In this episode of the Creative Confidential podcast, host Bryan Tuk interviews William Childs, a marketer, creative consultant, writer, and teacher. They discuss Childs' book, Child's Play, and the importance of creativity in various aspects of life. They also explore the challenges of living a creative life, the need for a culture of creativity in organizations, and the impact of technology on creativity. The conversation highlights the value of curiosity, embracing change, and being open to n...
Sep 02, 2024•46 min
This episode of the podcast was recorded before a live audience at Musikfest 2024 in Bethlehem, PA. This episode is sponsored by Lehigh University. Dick Boak is an illustrator, luthier, musician and storyteller who exemplifies the concept of leading an interdisciplinary creative life. For more about this interview, please subscribe to the newsletter at http://bryantuk.substack.com
Aug 22, 2024•44 min
This episode is a brief overview of what to expect at our first ever live event at Musikfest in Bethlehem, PA on August 8th. Our guests will include three dynamic and accomplished creatives from different fields: William Childs, Paul Miller a/k/a DJ Spooky and Dick Boak. To subscribe to the newsletter, please visit: http://bryantuk.substack.com/about
Jul 21, 2024•13 min
For those that work in the creative industries, is "content" a dirty word? I posed this question to my readers last week and got some thought provoking responses, some of which appear in this episode. Join the newsletter community: http://bryantuk.substack.com Please support the contributors on this episode: Shawn Cav: https://shawncav.substack.com/ Jamie Dibs: https://jamiedibs.substack.com/
Mar 08, 2024•18 min
Chris Cummings is a drummer, educator, songwriter, producer and bandleader based in Easton, PA. While known for playing with jazz legends in the Chris Cummings Trio, he has been drummer for New York roots rock artist, Dave Goddess for the last eight years and the improv group, The Appropriation Committee, for the last four years. In addition to teaching, Chris is also a first call session drummer in the area. In 2023, Chris began releasing music as a songwriter and producer under the moniker Chr...
Nov 07, 2023•35 min
In this episode, Bryan Tuk discusses how First Amendment and free speech battles are being played out right in your own towns before your eyes. To subscribe to the newsletters, please visit https://bryantuk.substack.com/subscribe?
Sep 23, 2021•9 min
The legal landscape has shifted in favor of NCAA student athletes. The Supreme Court's recent decision in NCAA v. Alston has conclusively demolished the NCAA's anticompetitive restrictions on student athlete compensation. For more information, please visit http://tuklaw.com
Jul 22, 2021•19 min
There are a lot of people out there who are suffering the psychological effects of the COVID19 shutdown. In this episode, Bryan Tuk interviews Winden Rowe, therapist and author about what mental health trends she sees in society and some strategies to work through those issues. There will be more in-depth analysis in this week's newsletter, click here to join: http://bryantuk.substack.com To learn more about Winden: https://thecenterksq.com
Oct 27, 2020•48 min
Business systems and consumer patterns evolve over time. There can be no reasonable doubt about that. To deny that would be beyond foolish. But here is where the rubber hits the road: musicians have been more economically self destructive than other creatives. Check out our weekly newsletter here: http://bryantuk.substack.com
Aug 06, 2020•14 min
A new companion to the audio podcast comes to your email inbox every Thursday morning! Introducing Creative Confidential: The Newsletter. You can check it out here: http://bryantuk.substack.com
Jun 16, 2020•3 min
The Coronavirus Crisis has caused the unexpected and abrupt nationwide closure of many live performances and concert tours. Everyone involved in the production of these events has been hurt by the upheaval and the continuing uncertainty. In this episode, we explore the effect that the Coronavirus Crisis has had on live performers, specifically for musicians, storytellers and DJs, as well as what the crisis means for presenters of live events. Bryan Tuk will be joined by Patrick Brogan, ArtsQuest...
Mar 25, 2020•32 min
Once upon a time, thousands of years ago, ancient peoples began the practice of making annual promises to the gods, or perhaps their king or queen about loyalty to the throne. That practice has endured to this day. We have all made them: more exercise, weight loss, a focus on spirituality perhaps. From experience, we probably all know that by the summer, if not by the spring, that those resolutions fall by the wayside. In fact, almost 80% of such resolutions fail by February. Read more: http://t...
Jan 01, 2020•6 min
Bryan, Dave and Dan breakdown the final two episodes of The Madalorian on Disney+. What went right? What didn’t? Thoughts on the entire first season, and what may be in store for Season 2. Call for writers, playwrights, storytellers and poets! If you want a chance to perform your work in front of a live audience, check this call for submissions for Rhythm & Words: A Spoken Word Event on March 22, 2020 in Kennett Square, PA. Call for Submissions Link is here: https://www.grooveksq.com/pager...
Dec 31, 2019•49 min
Bryan, Dave & Dan breakdown Chapter 6: The Prisoner… What went right? What went wrong? Why is Bobby Elvis in space? Check out the episode to find out. You can follow the show on Twitter, IG, and FB. View us on the web at: http://cre8rconfidential.com You can follow Dan Bradley here: https://www.facebook.com/RealDanzyDanz/
Dec 18, 2019•30 min
Bryan and Dave are joined again by Philadelphia are comedian Dan Bradley for a look at Chapter 5 of The Mandalorian. Follow the show on FB, Instagram or Twitter. You can follow Dan Bradley right here: https://www.facebook.com/RealDanzyDanz/
Dec 12, 2019•52 min
Bryan and Dave are joined by Philly area comedian Dan Bradley for a deep dive into Chapter 4: Sanctuary... You can follow the show on IG, Twitter and FB Follow Dan Bradley on IG at @realdanzydanz
Dec 11, 2019•48 min
Bryan and David break down Chapter 3 The Mandalorian on Disney+, debating this stuff more than any two rational people should… What was The Sin? Is there too much borrowing from the Avengers? Is "complexify" a word? Listen and hear for yourself….
Dec 06, 2019•39 min
For New Jersey small business owners, entrepreneurs and those participating in the gig economy, life is now tougher in New Jersey. New Jersey just made life very difficult for all employers in every industry, specifically small businesses. In New Jersey, business owners can now be criminally charged and fined up to $5,000.00 per day for misclassifying workers as independent contractors. For more detail: http://bit.ly/TukLawNJBiz Visit the podcast on the web: http://cre8rconfidential.com
Nov 29, 2019•10 min
We go firmly into legal territory on this episode. Taylor Swift is waging a very public campaign against the company that owns many of her master recordings. Her audience seemingly is following suit. Social media is providing people a way to broadcast threats. We live in divided times. A private equity firm ends up with control of Ms. Swift’s master recordings. Analysis of the real root of this story is in this episode: the negotiation of the original licensing or production contracts and how th...
Nov 22, 2019•14 min
This week, Bryan and David break down episode 2 of The Mandalorian, what happened, and where the story may go from here. Also, what is an odd time signature? You'll see. Join the podcast's Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/cre8rconfidential/ You can follow the show on Twitter, IG and FB or on the web at: http://cre8rconfidential.com Presented by Tuk Law Offices http://tuklaw.com
Nov 18, 2019•33 min
In this episode, Bryan and David break down the first episode of The Mandalorian, which premiered on Disney+ this week. Prepare for Star Wars nerdery. To follow the show: Twitter: @CRE8Rcnfdntl Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CRE8RconfidentialPodcast/ Web: http://cre8rconfidential.com Presented by Tuk Law Offices http://tuklaw.com
Nov 15, 2019•1 hr 11 min
Estelle Tracy is a food writer and chocolate sommelier based in Kennett Square. After moving countries in 2002, the French native fell in love with the modern American food scene and she's been writing about it ever since. A seasoned blogger, she's also the author of three books, including a food survival guide for French expats in the US. She published the third version of the guide thanks to a Kickstarter campaign which raised 140% of its initial goal. Find out more at http://gumroad.com/estel...
Sep 24, 2019•1 hr
In this interview on WCHE 1520AM, Bryan discusses the release of the upcoming LP by The Bryan Tuk Complex entitled Life in High Gravity, plus the evolution of the band and the project with interviewer Donna Saul and his collaborator, Nolan Wible. To preorder your copy: go to http://bryantukcomplex.com WCHE AM audio used with permission.
Aug 24, 2019•27 min
Jack Maxwell is a world traveler, actor, and television presenter from Boston, MA. Jack had a very successful show on the Travel Channel, The Booze Traveler, which ran for over 60 episodes through four seasons. Suddenly, Jack’s world was upended by a diagnosis with Non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma, which he fought successfully. In the course of his cancer treatments, Jack was introduced to CBD oil, which was effective for him. That began a new inquiry into the current state of medical marijuana, and ultim...
May 24, 2019•41 min
Episode 57: Angela Shelton, screenwriter, actor, director by Bryan Tuk
Jan 28, 2019•1 hr 6 min
Alexandra Kay March is Philadelphia-based singer-song writer who cites her influences and sound somewhere where Woody Guthrie, Judy Garland and Roberta Flack meet and sing songs around the fire. Alexandra's terrific Debut EP, When the Garden Reveals Itself on Blacbird Records (Joe Nicolo) is now available on iTunes, Spotify, Amazon Music, etc. Alexandra was voted one of Philly's Rising Artists of 2017, and on this episode, you'll hear why. Follow CRE8Rconfidential on Twitter and Facebook. On the...
Dec 10, 2018•18 min
"It represents community, partnership, collaboration." In Pittsburgh's northside district, Al Grasso and his partners are not only building a craft brewery and tap house, they are building a community in a neighborhood not far from where they grew up. It is, in many ways, a classic Pittsburgh story. Kids grow up, they leave, they return and they stay for the long haul. The founders of Allegheny City Brewing are doing the hard work, making connections with and between patrons that will endure lon...
Jun 16, 2018•23 min
Solo: A Star Wars Story debuted on May 25th and Bryan and Dave break the film down in detail. There are spoilers in this review, so you have been warned! Our man in Dearborn, Michigan brings his unusual level of detail to his analysis and levity ensues. Before we go there, this is a quick reminder that if you want to get on my mailing list, for updates about future podcast episodes, essays, or live events, just text CREATOR to 66866, and you will start to receive updates via email. Good storytel...
Jun 05, 2018•1 hr
District 97 is a modern progressive rock band from Chicago that brings a lot to the table. They are currently out on tour celebrating the band’s tenth anniversary and working out new material for their upcoming fourth studio album. D97 is running a Kickstarter campaign to fund the production of their next album. To support that effort (and you should!) GO HERE. Today, we get a chance to (virtually) ride in the van with the band on tour somewhere in upstate New York on their way to their next sho...
May 10, 2018•36 min
Every so often it's time to spruce the joint up. Since the last episodes aired, I wrote and published a book: risk, create, change: a survival guide for startups & creators, which is now available in paperback and Kindle on Amazon.com. If you are interested in the content of the podcast, the book is pretty closely aligned and will aid you your professional journey. http://riskcreatechange.com Then I went and recorded some new bumpers for the show (who says you can't have a soundtrack compris...
May 10, 2018•5 min
