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Muse & Mastery

Muse & Mastery

Written by: Aliya Cheyanne
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Hosted by Aliya Cheyanne, Muse & Mastery is a digital sanctuary for creative thinkers, makers, and seekers. Each episode explores how we can live, create, and evolve in alignment with our purpose.

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  • I Know A Guy: How Adam Guy Built A Business On Connection | Ep. 101
    Apr 6 2026

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    In this engaging conversation, Adam Guy shares his transformative journey from a successful career in nonprofit marketing and fundraising to founding I Know A Guy NYC Tours. He discusses how the COVID-19 pandemic prompted him to reevaluate his career and take the leap into entrepreneurship. Adam emphasizes the importance of connection, authenticity, and storytelling in his work, as well as the joy he finds in creating meaningful experiences for his guests. He offers valuable insights on navigating career changes, the power of word-of-mouth marketing, and the magic of New York City.

    Thank you for tuning in for our season finale of Muse & Mastery!

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    More from Adam:

    • Book a tour with Adam at I Know A Guy NYC Tours
    • Find Adam on IG at @iknowaguynyc and on Facebook at I Know A Guy NYC Tours

    Interested in becoming a NYC tour guide? Check out:

    • The Trip School
    • Big Apple Greeter

    Things to do:

    • Lewis Latimer House
    • The Cafe at Cornell Tech on Roosevelt Island
    • Broadway lovers, grab a tour by Broadway Up Close with Tim Dolan

    Related Episodes:

    • How Stepping Out of Your Comfort Zone Transforms Your Life | Ep. 36
    • Allowing Your Purpose to Evolve: How to Embrace Change with Grace | Ep. 60
    • Get In, Love. We're Kissing Imposter Syndrome Goodbye. | Ep. 61
    • Your Purpose Isn't Fixed—It's Okay When Your Path Changes | Ep. 75

    Theme Music:
    She No Dull Beat by Nana Kwabena
    Festivities in Belize by RAGE Productions

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    52 mins
  • 87 Years of Wisdom: A Legacy Conversation with Granny | Ep. 100
    Mar 30 2026

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    Episode 100 is a celebration, but it’s also something more permanent: a legacy conversation with my granny, Adassa Brown, recorded on her 87th birthday trip to Hawaii while a massive storm rolls in outside our window. Between laughter, tenderness, and a few hard truths, we slow down long enough to capture the kind of family history most of us mean to record “someday” and then never do.

    We talk about her childhood in Jamaica, what it meant to grow up with less, and how a rough upbringing shaped her shyness and strength. She remembers the people who raised her in all the quiet ways that matter, from her grandmother to cousins and friends whose names still live in her memory. We also get into her dreams of becoming a teacher and an agriculturist, her love of gardening, and the pride that comes from building a life through education, work, and community.

    Then the conversation turns toward the wisdom only time can sharpen: how to tell who’s sincere, what love teaches when it doesn’t last, and why honesty and being true to yourself is non-negotiable. She shares what keeps her grounded through hard seasons, including prayer, silence, reflection, and learning to care for yourself without losing your kindness.

    If you’ve been thinking about family legacy, intergenerational healing, telling stories that matter, or simply how to live a meaningful life, this one is for you. Listen, share it with someone you love, and if it moves you, subscribe and leave a review so more people can find this story.

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    Checkout my piece on Substack: The Feminine Urge to Create - No One Warned Me About This Kind of Grief: Reflections on time, aging, and loving deeply

    Theme Music:
    She No Dull Beat by Nana Kwabena
    Festivities in Belize by RAGE Productions

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    Enjoy the episode?
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    Watch full interviews here on YouTube!

    Join me over on Substack!

    Check out my favorite brands and snag a discount!

    Grab a guided journal here!

    Are you a creative, solopreneur or entrepreneur who’d like to be featured on Muse & Mastery? Let me know here!

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    46 mins
  • Expungement Made Simple: Lowering Barriers with AI ft. LegalEase Co-Founder, Roger Roman | Ep. 99
    Mar 23 2026

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    In this conversation, Roger Roman, co-founder of LegalEase, shares his journey from a young lawyer to an entrepreneur focused on empowering individuals to handle their own legal matters, particularly expungements. He discusses the inspiration behind LegalEase, the role of AI in simplifying the expungement process, and the importance of community partnerships. Roger emphasizes the challenges of work-life balance for entrepreneurs and the legacy he hopes to leave through empowerment and accessibility in the legal field.

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    More from Roger:

    • Follow Roger Roman on LinkedIn
    • Visit legalease.com for expungement support
    • Follow @getlegalease on IG

    Episode Resources:

    • The Clean Slate Initiative
    • Accelerators for Founders: Techstars, Y Combinator, Slauson & Co.’s Friends & Family

    Episodes Mentioned:

    • Dream, Rest & Play ft. Colored Girls Liberation Lab Founder, Jennifer Roberts | Ep. 26
    • Mastering AI: Exploring the Creative Frontier for Entrepreneurs | Ep. 38
    • A Free Woman's Journey to Love & Liberation: In Conversation with EbonyJanice Moore | Ep. 51
    • Culture, Afrofuturism & Ethical AI ft. Minista Jazz | Ep. 55
    • Overcoming Fear to Unleash Your Entrepreneurial Vision ft. Kat Sterling | Ep. 56
    • Archiving Black Legacies ft. The Luster Company Founder, Dominique Luster | Ep. 84

    Support the show

    Enjoy the episode?
    - Share it with friends!
    - Send us Fan Mail!
    - Rate & review the podcast!

    Follow @museandmasterypod on your favorite SM platforms!

    Watch full interviews here on YouTube!

    Join me over on Substack!

    Check out my favorite brands and snag a discount!

    Grab a guided journal here!

    Are you a creative, solopreneur or entrepreneur who’d like to be featured on Muse & Mastery? Let me know here!

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    1 hr and 5 mins
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