Poo Bear Opens Up Like Never Before— (Bieber, Usher + More) | Poo Bear on Chai Tea with Nina D.

From writing the hits behind Justin Bieber, Usher, and Mariah Carey to navigating the years nobody saw,  @Poobear  breaks down the habits, creative process, and mindset that took him from New Haven to global hits. In this episode, Nina sits down with Jason " @Poobear " Boyd for a clear, grounded conversation about how his life and career actually took shape. He talks through growing up in New Haven without his father, the instability and pressure of his early years, and how music became both an outlet and a path forward. Poo Bear explains how he learned to work consistently instead of waiting for inspiration, how he approaches writing at high volume, and how he decides when a song is finished. He shares what working closely with artists like Justin Bieber and Usher taught him about collaboration, trust, and long term creative partnerships. They also discuss what it feels like to be successful while still feeling unseen, why songwriters often stay behind the scenes, and how he protects his integrity in an industry driven by attention and ego. The conversation surfaces lessons on loyalty, healing family relationships, and why giving second chances is not just a belief for him but something he actively puts into practice through music and mentorship. What You'll Learn: ✅ How to reframe a hard childhood into motivation you can actually use ✅ How to handle being overlooked without losing confidence or quitting ✅ A repeatable way to start creating even when you do not feel inspired ✅ How to tell when a creative idea is finished so you stop overworking it ✅ A simple approach to building better relationships through trust and second chances   👉 If this conversation inspired you, don't forget to LIKE, COMMENT your key takeaway, and SUBSCRIBE for more insightful discussions!  💻 Watch on YouTube  📱 Watch on Spotify  🎧 Listen on Apple Podcasts  Follow @NinaPalDixon & @ChaiTeaWithNinaD for BTS + daily takeaways