The Handcrafted Pod

By Kameron McCullough

Handcrafted is a platform dedicated to in depth conversations with creators and executives about how they were able to build their respective crafts.

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Handcrafted Episode 10 - “Grieve Then Grow” w/ Kameron McCullough

The Handcrafted PodFeb 22, 2021

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Handcrafted Episode 10 - “Grieve Then Grow” w/ Kameron McCullough

In the Season 1 finale of Handcrafted Pod, Kam talks about his “vacation” in the midst of building a business empire. He speaks about the struggle of falling out of love with something that you built from the ground up. Kam then speaks about losing everything only to find himself. This story is a reminder that you can grieve anything and grow from everything.

Feb 22, 202101:13:19

Handcrafted Episode 9 - “Consequences” w/ Entrepreneur & Handcrafted Founder Kameron McCullough

For part 1 of the season finale of Handcrafted, Kam puts himself in the interviewee seat. He sits with his partner Shantel to discuss his childhood, family dynamic and his unconventional path to success. Kam talks through the struggle of being labeled gifted and not living up to that fully. Also he touches on how he met his first crew. This is part 1 of a story rooted in loss and how you evolve through it.

Feb 15, 202101:31:14

Handcrafted Episode 8 - "Built Different" w/ Wellness Expert and Entrepreneur Jerry Housey

Episode 8 of Handcrafted is an affirmation to always bet on yourself. Kam sits down with his friend Jerry Housey, owner of Stronghouse Fitness, a 100% black owned gym in West Hollywood. Jerry walks us thru his childhood in the Bronx and all the responsibilities he had even as a youth. We then revisit his time as a college football star, working in finance, and then ultimately betting on himself and excelling in the fitness world. This episode contains great messaging around the importance of family, building a brand and taking chances to change the trajectory of your life.

Feb 08, 202101:11:08

Handcrafted Episode 7 - "Keep Everything Yourself" w/ Recording Artist Jerreau

Kam welcomes the stylish and talented Jerreau to Handcrafted for some wine and an in-depth conversation about music, taste, inspiration and more. The two friends discuss Jerreau always wanting to rap despite being raised in the church. They explore Jerreau's journey from church talent shows to touring with Kendrick Lamar to how his hit "Really Got It" became the soundtrack of the Cleveland Cavaliers 2016 title run. His latest project "K.E.Y.S" is also broken down at length.

Link to K.E.Y.S. - https://open.spotify.com/album/5NEWk5zOT1HHgjBVygX8Sq?si=avqSQDeoS6aN13qbIZFIsg

Feb 01, 202101:31:15

Handcrafted Episode 6 - "Well Versed" w/ Fashion Designer & Creative Director Chaz Jordan

For this episode, Kam sits down with his friend and former colleague Chaz A. Jordan, designer extraordinaire. The two friends talk through Chaz's eventful life growing up in Chicago and all that he got to experience during that time. Chaz dives deep into the fabric of Chicago, working at the RSVP Gallery during the glory days with Don C, Virgil Abloh and the rest of the prominent Chicago designers. He speaks about moving to Paris at 22 years old and carving out his own lane in the fashion world. The two also speak about the challenges of building your own brands and Chaz's full circle moment of having his very own Paris Fashion Week show with one of his brands Laundered Works Corp.

Jan 25, 202101:49:57

Handcrafted Episode 5 - “Balancing Act” w/ Tech Executive & Entrepreneur Charles Kuykendoll

For this episode, Kam sits down with one of his best friends for a lesson in balance. Charles shares his upbringing in Chicago and how that help him learn to appreciate what he had while always striving for more. He takes thru his journey of starting college at 16, moving to NYC, to ultimately meeting his lovely wife. The two friends discuss many topics including family life, being black in tech, legendary NYC parties, building a brand and so much more.

Jan 18, 202101:25:29

Handcrafted Episode 4: "Bloom Where You're Planted" w/ Television Executive Ms. Myriam Leger

For episode 4 Kam sits down with his spiritual Godmother and family Ms. Myriam Leger. Ms. Myriam is the perfect example of blooming where you're planted. In this episode, Kam and Ms. Myriam speak about her Haitian upbringing and how that sculpted her lens of the world. Throughout this inspiring conversation, Myriam speaks to her career in television, finding her identity, keeping God at the center and drops many other gems that are still on the living room floor.

Jan 11, 202101:10:53

Handcrafted Episode 3: "Making Momma Proud" w/ Record Executive Jamal Jimoh

Kam sits down with Jamal Jimoh to discuss how his upbringing in Far Rockaway Queens with his Mother and Sister helped to shape his path. A hilarious conversation walks them thru Jamal's journey of being a childhood genius to failing many times to being able to make his Mother and Sister proud to this day. Jamal shares hilarious entertainment industry stories as well as what he's most proud of.

Jan 04, 202101:38:15

Handcrafted Episode 2: “Never Too Late To Learn” W/ DJ Meel

In this episode Kam sits down with his longtime friend, the Cleveland native and internationally known DJ, DJ Meel. During this conversation, Meel talks about the constant influence of music and sport in his life and how that’s guided him through his illustrious career.

Dec 28, 202053:33

Episode 1: “From the SOIL” w/ Marketing Executive Dela Yador

In the first episode Kam sits down with his longtime friend Marketing Executive Dela Yador. During their conversation they discuss the influence of Dela’s West African and Bronx roots, his views on building community and the importance of remaining authentic in every room you walk into.

Dec 21, 202001:47:37