Beyond The Basics

Kicking off this season looking through the lens of NFL sports broadcaster for the Chargers, Hayley Elwood. Previous host of the NFL Draft & Super Bowl, Hayley is here to share her story with us on what life has looked like for her on and off camera over the years. From starting her younger years in the world of competitive dance to getting the praise she does for her work on the field interviewing now, Hayley has an abundance of information to share when it comes to public speaking, relationships, personalities, her day to day on and off the field, & all about the female broadcasters who paved the way for her and many other women today. Topics Include:-Dance and how she applied what she learned in her younger years and applied it to her career today.-Relationships and opportunities, and how the 2 work together to bring you an abundance of each.-Changes within teams and staff and how it affects her in her role.-How to spice up her interview questions when she interviews some individuals multiple times.-How the women before her helped shape the trajectory of her career.-Making each interview feel unique and special to the person she is talking to.-The differences between speaking on and off camera, and what kind of "vert" (intro or extro) she believes she is.-And why being nervous doesn't make you a bad public speaker, maybe even the opposite.Please support Beyond The Basics by following & rating the podcast wherever you choose to listen and following @_beyondthebasics on Instagram to stay up to date with upcoming episodes! If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to comment with your favorite takeaway and what you loved most. To apply or refer someone to be a future guest on the podcast, visit my website https://www.studioderive.com/contact.Interested in becoming a sponsor of the podcast? Send us an email or DM of why you think your company would be a great fit for our listeners. We can't wait to hear from you!

Joining the podcast today is someone Cameron highly looks up to in the health and wellness industry. Her very own massage therapist, Tommy Hammond, is discussing far more than a relaxing spa day. As wonderful and beneficial as it is to treat yourself and find ways of relieving stress, Tommy is someone who takes a session with you to help find you solutions to better your life and manipulate your tissue so your body can function at its optimal level. With a background in sports therapy, a specialty in physical manipulation, and commitment to continue to evolve his understandings and discover more about both the male and female anatomy, he has now created a fully packed lineup of clients due to his knowledge on such disregarded topics and his ability to share these discoveries with other individuals. In today's episode, Tommy covers the following topics:1. What it looks like to unlearn and relearn different perspectives on the body.2. Why he believes scientists and leaders in the industry are leaning into a more holistic approach.3. The Shoe Analogy - how overall simple solutions have been overlooked and what bigger issues they can cause4. Tommy's discoveries, one in particular being with the female body. We discuss visceral manipulation and what it is, why many people women have never heard of this, and what benefits it can provide for our bodies.5. How trauma and stress affect our bodies and if it is true that we can hold onto some of this in the soaz muscle which could then affect the viscera.6. What kind of inventory can & should we be taking when an injury happens so that we don't rely too much on other muscles or areas of the body to make up for the lack of another.7. The new culture mentality of we'll hustle until we're dead. Why there is a problem with this way of thinking and the non immediate effects that take place when making this a daily habit.8. & Why he thinks society still hasn't recognized people without a “significant title” next to their name as notable?Please support Beyond The Basics by following & rating the podcast wherever you choose to listen and following @_beyondthebasics on Instagram to stay up to date with upcoming episodes! If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to comment with your favorite takeaway and what you loved most. To apply or refer someone to be a future guest on the podcast, visit my website https://www.studioderive.com/contact.

In this week's episode, we are going to be talking through the buzzy topic of breathwork and cold plunging with certified coach Tim Lozinik. From his early career moments as a hockey player and 15 years as a firefighter, he quickly found that illnesses had creeped up on him and had fully affected his lifestyle and wellbeing. With a goal of mind body alignment at the forefront of his mind, Tim has now found himself living a life of euphoria and has been able to bring other people the same feeling through the power of breathwork and cold plunge coaching.In this episode Tim will be discussing topics & answering the questions around:1. How to breathe correctly and it's importance.2. The benefits of breathwork and cold plunging.3. Why alternative ways of healing, such as breathwork and cold plunging, have had so many positive effects on individuals with rare diseases and autoimmune disorders.4. What happens to our bodies before, during, and after doing a cold plunge.5. Things to be mindful of when doing breathwork and cold plunges for the first time, alone or in a class.6. Who breathwork practices and cold plunges are for / are not for.Today's episode is brought to you by Kiaura Eyewear. Inspired by the clean lines and precise detail we find in some of the most famous architecture we see today, Kiaura brings vintage luxury to a whole new level. Made from shatterproof polarized lenses, resilient acetate frames, and 100% biodegradable materials this eyewear is something we like to consider sustainably luxurious. For 20% off your order, go to kiauraeyewear.com and use code BTB20 at checkout to  see life through a new lens.Please support Beyond The Basics by following & rating the podcast wherever you choose to listen and following @_beyondthebasics on Instagram to stay up to date with upcoming episodes! To apply or refer someone to be a future guest on the podcast, visit my website https://www.studioderive.com/contact.

On today's episode, we have career mindset coach, Hanna Carroll, helping us transform your entrepreneurial self doubt & fear into clarity and confidence! Hanna is a ball of sunshine if I were to describe her myself, but others may know her for her ability to bring individuals solutions for their business through her health driven and well rounded approach and outlooks on life.We are covering topics on getting thrown into entrepreneurship, feeling fearful of financial instabilities, escaping imposter syndrome, leaning into business coaching and the advice they can provide you, as well as the neuroscience behind trauma and how they show up and affect us in our aligned careers.Hanna is offering all Beyond The Basics listeners a special BONUS/FREEBIE. By clicking the link below you can access her specialized training on eliminating self doubt & regaining your confidence. Approx. 30 minutes. https://hanna-carroll.mykajabi.com/positiveprooflistToday's episode is brought to you by Kiaura Eyewear. Inspired by the clean lines and precise detail we find in some of the most famous architecture we see today, Kiaura brings vintage luxury to a whole new level. Made from shatterproof polarized lenses, resilient acetate frames, and 100% biodegradable materials this eyewear is something we like to consider sustainably luxurious. For 20% off your order, go to kiauraeyewear.com and use code BTB20 at checkout to  see life through a new lens.Please support Beyond The Basics by following & rating the podcast wherever you choose to listen and following @_beyondthebasics on Instagram to stay up to date with upcoming episodes! To apply or refer someone to be a future guest on the podcast, visit my website https://www.studioderive.com/contact.

Are you ready to unpack some tough realities when starting a business, pitching to companies, leading retreats.....OH and the affects our health care system has on our lifestyles? Well in today's episode, Sofiya Stasiv is peeling back her own layers and sharing her story when starting her business to help better other people's life.From the background and perspective of a nurse, Sofiya quickly saw the reality behind Western Medicine and how it did not match up with her core values. What she did find, was a new opportunity to holistically guide other risk takers by providing them with adventures and teaching them how to cultivate a liberating lifestyle.We cover the following topics:-Biggest realizations and struggles with Western Medicine after switching to a more holistic position.-Health insurance and the role it plays on our society.-Breaking societal "convenient" habits.-How her core values shaped her business and ultimately brought success.-Pitching to companies that align strongly with your core values.-Leading a retreat and taking a leap of faith with something you've never done before.Today's episode is brought to you by Kiaura Eyewear. Inspired by the clean lines and precise detail we find in some of the most famous architecture we see today, Kiaura brings vintage luxury to a whole new level. Made from shatterproof polarized lenses, resilient acetate frames, and 100% biodegradable materials this eyewear is something we like to consider sustainably luxurious. For 20% off your order, go to kiauraeyewear.com and use code BTB20 at checkout to  see life through a new lens.Please support Beyond The Basics by following & rating the podcast wherever you choose to listen and following @_beyondthebasics on Instagram to stay up to date with upcoming episodes! To apply or refer someone to be a future guest on the podcast, visit my website https://www.studioderive.com/contact.

In this episode, host Cameron Johnson is taking the floor by herself and leading you through a conversation on Design & hot topics that have been running through her mind lately. Over the last year, she has done research on the topic of design as an experience and the impactful role it plays in all of our lives without realizing it. And as part of her shared research, she is putting you up to a task to help you design the home, life, or even wardrobe of your dreams.Cameron also mentions her most frequently asked question is "what is it that you do exactly and how does the design process look when working with an interior designer". So you can definitely expect a quick but detailed version of what to expect out of the design process itself.Other topics covered throughout the episode are:-How to style luxuriously without breaking the bank, even through dupes of known and loved products.-How to take the phrase "Fake it til you make it" and turn it into something more worthwhile.-How to protect your boundaries and priorities-Her 2 Fun Fact Finishers, and prepare yourself because the first one might make your stomach turn....Today's episode is brought to you by Kiaura Eyewear. Inspired by the clean lines and precise detail we find in some of the most famous architecture we see today, Kiaura brings vintage luxury to a whole new level. Made from shatterproof polarized lenses, resilient acetate frames, and 100% biodegradable materials this eyewear is something we like to consider sustainably luxurious. For 20% off your order, go to kiauraeyewear.com and use code BTB20 at checkout to  see life through a new lens.Please support Beyond The Basics by following & rating the podcast wherever you choose to listen and following @_beyondthebasics on Instagram to stay up to date with upcoming episodes! To apply or refer someone to be a future guest on the podcast, visit my website https://www.studioderive.com/contact.

We all know first impressions are a huge deal in our personal and professional worlds, but have you ever thought of the value it can hold on your home? Investing in your property's value is HUGE and Steve Griggs is sharing all about how his decades of experience & artistic sensibility felt within all of his designs, has led him to be known for building extraordinary landscapes from pools, waterfalls, tennis courts and all the in between. With work featured in notable sources such as Forbes, Business Insider, The Wall Street Journal, and his very own Best Seller Straight Dirt: New York City's Premier Designer Tells It Like It Is, Steve is "digging" into this conversation and discussing all the juicy details involving project proposals; what to expect and think about before beginning your own home project, how clear communication between clients leads to the utmost respect and referrals once the project is complete, and how dealing with unexpected challenges only makes you a strong business owner in the end.Today's episode is brought to you by Kiaura Eyewear. Inspired by the clean lines and precise detail we find in some of the most famous architecture we see today, Kiaura brings vintage luxury to a whole new level. Made from shatterproof polarized lenses, resilient acetate frames, and 100% biodegradable materials this eyewear is something we like to consider sustainably luxurious. For 20% off your order, go to kiauraeyewear.com and use code BTB20 at checkout to  see life through a new lens.Please support Beyond The Basics by following & rating the podcast wherever you choose to listen and following @_beyondthebasics on Instagram to stay up to date with upcoming episodes! To apply or refer someone to be a future guest on the podcast, visit my website https://www.studioderive.com/contact.

Thought about starting a business? Small business owner starting to hire a team? Or already have a business but need to pivot or rebrand to find something that fits your company more organically? Well in today's episode with creative brand and web designer, Jen Davis of Hello June Creative, we cover all the grounds when it comes to setting yourself up for success in your business in regards to authentic branding & mission statements that make your company identifiable amongst others, positioning yourself in your industry so you can organically sell yourself, stepping into managerial positions for the first time and hiring a team, and the steps to take when planning a summer sabbatical.Today's episode is brought to you by Kiaura Eyewear. Inspired by the clean lines and precise detail we find in some of the most famous architecture we see today, Kiaura brings vintage luxury to a whole new level. Made from shatterproof polarized lenses, resilient acetate frames, and 100% biodegradable materials this eyewear is something we like to consider sustainably luxurious. For 20% off your order, go to kiauraeyewear.com and use code BTB20 at checkout to  see life through a new lens.Please support Beyond The Basics by following & rating the podcast wherever you choose to listen and following @_beyondthebasics on Instagram to stay up to date with upcoming episodes! To apply or refer someone to be a future guest on the podcast, visit my website https://www.studioderive.com/contact.

Talking about our health can often be daunting and stressful, and often the thought of it can make us feel uneasy. But today's guest, Ashley Ihemelu, is here to teach us the power of resilience through overall wellness & mindful practices and make the topic of health easy to digest.Ashley is covering topics on foundational health and creating a line of defense for our bodies when illnesses arise, what bioresonance scans are and the benefits they bring when uncovering hard to discover diseases & inflammation, the importance of finding balance in your life and how it can affect your overall well being, and looking within when chronic illnesses develop in our bodies. Today's episode is brought to you by Kiaura Eyewear. Inspired by the clean lines and precise detail we find in some of the most famous architecture we see today, Kiaura brings vintage luxury to a whole new level. Made from shatterproof polarized lenses, resilient acetate frames, and 100% biodegradable materials this eyewear is something we like to consider sustainably luxurious. For 20% off your order, go to kiauraeyewear.com and use code BTB20 at checkout to  see life through a new lens.Please support Beyond The Basics by following & rating the podcast wherever you choose to listen and following @_beyondthebasics on Instagram to stay up to date with upcoming episodes! To apply or refer someone to be a future guest on the podcast, visit my website https://www.studioderive.com/contact.

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to take a year off in your 20's to travel the world? Rachael Levine, aka Tripping Millennial is here today to share her story about taking an “adult” gap year to pursue her dreams of traveling all over 13 countries.In this first episode of Season 2, we discuss the challenges and cost - emotional & physical - of what it took Rachael to leave her existing life and job in the US, what pulled her to make this decision in the first place, how her career in finance helped leverage her travels, and what top tips & advice she has now a year later to share to make this kind of opportunity available to YOU too.Rachael opens up about some of her most asked questions and is sharing some of the wildest things that happened during her time away. Learn more about the Tripping Millennial we know today and how she took a leap of faith to create memories that will last a lifetime!Today's episode is brought to you by Kiaura Eyewear. Inspired by the clean lines and precise detail we find in some of the most famous architecture we see today, Kiaura brings vintage luxury to a whole new level. Made from shatterproof polarized lenses, resilient acetate frames, and 100% biodegradable materials this eyewear is something we like to consider sustainably luxurious. For 20% off your order, go to kiauraeyewear.com and use code BTB20 at checkout to  see life through a new lens.Please support Beyond The Basics by following & rating the podcast wherever you choose to listen and following @_beyondthebasics on Instagram to stay up to date with upcoming episodes! To apply or refer someone to be a future guest on the podcast, visit my website https://www.studioderive.com/contact.

Can you believe it!? Season 1 is officially in the books for Beyond The Basics! How time flies when you're having fun!In this episode, Cameron is recapping everything she discussed with her guests in the lifestyle, business and design industries as well as talking about some key points and advice on the lessons she learned and the challenges she experienced as a first time podcaster. She is also diving into what you can expect from Season 2... & get ready, cause it's gonna be even better!If you have ever been interested in being a guest or know someone you'd like to hear be a guest on Beyond The Basics, please reach out at https://www.studioderive.com/contact and fill out the podcast inquiry form. If you would like be a Sponsor in Season 2, please reach out at the same link.

Todays guest is a genius when it comes to the world of lighting and she's here with me today to share everything she knows about implementing her tricks into our everyday lives. Growing up in Tijuana, then moving away at a young age to study architecture in the US, Midory has paved a unique path for herself in the design industry. From bathrooms and large hospitals, to community engagement in impoverous cities and global lighting designs, her well rounded experience has lead her to be a wealth of knowledge on the subject. In this episode, Midory is answering questions about how lighting affects our moods during different times of the day, why lighting should always be layered, and the benefits natural and artificial lighting can have on someone's overall health.Please support Beyond The Basics by following & rating the podcast wherever you choose to listen and following @_beyondthebasics on Instagram to stay up to date with upcoming episodes! To apply or refer someone to be a future guest on the podcast, visit my website https://www.studioderive.com/contact.

As many of you know, travel has become a worldwide luxury topic, now that it is back and booming from the times of the pandemic. But when it comes to actually planning a vacation there is often a level of stress and disorganization that comes along with planning. Here with me today are Coabi Kastan & Jan Seale, the founders of OOO, an app developed to bring ease to the consumer as a way to optimize your travel experience based on the trusted recommendations of others you love & know. From unfulfilling jobs & unorganized google sheets, to now pitching their company to investors and allocating millions of dollars in funding, the women behind OOO are disrupting the travel industry and creating a space for everyone to travel with comfort, satisfaction, & lack of difficulty. Listen to the episode as we talk about how Coabi & Jan developed the OOO app from scratch, what key business tips they learned at prior companies that they've now utilized in their own, what partnerships we can expect to see with OOO, and how important the network within the app is to the company and user as a whole.Please support Beyond The Basics by following & rating the podcast wherever you choose to listen and following @_beyondthebasics on Instagram to stay up to date with upcoming episodes! To apply or refer someone to be a future guest on the podcast, visit my website https://www.studioderive.com/contact.

Happy early Galentines Day // but really shouldn't we be celebrating our gals everyday? Well that's exactly why Beyond The Basics needed a moment with some of our host's favorite gals!Prepare for a women-4-women empowering episode with 2/3 of host Cameron Johnson's lifelong besties, Kendall Stewart & Sarah Hernandez. The girls are discussing the importance of strong friendships, keeping your girls close when it comes to dating boys, and what it truly means to be an exceptional friend!It's time to grab yourself a drink & listen to this fun filled episode of the girls reflecting on some of their favorite moments together, why they all believe they have stayed strong through the years - even when it meant having challenging conversations, & the crucial pillars that undeniably need to be present in any friendship.

Get ready to combine an entrepreneurial spirit with relaxation(Can you believe thats even 2 words that would go together?) in this episode with coastal contemporary artist, Billy Pease. As a local San Diego artist, Billy discusses how the nature of the California sky & coast have helped ease his stress through art while working in his past career in software engineering. Since COVID, Billy has pivoted to spend more time developing his business creating art that soothes the soul in the beautiful city of Solana Beach.In this episode, we discuss the process of developing art during different seasons, the ways in which designers & individuals can best work with Billy to create commissioned one-of-a-kind pieces, as well as the importance or color, location, & lighting when working with and installing art.Please support Beyond The Basics by subscribing & rating the podcast wherever you choose to listen and following @_beyondthebasics on Instagram to stay up to date with upcoming episodes! To apply or refer someone to be a future guest on the podcast, visit my website https://www.studioderive.com/contact.

I think it's fair to say everyone knows at least one photographer or has worked with one before - Yes? Photography has been known for being a saturated industry, but in this episode, Joanne Distaso is telling us about how she niched and found a unique opportunity working with kids to photograph their milestone years.Jo has been in the photography business for the last 16 years doing everything from self portraits to large weddings, but if there's anything she's learned and ready to give advice on - it's finding your specialty. Growing up in the same town she now owns her business, she discusses the challenges she's faced starting from scratch after leaving what she thought was her dream job in pharmaceutical sales, how she strategically plans out her business year-to-year, and the way's which she's learned to set boundaries along the way.With a mission to meet cool people, take cool photos, and make people happy, Jo has embodied what it means to make someone feel confident in front of the camera and authentically represent themselves.Please support Beyond The Basics by subscribing & rating the podcast wherever you choose to listen and following @_beyondthebasics on Instagram to stay up to date with upcoming episodes! To apply or refer someone to be a future guest on the podcast, visit my website https://www.studioderive.com/contact.

Have you ever dreamed of what your life will look like 3 years from now? Had a dream so close in reach but your thoughts were too unorganized to reach it? Or just a dream... and it ended with a simple thought because you felt you lacked the knowledge or wisdom on how to make it come true?Kelsey Murphy is a life & business coach sharing her best kept tips on how you can reach your wildest dreams with a few simple steps. Featured in media outlets such as Business Insider, Huffington Post, Laure Conrad, & Forbes, Kelsey Murphy is paving the way for individuals looking to live their fullest and most successful lives. In this episode, you can expect to hear Kelsey's thoughts on creating a routine while setting attainable goals for yourself, big picture thinking when it comes to manifesting your dream life, and talking about the simple steps you can take to become the most successful and fulfilled version of yourself.Let's just say this is one of those episodes I highly suggest setting the mood; pull out your notebook, grab a glass of wine(or whatever you prefer to drink), and imagine all life's possibilities.Please support Beyond The Basics by subscribing & rating the podcast wherever you choose to listen and following @_beyondthebasics on Instagram to stay up to date with upcoming episodes! To apply or refer someone to be a future guest on the podcast, visit my website https://www.studioderive.com/contact.

In today's episode with teacher, author, and prop stylist, Robin Zachary, we have an in depth conversation about working in a creative industry while remaining intentional and authentic, reaching a very wide and broad group of people. Robin is nothing short from a success when it comes to still life styling. From an early career in art & creative directing for magazines, to teaching at FIT, to writing her book, Styling Beyond Instagram, Robin is here to share all about her experiences and well rounded knowledge.In this episode you can expect to takeaway helpful tips for working with a photographer when it comes to styling for a shoot,`do's and don'ts for all industry beginners, benefits to having a branded yet diversified niche, and how Instagram has affected the world of photography and styling.Please support Beyond The Basics by subscribing & rating the podcast wherever you choose to listen and following @_beyondthebasics on Instagram to stay up to date with upcoming episodes! To apply or refer someone to be a future guest on the podcast, visit my website https://www.studioderive.com/contact.

It's one thing to be passionate about a topic that helps others, but creating an entire Non-Profit Organization from the ground up to help raise awareness and funds for that passion takes it to a whole new level. In this episode, Meghan Decker, younger sister to Tyler Decker, discusses how she launched Tyler's Tribe after her brother (26 at the time) was diagnosed with ALS.Finding the beautiful within the not so beautiful has been Meghan's way from the beginning. She talks about the challenges in starting the NPO Tyler's Tribe, while also discussing the benefits that come with having one. She helps raise awareness about what ALS is, the treatments currently available, and how we can all be part of this organization. Listen to this episode and learn more about how Meghan takes matters into her own hands by being such a light in this community and giving people the resources they need to help get involved to find a cure for this horrible disease. If you would like to support and become part of Tyler's Tribe to #WipeOutALS , follow @tylerstribefoundation on social media, visit the website https://www.tylerstribe.com/, and donate to help raise money for new treatments and a cure. If you or someone you know is fighting this battle yourself, with a friend, or loved one, Tyler's Tribe is a great community to get involved in and Beyond The Basics will continue to support in any way we can!Tyler, we are fighting with you my friend! Please support Beyond The Basics by subscribing & rating the podcast wherever you choose to listen and following @_beyondthebasics on Instagram to stay up to date with upcoming episodes! To apply or refer someone to be a future guest on the podcast, visit my website https://www.studioderive.com/contact.

In today's short episode, Cameron takes on a solo conversation about her current IN's and OUT's within design. Going into detail on her opinions on what trends or design characteristics are her favorites, she hopes to help others elevate their space and make it feel more luxurious.With a designer's eye into the future, her IN's could be beneficial to your next remodel, and her OUT's might just make you rethink the placement and purchases of other items. Either way, this episode is meant to provide an opportunity for Cameron to open up more on her thoughts on design and how they might be able to help others.Please support Beyond The Basics by subscribing & rating the podcast wherever you choose to listen and following @_beyondthebasics on Instagram to stay up to date with upcoming episodes! To apply or refer someone to be a future guest on the podcast, visit my website https://www.studioderive.com/contact.

She's a mom, a licensed esthetician, a health and life coach, sugaring educator, Reiki master, business coach, human design reader/strategist, yoga teacher, and let's just say the list goes on. Mailette Lopez is living out her passion and making moves in the beauty and wellness industry. Her multi-hyphenate and successful lifestyle has not gone unnoticed and her achievements are highly impressive.Mailette has created a space for other females to grow their confidence using her wisdom, knowledge, and many years building businesses from the ground up, several of them growing to be over six figures. In this episode, Mailette goes beyond the basics of how she found success in the busy world we live in, her journey finding multiple businesses, the struggles of working in the beauty industry, and what's to come for her most recent project, The Rebel Collective.Please support Beyond The Basics by subscribing & rating the podcast wherever you choose to listen and following @_beyondthebasics on Instagram to stay up to date with upcoming episodes! To apply or refer someone to be a future guest on the podcast, visit my website https://www.studioderive.com/contact.

Finding a place & moving in with your loved one isn't always easy...but take it from host, Cameron & her boyfriend & today's guest, Dylan Canepa, when they say you can make it happen more smoothly with a few simple steps.It can be expected that when 2 individuals move in together that there will be many opinions on the way something should look and feel. In this episode Cameron & Dylan reflect on their experience moving in together over the last few months and how communication was key during the process. They discuss the importance in understanding priorities within a space and what they will be used for as well as those non-negotiables when looking for a home. Let me repeat that - Non-Negotiables, those deal breakers that help you choose a space that best fits the both of you. Successfully finding a balance between the masculinity and femininity within your home can be difficult, so for us having conversations about color palettes, styles, and the things we disliked most were important in order to make the design process a breeze. Please support Beyond The Basics by subscribing & rating the podcast wherever you choose to listen and following @_beyondthebasics on Instagram to stay up to date with upcoming episodes! To apply or refer someone to be a future guest on the podcast, visit my website https://www.studioderive.com/contact.

Are you a home owner looking to improve your home before selling? A first time home buyer? Or even someone looking to get into the real estate field? Well then this episode is just for you!Lucas Arias, real estate agent based out of Los Angeles, is sharing his knowledge and experiences with you to keep you updated with the most updated trends in real estate, gaining the confidence to sell million dollar homes, and how architecture & design can positively impact your home when buying & selling.In this episode we go into detail on what it looks like working with a team of agents, the challenges you might face getting started in the real estate industry, and finding a passion that allows you to push yourself out of your comfort zone.Please support Beyond The Basics by subscribing & rating the podcast wherever you choose to listen and following @_beyondthebasics on Instagram to stay up to date with upcoming episodes! To apply or refer someone to be a future guest on the podcast, visit my website https://www.studioderive.com/contact.

She's getting her hands dirty... or should we say she's got her hands in the clay? Ava Thobe, co-founder of Glazed Garage and prior owner of Jaye Swim, is here to give you motivation to get your small business started and help you turn your passions into products. We've all experienced imposter syndrome when it comes to creating a business, but Ava is here to get you to step out of your comfort zone and Just Do It! From creating her own swimwear line, to curating one-of-a-kind handmade ceramics with her mother, her experiences owning small businesses are enlightening and strengthening our mindsets around running a product based business.In this episode we go into the importance of collaborating with other like-minded business owners, reminding yourself that what you create doesn't have to be unprecedented, and finding the beauty in giving something the space it needs in order for it to be successful.Please support Beyond The Basics by subscribing & rating the podcast wherever you choose to listen and following @_beyondthebasics on instagram to stay up to date with upcoming episodes! To apply or refer someone to be a future guest on the podcast, visit my website https://www.studioderive.com/contact.

Ever wondered what goes on behind the scenes when designing for celebrities? Or how designers get the perfect shot when filming or photographing a space? Well Jesie is here to share all her wisdom when it comes to the above and more. Jesie is a styling genius who knows all the tips and tricks there are to know when it comes to anything relating to production design and prop styling. Managing the Production Design team for Living Spaces, Jesie has been able to partner with celebrities such as Nate Berkus & Jeremiah Brent, as well as The Property Brothers.In this episode we go into detail on where Jesie sources her unique items for photoshoots, creating illusions behind the camera to make something look just right, finding inspiration in a job that keeps you on your feet for 12+ hours a day, and espresso martinis...which are definitely needed after those long days.Please support Beyond The Basics by subscribing & rating the podcast wherever you choose to listen and following @_beyondthebasics on instagram to stay up to date with upcoming episodes! To apply or refer someone to be a future guest on the podcast, visit my website at https://www.studioderive.com/contact.

Get to know Kaitlin Ortega, the branding queen behind both this podcast & Studio Dérive, as we talk about what it's like being business owners in creative industries & why quality design matters from a website & branding perspective. Learn about what it took for her to get started with her business, Above Design Studio, and tips on how she stays organized balancing a busy work/life schedule. Not only has Kaitlin set the bar high for other designers with her own unique & sophisticated style, she has also opened up to share her knowledge with us all on her own podcast, The Entrepreneursip. Support this podcast by subscribing wherever you choose to listen and follow @_beyondthebasics on instagram to stay up to date with upcoming episodes! To apply to be a future guest on the podcast, visit my website at https://www.studioderive.com/contact. 

Learn all about Cameron in this solo episode, as she takes you through her life growing up as a creative and ultimately turned it into her career as an Interior Designer, business owner, & host of Beyond The Basics. Get to know more about what you can expect from the podcast and how each episode's goal is to motivate, inspire, & help you gain knowledge around all things design, lifestyle, & business.Every other week Cameron will be interviewing other professionals who will help share their story and discuss how going from simple, to sophisticated has changed their life & how it can change yours too.Tune in for our next episode with business owner of Above Design Studio & podcast host of The Entrepreneur Sip, Kaitlin Ortega, as she discusses her life as a brand creative.

Welcome to The Interior Design & Lifestyle Podcast. This is Beyond The Basics hosted by Cameron Johnson owner of Studio Dérive Interior Design.