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Artist Recovery PodcastArtist Recovery Podcast S2 Ep. 7 | Diarra “Uncle P” Collazo on Hip Hop, Hustle & Building CultureWhat happens when a fenced-in yard becomes a blueprint for building culture?In this powerful episode of the Artist Recovery Podcast, Rich Wright sits down with Diarra “Uncle P” Collazo — veteran entertainment consultant, DJ, entrepreneur, and founder of platforms that helped shape Detroit’s hip hop ecosystem.Born and raised in Pontiac, Michigan, Diarra’s journey began not in boardrooms or studios — but in a fenced yard where imagination became survival. An only child guided by his great-grandmother, he learned early how to entertain himself, build worlds with Legos, and create community when none wa...
2026-02-133h 03Artist Recovery PodcastArtist Recovery Podcast S2 Ep. 6 | Siquoyia Blue: Abstract Soul & Reclaiming Creative PowerWhat happens when a creative soul refuses to choose just one identity?In this deeply human episode of the Artist Recovery Podcast, host Rich Wright sits down with Siquoyia Blue—musician, author, technologist, entrepreneur, and self-described modern-day renaissance woman—for an unfiltered conversation about resilience, intuition, and redefining success on your own terms.Siquoyia is the creator of Abstract Soul, a signature musical sound that fuses the heart of R&B, the groove of funk, the depth of soul, and the edge of rock into something emotionally raw and spiritually resonant. But her story extends far beyond musi...
2026-02-061h 44Artist Recovery PodcastArtist Recovery Podcast S2 Ep. 5 | Jimmy Garcia: Recovery, Resilience & Turning Pain into PurposeWhat happens when recovery doesn’t just save your life—but reshapes your hands, your work, and your legacy?In this powerful episode of the Artist Recovery Podcast, host Rich Wright sits down with Jimmy Garcia, founder of Mean Mug Pistons, a Texas-based creative venture where reclaimed engine pistons are transformed into hand-carved sculptures known as Mean Mugs. What starts as a conversation about art quickly becomes a deeper exploration of sobriety, blue-collar creativity, fatherhood, and the long road back to self-trust.Jimmy’s work is raw, industrial, and unapologetically honest—much like his story. After years of addic...
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The Daily MastermindThink and Grow Rich: Transmutation & The Sixth SenseIn this episode of The Daily Mastermind with George Wright III, George wraps up the week-long deep dive into Napoleon Hill’s Think and Grow Rich by exploring the book’s final four chapters. This episode covers sex transmutation, the subconscious mind, brain function, and the sixth sense—advanced principles for sustained personal and professional growth.George explains how sexual energy can be transmuted into creativity, focus, and achievement, why the subconscious mind plays a critical role in shaping your reality, and how maintaining brain health supports higher levels of performance. He also discusses the si...
2026-01-2310 minArtist Recovery PodcastArtist Recovery Podcast S2 Episode 4 | Sharon Neiss Arbess: Writing Resilience, Creativity & CourageWhat happens when a creative spirit grows up surrounded by competition, comparison, and expectations—yet refuses to follow the status quo? In this deeply reflective episode of the Artist Recovery Podcast, host Rich Wright sits down with accomplished author, educator, and resilience advocate Sharon Neiss Arbess for an honest conversation about creativity, perseverance, and the long road to trusting your own voice. Sharon shares her journey growing up in Montreal within a high-pressure, achievement-driven environment—where excelling academically and athletically was the norm, and creativity often lived on the margins. From feeling like she never quite “measured up,” to discover...
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The Daily MastermindThink And Grow Rich: Decision, Persistence, MastermindIn this episode of The Daily Mastermind with George Wright III, George breaks down Steps 7–9 of Think and Grow Rich, focusing on decision, persistence, and the mastermind principle—three critical drivers of long-term success.George explains why successful people make quick, firm decisions and rarely change them, how persistence separates achievers from quitters, and why surrounding yourself with a mastermind group multiplies clarity, accountability, and results. Listeners are encouraged to eliminate procrastination, commit fully to their goals, and leverage collaboration to accelerate growth in life and business.Great for list...
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The Daily MastermindThink and Grow Rich: Knowledge, Imagination, PlanningIn this episode of The Daily Mastermind with George Wright III, George continues the Think and Grow Rich series by breaking down Steps 4–6: specialized knowledge, imagination, and organized planning—three pillars for turning vision into execution.You’ll learn why deep, specialized knowledge aligned with your passions is far more powerful than general information, how imagination fuels innovation and removes mental limitations, and why organized planning is the bridge between ideas and real-world results. George also highlights the 11 key characteristics of effective leadership as outlined by Napoleon Hill, offering practical insights you can apply immedi...
2026-01-2112 min
The Daily MastermindThink and Grow Rich: Desire, Faith & Auto-SuggestionIn this episode of The Daily Mastermind with George Wright III, George kicks off the week by exploring how to change your reality and create the life you were meant to live. Drawing from the first three chapters of Napoleon Hill’s timeless classic, Think and Grow Rich, this episode breaks down the core success principles of desire, faith, and auto-suggestion.George explains how to develop a burning desire that fuels achievement, why faith is a decisive and trainable state of mind, and how auto-suggestion can reprogram your subconscious to align your thoughts with yo...
2026-01-2012 minArtist Recovery PodcastArtist Recovery Podcast S2 Ep. 3 | Steve Sxaks: Punk, Purpose & Rebuilding Life Through SoundIn this deeply human episode of the Artist Recovery Podcast, host Rich Wright sits down with Steve Boehm, aka Steve Sxaks—a multi-hyphenate creator whose journey spans punk rock stages, underground hip-hop culture, military service, homelessness, education, and authorship. This is not a highlight reel conversation. It’s a grounded, honest exploration of how identity is forged through adversity, failure, and relentless self-inquiry.From growing up drawn to attention and performance, to being shaped by punk ethics and DIY culture, Steve opens up about what it means to learn everything the hard way. No shortcuts. No safety net. Just...
2026-01-162h 28Artist Recovery PodcastArtist Recovery Podcast S2 Ep. 2 | Alexandra Beller: Dance, Belonging & the Power of ContradictionIn this deeply human and expansive conversation, Rich Wright sits down with Alexandra Beller—award-winning choreographer, educator, and former principal dancer with the Bill T. Jones/Arnie Zane Dance Company—to explore what it truly means to live, create, and lead from the body when the world keeps asking you to conform.Alexandra’s story is not one of neat triumph or easy confidence. It’s a story of contradiction—of being celebrated and unseen, powerful and insecure, grounded and exposed—all at the same time. From growing up as a highly sensitive, imaginative only child in New York, to nav...
2026-01-091h 34Artist Recovery PodcastArtist Recovery Podcast S2 Ep. 1 | Clementine Moss: From Bonham to Buddha—Drumming, Spirit & TruthWhat happens when hard rock meets stillness?When power, rhythm, and spiritual inquiry collide?In this deeply intimate episode of the Artist Recovery Podcast, host Rich Wright sits down with Clementine Moss—founding drummer of the all-female Led Zeppelin tribute band Zeparella, author of From Bonham to Buddha and Back, and a multidisciplinary artist whose life bridges rock performance and spiritual practice.Clementine’s story is not about overnight success or tidy transformation. It’s about late beginnings, internal listening, and the courage to follow truth—even when it contradicts expectation.
2026-01-021h 41Artist Recovery PodcastArtist Recovery Podcast Ep. 52 | Alli Koch: People-Pleasing, Perfection & Building a Creative LifeIn this deeply human and unfiltered conversation, Rich Wright sits down with bestselling author, muralist, and creative entrepreneur Alli Koch for one of the most honest Artist Recovery Podcast episodes to date.Known for her iconic black-and-white florals, large-scale murals, and over 18 bestselling art books, Alli’s external success tells only part of the story. What unfolds here is a raw exploration of perfectionism, people-pleasing, faith, identity, and the quiet pressure creatives carry long before the world sees the work.Alli opens up about growing up in the church, navigating judgment and conformity, and how those early en...
2025-12-262h 20Artist Recovery PodcastArtist Recovery Podcast Ep. 51 | Liz Mugavero: Writing Through Trauma, Faith, & Finding Your VoiceSome artists are born knowing exactly who they are — and then spend a lifetime being told not to trust it. In this deeply honest and soul-forward episode of the Artist Recovery Podcast, host Rich Wright sits down with bestselling mystery author and writing coach Liz Mugavero (also known as Cate Conte) for a conversation that moves far beyond publishing credits and into the raw terrain of identity, faith, trauma, and creative survival. Liz is the author of multiple successful mystery series published by Kensington Books and St. Martin’s Press, including the Pawsitively Organic Mysteries, Cat Café Mysteries, and Full M...
2025-12-191h 42Artist Recovery PodcastArtist Recovery Podcast Ep. 50 | "From Foster Care to Finding My Voice with Purpose - Tony KesselSome stories don’t start with a spotlight. They start with being forgotten.In this deeply honest episode of the Artist Recovery Podcast, host Rich Wright sits down with musician, author, National Guard service member, and mental health advocate Tony Kessel for a raw conversation about identity, abandonment, creativity, and healing.Tony’s story begins in rural North Dakota — adopted late, moved through foster care, raised in small towns where everyone knew your name but few truly knew you. As a child, Tony learned early what it feels like to be overlooked… and how performance, music, and creat...
2025-12-165h 22Artist Recovery PodcastARtist Recovery Podcast Ep. 49 | Aimee Carlson on The Color of Reinvention: How I turned Healing, Art, and Womanhood Into a New BeginningIn this deeply human and beautifully unfolding conversation, the Artist Recovery Podcast welcomes Aimee Carlson — artist, seeker, former educator, long-distance runner, yoga teacher, and founder of the SheForce movement — for a journey into sensitivity, selfhood, reinvention, and the quiet courage it takes to rise again in midlife. Aimee’s story is not a linear ascent. It’s a mosaic — shaped by childhood observation, creative sparks, spiritual searching, emotional endurance, and the kind of lived experience that becomes medicine for others. This episode is a reflection for every creative who has ever wondered: “Is it too late for me...
2025-12-121h 56Artist Recovery PodcastArtist Recovery Podcast Ep. 48 | Jacki Ramsey: Trauma to Triumph in Organic Beauty & CreativityDive into one of the most powerful Artist Recovery Podcast episodes yet — a raw, inspiring, and deeply human conversation with Jacki Ramsey, the designer, photographer, entrepreneur, producer, and founder of Wood Sprite Organic Body. Her story is proof that creativity can save a life — and sometimes build an entire industry.In this episode, Jacki opens up about:✨ Growing up surrounded by art after her mother brought her into college drawing classes — even becoming the toddler “model” for 60-second gesture sketches.✨ Escaping an abusive home environment and finding refuge in nature, animals, and creativity.✨ The emotional impact of losing...
2025-12-082h 09Artist Recovery PodcastArtist Recovery Podcast Ep. 47: Katherine Klimitas on Resilience, Art & Life w/ Brittle Bone DiseaseIn this episode of the Artist Recovery Podcast, we sit down with watercolor artist, designer, speaker, and disability advocate Katherine Klimitas, whose life and art defy every expectation. Born with osteogenesis imperfecta (brittle bone disease), Katherine had broken over 500 bones by the age of 10 — yet she transformed those challenges into a thriving creative career.From selling her first pet portrait at just ten years old to becoming a professional watercolor illustrator who paints lying on her side, Katherine’s story is one of radical resilience, relentless curiosity, and uncompromising artistry.About Katherine Klimitas.Katherine is a...
2025-12-051h 20Artist Recovery PodcastArtist Recovery Podcast Ep. 46 | From Circus Drummer to Master Artist: The David “Letterfly” story.In this episode of The Artist Recovery Podcast, host Rich Wright sits down with David “Letterfly” Knoderer — a circus-bred creative whose life spans drumming under the big top, elite horsemanship, old-school hand-painted artistry, motorcycle culture, addiction recovery, and the rediscovery of purpose through creativity and service.Letterfly opens up about growing up shy in Springfield, Ohio, shaped by a childhood where his autistic brother was bullied. Creativity became his refuge, leading him into music, drawing, and eventually the circus — the place where he finally felt he belonged.Highlights:• A childhood shaped by art and identi...
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Creative Permission Slip: Empowerment Through Creativity008: Breaking Perfectionism and Reclaiming Creativity with Rich WrightCreativity becomes a powerful vehicle for healing, identity, and legacy when we allow ourselves to show up imperfectly.Aimee Carlson and guest Rich Wright explore the lifelong journey of creativity and the deep connection between art, healing, and self-understanding. Rich shares his early creative roots, his battles with perfectionism, and the powerful shift that happened when he chose authenticity over approval. Through storytelling, creative pivots, and a willingness to fail fast, he discovered a path that blends art with emotional resilience and meaningful personal growth.Their conversation highlights how creativity evolves through different seasons of...
2025-11-2538 minArtist Recovery PodcastArtist Recovery Podcast Ep. 45 | Surviving Darkness & Becoming Limitless: Anna Rosa Parker’s StoryWhat does it REALLY take to rebuild your identity, reclaim your voice, and reinvent your entire life — again and again? In this powerful episode of The Artist Recovery Podcast, creative storytelling expert and heart-math coach Anna Rosa Parker shares her deeply human, wildly inspiring journey from a minimalist childhood in Iceland to becoming a soul-led leader, mentor, brand strategist, performer, and creative visionary. Anna Rosa’s story is one of resilience, reinvention, and radical self-trust. Growing up in Reykjavik in an austere, often bleak environment with limited access to TV or creative resources, she learned early on how to buil...
2025-11-211h 56Artist Recovery PodcastArtist Recovery Podcast Ep. 44 | Jack Maher: 4x Emmy Journalist—Grief, Creativity & Shaping StoriesStep inside one of the most powerful and vulnerable conversations ever featured on the Artist Recovery Podcast. In this episode, host Rich Wright sits down with Jack Maher — Emmy Award–winning journalist, author, historian, and fifth-generation Colorado native — for a deeply personal exploration of grief, faith, resilience, creativity, family legacy, and the healing power of storytelling.Jack pulls back the curtain on the extraordinary lineage that shaped him — from his Hollywood roots to the untold story of his grandfather, pioneering curator Eric Douglas, whose work elevated Native American art across major institutions. Jack reveals how uncovering that hidden family h...
2025-11-191h 42Artist Recovery PodcastArtist Recovery Podcast Episode 43 | Mark Firehammer Reveals the Path to Creative Purpose & FreedomIn this episode of The Artist Recovery Podcast, host Rich Wright sits down with author, musician, creative visionary, and nonprofit director Mark Firehammer—a lifelong creator whose journey spans songwriting, AI-enhanced music, live-stream innovation, and a profound mission to reconnect humanity through art. From his early days as an introverted kid searching for meaning to becoming the mind behind The Echo and the Voice—an epic tale exploring creative identity and transformation【11:24-31】—Mark shares the deeply human experiences that shaped his creative evolution. If you've ever felt the pull toward something bigger, something more authentic, or something...
2025-11-142h 08Artist Recovery PodcastArtist Recovery Podcast Ep. 42 | From Teen Author to Viral Phenomenon : Shanti HershensonAt just 17 years old, Shanti Hershenson has written and published over 30 books — before even graduating high school. In this inspiring and deeply honest conversation with Rich Wright, Shanti opens up about her creative journey, her daily writing habit, and how she turned isolation during the pandemic into a powerful force of imagination.In This Episode:~ Discovering writing at age 4, falling in love with storytelling before she could even spell her name.~ The role of her magician mom and software engineer dad in shaping her creativity.~ How fencing, Star Wars, and fantasy worlds influenced her wr...
2025-11-071h 22Artist Recovery PodcastArtist Recovery Podcast Ep. 41 | War zones to Wordsmith: Joseph Bolton’s Journey with CreativityWhat happens when a U.S. Army Ranger turned storyteller digs deep into his ancestral roots — uncovering forgotten French-Canadian and Algonquin legends that spark an extraordinary creative rebirth?In this powerful episode of The Artist Recovery Podcast, host Rich Wright sits down with Joseph Bolton — a West Point graduate, Afghanistan combat veteran, and author of “Old Grandmother’s Tree” — to explore how trauma, identity, and imagination can transform into art that heals both the creator and the culture it came from.Watch this if you love: Storytelling that blends mythology, family history & indigenous wisdomMilitary...
2025-10-312h 04Artist Recovery PodcastArtist Recovery Podcast Ep. 40 | ER Nurse to Egg Tempera: The Inspiring Dual Life of Lora ArbradorIn this episode, we sit down with the incredible Lora Arbrador — a trailblazing artist, nurse, author, and co-founder of the Society of Tempera Painters — for a raw, emotionally rich journey through a life shaped by creativity, compassion, and resilience.WATCH TILL THE END for unforgettable moments about LSD trips in the '60s, surviving the AIDS epidemic as a nurse, and how a humble watercolor class in a basement launched a fine art career recognized by Cornell, Publishers Weekly, and art collectors worldwide.Timestamps (for easy navigation):00:00 – Intro to Lora Arbrador02:50 – Lora’s Bronx ch...
2025-10-241h 49Artist Recovery PodcastArtist Recovery Podcast Ep. 39 | Homeschool to Headliner: Joel Bouchard on Relentless Creativity"From a homeschooled middle child in rural Western New York to a doctoral psychology student, Army veteran, podcast host, multi-instrumentalist, and visual artist — Joel Bouchard brings raw honesty and profound insight into the artist’s inner world, navigating mental resilience, creative independence, and the myth of success on the episode of the Artist Recovery Podcast.VIRAL MOMENTS YOU CAN’T MISS:~ The wild story of mowing lawns at age 12 and saving thousands before he could drive ~ His accidental rise to management at McDonald’s at just 17 — and the leadership lesson that followed. ~ Why Joel turne...
2025-10-171h 53Artist Recovery PodcastArtist Recovery Podcast Ep. 38 | Ellen Rozman: From Perfection to Healing – Reclaiming the Gut.Step into this deeply raw and inspiring conversation with Ellen Rozman, certified health coach, wellness facilitator, and author of Full of Sht* — a brutally honest memoir about gut health, identity, and the power of healing from the inside out. 💫 Episode HighlightsGrowing up Jewish in New Orleans: Ellen opens up about her childhood in a vibrant yet exclusive culture, where Mardi Gras parades met hidden prejudice — and how early lessons in inequality shaped her core values.The making of a perfectionist: From competitive gymnastics to private-school pressures, Ellen reveals the mindset that drove her to excel — and eventu...
2025-10-102h 13Artist Recovery PodcastArtist Recovery Podcast Ep. 37 | “How Janna Morishima Helped Launch a Graphic Novel Revolution”From co-founding Scholastic’s groundbreaking Graphix imprint (yes, the one that helped launch today’s graphic novel boom for kids) to founding Kids Comics Unite, Janna has been shaping the future of children’s publishing for decades. In this interview, she opens up about her childhood in Germany, culture shocks that turned her into a voracious reader, her creative breakthroughs at Scholastic, and the hard lessons of burnout, reinvention, and recovery that every creative will relate to.✨ Key Moments You Don’t Want to Miss:Her childhood loneliness in Germany → how comics like Tintin and Asterix gave her connecti...
2025-10-032h 12Artist Recovery PodcastArtist Recovery Podcast Ep. 36 | Eric Webster: From Restaurants to Reiki, Resilience & HealingWhat does it take to rebuild, heal, and reprogram your life when your past is filled with pain, estrangement, and reinvention? In this powerful interview, Eric Webster—a lifestyle engineer, hypnotherapist, ordained minister, and Akashic Records expert—opens up about his extraordinary journey from small-town Michigan to becoming a sought-after healer who guides people through profound personal transformation.Watch until the end to hear Eric’s inspiring insights on:Growing up as the son of a police officer in a town where “everyone knew your business.”Escaping the shadow of a father deeply involved in a local...
2025-09-302h 03Artist Recovery PodcastArtist Recovery Podcast Ep. 35 | Chaos of childhood to International Galleries: Patrick WilliamsIn this powerful episode of the Artist Recovery Podcast, host Rich Wright sits down with award-winning artist, TEDx speaker, educator, and founder of Satori Innovation—Patrick Williams. Known for his work exhibited across the US, Japan, and China, Patrick opens up about the challenges, inspirations, and deeply personal moments that shaped his journey.✨ What You’ll Discover in This Interview:How growing up in Omaha with a father battling alcoholism and a chaotic home life pushed Patrick to seek refuge in art and nature.The pivotal sixth-grade moment when a teacher’s guidance shifted his acad...
2025-09-262h 11Artist Recovery PodcastArtist Recovery Podcast Ep. 34 | Emi Matsushita on Identity, Dance & Building Sustainable Art CareerIn this inspiring episode of the Artist Recovery Podcast, we sit down with Emi Matsushita — international performer, creative director, entrepreneur, and educator.Emi’s story is raw, moving, and full of lessons for creatives navigating identity, trauma, and the pursuit of an authentic career in the arts. From growing up in Japan as mixed race, to experiencing culture shock in the U.S., to discovering freedom through hip hop, Emi reveals how art became her survival and her empowerment.Highlights You Can’t Miss: Identity & Belonging: Emi opens up about navigating childhood in Japan...
2025-09-222h 23Artist Recovery PodcastArtist Recovery Podcast Ep 33 | From Marbella’s Sunlight to America’s Courtrooms: Julian RavenWhat does it take to turn pain, loss, and controversy into creativity, freedom, and art that sparks national debate? In this episode of the Artist Recovery Podcast, Rich Wright sits down with internationally trained artist, cultural entrepreneur, and outspoken advocate for artistic freedom Julian Raven—and his story is nothing short of unforgettable.🔥 What You’ll Hear in This Episode:From Idyllic Spain to Deep Loss: Growing up in 1970s Marbella, Julian paints vivid memories of Mediterranean light, nature, and creative curiosity—only to have his world shattered by the sudden death of his father.The W...
2025-09-192h 38
The Daily MastermindExit Rich Beyond Money with Peter CulverExit Rich Beyond Money with Peter CulverIn a dynamic episode of the Daily Mastermind, host George Wright III sits down with Peter Culver to discuss comprehensive approaches to wealth creation and management. Peter, a former senior wealth director and current host of the Thrive Talk podcast, shares his extensive expertise on how entrepreneurs can strategically build and maintain wealth. He emphasizes the importance of tax strategies in wealth accumulation and discusses the significance of life planning beyond financial success. Peter also delves into preparing for business exits, ensuring a balanced and fulfilling life...
2025-09-1825 minArtist Recovery PodcastArtist Recovery Podcast Ep. 32 | Reeya Banerjee: Music, Memory & HealingWhat does it mean to turn grief into art? How does an artist navigate identity, mental health, and creativity across multiple disciplines?In this unforgettable episode of the Artist Recovery Podcast, host Rich Wright sits down with the brilliant Reeya Banerjee — a multidisciplinary artist, writer, musician, and voiceover talent whose story is as powerful as her art.Reeya opens up about her childhood as the daughter of Indian immigrants, growing up in Washington, D.C., Chicago, and San Francisco, and how her mother’s long battle with cancer shaped her perspective on independence, resilience, and storytelling. From surv...
2025-09-152h 53Artist Recovery PodcastArtist Recovery Podcast Ep. 31: Peter Gunn – From Near-Death Experience to Creative PowerhouseWhat happens when a child survives a near-death experience, grows up battling PTSD, and reinvents himself through bodybuilding, poetry, and art? Meet Peter Gunn — United States Air Force veteran, resilience advocate, poet, guitarist, graphic novelist, and spiritual explorer — whose story of survival, creativity, and transformation will inspire you.✨ Moments You Can’t Miss:The Childhood NDE – At 7 years old, Peter describes leaving his body, walking through a tunnel of light, and meeting an angel who told him: “Your job isn’t done.”Peter Gunn Highlights:Combat & PTSD – A siren sound back home triggere...
2025-09-121h 18Artist Recovery PodcastArtist Recovery Podcast Ep. 30 | Injury, Anxiety & Finding Strength with Dance w/Sydney MayIn this inspiring episode of the Artist Recovery Podcast, host Rich Wright sits down with Sydney May, a professional ballerina whose story of resilience, artistry, and healing will move you as much as her performances do.Sydney’s journey began with a childhood full of movement—living across the U.S. and even briefly in Japan—before finding her artistic home in Dallas. From discovering ballet at age nine, to training at Booker T. Washington High School for the Performing & Visual Arts, Sydney’s path has been shaped by passion, mentorship, and powerful life experiences. But her story isn’t ju...
2025-09-081h 50Artist Recovery PodcastArtist Recovery Podcast Ep. 29 | From Sign Painting to Soul Recovery w/ Sean StarrWhat does it take to rebuild your life, your art, and your identity after loss, addiction, and reinvention? In this powerful episode of The Artist Recovery Podcast, host Rich Wright sits down with Sean Starr—a second-generation sign painter, master gilder, documentary filmmaker, and creative force whose story will leave you inspired.About Sean Starr:Sean is a master gilder, painter, and international creative whose works have appeared in galleries across New York, San Francisco, LA, and abroad. He’s the producer of Art is Love, Nepal and the host of Coffee with a Sign Pain...
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GOD CENTERED CONCEPTNavigating the Church Ages Part 9: Insights from TS Wright and Pastor Bob Robert ThibodeauGod Centered Concept Discipleship Series is now live. Our first book is now on Amazon called the Victory in 7. Help support us by purchasing your copy today on your kindle or paperback.Victory in 7: The Foundational Process (God Centered Concept Discipleship Series): Wright, TS: 9798274946032: Amazon.com: BooksVisit our website to learn more about The God Centered Concept. The God Centered Concept is designed to bring real discipleship and spreading the Gospel to help spark the Great Harvest, a revival in this generation. www.godcenteredconcept.comKingdom Cross Roads Podcast is...
2025-09-0126 minArtist Recovery PodcastArtist Recovery Podcast Ep. 28 | Anna Irvine on Art, Resilience & HealingWhat does it take to walk away from nearly a decade in corporate finance and fully embrace the calling of art? In this episode of the Artist Recovery Podcast, host Rich Wright sits down with visionary artist Anna Irvine — founder of Le Beaux Travail Gallery — to talk about her courageous journey from boardrooms to brushstrokes, and the deeply human battles she overcame along the way.Born in Bulgaria, shaped by South Africa, and seasoned by life in the U.S., Anna’s multicultural story is one of resilience, transformation, and the healing power of creativity. Highlights from thi...
2025-08-292h 01Artist Recovery PodcastArtist Recovery Podcast Ep. 27 | Jason Charboneau: Addiction Recovery, Detroit Music, Moody BluesIn this powerful episode of the Artist Recovery Podcast, we sit down with Jason Charboneau — Detroit-based musician, songwriter, and survivor — who opens up about his journey through addiction, recovery, and rediscovering his creative voice.Whether you’re an artist, music lover, or someone navigating life’s toughest battles, this conversation will leave you inspired, motivated, and reminded that recovery fuels creativity.Highlights from the interview with Jason Charboneau:~ Jason’s early start in the Detroit music scene and how local influences shaped his sound.~ His candid story of struggling with addiction and hitting ro...
2025-08-222h 45Artist Recovery PodcastArtist Recovery Podcast Ep. 26 | Mia Torr - Networker on Neurodivergence, Creativity & ResilienceWatch this emotionally raw, inspiring, and deeply human conversation with Mia Torr—a designer, educator, podcaster, and the powerhouse behind Authentic Networker, which scaled to 120 cities in just 3 years!In this must-watch episode, Rich Wright and Mia peel back the layers of her unconventional journey—from a neurodivergent gifted kid who skipped grades and hid in hollow trees with a book, to a globally recognized community builder who’s helped thousands forge authentic professional relationships.🌍 Born in Toronto to Swiss and Filipina parents, Mia’s multicultural upbringing, travels through Europe and Asia, and immersion in music shaped her unique...
2025-08-222h 36Artist Recovery PodcastArtist Recovery Podcast Ep. 25 | Near Death Experience to Art Revolutionary: Christopher QuigleyIn this emotionally raw and deeply inspiring episode, Rich Wright sits down with Christopher Quigley—founder of Alchemia Art Workshop and visionary creator of Transformation of Dangerous Spaces. Quigley opens up about surviving not one, but TWO strokes in 2023, and how those life-altering events rewired his brain, reshaped his soul, and ignited a new mission: confronting gender-based violence through powerful public art. From grief to grit, Quigley shares how the tragic murder of Elaine Mosher, a woman he never met but whose story pierced his heart, became the catalyst for a radical art movement. He unveils how he and...
2025-08-082h 14Artist Recovery PodcastArtist Recovery Podcast Ep. 24 | Trauma to Intuition: Claire Louise Hay’s Journey to Healing & Power“I had three kidneys, abusive parents, and angels that kept me alive.” That’s how Claire Louise Hay begins her jaw-dropping story of resilience, spiritual awakening, and radical self-healing.In this powerful episode of the Artist Recovery Podcast, host Rich Wright sits down with Claire Louise Hay—renowned intuitive healer, YouTuber, and founder of BeHealing.com—to uncover her unfiltered journey from a terrifying childhood in England to global spiritual leadership. Watch until the end for a shocking twist about how her brainwaves changed the lives of her clients—and the moment she realized her deepest traumas were her greatest...
2025-08-012h 10Artist Recovery PodcastArtist Recovery Podcast Ep. 23 | Dan Zimmermann: Wild Ride from BMX Misfit Kid to Elite Car DesignerThis week, we sit down with Dan Zimmermann — a name that might not be on the tip of your tongue yet, but one you won’t forget after hearing this. Dan is a renowned automotive design leader with over 20 years in the game. From iconic muscle cars at Dodge SRT to innovative concept builds at Mopar, Dan’s fingerprints are on some of the most thrilling vehicles on the road today.But behind the polished exteriors and high-speed innovation is a kid who just loved drawing cars — and had to fight like hell to turn that passion into a p...
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The Daily MastermindThink & Grow Rich: 13 Timeless Principles to Unlock Wealth, Power & Purpose Day 13In this episode of The Daily Mastermind, George Wright III delves into the final principle from Napoleon Hill's 'Think and Grow Rich' - the sixth sense. He recaps the journey through the previous principles, emphasizing the importance of desire, faith, and persistence. Wright explains the concept of the sixth sense as an 'infinite intelligence' that guides intuition and decision-making without conscious effort. He discusses how high-level performers like Steve Jobs and Oprah Winfrey credit their success to intuition. Wright offers practical steps for cultivating stillness, tracking intuition, and aligning with one's higher self to activate this inner compass. He...
2025-07-2310 min
The Daily MastermindThink & Grow Rich: 13 Timeless Principles to Unlock Wealth, Power & Purpose Day 13In this episode of The Daily Mastermind, George Wright III discusses the brain's unique ability to function as both a broadcasting and receiving station for thoughts, inspired by principles from Napoleon Hill's 'Think and Grow Rich.' Emphasizing the scientific grounding of these ideas in neuroscience and quantum physics, the episode delves into how thoughts, emotions, and beliefs create frequencies that shape our reality. Practical steps are provided on how to train your brain for success, including creating a morning ritual, guarding your input, and activating your brain with physical movement. Listeners are encouraged to tune their minds to...
2025-07-2210 min
The Daily MastermindThink & Grow Rich: 13 Timeless Principles to Unlock Wealth, Power & Purpose Day 12In this episode of the Daily Mastermind, George Wright III dives into the 11th principle from 'Think and Grow Rich' by Napoleon Hill—the power of the subconscious mind. He discusses how internal belief systems can limit success, regardless of external strategies and support. George explains that subconscious programming, influenced by past experiences and fears, drives most decisions. He offers actionable steps for reprogramming limiting beliefs through repetition, emotional association, and visualization. Listeners are encouraged to identify and transform their limiting beliefs to create new empowering identities. This episode also touches upon using techniques like binaural beats to make th...
2025-07-2109 minArtist Recovery PodcastArtist Recovery Podcast Ep. 22 | Trauma to Triumph: Sherry James' Powerful Story of Mental WealthIn this must-watch episode of the Artist Recovery Podcast, we sit down with Sherry James—mental health advocate, CXO of Phoenix Speaks Inc., founder of 2020 Lives Changed, and host of Creating Mental Wealth—for a raw, emotional, and inspiring conversation that will stay with you long after the video ends.** This episode contains some very traumatic experiences, please take time for yourself if you are affected by this conversation, pause and come back when you are ready. **🎙 Timestamps & Viral Moments:00:00 – Intro02:37 – Born at a funeral: The start of an unimaginable journey06:02 – A generational cycle of trau...
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The Daily MastermindThink & Grow Rich: 13 Timeless Principles to Unlock Wealth, Power & Purpose Day 11In this episode of the Daily Mastermind, George Wright III explores the concept of sex transmutation as introduced by Napoleon Hill in 'Think and Grow Rich.' He discusses how redirecting sexual energy into high-value activities can lead to enhanced creativity, productivity, and success. By recognizing and managing energy patterns, creating effective rituals, and reducing digital stimulation, individuals can master their energy for greater focus and ambition. The episode emphasizes the importance of harnessing this powerful form of energy to achieve one's full potential.00:42 Understanding Sex Transmutation01:43 The Power of Redirecting Energy...
2025-07-1709 min
The Daily MastermindThink & Grow Rich: 13 Timeless Principles to Unlock Wealth, Power & Purpose Day 10In this tenth episode of the 14-day series on '13 Principles from Think and Grow Rich', George Wright III delves into the foundational principle of the Mastermind. He emphasizes the importance of collaboration and association for achieving success, a timeless concept endorsed by historical figures like Andrew Carnegie and modern thinkers like Jim Rohn. Wright discusses Napoleon Hill's definition of the Mastermind as the coordination of knowledge and effort in harmony for a definite purpose. He shares personal insights and strategies to create and benefit from Mastermind groups, urging listeners to evaluate their inner circle and actively seek synergistic...
2025-07-1711 min
The Daily MastermindThink & Grow Rich: 13 Timeless Principles to Unlock Wealth, Power & Purpose Day 8In this episode of the Daily Mastermind, George Wright III explores the power of decision-making and its crucial role in building momentum and certainty. Highlighting Napoleon Hill's principle of decision from 'Think and Grow Rich,' George emphasizes that indecision is a bigger dream killer than failure. He discusses how successful people make decisions quickly and stick to them, while unsuccessful people waver. Providing practical advice, George encourages listeners to make decisions promptly, commit to them, and surround themselves with certainty by fostering a supportive environment. He also underscores that clarity comes from action, not beforehand, and urges listeners...
2025-07-1410 min
The Daily MastermindThink & Grow Rich: 13 Timeless Principles to Unlock Wealth, Power & Purpose Day 7In this episode of the Daily Mastermind, George Wright III delves into the importance of organized planning, the seventh principle from Napoleon Hill's 'Think and Grow Rich.' He discusses how having a vision without a detailed plan is ineffective and emphasizes the need to translate goals into daily actionable steps. George recaps the series so far, touching on previous topics such as desire, faith, autosuggestion, specialized knowledge, and imagination. He provides practical advice on creating a structured plan by identifying key milestones and breaking them down into weekly and daily tasks. The episode underscores the necessity of reviewing...
2025-07-1409 min
The Daily MastermindThink & Grow Rich: 13 Timeless Principles to Unlock Wealth, Power & Purpose Day 6In this episode of The Daily Mastermind, George Wright III delves into the critical role of imagination in achieving success, based on principles from 'Think and Grow Rich.' Wright emphasizes that many entrepreneurial struggles stem not from business problems but from a lack of imaginative vision. He explores the two forms of imagination—synthetic and creative—and how both are essential for innovation and leadership. Highlighting examples from notable visionaries like Elon Musk and Steve Jobs, Wright encourages listeners to practice visualization and imagination daily. He concludes with actionable advice for entrepreneurs to create a clear vision of thei...
2025-07-1211 min
The Daily MastermindThink & Grow Rich: 13 Timeless Principles to Unlock Wealth, Power & Purpose Day 5In today's episode of The Daily Mastermind, host George Wright III delves into the concept of specialized knowledge as outlined in Napoleon Hill's 'Think and Grow Rich.' George emphasizes that knowledge alone is not power; it must be applied effectively. He explains how specialized knowledge can distinguish you from the crowd in today's information-saturated world. The episode provides actionable steps to identify and harness your unique talents, helping you grow your brand, increase your value, and become an authority in your field. Tune in to learn how to convert your passion into a powerful tool for success.
2025-07-1111 minArtist Recovery PodcastArtist Recovery Podcast Ep.21 | East LA to Star Wars,Stranger Things: Rey Paez Self-Made Illustrator🔥 In this powerful episode of the Artist Recovery Podcast, we sit down with LA-based illustrator Rey Paez, whose nostalgic, rebellious art style has made waves across pop culture giants like Stranger Things, Star Wars, Topps, and more. Rey opens up in one of his most vulnerable and inspiring interviews yet, sharing how a kid born with spina bifida in East LA became a nationally recognized creative force—armed with nothing but a pencil, passion, and unstoppable mindset.🎨 Whether you're an artist, creative entrepreneur, or someone searching for your next step, this conversation will leave you inspired to push past lim...
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The Daily MastermindThink & Grow Rich: 13 Timeless Principles to Unlock Wealth, Power & Purpose Day 4In this episode of The Daily Mastermind, George Wright III dives into the principle of autosuggestion as outlined in Napoleon Hill's 'Think and Grow Rich.' Wright explains how autosuggestion operates as a powerful tool to shape beliefs, direct focus, and reprogram the subconscious mind. He emphasizes the importance of controlling inner thoughts and suggests practical methods such as affirmations, declarations, and visualization to intentionally cultivate a positive mental framework. Wright also offers actionable advice on how to craft and utilize personal affirmations to instill empowering beliefs and achieve desired outcomes. Listeners are encouraged to write their definite major...
2025-07-1010 min
The Daily MastermindThink & Grow Rich: 13 Timeless Principles to Unlock Wealth, Power & Purpose Day 3In this episode of the Daily Mastermind, George Wright III delves into the third principle of 'Think and Grow Rich' by Napoleon Hill: faith. He explores the importance of faith not just as a religious belief but as a crucial element for success and overcoming self-doubt. By utilizing affirmations, visualization, and repeated emotional experience, faith can be cultivated. George emphasizes that faith is a decision followed by action and explains how modern neuroscience supports these ideas. He further provides a practical faith-building challenge involving writing and emotionally expressing affirmations to enhance personal and business growth. Join George as he...
2025-07-0909 min
The Daily MastermindThink & Grow Rich: 13 Timeless Principles to Unlock Wealth, Power & Purpose Day 2In this episode of The Daily Mastermind, George Wright III dives into the second principle of the 'Think and Grow Rich' series, focusing on the concept of clarity. George discusses how many entrepreneurs work hard but lack a clear focus, driven by societal expectations rather than their own true desires. Drawing from Napoleon Hill's definition of desire as a powerful, burning obsession, George outlines a practical six-step process to transform vague dreams into clear, actionable goals. He emphasizes the importance of specificity, commitment, and emotional engagement. The episode also features insights from modern thought leaders like Grant Cardone and...
2025-07-0809 min
The Daily MastermindThink & Grow Rich: 13 Timeless Principles to Unlock Wealth, Power & Purpose Day 1In this episode of the Daily Mastermind, George Wright III introduces a special series on the 13 powerful principles from Napoleon Hill's 'Think and Grow Rich.' George emphasizes how these timeless strategies, developed from studying over 500 of history's most successful individuals, can help entrepreneurs and high achievers overcome modern challenges like digital overwhelm and distraction. George shares his personal connection to the book and promises to break down each principle daily, offering practical applications to help listeners gain traction in their personal and professional lives. This kickoff episode invites listeners to prepare a journal, share feedback, and engage with...
2025-07-0706 min
MX3.vipHow Much Do You Need to Feel Rich in 2025?Discover what Americans really think about money, wealth, and financial security in this eye-opening episode of the MX3 Podcast. From fast food rankings to the harsh truths of poverty levels, we cover it all—statistics, cultural shifts, and why $100K might no longer cut it.🎙 Topics Covered:- 2024's best restaurant chains- What income makes you “rich” in today’s economy- CNN and Bankrate’s shocking survey results- Regional cost-of-living disparities- The real meaning of financial freedom- Why poverty persists in modern America👉 Visit us at: www.mx3.v...
2025-07-0735 minArtist Recovery PodcastArtist Recovery Podcast Ep. 20 | Jodi Remenap: From Physical Therapy to Culinary Passion🔥 In this powerful and raw episode of the Artist Recovery Podcast, we sit down with the dynamic Jodi Remenap—a chef, entrepreneur, former physical therapist, and creative powerhouse. Buckle up, because her story is anything but linear.🧠 From Science to the Stove:Jodi opens up about her pivot from earning a Master’s degree in physical therapy to finding deep fulfillment as a private chef and creative brand builder. Hear how she navigated early success, burnout, and rediscovered her calling through food and service.👩🍳 About Jodi Remenap:With roots in Michigan and a career path that led through California...
2025-07-041h 31Artist Recovery PodcastArtist Recovery Podcast Ep. 19 | "True Story: They called me Kid Rock, too!" Pierre Mayo🔥 In this powerhouse episode of the Artist Recovery Podcast, host Rich Wright sits down with the incomparable Pierre Mayo — a multi-talented recording artist, audio/visual production mogul, and pastor — for a raw, inspiring, and deeply personal conversation you don't want to miss.From surviving childhood battles with sickle cell anemia to influencing the Detroit hip-hop scene having the monicker Kid Rock also and who got to keep the name, working with J Dilla and gospel rap scene, Pierre’s story is a testament to resilience, faith, and visionary creativity. With over 30 years of experience in media production, live event man...
2025-06-284h 21Artist Recovery PodcastArtist Recovery Podcast Ep 18 | Joanna Lloyd’s Journey from Art to Healing: childhood trauma shapes🎨 Discover the powerful connection between art, trauma, and healing in this riveting episode of the Artist Recovery Podcast! Join host Rich Wright as he sits down with Joanna Lloyd, an artist, birthing specialist, and founder of Mumabuba and Echoes of Birth, to explore how early life experiences, including prenatal and birth imprints, shape our mental health and creative lives. ⚠️ Content Warning: This episode discusses sensitive topics like birth trauma, suicide, and childhood abuse. If you feel triggered, Joanna suggests pausing, stepping into nature, or engaging in a creative activity. Take care of yourself and return when ready.
2025-06-201h 53Artist Recovery PodcastArtist Recovery Podcast Ep 17 | Soccer Scholarship to Art Therapy, Lindsay Reynold's JourneyWelcome back to the Artist Recovery Podcast — where creativity meets healing. In this deeply personal and inspiring episode, host Rich Wright sits down with multidisciplinary artist and board-certified creative arts therapist Lindsay Reynolds to explore a journey that redefines what it means to pivot, persevere, and create with purpose.🧠✨ Lindsay’s story is more than art — it’s a blueprint for healing, growth, and reclaiming creativity.🚨 MUST-WATCH MOMENTS:0:15 – Meet Lindsay: The creative therapist using art to transform trauma4:35 – That kindergarten pony story… and how it still shapes her view of nature 🌲🐴10:45 – The struggle of being more than “just one t...
2025-06-131h 59Artist Recovery PodcastArtist Recovery Podcast Ep 16 | From Sensitive Kid to Spiritual Creative: Peter Bragino’s JourneyIn this soul-stirring episode of theArtist Recovery Podcast, Rich Wright reconnects with visionary artist and former US Marine Peter Bragino, more than a decade after their last face-to-face meeting. What unfolds is not just an interview—it’s a powerful story of resilience, creativity, leadership, overcoming addiction and spiritual discovery.👉 Watch now if you're ready to be inspired by the evolution of an artist who blends discipline, emotion, and intuition into every brushstroke.🌀 WHO IS PETER BRAGINO?Mixed-media visual artist & creative directorUS Marine Corps veteran turned air traffic controllerOvercoming Addiction with Plant Medi...
2025-06-062h 04Artist Recovery PodcastArtist Recovery Podcast Ep.15 | Being Wildly Authentic, Redefine Success, Owning Weird - Lisa BordenWhat happens when a quiet, sensitive kid grows up to disrupt industries and redefine what success really means? This week’s episode of Artist Recovery Podcast features the wildly original Lisa Borden—a reiki master, urban organic farmer, ethical entrepreneur, founder of Borden Communications, and creator of the Wellness Intelligence Collective.🔥 In this raw and real interview, Lisa gets deeply personal about:✨ Growing up misunderstood in conventional schools✨ Being told she was “stupid” by teachers—and how she turned that trauma into empowerment✨ Why perfectionism nearly crushed her, and how she found freedom through imperfection✨ Creating her...
2025-05-301h 58Artist Recovery PodcastArtist Recovery Podcast Ep. 14 | From Combat to Canvas: The Untold Journey of Artist John RiosIn this unforgettable episode of the Artist Recovery Podcast, host Rich Wright sits down with John Rios, a self-taught creative powerhouse whose art has graced the stages of rock legends like KISS, Motley Crue, Ted Nugent, Kid Rock, Eminem, Uncle Kracker and Alice Cooper. But this isn’t just a story about fame and paintbrushes—it’s about resilience, healing, and rediscovery through art.🎤 WHY YOU SHOULD WATCH THIS INTERVIEW:This episode isn’t just for artists—it’s for anyone chasing a dream, healing from trauma, or looking for inspiration to keep going when the odds are stacked hig...
2025-05-231h 45Artist Recovery PodcastArtist Recovery Podcast Ep.13 | Healing Through Design, Trauma, and Transcendence - Claire O'Connor🌿 In this unforgettable episode, we sit down with Claire O’Connor — intuitive essence midwife, brand stylist, and founder of Wellness Web Designers — to uncover a life journey filled with resilience, creativity, and spiritual reclamation. This is not your typical design or entrepreneurship story.✨ Claire takes us deep into her early life in suburban New Jersey, painting a raw portrait of growing up in a household marked by intergenerational trauma, addiction, and religious dogma. From being a silent, withdrawn child in Catholic school to discovering salvation in art, books, and imagination, Claire's story is as powerful as it is relatabl...
2025-05-163h 16Artist Recovery PodcastArtist Recovery Podcast Ep. 12 | Transforming Fitness for Creatives: Trea Cotton’s Journey & VisionIn this captivating interview on the Artist Recovery Podcast, Trea Cotton, founder of Next World Fitness, opens up about his unique journey in fitness and how he’s redefining wellness for artists and creatives. From growing up in Drew, Mississippi, to crafting a revolutionary approach to online fitness coaching, Trea shares insights on how his early life—shaped by gospel, blues, and family—helped him discover his passion for health and creativity.🔑 Key Moments from the Episode:~The Power of Early InspirationTrea’s childhood was rich with music, from his grandmother’s gospel influence to...
2025-05-091h 17Artist Recovery PodcastArtist Recovery Podcast Ep.11 | Why Creative Mindset is Key to Innovate in Business Sarah BierenbaumIn this episode of the Artist Recovery Podcast, Sarah Bierenbaum shares her inspiring and unorthodox journey from professional theatrical stage manager to tech startup executive, and now, founder and coach at Nimble Penguin Coaching. Sarah brings a unique blend of creativity and leadership experience to the table, offering invaluable insights on how empowerment, self-awareness, and alignment with personal values drive success—whether in the arts, tech, or entrepreneurship.🔑 Key Moments in This Interview:The unexpected crossroads of art and tech: Sarah reveals how her path from stage management to tech was both surprising and transformational. She w...
2025-05-022h 15
The Book for Your Dream PodcastThe Science of Getting Rich Ep 32Send us a textWhat if wealth wasn’t a matter of luck or background—but the result of thinking and acting in a specific way? In this episode of The Book For Your Dream Podcast, we explore The Science of Getting Rich by Wallace D. Wattles, a foundational guide to prosperity that teaches abundance is available to anyone who aligns with the spiritual laws of success.Host Luchas H. Wright Jr. unpacks Wattles’ timeless principles—like desire, gratitude, faith, and creative action—and shows how to build wealth by serving others and focusing on creation i...
2025-05-0209 minThe Book for Your Dream PodcastThe Science of Getting Rich Ep 32Send us a textWhat if wealth wasn’t a matter of luck or background—but the result of thinking and acting in a specific way? In this episode of The Book For Your Dream Podcast, we explore The Science of Getting Rich by Wallace D. Wattles, a foundational guide to prosperity that teaches abundance is available to anyone who aligns with the spiritual laws of success.Host Luchas H. Wright Jr. unpacks Wattles’ timeless principles—like desire, gratitude, faith, and creative action—and shows how to build wealth by serving others and focusing on creation i...
2025-05-0109 minArtist Recovery PodcastArtist Recovery Podcast Ep. 10 | Nearly giving it all up and what pulled him back- Gareth Robertson🔥 What does it take to grow a brand from scratch and evolve through chaos? In this gripping episode of Artist Recovery Podcast we sit down with Gareth Robertson, the powerhouse behind GR-aphic Studio (formerly Design Pit). From his kitchen table to leading a full-fledged creative agency, Gareth shares the unfiltered truth about building a business in the ever-evolving world of branding and digital marketing.👀 IN THIS EPISODE:💡 How Gareth went from a one-man design studio to running a multi-service creative agency.📘 The story behind his book "Decade: A Creative Journey in Business" — a raw look at reinvention...
2025-04-301h 58Artist Recovery PodcastArtist Recovery Podcast Ep 9 | "This Flyer Saved My Life" – John McBride’s Turning Point🔥 WATCH THIS if you’ve ever felt stuck, doubted your path, or needed that one sign to keep going.In this raw and inspiring episode of the Artist Recovery Podcast, Rich Wright sits down with John McBride — Director of Product Design at Bestway Global Holdings, former Crayola designer, Matchbox/Hot Wheels mastermind, Designer at the Franklin Mint and founder of Midnight Octane. He opens up like never before.📌 Timestamps & Highlights: 00:00 - Intro & John's killer design resume02:30 - Discovering creativity in childhood05:10 - How cars + crayons shaped a future10:00 - His Garfield obsession & early schoolyard “fame”14...
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The Daily MastermindOrganized Planning for Results | Lessons from Think & Grow Rich | LeadershipIn this episode of the Daily Mastermind, George Wright III emphasizes the significance of transforming desires into achievable results through organized planning and effective leadership. Drawing inspiration from Napoleon Hill's 'Think and Grow Rich,' Wright highlights essential planning steps: setting definite goals, creating a mastermind group, breaking down tasks, and maintaining flexibility. He outlines 11 crucial leadership traits, including unwavering courage, self-control, keen sense of justice, and mastery of detail, that are vital for executing a strategic plan. Wright encourages listeners to evaluate their leadership qualities and emphasizes that both an organized plan and strong leadership are pivotal for...
2025-04-2211 minArtist Recovery PodcastArtist Recovery Podcast Ep. 8 | Turning Pain into Purpose & Building Community with Scott Fisk🌟 Get ready to be inspired! In this powerful episode, Rich Wright sits down with Scott Fisk—a professional hot rod illustrator, author, and founder of the "IAIAM Community for Creatives." Scott’s story is one of resilience, creativity, and purpose. From growing up in a blue-collar town in upstate New York to becoming a celebrated artist and entrepreneur residing in Vermont, Scott shares his incredible journey and the life lessons that shaped him. This is an episode you don’t want to miss!✨ Key Moments You’ll Love:A Hallmark Love Story:Scott shares the touching stor...
2025-04-182h 09
For the Love of Creatives#017: Mental Health & Creativity: One Artist's Journey With Rich WrightRich Wright's powerful journey from darkness to hope will resonate with anyone who has struggled with mental health while pursuing artistic passions. After surviving a suicide attempt and twelve weeks of intensive treatment, Rich realized traditional psychiatry couldn't provide the answers he needed, sparking his quest for alternative healing that transformed his life.Rich shares his career transitions—from fashion design for Bacardi International to jewelry making to his role as an "artist lifestyle coach"—emphasizing how creativity and spirituality became pillars of his recovery. He believes creativity isn't just an activity but a spiritual practice that chan...
2025-04-0759 minArtist Recovery PodcastArtist Recovery Podcast Ep. 7 | Breaking the Silence: A Story of Loss, Hope & Suicide Prevention with Dennis Liegghio💔 What if one moment changed your life forever?For Dennis Liegghio, that moment came when he was just 13 years old, when he tragically lost his father to suicide. In this raw, emotional, and deeply inspiring interview, Dennis sits down with Rich Wright to share how he turned his personal pain into a global movement of hope, healing, and suicide prevention.👉 If you or someone you love has ever struggled with loss, mental health, or finding purpose after tragedy, this episod...
2025-04-041h 33Artist Recovery PodcastArtist Recovery Podcast Ep.6 | Reinvention, Resilience & the Art of Creativity with Tracy MatthewsWhat happens when your entire business collapses overnight? Tracy Matthews knows this story all too well. In this powerful and eye-opening interview, Tracy sits down with Rich Wright to share her incredible journey of reinvention, from losing her first jewelry company in the 2008 financial crash to rebuilding herself as a visionary leader, author, and business mentor.👉 If you've ever felt stuck, afraid to pivot, or unsure of your next move—this episode is for you!🎯 Key Takeaways from This Interview:🔹 "My Entire B...
2025-03-281h 08Artist Recovery PodcastArtist Recovery Podcast Ep. 5 | Creativity, Risk-Taking & Reinvention with Jon BannanIn this inspiring and eye-opening conversation, Rich Wright sits down with Jon Bannan, an illustrator, designer, and musician based in Richmond, Virginia. Jon has worked with major names like Morgan Wallen, Chris Stapleton, and Samuel Adams—but his journey has been anything but ordinary. From being homeschooled and starting college at just 14 to pursuing music, facing unexpected setbacks, and ultimately creating No Go Stories, Jon’s path is one of resilience, reinvention, and relentless creativity.🔹 "Don’t Let Your Regrets Become Ghost Stories"
2025-03-211h 37Artist Recovery PodcastArtist Recovery Podcast Ep. 4 | Maddox & Dwight - The Power of Creativity, Resilience and CommunityIn this deeply moving and insightful conversation, Rich Wright sits down with Maddox and Dwight Spencer, co-founders of For the Love of Creatives, to discuss creativity, resilience, and the urgent need to rebuild authentic community in a post-pandemic world.🔹 From Overcoming Bullying to Building ConnectionRon and Dwight open up about their childhood struggles, facing bullying, othering, and personal hardships that shaped who they are today. Maddox shares how being an effeminate child in an era with little understanding left lasting wounds—but also fueled his journey toward self-acceptance and personal growth. Meanwhile, Dwight speaks on the u...
2025-03-161h 49Artist Recovery PodcastArtist Recovery Episode 3 Wendy Powell "Understanding Personality Types and Growth"In this Episode Rich Wright sits down with Wendy Powell to discuss her life journey and how creativity has played out in her life along with a husband that is an Agency Lead and what it's like living with a creative. Wendy's journey has lead her to a place of becoming a certified Enneagram Coach which allows people to understand themselves better through the Enneagram types.Connect with Wendy and Learn more about YOUR type: Adventure 9Support the showAlways remember, Listen to your Heart and Be Kind to Your Mind! -Rich...
2025-03-071h 49Artist Recovery PodcastArtist Recovery Episode 2 Tom Powell "I watched you lose everything and gain so much more!"In this engaging conversation, Rich Wright and Tom Powell explore themes of humor, personal growth, and the journey of creativity. They discuss Tom's multifaceted career, his upbringing in a pastor's home, and the challenges and triumphs of navigating school life as an achiever. The dialogue delves into Tom's athletic pursuits, creative endeavors, and the unique experiences of attending a Christian college, highlighting the importance of authenticity and connection in personal and professional journeys. In this conversation,, Tom reflects on his career beginnings in the creative field, embracing risks, and the importance of friendship and support during tough times. In...
2025-03-031h 49Artist Recovery PodcastArtist Recovery Pod Ep1 Marilyn Edwards - "She was a Shrimp Boat Captain!!!!"In this Episode of the Artist Recovery Podcast Rich Wright talks with Marilyn Edwards about what life was like growing up, becoming and Art student, then Shrimp Boat Captain and then an Intuitive Healer. Marilyn has a quite a journey in the creative fields and is sharing that journey with you.Follow us here: https://www.theartistrecovery.comJoin the Community: https://www,artrecroom.comConnect with Marilyn: https://www.marilynedwards.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/marilynedwardshea...Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marilynedwardshe...Support the show
2025-02-241h 47
Kingdom Cross Roads PodcastThe Christian Capitalist - Rich SandersThe Christian Capitalist Rich SandersCan faith and capitalism truly coexist, or are they fundamentally at odds? This episode explores this provocative question with guest Rich Sanders, a pastor, small business owner, and author of "The Christian Capitalist: The Gospel of Hard Work and Generous Giving." Rich shares his insights on how Christians can embrace capitalism while embodying generosity and stewardship, emphasizing that wealth should be viewed as a means to serve others rather than an end in itself. His experiences, from military service to legal practice, shape his perspective on living out the gospel...
2025-01-1032 min
The Daily MastermindCreating an Epic Life Through Innovation with Terry RichIn this episode of The Daily Mastermind, hosted by George Wright III, guest Terry Rich talks about his journey from a farm in Iowa to becoming a keynote speaker, author, and fraud buster. Terry shares his experiences in the TV and cable industry, starting and selling businesses, and highlights from his tenure as the CEO of the Iowa Lottery where he cracked the largest lottery fraud in US history. The conversation covers valuable lessons on innovation, overcoming failure, and creating an environment that encourages out-of-the-box thinking. Terry also teases a 'million-dollar idea' involving using the moon as a billboard...
2024-12-0632 min
The 1 to ONE ThingEp. 69 - Comfort in Discomfort. The Path to Authentic Leadership: Rich Kuepper
Welcome to the show.
In this episode I reconnect with my long-time friend and leadership consultant Rich Kuepper, founder of Lead USA and Leading Human. We dive into how experiential learning shapes resilient, authentic leaders and why it’s essential to get comfortable with discomfort. Rich shares highlights from his 26 years in the industry, including his early days working with Tony Robbins and his journey into designing unique, hands-on leadership exercises for global clients. Through powerful experiences like ropes courses and team challenges, Rich’s work helps leaders and teams build resi...
2024-11-1452 min
The Daily MastermindThink & Grow Rich Success Secrets Part 4This week we are talking about Changing Your Reality...and Creating the Life You Were Meant to Live. Think and Grow Rich is the Ultimate Guide to taking control of your life and crafting a plan. Today I want to talk about the next 3 principles... Decision Persistence The Mastermind Lessons in Decision Making One common attribute of highly successful individuals is their ability to make decisions quickly and change them slowly. This concept, central to "Think and Grow Rich," emphasizes decisiveness as a pillar of success. Many unsuccessful people fall into the trap of procrastinating and making slow decisions while...
2024-10-1010 min
The Daily MastermindThink & Grow Rich Success Secrets Part 1Welcome back to the Daily Mastermind. Are you living a Proactive or Reactive Life? Do you feel that you have control over your destiny and the life you are creating? Or do you feel that you are just at the whim of what ever is coming your way? Well today I want to talk with you about the fact that you definitely can control or influence the direction your life is going. I want to run through several things I feel you can do to craft the life of your dreams. I also plan to start diggin into a timeless cl...
2024-10-0711 min
3 FILMS THAT HAVE IMPACTED EVERYTHING IN YOUR ADULT LIFE3 Films That Have Impacted Everything In Your Adult Life with KNEECAP director Rich PeppiattScreenwriter Stuart Wright talks to filmmaker Rich Peppiatt about his – almost – real time biopic KNEECAP starring all three members of the band KNEECAP and "3 Films That Have Impacted Everything In Your Adult Life" AMELIE (2001) TRAINSPOTTING (1996)DUMB & DUMBER (1994)KNEECAP is out in US cinemas from 2 August, Ireland cinemas from 8 August and UK from 23 August"3 FILMS THAT HAVE IMPACTED EVERYTHING IN YOUR ADULT LIFE" is a podcast by screenwriter Stuart Wright that explores the transformative power of cinema. From emotional masterpieces to thought...
2024-07-3153 min
Eat Your Content039. Top Chef S21E04: "The Wright Way" Recap with guest Chef AmadeusIn this episode of "Eat Your Content," host Rich Herrera is joined by Chef Amadeus to recap the thrilling moments from Top Chef Season 21 Episode 4: "The Wright Way." They discuss the challenges faced by the chefs, the standout dishes, and the personalities that shone through in this episode. As always, they provide their unique insights and perspectives on the culinary creations and decisions made by the contestants.In addition to the episode recap, Rich and Chef Amadeus also update the Top Chef Draft point standings, revealing who's leading the pack and who's making a comeback. Tune in...
2024-04-151h 00
Rich Embury's Metallic UtopiaRich Embury’s METALLIC UTOPIA // Metallic Christmas Slay Ride
Rich Embury’s Metallic Utopia goes full Christmas metal & hard rock tunes for the METALLIC CHRISTMAS SLAY RIDE! Holiday thrashers and rockers from Thousand Foot Krutch / Lyric Noel / Owl Stretching / Ronnie James Dio, Rudy Sarzo, Tony Iommi & Simon Wright / Danny Metal / Savage Henry and the Infamous One Pounders / Exotoxis / Steel Panther / Small Town Titans / Psychostick / Rob Halford / Majestica / Hairbangers Ball / Danger Danger / Austrian Death Machine / Wednesday 13 / Snowy Shaw / KillWhitneyDead / Nerf Herder / King Diamond! Enjoy the tuneage FCRers!
This edition of Rich Embury’s Metallic Utopia aired LIVE, exclusively on FCK.FM, Saturday, December 23rd, 2023.
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2023-12-241h 31
The Daily MastermindCreating an Epic Life Through Innovation with Terry RichLet me start by saying that today you are in for a wild ride. Terry Rich is joining us on the podcast today. This “Idea Dude” is responsible for busting the largest Lottery Fraud in US history, and he wrote a book about it called “The $80 Billion Dollar Gamble”. He is known as the Disruptive Innovator. He is an entrepreneur, international speaker, and business consultant. He has given away $1B dollars, ran a zoo and even appeared on the Tonight Show with Johnny Carson. I can even begin to pack all the success lessons, strategies and stories he had into th...
2023-09-0632 min