In Episode 7, Ray and Ben take a moment to contemplate the lessons they’ve learned about creativity during the past year. They discuss their hopes for a return to normalcy after the pandemic, and they share resolutions for crafting a better creative landscape going forward. Before that, they share a few of their favorite inspirations. 

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In Episode 6, Ray and Ben are joined by artist and video game designer David Stanley to discuss the unique challenges that accompany a long-term creative project. They explore the emotional impact of finishing an ambitious endeavor, and what it means to watch your artistic creation come to life in the outside world. 

In this episode, Alex Cortright joins Ray and Ben for a sprawling discussion of how the digital era has shaped the creative process. They explore the various ways that social media has impacted writing, music, and other fields. They examine the complexities surrounding algorithm-driven platforms such as YouTube, and they contemplate how the digital era can provide new opportunities and uncanny challenges. 

In Episode 4, Ray and Ben discuss the fundamental motivations that drive creative ambitions. When we pursue creative outlets, what exactly are we seeking? How does the feeling of creativity vary among different individuals? How can we better understanding our innermost motivations? And how can we help people outside of the fine arts in decoding this mystery? They discuss all these things and more, while sharing some of their not-so-guilty pleasures along the way.

In Episode 3, Ray and Ben talk about the unique sense of loss that can arise in the aftermath of a creative endeavor. Mourning a lost opportunity can be a very challenging experience, and you can easily find yourself romanticizing what could have been. They also explore the frustrations that come from opportunities that never came to fruition at all. Before this, they share some pet peeves from the fields of songwriting, live performance, podcasting, fiction writing, and more. 

In Episode 1, co-hosts Ray Hartsfield and Ben Evans contemplate the unique way that creative ambitions can impact an artist's perception of making a living. They discuss the elusive nature of balance, the hunger for growth and accomplishment, and their own experiences with this difficult subject. They also share a brief bio of their own creative journeys and their backstory as friends & creative colleagues. 

In Episode 2, Ray and Ben explore the concepts of balance and moderation in the life of a creative individual. They discuss whether obsession is harmful or helpful in creative endeavors, and they contemplate the many lessons they've learned along their own journeys. They also share a few sources of inspiration from the fields of music, books, and more.