Episodes 28
Avg. Duration 29m
Activity Declining
Apple Rating 5.0 (1)
Since Jan 2021
Latest Episode Mar 2026

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Monthly
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Episodic
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About This Podcast

Your friend’s in a toxic relationship, your situationship is getting messy, and TikTok is giving mixed signals about love. So… now what? Welcome to Real Love Real Talk—the podcast where Boston teens and adults break down everything from self-love to how media shapes our relationships. Powered by Start Strong at the Boston Public Health Commission, we equip teens with the tools to prevent dating violence, build healthy relationships, and challenge toxic norms. Love can be messy—let’s figure it out together. Learn more at www.startstrongboston.org or follow us on Instagram @startstrong_bphc.

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Recent Episodes

Beyond the Break Up | Season 6 | Ep 1

Mar 04, 2026 27m

Join our hosts, Saladin and Lundynn, as they interview Love Life Now Director, Lovern. Trigger Warning: Episode contains experiences of physical abuseBeyond the Breakup is a powerful…

S5E5 Unhealthy Relationships & Substance Abuse

Jan 10, 2026 16m

Join us for a special collaboration with BPHC's Youth Advisory Board and Start Strong. Together, our teens discuss how substance use can affect teen relationships.Resources:-Check out BPHC's Overdose…

S5E5 How do Gender Roles Affect Relationships

Mar 17, 2025 20m

Listen to our hosts dive into the impact of gender norms, how gender roles are taught from a young age, and who should pay on the first date

S5E3 How do I Leave a Toxic Relationship | Season 5 | Episode 3

Feb 25, 2025 27m

In Season 5, Episode 3 of Real Love Real Talk, we’re getting real about one of the toughest decisions you can make—leaving a toxic relationship. From recognizing red flags to overcoming guilt and…

S5E2 How to Get Over a Break Up | Season 5 | Ep 2

Feb 19, 2025 21m

Breakups suck—but staying stuck isn’t an option. Ayani and Saladin keep it real about getting over heartbreak without losing yourself in the process. They’re breaking down what it really takes to…

S5E1 A Relationship Won’t Fix You—Self-Love Will | Season 5 | Episode 1

Feb 07, 2025 37m

Welcome back to Season 5 ofReal Love Real Talk! This season starts with the most important relationship you’ll ever have—the one with yourself. Reese, Madia, and Dios, three Boston teens, sit down to…

Breaking the Cycle - Understanding and Preventing Abusive Relationships | Season 4 | Episode 4

Mar 22, 2024 51m

Today we will be talking about the abusive v unhealthy relationship and how it can have a hold on you for example your physical and emotional health, victims of physical and emotional abuse often…

Teens Resolving Conflict— A Journey through Conflict Resolution | Season 4 | Episode 3

Mar 14, 2024 50m

Today we're talking about conflict resolution, specifically the different types and its significance. Conflict resolution can be a difficult thing to talk about especially if you aren’t a great…

Safe Spaces for Teens— Finding Peace in Today’s Busy World

Mar 07, 2024 33m

In this episode, we will talk about what having a safe space means, and how to create that space if you do not already have one.

S4E1 Getting to the Basics - Teens Breakdown Boundaries

Feb 15, 2024 20m

In this episode we will be talking about the importance of boundaries, and how creating boundaries are essential for healthy relationships. For more information, visit us at…

S3E4 Wave of Abuse & Types Of Abuse

Jun 20, 2023 39m

On this episode you are joined by our Peer Leaders, Alina, Brekhna, and Felisha, to discuss our the Wave of Abuse and the Five Types of Abuse. For more information, visit us at…

S3E3 Relationships on Social Media

May 16, 2023 32m

Today, our Peer Leaders, Chloe, Scarlet, and Hannah, talk about couples, ideas, and events that we all see and interact with on our social media accounts. In this conversation we are discussing pop…

S3E2 Red Flags & Warning Signs

Mar 28, 2023 30m

Today, our Peer Leaders, Alina and Jurnee, are diving deeper into the topic of warning signs and red flags. Within this episode, they will share out the warning signs that stand out to them, and…

S3E1 Healthy Friendships

Feb 28, 2023 33m

Today, we are joined by two of our Peer Leaders: Chloe & Hannah to discuss the importance of Healthy Friendships and ideas on how to balance them with the other relationships our lives and…

S2E6 RESPECTfully

Feb 23, 2022 18m

Today we are joined by Rebekah from the Lt.Gov RESPECTfully campaign  The campaign’s key message is that everyone deserves respect, honesty, and open communication. To learn more tap the links below…

S2E5 LGBTQ Relationships and Supports with Boston Glass

Feb 16, 2022 16m

Take our survey  https://forms.gle/vF2h1Rhu5P1D6YKSA Keep in touch with Shaq LGBTQ+ Youth Services Manager at Boston Glass Instagram: boston_glass www.jri.org/glass…

S2E4 How to Help a Friend

Feb 09, 2022 31m

Today our host Isa and and Peer Leader Malaika have a thoughtful conversation about to "How to Help a Friend" in an unhealthy or abusive relationship.   Take our survey…

S2E3 Rape Culture

Feb 02, 2022 16m

On today's episode Start Strong Teens and Members of the Boston Area Rape Crisis Center (BARCC) Youth Leadership Corps come together to talk about free services teens can access at BARCC, how to help…

S2E2 Communication and Boundary Setting

Jan 26, 2022 31m

Learn about communication style and how create healthy boundaries a relationships with Mental Health Professional and Senior Training Manager Benjamin Rasado. Hosted by Start Strong Alum Isa and Peer…

S2E1 All About Consent

Jan 26, 2022 23m

In the this episode Start Strong Peer Leaders Scania and Hannah take a deep dive into the world of Consent with Meagan Hemeon Program Director of Health Resource Center. Stay in touch with Meagan and…

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