Meet Daniel Mok! The brilliant mind behind a mockumentary-style comic series that brilliantly captures the essence of anxiety, identity, and the awkwardness of adulthood, all through the lens of everyday Malaysian life infused with dark humor and raw honesty.

Daniel isn’t merely “an artist.” He’s also a scriptwriter and copywriter who wields humor, sharp memes and the nuances of daily life to explore themes of identity and the complexities of modern living. From crafting viral lockdown comics that resonate deeply with audiences to grappling with the nagging question of whether he's still “funny enough” & opens up about something most creators don’t talk about:

“The fear of stagnation.”

In this episode, Daniel opens up about:

✔️ Why every creator eventually hits stagnation

✔️ Imposter syndrome, comparison and losing confidence

✔️ The importance of evolving without losing your core

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⏱️ Timestamps:

0:23 Intro

1:46 What inspired you to turn personal experiences into comics?

4:08 How did going viral change your journey?

06:27 Where do you find ideas for your comics?

08:09 How do you decide which jokes to keep or discard?

09:33 What's the future direction for your comics?

11:20 Exploring other roles in life

12:45 Finding the work-life balance

14:20 What’s your plan moving forward?

15:59 Challenges that feel overwhelming

18:13 How do you reinvent yourself?

22:05 Do you have plans for a global audience?

22:30 Best feedback from fans

24:05 Dealing with criticism and haters

37:41 Ending

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Meet Weili Wonka！She's a Malaysian illustrator, former art tutor and the creator behind her own merchandise brand of pins and collectibles.Weili’s work is deeply personal rooted in storytelling & authenticity.

In this episode of CreatorCEO, Weili speaks honestly about AI, originality and why artists don’t need to fear technology as long as they continue to grow and stay true to their voice.

She shares:

✔️ Why “getting better” matters more than chasing trends

✔️ How storytelling creates real connection with audiences

✔️ The balance between art, business and personal expression

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⏱️ Timestamps:

0:25 Intro

1:14 Where Weili Wonka begins

1:54 How education shaped the creative process?

6:22 How to get inspired to develop and design new series?

8:59 Did mentors play a role in your art or business journey?

13:35 Have You Considered Expanding It?

16:23 What is the biggest challenges ？

17:22 Milestones That Defined the Journey

18:30 How an Artist Makes the Call

19:29 How Do You View the AI Revolution？

21:56 How Artists Navigate the Business Side

23:07 Navigating Creativity in the Social Media Era

24:12 Advise for new artist

27:12 What’s Next in the Coming Years

29:12 Ending

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小幻曾梦想成为「马来西亚的高木直子」。

她坚持了9年 出版了书籍，也登上了排行榜 却发现...依然无法支付房租。当创作无法维持生计时,是否还值得继续追寻？

这不是一个「成功学」的故事，而是一段真实与艰辛却仍在坚持的创作人生。

如果你正在怀疑自己, 怀疑梦想, 怀疑坚持的意义。那这一集，或许能陪你走过那段最艰难的时光。

在这一集中，她分享了：

✔️ 不追逐流量，不随波逐流，真的能活下来吗？

✔️ 当创作无法养活自己时，该不该继续

✔️ 在 AI 时代，创作者真正不会被取代的东西是什么？

✔️ 如何将平凡生活转化为个故事

Mist once dreamed of becoming "Malaysia's Naoko Takagi."

She persisted for 9 years, published books, and even made it onto the bestseller lists, but she discovered... she still couldn't pay the rent. When creativity can't sustain a living, is it still worth pursuing?

This isn't a "success story," but rather a real and challenging journey of persistence in creation.

If you’re doubting yourself, questioning your dreams, or wondering about the value of perseverance, this episode might accompany you through those difficult times.

In this episode, she shares:

✔️ Can you really survive without chasing trends and fame?

✔️ When creativity can’t provide a living, should you continue?

✔️ What is it that creators truly won’t be replaced by in the age of AI?

✔️ How to transform ordinary life into compelling stories.

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⏱️ Timestamps:

0:30 :Intro

1:43 :The Origin of "Gentle Uncle"

2:36 :The Best First Step to Engaging Your Audience

3:21 :True connection to creation and people

5:26 :Behind the story from Comics to Live Streaming

11:57 :Tips for Anyone Interested in Getting Started

16:30 :What is a truly effective habit to get more audience online ?

18:33 :Transforming Life into Art

19:30 :Insights from artist on AI

21:17 :Envision the future of art?

22:31 :Artist Community Building

25:47 :Dreams and Reality: Finding the Balance.

27:34 :Differences between Malaysia and other countries

30:23 :The Step of Art becomes a full-time profession and advise

32:38 :The next Mist's Milestone

34:29: Dealing with Haters

35:35: Live on-the-spot drawings for the podcast

36:59: A Message from host

38:20: Ending

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Meet Karmen Loh, better known online as Bearbrickjia, she’s a Malaysian digital illustrator whose glowing cinematic portraits have captured the hearts of over 451K followers and landed collaborations with Pokémon Company, Penguin Random House and HarperCollins.

From teaching 100K+ students on Domestika to building an International fanbase, Karmen’s journey has been anything but easy. Especially when the algorithm burnout nearly took away her love for art.

In this episode, she shares:

✔️ Why following trends can destroy your creativity

✔️ How burnout stole two years of her artistic confidence

✔️ Her path from 3D game art to a global illustration career

✔️ Why “meaning” matters more than metrics

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⏱️ Timestamps:

0:33 Intro

2:34 How she prepared before quitting

4:30 How big brands first discovered her

6:56 Artwork that went viral & defined her style

8:24 Becoming a top Domestika instructor

10:39 Students’ struggles with colour & light

12:25 Stepping out of comfort zone

13:00 First major international project — Pokémon Championship

15:12 How she views AI art & protecting creative value

17:18 Balancing business with artistic heart

21:01 Work–travel balance mindset

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他没有等“完美时机”，而是自己创造。

从创作图文系，成立 JL95 Studio、再到推出第一本个人书籍《我们都要好好，好到遗憾无法打扰》、Zhen Yik 的创作旅程是一场长期坚持与自我突破的修行。

本集带你听见、一位独立艺术家如何在没有团队的情况下、做到别人眼中“不可能”的事。

本集重点：

✔️ JL95 Studio 的创立过程

✔️ 创作路上最重要的自我管理

✔️ 如何在时代变化中保持创作定力

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⏱️ Timestamps:

0:23 介绍

0:49 如何开始？

2:43 出版书后的心态变化？

3:55 什么机会促使你投资？

6:17 增加效率的窍门？

8:28 Zhen Yik 想传达的创作信息？

10:23 商业中最难的是什么？

11:20 自出版最大的挑战？

12:15 动画角色和真人角色的区别？

12:44 如何寻找灵感？

13:35 管理社交媒体的反思？

15:31 新人入行的建议？

17:34 如何避免陷入流量陷阱？

18:49 会为了市场改变风格吗？

19:21 快节奏时代图文创作的未来？

20:35 你画我猜

23:32 “结束"

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One rose. One memory. One turning point.🌹What started as a heartfelt gift for her grandmother became the spark that built an international art brand.

Meet Limzy, the Malaysian artist proving that you don’t need fame to be seen, just honesty in your art.

In this episode:

✔️ How “choosing flowers, not fame” shaped her career

✔️ Lessons from motherhood & creative rebirth

✔️ Why art made with heart never goes out of style

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⏱️ Timestamps:0:27 Intro

1:22 How Limzy began her art journey

3:01 Why flowers — and what they mean to her

4:50 How motherhood reshaped her creativity

6:47 Keeping her audience emotionally connected

7:49 Staying true while working with luxury brands

11:18 How she got her first big client

13:04 Using tech to stay ahead

15:00 Advice for new artists

17:11 Art, mindfulness & healing

18:52 Turning art into something lasting

19:39 Scaling her business

21:26 Using local elements in her art

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Meet Wonders of Eqa, a Malaysian illustrator and graphic designer whose art feels like a warm hug. Known for her snug, heartwarming drawings inspired by daily life, Eqa turns her absolute moments from family to Mee Kari into colourful stories that connect with people.In this episode, she shares:✔️ How motherhood and Malaysian culture shape her art✔️ Why she believes “the simpler, the better”✔️ What it’s like to collaborate with brands like Family Mart & Dolly Dim Sum✔️ How she protects her creative work while staying true to herself__⏱️ Timestamps:00:27 – Intro01:17 – Finding your visual voice02:54 – How personal experiences shape art04:10 – Inside Eqa’s creative process05:38 – Tools & mediums she uses06:15 – Turning art into a business08:56 – What makes a good collaboration11:11 – Balancing personal & client work12:08 – Protecting your art online13:38 – Advice for artists on social media15:58 – Thoughts on AI in art17:18 – Tips for new artists20:27 – Thoughts on KL Illustration event21:20 – Eqa’s daily routine22:27 – Closing◽️ Follow STIVE ◽️ IG: / stive.asia.official FB: / stiveasiaofficial Spotify : https://open.spotify.com/show/1MHTvSU...◽️ Follow Wonders.of.eqa / Eqa ◽️ IG - wonders.of.eqa IG - https://www.instagram.com/wonders.of.eqa/◽️ Follow Host & Founder - Jeff Fan ◽️ IG: / jeff.fan.beinspired TikTok : / jfan.25 Stive Official Site - www.stive.asia

Meet Radius Khor, the co-founder of Kee Nguyen, a rapidly growing Vietnamese coffee brand in Malaysia. From starting as a graphic designer and musician to launching a thriving coffee empire, Radius and his partner Henry Tan transformed a single viral tweet into a remarkable business journey. With a commitment to authenticity and a deep appreciation for Vietnamese culture, he’s redefining what a coffee experience can be while expanding his brand across the nation. In this episode, Radius shares:✔ The critical moments that fueled his rapid growth.✔ Insights on the importance of halal certification.✔ His unique approach to coffee culture and customer experience.✔ Plans for future expansion and new product offerings.

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Meet Jane Chong, a Malaysian illustrator and founder of Catface, a sparkling art brand born from her love of soft, glass-like aesthetics. From Minecraft fan art as a kid to blending IT and digital illustration today, Jane has built a unique voice that balances her safe, practical side with her creative passion.

In this episode, she shares:

✔ Why it’s okay to keep art as a hobby (and not your main job)

✔ How she blends Japanese & Chinese motifs into her dreamy style

✔ The smart way to grow your community without burning out

✔ Her plans to create original IPs inspired by her cats & daily life

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Illy is a Malaysian convention artist and full-time illustrator who left her career in media advertising to pursue art wholeheartedly. Started as a passion, grown into a life dedicated to connecting with people through her work. From vibrant digital illustrations to heartfelt moments with fans at conventions. To Illy, conventions are more than just a marketplace, they are festivals for artists, a gathering filled with community, joy, and shared love for creativity. With experiences spanning local and international events, she continues to build her IP, while inspiring others with her belief that art is not only about making a living, but also about making meaningful connections.

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