Studio Sessions Matthew O'Brien, Alex Carter

In this episode, we share a couple of stories from our lives that prompt a discussion about the broader implications of curation and the art of curating.This lasts for all of 3 minutes before we find ourselves caught up in a long-winded discussion about editing and the intricacies that go along with it. We delve into the art of editing, the importance of reflection, and the roles of editors and gatekeepers. Throughout the discussion, we emphasize the importance of editing in refining cre...

Our latest episode explores the differences between podcasts and YouTube videos, focusing on content ownership, artistic integrity, and creating authentic work that resonates with the audience.As we've embraced online media, the absence of traditional gatekeepers has sparked a debate about whether the democratization of creativity enhances or dilutes the artistic landscape. We share our experiences, discussing the balance between feedback, self-assessment, and authenticity in a content-satura...

Join us as we discuss staying true to your creative roots while figuring out how or better if it's worth it to "play the game" on algorithmically driven platforms.We're also taking a hard look at our own podcast, asking if what we're making lines up with what we believe in. We're sharing stories that show the difference between how things look from the outside vs what's really happening, and thinking over the stuff that goes into making content that resonates with people. This episode is...

This discussion explores how consistent effort in creative projects can yield substantial outcomes, drawing parallels to Warren Buffett's wealth-building investment methods. It underlines the significance of simplicity and regularity in reaching long-term objectives.The conversation moves into the hurdles of procrastination and self-sabotage, recognizing that grand ideas often act as diversions from necessary hard work. It delves into the notion that realistic goals and a down-to-earth mindse...

In this episode, we delve into the unique fusion of musical styles between artists like John Mayer and the Grateful Dead. The discussion broadens to examine how technology has revolutionized our ability to learn and share captivating stories, such as the tale of Jesse James's gold, and probes into the reasons why individuals feel compelled to share their creative outputs.The conversation shifts to the influence of personal challenges on creativity, prompting a debate over the motives behind s...

Have you ever felt an urge to just drop out? Break away from the norm and live on your own terms? This episode explores that feeling, drawing from the film "The Arrangement" and the documentary "Alone in the Wilderness." We discuss midlife crises, searching for meaning, and the value of making things by hand. It's about questioning if we're truly living our own lives or just following someone else's plan.We also examine how documentaries balance truth and the filmmaker's perspective, especial...