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8121 TalkIs Your Truth Objective or Subjective?We're back from our time off. In our time off the same subject kept creeping into our daily conversations. Truth...Wha is it? Are there different types of truth? Is there a bottom line to determine the type of truth? lets talk about and you tell us what you think to help us further understand.2025-06-0434 min
8121 Talk8121 Talk...S5 E2 "The Why Doesn't Matter"Condolences to our classmate Tammy Johnson Major on the loss of her husband. She is good people and someone we consider a friend.
This episode gets into the Why. Do You actually care why someone did you dirty or acts a certain way towards you? At a certain point in life the why becomes less relevant. lets talk about it. Thanks for listening in advance and don't forget to subscribe and like. 2025-02-0622 min
8121 Talk8121 Talk...S5E1...Patience...To much or to little?We back for another season of 8121 Talk. We start this season with some self analytical talk examining yours truly, Al. Join us and give us a like, thumbs up or whatever the platform you are on does. Thank you for listening. 2025-01-2134 min
8121 Talk8121 on 1 Talk..."Heavenly Minded But No Earthly Good"Just a little talk about religion or spirituality and the people around you. Heavenly minded but no earthly good is a phrase I had heard some years ago but never had an urge to talk about it. Well today is that day and now is the time. 2024-10-2411 min
8121 Talk"Remixing"...8121 on 1...S4 E12There's no need to fabricate the past or reinvent yourself by remixing the past. 8121 on 1 short talk before football season starts. Join us and listen in. pls like and subscribe and click the notification bell. 2024-09-0406 min
8121 Talk8121 on 1 Talk...Comfortable(at who's expense)...S4 E11In this episode comfortable is the subject. Just how far would a person go to remain comfortable? Does it matter at who's expense you'd choose to do so? Is it a selfish act? Is being reasonable outside of a person's scope? Would you ruin another's day to be comfortable in your day? Join me for a short discussion with an example using my very own experience. Please like, subscribe and comment ... thanks in advance. 2024-08-2408 min
8121 Talk8121 on 1...Dimension Talk/Food for Thought...S4 E10In this short episode an approach to understanding how I move through life is explored by using dimensional talk. It's a concept that i borrowed and remixed in order to articulate the process of life. There's a lot of rambling in effort to illustrate the point but it's my first time even trying to articulate it. Pls listen, think and subscribe...Thanks in advance...2024-08-0811 min
8121 Talk8121 on 1 S4 E9 "Histrionic Personalities"We're going 1on1 to discuss things and personalities. I'm a thinker( not the smart type) that's always thinking about who, what, why, where and when. Getting a little older now so I spend a lot of time observing and thinking...while stumbling across words and different philosophies. Elondious is absent on these but she'll be back on our normal podcast. Enjoy, listen and subscribe...Bear with us, we can only get better. Thank u in advance!!!!2024-07-2810 min
8121 Talk8121 Talk S4 E8...Being Vindictive/Men vs. WomenVindictive is vindictive...but is there a difference between men and women being vindictive? We are back for another episode discussing this subject from our perspectives or should we say from our own experiences. Leave us a comment, like or click the notification button...Thank you in advance. 2024-07-1934 min
8121 Talk8121 Talk...Ep. 0407...Aging,Aching and LifingThere's no doubt that we are getting up there in age. Though this is a blessing there are some changes that we have to deal with that are a part of life whether mental or physical. In this episode we talk about some physical things that may or may not affect you and subliminally address the acceptance and how to keep on lifing. 2024-06-2523 min
8121 Talk8121 Talk..."Does Racism Exist In Sports?"...S4 Ep. 6In this episode we talk about racism in sports and if it exists. Is it just how we as black people feel? Are we making something out of nothing? Join in on our conversation and leave a like or comment. Thanks in advance...2024-04-0827 min
8121 Talk8121 Talk...S4E5...Lou Gossett Jr.An icon and a legend in black cinema or better yet in acting. Louis Gossett Jr. is the shoulder that our successful leading men of Black American culture stood and stand on. Lets remember this Oscar winning actor and his impact on our memories and lives. Leave a comment or subscribe...Thank you in advance2024-03-3126 min
8121 Talk8121 Talk E4 S4 ..."Ur Urgency Is Not My Emergency"In this episode we talk about when someone makes their urgency you emergency. A short episode in which we describe the affects of it and touch on our part in letting it happen. Pls like and subscribe on any platform and we appreciate everything in advance. 2024-03-1918 min
8121 Talk8121 Talk...S4 E3..."Social Media Beneficial or Detrimental"In this episode we discuss social media and it's impact on us. What are some positives to using social media? Are false narratives created via social media acceptable? Should social media be regulated...If so then how? Join us for this short conversation and let us know in the comments what you think. 2024-03-0930 min
8121 Talk8121 Talk...S4 E2...FriendsFriends...How do you know who is a friend? Are there levels to friendship? Can friendships be defined? In this episode we did our best to take a closer look at the levels of friendship; Best, close, just friend then down to acquaintance and cordial. Give us a listen and leave a comment. Also like and subscribe. We thank you in advance.2024-02-2739 min
8121 Talk8121 Talk...Prioritizing kids and Your SpouseWe are back for our first episode of our fourth season. We start this season off by discussing what we feel about prioritizing kids and spouses. This convo is not clinical or expert counselor driven, its purely experiences and our opinions. Give us a listen, subscribe and feedback and we humbly appreciate ya.2024-02-2228 min
8121 Talk8121 Talk...Ep.0313...Arrogance Vs. Confidence
Is there a difference between arrogance and confident? We make the comparison using Deion Sanders as our model. Listen in on our conversation and let us know what you think about the two demeanors. Join in, like, subscribe and hit that notification bell and be up on our latest podcast.
2023-10-0338 min8121 Talk8121 Talk..."How u gonna do for mine If you aint do for urs" Ep. 0312In this episode we explore the question...How u gonna do for mine if you aint do for urs? It's a question that we pondered for a while now. There are a lot of parents that take their place in the world displaying logical stand up character as coaches, teachers and leaders but is that the case?. 2023-09-1932 min8121 Talk8121 Talk...Ep. 0311..."Are U Guilty of Entitlement?"Let's talk about entitlement and its affect on us as people that always look to help, share or see good in things. Entitlement is a cousin of enabling and both of those combined can ruin your day, week, month and even your life.
Join us in our conversation and all platforms or wherever you can hear it...just listen. 2023-08-1836 min8121 Talk8121 Talk...Hate or Honest Observation...Ep. 0310In this episode we examine the difference between hating and just giving and honest unbiased observation when warranted. It seems as though the word hater is being used in abundance in today's culture. Is it used properly or is it being used to dismiss unwanted critique?
join us on Youtube, Spotify, Apple podcast, Google Podcast or our webpage WWW.8121Talk.com to listen to this conversation.
Leave and like, comment and subscribe. Preciate Ya'll2023-08-0834 min
8121 Talk8121 Talk... Episode 9 "You act like yo Mama"As we get older we start to notice some things. Our perspectives change, our words start to sound familiar to some things we heard before. We're becoming our parents. Like and subscribe to our podcast on youtube...8121 Talk...Spotify...Google Podcast. 2023-07-121h 02
8121 Talk8121 Talk Ep. 0308...There is always light...A Heart to Heart Amongst FriendsIn this episode we talk to an old friend, Tiny. Tiny or Latonya lives in Buffalo,Ny and i've known her for over 30 years. Tiny's story is unique and one of trail and drive. Please subscribe so that i may keep more content coming. enjoy and leave a comment. 2023-06-2050 min
8121 TalkI Got A Story To Tell...Thomas Woodard...Wendell Episode 1In this first episode of Story To Tell...I tell a story about a good friend of mine that recently passed away. These stories are memoirs and therapeutic for self. Please subscribe to the channels and support so that I can get more stories out there.
Wendell was my gut that i met in college and we spoke on the phone up until his transition. In the later years Wendell became a truck driver and called every-night like clockwork when he got tired. The conversations we had on those nights along...2023-06-2007 min
8121 Talk8121 Talk Ep. 0307 "TV Time"It's just as simple as ever...We talking Snowfall and Power. These two shows have given up something to do every week. They're talked about in households around the country. We decided to weigh in on these two exciting and talked about shows. 2023-05-2628 min
8121 Talk8121 On 1...Ep. 0306..."Askin Out Loud"5 Minutes of breaking down my thought process on something we all do at some point. We eventually ask out loud...as a necessity for our sanity.
8121 on 1 is stll 8121 Talk...Elondious is completing school right now so u got me. ENJOY!!!!!2023-04-2806 min
8121 TalkIs The World Ending?Is the world ending? Is this episode on 8121 on 1 Talk I discuss this from an honest perspective via storytelling mixed with a little entertainment (It aint that serious). No animals were harmed in this 12 minute solo dialog...lol. The on 1 added to the podcast name changes nothing, it only indicates the beginnings of storytelling from either me or Elondious's perspective. 2023-04-1812 min
8121 Talk8121 Talk Ep. 0304 "Living (Black) by different rules...In AmericaIn this episode Elondious and I talk about being black in America and do we have to live by different rules as compared to the rest of America. It's a conversation that we feel all Black folk have while also it's an accepted way of life in our communities.
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listen to audio versions on Spotify for Podcasters, Apple podcast or Google Podcast...@8121 Talk2023-03-2639 min
8121 Talk8121 Talk Episode 0303 "I Got Problem With...Snowfall"In this episode we discuss Snowfall and a few other shows that we watch weekly. There are no spoilers...but some likes and don't likes about the characters. 2023-03-0916 min
8121 Talk8121 Talk Ep. 0302 "Normally We're Comfortable"In this episode we talk about our observations in regards to being uncomfortable. Most can't handle being uncomfortable and cause disruption in order to become comfortable. This is only an attempt to further understand words such as selfish, grandeur, ego and confrontational. If anything resonates with you leave us a comment and join in with defining and helping us to clearly see what we need to see. 2023-02-2836 min
8121 Talk8121 Talk...Ep1 Season 3..."Sometimes the truth ain't enough"We are back!!!!!! Season 3 Episode 1...We start off with something that we ask ourselves; Are we truthful about ourselves? Sometimes the truth ain't enough. Sometimes you just have to show through action. Besides, there are multiple truths per individual. Sit back and relax and join us in this new 2023 conversation and leave a comment, like or subscribe. 2023-01-3138 min
8121 Talk8121 Talk...X-Mas? Does It Feel The Same?...Ep. 0222In this episode we explore Christmas and what it felt to us and how it feels now. Listen in and do a little remembering about your past Christmas days. 2022-12-2529 min
8121 Talk8121 Talk...Ep. 0221..."A Thin Line"In this episode we discuss the thin line that separates freedom of speech and just plain ole malicious talk. We also tackle an age old question for us; When is it arrogance versus when is it confidence? We have pondered on this conversation for a while and we try our best to answer with our personal life experiences. Beginning in 2023 we will make "Got to be more careful" T-shirts and hoodies. We'll also ramp up our internet presence and voices. Please leave a like, comment or just subscribe. If you visit our webpage...www.8121talk.com...leave us a...2022-12-1429 min
8121 Talk8121 Talk...Ep. 0220.."54 Life..."In this episode the conversation is one of reflection. Elondious and I talk about being 54 years old and the changes in our thoughts, evaluating situations and physical changes. This episode is a holiday edition to listen to while you're eating and having conversations of your own. 2022-11-2431 min
8121 Talk8121 Talk...Ep. 0219..."Sometimes You Get Tired"We are back again!!!! We took a little break because honestly we got tired. In this episode we talk about the reasons we got tired and what we need to do in order to keep it moving. We're learning on the fly so a lot of the obstacles we encounter can be draining but we are here to talk about it and keep moving. 2022-11-1029 min
8121 Talk8121 Talk Ep. 0218..."How u Make em Feel"In this episode we discuss a quote from the great Maya Angelou.
“I've learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.”
Thanks for listening and commenting in advance.2022-10-1721 min
8121 Talk8121 Talk...Ep. 0217 Ft. Dj Dummy "U can learn a lot from a Dummy"In this episode Dj Dummy joins us to talk about Dj'n, rappers turned DJ and some of his battle experiences in the DMC . Dummy is a straight shooter so sit back and enjoy. At this time Dummy is the Musical director for rapper and actor Common, J. Cole, Queen Latifah, Alecia Keys plus many others during his career. He is also a part of a group title the "Vintage Babies" with the talented Mumu Fresh. 2022-09-251h 15
8121 Talk8121 Talk...Ep. 0216..."Music Calms The Spirit"Episode 16 is a journey into our roots. It's no secret that in my case I am a Hip Hop Junkie and Elondious loves Soul Music. Underneath those two genres we both love a good inspirational song. In this podcast we explore those gospel songs that move us and inspire us.
Walter Hawkins - Changed / Going up to yonder
Donnie McClurkin - Stand
Pj Morton Feat. J moss - Repay you
Donald Lawrence feat. Leandria Johnson - Deliver Me
John P. Kee - Turn Around
Byron Cage - I...2022-09-0853 min
8121 Talk8121 Talk...Ep. 0215..."Football Talk/ What was u thinking"We went to see some Football(Preseason)!!! Dallas Cowboys vs. Denver Broncos in Denver...Great getaway and descent food during our stay. Though it's only an hour away from home It was great. On this episode we talk Dallas Cowboys and what we saw early in the preseason. We also get a little messy with the question...What was u thinking...To those that leave us scratching our head in disbelief. Enjoy and join in via the comments. 2022-08-2944 min
8121 Talk8121 Talk...Ep. 0214..."Grow As We Grow"n this episode we open one of our brainstorming sessions from home up to the microphones. What makes a good person or at least a person that is making an effort to be just that...a good person, listener or friend. We understand that we can't get it right all the time but at least knowing some of these points we can attempt to do so. leave a comment if we missed anything or just straighten us out... Go to 8121Talk.com and message us there or message us via facebook or instagram...Greatly appreciated.2022-08-2241 min
8121 Talk8121 Talk Ep. 0213 "Parenting"In this episode we talk about parenting from our perspective. Over the years and through multiple children we've learned a few things and took some bumps and bruises yet we did our best under whatever conditions we were under. Our views are our views while understanding in most cases parenting techniques are different per child and parent. There is also a little talk about a trip we took to Hinesville, Georgia. 2022-07-241h 00
8121 Talk8121 Talk Episode 0212...I'm Just saying tho...Featuring Daral Southall/Thanoz and Elijah HThis episode is a conversation that coincides with reaching a point in life where you no longer have the time multitask other things. If personal goals and accomplishments are important then prioritizing becomes an absolute must. This conversation is not to belittle or downplay another's goals or objectives...it is only to highlight and discuss a stance an individual has to take in order to complete, create or grow personal goals of their own. I often speak of subjects like support and acknowledgement...here is where it is expanded. Elondious did not sit at the mic for this episode. My...2022-07-0836 min
8121 Talk8121 Talk...BBQ Wit Us...Episode 0211In this episode we decided to BBQ and talk a little sports while doing it. A little NFL, NBA, and sports talk. Nothing to heavy, just backyard talk.2022-06-1636 min
8121 Talk8121 Talk EP0210...Mental Health/AwarenessIn this episode our main topic is mental health and awareness. Yes i Hyphenated health and awareness in the title. My wife Elondious took that side while i took the approach that addresses awareness. Other conversations in this podcast include our anniversay and visiting the state of Wyoming. Pictures and short vids can be seen on our social media and our website....www.8121talk.com. Check out our new blog page on our site as we speak on things that cross our minds daily. 2022-06-0645 min
8121 Talk8121 Talk...Happy Mothers Day From San Antonio, Tx...E0209Happy Mother's Day to all the mothers out there from Al & Elondious. In this episode we recorded at the Westin Hotel in San Antonio.Tx. We talk at little about San Antonio's food/BBQ and we also share some thoughts on Mother's and the outstanding jobs they do. It is a pleasure to travel and podcast and we feel very fortunate and humbled to do so. leave a comment or a thumbs up if you like and we really appreciate all listeners. 2022-05-1836 min
8121 Talk8121 Talk 0208... What's on TV...TV Southall8121 Talk is back with an episode in which we talk about one of our at home past times,Watching TV. We watch so many shows but we chose two of the many to talk about...Snowfall and Moon knight . These shows have stirred a little emotion in the living room. There are no spoilers( well not really). listen, enjoy and leave a comment on our social media pages. You can also email us at 8121talk@gmail.com.2022-04-3047 min
8121 Talk8121 Talk "Take care of Yo Bizness" E0207In this impromptu episode we talk about the importance of life insurance and being prepared. This conversation was prompted due to the death of Elondious's grandfather's death. He lived for 95 years and left behind a legacy that will produce great contributions to the world. We are also fortunate to have one of his great great grandsons, Elijah. At 8 years old Elijah is the living testament of Mr. James Humber's legacy. 2022-04-1930 min
8121 Talk8121 Talk "Grand Memories" S0206In this episode we talk about our grand parents and the grand memories that they created; memories that will be with us forever. Shoutout my Texas family's Podcast "Loud Pack Show", great seeing you guys. Thanks for listening and remember...it's just simple everyday talk like we used to doing.2022-04-081h 02
8121 Talk8121 Talk Girls trip At The New Edition Culture Tour S0205Elondious. San, Shavette and Shakiya took a trip to Vegas to see New Edition, Jodeci and Charlie Wilson. Two separate generations (ole and youngn's) sit down and discuss the concert plus share a few thoughts on music's new and old school artist. Recorded in Vegas at the Mandalay bay it's always special to see two very different generations come together to enjoy something. There's no Al on this episode...He'll be back on the next one...2022-03-2726 min
8121 Talk8121 Talk "The Church's Role"New episode from 8121 Talk.... We talk about our church history as children and lastly touch some of our expectations. During the conversation about our memories the question we ask you as the listener... Is the church the pillar it once was in the black communities? 2022-03-0959 min
8121 Talk8121 Talk...San Diego/Birthday S0203We took a little trip to San Diego away from cold Colorado into 90 degree California. We were only there for a few days and on the final day we recorded this episode. We talk food and places we visited along with the vibe of San Diego, California. We even made a special trip to the USS Midway where I almost had a flashback to my USS Coral Sea days. I survived the visit.. Please listen and give us some feedback or even tell us some of your experiences in California. Listen up for the Seals in the background...2022-02-2132 min
8121 Talk8121 Talk Season 2 Ep. 2...Siblings and food a family affair.In this episode we discuss siblings and how we view our connection to them. Remember none of this is researched or scripted so you get what you get...!!! We also talk about food and our favorites.
2022-02-0238 min
8121 TalkGot's To Be More Careful In 2022...Season 2 Episode 1Welcome to 8121 in the New Year!!! In this episode we discuss our New Year Plans and the direction of the Podcast. Some of the things we learned about podcasting in 2021 and our growth towards our goals are also discussed. Most importantly Elondious and I touch on what lesson we took from 2021 that will help us to be better people in 2022. Thanks for listening and we hope to be even better in the year to come. 2022-01-1031 min
8121 Talk8121 Talk...Episode 20...Am I an Introvert?In this episode we talk discuss the meaning of introvert and the different types of introverts. Most of our lives, well at least most of my life I have struggled with the introvert label. The same questions always occur. Is it a negative to be an introvert? Is it something that can be changed? Do introverts know they are introverts. Join us on this episode as we ask ourselves these questions and discuss some of our own personality quirks.2021-12-1837 min
8121 Talk8121 Talk Episode 19...Procrastination and PassionHere on this show it's just talk...simple everyday family conversation about the world as we break it down. In this episode(shorter length) we discuss one of our main weaknesses in our everyday life. Procrastination is something we battle everyday though we know it's there and leaves us paralyzed after a bought with it. We discuss what it does and some theories about controlling our time and fighting back the procrastination monster. There's also a little football talk.
2021-12-0329 min
8121 Talk8121 Talk Ep. 18 "The Harder We Fall"In this episode we talk history of the characters in the new Netflix movie, " The harder they fall"... We will cover the true/unknown history of the characters; Cherokee Bill, Stagecoach Mary, Nat Love, James Beckwourth, Bass Reeves, Cathay Williams, Trudy Smith and Bill Pickett. It's not a history class but we talk about like regular folks. Enjoy and thank you for listening.2021-11-2043 min
8121 Talk8121 Talk Ep 15 ...Technically FamilyEpisode 15.5 talks about my tech dependence and the origin. The reason this episode is numbered 15.5 is because we touched two subjects; tech and Dave Chapelle. Dave is a hot topic nowadays in regards to his Netflix special in which he addresses some of his thoughts on the LGBTQ community. Me and Elondious discuss some of our thoughts before we get into the tech talk. Nothing is malicious or meant to harm...its us talking to you. Please listen and give us feedback in our comments section.2021-10-291h 27
8121 Talk8121 Talk Episode 14...Put Your F***'n Mask OnShould you wear a mask to be considerate of others? Should Kids have to wear a mask at school? Is the mask Mandate Bull****? Should your political affiliation dictate your stance in what should be common sense? Elondious states her beliefs and stances on these questions while injecting what she believes to be common sense combined with a humanitarian outlook. Put Your F***'n Mask on...2021-10-1537 min