Cracking Creativity Podcast with Kevin Chung
101 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 5 years ago - ★★★★★ - 17 ratingsThe Cracking Creativity Podcast shows you how creatives turn their ideas into action, create interesting projects, and build an engaged audience through shared passions.
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[Recap for Episode 91] Creativity vs. Natural Inspiration, Stealing in Art, Taking Chances, and Learning from Your Mistakes – Cracking Creativity Episode 91
March 06, 2019 13:00 - 10 minutes - 9.94 MBA recap of episode 91 of the Cracking Creativity podcast. If you liked it, check out the full episode with Erik Young where he talks about creativity vs. natural inspiration, stealing in art, taking chances, and learning from your mistakes.
92: Nick Gray on Turning Your Hobby Into a Business, Standing Out in a Crowded Market, and Being a Leader
February 21, 2019 12:36 - 1 hour - 32.8 MBNick Gray is the founder of Museum Hack, a twist on the traditional museum experience. The funny thing about Nick is, he used to hate museums. That is until he went on a date that forever changed his life. During a snowy day in NYC, a girl brought him to the Metropolitan Museum of Art and showed him artifacts, furniture, and other interesting things in the museum. This changed Nick’s perception of what a museum tour could be. That’s when he started frequenting the MET, and learned to love ...
91: Erik Young on Creativity vs. Natural Inspiration, Stealing in Art, Taking Chances, and Learning from Your Mistakes
January 08, 2019 13:00 - 1 hour - 39.7 MBErik Young is one of my friends from high school. In this episode we broke from the normal format of the show and talked about our thoughts on creativity, inspiration, the education system, and learning from your mistakes. We also talked about some of the projects he's worked on including his children's book and work as owner of 7Mangos. Read more shownotes from episode 91 with Erik Young
[Recap for Episode 90] Chalky White on Asking What If, Being Persistent, and Never Giving Up
December 04, 2018 13:00 - 10 minutes - 9.93 MBA recap of episode 90 of the Cracking Creativity podcast. If you liked it, check out the full episode with Chalky White where he talks about asking yourself what if, being persistent, and why continuing to try leads to success, among many other things.
90: Chalky White on Asking What If, Being Persistent, and Never Giving Up
November 13, 2018 13:00 - 1 hour - 51.5 MBChalky White grew up in an abusive household, so much so that he gave up trying in school as an act of rebellion. When he 17 he joined the police cadets where he worked with alcoholics and drug addicts. It was at this point that Chalky realized he wanted to be in service of others. One day his friend asked Chalky if he wanted to go skiing. By saying yes to his friend’s request, Chalky unknowingly changed his life. Even though he wasn’t very good at skiing on that first trip, he was hooked...
[Recap for Episode 89] Victor Yocco on Tailoring Your Message, Finding Support, and Having an Effective Website
October 23, 2018 12:00 - 10 minutes - 9.98 MBA recap of episode 89 of the Cracking Creativity podcast. If you liked it, check out the full episode with Victor Yocco where he talks about why your message should change based on your platform, the importance of a support system, and the power of creating an effective website, among many other things.
89: Victor Yocco on Tailoring Your Message, Finding Support, and Having an Effective Website
October 01, 2018 12:00 - 1 hour - 45 MBVictor Yocco went to school and studied psychology and communication. After school he became a researcher for zoos and science centers, but after a while he decided he needed a change. So he asked a friend who worked at Intuitive, a design and research company, if they had any open jobs. Even though he didn't have any experience in design or user research, Victor found that he was a good fit for the job. His background in psychology and research allowed him to make the transition from rese...
[Recap for Episode 88] Shawn Coss on Being a Popular Artist, Defining Your Success, and Business Being Hard Work
September 18, 2018 12:00 - 10 minutes - 9.52 MBA recap of episode 88 of the Cracking Creativity podcast. If you liked it, check out the full episode with Shawn Coss where he talks about why there’s no formula for becoming a popular artist, defining success on your own terms, and why running an art business is such hard work, among many other things.
88: Shawn Coss on Being a Popular Artist, Defining Your Success, and Business Being Hard Work
August 22, 2018 12:00 - 1 hour - 43.6 MBShawn Coss grew up loving cartoons, but never dreamed it could become his full-time job. He grew up in a time and place where art wasn't considered a viable career. His dad told him he should get a "real job" instead of pursuing his dreams. The thought was, you could only be a professional artist if you went to an art institute, or learned at Disney. Like most people who grow up in difficult financial situations, Shawn's dad didn't want Shawn to grow up with the same hardships he had to go...
[Recap for Episode 87] Derek Miller on Creative Action, Having Positive Mindsets, and Not Getting Down on Yourself
August 02, 2018 12:00 - 8 minutes - 8.13 MBA recap of episode 87 of the Cracking Creativity podcast. If you liked it, check out the full episode with Derek Miller where he talks about why you need to keep your creative momentum, the power of a positive mindset, and not getting down on yourself, among many other things.
87: Derek Miller on Creative Action, Having Positive Mindsets, and Not Getting Down on Yours
July 25, 2018 12:00 - 1 hour - 53.5 MBDerek Miller has always had a creative side to his life. As a kid he wanted to be a cartoonist, and little did he know, he would become deeply entrenched in that world as an adult through the web comic Cyanide and Happiness. While he was in college, and a few years afterward, Derek was part of a small metal band and also ran a small music blog. He was also a part of a non-profit to help artists turn their passion into full-time jobs. All that experience in the art world helped Derek run ...
Katie Hornor on Sharing Your Gifts, Respecting People, and Defining Success
June 19, 2018 12:00 - 1 hour - 36.1 MBKatie Hornor knew from a young age that wanted to serve God. She also realized that she had a teacher's heart, so she majored in education. After finishing school with a degree in education and a minor in Spanish, Katie and her husband moved to Mexico as missionaries. While in Mexico she worked at a Bible college and local mission college. But one of the most pivotal decisions in her life was deciding to home school her children. This was the moment she realized that other parents in Mex...
[Recap for Episode 85] Ron Dawson on the Power of Stories, Putting in the Work, Learning on the Fly
May 23, 2018 12:00 - 8 minutes - 8.11 MBA recap of episode 85 of the Cracking Creativity podcast. If you liked it, check out the full episode with Ron Dawson the power of storytelling, putting in the work, and learning on the fly among many other things.
85: Ron Dawson on the Power of Stories, Putting in the Work, Learning on the Fly
May 10, 2018 12:00 - 1 hour - 58.5 MBRon Dawson‘s earliest experience with film came through a time traveling caper film he created when he was a kid. Unfortunately, like many creatives, “real life” aspirations took over. Instead of following his passion for film, he followed his interest in business. Ron’s first endeavor in business was attempting to buy and sell businesses with his cousin. Although this idea did not work out, it gave him a taste of the business world. After failing to launch his business buying venture, a...
[Replay] Colin McCann on Productivity, Taking on an Ambitious Project, and the Power of Beliefs
May 01, 2018 12:00 - 1 hour - 38.6 MBThis is a replay of episode 31 with Colin McCann. Colin believes there is a better way to be productive in our lives, so he set out to create it himself. Most of us would be way too scared to leave our cushy jobs and try to go at it on our own, but with a plan of action and comfortable savings, Colin took that chance. --- Here are three things you can learn from Colin: Big Risks Don’t Need to Be Made with Snap Judgments Just because you are doing something drastic or daring, doesn’t...
[Recap for Episode 84] Brett Michael Innes on Adapting to Your Situation, the Power of Mentorship, and Not Giving it to Fear
April 10, 2018 12:00 - 8 minutes - 8.85 MBA recap of episode 84 of the Cracking Creativity podcast. If you liked it, check out the full episode with Brett Michael Innes where he talks about adapting to your situation, why mentorship is powerful, and not letting fear get the best of you.
84: Brett Michael Innes on Adapting to Your Situation, the Power of Mentorship, and Not Giving it to Fear
March 28, 2018 12:00 - 1 hour - 41.2 MBBrett Michael Innes didn't know if he would ever fulfill his dream of becoming a film maker. As a teenager, he knew he wanted to make movies but there were a few things that stood in the way of him accomplishing his dream. During that time, his family went into debt, so he couldn't afford to go to film school. He also had to work at a call center just to support himself. After some introspective thinking, Brett decided he wanted to pursue his dream of film making. So he worked a year at ...
[Replay] Natalie Kim on Choosing Yourself, Being Vulnerable, and Dealing with Mixed Reactions
March 13, 2018 12:00 - 1 hour - 36.5 MBThis is a replay of episode 30 with Natalie Kim. Natalie believes we should not rely on others to further our careers. We are no longer beholden to decisiosn from the gatekeepers. We are the deciders of our own destiny. In this episode, Natlie tells us why we need to pursue own own dreams. --- Natalie Kim is an actress, writer, and artist. She also hosted It’s a Draw With Natalie Kim, where she interviewed comedians and cartoonist while they drew. On this episode, Natalie talks about wh...
[Recap for Episode 83] Cebo Campbell on Putting Everything Into Your Work, Taking Your Time, and Striving to be the Best
March 07, 2018 13:00 - 8 minutes - 8.71 MBA recap of episode 83 of the Cracking Creativity podcast. If you liked it, check out the full episode with Cebo Campbell where he talks about why you should put your all into your work, why you should take your time, and why you should always strive to be the best.
83: Cebo Campbell on Putting Everything Into Your Work, Taking Your Time, and Striving to be the Best
February 20, 2018 13:00 - 2 hours - 64.5 MBCebo Campbell grew up with a father and a community only interested in one of his talents: football. When he was a kid, his father was the coach of his football team where he stressed one thing, be the best you can be. Cebo took that advice to heart and became a dynamic football player, but due to his height, only got a football scholarship from one school. So he took it. This is when Cebo started to shift his focus from athletics to academics. He was always creative, but it wasn't until h...
[Replay] Kim Nicol on Her Journey into Mindfulness, How Mindfulness Helps High Powered People, and the Many Ways She Teaches
February 06, 2018 13:00 - 1 hour - 65.2 MBThis is a replay of episode 29 with Kim Nicol. Kim's journey from marketing, to law, to mindfulness and meditation is an inspiration for anyone who feels stuck at their jobs or in their career. There's a lot we can learn from Kim, so check out our great conversation. --- Kim Nicol teaches meditations and mindfulness and has helped thousands of people find calm in everyday moments. In this episode Kim talks about how she went from marketing, to being a lawyer, to becoming a mindfulness an...
[Recap for Episode 82] Erik Kruger on Lessons from Failure, Letting Principles Guide You, and Creating Value for Your Audience
January 24, 2018 13:00 - 10 minutes - 10.3 MBA recap of episode 82 of the Cracking Creativity podcast. If you liked it, check out the full episode with Erik Kruger where he talks about the lessons we can learn from failure, why you should let your principles guide you, and the importance of creating value for your audience.
82: Erik Kruger on Lessons from Failure, Letting Principles Guide You, and Creating Value for Your Audience
January 17, 2018 13:00 - 1 hour - 45.4 MBErik Kruger is like many of us who became entranced by the idea of lifestyle design. He read Tim Ferriss's Four Hour Workweek and felt the desire to work as few hours as possible so he could "run around and do other things" with all his extra free time. So he tried to build businesses that let him live that lifestyle. His first attempt was a local freelance network, which fizzled out. He also tried to create web directories for physical therapists, gyms, and models, but those never gained ...
[Recap for Episode 81] Ja-Nae Duane on Vulnerability, Staying in Touch with Creativity, and the Power of Mindsets
January 09, 2018 13:00 - 12 minutes - 11.5 MBA recap of episode 81 of the Cracking Creativity podcast. If you liked it, check out the full episode with Ja-Nae Duane where she talks about how vulnerability leads to great work, why you need to stay in touch with your creativity, and why your mindset is so important.
81: Ja-Nae Duane on Vulnerability, Staying in Touch with Creativity, and the Power of Mindsets
December 20, 2017 13:00 - 1 hour - 43.4 MBJa-Nae Duane has worn many creative hats in her career. She started off as an opera singer where she performed at places like The Met and the White House, but soon realized it wasn’t a sustainable career. So she branched out and started working for a social networking company, which was the beginning of her entrepreneurial journey. While working there she realized the major difference between the way men and women approached entrepreneurship. This led her to start a group called Wild Women...
[Recap for Episode 80] Angela Ferrari on Believing in Yourself, Having Fun, and Struggles and Success
November 29, 2017 13:00 - 8 minutes - 8.74 MBA recap of episode 80 of the Cracking Creativity podcast. If you liked it, check out the full episode with Angela Ferrari where she talks about believing in yourself, having fun, and how struggles can lead to success.
80: Angela Ferrari on Believing in Yourself, Having Fun, and Struggles and Success
November 21, 2017 13:00 - 1 hour - 38.3 MBAngela Ferrari has always lived a creative life. When she was young she lived in a rural area where she figured out creative ways to play. She would build tree forts, spray paint plants, and turn her mundane environment into stories. Angela continued that creative streak in college where she studied studio art and painting. After college, she moved to Portland, Maine and started working at a restaurant. While working as a waitress, Angela forged relationships with the restaurant owners and...
[Recap for Episode 79] Henry May on Leaving His Respected Job, Letting Ideas Develop, and Taking Action
November 07, 2017 13:00 - 9 minutes - 8.39 MBA recap of episode 79 of the Cracking Creativity podcast. If you liked it, check out the full episode with Henry May where he talks about why well respected jobs aren’t always right for us, why good ideas take time to develop, and why you need to stop waiting and put your ideas into action.
79: Henry May on Leaving His Respected Job, Letting Ideas Develop, and Taking Action
October 17, 2017 12:00 - 1 hour - 50.4 MBHenry May spent his childhood playing with LEGOs. He loved the outdoors and harmless mischief. He thought his life was pre-ordained. He thought our paths are set for us. This all changed the summer he joined Teach First. The two years he spent here, changed his thoughts on the education system and his role in the world. After his time at Teach First, and a short stint at Procter & Gamble, Henry took a trip to Colombia through Teach Colombia and fell in love with the country. But he also ...
[Recap for Episode 78] Kristen Fagan on the Downside of Perfectionism, the Power of Play, and Following Your Intuition
September 27, 2017 12:00 - 8 minutes - 8.01 MBA recap of episode 78 of the Cracking Creativity podcast. If you liked it, check out the full episode with Kristen Fagan where she talks about letting go of your perfectionism, the power of play, and following your intuition.
78: Kristen Fagan on the Downside of Perfectionism, the Power of Play, and Following Your Intuition
September 19, 2017 12:00 - 1 hour - 40.6 MBKristen Fagan has always been a creator. Even when she was young, she would create coloring book drawings for her younger family members to color in. That creative mindset helped her get a degree and a job doing graphic design. After a few years working in design, her interest in art was reignited. Her job allowed her to work on her art while also working in design, which fueled her interest in paintings and drawing. Her passion for art grew so much that it even led to creating her own pai...
[Recap for Episode 77] David Smooke on Taking Incremental Steps, Community Building, and Unleashing Your Potential
August 31, 2017 12:00 - 5 minutes - 6.23 MBA recap of episode 77 of the Cracking Creativity podcast. If you liked it, check out the full episode with David Smooke where he talks about taking small incremental steps, the importance of community, and why you shouldn’t hold yourself back.
David Smooke on Taking Incremental Steps, Community Building, and Unleashing Your Potential
August 22, 2017 12:00 - 1 hour - 40.7 MBDavid Smooke studied economics and creative writing in university because he liked to write and felt economics had real world applications. He believed these two areas of study would be practical skills to have for his career. After graduating, David got a job as a journalist, but felt his creativity was being stifled. He was given assignments, and was given very little leeway in how he could apply his creativity. So he saved up a few months rent and moved to San Francisco. This turned o...
[Recap for Episode 76] Melissa Dinwiddie on Being Happy, Making Time for Creativity, and Sharing Your Work
August 01, 2017 12:00 - 10 minutes - 8.51 MBA recap of episode 76 of the Cracking Creativity podcast. If you liked it, check out the full episode with Melissa Dinwiddie where she talks about being happy with your self and your work, making time for your goals and creativity, and sharing your work without expectations, among many other things.
76: Melissa Dinwiddie on Being Happy, Making Time for Creativity, and Sharing Your Work
July 25, 2017 13:00 - 1 hour - 51.2 MBMelissa Dinwiddie spent much of her life thinking she wasn't an artist. Even though she loved doing creative things, and her parents encouraged her to become an artist, she still chose to take a different path. She was intimidated by all the people who drew better than her, so she stopped making art for 15 years. Even a stint as a dance student at Julliard, a prestigious performing arts school, didn't convince her to stick with her creative inclinations. Instead, she went to school for cul...
[Recap for Episode 75] Kerry Burki on Listening to Your Younger Self, Learning to Say No, and Shifting Your Mindset
July 11, 2017 13:00 - 6 minutes - 5.49 MBA recap of episode 75 of the Cracking Creativity podcast. If you liked it, check out the full episode with Kerry Burki where she talks about letting your younger self guide you, learning to say no, and shifting your mindset, among many other things.
75: Kerry Burki on Listening to Your Younger Self, Learning to Say No, and Shifting Your Mindset
June 27, 2017 12:00 - 1 hour - 35.3 MBKerry Burki had an idea simmering in her head ever since high school. She wanted to make all women feel beautiful. This idea sat in her head for years before she would finally unleash it. Kerry's story starts like a lot of our stories. We have a kernel of an idea that sits in our heads. Sometimes we act on it, but more often than not, we let it sit. Then, something pushes us to act on it. Kerry's push came twenty years later in the form of her time in Marie Forleo's B School. Kerry was w...
[Replay] Mike Roy on the Common Myths Artist Believe, How to Overcome Those Beliefs, and Finding the Perfect Niche for Your Creative Business
June 20, 2017 12:00 - 1 hour - 54.7 MBThis is a replay of episode 28 with Mike Roy. Mike Roy is an expert on the myths that hold artists back. He has explored, examined, and dissected these ideas, and explains how they hold us back from our true potential. There's a lot we can learn from Mike, so check out our great conversation. --- Mike Roy is the creator of Artist Myth, a site dedicated to helping artists overcome the things that hold them back. In this episode, Mike talks about the common myths artists believe, what peop...
[Recap for Episode 74] Dave Conrey on the Importance of Connection, the Keys to a Creative Business, and Getting Started
June 13, 2017 12:00 - 7 minutes - 5.81 MBA recap of episode 74 of the Cracking Creativity podcast. If you liked it, check out the full episode with Dave Conrey where he talks about the importance of connecting with others, some of his keys to building a creative business, and getting started.
74: Dave Conrey on the Importance of Connection, the Keys to a Creative Business, and Getting Started
June 06, 2017 12:00 - 1 hour - 38.6 MBDave Conrey‘s path to becoming a full-time artist is not a simple one. Growing up, he wasn’t that passionate about art, but over time, and after a series of jobs and ventures, he has finally dedicated himself to the idea. After going to school for art and graphic design, Dave had two separate stints as an art director, but was laid off both times. He also spent time as a author, podcaster, and creator of Fresh Rag, which helped artists sell their work. After years of feeling unfulfilled,...
[Recap for Episode 73] Logan Nickleson on Misunderstandings About Marketing, Finding Your Audience, and Using Psychology to Your Advantage
May 23, 2017 12:00 - 7 minutes - 7.4 MBA recap of episode 73 of the Cracking Creativity podcast. If you liked it, check out the full episode with Logan Nickleson where he why marketing has gotten such a bad rap, the most essential element for finding your audience, and how we can use psychology to our advantage.
73: Logan Nickleson on Misunderstandings About Marketing, Finding Your Audience, and Using Psychology to Your Advantage
May 09, 2017 13:00 - 1 hour - 37.5 MBLogan Nickleson has always had an admiration for the arts. When he was a child he liked to draw and paint. When he was 15-16 years old he started getting into music. And for college, he went into journalism. While in college, Logan saw the changes that were happening in journalism. So he changed his major to advertising. This led to his internship at an advertising agency. His internship turned into a full-time job, where he worked on numerous projects. It was during this time that a rev...
[Replay] Lee Moyer on learning from others, dealing with criticism, and his Kickstarter game
May 02, 2017 12:00 - 1 hour - 57.4 MBThis is a replay of episode 27 with Lee Moyer. If you want an idea of what it's like to build a successful career as an artist and illustrator, look no further than Lee. He has some great advice that's worth re-sharing for those of you who didn't catch it the first time or for those who want to re-listen to Lee's great wisdom. -- Lee Moyer is a polymath and illustrator who has been working for over 35 years. He has worked with book publishers, theaters, and game developers among many oth...
[Recap for Episode 72] Amy Oestreicher on Being a Detourist, Being More Capable Than We Think, and Taking Risks
April 25, 2017 12:00 - 8 minutes - 7.17 MBA recap of episode 72 of the Cracking Creativity podcast. If you liked it, check out the full episode with Amy Oestreicher wheres she talks about being a detourist, being more capable than we think we are, and how our creativity benefits from taking small risks.
72: Amy Oestreicher on Being a Detourist, Being More Capable Than We Think, and Taking Risks
April 18, 2017 12:00 - 1 hour - 30.6 MBAmy Oestreicher thought she had her life all figured out. Ever since she was young, she felt she was born to perform. She was all set to go to college for musical theater when medical complications derailed everything. During her senior year of high school Amy started having stomach pains. When she went into surgery to fix it, her stomach shot out of her body and she went into a coma for months. She spent years and many surgeries in hospitals trying to reach some semblance of normalcy. D...
[Replay] Katy Walker and Joel Mejia on Taking Action, Working with Limitations, and Empowering Others
April 11, 2017 12:00 - 1 hour - 42 MBThis is a replay of episode 26 with Katy Walker and Joel Mejia. Life can sometimes overwhelm us. We get bogged down by all the negative things around us. That's why it was such a pleasure to do an interview with people like Katie and Joel. Their positivity, and inspirational work is something we should all aspire to follow. --- Katy Walker and Joel Mejia are the co-directors of the Time is Art documentary, a film that follow’s Jennifer Palmer’s journey after her aunt’s death and her expl...
[Recap for Episode 71] Cassia Cogger on Being Open to New Ideas, Avoiding Complacency, Being Consistent, and the Art of Simplification
April 04, 2017 12:00 - 7 minutes - 5.93 MBA recap of episode 71 of the Cracking Creativity podcast. If you liked it, check out the full episode with Cassia Cogger wheres he talks about why we need to be open to new ideas, the importance of avoiding complacency and being consistent, and the art of simplification, among many other things.
71: Cassia Cogger on Being Open to New Ideas, Avoiding Complacency, Being Consistent, and the Art of Simplification
March 28, 2017 12:00 - 1 hour - 37.3 MBCassia Cogger has created art ever since she was young. In middle school she won a national contest for a laundry detergent brand. And unlike most artists, she began selling her art early in life. After college, Cassia abandoned her artistic pursuits and got a job as an editor at a trade magazine. It was during this time that Cassia realized she wanted to become a full-time artist. So she picked up a few odd jobs to support her painting business. Before her daughter was born, Cassia was ...
[Recap for Episode 70] Kent Sanders on Taking Breaks, the Obstacles That Hold Us Back, and Changing Our Money Mentality
March 22, 2017 12:00 - 8 minutes - 6.49 MBA recap of episode 70 of the Cracking Creativity podcast. If you liked it, check out the full episode with Kent Sanders where he talks about why breaks are important, some of the biggest things holding us back, and changing our mindsets about money.
70: Kent Sanders on Taking Breaks, the Obstacles That Hold Us Back, and Changing Our Money Mentality
March 14, 2017 12:00 - 1 hour - 32.6 MBKent Sanders has lived a life full of creativity ever since he was young, but it never occurred to him that he could make a living from his creativity. When Kent was young, he separated his love of creativity from his love of religion. It never occurred to him that he could combine those two interests. After working in the ministry for a few years, he decided he wanted to go back to school to teach. He wanted to challenge himself by doing something new. While finishing up his master’s de...