Creative Pep Talk
Andy J. Pizza
A Weekly Podcast Companion for Your Creative JourneyTransform your creative potential into reality by making your creativity a practice. A “creative discipline” can feel like an oxymoron. Creativity is about doing something new. Discipline is about doing something consistently. The aim of this podcast is to help you strike that elusive balance. Each week, New York Times Bestselling Author Illustrator Andy J. Pizza shares everything he’s learning about building a thriving creative practice. Through solo episodes and interviews with top-tier creatives, Pizza brings you the strategies and stories that you need week in and week out to keep your inner critic at bay, bust through creative blocks and stay creatively pepped to the max!!Learn more: creativepeptalk.comCheck out the host: andyjpizza.com
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Apr 21, 2016 • 1h 22min
085 - Do What You Hate... First! with Kyle Steed
Artist and creative entrepreneur Kyle Steed joins the podcast to discuss his personal approach to art, collaborations, and navigating the challenges of being an artist. They also reflect on the impact of military life on creativity and personal growth, and share insights on finding work-life balance. The chapter ends with plans for a Harry Potter podcast and gratitude towards the guest.
Apr 12, 2016 • 53min
084 - Don't Undersell Yourself
Explore the undervaluation of creative professionals and the power of creativity in attracting sponsorships. Discover the impact of small but meaningful callings and the importance of selling in various professions, including teaching.
Apr 6, 2016 • 1h 23min
083 - You Never Arrive - Lisa Congdon Interview
Lisa Congdon, an illustrator and hand letterer, discusses the intersection of art and business. They talk about the benefits of hiring a studio manager, the struggle with self-doubt, and the dilemma of curating social media feeds. The hosts emphasize the importance of finding fulfillment outside of career achievements and express gratitude to their audience.
Mar 30, 2016 • 45min
082 - Creative Vaccine
The podcast discusses the importance of understanding and defining problems in art making and career challenges. It emphasizes the significance of having a clear vision in your creative career and offers strategies for finding creative fulfillment and addressing career confusion.
Mar 23, 2016 • 1h 19min
081 - Stay Inspired with Brandon Rike
They discuss the importance of staying inspired and motivated as a creative person. They explore the evolution of the emo genre and the personal journey and changing taste in music. The chapter highlights the power of hope in pursuing goals and the significance of finding deep desire and fueling inner work. They emphasize the importance of expressing gratitude and encouraging positivity.
Mar 15, 2016 • 44min
080 - KILL FOMO BEFORE IT KILLS YOU
Explore the negative consequences of FOMO on professional and artistic endeavors. Follow the story of a man obsessed with winning prizes from coin pusher machines. Learn how to eliminate distractions and focus on essential tasks. Trust your intuition and inner wisdom for greater fulfillment. Focus on impactful work and eliminate tasks that do not align with personal goals.
Mar 9, 2016 • 1h 24min
079 - Finding Your Path with Sarah Walsh
The podcast discusses the importance of sharing struggles, the influence of birth order on personality, and the impact of the industrial revolution. They also explore the topics of comparison, navigating loss and change, and finding one's path in life. Additionally, they touch on the concepts of intuition and gut feelings.
Mar 1, 2016 • 1h 14min
078 - Level Up with Kyle Webster + ICON
Topics discussed include transitioning from freelancer to small business, the importance of exploring different interests, overcoming reluctance and seeking guidance, staying focused in the modern age, the importance of trust and recharging, personal growth and the impact of relationships, and a grateful reflection and call to stay motivated.
Feb 23, 2016 • 45min
077 - Rethinking Self Promotion
The podcast explores topics such as the evolution of dogs, shifting from a parasitic to a mutualistic mindset in business and self-promotion, the meritocracy of creativity, and rethinking self-promotion by valuing attention and expressing gratitude to podcast contributors.
Feb 18, 2016 • 60min
076 - Being Vulnerable in Your Work with Timothy Goodman
The importance of connecting with real people through design, vulnerability, and authenticity. Childhood influences and rebellious characters like Ferris Bueller and Zack Morris. Creating unique Valentine's Day cards for Twitter followers. Observing and finding contradictions in art. The value of finding a new lane in art and design. Designers talking about more than design.
