The Life We Create

Episode 24: The Death of Casual TV (Why We Don't Just "Watch" Anymore) Have you noticed that nobody just watches TV anymore? We are breaking down the "Lore Economy" and why audiences are obsessed with solving puzzles instead of just consuming content. We analyze the shift to "Active Engagement" —where shows like Severance and Pluribus function as investigations rather than just stories. We break d...

Hollywood executives think Gen Z isn't watching TV because of TikTok. They're wrong. In this episode, we break down the "Crisis of Authenticity" and why this is actually the Golden Age for indie filmmakers. Episode 23: We read a piece in The Ankler by Whitney Friedlander that’s causing panic in boardrooms: "Gen Z Is Huge; Their TV Shows Are Tiny." The industry blames attention spans, but we call i...

How do you take an idea that has been "incubating" for half a decade and finally turn it into a finished screenplay? Today, Cobain and Taylor discuss the writing process behind their upcoming short film, The Actress . This isn't just about writing; it's about taking control in an industry built on rejection. We discuss the psychological impact of accomplishing, why we rewrote our antagonist, and t...

Episode 21:  Cobain and Taylor dive into the first two episodes of the new Vince Gilligan sci-fi series, "Pluribus."  Today the Cinema Social Club analyze the show's craft, from its specific visual storytelling (like that yellow jacket) to its complex sound design. They also do a deep character dive into the flawed protagonist, Carol, and debate whether the new hive mind society is a utopia or a n...

After a year-long hiatus, Taylor and Cobain are back to unpack the single most important lesson they learned: Take the messy action. In this episode, they get real about why they stepped away, the creative's biggest enemy—perfectionism—and the lesson they learned about building in community instead of in silence. If you've ever felt stuck in the planning phase or waited until things were "perfect,...

Uncertainty fuels creativity in unexpected ways. In this episode of The Life We Create, Taylor and Cobain dive into the power of embracing the unknown and how unpredictability sparks innovation. From art and music to tech and filmmaking, we explore real-life examples of how creative breakthroughs happen when you let go of rigid plans and trust the process. Highlights of this episode include:  • Co...

In Episode 18 of The Life We Create, we dive into the #1 mistake filmmakers make when marketing their films and how to fix it. Spoiler: it’s all about personal branding! Learn how filmmakers like Quentin Tarantino, Greta Gerwig, Jordan Peele, and Zack Snyder have mastered the art of personal branding, creating long-lasting careers that go beyond individual projects. We break down: - The importance...

Cobain & Taylor are back to dive into what it means to be a multi-hyphenate as a creative/professional. As multi-hyphenates ourselves, we talk about our successes, hangups, and lessons learned as creatives with multiple passions and skillsets. It really begs the question, is it necessary to be a multi-hyphenate or just focus on one thing? Can we really do it all? Play along with us and see wha...

Cobain & Taylor discuss the treasure trove that is Youtube for independent filmmakers. Youtube has been notoriously underutilized by filmmakers for a long time & those that have tapped into it have reaped amazing rewards.  They discuss why YouTube is a viable platform for indie filmmakers and that their films can generate profit from YouTube. It's not necessarily about ditching the traditi...

Taylor & Cobain are hyped to answer your comments & opinions regarding the previous episode- The Death of Hollywood: Why Creatives are Leaving LA. This engagement was sparked by the LA Times article about Hollywood's Exodus & why TV and Film workers are leaving Los Angeles. There was a lot of great dialogue & we dive deeper into some of the core issues across industries, focusing o...

This week Taylor & Cobain take a deep dive into LA Times recent article Hollywood’s exodus: Why film and TV workers are leaving Los Angeles. We discuss how the strikes & living costs have impacted the entertainment industry & how people have made a creative pivot for their lives. This article shows how people have forged new paths for themselves in this age of disruption and how creati...

Show up, show up, show up! Consistently. We continue our series inspired by Elizabeth Gilbert's Big Magic and in this episode we discuss Hard Labour vs. Fairy Dust. We debunk & demystify magic/luck happening serendipitously with the help of Elizabeth Gilbert and how consistently doing the work is what allows this magic to happen. It's a lesson in showing up to the work/craft/creativity for you...

Cobain & Taylor back it with entitlement...creative entitlement that is. We explore this topic that Elizebth Gilbert so elegantly explains in her book, Big Magic, and why you need to hone it. We love this notion & the empowerment it brings and we discuss exactly what creative entitlement is, why it's important, and how to implement it in your life. It's all about giving yourself permission...

Taylor & Cobain back at it inspired by fellow creative @struthless around The Stallion Theory & the process of harnessing creative freedom. You see, creativity can be like a stallion running free in your mind until you learn to harness it! But don't take it from us, hear how Jerry Seinfeld breaks it down. We’re excited to share this process we discovered to help create structure for creati...

Hey hey, Cobain & Taylor here and we’re giving you all the tea behind the scenes of our Huggies Commercial as a family. We reveal the whole process from audition to shoot, our favorite moments and takeaways. Buckle up as we take you on our journey to Mexico City! Check out our new coffee! ► Brain Juice Coffee: www. BrainJuiceCoffee.com Watch & Subscribe on Youtube ABOUT THE LIFE WE CREATE:...

Cobain & Taylor here, join us as we pull back the curtain on our business, SLFLVE Media. We break down what it is we do, our vision and goals, where we're at now, and how we overcome challenges. We dive into the ins and outs of running our business as a two-person team and some of the things we've come up against as entrepreneurs. We wanted to bring transparency to what we're busy with and how...

Cobain & Taylor back at it again discussing failure’s role in creativity.  We discuss: The definition of failure & what it means in creativity  Our challenges with failing & being creative How to take the power away from failure  How to us failure as a tool to your success You won’t to miss this chat & discover how to harness the power within you to overcome your hang ups with crea...

This week we explore creativity’s impact on mental health. We love a good discussion on self care & we get into how creativity is self care for us. How it is m, in fact, a mental health tool. We chat about how creativity is scientifically proven to uplift mood, decrease anxiety & depression, and overcome trauma. The best part? It’s all within you. Share the creative tasks you do that you n...

Taylor & Cobain back atcha talking  about how our son not only jumpstarted our creativity, but helped make it an actionable habit like never before. We go deep into creativity as a value & centerpiece for parenting. We talk about postpartum adjustment, our challenges, and how we bounced back better than before. Our creativity has expanded since our son’s birth & we incorporate it every...

Cobain & Taylor are back at you with some more creativity talk & we hope you have an open mind ;). We're not talking grandiose measures of creative exploration, but even employing small creative gestures & expressions in your daily life can be very impactful. We dive deep into exploration & discovery (and even uncertainty) and how being open to new experiences enhances your life. N...

Cobain & Taylor talk about their perfectionist hangups when it comes to creativity (& life) and ways in which they overcome perfectionism to let creativity flow.  Mentions & Recommendations: The Artist Way: https://amzn.to/3TJRCFK Failing Up: How to Take Risks, Aim Higher, and Never Stop Learning (audible link): https://amzn.to/3xm4Voh Check out our new coffee! ► Brain Juice Coffee: ww...

Taylor & Cobain discuss how "originality" is dead and what the true key is to making something feel original today. From Dolly Parton to Wu-Tang and more, they breakdown how originality has been re-birthed in entertainment.  Check out our new coffee! ► Brain Juice Coffee: www. BrainJuiceCoffee.com Watch & Subscribe on Youtube ABOUT THE LIFE WE CREATE: In a world that glorifies perfection,...

Taylor & Cobain discuss how creative pursuits lead to relationships- platonic & romantic. From VW Beetle renovations to dance partners, your creativity just may lead you to your mate. Check out our new coffee! ► Brain Juice Coffee: www. BrainJuiceCoffee.com Watch & Subscribe on Youtube ABOUT THE LIFE WE CREATE: In a world that glorifies perfection, The Life We Create dives into the mes...

Meet Taylor & Cobain, business & life partners, who talk about creativity in all of its facets and forms as they introduce the focus of this podcast in their debut episode.  Check out our new coffee! ► Brain Juice Coffee: www. BrainJuiceCoffee.com Watch & Subscribe on Youtube ABOUT THE LIFE WE CREATE: In a world that glorifies perfection, The Life We Create dives into the messy realiti...