Today we’re excited to be connecting with Aishia Deal again. If you haven’t already, we suggest you check out our prior conversation with them here.
Aishia, always such a pleasure connecting with you and thank you for sharing your stories, insights and inspiring messages with our community. We’re looking forward to getting the download and what you have been up to since our last interview, but first can you briefly introduce yourself to folks who might have missed the prior conversation.
I’m Aishia Deal, also known as A Pretty Big Deal. My passion for healthy communication and relationship safety led me to start as a Domestic Violence Counselor. That work inspired my podcast, “Sh*t Women Think About” which then opened the door to radio opportunities.
Alright, so our main goal today is to give our audience an update on what you have been up to since our last conversation. We’d love to hear how things are going and what you are most looking forward to or excited about these days.
I’m incredibly grateful to still be on air weekly in multiple cities, with even more opportunities on the horizon. Radio is truly my happy place—it’s where I get to do what I love, create meaningful content, and collaborate with some of the most talented Hosts and Executives in the industry. The joy of doing this work is truly priceless.
I’m also thrilled to finally be publishing my book! Writing a book has always been a dream of mine, and though people have encouraged me to do it for years, I never imagined I’d actually have the opportunity. It’s amazing how life takes you on a journey, and when you come through the other side, God says, “Now go tell the world how you made it!”—so that’s exactly what I’m going to do.
Lastly, giving back has always been at the core of who I am, a value instilled in me by my mother from a young age. Watching her build her nonprofit and witnessing her unwavering dedication to service has inspired me to launch my own initiative focused on educating teens about healthy versus unhealthy relationships. Through partnerships with city officials and youth organizations, I’m developing workshops—“Safe Love Starts with Respect” and “The Difference Between Love and Control”—to help teens recognize the signs of unhealthy relationships and foster stronger, healthier connections for the future.
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Alright, so let’s do something a bit more fast-paced and lighthearted. We call this our lightning round and we’ll ask you a few quick questions.
- Favorite Movie: Devil Wears Prada
- Favorite Book: Purpose Driven Life
- Favorite TV Show: Sex and The City
- Favorite Band or Artist: Usher
- Sweet or Savory: Savory
- Mountains or Beach: Beach
- Favorite Sport (to watch): Football (New Orleans Saints)
- Favorite Sport (to play): Tennis
- Did you play sports growing up (if so which ones): Basketball (but I never got off the bench) lol
- As a kid, what did you want to be when you grew up: Lawyer
- French Fries or Onion Rings: French Fries
- Chuck Rhodes or Bobby Axelrod: Neither
- Favorite Cartoon growing up: Care Bears
- Favorite Childhood movie: Alvin and The Chipmunks
- Favorite Breakfast Food: Corn Beef Hash & Eggs
What would the perfect day look like for you? Please give us as many details as possible.
My ideal day begins around 9 AM with a visit to my local coffee shop for a Brown Sugar Girl Latte. From there, I take a short 15-minute drive along PCH to Dana Point Beach. As I walk down the hill, I’m met with a breathtaking view—lush green grass cascading down to golden sand, with the vast ocean stretching beyond. I sip my coffee, watching surfers carve through the waves, usually with music playing softly from my phone. The beach is often empty, its shoreline extending endlessly, and the peace I feel in that moment is indescribable.
I’ll typically find a large rock to sit on, watching the ocean until hunger calls. Then, I’ll drive down Coast Highway to Urth Café in Laguna Beach for a bite to eat, maybe stopping by a couple of my favorite art galleries along the way. What makes this experience truly special is that I do it alone 98% of the time—it’s how I center myself. (That, and I’m usually last-minute and don’t have the patience to wait for anyone to get ready, if we’re being honest.)
At this stage in my life, if something doesn’t bring me peace, I have no desire to entertain it—including people. I fought hard to get to where I am today, and I know that if I lose my peace, I may never regain it. So, I protect it fiercely by staying close to my family and my trusted circle—and so far, that’s been working just fine.
Contact Info:
- Instagram: @aishiadeal
