Amie and I discuss why art matters now, how vulnerability keeps us human amid AI perfection, and why making “shitty art” can be a brave creative act.
SUMMIT TOP 5: Jay Clouse on Creatives & Creators, The Future of Entertainment?
In this conversation, Jay and I talk about what it means to create value, why your platform choice matters, and sharing the imperfect parts of the process.
SUMMIT TOP 5: Kylee Peña on Creativity In the Age of AI
Kylee and I dive into the real concerns many of us have about AI—and she offers a grounded, honest, and surprisingly optimistic take on what’s next.
SUMMIT TOP 5: Ted Hope on Navigating the Future of Entertainment
Ted and I explore where storytelling is headed in the age of the creator economy, and what it means for filmmakers trying to do meaningful work.
Navigating the Future of Entertainment | with Zack Arnold
Debby and I share a sneak peek of the live summit event that will help creatives confidently navigate their careers during uncertain times.
From Five Emmys to Trader Joe’s: The Realities of Working In Hollywood In 2025 | with Mark Keefer
Mark and I have a candid conversation about staying resilient, creative, and humble when your creative identity no longer pays the bills.
What It Really Takes For Creatives to Become Successful Content Creators | with Sven Pape
Sven and I dive into Hollywood, content creation, online education, and how to stay afloat in business—even during economic downturns.
On Vulnerability and the Courageous Act of Creating From a Place of Truth | with Allison Sweet Grant
Allison’s novel began as a personal healing, revealing how creativity demands vulnerability but empowers sensitive and introverts with unexpected courage.
Mastering the Art of Doing Scary (and Often Hilarious) Shit | with Paul Beckman
Paul and I go way beyond the standard career talk. We dig into what it really means to take risks, not just on screen but in real life.
Turning Adversity Into Opportunity and Suffering Into Purpose (a Superhero’s Perspective) | with Aaron Welty
Aaron and I discuss the “terrible privilege” of his disability and how rewriting your narrative helps push through life’s adversities.
How We are “Wired to Create”, What It Means to Be a “Creative”, and How We Can Leverage Our Unique Gifts | with Scott Barry Kaufman
Scott and I make the case that creativity is a way of being—one that thrives when we let go of the fear of judgment and embrace the parts of ourselves we’ve been told don’t fit the mold.
Why the Relentless Pursuit of Optimization Is a Journey to Nowhere | with Zack Arnold
In today’s episode, my podcast producer and fellow coach Debby Germino and I peel back the curtain on why we decided to rebrand the show, what’s shifting behind the scenes, and what we’re hoping to create moving forward—not just for ourselves, but for you.
How to Pivot, Adapt, and Keep Going (Your Creative Career Isn’t Over) | with Lydia Hurlbut
Lydia and I explore how to manage the emotional toll of career shifts, identify the transferable skills you might be overlooking, and find your center amidst the uncertainty.
From Setback to Comeback: Finding Strength in the Hardest Moments | with Bevin Farrand
Bevin and I talk about what it really means to acknowledge grief and uncertainty, why toxic positivity can do more harm than good, and the first steps to take when you feel paralyzed by everything happening around you.
How to Keep Moving Forwards After You’ve Lost Everything | with Christina Rasmussen
Christina shares valuable insight on how to cope when back-to-back losses shake the foundation of our creative lives, leaving us questioning who we are and what’s left to hold onto.