Episodes
Dec. 3, 2020
How to Start & Build Your Ideal Creative Business w/ LaShonda Brown, Biz Expert
When it comes to starting and growing a successful creative business, many artists feel stuck between a rock and a hard place. On one hand, they have a passion to pursue their creative gifts, and in the best case scenario, t…
Nov. 26, 2020
6 Things Every Creative Can Be Grateful For (Even in 2020!)
As artists dealing with the rollercoaster ride of the creative life, it's understandable that we sometimes lose sight of the blessing of doing what we love. The difficulties of making money, finding work, reaching audiences,…
Nov. 19, 2020
Yoga, Faith & You: Finding Balance in Body and Spirit w/ Miranda Jo Davis, Christian Yoga Instructor
What do you do when the things you are passionate about seem to be in direct conflict with your faith? Christian yoga instructor Miranda Jo Davis has discovered the keys to living out her faith through her passion for yoga ,…
Nov. 12, 2020
Make "New Year" Moves NOW to Advance Your Creative Career
Some people are all too happy to kiss 2020 goodbye. Should we as artists be looking forward to getting past everything 2020 threw at us? Or is there still some hope that 2020 can prove to be a year to remember in a positive …
Nov. 5, 2020
How to Unlock an Abundant Creative Business Mindset w/ Ashaala Shanae, Coach and Mentor
Is it possible for you to successfully blend the worlds of entertainment, education, ministry and entrepreneurship into a fulfilling and lucrative career? Our guest Ashaala Shanae has, and she is sharing how you can do the s…
Oct. 29, 2020
Passive Income: Mission Impossible for Creatives or Monumental Opportunity?
Is passive income just another "get rick quick' scheme that Christian creatives need to avoid? Or is it a means to honor God, grow our influence and increase our income at the same time? We talk about the mindset, myths and…
Oct. 21, 2020
Creatively in Sync: How to Discover New Opportunities during Turbulent Times w/ Somara Jacques, Attorney
When the music business was turned upside down by the 2020 pandemic, it wasn’t just the musicians who were affected by the changes. Professionals who support musicians and artists - lawyers, agents, and industry coaches - al…
Oct. 15, 2020
3 Confidence-Killers to Overcome so You Can Go LIVE and Serve your Audience
Putting yourself "out there" is scary...but if you don't show up, someone will miss out on a blessing. And it won't be just you. It'll be the people you are called to reach with your gift, your art, your music, your presence…
Oct. 8, 2020
How to Create Your Winning Mindset as a Working Musician with Jermaine Morgan, Musician / Author
What does it take to be a successful working musician? Is it all about being the first one they call for major tours and shows? Performing on the biggest albums? Or is it something else - something much more about mindset th…
Oct. 1, 2020
Multiple Income Streams? How Your Creative Mindset Unlocks New Ways to Earn Money
The O’Jays said it best… “Some people got to have it…” Yes, they were referring to money, but they might has well been referring to how we earn it. Discovering multiple streams of income has become a hot topic of conversatio…
Sept. 24, 2020
Secrets of Effective Music Marketing: How to Apply Smart Strategies and Get Noticed w/ Dre Marshall, Executive
Is successful music marketing and promotion all just a game of luck or being ‘connected?” Is it possible for the independent artist to get the word out about projects without a ton of money or a huge team? According to label…
Sept. 17, 2020
New Facebook Rules affecting Musicians and Livestreams | Fake news or cause for concern?
Is Facebook about to crush every musician who streams "musical experiences" as of October 1st? Or is this all a big misunderstanding? We're here to dispel some myths and help bring clarity to the entire debate on livestreami…
Sept. 11, 2020
How to Develop Your Artistic Influence and Thrive Through Transitions w/ Dwayne "Saint Orbin" Bennett, Musical Director and Producer
Dwayne “Saint Orbin” Bennett, multi-instrumentalist, singer, songwriter, producer and creative entrepreneur, has become one of the most respected and influential musicians in gospel, hip-hop, R&B and beyond. But he didn’t ge…
Sept. 3, 2020
Artists, Anxiety, and a Pandemic: How to Overcome Challenges as a Creative w/ Jeremy "DaConnect" Mills, Manager
What do you do when you’ve worked your whole life to become a mover and shaker in the music and entertainment industry - only to see that industry grind to a halt overnight?. Jeremy “DaConnect” Mills, musician, tour manager,…
Aug. 27, 2020
"What Now? What Next?" How to Handle Creative Uncertainty
If you’re uncertain about your creative future, you’re not alone. The entire music and entertainment industry has been turned upside down, and even creatives who are strong in their faith are questioning their next move. Whe…
Aug. 20, 2020
Who is your "Who"? 3 Keys to Coping with Change as a Creative
It’s a pointed question, but it must be asked... Who are you as a creative, and who are you doing all of this for? As we complete this series on the SERVICE steps in the God and Gigs book in this anniversary month, we reveal…
Aug. 13, 2020
How to Keep Cool Creatively when Life Goes Crazy: Setting Priorities, Changing Strategies, and Seeing a Better Future
When things go sideways in life...can you keep your cool and keep moving forward? The drastic changes that can alter our lives as creatives have never been more apparent. Cultural shifts, technological innovations and indust…
Aug. 6, 2020
How Prioritizing Key Relationships Keeps you Balanced as a Creative
Believe it or not, the value of your creative life can be determined by just one factor - the strength and quality of your relationships. Now that connections are fragile and social distancing has interfered with our ability…
July 30, 2020
How to Upgrade your Creative Confidence with Essential Daily Habits w/ LaVie and Allen C. Paul
It’s fun to switch things up once in a while. For over 70 shows, we’ve interviewed top musicians, artists and creatives, but our host has never been on the hot seat himself to answer questions about his creative routines. In…
July 23, 2020
Website Worries? How to Upgrade Your Online Presence and Increase Your Impact
If you didn’t think maintaining your website was important before...you’ve probably experienced a rude awakening in the past few months. As creatives the world over adapt to the new realities of post-pandemic life, we’ve see…
July 16, 2020
TBH: Keeping the Faith and Facing the Brutal Facts of Creative Life during a Pandemic
It's not always easy to keep your head up, creative. Especially now. In the face of continuous negative news, uncertain economic realities, and confusion in the culture, Christ-centered creatives are in between a rock and a …
July 9, 2020
4 Healthy Strategies When You're Feeling Angry as an Artist
Can you get mad without going mad? In the proper context, anger can motivate us to react, to change things, to move in new directions. As creatives, our emotions are often the main catalyst behind our inspiration . But what …
July 2, 2020
Discovering the Strength of Telling Your Story w/ Nate Setto, Recording Artist
Can God use the darkest moments of an artist’s life to guide him toward the path to true creative freedom and success? R&B artist Nate Setto, a rising young independent performer hailing from Detroit, has learned that lettin…
June 25, 2020
Create Your Incredible Music Career by Embracing Heart and Hustle w/ Kern Brantley
With a career that has spanned over 30 years working with the greatest entertainers and musicians in every genre, legendary musician and producer Kern Brantley is a walking and talking musical history lesson. From stepping i…