Raise It Up, Wy!

March is International Women’s Month; Wyann takes the opportunity to pay homage to fine tuning the vibration of feminine energy. This episode features a Wyann exclusive performance of her original poem, “Sistas” (DOUXADIDDY) and two #HiWy’s from Luv Culture Lady OGs, Faithful & our resident PsyD, Mitzen. WWW: Powerful Femininity Achieving “powerful femininity” requires rest into natural confidence and humility: The deeper the surrender, the stronger it gets. The more it is opposed, the more masculinized the energy gets perceived. Subscribe to the podcast visually at: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL6Z2lIWex8j7ZO0AJQ6b29txHzeXjymv5

Discovering identity is an ongoing theme at Raise It Up, Wy!

In the premiere episode of 2022, Wyann sets the tone for the pod by covering + vibez and saying, "This year is all about fine tuning [our vibrations]."  She talks about the importance of self recognition and deciding what others are allowed to call us.  She ends the episode playing her most influential song from her debut album, "Been in It a Minute," entitled "Feelosophy pt. 2" featuring her brother, Waren Vaughn, produced by Sndtrak of The Soul Council. WWW:  Differentiate who you are as a person vs. your persona. Subscribe to the podcast visually at: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL6Z2lIWex8j7ZO0AJQ6b29txHzeXjymv5

Every year, Wyann drops her 13th episode on NYE.  This year's 13th episode feels special seeing that: •It's episode 39 and Wyann is currently 39. •Thirty-nine is the third multiple of 13, Wyann's favorite number. •The podcast finishes its 3rd year of production. We look at where identity & self-worth intersect as we bring in the new year. Subscribe to the podcast visually at: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL6Z2lIWex8j7ZO0AJQ6b29txHzeXjymv5

Wyann wraps up the year with a Break It Down from Terrace Martin's Village days which covers getting self-love up while getting your money up too.  Raise 'Em Up! covers communication styles to prep for high level convo in 2022. #HiWy covers burn out while Wyann's Words of Wisdom (WWW) looks at being G'd up from the feet up, or BEING than finding your worth solely in all the things you DO. Subscribe to the podcast visually at: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL6Z2lIWex8j7ZO0AJQ6b29txHzeXjymv5

The Masterminds, Wyann's team of practicing therapist friends, return!! When it comes to imposter syndrome; Wyann, @mitzenokada & @urban_counselor discuss: 1. What is it?   2. How does it look?   3. How does someone know if they’re dealing with it?   4. What are common scenarios where it plays a part in people’s lives? Dealing with grief & loss is covered again to close out this episode's "Get Raised!" segment.  "Break It Down" talks Kendrick Lamar's theory of people behaving like "Drones" on Terrace Martin's latest release under the same title.  This episode's Douxadiddy is an unreleased song by Wyann & Waren Vaughn, produced by Chris Cadenhead, entitled "Holidayz." WWW:  Autumn is a time for letting go of what no longer serves you. Subscribe to the podcast visually at: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL6Z2lIWex8j7ZO0AJQ6b29txHzeXjymv5

In a more somber episode, we discuss grief & loss as we remember Schoka Bella Vaughn; the Vaughn Family’s dog.  André Mego joins us for a talk about Appreciation, both as the producer of the final song on Wyann’s debut album, “Been in It a Minute,” (this episode’s Douxadiddy) and as a recent graduate from Duke University.  This episode perfectly preps us for the holidays/Village Days (shouts out to Terrace Martin). Been in It a Minute OUT NOW!!  Purchase + stream anywhere music is sold (wyannvaughn.com).  For physical copies & merch, direct message @raiseitupwy on Instagram or email infowyann@gmail.com with the subject “MERCH.” WWW:  Schoka life lessons Subscribe to the podcast visually at: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL6Z2lIWex8j7ZO0AJQ6b29txHzeXjymv5

Wyann is excited about her debut album release, Been in It a Minute; available everywhere Oct. 1, 2021!! After answering a #HiWy, Vaughn discusses a track on the album with its producer, Boomerdidit (Douxadiddy).  Boomerdidit and Wy talk new artistry (Get Raised!) before concluding the episode with Wyann's Words of Wisdom (WWW) & Pay Ya Dues.  Stick around for a sneak peak of "Dope Game" at the end of the episode. WWW:  "Butterfly Life" requires trusting what you can't see but what you can feel is real. Subscribe to the podcast visually at: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL6Z2lIWex8j7ZO0AJQ6b29txHzeXjymv5

"The world is filled with Pimps & Hoez...we'll just talk about those I know...." Wyann concludes her edutainer review of the 5 Love Languages in Raise 'Em Up! and introduces the first track on her forthcoming album produced by 9th Wonder and Terrace Martin, "You Got me," in a very special Douxadiddy (full song at the end of the episode). We round out the episode with a Break It Down of Too $hort's verse on Biggie's classic "Life After Death" album. Wyann strongly concludes:  If you're not pimpin' your situation, then you're gettin' pimped IN your situation. WWW: Rockets up on these hoez!

Wyann delivers a heartfelt impromptu message to young Black men in Los Angeles and everywhere before we dive into the episode.  We cover the anniversary of The Voice of Reason vol. 1: Visionary Affirmations (douxadiddy); a special #HiWy from #LuvTuesdays (6pm Tuesdays on @wyanna's IG) and the fourth Love Language, Acts of Service (Raise 'Em Up!).  Stick around to hear "Good Connection" at the very end.   Be on the look out for new music from Wyann; her new album "Been In It A Minute" drops August 27, 2021.  Exclusive BTS content will be on Patreon (patreon.com/wyannvaughn). WWW: “As much as a woman decides when sex is consensual, a man decides when a relationship is consensual.” Subscribe to the podcast visually at: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL6Z2lIWex8j7ZO0AJQ6b29txHzeXjymv5

After hours of technical difficulties, a very tired Wyann snags the help of T.J. Wilkins to talk about a few of June's hottest topics:  Black music, Men's Health & Pride.    WWW:  “We’re so in tune with ourselves that we’re out of tune with each other.” Subscribe to the podcast visually at: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL6Z2lIWex8j7ZO0AJQ6b29txHzeXjymv5

Break It Down segment features a verse from The Off-Season, J Cole's newest album to date.  During the first Raise 'Em Up, Wyann gets accompanied by mentee and discusses the nature of young relationships.  In our second Raise 'Em Up, Wyann covers Love Language #2, Quality Time. WWW: "The people who can bring you down can only do so because they're on a lower level than you." Subscribe to the podcast visually at: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL6Z2lIWex8j7ZO0AJQ6b29txHzeXjymv5

The show must go on as COVID hit close to home for Wyann.  She discusses what she's learned in her birthday month and covers the first Love Language in Raise 'em up! #HiWy covers fears, doubts & worries and Wyann performs poetry from her book Write Out for National Poetry Month (douxadiddy). WWW: "Excellence" in the minds of average people gets called "good." Subscribe to the podcast visually at: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL6Z2lIWex8j7ZO0AJQ6b29txHzeXjymv5

Wyann talks healing from a recent accident:  Shares life lessons during Raise 'Em Up!, breaks down Kendrick Lamar lyrics, and sings in a douxadiddy about shining your light after learning your worth.    WWW:  Life changes in a single step   VERY SPECIAL PAID DUES:  1. Dr. Allen Thomas @allenthomasdc  Integrated Health West Chiropractic Office  6506 Arizona Avenue, Los Angeles, California 90045, United States  424-339-7577, ihealthwest.com  2. Dr. William Faulkner @crenshawslauson  Crenshaw Slauson Family Dentistry  3250 W. Slauson Ave, Los Angeles, California 90043, United States  323-292-0231, gr8dentistry.com Subscribe to the podcast visually at: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL6Z2lIWex8j7ZO0AJQ6b29txHzeXjymv5

Wyann discusses learning how to learn with the Raise 'Em Up! book read for 2021 (by popular demand) "The 5 Love Languages." Douxadiddy is the poem "Love Letter" from Wyann's first book "13."  #HiWy covers healthy relationships. WWW:  Worth vs. Validation Seeking Subscribe to the podcast visually at: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL6Z2lIWex8j7ZO0AJQ6b29txHzeXjymv5

Get Raised covers boundaries with the Masterminds (@mitzenokada & @urban_counselor). Break It Down with Rapsody (also HAPPY BIRTHDAY!) looks at "Pay UP!", Laila's Wisdom. Douxadiddy comes from #WyannEP, "Love Unconditional", remembering auntie Pam (Pamela Hutchinson of The Emotions). WWW: Healthy connection vs. Trauma Bonding Pay Ya Dues: 1.  The Doux: @ilovethedoux, thedoux.com 2.  @hairbyquista 3.  @mayabatra family: @thezibabeauty 4.  @andrew.mena personal training at @vintage_fitnesss 5.  @wyanna #LuvTuesdays, #LyghtWork, wyannvaughn.com (all @ handles for IG) Subscribe to the podcast visually at: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL6Z2lIWex8j7ZO0AJQ6b29txHzeXjymv5

Our signature 13th and final episode for the year covers a Raise 'Em Up and blessings for a new year with new beginnings. Subscribe to the podcast visually at: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL6Z2lIWex8j7ZO0AJQ6b29txHzeXjymv5

Our very own Chris Cadenhead joins the show to discuss friendship, identity, white privilege, and making music with Wyann.  After a year of self-awareness, we reflect on who's around us and what it shows us about ourselves. WWW:   Real mirrors vs. Funhouse mirrors Subscribe to the podcast visually at: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL6Z2lIWex8j7ZO0AJQ6b29txHzeXjymv5

Where is the love in hip hop?  Why do we seem to gravitate to the negative in situations before we seek out the positive?  #HiWy: How do "strong women" succeed in relationships?  Discover this and more on this episode of Raise It Up, Wy!   WWW:  Beware of those who love THRU you and not TO you.

Sound Creators is a workshop series created and run by Wyann Vaughn. During the spirit edition of this holistic approach to authentic creativity, Wendi Vaughn of #iamwendiwithani co-teaches about vibrational aspects of dope artistry. PSA:  Wyann means no harm when addressing her words of wisdom. WWW:  'Essential' takes should be left to quality--not qualified--voices. Subscribe to the podcast visually at: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL6Z2lIWex8j7ZO0AJQ6b29txHzeXjymv5