Creative Jumpstart: Inspiration, Motivation, and Insight for Writers, Artists, and Creatives
Leslie Gaar
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Writer and performer Leslie Gaar interviews writers, entrepreneurs, and creatives of all stripes. They share their stories, wisdom, and insight. You come away with motivation and inspiration for your own creative work or business, and keep making amazing stuff. Let’s do this.
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Top 10 Creative Jumpstart: Inspiration, Motivation, and Insight for Writers, Artists, and Creatives Episodes
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Comedian + Writer Crystal Lowery: No Expiration Date on Talent
Creative Jumpstart: Inspiration, Motivation, and Insight for Writers, Artists, and Creatives
02/17/21 • 45 min
My Effing Desk: S1 E9
Comedian + Writer Crystal Lowery: No Expiration Date on Talent
Comedian and writer Crystal Lowery talks about creativity as redemption, the therapy of comedy, and smashing patriarchal expectations of mothers.
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- Let's Explore Diabetes with Owls by David Sedaris*
- The Primal Scream: America's Mothers Are In Crisis (NYT article)
- Untamed by Glennon Doyle*
- Bossy Pants by Tina Fey *
- A Swim in a Pond in the Rain by George Saunders*
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Tags: Crystal Lowery, creativity, motherhood, humor, author, writer, stand-up, comedian, screenwriter, passion, inspiration
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Storyteller + Filmmaker Charlotte Moore: Follow Your Inspiration
Creative Jumpstart: Inspiration, Motivation, and Insight for Writers, Artists, and Creatives
12/16/20 • 36 min
My Effing Desk: S1 E4
Storyteller + Filmmaker Charlotte Moore: Follow Your Inspiration
Storyteller and filmmaker Charlotte Moore talks about motherhood and creativity, trusting your calling, and the hard work of dismantling racism through her nonprofit, Black Bodies Project.
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- Black Bodies Project
- I Wonder as I Wander by Langston Hughes*
- For Every Mountain performed by Kurt Carr Singers
- Silent Witness
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Author + Songwriter VC Chickering: Why Not Me?
Creative Jumpstart: Inspiration, Motivation, and Insight for Writers, Artists, and Creatives
01/20/21 • 42 min
My Effing Desk: S1 E7
Author + Songwriter VC Chickering: Why Not Me?
Author and songwriter VC Chickering on reinventing herself at 45, the scintillating sex lives of divorcees, raising good boyfriends, and what success means to her.
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- Tori's website
- Tori on Instagram
- Tori Erstwhile and The Montys YouTube channel
- Tori's funny combo spoken word/song “Still Smokes” from Listen to Your Mother
- No Plot? No Problem! by Chris Baty*
- Tell Him, an Essay on Masculinity by Jameela Jamil
- The Blessing of a Skinned Knee by Wendy Mogel*
- Martha Graham quote
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Tags: VC Chickering, Nookietown, Twisted Family Values, creativity, motherhood, songwriting, author, writer, songwriter, passion, inspiration
Introducing: My Effing Desk
Creative Jumpstart: Inspiration, Motivation, and Insight for Writers, Artists, and Creatives
10/16/20 • 2 min
Welcome to My Effing Desk, a podcast about juggling motherhood and a creative life. Whether you've already got your own effing desk or are still trying to find it under the laundry, this podcast is for you!
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Do It Anyway with Drag Queen Candi Shell
Creative Jumpstart: Inspiration, Motivation, and Insight for Writers, Artists, and Creatives
08/03/22 • 44 min
My Effing Desk: S2 E3
Do It Anyway with Drag Queen Candi Shell
Drag queen singing sensation Candi Shell talks about focusing on what gives you joy, letting go of expectations, and the healing power of art.
You can find more about Candi on her website: www.candishell.com
Link to Alice in Wonderland sketches: https://www.instagram.com/p/CfE1cRcpQKR/?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=Enjoying the show? Take a minute to rate it and leave a review so new listeners can find it!
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Tags: Candi Shell, Dan Paul Roberts, creativity, motherhood, artist, art, singer, drag queen, passion, inspiration, dreams
Creating in the Chaos with Author Karen Johnson
Creative Jumpstart: Inspiration, Motivation, and Insight for Writers, Artists, and Creatives
04/23/25 • 40 min
Creative Jumpstart S3 E3
Creating in the Chaos with Author Karen Johnson
Author Karen Johnson (21st Century SAHM) talks about writing through the early years of parenting, creating a place for moms to learn from each other, and looking towards the future.
Find out more about Karen at https://the21stcenturysahm.com/ .
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Tags: Karen Johnson, SAHM, 21st century SAHM, stay at home mom, mom, creativity, creative, writer, voice, unique, passion, inspiration, motivation, author, motherhood, parenthood, parents, mother, mothers, moms, parent
Say What You Want To Say with Content Creator Katey DiStefano
Creative Jumpstart: Inspiration, Motivation, and Insight for Writers, Artists, and Creatives
03/26/25 • 50 min
Creative Jumpstart S3 E1
Say What You Want To Say with Content Creator Katey DiStefano
Content creator Katey DiStefano (The Mother Octopus) talks about humor as a coping mechanism, finding your authentic voice, and creating for yourself.
You can find Katey on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themotheroctopus/
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Tags: Katey DiStefano, Mother Octopus, creativity, motherhood, creative, writer, content creator, sobriety, divorce, passion, inspiration, motivation, creator
Bonus Episode: 3 Things About Pixar's Soul Movie
Creative Jumpstart: Inspiration, Motivation, and Insight for Writers, Artists, and Creatives
01/06/21 • 16 min
My Effing Desk: Bonus Episode
3 Things About Pixar's Soul Movie
Pixar's movie Soul was groundbreaking in so many ways, and it has particular creative significance. In this bonus episode, host Leslie Gaar explores three of the movie's themes as they apply to people on their creative journey.
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- Soul is Pixar’s most visually inventive film, and one of its most poignant by Alissa Wilkinson
- The War of Art by Steven Pressfield*
- The Artist's Way by Julia Cameron*
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Author + Illustrator Elly Lonon: Do The Thing That’s On Fire
Creative Jumpstart: Inspiration, Motivation, and Insight for Writers, Artists, and Creatives
11/04/20 • 36 min
My Effing Desk: S1 E1
Author + Illustrator Elly Lonon: Do The Thing That’s On Fire
Author and illustrator Elly Lonon discusses embracing imperfection, art as a tool for healing, and how the pandemic has changed the way she creates.
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- Elly’s website
- Elly on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram
- Find out where to buy Elly’s graphic novel, Amongst the Liberal Elite
- Ukulele graphic piece
- Link to the Ira Glass quote we referenced
- Black is The Body: Stories from My Grandmother’s Time, My Mother’s Time, and Mine by Emily Bernard*
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Tags: Elly Lonon, creativity, motherhood, writing, drawing, celebrating failure
Cartoonist + Writer Adrienne Hedger: Life in Cartoons
Creative Jumpstart: Inspiration, Motivation, and Insight for Writers, Artists, and Creatives
12/02/20 • 42 min
My Effing Desk: S1 E3
Cartoonist + Writer Adrienne Hedger: Life in Cartoons
Cartoonist and writer Adrienne Hedger shares the truth about paying bills as an artist, how she deals with trolls, and using laughter as therapy.
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- Adrienne’s website
- Adrienne on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram
- Wild Geese by Mary Oliver*
- Creativity: A Short and Cheerful Guide by John Cleese*
Click here to find Adrienne and my cartoon collaboration, her types of annoying people cartoon, and pics of her life hack figurine.
The other contender for our collaboration.
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Tags: Adrienne Hedger, Hedger Humor, creativity, motherhood, writing, drawing, cartoons, humor
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FAQ
How many episodes does Creative Jumpstart: Inspiration, Motivation, and Insight for Writers, Artists, and Creatives have?
Creative Jumpstart: Inspiration, Motivation, and Insight for Writers, Artists, and Creatives currently has 20 episodes available.
What topics does Creative Jumpstart: Inspiration, Motivation, and Insight for Writers, Artists, and Creatives cover?
The podcast is about Writer, Artist, Entrepreneur, Entrepreneurship, Creativity, Creative, Storytelling, Humor, Podcasts, Inspiration, Arts, Business, Advice and Coaching.
What is the most popular episode on Creative Jumpstart: Inspiration, Motivation, and Insight for Writers, Artists, and Creatives?
The episode title 'Storyteller + Filmmaker Charlotte Moore: Follow Your Inspiration' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on Creative Jumpstart: Inspiration, Motivation, and Insight for Writers, Artists, and Creatives?
The average episode length on Creative Jumpstart: Inspiration, Motivation, and Insight for Writers, Artists, and Creatives is 33 minutes.
How often are episodes of Creative Jumpstart: Inspiration, Motivation, and Insight for Writers, Artists, and Creatives released?
Episodes of Creative Jumpstart: Inspiration, Motivation, and Insight for Writers, Artists, and Creatives are typically released every 14 days.
When was the first episode of Creative Jumpstart: Inspiration, Motivation, and Insight for Writers, Artists, and Creatives?
The first episode of Creative Jumpstart: Inspiration, Motivation, and Insight for Writers, Artists, and Creatives was released on Oct 16, 2020.
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