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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Feb 1, 2016 • 41min
072 - Brad Montague
The podcast explores finding rhythm and unexpected success, the power of creativity as a gift, fear of rejection and the power of sharing, building a support system, and expressing gratitude and encouragement for creative success.
Jan 26, 2016 • 42min
071 - You Are Infinite
The podcast discusses the benefits of a meal delivery service, the concept of unlimited potential and mindset, the danger of a fixed mindset, embracing the creative journey, and expressing gratitude and encouraging support for the show.
Jan 19, 2016 • 43min
070 - Seasons
Explore the impact of seasons in our careers and how they affect motivation and success. From finding balance and maximizing each stage of idea and career development, to discovering creative fulfillment and new opportunities. Learn about starting something new in a planting season and the importance of understanding and embracing seasons in your creative journey.
Jan 11, 2016 • 36min
069 - REST Pt. 3 w Brandon Rike
The podcast discusses the challenges of balancing different roles in creative work, the importance of finding passion and leaving a positive legacy. It emphasizes the duality of hustle and rest, and the significance of living authentically to create art with depth and meaning.
Jan 4, 2016 • 50min
068 - How to Fix Your Art
Learn how to objectively judge the quality of your artwork and the importance of good work in an art career. Discover a convenient and affordable meal delivery service. Hear about the speaker's love for 90s R&B and their indie rock coloring book confession. Get insights on improving skills and finding the right book. Explore the concept of providing value through art.
Dec 23, 2015 • 39min
067 - The Creative Hero's Journey
The hosts discuss the challenge and worth of thriving as an artist. They emphasize the importance of a positive mindset when facing challenges and highlight a sponsor offering convenient meals. Financial struggles and mindset shifts for freelancers are explored, along with the importance of clarity and mentors in a creative career. Conflict is discussed as a necessary part of achieving goals.
Dec 16, 2015 • 37min
066 - REST PT 2 WITH JEREMY SLAGLE
Importance of rest for creativity and success, power of exercise for inspiration, changing priorities, children's creative hobbies, finding balance in design.
Dec 10, 2015 • 44min
065 - Slow & Steady
In this podcast, they discuss the importance of discipline, patience, and finding balance in the creative field. They emphasize the need to focus on strengths, uncover one's 'why', and embrace the long-term journey towards building a successful career in the arts.
Dec 4, 2015 • 1h
064 - REST with Jeffrey Bowman, Jeremy Slagle & Brandon Rike
The podcast discusses the importance of taking breaks and exploring different forms of rest for a fulfilling creative life. They explore the journey of embracing creativity and authenticity, the impact of Instagram on people's desire for recognition, and the importance of sharing meaningful content and fostering connections.
Nov 24, 2015 • 41min
063 - Art Business Expansion with Tad Carpenter
The podcast discusses the importance of diversification in a creative career, the benefits and challenges of partnering with a spouse, and the excitement for growth and future prospects of Carpenter Collective.
