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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Nov 15, 2016 • 47min
110 - How to Know What to Make
The podcast discusses generating ideas and finding inspiration, including the importance of seeking inspiration outside of your industry. They also explore the emotional core of creativity and the significance of observing one's own life for inspiration. The speaker reflects on childhood experiences and offers encouragement to those starting their creative careers.
Nov 9, 2016 • 16min
109 - From Despair to Hope
The podcast discusses the speaker's decision to inspire their audience with a message of courage and hope. They emphasize the importance of storytelling and creativity in effective communication. Additionally, they explore the power of empathy in storytelling as a means of driving positive change.
Nov 2, 2016 • 40min
108 - What Clients Want
Guests Martin Gee, Len Small, and LA Johnson discuss understanding what clients want, delivering value and building trust, finding the perfect person and cultivating relationships, and the importance of kindness and humility in the creative industry.
Oct 19, 2016 • 49min
107 - How to Trick Yourself into Creative Career Success
The podcast discusses the challenges of maintaining artistic integrity while pursuing a commercial art career, the importance of tough love in pursuing a creative career, the significance of growth and progress, the importance of charging what you're worth, the importance of not giving up, and expressing gratitude and sharing music recommendations.
Oct 14, 2016 • 1h 5min
106 - Navigating Transition w/ Tad Carpenter, Tuesday Bassen & Alex Medina LIVE @ Creative Works
Tad Carpenter, Tuesday Bassen & Alex Medina discuss navigating transitions in creative careers, the challenges and rewards of starting a design shop, and the importance of finding the right geographic location for personal growth. They also emphasize the significance of building relationships in finding work.
Oct 5, 2016 • 49min
105 - 10 Ways to Kick Self Doubt Right in the BOOTY!
Overcoming self-doubt, embracing failure, and cultivating originality are discussed in this podcast. The importance of believing in oneself, embracing the process of learning, and fostering resilience in creative work are also highlighted.
Sep 27, 2016 • 60min
104 - Gemma Correll on Anxiety, Humor & Pugs
British illustrator Gemma Correll discusses anxiety, finding artistic authenticity, navigating online responses, and the potential negative consequences of pugs becoming a trend as pets. They also explore the idea of turning their journals into a TV show.
Sep 20, 2016 • 1h 2min
103 - Harness the Power of Personal Brand w/o Becoming a Soulless Wormy Thing like on Little Mermaid
Explore challenges faced by artists trying to make a living while creating great art. Discuss the power and pitfalls of personal branding. Emphasize the importance of building trust and relationships through personal brand. Provide tips for navigating social situations in the creative world. Highlight the significance of embracing uniqueness and standing out. Discuss actionable ways to build a personal brand with authenticity. Express gratitude towards listeners and the benefits of Patreon.
Sep 13, 2016 • 1h 11min
102 - Ghostshrimp, Original Background Designer for Adventure Time
In this podcast, Ghost Shrimp, the original background designer for Adventure Time, discusses the Ghost Scout training camp and the transformative experiences it offers. They also talk about perfecting illustrations, reflections on wilderness adventures, the power of quests, the relationship between hard work and gut bacteria, building a routine for creative work, and expressions of gratitude.
Sep 7, 2016 • 1h 10min
101 - How to Prove Your Creative Genius
Learn how to prove your creative genius by committing to the work, providing evidence through metrics and relationships, and testifying through reaching out. The podcast explores examples of creative success and emphasizes the importance of continuous growth and audience engagement.
