The Creative Alchemist

Con mucho mucho mucho amor ♥ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thecreativealchemist/support

Derek Santiago's mission is health advocacy with a focus on underserved communities like ones he grew up in. He loves to be of service by sharing expertise in fitness, nutrition, and overall healthy lifestyle. After practicing yoga for over a decade, Derek completed his Yoga Teacher Training at the start of the Covid-19 pandemic in 2020. As a father, he strives to break destructive generational patterns and be a positive example for his own children as well as other parents. You can give Derek a follow through his Instagram page: @derekwillyoga.  ____________________________________________________ A note about these special episodes: Most if not all of the special episodes you'll be listening to over the next several weeks will be me interviewing pals that have been storytellers in the past for my show A Little Bit of Death. A Little Bit of Death is an annual storytelling show that centers BIPOC and queer voices around the themes of grief, letting go, and transformation. This year I was invited to present at a summit pertaining to the work I do with A Little Bit of Death, so I who better to join me in speaking on it than the pals that have gone through the process. I reached out to some and asked if I could interview them on their experience with the show, what impact it had, what they shared, why sharing these stories matter. With their permission, I'm sharing the audio from those interviews I'll be using for my presentation at the summit. One of the last episodes I had recorded before my latest break was about following and following through on your wild ideas. A Little Bit of Death was one of those wild ideas for me and it's blossomed since the first show 7 years ago. This year, it'll be held over 2 nights in Hartford, CT at Carriage House Theater on the evenings of Friday November 11th and Saturday November 12th. I thought I'd drop these special episodes leading up to the show this year and I hope you enjoy them and, obviously, join us at the show! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thecreativealchemist/support

Sistah Anyangō is the Founder and CEO of The FLYY Movement, LLC. She is an award- winning Empowerment Freedom Coach, Motivational Speaker, Master Teaching Artist, and Executive Coach. Sistah Anyangō holds a bachelor's degree in both English and Afrikan American studies as well as a Master of Arts degree in Afrikan American Studies. At the Hartford Family Institute Center for Psychotherapy & Healing Arts, Sistah Anyangō a Phase 3 trainee of the HFI Body Centered Psychotherapy Training Program. She also holds her Family Development Credential through the Connecticut Family Development Institute, which is a program of University of Connecticut's Center for the Study of Culture, Health & Human Development and the Office of Early Childhood. She also received her Middle Management Certification through the City of Hartford's Department of Families, Children Youth and Recreation. Services. Sistah Anyangō is licensed to teach Zumba® Basics I, Zumba® Basics II, Zumba®Gold, Zumba Kids®, Zumba® Toning® and Strong by Zumba®. For over fifteen years, Sistah Anyangō has been using her experiences to help individuals, primarily women over forty, to discover themselves, create a road map on how to get there, and coached them along the way to give support and encouragement. In addition to her over forty years of experience as a dancer and master teaching artist in various dance mediums, Sistah Anyangō has also been a university visiting lecturer, where she developed the “Afrikan Dance & Folklore; An Experience of Movement & Music of the Diaspora” course offering. As a workshop engager, she has developed the following topics: “Mindfulness through Movement & Music”, “The Hell of Brokenness Through Fire”, “How Can We Love Ourselves to Peace from Broken Pieces” and “Live in Soul Happiness”. Sistah Anyangō has also created events and programs in schools, community agencies, and institutions of higher learning. Recently she has implemented Workplace Wellness to help organizations create a Culture of Self-Care. Additionally, she has developed team building, goal setting and executive coach modules for organizations. For her work in the community, as the founder and CEO of The FLYY Movement, Sistah Anyangō has been recognized and received an award by the following entities: Project Resiliency, Circle of Hands, Campaign for Peace, 100 Women of Color, You are Beautiful, When Destiny Meets Purpose, Phenomenal Women in Business. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ A note about these special episodes: Most if not all of the special episodes you'll be listening to over the next several weeks will be me interviewing pals that have been storytellers in the past for my show A Little Bit of Death. A Little Bit of Death is an annual storytelling show that centers BIPOC and queer voices around the themes of grief, letting go, and transformation. This year I was invited to present at a summit pertaining to the work I do with A Little Bit of Death, so I who better to join me in speaking on it than the pals that have gone through the process. I reached out to some and asked if I could interview them on their experience with the show, what impact it had, what they shared, why sharing these stories matter. With their permission, I'm sharing the audio from those interviews I'll be using for my presentation at the summit. One of the last episodes I had recorded before my latest break was about following and following through on your wild ideas. A Little Bit of Death was one of those wild ideas for me and it's blossomed since the first show 7 years ago. This year, it'll be held over 2 nights in Hartford, CT at Carriage House Theater on the evenings of Friday November 11th and Saturday November 12th. I thought I'd drop these special episodes leading up to the show this year and I hope you enjoy them and, obviously, join us at the show! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thecreativealchemist/support

Ehhsteph (she/her) is originally from New Britian, CT. Her work is inspired by horror films and special effects. Through sculpting and fabricating she focuses on making one-of-a-kind mugs and other oddities, that showcase her childhood obsessions, admiration for movies and her Peruvian heritage. Her education in visual communications and advanced character design for special effects has allowed her to create pieces that tell a story and create a little magic. You can check out Ehhsteph's work at her website ehhsteph.com. ____________________________________________________ A note about these special episodes: Most if not all of the special episodes you'll be listening to over the next several weeks will be me interviewing pals that have been storytellers in the past for my show A Little Bit of Death. A Little Bit of Death is an annual storytelling show that centers BIPOC and queer voices around the themes of grief, letting go, and transformation. This year I was invited to present at a summit pertaining to the work I do with A Little Bit of Death, so I who better to join me in speaking on it than the pals that have gone through the process. I reached out to some and asked if I could interview them on their experience with the show, what impact it had, what they shared, why sharing these stories matter. With their permission, I'm sharing the audio from those interviews I'll be using for my presentation at the summit. One of the last episodes I had recorded before my latest break was about following and following through on your wild ideas. A Little Bit of Death was one of those wild ideas for me and it's blossomed since the first show 7 years ago. This year, it'll be held over 2 nights in Hartford, CT at Carriage House Theater on the evenings of Friday November 11th and Saturday November 12th. I thought I'd drop these special episodes leading up to the show this year and I hope you enjoy them and, obviously, join us at the show! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thecreativealchemist/support

Andrew Dean Wright is a poet, digital artist, and photographer based in the Hartford, CT area. Having taken to poetry from an early age, Andrew's pieces range from simple exercises in device to pieces penned with the intent to serve as catalysts for discussion and praxis— with a large focus on freeing ourselves from the things that hold us back from expressing ourselves fully, whether that be from oppressive institutions, or one's own inhibition. You can find a selection of his work and keep an eye out for his upcoming work on Instagram at @andrewdeanwrites _____________________ A note about these special episodes: Most if not all of the special episodes you'll be listening to over the next several weeks will be me interviewing pals that have been storytellers in the past for my show A Little Bit of Death. A Little Bit of Death is an annual storytelling show that centers BIPOC and queer voices around the themes of grief, letting go, and transformation. This year I was invited to present at a summit pertaining to the work I do with A Little Bit of Death, so I who better to join me in speaking on it than the pals that have gone through the process. I reached out to some and asked if I could interview them on their experience with the show, what impact it had, what they shared, why sharing these stories matter. With their permission, I'm sharing the audio from those interviews I'll be using for my presentation at the summit. One of the last episodes I had recorded before my latest break was about following and following through on your wild ideas. A Little Bit of Death was one of those wild ideas for me and it's blossomed since the first show 7 years ago. This year, it'll be held over 2 nights in Hartford, CT at Carriage House Theater on the evenings of Friday November 11th and Saturday November 12th. I thought I'd drop these special episodes leading up to the show this year and I hope you enjoy them and, obviously, join us at the show! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thecreativealchemist/support

Through writing, content creation, youth development, consultation, workshop facilitation, and much more, Patrick (he/him) helps people find the inherent value in their stories confronting the ever-present danger of silence. A Jamaican, who immigrated to the States at fifteen, he is currently honing in on translating his experiences as a recently naturalized Black American - in a country that hunts them for sport. Patrick is an author; books I've Just Got These Words Fam… and Jesus is Black. explore the aforementioned themes. His left shoulder has also made an appearance on GQ.com. ____________ A note about these special episodes: This year I was invited to present at a summit pertaining to the work I do with A Little Bit of Death, so I who better to join me in speaking on it than the pals that have gone through the process. I reached out to some and asked if I could interview them on their experience with the show, what impact it had, what they shared, why sharing these stories matter. With their permission, I'm sharing the audio from those interviews I'll be using for my presentation at the summit. One of the last episodes I had recorded before my latest break was about following and following through on your wild ideas. A Little Bit of Death was one of those wild ideas for me and it's blossomed since the first show 7 years ago. This year, it'll be held over 2 nights in Hartford, CT at Carriage House Theater on the evenings of Friday November 11th and Saturday November 12th. I thought I'd drop these special episodes leading up to the show this year and I hope you enjoy them and, obviously, join us at the show --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thecreativealchemist/support

Chion Wolf (she/her) is the host of Audacious on Connecticut Public Radio, where she explores our human conditions, and challenges the limitations of our personal perspectives. She can be found on all social medias @chionwolf. A note about these special episodes: Most if not all of the special episodes you'll be listening to over the next several weeks will be me interviewing pals that have been storytellers in the past for my show A Little Bit of Death. A Little Bit of Death is an annual storytelling show that centers BIPOC and queer voices around the themes of grief, letting go, and transformation. This year I was invited to present at a summit pertaining to the work I do with A Little Bit of Death, so I who better to join me in speaking on it than the pals that have gone through the process. I reached out to some and asked if I could interview them on their experience with the show, what impact it had, what they shared, why sharing these stories matter. With their permission, I'm sharing the audio from those interviews I'll be using for my presentation at the summit. One of the last episodes I had recorded before my latest break was about following and following through on your wild ideas. A Little Bit of Death was one of those wild ideas for me and it's blossomed since the first show 7 years ago. This year, it'll be held over 2 nights in Hartford, CT at Carriage House Theater on the evenings of Friday November 11th and Saturday November 12th. I thought I'd drop these special episodes leading up to the show this year and I hope you enjoy them and, obviously, join us at the show --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thecreativealchemist/support

On this episode I talk about a wild idea I had: my annual storytelling show A Little Bit of Death and why *you* should also follow through on your own wild ideas.  Like what you hear? Want to support my work AND get access to exclusive content? Consider becoming a Patron (aka Squad) here.  --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thecreativealchemist/support

This week I sat down with EZ Bluez and Prestige after 4 other attempts to record virtually - universe wasn't having it. Together, this dynamic duo make up Behind the Brand - a show dedicated to highlighting local talent, changemakers, and leaders.  About EZ Bluez (aka Dustin): Just a boy standing in front of a group of people trying to be ok. Born and raised in Suffolk County Long Island Ez comes from a single parent household trying to fit in in the land of middle class America. Often stated that he grew up with his mother more then she raised him, there seems to be the embers of that eternal Lost Boy that helps him navigate life. Musician, actor, podcast, and radio show personality Ez is always focused on the next sentence and what magic it will unlock. Front man for New Haven based Art/punk band Shame Penguin Ez holds weekly therapy sessions dressed up as practices and plays at least twice a month at what he calls “group therapy sessions” understanding that sometimes you need to be both the spoonful of sugar and the medicine itself. You can also find him every Monday and Friday 12pm to 1pm on Wnhh New Haven's show Behind the Brand with Prestige as they sit down with independent business owners, artists, and musicians to give them a platform to speak their truths and let connect them with the Wnhh audience. “When the going gets weird the weird turn pro” Hunter S Thompson About Prestige (aka Preston):  Preston Wilson is a Connecticut School of Broadcasting graduate who had a career in radio for over ten years Throughout Preston's tenure he has done community work helping teenagers get broadcast experience by introducing them to writing their own news stories & radio commercials. Preston is a radio personality for 103.5FM New Haven Independent's WNHH Community Radio under the stage name “Prestige”. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thecreativealchemist/support

In this episode, I talk about how I quit my job and share some tips that worked for me and may (or may not) work for you in your journey to full-time artistry. Be sure to follow the page on Instagram. Subscribe and consider becoming a monthly supporter. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thecreativealchemist/support

On this episode, I talk about why you should move *with* the fear and things that have helped me move more bravely in my art. Also! I'll be a panelist at this rad event called Decolonize and Discover happening June 17-19 in Charlton, Massachusetts at Ye Old Commons. The Decolonize & Discover Festival was created with the desire to amplify the voices of BIPOC, the LGBTQIA2S+ community, and people with disabilities within the worlds of creative storytelling. Get your tickets! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thecreativealchemist/support

Godfrey L. Simmons, Jr. is an award-winning actor, producer, director, and playwright who has spent over thirty years amplifying the voices of marginalized people and communities. And he is a father to Samuel. He is Artistic Director for HartBeat Ensemble in Hartford, CT, where he has co-produced the Off-Broadway virtual production of American Dreams with Working Theater, . In 2012, he co-founded Civic Ensemble, a regional theatre in Ithaca, NY. For Civic, he directed Eugene O'Neill's All God's Chillun Got Wings and appeared in Judy Tate's Fast Blood and Athol Fugard's My Children! My Africa!. Godfrey was a Producing Artist for Off-Broadway's Epic Theatre Ensemble for four years, appearing in The Winning Side, A More Perfect Union, Widowers' Houses (which Godfrey co-adapted with Ron Russell), Measure for Measure, Einstein's Gift, and A Hard Heart, among other plays. Also for Epic,.he co-wrote and starred in a documentary play about the election of President Barack Obama, Dispatches From (A)mended America. Godfrey and his colleague Brandt Adams, traveled throughout the American South interviewing 100 Southerners about the election. He won the 1999 Audelco Award for Best Supporting Actor for his performance in John Henry Redwood's Old Settler opposite Leslie Uggams at Primary Stages. He appeared in award-winning productions at Playwrights Horizons (Betty's Summer Vacation, Obie Award-Best Play) and Round House Theatre (Home, Helen Hayes Award-Best Production). His radio show The Griot Hour appeared from 2015-2019 on the Ithaca, NY Community Radio station WRFI, where he has just begun co-hosting the Black Lives Matter Forum. Godfrey is a 2012 TCG/Fox Fellow and a lifetime member of Ensemble Studio Theatre. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thecreativealchemist/support

On this episode, I answer the last question (for now) from my Patrons on Patreon - what goes into the art that I make? Tune in. Subscribe. Become a supporter! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thecreativealchemist/support

On this episode, I talk about the importance of values, what they are, and how we can identify and use our values to help navigate us through our creative practice... and maybe even our whole lives? Cool.  --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thecreativealchemist/support

On this episode I answer a question posed to me on my Patreon by one of my Patrons (hey y'all! ♥) regarding obstacles I've faced as an artist and how I overcame them. To become a monthly supporter of the podcast, you can go to https://anchor.fm/thecreativealchemist and click "Support." You can check out the rest of the things I do at www.zulynette.com. Thanks for listening! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thecreativealchemist/support

On this episode, inspired by a meditation app I downloaded, I do a guided meditation for artists. Keep your eyes open if you're driving, folks! Remember to subscribe and become a monthly supporter of the podcast ♥ here. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thecreativealchemist/support

Preston Wilson is an independent broadcaster, podcaster, & voice over artist. He is a producer on a morning radio show & has been involved in helping his community by teaching teenagers to write their own news stories & radio commercials. Having been involved with media since 2013, Preston enjoys using his radio skills to contribute on his radio show, “Behind the Brand”, with co-host EZ Bluez. Preston graduated with an Associates Degree in Broadcasting in 2008 from “Briarwood College” and graduated with two broadcasting certificates from the “Connecticut School of Broadcasting” (CSB Stratford Campus) in 2011 & 2013. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thecreativealchemist/support

On this episode we have a returning guest: THE Andre Rochester. Andre Rochester is a Fine Artist from the Greater Hartford region of Connecticut. He studied illustration at the University of Connecticut: School of Fine Arts and completed his BA in Studio Art at Charter Oak State College. He also earned a MS in Organizational Leadership from Quinnipiac University. His preferred medium is acrylic painting, but he also creates works on paper, using charcoal or soft pastel. Andre uses his art to make statements for which words are not enough, highlighting the underlying emotions connected to the subject. It is a combination of portraiture and conceptual works connected by narratives of his personal experiences. At a young age, art became a tool for healing and a catalyst for connection. It developed into a way for Andre to let people know they are not alone. Andre is a 2021 Artist of Color Accelerate Fellow, collaborating with The Amistad Center for Art and Culture at Wadsworth Atheneum Museum of Art in Hartford, CT. He also serves on the Board of Directors at Windsor Art Center (2019-present), a non-profit arts organization in Windsor, CT and previously served on the City of Hartford Commission on Cultural Affairs (2014-2015). His work has been featured in various publications, including CT Fashion Magazine and the Hartford Courant. You may also find Andre painting live at events throughout the Northeast United States. In addition to his activity as an artist in the Greater Hartford community, Andre assists emerging artists with portfolio development, curation, and consultation for exhibits. He encourages young artists to develop their craft without losing focus on learning professionalism and business acumen. He believes that with every step forward, we must remember to make room for one more to join us and clear a path for others to travel. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thecreativealchemist/support

On this episode I answer a question posed to me on my Patreon by one of my Patrons (hey y'all! ♥) regarding discouragement and how I deal with it. To become a monthly supporter of the podcast, you can go to https://anchor.fm/thecreativealchemist and click "Support." You can check out the rest of the things I do at www.zulynette.com. Thanks for listening! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thecreativealchemist/support

Oh, ya know, just challenging the idea that being an artist is all starving and torture and whatnot. There's perks! In this episode I talk about some of my favorite things about being an artist. Come to the dark side, we have paint. To become a monthly supporter of the podcast, you can go to https://anchor.fm/thecreativealchemist and click "Support." You can check out the rest of the things I do at www.zulynette.com. Thanks for listening! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thecreativealchemist/support

Eric Rey is dedicated to creating spaces of belonging. He cultivates transformation through the healing power of human connection. His fascination with the nuanced ways in which our growth as humans is intertwined with one another is what brings him to this work.  With his background in coaching,  workforce development, facilitation, and entrepreneurship he is most at home when he is helping people and groups connect to their purpose. He co-creates an environment for people and groups to live and move with intention and to share their gifts and talents with the world. IG:@blackobsidianhealing CashApp: $EricRey731 Venmo:@Ericrey-coach www.blackobsidianhealing.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thecreativealchemist/support

Eric Rey is dedicated to creating spaces of belonging. He cultivates transformation through the healing power of human connection. His fascination with the nuanced ways in which our growth as humans is intertwined with one another is what brings him to this work.  With his background in coaching,  workforce development, facilitation, and entrepreneurship he is most at home when he is helping people and groups connect to their purpose. He co-creates an environment for people and groups to live and move with intention and to share their gifts and talents with the world. IG:@blackobsidianhealing CashApp: $EricRey731 Venmo:@Ericrey-coach www.blackobsidianhealing.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thecreativealchemist/support

On this episode I talk about the meaning of inspiration and how we can harness it into processes that lead to - you guessed it - more inspiration. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thecreativealchemist/support

Josh Loera is an artist that recently quit his job as a Technical Sales Engineer to build a new creative career. He focuses on illustrations of people of color to bring light to the beauty in diversity. Most recently, he's been focusing on learning a style influenced by "comic book style" art while developing a new comic book series. With skills in UX/UI/web design, Logo design, and Illustration, he is open to learning new skills and applying them to his art business. His new podcast, Creative People Time, is an exercise in learning the medium and practicing storytelling while bringing light to stories of creatives that otherwise may not be heard. website: https://www.timemachine-crtv.com/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/timemachine.crtv/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/TimeMachineCrtv Podcast: https://anchor.fm/timemachinecrtv Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCngba5YxSt_DcfSOxeeHHRA --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thecreativealchemist/support

On this episode, the remarkable Jas LaFond and I finish up our conversation about last week. We discuss things that have helped them along the way, advice they have for the queer babies, and shenanigans. Lots of shenanigans. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thecreativealchemist/support

On this episode, I interview my bestareeni con fettucine, Jas LaFond (they/them). We discuss their passion for drag, upcoming plans, and petty ways to get under the skin of neighbors and co-workers. Here's Jas' bio: Jas LaFond (they/them) is a therapist, podcast host and writer, genderqueer advice columnist, Drag performer, event organizer and activist. Helping to advocate and create spaces for marginalized communities is their passion and purpose, and they have dedicated their life to redefining ideas on mental health and what it is Queer and what it is to be a Person of Color. Their work in the field has connected them with people from diverse backgrounds and lived experiences adding to a lifetime of learning. Jas is currently completing a Master's degree in Social Work at the University of New Hampshire. They have worked closely with marginalized youth since 2011 and have hosted events to create a sense of community for LGBTQIA+ people and People of Color since 2015, from networking and speed dating events to the Ask A Brown Feminem podcast where they give advice and highlight all issues Brown and Queer. They have had the privilege to work with youth and families with varied behavioral and mental health concerns in the microsphere as well as lobby for policy change around mental health issues. Currently Jas is working to create safe, uplifting spaces for the Queer folx and People of color in New Hampshire where both groups make up just a fraction of the population. It is Jas' goal to eradicate stigma and stereotypes around what it means to be a part of a minority and to promote equity for marginalized groups. Jas lives in Southern New Hampshire with their spouse and two children. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thecreativealchemist/support

On this episode I talk about how we value our work and how that should change/grow over time. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thecreativealchemist/support

Letting the good listeners of the podcast know your host will be taking a short break until May. Let's stay connected on the Instagram page: www.instagram.com/thecreativealchemistpodcast --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thecreativealchemist/support

Quoron is a singer, song-writer, actor, and model. His musical style is similar to that of Luke James, Usher, and Sam Smith. His love of music first started with his mother and Whitney Houston, his biggest musical influence. Quoron's musical journey began at Shiloh Baptist Church at age 11 and propelled him to perform at weddings, political events, festivals, and more. He's currently working on original material to set to be released later this year. Follow Quoron on social media for updates @QuoronW. Be sure to subscribe to the podcast and, if you can, become a monthly supporter!  Stay in touch with the podcast on Instagram at www.instagram.com/thecreativealchemistpodcast --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thecreativealchemist/support

Derek Santiago's mission is health and wellness advocacy with a focus on underserved communities and vulnerable populations. A former swim coach for over a decade and an AmeriCorps alumnus, Derek has a love for teaching and service. In 2020, during the Covid-19 pandemic, he became a certified yoga teacher (RYT-200) recognized by the Yoga Alliance. Services Derek offers include yoga, group fitness, and health coaching. As a father, he intentionally works to break destructive generational patterns and be an example for his children as well as other parents. To appropriately stalk Derek, follow his Instagram page: Instagram.com/supersantiyoga. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thecreativealchemist/support

If you love what you do, you'll never work a day in your life... LIES. It's still work and just like any other work, we need a break from it sometimes. In this episode, I talk about why it's important to take breaks from what you love to do, why we sometimes don't, and suggestions for things you can do besides the thing you love. Happy listening, Alchemists! Support the podcast if you can by becoming a monthly supporter. [Insert hearts here]. Got questions, feedback, loving comments? Let's connect on www.instagram.com/thecreativealchemistpodcast --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thecreativealchemist/support

On this episode, I chop it up with my accountabilibuddy* Ebonie Goulbourne (she/her). We talk about what we were looking for in someone helping to hold us accountable, why having someone else hold you accountable is important, and what we've gotten out of our accountabilibuddy relationship.  *accountabilibuddy is a term I have borrowed from the wonderful poet/playwright/author/dope ass co-facilitator, TS Hawkins (they/them). Click on this link to learn more about them: http://www.tspoetics.com/.   --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thecreativealchemist/support

In this episode I'll be going over what a contract is, why you need one, and some of the important things that you should have in there. Do you make sure you have a contract with your client? What do you include in yours as a creative? Let's chat on the IG page: www.instagram.com/thecreativealchemistpodcast Want to support the podcast? Become a monthly supporter at this link https://anchor.fm/thecreativealchemist and click on the support link. Love what you hear and want to become a supporter of your fab host? Support my patreon at www.patreon.com/zulynette --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thecreativealchemist/support

In this episode, I talk about why saying no is hard, when to say no, and why saying no is SO important. Vital even. Ya know? No? Well, you can find out in this episode. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thecreativealchemist/support

In this episode, I share a story about someone who, early on in my career, affirmed the trajectory of my life, gave me a big opportunity at the time, and the nugget of wisdom they shared with me that I carry throughout all of my work. Grab some hot cocoa and gather 'round. It's storytime!

In this episode, I discuss discussing budgets when it needs to be discussed. Which is early on. Here are some tips on how to ask about a budget. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thecreativealchemist/support

In this episode, I talk about the importance of rest, how it makes us better at our art, and even more importantly than that (WHAT? MORE IMPORTANTLY THAN WORK?) how it makes you a better human being to other human beings. This episode may or may not have been inspired by a mix of How to do Nothing by Jenny Odell and The Nap Ministry which you can follow on social media. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thecreativealchemist/support

In this episode I'll be providing you with 3 things: Delicious questions for you to reflect on regarding 2020 Scrumptious questions for you to noodle on for 2021 A succulent menu of what things you can expect from me in the coming year. Enjoy! Don't forget to subscribe, rate, and become a monthly supporter of the podcast. Follow the podcast on Instagram! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thecreativealchemist/support

On this episode, I'll answer a question I get > very < often: should I charge for my work? Tune in for the answer and more. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thecreativealchemist/support

On this episode I'll get into the upside of having a newsletter (because ya should!) and helpful tools to creating one. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thecreativealchemist/support

Sarah Vega is an entrepreneur, bilingual content creator, podcaster, and tooth fairy; born and raised in Newark, NJ. She always had a love for media and culture ignited by her first recollection of a Vanidades magazine. Having a background in Journalism, Sarah has managed to take her talents and work with various publications, in regards to fashion and culture. All of her past experiences have led her to create and cultivate her multi media network, Dique! Media where she publishes her weekly podcast, Dique! Her goal with Dique! Media is to bridge the gap between the Latinx community and the African American community and make content for us by us. During this journey, Sarah Vega has founded a new venture, Lujo Toothpolish under her Lujo Wellness LLC which focuses on combining holistic and cosmetic dental care. Inspired by her now infamous logo, Lujo Toothpolish has managed to reach hundreds of households with a product that is combining media and self care to ultimately bring together the original goal of Dique! Media to fruition: to create a medium for us by us. Sarah Vega es una empresaria, creadora de contenido, bilingüe, podcaster nacida y criada en Newark, NJ. Sarah siempre le ha gustado la cultura sobre la "farándula" que comenzó cuando su madre le compró su primera revista de Vanidades. Preparada con su estudios de Periodismo, Sarah Vega ha trabajado en publicacion diferentes de música y moda. Las experiencias de Sarah la he inspirado para crear su propio red de medios, Dique! Media adonde ella publica su podcast, Dique! semanal.  La meta con Dique! Media es integrar las audiencias Latinx e Afro Americana y producir contenido para nosotros. Durante esta trayectoria, Sarah Vega comenzó su próximo negocio, Lujo Tooth Polish, un producto de polvo para cepillarse sus dientes. Lujo Tooth Polish ha logrado llegar a cientos de hogares combinando red de medios y la intención de enseñar  la prácticas de una vida saludable. Últimamente, logramos la meta original de Dique!: combinando e integrando las comunidades Latinx e Afro Americano. You can follow Sarah's work at:  instagram.com/diquemedia instagram.com/lujotoothpolish --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thecreativealchemist/support

Joshua(Tevyn) Alleyne is 28 years old, is an experienced Actor/Voice Actor, Photographer, Writer and Editor, and Certified Professional Life Coach. Joshua has been immersed in theatrical interpretation since middle school, landing the role of Scar in The Lion King. With his theatre experience continuing in high school, Joshua was cast as the lead character “Joshua” in Bang Bang You're Dead. He was “Malcolm” in Hartford Stage's Breakdancing Shakespeare Macbeth. And he played 4 ensemble roles that included singing and dancing in Annie with Hartford Children's Theater; as well as part of the lead cast as Seaweed J. Stubbs in Hairspray. Joshua has been helping those in need of all ages and walks of life since middle school, and now promotes and fosters healthy and positive growth of all kinds in his Life Coaching business. He aspires to be a real life cartoon in his Voice Over work! You can check out his voice over work here: http://www.bobbinrobbin.com/#site-header --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thecreativealchemist/support

In this episode I chop it up with a very special guest: my nephew. We discuss the importance of art, why he likes art, what art he likes to make, and what the world ought to do to be a better place. He's pretty cool. Bee tee dubs, we got a new logo! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thecreativealchemist/support

In this episode, I talk about the role, nay, the responsibility an artist has in a social movement. Spoiler alert, it's to get involved. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thecreativealchemist/support

In this episode, I talk about changes coming to the podcast, why it's been so long, and what's to come. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thecreativealchemist/support

In this episode, I share some of the resources for artists that are available to help them out during COVID-19 (there, I said it). The episode is a smidge all over the place BUT 3 things I definitely cover are: 1.) A good list for you to start with, 2.) tips on how to fill out these online applications, and 3.) documentation you may need when filling these out. I also mention CT-specific resources I found out about as well as things to be wary of when applying to any resource. Always protect your neck, my fellow artists [insert heart emoji here]. Here are links to resources mentioned in the episode: https://creative-capital.org/2020/03/13/list-of-arts-resources-during-the-covid-19-outbreak/ https://portal.ct.gov/DECD/Content/Arts-Culture/Funding_Opportunities/CT-Artists-RESPOND-grants https://portal.ct.gov/DECD/Content/Arts-Culture/Funding_Opportunities/Relief-Fund-for-Connecticut-Artists --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thecreativealchemist/support

In this episode I critique organizations that are pushing art competitions as a way to “support” artists. And I go off on how artists are, yet again, being neglected because our work is seen as a hobby. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thecreativealchemist/support

In this episode I share my very limited knowledge on copyrights and why you, my artist friend, need to start learning about them to protect your art, yourself, and ya neck (that's a Wu-Tang Clan reference). --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thecreativealchemist/support

On this episode, I answer the question of how I stay motivated. Frankly, it's because I don't. Tune in to learn some tips for staying creative regardless of whether or not motivation wants to be your friend. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thecreativealchemist/support

Diving into the impossible task of paying bills, eating, or surviving off of exposure. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thecreativealchemist/support

In this episode I give you details about my upcoming event: The Vision. I also go into networking with the geniuses you already know in your community and creating the events you want to see happening in your neck of the woods. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thecreativealchemist/support