The Collective: Cultivating Creativity

In this episode of the Collective Cultivating Creativity the ladies sit down to discuss the age-old question “ Is your wealth what you are worth in America?” Has the disparity of wealth contributed to our self-worth? The ladies discuss the definition of true wealth in America and the ways society might make you feel not so worthy of it.

In this Sista Subscription, the sistas sit down to discuss the industries they are actively in and the many ways they had to adapt to get in them. The sistas discuss the barriers surrounding entry into their fields and share tips and tricks on how to show up as your best self.

In this episode, the ladies sit down to discuss the highs and lows of higher education, and what higher education looks like in our modern-day society. Today we discuss how having a degree has shaped the outlook of our twenties as Black women in America, and what that means for us going forward. Has higher education actually heightened the check? Let’s check it out, in part two of this two-part episode.

In this episode, the ladies sit down to discuss the highs and lows of higher education, and what higher education looks like in our modern-day society. Today we discuss how having a degree has shaped the outlook of our twenties as Black women in America, and what that means for us going forward. Has higher education actually heightened the check?

 Let’s check it out, in part one of this two-part episode.

In this five minute recap the sistas sit down to speak on the storming of the United States Capital and its monumental effects on our political climate and Black America. With tensions still at rise in the country surrounding police brutality, have people finally begun to see how different police encounters are for people of color? What does this mean for security and safety moving forward? How will these tensions affect the current presidential administration? Sit down, grab a snack and take a listen.

In this episode, the ladies talk with guest KhanTheDon also known as Christian, who is a creative entrepreneur with a vision to modify the way the world looks at music clothing and sustainability. In this episode, we discuss the idea of a Game Plan in life, and the ways that one must accept and move gradually within the life that the universe already has in store for you. Grab a mug of tea and tune in. Please leave comments or find us on Instagram with people you’d like us to interview and any episode ideas.

In this five minute recap the sistas chat about the ways in which they’ve grown during the start of the quarantine to this present moment. Life has changed for all of us, but most importantly time alone has allowed us to refocus our goals, challenge ourselves, and simply evolve. How have you grown during this period of time? Take a seat, grab a snack, and come kick back with us!

In this episode the ladies sit down with fine artist, model, and overall creative Faith Bryant to discuss fresh starts and the challenges that can come with them. Deciding to change or restart in terms of career or relationships is never easy. How do fresh starts look and feel as artists trying to navigate our twenty somethings? Sometimes the only thing we can do is start over, take a deep breath of fresh new air, and keep moving forward. Sit back and take a listen as we talk new journeys, self discoveries, leaving toxic work environments, breaking old patterns, and everything in between.

In this short breakdown the ladies discuss second chances, and how to discern giving them. Do you ever find yourself skeptical of giving second chances? How do you determine who needs them and who you need to let go of? Come sit and reflect as we discuss the highs, lows, and in betweens.

Hair in the female black community has always been a sense of identity. The sistas sit down and discuss natural hair stereotypes and the ways our hair has evolved over the years. Let's talk about natural hair care, and the ways our hair has shaped us into our true authentic selves.

In times like these, its either a challenge to get out of bed our you’re as antsy as our two ladies who have been eager to learn some new skills. In this episode, the ladies sit and talk about some new skills they’ve acquired since the beginning of quarantine. Some of these skills are ones that help shape individuals and some of them are just very random( which are never bad).

Leave a comment with some new skills you’ve learned!

The "situationship" culture in our society is all too real. The sistas break down if this has affected communication in real committed relationships. We break down our past relationships, the effect of self-sabotage, and what we have learned through it all. Communication rules the nation! Come sit and chat with us about the importance of talking.

Disclaimer: The ladies hope not to offend anyone with their British accents.

In this episode, the ladies speak in their best British accents, something they’ve been doing since high school. The ladies are trying their best at improv and the ways they can express their British flare.

Leave a comment if you have a great British accent and if you casually try speaking other languages!

The sistas sit down and talk about their New York Fashion Week experiences, the ways fashion week has changed over the years, and the beauty of the NYFW experience. The once very exclusive week has become accessible to everyone from all walks of life. Have influencers taken over the fashion industry? Come vibe with us and chat about the pros and cons surrounding the new fashion week culture.

Has life online really changed so much? The ladies sit and talk about the ways the online world has been shaping them during this time of quarantine. They give some tips on ways to not be entirely consumed with the online world in these times.

You never really know whos actively watching you online.

Leave a comment about how you’ve been dealing with life online and if you have any tips you’d like to share!

During this session, we sit down and discuss the ways in which social media has played a role in our everyday lives. We utilize social media to connect with others, but have we been paying it too much attention? We talk about the ways it has affected beauty standards and modern-day culture. Come vibe with us as we devise our thoughts about apps and everything in between.

The ladies talk all about the summertime and what NYC looks like in the summer. It’s either a rooftop or a picnic in the park, but it’s all about the conversation and the good people. They discuss what Summertime in quarantine will look like and how they’re going to be making the best of it minus the lockdown we’re in.

Leave a comment on what your summertime vibe is looking like!

The sistas sit down and discuss their different religious backgrounds and how religion has played a role in their upbringing. We roll out questions surrounding who we are and our identity in the church and away from it. With astrology culture at an all-time high, is there room for spirituality in religion, and is it even different? Join us for a jam-packed five minutes as we talk about it all.

The ladies sit down and talk about some quick styling tips that get them through the week. The ladies also let you in on some of their go-to pieces and thrift stores you’re most likely to find them in!

Leave a comment with some of your quick styling tips!

Join the ladies as they interview Daisy Francis a self-taught fashion designer and creator of her own line “REBELLE BY DAISY”. They sit down and talk about ways we empower our own people. Learning to build confidence and courage. Grab some snacks and sit with the ladies as they talk all about the skeptics.

The ladies sit down with Shafiq Hicks a Musical Theater performer who has just finished his role as Tom Collins on the 20th anniversary of the RENT Broadway tour. We learn about ways to accept the rejection that is brought into our lives. We reflect on the ways those rejections have shaped us and prepared us for the journey we are currently on.

Grab a seat and some snacks and join us in the conversation about how rejection truly shapes us all!

The Sista’s sit down and discuss negative environments and the ways they have shaped who they are becoming. Come vibe with us as we talk about everything from workplace hierarchies to professional ex-communication. You can’t always choose your environment, but you can always choose yourself’

In today’s episode we sit down with Fabiana Montenegro, a high-end fashion model based in NYC signed to Explosion Model Management as well as The Syndical Modeling Agency in Miami. We sit and talk with her about the way her past has shaped her present and how the present is now shaping the future!

In this episode of The Collective, the ladies sit down with Ike Slimster a Nigerian born New York based multifaceted artist who channels his creative energy into comedy, instrumental productions, video, and photography. We learn how he has developed his brand, and the way’s he’s staying actively creative while in Quarantine.

Grab a snack and sit tight and take a listen!

The Sista’s Sit down to discuss personal branding and what a brand means for each of them. 

Join us for a discussion covering everything from advice to those trying to find their brands, going against the status quo and finding your voice. In this episode, we will share our tips on how to brand yourself in your creative industry.

The Collective sits down with Michele Eyenga overall creative with a focus and passion in photography and visual arts. We talk with Michele about the boundaries shes created in her creative world and the journey she’s currently on to truly express her vision. Join us for this episode to hear about effective ways to create boundaries and reasons you shouldn’t give up when you’re uninspired!

Welcome to The Collective!

In this episode, sit down with the creators, Emmanuela Blanc and Mckenna Kelley and learn a little bit about them and the reason behind The Collective Podcast and what to expect in this upcoming season.

What does it mean for you to cultivate creativity?

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