Keep it Positive, Sweetie

Keep it Positive, Sweetie

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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November 23, 2025 60 mins

In this episode of the Keep It Positive Sweetie Show, host Crystal Renee Hayslett chats with actor, producer, and writer Lil Rel Howery about his career, faith, and new film 'Unexpected Christmas.' Lil Rel shares stories from his early years in Chicago, his breakout role in 'Get Out,' and his journey through standup comedy. He opens up about the influence of great comedians, the importance of faith, and how he found healing through...

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In this episode of the 'Keep It Positive Sweetie Show,' Crystal Renee Hayslett sits down with comedian Marco Summers, also known as Funny Marco, to discuss his unique approach to comedy and life. They talk about Marco's journey from DM'ing Crystal over a year ago after watching a Tyler Perry episode to finally being on the show. Marco shares insights on patience, learning from Kevin Hart, and not letting the industry's timing affec...

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This week on Actress, author, and woman of unwavering faith Edwina Findley joins us and shares how her journey from The Wire to Hollywood stardom has been guided by divine purpose every step of the way. 

Edwina opens up about walking in obedience when doors close, finding joy through motherhood, and why you never have to compromise your peace for prosperity. It’s an inspiring conversation, reminding us all that delayed i...

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November 3, 2025 1 min

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, le...

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November 2, 2025 72 mins

This week Tye Tribbett - 3x GRAMMY winner, pastor, and pure Holy Ghost energy has a seat on the KIPS chair! We talk faith, fame, and finding peace in God’s pace, not the industry’s.

From growing up on gospel-only music to creating chart-topping “jambalaya” for Jesus, Tye gets real about slowing down, trusting God when you can’t trace Him, and why kings cry too.

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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.

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October 19, 2025 61 mins

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. 

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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 ...

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October 5, 2025 76 mins

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. 

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September 28, 2025 70 mins

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 RHOA and why she&rsq...

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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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August 31, 2025 53 mins

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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August 24, 2025 54 mins

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 t...

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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 sta...

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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 ...

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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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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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July 20, 2025 59 mins

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 y...

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Episode 1 of Season 8 is here !!

In this powerful and personal episode I sit down with the multi-talented Queen Naija for a real conversation about growth, grace, and glowing from the inside out.

We talk about so much from body image, to the pressure to be perfect, mom guilt, and learning to love yourself at every stage. We talk therapy, fasting from social media, honoring our faith, and how she’s shifting the way she shows up as ...

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We’re back at the BET Media House, and Part 2 is filled with even more gems, laughter, and soul-stirring conversations.

Day 2 of BET Media House was full of insightful conversations from start to finish with some of the biggest power houses in the industry.


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