Alright – so today we’ve got the honor of introducing you to Jehan D. Wilson, M.S.. We think you’ll enjoy our conversation, we’ve shared it below.

Jehan, thanks for taking the time to share your stories with us today. It’s always helpful to hear about times when someone’s had to take a risk – how did they think through the decision, why did they take the risk, and what ended up happening. We’d love to hear about a risk you’ve taken.

“Shoot your shot!”

As cliche as that phrase is, it serves as a repetitive reminder to live within the moment and pursue every fantasy I can curate. Life is about taking calculated risks that ultimately help to achieve your desires.

I have always regarded myself as a risk-taker. That quality has assisted me in pushing forward throughout all of my endeavors. One of the most significant risks I have taken in recent years is starting a podcast.

In a world filled with creatives and streaming services overflowing with new podcasts, I wanted to ensure that I was able to create something that not only has longevity but also truly speaks to the person I am today. Creating a podcast was a significant risk because this would be the first time I stepped out on faith and pursued one of my “passion projects” with no holds barred.

Creating my podcast was a “risk” because I would open up my world and internal thoughts to anyone who would tune in. Essentially, taking “kitchen table discussions” to worldwide streaming platforms, where I discuss my unpopular opinions and curated mindset that I have developed over the years based on experience.

For some, this is a simple step, but for me it was a dream deferred that was finally pushed to the focal point of my life. For many years I have always said that I wanted to create an outlet to voice my opinions on trending pop culture topics, and I was finally able to make that materialize.

One major factor that helped me to dive right into the process was my friends and family believing me in and ensuring me that they “knew” that I would do well in this endeavor. Once I removed the fear of starting, the next step was easy… creating the content.

Taking risks is a constant motivation for me to always “fight for my fairytale” until I am living the life of my dreams.

Jehan, before we move on to more of these sorts of questions, can you take some time to bring our readers up to speed on you and what you do?

Professionally, I work as a Communications Strategist, Digital Media Consultant, and College Professor specializing in journalism and communications. I have taught courses such as Intro to Broadcast Journalism, Pop Culture & Gender in the Media, Organizational Communication, and Research Methods in Communications. On the other end of the spectrum, working within the communications realm, I curate brands, marketing campaigns, media strategies, and digital content and I also have a passion for crisis communication.

Additionally, I am an advocate for all things education. As a first-generation college graduate, I have always pushed myself to achieve the highest level that I can academically.

In 2014 I received a Bachelor of Science in Broadcast Journalism from Florida A&M University. I then received a Master of Science in International Communications from St. John’s University in 2017, and in 2020 a Master of Philosophy in Public Policy & Administration.

I then went on to work on my Doctorate of Philosophy in Public Policy & Administration with a specialization in Crisis Communication.

In the creative realm, something that I am most proud of is launching my podcast, UN•THERAPY, in July of 2021. Becoming a podcaster has been one of the most exciting things I have ever experienced. Podcasting was always something I thought about doing, but never something I imagined accomplishing.

My podcast journey is probably super different from many others because it was a brainchild that was conjured up during a global pandemic. When I am not working my 9-5, I am a reality television fanatic, especially shows that are fixated on love and dating. Around July 2020, two things happened: I joined Clubhouse and began watching the newest season of Married at First Sight New Orleans. I know what you’re probably thinking. This is a super weird combo. So, as I began to watch Married at First Sight New Orleans, I would host Clubhouse rooms every Thursday after the show would premiere and act as a moderator for “live discussions” about what happened the previous night on the newest episode.

Over time the Thursday night Clubhouse rooms would grow, and more people started joining in on the discussions consistently. After a while, we had a dedicated group of listeners which eventually migrated into creating a Facebook group to host mini-discussions outside of the live discussions every week. About 12 weeks into hosting “live discussions,” someone said to me, “Jehan, you should start your own podcast.” At that moment in time, I was flattered, but I knew deep down I knew absolutely nothing about podcasting.

Weeks later, I began doing research on the best streaming platforms for podcasters and how to make a podcast successful. Subsequently, after I began my research, I hosted another “live discussion,” and there, I was able to identify co-hosts for my podcast. And then boom, UN•THERAPY Podcast, was born.

Every week, a new episode is released, and we highlight trending topics in the news and media, pop culture, love, dating, mental health, and, overall, strategies to become a better version of yourself.

The work that I do in the professional realm has helped me ensure that my podcast became a success. Within all of the lessons I have learned along the way — one constant reminder that I keep with me throughout it all is that I have everything within me to “make the impossible inevitable.”

Is there a mission driving your creative journey?

Over time my goals have changed and evolved as I gain more experience in life and as my insight on many aspects of my creative journey continues to develop. My family has always been my main driving force, and they constantly remind me to push past all limitations and go after whatever I desire.

In recent months, a MAJOR aspect that pushed me to work harder was the birth of my daughter. As a new and single mom, my mindset has completely evolved. However, my drive to achieve my goals in the creative and professional realm has skyrocketed.

Every time I work towards something now, my goal is always to create something that my daughter will be proud of and can use in the future to help her reach her personal goals.

What do you find most rewarding about being a creative?

The most rewarding aspect of being a creative is being able to put all of your wildest thoughts on the table and turn them into a masterpiece. For me, there is truly beauty in the process of creating something that I know can be infinite and always represent an era in my life.

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