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Episode 09: Radiate

Be inspired by author and motivational speaker, Brecha Byrd, who is on a journey to spread love and self-empowerment.

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Episode 08: Be Prepared

Creating custom sneakers for the Something in the Water festival launched Ruff Customs into the limelight, but owner and creative, Tyrese Ruff, wasn’t prepared. Hear how his willingness to evolve paved the way for expansion.

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Episode 07: Reciprocity

Originally conceived as a form of therapy, the custom mask making company, Manny and Me, has now evolved and launched creative Terrinae White into entrepreneurship and community uplift.

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Episode 05: Beyond the Comfort Zone

Hear from creative Nebula, who is moving from Newport News, VA to Los Angeles, CA to pursue her singing career. She also shares her perspectives on astrology, crystals, living abroad, and the current state of America.

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Episode 04: Embracing Truth

Fashion creative and entrepreneur Maximillian Barnes, reflects on the brand development process of his streetwear line and what drove his decision to transfer from an HBCU to a PWI.

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Episode 03: Discovering a Passion

Food creative Miles Barnett, the owner of Munchies with Miles, discusses how he discovered his culinary passion, as well things to consider when comparing the cultural experience at an HBCU versus a PWI.

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Episode 02: The Freedom to Be

Meet creative Nya Kilpatrick, who discusses the importance of having the freedom to be authentic as well as the positive impact of therapy.

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Episode 01: The Intention

Adria and Isa explain the significance of the name and why it is important to celebrate young creatives and entrepreneurs.

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