Coffee And Creatives Pod

In this episode, I sit down with Anika & Carson to unpack what it really looks like to build a creative business as a couple—inside one of the most demanding industries out there: weddings.From taking the leap into full-time work together to navigating creative differences, burnout, and business pressure, this conversation goes beyond the highlight reel. We dive into how they built a brand that reflects both of them, what actually drives client experience, and the lessons that shaped their partnership along the way.

In this episode, I sit down with James Toonk to go beyond the surface of coffee—what it really looks like to start, build, and sustain a café through the highs, lows, and shifting seasons of life.We also step into the wedding industry, unpacking the tension between trends and authenticity, the reality of building something that lasts, and what it takes to stay true to your vision while still evolving and creating something new.This is a conversation about craft, risk, and the decisions no one talks about—on both sides of the industry.

In this episode, I sit down with Colin Maltby to talk about rest in the creative process. In a culture that constantly pushes creatives to produce more and move faster, burnout has become incredibly common.We discuss hustle culture, the pressure creatives face in both the industry and the church, and why rest may actually be one of the most important parts of sustaining creativity long-term.If you’ve ever felt the pressure to always be creating, this conversation is for you.

In this episode of Coffee And Creatives, I sit down with the band Livingroom to talk about the surprising role conflict can play in the creative process. We discuss how the band first came together, what their songwriting process looks like, and how creative disagreements can sometimes lead to stronger songs.The conversation also dives into the stories behind their music, how performing a song live changes its meaning, and the lessons they’ve learned about collaboration while working together as a band. If you’re a musician, creative, or someone who works on collaborative projects, this episode offers an honest look at turning creative tension into something meaningful.

Is AI killing creativity — or pushing it to evolve?In this episode of Coffee and Creatives, I sit down with Blake Rice to talk about how AI, new tools, and shifting tech are reshaping creative work. We get into authenticity, burnout, audience pressure, and whether creatives are becoming too reliant on software.

In this episode of Coffee & Creatives, Julie Baxter shares her journey from picking up a camera for the first time to building a sustainable career in wedding photography. We talk about going full-time, navigating industry changes, relocating her business, balancing creativity with client expectations, and the lessons she’s learned along the way.Whether you’re an aspiring photographer or a creative considering the leap to full-time, this conversation offers honest insight, practical wisdom, and encouragement from someone who’s lived it.

What if music could do more than inspire—what if it could actually heal?In this episode, I sit down with guest Jackie Fast to explore how sound impacts the brain, emotions, and mental health. We unpack what music therapy really is, what happens in a session, and why music has such a powerful ability to help people process, regulate, and heal. From creativity and improvisation to stress, burnout, and the future of therapy, this conversation reveals the science and soul behind music as medicine.