500 Fans Is Enough: Jae Cabrera’s Playbook for Purpose-Driven Artists | Catalyst of Change Ep. 26

We dive into the Filipino roots that shaped his radical hospitality, what anti-bullying advocacy taught him about compassion, and why follower counts don’t define creative worth. You’ll hear practical steps for new artists (open mics over algorithms, collaboration over comparison) and a powerful reframe: if 500 people follow you, treat them like a packed venue. What you’ll learn: ◼️How to use your voice as a tool for healing and service ◼️A resilient mindset for creators facing bullying or self-doubt ◼️The indie artist growth path: community, curation, radio & playlists ◼️Why kindness scales—and how to design welcoming spaces If this moved you, share it with someone who needs the reminder that sound can be sacred. Comment your favorite moment + timestamp, and don’t forget to stream Jae’s new single. Keywords: music as healing, Jae Cabrera interview, anti-bullying, Filipino culture, independent artists, radio show, Motown 25, creative community, artist mindset, Catalyst of Change, Alexia Cito, kindness, imposter syndrome, open mics, playlists

Timestamps 00:00 your voice can heal: setting the intention 03:10 the spark: MJ’s Motown 25 and a six-year-old’s dream 07:18 Filipino hospitality as a creative superpower 10:50 bullied as a kid: the compassion reframe that changes everything 16:45 taking it to schools: inside the anti-bullying tours 23:16 music as universal language: stories of songs that soothe 28:03 lockdown pivot: IG Lives that birthed a movement 32:01 from live stream to daily radio: building Vibing with Jae 39:05 advice to new artists: 500 true fans, open mics, collaboration 46:01 scaling with community: teams, partners, and a wider reach 49:01 new single + where to listen: how to support and get involved

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