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The Art of Letting Go Podcast
Mike Brown
225 episodes
5 months ago
Got thoughts, feedback, or questions? We’d love to hear from you—send us an email. In this episode of The Art of Letting Go, I’m joined by my friend and collaborator DDM (aka Manny), a genre-defying artist who’s built his own creative universe rooted in authenticity, boldness, and evolution. We talk about his journey from battle rap to redefining queer artistry in hip-hop, navigating identity, and what it means to measure success on your own terms. I also reflect on my return to the basketbal...
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Got thoughts, feedback, or questions? We’d love to hear from you—send us an email. In this episode of The Art of Letting Go, I’m joined by my friend and collaborator DDM (aka Manny), a genre-defying artist who’s built his own creative universe rooted in authenticity, boldness, and evolution. We talk about his journey from battle rap to redefining queer artistry in hip-hop, navigating identity, and what it means to measure success on your own terms. I also reflect on my return to the basketbal...
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Mental Health
Education,
Self-Improvement,
Health & Fitness,
Sexuality
Episodes (20/225)
The Art of Letting Go Podcast
Episode 218 | Building Worlds with Dapper Dan Midas
Got thoughts, feedback, or questions? We’d love to hear from you—send us an email. In this episode of The Art of Letting Go, I’m joined by my friend and collaborator DDM (aka Manny), a genre-defying artist who’s built his own creative universe rooted in authenticity, boldness, and evolution. We talk about his journey from battle rap to redefining queer artistry in hip-hop, navigating identity, and what it means to measure success on your own terms. I also reflect on my return to the basketbal...
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5 months ago
26 minutes

The Art of Letting Go Podcast
Episode 217 | Becoming a Liberated Creator with Talib Jasir
Got thoughts, feedback, or questions? We’d love to hear from you—send us an email. In this episode of The Art of Letting Go, Mike Brown is joined by Talib Jasir—creative entrepreneur, author, and founder of the Afros & Audio Podcast Festival—for a powerful conversation about reclaiming your voice as a creator. They dive deep into the realities of independent podcasting, bridging the gap between mainstream and indie creators, and what it truly means to be a liberated creator. Mike also ope...
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5 months ago
28 minutes

The Art of Letting Go Podcast
Episode 216 | Creativity and Faith with Sheila McDaniel
Got thoughts, feedback, or questions? We’d love to hear from you—send us an email. In this episode of The Art of Letting Go, I sit down with Miss Sheila McDaniel, a powerful storyteller and mother of my dear friend Shaughn. We talk about her journey through faith, the life lessons that led her to write her first book Tears of Faith, and what it means to speak boldly about your relationship with God. Her honesty inspired me to reflect on my own connection to spirituality, and I share some of t...
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5 months ago
30 minutes

The Art of Letting Go Podcast
Episode 215 | Creative Freedom with MaryGold
Got thoughts, feedback, or questions? We’d love to hear from you—send us an email. In this inspiring episode of The Art of Letting Go, host Mike Brown sits down with the multi-hyphenate artist MaryGold. They dive deep into what it means to create freely, how routines impact creativity, and the importance of defining success on your own terms. Mary shares her journey as an artist, her struggles with routine and structure, and the lessons she’s learned about trusting herself in a world that oft...
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7 months ago
56 minutes

The Art of Letting Go Podcast
Episode 214 | Creating Community with Joshua Michael Cruz
Got thoughts, feedback, or questions? We’d love to hear from you—send us an email. In this powerful episode of The Art of Letting Go, host Mike Brown sits down with Joshua Michael Cruz—coach, community builder, and founder of Where the Soul Grows. They dive deep into the importance of community, vulnerability, and healing as queer men of color. Topics include: 🌿 The journey of self-love and emotional intelligence 🏳️‍🌈 The challenges of building queer community beyond the bar scene 🛑 Setting b...
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8 months ago
1 hour 6 minutes

The Art of Letting Go Podcast
Episode 213 | Past Reflections with James "DatYogaDude" Woods
Got thoughts, feedback, or questions? We’d love to hear from you—send us an email.In this episode of 'The Art of Letting Go,' host Mike Brown takes a reflective journey through some of the most impactful conversations with his longtime friend , James 'Yoga Dude' Woods. Mike and James discuss their individual paths to entrepreneurship, the distinction between gifts and passions, and the tools they use for personal growth, including sobriety, fasting, and celibacy. James shares insights on mana...
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9 months ago
32 minutes

The Art of Letting Go Podcast
Episode 212 | "The Restart"
Got thoughts, feedback, or questions? We’d love to hear from you—send us an email.Mike Brown returns to his podcast, 'The Art of Letting Go,' sharing updates on his life and the show's future. He discusses moving back to Houston for family time, relocating to Newark, NJ, and restarting his creative journey. Mike emphasizes the importance of taking time for stillness, rebuilding, and community support. He talks about overcoming burnout, embracing opportunities, and the challenges of finding jo...
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9 months ago
24 minutes

The Art of Letting Go Podcast
Episode 211 | "Where You Been?"
Got thoughts, feedback, or questions? We’d love to hear from you—send us an email.Mike Brown returns to The Art of Letting Go podcast, reflecting on his journey from co-hosting to going solo, his creative evolution during the pandemic, and surviving as a full-time podcaster. Sharing his experiences of leaving Los Angeles, living as a nomad, and reconnecting with his roots in Houston, Mike discusses overcoming fears, embracing creativity, and manifesting goals. In this episode Mike delves into...
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9 months ago
14 minutes

The Art of Letting Go Podcast
The Art of Letting Go EP 210 (Live at Newark Pride)
Got thoughts, feedback, or questions? We’d love to hear from you—send us an email.In this special live episode of "The Art of Letting Go," recorded at Newark Pride, we delve into the intricate world of relationships, exploring romantic connections, platonic bonds, and the essential practice of self-care. It was a truly beautiful event, enriched by the vibrant community of Newark. Special thanks to Newark Pride, Plantivia, DJ Dana J, and Raziya Tucker for their incredible contributions and sup...
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1 year ago
46 minutes

The Art of Letting Go Podcast
The Art of Letting Go EP 209 (Live at the Ludlow)
Got thoughts, feedback, or questions? We’d love to hear from you—send us an email.In this special live episode recorded at the Ludlow House in New York, NY, we dive into an enriching conversation in honor of Juneteenth and Pride Month. Joined by the dynamic YawnyBlew, we explore the intersections of Blackness and Queerness, touching on relationships, empowerment, and self-reflection. Our live audience engaged in meaningful dialogues, adding depth and diversity to the discussion. Expect a blen...
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1 year ago
1 hour 6 minutes

The Art of Letting Go Podcast
Lesson 5: Transitioning from Artist to Entrepreneurship with Jeremiah Marquez
Got thoughts, feedback, or questions? We’d love to hear from you—send us an email.Jeremiah Marquez, a graphic designer turned business strategist, takes center stage in the season finale of The Creator's Toolkit. Jeremiah's journey from artist to entrepreneur is a testament to his unwavering dedication and innovative mindset. Throughout the episode, he offers invaluable insights into the challenges and successes encountered on his path, serving as a guiding light for fellow creatives embarkin...
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1 year ago
23 minutes

The Art of Letting Go Podcast
Lesson 4: Navigating Artistic Pivots and Powerful Storytelling with Keisha TK Dutes
Got thoughts, feedback, or questions? We’d love to hear from you—send us an email.Join us on this week's episode as we sit down with Keisha TK Dutes, a multi-talented audio storyteller and visual artist who successfully transitioned from the medical field to the world of audio. Delve into the art of artistic pivots as we explore Keisha's journey, discussing the transformative power of storytelling in product sales and the importance of embracing limitless creativity as an artist. Tune in for ...
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1 year ago
22 minutes

The Art of Letting Go Podcast
Lesson 3: Navigating Creativity, Commerce, and Mental Health with She's Ryan
Got thoughts, feedback, or questions? We’d love to hear from you—send us an email.In this episode of The Creator's Toolkit, we delve into the world of merchandising with She's Ryan, a multi-talented artist based in New York. She shares her insights on navigating the business of merch, revealing what sells and resonates with audiences. Discover how She's Ryan's self-aware approach has helped her create a brand with multiple merchandising extensions. Tune in as we explore how she manages to bra...
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1 year ago
26 minutes

The Art of Letting Go Podcast
Lesson 2: Unveiling the Merchandise Business with Christoph Jenkins
Got thoughts, feedback, or questions? We’d love to hear from you—send us an email.This week on The Creator's Toolkit, hosts Mike and Yawny take a moment to recap their second week of merch madness, share updates on their new song 'This Shit Hard,' and dive into a conversation with Christoph Jenkins, founder of The Poet Life. Yawny and Mike were recipients of The Poet Life grant earlier this year, which fueled their passion for creating art that brings awareness to social issues. They sit down...
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1 year ago
28 minutes

The Art of Letting Go Podcast
Premiere: The Creator's Toolkit EP 1 Lesson 1: Mastering Rebranding and Relaunching with SadBoyMusic and Rio Japan
Got thoughts, feedback, or questions? We’d love to hear from you—send us an email.In the premiere episode of The Creator's Toolkit, hosts ⁠Mike Brown⁠ and ⁠YawnyBlew⁠ dive into the world of relaunching as they gear up for their second annual March Madness. They talk shop with indie artist SADBOYMUSIC, discussing their various experiences with e-commerce and merchandising. Stylist Rio Japan also joins the conversation, offering expert advice on fashion and design...
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1 year ago
17 minutes

The Art of Letting Go Podcast
EP 208 Letting Go of... A Smoking Addiction
Got thoughts, feedback, or questions? We’d love to hear from you—send us an email.This week’s episode is brought to you by The Poet Life (@thepoetlife) and The African American Tobacco Control Leadership Council. John talks to us about his addiction to smoking and how he overcame it. He reflects on his origins of smoking, and how it became a habit, and shares the tools he developed on his journey. This episode was created to fight against big tobacco in the black community. If you or someone ...
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1 year ago
9 minutes

The Art of Letting Go Podcast
Patreon Exclusive: Happiness Featuring Daddy (Previously Recorded 2019)
Got thoughts, feedback, or questions? We’d love to hear from you—send us an email.This week’s episode was recorded in 2019. It was previously a Patreon exclusive featuring my dad. We had a conversation about happiness and I had a few of my subscribers say this was one of their favorites. All month I am giving previews to what the Patreon is like in hopes of gaining some new subscribers. Enjoy the show and subscribe to the Patreon!Check out my new releases:Desert Thoughts EPDesert Thoughts Dem...
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1 year ago
11 minutes

The Art of Letting Go Podcast
Patreon Exclusive: Today was a Bad Day (Previously released 1/11/23)
Got thoughts, feedback, or questions? We’d love to hear from you—send us an email.This week’s episode was an exclusive to Patreon when the year first started. Originally recorded January 11, 2023. Mike talks about starting the year with his apartment flooded. manifests being a nomad, and being intentional in life. This episode Mike manifested alot of what the year looked like for him. Let’s reflect on the journey together!Check out my new releases:Desert Thoughts EPDesert Thoughts DemosSign u...
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1 year ago
18 minutes

The Art of Letting Go Podcast
EP 207: Letting Go of... Mis Sentimientos
Got thoughts, feedback, or questions? We’d love to hear from you—send us an email.In episode 207 of 'The Art of Letting Go,' Mike wrote a journal entry to share on the episode. This is also a rough draft to a new podcast that we will be starting next year. Mike has been in Houston for 3 weeks and these were the feelings that came up during journaling.Want to share a story for the new show? reach out HERE.Check out my new releases:Desert Thoughts EPDesert Thoughts DemosSign up for our Patreon ...
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1 year ago
4 minutes

The Art of Letting Go Podcast
EP: 206 Letting Go of... New York (with Special Guest 3ddi3 Wayn3)
Got thoughts, feedback, or questions? We’d love to hear from you—send us an email.In episode 206 of 'The Art of Letting Go,' join your host Mike Brown and 3ddi3 Wayn3 as they reflect on Mike’s past month in New York. P&T Knitwear hosted them at their studio and the two friends had an honest conversation about their friendship, support, being black and queer and more. They also touch on the song they released this past month that was featured on Mike’s most recent release called Vibe Calib...
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1 year ago
35 minutes

The Art of Letting Go Podcast
Got thoughts, feedback, or questions? We’d love to hear from you—send us an email. In this episode of The Art of Letting Go, I’m joined by my friend and collaborator DDM (aka Manny), a genre-defying artist who’s built his own creative universe rooted in authenticity, boldness, and evolution. We talk about his journey from battle rap to redefining queer artistry in hip-hop, navigating identity, and what it means to measure success on your own terms. I also reflect on my return to the basketbal...