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Phil Brody, better known as the globally recognized street artist WRDSMTH, joins host Tyler Ramsey for a powerful, funny, and deeply honest conversation. From heartbreak and creative inspiration to turf wars and typewriters, this episode explores the pain—and purpose—behind public art.#WRDSMTH #StreetArt #PhilBrody #PainfulLessonsPodcast #Inspiration #PublicArt #CreativeJourney #TypewriterArt #LosAngelesArt #FollowYourPassion00:00 – Singing intro (foreign language)00:20 – Meet your host: Tyler Ramsey opens the show01:41 – Introducing WRDSMTH: The origin of the name03:37 – WRDSMTH on going from hobbyist to full-time street artist05:53 – How a school mural campaign sparked collaboration06:42 – Artistic insecurity and perceived fame08:53 – Bringing art to schools and inspiring students10:12 – Childhood memories and museum inspiration11:24 – The evolution of the iconic typewriter stencil13:13 – Street art techniques: stencils, wheatpaste, and speed15:57 – The mindset shift from illegal to beautifying17:34 – Turf wars: graffiti territorialism and unspoken rules19:28 – Painting over Risk Rock: artist ethics and regret21:00 – Positive feedback from RETNA and LA Weekly feature22:08 – LA, NYC, Paris: WRDSMTH's international footprint24:53 – Sticking to one style vs creative hopping26:54 – Artists who resent their “thing” and need to evolve29:50 – Ghost murals: making new work look aged and timeless31:22 – Wall texture, sticker layers, and urban decay aesthetics33:53 – WRDSMTH's novel: The Holden Age of Hollywood36:44 – Balancing longform writing with public art38:49 – Losing a muse: heartbreak behind the murals41:13 – Turning heartbreak into art the world could feel43:44 – Vulnerability and audience connection through pain46:13 – “Painting her away” – art as therapy48:31 – The private pain behind a public persona50:39 – Being a romantic artist in a cynical world53:00 – Street art, recovery, and the beauty of resilience56:24 – The muse didn't hear the words—but the world did58:13 – Shepard Fairey said, “You get up a lot.”01:01:06 – Alec Monopoly and the dangers of artist ego01:04:19 – Rejection, misunderstanding, and full-circle moments01:07:00 – Staying prolific without losing your soul01:09:00 – Final thoughts: heartbreak, humor, and healing01:11:00 – WRDSMTH's website, merch, and social links
If you've spent any time in Los Angeles, you're probably familiar with WRDSMTH. The street artist's iconic stencil of a typewriter cranking out pages of inspirational text is almost as ubiquitous as the city's traffic.In today's podcast episode, host and NOT REAL ART founder Scott “Sourdough” Power sits down with WRDSMITH (aka Phil Brody) to discuss the artist's unconventional path from Midwestern bookworm to renowned writer and street artist. “I was being creative from when I was a comic book kid,” says WRDSMTH, who initially relocated to L.A. to chase his screenwriting dreams. “When you look at who I am now and what I'm doing now, it just all made sense, all these little stops and starts and different lives that I had.”Realizing he needed a hobby when he arrived in L.A., WRDSMTH took to the streets and began stenciling, painting, and wheat-pasting his heart out. And the rest, as they say, is history. Today, his work resonates with city dwellers from L.A. and New York to Melbourne and Tokyo. “I always believed in my writing, but when you're a street artist, you're putting art out for the people,” says WRDSMTH. “I was hoping to inspire them and motivate them. But then, when people said, ‘I'd like this on canvas or wood or glass,' I was taken aback—I never expected to make a dime, but then I realized there might be something here.” His most memorable messages are inspired by the conversations he hears, the things he sees everyday, and his journey from comic-book-kid to world-renowned artist. Join us as WRDSMTH shares his thoughts on making authentic connections, reinventing yourself as often as possible, and choosing “paths that make you happy,” even if they're less traveled. “Dive into pools of the unknown,” he advises. “I think that's so healthy. It's scary, but it's healthy.” Key Points From This Episode:Insight into WRDSMTH's trajectory, from writing scripts to writing on walls.Rising together: what he really means when it says it's about “who you know.”WRDSMTH's cookout approach to making connections in the LA art scene.How he brought what he loved about comic books and movies into his street art.The role of reinvention and why he encourages us to “dive into pools of unknown.”How Star Wars inspired WRDSMTH's dream to become a writer.Why he loved the creative control that street art gave him.Being the black sheep and choosing an unconventional path to success.From vice to candy: some of the brands that WRDSMTH worked on as a copywriter.Why he believes you're doing it wrong if you're focused on the payout, not the journey.How he navigated the “sprawling” world of LA and started doing street art as a hobby.The correlation between commissions and building a career as an artist.A glimpse into WRDSMTH's creative process and where he gets inspiration from.What the future holds for WRDSMTH (plus a sneak peek into his next book!)For more information, please visit http://notrealart.com/WRDSMTH
In this episode we sit down with WRDSMTH not too long after his recent move to East London from California. Although we'd been introduced previously and said hi a few times, this is the first time I'd met someone properly through the podcast.I was really grateful for his willingness to come and record before any had been published and for his openness during our conversation.We talk about acclimatising to the weather and the convenience of London's proximity to Europe, before getting on to his fascinating career from published novelist and writer to world renowned street artist.Through his trademark stencilled typewriter and pasted word interventions, WRDSMTH manages to communicate strong ideas and emotions with succinct visual language. This has led to his work resonating with the wider public and forging a close connection to a fanbase that transcends the street art world.You can find out more about WRDSMTH on his instagram @wrdsmth
Ruben welcomes WRDSMTH, an LA/UK-based street artist and author, to talk about becoming the creator you want to be, reinventing yourself, and being relentless in maintaining your creative freedom. Known for his word-based street art, WRDSMTH shares his unique journey to becoming an internationally known and respected artist. He sheds light on the role of anonymity in street art and the biggest moments of encouragement he's experienced along his journey. He also speaks on “creative math”, the power of intention behind street art, and the top 3 pieces of advice he has for creators of all kinds. “I embrace change. I think reinventing yourself is just the secret to life.” - WRDSMTH Then, Ruben and WRDSMTH address the importance of creating art for yourself before the commission, how his past in advertising informs his art today, and how to work with brands and agencies without giving up your creative freedom. “Everything that you've ever seen me paint on the wall resonates with something in my life. That's the secret to it.” - WRDSMTH SUBSCRIBE to Live Through Love so you never miss an episode & RATE/REVIEW it on your favorite platform! About the Guest: WRDSMTH is a published author, screenwriter, former advertising copywriter, and emerging street artist. Born and raised in the Midwest, he relocated to LA and started doing time in Hollywood, chasing the dream like countless others. Past and present worlds merged when he came up with the concept for WRDSMTH — a unique combination of stenciling and wheatpasting — and began painting/pasting walls with indelible thoughts and phrases. Visit WRDSMTH's website Follow him on Instagram Follow him on Twitter Connect with him on Facebook About the Host: Ruben Rojas is a Los Angeles based artist, designer, speaker, and entrepreneur who uses art to inspire others to see through the lens of LOVE. By using the urban landscape as his canvas, Ruben encourages communities to change for the better through optimism and collaboration. Once vacant walls, and now this podcast, are vibrant reminders created to inspire you to dream big, feel beautiful, live in possibility, and to love. Ruben's murals can be seen in cities across the country and around the world from Paris to New York and Florida to Mississippi. You can also bring love home by buying his art. Follow Ruben on Instagram Visit his website This is an Operation Podcast production. For more information, please contact us at info@operationpodcast.com. Follow Operation Podcast on Instagram.
Today on the podcast, I am excited to welcome Roger from Pets for Vets. Pets for Vets is a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing a second chance to shelter dogs by rescuing, training, and matching them with American veterans who need a companion pet. It was founded in 2009 to help veterans who were suffering from combat stress and other emotional issues. Each companion dog is rescued in connection with local animal rescue groups. Pets for Vets is one of the two nonprofit organizations that the FYLP x WRDSMTH merchandise collaboration is benefiting from. As a reminder, 100% of all proceeds will be going to PAWS Chicago and Pets for Vets. Link to purchase: https://for-your-listening-pleasure.creator-spring.com/listing/fylp-x-wrdsmth-collab (FYLPxWRDSMTH Merch Collaboration) *suggestion is to size up To show my commitment to this collaboration, I'll personally be donating $2 for every Instagram repost in order to help spread the word about these two outstanding organizations. All you need to do is: Follow the podcast on https://www.instagram.com/foryourlisteningpleasure/ (Instagram) Tag @Foryourlisteningpleasure Include the https://for-your-listening-pleasure.creator-spring.com/listing/fylp-x-wrdsmth-collab (link) to purchase in your repost If you don't have Instagram, feel free to repost on Facebook or LinkedIn; tag me (Mallory Waxman) in the post and include the purchase link. Download this episode of For Your Listening Pleasure wherever you get your podcasts! Make sure you follow us on Instagram @https://www.instagram.com/foryourlisteningpleasure/ (foryourlisteningpleasure) Click https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3QIs28pC7TR4OMgPflPNOh?si=35775356c6554f52 (here )to listen to the For Your Listening Pleasure Theme Song Playlist on Spotify To continue the conversation, feel free to DM me at https://www.instagram.com/foryourlisteningpleasure/ (https://www.instagram.com/foryourlisteningpleasure/) or email me at foryourlisteningpleasure@gmail.com
Today on the podcast, I am excited to welcome Carrie from PAWS Chicago. PAWS Chicago was founded in 1997 with the goal of ending the unnecessary killing each year of tens of thousands of helpless cats and dogs. Twenty-five years later, their solutions-based approach has led to a 91% drop in euthanasia citywide since its founding. They've performed more than 280,000 free and low-cost spay/neuter surgeries, found loving homes for more than 70,000 pets, and consistently saved 98% of the pets who come through their doors. And while these achievements are remarkable, it's just the beginning. PAWS Chicago is one of the two nonprofit organizations that the FYLP x WRDSMTH merchandise collaboration is benefiting from. As a reminder, 100% of all proceeds will be going to PAWS Chicago and Pets for Vets. Link to purchase: https://for-your-listening-pleasure.creator-spring.com/listing/fylp-x-wrdsmth-collab (FYLPxWRDSMTH Merch Collaboration) *suggestion is to size up To show my commitment to this collaboration, I'll personally be donating $2 for every Instagram repost in order to help spread the word about these two outstanding organizations. All you need to do is: Follow the podcast on https://www.instagram.com/foryourlisteningpleasure/ (Instagram) Tag @Foryourlisteningpleasure Include the https://for-your-listening-pleasure.creator-spring.com/listing/fylp-x-wrdsmth-collab (link) to purchase in your repost If you don't have Instagram, feel free to repost on Facebook or LinkedIn; tag me (Mallory Waxman) in the post and include the purchase link. Download this episode of For Your Listening Pleasure wherever you get your podcasts! Make sure you follow us on Instagram @https://www.instagram.com/foryourlisteningpleasure/ (foryourlisteningpleasure) Click https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3QIs28pC7TR4OMgPflPNOh?si=35775356c6554f52 (here )to listen to the For Your Listening Pleasure Theme Song Playlist on Spotify To continue the conversation, feel free to DM me at https://www.instagram.com/foryourlisteningpleasure/ (https://www.instagram.com/foryourlisteningpleasure/) or email me at foryourlisteningpleasure@gmail.com
I am excited to welcome Phil Brody, known to many as WRDSMTH, to the podcast. Brody is an LA-based street artist who aspires to inspire others daily with colorful and well-chosen words crafted into unforgettable thoughts and phrases that he paints/pastes onto walls worldwide. Brody is not only a street artist but also a published author, screenwriter, former advertising copywriter, and ultimate music lover. In this episode, we discuss Brody's journey from his corporate job to the world of street art and how taking chances and chasing your passions can lead to living a more fulfilled life. I hope you enjoy this conversation as much as I did! Link to purchase: https://for-your-listening-pleasure.creator-spring.com/listing/fylp-x-wrdsmth-collab (FYLPxWRDSMTH Merch Collaboration) *suggestion is to size up To show my commitment to this collaboration, I'll personally be donating $2 for every Instagram repost in order to help spread the word about these two outstanding organizations. All you need to do is: Follow the podcast on https://www.instagram.com/foryourlisteningpleasure/ (Instagram) Tag @Foryourlisteningpleasure Include the https://for-your-listening-pleasure.creator-spring.com/listing/fylp-x-wrdsmth-collab (link) to purchase in your repost If you don't have Instagram, feel free to repost on Facebook or LinkedIn; tag me (Mallory Waxman) in the post and include the purchase link. Download this episode of For Your Listening Pleasure wherever you get your podcasts! Make sure you follow us on Instagram @https://www.instagram.com/foryourlisteningpleasure/ (foryourlisteningpleasure) Click https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3QIs28pC7TR4OMgPflPNOh?si=35775356c6554f52 (here )to listen to the For Your Listening Pleasure Theme Song Playlist on Spotify. To continue the conversation, feel free to DM me at https://www.instagram.com/foryourlisteningpleasure/ (https://www.instagram.com/foryourlisteningpleasure/) or email me at foryourlisteningpleasure@gmail.com
June 8, 2021: The Cleveland Browns open the preseason against Jacksonville and Urban Meyer, Amazon Sidewalk creates a hacking risk, Canada could open border to vaccinated people, video seems to show Floyd Mayweather holding up Logan Paul, and more on 3News Now with Stephanie Haney. Need a break from bad news? Watch It's All Good (News!) with Stephanie Haney, every Wednesday: https://youtu.be/47SJPnkpBQU Like this show? Check out the 3 Things to Know with Stephanie Haney podcast: http://wkyc.com/3thingstoknow Connect with Stephanie here: http://twitter.com/_StephanieHaney http://instagram.com/_StephanieHaney http://facebook.com/thestephaniehaney Read more here: Cleveland Browns announce 2021 preseason schedule https://www.wkyc.com/article/sports/nfl/browns/cleveland-browns-2021-preseason-schedule/95-e29f1a83-766a-4e96-a405-06c81086d029 VERIFY: Yes, Amazon Sidewalk can make your Wi-Fi network more susceptible to a hack https://www.wkyc.com/article/news/verify/verify-amazon-sidewalk-wifi-network-more-susceptible-hack/63-2242dca8-8607-4c4b-b618-168150b7deeb The latest on the number of COVID-19 cases in Ohio https://www.wkyc.com/article/news/health/coronavirus/coronavirus-ohio-updates/95-e2faeb56-d02a-443a-bcdb-141f2c7fafe8 https://www.wkyc.com/article/news/health/coronavirus/timeline-of-coronavirus-cases-ohio/95-c97c228d-c6c7-4949-b12b-4324d7ed8bb5 Oh, Canada? Border may open soon for travelers who have the vaccine https://www.wkyc.com/article/news/health/coronavirus/canada-border-opening-covid-vaccinated-travelers/507-0839b0fb-fcbf-4490-988e-58ec3fe84f91 Internationally renowned artist WRDSMTH to create mural tour in Cleveland this August, including new Michael Stanley tribute piece https://www.wkyc.com/article/news/local/cleveland/michael-stanley-mural-cleveland-wrdsmth-how-do-i-love-thee-tour-grafitti-tour/95-5b6b6856-5428-46da-ab4f-dfc5f90e227c Cleveland Cavaliers F Larry Nance Jr. nominated for NBA Cares Community Assist Award https://www.wkyc.com/article/sports/nba/cavaliers/larry-nance-jr-community-assist-award-cavs/95-dc7f2203-2286-425f-85bc-0c95190a779a Viral video shows Floyd Mayweather seemingly holding up Logan Paul to extend fight https://www.wkyc.com/article/sports/floyd-mayweather-logan-paul-knockout-video/95-afd90731-6056-4bfc-9ea2-a55c8d987ff3
WRDSMTH is an LA-based street artist who aspires to inspire others on a daily basis with colorful and well-chosen words crafted into indelible thoughts and phrases that he paints/pastes onto walls around the world. He chased a dream, moved to LA, and hasn't looked back. In this chat, we dive deep into what it means to take a chance on yourself, the mysteries of life, and the magical elixirs of inspiration and creation. Check out his website here: https://www.wrdsmth.com View his art here: https://www.wrdsmth.com/art Buy his book here: https://www.wrdsmth.com/books Follow his Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/wrdsmth Twitter him here: https://twitter.com/wrdsmth Buy his merch here: https://www.wrdsmth.com/shop ___________________________________________________ Listen to Padhia's episode here: https://anchor.fm/longdistancelovebombs/episodes/30-PADHiA---What-if-you-could-transform-trauma-into-treasure-e5aiiv ___________________________________________________ Follow me on Instagram @LongDistanceLoveBombs: https://www.instagram.com/longdistancelovebombs Each week, I share a personal story as well as my favorite books, tunes, articles, and ideas. Sign up for my weekly newsletter here: http://eepurl.com/T0l91. It's easy and takes five seconds. Check out a list of 120 of my favorite books here, including many my guests have written and recommend reading: https://bookshop.org/shop/LDLB --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/longdistancelovebombs/message
Broken Hartist are street artists from Brighton, UK. Topics: Up Magazine, Hurricanes, Brighton, Art Basel Miami, Stephen Levey, Bankrupt Slut, The Postman, John Oliver, Wrdsmth, Brexit, Covid, Teachr's redneck accent, British Bands, Educated animals, Glastonbury.
Renda Writer is an artist that uses his handwriting as art. Topics: Happy Cinco de Mayo, Have you heard of the hong kong flu? , Being a true nomad, Inspired by Puff Daddy's work ethic, Music industry, Renda's journey to becoming a visual artist, Your comfort zone will kill you, Collab with Uncutt Art, Coffee with Wrdsmth, Alot of White street artists, KRS-ONE, and Renda's music & hand written art tribute to hip-hop,
Sold Magazine's 'Stay at Home' Series with Wrdsmth. Big Ronnie and Wrdsmth talk about Marvin Gaye, Howard Stern, working as a copy writer in Chicago, moving to LA and the story continues from there. Recorded on 4.28.20 Special Guest: Wrdsmth.
Dave Navarro has been an art collector since the early 80's, but became passionate about creating street art after his music career. WRDSMTH was first an author but became a street artist shortly after moving to California. They soon became good friends through collaboration and their love for street art. This week on the podcast we welcome them both to talk about their inspirations to change career paths, their recent work, and what they have planned for the rest of the year. IG: @lifeafterdeathstreet @WRDSMTH
Dave Navarro has been an art collector since the early 80’s, but became passionate about creating street art after his music career. WRDSMTH was first an author but became a street artist shortly after moving to California. They soon became good friends through collaboration and their love for street art. This week on the podcast we welcome them both to talk about their inspirations to change career paths, their recent work, and what they have planned for the rest of the year. IG: @lifeafterdeathstreet @WRDSMTH
I’m joined this week by WRDSMTH (@WRDSMTH) aka Phil Brody. He is a writer and street artist based in LA and we get down with him on our first ever recording of Beyond The Artists. We get into who Brody was before WRDSMTH was created & why he eventually revealed his identity. We also discuss being the youngest in our families, his love of comic books and the girls that he crushed on back in high school! This was an absolute blast to record and we hope you enjoy it! Instagram: @btasessions + @jondotleo Website: https://www.beyondtheartists.com/
I’m joined this week by WRDSMTH (@WRDSMTH) aka Phil Brody. He is a writer and street artist based in LA and we get down with him on our first ever recording of Beyond The Artists. We get into who Brody was before WRDSMTH was created & why he eventually revealed his identity. We also discuss being the youngest in our families, his love of comic books and the girls that he crushed on back in high school! This was an absolute blast to record and we hope you enjoy it! Instagram: @btasessions + @jondotleo Website: https://www.beyondtheartists.com/
WRDSMTH is an LA-based street artist who aspires to inspire others on a daily basis with colorful and well-chosen words crafted into indelible thoughts and phrases that he paints/pastes onto walls around the world. Topics: Amsterdam, getting up in UK, Melrose & Fairfax, Berlin, Groupies Delivering kombucha, stencil techniques, how your family takes you becoming a street artist. peddling poison, art basel, The Holden Age of Hollywood, and more.
WRDSMTH shares his journey becoming a street artist with us! He is an La-based street artist who aspires to inspire others on a daily basis with colorful and well-chosen words he paints/pastes on walls around the world. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thedreamstate/support
Street artist and writer, WRDSMTH, reinvents himself time and time again, leaving traces of his words and inspiration across cities all over the world. He recently abandoned his anonymity exposing himself to the world and he took the time to share himself with us. He delves into his recent birth within the street art world and everything in his life that brought him to this very moment. Jump in, as he would encourage. Romantic. Inventive. Humble. Positive. Honest. Cheerful. Sensitive. Giver. Brave.
WRDSMTH - Los Angeles based Artist and Author. We speak to WRDSMTH about transitioning from commercial writer, to author, to famed street artist. WRDSMTH's story is a great listen for anyone who ever dreamed of following your passions and just going for it. His first novel "The Holden Age of Hollywood" has just been released. IG: @WRDSMTH
WRDSMTH - Los Angeles based Artist and Author. We speak to WRDSMTH about transitioning from commercial writer, to author, to famed street artist. WRDSMTH's story is a great listen for anyone who ever dreamed of following your passions and just going for it. His first novel "The Holden Age of Hollywood" has just been released. IG: @WRDSMTH
Prolific LA based street artist, WRDSMTH talks with host Cameron McHarg about anonymity, writing, BANKSY, street art, creative discipline, making a living as an artist, and the importance and need for positivity in the world.
WRDSMTH – “Aspire to inspire others and the universe will take note.”Listen as street artist and storyteller WRDSMTH shares his path, his process and desire to impact the globe on the LIFE WITHOUT LIMITS podcast.While going for a run, drive or late night scroll of Instagram WRDSMTH's words, art, and heart always intrigued me. We met during an art run in downtown Los Angeles and after talking for less than 5 minutes my curiosity was peaked.Listen to his story, his creative process and how this agent of change is altering how people see the world, both figuratively and literally.Then start sharing yours--however you'd like.WRDSMTH: a true artist impacting the world living his life without limits.Peace#LWOLFollow #WRDSMTH on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/wrdsmth/ #LifeWithoutLimits podcast at www.yogiroth.com, on BlogTalkRadio and iTunes.