Habitat, Creativity

Great interview with Dave Urlakis on Episode 11

Dave Urlakis has great insight on the creative process as he's been inside, outside and all around it. as an actor, writer, producer, improvisor, in the arts. Also he works in research and analysis, as well as being a parent.  

Incredible interview with Ashtan Moore (Co-Founder & Partner at Model B).

Ashtan shares some solid strategies for success in any field. We talk about his unique education, habits of high performers, fear of failure and Ashtan's big 3 recommendations for success. 

Follow Ashtan on Social media

Facebook: Ashtan Moore

Linkedin: Ashtan Moore

Instagram: @AshtanMoore

Wonderful interview with Beth Wolf

Beth is the founder and Producing Artistic Director of Midsommer Flight (Shakespeare in the Park) in Chicago. She's also an Actress, and well versed in Improv, so she's got a lot of great insight on the creative process from the macro to the micro and everything in between. 

Also, check out  original music by the  Midsommer Flight on iTunes, Spotify, Youtube, Google Play, etc.

https://midsommerflight.com/about/meet-the-artists/beth-wolf-producing-artistic-director/

Episode 8: Beautiful interview with Standup Comedian Tristan A Smith 

Tristan is hilarious and we laugh pretty much the whole time as we discuss his process on comedy, how life events affect the creative mind, sleep schedules and everything in between.

Follow Tristan on Twitter and Instagram @WheresTrist

Creative Strategy in a very insightful episode with Joy Shanaberger

Joy is The CEO of The Boone Group and an an amateur boxer, who breaks down several concrete methods on harnessing creativity, perseverance, and really just raw success in any endeavor.  What a wonderful interview

Follow Joy Shanaberger:

Linkedin: Joy Angela Shanaberger (Boone Group)

Instagram: @joyange

Facebook: Joy Shanaberger

Episode 6 features supremely interesting guest Nick Mansolino. 

Nick's been a firefighter for 18+ years, former athlete and coach. Nick defines and outlines the difference between a fan and a player, how he'd train someone to be the greatest of all time, and how to be a decent human.  Inspiring interview no matter what your field of interest.  

Follow Nick on Twitter @NMansolino 

Episode 5 features singer/songwriter Ben de la Cour. In this interview, we talk about Ben's songwriting process for a while as well as life, philosophy and the abstract.  Great talking with Ben about creativity and  Ben's passion for crafting these wonderful songs.  

Listen to Ben de la Cour's music on iTunes, Spotify, etc.

Follow Ben de la Cour's journey:

https://www.bendelacour.com

Standup Comedian Michael Rice and I talk comedy, creativity, and life.  A true creative and world-wide performer, Mike lets us peek behind the curtain detailing his process and sensibilities, in an episode that I hope y'all enjoy as much as I do. 

Follow Michael Rice's Comedy:

Facebook: Michael Rice

Instagram: @mikericecomedy

Listen to the Mike Rice Show: TheMikeRicePodcast.libsyn.com

Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/mikericecomedy

Standup comedian Nick Dlouhy and I talk about corralling your daily routine, putting faith in your work, creative systems, plus a lot more. He’s a great guest for the Habitat because he’s fashioned some of the most creative comedy sets and is thoughtful about the craft. Love this guy

Follow Nick:

Facebook: Nick Dlouhy

Instagram: @nickdlouhy

Also Nick produces The Comedy Tub in Chicago

Insightful chat with Alexandra Sadeghian. She gives us the rundown of her daily routine as an actor. We discuss the sacrifices you’ve got to make for your art, the importance of a schedule that works for you, taking care of yourself as an artist, and a lot more.

IMDB: Alexandra Faye Sadeghian

Facebook: Alexandra Faye Sadeghian

Instagram: @AlexandraFaye16

Also check out her production company: ParalysisProductions.com