Make Art Not Content

Sometimes learning a new word acts like dynamite on the walls around you. Today, we discuss TWO such words. | SOURCES: “All Star Series: Tyler Talk, Paris” by Converse ( https://youtu.be/Z90f1-zWg0c ); JAMES BALDWIN & NIKKI GIOVANNI - A CONVERSATION (1971) Complete ( https://youtu.be/4Jc54RvDUZU ); Your Mom's House Podcast - Ep.670 w/ Louis C.K. ( https://youtu.be/KTJXdmJ5cWQ ) “Know the Artis...

You may think the art you're making will be your greatest work of art. It isn't.

A new artist perspective for the changing season.

Is the price of loneliness worth it— to live a life of doing what we love?

The artist "comedown" is a very real thing, indeed.

The secret to becoming a prolific artist is easier than you may think. (taken from 'The Book Of Transformation') || SOURCES: Huberman Lab Podcast #8 “Optimize Your Learning & Creativity with Science-based Tools”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uuP-1ioh4LY — Kobe Bryant Thrive Interview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LdrVVJPlUK4 — Matthew Walker on Joe Rogan Experience #1109: https://www.you...

Are you on the right track? Only if you can answer these three questions in your sleep. An episode of ultra #truthlotion.

People Watching 2.0 has arrived. From 'The Book Of Dares'.

Mady is struggling with the #1 dream killer.

Ever notice how the people who preach about mental health online are often no better off than you? Isn't it time we start taking advice from the people who actually exude the qualities that we desire?

@sighswoon takes over the podcast. She teaches us 1. how to grow a following, 2. how to handle "haters" and 3. how to manifest money.

A different way of looking at the art of making art. Featuring @sighswoon (Gabi Abrão).

At first, you think you have a genius idea. After working on it a bit, you realize things aren’t working. And then you start thinking it sucks. Which leads you to start thinking that YOU suck. Welcome to the creative process. AKA 'The Struggle'. (From 'The Book Of Mental Health') Featuring Mystery Student Sarah. Watch her videos here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbsTNGKB4eVv4LeZpl4AqVw

5 pearls of wisdom to help you become a better artist.

Work/Life balance doesn't work for artists. There's a better way. Want proof? Hajime Sorayama, Emma Chamberlain, Nicky Minaj, and Dan Pena. (From 'The Book Of Transformation') -- CREDITS: “Prelude To Taps”, PublicResourceOrg, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MP3pNJWjxKI // “Honor The Fallen”, The U.S. Army, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nQ7Nz81TgGQ

"If you want to invent the lightbulb, you can’t just keep trying to invent a better candle. At some point, you’re gonna need to take a leap of faith." From 'The Book Of Influence'. Excerpts: Nancy Duarte ’ Resonate’ (Chapter 9, Change Your World) / T-Pain rant from Twitch stream (https://www.twitch.tv/tpain) / Shia Lebeof interview (‘A Man Named Scott’ documentary)

You may not be able to throw lightning back into a cloud... You may not be able to cure disease with a snap of your fingers... But there is one miracle every artist has the ability to perform… | Sources: Joe Rogan Experiences:#1724 w/Jewel: https://open.spotify.com/episode/2TRBNGScfO2K3RWRIYJedJ?si=3be0387fe8db4628&nd=1 | A Man Named Scott (A Kid Cudi Documentary) on Amazon Prime Video

A diner with my friend Karen reveals the answer I've been looking for since I started this podcast.

What can creatives do to avoid having an existential crisis every couple of months? Here are a few ideas... (From 'The Book Of Mental Health')

Some people choose a life of mediocrity and regret... Others embrace excellence and achieving "God Momentum". Which path have you chosen without even realizing it? (Excerpt from: Casey Neistat - Steve-O's Wild Ride! Ep #54)

All that art you're making... Who are you making it for? Your answer may be influencing your art in ways you never thought of.

The same worldview used by Banksy, Kanye and Marina Abramovic was found hidden in a cult 80s teen movie. What's the role of art in society? What's the role of the artist? The best answer I could find.

Congregation… Are you ready for the truth?

In this first "audience participation" episode, the congregation responds to question "What scares you the most about the creative process?" All the answers boiled down to three things. And Father Bronques has three solutions for you (courtesy of The Mystery School).

In this episode: That time I met Amy Winehouse... The secret to making art with complete strangers... And what it feels like watching Instagram die. | Excerpt from Questlove Supreme (Mark Ronson interview)