Creative Confidants - Exploring And Encouraging The Origins Of Creativity

There's getting close to art and there's becoming one with art. Rarely can we choose when the latter happens to us.

John Glenn went from land to air, air to space, space to Senate. And he took us with him. His legacy is one of momentum, of exploration, of fidelity and curiosity. Today we celebrate an American legend. And Mick Thyer, too. who is now 40. And check out "I lost myself in the rubble" by Carlos Franco-Ruiz to see what will soon be hanging in Mick's pool room.

Michael Stipe couldn't sing certain words. He couldn't lift his hands above his head or spread his feet too far apart. If he did any of these things, he'd be breaking the rules. Rules that he set for himself, but that kept him honest and on the path he was destined to travel.

Where have you been? We can't wait for you to show us. In this episode, we discuss experience and magic, learning through teaching and how terrifying it feels to kick off the training wheels of creativity. Enjoy!

It's not quite "fake it 'til you make it" and it isn't exactly "blind 'em with bullshit." (Also, ew?) Instead, "Pretend You're Good At It" needs to be your mantra for taking that next creative leap. And you should embrace it...until the "Pretend" falls off on its own. 

Yo, f#$& Hemingway. THIS dude fought in the Spanish Civil War and, spoiler alert, got shot in the throat! George Orwell sought truth in all things. Except for his own name, that is. But maybe you didn't know that. Because we forgot to mention it. We'll cut him a break.

  When life throws you curveballs, you make curveball-ade. People like an imperfect, raw, ruthless voice--in poetry, art and reckless politics. What does that say about you and your craft? What about the game that you're playing? Can we change the playing field so that we win every time? Maybe we can! Needless to say, we'll be talking about George Orwell next. Keywords: trump, clinton, debate, politics, election, bullshit, bullshit, bullshit. Probably Russia.

Who are you? You may know, but how quickly can you relay that message to others? Trust us when we say that others also want to know. Others want familiar. And when your art is on the table for conversation, others want to know how it compares to something they like. 

Mother, wife, author, private dancer and life-long Steelers fan Katie Delahanty joins her lucky husband to discuss the release of her third book. Surely it must get easier each time, right? No? Why NOT!?!?!? BELIEVE is now available everywhere that it is being sold. GO GET IT!

How much of creativity is checking the rearview mirror and how much of it is blazing straight ahead? We talk about the importance of feedback...to a point. How can we use our lessons without letting them weigh us down? Well, duh. Let's find out!

When life gives you lemons, you dress them all up as colorful, vibrant memorable characters and put them in a bunch of stories. Through changing his own world, he changed that of many others as well.

Just a taste of what's to come as we begin to discuss a man who is commonly referred to as "the greatest storyteller." But I won't say any more on the subject, because this is just a preview. When life throws you technical difficulties, you get creative! 

Shoes tied? Check. Socks pulled up? Check. Red Speedo on? Check! And that's just Mick's morning routine! Hear the rest of our creative preparations riiiiiight...NOW!

Revel in disappointment? For how long, sucka? What can we be taught in those moments and how can we recognize that we're in them?

We found a thing online. And as with most things found online, we are sharing it. This is a good thing though--a positive thing. Here are some helpful tips to adjust your attitude, mindset and behaviors to result in a more creative life.

What makes a band great? What makes an artist relatable? When do you pour it on and when do you give them just enough to keep wanting more? Also, you're welcome for the free performances included in this episode.

Why "Can I do this?" is more powerful than "I can do this." And why Kryptonite is more powerful than peanut butter. Okay, not that second thing. Ladies and Gentlemen, this was our 150th episode and we didn't even realize it!

Who gets depressed by listening to The Reggae? Mick, that's who. Find out why in this episode celebrating one of the most iconic musicians ever. Also, mosh pits.