
Creator's Cafe
Host Jessica Payne of Kika Labs breaks down the subtle and the sublime of the creative process with inspiring artists at the Creator's Cafe.
More info at https://www.kikalabs.com
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Episodes
36 episodes
35. Fern Madden: Revealing Radiance
Makeup artist Fern Madden encourages us to find our signature look that allows our natural beauty to shine through. Follow: https://www.fernmaddenmakeup.com/IG:
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Episode 35
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1:13:11

34. Tehran: The Trojan Philosopher
Comedian Tehran and I dig into "freedom of speech, pushing thoughs, pushing the envelope, broadening horizons to absurdity and bringing everyone together." Follow: @iamtehran...
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Episode 34
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59:38

33. Amy Kersten: Controlling the Edit
Filmmaker Amy Kersten and I discuss the importance of learning the skills to take your project from concept to the finish line.Follow: IG @AmyKerstenFilm IG:
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Episode 33
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49:59

32. John Mason: Olympic Level Presence
Olympics Swimming Host John Mason and I talk about the art of hosting and how to be present when the stakes are high. Follow: IG: @officialjohnmasonJohn's
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Episode 32
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56:21

31. Sergine Dumais: On My "X"
Director Sergine Dumais and I explore her journey from Montreal to LA and owning her calling as a director.Follow: @serginedumais |
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Episode 31
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52:50

30. Jonathan Unger - Producing Impact
Producing CEO Jonathan Unger and I bond over refusing to stay in one lane and the importance of choosing your collaborators purposefully. Follow: Unger Media
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Episode 30
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56:06

29. Maggie Szabo: Owning the Risk
Recording Artist Maggie Szabo and I talk about writing songs for Eurovision and TVFollow: IG: @officialmaggieszabo
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Episode 29
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50:58

28. Thomas Stockwell: Think Bigger
Creative Executive Thomas Stockwell encourages us to create weirder and more innovative worlds for emerging VR capabilities. Follow: @onthelam84
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Episode 28
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1:01:05

27. Suzanne Schmidt: Loving the Work
Actress Suzanne Schmidt and I dive into how she aims for loving what she's doing 80% of the time. Follow: Suzanne on IG: @suzannejschmidtSuzanne's
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Episode 27
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49:36

26. Robin Nyström: Building the Band
Filmmaker Robin Nyström reveals how his art is inspired by the team he builds. Follow: Personal website: https://www.robinnystrom.com/Nicolif...
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Episode 26
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53:04

25. Jess Paul: It's Not Cake
25. Jess Paul: It's Not CakeFilmmaker and actor Jess Paul and I dish on indie films and the dark side of the industry while she is wearing a croissant on her head. It makes sense.Follow: IG:
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Episode 25
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58:07

24. Brandon Stansell: It's My Music
Country music singer/songwriter Brandon Stansell and I dig into the raw truths from trailblazing queer rights in country music to enjoying a more intimate present story. Follow:
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Episode 24
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50:27

23. Carolina Alvarez: Making it Work
Filmmaker Carolina Alvarez and I dish on finishing post on her first feature film! Follow: Carolina's IG: @lafemmecarolinaFemme Regard Website:
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Episode 23
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48:08

22. Ian Weinreich: Darkly Comic Vibes
TV Writer Ian Weinreich and I talk about the writer's balancing act between individual contribution and group collaboration.Follow: IG: ianweinreich
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Episode 22
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51:54

21. Candace Jade Lewis: Feeding the Inner Child
Candace Jade Lewis and I dig in the sandbox of finding great work through play. On-Camera Coaching with Jessica Follow: IG: @candacejlewis | W...
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57:39

20. Jeremy Urann: Bigger and Better
Jeremy and I talk turning insecurities into assets into gigs. Follow: @jeremyurannwww.jeremyurann.comCreator's Chal...
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Episode 20
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52:52

19. Miky Mik: Channeling Myself
Miky Mik and I dig in to how creating power pop rock music videos and working towards her PhD in Microbiology are both expressions of the same creative explorationFollow:
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Episode 19
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49:02

18. Luca Malacrino: Chasing the Excitement
Luca Malacrino talk about how he navigates the rollercoaster ride of a creative career by getting in the driver's seat and steering towards the excitement.Follow: IG: @gluca...
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52:31

17. Kristen Klehr: Bearing Fruit
Kristen Klehr and I talk about how to set up the right conditions for satisfying artistic collaborations and our respect for those people actually putting themselves out "on the field" artistically (and in rugby!)Follow: IG <...
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Episode 17
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51:53

16. Paul Perri: Being the Cello
Paul Perri and I dig into the terror and glory of surrendering yourself as an artist. Check out Paul's body of work: IMDB
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Episode 16
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58:50

15. Bri Oglu: Defining One Voice
Bri Oglu and I talk about using your journey to define your voice and your aesthetic. Follow: IG: @briogluWebs...
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Episode 15
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48:52

14. Dr. Stephen Harrick - Pivot to Comics
Dr. Stephen Harrick and I catch up on Blue Men, Pulp, ComiCon, and his big swing from theatre to comics. Follow: IG: @stephenharrick StephenHarrickComics@gmail.com
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48:43

13. Sam DiSalvo: Somebody Needs to Hear This
13: Sam DiSalvo: Somebody Needs to Hear ThisSam DiSalvo and I chat celebrity sightings, lurking at standup gigs, posing as an Olson twin on AOL, cool-kid substacks, bar culture, and dealing with death in a wide-ranging fun and vulnerable co...
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Episode 13
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52:34
