In this episode, Kaitlin Narciso discusses her journey from journalism to content creation, the evolution of Streets of Toronto, and navigating the shift from traditional to digital media. The conversation also covers creator anxiety, content organization, and the intersection of journalism and content \creation. The future of Toronto, its comparison to other cities, and the impact of changing business landscapes are explored. Lastly, Kaitlin introduces Drop Creative Agency and her series "My Niagara".

Key Points

- Kaitlin, the guest on the podcast, emphasizes the importance of having a clear outline when telling a story, as it helps in maintaining the core message amidst an abundance of content.

- Streets of Toronto, where Kaitlin works, is focusing on community engagement through events and has plans to launch their own beer in collaboration with a brewery and host a dumpling festival.

- Kaitlin discusses the blurred lines between content creation and journalism, noting that individuals on platforms like TikTok who are dedicated to sharing news and facts can be considered journalists in their own right.

Chapters

0:00 Introduction of Kaitlin Narciso and discussion on her transition from journalism to content creation

6:27 Balancing emotional and superficial content and the growth of Streets of Toronto

16:30 Transition from traditional to digital media revenue streams and Instagram monetization

24:19 Dealing with creator anxiety, organizing content, and tools for content editing

29:04 The blurred line between content creation and journalism, and the role of traditional journalism

35:09 Future plans for Toronto and its growth over the last decade

41:52 Comparing Toronto to other cities and the convenience of its facilities

45:32 Impact of disappearing businesses on routines and fast food preferences

51:20 Introduction to Drop Creative Agency and hosting "My Niagara" series

In this episode, guest Felicia Snyder discusses her design-driven experiential hospitality business, arcana. She also delves into the creation of arhome, their modern prefabricated cabin. We discuss the impact of nature and wellness routines, arcana's team, and their team’s past success with Tokyo Smoke.

Check out arcana's website

Learn more about arhome

Join us for an inspiring episode as we delve into the life of Chloe "Doctor" Wilde, a remarkable woman who has managed to ignite a health revolution while simultaneously renovating a schoolhouse in the countryside and pursuing a successful career as a TV host. Chloe exudes charisma and inspiration while captivating us with her incredible journey.

Discover the roots of her upbringing in a small town, her breakthrough into the media industry following her victory in the MuchMusic VJ Search, and the challenges she faced with her mental health during her academic pursuits. Through it all, Chloe has cultivated her experiences into a thriving lifestyle health and coaching brand known as Healthy is Hot!

As our conversation unfolds, Nelson finds himself persuaded to embark on a cold plunge adventure, while Casie effortlessly delves into the topic of health, a subject she has been passionately exploring lately. With their unique blend of entertainment, Cast of Creators keeps us captivated throughout the episode.

From the intriguing tales of renovating a schoolhouse in the countryside to Nelson's unexpected foray into Wayfair protection plans (typical Nelson!), this delightful episode offers a diverse range of content that caters to everyone's interests. Tune in and be inspired by Chloe's extraordinary journey and engaging discussions.

"When you go in without a plan and then you're stuck in a corner you have no choice but to just sit and cry – or to get up and make a plan." ~ Chloe Wilde

In This Episode:

- Three months of renovations on a schoolhouse

- Hacking the Airbnb algorithm

- Growing up in a small town

- Putting on a mask to deal with your mental health struggles

- Becoming a VJ on a reality TV show

- Chloe breaks through into media as a MuchMusic VJ

- Unpacking the awesome 'Healthy is Hot'

- The benefits of cold plunges & cold water therapy

And so much more!

Table of Contents:

0:00 Introduction of Chloe Wilde and her journey into content creation

1:18 The challenges and rewards of transforming a schoolhouse into a home

4:12 Financial implications and planning of owning and operating an Airbnb

10:37 Utilizing social media and promotional strategies to boost Airbnb bookings

14:26 Chloe Wilde's journey from Quebec to Toronto and the transformation of Hudson

17:39 Nelson B. Thall shares his experiences in Dubai and the thriving Airbnb business there

21:04 Chloe Wilde's transition from studying neuroscience to the entertainment industry

24:10 Chloe Wilde's struggle with mental health and the support system

31:46 Beginning of Chloe Wilde's Healthy is Hot initiative

39:03 Casie Stewart and Chloe Wilde discuss their experiences with cold dipping

45:57 Chloe Wilde's closing remarks

Connect with Chloe Wilde:

- Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/thechloewilde/

- Link Tree - https://linktr.ee/thechloewilde

Cast of Creators

- http://castofcreators.com

- https://www.instagram.com/castofcreators/

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