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OTBA Member Spotlight | Kent Rabalais

Our latest Member Spotlight shines on Kent Rabalais of Kent Studio and Sparrow Equip. Kent’s work is rooted in faith and purpose, and he’s dedicated to helping others uncover their gifts and live meaningful lives.

He is the Founder and Owner of Kent Studio, a consulting firm that creates spaces for individuals and couples on the edge of change to discover breakthrough clarity and courageously share their stories. Kent is also the co-host of Make It. Share It., a podcast where creativity meets courage, alongside author and songwriter Lauren Chandler and musician and artist manager Steven Cooper.

Before launching Kent Studio, Kent served as Executive Director and Board Member at The Village Church in Flower Mound and previously worked as a Creative Director for Pursuant and a Creative Trainer for Apple, Inc. His creative work has reached national audiences, including award-winning campaigns for The University of Notre Dame, The American Heart Association, and Dallas Children’s Medical Center.

Through Sparrow Equip and Sparrow Collective, Kent helps others find restoration and purpose through gospel-centered coaching, community, and creativity.

We’re honored to have Kent and his team as part of our Old Town Business Association community.

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From Oscar snubs to 90s nostalgia, screenwriter Adam Davis (Just Friends) takes us on a wild ride through his creative journey. He talks about his new podcast “What Were They Thinking?” investigating questionable Oscar decisions, shares the story behind Ryan Reynolds’ iconic “I Swear” scene, and reveals what it really takes to make it in Hollywood. Join Kent and Coop for a fascinating conversation about courage, creativity, and never giving up.

Kent talks to about his behind-the-scenes work on Grammy-nominated albums, moving from business to music, and exploring the beauty of photography with actor Jason Lee.

“I left going, yeah, that’s kind of the life I want also. Like photographer, musician, baker, (actor), drawing…whatever (creative expression emerges).”

-Steven Cooper, after spending time with actor Jason Lee at his camera shop in LA

Watch on YouTube to see Kent slowly become one with the force or listen in safety wherever you enjoy your podcasts.

It begins, again. is officially working on the screenplay for One Night In A Thousand Years.

Great meeting in Waco to kick off this next part of the journey, which is producing the feature film version of One Night.

So many of you have shared that you could see the movie playing in your imagination as you read or listened to the story. We agree! It’s hard not to when is narrating such a powerful book.

More to come on our progress here but for now, if you or any one you know can help with financing or distributing the film email [email protected]

Special thanks to and for joining us at this kickoff meeting.

Don’t miss the last one…

Read or listen to “One Night In A Thousand Years” at Amazon, Spotify, and more with link in bio.

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It’s time to get honest about our challenges with making and sharing on this episode.

Stories

shares a story about vulnerability from a recent public speaking event and how it led to deeper connections with God and others

talks about finding space to create with his new Mega Desk invention (pic below)

gives thoughts about the effects of award shows on creativity and shares a fascinating story about how the talent agency CAA crafted the career arc of a major star after only one movie

And more, including creativity in parenting, why it’s essential to apply your creativity to every domain of life, and what we can learn from funeral homes! (true story)

Questions

What does it really mean to be vulnerable in public speaking?

How do we craft questions that spark meaningful conversations?

Can personal stories be both our greatest strength and weakness?

How do we balance the pressure to perform with the need for authentic expression?

We’ll also examine the impact of audience expectations - do they fuel our creativity or stifle it?

What happens when we lose sight of our childlike wonder? Can we reclaim it, and should we?

Listen or watch with link in bio or wherever you enjoy podcasts.

Join us on this episode of Make It. Share It. as we delve into Jamie Winship’s extraordinary journey.

This was such a gift to record and we hope you enjoy it as much as we did!

From his humble beginnings as a police officer in the Washington, DC, area, Jamie was handpicked by the CIA for his innovative, out-of-the-box methods in conflict resolution, which he then applied in some of the world’s most volatile regions.

Jamie shares more about his unique identity discovery and development process, how it differs entirely from radical individualism, how to find your voice as a creative, and much more.

Listen to the full episode wherever you enjoy podcasts!

This episode of Make It. Share It. features a lawyer, and no, we’re not in trouble. Kent’s long-time friend, Stewart Shurtleff, who recently formed the law firm Rothberg, Shurtleff, and Dang, joins the show to discuss developing people, building places, and much more.

We talk about the amazing podcast he and his cohost produce called where you can hear from Navy Seals, Astronauts, and Navy Seals turned Astronauts 🚀

We also explore the power of naming things clearly, community that knows you deeply, and sharing hard-earned wisdom with those you’re leading.

And we had to hit some 90s video game classics so if you’re into that this is your episode.

New episode of Make It. Share It. with now available!

🎧 5 Keys You’ll Learn:

1. Authentic Creativity: Discover why staying true to your unique sound is more important than ever in today’s music landscape.

2. DIY Production: Learn how Grady and his band are taking control of their music production, proving that you don’t need a big studio to create high-quality music.

3. Engaging with Fans: Understand the importance of building and maintaining a strong connection with your audience.

4. Financial Savvy: Grady shares valuable insights on the financial side of being a musician, from smart spending to managing revenue streams.

5. Adapting to Change: Hear how Grady and his band adapt to new trends and technologies, staying flexible in a rapidly evolving industry.

🤩 Fun Fact from the Episode:

Did you know Grady’s favorite movie to watch with his kids is “Sing”? It’s a household favorite and a perfect blend of great music and fun animation.

🤔 Something Unexpected:

We talk about Dan Blank’s recent post “To Be Seen As A Writer Or Artist” when discussing the difficulties of writing, recording, and distributing indie music which is based on one of the best scenes of The Office.

This episode is not just for musicians, but for anyone who loves music and appreciates the dedication and creativity it takes to bring a song to life.

Listen wherever you enjoy your podcasts!

Where can you learn about the band Dream Theater, selling candy, building a crazy successful business, branding, marketing, and making an apparel company that solves a frustrating problem for moms?

This episode with Matt Murph where we talk about making and sharing his newest company .life

Why does getting super specific about what problem you’re solving matter so much in business? What do you do if you have an idea and vision for a technology company but you’re not a technical person? Why is picking the right brand name for a product matter so much more than a service? What if you have a brilliant idea that you know will work but you don’t want to tell anyone because you’re worried someone will steal it?

Listen wherever you enjoy podcasts or watch on YouTube!

Christie Purifoy joins the show to talk about a fascinating adventure that takes her from earning a PhD at the University of Chicago to trading the academic life for an old Pennsylvania farmhouse called Maplehurst.

Now she cultivates art and space for people to experience beauty, wonder, and peace as a gardener, writer, and photographer. Her latest book “Seedtime and Harvest” explores how the garden grows roots, connection, wholeness, and hope.

Why did the “The Secret Garden” have such a significant impact on Christie’s life? What does it take to move from a career in the academic world to one as a gardener and writer? What if the first book you write only has an audience of one? How do our physical experiences contribute to breakthrough for creative work? Why does giving one small “yes” unlock more than building up to a massive leap?

Check out this episode wherever you enjoy podcasts for the answers to these questions and another inspiring story of creativity meeting courage.

Special thanks to our shared friend for the intro!