Best Jill Badonsky Podcasts (2024)

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Season Six: Episode One Creative Thoughts 9:36

2M ago9:36

9:36

The Muse's Daydream is back. I've been spending time working on a card of decks... no wait, a deck of cards. I explain about them, read two of them, and invite you to buy a deck in case you want creativity to be easier for you. Also a Zoom workshop is included as part of the purchase. You can buy a deck here. Upcoming trainings: The Kaizen-Muse Cre…

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You are the Art 3:17

6M ago3:17

3:17

This episode is a momentary departure from the usual frivolity for reverie of the inspiration, relaxation, and the possibility of creativity. Script and Poster of the poem is available to purchase at this link. "Don't let the future hold your happiness hostage." ~Sam Harris Workshop: Blessing of the New Year Join me in a complimentary workshop call…

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Starry Starry Determination - Reloaded 2:24

7M ago2:24

2:24

I’ve spent a career teaching how self-judgment works against us in the creative process. I’ve spent a lifetime dealing with my own harsh self-judgment, so I have the requisite compassion to understand its costs. Once we’ve made it to a place of near completion, there is time is to be discerning, but the process requires license to start out crappy,…

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Dysfunctional Family Holiday Survival Guide 7:06

7M ago7:06

7:06

Sometimes a little humor and perspective around the holidays is called for. I know it was for me. This episode gives a number of tongue-in -cheek and whipped-cream-in-mouth ways to deal with a dysfunctional family at the holidays... or really, anytime. Have a beautiful holiday season. Subscribe to A Muse's Daydream wherever you get your podcasts A …

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Lady of the Canyon 7:42

7M ago7:42

7:42

Sometimes the undesirable and embarrassing parts of who we are make the best stories. Writing does that... it uses creativity to lift us out of self-judgment about our personal weaknesses and into comedy, healing or just an awareness of our common humanity. , I've brought one of those stories I'm particularly startled by, to sound effects, music, a…

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Making Interruptions Work for You 6:54

8M ago6:54

6:54

If you've ever tried to record a podcast without the proper sound proofing it can be challenging. This episodes illustrated the frustrations I encounter with interruptions and how they can be good practice for resilience. The secret to happiness is also revealed. Script Making a podcast is challenging in many ways but can be a particularly frustrat…

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Ain't No Ballerinas in Hiphop 8:53

9M ago8:53

8:53

Hi, Thank you for listening. Think of someone who might like it and please, spread the word. Here's the blog that goes along with the newsletter. Written, narrated, and enginneered by, Jill Badonsky The Script : I’ve always identified with Hans Christian Andersen’s fairy tale, the ugly duckling story… maybe that’s why I don’t eat duck or why I shou…

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And Again, Nothing 5:16

9M ago5:16

5:16

Nothing here except this: Subscribe to my newsletter for podcast scripts and more creative inspiration. More here Thanks for listening Brought to you by Kaizen Muse Creativity Coaching Certification Training Written, narrated, and engineered by Jill Badonsky Music and sound effects by Epidemic Sound Support the Show. Upcoming art and creativity pro…

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The Reason 6:08

10M ago6:08

6:08

William James, philosopher and psychologist observed, “… when we reach the end of our days, our life experience will equal what we have paid attention to, whether by choice or default.” I’m over 60., but I don’t care,. I don’t choose to pay attention to my age most of the time “Age is only a number.” There are occasional reminders that I’m not the …

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I Don't Eat Duck (The one about the job) 8:25

10M ago8:25

8:25

Ever find yourself in a job where you don't recognize who you are anymore? "Sold your soul to the company store?" I did for 10 years. It made me cranky but ultimately gave me compassion, resilience, confidence, and the determination never to eat duck again... so to speak. Learn to facilitate creativity groups and/or recognize and celebrate the dept…

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Jumping Too Soon 9:39

10M ago9:39

9:39

This episode is about how moments in childhood predict who we are as adults including jumping too soon into pools and relationships. Everything's better with humor and creativity. For podcasts delivered straight to you, sign up for the newsletter. More here Support the Show. Upcoming art and creativity programs www.themuseisin.com…

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For Friction Reasons 9:38

10M ago9:38

9:38

We continue on this journey of misguided creative adventures you may not want to try at home - adhd has it’s hazards, but stay tuned to A Muse’s Daydream, it also has its advantages. This episode includes a home far far away I once lived in with the wrong person, Martha Stewart Christmas ornaments, a tow truck and a firetruck, hitting bottom both l…

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Fresh Water Pearls and Melted Crayons 6:50

11M ago6:50

6:50

This is a story that begins in the Miami sun with wobbly sailboats incarcerated in the straight lines drawn by a well-intending mom and ends with... wobbly sailboats sailing free. It highlights the advantage of perseverance which is a by-product of finding the joy in the process and not worrying how things look. There are advantages of being a perf…

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Perfectionism is Creativity's Evil Stepsister 7:24

11M ago7:24

7:24

Hi Listener, If you've been in earshot of me randomly bending a stranger's ear or at one of my workshops or trainings, you've probably heard the story I'm about to tell you. I share so maybe a little light is shed on the poison of perfectionism as it relates to doing three of the most important parts of the creativity: 1. enjoying the process 2. en…

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A Single Person Lives Here 4:09

12M ago4:09

4:09

hi, I wrote this poem a few years ago when I was single. I'll still single, but in two weeks, I'll be married. Yet, I will still be living alone because that's what we decided was best for both of our independent artist mentalities. Read the text as you listen by clicking here. Music by Epidemic Sound Written, narrated, and engineered by Jill Badon…

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The World Inside of a Flower 6:28

1y ago6:28

6:28

Hi It's Jill. This episode I explore a Georgia O'keefe quote that goes like this: “When you take a flower in your hand and really look at it, it's your world for the moment. Did Georgia O'Keefe really like flowers? You'll find out in this episode. Script here and free workshop registration The Kaizen-Muse Creativity Coaching Certification Training …

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Rock Pile too 4:54

1y ago4:54

4:54

I'm not really in New Mexico... this is an encore episode to go along with the theme in this week's Muse letter of seeing things differently but also finding the beauty in things we see as the same. It has the full script of the episode as well as some creative prompts and pretty paintings. You can find that here. Voice of Antonio: Robin Brisebois …

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Let's Try Something Different 4:40

1y ago4:40

4:40

The script is here if you want to follow along. Written, engineered, and edited by Jill Badonsky Some traditions need to be examined, and maybe modified if they're not fun. Some of us would rather high-five than bow, some of us would rather blow bubbles in our chocolate malts than act too serious. I had fun writing this podcast. I find when I have …

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Why is everyone's art better than mine? 49:01

1y ago49:01

49:01

Are you constantly comparing your art to other artists? Does it seem like everyone on Instagram is making better stuff than you? Let's talk about these issues and better understand where your art stands and why you shouldn't give up! Get your free copy of Danny's book, The Seven Deadly Sins of Creativity, at http://sketchbookskool.com/sin Join Dann…

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How do I find my style? 54:55

1y ago54:55

54:55

Are you copying other people's art and worrying you can never make anything unique? How do you develop a personal approach? How do you make art that's authentically yours? Let's talk about these issues and devise some solutions to make art a regular part of your life, no matter what level you are. Join Danny Gregory and Jill Badonsky for the new se…

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Not Really Skydiving 4:02

1y ago4:02

4:02

Don't quit your daydream. Daydreaming is the source of infinite creativity. Unlike any other form of thought, daydreaming is its own reward. ~Michael Pollan Daydreaming incubates creative discovery. `Daniel Goleman He does not need opium. He has the gift of reverie. ~Anais Nin Creativity Workshop: April 19 Here's other places I hang out Support the…

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How do I find time for art? 52:55

1y ago52:55

52:55

Welcome to the 5th season of Art for All, the Sketchbook Skool podcast. Join Danny Gregory and this season's cohost, Jill Badonsky, as they discuss creative blocks and challenges and how to get it together, get inspired, and get to work. Today we discuss: Are you waiting until you quit your job or retire to find the time to make art? Are you too bu…

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How to get your creative project started NOW! 52:31

1+ y ago52:31

52:31

Welcome to the 5th season of Art for All, the Sketchbook Skool podcast . Join Danny Gregory and this season's cohost, Jill Badonsky, as they discuss creative blocks and challenges and how to get it together, get inspired, and get to work. Today we discuss: Why is it so hard to get started on a new project? Whether it's beginning a new sketchbook or…

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Things Talking 7:44

1+ y ago7:44

7:44

My hangouts can be found here. It's rainy here in San Diego. I wrote a poem and podcast last year about rain. I was in an Airbnb for two months because my bathroom was being renovated. It seemed fitting to send it to you again.. Here's the writing "I’ve been taking a masterclass from poet, Joy Harjo. She says -- one of the elements to writing good …

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The Haiku Hiking Trail 10:15

1+ y ago10:15

10:15

Written, narrated and engineered by me, Jill Badonsky This was written in 2020 to help us get through, you know, that thing in 2020. But it's also relaxing for 2023 and beyond. Embrace the Wabi Sabi Here's a little newsletter with prompts to go along with it. Here's where I hang out. Support the Show. Upcoming art and creativity programs www.themus…

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77. Jill Badonsky: The Creative Mind 57:52

1+ y ago57:52

57:52

This week Danny chats with Jill Badonsky, M.Ed, an internationally recognized workshop leader, award-winning inspirational humorist, and author/illustrator of three books about mindfulness and creativity including The Muse is In: An Owner’s Manual to Your Creativity, The Nine Modern Day Muses (and a Bodyguard): 10 Guides to Creative Inspiration, an…

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76. Trevor Romain: Healing kids with art 1:08:55

1+ y ago1:08:55

1:08:55

For more than 30 years, Trevor Romain has been entertaining, educating, and inspiring both children and adults with his best-selling books, award-winning animation series, as a keynote speaker, and an incredible storyteller. Being South African born and American by choice, Trevor has written over 50 books that have sold more than a million copies w…

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The Rain is Back 6:37

1+ y ago6:37

6:37

This is a Re-re-release of the episode called Rain because it just feels like people need a little relaxation and reverie during this time where the contagion, politics and the threat of climate change is exhausting us. Plus the holidaze. When I listened to it again, it seemed new, that's the nice thing about forgetting stuff. And it's raining in S…

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75. Michelle Meeker: the comic diary 1:12:45

1+ y ago1:12:45

1:12:45

Michelle Meeker has been an animator at Pixar and Dreamworks and teaches at the Art Institute. She's also a student at Sketchbook Skool. Michelle's comic diary: https://www.instagram.com/totallytrueevents/ Get your free ebook and newsletter at https://sketchbookskool.com/ Write to us at podcast@sketchbookskool.com Subscribe to Danny's weekly Essay …

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74. Najeeb Tarazi: To Pixar and Beyond 1:13:04

1+ y ago1:13:04

1:13:04

Najeeb Tarazi is a Lebanese-American director based in Los Angeles. His new short film “One More Try” was recently called “mesmerizing”, “masterful”, and “brilliant chaos” by Tony Hawk. His 2019 music video “Walk the Walk” screened at the 2019 SXSW Film Festival. He got his start in film as a technical director at Pixar, where he worked on films li…

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73. Miriam Schulman: Be an Artrepreneur 1:01:42

1+ y ago1:01:42

1:01:42

This week, Danny chats with Miriam Schulman. She's an artist, teacher, podcast host, and author of Artpreneur: The Step-by-Step Guide to Making a Sustainable Living from your Creativity. Scheduled for release in February 2023, it's a book about how to price and market your art while kicking the starving artist mentality to the curb. It's a very inc…

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72. Adam Westbrook: How to love making 1:06:51

1+ y ago1:06:51

1:06:51

This week, Danny chats with Adam Westbrook. He is a journalist, filmmaker and artist, currently based in London. Alongside his YouTube channel, he has produced dozens of videos for The New York Times, including "Operation Infektion", a documentary about Fake News, which was nominated for two Emmy Awards. Outside of journalism he has just completed …

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