On this episode Tucker shares he’s been all work and no play, and how doing something fun (like the ride we went on) can recharge creativity and mental health. We dive into the importance of hobbies as “meditation,” the struggle to truly relax in a hustle culture, and how physical activity can reset your mind.We also explore creative ruts: Tucker shares how a 100-day creative challenge and a “just do it” mindset transformed his life, while the I reflect on overcoming perfectionism (after sitting...
Mar 16, 2025•56 min•Season 2Ep. 8
In this episode, we sit down with Bangi and chat about embracing the unknown and pushing creative boundaries. Bangi opens up about his journey from rapper to a versatile creative force, thriving in music, filmmaking, fashion, and content creation. He shares how necessity sparked his filmmaking career, fueled by mentorship, relentless hard work, and a refusal to be pigeonholed. I reflect on my own creative struggles of balancing fulfillment with financial stability and share how cycling became my...
Mar 03, 2025•40 min•Season 2Ep. 7
On this episode we ride with Rachel and talk about her journey into photography, her experiences with social media, the challenges of balancing a full-time job with creative pursuits, and how cycling and mountain biking have become key parts of her life. Throughout the episode, she discusses her creative process, the evolution of her career, and how her relationship with social media and her creative work has changed. T he discussion explores the intersection of passion and practicality, navigat...
Feb 17, 2025•1 hr 11 min
Show Notes: In this episode, I sit down with Shawn, who not only shares his creative journey but also inspired the new format of the podcast. After a conversation with Shawn, I realized how powerful it would be to bring creativity and physical activity together, and this episode marks the start of that journey. We talk about how stepping outside of your comfort zone, trying new things, and rediscovering hobbies can break through creative blocks and open the door to fresh ideas. Shawn shares how ...
Feb 03, 2025•36 min•Season 2Ep. 5
Grab your helmet and join us for a ride! In this episode, we're catching up with Josh as he gets back on a mountain bike for the first time in ages. We're talking about the highs and lows of revisiting old hobbies, how it boosts our creativity and why getting physical can be a game-changer for mental clarity. Tune in, take a trip down memory lane with us, and maybe get inspired to revisit one of your own past passions.
Jan 20, 2025•43 min•Season 2Ep. 4
In this episode, we sit down with @RossTheisen for a conversation that blends creativity, personal growth, and mountain biking. From swallowing bugs on the trail to sharing reflections on burnout and rediscovering joy, we dive deep into what it means to step out of your comfort zone and find balance. Ross discusses his first-ever mountain biking experience and how it became a metaphor for overcoming challenges, embracing hobbies, and building a life that energizes and fulfills. In this episode, ...
Jan 06, 2025•56 min•Season 2Ep. 3
On this episode of The Creative Bloc Podcast, I sit down with Paula Ceron, a dynamic content creator and entrepreneur, to discuss self-discovery, overcoming limitations, and thriving in business and creativity. In this episode, we cover: •Breaking through self-doubt with a growth mindset. •How your environment and support system shape your success. •The journey of starting a podcast and pursuing passion projects. •Tips for balancing personal growth with professional goals. Whether you’re navigat...
Dec 23, 2024•1 hr 1 min•Season 2Ep. 2
Season 2 of the Creative Bloc Podcast is here! After hitting a creative wall and taking a long break, we're back with a fresh perspective—and a bike! Join me as I dive into stories about creativity, burnout, and how mountain biking reignited my passion for podcasting. In this episode, you’ll learn: Why I paused the podcast and how I found the courage to return. The surprising role of mountain biking in rediscovering creativity. The importance of balancing work, life, and creative pursuits. Why y...
Dec 16, 2024•7 min•Season 2Ep. 1
In this episode, Chrisitan from Florez Media shares a lot of what's helped him grow as a creative from finding mentors, developing authentic relationships not only with clients but fellow creatives, the importance of storytelling, business etiquette, and what holds many people back from scaling and growing to where they want to be in their journey.
Apr 29, 2022•1 hr 14 min•Season 1Ep. 24
In this episode, guest Mark Keena talks about how he has transitioned from video production to music production and how to stay motivated when going through the "dip" many creatives find themselves in at one point or another and breakthrough to the next level.
Apr 25, 2022•59 min•Season 1Ep. 23
They say, "If you build it, they will come." And that's is precisely what Blake Cherubini has done alongside his brother with their Youtube channel and helping grow the local mountain bike community at Horns Hill. Whether shredding the local trails or at various Bike parks around the country, Blake is documenting every step in front and behind the camera. We talk about building community, filmmaking for action sports, and simply doing the things you enjoy doing. Having found a passion in mountai...
Apr 01, 2022•1 hr 20 min•Season 1Ep. 22
With over 17k subscribers on Youtube, 15k on Instagram, and a growing audience on Tik Tok, Johnny Hochstetler talks about his approach to growing as a creator online by creating authentic content and how it helped him land his dream job as a Content Manager with Ghost.
Mar 16, 2022•1 hr 27 min•Season 1Ep. 21
What does that mean to give yourself grace? This is something that we often deprive ourselves of. To me, it means to know that you’re not perfect and don’t need to always have the answers or have it all figured out. It means to allow yourself to live in the present and enjoy where you are right now on your journey. This is a motto that Dakota lives by and has allowed her to grow her personal brand and be successful in her wedding film business. We talk about giving ourselves grace, building mean...
Mar 02, 2022•1 hr 15 min•Season 1Ep. 20
From building a skate ramp just for kicks to later transforming it into a creative space that empowers others to grow and chase their dreams one step at a time, Tucker has built the space he wishes he had early on with Goodlife Studios. We talk about how he got his creative start and how community building plays a significant role in improving the overall quality of life. It was a fun conversation that reinforced the importance of collaboration and community to level up in all aspects of life.
Feb 15, 2022•1 hr 35 min
In this episode, we have a fellow photo and video creator Aidan Minton. We get a look at what he's got going on and how he's forging his own path by focusing on betting on yourself, making that move, enjoying the ride, and investing heavily in relationships.
Feb 06, 2022•1 hr 11 min•Season 1Ep. 18
In this episode, we talk about consistency and how to build good habits and practices to come up with content, copy for posts, and keep motivated in general in this creative world. I struggle to find that fleeting feeling of fulfillment and accomplishment as many other creatives do. Ross talks about how he tackles that and provides some practical advice that anyone and start applying today.
Dec 17, 2021•1 hr 4 min
In this episode, we have another good friend, filmmaker and content creator, and YouTuber Michael Tobin. Through consistency and grind, he’s been able to amass at the time of airing over 45k subscribers on YouTube. We get into details on what it takes to not only build an audience online but how to monetize and turn it into a full-time job. Join us today and listen.
Dec 01, 2021•1 hr 19 min
In this episode, Landon talks about how he's leveraged social media to grow his business from his bedroom to two storefronts in just a few short years.
Nov 17, 2021•1 hr 6 min
In this episode, we have Mitch Hoover. Mitch is a mechanical engineer who, pretty much right after college, turned to the creative life and became one of the founders and the creative director of the Creative Agency Elevate Creative. We talk about his transition from engineering to starting an agency, building your network, and growing your video production business.
Feb 20, 2021•1 hr 5 min
On this episode of the podcast, we have a special guest Will Fairbanks. He's a man of many talents. He's a Director, Cinematographer, Musician, and Writer sharing his talents with the world. We talk about his roots and how faith has led him to be where he is today.
Jan 18, 2021•1 hr 34 min
Athletic Trainer, Life Coach, and Entrepreneur Stony Burks makes a stop on the podcast and sheds light on his perspective on holding people accountable and showing them there's greatness to be attained by working hard and helping others grow along the way.
Dec 05, 2020•51 min
In this episode, we have fellow filmmaker Damola Ajanaku "D'Moe," or as some know him online, Mr. Victorious bless us with his story. D'Moe got his start in the creative world by creating content to grow his nutritional supplement sales. Little did he know he would end up falling in love with storytelling and bringing vibrant images to life. We talk about understanding where you are right now is where you're supposed to be—There's lots to be learned at every level, which will propel you to the n...
Nov 16, 2020•54 min
In this episode, our special guest is documentary filmmaker Nathan Agin of Moribund Studios. He talks about how he got his start in the industry, his approach to creating documentaries, and how to get them seen online particularly on Amazon Prime. His film Food Truck Chefs was very well received and has garnered a lot of attention on Amazon Prime. We talk about his most recent project " Long Live the Spiral" which is a documentary series on the hit game Wizards101 and how it even came to be. Thi...
Oct 26, 2020•1 hr 1 min
In this episode, we have fellow creative, YouTuber with almost 800k subs, and soccer player Andrew McEwen. He is the founder of the Mcew Brand. Which takes pride in transmitting the life lifestyle of STRIVING through football, music, and apparel. We talk about how the brand was brought to life out of his college dorm room. We also get into the concept of creating and with a purpose and not just for vanity metrics. Join us in the conversation and give it a listen.
Sep 30, 2020•57 min
In this episode, we have photographer and social media content specialist Andrew Downing. He’s worked with some of your favorite NBA players, brands, and artists like Stephen Curry, Under Armor, and NYC’s Gloss Gang. Andrew is another creative whom I’ve shared many conversations in the DM’s with, and on this episode, we get to share the discussion with you. We talk bout how to create the work that you want, and we also get a peek into his thought process on educating fellow creatives and musicia...
Aug 31, 2020•59 min
The secret to success isn't really that much of a secret. You have consistently practice, put in the work, and surround yourself with others that will push you to be great. John is someone who has found success by doing just that and strives to help other creatives get there. We talk about his start in the creative world, his creative agency Doola Creative, how he's helping creatives automate their processes to get more clients and make a business out of their talent, FPV drones, and making a na...
Jul 17, 2020•54 min
Social media has revolutionized the sports industry. As we all know, one of the most powerful uses of social media is the ability to communicate with people all over the world quickly. Today, teams and sports leverage social media to engage with fans, recap highlights, and share their stories. With this, it has transformed the culture of how we consume sports in an unprecedented way. In this episode, we have David Aaron, who has played a role in shaping how we consume sports on social media toda...
Jun 12, 2020•52 min
In today's episode, Josh Emerick talks about how to become a better leader by empowering your team and creating processes. By creating procedures, you can create alignment, and provide the tools for everyone to communicate better and complete each goal as much as possible.
May 29, 2020•1 hr 6 min
In this episode, we have one of my best friends Aaron Butt from The Aaron Wants to Know Podcast. Aaron is a podcaster, father, and athlete who's wisdom, positivity, and encouragement to make the best out of every situation; has helped me become the person I am today. We talk about building self-confidence and improving your lifestyle by seeking out positive influences. We get into why he started his podcast Aaron Wants to Know. The influence podcasting has in today's world. How you don't really ...
May 15, 2020•1 hr 7 min
In this episode, WYHD Podcast host Ross Thiesen shares his thoughts on storytelling and how to be intentional with the message you're trying to get across. We also talk about how to "Steal Like an Artist" and use that approach to craft your own original ideas and develop your own voice.
May 01, 2020•54 min
