Creativity is valued in many areas of life. Whether you’re writing a book, starting a business, or writing a script about a cheese shop, being able to think outside the box and come up with new solutions is a vital skill. But how do you get better at the
Read MoreRemember your favorite episode of Derailed Trains of Thought? Yeah–that one. It was about…I mean, there was a funny What If? and…yeah, a great discussion about books…or something. Have you ever found yourself forgetting the details of your favorite
Read MoreIt’s Christmas, a time for giving and receiving presents. And, contrary to popular belief, not all gifts come from Amazon. In fact, the very act of creativity can be a gift. At least, that’s what hosts Timothy Deal and Nick Hayden suggest in this episode’
Read MoreA blank page is a frightening thing. It represents limitless possibilities. But once a genre is chosen, or a point of view, or a character, or anything, suddenly there is direction. There are now limited possibilities. And that is a freeing thing. Limitat
Read MoreSo, you’ve created something. Great job. Don’t you know that someone else has already done it better and that you’re a sorry excuse for an artist and that you’ll never compare with the greats out there? Truth is “creatives” always compare themselves to ot
Read MoreRemember back in January when you made that resolution? Yeah, that one. How’s that going for you? If you’re like most people, you’ve either given up on it or decided not to make one at all. Still, most of us would like to make goals that we follow through
Read MoreToday we’re excited to bring you a special interview with Christopher Getman, also known as Mazedude, a musician and remixer (and creator of many of Nick’s favorite OCRemix songs). We talk the creative process and his new Kickstarter album American Pixels
Read MoreWriter’s Block. You’ve had it. I’ve had it. Everyone’s had it, except possibly Isaac Asimov. The solution, of course, is to just start writing, but that’s like saying the best way to find patience is to wait for it. So, can podcast hosts Timothy Deal and
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