Talks With Tez

In Part One of this holiday conversation, Tez reflects on how Christmas felt different this year—for himself and for people everywhere. Through humor, honest reflection, and relatable listener stories, the episode explores quieter holidays, shifting traditions, emotional growth, and what truly mattered when the noise faded. This is a feel-good, grounded conversation about peace, survival, and entering the New Year with intention—without the pressure to become someone new.

In this episode, Tez breaks down the shocking reality behind the government’s SNAP overhaul — from the 186,000 dead people allegedly still receiving benefits to the massive reapplication process that could push millions of living families into crisis. But this isn’t just politics — it’s personal. Tez opens up about growing up on food stamps, how the recent shutdown hit real households, and why something that looks “simple” on paper can become catastrophic in real life. We dig into the economics, the human stories, and a smarter solution that could save money and protect families: hiring a specialized high-efficiency team rather than forcing the entire country to reapply. This episode is real, unfiltered, and eye-opening — shining a light on how policy trickles down into people’s refrigerators, mental health, and dignity. Sit back, relax, and join the conversation… because it’s happening.

What happens when love languages evolve with the times? In this episode of “Talks With Tez,” I tell a story about how a casual trip to Publix for a cinnamon fry turned into a full-on conversation about modern love. From words of affirmation and quality time to a brand-new contender, Reels. Yep, welcome to the era where people say “I love you” through memes, TikToks, and 30-second videos. We break down the five original love languages, talk about how each generation expresses love differently, and explore why digital communication has become a love language of its own. I’ll also share real stories from listeners across the U.S., from Houston to Chicago, on how they’ve learned to hear love in new ways. And at the end of this episode, I’m introducing something special to help you reflect on your own love language journey. 🎙️ If you’ve ever felt misunderstood in love or had someone “flirt” with a SpongeBob GIF… this episode is for you.

This week on Talks With Tez, we’re getting real about hookup culture... the stereotypes, the judgment, and the truth hiding under it all. So many people talk about sex and dating like it’s either sacred or scandalous, but what happens when you realize both can exist in the same story? In this episode, Tez explores why some people feel shamed for living freely, while others feel lost trying to fit into “relationship culture.” Featuring a hilarious (and lowkey profound) listener story from a 28-year-old who went from anti-hookup preacher’s son to fully embracing his “participant observer” era; this one dives into what it really means to experience people honestly. 🎙️ Expect laughs, real talk, and maybe even a little self-reflection about your own “rules” around intimacy. ✨ Because sometimes it’s not about right or wrong — it’s about being real enough to ask yourself why.

We fought hard to step into who we are but once we got here, did we start blocking each other from real love? In this episode of Talks With Tez, we dive into how labels like “too femme” or “too masc” (and everything in between) keep us from building authentic, long-term relationships in the LGBTQIA+ community. Through five raw, funny, and heartfelt stories—from the preppy perfectionist to the loud-and-proud, from the hopeless romantic to the late bloomer—we explore how validation, judgment, and self-esteem shape the way we love. With humor and honesty, Tez breaks down why showing up as your whole self is the only way to stop missing out on connection that could last a lifetime.

So I almost got poisoned on set… but what happened after is just as wild. In Part 2, I’m spilling the tea on the reactions, the cover-ups, and the questions that still don’t have answers. From people acting brand new to the moment I realized it wasn’t just an accident—this episode goes deeper. Still keeping it funny (because you gotta laugh to keep from losing it), but trust… the red flags were flagging. Tune in, because the story’s not over.

In this episode, we’re pulling back the layers and asking the real question: Is that person in your corner really for you—or just watching from the shadows? 😤 From fake love to funny gut-check moments, we’re talking signs, red flags, and how to move smarter, not colder. You’ll laugh, you’ll relate, and you might just re-evaluate a few people in your life. We’re keeping it fun but factual, light but layered—because sometimes the biggest lessons come wrapped in jokes and “ah-ha” moments. So sit back, relax, and join the conversation because it’s happening.

Sooo... funny story. Today was supposed to be the drop day, BUT something came up—something good. A topic so juicy, I had to give it a little more time to cook. Trust me, it’s worth the wait. New episode of Talks With Tez lands tomorrow at 7PM, and it’s giving “oh we really going there” energy. Set your reminders, charge your phone, and I’ll catch you then! 🙌🏾😂