Connection Happens Episode 1

Connection Happens with Christian Hurst · Aug 21, 2026 · 47m

In the first episode of Connection Happens, I sit down with writer, creative director, and entrepreneur Tricia Mirchendani for a wide-ranging conversation about creativity, work, parenting, communication, and what it means to build a career that actually fits your life.

We talk about the realities of creative work under pressure, why strong client relationships matter, the winding path from copywriter to creative director, and the importance of empathy—both in storytelling and in leadership. Tricia also reflects on entrepreneurship, job satisfaction, parenting while working in a creative…