Have you ever wished you could sit in on those deep, unfiltered conversations where lightbulb moments and game-changing insights flow freely? Each week, we dive into the stories and lessons of experts, creatives, and leaders who know what it means to pivot, thrive, and share the gems they’ve gathered. I’ll also sprinkle in my own experiences—because, let’s be real, we’re all figuring it out together. Think of it as a candid catch-up with your bff next door who’s always got the tea and isn’t ...
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Kaisha S. Huguley, New York based multi-hyphenate artist and creative is the host of the “Kaisha Creates Podcast”, a podcast she created to share her personal experiences and engage in discussion on the musical theatre and social media/content creation industries. You can connect with Kaisha on all social media platforms @kaishacreates 🌟
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Urgency, Grief & Building a Life That Feels Like Yours
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6:35Bozoma Saint John's The Urgent Life cracked Debbie wide open—not because it's about ambition, but because it's about love, loss, and the choices we make when we realize tomorrow isn't promised. In this vulnerable CEO Study Session, Debbie shares how both she and Bozoma learned the hard way that most of us don't ask "What am I doing with my life?" u…
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Invisible Contracts with Real Consequences
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15:27Ever been mad at someone for breaking a rule they didn’t even know existed? Yeah… same. This week on A Cup of Honest Tea, we’re getting real about unspoken expectations — the invisible contracts we hold others to, the silent resentments they breed, and the wreckage they leave behind when we don’t find the words to speak our needs out loud. We’re di…
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The Pivot: Grief, Growth, and Showing Up as a Human First
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9:29This isn’t a strategy session. It’s not tied up with clarity or action steps. It’s grief.In this raw, unfiltered episode of A Cup of Honest Tea, I sit down with the mic and share what it’s been like to grieve in real-time. Since November, I’ve been navigating an ache that’s lingered in my business, body, and voice. I talk about: • Letting go of the…
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This isn’t a typical episode. No tips. No takeaways. No curated clarity. Just grief. And the quiet ache that’s been sitting in the background—of my business, my body, my voice—since November. In this episode of A Cup of Honest Tea, I open the mic without a plan and share what it’s really like to grieve in real time… while still showing up. For clie…
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In this episode of A Cup of Honest Tea, I take you on my emotional rollercoaster of overthinking, crying in bed, questioning my entire life… and then getting humbled by my own uterus. We’re talking about big feelings, why emotions demand to be felt, and how our bodies force us to slow down (whether we like it or not). So if you’ve ever spiraled ove…
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Perfectly Planned: The Power of Photographer-Planner Collaboration with Alisha Freeman
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1:14:14In this episode of “A Cup of Honest Tea,” I sit down with Alisha Freeman, the creative force behind OneTwentyWestCo, to talk about the magic of collaboration between photographers and planners. Alisha shares her journey from starting as a Day-Of Coordinator to becoming a sought-after event designer, recently rebranding and elevating her business. W…
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High-Functioning, Heavy Hearted: The Weight You Don’t See
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20:32You look like you’ve got it all together—but inside, it’s a whole different story. In this episode, we’re talking about the silent weight of high-functioning depression: showing up for the world while quietly falling apart. From the myth of being the ‘strong one’ to the invisible labor of performing normalcy, we’re unpacking what it really means to…
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I’m back, y’all! In this quick, three-minute sip of A Cup of Honest Tea, I’m catching you up on where I’ve been and spilling the tea on what’s coming next. This season, we’re diving deeper into real conversations, lessons learned, and how to navigate life, business, and growth. Whether you’re an OG listener or new to the party, this episode is your…
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Why I Created This: My One Woman Showcial
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16:53Hey there friends! It's been SO long since I uploaded an episode on my podcast. TOO long. However, I'm back at the mic to share why I created my most recent solo show - @kaishacreates, A One Woman Showcial. In this episode, I discuss how I came up with the concept for this show and start a discussion on where I see this potentially going moving for…
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Today's episode covers various topics. There is no specific theme for discussion. We discussed what I've been up to, reading, and my thoughts on a few things currently happening in our society. It's a "lemme fill you in" episode that also has a little passionate outburst about relationships, attachment styles, folks doing absolutely nothing to prot…
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This episode, we discussed how the media portrays queer/bi-sexual femme folks and the lacking in representation does harm us in real life and real time.
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In this episode, we continued a discussion on "Strange Things About The Johnsons". This time, we directed our efforts on one scene where it shows the level of secrecy family members or loved ones will go through just to save face at the expense of the victimization of those they say they love. Excerpt: "When you are silent having knowledge that an …
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TRIGGER WARNING: Rape/Sexual abuse, Incest, Emotional Abuse, and Mental Abuse are discussed. In today's episode, we're discussing sexual trauma on black bodies and how we react to things like this as a community. The center of discussion is the short film "Stranger Things About The Johnsons". Everyday, we are traumatized and re-traumatized by our e…
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In this episode, I'm discussing my dating chronicles/experiences from my younger years to adulthood and unpack some things that are now showing up in my adulthood. Dating in NYC's limited pool, to having sex with a friend to push a boyfriend to break up with me, and how my current dating life has me out here as mush ball mcthuggy.…
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In this episode, I'm sharing my experience with therapy and how it has changed my life for the better. Anything that'll prevent you from cutting a hoe and ending up in prison is a good thing to invest in if you ask me. I'm discussing how therapy helped me to become more self-aware as well as reinforcing my boundaries, notice red flags, and lead a b…
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Sex has always been this topic we tiptoe around as if it's not normal to have sexual desires. So here I am, speaking of my own experiences and journey with sex that sometimes we unsavory, funny, and/or liberating. In this episode, I talk about my understanding of sex, growing up in church + their view, and my own sexual freedom (exploring kink, why…
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This is an introduction and welcome to the new podcast. It's a new and exciting project to start and I ready to delve into some tea with you all. Just wanted to share why I started this podcast and what to expect.
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EP 23 - Taking Strategic Leaps of Faith & Prioritizing Self & Health with Shauné Hayes
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35:59Today on the podcast is Shauné Hayes, CEO/Sensible Makeup Artist at Red Carpet Ready Makeup! Shauné is one of my favorite entrepreneurs because her story is an example of how taking a strategic leap of faith can set you up for success and fulfillment. I met Shauné in 2014 as she is the makeup artist who provided makeup and hair services for my wedd…
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EP 22 - From Medicine to Musical Theatre with Elizabeth Adabale
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32:39Today on the podcast is the brilliantly talented, Elizabeth Adabale, NYC Based Actor, Singer, and Creator. I had the pleasure of working with Elizabeth on Revelation: The Musical (Off-Broadway). Most recently, Elizabeth was seen performing as a Church Lady (Sofia u/s) in the National Tour of The Color Purple 💜 In today’s episode, Elizabeth shares h…
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EP 021 - From Behind the Lens with Debbie Lemonte
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30:39Today on the podcast is one of my favorite New York City photographers, Debbie Lemonte of @dag_images ✨ In today’s episode, Debbie and I discuss her entrepreneurial journey in photography, quarantine 2020, and so much more! To read the show notes for this episode, please visit www.kaishacreates.com/podcast ✨…
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EP 20 - Practicing Persistence & Patience with Giorgia Testa
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32:39Today on the podcast is Giorgia Testa, an actress & creative who is determined to follow her arts & entertainment dreams! In today’s episode, Giorgia and I discuss practicing persistence and patience when dream chasing and also tell a really FUN story of an adventure we had together in Milan, Italy! Enjoy 😊 To read the show notes for today’s episod…
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EP 19 - Overcoming Bullying and Living Authentically w/ Matthew Rafanelli
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36:26Today on the podcast is a dear friend of mine, Matthew Rafanelli - @mattraff8 ✨ Matthew is a New York Based Actor who I met while working on a production of Miracle on 34th Street at the Argyle Theatre. In this episode, Matt and I discuss bullying and what it means to live your authentic truth. To learn more about Matt and how to connect with him, …
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EP 018 - Embracing the Ebs & Flows When the Industry is Unpredictable with Diamond Essence White
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31:57Today on the podcast is Diamond Essence White @diamondessencewhite - NYC Based Actress who made her Broadway Debut as a standby for Zoe/Alana in “Dear Evan Hansen”. In today’s episode, Diamond shares her story and discusses pursuing musical theatre professionally, her commitment to her faith, and more! To view the show notes for this episode, simpl…
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EP 017 - Lessons on Trusting God & Never Giving Up with Carvens Lissaint
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1:05:55Today on the podcast is Carvens Lissaint, LA Based Actor, Writer, & Poet who currently stars as George Washington in Hamilton The Musical at the Pantages Theatre in CA. Carvens openly shares his story including both the ups and the downs of what it has been like pursuing a career in the arts & entertainment industry. He discusses his relationship w…
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EP 016 - I Thought We Had More Time w/Kaisha S. Huguley
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13:21Today on the podcast is yours truly with a solo episode. In this episode, I’m reading a very heart felt blog post I wrote and shared on my blog entitled “I Thought We Had More Time”. When I recorded this episode my grandmother was still living, however, at this time, she has now passed away. Please keep my family and I in your prayers. If you’d lik…
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EP 015 - Walking with God & Navigating the Arts & Entertainment Industry w/Isaiah Bailey
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42:31Today on the podcast is my dear friend, Isaiah Bailey, NYC Based Actor, who was most recently on tour with Beautiful: The Carole King Musical. In today’s episode, Isaiah and I discuss the importance of walking with God while navigating careers in the arts and entertainment industry. Isaiah also shares his incredible story of how he re-dedicated his…
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EP 014 - Starting from The Ground Up with Kalisha Carmichael of Boss Blend Coffee
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47:18Today on the podcast is Kalisha Carmichael, the CEO of Boss Blend Coffee. In today’s episode, Kalisha and I discuss entrepreneurship, the importance of pushing through, positioning, and so much more! To read the show notes for this episode, please visit www.kaishacreates.com/podcast.
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EP 013 - How to Heal from the Past While Moving Towards the Future with Brianna Dance
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35:59Today on the podcast, I’m chatting it up with Brianna Dance, a Content Creator based in the DMV. Brianna is the creative mastermind behind the platform “Power of Care”. In today’s episode, Brianna and I have a heart to heart about how to heal from the past and move forward towards the future. To see the show notes form today’s episode, visit www.ka…
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EP 012 - Navigating the Arts & Entertainment Industry as a Mixed Race Actor with Drew Tanabe
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21:21Today’s guest is New York Based actor, singer, and dancer - Drew Tanabe. In this episode, Drew and I discuss his experiences navigating the arts and entertainment industry as a mixed race actor. We also learn in this episode that Drew is from Jupiter! Can you believe it? 😌 To view the show notes of this episode, simply visit: www.kaishacreates.com/…
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EP 011 - How to Take the First Step in Prioritizing Your Health & Fitness with Brittany Hogan
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23:10Today’s guest is a fierce and fabulous woman by the name of Brittany Hogan. Brittany is a health and fitness coach and in today’s episode, she shares her story in how she got started in her health and wellness journey. In this episode, she also offers advice on how to get started with a good health and wellness regimen. To connect with Brittany and…
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EP 010 - Changing Career Paths & Taking the Road Less Traveled with Sean Cullen Carroll
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36:08This podcast episode features one of my good friends, Sean Cullen Carroll (@theseancarroll on Instagram), an actor, entrepreneur, and creative based in New York City. He’s the host of The Courageous Actor Podcast and he’s also Tik Tok famous. I hope you enjoy listening to our conversation! The show notes of this episode can be found at www.kaishacr…
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EP 009 - How I Made It to Broadway with Actress Judith Franklin
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55:46Season 2 of #AKaishaStory kicks off today with the amazing story of @judithfranklin - an actress who was determined to see her dreams realized. Judith is currently in the cast of the Tina Turner Musical on Broadway 🌟 To see the show notes, please visit www.kaishacreates.com.
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Hey fam! Today’s episode is the last episode in Season 1 of A Kaisha Story! I hope you have been enjoying the podcast so far! In today’s episode, I’m sharing the story of what happened the night before my prom. It’s an event that pretty much changed my life forever. Thanks for listening! Don’t forget to leave a 5-star review and share the podcast o…
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Hey Fam! I put out a poll on all of my social media platforms asking you guys for questions to answer in a podcast episode. Well, here it is! I hope you enjoy it 😎 Thanks for all the questions!
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Hey guys and gals, today’s episode is all about how I met my wonderful husband, Quinton. This was a highly requested episode, so I’m excited for you to hear this one day. Enjoy 😊✨
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EP 005 - The Ugly Truth About my Student Loan Debt
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12:54Hey Fam, this episode is about my current frustration with my student loan debt. I know many of you out there can relate to this subject, so I wanted to make an episode talking about the matter. Don’t forget to leave me a 5-Star review! 💫
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EP 004 - Quitting my Job...Was it Worth It?
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19:36Hey guys and gals, today’s episode is really timely as this week I’ll be celebrating the two year mark since I resigned from my 9 to 5! 🙌🏽 Don’t forget to leave me a 5-star review! ✨
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EP 003 - A Letter to my Younger Self: Keep Thriving, Sweet Girl
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15:45Hey Fam, you guys voted on my poll on Instagram @KaishaCreates for this episode to be the 3rd episode of #AKaishaStory. In this episode, I read a few journal entries I wrote between 2010 - 2012. Please also listen to the disclaimer at the very beginning of the episode. This episode does contain profanity and the topic is adult in nature. To check o…
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EP 002 - I Know How to Handle Emergency Situations
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10:49In this episode, I share a story of my encounter with an intoxicated male stranger, a firefighter, and my next door neighbors. The show notes for this episode can be found at www.kaishacreates.com/blog 🥳
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Hello guys and gals! Welcome to the very first episode of #AKaishaStory 💫 In this episode I discuss why I’m starting this podcast and I share my “Untold Origin Story”. Please visit www.kaishacreates.com/blog for the show notes for this episode.
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