Create. Talk. Repeat.

On this episode, I spoke with Jan Banister, an interior designer and former educator. We discuss how she got her start through the path of least resistance, how she started teaching, and her sweet bluegrass, bass guitar skills. 

On this episode, I spoke with Johnny Woods, a creator of animation and music. We discussed his unique style and bonded over our love of Alan Palomo (known to most of you as Neon Indian) and our love of those 90s computer animation VHS tapes, Beyond the Minds Eye. 

On this episode, I spoke with Grant Widmer and Ted Joyner, the Indie pop rock duo, Generationals. I discovered their music a few years ago on a random Spotify playlist and have been a fan ever since. We discuss their inspirations, their process, and their new album Heatherhead coming out June 2nd. 

On this episode, I spoke with William Warren, an author, illustrator, and CEO. We discuss his new book “The Conquering Creative.” It was written to help creative professionals, freelancers, side hustlers, and entrepreneurs not only excel at their craft, but excel at the business of their craft

On this episode, I spoke with Charlie Chase, a woodworker by day and a podcaster by night. A man who loves building things by hand and watching action films. We discuss his woodworking talents and his "Give Me Back My Podcast Network." 

On this episode, I spoke with Dave Windisch, an artist and designer. We discuss gig posters, handbills, printing techniques, children’s books, and music....oh, so much music. 

On this episode, I spoke with Vincent Chung. He’s an artist doing some really great mixed media art that includes neon lights. We discuss his inspirations and processes and we learn about bombarding glass tubes to make neon lights. And I bombard him with many questions. But before we get into that lesson in art and chemistry here’s a word from our sponsor.   

This week was especially exciting for me as I recently just got back from Las Vegas where I visited Omega Mart created by Meow Wolf. Today I spoke with Vince Kadlubek who is one of the founders of Meow Wolf. We discuss how they got their start, where the name came from, their plans to take over the world, and the question many of you are asking…what the heck is Meow Wolf?

On this week’s episode, I spoke with John Young. An author that is about to GET HUGE. No that’s not me looking into my crystal ball and predicting the future. That’s the title of his new book, "Getting Huge," coming April 1st. I had the pleasure of discussing this book and his other works.

On this week’s episode, I spoke with Melodie Yvonne. A photographer that I thought only did concert photography. But we learn she does much more than that. From baking to poetry, she always finds a way to stay creative. And we have a first on this podcast, we get a Be Real alert. 

In this week’s episode, I speak with a woman that needs no introduction, at least to those in the design world. She has been hosting the Design Matters podcast for 18 years, she is the author of several books, she co-founded the world’s first graduate program in branding at the school for Visual Arts in New York…and I haven’t even mentioned her actual design work. She is without a doubt the inspir...

On this week's episode, I spoke with illustrator and children’s author, Bob Staake. I love the illustration style of Bob’s books and my son loved the stories he wrote. But I had no idea the depth of his work from illustrating covers for the New Yorker to working on so many cartoons I loved as a kid, like Ren & Stimpy, Powerpuff Girls, and Samurai Jack.

On this week's episode, I spoke with Jonathan Wilson. Jonathan was a professor of mine from Ivy Tech Community College in Columbus, Indiana. He’s a big reason I’m where I am today. While most of his career was in education, and we talk quite a bit about that, he is also an amazing photographer with a great story about his travels to India and more.

On this week's podcast, I spoke with Kimberly Hoffman. A children’s author and wonderfully creative person that has some great insights into the world of writing children’s literature. We also discuss how she was inspired to write a book by a spider who joined her dance class.

On this podcast, I spoke with Sonor Ozenc. An engineer, entrepreneur, and artist. He is the creator of MakersCafe and RazorLab. And has more ideas for the future.

On today’s podcast, I spoke with Kaline Carter. An artist that is creating some great hard-edge, geometric abstraction paintings. He was so kind to give me some tips and tricks to help me with my own artwork, after I sent him a DM on Instagram. And he’s just that nice of a guy in real life.

Today I spoke with Gordon Strain of Pigasus Pictures. We discuss how he and some friends just decided to start a film company with no experience, hired actual Hollywood actors, and have now made several films right here in Indiana. We also discuss one of my favorite mottos and company taglines of all time. Dreams Aren’t Dumb.

On today’s podcast, I spoke with Marcie Couet. A painter who inspired me to pick up a paintbrush, though we have very different styles. She has some great insights not only for how to begin your artistic journey but for the business side as well.

Today I have the pleasure of speaking with a friend of mine and a friend of many who have been on the very podcast, Mr. Lloyd Brooks. We discuss his art, his travels to Italy, and how he got the nickname "Lorenzo."

This week I spoke with Natalia Talkowska. Originally from Poland but now based in London. Natalia is an illustrator and visual storyteller. She’s the founder and CEO of Natalka Design and Doodleledo. We discuss how she got her start, what inspires her, and we even discuss how exciting Franklin, Indiana is.

Today I spoke with Jesse Gillenwalters from Basic Printer, a band that is making some innovative electronic pop music that some may call glitchpop. Though it’s hard to categorize. We discussed how he writes his songs, where his collaborations come from, and we discuss his album “HAHA YEAH” which I believe is possibly the best album of 2022. So please excuse me while I heap praises toward Jesse for...

I want to say THANK YOU to all of you who have listened to or been a part of this podcast. It's been a lot of fun and I look forward to 2023. We have some great interviews lined up, so stay tuned. And of course, I wouldn't leave you without some creative inspiration for the coming year. 

On a very special Christmas edition of Create Talk Repeat, I spoke with a comedian you’ve heard on the Bob & Tom Show, seen on TV, or at your local comedy club, Mr. Heywood Banks. We discussed how he got his start and where he gets his inspiration. We talk about his new holiday album and he even plays a song for us. So go fix yourself some toast and turn up your headphones.

Today I interviewed Zach Wilkins. We discuss how he got into producing videos and how he uses these videos as a student minister. We also discuss his musical talents as well. Zach has a passion for ministry and for being creative.

Today I spoke with a very talented artist, Aonna Jones. We discussed how she got started, what inspires her, and we talk about her delicious donut artwork. We also give an early Valentine's Day gift idea for all you men out there.