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Sept. 9, 2025

Artists vs Entrepreneurs

In an era where artists are subtly coerced into the roles of content creators and market disruptors, the core essence of artistry risks being overshadowed by entrepreneurial ambitions. Modern creative culture often blurs the ...

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Sept. 2, 2025

The Myth of the Music Career

While the myth of sudden discovery and rapid success still tempts many artists, the reality is a system surprisingly young. And yet, one that continues to dominate artists' perceptions of success. The fascinating history of m...

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Aug. 26, 2025

Redefining Rockstar w/ Graham Cochrane

(Rec. 5th March 2025) Some revolutions begin in the mind of someone who never set out to be the loudest in the room. Graham Cochrane’s story is a reminder that the word “rockstar” doesn’t always mean what we were taught it do...

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Aug. 19, 2025

Artists and Money

In a society that often measures success by the weight of its wallets, the true essence of wealth remains elusive. Artistry, frequently labeled as an unprofitable pursuit, challenges this superficial narrative by revealing de...

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Aug. 12, 2025

Artist identity: Hero or Victim?

Understand the critical role that identity plays in an artist's journey and why it should be the foundation of your creative process. This episode explores the pitfalls of neglecting your true self in pursuit of external vali...

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Aug. 5, 2025

What is Emotional Processing?

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May 24, 2025

Backstage Truths: My Artist Business-Unedited (Ft. Chris Prestia)

This episode wasn’t meant for an audience. No script, no mic check, no “audience in mind.” Just a raw Zoom session between me and my weekly business accountability partner Chris Prestia, founder of the Well-Practiced Musician...

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May 13, 2025

What is Martyr Syndrome? An Artist Speaks

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May 7, 2025

Paid vs Free Coaching

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April 29, 2025

Macro vs Micro and the Flow State: An Artist's Perspective

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April 21, 2025

People-Pleasing: An Artist's Perspective

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April 15, 2025

What is Imposter Syndrome: Busting Myths and Building Bridges

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April 8, 2025

What Is an Information Diet and Why Is It Important for an Artist?

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April 1, 2025

Strings Attached: Love and Music—Sustaining Both w/ Kiran Ahluwalia &…

What does it take to sustain both a marriage and a creative partnership—without one overshadowing the other? In this long-awaited conversation, we sit down with Kiran Ahluwalia & Rez Abbasi, a powerhouse couple who have built...

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March 19, 2025

Morning Routines: Ryan Hurst on Movement, Mindset, health-span, music…

Morning routines are everywhere—CEOs, athletes, and high performers swear by them. But musicians? Not so much. In this special guest solocast, Ryan Hurst of GMB Fitness shares his personal morning routine and the mindset behi...

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March 11, 2025

Artistry vs. Craftsmanship: (Why Technique Alone Will Never Make You …

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March 4, 2025

Why Art is Not a Sport

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Feb. 25, 2025

Why Friends Cannot Be Our Coaches: Artists and 'Emotional Labor'

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Feb. 18, 2025

Coaching vs Therapy: A Creative's Perspective

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Feb. 11, 2025

What is an Artist Coach? A Guide for Independent Artists

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Feb. 4, 2025

What is Critical Thinking and Why Artists Need It

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Jan. 28, 2025

Relationship-building, personality development & being a supportive c…

NYC-based Hungarian drummer Ferenc Nemeth is a Grammy-award-winning musician and educator who continues to push the boundaries of jazz drumming, composition and education with his unique approach of self-development and artis...

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Jan. 21, 2025

What is Perfectionism and How Does It Affect Artists?

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Jan. 14, 2025

What Are Limiting Beliefs (And How Do They Affect Artists)?

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