Being a self employed creative, I need a pep talk quite often. This podcast is the perfect listen when you need a little boost and need to feel a little less lonely on the creative career path!

I’ve been listening to Andy’s podcast for so long that I can’t help but sing the theme song at the top of my lungs every time I start an episode. As a creative who also works a 9 to 5, I appreciate that Andy talks about things in relation to the “creative journey” rather than assuming we are all full-time artists. What makes this well-considered and empathetic conversations even more impactful is the stellar sound editing, along with the soundtrack by the band Why? 100% recommend!

I like the idea of this podcast and think Andy’s heart is in the right place, BUT…this is just 95% ads and sponsorships and 5% actual podcast. Literally one of the most egregious podcasts for just spewing ads I’ve ever heard. It’s the podcast version of a food blogger’s recipe post where there is endless blabber about his other projects and events before anything else.

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I struggle a lot with managing my ADHD and sometimes I feel hopeless, as an artist, because of it. It helps a lot to hear an incredible artist with ADHD share his successes, struggles and toolsets. Thanks, Andy J. PIZZAAA, for showing us it can be done.

needed this help and motivation to share my work on social media today, thank you Andy!! This podcast rocks!

When you want a *creative* pep talk, listening to someone talk about the usefulness of AI tools—trained on millions of pieces of stolen work—is the last place a genuine creative wants to turn. Unfollowing the show ✌️

Thank you again!! I cannot thank you enough for all that you’re doing and I am especially grateful for episode #455 about ADHD. Of all the research that I’ve been doing this year this one really strikes Home the most. I bought the book, gonna listen to it next. And I saved and shared this episode with my entire community:)) keep doing what you’re doing, because you’re doing great work!!👍🏼🫶🏼🤘🏼❤️

I’ve listened to this podcast a long time - every week. And every episode has supported me as an artist. Andy gives me more to consider all the time, introduces me to new ideas and ways of thinking - ways of framing my life, and he gives me so many “aha” moments about things I’ve been thinking about too. Episode 468 gave me one of those aha moments and it’s such a relief to finally understand what’s going on in my head around being a creative. Thanks Andy for this part of what you create. You are like a midwife for artistry.

I love Andy’s authenticity and heart. I’m not even a commercial artist. I’m a Psychologist by day and an art quilter the rest of the time, and this show is motivating in so many ways, no matter what I’m doing! Please don’t stop making these episodes Andy!

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If you're seeking inspiration and practical guidance for creating a thriving creative practice, look no further than Creative Pep Talk! With a blend of captivating storytelling and actionable strategies, each episode offers a treasure trove of insights for creatives of all backgrounds. Whether you're an artist, writer, designer, or entrepreneur, you'll find invaluable wisdom and motivation to fuel your creative journey!

This is my favorite podcast, hands down. If you are on a creative journey (or want to be on one or wonder what that even means), this is for you.

LOVE this show. I listen while I create and it occupies my mind so I don’t get too in my head and critical of my painting. This new “trek” the show is taking, beginning with episode 449 “Making Authentic Work You Love Starts With This,” is fabulous! I can’t wait to hear it all! I almost wish I had never heard your podcast so I could discover this a few months from now and binge-listen to this whole series! Thanks for all you put out there, Andy…so much POSITIVE and AUTHENTIC energy! Grateful!

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In spite of the fact that I am not a creative professional, this podcast provides creative sparks which allow me to explore my own artistic ideas. It gives me ideas to explore and permission to experiment! Thanks Andy!

This podcast has made me laugh, cry and enlightened me so much. I’m always in a better place after my pep talk. Thank you pizza!

Even when I’m not in a creative rut this show always gives me tidbits of advice to maximize my creativity, motivation, and inspiration! Love it!

I live literally every episode. I too am ADD and an artist that’s tried to fight being an artist most of my life because we are told from all angles that you “can’t make a living” as an artist. I e tried to be so many other things to my souls detriment. This podcast helps me pull me back on track ❤️

Yes! As a long time listener, when I think about how I got through my 20s, this podcast is a major reason... Such a masterful demonstration of creativity, that’s for sure, but Andy also shows us how to embrace our humanity again and again.

Andy Pizza is a master at bringing clarity to what is often a jumble of thoughts in my head. His insights into the creative process are truly outstanding. And it’s not just fun to listen to (Andy is super funny), it’s actually helpful for me. One of the best podcasts out there by far.

I stumbled upon this podcast when I was starting school for graphic design. I am now 2 months in and even more excited to continue my personal practice. Each time I need a pep talk I sit and listen and am able to find the motivation I need to keep going. Thank you for such a beautiful and informative podcast.

Thanks for choosing to post an episode every single week, I look forward to them each week. As an engineer and having ADHD, I live in consistent draw between my professional procedural self and creative personal self. You help me get going after work. Keep up the great work!

Love this podcast but the filler sound clips every other sentence are super annoying.

I have been listening to Creative PepTalk for so long that I probably should be sending Andy and Sophie a holiday card at the end of the year. I cannot begin to thank CPT for all the pep over time. Creative work is not without some grind, or frustration, or doubt, or challenge and the podcast was always there to give me a lift when I needed it. So grateful, much appreciated, thank you, thank you, thank you Andy J Pizza!

Really like this podcast! So much great info packed into each episode.

Listening to this podcast has been absolutely game-changing to my creative practice and path. I feel I’ve found the mentor and friend that I’ve been looking for all along. Whenever I’m feeling discouraged or lacking inspiration, turning on this show helps me find my spark again. Full of fun and really helpful guidance… I can’t recommend this show enough.

Andy offers spot-on, actionable insights into designing a creative life through sharing his own path, obsessions, and personal research. If you are striving to make a living as an artist (writer, illustrator, musician, painter, cartoonist, etc.), and you find yourself second-guessing yourself or thinking you should give up — I highly recommend a slice or two of creative pep from Mr. Pizza. From archetypes and myths to muppets and Modest Mouse, his entertaining monologues can seem random but are carefully organized around universal truths about the artist’s journey.

This podcast has been so helpful to me over the last few months that I don’t know where to start! I walk with it almost every day these days, and I always feel comforted and inspired. I walk away with more air in my lungs, energy to create and feeling like I am not alone on the creative journey. I am a professional writer, and the Creative Pep Talk has helped me balance the creation and commerce side of things. Tune in the get a really juicy and often practical, creative shot in the arm!

It always makes me feel inspired and motivated, it makes me laugh, it expands my mind and changes my perspective. Thank you Andy J Pizza!

I absolutely love this episode- appreciated your vulnerability and humor. SO great to celebrate the quiet seasons for the opportunities that can be activated when "nothing" is happening. I'm obsessed with the kind of creativity that becomes available after big change (the barron times). . . Truly appreciated your exciting framework to use in slow times -gift, tempo, one word intentions! 🙏🙏🙏🥳🎼💃🏾🎭📚🎨✍🏽 I think all of your words were in perfect order! Just wrote my first book- "Braving Creativity, Artists who Turn the Scary, Thrilling, Messy Path of Change into Courageous Transformation."

I love, love, love this podcast. For the longest time I only listened to 99% Invisible, but it changed over the years and I lost interest as it seemed the quality started to decline. I am also not a fan of the interview style podcasts where people just ramble on treating the podcast like an audio diary. This podcast is unique. Well thought out and a true work of art. I’m inspired every time I listen to it and have told all my designer friends about it. I may or may not have the intro song memorized and sing it to myself whenever I “need a little pep talk”

I’m a self-employed non-creative and find myself relating to so many things in this podcast professionally and personally. It’s entertaining, thought provoking, well thought out and inspiring! I’ve suggested this show to many of my friends and colleagues. Thanks for putting out a great product!

Love this podcast! Keep up the great work, it’s appreciated!

I cannot even begin to tell you how much this podcast has helped me!!! I appreciate your honesty and willingness to reveal your struggles with ADD and other things. I feel so connected to you and relate so much to the way you teach and explain things!!!! Thank you thank you thank you is all I can say! I am always waiting for the next episode to come out so I can see what you are thinking about. It NEVER fails that it’s something that is pretty close to what I’m struggling with or inspired by or better yet a new take on things that helps me see myself and the creative journey in a new light. The first time I heard you was on Art for your Ear. I have been hooked ever since. Thanks again, Andy! Happy Creating to you and your team.

I’m so glad that this podcast exists. Episodes just keep getting better and better. Today’s episode really resonated with me. I loved hearing Sophie’s story. I recently left a career in another field to pick up the threads of my “lost” art. It’s been wonderful. It’s been frustrating. The best of times, the worst of times. And now I know why. We expect so much from ourselves and the pressure to perform can drag us away from why we are creating art in the first place. I needed to hear this from someone who is further along down the path. Thank you Andy & Sophie!

Creativity is a funny thing. It can be fun, profoundly enriching, confusingly elusive, and oh-so frustrating. I love having other creative people around to talk to and hear what they’re exploring and experiencing with their own creative adventures, and learn about how they're solving the creativity problems they're bumping into. What Andy J. Pizza explores and shares on Creative Pep Talk definitely scratches that itch. And, I mean… who doesn’t like pizza?!

I’ve had artist block for literally years… I just listened to the episode about how to use a formula to create work and I got so inspired and so excited and I have been using this in other areas of my life it makes me chuckle to think why I didn’t apply this to creating art/design. Recently went back to school, taking a graphic design course and felt glum about the idea of AI taking our jobs lol. But this show really lit a fire inside and I’m ready to get at it again. Thank you so much. Can’t wait to binge the other episodes.

One of my favorite daily go to pod casts. The advice is solid and entertaining. Andy is so enjoyable to listen to and he has excellently crafted his advice in a very engaging way. I love his honesty and realness when he gives advice to artists.

As a textile artist I was looking for a place with motivation & information. This podcast is the place for education & information for takeaways and how too’s.

I’ve been a listener now for a few years and Andy’s advice always helps pull you out of a slump—and I go through a lot of them! TMI? Anyway, the content is so eclectic, there is something for everyone, whether you need advice on how to grow followers or just figure out what project to work on next. Also, related, his courses on Skillshare are just as great. Take a listen! You won’t be disappointed.

I only recently found this podcast, and it’s already been so helpful and invigorating. I’m an engineer by day, multi-passionate artist by night, and these ideas and stories help me nurture my creativity in both domains.

I was so over my creative practice just a few months ago. On on the verge of finally quitting once and for all, I stumbled across this podcast and it changed absolutely everything. For the first time in a long time I actually enjoy my work again (I almost forgot what that felt like)! I love starting my day with an episode and then sitting down with one of the “Call to Adventures” - really gets the creative juices flowing. Thanks for what you do!

It’s like this guy speaks my language. I used to think I was incapable of having a successful creative practice because of my neurodiversity. But not only does he give practical and applicable advice on how to better your practice, he gives room for all the weirdly specific and spot on struggles creatives face. I thought it was just me. Now I know it’s not, and i don’t feel so isolated now. Thriving artists!

Andy’s way of explaining things and relating them back to the most obscure references is so refreshing and hilarious. I’m so inspired by every episode, and I’ve been motivated to keep going in my creative business journey because of these episodes. Thank you for the hard, important and fun work you’re doing!

I LOVE Andy! Whenever I dip in to this show, it’s always helpful, compassionate, and has actionable advice— and moreover, I often feel like he’s somehow directly addressing some undefined problem or fear that is currently eating me. A great pep talk! <3

Most entertaining, helpful and funny podcast about creative careers 💗 thank you ANDY J PIZZA!!!

I just started listening 2 days ago (from most resent backwards). I just listened to Art Island! I’m addicted to this podcast! As an artist (pottery & acrylic painting) my throuple and I are 1 1/2 years in to having an small art business. My work and my wife does up-cycling, water color, etc. So, a lot of niches in one business. I had yet to find a podcast that was relevant for us and what we do. So many have just guest speakers or are for those who are production potters, extremely talented painters, etc. I never felt O could relate. Until now! I love how Andy breaks down of each topic and the point of view he gives during every episode. It’s really opened my eyes and has me going deep with my thoughts about what I do, who I am as an artist, who I want and dream to be as an artist, and what does success look like for me. Thank you Andy & the Creative Pep Talk Crew for all you do! It’s greatly appreciated!

He’s funny and entertaining, yes, but this host is also genius and relatable - the bestest combo when relaying insanely valuable and most importantly, EASILY ACTIONABLE, wisdom for creatives — which is to say, everyone. The pod title is perfect — he’s your biggest cheerleader, the coach on your sideline guiding you to big goals, the dad with the biggest heart (he’s actually a dad IRL but he kinda dads us all) — so if you ever need a li’l pep talk, need to motivate, need to regain hope on your creative path, listen in and laugh and learn, and leave ready to create and succeed with a smile. Thanks a mil Mr. Pizza!!

When I first started listening, I made a list of episodes that were worth going back to for repeat listens—but I soon realized, there was never an episode that did not meet that criteria. Every single episode on this podcast is worth listening to multiple times. Each week I listen, I feel like I’m sitting on an absolute gold mine of creative information and inspiration. This podcast is solely what inspired me to pursue a creative career selling my own artwork and I could not be happier doing so. Andy J. Pizza is truly my hero, and I couldn’t be more thankful for the work he has put into making this podcast a reality.