Chris Bouck joins the show from Denver in this episode to explore the creative process and the power of art to help people feel understood.

The conversation ranges from early influences like “Frankenstein” and childhood books to poetry, liminal imagery, and how music and literature shape the way we experience emotion. Chris shares insights into his creative process, the role of solitude and discipline in making art, and why juxtaposition and duality show up so often in the work that inspires him.

The discussion also explores deeper questions about modern life: how technology affects our ability to feel truly “seen,” why people return to certain books throughout their lives, and how artists today respond to the emotional landscape of the present moment.

If you're interested in creativity, storytelling, and the psychology behind great art, this episode offers an honest and thoughtful conversation about what it means to create and connect.

Guest: Chris Bouck

Host: Rich Hebron

Producer: Assi Hann