Creative Juicy: Recent Episodes
Michelle Wainwright
Creative Juicy is a podcast about the creative process, the journey in finding your voice, and tools to help creatives (aka people just like you!) find inspiration, confidence and some business savvy along the way.
Hosted by Brand and Content Strategist, Michelle Wainwright, the goal of Creative Juicy is to shine a light on the experiences of people who dare to be different, with the hopes of inspiring you to do whatever makes you feel unapologetically you.
Check out guest bios and show transcripts at CreativeJuicyPodcast.com and look out for new episodes every Wednesday. Chat soon!
Today I am taking a spin through the CJP archive and resharing a conversation I had with Ramon Owen, otherwise none as REO, very early on in my pod journey. It was actually my second episode released ever!
REO is an artist across many different mediums. He’s a music producer, a photographer, a digital artist, he’s designing rugs, he’s a dancer - his artistry seriously has no bounds.
It was a bit surreal for me to re-edit this episode because back when we recorded it in 2022, I never would have thought I’d be able to relate to some of REO’s life experiences as much as I can now. I wanted to re-release it because unless you’ve been with Creative Juicy since the beginning, you probably haven’t heard it and REO’s perspective on self expression and art as healing and creating with intention I think is a really important one.
So I hope you enjoy it! This is REO for Creative Juicy!
x M
REO on Twitter: https://twitter.com/thisREO
REO on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thisreo/
Michelle's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mich_wainwright/
Bec Mapes is an artist, designer, entrepreneur, and business mentor who has spent the last decade leading and growing sustainability-minded companies.
Today’s episode is a little different than most, because while I often have founders on to discuss their businesses, including what led to starting them, the challenges they faced along the way, how they think about brand and marketing and production, today Bec shares a realization she had after 3 years of building her own hair care line, that she is not the right founder for the brand she had built. I applaud Bec for her vulnerability and transparency in this conversation, and think it’s really important for other founders or creatives facing rejection to hear from someone who has gone through it and is still transitioning into her next phase of work.
We talk about fundraising and what Bec wishes she had known about it, the one thing she would have approached differently from an early age if she could press do-over, making mistakes, and how to change course and move on.
Here is Bec Mapes for Creative Juicy!
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Bec on IG: https://www.instagram.com/becmapes/
Winden on IG: https://www.instagram.com/winden/
Shop Winden: https://winden.world/
Margot Lee is an entrepreneur and digital content creator who started posting to her YouTube channel 13 YEARS ago !! More recently, Margot founded No Particular Order, which is an undated, minimal, prompted journal which is designed to be used (you guessed it!) in no particular order.
Not to spoil how this conversation unfolds, but you’ll find that Margot uses the word ‘lucky’ a few times in our chat, for example she says she was ‘lucky to have her hobby turn into her full time job’ but I think it’s pretty apparent that luck has very little to do with Margot’s success. She is not only strategic about how she shows up online but she also does so in a really genuine way.
On today’s episode we talk about Margot’s early days on YouTube, her journey in journaling and how a series she launched on TikTok in 2020 has evolved into what is No Particular Order today, what it’s like to manufacture a product and build a business where Margot Lee is the founder and for once, not the face, and how she’s approaching partnerships and IRL events in a really interesting way for her brand. We also get into fun things like why the YouTube discovery process is so much more involved than other social platforms, how Margot thinks about bucketing her content and the role that plays in her day-to-day, and also just how she’s approaching life and work at this stage of her journey.
I respect Margot so much and I’m really excited for you to hear our chat. Enjoy!
LINKS--
Margot on IG: https://www.instagram.com/margot.lee/
Margot on YT: https://www.youtube.com/@MargotLee
No Particular Order on IG: https://www.instagram.com/noparticularorder/
Shop Volume 1: https://noparticularorder.co/products/volume1
Olivia Villanti is the founder of Chava Studio, a Mexico City-based atelier that creates made-to-measure shirting specifically designed with women in mind - an idea that is not so common.
I love this episode for a few reasons:
- It is clear how passionate Olivia is about what she’s building with Chava and that excitement is contagious.
- A lot of what Olivia speaks about in this episode when it comes to finding a garment that fits you beautifully and fits into your lifestyle and the lifestyle you want to achieve is really hard. I’ve experienced this myself many times, and I love how Olivia is creating a business that directly solves this problem.
- The way Olivia’s built Chava Studio, she is constantly in conversation face-to-face with her customers, gaining a deeper and deeper understanding of who the Chava woman is, what their relationship to their clothing is like, and what they’re looking for - as a brand builder myself, I just love talking about all that stuff.
There are so many other things that I find fascinating in this conversation, like how Olivia started this business in partnership with her in-law’s 30-year old family run fabric and shirting studio, how she organically fell in love with shirting and solving this problem after a move from New York to Mexico City, what Olivia considers the true test of a good quality fabric, and what you can expect from an appointment at Chava and with Olivia herself.
I hope you enjoy this conversation as much as I did!
x Michelle
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Shop Chava: https://chavastudio.com/
Chava on IG: https://www.instagram.com/chava_studio/
Megan O'Sullivan is a New York City-based writer and co-founder of Byline which, if you haven’t heard, is a new media destination for discovering unique voices. Megan’s words can be found in a range of major publications like The New York Times, T-Magazine, Vogue, i-D, GQ, and of course Byline.
On today’s episode we chat about the art of outreach, which coming from Megan is super valuable because she not only pitches editors at these major outlets but she also sits as the editor of Byline, so she knows what it’s like to be on either end of this dynamic. We also talk about what it can look like to consciously uncouple from a job, how Megan and Byline co-founder, Gutes, divide and conquer in bringing an issue to life, and what generosity has meant to Megan and her career.
If you’re a writer, a reader, or any sort of creative who has a story to tell, this episode is for you. OK bye!
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Subscribe to Byline: https://www.bylinebyline.com/
Find Megan on IG: instagram.com/meganoelizabeth/
Hi! Today’s podcast is with Naomi Otsu, New York-based illustrator and graphic designer whose work is inspired by the cities and cultures she grew up in.
Born in New York and raised in Tokyo, Naomi returned to New York to attend Parsons School of Design before kicking off her creative career which included time agency-side at Laird and Partners, Opening Ceremony in its hey day, until ultimately settling in to her full-time role as both an illustrator and a graphic designer.
Today we chat about what it’s like to work across mediums, how Naomi approaches new work with clients, how her work has manifested in many different forms from books, to wallpaper, and entire collection with The North Face, and how systems help her showcase her work on social media.
Enjoy the chat + check out The Eater Guide to New York City OUT NOW!
x M
Today, I share my conversation with Cristina Suarez Krumsick, the founder and CEO behind integrated marketing agency, Isetta.
If you haven’t heard of Isetta you’ve most certainly seen their work, as they have an incredible portfolio of CPG clients which include Ghia, OMSOM, Sanzo, Madre Mezcal, and so many more.
What I loved most about this conversation with Cristina was simply learning about her thoughtful and strategic approach to the world of PR and marketing. It sounds simple when Cristina describes why she doesn’t label Isetta as a PR firm or the number one thing she looks for when interviewing for new talent - but I can tell you from personal experience, it’s really not so common.
Cristina shares numerous insightful tidbits in this episode, from how she employs this 5-word technique to positioning for her clients, how she gets people to answer her emails, the biggest red flag she hears on new business calls, and how she approaches the organization of her team as a form of matchmaking.
I loved learning about Cristina’s publishing career, and how working in the world of print shaped her and her perspective to working as a publicist. It’s just all so good, and I hope you enjoy.
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Learn more about Isetta: isetta.co
Find Isetta on IG: https://www.instagram.com/isetta.co/
And Cristina on IG: https://www.instagram.com/tinikrums/
Anna B. Albury is a multidisciplinary designer and co-founder of coolstuff.nyc, a design-forward weekly newsletter & website that features, you guessed it, COOL STUFF. But I almost feel like ‘cool stuff’ doesn’t do it enough justice. If you live in New York or Brooklyn, you have to go subscribe to the newsletter, which Anna co-founded with her husband Garret pre-pandemic.
In their Friday send you’ll find everything you need to know before heading into the weekend, from the newest restaurants popping up around town, community or brand events you can go to, they have this section of the newsletter called ‘cool friends’ where they highlight artisans and makers living in New York. I love it for discovery of the city I live in, but honestly it’s great even if you don’t live in New York - be sure to listen to find out why!
I really enjoyed learning about how Anna and Garret curate the newsletter, and also how Anna curates her life! She works full time as a Rug Designer and also does her own interior styling work on the site.
Enjoy!
x M
LINKS
Subscribe to coolstuff.nyc: https://coolstuffnyc.substack.com/subscribe
Find cool stuff online: https://www.coolstuff.nyc/
And on IG: https://www.instagram.com/coolstuff.nyc/
Anna's Interior Styling: https://www.annabrettschneider.com/interior-styling
- Anna on IG: https://www.instagram.com/hello_anna_b/
Today I share a conversation I had with Candice Sophia Antoine, someone who, like many other guests I’ve had on this podcast, I first came across on Instagram.
Candice is French, American, and Haitian, and after spending her early years in a small town in the south of France, she moved with her parents to Miami and then by herself to New York City. I think this conversation is especially great for my younger listeners, people who are either in college or recently graduated and are simply just figuring it out as you embark on your journey in the work force.
I was so impressed by the grace Candice gives herself as she makes moves throughout her career on her path to learning what fits her and helps her to create the lifestyle she wants to live. She isn’t afraid to tell potential clients no when the opportunity doesn’t feel right to her, and I think that’s also one of the reason’s she’s amassed a following on social. The way she’s curated not only her Instagram feed, but also her life and the people and products she cherishes in it, are beautiful to see and, with this conversation, now wonderful to hear about.
I hope you enjoy this convo as much as I did!
x Michelle
Candice on IG: https://www.instagram.com/so.candice/
The Vintage Deli: https://www.instagram.com/thevintagedeli/
Jane Cookshop: https://www.instagram.com/janecookshop/
Today I sit down with Erika Veurink. Erika is a writer for publications like Vogue and The Cut and for herself, with her Substack, Long Live. She’s also the matchmaker mastermind behind EV Salon, an event series designed to be, as Erika puts it, an IRL Intro Email. One that feels warm, and personal and unlike the stale and awkward events we’ve all experienced before.
There are PLENTY of amazing tidbits from Erika in this episode, whether you’re an aspiring writer or not. Erika gives a play by play breakdown of how to go after that byline of your dreams, how she honed her craft as part of her MFA (Masters in Fine Arts) in non-fiction writing, and what it’s actually like being a writer and getting paid (and not) for your work.
This recording was the first time I met Erika face to face, and I’m sure you’ll be able to tell, I liked her a lot! I think I giggled more in this recording than I have in any other Creative Juicy podcast. She is smart and hilarious and I loved getting her take on life as a writer and someone who juggles so many different creative outlets simultaneously. So excuse the ramble at the end, but I just wanted to make sure I learned everything I could from Erika who is a pro when it comes to curation - in life, in wardrobe, and career. All of it.
Enjoy it! xx
Subscribe to Long Live: https://longlive.substack.com/
Find Erika on IG: https://www.instagram.com/erikaveurink/
And TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@erikaveurink
Kelsey is the founder and designer behind Brooklyn-based fine jewelry brand, Abel Objects, which she launched just last year after taking the leap of faith that is from being a freelancer to going full time.
After attending the Rhode Island School of Design, Kelsey established a career in graphic design and art direction — working for clients such as The New York Times, Flamingo, Man Repeller, Condé Nast, and the startup Haus — all while making jewelry on the side. After helping build so many brands over the years, in 2023 she decided to go all in on her own company.
On today’s episode, Kelsey and I talk about her time at RISD and how the curriculum influenced how she approaches design, her formative startup experience that changed how she views business and the kind of work she wants to pursue, and also how it's going running Abel today!
Talking to Kelsey felt like talking to long time friend, even though we just met for the first time on this podcast call. So I hope you enjoy this convo as much as I did! x M
LINKS
Shop Abel Objects: https://abelobjects.com/
Find Kelsey on IG: https://www.instagram.com/kelseylim/
It's fitting for this episode to be released on Valentine's Day because one of my favorite people, Maggie Sause, is on the podcast today! As I look back on my career, there is a short list of people who I am so grateful to have shared a 9-5 with because I have A) learned a ton from them and also B) completely adored them on a personal level, and Maggie is certainly at the top of that list.
Maggie is Head of Marketing at Red Antler, which is probably the most well known and esteemed agency for brands out there. Red Antler partners with businesses at all stages from prelaunch to growth and established brands, but you may have heard of them, like I first did, from their brand work with the likes of AllBirds or Casper. Or maybe you’ve seen their ‘Designed to be deleted’ campaign they dreamed up for Hinge or perhaps the book Obsessed which Red Antler's co-founder, Emily Heyward, published in 2020. If you’re at all interested in what beloved brand is and how to create one, I highly recommend reading it!
Maggie and I talk about brand worlds - what they are and how to build them, what it means to dimensionalize your audience, how to create value beyond just your product, platform, or experience you’re selling, why the marketing funnel is way more complex than it used to be, and what Maggie considers to be the 3 most important aspects of a brand today. If you’re building a brand yourself or perhaps want to understand more of what it takes to make it at an agency or maybe you just love CPG, this is the episode for you.
OK, enjoy!
I’m doing something a little different with the podcast today - a quick mini episode of just me since I’ve alluded to, but haven’t shared exactly what went on last year when I had a pretty big hiatus from the podcast, and from my life quite frankly. So here goes..
The episodes I reference are:
- REO: An exploration of how art affects people
- Kathryn Shah: A world of sweet beyond sugar with Spring & Mulberry
And if you want to learn more about me:
- Check out my Substack: https://michellewainwright.substack.com/p/thisisme
- Or find me on IG: https://www.instagram.com/mich_wainwright/
Sending a lot of love!
x Mich
Meet Adele Tetangco! Adele is the co-founder behind Garmentory and has championed small businesses throughout her storied career in the fashion industry. In today's conversation, Adele walks us through her trajectory as we discuss the importance of community, listening to your body, and how she both scaled a team and scaled herself as a leader. I loved talking with Adele about where she’s been and what she’s been building with her latest business, Snack Size, which is really awesome. Her hustle and heart are truly inspiring.
Be sure to check out Snack Size's Smorgasbord (linked below!) which is a marketplace for talent whether you need help with retail operations, content strategy, product design, PR, a career coach - you name it, Snack Size has it for you!
x M
Snack Size: https://www.snack-size.com/
Snack Size Smorgasbord: https://www.snack-size.com/smorgasbord
In Todo BIPOC Craft Fair: https://intodo.us/
Shop Et Tigre: https://ettigre.co/
Find Adele on IG: https://www.instagram.com/buddy_lembeck/
Plus, more about me and my recent health journey here: https://www.instagram.com/mich_wainwright/
I am so excited to introduce you all to my friend, Jane Kate Wong. She is a multi-faceted Creative Director and designer and, with her latest venture NOON, Jane is designing wellness tools for your mind and for your mood through the combination of eastern plant wisdom and neuroscience.
Originally a trained architect, Jane is no stranger to exploring the world and how we interact with it. So it was super fun for me to discuss her business, what drives her to create, and also how she is pivoting Noon in the ever-changing consumer landscape.
This episode is part of a series of chats I recorded earlier in 2023 that I am so excited to put out in the world now. Be sure to stick around until the end of the episode, where I caught up with Jane just last week to see how things have gone for Noon since launch and where she is looking to take the brand in 2024.
Shop NOON: https://www.noonlife.co/
Find Jane on IG: https://www.instagram.com/janekatewong/
Plus, more about me and my recent health journey here: https://www.instagram.com/p/C1e7JnoryG8/?img_index=1
Hi world! I'm so excited to share my conversation with Anna Gray, the founder of resale platform Club Vintage and writer behind the newsletter, Things I Would Buy If I Didn't Pay Rent.
In today's episode, we talk about all the various hats Anna wore when starting out in NYC after going to the New School, from modeling, to working in PR, being an executive assistant, writing for interior design startup, Home Polish, and eventually becoming the co-founder for Object Limited, ALL before she founded Club Vintage.
I really enjoyed learning about what Anna loves so much about working in vintage retail, (it isn’t what you would suspect!), and her vision for Club Vintage being THE department store destination for all things vintage shopping.
She’s smart, and funny, and just a pleasure to speak with. Have a listen and if you find yourself in NY or LA, go check out Club Vintage IRL.
Shop Club Vintage: https://clubvintage.org/
Read Things I Would Buy If I Didn't Pay Rent
Find Anna on IG: https://www.instagram.com/annazgray/
Plus, more about me and my recent health journey here: https://www.instagram.com/p/C1e7JnoryG8/?img_index=1
Mark Leibowitz is a director and photographer whose work is commissioned by advertisers, brands, studios and media outlets worldwide.
On today’s podcast, Mark talks about the deadline he set for himself to transition from Assistant Photographer to Photographer, why self-motivation is critical for those looking to pursue a career in this field, the difference in photo and video shoots and how they inspire different sensations, and why looking inward and being true to yourself is the only way to produce meaningful work.
He also shares tangible tools he used to help find his voice as a creative, which include:
- The Artist's Way by Julia Cameron
- Steven Pressfield
- Ian Summer’s Heart Storming
- Beth Taubner of Mercury Lab
- Man Morning Newsletter
Mark is a true artist, a dear friend, and someone I am so honored to have on the podcast. I hope you enjoy it!
Katrina is the Founder, Creative Director, and wearer of all hats for Goods Gang, a stationery and design studio that specializes in wedding paper and other printed goods. When I came across Goods Gang circa 2015, I remember feeling like I had just been witness to a breath of fresh air for the wedding industry - not an easy feat! Katrina’s designs are elegant, clean, yet playful with a bit of edge. Truly, they are one of a kind and also communicate the personality of the couples so beautifully.
On today’s episode we talk about how Katrina’s work in tech, specifically working in systems for Microsoft, helped pave the way for the systems she utilizes in her business today, the turning point she experienced when she decided to make her side hustle a full time gig, and why creating something tangible is so important to her.
You don’t want to miss this episode!
Find Goods Gang at goodsgang.com and @goodsgang on Instagram.
For more Creative Juicy, visit CreativeJuicyPodcast.com and follow Michelle at @mich_wainwright. Podcast guest and advertising inquiries may be sent to creativejuicypodcast@gmail.com.
PUNO IS HERE! I could not be more excited to share this episode with you. Puno is the founder of I Love Creatives, an incredible community where you can find creative job postings, freelance tools, and the coolest online courses available on the internet today.
Puno had her own path to founding I Love Creatives, which included being the UX Director for Call of Duty, getting laid off in 2008 during the financial crisis, the gap she saw in the market when it came to online education, how she measures the success of a course, and so much more.
There are so many incredible nuggets of info in here if you work in a creative field yourself, are looking for a creative outlet, interested in online courses, or just navigating the work force and the crazy market today.
Puno is so smart and funny and kind. ENJOY!
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Find I Love Creatives at ilovecreatives.com and @ilovecreatives, and keep up with Puno on Instagram @punodostres.
For more Creative Juicy, visit CreativeJuicyPodcast.com and follow Michelle at @mich_wainwright. Podcast guest and advertising inquiries may be sent to creativejuicypodcast@gmail.com.
Molly Ford is the florist and business owner of Flowers by Ford, which she runs together with her husband out of Bushwick, Brooklyn. What began as an Instagram which Molly started in 2019, quickly grew in the pandemic (and out of their railroad style apartment no less!), and has since flourished into a full-fledged floral business of which clients include the New York Botanical Garden, La Mer, AnnaSophia Robb, Charles Kieth, and so many others.
In this episode, we discuss how Molly’s imaginative childhood shaped her love for art and nature from an early age, the role Instagram played in the growth of her business, what it’s like at the NY flower market before sunrise, and how she approaches client work across a range of projects including fashion shows, editorial, home deliveries, and weddings. It was inspiring to chat with Molly and learn about her journey. My main takeaway - pursue what you love!
For more on Molly and her incredible creations, find her on Instagram at @flowersbyford.
For more Creative Juicy, visit CreativeJuicyPodcast.com and follow Michelle at @mich_wainwright. Podcast guest and advertising inquiries may be sent to creativejuicypodcast@gmail.com.
x M
Jordan Rondel is the creative and entrepreneurial genius behind the brand, The Caker. What started out as a bakery in New Zealand where Jordan began redefining how one marks a special occasion, has since grown into an international cake brand with 2 bakeries, 5 published recipe books, a line of luxury cake kits and a cult following for Jordan’s unique recipes and signature baking style.
In this episode, we chat about Jordan’s journey to CAKE, how expanding into pre-packaged cake kits allowed her to scale the business, the challenges she faced when launching in the US market, and the approach she took when a celebrity partnership didn’t go as planned.
For more on Jordan and to try her delightful cakes yourself, visit www.the-caker.com and find The Caker on Instagram at @thecaker.
For more JUICE visit CreativeJuicyPodcast.com for show notes, transcripts and follow Michelle at @mich_wainwright. Podcast guest and advertising inquiries may be sent to creativejuicypodcast@gmail.com.
CHEERS!
Launched in 2009, Kate Arends created Wit & Delight as a personal project to get to know herself through sharing her love for design, food, fashion, and travel. Since then, Wit & Delight has launched a range of lines at Target, taken her community on the wonderful ride of renovation with Kate's family home, and established itself as a real resource for others to feel less alone in the ups and downs of one's journey through life.
On today's episode, Kate tells us about her path from graphic designer to entrepreneur, the relationship she's built with the Wit & Delight community, her 'big beef' with social media, the importance of home hygiene, and how it is acting as both the content AND the person in the world of Wit & Delight.
I was thrilled to have the opportunity to sit down with Kate and learn more about her creative process. Enjoy!
MORE WIT & DELIGHT:
Lifestyle Blog: witanddelight.com
Instagram: instagram.com/witanddelight_/
TikTok: tiktok.com/@witanddelight
MORE CREATIVE JUICY:
Michelle’s Instagram: instagram.com/mich_wainwright/
Visit CreativeJuicyPodcast.com for show notes, transcripts and more.
Say hello to Michelle: creativejuicypodcast@gmail.com
Sam Ortiz is a Brooklyn native who has been working as a professional photographer for nearly a decade with a strong focus on people and portraiture. Sam's path is a unique one - after 14 years building a career in IT, Sam started re-evaluating his life and how he wanted to live it.
On today's episode, Sam tells us about how pivoting to photography married his technology background with his love for the arts, his role in the budding New York coffee scene and how building relationships face-to-face led him to building the community he has today, and the importance of mindset in how you approach what life throws your way.
Speaking with Sam was truly inspirational. Enjoy the listen!
MORE SAM:
Portfolio: www.samortiz.com
Instagram: instagram.com/samortizphotos/
MORE CREATIVE JUICY:
Michelle’s Instagram: instagram.com/mich_wainwright/
Visit CreativeJuicyPodcast.com for show notes, transcripts and more.
Say hello to Michelle: creativejuicypodcast@gmail.com
I am so excited to introduce you to the loveliest, Kirsty Meares! She is one of the brilliant minds behind Laird and Good Company, a leading creative agency that represents the most incredible and sophisticated artists.
Kirsty’s approach to work, business, and collaboration is certainly a fresh and warm one. I’ve experienced first hand how she manages clients and admired how she works with artists, and can safely say she is the best there is. For anyone looking to work with creatives, this episode is for you!
We talk about Kirsty’s upbringing in Australia where she ran her own production agency, her advice for those looking to get into the industry, the importance of knowing when to step in or stay out, and her work ethic - this lady gets things done!
Go on a walk, have a nice listen, and enjoy hearing from Kirsty. Cheers!
MORE LAIRD AND GOOD COMPANY:
Laird and Good Company
MORE CREATIVE JUICY:
Michelle’s Instagram: instagram.com/mich_wainwright/
Visit CreativeJuicyPodcast.com for show notes, transcripts and more.
Say hello to Michelle: creativejuicypodcast@gmail.com
Rinee Shah has a storied career in illustration and art direction. She is currently a Creative Director at Oatly, an illustrator with clients like the New York Times (!), and the author and illustrator of The Made-up Words Project, a visual dictionary of made-up language between friends and family, which was just the first of her multiple book deals.
On today's episode, Rinee shares her journey as a creative from the moment she decided to call herself an 'Art Director' to being featured on the front page of The New York Times. She shares her story about going viral, and how that led to landing a book deal and literary agent whom she still works with today. Most importantly, she talks about the power of side projects and how putting yourself out there can help you find yourself creatively in more ways than one.
I hope you enjoy the conversation as much as I did!
MORE RINEE:
Portfolio: rineeshah.com
Instagram: instagram.com/rineeshah/
RINEE'S PUBLISHED WORKS:
The Made-up Words Project
OFF: The Day The Internet Died, written by Chris Colin
LOL 101: A Kid’s Guide to Writing Jokes (coming this Spring!)
MORE CREATIVE JUICY:
Michelle’s Instagram: instagram.com/mich_wainwright/
Visit CreativeJuicyPodcast.com for show notes, transcripts and more.
Say hello to Michelle: creativejuicypodcast@gmail.com
Martin is a Swedish-born, Brooklyn-based photographer who thrives on the thrill of embarking on unknown creative journeys. His book, Suburbia Gone Wild, surrounds the search for identity among the new middle class in the world's emerging economies, and the studio he founded, InsaneLittleProjects, further explores ways of utilizing machine learning and photography to enable curiosity and creative thinking.
On today's episode, Martin shares his perspective on the way in which European countries support the arts and promote work that is more experimental and less commercial, the impetus and evolution of his anti-social media app, minutiae, which aims to help users document the in-between moments of life that one usually finds too ordinary to be worthy of documentation, among other thought-provoking topics.
I loved hearing Martin's perspective as an artist who has worked in both Europe and the States and the benefits of not limiting yourself to one particular medium. I especially can't wait to hear updates regarding the evolution of minutiae which he shared at the very end of the episode. Enjoy!
MORE MARTIN:
InsaneLittleProjects: www.InsaneLittleProjects.com
Download minutiae and get three months free with THIS LINK
MORE CREATIVE JUICY:
Michelle’s Instagram: instagram.com/mich_wainwright/
Visit CreativeJuicyPodcast.com for show notes, transcripts and more.
Say hello to Michelle: creativejuicypodcast@gmail.com
My first childhood friend on the pod! Meet John, one of the two co-founders of Montagave Tequila which he built with his wife, Lucie. What first started out as a creative way to symbolize their two cultures coming together in celebration of their wedding, quickly turned into a project neither John nor Lucie could shake. A couple years later and the world is lucky to meet Montagave Tequila, a wonderful collaboration of their French and Texan cultures that straddles innovative and artisanal to produce unique and extremely high quality products.
On this very special episode, John talks about the power of cold calling, their perspective on building a family business that matches their lifestyle, the joy in sharing your very own 'juice' with loved ones around you, and the vision John and Lucie have for the brand and business they have built.
I am very impressed with what John and Lucie have built to-date and can't wait to see where they take Montagave! Have a sip of the juice yourself, and order online at montagave.com. Cheers!
MORE MONTAGAVE:
Instagram: instagram.com/montagave/
E-Comm: montagave.com
Reach John at john@swellspirits.com
MORE CREATIVE JUICY:
Michelle’s Instagram: instagram.com/mich_wainwright/
Visit CreativeJuicyPodcast.com for show notes, transcripts and more
Say hello to Michelle: creativejuicypodcast@gmail.com
Daniel Castro is the founder and creative lead of Sky Pie, a design-driven motion studio based in Brooklyn. Blending live action video, stop motion and animation, they create a secret sauce they call... fun. Sky Pie has canoodled with a broad range of clients like Pepsi, Spotify, Oatly and Fendi and, as I mention in this conversation, it is impossible not to smile when experiencing Sky Pie's work.
On today's episode, Daniel tells us about the Rube Goldberg competition he won in high school, shares his perspective on collaboration when it comes to delivering great client work, and gives us a behind-the-scenes look at creating some recent work for Pepsi x KFC and Spotify, specifically. Click the links below to see the magic we're talking about!
WORK DISCUSSED:
Pepsi x KFC: skypie.co/pepsikfc
Spotify x Fletcher: skypie.co/spotifyfletcher
MORE SKY PIE:
Instagram: instagram.com/skypie/
Website: skypie.co/
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Michelle’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mich_wainwright/
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Melina Kemph is a NY-based Art Director and Stylist in both the fashion and food media space. After styling a Nike x NBA campaign (a dream project), Melina left her role as Sr. Men's Stylist at Gilt Groupe to establish her own business. Her client roster includes Kevin Knox, Robin Arzon, Nike, Puma, Pepsi, GQ, Zola, and most recently Waffles & Mochi Get Cooking, an opportunity that fell into her inbox after a food stylist found her pottery on instagram!
On today's episode, Melina tells us about her journey to New York and her various jobs in fashion before she found her passion in styling, the way she fosters collaboration and good vibes while on set, how putting yourself out there gets you where you want to be, and more about her covid hobby, turned career extension which is giving her all the creative energy right now.
Melina is a bright light! I hope you enjoy listening to her wonderful story.
MORE MELINA:
Instagram: instagram.com/melina.kemph/
Portfolio: melinakemph.com/
Honey Lain Studios: honeylainstudios.com/
MORE CREATIVE JUICY:
Michelle’s Instagram: instagram.com/mich_wainwright/
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Emily is the Founder and CEO of Starry Eyed Productions, a production company that creates dynamic video content for its clients which include Gucci, Veuve Clicquot, Fresh Beauty, The Princeton Review, and Match.com, among others.
On today's episode, Emily tells us about her early career as a dancer, the journey that led her to finding her love of video, how she started the business, and the good and bad advice she received along the way. Enjoy!
MORE STARRY EYED PRODUCTIONS:
Instagram: instagram.com/starryeyedproductions/
Website: starryeyedproductions.com/
MORE CREATIVE JUICY:
Michelle’s Instagram: instagram.com/mich_wainwright/
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Ruvi Leider is a producer, writer, director and photographer with a focus on narrative, commercial and live-stream production. Ruvi produces everything from social content, multi-camera live stream, feature films, interactive digital installations and TV commercials for national and international broadcast.
On today's episode, Ruvi shares how he got his start by responding to a craigslist listing, the role of producer and what that can entail for any given project, how he stays calm and collected in stressful situations, and some notable pinch-me moments as he looks back on the last 5 years.
I loved chatting with Ruvi about his upbringing in the industry and also about some of his more recent accomplishments, which include his feature producing debut with Balloon Animal, the launch of his very own production company, and the development of his feature film, FREI, which is a coming of age story about Chassidic teens loosely based on his own experience.
MORE RUVI:
Ruvi's Instagram: instagram.com/ruvileider/
Ruvi's Work: ruvileider.com
MORE CREATIVE JUICY:
Michelle’s Instagram: instagram.com/mich_wainwright/
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Kathryn Shah is the co-founder and CEO of Spring & Mulberry, a new food meets wellness brand comprised of date-sweetened chocolate bars that are topped with beauty & fantastic for you ingredients, from mango Urfa chili to lavender bee pollen, all with 0g added sugar.
The inspiration for the brand is a really personal one. A trip to Dubai on the way to meet her husband's family in India opened Kathryn's eyes to the beauty & pleasure of dates and dried fruits, no longer relegated to the bulk bins of American grocery. Fast forward a few years later and a cancer diagnosis in her early thirties caused Kathryn to quit refined sugar and explore the healing power of food. With nothing to satisfy her sweet tooth, she started experimenting with the dates, nuts, and cacaos that are now foundational to the product line.
On today's episode, Kathryn talks about the path that led her to test-cooking recipes in her kitchen, how to woo emotionally and sell rationally, the importance of finding a co-founder that compliments your skill set, along with a plethora of helpful tips she's learned along her journey to bringing Spring & Mulberry into the world. This is my first founder episode, and I am so happy to share it with you today. Enjoy!
MORE SPRING & MULBERRY:
Instagram: instagram.com/spring.mulberry/
Shop: springandmulberry.com/
MORE CREATIVE JUICY:
Michelle’s Instagram: instagram.com/mich_wainwright/
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Jessie is a multidisciplinary artist, designer, and art director with serious vision and a way of making the impossible, possible. Jessie began creating art using unorthodox materials influenced by pop culture, which transitioned into her now full-time gig of creating large scale pieces and physical installations.
On today's episode, Jessie shares how she accidentally fell into her career through cold outreach to Lady Gaga's set designer, what it's like working with perishable materials, her process in brining large-scale projects to life, and her experience creating on the clock at the US Open.
I hope you enjoy this conversation as much as I did!
MORE JESSIE:
Jessie's Instagram: instagram.com/jessiebearden/
Jessie's Portfolio: https://www.jessiebearden.com/
MORE CREATIVE JUICY:
Michelle’s Instagram: instagram.com/mich_wainwright/
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Natalie Lew is a product designer for a tech company by day and a dreampop musician living in Seattle by night. Before Natalie landed her current 9-5 as Senior Experience Designer at ChowNow, she was previously a Product Designer at Flatiron Health, an Interaction Designer at frog and 2017/2018 Adobe Creative Resident, where she focuses on the intersections of ethics, technology, and interaction design.
On today's episode, Nat and I talk about her experience as an Adobe Creative Resident fresh out of school, what it means to do ethical design work, her advice for young designers and sustaining a career in design, and her most recent creative exploration as solo artist, Sea Lemon, and all that being a musician and putting yourself out there through a new medium entails.
MORE NATALIE:
Natalie's Instagram: instagram.com/itssealemon/
MORE CREATIVE JUICY:
Michelle’s Instagram: instagram.com/mich_wainwright/
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Rōze Traore is a chef, media personality, entrepreneur, and the creator of unique dining experiences for clients and iconic brands such as The New York Times, Veuve Clicquot, AMEX and Louis Vuitton. At age 18, Roze packed up his knife kit and enrolled in Le Cordon Bleu. From there, he went to work in some of the most prestigious kitchens in the world including Eleven Madison Park and The NoMad, before starting his own gig as the mastermind behind bespoke events for fashion clients.
On today's episode, Roze and I talk about the different roles in a chef's kitchen, what it's like enrolling in Le Cordon Bleu, and how he positioned himself in the culinary industry to carve out his own niche where fine dining and high fashion meet.
MORE ROZE:
Roze's Instagram: instagram.com/rozetraore/
Roze's YouTube: youtube.com/channel/UCW_n5vcl9gZ3jhyYz_4MI8Q/
Roze's Website: ChefRoze.com
MORE CREATIVE JUICY:
Michelle’s Instagram: instagram.com/mich_wainwright/
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Sam Cannon is an artist and director based in NYC & LA. Occupying a space at the cross-section of photography, video, experiential and performance, Cannon has produced projection installations, live performances, large-scale prints, and sculptures. She’s mounted exhibitions at Art Basel Miami Beach, Mana Contemporary and SPRING/BREAK Art Fair, and has been named one of The Impression Magazine's “50 Female Creatives Representing the Next Generation of Talent" (which, in fact, she very much is!).
On today's episode, Sam and I talk about how she first got into video, what it looks like to balance acting as both director and subject in her work, her perspective on screens and how her art often occupies them, and the inspiration behind her 2021 performance, 'Thinking about Getting into 3D.'
Sam is a true visionary. Enjoy the listen!
MORE SAM:
Sam's Instagram: instagram.com/samcannon/
Sam's Website: sam-cannon.com
Thinking About Getting Into 3D: instagram.com/thinkingaboutgettinginto3D/
MORE CREATIVE JUICY:
Michelle’s Instagram: instagram.com/mich_wainwright/
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Sam is an Australian-born, Brooklyn-based writer, editor, and food photographer - consider her a very delightful Jane of all trades in food media. Whether she's building a recipe with one core ingredient, ghost writing a cookbook, or shooting work for a beloved NY restaurant, Sam has a flare that is entirely her own.
On today's episode we talk (and laugh!) about the differences in Australian and New York food scenes, how to stay true to yourself when shooting client work, and how she grew her career in the industry following her first job at a macadamia farm back home.
MORE SAM:
Sam's Instagram: instagram.com/_samhillman
Sam's Website: samanthahillman.com
MORE CREATIVE JUICY:
Michelle’s Instagram: instagram.com/mich_wainwright
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Simbarashe Cha is a NY-based filmmaker and photographer who specializes in fashion and documentary with an emphasis on portraiture. You may recognize him for his fashion-forward street photography, or perhaps you've come across some of his incredible photojournalism work for The New York Times. No matter the circumstance, Simbarashe captures the spirit of the people he photographs in way that feels incredibly sincere and still dreamlike. I always knew Simbarashe to be an extremely thoughtful and passionate person, but this conversation shed a whole new light on the care he takes in his work and in his craft. Did I mention he is also a wonderful human?!
On today's episode, Simbarashe and I chat about consistency in storytelling across mediums, how having patience in his process got him to where he is today, the journey of his work with The New York Times, and his latest film, Soeurs, which is released TODAY after 2+ years in the making.
MORE SIMBARASHE:
Simbarashe's Instagram: instagram.com/simbarashecha/
Simbarashe's Portfolio: simbarashe.com/films
MORE CREATIVE JUICY:
Michelle’s Instagram: instagram.com/mich_wainwright/
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For close to 10 years, Sydney led the digital and social media practice at LaForce, where we (!) collaborated on everything from social strategy to custom content creation, influencer programming, small and large-scale events, and overall brand storytelling for a slew of brands. It makes me very happy to share this conversation with you, and provide an inside look at our past working lives and how we think about brands and social, today. Enjoy!
MORE SYDNEY: Syd's Instagram: instagram.com/sydneyfazende/
MORE CREATIVE JUICY: Michelle’s Instagram: instagram.com/mich_wainwright/
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Jovel Roystan is an actor and lifestyle content creator, born and bred in Houston, but currently based in BK. Over the past decade, he’s explored the many facets of the creative industries through written, visual and filmed expression, and partnered with hundreds of brands across the fashion, travel, and lifestyle spaces. Between diving back into the world of acting, dipping his toes into writing, and his work in visual storytelling, he uses social media and film as platforms to share his unique take on contemporary living with other young dreamers like himself.
On today's episode, we talk about how Jovel navigated his corporate career before focusing full-time on his personal ambitions, mindfulness when it comes to social media and the need people feel to comment, and what it takes to nurture yourself and your craft as you navigate the acting industry.
MORE JOVEL:
Jovel's Instagram: instagram.com/jovelroystan/
Jovel's TikTok: tiktok.com/@jovelroystan
Jovel's YouTube: youtube.com/channel/UCsLDGljntB81D95fZHSrBrA
MORE CREATIVE JUICY:
Michelle’s Instagram: instagram.com/mich_wainwright/
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As the oldest of 8 kids, Rebecca always had to find her own way, which helped navigating educational and career choices throughout her life. From a masters in American History to then landing a job in fashion and starting her blog, Raspberry & Rouge, when she used Instagram purely as an editing tool, Rebecca's career as a content creator has evolved with the ever-changing social media landscape. Today, we talk about her shyness and how she finds the courage to pose in front of the camera, her discomfort with the title 'influencer,' the balance between living publicly and privately, and the vision and strategy behind starting her creative agency, LAPISCINE.
Rebecca is a pure pleasure to speak with, and her words about how to put yourself out there to get what you want in life I found truly inspiring. Enjoy!
MORE REBECCA:
Rebecca's Instagram: instagram.com/rebeccalaurey/
LAPISCINE's Instagram: instagram.com/wearelapiscine/
MORE CREATIVE JUICY:
Michelle’s Instagram: instagram.com/mich_wainwright/
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Molly Dickson is a fashion photographer, collage motion artist, and director reimagining 2D art from a multimedia approach. Her work spans commercial work for clients such as Benefit Cosmetics, Bergdorf Goodman, Bumble, and The Yes, alongside personal projects like her latest NFT collection, Computer Cowgirls, of which Molly is donating all proceeds to Fund Texas Choice, a non-profit organization that pays for Texans’ travel to abortion clinics. I originally found Molly's work on Instagram circa Spring 2017 and instantly admired how she married the nostalgic feeling of collages with modern tech that makes each of her pieces feel entirely new.
On today's episode we talk about Molly's journey as a photographer from assisting to signing with an agent, how Web3 is energizing Molly's perspective, the importance of women in the crypto community, and all the details that go into launching and maintaining an NFT project from creating the smart contract, to gas fees, and cultivating community.
MORE MOLLY:
Molly's Instagram: instagram.com/savemolly
Computer Cowgirls Instagram: instagram.com/computercowgirls/
Computer Cowgirls Twitter: twitter.com/cmptrcowgirls
MORE FUND TEXAS CHOICE:
About Fund Texas Choice:fundtexaschoice.org
Donateto Fund Texas Choice: fundtexaschoice.org/donate/
MORE CREATIVE JUICY:
Michelle’s Instagram: instagram.com/mich_wainwright/
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Jodi Moreno is a chef, culinary consultant, food stylist, James Beard nominated cookbook author, and one of the warmest people I've had the pleasure to work with. Her cookbook, More With Less, is the only cookbook I've both admired aesthetically and referenced religiously when wanting to cook something special, yet still simple. Her client list includes brands such as Krug Champagne, MasterCard, Peroni, and West Elm, while her recipes and work have been featured by Bon Appétit, Vogue, Saveur, and The Washington Post, just to name a few.
Today, we chat about wearing so many different hats as a creative, the ins and outs of creating your own cookbook, building Neighborhood Studio, and how the move to Mexico City has inspired her in both food and life.
MORE JODI:
Jodi's Instagram: instagram.com/whatscookingoodlooking_/
MORE CREATIVE JUICY:
Michelle’s Instagram: instagram.com/mich_wainwright/
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Brent David Freaney is an artist working in digital media and conceptual sculpture. I first worked with Brent to build websites for Veuve Clicquot Champagne, and he soon became one of my favorite partners and people to work with. Since 2011 he has created, designed, and developed a body of work committed to fueling subculture across the digital landscape both through his studio, Special-Offer, and his personal practice, where projects are animated by a desire to generate new exploratory and critical frameworks. Approaching identity systems as malleable structures, Freaney works within the confines afforded by the internet to reshape the possibilities of unbounded digital space.
On this week’s episode, Brent and I discuss how he found community on the internet at a young age, imposter syndrome and his will to problem solve, his mindset in establishing company culture, and how he’s scaled the Special Offer team from one to 11 in such a short amount of time.
I hope you enjoy the conversation as much as I did!
MORE OF BRENT:
Special Offer: specialoffer.inc
Special Offer’s Instagram: instagram.com/specialoffer.inc
Brent’s Instagram: instagram.com/spamriskmissedcall
MORE CREATIVE JUICY:
Michelle’s Instagram: instagram.com/mich_wainwright
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John Philp Thompson III is a men's lifestyle creator based in New York City. A true jack-of- all trades, John began his career as a freelance photographer in Chicago eventually becoming a content creator full-time. Known for his all-American style and Texas roots, John knows how to make any guy - urban or suburban – look great with the right pieces. John's followers trust his style tips and love to follow along with his fashion, food, and travel tips (complete with city guides for each of his trips) on his expertly-curated eponymous blog. John is one of just a few go-to men's fashion influencers and stands out for his expert styling, friendliness, and professionalism.
John and I talk about the move back to New York City after a Covid hiatus, finding friends in a new city, the leap from a 9-5 job to full-time freelance, how he juggles multiple social platforms, and tips for how to stand out in a crowded industry.
MORE OF JOHN:
John's Instagram:instagram.com/johnphilp3
John's TikTok: tiktok.com/@johnphilp3
John's Blog: johnphilp.com
The Risky Jackal Weekly Playlist: open.spotify.com/playlist/14LEc8bx19XIlJepJL4FBU?si=057cd47803764258
John's Grandmother's 1957 Oscars Acceptance Speech:youtube.com/watch?v=cHl9D9I0Svw
MORE CREATIVE JUICY:
Michelle’s Instagram: instagram.com/mich_wainwright/
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REO is a dynamic futurist poised to change the way the world views digital art. His perspectives and unique eye for art, design, fashion, music, and intuitive ability to work with technology allow him to be a world builder.
Today we discuss where wellness and art intercept, REO's big break with Beyoncé, what the NFT community means to him, and how REO wants the world to view digital art.
MORE OF REO:
REO's Work (Compiled Links): solo.to/thisreo
REO's Spotify: open.spotify.com/artist/1noybErp7Z6TbSbwWbJppg
REO's Instagram:instagram.com/thisreo/
REO's Twitter: twitter.com/thisreo
MORE CREATIVE JUICY:
Michelle’s Instagram: instagram.com/mich_wainwright/
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Aaron Vazquez is a Photographer and Director based in New York City. Originally from Austin, TX, Aaron first picked up a camera in high school after persuading his teacher to accept a video essay as opposed to a written essay for a particular assignment. From there, he went to the University of Texas at Austin before moving to New York City, where he hustled his way to shooting rap music videos, live fashion photography, and eventually landing large commercial projects with the likes of Veuve Clicquot, Thom Browne, Converse, Paco Rabanne, Armani, and many more.
Today, we chat about Aaron’s creative beginnings, how he taught himself everything he knows about photography and videography, and what advice he would give to young artists looking to make their own way as a creative freelancer today.
MORE OF AARON:
Aaron’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aaronisnotcool/
Aaron’s Twitter: https://twitter.com/aaronisnotcool
MORE CREATIVE JUICY:
Michelle’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mich_wainwright/
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Creative Juicy is a podcast that surrounds conversations about the creative process, tools to help you find your voice, and advice for people looking to make something of their own in this crazy beautiful world.
Hosted by Brand and Content Strategist, Michelle Wainwright, the goal of Creative Juicy is to shine a light on the experiences of people who dare to be different, with the hopes of inspiring you to do whatever makes you feel unapologetically you.
Check out guest bios and show transcripts at CreativeJuicyPodcast.com and look out for new episodes every Wednesday. Chat soon!