GERMAN EPISODE (audio is fully in German) In this episode I sat down with Comedian Usus Mango. He is best known for founding RebellComedy many years ago, which has now become the biggest comedic act in all of Germany. After going to one of the RebellComedy shows in Bonn myself, I knew I had to get him for the Podcast. I had never before felt so many feelings watching a German Stand up before. Not only was the show relatable for so many Germans with a migrant background, Usus truly has trailblaze...
Mar 07, 2023•1 hr 29 min•Season 1Ep. 22
GERMAN EPISODE (audio is fully in German) In this episode I sat down with Author Massoud Doktoran who is based out of my 'hometown' Cologne, Germany. We discussed his new book 'Brenn Schule, Brenn!', which talks about German School systems and the consequences of dividing children into different 'intelligence' brackets in said system. I've never read a book like this one, the protagonist being a so called foreigner dealing with racism and other identity issues growing up in Germany, written in a...
Sep 06, 2022•1 hr 40 min•Season 1Ep. 21
First time I interviewed a fellow podcaster on Hi Creative Mind! Raf is a writer, podcast producer and host of Straight To DVD, a show that all Movie buffs need to go download now! We discussed Raf's film studies and writing career, how he got into the corporate world and managed to create his own show while working office hours. I really got so much out of this conversation learning how to approach the many projects I have going on at the same time and still prioritizing one over the other to b...
Jun 15, 2022•1 hr 8 min•Season 1Ep. 20
Last year, I got a chance to interview Bruno, a former professional Basketball player based out of Switzerland, while the borders were still closed. We have known each other for years and Bruno shared his journey from playing sports in school to transitioning to a professional athlete career. The obstacles he endured not only physically, but everything in between from cultural barries and lessons to rediscovering who he was and what he truly wanted. He has now launched his own company focusing o...
Jan 24, 2022•44 min•Season 1Ep. 19
I met Valley in a Brooklyn studio set of an editorial shoot I was styling and we instantly connected. She has such a pure presence, you can't not notice her. After the shoot, she told me a little bit about her music and life and I knew I had to interview her for my podcast. We got to work together on her music video, and other perfomances she had in NYC, before we finally sat down and recorded this episode. Who you listen to on here, is who she really is, and let us remember: open hearts, open m...
Nov 15, 2021•48 min•Season 1Ep. 18
In this Episode, I met with Kenya-born Artist Treesha back in my hometown Cologne, Germany and discussed her musical journey from starting as a backup vocalist for Gentleman, a globally established Reggae artist from Cologne, to breaking out on her own, making her way through the struggles of producing albums, studying for a medical career, navigating a male dominated industry & staying true to herself despite the hardships that came along in the pursuit of becoming a Solo Female Artist. I h...
Oct 01, 2021•31 min•Season 1Ep. 17
Originally, this was a 2.5 hour long conversation with NYC based Artist Kamau. We met inside the Strand Bookstore and recorded this interview under not so ideal conditions (Queue the AC). However, it is one of my favorite episodes, as you will hear, there is so much to take away from this. Kamau not only talked about his early life and how he got into music, but also shared valuable tips for up and coming artists and any person wanting to advance themselves/ their skills. Questions of Identity, ...
Aug 31, 2021•45 min•Season 1Ep. 16
I met Maria in Brooklyn while she was touring the US and was fortunate to reconnect with her in Berlin where she is based out of and sit down for a conversation. Intrigued by her many artistic endeavors, questions on growth of an artist, dimensions of the different crafts, and creation of the various persona were addressed. Listen to the full episode for an intimate performance of her single: 'Let me Float'. I hope you enjoy this episode and do leave feedback, as always greatly appreciated and t...
Jul 21, 2021•27 min•Season 1Ep. 15
July 2020 - In the Midst of Protests, Unrest, Individual Stress, Creative Project Manager and Investor JB Mathies joined me for the second time on my show. Sharing his personal journey going from the projects of Louisville, Kentucky to creating a whole new narrative for himself, a complete contrast and departure from earlier life. The perfect antidote for all of us who felt and still feel emotionally all over the place during this time: In this Episode JB displays his analytical approach to our ...
Jul 05, 2021•1 hr 16 min•Season 1Ep. 14
It was just the first week of Lockdown last March, and though this Interview was supposed to be in person, it ended up being virtual. In this Episode, I spoke with Chicago raised, NY based Actor, Writer, Painter Anthony Venturini. I asked him everything I needed advise for and his own endeavors and experiences pursuing his dreams in NY. Like all artists - we can find ourselves in major doubts, lost, overwhelmed. I can assure that listening to this Episode will enrich your perspectives as it was ...
Jun 22, 2021•1 hr 11 min•Season 1Ep. 13
A year ago, June 2020, I reconnected with my friend Actor, Writer, Producer and Model Thomas Ramseur-King via Zoom to converse about the climate at the time and discuss lessons in lockdown. We dove deep into why we have to heal as Individuals first before we can strive and expect to heal as a people and country. Thomas has written, acted and produced several films and is always a great resource for me when I am looking to gain other perspectives. He not only shared his own experiences with syste...
Jun 09, 2021•1 hr•Season 1Ep. 12
I was fortunate I got to catch Chrissy while she was still in Cologne before heading back to Berlin and get to know more about her background and journey from Classical Dance to Voguing. Coming from an Eastern European Home, a Stoic and a more reserved mentality may not seem to be the foundation for someone to get into the Ballroom Scene. We all know the amazingly talented high achievers, dancers and athletes coming from Eastern European Countries. For Chrissy, also known as Crystal Saint Lauren...
May 04, 2021•42 min•Season 1Ep. 11
I met Kjirsten on IG when I first came out to New York. We have collaborated on Social Media and I have since watched her elevate and grow her Beauty Business. An amazingly inspiring Woman, a Solopreneur, Small Business Owner and Spray Tan Artist, who had to not only shut down her studio, but also pivot her entire operating structure due to the pandemic. I was so happy to get a chance to visit her in her Brooklyn Studio and learn about her start and journey throughout. This Interview was recorde...
Apr 09, 2021•59 min•Season 1Ep. 10
A very close friend of mine in Berlin introduced me to Albanian Model and Actor Arselajda some years ago. We have since worked together and supported each others endeavors when possible. This is one of the most honest interviews I had so far and I am so grateful to continue celebrating Women's Month with another amazingly compassionate and talented woman on this show. In this episode, we discuss Arselajda's immigration journey to America, starting a modeling career and being able to go back home...
Mar 17, 2021•41 min•Season 1Ep. 9
Javeonna & I met on set in Los Angeles many years ago and have become friends and worked together a few times since. In Celebration of Womens Month, I had to share her story and perspectives relating to the modeling/entertainment industry. Not only because she is such a genuine, beautiful and smart woman, but also because it is imperative to understand certain elements before getting into this genre of work. Listen to this episode as Javeonna talks about her start as a model, misconceptions,...
Mar 02, 2021•46 min•Season 1Ep. 8
Rob & I met on set in New York pre-pandemic, and I styled him for a German Fashion Campaign. He has one of those rare stories, so I had to bring him on the show to share. In this Episode (during the first Lockdown), Rob Rea, an Irish Entrepreneur talks about his magical journey from being a banker in Northern Ireland to traveling the world, living in different countries and working as a successful Model, something he never thought was possible. Tune in for the full scoop. Hi Creative Mind - ...
Feb 08, 2021•1 hr 7 min•Season 1Ep. 7
I was in Los Angeles last month and met with two of my favorite people, JB & Thomas - who have been guests on the show before - to reflect on the year, talk about our challenges, lessons, & breakthroughs. We share our different perspectives by answering questions we had prepared for each other, as well as have a conversation about the major events of 2020, and what the future should look like. Thank you for tuning in, we hope you enjoy this one. Hi Creative Mind - is a Podcast/Vodcast pr...
Dec 30, 2020•54 min•Season 1Ep. 6
Architect and 3D Designer Marlon J Davis sat down with me during the early stages of the Covid19 Era to discuss his work; from early influences to critical thought in design discourse. Topics such as Redlining, Spatial Ability, his presence operating in a white dominated industry, to leading his own design work with components of Social Justice that allow to create a culture in which spaces are designed including underrepresented groups are covered in this episode. Hi Creative Mind - is a Podcas...
Jul 07, 2020•1 hr 28 min•Season 1Ep. 5
Model & Activist Mamé met me on Zoom because we are on opposite coasts.. oh and due to quarantine of course ;- to talk recent economical, social events 2 days after the George Floyd murder, her experience as a Ghanaian and learning to assume black trauma living in the US. Ally-ship in the re-emergence of the civil rights movement and Elements of her own Philanthropic work are discussed in this two part episode.
Jul 01, 2020•1 hr 3 min•Season 1Ep. 4
Model & Activist Mamé met me on Zoom because we are on opposite coasts.. oh and due to quarantine of course ;- to talk recent economical, social events 2 days after the George Floyd murder, her experience as a Ghanaian and learning to assume black trauma living in the US. Ally-ship in the re-emergence of the civil rights movement and Elements of her own Philanthropic work are discussed in this two part episode. Hi Creative Mind - is a Podcast/Vodcast produced and hosted by Designer and Styli...
Jun 24, 2020•53 min•Season 1Ep. 3
JB Mathies & Thomas Ramseur-King talk LA life, challenges, toxic masculinity, brotherhood of black men in America & more Hi Creative Mind is a Podcast/Vodcast produced and hosted by Designer and Stylist Shiva Mohammadi. She sits down with varies Artists, Creative Minds, Entrepreneurs to discuss their individual journeys and lessons in the pursuit of their goals and aspirations. This is a Multi-Lingual Podcast with some Episodes recorded in English, German, and/ or Farsi....
Jun 06, 2020•56 min•Season 1Ep. 2
3D Designer/ Sculpturer Alex Kendall White based out of London talks about his creative process, major influences and the challenges artists face Hi Creative Mind is a Podcast/Vodcast produced and hosted by Designer and Stylist Shiva Mohammadi. She sits down with varies Artists, Creative Minds, Entrepreneurs to discuss their individual journeys and lessons in the pursuit of their goals and aspirations.
May 13, 2020•1 hr 40 min•Season 1Ep. 1
