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Keep it Positive, Sweetie
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Keep It Positive, Sweetie is more than a podcast—it’s a movement rooted in purpose, faith, and healing. Hosted by Crystal Renee Hayslett, this show creates a safe space for raw conversations and real connections that uplift, inspire, and empower.
Each episode brings together culture-shifting guests for unfiltered talks on love, self-worth, growth, and navigating life with grace and grit. Whether we’re laughing, learning, or leaning into tough truths, the goal is always the same: to keep it honest, keep it healing, and always… Keep It Positive, Sweetie.
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Work Life Harmony w/ Melissa Proctor
Oct 1901:01:08Summary readyThis week, we sit down with Melissa Proctor, who went from "Queen of the Court" to CMO of the Atlanta Hawks. She shares the real truths behind leadership, motherhood, and maintaining work-life harmony. With humor, honesty, and heart, Melissa reminds us that success isn’t about the title, it’s about your why. Also, we take our first KIPS road trip to learn all about Pravida Health. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
SummaryPraying for Destiny Helpers w/ Jekalyn Carr
Oct 1200:47:16Summary readyIn this powerful episode of Keep It Positive, Sweetie, host Crystal Renée Hayslett welcomes Grammy-Award-winning and Gospel Hall of Fame artist, preacher, and author Jekalyn Carr - for an unfiltered conversation about faith, calling, and divine purpose. From navigating seasons of doubt to walking boldly into one’s destiny, Jekalyn gets real about her journey—praying for destiny helpers—and offers wisdom on how to steward influence for God’s Kingdom. Visit: CrystalReneeHayslett.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
SummaryKeeping Up With The Sweeties
Oct 501:16:05Summary readyThis week, we are calling all the Sweeties to the floor, literally! Keeping up with The Sweeties was an unexpected emotional journey filled with laughs, prayers, and a few tears. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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The Reality of Reality w/ Kandi Burruss
Sep 2801:10:55Summary readySweeties, Season 9 is coming in hot! This week, we sit down with the one and only Kandi Burruss for a conversation that’s equal parts unfiltered, funny, and inspiring. From growing up in "the real Atlanta" to navigating surrogacy, Kandi gets candid about motherhood, faith, and the lessons she’s still learning while being a successful entrepreneur. She shares her very first emotional day filming RHOA and why she’s unapologetically “a what comes up, comes out” kind of person.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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From Seat Filler to Stellar Award Winner w/ Vashawn Mitchell
Sep 700:50:59Summary readyThis weeks guest went from seat-filler at the Stellar Awards to six-time Stellar Award winner, songwriter and worship leader VaShawn Mitchell has truly lived the testimony behind his music. In this soul-stirring conversation with the creator of “Nobody Greater” we unpack the journey, the lessons, and the faith that keeps him grounded.
SummaryBigger Than Brunch w/ Trell Thomas
Aug 3100:55:04Summary readyThis week Trell Thomas joins us for or a masterclass in faith, perseverance, and walking boldly in your purpose. He shares the wisdom of his mentors, reminding us that if your dream begins and ends with you, it’s not big enough. This episode dives deep into trusting God’s timing, learning when to move on.....even when it’s comfortable and preparing for what you pray for.
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Bigger Than Brunch w/ Trell Thomas
Aug 3100:53:34Summary readyThis week Trell Thomas joins us for or a masterclass in faith, perseverance, and walking boldly in your purpose. He shares the wisdom of his mentors, reminding us that if your dream begins and ends with you, it’s not big enough. This episode dives deep into trusting God’s timing, learning when to move on.....even when it’s comfortable and preparing for what you pray for.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
SummaryThe Chapter of Gratitude w/ Ciara
Aug 2400:56:01Summary readyIn this unforgettable episode you get an honest and vulnerable look into the life the one and only Ciara. She is GRAMMY Award-winning artist, entrepreneur, wife, and mom and we are still trying to figure out how she does it all. Ciara opens up about living her life in chapters, with this season being one of gratitude. Join us as wee dive into love, faith, and family. This episode is inspiring, joyful, and full of gems you’ll want to replay again and again
SummaryThe Chapter of Gratitude w/ Ciara
Aug 2400:54:31Summary readyIn this unforgettable episode you get an honest and vulnerable look into the life the one and only Ciara. She is GRAMMY Award-winning artist, entrepreneur, wife, and mom and we are still trying to figure out how she does it all. Ciara opens up about living her life in chapters, with this season being one of gratitude. Join us as wee dive into love, faith, and family. This episode is inspiring, joyful, and full of gems you’ll want to replay again and againSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
SummaryThe Process of Storytelling w/ Malcolm D. Lee
Aug 17, 202500:56:34Summary readyIn this powerful conversation with acclaimed filmmaker Malcolm D. Lee—the visionary behind The Best Man, Girls Trip, Night School and more. Malcolm opens up about his journey from writing scripts in his parents’ basement to building one of the most respected careers in Hollywood. He shares how Spike Lee’s influence inspired him to pursue film, the process of writing The Best Man as a timeless classic, and why every great script starts with a “crappy draft.” Malcolm also dives into the lessons of perseverance during slow seasons, the pressure of rewrites, and the importance of always putting character first.
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