The Muse's Lab

This week, I meet with Latoya Dixon Smith boudoir photographer and creatress of Greenville Boudoir. In this episode, we chat about the boudoir as a means of self-empowerment and learn some great lessons from Toya that continue to sit with me. About Latoya: Latoya Dixon Smith is a boudoir photographer, certified sex doula, and international speaker based in Greenville, SC. Featured on HBO, she has...

It's been a minute but I'm back with some updates (might've recognized the name change) and sharing insights on what it means to fully embrace and embody being "The Muse." For more information about the podcast, to be a guest, or to chat, email ⁠hello@themuseslab.com⁠ . Learn more about ShaVaughn Elle's offerings and services at ⁠www.themuseslab.com⁠ Subscribe to The Muse...

It's been a minute, but we're back with... I think this is season THREE of the Say It With Sex podcast and no better way to return than having a conversation about S-E-X! In this episode, I meet with the #HotGirlScience creator herself, Dr. Candice Nicole, associate professor of counseling psychology at the University of Kentucky, and discuss the definition of good sex, sex in your 40s, and how to...

Welcome to another "fly on the wall" Say It With Sex Podcast convo. In this session, Coach Bellamy shares her insights on pleasure, rituals that keep her grounded, and some Black grrl beau-lovin.' About Coach Bellamy: Aysha "Coach" Bellamy is a powerhouse of resilience and creativity, whose story of triumph over adversity has inspired countless others. As a disabled veteran...

It's still Women's History Month and an opportune time to highlight the constant misogynoir. I wish folx would stay outta rich Black women and femme's business, but here we are, worried about Ciara and Chloe. I share some thoughts on Black women and being palatable. For more information about the podcast, to be a guest, or to chat, email hello@themuseslab.com . Learn more about ShaVaug...

This week, we catch up with author and Embodiment Coach and Educator, Lily Shepard. In this episode, we discuss all things pleasure, movement, and how it ties into performance—be it the world's stage or everyday living. Tap in for the good and juicy ki. About Lily: Author, Embodiment Coach, and Movement Educator, Lily Shepard creates space for women to move their bodies without judgment while offe...

Here I am, back with another vulnerable podcast episode. What does it feel like to have stage 4 endo and be post-menopausal in your 40s?  Tap in and find out.  Stay connected: Meet me at the 3rd Annual Endo Black Conference on March 25th. Click here for tickets. For more information about the podcast or to chat, email me at hello@themuseslab.com. Learn more about my offerings and service...

*cue the Moesha Dear Diary music*  I must say, this is my most transparent and vulnerable episode to date. I've been reflecting on opportunities to love that I missed and decided to reconcile those feelings while sharing my truth. As always, hoping the lessons I learned can be a blueprint for others to apply for themselves.  Watch this episode on my YouTube channel @shavaughnelleTV Stay...

It's "lover's week" and it's got me thinking about the current status of dating for the single folx. While I'm sure it's past due time for me to get back into dating, pee in the dating pool makes it a nasty challenge. Tap in for some of my inside thoughts, out loud. Watch this episode on my YouTube channel @shavaughnelleTV9211 Stay connected: For more information about the podcast or to chat,...

After a conversation with one of my honeybees, I had to share how we women and femmes, in particular, always seem to give to folx who don't deserve it. This one is for the people-pleasers, undercover over-lovers, and over-givers. Time to save yourself, beau. Stay connected: For more information about the podcast or to chat, email me at hello@themuseslab.com. Learn more about my offerings and servi...

We're 27 days into 2023 and I know most of us are still planning and ideating. So, while you're envisioning your year ahead, here's a quick tip for your physical or mental grimoire to rely on and customize. Actualization, manifestation, or whichever word you choose is centered around your language and your mindset. Tap in for the tea. Stay connected: For more information about the podcast or to ch...

Seaux... I went down this rabbit hole with desire—how we view it, language, and what it means. Tap in to hear more about what I learned. For more information about the podcast or to chat, email me at hello@themuseslab.com. Learn more about my offerings and services at  http://bookshavaughn.as.me Subscribe to my weekly musings here Join the conversation @themuseslab on Instagram and TikTok and...

I'm gonna assume (and hope) by now you've seen The Best Man: Final Chapters, if not, go watch it. I was inspired by a tweet mentioning Robyn and Harper and it made me think about how many people settle because it's the right thing to do. I share my thoughts on that in this week's episode. For more information about the podcast or to chat, email me at hello@themuseslab.com. Learn more about my offe...

Starting the new Gregorian year creating content was not what I expected but I'm leaning in. Sharing some 2022 reflections and my thoughts on our year of "7," 2023. For more information about the podcast or to chat, email me at  hello@themuseslab.com. Learn more about my offerings and services at  http://bookshavaughn.as.me, and join me on social @themuseslab on Instagram and TikTok and...

We're back with part II of plentiful-playful kee-kee where K. Phillips and I continue our convo touching on hood-inspired affirmation and proverbs, accessibility and information consumption, those pristine arse Dollar Tree wine glasses, and more.  Interested in having a kee-kee with me? Email hello@themuseslab.com and let's chat...literally! Connect with K. Phillips on Twitter @blkanddroheaux...

Ever wanna know what it's like to be in someone's DM conversation? Well, you got your wish. Me and @ms.shadymcgrady aka K. Phillips share our daily banter in a two-part series (yes, we were talking that long). In part 1, we discuss a Lil astrology and tarot, friendships and dating for the 25 and over crew, and a Lil inside scoop on the writing industry. Check back in for Part 2.  Connect with...

Back with another episode, on a more serious note. In the last few weeks, I experienced situational depression and rose up from that space with some perspective I hope is helpful for the collective. For more information or just to chat, email me at hello@themuseslab.com Learn more about my offerings and services at http://bookshavaughn.as.me Join me on social @themuseslab on Instagram and TikTok a...

It's been a minute since the last podcast. Here's a welcome back to you and myself.  Contact: hello@themuseslab.com IG/FB/TikTok: @themuseslab / Twitter: @shavaughnelle

Join me as I hit another moment of fleshing out my thoughts. This time, it's around the topic of friends being lovers. Is it possible to have casual sex with friends and still maintain the friendship? You may say no, but let me offer some perspective. Contact: hello@themuseslab.com IG & FB: @themuseslab / Twitter: @shavaughnelle

Inspired by a conversation about making love without being in love, we explore what this means and why I honestly don't believe "making love" exists. OAN, there's a dash of soul ties in there! Contact: hello@themuseslab.com IG & FB: @themuseslab / Twitter: @shavaughnelle

We're finally discussing SEX! In this episode, we discuss the responsibility and vulnerability of sex, while I share some insecurities about eye contact and how it's a means of sexual sorcery. Get ready for a deep dive! Contact: hello@themuseslab.com IG & FB: @themuseslab / Twitter: @shavaughnelle

In this episode, I share, for the first and last time, a recent experience with someone who violated my sacred space and dash in a little pop culture. Mercury and her micro-braids in my 7th House of Relationships!? Oh hell nah!? Contact: hello@themuseslab.com IG & FB: @themuseslab / Twitter: @shavaughnelle

TW: Themes in this episode discuss being spiritually unalive In today's episode, I share my experience with The AfroMystic's Grandmaw Maw Clara's uncrossing bath. The biggest revelation...PROTECT YA HEAD. Interested in learning more about the uncrossing bath I used, click here. Contact: hello@themuseslab.com IG & FB: @themuseslab / Twitter: @shavaughnelle

Welcome to the first episode of the Say It With Sex podcast! Today, I'm sharing a bit of my shadow work with attention and how it affects my romantic interactions with men. I offer some perspective in the midst of my revelation and a sneak peek of what to expect from the Say It With Sex podcast -- audio musings from The Muse's Lab.  Contact: hello@themuseslab.com IG & FB: @themuseslab / T...

Welcome to the Say It With Sex podcast! So excited to finally get this up and running. Dropping in with a quick note for newbies to The Muse's Lab and the Say It With Sex experience. Contact: hello@themuseslab.com Social: @themuseslab (Instagram & Facebook) / @shavaughnelle (Twitter)