Culture Talks with Constance Kostrevski

Constance Kostrevski has been taking photographs since the age of eight when she received her first camera from her grandmother. Photography was a family affair; her grandfather was a portrait photographer back in Macedonia. Fascinated by her family’s history and culture, Constance began by taking portraits of her grandmother after school, taking the time to choose her outfits and adjust the setting and lighting. She soon fell into the role of photographer and stylist.

It was her interest in fashion from styling these shoots that inspired her to study fashion merchandising and marketing, earning a BA from the Illinois Institute of Art, Chicago. In 2004 she was one of twelve amateur photographers chosen for a summer residency at The School of Visual Arts, New York.

Constance lived and worked in Chicago, finding inspiration in many places: her vibrant neighborhood of Pilsen, friends, travels, architecture, nature, and music. An adept portrait photographer, Constance's ability to connect with her subjects allows her to not only capture a portrait but also to tell a story. She has defined herself through the people she shoots, allowing her portraits to show that everyone has a story to share. During this time she built connections within the Chicago music scene, hosting the pioneering online music stream Cutz on Cuts, hosting and Djing with the boogie musters and curating Record Store Day 2015 at K Starke records, now Wild Prairie Vinyl & Vintage.

From 2015-2018 She ran an after school program in collaboration with The National Mexican Museum of Fine Art - Chicago, where she taught analogue photography to children aged 7-14. At the same time Constance's love of music developed, releasing records with Beyond Luck and DJ Moppy. As well as holding down residencies at Murasaki, Fox Bar and Booze Box all in Chicago. She has worked with many artists and musicians, including comedian Hannibal Buress on My Name Is Hannibal and Live From Chicago, musician Radius on his album Neighborhood Suicide, musician Moppy on his album The Seven Wonders of the Sea, as well as with musical group The Cool Kids which was included in the “Next 1000” issue for URB magazine. Her work has been featured in print and digital publications, including the Chicago Reader, Chicago magazine, i-D magazine, Time Out Chicago, URB Magazine, XLR8R, Pitchfork and Getty images.

In 2018, Constance relocated to London, UK where she continues to draw inspiration from her new city surroundings. From volunteering at Artbox London, a charity that offers art programs for adults with learning disabilities, to volunteering with the NHS. Her work continues to inspire the art of working and serving her community through her natural abilities to create.

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Culture Talks with Rehna Mathews

Rehna Mathews has been on a journey to rediscover her true self. Her motto is ‘Get comfortable being uncomfortable’. She thrives on meeting new people, embracing new experiences and is always curious. As a result of removing the layers placed by society and honoring her true spirit, she is feeling more joy and fulfillment in her life.

2021 was a particularly wonderful year for Rehna. She collaborated with 10 other poets from different parts of the world to publish their first book ‘Beautiful People and Words – A Collection of Poems from Around the World’. This was her dream, and she was the driving force behind this project. Since then, the social media community ‘Beautiful People and Words’ was formed. They meet on clubhouse few times a week to share poetry and pour love into each other.

Rehna has an amazing daughter and a beautiful cat who inspire her every day.

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Culture Talks with vincethealien

Originally born on Mars and sent to Earth, crash landing in Los Angeles to spread the gospel about his Universe, vincethealien is an intergalactic, harmony obsessed creature and his music is the record of his mission to find a people to share his journey of love and lust for life with.

Explore more of the vincethealien universe & become a part of the #AlienGang at www.vincethealien.space.

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Culture Talks with Solomon Garcia

Solomon Garcia is a follower of Jesus, Husband and Father. Accepting the call of God over his life at a young age, his ministry has spanned over 20 years. Throughout the last 20 years he has seen the faithfulness of God. God uses Pastor Solomon to minister in song and preaching the word of God to the masses. He has served as a Youth Pastor, Executive Pastor, Evangelist and currently serves as the full-time Worship and Creative Arts Pastor at Faith Church Lubbock. His greatest accomplishment will always be serving the Lord alongside his wife and two children.

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Culture Talks with Isaac Rocha

Isaac Rocha was born and raised in small town Las Cruces New Mexico to parents, Hector and Becky Rocha. He was born into a faith based Denomination known as the Apostolic Assembly where his father ministered throughout his entire life.

HE Graduated in 2003 from Onate High School with a full scholarship to New Mexico State and lost it shortly after the gain. He went back for a year and decided to take a break to reevaluate his options. That break quickly turned into 16 years of journeying through life with absolutely no desire to go back. He realized that traditional College just wasn’t for him.

The past 22 year’s have allowed Isaac to journey through work experiences in fast food restaurants, retail, corporate banking, Lyft driving, church worship singing/leadership, to now running his own Business from the comforts of his phone and home. His diverse skill-sets have gifted him the ability to connect deeply with people, while allowing him to service communities of families in different parts of the world. His services help families earn more income, save on taxes and insurance, while becoming properly protected in the process.

During this time, Isaac also embarked on a 14-year, 80 lb weight-loss journey that completely transformed his life. This very path took his self-love practices to new levels. Giving him a deeper understanding of his own self-healing abilities. Taking him through the phases that renewed his behaviors, habits, diet, mind, physical & spiritual body; as well every aspect of his life.

His transition to Phoenix, AZ 5 years ago accelerated his transformation and desire for change. The memory of this “shy” introvert kid hiding behind his mom’s dress is just that…a distant memory. These days, his quiet demeanor just disguises his ability to communicate with so much wisdom and clarity when he speaks.

Isaac considers himself a creative and empathic individual with a deep appreciation and love for the arts. His love for food, travel, exploration, individuality, and freedom continues to grow as he grows each and everyday. He now strives and desires to live his life one present moment at a time.

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Culture Talks with Diana Hubbard

Diana was born on the Tigua Indian Reservation in El Paso, TX to Mexican parents, Carmen and Alex Uribe. While living her first four years between El Paso and Zaragoza, Chihuahua Mexico, her parents settled in the small town of Chaparral, NM. There, they planted a church as part of the Apostolic Assembly where they pastor to this day.

Her journey from a small town in NM to Tucson, AZ, has led her to gaining not only a PhD in Cancer Biology but the wealth of knowledge that comes from exposure to different cultures and experiences. Following her two great passions in life, cancer research and motherhood, has been her drive to becoming greater.

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Culture Talks with Sandra and Kendra Espiritu

Sandra Espiritu was born in Guadalajara Jalisco, Mexico and moved to Las Cruces, New Mexico at the age of nine with her single mother and three younger siblings. She learned work ethic, independence and responsibility at a very young age. Sandra acquired her New Mexico Real Estate Broker license in 2005. After 2 years in the business, she decided to launch her own Real Estate company during one of the toughest economic times.

During the 2008 market crash, Enchanted Sun Realty was born. Sandra is the Founder and Qualifying Broker of Enchanted Sun Realty, where they pride themselves in being a local boutique, woman-owned, minority-owned, Real Estate company in Las Cruces, New Mexico and expanding to surrounding areas. Her business philosophy has always been a “People Vs. Profit” business model and positive culture. Advocating home ownership, affordable housing, and sustainable living practices is their passion. Supporting local business, entrepreneurship, and inspiring women is part of their company mission.

Their team loves contributing back to their community as well as providing free education for first time home buyers, investors and teaching financial literacy. Her business and life philosophy is to make a positive impact on those around her, her team, clients, colleagues, and the communities they serve. Sandra has seen a great need for sustainable and affordable housing options, and therefore has established a shipping container building company, ReCrated, in 2018.

Sandra has been married for 22 years and has 3 amazing children. She strives to teach them compassion, work ethic and perseverance. Having been born in Mexico and coming from very humble beginnings, she hopes to be a positive example to other Latina Women and be a great resource to elevate our community.

Kendra Espiritu was born and raised in beautiful Las Cruces, New Mexico where she still calls home today. Born into a Mexican American family and living in a border town, Kendra has developed an admiration for culture and people. Kendra is a senior studying at New Mexico State University and will be graduating December 2021 with her Bachelor’s in International Business, and minors in International Studies and Spanish.

After graduating, she wishes to pursue law school for Environmental Law. Kendra’s passion is to work with non-government entities in creating and enforcing environmental standards for businesses and communities. During Kendra’s college career, she studied abroad in Barcelona, Spain and fell in love with the experience, city and its people. This is where she hopes to return to pursue an International Environmental Law program.

But, not before she opens up her coffee, pizza, and wine lounge, Grounded Cafe, with her family this fall! Kendra has been a barista for 4+ years and has been involved in the coffee industry/ culture since she was young. Her favorite aspect about the coffee industry is its ability to bring people together and provide a shared space to be creative, make connections, and collaborate with others in the community. Grounded has been a dream of Kendra and her family for many years, as they have always wanted to own their own coffee shop. This past year, although difficult, provided the Espiritu family with the opportunity to fulfill that dream.

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Culture Talks with Alexis Duran

Alexis Duran has been a native to Arizona for 28 years. After her general studies, she went on to receive her Yoga teacher training through the Madison Improvement Club. Passionate about helping others find movement and journey to self-love, she spent the next 4 years teaching at various studios and establishments. In her free time she loves to spend time with her partner Tyler, her 2 year old daughter Roka, and 8 year old son Braxton. You can either find them out hiking somewhere, out by the lake, or trying delicious new foods.

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Culture Talks with Dawn Donson

Dawn Donson is an educator, a life long learner and a builder of people. She loves to help folks design their best life in health, home, business & overall happiness. Dawn’s entire life has revolved around education, sports, health, art and making people laugh. She knew at a young age that she was destined to do great things, to coach / teach people young and old how to design the best version of themselves.

Her entire life has been dedicated to the education of young people. She received a bachelors degree in special education at Ball State and a Masters in Education from Earlham College. Dawn has retired from the traditional classroom setting and is now using her skills and talents in the non traditional sense through volunteer work, in the arts, Nature Guide & hospital.

She is also in the processes of getting her nutritional coaching certification along with starting her own business in the health and wellness industry. Dawn is a firm believer in taking every opportunity that presents itself, combining all of her loves and empowering others with every to do the same. Dawn believes in hard work and what you practice is how you will play. She believes every situation can be figured out and you have to have fun while in the process of working on you.

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Culture Talks with Darrell Ross-Brown

Darrell Ross-Brown is a sales consultant for a home builder in Austin, TX. He started selling homes 3 years ago and I was flat broke when he started. He's just an average guy that came from poverty level income to the top level 5% of earners in American in 3 years.

Through his journey, he has learned a few life lessons that were never taught growing up and would love to share them with the world. His mission is to let people know that you don’t have to be an athlete or entertainer to be successful. The only thing that is stopping you from being successful is yourself.

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Culture Talks with Olga Maria

Olga Maria also known as Liberating Mella is a bicultural Chicago native, creative, author, kombucha master brewer, maker, POC wellness advocate and overall ...

Olga Maria also known as Liberating Mella is a bicultural Chicago native, creative, author, kombucha master brewer, maker, POC wellness advocate and overall conscious explorer. She has created and curated art and wellness based content, ranging from art shows, workshops to products. 

• Author of “Damaged Goods – Learning, Growing, and Letting go” a book that explores a young Woman’s coming of age story and the challenges she goes through as she moves from hopeless to the master of her destiny. 

• Liberating Mella is her personal brand. It celebrates transforming moments that were meant to hurt into what allows her to thrive. 

• She is the founder of  “ConsciousXplorer” a wellness shop that cultivates creative, conscious, healthy living and makes fresh, handmade products to nourish the body and lift the spirit.

Currently Olga Maria serves as the Communications & Operations Specialist for the Health and Wellness department of Chicago Public Schools focused on creating marketing and communications that engage underserved communities, providing access to social services, healthcare and nutrition. 

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Culture Talks with Arlette Lanae Willis

Arlette Lanae Willis aka "Beautiful Promise" across her social media platforms. Is a wife of almost 40 years and a mom of three adults & 2 grandchildren. She...

Arlette Lanae Willis aka “Beautiful Promise” across her social media platforms. Is a wife of almost 40 years and a mom of three adults & 2 grandchildren. She currently resides in Tucson, AZ where she is fortunate enough to be doing what she loves for a living. Singing, Writing, and Coaching have meshed together into one beautiful tapestry of life purpose.

Arlette is passionate about Body, Soul, and Spirit transformation and helps people get unstuck & see their reason for occupying space on this earth. Arlette is also a published Author of a book called, #Chapter55​. In this book, she takes excerpts from her journals and combines them into riveting and thought provoking inspirations, prayers, quotes, and conversations with God.

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Culture Talks with Ricky Evans aka F.A.B.L.E The Great

Ricky Evans aka F.A.B.L.E The Great is an artist/producer/singer/songwriter/designer hailing from the Westside of Chicago, IL. His strong, passionate deliver...

New single "Too Strong" featuring King Jeanyus. Song produced by me. My album "(I'M)MORTAL" is droppin' very soon! INFINITE, INFINITE, INFINITE! released February 1, 2021 Spitters - F.A.B.L.E. & King Jeanyus Production - F.A.B.L.E.

Ricky Evans aka F.A.B.L.E The Great is an artist/producer/singer/songwriter/designer hailing from the Westside of Chicago, IL. His strong, passionate delivery & over cinematic soundscapes grabs your attention immediately and keeps you focused on every word. His music exudes many emotions and moods. His musical inspirations span from Daft Punk to Common and everything in between. His motive is clear; to leave a legacy that thrives long after he’s gone. Join him on his journey as he strives to be immortal.

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Culture Talks with Bonnie Moehle

"Bonnie Moehle, a Personal, Executive and Relationship Coach and Certified Hypnotherapist, was educated at The University of Health Sciences/The Chicago Medi...

"Bonnie Moehle, a Personal, Executive and Relationship Coach and Certified Hypnotherapist, was educated at The University of Health Sciences/The Chicago Medical School and the Southwest Institute of Healing Arts. For over 25 years she has been actively studying and teaching personal development and alternative types of healing. She speaks nationally and has a private practice in Phoenix.

Bonnie feels blessed to have had the opportunity to help many people make dramatic changes in their lives. Her individual practice is based on the belief that we all have the unlimited potential to achieve our dreams. Included in her teachings are the how-to’s for letting go of critical self-talk, fear, stress, anxiety, and any other challenges that prevent us from living our lives to the fullest. Her programs are designed to promote joy, peace, health, prosperity, better relationships and overall well-being. She teaches us how to live in the flow and to manifest our desires.

Bonnie is also an accomplished author with two books that have been embraced by readers and endorsed by acclaimed New York Times Best Selling authors, Jack Canfield and Ivan Misner. In her first book, Thoughts from Within: A Guide to Inner Peace in a Crazy World, Bonnie teaches how to increase self-love and remove the thoughts and programs that prevent us from living life to its fullest. In her book, What is Happiness, and Where Can I Get Some?, Bonnie shares her personal discovery of the everlasting source of happiness and how to find it within.

Bonnie also facilitates private workshops for groups and businesses interested in creating stress-free environments, better relationships and greater financial success. In addition she has been the keynote speaker at many events, including the Emerging Healer’s Conference. She has also written for several publications."

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Culture Talks with zoë vickers

zoë is an empyrean whom enjoys long walks on the beach and when she returns to her blanket, something classic happens that connects her to nature. One may sa...

zoë is an empyrean whom enjoys long walks on the beach and when she returns to her blanket, something classic happens that connects her to nature. One may say that this serendipitous odyssey is most known in fantasies, yet she embodies this reality today. zoë vickers gives you a glimpse of her journey as a vintagephile & creative development powerhouse.

Born in the Midwest (between Ohio {Columbus & Toledo} + Chicago, Illinois), her childhood reflected mainly on art & style with her fondest memories including vintage + thrift shopping. On a typical Saturday, zoe would find myself venturing out to Sally’s (a colloquial term for the Salvation Army) to find hidden gems as it pertains to fashion, found objects, books, shoes, records etc. At this point, her love for style was born.

zoë’s inspiration came from her granny, Rachel Lee Cox, and the enchantment of constantly creating, educating, and refining; helped her to develop a style and aesthetic that is truly, her own. When one sees photos of zoe’s work or attends her events, you will see a strong interest in not only, her personal style, but the essence of her community now and one’s within her coterie. The early start of zoë’s career led to a road assisting style shoots for the likes of Wiz Khalifa, The Cool Kids and others to styling Samuel L. Jackson for Ebony Magazine.

Her eventful journey all started from the long walks on the beach as an empyrean. As a freelance creative, zoë has cultivated extensive experience in vintage fashion styling, visual campaign management, art direction, brand image development, style archival services & event styling. Her work has been featured in publication titans from WWD, ELLE, CRWN, Lucky, and InStyle Magazine. The client roster includes Opening Ceremony, Samuel L Jackson, Vera Wang, Band of Outsiders, Wiz Khalifa, The Cool Kids, Essie Canada, Michael Bastian, HBO, Sophie Theallet, Harlem's Fashion Row and Yigal Azrouel.

Currently, zoë is focused more on her personal collective, vintagephiles. In order to be a vintagephile, one must denote fondness & flawlessly execute all things vintage. This multidisciplinary platform is being polished further to be able to share these stories globally. vPh provides the opportunity to collaborate and provide an outlet for vintage curators/collectors, particularly people of colour, as a way to cultivate culture & share the true definition of curated nostalgia.™

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