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Send us Fan Mail There are things that happen in life that you do not talk about right away. Maybe because you are still figuring it out. Maybe because it feels too personal. Maybe because you did not even know what to call it until later. Salisha is getting into one of those things today. In this episode, you'll hear about: A chapter of her journey she almost kept to herself and why she is glad she did notThe guilt that crept in after and the reminder that you are not to blameHow one unexpected moment completely changed the way she thought about her futureWhat it is really like to trailblaze a new life chapter when everyone around you is still on a different pathPerforming on stage every single month when the world said it was not possibleThe Beyonce reminder that every decade can be your primeThe one internal shift that changed absolutely everythingYou are not alone in this. You are stronger than you know. And you are more capable than you have been giving yourself credit for. CHAPTERS [00:34] The story she almost did not tell[01:10] The feeling before she even knew[02:19] The day everything became real[03:36] The blog post and the flood of responses she did not expect[04:29] The guilt that follows and why it is not your fault[05:05] The moment that changed how she felt about everything[05:39] A brand new chapter begins[06:31] Being the first in your friend group to go there[07:29] On stage every single month and why that still blows her mind[08:29] If Beyonce has taught us anything every decade can be your prime[09:41] You are more capable than you have been giving yourself credit for[10:34] The internal shift that changed everything@salishathomas @thesalishashow, www.thesalishashow.com Many thanks to Gotham Network in NYC, TyNia Brandon for writing and laying vocals down for the updated theme song and Big Red Studios for the intro video wherever you watch the latest season of The Salisha Show!

Send us Fan Mail You have started something. Maybe it was a book, a business, a creative project, a dream you put on the back burner because life got in the way. Salisha is here today with a question that might sting a little. What would happen if you actually finished it? In this episode, you'll hear about: Why finishing what you start creates a momentum that time itself cannot ignoreThe guilty pleasure that taught Salisha everything she knows about follow throughWhat happened when she read You Are a Badass and felt a feeling she was not proud ofThe books sitting on her shelf that she wrote but never published and what that taught herWhy your idea is not just yours to keep sitting onThe difference between starting something and seeing it all the way through to the endThe vision starts in the mind. The work backs it up. But the magic? The magic is in the follow through! CHAPTERS [00:54] The importance of finishing what you start[01:35] The guilty pleasure that explains everything[02:22] What if you finished every project you ever started?[03:28] When life gets in the way and you just kind of stop[04:33] The law of momentum and what happens when you show up every day[05:45] Success is in the follow through[06:46] I could have written that book but I didn't[07:37] Stop coulda shoulda woulda and do the work[08:13] If God gives you an idea act on it or watch someone else do it@salishathomas @thesalishashow, www.thesalishashow.com Many thanks to Gotham Network in NYC, TyNia Brandon for writing and laying vocals down for the updated theme song and Big Red Studios for the intro video wherever you watch the latest season of The Salisha Show!

Send us Fan Mail You have cracked a code. You are aligned, you are motivated, you are feeling like yourself. And then you walk into a room and something shifts. Salisha is mulling over one of the most important questions she has ever asked out loud: how do you protect that energy and bring it into every space you enter? In this episode, you'll hear about: What it means to crack a code in your life and why protecting that momentum is everythingThe Broadway Backstage vs. Arkansas family visit comparison that perfectly explains energy environmentsWhy New York City gave Salisha the freedom to finally become who she always wasThe goldfish analogy that will change how you think about the environments you allow yourself to be inWhy being a whole vibe is not just a flex but a responsibilityWhat pageants taught Salisha about showing up as the best version of yourselfMain character energy: what it is, why it matters, and how to stop letting spaces influence you instead of the other way aroundYou are not here to play a supporting role in your own life. You are the main character.  CHAPTERS [00:21] Nine months pregnant and out of clothes but still showing up[00:41] Have you ever cracked a code in your life?[01:44] When your good energy meets a completely different environment[02:52] Broadway backstage energy vs. visiting family down south[03:44] Why NYC gave Salisha the freedom to be herself[05:30] How to protect your momentum when you enter a different space[07:04] If you are a whole vibe it is your duty to fill the room with it[08:12] Reading the room and letting the brightest vibe win[09:00] The goldfish analogy and what it says about your environment[09:54] Be intentional about the spaces you allow yourself to be in[10:55] What pageants taught Salisha about staying competition ready[12:09] What would your 8 year old self say about where you are today[12:45] Main character energy and stepping into your power unapologetically@salishathomas @thesalishashow, www.thesalishashow.com Many thanks to Gotham Network in NYC, TyNia Brandon for writing and laying vocals down for the updated theme song and Big Red Studios for the intro video wherever you watch the latest season of The Salisha Show!

Send us Fan Mail A new year is around the corner and Salisha is doing what she does every year: taking inventory, setting intentions, and asking the hard questions. But this time, she's not doing it alone. She's inviting you in. In this episode, you'll hear about: Why Salisha built the Glow Up Society on Skool and what you can actually get from joiningThe 90-day Glow Up course coming in the new year and what accountability really looks like week to weekWhat the High Vibe Tribe is and why it's different from mentorshipWhy you have to be very selective about who you share your dreams withThe reminder that a bomb life is built on failures, not just winsAnd the one thing her best friend told her that changed everythingWhat is it that you want this year, if you could just shut off the noise for a second? You only have to get it right once. CHAPTERS [00:00] Intro & Welcome to The Salisha Show [00:37] A baby is coming and a new year is almost here [01:14] Taking inventory: what Salisha accomplished this year [02:09] Introducing the Glow Up Society on Skool [03:58] The Be a 10 course and the 90-day Glow Up [05:36] Why having a family changed how Salisha thinks about community [06:18] High Vibe Tribe: the mastermind for people in the trenches [07:00] The question only you can answer: what do you actually want? [08:00] Why you have to protect your dreams and who you share them with [10:26] You only have to get it right once Join THE GLOW UP SOCIETY Follow The Salisha Show IG & Salisha's IG @salishathomas @thesalishashow, www.thesalishashow.com Many thanks to Gotham Network in NYC, TyNia Brandon for writing and laying vocals down for the updated theme song and Big Red Studios for the intro video wherever you watch the latest season of The Salisha Show!

Send us Fan Mail Salisha is pulling back the curtain on one of her most personal and most powerful yearly rituals. Every Christmas season, she sits down and does something most people would never admit to: she ranks her friendships. Not out of judgment, but out of self-preservation, clarity, and love. In this episode, you'll hear about: What the A-List, B-List, and Sh*t List actually mean and why having one changes everythingHow a lonely stretch on tour with Beautiful: The Carol King Musical inspired this whole practiceWhy Salisha writes two versions of her Christmas letter every year and what the A-List version actually sounds likeThe chapter in her book Why Be a 9 When You Can Be a 10 that covers the VIP ListHow this annual ritual helps her evaluate friendships, celebrate new ones, and quietly release the ones that no longer serve herYou don't need to announce the list. You don't need to tell anyone they're on it. You just make it and feel the shift. CHAPTERS  [00:00] Intro & Welcome to The Salisha Show[00:45] The origin story: a lonely night on tour and a question that changed everything[01:36] Introducing the A-List, B-List & Sh*t List[02:26] What it really means to be on someone's A-List[03:10] The two Christmas letters: the edited version vs. the real one[05:07] How Salisha evaluates friendships every year at Christmas[06:37] Why keeping this list private is part of the power[07:37] The A-List test: who picks up, who texts back, who shows upEpisode Recorded at: Gotham Production Studios, Midtown Manhattan @salishathomas @thesalishashow, www.thesalishashow.com Many thanks to Gotham Network in NYC, TyNia Brandon for writing and laying vocals down for the updated theme song and Big Red Studios for the intro video wherever you watch the latest season of The Salisha Show!

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of The Salisha Show, Salisha shares a vulnerable and empowering reflection on what it truly means to be ready for your dreams. Broadcasting from Gotham Production Studios in New York City while nearly nine months pregnant, Salisha opens up about building the life she always imagined while navigating motherhood, creativity, and the unpredictable path of a performer. From Broadway stages to writing her book Why Be a 9 When You Can Be a 10, Salisha reflects on the mindset shifts that helped her stop waiting to be discovered and start creating opportunities for herself. This conversation explores the power of visualization, authenticity, and preparing yourself for the life you say you want. In this episode, Salisha talks about • The question that changed how she approaches her dreams • Building a creative ecosystem while pregnant • Writing and publishing her book Why Be a 9 When You Can Be a 10 • Creating mentorship spaces for young women • Moving from a Broadway-only income model to multiple creative avenues • Why embracing your uniqueness is the real secret to confidence As performers and creatives, it can be easy to wait for permission or recognition. But Salisha reminds us that the real shift happens when you start building the life you want before anyone is watching. If your dream showed up tomorrow, would you be ready? @salishathomas @thesalishashow, www.thesalishashow.com Many thanks to Gotham Network in NYC, TyNia Brandon for writing and laying vocals down for the updated theme song and Big Red Studios for the intro video wherever you watch the latest season of The Salisha Show!

Send us Fan Mail This week, Salisha shares the ultimate New York story that perfectly captures her love hate relationship with the city. From a rat falling from the ceiling during a double date in Harlem to unexpected celebrity encounters in elevators and on sidewalks, Salisha reflects on the chaos, magic, and possibility that define life in New York City. In this solo episode, Salisha talks about  • The restaurant moment that traumatized her  • Why New York looks scarier on TV than it feels in real life  • Running into legends like James Earl Jones, Cicely Tyson, Carol King, and Hugh Jackman  • The surprising kindness of New Yorkers  • Why this city allows you to reinvent yourself  • Finding gratitude even in uncomfortable seasons This episode is about more than a wild restaurant story. It is about place, identity, and becoming who you are meant to be. New York can kick you across the face. And somehow, it can still be the place where your dreams unfold. CHAPTERS: 00:41 Pregnancy in New York City during the summer 02:31 The Harlem double date gone wrong 04:16 The rat falls from the ceiling 06:04 The mass exodus and trauma pour 08:45 Sharing an elevator with James Earl Jones 11:46 Why New York lets you become who you really are @salishathomas @thesalishashow, www.thesalishashow.com Many thanks to Gotham Network in NYC, TyNia Brandon for writing and laying vocals down for the updated theme song and Big Red Studios for the intro video wherever you watch the latest season of The Salisha Show!

Send us Fan Mail This week, Salisha shares a powerful realization about hair, identity, and what it really means to show up fully in the audition room. After taking a commercial class in New York City, a simple question from a casting director shifted the way she saw herself. What started as a conversation about a wig turned into a deeper reflection about confidence, perception, and the subtle ways performers sometimes hide parts of themselves without even realizing it. In this solo episode, Salisha talks about • The unspoken politics of hair in audition rooms • The difference between choosing a look and hiding behind one • How embracing her natural hair changed her confidence • Broadway’s evolving relationship with authenticity • Why being fully yourself can influence how others receive you This episode is a reminder that sometimes the shift is not about changing your talent. It is about changing how you see yourself. When you stop hiding and start choosing intentionally, you may realize you were more than enough all along. CHAPTERS 01:41 Commercial class and unexpected feedback 03:29 The casting director’s honest perspective 05:05 Hiding versus choosing intentionally 05:51 Broadway’s shift toward natural authenticity 08:02 Accepting yourself and being cast as you @salishathomas @thesalishashow, www.thesalishashow.com Many thanks to Gotham Network in NYC, TyNia Brandon for writing and laying vocals down for the updated theme song and Big Red Studios for the intro video wherever you watch the latest season of The Salisha Show!

Send us Fan Mail This week, Salisha sits down with Miss New Hampshire USA, MonaLesa Brackett, for a powerful conversation about faith, resilience, and making history on one of the biggest stages in the country. From competing as a teen in Brooklyn to stepping onto the Miss USA stage at 36, MonaLesa shares the full-circle journey that led her to represent not only her state, but women around the world who have ever felt different, overlooked, or counted out. In this episode, MonaLesa talks about • Competing in pageants as a hijabi woman and redefining representation • Training, fundraising, and preparing for Miss USA in just two weeks • Losing her mother and fighting a seven-year legal battle • Why it is never too late to pursue your dream • Building a real estate business that serves the homeless • Walking away from misaligned relationships and trusting God’s timing This conversation is about more than crowns and titles. It is about alignment, faith, and having the courage to show up exactly as you are. MonaLesa reminds us that your journey does not expire. Your dream does not have a deadline. And sometimes the life you are meant to live is more beautiful than you could have ever imagined. CHAPTERS 02:16 Competing in pageants from Brooklyn to Miss USA 08:27 Facing pushback and redefining representation 11:36 The international support that changed everything 16:26 The work behind Miss USA and the reality of preparation 24:09 It is never too late to start over 29:01 Building a real estate business to house the homeless 37:56 The prayer that changed her life @salishathomas @thesalishashow, www.thesalishashow.com Many thanks to Gotham Network in NYC, TyNia Brandon for writing and laying vocals down for the updated theme song and Big Red Studios for the intro video wherever you watch the latest season of The Salisha Show!

Send us Fan Mail This week, Salisha shares some of the worst auditions of her career and the lessons they taught her about resilience, timing, and trusting the process. From cracking on high notes to singing the wrong material in the wrong rooms, Salisha walks through real moments from her journey as a performer. She reflects on rejection, self-doubt, and the long road that led from countless no’s to booking her first Broadway show. In this solo episode, Salisha talks about • Why bad auditions are part of the path and not a failure • Learning your voice, your type, and your timing • How rejection can sharpen clarity rather than crush confidence • Trusting yourself even when doors keep closing • Why one yes can change everything This episode is a reminder for artists, creatives, and anyone building something meaningful that progress is rarely linear. Sometimes the path forward is paved with moments that feel messy, uncomfortable, and discouraging. And sometimes those moments are exactly what prepare you for the right opportunity. CHAPTERS 01:38 Why bad auditions happen to everyone 04:14 Singing the wrong song in the wrong room 06:31 When silence in the room says everything 09:48 Cracking on a Broadway audition 12:03 One yes that changed everything @salishathomas @thesalishashow, www.thesalishashow.com Many thanks to Gotham Network in NYC, TyNia Brandon for writing and laying vocals down for the updated theme song and Big Red Studios for the intro video wherever you watch the latest season of The Salisha Show!

Send us Fan Mail This week on The Salisha Show, Salisha sits down with Broadway and West End powerhouse Marisha Wallace for an honest and grounding conversation about what it really takes to sustain a life in theatre. From early mornings outside the Actors’ Equity building to starring in iconic productions like Cabaret, Marisha shares the realities of carrying success once the dream arrives. She opens up about leaving New York during a pivotal moment in her life, finding creative freedom abroad, and returning to Broadway with a deeper sense of self, discipline, and purpose. Together, they explore • What changes after you finally make it • The mental and emotional weight of visibility • Why ensemble work builds resilience • Protecting your voice and your body in demanding seasons • Reimagining success beyond applause This conversation is a reminder that success on stage is only part of the journey. The inner work required to hold it is just as important. CHAPTERS  00:02:10 Early Broadway experiences and ensemble life 00:11:18 Leaving New York and listening to intuition 00:17:41 Carrying the pressure of being the lead 00:21:10 Discipline, strength, and protecting your instrument 00:29:26 Identity, growth, and reimagining classic roles 00:37:13 Redefining success beyond the spotlight Check out Marisha's Album! https://www.amazon.com/Live-London-Marisha-Wallace/dp/B0FDGY4T3B Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marishawallace/ @salishathomas @thesalishashow, www.thesalishashow.com Many thanks to Gotham Network in NYC, TyNia Brandon for writing and laying vocals down for the updated theme song and Big Red Studios for the intro video wherever you watch the latest season of The Salisha Show!

Send us Fan Mail On this week's episode, Salisha pulls back the curtain on what Broadway auditions are really like. From crowded open calls filled with anxiety and anticipation to calm, appointment-only auditions with casting teams who already know your work, Salisha shares firsthand experiences from both sides of the audition process. Here, she walks listeners through the differences between open calls and agent appointments, what it feels like to step into rooms with completely different energies, and how learning to take up space changed the way she showed up as an artist. She also reflects on the moment she stopped playing it safe in auditions and chose to take a risk that paid off. Salisha explores • The reality of Broadway open calls versus appointments • How energy in a room can affect your performance • Why taking up space matters more than rushing • What happens when you stop choosing the safe option • How being yourself can be the most powerful audition choice This episode offers an honest look at the audition process and a reminder that casting rooms are not about being perfect. They are about being present, prepared, and unapologetically yourself. CHAPTERS 01:04 Gratitude and life update 02:18 What Broadway auditions are really like 04:40 Open calls versus agent appointments 07:28 Taking risks instead of playing it safe 10:53 The real lesson behind callbacks and rejection @salishathomas @thesalishashow, www.thesalishashow.com Many thanks to Gotham Network in NYC, TyNia Brandon for writing and laying vocals down for the updated theme song and Big Red Studios for the intro video wherever you watch the latest season of The Salisha Show!

Send us Fan Mail This week on The Salisha Show, Salisha Thomas shares one of the boldest and most surprising decisions she has ever made and how it became the unexpected turning point that led her toward meeting her husband. Before Andrew, there was someone she cared for deeply, someone who kept her close without offering clarity or commitment. After years of confusion, chemistry, and unanswered questions, Salisha made a choice that defied logic. She wrote him a full 250-page love letter disguised as a memoir and mailed it to him. In this candid solo episode, she reflects on • The emotional toll of waiting for someone who would not choose her • How writing the book became the moment she finally released herself • The freedom that comes from receiving closure, even when it is not the answer you hoped for • How making space opened the door to recognizing her true partner • Why letting go of an illusion allowed her to see what was real • The reminder that holding onto the wrong person can keep you from the right one Salisha’s story is a testament to listening to your inner wisdom, making difficult decisions, and trusting that clarity always creates space for what is meant for you. CHAPTERS00:29 The craziest decision she ever made 01:18 Years of chemistry and confusion 02:27 Writing a 250-page love letter 03:49 His response and instant clarity 06:01 How letting go made space for real love 07:14 Closing thoughts Episode Recorded at: Gotham Production Studios @salishathomas @thesalishashow, www.thesalishashow.com Many thanks to Gotham Network in NYC, TyNia Brandon for writing and laying vocals down for the updated theme song and Big Red Studios for the intro video wherever you watch the latest season of The Salisha Show!

Send us Fan Mail This week on The Salisha Show, Salisha Thomas sits down with Rachel Christopher, the incredible actress redefining magic on Broadway as Hermione Granger in "Harry Potter and the Cursed Child." Rachel shares stories about her creative journey, her experiences stepping into iconic roles, and the impact of representation in the wizarding world. From her time in groundbreaking productions like "For Colored Girls" and "Jaja's African Hair Braiding" to her current Broadway success, Rachel opens up about the artistry and challenges behind her performances. Recorded as part of the Gotham Network, this episode celebrates the magic of storytelling, resilience, and diverse perspectives in theater. Special thanks to Gotham Network NYC, TyNia Brandon, and Big Red Studios for their continued support in bringing these conversations to life. Don’t miss this inspiring and heartfelt episode! #harrypotterrepresentation #diversityincasting #blackhermionebroadway #rachelchristopher #musicaltheaterinterviews CHAPTERS: 00:00 - Intro 01:40 - Welcoming Rachel Christopher 03:50 - Harry Potter and the Cursed Child 08:40 - Hermione Granger Character Analysis 14:04 - Hermione’s Hair Journey and Evolution 16:34 - Finding Depth in Character Development 21:03 - British Accent Lesson Tips 23:05 - Motivation and What Keeps You Going 27:28 - Managing Multiple Responsibilities Effectively 31:50 - Importance of Diversifying Your Income Streams 32:40 - The Power of Saying No 33:40 - Building Self-Faith and Confidence 34:20 - Wrapping Up and Final Thoughts @salishathomas @thesalishashow, www.thesalishashow.com Many thanks to Gotham Network in NYC, TyNia Brandon for writing and laying vocals down for the updated theme song and Big Red Studios for the intro video wherever you watch the latest season of The Salisha Show!

Send us Fan Mail This week on The Salisha Show, Salisha Thomas opens up about one of the most personal and transformative chapters of her life: her decision to wait until marriage and what that long journey taught her about patience, purpose, and trusting divine timing. From growing up in a strict and faith-filled household to navigating college, touring, dating, and the pressures and teasing of others, Salisha shares the emotional reality behind choosing to wait and the strength it took to honor her own values. In this vulnerable and deeply human solo episode, she reflects on • What waiting actually looked like through her teens, college years, dating seasons, and touring life • The misconceptions and judgments she faced from others • What it meant to stay true to herself even when the world told her she was behind • The moment she had a powerful vision that shifted everything • How meeting her husband Andrew confirmed what alignment really feels like • Why timing, energy, and self-respect matter more than timelines She also shares encouragement for anyone waiting for love, career breakthroughs, self-growth, or clarity. Her message is that waiting is not weakness. Waiting is alignment. Waiting is trust. And what is meant for you will not miss you. CHAPTERS  00:22 What waiting really means 00:57 Growing up in a strict and faith-centered household 02:29 Purity, promise rings, and early beliefs 03:42 College, independence, and questioning old rules 05:16 Touring, dating, and the teasing she endured 07:27 Why the choice still mattered to her 07:59 The vision that changed everything 09:08 Meeting Andrew and knowing instantly 10:14 What alignment feels like 11:09 Lessons on patience, timelines, and self-worth 13:00 The loneliness and strength behind choosing to wait 14:07 Why waiting sometimes means not settling 15:33 You are not behind 16:00 Final encouragement and closing Episode Recorded at: Gotham Production Studios @salishathomas @thesalishashow, www.thesalishashow.com Many thanks to Gotham Network in NYC, TyNia Brandon for writing and laying vocals down for the updated theme song and Big Red Studios for the intro video wherever you watch the latest season of The Salisha Show!