Cashing in on Creativity Podcast

Through the Lens of Passion: David Benjatschek's Photography Career

Photography is more than just capturing images—it's about telling stories, chasing passion, and building something meaningful. In this episode of Cashing in on Creativity, we sit down with David Benjatschek to talk about his life in photography and how a passion behind the camera turned into a creative career.

David shares how he first picked up a camera, the moments that shaped his creative eye, the challenges of turning passion into profession, and the lessons he's learned along the way. Whether you're a photographer, creative entrepreneur, or someone looking to turn a passion into a purpose, this episode offers inspiration, insight, and real-world advice from someone who's lived it.

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About the Cashing in on Creativity Podcast

Welcome to the Cashing in on Creativity Podcast where we take your creative talents and show you how to develop them into business ideas. This podcast blends the arts and imagination with entrepreneurship to show you how others have succeeded in their creative business.

Enjoy the show!

Are you an artist, author, musician, or entrepreneur with talent, experience, or a dream? If so this is the podcast for you. This is a podcast that helps you take that creative talent and offers you ways to turn it into a viable business, product, or service. We show you through the eyes of others how you can take an idea or talent, and make it something that brings you money in over time allowing you to create a business doing something that you love. The show features topics, interviews, and ideas to take your creative talents and turn them into profitable ventures. Want to know how a musician takes their love of music and makes a living? How about learning how a cartoonist created a business because he loves to draw? How did that author write their latest book? How does a jewellery maker, photographer or software maker make money with their passion? The show interviews real people actually making money from their creative crafts hopefully inspiring you to do the same. www.cashinginoncreativitypodcast.com

Happy Holidays from the Cashing In on Creativity Podcast!

Celebrate the season with a special holiday message from the Cashing In on Creativity Podcast! In this festive mini-episode, we look back with gratitude on a year filled with incredible artists, inspiring entrepreneurs, and creative conversations that helped fuel your passion and your business.

Join us as we say thank you to our listeners, supporters, and creative community, and share warm wishes for a joyful, imaginative, and opportunity-filled holiday season. Whether you're sketching, performing, writing, or building your next big idea, we hope this message brings a spark of inspiration into your celebrations.

Happy Holidays, and here's to a bold and creative year ahead!

About the Cashing in on Creativity Podcast

Welcome to the Cashing in on Creativity Podcast where we take your creative talents and show you how to develop them into business ideas. This podcast blends the arts and imagination with entrepreneurship to show you how others have succeeded in their creative business.

Enjoy the show!

Are you an artist, author, musician, or entrepreneur with talent, experience, or a dream? If so this is the podcast for you. This is a podcast that helps you take that creative talent and offers you ways to turn it into a viable business, product, or service. We show you through the eyes of others how you can take an idea or talent, and make it something that brings you money in over time allowing you to create a business doing something that you love. The show features topics, interviews, and ideas to take your creative talents and turn them into profitable ventures. Want to know how a musician takes their love of music and makes a living? How about learning how a cartoonist created a business because he loves to draw? How did that author write their latest book? How does a jewellery maker, photographer or software maker make money with their passion? The show interviews real people actually making money from their creative crafts hopefully inspiring you to do the same. www.cashinginoncreativitypodcast.com

Creative Moments 2025: The Stories That Shaped the Show

Join us on this special Cashing In on Creativity episode as we look back at the talented artists, musicians, authors, and creative entrepreneurs who joined us throughout 2025.

From powerful interviews to unexpected creative insights, we revisit the conversations that inspired listeners all year long. Whether you're building a creative business, exploring a new artistic path, or simply love hearing from passionate creators, this episode brings together the best moments, biggest lessons, and most memorable guests of the year.

Tune in as we celebrate creativity in all its forms—and get energized for an even more innovative year ahead.

Blu Dog Gallery: Location Sponsor

Have you heard of the Blu Dog Gallery? If you're an artist you should be familiar with this Oakville Ontario Based gallery that has the potential to sell your work to the public.

If you are an art lover or collector then this gallery is a great way to add to your collection. Visit the gallery in Oaville Ontario or visit them online at www.bludoggallery.com

Our Sponsor for This Episode: Lead Pedal Radio

Lead Pedal Radio is an internet radio station that supports a number of musicians by playing their music and sharing their stories. You can listen to the radio station and learn more about them at www.leadpedalradio.com

About the Cashing in on Creativity Podcast

Welcome to the Cashing in on Creativity Podcast where we take your creative talents and show you how to develop them into business ideas. This podcast blends the arts and imagination with entrepreneurship to show you how others have succeeded in their creative business.

Enjoy the show!

Are you an artist, author, musician, or entrepreneur with talent, experience, or a dream? If so this is the podcast for you. This is a podcast that helps you take that creative talent and offers you ways to turn it into a viable business, product, or service. We show you through the eyes of others how you can take an idea or talent, and make it something that brings you money in over time allowing you to create a business doing something that you love. The show features topics, interviews, and ideas to take your creative talents and turn them into profitable ventures. Want to know how a musician takes their love of music and makes a living? How about learning how a cartoonist created a business because he loves to draw? How did that author write their latest book? How does a jewellery maker, photographer or software maker make money with their passion? The show interviews real people actually making money from their creative crafts hopefully inspiring you to do the same. www.cashinginoncreativitypodcast.com

Marching to a New Melody-Brandon Boron on Writing His Book & Song

On this episode of Cashing In On Creativity, host Bruce Outridge sits down with military musician Brandon Boron to explore the inspiration, heart, and creative process behind his brand-new Christmas project — a captivating children's book and original song that blend holiday magic with the grit and glory of life on the road.

Brandon shares how his military life, musical background, and love of storytelling shaped this unique seasonal release, and he walks us through the discipline, imagination, and emotional spark that brought the project to life. Whether you're an artist, musician, writer, or simply someone who loves a good creative journey, this conversation is packed with insights on turning passion into something meaningful.

Tune in to discover how Brandon Boron is marching into the holiday season with a brand-new artistic mission! Visit www.PoletoPoleExpress.com

Our Sponsor for This Episode: Lead Pedal Radio

Lead Pedal Radio is an internet radio station that supports a number of musicians by playing their music and sharing their stories. You can listen to the radio station and learn more about them at www.leadpedalradio.com

About the Cashing in on Creativity Podcast

Welcome to the Cashing in on Creativity Podcast where we take your creative talents and show you how to develop them into business ideas. This podcast blends the arts and imagination with entrepreneurship to show you how others have succeeded in their creative business.

Enjoy the show!

Are you an artist, author, musician, or entrepreneur with talent, experience, or a dream? If so this is the podcast for you. This is a podcast that helps you take that creative talent and offers you ways to turn it into a viable business, product, or service. We show you through the eyes of others how you can take an idea or talent, and make it something that brings you money in over time allowing you to create a business doing something that you love. The show features topics, interviews, and ideas to take your creative talents and turn them into profitable ventures. Want to know how a musician takes their love of music and makes a living? How about learning how a cartoonist created a business because he loves to draw? How did that author write their latest book? How does a jewellery maker, photographer or software maker make money with their passion? The show interviews real people actually making money from their creative crafts hopefully inspiring you to do the same. www.cashinginoncreativitypodcast.com

Finding the Rhythm: Michael Botte on Passion, Perseverance, and the Music Journey

In this episode of the Cashing In On Creativity Podcast, host Bruce Outridge sits down with Michael Botte of the Michael Botte Band to talk about his lifelong passion for music and what keeps him inspired to create.

Michael shares his journey as an independent artist — from his early influences to building his band, and the lessons he's learned about following your creative instincts in a changing industry. Whether you're a musician, artist, or creative entrepreneur, this episode offers authentic insight into staying true to your art while building a sustainable career.

🎧 Tune in for an inspiring look at music, motivation, and the creative grind that fuels success!

Learn more about Michael at www.MichaelBotteBand.com

Our Sponsor for This Episode: Lead Pedal Radio

Lead Pedal Radio is an internet radio station that supports a number of musicians by playing their music and sharing their stories. You can listen to the radio station and learn more about them at www.leadpedalradio.com

About the Cashing in on Creativity Podcast

Welcome to the Cashing in on Creativity Podcast where we take your creative talents and show you how to develop them into business ideas. This podcast blends the arts and imagination with entrepreneurship to show you how others have succeeded in their creative business.

Enjoy the show!

Are you an artist, author, musician, or entrepreneur with talent, experience, or a dream? If so this is the podcast for you. This is a podcast that helps you take that creative talent and offers you ways to turn it into a viable business, product, or service. We show you through the eyes of others how you can take an idea or talent, and make it something that brings you money in over time allowing you to create a business doing something that you love. The show features topics, interviews, and ideas to take your creative talents and turn them into profitable ventures. Want to know how a musician takes their love of music and makes a living? How about learning how a cartoonist created a business because he loves to draw? How did that author write their latest book? How does a jewellery maker, photographer or software maker make money with their passion? The show interviews real people actually making money from their creative crafts hopefully inspiring you to do the same. www.cashinginoncreativitypodcast.com

"From Vision to Volume: Inside Angela Baltkois's New Indie Rock Festival"

In this episode of the Cashing In On Creativity Podcast, host Bruce Outridge talks with Angela Baltkois, founder of a brand-new rock festival designed to spotlight independent artists and celebrate classic rock. www.rockstalgia.com

Angela shares the inspiration behind the festival, the challenges of bringing a major event to life, and why supporting indie musicians is more important than ever. From organizing lineups to creating a platform for unsigned talent, Angela's story is one of vision, passion, and persistence.

Whether you're an indie artist looking for exposure or a creative entrepreneur building something new, this conversation delivers insight and inspiration straight from the heart of the music scene.

🎧 Tune in to learn how creativity, community, and rock 'n' roll come together to create opportunity for the next generation of musicians!

Our Sponsor for This Episode: Lead Pedal Radio

Lead Pedal Radio is an internet radio station that supports a number of musicians by playing their music and sharing their stories. You can listen to the radio station and learn more about them at www.leadpedalradio.com

About the Cashing in on Creativity Podcast

Welcome to the Cashing in on Creativity Podcast where we take your creative talents and show you how to develop them into business ideas. This podcast blends the arts and imagination with entrepreneurship to show you how others have succeeded in their creative business.

Enjoy the show!

Are you an artist, author, musician, or entrepreneur with talent, experience, or a dream? If so this is the podcast for you. This is a podcast that helps you take that creative talent and offers you ways to turn it into a viable business, product, or service. We show you through the eyes of others how you can take an idea or talent, and make it something that brings you money in over time allowing you to create a business doing something that you love. The show features topics, interviews, and ideas to take your creative talents and turn them into profitable ventures. Want to know how a musician takes their love of music and makes a living? How about learning how a cartoonist created a business because he loves to draw? How did that author write their latest book? How does a jewellery maker, photographer or software maker make money with their passion? The show interviews real people actually making money from their creative crafts hopefully inspiring you to do the same. www.cashinginoncreativitypodcast.com

Brushstrokes & Connections: An Interview with Acrylic Artist Heather De Haan

In this inspiring episode, we sit down with acrylic landscape artist, networker, and instructor Heather De Haan to explore her creative journey. Heather shares how she captures the beauty of landscapes with bold acrylic techniques, the importance of building community in the art world, and her passion for teaching others to unlock their creativity. Whether you're an artist, an art enthusiast, or someone looking for inspiration, this episode offers insights into both the craft and the business of art.

Tune in to learn how Heather blends artistry, networking, and teaching into a thriving creative career. Find her on Instagram at Painted Heather

Blu Dog Gallery: Location Sponsor

Have you heard of the Blu Dog Gallery? If you're an artist you should be familiar with this Oakville Ontario Based gallery that has the potential to sell your work to the public.

If you are an art lover or collector then this gallery is a great way to add to your collection. Visit the gallery in Oaville Ontario or visit them online at www.bludoggallery.com

About the Cashing in on Creativity Podcast

Welcome to the Cashing in on Creativity Podcast where we take your creative talents and show you how to develop them into business ideas. This podcast blends the arts and imagination with entrepreneurship to show you how others have succeeded in their creative business.

Enjoy the show!

Are you an artist, author, musician, or entrepreneur with talent, experience, or a dream? If so this is the podcast for you. This is a podcast that helps you take that creative talent and offers you ways to turn it into a viable business, product, or service. We show you through the eyes of others how you can take an idea or talent, and make it something that brings you money in over time allowing you to create a business doing something that you love. The show features topics, interviews, and ideas to take your creative talents and turn them into profitable ventures. Want to know how a musician takes their love of music and makes a living? How about learning how a cartoonist created a business because he loves to draw? How did that author write their latest book? How does a jewellery maker, photographer or software maker make money with their passion? The show interviews real people actually making money from their creative crafts hopefully inspiring you to do the same. www.cashinginoncreativitypodcast.com

Inside the Cobalt Conspiracy with Author Richard Ross Cashing In On Creativity Podcast

In this episode of the Cashing In On Creativity Podcast, we sit down with Richard D Ross, author of the gripping thrillers Hybrid Enemy and Cobalt Conspiracy. Richard shares the inspiration behind his writing, the challenges of creating high-stakes stories, and how he builds suspense that keeps readers turning the pages.

If you love thrillers or want to learn how an author develops pulse-pounding plots, you won't want to miss this interview. Learn more about Richard D Ross at www.richarddross.com

👉 Subscribe for more inspiring conversations with creators who are building careers in the arts and turning their passions into profit.

Blu Dog Gallery: Location Sponsor

Have you heard of the Blu Dog Gallery? If you're an artist you should be familiar with this Oakville Ontario Based gallery that has the potential to sell your work to the public.

If you are an art lover or collector then this gallery is a great way to add to your collection. Visit the gallery in Oaville Ontario or visit them online at www.bludoggallery.com

About the Cashing in on Creativity Podcast

Welcome to the Cashing in on Creativity Podcast where we take your creative talents and show you how to develop them into business ideas. This podcast blends the arts and imagination with entrepreneurship to show you how others have succeeded in their creative business.

Enjoy the show!

Are you an artist, author, musician, or entrepreneur with talent, experience, or a dream? If so this is the podcast for you. This is a podcast that helps you take that creative talent and offers you ways to turn it into a viable business, product, or service. We show you through the eyes of others how you can take an idea or talent, and make it something that brings you money in over time allowing you to create a business doing something that you love. The show features topics, interviews, and ideas to take your creative talents and turn them into profitable ventures. Want to know how a musician takes their love of music and makes a living? How about learning how a cartoonist created a business because he loves to draw? How did that author write their latest book? How does a jewellery maker, photographer or software maker make money with their passion? The show interviews real people actually making money from their creative crafts hopefully inspiring you to do the same. www.cashinginoncreativitypodcast.com

Illustrating Dreams: Deb Dunn on Bringing Dreaming of Dresses to Life

In this episode of The Cashing in on Creativity Podcast, Bruce Outridge interviews Deb Dunn, illustrator of Dreaming of Dresses. Deb shares her artistic journey, the inspiration behind her illustrations, and how she worked with author Kate Dunn to bring the story's imagery to life. Listeners will get a behind-the-scenes look at the creative collaboration between writer and illustrator and learn how visual art can enhance storytelling. Follow Deb on Instagram at Vintage Sparrow Studio.

Blu Dog Gallery: Location Sponsor

Have you heard of the Blu Dog Gallery? If you're an artist you should be familiar with this Oakville Ontario Based gallery that has the potential to sell your work to the public.

If you are an art lover or collector then this gallery is a great way to add to your collection. Visit the gallery in Oaville Ontario or visit them online at www.bludoggallery.com

About the Cashing in on Creativity Podcast

Welcome to the Cashing in on Creativity Podcast where we take your creative talents and show you how to develop them into business ideas. This podcast blends the arts and imagination with entrepreneurship to show you how others have succeeded in their creative business.

Enjoy the show!

Are you an artist, author, musician, or entrepreneur with talent, experience, or a dream? If so this is the podcast for you. This is a podcast that helps you take that creative talent and offers you ways to turn it into a viable business, product, or service. We show you through the eyes of others how you can take an idea or talent, and make it something that brings you money in over time allowing you to create a business doing something that you love. The show features topics, interviews, and ideas to take your creative talents and turn them into profitable ventures. Want to know how a musician takes their love of music and makes a living? How about learning how a cartoonist created a business because he loves to draw? How did that author write their latest book? How does a jewellery maker, photographer or software maker make money with their passion? The show interviews real people actually making money from their creative crafts hopefully inspiring you to do the same. www.cashinginoncreativitypodcast.com

Dreaming of Dresses: Kate Dunn on Writing, Inspiration, and Storytelling

In this episode of the Cashing in on Creativity Podcast, host Bruce Outridge talks with author Kate Dunn about her book Dreaming of Dresses. Kate shares her creative journey, the inspiration behind her storytelling, and the process of turning her ideas into a published work. Whether you're a reader who loves compelling fiction or a writer looking for insight into the craft, this conversation will inspire you to follow your own creative path. Learn more about Kate and her work at www.rootedinwellnesscanada.ca

Blu Dog Gallery: Location Sponsor

Have you heard of the Blu Dog Gallery? If you're an artist you should be familiar with this Oakville Ontario Based gallery that has the potential to sell your work to the public.

If you are an art lover or collector then this gallery is a great way to add to your collection. Visit the gallery in Oaville Ontario or visit them online at www.bludoggallery.com

About the Cashing in on Creativity Podcast

Welcome to the Cashing in on Creativity Podcast where we take your creative talents and show you how to develop them into business ideas. This podcast blends the arts and imagination with entrepreneurship to show you how others have succeeded in their creative business.

Enjoy the show!

Are you an artist, author, musician, or entrepreneur with talent, experience, or a dream? If so this is the podcast for you. This is a podcast that helps you take that creative talent and offers you ways to turn it into a viable business, product, or service. We show you through the eyes of others how you can take an idea or talent, and make it something that brings you money in over time allowing you to create a business doing something that you love. The show features topics, interviews, and ideas to take your creative talents and turn them into profitable ventures. Want to know how a musician takes their love of music and makes a living? How about learning how a cartoonist created a business because he loves to draw? How did that author write their latest book? How does a jewellery maker, photographer or software maker make money with their passion? The show interviews real people actually making money from their creative crafts hopefully inspiring you to do the same. www.cashinginoncreativitypodcast.com