I Want 1,000 YouTube Subscribers — And I'm Starting With Just My Phone

I have a goal: I want 1,000 YouTube subscribers.

But I'm not trying to turn this into something complicated.

I don't have to buy a $2,000 camera. I don't need a professional studio. I don't need ten people working behind the scenes.

I have a phone, ideas, opinions, and something to say.

And that's where I'm starting.

My Phone Is My Camera

One thing that can stop creators before they even begin is thinking they need expensive equipment.

I'm keeping it simple.

I'm going to use my phone.

Find a quiet place. Clean the camera lens. Sit near a window or somewhere with good lighting. Put the phone somewhere steady.

Hit record.

That's it.

The most important thing is giving people something worth watching.

How Long Should My YouTube Videos Be?

I'm going to start by aiming for around 8 to 15 minutes for many of my regular videos.

If I have a bigger topic, I can make a 20-minute video.

If I'm doing a big reality-TV recap or discussion, maybe it's 30 minutes.

And if I go live, I could talk for an hour if people are watching and participating.

But I'm learning something important:

Longer doesn't automatically mean better.

If I only have five interesting minutes of material, I'd rather make a good five-minute video than spend 25 minutes repeating myself.

The goal is to keep people watching.

What Am I Going to Talk About?

This part should actually be easy because I already have interests.

I love talking about reality television, entertainment, celebrities, music, fashion and pop culture.

That's content!

I could turn on my phone and say:

“Okay, did anybody else see that episode last night? Because we need to TALK!”

There's my video.

I can review an episode.

I can give my opinion about a reality star.

I can discuss something happening in entertainment.

I can talk about an old-school R&B singer or album.

I can tell a personal story.

I can make a Top 5 list.

I can even make a video called “5 Reality Shows I'm Watching Right Now.”

Not every video needs to be a Hollywood production.

Sometimes people just want an interesting person with an interesting opinion.

How Am I Going to Get 1,000 Subscribers?

I'm not going to sit around waiting for 1,000 people to magically appear.

I'm going to work toward them one subscriber at a time.

If somebody enjoys one of my videos, I want to remind them:

“If you enjoyed this conversation, subscribe because I'm talking reality TV and entertainment every week.”

That gives them a reason to subscribe.

I also need to give people a reason to return.

That's why I'm thinking about a simple schedule.

Monday: Reality-TV review

Wednesday: Entertainment or celebrity discussion

Friday: Reality TV, music or pop-culture video

Weekend: Optional livestream or weekly recap

That's manageable.

Three strong videos every week is better for me than uploading ten rushed videos that nobody finishes watching.

Shorts Can Help Me Find New People

I'm not forgetting about YouTube Shorts.

I can take one interesting thought and make a quick Short.

For example:

“I have one question about last night's episode…”

Then I give my opinion.

At the end, I can tell people that my full review is on my channel.

Now the Short has a job.

It's not just another random upload.

It's helping people discover my longer content.

I'm Going to Stop Chasing Perfection

This may be the biggest lesson.

I don't need every video to be perfect.

Some videos might get 20 views.

Another might get 75.

One might suddenly get 500.

And eventually, one could get thousands.

I won't know until I post.

Instead of asking myself:

“Is this video perfect?”

I'm going to ask:

“Would I watch this?”

If the answer is yes, I'm posting it.

My 1,000 Subscriber Challenge

I'm giving myself a simple challenge.

Post consistently.

Talk about subjects I actually enjoy.

Make better titles.

Create thumbnails people can understand.

Keep my videos interesting.

Ask viewers questions.

Reply to comments.

And tell viewers to subscribe.

I'm not trying to become MrBeast overnight.

I'm trying to build my audience.

Ten subscribers become 20.

Twenty become 50.

Fifty become 100.

Then 250.

Then 500.

And eventually:

1,000 subscribers.

I'm doing it with the equipment I already have.

My phone. My voice. My personality. My opinions.

That's enough to start.

Your Turn

Are you trying to reach 1,000 YouTube subscribers too?

What is stopping you from posting?

Drop your answer in the comments.

And if you're already growing a channel, share one thing that helped you get more subscribers.

The road to 1,000 starts with pressing RECORD.

Law Roach Is THAT Girl of the Social Media Streets — And the Internet Can’t Stop Watching

Baby, if you’ve been anywhere near the social media

streets lately, you already know one thing: Law Roach stays in the conversation.

Fashion? Law.

Celebrity styling? Law.

YouTube? Law.

A little controversy? Oh, Law might be somewhere nearby too. 😂

At this point, Law Roach isn’t just a stylist. He has become a full-blown social media personality, and I’m here for it.

Law Knows How to Keep People Talking

What I find interesting about Law is that he doesn’t need to style 500 celebrities at the same time to prove himself.

Some people seem to think being successful means having a gigantic client list.

I disagree.

If you have the right clients, build memorable fashion moments and create relationships where people keep coming back to you, that speaks louder than numbers.

And Law has certainly created some unforgettable moments.

But now we’re seeing another side of him.

He can sit in front of a camera, talk fashion, tell stories, give opinions and suddenly you’ve been watching for 20 minutes.

That’s a skill.

Because, honey, everybody with a camera does NOT need a YouTube channel. 😂

Some people turn that camera on and five minutes feels like three business days.

Law understands entertainment.

He’s Become the Fashion Girlfriend We Didn't Know We Needed

When I say Law Roach is “that girl,” I’m talking about the ENERGY.

He can give fashion expert.

He can give celebrity insider.

He can give your fashionable friend sitting across the table saying:

“Now you know you shouldn’t have worn that.”

And that personality translates perfectly to social media.

Fashion can sometimes feel extremely serious. Everybody is analyzing fabrics, designers, silhouettes and runway collections.

Meanwhile, Law can make the conversation feel like we’re sitting around talking about who wore what and why it worked—or why somebody should have left that outfit hanging right there on the rack.

That’s what makes his content entertaining.

The Social Media Streets Love an Opinion

Social media rewards personalities who give people something to discuss.

You don't always have to agree with Law.

Actually, disagreement can make the conversation even more entertaining.

That's the whole point!

I can watch somebody and say, “Law, I love you, but I don't know about THAT one.”

Then somebody else can completely agree with him.

Next thing you know, everybody is debating fashion.

That's engagement.

That's conversation.

And that's how you stay relevant in today's entertainment world.

From Celebrity Stylist to His Own Celebrity

This may be the most interesting part of Law Roach's evolution.

There was a time when the celebrity was supposed to be the star and the stylist remained behind the scenes.

Those days are OVER.

Law has built enough name recognition that people are interested in Law Roach himself.

We want the commentary.

We want the fashion opinions.

We want the stories.

We want to know what he thinks somebody should have worn.

And yes, we want a little tea too. ☕😂

Law doesn't necessarily need a celebrity standing next to him anymore.

Law IS the content.

That is a major accomplishment.

And Baby, He Understands Branding

One thing content creators can learn from Law is the importance of having a recognizable personality.

There are millions of people posting videos every day.

Why should somebody stop scrolling for YOU?

Law has an answer.

You know what you're getting.

Fashion.

Personality.

Confidence.

Experience.

Opinion.

And a little fabulousness sprinkled over everything.

That's branding.

You can love him, disagree with him, debate him or roll your eyes at something he says—but you're still talking about him.

And in these social media streets?

Conversation is currency.

Law Roach Is THAT Girl

So yes, I'm saying it.

Law Roach is THAT girl of the social media streets right now.

He took his knowledge from behind the scenes and turned it into content people actually want to watch.

That's smart.

The fashion industry changes.

Celebrity relationships change.

Social media platforms change.

But personality travels.

And Law Roach has enough personality to fill up the runway, the front row AND the comment section.

Chile, pull up a chair because I don't think Law is finished talking anytime soon.

And I'm listening.

Now I Want to Hear From YOU

Are you watching Law Roach on social media and YouTube?

Do you think he's becoming just as entertaining as the celebrities he styles?

And most importantly:

Is Law Roach THAT GIRL of the social media streets—or are y'all telling him to log off? 😂

Drop your opinion in the comments.

Because around here, we don't just watch the mess—we discuss it!

Love & Marriage: Huntsville Season 12 Episode 4 — The Past Just Pulled Up With Receipts, Chile!

Baby, somebody lock the doors, hide the group chats, delete the old text messages and tell everybody in Huntsville to stop answering questions!

Because Love & Marriage: Huntsville Season 12, Episode 4, “What’s in the Past Is Present,” is already sounding like one of those episodes where everybody’s old business gets dragged right back into the living room.

And you know what?

That title tells us EVERYTHING.

“What’s in the Past Is Present.”

Translation: Whatever you thought was buried apparently wasn't buried deep enough.

Chile!

Season 12 has been slowly putting all the ingredients into the pot. Now Episode 4 looks ready to turn the heat all the way up.

We’ve got Destiny.

We’ve got Arionne.

We’ve got Martell.

We’ve got Tisha.

We’ve got Marsau.

We’ve got Sylvia.

And somewhere in Huntsville, somebody probably wishes everybody would simply mind their own business.

Unfortunately, they signed up for reality television.

So grab your drink, get comfortable and let’s talk about the mess that appears to be headed our way.

DESTINY VS. ARIONNE: SOMEBODY CALL SECURITY BEFORE THE PARTY EVEN STARTS

Let’s begin with what might become the biggest storyline of the episode: Destiny and Arionne.

The Fletchers apparently see a major showdown coming between these two women.

And my question is:

Does anybody NOT see it coming?

Because Stevie Wonder could see this tension from three counties away.

Arionne has already questioned Martell about his relationship and friendship with Destiny.

Now that Arionne is actually appearing on camera this season, the dynamic is completely different.

For years, Arionne was talked ABOUT.

Now she can talk BACK.

That changes everything.

People have had opinions about her.

People have discussed her relationship with Martell.

People have dissected her choices.

But now she has a seat at the table.

And chile, she did not come to Huntsville carrying a folding chair.

She came ready to sit at the MAIN TABLE.

The problem?

Destiny isn't exactly known for backing away from confrontation either.

So you've got two women with history, opinions and questions surrounding the same man.

What could possibly go wrong?

EVERYTHING.

AND MARTELL IS RIGHT THERE IN THE MIDDLE

Martell Holt somehow continues to find himself standing in the center of hurricanes that allegedly have nothing to do with him.

Sir.

HOW?

At some point, Martell needs to stop acting surprised when two roads he helped build eventually meet at the same intersection.

Arionne has questions about Destiny.

Destiny has her own relationship and history with Martell.

And Martell seems to want everybody to coexist peacefully.

Baby, this isn't a church picnic.

You cannot invite everybody carrying unresolved feelings into the same social circle and then act shocked when somebody starts asking questions.

This man wants peace while standing in the middle of the battlefield holding the matches.

Make it make sense!

And according to the official Episode 4 description, Martell is going to be blindsided by a betrayal.

Betrayal?!

Oh, OWN knew exactly what they were doing putting THAT word in the description.

Because now I'm sitting here wondering:

WHO betrayed Martell?

Was it a friend?

Was it somebody he trusted?

Was something said behind his back?

Did somebody reveal something he thought was private?

Baby, the word “betrayal” on reality television can mean anything from somebody exposing your business to somebody not inviting you to brunch.

So I'm keeping my eyes OPEN.

TISHA SAID SHE IS STANDING ON BUSINESS

Then we have LaTisha Scott apparently doubling down on some salacious allegations.

TISHA!

Ma’am!

Sometimes when somebody asks whether you really meant what you said, the safe answer is:

“I was emotional.”

But Tisha apparently said:

Did I stutter?

Okay!

One thing about Love & Marriage: Huntsville is that rumors never die.

They simply take vacations.

A rumor will disappear for three seasons, go to Miami, get a tan, change its hairstyle and return during Season 12 looking refreshed.

And now Tisha is reportedly doubling down.

That tells me this isn't going away quietly.

Once you repeat something on camera, now everybody wants answers.

Who told you?

When did you hear it?

Where are the receipts?

Why are you bringing it up now?

And most importantly:

Is it TRUE?

That is where reality television gets dangerous.

Because somebody can start with “I heard…”

And fifteen minutes later, we've got three confessionals, two flashbacks, a dinner argument and somebody storming out saying, “I'm DONE!”

SYLVIA AND MARSAU'S HISTORY ENTERS THE CHAT

Then there's Sylvia worrying about her history with Marsau.

Oh?

HISTORY?

Baby, whenever a reality show uses the word “history,” my eyebrow automatically goes up.

What kind of history?

Business history?

Friendship history?

Social history?

Something misunderstood?

Something everybody already knew?

Something nobody was supposed to mention?

Because those are VERY different types of history.

And before anybody starts writing a whole Lifetime movie in their head, we need to remember that concern or speculation isn't proof of anything.

But this is Love & Marriage: Huntsville.

If there is an unanswered question, somebody is going to ask it.

And if nobody asks it?

Production will probably find somebody who will.

Marsau has spent YEARS dealing with rumors and questions surrounding his marriage.

At this point, I don't know how Tisha doesn't wake up every morning asking:

“Okay, what are the internet streets saying TODAY?”

Their marriage has practically earned its own rumor department.

But what makes this storyline interesting is Tisha apparently doubling down while Sylvia herself is worried about her history with Marsau becoming an issue.

Those two pieces together?

Chile.

Episode 4 might have us rewinding scenes.

TISHA AND MARSAU HAVE ENOUGH GOING ON ALREADY

And let's not forget Marsau and Tisha came into Season 12 dealing with BUSINESS problems too.

Their first residential investment property has become a major storyline after things went sideways.

So you're telling me this couple is trying to deal with business trouble AND old allegations at the same time?

Where is the vacation episode?

Somebody send these people to Jamaica.

Actually, don't.

Because knowing this cast, somebody would argue before they even got through TSA.

“Why did you sit next to her on the plane?”

“I didn't choose the seat!”

“Well, why didn't you MOVE?”

Chile, never mind.

Stay in Huntsville.

ARIONNE ISN'T A GHOST ANYMORE

One of the biggest changes this season is Arionne actually being on camera.

That cannot be understated.

Her presence changes the entire show.

For years, viewers knew the name.

Other cast members talked about her.

Fans debated her.

Relationships were discussed around her.

But she wasn't physically participating in the group scenes.

Season 12 changes that.

Now when somebody says something about Arionne, there is a possibility that Arionne might be standing across the room ready to respond.

THAT is a completely different reality television environment.

You can't just tell your version anymore.

The other person has a microphone too.

And I think that's exactly why this Destiny situation has so much potential.

Arionne clearly has feelings about Destiny being connected to Martell.

Whether viewers agree with those feelings or not, she has them.

And Destiny isn't going to suddenly disappear because Arionne doesn't like the relationship.

So what does Martell do?

That is the million-dollar question.

MARTELL, PICK A LANE!

If your woman tells you she doesn't trust another woman around you, you've got a decision to make.

You can establish boundaries.

You can reassure your partner.

You can explain the friendship.

Or you can continue doing whatever you're doing until everybody ends up arguing at an event.

Guess which option reality television usually chooses?

Exactly.

The event.

There will always be an event.

An art show.

A brunch.

A dinner.

A birthday party.

A business opening.

A wine tasting.

Something!

Reality television people will know two cast members cannot stand each other and STILL say:

“You know what would bring everybody together? BRUNCH!”

NO!

It won't!

But please keep doing it because I need something to watch Saturday night.

DESTINY ISN'T GOING ANYWHERE QUIETLY

And let's discuss Destiny.

Destiny has had her share of ups, downs, friendships and fallouts on this show.

She understands how this game works.

So I don't expect Destiny to simply smile politely while somebody questions her relationship with Martell.

Especially if she feels like her friendship is being misrepresented.

That's where the real showdown could happen.

Arionne may look at the situation from the perspective of Martell's partner.

Destiny may look at it as:

“This is my friend, and I'm not changing my friendship because YOU have a problem.”

And there it is.

THE MESS.

Because both people can feel justified.

That's what makes a good reality TV conflict.

The best arguments aren't always hero versus villain.

Sometimes it's two people operating from completely different perspectives who both believe they're right.

Add Martell in the middle?

Baby, pass the popcorn.

THE FLETCHERS ALREADY KNOW WHAT TIME IT IS

The Fletchers apparently foresee the Destiny-Arionne collision.

Translation:

Everybody sees the train coming.

Nobody is getting off the tracks.

And we're all waiting for impact.

This is what cracks me up about these friend groups.

They'll say:

“I really hope they don't argue.”

Then invite both women to the same event.

Sit them four feet apart.

Serve alcohol.

Bring up the exact subject they're fighting about.

Then act shocked.

“Oh my God! Why are they arguing?!”

BECAUSE YOU PUT THEM AT THE SAME TABLE, NELL!

Allegedly!

LOL.

EVERYBODY IN HUNTSVILLE NEEDS A RECEIPT FOLDER

At this point, every cast member needs a folder on their phone called:

IN CASE OF REUNION.

Screenshots.

Text messages.

Dates.

Times.

Voice notes.

Contracts.

DMs.

Because nobody remembers anything the same way once the cameras start rolling.

One person says:

“That never happened.”

Then production flashes back to Season 7, Episode 12.

OUCH.

That is the beauty of being on television for years.

Your past has VIDEO EVIDENCE.

You can't rewrite history when production has the footage sitting on a hard drive.

And that's why the title “What's in the Past Is Present” feels perfect.

The past is NEVER really past on Love & Marriage: Huntsville.

THIS SEASON FEELS DIFFERENT

Season 12 feels like the show is attempting to shake up the dynamics.

Arionne being on camera alone changes things.

Old relationships are being revisited.

New alliances are forming.

Business struggles are becoming part of the conversation.

And people who once existed outside the main storyline are moving directly into it.

That's exactly what a long-running reality show needs.

You cannot tell the same story forever.

At some point, somebody new has to walk through the door.

And Arionne didn't just walk through the door.

She walked into YEARS of unfinished business.

BUT PLEASE DON'T LET THIS BECOME THE MARTELL SHOW

Here's my one concern.

Love & Marriage: Huntsville has a big ensemble cast.

So while the Martell-Arionne-Destiny storyline is juicy, I don't want every single episode revolving around Martell's relationships.

Give me everybody's mess!

I want business.

Marriage.

Friendships.

Family.

Money.

Rumors.

Reconciliation.

Fallouts.

Comebacks.

And somebody opening a business that will probably cause an argument at the grand opening.

Give me HUNTSVILLE.

Because this cast works best when multiple storylines collide.

MY PRE-SHOW VERDICT

Based on everything being teased for Episode 4, I'm watching.

Absolutely.

Destiny versus Arionne?

Watching.

Tisha doubling down?

Watching.

Sylvia worrying about her Marsau history?

Watching.

Martell supposedly getting blindsided by betrayal?

Baby, I'm already sitting down.

The question is whether Episode 4 actually delivers the fireworks being teased.

Because you know these previews will have us thinking somebody flipped a table, and then the actual scene is:

“Did you say that?”

“Yes.”

“Okay.”

COMMERCIAL.

Don't play with me, OWN!

I need the MESS.

FINAL THOUGHTS

Love & Marriage: Huntsville has reached the point where the history between these people is almost another cast member.

Old friendships matter.

Old relationships matter.

Old rumors matter.

Old business deals matter.

And things people said YEARS ago can suddenly become relevant again.

That's what makes Episode 4's title so appropriate.

What's in the past really is present.

And apparently, the past came dressed up, mic'd up and ready to film.

The Destiny-Arionne tension feels like it's only beginning.

Tisha doesn't appear ready to retract anything.

Sylvia has questions surrounding her own history.

Marsau's name is once again floating through a storyline.

And Martell?

Martell better put on his seatbelt because apparently betrayal is headed directly toward him.

Chile, Huntsville isn't giving peace.

It's giving:

“Previously on Love & Marriage: Huntsville…”

And somehow that “previously” goes back about six years!

REALITY RUNDOWN QUESTION OF THE DAY

Now I want to hear from YOU.

Who do you think is right in the Destiny and Arionne situation?

Should Martell put stronger boundaries around his friendship with Destiny?

Do you think Arionne has a reason to be suspicious?

What do you think about Tisha doubling down?

And WHO do you think betrays Martell?

Drop your opinion in the comments because I already know the Huntsville fans are going to have something to SAY.

And please keep it cute.

Well…

As cute as we can keep it while discussing Love & Marriage: Huntsville.

😂

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Because if the past is present…

Baby, somebody better start deleting receipts!

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Who Is Naomi Baker? Tyler Perry Put a New Face Front and Center in Doing Life

If you’re watching Tyler Perry’s Doing Life on Netflix and asking yourself, “Wait a minute—who is this actress?” you’re probably not alone.

Naomi Baker is one of those actresses who may have you reaching for your phone while the movie is still playing. She’s not necessarily a household name yet, and that might actually be part of what makes watching her interesting.

Instead of seeing the same familiar Hollywood faces over and over again, we’re getting an actress who is still building her résumé and getting an opportunity to step into a much bigger spotlight.

And I love seeing that.

Naomi Baker Didn't Take the Traditional Hollywood Route

What caught my attention about Naomi Baker is that her road into acting wasn't necessarily the traditional “I went to drama school at 18 and have been acting my entire life” story.

Baker has discussed starting out in modeling before seriously pursuing acting. After moving to Los Angeles, she began taking acting classes and working toward professional roles.

That makes her journey interesting because Hollywood can sometimes make it seem like you have to have everything figured out by the time you're 21.

You don't.

Sometimes people discover their lane later. Sometimes you start in one area of entertainment and realize another area is where you really belong.

Model today. Acting class tomorrow. Audition next week. Netflix movie down the road.

Life can change quickly when preparation finally meets opportunity.

Then Came Television

Before landing this bigger Tyler Perry opportunity, Baker began adding television and movie credits to her résumé, including an appearance in All American: Homecoming.

Those smaller roles matter.

Everybody wants the starring role, but most actors don't walk into Hollywood on Monday and have their name at the top of a Netflix movie poster by Friday.

There are classes.

There are auditions.

There are callbacks.

There are roles you don't get.

There are tiny parts where you're hoping somebody important notices you.

Then eventually, one opportunity can change the conversation.

For Naomi Baker, Doing Life could be one of those opportunities.

Tyler Perry Continues Giving New Actors a Shot

Say whatever you want about Tyler Perry—and people certainly have plenty to say—but one thing I've always found interesting about his productions is his willingness to put actors on screen who aren't necessarily Hollywood's biggest names.

That matters.

Hollywood loves recycling celebrities.

Sometimes you're watching a movie thinking, “Didn't I just see this person in three other movies?”

Chile, give somebody else an audition!

😂

A new face can make a story feel fresher because you're not watching the actor's celebrity. You're actually watching the character.

That's part of what works for me with Naomi Baker.

I wasn't sitting there thinking about twenty other characters she's played.

I was watching this performance.

Is Naomi Baker Perfect? No—and That's Okay

I'm not going to sit here and pretend every moment of a performance has to be Oscar-worthy.

She's still developing.

There are moments when you can see an actress finding her rhythm, especially when she's carrying a larger project.

But I actually enjoy watching performers at this stage of their careers.

You can see the potential.

You can also see where they might grow.

That's much more interesting to me than immediately declaring somebody either the greatest actress alive or a complete failure after one movie.

Give people room to develop.

Some of today's biggest stars weren't perfect in their earliest performances either.

This Is What Opportunity Looks Like

The bigger story here isn't just Naomi Baker.

It's opportunity.

There are thousands of talented actors taking classes right now.

Some are waiting tables.

Some are working regular nine-to-five jobs.

Some are making TikToks.

Some are doing community theater.

Some are auditioning for commercials.

And somewhere in that group could be tomorrow's television or movie star.

That's why stories like Baker's can be encouraging.

You don't necessarily need twenty years of major Hollywood credits before somebody gives you a chance.

You need training, persistence, preparation—and eventually somebody willing to say:

“Let's see what you can do.”

My Review

From what I'm seeing, Naomi Baker is someone worth keeping an eye on.

I'm not ready to crown her the next Angela Bassett after one major opportunity. Let's calm down! 😂

But I definitely see potential.

She has presence.

She has a natural look on camera.

And most importantly, she's now getting an opportunity big enough for audiences to actually discover her.

That's half the battle in Hollywood.

Talent means nothing if nobody ever opens the door.

Now that Naomi Baker has gotten through that door, the question becomes:

What does she do next?

That's what I'm interested in seeing.

Will she continue doing Tyler Perry projects?

Will another Netflix production come calling?

Could television be her next move?

Could she eventually become one of those actresses we see everywhere and remember when people were asking, “Who is Naomi Baker?”

Time will tell.

Let's Talk!

Are you watching Tyler Perry's Doing Life?

What do you think about Naomi Baker's performance?

🔥 Do you think she carried the lead role?

👀 Had you ever seen her acting before this movie?

🎬 Would you like to see Tyler Perry continue casting lesser-known actors in major roles?

And most importantly: Do you think Naomi Baker has what it takes to become a major Hollywood actress?

Drop your opinion in the comments because I already know somebody has something to say!

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Martha Stewart on RHONY? Baby, It’s a YES From Me! 😂🍎

Okay, Bravo, now THIS is the kind of foolishness I can get behind!

I was watching The Real Housewives of New York City, and Martha Stewart popped into the mix, and baby… why was I immediately entertained?

I wasn’t expecting Martha to have me sitting there smiling, laughing, and thinking, “Wait a minute… why does this actually work?”

Because Martha Stewart is MARTHA STEWART.

We know her for cooking.

We know her for decorating.

We know her for entertaining.

We know her for making a dinner table look so beautiful that you’re scared to sit down and actually eat at it.

But Martha around the RHONY ladies?

Chile!

That is a completely different recipe.

And I’m eating it up.

MARTHA IS GIVING FRIEND OF THE SHOW ENERGY

I’m going to say it right now:

Martha Stewart is giving me honorary “Friend of the Housewives” energy.

LOL!

Now I’m not saying Martha needs to be holding an apple in the opening credits tomorrow morning. Let’s not get carried away.

But would I complain if she appeared every now and then?

Absolutely NOT.

Because there’s something funny about seeing somebody with Martha’s reputation and personality mixed into the Housewives universe.

RHONY is already built around New York personalities, money, fashion, social circles, friendships, arguments, dinners, events and women trying to figure out who said what about whom.

Then here comes Martha.

Calm.

Collected.

Funny.

And seemingly unbothered.

That contrast is what makes it entertaining to me.

Some Housewives enter a room like they have been rehearsing their entrance in the Uber for 45 minutes.

Martha can just show up and be Martha.

That’s enough.

SHE DOESN’T HAVE TO TRY SO HARD

And THAT is what I like.

Reality television has changed over the years.

Sometimes you can practically see somebody thinking:

“Okay, I need a viral moment.”

“I need a meme.”

“I need to start an argument.”

“I need to say something shady.”

“I need to throw a drink.”

“I need to storm away from the table.”

Baby, RELAX!

Sometimes the funniest reality television moments happen when people aren’t obviously trying to create reality television moments.

That’s what I enjoyed about Martha.

She has a natural presence.

She doesn’t need to scream across the restaurant.

She doesn’t need to toss a glass.

She doesn’t need to flip a table.

She doesn’t need to yell, “SECURITY!”

She can just sit there and say something with that Martha Stewart delivery, and somehow it becomes hilarious.

That’s a skill.

THE SHADE IS SERVED ON FINE CHINA

Martha’s kind of shade feels different.

It’s not paper-plate shade.

It’s not plastic-fork shade.

It’s not “we ran out of napkins at the barbecue” shade.

This is Martha Stewart.

The shade is being served on fine china with freshly cut flowers sitting in the middle of the table.

😂😂😂

She can say something completely calmly, and you’re sitting at home wondering:

“Wait… was that shade?”

YES!

I think it was!

And that’s my favorite kind.

You don’t always need to scream to read somebody.

Sometimes the quiet delivery makes it even funnier.

SHE FEELS RELATABLE IN A STRANGE WAY

This might sound crazy because Martha Stewart obviously lives a very different lifestyle than most of us.

But I still found her relatable.

Not necessarily because I’m waking up tomorrow morning to prepare a seven-course brunch in a kitchen bigger than somebody’s apartment.

Absolutely not.

I’m talking about personality.

There’s something relatable about somebody who has reached a point where they know who they are.

Martha has been famous forever.

She doesn’t need RHONY.

And THAT is exactly why she can be fun on RHONY.

There’s no desperation.

She doesn’t have to create a storyline.

She doesn’t have to worry about whether she’ll get another season.

She doesn’t have to suddenly invent an argument because the cameras showed up.

She can just participate, have fun and go home.

Meanwhile, the Housewives may still be discussing what happened three episodes later.

😂

MARTHA COULD WALK INTO THE RHONY REUNION AND CAUSE CHAOS

Now imagine Martha Stewart sitting at a RHONY reunion.

Andy Cohen turns toward her.

“Martha, what did you think when she said—”

Martha:

“I didn’t care.”

END SCENE.

😂😂😂

Commercial break!

Because sometimes that’s all you need.

Can you imagine everybody arguing for 20 minutes and Martha sitting there looking like she’s mentally planning tomorrow’s centerpiece?

Then somebody asks for her opinion.

Martha drops one sentence.

Everybody gets quiet.

THAT would be television.

RHONY NEEDS DIFFERENT TYPES OF PERSONALITIES

One thing I’ve always believed about reality television is that everybody cannot have the same personality.

If everybody is loud, nobody is loud.

If everybody is shady, the shade stops being surprising.

If everybody is fighting for camera time, eventually you can feel the competition through the television.

You need different energies.

You need the messy one.

You need the funny one.

You need the fashionable one.

You need the rich one.

You need the one who keeps receipts.

You need the one who forgets what she said five minutes ago.

And sometimes you need somebody like Martha Stewart who can float into the situation and completely change the energy.

That’s what makes an ensemble show work.

PLEASE DON’T OVERDO IT, BRAVO

Now here’s where I’m going to get a little shady.

Bravo, if people enjoy Martha, PLEASE don’t immediately overproduce the situation.

😂

You know how television works.

Fans like somebody for five minutes, and suddenly producers think:

“LET’S PUT THEM EVERYWHERE!”

No.

Sometimes less is more.

I Unfollowed After My Comments Kept Disappearing — If You Can’t Take the Heat, Get Out the Kitchen

Chile, sometimes you have to know when to hit that UNFOLLOW button and keep it moving.

I’ve been watching Tracy Jvmea’s The Gay Is Just Expecting on YouTube, and normally I enjoy hearing different opinions. That’s the whole reason I watch commentary channels in the first place. I don’t need everybody on YouTube agreeing with me.

Where would the fun be in that?

But something happened in the comments that rubbed me the wrong way.

The conversation was about celebrity stylist Law Roach, and I disagreed with what was being said about his career. From what I understood, the argument was basically questioning how big of a stylist Law really is because he doesn’t appear to be styling a huge number of celebrities at the same time.

And I thought:

Wait a minute. What does the number of clients have to do with whether somebody is successful at their job?

So I left a comment.

Nothing crazy.

Nothing threatening.

Nothing disrespectful.

I simply disagreed.

And apparently my comment disappeared.

So I commented again.

And from what I could see, that one disappeared too.

Now chile…

😂😂😂

At that point, I’m sitting there looking at my phone like:

“Are we having a discussion or are we holding auditions for the Yes Ma’am Choir?”

Because there is a difference.

LET’S TALK ABOUT LAW ROACH

My point about Law Roach was actually very simple.

Success as a stylist isn’t necessarily about having 25 celebrity clients running around Hollywood at the same time.

Sometimes having a smaller roster of major clients who continue working with you for YEARS says more about your talent than having 50 people who work with you once and disappear.

That was my argument.

You don't have to agree with it.

Tracy doesn't have to agree with it.

The audience doesn't have to agree with it.

But that's what makes a comment section interesting!

One person says:

“I don't think Law is all that.”

Another person says:

“Baby, Law is THAT GIRL.”

Then somebody else jumps in:

“Well, I like his work with this celebrity, but I didn't like that outfit he put on somebody else.”

Now we have a conversation!

That's what commentary is supposed to be.

Everybody doesn't have to sit around the internet nodding their heads like dashboard bobbleheads.

YES!

EXACTLY!

YOU'RE RIGHT!

I AGREE!

Chile, NO!

Sometimes I'm going to disagree with you.

And guess what?

Sometimes you're going to disagree with ME.

I DON'T EXPECT EVERYBODY TO AGREE WITH ME EITHER

I have been creating content myself for years.

I've done YouTube.

I've written blogs.

I've posted opinions.

I've talked about reality television, celebrities, music and entertainment.

People have disagreed with me plenty of times.

And some of them disagree LOUDLY.

😂

That's social media.

If you're putting opinions on a public platform, people are going to have opinions about your opinions.

Now obviously there are limits.

If somebody is threatening you, harassing you, using slurs or repeatedly attacking people personally, that's different.

Delete it.

Block them.

Protect your space.

But disagreement?

Baby, that's the INTERNET.

And my comment wasn't meant to attack Tracy personally.

I was talking about the SUBJECT.

Law Roach.

Fashion.

Styling.

Celebrity clients.

That's it.

THEN MY COMMENTS STARTED DISAPPEARING

Here's where I got irritated.

After posting my opinion, I noticed my comments weren't staying up.

I don't know exactly what happened behind the scenes. YouTube can filter comments, creators can moderate them, and sometimes comments disappear for reasons viewers don't know.

But from my side of the screen, I posted my opinion and then couldn't see it anymore.

So after it happened more than once, I made my decision.

UNFOLLOW.

Not because Tracy disagreed with me.

That's perfectly fine.

I unfollowed because I didn't see the point of continuing to participate in a community where I felt like my respectful disagreement wasn't welcome.

I'm 58 years old.

I'm not about to spend my afternoon fighting with a YouTube comment section.

😂😂😂

Baby, I have blogs to write.

Books to promote.

Videos to make.

Music to work on.

Reality TV mess to discuss.

I don't have time to keep reposting the same comment trying to figure out where it went.

IF YOU CAN'T TAKE THE HEAT…

There's an old saying:

If you can't take the heat, get out the kitchen.

And social media is definitely a kitchen.

Sometimes that kitchen gets HOT.

When you give strong opinions, somebody is going to challenge them.

That doesn't automatically mean the person is a hater.

Sometimes they just think you're wrong!

Imagine that!

😂

We have gotten into this strange place on social media where some people seem to think disagreement equals disrespect.

It doesn't.

I can disagree with your opinion and still watch you.

I can disagree with your fashion review and still like your personality.

I can disagree with your celebrity commentary and still think you're entertaining.

That's what adults do.

AND I'M NOT CALLING FOR ANYBODY TO ATTACK THEM

Let me make something VERY clear because the internet loves turning a disagreement into World War III.

I am NOT telling anybody to go over to Tracy's channel and attack anybody.

Don't do that.

This is simply me explaining my experience and my decision.

They have every right to run their YouTube channel however they choose.

And guess what?

I have every right to decide what I watch.

That's the beauty of the internet.

They can moderate their channel.

I can unsubscribe.

Everybody goes home happy!

😂

There are MILLIONS of YouTube channels.

If one environment isn't for me anymore, I move along.

No petition.

No protest.

No dramatic press conference.

Just:

CLICK. UNFOLLOW. GOODBYE.

AND I STILL STAND BY MY LAW ROACH OPINION

And after all of this?

I still stand by the original point.

I don't judge a stylist's success simply by counting how many celebrities they're styling this week.

Longevity matters.

Relationships matter.

Influence matters.

The work matters.

If somebody has clients who trust them enough to continue working with them over the years, that says something.

You can disagree.

That's okay!

See how easy that was?

Nobody had to delete anything.

😂😂😂

FINAL THOUGHTS

I didn't stop watching because somebody had a different opinion about Law Roach.

I stopped watching because after my comments repeatedly disappeared, I no longer felt like participating.

Simple.

No beef.

No war.

No campaign.

I just took my view somewhere else.

Because viewers have choices too.

Content creators decide what happens on their platforms, and viewers decide where they spend their time.

That's the relationship.

And sometimes the healthiest response isn't arguing for three days underneath a YouTube video.

Sometimes you simply say:

“This space isn't for me anymore.”

Then you hit unfollow and keep it moving.

Now I want to hear from YOU.

Have you ever unfollowed a YouTube creator because you felt like respectful disagreement wasn't welcome?

And what do you think about my original Law Roach argument?

Does a stylist need a huge list of celebrity clients to prove they're successful, or is having loyal, long-term clients enough?

Sound off in the comments.

Just remember:

We can disagree without deleting each other from the conversation.

And chile…

If my opinion is too hot for the kitchen?

I'll happily take my plate somewhere else. 😂🍽️

BLIND EYE: He Packed Up His Whole Life for Love?! Atlanta to the DMV — Chile, This Vlog Has Me STRESSED!

Chileeeee! 👀☕ I was minding my business, watching a vlog on YouTube, when suddenly I realized I wasn't watching a regular vlog anymore. Baby, I had accidentally tuned into Love & Hip Hop: U-Haul Edition!

Because WHAT is going on?!

Apparently, our good brother has himself a boyfriend. Yes, LOVE has entered the building! But here's the catch: we ain't seeing the boyfriend.

Sir?!

You telling us about the relationship. You're flying around for the relationship. You're packing boxes for the relationship. You're changing your whole ZIP CODE for the relationship...

But we can't see the man?!

Chile, at this point the boyfriend is giving "special guest star whose contract hasn't been finalized."

😂😂😂

Now, before anybody starts acting up in the comments, I'm not saying he HAS to show his boyfriend. Absolutely not. Everybody doesn't want their relationship plastered across YouTube, and keeping your partner private might actually be the smartest thing you can do.

But baby, you KNOW we're curious!

HE STOPPED WORKING?!

From what I understood watching the vlog, life apparently became overwhelming enough that he stepped away from working.

And that's where my auntie instincts kicked in.

Because relationships are cute.

Love is beautiful.

Romance is wonderful.

But them BILLS?!

Them bills don't give a damn about butterflies in your stomach!

The rent company isn't going to say, "Awwww, you're in love? Don't worry about this month."

The phone company isn't accepting kisses.

And the electric company definitely doesn't take "bae said he got me" as payment.

So I'm sitting there watching like:

Sir, what's the PLAN?!

Again, we only know what he's choosing to share online, so there could be plenty happening behind the scenes. But from a viewer's perspective, this storyline had me clutching my imaginary pearls.

ATLANTA TO THE DMV FOR LOVE?!

Now THIS is where the movie really started.

From what he shared, he's been traveling between Atlanta and the DMV area because of this relationship.

Do you know what popped into my head?

AIRFARE.

😂😂😂

Because baby, love might be free, but Delta, American, Southwest, Spirit and everybody else said:

"That'll be $387.42, please."

And LAST-MINUTE airfare?!

Chile!

You better love me from FaceTime until Tuesday when them prices come down.

I'm not paying emergency airfare every time somebody texts:

"I miss you."

I miss you too, baby.

See you on Zoom.

😂

Because flying back and forth for love can get EXPENSIVE. Tickets, bags, Uber rides, food at the airport—and you already know airport food acts like every chicken sandwich was personally prepared by Beyoncé.

That little romance trip can turn into a whole car payment.

AND HE'S ONLY ABOUT 29?!

I believe he said he's around 29 years old, although don't quote me on that unless he confirmed it himself.

And the boyfriend?

From the impression I got, I was wondering if the boyfriend might be older.

Now THAT immediately made me curious.

Not because there's anything wrong with an age-gap relationship. Two grown adults can do whatever works for them.

But I want the TEA.

How did y'all meet?

Who approached who?

How long were y'all talking?

When did you realize this was serious?

Who said "I love you" first?

And most importantly...

WHO suggested somebody MOVE?!

Because there's dating.

There's being exclusive.

There's meeting the family.

And then there's:

"Baby, go ahead and rent that truck."

Sir?!

We skipped approximately six episodes!

THEN HE PACKED EVERYTHING UP!

This is where I almost dropped my phone.

Because apparently our good brother didn't just visit.

He didn't just take another romantic flight.

Baby packed his belongings and headed toward the DMV!

I said:

OH, THIS IS SERIOUS SERIOUS.

Boxes coming out.

Furniture getting moved.

Life getting packed.

And unless my eyes deceived me, it looked like we had some kind of rental moving truck situation happening.

Chileeeee!

You know a relationship has reached another level when somebody is behind the wheel of a rental truck questioning every decision they've made since kindergarten.

😂😂😂

Driving hours with your whole life packed behind you?!

That's not dating anymore.

That's a relocation package!

And I hope this relationship WORKS because unpacking after moving for love has to hit differently.

Imagine getting into an argument three weeks later and looking over at those boxes you still haven't unpacked.

Baby, I'd be sitting on that box like:

"I drove HOW MANY MILES for this?"

BUT HERE'S THE THING...

Underneath all my jokes, I actually understand why somebody would do it.

When you really believe you've found your person, sometimes you take a chance.

Sometimes you leave what's familiar.

Sometimes you move.

Sometimes you start over.

Sometimes you say, "I'm going to see where this goes."

And at 29—or whatever his confirmed age is—you still have plenty of life ahead of you to make bold decisions.

Could it work?

Absolutely.

Could it become messy?

Absolutely.

That's LIFE.

My only hope is that he keeps something for himself.

Keep your independence.

Keep your goals.

Keep some money put away.

Keep your friendships.

Keep your identity.

And PLEASE have a backup plan.

Because love should add to your life—not become your entire life.

AND ABOUT THIS MYSTERY BOYFRIEND...

Now sir...

I'm going to respect the privacy.

I'm going to mind my business.

I'm going to let that man stay off camera.

BUT...

👀

You can't give me 14 clues and expect me not to become Detective Olivia Benson!

Don't show his face.

Fine.

But can we get an elbow?

A hand?

A silhouette?

A cough from the kitchen?

SOMETHING?!

😂😂😂

Because right now this boyfriend is giving Bigfoot with a good credit score.

Everybody keeps talking about him, but WHERE IS HE?!

FINAL THOUGHTS

This vlog had everything.

Love.

Mystery.

Airline tickets.

A major life change.

Packing.

Moving.

A rental truck.

And one invisible boyfriend somewhere in the DMV minding his business while I'm over here asking 72 questions.

But I will say this: moving your entire life for somebody is a BIG decision.

I hope he's happy.

I hope the relationship is healthy.

I hope the move gives him whatever fresh start he's looking for.

And most importantly...

I hope that rental truck had unlimited mileage!

😂😂😂

Because chile, LOVE IS LOVE...

But them mileage fees ain't playing with nobody!

Now I need to hear from YOU.

Would you pack up your entire life and move to another state for somebody you're dating?

Would you fly back and forth between Atlanta and the DMV for love?

And could you date somebody while keeping them completely OFF your YouTube channel?

Drop your opinion in the comments because I KNOW y'all got something to say!

And if you're enjoying my messy little commentary, make sure you share the blog, subscribe/follow, and come back for more reality TV, YouTube tea, pop culture gossip and my completely unnecessary—but highly entertaining—two cents.

Because apparently we're not just watching vlogs anymore.

We're watching MOVING TRUCKS! 🚚👀☕😂

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