Creator Now and Next

If you’re a creator who wants to launch your own brand, this episode is for you.

Teni Panosian shares what it really takes to go from lifestyle and beauty creator to founder of Monday Born Beauty, and how building a company reshaped her creativity, decision-making, and relationship with her audience.

We cover:

• The creator-to-founder mindset shift

• Turning audience trust into product responsibility

• Systems vs. intuition

• Financial lessons behind the scenes

• Building long-term brand value instead of chasing trends

This episode is a practical look at how creators can build companies that resonate, and last.

Follow Creator Now & Next for conversations about building beyond content.

In this episode, Cole and Taylor sit down with Giannina Gibelli and Blake Horstmann: a reality TV power couple whose love story spans multiple franchises.

You may know Giannina from Netflix’s Love Is Blind, where she became an instant fan favorite, or from All Star Shore, where she met Blake. Blake first captured Bachelor Nation on The Bachelorette (and later Bachelor in Paradise) before carving out his own path as a creator, DJ, and podcast host.

Together, they’ve turned a very public past into something deeply private, grounded, and real building a relationship, a life, a brand… and now a family with their baby boy Heath.

They get into:
• What Giannina’s Love Is Blind experience really taught her about love, communication, and identity
• Blake’s Bachelor journey, the backlash after Paradise, and how he rebuilt his confidence
• The surprises (and challenges) of becoming parents
• How they support each other as creators, partners, and a team

This episode is funny, honest, and a refreshing reminder that you can evolve past your most public chapter and still find the kind of love that’s built to last.

Additionally, Giannina Gibelli and Blake Horstmann are guest hosting for Amber Desiree "AD" Smith's What's the Reality? podcast while she is on maternity leave. This past episode, which dropped on Wednesday, Jan. 14 at 6 a.m., reflected on their relationship coming from different reality TV backgrounds, discussed their thoughts on reality television news like Taylor Frankie Paul on The Bachelorette, chatted about dynamics in a relationship as a whole, and much more.

They will continue to keep AD’s seat warm while she’s on maternity leave with exciting new guests and a special episode that emulates their love story. Episodes drop on Wednesdays on YouTube and wherever you get your podcasts.

In this episode, Cole and Taylor sit down with Enola Bedard: a dancer, creator, choreographer, and performer who’s built a global career by doing something most people would never dare to do: dancing in public like nobody’s watching.

Enola trained for years before anything went viral, and during the pandemic she and her mom were filming constantly with almost no traction… until one public dance video suddenly hit 30 million views overnight. From there, everything changed, and she’s been building ever since, from street dances and choreography work (including alongside Jennifer Lopez) to acting roles in Mean Girls and Julie and the Phantoms, and even releasing her own music in English and French.

They get into:
• What it’s actually like filming dance videos in public (and the wild reactions she’s gotten)
• The discipline it took to keep going before anyone was watching
• What she learned working at the highest level as a choreographer
• How acting + music fit into her bigger creative world
• What she wants next (and the dream version of her future career)

This episode is part motivation, part behind-the-scenes, and fully a reminder that consistency + courage really does change everything. If you love dance, creative careers, or stories about people going all-in on their craft...this one’s for you.

In this episode, Cole and Taylor sit down with Carter Kench, a creator who’s built his career by letting his inner child lead the way. From Mafia games and haunted carnivals to theme-park deep dives and product testing, Carter’s content works because it’s curious, instinctive, and genuinely fun.

They dive into:

• How Carter’s biggest series came to be, including Mafia and Carter’s Carnival
• The balance between planning and pure instinct when filming with friends
• Why his theme-park obsession became such a powerful storytelling lane
• How discovery content and product testing keep audiences engaged
• The lessons he’s learned producing large-scale creator series
• How he thinks about expanding his content universe moving forward

This episode is a fun, honest look at building worlds online, staying playful while scaling, and creating content that feels genuine even as it grows. A must-listen for anyone interested in long-form storytelling, creator-led series, or understanding how today’s creators turn imagination into a career.

In this episode, Cole and Taylor sit down with two creators who have turned travel, storytelling, and clever camera wizardry into full-time careers: Hannah Wilson and Kate Telek. Whether they’re filming solo in a new country or teaching hundreds of thousands how to elevate their visuals, Hannah and Kate have mastered what it means to create anywhere.

With a mix of creative intuition, technical skill, and a shared love of capturing the world as they see it, they’ve built audiences who trust their perspectives and return for their storytelling. From cinematic travel vlogs to viral filming hacks, their work shows that great visuals come not from perfect conditions, but from knowing how to adapt.

They dive into:

• How Hannah plans, films, and edits her world travels while staying true to her aesthetic

• Kate’s process for discovering new camera hacks and the ones that unexpectedly blew up

• What it actually takes to film confidently in public 

• The systems, tools, and habits that keep them consistent on the road

• How they balance creativity with burnout, brand deals, and real-life sustainability

• The moments that shaped their creator journeys

• What’s next for both creators as they look toward a bigger year of travel, storytelling, and growth

This episode is an honest, energizing look at creativity on the move…perfect for anyone who loves travel, visual storytelling, or learning how great creators make magic out of unpredictable environments. A must-listen for anyone looking to level up their filming, find their on-camera confidence, or understand how today’s top creators turn everyday moments into something extraordinary.

In this episode, Cole and Taylor sit down with Harry Daniels: the creator who built a career by doing the one thing the rest of us would never dare to do…walking straight up to celebrities and asking, “Can I sing for you?” What started as a bold idea in a crowd has led him to serenade icons like Sabrina Carpenter, Cardi B, Ariana Grande… even President Obama. With a mix of confidence, humor, and a surprisingly strong vocal range, Harry has turned spontaneous moments into a signature brand recognized across the internet.

They dive into:• How Harry went from fan in the crowd to the creator celebrities now recognize on sight• The strategy and luck behind getting in front of some of the biggest names in entertainment• The truth about which encounters were completely unplanned and which ones almost didn’t happen• What virality looks like from Harry’s perspective, and how he navigates both the praise and the criticism• How he’s thinking about the next chapter of his career, from original music to potential on-camera projects

This episode is a fun, candid look at confidence, creativity, and the power of showing up boldly, even when every instinct says you shouldn’t. A must-listen for anyone who loves pop culture, creator storytelling, or watching someone chase their dreams one serenade at a time.

In this episode, Cole and Taylor sit down with David Snyder: the pianist who is redefining what it means to be a modern touring artist. Known for his one-man piano show, his ability to turn live moments into viral online clips, and a stage presence that blends comedy, musicianship, and storytelling, David has built a career that feels both deeply personal and incredibly innovative. From his beginnings on social media to his time on America’s Got Talent to selling out venues across the country, he’s proving that the future of music is being written by artists who understand both performance and platform.

They dive into:

• How social media transformed his relationship with music and why a “social-first” artistic identity isn’t a compromise but a creative advantage
• Building a tour as an independent artist and the realities of turning a one-man piano show into a fully scalable live experience
• The moments from the road that shaped him, challenged him, and convinced him he was on the right path
• Why some performances go viral, what makes a concert moment internet-ready, and how he balances spontaneity with intention
• The role of visual identity, brand consistency, and audience connection in shaping a modern music career
• Where he believes music discovery, fandom, and live performance are heading next and how independent artists can take advantage of the moment
• The behind-the-scenes chaos, humor, and unhinged surprises that come with performing night after night in different cities

This episode pulls back the curtain on tour life, creative evolution, and what it really takes to keep fans hooked in a fast-moving, algorithm-driven world. A must-listen for artists, music lovers, or anyone curious about how talent, personality, and the internet can ignite a new kind of musical career.

In this episode, Cole and Taylor sit down with Diana and Hussein Bayz: the couple who unintentionally broke the internet with a proposal video that has now amassed nearly 40 million views. What began as one viral moment evolved into a true digital love story, launching a creator journey centered around warmth, family, and an unmistakable “Bayz” charm.

Known for their cozy lifestyle content, comedic husband-wife dynamics, and the beloved #BabaSundays series featuring Diana’s parents, the Bayz have built an online world that feels equal parts intimate, entertaining, and deeply relatable. 

They dive into:

• The story behind their proposal video: how it was planned, what went wrong, and what it felt like to watch their personal moment sweep the internet
• Turning virality into longevity and how they used a one-off explosion of attention to grow a loyal, engaged community
• How they developed their signature “cozy lifestyle” aesthetic and why humor is such a core part of their content
• The origin and impact of #BabaSundays, featuring the family members who became unexpected fan favorites
• Where they draw the line between private life and the parts they choose to share
• The challenges of filming as a couple, navigating creative differences, time, and maintaining authenticity
• Their approach to recurring series, audience connection, and storytelling that feels warm, intentional, and true to who they are

This episode offers a heartfelt look at what it means to build a digital presence rooted in love, family, and shared creativity and how the Bayz turned an unforgettable proposal into a growing, multi-chapter creator career. A must-listen for anyone who loves intentional storytelling, wholesome content, and creators redefining what lifestyle media can look like. 

In this episode, Cole and Taylor sit down with Chase DeMoor: the athlete, Netflix star, and heavyweight boxing champion who’s rewriting his story one punch at a time. From Too Hot to Handle and Perfect Match to the Misfits Boxing ring (and an upcoming face-off with Andrew Tate), Chase has built a career that lives at the intersection of entertainment, controversy, and competition.

Once known for his bold reality-TV moments (yes, including that cockroach scene), Chase opens up about the discipline and determination that carried him from the football field to global fame and why this next fight might be his biggest statement yet.

They dive into:

• The mindset shift from athlete to entertainer to fighter
• What really goes on behind the cameras of Netflix’s biggest shows
• How “the villain” label became both a challenge and a brand
• The discipline that separates viral fame from lasting legacy
• How he’s approaching the Andrew Tate fight both physically and mentally

This episode peels back the layers of viral fame to reveal the focus, resilience, and reinvention driving one of Netflix’s most talked-about stars and what it really takes to fight for your name, your purpose, and your redemption. 

In this episode, Cole and Taylor sit down with two of the internet’s funniest storytellers, Becca Bastos and Tucker Reynolds — the chaotic minds behind the hit podcast “The Content Factory”. From turning oddly specific everyday moments into viral POVs to mastering the art of relatability, these two have built an entire universe around the humor hiding in plain sight.

Becca and Tucker have become the king and queen of “wait, I’ve totally lived that” comedy — from Hamilton parodies to painfully accurate social skits that feel lifted straight out of your group chat. Together, they’ve redefined what it means to make people laugh online, balancing chaos, creativity, and community in every post.

They dive into:

• The secret to making hyper-specific moments go massively viral
• Why relatability and timing are everything in digital comedy
• The origins of Content Factory and how they keep the energy unfiltered
• What collaboration really looks like behind the chaos

This episode is packed with humor, creative insight, and behind-the-scenes moments from two creators who have mastered the algorithm — not by chasing trends, but by turning everyday life into pure comedy gold.