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The Creative Brew

by Quantal Langford

Providing inspiration, insights, and tips on your creative and entrepreneurial journey over a cup of coffee, tea or beer.

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Episodes

  1. 266. Create, Renew and Heal with MWA

    This episode we bring on Blanca Lucia Bergman, founder of Mental Wellness for Artists (MWA) a San Diego based organization that connects local creatives with mental health resources, support groups, and community events. We share her story and why she created MWA. We talk about mental health and...

  2. 265. Catch your big break with Joe Hollywood

    This episode we bring on Joe Hollywood. Joe is one of the most fascinating personalities in the sports-card collecting world right now. He hosts legendary 24+ hour livestream “card break” marathons on Whatnot for an audience of thousands of collectors, hunting for iconic rookie cards and creating…

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  3. TBT. Life is your Mosaic with Luz Thompson

    This throwback episode I share the episode of Luz Helena Thompson. A creative residing in Oceanside, Ca. I met her at recent fundraiser at Studio Ace arts and instantly connected. Aside from being a glass mosaic artist. She’s a military vet, mother, art teacher with Path with Art, art therapy for...

  4. 264. Never Compromise with Josh Sprague

    This episode we bring on Josh Sprague. A fellow entrepreneur that has centered his businesses and his passion around building things from his frustrations. Wanting to build a better product for the interests and things he’s passionate about is how he started Seven Clay and Orange Mud. We share...

  5. Out of Bounds with Farah Mudher

    This Out of Bound series of the Creative Brew we have a recent member of Palomar Wrestling women's team Farah Mudher. Sharing her story and her success and challenges as a female wrestling coach. A great conversation she tells her experience as a wrestler at Palomar College and how that's changed...

  6. 263. My POV on A.I.

    This episode we are talking about the elephant in the room. A.I. for all of its inherent potential we are also a seeing a massive disruption not only in the creative industry, but in every other facet of life. This episode I share my thoughts from the context of a practicing brand designer and...

  7. Never grow Old with Abby Matthews

    This episode we bring on an old friend of mine Abby Mathews. Author of the new kids book A Little Trouble goes a long way. We were also in the same art classes in high school, so it’s always cool seeing what quest my art friends go down. She’s also a community manager with Dabble Writer's...

  8. 261. BE THE AUTHORITY WITH CHRISTINE BLOSDALE

    Christine Blosdale is an award-winning media personality, five-time #1 bestselling author, and Expert Authority Coach™ who helps entrepreneurs, creators, and thought leaders get seen, trusted, and paid for what they know. With over 25 years in broadcasting, branding, and business growth…

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  9. 260. Don't put Possibility in a Box with Preston Zeller

    Entrepreneur Preston Zeller runs the startup media company Zellerhaus, focused on building community, and human-centered innovation. He also has a documentary called the Art of Grieving, that’s streaming on Amazon, based on his art therapy journey into his own self-healing. He’s also the creator…

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  10. TBT. Work with what you got

    Throwback episode and inspirational rant and a reminder for you to work with what life has given you. You have a vast array of creative skills, talents and gifts. Be courageous enough to use it. And remember what you don't use you lose.

  11. 259. Jermaine Ee I Founder of Heirlight

    We bring on Jermaine Ee, a migrant kid that’s been in the start-up space for some years. After the abrupt passing of his mom, he built the app Heirlight, focused on giving the resources and tools to help people on the road to start to build wills and trusts. With a network of lawyers for select...

  12. 258. Leon Dawes

    We sit back down with my friend and creator Leon Dawes, a comic book creator, fashion designer and model. We chat about a new upcoming issue of his comic series, a new game based from his series that’s on Steam, and a new fashion line as well. It’s always good to chat and see what he’s up to and...

  13. TBT. Disrupt Convention with Micah North

    On this episode we bring on the president of Resonant Sciences and fellow high school alumni member Micah North. We talk about his origin story, how he and a group of the individuals came together and build Resonant Sciences, a leader in aerospace communications, with their main headquarters…

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  14. Persevere and Breakthrough with Carolyn Brown

    This episode we bring on Carolyn Brown, a former teacher and athlete, she’s turned her love of recreation and connection into Outer Limits Adventure Park located in the Pittsburgh area. Built on great customer service and a family atmosphere, they have created a unique experience that you don’t…

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  15. Nothing works until you do

    On this motivational short audio only episode we are talking about applied faith. That nothing in your life will change until you make the decision. If it’s working on that next creative project, building a business or nurturing relationships. If you put your own faith in yourself, life can do…

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  16. Control your Environment with Talor Stewart

    On this episode I bring on Talor Stewart. He’s is an award-winning architect and the author of Conscious Home Design. Over the past 20 years, he has developed the Conscious Home Design philosophy and system. In the book, he illustrates the principles in easy-to-understand ideas anyone can use to...

  17. 2 Steps Forward-1 Step Back I Giving you the three P's in your Journey

    On this episode I share a story, using athletics and creativity to provide you with a cool lesson. Learning that Consistency also means taking a step back to see the entire image, gain perspective and feedback-then progress forward. In this episode I give you 3 P’s that will help you on your...

  18. TCB-253-Go Within with Dr. E

    On this episode I share the store of Eman’on Wanderer, the author of two books, a health + wellness educator with a Ph.D. in Human Services specializing in Mental Health. He’s also the founder of MenHeal, a nonprofit dedicated to holistic health and community empowerment for men. We first met in...

  19. TCB-252-Trust your Timing

    On this episode I share some insights taken from my grandad. He used to make these community gardens during the summers, and I would always be one of his little helpers. Over those summers he taught me some important lessons that has be instilled in my DNA. Understanding that all great things…

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  20. TBT. 3 Ways to Levearage your Art

    On a past episode I use an important concept in wrestling and martial arts and how it could help your creative practice. How to create one thing and finding ways of leveraging that piece across multiple channels potentially finding new clients, revenue and opportunities. There’s a multitude of…

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  21. 251. Disrupt Convention with Micah North

    On this episode we bring on the president of Resonant Sciences and fellow high school alumni member Micah North. We talk about his origin story, how he and a group of the individuals came together and build Resonant Sciences, a leader in aerospace communications, with their main headquarters…

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  22. 250. What have I learned after 250 episodes

    This is a special 250th episode of the Creative Brew. I went back to the past episodes and I share some creative tips shared and things that I implement in my business, life and creative journey. Recorded live at Sands Coffee Roasters in Oceanside, Ca. I would love if you ranked this podcast…

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  23. TBT. Change the Script

    This throwback episode we bring Albert Bramante on the show, he’s coached actors to land major roles, mentored students to succeed professionally, and worked with educators to enhance their impact. My approach blends psychology, performance strategy, and even technology—like AI tools such as...

  24. TBT-Beauty in Imperfections

    This episode was from a conversation with the owner of Sands Coffee Roasters, a new coffeeshop in Oceanside. As we were chatting he was telling me the story of how his make shift coffee trailer came to be. A labor of love, he showed me all the edges where he put things together, he didn’t say it...

  25. OUT OF BOUNDS with Kate Colman

    On this Out of Bounds episode I bring back past guest business consultant and coach Kate Volman. This time we go Out of Bounds-talking about potential parallel realities, finding your tribe, creativity among other topics. Some cool insights and conversations, recorded at Sands Coffee Roasters in...

  26. 249. Olivia Shore

    We bring on the 2x Women’s Wrestling Collegiate National Champ Olivia Shore on the show. She share’s her origin story along with the trials and challenges of anyone looking to pursue great things. We talk about wrestling, coaching and why it’s so important to have fun and creativity in practices....

  27. 248. Put it on Paper

    My thoughts on creativity, giving yourself the space to put things down on paper. Any big ideas, worries, challenges-oftentimes just putting everything out for you to see gives you the confidence to take that step forward. What we leave in our mind can magnify exponentially. I’ve become a keeper…

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  28. TBT. Normalize Hard

    Throwback episode we we talking about normalizing the hard things in life. Doing the things you don't want to do, but need to do in your creative practice, career, relationship or your own life. The next level of your life could be in the discipline and daily routine. Brought to you by Baba…

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  29. 247. ENJOY THE JOURNEY WITH JAY MONTERO

    This episode we bring back good friend and comic creator Jay Montero as we chat about some new things with Broken Reality Comics and his flagship title The Alpha. We mix this in with understanding and enjoying the journey, how his fitness regimen impacts his creative work, future things in the...

  30. 246. You need some Press with Taiisha Bradley

    This episode we bring on PR speciailst Taiisha Bradley. She talks about her origin story and how she got into Public Relations. Being around entertainers she has a funny story about James Brown, how she became a natural connector and turning that into a career. In the video episode she shares her...

  31. 245. Change the Script with Albert Bramante

    This episode we bring Albert Bramante on the show, he’s coached actors to land major roles, mentored students to succeed professionally, and worked with educators to enhance their impact. My approach blends psychology, performance strategy, and even technology—like AI tools such as ChatGPT and...

  32. 244. 3 Ways to Levearage your Art

    This episode I use an important concept in wrestling and martial arts and how it could help your creative practice. How to create one thing and finding ways of leveraging that piece across multiple channels potentially finding new clients, revenue and opportunities. There’s a multitude of ways to...

  33. 243. HOW TO REBUILD YOURSELF WITH CISKOE ORTEGA

    This episode we visit Camp Coffee in Oceanside, California, to chat with Ciskoe Ortega. A man, formerly incarcerated, now finding ways of spreading my love, wisdom and positivity. A regular fitness junkie, he’s done bodybuilding competitions through the help of The Gym, in Vista Ca. Doing…

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  34. 242. IT TAKES COURAGE WITH KALEB KNOWLES

    This episode we have military vet now turned artist Kaleb Knowles, based in the Chattanooga, TN. Area. He combines color, emotional depth with nature to create pieces that his audience clamors for. But it didn’t start out like this at all, matter of fact this self-trained artist just started with...

  35. OUT OF BOUNDS I EPISODE 5

    On this Out of Bounds episode I bring back on brand strategist/designer/coach and lover of comics and sci-fi Ian McEwen. We talk about comics, brand identity, sci-fi, and sports. You can follow Ian McEwen on IG @thetruthquarry SHARE, SUBSCRIBE, COMMENT AVAILABLE ON SPOTIFY, SOUNDCLOUD, APPLE...

  36. TBT. Make your dreams worth it with Good Soil Theatre

    On this throwback Tuesday episode we share the journey of Emma Witz, the founder of Good Soil Theatre, based in Cleveland, TN. They are provide live theatre experiences in the city. Utilizing unactivated buildings and spaces they are using the arts to create unique interactive and dynamic...

  37. 241. Play over the End Result

    This episode is inspired by my niece and nephew. To aspiring and young creators. As much as I continue to show them, I’m relearning just as much from them. Observing how they each perceive the world, how they create, how they formulate ideas. Not really caring about the end result, just being in...

  38. 240. FOLLOW YOUR WEIRDNESS WITH KELLY KING

    This episode we bring on Kelli King, the owner of Goblin Shark Emporium, Oceanside’s Weirdest Gift Shop, a world of vintage clothes, art and merchandise from a variety of local vendors and brands. Monthly art exhibitions, sip and craft events. Kelli shares her story from being continually let go…

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  39. OUT OF BOUNDS SERIES I IAN MCEWEN

    On this Out of Bounds episode I bring back on brand strategist/designer/coach and lover of comics and sci-fi Ian McEwen. We talk about comics, brand identity, sci-fi, and sports. You can follow Ian McEwen on IG @thetruthquarry SHARE, SUBSCRIBE, COMMENT AVAILABLE ON SPOTIFY, SOUNDCLOUD, APPLE...

  40. 239. NORMALIZE HARD

    The context of this episode was taken from a talk after one of my team practices. For my creatives, athletes and entrepreneurs we have to become friends with hard things. The things necessary for us to show up fully everyday in whatever capacity you’re currently in. Become friends with the things...

  41. TBT. What lights your Heart with Sierra Marin

    On this episode with talk with talk with musical luminary Sierra Marin on her journey from embracing the dark moments in her life, to a pivotal moment that pushed her towards music that empowers and uplifts humanity. Sierra shares some inspiration, creative tips and words of wisdom for our...

  42. 238. WORK WITH WHAT YOU GOT

    The context of this episode was taken from a recent watching of Bob Ross: The Joy of Painting. Even after his passing he’s still sharing nuggets of wisdom. While he was painting one of his incredible landscapes he alluded to “work with the materials that you got.” Use the canvas, paints, brushes,...

  43. OUT OF BOUNDS SERIES with Coach Tim Box

    On this Out of Bounds episode I bring on Coach Tim Box, head coach of Palomar mens and women’s wrestling teams and the head coach of the Senior USA Beach Wrestling team. We chat about wrestling, developing wrestlers, with a mix of sci-fi, comic books and other conversations, with coffee from Baba...

  44. 237. GRATITUDE & ACCEPTANCE

    This was a previous recording after a practice that I coach. We talked about the importance of gratitude and learning to accept where you are right now. Find the lessons. Get the feedback and keep getting better. I love using this sport as a metaphor for life and I hope this inspirational blast...

  45. 236. MAKE YOUR DREAMS WORTH IT WITH GOOD SOIL THEATRE

    On this episode we share the journey of Emma Witz, the founder of Good Soil Theatre, based in Cleveland, TN. They are provide live theatre experiences in the city. Utilizing unactivated buildings and spaces they are using the arts to create unique interactive and dynamic experiences for…

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  46. 235. What lights your heart with Sierra Marin

    On this episode with talk with talk with musical luminary Sierra Marin on her journey from embracing the dark moments in her life, to a pivotal moment that pushed her towards music that empowers and uplifts humanity. Sierra shares some inspiration, creative tips and words of wisdom for our...

  47. OUT OF BOUNDS SERIES I Derek Caldwell with CWA

    On this Out of Bounds episode I chat with Derek Caldwell the founder/commissioner of Championship Wrestling Association, The Championship Wrestling Association is the premier professional folkstyle wrestling league in North America. We are creating opportunity for the American people to watch…

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  48. OUT OF BOUNDS SERIES with Rich Dalton

    In this Out of Bounds series of the Creative Brew we share stories with Rich Dalton, a former wrestler and now black belt karate teacher at Champion Eyes in Oceanside, Ca. We talk about a variety of subjects from wrestling, mentorship, to drones and UAPs flying around. This is Out of Bounds. You...

  49. 234. Wrestling And Mat Clash Card Game

    This is from a previously released episode on the BMoneyBeastin Podcast. We talked about the sport of wrestling, my career and the Mat Clash card game that we co-created together. Great conversation and I hope you take something from it. If you want to get the new card game you can shop online...

  50. 233. Creating Connections with New Horizon Coffee

    On this episode with talk with Rosie Luciano, a criminal justice and social work graduate, and found out that there were limited resources for helping people that’s been in human trafficking to build a life of their own. As the founder of New Horizon Coffee based out of the Dallas, Texas area…

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Providing inspiration, insights, and tips on your creative and entrepreneurial journey over a cup of coffee, tea or beer.

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Quantal Langford

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