Keep It Positive, Sweetie: Kips Live Pt.3 w/ The Cast of Zatima + Positive Outcomes

Podcast: Keep It Positive, Sweetie
Host: Crystal Renee Hayslett
Guests: Cast of Zatima (Danielle, Nzinga, Jazzy Shamia), Deval, Chris Wineya, Pastor Todd Galbraith
Date: April 13, 2025

Overview

This lively, heartfelt episode of Keep It Positive, Sweetie, recorded live (KIPS Live Pt. 3), brings together the central cast of BET+’s Zatima and core members of the show's creative and support family. Hosted by Crystal Renee Hayslett, the conversation centers on personal growth, overcoming obstacles, protecting one’s peace and privacy, motherhood, legacy, and faith. The cast openly discusses their journeys, the challenges and triumphs of navigating fame, and the power of supporting one another. The episode rounds out with audience interaction, advice-seeking from listeners, and an energizing, faith-driven closing from Pastor Todd Galbraith.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Celebrating the Zatima Cast & Their Journeys

[04:00-06:59]

• Crystal, Chris, and Deval warmly introduce cast members, highlighting both on-screen and off-screen relationships ("They are the topic of your relationships and your group chat" – Deval, [00:55]).
• The cast reflects on the impact of their TV show, the strong connection with their audience, and the ongoing support („God keeps blowing my mind with this journey…” – Danielle, [04:28]).

2. Crystal’s Growth: From Small Town to Empire

[05:02-07:02]

• Crystal shares what it feels like to build her “own empire” as a woman from Martin, TN, expressing gratitude for her journey, her faith, and support from Deval, who encouraged her to step into public speaking and authenticity.
• “First giving honor to God. Nothing without him is possible… For God to have put this vision inside me… there’s so much more [beyond a small town]… I’m just grateful, man.” – Crystal, [05:16]
• Emotional acknowledgment of overcoming fears about putting yourself out there in the age of social media.

3. Authenticity and Positivity in the Public Eye

[07:05-08:25]

• Nzinga, with support from the cast, discusses persevering in the beauty and fashion industry by staying true to oneself and deflecting negativity ("I have to be like, keep it positive, sweetie. You are better than this." – Nzinga, [07:32]).
• She credits Crystal and Deval for leading the cast with “humility and grace” and being real-life examples of resilience.

4. Motherhood, Transition, and Social Media Privacy

[09:40-12:52]

• Jazzy Shamia (Watch Jazzy) talks motherhood, change, and the shifting nature of social media identity ("…You get on one way and people love you for that thing. And then you grow and you’re like, I’m not that no more.” – Jazzy, [09:57]).
• She opens up about feeling judged for moving on from past personas, cherishing privacy over exposure for her daughter, and the need to stay present in real life instead of online ("…When you put your phone down real quick and you’re able to really just be in that moment, you create so many memories that you might not have on your phone, but you have them in here.” – Jazzy, [12:27]).

5. Motherhood, Faith, and Creative Ambition

[13:14-15:53]

• Danielle shares the wild challenge of leading a film while juggling new motherhood: “Leading that movie and breastfeeding in between... you inspire so many people just by sharing” ([13:55]).
• She admits feeling guilty for her successes due to empathy for others' struggles, but realizes that sharing her journey is also an act of service.
• “I just keep trying to prove to God that I can handle more… being a mother has… stretched my capacity… there’s a thing outside of you that you love more than anything on this world, and you have to learn how to have faith for him.” – Danielle, [14:29]
• Powerful talk about the transformative nature of motherhood, faith, and recognizing favor and responsibility.

6. Crystal’s Legacy: Connection, Support, and Black Excellence

[16:24-17:20]

• Multiple cast members praise Crystal for her genuine support, networking, and community building (“The highest person in the freaking studio or at a network to the lowest person… know Crystal and have a story of how Crystal has done something to help push their life forward. That is just a fact.” – Host, [16:24]).
• Discussion extends to entrepreneurship, Atlanta’s vibrant business ecosystem, and the importance of collaboration and excellent customer service.

7. Audience Advice: Independence & Faith in Life Decisions

[20:09-26:44]

• Two listeners, Tahira Watson and Jamona Turner, join on stage:
  • Tahira’s Question: How to build independence when your family is used to you staying home and depending on you.
  • Crystal relates with her experience of being a family “risk-taker,” sharing a story of turning down a stable job for a risky but historic opportunity with the Obama campaign.
  • “Don’t live your life with regrets. Love and respect your family, but go for what you want.” – Crystal, [23:00]
  • Jamona’s Question: Advice for dating as a 31-year-old virgin saving herself for marriage, and the discouragement of men’s negative reactions.
  • Crystal draws from her own life and faith, emphasizing the wisdom in God’s principles, the value of self-worth, and affirmation that the right man will honor her convictions.
  • “Stand firm on what you believe… If we do things the way God intended, there is something beautiful on the other side of that.” – Crystal, [24:36]

8. Heartfelt Closing: Affirmation, Gratitude, and Faith

[27:11-31:37]

• The cast exchanges genuine words of gratitude and love, celebrating sisterhood and support ("We love you, y’all" – throughout).
• Pastor Todd Galbraith delivers an uplifting benediction, highlighting Crystal’s integrity and faith (“This room is not sold out because of the character you play on television, but… because of the character of your heart.” – Pastor Todd, [28:34]).
• The episode ends with a prayer for continued success and collective growth and protection.

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• Danielle on God’s Surprises:
  “God keeps blowing my mind with this journey. Like, every time I think that I’ve reached–oh, I get it—I don’t get it. I’m constantly learning.” ([04:28])

• Crystal on Small Town Ambition and Gratitude:
  “To be from a small town where people get stuck because that’s all they know… God to have put this vision inside me at a very young age… there’s so much more [beyond Martin, TN]… I’m just grateful, man.” ([06:42])

• Nzinga on Public Perception & Positivity:
  “There’s a lot of times where people comment things and I’m ready to say something back, and then I just gotta be like, ‘keep it positive, sweetie.’ You are better than this.” ([07:32])

• Jazzy on Growth and Motherhood:
  “You get on one way and people love you for that thing… And you grow and you’re like, ‘I’m not that no more’… Now I feel like I’m really enjoying just the privacy that I’m creating for myself and for my daughter.” ([09:57])

• Danielle on Faith and Motherhood:
  “Being a mother has just completely stretched my capacity. I had to learn to have faith for this kid… There’s a thing outside of you that you love more than anything on this world, and you have to learn how to have faith for him.” ([14:29])

• Crystal on Taking Risks:
  “You never want to look back on your life and be like, ‘what would it have been like if I had stepped out on faith?’… Don’t live your life with regrets.” ([23:00])

• Crystal on Sexual Values:
  “Stand firm on what you believe… If we do things the way God intended, there is something beautiful on the other side of that.” ([24:36])

• Pastor Todd on Character:
  “This room is not sold out because of the character you play on television, but… because of the character of your heart.” ([28:34])

Timeline & Important Timestamps

• 00:00-04:28: Opening, playful banter, welcoming Zatima cast.
• 04:28-07:02: Crystal on faith, small-town beginnings, Deval’s encouragement, and building the show.
• 07:05-08:25: Nzinga on public perception, Crystal as a role model.
• 09:40-12:52: Jazzy Shamia on motherhood, privacy, and social media realities.
• 13:14-15:53: Danielle on creative work/family balance, faith, and personal growth.
• 16:24-17:20: Highlights of Crystal’s legacy and community-building.
• 20:09-26:44: Listener questions; Crystal’s advice on independence and values.
• 27:11-31:37: Closing gratitude, affirmations, and Pastor Todd’s inspirational prayer.

Tone & Takeaways

• The tone is energetic, candid, joyous, and deeply supportive, infused with humor, affirmation, and faith.
• Listeners will come away inspired by stories of perseverance, the power of collective support, loving boundaries, and the importance of honoring one’s values and faith.
• The sense of sisterhood and celebration of Black excellence and achievement is persistent and sincere throughout, with Crystal at the heart of a compassionate, empowering community.