Create for No Reason

In this episode, Kate chats with Nate Forrest. He helps small and home-based business entrepreneurs create lead and sales funnels that get results. When he's not working, you can usually find him playing poker, at church, or on the social audio app, Clubhouse hosting The Social Media Show. He shared a great exercise at the end for listeners to help them find and connect with their audience. ...

In this episode, Kate was solo as she interviewed Dennis Shiao. They met at Content Marketing world earlier this year. Dennis spoke about newsletters and Kate was inspired to bring him on the show to share some of his best tips. Newsletters may sound boring at first, but they're an incredible way to share your ideas and content. Plus, it's another way to explore your creativity by giving it your o...

Reinvention with intention. In this episode, Kate and Shawn talk about what it takes to reinvent yourself. Some of us have lost a job and were forced to reinvent. Others decide to finally pursue that dream in their heart they've been ignoring for years. We make choices every day on how we show up, how we spend our time, and what kind of work we're committed to doing. Shawn says he wants to be the...

Shawn and Kate hang out with TikTok sensation and futurist Brooke J Lacy. They nerd out about NFTs, Crypto, and the creative process. Brooke shares her story about how being vulnerable on TikTok one day gave her an opportunity to connect to hundreds of thousands of other people working on their mental wellness and anxiety during COVID. Her story is a perfect example of how doing one thing just bec...

Kate and Shawn went live on the Facebook! They talked about people we need to surround ourselves with to do our best work. Who are your best creative friends? Who are your soul friends? These are the people who push you to be the best version of yourself. They're the people you turn to for advice, support, and a kick in the pants. If, you know, a kick in the pants is what you need.  Check out...

Discover how a former gym owner turned into a full-time podcaster. During this episode, Kate & Shawn talk to Adam Schaeuble, a podcaster and coach with over 600 episodes recorded since 2016. He helps podcasters learn how to love their show like a hobby and build it like a business. They talked about Adam's journey into podcasting and what he's learned after starting three shows. Adam shares hi...

Kate and Shawn chat with Frank McKinney: author, artist, philanthropist, and real estate maverick. Frank is a consistent creative who has written multiple books, designed multiple homes, and changed the lives of multiple people. Frank shares who the people are he’s modeled his life after. He talks about his new book, Aspire, and why inspiration and motivation aren’t enough; we need to focus on who...

In this episode, we catch up with the consummate creative Jay Baer. We talk about his latest book, Talk Triggers , and what it means to be mentionable today. How can we be creative and stand out? We also talk about hokey, tequila, alpacas, how to cheat at bbq competitions, and why Seth Godin is a perfect dinner party guest.  Join our Facebook Community . 

Kate and Shawn talk about their own creative processes and what it feels like when things get harder. They talk about how expectations can gum up the works. It might be fun and games when we start making something. That's the whole point: create something for no reason. Sometimes though, we take our creative endeavors to the next level. We dipped our foot in the pool and decide it's time for a swi...

We're all capable of doing hard things. We simply need to commit to doing the work. Kate met Mark Drager on Clubhouse and loved what he was building. During one of their conversations, she told him about Create For No Reason. He laughed and said he sometimes wonders if what he used to create just for fun isn't exactly fun anymore. Kate thought it would be a fun conversation to explore on the show....

Shawn and Kate are life-long learners and explorers. They want to learn everything they can while they can. They’re good at parties. They ask lots of questions. They love listening to stories and figuring out new ways of doing things. They read a lot too, especially Kate—she’s gonna devour 50+ books this year. Shawn’s covering thousands of miles this summer to explore Central America and the Rocky...

Kate and Shawn talk about social media and long-form content (including the novel Joey Robert Parks wrote on Instagram). What works these days? What doesn’t work? If we’re artists, do we care? Or maybe an even more important question: How can we use social media to figure out if our ideas are a worthwhile or useful? Standup comedians test bits with different audiences to figure out “is this a thin...

Shawn's in Idaho hiking up beautiful mountains. Kate's heading to Oregon to visit her friend Kyle. Kyle always challenges Kate to ship her work. So in this episode, we talk about creating and getting your work out into the world. Being brave enough to share your ideas even when they aren't perfect. Because we know it'll never be perfect. Shipping helps the creative process because we get feedback....

In this episode, Shawn and Kate talk about what it takes to create good work. When you're in the creation process, is your work "real"? Shawn thinks it may just be a naughty puppet (listen to the episode). We know what great work looks and feels like, but it can only be accomplished by practice. It's hard to be consistent when we're creating mediocre work, but it's so worth it.    Join o...

Shawn’s in the Jungle. Kate teases him about his Eat Pray Love journey. We talk about gathering the ingredients to create something only you can create. We also explore whether or not we're good at giving and/or receiving information. Are you open to receive what the universe has in store for you? Are you prepared to create something magical simply because you're willing to listen to the signs aro...

In this episode, Kate and Shawn chat with Bobby Del Rio. He's a repped Hollywood actor, writer, and director. Most recently, Bobby wrote and directed the feature film The Market. Bobby has become one of the top film moderators on Clubhouse, curating many influential rooms in Hollywood. Bobby creates what he likes. He's committed to the practice and believes the right people will find his work. Bob...

In this episode, Kate and Shawn explore mindset vs. environment. Can you get out of a creative rut or even do your best work simply by changing your thoughts or environment?  Join our Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/createfornoreason

In this episode, Kate and Shawn talk to Jeff McMahon. He's had an incredible music career. In his role as keyboardist and vocalist, he has shared the success of hits and landmarks with the celebrated country superstar Tim McGraw. While juggling a successful touring and recording career, he also worked hard to raise awareness and support cutting-edge research for brain tumor patients through the Tu...

This is an episode about living with ourselves and becoming ourselves and stealing from other people to help make it happen. We talk about being happy exactly where you are while pursuing your dreams, where you find inspiration, and what you're willing to do to become the person you're meant to be.  Join our Facebook group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/createfornoreason

When was the last time you flipped through a book and read from a random page only to discover the words were exactly what you needed? What does being mindful mean to you? How often do you sit in silence and let yourself notice what's happening? This is a fun episode where Shawn and Kate explore music and noticing things others may not see. Who do you get inspiration from when creating your work?...

Are you going through life as the tortoise or the hare? Sometimes we're so focused on achieving our dreams that we forget to take time to enjoy the journey along the way. To remember that there is no finish line. Fiercely pursuing our dreams of tomorrow doesn't mean we can't be genuinely grateful for exactly where we are today. Join our Facebook Community here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/crea...

In this episode, Kate and Shawn explore a fun exercise to help you break through your fears and go after your dreams. So what? It's a phrase we can use to help us discover that the worst-case scenario isn't really that bad. This activity takes us through a process to remove anxiety and give us the confidence to start doing the work we know we're meant to do. We would love to know if you give it a...

In this episode, Shawn and Kate talk about recognizing our creative habits. Shawn recently read James Clear's book Atomic Habits. In it, James shares a great analogy to help us understand more about the impact our habits have when we're willing to trust the process and continue doing the work. Pushing through your creative practice when you aren't seeing results can be difficult, but when we belie...

In this episode, we chat with Joel Lalgee. He teaches recruiters how to post content other than boring. His content generates 2 million views a month! Like Kate and Shawn, Joel believes creativity can be found everywhere. Consistency matters. It's what helps you discover your creative genius and what to create that attracts your tribe. You can find Joel on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/i...

In this episode, Kate and Shawn talk about process, practice, and the power of your dreams. It may seem random at first, but it all comes together. There's nothing we can do about the past, let it go. Decide what's next. Believe in your dreams. Fall in love with the process. Shawn hates this term. He prefers the word practice. Either way, it's what makes you stronger to create the thing only you c...