Creatives Are Essential

How has our podcast helped you grow? In our 40th episode, we get into our newest creative endeavors and reflect on our own personal growth since starting the podcast. Find music for your project/podcast: http://share.mscbd.fm/creativesareessential and use code CREATIVESAREESSENTIAL at checkout. Follow CAE: @creativesareessential Shop: www.creativesareessential.co Support on Cashapp: $creativesareessential --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/creativesareessential/support

This week we're reacting to Omarion & Mario's Verzuz "showdown" and new releases from Beyonce, Drake and Chris Brown. Find music for your project/podcast: http://share.mscbd.fm/creativesareessential and use code CREATIVESAREESSENTIAL at checkout. Follow CAE: @creativesareessential Shop: www.creativesareessential.co Support on Cashapp: $creativesareessential --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/creativesareessential/support

This week we're either answering some SPICY questions or pleading the fifth by eating snacks we absolutely hate! Find music for your project/podcast: http://share.mscbd.fm/creativesareessential and use code CREATIVESAREESSENTIAL at checkout. Follow CAE: @creativesareessential Shop: www.creativesareessential.co Support on Cashapp: $creativesareessential --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/creativesareessential/support

2x Emmy Award-winning video producer & editor, Kerry Lofton, joins us to discuss how to confidently price your work, understand your value and negotiate correctly. Follow Kerry: @kerrylofton Purchase Kerry's Book on Amazon: https://tinyurl.com/mr466rxh Visit Kerry's Website: http://www.kerrylofton.com Find music for your project/podcast: http://share.mscbd.fm/creativesareessential Follow CAE: @creativesareessential Shop: http://www.creativesareessential.co Support on Cashapp: $creativesareessential --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/creativesareessential/support

Former NFL safety, Ryan Mundy, joins us to discuss his company Alkeme Health and their distinct approach to mental healthcare and well-being. Follow Ryan: @ryangmundy Follow Alkeme Health: @alkemehealth Sign up for Alkeme Health: http://www.alkemehealth.com Find music for your project/podcast: http://share.mscbd.fm/creativesareessential Follow CAE: @creativesareessential Shop: http://www.creativesareessential.co Support on Cashapp: $creativesareessential --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/creativesareessential/support

May is mental health awareness month. With that in mind, this week we check-in with each other to find out what's really going on with us. Find music for your project/podcast: http://share.mscbd.fm/creativesareessential and use code CREATIVESAREESSENTIAL at checkout. Follow CAE: @creativesareessential Shop: www.creativesareessential.co Support on Cashapp: $creativesareessential --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/creativesareessential/support

This week we continue the conversation of things we wish we knew earlier in life. We also break down this year's Oscar's and Will & Jada's "entanglement". Find music for your project/podcast: http://share.mscbd.fm/creativesareessential Follow CAE: @creativesareessential Shop: www.creativesareessential.co Support on Cashapp: $creativesareessential --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/creativesareessential/support

What advice would you give to your younger self if you could? This week we reflect on some our biggest lessons learned from our 20's and things we wished we knew sooner. Find music for your project/podcast: http://share.mscbd.fm/creativesareessential Follow CAE: @creativesareessential Shop: www.creativesareessential.co Support on Cashapp: $creativesareessential --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/creativesareessential/support

This week we're joined by world-renowned private chef, Chef Nancie. She discusses her late to start to culinary arts, time as I Am Athlete's resident chef and NY roots. Follow Chef Nancie: @chefnancie Shop Chef Nancie Collection: http://www.chefnancie.com Find music for your project/podcast: http://share.mscbd.fm/creativesareessential Follow CAE: @creativesareessential Shop: http://www.creativesareessential.co Support on Cashapp: $creativesareessential --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/creativesareessential/support

This week we breakdown and give our reactions to Kanye West's new Netflix documentary "Jeen-yuhs". Follow CAE: @creativesareessential Shop: www.creativesareessential.co Support on Cashapp: $creativesareessential Find music for your project/podcast: http://share.mscbd.fm/creativesareessential --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/creativesareessential/support

This week we're joined by creative director & NFL team photographer, Chanelle Smith-Walker. A few of Chanelle's achievements include becoming the first black creative director in SEC history and being part of the first female-led design team in College Football Playoff history. We discuss her rise in the sports media industry, the power of networking via Twitter, clout chasing & more! Follow Chanelle: @_nellez (on IG), @nellez_ (on Twitter) Follow CAE: @creativesareessential Shop: www.creativesareessential.co Support on Cashapp: $creativesareessential Find music for your project/podcast: http://share.mscbd.fm/creativesareessential --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/creativesareessential/support

With Rihanna's new found success in business and baby on the way, do you think she'll ever return to music? Music provided by: http://share.mscbd.fm/creativesareessential Follow CAE: @creativesareessential Shop: www.creativesareessential.co Support on Cashapp: $creativesareessential --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/creativesareessential/support

Does the balance of work and relationships truly exist? Friend of the podcast, Rese Jackson, talks to us about navigating and prioritizing work, marriage and family. Follow Rese on IG: @resejack Follow CAE: @creativesareessential Shop: www.creativesareessential.co Support on Cashapp: $creativesareessential --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/creativesareessential/support

On our first show of 2022, we're talking our expectations for the new year, creative goals and possible COVID-19 shutdown. Follow CAE: @creativesareessential Shop: www.creativesareessential.co Support on Cashapp: $creativesareessential --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/creativesareessential/support

Christmas is here! We're looking back at this year and reflecting on our favorite creative moments and most important lessons we've learned. Follow CAE: @creativesareessential Shop: www.creativesareessential.co Support on Cashapp: $creativesareessential --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/creativesareessential/support

With thirty-one days left in 2021, how will you use them to grow into the best version of you BEFORE the new year? Follow CAE: @creativesareessential Shop: www.creativesareessential.co Support on Cashapp: $creativesareessential --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/creativesareessential/support

This week we're celebrated our new merch launch, discussing Travis Scott's "Astroworld" tragedy and "grind culture" in the creative industry. Follow CAE: @creativesareessential Shop: www.creativesareessential.co Support on Cashapp: $creativesareessential --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/creativesareessential/support

Amidst Dave Chappelle controversy, we ask the question "should you censor your art for the comfort of others?" Follow CAE: @creativesareessential Shop: www.creativesareessential.co Support on Cashapp: $creativesareessential --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/creativesareessential/support

Follow CAE: @creativesareessential Shop: www.creativesareessential.co --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/creativesareessential/support

Follow CAE: @creativesareessential Shop: www.creativesareessential.co --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/creativesareessential/support

Learn a little bit more about the squad as we answer questions about a dream collaborations, hidden talents, biggest setbacks and more! Follow CAE: @creativesareessential Shop: www.creativesareessential.co --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/creativesareessential/support

We're discussing Kanye's new "Donda" album and how perfectionism can factor into what/how we create. Follow CAE: @creativesareessential Shop: www.creativesareessential.co --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/creativesareessential/support

This week we dive into our biggest fears and struggles as creatives. Follow CAE: @creativesareessential Shop: www.creativesareessential.co --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/creativesareessential/support

This week we're talking about Lebron vs MJ's Space Jam movies & Kanye's new album on the way. Follow CAE: @creativesareessential Shop: www.creativesareessential.co --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/creativesareessential/support

This week we discuss NCAA's new NIL policies, Sha'Carri Richardson's Olympics disqualification and Tabatha Brown response to Wendy Williams. Follow CAE: @creativesareessential Shop: www.creativesareessential.co --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/creativesareessential/support

This week we're joined by the Amsterdam-based recording artist/DJ/producer, Full Crate. We discuss his growth as an artist, why collaboration is important and mental health for creatives. Follow Full Crate: @fullcrate Follow CAE: @creativesareessential Shop: www.creativesareessential.co --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/creativesareessential/support

This week we discuss being in a relationship as a creative. Would you prefer to date a creative or non-creative? Follow CAE: @creativesareessential Shop: www.creativesareessential.co --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/creativesareessential/support

This week we answer your submitted questions and talk a little about dating as a creative. Follow CAE: @creativesareessential Shop: www.creativesareessential.co --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/creativesareessential/support

This week the squad is discussing DJ Khaled's new album and why some creatives are afraid to collaborate with each other. Follow CAE: @creativesareessential Shop: www.creativesareessential.co --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/creativesareessential/support

On this episode, the squad talks about how to stay inspired and motivated after you've fallen off with your goals. Follow CAE: @creativesareessential Shop: www.creativesareessential.co --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/creativesareessential/support

This week the squad discusses discovering the "why" behind what you do, along with a bunch of other random things. Follow CAE: @creativesareessential Shop: www.creativesareessential.co --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/creativesareessential/support

How many times have you been haggled on your prices? This week the squad discusses the importance of knowing your worth and not settling for anything less! Follow CAE: @creativesareessential Shop: www.creativesareessential.co --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/creativesareessential/support

Tyler Babin, former creator for Gary V. and Adobe, stops in to talk risk-taking, embracing the process and creating in the moment. Follow Tyler: @babin Follow CAE: @creativesareessential Shop: www.creativesareessential.co --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/creativesareessential/support

The creator of CRTV Church, Nik Goodner, joins us to discuss creating from a place of compassion and with others in mind.  Follow Nik: @nikgoodner Follow CRTV Church: @crtvchurch Follow CAE: @creativesareessential Shop: www.creativesareessential.co --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/creativesareessential/support

This week, the homie Desirae joins us for a conversation about navigating social media as a creative. Follow Desirae: @truly.desirae Follow CAE: @creativesareessential Shop: www.creativesareessential.co --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/creativesareessential/support

Our friend, Mark Lee, pops in this week as we discuss the mental hurdles that can stop you from pursuing your vision. Follow Mark: @markleefilms Follow CAE: @creativesareessential Shop: www.creativesareessential.co --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/creativesareessential/support

Our very first guest, Justin Stewart, shares his story about he began his journey as cinematography/photography and his experience in working with iconic recording artist, Tobe Nwigwe. Follow Justin: @wiseboyphoto Follow CAE: @creativesareessential www.creativesareessential.co --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/creativesareessential/support

2020 was a challenging year for most of us, but it was also full of opportunities for growth. This week, we discuss the lessons we learned during 2020 and how to implement them in this new year. Shop Creatives Are Essential at: www.creativesareessential.co Follow us on Instagram: @creativesareessential --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/creativesareessential/support

This week the crew discusses the importance of having and building relationships. Shop Creatives Are Essential at: www.creativesareessential.co Follow us on Instagram: @creativesareessential --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/creativesareessential/support

Welcome to the Creatives Are Essential podcast! This episode we discuss the challenges of starting something new and how to push past them. Shop Creatives Are Essential: www.creativesareessential.co/ Follow Creatives Are Essential: @creativesareessential --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/creativesareessential/support