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Is boredom the secret to creativity? Can slowing down actually make you more productive? And how do you find balance in a world that demands constant hustle? Aaron and Seth dive into the art of intention, the meditative beauty of photography, and why embracing stillness might be your ultimate creative edge.Expect to Learn:Why crafting a strong narrative is essential for elevating your work and standing out as a creatorHow slowing down and embracing intentionality can help creators struggling to manage multiple projectsHow to reconnect with your craft and find joy in the processHow focusing on one task at a time with clear purpose improves your creative outputWhy reducing reliance on social media and other hyper-stimulating activities will reset your brain and make creative work more fulfillingSponsors:Thanks to Tamron for sponsoring this episode! Start the New Year with up to $300 off select lenses during their Winter Savings event, now through February 8, 2026. Save on lenses for Sony E-mount, Nikon Z-mount, and FUJIFILM X-mount mirrorless cameras. Explore here at www.tamron-americas.comOur Links:Join our subreddit where you can share stories and ask questions:https://www.reddit.com/r/photographermindset/Subscribe to TPM's Youtube page and watch full length episodes: https://www.youtube.com/thephotographermindset/Make a donation via PayPal for any amount you feel is equal to the value you receive from our podcast episodes! Donations help with the fees related to hosting the show: https://paypal.me/podcasttpm?country.x=CA&locale.x=en_USThanks for listening!Go get shooting, go get editing, and stay focused.@sethmacey@mantis_photography@thephotographermindsetSupport the show
“Even if it doesn't mean anything to you, it means something to the person that you're writing for, and it means something to the person who's reading the story.” – Dr. Rhonda M. Lawson Today's featured award-winning, bestselling author is a retired U.S. Army Master Sergeant, book coach, publicist, literary strategist, and the founder of Black History Month Literary Weekend, Dr. Rhonda Lawson. Dr. Rhonda and I had a fun on a bun chat about her books, her journey from military discipline to literary excellence, the realities of traditional versus self-publishing, and more!!Key Thing's You'll Learn:What inspired Dr. Rhonda to become an authorWhy you must value your own deadlines as much as those set for othersWhat business setback ended up setting her up for more successWhat inspired her to start the Black History Month Literary Weekend and keep it going for 10 yearsHer top three lessons from starting, running, and growing her podcastDr. Rhonda's Site: https://www.mtwimagesolutions.com/Dr. Rhonda's Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B007VXIXS0/allbooksDr. Rhonda's Podcast, “Horizons Author Lounge”: https://www.youtube.com/@meettheworldimagesolutions/streamsThe opening track is titled, “Unknown From M.E. | Sonic Adventure 2 ~ City Pop Remix” by Iridium Beats. To listen to and download the full track, click the following link. https://www.patreon.com/posts/sonic-adventure-136084016 Please support today's podcast to keep this content coming! CashApp: $DomBrightmonDonate on PayPal: @DBrightmonBuy Me a Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dombrightmonGet Going North T-Shirts, Stickers, and More: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/dom-brightmonThe Going North Advancement Compass: https://a.co/d/bA9awotYou May Also Like…Ep. 1026 – How Powerful Writing Can Help You Win at Life with Carla D. Bass (@CarlaDBassWrite): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-1026-how-powerful-writing-can-help-you-win-at-life-with-carla-d-bass-carladbasswrite/225 – Empowered to Win with Rev. Allison G. Daniels (@AllisonDaniels9): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/225-empowered-to-win-with-rev-allison-g-daniels-allisondaniels9/172 - Write to Influence with Carla Bass (@CarlaDBassWrite): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/172-write-to-influence-with-carla-bass-carladbasswrite/752 – The Speaker's Edge with Ken Lizotte (@kenlizotte): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-752-the-speakers-edge-with-ken-lizotte-kenlizotte/778 – How High Value Writing Can Transform Your Workplace Communication with Erin Lebacqz (@ErinLebacqz): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-778-how-high-value-writing-can-transform-your-workplace-communication-with-erin-lebacqz-erin/839 – How AI Can Enhance Your Storytelling and Creative Process with Richard Rosser: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-839-how-ai-enhance-your-storytelling-and-creative-process-with-richard-rosser/835 – Turn Words Into Wealth with Aurora Winter, MBA (@AuroraWinterMBA): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-835-turn-words-into-wealth-with-aurora-winter-mba-aurorawintermba/830 – How to Craft Spellbinding Stories for Your Brand with Park Howell (@ParkHowell): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-830-how-to-craft-spellbinding-stories-for-your-brand-with-park-howell-parkhowell/749 – From Music Ministry to Teaching and Writing with Donna Renay Patrick (@DonnaRPatrick): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-749-from-music-ministry-to-teaching-and-writing-with-donna-renay-patrick-donnarpatrick/158 - Faster, fewer, Better Emails with Dianna Booher (@diannabooher): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/158-faster-fewer-better-emails-with-dianna-booher-diannabooher/45 - From the Incubator to the Kingdom with Dr. Duane Mangum (@i_blend1): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/45-from-the-incubator-to-the-kingdom-with-dr-duane-mangum-i_blend1/30 - Success Moments with Torre A. Stocker (@torrestocker): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/30-success-moments-with-torre-a-stocker-torrestocker/
In this episode, I'm revealing a few of my favorite tips + tricks to find a steady stream of ideas for creating—whether for your business, a podcast, a book, a cause, or just for fun. I'm also sharing what happens when the ideas finally start, but you feel resistance sharing...These tricks have helped me through a decade of content creation, from writing for global brands to growing my own businesses, books, and podcasts. I can't wait to share them with you so you can find fresh inspiration and overcome any creative block—and get your message out into the world.
In this fun conversation, prolific authors Misty Evans and Michelle Miles share their writing journeys, discussing the challenges they faced, the impact of genre hopping, and the importance of creativity and mindfulness in their writing processes. They delve into the dynamics of co-writing, the intricacies of world-building, and offer valuable advice for aspiring authors, emphasizing adaptability and the long-term nature of a writing career. Chapters: 00:00 Introduction 02:32 Challenges in the Writing Journey 06:01 Genre Hopping and Its Impact 10:34 The Creative Process and Mindfulness 14:59 World Building and Character Development 21:27 Co-Writing Dynamics 25:03 Advice for New Authors Author's Websites: www.mistyevansbooks.com www.michellemiles.net Author Bios: USA TODAY Bestselling Author Misty Evans marked a remarkable milestone in 2025—her 100th published novel. A versatile storyteller, she entertains readers across urban fantasy, paranormal romance, and mystery/suspense genres, while also crafting supernatural cozy mysteries under her pen name, Nyx Halliwell. MICHELLE MILES writes fantasy, paranormal, and young adult adventures filled with magic, danger, and swoon-worthy romance. Her stories feature fierce heroines, unforgettable heroes, and epic quests—whether battling demons, taming dragons, or traveling through time. When she's not weaving new worlds, she narrates audiobooks and hosts Miles Beyond the Page, a podcast for book lovers and writers. A proud Texan, she enjoys hiking, movie marathons, and a good glass of wine. Book Link: https://books2read.com/LostKingdomEvansMiles Love this episode? Rate it ⭐️ Thumbs Up
Jake, Sam, and Lee discuss Lee's untimely death, Jake's rules for 2026, and how to find work when you're in between jobs. Reflect, laugh, and gain inspiration for the new year with us. 3 Point Perspective Podcast is sponsored by SVSLearn.com, the place where becoming a great illustrator starts!Click here for this episode's links and show notes.
Episode 92: OwnershipDaily CreativeIn this episode, we dive into the nuanced meaning of ownership in creative work and leadership. As the landscape is rapidly transformed by AI and powerful new tools, we explore the temptation to offload not just labor but also the very thinking that gives our work its unique signature. We unpack what it means to retain genuine ownership of process, relationships, and output—moving beyond merely curating machine-generated results and instead staying empathetically engaged in the creative process.Our guest, Greg Hawks, joins us to challenge the difference between “owners”, “renters”, and “vandals” in organizations. He brings fresh perspective on why many disengage, how environments subtly encourage or discourage ownership, and what teams and leaders can do to foster a climate where true creative engagement thrives.Some of the themes we touch on include:The fine balance between leveraging technology for efficiency and maintaining our emotional logic in creative decisionsWhy struggle and friction are the crucibles of meaningful, resonant workHow organizations inadvertently suppress ownership—and how to change that dynamicConcrete strategies for shifting from a renter to an owner mindsetThe powerful impact of reducing toxic “vandal” behavior on overall team engagementFive Key Learnings:Offloading too much of the creative process—especially decision-making—can hollow out our unique voice and intuition.Emotional logic, shaped by lived experience and intuition, is irreplaceable and differentiates meaningful work from mere output.Vandals—self-centered, divisive team members—can demotivate large segments of an organization, and removing them often unlocks higher engagement.True ownership requires us to understand the personal “returns” we seek (emotional, financial, relational, opportunity, growth) and articulate them courageously.Struggle and friction aren't just obstacles—they're where creative insight emerges and individual judgment is strengthened.Get full interviews and bonus content for free! Just join the list at DailyCreativePlus.com.Mentioned in this episode:The Brave Habit is available nowMy new book will help you make bravery a habit in your life, your leadership, and your work. Discover how to develop the two qualities that lead to brave action: Optimistic Vision and Agency. Buy The Brave Habit wherever books are sold, or learn more at TheBraveHabit.com.
18-time Grammy nominee and American musical legend Taj Mahal goes deep on his influences and his approach to the craft. PART ONEPaul and Scott kick off the new year with a discussion about the nominees for the upcoming Grammy Awards. And more! PART TWOOur in-depth conversation with Taj MahalABOUT TAJ MAHALSinger, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist Taj Mahal has mastered the blues form and has further built upon it by incorporating world music influences and expanding the boundaries of the genre. Growing up in Massachusetts, he made his way to Southern California in the mid-1960s where he formed the Group Rising Sons with Ry Cooder, Jessie Lee Kincaid, and Kevin Kelley. They signed with Columbia Records but, upon disbanding, Taj joined forces with guitarist Jesse Ed Davis and remained on the label as a solo artist. After a dozen albums with Columbia, he moved to Warner Bros. Records in the mid-1970s. Following a period spent living in Hawaii and largely out of the limelight in the 1980s, he ultimately reemerged for a new era of commercial success. Taj has been nominated for 18 Grammy Awards, winning five, including Best Contemporary Blues Album in 1997, 2000, 2008, and 2018, and best Traditional Blues Album in 2022 and 2025. He has received the Lifetime Achievement Award from both the Americana Music Association and the Recording Academy. His most recent album, a duet project with Keb' Mo' called Room on the Porch, is nominated for the Best Traditional Blues Album Grammy at the upcoming Awards on February 1st. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Hi friends welcome back to the show. I'm glad to have you. We all know that the creative process looks different for everyone. Today I'm going to be sharing some insights into the ever evolving development of mine.Thanks for listening!
Writer and editor Mason Currey on what artists' routines can teach us about focus, discipline, procrastination, and building a sustainable creative life.You'll learn:What led Mason to writing, and the early pressures that shaped his relationship with the work.Why he started Daily Routines as a side project, and what he was trying to solve with it.The moment the blog went viral, and what changed when an audience arrived.What it took to turn a quote-collecting blog into a book, including the research and structure behind it.Why routines work best when they're personal and flexible rather than prescriptive.Ideas for protecting your best hours, including Nicholson Baker's “double morning.”The difference between physical routine and creative routine, and why both matter.A realistic way to design an hour of writing, including what to do when “nothing happens.”What Worm Zooms are, and why “small progress” can be a powerful creative philosophy.The question underneath every routine: how artists make time for the work while paying the bills.Resources and Links:
It's about time we really talk about beauty tech, what it already looks like in parts of Asia, and what it could become in our homes in the next few years, in ways we probably can't even imagine yet.That's exactly what I explore in this episode with Wanfen Xia, CMO and Managing Director at Ulike Europe.Wanfen brings a clear and grounded perspective on where the beauty-tech sector is heading. We talk about how advanced Asian markets already are, what Europe can learn from them, and how new self-care routines might soon become a natural part of everyday life at home.What I especially appreciated in this conversation is Wanfen's gentle, thoughtful approach, shaped by literature, aesthetics, and a deep understanding to what beauty can mean beyond performance or perfection. It's a reminder that some things are meant to be felt intuitively.If you enjoy this conversation, don't forget to rate and review us on your favorite podcast platform.Read more about the Women Authors of Achievement (WAA) Podcast via waa.berlin/aboutFollow us on Instagram & find us on LinkedInSubscribe to our newsletter via waa.berlin/newsletter ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
As an entrepreneur, you are creating something that didn't exist before. Which means you're creative - whether you want to admit it or not. So what should your creative process look like? And what if it doesn't look like everyone else's? That's what I'm talking about in today's episode. In this episode, I'm sharing what I've learned about creativity from more than 10 years in business and how I've leaned into my Connected Creative Process to create my best work. I share the specifics of my Connected Creating Process and what's happened when I haven't let myself follow what naturally works for me. I also chat about why I've stopped trying to have a neat and tidy creative process and why you don't need one either. If you're a perfectionist and you're building a business, you want to listen to this episode today. Featured In The Episode: Join the waitlist for Perfectionists Getting Shit Done (PGSD) - samlaurabrown.com/pgsd Sign up for daily Perfectionist Power-Ups - samlaurabrown.com/power Follow me on Instagram @perfectionismproject
Join our next BoldBrush LIVE! Webinar by signing up here:register.boldbrush.com/live-guestLearn the magic of marketing with us here at BoldBrush!boldbrushshow.comGet over 50% off your first year on your artist website with FASO:FASO.com/podcast---On today's episode we sat down with Sandra Duran Wilson, an abstract painter, sculptor, author, and scientist based in Santa Fe. Sandra discusses how her dual upbringing among scientists and artists, plus early plein air experiences with her great aunt, shaped her experimental, curiosity-driven approach to art. She explains that creating is “like breathing” and that her artistic voice emerged over thousands of paintings, influenced by her background in cognitive science and early fascination with cellular structures seen through a microscope. She also discusses how intention, story, and lived experience transform craft into art, emphasizing that story can be conveyed through color, texture, layers, and emotion rather than literal representation. Sandra describes her book Awakening Your Creative Soul and related “soul spark” exercises as a manual for weekly play and experimentation, rooted partly in her years working with people in addiction and trauma recovery. Sandra also gives us tips about quieting the inner critic, using strategies like “muting” it, keeping a playful side canvas, working quickly with timers, and embracing imperfection and surrender—especially for perfectionist oriented artists. Sandra also shares how she built a career as a full-time artist through outdoor shows, teaching, writing, and relationships with collectors. Finally, Sandra highlights her upcoming Ireland workshop and a long-term installation project wrapping burned trees in painted canvases to respond to climate-change-driven wildfires.Sandra's FASO site:sandraduranwilson.comSandra's Social Media:instagram.com/sandraduranwilson/facebook.com/sandraduranwilsonartistSandra's YouTube Channel:youtube.com/sandraduranwilson
On Episode 257 of The Popko Project Podcast, I'm joined by Tysoul for a conversation that's equal parts real talk and creative fuel. We get into the moments that shaped him, what drives his sound, and how he balances passion with the pressure to keep leveling up. We dig into the creative process, the influences […]
SummaryIn this engaging conversation, Kurt and Jamie reflect on the past year, discussing their experiences, creative processes, and personal growth. They explore the concept of the 'Forgotten Week' as a time for creativity and reflection, the impact of AI on design education, and celebrate personal milestones. As they set intentions for the new year, they share their chosen words for 2026, emphasizing the importance of simplicity and creativity in their lives.TakeawaysThe New Year is a time for reflection and setting goals.The 'Forgotten Week' offers a unique opportunity for creativity.Finding beauty in brokenness can lead to personal growth.AI is transforming design education and creative processes.Celebrating personal milestones can enhance motivation.Setting intentions for the year can guide personal development.Simplicity can lead to a more focused and fulfilling life.Creativity should be embraced as a continuous process.Engaging with past work can enhance design projects.Collaboration and dialogue are key in creative environments.TitlesNew Year, New Goals: A Creative JourneyThe Forgotten Week: Embracing CreativitySound bites"We made it to 2026!""This is the Forgotten Week.""Do epic shit!"Chapters00:00 New Year Reflections02:29 The Forgotten Week05:09 Creative Opportunities During Downtime07:46 Year-End Recap and Resolutions22:29 Finding Beauty in Brokenness31:08 Reflections on the Past Year49:24 Words of the Year: A New BeginningSend Feedback :) Support the showBuy some Coffee! Support the Show!https://ko-fi.com/coffeesketchpodcast/shop Our Links Follow Jamie on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/falloutstudio/ Follow Kurt on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/kurtneiswender/ Kurt's Practice - https://www.instagram.com/urbancolabarchitecture/ Coffee Sketch on Twitter - https://twitter.com/coffeesketch Jamie on Twitter - https://twitter.com/falloutstudio Kurt on Twitter - https://twitter.com/kurtneiswender
Dave Tourjé: You Have to Destroy What You Create to Become FreeWhen Dave Tourjé was two years old, he had a box of wooden blocks. Every day he'd dump them on the floor, stack them into towers of color, admire what he built—then destroy it and start over.That ritual never stopped.Tourjé is a painter, a punk rock musician, a skateboarder, and a founding member of the California Locos—a collective of LA artists who represent the city's raw, multicultural energy. When he sat down with me for Audio Signals Podcast, we talked about survival, rebellion, and what it really takes to stay free as an artist."You have to learn to destroy what you're creating to really become free," Tourjé told me. "Otherwise you're gonna be trapped by your own creation."He calls himself a lucky survivor of the eighties. Born in 1960, raised in Los Angeles, he hit the punk rock scene at 19, got his first skateboard at 7, and was riding swimming pools by the time urethane wheels made it possible. He studied art on scholarship but quit when they asked him to do papier-mâché in college. "That was third grade for me," he said. "I just said, fuck this. I'm outta here."He's the only practicing artist from that program.When galleries started selling his concrete and steel furniture around the world, Tourjé thought they'd embrace his paintings too. Instead, they told him to stick with what was selling. When collectors wanted commissioned work in different colors, he walked away. "I was not built to do it," he said. "So I bowed out."Instead of finding a patron, he built one. A construction company that runs without him—a machine that pays him without requiring him to owe anything to anyone. "It's going to be my patron," he explained. "It's a similar model, but without all the social implications."That freedom let him focus on the California Locos, a collective he assembled around 2011 with friends who were all leaders in their own corners of LA culture—surf, skate, street art, tattoo, photography. "We are basically Los Angeles," he said. "A very honest reflection."Their book, Renaissance and Rebellion, tells the story from the sixties to now. It's published by Drago in Rome and distributed internationally. They're currently showing at the California Surf Museum in Oceanside, with museum shows lined up for 2027 and Spain on the horizon.But the moment that stuck with me came at the end of our conversation. We talked about how musicians destroy as they create—every live performance disappears the moment it's played. "It's like painting a painting that as soon as you put it down and you go to get the next paint, the paint is gone."And when someone looks at his paintings and sees something he never intended? He doesn't correct them. "The story is the painting," he said. "As soon as the artist says what it's about, everybody has to abide by the rules."He refuses to impose meaning. Once he's done, he becomes an observer. The work is no longer his—it's an object from the past. He's already onto the next thing.That's what freedom looks like after a lifetime of rebellion.Stay tuned. Subscribe. And remember—we are all made of stories.-- Marco_______________________________________________________________________________________Audio Signals Podcast
In this episode, I sit down with Bob Lambert, who draws on decades of real operating experience building iconic consumer brands like Nerds to explain why sustainable growth doesn't come from clever campaigns or chasing trends. It comes from clarity, curiosity, trust, and a deep understanding of how people think, feel, and make decisions. He breaks down why so many founders struggle to stand out despite having more technology, data, and channels than ever, and how unclear messaging quietly limits revenue and momentum.Our conversation shifts beyond marketing and into leadership and culture. Bob explains how trust erodes inside teams, why leaders lose effectiveness when they stop asking questions, and how creativity suffers when organizations prioritize speed and scale over understanding. As AI and automation accelerate, he makes the case that human connection, judgment, and empathy are becoming more valuable, not less, and that founders who ignore this will fall behind no matter how advanced their tools are.You'll learn:✅ Why most founders misunderstand what actually makes brands resonate✅ How creativity, curiosity, and observation drive durable growth✅ Why unclear messaging quietly kills differentiation and trust✅ How leadership and brand failures often stem from the same root problems✅ What decades of brand-building still teach founders in an AI-driven worldIf you're a founder or entrepreneur trying to build something that compounds over time, communicates more clearly, and creates products and brands people actually care about, this episode offers a hard-earned perspective you won't get from trend-driven advice.Connect with Bob LambertGuest LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robertjlambert/Guest Website: https://www.human2humanllc.com/If you are a B2B company that wants to build your own in-house content team instead of outsourcing your content to a marketing agency, we may be a fit for you! Everything you see in our podcast and content is a result of a scrappy, nimble, internal content team along with an AI-powered content systems and process. Check out pricing and services here: https://impaxs.comHead to our website to stream every episode on your favorite platform, join the Founder Talk community, and submit questions for future guests–all in one place: https://foundertalkpodcast.com/Timecodes00:00 Introduction and Welcoming Bob Lambert00:10 The Story Behind Nerds Candy01:57 Marketing Strategies and Innovations05:26 Creative Process and Brainstorming07:37 Challenges and Successes in Marketing24:04 The Evolution of Marketing29:38 Personal Branding and Modern Marketing39:23 The Power of Storytelling in Branding40:03 The Evolution of Branding Strategies41:49 The Importance of Customer Relationships43:39 Human to Human: A New Approach46:47 The Role of Trust in Business50:25 Effective Communication Skills01:02:25 The Future of AI and Human Interaction01:12:43 Final Thoughts and Contact Information
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Success doesn't always look like momentum, noise, or constant visibility. Sometimes, it looks like presence, self-trust, and the quiet choices no one else sees. In this episode of Achieving Success with Olivia Atkin, Olivia sits down with actress Sofie Kane for a grounded and deeply human conversation about what it really takes to build a meaningful career without disconnecting from yourself along the way. From redefining success through love and gratitude to navigating grief while still showing up for life and work, Sofie shares how her inner world has become just as important as what happens on screen.Together, they explore the unseen work behind performance and ambition turning routines into rituals, showing up even when self-doubt is loud, protecting creative quiet in a hyper-visible world, and learning when to try anyway. This conversation moves through auditions, boundaries, journaling, social media, and the moments that shape us when no one is watching. If you've ever questioned how to stay true to yourself while still moving forward, this episode invites you to rethink what being “seen” really means and why the quiet work might be the most powerful part of all.Want to start your own podcast, grow your show, or get featured as a guest? Let's map it out together. Book a free clarity call with Olivia to explore the next best move for your podcast strategy whether you're building from scratch, ready to scale, or looking to use guesting to grow your brand. MeetwithOlivia.meNeed more inspiration or tools?Access Olivia's book, podcast growth resources, and done-for-you support at Achieving-Success.comGet the Podcast Growth Partner For Yourself: Want to cut your content time from 12–20 hours a week down to under 30 minutes without sacrificing strategy, voice, or quality? The Podcast Growth Partner is the customized AI system built from Olivia Atkin's proven frameworks, giving you titles, descriptions, SEO, and monetization support in minutes. Access it here: ACHIEVING SUCCESS LLCStay Connected With Us:LinkedIn: achieving-success-llcInstagram: @_achievingsuccessTwitter: @_achievesuccessFacebook: @Achieving SuccessBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/achieving-success-with-olivia-atkin--5743662/support.
Jess Bachman is the co-founder of FireTeam, a performance creative agency helping to scale ecommerce brands. Follow Jess on X at https://x.com/hirefireteam and learn more about FireTeam's services at https://fireteam.is.REFERENCED IN THIS EPISODE:AFP Episode: "Exactly How We Use AI To Make Meta Ad Creative That Scales (With Patrick Coddou)"Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4HjB3J2TFtxIvfokg9RqfK?si=afb1f92aa02843cbApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/exactly-how-we-use-ai-to-make-meta-ad-creative-that/id1646694096?i=1000738610197MORE STAFFINGRecruit, onboard, and train incredible virtual professionals in the Philippines with my friends at More Staffing by visiting https://morestaffing.co/af. ZATO MARKETINGGet excellent Google Ads management from the same boutique agency that I regularly partner with at https://zatomarketing.com.FOLLOW UP WITH ANDREW X: https://x.com/andrewjfaris Email: podcast@ajfgrowth.comWork with Andrew: https://ajfgrowth.com
In this episode of My Miniature Obsession, I sit down with the incredibly inspiring Ariana Vernier of DIY Vernier Style—a former teacher turned full-time miniature entrepreneur.Ariana shares how a simple project for her daughter sparked an unexpected passion for miniatures, ultimately leading her to leave her corporate job and grow a thriving Etsy business. From laser cutting and 3D printing to shipping full-sized dollhouses across the country, Ariana walks us through the creative—and sometimes chaotic—realities of building a business from scratch.We talk about pricing challenges, packaging strategies, and the power of community, as customers bring her modern, beachy dollhouses to life in their own unique ways. Ariana also opens up about what's next: expanding her product line, diving into custom furniture, and possibly even stepping into the world of miniature shows.This conversation is packed with encouragement for anyone dreaming of turning their creative passion into a full-time path—even when the road feels uncertain.
Originally released March 21, 2025In this episode of Unglossy, Tom and Jeffrey sit down with Keenan Scott II, a prolific playwright, poet, actor, director, and producer from Queens, New York. Keenan delves into his artistic journey, beginning with his early passion for visual arts and comic books, and transitioning into poetry and performance as he navigated his formative years in Maryland. His experiences at open mic nights in D.C. were pivotal, shaping his creative expression and laying the groundwork for his future in theater. Keenan also discusses the genesis of his renowned play, "Thoughts of a Colored Man," which started as college monologues aimed at authentically representing Black experiences absent from mainstream theater.The conversation further explores the complexities and challenges of bringing a play to Broadway. Keenan sheds light on the logistical and financial hurdles, including navigating the influential theater families that control Broadway venues. Despite these challenges and the abrupt end to his play's run due to COVID-19, Keenan's work continues to make a significant impact. Looking ahead, he shares his excitement for future projects through his company, Project Toy Entertainment, aiming to fuse various artistic mediums and empower new creative voices. His advice to emerging artists—to believe in themselves and embrace perseverance—is a testament to his journey and dedication to the arts."Unglossy: Decoding Brand in Culture," is produced and distributed by Merrick Studio and hosted by Merrick Chief Creative Officer, Tom Frank and music industry veteran, Jeffrey Sledge. Tune in to hear this thought-provoking discussion on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, or wherever you catch your podcasts. Follow us on Instagram @UnglossyPod to join the conversation and support the show at https://unglossypod.buzzsprout.com/Send us a textSupport the show
Send us a textAct One Podcast - Episode 50 - Special Episode featuring a panel discussion on the topic of "How to Give Notes to Screenwriters" with producer/creative executive Owen Shiflett, screenwriter Clare Sera, and screenwriter/producer Quinton Peeples.Great storytelling thrives on great feedback. This class explores how to give notes that inspire, not deflate—how to challenge writers without crushing their voice. We'll break down what makes notes useful, how to communicate them effectively, and how to turn criticism into creativity. This panel discussion was recorded on Tuesday, October 28th, 2025, as part of our Act One Producing and Entertainment Executive Program.About our panelists:OWEN SHIFLETT has been the SVP of Production and Development at both Blue Monday Productions and Content Superba. Prior to that, Owen held positions as VP of Development at Shudder and Sundance Now, where he oversaw the creation of original content for both platforms. Owen also served as the Head of Television at Parkes MacDonald and Director of Development at AMC Networks.CLARE SERA has written in the family film genre for nearly every studio in Hollywood, including writing BLENDED, the Sandler/Barrymore family rom-com and SMALLFOOT, the animated family film. She has contributed to dozens of films, both animated and live action in this genre. She has written a screen adaptation of The Shadowmaker (by author Ron Hansen) for Goodman Pictures and is developing a feature take on the Nativity story for Southland Studios.QUINTON PEEPLES has written multiple features for all the major networks and studios including Fox, NBC, ABC, Disney, Lionsgate and many others. He found his way to directing in 1995 when he shot his original screenplay “JOYRIDE” starring Tobey Maguire and Benicio DelToro. Quinton has worked on multiple shows as varied as “FLASHFORWARD,” “UNFORGETTABLE,” “THE LAST SHIP,” “11/22/63,” and Marvel's “RUNAWAYS.” Most recently he ran the limited series “ECHOES” for Netflix. The Act One Podcast provides insight and inspiration on the business and craft of Hollywood from a Christian perspective.Support the show
We've been celebrating our 10th anniversary all year by digging in the vaults to re-present classic episodes with fresh commentary. Today, for our final "classic episode" of 2025, we're revisiting our 2020 conversation with "All I Want for Christmas" co-writer Walter Afanasieff. Happy holidays and thanks for a great year of looking back together as we continue to look toward the future!ABOUT WALTER AFANASIEFFThirteen-time Grammy nominee and two-time winner Walter Afanasieff is best known for his collaborative songwriting and production partnership with Mariah Carey that yielded hit singles such as “Can't Let Go,” “Dreamlover,” “Hero,” “Without You,” “Anytime You Need a Friend,” “Butterfly,” “My All,” and “One Sweet Day,” a duet with Boyz II Men that was named ASCAP Song of the Year. It hit #1 in December of 1995 and stayed there for sixteen weeks—a record that remained unbroken for more than two decades. Their “All I Want for Christmas is You” was released in 1994 and has since become a holiday standard. It hit #1 on Billboard's pop chart for the first time in 2019, giving Walter and Mariah the world record for the longest period of time between a song's original release and its arrival at the top of the chart. In addition to his success with Carey, Afanasieff carved out a formidable reputation as a go-to producer of hit movie songs. After co-writing and co-producing the Gladys Knight single “License to Kill” from the James Bond film of the same name, he went on to produce “Beauty and the Beast,” “A Whole New World” from Aladdin, “Even If My Heart Would Break” from The Bodyguard, and “My Heart Will Go On” from Titanic, which became the best-selling single in the world for 1998. Additionally he produced “Some Day” from The Hunchback of Notre Dame and the Academy Award nominated “Go the Distance” from Hercules.Other hits from the Walter Afanasieff songbook include “Can You Stop the Rain,” a #1 R&B single for Peabo Bryson that earned a Grammy nomination for Best R&B Song, “Missing You Now,” a #1 Adult Contemporary hit for Michael Bolton, “If You Go Away,” a Top 20 single for New Kids on the Block, Savage Garden's #1 pop single “I Knew I Loved You,” and Ricky Martin's massive global hit “She Bangs.”The long list of additional artists Walter has written and produced music for includes Michael Jackson, Lionel Richie, Luther Vandross, Destiny's Child, Kenny G, Andrea Bocelli, Johnny Mathis, Kenny Loggins, Barbra Streisand, Christina Aguilera, Marc Anthony, Babyface, and Josh Groban. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Join our next BoldBrush LIVE! Webinar by signing up here:register.boldbrush.com/live-guestLearn the magic of marketing with us here at BoldBrush!boldbrushshow.comGet over 50% off your first year on your artist website with FASO:FASO.com/podcast---In our final episode of the year, we sat down with David Griffin, a fine artist with a love of capturing the nostalgic scenes of his childhood. David shares his journey from pre‑med student and college baseball player in Lubbock, Texas to becoming a successful illustrator and, later, a fine artist rooted in realism and storytelling. He recounts formative experiences at the Illustrators Workshop in New York, his years sharing a Dallas studio with top illustrators, and the lessons they taught him about composition, narrative, and creating “a place for the eye to rest.” David explores how memory, truth, and heritage—big skies, ranch life, and family artifacts—shape his work and give it emotional honesty. A major focus is David's new long-term project, “The Art of Wandering,” where he will document how mental and physical wandering with a sense of wonder leads to ideas, large paintings, and deeper relationships with collectors and fellow artists. David also dives into the idea of art as a lifelong calling, discussing struggle, hard work versus talent, the trap of imitating others, and the importance of finding one's own authentic voice by pursuing one's own heart. David closes by reflecting on art as a conversation without words, his hope that truthful work outlives the artist, and his gratitude for the creative community and opportunities ahead.David's FASO site:davidgriffinstudio.comDavid's Social Media:instagram.com/davidrgriffinfacebook.com/david.griffin.5
Want to avoid burnout, increase productivity, and have more fun in 2026? Jake Parker shares how seasonal living feeds the soul and how you can implement it into your creative practice. 3 Point Perspective Podcast is sponsored by SVSLearn.com, the place where becoming a great illustrator starts!Click here for this episode's links and show notes.
Sharing in this episode about how I'm coming back to center after a season of travel & routine disruptions, and how I'm noticing ADHD medication is changing my creative process—a lot of grief here for me at the change, but I'm trying some new experiments to see if there are other systems and supports I need to help me with my creativity on meds!
I asked MrBeast and Mark Rober to break down their empires from content to products to experiences just like Walt Disney did in 1957. Thanks Shopify for sponsoring, get your free trial: https://www.Shopify.com/YoushaeiGet our free YT Hack Pack with our best tips, tools & templates: https://www.YTHackPack.comJoin our Discord of 6,500 creators helping each other grow: Discord Join our newsletter for latest creator news & tips: https://created.newsGet free 30 minute consulting with my new company, Boring Stuff, which does taxes, accounting, and more for creators: https://www.boring-stuff.comGet Created merch hoodies, hats, shirts & crewnecks: https://created.storeSubscribe for more videos: https://tr.ee/YoushaeiYT0:00 - Inside Jimmy & Mark's Empires2:17 - Jimmy's YouTube Channels: Old & New3:02 - Beast Land: Is America Next?5:45 - Announcing MrBeast Financial7:30 - MrBeast's Big Software Play8:59 - Writing Books11:03 - Testing Ideas for Beast Games11:47 - Feastables, Merch, Lunchly & More13:57 - Developing New Talent15:44 - $5B Valuation18:07 - Mark's Biggest Videos21:16 - Mark's YouTube Thumbnail Strategy22:45 - Rejecting $50M26:12 - Mark's “Trilogy” of Products28:46 - Brand Deals30:28 - Creative Process for Shorts32:40 - Brand Deals (Continued)34:07 - New Netflix Show37:26 - IRL Experiences41:54 - $55M Classroom…For Free45:01 - “Most Important Thing I'll Do”
Alan Light reflects on how Fleetwood Mac put aside their internal conflicts to create the iconic album 'Rumours'.Listen to Episode 343 - The Enduring Legacy of Fleetwood Mac's 'Rumours'15% OFF Any Purchase At Old Glory For Booked On Rock Listeners! — Over 300,000 officially licensed items. Featuring legendary music artists like Bob Marley, The Beatles,Grateful Dead, and more. Use the code "BOOKEDONROCK" or hit this link:https://oldglory.com/discount/BOOKEDONROCK----------Booked On Rock is part of The Boneless Podcasting Network BookedOnRock.com The Booked On Rock Store The Booked On Rock YouTube Channel Follow The Booked On Rock with Eric Senich:BLUESKYFACEBOOKINSTAGRAMTIKTOKX Find Your Nearest Independent Bookstore Contact The Booked On Rock Podcast: thebookedonrockpodcast@gmail.com The Booked On Rock Music: “Whoosh” by Crowander / “Last Train North” & “No Mercy” by TrackTribe
In this episode, Terri talks with Alexis Unger, a writer, yoga and meditation instructor, and community connector based in Birmingham, Alabama. They discuss Alexis's memoir, "Unreliable Narrator," the healing power of creative expression, the importance of community, and the spiritual practice of restorative yoga. This conversation is a beautiful exploration of how we can navigate life's complexities, including grief, by turning inward and embracing our creativity. Guest: Alexis Unger Alexis Ann Unger is a multi-passionate creative who helps people connect with their inner spirit through yoga, meditation, writing, and community. She is the author of the memoir "Unreliable Narrator" and is a beloved yoga and meditation instructor in Birmingham. Alexis is passionate about creating sober, conscious spaces for connection and creativity. Key Topics Discussed Writing as a Spiritual Practice: Alexis shares her journey of writing her memoir and how writing can be a powerful tool for processing grief and understanding oneself. The Healing Power of Creative Arts: Terri and Alexis discuss how various creative modalities like writing, dance, and music can be healing and help us process emotions. Finding Your Creative Outlet: The importance of exploring different creative avenues to find what resonates with you and helps you connect with your inner voice. The Role of Community: The conversation highlights the significance of community spaces like the Chai House in Birmingham for fostering connection, creativity, and healing. Restorative Yoga: A deep dive into the practice of restorative yoga, its benefits for the mind and body, and how it differs from more active forms of yoga. Navigating the Winter Season: Terri and Alexis talk about embracing the energy of winter as a time for rest, reflection, and turning inward. Memorable Quotes "I think that the creative arts did heal me, right? My different modalities... I think that those things like heal us and then it's really interesting and cool to be able to help others to figure out what those things are for them." - Alexis Unger "What am I here on earth to do? I'm here to love and be loved, you know, and it's just a good reminder to myself and I think to the readers that that really is what we're here to do." - Alexis Unger "Just take the time to really get to know yourself and honor that this society may not always give you plenty of opportunity to do so, but you can find those spaces to do so in community." - Alexis Unger Events and Offerings Alexis Unger Processing 2025 & Envisioning 2026 Events: Join Alexis at the Cha House for these special workshops to reflect on the past year and set intentions for the year to come. Yoga and Journaling Workshops: Explore the connection between movement, breath, and writing in one of Alexis's workshops. Ecstatic Dance: Experience a sober dance space and connect with community at the upcoming Winter Solstice ecstatic dance event. Book: "Unreliable Narrator" is available for purchase. Click here. Terri Ann Heiman Winter Solstice Meditation: Saturday at The Yoga Circle - Crystals, Color, Light and Sound. Intuitive Guidance and Healing: Terri offers one-on-one sessions for intuitive guidance, energy healing, and connecting with your spirit. Holiday bonus: 2026 Soul Alignment Session Connect with Alexis Linktree: https://linktr.ee/alexisannunger Instagram: @alexisannunger Connect with Terri Website: https://www.terriannheiman.com/ Instagram: @terriannheiman
Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese: Finding Inspiration: A Winter Solstice Awakening Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/zh/episode/2025-12-20-23-34-02-zh Story Transcript:Zh: 冬至节这天，天坛笼罩在一片宁静与庄严之中。En: On the day of the Winter Solstice, the Tiantan was enveloped in an atmosphere of tranquility and solemnity.Zh: 阳光微弱，如同薄纱，洒在雕刻精美的建筑和广阔的园林上。En: The sunlight was faint, like a thin veil, cascading over the intricately carved buildings and vast gardens.Zh: 冷风轻轻吹过，树叶沙沙作响，为这一场景增添了一份特有的冬日气息。En: A cold breeze gently passed by, rustling the leaves, adding a unique winter atmosphere to the scene.Zh: 梁和梅走在天坛的石板路上。En: Liang and Mei walked on the stone pavement of the Tiantan.Zh: 四周的热闹似乎和梁的心情形成鲜明的对比。En: The lively surroundings seemed to be in stark contrast to Liang's mood.Zh: 他深深困扰于即将到来的艺术展览。En: He was deeply troubled by the upcoming art exhibition.Zh: 他的灵感仿佛被冬季的寒风冻结了，甭说画出好作品，他连纸上的一笔都不敢下。En: It was as if his inspiration had been frozen by the winter chill, and he dared not even make a single stroke on paper, let alone produce good artwork.Zh: 梅注意到了梁的沉默，轻轻握住他的手。En: Mei noticed Liang's silence and gently held his hand.Zh: “不要太着急，”她微笑着说，“有时候过于用力反而迷失方向。”En: "Don't worry too much," she said with a smile, "sometimes pushing too hard can make you lose your way."Zh: 梁点点头，却依旧眉头紧锁。En: Liang nodded, but his brow remained furrowed.Zh: 他抬头看向祈年殿。En: He looked up at the Qiniandian.Zh: 它在冬日的阳光下熠熠生辉，仿佛在静静等待他们的到来。En: It shone in the winter sunlight, as if quietly waiting for them to arrive.Zh: “我们去看看祭祀仪式吧，”梅建议道，希望通过这些传统能激发梁的灵感。En: "Let's go see the sacrificial ceremony," Mei suggested, hoping that these traditions could ignite Liang's inspiration.Zh: 两人绕过园林，跟随人群来到仪式进行的地方。En: The two of them walked through the gardens, following the crowd to where the ceremony was taking place.Zh: 冬至节的仪式庄严而美丽，色彩斑斓的服饰，悠扬的乐声，烛火的摇曳，与天坛的古老建筑融为一体。En: The Winter Solstice ceremony was solemn and beautiful, with colorful costumes, melodious music, and flickering candle flames blending seamlessly with the ancient architecture of the Tiantan.Zh: 梁感受到内心的震撼。En: Liang felt a deep sense of awe.Zh: 这一切仿佛是一幅流动的画，每一个细节都在他的心里留下了深刻的印象。En: It was as if everything around him formed a moving painting, with each detail leaving a profound impression on his heart.Zh: 忽然间，灵感如一束光闪过梁的心灵。En: Suddenly, inspiration flashed through Liang's mind like a beam of light.Zh: 他看到的不再是一个单一的画面，而是一个充满活力的世界。En: What he saw was no longer a single image, but a vibrant world.Zh: 他的心跳加速，焦虑一扫而空。En: His heart raced, and his anxiety vanished completely.Zh: 仪式结束后，梅见梁眼中重新燃起光芒，便知道他的创作欲望再次被点燃。En: After the ceremony, Mei saw the renewed spark in Liang's eyes and knew that his desire to create had been reignited.Zh: “我想，我找到我要的东西了，”梁激动地说。En: "I think I've found what I needed," Liang said excitedly.Zh: 回到工作室，梁几乎是不眠不休地工作。En: Back in the studio, Liang worked almost tirelessly.Zh: 他所创造的，是一幅名为“冬至礼赞”的画。En: What he created was a painting titled "Praise of the Winter Solstice."Zh: 画中，天坛在冬日光影中宁静而又充满生气，仿佛在那里完成了一场跨越时空的对话。En: In the painting, the Tiantan appeared serene yet full of life in the winter's light and shadow, as if a dialogue transcending time and space had taken place there.Zh: 梁捕捉到了节日的核心，捕捉到了自己的心灵。En: Liang captured the essence of the festival and his own spirit.Zh: 展览的那一天，这幅画成了全场的焦点。En: On the day of the exhibition, this painting became the focal point of the entire event.Zh: 来看展的人们纷纷停在画前驻足，他们能感受到那份从内到外的生命力。En: Visitors stopped in front of the painting, able to feel the vitality emanating from within.Zh: 这次经历让梁明白，灵感不必强求，En: This experience taught Liang that inspiration should not be forced.Zh: 有时放松心情，沉浸于美好的体验中，自然会有意想不到的收获。En: Sometimes, by relaxing the mind and immersing oneself in beautiful experiences, unexpected rewards can come naturally.Zh: 创作的压力消减了，他的心灵也因此更加自由。En: The pressure of creation diminished, and his spirit became freer.Zh: 他默默地握着梅的手，感谢她一直以来的支持。En: He silently held Mei's hand, grateful for her unwavering support.Zh: 天坛依旧宁静，而梁心中的那座天坛却充满了光芒。En: The Tiantan remained tranquil, yet the Tiantan in Liang's heart was filled with light. Vocabulary Words:tranquility: 宁静solemnity: 庄严enveloped: 笼罩intricately: 精美cascading: 洒rustling: 沙沙作响pavement: 石板路stark: 鲜明troubled: 困扰exhibition: 展览faded: 凋谢frozen: 冻结furrowed: 紧锁inspiration: 灵感sacrificial ceremony: 祭祀仪式awe: 震撼melodious: 悠扬flickering: 摇曳seamlessly: 融为一体beam: 一束vibrant: 充满活力anxiety: 焦虑ignited: 点燃tirelessly: 不眠不休serene: 宁静dialogue: 对话essence: 核心focal point: 焦点emanating: 散发rewards: 收获
Send us a textIn this adventurous episode of Living the Dream with Curveball, we are thrilled to welcome Paul Trammell, an author and nomadic sailor who has embraced a life of freedom on the open waters. Join us as Paul shares his incredible journey of leaving behind a traditional lifestyle to live full-time on his sailboat, exploring the world while crafting compelling stories. He discusses his transition from a life of partying as a musician to achieving sobriety and discovering his passion for writing. Paul reveals the inspiration behind his novels and self-help books, including his unique method for overcoming addiction and the adventures that fuel his creativity. Listeners will be captivated by his tales of sailing, spear fishing, and the challenges of living off the grid. Paul also offers invaluable advice for those dreaming of a nomadic lifestyle, emphasizing the importance of planning and education. Don't miss this engaging conversation filled with inspiration, adventure, and the pursuit of dreams! Discover more about Paul and his work at www.paultrammell.comSupport the show
Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese: From Darkness to Light: A Christmas Presentation Surprise Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/zh/episode/2025-12-19-08-38-19-zh Story Transcript:Zh: 在学校的深处，有一个不常用的地下室，大家称它为“秘密地堡”。En: Deep within the school, there is an infrequently used basement that everyone calls the "mìmì dìbǎo" (Secret Bunker).Zh: 墙上挂满了过去的海报，地上是积尘已久的旧家具。En: The walls are covered with old posters, and the floor is littered with dusty old furniture.Zh: 雪悄然无声地下着，为冬天增添了一丝浪漫。En: Snow was silently falling, adding a touch of romance to the winter day.Zh: 在这个特别的地方，小文和连准备着他们的圣诞演讲。En: In this special place, Xiǎowén and Lián were preparing their Christmas presentation.Zh: 小文是个非常细致的学生。En: Xiǎowén was a very meticulous student.Zh: 她喜欢一切都按计划进行，笔记本上整整齐齐地写着每一个步骤。En: She liked everything to go according to plan, and her notebook was neatly filled with every step.Zh: 相反，连是个随和的人，他更喜欢即兴发挥。En: In contrast, Lián was an easygoing person who preferred to improvise.Zh: 他们都是好朋友，但在如何准备演讲上却有不同的想法。En: They were good friends but had different ideas on how to prepare for the presentation.Zh: “小文，我们要不试试从不同的角度来呈现这个项目？”连提议道，他的眼睛闪烁着兴奋。En: "Xiǎowén, how about we try presenting this project from a different angle?" Lián suggested, his eyes sparkling with excitement.Zh: “不行，我们得确保每个部分都完美无缺。”小文坚持，她认真地看着自己的笔记。En: "No, we need to make sure every part is flawless," Xiǎowén insisted, seriously looking at her notes.Zh: 他们坐在冰冷的地上，空气中弥漫着一股旧书的气味。En: They sat on the cold floor, the air thick with the smell of old books.Zh: 连叹了口气，心想他是不是该坚持自己的想法。En: Lián sighed, wondering if he should stick to his idea.Zh: 小文则在心里想着是否应该独自完成任务，这样更有效率。En: Xiǎowén, on the other hand, pondered whether she should complete the task alone for efficiency.Zh: 然而，就在他们争论不休的时候，地堡的灯忽然熄灭了。En: However, just as they were arguing endlessly, the lights in the bunker suddenly went out.Zh: 电源切断，四周漆黑一片。En: The power was cut, and everything around was pitch black.Zh: “糟糕，”小文惊呼，“我们不能看笔记了。”En: "Oh no," Xiǎowén exclaimed, "we can't see the notes."Zh: “没关系，就让我们来一次即兴表演吧！”连笑了，他觉得这种情况正是他所期待的。En: "No worries, let's do an improvised performance!" Lián laughed, feeling that this situation was just what he had been hoping for.Zh: 在黑暗中，他们开始模拟演讲，一边摸索着讲解，一边试着用声音来吸引注意力。En: In the darkness, they began to simulate the presentation, groping their way through the explanations and trying to captivate attention with their voices.Zh: 小文渐渐放下了笔记的束缚，开始和连一起创造性地编织他们的故事。En: Xiǎowén gradually let go of the constraints of her notes, and together with Lián, started to weave their story creatively.Zh: 此时此刻，他们在没有计划的情况下，找到了新的平衡。En: In that moment, they found a new balance without a plan.Zh: 到了演讲那天，场景看似凌乱但却另有一种特别的美感。En: On the day of the presentation, the scene seemed chaotic but possessed a special beauty.Zh: 小文和连在台上，融入了计划中的每个细节和即兴的灵感表演。En: Xiǎowén and Lián were on stage, incorporating every planned detail with inspiration from the impromptu show.Zh: 两人的合作赢得了老师和同学们的掌声。En: Their collaboration won applause from teachers and classmates.Zh: 散会之后，小文看着连，感慨地说：“我学会了信任你的直觉，计划有时不如体验过程有趣。”En: After the meeting, Xiǎowén looked at Lián and said emotionally, "I've learned to trust your intuition; sometimes the process is more fun than the plan."Zh: 连微笑着回答：“我也明白了，有个计划基础很重要。谢谢你，小文。”En: Lián smiled and replied, "I've also realized that having a plan is important. Thank you, Xiǎowén."Zh: 就这样，他们不仅解决了冲突，还从这次经历中学到了彼此的可贵之处。En: In this way, they not only resolved their conflict but also learned the value of each other's qualities from this experience.Zh: 随着窗外的雪继续飞扬，小文和连走出了秘密地堡，心中满是友情的温暖。En: As the snow continued to fly outside, Xiǎowén and Lián walked out of the mìmì dìbǎo, their hearts warm with friendship. Vocabulary Words:infrequently: 不常用meticulous: 细致improvise: 即兴发挥flawless: 完美无缺exclaimed: 惊呼improvised: 即兴的simulate: 模拟captivate: 吸引constraints: 束缚weave: 编织impromptu: 即兴的incorporating: 融入chaotic: 凌乱intuition: 直觉resolved: 解决qualities: 可贵之处process: 过程presentation: 演讲groping: 摸索pondered: 想着pitch black: 漆黑一片endlessly: 不休balcony: 没有exploratory: 没有negotiation: 没有resourceful: 没有lighthearted: 没有panorama: 没有
GRAMMY winner and Nashville Songwriters Hall of Famer Mike Reid chats about his remarkable musical life. PART ONEScott and Paul talk about the sports games and so much morePART TWOOur in depth conversation with Mike ReidABOUT MIKE REIDNashville Songwriters Hall of Famer Mike Reid has written twelve #1 country songs and has had his work recorded by Bonnie Raitt, Anita Baker, Bette Midler, Prince, George Michael, Nancy Wilson, Etta James, Kenny Rogers, Ann Murray, Wynonna Judd, Alabama, Joe Cocker, Tanya Tucker, Willie Nelson, Collin Raye and Tim McGraw. He is perhaps best known for co-writing the modern-day standard “I Can't Make You Love Me” with Allen Shamblin. Launching his music career as a staff songwriter for country star Ronnie Milsap's publishing company, Reid penned Milsap hits such as “Stranger in My House,” which won a Grammy for Best Country Song” and “Lost in the Fifties Tonight,” which was named ASCAP's Country Song of the Year. As an artist, Mike signed with Columbia Records and scored a #1 hit with the self-penned “Walk on Faith.”Others who've recorded Reid's songs include Tammy Wynette, Rita Coolidge, Don Williams, Billy Dean, Josh Turner, Shelby Lynne, The Judds, George Jones, and Shania Twain. A true Renaissance man, Reid went on to compose theatrical and operatic works, winning a Richard Rodgers Development Award from the Academy of Arts and Letters for 1997's The Ballad of Little Jo. His most recent project is a collaborative album with Joe Henry called Life and Time. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
After a bit of a pause, we return with a conversation that reflects the heart of this podcast: what it means to create, care, and hold many parts of a life at once. Today, Kaitlin is joined by poet and longtime listener Meg Leonard, whose new book Larkspur Queen (Broadstone Books, 2025) explores identity, care, and the shifting creative self. Together, they dive into the nonlinear reality of making art while mothering, working, and navigating chronic illness, and what it means to value process over product in every season of life.Meg shares how her friendship with Kaitlin began through this very podcast, reflects on the search for authentic creative community, and reads two poems from her new collection. They also discuss the months of “unproductive” writing that ultimately became essential to Meg's poetic process.Meg's Work: Larkspur Queen (Broadstone Books, 2025)book of lullabies (Milk & Cake Press, 2020)Please subscribe wherever you get your podcasts and give us a rating. This will help us reach more listeners like you who are navigating the joys and pitfalls of artistic and parenting identities.Visit our website: postpartumproduction.comFollow us on Instagram: @postpartumproductionpodcastSubscribe to our podcast newsletter on Substack: https://postpartumproduction.substack.com
Overwhelmed with ideas? Join Jake Parker, Samantha Cotterill, and Lee White to learn how to evaluate potential projects and make the best selection. Plus, get an insider preview at the projects our pros are working on in 2026. 3 Point Perspective Podcast is sponsored by SVSLearn.com, the place where becoming a great illustrator starts!Click here for this episode's links and show notes.
In this episode of Read the Damn Book, host Michelle Glogovac sits down with bestselling thriller author Lisa Unger to discuss her latest novel, The Kill Clause. Unger explores the central themes of the psychological thriller, her writing process, and how extensive research and character development shape her suspenseful storytelling.The conversation also delves into the influence of motherhood on Unger's work, the emotional connection between authors and readers, and the realities of building a long-term writing career. Unger shares insights into creating complex characters, balancing creativity with discipline, and navigating the joys and challenges of life as a bestselling author.Listeners also get a preview of Unger's upcoming book, Served Him Right, and a behind-the-scenes look at what inspires her gripping, character-driven thrillers.What We're Talking About...The Kill Clause is a holiday-set psychological thriller filled with suspense, dark themes, and unexpected twists.Lisa Unger discusses why she's drawn to exploring darker subject matter in her thriller novels.In-depth research into human psychology plays a critical role in how Unger builds tension and believable characters.Unger shares how motherhood has influenced her writing process, creativity, and perspective as an author.Many of Unger's characters are shaped by personal experiences, emotions, and real-life observations.The author emphasizes the importance of reader feedback and the meaningful connection between writers and their audience.For Unger, success as a writer means continuous growth, learning, and creative improvement.The relationship between author and reader is deeply personal and central to powerful storytelling.Unger teases her upcoming novel, Served Him Right, scheduled for release in March.Chapters00:00 Introduction to the Thriller Genre01:02 Exploring the Writing Process and Themes01:24 Introduction to Lisa Unger04:19 The Art of Writing Thrillers07:31 Researching the Dark Side10:15 Family Life and Writing13:29 Exploring Genres and Themes16:22 The Writing Process and Inspiration18:12 The Creative Process of Writing20:04 Character Development and Voice21:29 Themes of Isolation and Connection24:29 The Journey of a Writer27:17 The Author-Reader Relationship30:33 Impact of Literature on Readers32:28 Upcoming Works and Author EngagementLinks MentionedLisa Unger's website: lisaunger.com
Send us a textWhat happens when two brothers decide to stop overthinking it and build a design studio around the kind of work they actually want to make?In this episode, we're joined by Jordan and Jeremy Coon of Brethren Design Co., a two-person studio built on trust, contrast, and a shared love of making things that are fun, expressive, and a little chaotic (in the best way). We discuss what it's really like to work with family, how they naturally fell into different roles, and why embracing each other's strengths has been key to their success.We also dig into how they educate clients, move past the “I just need a logo” mindset, and create space for projects that don't neatly fit into one box, from branding and packaging to fonts, board games, and beyond. Along the way, they share honest insight from quitting their day jobs, navigating LinkedIn as designers, and why doing work you genuinely enjoy tends to attract the right opportunities. All that and more when you listen to this episode:What it's like building a studio with your sibling How different creative strengths naturally turn into clear business rolesThe chaos vs. structure dynamic and why both are necessaryWhen and how they decided to quit their full-time jobsWhy educating clients is a designer's responsibility How showing process helps clients understand valueWhy they don't niche themselves into a single categoryHow fun, personality-driven work attracts the right clients Why they removed pressure from fonts by not tying them to revenue goalsCold outreach, long-game visibility, and unexpected referralsDesigning a full board game and how that opportunity came togetherLetting curiosity lead to new creative directions Connect with Brethren Design Co.Website: https://www.brethrendesignco.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brethrendesignco/ Mentioned in this episode:Chicken and the WolfSliced Beer Four Fathers (Website Design) Joe MooreVision Board KitSolid RootsMind the GapNetflix Project Connect with Katie & Ilana from Goodtype Goodtype Website Goodtype on Instagram Goodtype on Youtube Love The Typecast and free stuff? Leave a review, and send a screenshot of it to us on Slack. Each month we pick a random reviewer to win a Goodtype Goodie! Goodies include merch, courses and Kernference tickets! Leave us a review on Apple PodcastsSubscribe to the showTag us on Instagram @GoodtypeFollow us on Tiktok @lovegoodtypeLearn from Katie and IlanaGrab your tea, coffee, or drink of choice, kick back, and let's get down to business!
Elizabeth Birkelund is not just a novelist and journalist. She's a traveler of landscapes, both worldly and emotional, and a gifted listener to the human heart. Her newest book, A Northern Light in Provence, sweeps us from the crystalline silence of Greenland's ice fields to the golden, lavender-scented slopes of Provence. With her unmistakable tenderness and immersive storytelling, she reminds us how profoundly place can shape our imaginations, our choices, and our inner lives. Drawing on her own adventures, from the raw, rugged beauty of the Arctic Circle to the quiet, contemplative corners of rural France, Elizabeth writes with the authenticity of someone who has breathed these worlds in. In this episode, she invites us behind the scenes of her creative life: what it's like to research remote settlements at the edge of the map, how she absorbs the slow, sunlit rhythms of Provence, and why stepping outside familiar boundaries can spark the most unexpected insights.With wit, wonder, and a generosity of spirit, Elizabeth reflects on how landscapes mirror our private truths, how displacement can open doors we didn't know were locked, and how surrendering control in the creative process can make a story sing with honesty.For anyone who loves travel, transformation, and the quiet magic of being reshaped by the world, this conversation with Elizabeth Birkelund is a luminous journey and one you won't want to miss.Only on Speaking of Travel!Thanks for listening to Speaking of Travel! Visit speakingoftravel.net for travel tips, travel stories, and ways you can become a more savvy traveler.
Syndicated cartoonists Jerry Scott and Rick Kirkman share their journey of collaboration that spans over 35 years, focusing on their iconic comic strip, "Baby Blues." They discuss their initial meeting, the challenges of working together, the creative process behind their gags, and the evolution of their work. The dialogue highlights the joys and conflicts of collaboration, the importance of humor in parenting, and the unique dynamics of their partnership. They discuss their early encounters with legendary cartoonists, the challenges and joys of taking over legacy strips, the impact of awards on their careers, and the importance of authenticity in parenting comics.You can read "Baby Blues" at Gocomics.com/babybluesHuionHuion is sponsoring today's show, and they're offering additional discounts on the following products when you use the discount code: ComicLabKamvas 22 Plus — A luxurious large-screen, high-resolution digital pen display with an etched glass surface that simulates the texture of paper while it protects your eyes from harmful glare.Kamvas 13 (Gen 3) — With a large 13.3-inch screen and an FHD (1920X1080) resolution, this model ensuring seamless collaboration with your laptop. The durable back cover also offers superior protection while ensuring interface stability.Huion Note — You found your new on-the-go brainstorming tool. With writing synchronizing, offline storage, document management, one-click PDF sharing, and portable A5 size, Huion Note will redefine what a new generation of notebooks can do.TakeawaysJerry and Rick's collaboration spans over 35 years.Their wives introduced them, both aspiring cartoonists.They bonded over a shared love for comics and cartooning.Baby Blues was inspired by their experiences as parents.They learned the importance of hitting deadlines.Collaboration requires open communication and compromise.Writing gags often starts with the punchline first.The creative process is a blend of writing and drawing.Their friendship enhances their creative output. Meeting legendary cartoonists was a pivotal moment.Legacy strips come with both pressure and opportunity.Awards can create a sense of responsibility.Parenting comics resonate deeply with readers.Book titles can encapsulate the essence of the work.Professional jealousy is detrimental in the creative field.Authenticity in storytelling is crucial.The weight of awards can be both a blessing and a burden.Creating relatable content helps connect with audiences.Collaboration and community are vital in the cartooning world. You get great rewards when you join the ComicLab Community on Patreon$2 — Early access to episodes$5 — Submit a question for possible use on the show AND get the exclusive ProTips podcast. Plus $2-tier rewards.If you'd like a one-on-one consultation about your comic, book it now!Brad Guigar is the creator of Evil Inc and the author of The Webcomics Handbook. He is available for personal consultations. Dave Kellett is the creator of Sheldon and Drive. He is the co-director of the comics documentary, Stripped.
Oscar-Nominated Filmmaker Pen Densham on Writing, Cinematography, Photography, Creativity and the Freedom of Breaking the Rules There's a particular kind of magic that happens when a storyteller stops trying to please the market and starts listening to their soul. Pen Densham knows this better than most—he's lived it across three different mediums, each time learning to let go a little more. Densham's creative journey spans decades and disciplines: from screenwriting to cinematography to, now, impressionist photography. When I sat down with him for Audio Signals Podcast, we didn't dwell on credits or awards. We talked about the vulnerability of creativity, the courage it takes to break the rules, and the freedom that comes when you stop asking for permission. "Those scripts that I wrote out of passion, even though they didn't seem necessary to fit the market, got made more frequently than the ones I wrote when I was architecting to hit goals for a studio," Densham told me. It's a paradox he's discovered over and over: the work born from genuine emotional need resonates in ways that calculated formulas never can. His thinking has been shaped by extraordinary influences. He studied with Marshall McLuhan, who opened his eyes to the biology of storytelling—how audiences enter a trance state, mirroring the characters on screen, processing strategies through their neurons. He found resonance in Joseph Campbell's work on myth. "We're the shamans of our age," Densham reflects. "We're trying to interpret society in ways that people can learn and change." But what struck me most was how Densham, after mastering the craft of writing and the machinery of cinematography, has circled back to the simplest tool: a camera. Not to capture perfect images, but to create what he calls "visual music." He moves his camera deliberately during long exposures. He shoots koi through blinding sunlight. He photographs waves at dusk until they fragment into impressionistic dances of light and motion. "The biggest effort was letting go of self-criticism," he admitted. "Thinking 'this is stupid, these aren't real photographs.' But I'm making images that blow my mind." This is the thread that runs through Densham's entire creative life: the willingness to unlearn. In writing, he learned to trust his instincts over studio formulas. In cinematography, he learned that visual storytelling could carry emotional weight beyond dialogue. And now, in photography, he's learned that breaking every rule he ever absorbed—holding the camera still, getting the exposure right, capturing a "correct" image—has unlocked something entirely new. There's a lesson here for anyone who creates. We absorb rules unconsciously—what a proper screenplay looks like, how a film should be shot, what makes a "real" photograph. And sometimes those rules serve us. But sometimes they become cages. Densham's journey is proof that the most profound creative freedom comes not from mastering the rules, but from having the courage to abandon them. "I'm not smarter than anybody else," he said. "But like Einstein said, I stay at things longer." We left the door open for more—AI, the creator economy, the future of storytelling. But for now, there's something powerful in Densham's path across writing, cinematography, and photography: a reminder that creativity is not a destination but a continuous act of letting go.Stay tuned. Subscribe. And remember—we are all made of stories. Learn more about Pen Densham: https://pendenshamphotography.comLearn more about my work and podcasts at marcociappelli.com and audiosignalspodcast.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
This week, Justin sits down with bestselling author Laura McKowen for an honest, layered conversation about sobriety, identity, creative calling, and the slow, often painful work of becoming whole. Together they explore:• Why “place” matters for emotional and spiritual grounding• The strange internal pull that guides creative people long before they have language for it• How early snippets of desire can act as breadcrumbs into a future self• The difference between writing for yourself and writing for publication• Why AA saved Laura's life—and where its framing can unintentionally keep people small• How relapse, repeated “Day Ones,” and imperfect recovery are part of the human journey• The relationship between money, creativity, and integrity• Why the long work of sobriety is ultimately a long work of identityThe episode closes with a reading from In the Low and a reflection on why wholeness—not speed, not perfection—is the actual goal.Laura's Website - https://www.lauramckowen.comInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/laura_mckowen Links For Justin:Read Justin's SubstackOrder In The Low - NEW Book with Scott EricksonCoaching with JustinOrder In Rest - New Book of PoemsOrder Sacred StridesJustinMcRoberts.comSupport this podcastNEW Single - Let GoNEW Music - Sliver of HopeNEW Music - The Dood and The BirdThe Book - It Is What You Make itHearts and Minds Amazon Barnes and Noble
Alexandra Beller is a celebrated choreographer, director, and educator with over 25 years of experience in dance, theater, and creative process. A former company member with the Bill T. Jones/Arnie Zane Dance Company, director of Alexandra Beller/Dances, and professor at Universities throughout the country, she has since become a sought-after mentor, helping artists and students cultivate brave, embodied, and meaningful creative practices. She is an award-winning choreographer for theater, and intimacy director, and is the author of 2 books, "The Embodied Conductor, and "The Anatomy of Art: Unlocking the Creative Process for Theater and Dance." Her book, "The Anatomy of Art," is a field guide for artists—a powerful blend of poetic insight, practical tools, and embodied wisdom that challenges makers to disrupt their habits, trust their instincts, and reimagine how they create. Whether in the studio or on the page, she brings clarity, rigor, and deep care to the messy, beautiful work of making art. https://alexandrabellerdances.org/
Can you build an art career without social media? How helpful is AI, actually? Jake Parker, Lee White, and Anthony Wheeler discuss why human connections still outweigh algorithms and how you can use them to your advantage. 3 Point Perspective Podcast is sponsored by SVSLearn.com, the place where becoming a great illustrator starts!Click here for this episode's links and show notes.
We're celebrating our 10th anniversary all year by digging in the vaults to re-present classic episodes with fresh commentary. Today, we're revisiting our 2020 conversation with Elvis Costello. ABOUT ELVIS COSTELLOReleased between 1977 and 1979, Elvis Costello's first three albums—My Aim is True, This Year's Model, and Armed Forces—were all included in Rolling Stone magazine's list of the 500 Greatest Albums of All Time. That early period of his recording career yielded now-classic singles such as “Alison,” “Watching the Detectives,” “Pump it Up,” “Radio Radio,” “Oliver's Army,” “Accidents Will Happen,” and others.Though he established his career as a rock artist and reached commercial heights in the US with the pop hit “Everyday I Write the Book,” Costello's more than thirty studio albums cover a breathtaking range of stylistic ground, from Almost Blue, his early 1980s album of country covers, to The Juliet Letters, his 1993 collaboration with The Brodsky Quartet, to North, an album of ballads partially inspired by his wife Diana Krall that topped Billboard's Jazz chart in 2003, to Il Sogno, his first full-length orchestral work, which was performed by the London Symphony Orchestra, and topped Billboard's classical chart in 2004, to Wise Up Ghost, a 2013 collaboration with Questlove and The Roots. In between, he's continued to release albums both solo and with his bands The Attractions, The Imposters, and The Sugarcanes. Always an adventurous collaborator, Costello entered into a fruitful songwriting partnership with Paul McCartney that yielded more than a dozen songs, including Costello's Top 10 single “Veronica” and McCartney's “My Brave Face.” He went on to release entire collaborative albums with Richard Harvey, Burt Bacharach, Allen Toussaint, and others. He has written lyrics for compositions by Charles Mingus, Billy Strayhorn and Oscar Peterson, as well as musical settings for lyrics by Johnny Cash and Bob Dylan. His songs have been covered by a range of artists including George Jones, Chet Baker, Dusty Springfield, and Solomon Burke. Costello has been nominated for fourteen Grammy awards, two of which he won, as well as an Academy Award for co-writing “The Scarlet Tide” with T-Bone Burnett for the film Cold Mountain. He has received two Ivor Novello awards for Songwriting, the Americana Music Association's Lifetime Achievement in Songwriting award, and the ASCAP Founder's Award, which was presented by Burt Bacharach. He was inducted into both the Songwriters Hall of Fame and the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, and was named one of the 100 Greatest Songwriters of All Time by Rolling Stone magazine. His genre-stretching new album, Hey Clockface, was recorded in Helsinki and Paris, and was released on October 30. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Twyla Tharp is a world-renowned dancer, choreographer and expert on the creative process. She explains how to achieve creative success by keeping a highly disciplined routine that ultimately allows you to bring your creative visions to life. She explains how to establish a central message for each project, how to think about your audience, navigate criticism and continually elevate your standards with daily actions. We discuss how one's view of hard work, competition and even your name can shape what you think you're capable of and ultimately achieve. This episode offers direct, practical advice from a world-class creator on how to access your inner vision, build a strong body and mind, and do your best work. Show notes: https://go.hubermanlab.com/Yx57rWq Thank you to our sponsors AG1: https://drinkag1.com/huberman Our Place: https://fromourplace.com/huberman Eight Sleep: https://eightsleep.com/huberman LMNT: https://drinklmnt.com/huberman Mateina: https://drinkmateina.com/huberman Timestamps (00:00:00) Twyla Tharp (00:03:28) Focus & Creative Work, Tool: "Spine" of Creative Work (00:06:22) Creator & Audience Dynamic; Intention, Finances (00:11:57) Early vs Late Works, Learning & Selectivity throughout Career (00:15:59) Sponsors: Our Place & Eight Sleep (00:19:09) "Cubby-Holing", Career Change & Reputation (00:21:48) Creator Community & Selectivity; Success & Useful Failure (00:27:42) Work Process, Schedule; Selecting Dancers, Supporting the Arts, Expectations (00:32:36) Successful Performance; Beauty, Arts Compensation (00:36:22) Mikhail Baryshnikov, Ballet & Invention; Philip Glass, Minimalism (00:43:18) Knowledge vs Instinct, Taste; Avant Garde; Classical Training (00:47:05) Kirov Ballet, Kids, Uniformity; Body Types (00:52:13) Sponsor: AG1 (00:53:36) Movement, Body Frequency, Power (01:00:18) Creative Process, Spine; Idea, Habit (01:04:15) Rituals, Gym, Discipline; Farming, Quaker & Community; Communication (01:12:16) Communication, Signaling & Distance; Feeling Emotion (01:18:11) Boxing, Strength Training (01:21:41) Sponsors: LMNT (01:23:01) Ballet Barre Work, Fundamentals (01:29:09) Body's Knowledge, Honoring the Body, Kids & Movement (01:35:42) High Standards & Childhood; Wordlessness & Movement, Twins (01:41:31) Translator, Objectivity; Critics, Creator Honesty (01:46:50) Sponsor: Mateina (01:47:50) Evolution & Learning; Amadeus Film & Research (01:53:53) Medicine, Keto Diet; Ballet Training & Performance, Desire (02:00:50) Young Dancers & Competition, Intrinsic vs Extrinsic Reward, Hard Work (02:08:47) Tool: "The Box"; Ritual, Practice vs Habit; Honorary Degrees (02:13:37) Tool: Idea "Scratching"; Movement & Longevity, Apprentice (02:19:46) Aging & Less Movement, Fearlessness; Taking Up Space, Names (02:25:42) Acknowledgements (02:27:18) Zero-Cost Support, YouTube, Spotify & Apple Follow, Reviews & Feedback, Sponsors, Protocols Book, Social Media, Neural Network Newsletter Disclaimer & Disclosures Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bram Berkien (@bramberkien) is a Dutch photographer celebrated for his ability to capture the human side of elite sports. As the official photographer for Visma-Lease a Bike (formerly Jumbo-Visma), Bram has spent the last seven years documenting the world's top cyclists, including their highs, lows, and everything in between at the Tour de France.In this episode, Bram shares what it's like to work behind the scenes with some of the most dedicated athletes on the planet. From the trust it takes to photograph intimate moments on the team bus to the creative challenges of balancing action shots, sponsor content, and personal storytelling, Bram reveals the art of capturing authenticity in high-pressure environments. We also explore his journey from stacking suitcases at an airport to photographing cycling's biggest stage, the lessons he's learned from elite athletes, and why the human side of sport is where the real magic happens.Expect to Learn:How to build trust with high-profile subjectsHow to anticipate key moments at eventsHow to balance multiple roles as a photographerLessons from elite athletes on sacrifice and perseverance Why behind-the-scenes moments can create more compelling stories than traditional action photographyBram's Website: https://bramberkien.com/Sponsors:Thanks to Tamron for sponsoring this episode! Check out their brand-new 25-200mm F/2.8 all-in-one zoom lens for Sony E-mount, perfect for travel and everyday shooting. Learn more at www.tamron-americas.comThanks to the National Park Foundation for sponsoring today's episode. Enter the Share the Experience photo contest for a chance to win $10,000 and prizes from Celestron, Historic Hotels of America, and YETI. The grand prize winner's photo could be featured on the America the Beautiful—the National Parks and Federal Recreational Lands Annual Pass.Submit your best shots now at sharetheexperience.org/tpmOur Links:Join our subreddit where you can share stories and ask questions:https://www.reddit.com/r/photographermindset/Subscribe to TPM's Youtube page and watch full length episodes: https://www.youtube.com/thephotographermindset/Make a donation via PayPal for any amount you feel is equal to the value you receive from our podcast episodes! Donations help with the fees related to hosting the show: https://paypal.me/podcasttpm?country.x=CA&locale.x=en_USThanks for listening!Go get shooting, go get editing, and stay focused.@sethmacey@mantis_photography@thephotographermindsetSupport the show
Are celebrities worthy authors for our children? Is there still a place for highly detailed illustrations? Anthony Wheeler, Lee White, and Jake Parker discuss recent trends in indie kidlit, the evolution of the illustration industry, and more in this episode. 3 Point Perspective Podcast is sponsored by SVSLearn.com, the place where becoming a great illustrator starts!Click here for this episode's links and show notes.
What does it take to blend the rich traditions of jazz with contemporary pop influences? Join us on this episode of takin' a walk as host Buzz Knight dives deep into the world of music with the incredibly talented Italian American jazz pop artist, Niia.. In this captivating conversation, Niia unveils the heartfelt journey behind her fifth studio album, "V," sharing insights that resonate with anyone passionate about music history and the creative process. As we explore Naya’s musical evolution, she reflects on her inspirations from legendary figures like Ella Fitzgerald and how their legacies continue to shape her artistry. This episode of takin' a walk offers a unique glimpse into the balance she strikes between honoring traditional jazz roots and embracing modern sounds, creating a bridge that connects diverse genres. Naya emphasizes the importance of collaboration and trusting her instincts, revealing the emotional depth that fuels her work. Listeners will appreciate Niia's candid discussion about her unique experiences navigating the music industry, her cultural identity, and her ambitious aspirations, including her dream of scoring films. Buzz Knight, as always, brings his signature style to the table, guiding the conversation to uncover the inside music stories that make Niia's journey so compelling. This episode is not just an interview; it's a heartfelt exploration of what it means to be an artist in today's world. Whether you're a fan of jazz, pop, or simply love musician interview podcasts, this episode of takin' a walk is sure to inspire and entertain. Tune in as we delve into the emotional and artistic layers of Niia's music, and discover how she navigates the complexities of her craft, all while staying true to herself. Don't miss out on this enriching episode filled with insights, passion, and the essence of creativity. Join us on takin' a walk with Buzz Knight, and immerse yourself in the stories that shape our musical landscape. Available now on iHeartPodcasts and wherever you get your podcasts! Support the show: https://takinawalk.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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