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.
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Creative Roots Podcast
Quitting Is Not An Option - FoeTrel | Ep. 17
In this episode, we sit down with @foetrel co-owner of @loseleafclothing (not loose leaf). We dive deep into entrepreneurship, creative ownership, and unconventional marketing strategies that challenge the norm.
FoeTrel shares free game on what it really takes to build a brand without copying trends, how to stand out in a saturated market, and why staying grounded is key when building something real. He even throws in a personal word of encouragement that hit home. This one’s all about business mindset, foundation, and creating your own working capital.
In This Episode:
The story behind LoseLeaf Clothing & the power of brand identity
How to apply non-traditional marketing strategies to stand out
What “working capital” means beyond just money
Encouragement for creatives building from scratch
Conversations on ownership, authenticity & long-term growth
Why originality is greater than popularity in your brand story
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Tae-@taewiththeedits
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