Today, we’re diving into the art of tinkering, and trust me, it’s not just for the DIY enthusiasts or that friend who can fix anything with duct tape! We're chatting about how to bring the fun back into our creative lives with insights from Mike Brennan's book, "Make Fun a Habit." I mean, who doesn’t need a little sprinkle of joy while navigating the wild world of creativity? We're sharing stories that’ll make you chuckle, like Mike's...
We're diving into some creative mashup magic today, friends! Timothy Kimo Brien is here to sprinkle a little fun into your artistic habits, inspired by Mike Brennan's workbook, *Make Fun a Habit*. We're tackling Chapter 25, aptly named "Monster Mashup," where we learn that mixing things up can lead to some surprisingly tasty outcomes—yes, even that Elvis burger with peanut butter and bananas! So, whether you're a culinary whiz or just someone...
Finding possibilities is the name of the game in this episode, and let me tell you, we’re diving into some seriously fun territory! We’re back with our Make Fun of Habit series, inspired by Mike Brennan’s workbook that’s all about injecting joy into your creative practice. I mean, who doesn’t want to turn their artistic endeavors into a playground of possibilities? Together, we’ll explore how to flip challenges into opportunities and...
Andrew Davies is on a mission to transform the corporate world with the magic of improv! In our chat, we dive deep into how he uses his skills as the Better Meetings Director at Artly Working to help teams ditch the snooze-fest meetings and embrace creativity and collaboration instead. Imagine a workplace where brainstorming feels like fun instead of a chore—yeah, that’s what we’re talking about! We also get into the nitty-gritty of how...
Get ready to dive into a chat with the ever-charismatic Paul Cram! This episode kicks off with some juicy insights straight from Paul, who’s not just your average actor but also a voracious reader and the mastermind behind the Men Who Read book club. We dig into the ups and downs of creativity, tackling everything from that pesky inner critic to the importance of just getting in there and doing the work—because hey, even a four-year-old on a...
Today we're diving into the world of art and AI with the talented David Miller, a multimedia artist based in sunny Los Angeles. David's got some serious chops in photography, animation, and sound design, and he’s all about blending lo-fi vibes with cutting-edge tech. We kick things off by exploring how AI can actually enhance our creative processes instead of taking over, which is a hot topic these days. Trust me, whether you're a skeptic or a...
David Richards joins me today to shake up our ideas about leadership and creativity, and trust me, you don't want to miss this. With a background as a Marine Corps officer and a corporate leader, he's got the chops to help us rethink how we can elevate our personal and professional lives through mindfulness and self-leadership. We dive into his journey from military life to becoming a bestselling author, where he shares how blending biblical...
We're diving into the chaos of creativity and the struggle to maintain focus, folks! Today, we're taking a fun spin on the "Make Fun a Habit" series, where I'm all about helping you wrangle that wild inner critic and actually create stuff instead of just dreaming about it. We’ll chat about the importance of honing in on one or two creative pursuits—because let’s face it, trying to juggle all your passions at once can lead to a big ol’...
Terry Whalin joins us today to drop some serious knowledge bombs about the wild world of publishing. This guy has authored over 60 books and written for more than 50 magazines—yeah, you heard that right! He’s not just a writer; he’s practically a publishing wizard, and he's here to share some of his top insights that every author needs to succeed. We dive into everything from the do's and don'ts of publishing to how to tackle that pesky...
We're diving deep into the importance of believing in ourselves, folks! This episode, titled "Don't Stop Believing," is all about that glorious inner cheerleader we all need, especially when tackling our creative projects. Inspired by Mike Brennan's book, we explore how belief can be the magical ingredient that turns our artistic dreams into reality. I’ll share a heartfelt story about a shy, 13-year-old Mike who bravely stepped out of his...
