After three seasons and interviewing dozens of creatives, this is the last episode that I will be releasing, at least for now. In this episode, I share the real story behind my viral video and all the things behind the scenes that I had never talked about before. Let’s get into it!

01:48 • Steps To Going Viral
12:09 • Create Without Burning Out
22:10 • How To Get Management
27:10 • What’s Next For Me

Meet the team!
Host + Producer: https://www.instagram.com/aprilkae/
Assistant Producer: https://www.instagram.com/jalena.nyc/

“You’ll never find freedom trying to be understood by someone else.”

How many of your life choices are based on the perception of others? Today I’m talking with Annika Hansteen-Izora, an art director, designer, and author. Highlighting self-indulgence, dreaming, and pacing your creative projects—this episode left me speechless and inspired.

00:56 •  Are You Understood?
08:17 • Resources for Creatives
19:18 • What Is Tenderness, Really?
27:26 • Reimagining Social Media
35:14 • The Meaning Behind Your Dreams

Follow Annika on IG: https://www.instagram.com/annika.izora/

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What is one universal career tip you would tell your younger self? Today I’m chatting with Jen Winston about her best piece of advice for new writers and creatives.

Jen is a creative director and writer working at the intersection of sex, technology, and pop culture. Celebrating the release of her new book, Greedy, we cover it all from liberation to burnout and boundaries.

00:44 •  Liberation From Introspection
11:28 •  Coping With Burnout
17:22 •  Advice for Writers
26:34 •  Side Hustle and Day Jobs
31:49 •  Intimacy and Boundaries

Follow Jen on IG: https://www.instagram.com/jenerous/

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“When we’re asking for our worth, it has to be a collective effort.”

Sitting down with Tommy Franklin, we dive deeper into self-advocacy and why community organization matters. Tommy shares insight from being the President of indie production company Special Menu Productions, host of “Weapon of Choice Podcast,” and the star, director, and producer of the short film “WHITE TEARS.”

00:52 • Are You Really 'Woke?’
13:04 • Facing Flaky People
26:13 • Get Out Of A Rut
29:27 • Reclaim Your Worth
43:00 •  "I WANT To Be Ostracized”

WATCH WHITE TEARS: https://vimeo.com/570757971
Follow Tommy on IG: https://www.instagram.com/wisedoesmatter/

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“My fears are rewriting my story, and I can’t always live anticipating the worst.”

In the spirit of Halloween, we’re sitting down with Maay Brice and Joshua Monroe to talk all about facing your fears. Joshua and Maay are both founders of The Neighborhood Watch channel and are hosts of the second annual Halloween film festival, “Spookems.”

Grab some popcorn (or candy corn), and let’s get into it!

01:17 • Gaming for Love
07:35 • The Magic of Horror
19:24 • Facing Your in Fear
25:53 • Finding Comfort in Discomfort
31:49 • How To Be More Intentional

Follow Maay on IG: https://www.instagram.com/ahmaayzing/
Follow Joshua on IG: https://www.instagram.com/imjmonroe/

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“My truth evolves because I evolve.”

What is your truth, and why is it hard to pinpoint? Today I’m talking with Darian Harvin. Darian is a reporter based in LA, covering beauty at the intersection of politics and pop culture. You’ve probably read her work interviewing powerhouses like Cardi B, Megan Thee Stallion, and Tracee Ellis Ross.

If you’ve been stuck in a rut or isolated recently, this episode is especially for you.


00:50 • Pressures of Social Media
12:09 • Pop Culture Rebellion
14:50 • What Is Your Truth?
20:51 • Finding Your Future Career 
26:06 • Self-love Is Your Birthright
30:06 • The Secret to Cold Emails


Follow Darian on IG: https://www.instagram.com/darian/

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In this episode, I answer questions from YOU, the I See What You Mean community.

If you follow me online, you know that I’ve gone from 80K to over 320K followers over the past 9 months. Navigating this networking tool is challenging, and I want to share tips and a more in-depth look into my story of going viral. Regardless of your takeaway, remember to KEEP CREATING!

00:34 • Do You Need Social Media?
11:26 • Importance of Boundaries
27:41 • Downsides of Social Media
43:55 • How To Go Viral
51:34 • Balancing Mental Health

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“If art is an expression of emotion, how can you create without taking the time to check in with yourself or your collaborators.” To kick off this new season, we’re checking in with Indigo Mateo and Richie Reseda. They’re both incredible musicians and they’re the team behind Question Culture. Diving into conversations about cultivating deeper connections, we couldn’t ask for a better start to this next chapter of I See What You Mean.

01:03 • Intro to the Arts
09:20 • No More Struggling Artists
11:18 • the Impact of Music
29:14 • Tips for All Creatives
38:04 • The Key to Collaborations
45:00 • Embracing Challenges

Follow Indigo on IG: instagram.com/indigomateo
Follow Richie on IG: instagram.com/richiereseda

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"I started as a 25-year-old intern, with no experience, in a sea of people with film degrees."

This week we're joined by Jazzmyne Robbins, diversity and inclusion consultant at Buzzfeed and an all-around icon. If you've been online anytime in the past five years, you've definitely seen her and her work. In this episode, Jazzmyne recounts her story leading up to where she is today and shares how you can embrace your most authentic self.

00:42 • Confronting Conformity
10:13 • Fashion And Self-Discovery
26:20 • Embracing The Spotlight
32:39 • How To Speak Up
38:35 • Balancing Emotions

Follow Jazzmyne on IG: @jazzmynejay

Follow "I See What You Mean": @aprilspodcast

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Host + Producer: @aprilkae.nyc
Audio Editor + Copy Writer: @jalena.nyc

"For 30 days, suspend disbelief that what you want is impossible and just see what happens."

Are your dreams unattainable, or are you just underestimating yourself? This week we're speaking with Tourmaline, a filmmaker based in New York City, to talk about Freedom Dreaming and why you should start doing it. Tourmaline's work is featured in TIME 100 as well as the MoMa and Brooklyn museum.

01:05 • Perspective Shifts
08:06 • Perks Of Superficiality
21:00 • Freedom Dreaming
25:10 • Be The Main Character
31:01 • Follow Your Intuition
39:06 • Unlocking Your Power

Follow Tourmaline on IG: @tourmaliiine

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Host + Producer: @aprilkae.nyc
Audio Editor + Copy Writer: @jalena.nyc