I Am Charlie: The Teenage Years

I Am Charlie: The Teenage Years

by Marishka Phillips

Sexuality TV & Film

Season 1

I Am Charlie The Teenage Years: Season 1 - Episode 1 - Trailer

Welcome to I AM CHARLIE: THE TEENAGE YEARS, a powerful new scripted podcast series that gives voice to a young woman’s journey of self-discovery, culture, and courage. Meet Charlene “Charlie” Reaves, a 15-year-old Jamaican-American girl growing up in a world where identity and expectation collide. Through laughter, heartbreak, and resilience, Charlie learns to navigate her dreams, her family, and the truth of who she is — even when her culture tells her not to be. Told through the lens of Grown-Up Charlie, whose sultry, poetic voice narrates from the future, we’re taken on a raw and intimate journey of growth, love, and liberation. This trailer offers a glimpse into Charlie’s world — her voice, her family, her struggles, and her triumphs — inviting you to experience a story that is honest, heartfelt, and deeply human.

Ep. 001 Allow Me To Introduce Myself: Scene 1 - High School Classroom + Talkback

Episode 1 - I Am Charlie: The Teenage Years - Allow Me To Introduce Myself - Scene 1 Including a Talkback & Discussion Creator/Director Marishka S. Phillips sits with producer, Bradford "Jazzy" Smith and influencer Cece Hendricks of Remote Reviews w/ Cece, to introduce the podcast and unpack episode 1, scene by scene. We start this scene 1. We will introduce our main characters Charlie, Grown-up Charlie, G.O., Junior, Cyndy and our Narrator. Listen along as we find our connections and journeys through the events of Charlie's life. We invite you to comment and share. Looking forward to connecting with you.

Ep. 002 Allow Me To Introduce Myself: Scene 2 - High School Hallway + Talkback

Marishka, Cece and Bradford listen, unpack and discuss scene 2.

Ep. 003 Allow Me To Introduce Myself: Scenes 3 and 4 - The Train to Coney Island + Talkback

In This episode, Marishka, Cece and Braford unpack scenes 3 and 4. The trio Charlie, Junior and George ride the Brooklyn bound f train from Queens to Coney Island. We invite you to comment and submit your experiences.

Ep. 004 Allow Me To Introduce Myself: Scenes 5 and 6 - Nathan's Hotdog Stand and Cyclone Rollercoaster + Talkback

Charlie, Junior and George enjoy the Nathan Hot dogs and Cyclone Rollercoaster. Then, Marishka, Cece and Bradford share their thought and experiences.

Ep.005 Allow Me To Introduce Myself: Scene 7 - Cotton Candy Stand + Talkback

Cotton Candy Stand where Charlie meets her first secret crush. Marishka, Cece and Bradford reveals their 1st crush.

Ep.006 Allow Me To Introduce Myself: Scene 8 - At the Arcade + Talkback

Our trio Charlie, Junior and George are in the arcade. The boys are in competition. Charlie waits patiently. Marishka, Cece and Bradford unpacks and relate.

Ep.007 Allow Me To Introduce Myself: Scene 9 - Wonderwheel + Talkback

This is the final scene of our Pilot Episode. Listen as Marishka, Cece and Bradford close us out. Credits included. And ready yourself for Episode 2!!!

I Am Charlie: The Teenage Years - Lawrence St. Victor

Marishka the creator of the series, does a 2 part interview with Lawrence Saint Victor. He plays Charlton Reaves Senior, Charlie's dad. You can view full interviews on our YouTube channel iamcharlie - YouTube

Cultural Divide

Charlie is suspicious about where Junior got all of his money. When she arrives home to investigate, she bust Junior and her girl crush Cynthia ( Cyndy) in his room together. Cyndy does not understand their Jamaican Culture. Please Like, Share, Comment and Subscribe. We need your support. There is also a Donate Button if you want to see us continue. Also seeking Sponsorship!! Email us at: Charlie.theseries@gmail.com Thank you!

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