Make Art Not Content

What if chasing your dreams is actually holding you back? A chance encounter with a captivating artist sparks a deep conversation about identity and change. Embracing extroversion reveals the thrilling, yet daunting, rewards of stepping outside comfort zones. The joy of complimenting strangers unfolds into meaningful connections, while personal stories highlight the struggles of self-image within the ballet world. A surprise invitation to dance reignites a lost passion, showcasing the healing power of art and the beauty of supportive relationships.

The podcast discusses embracing your artistic soul and following your passion, navigating choices and following the energy, and embracing self-discovery and growth as an artist.

How to use the 5 W's to carve out your own little niche in the world.

Meet Antoine, a catalyst for change and a key figure in the host's metamorphosis from introvert to extrovert. They share a riveting tale of confronting fears, taking bold steps into unfamiliar social territory, and discovering the beauty of genuine connections. Through personal stories and transformative adventures, the discussion highlights how vulnerability can lead to profound relationships. Tune in to explore the exhilarating journey of embracing extroversion and the surprises that lie beyond the comfort zone.

If you’ve been feeling like you need to reconnect to your authentic self recently… You're not alone. Let me tell you an inspiring story that happened to my friend Pola last year. — Featuring @okeycorp, Sarah Shébani @shebanimusic (musical interlude), Carmen (Bernard Lonergan Theory), Austin Kleon (from Colin & Samir Podcast ‘The Copy and Paste Culture of YouTube’). A special thanks to Lucho of Cloud Worldwide for spreading the word about this podcast in Colombia.

The shame you feel about making money from your art.

"There are habits you have right now that are totally killing your creativity. They take you from a potential 10… to a 6. When you stop doing these things, magic happens..." — Featuring Drake AI, Rick Rubin (Joe Rogan Podcast), Tyler The Creator (Converse All Star Series Interview), MrBeast (Lex Fridman Podcast), Cate Blanchett (W Magazine Interview), Virgil Abloh (Core Studio Public Lecture), Richard Avedon (Charlie Rose Interview), Taylor Swift (American Music Awards), Illmind (ProducerGrind Podcast), Jeremy Pope (from Hollywood Reporter interview), Chet Faker (Tape Notes Podcast)

Exploring the emotional struggles of sharing art, the conversation highlights the courage it takes to reveal one’s truth. It dives into the importance of authenticity, emphasizing the weight of personal expression. Listeners are invited to reflect on their family legacies and the urgency of finding and using their unique artistic voice. Vulnerability is framed as a powerful way to connect with others, urging creatives to embrace their fears and share their work with the world.

Self-help books will never give you self-respect, self-love, self-reliance, or self-mastery. Only self-discipline can give you those things. And that, my artist friend, has been your missing link.

Society teaches us from an early age to distrust and ostracize anyone who doesn’t fit the mold. That’s why, by the time you discover that you’re an artist… You’ve probably been at war with yourself for years already. And you weren’t even aware of it. It takes on many different ugly faces. Like Self-doubt. Imposter syndrome. And it’s only a courageous re-awakening that can put you back at the center of your creative purpose again. (Featuring Lea)