

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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Jul 13, 2021 • 28min
Episode 5 - Artist WRDSMTH
WRDSMTH, a renowned LA-based street artist, discusses the importance of consistent effort, finding joy in creativity, and blending writing with visual art in street art. He shares insights on enjoying the creative process, daily routines for productivity, and the power of perseverance and positive messaging in achieving success.

Jul 6, 2021 • 23min
Episode 4 - Actor Hilary Pingle
Hilary is an actor who you’ve seen opposite Jason Biggs and Dane Cook in My Best Friends Girl, opposite Luke Wilson in Tenure, recurring on the TV shows Saints and Sinners and The Middle, as well as appearances on Scandal, Ruthless, 90210 and many others. In this episode Hilary talks about how perseverance was so important to her career. She was on the verge of quitting when one last audition changed everything. @hilarymizeHilary teaches classes at The Actor's Scene in Buford, GA - https://theactorsscene.com/

Jun 29, 2021 • 14min
Episode 2 - Musician Heath Saraceno (Midtown/Senses Fail)
Heath Saraceno played guitar for the NJ bands Midtown and Senses Fail. He was a founding member of Midtown, who put out records on Drive Thru, MCA, and Columbia Records, and toured the world with the likes of Fall Out Boy, Blink 182, Gym Class Heroes, and New Found Glory. Heath went on to join Senses Fail later in his career, and has had a renewed interest in making music this year, which we talk about in the episode.@heathsaraceno

Jun 29, 2021 • 23min
Episode 1 - Comedian Greg Stone
NYC comedian Greg Stone shares insights on transitioning from open mics to Netflix writing, facing self-criticism, pursuing diverse income streams, managing ADHD, and handling rejection in stand-up comedy.

Jun 29, 2021 • 11min
Episode 3 - TV Writer Gina Gionfriddo
Gina Gionfriddo writes for the screen and the stage. She is currently a co-executive producer of CBS’s FBI: Most Wanted, and has also written for Law and Order, House of Cards, The Alienist, Cold Case and More. Twice she’s been a Pulitzer prize finalist for her plays Becky Shaw and Rapture Blister Burn. Links:The article Gina mentions writing.The book Gina recommends.

Jun 1, 2021 • 2min
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