Way of the Artist Podcast

The B&E Podcast #040 "Being in a Relationship with or as an Artist" iTunes Link: https://itun.es/i6hv7ck SUMMARY OF THE PODCAST: Today we get into the nuances of a romantic relationship with or as an artist. As we discover, it comes down to what's important in all relationships. Being encouraging and open is still the key. POINT #1: "ARTISTS HAVE A FEW PARTICULARS, BUT RELATIONSHIPS ARE THE SAME"...

The B&E Podcast #044 "The Myths of Living Your Passion" Soundcloud Link: soundcloud.com/thebandepodcast SUMMARY OF THE PODCAST: On Not So Serious Sunday, we talk about how identifying with our dreams can become a painful ordeal. When we learn how to have lives with other interests and pursuits we can discover a whole new meaning and perspective to our vocations. POINT #1: "GET A HOBBY OR DISCIPLIN...

The B&E Podcast #039 "Artistic Process Meets Industry Awareness" iTunes Link: https://itun.es/i6hv7ck SUMMARY OF THE PODCAST: The vision you have for your art is where it all begins and where it hopefully ends -- in between is the process. Sometimes creativity happens within the process and structure itself and can launch you to a greater understanding of your work. Beyond that, it's also importan...

The B&E Podcast #042 "Rooting Out Cliches & Being Original" iTunes Link: https://itun.es/i6hv7ck SUMMARY OF THE PODCAST: The creative worlds are sometimes the most prone to falling into those old, tired, rehashed, reused, derivative ideas -- the cliches. They will almost inevitably come up but there's no need to fear them. Being aware of where they are presenting themselves can often open up new r...

The B&E Podcast #035 "Working with Structure Leads to Creative Freedom" iTunes Link: https://itun.es/i6hv7ck SUMMARY OF THE PODCAST: On another free-for-all Not So Serious Sunday, we go from Seinfeld to creating empathy to the value and misconceptions of structure. As well as sandwiches... and how sandwiches pertain to creativity. Not the most poetic metaphor but it works! Have a listen! POINT #1:...

The B&E Podcast #038 "Challenging Your Beliefs Opens Up Your Creative Freedom" iTunes Link: https://itun.es/i6hv7ck SUMMARY OF THE PODCAST: Over the course of our lives, we have formed all sorts of beliefs based on our experiences and things we've heard, but that doesn't make our beliefs true. Very often we hold beliefs that serve only to contain and limit us from pursuing our dreams and our happi...

The B&E Podcast #037 "The Education System Doesn't Know What's Best For You" iTunes Link: https://itun.es/i6hv7ck SUMMARY OF THE PODCAST: So much of our learning from an early age has been backward and limits our full potential. We've misplaced our values and where our value comes from. Let's unlearn our past conditioning and open up to a world full of potential and creation. POINT #1: "QUESTION E...

The B&E Podcast #036 "How Do You Know When You're Ready?" iTunes Link: https://itun.es/i6hv7ck SUMMARY OF THE PODCAST: The whole idea that you are ready or not is kind of a fallacy because how will you ever know for sure. We discuss how failure is the best teacher and why our own self-image is what holds us back from doing what we are most passionate about. Being ready is partly something you prep...

The B&E Podcast #034 "Movie Studios & The Art of the Blockbuster" iTunes Link: https://itun.es/i6hv7ck SUMMARY OF THE PODCAST: We discuss the pros and cons of the big studio system and how it's not necessarily any better or worse than any other level of production, just different. We also examine the things we can learn from the studio system and how we can help make our industry healthier and mor...

The B&E Podcast #032 "How Our Goals Often Mislead Us From Being Our True Self" iTunes Link: https://itun.es/i6hv7ck SUMMARY OF THE PODCAST: We dive deep into the decisions we make in our lives and how the goals we make are not always in our best interest. In fact, we haven't been taught how to set goals for ourselves in a way that is authentic to who we are. Set goals based on the experience you w...

The B&E Podcast #033 "You'll Get Everything You're Willing to Give" iTunes Link: https://itun.es/i6hv7ck SUMMARY OF THE PODCAST: On another juicy Not So Serious Sunday, we further explore the concept of how giving and helping others does more for us than trying to protect our own interests. We also discuss how seeing the world from a place of abundance or scarcity has a deep effect on our ability...

The B&E Podcast #030 "The Myths of Living Life as an Artist" w/ Seth Sharp iTunes Link: https://itun.es/i6hv7ck SUMMARY OF THE PODCAST: With musician Seth Sharp, we talk about some of the myths around living a creative life and the importance of asking "why" when we begin down a path of an artistic career. POINT #1: "FIND JOY IN THE WORK" -A small percentage of what you love to do will actually be...

The B&E Podcast #031 "Art is the Best When You Just DGAF" w/ Teresa Riley iTunes Link: https://itun.es/i6hv7ck SUMMARY OF THE PODCAST: With musician, producer, writer, and actress Teresa Riley, we talk about the value of what you choose to be concerned about when in creative mode. What did we come up with? Care about the work, forget about the rest. Lots of fun and a few F-Bombs dropped -- enjoy!...

The B&E Podcast #029 "Going Beyond What's Already Been Done" iTunes Link: https://itun.es/i6hv7ck SUMMARY OF THE PODCAST: We get into past experiences and how they can limit us as creatives. Our realm is in the unknown and in trusting our truth, our experience, and voice. Relying on past successes is a huge trap. Find a new way. POINT #1: "DON'T GET STUCK IN THE PAST" -We can learn our lessons thr...

The B&E Podcast #028 "What it Takes to Be a Real Career Filmmaker" w/ Gabriel Napora iTunes Link: https://itun.es/i6hv7ck SUMMARY OF THE PODCAST: We break down illusions of film producing, what really goes into making a movie and the balance between art and commercial viability. With guest, Gabriel Napora. POINT #1: "AIM HIGH" -Try to get the best people you can attract to your project and work do...

The B&E Podcast #026 "How You Make An Impact Whether You Like It Or Not" iTunes Link: https://itun.es/i6hv7ck THE SUMMARY OF THE PODCAST: People notice us more than we think and it's important to be mindful of what it is we're saying and doing. In other words, everyone is watching us all the time and we're never invisible as much as we think we may be. POINT #1: "WE'RE ALL SELLING OURSELVES" -In a...

The B&E Podcast #027 "Embrace the Unanticipated Moments of Your Artistic Journey" iTunes Link: https://itun.es/i6hv7ck SUMMARY OF THE PODCAST: Another "Not So Serious Sunday" with Brandon and Evan. On this one we talk about trusting your audience, going on a journey in any artistic endeavor and how being "nice" is holding your art back from being authentic. POINT #1: "ART IS FOUND IN THE EXPERIENC...

The B&E Podcast #025 "How to Value Yourself as an Artist" iTunes Link: https://itun.es/i6hv7ck SUMMARY OF THE PODCAST: We talk about what it means to value yourself and others as an artist and how misplacing our values can be an act of self-sabotage. POINT #1: "VALUE & MONEY" -We so often associate value and money together which is very often not the case. POINT #2: "VALUING YOURSELF WILL MAKE YOU...

The B&E Podcast #024 "The Courage to Create From a Place of Truth" iTunes Link: https://itun.es/i6hv7ck SUMMARY OF THE PODCAST: On a "Not So Serious Sunday" (recorded on Monday), we get into courage and fear -- what they are, how they impact you and how they inform your decisions. POINT #1: "COURAGE IS A FRIEND" -Courage helps your creativity come forth fully and truthfully. POINT #2: "THE INTEGRI...

The B&E Podcast #023 "The Nature of Storytelling w/ Owen Laukkanen" iTunes Link: https://itun.es/i6hv7ck SUMMARY OF THE PODCAST: We discuss the creative process, challenges, and realizations about success with author Owen Laukkanen. POINT #1: "PROCESS OVER RESULT" -It's not about what you get, it's about how you get there. POINT #2: "WHEN SUCCESS COMES KNOCKING" -The double-edged sword of accompli...

The B&E Podcast #022 "The Courage to Create What You Really Want w/ Emilio Merritt" iTunes Link: https://itun.es/i6hv7ck SUMMARY OF THE PODCAST: In this podcast, we discuss with writer, director, filmmaker Emilio Merritt about producing meaningful work without restraint. POINT #1: "GOING INTO THE UNKNOWN" -Just because your subject matter is challenging and unfamiliar doesn't mean it's not worth e...

The B&E Podcast #021 "Channeling Your Creativity" iTunes Link: https://itun.es/i6hv7ck THE SUMMARY OF THE PODCAST: We discuss the concept that creativity may be a source we tap into that is something that is out there in the world we find, not something entirely within us. This mindset takes the pressure off of us to be special. POINT #1: "WHERE DOES CREATIVITY COME FROM?" -Is creativity something...

The B&E Podcast #020 "Rewards, Awards & Better Reasons" iTunes Link: https://itun.es/i6hv7ck SUMMARY OF THE PODCAST: Not So Serious Sunday touches on the Oscars, the problems that arise when you create for reward and recognition, and not being an A-Hole when collaborating. POINT #1: "YOU ONLY CONTROL YOUR EXPERIENCE" -You have very little say, if any, in the results of your creative efforts. Focus...

The B&E Podcast #019 "Getting Out of Your Own Way to Do What You Love Most" iTunes Link: https://itun.es/i6hv7ck SUMMARY OF THE PODCAST: We talk about motivation through joy and the role of fear in our creative endeavors. POINT #1: "FIND THE JOY" -Joy will take you to the next level, contrary to popular belief. POINT #2: "BEING HARD ON YOURSELF HOLDS YOU BACK" -Being hard on yourself puts you in a...

The B&E Podcast #018 "Choosing Experience Over Fear" SUMMARY OF THE PODCAST: Not So Serious Sunday produces our longest conversation to date. We cover fear, authenticity, joy and the value of experience. Lots of territory covered -- hope you enjoy. POINT #1: "YOU WILL LEARN" -You don't typically know the outcome of your efforts, and it may not always be "desirable" but there is always growth. POIN...