Representation matters. We've heard the phrase, but it takes on new meaning, especially when you're going into a space that is historically dominated by one demographic. That is starting to change for the better, and Keisa Carroll is the absolute truth of that. Listen as we talk about how new stories make it better for everyone, breaking stereotypes from all angles, and how being an artist helps us parent creatively. 

It's no secret that I admire artists of all kinds, but there's something about dancers that leaves me in total awe of them. The mental, emotional, and physical strength they must have is, in my mind, otherworldly statists. One person that embodies this and yet somehow goes above and beyond is Lindsey Dinneen. Not only is she a professional dancer, but she owns her own company and has a podcast called "Artfully Told," where she is creating community in the art world. I hope you enjoy this amazing episode with this amazing guest. 

I believe that engaging in art-related and/ or creative things can be a life change in and of itself. Art has the power to change how you view things, think of things, or do things. Art can be many things, including informative and inspiring. But what if you really want to change your life at its core? What if you feel stuck in a certain area of your life, and you need that extra push to help you move forward? In this episode, we will talk about creativity with purpose and some of the tools you need to move forward in your professional creative career. 

Sometimes art can feel a bit intimidating, like you have to be a special kind of person to understand it fully. Well, I have learned while doing this show that art truly is for everyone, and that doesn't make it lose any of its mystery. It's still just as challenging and thought-provoking as before but with the bonus of knowing that you can still get something out of it. And who better to bring it down to Earth than someone who not only lives it but teaches it. Maria Seda-Reeder shares her wisdom and thoughts on art and the world of art. 

This is a crazy world we live and work in. The creative world is not for the faint of heart, and if you don't know what you're doing, it will swallow you up. Luckily, there are amazing women like Tiffany Vega-Gibson here to make sure you know what you are doing. Not only is she watching your back on the business front, but she is making sure you're getting the fair treatment you deserve on the moral one. She is a strong artist that is a wonder to behold.

I love when people are going through life thinking they know, but something happens to change everything for the better. Cherry Mendoza has a true coming of age life story that is almost magical. But don't think it's all sunshine and roses; Cherry had to fight to get where she is, and man is the world of theatre and modeling better for it.

How can we fix a problem if we aren't willing to listen? How can we learn from others if we tell them they can't speak their truth? Truth can be hard to face at times and realizing the world isn't all sunshine and rainbows is a fact we all have to come to grips with at some point. Great art can come from speaking the truth, like Billie Holiday's "Strange Fruit" or Pham Thanh Tam who is among many artists that created beautiful artwork that centers are the horrors of the Vietnam war. Art can be beautiful, tranquil, and full of joy. But art is also scary, painful, raw, and full of sorrow. Sometimes we have to face the good and the bad. The truth will set you free.