We were lucky to catch up with Rose Golden recently and have shared our conversation below.

Rose, thanks for taking the time to share your stories with us today Can you talk to us about a project that’s meant a lot to you?

My most meaningful project to date would have to be my show, The Golden Hour with Rose Golden. This is a talk show that honors the in-between. This show was created as a way to shine light on a journey all of us go on, and that is the journey of transformation. At the moment my show, The Golden Hour with Rose Golden (@thegoldenhour.show), is the biggest thing I’m building.

I didn’t think it was fair to wait until I ‘made it’ to tell my story and share my thoughts. I believed myself and those around have value exactly where we are at. I always say that I may not have won the war, but i’ve certainly won some battles. So have you.

This show is building a community around those who are no longer their old selves, but also not quite their new self just yet. I understand that becoming is a lifelong process and I’m hoping this show can be around through all my transformations.

I recommend anyone who feels lost or confused in their journey to check out the show. I may not have all the answers for you, but I definitely offer solace and community to support you alongside your path.

Rose, love having you share your insights with us. Before we ask you more questions, maybe you can take a moment to introduce yourself to our readers who might have missed our earlier conversations?

Hi! My name is Mackenzie Rose Brown, also known as ‘Rose Golden’. I am a host and creative director, among many other things. I fuse my love for wellness and media to tell stories, educate, and build community through multimedia projects and experiences.

I’ve always had a love for visual arts and found myself glued to the TV as a kid. From cartoons to music videos, I was always fascinated with the ways people used visuals to tell stories. I even found myself doing skits with friends for YouTube and apart of the drama club in school. Looking back, I can say there was consistently a pull in the direction of the arts for me.
Fast forward to the present, it makes sense that I’m choosing to have a show and direct visuals. They tell stories and that’s something I’ve always loved to do.

At the moment my show is the biggest thing I’m building. I have a lot of visions for what the show will turn into, but for now definitely check that out on YouTube! I believe it’s sometimes hard for people, especially creatives to put how they’re feeling into words and my show does just that. We shouldn’t have to be ashamed of where we are in our careers so it was important to create a show and community where people feel seen and heard.

I also do Social Media Marketing and Consulting where I help my clients tell their stories through value driven and authentic content. A lot of businesses today have no idea how to articulate their brand story into content, which is exactly where I come in. Marketing on social media is changing drastically and so often. It no longer is about having the best graphics or advertisements, it’s about storytelling.

What sets me apart is how I blend my over 10 years of hospitality experience into my marketing. I actually care about people, their well-being, and their evolution. This shows in my content, the ways I help my clients, and how I teach them to treat their audience. I look at everything holistically. It’s not just about providing a service anymore, it’s about providing a positive experience.

I’m most proud of myself for listening to my intuition and working toward getting out of my own way. I quit my job in May of 2022 and have been working for myself ever since. My body always literally rejected working a job, so I’m proud I listened to my inner knowing that told me I could to work for myself.

I always talk about it (as I should) but I’m also REALLLLLY proud of my show for a few reasons. Doing a show and having my face out there is absolutely terrifying, but I do it anyway. I often have no idea what I’m doing, but I do it anyway. I don’t have the set or the big team (yet) that I want, but I do it anyway. Noticing a trend here? This show is taking a lot of resilience and courage to do, but I’m so proud of myself for doing something I’ve wanted to do for so long.

I want everyone to know that I am literally figuring things out as I go. I have my own battles and insecurities that I’m working through and am still creating through them. My work is usually a reflection of how I’m feeling or what I’m currently going through. I also am a huge fan of community building and always looking for others that are passionate about wellness, personal development, and art.

For you, what’s the most rewarding aspect of being a creative?

Aw man, creatives + artists make the world go round. We make living life a little easier and more meaningful, in my opinion. Think about your favorite song or artist that got you through a tough time or the impact of your favorite movie. The arts add beauty to our lives and helps us remember we aren’t alone.

To be able to call myself a creative who creates art that helps people is priceless. The amount of DMs I’ve gotten about how my content has helped them through something or feel something is one of the best feelings in the world.

Is there a particular goal or mission driving your creative journey?

My north star is working toward changing the way individuals and our culture views health and wellness by making it more accessible to black and brown communities.

I don’t believe living a healthy lifestyle should be so hard and unattainable. Health looks different for everyone but the reality is, is that it’s expensive. I know what it feels like to be unhealthy and believe everyone has the ability to find harmony in their mind, body, and spirit.

Heal Yourself, Heal The World™ is my motto. Everything starts with us, and starts within.

Contact Info:

• Website: https://www.rosexgolden.com/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/itsrosegolden/
• Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mackenzie-rose-brown-407940119/
• Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChvYf2t5FNoRQnCxi-wAYhA