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What does it take for you to start your own small business? Where can you gather inspiration and information to get you started on the right foot? Can you make a living from selling handmade items? I've spent 10 years as an artist, maker, and marketer, and currently spend most of my time as the Founder and CEO of Happening Hands, a membership community for makers where we help them grow thriving, profitable businesses. Every Wednesday, you'll hear from Handmade CEOs and industry experts. The ...
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The Fade

Fade To Black Arts Festival

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The Fade podcast interviews artists and creators in preparation for the 2025 Fade To Black Arts Festival to be held in June 2025 in Houston, TX. Join us for entertaining and informative conversations with creatives from Houston and beyond as we prepare for one of the biggest events to come in 2025! Let's fade it forward!! For more information about the festival, visit fadetoblackfest.com. #thefadepod #ftbaf #fadingitforward #FTBFEST2025
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Send us a Text Message. A brand new episode of The Fade is here! This episode's guests Dr. Jolie Rocke and Dr. Kiana Day Williams. These sistas with voices discuss their musical journeys, the importance of music and voice, and their involvement in the 2025 Fade To Black Arts Festival. Join us for this captivating and funny conversation with two int…
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Send us a Text Message. A brand new episode of The Fade has dropped! This episode's guest, legendary playwright, Thomas Meloncon! Mr. Meloncon discusses his start in theater, his journey as a playwright, the theater business and his involvement with the Fade To Black Festival. Join us for this intriguing conversation with this world-renowned playwr…
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Send us a Text Message. This episode of The Fade we are joined by director and producer, Lea Jones. Lea is a frequent contributor to The Fade to Black Festival as a director. Lea discusses her career, faith in entertainment and her involvement in the Fade To Black Arts Festival in June 2025. Join us for this enlightening conversation with this inno…
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Send us a Text Message. A brand new episode of The Fade has dropped! This episode's guest, Errol Anthony Wilks. This actor, writer, director and producer joins us to discuss his journey in the arts, his knowledge of the business and his involvement in the Fade To Black Arts Festival in June 2025. Join us for this riveting dicsussion with this actin…
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Send us a Text Message. This episode actor, writer and producer Timothy Eric joins, host, Brandon Morgan. Tim discusses his career highlights, the craft of acting and his latest performance in the world premiere of Thomas Meloncon's Stagolee and the Funeral of a Dangerous Word. Join us for this intriguing conversion with this outstanding artist! Ca…
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Send us a Text Message. In this session, host, Brandon Morgan is joined by the Executive Artistic Director of the Main Street Theater, Rebecca Udden. Becky sits down to discuss the history of MST, the world premiere of the Thomas Meloncon play Stagolee and the Funeral of a Dangerous Word and MST's involvement in the 2025 Fade To Black Arts Festival…
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Send us a Text Message. Actor, writer, director and poet extraordinaire Joe Palmore stops by The Fade to visit with host, Brandon Morgan. Joe P. discusses his acting career, poetry, collaborating with Tobe Nwigwe, the future of theatre in Houston and the part he plays in the 2025 Fade To Black Arts Festival. Join us for this insightful and funny in…
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Send us a Text Message. Curtis Von, actor, writer, director and producer of both stage and screen joins us this session to discuss his journey to creative independence, theatrical best practices and his involvement with The Fade to Black Festival. Join us for a fun and informative interview with this trailblazing creator! #thefadepod #ftbaf #fading…
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Send us a Text Message. Eileen J. Morris, The Artistic Director of The Ensemble Theatre in Houston, talks about her career, her love of theatre and the Fade to Black Arts Festival. Catch the video premiere of new episodes on Wednesdays at 7PM here: https://youtube.com/@thefadepod25?si=yCQQJTM_6MaEhOfr Visit fadetoblackfest.com for more information …
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Send us a Text Message. Jason Dirden, star of stage and screen (Fences, Greenleaf, American Soul) is joined by his dad, Willie Dirden, an accomplished actor and director himself (Jitney, Two Trains Running, The Piano Lesson), in a candid talk about family and the family business. Catch the video premiere of new episodes on Wednesdays at 7PM here: h…
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Send us a Text Message. Tony Award winning educator, Roshunda Jones-Koumba discusses the importance of arts in education, her Tony experience and her efforts to help make the 2025 Fade To Black Arts Festival the best event not too be missed in June 2025. Catch the video premiere of new episodes on Wednesdays at 7PM here: https://youtube.com/@thefad…
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Send us a Text Message. The Founder of the Fade To Black Festival series sits down with our host, Brandon Morgan, of this first episode to discuss, celebrate and promote the upcoming Fade to Black Festival in 2025. Denise discussed the history of the festival series and what to expect in 2025. Catch the video premiere of new episodes on Wednesdays …
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This is one of my all time favorite episodes! In this episode I'm interviewing Kenny Straub from Cork & Candles, a highly successful brick and mortar candle shop in Pennsylvania. Cork & Candles offers customers a unique experience when they enter the shop; a fragrance library filled with scents that bring back powerful emotions and memories, and th…
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In this episode, we're chatting with special guest Kara Laws. Kara is a business educator and currently owns a business called Launched. Kara has built six businesses, sold four, and still runs two! Kara has worked with over 500 business owners and has personally coached some to hit over 1 million in revenue. Kara created “Launched” because she was…
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Did you know that 98% of press releases that go out, do nothing? But, if you have an irresistible story, your press release could be transformative and boost your small business's visibility like crazy! Today's special guest is Mickie Kennedy, the CEO and Founder of E-Releases. Mickie believes that with some effort and a little money, the possibili…
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Thank you for tuning in! In this episode, we'll be chatting with special guest Maddy Aucoin. Maddy is a copywriter and brand messaging strategist for values-driven brands. Maddy loves working with brands to create clear and fun copy that connects with their audiences. She's also the creator of the Bad*ss Biz Club community for businesses who priori…
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Thank you for tuning in to today's episode! Our special guest joining us today is Monica Sharma-Patnekar, and we're going to be chatting about how to connect with your customers and build brand loyalty through your marketing. Monica is an eCommerce brand mentor & consultant, a purpose-driven (digital) brand, marketing & strategy professional with 1…
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In this episode, I'm speaking with special guest Michelle Pontvert, life-first Web Designer & Marketing Strategist obsessed with creating simple yet crazy effective marketing solutions for online business owners. Most Web Designers can make you a pretty website, but she's here to help you solve real-world business problems so you aren’t spending so…
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Today’s special guest is Meredith Russell, creative business coach, artist, and the Founder of Craft Theory, a brick and mortar community art studio in Lakewood, Washington. Since opening in November of 2021, Meredith has hosted over 240 art classes in her space, and Craft Theory has supported more than 60 local businesses in her area. If you've th…
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Have you ever wished that you could sell in a handmade marketplace that doesn't take all the fee profits from it's makers for capitalistic gain? Meet Jon Lincoln, the Founder of goimagine, the only handmade marketplace that gives 100% of its profits to charities that help children in need. Jon took his background in tech, found a need in the handma…
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Welcome to a new season of the Handmade CEO Podcast! We're kicking off Season 4 and Episode 150 with a very special guest - Dawn Kennedy - business mentor, the CEO of Convoy Road Coffee Roasters, podcast host, attorney, and author! Dawn and her husband launched Convoy Coffee Roasters and have scaled the business to over six-figures in just 2 years!…
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Welcome to the final episode of this season, all about how to market your business in 2023! AND with a special announcement about our upcoming 'Make It Happen!' Mastermind for Makers, happening January through June in 2023, for makers ready to bring their marketing to the next level with 1:1 coaching and a custom roadmap we build together! Makers c…
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Thank you for tuning into episode 148! In this important episode I'm interviewing Shophie Theen, award-winning people management expert and author of THE SOUL OF STARTUPS: The Untold Stories of How Founders Affect Culture. There’s a common misconception that a company’s people make its culture. In reality, startup culture begins and trickles down f…
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Thanks for tuning into episode 146! If you're interested in self-publishing as a creative, this episode is a great place to start! Our special guest is Bobby Hedglin-Taylor, circus and aerial sequence designer, vocal impressionist, Broadway performer, stand-up comedian, and self-published author. His book "#ShitMyMamaSays: A Humurous Look at Life W…
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Thank you for tuning into Episode 144! In this refreshing episode, Caryl Pomales, abstract artist and art coach for emerging artists, talks about how making mistakes and leaving perfectionism behind can help you make discoveries and build confidence in your creative practice. Join Caryl's membership, The Painterly Way by heading to https://www.cary…
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Thank you for tuning into episode 142! In this special maker feature episode, soap makers Tim and Joey Kapalo-Allen from Sleepy Hollow Handmade walk us through their journey from soap-making hobby to building a sustainable and inclusive soap brand. Their funky, fragrant, and colorful creations are carefully crafted by hand in their home in Pittsbur…
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Thank you for tuning into Episode 141! In this episode, special guest and Creative Director Kelly Bennett is here to talk about why creative direction is key to launching your brand! If you've felt like you've been running in circles trying to get your brand off the ground, this episode is for you!By Kiana Jones
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Thank you for tuning into Episode 140! In this special solo episode, I'm talking about my experience using email marketing and storytelling to help make a handmade book launch on Kickstarter a huge success. If you're wondering how to get started with email marketing for your small business, you won't want to miss this episode! To check out the Kick…
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Thank you for tuning into episode 139! In this episode, powerhouse guest Sean Castrina shares why every small business owner should think like an entrepreneur. With tips on why most startups fail and how to avoid the pitfalls, to how to stand out in a saturated market, you won't want to miss a moment of this episode with Sean! Learn more about Sean…
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Thank you for tuning into episode 138! In this episode, special guest Seiko Sisco from Waku Waku Baby talks about her journey with starting to make baby accessories as a new mom, to opening her business, all the way to getting a Comcast Rise Investment Fund Grant. She talks us through 3 things she wishes she knew before starting a handmade business…
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Thank you for tuning into episode 137! This week's guest is Katie Paskorz from Katydid PGH. She tells her story of going from 8 years in the banking industry to becoming an SEO specialist and web designer helping creative and purpose-driven small business owners with website solutions - and overall, making it easy for them to understand SEO! And fo…
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Thank you for tuning in to episode 135! In this episode artist Doug Heifetz talks about his journey to becoming an artist and jewelry designer, making beautiful and surprising work from everyday objects like spoons and forks. He leaves us with a beautiful vision of a better world, and how he inspires these transformations through his work. To take …
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Thank you for tuning in to episode 134! In this episode, Branding and Packaging Specialist Kelley Kempel gives us some tips around how to crush our holiday sales goals with giftable packaging. Now is the perfect time to start prepping for the holiday buying and selling season, so you won't want to miss this one! To get 15% off of Kelley's Packaging…
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Thank you for tuning in to episode 133! I have very big news about the future of this podcast that I would like to share with you today! In this episode, I'll be introducing the new host and new owner of this podcast. It's been nearly three years since I started this journey, and I'm so grateful for all of you that have tuned in and reached out. Un…
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How many of you have started a small business from a class or a new hobby that you learned? Today's guest shares how her wedding inspired her to learn letterpress. After discovering her passion, she opened up her shop! Take a listen to Cayce as she coaches us into believing in our dreams! www.handmadeceo.com…
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Thank you for tuning in to episode 130! If you're listening in real-time, today is the last Wednesday of the month, and I usually like to share a thought, lesson, or idea with you to end the month. These episodes tend to be super short but full of good stuff...I promise! Here are four ideas to redefine your schedule. www.handmadeceo.com…
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Thank you for tuning in to episode 129! I know it can be hard to take that first step in hiring, but today's guest will put your worries to rest! Yvan shares insight on the hiring process and gives some amazing tips along the way! www.handmadeceo.com Today's show is sponsored by Cubicle to CEO. To receive free access to "your first $10K month" mast…
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Today's show is going to give you all the tips to avoid burnout. Ixchel gives us great insight into why things start to fall apart in business and how to realign with your purpose. I'm sure you'll find this interview as insightful as I did. Visit the show notes to connect with Ixchel! www.handmadeceo.com Today's show is sponsored by Cubicle to CEO.…
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Have you been dreaming of creating a solid marketing routine that will work for your business? It's easy to be swayed into trying all the new things, but today's guest shares the importance of having an eCommerce masterplan, one that you develop with facts and figures so you know you're focusing your efforts in the right place! www.handmadeceo.com …
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Today's short and sweet solo episode is about the current pricing dilemma we're all experiencing. It's tricky dealing with inflation, but I'm sure we'll iron out a few things for you in this episode! www.handmadeceo.com Today's show is sponsored by Cubicle to CEO. To receive free access to "your first $10K month" masterclass and a bonus workbook, u…
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Thank you for tuning in to episode 123! Since we're heading into the second half of the year now is the perfect time to evaluate your goals and see where you could use some updating. I'm bringing back an episode that I think will help you post more regularly and intentionally on social media. Let's take a trip back to episode 76!…
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