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#1 NEW RELEASE IN
AFRICAN AMERICAN POETRY

Mahogany Blues is an exploration into the beautiful and brutal journey to remove masks and embrace authenticity.

The Best Podcast for Visionaries & Creatives

Inspiration Meets Authenticity 

From heartfelt conversations to inspiring stories, join us as we dive deep into the pivotal moments that shape the journeys of artists, entrepreneurs, and innovators.

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"Natalie's mission is simple - remain authentic, inspire fearlessness and create a platform for the stories that are worth telling."

BOOKS

From poetry to purpose, Natalie Hodge’s books deliver inspiration with soul and sass. Whether you need a creative boost, a business breakthrough, or just a moment of beauty—there’s a book for that.

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"The unique nature of this book—being part journal, part guided soul searching—propels readers forward into a journey of self-reflection, accountability and tangible change"

-Mary-Elizabeth S.

From Unemployed to Unstoppable: A 30-Day Transformation Guide

Whether you left your job, your job left you or you sense a transition in the near future, From Unemployed to Unstoppable: A 30-Day Transformation Guide will help you make sense of career confusion and chaos.

Natalie’s light-hearted approach helps individuals at every phase of their career exploration journey tackle transition anxiety and discover joy. Daily exercises keep procrastinators and those easily distracted plugged in to a month-long system that produces results!

SHOWS

From kitchen scraps to business hacks, Natalie Hodge brings storytelling with soul. Watch her in action as the host of the PBS-featured Zero Waste, the unfiltered podcast Scrap Paper, the feel-good business docuseries Hometown Hustle, and the rapid-fire conversation series On the Spot. It’s smart, funny, and always real.

How This Entrepreneur's Mindset Created A BOOMING Business Mid-Pandemic! | Hometown Hustle | Epi. 6
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His Wife Wanted a Bar in the Basement...But He Did THIS! | Hometown Hustle | Ep.4 Mountian Valley
10:02
Everyone's TERRIFIED of doing business in a tiny, rural city..Not HIM! | Hometown Hustle | Episode 2
10:02
She Couldn't Afford College so She Learned From YouTube! | Hometown Hustle | Ep. 3: Social Butterfly
10:03
Her Business Almost CRUMBLED..but she did THIS! | Hometown Hustle | Episode 1: Books and Crannies
10:13
This Dance Teacher is Changing LIVES but Hers Changed FOREVER in 2020! | Hometown Hustle | Episode.5
10:21
On The Spot Season 2 | Olivia Garrett
18:40
On The Spot Season 2 | Shatera Robertson
22:34
On The Spot Season 2 | Sierra Barrow
22:36
On The Spot Season 2 | Stephanie Brevard
21:33
On The Spot Season 2 | Cassandra Eskridge
19:28
On The Spot Season 2 | Judy Hodge
21:00
On The Spot Season 2 | Naomi Hodge Muse
22:10
On The Spot Season 2 | Michael McPheeters
21:04

DISCOVER THE TRANSFORMATIVE POWER OF CREATIVITY

Whether you're a dreamer, creator, or simply seeking inspiration, Scrap Paper is your new go-to podcast. Join us as we dive deep into the pivotal moments that shape the journeys of artists, entrepreneurs, and innovators. From heartfelt conversations to inspiring stories, Season One features an incredible lineup of guests, including award-winning director/producer Frank Calo, comedian Heidi Grandberry, and author L.S. Jones.

The Scrap Paper Podcast with Natalie K. Hodge: Where Creativity Comes to Life | Official Trailer
How A Queenpin's Daughter Changed Her Life Through Writing | L.S. Jones |  Scrap Paper Podcast
Behind The Films & Fame, From Humble Beginnings to Hollywood | Frank M Calo | Scrap Paper Podcast
Entrepreneurship, Nightlife & A Creative Fire with Jailyn Draper | The Scrap Paper Podcast
Secrets From Behind The Scenes with Sopranos Star, Artie Pasquale  | The Scrap Paper Podcast
From Corporate to Comedy | Heidi Granberry's Journey to Self-Discovery | The Scrap Paper Podcast
Success vs Your Soul | Navigating the Music Industry with Dr.Butcher | Scrap Paper Podcast
From Tech to Tunes | Inside the Mind of the "Human AI" Sean Kearney | The Scrap Paper Podcast

ABOUT

Author. Filmmaker. Speaker. Disruptor.

 

Meet Natalie Hodge—a dynamic storyteller with roots in higher education, workforce development, and entertainment. Her mission? To shift the narrative and spark joy through real stories that matter.

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PRESS

See where Natalie’s bold voice and brilliant stories have landed her—from magazine covers to morning shows.

Explore features, interviews, and media moments worth remembering.

Success after victory: Gauntlet winner launches second season of Hometown Hustle
CATALYST: LEADERS  SHAPING  TOMORROW - NATALIE K. HODGE
SELL PREMIERE WEEKEND INTERVIEW
QUAKE TALKS: Stories Worth Telling feat. Natalie Hodge '01
Marrow by Natalie Hodge | #ProjectCre8
Girl, Mind Your Business Podcast Episode 5: Natalie Hodge- Don't Forget to Pivot
EGM - INTERVIEW W/ NATALIE K. HODGE OF RUDY'S GIRL MEDIA
Dina Six Tv | Natalie Hodge | Writer | Producer | Rudy's Girl Media

CONTACT

Want Natalie to speak, collaborate, or tell your story like no one else can? Hit us up. The inbox is always open—and we actually check it.

RUDY'S GIRL MEDIA

The powerhouse behind the productions. Rudy’s Girl Media is Natalie’s content company, transforming communities one story at a time with bold, inclusive, and unforgettable content.

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