568 - Make Finishing Strong Fun, Where to Find Ideas & Create an Influence Shelf w Sophie Blackall

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   E573 · 16 Sep 2026 · 41 min

   573 - Need More Joy? How Creativity is the Discipline in Optimism Tina Roth Eisenberg

   Do you need more optimism in your life right now? I know I sure do in these current times we’re living in! This chat with Tina Roth Eisenberg AKA SwissMiss sure did the trick! Tina’s generosity, impulse to gather people and complain by creating filled me with so much pep and I think it will do the same for you! If you don’t know, Tina is the creator of the blog SwissMiss, the temporary tattoo company Tattly, and CreativeMornings. Her work has had a huge impact on me and I hope it inspires you just as much! Portrait of Tina Roth Eisenberg by Tory Williams SHOW NOTES: Tina Roth…

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   E572 · 9 Sep 2026 · 47 min

   572 - Listen to Unlock Flow Now, Prep for Big Projects and Courage to Put Yourself Out There

   If you’re looking for something to switch on your creative passion, this episode is it. We talk: 1 Getting into the flow zone 2 How to get over the fear of putting yourself and your work out there 3 Why teaching is a powerful part of being creative 4 How to stop quitting things that are working 5 How to mentally prep for big projects This is an Ask Dr. Pizza Q&A episode. Submit your question for the next Q&A episode by clicking the microphone at the bottom right corner of creativepeptalk.com SHOW NOTES: Producer / Editor: Sophie Miller http://sophiemiller.coAudio Editing / Sound Design:…

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   E571 · 2 Sep 2026 · 1 hr 3 min

   571 - How to Escape Creative Paralysis According to Studies, Science and Real Life Stories with David Epstein

   Too many options got you stuck? Are your ideas not connecting? Do you need a prompt to kickstart your energy and action? This episode is for you! This is a chat with #1 New York Times Bestselling author David Epstein about his phenomenal new book “Inside the Box” - absolutely loved this book. One of my all time favorite books on creativity and this conversation matched the experience! SHOW NOTES: David Epstein https://davidepstein.com Inside the Box https://davidepstein.com/inside-the-box/ Producer / Editor: Sophie Miller http://sophiemiller.coAudio Editing / Sound Design: Conner Jones…

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   E570 · 26 Aug 2026 · 24 min

   570 - The 3 Part Process I Use to Actually Get Creative Stuff Done

   Listen if: 1 - You can’t figure out why you can’t get stuff done. 2 - You sometimes finish things and other times not so much and don’t know why. 3 - You need a fresh method for motivating yourself and following through! SHOW NOTES: Interest Based Nervous Systemhttps://neurodivergentinsights.com/working-with-your-interest-based-nervous-system/?srsltid=AfmBOor-o8P_HzyEC6-fOzHpvwaOdz4Q55LbMoQWi7XcnAzmv9NW0jjl Producer / Editor: Sophie Miller http://sophiemiller.coAudio Editing / Sound Design: Conner Jones http://pendingbeautiful.coSoundtrack / Theme Song: Yoni Wolf / WHY?…

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   E569 · 19 Aug 2026 · 1 hr 6 min

   569 - Making Things Happen, Create on Command, Changing Direction with Asher Perlman

   Has going with the flow taken you somewhere you no longer want to be? Are you sick of waiting for good ideas to show up? If you need inspiration to regain control of your creativity, this conversation with Emmy-nominated, WGA Award-winning, Peabody Award-winning comedian, writer, cartoonist, and best-selling author Asher Perlman is for you! SHOW NOTES: Asher Perlmanhttps://ashermaxperlman.com Producer / Editor: Sophie Miller http://sophiemiller.coAudio Editing / Sound Design: Conner Jones http://pendingbeautiful.coSoundtrack / Theme Song: Yoni Wolf / WHY?…

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   E567 · 5 Aug 2026 · 41 min

   567 - Find What to Focus On Next with These Frameworks

   If you don’t know what side quest to focus on next… Or You feel conflicted about where to channel your energy… Or You can’t seem to start or finish your next project… This episode is for you! I explore 4 - 6 frameworks for organizing your ideas and selecting which one to take action on. This is a “CPT UNPLUGGED” episode, which means there’s no music or edits, it’s a yap session exploring where I am at right now and what’s helping me navigate this moment. Hope it helps you as much as it helped me to record it! UK MEETUP WHATSAPP CHANNEL: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029Vb8ns6v1NCrdqHbZmk36…

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   29 Jul 2026 · 1 hr 2 min

   566 - Creative Strategy: Less Social Media, Income Streams & 3 Essentials

   Is Social Media Driving you crazy? Do you feel like your creative practice is off balance? Do you need to rethink your creative strategy or embrace strategic thinking for the first time? If any of those ring true, this episode is for you! This episode is me being interviewed by Amelia Hruby on her podcast Off the Grid Off the Grid is for creatives trying to succeed without social media - and I had such a blast and we talked about so many interesting things I decided to share it here! We talk about my income streams, what having creative strategy looks like, why bad projects are necessary,…

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   E565 · 22 Jul 2026 · 43 min

   565 - What Type of Creator Are You? Unlock Your Style with Katie & Ilana of Goodtype

   This episode is for you if: 1 - You feel lost trying to find yourself as a creator 2 - You need some different types of artists to see yourself in 3 - You need a lighthearted chat to help get you out of your funk and seeing new possibilities in your creative path today This is a chat with Katie Johnson and Ilana Griffo of Goodtype about insights from their new book “Follow Your Art: Uncover & Unleash Your Creative Voice”. SHOW NOTES: Goodtypehttps://goodtype.us/about-us Follow Your Art Bookhttps://goodtype.us/follow-your-art-book Young Jerkshttps://youngjerks.com Producer / Editor: Sophie…

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   15 Jul 2026 · 30 min

   564 - Unlock Creative Drive, Peace and Clarity with This Framework

   This episode is for you if: 1 - You kind of hate your current life season 2 - You are a neurodivergent creative 3 - You struggle with being present 4 - You always want to skip to the end of a process or goal This idea was one of the biggest shifts in my life and creative journey, I hope it gives you some peace and motivation for your current stage! SHOW NOTES: Joseph Campbell - Hero of A Thousand Faceshttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Hero_with_a_Thousand_Faces Producer / Editor: Sophie Miller http://sophiemiller.coAudio Editing / Sound Design: Conner Jones…

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    E563 · 8 Jul 2026 · 32 min

    563 - Find Your Inner Writer, What You Want to Say and See Your Ideas with Halsey Berryman

    Pre-Order My New Book “Mysterious Things” and Help Us Spread the Word: invisiblethings.co --- This episode is for you if: 1 - You are sick and tired of waiting for someone else to tell you what to do. 2 - You want to take control of your creative path but struggle with self doubt. 3- You need to learn how to recognize what your ideas look like. SHOW NOTES: Halsey Berrymanhttps://www.halseyberryman.com Pests & Other Friends by Halsey Berrymanhttps://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/787999/pests-and-other-friends-by-halsey-berryman/ Producer / Editor: Sophie Miller http://sophiemiller.coAudio…