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The podcast has received rave reviews from listeners who appreciate its motivational and inspiring content. Reviewers describe the podcast as "helpful," "inspiring," and "warm," commending its ability to provide practical advice and uplift listeners. The podcast's unique format, featuring relatable analogies and deep-dish advice, has resonated particularly well with both creative professionals and non-creative individuals seeking motivation and inspiration.
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Best creative podcast ever
Since I discovered this podcast Andy has become my main creative mentor and inspiration. The level of positivity, deep insight and storytelling Andy puts in each show is really mindblowing. Love it so much.
- Phesce1462311!!
- April 21, 2021
So entertaining and inspiring!
I always enjoy listening to this podcast! Even when the info. doesn't apply to my situation, I still feel pepped after listening!
- mgdoodlestudio
- March 24, 2021
Wish I started listening to CPT a long time ago
GREAT podcast for those trying to find their way in the creative world. It’s truly changed the way I think and opened up my mind to different possibilities. Dare I say life changing? I dare.
- AppalachianC8
- March 18, 2021
So inspiring!
Andy has a generous heart and a deep understanding of the creative mind. He’s full of enthusiasm and wisdom, and every time I listen to this podcast, I leave knowing that the world is full of infinite possibilities. So happy a friend recommended this podcast to me!
Thanks Andy!!
- Jessica_Toronto
- March 1, 2021
Awesome
Essential pandemic listening for creatives. Funny, comforting and relatable. Andy is a great host!
- Davemhdavemh
- Feb. 24, 2021
- Joebobski22
- Feb. 21, 2021
Where are these episodes?
I was really enjoying your series on building a creative career, but now the episodes are missing? Is this an issue with apple podcast? Or have they just been removed? I like the podcast, but would have preferred to finish the creative career series before moving into other episodes.
- ctpfresh
- Feb. 21, 2021
I love Andy J!!
Thank you Andy for always being positive when I am ready to give up on my dream! I am so grateful to have found your show! I have been listening for over a year and have learned so much to help my inner artist grow and thrive!
- Veryfunkydad
- Feb. 20, 2021
Best Motivation ever!
Please listen to this Podcast guys! I started listening to Andy Pizza last year 2020, when the whole COVID situation just started and I decided to change my life.
This is an amazing podcast, Andy is not only very funny (every episode he makes me laugh), but he’s so smart, he interviews also a lot of inspiring people and has very interesting and deep topics every time!
Im an artist who decided to finally stop being afraid and follow my dream of being a children Illustrator. Andy motivated me hugely and I worked on my portfolio! I created side quests for my self and reached out to art agencies finally this year! I got an amazing response and that made me so proud of my self.
Thank you Andy! you are a great inspiration, not only your art is amazing but everything you bring in!
My favorite podcast for sure!
- BecaCubillo
- Feb. 19, 2021
My Favourite Podcast
I have been listening to The Creative Pep Talk for a few years now. It is hands down my favourite podcast. Andy J Pizza's personality is infectious. He always puts a smile on my face and makes me laugh. His knowledge of creative motivaton is extremely powerful. His insights and advice have changed my outlook on my creative life. I also highly recommend checking out his calsses on Skillshare, they helped me find my style. So happy you are in the world Andy! Keep up the good work. x
- GG Illustration
- Feb. 13, 2021
Inspiring, insightful, funny and practical
If you are trying to make a living with your creative work this podcast will make you feel less alone, motivate you, give you practical business advice and you will feel like you are listening to a friend
- Peppy fan
- Feb. 10, 2021
Inspiring
Love this podcast! Rich in content and takeaways. Perfect for starting or refining a creative career!
- zoechatelier
- Feb. 8, 2021
such a validating tool!
this has been such a validating and important experience so far. it's been really nice to hear artists articulate and talk about the artist experience. i feel like a lot of the information here can really pertain to so many aspects of life and it's felt very empowering!
so, thanks Andy and thanks to all of the artists that have contributed to the experience.
- Abe Von Autumn
- Jan. 20, 2021
Awesome podcast with so much wisdom
Wonderful gems of wisdom and insight for your creative life. Found this so helpful and fun! I’ve been listening for years, and every week is new and exciting. If you’re a creative, this is a must-listen-to podcast.
- Craftyjoe
- Jan. 15, 2021
- RAGG_Des
- Jan. 13, 2021
A light in the darkness!!
Thanks so much for this great podcast, I’m a songwriter who is fumbling around in the dark, creating, but without any direction or plan to get myself out there, with Andy I feel I have a mentor and a cheerleader, thanks Andy, you’ve got me pepped up😎
- rcash28
- Jan. 12, 2021
Wait, what the what?!
How have I only just NOW heard of this podcast? I found Andy through Skillshare and just loved his approach to being creative and this podcast has blown me away! Completely inspiring me to dive deep into my own creative process, a binge worthy podcast for anyone looking to up their creative game whatever medium that might be! 10 outta 10 would recommend.
- Restless Rachel
- Dec. 28, 2020
At first I though: “this guy’s voice is kinda weird”
The Creative Pep Talk Podcast has changed my life.
My personal creative focus is in music, as an artist and also a mastering engineer. But the Creative Pep Talk is still extremely relavent to my work and life.
At first I though: “this guy’s voice is kinda weird” but before I finished listening to my first episode I was like “this guy is a genius!”
I’ve been listening since mid 2017, every week. I’m always sad when he takes a week off, but I try to understand.
I’m so thankful and impressed with Andy’s continuous devotion to the Podcast and the amount of value and experience he generously gives us each week.
He’s extremely genuine and has loads of great tips and advice, and pep! About creative work but also for life in general.
One time I skipped the part where he was talking about one of the sponsors for the show, but then was like “what if I missed a joke or something?” So I went back and listened through it, and sure enough! Andy has such a fun and inviting personality, I’ve never skipped him talking about the sponsors again. Because even during the most boring part of the episodes he is still engaging.
I have learned so much from Andy, both about life and about the creative process and also how those things come together!
I recommend The Creative Pep Talk to anyone and everyone. Especially if you are like me and think that his voice is a little too weird. Because he may just change your life.
- YoyoBob1
- Dec. 17, 2020
- ja22$
- Dec. 14, 2020
LOVE LOVE LOVE
Andy is a beyond-talented host + interviewer creating such rich tools and advice for emerging + established creatives.His broad range of guests make for a weekly must-listen!
- Lexi O'Neill
- Dec. 9, 2020
Now Living the Creative Life I've Always Wanted
I started listening to the Creative Pep Talk Podcast while in a non-creative job/industry that I was not enjoying. For a while, I saw no end in sight. Then I started listening to the Creative Pep Talk Podcast. Listening to Andy gave me the motivation (some might say PEP) to stop making excuses and change my stars. Because of Andy, I began making personal work, which rolled into freelance gigs, and now a fulltime job. I stopped worrying about working in a "specific style" and began just having fun to see where it'll take me. I'm now a full-time graphic designer and illustrator at a non-profit, and doing tons of illustration work on the side. Since I began listening to Andy, I've created murals, been commissioned for editorial illustration, and have even had my work published in an ACTUAL PICTURE BOOK (dream = realized). Andy and the Creative Pep Talk Podcast has literally helped me live the creative life I've always wanted and I could not be more thankful. Thanks Andy!
- Lindsay Hill(lustrations)
- Dec. 9, 2020
This is the goods!
I can’t remember how I stumbled upon this podcast earlier this year, but I have been hooked. It has been so helpful for me, particularly this year as I’ve gone on a journey of changing my path and deciding to pursue my dream of becoming a film/game composer. Thanks Andy for regularly pepping me up!
- perpetualwonder
- Dec. 8, 2020
An Incredible Resource
Each episode contains an incredible amount of wisdom, resources, and smiles. If you’re a creative, do yourself a favour and have a listen to this wonderful podcast.
- Brenrobinsn
- Dec. 6, 2020
My morning motivation! MUST LISTEN FOR ALL CREATIVES :)
This podcast is needed in the creative community!! I have been listening to an episode most mornings and it has made all the difference in motivating me and making me believe that my goals are 100% achievable. Thank you Andy!
- Marmar221188
- Nov. 28, 2020
You’ll laugh, you’ll cry, and you’ll be freaking jazzed out of your mind!
No matter what stage you are in, The Creative Pep Talk Podcast is seriously the answer! I’m completely converted. I began listening to the podcast a year ago in hopes to find some direction. I knew that creativity was a strength of mine but I didn’t really know where to go from there. The advice Andy has given has been so deeply personal and applicable. I have never felt more confident or assured that my trajectory is the right one. I am starting my application for culinary school and I’ve never felt more excited or secure. I have Andy 100% to thank for it. Thank you, Andy, and the Creative Pep Talk Podcast!
- RPH rated
- Nov. 24, 2020
297 Why Creatives Are Struggling
Andy, I’ve been listening to you for over a year now, and your insights and inspiration for creatives is so helpful to me. I am looking to enjoy a creative career as my third and final occupation once I retire from education. I do not hold an art degree, but through your podcast I realize I have always been part of the arts: whether singing to the top of my lungs in a choir, acting in a school play, scrapbooking, or now diving deep into watercolor, art has always been my sanity. I’ve listened to you encourage creatives to pursue their dreams and that it is possible to earn a living. Happily, I won’t need to rely on selling art to fund my retirement, but I am hopeful that I can earn enough for extra cash to pay for art supplies and materials. This episode made me sad, but it also underscored what I have believed deep down... to make it in the arts does require a lot of being in the right place at the right time. The thing is...it’s also true that thriving also involves tenacity and showing up. Relying on Social Media alone will never pay the bills. As you have said over and over again, relationships, finding your tribe, and being brave enough to put yourself out there is really what gets the job done. Thanks for always keeping the main thing the main thing. I hope to be a spark in my community to promote and support the arts so that those who want a career will see all the possibilities.
- boneygirl
- Nov. 20, 2020
- BOMBOY182@gamecenter
- Nov. 20, 2020
TRANSFORMATIONAL
I am so grateful that I found my way to this podcast. Andy and I have different mediums and different ways of being, but his insights and encouragement and tools have absolutely transformed my creative life. Thank you so very much for what you’re sharing with us, Andy!
- FullyFaceted
- Nov. 12, 2020
Favourite creative podcast!
Hi Dr Pizza! My MA tutor recommended your podcast and I am so glad that he did! This is my favourite podcast ever, I’ve searched and listened to a lot and they all seem to lack the creative joyful energy that you give. So much wisdom for creativity and life that I’ve applied and it’s gotten me through some difficult blocks in my life. Thank you for creating this podcast and being you Andy J PIZZA!
From Ben
- Benjaminsept
- Nov. 8, 2020
Perfect timing!
Thanks A. J. For taking the energy and time to share your wealth of knowledge and experience with all of us out here trying to make it. Finally I feel like I have direction to move off the start line. You are awesome and found your calling. Thanks!!!
- MWR Designs
- Nov. 5, 2020