Almost Creative Podcast

🎙️ What do you do when you’re told you’ll never succeed? In this powerful episode of Almost Creative, John Gallagher shares how he overcame a life-altering health condition, leaned on his faith, and built a fulfilling career as a Creative Director—leading teams and producing meaningful media in the church world and beyond. This is more than a conversation about cameras and content—this is about pe...

Want to capture professional-quality footage at conferences, expos, and speaker events? In this video, we break down the essential gear, camera settings, and filming techniques to make your videos stand out! Learn how to:✅ Choose the right camera & lenses for crisp, cinematic shots✅ Set up perfect lighting for indoor and outdoor events✅ Capture smooth, stable footage with gimbals & trip...

Hey creatives, in this episode we sit down with Bill Pendley—a mortgage broker with a surprising creative edge. We talk about balancing a traditional career with a passion-driven life, the role of faith in business, and what structure can teach creatives about freedom. Whether you're scaling a side hustle or just starting out, this convo will challenge how you think about risk, purpose, and growth...

Hey Creatives, in this episode we dive into the art of delegation — from choosing whether to hire an editor, a cleaner, or even a salesperson to help grow your business. We unpack real-world struggles like trusting someone else with your style and why sometimes “done” truly is better than “perfect.” If you’re ready to scale without burning out, this conversation is your blueprint. Each bi-weekly e...

Hey Creatives, Today Travis interviews Megan Garmers, Megan is a global wedding industry expert and leader, speaking on "Passport Weddings", and the "state of the Wedding industry" and many more with her incredible knowledge and insights. In this we dive into key trends, challenges, and opportunities that wedding vendors should watch for in both the wedding and travel sectors....

Hey Creatives, Feeling stuck with budget clients? In this episode, we talk about how to pivot your brand, attract higher-paying wedding clients, and decide when (or if) you should take on lower-paying work while you grow. Each bi-weekly episode features real talk, rants, and conversations with others who've turned passion into profit and can help you do the same. Stay Creative! USE OUR CODE TO...

Hey Creatives, In this episode, Travis interviews Alan Stern (DJ Spyder), who shares his journey of turning his passion for DJing into a profitable career. Alan discusses how he transitioned from DJ to car salesman and how combining these two roles opened unique opportunities. Learn creative marketing strategies on a budget and how to leverage your skills to attract clients, even when you're j...

Hey Creatives! Almost Creative is the podcast for creative entrepreneurs who are building a business that revolves around what they love. Hosts Travis & Christian dive deep into the realities of branding, marketing, and running a creative business. If you are a photographer, videographer, or any other creative trying to thrive and not just survive. Each bi-weekly episode features real talk, ra...