noseyAF: Conversations about Art, Activism, and Social Change

Thank you for listening to noseyAF! So happy to have your ears!Join the noseyAF Dispatch 📬At the end of the month, your inbox gets a little happier all the month's noseyAF episodes sent straight to you.Ep. 116: Detroit WiFi Energy: Building 31 Days of Black BusinessSummaryI'm checking in from Detroit with a little voice note from the middle of things.In this episode, I share an update on 31 Days of Black Business, the audio series I'm producing for Black Business Month featuring Black entrepreneurs from around the world. We talk about what it's like to build a large creative project as a team of one, what I've learned from interviewing business owners, and how a power outage, scheduling hiccups, and a trip to Detroit have all become part of the process.I also share reflections from the MDW Summit, where artists, organizers, and cultural workers from across the Midwest gathered to exchange ideas, build community, and imagine what's next.If you've ever wondered what happens behind the scenes of a creative project—or what it looks like to keep going when life keeps life-ing—this one's for you.What We Talk About:An update on 31 Days of Black BusinessProducing, scheduling, editing, and fundraising as a one-person teamHow Threads unexpectedly helped me find participantsLessons from the MDW Summit in DetroitMy ongoing Prom Season photography projectPower outages, missed interviews, and creative problem-solvingWhy marketing your work matters just as much as making itThings We Mentioned:31 Days of Black BusinessMDW Summit (Midwest artist convening)ThreadsBlack Business MonthSponsor Shoutout 💖Interested in sponsoring 31 Days of Black Business?I'm currently looking for sponsors who want to connect with a community of artists, entrepreneurs, and curious listeners. Reach out if you'd like to learn more.noseyaf.com/31dayspartnerMore Ways to ConnectEmail: stephanie@missgraham.comSubscribe to the noseyAF DispatchCheck out my workFollow me on Instagram @stephaniegrahamListen to more episodesSupport & FeedbacknoseyAF is listener-supported—thank you for being here. 💛⭐ Rate & Review the Show — it gives the show street cred and helps new listeners find the show.📣 Share noseyAF with a friend who needs to hear this.Episode CreditsProduced, Hosted, and Edited by Me, Stephanie Graham (teaching myself audio editing!)Lyrics: Queen LexInstrumental: Freddie Bam FamCover Art: Emma McGoldrick

Thank you for listening to noseyAF! So happy to have your ears!This Conversation was recorded live for Lumpen RadioEp #104: Joe Schupbach: Care Is the CurriculumSUMMARYWhat does care really look like — beyond Valentine's Day chocolates and heart-shaped cards? In this episode of noseyAF, Stephanie Graham sits down with Joe Schupbach, a mission-driven educator, theater maker, and instructional coach with over two decades of experience in public education, nonprofits, and community-centered theater. Together they explore care as a daily practice: in classrooms, in collaborative creative spaces, in our neighborhoods, and in ourselves.Joe shares how he stumbled into creative leadership, what trauma-informed teaching really means in practice, and why experiential learning matters more than ever in today's schools. The conversation moves through faith and identity, the joys of cooking as connection, and ends with a rallying call to get nosy about your local schools — and to support live, in-person art.WHAT WE GET INTO 💬You know when a conversation just goes everywhere in the best way? That's this one. Here's a taste of what Joe and Steph cover:00:26 — Introduction to noseyAF01:15 — Care as a daily ritual: not just something you perform on Valentine's Day, but how it shows up in classrooms, rehearsal rooms, and community spaces every single day08:35 — How Joe accidentally fell into creative leadership — starting as a teaching artist right out of college and slowly becoming the person leading the room18:06 — What trauma-informed teaching actually looks like on the ground, and why instructional coaches like Joe are changing the game in Chicago high schools27:02 — Art-making during and after COVID-19 — how the pandemic forced a reckoning with what live, communal performance means and why it still matters32:29 — Faith, identity, and how the personal bleeds into the professional for educators and artists alike41:43 — Cooking as a love language: a genuinely delightful tangent about how preparing food for people is one of the most caring acts you can do53:11 — How non-parents and non-teachers can meaningfully support local educators — including the surprisingly powerful role of Local School Councils (LSCs)THINGS WE MENTIONED 🔗Embarc Chicago — Joe's organization, working with 17 high schools in the Chicago area → embarcchicago.orgjosephschupbach.com— Joe's personal site for artistic work, directing, and collaborationsChange Collective Fellowship — the leadership program Joe and Stephanie both participated inLooking Glass Theatre — one of Joe's longtime artistic collaboratorsPlayMakers Laboratory, The Neo-Futurists, The Ruffians, Salonathon, The Paper Machete — Chicago theater orgs Joe has worked withDonorsChoose — mentioned as a way to directly support classroom supply needsLocal School Councils (LSCs) — the elected, community-based governing bodies of every Chicago Public School (and yes, you can be on one even if you don't have kids in the school!)ALL ABOUT JOE SCHUPBACH 🎭You're gonna love Joe — he's a two-MFA-having, theater-making, trauma-informed teaching wizard who genuinely believes care is the foundation of everything.Joe Schupbach is an educator, writer, and director with 22 years of experience in public education, experimental community-based theatre, and nonprofit administration. He is a facilitator and instructional coach and currently serves as Head of Experiential Coaching at Embarc. Joe has been a frequent artistic collaborator with The Midwives, The Neo-Futurists, The Paper Machete, PlayMakers Laboratory, Pocket Guide To Hell, The Ruffians, and Salonathon. Joe holds two MFAs and is a proud Chicago Public Schools graduate. He was a 2024 fellow with Change Collective and is currently leading the Chicago Cohort of Change Collective fellows.SPONSOR SHOUTOUT 💖Come work with us at Artist Admin Hour , and get your work done.CONNECT WITH JOEWebsite: josephschupbach.comInstagram: @joeschupbachMore ways to connect:Email: stephanie@missgraham.comCheck out my workFollow me on Instagram @stephaniegrahamListen to more episodesSupport & FeedbackShare noseyAF with friendsRate & Review the ShowBuy Pins & Prints | Shop ArtEpisode CreditsProduced, Hosted, and Edited by Me, Stephanie (teaching myself audio editing!)Lyrics: Queen LexInstrumental: Freddie Bam Fam

Ep #102: Getting Dressed Is Identity Work How Personal Style Opens Doors with Stylist KylaSummary of the episodeEver had a full-blown meltdown trying to figure out what to wear? Personal stylist Kyla gets it—and she's here to tell you that your closet struggles go way deeper than just "not having the right clothes." In this episode, we're diving into the psychology of personal style, why taking your image seriously is actually a power move (not vanity), and how getting dressed every single day is identity work in disguise.Kyla shares her journey from tech career to personal styling, breaks down why smart women absolutely DO care about their appearance, and explains how your closet might be signaling things about you that you didn't even realize. We talk about the "sexy Trinity," why you should only shop four times a year (yes, really), and how showing up ready to be seen has opened doors Kyla never expected. If you've ever felt invisible, stuck in leggings, or like your wardrobe doesn't match who you're becoming, this conversation is for you.What we're getting intoWhy correcting people on your name is actually about claiming your presence (and how Kyla turned it into a whole brand)The connection between personal style and leadership—and why the "charismatic guy" gets ahead while brilliant women stay in the backgroundHow your closet reveals your mental state (spoiler: if it's cluttered, your mind probably is too)The three S's of feeling sexy: skin, support, and subject (aka the sexy Trinity)Why you should NEVER shop more than four times a yearThe difference between transactional styling and transformational stylingHow to build a mix-and-matchable wardrobe that actually serves youWhy talent isn't enough—and how Kyla's style helped her land opportunities she never saw comingThe real reason you have a closet full of clothes but "nothing to wear"Chapters: • 00:18 - Introducing Kyla: A New Perspective on Fashion• 06:01 - The Journey of Identity and Image• 19:12 - The Psychology of Personal Style• 28:27 - Understanding Consumerism and Personal Style• 45:11 - The Power of Style and PresenceThings We MentionedKyla's Closet Essentials Checklist - $2 resource with styling lesson (available at kylanotkayla.com)Master Class on Feeling Sexy - Kyla's course on the three S's of sexy styleThe Sexy Trinity: Skin, Support, SubjectCapsule Wardrobe concept - Cyclical seasonal approach to your closetFashion Psychology - The real psychological impact of what you wearTech industry & remote work culture - Kyla's background before stylingThe Caribbean - Where Kyla spent two years before returning to the USAll about KylaYou're gonna love Kyla—she's a personal stylist, former tech professional, and the woman behind "It's Kyla Not Kayla." She's equal parts practical systems guru (Virgo Moon energy) and woo-woo manifestation queen, and she truly believes your style is the biggest manifestation tool you have at any price point. Kyla helps creative women show up ready to be seen through transformational styling that goes way beyond just picking out cute outfits. She's all about identity work, closet psychology, and making sure you're the subject—not the object—in your own life.Connect with KylaWebsite: kylanotkayla.comInstagram: @itskylanotkaylaNoteworthy Quotes"You can be wildly successful at something you were never meant to do.""Smart women don't avoid caring about their appearance—they're strategic about it.""Every day when you get dressed, it is the daily practice of identity work. Who am I being? Who am I becoming?""If your closet is cluttered, your mind is cluttered. If you are hiding in dull or shapeless clothing, you're trying to hide.""Style is not supposed to be a costume. It's supposed to be something that supports you through your life.""Your style is the biggest manifestation tool that you have at your disposal at any price point, at any stage in life.""Stay ready so you don't have to get ready.""Nobody should be shopping more than four times a year. It's a hill I'm willing to die on."Connect with StephanieCheck out my workFollow me on InstagramJoin the Good Stuff Only NewsletterListen to more episodesSupport & FeedbackShare noseyAF with friendsRate & Review the ShowBuy Pins & Prints | Shop ArtEpisode CreditsProduced and hosted by me!Edited by Risha BrownLyrics: Queen LexInstrumental: Freddie Bam FamCover Art and Branding: Emma McGoldrick

This conversation was recorded live at Lumpen Radio in Chicago on Saturday, January 10, 2026.Ep # 100: Chicago Artist Deirdre Fox on Turning Plastic Waste into Environmental Art & Visual PoetrySummary of the episodeChicago-based artist Deirdre Fox joins noseyAF for a live, unedited conversation from 105.5 FM Lumpen Radio about art, plastic waste, and environmental consciousness. Deirdre’s practice transforms discarded consumer packaging into drawings, fiber works, and installations that challenge how we think about disposability, permanence, and material value.In this episode, host Stephanie Graham talks with Deirdre about her artistic journey, the idea of visual poetry, and how mindfulness—both in making and consuming—shapes her work. Together, they explore the tension between organic and synthetic materials, the limits of recycling, and the role artists play in addressing environmental responsibility through creative practice.This conversation invites listeners to slow down, look closer, and reconsider the materials that move through their everyday lives.What we talk aboutTransforming plastic consumer packaging into drawings, fiber works, and installationsVisual poetry and storytelling through materialMindfulness, consumption, and environmental responsibilityThe evolution of Deirdre’s artistic practice from representational to abstract workMaking art that lives in the tension between permanence and disposabilityChapters: • 00:00 - Introduction to noseyAF• 02:30 - Deirdre's Artistic Journey with Plastic Waste • 15:20 - Reflecting on Pouch Cove • 29:36 - Finding One's Voice in Art • 42:56 - Balancing Time and Creativity • 52:13 - Exploring Artistic Processes and Sustainability • 58:43 - Exploring Artistic CollaborationsAll about… Deirdre FoxYou’re gonna love Deirdre they’re a Chicago-based artist turning everyday plastic waste into visually refined, quietly radical works of environmental reflection.Deirdre Fox crochets and weaves plastic consumer packaging into drawings, fiber pieces, and drawing installations. Her work functions as personal gestures of environmental consciousness, rooted in the understanding that plastics made for convenience—like single-use bags—last far longer than intended, and that recycling alone is not an adequate solution.Her practice questions systems of built-in obsolescence and accumulated waste, while creating visual poems that hold time, care, and material awareness. Deirdre has exhibited at FlexSpace Riverside Art Center, Hyde Park Art Center, Boundary Chicago, Evanston Art Center, the Museum of the Shenandoah Valley, Koehnline Museum of Art Gallery, and the Swedish American Museum, among others. She has received multiple grants from the City of Chicago and the Illinois Arts Council and maintains her studio at Mana Contemporary Chicago.Sponsor Shoutout 💖This episode is brought to you by Artist Admin HourGet your work done with structure, with company. Check out Artist Admin Hour at missgraham.com/artistadminhourConnect with Deirdre FoxInstagram: @deirdre_fox_artWebsite: http://www.artbydado.com/Connect with StephanieCheck out my workFollow me on InstagramJoin the Good Stuff Only NewsletterListen to more episodesSupport & FeedbackShare noseyAF with friendsRate & Review the ShowBuy Pins & Prints | Shop ArtEpisode CreditsProduced, Hosted, and Edited by Me, Stephanie (teaching myself audio editing!)Recorded Live at Lumpen RadioLyrics: Queen LexInstrumental: Freddie Bam FamCover Art + Branding: Emma McGoldrick

Ep #98: Print Your Legacy: Lawrence Nalls on Multi-Generational Photography and PrideSummary of the episodeLawrence Nalls, managing photographer of Forty Photography, shares the profound journey of building a multi-generational Chicago photography studio rooted in legacy, storytelling, and community service. In this conversation, Lawrence reveals how his father's Vietnam War documentation sparked a family tradition that's now entering its third generation. We explore the emotional weight of photography as both art form and responsibility, the importance of print over digital, and why Lawrence believes every photograph should make you feel something. From learning to "figure it out" with his first camera to teaching his sons the business, Lawrence offers candid insights on building trust with clients, the hard lessons of running a creative business (yes, take deposits!), and how to help people see past their insecurities to capture pride. This episode is a masterclass in intentional photography, sustainable creative practice, and the power of printed images to preserve family legacy.What we're getting intoYou know how some conversations just feel like sitting down with someone who's lived it and learned it? That's this whole episode.The origin story of Forty Photography - from Vietnam War footage to a thriving multi-generational studioWhy prints matter more than digital files - and how Lawrence shifted his entire practice around this philosophyThe business side of photography - storage systems, deposits, redundancy, and the stuff nobody talks aboutBuilding trust and managing client insecurities - including Lawrence's "word bank" technique for portrait sessionsKeeping enthusiasm alive after 19 years - the daily present philosophy and why relationships are wealthFilm vs. digital and intentionality - how shooting film shaped Lawrence's approach to digital photographyParenting, sports, and passing down the legacy - raising two sons in the family businessFolks and Things We MentionedForty Photography - Lawrence's multi-generational Chicago photography studioJohn H. White - Pulitzer Prize-winning photographer and church friend who inspired LawrenceGordon Parks - Legendary photographer and director of ShaftAnnie Leibovitz - Renowned portrait photographerRichard Avedon - Fashion and portrait photographerSarah Oliphant - Artist who hand-paints canvases for photography backgroundsChicago Alliance of African American Photographers (CAAAP) - Organization focused on documenting Black life with prideRainbow Beach - Lawrence's "happy place" on Chicago's South SideArtist Admin Hour - Stephanie's Wednesday accountability sessions for artists (artistadminhour.com)Chapters:• 00:00 - Introduction to the Conversation• 06:49 - The Legacy of 4D Photography• 12:36 - The Transition to Digital Photography• 15:50 - Documenting Family Memories• 22:50 - Capturing Moments: The Art of Photography and Trust• 34:11 - Managing a Photography Business: Insights from Experience• 42:12 - Lessons Learned from Hard Experiences• 44:32 - The Importance of Sports in Parenting• 49:44 - Exploring Photography and Relationships• 56:15 - Reflections on the Podcast JourneyAll about Lawrence You're gonna love Lawrence—he's a third-generation photographer, cigar enthusiast, devoted father, and the kind of creative who believes every photo should evoke a sense of pride. His studio, Forty Photography (named after doctors told his father he'd be lucky to live to 40 after Vietnam War injuries—he's turning 80 next month!), serves families, schools, and organizations across Chicago. Lawrence approaches photography with intention, encouraging clients to think beyond social media and put their memories on the wall. He's also the guy who will absolutely not participate in your negative self-talk during a photo session—instead, he'll have you build a word bank of how you want to feel, then help you embody it.Connect with Lawrence NallsInstagram: @fortyphotographyWebsite: fortyphotography.comLocation: Bridgeport, ChicagoCome to the Studio? 🪑✨Want more? Good Stuff Only subscribers get:👀 First Looks — New artwork, pins, films, and projects before anyone else📖 Studio Stories — The messy, honest behind-the-scenes of making art IRL🎉 Good Vibes Only — Candid updates and occasional treats📅 What's Next — Exhibition invites, screenings, releases, and art happenings→ Join artists, curators, and art lovers getting Good Stuff OnlyMore ways to connect:Email: stephanie@missgraham.comCheck out my workFollow me on Instagram: @stephaniegrahamListen to more episodesSupport & FeedbackShare noseyAF with friendsRate & Review the ShowBuy Pins & Prints | Shop ArtEpisode CreditsProduced, Hosted, and Edited by Me, Stephanie (teaching myself audio editing!)Theme Music Lyrics: Queen LexTheme Music Instrumental: Freddie Bam FamRecorded Live at Lumpen Radio, ChicagoThis episode was recorded live on Saturday, December 27, 2025, at Lumpen Radio in Chicago.

Ep #96: Bring the Avalanche: How to Turn Rejection Into Motivation — with Maurice Proffitt“Trust yourself. This world will try to tell you otherwise every single day.”- Maurice ProffittThis conversation was recorded live at Lumpen Radio on Saturday November 22, 2025Summary of the episodeIn this episode, we sit down with Chicago creative and producer Maurice Proffitt to talk about creative rejection, the fear of success, and what it really takes to build a career without waiting for permission. Maurice shares the moments that shaped him: the childhood spark that made him a storyteller, the brutal rejection that changed his entire trajectory, and how he learned to turn setbacks into motivation.If you’ve ever felt overlooked, underestimated, or right on the edge of something big—but scared to leap—this conversation will give you fuel.What we talk aboutA friendly deep-dive into what it really means to grow as an artist.Turning rejection into motivationOvercoming the fear of success and leveling upGrowing up Black in Schaumburg and finding your “B-side” identityWhy you should stop asking for permission and create anywayBuilding B-Side Productions and DreamscapeFriendship, community, and the people who hold you upMaurices first web series “Broke AF,” filmmaking, and learning to editThe moment he said: “Enough is enough — I’m building my own lane.”Things We MentionedRejection Proof: How I Beat Fear and Became Invincible Through 100 Days of Rejection by Jia Jiang (affiliate link)“Broke AF” web series B-Side StudiosDreamscape TheatreBatman Begins — “Why do we fall?” referenceChapters:00:23 - Introduction to Self-Expression01:51 - The Fear of Success12:24 - Navigating the Creative Landscape19:33 - The Heartbreak of Rejection24:33 - The Concept of B-Side Productions31:51 - Identity and Growing Up in Schaumburg36:15 - The Journey of Friendship and Creativity44:11 - Transition to Filmmaking and Editing51:01 - Resilience in the Face of Adversity54:43 - The Journey of a Show: From Preparation to PerformanceAll about... Maurice ProffittYou're gonna love Maurice Proffitt—he’s a filmmaker, theatre producer, community-builder, and creative force whose work centers the stories and voices usually overlooked. From theater to film to building his own production companies, Maurice is all about creating space for the hidden gems, the B-sides, and the people who don’t fit the mold.Sponsor Shoutout 💖This episode is brought to you by Artist Admin Hour.Admin is the flex—and your practice deserves it. Join us Wednesdays, 7–9pm CT for structured co-working that helps you get things off your list and out of your head.Learn more: artistadminhour.comConnect with Maurice ProffitInstagram: @mrproffitWebsite: https://www.dreamscapetheatre.com/More ways to connect:Email: stephanie@missgraham.comCheck out my workFollow on Instagram @stephaniegrahamListen to more episodesSupport & FeedbackShare noseyAF with a friendRate & Review on your podcast platformBuy Pins & Prints | Shop ArtEpisode CreditsProduced, Hosted, and Edited by me, Stephanie (teaching myself audio editing!)Lyrics: Queen LexInstrumental: Freddie Bam FamArtist Admin Hour instrumental by Soundroll

Ep # 95: Queer History Is Everywhere: Dr. Kate Henry on Archives, Rhetoric & Lisa BenSummary of the episodeHey its Stephanie here! In this episode of noseyAF, we get into queer history, archives, and public scholarship with Dr. Kate Henry — writer, scholar, poet, and creator of Lisa Benography, a public scholarship project documenting Lisa Ben, the woman behind the first known lesbian magazine in the U.S. Kate and I talk about the magic and messiness of archives, what feminist historiography actually is, and how queer stories survive even when institutions try to erase them.We also get into creative writing, rhetoric, butch/femme histories, and what it means to consider your own life an archive. It’s tender, nerdy, funny, and honestly one of my favorite conversations.What we talk aboutHow Dr. Kate first stumbled into queer history and feminist historiographyThe wild, brilliant, and deeply influential life of Lisa BenWhy archives matter — and how everyday people create themThe difference between academic scholarship and public scholarship (and how to make knowledge accessible)Creative writing, rhetoric, and the “moves” queer creators make under censorshipA juicy tangent on personal archives, family keepsakes, and documenting our own livesHow queer histories survive through scraps, letters, love, and community careThings We MentionedLisa Benography website (Kate’s public scholarship project)ONE Archives at the USC Libraries (where Lisa Ben’s papers live)“Vice Versa” — the first known lesbian magazine in the U.S.The book Overlooked by The New York Times (Kate is cited in the Lisa Ben entry)Patrick Kelly biography project by Dr. Eric Darnell PritchardMagazine of Horror / sci-fi fanzines (Lisa Ben’s “Tigrina” work)Chapters:00:09 - Exploring Queer History: The Legacy of Lisa Ben09:06 - Public Scholarship and Queer Histories24:11 - The Impact of Lisa Ben and Queer Archives34:53 - The Legacy of Lisa Ben: Documenting Queer Histories47:01 - The Evolution of Personal and Public ScholarshipAll about Dr. Kate HenryDr. Kate Henry is a Productivity Coach who specializes in sustainable and well-being-oriented productivity for folks working on academic writing projects. Kate holds an MFA in Creative Writing and a PhD in Rhetoric and Composition, and she researches and publishes as a public scholar. She's the author of the newsletter "Tending," the host of the podcast "Honing In," and she lives in Boston, MA, with her spouse, two cats, and a 7-pound chihuahua.Connect with Dr. Kate HenryInstagram: @thetendingyearWebsite: https://katehenry.com/Newsletter: Tending with Dr. Kate HenryPodcast: Honing In🚨 Also, as I mentioned in the episode, Dr. Kate is a productivity coach. If you need your life together, hit her up in December. She will open her books for new Success & Accountability Coaching Clients who want to work together in 2026.Connect with StephanieCheck out my workFollow me on InstagramJoin the Good Stuff Only NewsletterListen to more episodesSupport & FeedbackShare noseyAF with friendsRate & Review the ShowBuy Pins & Prints | Shop ArtEpisode CreditsProduced, Hosted, and Edited by Me, Stephanie (teaching myself audio editing!)Lyrics: Queen LexInstrumental: Freddie Bam Fam

Ep 93: Stop Overthinking Your Brand: A Real Talk Guide for Creative EntrepreneursSummary of the episodeIn this episode of noseyAF, I sit down with brand designer and website strategist Bridget Baker to demystify the overwhelming world of branding for artists and creative entrepreneurs. Bridget shares her journey from professional dancer and choreographer to helping people build authentic brands that actually reflect who they are—not who they think they should be. We dig into why branding feels so intimidating, how to give yourself permission to be yourself online, and why perfection is the enemy of connection. Bridget breaks down the difference between personal and business brands, explains when (and if) you should worry about brand consistency, and shares practical advice for creative people who contain multitudes. If you've ever felt paralyzed by the pressure to have perfectly polished brand photos, matching color palettes, or a "professional" online presence, this conversation is for you.Topics discussed:Why branding feels overwhelming and how to give yourself permission to be authenticThe difference between personal and business brands (and what to do when you ARE the business)How minimalism and organization principles apply to brand strategyWhen to update your brand colors, photos, and messaging (spoiler: it's more flexible than you think)Building community through co-working spaces like Write Shit MondaysThe problem with AI-generated brand content and homogenized aestheticsPractical first steps for clarifying your brand based on what you actually want your life to look likeChapters:• 00:14 - Introduction to Bridget Baker• 06:57 - The Intersection of Personal and Business Branding• 12:25 - Evolving Brand Stories• 17:41 - The Role of Minimalism in Branding• 26:28 - The Journey to Website Branding• 37:06 - Exploring Community and Connections• 38:43 - The Evolution of Write Shit Mondays• 46:20 - Understanding Branding FlexibilityAll About BridgetBridget Baker specializes in working with coaches, consultants, therapists, organizers, and overall, people who help people. Her superpower is giving you the permission you need to brand your BIZ the way YOU want to. She's been a minimalist since before it was trendy, and organized her friends' closets for fun as a kid (true story!) Simplifying spaces and creating more room to play are her jam. That, coupled with a background in dance and choreography led her to want to find a way to use both her creative and organizational passions. Sprinkle in some writing and consulting, and over the past 15 years, she's built a business that has given her the flexibility and freedom to work from anywhere. Building brands and websites is the place where she combines all those skills and helps people let go of the cluttered ideas about their brands, and create the space for something they love.Resources mentioned in this episodeWrite Shit Mondays - Bridget's free weekly co-working writing community (every Monday)Bridget's Website - Connect with Bridget for branding and website servicesNoteworthy quotes from this episode"Branding is your behavior. It's your personality. What has you go buy that color of Stanley mug? It's not just Instagram telling you—it's like, pink is my thing.""This thing that's scary for you to share is probably the thing you should share because that's the thing that's going to make you the most vulnerable. That's going to have people connect with you and go, 'Oh my gosh, you're a real person.'""Get clear about what you really want in your life. And then you build the brand from there. You don't just go, 'What marketable skills do I have?' Because then you just get into hustle culture.""You contain multitudes. You have these different arenas that you share with the world—your art, your work, your podcast. That's what makes it interesting.""I'm a website therapist because I do like to dig in and really figure out the juicy underbelly of people's brands."Connect with Bridget BakerInstagram: @bridgetbakerbrandingWebsite: bridgetbakerbranding.comConnect & Stay UpdatedVisit my website (Art, Projects & More)Follow on Instagram (@stephaniegraham)Join my Studio NewsletterListen to more episodesSupport & FeedbackShare noseyAF with friendsRate & Review the ShowBuy Pins & Prints | Shop ArtJoin the noseyAF DispatchSend Feedback or MessageEpisode Credits:Produced, Hosted, and Edited by Me, Stephanie (teaching myself audio editing!)Lyrics: Queen LexInstrumental: Freddie Bam Fam