Candidly Eclectic

It's the end of spooky season, so let's recap shall we? In today's episode, Shay reminisces about Halloweens of the past and how Halloween looked for her in 2026. From Boo at the Zoo and Dave and Buster's this year to the year at Fright Fest in Six Flags Great Adventure as a child, she'll laugh and remember as much as she can. Feel free to comment your own favorite costumes and memories. Thanks for tuning in! See you next week!

Greetings everyone out there! Happy Wednesday. Welcome to a more serious episode of Candidly Eclectic. Though Shay is not a certified or licensed counselor, therapist, or life coach; she is tackling relationships today. Fear not she is not offering advice, just reflecting on the relationships of her life. From her personal relationship philosophies to whether she burns bridges, she goes over a collection of points concerning relationships. Thank you so much for tuning in and she hopes you have a great day and week!

Hello friends! Welcome back to Candidly Eclectic. In today's episode we're talking about Shay's recent craft classes. Sewing, crocheting, calligraphy, embroidery, painting, junk journaling. We will cover it all. Listen to find out what she has learned and loved about these skills and classes. Find out how she finds the classes, where she goes to attend them and what skills she has learned in them. Tell her in the comments what skills you have taken classes for or what you'd love to learn. Thanks so much for tuning in as always!

SPOILER WARNING for both the books and movies! In today's episode of Candidly Eclectic, Shay talks about her love and memories regarding the Harry Potter series. From her first memories to what she has learned, she touches on a variety of things that all revolve around one of her favorite series of all time. She hopes you'll join and think back on your own memories of Harry Potter if it means a lot to you as well.

It's Shay's favorite season everyone! Please join her as she talks about how beautiful and nice fall is. She'll recount stories from past holidays, tell you her favorite fall candle scent, and what her favorite things to do in fall are. If you're curious, tune in and tell her all about your favorite fall things.

In an episode she totally wrote to talk about some of her Disney memories, Shay talks about theme parks today. Did she go to theme parks as a child? Does she remember her first time at Disney? What does she go to theme parks for anyway? The answers to all these and more on today's episode of Candidly Eclectic.

In celebration of the musical Moulin Rouge! closing on Broadway, Shay tells you the story of the musical from her two times attending the show. Both times she saw Aaron Tveit as Christian in 2020 and 2026. She is incredibly grateful and just wanted to share the story of the show while it's still fresh in her mind. Hope you enjoy!

In an attempt to be more articulate than on the day she passed, and to remember more from her lifetime admiring Dolly Parton, please join Shay as she gives you a look into some of her memories of Dolly Parton's career and impact. Though Shay realizes she can never compare to the loss and pain felt by those who were truly close to Dolly, she felt it would be remiss not to share her own memories of someone who did impact her life so significantly. Without meeting Dolly Parton, Shay could never truly understand the aura that the woman had from all accounts but Dolly's spirit, her kindness, her generosity all were so easily seen. If you were also a fan, or feel impacted by Dolly Parton, Shay hopes you can let some of Dolly's lessons impact your life as well. Once again, rest in peace to the iconic, legendary Miss Dolly Parton. Thank you so much for all you gave the world.

Finally! After being a fan for just over 6 years of the band BTS, Shay finally got to go to their in person concert at Metlife Stadium in East Rutherford New Jersey for night two. If you'd care to hear about her experience, tune in and let her know your thoughts. Have you been to a dream or bucket list concert of your own?

In today's special episode, Shay remembers conservationist Steve Irwin. She watched his shows and those of his family growing up and he played a huge part in shaping her love for animals and conservation. Though she never has gone to Australia Zoo, or even Australia in general, the spirit of Steve Irwin's mission was felt through the tv as she grew. She discusses her memories of his shows and his passing as well as his funeral. She also wants to send her condolences to the Irwin family and Steve's friends as well. She will continue supporting his family, the Wildlife Warriors, and conservation efforts both local and worldwide in honor of him. Thank you for tuning in and remember what Steve taught the world, you can make a difference for wildlife.