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Today’s episode features someone incredibly special - my sister, Falon, the creator and owner of Mom Life Kitchen. What started as a simple TikTok idea turned into a growing community across TikTok and Instagram, where she shares real, relatable cooking content for busy families.

Falon isn’t the loud, “look at me” kind of chef - she’s a doer, and when it comes to cooking, she gets straight to it. If you’ve ever tasted her food, you already know she can throw DOWN.

In this episode, we talk about mom life, working full-time, cooking for a family, meal prep routines, comfort food, and building a social media brand without losing yourself. As we close out our Thanksgiving series, this conversation is the perfect mix of heart, humor, and home-cooked honesty.

Whether you’re a parent juggling everything, a beginner trying to improve in the kitchen, or a foodie looking for inspiration, this episode is a must-watch.

What We Cover
How Mom Life Kitchen started
Growing a cooking brand on TikTok & Instagram
Life as a working mom and content creator
Meal prep tips and realistic family cooking
Building confidence in the kitchen
Food, family, and finding balance

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Shamar-@alanluxstudios

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In this heartfelt episode of the Creative Roots Podcast, Tae reconnects with Chef Walter, the creator and owner of The Perfect Batch Foods, known for his flavorful sauces and seasonings. But this conversation goes far deeper than food.

From his early days cooking in high school home economics class - where people still talk about his dishes - to studying culinary arts at Johnson & Wales University, Chef Walter’s journey has been rooted in passion, patience, and purpose.

Now on a path to listen more and talk less, he opens up about using his gift later in life, his mental health journey, and the lessons he’s learned from slowing down and trusting his process. Tae and Walter also reminisce about their past after years apart, blending laughter with moments that hit deep - including a question Walter asks Tae that might bring you to tears.

This episode is for creatives rediscovering their purpose, chefs finding balance between passion and peace, and anyone learning it’s never too late to start again.

Visit The Perfect Batch Foods:
www.theperfectbatchfoods.com

Check out the virtual cook book here:
www.theperfectbatchfoods.com/tpbvirtualcookbook

Watch the live performance Tae recorded for Chef Walter:
"It's still crispy!!!"
https://youtu.be/NMmYmOxhxNA?si=2tDoiszrKAQbMyHv

Topics Covered:
Using your creative gift “late in life”
Mental health and healing through creativity
Reconnecting with old friends and rediscovering purpose
Balancing ambition and mindfulness as a creator
Chef life and building a brand with heart


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* Watch on YouTube, Spotify, or anywhere podcasts are streamed.
* Comment below — what’s one gift you’ve rediscovered later in life?

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In this powerful episode of the Creative Roots Podcast, we sit down with Chef Darius J, a passionate creative and culinary artist, for a raw and transparent conversation that goes beyond the kitchen. As the second chef in our Thanksgiving celebration series, Darius opens up about his journey through life, mental health, and healing, sharing how food became both an outlet and a mirror for self-discovery.

From childhood trauma to creative transformation, this episode is about more than recipes - it’s about understanding your “why”. Chef Darius poses a question that hits home for every creator and entrepreneur: Was it ever about cooking?

This is one of our most emotional and thought-provoking conversations yet. Tune in for insight, honesty, and a reminder that your story has power - both in and outside the kitchen.

Topics Covered:
- How trauma shapes creativity
- Finding healing through food and purpose
- Mental health and self-awareness in the culinary world
- Building a legacy from pain and perseverance
- Why passion sometimes has deeper meaning

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- Watch on YouTube, Spotify, or anywhere podcasts are streamed.
- Drop your thoughts in the comments — how do you define your purpose?

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In this episode of the Creative Roots Podcast, we sit down with Chef Naz, a passionate culinary artist whose love for food started at just 3 years old, cooking alongside his grandmothers in the kitchen. From family meals to receiving the ultimate stamp of approval for his sweet potato pie, Chef Naz shares how he turned childhood curiosity into a growing culinary career.

As we kick off our November “Food, Fun, and Creativity” series, this episode is packed with inspiration, laughter, and real talk about what it takes to turn passion into purpose. Chef Naz opens up about his journey to becoming a full-time chef, the importance of family traditions, and how humility and hard work fuel his vision for the future.

Whether you’re a chef, creative entrepreneur, or foodie, this episode will leave you hungry — not just for great food, but for creative growth.

Topics Covered
Finding your creative roots through food
From family recipes to professional kitchens
Building a culinary brand from scratch
Thanksgiving-inspired meals & comfort food stories
Turning your gift into a business with purpose

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This episode is a big one. Tae and Shamar sit down to unpack everything happening behind the scenes at the Creative Roots Podcast - from new milestones to the real challenges of running a podcast and what’s next for the show.

We talk social media growth, guest inquiries, and the unfiltered truth about balancing creativity and consistency. But the biggest news?

We’re officially going LIVE on December 20th!

This live event is our way of celebrating the journey - every episode, every story, every creative who’s pulled inspiration from these conversations. Expect a live audience, returning guests, Q&A segments, and real-time connection with our community.

Whether you’re a podcaster, creative entrepreneur, or just love seeing people build from the ground up, this episode will give you perspective, motivation, and a roadmap for finishing the year strong.

In This Episode:
How we’re growing the Creative Roots Podcast organically
Real talk about running a podcast with purpose
What’s next for our brand, our guests, and our community
Why we’re going live - and how you can be part of it

LIVE SHOW ANNOUNCEMENT:
Date: December 20th, 2025
Event: Creative Roots Live - A Studio Experience
Join us for: Q&A, giveaways, and returning guests
Be in the room or tune in online - either way, you’re part of this story.


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In this episode of the Creative Roots Podcast, Tae sits down with Tony, the visionary founder of Lose Leaf Clothing, to talk about what it really takes to build a clothing brand, stay consistent, and turn an idea into a movement.

Tony opens up about how Lose Leaf Clothing wasn’t his first business - but with the right mindset and support, he stayed the course and made it thrive. Together, we discuss entrepreneurship, brand growth, and the power of believing in yourself when others already do.

If you’ve ever wanted to start your own clothing line, build a creative business, or just need a reminder to keep going, this episode is packed with straight-to-the-point advice and real gems - no fluff, just growth.

In This Episode:
How Tony built Lose Leaf Clothing from the ground up
Lessons in resilience and creative entrepreneurship
Why consistency matters more than perfection
How to take advice, build momentum, and keep pushing
Inspiration for anyone starting a brand or creative business

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Thanks for listening! If this episode hit home, don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and share it with a fellow creative on their journey. 

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In this episode of the Creative Roots Podcast, Tae sits down with MaShalya, a Junior at North Carolina A&T State University (Aggie Pride!), who made the bold decision to switch her major from Engineering to Fashion Merchandising & Design.

Now the founder of 3mpty Headed Apparel, MaShalya designs custom clothing pieces that reflect creativity, confidence, and individuality. She shares how changing her major gave her a new sense of purpose, how she balances college life with entrepreneurship, and the mindset needed to market yourself as a young creative in today’s world.

This episode is packed with lessons on following your passion, personal branding, and the business of fashion — all while featuring the first-ever off-screen mic’d-up appearance from Shamar.

In This Episode:
How MaShalya built 3mpty Headed Apparel from the ground up
What led her to switch majors at North Carolina A&T
Tips on marketing and branding your fashion line
The business side of being a student creative
Real talk about college tuition, creative growth, and finding happiness



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In this inspiring episode of the Creative Roots Podcast, Tae and Shamar sit down with Manny “Phresh” from Hope Vibes - a nonprofit dedicated to bringing dignity and relief to the homeless community in Charlotte, NC and beyond.

Hope Vibes operates a mobile shower and laundry truck, offering free access to basic necessities for people experiencing homelessness. Phresh opens up about the journey of building this life-changing organization, how the community can get involved, and the impact Hope Vibes has created over the years.

He also shares insights from his book, “30 Days to Launch a Non-Profit,” which breaks down the steps aspiring founders can take to bring their own vision to life.

In This Episode:
The story behind Hope Vibes and its mission
How a mobile shower and laundry truck serves the homeless
The importance of community support, donations & volunteers
Growth of the nonprofit over the years
Lessons from Phresh’s book 30 Days to Launch a Non-Profit
How to get involved and give hope daily

Get Involved with Hope Vibes:
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In this inspiring episode of the Creative Roots Podcast, Tae sits down with Mya Lamis — a bold content creator with something real to say. What started as a reel-recording session turned into an unforgettable podcast conversation when Mya received a message mid-session letting her know she’d just been laid off from her job.

Instead of breaking down, Mya kept smiling, creating, and dropping gems. She shares how she got started as a digital creator, her perspective on getting fired, and how she plans to pivot into her next chapter with purpose and resilience.

This conversation is all about mindset, creativity, and turning setbacks into setups.

In This Episode:
Meeting content creator Mya Lamis for the first time
Her journey into reels, podcasting & digital storytelling
Finding out she was laid off mid-recording (and how she handled it)
Why losing her job isn’t stopping her grind
Gems for creatives navigating uncertainty
What’s next for Mya after being fired

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In this powerful episode of the Creative Roots Podcast, Tae sits down with Angelique (Angie) - actor, writer, director, and owner of Foxy Red Productions. Together, they reflect on their high school past, childhood creative journeys, and the paths that shaped who they are today.

Angie opens up about her upcoming projects, including her new IG-exclusive series “Reel_Love the series” and a short film currently making its way through film festivals. She also shares a raw and vulnerable story about how negligence and lies during the filming of her short project cost her a friendship - and the invaluable recovery lessons she learned along the way.

This conversation is full of gems on resilience, creativity, and what it means to keep moving forward as a storyteller.

In This Episode:
Revisiting high school memories and early creative sparks
Angie’s journey as actor, writer, director & producer
The making of Reel Love The Series (IG Exclusive)
Submitting her short film to festivals & navigating the waiting game
Losing a friend during production & lessons in recovery
How to protect your energy and keep creating despite setbacks

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Thanks for listening! If this episode hit home, don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and share it with a fellow creative on their journey. 

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