
Daily Creative with Todd Henry
Formerly The Accidental Creative.
Being a creative professional should be the greatest job in the world. You get to solve problems, express yourself, bring something new into the world and you get paid to do it. What's not to love. Yet every day, creative pros face, tremendous pressure and uncertainty. The temptation is just to play it safe, surrender to distraction and settle for less than your best daily creative is about making sure that's not your story.
Each episode focuses on a topic relevant to creative pros, like how to come up with ideas under pressure, or how the collaborate when you're overwhelmed, or how to lead your team and help them discover motivation.
It's time to fall back in love with your work.
Listen to Daily Creative wherever you get your podcasts or subscribe in the Daily Creative app at dailycreative.app.
Latest episodes

7 snips
Mar 4, 2024 • 23min
Mind Powers
Discover the power of the mind in moments of creative need with insights from Andy J. Pizza, Juliet Funt, Charan Ranganath, Dan Doyon, and Tiago Forte. Learn about incubation, subconscious mind leverage, healthy mental diet, repetition for memory recall, and developing a 'second brain' for idea organization.

9 snips
Feb 26, 2024 • 24min
Big Black Beast With 88 Teeth
Explore the challenges of creativity and strategies to overcome mental blocks. Embrace irresponsibility, the power of terrible ideas, and utilizing personal idea pads. Discover how to overcome biological barriers and unleash creativity through 'imaginating'. Dive into Billy Joel's songwriting approach and physicist Richard Feynman's innovative thinking.

11 snips
Feb 19, 2024 • 26min
Plays Nice With Others
Discover the secret behind Star Wars' success and the script that almost never existed. Learn about the power of healthy relationships in creativity and the impact of radical candor. Hear stories of transformative conversations and the pivotal role others play in our creative journey.

Feb 12, 2024 • 22min
Bambino
In this podcast, they discuss the importance of starting more and letting go of the pressure to finish everything. They emphasize the significance of taking action on our ideas without being paralyzed by the fear of public perception. They also explore the concept of starting more than you can finish to increase your chances of success. Overall, the podcast encourages embracing the process of starting multiple ideas and taking action on the ideas that resonate with you.

16 snips
Feb 5, 2024 • 27min
Chaos Theory
Explore the idea of interconnectedness and how chaos and randomness influence creativity and decision-making. Guests include co-CEOs of Gensler, Diane Hoskins and Andy Cohen, discussing strategies to navigate complexity and cultivate creativity. Author Brian Klaas shares insights on leveraging randomness and embracing diverse perspectives for innovation. Uncover the importance of balancing local and global perspectives and utilizing creative thinking to address global challenges.

Jan 29, 2024 • 24min
The Kid
Thad Cockrell's extraordinary journey in the music industry, from an unexpected encounter with Jimmy Fallon to his brave decision to release his album independently at a price of $99. His story showcases the power of perseverance, embracing naivete, and challenging industry norms. Thad's journey inspires artists and leaders to take control, be brave, and pursue their passions.

Jan 22, 2024 • 23min
The Curious Death of Todd Henry
In this podcast, Todd Henry and Joshua Gott discuss the rebranding of the podcast, the importance of bravery, and the challenges of doing brave work. They explore the catalysts behind Todd's decision-making, reflect on pivotal moments in his career, and emphasize the need to confront fear and embrace change. The episode offers valuable insights on having a clear vision for the future, pursuing excellence, and claiming agency in making brave decisions.

14 snips
Jan 15, 2024 • 25min
Chosen Frozen
Are you white-knuckling a station wagon? Or, is it possible you're just a multi-potentialite and don't know it?In this episode of Daily Creative, we explore the theme of paralysis in creativity and decision-making. Featuring insightful interviews with Emily Wapnick and Seth Godin, we uncover lessons about how to get unstuck. We learn about the different work models used by multipotentialites and the benefits of embracing varied interests and pursuits. With a focus on decision-making, the episode provides valuable insights for navigating moments of indecision and finding the courage to push through challenges.Key learnings from this episode:1. Paralysis in creativity can manifest in various forms, such as indecision, fear of failure, and the struggle to choose a specific path.2. Understanding the concept of the "dip" and the "cul de sac" can help in determining whether to push through challenges or quit pursuits that lead nowhere.3. Different work models, such as the group hug approach and the slash approach, offer multipotentialites a framework for integrating diverse interests into their careers.4. The power of choice plays a significant role in overcoming creative paralysis, allowing individuals to make decisive decisions and embrace varied pursuits.5. Embracing varied interests and pursuing multiple passions can be a source of strength and inspiration in one's creative journey.Get full interviews and daily content in the Daily Creative app at DailyCreative.app

Jan 8, 2024 • 25min
Dream Scenario
Learn how to overcome resistance in creative work, match talents to tasks for improved performance, and explore the 'Tell Me Your Dreams' program. Discover strategies for driving engagement and building elite performance in organizations.

10 snips
Jan 1, 2024 • 20min
Snakebite
Explore the concept of vision and its role in our work and relationships. Learn how to embrace uncertainty and take risks when pursuing our passions. Discover the importance of focusing on what we are moving toward, rather than what we are trying to escape. Be encouraged to try new things and take risks, even if failure is a possibility. Embrace creative courage and act boldly in the face of fear and uncertainty for meaningful outcomes.