EPISODE · Sep 15, 2025 · 36 MIN
From Classroom to Comedy: Kelly Kellz on Faith, Family & Fearless Authenticity
from The Elevate Collection Podcast · host Alexandria Reed & Jordan Hawkins
Send us Fan MailComedian, actress, and entrepreneur Kelly Kellz joins Alexandria & Jordan for a soul-filling conversation on calling, confidence, and building a legacy with laughter. A Milwaukee native and former teacher, Kelly shares how she walked out on faith, scaled her career with her husband-manager, and uses comedy as a tool for healing and empowerment. We go deep on supportive partnerships, being authentically yourself in rooms that want “cookie-cutter,” and what it means to build legacy for our kids.We also talk about Kelly’s new film Toxic FriendZ (now streaming on Amazon Prime & Tubi) and her show/podcast work, plus the moment she knew she’d “made it.” If you need a reminder that bigger is possible, this one’s it.In this episode:Leaving the classroom for the stage—on purpose and with faithSilent leadership & why support is real leadership in partnershipThick-girl confidence & rejecting “cookie-cutter” beauty standardsTurning comedy into ministry: laughs as medicineLegacy for our kids and building “trust babies”Producing a feature film and shifting behind the cameraThe power of curating connection experiences vs. “networking”About Kelly Kellz (highlights):APCA “Comedian of the Year” (2024), national touring comic. ImprovBeaconsFormer K-12 teacher from Milwaukee; transitioned to full-time comedy. EssenceStars in and executive produced Toxic FriendZ (streaming on Amazon Prime & Tubi). IMDbInstagram+1Massive social footprint (Facebook ~1.5M followers). Facebook+1Resources & connects:Kelly: kellykellz.com | IG/TikTok/FB: @kellykellz_22 (email: [email protected])Watch Toxic FriendZ: Amazon Prime / Tubi (search “Toxic FriendZ”) IMDbInstagramSponsor/Partnership inquiries: Kelly is seeking aligned management, podcast sponsors, and brand collaborations.If you loved this: Rate & review, share with a friend, and tag us with your favorite “bigger” moment.www.createcultivate.comELEVATECC20 for 20% OFFSupport the showBefore you go - here are three ways to continue elevating your legacy & connect:1. Follow @ElevateCollection.co on Instagram along with your host, @alexandriareed.co & @Jordanhawkins.co2. Subscribe to never miss an episode and get exclusive content3. Share this trailer with three people who need to hear itRemember: Your influence is just the beginning. Your legacy is the destination.See you soon, where influence meets legacy.
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Send us Fan Mail Comedian, actress, and entrepreneur Kelly Kellz joins Alexandria & Jordan for a soul-filling conversation on calling, confidence, and building a legacy with laughter. A Milwaukee native and former teacher, Kelly shares how she walked out on faith, scaled her career with her husband-manager, and uses comedy as a tool for healing and empowerment. We go deep on supportive partnerships, being authentically yourself in rooms that want “cookie-cutter,” and what it means to buil...
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