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Creative Contact w/ Kia Orionfirst impressions of Rio, ladies in Rio v Medellin, current projects, boxing trainers, meaning vs freedom, and morebeen a while...
life update pod with some typical Kia introspection sprinkled in.2022-11-2733 min
Creative Contact w/ Kia OrionWhat does it feel like to give up on your dreams?been a whirlwind three weeks. and we're back to talk about it. 2022-05-0453 minCreative Contact w/ Kia OrionGratitude, ego, and how to jump before you’re readydoes anyone even read this part lol2022-03-2535 minCreative Contact w/ Kia OrionWould you rather live a life that's fun or interesting?in this episode we dive into: -first date stories -what death taught me about life -why i'm moving back to Medellin
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😎 See What I'm Up To: https://www.instagram.com/kiaorion/ because talking to y'all is cheaper than therapy.2022-03-1743 minCreative Contact w/ Kia OrionKia & Franny on re-inventing yourself, coping with setbacks, and how to tune out the noiseStoked to share this one with y’all 😎 Franny is the first guest I’ve had on in what seems like FOREVER.
If you’re someone who is on the fence about starting your side hustle think there are a lot of gems in here for you 💎
In this episode we dive in deep to Franny’s backstory, how she continues to re-invent herself amidst life’s challenges, and we tackle a few topics I’ve been wrestling with recently.
All of the links mentioned in this episode can be found in the comments below, enjoy 🙏...2022-03-121h 02Creative Contact w/ Kia OrionIs Ambition Worth It?A question I’ve been wrestling with a lot over the last few weeks.
Finally have some solid ideas and wanted to share.
A part 2 to the mini pod earlier this week.
Shout out to y’all for helping process these things 🙏2022-03-0333 minCreative Contact w/ Kia OrionPower of regret + Thoughts on the new Kanye Docstache is back. topless episodes are back. and the youtube channel is back. hot as f*ck but the pod must go on 👊 episode on the power of regret, thoughts on the new kanye doc, and the beauty of experimenting. pt 1 of a 2 part series for this week because the wind whistling was too annoying. creative contact everywhere you get your pods 🎧 i'm doing my best to live my truth. as always - i'm open to different perspectives and discourse. agree with me? disagree? shoot me a message and let's talk about it.2022-02-2822 minCreative Contact w/ Kia OrionBuying Sex Toys In Brazil + Warrior Monk Mode (an episode on identity)y'all know i'm a wild boy. going to keep pushing my boundaries of vulnerability with the pod.
some provocative and potentially flammable ideas in here. listen at your own risk.
i'm doing my best to live my truth. as always - i'm open to different perspectives and discourse.
agree with me? disagree? shoot me a message and let's talk about it.
🎧 listen to the full pod here: https://anchor.fm/creativecontact 🔔 Subscribe for music videos + podcasts: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCyNj... 💪 For business inquiries contact me at kia@kiaorion.com 😎 See What I'm Up To...2022-02-2147 minCreative Contact w/ Kia OrionMoving to LA? + First Week In Brasil + Thoughts On Lovefeel like i'm at a place in life where i'm down to go all in. some interesting stories and provocative thoughts in here for y'all. enjoy.
🎧 listen to the full pod here: https://anchor.fm/creativecontact 🔔 Subscribe for music videos + podcasts: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCyNj... 💪 For business inquiries contact me at kia@kiaorion.com 😎 See What I'm Up To: https://www.instagram.com/kiaorion/ because talking to y'all is cheaper than therapy.2022-02-1443 minCreative Contact w/ Kia OrionNY Recap + Next Steps + Dating StoriesIn this episode i'm just checking in with y'all. what we've been up to and what's next for the kid. enjoy!
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😎 See What I'm Up To: https://www.instagram.com/kiaorion/ because talking to y'all is cheaper than therapy.2022-02-0431 minCreative Contact w/ Kia Orion6 Books To Read In 2022In this episode i break down my favorite books i've read over the last 365, top takeaways, and if they're worth a look.
enjoy! 2022-01-1823 minCreative Contact w/ Kia Orion9 Powerful Reflection Questions Going Into 2022The new year begins. And as always this serves as a good time to reflect on everything that has happened over the last 365. In this episode, I break down 9 questions (and my answers) that you can use to reflect on the past year and how to show up as your best self in the future.
@kiaorion2022-01-0726 minCreative Contact w/ Kia Orion52 Songs In 52 Weeks #songaweekchallenge Reflectionsin this episode i reflect on the #songaweekchallenge and my biggest takeaways from it.
one of the biggest artistic undertakings i've pursued in a long time.
🎧 listen to the full pod here: https://anchor.fm/creativecontact
See What I'm Up To: https://www.instagram.com/kiaorion/ because talking to y'all is cheaper than therapy.2021-12-3137 minCreative Contact w/ Kia OrionThe Hardest Night Of My Life - My Reflections On My First Ayahuasca Experiencein this episode i reflect on my first ever ayahuasca experience.
easily one of the most challenging yet rewarding nights of my life.
i want to say that this is my experience and mine alone, everyone's is different.
f you are curious about the medicine feel free to shoot me your questions and i'd be happy to answer them as best as i can.
"Until you make the unconscious conscious, it will direct your life and you will call it fate" ~Carl Jung 2021-12-2243 minCreative Contact w/ Kia OrionThe GAME, Polyamory, and...Ayahuasca?"Until you make the unconscious conscious, it will direct your life and you will call it fate" ~Carl Jung
in this episode i do a deep dive into THE GAME by Neil Strauss.
i also give my two cents on open relationships and why i've been feeling called lately to Ayahuasca.
all thoughts here entirely my own (unless expressed otherwise).
don't hate the player, hate the game.
2021-12-1742 minCreative Contact w/ Kia OrionTop Takeaways and Book Review: Seven Spiritual Laws of Successlet's talk turkey.
have books recommendations? hit me: @kiaorion2021-11-3054 minCreative Contact w/ Kia OrionYou're Already There + Reflections On Successbecause talking to y'all is cheaper than therapy2021-11-0734 minCreative Contact w/ Kia OrionAlmost Dying (again!) 3 Nights Of Intensive Care In MedellinWARNING: this episode contains content I’m aware may be upsetting or uncomfortable for some of you. If you disagree with any ideas I share here I invite you to message me privately and we can continue the discussion there.
As always I do my best to dig deep and share my most open and honest opinions with y’all. i realize these topics can be sensitive and not everyone will feel similarly, and that’s OK.
With that stuffy disclaimer out of the way…enjoy 🙏
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this episode ends abruptly because i hear either fireworks or gunshots outside my apartment lol.
which was it? listen to find out x)
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Questions? Send me an e...2021-10-1926 minCreative Contact w/ Kia Orion3 Months In Medellin (Reflections + Realizations)because talking to y'all is cheaper than therapy 2021-10-1248 minCreative Contact w/ Kia OrionLife Update 9.8.21what's life like in Medellin?
what projects am i focused on next?
am i going crazy?
all these plus your questions...and more!
slide in the DM with your ??s if you got 'em: @kiaorion2021-09-1334 minCreative Contact w/ Kia OrionDigital Nomad Q&A #1curious about nomad destinations? advice after being on the road for close to 4 years? this episode i got you covered.
have questions?
get at me: kia@kiaorion.com
IG: @kiaorion
2021-09-0221 minCreative Contact w/ Kia OrionMinimalism + How To Get More With Lessthis is another Q&A episode all about minimalism and how to incorporate that into your lifestyle...without losing ALL your friends.
have questions? would love to answer 'em on the next episode.
e: kia@kiaorion.com
IG: @kiaorion2021-08-2633 minCreative Contact w/ Kia OrionLife Update From Medellinnot gonna lie, i've been losing my mind a little since moving here. 2021-08-1817 minCreative Contact w/ Kia OrionBack From Hiatus/ 30th Birthday Shenaniganslate upload! getting back to regular schedule programming i promise2021-08-1530 minCreative Contact w/ Kia OrionTop Books (And Ideas) That Have Changed My Lifehave been wanting to do this forever and finally got around to it.
As of May 2021 these are some of the books that have had the biggest impact on me mentally, spiritually, emotionally, and all the other -llys.
broke ‘em down into categories and gave my 2cents + biggest takeaways in the pod
enjoy!
P.S. any game changers for you I missed? Let me know!
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MINDSET:
-Carol Dweck - mindset
-the only be...2021-05-3147 minCreative Contact w/ Kia OrionMy First Experience Hiring A Sex-Worker*this episode is not for the faint of heart. If you’re easily offended skip this one*
This past week was my first foray into the world of hiring a sex-worker.
As someone who makes sense of the human condition through documentation I thought there might be some valuable takeaways sharing the experience and the thought process behind it.
This episode isn’t to shame or judge other people’s decisions or beliefs.
You’re welcome to do and believe what you want.
As am I.
All thoughts...2021-05-2448 minCreative Contact w/ Kia Orion20 Important Lessons From My 20sWhen we’re young we have all these goals and things we want to accomplish by 30.
I know I did.
But what happens if we don’t achieve them by then?
You just roll those goals over into the next 10 years!
Problem solved.
When I was 20 I was trying to be a rapper…and in a few weeks I’ll be 30…and still trying to be a rapper.
The good news is I’ve learned a lot over the last decade, and in this episode I’m going to come d...2021-05-1349 minCreative Contact w/ Kia OrionTraveling through Mexico with mom, headlining MSG, and best advice for producers first starting out.We're back!
And experimenting with the new format for the show.
We start out with mom's recent journey from Oaxaca, to Mexico City, and eventually Puerto Vallarta.
I give a brief update on where I'm at with the music and online biz, and then end with some listener Q&A.
In this episode you’ll learn three of my biggest gems for newbie producers.
Want your question answered on the next show? Shoot me an email: kia@kiaorion.com or slide in the dm: https://www.instagram.com/kiaorion/
2021-05-0421 minCreative Contact w/ Kia OrionSeason 4 and new directionWHATUP!?
i can't believe we started this sucker almost 4 years ago.
even though they aren't technically "labeled" i consider this podcast to have seasons.
the way that life has seasons, waxes and wanes, so does...podcasting? yeah, let's go with that.
i've been reflecting a lot on what direction i want to take this sucker this year and i'm excited for this next season.
i'm going to try a mixture of different things, at least some of which i hope you dig.
i dive into all of that...2021-04-1929 minCreative Contact w/ Kia OrionLife update/Business Ideas from Quarantineanother week in the life. are you losing your mind yet in quarantine? got some dope business ideas for you in this one if you are! 2020-05-1724 minCreative Contact w/ Kia OrionHow to create good habits/break bad ones/losing my sanityNew pod/life update!
Documenting the journey and bring you along for the ride.
Gems/New Developments/Old Developments…
Here’s this update in a nutshell:
-Two podcasts that were GAME changers for your boy around mindset and environment:
Jim Kwik on the Jordan Harbinger Show
James Clear (Atomic Habits) on Social Media Marketing Pod
-Reflections on the #songadaychallenge and struggles/takeaways
-Update on my mini-break up and why I’m grateful for the pain (no I’m not a masochist…or am I…)2020-05-0415 minCreative Contact w/ Kia OrionLife Update 4.22.20 The Journey ContinuesNew pod/life update.
Documenting the journey for y’all and got some lil gems for you this week:
Here’s this update in a nutshell:
-Potential biz opportunities I see right now and trying to take advantage of
-Some goal setting tips that were a game changer for me
-Thoughts so far on the #songadaychallenge and why it scares me
-The importance of simply showing up and doing the work
-Update on my temporary love life2020-04-2520 minCreative Contact w/ Kia OrionSONG A DAY CHALLENGE AND QUARANTINE MINI-DOCBroooo we got some SH*T to talk about this week.
Enrolled in my buddy’s growth accelerator and it got me thinking all types of crazy.
Here’s this update in a nutshell:
-One song a day challenge (M-F)
-Experimenting with different styles and getting your input
-Submitting to Gary V’s Monday to Monday playlist
-Creating a mini doc about it in quarantine
-Confronting fear and what I’ve been telling myself to justify it
-Falling in love with a temporary girlfrie...2020-04-1919 minCreative Contact w/ Kia OrionLife Update 3.28.20Life amidst quarantine in Oaxaca Mexico. For more info get at me kia@kiaorion.com2020-04-1720 minCreative Contact w/ Kia OrionFirst Month In Mexico & Corona OutbreakLife update from my new apartment in Oaxaca mexico - 3.19.202020-04-1511 minCreative Contact w/ Kia OrionBiggest Takeaways From 2020 & What's Next?Life update!
Been a minute since I did an episode of the podcast. Went home for the holidays and well…you know how it goes…
In this episode I cover briefly what I’ve been up to, what’s next for your boy, and my biggest takeaways from 2019.
2020 is off to a good start, got a few irons in the fire I’m excited to tell y’all about.
Let’s get it.2020-01-2118 minCreative Contact w/ Kia OrionHow do you cope when dreams don't come true?WHAT’S GOOD Y’ALL.
We back in action. new podcast. how is shit going on in life? love? music? let’s talk about it
life shit:
-i quit. i quit my job. straight up.
-launched my new online course for music production
-hero's journey. moving home with mom and dad. going to regroup. wrestling with childhood dreams and present moments.
-what’s next nomad wise? mexico or medellin
TOP TAKEAWAYS FROM THIS WEEK
(starting at 22:20)
Sam Ovens
-solve a proble...2019-11-2031 minCreative Contact w/ Kia OrionI QUIT.WHAT’S GOOD Y’ALL?
back with another episode of the podcast. some big news this week and ideas i’m stoked to talk about.
first things first.
BIZ. I’m launching the new cohort of my Beat Bootcamp and couldn’t be more stoked to get this cracking. if you’re interested i’ll have a lot more information coming down the pipeline. but shoot me a message kia@kiaorion.com and let’s level your production ALL THE WAY UP.
second.
podcast is going to take a new direction. i...2019-11-1425 minCreative Contact w/ Kia OrionAre you letting someone else be the hero in your story?back at it! sorry for the late upload y’all. but...life. you feel me?
gearing up with a new direction for the tunes and the online courses and also got some DOPE takeaways for y’all.
let’s get into the biggest takeaways this week-
(starting at the 8 minute mark…)
STORYBRAND
-what’s the story your business is telling? hit pain points and give customer 3 steps. analyze your message and give a direct call to action.
-spell out the stakes. then show what your life will look like...2019-10-3122 minCreative Contact w/ Kia OrionI WAS KIDNAPPED...also doing what you love and not assigning meaning to sh*tOOOOWEEEE we really about to get it. This episode got some GEMS from Levi Strauss, Gary V, and Tim Ferriss.
In terms of Kilo we got some fun updates for y’all. Went to Pai with friends this past week and got weird in the mountains. Then came back home and have been more focused than I’ve been in a long time.
Feel like I’ve finally figured out some secret sauce and stoked to share it with y’all.
OK, on to the takeaways:
(STARTING AT 12 MINUTES)
Levi Str...2019-10-2227 minCreative Contact w/ Kia OrionFinding Solace In the Process/Why Different Is Better Than Better/What Are You Saying Yes To?BACK IN ACTION. My mom came to visit me in Thailand and we had an absolute blast. But now it’s back to work!
TL;DR if you want to skip all my personal bullshit I get into the top takeaways around 11:30.
The biggest takeaways this week come from Tim Ferriss, Jason Fried, and Ryan Holiday on stillness. Here are a few that really resonated with me:
Tim Ferriss Q&A-
-If you can not be happy with what you have, nothing you ever get will make you happy.
-D...2019-10-1335 minCreative Contact w/ Kia OrionBuddhism Retreat/Craving Attention/The Importance of Choosing Your AudienceComin FRESH off a Buddhism retreat your boy got hella takeaways for y’all this week.
Back in Chiang Mai and couldn’t be more stoked. Forgot how easy and comfortable life is here.
I hit y’all with a quick (or not so quick: let’s be real) life update and then dive into the takeaways from the learning this week.
Here are some of the biggest things I learned this week, as well as the content that I learned ‘em from.
BUDDHISM-
-We’re the cause of...2019-09-2326 minCreative Contact w/ Kia OrionMOVING TO THAILAND/HOW TO BUILD A PERSONAL BRAND/WHY LATE BLOOMERS WINnew episode. new gems. esketit.
I recorded this a few hours before heading back to chiang mai for the fall. listened to some LIFE CHANGING podcasts this past week and i’m stoked to share the takeaways with y’all.
the takeaways and episodes learned this week:
Noah Kagan interview
-don’t think about how to create a subscription business. think about what you could offer people they’d be excited to pay you money for
-keep it simple. how can you test your idea and start making money now?...2019-09-1731 minCreative Contact w/ Kia OrionDEALING WITH FEAR/YOUR UNTAPPED SUPERPOWER/GETTING MY ASS KICKEDWHATUP!
Your boy is back in action, comin in hot with another episode of the new podcast.
I’m bringing you a life update and the top 4 most helpful/interesting things I learned over the last week.
The show starts with personal Kia adventures: last week in Vietnam, getting my ass kicked by my trainer, being grateful af, and…writing a book?
Then we dive in headfirst. Topics on the episode this week are:
14:25: Some strategies to help with fear/your inner critic
22:28: Your focus is your supe...2019-09-0933 minCreative Contact w/ Kia OrionOne star reviews, grit or quit, and becoming superhuman.OK y’all. it’s time to switch shit up. i’ve been on a real mission lately to re-evaluate where i’m at in my life and where i’m going. because of this i’ve been learning a LOT. and in order to make the most out of these shows i thought it would be cool to synthesize the top 4 things i learned this last week into one place for you.
These are the three interviews I heard this last week that were a game changer:
Dr. Joe Dispenza on mindset
Tom Bilyeu o...2019-09-0232 minCreative Contact w/ Kia OrionWE BACK B*TCHESooweeooo! it has been a minute. your boy took a hiatus from the podcast for a bit. but we diving back in. i'm still in SE asia so it won't be as interview based. i recently made the decision to pursue my career as an artist more full time. so this will be an outlet to document that journey. i'm capturing it in video for youtube and figured i'd give folks the option to listen to if they'd rather not have to see my scruffy mug. so i'll be uploading again weekly. it might even take a new direction...2019-08-2723 minCreative Contact w/ Kia OrionPARENTING GEMS FROM MY MOST ELUSIVE GUEST (aka my mom)I don’t even know where to start with these show notes…
This is the hardest I’ve ever worked to get someone on the podcast. I am so stoked to finally drop this joint. In honor of Mother’s day this was one of the rare moments I’ve been able to record with my mom. It’s crazy that I’m almost 30 and I’m just now beginning to understand how much this woman sacrificed for me and my big bro. When I take the time to reflect on it I can now start to see how her pare...2019-05-1249 min
Creative Contact w/ Kia OrionNEW ONLINE COURSE/NEW HATif you’ve ever tried to teach yourself any audio or video editing software you understand the learning curve can be steep af.
i know the feeling. i’ve been making beats now damn near a decade and still learn new shit everyday. but that’s the beauty of it. if you’re able to stay curious and inspired it’s half the battle.
i’ve been hinting not so subtly about this new course on music production i’m putting together, and in today’s podcast i talk about everything that goes into it, what it covers, and my overall vision fo...2019-02-2721 min
Creative Contact w/ Kia OrionTHE HERO'S JOURNEY: A Candid Conversation with Christopher ChiuWhen two men from upstate link up across the world you know it’s gonna be something special.
I had the pleasure of sitting down with @christopherwchiu this week for the podcast, and when i say we GOT one? Bruh. Y’all don’t even know.
If you don’t know about Chris you’re about to. I’ve been a fan of this man for about 8 months and I’m so stoked I finally had a chance to chop it up with him.
This man has lived about 7 different lives at this point. What an adventure.
We get into all the crazy...2019-02-121h 18
Creative Contact w/ Kia OrionTHE LEGEND RETURNS: With Modern Philosopher Ian LewisIf you haven't heard my first interview with Ian, peep episode number #3 of this podcast. yup. you heard (err...read) that right. my third podcast ever was with this man. he had just returned from coaching basketball in bangkok. and now we're in chiang mai. life is a mind fuck.
Ian came back out to Thailand on a new life adventure and we were able to chop it up on my rooftop. Ian shares how he was on the fast track to getting a Masters and being a teacher. until he jumped into those philly schools! man, i wish i...2019-02-051h 11
Creative Contact w/ Kia OrionBTG: Nomad Summit Recap/Why You're Holding Yourself Backi had a blast at the nomad summit this past weekend. your boy hit some major breakthroughs. in this episode of the podcast i reflect on my takeaways and the new direction i’m taking the biz. -
i left the weekend feeling hella inspired to teach what i’m passionate about. i never have gotten super into it before because it felt like a huge task to put together a course. but it doesn’t have to be.
the beauty of teaching online is that it doesn’t have to appeal to everyone. you can get granular with it. so inste...2019-01-2514 min
Creative Contact w/ Kia OrionBEHIND THE GRIND: Back in Chiang Mai/Travel Stories/Why Being Broke Is A Blessingwe back in studio for the podcast!
one of the big lessons i’ve learned and share in this show is the power of being broke. because it forces you to get crafty, and in doing so you learn how to do a lot of shit yourself.
i harp on that point a lot, and i truly believe in it. but another aspect of it i touch on is how much DIY projects also feed you some humble pie. because when you’re doing shit yourself it will probably lack more quality than if a paid professional did it.
but that...2019-01-1621 min
Creative Contact w/ Kia OrionBEHIND THE GRIND: Life in upstate NY & Why you need to create for yourself firstback at the CRIB. this one is a half and half joint. part life update about how things are going back at the crib, and then i talk about where i'm at and taking the beat business.
happy holidays no matter what you're celebrating. sending love to you and yours from across the universe.
If you need music or just want to bullshit you know where to find me.
Let's WORK!
Connect with the boy:
www.orionbeats.com
social: @kiaorion
kia@orionbeats.com
Become a supporter of this podcast:
https://anchor.fm/creativecontact/support2018-12-2525 min
Creative Contact w/ Kia OrionBEHIND THE GRIND: Six Month Reflection/1:30AM Airport Musingsthis shit is all over the place! but when am i not? part chiang mai reflection, part sleep deprived airport musings. enjoy!
Become a supporter of this podcast:
https://anchor.fm/creativecontact/support2018-12-1734 min
Creative Contact w/ Kia OrionBEHIND THE GRIND: November earnings report/Why you should give away your best stuff for freei set a goal in november that i'd be able to pay my rent for the month off beats. and we did it! i detail the process of how much i earned in november off music, and where the biggest profits came from.
If you need music or just want to bullshit you know where to find me.
Let's WORK!
Connect with the boy:
www.orionbeats.com
social everything: @kiaorion
kia@orionbeats.com
Become a supporter of this podcast:
https://anchor.fm/creativecontact/support2018-12-0428 min
Creative Contact w/ Kia OrionBEHIND THE GRIND: education, the importance of autonomy, and hats.this week i get a little worked up this week talking about the business and how little school prepared me for life. especially because i felt so personally invested in/frustrated by my education.
it’s crazy how our system in the states is still set up to make you a good worker for someone else. and probably saddle you with a shit ton of loans in the process.
oh those dreams you were after? yeah, have fun chasing those. here’s $150,000 of debt you’ve gotta start paying in a year. good luck.
the best skills i’ve learned for work...2018-11-2928 min
Creative Contact w/ Kia OrionBEHIND THE GRIND: Episode 3In the spirit of the holidays and being thankful i wanted to try fasting for a few days.
I like to do these small experiments to check myself. I find it helps me appreciate what I’ve got, I think it can be easy to lose track of that.
So, after finishing an 84 hour fast I wanted to dive into the details.
This episode of the podcast is almost exclusively about preparing for the fast, the effects of it, and recommendations if you’re planning your own.
A lot of folks say that fasting is a bit of a spiritual expe...2018-11-2225 min
Creative Contact w/ Kia OrionBEHIND THE GRIND: Episode 2WHATUP!
Your boy somehow caught the flu in one of the hottest places on earth. smh. so it was a bit of a rough week, but a good week. apologize for the sniffles.
Spent most of it building out the new online beatstore which is now up and at 'em! www.orionbeats.com if you want to peep it. I'm currently testing a ton of different elements of the site, so if you want to check it out and give me feedback I'm all ears.
The biz is going well, making a steady growth of sales each month. My customers...2018-11-1516 min
Creative Contact w/ Kia OrionBEHIND THE GRIND: Episode 1Ay! This is something I've been doing for a while but finally found a name for it. These will be weekly episodes that I do on weeks I don't have guests, where I take you behind the scenes building out the online biz and talk about what's going on personally.
I'll also be filming these episodes as much as possible so if that's more your thing you can watch 'em on what my dad would say "the Youtube".
The episodes will cover what I'm learning in terms of marketing/business, fitness, travel shenanigans, and everything in between. If you know...2018-11-0221 minCreative Contact w/ Kia OrionFINDING HAPPINESS: Teaching Mindfulness Around The World With Jeremy Lipkowitz"will i ever be happy?"
Jeremy Lipkowitz was at the peak of his career and couldn't find happiness. on the surface it looked like everything was working out perfectly, but behind closed doors, it couldn't have been farther from the truth.
only a few years ago Jeremy was struggling daily with addiction while earning his PhD in Genetics at Duke. he ended up leaving the university and a potential fancy degree to pursue his true passion.
Jeremy is now an educator who teaches mindfulness around the world. he offers simple and easy guided mindfulness meditations to help people reduce stress...2018-10-031h 47
Creative Contact w/ Kia OrionART>EVERYTHING: Stories From The Heart With Singer/Songwriter Dylan Owenthe man. the myth. the legend. i can't tell you how long i've been waiting for this episode.
one of my best friends and dopest artists/songwriters i know blessed me with this interview right before i came to thailand. he's the last friendly face i saw before taking the leap abroad, and there's a reason why.
Dylan Owen has been one of my best friends since I was 19 years old. it's absolutely crazy to think about, i can still remember the day we met. you might say i have a bit of a man crush. and i'd say you're...2018-09-241h 50Creative Contact w/ Kia OrionTRAVELING THE WORLD FOR SIX YEARS STRAIGHT: Filmmaker & Photographer Ermo EgbertsWHATUP DOE.
Its been a while since the last episode, but I'm making it up to you with an ESPECIALLY dope guest this time around.
My man Ermo Egberts is a photographer/videographer/documentary filmmaker who has been traveling the world for the past six years. If you're curious what life as a digital nomad is like, this is the one for you.
We talk about life in India, Australia, New Zealand, Cambodia, Portugal, Switzerland, Chiang Mai...you get the point. After working in factories and other odd jobs while traveling to make ends meet, Ermo decided to go all...2018-08-151h 22
Creative Contact w/ Kia OrionWHO WHAT WOLF: Philly Musician/Producer/Performer Gabe WolfAn incredibly sentimental episode, this was the very final episode of Orion Radio before it became Creative Contact. The good news is we closed out the old brand with a bang.
This weeks guest is one of THE most electric performers I've ever seen. Gabe Wolf is a Philadelphia native who is one of the city's most promising upcoming musicians. I met Gabe on his rooftop during a house party and we bonded immediately over the self-doubt, ego, and the absolute mindfuck that comes along with being an artist.
Whether he's throwing a show or self-producing his newest project, G...2018-07-311h 44
Creative Contact w/ Kia OrionLIVE YOUR TRUTH: Traveler, Creator, and Connector Deborah CharmelusFor close to a year Deb Charmelus has been working as a Princeton Teaching Fellow in Penang, Malaysia. But before traveling the world, she spent her time growing up and finding herself in Philly.
Deb is one of those people who always seems to know what's cool. Even when I think I'm up on some shit she's lightyears ahead of me. As an avid music lover we've always had a lot to talk about, and in this episode, we dive into her life growing up in a Haitian family, how she ended up managing her brother's band, and what life...2018-07-161h 31
Creative Contact w/ Kia OrionSOLO DOLO SHOW EP #36Ay! we back riding solo. this episode covers a little bit of everything. it's part kia life update part music review.
i've been wanting to talk about these albums for a minute but decided to wait until my boo dropped so i could kill two birds with one stone.
pun intended.
if you're bored and you're curious about what life in thailand is like we cover my ant infested apartment, first muay thai lesson abroad, and what a thai massage is really like.
then i spend far too long bashing the GOOD music roll out and not enough time on...2018-07-0328 min
Creative Contact w/ Kia OrionA WEEK AT HOG HEAVEN: Rick Rogers (aka my dad) Pt: 4If you missed the other chapters with my dad check those here first: https://soundcloud.com/creativecontact/catch-22-childrens-author-rick-rogers-aka-my-dad-pt-1
Before coming to Thailand I spent a month at home prepping for the trip. I spent a lot of that time with my dad, and he was nice enough to let me bust the mics out for part of it.
This is part 4 of my dad's journey. However, this chapter is less about my dad and more about re-uniting with his childhood friend, Critter. They ride motorcycles. They get into bar fights. And someone may or may not get an ear...2018-06-2527 min
Creative Contact w/ Kia OrionTHE SEARCH FOR CRITTER : Life Stories w/ Rick Rogers (aka my dad) Pt. 3If you missed Pt 1 & 2 with my dad check those here first: https://soundcloud.com/creativecontact/catch-22-childrens-author-rick-rogers-aka-my-dad-pt-1
Before coming to Thailand I spent a month at home prepping for the trip. I spent a lot of that time with my dad, and he was nice enough to let me bust the mics out for part of it.
This is part 3 of my dad's journey. He's out of the army and after four years of teaching realizes there's more to life.
What happens next? Well you'll have to listen to find out!
Okay, fine I'll just tell you.
Life works in...2018-06-0445 min
Creative Contact w/ Kia OrionTHE BEAUTY OF A SIMPLE LIFE: World Traveler Vadym YavychVadym Yavych has spent the past 7 months on the road. I met Vadym at a club meeting for travelers in Chiang Mai Thailand last week and he was nice enough to let me talk to him about his life growing up in the Ukraine.
We met up in a busy mall on Sunday afternoon (pardon the noise) before going to the movies to see Deadpool. He drops some gems on traveling, his summer waiting tables at iHop, and how to live life with intention.
This man has great stories about finding happiness and is wise beyond his years. It was...2018-05-2144 min
Creative Contact w/ Kia OrionLIFE AIN'T ALWAYS A PARTY: Co-Founder of Reconnect Efrain HernandezThis man has played an incredibly important role in my life.
Efrain Hernandez aka Big E aka Mr. Gift of Gab has been a dear mentor and friend of mine for the past five years. We met up in Central Park (pardon the background noise) hours before my flight to Thailand.
Street Hustler, Ball-Player, and now the Co-Founder of the non-profit Reconnect Brooklyn - this man has done it all.
He has no phone, no computer, and no social media so if you want to get in contact good luck. Let me know and I'll send the carrier pigeon.
An...2018-05-141h 07Creative Contact w/ Kia OrionSOLO DOLO THAILAND?WE BACK.
Spent some time back in Upstate NY preparing for a new adventure. Giving y'all an update on life while preparing to take you on the road with me.
I already miss Philly but there's a lot of world to see and it's about damn time we go see it. Grab your favorite cold beverage and come kick it with the boy.
Enjoy!
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Creative Contact w/ Kia OrionKNOW WHAT YOU STAND FOR: Life Stories Part 2 w/ DadIf you missed part 1 with my dad check it here first: https://soundcloud.com/creativecontact/catch-22-childrens-author-rick-rogers-aka-my-dad-pt-1
You might not realize it but Colin Kaepernick is actually taking moves from dad's playbook. You'll know what I mean when you peep the show.
Had a chance to sit down again with pops and got part 2 of his life story pre-Kia.
This is a real homegrown episode. You get to hear the family cat in the background, the rice cooker beeping, and a special story if you stick around till the end.
I feel blessed I'm able to have this type of...2018-04-221h 08
Creative Contact w/ Kia OrionDAY BY DAY: Visual Artist Durrell Hospedale aka MakeWondersWorldwideIf there's a rapper who is poppin in Philly I'd bet Durrell has shot for him.
Durrell aka MAKEWONDERSWORLDWIDE came by the kitchen a while back and chopped it up about life as an independent photographer.
If you're curious about life behind the scenes as a visual artist this is the one for you.
If you're in the PHL or LA area and need dope visuals drop this man a line.
You can connect with him and see his feature in hypefreshmag below.
https://hypefreshmag.com/hf-exclusive-interviews/makewonders-making-magic-one-shot-at-a-time
Let me know what you think!
Connect with D:
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Creative Contact w/ Kia OrionGRINDMODE: Philly Rapper ToNe WileyI don't know how he does it. This man is a dad AND an artist. ToNe Wiley is a Philadelphia native with an incredible story.
ToNe was willing to chop it up with the boy in the kitchen a few weeks back. He came out to West Philly and we talked about what it's like being an artist while balancing a family.
You can't wait for the hand of god to come down from the sky and give it to you. If you've got dreams you have to take action. ToNe drops some great gems on how to do just...2018-04-021h 04
Creative Contact w/ Kia OrionSOLO DOLO SHOW #5: Movin On OutWas supposed to upload yesterday but my hard drive crashed. So we're a day late. DEAL WITH IT.
Big news next week! Stay tuned x)
Enjoy!2018-03-3119 min
Creative Contact w/ Kia OrionCATCH 22: Children's Author Rick Rogers (aka my dad) PT 1What to even put here...
I INTERVIEW MY DAD JUST LISTEN TO IT, OKAY?
If you know anything about me you know how dope my parents are. That's nothing against your parents...and it's not a competition but...mine are just...
better?
Sidebar: please DM my mom https://www.instagram.com/jaa17/ and tell her to stop being a baby and do the podcast already...
I was fortunate enough to sit down with my old man, Rick Rogers, and dive deep into life pre-Kia. (God knows I came along and ruined everything.)
Pops has been working on an autobiography since 2012...2018-03-261h 25
Creative Contact w/ Kia OrionSOLO DOLO SHOW #4: Time Travel, EP Release, and General Kia BafooneryWHY U SLEEPIN ON THE BOY?
This is a fun and short episode where I mostly make a fool of myself. I talk about my interview with Marcus Branch, what I've got in store for you over the next few weeks, and my buddy/artist/musician friend Dylan Owen's upcoming project.
Big ups to all the folks who peeped the new tracks and gave me feedback. If you haven't listened yet you can find the new jams anywhere you get music.
DOPE NEWS ON THE WAY STAY TUUUUNEDDDD. and have an incredible weekend.
*always enjoy alcohol responsibly.
Listen to the...2018-03-2211 min
Creative Contact w/ Kia OrionI NEVER HAD A PLAN B: Artistic Genius & Educator Marcus BranchBRUH. This man really does it all. When I say multi-dimensional it doesn't even come close to an accurate description.
Photographer, director, dancer, model, the list goes on...
I met up with Marcus a few weeks ago at a cozy little cafe on Pine Street. He dropped some CRAZY gems on the boy and was hands down one of the dopest artists I've ever had the chance to meet.
We talk about what it's like growing up in the "country hood" of Norristown, going to UArts in Philly, and how he manages all of his creative pursuits at the same...2018-03-191h 22
Creative Contact w/ Kia OrionSOLO DOLO SHOW #3: New EP, Tackling Insecurity, and Upcoming ProjectsYUP. WE BACK. SOLO DOLO YOLO
(can you tell I'm excited?)
New EP and video TONIGHT. In this episode I talk about the roll out for POWER, MONEY, FAME, SEX and where the inspiration for the title and concept came from.
I also touch on the insecurities that come with releasing music, the importance of deliberate practice, renting a hotel room in jersey for a video shoot, and what's in the chamber for the next few weeks.
Shout out to all the people who helped put these pieces together AND SHOUT OUT TO YOU FOR PEEPIN THIS!
Listen to the...2018-03-1614 min
Creative Contact w/ Kia OrionLEARN TO LET GO: Creator Zeek Burse & Manager Paralee KnightI don't know if there's anything I can put here that will come even remotely close to how dope this interview was.
But a man can try.
I met up with creator Zeek Burse and his writing partner/manager Paralee Knight at a coffee shop out in old city last week. We agreed the interview would be from 10:30-11:30.
We talked from 10:30-1:30. I couldn't squeeze the whole thing into one episode but I got as much fire in as possible. I didn't even realize we spoke for that long because I was having so much fun.
They drop some...2018-03-121h 54
Creative Contact w/ Kia OrionSOLO DOLO SHOW #2: Interview Stories, Music Update, and Is Someone Breaking Into My Apartment?Riding high off a compliment from a random girl on the train, Kia comes to you this week with some updates on recent interviews, upcoming music releases (march 16th whatup), and why PHL > NYC. Also, are strangers in the apartment? Maybe. But this was recently posted so obviously he made it out okay.
(Yes, it's still me typing this copy and I'm talking about myself in third person. Deal with it.)
Short and sweet this episode gives you an update on what's going on behind the scenes of the recent content, and a peek at Kia's consistent mental decline and...2018-03-0914 min
Creative Contact w/ Kia OrionBLESS & RELEASE: Lead Singer of You Do You Katie FeeneyKatie Feeney does it all. Not only is she the lead-singer and frontwoman of the funk-rock band You Do You, but she's also the Development Director for Rock to the Future, an organization that uses contemporary music education to help youth succeed in music, school, and life.
We met in a coffee shop on a windy afternoon to talk about what it was like growing up in Pennsyltucky, the positives/pitfalls of being the lead singer in a band, and how to balance your professional career with your art.
Katie was featured recently on BillyPenn.com as one of the 19...2018-03-051h 09
Creative Contact w/ Kia OrionSOLO DOLO SHOW #1YUPPPPPP. you read that right. we flyin' DOLO today. no guest? NO PROBLEM. that's what my dad always says.**
i tell you about my weird blood problem, re-branding the podcast, new EP coming in march, and finding GEMS in an old beat machine with my buddy dave.
would love to hear your input on how the show has been going. what questions should i be asking? what's working? what isn't? there's a creative contact facebook page or slide in the DM @kiaorion.
**my dad has never said that
P.S. if you actually make it through this episode you're the...2018-03-0123 min
Creative Contact w/ Kia OrionBE FOCUSED ON THE ART: Independent Author and Founder of Paper-Chase Publications J. CerroneJ. Cerrone is an author focused on street literature, and shared some of his most life-changing stories with me this past week. I'm stoked for you guys to hear it. If you want to know what life is like as an independent author this one is for you.
Connect with J:
https://paperchasepublications.com/shop/
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EiGWBsrFxl0
https://www.instagram.com/paperchasepublications/
888-399-0365
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kiaorionmail@gmail.com2018-02-2655 min
Creative Contact w/ Kia OrionTRY EVERYTHING: Life as a dancer/writer/actor with Kingsley IbenecheHow do you go from Camden...to school for ballet, and eventually become a professional dancer? By accident. That's how. Kingsley Ibeneche is truly an artist. Now a full-time creative he finds work as a dancer, a singer/songwriter, and an actor. In this episode he shares his story and everything he went through to get here.
Kingsley will be performing at the Barnes Foundation in Philly next week, the 23rd, at 8. oh...did i mention he DANCED WITH HALSEY THIS PAST WEEKEND ON SNL? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P3prCOTpsKk
so...that happened.
Let's just say I...2018-02-191h 26
Creative Contact w/ Kia OrionLEARN YOURSELF. A Candid Conversation w/ Rap Artist Claude ForteWest Philadelphia native Claude Forte doesn't pretend to have it all figured out. But he doesn't need to. After switching his focus from playing ball to making music he's confident it's just a matter of time. And I don't blame him.
When I first heard his songs I could tell there was something unique about this dude. His voice carries a certain weight that only comes with years in the game. After losing his dad at a young age Claude realized how important it was to take his craft seriously. He has recently become a father as well, and that...2018-02-1255 min
Creative Contact w/ Kia OrionBranding & Strategy GEMS w/ Will Toms Co-Founder of RECPhillyThey don't call it the city of brotherly love for nothing. Will Toms is a young entrepreneur from Philly who is creating a new way for artists to collaborate. Growing up in and around the city Will saw how often artists were competing for the same shine. RECPhilly, a company he co-founded with his high school best friend Dave Silver, is one of the most prominent start-ups in the city.
The goal for RECPhilly was to create a space that could be a one stop shop for artists to find everything under one roof. A recording studio? Check. A visual...2018-02-0557 min
Creative Contact w/ Kia OrionA Conversation w/ Philly Living LEGEND Spade-OThis man needs no introduction. You can't talk about Philly Hip-Hop without bringing him or his group into the conversation. Spade-O from the legendary rap crew Major Figgas was generous enough to sit down and chop it up with the boy about his come-up and rap career.
We talk about what it was like growing up hustling in North Philly, signing to a major label in raps golden era, hearing his song played out of car radios for the first time, smoking cigars with Jay-Z, and much more.
Spade is currently working on the finishing touches for numerous upcoming projects...2018-01-2959 min
Creative Contact w/ Kia OrionMusic for the Revolution w/ Bets from Ill Fated NativesIf y'all from Philly then you've probably (see: definitely) heard of Ill Fated Natives. They were featured recently as one of the city's top 19 young people making noise and I was lucky enough to kick it with their bassist, Bets, for this weeks podcast.
https://billypenn.com/2017/08/29/whos-next-music-19-young-pros-creating-the-new-philadelphia-sound/
Bets and IFN are creating the soundtrack for the revolution. Bets and I talk about his experience growing up Haitian-American in NYC/Philly, the history of the band, and why it's important to make music that's meaningful. Bets also gives me advice on how to take part in hip-hop as a...2018-01-221h 39
Creative Contact w/ Kia OrionStories of a Born Hustler w/ Hip-Hop Artist RowlanTommy Rowland is a Born Hustler. You might know him as the hip-hop artist "Rowlan" who has been hitting more than a million streams a month and is working every day on being one of the biggest names in music.
Rowlan gave me an afternoon in New York last week to drop some knowledge about what it's like chasing the dream and how much work it takes to get there. We talk about his time selling phones at Verizon, his advice to up-and-coming musicians on management, and of course, his pet pig Leila. I listened to every Rowlan interview and...2018-01-1551 min
Creative Contact w/ Kia OrionA Lot of $$$ Between 0 and A Million Dollars w/ Jerame HawkinsONE OF DEM ONES. This episode is mostly me laughing with one of my biggest mentors and dearest friends, Jerame Hawkins aka Hawkeye Productions.
J is the Director of the Youth Advocate Program in Ithaca and also runs multiple online businesses. If you're into old school hip-hop and what it means to be an artist in this day and age this is the one for you.
We talk about the definition of success, making 26gs off a Blues Clues commercial, and why persistence beats passion. I also fumble my way through the story of how we met when I was 19...2018-01-071h 22
Creative Contact w/ Kia OrionFighting the Good Fight w/ Maryam ElarbiMaryam is easily one of the most woke/articulate people I know. If she's not at a rally fighting the patriarchy she's posting ridiculously good looking pictures on social. She's one of those people that just kicks ass at everything. I'm not bitter about it (maybe a little...)
Maryam came by the kitchen to talk about growing up Muslim-American and how she has been able to find a balance between the two cultures. We go DEEP on this one. She helps me understand how privilege plays into white artistry and what I can do as an aspiring musician to make...2018-01-012h 42
Creative Contact w/ Kia OrionI'm Here For A Reason w/ Spiz The ProphetThis man has seen it all. A young man growing up in North Philadelphia Spiz The Prophet has a perspective unlike anyone I've ever met. Sharing his incredible journey to Hell and back I was lucky enough to sit down with Spiz a few weeks ago during a snow storm in the city. We spoke for close to 3 hours. I chopped it down to a few of the most impactful stories, but when I say this man drops GEMS that's an understatement. This is one you don't want to miss. Give it a listen and let me know what you...2017-12-181h 29
Creative Contact w/ Kia OrionSuccess Leaves Clues w/ Proven Entrepreneur Larry BrownLet's talk turkey. Larry Brown is a West Philadelphia native who specializes in residential and commercial property all throughout PA. When his dreams of playing ball got destroyed by a thieving coach (yo fuck that dude for real tho), he turned his focus to business. If you're into property or real estate you're going to want to hear what he has to say. Larry talks about dropping out of college with one semester left, working at Vitamin Shoppe, and tips on how to survive in one of the hottest real estate markets in the game.
The talk with Larry starts...2017-12-111h 17
Creative Contact w/ Kia OrionBehind the Scenes of VICE News Tonight on HBO w/ Dexter ThomasThere's so much I admire about this man I don't know where to start. Dexter Thomas has worked for the LA Times and is currently a correspondent at VICE News Tonight on HBO. If you've ever wondered what it's like behind the scenes of a news company this is the one for you. He was at the Williamsburg hotel for work and was kind enough to give me some time. He also bought me breakfast. We spoke for close to three hours and he said very nice things about me, none of which made it in the episode. What we...2017-12-0451 min
Creative Contact w/ Kia OrionWhy Music Matters//Tales From The Crypt with Founder of NuBlack Music Group KCHands down one of my favorite interviews I've ever done. I traveled to Jersey City to get this man on the mic. KC is the founder and manager of NuBlack Music Group, a management company established in 2011 that is abandoning the sanctity of convention in life & in sound. I met KC in college soon after he had a career-ending football injury. He turned that same focus he had for sports into creating a platform for artists with incredible voices to share their unique stories. We talk about how he established the label, his Nigerian parent's Romeo & Juliet love story, and...2017-11-271h 29
Creative Contact w/ Kia OrionStop Waiting: Creative gems from Philly's own Blue Boy LAZBruh. This man really does it all. From creating eye-catching visuals to unique sonic landscapes Blue Boy LAZ is a renaissance man. We talk about creating your own reality, the process of finding your own voice, Yu Yu Hakusho, and a bunch of other cool shit that's too much for these show notes. I also butcher some Jay-Z lyrics and awkwardly talk about my family/Thanksgiving. The interview with LAZ starts @8:30.
BBL just dropped his new single GUARANTEE ft. JAKKDARHYMER which was co-produced by friend of the podcast Bad Mood Randall. Check it out here- https://soundcloud.com/blueboylaz/gaurantee-ft-jakkdarhymer-prod-badmoodrandall-x-barry-nello
...2017-11-201h 30
Creative Contact w/ Kia OrionDropping Out of College to Coaching Basketball in Bangkok: the Story of Ian LewisYeeee! This is the ONE. Music manager Ian Lewis comes by the kitchen to chop it up. We talk about what it's like waking up in a holding cell, coming back from the depths of depression, and the sacrifices of living an unconventional life. Ian is the manager of the Ill Fated Natives who are playing a show TOMORROW November 14th. Tickets are $10 and found here-
https://www.ticketfly.com/event/1579397-ill-fated-natives-philadelphia/
Ian is a pure soul and a hell of a storyteller. Hope you get as much out of this as I did!
Connect with Ian:
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Creative Contact w/ Kia OrionTouring The World In a Punk Band & Creating An Alter-Ego: A Conversation w/ Randall GreenleafAy. We back. Welcome to the first ever second episode of Orion Radio. Come sit down with me and Randall as we talk about creating an alter-ego, the Boston punk scene, and how important it is to find your voice creatively. Randall is a singer/producer/engineer/all around creative dude who used to tour the world as a drummer and is now making hip-hop/r&b jams in philly. He's fresh off the release of his new song "Bruise" which you can find below.
At some point we end up talking about our most influential books and couldn't remember...2017-11-061h 30
Creative Contact w/ Kia OrionWE OUT HERE w/ illustrator & artistic genius Dave ProchYeah. We're doing a podcast. It's going to be experimental and about promoting my guests but secretly for me to steal their creative inspirations and take them for my own. Dave Proch stops by to talk about growing up in Philadelphia, Vanilla Ice's hair, and what it's like trying to make a living as a cartoonist. Interview with Dave starts at 9 minutes. I also review the new album Sonder Son by Brent Faiyaz.
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