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More Than Graphics Podcast

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Looking for a tribe with a vibe? More Than Graphics podcast is a virtual safe space for minorities in the tech and creative industries. Tune in as three women of color Danielle x Cicely x Priscilla put it all on the table, sharing authentic life truths from an array of women (and men) in search of their tribe. Produced by Octane Design Studios. Become a Paid Subscriber today for more bonus content!

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Octane Design Studios

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Society

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www.mtgthepodcast.com

Latest episode

Jun 18, 2026

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Episodes

Perception Bonus 30.01.2024

In this episode of the More Than Graphics podcast, Danielle and Cicely continue their conversation about perception in the tech industry and the experiences of women of color. They are joined by a special guest to discuss the importance of dismantling and building upon perceptions in these spaces. Anika Howard is the President & CEO of WONDR NATION, online gaming entertainment company focused...

Perception 09.01.2024

In episode one of season six of the More Than Graphics podcast, hosts Danielle, Cicely, and Priscilla celebrate their recognition as a podcast that celebrates women in tech and the creative industries. They discuss their feelings and the new frontier they are on. The hosts also talk about the importance of perception in 2024, highlighting global events and the impact of perception on current event...

Season 6 Trailer 09.01.2024

It's here; welcome to season 6! Catch up with the ladies of MTG; Danielle x Cicely x Priscilla and hear the upcoming themed discussions happening in our sixth podcast season. FOLLOW MTG: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠mtgthepodcast.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠INSTAGRAM⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ CO-HOSTS:  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@octanedesigns⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  x  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@bougienursebabe⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  x  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@getsillycreative⁠⁠

Explore 21.12.2023

December is our reunion episode as the original 3 co-hosts of MTG reunite for a some nostalgic conversation and motivating pep talk around the theme of EXPLORE. And so timely as we approach a new year! If you listen to season 1 you'll hear a familiar voice: Brittany Robinson  is an  Instructional Experience Designer,   Learning Strategist,  and Whovian. She works at the intersection of educati...

Vitality 09.11.2023

In this episode of the More Than Graphics podcast, Danielle and Cicely discuss the importance of vitality for women, particularly in the tech and creative industries. They acknowledge their absent co-host and dive into their thoughts on the word "vitality." Cicely shares her perspective as a person of color and a healthcare provider, emphasizing the need for healthier individuals overall...

Fearless Bonus 19.10.2023

In this episode of the More Than Graphics podcast, Danielle and Cicely dive into a heartfelt conversation about fear and doubt with civil rights attorney Whitney Knox Lee. They reflect on their own experiences and discuss the things we tell ourselves out of fear. Whitney (she/her) is a Black American mother to Black sons, a wife, civil rights attorney, an anti-racism and DEI educator. Whitney is a...

Fearless 06.10.2023

Welcome to another episode of More Than Graphics! In this episode hosts Danielle and Priscilla discuss the topic of fearlessness with guest Aisha Jenkins. They explore the different aspects and forms that fearlessness can take on and how it relates to women in particular. They also reference an article that highlights why women tend to be more fearful than men. Tune in to join the conversation and...

The Master's Journey: Unleashing Your Full Potential 20.09.2023

Our extra bonus guest tributes to the lessons we took from our MASTER theme and apply them, featuring fellow podcaster and CEO of A Steps Ahead Tutoring Gabrielle Crichlow. While Gabrielle attended graduate school at St. John's University, she worked for two companies at which she tutored students at no cost to them. While she was working at both companies, she saw the academic struggles of workin...

Purpose 02.09.2023

In this episode of the More Than Graphics podcast, host Danielle discusses the theme of purpose with a special guest with Dex Duff. They dive deep into the topic, exploring its meaning and significance. The conversation is filled with open dialogue and deeper reflections on purpose. Tune in to hear the insights and perspectives shared in this thought-provoking episode. Dex Duff, owner of Dexstar M...

Master Bonus 19.08.2023

Welcome to the show! This bonus convo around 'master' with Dr. Jessica Metcalfe completely delivers. Listen to these gems. Dr. Jessica Metcalfe is a Strategic Leadership and Workplace Culture Consultant, award-winning international speaker, and best-selling author of Speak Kindly, You're Listening. She is a former dental oncologist and education director where she started teaching the...

Master 01.08.2023

Welcome to another episode! Today's guest helps us unpack the theme MASTER and packed full of gems and deep takeaways! Creative women unite! Ashlee Green is an animated, bright, problem solving industry designer, speaker and teacher who is on a mission to help entrepreneurs build and grow profitable businesses by designing their professional brands with her company, A. Louise Creative. Ashlee’...

Fire 27.06.2023

Women in Tech love the ever popular rise of video and as July's theme is FIRE we brought on the MTG stage one of the fieriest women of video around! Desiree Martinez is a YouTuber, Podcaster, author, award-winning social media creative content creator, and advocate for Women Creators. She has worked with hundreds of businesses and brands to help them grow their business with better content mar...

Deliver 15.06.2023

Happy PRIDE friends! This month's theme is DELIVER. And while we delivered some really good thoughts on our latest Clubhouse episode, technology didn’t record the conversation so I’m going to recap some of those those thoughts here: The first talking point was Delivery of self. To stand and deliver. Showing up for our best selves and putting out the best parts of ourselves. The production we a...

Growth 05.05.2023

Growth takes on various shapes and sizes both physically, mentally and emotionally. In this transparent episode entitled growth, GNTL owner and creator Leda Toussaint and Team MTG: Danielle x Cicely x Priscilla, take a deeper look through introspection of how we be greater through failure and celebrate the lessons we carry. Leda Toussaint, owner, and creator of GNTLE, helps women with sensitive va...

Invent 12.04.2023

Join Team MTG: Danielle x Cicely x Priscilla as they deep dive into the months theme of INVENT with special guest Chanel Roker. Chanel Roker is Your Pivoting Strategist. A certified senior professional in Process & Quality Management with over 15 years of expertise in IT and business processes consulting, including project management and portfolio management. As a transformation specialist, sh...

The Ongoing March For Women In Tech With Tech Pioneer Kimberly Bryant 19.03.2023

The march continues through #womenshistorymonth for #womenintech with #Technology pioneer #KimberlyBryant. Kimberly is a Memphis, Tenn., native, and always thought of herself as a “nerdy girl.” She loved math and science at an early age and it drove her passion to pursue a STEM career. Bryant was enticed by the early technology of microchips, personal computer and portable cell phones. She worked...

March Bonus 17.03.2023

This is the only theme that infers movement in our entire season 5 lineup and its MEANT to MOVE YOU! Join the Team MTG: Danielle / Cicely / Priscilla as they embark on highlighting women that exemplify marching to there own drum, and both discovering and claiming space in unknown territories for women in Tech and women creatives.  Our bonus guest is none other than Lynn “Elikqitie”! Lynn “Eli...

Honor 26.02.2023

In February we deep dive into discussion around our theme: honor. Whether you've listened to our content on Clubhouse or you're hearing this incredibly transparent convo with bilingual video and podcast producer Maribel Quezada-Smith, the concept of loving ourselves as women in the tech and creative industries runs much deeper than any 9a to 5p or our true reality; our 9a to 9p. Take notes on how...

Vision 25.01.2023

Get ready 2023! Its time to be heard! It's time for us to be valued for what we bring to the table!  We're coming at you with a full convo on VISION, right on time to kick off the year. Our first guest of 2023 is none other than Nuerodiversity specialist Alex Leech.  Alex Leech consults and coaches both parents and educators helping them to help and support their amazing neurodivergent k...

Season 5 Trailer 24.01.2023

We're back! And we've brought some friends to kick off our FIFTH SEASON of the More Than Graphics Podcast.... like... a bonus co-host?!!! That's right our own follower and dear friend award winning entrepreneur Priscilla Aguila is officially joining the MTG crew!  Season 5 brings ALL NEW people, ALL NEW themes to unpack and amazing guests that are keeping it real for women in tech and women creati...

Achievement Bonus 23.12.2022

We end the year with two amazing conversations on achievement and we are celebrating them both!  Our final guest of 2022 is Kentucky Blogger and influencer Caitie Lamb of Life with Caitie. Caitie with Life With Caitie is a writer, content creator, and model based here in Central Kentucky. She loves blogging, and sharing all things Kentucky including fun things to do, and sharing small and loc...

Achievement 14.12.2022

Welcome to the #Morethangraphics #podcast! This months discussion is wrapping up the year with ACHIEVEMENT. We all process this differently and we're grateful to unpack it with fellow podcaster and STEM Coach Casey Bertelsman who's recent achievements are truly inspiring!   After starting a pandemic hobby podcast called She Sparks Tech, Casey Bertelsman was opened up to a whole world of...

Gratitude Bonus 20.11.2022

What's gratitude look like in everyday living? How can you better practice gratitude? Co-host Danielle was surprised by the podcast takeover of her own executive staff of Octane Design Studios for a bonus episode of November's theme of gratitude! Did you know? Octane Design Studios is a 13 year old branding and digital marketing company that recently embarked on podcast production services the pas...

Gratitude 17.11.2022

Danielle and Cicely return from a needed Autumn break to dive head first into November's seasonal theme of GRATITUDE. This specific topic covers the intersections of finding gratitude in difficult moments from our Clubhouse weekly episodes . We didn't hold back on the transparency and encourage our listeners to find their own truth & strength in it.  Like what you hear? Follow us online a...

Hesitate 05.10.2022

This months topic is HESITATE and in the episode we are NOT hesitating about discussing disparities in medicine for people of color. Our guest Dr. Fenwa Milhouse gives a glimpse for many of us the daily hurdles she experiences as a Black Woman urologist and demystifying the convo around, you guessed it... pee.  Dr Fenwa Milhouse is a fellowship-trained, board certified urologist. Originally b...

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