Favor Over Followers: Why Small Creators Still Get Big Opportunities| Episode 129

Favor Over Followers: Why Small Creators Still Get Big Opportunities| Episode 129

What if your follower count has nothing to do with the opportunities meant for you? In this episode of Oh, Charlee Please!, Charlee is joined by Gigi Reads for a real conversation about favor over followers and why some creators are still getting booked, seen, and chosen… without massive platforms. Together, they break down the pressure to chase numbers in the creator and book space, and why alignment, authenticity, and purpose matter more than visibility alone. In this episode, we get into: * The truth about follower obsession * Being chosen vs trying to be seen * How smaller creators are still winning * Why your work matters—even if your numbers don’t reflect it yet If you’ve ever felt overlooked because your platform isn’t “big enough,” this conversation will shift your perspective and remind you that what’s for you will find you. CONNECT WITH US: Charlee: @OhCharleePlease (Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, Substack) Gigi Reeds: @GigiReeds (Instagram, TikTok, YouTube)

Building Black Romance Online: Jaleesa Reads on Black BookTok & Her Origin Story | Ep. 128

In this episode of Oh, Charlee Please!, Charlee sits down with Jaleesa Reads, a pioneer in the Black online book community and a passionate advocate for Black romance. They dive into Jaleesa’s origin story, how she got started in the space, and the role she’s played in helping shape the Black book community as we know it today. The conversation explores the evolution of Black BookTok and online reading culture, from where it started to where it is now and where it’s headed next. They also get real about community versus clout, the importance of calling people in instead of calling them out, and what it means to build and maintain authentic connections in a growing digital space. It’s honest, insightful, and rooted in real experience. 🎧 Available on all podcast platforms📺 Subscribe for more conversations on culture, books, and community 🔗 CONNECT WITH JALEESA READS Instagram: @JaleesaReads TikTok: @JaleesaReads YouTube: @JaleesaReads Substack: @JaleesaReads 🔗 FOLLOW OH, CHARLEE PLEASE! Instagram: @OhCharleePlease TikTok: @OhCharleePlease YouTube: @OhCharleePlease Substack: @OhCharleePlease

Still Pressing Play: Audiobooks, Community and Showing Up | Episode 127

On this episode of Oh, Charlee Please!, Ms. Rony joins the conversation for a real and refreshing talk about growth, community, and doing what you love—without apology. We get into coming of age at every stage of life, the power of audiobooks in the reading community, and the narrators who truly bring stories to life. From personal journeys to shared experiences, this episode highlights the beauty of evolving, finding your lane, and continuing to show up for what you love. If you’ve ever felt like you’re behind, second-guessed your path, or needed a reminder to keep going—this conversation is for you. Connect with Ms. Rony: Instagram: @mrsrony [https://www.instagram.com/mrsrony/] TikTok: @mrsronyb [https://www.tiktok.com/@mrsronyb?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc] Connect with Me (Oh, Charlee Please!): Instagram: @ohcharleeplease [https://www.instagram.com/ohcharleeplease/] TikTok: @ohcharleeplease [https://www.tiktok.com/@ohcharleeplease?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc] Substack: @ohcharleeplease [https://substack.com/@ohcharleeplease] YouTube: @ohcharleeplease [https://www.youtube.com/@OhCharleePlease] Facebook: Charlee Hussle [https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61574534642208] 🎧 Available now on Spotify and all podcast platforms Follow the show, leave a rating, and share this episode with someone who needs the reminder: it’s never too late to do what you love.

I Got Scammed & Had to Learn the Hard Way: ADHD, Oversharing & Thinking Out Loud| Episode 126

In this episode, I’m unpacking what it means to stop thinking out loud as a creative navigating ADHD, intrusive thoughts, and constant idea generation. After getting scammed out of $235, I had to take a hard look at how moving too fast, oversharing, and acting on impulse can have real consequences. This episode dives into: * ADHD and how it affects decision-making * The difference between processing and posting * Oversharing in creative spaces * Giving your ideas away before they’re fully built * Why everything doesn't need to be shared in real time * Setting boundaries with your thoughts, your creativity, and your audience If you’ve ever felt like your mind moves faster than you can control… this conversation is for you. Follow me everywhere for more content, conversations, and community. Charlee's Instagram: @ohcharleeplease [https://www.instagram.com/ohcharleeplease/] Charlee's TikTok: @ohcharleeplease [https://www.tiktok.com/@ohcharleeplease?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc] Charlee's Substack: @ohcharleeplease [https://substack.com/@ohcharleeplease] Charlee Facebook: Charlee Hussle [https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61574534642208]

Danielle Allen on Big Girl Blitz, Black Love & Friendship | Episode 125

In this episode of Oh, Charlee Please, Charlee sits down with USA Today bestselling author Danielle Allen for a real conversation about writing, community, and what it means to show up fully as a Black woman. While we keep Big Girl Blitz spoiler-free, Danielle shares what readers can expect from the highly anticipated release and reflects on closing out her Curve series. This episode goes beyond the books and into the heart of the work. We talk about: * The Curve series and the evolution of her storytelling * The power and complexity of female friendships * Mental health and emotional safety * Navigating the world as a plus-size Black woman * What it means to show up for yourself and for others * Building community instead of competing in the Black literary space This is not just a conversation about romance books. This is about identity, growth, and the real-life experiences that shape the stories we love. If you’re into Black romance, author interviews, BookTube, BookTok, and honest conversations about culture and community, this episode is for you. 🔗 FOLLOW CHARLEE EVERYWHERE Stay connected with Charlee and the Oh, Charlee Please podcast: All Links: https://beacons.ai/ohcharleeplease [https://beacons.ai/ohcharleeplease]