I'll Just Let Myself In

Lish Speaks
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"I’ll Just Let Myself In" is an empowering new podcast dedicated to people who are ready to take a chance on themselves and forge their own path. Hosted by Lish Speaks, each episode explores personal stories, triumphs, and challenges of navigating industries from the “outside-in.” From entrepreneurship to career advancement, self-care to self-discovery, this podcast provides candid conversations, practical advice, and inspirational anecdotes to motivate listeners to embrace their identity, defy societal norms, and pursue their dreams unapologetically. Join us on this journey as we celebrate the strength and tenacity of our guest and hopefully ourselves! It's time to take a chance on yourself and Let Yourself In!Video version available on the @lishspeaks Youtube channel

  1. 2h ago

    Stop Performing for Approval | Blair Amanda on Faith & Identity

    Blair Amanda joins Lish Speaks to talk about faith and purpose, building community in Los Angeles, and creating A Few More Friends—a live music platform for independent artists. She moved to LA with no friends, family, or connections. What started as backyard music nights became a business built around a simple idea: “Followers watch. Friends show up.” But the move also led her back to a personal relationship with God. In this episode of I'll Just Let Myself In, we get into the real work of building a business while working a full-time job, choosing the right people for your team, and setting boundaries around your vision. Blair also opens up about growing up as a preacher's kid, people-pleasing, and learning that she doesn't have to perform for everyone's approval. We talk about: • Supporting independent artists and building genuine community • Making music that reflects your faith outside the gospel genre • Trusting God's plan when your purpose takes an unexpected shape • On The Spot, where artists write songs live with the audience • Christian dating, singleness, and building a stronger foundation • Enjoying your life now while being honest about what you want next If you're a creative entrepreneur, an independent artist, or figuring out faith and purpose in your 20s, there's something here for you. What's one thing you're choosing to enjoy in the season you're in? Tell us in the comments. Subscribe to I'll Just Let Myself In with Lish Speaks and turn on notifications for more conversations about faith, entrepreneurship, and walking through your God-given doors. Send us a text with your thoughts, feedback, or questions for the host!

  2. Sep 16

    Your Gift Is Bigger Than a Career | I'll Just Let Myself In w/ Coco Crosson

    Courtney “Coco” Crosson joins Lish Speaks for an honest conversation about worship, women in ministry, and following God’s calling—even when the people closest to you don’t understand it. On this episode of I’ll Just Let Myself In, Coco shares the grace behind her testimony, her journey from classical vocal training to gospel ministry, and how she stays grounded when her worship clips go viral. Together, she and Lish talk about the responsibility of Christian influence, protecting your own voice, and living out your faith beyond the stage. They also get into the cost of obedience, family expectations, spiritual hunger, spontaneous worship, and why even a powerful singer can feel nervous in the recording studio. Plus, Coco shares the heart behind her single “Panim” and its connection to Exodus 33 and the presence of God. In this episode: • Following your calling without waiting for everyone’s approval • Keeping God at the center of social media and music ministry • Women in ministry and the courage to use your voice • Musical influences, originality, and spontaneous worship • Moving from seeking what God can do to seeking His presence What part of this conversation spoke to you most? Share it in the comments. Subscribe to I’ll Just Let Myself In with Lish Speaks for more conversations about faith, purpose, and walking through your God-given doors. Share this episode with someone who needs encouragement to take their next step. #CocoCrosson #LishSpeaks #Worship Send us a text with your thoughts, feedback, or questions for the host!

  3. Aug 11

    Why You Still Feel Like You Have Something to Prove | I'll Just Let Myself In w/ Erica Campbell

    Erica Campbell sits down with Lish Speaks for an honest conversation about Mary Mary, six Grammys, 25 years of marriage, motherhood, faith, and the courage to keep walking through the doors God opens. She takes us back to the Mary Mary years and the creative freedom behind songs like “Shackles (Praise You),” “Can’t Give Up Now,” and “Little Girl.” Erica explains why she never accepted the limits people place on gospel artists, what it felt like to launch a solo career when fans still wanted Mary Mary, and why—even after decades of success—every new opportunity can feel like another audition. The conversation gets especially real around marriage. After renewing her vows with husband Warryn Campbell for their 25th anniversary, Erica shares what she wishes single women and newlyweds understood about vulnerability, fear, forgiveness, and choosing the relationship over winning the argument. She also talks about raising daughters, healing the insecure 13-year-old she used to be, staying grounded as a mother and first lady, and refusing to let fear run her life. Erica also opens up about playing Cassie in the Lifetime movie “Thou Shall Not Commit Adultery,” the unexpected call that led to her nationally syndicated radio show “Get Up! Mornings with Erica Campbell,” and the lesson behind it all: stay ready, start where you are, and own as much of your creative process as you can. Send us a text with your thoughts, feedback, or questions for the host!

  4. Aug 5

    What Nobody Tells You About Serving God While You're Hurting | Into Testified w/ Kentrell Ragin

    When grief tried to choke the life out of him, he wrote a song that sounds like pure joy. 🎹 Worship leader and recording artist Kentrell Ragin sits down with Lish Speaks on I'll Just Let Myself In to talk about the funky new single "Testified" — and the devastating year of loss that birthed it. From losing his mother, father, and grandparents in a single season to battling depression head-on, Kentrell shares how testifying became the very thing that set him free. This is a raw, honest, and inspiring conversation you don't want to miss. In This Episode: 🎵 The story behind "Testified" — the Prince-inspired, funky gospel joint that almost got thrown away (twice!) 💍 How marriage transformed the way Kentrell worships and finally taught him how to live outside the studio 🙏 The power of testimony as a "lost art" — and why vulnerability from the pulpit and the stage matters now more than ever 💰 Real talk on ministry vs. the music business: navigating favors, knowing your worth, and hearing God on when to say yes (and no) ✂️ "Clock it and block it" — Kentrell's mindset for silencing the critics and accepting the gift God gave YOU 🎤 From a three-year-old on a toy piano to leading worship at Change Church in New Jersey — the journey of a self-taught worshiper Send us a text with your thoughts, feedback, or questions for the host!

  5. Aug 3

    Inside Kierra Sheard's Emotional Trailblazer Award

    What happens when gospel royalty gathers under one roof to honor one of their own? I got a front-row seat—actually, the RED CARPET seat—at the 2026 BMI Trailblazer of Gospel Awards celebrating the legendary Kierra Sheard with the Impact Award. And let me tell you, this night was pure inspiration, emotion, and undeniable REAL vocals. 🎤✨ In this episode, I'm taking you behind the velvet ropes so you feel like you were right there with me. From tear-filled tributes to jaw-dropping performances, this recap is one you don't want to miss. Send us a text with your thoughts, feedback, or questions for the host!

  6. Aug 2

    How to Be a Christian Influencer (Without Being Preachy) | Into Influencing w/ Tiara Jones

    What if you didn't have to choose between living for God and living out loud? In this powerful conversation, fashion content creator Tiara Jones reveals how she built a thriving brand with over 100K followers—all while keeping Christ at the center. From cutting off her hair to landing major brand deals, this episode will challenge everything you thought you knew about faith, fashion, and following your God-given purpose. Lish sits down with Tiara Jones—fashion influencer, "Meet Boston" host, and unapologetic woman of faith—for a real, unfiltered conversation about walking through your God-given doors without waiting for permission. Send us a text with your thoughts, feedback, or questions for the host!

  7. Jul 14

    5 Communication Pillars That Saved My Relationships

    Communication can be the difference between a peaceful life and a life filled with avoidable tension. We’ve all felt it: the moment where you meant one thing, but it came out sideways and suddenly the conversation is about tone, timing, or attitude instead of the real need underneath. That gap costs people closeness, trust, and even opportunities at work, and it often leaves us calling it “peace” while we’re still carrying the same hurt. We walk through five practical pillars of communication skills you can actually practice: clarity, active listening, mutual understanding, relevance, and assertiveness. We talk about why clarity starts in private, when we sit with ourselves long enough to name what we feel, think, and need. We share how active listening lowers defensiveness, why open-mindedness is required for mutual understanding, and when it’s wise to stop talking if someone is accusing instead of asking. We also get specific about relevance: staying on topic, using the past only when it truly explains a trigger, and choosing the right time and setting so your message can land. Then we bring it home with assertiveness, because unspoken needs don’t disappear, they turn into resentment. We also share a faith-based perspective on Pentecost as empowerment to communicate across different “languages,” including emotional ones, and how prayer can strengthen each pillar. If you want healthier relationships, better conflict resolution, and stronger emotional intelligence, hit play, then subscribe, share with a friend, and leave a review with your biggest takeaway. Send us a text with your thoughts, feedback, or questions for the host!

  8. Jul 8

    How to Stop Comparing Yourself (Christian Mindset Shift)

    One scroll can make you forget what your real life is made of. So we’re hitting pause and putting our focus where it belongs: on the blessings that are already here, and the God who keeps showing up even when we’re tired, worried, or stuck in “not yet.” If you’ve felt your joy slipping because you’re comparing your lane to somebody else’s highlight reel, this conversation is your reset. We talk through a simple but powerful practice we call “blessing blinders” a way to block the noise that pulls your mind toward envy, doomscrolling, and imposter syndrome. We get honest about how easy it is to fixate on the opportunities we didn’t get, the timelines we wish we had, or the version of ourselves we think we should be. Then we flip it: your blessings are evidence. Evidence that God has been good, that waiting has purpose, and that you have more to work with than your anxious brain will admit on a bad day. We also break down a second shift that changes everything: letting your blessings motivate you to behave. Gratitude shapes your habits, your attitude, your stewardship, and your relationships. We share practical ways to start a daily gratitude journal, redirect your energy toward what feels like light, and find one solid “starter blessing” even in a hard season. If this encouraged you, subscribe, share it with a friend who needs a mindset reset, and leave a review so more people can find the show. What’s one blessing you can name today? Send us a text with your thoughts, feedback, or questions for the host!

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"I’ll Just Let Myself In" is an empowering new podcast dedicated to people who are ready to take a chance on themselves and forge their own path. Hosted by Lish Speaks, each episode explores personal stories, triumphs, and challenges of navigating industries from the “outside-in.” From entrepreneurship to career advancement, self-care to self-discovery, this podcast provides candid conversations, practical advice, and inspirational anecdotes to motivate listeners to embrace their identity, defy societal norms, and pursue their dreams unapologetically. Join us on this journey as we celebrate the strength and tenacity of our guest and hopefully ourselves! It's time to take a chance on yourself and Let Yourself In!Video version available on the @lishspeaks Youtube channel

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  • Creator
    Lish Speaks
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    75
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © 2026 I'll Just Let Myself In
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