After yet another hiatus, KayTheRebel returns with an uncomfortable topic. This episode she does a break down and deep analysis on why in the past she has stated "I don't need a man". She mentions her first experience/introduction to what a man should be and also took a deeper look at both her mother and grandmother and how they have contributed to…

This week KayTheRebel revamps an old segment but with a new name. Anything goes on this episode where she discusses the flip side of grief and how you can grieve people who are still alive. She gave her opinion on Summer Walker's rant this week and is convinced she is the problem. Do you ever feel like you need a hug sometimes? Well, she talks abou…

This week KayTheRebel releases a 2nd episode surrounding mental health. She spoke about the misconceptions surrounding being "healed" and chimed in on how the process is not as black & white as folks make it seem. While giving a real life example of her childhood trauma (being bullied as a kid), she was able to connect that to her adulthood trauma.…

KayTheRebel returns this week and delivers content centered around mental health. While providing her listeners with an explanation for her 2-3 month absence, she shared all of her moments of self-reflection within the past 6-9 months in the most organic/transparent way. She discussed why she returned to therapy and why it will always be a part of …

On this week's episode, KayThe Rebel talks about a trigger of her which she remains silent about; feeling unappreciated. She touches base on getting the short end of the stick in a lot of situations in love, friendship and even family. It is very bothersome how people don't return the same energy/love that you give them. Will there ever be some sor…

After another brief hiatus, KayTheRebel returns with a short and sweet episode addressing an issue that she no longer glorifies; exes reconnecting and re-engaging without pure intentions. She talked about how it can be damaging sometimes or that she often feels triggered by it. Do these men do this to only her or all their other exes too? She's tir…

This week KayTheRebel sits down with "Bam", the host of the Bam LaFlare Podcast and chops it up about triggers. First, they kept it light and discussed hot topics in Hollywood and then proceeded to discuss their personal triggers as well as triggers of some of their listeners. Does being w/ a "runner" trigger you? When you meet someone who is lacki…

After hearing all of the chatter regarding black women not being married, KayTheRebel decided it was best to approach the mic and spin her perspective on the topic. She shared an argument from a popular influencer on Instagram which helped guide her thoughts/opinions about women who are in their 30s/40s and unmarried. She wants to encourage more wo…

This week KayTheRebel talks about what the year 2022 looked like when it came to dating. She shared stories of experiences she had throughout the year which led to her decision to stop dating altogether. Finding someone who aligns with you and someone you can have organic chemistry with seems far and a few. Dating apps are canceled and the chances …

After a very long break, KayTheRebel comes through emptying the entire clip as she expresses her disdain for the "Protect black women" movement. She addresses the inconsistencies within the movement and questioned when or why it even started. For a person who is not gender-biased, she really feels the narrative that black women are most unprotected…

This week KayTheRebel returns with a heartfelt episode regarding parenting. She spoke in depth about what her experience is raising a daughter and how it has never been easy. There have been many lessons; some she learned, ones that she taught her daughter and also some lessons her daughter taught her. She openly admitted to a few mistakes she's ma…

This week KayTheRebel returns from a two month break and discusses friendships amongst women. She discussed her experience with coming to the realization that although someone is your close friend, there are sometimes levels to it. Just because someone labels you a "bestie" doesn't mean that you truly are. Why don't more women show up for their fri…

This week KayTheRebel dropped an episode filled with unsolicited advice. LOL. Be happy when people find love (even if it doesn't fit your standard). Many of y'all have twisted the definition of loyalty to your liking & need to quit the BS. Forgiveness is trash; it doesn't do anything except encourage ppl to keep playing with you. Stop personalizing…

This week KayTheRebel talks about an uncomfortable topic and shares her thoughts on it. After witnessing so many people say they're giving up on love or just feeling like love is hiding under a rock for most single folks, she openly admitted she is okay with "dying alone". She made reference to Lauren London's recent interview w/ Angie Martinez and…

On this 90 min episode, KayTheRebel and her guest @WittyEmpress918 practically emptied the entire clip. After months of watching men on social media platforms overly use 2 words (submission & aggression), they felt it was time to speak up and set the record straight. Both ladies felt those words are being misused in the midst of creating false narr…

This week KayTheRebel returns and discusses infidelity from the perspective of a woman. While watching this season of Marriage Bootcamp: Hip Hop Edition, she became triggered while watching Rich Dollaz speak with Lyrica about how she needed to push forward and fully forgive her husband. KayTheRebel broke down the different stages that women go thro…

This week KayTheRebel shares her perspective on how folks should start shying away from saying they want love like someone else (whether celebrities, movies, parents etc). She feels that in matters of love, people should want to create their own stories in real time because no 2 love stories will ever mimic one another. The episode ended with her t…

This week KaytheRebel brings back her favorite guest @WittyEmpress918 who posed a question "Would you prefer a traditional or millennial marriage"? The inspiration behind the question came from a new series on NetFlix titled "The Ultimatum". They discussed finances in a marriage and/or long term relationship after taking a small poll with men; aski…

After being missing for a month, KayTheRebel returned with an insightful episode. This week she talked about all of the things that her mother taught her growing up and how it showed up in her adult life. She also talked about lessons she wish she had learned such as vetting men properly, managing her emotions and how to embrace femininity. At the …

This week KayTheRebel records an episode that was pitched by a faithful listener. She discussed her first-hand experience with staying too long in a relationship that no longer served her. How most of the times we stay in relationships longer than we should when mistreated because we don't always see a way out. People stay for children, fear or eve…

This week KayTheRebel takes the time to reflect on her first year as a single women. She discussed the highs, the lows and still felt it was a positive year even with disappointments and annoyances. She shared stories to support why she has non-negotiables about being courted and how she became a professional ghoster. The episode ended with her giv…

As a follow up to Fathers Pt. 1, KayTheRebel also pens an open letter to the two fathers of her children.Von ThisCantBeLyfe Podcast

KayTheRebel drops her first episode of the new year after a short hiatus. It is an open letter to her father based off of an assignment during one of her therapy sessions.Von ThisCantBeLyfe Podcast

This week KayTheRebel gets in her feelings and expresses how she feels about love songs and the emotions that come along with them. She played a few tracks and used them as a way to express her thoughts on love and her admiration for people who fall in love fearlessly. While having flashbacks of a wedding she attended not too long ago, she came to …

This episode started off with bloopers & drunk auntie laughs. Months ago, KayTheRebel talked about anxiety and how it shows up in her life. This week her best friend @WittyEmpresss918 joined her to discuss how anxiety also can be triggered in our friendships. Sometimes friends don't show up as they should and we feel abandoned. Some friends are sea…

This week Kay The Rebel talked about a few different things. First, she addressed how not all family is family and can be considered the opps too. She talked about those who live in glass houses and throw stones. There was a moment of accountability and she voiced her perspective on people choosing wisely when procreating with others. Have you ever…

This week KayTheRebel hit yall with a dual topic. First she discussed ghosting in friendships and how she does not always respect it. In certain instances it is cowardly and fake af. Next, she went on a mini rant about dating and men who intentionally show up with the bare minimum with new prospects. However, they were in long term relationships wi…

This week KayTheRebel felt like it was time for another venting session. She brought on her bestie @WittyEmpress918 to add a different perspective to her thoughts/opinions. Her first area of concern was discovering that men hate on women just as hard as females. Do "big mouth" black women have a lower chance of snagging a high value man? Why are fo…

This week KayTheRebel gave a review on Netflix's new film release titled "Really Love". [Spoiler Alert] She discussed the timeline of Isaiah and Stevie's relationship; both the ups and downs. Their relationship gave her the opportunity to reflect on finances in a relationship. Should we chase our careers first and love last or vice versa? Is it alw…

This week KayTheRebel decides to set the record straight surrounding the constant bashing and unpopular opinions of modern women. She talked about their power to choose and how their opportunities are limitless. They should NEVER be compared to traditional women. Throughout the episode, she stressed that the common phrase "I don't need a man" is no…

For a second week in a row, KayTheRebel brings on a guest to aid her in continuing the King's Perspective segment. Mitchell, a black man who loves both his career and his woman approached the mic and kept it real about his strengths and weaknesses. He talked about his growth and how his mistakes were some of his biggest lessons in life. He was hone…

This week KayTheRebel is joined by her bestie Natasha aka @WittyEmpress918 who posed a question "Should you be responsible for your partner's mental health"? Both ladies agreed that they feel you should be partially responsible for paying attention and/or addressing mental health concerns with your partner. Couples therapy was also on the discussio…

This week KayTheRebel was super vulnerable and decided to record a sequel to a episode 22 from 3 years ago when she spoke in depth about her experience with therapy. She returned to therapy this year and did a comparison to how far she has come. It was tough to admit, but she came to terms with the fact that when she attended therapy last time, she…

This week KayTheRebel approaches the mic with guns blazing and ready to take down any and all folks who have ever formed an opinion or have spoken ill of single mothers. You don't know their stories or their struggles was one of her continuous arguments. As a single mother of two children, she refuses to sit back and watch anyone defame or degrade …

This week KayTheRebel felt it was time to purge again. She started with her views on Sha'Carri Richardson and how she doesn't agree with the boycott (baby girl needs to be accountable). Next, she weighed in on Erica & Safaree's pending divorce and relationships which include emotional negligence. Do you like your in-laws? Cool, because KayTheRebel …

This week KayTheRebel gives some advice regarding friendships. Throughout the episode she shares a story of someone who wanted to know if they should try to "fix" their friendship or just ghost their bestie and walk away from it all. She stressed the point of friendship feeling more like a sisterhood more than anything. That it is suppose to add va…

KayTheRebel continues her new segment and brings one of her favs out from the podcasting community out of retirement. "Darnell" from Talking Greasy lived in his truth and admitted that he has struggled with setting boundaries in life. He discussed how as a black man he has "no choice" but to manage his emotions at all times and his experience with …

This week KayTheRebel begins a new segment where she will sit down with black men and take the opportunity to both learn and understand how men think and/or feel about certain aspects of life. She uses Mac The Therapist's list of 13 things he encourages black men to do more of. The segment starts with a returning guest, El-Amin who has also been fe…

This week KayTheRebel discusses how she has often felt unprotected or unsafe in her relationships. She takes a trip down memory lane and how she felt when she read words from Lauren London, stating that Nipsey was her "sanctuary". She also shared a rare perspective on those who are in their 30s or 40s and who do not have children. Could it be that …

This week KayTheRebel continues to carry out her black owned business segment and highlights one of Boston's fitness trainers, "Muffin", the owner of Motivated by Muffin. She spoke in depth about what fitness means to her and how it will always play a role in her life. KayTheRebel gave her the opportunity to reflect on her growth; how she once trai…

This week KayTheRebel came to the defense of women who are viewed as being "overly independent". She discussed her upbringing and how life lessons also have taught her to be independent. While taking a look at her life, she came to the conclusion that maybe being overly independent is a trauma response. How can you unlearn something that you've bee…

This week KayTheRebel had a little to say about a bunch of things. For starters she discussed her experience with visiting Chicago for the first time. Next, she talked about not being a fan of Mother's Day, Porsha from RHOA being engaged to the African man, women standing their ground in relationships, losing yourself, a new term she learned called…

This week KayTheRebel digs a little deeper internally and discussed how she comes to terms with the fact that she does have a type which are men who are "hood". She discusses Kevin Samuels and his theory on black women not wanting or attracting high value men and admitted to her struggles with that. Then she went further and linked her childhood/up…

This week KayTheRebel discusses her level of dedication when it comes to her hair. In a perfect world, she would have perfect hair everyday. She talked about the lengths she goes style her hair and aim for perfection. A friend suggested that she try to use that same approach when it comes to battling with anxiety. She discussed the things in life t…

This week KayTheRebel purged about what has been on her mind this week. She encouraged listeners to get better about sharing words of affirmation within friendships. "Suffering in silence" during relationships, self-awareness, The Game's controversial tweet about taking care of his woman, people who are loud & wrong and the most important take away…

On this week's episode, KayTheRebel lists everything that she is sick & tired of. There were challenges in which she feels are preventing her from being the best version of herself. Doing the work has been exhausting!! She revisited the discussion of her struggles with anger and aggression. The episode ended letting the listeners know that you're o…

On this week's episode, KayTheRebel discusses her issues surrounding individuals who like to tell another person how to feel. She also briefly touched on how in today's society it is a crime to be "in your feelings" and that growth and wisdom has taught her that it is okay to tap into your emotions. Your feelings are real and you are the only one w…

This week KayTheRebel continues her segment to highlight and promote black owned businesses. She chopped it up with Newark native El-Amin Jumuah, the CEO of Passionate Rebel LLC. While discussing being a black business owner, El-Amin shared with KayTheRebel how he bridges the gap between fashion and one's motivation/hustle. Throughout the interview…

This week's episode was impromptu and also unconventional. KayTheRebel was interviewed by her bestie who asked her questions regarding sex. She answered them truthfully while feeling a huge level of embarrassment and discomfort. Should you be considered "childish" for your lack of bedroom experience or reluctance to try new things? KayTheRebel feel…

This week KayTheRebel brings back her fav guest, Witty Empress aka Natasha who has made it her personal business to be featured on all of the deep/raw episodes. The ladies discussed a poetry clip found on Instagram that had a powerful message regarding mistakes women make while dating. "I'm teaching my affection to not overstay her welcome". Both l…