gave up on pouring into her and making sure that they too gave back to so many others. A little more about coach Tucker: After leaving Spring Lake Junior High School, Coach Tucker went on to touch the lives of so many students and teachers alike. Coach became a living legend at Fayetteville State University in the 90's. Coach Eric Tucker led Fayetteville State women's basketball from 1992-93 until 2008-09. The Broncos went on to three CIAA Championship appearances and five NCAA post-season berths. Within that time, FSU won (over) 300 games, a 2001 CIAA Championship, and five Southern Division titles. Coach Tucker earned two CIAA Coach of the Year honors in '93 and '94 and the conference named him the 2001 Tournament's “Most Outstanding Coach”. In Tucker's 17 seasons, FSU had a total of 19 All-CIAA student-athletes, 10 All-Tournament honorees, nine All-Rookie Team members, a Rookie of the Year, and a CIAA Tournament MVP. COACH TUCKER IS LEGENDARY! To learn more about the Premium Sea Moss Gel mentioned in the podcast please check out www.premiumseamossgel.com

A brief talk addressing friendships and our responsibility to how we participate in them. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Check out our latest Facebook live with Happiness Coach Rob Mack. Coach Mack and Queenie love shares in a very similar mindset, their thoughts on Happiness, Love and Relationships. Coach Mack spreads his wisdom regarding the importance of self work, choosing that happiness regardless of the dark days and both share in the importance of choice. We choose to get up daily and LOVE and to be happy! In this episode, "NOTHING IS WASTED"...not an experience, nor and encounter....nothing! Follow our guest at: @robmackofficial www.coachrobmack.com Books: Happiness from the Inside Out & Love from the Inside Out Celebrity Happiness Coach Rob Mack --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Thank you for joining us for Pt 2 of the "WHY ARE YOU STILL SINGLE" discussion where Queenie stands firm on the belief that Singleness is not an Illness. However our phenomenal guest shares why he believes that there may be a sickness presenting itself whether one wants to admit it or not. Tune in and stay until the end to discover where you can follow Baba and receive more of his insight. The Relationship Zone

Tune in for Pt 1 of WHY ARE YOU STILL SINGLE where I share my disdain with individuals speaking about singleness as if it is a death sentence. Or as if it is an illness and the antidote is marriage. Baba Makanjuola challenges some of my thinking in this in-depth conversation. One thing that you will discover in this conversation is the passion that we both share in believing that "loving relationships" is part of the human purpose. Stay tuned for PT 2.....and enjoy. The Relationship Zone --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode I will share my deeper views on the Five Love Languages and how understanding the languages of your partner can enhance the love shared between you two. The five love languages are five different ways of expressing and receiving love: words of affirmation, quality time, receiving gifts, acts of service, and physical touch. Not everyone communicates love in the same way, and likewise, people have different ways they prefer to receive love. Let's sink into this discussion a bit further. Learn your Primary and Secondary love languages today! https://www.amazon.com/Love-Languages-Secret-That-Lasts/dp/0802473156

Is LOVE REALLY possible? Is it like the fairytales that we grew up learning about? What does it really take to have that LOVE ever after? I am still on a journey to cultivate a life that will allow LOVE to flow freely in, stay for awhile and exist until life decides that it is time to move on. Being a hopeless romantic can sometimes be draining....because the heart seeks out what the heart wants. But in today's times, it is so hard to truly capture the love that we most desire. Yet and still, I wait. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In today's episode I share some of my challenges with my plant, a computer and my Carpet. NO, Today I'm not ok... but I am still THANKFUL. In this episode I share a few of my most recent experiences with growing past the challenges of life. Join me and share in this conversation. LIFE TEACHES US....... but are we ready to learn?

Too much Hope placed in the wrong space can be hurtful. In this episode I share my thoughts on staying in relationships too long. The person that you're looking for or waiting to come back to that relationship no longer exist. We must see people for who they are and not for who WE HOPE that they are or CAN BE! Kick back and enjoy the show and remember, I LOVE YOU exactly where you are. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

I'M BACK. Sabbatical is over and I've missed you soooo much! In this episode I'm addressing the WORDS NOT SPOKEN.... vulnerability, EGO, goodbye... and More! Check me out on TIKTOK(for now). Subscribe and come back weekly for another DOSE of WISDOM and INSPIRATION. I Love you... NO MATTER WHERE YOU ARE!

In this episode, Dr. Williams and Queenie discuss the importance of understanding ones Adverse Childhood Experiences score. What does it mean to have 4 out of 10 or 10 of 10? Tune in to discover more..... What are ACEs? The term “ACEs” is an acronym for Adverse Childhood Experiences. It originated in a groundbreaking study conducted in 1995 by the Centers for Disease Control and the Kaiser Permanente health care organization in California. In that study, “ACEs” referred to three specific kinds of adversity children faced in the home environment—various forms of physical and emotional abuse, neglect, and household dysfunction. There is a powerful, persistent correlation between the more ACEs experienced and the greater the chance of poor outcomes later in life, including dramatically increased risk of heart disease, diabetes, obesity, depression, substance abuse, smoking, poor academic achievement, time out of work, and early death. https://www.cdc.gov/violenceprevention/aces/index.html https://americanspcc.org/take-the-aces-quiz/ https://developingchild.harvard.edu/resources/aces-and-toxic-stress-frequently-asked-questions/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode, Cass_theboss and I engage in a Heart Conversation around Love, Relationships, Healing, Shadow work and so much More. Cass, is a Mom, Entrepreneur, Author and Coach that is very passionate about empowering and uplifting those that she come in contact with. She especially has a love for woman and having healing conversations that will ultimately change your life. If you are feeling overwhelmed, uncertain about life and your direction or even if you are struggling with Picking up the Pieces of life, then this show is for you. Share it with your circle because we all have some level of healing to do. Follow Cass on TikTok @Casstheboss1 and on IG @Cass_theboss Be sure listen until the end....and remember to "LIVE YOUR LIFE AND LOVE Relentlessly" --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

I'm not a clinician, however. Understanding relationships and what happened to you is wildly interesting to me. Check out my thoughts on ACEs and understanding the impact that trauma has on your life. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode I Share my discovery of knowing nothing about Love... but a little BIT about everything. Never stop believing in the possibilities of what COULD BE. DO THE WORK and lean into going after what you really want. Whether it's your job, family or relationship.. you have to be the LEADER of your own rescue. Fear will make us LOSE OUT... so why not DO IT ANYWAYS. You never know.... IT JUST MIGHT WORK OUT! Good luck.... Peace and Love. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Wow. What a Journey. As I sit here, optimistic about LOVE and OPPORTUNITY, I find myself afraid of it. Yes, me. QUEENIE LOVE. I discovered while on this journey that although I was feeling unlucky, it in fact was and has been my fears rising up inside. This dating experience has taught me so much and I have embraced the fact that I'm still growing and developing into the BEST WOMAN for my future partner. He will find me and I will be ready. In the meantime, I'm exiting the dating scene. I've decided to look within for awhile, while embracing the experiences that lie in front of me. These dating streets are not for me, right now. To my single listeners... HANG IN THERE. LOVE WILL FIND YOU exactly where you are. I know it. I've seen it. And I trust it. Make sure you spend time knowing yourself and seeing yourself through the reflection of others. This is where the learning truly takes place. Peace and Love. Q --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode I share my true thoughts on dating multiple people. I also ask, "What are we Dating for?" Why are people out here but not truly putting in effort? My experience has been fun and exciting and even met with some disappointment. But I wouldn't change any of that because meeting those that I've met, has made it all worth the time. Keep exploring and eventually you may find your ONE... at least that's what I'm going for. Peace and Love. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

I value you because you matter. Check out my chat regarding the value that I'm intentionally placing on relationships/ friendships. No cell phones. Just You and Me. No distractions, just You and Me. Pastor Keion said it Best! Let's get into it. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode I share that I met someone new and although he's amazing this far, I'm also seeing other people. Seeing others isn't the problem. But adjusting the Roster is. In addition, I share that it's challenging for me to be number 2 in any line-up. Either your first or last and I don't do last well. Make sure you shoot me an email if you feel that I'm getting this entire experience wrong. I'm just not built to keep up with multiples. I've re-learned what I always knew. I am built for LOVE and nothing less. I look forward to hearing from you. Bartalks2.0@gmail.com

LET LOVE FIND YOU! In this episode I share what I learned while recovering from COVID in January and February. Do I desire a committed relationship and is that impossible to attain in the DMV? MAYBE SO!

Ok. So we're out here dating without expectancy? Over 40? We just out here? I have so much to learn I guess. My take is, please don't waste my time. NEW YEAR... NEW EXPECTATIONS! Happy 2022!

What an I out here doing this for? Time, entertainment or love? What guys are saying and not doing. Who goes and who stays for 2022? NO GUYS or NEW GUYS!

Tune in for a glimpse into my personal dating experience since placing myself back on the market after 2+years. I've decided to sample the online dating space and the traditional dating practice. I'll be talking about sexual energy and compatibility and the importance of learning more about myself. Maybe there's a committed relationship in the works, marriage, sitautionship or a complete walk away... who knows? Just stay with me as I navigate the next year of dating, growing, learning and loving.

After 9 months of being in these dating streets, I've decided to return to my hibernation. In this episode I'm sharing what I've learned about myself, my personal dating truths, my experience in dating multiples, my unhealed wounds, the mask that people wear, dating unavailable men and soooo much more. These dating streets are not for the GOOD PEOPLE.... and certainly not for me. Let's get into it...