Creative Confidants - Exploring And Encouraging The Origins Of Creativity

The 50th Anniversary of the Carol Burnett Show gave us good reason to discuss one of the greatest performers of all time. What a treat to talk about a true inspiration in both our lives. 

How to finish the year strong...with special help from the newest American Gladiator, ZAB! 

When he came on the scene in the '60s, Scottish singer Donovan drew comparisons with Bob Dylan. They had each pulled from the same sources (Woody Guthrie, Celtic Folk, etc) but ended up going in wildly different directions. Here's a good reminder that there's no shame in borrowing some inspiration when you're just getting started.

Oh sure...You might feel more comfortable if we were to say that Roger Corman is the "most prolific filmmaker" but, then, isn't that pretty great? Isn't it GREAT to make over 400 movies and do what you love for 70+ years? Sounds pretty great to us. Sounds to us like Roger Corman might be one of the greatest creative beings (katie) we've ever discussed on this podcast.

You know the type, creative, impulsive, opinionated...just like you! But, you know, with their own ideas on how things should work. So how do you collaborate with creative beings? 

Should you be waiting for your pitch? Or swinging away? Creative curveballs come your way every day, so we'll talk about how you know which ones you should watch go by and which ones are the ones to knock out of the park.

When you're one of the most polarizing characters of the last 60 years, you're doing something...right? What did Hugh Hefner actually do and what gave him the right to start a sexual revolution?

We made it! Where are we? What's in a milestone and how long should you reflect on any given accomplishment? For us, it really feels like we're just beginning. But we have changed. Listen to find out how. 

Michael Thyer 2.0 in the Aussie-lovin' house! You guys have to hear about this dudes latest update. He's a feature film director! Listen back to episode 1--something and hear him lay out the dream that is coming true before all of our eyes. Well, your ears, I guess.

Paul Hewson received early criticism that he sucked as the lead singer of his up-and-coming band. So what did he do? He gave himself the nickname Bono Vox--Latin for "Good Voice." It would be the last subtle thing he ever did. Josh Covitt joins as the resident (alien?) U2 expert.

After almost 200 episodes, we've accumulated some cool tips and tricks for bringing out your most creative self. Are these the 7 habits of highly creative people? Or just the first 7 things we thought to talk about while we were doing this podcast? That's the beauty of creativity!

It's a battle between your soul and your brain. Your brain sees the pitfalls, the limitations and the "No Thru Traffic" signs. Your soul senses there is open road ahead. So how do you get there?

It's so much easier to be told what you need to hear. For someone to come along and to crown you a hero or label you a star is preferred tp the audacity of claiming those things yourself. But that day will never come, so let's just get started. Your creativity is all about using what you have. Who you are is absolutely enough. Now let's get creative...in action.

You're probably tired of hearing about "brand." Brand recognition quickly turns to exhaustion. But what about your personal brand? When is it important to be predictable? When do you need to telegraph your intentions and announce your style to those who are trying to place you in a box?

Stuck in a rut? Worse yet, stuck on the tracks? We talk about the recently deceased Sam Shepard and how to get the train moving in your own career.

People are busy. They tell you all the time. So why would they want to watch your show, read your screenplay, check out your reel or click on your link? Well, now, that's up to you, isn't it?

Walking helps generate new ideas; It helps us to connect disparate concepts. But how does it work? Josh Covitt joins Jason in the barn to figure it all out...very, you know, scientifically.

Whodunnit? Who's doing it? Where have we been and where are we going? So many questions, so few quality responses from the internet.

That project will take months or years to complete. So you should probably only give yourself a few weeks to do it. Creativity waits for no one. Here is your permission. Go do it.

You can do a lot when your brand favors surprise over satisfaction. We talk Phish vs. Stones and what it means to please. Also some other stuff, but it's Friday and my brain took the afternoon off. Byeeeee!