Creative Roots Podcast

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Creative Roots Podcast, we sit down with Perry “P.O.” Osbey — podcast host of the Follow Suit Podcast and founder of Just One Recruiting, a game-changing service for student-athletes and families navigating the recruiting journey. From helping the youth and building bridges between coaches and prospects, to addressing mental health, trauma, and personal grow...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Creative Roots Podcast, Tae and Shamar sit down with MonaNisa — a gifted artist, muralist, and painter whose journey started with crayons and coloring books and now spans full-scale murals, including custom character artwork for children's rooms. We dig into her creative growth, from sketching as a kid to turning her passion into a purpose. Tae speaks o...

Send us Fan Mail On this episode of the Creative Roots Podcast, we sit down with  @nigelisaiah2988   Editor-in-Chief of Kolor Magazine, to talk about building a legacy through fashion, storytelling, and intentional branding. From his early days as an editor to launching his own independent publication, Nigel shares how he navigates creativity while working a full-time job — and why he wishes he fa...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Creative Roots Podcast, we sit down with actor and singer Ramon Reed – best known for his early start on Broadway and Disney Channel – as he shares how his passion for performing began at just 8 years old. Now at 19, Ramon brings laughter, wisdom, and inspiration as he walks us through his creative journey, what it takes to grow as an artist, and how both kids a...

Send us Fan Mail On this episode of Creative Roots Podcast, we’re joined by Tanaro Reed, a California-born, North Carolina-based tattoo artist and designer with deep roots in creativity. From sketching Peg Leg Pete as a kid to designing bold spray-painted denim in the early days of street culture, Tanaro’s journey is filled with grit, growth, and game. We talk tattoos, boundaries with clients, and...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Creative Roots Podcast, we sit down with Dyme, founder of Dyme Digital Media — a Brooklyn-born personal brand strategist, creative powerhouse, and Navy veteran. From filming music videos with her brothers as a teen to helping businesses define their brand identity today, Dyme shares how she discovered her creative voice and turned it into a powerful business. Wh...

Send us Fan Mail AC4Ever on Purpose, Positivity & His New EP “See U Outside” | Creative Roots Podcast In this episode of the Creative Roots Podcast, we sit down with rising Dallas-based music artist AC4Ever to talk about his latest EP, See U Outside, and how he’s carving out his lane in the music industry. Hosted by Tae with the Edits and joined by Shamar, this episode dives into AC’s creative...

Send us Fan Mail "How To Get Your Music Heard As An Independent Artist" In this episode of the Creative Roots Podcast, we sit down with Cutright — lyricist, songwriter, producer, and member of JHLMG — as he breaks down how he found long-term success in the music industry without chasing fame or followers. From mastering sync licensing to securing partnerships with Holy Culture, Cutright...

Send us Fan Mail "Using An Alarm Clock To Create a 3-Part Harmony" In this episode of the Creative Roots Podcast , we sit down with Ron Smith — a gospel artist, lyricist, rapper, singer, and father — whose journey from adversity to purpose is nothing short of inspiring. From creating 3-part harmonies with nothing but an alarm clock to building a lasting music program for youth at the Boy...

Send us Fan Mail In this inspiring episode of Creative Roots, we sit down with Arabia Miyari, a licensed cosmetologist, entrepreneur, and the creator of her own natural hair growth oil and beard growth oil, Royal Kurls. Arabia takes us through her creative evolution—from attending YouTube University since middle school, to turning her passion for hair into a purpose-driven brand. We explore what i...

Send us Fan Mail What if creativity ran in your blood? In this episode of Creative Roots Podcast, Tae sits down with Tacora from Tacora Creates Photos, a multi-talented photographer, videographer, and graphic designer. She opens up about her creative roots, building custom photography sets, and turning her passion into profit. We dive deep into how to make money as a creative, growing up in a crea...

Send us Fan Mail 🎤 The Art of Storytelling: It’s More Than Music featuring L Crock In this episode of Creative Roots Podcast, we sit down with rising artist L Crock, a Philly native known for weaving raw storytelling into his music. From growing up in the streets of Philadelphia to hitting stages up and down the East Coast, L Crock shares how life, lyrics, and hustle shaped his sound and his jour...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Creative Roots, we sit down with KG Salone—rapper, actor, entrepreneur, and modern-day renaissance man. Hailing from Sierra Leone by way of NYC and Jersey, KG brings a powerful voice to the mic as we explore what it truly means to build a strong foundation—in life, in family, and in your craft. From launching his own rum brand, to inspiring youth as an educator,...

Send us Fan Mail Some creatives don’t just make—they transform. In this episode of Creative Roots Podcast , we sit down with Shamar, a multidisciplinary artist and the visionary behind Alan Lux Studios. Often referred to as The Alchemist , Shamar reflects on a journey that began with macaroni art in elementary school and evolved into a decade-strong brand rooted in creativity, strategy, and heart....

Send us Fan Mail In the premiere of Creative Roots Podcast, the mic flips—and the storyteller becomes the story. Host Tae sits down not just to introduce the podcast, but to share the creative journey that led to its creation. From writing lyrics and reimagining TV scripts to capturing stories through a lens, Tae breaks down how each chapter—spoken, written, and filmed—shaped a voice built on rhyt...

Send us Fan Mail 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-sta...