Actress and producer Crystal Reneé Hayslett has announced that her talk series, “Keep It Positive, Sweetie,” will now be available on The Black Effect Podcast Network, a joint venture between Charlamagne Tha God and iHeartMedia. The podcast’s new season began with an episode featuring entrepreneur and singer Kandi Burruss. Listeners can access episodes every Sunday on the iHeartRadio app and on other podcast platforms starting the following Tuesday.
The announcement was made during Hayslett’s appearance on Power 105.1FM’s The Breakfast Club. Known to fans as “KIPS,” the show features conversations with figures in entertainment about topics such as growth, healing, spirituality, love, and faith. Hayslett serves as executive producer alongside Ashaunna K. Ayars and Wes Lawrence.
“Joining The Black Effect Podcast Network is a meaningful moment for me,” said Hayslett. “KIPS is all about bringing comfort and empowerment to our culture, and I’m honored to welcome my community into this incredible family dedicated to amplifying the powerful conversations that take place on the KIPS couch.”
Since its launch in 2023, “Keep It Positive, Sweetie” has received over 11 million YouTube views through solo episodes with Hayslett and interviews with guests from various fields. Hayslett has also hosted two sold-out live shows under the KIPS brand and participated in events such as BET Experience, Woman Evolve Conference, and McDonald’s Inspiration Celebration Sunday.
Hayslett is scheduled to host a live winter show in Washington, D.C., on November 22, 2025. More information about tickets can be found at https://crystalreneehayslett.com/.
Dollie S. Bishop, President of The Black Effect Podcast Network said: “‘Keep It Positive, Sweetie’ has built a powerful community that shows up for honest conversations, healing and growth – this aligns perfectly with our mission. We’re excited to amplify Crystal’s voice on our platform and bring even more listeners the tools, stories and inspiration they deserve.”
The podcast is distributed by iHeartPodcasts. Episodes are released Sundays on iHeartRadio; video content appears later in the week on YouTube and other platforms.
Crystal Reneé Hayslett is also known for her roles in BET’s SISTAS (now in its ninth season) and ZATIMA (in its fourth season), as well as appearances in films such as PRAISE THIS (available on Peacock) and STOMP THE YARD 2: HOMECOMING.
The Black Effect Podcast Network was founded by Charlamagne Tha God in partnership with iHeartMedia to highlight Black voices across education, entertainment, politics, pop culture, and sports.
