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"GRITS"

by Jay Hayes

“GRITS” is a creative documentary telling the stories of life, joy, pain, loss, growth, faith and more.Jay Hayes host and narrates the last 7 months of his life, while having unfiltered conversations and swapping ideas with artists in Atlanta. This podcast was made unconventionally and intentionally.

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Episodes

  1. Manifestations w/ thefame

    I decided to end the podcast in a unconventional way. Here is a spontaneous call with my brother from S1 thefame. We sat and talked about all things art. Fame shares his perspective on God and life while I voiced my concerns of navigating the artist life in 2022.

  2. Me by Saint Michael

    The final story entry. Saint Michael discusses his personal thoughts and the conclusion to his outlook on the idea of being a man.

  3. Mariana Marquez

    My next guest is law school student, future lawyer and model Mariana Marquez. Mariana sits down to talk about coming to the America from Venezuela, her journey with model, her passion for law and her dreams of creating opportunities for all people.

  4. 25 Questions w/ Mariana Marquez ft Greyson

    Back! We wrap up the season with my next guest! Law student and model Mariana Marquez. We start it off with...you guessed it 25 Questions. Hear Mariana's favorite desert, holiday and what she wants to be remembered for.

  5. "Me" A Story by Christian Martinez

    Christian shares his story about "becoming". His openness and transparency bring you into his journey learning about himself. The story kicks off at the start of the pandemic. From there he took intentional time to and for himself. Thanks to this time he set aside time to learn more about who he...

  6. A Message from Elaina Quick

    Elaina shares her story, thoughts and encouragement around the topic of relationships. Elaina shares her views that combat the traditions that come from living in the South and the idea of women only being groomed for marriage. Elaina encourages anyone that listens to wait, not to settle and go…

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  7. 25 Questions with Aliana Glory

    My next guest all the way from Chicago is Alianna Glory! We kick off the episode with finding out that she's not a coffee person and her favorite Marvel movie.

  8. Aliana Glory

    Aliana Glory jumps on the Grits podcast to talk about her modeling career, PB & mayo sandwiches, creating the life you want, self love, expressing your feelings, empathy and living the artist life.

  9. Controversy Roulette with Madison Fletcher

    In all honesty I had no clue what I wanted to talk about so right before we recorded I came up with this creative game. "Controversy Roulette". Me and Madison Fletcher went back and forth choosing numbered flash cards with controversial topics behind them. We went back and forth giving our take…

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  10. Life Happens - Saint Michael

    Saint Michael shares the misconceptions surrounding him. He dives deeper into his ways of adapting, coping and protecting himself while weathering the storms of mental health.

  11. 25 Questions with Brandon Bailey

    It's Brandon Bailey's turn to answer 25 questions tailored to him! Brandon talks about relationships being a weakness and who's been the messiest person on him and his band's tour.

  12. Brandon Bailey

    My next guest! Nashville musician Brandon Bailey stops by in the middle of a big tour to discuss coming up with his dynamic band, musicianship, accountability amoungst band members, authenticity and moving on to better things.

  13. 25 Questions with Sarah Miguel

    We kick off Sarah Miguel's episode with a quick round of 25 Questions. Let's see how she does.

  14. Sarah Miguel

    Next guest is Sarah Miguel to discuss the Met Gala, Fashion, faith, being different, emotional health, spiritual awareness and passion in what you believe in.

  15. Present by Saint Michael

    Saint Michael shares his own story of self reflection with you and sharing his thoughts around the ideas of becoming.

  16. Jessica Bejinariu Pt. II

    Part II kicks off with Jessica going into her job as dancer, the sex industry, a wild story that got her on the news and the best generation to ever live.

  17. Jessica Bejinariu Pt. 1

    Season 2 kicks off with Jessica Bejinariu! Jessica sits down to talk all things controversial, a wild experience that landed her on the news, child hood upbringings, mental health, entrepreneurship, sex work and more.

  18. 25 Questions With Jessica Bejinariu

    Jessica Bejinariu dishes out her pet peeves, kick starter drinks, and more in a rapid fire 25 Questions.

  19. "Olivia Outro" ft. Olivia Calloway

    A spoken word piece about Love written by Nashville artist Olivia Calloway.

  20. "Aly Blair"

    Season finale caps off with Atlanta fitness instructor and motivator Aly Blair. Aly sheds light on fitness, getting in shape, dieting, her personal journey with fitness and building your internal world.

  21. "creating in the midst" "A Story by Thembi Wenyika"

    Oklahoma artist Thembi Wenyika shares a story about her journey about her diagnosis for bipolar disorder. She shares her experience, finding God in the midst of her self discovery and finding creative inspiration in bipolar disorder.

  22. "A Story by Tamara Cox"

    A 9 minute story by mental health advocate and the founder of the nonprofit brand Heard & Healed Tamara Cox. Tamara shares her story about a dark moment in her life which led to waves of depression, bouts with loneliness, deep ruminations on suicide and the struggle to be vulnerable even when it...

  23. "Kaelin Davis"

    Atlanta artist, fashion designer and owner of clothing line LXRY Apparel Kaelin Davis jumps on the podcast to talk about culture, fashion, and his latest LXRY drop

  24. "Abi Voightmann Pt.2"

    Part 2 of my conversation with Abi Voightmann.

  25. "A Story by Louis Peacock"

    Georgia native Louis Peacock shares a personal story about his journey with relationships, navigating a healthy life and putting yourself first.

  26. "Abi Voightmann Pt.1"

    Part 1 of my conversation with Chicago photographer Abi Voightmann. Abi talks about her journey as an artist, fashion photographer, inspiration, free thinking and the greatest of all time Kanye West.

  27. "Alexandria Lebel Pt.2"

    Part 2 of my conversation with Psych student and passionate idealist Alexandria Lebel. We swap opinions about politics, culture, today's society, the chaos of 2020, her personal journey with mental health and faith.

  28. "Alexandria Lebel Pt. 1"

    Part 1 of a conversation with Psych student and passionate idealist Alexandria Lebel. We swap opinions about politics, culture, today's society, the chaos of 2020, her personal journey with mental health and faith.

  29. "A Story by Mason Yang"

    Artist Mason Yang tells a story about deconstructing and reconstructing his faith, finding God, "church hurt, forgiveness and hope.

  30. "Val Davis"

    Atlanta musician, worship leader, artist and business owner Val Davis sits down to decompress 2021 while looking forward to 2022.

  31. "Eric Burelson"

    Content, Djing, Collaborating, Acting and Higher Education. Atlanta DJ Eric Burelson jumps on "GRITS" to talk all things creativity.

  32. "the fame"

    Pennsylvania artist and visionary "the fame" swings by to discuss navigating life, creative expression, pioneering, mental health and spirituality.

  33. "A Story By Alex Romero"

    Alex Romero talks about loss, memories, regret, insight, grief and healing as she shares a story about one of the most important people in her life.

  34. "Madison Fletcher"

    New Jersey spiritual guide, history teacher, horoscope enthusiast Madison Fletcher joins the podcast to discuss relationships, zodiac signs, accidentally getting COVID and more.

  35. "Ben Love"

    "Hurricanes" - a honest conversation about anxiety with California artist Ben Love.

  36. "Letter 2 U"

    I wrote this letter to you after sending a DM that I wish I never sent back in Long Beach. I promised to be honest. Especially now that you’re not here anymore. Link to the stupid letter in my bio This was uncomfortable to share.

  37. “Ah’Meer Holt”

    Atlanta entrepreneur and owner of Legendary Legacies clothing line Ah’Meer Holt sits to discuss Black Leadership, Black Trauma, pioneering, mental health and the importance of investing in yourself.

  38. "Intro"

    Welcome to “GRITS”

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

“GRITS” is a creative documentary telling the stories of life, joy, pain, loss, growth, faith and more.Jay Hayes host and narrates the last 7 months of his life, while having unfiltered conversations and swapping ideas with artists in Atlanta. This podcast was made unconventionally and intentionally.

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“GRITS” is a creative documentary telling the stories of life, joy, pain, loss, growth, faith and more.Jay Hayes host and narrates the last 7 months of his life, while having unfiltered conversations and swapping ideas with artists in Atlanta. This podcast was made unconventionally and...

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