I'm Really Her | EP. 34 | The DCMWG with Crazy Handz

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This week, Mona sits down with celebrity hairstylist Shakeya Miles, better known as Crazy Handz, for a conversation about the journey behind the woman and the brand. Shakeya opens up about building her career in celebrity hair, the determination that has kept her going, and why giving up has never been an option (7:00).

From there, the ladies connect over their individual weight-loss journeys (15:00) before diving into motherhood (16:20), Shakeya getting her dream home (29:00), and what it’s like raising children who have to navigate having popular parents (35:00). Shakeya also shares stories from her work with the legendary Patti LaBelle (26:40) before opening up about her brother being incarcerated (30:45).

Trigger Warning (33:50): The conversation then shifts into domestic violence as Shakeya speaks candidly about her previous relationship with her ex-husband, what it meant to heal in front of the public (48:25), and the impact of him returning after they had been apart for two years—especially on their children (54:35). She reflects on finally choosing herself (1:01:00), while Mona offers a powerful reminder that parents have to be mindful because their children will remember what they see and experience (1:06:35).

The conversation takes a lighter turn as Shakeya gives an update on her new dating life (1:12:50), before they close things out with everybody’s favorite dose of chaos: The Dark Side of the DM (1:20:00) and telling fans how they can support her journal release. ------------------------ For everything CrazyHandz visit ------------------------- The DCMWG Hotline:302-599-9446 Send us your VM or Text, we may call you back on an episode of Callin’ All Cousins or share your story on WWDD! Either way, tap in Cousins! ------------------------- Watch on YouTube at - Listen on Apple Podcasts at - Listen on Spotify Podcasts at - ------------------------- Follow The Family: Mona - @DontCallMeeWhiteGirl Phelps - @PhelpsJugo Zack - @zjames_rhc Ebonie - @iammsdukes Joey - @joeys_definition Jermaine - @obscuredObscene CONTENT WARNING: DOMESTIC VIOLENCE This episode of DCMWG contains conversations about domestic violence, abusive relationships, and trauma that may be difficult or triggering for some viewers.

DCMWG encourages anyone experiencing domestic violence or abuse to seek support. Help is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week through the National Domestic Violence Hotline.

CALL: 1-800-799-SAFE (7233) TEXT: START to 88788 If you are in immediate danger, please call 911. Please watch and listen with care.

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