Walker Cafe

Are You In Survival Mode?

2026-06-13T21:07:17.290-05:00

Mike explores the psychological shift that can occur during long-term single living, specifically focusing on the transition from healthy independence to a state of survival mode and isolation.

No Relationship In Four Years

2026-06-05T10:32:59.428-05:00

After four years of flying solo, I'm sharing why I miss relationships, love my peace, and still can't quite decide if I'm ready to let somebody into my wonderfully complicated world.

Bad Relationship Advice

2026-05-22T13:30:26.769-05:00

An honest conversation about the worst relationship advice people still follow and why healthy dating works better without games, manipulation, or confusion.

Dating In Church

2026-05-15T11:54:31.817-05:00

Mike explores the pros, cons, awkward moments, and real statistics behind dating someone from your church.

Mental Health Awareness

2026-05-08T12:18:00.005-05:00

Mike focuses on Mental Health Awareness and the importance of breaking stigma within the Black community. This can serve as a reminder that healing matters, help is available, and no one has to struggle alone.

Let's Talk About Cheating

2026-05-01T11:14:00.003-05:00

Mike takes a real, honest look at cheating, why it happens, and whether trust can ever be rebuilt.

Who Protects Black Women? Who Heals Black Men?

2026-04-24T16:09:00.005-05:00

Mike explores the tragic rise of intimate partner violence against Black women while also examining the often-unspoken role of trauma and mental health struggles among Black men.

Emotional Highs & Empty Promises

2026-04-17T13:51:00.002-05:00

Mike explores the concepts of limerence and future faking, explaining how they often intertwine to create unhealthy relationship dynamics and emotional manipulation. He also emphasizes the importance of prioritizing actions over words to avoid falling into these traps.

Peaceful Alone, Yet Curious About Love

2026-04-16T10:03:00.003-05:00

In this episode of Side Topics, hosts Mike Walker and Minister Erica Stanley discuss the nuanced balance between enjoying solitude and remaining open to love. They explore the emotional challenges of transitioning from a long period of singleness into a new relationship, emphasizing the importance of maintaining one's peace while being willing to be vulnerable.

Relationship Trauma

2026-04-15T10:16:00.000-05:00

This is a conversation between host Mike Walker and guest Chernell Bizzell-Barnett, a licensed professional counselor, regarding the complexities of relationship trauma and healing strategies. The discussion covers how unresolved trauma impacts new relationships and the importance of professional support.

Sexuality: Love, Labels, and a Little Confusion.

2026-04-14T10:05:00.001-05:00

Mike explores the nuances of human sexuality, specifically focusing on three distinct orientations/labels that often cause confusion: Asexuality, Demisexuality, and Sapioexuality.

Becoming Ready While You're Dating

2026-04-13T10:49:00.002-05:00

Mike and Erica explore how dating isn’t just about finding the right person. It’s about becoming the right person along the way.

Why Dating Might Be The Best Risk You Take

2026-04-12T15:48:00.000-05:00

Dating may feel uncertain, but it opens the door to growth, connection, and the discovery of what truly matters in love.

Hobosexual Season

2026-01-08T11:41:00.000-06:00

When love comes with a moving truck: a candid look at hobosexuals. The fine line between romance and rent-free living.

Holiday Stuff!

2025-12-03T17:35:00.004-06:00

Clinical Depression In The Black Community

2025-10-22T16:19:00.000-05:00

Domestic Violence Awareness Month

2025-10-08T15:01:00.000-05:00

SBC Tuesday Talk 6/18/2024

2024-06-22T18:01:00.003-05:00

00:00 Intro & Salutations

04:11 Visiting Someone Else’s Church

17:31 The Seven-Year Side Chick

36:32 Communication and Pots & Pans

49:32 How Do You Bathe?

58:00 Announcements

1:01:09 Outro

Church Hurt

2024-05-22T15:17:00.005-05:00

SBC Tuesday Talk 5/14/2024

Mike and Angela will delve into the sensitive yet vital topic of Church Hurt, exploring personal stories, expert insights, and strategies for healing and reconciliation within faith communities.

00:00 Intro & Salutations

08:20 It's Not You...

26:16 Church Hurt

53:58 Announcements & Closing Remarks

1:01:32 Outro

Breaking Up While You're Still In Love

2024-04-24T12:14:00.001-05:00

SBC Tuesday Talk 4/16/2024

00:00 Intro & Salutations

03:37 Long Distance Dilemma

19:19 Be Happy!

37:19 Breaking Up While You're Still In Love

46:13 Hugging

54:44 Announcements

58:36 Outro

The Best Dating App?

2024-04-10T18:39:00.001-05:00

Dating Your Friend's Ex

2024-04-04T12:46:00.005-05:00

SBC Wednesday Talk 4/3/2024

00:00 Intro & Salutations

06:54 Expensive Friends

16:23 Dating Your Friend’s Ex

30:46 Abby and Brittany Hensel

45:25 Chang and Eng Bunker

57:00 Announcements

59:57 Outro

Limerence a.k.a. Love Addiction

2024-02-21T15:11:00.005-06:00

SBC Tuesday Talk 2/20/2024

Do You or Someone You Know Have Love Addiction?

Daphney & Orlando

2024-02-02T09:58:00.002-06:00

SBC Tuesday Talk 1/30/2024

Mike interviews Daphney & Orlando about their love journey that eventually led to them jumping the broom…a journey that began in the hallowed halls of Single Black Christians Connections!

The Absent Parent

2024-01-25T23:00:00.000-06:00

SBC Tuesday Talk 1/23/2024

Join Mike and his special guest Ron E. Jefferson for a heartfelt edition of SBC Tuesday Talk as we delve into the profound effects of absent parents on individuals who navigated their childhoods without the presence of one or both parents.

We'll explore the emotional journey of adults who faced this challenge, shedding light on both past hurts and present resilience.

Your stories matter and together we'll shed light on a topic that many may find solace and connection in.

Make sure you all tune in to this edition of SBC Tuesday Talk!