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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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.
Aug 10, 2016 • 1h 16min
100 - Andy J. Miller Interview, Guest Pro Tips & Fan Letters!
Celebrating the 100th episode, the host shares success stories, discusses work-life balance and challenges with clients. They talk about overcoming creative doubts and staying motivated, balancing business and art, and gratitude and inspiration for creatives.
Aug 2, 2016 • 1h 24min
099 - Austin Kleon on Creative Community & More
The podcast discusses the importance of seizing opportunities for exceptional work and introduces a new sponsor, Factor Meals. They also invite listeners to share their breakthrough stories for the 100th episode. Austin Kleon's art and writing style, including blacked-out newspaper poems, is discussed. The hosts express their love for comic strips, specifically Nancy and Moomin. The concept of providing value in creative work and the evolution of personal expression over time are explored. The podcast also delves into maintaining creativity and balance, the relationship between making money and creative work, and the balance between online presence and geographic community.
Jul 27, 2016 • 58min
098 - Become a Master
This podcast discusses the journey to mastery in creative fields, emphasizing the need for refining one's talent, studying successful individuals, and enhancing one's work. It also explores the importance of grabbing attention in the art world, believing in the value of creativity, and dedicating time to craft development.
Jul 19, 2016 • 1h 10min
097 - Jessica Hische talks Letterpress, Motherhood & Intuition
The podcast discusses the power of intuition, a conversation with Jessica Hische about her career and motherhood, becoming a new mother to a letterpress machine, the challenges of balancing parenthood and creativity, the concept of intuition and building self-awareness, and the importance of fostering creativity in business.
Jul 12, 2016 • 1h 8min
096 - How to Unearth Your Creative Gold
The podcast discusses finding your creative path, belief and persistence in achieving success, balancing business and art, creating screen prints for book covers based on classic books, finding satisfaction and reward in creative work, and a personal struggle with public speaking.
Jul 5, 2016 • 1h 20min
095 - Finding Your Focus with Andrew Neyer
In this podcast, the hosts talk about finding focus and creating products with a higher purpose. They discuss the importance of investing in product design and the value of paying for something. They also explore the concept of finding delight in unexpected design and the importance of following curiosities and finding inspiration. The episode wraps up with gratitude to the guest, Andrew Neyer, and mentions upcoming events and acknowledgements.
Jun 28, 2016 • 1h 3min
094 - 10 Ways to Stop Being a Copycat
The podcast discusses the myth of originality in art and the importance of embracing influence. It explores ways to be more creative and original, finding one's own style and voice, and the importance of self-knowledge in creating original art. The chapter emphasizes the significance of pushing away influences, making self-actualized decisions, and finding your unique voice as an artist.
Jun 21, 2016 • 1h 23min
093 - Songwriter Yoni Wolf - Lead Singer of the Band WHY?
The podcast features an introduction to 'Creative Pep Talk' and its focus on commercial art, followed by a discussion on the challenges faced by smaller podcasts and the desire for support. The highlight of the episode is the interview with Yoni Wolfe, the lead singer of Y, where they explore songwriting, creative principles, and their collaboration with Getty. They also discuss the relationship between creativity, honesty, and audience connection, merging rap and art music, and preparing for their upcoming tour.
