Juliette Fogra is a Brooklyn based illustrator, designer, and maker of fine art. Her artwork is inexplicably profound and strikes a very raw chord with me. She’s one of those people who make art that stares back at you. In this conversation we discuss what it takes to actually be an “Artist”, the nature of art, life as art, and we confront many orthodox maxims around creativity in thoughtfully circuitous and reflective ways. Follow Juliette on Instagram.  Check out her website. 

Jax Delisle is a diverse creative, a media entrepreneur, and advocate for small business. She lives in my hometown of Hinton, Alberta, as the head of her company, ‘JD Consulting’. She’s also the writer of a well-known recipe blog called “Cooking with Jax” and her recipes have gone viral. We sat down in my studio to discuss marketing and creative work through the lens of a small town, the pitfalls, strengths, and challenges. She shares her experience as a professional in the social media stratosphere and gives tips on how to grow your brand. Follow Jax on Instagram here.

Halee Pierog is a very fine actor currently based in my own small town of Edson, Alberta. She’s not only been cast in the lead role for my upcoming music video (“Her Smile”), she has immense talent and diverse experience in both theatre and short film. I found this conversation to be equal parts fascinating and refreshing. We not only talk about the art of acting, channeling emotions, being an introvert, but also about being an actor in Alberta, and all the challenges that come with it. Acting is a difficult career path. I love Halee’s perspective and the honesty she brings to this conversation. Follow Halee on Instagram, here. This episode was recorded on May 25th, 2021.

Eric Myers is a New York-based literary agent who has had a long vibrant career in not only books, but film. He has been representing authors for over a decade, but prior to that he worked behind-the-scenes as a publicist for many well-known films including Julie & Julia, Zoolander, Shaft, Fatal Attraction, Regarding Henry, and more. He is also the author of three art-deco books published by St. Martin’s Press. As a literary agent, he represents award winners, thrillers, memoirs, young adult fiction, and as a person, his integrity, charm, and style are rarely matched. We talk about his story, the importance of history, what his interactions with authors are like, his literary agent pet peeves, and much more. Learn more about Eric at his website here. This episode was recorded on May 10th, 2021.

Tammy Peterson is an artist based in Ontario well known as the beloved wife of Jordan B. Peterson, a man who is perhaps the western world’s most influential intellectual of our time. Tammy’s perspective on creativity, sanity, and spirituality is truly insightful and worthy of note. We ruminate on the difference between wanting and needing to make art, on raising children and balancing life around your passion, the role of humility, gratitude, and beauty, and what her recent brush with death has taught her. Follow Tammy Peterson on Instagram here. This episode was recorded on April 18th, 2021.

Ben Wallace is a professional marketer from the UK who works for both Mikhaila and Jordan Peterson—two very well-known public figures. He is also a podcaster (Ben’s Learning Lounge), an aspiring comedian, and all-around creative guy. We talk about his personal battle with Chronic Fatigue Syndrome and how he managed to still get his Degree at Lancaster despite it, how he stumbled into working for the Petersons, and the overall importance of having a life’s purpose, among many other topics.

Marta Madison is a fashion illustrator from Sydney, Australia, and tomorrow (May 1st) she launches her new book, "Girl Can Draw". We discuss her experience as a successful commissioned artist, the world of bridal fashion, and what she's learned along the way to keep sane. We relate about the importance of good communication and people skills, which often create more opportunities than even an artist's craft. Her advice for artists trying to make a living from their passion is truly thought-provoking.

Nicole Wolf is an illustrator and fine artist based in Calgary, AB. She’s travelled to Syrian refugee camps to live-draw portraits, been tapped by huge clients for character design, mural work, and commercial art, and recently generated an exhibit with journalist Gavin John called “Inside the Fall of CHOP”, which gained international attention. We talk about the pros and cons of working as artists in Alberta, having a real life, whether you need to sacrifice your art career to have a family, and much

Krista Van Iderstine is an ADHD Coach and Occupational Therapist based in Calgary, AB. Even if you don't have ADHD, this is a highly informative episode for creative people. We share our own experience as people with ADHD and talk about the disorder in detail, its biological signature, common myths, and strategies for how to thrive with it.

Meredith Bull is a multifaceted artist whose experience ranges from touring in theatre productions to guest starring on Law & Order, plus voice acting and working alongside George Lucas. She's a musical artist and TikTok phenomenon with millions of views and hundreds of thousands of followers. We talk about TikTok, what it’s like to go viral (multiple times), what she’s learned along the way. She also distills wisdom from her friend and mentor, Hopsin, who is a rap artist whose work I’ve admired for y