Run The Layers with Creative Bobbie

In this episode, actor / master of ceremonies / musician / leader Justin Jorrell talks about claiming his place and position through his mindset and experiences. We talk about his creative journey, the management of his various gifts and tools, and overcoming doubt.

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In this episode, I have the honor of chatting with photographer, colorguard coach, and Immediate Past National President of Tau Beta Sigma National Honorary Band Sorority Adrienne Rall. We talk about how photography (and music) evokes emotion and how beauty can be created when we stop overthinking.

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In this season premiere episode, I talk with screenwriter/photographer/videographer Randy Hill! We discuss our unique journeys from engineering to creative work that better suited our actual passions. Randy talks about his view of what creativity is and how he is inspired to be a storyteller.

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On this solo episode, I unload my thoughts on appreciating the work you've done, not letting fear stop you from creating, and how to use your past accomplishments for self-motivation.

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In this episode, I get to talk with my friend and Assistant Director of Bands Kalem Graham. We chat about the creativity of music and how he uses and values creativity on and off the podium.

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In this episode, I am blessed to talk with best-selling author, podcaster, educator, bandhead, and community builder Dr. Christy Walker! We explore how creativity has affected the direction of our lives and the HBCU band world.

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In this episode, I am blessed to get to talk with drill writer/designer Gary Bryant. We talk about how he is using his creativity to express his vision through marching arts.

In this episode, I am honored with the presence of the Guilford County Schools Assistant Principal of the Year Chase Arrington! We talk about how he is using his creativity and lessons in leadership to enrich the lives of students and teachers.

In this episode, I speak with music teacher / band director ReShonda Thompson about how she is using creativity in education, service, and leadership.

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On this season 3 premiere, educator/podcaster/playwright Jessica Langley and I talk about using creativity in the classroom, starting a podcast, black fiction, and much more!

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In the Season 2 finale of Run The Layers, I review the book Big Magic: Creative Living Beyond Fear by Elizabeth Gilbert. I also talk about the success of Season 2, how humbled I am by guests wanting to be on, and how thankful I am for my listeners.

Thanks to The Black Onion for inspiring me to read this book!

In this very special episode, I talk with my friend T.J. Tooley about our YouTube & Facebook Watch show, THE DESIGNER & THE WRITER. 

In typical us fashion, our conversation goes beyond the surface to touch on creative collaboration, the role of storytelling in branding, the power of friendship, and more!

This is a special crossover episode. One of my co-hosts of the Everyone and Their Brother podcast, writer T.J. Tooley, asked to interview me for an 'Inside The Studio' interview for EATB. We talk about how I came up with the idea for Run The Layers and what it means to me. I give a taste of what the podcast is through a clip from the episode with my brother! It was an honor to be asked and I am very happy to share the experience with you all.

On this episode, I chat with pro gamer, streamer, music artist SurgingStorm! We talk about how great it feels to create, the confidence required to put content out there, and much more!

On this episode, Programs Manager, Speaker, and Kappa Kappa Psi National Council member Bang Co talks about how he uses creativity to bring others into the conversation. We discuss the importance of inclusion, our love of music, and much more!

On this solo episode, I reflect on the success of the podcast thus far, express appreciation for the guests who come on the show, and share the response I've gotten about this project and others.

I firmly believe that each of us were put onto this Earth to deposit something into this world that will improve it. We each have the potential to do something, create something for the betterment of others. Let's explore that and act on it.

On this episode, I have the superstars Rajah and Shannon Jackson of Jacks Making It Home. They are a married couple who met in college (the ILLUSTRIOUS North Carolina Agricultural & Technical STATE University - AGGIE PRIDE!) and been together ever since. The Jacksons laugh, learn, cook, complete home improvement projects, travel, and more on their YouTube channel Jacks Making It Home. Listen to us talk about what all it takes to produce content on a consistent basis, dive into their favorite projects, and what inspires them to create!

On this episode, I talk with friend and former co-worker, Band Director Yvonne Daye! We talk about what it is like to be a music educator during a pandemic, what creativity means to her, the importance of managing your mental health, and more!

On this episode, I talk with my good friend, educator/speaker/writer/event-planner Jessica Ridgeway. We talk about what inspires her, how she engages with students, how she sees and uses the freedom of creativity, and her creative goals and growth.

In this episode, I talk with my good friend, gamer, singer, crafter, ideawoman, and mother Karraha Brown Shepard a.k.a. Karraha So Random! We talk about how creativity surrounds her and how she plans on using it for the benefit of others. There's a very quick guest star that makes an appearance on the episode lol.

In this first episode of Season 2, I have a fantastic convo with the extraordinary artist and entrepreneur The Black Onion! We talk surviving 2020, the magic of creating art that evokes emotion, executing on that idea before someone else does, and MORE!

In this season finale, I take you on the journey of my path from being a future chemical engineer to being a professional graphic designer. The ups and downs of pursuing a dream you feel is as real as anything in this world.

On this solo episode of the podcast, I discuss how we are all meant to be a gift to others and the importance of investing in your brand & yourself.

Believe more in your dreams and less in your nightmares. Belief, however, is demonstrated through your action and not your words. Take steps toward building that blog, designing that app, writing that book, creating that show, starting that business, investing in yourself!

in·vest·ment
inˈves(t)mənt/ (noun)
noun: investment; plural noun: investments

the action or process of investing money for profit or material result.
a thing that is worth buying because it may be profitable or useful in the future. “a used car is rarely a good investment”

act of devoting time, effort, or energy to a particular undertaking with the expectation of a worthwhile result. “the time spent in attending a one-day seminar is an investment in our professional futures”

Live from Grandma's house, sports performance and corporate wellness expert (+ my brother) Larry Bratcher Jr. joins the podcast to talk about how he uses creativity and how it ties into the pursuit of success. We talk athletes, business, sports, music, and more in what doubles as an episode of my podcast and a pilot of his future podcast!

Larry Bratcher is a Strength and Conditioning Practitioner specializing in sports performance, injury rehab and prevention. He holds a Z-Health Movement as well NASM’s CPT, PES, CES certifications with CSCS pending. He founded Hegemony Training after graduating from Fayetteville State University and playing basketball professionally for 10 years in the CBA, IBA, and USBL in the United States. Larry played in Professional Leagues in Bahrain, Belgium, Canada, China, Colombia, Germany, Iceland, Jordan, Kuwait, Mexico, New Zealand, Romania, Saudi Arabia and Syria.

On this episode I talk with my friend, music producer Kid Azul b.k.a. William Blue. We talk about the universal language that is music and it's impact on our lives.

A solo ep where I talk about my experience being an in-house graphic designer here in Stillwater, Oklahoma for Kappa Kappa Psi & Tau Beta Sigma National Headquarters. Being in-house, for me, means being able to apply my knowledge and translate my love for the organizations into visually appealing and communicative art. As an in-house designer, I personally know and care about everything I do. It’s not just a job for me.

In this episode, I chat with my friend, gamer/streamer Torrence Brown aka "Brown Koolaid". We talk about a variety of topics including how creativity is an act of service.

Guess who's back. Back again. Creative Bobbie's back. Tell a friend.

On this episode of Run The Layers, I give you the mission and vision of the pod and what I believe creatively. I firmly believe that each of us were put onto this Earth to deposit something into this world that will improve it. We each have the potential to do something, create something for the betterment of others. Let's explore that and act on it.