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October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. In this powerful solo episode, Allyson Collins uses Tyler Perry’s For Colored Girls, based on Ntozake Shange’s groundbreaking work, to explore domestic violence, emotional abuse, sexual violence, control, trauma, and healing.

This episode looks beyond “Why didn’t she leave?” and focuses on recognizing the signs, supporting survivors, safety planning, and the importance of having access to support groups, advocacy organizations, counseling, shelters, and community resources.

If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic violence, this conversation is a reminder: you are not alone, help is available, and your story does not end here.

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This episode explores friendship, loyalty, growth, and letting go. Inspired by Whodini’s classic song “Friends” and the complicated relationship between Joan and Toni on Girlfriends, Allyson asks what makes a true friend, why friendships end, whether some relationships are meant to have seasons, and if forgiveness should always lead to reconnection.

The episode also examines how men and women maintain friendships differently and challenges listeners to reflect on the kind of friend they are.

Would you reconnect with a longtime friend who disappeared without explanation?

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In this powerful episode of Page2Pulse, Allyson Collins connects Gary, Indiana’s devastating storm and extended power outage to the inspiring story of The Pursuit of Happyness. We explore resilience, survival, community, and the importance of telling our own stories. When the lights went out, Gary’s people showed up for one another—and their stories deserve to be remembered. From Chris Gardner’s pursuit of a better life to Gary’s journey through recovery, this episode asks: Who tells our story when the storm is over?

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9/11: Honoring Our Heroes

On this special solo episode of Page2Pulse, Allyson Collins reflects on September 11, 2001, the heroes who sacrificed their lives, and the military families whose lives changed forever. Allyson shares her personal connection to 9/11, including her brother being called to serve, and remembers Marine Sgt. Jeannette Winters, a Calumet High School graduate from Gary, Indiana, who gave her life in service to our country.

We remember. We honor. We will never forget.
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What happens when a movie from 1988 still speaks to the realities we face in 2026?

In Season 2, Allyson Collins sits down with Gerald Cross a teacher and career coach, for a thought-provoking conversation about Spike Lee’s School Daze and the issues that continue to shape students, educators, workplaces, and communities today.

Together, Allyson and Gerald go beyond the movie’s college-campus setting to explore education, identity, colorism, peer pressure, social status, belonging, activism, career choices, mentorship, and the pressure to fit in.

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Episode 25 is a celebration! Join host Allyson Collins as she reflects on the memorable conversations from Season One, shares lessons learned, thanks listeners for their support, and offers a preview of exciting topics and guests coming in Season Two. Plus, listeners are invited to share the episodes that resonated most and suggest topics they’d love to hear in the future.

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In this episode of Page2Pulse, Allyson Collins explores the new Michael Jackson biopic and the complex story behind the King of Pop. From growing up in Gary, Indiana, and the pressures of childhood fame to family dynamics, abuse, generational trauma, and the lasting legacy of the Jackson family, this episode examines the humanity behind one of music’s greatest icons.

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This week on Page2Pulse, we explore the intersection of the “soft life” movement and modern dating for Black women. From emotional burnout and hyper-independence to vulnerability, boundaries, femininity, healing, and healthy relationships, this episode dives deep into what it means to pursue peace while pursuing love.

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