Hella Chisme Podcast

Hooking My Bait

Join in the conversation! [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2400021/fan_mail/new] Welcome back to another episode of the Hella Chisme Podcast This week we're celebrating everything May has to offer: International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia & Transphobia (IDAHOBIT), Harvey Milk Day, Pansexual & Pan-Romantic Awareness Day, AANHPI Heritage Month, and National Military Appreciation Month. We also check in on the reality of Pride Season funding cuts including what happened at Long Beach Pride and hold space for the complicated weight of what's going on in the world right now. Then we switch gears and do what we do best: a free-for-all, shoot-the-sh*t episode with your host sipping a tequila mockingbird, recording live on TikTok for the first time (kind of), and reading the most unhinged, spicy, and absolutely fictional Reddit story you've ever heard featuring a fisherman named Hank, a Christmas tree musk situation, and a hook that gets set in more ways than one. This one's for the homies. The ones who've been riding since day one. Subscribe, follow, comment, and join the Cheese Mate community — because we're building something beautiful over here and we want you in it. 📍 New 2x's a Month | Hella Chisme Podcast 📩 Collabs & Guests: chismehellapod@gmail.com LINK: https://linktr.ee/hellachismepodcast [https://linktr.ee/hellachismepodcast] Topics to include:  LGBTQ+ podcast, IDAHOBIT 2025, Harvey Milk Day, Pansexual Awareness Day, Pan-Romantic Awareness Day, AANHPI Heritage Month, Asian American Pacific Islander Month, National Military Appreciation Month, Pride Season 2025, Long Beach Pride canceled, San Diego Pride funding cuts, queer podcast for Black women, free-for-all podcast episode, Reddit story reaction, gay fiction, tequila mocktail recipe, going live on TikTok, podcast live recording, shoot the shit episode, queer community podcast, LGBTQ+ awareness month, Bay Area LGBTQ history, support queer creators, Black podcasters, independent podcast Support the show [https://www.youtube.com/@Hellachismepodcast] Follow Hella Chisme for more culture, conversation, and creative storytelling. Subscribe on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube, and keep up with us on Instagram, Threads, and TikTok at @hellachismepod.  Join the chisme, share the episode, and leave a review or comment to support the show.

Be Yourself Online? Navigating Social Media & Real Life Ft. Lo

Join in the conversation! [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2400021/fan_mail/new] Welcome back to another Episode of the Hella Chisme Podcast.  This week on the Hella Chisme Podcast, Dana and Lo unpack the complicated reality of who we are online versus who we are in real life. From curated Instagram feeds and influencer culture to comparison burnout, online validation, and the pressure to “perform” for the algorithm, this episode dives deep into the digital personas we create and the emotional toll they can take.  The conversation explores everything from social media authenticity and viral culture to content creator burnout, parasocial relationships, online comparison, and the growing pressure to constantly stay visible online. Dana also reflects on podcasting, building Hella Chisme through 100+ episodes, navigating creative consistency, and learning how to create meaningful content without losing yourself in the process. Along the way, the episode blends pop culture commentary, real-life stories, dating conversations, reality TV chaos, and hilarious sibling banter while asking an important question: Are we presenting our real selves online or just the version we think people want to see? If you've ever questioned your worth because of social media, felt burnt out by the algorithm, compared your journey to someone else’s highlight reel, or struggled to balance authenticity with visibility, this conversation is for you. LINK: https://linktr.ee/hellachismepodcast [https://linktr.ee/hellachismepodcast] Topics to Include:  social media authenticity, digital identity, online personas, influencer culture, algorithm burnout, podcast growth, content creator burnout, social media pressure, online validation, comparison culture, authenticity online, parasocial relationships, creator economy, internet culture, queer podcast, Black queer creatives, mental health and social media, visibility online, social media and self-worth, podcasting journey, algorithm culture, content creation, digital burnout, viral culture, podcast community, creator mindset, online image, authenticity vs performance, Hella Chisme Podcast Support the show [https://www.youtube.com/@Hellachismepodcast] Follow Hella Chisme for more culture, conversation, and creative storytelling. Subscribe on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube, and keep up with us on Instagram, Threads, and TikTok at @hellachismepod.  Join the chisme, share the episode, and leave a review or comment to support the show.

Beyond the 100th Episode: Chisme, Creativity & Redefining Success in the Algorithm Era Ft. She's Ryan and Mike Brown

Join in the conversation! [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2400021/fan_mail/new] Welcome back to the 100th episode of the Hella Chisme Podcast.  Celebrating 100 episodes of the Hella Chisme Podcast, this milestone conversation goes beyond the highlight reel to unpack the real journey behind building something meaningful in the algorithm era.  Host Dana sits down with creative powerhouses She's Ryan know for her GAG (Get a Grip) content and project and Mike Brown from The Art of Letting Go. We have a unfiltered, deeply honest conversation about what it truly takes to sustain creativity, build a platform, and redefine success on your own terms. From burnout and imposter syndrome to navigating the pressures of social media and monetizing your craft, this episode dives into the realities that most creators don’t talk about. Together, they explore the tension between passion and survival, the myth of the “starving artist,” and the importance of mindset, boundaries, and community in creative work. They also break down how comparison culture, the algorithm, and visibility pressures impact creators and how to push through without losing yourself in the process. This episode is a reminder that success isn’t just about numbers or virality, it’s about consistency, alignment, and the courage to keep showing up even when things feel uncertain. Whether you’re a creative, entrepreneur, or someone trying to build something meaningful, this conversation will challenge how you define success and inspire you to keep going. LINK: https://linktr.ee/hellachismepodcast [https://linktr.ee/hellachismepodcast] Follow She's Ryan: IG: https://instagram.com/shesRYAN [https://instagram.com/shesRYAN] TikTok: https://Tiktok.com/shesRYAN [https://tiktok.com/shesRYAN] Youtube: https://Youtube.com/@RYANVIBES [https://youtube.com/@RYANVIBES] Follow Mike Brown: https://linktr.ee/theartoflettinggo [https://linktr.ee/theartoflettinggo?utm_source=linktree_profile_share<sid=ab398010-6328-4eea-bac1-07379f6c662e] Insta: https://www.instagram.com/theartoflettinggopodcast/ [https://www.instagram.com/theartoflettinggopodcast/] The Art of Letting Go [https://lnk.bio/theartoflettinggo] Topics to include:  podcast growth, creative entrepreneurship, success mindset, algorithm era, content creation strategy, burnout in creatives, imposter syndrome, creative journey, social media pressure, building a brand, podcasting tips, monetizing creativity, creative discipline, authenticity online, mental health for creatives, Black queer creatives, visibility and branding, consistency in content, creative burnout recovery, redefining success Support the show [https://www.youtube.com/@Hellachismepodcast] Follow Hella Chisme for more culture, conversation, and creative storytelling. Subscribe on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube, and keep up with us on Instagram, Threads, and TikTok at @hellachismepod.  Join the chisme, share the episode, and leave a review or comment to support the show.

More Than a Moment: Women, Music & Culture Ft. Rising Artist Carjanae

Join in the conversation! [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2400021/fan_mail/new] Welcome back to another episode of The Hella Chisme Podcast. In honor of Women’s History Month and International Women's Day, this episode of the Hella Chisme Podcast celebrates the power of women in music, creativity, and culture through an unfiltered conversation with rising San Diego artist Carjanae.  Host Dana sits down with Carjanae to explore her journey from singing in church to stepping into her sound as a performer, while unpacking the realities of being a woman in today’s music industry, the importance of authenticity, and what’s often missing from the current music landscape.  Carjanae shares how she transformed heartbreak into her single “Expectations,” reflects on building confidence through adversity, and discusses the influence of artists like Beyoncé, Drake, and Erykah Badu on her sound and artistry, all while emphasizing the value of integrity, real talent, and long-term vision in an industry driven by trends. Blending conversations around healing, self-worth, and creative growth with moments of humor, music trivia, and pop culture, this episode embodies the Hella Chisme approach to storytelling—real, reflective, and rooted in culture. Whether you’re an artist, a music lover, or someone navigating your own path, this conversation is a reminder to own your voice, trust your journey, and lead the change. LINK: https://linktr.ee/hellachismepodcast [https://linktr.ee/hellachismepodcast] Follow Carjanae: Insta: https://www.instagram.com/carjanae/ [https://www.instagram.com/carjanae/] https://linktr.ee/carjanae [https://linktr.ee/carjanae?utm_source=linktree_profile_share<sid=6a09cce6-9acf-4f90-bfcb-2139b1b6dd1d] Topics to Include: women in music, women’s history month, international women’s day, Black women in music, rising artist interview, independent artist journey, music industry conversation, healing through music, emotional storytelling, authenticity in music, creative growth, artist development, San Diego artists, R&B artist interview, music inspiration, self-worth and confidence, culture and identity, pop culture podcast, storytelling podcast, creative entrepreneurship Support the show [https://www.youtube.com/@Hellachismepodcast] Follow Hella Chisme for more culture, conversation, and creative storytelling. Subscribe on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube, and keep up with us on Instagram, Threads, and TikTok at @hellachismepod.  Join the chisme, share the episode, and leave a review or comment to support the show.

Queer Art, Vampires & Creative Process ft. Hail

Join in the conversation! [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2400021/fan_mail/new] Welcome back to another episode of the Hella Chisme Podcast. In this episode of Hella Chisme, Dana sits down with artist Hail, also known as icametosin, for a conversation about queer art, body positivity, vampire aesthetics, creative process, and what it means to build a visual world rooted in representation. Kicking off during Women’s History Month and International Women’s Day, this episode opens with a reflection on women shaping culture, community, and sustainable change before moving into a rich artist spotlight conversation centered on creativity, identity, and artistic evolution. Hail shares how his journey as an artist began, from early creative influences and band merch design to building his signature style through digital illustration, dark aesthetics, queer representation, and bara-inspired artwork. Together, Dana and Hell talk about vampires, Anne Rice, Interview with the Vampire, queer desire in horror, body positivity, and the importance of showing Black and brown bodies, bigger bodies, and different forms of beauty in art. The conversation also dives into artistic process, commissions, entrepreneurship, social media burnout, algorithm struggles, and the reality of being an independent creative trying to grow a brand while still making meaningful work. Hell also shares more about preparing for his first Artist Alley at C2E2 and why getting his work in front of new audiences matters. This episode is for anyone who loves queer art, dark fantasy, vampires, artist interviews, creative entrepreneurship, and conversations about representation, identity, and building a creative life on your own terms. Follow Hail:  https://www.instagram.com/icametosin/ https://www.instagram.com/hailsvoid/ Support Hail: https://gofund.me/4f91591a1 Topics include: queer art, body positivity, vampires, dark art, bara art, digital illustration, Black and brown representation, artist process, creative entrepreneurship, social media for artists, C2E2, and independent queer creatives. LINK: https://linktr.ee/hellachismepodcast [https://linktr.ee/hellachismepodcast] Support the show [https://www.youtube.com/@Hellachismepodcast] Follow Hella Chisme for more culture, conversation, and creative storytelling. Subscribe on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube, and keep up with us on Instagram, Threads, and TikTok at @hellachismepod.  Join the chisme, share the episode, and leave a review or comment to support the show.