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The Art of the Grind
Hosted by Drew Lewis & Caleb Auston · EN
Your guide to surviving and thriving in the digital age. Creative entrepreneurs, freelancers, and working artists talk about the keys to their success and the lessons from their failures. Hosted by Drew Lewis and Caleb Auston, this is the Art of the Grind. Whether you’re an up-and-coming artist and feeling the isolation of putting in hundreds of hours by yourself, or a struggling entrepreneur hoping to learn new survival techniques during these trying times -- the grind is real. We might not have all the answers, but in this podcast we’ll explore unique perspectives from self-made professionals and champion the idea of community. None of us are in this alone. Subscribe and stay on your grind! The Art of the Grind theme music was written and composed by Caleb Auston. © 2020 Black Canvas Productions, LLC. All right reserved.
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Brittney Rae: The Future of Storytelling
Dec 23, 202001:00:16Tap to summarizeBrittney Rae (@brittneyraeallday) is a writer, director and actor. She’s spoken on panels at San Diego Comic Con and Mammoth Film Festival representing women in film and was recently accepted by Sundance Institute as a fellow for her short film, Water, which will be releasing next year. In this episode we talk about the future of filmmaking for women, the importance in adding substance to your storytelling, what filmmakers can do to stay busy during the pandemic, and more! Watch Proximity Watch KIN Brittney's Youtube Channel Brittney's TikTok Follow us on Instagram:@artofthegrindpodcast@directordlg@calebauston Visit our website at artofthegrindpodcast.com © 2020 Black Canvas Productions, LLC. All right reserved.
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Jonny Marlow: Curating a Career
Dec 4, 202001:02:25Tap to summarizeJonny Marlow (@Jonnymarlow) is a fashion, editorial, portrait and celebrity photographer. His shots have featured the likes of J Lo, William H Macey, Larry King and the list goes on. Additionally, his work has been published in Vanity Fair, People, Esquire, Rolling Stone and more. In this episode we talk about strategies for building your creative business, the importance of good people skills, and much more!See Jonny's work at JonnyMarlow.com Follow us on Instagram:@artofthegrindpodcast@directordlg@calebauston Visit our website at artofthegrindpodcast.com © 2020 Black Canvas Productions, LLC. All right reserved.
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Steven Wilkin: Evoking The Experience
Nov 4, 202000:59:50Tap to summarizeSteven Wilkin (@adultbodies) is a singer, music producer and mixer. After successful runs with bands Vanaprasta and Sun Drug, he has been focusing on his solo project Adult Bodies. You may have heard his tracks "Consumed By You" and "Room 808" on NBC's The Enemy Within and his new single "Forever Young" was released October 30, 2020. In this episode we talk about the collaboration process, the analog vs. digital conversation, going all in with your art, and more! Follow us on Instagram:@artofthegrindpodcast@directordlg@calebauston Visit our website at artofthegrindpodcast.com © 2020 Black Canvas Productions, LLC. All right reserved.
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Dr. Rachel Eva Dew: Integrating Wellness & Creating Balance
Oct 20, 202001:02:17Tap to summarizeDr. Rachel Eva Dew (@drrachelofficial) has been a clinical practitioner in the integrative and holistic health field since 1994. She has trained and certified over 10,000 Integrative Wellness & Life Coaches world-wide and has supported hundreds of patients through her private practice over the years, and thousands more through her award-winning books and conference appearances. She is the co-founder and CEO of Modi Health, an integrative telemedicine and tele-wellness company that provides whole-person care. In this episode, we talk about coping with stress, integrative approaches towards health and wellness, the importance of understanding your "why", and more! Check out the helpful resources provided by ModiHealth! Follow us on Instagram:@artofthegrindpodcast@directordlg@calebauston Visit our website at artofthegrindpodcast.com © 2020 Black Canvas Productions, LLC. All right reserved.
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Austin M. Rausch: Embracing Change
Oct 5, 202000:59:07Tap to summarizeAustin M. Rausch (@austinmraush) is a costume designer, illustrator, draper, wig stylist and even a drag queen! He's currently teaching costume design and drawing at Purdue University. In this episode we talk about channeling your purpose in life, asking the right questions, falling in love with the darkness, and more! Follow us on Instagram:@artofthegrindpodcast@directordlg@calebauston Visit our website at artofthegrindpodcast.com © 2020 Black Canvas Productions, LLC. All right reserved.
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Palomino "Obake Sakka": The Big Picture
Sep 12, 202000:58:43Tap to summarizePalomino "Obake Sakka" is a writer, producer, and director. He's currently in negotiations to sell an episodic series that he first created sixteen year ago. His perspective on the world around him as well as the stories of of how far he's had to go for the job are sure to inspire you and keep you laughing. In this episode we talk about the journey a project will go on before getting made, the future of independent film, the of finding the intrinsic value in your work, and more! Follow us on Instagram:@artofthegrindpodcast@directordlg@calebauston Visit our website at artofthegrindpodcast.com © 2020 Black Canvas Productions, LLC. All right reserved.
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Theo Dumont: Never Look Back
Aug 29, 202001:00:03Tap to summarizeTheo Dumont (@iamtheodumont) is the co-founder and co-director of the Oscar qualifying Hollyshorts Film Festival, and co-founder of the Mammoth Film Festival. As managing partner at Alta Global Media, he's spearheaded media relations, publicity, and strategic marketing campaigns for films like Da 5 Bloods, Shades of Blue and BlacKkKlansman. In this episode we talk about the importance of guerrilla marketing, the future of the entertainment industry at large, what filmmakers can do to stand out at festivals, and more! Alta Global Media Submit to monthly screenings and buy tickets to Hollyshorts Film Festival Submit your film to Mammoth Film Festival Follow us on Instagram:@artofthegrindpodcast@directordlg@calebauston Visit our website at artofthegrindpodcast.com © 2020 Black Canvas Productions, LLC. All right reserved.
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Alexandra Chando: Content That Makes a Difference
Aug 14, 202000:53:37Tap to summarizeAlexandra Chando (@achando) is an actor, director and producer. You know her from shows like the Lying Game, Sneaky Pete and The Vampire Diaries. She’s also the co-host of The Her Voice podcast, an industry podcast focused on the challenges and triumphs of women in the entertainment business. In this episode we talk about finding the purpose in your work, the failures that come after success, gender parity in the entertainment industry and more! Watch Dinner Party on YouTube Check out the Her Voice Podcast Follow us on Instagram: @artofthegrindpodcast @directordlg @calebauston For bookings and all other inquiries, email us at: theartofthegrind@gmail.com © 2020 Black Canvas Productions, LLC. All right reserved.
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Paul Khoury: Patience & Positivity
Aug 6, 202001:00:45Tap to summarizePaul Khoury (@paulkhoury) is a director, producer, and serial entrepreneur. He is a business partner at Lokai, a New York-based company that makes bracelets that mirror life's highs and lows. He helped build the company for six years before stepping out on his own in 2018 and founding Hummingway, a creative ad agency and production company in Los Angeles. In this episode, we talk about how games like poker and chess can relate to business and risk-taking, the importance of being patient, paying attention to the signs, and more. Follow us on Instagram: @artofthegrindpodcast @directordlg @calebauston For bookings and all other inquiries, email us at: theartofthegrind@gmail.com © 2020 Black Canvas Productions, LLC. All right reserved.
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Maiara Walsh: Time's Never Wasted
Jul 23, 202000:50:19Tap to summarizeMaiara Walsh (@maiarawalsh) is an actor, singer-songwriter, and director. You may know her from shows like The Vampire Diaries, Desperate Housewives, Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D., and Michael Bay's The Last Ship, as well as multiple film credits. In this episode we talk about trusting your ideas, facing your demons, the importance of experimentation and more! Watch Maiara's short film called Young Blood Follow us on Instagram:@artofthegrindpodcast@directordlg@calebauston For bookings and all other inquiries, email us at: theartofthegrind@gmail.com © 2020 Black Canvas Productions, LLC. All right reserved.
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