The Modern Frida
The Modern Frida is a space where I share what I’m learning in real time—through personal stories, creative lessons, and my process of building a life around art and music.
I also sit down with other creatives to talk about their journeys and how they move through life as artists to be successful.
So if you’re someone who’s determined to build a life you love around your passions—and maybe has a slight love-hate relationship with social media—this is the place for you!
Episodes
85 episodes
The Journey to Goldilocks: Finding Balance in Art & Life with Jimmy Khalo
In this episode of the Modern Frida Podcast, I sit down with independent artist Jimmy Khalo to talk about why I genuinely believe they did everything right.From creating an entire album world from scratch with almost no budget, to produ...
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Do You Even Need Social Media to Succeed? Rethinking Life Beyond Likes and Views
What if the thing you’ve been told will “grow you” is actually what’s draining you?In this episode, I get honest about my relationship with social media—the highs, the lows, and why even when the numbers go up… something still feels off....
What your messy room says about you
What if your messy room has nothing to do with being messy or owning too many things?Because I really thought that was my problem… until it clicked.After two years of decluttering and trying to keep my space clean, I realized it’s...
The Event That Stopped My Procrastination & Had Me Taking Action Towards My Desires
If you've ever seen me and thought "Wow she really goes for what she wants and gets it done" or anything close to that, let me tell you that was not always the case. In fact I use to be someone who lacked motivation and the will to ...
Creating Without Chasing Like Lana Del Rey
Lately I’ve been noticing how easy it is to just keep pushing through things without really checking in with myself. My energy, my habits, my environment… all of it kind of blends together until something forces me to slow down and pay attentio...
For the ones dying for change but God is asking to you to stay put
In this episode, I’m coming back to the podcast after some time away and sharing honestly about where I’ve been. I didn’t think I would continue podcasting, especially as my focus has shifted more toward music, but seeing that you’re still here...
Kid Cudi Once Said "It’s Easier to Just Do"
In this episode, I'm joined with multidisciplinary artist Ashley Trabue to talk about the gap between ideas and action—and why so many creatives get stuck living in their heads.Inspired by a quote from Kid Cudi, we dive into what ...
Is It Time to Let Go of Instagram?
Y’all, Instagram was draining me. I spent $700 on a social media coach, tried to follow all the advice… and still felt stuck, frustrated, and over it. In this episode of the Modern Frida Podcast, I get real about why IG just wasn’t wor...
Multi-Passionate or Multi-Talented? Why it psychologically matters
Are you multi-passionate, multi-talented, or somewhere on between? In this episode, I break down the difference and why it matters for your creative journey. Inspired by Keke Palmer’s Master of Me, I share lessons on embrac...
Just Keke | How She Turned Headlines Into Art | Album Review
From the album’s three-act structure to its bold visuals, I dive into how Keke turns real-life headlines into art—mixing vulnerability, humor, and her unstoppable triple-threat energy into a project that honestly deserves way more love!
Thoughts From Under A Tree: Nature Over Social Media
From the endless scroll that feels like infomercials, to the way it pulls me away from being present in nature, I share why I deleted Instagram (again), how it impacts my creativity, and why it sometimes feels more harmful than helpful.I...
Cowboy Carter Concert , the Album, and Becoming a Real Beyoncé Fan
In this episode, I share my personal journey from being a regular Beyoncé fan to spending hours watching lore on her music! On my drive to Houston for her concert, I dove deep into her entire discography, reflecting on how it took h...
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81. Why Consistency Is the Missing Piece for Most Multi-Passionate Creatives
Being multi-passionate doesn’t mean being undisciplined. But I had to learn that the hard way.In this episode, I share what really happened when I devoted 30 days straight to making music. It changed everything. I real...
80. Thinking about quitting your art? This one’s for you
Whether you're in your warm-up era, redefining your niche as a multi-passionate artist, or wrestling with your own version of “letting go,” this episode will give you permission to reflect, pivot, and trust your process.What You...
3 Things the Gym Taught Me About Making Music
“Working out takes dedication, discipline, and patience, just like your dreamsIn this episode of The Modern Frida, Jenn shares her personal fitness journey and explores the connection between music and fitness. She d...
78. From Acting to Painting, Kate Maggart Shares The Evolution of a Multi-Passionate Artist
"I would rather let go of something to open a new door than to do the same thing forever when I was supposed to go through that door 10 years ago."In this episode of The Modern Frida, Kate takes us on her captivatin...
77. Camila Cabello C,XOXO Album Review | Music Talks
Welcome to the first Music Talk segment! In this episode, I talk about how the album C,XOXO grew on me after I initially thought it was a disaster. I touch on each song briefly and extract the standout qualities of each one. <...
76. Balancing Motherhood and Creativity: Embracing Imperfection and Self-Care with Jess Langley
“I don’t want to be a parent that is constantly worrying and trying to control my child’s every move because I am anxious; that’s how I define a helicopter parent.”In this episode of The Modern Frida, Jess Langley returns...
75. The Dark Side of Thrifting and its Impact on your Mental Heath
My history with thrift stores -Including the time I worked at Goodwill How thrifting led me to creating flower crownsHow flower crowns relate to the crown chakra Red flags that you may be thrifting as a...
74. What if your 9-5 is the way out?
in this episode Reflecting on why I think if failed as a full-time artist the first go around And my “failures” in pursuing a coaching careerThe reasons why you may be struggling at your 9-5 and why you aren't fit ...
73. Artist Spotlight: Graphic Designer Sarita
Get to know Sarita as she walks us through a day in her life as a graphic designer student while keeping her identity outside of being a mother.We touch on the topics of being a multipassionate and what that can look like posting on soc...
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72. How I created and released my first song | Discovering your unique blueprint to do the same
Questions I answer in this episode!What is a multi-passionate entrepreneurHow long it took me to write, produce, and release my first songWhy listening to Mac Miller's album Circles gave me the courage to allow mys...
71. Turning 30 is Only the Beginning
Thirty, flirty, and thriving!! I've reached the big 3 0 and in today's episode, you can expect...A shout-out to all the new subscribers12:20 Reflecting, celebrating, and saying goodbye to your twenties What I learne...
70. The Importance of Believing in Miracles, Having Faith, Hope, and Love
Hello Modern Fridas! Long time no chat, lets catch up!In this Episode What to expect from this podcast going forward Declaring your desires and hidden dreamsWhy I believe it’s important to cultivate a stro...
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