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Cuppa Jen

by Jenessa Galbraith

An aspiring artists podcast for Christian creatives!

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  1. #cuppajen - Perfectionism tried to kill me, but vulnerability saved my life feat. Erika Conway!

    Welcome here to CuppaJen in 2021 everyone!! It's exciting to be a creative -- you can innovate, recreate, originate -- there are millions of ideas out there, and yet I have a habit of picking apart one. Perfectionism, as we talk about on the show, is the death of creativity. One can spend so much...

  2. #cuppajen - In Konversation with Karen Elgersma (Part 2)

    Hey! Welcome back to part 2 of our “konversation” with Karen! In Part 2, Karen expounds upon her understanding of confidence and what culture best creates that for us. We talked about having empathy for the artist, taking the lead on our own life narrative, and the importance of having a…

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  3. #cuppajen - In Konversation with Karen Elgersma (Part 1)

    Hi friends, Have you ever loved your art and creativity but then froze or started to lose interest when you had to take your art to market? You’re not alone! On this episode of #cuppajen Karen and I sit down with some wine (sort of…) to chat about starting out in the industry, the shifting tide…

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  4. #cuppajen - Zak Santiago: shout outs, warnings, and overcoming pain with love.

    Hi friends, I hope that you are all doing truly well. On this episode of #cuppajen we are joined by actor, dancer, and DJ Zak Santiago to talk about how his art making is impacted by his faith in Jesus. We talk about lifestyles, judgement, and the pressures Christian artists (or people) face. We...

  5. #cuppajen - Momma Always Said: Life Lessons with Carl Kennedy

    Hey everyone, “It’s not what you see, it’s what He said." Carl Kennedy is on the show today to talk about how faith in what you can’t see visually, namely: God’s word, got him to where he is now as an actor, coach, and poet. We discuss Carl’s story, money and what makes someone rich, what it’s…

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  6. #cuppajen - Loss of a Dream with Taylor Hooge

    This episode hits differently after #mentalhealthawarenessweek as well as the passing of Mother's Day. Our guest is hairstylist and entrepreneur Taylor Hooge. She shares with us what she loves most about hair as well as some thwarted dreams surrounding motherhood that happened while launching her...

  7. #cuppajen - Insecurities in the Artist's Way with Charlotte Denton

    Hi Friends! This week's episode features actor, model, and producer Charlotte Denton! We talk about being "good enough" and honest with ourselves about the insecurities we feel, while also being intentional about rewriting our thought patterns with truth and seeking peace! We also discover that…

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  8. #cuppajen - Creative Rebirth with Mariam Barry

    Hi everyone, and welcome back to #cuppajen in 2020! I took a few months off at the start of this year to rest and revamp the podcast to make sure we entered this decade feeling strong! Funny enough, the COVID19 pandemic happened, and everything shifted. My fellow creative Mariam Barry joins the...

  9. #cuppajen ep. 12 - Give it a rest...

    I used to believe that if I took time to rest then I would be considered lazy... but where did I learn that? If you’re anything like me... you’re driven, you have dreams and goals and want to pursue them to your fullest. You need to recharge or you’re going to burnout (you probably already have)...

  10. #cuppajen ep. 11 - When your plans get ruined & you're a toddler about it.

    Hi friends! Welcome back to the podcast! Have you ever felt like you had a specific idea for what your life & career were going to look like? Have you ever been wrong? Have you ever felt like that the line between persistent and insane was getting thin? That's what I work through in this week's...

  11. #cuppajen ep. 10 - The Wyminga Sisters: Barkerville, Inadequacy, and the ups and downs of Producing!

    Sisters Shelby and Joelle Wyminga are on this weeks episode to chat about starting their own production company called Far From the Tree Productions. We talk about what makes us feel like failures, how important self care is, owning our choices, and what it’s like to grow up as a pastors kid in...

  12. #cuppajen ep. 9 - Creative blocks & not thinking about the Smarties!

    Hi friends, I remember once hearing a rumor that Paul McCartney has never had writers block... well, truth be told, most of us creatives have had a creative block at least once, and I think it's okay to be open about that! There are many ways to unlock the creative parts of our brain its simply a...

  13. #cuppajen ep.8 - Bravery & Making it through our preparation seasons with Jordan Rendle

    Hi friends and welcome to episode 8 of #cuppajen :) My friend Jordan Rendle joins us this week on the podcast and we talk about how we met, our shared journeys in acting & rejection, and finally how to reframe our "downtime" as "preparation seasons." We both agree that if you are going to make…

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  14. #cuppajen ep. 7 - Emotional Intelligence & turning dreaming into doing with Cathy Christen!

    This week on #cuppajen I have the pleasure of getting to speak with coach and writer Cathy Christen! We talk about being dreamers and what it takes to turn those dreams into reality. From maintaining healthy habits and routines, to overcoming adversity, to the impact our environments (internal &...

  15. #cuppajen ep. 6 - Tunji Taylor-Lewis, blocking the noise & saying yes!

    This week on #cuppajen we are joined by the wonderful Tunji Taylor-Lewis, my fellow actor/entertainer and friend. We talk social media, experiences with rejection, and how the art of "saying yes" in improv can translate to saying yes for our business strategy. We also touch on sifting through…

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  16. #cuppajen ep. 5 - Progress over Perfection

    Hi everyone! First time here? Welcome to #cuppajen - the podcast! We chat about all things to do with our dreams and share what we are learning over a cup of tea/coffee/hot chocolate -- whatever you'd like! Are you a dreamer too? Join me this week as we chat about the toxicity of trying to be...

  17. #cuppajen ep. 4 - Discouragement part 2: reaching out & managing fear with action

    Hi friends! Glad you're here! This #cuppajen is actually a follow up podcast to episode 2: part 1 where I talked about discouragement. In part 2, I talk about my journey with coming to terms with my emotions, reaching out to mentors & friends, and having a good look at my fears! I hope that…

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  18. #cuppajen ep. 3 - When your Irish friends come for a cuppa tea!

    Hi friends! Hope you've felt encouraged by the podcast so far! This week on #cuppajen we are chatting with guests Jaclyn and Ciaran Delaney, siblings that I first met online and then again whilst traveling in Ireland! We talk through names, Irish vs. Canadian accents, and our experiences with...

  19. #cuppajen ep. 2 - Discouragement part 1: when you feel like you've knocked on all the doors

    Hey everyone and welcome back to #cuppajen, thanks for joining me! This week I talk about my experiences with feeling stuck, and discouraged. This is only part 1 so keep an eye open for part 2! There’s so much to say in terms of discouragement but I hope you know that at the very least you are…

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  20. #cuppajen ep.1 - introductions, friendship & asking for what you want!

    Hey everyone and welcome to #cuppajen, thanks for joining me! I am brand new to the podcast game, but please come hang out and listen in with a cuppa coffee or tea. I am in a year of absolute growth in my journey of pursuing my dream to become an actor/musician. Maybe you're a dreamer with goals...

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

An aspiring artists podcast for Christian creatives!

HOSTED BY

Jenessa Galbraith

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An aspiring artists podcast for Christian creatives!

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Cuppa Jen is created and hosted by Jenessa Galbraith.
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