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In the new world of quarantine dating, expectations have truly changed. Christal Jordan spoke with rolling out to discuss the question of the day: Is there a difference between dating and courting? To watch Reality Check with Christal Jordan, click play above.

Syleena Johnson’s star has defied the odds as she has continued to rise in multiple facets of the entertainment world for the last 20 years. From the soulful voice on Kanye West’s cult hit, “All Falls Down” to recording numerous R&B solo hits to reality star to talk-show host, Johnson has managed to reinvent herself…

Ready to Love cast member Joy (Photo provided by OWN)

A testament to true love is its ability to sustain us in tumultuous times. We love to celebrate perfectly edited pics on social media but when a significant other sticks by our side through grief and tragedy is often the best gauge for long-lasting love. It’s also one of the staple benefits of journeying through…

Releasing the past is the only way to truly embrace the possibility of new love. OWN’s hit dating reality series, “Ready to Love” has become a cult favorite because it showcases today’s dating issues in real time. Author and relationship coach Michelle Hannah believes many singles haven’t dealt with their last relationship before starting a…

Sacha Stewart knew she had a flair for fashion, but she didn’t realize it was her purpose. Stewart’s mother was a fashion designer, so she grew up watching beautiful pieces being created and presented to clients. During her teenage years, it was obvious to friends and family that Stewart had a gift for merging creativity…

Media personality Kim Ford’s new book, It’s Never Too Late, is a personal testament to overcoming the trials life delivers and finding your second wind after adversity. Ford believes the lessons she’s learned were for the purpose of encouraging others. What motivated you to write this book? I wrote the book because I see too…

OWN’s hit dating series, “Ready to Love,” returns for its third season on Oct. 23, 2020, and audiences couldn’t be more ready. This season, the dating pool has shifted from Atlanta, GA to Houston, TX, with the hopes of finding three couples out of twenty single Black professionals. Host Nephew Tommy, born Thomas Miles, believes…

Romeo Miller and Jazz Anderson are two of five co-hosts of Fox Soul’s newest millennial-driven talk series, “The Mix.” Tameka “Tiny” Harris serves as executive producer of the Generation Z-inspired talk show, which tackles current topics from a youthful perspective with no boundaries. Miller and Anderson are joined by Harris’ daughter Zonnique and internet sensations…

Kellie Bowman and Izeah Bowman, the daughter and grandson of famed healer Dr. Sebi, stopped by rolling out‘s Reality Check to discuss the coronavirus, which has now reached U.S. shores.

R&B singer Sammie stopped by Reality Check to wish his fans a happy Valentine’s Day. He talked about his EP, Send Nudes, and why he is excited to be a part of the 2020 Millennium Tour with Omarian, Pretty Ricky, Ashanti, etc.

Reality star Quad Lunceford visits Reality Check to discuss her personal experience with fibroids, explaining that the issue affects 1 in every 3 African American women.

Bestselling author Teneshia Jackson Warner discusses the five characteristics of entrepreneurship with “Reality Check” host Christal Jordan.

Alexis Williams was a cast favorite on OWN’s Will Packer-produced hit reality series, “Ready to Love.” The beautiful Atlanta-based saleswoman says she signed up for the dating show because she has arrived at a place in her life where she is ready for a husband and children. Her behavior on the show confirmed she was…

Amara La Negra Photo credit Joey Rosado

Amara La Negra turned up the heat on “Love and Hip Hop Miami” as soon as she was introduced during the franchise’s first season. Besides sending viewers tongues wagging with her curves, the sexy Afro-Latina started a controversial conversation by confronting a producer who suggested she should change her appearance because of her skin tone.…

Tondy Gallant stops by “Reality Check” to talk to host Christal Jordan about the explosive reunion of “Ready to Love.” After being dumped by Mario Tolliver for Reva Stout, Gallant believes she’s had the last laugh.

“Reality Check” host Christal Jordan speaks with Reva Stout, a cast member on OWN’s “Ready to Love,” about the reality show’s explosive season two reunion.

Charmaine Johnise and her partner Jess sat down with rolling out’s Christal Jordan to share the news about their new tattoo shop, Second City Ink. The ladies are excited about their shop, but Jordan asks Charmaine if she talked to Ryan Henry, owner of Nine Mag about her new shop. The controversial interview was highlighted…

After enjoying the holiday feasts most of us consume between Thanksgiving and Christmas, it will be time to think about shedding those extra pounds for the new year. “Reality Check” host Christal Jordan visited Dr. Myla Bennett to learn more about cool sculpting as an alternative to liposuction and other weight-loss surgeries. What is the…

“King Ester” is a coming-of-age story about a trans teen chasing her dreams against all odds in New Orleans. The web series is hosted on Issa Rae’s YouTube channel and stars trans actor Rowin Amone. The series touches on some heavy topics, one of which is survival sex work, something the main character Ester engages…

“King Ester” stars Rowin Amone and L.J. Scott stopped by rolling out‘s “Reality Check” to discuss the controversial YouTube series. The series is a coming-of-age story about a trans woman who has aspirations of being a star. The series is hosted on Issa Rae’s channel.