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Creative Roots Podcast
Creative Roots Podcast is where stories begin. Every week, host Tae sits down with artists, entrepreneurs, and makers of all kinds to explore the journey before the spotlight—when the vision was still raw, and the hustle was rooted in passion, not popularity.
We go beneath the surface—talking consistency, growth, setbacks, and the real creative process. Whether you’re an early-stage creative or someone finding your way back to your roots, this podcast is here to inspire, reflect, and remind you…
Episodes
Creative Roots PodcastPiecing Together A Story 103 Years Old - Ebony | Ep. 21
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Creative Roots Podcast, we sit down with Ebony A, a talented photographer and one of the first people to tell Tae, “You…
Creative Roots PodcastFrom Cosmetology to Being Your Dope Memory Creators - Kenitra | Ep. 20
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Creative Roots Podcast, we sit down with Kenitra, owner of Pose It Up CLT, a creative business dedicated to being your…
Creative Roots PodcastVinyl Roots, Music Eras, and Hip-Hop Today - DJ Kue One | Ep. 19
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Creative Roots Podcast, we sit down with DJ Kue One to trace his journey from watching his father spin vinyl records to…
Creative Roots PodcastWhen Determination IS Enough - Deana G. | Ep. 18
Send us Fan Mail In this episode, I step behind the camera while Shamar leads the conversation with photographer Deana G. Deana joined us through the Alan Lux…
Creative Roots PodcastQuitting Is Not An Option - FoeTrel | Ep. 17
Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we sit down with @foetrel co-owner of @loseleafclothing (not loose leaf). We dive deep into entrepreneurship, creative…
Creative Roots PodcastCelebrating 15 Episodes - It's Shamar's Birthday! | Ep. 16
Send us Fan Mail In this special episode, Tae and Shamar reflect on the journey so far — 15 episodes in and the growth has been real. From the early episodes…
Creative Roots PodcastNavigating Life And Mental Health - Perry Osbey | Ep. 15
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Creative Roots Podcast, we sit down with Perry “P.O.” Osbey — podcast host of the Follow Suit Podcast and founder of…
Creative Roots PodcastMatching Your Confidence To Your Skillset - MonaNisa | Ep. 14
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Creative Roots Podcast, Tae and Shamar sit down with MonaNisa — a gifted artist, muralist, and painter whose journey…
Creative Roots PodcastHow To Create With A Full Time Job - Nigel | Ep. 13
Send us Fan Mail On this episode of the Creative Roots Podcast, we sit down with @nigelisaiah2988 Editor-in-Chief of Kolor Magazine, to talk about building a…
Creative Roots PodcastHow To Elevating Your Creative Passion - Ramon Reed | Ep. 12
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Creative Roots Podcast, we sit down with actor and singer Ramon Reed – best known for his early start on Broadway and…
Creative Roots PodcastFrom Spray Paint To Body Art - Tanaro Reed | Ep. 11
Send us Fan Mail On this episode of Creative Roots Podcast, we’re joined by Tanaro Reed, a California-born, North Carolina-based tattoo artist and designer…
Creative Roots PodcastBranding That Breaks Through - Dyme | Ep. 10
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Creative Roots Podcast, we sit down with Dyme, founder of Dyme Digital Media — a Brooklyn-born personal brand strategist…
Creative Roots PodcastBe Intentional To Define Your Purpose - AC4Ever | Ep. 9
Send us Fan Mail AC4Ever on Purpose, Positivity & His New EP “See U Outside” | Creative Roots Podcast In this episode of the Creative Roots Podcast, we sit…
Creative Roots PodcastHow To Get Your Music Heard As An Independent Artist - Cutright | Ep. 8
Send us Fan Mail "How To Get Your Music Heard As An Independent Artist" In this episode of the Creative Roots Podcast, we sit down with Cutright — lyricist…
Creative Roots PodcastUsing An Alarm Clock To Create a 3-Part Harmony - Ron Smith | Ep. 7
Send us Fan Mail "Using An Alarm Clock To Create a 3-Part Harmony" In this episode of the Creative Roots Podcast, we sit down with Ron Smith — a gospel artist…
Creative Roots PodcastHow She's Building Her Beauty Empire - Arabia Miyari | Ep. 6
Send us Fan Mail In this inspiring episode of Creative Roots, we sit down with Arabia Miyari, a licensed cosmetologist, entrepreneur, and the creator of her…
Creative Roots PodcastCreative DNA: Turning Passion to Profit - Tacora | Ep. 5
Send us Fan Mail What if creativity ran in your blood? In this episode of Creative Roots Podcast, Tae sits down with Tacora from Tacora Creates Photos, a…
Creative Roots PodcastThe Artist Philly Should Be Talking About - L Crock | Ep. 4
Send us Fan Mail 🎤 The Art of Storytelling: It’s More Than Music featuring L Crock In this episode of Creative Roots Podcast, we sit down with rising artist L…
Creative Roots PodcastThe Rule Every Creator Overlooks About Success - KG Salone | Ep. 3
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Creative Roots, we sit down with KG Salone—rapper, actor, entrepreneur, and modern-day renaissance man. Hailing from Sierra…
Creative Roots PodcastBuilding a 10-Year Brand From Scratch - Shamar | Ep. 2
Send us Fan Mail Some creatives don’t just make—they transform. In this episode of Creative Roots Podcast, we sit down with Shamar, a multidisciplinary artist…
Creative Roots PodcastThis Is How Sound Taught Me To See - Tae | Ep. 1
Send us Fan Mail In the premiere of Creative Roots Podcast, the mic flips—and the storyteller becomes the story. Host Tae sits down not just to introduce the…
Creative Roots PodcastWelcome to Creative Roots Podcast!
Send us Fan Mail Creative Roots Podcast is where stories begin. Every week, host Tae sits down with artists, entrepreneurs, and makers of all kinds to explore…