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David Jay and Nadia discuss the controversial VH1 reality show Sorority Sisters and the shooting of two NYPD officers in what appears to be racial violence spiraling out of control. We review 2014 and ponder who exactly celebrates Kwanzaa. The post Putting 2014 to Pasture – TWTCL 007 appeared first on This Weird Thing Called Life.

Building a successful career is no easy task. You’ve got to get in the door and do the right things to advance—and not get fired. We discuss the positive and negative perceptions of millennials in the workplace, lessons to be learned about what not to do at work from the Sony Pictures Entertainment hack, and tips for acing job interviews. We also have a hack to help you prioritize and accomplish your goals, especially as you head into the new year. Highlights Millennials Face Challenges in the Workplace It’s tough out there for millennials, who are having trouble finding employment and are earning less than previous generations. Millenials have earned a bad wrap as divas and job hoppers, despite the positives they bring to the workplace. We explore the benefits and challenges of being a millennial in the working world. [3:41] Sony Gets Hacked Although hacking is a violation, we’ve learned a lot about Sony Pictures Entertainment through the hacked information that has been released. Beyond the salaries, celebr

David Jay details his speed dating disaster and gives his unique views on the nationwide protest following the non-indictment of a NYC police officer accused of murdering an unarmed Eric Garner. Nadia is tired of the misinformation in the media and tells us what things you should do in your career before you turn age 35. All this in addition to life hacks and lessons on earning on your online purchases and the benefits of cutting the cord of cable TV. The post Stop the Lies – TWTCL 005 appeared first on This Weird Thing Called Life.

Beyond chatting about Ray Rice’s overturned National Football League suspension for domestic violence, we’ve got life hacks, lessons, and tips galore. Learn what black women are doing differently to make it to millionaire status, who you should avoid dating, and how to survive holiday parties as an introvert. If you’re stuck trying to accomplish your goals, we have a clever hack for you. We also share a touching story that will inspire you to live life with no regrets. Highlights Ray Rice Gets a Second Chance Does former Baltimore Ravens running back Ray Rice deserve a second chance? We discuss the court’s decision to overturn Rice’s indefinite suspension for violating the National Football League’s domestic violence policy. [8:15] Black Women Millionaires Do Things Differently If you have dreams of becoming a successful entrepreneur and earning seven figures, hear what black women millionaires are doing to get ahead and reach millionaire status. Everyone can benefit from these tips. [18:59] Unsuitable for Da

Nadia and David Jay give more insight on the Bill Cosby sexual assault allegations and discuss the University of Virginia's response to a victim of rape on its campus. David Jay offers his predictions of what will happen in Ferguson. Nadia talks about the health risk of holding on to “frenemies” and much more. Highlights Team Cosby or Team Accusers Battle lines are being drawn: Team Cosby or Team accusers. We give updates on the Bill Cosby scandal and discuss what side the black community appears to be coming down on. [06:30] Rape on UVA Campus A horrific gang rape took place at UVA and has gained national attention. We tackle this touchy subject and discuss whether the UVA response to it was appropriate. UPDATE: It turns out that some of the details reported in the Rolling Stone story may be questionable, prompting the magazine to post a note to its readers. [20:00] Ferguson Chaos We discuss the craziness surrounding Ferguson and ponder why the media chooses to focus on the most ambiguous police abuse cases.

We can’t resist talking about Bill Cosby since he’s a staple in the news. Kim Kardashian posing nude isn’t news, but it does bring up some interesting questions about who should and shouldn’t be posing nude and standards for beauty. Actress Lena Dunham reveals some shocking information in her new book. Is what she described normal or not? We’re not psychologists, but we do have our opinions. Nadia recaps her experience at Usher’s UR Experience concert, and David Jay realizes he’s getting old. If you’ve had enough of the “takers” in your life, you’re not alone. Nadia encourages all the “givers” to rid themselves of these leeches. David Jay offers tips for making friends as an adult. Highlights Bill Cosby Rape Allegations Comedian Bill Cosby is in the news for all the wrong reasons. We provide an update on what’s going on and discuss the rape allegations. [3:34] Should Kim Kardashian Be Posing Nude? Kim Kardashian’s nude photo shoot for the Winter 2014 issue of Paper magazine caused quite a stir. As a mother, s

It’s our first episode and we’re talking about dating and how well women know men, the seriousness of street harassment, building wealth (yes, regular folks can do it), and realizing a 3-day work week. David Jay laments about being blacklisted by a cable giant. We also share life hacks and lessons that will help you advance in your career and earn adoration from your family and friends. Highlights How Well Do Women Know Men? Men and women often don’t get each other, but women know more about men’s dating habits than you may think. We discuss the findings from a Coffee Meets Bagel dating survey that will give single women some insight into how men behave when dating. Granted it’s not a scientific study, you still be better equipped to deal with the madness that is dating. [09:16] The Seriousness of Street Harassment By now everyone’s probably seen the video of the woman walking around New York City and being harassed more than 100 times. We look at the issue of street harassment from male and female perspectiv