Behind the Creative

Dr. Kristelle Beecher, PhD, MBA
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Behind the Creative is an intimate podcast series exploring the intersection of mental health, emotional framing, and creative work. Hosted by Dr. Kristelle Beecher, founder of The Creative Corporate, the show engages artists, musicians, designers, and creatives in deep discussions about how mindset, resilience, and authenticity shape their work. Hosted by Dr. Kristelle Beecher, an industrial-organizational psychologist, culture innovator, and Forbes HR Council Member. As a first-generation American, Kristelle brings a bold lens to the conversation, blending science, storytelling, and soul. With a PhD in I/O Psychology, an MBA in HR, and a BA in Journalism, her mission is to help creatives design their careers and brand their brilliance to build lives that align with who they really are. 🎧 Catch the first season, launching Summer 2025 on YouTube and all major streaming platforms! This podcast is brought to you by The Creative Corporate: www.thecreativecorporate.com Lead Producer: Dexter "Furg" Fugerson Music Produced by: Devin O’Bannon/Black Irish Entertainment Artist: Devin O’Bannon

  1. Use These Strategies to Protect Your Mental Health as a Creative with Jai Huntley

    5. JAN.

    Use These Strategies to Protect Your Mental Health as a Creative with Jai Huntley

    In this episode of Behind the Creative, Dr. Kristelle (https://www.instagram.com/drkristelle) sits down with Jai Huntley (https://www.instagram.com/jai.huntley), founder of Protect Your Mental (https://www.instagram.com/protectyourmental_), clinical mental health counselor, therapist, and faith-led creative entrepreneur, for a grounded conversation on mental health, calling, and sustainability in creative work. Jai shares the personal story that led her into therapy and how Protect Your Mental grew from an idea into a mission rooted in storytelling, ministry, and community. Together, they explore how misalignment with one’s true calling often shows up as burnout and emotional exhaustion, especially for creatives navigating multiple identities. Drawing from both clinical insight and lived experience, Jai offers healthier, more sustainable coping strategies, discusses how faith and creativity intersect in her work, and shares how she protects her own mental health while being a source of guidance for others. This episode is a reminder that rest and recovery are essential, not optional, for creatives building meaningful, purpose-driven lives. In this episode of Behind the Creative, Dr. Kristelle (https://www.instagram.com/drkristelle) sits down with Jai Huntley (https://www.instagram.com/jai.huntley), founder of Protect Your Mental (https://www.instagram.com/protectyourmental_), clinical mental health counselor, therapist, and faith-led creative entrepreneur, for a grounded conversation on mental health, calling, and sustainability in creative work. Jai shares the personal story that led her into therapy and how Protect Your Mental grew from an idea into a mission rooted in storytelling, ministry, and community. Together, they explore how misalignment with one’s true calling often shows up as burnout and emotional exhaustion, especially for creatives navigating multiple identities. Drawing from both clinical insight and lived experience, Jai offers healthier, more sustainable coping strategies, discusses how faith and creativity intersect in her work, and shares how she protects her own mental health while being a source of guidance for others. This episode is a reminder that rest and recovery are essential, not optional, for creatives building meaningful, purpose-driven lives. -- Learn more about The Creative Corporate: www.thecreativecorporate.com Buy Coop Sleep Goods – because better sleep starts here. Get 20% off your first purchase or 10% off repeat purchases: http://coopsleepgoods.com/drkristelle -- Lead Producer: Dexter "Furg" Fugerson Music Produced by: Devin O’Bannon / Black Irish Entertainment Artist: Devin O’Bannon

    40 Min.
  2. How to Navigate Being a First as a Creative with Chris Peay

    15.12.2025

    How to Navigate Being a First as a Creative with Chris Peay

    In this episode of Behind the Creative, Kristelle (https://www.instagram.com/drkristelle) sits down with Chris Peay (https://www.instagram.com/chris.peay), co-founder of Cxmmunity Media, the Black-owned media agency reshaping gaming, entertainment, and culture, for a conversation you haven’t heard before. Chris opens up about his journey from collegiate athletics to sports marketing, music entrepreneurship, and ultimately building a creative company at the intersection of culture and community. As the first in his family to graduate college, he reflects on the invisible pressure of being “the first,” the responsibility that comes with it, and how those expectations can quietly shape our personal and professional decisions. Together, Kristelle and Chris unpack what it really means to create boundaries as a first-generation leader, how to balance family responsibility with creative ambition, and how to unlearn guilt and shame while honoring your creative calling. They also explore how Chris has redefined success over time and how his lived experiences have become a core part of branding his brilliance. This episode is a powerful reflection for anyone navigating entrepreneurship, creative careers, or the weight of expectation while carving a path no one else around them has walked before. -- Learn more about The Creative Corporate: www.thecreativecorporate.com Buy Coop Sleep Goods – because better sleep starts here. Get 20% off your first purchase or 10% off repeat purchases: http://coopsleepgoods.com/drkristelle -- Lead Producer: Dexter "Furg" Fugerson Music Produced by: Devin O’Bannon / Black Irish Entertainment Artist: Devin O’Bannon

    34 Min.
  3. How to Stop People Pleasing with Music Artist BaeGii

    01.12.2025

    How to Stop People Pleasing with Music Artist BaeGii

    In this episode of Behind the Creative, Dr. Kristelle (https://www.instagram.com/drkristelle) sits down with music artist and vibrant creative voice Gianni “BaeGii” Chatman (https://www.instagram.com/baegii/) to explore what really happens when you stop people pleasing and start believing in your own voice. From turning heartbreaks into lyrics to injecting personality and vibrant storytelling into her music, BaeGii’s journey has the courage to stand out even when blending in feels easier. Learn the key to unlocking how she navigates an industry where individuality can feel both like a superpower and a risk. This conversation is a key reminder that your brilliance is your advantage, that personality is part of your power, and that staying true to yourself is the real win, even when the world tries to tell you who you should be. -- Learn more about The Creative Corporate: www.thecreativecorporate.com Buy Coop Sleep Goods – because better sleep starts here. Get 20% off your first purchase or 10% off repeat purchases: http://coopsleepgoods.com/drkristelle -- Lead Producer: Dexter "Furg" Fugerson Music Produced by: Devin O’Bannon / Black Irish Entertainment Artist: Devin O’Bannon

    31 Min.
  4. What to Do as a Corporate Creative Before Burnout

    17.11.2025

    What to Do as a Corporate Creative Before Burnout

    In this episode, we explore the moment that forced corporate creative strategist Dior George to slow down and confront the pressure women face in both creative and corporate environments. Dior opens up about juggling motherhood, high stakes projects, and the invisible expectations placed on high achieving women, until a single moment made it clear that something had to change. What followed was a powerful realization about alignment, emotional capacity, and the myth that women must sacrifice their well being to maintain success. Dior shares the internal breakdown that led to a breakthrough, redefining what balance, ambition, and self trust look like for modern creatives and working mothers. This conversation dives deep into burnout, identity, mental health, and the permission to build a life and career that honors all parts of who you are. -- Learn more about The Creative Corporate: www.thecreativecorporate.com Buy Coop Sleep Goods – because better sleep starts here. Get 20% off your first purchase or 10% off repeat purchases: http://coopsleepgoods.com/drkristelle -- Lead Producer: Dexter "Furg" Fugerson Music Produced by: Devin O’Bannon / Black Irish Entertainment Artist: Devin O’Bannon

    34 Min.
  5. How to Define Your Career During Uncertain Times with CJ Simmons

    03.11.2025

    How to Define Your Career During Uncertain Times with CJ Simmons

    In this episode of Behind the Creative, Dr. Kristelle (https://www.instagram.com/drkristelle) sits down with creative strategist and sports marketing veteran CJ Simmons (https://www.instagram.com/mr_cjsimmons) to explore what it truly means to define the undefined — in life, in business, sports, and in creativity. From launching his career at NASA to shaping partnerships across all six major sports leagues — NFL, NBA, MLB, NHL, MLS, and WNBA — CJ’s journey is a testament to reinvention, clarity, and purpose in the midst of transition. Together, they unpack what it means to navigate ambiguous seasons, turn uncertainty into creative momentum, and measure progress without traditional metrics. CJ opens up about the truths he’s learning to say out loud, the habits that keep him grounded, and his upcoming book exploring the art of defining life’s undefined chapters. This conversation is a powerful reflection on identity, alignment, and brilliance. It reminds us that even when the path isn’t clear, forward motion is still progress — and that sometimes, the undefined seasons are where our purpose begins to take shape. -- Learn more about The Creative Corporate: www.thecreativecorporate.com Buy Coop Sleep Goods – because better sleep starts here. Get 20% off your first purchase or 10% off repeat purchases: http://coopsleepgoods.com/drkristelle -- Lead Producer: Dexter "Furg" Fugerson Music Produced by: Devin O’Bannon / Black Irish Entertainment Artist: Devin O’Bannon

    36 Min.
  6. The Cost of Navigating Vulnerability in Reality TV & Music with Norman Wakefield

    21.10.2025

    The Cost of Navigating Vulnerability in Reality TV & Music with Norman Wakefield

    In this episode of Behind the Creative, Dr. Kristelle (@drkristelle) sits down with multi-talented artist, media personality, and rising musician Norman Wakefield (@allayemusic) to explore what it really means to build an authentic career in the entertainment industry. From reality TV appearances on Maury and Tyra Banks to hosting on Atlanta’s Power 104.9 and launching his music career as Al Laye, Norman shares his journey of resilience, reinvention, and the courage to create something real in a digital age. This conversation is a masterclass in authenticity, creativity, and building a brand with heart. Norman’s story reminds us that authenticity isn’t optional if you want to last in entertainment, and it challenges you to reflect: Where are you hiding in your work, and what would it look like if you showed up as the real you? -- Connect with Norman Wakefield: Instagram Connect with Dr. Kristelle: Instagram Learn more about The Creative Corporate: www.thecreativecorporate.com Coop Sleep Goods – better sleep starts here. Get 20% off your first purchase or 10% off repeat purchases: http://coopsleepgoods.com/drkristelle -- Lead Producer: Dexter "Furg" Fugerson Music Produced by: Devin O’Bannon / Black Irish Entertainment Artist: Devin O’Bannon

    42 Min.
  7. How to Battle Imposter Syndrome and Conquer Your Mental Health as an Actor with Joseph Cox

    06.10.2025

    How to Battle Imposter Syndrome and Conquer Your Mental Health as an Actor with Joseph Cox

    Musician, actor, model, and creative visionary Joseph Cox shares how his love for music and storytelling evolved into The Artistry Collective—a movement designed to bring creatives together through vulnerability, authenticity, and collaboration. We talk about navigating mental health as a creator, redefining leadership through empathy, and turning passion into impact. Joseph opens up about his journey from imposter syndrome to influence, the lessons he’s learned in building community from the ground up, and how his upcoming EP reflects both his evolution as an artist and as a leader. If you’ve ever questioned where you belong or how to find your tribe, this conversation will help you remember that community isn’t found—it’s built. This episode is brought to you by The Creative Corporate: www.thecreativecorporate.com Better sleep starts here with Coop Sleep Goods and 20% off your first purchase or 10% off your repeat purchases: http://coopsleepgoods.com/drkristelle Connect with Dr. Kristelle (https://www.instagram.com/drkristelle) -- Connect with Joseph Cox: Website: www.thejosephwayne.com Instagram: @joeycox91 Email: Joseph.Cox91@gmail.com IMDb: www.imdb.me/josephwayne Representation - UWM: https://www.ursulawiedmannmodels.com/portfolio/talent-men/men/2754292/joseph-wayne Website: The Artistry Collective - www.theartistrycollectiveatl.com Instagram: @theartistrycollectiveatl Greenhouse Arts and Media - www.greenhouseproductions.com/programs/atlanta-connect/ — Lead Producer: Dexter "Furg" Fugerson Music Produced by: Devin O’Bannon / Black Irish Entertainment Artist: Devin O’Bannon

    36 Min.
  8. Monetize Your Creative Business with These Steps to Unlock Cash Flow! Learn from Shahlayo Ranson

    22.09.2025

    Monetize Your Creative Business with These Steps to Unlock Cash Flow! Learn from Shahlayo Ranson

    What does it really take to build a creative business when your identity is part of the story? On this episode of Behind the Creative, Shahlayo Ranson, host of The Ultimate Blerd podcast, shares how his love and passion for anime, sci-fi, and content production turned into a business. We talk about tangibly building something from the ground up, finding the white space in a crowded market, and using your unique perspective as fuel rather than a limitation. Shahlayo opens up about moments of being “the only one” in certain rooms, but more importantly, how he used that experience to stay authentic while creating a brand that resonates far beyond himself. If you’re ready to stop waiting for a seat at the table and start building your own, this conversation will give you both the inspiration and the strategy to make it happen. This episode is brought to you by The Creative Corporate: www.thecreativecorporate.com -- Lead Producer: Dexter "Furg" Fugerson Music Produced by: Devin O’Bannon/Black Irish Entertainment Artist: Devin O’Bannon

    41 Min.
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Behind the Creative is an intimate podcast series exploring the intersection of mental health, emotional framing, and creative work. Hosted by Dr. Kristelle Beecher, founder of The Creative Corporate, the show engages artists, musicians, designers, and creatives in deep discussions about how mindset, resilience, and authenticity shape their work. Hosted by Dr. Kristelle Beecher, an industrial-organizational psychologist, culture innovator, and Forbes HR Council Member. As a first-generation American, Kristelle brings a bold lens to the conversation, blending science, storytelling, and soul. With a PhD in I/O Psychology, an MBA in HR, and a BA in Journalism, her mission is to help creatives design their careers and brand their brilliance to build lives that align with who they really are. 🎧 Catch the first season, launching Summer 2025 on YouTube and all major streaming platforms! This podcast is brought to you by The Creative Corporate: www.thecreativecorporate.com Lead Producer: Dexter "Furg" Fugerson Music Produced by: Devin O’Bannon/Black Irish Entertainment Artist: Devin O’Bannon

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    Dr. Kristelle Beecher, PhD, MBA
  • Jahre aktiv
    2025 - 2026
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