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Interior Designer and Creative Director Tristam Steinberg shares how his background in psychology and advertising influences iconic venues like Brooklyn Bowl, The Capitol Theatre, and Garcia’s Chicago. We explore the art of discovery, sustainability in design, and creating spaces that transport people. Follow Tristam: Dayglo Presents Brooklyn Bowl (Instagram) Capitol Theatre (Instagram) Garcia’s C...

Unica Buitizon, founder of Seize the Day, shares how dropping out of college, failing 12 businesses, and even going viral for the wrong reasons shaped her approach to entrepreneurship, lifestyle design, and lasting success. Follow Unica: Instagram   Website Follow Creatives Prevail: Instagram TikTok We would love to hear from you! Please give us a review, this really helps get others to listen in....

Aaron Mitchell of An Awful Mess shares the journey from his first band to building a new project, surviving lineup changes, creating Desert Grey Music Festival, and releasing their upcoming album Better Off Without You . Follow An Awful Mess: Instagram   Facebook Website Check out new single Fake Follow Creatives Prevail: Instagram TikTok We would love to hear from you! Please give us a review, th...

Kelly Fox shares how she turned her love of concert photography into a touring career and how losing too many earplugs led to founding her own jewelry company. Follow Plug and Play Jewelry: Instagram Website Follow Creatives Prevail: Instagram TikTok We would love to hear from you! Please give us a review, this really helps get others to listen in. Any suggestions on how we can improve? DM us on I...

Justin Bolognino of META shares how he built immersive experiences for Goose, Luna Luna, and Spirit Lake at Suwannee Hulaween, while also launching his new platform Unreality. From branding Brooklyn Bowl and selling his prior agency to SFX, we cover how storytelling, synchronicity, and feel always come first. Follow Justin Bolognino: Instagram   Website Follow Creatives Prevail: Instagram TikTok W...

Hannah from Truss shares how their DIY ethos, live show energy, and supportive Cleveland scene helped the band go from college gigs to opening for Everclear and Anberlin. We also dive into their new album Fluorescence and building safe spaces in rock. Follow TRUSS: Instagram   Spotify Website Follow Creatives Prevail: Instagram TikTok We would love to hear from you! Please give us a review, this r...

Recorded live at Game On Expo, this panel features Ryan, Daphne, and Emily as we explore how creators can build inclusive and diverse communities both online and offline. From tabletop games to streaming and community moderation, they share real world strategies for making sure everyone feels welcome and respected. Follow Panelists: Emily Grieve TikTok Instagram Twitch Daphne Greene Instagram Ryan...

In this "off the cuff" episode we dive into accomplishments made with the podcast so far this year, what we're improving upon, and what we have planned next. Follow Creatives Prevail: Instagram TikTok We would love to hear from you! Please give us a review, this really helps get others to listen in. Any suggestions on how we can improve? DM us on Instagram or TikTok. Intro music: ‘So...

Jack Mangan shares his journey from musician and early podcaster to founding SLAM (Support Life and Music), a nonprofit tackling mental health in the music industry. We also explore his time in the metal scene, writing for the Metal Hall of Fame, and interviewing legends like Mike Nelson and Neil deGrasse Tyson. Follow SLAM: Instagram   YouTube Website Follow Creatives Prevail: Instagram TikTok We...

Filmmaker and podcaster Chris Price reflects on over 1,000 podcast episodes, navigating creative pivots from streaming on Twitch to film, and the discipline it takes to follow through on big ideas. Follow Chris: Hollywood Hangover Podcast (Apple) Website Follow Creatives Prevail: Instagram TikTok We would love to hear from you! Please give us a review, this really helps get others to listen in. An...

Kris Roe reflects on The Ataris' 17-year album gap, their new single and music video “Car Song,” and how rebuilding after COVID, personal loss, and burnout reignited his passion for music. Follow The Ataris: Instagram   Car Song (Music Video) Website Follow Creatives Prevail: Instagram TikTok Read the transcript We would love to hear from you! Please give us a review, this really helps get oth...

Recorded live at The NAMM Show 2025, this panel features professionals from across the podcasting and production world including Jenn Liang-Chaboud (Shure), Chris Laxamana (formerly of The Adam Carolla Show, now with Yamaha), DJ Cova (Tweak Music Tips), and Steven Leavitt (The Language of Creativity). Together, they explore how studios, producers, and creators can expand into podcasting from gear...

Ute Lemper reflects on her four decade career as a globally acclaimed vocalist, composer, and actor. We discuss her bold reinterpretation of Kurt Weill, the weight of German history in her work, and how staying true to her creative instincts has led to timeless collaborations with artists like Tom Waits and Elvis Costello.  Follow Ute Lemper: YouTube Instagram   Website Follow Creatives Prevail: I...

Eric Weiner, founder of The Wild Honey Pie, shares how his blog evolved into a creative agency connecting artists, fans, and brands through curated experiences. We explore building community, gaining artist trust, and adapting through shifts in the music industry. Follow The Wild Honey Pie: Instagram   YouTube Website Follow Creatives Prevail: Instagram TikTok Read the transcript We would love to...

Musician Mia Asano shares how going viral was only the beginning. We dive into her transition from violin performance major to social media phenomenon with over 5 million followers, touring artist, and mental health advocate. From learning video editing to booking her own shows, Mia reveals what it takes to build a long term career rooted in community, collaboration, and compassion. Follow Mia Asa...

In this special interview filmed at The NAMM Show, creative director RA Beattie shares his path from film production and web development to having a key role at Breedlove Guitars. We also discuss adventures in sustainable sourcing and RA shows off one of their 12-strings featured at the convention. Follow Breedlove: Website Instagram   Facebook YouTube Follow Creatives Prevail: Instagram TikTok Re...

Recorded live at Game On Expo, this panel features returning guests Daphne Greene and Emily Grieve as we explore how gaming influences branding from visual style and culture to personal identity. Even if you’re not a gamer, we break down what makes a brand feel authentic and be used in fresh, unexpected ways. Follow Daphne and Emily: Instagram (Daphne Greene) Instagram (Emily Grieve) Twitch (Daphn...

Michael Sherman, VP of Business Development at Feature. FM, shares how he transitioned from booking college shows to building artist-first tools in music tech. We dive into his early management years and the value of failing fast. Follow Feature. FM: Website Instagram   Facebook Follow Creatives Prevail: Instagram TikTok Read the transcript We would love to hear from you! Please give us a review,...

Nikita, founder of Maildoso, shares how failing at seven startups taught him the power of cold outreach. We dive into how Maildoso helps scale cold emails, common outreach mistakes, and why trial by fire builds better entrepreneurs. Follow Maildoso: Website LinkedIn Follow Creatives Prevail: Instagram TikTok Read the transcript We would love to hear from you! Please give us a review, this really h...

Matt Becker of modern rock band Off Guard shares how a spontaneous TikTok post led to a career-changing DM from Alan Day of Four Year Strong, who would go on to co-produce their latest EP, Complex Machines. We also discuss growing up on Long Island’s DIY scene and balancing mental health in a band. Follow Off Guard: TikTok Instagram   Linktree Follow Creatives Prevail: Instagram TikTok Read the tr...

In this special interview from The NAMM Show floor, Connor Taylor, Product Line Manager for On-Stage, shares how persistence and networking helped him transition from Guitar Center to shaping gear for musicians, podcasters, and creators. We also discuss the power of product design and On-Stage’s latest innovations including a travel amp and the ultimate all-in-one guitar utility vehicle. Follow On...

Hope Georgiou, co-founder of HG Media, shares the key mindset that propelled her from intern to senior manager in just three years. We also dive into the transition from corporate to launching her own agency focusing on Snapchat. Follow HG Media: Website Instagram Follow Creatives Prevail: Instagram TikTok We would love to hear from you! Please give us a review, this really helps get others to lis...

Joseph Perla is the founder of Hangout, a virtual space where people can ‘hangout’ and listen to music. In this interview he discusses his journey launching several startups including one funded by Peter Thiel as well as Turntable in 2010. We also dive into securing meaningful feedback and building a community that keeps returning. Follow Hangout: Website Instagram   Facebook Follow Creatives Prev...

Rachel Roberts, Director of the Institute for Music Leadership at Eastman School of Music at the University of Rochester, shares how her journey from managing orchestras across the country led to launching NEC’s entrepreneurial musicianship program and shaping Eastman’s Music Leadership curriculum. We also discuss the power of seizing opportunities and why musicians need both performance and busin...

Lyndsie Crawford, co-host of The Meet Market podcast, shares how her journey from The Bachelor to on-air hosting led her to launching a podcast dedicated to modern dating. We also unpack the state of dating apps, the power of authenticity, and handling internet trolls. Follow The Meet Market Podcast: Website YouTube Instagram TikTok Facebook Follow Creatives Prevail: Instagram TikTok We would love...