Meet Insley Davis | Televsion Producer/Podcast Host

We had the good fortune of connecting with Insley Davis and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi Insley, we’d love to hear more about how you thought about starting your own business?
My thought process behind starting the Better and Badder podcast was rooted in a desire to merge my passions for storytelling, education, and elevating underrepresented voices. As a filmmaker and public media producer, I’ve always been drawn to creating impactful narratives, and I realized there was an opportunity to bring that same intentionality to branding and public relations.

Starting my business was about taking ownership of my creative vision and building something that reflects my values. I wanted to help brands and individuals tell their stories authentically, while also creating opportunities for growth and empowerment. It was also a way to challenge myself, grow as a professional, and leave a meaningful legacy in the industry

Can you open up a bit about your work and career? We’re big fans and we’d love for our community to learn more about your work.
My career has been an exciting blend of education and creative production, rooted in my passion for connecting with people through impactful narratives. I approach every project- whether it’s producing educational content, representing a brand, or managing my own endeavors- with a balance of heart and precision. Getting to where I am today wasn’t easy, but I lean on my community and mentors, and I’ve learned to find someone successful to model after in each role, which has helped tremendously along the way..

Through my work and my brand, I hope to leave a legacy of empowering others to tell their stories unapologetically. Whether it’s a young learner in a Georgia classroom, an entrepreneur seeking to elevate their brand, or a viewer listening to my podcast, my goal is always to create something that resonates and inspires people to grow.

Any places to eat or things to do that you can share with our readers? If they have a friend visiting town, what are some spots they could take them to?
I’d kick things off with breakfast at Le Bon Nosh. From there, we’d stroll through The Buckhead Village, grab some coffee from St. Germain, and walk around. Right now they have the Christmas market! If we’re looking for a late night bite, we could put on something nice and head to MCK. The next day I would explore the High Museum of Art and then head to the Atlanta History Center. Lunch would be at Mary Mac’s Tea Room, a Southern classic. For dinner, we’d do Poor Calvin’s, a fusion spot that’s always a hit. Day 3 would be on the westside. Q-Time soul food for lunch, then spend the afternoon exploring the boutiques at Westside Provisions District. The next day we’d get some fresh air walking through Little 5 Points. My favorite coffee spot in the city, Aurora, is there and they’re always a crowd favorite. If we’re up for it, maybe a walk on the Beltline featuring a patio punch from Ladybird.

No visit to Atlanta is complete without diving into its rich Black history and culture. You have visit the Auburn Avenue District, including the Martin Luther King Jr. National Historical Park and Ebenezer Baptist Church, if you’ve never been. Lunch that day would be at Slutty Vegan in Edgewood. If you’re there late enough, especially with a group, I’d tour the dives in the area – Joystick, Church, and Mambo Zombi are their own attractions. Of course, you have to make time for a Hawks, Falcons, or Atlanta United game with a pregame at McCormick & Schmicks or the Omni. On the final day, we’d hit up brunch at Dantanna’s. We’d wind down the trip walking around Buckhead and wrap up with dinner at Bistro Niko. A sunset toast at Spaceman would be the perfect goodbye to an incredible week.

The Shoutout series is all about recognizing that our success and where we are in life is at least somewhat thanks to the efforts, support, mentorship, love and encouragement of others. So is there someone that you want to dedicate your shoutout to?
My journey wouldn’t be complete without recognizing the incredible impact of the University of Georgia and Grady College of Journalism and Mass Communication. Grady shaped my understanding of storytelling and media in ways I couldn’t have imagined. I also want to shout out the professor I had the honor of TA’ing for- someone who not only believed in me but gave me invaluable opportunities to grow as an educator and communicator- Nate Kohn.

Of course, my family, friends, and community in Atlanta have been constant sources of encouragement, and the creative energy of the city itself has inspired me every step of the way. Starting my business felt like a natural extension of all these influences, giving me a platform to apply everything I’ve learned while elevating others through storytelling and education.

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