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Muse & MasteryWelcome to Muse & Mastery! (fka The Prolific Hub Podcast) | Ep. 91Send us a textWelcome to Muse & Mastery!! (Formerly known as The Prolific Hub Podcast, and formerly, formerly known as 3tingz Podcast).Hosted by Aliya Cheyanne, Muse & Mastery is a digital sanctuary for creative thinkers, makers, and seekers. Each episode explores how we can live, create, and evolve in alignment with our purpose. Tune in for a solo, fall update, and the inspiration behind the show's rebrand! Support the showEnjoy the episode?- Share it with friends!- Send a voice note or text! - Rate & review t...
2025-12-0129 min
Muse & MasteryTouchable Bodies: A Conversation with the Author of Touch Me, I'm Sick, Margeaux Feldman | Ep. 90Send us a textWatch this Episode on YouTube!When was the last time someone truly touched you? Not just physically, but in a way that made you feel seen, safe, and wholly present? For those living with chronic illness, trauma, or both, this question carries layers of complexity that most wellness conversations never reach.Margeaux Feldman joins us to discuss their forthcoming memoir "Touch Me, I'm Sick: A Memoir In Essays" which explores the profound relationship between physical touch, trauma, and chronic illness. From their own journey with fibromyalgia to broader cultural...
2025-09-081h 20
Muse & MasteryReimagining Housing & Climate Solutions for Today ft. KC3 Founder, Daphany Rose Sanchez | Ep. 89Send us a textWatch this episode on YouTube!In this conversation, Aliya Cheyanne and Daphany Sanchez discuss the intersection of housing justice, climate change, and community engagement. Daphany shares her personal journey from growing up in public housing in New York City to founding Kinetic Communities Consulting (KC3), a firm dedicated to integrating community voices into housing and climate solutions.The discussion highlights the systemic inequities faced by communities of color, the importance of resilience, and the need for trust and intentionality in community engagement. They also explore the urgent impacts of...
2025-08-111h 06
Muse & MasteryWise Creatives: The Sacredness of Creativity | Ep. 88Send us a textIn this episode, we explore six reflections on becoming a wise creative.Related Episodes:Honoring Your Seasons83: The Revolutionary Power of Floriculture ft. BLK FLWR MRKT Founder, Kehmari Norman82: This Summer I’m Choosing to Bloom Where I’m Planted81: Rest Without GuiltHonoring Your Energy Cycle48: Achieving Spiritual Balance & Success ft. Fabi Cordaro40: Unlocking Potential with Personality TestsKnowing When to Pause & Pivot78: Your Old Dreams No Longer Fit Who You're Becoming75: Your Purpose Isn't Fixed60: Allowing Your Purpose to Evolve53: Overcoming Adversity & Redefining Success: The Power of Reinvention ft...
2025-07-2915 min
Muse & MasterySize Matters: How to Stop Shrinking and Start Taking Up Space | Ep. 87Send us a textIn this episode, Aliya Cheyanne explores the theme of self-worth and the tendency to play small in various aspects of life. She shares personal anecdotes about her experiences with shrinking herself in social and professional settings, emphasizing the importance of recognizing one's value and charging appropriately for services. The conversation also touches on the dynamics of working with nonprofit versus for-profit organizations, and concludes with a mental wealth tip encouraging listeners to reclaim their space and worth.Related Episode:Faith & Freedom on the Creative Journey ft. Chimdi Ihezie | Ep. 54...
2025-07-2812 min
Muse & MasteryHealing Ourselves, Healing Our Communities with Salenna Green | Ep. 86Send us a textWhen Salenna Green found herself struggling to climb a flight of stairs without stopping to catch her breath during college, she knew something needed to change. That moment marked a turning point in her relationship with herself—one that would eventually lead to creating a business, podcast, and community devoted to self-love and healing.In this soul-nourishing conversation, Salenna shares her journey from constantly prioritizing achievement over wellbeing to embracing all aspects of her multifaceted identity. As host of The Hot Girls Healing Podcast and founder of a special purpose corporation de...
2025-07-141h 04
Muse & MasteryPlay Therapy, Doodle Noodles & Rebellious Evolution with Rebels Evolve Founder, Malia Segal | Ep. 85Send us a textEvery once in a while, a conversation comes along that gently unravels the tight knots we've tied around our own healing. My chat with Malia Segal, licensed clinical social worker and founder of Rebellious Evolution and Doodle Noodles Notebooks, was exactly that kind of transformative dialogue.Malia brings a refreshingly subversive approach to mental health, challenging both the external "shoulds" that society imposes and the harsh internal voices we've internalized. As she eloquently puts it, "Why be your own enemy when you can be your own cheerleader?" Through her work with...
2025-06-301h 00
Muse & MasteryArchiving Black Legacies ft. The Luster Company Founder, Dominique Luster | Ep. 84Send us a text"People know how they want to be remembered, and they have the right to be forgotten." - Dominique LusterWhat happens to our stories when we're gone? Who decides what parts of history are preserved and remembered? Dominique Luster, founder of The Luster Company and an archivist for the people tackles these profound questions while sharing her mission to preserve Black history and community stories for future generations."History is written by the person who wrote it down," Dominique explains, highlighting why it's essential for communities to document their...
2025-06-1644 min
Muse & MasteryThe Revolutionary Power of Floriculture ft. BLK FLWR MRKT Founder, Kehmari Norman | Ep. 83Send us a textFlowers are vehicles for storytelling, resistance, and cultural connection. On this episode, we speak with Black Flower Market (BLK FLWR MRKT) Founder Kehmari Norman about the profound power of floriculture as both art form and conversation starter.Kehmari's relationship with plants began during her college years at Temple University, where financial necessity sparked curiosity about growing her own food. Inspired by urban agriculture initiatives and the teachings of Dr. Sebi, she developed a deep appreciation for the practical and philosophical dimensions of gardening. This foundation eventually blossomed into Black Flower Market...
2025-06-0240 min
Muse & MasteryThis Summer I'm Choosing to Bloom Where I'm Planted | Ep. 82Send us a textLife moves in cycles of growth, transition, and renewal - sometimes all at once. After a few weeks of replays, I'm back with a candid conversation about the changes unfolding in my life and what they mean for both me and this podcast. Let's catch up, shall we!?Theme Music:She No Dull Beat by Nana KwabenaFestivities in Belize by RAGE ProductionsSupport the showEnjoy the episode?- Share it with friends!- Send a voice note or text!...
2025-05-1920 min
Muse & MasteryWhen You Choose Yourself, Everything Changes ft. Brittnie Demosthene [REPLAY]Send us a text**This episode is a replay of Soul Searching with Brittnie Demosthene, Founder of The Soul Seekers Club | Ep. 27 with an updated intro.**___________Brittnie Demosthene, the inspirational Founder of The Soul Seekers Club, joins us to recount her powerful transformation from pursuing the medical field to the realms of holistic wellness and creativity. Our conversation is a tapestry of personal anecdotes, unforgettable experiences and deep reflection.Join us for this enriching dialogue that promises to inspire and encourage you to pave your own path towards freedom and fulfillment.
2025-05-1246 min
Muse & MasteryRetiring Superwoman: Breaking the Chains of Perfectionism ft. Aseanté Renee [REPLAY]Send us a text**This episode is a replay of Wellness for Black Women ft. Aseanté Renee | Ep. 37 with an updated intro.**How do you create a life that you don't need to escape from?Aseanté Renee, a licensed therapist turned executive and performance coach, joins us to share her transformative journey and powerful mission. As the Chief Wellness Officer of The Axon Group, and Founder of Susu House, Aseanté is dedicated to supporting and healing Black women, particularly those in executive roles and beyond who face the constant threat of burnout. This epi...
2025-05-051h 08
Muse & MasteryDream, Rest, Play: Liberation for Black Women ft. Jennifer Roberts [REPLAY]Send us a text**This episode is a replay of Dream, Rest & Play ft. Colored Girls Liberation Lab Founder, Jennifer Roberts | Ep. 26 with an updated intro.**_________________Visionary Jennifer Roberts -- whose story of evolution from educator to racial equity consultant to Founder of Colored Girls Liberation Lab embodies the resilience and power of dreaming big -- joins us as a guest on this episode of The Prolific Hub Podcast!Hear how Jenn's identity as a Black woman, mother, artist, and dreamer has been shaped by the legacy of the strong women...
2025-04-2855 min
Muse & MasteryRest Without Guilt: Why Doing Nothing Might Be Your Most Productive Choice | Ep. 81Send us a textRest is revolutionary—especially for those of us whose ancestors could only dream of it. This eye-opening episode confronts the unspoken guilt many feel when taking time for themselves and reveals why doing absolutely nothing might be the most productive choice you can make.The truth is simple yet profound: we need rest to function. We need stillness to create. We need moments of nothingness to refill our wells. For Black women especially, claiming rest isn't just self-care—it's reclaiming a birthright.Whether you're struggling with burnout, feeling guilty abou...
2025-04-2407 min
Muse & MasteryRomanticizing Your Life: Finding Joy in Ordinary Moments | Ep. 80Send us a textLet's explore the concept of "romanticizing your life" through finding joy in small moments, being intentionally present, and cultivating gratitude for everyday experiences. This episode reveals simple yet powerful ways to transform ordinary routines into meaningful rituals that enhance wellbeing and create daily magic.Discovering the power in small momentsDefining what it means to romanticize your life through presence and gratitudeRecognizing when you're living in an answered prayerCreating intentional self-care experiencesSimple ways to add beauty to your day through mindful walks, thoughtful food presentation, and connecting with natureI challenge you...
2025-04-2108 min
Muse & MasteryCultivating Purpose Through Podcasting: Reflections on Creativity, Community, and Connection | Ep. 79Send us a textThe deep connection between creativity and spirituality illuminates how our creative pursuits bring us closest to divinity. When we create - through art, words, or ideas - we align with our true essence and purpose.National Minority Health Month wellness tip: cultivate a supportive communityCreativity connects us directly to spirit and our divine natureThe podcast evolved from simple entertainment to a platform for exploring creativity and alignmentBeing authentic to our calling naturally attracts the right community and opportunitiesCreative expression takes countless forms - from visual art and writing to podcasting and beyondOur...
2025-04-1708 min
Muse & MasteryYour Old Dreams No Longer Fit Who You're Becoming | Ep. 78Send us a textIt's natural for our dreams to evolve as we grow, and holding onto visions that no longer serve us can lead to burnout and resentment. Giving ourselves permission to pivot and embrace new dreams isn't failure, it's a necessary part of authentic personal growth.Wellness Tip for National Minority Health Month: Know your blood pressure—hypertension is a silent killer in our communityCreating an authentic dream life requires looking inward rather than comparing to othersA true dream life centers on how it feelsOur brains naturally resist change even when old dreams no lo...
2025-04-1407 min
Muse & MasteryYou Are Not Behind in Life—You're Right on Schedule | Ep. 77Send us a textHave you ever looked at someone else's life and felt hopelessly behind? That gnawing feeling that everyone else has figured it out while you're still struggling to find your way? You're not alone.Divine timing is more than a spiritual concept—it's a powerful reframe that can transform how you view your life's journey. In this episode, we explore why the anxiety of feeling "behind" is largely based on artificial timelines and social media comparisons that don't reflect reality. Some of the most inspiring success stories involve complete transformations during seasons wh...
2025-04-1007 min
Muse & MasteryYour Body Knows When It's Time for a Fresh Start | Ep. 76Send us a textHave you ever felt that undeniable urge to completely reinvent yourself? That deep knowing that something needs to shift in your life, even when everything looks fine on the surface?Reinvention is calling us all the time - sometimes in whispers, sometimes in shouts. It might manifest as a desire to transform your appearance, pivot your career path, or explore new creative mediums. But reinvention goes far deeper than appearance. Often it's about reconnecting with parts of ourselves we've lost touch with - that childlike creativity, that forgotten passion, that buried...
2025-04-0708 min
Muse & MasteryYour Purpose Isn't Fixed—It's Okay When Your Path Changes | Ep. 75Send us a textFeeling uncertain about your direction in life? You're not alone. This powerful episode tackles one of life's most challenging questions: how to move forward when your purpose feels unclear.For too long, we've been sold the myth that purpose is something fixed and unchanging - something we must discover early and pursue relentlessly. But what if purpose is meant to evolve throughout our lives? Unlike our ancestors who needed to accomplish everything by 30, we now have decades ahead to pivot, change direction, and reinvent ourselves multiple times.Advocate for your...
2025-04-0308 min
Muse & MasteryDaily Rituals to Honor Your Creativity | Ep. 74Send us a textThis episode explores the importance of creating and maintaining personal rituals to support creative work and overall wellbeing. Taking inspiration from Toni Morrison's dawn writing practice, we examine how discipline and consistency in our daily routines can enhance our creativity and mental clarity.Morning rituals like making the bed, hydrating, taking vitamins, and preparing a healthy breakfast create a foundation for productive creative workEvening wind-down routines help transition the mind and body toward restful sleepConsistent rituals have positive psychological benefits that support creative practiceEveryone's creative ritual is different - some need journaling...
2025-03-3108 min
Muse & MasteryYour Creative Voice Is More Powerful Than Any Algorithm | Ep. 73Send us a textHave you ever felt torn between creating what you love and what gets engagement? The pressure for relevance in today's digital world forces many creators into an uncomfortable choice between authenticity and popularity.This episode delves into this creative tension through the inspiring story of Sister Rosetta Tharpe, the pioneering musician who played electric guitar and blended gospel with blues long before Elvis or Chuck Berry became household names. Her legacy reminds us that true artistry comes from authenticity rather than trend-chasing. We explore the fundamental difference between creating art (which...
2025-03-2707 min
Muse & MasteryThe Slow Growth of Creative Success & Why "Overnight Success" is a Myth | Ep. 72Send us a textSuccess isn't an instant achievement but rather a product of consistent effort and perseverance over time. As it turns out, slow and steady does win the race.On this episode, we discuss:Octavia E. Butler's journey from facing rejections and working odd jobs to becoming a celebrated sci-fi writer exemplifies how real success requires tireless work and patience.The pressure on creatives to succeed quickly sets unrealistic expectationsWhat appears as overnight success usually takes years of hidden workConsistency matters more than viral moments for sustainable creative careersDetach self-worth from the...
2025-03-2407 min
Muse & MasteryReigniting Your Creative Spark After Burnout | Ep. 71Send us a textCreative burnout is a normal part of the artistic process that happens to everyone, so let's talk about it!Episode Topics:Nina Simone faced industry pressures and racism that repeatedly led to burnout, requiring her to step away and reclaim her artistry on her own termsRecognizing our personal patterns helps identify when burnout is approaching and what strategies work best for our individual creative processesBurnout differs significantly from laziness or procrastination—it occurs when we pour too much into our creativity without refilling our own cupTaking intentional breaks and engaging in...
2025-03-2017 min
Muse & MasteryVisionary Storytelling: Building Community Through Podcasting with Talib Jasir | Ep. 70Send us a textOn this episode, Talib Jasir shares his journey creating Afros & Audio Podcast Festival, building community for Black creators, and becoming a liberated creator through multiple mediums. Talib's vision as a storyteller, podcaster, and author demonstrates how his creative work serves as both personal liberation and community building.Find Talib's books on Amazon and at talibjasir.com. Learn more about the Afros & Audio Podcast Festival at afrosinaudio.com and explore his storytelling projects at vanguardpn.com. Follow Talib on social media @TalibJasir and @AfrosandAudio.Watch this episode on YouTube!
2025-03-1739 min
Muse & MasteryWhy Singleness Is a Gift (Even If Society Says It’s Not) | Ep. 69Send us a textThis episode is a deeply personal glimpse into my forthcoming book that reframes singleness from a societal curse to a catalyst for self-discovery and creative flourishing. I share why I'm writing about the single experience and read selections that explore how women can thrive independently while society pushes partnership.Singleness among women is on the rise, whether by choice or circumstanceMy journey from creating a simple guide to writing a full book about thriving while singleThe freedom singleness provides for creative pursuits and self-discoveryHow our creative energy connects to our life force...
2025-03-1025 min