In this fiery clip from "Black Out with Ian & Rashad," Paul Pierce drops a controversial bombshell: to really know if your partner loves you, you should cheat to test them. The conversation heats up as Rashad Bilal comments, Paul Pierce and Co-Host break down this idea, passionately debating whether cheating is ever a legitimate "test" of love or just emotional abuse.

Rashad Bilal and Co-Host push back hard, highlighting the damage such tests can cause and discussing healthier ways to find out if someone is truly invested in a relationship. They touch on how life naturally brings trials—no need to manufacture heartbreak—and explore whether getting through adversity (like cheating) can ever make a relationship stronger. Rashad Bilal also shares candid insights about vulnerability in relationships, addressing why so many men struggle to open up and whether it's rooted in upbringing or the dynamics with their partner.

This raw and unfiltered conversation gets to the heart of modern dating, self-esteem, and the realities of love in today’s world. Hear the full debate, laughs, and real talk that make "Black Out with Ian & Rashad" stand out. Don’t forget to drop your thoughts in the comments: Is there ever a "right" test for love? Do trials really bring growth—or only pain?

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