Recent Episodes
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Sept. 1, 2026
571 - How to Escape Creative Paralysis According to Studies, Science and Real Life Stories with David Epstein
Too many options got you stuck? Are your ideas not connecting? Do you need a prompt to kickstart your energy and action? This episode is for you! This is a chat with #1 New York Times Bestselling author David Epstein about his phenomenal new book “Inside the Box” - absolutely loved this book. One of my all time favorite books on creativity and this conversation matched the experience! SHOW NOTES: David Epstein https://davidepstein.com Inside the Box https://davidepstein.com/inside-the-box/
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Aug. 25, 2026
570 - The 3 Part Process I Use to Actually Get Creative Stuff Done
Listen if: 1 - You can’t figure out why you can’t get stuff done. 2 - You sometimes finish things and other times not so much and don’t know why. 3 - You need a fresh method for motivating yourself and following through! SHOW NOTES: Interest Based Nervous System https://neurodivergentinsights.com/working-with-your-interest-based-nervous-system/?srsltid=AfmBOor-o8P_HzyEC6-fOzHpvwaOdz4Q55LbMoQWi7XcnAzmv9NW0jjl Producer / Editor: Sophie Miller http://sophiemiller.co Audio Editing / Sound Design
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Aug. 18, 2026
569 - Making Things Happen, Create on Command, Changing Direction with Asher Perlman
Has going with the flow taken you somewhere you no longer want to be? Are you sick of waiting for good ideas to show up? If you need inspiration to regain control of your creativity, this conversation with Emmy-nominated, WGA Award-winning, Peabody Award-winning comedian, writer, cartoonist, and best-selling author Asher Perlman is for you! SHOW NOTES: Asher Perlman https://ashermaxperlman.com Producer / Editor: Sophie Miller http://sophiemiller.co Audio Editing / Sound Design: Conner Jones h
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Aug. 11, 2026
568 - Make Finishing Strong Fun, Where to Find Ideas & Create an Influence Shelf w Sophie Blackall
This episode is for you if: 1 - You are struggling to finish creative projects. 2 - You don’t know where to find ideas. 3 - You are sick of waiting for opportunities to come your way. 4 - You need a fun actionable prompt to define your influences in a new way. This is a chat with legendary author illustrator Sophie Blackall! Sophie is a 2 time Caldecott Medalist and makes super gorgeous books! SHOW NOTES: Sophie Blackall https://www.sophieblackall.com Story Rug https://www.hachettebookgrou
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Aug. 4, 2026
567 - Find What to Focus On Next with These Frameworks
If you don’t know what side quest to focus on next… Or You feel conflicted about where to channel your energy… Or You can’t seem to start or finish your next project… This episode is for you! I explore 4 - 6 frameworks for organizing your ideas and selecting which one to take action on. This is a “CPT UNPLUGGED” episode, which means there’s no music or edits, it’s a yap session exploring where I am at right now and what’s helping me navigate this moment. Hope it helps you as much as it h
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July 28, 2026
566 - Creative Strategy: Less Social Media, Income Streams & 3 Essentials
Is Social Media Driving you crazy? Do you feel like your creative practice is off balance? Do you need to rethink your creative strategy or embrace strategic thinking for the first time? If any of those ring true, this episode is for you! This episode is me being interviewed by Amelia Hruby on her podcast Off the Grid Off the Grid is for creatives trying to succeed without social media - and I had such a blast and we talked about so many interesting things I decided to share it here! We ta