The Elevated Creativity podcast

What is your purpose and reason for choosing entrepreneurship? With our amazing guest today, we discussed how one can build their legacy for their kids / family through Creative Entrepreneurship. This episode features Mink'd Out Extensions owner, India Mason. India is a native of Prince George's County Maryland by way of New Orleans, Louisiana. She is a graduate of Clark Atlanta University, a member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority incorporated, and a trailblazing entrepreneur. Her brand Mink'd Out Extensions, is a hair extensions company that specializes in offering quality hair extensions at an affordable price. Since the start of her journey into the hair industry, she has gained notoriety and has gotten the approval of quality by many. She has been featured in Voyage ATL, Vogue, as well as numerous tv/music and media outlets. Above all her titles, her most favorite is “mommy”. She is a new mom to a baby girl and says that she is the reason for it all. Currently when she's not building her empire, she is hitting the books pursuing her PHD in Neurology at Baylor University. IG: @indinoelle, @minkdoutextensions FB: Got Mink'd? Website: www.gotminkd.com Follow Jon @jonathan_d_harris and his business page @monarch_mentality Follow Q @qdiddy_7 and her business page @queupproductions Subscribe to our YouTube channel Elevated Creativity: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUAXWWBhp3iGUeXeBCo7VDw --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/elevatedcreativity/support

How important is your faith when it comes to pursuing your dreams? Our special guest today - Tunisia Bowen, a native Atlanta actress and vocalist, developed a passion for the arts as a child and continues to cultivate her love for singing and passion for live theatre and TV/film. Tunisia's most recent TV/film appearance credits include (TVONE) Sins of the City (2021) For MY MAN (2021) & “Atlanta Homicide. Additionally, you may recognize her from Regions Bank Commercials. She has also had the pleasure of performing (off-off Broadway) Tunisia, has graced the stage of Horizon, Southwest Performing Arts, Porter Sanford, The Strand, and 14th St Playhouse theaters in Atlanta, GA. She is Grateful to God for opening doors and family and friends for all of their tremendous support along such an incredible journey. Tunisia developed a passion for the arts as a child and continues to cultivate her knack for Art and passion for Christ to encourage and inspire women through her brand “Bold Faith Cosmetics”. Bold Faith Cosmetics, LLC was birthed to not only give hope but also to inspire women of all shapes, sizes, and nationalities to live BOLDLY for CHRIST; by encouraging them through makeup. While merging her talents and gifts her goal is to simply encourage women to love themselves purely, confidently, and fully just as CHRIST does. Bold Faith Cosmetics is "Where Faith and Beauty intersect" our purpose is to provide inspiration through makeup. Makeup with a message of faith, hope, and love. IG: @tunisiabowen, @boldfaithcosmetics Website: www.boldfaithcosmetics.com Follow Jon @jonathan_d_harris and his business page @monarch_mentality Follow Q @qdiddy_7 and her business page @queupproductions Subscribe to our YouTube channel Elevated Creativity: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUAXWWBhp3iGUeXeBCo7VDw --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/elevatedcreativity/support

On this episode we were joined by our good friend, stylist and owner of the online boutique New Era of Style, Savitra. Savitra is a native of Pinewood, South Carolina. A graduate of Clemson University, she received her Bachelor of Science degree in Graphic Communication and later returned to earn her MBA with a concentration in Entrepreneurship & Innovation. Her life's journey has been just that A JOURNEY of self-exploration! That has led her to better understand her talents, passions, and purpose. Futuristic • Creative • Visionary • Entrepreneur • Business Savvy • Boss are the words she would use to describe herself. Her natural ability to create, her love for business and desire for helping others has allowed her to embark on amazing opportunities. She is the owner of New Era of Style an online career and lifestyle boutique for working professional men and women with a huge emphasis on philanthropy and education IG: @newera_ofstyle, @newera_ofstyle4men, @sdotthestrengthscoach, @sdotthestylist Facebook: neweraofsty13 Email: neweraofstyle@gmail.com Websites: www.neweraofstyle.com https://www.gallup.com/learning/certification/en/15179/profile.aspx LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/new-era-of-style-llc Follow Jon @jonathan_d_harris and his business page @monarch_mentality Follow Q @qdiddy_7 and her business page @queupproductions Subscribe to our YouTube channel Elevated Creativity: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUAXWWBhp3iGUeXeBCo7VDw --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/elevatedcreativity/support

On today's episode our special guest - actress, entrepreneur and owner of MR22 Entertainment - Mahogany Raspberry, joins us to discuss the resilience it takes to not only obtain success, but sustain it as well. Born native of Mobile, Alabama, Mahogany began performing in her youth at local talent shows. She toured for 2 ½ yrs in the blues market, and decided to move to Atlanta, Georgia and that's where she found her niche. She jumped head first into the modeling world, and got bit by the acting bug. She has been in many stageplays, Web series, Tv shows, skits and more. Mahogany Raspberry, was also given the opportunity of having her own radio show for 4yrs “Ms Mo's Intimacy Box”, where there was a panel of 4 ladies, having intimate conversations about life and things that went on in the calendar year. As a person who lets to set daily goals, she set out to start her own entertainment company. She started with writing her own monologues, which turned into shorts, and become full films projects. There was the birth of MR22 Entertainment. IG: @_glamourpuss / @glamourpussincc Twitter: @_glamourpuss Health & Beauty website: www.glamourpussu.com IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm6963751/ Follow Jon @jonathan_d_harris and his business page @monarch_mentality Follow Q @qdiddy_7 and her business page @queupproductions Subscribe to our YouTube channel Elevated Creativity: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUAXWWBhp3iGUeXeBCo7VDw The Single Life web series https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GULt4ODMBGM --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/elevatedcreativity/support

If you are an aspiring actor who is interested in making it your full-time profession or if you are a working actor who is interested in joining SAG (Screen Actors Guild), this episode is for you! We are joined by Durrell Lyons, a trained actor, dancer, spoken word artist and voice over artist. Originally from Wichita Falls, TX, his work includes a supporting role in the Netflix film “Alice”, a recurring role in “Tyler Perry's the Have and Have Nots”, and a co-starring role on the DC Comics series “Doom Patrol”. IG: @DurrellLyonsPerforms FB: @DurrellLyonsPerforms Twitter: @DurrellLyons Spotify: Durrell Lyons Poetry Follow Jon @jonathan_d_harris and his business page @monarch_mentality Follow Q @qdiddy_7 and her business page @queupproductions “The Single Life” web series https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EDNzu726utY Subscribe to our YouTube channel Elevated Creativity: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUAXWWBhp3iGUeXeBCo7VDw --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/elevatedcreativity/support

On this episode of the Elevated Creativity podcast, we delve into inspiration and thought provoking conversation with the kool kid herself, Nekki B. Nekki B. is the creator of the site Koolkidnekki.com which was founded due to a lack of representation and celebration of artist and curators of the culture. Nekki B. had a goal to create a platform that not only highlights businesses, Art and culture; she wanted to create a safe space to celebrate the innovators and visionaries behind the art and creative culture of the world. As the founder, creative director , writer and sometimes Videographer/photographer for most of the content on the Koolkidnekki.com, Nekki has been consistent in building a platform for Artist, Curators, Creatives and a safe space for the Culture. Follow Nekki via Instagram @koolkidnekki and her natural hair care page @nekkibstyles Follow Jon @jonathan_d_harris and his business page @monarch_mentality Follow Q @qdiddy_7 and her business page @queupproductions Subscribe to our YouTube channel Elevated Creativity: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUAXWWBhp3iGUeXeBCo7VDw --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/elevatedcreativity/support

On this episode of the Elevated Creativity podcast, we interview Dap Paxton of Dapsworld Studios, a marketing, branding and entertainment company based in Atlanta, Georgia. We discuss the importance of combining belief, passion and purpose to bring our visions from a dream to reality. Dap Paxton, if a photo popped up everytime someone used the phrase "renaissance man" it would be his headshot. Flint born but Decatur and Oakland City raised him. Proud father & husband this multi-facted creative entrepreneur always seems to take his audience by surprise. The award winning stage and film actor, writer, producer, director has been recognized for his portrayal as Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. in Katori Hall's The Mountain Top, and as Dexter Jackson in Bobby & Renee Peoples comedy webseries Dexter Jackson's Guide to Dating. And he's just getting started. Follow Dap via Instagram @dapsworld and his business page @dapsworldstudios https://dapsworldstudios.com/ Follow Jon @jonathan_d_harris and his business page @monarch_mentality Follow Q @qdiddy_7 and her business page @queupproductions Subscribe to our YouTube channel Elevated Creativity: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUAXWWBhp3iGUeXeBCo7VDw --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/elevatedcreativity/support

On episode 5, Q and Jon welcome their very first guest on the podcast - Chris James of Montyangelo productions. Chris is a successful photographer based in Atlanta, GA. He shares his journey from budding artist as a child, to actor, to stand-up comedian and ultimately working as a professional photographer. Follow Chris on Instagram / Facebook / Twitter @montyangelo Watch this episode via the YouTube channel: Elevated Creativity --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/elevatedcreativity/support

Happy Holidays!! We know 2020 has had some really trying times and left us with a lot of memories, both good and bad. A new year approaches with new opportunities, so let's make the best of it together! We'd love to hear from you. Please leave us a message recording and let us know your thoughts on the show so far as well as any questions you may have for us. Follow us on Instagram: @qdiddy_7 and @jonathan_d_harris Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUAXWWBhp3iGUeXeBCo7VDw --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/elevatedcreativity/support

On episode 4 of the Elevated Creativity podcast Jon and Q continue their discussion about their experiences working on set of various media productions. They discuss their most memorable moments, their successes, lessons learned and some challenges faced as well as provide practical advice on ways to elevate your creative talents on set. Resources are also provided for those seeking production opportunities and they also give a few pointers on getting paid in the film industry. Subscribe to our YouTube channel Elevated Creativity: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUAXWWBhp3iGUeXeBCo7VDw Listen via Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3mcobDcbyub15sv1fMVc8v?si=VRlCffV9RPO9WHs1g85N4A Listen via Anchor Fm app: https://anchor.fm/elevatedcreativity/episodes/Elevate-Your-Creativity--Meet-Your-Hosts-eljfn9 Listen via Google Podcast: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy8zMDU2MDM0NC9wb2RjYXN0L3Jzcw== QueUp Productions' website: https://www.queupproductions.com/ Watch A Time For Love feature film: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TgAMztfTPOQ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/elevatedcreativity/support

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Innovation. Originality. Professionalism. Hosted by Film producers Que and Jon, this podcast features discussions and interviews with entertainment industry professionals including visual artists, creatives, content creators, actors, directors, producers, writers, etc. If you're looking to elevate the delivery and execution of your creativity, this podcast is for you! Don't forget to subscribe to our YouTube channel for additional content: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9__JAsmqnQo&t=40s --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/elevatedcreativity/support

On episode 3 of the Elevated Creativity podcast Jon and Q share their experiences working on set of various media productions. They discuss the their experiences with successes and lessons learned, as well as provide practical advice on ways to ensure you're always called back to be a part of production teams, setting your rates and working with/in varying personalities and environments. If you're new to the on-set film life and would like some pointers or even if you're a filming veteran who may share in some of their same experiences, then this episode is for you. Subscribe to our YouTube channel Elevated Creativity: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUAXWWBhp3iGUeXeBCo7VDw Listen via Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3mcobDcbyub15sv1fMVc8v?si=VRlCffV9RPO9WHs1g85N4A Listen via Anchor Fm app: https://anchor.fm/elevatedcreativity/episodes/Elevate-Your-Creativity--Meet-Your-Hosts-eljfn9 Listen via Google Podcast: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy8zMDU2MDM0NC9wb2RjYXN0L3Jzcw== QueUp Productions' website: https://www.queupproductions.com/ Watch A Time For Love feature film: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TgAMztfTPOQ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/elevatedcreativity/support

On episode 2 of the Elevated Creativity podcast Jon and Q share their experiences networking in the industry from the ground up, including their humble beginnings in the artistic and entertainment industries. They discuss the importance of networking and how building and fostering certain relationships can have a lasting impact on pursuing your purpose path. Follow us on Instagram @qdiddy_7 and @jonathan_d_harris Follow our business pages @queupproductions and @monarch_mentality Subscribe to our YouTube channel Elevated Creativity: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUAXWWBhp3iGUeXeBCo7VDw Listen via Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3mcobDcbyub15sv1fMVc8v?si=VRlCffV9RPO9WHs1g85N4A Listen via Anchor Fm app: https://anchor.fm/elevatedcreativity/episodes/Elevate-Your-Creativity--Meet-Your-Hosts-eljfn9 Listen via Google Podcast: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy8zMDU2MDM0NC9wb2RjYXN0L3Jzcw== --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/elevatedcreativity/support

This is the premiere episode of the Elevated Creativity podcast. Meet your hosts Qulanda R. Moore (aka "Que") of QueUpProductions [formally QRMedia Productions] and Jonathan Harris (aka "Jon") of Monarch Mentality Productions as they discuss the purpose of this podcast and how they hope to motivate and inspire creatives to take their talents to the next level. Follow us on Instagram @qdiddy_7 and @jonathan_d_harris Subscribe to our YouTube channel Elevated Creativity: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUAXWWBhp3iGUeXeBCo7VDw Listen via Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3mcobDcbyub15sv1fMVc8v?si=VRlCffV9RPO9WHs1g85N4A Listen via Anchor Fm app: https://anchor.fm/elevatedcreativity/episodes/Elevate-Your-Creativity--Meet-Your-Hosts-eljfn9 Listen via Google Podcast: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy8zMDU2MDM0NC9wb2RjYXN0L3Jzcw== QueUp Productions' website: https://www.queupproductions.com/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/elevatedcreativity/support