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Andrew Barrack is an independent artist and filmmaker born and raised in San Diego California. He also runs a media company, Full Wave Creative, where he works as a videographer, photographer and editor on a wide variety of award-winning films and documentaries, and other creative projects. In this episode we celebrate Andrew's upcoming album, and review the biggest lesson's he's learned in over 10 years of being an independent musician. We explore topics like finding inspiration, being a solo artist vs. working with a band, burnout, and finding a deeper meaning through community and shared purpose. @andrewbarrack@fullwavecreative
The PAL Podcast is hosted by singer-songwriter and creative coach Hannah Bowers
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In dissecting the three greatest lessons I learned in 2022, I share how this year was the most challenging and the most rewarding one yet. This episode is my most honest an authentic truth, an essential form of expression for all creatives. The path of an artist is a unique one, and I hope the wisdom I gained on my journey this year can be helpful in you on yours so we can all know, live and speak our own truths. Wishing you a reflective restful end to 2022, and big and bright 2023. Peace out :)
The PAL Podcast is hosted by singer, songwriter, coach and founder of PAL, Hannah Bowers.
 
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How do you feel about the creative process? We asked our community what their biggest challenges were in the creative process and breakdown the most common obstacles in this episode. We share tips for making more time for your creativity, perfectionism, and how to get around creative blocks. We talk about the effect fear has on our creative growth, and how to combat it through having more fun, being authentic, and connecting to the love of your art. Find your creative flow in this episode by learning how to navigate the physical and emotional blocks that get in our way.Follow us on Instagram @thepalcommunitywww.thepalcommunity.comPAL is stoked to partner with The GEOMetro Party. Use our code: PALCOMMUNITY for a sweet discount on skateboards and street apparel that spread GOOD ENERGY ONLYhttps://geo-skate.shop/palcommunityThe PAL Podcast is hosted by singer, songwriter, producer, and emotional intelligence assessor Hannah Bowers @thehannahbowers

Matthew Ciaccio-Stevens is the founder of The Local Deadbeat Agency, a Southern California-based music and apparel company. For the last 6 years he has been selling clothes and throwing live shows in the Anaheim area. On this episode we talk about how he built a company doing what he loves with a creative, supportive and talented team he loves. We talk about the differences between DIY and the local music scene vs. the music industry live music scene. Matt shares the coolest story I've ever heard about the band that saved his life, Real Friends, and his experiences with mental health and how medication and gardening have been healthy tools in his growth. Matt reminds us to just be nice.

Happy 1 year anniversary to PAL!  We're celebrating with the launch of our first virtual course: The Emotionally Intelligent Creative, a 12-week course exploring creativity and wellbeing.What do emotional intelligence and creativity have to do with each other? How can an emotional intelligence practice support our creativity? And what do I do with all these emotions?!Host Hannah Bowers breaks down 3 key components of the relationship between our emotions and our creativity (and our purpose!) She explains the basics of emotional intelligence, how our emotions operate as messages, and what we can do with the difficult emotions that can get in our way. She explores some common emotional challenges that creative people face and shares some EQ tips for dealing with them to come out more positive, authentic and loving than before!To apply for The EQ Creative please visit thepalcommunity.com/eqcreativeFollow us on Instagram at @thepalcommunityHave a great day :)

Zev Rose Woolley is a non-binary, Jewish filmmaker, photographer and event producer who’s work focuses on the positive, coloful aspects of queerness. This episode explores queer representation in media, the toxicity of hustle culture in the entertainment industry, and questioning societal judgments to connect to what feels good for you. Zev shares stories of their years of exploring their unique passions and creative talents; from an aspiring Planet Earth cinematographer, to a screenwriter, production designer and more. We talk about finding the relationship between making art and making money, the importance of independent filmmakers, and finding your “reasons to stay”. Zev reminds us to find and enjoy the art that speaks to us.**NOTE Since the recording of this podcast our guest has changed their name from Shaina to Zev- yay for finding your authentic self! In the episode I refer to them as Shaina, but from now on you can refer to them and find them on the internet as Zev Rose Woolley :)
 
Zev's short film “Reasons To Stay” is now available for free on YouTube@mammothsprite @reasonstostay_film@thesecretcircusla 
 
The PAL Podcast is hosted by singer, songwriter, producer, and emotional intelligence assessor Hannah Bowers.
@thepalcommunity @thehannahbowers