

The Artist's Work Ethic
Mike Pelak
Join our host, Mike Pelak, as he talks to guests from across the arts to understand the work ethic, habits, and perspective that have brought them success.
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Sep 12, 2023 • 23min
Episode 64 - Screenwriter & Director Glen Morgan
Glen Morgan is a screenwriter, director and producer with many TV credits. Among them, Glen has co-written a ton of episodes of The X-Files, and was also an executive producer on the show’s 11th season. Glen was one of the writers of the first Final Destination movie, and also wrote and directed the 2006 remake of Black Christmas. He recently executive produced the Twilight Zone reboot with Jordan Peele.

Aug 22, 2023 • 24min
Episode 63 - Actor & Filmmaker Adrienne Acevedo Lovette
Adrienne Acevedo Lovette is an award-winning director, actor, writer, and producer. Adrienne produced and assistant directed a coming-of-age drama called BROWNSVILLE BRED, which premiered at SXSW and won the "AUDIENCE AWARD" for best episodic pilot. She currently has a feature film called I’M OKAY, WE’RE OKAY that she wrote, directed, and stars in, and is currently on the festival circuit.As an actor, some of Adrienne’s TV credits include BETTER CALL SAUL, RAY DONOVAN, MASTER OF NONE, MR. ROBOT, and GOTHAM. She is also known for her role in the film SUNLIGHT JR playing opposite Naomi Watts.Make sure you check out Mentor's on the Mic podcast, hosted by Michelle Simone Miller, and follow on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/mentorsonthemic/

Aug 8, 2023 • 14min
Episode 62 - Artist Cleon Peterson
Cleon Peterson is an LA based artist whose chaotic and violent paintings show clashing figures in a struggle between power and submission in the fluctuating architecture of contemporary society. He started as a graphic designer, before working as an assistant to Shepard Fairey. Since breaking out on his own, his work has been exhibited around the world.

Jul 25, 2023 • 18min
Episode 61 - Actor Michael McGlone
Michael McGlone is an actor, writer, and musician. As an actor, Michael’s breakout role was in the Edward Burns film, The Brothers McMullen, as Patrick McMullen. He went on to work with Burns several more times, notably starring in She’s The One. On the big screen he’s also been seen in films such as The Bone Collector, One Tough Cop and Hardball. On TV, he recurred on Person of Interest, and recently guest starred on NCIS: Hawaii, The Rookie: Feds, SWAT, and was also in a series of "rhetorical question" Geico commercials.

Jul 4, 2023 • 13min
Episode 60 - Musician Tucker Rule (Thursday/LS Dunes)
Tucker Rule is the drummer for the bands Thursday and LS Dunes. In the past he has also spent time drumming for Yellowcard, Murphy’s Law, My Chemical Romance and The Wanted.

Jun 20, 2023 • 23min
Episode 59 - Actor Terry Serpico
Terry Serpico is an actor who is currently recurring on Law & Order: SVU as Chief of Detectives, Tommy McGrath. He’s been working professionally for a long time, with his first major role in Donnie Brasco alongside Johnny Depp and Al Pacino. He’s also been seen in films such as Hannibal, Michael Clayton, The Interpreter and The Purge: Election Year; as well as TV shows such as Yellowstone, Army Wives, Cobra Kai, and Designated Survivor.

May 30, 2023 • 22min
Episode 58 - Musician Mike Watt
Mike Watt is a legendary bassist, who in addition to his solo work, has played bass in The Minutemen, Firehose, and The Stooges. He’s collaborated with a who’s who of the rock world, including Dave Grohl, Eddie Vedder, Black Flag, Sonic Youth, Mike D and so many more.

May 9, 2023 • 19min
Episode 57 - Actor Kadia Saraf
Kadia Saraf is an actor and screenwriter who has been recurring on Law and Order: SVU, and has also been seen in Blue Bloods, The Blacklist, FBI: International and a number of others. Kadia also recently received a “story by” writing credit on an episode of Law and Order: SVU.

Apr 18, 2023 • 23min
Episode 56 - Musician Chris Cresswell (Hot Water Music/The Flatliners)
Chris Cresswell is a musician known for being the guitarist and singer of the band The Flatliners, as well as guitarist and backing vocalist of the band Hot Water Music, who he’s been playing with since 2017. In addition to those two bands, he releases solo music, and co-owns a merch company called Cut Loose Merch.

Apr 4, 2023 • 22min
Episode 55 - Musician Casey Cavaliere (The Wonder Years)
Casey Cavaliere is guitarist and a founding member of The Wonder Years. The Wonder Years have released six full length albums, and toured the world extensively. In addition to The Wonder Years, Casey is a music producer, podcast host, and artist coach.


