Whether you are a musician, a comedian, or any kind of creative, the hustle is universal.

In Episode 6, comedian, actress, content creator, and East Tennessee's #1 Host and MC Nicole Starnes shares her unfiltered blueprint for building a creative career from nothing.

We cover her entire journey: from an accidental five-minute hosting gig in Knoxville to touring the country with Darren Knight and Red Squirrel. We go deep into the real business of comedy: what it actually feels like to bomb on stage in Virginia, the unwritten rules nobody tells you about (including why you can absolutely never wear shorts on stage in Texas), and why knowing your worth means learning to stop saying yes to every low-paying gig.

We also get into the very real frustrations of social media algorithms, the unique challenge of being a hometown artist where locals procrastinate on buying tickets because they think you are too touchable, and the power of building a community that shows up for you.

Nicole closes with a simple but powerful challenge for every listener: no matter what industry you are in, make it a habit to just be kind.

This full broadcast includes our signature music sweeps featuring tracks from Feral Kitty, China Styles, Jorden Albright, and Shayla McDaniel.

Listen now and start your evolution

Connect with Nicole:
https://nicolestarnescomedy.com

💎 Sponsored by:

Wizard of Rocks

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🎸 Featured artists:

Feral Kitty: https://feralkittymusic.com

China Styles: https://www.facebook.com/chinastyles1/

Jorden Albright: https://www.instagram.com/nonbright/

Shayla McDaniel: https://www.shaylamcdaniel.com

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https://josijanddessert.com/creative-evolution

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🎬 Credits:

Guest: Nicole Starnes

Copywriter, Host, Editor, Research, Producer, Art Director and Designer: Josie “Josi J” Jones

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