Oh, Charlee Please!

Charlee Hussle
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  • SOCIETY & CULTURE
  • UPDATED BIWEEKLY

Oh, Charlee Please! is a culture-forward podcast at the intersection of books, reading culture, BookTok discourse, and Black media conversations shaping today’s literary internet. Hosted by Charlee, the show breaks down reader behavior, book community chaos, internet think pieces, and the conversations people try to have in 60 seconds but shouldn’t. If it’s happening in book culture or online spaces, it’s fair game. Faith First. Shade Second. Expect long-form commentary, cultural critique, and unfiltered takes on books, media, and internet behavior — with humor, honesty, and zero pretending

  1. 1D AGO

    Save It for the Group Chat | Boundaries, Friendships & Protecting Your Peace | Episode 124

    Protecting your peace, setting boundaries, and knowing when to keep things off the timeline. In this episode of Oh, Charlee Please!, Charlee sits down with Gee and Jordanae’ to talk about emotional maturity, healthy relationships, and why everything doesn’t need a public response. This conversation dives into moving with intention in a world that rewards oversharing and reaction. From navigating friendships and group dynamics to avoiding unnecessary drama, we break down what it looks like to grow, evolve, and keep certain conversations where they belong… in the group chat. If you’re learning how to set boundaries, protect your energy, and stop engaging in things that no longer serve you, this episode is for you. Be Sure to Follow Gee and Jordanae': Gee's IG: @Gee.In.The.Stacks Gee's TikTok: @Gee.In.The.Stacks Jordanae's IG: @4jordanae Jordanae's TikTok: @4jordanae Follow Charlee: Charlee's IG: @ohcharleeplase Charlee's TikTok: @ohcharleeplease Charlee's Substack: @ohcharleeplease Charlee's Facebook: Charlee Hussle

    57 min

  2. MAR 24

    You Never Know Who's Watching | Episode 123

    In this solo episode of Oh, Charlee Please!, Charlee gets real about visibility, community, and the pressure to perform online. Inspired by a recent conversation that hit her “in the chest,” she breaks down what it means to build genuine community rather than chase numbers, and why impact doesn’t always show up in analytics. If you’ve ever questioned your growth, your reach, or whether people are really paying attention… this episode is your reminder: they are. Charlee also reflects on being “accidentally inspirational,” the difference between audience and community, and why showing up authentically will always outlast algorithms. This one is for creators, influencers, and anyone navigating purpose, pressure, and presence in the digital space. Follow Me Here: Instagram: @ohcharleeplease Substack: @ohcharleeplease Facebook: Charlee Hussle TikTok: @ohcharleeplease

    28 min

  3. MAR 17

    Knowing Your Worth as a Book Influencer | Talia Cadet on BookTok, Content Creation & Creator Power | Episode 122

    In this episode of Oh, Charlee Please, Charlee sits down with content creator and book influencer Talia Cadet to talk about the realities of building am, navigating the book community, and knowing your worth as an influencer. Talia shares how she first got started creating content, what led her to transition into book content and BookTok, and how she balances working full-time while maintaining a growing digital presence. The conversation also explores the business side of influencing, including why creators need to understand their value, how fee sheets work, and how to approach brand partnerships in a way that respects your work. Charlee and Talia also discuss Talia’s experience being involved in a Supreme Court case connected to TikTok creators, what that moment meant for the creator economy, and why content creators have more influence than many people realize. From influencer marketing to book events and the evolving role of book influencers in the publishing industry, this episode offers an honest look at what it takes to build a platform and turn content creation into a business. If you’re interested in BookTok, content creation, influencer marketing, book influencers, or the creator economy, this conversation is one you don’t want to miss. Follow Charlee Everywhere Substack Instagram YouTube TikTokFacebook Follow Talia Everywhere TikTokInstagram SubstackYouTube

    1h 4m

  4. MAR 11

    When Your Niche Evolves: Book Creators Rebranding & Expanding Their Content | Episode 121

    Episode Description Lately the book community has been shifting. The girlies are changing their handles, expanding their content, and stepping outside of the boxes we originally built our platforms in. And honestly? I think it’s a good thing. In this episode, I’m talking about the creative evolution happening across the book space and why so many creators are branching out beyond just books. When your platform grows, your creativity grows too. I also share a personal update about releasing my very first short story on Substack, and I am keen to step into storytelling in a new way. Writing fiction is something I’ve wanted to do for a long time, and finally putting it out into the world has been both exciting and nerve-wracking. This conversation is about growth, rebranding, and giving yourself permission to expand creatively without feeling boxed in by your niche. Because sometimes the biggest plot twist is realizing you were meant to do more than one thing. Follow Charlee Everywhere Substackhttps://ohcharleeplease.substack.com Instagramhttps://instagram.com/ohcharleeplease TikTokhttps://tiktok.com/@ohcharleeplease YouTubehttps://youtube.com/@ohcharleeplease Facebookhttps://facebook.com/ohcharleeplease

    32 min

  5. FEB 26

    No New Episode This Week (Finals Got Me in a Headlock 😭) | Episode 120

    Hey y’all — quick check-in! There will be no new episode this week because your girl is deep in finals season and currently fighting for academic survival 📚✨. Between papers, deadlines, and trying to keep my sanity intact, I had to press pause for a moment. BUT don’t disappear on me! This is the perfect time to catch up on past episodes, revisit your favorites, and stream the conversations you may have missed. The catalog is FULL of laughs, real talk, bookish chaos, and moments that still deserve a replay. If you’ve ever enjoyed an episode, this week’s assignment is simple: 👉 Stream an old episode👉 Share it with a friend👉 Tell a friend to tell a friend We’ll be back soon with new content, fresh conversations, and more of everything you love. Thank you for rocking with me and giving me grace while I finish strong this semester. 💛 — Charlee Follow & keep up with me everywhere: Instagram: @OhCharleePleaseYouTube: Oh, Charlee Please!Substack: OhCharleePlease.substack.comThreads: @OhCharleePleaseTikTok: @OhCharleePlease

    1 min

  6. FEB 19

    It’s Really Mental |Episode 119

    Welcome back to Oh, Charlee Please — where it’s Faith First. Shade Second. And common sense somewhere in between. I’m your girl Charlee, and friend… the internet has been doing the absolute most again. In this episode, we unpack the latest chaos in the book community, why Threads is no longer a space I take seriously, and the ongoing debate about what actually counts as a “reader space.” We also talk creativity, protecting your mental energy online, and the pressure of navigating community conversations as a creator. Plus — thoughts on being labeled a “token” author in Black romance, appreciation for real community support, my recent writing surge, a quick cultural check-in on America’s Next Top Model, and yes… my controversial opinion about red velvet cake. If you’ve ever needed to log off, laugh, and reclaim your peace — this episode is for you. 🎧 Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all streaming platforms. Connect With Me Everywhere 📺 YouTube: https://youtube.com/@ohcharleeplease📸 Instagram: https://instagram.com/ohcharleeplease🎵 TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@ohcharleeplease📝 Substack: https://ohcharleeplease.substack.com📘 Facebook: https://facebook.com/ohcharleeplease Keywords: book community podcast, Black book podcast, Threads app discussion, reader space debate, creator commentary, pop culture podcast

    26 min

  7. FEB 13

    Proximity Isn’t Community | Episode 118

    In this episode of Oh, Charlee Please!, we’re having an honest conversation about betrayal, fake friendships, and the danger of building community with people who don’t genuinely like you. Sometimes betrayal isn’t dramatic. Sometimes it’s realizing the person sitting at your table was never sincere — they were strategic. This episode explores forced proximity, performative support, and why alignment matters more than access. We’re also talking about authors being upset over not receiving 5-star ratings — because let’s be for real. Not every book will resonate with every reader, and community doesn’t mean immunity from critique. If you’ve ever experienced friendship betrayal, fake support in creative spaces, or tension within community dynamics, this conversation is for you. Additional shoutouts:– Niccara from But Make It Books Podcast– Refined and Ratchet returning for Season 2 on YouTube– Kenya Jaye on the release of her debut novel Interlude Make sure you’re following me across platforms for more conversations like this: Instagram: @OhCharleePleaseTikTok: @OhCharleePleaseSubstack: Oh, Charlee PleaseFacebook: Oh, Charlee Please

    29 min

  8. FEB 4

    Save the Sympathy. You’re Not Sorry. | Episode 117

    This week on Oh, Charlee Please! Podcast, Charlee gets honest about the kind of “accountability” that isn’t really accountability at all. You know the type. The public apologies. The sudden self-awareness. The “I’ve changed” speeches that somehow still require you to hold their hand and feel bad for them. In this episode, we’re unpacking performative growth, damage control disguised as healing, and why real accountability is quiet, private, and doesn’t need an audience. Because regret isn’t growth, and saying sorry doesn’t mean anything if nothing actually changes. Plus a few life updates, community love, and the usual unfiltered Charlee commentary. If you’ve ever side-eyed someone’s redemption tour and thought, be serious, this one’s for you. Press play. Stay connected with me: Instagram → @ohcharleepleaseTikTok → @ohcharleepleaseSubstack → @ohcharleeplease Show some love to the homies! She Well Read Podcast → Tune In Her Revision → Tune In

    32 min
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Oh, Charlee Please! is a culture-forward podcast at the intersection of books, reading culture, BookTok discourse, and Black media conversations shaping today’s literary internet. Hosted by Charlee, the show breaks down reader behavior, book community chaos, internet think pieces, and the conversations people try to have in 60 seconds but shouldn’t. If it’s happening in book culture or online spaces, it’s fair game. Faith First. Shade Second. Expect long-form commentary, cultural critique, and unfiltered takes on books, media, and internet behavior — with humor, honesty, and zero pretending

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  • Creator
    Charlee Hussle
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    24
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Charlee Hussle
  • Show Website
    Oh, Charlee Please!

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