Beste Creative Pep Talk Podcasts (2025)

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495 - 3 Steps To Get Un-Lost As A Creative 46:24

2d ago46:24

46:24

Are you in survival mode? Do you feel like something is failing, broken, wrong? In this episode I talk through 3 things that help me when I'm feeling lost on the Creative Journey. Join our next Virtual Pep Rally by supporting on Substack or Patreon! andyjpizza.substack.com https://www.patreon.com/c/creativepeptalk SHOW NOTES: Co-Writing / Editing: …

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494 - The Paradoxical Key for Creative Habits, Career Path Models & More 1:05:54

9d ago1:05:54

1:05:54

Join our January Virtual Pep Rally by supporting on Substack or Patreon! andyjpizza.substack.com https://www.patreon.com/c/creativepeptalk Special edition of Ask Dr. Pizza! Mega creative, long time listener Jen Kwok asks Andy questions around navigating transitions, parenting as a creative, getting stuff done and the key to keep longer projects int…

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493 - Grief, Creativity, and Re-finding Your Magic with Rebecca Green 1:08:19

16d ago1:08:19

1:08:19

Join our January Virtual Pep Rally by supporting on Substack or Patreon! andyjpizza.substack.com https://www.patreon.com/c/creativepeptalk Has an unexpected life event ever derailed your creative journey? When I reached out to illustrator Rebecca Green to join me on the podcast for the second time, she graciously volunteered to speak about a traged…

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492 - 7 Steps I'd Take If I Was Starting My Creative Practice From Scratch in 2025 31:47

23d ago31:47

31:47

Join our January Virtual Pep Rally by supporting on Substack or Patreon! andyjpizza.substack.com https://www.patreon.com/c/creativepeptalk Things change fast these days. If I started my creative practice in 2025 I would do things very differently than when I started out over 15 years ago. Tune into this episode to hear the 7 sequential steps I woul…

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491 - Determining Your Current Creative Stage and Shifting Focus with Illustrator Chris Piascik 53:10

30d ago53:10

53:10

What should you focus your creative energy towards right now? It helps to tune into the creative stage you’re currently in. Today on the show we chat with Illustrator Chris Piascik about how he went from a daily drawing practice to shifting gears and focusing on building his YouTube to nearly 100k subscribers. If you’re feeling out of sync with you…

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490 - An Unlock of Motivation in the Face of Chaos on Repeat 28:35

1M ago28:35

28:35

If you’re struggling to find motivation in the face of bad habits and bad news, this episode is for you. Repeat episodes of burn out, procrastination or lack of progress can wear you down, so if you’re looking for a fresh perspective, check this episode out! THIS EPISODE IS INSPIRED BY MY LOVE OF THE SHOW SEVERANCE, BUT CONTAINS NO SPOILERS! Join o…

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489 - How to Make Your Work More Personal with Comedian Alice Fraser 1:12:45

1M ago1:12:45

1:12:45

Andy sits down to have a joint podcast episode with master storyteller and comedian Alice Fraser for both of their podcasts. In this episode we explore: - Making work that’s more personal and meaningful - The things to consider when sharing elements of your personal life in your work - Being a parent when you have a creative practice - Navigating t…

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488 - Frozen During Slow Times? How to Activate Self Starter Energy 37:50

2M ago37:50

37:50

Freeze up during slow times? Waiting for a BIG IDEA to get started? Overwhelmed by the blank page? In this episode, we explore how to tap into your effortless creativity and get yourself to start TODAY. Join our January Virtual Pep Rally by supporting on Substack or Patreon! andyjpizza.substack.com https://www.patreon.com/c/creativepeptalk SHOW NOT…

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487 - Apathetic About Goals? Uncover A Different Source of "Infinite" Motivation 39:05

2M ago39:05

39:05

If you’re struggling to create goals that feel motivating, this episode is for you! Goals have their place, but sometimes we need to tap into a more renewable motivation. In this episode I share a shift that freaking changed the game for me! For real! Hope you get the same boost from this that I did! Join our January Virtual Pep Rally by supporting…

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486 - How to Transform Your Frustrations into Fertilizer in 2025 38:47

2M ago38:47

38:47

Join our January Virtual Pep Rally by supporting on Substack or Patreon! andyjpizza.substack.com https://www.patreon.com/c/creativepeptalk --- If you’re struggling to find an exciting vision for your creative future this new year, this episode is for you. This is episode one of “The Grounding Series”. While others may be shooting for the sky this J…

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485 - A 3 Question Year-End Reflection to Awaken Your Creative Spirit 53:40

2M ago53:40

53:40

Prompts for reflection, intention and hope with Andy J. Pizza and Sophie Miller. Step back from the holiday hustle, consider your 2024 year of creativity and look forward into the year to come. In this fun Christmas Carol themed episode (not too Christmassy so don’t let that put you off!) we are visited by 3 Ghosts: Past, Present and Future. Each C…

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484 - Creativity vs Discipline: Finding Balance Between these Oppositional Forces with Andy J. Pizza 1:36:16

3M ago1:36:16

1:36:16

10 Years of the Creative Pep Talk Podcast. Can you believe it? In this episode the tables get turned! Bestselling Author Katherine May interviews Andy J. Pizza about this ten year journey of a creative project. In this vulnerable behind the scenes chat we cover: How to unlock the creative discipline to keep showing up in your creative practice even…

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483 - Artist Case Study: The Niche Shortcut with Olivia Rafferty 1:15:17

3M ago1:15:17

1:15:17

How do you find a creative niche? It's become a Creative Pep Talk classic cliche! In this Artist Case Study episode we talk through the creative journey of Scottish Singer-Songwriter, Olivia Rafferty. Olivia is such a great example of an artist who has found a novel way to cut through the noise by stepping out of her industry and dipping into anoth…

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482 - The Key Ingredient for Maximizing Discoverability 38:05

3M ago38:05

38:05

Episode 4/4 of The Journey of The True Fan Series How do you find an audience for your work? Does it feel like you're sat quietly with your fishing rod, just waiting patiently for something to bite? Have you really considered what you're hoping to catch and how best to get its attention? In this episode we explore the DISCOVERY of the 3 part plan: …

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481 - Get Lost and Found in Your Work, With Sarah Walsh 1:45:44

3M ago1:45:44

1:45:44

How can you take ownership of your creativity and quit waiting for someone to tell you what to do and how to do it? In this episode we discuss staying true to your younger self, taking charge of your path, leaning into that unicorn energy and holding onto the goofiness. Collaborative art by Andy J Pizza and Sarah Walsh. See instagram post for all p…

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480 - Creating Wonder Rituals, with Katherine May 1:15:57

4M ago1:15:57

1:15:57

Sometimes the most simple act of presence can lead us from exhaustion, to recovery and back onto the path towards inspiration. Katherine May, author of The Electricity of Every Living Thing and Wintering joins us to talk about the inspiration behind her newest book Enchantment. In this episode we discuss the fog, the magic, the journey, and how we …

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479 - The Easily Missed Key to Building Critical Mass 47:25

4M ago47:25

47:25

This is episode 3 of 4 in our Journey of The True Fan Series What’s the difference between a band whose music you love and a band t-shirt you’re proud to wear in public? In this episode we discuss a make-or-break element that is easy-to-miss. This piece transforms casual consumers into active ambassadors of your creative work, and yet it’s somethin…

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478 - Make Your Art an Invitation with Brad & Kristi Montague 1:16:14

4M ago1:16:14

1:16:14

What if your art was an invitation rather than a gift? What if this was an invite to a party that celebrated failures? A FAIL-A-BRATION!? What happens when we share our wins AND losses, happy accidents AND miserable mishaps? In this fun and inspiring chat with Brad and Kristi Montague, we discuss the origins and inspiration behind their newest pict…

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477 - How to Improvise Your Way to a Plan, With Michael Dante DiMartino 1:10:20

4M ago1:10:20

1:10:20

When working on a project, do you carefully plot or fly by the seat of your pants? How do you switch gears between different projects or even different mediums? This episode is a conversation with Michael Dante DiMartino, the writer, producer and co-creator of the animated series 'Avatar: The Last Airbender' and 'Legend of Korra'. We discuss flippi…

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476 - Craft What You're Selling & the Perfect “Button” to Sell It 47:19

4M ago47:19

47:19

How many people do you need to connect with to financially make or break your creative career? 1? 10? 100? 1000? In this episode we explore how you can figure out what it is that you're selling, so that trying to keep the lights on doesn't take all your creative energy. Part 2/4 of the Journey of the True Fan Series. Part 1 is episode 473 of Creati…

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475 - The Anatomy of Storytelling and Where to Start, With Brian McDonald 1:09:09

5M ago1:09:09

1:09:09

Why do we tell stories? What is my story? How and where do I even start? This episode is a conversation with award-winning screenwriter, director and author Brian McDonald about the why, what and how of telling stories. We dive deep into the process of finding substance, building structure and connecting with others. ---------------- Show Notes ---…

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474 - The Obstacle is the SwagWAY, with Julian Glander 1:21:32

5M ago1:21:32

1:21:32

How to step by step your way to a big goal, glide around obstacles and combine multiple mediums/passions into your masterpiece. This episode is an interview with 3D artist Julian Glander. We discuss his new full length animated feature film and the journey he took to get there. SHOW NOTES: Co-Writing / Editing: Sophie Miller sophiemiller.co Audio E…

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473 - The 3 Steps from Strangers to True Fans 47:47

5M ago47:47

47:47

Why aren’t more people discovering and embracing your work? It must not be good enough, right? You’ve heard it a billion times: Just do the work. But what if obsessively overthinking and over-tinkering is just as dangerous of a distraction as procrastination? What would it look like if you redirected some of your focus away from micro-creative impr…

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472 - The Tug-Of-War Between Making Your Art And Sharing It With The World, With Gallant 1:31:45

5M ago1:31:45

1:31:45

When approaching creative projects- how do you express yourself, challenge yourself and be true to yourself? This episode is an interview with Grammy nominated musician Gallant. From the relatable moment when he snapped, to the joyful moment it all clicked, Gallant walks us through his creative process from intuitive mood-boards to finding the flow…

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Creative Pep Talk Presents: Adobe Express’ “In The Making” Making Magic Happen with Vanessa Rivera 23:55

6M ago23:55

23:55

Check out Adobe Express' "In the Making" Podcast" here: https://link.chtbl.com/ZNKQZa97 In the Making - from Adobe Express - kicks off season two with Teresa Au interviewing Vanessa Rivera of The Life of AIVAX about her whimsical Photoshop art and how she balances a time-consuming creative career with a family as a working mom. Vanessa talks about …

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Creative Pep Talk

Andy J. Pizza

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495 - 3 Steps To Get Un-Lost As A Creative 46:24

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494 - The Paradoxical Key for Creative Habits, Career Path Models & More 1:05:54

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493 - Grief, Creativity, and Re-finding Your Magic with Rebecca Green 1:08:19

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492 - 7 Steps I'd Take If I Was Starting My Creative Practice From Scratch in 2025 31:47

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491 - Determining Your Current Creative Stage and Shifting Focus with Illustrator Chris Piascik 53:10

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490 - An Unlock of Motivation in the Face of Chaos on Repeat 28:35

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489 - How to Make Your Work More Personal with Comedian Alice Fraser 1:12:45

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488 - Frozen During Slow Times? How to Activate Self Starter Energy 37:50

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487 - Apathetic About Goals? Uncover A Different Source of "Infinite" Motivation 39:05

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486 - How to Transform Your Frustrations into Fertilizer in 2025 38:47

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485 - A 3 Question Year-End Reflection to Awaken Your Creative Spirit 53:40

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484 - Creativity vs Discipline: Finding Balance Between these Oppositional Forces with Andy J. Pizza 1:36:16

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483 - Artist Case Study: The Niche Shortcut with Olivia Rafferty 1:15:17

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482 - The Key Ingredient for Maximizing Discoverability 38:05

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481 - Get Lost and Found in Your Work, With Sarah Walsh 1:45:44

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480 - Creating Wonder Rituals, with Katherine May 1:15:57

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479 - The Easily Missed Key to Building Critical Mass 47:25

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478 - Make Your Art an Invitation with Brad & Kristi Montague 1:16:14

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477 - How to Improvise Your Way to a Plan, With Michael Dante DiMartino 1:10:20

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476 - Craft What You're Selling & the Perfect “Button” to Sell It 47:19

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475 - The Anatomy of Storytelling and Where to Start, With Brian McDonald 1:09:09

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474 - The Obstacle is the SwagWAY, with Julian Glander 1:21:32

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473 - The 3 Steps from Strangers to True Fans 47:47

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472 - The Tug-Of-War Between Making Your Art And Sharing It With The World, With Gallant 1:31:45

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Creative Pep Talk Presents: Adobe Express’ “In The Making” Making Magic Happen with Vanessa Rivera 23:55

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