Creativity Connects with Mikki Wilson: A Creative Collective Podcast
Creative Collective in Collaboration with Peabody TV
11 episodes
1 week ago
Creativity Connects with Mikki Wilson is a podcast from Creative Collective that amplifies the voices and stories of women entrepreneurs who are members of the Creative Collective. In each episode, host Mikki Wilson sits down with a woman business owner from the Creative Collective community to explore her unique journey, what drives her, and where she's headed next.
Local economies thrive when women's authentic experiences are shared and celebrated. That's why this podcast goes beyond polished success stories to explore the real challenges, unexpected pivots, and genuine moments of inspiration that shape the entrepreneurial paths of Creative Collective members.
Our guests share candidly about:
Their unexpected paths to entrepreneurship and business ownership
The "messy middles" are rarely seen on social media or marketing materials
How the Creative Collective community supports women's business journeys
Navigating the unique challenges women face in building creative enterprises
Finding their authentic voice and leadership style in their industries
Whether you're a woman entrepreneur yourself, a supporter of women-owned businesses, or simply curious about the women behind local creative enterprises, this podcast offers honest insights into what it really takes for women to build something with intention and heart in today's business landscape.
Produced By:
Randyll Collum produces this podcast for Peabody TV in partnership with Creative Collective. Creative Collective is a business support program that provides modern resources, strategy, and connections for small businesses and creators, because building something meaningful doesn't mean you have to do it alone.
Learn more at creativecollectivema.com.
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Creativity Connects with Mikki Wilson is a podcast from Creative Collective that amplifies the voices and stories of women entrepreneurs who are members of the Creative Collective. In each episode, host Mikki Wilson sits down with a woman business owner from the Creative Collective community to explore her unique journey, what drives her, and where she's headed next.
Local economies thrive when women's authentic experiences are shared and celebrated. That's why this podcast goes beyond polished success stories to explore the real challenges, unexpected pivots, and genuine moments of inspiration that shape the entrepreneurial paths of Creative Collective members.
Our guests share candidly about:
Their unexpected paths to entrepreneurship and business ownership
The "messy middles" are rarely seen on social media or marketing materials
How the Creative Collective community supports women's business journeys
Navigating the unique challenges women face in building creative enterprises
Finding their authentic voice and leadership style in their industries
Whether you're a woman entrepreneur yourself, a supporter of women-owned businesses, or simply curious about the women behind local creative enterprises, this podcast offers honest insights into what it really takes for women to build something with intention and heart in today's business landscape.
Produced By:
Randyll Collum produces this podcast for Peabody TV in partnership with Creative Collective. Creative Collective is a business support program that provides modern resources, strategy, and connections for small businesses and creators, because building something meaningful doesn't mean you have to do it alone.
Learn more at creativecollectivema.com.
Creativity Connects with Mikki Wilson: Beyond the Brand with Shanel Anderson
Creativity Connects with Mikki Wilson: A Creative Collective Podcast
29 minutes
4 months ago
Creativity Connects with Mikki Wilson: Beyond the Brand with Shanel Anderson
In this episode, Mikki sits down with Shanel Anderson, the founder of Soul City Yoga, one of the few Black woman-owned yoga studios in Massachusetts. Soul City is a vibrant, community-centered space rooted in Lynn and Malden, where inclusivity and accessibility meet movement and mindfulness. Their conversation explores Shanel’s journey from first-generation Lynn native to yoga studio owner and community leader, revealing the powerful story behind her brand’s mission to reimagine wellness for all.
Key Moments:
🧘🏾♀️ Shanel shares how a traumatic birth experience led her to yoga—and eventually to becoming a teacher.
🌱 A powerful story about her grandfather’s influence and the small family loan that helped launch Soul City Yoga.
🌍 An honest discussion on disrupting traditional (and often exclusive) yoga spaces by creating inclusive, affirming environments for everyone—especially Black and brown communities.
About the Speakers:
Mikki Wilson is your host, a team member of Creative Collective and the founder of Dot Connector Consulting, where she works with women to amplify their value, voice, and visibility with intention.
Shanel Anderson is the founder of Soul City Yoga, where she builds inclusive wellness spaces that center community, culture, and empowerment. Visit Soul City at 192 Oxford St in Lynn or 126 Pleasant St in Malden, or connect online to learn more.
Connect & Support:
🧘🏾♀️ Visit Soul City Yoga: 192 Oxford St, Lynn MA & 126 Pleasant St, Malden MA
🌐 Website: https://www.thesoulcity.com/
📱 Instagram: @soulcity_yoga
Credits:]
This podcast is produced by Randyll Collum for Peabody TV, your community media center serving the residents and businesses of Peabody and the North Shore area.
Creativity Connects with Mikki Wilson is a Creative Collective podcast. Learn more at creativecollectivema.com
Sponsored by Jenni Stuart Fine Jewelry.
Creativity Connects with Mikki Wilson: A Creative Collective Podcast
Creativity Connects with Mikki Wilson is a podcast from Creative Collective that amplifies the voices and stories of women entrepreneurs who are members of the Creative Collective. In each episode, host Mikki Wilson sits down with a woman business owner from the Creative Collective community to explore her unique journey, what drives her, and where she's headed next.
Local economies thrive when women's authentic experiences are shared and celebrated. That's why this podcast goes beyond polished success stories to explore the real challenges, unexpected pivots, and genuine moments of inspiration that shape the entrepreneurial paths of Creative Collective members.
Our guests share candidly about:
Their unexpected paths to entrepreneurship and business ownership
The "messy middles" are rarely seen on social media or marketing materials
How the Creative Collective community supports women's business journeys
Navigating the unique challenges women face in building creative enterprises
Finding their authentic voice and leadership style in their industries
Whether you're a woman entrepreneur yourself, a supporter of women-owned businesses, or simply curious about the women behind local creative enterprises, this podcast offers honest insights into what it really takes for women to build something with intention and heart in today's business landscape.
Produced By:
Randyll Collum produces this podcast for Peabody TV in partnership with Creative Collective. Creative Collective is a business support program that provides modern resources, strategy, and connections for small businesses and creators, because building something meaningful doesn't mean you have to do it alone.
Learn more at creativecollectivema.com.
