On this episode of Behind the Mic, I sit down with poet, educator, and storyteller Lynae Vanee—whose voice hits like a sermon and a cipher at once. You’ve seen her on Parking Lot Pimpin’, but now she’s stepping into a new lane with her REVOLT show The People’s Brief, premiering May 20th. B-Sides Track of…
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On this episode of Behind the Mic, I sit down with poet, educator, and storyteller Lynae Vanee—whose voice hits like a sermon and a cipher at once. You’ve seen her on Parking Lot Pimpin’, but now she’s stepping into a new lane with her REVOLT show The People’s Brief, premiering May 20th.
B-Sides Track of the Week:
Lynae shares a slept-on gem from Cameo’s Word Up album “You Can Have the World.” It’s her daily reminder that dreaming big is never too much.
From there, we talk about the woman who changed everything for her, Coach Ray and how Spelman sharpened not just her skills, but her sense of self. She opens up about what HBCUs really teach you and why her EARTHGANG feature was both unexpected and unforgettable.
“We shouldn’t be teaching Black kids how to plug into the real world—we should be teaching them how to disrupt it.” – Lynae Vanee
Chapters
00:44 – Introducing Today’s Guest: Lynae Vanee
00:59 – Lynae Vanee’s New Show on REVOLT
02:18 – Lynae’s Inspirational Playlist Pick
03:43 – Coach Ray: A Key Influence in Lynae’s Journey
05:38 – Choosing Spelman and the HBCU Experience
09:37 – EARTHGANG Collaboration: A Poetic Journey
11:38 – Rapid Fire Round of Rank It
If you’re feeling the episode, subscribe, rate us five stars, and watch The People’s Brief on REVOLT.
📱 Follow Lynae Vanee: @LynaeVanee
🎧 Tap into the B-Sides Track of the Week playlist on Spotify.
🎙️ Behind the Mic is hosted by Wize Grazette.
🎛️ Produced and edited by The Indie Creative Network and Storytime Studios
Sober soldiers, we’re going on a parade today, a championship parade. We got the iconic Larry O’Brien Trophy and special guest Norman Nhlapo in the studio. We delve into the essence of championship glory, from the NBA Playoffs to the upcoming BAL Finals. But before that, we touch on some music, events, and sneakers. It’s a…
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What does success look like for us Caribbean Island Women now?
For those of us who’ve walked the corporate path but stepped away, how can we still fuel our big ambitions?
In this week’s episode, I reflect on:
– Growing up in a house of strong women
– Why financial independence was non-negotiable
– The hidden cost of “success” as we once knew it
– Why more of us are saying no to sacrificing health, reputation, family, or respect
– What a new version of success looks like — built on our terms
Are we still ambitious? Always. But the rules are changing.
This is about walking the path to a BIG, simple life where financial freedom and contentment coexist.
👉🏽 Share this with a woman who is rethinking success.
💬 Let me know in the comments: What does your version of financial independence look like these days?
🔔 Like, share and subscribe if this resonated and you’re up for a path to a Big and simple life
#IslandWomanPodcast #CaribbeanWomen #FinancialFreedom #WomenEmpowerment #LeakyPipeline #RedefiningSuccess #GlassCeiling #WomenInLeadership
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Watch other episodes of the Island Woman podcast:
➡️50 Not Too Late To Change – https://youtu.be/LyPZZhZCRBc
➡️Buy Less, Use it More: Responsible Consumption – https://youtu.be/ktpo-61Ii3Q
➡️Staying Well As An Island Woman – https://youtu.be/3Voy04HFwfE
➡️Island Woman Freedom – https://youtu.be/dFvMPooEiZ0
➡️Stay-at-home Work my Island Woman Way – https://youtu.be/gle1PvTS6A8?si=WmXKUSWLQNYzhlAH
➡️Nature Nostalgia – https://youtu.be/OD9pGZkQS0w
➡️Why Saying No Can Lead to a Better Life – https://youtu.be/jcna4-435jQ?si=C6lrchbU9kpcFj70
In this episode, I reflect on how Caribbean women like me are redefining success. From being raised to value financial independence to walking away from traditional corporate careers, we’re still choosing big ambitions, but in new ways. Tune in if you’re rethinking your version of success too.
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In this episode of Behind the Mic, Wize sits down with Krista B, co-host of Those Wrestling Girls to talk about growing up in Brooklyn, discovering wrestling through her brother, and how the women’s revolution pulled her back into the ring. From Catholic school DX chants to full-on WWE journalism, Krista shares how wrestling shaped…
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In this episode of Behind the Mic, Wize sits down with Krista B, co-host of Those Wrestling Girls to talk about growing up in Brooklyn, discovering wrestling through her brother, and how the women’s revolution pulled her back into the ring.
From Catholic school DX chants to full-on WWE journalism, Krista shares how wrestling shaped her world and her voice.
Featured Quote:
“Attitude Era was the era to grow up in.”
B-Sides Track of the Week:
Krista loves Reggae and Soca so she added two to the playlist for the culture! “Issa Snack (Remix)” by Nessa Preppy ft. Machel Montano and HoodCelebrityy, and “Wet Me” by Krosfyah. Both are now on our B-Sides playlist on Spotify.
Listen to the B-Sides Track of the week playlist on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2EysXGOWrzoQ3Zmp34VWLx
Stick around for a rapid-fire round of WWE Word Association—because her take on Monday Night Raw might just surprise you.
Chapters:
00:56 – Welcoming Krista B
01:51 – Krista B’s Background and Career
02:41 – Music and Energizing Playlists
05:07 – Krista B’s Wrestling Journey
08:41 – The Women’s Evolution in Wrestling
13:01 – Rapid Fire Round: WWE Word Association
Subscribe to Behind the Mic wherever you listen to podcasts. Watch the full episode on YouTube and help us hit 14,000 subscribers.
Watch all of Season 1 of Behind the Mic: Powered by REVOLT Podcast Network on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLOCTSuUwMT0fyOeExh2Sm6xhTdIhHZzSj
Follow Krista B:
Instagram & Twitter: @ms_kristab
Podcast: Those Wrestling Girls on YouTube
TikTok, IG, FB, and Twitter: @ThoseWrestlingGirls
Hosted by Wize Grazette
Produced by The Indie Creative Network & Storytime Studios
Have you ever said yes to something… and immediately regretted it?
In this episode, I share a personal story about missing a dream opportunity because I was already stretched too thin — and what that taught me about saying NO.
Saying no isn’t selfish. It’s strategic. It’s how we protect our time, energy, and space for the YESes that really matter — the ones that align with our values and our vision of a BIG, simple life.
Whether you’re a consultant, a caregiver, or a woman wearing many hats, this episode is a gentle reminder that less can be more in your work life and personal life for your well-being.
🎧 Topics covered:
– How I lost a perfect-fit opportunity by saying yes to too much
– Why island women (and women everywhere) need better boundaries
– The link between overcommitment and women’s health in the Caribbean
Questions to ask yourself when it’s time to say NO
👉🏽 Share this with a woman who gives too much.
💬 Let me know in the comments: What’s one thing you’re saying NO to this season?
🔔 Subscribe for more reflections on intentional living and wellbeing from the Caribbean.
#SayNo #Boundaries #WomenWellbeing #IslandWomanPodcast #BigSimpleLife #CaribbeanWomen #intentionalliving
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Watch other episodes of the Island Woman podcast:
➡️50 Not Too Late To Change – https://youtu.be/LyPZZhZCRBc
➡️Buy Less, Use it More: Responsible Consumption – https://youtu.be/ktpo-61Ii3Q
➡️Staying Well As An Island Woman – https://youtu.be/3Voy04HFwfE
➡️Island Woman Freedom – https://youtu.be/dFvMPooEiZ0
➡️Stay-at-home Work my Island Woman Way – https://youtu.be/gle1PvTS6A8?si=WmXKUSWLQNYzhlAH
➡️Nature Nostalgia – https://youtu.be/OD9pGZkQS0w
Sometimes the right YES can’t happen because we’ve said yes to too many wrong things. In this episode, I share a personal story about missing a dream opportunity — and the powerful lesson I learned about the importance of saying NO. This is a reflection for women who do too much, give too much, and…
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For Episode 291 of Elite Muzik Radio, DJ Eternity channels vibes from the beautiful spring weather, featuring mixtures of House, Electro Soul, Disco, and other genres. The 45-minute set features music from the likes of Harry P, Boreal, Belfort, deadpm, DJ Darko, Pedro Cañas, and others.
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