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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,

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50:11

Redefining Modern Womanhood w/ Karen Pitttman

Keep it Positive, Sweetie ·

2025/10/26

This week, actress Karen Pittman joins us for a powerful conversation about womanhood, motherhood, and living with intention. From writing letters to her characters to redefining what fulfillment looks like, Karen shares how imagination and purpose guide her through every season of life. Visit: CrystalReneeHayslett.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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61:08

Work Life Harmony w/ Melissa Proctor

Keep it Positive, Sweetie ·

2025/10/19

This 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.

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47:16

Praying for Destiny Helpers w/ Jekalyn Carr

Keep it Positive, Sweetie ·

2025/10/12

In 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.See

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76:05

Keeping Up With The Sweeties

Keep it Positive, Sweetie ·

2025/10/05

This 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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70:55

The Reality of Reality w/ Kandi Burruss

Keep it Positive, Sweetie ·

2025/09/28

Sweeties, 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 RHOAand why she’s unapologetically “a what comes up, comes out” kind of

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50:59

From Seat Filler to Stellar Award Winner w/ Vashawn...

Keep it Positive, Sweetie ·

2025/09/07

This 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.

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50:59

From Seat Filler to Stellar Award Winner w/ Vashawn...

Keep it Positive, Sweetie ·

2025/09/07

This 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.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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53:34

Bigger Than Brunch w/ Trell Thomas

Keep it Positive, Sweetie ·

2025/08/31

This 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.

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55:04

Bigger Than Brunch w/ Trell Thomas

Keep it Positive, Sweetie ·

2025/08/31

This 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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56:01

The Chapter of Gratitude w/ Ciara

Keep it Positive, Sweetie ·

2025/08/24

In 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

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54:31

The Chapter of Gratitude w/ Ciara

Keep it Positive, Sweetie ·

2025/08/24

In 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

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55:05

The Process of Storytelling w/ Malcolm D. Lee

Keep it Positive, Sweetie ·

2025/08/17

In 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

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56:34

The Process of Storytelling w/ Malcolm D. Lee

Keep it Positive, Sweetie ·

2025/08/17

In 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

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69:49

Be The Hero In Your Own Life w/ Kellie Bowman

Keep it Positive, Sweetie ·

2025/08/10

In this powerful and soul-nourishing episode of Keep It Positive Sweetie, Crystal sits down with wellness expert and herbalist Kellie Bowman, daughter of the legendary Dr. Sebi, for a conversation that feels like a masterclass in health, healing, and self-discovery.From sitting in the garden and discovering okra’s power to control blood sugar, to understanding the alkaline diet and its ability to create a body where disease can’t survive, Kellie drops gems that will change the way you look at

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68:20

Be The Hero In Your Own Life w/ Kellie Bowman

Keep it Positive, Sweetie ·

2025/08/10

In this powerful and soul-nourishing episode of Keep It Positive Sweetie, Crystal sits down with wellness expert and herbalist Kellie Bowman, daughter of the legendary Dr. Sebi, for a conversation that feels like a masterclass in health, healing, and self-discovery. From sitting in the garden and discovering okra’s power to control blood sugar, to understanding the alkaline diet and its ability to create a body where disease can’t survive, Kellie drops gems that will change the way you look at your

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80:24

The Business of Making Money w/ Bea Dixon

Keep it Positive, Sweetie ·

2025/08/03

In this episode, I sit down with Bea Dixon, founder + CEO of The Honey Pot Company, for an honest conversation about purpose, entrepreneurship and pushing through adversity. She has dominated the women's wellness space, giving us organic and safe products to use–one that I personally use and love. What I love most is, how unapologetic Bea is when it comes to her success. She truly left me inspired and I know you will be too!

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78:54

The Business of Making Money w/ Bea Dixon

Keep it Positive, Sweetie ·

2025/08/03

In this episode, I sit down with Bea Dixon, founder + CEO of The Honey Pot Company, for an honest conversation about purpose, entrepreneurship and pushing through adversity. She has dominated the women's wellness space, giving us organic and safe products to use–one that I personally use and love. What I love most is, how unapologetic Bea is when it comes to her success. She truly left me inspired and I know you will be too! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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67:48

The Ministry of Storytelling w/ Mignon Von

Keep it Positive, Sweetie ·

2025/07/27

This week joining us is actress and radiant spirit Mignon Von. We have beautifully layered conversation about what it means to live with intention, abundance, and alignment. We share our journeys of navigating Hollywood expectations and the spotlight. Mignon, is a bold woman of faith who opens up about identity, womanhood, and what it really means to want better than you've seen.

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67:49

The Ministry of Storytelling w/ Mignon Von

Keep it Positive, Sweetie ·

2025/07/27

This week joining us is actress and radiant spirit Mignon Von. We have beautifully layered conversation about what it means to live with intention, abundance, and alignment. We share our journeys of navigating Hollywood expectations and the spotlight. Mignon, is a bold woman of faith who opens up about identity, womanhood, and what it really means to want better than you've seen. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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61:09

Keeping it 100 & Positive w/ KJ Smith

Keep it Positive, Sweetie ·

2025/07/20

This week I sit down with my Sista - the one and only KJ Smith Black. We discuss the beauty and the battle behind the scenes of her biggest season yet. From filming while pregnant to healing through PCOS, KJ opens up about reclaiming her health, her voice, and her faith — on God’s time. Whether you're navigating fertility, rediscovering your faith, or simply learning to block with grace and keep your sword ready, this one is for you. Don't forget to like, subscribe, and drop your favorite quote

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