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Behind the Creative
by Dr. Kristelle Beecher, PhD, MBA
Behind the Creative is an intimate podcast series exploring the intersection of mental health, emotional framing, and creative work. Hosted by Dr. Kristelle Beecher, founder of The Creative Corporate, the show engages artists, musicians, designers, and creatives in deep discussions about how mindset, resilience, and authenticity shape their work. Hosted by Dr. Kristelle Beecher, an industrial-organizational psychologist, culture innovator, and Forbes HR Council Member. As a first-generation American, Kristelle brings a bold lens to the conversation, blending science, storytelling, and soul. With a PhD in I/O Psychology, an MBA in HR, and a BA in Journalism, her mission is to help creatives design their careers and brand their brilliance to build lives that align with who they really are. 🎧 Catch the first season, launching Summer 2025 on YouTube and all major streaming platforms! This podcast is brought to you by The Creative Corp
Episodes
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Use These Strategies to Protect Your Mental Health as a Creative with Jai Huntley
In this episode of Behind the Creative, Dr. Kristelle (https://www.instagram.com/drkristelle) sits down with Jai Huntley (https://www.instagram.com/jai.huntley), founder of Protect Your Mental (https://www.instagram.com/protectyourmental_), clinical mental health counselor, therapist, and…
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How to Navigate Being a First as a Creative with Chris Peay
In this episode of Behind the Creative, Kristelle (https://www.instagram.com/drkristelle) sits down with Chris Peay (https://www.instagram.com/chris.peay), co-founder of Cxmmunity Media, the Black-owned media agency reshaping gaming, entertainment, and culture, for a conversation you haven’t…
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How to Stop People Pleasing with Music Artist BaeGii
In this episode of Behind the Creative, Dr. Kristelle (https://www.instagram.com/drkristelle) sits down with music artist and vibrant creative voice Gianni “BaeGii” Chatman (https://www.instagram.com/baegii/) to explore what really happens when you stop people pleasing and start believing in your...
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What to Do as a Corporate Creative Before Burnout
In this episode, we explore the moment that forced corporate creative strategist Dior George to slow down and confront the pressure women face in both creative and corporate environments. Dior opens up about juggling motherhood, high stakes projects, and the invisible expectations placed on high...
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How to Define Your Career During Uncertain Times with CJ Simmons
In this episode of Behind the Creative, Dr. Kristelle (https://www.instagram.com/drkristelle) sits down with creative strategist and sports marketing veteran CJ Simmons (https://www.instagram.com/mr_cjsimmons) to explore what it truly means to define the undefined — in life, in business, sports,...
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The Cost of Navigating Vulnerability in Reality TV & Music with Norman Wakefield
In this episode of Behind the Creative, Dr. Kristelle (@drkristelle) sits down with multi-talented artist, media personality, and rising musician Norman Wakefield (@allayemusic) to explore what it really means to build an authentic career in the entertainment industry. From reality TV appearances...
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How to Battle Imposter Syndrome and Conquer Your Mental Health as an Actor with Joseph Cox
Musician, actor, model, and creative visionary Joseph Cox shares how his love for music and storytelling evolved into The Artistry Collective—a movement designed to bring creatives together through vulnerability, authenticity, and collaboration. We talk about navigating mental health as a…
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Monetize Your Creative Business with These Steps to Unlock Cash Flow! Learn from Shahlayo Ranson
What does it really take to build a creative business when your identity is part of the story? On this episode of Behind the Creative, Shahlayo Ranson, host of The Ultimate Blerd podcast, shares how his love and passion for anime, sci-fi, and content production turned into a business. We talk…
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A Brutal Conversation About Comedy with Dexter "FURG" Fugerson
In this powerful episode of Behind the Creative, Dr. Kristelle dives deep into the real story behind the laughs as comedian FURG opens up about the unfiltered highs and lows of life on stage. From the heartbreak of divorce and the struggle of being broke to the thrill of big wins in comedy, this...
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Your Energy is More Powerful than Your Mindset! Master Creative with Myckell From "Fight Night"
Is there really such a thing as the right energy for your art, and who gets to decide? In this episode of Behind the Creative, Dr. Kristelle (https://www.instagram.com/drkristelle/) sits down with actress, radio, and TV personality Myckell Harris (https://www.instagram.com/prettymycki/). From her...
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Is AI Destroying Creative Jobs? Here's Why We Don't Think So with Elliott McKnight
Elliott McKnight joins us on Episode 5 of Behind the Creative to explore why the future of creativity depends on embracing technology instead of fearing it. From AI, music, to emerging tools we haven’t even imagined yet, Elliott makes the case for curiosity over hesitation. We dig into how...
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ADIDAS S.E.E.D. Creator Liz Connelly Says Your Emotions Are Killing This
Your emotions aren’t just something you feel—they’re shaping every decision, every design, and every creative choice you make, often without you even realizing it. In this episode of Behind the Creative, Kristelle sits down with Liz Connelly, designer and creator of the ADIDAS SEED program, to...
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WNBA Vet Lynetta "Kizer" Shares Her Comeback Catalyst for the First Time Ever!
In this powerful episode of Behind the Creative, former WNBA star Lynetta Kizer opens up, for the first time ever anywhere, about her deeply personal journey through addiction, recovery, and reclaiming her life on and off the court. Known for her strength, skill, and spirit, Lynetta’s story goes...
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Eric Penn: He Built His Career on ONE Core Belief, It Changed Everything!
What keeps you grounded when everything around you changes? In this episode of Behind the Creative, rising R&B artist Eric Penn shares how he stays rooted in his artistic cornerstone—through music, storytelling, and immersive performance. From navigating the ever-shifting industry to designing…
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Khadija Speer: How To Pivot for Success as a Creative
In this episode of Behind the Creative, Dr. Kristelle Beecher sit down with Khadija Speer: international actress, creative director, and collaborator of Donald Glover — to unpack what it truly takes to scaffold your own path in an industry that often asks you to wait for permission. With her...
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Behind the Creative Teaser
What if your greatest creative block is actually your mindset? In this 2-minute teaser, host Dr. Kristelle Beecher introduces Behind the Creative — a bold and intimate podcast exploring the intersection of mental health, mindset, and creative careers. This isn’t your average podcast. Each episode...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Behind the Creative is an intimate podcast series exploring the intersection of mental health, emotional framing, and creative work. Hosted by Dr. Kristelle Beecher, founder of The Creative Corporate, the show engages artists, musicians, designers, and creatives in deep discussions about how mindset, resilience, and authenticity shape their work.
Hosted by Dr. Kristelle Beecher, an industrial-organizational psychologist, culture innovator, and Forbes HR Council Member. As a first-generation American, Kristelle brings a bold lens to the conversation, blending science, storytelling, and soul. With a PhD in I/O Psychology, an MBA in HR, and a BA in Journalism, her mission is to help creatives design their careers and brand their brilliance to build lives that align with who they really are.
🎧 Catch the first season, launching Summer 2025 on YouTube and all major streaming platforms!
This podcast is brought to you by The Creative Corp
HOSTED BY
Dr. Kristelle Beecher, PhD, MBA
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Behind the Creative is an intimate podcast series exploring the intersection of mental health, emotional framing, and creative work. Hosted by Dr. Kristelle Beecher, founder of The Creative Corporate, the show engages artists, musicians, designers, and creatives in deep discussions about how...
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