Featuring Lina, Layane, Agnes, Cheng Cheng, Liv, Liv's Roommates & Madison Cunningham

At some point, you’re going to have to ask yourself… "Am I the type of artist who runs with the wolves? Or... am I the type of artist who hangs with the sheep?"  

Social media is killing your art. Here's what you can do about it.

The next Basquiat won’t look anything like Basquiat. But they WILL resemble Basquiat in spirit. Here are some traits to look for...

It’s a scary time to have a different opinion or to make controversial art. And that’s precisely why we have to. — Excerpts from “Whiplash” (2014) movie, Venus Williams interview with Elena Cardone, David Goggins Million Dollar Mastermind (2022), Andrew Huberman Podcast “How to Build Immense Inner Strength”, Busta Rhymes on Diary Of A CEO Podcast.

THE TOP 10. With additional words of wisdom from David Bowie, Rosalia, Ethan Hawke, Rocky, Jordan Peterson, Oprah, Virgil Abloh, Seinfeld, Matthew McConaughey, Emma Chamberlain, Midnight In Paris, Whiplash, Claire from 'The Bear', Taylor Swift, and Dave, the homeless man I met last night.

Just like Taylor Swift did.

Most people will tell you to "NEVER give up on your dream". Good advice? Or just another stupid cliché holding you back?

3 things to understand if you're at a crossroads right now.

Imposter syndrome sucks. It blunts your artistic powers. Here are the FIRST 5 STEPS you can take to find your "artist lane"—  and get out of that dreaded imposter hellhole. #truthlotion

Yes, this is an absolutely true story. — Shoutout to Antoine, who was there for the radical transmogrification. Excerpt from 'Madonna: Truth Or Dare'. 

If you’ve been feeling like you need to reconnect to your authentic self recently… You're not alone. Let me tell you an inspiring story that happened to my friend Paula last year. — Featuring @okeycorp, Sarah Shébani @shebanimusic (musical interlude), Carmen (Bernard Lonergan Theory), Austin Kleon (from Colin & Samir Podcast ‘The Copy and Paste Culture of YouTube’). A special thanks to Lucho of Cloud Worldwide for spreading the word about this podcast in Columbia.

The shame you feel about making money from your art.

"There are habits you have right now that are totally killing your creativity. They take you from a potential 10… to a 6. When you stop doing these things, magic happens..." — Featuring Drake AI, Rick Rubin (Joe Rogan Podcast), Tyler The Creator (Converse All Star Series Interview), MrBeast (Lex Fridman Podcast), Cate Blanchett (W Magazine Interview), Virgil Abloh (Core Studio Public Lecture), Richard Avedon (Charlie Rose Interview), Taylor Swift (American Music Awards), Illmind (ProducerGrind Podcast), Jeremy Pope (from Hollywood Reporter interview), Chet Faker (Tape Notes Podcast)

If you want to do well on social media, you need to be a sociopath, a narcissist, or an extrovert. If you're an introvert who doesn't like showing your face, no one will care about your art. True or false?

This is the episode you've been waiting for...

Self-help books will never give you self-respect, self-love, self-reliance, or self-mastery. Only self-discipline can give you those things. And that, my artist friend, has been your missing link.

Society teaches us from an early age to distrust and ostracize anyone who doesn’t fit the mold. That’s why, by the time you discover that you’re an artist… You’ve probably been at war with yourself for years already. And you weren’t even aware of it. It takes on many different ugly faces. Like Self-doubt. Imposter syndrome. And it’s only a courageous re-awakening that can put you back at the center of your creative purpose again. (Featuring Lea)

Can aspiring artists learn anything from someone who is a self-described “content queen”? | SOURCES: Emma Chamberlain on The Tonight Show https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZPLBNRkxt5U — Emma Chamberlain on Call Her Daddy https://open.spotify.com/episode/5YG5tfhOXMo62IGTPsEY0s — Emma Chamberlain's YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@emmachamberlain — Emma Chamberlain's Podcast ‘Anything Goes’ https://open.spotify.com/show/5VzFvh1JlEhBMS6ZHZ8CNO — Emma Chamberlain Has a Spiritual Awakening While Eating Spicy Wings | Hot Ones https://youtu.be/ZeXN7PchnkQ 

The hard truth about what it takes to make art that sticks out of a crowd.

Sometimes learning a new word acts like dynamite on the walls around you. Today, we discuss TWO such words.| SOURCES: “All Star Series: Tyler Talk, Paris” by Converse ( https://youtu.be/Z90f1-zWg0c ); JAMES BALDWIN & NIKKI GIOVANNI - A CONVERSATION (1971) Complete ( https://youtu.be/4Jc54RvDUZU ); Your Mom's House Podcast - Ep.670 w/ Louis C.K. ( https://youtu.be/KTJXdmJ5cWQ ) “Know the Artist: Frida Kahlo “ by Several Circles | Art History ( https://youtu.be/9tKFIbT5UHc ); “Frida Kahlo • Pain Becomes Art (Creative Codex Podcast Ep 3)” by Creative Codex ( https://youtu.be/-N28Qwg7tYU ); “Frida Kahlo's Life” by Fineartchik ( https://youtu.be/QmxVEmS6ako ); “Frida Kahlo and Fibromyalgia: The Healing Power of Creativity” by Dr. Liptan ( https://youtu.be/1i7\_JwCKlC8 )

You may think the art you're making will be your greatest work of art. It isn't.

A new artist perspective for the changing season.

Is the price of loneliness worth it— to live a life of doing what we love?

Here are 6 valuable lessons you can learn from the most prolific artist who ever lived.

The artist "comedown" is a very real thing, indeed.

The secret to becoming a prolific artist is easier than you may think. (taken from 'The Book Of Transformation') || SOURCES: Huberman Lab Podcast #8 “Optimize Your Learning & Creativity with Science-based Tools”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uuP-1ioh4LY — Kobe Bryant Thrive Interview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LdrVVJPlUK4 — Matthew Walker on Joe Rogan Experience #1109: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pwaWilO\_Pig — Arianna Huffington Ted Talk: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nncY-MA1Iu8

Are you on the right track? Only if you can answer these three questions in your sleep. An episode of ultra #truthlotion.

People Watching 2.0 has arrived. From 'The Book Of Dares'.

Mady is struggling with the #1 dream killer.

Ever notice how the people who preach about mental health online are often no better off than you? Isn't it time we start taking advice from the people who actually exude the qualities that we desire?

@sighswoon takes over the podcast. She teaches us 1. how to grow a following, 2. how to handle "haters" and 3. how to manifest money.

A different way of looking at the art of making art. Featuring @sighswoon (Gabi Abrão).

At first, you think you have a genius idea. After working on it a bit, you realize things aren’t working. And then you start thinking it sucks. Which leads you to start thinking that YOU suck. Welcome to the creative process. AKA 'The Struggle'. (From 'The Book Of Mental Health') Featuring Mystery Student Sarah. Watch her videos here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbsTNGKB4eVv4LeZpl4AqVw

5 pearls of wisdom to help you become a better artist.

Work/Life balance doesn't work for artists. There's a better way. Want proof? Hajime Sorayama, Emma Chamberlain, Nicky Minaj, and Dan Pena. (From 'The Book Of Transformation') -- CREDITS: “Prelude To Taps”, PublicResourceOrg, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MP3pNJWjxKI // “Honor The Fallen”, The U.S. Army, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nQ7Nz81TgGQ

"If you want to invent the lightbulb, you can’t just keep trying to invent a better candle. At some point, you’re gonna need to take a leap of faith." From 'The Book Of Influence'.Excerpts: Nancy Duarte ’ Resonate’ (Chapter 9, Change Your World) /  T-Pain rant from Twitch stream (https://www.twitch.tv/tpain) / Shia Lebeof interview (‘A Man Named Scott’ documentary)

You may not be able to throw lightning back into a cloud... You may not be able to cure disease with a snap of your fingers... But there is one miracle every artist has the ability to perform… | Sources: Joe Rogan Experiences:#1724 w/Jewel: https://open.spotify.com/episode/2TRBNGScfO2K3RWRIYJedJ?si=3be0387fe8db4628&nd=1 | A Man Named Scott (A Kid Cudi Documentary) on Amazon Prime Video

A diner with my friend Karen reveals the answer I've been looking for since I started this podcast.

What can creatives do to avoid having an existential crisis every couple of months? Here are a few ideas... (From 'The Book Of Mental Health')

Some people choose a life of mediocrity and regret... Others embrace excellence and achieving "God Momentum". Which path have you chosen without even realizing it? (Excerpt from: Casey Neistat - Steve-O's Wild Ride! Ep #54)

All that art you're making... Who are you making it for? Your answer may be influencing your art in ways you never thought of.

The same worldview used by Banksy, Kanye and Marina Abramovic was found hidden in a cult 80s teen movie. What's the role of art in society? What's the role of the artist? The best answer I could find.

Congregation… Are you ready for the truth? Season 2 (2021-2022)

In this first "audience participation" episode, the congregation responds to question "What scares you the most about the creative process?" All the answers boiled down to three main things. And Father Bronques has three Mystery School solutions for you.

In this episode: That time I met Amy Winehouse... The secret to making art with complete strangers... And watching Instagram die. | Excerpt from Questlove Supreme (Mark Ronson interview)

Some people are gonna hate this. Yeah, I know... The truth hurts sometimes. But sorry, there's one question every creative should be able to answer in their sleep... Featuring Elaisha. And introducing 'The Drill Down Methods'.

The secret to high-output creativity is kinda simple... But also kinda scary. Wanna learn how to be prolific? Ok, let's talk about it. Btw, if you love Prince... You're gonna love this little story most die-hard fans don't even know. | The ideas from this podcast come from 'The Book Of Transformation' found exclusively in The Mystery School (lastnightsparty.tv). ----------- Including excerpts from: 'No Stupid Questions' podcast, Colin and Samir Show, and Krystal and Saagar interview w/ Joe Rogan 

There are external forces that every artist has to contend with. In this episode, I'm gonna show you how to deal with three of them... Just like an exorcist battling demons that have taken over your soul. #truthlotion

If I could only give creatives ONE piece of advice as we enter the post-pandemic hot girl summer... It would be this. Sources: Amy Winehouse on Jonathan Ross Show (2004); Scooter Braun "What Is The Responsibility Of The Artist" (Instagram); Colin & Samir "How Lil Nas X sold his soul to break the internet" (YouTube)

Father Bronques shares "truthlotion" with listeners who are "going through it". #mentalhealthawareness #truthlotion

There's a simple work regimen that every legend uses. And it can be boiled down to two words. Excerpts from:  RZA interview with Red Bull Music Academy; CBC Life And Times: Wayne Gretzky; "Applying Pressure - The Off Season Documentary"

The "creative economy" is about to explode. Don't approach this historic moment by approaching brands as a "technician". It's time to become a "rainmaker" instead. This episode explains this important concept for all career minded artists who want to make an impact post-pandemic.

Why the number 21 might be the magic solution to every creative problem.

How high have you elevated your creative thinking? Or are you still stuck in Mode 1?

When my friend Steph (@lookingforsteph) gets overwhelmed, she asks herself one simple question…

How do you deal with brands that hire you to make something beautiful, but then every day they try to turn it into something more and more average? Today we are reading from 'The Book Of Influence'. Featuring Josh Madden, Matt Silver and a coke'd up CEO visionary I recorded on the fly.

An artist never stops experiencing doubt. But eventually though, you DO learn to accept it’s arrival, and even laugh at it until it leaves. But, how do you get there?

I was on a quest to find out how to get rid of my ego. A complete stranger showed me the way...

In this episode we discuss why "being REAL real" is more powerful than "being on brand". Today we are reading from 'The Book Of Purpose'. Featuring Jesi Le Rae ( @jesilerae ), Rebecca Adams ( @rexadams_ ), and new music from Syymz ( @_syymetry).

Understanding the difference between "dreams" and "goals" is key. And why "passion" alone will never get your there. A message to bring you into the new year. Featuring 𝖒𝖔𝖇𝖎𝖎𝖚𝖘

In the 90's Nirvana arrived on the scene and made everything before them obsolete. We're at the dawn of a similar monumental shift yet again. Who will be the catalyst?

The first way of making art... is with tons of ideas. The second way... is with a mastery of skills. But every great artist in history uses THE THIRD WAY. Exclusively.

There are 3 ways your future can turn out. And they all depend on what you do right now. Featuring Dana Dentata.

The professor's wife gave me a present that ended up being the cure for overthinking. Featuring Chelsea Klein. (Part II can be found in The Mystery School - lastnightsparty.tv)

That night I met a very strange woman. (With added video commentary)

There are 12 archetypes of girls on Instagram. Today we're gonna talk about 4 of them. And then we're gonna do the boys...

What do Prince, Andy Warhol, Oprah, Drake, Danielle Steele, Picasso, Beyonce, and the guy who invented Scientology all have in common?

Featuring @immamakat

Welcome to 'Make art not content'. A podcast for those who are next.

Most people think that "strength" is being able to hold it together in the face of turmoil. My friend Dana Dentata believes that real strength is being able to let yourself break down... And facing your demons.

There's an epidemic going around in the creative community. And guess what? I have the vaccine.

Maybe this is breaking protocol, but I photographed my quarantine Airbnb host this week. And It was weird. And It was awkward. And it was absolutely wonderful.

There is one powerful question that you can ask yourself when you need to make quality decisions. Thank you "Jessica".

Today we are reading from "The Book Of Influence." Featuring Kate Noel.

Before you can truly "disrupt society", or "disrupt the competition" as people like to say these days... You have to learn how to disrupt yourself... first.

If you still haven’t contributed your unique voice to the movement... Or if all you’ve done is put up a black square or shared someone else's meme... Let me share a few words with you. Featuring Nikeya. #blacklivesmatter #georgefloyd

So tell me... Do you have the million dollar perspective? A special quarantine check-in episode featuring Mama Kat and Sheila The Transgender Computer.

In this episode I discuss one of the most powerful ways I know of maintaining mental health and avoiding your next existential crisis. Featuring Didi Cintora.

Remember day jobs? Well, how should an artist deal with having to work a day job? In this episode, I share how my last day job actually became the most important springboard for finding my creative voice. Featuring Madi Burton.

Dear Creatives... Ever wonder how Joe Rogan got the idea to start his podcast? Or how so many 17-year olds are making millions using email? Or what a secretly recorded "Conversation with God" might sound like? Well, return to the mothership to find out. Watch the full enlightened interviews: 1. Tom Green (2007) video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SlnC4OT0ZwA 2. Producer Grind (Email Marketing Kids): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pVlz-zScwMk

Here you are again. Unable to act. Despite having a million mentors. Why? Because you have a million mentors. Let me explain... Featuring Lorenzo and Mel from The Mystery School. And a special appearance by Sheila The Transgender Musical Computer. #messagewave