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The Pessimologist

by Mario

A lot of times people push all this “positivity” and life’s full rainbows and flowers mentality... well it’s not! Here on The Pessimologist Podcast we take a “Pessimistically Positive” approach to the way you should view things.

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Episodes

  1. "Don't Feed the Bears"

    Today's "Pessimistically Positive" talk is about accountability! Men can't feed into women's delusion and complain about it at the same time!

  2. “Restricted Access”

    Today’s “Pessimistically Positive” talk is about limiting your access to people. WHO said being open and available is a good thing?

  3. I’m So Glad I’m Married

    Today’s Pessimistically Positive talk is about starting away from the current dating pool and why.

  4. “The Ex files”

    Today’s “Pessimistically Positive” talk is about our ex relationships! The good, the bad and the ugly!

  5. “She’s Right

    Today’s dose of “Pessimistically Positive” talk is about what to do when a woman is right.

  6. Happiness before Family

    Today’s “pessimistically positive” talk is about prioritizing your happiness over the needs of your family. Who does that!?!?

  7. “The Art of Patience”

    There’s a difference between having patience vs practicing patience. Let’s talk!

  8. Progressive Cheating

    Did you ever think that there could be a correct way to cheat? Well, guess what? There is. There is a regressive way and there is a progressive way.

  9. “Expiration Date”

    Todays dose of “Pessimistically Positive” talk is about knowing when your time is up with people.

  10. Accountability: The Woman Killer

    Todays dose of “Pessimistically Positive” talk is about Accountability… and how women avoid it. I have my guys Khrys, Marvin and Clint on the panel today to help discuss what is accountability, why women do it and how to actually take responsibility.

  11. “50/50”

    Today’s dose of “Pessimistically Positive” talk is about whether going 50/50 with your spouse is acceptable. A lot of women are saying it’s unacceptable. There are some men who agree and disagree. Either way, the discussion is all over the place. Come with us and make since of it all. Today I…

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  12. “The Cost of Being Yourself”

    Todays dose of ”pessimistically positive” talk is about the penalties you’ll pay for being authentic.

  13. “Be the Smaller Person”

    Todays dose of “Pessimistically Positive” talk is about reciprocating energy. Being the “Bigger person” all the time Is too taxing on your mental. Take a break and go Small!

  14. The Lori Files

    Is Lori Harvey “for the streets” or is she just dating? We discuss our opinions on the topic and discuss deeper topics such as “Do black men and women protect each other? Is Men vs Women a real thing? And Is not being ready for a marriage a thing! Join the discussion with my guests (Khrys Young,...

  15. “Conditional Beauty”

    Todays dose of “Pessimistically Positive” talk is about a concept I’ve created called “Conditional Beauty”. Are you considered attractive? If so, is that dependent on makeup, lashes or anything else Men and women use? Also, it’s story time! Find out a lesson I learned from being punched in the…

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  16. “Men and Women Can’t Just Be Friends”

    Today’s “Pessimistically Positive” talk is about If Men and Women can only be friends in a relationship or single. I have some guests with me to help answer the question. Black, indigo and Fiana from the “Conversations with Fiana” podcast.

  17. “Read Between the Lines”

    Today’s dose of “Pessimistically Positive” talk is about the motives of others. Reading between the lines in our dealings will grant a better understanding.

  18. “Bucket Mentality”

    Today’s dose of “Pessimistically Positive” talk is about have a “Bucket Mentality”. The crabs in a bucket saying refers to us not letting one another succeed. I’m further discussing how this extends far beyond what we think. A new segment “Car Chronicles” are pure thoughts I randomly have and...

  19. “A Cheater’s Pass”

    Today’s dose of “Pessimistically Positive” talk is about the only way a cheater can get away with cheating! Also, a new segment “Unpopular Opinions” discusses the uselessness of telling people to “Grind” for what you want.

  20. “Temptation”

    Today’s dose of “Pessimistically Positive” talk is about temptation in relationships for men. We properly define and discuss temptation in relation to men in today’s society. Drop your “2 cents” and tune in!

  21. “Supporting Insecurities”

    Today’s dose of “Pessimistically Positive” talk is about Insecurities. We all have them, but do we speak about them enough? Let’s define what exactly they are and who’s responsibility they are!

  22. “What Is a Real Man?!”

    Todays dose of “Pessimistically Positive” talk is about the definition, or lack there of, a “Real Man”?! I added my good brothas Big Keef and Kels of “Kels Barbering” to bring clarity to the topic.

  23. “Relationship Vs Marriage”

    Todays dose of “Pessimistically Positive” talk is about Relationships Vs Marriage. I discuss which bares more importance and is the basis of even being together. For my 2 Cents, I speak to my brothas and sisters who are “Super Black” only in February and how we need to be for the cause all year!…

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  24. “Fake Positivity”

    Today’s dose of “Pessimistically Positive” talk is about how people overuse positivity to escape their reality. My “2 Cents” will be about your new year resolutions and why you should keep them to yourself.

  25. “Don’t Chase Your Dreams”

    Today’s dose of “Pessimistically Positive” talk is about how chasing your dreams is counterproductive! Also I’ll discuss how I’m tired of these fake apologies from celebrities and companies making racist remarks.

  26. “Think inside the box”

    Today’s dose of “Pessimistically Positive” talk is about why thinking “inside the box” is more ideal. I will also drop my “2 cents” on these racist “internet warriors” and how to handle them.

  27. “Compromise, for what?!”

    Today’s dose of “Positive Pessimism” is about the word “Compromise”. I explain how you are most likely using it to your demise in your relationship. Also, I’m rolling out a new segment called “Open Book” where I will be disclosing personal life experiences that help explain how I became “The...

  28. “The Evil You Know”

    Today’s dose of “Positive Pessimism” is speaking on how and why you should appreciate the evil you know, be it with people or situations. I will also drop my “2 Cents” on the Breonna Taylor case.

  29. “To Regret, or Not to Regret”

    Today’s dose of “Pessimistically Positive” talk is about learning to not give so much of your life and emotions on social media. In the main discussion we talk about how we actually SHOULD regret some things in life, like the use of wasted talent.

  30. “Imagine a world...”

    Today’s dose of “Pessimistically Positive” talk is about how lack of life experience and social media has people feeling like counselors and psychologists. In the main discussion I have some friends answering and discussing hypothetical, but insightful questions.

  31. “The Rona Files”

    Today’s dose of “Pessimistically Positive” talk is about how overhyped holidays are and why. In the main discussion I give my views and own experience concerning the Corona Virus.

  32. “Not Feeelin The Love”

    Today’s dose of “Pessimistically Positive” talk discusses the topic of should you continue in life with things you were taught as a child. In the main discussion, we have my boy Darian on to discuss if Love is a feeling or not.

  33. “We are not equal”

    Today’s dose of “Pessimistically Positive” talk is about the infamous “IG Models” and most importantly, not being equal to common folk when it comes to your relationship!!!

  34. “Strictly Business”

    Today’s dose of “Positive Pessimism” is about keywords we use every day in our social dealings and relationships that we should reconsider usage of. In the main discussion I give a fresh and controversial take on our interactions with others and the roles they play in our lives. I would love to...

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

A lot of times people push all this “positivity” and life’s full rainbows and flowers mentality... well it’s not! Here on The Pessimologist Podcast we take a “Pessimistically Positive” approach to the way you should view things.

HOSTED BY

Mario

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A lot of times people push all this “positivity” and life’s full rainbows and flowers mentality... well it’s not! Here on The Pessimologist Podcast we take a “Pessimistically Positive” approach to the way you should view things.

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The Pessimologist is created and hosted by Mario.
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