Crafted & Creative a podcast meant to uplift and engage bipoc creatives who are on their journey of making a social impact and creating a lasting legacy. As well as create community and a sense of guidance for those that are looking to do the same through their artistry.
The Intersection Between Craft and Identity w/ Raven Irabor
Host Deja A. Ross sits down with creative director and filmmaker Raven Irabor to discuss how she leverages her identity in her work as a creative director and filmmaker. Guest information: Website- https://ravenirabor.com/ Show information: https://www.craftedandcreative.com/ https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/crafted-creative/id1804406983 #podcast #interview #filmmaking #creativedirection #newyork #careeradvice
5 Apr 2026
The Craft Of Branded Content and Passing The Baton w/ Maria Taylor
Host Deja A. Ross sits down with cinematographer, branded content creator and founder Maria Taylor to discuss how to break into creating content for brands and her passion for teaching the next generation of storytellers. Guest links: https://www.wearecreativemedia.org/home https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0999228/?ref_=vp_close Show website: https://www.craftedandcreative.com/
9 Dec 2025
The Power Of Micro-Budget Storytelling
Host Deja A. Ross interviews filmmaker Justin D. Jenkins about the power of micro-budget storytelling and how it impacts his career journey.
20 Nov 2025
The Craft of Building a Filmmaking Community w/ Lande Yoosuf
Filmmaker Lande Yoosuf describes to host Deja A. Ross how she built a filmmaking community, offering insights into fostering collaboration and pursuing creative passions in this interview.
5 Nov 2025
Developing the narrative across stage & film w/ Sadi Bimwala
Deja A. Ross interviews Sadi Bimwala, who explores how he develops his acting and musical artistry across both stage and film.
20 Oct 2025
The Craft of Finding The Story W/ Courtney Danielle Moore
Deja A. Ross interviews Courtney Danielle Moore, a multi-media journalist, who reveals her journey into journalism and shares her expertise in discovering compelling narratives.
7 Sept 2025
The Art Of The Working Actor W/ Jeremiah Craft
Host Deja A. Ross interviews actor Jeremiah Craft about balancing artistic passion with financial stability and the demands of a working actor's life.
27 Aug 2025
Nurturing Your Artistic Self W/ Leilani Rosine
Host Deja A. Ross interviews actress and filmmaker Leilani Rosine about nurturing her artistic self and prioritizing well-being.
12 Aug 2025
The Journeyman Actor: A life on stage and film
Host Deja A. Ross interviews actor and writer Leland Gantt about his life on stage and film and the journey that shaped his career.
2 Jun 2025
Writing for yourself w/ Steven St. Pierre
Steven St. Pierre discusses writing projects for oneself with Deja A. Ross, sharing valuable lessons learned as an actor, director, writer, and producer in this interview.
9 May 2025
Writing for the web w/ Kar Logan
Host Deja A. Ross sits down with writer and actor Kar Logan to discuss his foray into writing for the internet with web series and short films, and his experience working on a production for KeyTV.
25 Apr 2025
Breaking into directing independent short films w/ Charles A. Honeywood
Host Deja A. Ross sits down with film director Charles A. Honeywood to discuss breaking into filmmaking, directing his first project, and hitting the film festival circuit.
11 Apr 2025
The love of acting w/ Jesimiel Jaddua
Host Deja A. Ross sits down with actor Jesimiel Jaddua to discuss his journey into acting, and the love and pitfalls of working in the entertainment industry. You can learn more about him at https://www.imdb.com/name/nm8889430/ and on his IG socials @_jaddua Follow us on IG @craftedandcreativepodcast https://www.youtube.com/@CraftedCreativePodcast-sz4lx
25 Mar 2025
Finding Your Voice w/ Krys X
Host Deja A. Ross sits down with artist Krys X to discuss her process of finding her voice as a Rapper, Veganism, and overcoming struggles. You can learn more about her and her music at @Xtina and https://www.youtube.com/@krys.karats/videos Follow us @craftedandcreativepodcast https://www.youtube.com/@CraftedCreativePodcast-sz4lx
Who has been a guest on Crafted & Creative
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Justin D Jenkins
Lande Yoosuf
Sadi Bimwala
Courtney Danielle Moore
Jeremiah Craft
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YouTube views
196
Score snapshot 15 Sept 2025
Apple Podcasts (US)
5.0 / 5
2 ratings
Podcast Authority Score: 27 / 100
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14
Social presence
0
YouTube
66
Engagement
32
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