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Creative Jumpstart: Inspiration, Motivation, and Insight for Writers, Artists, and CreativesCreative Jumpstart Update!Creative Jumpstart S3 E4Creative Jumpstart Update!Enjoying the show? Take a minute to rate it and leave a review so new listeners can find it!Follow us on TikTok, Instagram, and Threads. Learn more at creativejumpstartpod.com Tags: creativity, creative, writer, voice, unique, passion, inspiration, motivation, author, creatorSupport the show
2025-05-0701 minCreative Jumpstart: Inspiration, Motivation, and Insight for Writers, Artists, and CreativesCreating in the Chaos with Author Karen JohnsonCreative Jumpstart S3 E3Creating in the Chaos with Author Karen JohnsonAuthor Karen Johnson (21st Century SAHM) talks about writing through the early years of parenting, creating a place for moms to learn from each other, and looking towards the future.Find out more about Karen at https://the21stcenturysahm.com/ .Enjoying the show? Take a minute to rate it and leave a review so new listeners can find it!Follow us on TikTok, Instagram, and Threads. Learn more at c...
2025-04-2340 minCreative Jumpstart: Inspiration, Motivation, and Insight for Writers, Artists, and CreativesFinding Your Unique Voice with Author Wade RouseCreative Jumpstart S3 E2Finding Your Unique Voice with Author Wade RouseAuthor Wade Rouse (Viola Shipman) talks about pushing past self-doubt in order to create, embracing your unique voice, and why terrible first jobs are actually the best.Find out more about Wade at https://violashipman.com/ .Enjoying the show? Take a minute to rate it and leave a review so new listeners can find it!Follow us on TikTok, Instagram, and Threads. Learn more at creativejumpstartpod.com
2025-04-0941 minCreative Jumpstart: Inspiration, Motivation, and Insight for Writers, Artists, and CreativesSay What You Want To Say with Content Creator Katey DiStefanoCreative Jumpstart S3 E1Say What You Want To Say with Content Creator Katey DiStefanoContent creator Katey DiStefano (The Mother Octopus) talks about humor as a coping mechanism, finding your authentic voice, and creating for yourself.You can find Katey on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themotheroctopus/Enjoying the show? Take a minute to rate it and leave a review so new listeners can find it!Follow us on TikTok, Instagram, and Threads. Learn more at creativejumpstartpod.com ...
2025-03-2650 minCreative Jumpstart: Inspiration, Motivation, and Insight for Writers, Artists, and CreativesCreative Jumpstart Season 3!Creative Jumpstart Season 3 launches March 26th!Writer and performer Leslie Gaar interviews writers, entrepreneurs, and creatives of all stripes. They share their stories, wisdom, and insight. You come away with motivation and inspiration for your own creative work or business, and keep making amazing stuff. Let’s do this.Enjoying the show? Take a minute to rate it and leave a review so new listeners can find it!Follow us on Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, and Threads. Learn more at www.creativejumpstartpod.comSupport the show
2025-03-1900 min
Leslie and the Drag QueenSweet, Sassy, SmartIt’s the final episode of LATDQ Season 1, so to wrap things up in style, Leslie and Candi are each sharing a sweet, sassy, and smart thing. That is…if Candi remembered to do her homework! What do you want to hear in Season 2? Let us know!Cherry Chocolate Smoothie RecipeMiss World ClipMeet Candi’s Drag Daughter, Miss Tara WaySubscribe to Leslie’s NewsletterEnjoying the show? Take a minute to rate it and leave a review so new listeners can find it!Follow...
2023-01-111h 01Leslie and the Drag QueenHoliday PurgatoryIt’s that weird time between holidays, so it’s time to wrap up Christmas, get ready for New Year’s, and talk about…body hair?Enjoying the show? Take a minute to rate it and leave a review so new listeners can find it!Follow us on TikTok, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and YouTube. Get in touch at leslieandthedragqueen@gmail.com .Tags: Holiday, holidays, Christmas, New Years, New Years Day, New Years Eve, resolutions, drag queen, drag queens, creativity, creative, humor, comedy, laugh, funny, mom, parenting, art, artist, a...
2022-12-281h 44Leslie and the Drag QueenStandup Wendy Liebman: Say You Want ToStand-up comedian Wendy Liebman talks about getting her start in stand-up, being on America’s Got Talent, and her upcoming shows with Bill Maher. And, as promised, it’s the debut of Leslie and Candi’s Christmastime Song!Enjoying the show? Take a minute to rate it and leave a review so new listeners can find it!Follow us on TikTok, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and YouTube. Get in touch at leslieandthedragqueen@gmail.com .Tags: Stand-up comedy, stand-up, Wendy Liebman, drag queen, drag queens, creativity, creative, humor, comedy, laugh, funny, mom, pa...
2022-12-141h 21Leslie and the Drag QueenCandi and Leslie’s Favorite ThingsThe holiday season is in full swing and Candi and Leslie are here for it! The girls share their favorite holiday traditions, as well as gift ideas for everyone on your list…especially your favorite drag queen!Enjoying the show? Take a minute to rate it and leave a review so new listeners can find it!Follow us on TikTok, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and YouTube. Get in touch at leslieandthedragqueen@gmail.com .Tags: Holidays, Christmas, shopping, gifts, gift guide, favorite things, drag queen, drag queens, creativity, creative, humor, comedy, lau...
2022-11-301h 08Leslie and the Drag QueenLiving for LaGanjaIt’s Candi and Leslie’s first guest, LaGanja Estranja! The mega-talented Rupaul’s Drag Race contestant talks about her transition journey, how drag helped her find her truth, and what’s next.Enjoying the show? Take a minute to rate it and leave a review so new listeners can find it!Follow us on TikTok, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and YouTube. Get in touch at leslieandthedragqueen@gmail.com .
2022-11-1658 minLeslie and the Drag QueenLeslie Drops a Bomb-eckLeslie gives Candi the lowdown on Erma Bombeck, one of America’s greatest modern humorists, Candi can’t resist all the bomb-related puns, and the girls share some of their favorite creative hacks.Enjoying the show? Take a minute to rate it and leave a review so new listeners can find it!Follow us on TikTok, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and YouTube. Get in touch at leslieandthedragqueen@gmail.com .
2022-11-021h 56Leslie and the Drag QueenHistory is a DragIs there more to drag history than Shakespeare and Rupaul? Candi schools Leslie on drag culture, with assistance from Professors Google and Wikipedia. And buckle up, kids- we’re taking our first trip to the Humiliation Station!Enjoying the show? Take a minute to rate it and leave a review so new listeners can find it!Follow us on TikTok, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and YouTube. Get in touch at leslieandthedragqueen@gmail.com .
2022-10-191h 21Leslie and the Drag QueenKermit's Stoner CousinCandi and Leslie talk about a possible improper relationship between King Triton and Ursula, Miss Piggy’s secret identity, and what they made this week.Little Mermaid trailer reaction videosEnjoying the show? Take a minute to rate it and leave a review so new listeners can find it!Follow us on TikTok, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and YouTube. Get in touch at leslieandthedragqueen@gmail.com .
2022-10-051h 01Creative Jumpstart: Inspiration, Motivation, and Insight for Writers, Artists, and CreativesExciting Update From My Effing Desk!My Effing Desk is now Leslie and the Drag Queen! Please enjoy this preview from our new podcast and don't forget to subscribe!Leslie is a creative mom in Austin. Candi is a singing drag queen in Honolulu. They both like making things, and they want you to make things, too! Join Candi and Leslie as they talk about momming, queening and all things creativity. Whether it’s dishing about the latest disaster at the Humiliation Station or taking a deep dive into the history of fake eyelashes, Leslie and Candi will take you places you never th...
2022-10-0103 minLeslie and the Drag QueenIntroducing: Leslie and the Drag QueenLeslie is a creative mom in Austin. Candi is a singing drag queen in Honolulu. They both like making things, and they want you to make things, too! Join Candi and Leslie as they talk about momming, queening and all things creativity. Whether it’s dishing about the latest disaster at the Humiliation Station or taking a deep dive into the history of fake eyelashes, Leslie and Candi will take you places you never thought you’d ever go.Enjoying the show? Take a minute to rate it and leave a review so new listeners can find it!
2022-09-2101 minCreative Jumpstart: Inspiration, Motivation, and Insight for Writers, Artists, and CreativesDo It Anyway with Drag Queen Candi ShellMy Effing Desk: S2 E3Do It Anyway with Drag Queen Candi ShellDrag queen singing sensation Candi Shell talks about focusing on what gives you joy, letting go of expectations, and the healing power of art.You can find more about Candi on her website: www.candishell.comLink to Alice in Wonderland sketches: https://www.instagram.com/p/CfE1cRcpQKR/?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=Enjoying the show? Take a minute to rate it and leave a review so new listeners can find...
2022-08-0344 minCreative Jumpstart: Inspiration, Motivation, and Insight for Writers, Artists, and CreativesParenting for Introverts with Humor Writer Julie VickMy Effing Desk: S2 E2Parenting for Introverts with Humor Writer Julie VickHumor writer Julie Vick talks about the challenges of parenting as an introvert, publishing the kind of parenting book she wishes she had, and the role of persistence in creative work.You can find more about Julie on her website: www.julievick.com. Follow her on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. Buy her book, Babies Don’t Make Small Talk (So Why Should I?) here.Enjoying the show? Take a minute to rate it an...
2022-07-2054 minCreative Jumpstart: Inspiration, Motivation, and Insight for Writers, Artists, and CreativesLiving The Dream with Singer/Actor Jenny TuckerSinger and actor Jenny Tucker talks about chasing her dreams all the way to the Big Apple, turning her acting hobby into a career while raising three kids, and being her authentic self.Link to Jenny’s cityscape painting.You can find more about Jenny on her website: www.jennytucker.net or her FB page: J.Tucker Designs. Enjoying the show? Take a minute to rate it and leave a review so new listeners can find it!Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Learn more at www...
2022-07-0646 min
Can I Bother You?13. Leslie Gaar (writer, The Washington Post, TODAY Parents, Buzzfeed, Scary Mommy)We’re hanging out with Leslie Gaar! Leslie’s writing has been published by The Washington Post, The Today Show, Buzzfeed, and Scary Mommy. She has worked with The Jim Henson Company, where she created and led Henson at Home, a campaign to help parents entertain their children during the pandemic. And she’s the host of My Effing Desk, a podcast where she and other artistic moms discuss how to create and keep their own space. In this episode we talk about how she created the opportunity to work with The Jim Henson Company, how she became a first...
2022-05-101h 18Creative Jumpstart: Inspiration, Motivation, and Insight for Writers, Artists, and CreativesArtist Anna Vartiainen: Happy AccidentsMy Effing Desk: S1 E10Artist Anna Vartiainen: Happy AccidentsArtist Anna Vartiainen talks about embracing the unexpected, starting a microcinema in her home, and finding another kind of creativity when she opened her business.Take the listener survey!Support the Podcast on Patreon!To find out more about Anna and see her work…https://annasdrawingroom.com http://foundshopstudio.com/ https://www.instagram.com/annasdrawingroom/ One Bum Cinema ClubTh...
2021-03-0331 minCreative Jumpstart: Inspiration, Motivation, and Insight for Writers, Artists, and CreativesComedian + Writer Crystal Lowery: No Expiration Date on TalentMy Effing Desk: S1 E9Comedian + Writer Crystal Lowery: No Expiration Date on TalentComedian and writer Crystal Lowery talks about creativity as redemption, the therapy of comedy, and smashing patriarchal expectations of mothers.Take the listener survey!Support the Podcast on Patreon!Follow Crystal on Facebook and Instagram.
2021-02-1745 minCreative Jumpstart: Inspiration, Motivation, and Insight for Writers, Artists, and CreativesTango Dancer + Non-Profit Co-Founder Monica Caivano: Art is EssentialMy Effing Desk: S1 E8Tango Dancer + Non-Profit Co-Founder Monica Caivano: Art is EssentialTango dancer and non-profit co-founder Monica Caivano on the role of art and community in hard times, co-parenting and co-running a cultural center with her ex, and reimagining her non-profit, Esquina Tango, during the pandemic.Take the listener survey!Support the Podcast on Patreon!The Artist's Way by Julia Cameron*Esquina Tango websitePetition to support EsquinaPictures of the outdoor platforms created during the pandemic
2021-02-0349 minCreative Jumpstart: Inspiration, Motivation, and Insight for Writers, Artists, and CreativesAuthor + Songwriter VC Chickering: Why Not Me?My Effing Desk: S1 E7Author + Songwriter VC Chickering: Why Not Me?Author and songwriter VC Chickering on reinventing herself at 45, the scintillating sex lives of divorcees, raising good boyfriends, and what success means to her.Take the listener survey!Support the Podcast on Patreon!Tori's websiteTori on InstagramTori Erstwhile and The Montys YouTube channelTori's funny combo spoken word/song “Still Smokes” from Listen to Your MotherNo Plot? No Problem! by Chris Baty*Tell Him, an E...
2021-01-2042 minCreative Jumpstart: Inspiration, Motivation, and Insight for Writers, Artists, and CreativesBonus Episode: 3 Things About Pixar's Soul MovieMy Effing Desk: Bonus Episode3 Things About Pixar's Soul MoviePixar's movie Soul was groundbreaking in so many ways, and it has particular creative significance. In this bonus episode, host Leslie Gaar explores three of the movie's themes as they apply to people on their creative journey.Take the listener survey!Support the Podcast on Patreon!Soul is Pixar’s most visually inventive film, and one of its most poignant by Alissa WilkinsonThe War of Art by Steven Pres...
2021-01-0616 minCreative Jumpstart: Inspiration, Motivation, and Insight for Writers, Artists, and CreativesAsk Me AnythingMy Effing Desk: S1 E5Ask Me AnythingHost Leslie Gaar answers listener questions about her creative roots, overcoming self-doubt, the importance of forgiveness when it comes to goals, and juggling a creative life with three kids.Take the listener survey!Support the Podcast on Patreon!How To Be Everything: A Guide For Those Who (Still) Don’t Know What They Want To Be When They Grow Up by Emilie Wapnick*The Dutch House by Ann Patchett*Interior Design MastersRiver Deep, Mountain High
2020-12-3037 minCreative Jumpstart: Inspiration, Motivation, and Insight for Writers, Artists, and CreativesStoryteller + Filmmaker Charlotte Moore: Follow Your InspirationMy Effing Desk: S1 E4Storyteller + Filmmaker Charlotte Moore: Follow Your InspirationStoryteller and filmmaker Charlotte Moore talks about motherhood and creativity, trusting your calling, and the hard work of dismantling racism through her nonprofit, Black Bodies Project.Take the listener survey!Support the Podcast on Patreon!Black Bodies ProjectI Wonder as I Wander by Langston Hughes*For Every Mountain performed by Kurt Carr SingersSilent WitnessEnjoying the show? Take a minute to rate it and leave a review so new listeners can...
2020-12-1636 minCreative Jumpstart: Inspiration, Motivation, and Insight for Writers, Artists, and CreativesCartoonist + Writer Adrienne Hedger: Life in CartoonsMy Effing Desk: S1 E3Cartoonist + Writer Adrienne Hedger: Life in CartoonsCartoonist and writer Adrienne Hedger shares the truth about paying bills as an artist, how she deals with trolls, and using laughter as therapy.Take the listener survey!Support the Podcast on Patreon!Adrienne’s websiteAdrienne on Facebook, Twitter, and InstagramWild Geese by Mary Oliver*Creativity: A Short and Cheerful Guide by John Cleese*Click here to find Adrienne and my cartoon collaboration, her types of...
2020-12-0242 minCreative Jumpstart: Inspiration, Motivation, and Insight for Writers, Artists, and CreativesWriter + Performer Abby Sher on Art as ActivismMy Effing Desk: S1 E2Writer + Performer Abby Sher on Art as ActivismWriter and performer Abby Sher discusses her latest book, Sanctuary, co-authored with Women's March co-founder Paola Mendoza, writing as therapy, and finding joy in creating with her kids.Take the listener survey!Support the Podcast on Patreon!Abby's websiteAbby on Facebook, Twitter, and InstagramSanctuary book*Scrubs clip where Turk dances to "That Girl Is Poison"Lost Children Archive by Valeria Luiselli*Enjoying the show...
2020-11-1831 minCreative Jumpstart: Inspiration, Motivation, and Insight for Writers, Artists, and CreativesAuthor + Illustrator Elly Lonon: Do The Thing That’s On FireMy Effing Desk: S1 E1Author + Illustrator Elly Lonon: Do The Thing That’s On FireAuthor and illustrator Elly Lonon discusses embracing imperfection, art as a tool for healing, and how the pandemic has changed the way she creates.Take the listener survey!Support the Podcast on Patreon!Elly’s websiteElly on Facebook, Twitter, and InstagramFind out where to buy Elly’s graphic novel, Amongst the Liberal EliteUkulele graphic pieceLink to the Ira Glass quote we ref...
2020-11-0436 minCreative Jumpstart: Inspiration, Motivation, and Insight for Writers, Artists, and CreativesIntroducing: My Effing DeskWelcome to My Effing Desk, a podcast about juggling motherhood and a creative life. Whether you've already got your own effing desk or are still trying to find it under the laundry, this podcast is for you! Enjoying the show? Take a minute to rate it and leave a review so new listeners can find it!Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, YouTube, TikTok, and Pinterest. Learn more at www.myeffingdeskpodcast.comGet in touch at myeffingdeskpodcast@gmail.com Support the show
2020-10-1602 min