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Do Your Weird Thing: Robb’s Takeaways from Brian Brushwood’s Creative Workshop


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Episode Summary

Robb spent a weekend attending Do Your Weird Thing, the immersive creative workshop led by Brian Brushwood.

In this episode, Robb breaks down what the experience was actually like, not just the exercises, but the mindset shifts that came with them.


Key Takeaways
  • “Weird” is often the most valuable and memorable part of creative work
  • Permission is a powerful creative unlock — especially when it’s self-granted
  • Creative resistance usually signals something important, not something wrong
  • Workshops don’t need answers — they need the right questions
  • Community accelerates confidence when everyone is taking creative risks together


Guest Bio

No guest interview in this episode.

Brian Brushwood is referenced throughout the episode as the creator and facilitator of Do Your Weird Thing. He is a magician, entertainer, and educator best known for helping creators clarify their voice, confidence, and creative identity.


Quote Pull-Outs
  • “The thing you’re most afraid to show is usually the thing people connect with.”
  • “Weird isn’t a problem to fix — it’s the signal.”
  • “You don’t need permission, but it helps when someone shows you why you don’t.”



Links & Resources
  • Do Your Weird Thing with Brian Brushwood
  • https://www.scamstuff.com/products/do-your-weird-thing-with-brian-and-matt-december-2025?_pos=1&_sid=6371191e3&_ss=r&variant=47050469998814

Call to Action

If this episode resonated with you, take a moment to think about what your “weird thing” might be — and whether you’re giving yourself permission to explore it.

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