The Creative Soulpreneur Podcast with Nick Demos

Creative Freedom, Community, and Big Broadway Dreams with LaQuet Sharnell   Episode #160   Welcome back to The Creative Soulpreneur Podcast! In this episode, Nick Demos sits down with the inspiring LaQuet Sharnell for a heartfelt and energizing conversation about the winding, often unpredictable journey of the creative artist—and what it truly means to build a life rooted in authenticity, fearless...

Creative Courage: Overcoming Fear and Embracing Vulnerability with Mauricio Pita   Episode #159   Welcome back to The Creative Soulpreneur! In today's episode, Nick is thrilled to introduce a truly inspiring guest, Mauricio, a talented filmmaker with whom he's shares an intrinsic connection that transcends the typical creative bond. Mauricio and Nick first crossed paths on the film festival circui...

Creativity, Collaboration, and Perseverance: A Life in Music with Kim Sherman   Episode #158   Welcome to another insightful episode of The Creative Soulpreneur, where artistry meets entrepreneurship. Today, we're thrilled to introduce Kim Sherman, whose paths have intertwined through friendship, collaboration, and a shared passion for music. Nick and Kim reminisce about their initial meeting, a s...

 The Art of the Voice with Leslie Gordon   Episode #157   In this episode of The Creative Soulpreneur, host Nick sits down with Leslie Gordon, a dynamic public speaker, coach, and linguist. Leslie, who will soon be stepping into her new role as the president of the National Speakers Association's Atlanta chapter, shares her inspiring journey from a Barbie-loving child who dreamed of being a dancer...

 Story Mining for Your Business   Episode #156   Welcome back to another insightful episode of The Creative Soulpreneur. In today's episode, we're diving deep into the art of story mining with our host Nick Demos, a storytelling and speaking coach specializing in helping speakers craft compelling narratives. Nick unravels the importance of a story bank – a collection of stage-worthy moments such a...

Understanding Authentic Branding with Julie Nemitz   Episode #155   Welcome back to The Creative Soulpreneur. In today's episode, we reconnect with an extraordinary guest, Julie Nimitz. Julie's journey from a theater kid in Michigan, mentored by influential figures and inspired by a vibrant local theater scene, has taken her through a compelling career in corporate marketing. She merged her love f...

Cultivating Presence in Pivots   Episode #154   Welcome back to The Creative Soulpreneur podcast! On today's episode, we have the pleasure of hosting an inspiring duo, Theresa and Ivana. Host Nick introduces us to this dynamic pair, who recently embarked on a powerful journey of personal and professional pivots. Discover how they initially met Nick at a financial services event and how it led them...

Monetize Your Message   Episode #153   In today's episode of "The Creative Soulpreneur," we're diving into the world of monetizing your message. Have you ever wondered if one powerful message could build your million-dollar business? Nick assures us it can and reveals seven—or maybe even more—ways to turn your expertise into multiple revenue streams. From identifying your unique core message to fi...

Creative Flow   Episode # 152   Welcome to another episode of "The Creative Soulpreneur," where we dive deep into the heart of creativity and entrepreneurship. In today's episode titled "Get into Creative Flow," Nick opens up about transforming creative blocks into doorways for breakthroughs. After devoting nearly a decade to completing two documentaries, he found himself creatively spent and face...

From Corporate Life to Creative Freedom with Elizabeth Armistead   Episode #151   Welcome back to another inspiring episode of "The Creative Soulpreneur." Today, we dive into a heartfelt and transformative journey with an incredible guest, Elizabeth Armistead. Nick and Elizabeth shares their unique paths as creative beings navigating the challenges and triumphs of discovering their true selves. Ni...

Intuition, Creativity, and Celebrations: Key Points from The Creative Soulpreneur's Journey   Episode #150   Welcome back to The Creative Soulpreneur! Today, we're celebrating a milestone—our 150th episode! 🎉 Join us as we reflect on the incredible journey so far, filled with invaluable lessons learned, inspiring stories shared, and the unwavering support from our amazing editor Vanessa Altshuler...

  Facing Fire and Divorce: A Resilient Path to Empowering Women with Vani Kovitch   Episode # 149   Welcome back to another episode of The Creative Soulpreneur ! Today, we have the inspiring and transformative journey of Vani, someone who has faced life's challenges head-on and emerged stronger. Born in Saigon, Vietnam during the tumultuous times of the communist takeover, Vani immigrated to the U...

 Empowering Teams with Gabriel von Knorring   Episode # 148   Welcome to another captivating episode of "The Creative Soulpreneur"! Today's episode features Gabe, a dynamic leader with a background as a bomb disposal expert in the military, who has seamlessly transitioned into empowering online entrepreneurs. Join our host Nick as he dives deep into Gabe's unique journey—from handling high-pressur...

Navigating Relationships with Ann-Marie Christell   Episode #147   Welcome back to The Creative Soulpreneur! In today's episode, we have a truly inspiring guest, Anne-Marie Christell; the founder of Serene Flow. She is a seasoned entrepreneur with over 26 years of experience and a passion for helping hairstylists grow their businesses sustainably. Ann-Marie joins our host, Nick, for an enlightenin...

Transforming Trauma with Rapid Resolution Therapy with Megan Hillukka   Episode # 146   Today we're thrilled to introduce a heartfelt conversation between our host, Nick, and our guest, Megan Hillukka, who brings a transformative modality to the table—Rapid Resolution Therapy (RRT). Megan shares her deeply moving personal story which led her to discover RRT, a unique healing technique that has cha...

Episode # 145   Welcome to another inspiring episode of "The Creative Soulpreneur." Today, we have an exceptional guest, Julia Motyka, an accomplished writer, performer, and storyteller, whose work delves deeply into themes of transformation and homecoming. Over the next hour, host Nick takes us on a journey through Julia's creative and personal endeavors, exploring her passions and projects rangi...

You But Funnier with Beth Lapides   Episode # 144   Today, Nick and Beth Lapides delve into the fascinating journey of Beth, who is a legend in the comedy scene. Together, they explore her artistic adventures—starting with her iconic show, Uncabaret , which revolutionized comedy by creating a space where comedians could share their stories in an authentic, conversational style. We'll discuss how s...

Functional NLP and becoming zesty with Megan Blacksmith   Episode #143   Welcome to another enlightening episode of The Creative Soulpreneur! In today's show, our host Nick engages in a transformative conversation with the multi-talented Megan Blacksmith. As a holistic health coach, functional diagnostic nutrition practitioner, NLP trainer, and co-founder of Zesty and the Becoming Zesty podcast, M...

Escaping the Compare and Despair Trap   Episode #142   Welcome back to another illuminating episode of "The Creative Soulpreneur." Today, our host Nick tackles a pervasive issue that haunts many of us in the digital age—comparing ourselves to others on social media and beyond. This episode, aptly titled "Compare and Despair," delves deep into the negative spiral of comparison, and how it stifles o...

  The 7 Hidden Layers of Communication with Tracy Goodwin   Episode # 141   Today we have an enthralling conversation lined up with voice coach Tracy Goodwin, an expert who brings over two decades of experience in transforming voices by tackling the psychological and subconscious layers that often hinder authentic communication. Raised in an environment where her voice was undervalued, Tracy's uni...

Top 5 Tools for Writer's Block   Episode #140   In today's illuminating episode, we're laser-focused on every creator's nemesis: the dreaded writer's block. If you find yourself staring blankly into the abyss of an empty page, fear not! Join Nick as he shares his wealth of expertise and personal trials with the block we all know too well. He's got a lifeline for you—five actionable tools to help l...

Harnessing AI's Power with Kristina Stubblefield   Episode #139   In today's episode, we'll peel back the layers of a topic that's as controversial as it is transformative: artificial intelligence. Yes, we're talking about those AI tools that are rewriting the rules of content creation and business operations. We're diving deep into the heart of AI, lifting the veil on the mystery and misunderstan...

 Stage Presence: The Art and Science of Body Language   Episode # 138   Welcome to a special episode of The Creative Soulpreneur podcast, where we're diving into the fascinating world of body language and its impact on your onstage presence. In today's episode, Nick shares valuable insights and strategies for maximizing your influence and authority as a speaker. Drawing from his own experiences as...

Empowering Leadership with Dr. Derrick Noble   Episode # 137   In today's episode we're thrilled to have a very special guest joining us, Dr. Derrick Noble. Dr. Noble is  widely recognized for his profound expertise in leadership—a subject he approaches with humility, acknowledging that true leadership is something you earn, not seek. From overcoming the adversity of a challenging childhood marked...

The Power of Prioritization   Episode #136     In this episode of The Creative Soulpreneur, host Nick delves into the vital topic of prioritization. He addresses the common challenges entrepreneurs face when managing their to-do lists and creative ideas, emphasizing the importance of prioritizing tasks that align with their visions. Nick provides practical frameworks for effective prioritization,...