Shows
COVEpod | Carganilla Online Variety Entertainment Podcast | Storytelling, Interviews, Poetry, Music, Arts & InspirationKevin Gregg - "Working Creatives" | COVEpod 51It's our second-annual "Your Creative Journey Podcast" Re-Union Episode! Join us as we catch up with Paul's creative mentor and inspirational powerhouse: Kevin Gregg!Kevin tells us all about his newest project, Working Creatives - OUT NOW! www.workingcreatives.com We also catch up on his "I'd Rather Be a Buffalo" project and chat about the inspirational and motivational balancing act creatives strive to achieve throughout their day-to-day lives.Jump in, catch up, and keep that flame lit!- - - - Kevin's official website: https://www.KEVINGREGG.com...
2025-01-0749 min
COVEpod | Carganilla Online Variety Entertainment Podcast | Storytelling, Interviews, Poetry, Music, Arts & InspirationPriorities & Finding Balance | Kevin Gregg | COVE Podcast 08"Your Creative Journey Podcast" hosts Paul Carganilla and Kevin Gregg reunite for a discussion about the importance of finding and maintaining balance in this crazy experience called: LIFE. After years of navigating life's rough terrains, Kevin Gregg, a true creative powerhouse, finds solace in striking a balance between his passions and life's other priorities. From his recovery from alcoholism to his battle with cancer, Kevin's journey is a testament to the power of faith and balance in overcoming life's challenges. In this episode, Kevin shares his current creative ventures ( The Kevin Gregg Show on YouTube and "I'd Rather Be a...
2023-08-1552 min
Your Creative JourneyThe Final Episode of Your Creative JourneyAll good things must come to an end.After nearly 2 years of shows and interviews with wonderful creative guests, the final episode of the Your Creative Journey podcast is here.But never fear! There are announcements about new and exciting offerings coming soon.Join us as we reminisce about this journey and thank our listeners and viewers for their support.Your Creative Journey explores the challenges creators can face as they forge their own paths. Whether you want to act, write, dance, draw, make music or make a movie, the Your Creative Journey Podcast...
2022-02-091h 08Your Creative JourneyLucy Morra-Pedersen - International Creative Consultant-Lucy Morra-Pedersen is a writer, producer, creative director, and award-winning creative consultant. From television to digital marketing she's made the world "Believe" in the Olympics, turned creator Dick Wolf's head on the Law and Order Franchise, and drawn record audiences for the Oscars, Super Bowl & World Series. Join us as we learn about the wins and challenges that Lucy has experienced in her creative career.Your Creative Journey explores the challenges creators can face as they forge their own paths. Whether you want to act, write, dance, draw, make music or make a movie, the Your Creative...
2022-01-2456 minYour Creative JourneyJoey Lau - Stage ManagerJoey Lau is a multidisciplinary artist residing in Toronto, Canada and currently serving as Artistic and General Administrator at Tapestry Opera. After receiving her BFA in theatre production from Ryerson University, Joey’s work varied in stage management, scenic art, performing arts education, and theatre administration. Joey was selected as the 2020-2021 Royal Bank of Canada Apprentice Stage Manager with The Musical Stage Company to elevate her stage management skills in the Canadian Musical Theatre scene; and her recent works in education and/or scenic art include Flato Markham Theatre, Living Arts Centre, Electric Moon Theatre Company, City Youth Pl...
2022-01-121h 00Your Creative JourneyElizabeth Richardson - Stage ManagerElizabeth Richardson is an organizer and creator originating from Barrie, Ontario, Canada who specializes in stage management and production management. She loves helping create magic on stage and off, bringing worlds to life for everyone involved in the production. Having experienced the impact of the performing arts at a young age, she hopes to inspire others through her work, one day helping to educate the next generation of artists.Your Creative Journey explores the challenges creators can face as they forge their own paths. Whether you want to act, write, dance, draw, make music or make a...
2021-12-271h 03Your Creative JourneyAaron Bertram and Rachel Charest from Kids Imagine NationAaron Bertram and Rachel Charest join Your Creative Journey to talk about their work as the creators of Kids Imagine Nation (KIN), a musical trio whose mission is to help their neighbors by using their imaginations! Over the past few years, KIN released 4 albums and 2 EPs, has performed live at the Disneyland Resort, Legoland, Santa’s Village, and 100’s or schools and libraries, created a web series that follows their adventures, and launched a live stream network called KINTV where they interact with their viewers live through the week with music classes, interactive storytimes dance parties and much much more...
2021-11-291h 22Your Creative JourneyJacqui Bree - Director/Producer/WriterBased in Wellington, New Zealand, Jacqui Bree has been involved in film, television, and theatre for nearly 20 years. Jacqui's experiences have run the gauntlet of being a student director for the London Shakespeare Globe Theatre, a Diploma of Performing Arts from the Trinity School of London, working for Netflix in Queenstown, NZ, being a script editor for William Davies; one of the writers of How to Train a Dragon and Johnny English, as well as being a producer/director of award-winning short films produced in New Zealand. Currently, Jacqui is working as Lead Project Manager for a...
2021-11-161h 03Your Creative JourneyJason Palmer - Actor, Host and Ironman AthleteJason Palmer, long-time host, voice actor, Ironman athlete, and international tour guide joins Paul Carganilla and Kevin Gregg as they talk about his experiences in television, theatre, video games, and beyond.In addition to traveling the world, Jason has hosted countless events, toasted with Paul Mccartney at the Golden Globes, and voices a major character on one of the most legendary video games around. Jason just wrote his Master's thesis on the benefits of improv in leadership and loves any chance to practice that form of play. He's a big advocate for creativity, being childlike (not childish...
2021-10-141h 19Your Creative JourneyEverly Carganilla - Actress from "The Chair" and "Yes Day"Actress Everly Carganilla joins her Dad, Paul Carganilla and Kevin Gregg as they talk about her experiences in film and television as a young person.Everly has been in recent movies such as "Yes Day" with Jennifer Garner and in the Netflix series "The Chair" with Sandra Oh.She will soon be seen in the upcoming series for Apple TV+ "The Afterparty"Your Creative Journey explores the challenges creators can face as they forge their own paths. Whether you want to act, write, dance, draw, make music or make a movie, the Your Creative...
2021-10-0453 minYour Creative JourneyDana Middleton Returns - "Not A Unicorn"Author Dana Middleton return to Your Creative Journey to talk with Paul Carganilla and Kevin Gregg about her upcoming book "Not A Unicorn".Dana writes books for kids. Her debut, The Infinity Year of Avalon James, was nominated for the Young Hoosier Book Award and selected for Oregon’s Battle of the Books. She is also the author of Open If You Dare and The Young American’s Unofficial Guide to the Very British World of Harry Potter. She also coaches creative people at TheAlignedArtist.comYour Creative Journey explores the challenges creators can...
2021-08-301h 13Your Creative Journey50th Episode Celebration!Kevin Gregg & Paul Carganilla discuss creativity and inspiration with visiting guests.Tonight we celebrate hitting 50 episodes of the show! Paul and Kevin talk about their creative wins and challenges that they've experienced in the last year.Watch the video of the podcast athttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3Qw5L4WK98EFor shows on The Vaudacity Networkhttp://vaudacitynetwork.com/Follow Kevin onhttps://kevingregg.locals.com/https://t.me/kevingreggshow#creativedesign #artcreative #creativityatitsbest #createveryday #creativeworld #creativeprocess #creativeminds #creativemind #creativityfound #creativeartist
2021-08-161h 02Your Creative JourneyThomas Schultheis - Teaching ArtistKevin Gregg & Paul Carganilla discuss creativity and inspiration with this week's special guest: Teaching Artist Thomas SchultheisThomas Schultheis created the Creativity & Inspiration Workshop, Let Me Try That Again, Musical Theatre Exploration Clinic, Signs & Synchronicity, and TikTok Musicals: Exploration & Activation. He received his MA in Strategic Communications from National University and BS in Psychology from James Madison University. He is on the Musical Theatre Competitions of America Creative Team and is The Spark File Creativity Coaching Engagement Manager. Thomas has created The Educators Collective bringing leading educators together from around the world and i...
2021-07-261h 27Your Creative JourneyVinnie Duyck - Actor/FilmakerKevin Gregg & Paul Carganilla discuss creativity and inspiration with this week's special guest: Actor/filmmaker Vinnie Duyck Vinnie was raised on his family's diversified dairy farm a half-hour west of Portland, Oregon. After college, Vinnie moved to Wellington, New Zealand where he lived for a year and a half before returning to Portland, Oregon to study at the Portland Actors Conservatory. After completing a two-year intensive dramatic acting program, Vinnie studied and performed improv in Portland for another year. To escape his cripplingly supportive environment Vinnie moved to LA to further his acting car...
2021-07-121h 21Your Creative JourneyFaith, Fear and Moving Forward (Special Episode)Your Creative Journey with Paul Carganilla and Kevin Gregg debuts on a new YouTube channel!It's a special episode tonight as Paul and Kevin, along with guests Stephanie Wall and Kenny Landmon. The topic is about Faith during COVID-19 and what the future looks like moving forward.It's going to be a deep dive, so join in the conversation in the chat!Highlights from this episode:Learning to love those people who are challenging as God's childrenFinding God in communityWhat do you do if you've been hurt by...
2021-06-281h 17Your Creative JourneyStar Wars Short Film Creators Josh Kushner & Andrew BelmaresPaul Carganilla & Kevin Gregg celebrate one year of the Your Creative Journey Podcast: the podcast designed to help listeners get their creative work done!Independent Filmmakers Josh Kushner and Andrew Belmares join Kevin and Paul to discuss their new independent Star Wars short film"The World Between Worlds: Solana vs Skywalker"Premise: 5 years after the destruction of the First Order, two Reys from different universes encounter each other in the World Between Worlds, a realm that connects to all of space and time.It’s going to be a fun night talking fi...
2021-06-0756 minYour Creative JourneyDary Mills and Krista King present their work!This week Dary Mills and Krista King return to share the work they've discussed previously on the show. (Original show found at https://kevingregg.com/27-1-dary-mills-and-krista-king/)Hunter Ackerman and Stephanie Wall join the show to help read the writing.Highlights from this episode include:Stephanie and Paul perform a scene from Krista King's screenplay with Hunter reading the stage directions.Hunter reads several selections from Dary Mills novelKrista and Dary talking about the wins and hardships that they've faced while creating this work, and the feelings of accomplishment with putting their work out...
2021-05-241h 13Your Creative JourneyCharles Esten - Actor/SingerActor / Singer Charles Esten joins hosts Kevin Gregg and Paul Carganilla on this week's episode of Your Creative Journey!Charles "Chip" Esten is an American actor, singer, and comedian. Esten is best known for his role as Deacon Claybourne on CMT's Nashville. He can also be seen in Netflix series "Outer Banks", and was a recurring cast member and frequent song improviser for ABC’s “Whose Line Is It Anyway”. He also appeared on Drew Carey’s Improvaganza and toured frequently, performing live improv shows with Ryan Stiles, Greg Proops, and Jeff B. Davis. While on...
2021-05-171h 06Your Creative JourneyJeffrey Watts - Artist/PainterArtist/Painter Jeffrey R. Watts joins hosts Kevin Gregg and Paul Carganilla on this week's episode of Your Creative Journey!Jeffrey R. Watts is an artist with an extensive career as an illustrator, oil painter, and teacher.After working in the movie industry Jeff achieved his goal to become an easel painter which led him to create his painting studio known as Watts Atelier of the Arts. ( www.wattsatelier.com ) Jeff's aesthetic sensibilities have long drawn him to the figurative art of nineteenth-century Europe and Russia. His Atelier allows him to work regularly from t...
2021-04-261h 27Your Creative JourneyChris Utley - Theater Director and Actor - Moving at the Speed of FunTheatre Director and Actor Chris Utley joins Kevin and Paul on this week's episode of Your Creative Journey.Chris currently serves as a staff Show Director for The Disneyland Resort. In addition to his work for Disney, Chris wrote and directed the 2017 Greenshow for the Utah Shakespeare Festival. In 2018, he was selected to participate in the Lincoln Center Theater Directors Lab, in New York City. And, this summer, he will continue his study of Commedia dell'Arte at the Scuola Internazionale dell'Attore Comico in Reggio Emilia, Italy.
2021-04-121h 28Your Creative JourneyMark Clayman - Producer of "The Apology Line" PodcastMark Clayman joins Kevin and Paul on this week’s “Your Creative Journey”Mark has extensive experience in the film and television industry. He was the Executive Producer of “The Pursuit of Happyness” with Will Smith and Executive Producer for the new hit podcast “The Apology Line”.Highlights from the show:Mark talks about the creation of The Apology Line podcast which is soon to be produced as a series for Apple TVMark talks about his journey from actor to producer and what has driven him to follow this career pathThe incredible story of how Mark became the...
2021-04-051h 01Your Creative JourneyKorey Pollard Returns - 1st AD DGA, Mentor and LecturerKevin Gregg & Paul Carganilla discuss creativity and inspiration with this week's special guest: Korey Pollard.Korey Pollard returns for another round at Your Creative Journey as Kevin and Paul unpack more of his incredible story. Also news about an exciting podcast Korey’s involved with! Don’t miss the fun!Korey Pollard is a DGA first assistant director, mentor, and lecturer.His previous television and film credits include Salem (WGN), The Player (Sony/NBC), The King of 7B (ABC Family), Kevin From Work (ABC Family), A to Z (NBC), Stephen Bochco’s Murder In the First...
2021-03-151h 11Your Creative JourneyBonnie UtleyKevin Gregg & Paul Carganilla discuss creativity and inspiration with this week's special guest: Bonnie Utley.Bonnie Utley is the founder-owner of Blossom of Snow, creator of The Dream Retreat, and a certified professional coach specializing in personal and professional leadership development. Her current focus is collaborating with Christian business owners, entrepreneurs, freelancers, and executives who deeply desire to unceasingly become the best versions of the unique leaders God created them to be, starting with their own personal dreams, goals, and relationships, and infusing lots of creativity, fun, and adventure along the way.Watch full video o...
2021-03-081h 26Your Creative JourneyPaul Rubin - Aerial ChoreographerKevin Gregg & Paul Carganilla discuss creativity and inspiration with this week's special guest: Paul Rubin.Paul Rubin is a flying sequence choreographer and designer who has designed some of the most memorable flying sequences from the Tony Award-winning Broadway musical Wicked to Cathy Rigby’s Tony-nominated Peter Pan. Paul is a proud member of The Academy of Magical Arts (The Magic Castle) and I.A.T.S.E. Local 720.Broadway credits include the Tony Award-winning Frozen, The Pirate Queen, Saturday Night Fever, Dance of the Vampires, Doctor Zhivago, The Green Bird directed by Julie Taymor,
2021-02-221h 00Your Creative JourneyEric Close - Actor/DirectorThis week Kevin and Paul are joined by Eric Close. Eric is an actor, director, and writer. He has had the privilege of starring in a number of series for television and MOW’s during his 30-year career including hits Without A Trace, Nashville, and Suits. Highlights from the show:Eric realized that pre-med was not going to be the direction for his lifeHow he wanted to get involved in the film business in some capacity. Finding a mentor who helped him navigate the business of acting.Always wanted to do the thing that he was to...
2021-02-151h 23Your Creative JourneyJohn Sovec - Therapist and CoachJohn Sovec is a therapist/coach in private practice in Pasadena California who works with clients on career transitions, goal setting, and motivation. He is the clinical consultant for The Life Group LA , adjunct faculty at Phillips Graduate Institute and guest lecturer at Alliant University and USC School of Social Work.John has designed professional training models and seminars for the Walt Disney Company, Paramount Studios, Pandemic Studios, Electronic Arts, and Washington Mutual.His work has been featured on The Riki Lake Show, OWN, Bravo, FOX, The Advocate, KTLA, ABC, LA Talk Radio, The Washington...
2021-02-0852 minYour Creative JourneyRC Ormond - ActorThis week, Kevin & Paul are joined by actor RC Ormond! RC Ormond is a Native Texan who moved to LA almost 25 years ago to pursue an acting career in TV/Film. When he’s not grinding on his TV/Film career or working two day jobs, he loves spending quality time with his amazing family of five. Some of his past credits are, “Transformers”, “Dodgeball: The Movie” and was recently seen in a recurring role on the new TV show THE FUGITIVE.Highlights from this episode:Paul has COVID and is streaming the show from a hote...
2021-02-011h 11Your Creative JourneyRebecca Staab - ActressKevin and Paul speak with actress Rebecca Staab who has an extensive and impressive career.Rebecca's most recent work includes the Netflix comedy film "Love Hard" starring alongside Nina Dobrev. Rebecca also recently co-starred in the film "Breakthrough" alongside Chrissy Metz (This is Us), Topher Grace, Josh Lucas, and Mike Colter; as well as the film "The Miracle Season," alongside William Hurt and Helen Hunt.Rebecca’s TV credits include "Somewhere Between" for ABC, "The Chronicle Mysteries”, several top-rated Hallmark Channel films, as well as the award-winning shows Masters of Sex, Dexter, Glee, Fairly Legal, Crim...
2021-01-251h 17Your Creative JourneyGrady HuttFormer Quizno’s employee Grady Hutt has been in the entertainment industry for over 30 years. Like many well-adjusted people, he began his career as a child actor. While working professionally as a performer, he made his way into other areas of the entertainment industry; as a musician, toured the country in several different bands; stage management and technical direction in the AEA99 arena; stage technician at the Disneyland Resort; and is currently a Show Systems Integrator for Walt Disney Imagineering.Highlights from this episode:Grady talks about how he began his career as an actor and th...
2021-01-181h 12Your Creative JourneyJames Dornoff - Visual Effects ArtistsIn this episode Kevin and Paul talk with James Dorniff who has been working in Visual Effects for the past 20 years, from the MATRIX movies to PENNY DREADFUL: CITY OF ANGELS; GARFIELD: A TAIL OF TWO KITTIES to SERENITY; BATMAN VS SUPERMAN to GODZILLA VS KONG; PROJECT POWER to NEW MUTANTS, JOHN ADAMS to HEREAFTER; AVENGERS to JUSTICE LEAGUE. He's spent time on both the vendor side working through all stages of shot production to the client-side getting the raw materials for shot production. VFX for him has been a love, a passion, and many times a place of f...
2021-01-041h 10Your Creative JourneyPeter Atkins ReturnsPeter Atkins returns to Your Creative Journey!We continue to explore some of Pete’s adventures as a writer in Hollywood as well as explore other creative topics that presented themselves as the evening proceededAlways an incredible guest, and great conversation.Peter is the author of the novels MORNINGSTAR, BIG THUNDER, and MOONTOWN, and the screenplays HELLRAISER II, HELLRAISER III, HELLRAISER IV, and WISHMASTER. His short fiction has appeared in such anthologies as THE MUSEUM OF HORRORS, DARK DELICACIES II, HELLBOUND HEARTS, and GHOSTS, and has been selected eight times for one or...
2020-12-281h 36Your Creative JourneyJustin Arman - Musician, Entrepreneur and Family ManPaul and Kevin have a deep conversation with Justin Arman - a professional drummer, business-owner, and family man.Justin has toured the world & recorded with bands including Crisis & Single Bullet Theory. He's ALSO the Founder of the health & wellness company, Lindheimer. AND he's the President of an International Best Selling Brand, MY MAGIC MUD. On top of it all, he's a devoted husband and father of four beautiful children.Highlights from this show include:Paul shares wonderful news about a new opportunity for his daughterJustin sharing an emotional and life changing experience he had w...
2020-12-211h 26Your Creative JourneyBrian Reed - Stage Hand, Rigger and Rope Access TechnicianBrian Reed (or just “Reed” to most folks), accidentally got started in the crew side of entertainment by accident in 1989- and he’s still here! Like rush hour on the 101, he’s had a ton of unexpected stops and weird routing in his Journey: theatre, rock n roll, a little bit of film work, sort of being a roadie, LA, Vegas, South Korea and a whole lot of putting people in the air at a few different theme parks and hundreds of theaters in the US.When he’s not working he’s usually the oldest dude skating...
2020-12-141h 26Your Creative JourneyDating Under Quarantine PremiereIt's a first for Your Creative Journey.Kenny Landmon (Director, Writer, Executive Producer and Actor) returns to the podcast to premiere his short film DATING UNDER QUARANTINE. Joining Kenny are members of the cast and crew including:John Eaden - He co-wrote and co-produced the short film Dating Under Quarantine with Kenny Landmon and plays the part of The Single Mingle Man, dating expert.Drew Lahat - is an L.A.-based editor, colorist, and video engineer with 15 years of industry experience. His editing c...
2020-12-071h 06Your Creative JourneyDary Mills and Krista KingThis week on the show, Paul and Kevin check-in with listeners Dary Mills and Krista King to see how their own creative projects have been coming along.Both ladies have been avid followers of the show and share what processes they have been using to move forward with their work.
2020-11-301h 07Your Creative JourneyKorey Pollard - DGA 1st AD, Mentor and LecturerKorey Pollard is a DGA first assistant director, mentor, and lecturer.His previous television and film credits include Salem (WGN), The Player (Sony/NBC), The King of 7B (ABC Family), Kevin From Work (ABC Family), A to Z (NBC), Stephen Bochco’s Murder In the First (TNT), Nashville, (ABC), Rizzoli & Isles (TNT), The Wedding Band (TBS), Lie to Me (FOX), Life (NBC), the critically-acclaimed show Monk (USA), Deadwood (HBO), House (FOX), Grey’s Anatomy (ABC), Boomtown(NBC), and CSI (CBS). Film credits include: Once Upon a Time in Mexico, Spy Kids 2, And Starring Pancho Villa As Hi...
2020-11-231h 30Your Creative JourneyJames Arnold Taylor - Voiceover ActorEpisode 25 James Arnold Taylor - Voiceover Actor, Writer, and ProducerJames Arnold Taylor's versatile vocal range has given him success in every facet of the voice-over industry. His voice is heard all over the world daily, and you would never know it's one person. His list of credits ranges from leading roles in major summer blockbuster films, starring roles in the hottest animation on television, a promo voice for Fox, and national ad campaigns in commercials for TV and radio, from the voice of a Mini Wheat to the current voice of Fred Flintstone. James' m...
2020-11-161h 04Your Creative JourneyDylan White - Actor and AuthorDylan White joins Paul and Kevin this week.Dylan has been professionally creative for almost thirty years. He is an actor, comedian, voiceover artist, screenwriter, and author. Most notably, for over ten years, he played The Genie in Aladdin: A Musical Spectacular at Disney California Adventure. As an author, he is most known for his Apparition Series about a ghost who falls in love with the girl who lives in the house he's haunting. Dylan is also an advocate for mental health awareness and openness. Highlights from this episode:Dylan talks about his...
2020-11-091h 12Your Creative JourneyGetting Out Of Your FunkIn this episode, Kevin and Paul talk about techniques they use to get out of a funk.It’s an interesting episode that gets interrupted by fire alarms and takes an interesting turn discussing relationships.Highlights from this episode include:Kevin reveals the challenges he’s had this season“We need the downs to feel the ups”Morning routines. Small little actions, making the bed, washing the dishes.20-minute chunks. The small little action gets you rolling“Believe it, till you see it”Matthew McConaughey and prayer & meditation techniques Paul and Kevin use.A clarif...
2020-11-0247 minYour Creative JourneyJudy Kain - Actress and Teacher from Keep It Real Acting StudiosActress and teacher Judy Kain joins Paul and Kevin this week.She has been in over 400 commercials, 130 TV and film projects. She has won numerous awards for coaching and teaching at her own studio Keep it Real Acting Studios, one of the top places for acting classes in Los Angeles. She has received awards for her performance in MAD MEN gleaning the SAG AWARD for the Show. She travels all over the country teaching and inspiring actors with her vast knowledge and experience. Judy is also a published author of the Commercial Handbook called "I...
2020-10-261h 00Your Creative JourneyBreaking Out Of OrbitThis week Paul and Kevin continue their discussion about how to prepare now for the new year.Specifically, they talk about taking the necessary action to help move you out of your orbit (your patterns of old behavior).It's a challenging task and not one that can be easily solved by forcing yourself to do something new.Highlights from this episode:Kevin discusses resistance he's had in the past with asking for helpPaul talks about taking the initiative to ask for help in their personal lives and not just rely...
2020-10-1959 minYour Creative JourneyListener Questions and Prepping for the New Year Now!On this episode, we have our first live caller!We help listener Dary, as she navigates writing her novel.Also, we start discussing the steps that you can take now to establishing great creative habits when the new year hits.Highlights from this episode:The importance of writing down those creative flashes that you getPaul talks about his process of getting the first draft of “The Haunted Man” down on paper.Reassessing what your goals were at the beginning of 2020 and how you can port those over to 2021The importance of having your...
2020-10-1257 minYour Creative JourneyDana Middleton - AuthorThis week’s guest is Dana Middleton.Dana writes books for kids. Her debut, The Infinity Year of Avalon James, was nominated for the Young Hoosier Book Award and selected for Oregon’s Battle of the Books. She is also the author of Open If You Dare and The Young American’s Unofficial Guide to the Very British World of Harry Potter. Her next middle-grade novel, Truth or Consequences, will be published by Chronicle Books in 2021. She also coaches creative people at TheAlignedArtist.comHighlights from this episode:Dana's realization to break...
2020-10-051h 15Your Creative JourneyPeter Atkins - Author and ScreenwriterPeter Atkins is the author of the novels MORNINGSTAR, BIG THUNDER, and MOONTOWN and the screenplays HELLRAISER II, HELLRAISER III, HELLRAISER IV, and WISHMASTER. His short fiction has appeared in such anthologies as THE MUSEUM OF HORRORS, DARK DELICACIES II, HELLBOUND HEARTS, and GHOSTS, and has been selected eight times for one or more of the various “Year’s Best” anthologies. His recent book, RUMORS OF THE MARVELOUS, a collection of his short fiction, was a finalist for the British Fantasy Award. He is the co-founder with Glen Hirshberg of The Rolling Darkness Revue, an annual folly they commit at wha...
2020-09-281h 21Your Creative JourneyDavid Burke - Actor, Director and ProducerDavid Burke has appeared in over 50 different film and television productions, mostly playing the good-guy-turned-bad in all the CSI's as well as countless commercials.You would have seen David on such show as How to get away with Murder, Nashville, Notorious, NCIS: New Orleans, Castle, Grey’s Anatomy,Private Practice, Brothers & Sisters, The Closer, House, Chuck & The Mentalist. David also originated the role of Arthur in the TV’s first iteration of the cult sitcom, The Tick with Patrick Warburton.David is also the founder and Co-Executive Producer at Ten28 Avenue P Pr...
2020-09-211h 24Your Creative JourneyHeather ProvostThis week Kevin and Paul talk with producer, writer, and director Heather ProvostHeather is a Tony, Drama Desk, Outer Critics Circle, and Drama League Award-nominated producer. Critically acclaimed hits on Broadway include Reasons To Be Pretty by Neil LaBute (three Tony nominations including Best Play) and the musical [title of show] (Tony Nomination for Best Book of a Musical). Heather also produced and co-directed the feature film Racing Colt. She and writing partner Scott Damian most recently wrote A Joyous Christmas and Season for Love for Hallmark Channel. She is the current Prod...
2020-09-1458 minYour Creative JourneyWhat To Do When The Pressure Is OnPressure is par for the course for an artist.This week Paul and Kevin discuss how they have handled moments when monumental curveballs have been thrown their wayHighlights from this week’s showNoah goes to the dentistKevin talks about the pressure he experienced while working on projects for Star Wars Galaxy’s EdgePaul talks about a tense experience as a 911 operatorPaul’s acting coach breaking everything down to a momentSPECIAL NOTE:Your Creative Journey Live! will be streaming on YouTube on Tuesday, Sept 8th at 8 pm (PST)Join u...
2020-09-0750 minYour Creative JourneyJared White: Director of "100 Years from Home"Paul and Kevin talk with filmmaker Jared White who directed the documentary “100 Years From Home”On the 100th anniversary of genocide, an American woman ventures to Armenia and Turkey in search of her great-grandparents’ long-lost house. This is a film about family, identity, and survival through a deeply personal lens.The film premieres on PBS SoCal Tuesday, Sept 1 at 8:30 pmHighlights from this episode:The challenges of making the documentary and discovering how to tell this story through the viewpoint of his wife, Lilit PilikianThe differences between narrative and documentary filmmakingNavigating film fe...
2020-08-3155 minYour Creative JourneyYou're Not Too Old"It's too late.""I've missed my opportunity.""There's no way I can create at this age, I just don't have the time."Maybe these are phrases you've told yourself.In this week's episode, Paul and Kevin talk about the mindset of thinking you're too old.Spoiler alert: You're not too old!Highlights from this episode include:Updates on Paul's filmDiscussing some origins of recent "younger is better" cultureYou have no idea when your life is over. You must try.Stories of three individuals (Katharine Drexel, Noah Purifoy, and...
2020-08-2453 minYour Creative JourneyScott Damian: Don't Let Your Deficiencies Dictate Your FuturePortraying a Jedi Knight on the stage of Tomorrowland Terrace at Disneyland, Scott Damian, leaned down to talk to a little boy named Ben who had been chosen to be in the show.Ben was having difficulty speaking in front of the audience because of a severe stutter.Scott’s eyes went wide, because years ago... that had been him.In this week’s episode of Your Creative Journey, Kevin and Paul talk with actor/writer/director/producer Scott Damian.We talk about his journey battling a severe stutter as a chil...
2020-08-171h 34Your Creative JourneyKenny Landmon: Directing a High-End Short Film while under QuarantineIn this episode, Paul and Kevin interview Kenny Landmon, an actor and director, who created a short film (“Dating Under Quarantine”) while under COVID-19 stay-at-home orders in Los Angeles.Highlights from this episode:Kenny discusses the challenges of being under lockdown and how that affected the process of making a film. He talks about the experiences of remotely directing actors and collaborating with his editor and composer for the film while rushing to get the film completed before a festival deadline.The major feelings an artist experiences while working on a project: passion, procrastination, and fear.How “...
2020-08-1058 minYour Creative JourneyJamie Carganilla: Singer, Actress, Police OfficerIn this episode Kevin and Paul interview singer/actress Jamie Carganilla.She’s had quite a career that began with performing professionally at age 8 in the Broadway Tour of Les Miserables. She is a graduate from NYU as a Music Major and has performed in several shows at The Disneyland Resort.Jamie made an intriguing pivot in her career 10 years ago when she became a police officer with the Los Angeles Police Department!Enjoy the episode as we talk about her journey and the challenges of writing her first song.Check ou...
2020-08-031h 09Your Creative JourneyJohn Crane - Head Writer and Executive Producer from MADtvKevin and Paul have a conversation with writer and actor John Crane.John Crane has an extensive creative career as a Groundlings Main Company Member, Head Writer, and Executive Producer on MADtv, writer for animated shows like Johnny Bravo, CatDog, Rocket Power, and Jimmy Neutron. He was also an actor on Roundhouse on Nickelodeon and the green screen stand-in for Bugs Bunny in Space Jam with Michael JordanHighlights from this episode include:The lessons of working in a high-pressure comedy writing environmentBeing present in the moment with writing and improv and...
2020-07-271h 26Your Creative JourneyResilience, Tenacity and Figuring It OutSometimes you get better at your art by just doing it and learning along the way. In this episode, Paul and Kevin talk about how to push through with your art even in the face of adversity and resilience.Highlights from this episode:Paul shares his experiences with producing and hosting an online weekly 3-4 hr variety show (Paulie's Online Variety Show)Kevin shares several stories of where he received some serious resistance with his artKevin gives an update about the project he's been developing as an example of "practicing in public." (Link to video)B...
2020-07-2057 minYour Creative JourneyPerfectionism Doesn't WorkThe trap of perfectionism can keep you from moving forward with your creative project. In this episode, Paul and Kevin talk about ways to get you out of creative paralysis.Highlights from this episode:Criticism is extremely easy, creating is hardEven professionals like Bill Pope (Cinematographer “Baby Driver” “Matrix Trilogy”) can be self-critical.How to get out of being frozen creatively by doing a simple step.Doing "nerve-cited" work can also be a huge step forward. With that said, Kevin shares a project he's been developing as an example of "practicing in public." Books mentioned in this ep...
2020-07-1353 minYour Creative JourneyGetting Your Creative Work DoneShowing up every day to work on your creative project is easier said than done.In this episode, Kevin and Paul, talk about techniques that can help you show up and make consistent progress with your art. Highlights from this episode: The best time of day to get your work doneTechniques that Stephen King and Michael Crichton used for their writingBuilding in mini-rewards throughout your dayThe power of consistencyPotential listeners showcase in the works Books Mentioned: Seasons of God by Richard BlackabyOn Writing by Stephen KingLinks: Getting Your Creative Work...
2020-07-0646 minYour Creative JourneyCrowdfunding Your Art - Wins and Heartaches“All I have to do is push a button and collect tens of thousands of dollars for my project!”That is a concept that creatives dream of when it comes to crowdfunding on sites like Kickstarter or IndiegogoThe reality is it takes a plan and a lot of work. The good news is that you can get funding to support your creative project.In this episode, Paul and Kevin talk about their wins and heartaches with crowdfunding.Highlights from this episode include:How Paul...
2020-06-291h 03Your Creative JourneyCreating a Support System as an ArtistKevin and Paul talk about creating a support system for yourself as an artistYou can’t do it alone as an artist. Creating in a vacuum doesn’t lead to success.Highlights from this episode:The support you can get from others in a class settingRecognizing what type of people you need in your corner and in your life- A story of friends came to the rescue during Thanksgiving years agoRecognizing what type of people you DON’T want in your circle...
2020-06-2245 minYour Creative JourneyTechniques to Calm Yourself During a Season of CrisisWe didn't want to ignore the death of George Floyd and all that has happened in the United States over the last few weeks.In this episode, Paul and Kevin want to reach out to those people who may feel paralyzed with anxiety and frustration during this season.This episode is to help people used techniques to slow down, heal their mind, their heart, and their spirit so they can be the best versions of themselves.Some of the techniques mentioned:Stay off social media until 12 noon Take a 10-minute walk
2020-06-1549 minYour Creative JourneySkills: Natural Talents vs Dedicated Work on Your CraftIn this episode, Paul and Kevin talk about creative skill.Is it something that’s God-given, or is it something that you can crank out with lots of hard work and dedication?Highlights from the episode include:Feeling envy towards other artists who seem to be better than you are.If you’re part of a collaborative project, does the fact that you have amazing talent forgive you for being a jerk?Why are you doing your art? Do you have an audience for what you’re doing?Recogn...
2020-06-0840 minYour Creative JourneyIntroduction Episode: A guy who held a sign at the freeway and a guy who left a job when his wife was 3 months pregnantIntroduction Episode: A guy who held up a crowdfunding sign at a freeway and a guy who quit a regular job when his wife was 3 months pregnant.Paul and Kevin share their creative experiences in this introductory episode.Book mentioned Real Artists Don’t Starve by Jeff Goins
2020-06-0146 minYour Creative JourneyYour Creative Journey Preview EpisodePaul Carganilla and Kevin Gregg talk about the upcoming series Your Creative Journey.This is a show that will help you move forward with your creative calling.Paul and Kevin's goal is to inspire the listener to take action and bring their art into the world.
2020-05-2309 min