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Rebecca Eskreis, Michael Cuomo, and Megan Elizabeth Bell come together to discuss the creative and logistic process of making their new feature film What Breaks the Ice, a coming of age film set in the summer of 1998. This innovative, creative team shares their experience as they joined forces to make movie magic. Paralleling the path of any startup, the team discusses how they had to pitch their creative vision not just to investors but to audiences as well. This fascinating conversation provides a unique perspective on the practical approach to the creative process with these experienced entertainment industry professionals who successfully sold their idea, and themselves, in a cutthroat industry.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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There has been a long understanding in society that for an artist or any type of creative to be successful, they must “starve,” that they don’t deserve to reap the success of their hard work during their lifetime, that perhaps their creative and artistic contributions are not deserving of financial rewards. Jeff Madoff, director, photographer, writer, and professor at Parsons School of Design is here to put that myth to bed.Explaining that creative careers are indeed possible, Jeff argues that anyone can monetize their ideas to make a living. Sharing insights from his experience cultivating a creative career that ranged from days as a fashion designer to the production of his upcoming play, Jeff discusses the practical side of how to make a living with your ideas. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Jazz musician, Berkeley School of Music professor, and co-author of the new book Two Beats Ahead: What Music Teaches Us About Innovation shares insights on the lessons we learn from music, the skills it can develop, as well as tips on consumption versus creation.In life and in business, often we are forced to improvise, to pivot on the spot in order to innovate and strategize solutions. In his new book, Michael explains the talent, skills, and tools developed by musicians that are vital to fostering innovation in everyday life. Explaining how to apply the lessons we learn from music, Michael shares how they can strengthen and empower the entrepreneurial spirit.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Robin Bronk, CEO of The Creative Coalition, the nation’s leading bipartisan advocacy group discusses how the power of social proof paves the way for lasting change not only in the arts, but in society as a whole. Recognizing the vast influence afforded to the entertainment industry, The Creative Coalition aims to use celebrity-based platforms for the advancement of the arts and positive social impact. Through strategic advocacy, education, and meaningful discussion, Robin explains how her organization pushes to pass legislation and increase federal funding to improve and expand the positive impact that the arts have on society and humanity through representation and action. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Author and innovation expert Alec Ross shares his thoughts on innovation, opportunity, and knowing when and where to go deep in life. In his new book The Raging 2020s: Companies, Countries, People- And the Fight for Our Future, Alec discusses big ideas that can innovate the world. Alec proposes a new approach to capitalism that will work better for a broader set of stakeholders and not just shareholders. Hypothesizing that if the right innovative changes aren’t implemented globally, Alec believes the frustration of the masses will continue to grow and rage on.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This is FOMOnday, the snackable companion to FOMO Sapiens that starts your week with hot takes, life hacks, listener mail, and even some FOMO therapy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices