Creative Slash
Have you ever wondered what secrets drive the most profound, successful, famous, and unique creatives?
Then the Creative Slash podcast is for you. We dig deep to discover the high-leverage concepts, philosophies, tools, weird obsessions, and quiet daily routines that fuel their success—the stuff that rarely gets talked about publicly.
You'll get an inside look at what really drives the world's greatest graphic designers, illustrators, and artists through in-depth interviews with creatives who've achieved both creative and financial success.
Hosted by Brad Woodard (bravethewoods.com) and Dustin Lee (retrosupply.co), each episode feels like you're hanging out with us after hours, having the kind of conversations that happen when the work day is done.
You'll walk away with fresh inspiration, new ideas, and practical advice you can actually use in both your creative work and personal life.
Episodes
18 episodes
Ep.018 – Scott Fuller – Lessons on Loyalty, Craft, and Clients Who Become Family
What do world-class logo design, Junior Olympic table tennis, and a mythical quest for the perfect Boo-Berry cereal have in common? Only Scott Fuller could tie them all together and somehow make it all practical, hilarious, and surprisingly hea...
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Episode 18
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1:45:44
Ep.017 – Jason Carne – Funeral Homes, Metal Shows, and the Secrets of a 20 Year Career
In this episode, we sit down with lettering artist and illustrator Jason Carne. From haunted Airbnbs to growing up in a funeral home, we cover a lot of ground. We also dig into how style and priorities shift over a 20-year creative ...
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Episode 17
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1:48:07
Ep.016 - The Real Risk Isn't What You Think
In this episode, Brad and Dustin delve into the true meaning of risk and why most creatives have it completely wrong. From quitting safe jobs to launching businesses with no guarantees, they unpack what actually makes something risky. ...
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1:06:54
Ep.015 - Marisol Ortega - Plant Babies, Miniature Ceramics, and Embracing the Weird
In this episode, Marisol Ortega joins Brad and Dustin to talk about embracing her cultural identity through bold color, designing for brands like Starbucks and Hallmark, and why she finally stopped toning herself down to fit in.They cov...
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Episode 15
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1:04:36
Episode 014 - Why You're Not Getting Hired
In this episode, Brad and Dustin talk through the frustrating gap between creative talent and actually getting hired. With over 250 applicants for a single RetroSupply role, Dustin shares his frustrations with finding the right hire and why eve...
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Episode 14
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1:02:02
Ep.013 - Josh Emrich - Star Wars, Twinkie Costumes, and Creating Repeat Clients
In this episode, Josh Emrich joins Brad and Dustin to talk about building a thriving design career even without a portfolio, learning the government’s beer label rules when nobody asked him to, and why some of the best creative work happens whe...
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Episode 13
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1:47:39
Ep.012 - JP Boneyard - Basketball, Backyard Concerts and How to Build Something Bigger than Yourself
In this episode, JP Boneyard joins Brad and Dustin to talk about building a concert series in a backyard shed, patiently emailing your heroes for 10 years straight, and why rejection isn’t scary when you have a sincere motive. They ...
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Episode 12
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1:57:45
Ep.011 - Jen Hood - Celebrity Encounters, Cellos and Keeping Hobbies As Hobbies
In this episode, Jen Hood (of Hoodzpah Design) joins Brad and Dustin to talk about making music in secret, accidentally hugging entire boardrooms, and why creative advice from people like tech bros doesn't always apply. They cover e...
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Episode 11
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1:53:13
Ep.010 - Josh Horton - Dharma Beer, Conspiracies and Prioritizing Story Over Status
In this episode, Josh joins Brad and Dustin to talk about the highs, lows, and existential crises behind running a creative conference today. From calling out “designfluencers” to chasing real, human stories on stage, Josh shares why the best s...
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Episode 10
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1:40:10
Ep. 009 - Mike Jones - Hot Dog Restaurants, Cheerleading and the Power of Service
Mike Jones joins Dustin and Brad to talk about the realities of building a creative career while staying true to what matters most. From running Creative South to juggling family, side ventures, and health, Mike shares hard-won lessons on inten...
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Episode 9
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1:41:02
Ep. 008 - We Tested These “Genius” Quotes (Some Are Trash)
Have you ever read a quote from someone influential and wondered: “Is this actually good advice or do we just think it is because a famous person said it?”In this episode, we put that question to the test. Dustin presents Brad with a ser...
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Episode 8
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58:40
Ep. 007 - Aaron Draplin - Insect Souls, Old Action Figures & the Pursuit of Freedom
Aaron Draplin doesn’t mince words. His ideas are as bold and unshakable as his design work. And on this sweltering afternoon in the Pacific Northwest, he was in a rare, reflective mood.From aliens to afterlives in design, Dra...
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Episode 7
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2:06:45
Ep. 006 - The Real Cost of Undervaluing Yourself
Why is pricing your creative work so damn hard?In this episode, Brad and Dustin get real about one of the messiest parts of being a creative: putting a price on your talent. Dustin shares the view from the other side of the t...
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Episode 6
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58:29
Ep. 005 – Armin Vit: The Voice Behind Brand New on Risk, Critique & Creative Discipline
Armin Vit is the sharp voice behind Brand New, one of the most widely read blogs on corporate and brand identity redesigns. As co-founder of
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Episode 5
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1:08:16
Ep. 004 - Discovering Joy in Your Work Today, by Pulling From Your Past
Leaning into the Nostalgia of Our Childhood, to Help Us Make Work We Love.In this episode, Brad and Dustin ask: How can pulling inspiration from our childhood help us make work we are excited about today? They share st...
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Episode 4
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46:39
Ep. 003 - Mary Kate McDevitt: Fake IDs, Telephones & Using Art as Your Voice
What if your creativity was the loudest voice in the room? In this episode of the Creative Slash Podcast, Brad and Dustin sit down with illustrator and letterer Mary Kate McDevitt to talk about aliens, simulated realities, and the m...
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Season 1
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Episode 3
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1:51:39
Ep. 002 - Redefining Success: What Creatives Learn Too Late
What We Thought We Wanted: Chasing Creative Goals, Awards, and FreedomIn this episode, Brad and Dustin get candid about the career goals they chased in their 20s. They talk about titles, awards, creative recognition, and how those ambiti...
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Episode 2
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59:26
Ep. 001 - Josh Ariza: Aliens, Jazz, and T-Shirts That Suck
From "just a t-shirt idea" to building a cult-followed brand... meet Josh Ariza, founder of Chomp!Josh has worked with Nike, Disney, Under Armour, and more — but his biggest creative success? A weird, wild, honest apparel bra...
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Season 1
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Episode 1
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1:37:41