Ordinary Thoughts

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It isn’t until a creator, entrepreneur, or any striving professional “makes it”, that their stories get told and amplified around the web. Sometimes, by looking too far ahead, we miss the opportunity to learn from, collaborate with, and celebrate our peers when they need the most support. What if, rather than listening to the mature thoughts of someone at the pinnacle of their career, we take a peek into the mind of a creator who’s in the middle of their journey?

  1. 12/03/2024

    visibility and vulnerability in poetry with the bee

    We're talking to Harlem-native artist and poet, The Bee. Tune in to learn more about how they turned personal struggles into powerful performances, winning their first competition, and navigating the complex world of professional poetry. Moments: 1:32 Meet The Bee  4:26 Learning poetry and finding inspiration  7:20 Challenges as a young person in poetry  10:12 Balancing personal vulnerability and public performance  13:18 Themes in Bee’s writing and real-life impact  18:58 Thinking about audience  21:30 Writing vs performing and some history on spoken word 33:45 Highlights of the year 2024 and looking ahead at 2025 38:15 Advice to aspiring poets  43:50 Some of Bee’s favorite things  Connect with The Bee: https://www.instagram.com/thebee.theartist/

    51 min

  2. 11/12/2024

    soft life, real work with priscilla o. agyeman of saddie baddies

    We're talking to Priscilla Agyeman, the visionary behind Saddie Baddies®, a platform dedicated to reshaping mental health discourse for young Black, Latinx, Asian, Indigenous, and multiracial communities. As a creative entrepreneur, thought leader, and mental health activist, Priscilla founded Saddie Baddies® in 2019 to address the gaps in digital conversations about mental health. Since then, the community has gone on to develop important mental health resources, The Soft Life podcast, many online and IRL events, and more!  In this episode, we explore the realities of balancing full-time jobs with entrepreneurship, the importance of mental health, and what self-care looks like for community leaders. We’ll also dive into the impact of Saddie Baddies® and its partnerships with some of our favorite brands. Moments:  1:40 Meet Priscilla, founder of Saddie Baddies  4:20 Influences on mental health advocacy and entrepreneurship  8:20 The journey to founding Saddie Baddies  18:20 Redefining self-care and healing while balancing 9-5 and a 5-9 38:32 Remaining authentic to your mission while collaborating with big brands 41:28 The microscope on Black and Brown creators 50:17 Advice to aspiring creative entrepreneurs  54:28 Some of Priscilla’s favorite things  Connet with Priscilla: Instagram Follow Saddie Baddies Listen to the Soft Life Podcast More Important Links

    59 min

  3. 11/04/2024

    poetry, publishing, and mental health with leisly ann roman

    Leisly Ann Roman is a writer and poet whose work explores the intersections of cultural identity, mental health, and personal resilience.  Born and raised in New York City as the eldest daughter of Dominican-immigrant parents, Leisly has been shaped by her experiences and the diverse cultures around her. A passionate advocate for mental health, Leisly Ann's poetry addresses themes like cultural expectations, self-doubt, and the struggles of living with Obsessive Compulsive Disorder and disordered eating. In this episode, we dive into her journey through poetry and mental health, discuss the impact of cultural expectations on self-perception, and explore her path to healing.  Moments:  1:30 Meet Leisly Ann 3:00 Early inspirations  7:38 Writing from lived experience  10:32 Publishing and working with Alegría 16:25 Writing in English and Spanish as a first-gen kid 25:36 Community and support systems 31:40 Advice to her younger self  36:40 Creative process and pressure for a second book  39:38 Some of Leisly-Ann’s favorite things  Connect with Leisly Ann: On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_literaryhope/# Purchase her book: https://linktr.ee/leislyann_

    46 min

  4. 10/16/2024

    the art of storytelling with zhane'l speaks

    Everyday at the crack of dawn, Zhane’l Speaks enjoys sipping her chamomile tea as she writes about the one thing that intrigues her the most - love. For as long as she can remember, she has always been fascinated by love. Love enthralls her soul and pulls her closer to her purpose. Though love is a concept she follows, she does not keep her work within bounds. She enjoys writing tasteful erotica and screenplays that mimic poetry.  Zhane’l Speaks work has been featured on platforms such as; Rest Assured Podcast, Indie Author Tuesday, ColorBloc Magazine, and Substack. Moments:  1:17 meet Zhane’l  3:08 childhood and inspiration  5:13 vulnerability in writing and deciding on what to share 8:06 challenges in writing  11:08 audience and purpose  14:12 storytelling through visual arts and creative direction  19:50 spike lee and pursuing filmmaking  23:18 community building, social burnout, and taking time to find your people  29:26 untapped creative outlets and future plans  31:30 2024 wins and reflecting on the year  34:21 advice for emerging storytellers  36:20 some of Zhane’l’s favorite things  Connect with Zhane’l Speaks On Instagram  On Substack

    43 min

  5. 10/09/2024

    slam poetry and writing techniques with ShakinDaWorld

    ShakinDaWorld is a rapper, singer, guitarist, and poet from Queens, New York. We’re talking to him about his introduction to poetry and music, his experiences as a mentor and teacher in those spaces, and what’s ahead for Troublemakers Collective. Moments: 1:06 meet ShakinDaWorld 8:03 writing techniques across slam and paper poetry, rapping, singing, and beyond 16:08 trauma poetry and themes in writing 13:13 audience and legacy 20:45 community building and curating events with Troublemakers Collective 25:09 changing the narrative about becoming an artist when you don’t grow up around any 28:55 lessons from the industry 30:55 teaching songwriting and mentoring youth 34:46 reflecting on 2024 and looking ahead 36:33 advice for poets, writers, curators, and community builders 38:00 Some of ShakinDaWorld’s favorite things

    40 min

  6. 10/07/2024

    spoken truths with poet gabriel ramirez

    Today we’re talking to Gabriel Ramirez, a Queer Afro-Caribbean poet, activist, and teaching artist whose powerful work serves as a catalyst for healing and social change.  Their work has been featured in Huffington Post, VIBE Magazine, Blavity, Upworthy, and in renowned publications like POETRY Magazine and The Breakbeat Poets Vol. 4: LatiNEXT, and more.  Gabriel’s writing and performance shine a spotlight on mental health, Afro-Latinidad, self-care, masculinity, and the African Diaspora. Gabriel is also deeply committed to mentoring young voices through workshops, coaching, and performances, using poetry to inspire self-expression. Today, we dive into the art of performance, the importance of authenticity, and how Gabriel builds community through their work. PRE ORDER "If Pit Bulls Had a God It'd Be a Pit Bull" today. Connect with Gabriel: Instagram Website

    1h 8m

  7. 09/30/2024

    free your mind with chántelle adanna

    Join us in supporting @chantelleadanna and her Free Mind campaign with @ifundwomen! Together, we can create space for Black women writers to share their stories, heal, and inspire. Your participation can make a real impact! Contribute here: [https://www.ifundwomen.com/projects/free-mind]  –– Chantelle Adanna is a Nigerian-American literary artist, self-published author, spoken word poet, and self-love advocate based in Los Angeles, California. Chántelle writes for women of color, particularly Black women, helping them to feel their own emotions when they are too busy carrying everyone else’s.  In 2019, she self-published her memoir, My Soul Told On Me, and has since continued to create powerful literary works, including journals, online workshops and resources. Stay tuned as we explore her journey, her creative process, and her vision for embracing vulnerability, redefining narratives in mental health and self-care, and uplifting women through words. Connect with Chantelle on Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/chantelleadanna/ Chantelle’s Important Links:  https://linktr.ee/chantelleadanna

    1h 10m

  8. 09/24/2024

    creating content and finding joy with aley arion

    Aley Arion is a true multi-hyphenate and multi-passionate creative, who calls herself a 'creative hope-dealer.' From her roots as an OG blogger to becoming a lifestyle and wellness writer, Aley shares stories that inspire through fashion, advice, and everyday life.  Her work has been featured on platforms like xoNecole, Essence, and her Substack community, Creative Girl Check-In. As the founder of Black Girl Playground, Aley has created a social wellness collective that brings joy and play into the digital world, reconnecting us all with our inner child. I can’t wait to dive into her journey today! Moments:  1:26 Meet Aley 4:06 Black Girl Playground  6:55 Defining “play” and wellness 10:08 Challenges in community building  14:24 Work/life “balance” 17:51 Creative writing and burnout  21:07 Building a personal brand  24:58 Authenticity and social media  29:35 Creative blocks and finding inspiration  32:15 Brand building and launching Black Girl Playground 37:32 How to get involved and the future of BGP 43:47 Advice for aspiring content creators, founders, etc.  46:02 Some of Aley’s favorite things  Connect with Aley:  On ⁠Instagram⁠ Join Black Girl Playground Her website

    51 min
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It isn’t until a creator, entrepreneur, or any striving professional “makes it”, that their stories get told and amplified around the web. Sometimes, by looking too far ahead, we miss the opportunity to learn from, collaborate with, and celebrate our peers when they need the most support. What if, rather than listening to the mature thoughts of someone at the pinnacle of their career, we take a peek into the mind of a creator who’s in the middle of their journey?

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