In this episode of Thank You for Saying NO, comedian and actor Keith Johnson opens up about some of his NO moments in comedy and how those rejections became essential turning points in his journey. Keith shares how redirection helped him fine-tune his voice and lean into a style that feels authentic to who he is. Through humor, honesty, and a deep respect for the process, Keith reminds us that NO isn’t the end of the story—it’s often where the real work (and joy) begins.

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Special Guest Keith Johnson @keithjohnsonhq

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Intro and Outro Music by Mike Scully @Mikescullymusic

Songs Power, Juice, and Strut by Iyla @iyla

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In this episode of Thank You For Saying NO, I sit down with the incredible Teri Weinberg—visionary TV producer behind The Office, Ugly Betty, and The Tudors—to talk about the power of rejection, reframing failure, and staying true to your creative voice. From career-changing NOs to moments of doubt and breakthrough, Teri shares the lessons that shaped her journey from NBC executive to founder of her own production company. Her wisdom on trusting yourself, navigating setbacks, and leading with authenticity is a masterclass in resilience.

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Special Guest Teri Weinberg @teriweinberg

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Intro and Outro Music by Mike Scully @Mikescullymusic

Songs Power, Juice, and Strut by Iyla @iyla

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In this heartfelt episode of Thank You for Saying NO, Dania Ramirez shares the deeply personal journey behind her greatest transformations—from growing up in the Dominican Republic to navigating moving to New York at a young age to traveling to India in search of healing. Dania reflects on writing her book, facing creative blocks, and sitting with rejection have ultimately brought her closer to her purpose Through it all, Dania reminds us that clarity often comes after chaos, and that every “no” is a powerful invitation to rediscover who we truly are.

Going to therapy is a sign of strength, not weakness. BetterHelp makes therapy simple, with 10% off your first month to help you get started: https://betterhelp.com/https://betterhelp.com/thankyouforsayingno. (Sponsored by BetterHelp)

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Hosted by @miss_kenyaaaaa

Special Dania Ramirez @daniajramirez

Cover Art by @emmaporter.world

Intro and Outro Music by Mike Scully @Mikescullymusic

Songs Power, Juice, and Strut by Iyla @iyla

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