Best Bianca Wise Podcasts (2025)

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83: Why Bad Art Is Good for Your Creative Growth 12:48

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Why Bad Art Is Good for Your Creative Growth Think your work has to be “good” to be worth doing? Think again. In this episode, I share: Why bad art is a sign of progress—not failure How my own messy book draft led to a publishing deal Why perfectionism blocks your momentum 3 reasons making imperfect work grows you faster as an artist 💛 Mentioned in…

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S5E13 - Should You Offer Sliding Scale? Let’s Talk About It 21:30

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Send us a text Should you offer sliding scale pricing in your doula business? This solo episode of Hot + Brave dives into the heart of that question with honesty, nuance, and strategy. We’re unpacking the roots of sliding scale, how race and gender shape expectations around care work, and what it actually takes to build an accessible and sustainabl…

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82: Daily Routines That Help Artists Stay Creative 17:33

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Feeling scattered, blocked, or inconsistent in your creative work? This episode is for you. Inside, we’ll explore: Why most artists resist structure—and why you still need it 3 simple, science-backed routines that support daily creativity How to design a rhythm that protects your energy and your art What real artists (not influencers) are doing to …

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S5E12 - Global Wisdom, Local Roots: How Bobette Returned to Ghana to Transform Birth Care 1:05:42

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Send us a text What does birth look like in Ghana today? In this powerful episode, Bianca sits down with Bobette, founder of Uzuri Birth, to explore how ancestral knowledge, global education, and personal experience collide in modern Ghanaian birthwork. From her early life in Congo to training in Europe and Canada, and finally returning home to Gha…

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81: How to Get Creative Ideas Flowing Again 13:55

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Feeling stuck in a creative fog? Whether you're a dancer, actor, writer, singer, or visual artist—this episode is for you. In this honest and practical breakdown, we’ll explore: What really causes creative blocks (and why it's not laziness) How to reignite creative ideas using movement, prompts, and input shifts Why perfectionism kills momentum—and…

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S5 E11 - Breath as Medicine: A Doula’s Guide to Embodied Healing with Jillian Marchand 55:20

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Send us a text In this tender and powerful episode of Hot + Brave, I’m joined by Jillian Marchand, founder of Exploring Embodiment, for a deep dive into breathwork, reproductive health, and the cultural disconnection so many of us carry in our womb space. We talk about how shame, trauma, and discomfort get stored in the body and how breath can be a…

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80: Self-Care for Artists: Taking Care of You and Your Art 16:12

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Feeling creatively drained? This episode offers real, science-backed self-care strategies for dancers, actors, singers, writers, and visual artists—so you can protect your energy and keep showing up for your art. Inside this episode: Why traditional self-care advice often fails artists How burnout affects your nervous system (and your creativity) 3…

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S5E10 - How to Be a Great Backup Doula (and Choose Yours Wisely) 25:38

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Send us a text In this episode of Hot + Brave, Bianca breaks down the essential (but often overlooked) topic of backup doulas: how to choose one, how to be one, and why this role is a vital part of building a sustainable, ethical doula practice. We’re covering: What makes a great backup doula How to prep your clients without fear Setting clear agre…

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79: When Creative Projects Go Sideways: How to Realign and Recover 12:03

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You didn’t fail. You just hit a detour. If your creative project feels stuck, messy, or completely off course—this episode is for you. In this week’s Healthy Wealthy Wise Artist episode, I’m sharing what to do when momentum disappears, doubt creeps in, and the finish line feels far away. 🎧 You’ll learn: Why creative projects often derail halfway th…

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S5E9 - The journey from maiden to mother with Anna Lundqvist 48:14

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Send us a text In this episode of Hot + Brave, we’re joined by Anna Lundqvist of Sacred Birth International (www.sacredbirthinternational.com) to explore one of the most profound and often overlooked shifts in a woman’s life: the transition from maiden to mother. Anna shares how birth can be reclaimed as a sacred rite of passage, what gets lost in …

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78: The Power of Quiet Creating: Finding Space for Your Art 13:39

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You’re not blocked. You’re just surrounded by too much noise. In a world that rewards constant output and performance, this episode invites you to slow down—and rediscover the kind of creativity that comes from stillness. In this week’s Healthy Wealthy Wise Artist podcast, we explore the power of quiet spaces (both internal and external) to help yo…

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From Baltimore to the Backstretch: How Dominic “Nick” Carves His Path in the World of Horse Racing 51:46

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What happens when a kid from Baltimore follows an unconventional dreamand actually makes it? In this episode of Minding My Damn Business, host Bianca Wise sits down with Dominic, also known as Nick, an exercise rider whose journey from college dropout to conditioning champion racehorses is nothing short of inspirational. From a wild in-air encounte…

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S5E8 - The Best Doula Tools You Already Have (No Shopping Needed) 24:39

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Send us a text In this episode of Hot + Brave, Bianca Sprague is busting a huge myth in the birth world... the myth that you need a bag full of fancy tools to be an effective doula. Spoiler: the best doula tools are already within you. From your hands and your breath to a rolled-up hospital towel and a sturdy chair, Bianca shares the free, practica…

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Horsepower and Hustle: Dominic’s Inspirational Path from Baltimore Streets to Thoroughbred Racing 58:57

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Sometimes, all it takes is voicing your ambitioneven as a joketo encounter the right opportunity. Dominics entire career started with a casual remark that landed him life-changing connections. If youre looking for a masterclass in resilience and bold moves, this episode is for you. We sat down with Dominicaka Nicka Baltimore native whose journey fr…

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77: You’re Not Behind—You’re Out of Rhythm: Find Your Creative Pace 11:57

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Feeling behind in your creative work? You’re not. You just haven’t been creating at your own pace. In this episode of Healthy Wealthy Wise Artist, we explore how to stop forcing yourself into someone else’s rhythm—and how to find the tempo that actually works for you. 🎧 You’ll learn: Why “keeping up” is killing your creativity What creative rhythm …

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S5E7 - Talk Like a Doula: Understanding the Language of Birth 35:41

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Send us a text In this episode of Hot + Brave, Bianca Sprague breaks down common birth terms you’ve probably heard, like effacement, dilation, VBAC, golden hour, and more... but maybe never fully understood. Whether you’re brand new to doula training, pregnant and preparing for birth, or a birth nerd who loves decoding medical lingo, this episode i…

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Stop Hustling, Start Aligning: The Mindset Shift That Changes Everything 54:37

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In this powerful episode of Minding My Damn Business, host Bianca sits down with national speaker, mindset expert, and founder of Supramentum, Chaz Scott, for a deeply honest and energizing conversation about redefining success, preventing burnout, and living a life that feels as good as it looks. From his transformational journey at Hampton Univer…

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76: Less Is More: Why Doing Less Can Make You a Better Artist 12:05

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If you’re doing all the things and still feel behind—this episode is your permission slip to slow down. Your creativity doesn’t need more pressure. It needs more space. 🎧 In this episode of Healthy Wealthy Wise Artist, you’ll learn: -Why artists often confuse productivity with progress -How "minimalist creativity" leads to stronger, deeper work -Th…

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S5E6 - I Didn’t Love the Newborn Stage...And That’s Okay 38:23

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Send us a text In this episode of Hot + Brave, Bianca Sprague breaks the silence around one of parenthood’s biggest taboos: not loving the newborn stage. From hormonal crashes to sleep deprivation, from identity loss to emotional overload, this episode explores why the early weeks of postpartum feel so overwhelming for so many, and how toxic messag…

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75: Ego vs Art: How to Create Without Letting Ego Get in the Way 16:31

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What if the voice holding you back isn’t your inner critic… but your ego dressed up as protection? If you’ve ever spiraled after sharing something vulnerable or avoided creating because it might not be “good enough,” this episode is for you. 🎧 In this episode of Healthy Wealthy Wise Artist, we explore: What ego in creativity really looks like (spoi…

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S5 S5 - The Epidural Debate Is Missing the Point 33:36

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Send us a text In this episode of Hot + Brave, Bianca Sprague breaks down why the birth world’s obsession with “natural vs. medicated” is a distraction, and how the real issue isn’t the epidural itself, but the lack of choice, support, and honest information surrounding it. We’re talking about in this episode: The myth of the “better” birth What ep…

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74: Perfectionism Is Killing Your Art: How to Let Go and Create Freely 20:18

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Are you holding your art hostage while waiting for it to be perfect? This episode is for every artist who’s been stuck, spiraling, or silently hiding their work—waiting for the “right” moment. 🎨 In this episode of Healthy Wealthy Wise Artist, we’ll explore: -What perfectionism in art really is (hint: it's fear in disguise). -How it's quietly killin…

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S5 E04 - The Myth of the “Perfect” Birth: Why We Need to Change the Narrative 29:15

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Send us a text In this powerful episode of Hot + Brave, Bianca Sprague unpacks the damaging myth of the “perfect” birth...and why it’s time to let it go. From unmedicated water births to curated Instagram stories, the fantasy of a flawless birth experience is leaving too many people feeling like they failed. Bianca breaks down where this narrative …

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73: How to Get the Support You Need as an Artist 17:14

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Struggling to find the right support as an artist? Whether you're looking for emotional encouragement, creative partnerships, or professional guidance, this episode will help you build a support system that fuels your artistry instead of draining it. 🔹 Why emotional support for artists is essential 🔹 How to find creative partnerships that push you …

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S5 E03 - Birth Isn’t the Problem, The System Is: Birth in the Age of Misinformation 51:14

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Send us a text What if I told you most due dates are based on a formula from the 1800s? Or that you’re still being told not to eat during labor because of a study from 1946? Or that the system profits when you’re too scared to ask questions? In the latest episode of The Hot + Brave Podcast, I’m breaking down the top birth myths...and the actual tru…

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72: Should Creating Always Be Fun? The Truth About Art and Discipline 17:57

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Creativity is often romanticized. We see the highlight reels—the effortless performances, the finished paintings, the viral posts. But what about the moments when creating isn’t fun? What about the days when motivation is nowhere to be found? If you’ve ever wondered whether you’re doing something wrong because your creative work feels hard, this ep…

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S5E2 - Giving Birth in a Foreign Country: What No One Tells You with Hannah Preil 1:07:31

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Send us a text Giving birth in a foreign country comes with surprises, challenges, and a whole lot of translation errors. Maternity mentor and expat mama Hannah Preil shares what it’s really like to navigate pregnancy, birth, and postpartum abroad. Plus, how to build a support system when family is an ocean away. Find our more about Hannah here: ww…

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Beating Faces & Beating the Odds: How Freedom Built a Beauty Empire 39:22

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In this inspiring episode of Minding My Damn Business, host Bianca Wise sits down with celebrity makeup artist and entrepreneur Freedom, aka Freedom on the Beat. From humble beginnings in his parents' basement to glamming A-list celebrities like Nene Leakes, 50 Cent, and Latto, Freedom shares his powerful journey of turning passion into profit. Tun…

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S5 E01 - Parenting, Mental Health & the Thief of Joy: A No-BS Chat with Nikki Steel Osborne 1:16:55

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Send us a text We are talking all about mental health and talking about it in a way that is not happening in other places. This will shake you up and give you ideas to find joy. Want to find Nikki? Check her our here: https://www.thescottishsoulsister.com/ Here is her course: www.thescottishsoulsister.com/online-course ⭐️ We have some links for you…

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71: Is Social Media Helping or Hurting Your Art? The Truth Artists Need to Know 20:04

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Is social media amplifying your artistry—or pulling you away from your creative core? In this episode, we dive into the double-edged sword of social media for artists, covering: 🎭 The Distractions – How social platforms can become busywork, steering you away from genuine creation. 🚀 The Opportunities – Stories of artists who've harnessed social med…

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70: Does Luck Matter in Art? How Artists Create Opportunities 21:33

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Is success in the arts just luck, or can you create your own opportunities? 🎭 Many dancers, actors, singers, writers, and visual artists feel stuck—applying, waiting, and hearing nothing back. In this episode, we break down why most opportunities don’t come from cold applications and how artists actually get noticed. 💡 What You’ll Learn: Why talent…

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Big Boss Moves & Media Domination with Angel Livas 56:09

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Season 2 of Minding My Damn Business is here, and were coming for everything! In this episode, were diving deep into media domination, brand-building, and turning your voice into an empire with the powerhouse behind the ALIVE Podcast Network, Angel Livas. Angel isnt just in the gameshes changing it, creating space, amplifying voices, and showing cr…

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69: I Stopped Hiding My True Thoughts for 3 Months—Here’s What Happened 35:17

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What if you said exactly what you wanted, needed, and believed—without filtering yourself? For the past three months, Echo Vetter, a life coach, speaker, and mother of five, has been practicing radical honesty—saying the hard things even when it feels scary. In this episode, she shares what happened when she stopped hiding her true thoughts. 🔹 Why …

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From Corporate to CEO: How Kimberly Prescott Built an HR Powerhouse 46:25

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Corporate life just wasnt it for Kimberly Prescott, so she took matters into her own handsliterally. She went from dealing with toxic workplaces to building Prescott HR, a powerhouse in the industry. On this episode of Minding My Damn Business, were talking: The moment Kim knew corporate wasnt for her How she made the leap (without a backup plan!) …

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68: Ditch the Artist Hustle: How Consistency Fuels Creative Success 15:30

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We’ve been told that success comes from grinding harder, working longer, and pushing through no matter what—but that mindset burns more creatives out than it builds up. The truth? Consistency fuels creative success, not hustle. In this episode, I’m breaking down: ✅ Why hustle culture is killing your creativity ✅ How small, daily habits lead to mass…

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Mind Your Business & Level Up! | Bianca Wise x Crystal Berger 59:27

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Season 2 of Minding My Damn Business is HERE, and were not playing small! Bianca Wise sits down with media mogul & branding powerhouse Crystal Berger to talk about: Breaking through the noise in media & business Building authentic authority in your industry Why showing up as your BEST self is the real power move Crystals journey from Baltimore to F…

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67: How to Love an Artist (and Why It Matters More Than You Think) 39:10

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Artists don’t just create—they are artists. But what does it really take to support them in a way that’s healthy, sustainable, and mutually fulfilling? Whether you're a partner, friend, or family member of an artist, understanding their world can strengthen your relationship and help you navigate the creative journey together. In this episode, my h…

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66: Stay Inspired, Stay In It: Real-World Strategies for Artists Through Highs, Lows, and In Between 29:18

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Ready to level up your creative career? In this episode of Healthy Wealthy Wise Artist, we sit down with Emmy-nominated writer, director, and producer Adam “Tex” Davis (Just Friends, Brain Games) for a behind-the-scenes look at what it really takes to succeed in the arts. From turning setbacks into opportunities to expanding your creative range wit…

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65: How Artists Can Set Goals and Big Themes for 2025 (Past the New Year Buzz) 25:52

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Most people have moved on from their New Year goals, but as an artist, this is the perfect time to get intentional. In this episode, I explore how to set meaningful goals, align them with actionable intentions, and navigate 2025’s unique opportunities and challenges. Whether you’re feeling stuck or ready to refocus, this episode is packed with valu…

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Season Finale: Empowering Perspectives with Keyon Lomax 1:06:00

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Join Bianca Wise as she sits down with Keyon Lomax for an inspiring conversation filled with insights, experiences, and transformative ideas. Discover how Keyons journey and expertise are shaping perspectives and empowering others to thrive. Don't miss this engaging episode!By Bianca Wise

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Unlocking Business Success Through Numerology with Frea O'Brien 1:03:09

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In this episode, we dive deep into the fascinating world of numerology with Frea O'Brien, an International Business Numerologist. Discover how numbers can influence your business decisions, personal growth, and overall success. Frea shares her expertise on decoding the hidden messages in numbers and explains how understanding these patterns can unl…

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Owning Your Story: Leadership, Authenticity, and the Power of Mindset 48:10

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In this episode, Host Bianca Wise sits down with Tracy Imm., the "Fairy Godmother of Storytelling and Communications," to explore how storytelling can transform leadership, personal branding, and business success. Tracy shares her powerful journey from overcoming a traumatic childhood event to becoming a thought leader in corporate culture and pers…

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Transforming Your Mind and Body with Charles "Chizel It" Harris 47:43

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Welcome to Episode 5 of Minding My Damn Business, hosted by Bianca Wise. In this inspiring episode, V Wise sits down with Charles "Chizel It" Harrisa transformational fitness expert and passionate mental health advocate with over 25 years of experience. Charles dives into the secrets of sustaining transformation, debunks myths about quick-fix weigh…

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Breaking the Mold with Queen K: From Psychology to Filmmaking 48:57

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In this inspiring episode of Minding My Damn Business, were joined by Queen K, the visionary founder of Willow Street Productions and creator of the poignant film Bye for Now. Queen Ks journey from a masters degree in psychology to becoming a dynamic filmmaker is nothing short of remarkable. She shares her transitions through education, music, and …

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64: Three Lessons Every Artist Needs to Know for a Thriving Creative Career 14:11

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What if you could skip the trial-and-error and learn from the hard-earned lessons of an experienced artist? In this episode, I’m sharing three essential lessons every artist needs to know—truths that have shaped my creative journey and can transform yours. 🎭 Whether you’re a dancer, actor, writer, singer, or visual artist, this episode dives into: …

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S4 E12 - Referrals Made Easy: How to Grow Your Doula Business Fast 26:08

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Send us a text Building a referral program is a great way to have an awesome marketing machine made up of your community members! We will walk you through how to do this and we have done all the work for you with the free referral building kit. Get the FREE kit that goes with this episode by going here and commenting BOOST Want to be in the secret …

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From Six Figures to Startups: Lessons from Dr. Syreeta Bond's Career 45:51

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In this compelling episode of the Minding My Damn Business's "Breaking the Mold" series, we delve into the inspiring journey of Dr. Syreeta Bond, the Afro-Latina visionary who has fearlessly redefined the fashion and tech industries. From her humble beginnings in Delaware's banking sector to establishing an influential fashion brand and rising thro…

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63: Taking Risks as an Artist: Overcoming Obstacles and Roadblocks to Chase Your Dreams 36:26

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In this episode of the Healthy Wealthy Wise Artist podcast, we discuss one of the most giant leaps we've ever taken—moving to the USA to pursue our dreams as artists WITH KIDS. Along the way, we encountered countless obstacles, from logistical roadblocks to moments of intense self-doubt. Yet, every step of this journey has reaffirmed the power of t…

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S4 E11 - 10 Things NOT To Do With Loss Families with Vallen Webb 1:02:06

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Send us a text Content Note: We discuss loss, so please make sure you take care of yourself and step away if needed. Find out more about the 911 Kit go here: www.bebomia.com/911kit To find out about Vallen's Loss Certification go here: www.evelynjamesandco.com/pregnancylosseducationcourse ⭐️ We have some links for you which are mentioned in the epi…

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Wes Watson: From Firefighter to Car Dealer Extraordinaire 37:12

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In this compelling episode, we sit down with Wes Watson, the independent owner and operator of Day One Automotive in Owings Mills, Maryland. From an EMT firefighter to a thriving car dealership owner, Wes shares the highs and lows of his unique entrepreneurial journey. Wes reveals the importance of continuous learning and embracing challenges, reit…