Have you ever wondered why speaking truth comes with such a high price tag in the content creation world? As I celebrate reaching 112k followers just one month after rebuilding my TikTok presence, I'm struck by the beautiful paradox of authentic connection—the more unfiltered I am, the stronger our community grows.

The pressure to self-censor is real. I've sat through meetings with talent agencies who love my numbers but squirm at my politics. They never directly tell you to stop talking about race or social justice—they just hint around it, hoping you'll voluntarily muzzle yourself for marketability. I refuse that bargain every time, and surprisingly, that's exactly what keeps you all coming back.

This episode dives deep into the fascinating discourse surrounding Deante Kyle, who simply suggested men should hold each other accountable for violence against women who reject advances. The backlash reveals a troubling reality: many men cannot conceptualize supporting women without expecting something in return. This transactional view of human interaction isn't random—it's deeply rooted in patriarchal conditioning.

What's most illuminating is how people selectively apply logic. The same men who understand why Black people might be cautious around white people due to historical and ongoing racism somehow fail to apply this same reasoning to women's caution around men. When I point this out, the defensiveness is immediate and telling. As I explain in this episode, your hurt feelings will never outweigh my need for safety.

Subscribe to the Napkin In Between podcast for more unfiltered conversations about content creation, social justice, and navigating life as someone who refuses to compromise on truth. Share your thoughts with me on TikTok, Instagram, or Threads—I'm rebuilding everywhere, and you keep finding me. For that, I'm eternally grateful.