Oh, Charlee Please!

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 alig...

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 r...

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 beaut...

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 a...

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...

Protecting your peace, setting boundaries, and knowing when to keep things off the timeline. In this episode of Oh, Charlee Please! , Charlee sits down with Gee and Jordanae’ to talk about emotional maturity, healthy relationships, and why everything doesn’t need a public response. This conversation dives into moving with intention in a world that rewards oversharing and reaction. From navigating...

In this solo episode of Oh, Charlee Please! , Charlee gets real about visibility, community, and the pressure to perform online. Inspired by a recent conversation that hit her “in the chest,” she breaks down what it means to build genuine community rather than chase numbers, and why impact doesn’t always show up in analytics. If you’ve ever questioned your growth, your reach, or whether people are...

In this episode of Oh, Charlee Please , Charlee sits down with content creator and book influencer Talia Cadet to talk about the realities of building am, navigating the book community, and knowing your worth as an influencer. Talia shares how she first got started creating content, what led her to transition into book content and BookTok , and how she balances working full-time while maintaining...

Episode Description Lately the book community has been shifting. The girlies are changing their handles, expanding their content, and stepping outside of the boxes we originally built our platforms in. And honestly? I think it’s a good thing. In this episode, I’m talking about the creative evolution happening across the book space and why so many creators are branching out beyond just books. When...

Hey y’all — quick check-in! There will be no new episode this week because your girl is deep in finals season and currently fighting for academic survival 📚✨. Between papers, deadlines, and trying to keep my sanity intact, I had to press pause for a moment. BUT don’t disappear on me! This is the perfect time to catch up on past episodes , revisit your favorites, and stream the conversations you...

Welcome back to Oh, Charlee Please — where it’s Faith First. Shade Second. And common sense somewhere in between. I’m your girl Charlee, and friend… the internet has been doing the absolute most again. In this episode, we unpack the latest chaos in the book community, why Threads is no longer a space I take seriously, and the ongoing debate about what actually counts as a “reader space.” We also t...

In this episode of Oh, Charlee Please! , we’re having an honest conversation about betrayal, fake friendships, and the danger of building community with people who don’t genuinely like you. Sometimes betrayal isn’t dramatic. Sometimes it’s realizing the person sitting at your table was never sincere — they were strategic. This episode explores forced proximity, performative support, and why alignm...

This week on Oh, Charlee Please! Podcast , Charlee gets honest about the kind of “accountability” that isn’t really accountability at all. You know the type. The public apologies. The sudden self-awareness. The “I’ve changed” speeches that somehow still require you to hold their hand and feel bad for them. In this episode, we’re unpacking performative growth, damage control disguised as healing, a...

Let’s talk about “community”… because some of y’all aren’t leaders — you’re menaces. In this episode, Charlee gets honest about performative support, messy “safe spaces,” and why you can’t preach community while gossiping and causing chaos in the book world. Real community isn’t loud. It isn’t marketed. And it definitely isn’t menace behavior. If you’re part of BookTok, Bookstagram, or the online...

Life has officially LIFE’D —and my hiatus ended without my consent . In this episode of Oh, Charlee Please! (where it’s Faith First… Shade Second ), I’m sharing a real-life update on everything that’s been hitting at once—from a $2,400 car repair , a fractured toe , and almost burning down my apartment , to finally locking in a new place . Life had hands, but grace had better timing. In the middle...

This isn’t about becoming a new version of myself — I’m the same me, just moving with different intentions . In this episode of Oh, Charlee Please! I reflect on my first full year in the book space — the good, the bad, and the ugly — and talk about what it actually means to live and create intentionally without forcing growth, resolutions, or reading goals. We get into: Why I’m not setting reading...

Nisha is back for Part 2, because clearly we weren’t done! Y’all know she loves me, and honestly… the book community gave us plenty to talk about. In this episode, we break down parasocial relationships between authors and readers , how excitement turns into entitlement, and the very real ways folks can go too far online. From access to availability to straight-up chaos — whew, some of y’all are t...

This week on Oh, Charlee Please! , Charlee is joined by Nisha (@NextChapterNish), co-host of Refined and Ratchet , to unpack parasocial relationships in the book community. We talk about why performative support is often mistaken for real friendship, how visibility can blur alignment, and why everyone calling you “friend” doesn’t always mean what you think it does. Be sure to follow Charlee on Ins...

Reacting out loud can feel good in the moment, but it can cost you more than you realize. In this episode, Charlee breaks down why reflection protects your future, how silence can be a form of discipline, and why not every emotion deserves an audience. If you’ve ever struggled with oversharing, reacting too quickly, or feeling pressured to explain yourself publicly, this episode is for you. Follow...

Let’s talk... “Girl’s Girl” culture feels loud but not genuine. How are you a girl’s girl but only supportive to your clique? I’m kind — but I don’t like everybody. What I DO like is celebrating Black women doing their thing. Period. Sit back relax and enjoy this episode of Oh, Charlee Please! Be sure to like, comment, and subscribe to the Podcast Channel and tell a friend!

Y’all… Episode 109 is officially outside. And today we are talking about something that has been sitting heavy on my spirit: Co-Signing & Aligning. Who gets access to your platform? Who deserves your stamp? Who are you giving proximity and privilege to just because they asked? Whew… let’s get into it. This episode is me drawing the line with love, clarity, and a little bit of holy shade. If yo...

Pumping the brakes and pulling back. Sometimes all you really need is to just chill TF out. Listen to me rant about slowing down and why resting in this community is necessary. To hear more, visit plottwistcharlee.substack.com

🎙️ Welcome to My World: Listen to me rant about losing friendships, my grad school woes, my time at the Black Book Bash, and what’s really happening back home in Memphis, Tennessee. Whew! Where do I even start? This week has been one of those “if it ain’t one thing, it’s another” kind of weeks. Between trying to balance classes, deadlines, and feelings, I’ve been doing a lot of reflecting on who’s...

In this episode I am sounding off about what it really means to be a supportive friend, knowing when to walk away from shady business deals, and the lessons learned. Plus I share my high hopes about Cardi’s new album and the books I hav pre-ordered. Be sure to like, comment, and share! To hear more, visit plottwistcharlee.substack.com

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