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Keep it Positive, Sweetie

The Black Effect Podcast Network and iHeartPodcasts

151 episodes · Explicit

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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  1. Success & Second Chances With Gail Bean

    · 55 min · S6 E1 · Explicit

    In this episode, NAACP Image Award winning actress, Gail Bean, shares some of the personal highs and lows she experienced on her rise to stardom, the importance of social and political responsibility, as well as how…

  2. Getting to the Money, Love and Success with Ashley Fox

    · 41 min · S5 E8

    This week I had the opportunity to sit down with financial advisor and CEO of Empify, Ashley Fox. We talked about everything from generational wealth, budgeting, investment and love. Ya'll, Ashley really got my wheels…

  3. The Power of Your Dreams with Stephanie Ike Okafor

    · 55 min · S5 E7

    This week I have none other than the Executive Pastor of The Potter’s House at One LA, talk show host, and now author, Stephanie Ike Okafor. I didn't know what to expect when we sat down, but I was changed for the…

  4. A Life in Bloom with Shawn Finnie

    · 1 h 00 min · S5 E6

    Y'all, I've been wanting to have my dear friend Shawn Finnie on the couch since season 1 and God made it possible. If you know him in real life or follow Shawn's IG, you know he is a much needed light. He's lived many…

  5. From Beauty to Business with Kiyah Wright

    · 46 min · S5 E5

    This week I have my friend and longtime stylist Kiyah Wright on the couch. She's been in the hair industry for 30 years working with everyone from Ciara, Mary J Blige, Tyra Banks, and so many other iconic women in the…

  6. A Series of Yes with Brenda Palmer

    · 1 h 16 min · S5 E4

    This week I have my friend Brenda Palmer on the couch. In addition to being a preacher, she's also a producer, podcaster, and digital creator. We talked all things God, her book, upcoming tour, yoga, and denouncing…

  7. En Route with Durand Bernarr

    · 41 min · S5 E3

    This week I have the uber talented Durand Bernarr on the couch. It was a pleasure to get to know him as his star is on the rise. Not only is he Erykah Badu's longtime background singer, he's an amazing R&B singer and…

  8. Hope Dealer with MAJOR.

    · 50 min · S5 E2

    There were certain people that I just had to invite on the couch when I visited LA ,and MAJOR. was one of them. For those that know and get to witness MAJOR., they know that he is a great guy. Always hopeful every time…

  9. A Cécred Place with Tina Knowles

    · 42 min · S5 E1

    Ya'll we are back for Season 5 and I decided to bring KIPS to LA during BET week. I had the pleasure of talking to the amazing Miss Tina Knowles and she is just as sweet as can be. We all know her for being Beyoncé and…

  10. Marinating Over Activating with Sarah Jakes Roberts

    · 1 h 07 min · S4 E10

    I had the honor of interviewing Sarah Jakes Roberts while she was in town for her Power Moves book tour. Y'all it really felt like I was sitting down with a longtime girlfriend! We talked about her upbringing, family,…

  11. The Gift of Rejection with Nona Jones

    · 1 h 20 min · S4 E9

    I had the pleasure of sitting with the wonderful and incredibly talented Nona Jones. We hadn't realized how much we had in common until we sat down. We talk about everything from her upbringing, childhood trauma,…

  12. Stay True with Dante Bowe

    · 54 min · S4 E8

    I had the pleasure of sitting down with singer Dante Bowe, whom I've been a fan of for a long time. He is one of my favorite voices on most of my Maverick City Music songs! We talk about his upbringing, being homeless,…

  13. My Brother's Keeper with Emmanuel Hudson

    · 58 min · S4 E7

    This week I have my friend, comedian and artist Emmanuel Hudson, on the couch. Not only is he funny, but he is serious about his faith walk and has one of the most relatable testimony's. It's not easy navigating this…

  14. Standing On Business with Amber Grimes

    · 1 h 12 min · S4 E6

    Ya'll have no idea how excited I am to have Amber on the show. We met very early on in my career and so much has changed for the two of us. It's been beautiful to see each other's rise and growth in the industry over…

  15. Flip Ya Life with Shabazz the OG

    · 1 h 04 min · S4 E4

    This week we have my friend and entrepreneur Shabazz the OG on the couch. We go waaaay back, when I was pursuing my music career. He's been a great friend and a supporter of mine since day one. He's lived many lives…

  16. Family Over Everything with Devale Ellis

    · 57 min · S4 E4

    Y'all have been asking for my brother and costar Devale to join me on the couch and we finally made it happen! We talk about everything from football, business, faith and most importantly family. If you know anything…

  17. Embracing the Pivot with Chester Tre' Rogers

    · 47 min · S4 E3

    This week I have my friend, Chester Tre’ Rogers, on the couch to discuss his journey from playing in the NFL to being a series regular on 50 Cent’s BMF. Tre’ is a great example of prayer, hard work and determination…

  18. A New Season of Abundance with Miss Lawrence

    · 1 h 10 min · S4 E2

    This week I have the talented and fabulous Miss Lawrence on the couch. I knew we were going to kiki, but I had no idea that he was going to preach a good sermon. He reminds all of us to nurture the gifts that God gave…

  19. More Than A Woman with Khadeen Ellis

    · 1 h 21 min · S4 E1

    Excited to kick off season 4 with my good sis, Khadeen Ellis. A lot of y'all see her on social media and know her as a wife and mom to 4 whole boys, but she is so much more than that and I felt it as important for you…

  20. Pretty Confident with Pretty Vee

    · 56 min · S3 E11

    This week I have none other than the incredibly funny, God fearing, sweet and gracious Pretty Vee on the couch. Ever since I met Vee she's been a bright light and I wanted the world to know that she's so much more than…

  21. Wisdom Gained from Relationships, Love and Lust w/ Josh Powell

    · 1 h 14 min · S3 E10

    In this weeks episode, I have former NBA player now author, Josh Powell on the couch. I learned about Josh through mutual friends who shared with me how moved they were by his vulnerability and the open conversations…

  22. Keep On Survivin' with MarQuis Parson

    · 1 h 03 min · S3 E8

    This week I invited my longtime friend and brother from another mother, MarQuis, to join me on the couch. MarQuis has been riding with me since college and we've seen each other through so many ups and downs. We talked…

  23. Dear Crystal

    · 52 min · S3 E7

    Hey Sweeties! A lot of you send me fan mail and I'm honored that you take the time to send me encouraging messages and ask for advice. Many of you are really bold with your questions too, so I decided to answer some of…

  24. Encountering God with Todd Galberth

    · 1 h 02 min · S3 E6

    This week we have my brother, Change Church worship leader, songwriter and recording artist, Todd Galberth on the couch. We talk about how dope God is, when he first encountered him, and how every door that Todd has…

  25. Silencing My Shame with Shanti Das

    · 1 h 01 min · S3 E5

    This week I brought my friend and powerhouse, Shanti Das, on the show to share her story with us. After an unstoppable career as one of the most impactful women in hip-hop, she stepped away from the music industry and…

  26. Activate Your Greatness with Alex Toussaint

    · 50 min · S3 E4

    Season 3 Episode 4 | Welcome back Sweeties! This year our first guest is none other than the super talented, highly motivated Peloton Instructor, author and speaker, Alex Toussaint. Alex and I met when I was in the…

  27. Can An Alpha Female Have It All w/ Quiana Watson?

    · 1 h 02 min · S3 E3

    Season 3 Episode 3 | My good friend, sis and realtor Quiana stopped by to have girl talk and talk about the pros and cons of being an alpha female, relationships, her career as a real estate agent and a whole lot more.…

  28. In This New Season with Megan Ashley

    · 1 h 14 min · S3 E2

    Season 3 Episode 2 | Oftentimes when people get in the limelight, they hide their love for God and only acknowledge Him publicly during their acceptance speeches. But today's guest loves God publicly and proudly. I…

  29. Father's Day with Kirk Franklin

    · 1 h 08 min · S3 E1

    Season 3 Episode 1 | We're kicking season 3 off with the one and only, Kirk Franklin. Not only is he one of my favorite artists, but his music helped me during some of the toughest seasons of my life. In this episode…

  30. Where There's a Will, There's a Way with Will Packer

    · 1 h 14 min · S2 E10

    Season 2 Episode 10 | For our season finale, I sat down with my family and super producer, Will Packer. He's such a great conversationalist, so much so, that he started interviewing me. We talked about everything from…

  31. Positive Outcomes

    · 42 min · S2 E9

    In this episode, I'm watching your video submissions for Positive Outcomes letters and y'all told me ALL of your business! Thank you for trusting KIPS to be a safe space. I just want to let you know that I love you…

  32. Still I Rise with Gocha Hawkins-Haynes

    · 57 min · S2 E8

    Season 2 Episode 8 | This week I sat down with my longtime friend Gocha, who has been through a lot and has turned her life around. Gocha is a walking testimony with a story to tell and spreads positivity wherever she…

  33. The Entertainment Biz- Seasons of Uncertainty w/ Shornell & Manny

    · 49 min · S2 E7 · Explicit

    Season 2 Episode 7 | Everyone knows it takes a village to pull off production. There are so many departments such as glam, costume design, crafty and more who work to bring your favorite shows and movies to life. I'm…

  34. Becoming a Bawse with Kimberly Blackwell

    · 1 h 39 min · S2 E6

    Season 2 Episode 6 | This week Kimberly Blackwell joined me on the couch and we caught up like the cameras weren't rolling. Sometimes you meet people unexpectedly and you hope they are as dope as they seem online; Kim…

  35. Creating a Life of Longevity with Kenny Burns

    · 1 h 19 min · S2 E5 · Explicit

    Season 2 Episode 5 | This week's guest and I go WAY back! I've invited my big brother Kenny Burns on the show. We talk about navigating the entertainment industry, networking, how to keep your integrity and so much…

  36. Heart to Heart with Dinorah Peña

    · 1 h 14 min · S2 E4

    Season 2 | Episode 4. When I met this week’s guest, I had no idea how much my life would change. KIPS Gang has requested my manager, Dinorah Peña on the show since season 1 and now she’s on the couch! Not only is she…

  37. Help Is On The Way with Kountry Wayne

    · 1 h 31 min · S2 E3 · Explicit

    Season 2 Episode 3 | I’m so excited to welcome my friend and Praise This co-star Kountry Wayne to the couch! We talked about his experience growing up, his past life as a drug dealer, his love for God, road to success…

  38. More Than What Meets The Eye with Eva Marcille

    · 1 h 16 min · S2 E2 · Explicit

    Season 2 Episode 2 | This week, I am sitting with the talented and beautiful, Eva Marcille! Many of you may know her as America’s Next Top Model or from the many TV shows she’s been in, but she’s so much more than what…

  39. Higher is Waiting with Tyler Perry

    · 1 h 18 min · S2 E1 · Explicit

    Season 2 Episode 1 | Welcome back SWEETIES! I am so excited to have my big brother, boss, and one of my biggest inspirations, Tyler Perry, on the couch. Ya’ll have no idea how monumental this moment is for me — for US!…

  40. Dating Women of My Caliber

    · 39 min · S1 E11 · Explicit

    Season 1 Episode 11 | As we bring this season to an end, I invited my brother Cyhi on the show to discuss dating a woman of my caliber. Over the years, Cyhi and I have had countless talks about dating, love and…

  41. Sisterhood

    · 1 h 09 min · S1 E10 · Explicit

    Season 1 Episode 10 | This week I have my sistas on the couch. Join us as we talk about sisterhood, love, relationships, boundaries and much more. I pray that all of the women out there have a village of women that…

  42. My Salvation Story

    · 37 min · S1 E9 · Explicit

    Season 1 Episode 9 | So many of you have shared how my love for God has been inspiring and I wanted to share my salvation story with you. We all have our own journey in our faith walk and one is not greater than the…

  43. Purging Season

    · 36 min · S1 E8 · Explicit

    Season 1 Episode 8 |While purging is very necessary to get rid of dead weight and start anew, the process isn’t always easy. You can know that you need to do the right thing, but the right decision doesn’t always feel…

  44. Navigating Anxiety

    · 58 min · S1 E7 · Explicit

    Season 1 Episode 7 | In today's society, we are going through so much and a lot of us are going through it alone and in silence. Our anxiety has gotten worse since the pandemic and we're coping the best we know how.…

  45. Soft Life

    · 35 min · S1 E6 · Explicit

    Season 1 Episode 6 | OK now, KIPS gang. If you didn’t already know it, I am in my soft life era, like FR FR. I have chosen to live more in my feminine and do the things that feel good, alleviate stress, bring me joy,…

  46. Love The Way God Intended

    · 49 min · S1 E5 · Explicit

    Season 1 Episode 5 | Y'all I feel like this is my year for LOVE. I am ready for my man, my man, my man! So often, we start dating someone and God is nowhere to be found. If we gon do this thing, I need it be rooted in…

  47. Dating In Your 40's

    · 42 min · S1 E4 · Explicit

    Season 1 Episode 4 | Whew chile the ghetto! Dating in today’s society is HARD, especially with social media and all of the apps. But dating in your 40’s seems to be even harder. Is it just me?! Ladies, the older we…

  48. Body Count with Jasmin "Watch Jazzy" Brown

    · 1 h 24 min · S1 E3 · Explicit

    Season 1 Episode 3 | Let's talk about SEX, baby -- cause some of us want a freak in the morning and a freak in the evening 👀 Ladies, is it just me, or are you also tired of how society shames you for your body count,…

  49. Get to Know Me

    · 51 min · S1 E2

    Season 1 Episode 2 | Whew, this is a lot! For years I have remained guarded and have only shared the pieces of me that I felt safe to do so. But for some reason, this year I felt God calling me to be vulnerable and…

  50. Survivor's Remorse with Isaac Carree

    · 50 min · S1 E1

    Season 1 Episode 1 | Survivor's remorse is when a person has feelings of guilt because they survived a life-threatening situation when others did not. The truth is, that same type of guilt can bleed into our day to day…

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