Social Seen Podcast

This week Meredith & Elena sit down with International Muralist, Immersive Installation Artist, TEDx Speaker, Adventure Retreat Leader, Nature Advocate and all-around incredible human, Sydney Duarte to talk about shining your inner light and protecting your peace in a world that never stops scrolling. We get into Sydney’s creative projects across Charlotte — from the TAOH Outdoor Gallery and L...

Should you separate your personal and professional brand? This week, hosts Meredith Dean and Elena Kacan are joined by one of their besties, Ohavia Phillips-Reed — emcee, author, and Hornets host — to talk about building a personal and professional identity in a very public world. From married life to growing her career in Charlotte, Ohavia shares how she posts in real time, keeps it authentic, an...

In this episode, hosts Elena Kacan and Meredith Dean sit down with Shannon Evans — a powerhouse builder, creator, and educator transforming women’s lives and the spaces they live in. From starring in HGTV show's like Renovation Resort, Honest Renovations, and Rock the Block to hosting Ryobi Tools USA’s Tools 101 , Shannon shares what it’s really like creating content in your 40s, showcasing yo...

Influence isn’t about being perfect — it’s about showing up with intention. This week, we’re digging into how creators and community leaders are using social media as a lifeline in Charlotte during a moment of real fear and urgency. We share what we’ve seen on the ground, how fast information moves online, and why progress is better than perfection when your community needs you. Featuring a spotli...