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If you feel a deep calling but are absolutely terrified to switch careers, this is for you.
Mark Shiiba was working on nuclear reactors aboard an aircraft carrier when he made the bold decision to leave the Navy and share his music with the world. I discovered him on Season 26 of The Voice, fell in love with his music, and immediately noted his old soul. I had to bring him on to talk about all things spirituality, creativity, and what it means to make the bold, friggin' choice to lean all the way in.
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TOPICS FROM THIS EPISODE:
Self-mastery vs. flow and creativityNavigating next steps when you don’t have an exampleLeaning into the work (no one is coming to save you)Balancing writing for your audience vs. yourself (they keep you honest)Morality and the pursuit of your dreamsCONNECT WITH MARK SHIIBA
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/markshiibamusicWebsite: https://markshiiba.com/CONNECT WITH HEATHER:
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Can you rediscover a relationship with God through your creative work? Maybe even find a community of people who are truly tapped in? After leaving the church, I discovered a deeper level of faith and connection through the creative process…and I want to share that with you, especially if you’ve been feeling a little lost when it comes to connecting with God outside the institution.
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TOPICS FROM THIS EPISODE:
The connection between creativity and spiritualityIs God the muse?Can you find “church” through a creative community?CONNECT WITH HEATHER:
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Reconstructing your faith can be tricky. It can take years to unravel what was indoctrinated into you and it can be scary leaning back into the Christian world when the God that the American church follows isn’t the God you know.
Meet Jeremy Alder. His online series Christians Who Don’t Suck is completely blowing up. As an ex-evangelical, homeschooled preacher, he’s now sharing unconventional messages of hope in some unlikely places. Jeremy joins us to talk about the tension between faith and doubt, the weight of deconstruction, and the unexpected role humor plays in making sense of it all.
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TOPICS FROM THIS EPISODE:
Finding calling post-religionHow to stay hopeful—not closed off or bitterReturning to church with a new lens (and a political act)CONNECT WITH JEREMY ALDER:
Almost a Grown Man: https://open.spotify.com/album/0PC4B1O1eELKEAXSn3hDrbWebsite: https://www.jeremyalder.comInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/jeremy.alderCONNECT WITH HEATHER:
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Worried about offending others? Conditioned to be offended yourself? I’ve got a story, a confession, and a few challenging thoughts. The truth doesn’t need protection…it doesn’t flinch when questioned.
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TOPICS FROM THIS EPISODE:
Why suppression creates explosive reactionsThe link between control and fearHow staying curious can actually strengthen your faithCONNECT WITH HEATHER:
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The thing that made you weird as a kid makes you great today. James Victore, graphic designer, art educator, and in-demand speaker on creativity joins us to flip the script on what society calls “weird” and walk us through how to leverage what sets us apart as our greatest creative gift. So let me ask you… What made you weird as a kid?
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TOPICS FROM THIS EPISODE:
Leveraging your weird (even if it used to get you in trouble)Dealing with criticism from the people you love mostFinding your true voice vs. the one planted in you by othersCONNECT WITH JAMES VICTORE:
Buy Hey Weirdo: https://yourworkisagift.myshopify.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamesvictore/CONNECT WITH HEATHER:
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If you have ever asked yourself as a creator, “Is anyone even listening?” This is for you.
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TOPICS FROM THIS EPISODE:
A personal story when I almost quitCreating to express vs. creating to be heardChasing attention vs. creating for connectionCONNECT WITH HEATHER:
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Today you're going to learn why discipline might be the reason you're failing at your goals. Craig Ballantyne, known as the world's most disciplined man, is here to tell us the truth—and it's not what you would expect. We're pulling back the curtain on the dark side of discipline, the side that no one in the multi-million dollar self-help industry wants to admit.
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TOPICS FROM THIS EPISODE:
How to know if you’re pushing yourself for the right reasons (or just avoiding something deeper)Why chasing “challenges” can distract you from what truly matters long-term.Is going “all in” really necessary for people wired for intensity?CONNECT WITH CRAIG BALLANTYNE:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realcraigballantyne/ Buy the Book: https://amzn.to/4izWOX0CONNECT WITH HEATHER:
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In today’s episode, I’m sharing an embarrassing story and what a horrible experience taught me about humanity and our role as creators.
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Content is changing…but are we losing our soul in the process? Tony Berardo, founder of a content agency and host of the podcast Humanity and Hashtags, joins us to explore how to keep content meaningful, how user-generated media is evolving, and why AI might actually force us to become more human.
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TOPICS FROM THIS EPISODE:
The shift from influencer content to soul-led storytellingWhat makes UGC (User Generated Content) work (and when it falls flat)The case for slow, sustainable creative careersCONNECT WITH TONY BERARDO:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theberardoPodcast: Humanity and Hashtags: https://pod.link/1421224989Human Dad: https://humandad.com/CONNECT WITH HEATHER:
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Gabrielle Reyes is known as the Singing Vegan Chef. Her videos are fun, her voice is soulful, and her message? Unapologetically rooted in joy, healing, and spirit. But what’s really going on behind the music and colorful meals?
In this episode, Gabrielle shares her journey from battling disordered eating to discovering the power of food, God, and creativity. From the moment she started singing about “coco peanut butter balls,” it was clear: her work isn’t just about recipes—it’s about waking people up.
If you’ve ever wrestled with the tension between being visible and being humble, felt spiritually disconnected while building your online brand, or wondered whether what you eat could actually affect your connection to Source—this episode is for you.
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TOPICS FROM THIS EPISODE:
Wanting to be on camera: Is it selfish… or is it sacred?Staying spiritually awake in digital spacesThe connection between food and God: How what you eat affects your connectionCONNECT WITH GABRIEL REYES:
Website: https://onegreatvegan.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/onegreatvegan/CONNECT WITH HEATHER:
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Today you're going to learn how to take all of your passions, the things that you love and create a cohesive, badass brand. Ace Anderson has done this not just for himself, but dozens of other creatives, including his wife who now performs as a singing vegan chef. Ace says that order for all of this to work though, there's something you have to stay ready for…
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TOPICS FROM THIS EPISODE:
How to combine multiple creative passions into one brandWhat to ask yourself when your talents feel disconnectedThe one thing you must always be prepared for if you want more opportunitiesCONNECT WITH ACE ANDERSON:
Website: https://aceofalltrades.xyz/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aceshotthat/CONNECT WITH HEATHER:
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Why are we telling young people they can’t focus? What if there’s something else to blame?
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IN THIS EPISODE:
Why blaming short attention spans is a cop-out for bad contentWhat longer-form trends reveal about real human desireHow creators can stop chasing hacks and start creating from truthCONNECT WITH HEATHER:
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Have you dismissed the possibility of getting sponsors or brand deals because your brand is “too small”?
Think again.
Even if you don’t have a massive following, you can be making money.
Today I connected with Justin Moore, founder of Creator Wizard. As a sponsorship coach, he’s helped creators generate over $5 million in brand deals.
In his book Sponsor Magnet, Justin breaks down why brands sometimes pay smaller creators more than bigger ones, the biggest mistakes creators make when pitching to brands, and how to articulate the unique value of your audience—beyond follower count and views.
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TOPICS FROM THIS EPISODE:
How to get clear on your “surprising transformational promise”Detaching your value from follower countThe real reasons brands ghost you after you give a priceCONNECT WITH JUSTIN MOORE:
Order the Book: https://www.sponsormagnet.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/creatorwizard/CONNECT WITH HEATHER:
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Today, we’re talking about how embracing your flaws can build more connection and why audiences root harder for the anti-hero.
TOPICS COVERED IN THIS EPISODE:
Why you might not want to paint yourself in the best lightThe anti-hero framework and how to use it in your own storyHow to share vulnerability without oversharingEPISODES MENTIONED:
Attention Marketing for Creative Entrepreneurs | with Adam Ivy | Episode 42 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GOuNxNhepKI&t=7sThe Storytelling Process: Deep Dive with Screenwriter & Director Steven Bernstein | Episode 32 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TsSk_k8dMgk&t=24sHow to Tell Better Stories | Veteran TV Writer | with Michael Jamin | Episode 52 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KSDEAS-StzQ&t=15sCONNECT WITH HEATHER:
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Creativity and business can often feel like two opposing forces, one requires flow and emotion, while the other demands strategy and structure. But to move forward with your creative work, you have to think like a producer.
Today, I connected with Tara Mewis, the President of Honey Cut Studios, a creative agency known for its innovative storytelling. Tara has written, filmed, and produced content for nearly 20 years. In this conversation, she shares how she’s learned to balance creative vision with leadership, why you need to practice embarrassment, and the key mental shift that helps creatives finish what they start and get projects across the finish line.
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TOPICS FROM THIS EPISODE:
Balancing rhythm and consistency with risk and uncertaintyAdvice for creatives who want to get more projects across the finish lineHow to stay grounded when your to-do list never endsCONNECT WITH TARA MEWIS:
Website: https://honeycutstudios.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tarayolanmewisvideoCONNECT WITH HEATHER:
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Today, we’re talking about why outsourcing your content might be destroying it.
TOPICS COVERED IN THIS EPISODE:
The biggest mistake business owners make when outsourcing contentHow top creators stay involved in their content (and why it matters)A practical way to balance authenticity and delegation in your businessEPISODES MENTIONED:
Nicky Saunders – Why overthinking kills creativity and how to simplify your content strategy.Will Reynolds – How content can truly impact people and why showing up authentically makes a difference.Adam Ivy – Why business owners should be as passionate about their work as street evangelists.REFERENCED CLIPS
Joel Byers (Hot Breath Podcast)Gary Vaynerchuk InterviewLindsey Stirling Live StreamCONNECT WITH HEATHER:
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How many times would you let the world tell you no before you gave up on your dream? After submitting his manuscript to 147 agents and being rejected 147 times, today's guest not only learned how to publish his books himself but also sold 300,000 of them.
In this episode, I sit down with Ty Allan Jackson, an award-winning children's author, literacy advocate, and dynamic speaker who has dedicated his life to inspiring young readers and educating adults on the transformative power of literacy. Ty's journey into the world of children's literature began unexpectedly, leading him to become a prominent figure in promoting reading among youth.
In this conversation, you'll hear Ty’s tactical advice on getting your work into the hands of the right people, how to mentally move past rejection and use it as a driving force, and why he believes that adventure is always on the other side of risk.
TOPICS FROM THIS EPISODE:
Ty's approach to independently selling over 300,000 copies of his booksHis mindset around resilience and riskHow he gained over 150,000 followers in the past year and a halfWATCH EPISODES ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/heatherparady
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Website: https://tyallanjackson.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ty_allan_jackson/CONNECT WITH HEATHER:
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A listener recently asked how I personally apply creative constraints in my short-form content. Here is my answer along with a lesson from Project Runway.
TOPICS FROM THIS EPISODE:
Creative lesson from Project RunwayThe specific constraints I use in my Reels How you can use constraints to make better contentWATCH EPISODES ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/heatherparady
EPISODES MENTIONED:
How to Beat Overwhelm (Secrets from Creative Professionals) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_XlIIYf61ZIMake Better Short From Videos by Doing THIS | Bea Chu | Episode 37 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=omfyhAGVmtY&t=2sHow to Produce Better Content as a One-Man Show | George Sidiropoulos | Episode 11 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oGBRZHeyFHo&t=17sImprove Your Short Form Video by Doing This | Brendan Kane | Episode 8 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wiC8GU_ycmw&t=129sOvercoming BURNOUT and Finding the HEART of the Story | Filmmaker Carlos Andres Cuervo | Episode 27 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3AA_xw0M3ic&t=1830sCONNECT WITH HEATHER:
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When Ken Pozek started his YouTube channel, he wasn’t trying to build a media company, he was just looking for new ways to get leads. But after posting 100 videos in 100 days, everything changed…
Now, Pozek Group is a full-scale, media-powered real estate business, closing millions in sales and shaping the future of Orlando’s market. But Ken’s success wasn’t just about making more content, it was about telling better stories, leveraging analytics, and staying in the game when there was no immediate ROI. In this conversation, you’ll hear not only his tactical strategy for growing social channels but also his mindset on pushing the envelope and truly being unconventional.
TOPICS FROM THIS EPISODE:
Scaling content without losing creativity and how he developed his editing and visual storytelling styleWhat he learned from facing “a million no’s” before getting a yes (including how he landed a video inside Shaquille O’Neal’s mansion)Why some content works—and some flops plus his Monday morning review process for analyzing performanceWATCH EPISODES ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/heatherparady
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Website: https://www.pozek.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kenpozek/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@kenpozekCONNECT WITH HEATHER:
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Putting your art out into the world can feel like you are standing in front of everyone you know completely butt naked. In this episode, we explore why taking risks feels so vulnerable and how to move past the fear of being seen.
EPISODES MENTIONED:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u4v-uRjowKg&t=35shttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YhB1oT_MGag&t=1069sTOPICS FROM THIS EPISODE:
How ego can block opportunitiesOvercoming fear by focusing on missionWhy your work isn’t meant for everyoneCONNECT WITH HEATHER:
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