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How Culture Influences Creativity, Being Queer In The Late 90's, And The Importance Of Authenticity‪

Let’s welcome our next guest to the podcast activist, artist, and author Michael Dumlao! Michael is the brand director at Booz Allen Hamilton and the author of “Wisdom of Guncles: Living Life from a Queer Perspective” scheduled to publish in summer 2021.

Join us for this stimulating conversation as we discussed the role migration plays in his identity and creativity and how his upbringing as a Filipino immigrant and coming out as a gay Asian person was incredibly tough. Additionally, we talked about his upcoming book and how it uplifts untold LGBTQ stories.

Listen to episode 49 on iTunes here: How Culture Influences Creativity, Being Queer In The Late 90's, And The Importance Of Authenticity!

You Have To Invest In Yourself

“You have to invest in yourself. If you don’t invest in you, how can you ask somebody else to? You kinda have to have your own skin in the game.”

In this clip from our podcast, award-winning writer/director/producer and actor Tamika shares how valuable it is to invest in yourself. Tamika founded the non-profit organization Make A Film Foundation and is currently a supervising producer for the series Monogamy on Amazon Prime.

Continue listening to our conversation on entering the entertainment business without an agent or manager and the difference between filmmaking and commercial director. We also discuss the need for diverse voices in underrepresented communities in the commercial world and balancing art with commerce.

The full episode is available at Creative Haven under Apple Podcasts here:Getting Into The Entertainment Business, Difference Between Filmmaking And Commercial Direction, And The Importance Of Investing In Yoursel‪f‬.

Getting Into The Entertainment Business, Difference Between Filmmaking And Commercial Direction, And The Importance Of Investing In Yourself‪

Our next podcast guest this week is award-winning writer/director/producer and actor Tamika Lamison. Tamika is currently a supervising producer for the series Monogamy on Amazon Prime.

In this episode, we touch on entering the entertainment business without an agent or manager and the difference between filmmaking and commercial director. We also discuss the need for diverse voices in underrepresented communities in the commercial world and balancing art with commerce because art can be a product.

The full episode is available at Creative Haven under Apple Podcasts here:Getting Into The Entertainment Business, Difference Between Filmmaking And Commercial Direction, And The Importance Of Investing In Yoursel‪f‬.

The Importance Of Delegation, Creative Editing Techniques, And The Importance Of Having The Right Mindsetuoi/

Come listen to our latest podcast episode with dancer, cinematographer, and video creator Claire Fisher. In addition to being a filmmaker, Claire is also the founder of Sanze Media, a production company that creates video storytelling for businesses globally.

Join us for this conversation as we discuss the significance of delegation for a successful video production company, the impact story-driven video marketing has on the business and customer relationship, and the benefits of having a positive mindset in business. We also talk about how Claire’s passion for dance influenced her filmmaking and videography.

Listen to episode 42 on Apple Podcasts here: The Importance Of Delegation, Creative Editing Techniques, And The Importance Of Having The Right Mindset

Effective Team Building, Importance Of Finding A Niche For Your Company, And The Need For Constant Innovation

Check out our interview with Directive Consulting’s CEO, Garrett Mehrguth! Directive Consulting is a next-gen performance marketing agency for software companies. As a thought leader, Garrett has work published by Salesforce, Marketing Land, Moz, Marketo, Search Engine Land, Ahrefs, Convince & Convert, Search Engine Journal, and more.

In our interview, we discussed strategies to build an effective team, the importance of choosing a niche for your company; and stress how crucial innovation is to improve your brand and attract more clients. We also discussed the benefits that reading books and consistent learning have on personal and business growth.


Listen to episode 37 on Apple Podcasts here: Effective Team Building, Importance Of Finding A Niche For Your Company, And The Need For Constant Innovation

TV Shows vs Digital Content, Producing Stellar Content With Budget Constraints, And The Importance Of Creative Expression

Tune in to our newest podcast episode with Scott Firestone! An experienced individual in media production who has helped launch notable series like Behind the Music, Extra, and World of Wonder, Scott is a showrunner, writer, director, and executive producer of his own production company Firestone Productions and the podcast Poddreams. Poddreams is a fictional news storytelling podcast that rewrites real stories for a justice-served outcome.

Join the discussion as we talk about the difference between producing TV shows and digital content, the process of working with clients in the corporate world, and balancing the quality of work with budget constraints.Listen to the full episode here: TV Shows vs Digital Content, Producing Stellar Content With Budget Constraints, And The Importance Of Creative Expression

Balancing Creativity, Spirituality, and Entrepreneurship to Make Money As A Creative With Purpose

Listen to this episode on how to align your purpose with your creativity, while also getting compensated for your work. Our guest, David Nichtern, is an Emmy award-winning and Grammy nominated composer and musician, entrepreneur, Buddhist teacher, and author of “Creativity, Spirituality, and Making a Buck”. This episode explores topics such as how to get into your creative flow state to receive creative ideas, the role of commerce has in creativity, and the connection between creativity, spirituality, and entrepreneurship. Check out episode 15 on Creative Haven on iTunes: Balancing Creativity, Spirituality, and Entrepreneurship to Make Money As A Creative With Purpose

Film Lighting & Camera Department Basics, How Photography Helped Him With Lighting Films, and Using Film As a Companion

Welcome our next podcast guest, Valentin Salembier! As a director of photography and owner of Oseku Lighting, Valentin shares his knowledge of lighting in films and the roles the camera department plays in film production. He also reminisces on his journey with photography and film, and how watching movies helped him during his tough times. Listen to episode 14 on iTunes on Creative Haven here: Film Lighting & Camera Department Basics, How Photography Helped Him With Lighting Films, and Using Film As a Companion

Channeling Your Emotions With Music To Create Art And The Importance Of Freestyling Your Creativity For Authenticity

Introducing episode 11’s podcast guest, Flekz! Flekz is a street artist who creates geometric designs using painters tape and an Exacto knife. This episode, we talk about the authenticity of creating freestyle art and the purity of art by not drawing inspiration from other artists. We also talk about how exercise and music can encourage creativity and be an outlet to express yourself to further create art. To listen to the episode, go to Creative Haven on iTunes here: Channeling Your Emotions With Music To Create Art And The Importance Of Freestyling Your Creativity For Authenticity!

Using Creativity To Distinguish Humans From Robotics and AI, While Utilizing Technology To Enhance our Artistic Expression

Our next podcast guest talks about the effect technology has on creativity and how technology has led to more creative innovations. Alec Ross is a New York Times best-selling author, technology policy expert and was a Senior Advisor for Innovation to Hillary Clinton during her term as Secretary of State. Throughout the episode, we discuss the possibilities advanced technologies can have to stimulate creativity in the future, evolving innovations such as AI, and how being physically active is a factor in creativity. Check out episode 10 on Creative Haven on iTunes here: Using Creativity To Distinguish Humans From Robotics and AI, While Utilizing Technology To Enhance our Artistic Expression.

Optimizing Your Creative Flow State And Productivity With Meditation, Journaling, and Getting Out Of Your Comfort Zone

Hey everyone, here’s our next podcast episode with John Lee Dumas! John Lee Dumas is the host and founder of the award-winning podcast EOFire. In the episode, he encourages entrepreneurs and creatives to get out of their comfort zone by exploring different mediums to find sources of inspiration as well as relieving creative blocks. He also mentions how committing to certain activities that make you happy and relax you, such as reading, meditating, or journaling can spark fresh creative ideas and increase productivity within your work. Listen to the episode 9 on iTunes under Creative Haven here: Optimizing Your Creative Flow State And Productivity With Meditation, Journaling, and Getting Out Of Your Comfort Zone

Unlocking Your Purpose, Focusing On Your Unique Gifts, Changing Mindsets for Success, and Using Hip Hop Skills To Succeed In Business

Listen to our next podcast interview with Joe Stolte! Joe is an entrepreneur, dancer, and business coach who has his own coaching business and founded and sold many successful companies. As a former famous break-dancing crew member of the Massive Monkees, he uses what he learned as a b-boy to succeed in entrepreneurship and business. In the interview, he also talks about finding your purpose, focusing on your unique gifts to create success, and how changing your mindset into a positive one can set you up for success. Go to iTunes under Creative Haven here: Unlocking Your Purpose, Focusing On Your Unique Gifts, Changing Mindsets for Success, and Using Hip Hop Skills To Succeed In Business.

How to Be a Pure Artist By Letting Go of Your Ego and Detaching from Capitalism

Hey everyone, welcome our next podcast interviewee, Yoshino! Yoshino is an artist, entrepreneur, and photographer who owns an extraordinary art studio and collective Noh/Wave, which also has online workshops for artists. This episode focuses on the importance of listening and pursuing your creative ideas, remaining true to your craft to keep your artwork pure and unique, and how capitalism and commerce can play a negative role in creating art today. Click here to listen to episode 7 on iTunes under Creative Haven: How to Be a Pure Artist By Letting Go of Your Ego and Detaching from Capitalism

Empowering Women Through Dance and How To Make Dance Your Full-time Career

Open your ears for this empowering podcast! J-Kay, a dancer, B-girl, and teacher, uses her skills to teach dance workshops all over the world to empower women. As a member of the Supreme Beings, a breakdancing crew, and a performer of the stage show Nutcracker, she shares the process of getting sworn into the breakdancing crew and the importance of having an accepting and friendly community to have an engaging creative atmosphere. She also shares the difficulties of being a female in the dance scene as well as how to live a full-time career as a dancer. Check out this podcast on iTunes under Creative Haven here: Empowering Women Through Dance and How To Make Dance Your Full-time Career

"You Have What it Takes"-Zach Benson Motivational Clip

Listen to this motivational clip from episode 3 of our podcast with Zach Benson. In this clip, he encourages those who are pursuing their craft to keep offering their ideas, thoughts and opinions because they are valuable. He also shares how his daily habits are a source of growth in his life. For the full episode, go on iTunes under Creative Haven:How His Passion for Dance Helped Him Create a 6-Figure Business and Now Works With Today's Top Influencers and Entrepreneurs !