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Hi Y'all! Welcome to another fabulous episode of Really Real Talk. Today I am chatting with Ihui aka Polar Tropica, queen of the dreamy synth pop sound. We chat about smashing the patriarchy (of course), being a child of immigrants (we can relate lol) that don't necessarily encourage arts or creative careers because it isn't seen as a “real option”. Despite all that Ihui still pursued her musical dreams and veered from the pressures of what a “model child” should be. We chat about not fitting into the pre-existing industries and systems in place and creating our own paths instead. We chat about indie labels vs being independent, and the opportunities provided to us via social media these days. Chatting about why instagram is a great tool but at the same time, it's totally killing our vibe with the content suppression. We talk about why Trumpfs social media “silencing” is something we've been experiencing FAR before y'all ever hear about it and why it's hard to convince people this is happening. I ask Ihui about her experiences with Patreon as it is something I am currently working on uploading content to. We chat about building community, direct artist to fan contact….Why it's so hard to accept help from others that want to support you. And much much much more so take a listen at this really fckn productive conversation!!! Please check out Ihui at https://www.instagram.com/polartropica/ https://linktr.ee/polartropica You can find me at www.instagram.com/morethankirakira and www.tiktok.com/@justkirakira https://linktr.ee/morethankirakira Very soon you can also support me via Patreon where you will find full-length video versions of the podcast, bonus episodes, plus cute little membership benefits when you join! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/vivien-james/support

Hello and welcome to another episode of Really Real Talk. This week my guest is Phee, owner of Positive Phee, which is a small business with big plans to shake up the way we consume fashion. She's all the way fresh from London and I'm so happy to have been connected with Phee! In this episode, we got to reminisce over our times working in luxury lingerie at Agent Provocateur. We talk about Phee's fashion journey and how she realized that the way the industry is now isn't what she wants to participate in. So of course we talk about giving up everything you've worked so hard towards, just to nix it all and move somewhere else to start completely a-new! It wouldn't be an interview with a budding entrepreneur if we didn't talk about all the sacrifice and risk that goes into such moves. We talk about how we can take the industry out of the clutches of the white patriarchy (which is still running the fashion industry and for some reason telling us what is cool). How the industry is classist, and how Phee's business fights all of those things by being an up-cycle, re-cycle local clothing shop. Although many have lost jobs and dreams due to the *panoramic, it's also birthed a slew of new small businesses that are waiting for your support in order to succeed. At the end of the tunnel, there is always light. After our recording, Phee and I brainstormed more on how to bring awareness to the positive, and the opportunities out there- when only the negative and the failures are being focused on right now. All the women I interview are a testament to making the best of any situation. Please follow Phee at https://www.instagram.com/positive_phee/ https://beacons.ai/positivephee You can find me at www.instagram.com/morethankirakira and www.tiktok.com/@justkirakira https://linktr.ee/morethankirakira --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/vivien-james/support

Hey y'all welcome to episode 50 of Really Real Talk. Happy one year anniversary to the podcast woohoo. I forgot the intro song in the edit but that's all good because I'm back with my beautiful guest Shonge! (Bonus solo episode coming after this as well.) Today we talk about assimilating to American culture and Shonge's experiences navigating life as a queer woman from Zimbabwe by way of North Carolina. She talks about her many hustles and why the 9-5 life just isn't for her. The amount of variety in this episode is jam packed...We talk about the fashion industry and how to get what you want out of the narcissist circles in LA using basic human psychology, her time working at a comedy club, how staring down her now-husband led to them getting married. We also talk about how she lent me a helping hand by sharing her weed goddess knowledge. Anyway, I could go on forever but I rather you hear it straight from Shonge! Happy listening. You can now support the podcast by listening to ads and by listening via anchor.fm, iTunes or Spotify. You can find Shonge at http://instagram.com/rainbowspacechocolate You can find me at www.instagram.com/morethankirakira and www.tiktok.com/@justkirakira https://linktr.ee/morethankirakira --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/vivien-james/support

Hi y'all and welcome to a special turkey killer addition of the podcast. I've been struggling with my mental health but I'm here to remind you that the holidays ain't shit if you don't want them or need them to be. Im actually happy the way holidays panned out this year compared to most years! Talking about how I don't have time for people that aren't down to fight for or help others right now, or time for them really ever again. Talking about having mental breakdowns but not really being allowed to fully feel your feels cause of lack of support. Talking about how ya'll just take anyones word for literally anything-don't ya? "The baby jeeter incident" Talking about hater ass straight men, being petty , and again having no time for nonsense and draining my energy to "educate" some butthurt incel. Talking about motherhood with my cool cats and kittens. Tiktok:
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I'm back but I'm sure nobody noticed otherwise. Hello and welcome back to Really Real Talk… I needed a minute to gather my thoughts. Listen I used to be an edgy teenager that thought she had the system beat by not participating or knowing anything about politics. I think its totally crazy to go ham for essentially whats glorified mascot I’m not gonna idly sit by and let one that emboldens hate in people, that encourages narcissism… If you don’t know what you’re talking about, why are you talking? Erik griffins guest spreading ignorance and misinformation while admitting to not even caring that much… Mother hood/ achieving my dreams aligning with my purpose and automatically becoming more grateful about life. A witchy psychic moment: pawnshopping Finance: losing my bank account and target card, still holding on to my car lol, dealing with my loan Holistic health and why garlic is my (skin) and beauty secret. Dear eastern European parents although not mine specifically, Shut the fuck up about college, it’s irrelevant (to me). You can find me: Tiktok:
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Halloween crunch time! But I’m still here with the episode. In today's episode, I am chatting from my waiting to be repo-d flat-tire car. Chatting about the importance of engagement, commenting, and likes as a form of support for small creators. I’m asking for help, that’s right, I am asking for ya’lls help, lets go! Talking about the real ass financial struggles I’m dealing with. Dealing with hunger, empty gas tanks, and unpaid bills. Buy and return - an LA artist's best friend but every store's worst enemy. I miss my therapist and having someone that I can talk to about everything on my mind. The struggles of having an immigrant parent with an extremely different life experience and limited world view. Hey if you were a dick to me or done me dirt in my past don’t try to reach out to me acting like nothing ever happened. You may have forgotten but I haven’t. Fuck you! Why trusting everyone first, and forgiving and forgetting are total BS in my opinion. Oh, and lots of people have very terrible intentions... often. So wake up and smell the roses! And get some boundaries with that reality check. Why I’ve stopped being a therapist for random straight women on IG. You can find me: Tiktok:
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Corpse husbands’ voice reawakening my sexual energy then immediately depleting it lol. I am triggered by the amount of emotional labor I’ve had to do for men. Please work on yourself, no thanks. Back to gayness I guess… speaking of , here’s my coming out as a drag artist and how I arrived at this conclusion/ title. A long side-rant about how high school theater saved my life. And then I touch on how I can finally use Instagram hashtags cause I finally know who I am (again, Lol) "If I’m creating the fantasy then the fantasy is perfect every time therefore perfections IS obtainable." -me reasoning with my mental illnesses You can find me: Tiktok:
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Haiiiiiiii! Yes, it's finally happening, Asian-American pop sensation SNG is taking us through the journey of how he has come to be the wonderful human he is today. If you've been listening you should know by now that I am such a cheerleader for people that are in control of their vision and execution. I love people that waste no time getting down about what they don't know and get educated at the University of Youtube! And that's exactly why I am so pumped about this chat... I hope ya'll Enjoy this one as much as I did! You can find S.N.G Instagram https://www.instagram.com/musicbysng/ And all that other good stuff such as music and music videos: https://linktr.ee/musicbysng You can find me: Tiktok:
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Hi welcome to this episode of Really Real Talk! I am chatting about when I first started making music and how hard it is to successfully collaborate with strangers. Chatting about my high alert anxiety and why I need a break from going outside and getting harassed. Chatting about dressing for survival. Chatting about self-defense and how extremely passionate I am about people getting on top of it. Chatting a lot of shit about social media algorithms and how nothing is genuine by design. Instagram wants sex cause it sells and m o n e y, not feelings and feminism. This new fun thing instagram does which is unlike content I like in my feed. Keep on trucking everyone see you next week! You can find me: Tiktok:
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Hello and welcome to another episode of me talking… This week I am touching on some positive and not so positive things but hey that's the real talk. (It's mostly personal stuff so don't worry about any stressful current events being discussed.) I cover what's gotten better, worse, and the areas where I'm working on improvement. I am finally not depressed but now I am extremely anxious, yay! Let’s talk about that. Since I’m feeling a bit better hopefully my hype energy can transfer to you. Sending all my friends and listeners love I know people are struggling majorly at the moment. You can find me: Tiktok:
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recorded this last week and just got around to editing! have you ever felt stalked or harassed? here is me spilling the tea on people in the past who have been “obsessed” with me. (this segment has led me to slowly blocking all anonymous accounts following me) easy changes I’ve made in the past week to help alleviate some of my unnecessary anxiety and a lesson a learned .. a real world application of gratitude to help me get over some shit You can find me: Tiktok:
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In today’s episode, I chat with Maureen who leads us through her career journey. She shares experiences that shaped her life as a modern woman from Nigeria who’s from a more traditional family (ie. the challenges that can bring and how she has learned to deal with them). Maureen and I first met at Summer in the City youtube gathering in London, the first one ever mind you, and I’m happy to be reunited with her. She also runs a vegan food page and several other ones for her creative outlets all of which can be found below. Twitter: https://twitter.com/maeahem Instagram: Maureen's personal page - www.instagram.com/maeahem Vegan food - www.instagram.com/anxiousveganhuman Art and Creative posts - www.instagram.com/literarymaehem Education - www.instagram.com/teachtraineducate You can find me: Tiktok: www.tiktok.com/@vivienhjames Instagram: www.instagram.com/reallyrealltalk Really Real Talk Podcast on Spotify: open.spotify.com/show/4lX1QczfsV7…d2SjKDLHGAvQvmkA and iTunes: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/real…lk/id1493577433 intro song: WAITING by KIRAKIRA More of my music on Spotify: open.spotify.com/artist/2IQUAUd7A…bnQUKsNf2jBC0USw

Hi y’all welcome to my crippling anxiety attack …uhh… i mean… episode of really real talk today i am talking about another rant about narcissists and 45 and all that cultishness, saviors etc etc why are there so many communities built around hating something? fandoms and communities a star wars , sims, and youtube story and how i don’t belong to any of these cause they all suck shit...i want to unite over loving something not hating it going to the drive in comedy show but surprise, I'm still depressed ranting about jobs ive had jobs ive left and jobs i wish i got right about now You can find me: Tiktok: www.tiktok.com/@vivienhjames Instagram: www.instagram.com/reallyrealltalk Really Real Talk Podcast on Spotify: open.spotify.com/show/4lX1QczfsV7…d2SjKDLHGAvQvmkA and iTunes: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/real…lk/id1493577433 intro song: WAITING by KIRAKIRA More of my music on Spotify: open.spotify.com/artist/2IQUAUd7A…bnQUKsNf2jBC0USw

Hi y'all welcome to episode 2 of DEPRESSION CHRONICLES Today I am talking about a lot of d e p r e s s i n g shit whilst trying to use some humor to cope. *excuse my nervous laughs when discussing very uncomfortable shit* I touch on things such as: RIP CHI CHI DE-VAYNE The fires in California Being a first-generation American and ending cycles of abuse, misogyny, pedophilia, racism. Combating negative thoughts Can I go like one year without some trauma happening? Why is the universe cock-blocking me? ...And still going despite all those questions as well as why Hollywood is dangerous for women Getting more comfortable going out alone again after my assault d u d e wipes??????? You can find me: Tiktok: www.tiktok.com/@vivienhjames Instagram: www.instagram.com/reallyrealltalk Really Real Talk Podcast on Spotify: open.spotify.com/show/4lX1QczfsV7…d2SjKDLHGAvQvmkA and iTunes: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/real…lk/id1493577433 intro song: WAITING by KIRAKIRA More of my music on Spotify: open.spotify.com/artist/2IQUAUd7A…bnQUKsNf2jBC0USw

Hey yall. Back with a solo episode where I'm stream of conscious depressed rambling (I'm really at my funniest when I'm the most depressed so I'm sure you'll enjoy) I talk about what I'm grateful for not being able to pay for therapy this is my new therapy now btw what I'm dealing with what I'm hopeful for people not knowing about gen x people not googling shit why i think if you keep having shit relationships you should be single and many many more fun loose but hilarious tangents You can find me: Tiktok: www.tiktok.com/@vivienhjames Instagram: www.instagram.com/reallyrealltalk Really Real Talk Podcast on Spotify: open.spotify.com/show/4lX1QczfsV7…d2SjKDLHGAvQvmkA and iTunes: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/real…lk/id1493577433 intro song: WAITING by KIRAKIRA More of my music on Spotify: open.spotify.com/artist/2IQUAUd7A…bnQUKsNf2jBC0USw

Hey ya'll! Welcome back to this episode of Really Real Talk! In part two Mabel finishes telling us about her career journey thus far. I also go into my past experiences in the fashion and music industries and catch up with Mabel for all the time and details lost. I loved listening to this episode while editing, this conversation was so much fun and also brought so much value. As for my uploads...It's definitely a little bit of a struggle keeping a consistent weekly upload schedule but I am sure I'll get back into it at some point. Hope you all are happy and healthy in the meantime, see you soon! Follow Mabel and the brand she's working for Mishka : www.instagram.com/mabeltron3000 www.instagram.com/mishkagram You can find me: Tiktok: www.tiktok.com/@vivienhjames Instagram: www.instagram.com/reallyreallltalk Really Real Talk Podcast on Spotify: open.spotify.com/show/4lX1QczfsV7…d2SjKDLHGAvQvmkA and iTunes: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/real…lk/id1493577433 intro song: WAITING by KIRAKIRA More of my music on Spotify: open.spotify.com/artist/2IQUAUd7A…bnQUKsNf2jBC0USw

Hi yall! -I am sorry there are some connectivity issues throughout in a few spots but you can still understand what's being said ( I didn't edit this episode)- Back once again with a banger. Thank you for your patience while I struggle with the ups and downs of creative energy. Today I am speaking with my first and nearly only Tumblr internet friend I made back in 2011 (ish). Mabel aka Mabeltron3000 is a graphic artist but really general creative artist because she can do it all. She's been a long time lover of the fashion industry, which is no surprise if you see her incredible and unique style. Mabel expresses herself authentically and to the fullest, always and I LOVE that. She's worked her way up the career ladder through hard work and determination, and now she's working with one of her all-time favorite companies. Check her out and please follow her brand Mishka : www.instagram.com/mabeltron3000 www.instagram.com/mishkagram You can find me: Tiktok: www.tiktok.com/@vivienhjames Instagram: www.instagram.com/reallyreallltalk Really Real Talk Podcast on Spotify: open.spotify.com/show/4lX1QczfsV7…d2SjKDLHGAvQvmkA and iTunes: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/real…lk/id1493577433 intro song: WAITING by KIRAKIRA More of my music on Spotify: open.spotify.com/artist/2IQUAUd7A…bnQUKsNf2jBC0USw

Hello and welcome to: A rant. I give my very middle of the road opinion on comedian Chris Delia being revealed as a toxic douchebag, I am not surprised. Welcome to every dude trying to make it in entertainment and all my experiences dating in LA.

Hey ya'll! It would be weird to act like the stories involving George Floyd , the protests and LA rioting didn't happen and go a whole episode and not talk about them at all so I wanted to add this disclaimer that this was filmed three days prior to current events aaaand I hope everyone is safe and you all still enjoy it.

Listening to the ex-friends, band mates and collaborators expose people like Dahvie Vanity has really taken me back to my experiences with LA “creatives”. This is an episode where I explain how I got caught up with toxic people very similar to him and how the fuck I got out. I do name drop people, businesses, and places in this and really don’t give a rats ass because I would never work with or for them ever again. I do have evidence of a lot of the things I go over but I don’t have the capacity to do a “take down” so take everything with a grain of salt if you will. These are my experiences and I have talked to many women in my DMs that have endured similar treatment. If you are in any creative industry in LA i urge you to listen to this and if you haven’t already done your research on toxic behaviors , manipulation tactics and how to spot people who are trying to us you now is the time. Awareness is the best weapon for well meaning empaths. We can love and give, but love smart. I am turning 28 tomorrow and I am so thankful I didn’t let this “scene” take over any more years of my life. I am always healing and getting better but I am definitely the most at peace and happy I’ve ever been. Thank you for listening

Hey ya'll, Back again! So pumped to share this chat with creative artist, actress, model and absolute sweetheart Lyna! I found Lyna through Instagram and her energy shines bright, I wanted to know more about her and her journey. She gives a very real rundown of what it takes to make it, but with a happy ending! I learned a lot about her but also myself during this chat. We touch on how brutal the modeling industry is, and how irrelevant and out of touch agencies are. We talk about being more than just models, and making big changes in the scene. Please follow Lyna at: www.instagram.com/kitsuneghost Her work can be viewed here: https://www.kitsuneghost.com/clients Tiktok: www.tiktok.com/@vivienhjames Instagram: www.instagram.com/reallyreallltalk Really Real Talk Podcast on Spotify: open.spotify.com/show/4lX1QczfsV7…d2SjKDLHGAvQvmkA and iTunes: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/real…lk/id1493577433 intro song: WAITING by KIRAKIRA More of my music on Spotify: open.spotify.com/artist/2IQUAUd7A…bnQUKsNf2jBC0USw

Hi ya'll! Today I chat about what I learned from my therapist this past week regarding my assault, and being raised by a narcissistic parent (and the coping mechanics that developed from there). The changes that were inspired by what I learned. I wish I was getting sponsored by betterhelp.com cause I am giving them so many props lmao. Getting back in to the podcast starting next week. Possibly starting a "gaming" series where I play the Sims 4... Who knows! I'm figuring it out. Tiktok: www.tiktok.com/@vivienhjames Instagram: www.instagram.com/@reallyreallltalk Really Real Talk Podcast on Spotify: open.spotify.com/show/4lX1QczfsV7…d2SjKDLHGAvQvmkA and iTunes: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/real…lk/id1493577433 intro song: WAITING by KIRAKIRA More of my music on Spotify: open.spotify.com/artist/2IQUAUd7A…bnQUKsNf2jBC0USw

Hey ya'll! In this episode I briefly recap what's been going on in the past week. Feeling a bit better, working towards getting back into the swing of things. Doing at-home DIY mini projects to keep myself going and uplifted. Ron Funches makes my life with his personal affirmations. Mental health and positivity are lots of work and I'm putting it in with therapy, self-reflection and holding myself accountable for moving ahead with life. I had my moment of "feeling" but I'm ready to be over it :) You can find me: Tiktok: www.tiktok.com/@vivienhjames Instagram: www.instagram.com/@reallyreallltalk Really Real Talk Podcast on Spotify: open.spotify.com/show/4lX1QczfsV7…d2SjKDLHGAvQvmkA and iTunes: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/real…lk/id1493577433 intro song: WAITING by KIRAKIRA More of my music on Spotify: open.spotify.com/artist/2IQUAUd7A…bnQUKsNf2jBC0USw

Hi ya'll! If you think I'm MIA then you'd be right. I signed up for betterhelp.com and I'm self-soothing through binge playing the sims 4. I'm sure I'll be back soon... but until then stay safe and happy my friends! You can find me: Tiktok: www.tiktok.com/@vivienhjames Instagram: www.instagram.com/@reallyreallltalk Really Real Talk Podcast on Spotify: open.spotify.com/show/4lX1QczfsV7…d2SjKDLHGAvQvmkA and iTunes: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/real…lk/id1493577433 intro song: WAITING by KIRAKIRA More of my music on Spotify: open.spotify.com/artist/2IQUAUd7A…bnQUKsNf2jBC0USw

Hi ya'll! On today's episode my guest is Tony aka NVArtguy. Speaking with him was wonderful! He has so much experience and wisdom to share and I am happy to share it with you all. Tony is a former army mechanic, survivor and graphic artist. He has endured a lot but he hasn't allowed that to stop him. We touch on sensitive subjects such as men's mental health (and the stigmas surrounding it) and expressing darkness through art. Most importantly he is pursuing what he loves doing and paving his own path. Finding all these amazing humans through Gary Vee has been life-changing and I just can't keep thanking him enough!!! You can find Tony and his art through: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nvartguy/ Etsy: https://www.etsy.com/shop/NVArtGuy You can find me: Tiktok: www.tiktok.com/@vivienhjames Instagram: www.instagram.com/@reallyreallltalk Really Real Talk Podcast on Spotify: open.spotify.com/show/4lX1QczfsV7…d2SjKDLHGAvQvmkA and iTunes: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/real…lk/id1493577433 intro song: WAITING by KIRAKIRA More of my music on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/2IQUAUd7A9sPf2Ycv7EnOO?si=uDFDFCbnQUKsNf2jBC0USw

Today's episode features Suzanna a.k.a Queen of Many Trades and living embodiment of the Really Real Talk podcast. She's a speech-language pathologist, pilates instructor, and photographer. Originally from Ukraine, she grew up with a very Eastern European upbringing in New York. She recently got to speak with Gary Vaynerchuk on Tea with Gary Vee and she couldn't have asked a better question! Is it okay to pursue so many different interests? Short answer: Y E S ! This talk is filled with value that I personally needed and value I hope inspires the audience to truly block out anyone that may not understand your vision. Know that you can find your people and build your own support system while pursuing ALL of your dreams. We only get one life to live so do not limit yourself to other people's standards and lack of vision. You can follow Suzanna's journey here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/suzanna_gersh Blog: www.queenofmostttrades.com Pliates Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/riser_physical_medicine You can find me: Tiktok: www.tiktok.com/@vivienhjames Instagram: www.instagram.com/@reallyreallltalk Really Real Talk Podcast on Spotify: open.spotify.com/show/4lX1QczfsV7…d2SjKDLHGAvQvmkA and iTunes: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/real…lk/id1493577433 intro song: WAITING by KIRAKIRA More of my music on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/2IQUAUd7A9sPf2Ycv7EnOO?si=uDFDFCbnQUKsNf2jBC0USw

Today's topics in the form of a list: - Struggling with being my authentic self vs taking the easy way and following the herd - Having to hide my sexuality to be taken "seriously" - Being viewed a certain way by misogynists while being the exact opposite way - The irony of being assaulted while presenting like a "tomboy" - Demisexuality and what it means - Inner peace through cutting out shitty ass people and doing what I love - Which led to no anxiety and Q U I T T I N G W E E D (switching to CBD only) I love ya'll, stay safe. Please share the podcast with anyone that may benefit it would mean the world to me. Word of mouth is how I'm trying to build this business! Tiktok: www.tiktok.com/@vivienhjames Instagram: www.instagram.com/@reallyreallltalk Really Real Talk Podcast on Spotify: open.spotify.com/show/4lX1QczfsV7…d2SjKDLHGAvQvmkA and iTunes: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/real…lk/id1493577433 intro song: WAITING by KIRAKIRA More of my music on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/2IQUAUd7A9sPf2Ycv7EnOO?si=uDFDFCbnQUKsNf2jBC0USw

Hi ya'll! Today's episode is featuring the lovely Vivi who is a passionate piercer and business owner of @foxlabyrinth. She worked her way up in the piercer ranks and noticed a gap in the market in her local shops. Vivi knew she could bring value to others by emphasizing piercer education, health and safety. Due to COVID-19 she's had to temporarily close up shop and she gives us great hygiene tips as well as fun , free resources to take advantage of during this strange time. Support women-owned businesses! https://www.foxlabyrinth.co/ Follow Vivi on Instagram: https://instagram.com/foxlabyrinth https://instagram.com/vivilashiny Snapchat: https://www.snapchat.com/add/foxlabyrinth Tiktok: https://tiktok.com/@foxlabyrinthpiercing Twitter: https://twitter.com/foxlabyrinth Facebook: https://facebook.com/foxlabyrinth Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvWVJ5ALiu1qtaaHcdssM5Q?view_as=subscriber I love ya'll, stay safe. Please share the podcast with anyone that may benefit it would mean the world to me. Word of mouth is how I'm trying to build this business! Tiktok: www.tiktok.com/@vivienhjames Instagram: www.instagram.com/@reallyreallltalk Really Real Talk Podcast on Spotify: open.spotify.com/show/4lX1QczfsV7…d2SjKDLHGAvQvmkA and iTunes: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/real…lk/id1493577433 Video version available on Really Real Talk Youtube channel: www.youtube.com/channel/UCD_8TpHxNcBglY5gOYYKnnw intro song: WAITING by KIRAKIRA More of my music on soundcloud: @user-650621230

Hi ya'll in today's solo episode I am covering quite a few things and expressing lots of LOUD opinions. So many points that it's best to organize them into a list: -Unemployment benefits and the stimulus package -Ways to keep fit during quarantine (free online classes) -Emotional preparedness due to past trauma -Being "qualified" to diagnose narcissistic abusers -Exposing the narcissists of the world -The wake-up call for emotional and financial independence -G R A T I T U D E -INFJ - Introverted, Intuitive, Feeling, Judging personality type -Staying informed vs. spiraling I love ya'll, stay safe. Please share the podcast with anyone that may benefit it would mean the world to me. Word of mouth is how I'm trying to build this business! Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@vivienhjames Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/@reallyreallltalk Really Real Talk Podcast on Spotify: open.spotify.com/show/4lX1QczfsV7…d2SjKDLHGAvQvmkA and iTunes: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/real…lk/id1493577433 Video version available on Really Real Talk Youtube channel: www.youtube.com/channel/UCD_8TpHxNcBglY5gOYYKnnw intro song: WAITING by KIRAKIRA More of my music on soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/user-650621230

Hi everyone! Super excited for today's episode featuring singer and artist Nicole Iris. Nicole graduated with a degree in psychology but has switched paths to become fully committed to her music career. She's working hard and smart to create her own artistic identity and become the star we all know she will be! Listen in on this episode to find out what it takes to create your own career path, while also maintaining a comfortable lifestyle. So happy to have her on and share her journey and I can't wait to see her progress. I hope everyone is doing well and staying safe. I also hope that you are making the best use of your time and taking advantage of this opportunity to give back and uplift others who need it most right now. Thank you so much for listening and I'll be back twice a week to help us kill some time through quarantine. Follow Nicole on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nicole.iris.73 Follow Nicole on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nicoleiris/ Listen to her music via Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/4L90icaDwNbMUu9hDjGp3l?si=hJ_rkRw_RxmhS-JlLBD8fw Listen to her music via Apple Music: https://itunes.apple.com/us/artist/nicole-iris/1033 Watch her via Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLarcHRjloCT9s6ILjNoQGZko7f_XQesHA Really Real Talk Podcast on Spotify: open.spotify.com/show/4lX1QczfsV7…d2SjKDLHGAvQvmkA and iTunes: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/real…lk/id1493577433 Video version available on Really Real Talk Youtube channel: www.youtube.com/channel/UCD_8TpHxNcBglY5gOYYKnnw intro song: WAITING by KIRAKIRA (more music available via my soundcloud)

Today I sat down and had a much-needed conversation with my inspiring guest Ciatta, aka Shattered Wolf Entertainment. She started her production company with her nephew in order to create moving and engaging films to fill in the story gaps within the film industry. We talked about applying past skills to current passions and also got deeply invested in a conversation about the current global crisis. Much like Ciatta the state of the world has been on my mind constantly and it was great to discuss/ vent our fears and hopes. I hope everyone is doing well and staying safe. I also hope that you are making the best use of your time and taking advantage of this opportunity to give back and uplift others who need it most right now. Thank you so much for listening and I'll be back twice a week to help us kill some time through quarantine. Watch The Cost of Milk: https://youtu.be/LzlzGM4kTHw Follow Ciatta on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ShatteredWolf/ Follow Ciatta on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shatteredwolfent/ Really Real Talk Podcast on Spotify: open.spotify.com/show/4lX1QczfsV7…d2SjKDLHGAvQvmkA and iTunes: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/real…lk/id1493577433 Video version available on Really Real Talk Youtube channel: www.youtube.com/channel/UCD_8TpHxNcBglY5gOYYKnnw intro song: WAITING by KIRAKIRA

Today we are talking about COVID-19 and staying safe. We are also talking about dealing with temporary unemployment, the giant shit the economy is taking and what the hell to do with our spare time right now. Stay informed and up-to-date on the goings-on so you can start making your next moves ASAP. Create at-home projects, work-out, sew something, whatever you can do! We will get through this, love ya'll and stay safe. Really Real Talk Podcast on Spotify: open.spotify.com/show/4lX1QczfsV7…d2SjKDLHGAvQvmkA and iTunes: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/real…lk/id1493577433 Video version available on Really Real Talk Youtube channel: www.youtube.com/channel/UCD_8TpHxNcBglY5gOYYKnnw intro song: WAITING by KIRAKIRA

Hi friends! Welcome to this HIGH energy episode, a chatty, excited reunion between my friend Kat and I. We haven't seen each other in nearly 2 years, and we had a lot to catch up on. Kat is an artist, photographer, free-spirit entrepreneur who is passionately pursuing what she loves... creating and traveling. I am so pumped to spill all the important T on toxic relationships, friendships, burning bridges...but also passion, the pursuit of happiness and healing! Not everything is always sunshine and rainbows but we can try our hardest to get as close to it as possible. **This episode I chat quite a bit I'm sorry but we only had a few hours to catch up before Kat had to catch a flight so I wanted to share too lol. Please follow Kat Instagram:www.instagram.com/katinthecloudz/ www.mynameiskat.com Really Real Talk Podcast on Spotify: open.spotify.com/show/4lX1QczfsV7…d2SjKDLHGAvQvmkA and iTunes: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/real…lk/id1493577433 Video version available on Really Real Talk Youtube channel: www.youtube.com/channel/UCD_8TpHxNcBglY5gOYYKnnw intro song: WAITING by KIRAKIRA

Hi ya'll! We bring you another banger filled with value and lessons thanks to the beautiful world of the internet. Mother of two, poet, writer, podcaster, life coach, survivor and general badass Astrid is our guest today! She has recently left corporate America and has fully immersed herself in her creative dreams whilst inspiring women to do the same. Her mission is to help others through life coaching and also by sharing her personal story through her writing. I absolutely love the work she is doing and she represents the strength and will one can have when they've made the decision to put their happiness first. I learned about life coaching, how to be a better listener, and that the positive power of the internet can make dreams happen. Please follow Astrid Instagram:www.instagram.com/astrid_ferg/ www.astridferguson.com Her podcast at @imcwd.podcast is available wherever podcasts are available! Really Real Talk Podcast on Spotify: open.spotify.com/show/4lX1QczfsV7…d2SjKDLHGAvQvmkA and iTunes: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/real…lk/id1493577433 Video version available on Really Real Talk Youtube channel: www.youtube.com/channel/UCD_8TpHxNcBglY5gOYYKnnw intro song: WAITING by KIRAKIRA

Wow 17 already dayuuuum likeok! Hello ya'll and welcome to the real inner workings of my head, all the insecurities, the battles, the things my mind spends doing in the absence of positivity. I'm getting much more comfortable with the idea of these solo episodes...But I get way too stoked meeting new people and hearing their stories instead! Growing slowly but surely I am so proud of this little podcast that could, we are really doing this. Podcast on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4lX1QczfsV7CWnh3Hp6BLJ?si=X8SN9md2SjKDLHGAvQvmkA and iTunes: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/real…lk/id1493577433 Video version available on Really Real Talk Youtube channel: www.youtube.com/channel/UCD_8TpHxNcBglY5gOYYKnnw intro song: WAITING by KIRAKIRA

I am so excited to announce my guest Sam aka @pocket.macro!! The story of how I met Sam is quite short because it was merely hours before recording! I’ve been using Gary Vee’s comments section to try and find suitable guests and he was the first that reached out. When I saw his page I noticed a couple things instantly 1. his talent 2. his amazing energy! I hope listening to this makes you guys as happy as I felt after my exchange with Sam. Sam has lived a very rich life filled with joy and wonder. From farm life, to tech life and to the bug’s life he’s seen through all the transitions with positivity and spirit. He’s a hustler with an entrepreneurial mindset with emphasis on happiness and doing what you love. I could listen to him talk about his cute bugs all day it makes my heart burst. Hope it makes yours swell too. Thanks for listening love you guys. P.s. sorry it took so long to edit, the sound is a little off but I did my best :) thank you for the dope resources below: https://workway.com/ https://wwoof.net/ Please follow Sam Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/pocket.macro/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/pocketmacro/ Podcast on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4lX1QczfsV7CWnh3Hp6BLJ?si=X8SN9md2SjKDLHGAvQvmkA and iTunes: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/real…lk/id1493577433 Video version available on Really Real Talk Youtube channel: www.youtube.com/channel/UCD_8TpHxNcBglY5gOYYKnnw intro song: WAITING by KIRAKIRA

Hello everyone and welcome to episode 15 of Really Real Talk with my amazing guest, future doctor and neuroscientist Amy Woy! My friend of 10+ years and fellow anxious human, there's not a lot of people that get me quite like she does. Today we are talking about overcoming our anxiousness, our mental health and healthy relationships, being awkward Youtubers back in 2008 (OGs representin'), the science between music, memories and the brain, and lots of catching up. I open up with a 30min solo intro to catch ya'll up to speed on what I am currently up to and then jump straight into the good stuff. Thank you for listening and supporting, I love you guys! Please follow Amy Instagram/Twitter: https://www.instagram.com/woyski/ https://twitter.com/woyski/ Podcast on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4lX1QczfsV7CWnh3Hp6BLJ?si=X8SN9md2SjKDLHGAvQvmkA and iTunes: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/real…lk/id1493577433 Video version available on Really Real Talk Youtube channel: www.youtube.com/channel/UCD_8TpHxNcBglY5gOYYKnnw intro song: WAITING by KIRAKIRA

Hello everyone and welcome to this AWESOME high Gemini energy episode of REALLY REAL TALK. Coming live from my mamas house-cause I couldn't pay the internet bill. Penny is a beautiful and talented soul I had the pleasure of meeting by a strange little event we both attended and by what I am now convinced was no coincidence! We really got into what it takes, the entrepreneurial spirit and determination needed to survive pursuing our crazy dreams. A true girl power believer, Such a vibrant and winning spirit, I was left feeling inspired after our conversation. Can't wait to see you rise up!! Please follow Penny Instagram/Twitter: https://www.instagram.com/mspennylanee/ https://twitter.com/mspennylanee/ Podcast on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4lX1QczfsV7CWnh3Hp6BLJ?si=X8SN9md2SjKDLHGAvQvmkA and iTunes: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/real…lk/id1493577433 Video version available on Really Real Talk Youtube channel: www.youtube.com/channel/UCD_8TpHxNcBglY5gOYYKnnw intro song: WAITING by KIRAKIRA

Hi everyone and welcome to an awesome episode of Really Real Talk. This is something I've been meaning to talk about solo as well but David and I were able to relate so much and cover such a wide range of topics that I much prefer this recording over myself rambling for an hour. In a twist of sad and hilarious irony, I wasn't able to pay for my Soundcloud account this month and therefore cannot upload the audio to Spotify or iTunes until Friday. Anyway, let's get to it...In this episode, I am talking with David, director, writer, the guy behind the lens. We crack down on the "you can't be a real creative and work 9-5 myth" and talk about paving our own path as we have both HAD IT with kissing up to industry pricks. We also talk about the whys and how broke we really are, and how we dealt with that (and are currently dealing with it). We cover podcasts, our choice of social media (his for Twitter and my love for TikTok) and the power these tools have given us over our own careers. This episode is all about "taking back the power" and it was an absolutely awesome time recording it and also listening back to it. Please follow David and his podcast via: Instagram/Twitter: https://www.instagram.com/davidgallardo/ https://twitter.com/davidgallardo website: www.degallardo.com podcast IG: https://www.instagram.com/cooltablepodcast/ Podcast on Spotify: open.spotify.com/show/4lX1QczfsV7CWnh3Hp6BLJ and iTunes: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/real…lk/id1493577433 Video version available on Really Real Talk Youtube channel: www.youtube.com/channel/UCD_8TpHxNcBglY5gOYYKnnw intro song: WAITING by KIRAKIRA

Hello and welcome to episode 012 of Really Real Talk. Makeup artist and passionate human Laura aka @lauratheactivist is here to talk facts about veganism, climate change, personal health and how all these intersect with one another. Hopefully this exchange will give you some insight and inspire you to do your own research and figure out ways you can do your part to better the planet. There's nothing more admirable than shifting your life path to something that helps others! Thank you Laura for working to spreading a message of compassion and responsibility. Follow her on instagram @lauratheactivist Podcast on Spotify: open.spotify.com/show/4lX1QczfsV7CWnh3Hp6BLJ and iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/really-real-talk/id1493577433 Video version available on Really Real Talk Youtube channel: www.youtube.com/channel/UCD_8TpHxNcBglY5gOYYKnnw intro song: WAITING by KIRAKIRA

Back ONCE AGAIN THE RENEGADE MASTAAAAA, Hello and welcome to episode 11 of Really Real Talk Podcast. Happy to have such a sweet soul on the podcast! Amy aka Katy Kush aka @sexypinksugar is not only the nicest but also the most badass. She is a woman that knows herself and loves herself enough to have taken charge of her life and income starting at an early age. We talk about the ups and downs in the world of online cam girls, pole dancing, entrepreneurship. As well as the boundaries and self-awareness we must have if we are to seriously consider this type of money move. She has wild stories about the craziest requests...girl needs her own podcast stat! Follow her on instagram @sexypinksugar Podcast now on Spotify: open.spotify.com/show/4lX1QczfsV7CWnh3Hp6BLJ and iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/really-real-talk/id1493577433 Video version available on Really Real Talk Youtube channel: www.youtube.com/channel/UCD_8TpHxNcBglY5gOYYKnnw intro song: WAITING by KIRAKIRA

Hello and welcome to episode 10 (NOT episode 11) of Really Real Talk with Attorney, Pole Dancer, Triathlete (and future Zumba instructor) extraordinaire Grace Lau... and a solo intro from myself. I had a lot more planned for this video but no matter , it would have been too long anyway! Although we may not all currently have the opportunity to save money- or heck even to pay our bills on time it's good to be prepared for the times when we will have money in our hands and the urge to spend it unwisely. Grace is the financial fairy god mother I wish I had growing up. Instead of keeping me oppressed and financially reliant on a man some tips on how to invest the money I USED to have would probably have saved my ass right about now! Hope this can help inspire ya'll to be financially independent and ready for anything. Anyway thanks for tuning in and spread the word we are now official, Podcast now on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4lX1QczfsV7CWnh3Hp6BLJ Video version available on my Youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCD_8TpHxNcBglY5gOYYKnnw

Hello and welcome to the last episode of 2019, episode 09 of Really Real Talk. Which is a really emotional raw and really real talk with Plaintiff's Civil Rights, Employment, and Serious Injury Trial Attorney Alyssa Schabloski. We cover toxic work environments, the kind that can send you to hell and back. We talk about adoption, choosing your own family. Carving your own career path . How trauma survival will alter life perspective forever. We talk about work life balance, living for ourselves... I mean really all the great topics that I believe bring everyone the most value. If you are experiencing work place issues and need professional legal help you can best reach Alyssa through LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aschabloski/ Support women owned businesses! Happy New Year everyone thank you to my handful of supporters , I see you and appreciate you. I'll be back with another solo episode to cover my terrible financial year, how I survived and how I'm still trying to survive it. Podcast now on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/4lX1QczfsV7CWnh3Hp6BLJ Video version available on my Youtube channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCD_8TpHxNcBglY5gOYYKnnw

A strong start to this episode with me pronouncing my friends name incorrectly andddd welcome to the show! Annika and I discuss recovery, party addiction, music industry, toxic people and environments, toxic workplaces, fashion industry and surviving all of this like the bad B she is!!! So excited to speak to someone who has completely transformed her life in front of my eyes! Follow her musical journey at https://www.instagram.com/pheromonestheband/ Listen to their track Night Vision

Welcome to episode 7 in which I am joined by Bailey. I met Bailey through participating in her inspiring project , The Overcome Project. She is a survivor who is giving back love and positivity to her community and I absolutely love all the work she does. I can't even summarize how awesome she is so just listen for yourself! Follow The Overcome Project https://www.instagram.com/theovercomeprojectla/ Follow Bailey https://www.instagram.com/baeleylewis/ Podcast now on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/4lX1QczfsV7CWnh3Hp6BLJ Video version available on my Youtube channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCD_8TpHxNcBglY5gOYYKnnw

Hello and welcome to episode 6 of Really Real Talk podcast with my friend of 16 years , Kiyoko. She's a traveller , cat mom and navigating the world of self-employment to the best of her abilities. In this episode we dive in to the realities of self-employment, the ups and downs, what it really takes to survive. We discuss personal growth and changing directions as we search for stability while trying to balance what we love doing. We close off with a quick little chat purrfect for all our furry friends and cat lovers. You can continue to follow Kiyoko's journey on instagram, feel free to reach out to her for any questions you may have about travel and work: https://www.instagram.com/thatseagypsy/

Hi ya'll and welcome to a solo episode of Really Real Talk podcast with me your host , Vivien. Today I am talking about being bullied, growing up with low self worth, seeking approval to turning it all around and realizing... I love myself too much to let this shit go on any longer. I want to share this story because I feel like many people think that people are just "born" with self-confidence and have to put zero effort in to becoming the people they are today. It takes a lot of work and self reflection and I hope someone can gain some value from this. Follow me on instagram https://www.instagram.com/vivienhjames/ and watch my stories for daily posts Podcast now on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/4lX1QczfsV7CWnh3Hp6BLJ

I sit down with my friend Eric and discuss the issues with cannabis legalization. He's a small business owner trying to make his business legitimate. Is it really impossible for people who are facing adversity to make a difference? Is there room for women in the cannabis industry? Podcast now on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/4lX1QczfsV7CWnh3Hp6BLJ Video version available on my Youtube channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCD_8TpHxNcBglY5gOYYKnnw

Hey ya'll it me and my friend Sara @bearfaceee aka @shopbearsh0p bring you the very first episode of Really Real Talk! Sara is a designer, creative, entertainer, designer, business owner super woman. We will be discussing what it's like being a struggling artist chasing her dreams in LA. Please support women owned business https://bearshop-us.com/

Hey ya'll it me again back for another episode with my Youtube and IRL friend @edwinsgeneration. Edwin is an absolute legend helping expose everything from bizarre to down right sociopathic behavior. He's providing a platform for stories that otherwise wouldn't get coverage and inadvertently creating a space for others to heal. Please subscribe to Edwins Channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJRSYkPQeuf6_6oLsBTf0Tw Podcast now on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/4lX1QczfsV7CWnh3Hp6BLJ Video version available on my Youtube channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCD_8TpHxNcBglY5gOYYKnnw