This week we're joined by creative director & NFL team photographer, Chanelle Smith-Walker. A few of Chanelle's achievements include becoming the first black creative director in SEC history and being part of the first female-led design team in College Football Playoff history. We discuss her rise in the sports media industry, the power of networking via Twitter, clout chasing & more!

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With Rihanna's new found success in business and baby on the way, do you think she'll ever return to music? 

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Does the balance of work and relationships truly exist? Friend of the podcast, Rese Jackson, talks to us about navigating and prioritizing work, marriage and family.

On our first show of 2022, we're talking our expectations for the new year, creative goals and possible COVID-19 shutdown.

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Christmas is here! We're looking back at this year and reflecting on our favorite creative moments and most important lessons we've learned. 

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With thirty-one days left in 2021, how will you use them to grow into the best version of you BEFORE the new year?

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This week we're celebrated our new merch launch, discussing Travis Scott's "Astroworld" tragedy and "grind culture" in the creative industry.

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Amidst Dave Chappelle controversy, we ask the question "should you censor your art for the comfort of others?"

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