Creative Roots Podcast
Creative Roots Podcast is where stories begin. Every week, host Tae sits down with artists, entrepreneurs, and makers of all kinds to explore the journey before the spotlight—when the vision was still raw, and the hustle was rooted in passion, not popularity. We go beneath the surface—talking consistency, growth, setbacks, and the real creative process. Whether you’re an early-stage creative or someone finding your way back to your roots, this podcast is here to inspire, reflect, and remind you why you started in the first place. 🌱 New episodes drop every Thursday.
Episodes
If you've been thinking about attending the Empowered Podcasting Conference, this episode is your inside look at everything you need to know.
Tae sits down with Jason Cercone to talk about what makes the Empowered Podcasting Conference different from the typical industry event. We discuss why Charlotte was chosen to host the conference, who it's designed for, and why the smaller, more intimate setting creates...
This episode, Tae sits down with Caroline Rena, Spiritual Alchemist and host of the Awakening Soul Divinity Podcast, for a conversation centered on self-awareness, personal growth, and what it truly means to be in tune with yourself.
Awakening Soul Divinity is a space for conversations about being human - our lived experiences, emotional truths, and what unfolds when we stop trying to fix ourselves and instea...
This episode is all about family, memories, and meaningful conversation.
Shamar takes the lead as he sits down with his cousin, Quintin, host of TEA with Q, for a conversation filled with laughter, reflection, and appreciation.
Together, they revisit cherished memories of their grandmother and the role she played in shaping their lives. Quintin shares how her encouragement helped him overcome a speech ...
For our Juneteenth episode, we welcome Dr. Lisa Collins from Oregon for a powerful and thought-provoking conversation.
Dr. Collins joins us to discuss her book, her short film, and her involvement in launching the Portland chapter of Coming To The Table, a nonprofit organization dedicated to creating a more just and truthful society by acknowledging, understanding, and healing from the racial wounds of the past, from...
When I say this episode is long for a reason, I mean it.
Despite being nervous from the very first phone call, Sherry accepted the invitation to join us on Creative Roots Podcast - and what unfolded was a conversation neither of us expected.
Sherry, owner of Sherry Denise Designs, is known for creating custom brooch ties for women and connecting with customers through pop-up shops and community events. But this conver...
This episode is a little different! Deana G takes over the lead seat!
Deana invited this episode's guest and leads the conversation with Tinesha Matthews, a natural hair stylist turned content creator whose journey into content creation started with a heartfelt Mother's Day reel dedicated to her mother. Since then, she hasn't looked back.
Together, Deana and Tinesha dive into topics surrounding natural hair, con...
We’re closing out Mental Health Awareness Month with a powerful conversation that’s been a long time coming - 6 months, to be exact.
This episode, we sit down with Brittnee Isaac, founder of Mama’s Block, to talk about creating real spaces for women and mothers to show up fully as themselves. Mama’s Block was built out of what was missing from many women’s groups: authenticity, f...
Continuing with Mental Health Awareness Month, we sit down with Nurse Practitioner Valeea, who brings over 15 years of healthcare experience and has been practicing as a Nurse Practitioner since 2018. Her passion for motivating, encouraging, and educating shines throughout this powerful conversation.
In this episode, we dive into personal experiences ranging from growing up as latch-key kids to living alongsi...
As we continue Mental Health Awareness Month, we sit down with Deloris Calhoun-Wright, author of A Child In The Middle.
This conversation goes far beyond the pages of the book. We dive head first into the reality of growing up between two separate households and the emotional weight placed on children when the adults around them are still trying to figure things out themselves.
A Child In The Middle is more than a tit...
New month. New guests. Real conversations.
May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and we’re kicking things off with Modd from Active Dad: a community focused on rewriting the story of fatherhood and creating space for men to grow, heal, and show up differently.
This episode goes deeper than surface-level talk. We get into past childhood trauma, the responsibility of raising young Black men, and wh...
One year in.
In this episode of Creative Roots, we kept it simple. Just a real conversation between us reflecting on the journey so far.
We talk about the moments that stood out, the guests who left an impact, what we’ve learned along the way, and how the podcast has grown over the past year. From the early days to now, this episode is about taking a step back and recognizing the process.
...
Dyme is back on Creative Roots, and this conversation goes exactly where it needs to.
The topic is simple, but not easy:
“Starting Over or Keep Going?”
What starts as a focused conversation quickly takes a turn after one show-stopping statement that shifts the entire direction of the episode. From there, it becomes an open, honest discussion - the kind you can’t script.
We g...
This episode of Creative Roots is a little different and a lot of fun.
Tae sits down with his two sons and the neighbor’s kid for a real conversation about video games, but from a perspective you don’t always hear… the kids themselves.
We talk about:
How video games can actually be educational
Learning strategy, problem-solving, and decision-making through gaming
How the...
In this episode of Creative Roots, we sit down with Jae of A Jae Of All Trades: a creative entrepreneur using her God-given gifts to build tools that actually help creators move with intention.
From custom mugs and cups to the standout piece of this episode: her Social Media Journal. Jae is creating resources designed to help you stay organized, consistent, and focused on your goals across every platform.
And thi...
In this episode of Creative Roots, Tae sits down with his cousin Naomi from Nae’s Bookshelf — an avid reader, content creator, and advocate for literacy and representation.
Naomi is currently a student at North Carolina A&T State University with plans to pursue a career in law, but her love for reading started long before that. Coming from a family of educators, she turned that passion into ac...
There’s a part of the creative journey nobody really talks about.
Not the beginning. Not the success. The middle.
In this episode of Creative Roots, Tae and Shamar sit down to unpack “The Uncomfortable Middle Phase.” That space where you’re no longer new, but not quite where you want to be either.
This is where doubt creeps in.
Where progress feels slow.
Where most people...
In this episode of Creative Roots, Tae sits down with Ty from the Ty Talks Podcast, and from the moment the cameras start rolling, you can tell this one is going to be a good time.
Ty came through the studio ready for jokes, laughs, and real conversation with the team. On his podcast, Ty covers a wide range of topics including sports, family, culture, and everyday life, and this conversation follows that same...
Today’s episode of Creative Roots looks a little different - we’re going virtual.
Tae taps in with Ammar, the other half behind Kolor Magazine, for a thoughtful conversation about the state of creatives, embracing new and humble beginnings, and what it looks like to approach life and creativity with a different mindset.
This episode explores:
The current landscape creatives are navig...
In this episode of Creative Roots, Tae sits down with Chef Fonz, the creator behind Black Gourmet CLT, for a conversation that blends movies, music, and of course… food.
Chef Fonz shares his journey from music and film into the kitchen, revealing how creativity doesn’t always stay in one lane. What started as a passion eventually turned into a business, serving plates throughout Charlotte in salo...
We’re closing out our February series, “Love God, Love Yourself,” with a powerful and heartfelt conversation.
In this episode of Creative Roots, Tae sits down with Kendall O’Neal, co-host of Authentic N Christ and founder of Yahweh for Her. Kendall is a woman of faith whose vision extends beyond words - into journals, conversations, and a lifestyle that reflects alignment with God.
...
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