The David Andrew Wiebe Show

Are you an independent musician feeling stuck in the endless cycle of social media posts that no one sees, gigs that don't grow your audience, and streaming platforms that generate pennies? Do you wonder how other artists manage to build momentum while you're still waiting for the industry to discover your talent? Perhaps you're looking for a realistic roadmap that acknowledges today's music indus...

Have you ever rated your motivation as a nine or 10, only to abandon your projects at the first sign of difficulty? Do you wonder why certain opportunities never materialize despite your talent, or why success seems to come more easily to others? Perhaps it's time to honestly assess whether you're truly willing to do what it takes—not just some things, but everything required—to achieve the creati...

Do you find yourself collecting books, courses, and information about how to succeed as an artist, but rarely putting any of it into practice? Are you comfortable discussing creative theories and marketing strategies, but hesitant to build that website, launch that podcast, or release that album? Perhaps you consider yourself knowledgeable about artistic success while secretly wondering why that k...

Are you constantly stuck in the dreaded cycle of "someday I'll start my podcast" or "I need to make this song perfect before releasing it"? Have you noticed how days turn into weeks, weeks into months, and suddenly years have passed while your creative projects remain in perpetual preparation? Perhaps you've convinced yourself that your delays are about quality rather than fear, or that you're jus...

Have you found yourself drowning in opportunities but struggling to determine which ones are worth pursuing? Do you sometimes reject possibilities that could transform your career because they arrive at inconvenient times or challenge your ego? Perhaps you've experienced the opposite problem—feeling stuck in a creative desert where meaningful opportunities seem nonexistent? In this episode of Crea...

Are you finding yourself paralyzed by "world conditions," unable to create because things just feel too chaotic? Have you caught yourself crafting eloquent social media posts about why creativity is impossible right now, while ironically demonstrating your creative abilities in the process? Do you believe that true artistic expression can only flourish under ideal circumstances, or have you been u...

Are you constantly overlooking opportunities that are right in front of you? Do you find yourself frustrated with the lack of traction in your creative career, despite creating meticulously crafted content? Have you ever dismissed an unexpected connection or invitation, only to wonder later if it might have led somewhere meaningful? In this episode of Creativity Excitement Emotion, David shares a...

Are you worried about AI taking over your creative work – or worse, taking over the world? Do you find yourself caught between the techno-evangelists claiming AI will solve all our problems and doomsayers warning of a robotic apocalypse? Perhaps you've wondered if those impressive AI demos really represent what these systems can do consistently, or if there's a gap between marketing hype and every...

Have you ever felt like your sensitivity was more of a curse than a gift? Do you find yourself deeply affected by criticism, overwhelmed by intense environments, or struggling to navigate a world that seems built for less sensitive souls? Perhaps you've even wondered if success in the creative field is possible for someone who feels everything so deeply. In this episode of Creativity Excitement Em...

Have you ever felt stuck in a situation that seemed impossible to escape? Do you sometimes wonder if personal development programs are worth the investment, or if they're just marketing hype? What if the difference between struggling and thriving came down to a fundamental shift in perspective? In this episode of Creativity Excitement Emotion, David opens up about the personal development program...

Sometimes you stumble into things. Song ideas. Promo ideas. Even opportunities of the highest order. The trick? There isn’t one. Or, if there is one, it’s to stay consistent. Keep showing up and doing the work while remaining open-minded about your approach and where things can take you. Creativity Excitement Emotion? Still here. Still going. And your courageous host David has some things to say a...

Every overnight success was 10 years in the making. Does that statement resonate with you? Well, it certainly does for your brave podcast host, David Andrew Wiebe. In this spontaneous and chill episode of Creativity Excitement Emotion, David shares how he’s adapting to changing demands while staying consistent in his various creative endeavors and ventures. Download the PDF Transcript Sponsors: Pr...

You want to change, grow, and transform. You’re not sure exactly how, you just know that there is something more to who you are. Something important to uncover. Potential to unlock. So, what’s the pathway? Throughout history, many successful people have turned to personal development to sharpen their saw and approach work and life with an iteratively optimized approach. If that is the path, the on...

From marketing to team-building, there are many fields to navigate for the modern artist and creator. Very rarely is there a clear path, and most are faced with the A or B choice of jumping in and taking a big risk or choosing the much safer route of status quo stagnancy. In this episode of Creativity Excitement Emotion, David passes the mic with fractional CMO, marketing coach, college professor,...

We are wrapping up our series of the most popular podcast content from 2024 with this, David’s interview on WeMaple. We acknowledge you, the listener, for making this possible. Thank you for tuning in as the year unfolded. We look forward to an even better 2025. Download the PDF Transcript Sponsors: Productivity, Performance & Profits Blackbook: Get a free copy of the “Definitive Guide to Producti...

In this illuminating episode of Creativity Excitement Emotion, host David Andrew Wiebe sits down with photographer and digital creative Karlo Keet to explore the intersection of traditional artistry and emerging AI technologies. As the second most popular episode of 2024, this conversation offers a refreshing perspective on how creatives can adapt and thrive in an evolving technological landscape...

Originally aired as Episode 3 and ranked as the third most popular episode of 2024, this introspective discussion explores how intentional daily scheduling can transform your creative career. Download the PDF Transcript Sponsors: Productivity, Performance & Profits Blackbook: Get a free copy of the “Definitive Guide to Productivity for Artists and Entrepreneurs.” The Renegade Musician: David’s mag...

Our journey through 2024’s most popular Creative Excitement Emotion episodes continues with episode 61 – How to Make an Impact on Your Audience in 2024 – with Amos Bracewell. Tune in to hear Amos share his Facebook community building success story. Download the PDF Transcript Sponsors: Productivity, Performance & Profits Blackbook: Get a free copy of the “Definitive Guide to Productivity for Artis...

We are looking back on the most popular Creativity Excitement Emotion episodes of 2024, and the fifth most popular episode of the year was 3 Things That Aren’t Going to Grow Your Music Career in 2024. Tune in to hear why David feels detours are inevitable on the path to music career success, and get a refresher on popular music career strategies that could be holding you back. Download the PDF Tra...

It’s time to look back on the top six most downloaded Creativity Excitement Emotion episodes of 2024, and our journey begins here – 2 Ways to Make It to The Top, which was the second episode of the year. Tune in to hear David share why he’s highlighting the most popular episodes from 2024, and get a crucial refresher on the two paths to success available to you. Download the PDF Transcript Sponsor...

Are you having trouble connecting with the world around you? Are you having drab and boring conversations? Do you wish you could connect more effortlessly with the people around you? Communication is one of the most crucial skills you can learn, and sad to say, formal education doesn’t do much to support you on that journey. In this installment of Spark Infinity Office Hours, David shares time-tes...

Commit, do the work, and everything will work out. We’ve all heard, and possibly even clung to, some iteration of this platitude. But is it true? In this installment of Spark Infinity Office Hours, David reflects on the last 90 days of posting to Instagram, and the results he’s seen from his efforts. Later, David and Jody further unpack what they’ve been learning and discovering in growing a socia...

Okay, so you’ve decided that social media growth is for you. You’re committed to the process, and you’ve started putting effort into it. But should you be doing social media at all? It sounds like a dreadful existential question, but knowing why you shouldn’t be putting any time into it might just strengthen all the reasons why you decided to engage in the first place. So, let’s delve into “7 reas...

Life is going to unfold exactly as it’s going to unfold, regardless of the force you attempt to exert over it. Isn’t it…? What if reality wasn’t so “set in stone?” What if your imagined realities were actually real? What if there was a way to transition to a path other than the one you’re already on? The Spark Infinity crew gathered again for David’s “Parallel Universes of the Artistpreneur,” a pr...

Why bother with social media? Is it even worth doing? And if you are going to do it anyway, wouldn’t you rather get results than not? In this installation of Spark Infinity Office Hours, David illuminates how social media can bring real business value to an individual, creator, entrepreneur, or business. Later, Jody and Karlo join the discussion to share what they’re getting from David’s presentat...