I launched The Moodboard Podcast to continue the discussions around race, culture, and interior design all year long. These interviews are a part of a series called, Where Are The Tastemakers Now? I decided to catch up with Rochelle Porter and Rashad Frazier, two tastemakers that I haven’t spoken to in years to learn about what’s new with their businesses, and how are they managing quarantine. 

Rochelle Porter Design (RPD) is an Atlanta-based lifestyle brand specializing in vibrant, happy home décor and fashion textiles derived from her original artwork. In Rochelle’s designs she believes that sustainability can be stylish and affordable. Her brand’s eclectic travel pouches, throw pillows, and mobile accessories are ethically made with high-quality organic cotton and eco-friendly materials. RPD aims to design the flyest possible products while doing the least possible harm.

The Charlotte native, Rashad Frazier rolled up his sleeves six years ago and started PULLEDTOGETHER, a food and lifestyle brand with a curated collection of products and culinary services. The mission is simply to demystify what it’s like to make a good meal and to share the tools to do so. PT is the destination for those who marvel at tradition and enjoy bringing loved ones to the table to not only break bread, but shape traditions.

Rashad also launched four years ago, Yoshi Jenkins, a unique food platform which designs and crafts curated dining experiences for brands such as Macallan Whiskey, Vera Bradley, Tequila Avion, Jonathan Adler, Uptown Records and many more. 

I felt it was important to interview Rochelle and Rashad for this podcast because health and wellness go hand and hand, and Rochelle’s new athletic collection felt like the perfect compliment to Chef Rashad’s flavor-able and healthy food. Listen to our conversations, and get some inspiration for your summer athletic leisure look and some new recipes to add into your rotation.