
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
Transcripts and links at www.kikalabs.com/creators-cafe-shownotes
Episodes
43 episodes
42. Gabrielle Thomas - Championing the Fresh
Gabrielle and I dish on how to be a sneaky creator and get the wheel of creativity moving so much it feels inevitable. My guest, Gabrielle Thomas, is a Director and Producer based in LA. She works across film, TV, commercials, and m...
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41. Megan Green - Embracing Power in Heartbreak
Megan reveals how she stays committed to her craft through the tough times and creates stories of people rising above their situation. My guest Megan Green is an award-winning screenwriter based in Los Angeles. Megan's work ha...
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Episode 41
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1:05:44

40. Jerome Kurtenbach - Wear the Hats You Have
Jerome lets the spark of the story start a composition. JEROME KURTENBACH WRITER | DIRECTOR | COMPOSERJerome Kurtenbach loves to tell stories! He has directed and written several films in conjunction with h...
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Episode 40
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1:02:16

39. Clara Griffith - The Art is the Adventure
Clara GriffithMy guest Clara Griffith is a visual artist based in Austin, Texas. She is also my sister-in-law! Coming from classical training in music and art, she now works across mediums, from painting and photograph...
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Episode 39
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1:02:08

38. Marshall Knight - Getting the Ideas Out
TV writer Marshall Knight and I connect on the need to create or explode, and on crafting a career that fits his indoor cat personality. My guest Marshall Knight is a Hollywood TV writer. Most recently, he and his writing part...
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Episode 38
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1:01:44

37. Rachel Lee - Bold Branding
Rachel Lee and I dig into finding yourself to bravely embody your own brand. My guest, Rachel Lee, is an artist, designer, and co-founder of Neo Genesis, a personal branding agency for creatives and misfit entrepreneurs who are read...
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Episode 37
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1:08:54

36. Jacob Smith: Sounds Like Shenanigans
The always delightful Jacob Smith and I chew on how to take your craft seriously and yourself silly-ly. My guest is Jacob Smith, an audio expert who lives in Las Vegas and hails from Louisiana. Jacob is a dear friend, but we'll get ...
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Episode 36
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1:12:42

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
