An exploration of the intersection of creativity, wellness, and entrepreneurship with Raye Zaragoza & Erica Elan. New episode every Tuesday!
artists, wellness, conversations, love, thank, great.
Listeners of Create Well Podcast that love the show mention: raye, erica,It's the finale!!! Here we are at the end of season four with a casual chat about the reality of networking, finding people in your community that you resonate with, and surrounding yourself with people that support you. Thank you for your support during this season, and we wish you all a happy and healthy holiday! In gratitude, Erica and Raye Find us on IG @createwellpodcast @ericaelan @rayezaragoza
In episode 41, we discuss “spiritual bypassing,” which is “a tendency to use spiritual explanations to avoid complex psychological issues.” Spiritual bypassing can manifest in many forms, including toxic positivity, excuses, and avoiding feeling angry or sad. We talk about our own personal experiences with spiritual bypassing and ways you can recognize and avoid it. Trigger warning in this episode for food related subjects and sexual assault. This episode's featured song is "Near or Far" by Towse https://www.instagram.com/towselikehouse/ https://open.spotify.com/artist/0l79yamGYkMV3FBef8PDug?si=zjr3bEpOTr6gYzC-9YpMYQ Find us on IG @createwellpodcast @ericaelan @rayezaragoza
Kerry Docherty (Faherty) joins us this week to talk about grounding, presence, maintaining a brand and integrity, and self care (to name a few). Kerry is a writer and the CIO of Faherty Brand, a clothing company dedicated to craft, quality, sustainability, and inclusivity. Faherty Brand is also dedicated to restoring power to Indigenous communities, and they partner with Indigenous designers and creators. Kerry is a total inspiration and we had so much fun chatting with her. Follow her brand on IG @fahertybrand. Thanks Kerry! Our featured song is "Collecting Dust" by Sarah Weddle! Follow her on IG @sarahweddlemusic https://open.spotify.com/artist/64kmn3la5Rv0UAoxgvlpfJ?si=hc3scd2qRmKoC2kCgcD01w Find us on IG @createwelllpodcast @ericaelan @rayezaragoza
In this episode we talk to visual artist Emilia Cruz! Emilia discusses why she paints and draws, her artistic process and listening to intuition, and how she approaches new mediums. Emilia was commissioned to work on a Netflix series called Gente-fied as well as the Netflix series Selena: The Series. Her art is currently exhibited in several galleries, and her work can be found on her website (www.emiliacruz.com) as well as IG (@cruzemilia). Thank you for your insight Emilia! This week's featured music is by Sophia Lanuza, with her song Optimist! https://www.instagram.com/sophia.lanuza/ https://open.spotify.com/artist/0cA194O13NRCCiSvGagK23?si=VIs-BZMFSDCGE-DO4Lqcrg Support us on Patreon for exclusive content ! www.patreon.com/createwell Find us on IG @createwellpodcast @ericaelan @rayezaragoza
We have exciting news and an exciting episode! This episode is sponsored by the incredible, inclusive, empowering wellbeing company, Naaya. Find them on IG @naaya.wellness. Thank you so much for your important work and for your support for our podcast, Naaya! In this episode, we talk to performance poet turned TV writer and director Tazbah Rose Chavez. She writes for the show Reservation Dogs and has worked on Rutherford Falls, Resident Alien, and much more. We talk about her artistic journey, what inspired her to write, and what she's learned being in a writer's room. Featured music is Before the Fire's Gone by Dan Saulpaugh, thank you for your lovely music Dan! https://www.instagram.com/dansaulpaugh/ https://open.spotify.com/artist/5EfOlydNcalvATqpZ5nbsL?si=0L1zwNkiRlCvUmINjO3X3A Support us on Patreon for exclusive content ! www.patreon.com/createwell Find us on IG @createwellpodcast @ericaelan @rayezaragoza
Annnnnnnd we're back! Whew! What a summer it's been. We're so happy and grateful to sit down and talk about it with you all. "Back to school" doesn't necessarily apply to everyone, but we look at it as a time for fresh starts and new beginnings. A time to learn, reflect, and start afresh! In this episode we talk about what we've been up to this summer, new things we've learned, and projects (new and old)! Our featured musician this week is Crys Matthews, and the song is "The Imagineers" https://www.instagram.com/crysmatthews/ https://www.crysmatthews.com/ Support us on Patreon for exclusive content ! www.patreon.com/createwell Find us on IG @createwellpodcast @ericaelan @rayezaragoza
It's our final episode of season 3! To bring this amazing season to a close, our friend Kalina Jasper will take you through a calming and grounding meditation to get those creative juices flowing. Thank you to everyone who supported us this season on the Create Well Podcast, and we can't wait to see you for season 4! Support us on Patreon for exclusive content ! www.patreon.com/createwell Find us on IG @createwellpodcast @ericaelan @rayezaragoza
In this minisode we discuss how to make your creative space work for you! Everyone's different when it comes to their preferred environment, and so are we. What kind of space do you create in? Support us on Patreon for exclusive content ! www.patreon.com/createwell Find us on IG @createwellpodcast @ericaelan @rayezaragoza
In this week's episode we talk about stress: it's inevitable, but never fear! We're here to talk about our relationships with stress and how we alleviate it so you can reduce the stress in your life too :) This episode's featured song is “i WANNA GO” by MEL*N https://melonpop.bandcamp.com/ https://www.instagram.com/mel.npop/ Support us on Patreon for exclusive content ! www.patreon.com/createwell Find us on IG @createwellpodcast @ericaelan @rayezaragoza
In this minisode, we talk about the necessity of making mistakes and the rewards that come with making them! Forgiving yourself, overcoming, and learning from your slip-ups. Come back next Thursday for a new "how to" minisode! Support us on Patreon for exclusive content ! www.patreon.com/createwell Find us on IG @createwellpodcast @ericaelan @rayezaragoza
We sit down to talk with personal trainer and entrepreneur Noah Sharpe about how she started her independent business, her connection between movement and her mental, physical, and spiritual health, and how she maintains and balances her life and her business. Follow Noah @noahsharpe This episode's featured song is “Master” by Aunt Kelly! Support us on Patreon for exclusive content ! www.patreon.com/createwell Find us on IG @createwellpodcast @ericaelan @rayezaragoza
In this minisode, we discuss one of the most important and HARDEST things you can do as a human: asking for help. Tune in for our tips and come back every Thursday for another "how to" minisode! Support us on Patreon for exclusive content ! www.patreon.com/createwell Find us on IG @createwellpodcast @ericaelan @rayezaragoza
In this episode, the incredible Joey Montoya discusses how to run a business, best practices, and what motivates him to keep his business alive and well. This week's featured episode is "The Note in Your Dresser Drawer" by Halloween Costume Contest! https://halloweencostumecontest.bandcamp.com/ Support us on Patreon for exclusive content ! www.patreon.com/createwell Find us on IG @createwellpodcast @ericaelan @rayezaragoza
Learn how to re-use and streamline your process of creating social media content to make it easiest for you and engage with your audience! Check back every Thursday for a new "minisode!" Support us on Patreon for exclusive content ! www.patreon.com/createwell Find us on IG @createwellpodcast @ericaelan @rayezaragoza
In episode 32, Erica and Raye chat about creative slumps, ways to stay inspired and active, and how to come to terms with the moments, days, weeks, months (and even years) that haven't been the most creative. This weeks’s featured song is “Beauty Queen” by Izzy Heltai https://www.izzyheltai.com/ Support us on Patreon for exclusive content ! www.patreon.com/createwell Find us on IG @createwellpodcast @ericaelan @rayezaragoza
This week's minisode discusses being grateful for yourself and others, and how to express it! Tune in everything Thursday for a new how-to "minisode"! Support us on Patreon for exclusive content ! www.patreon.com/createwell Find us on IG @createwellpodcast @ericaelan @rayezaragoza
In episode 32, professional athlete Lauren Schad chats with Erica about staying inspired, cultivating healthy outlets for expression, and staying in tune with your body and mind. This episode’s featured song is “Losing, Finding” by Rachel Rose http://iamrachelrose.com/music-1 Support us on Patreon for exclusive content ! www.patreon.com/createwell Find us on IG @createwellpodcast @ericaelan @rayezaragoza
Minisode Thursday! How to change your mindset to empower yourself for healthy living and creating. Join us every Thursday for a "How To" minisode! Support us on Patreon for exclusive content ! www.patreon.com/createwell Find us on IG @createwellpodcast @ericaelan @rayezaragoza
In this week’s episode, singer/songwriter Caitlin Mahoney joins us for our first ever live consulting session! Raye and Caitlin talk about careers, their musical journeys, and advise each other on artistic (and life) best practices! This episode’s featured song is “Losing, Finding” by Rachel Rose http://iamrachelrose.com/music-1 Support us on Patreon for exclusive content ! www.patreon.com/createwell Find us on IG @createwellpodcast @ericaelan @rayezaragoza
Learn about how negotiate and advocate for yourself in situations from payment, contracts, treatment from others, and more! Support us on Patreon for exclusive content! www.patreon.com/createwell Find us on IG @createwellpodcast @ericaelan @rayezaragoza
Get to know the hosts of Create Well Podcast, artists Raye Zaragoza and Erica Elan as they answer and ask lightning-round questions to each other! Featured song is “A Memorable Shade" by Luke Frees https://www.lukefrees.net/ Support us on Patreon for exclusive content ! www.patreon.com/createwell Find us on IG @createwellpodcast @ericaelan @rayezaragoza
How to respond to and deal with the creepy people on the internet! Support us on Patreon for exclusive content! www.patreon.com/createwell Find us on IG @createwellpodcast @ericaelan @rayezaragoza
This week, actress Sara Tomko (of Resident Alien) joins the pod to discuss her relationship with spirituality and how she incorporates it into her artistic expression. Featured song is “Write the Fear a Lullaby" by Ben Grace https://www.bengracemusic.com/ Support us on Patreon for exclusive content ! www.patreon.com/createwell Find us on IG @createwellpodcast @ericaelan @rayezaragoza
How to build a team, and when! Join us every Thursday for another “How To” Minisode! Support us on Patreon for exclusive content ! www.patreon.com/createwell Find us on IG @createwellpodcast @ericaelan @rayezaragoza
This week's guest is Naiomi Glasses; Badass Diné viral skateboarder and incredibly talented weaver. Naomi talks with us about her meditative weaving process, why she skates, and how she connects the different parts of her creativity to weave together her unique art process. The featured song is “Only In Your Heart” by Mary Scholz http://www.maryscholz.com/wp/ Support us on Patreon for exclusive content ! www.patreon.com/createwell Find us on IG @createwellpodcast @ericaelan @rayezaragoza
How to deal with negative comments! Join us every Thursday for another "How To" Minisode! Support us on Patreon for exclusive content! www.patreon.com/createwell Find us on IG @createwellpodcast @ericaelan @rayezaragoza
Season 3 is here! To kick off the first episode, we discuss how to re-center and focus on your artistic process and love every moment of it, the good and the bad. Thanks for joining us in our third season! Featured song is “Citybound” by Julianna Sweeney https://www.juliannasweeney.com/ Support us on Patreon for exclusive content ! www.patreon.com/createwell Find us on IG @createwellpodcast @ericaelan @rayezaragoza
Season 2 Finale! On this week's episode, we discuss the importance of intentional healing through artwork. We look forward to Creating Well with you all again soon in Season 3! Featured song is “On A Rise” by Luke Wallace www.lukewallacemusic.com Support us on Patreon for exclusive content ! www.patreon.com/createwell Find us on IG @createwellpodcast @ericaelan @rayezaragoza
How to increase your social media engagement! Join us every Thursday for another "How To" Minisode! Support us on Patreon for exclusive content! www.patreon.com/createwell Find us on IG @createwellpodcast @ericaelan @rayezaragoza
This week's guest is a close friend of the pod, Christopher Watson. Christopher is a Jahaitian-American Artist, born and raised in Tampa, Florida. His music blends Blues, Folk, and Soul with smooth melodies and soaring vocals; you may also recognize him as the winner of "The Bachelor Presents: Listen to Your Heart." Chris talks with us about dating and love as an artist, especially in the public eye. Featured song is "Truth Is" by Christopher Watson. @tellemwatson www.tellemwatson.com Support us on Patreon for exclusive content! www.patreon.com/createwell Find us on IG @createwellpodcast @ericaelan @rayezaragoza
How to have your own movement practice! Join us every Thursday for another "How To" Minisode! Support us on Patreon for exclusive content! www.patreon.com/createwell Find us on IG @createwellpodcast @ericaelan @rayezaragoza
This week's guest is American actor and interdisciplinary artist, Willow Shields. You may recognize her work as Primrose Everdeen in The Hunger Games series and in the new Netflix Original Series, Spinning Out. Willow shares her process of finding creative freedom and taking risks in an artistic career. Featured song is "At Work" by Kaylyn Marie. @kaylynmariemusic www.kaylynmariemusic.com Support us on Patreon for exclusive content! www.patreon.com/createwell Find us on IG @createwellpodcast @ericaelan @rayezaragoza
How to document your work! Join us every Thursday for another "How To" Minisode! Support us on Patreon for exclusive content!www.patreon.com/createwell Find us on IG: @createwellpodcast @ericaelan @rayezaragoza
This week we tackle the dreaded 'Creator's Block.' We share our strategies on how to navigate through creative slumps and where to find inspiration. Featured song is "This Gun" by David Redd. @thedavidreddSupport us on Patreon for exclusive content!www.patreon.com/createwell Find us on IG: @createwellpodcast @ericaelan @rayezaragoza
How to plan content! Join us every Thursday for another “How To” Minisode.Support us on Patreon for exclusive content! www.patreon.com/createwellFind us on IG @createwellpodcast @ericaelan @rayezaragoza
This week we expand on our approach to money and finances. We cover traditional financial narratives, organization, diversifying income, and spending.Featured song is "The Woods" by Girl Blue. @girlbluemusic Support us on Patreon for exclusive content! www.patreon.com/createwellFind us on IG: @createwellpodcast @ericaelan @rayezaragoza
How to take a social media break! Join us every Thursday for another “How To” Minisode! Support us on Patreon for exclusive content ! www.patreon.com/createwell Find us on IG @createwellpodcast @ericaelan @rayezaragoza
On this week's episode, we connect with singer, womxn advocate, & pole dancer, Cami Arboles. We discuss the radical act of self love, body positivity, and our reactions to public perspectives. Featured song is "Coming Back for Me" by Jenny Kernhttps://www.jennykernmusic.com/Support us on Patreon for exclusive content!www.patreon.com/createwellFind us on IG @createwellpodcast @ericaelan @rayezaragoza
How to create your own morning ritual! Join us every Thursday for another “How To” Minisode! Support us on Patreon for exclusive content ! Www.patreon.com/createwell Find us on IG @createwellpodcast @ericaelan @rayezaragoza
On this week's episode, we sat down with creator/showrunner Karissa Valencia of Netflix's upcoming children's show 'Spirit Rangers' to discuss the importance of joy in creating. Featured song is "Dumb Little Life" by Skoutwww.skoutmusic.com Support us on Patreon for exclusive content!www.patreon.com/createwell Find us on IG @createwellpodcast @ericaelan @rayezaragoza
How to self promote on social media and beyondl! Join us every Thursday for another “How To” Minisode! Support us on Patreon for exclusive content ! Www.patreon.com/createwell Find us on IG @createwellpodcast @ericaelan @rayezaragoza
On this week's episode, we will be chatting about creativity in mutual aid with chef, mother, and community organizer Alicia Martin. Support Alicia Martin’s mutual aid work on the Gap / Bodaway areas of Navajo Nation - https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/ajoobahasin Follow along with the work they are doing:http://www.instagram.com/amartin2727 Featured song is “They Say” by Raye Zaragoza Support us on Patreon for exclusive content! Www.patreon.com/createwell Find us on IG @createwellpodcast @ericaelan @rayezaragoza
How to manage your time when you work from home or have unconventional hours! Join us every Thursday for another “How To” Minisode! Support us on Patreon for exclusive content ! Www.patreon.com/createwell Find us on IG @createwellpodcast @ericaelan @rayezaragoza
On this week's episode, we will be chatting about envisioning for 2021 with special guest and founder of Naaya - Sinikiwe Dhliwayo! www.naayawellness.com Featured song is “Speak” by Gracie and Rachelgracieandrachel.com Support us on Patreon for exclusive content ! Www.patreon.com/createwell Find us on IG @createwellpodcast @ericaelan @rayezaragoza
On this week's episode, we will be revealing our Top 20 (well… 21) creators and makers of 2020 and chatting about what we’re looking forward to this holiday week! With special musical guests Raye Zaragoza & Chris and Bri! Featured song is “Santa Claus Stole My Girlfriend” by Chris and Bri@chrisandbrihttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qchhs6IwBEQ Support us on Patreon for exclusive content ! Www.patreon.com/createwell Find us on IG @createwellpodcast @ericaelan @rayezaragoza
How to do a mini re-brand on your social media! Join us every Thursday for another “How To” Minisode! Support us on Patreon for exclusive content ! Www.patreon.com/createwell Find us on IG @createwellpodcast @ericaelan @rayezaragoza
On this week's episode, we will be talking about safety and boundaries with executive director of Calling All Crows, Kim Warnick! Featured song is “Down and Out” by Future Generations futuregenerationsmusic.com Support us on Patreon for exclusive content ! Www.patreon.com/createwell Find us on IG @createwellpodcast @ericaelan @rayezaragoza
How to make a website! Join us every Thursday for another “How To” Minisode! Support us on Patreon for exclusive content ! Www.patreon.com/createwell Find us on IG @createwellpodcast @ericaelan @rayezaragoza
On this week's episode, we will be talking about art & spirit with storyteller Joél Leon. Find out more about Joél - @iamjoelleon on Twitter Featured song is “Studio Apartment” by Elizabeth Moen: www.elizabethmoen.com Support us on Patreon for exclusive content ! www.patreon.com/createwell Find us on IG @createwellpodcast @ericaelan @rayezaragoza
How to write a cold email! Join us every Thursday for another “How To” Minisode! Support us on Patreon for exclusive content ! Www.patreon.com/createwell Find us on IG @createwellpodcast @ericaelan @rayezaragoza
Welcome to Season 2! On this week's episode, we will be talking about identity and how it plays a role in our creative endeavors. Featured song is “TODAY” by Rudy Kalma@rudykalma Support us on Patreon for exclusive content ! Www.patreon.com/createwell Find us on IG @createwellpodcast @ericaelan @rayezaragoza