In this inspiring full-circle conversation, host Danyah reunites with Katie, a creative entrepreneur who has transformed personal grief, career pivots, and viral moments into a thriving online presence and a clothing brand, Bad Witch Designs.

Katie’s journey takes us from chasing Hollywood dreams to grieving the unexpected loss of her mother, all while building an online presence that is heartfelt, hilarious, and undeniably human.

She opens up about leaving LA, restarting life in Georgia, and the moment her TikToks unexpectedly went viral. It started with Harry Potter skits, then evolved into raw and honest reflections on life after loss. From letting go of old dreams to finding creative purpose in chaos, Katie shares what it truly looks like to reinvent yourself again and again.

In this episode, you’ll hear real talk on:

• Failing (and freeing yourself) from the “dream job”
• Going viral without trying
• Launching a clothing brand from a place of desperation and joy
• Grieving in public and giving yourself grace
• Why her new 9-to-5 brings more creativity, not less
• How creativity can be therapy, resistance, and reinvention all at once

Whether you are in a season of transition or simply craving permission to be more human online, Katie’s story will resonate.

Follow Katie on:

TikTok: @badwitch1126

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/katierachel26

Explore her brand: badwitchdesigns.com

If you enjoy this episode, please follow, rate, and leave a review. It helps more creatives find the show.

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What does it really take to make a living as a creative, without burning out? In this episode, Danyah sits down with award-winning documentary filmmaker, video strategist, and content creator Alex Gasaway to unpack the real behind-the-scenes of creative entrepreneurship.

Alex shares her journey from self-taught filmmaker and college athlete to building a sustainable freelance career, working with major nonprofit media platforms like Invisible People, and navigating the emotional weight of putting your creativity out into the world. In the conversation, they explore why structure is essential to creative freedom and how to cultivate discipline, consistency, and self-trust as a creative. 

Whether you're a freelancer, content creator, filmmaker, or just trying to figure out how to balance your art with your life, this episode is packed with honest insights and hard-earned wisdom!

More from Alex:
https://www.instagram.com/alexgasaway/
https://www.alexgasaway.com/
https://www.youtube.com/alexgasaway

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https://www.instagram.com/danyah.aossey/
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On this episode of Creative Juices, Danyah sits down with the electrifying force that is Dixie Krystals: The dazzling cruise ship diva and alter ego of performer and creative architect John White. From musical theater roots to global cruise ship stages, Dixie has built more than a persona — she’s created a brand, a business, and a movement. 

They dive into the strategy behind drag as a full-time creative career, the discipline required to perform night after night at sea, and the emotional impact of connecting with audiences across cultures. From custom couture to pandemic pivots, Dixie shares how she’s turned artistry into sustainability, and how drag can be both deeply personal and powerfully universal.

Love the episode? Be sure to follow, rate, and review Creative Juices. Catch you next week!

More from Dixie Krystals:
https://www.dixiekrystals.com/
https://www.instagram.com/dixiekrystals/?hl=en

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https://www.instagram.com/danyah.aossey/
www.micmoguls.com

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Joining Creative Juices for the first episode is the one and only Rashel Hariri, multi-talented host of the podcast She’s Interesting. We’re talking all about what it means to build a life, career, and creative identity after 30 — especially for millennial women who feel like they’ve outgrown the mainstream content and conversations.

Rashel shares how she’s flipping the script by creating content for women over 30, tackling the VC gender gap, embracing fractional work, and building a business that actually fits her life. We also dive into adult friendships, funding, side quests, and the wild magic of showing up fully as a woman in her creative power. 

Hit play to hear the full conversation, and don’t forget to follow or subscribe so you don’t miss what’s coming next on Creative Juices!

More from Rashel:
https://rashelhariri.com/
https://www.instagram.com/rashelhariri/
https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/shes-interesting-with-rashel-hariri/id1709503027

More from Danyah:
https://www.instagram.com/danyah.aossey/
www.micmoguls.com

This podcast is produced by MicMoguls.com

Welcome to Creative Juices, the podcast for people who live to make things. 

I’m Danyah, host, creative CEO and lifelong storyteller, and every week I’m pulling back the curtain on how real creatives turn ideas into a living. 

From artists and musicians to content creators and brand builders, we’re talking about the messy middle of creative work—the experiments, pivots, and wins that fuel a creative life.

If you’re chasing inspiration and want to see what’s possible when you actually follow your creative spark, hit follow now. Your next creative breakthrough might start here.

More from Danyah:
https://www.instagram.com/danyah.aossey/
www.micmoguls.com

This podcast is produced by MicMoguls.com