Unblocked Creators

Jesse James Carver

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I interview artists and creatives of all kinds, including carvers, painters, filmmakers, inventors, scientists and psychologists, to break down their worldviews and help listeners become creatively unblocked. Let's develop the psychological wholeness and agency to live out our dream life designs. Let's unblock your path of creative purpose, and check out a lot of brilliant art along the way.

FEB 21

EP. 20 FORGING KNIVES IN THE MOJAVE DESERT

View this full episode here: https://youtu.be/QY_qkry7GCk Aaron Tharp forging knives in the Mojave Desert with a forge made from found materials. Support the show Check out the Unblocked Carver newsletter here: https://www.oakmoss.ca/unblockedcarver

2 min
FEB 15

Kimia Nora — The New Brain Science of Chronic Pain

In this episode of the Unblocked Creators Podcast, Jesse James Carver sits down with Kimia Nora to explore the intersection of neuroscience, neuroplasticity, and chronic pain. Kimia shares her personal journey from suffering to healing and explains how the brain’s perception of safety (or danger) dictates physical health and life success. Get your ticket to the Future-Proof Creator Summit: https://thelivinginternet.com/ Subscribe to Kimia's Substack: https://substack.com/@kimianora Timestamps [00:00] Introduction to Unblocked Creators – Jesse James Carver introduces the show's mission and guest Kimia Nora, an expert on the neuroscience of chronic pain. [02:36] The Journey into Writing Online – Kimia explains how Dan Koe inspired her to use writing as a lever to build a "school of thought" and refine her thinking. [06:50] Influence of Yogic Sciences – Discussion on Paramahansa Yogananda’s teachings and how religion and spirituality can have a scientific basis. [12:09] Dr. Joe Dispenza and Mind-Body Medicine – How Joe Dispenza’s miraculous recovery led to a holistic science of consciousness and biological intention. [16:38] Overcoming Chronic Depression and Fatigue – Kimia reflects on her own struggle with being unable to get out of bed and her path to regulation. [17:36] The Mechanics of Neuroplasticity – A deep dive into how a brain under chronic stress signals the body to stay vigilant and "protected" through pain. [23:41] Symptoms with No Physical Cause – Understanding neuroplastic conditions like Long COVID, Lyme, and Fibromyalgia as stress-induced learned responses. [28:57] Dr. John Sarno and Repressed Emotions – Jesse shares his experience with Sarno’s theory that the brain uses pain as a defense against repressed rage. [34:45] Why Changing Your Brain is Easier Than Building Muscle – Kimia discusses the unmatched adaptive capacity of the human brain compared to any other organ. [38:34] Childhood Environments and Learned Pain – How early life stress and hypervigilance create associations that lead to chronic symptoms in adulthood. [44:15] Identifying "Familiar" Emotional States – A practical method for identifying when the brain is stuck in a past fear response rather than present reality. [49:58] The Scientific Revolution of 50% Curability – The estimate that half of chronic illnesses are neuroplastic and, therefore, fundamentally curable. [54:43] Creating a New Culture of Hope – Kimia’s vision for a future where mind-body medicine is the standard and how Gen Z can find meaning beyond image. [01:03:17] Finding Confidence as a Creator – Advice for women and entrepreneurs on allowing a "window of discovery" and the grace to make mistakes. [01:06:05] The "Michelangelo" Metaphor of Potential – Using play and childlike curiosity to "carve out" your true self from a block of potential. Support the show Check out the Unblocked Carver newsletter here: https://www.oakmoss.ca/unblockedcarver

1h 10m
FEB 10

Taylin Simmonds: From College Teacher to $500K Ghostwriter

Taylin Simmonds: College teacher turned AI assisted ghostwriter | Helping writers & creatives earn on the internet • 2B impressions • $4M+ revenue • All in on Substack Read The Simmonds Signal on Substack: https://taylinsimmonds.substack.com/?... Get your ticket to the Future-Proof Creator Summit: https://thelivinginternet.com/ [00:00:37] – Introduction & Origin Story [00:03:44] – The Twitter Breakthrough [00:04:55] – Learning the Craft of Concise Writing [00:08:11] – Scaling to $500K & Business Realities [00:11:37] – The "Soft Skills" of Ghostwriting [00:14:55] – Art vs. Income in the 20s [00:18:57] – Entrepreneurship as Self-Development [00:24:55] – Health as a Business Bottleneck [00:28:43] – Motivation & Standards [00:33:32] – The Creator Money Model [00:41:42] – Where to Start (Substack vs. X) [00:44:03] – Futureproof Creator Summit [00:47:47] – The Future of Education Support the show Check out the Unblocked Carver newsletter here: https://www.oakmoss.ca/unblockedcarver

57 min
JAN 23

Dan Koe: A New Creator Economy is Emerging in 2026

Dan Koe, author of the book The Art of Focus, the collection of essays Purpose & Profit, and the renowned newsletter: Future/Proof. This episode is even better on Youtube: https://youtu.be/x3KW3_tlZoM On this episode, he explains how he developed his 4-hour workday philosophy that earned him millions of dollars by his mid-twenties, and how his worldview continues to evolve. We discussed his recent experiments in trying to get AI to write like him, and his take on the future of the creator economy. To secure your spot at the Future-Proof Creator Summit, go here: https://thelivinginternet.com/ To read Dan's Future/Proof letters, go here: https://letters.thedankoe.com/ Get on the waitlist for Eden at: https://waitlist.eden.so Get your copy of The Art of Focus: https://theartoffocusbook.com/ Support the show Check out the Unblocked Carver newsletter here: https://www.oakmoss.ca/unblockedcarver

1h 33m
11/17/2025

Dennis McKenna Updates the Stoned Ape Theory [Ep.16]

Dennis McKenna, ethnopharmacologist, joins me for a profound conversation about the evolution of consciousness, mushrooms, and unconventional career paths. Get your ticket to the Creator Economy Convention: https://www.thelivinginternet.com/ Join the free Living Internet Alliance community: https://living-internet-alliance.circle.so/join?invitation_token=226e75d9ce467200f26b8d69c30cc6fce33321b1-4df96578-ddf5-46b9-bd0c-81882743ba7d Check out Jesse's wood art: https://www.oakmoss.ca/ Take courses from the McKenna Academy: https://mckenna.academy/course-list/ Support the show Check out the Unblocked Carver newsletter here: https://www.oakmoss.ca/unblockedcarver

1h 47m
10/28/2025

Hussain Ibarra Reveals Secrets of His Online Writing Business [Ep.15]

Join us as we delve into the world of online writing and content creation with Hussain Ibarra, a self-proclaimed "beginner" with over 22,000 users on X. Hussein shares his journey from being a disenchanted engineering intern to becoming a successful online writer and mentor. We discuss the importance of consistency, the role of personal branding in the creator economy, and practical tips for starting your own writing venture. Whether you're stuck in a 9-to-5 or looking to improve your online presence, this episode offers invaluable insights. Get your ticket to the Creator Economy Convention: http://thelivinginternet.com?via=jesse Read Hussain's Letters on Substack: https://hussainibarra.substack.com/ Read Hussain's threads on X: https://x.com/HussainIbarra 00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome 00:14 Weekly Meetings and Podcast Beginnings 01:15 Journey from Engineering to Writing 02:08 Early Struggles and Discovering Online Writing 04:17 Balancing Work, Studies, and Writing 09:59 Developing a Unique Writing Voice 17:41 Understanding the Creator Economy 26:39 Creator Economy Convention Announcement 32:26 The Loneliness of the Creator's Journey 34:17 Facing Skepticism and Self-Doubt 35:47 Overcoming Identity Hurdles in Writing 41:47 The Power of Delusional Aspirational Rates 44:51 The Importance of Physical Fitness for Creativity 50:01 Effective Writing Strategies for Attention 56:16 Final Thoughts and Encouragement 57:55 Starting Your Creator Journey Support the show Check out the Unblocked Carver newsletter here: https://www.oakmoss.ca/unblockedcarver

1h 6m
10/24/2025

Matt Buffa - How Not To Be A Perfectionist [Ep.14]

Breaking Free from Perfectionism Read Matt's Substack article (yes, the one we discuss in the episode!) here: https://mattbuffa.substack.com/?utm_campaign=profile_chips Join The Living Internet Alliance, a free community for up-skilling your social, creative, and financial mastery: https://living-internet-alliance.circle.so/join?invitation_token=226e75d9ce467200f26b8d69c30cc6fce33321b1-4df96578-ddf5-46b9-bd0c-81882743ba7d Join Matt Buffa and Jesse James Carver as they explore the struggle of perfectionism and its impact on creativity. Through a casual conversation about spirituality, anxiety, and the quest for self-improvement, we unpack the importance of letting go and embracing imperfection to make progress. 00:00 Realization and Taking Things Too Seriously 00:56 The Concept of Letting Go 02:53 The Perpetual Need for Self-Improvement 03:39 The Burden of Shoulds and Guilt 06:59 The Red Light Syndrome and Authentic Conversations 08:31 Balancing Podcasting and Personal Life 20:45 Creative Habits and Systematizing Work 24:24 The Challenge of Writing and Perfectionism 33:44 Reflecting on the Creative Wayfinder 34:24 Introducing a New Course Concept 35:11 Exploring the Unblocked Carver Metaphor 35:56 The Process of Carving and Creativity 38:54 Sharpening Your Axe: Preparation vs. Procrastination 41:17 Overcoming Resistance and Starting Projects 43:18 The Role of Ego in Creativity 50:57 Integrating the Self and Ego 57:43 The Zen Approach to Creativity 01:05:48 Final Thoughts and Sign Off Support the show Check out the Unblocked Carver newsletter here: https://www.oakmoss.ca/unblockedcarver

1h 15m
10/14/2025

Josh Terry - Living Ambitiously Without Burning Out [Ep.13]

This episode is with Josh Terry, a high performance coach who helps ambitious creators to achieve greatness without getting stuck in overwhelm and burnout. Follow his Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joshterryplays/ Watch his Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOLdtkK1XqV6ikuHUqfetnQ Get your early-bird ticket to the Creator Economy Convention: https://thelivinginternet.com/ Support the show Check out the Unblocked Carver newsletter here: https://www.oakmoss.ca/unblockedcarver

1h 11m

I interview artists and creatives of all kinds, including carvers, painters, filmmakers, inventors, scientists and psychologists, to break down their worldviews and help listeners become creatively unblocked. Let's develop the psychological wholeness and agency to live out our dream life designs. Let's unblock your path of creative purpose, and check out a lot of brilliant art along the way.

Creator

Jesse James Carver
Years Active

2025 - 2026
Episodes

20
Rating

Explicit
Copyright

© Jesse James Carver
Show Website

Unblocked Creators