The Creative Capital Show hosted by Jason Silvia is an interview series about the intersection of art and business. It is a show about creative people turning into creative entrepreneurs, and all the trials and tribulations along the way. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/creativecapitalshow/support
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Creative Capital is a podcast from Te Taumata Toi-a-Iwi about advocacy and systems change. Hosted by Elyssia Wilson-Heti (FAFSWAG), we’re exploring the role that arts, culture and creativity play in Tāmaki Makaurau with a focus on the people behind the work and their vision for the future.
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Radical joy with Lissy and Rudi Robinson-Cole
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The final episode of Creative Capital features the phenomenal artists Lissy and Rudi Robinson-Cole - creators of Wharenui Harikoa. Wharenui Harikoa, translating to 'House of Joy', is a large-scale crocheted wharenui (Māori meeting house) that embodies a vision of manifesting intergenerational healing and deeply felt joy. Lissy's Story: A Tapestry o…
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Community Representation with Jonjon Tolovae Cowley Lupo
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This episode features Jonjon Tolovae Cowley Lupo, who is an original member of No.3 Roskill Theatre and part of its core group of creatives. Jonjon is the resident costume designer of No.3, costume designing their last 3 shows. She is also one of the performers and contributes to the writing and devising of work created by the cohort. She has recen…
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Artist-led spaces and mentorship with Lance Fepuleai
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This episode features Lance Fepuleai, also known as Lucky Lance. Lance is a Samoan Artist based in Tāmaki Makaurau. Part of the award-winning hip-hop trio Team Dynamite, he's also the founder and creative director behind Sky Pirates, a street wear entity sporting an art gallery that supports local artistic endeavours.…
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Kickin it with Christian "Coog" Lopez
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When you think about it most entrepreneurs and creatives have a DIY spirit, but few would exemplify this spirit more than this episode's guest Christian "Coog" Lopez. Christian wanted to simply promote his friend's music and since this was during the blog era this naturally led to creating a tumblr. What was out of the ordinary was how quickly the …
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Community Mobilisation with Amiria Puia-Taylor
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This episode, Elyssia speaks with Amiria Puia-Taylor. She is a proud daughter of the Moana who has been fortunate to shape her career being creative - a people weaver, place maker and cultural arts manager. Amiria has been working across the creative industries for 18 years.By Te Taumata Toi-a-Iwi
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Stop caring and start doing with Rafael Medina
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Not caring can usually be associated with online trolls looking to annoy others, but what happens wh0en you care too much? What happens when you care so much it prevents you from not trying in the first place? It's a strange and interesting balance, and few know that balance better than street and concert photographer Rafael Medina. One would assum…
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Art as a tool for activism and decolonisation with Van Mei
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This month we’re taking with Van Mei who is an artist and writer currently based in Te Ika-a-Māui. They are the current Kaitohu (Director) of The Pantograph Punch, an online arts and culture platform that’s been nourishing writers and audiences for 13 years. Prior to this they were the Director of Enjoy Contemporary Art Space for a stint and have w…
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A lesson plan on art & commerce with Kristen Williams pt2
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You have heard of art schools and after school art programs. But what about a non-profit that teaches students how to make commercially viable art for clients, while at the same time paying those students for their work while they learn. Because that is the vision behind Riverzedge arts and Riverzedge Executive Director this episode's guest Kristen…
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A lesson plan on art & commerce with Kristen Williams pt1
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You have heard of art schools and after school art programs. But what about a non-profit that teaches students how to make commercially viable art for clients, while at the same time paying those students for their work while they learn. Because that is the vision behind Riverzedge arts and Riverzedge Executive Director this episode's guest Kristen…
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When being yourself works with Victor Baez pt2
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There are people out there who think being yourself is old fashioned out of touch advice, however for others like this episode’s guest Victor Baez being his true authentic self was the catalyst for an entire multi media company. Victor created music reaction videos not in a studio but rather sitting in his car, the authenticity and rawness of his r…
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Intergenerational collaboration with Chantelle, Noah, and Aniwa Whaiapu
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In this episode, we speak to Chantelle, Noah and Aniwa Whaiapu, part of the whanau behind Te Manawa, a Māori artist-led collective. Focused on leading transformational change in the creative sector in Tāmaki Makaurau, currently being developed by Te Taumata Toi-a-Iwi.By Te Taumata Toi-a-Iwi
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When being yourself works with Victor Baez
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There are people out there who think being yourself is old fashioned out of touch advice, however for others like this episode's guest Victor Baez being his true authentic self was the catalyst for an entire multi media company. Victor created music reaction videos not in a studio but rather sitting in his car, the authenticity and rawness of his r…
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Representation in comedy with Janaye Henry
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This month we talk to Janaye Henry. Janaye is a Billy T nominated comedian, actor, and host of a new show for people who don’t watch the news - 2 Cents 2 Much. She enjoys creating content for people who don't often see themselves represented in the media. You can 2 Cents 2 Much here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL-xxT3W4uRNY-TVnm86UoDkTLy…
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The medium uncovers the message with Paige Huggon
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Artists switch to different mediums all the time that act of switching has occurred ever since art has existed. But for this episode's guest abstract artist Paige Huggon, discovering a new medium she had not utilized before didn't just give her a new creative outlet, it resulted in her presence within the art world rise tremendously, and that mediu…
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Reimagining Queer Arts Practice with Julia Croft and Nathan Joe
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This episode, Elyssia speaks to the new Executive Director and Creative Director of Auckland Pride - Julia Croft and Nathan Joe. Julia Croft is the newly appointed Executive Director of Auckland Pride. She is a practising performance artist whose extensive arts career has given her experience producing, working with funding bodies, and an exception…
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Indigenous creative practice with Zoe Black and Jade Townsend
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This episode features Zoe Black and Jade Townsend. Zoe Black (Ngāpuhi, Ngāti Hine, Pākehā) is the deputy director of Objectspace in Auckland, Aotearoa New Zealand. She has been working in galleries for the past ten years. Her curatorial practice has focused on community development and advocating for critically under-represented craft and object ar…
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This episode features Brady Peeti. Brady (Te Āti Haunui-a-Pāpārangi, Ngāti Maniapoto) is a pioneering, award-winning performer, who has broken down stereotypes after her recognition as the first Australasian trans actress to play a leading female role. A graduate of the National Academy of Singing and Dramatic Art (receiving a Bachelor of Performin…
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EP 46 - Storytelling, branding, and robots, with Spocka Summa
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Storytelling and branding, two words you seem to hear a lot these days when it comes to entrepreneurial success. And it makes sense, storytelling is a powerful tool when you want to create a brand that will last. A good brand story will help you and your customers connect through your work, and this connection will give you an advantage over your c…
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Diversity in storytelling with Chelsea Winstanley and Courtney Mayhew
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This episode sees Elyssia Wilson-Heti joined by Courtney Mayhew and Chelsea Winstanley, founders of Ahi Films, a new independent film distribution collective. With a focus on creative-led fresh storytelling, innovative ways to reach audiences and true collaboration, Ahi is a catalyst for filmmakers to partner with a distributor that is made for the…
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EP 45 - Bodyslams and public policy with David Morales
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Pro wrestler by day state representative for the working class by night, that's the story of this episode's guest David Morales. David is Rhode Island's youngest state legislator and one of the youngest legislators in the country, he's also simultaneously the villainous Hype Champion of the Renegade Wrestling Alliance. Now if you're wondering what …
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EP 44 - Build the solution you want to see with Adam Alpert
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What happens when a New Yorker goes to Brown to study film and they have trouble finding relevant film work? They end up creating a platform to help themselves and other freelancers find that work, at least that's the case with this episode's guest, Adam Alpert. Adam is the co-founder and CEO of Pangea, a platform that wants to connect freelancers …
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This episode sees Elyssia talk with the incredible Pere Wihongi (Te Rarawa, Ngā Puhi, Ngāti Kuri, Ngāti Wai). Pere is a musician, composer, voice actor, choreographer, and kapa haka performer who originally comes from Herekino in Northland. As well as being a founder of the kapa haka group Angitu, Pere is also part of the award-winning music group …
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EP 43 - Buns bites and branding, with Laura Afonso
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What goes on behind the scenes when it comes to content creation? How do I utilize content to create my own personal brand? Is there a formula to going viral? Should I post content constantly? And also where should I go to get dinner? If you have ever asked yourself any of these questions than this episode's guest Laura Afonso may have some answers…
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Activism and artist-led design with Cat Ruka and Dominic Hoey
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Elyssia Wilson Heti is joined by Cat Ruka and Dominic Hoey, key figures in the recently formed grassroots advocacy moment DAMN (Dignity and money now). Cat Ruka (Ngāpuhi, Waitaha) is the executive director of Auckland’s Basement Theatre. She has also worked as a choreographer, educator, artist mentor and as artistic director of Tempo Dance Festival…
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EP 42 - Beauty from the inside out with Lexus Fernandez and Evan Delpeche
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Starting a business is tough, starting a successful business is even tougher, now imagine starting a successful business and you can't read, or talk? Sounds impossible, and yet that was the catalyst for Lexus Fernandez's entrepreneurial journey. At age 20 Lexus suffered a brain aneurysm which left her unable to attend school, work a job, and the ab…
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The Creative Capital Show - EP41 - The cutting room floor with Henry Kerstgens and Austin Delin of HAUS PVD Part 2
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When it comes to content creation especially content for social media, to say that video is having a moment right now, would be an understatement. With the rise of Instagram stories, Youtube shorts, and the platform that put short form video under the spotlight Tik-Tok, good video content is more important than ever. But what goes into making objec…
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The Creative Capital Show - EP41 - The cutting room floor with Henry Kerstgens and Austin Delin of HAUS PVD Part 1
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When it comes to content creation especially content for social media, to say that video is having a moment right now, would be an understatement. With the rise of Instagram stories, Youtube shorts, and the platform that put short form video under the spotlight Tik-Tok, good video content is more important than ever. But what goes into making objec…
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The Creative Capital Show - EP40 - Kick, push, and keep moving forward with Steve Duque
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When most people think of recycling they tend to think of those blue bins that take glass, paper, or plastic. Rarely do they think of recycling as a creative business opportunity. However this episode's guest Steve Duque viewed recycling in a different way, which led him on an entrepreneurial journey that is 10 years strong and counting. Steve is t…
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The Creative Capital Show - EP39 - Garments and gondolas with Albert Kyei-Poakwa
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We often think about clothes as something to wear to protect us from the elements, or a uniform that's used to fit in. But have you ever wondered about using clothes as a form of self expression, or a way to provide access to a different lifestyle? If you have then you will want to hear the story of this episode's guest, Albert Kyei-Poakwa the owne…
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The Creative Capital Show - EP38 - Shop, drink, and dance with Gretchen Lizarda & Monica Martin
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Food and service industry workers suffered massive setbacks during the height of the Covid-19 pandemic. No pandemic however, could stop the creative and entrepreneurial spirits of this episode's guests, Gretchen Lizarda and Monica Martin. Gretchen and Monica are the founders of Juicy Market PVD, a brand that supports small businesses and vendors th…
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The Creative Capital Show - EP37 - A Lois of all trades with Lois Harada
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There's the term a Jack/Jill of all trades. After making this episode the term should be changed to a Lois of all trades in honor of this episode's guest Lois Harada. Artist, printmaker, activist, teacher, board member, city commissioner, chairperson, are just some of the titles Lois has held in her career. In this episode Lois and I talk about wha…
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The Creative Capital Show - EP36 - Passion and perspective with Xury Belliard
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Vintage, grails, sneakers, fashion, streetwear. All these terms are related yet uniquely diverse when it comes to clothing. Maybe they should all fall under the term collectible fashion. Which to my knowledge was coined by this episode's guest, Xury Belliard. Xury is the owner and founder of Cured Collection. A store which has become a focal point …
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The Creative Capital Show - EP35 - The Creative Capital Show Mixtape vol 2 episodes 11-20
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Because older episodes can get lost in the shuffle, and because there are true gems of knowledge in those episodes, it's time for The Creative Capital Show Podcast Mixtape vol 2! This vol 2 mixtape features hand picked segments covering topics such as, starting a farm to table distillery, what it takes to make it in the restaurant business, how a h…
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The Creative Capital Show - EP34 - The most interesting nerd in the world with Thoney Phanlak
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Martial arts instructor, virologist, motorcycle racer, comic book expert, and last but not least business owner. These are just some of the ways to describe this episode's guest Thoney Phanlak aka the most interesting nerd in the world. That's not an exaggeration, how else would you describe a person whose story begins with a birth in a refugee cam…
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The Creative Capital Show - EP33 - Analog activist with Kannetha Brown
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When we think of photography we at times tend to think of fashion magazines, journalism, weddings, or street photography. But how often do we think about photography as a means of self-expression, an artistic medium, a political tool, or a catalyst for change? Well one person thought about all of that and more, this episode's guest Kannetha Brown. …
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The Creative Capital Show - EP32 - Visions of kimchi with Minnie Luong
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What do LA, RI, Vietnam, and Kimchi, have in common? Well they are all a part of the story behind Chi Kitchen, the business founded by this episode's guest Minnie Luong. Minnie founded Chi Kitchen to create flavorful, hand-crafted Asian foods for the well-being of its customers. But this story is about more than just food, it's a story about having…
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The Creative Capital Show - EP31 - Soaking it all in with Kevin M. Rose Jr.
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Burnout it happens to the best of us. Whether it's our work, our personal life, or just simply going after the goals were trying to achieve, we can sometimes lose ourselves in the process much to our own detriment. Most people recover from burnout by spending time with family and friends or taking a relaxing vacation, however this episode's guest r…
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The Creative Capital Show - EP30 - Changing the culture of government and business with Liz Tanner
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Do the areas of government and business have to be adversaries? It seems as if you live in the state of Rhode Island the answer is a resounding yes? But what if it didn't have to be that way? In fact what if a former business owner worked in government to make it easier to do business? And what if that person was your "know a guy" that could help y…
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The Creative Capital Show - EP29 - From experiment to flagship the story of New Harvest Coffee & Spirits with Ryan Zins
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What would happen if a coffee company decided to take a risk and conduct an experiment? The experiment, open a space combining the worlds of coffee, spirits, and cocktails, and see if the space can satisfy audiences of all three, while creating a new audience of it's own. If you're wondering what kind of coffee company would do such a thing, and wh…
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The Creative Capital Show - EP28 - The Mixtape Vol 1 Episodes 1-10
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Almost 30 episodes in and it's been quite a ride. Throughout the course of this show I have met artists, entrepreneurs, creatives, business owners, founders, operators, and anything and everything in-between. With that being said I have noticed that sometimes the older episodes of a podcast can get lost in the shuffle, which is a shame, because the…
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The Creative Capital Show - EP27 - Mastering the art of the pivot with Amber Jackson
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Imagine growing up wanting to be a chef, but then at 12 you realize you need to make money so you decide to major in food science. Now imagine you're in grad school you realize you hate being in labs, oh and your school loses your research grant. So then you find a job in collegiate athletics administration and you love it, but then your mother has…
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The Creative Capital Show - EP26 - Elevate, Incubate, & Curate with Charlotte von Meister and Danielle Sturm
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Fashion and style. One is a form of self expression, while the other is a combination of distinctive features. Then there's the fashion industry, and while this industry has made clothes more affordable than ever before and at a blindingly fast pace, there is a cost. The fashion industry produces 10% of all humanity’s carbon emissions and is the se…
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The Creative Capital Show - EP25 - Putting your heart and soul into it with Julia Broome
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Some say to be successful in business you have to separate the business and its decisions from yourself and your emotions, others have said that to be successful in business you need to have high emotional intelligence, and that your business should be a representation of you. For this episode's guest Julia Broome, she chose the latter as a strateg…
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The Creative Capital Show - EP24 - The past inspires the future with Jay Shechtman
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Musician, label owner, photographer, residential real estate developer, these are just some of things this episode's guest Jason Shechtman has done throughout his life. Jay's past is an interesting one, much like the past of his current business Courtland Club. During a chance real estate deal Jay dug through the state archives to look up the histo…
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The Creative Capital Show - EP23 - Balance in the mix...and everything else with Sega Genn
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This episode I get to talk with a guest about a subject I'm really passionate about, the art of DJing. But this episode is not about me, its about my guest Sega Genn. In the span of a few years Genn has already become a sought after DJ within Providence RI with an eclectic blend of house, hip-hop, and genres from all over the globe. We talk about h…
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The Creative Capital Show - EP 22 - Let's talk about sex...and other stuff too with Shannon and Christine Curley
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Lets talk about sex. Did that phrase get your attention, or did it make you feel uncomfortable? Either way you may want to listen to this episode's guests Shannon and Christine Curley. Shannon and Christine are a Mother/Daughter duo that decided to start their own podcast called Sex Ed Debunked. In this episode Shannon and Christine talk about how …
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The Creative Capital Show - EP 21 - How to start a love movement with Jason Almeida and Sabrina Chaudhary
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Spread love its the...PVD way. It's interesting that so many things get talked about in business but love is not always one of them. Rarely when you hear entrepreneurs speak about what it takes to be successful is the word love a part of the conversation. This episode's guests Jason Almeida and Sabrina Chaudhary love for their city, their culture, …
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The Creative Capital Show - EP 20 - Be a fan become a polymath with Gibran PVD
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Polymath its an interesting word, one with varying definitions. One of those definitions states that a polymath is a person with extraordinarily broad and comprehensive knowledge. When it comes to a person that fits this definition, I can't think of anyone better than this episode's guest Gibran PVD. Gibran has broad and extensive knowledge from wo…
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The Creative Capital Show - EP 19 - From the stage to the trailer part 2 with Kyle Therrien
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In the second half of this two part episode Kyle Therrien talks about how his aspirational dreams of the music industry changed, and how those changes led to him starting his own business, Railroad Park Recording Company. Kyle's new dream of starting his own business has had its challenges however he was able to learn from the mistakes of others, a…
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The Creative Capital Show - EP 19 - From the stage to the trailer part 1 with Kyle Therrien
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What happens to a dream deferred? Well if your Kyle Therrien the answer is...alot. Kyle is a producer, engineer, musician, and last but not least, owner and founder of Rail Road Park Recording Company. Kyle in his early days developed a love for the grind and the journey rather than the destination, and that journey took him to some pretty interest…
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