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
59 episodes
Establishing A New Baseline Since Childhood - Valeea | Ep. 56
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, an...
The Child In The Middle - Deloris | Ep.55
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 be...
Active Dad: Rewriting the Story of Fatherhood - Modd | Ep. 54
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, a...
Thank You For Year 1
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 a...
An Open Conversation With Dyme - Dyme Witherspoon | Ep. 53
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-s...
Video Games From A Kids Perspective - LanDyn, Jae'l & JeKob | Ep. 52
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.
Mastering Your Skills, One At A Time - Jae | Ep. 51
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 t...
Judge A Book From Within, Not Just The Cover - Naomi | Ep. 50
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 Uni...
The Uncomfortable Middle Phase: Every Creative Goes Through It | Ep. 49
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 M...
Family, Sports, Life - Ty Talks | Ep. 48
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 ...
What I've Learned From Having A Business Partner - Ammar | Ep. 47
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 beginnin...
Expressing Your Artistry Through Multiple Avenues - Chef Fonz | Ep. 46
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, ...
Yahweh For Her: A Devotional Journal For Women - Kendall | Ep. 45
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 H...
This Is The Year of Execution - Gaura Guzman | Ep. 44
This episode of Creative Roots continues our February series, “Love God, Love Yourself,” with a timely and honest conversation.Gaura Guzman joins Tae to unpack a shared realization:2026 is the Year of Execution.After spendin...
In Due SZN: My Parents Faith Isn't My Own - Jonathan Everett | Ep. 43
This episode of Creative Roots continues our February theme, “Love God, Love Yourself,” with a real and thoughtful conversation.Tae sits down with Jonathan Everett, host and founder of the In Due SZN Podcast who’s been podcasting c...
The F3 Brand: Encouraging People To Live A Holistic Lifestyle - Cydnee Hymes | Ep. 42
February on Creative Roots is themed “Love God, Love Yourself”, and we’re kicking it off with a meaningful conversation.In this episode, Tae sits down with Cydnee Hymes, founder of The F3 Brand and co-host of Authentic N Christ Podcast...
Due To Inclement Weather | Ep. 41
This episode of Creative Roots is a moment to pause, reflect, and spotlight the voices that have already passed through the studio.Due to inclement weather, we chose not to force a full sit-down conversation. Instead, this curated episo...
Your First Audience Is Your Crew - Terrance McLeod | Ep. 40
In this episode of the Creative Roots Podcast, Tae sits down with Terrance McLeod, filmmaker and cinematographer, to break down his creative journey and how he successfully released his film “A Season For Love” on Tubi, along with platforms lik...
2026: Ambitious Goals And Mental Health - Natasha | Ep. 39
In this episode of Creative Roots, Tae sits down with a graduating classmate and trusted professional, Natasha - a licensed therapist, speaker, writer, and Founder of Up Company, PLLC.Titled “2026: Ambitious Goals and Mental Health,” th...
Understanding The Business of Your Craft - Kashh | Ep. 38
In this episode of Creative Roots, Tae sits down with Kashh - a music artist, photographer, and model who’s actively building across multiple creative lanes.This conversation gets straight to the point. No filler. No surface-level talk....
Stop Playing: The Creative Wake-Up Call You Didn’t Want | Ep. 37
Happy New Year!If your creative life looks exactly the same next year as it does right now… that’s not bad luck. That’s a choice.In this New Year’s Day episode of Creative Roots Podcast, Tae sits down with Shama...
Merry Christmas From Creative Roots | Ep. 36
This episode is a celebration of community.From past guests to live-event moments, this highlight reel brings together the voices, stories, and energy that make Creative Roots Podcast what it is. Set to our theme song, you’ll see clips ...
Creative Roots Podcast LIVE: The Night Before Christmas | Holiday Special
Creative Roots Podcast went LIVE for a special holiday celebration - The Night Before Christmas - and it was nothing short of powerful.In this 4-hour live experience, we welcomed returning guests, a live studio audience, and our...
Mental Health, Wellness & Longevity in Podcasting - Stori Daniel | Ep. 35
This episode features Stori Daniel, Charlotte Podcast Studio’s longest-running podcaster — and that longevity is no accident.Stori’s podcast explores mental health, wellness, healing, and real-life conversations that many people avoid b...