This episode we share a little creative inspiration and insight for our creative brewers. We go into the 3 C’s- Call it Forth, Commit and Create It. Everything that you see around you was built off these 3 concepts. What’s even better is that the same creative power that has built the things around you-you have in you as well. This was recorded live at Panels Comics and Coffee Shop. Some inspiration for the Creative/Entrepreneurial/Athletic community. SHARE, SUBSCRIBE, COMMENT SUPPORT THE SHOW w...
Jun 14, 2022•15 min
This episode we share the story of Marisa DeLuca (She/Her) is an artist working in painting, drawing, and photography. Her practice examines time, memory, nostalgia, and systemic inequality. Marisa comes from a background of community engagement through nonprofit service in the arts sector. She is founder and President of the nonprofit Artists in Solidarity, an artist collective that raises funds for migrant families through charity art auctions. Marisa is a San Diego native based in Oceanside, ...
May 27, 2022•1 hr 1 min
This episode we are talking about Faith. An incredible book I’ve read called the Surrender Experiment is an excellent example of learning how to say yes to your yes and no to the rest. There are times in our lives where the universe has left us breadcrumbs in our own creative journeys and we didn’t have the faith to see where it would lead. Instead going a direction that was safe and secure. There’s nothing wrong with that all-but what if we had a little faith and took a chance on ourselves, who...
May 23, 2022•24 min
This episode I talk with a legend in amateur wrestling. Ken Chertow, a U.S. Olympian, and 3x All-American from Penn State University, shares his origin story. From the mountains of West Virginia to Penn State University. He is the owner of Ken Chertow Training Camps that’s he’s ran for 20 + years. Some of the best wrestlers on the national and world level has been in his camps. He shares his passion for the sport, marketing the sport, creative concepts and building an incredible mindset for succ...
May 17, 2022•49 min
This episode we share the journey of Michelle Beaton aka Beats. She shares her journey from playing basketball to jumping in hospitality. Feeling ready to pivot she found herself going into personal training and now forming her own brand called Beats Fitness. We talk consistency, being authentic, what creativity really is and becoming a bike addict, and why fitness is a way of life, not an overnight transformation. As always she gives us her creative tip and ending words of wisdom for our audien...
May 10, 2022•57 min
This special brew episode was recorded at Dark Moon Roasters in Henderson, NV. Sharing my thoughts from competing in the US Open for Wrestling that was in Las Vegas, Nevada this past weekend. Giving shoutouts to all the people who supported in someway or fashion. Special shoutout to my wife Heather and my old high school coach Al Miller for being in my corner during the tournament. Like what you hear? You can support the creative journey for price of a cup of coffee at www.buymeacoffee.com/TheCr...
May 03, 2022•14 min
TBT from one of our earlier episodes on the show with the hardest working man in the San Diego comics scene, Matt Dunford. Recorded at Panels Coffee and Comics in Oceanside, we talked comics, the San Diego Comic Fest, creative tips and his intense love for Spiderman. Check it out today. Also if you're in the area get your tickets for the SD Comic Fest that will run April 21-24, 2022 at the Sheraton Hotel in San Diego. The guest of honor is Peter David, one of the most consistent writers in the b...
Apr 19, 2022•24 min
It’s inspirational Tuesday and we’re talking about Fuel. What are you adding or investing in that’s going to keep your fire going. Keep you locked in on your vision when nothing seems to be working. Inspired from Jim Rohn, you have to have a list of compelling reasons to keep you becoming the best version of you. The more reasons you have in accomplishing anything the less likely you are to give up when it gets tough. SHARE, SUBSCRIBE, COMMENT What are your compelling reasons? What keeps you goi...
Apr 12, 2022•16 min
In this episode, we share the story of best selling author of the book The Art of Living, interpreted from the writings of Epictetus, from Sharon Lebell. We talk creativity, stoicism, how the philosophy of Epictetus has stood the test of time. I even got to listen to her makeshift instrument that has no name, but she loves making music on it! She gave out some incredible creative tips and words of wisdom to share with our audience. If you want to purchase a book or connect with her for any media...
Apr 05, 2022•48 min
In this episode, we recorded live from Panels Comics and Coffee in Oceanside, Ca. As we talk about the comparison game. We see it all the time, I know I’ve done it, comparing my life to someone else’s life. Many times celebrities, influencers, etc. We have to stop comparing one’s story to someone else’s story. There’s no comparison. The things that you’ve experienced is what makes you-you. We can always be inspired by others, nothing wrong with that. But when we define our success based on someo...
Apr 04, 2022•21 min
Throwback Tuesday episode This episode is is inspired by the book I’m currently reading, Do it Anyway by Coach Jim Miller and the 10x book by Grant Cardone. We talk about dictating your pace. That we can get control of how we want to show up in life, at the pace we want to create, love and live that’s when we can decide the energy and the effort we want to give out for your family, clients, audience, society and this planet. Some Tuesday inspiration for anyone feeling like they are hanging on to...
Mar 29, 2022•30 min
In this episode, we share the colorful story of Eliza the Chef. She shares her story of becoming an executive chef, to the opportunity of being able to compete and win Food Network’s Chopped, and now teaching high school kids how to empower themselves by learning how to cook. Her journey does come with her share of challenges, figuring out who she is and what really matters. Many times in life the breadcrumbs are always there-leading us to the direction that we need to go. For media inquiries, c...
Mar 22, 2022•55 min
133.Are you a Professional In this episode, we talk about the difference between an amateur and a professional. This is so important for this generation now in what we call the gig economy, we dabble in a bunch of things but not really committed to really going the direction we are meant to go. Some of these concepts were taken from The Art of Living, based on the stoic philosophy of Epictetus and interpreted by author Sharon Lebell. Some Tuesday inspiration for the Creative/Entrepreneurial/Athl...
Mar 15, 2022•24 min
In this episode we share the story of Simon Drew. A creative savant. A Photographer. Philosopher. Poet. Musician. Podcaster. It’s very hard to place a description on a man that loves to create and express from who he is. He help found the Walled Garden, which is a community of thinkers and creatives, providing a space and platform to share and promote ideas that helps society. He has a new book out called Poet and the Sage-a collection of poems, steeped in stoicism. He shares a wealth of knowled...
Mar 08, 2022•59 min
In this episode we share the story of Dr. Coyte Cooper, a high performance coach and speaker. A talented wrestler in high school and college, he was able to get a professor position with UNC-Chapel Hill. A great position within his grasp, the course of journey pivoted when one door closed and another opened. Leading to a Ted X talk, online courses, speaking across the country. Now he and his family travel across the country in their RV discovering new places and experiencing life for what it cou...
Mar 01, 2022•58 min
In this episode we share the story of Amanda Leve. An up and coming star in the PFL, a pro Mma fight league. She’s also one of the top grapplers in the world beating one of the all-time greats in women’s jiu jitsu and giving her the moniker of Giant Slayer. But with all great athletes she shares some of the struggles and the changes she made to become not only a great fighter and grappler-but someone looking to learn and experience all of what life gives her. Follow her journey on IG @amandaleve...
Feb 22, 2022•34 min
In this episode we sit down and talk with social media branding specialist Jaqueline Farkas and her company Social Media Boutique on this episode. We talk about the joys of running a business, being a parent and digging deeper to bring out the best in every woman entrepreneur that she works with and creating content that connects emotionally with their audiences. For consultations, speaking engagements, or business inquiries reach out to her at: www.marketingserviceboutique.com IG @creativemarke...
Feb 15, 2022•42 min
In this episode we share the story of current Tenn. State basketball player Drew Williams. He’s currently partnered up with my Just Heart Apparel brand creating some unique merch for his personal brand. In this episode we go into his journey as a basketball player, the challenges and how faith and family has played a vital role in his development as a college athlete and more importantly as a good human being. You can follow him on IG @unkledrw and get his branded DRW merchandise here: https://j...
Feb 08, 2022•24 min
This episode we share the story of a legend in the wrestling community, Coach Jim Miller, a 10x DIII National Championship coach at Wartburg College. In his book, Do it Anyway, he shares golden nuggets of insight that allowed him to transform a college that hadn’t won a conference title into a collegiate dynasty and at the same time lifting up everyone around him to share in the success. This is an inspiring episode sure to get you going the right direction and getting you in the right frame of ...
Feb 01, 2022•35 min
126.Speak your Truth with Meech Speaks This episode we bring a charismatic self-help coach, speaker, and leader Demetrius Thigpen aka Meech Speaks. He has an incredible story from the streets of Detroit to becoming a military leader. Learning what 2020 and 2021 did to him and his transformation into what he’s creating now. He has a book out as well as other projects in the works for 2022. We talk about podcasting, creativity, music, mental health-I hope this episode brings incredible value for y...
Jan 25, 2022•48 min
125. Jon Reader This episode we bring back a past guest, a former DI National Champion and assist head wrestling coach at the University of Wisconsin, Jon Reader. A high energy personality, he shares what he’s been up to since the last episode. And you know with him he’s sharing a bunch of truth bombs for our audience. You can check him out on IG @jon_reader or on twitter @Jon_Reader Also good luck to the Wisconsin Badgers to the rest of their season. Creative Tip: Be Consistent in your preparat...
Jan 18, 2022•1 hr 19 min
This episode the topic is taking inventory. You can go as simple or detailed you want, but looking at the end of 2021 going into 2022 where can we take inventory on our lives. We don’t know what we don’t track. So figuring out if the people, places or environment around you last year was an asset or liability in your life. I broke down down somethings that were in my ecosystem things that went well and challenges that hit me. But learning how to create a healthy audit of what supported you and t...
Jan 11, 2022•24 min
This is from a past recorded interview with my good friend Dr. Jake Parrish and his show Victory Health.tv We were both past competitors in wrestling and against each other in high school and find it amazing that our paths were able to cross again. I share some insight with the sport of wrestling, business, mindset, inspiration and some spirituality-my kind of interview! Check this special episode out today and let me know what you think SUPPORT THE BREW www.buymeacoffee.com/TheCreativeBrew Earl...
Jan 10, 2022•54 min
This episode we bring back a past guest of our show, Julia Fister, co-founder of Studio ACE, an organization promoting art education through workshops, classes, partnerships. The pandemic hit this organization like everyone else over the past couple of years, but through this trial, they were able to rise up and have now expanded to offer more classes as well as open up a new Art Shop and Gallery promoting local artists in the area. Julia gives some creative tips and words of wisdom for our audi...
Dec 28, 2021•33 min
122.Gratitude SPONSORS Panels Comics and Coffee Some of the hottest graphic novels and comics out right now. They also have an assortment of merchandise, toys as well as back issue vintage comic boxes that are sure to have a few hidden gems in there. Mention the Creative Brew for 10% off of your next purchase Also share with me on IG or FB what are you reading right now? Check them out @panelscoffee or go to panelscoffee.com Elevate Coffee Trading If you appreciate specialty coffee, enjoy outdoo...
Dec 21, 2021•22 min
121.Operating System SPONSORS Panels Comics and Coffee Some of the hottest graphic novels and comics out right now. They also have an assortment of merchandise, toys as well as back issue vintage comic boxes that are sure to have a few hidden gems in there. Mention the Creative Brew for 10% off of your next purchase Also share with me on IG or FB what are you reading right now? Check them out @panelscoffee or go to panelscoffee.com Elevate Coffee Trading If you appreciate specialty coffee, enjoy...
Dec 14, 2021•36 min
This episode I’m sharing a story about a recent outing supporting some local artists at an Art Jam event at Coomber Craft Wines in Oceanside, Ca. Mingling and conversing with some of the people there, I had to step back for a moment and realize the connections I’ve made over the past few years, many that wouldn’t have ever happened if it wasn’t for the creation of this podcast. So for you, where are you connecting the dots? All the little impressions and daily legacies that you create, when you ...
Dec 07, 2021•14 min
SPONSORS Panels Comics and Coffee Some of the hottest graphic novels and comics out right now. They also have an assortment of merchandise, toys as well as back issue vintage comic boxes that are sure to have a few hidden gems in there. Mention the Creative Brew for 10% off of your next purchase Also share with me on IG or FB what are you reading right now? Check them out @panelscoffee or go to panelscoffee.com Elevate Coffee Trading If you appreciate specialty coffee, enjoy outdoor adventure, a...
Nov 30, 2021•24 min
SPONSORS Panels Comics and Coffee Some of the hottest graphic novels and comics out right now. They also have an assortment of merchandise, toys as well as back issue vintage comic boxes that are sure to have a few hidden gems in there. Mention the Creative Brew for 10% off of your next purchase Also share with me on IG or FB what are you reading right now? Check them out @panelscoffee or go to panelscoffee.com In partnership with Cynthia’s Artistic Expressions, Panel is holding the Nevada Nerd ...
Nov 23, 2021•58 min
Back to simpler times with Throwback Gamez SPONSORS Panels Comics and Coffee Some of the hottest graphic novels and comics out right now. They also have an assortment of merchandise, toys as well as back issue vintage comic boxes that are sure to have a few hidden gems in there. Mention the Creative Brew for 10% off of your next purchase Also share with me on IG or FB what are you reading right now? Check them out @panelscoffee or go to panelscoffee.com In partnership with Cynthia’s Artistic Exp...
Nov 16, 2021•29 min
