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Creative Minds Like Us
Bobby Ford
21 episodes
6 months ago
A podcast for the bold, the visionary, and the unconventionally creative. Unshackle your truest self to reveal The Big Why that fuels your best life, work, and impact. Do the deep inner work that is fundamental to being a progressive founder, creative, or artist. Imagine a world where success isn’t measured by conventional metrics but by creativity, passion, and human impact. That world starts with us! Let's lead the change. I publish one to two soul-led, passion-fed interviews a month with an everyday founder, creative, or artist. While I do have my eye on two famous household names, the vast majority of my interviews are with people just like you. Now more than ever, our world needs more outliers, weirdos, rule-breakers, and visionaries whose creative minds and bold work shatter the numbness of the status quo.
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A podcast for the bold, the visionary, and the unconventionally creative. Unshackle your truest self to reveal The Big Why that fuels your best life, work, and impact. Do the deep inner work that is fundamental to being a progressive founder, creative, or artist. Imagine a world where success isn’t measured by conventional metrics but by creativity, passion, and human impact. That world starts with us! Let's lead the change. I publish one to two soul-led, passion-fed interviews a month with an everyday founder, creative, or artist. While I do have my eye on two famous household names, the vast majority of my interviews are with people just like you. Now more than ever, our world needs more outliers, weirdos, rule-breakers, and visionaries whose creative minds and bold work shatter the numbness of the status quo.
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Episodes (20/21)
Creative Minds Like Us
The Big Why With Feminist Artist Klaire Lockheart

“I should probably confess that I’m three raccoons in a trench coat. It just so happens that one of those raccoons knows how to paint” was feminist artist Klaire Klaire Lockheart’s response to what she did for a living. She offered this response wearing a Teenage Mutant Ninjas t-shirt (which also appears in one of her works), and a plastic chainsaw at the ready. To say this recipient of the prestigious Pollock-Krasner Foundation grant was a blast to hangout with is massive understatement. 


While the banter and humor is nonstop, soul-fed themes appeared that will speak to any artist or creative hungry to own their voice. Early on what stuck with me was her passion for her “chosen family” of artists and her husband, Aaron Packard (an incredible photographer). It speaks to the agency we all have to restory our existence in a way that supports our sense of self, our passion projects and life. It’s a beautiful moment, one of many, from the podcast. 


On Frida Kahlo’s piece “The Two Fridas” Klaire notes, “She’s from a different time, a different location, a different culture, and different language, but I can still look at that painting, and feel like I get her.” Lockheart’s bone-deep passion for how people and artists express their humanity is central to her work. It’s a consistent theme throughout our chat.  


At the core of it all is Klaire’s passion for “leaning into” her rights, voice, and value as a woman, a passion she also also has for the marginalized voices of the world. It’s one hell of an interview! I even impersonate a grandma taking Klaire’s selfie, and we discuss our need for a satirical film that puts the Kardashians in Star Trek. What’s not to love? 


WHERE YOU CAN FIND KLAIRE:


Website: https://www.klairelockheart.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/klairelockheart/



WHERE YOU CAN BUY HER WORK:


https://www.artsy.net/artist/klaire-lockheart



MENTIONED IN THIS PODCAST:


Pollock-Krasner Foundation: 

https://pkf.org

@pollockkrasnerfoundation


Springboard for The Arts: 

https://springboardforthearts.org/

Instagram - @


The Elizabeth Greenshields Foundation: 

https://www.elizabethgreenshieldsfoundation.org/

Instagram - @elizabethgreenshieldsfdn

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6 months ago
49 minutes

Creative Minds Like Us
The Big Why With Laurence McCahill Interview / The Happy Startup School

“Cheers, it’s a privilege to be here.” Laurence McCahill’s response to my appreciation for the interview, but really, it’s his life philosophy. From his early days as a designer and agency co-owner to becoming the co-founder of The Happy Startup School, his vibe is curious, seeking, and available. And that’s not even getting into his colorful origin story!

Join us for a non-GMO chat that gets to the humanity of it all. In this heartfelt episode, we explore growing up in the pubs of London, connecting with nature to access your creative mojo, and leveling the playfield (to include with ourselves) so everyone has a seat at the table.

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This is an episode rich with stories about playing music, world travel, the influence of cultural diversity, and a dance with death that forever changed his perspective on life. Our banter is a meaningful glimpse of Laurence’s humanity long before his agency and Happy Startup days. Join us for the bard’s tale of a proper Irish Bohemian with hints of Nick Cave. A man who loves deeply, most of all his family. A true visionary who, along with his business partner, Dr. Carlos Saba, went on to build the wildly successful Happy Startup School.

What I most cherish when sitting down with people for a long chat are the things they’ve learned along the way. That’s where the gold is, and Mr. McCahill has plenty to offer. One story had me close to tears, which I’ll let the episode tell. It involved lifting a person up, both emotionally and physically. Lucky for us, that moment was captured by the stunning photograph below, shot by Becky Rui.

So, grab a lovely cup of tea and sink into your favorite nook for this soul-led conversation free of gurus. Just two dudes hanging out and talking about the texture, moments, trials, and magic that is the creative life.

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6 months ago
53 minutes

Creative Minds Like Us
From Intense Anxiety To Unstoppable Creative Confidence

What if the very thing you think is “too much” about you... is actually your greatest creative power?

In this intimate episode, we explore the misunderstood dance between anxiety and creative genius, and how moments of panic, doubt, and emotional overwhelm can become the flashpoints from which our most authentic, resonant work is born.

If you're a visionary coach, soulful content creator, purpose-driven founder, or an artist with a mission, you’ve likely felt this paradox. You burn with ideas, passion, and purpose, but that same fire can leave you breathless, second-guessing, and spinning.

> You’re not broken.> You're not too much.> You’re not alone.

Your anxiety isn’t an obstacle to your creative confidence, it’s a crucial part of the recipe.

We’re flipping the script on the myth that you must be “fixed” to be successful. Instead, we uncover how to collaborate with your inner chaos to harness the depth of your emotions to transmute your rawest fears into creative gold. This episode isn’t about avoiding the breakdown moments—it’s about honoring them as the birthplace of your boldest expressions and work.

Inside this 20-minute journey, you’ll hear:

* Why intense emotions often signal you're on the brink of something creatively extraordinary

* How self-doubt is not a weakness but a marker of depth, soul, and real human stakes

* A reframing of anxiety as a sacred part of the creative process, not a flaw to fix

* How to find unstoppable creative confidence not despite your complexity—but because of it

Whether you design, coach, lead, write, teach, or perform—this episode is for anyone who creates from the heart and sometimes feels like they’re drowning in it.

This is a love letter to the creatives who feel everything deeply. To the coaches who carry others' transformations in their bones. To the soul-led brands who are here to do more than just grow—but to matter.

If you’ve ever asked, What’s wrong with me?—this episode gently and powerfully answers: Nothing. You’re exactly who you need to be to do the work you were born to do.

Your brilliance isn’t in spite of your inner fire. It is the fire.

Tune in now.

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6 months ago
22 minutes

Creative Minds Like Us
Ditch the Head Games! Get To The Heart of Your Brand

Tired of the noise? The endless hustle? The promise of quick fixes that never quite deliver? If you’ve been drowning in a sea of formulas, templates, and tactics that don’t align with the essence of who you are, it’s time for a shift.

True success that feels authentic and deeply fulfilling doesn't come from mimicking the latest “best practices” or chasing the ever-elusive dream of perfection. It comes from embracing the core of who you are: your heart, your instincts, your story.

So many of us have been conditioned to prioritize our heads over our hearts, to plan every step to the point of paralysis, and to second-guess our every move. The truth is, when we disconnect from our most profound passions and truth to chase someone else's formula, we lose touch with the very thing that makes us irresistible: our authentic selves.

What if the key to standing out, creating true impact, and building a meaningful brand isn’t found in overthinking? What if it's found in trusting the raw, messy, real parts of you that are often the most powerful?

Imagine a life and business built around your personal Big Why. The things that fuel you. The struggles you’ve overcome. The lessons that have shaped your path. When you tap into your Big Why, everything shifts. You stop chasing perfection and start creating from a place of truth and purpose. Your work becomes magnetic because it's deeply connected to who you truly are.

It’s not about abandoning strategy. It’s about infusing it with the rawness of your unique voice, your passions, and the things you care about most. When you align with your heart, your creativity flows, your confidence soars, and your impact deepens. You show up as your full, unapologetic self, and the right people—your people—will feel that energy and be drawn to what you offer.

Building a brand from your Big Why doesn’t just build trust, it builds lasting connections. It takes courage to be vulnerable, and step into your power to claim your value. But when you do, it ignites something within you that nothing else can replicate. You stop asking, “How do I fit in?” and start asking, “How do I stand out by being me?”

If you’re ready to step into that authentic power, this episode is for you. Get to the heart of your brand, and start building a life and business that truly speaks to your soul and the world.

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7 months ago
19 minutes

Creative Minds Like Us
You Were Never Meant To Be Forgettable

Close your eyes for a moment. Picture a memory so vivid, so deeply felt, that it shaped the way you see the world. Maybe it was a moment of undeniable love. Maybe it was a loss that changed you forever. Maybe it was an incredible weekend with your family or the professional accomplishment that most fills you up with pride.

These are the moments that define us—the ones we never forget.

But what if I told you that you were never meant to be forgettable either? That every imperfect, raw, and unpolished part of your journey—personally, creatively, artistically, professionally—is what makes you unforgettable?

In this episode, we explore the profound truth that mastery, impact, and legacy don’t happen despite our imperfections but because of them. Through deeply personal stories—about unexpected love, life-altering mentorship, and moments of audacious truth—we uncover why the most powerful creatives, visionaries, and changemakers lean into the messiness of life rather than shy away from it.

Because here’s the thing: You were never meant to conform. You were never meant to fit into someone else’s mold. You were meant to write your own narrative, to carve your own path, to be fully seen—flaws, brilliance, and all.

So, what would it mean for you to prioritize passion over perfection? Freedom over compliance?

Let’s talk about it. Because your life, your work, your art—it was never meant to be forgettable. It was meant to leave a mark.

Tune in now.

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Imagine a world where success is measured by creativity, passion, and human impact. That world starts with us! Let’s lead the change.

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7 months ago
23 minutes

Creative Minds Like Us
How Creative Courage Fuels Your Very Best Leadership

Explore the powerful intersection of creativity, leadership, and vulnerability. What does it really take to lead with authenticity in a world that constantly pressures us to fit into neat boxes and follow the rules?

Legendary creators teach us creative courage isn't just about breaking boundaries—it’s about breaking ourselves open. We have to shed the layers of self-doubt, fear of judgment, and the old identities that hold us back to step into our unique potential. Dare to show up as your most authentic self, even when the world would prefer you play it safe.

Whether you're a social impact artisan, a purpose-driven founder, or a creative in any field, this episode is for anyone who feels the tension between living true to themselves and facing the daily pressures of the status quo. The world may tell you to fall in line, but creative leadership embraces the real magic that happens when we step off the beaten path to embrace the discomfort of the unknown.

Creative courage is not about having it all figured out. It’s about trusting that your voice—no matter how unconventional—has the power to inspire, disrupt, and transform. It’s the fire that fuels passion-driven work, whether you're designing life-changing products, creating meaningful art, or leading a cause that’s bigger than yourself.

Our best work often emerges from the discomfort that makes us feel uncertain. Growth doesn’t happen in safe spaces. It happens when you lean into vulnerability, when you let go of old stories, and when you allow your vision to evolve well beyond what you ever thought was possible.

So, I ask you: What part of you needs to be broken open in order to fully unshackle your voice, brand, and leadership? What would it feel like to trust your deepest instincts, knowing that your creative courage is the Secret Sauce to leading a life and business that is wildly successful and deeply aligned with your North Star?

Tune in and discover how to step into your creative power—because the world is waiting for the unique gifts only you can share.

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Aloha, I’m Bobby Ford!

Imagine a world where success is measured by creativity, passion, and human impact. That world starts with us! Let’s lead the change.

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8 months ago
20 minutes

Creative Minds Like Us
How To Be Fully Alive in a World Gone Mad

Now, more than ever, it’s crucial to reclaim your creative core. This is a call to breathe life back into the parts of yourself the world is trying to drown out. In this primal episode, I dive into the question we all ask at some point: When was the last time you truly felt alive?

In a world that often feels like it's spiraling into chaos, it’s easy to feel small, disconnected, and overwhelmed. But what if, in the midst of all this noise, you could reconnect with the deepest parts of yourself? What if you could find the courage to not only survive—but to thrive?

Drawing on decades of experience, I share an honest reflection on the ups and downs of the journey. In embracing the transformative power of fear—not as something to avoid or suppress, but as fuel to do something bigger, and that truly matters.

Don’t let the fear, anxiety, and noise control your story. Use it to propel you forward. Your voice, your impact, and your presence—they all matter now more than ever.

Let’s tap into the creative energy that keeps us grounded and purposeful, even when the world seems hellbent on distracting every waking minute. Continually return to the work and values that light you up, no matter the external pressure!

We can turn our vulnerabilities and struggles into a shared strength, reminding us that aliveness is not just an individual experience, but a collective one.

As impact-driven creators, entrepreneurs, artisans, changemakers, and others, our work often isolates us, which can take a heavy toll on our mental health. But we don’t have to go it alone! Together, through mutual support and vulnerability, we can reignite the creative fire that sustains us.

This episode isn’t about surviving through these chaotic times. It’s about thriving. It’s about finding purpose, pushing against the noise, and co-creating a world where we stand together in the face of fear.

Let’s show up for one another. Let’s reclaim our power. Let’s thrive, not just for ourselves—but for the world that desperately needs our light. Let’s remind each other what it means to truly feel alive.

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Aloha, I’m Bobby Ford!

Imagine a world where success is measured by creativity, passion, and human impact. That world starts with us! Let’s lead the change.

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8 months ago
20 minutes

Creative Minds Like Us
Passion Alone Won't Build Your Impact-Led Brand

Passion is the fuel, but impact is built in the space between what lights you up and what awakens something in them. That’s when our work transforms from something deeply personal into something that moves others. It’s what turns a musician into a voice for change, a solopreneur into a force for good, and an entrepreneur into a social impact artisan.

This episode explores the intersection between our work and meeting people’s deepest needs. Because no matter how much your work means to you, if it doesn’t reach, touch, or shift something inside them, it won’t sustain itself.

What do you awaken in others through your work? And how can you shape, clarify, and communicate it in a way that connects?

Featured musical artist: https://www.carmela.tv/

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Aloha, I’m Bobby Ford!

Imagine a world where success is measured by creativity, passion, and human impact. That world starts with us! Let’s lead the change.

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8 months ago
18 minutes

Creative Minds Like Us
Impact Brands Spark Movements, Not Just Transactions

A great brand isn’t just seen—it’s felt. It doesn’t just sell—it awakens.

In this episode, I explore the heartbeat of truly impactful brands—the ones that spark belonging, inspire change, and create movements that outlast any single transaction. From the warmth of a local Starbucks manager who turns a corporate chain into a community hub to the way Patagonia immerses us in stories before selling us a single thing—impact brands connect on a deeper level.

But what about you? What do you want to awaken within people through your work, your art, your mission, and business? How do you shift from offering a service to sparking a transformation? And most importantly—who are your people?

We dive into the core questions every purpose-driven creator and entrepreneur must ask to build something that sticks—something that doesn’t just attract customers, but forms a tribe. This is about more than business—it’s about belonging.

Are you ready to lead with purpose?

🎧 Tune in and start awakening.

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Aloha, I’m Bobby Ford!

Imagine a world where success is measured by creativity, passion, and human impact. That world starts with us! Let’s lead the change.

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9 months ago
18 minutes

Creative Minds Like Us
The Human Journey Of Profitable Passions

You crave it with every ounce of your being—bringing your passion to life in a way that fuels both impact and income. But let’s be real: the path is messy, filled with rejection, self-doubt, and moments where you wonder if you’ve lost your mind.

Massimo Bottura sobbed when his vision felt impossible. Brené Brown faced relentless rejection before self-publishing her first book. Every artist, founder, and changemaker has stood at the crossroads, questioning everything.

The truth? A profitable passion isn’t built overnight. It’s a block of raw marble, and your job is to chisel—relentlessly, imperfectly, and without guarantees.

This episode is a gut-check. Are you staying the course despite setbacks? Are you trusting your vision—even when the evidence tells you not to? Or are you playing it safe, molding your dreams into what others say they should be?

No one hands you permission. No one hands you the perfect roadmap. The real work is in the sculpting.

So, pick up your chisel. And don’t let go.

🎧 Listen now.

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Aloha, I’m Bobby Ford!

Imagine a world where success is measured by creativity, passion, and human impact. That world starts with us! Let’s lead the change.

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9 months ago
17 minutes

Creative Minds Like Us
Healing the High Achiever: Overcoming Trauma's Hold on Emotional Well-Being

Step Off the Battlefield: Breaking Free from the “Never Again” Trap

What happens when our greatest pain becomes the fuel for our biggest wins—but also the very thing that traps us in a relentless cycle?

In this raw and deeply personal episode, I take you inside a moment that changed everything—standing atop a high-rise law firm, looking down at a homeless man searching through trash. A stark reflection of my younger self. A gut-punch reminder of the “never again” mindset that drove me to success at any cost.

But here’s the truth: Success alone does not bring peace. No title, no income, no achievement will ever silence the chaos if we’re still fighting battles we don’t need to fight. The warrior in us may be powerful, but when does the war actually end?

This episode invites you to take an honest inventory of your own survival mechanisms—the ones that got you here, but maybe, just maybe, aren’t serving you anymore. It’s time to stop proving and start healing. Time to step off the battlefield and plant deep, authentic roots in who you really are.

If you’ve ever felt like you’re constantly fighting for control, proving your worth, or carrying invisible armor, this one’s for you. Let’s talk about true peace—the kind that lasts.

🎧 Listen now. Your humanity is calling.

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Aloha, I’m Bobby Ford!

Imagine a world where success is measured by creativity, passion, and human impact. That world starts with us! Let’s lead the change.

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9 months ago
19 minutes

Creative Minds Like Us
An Epic Creative Retreat Anyone Can Pull Off

Feeling Stuck? This creative retreat process could change everything!

Ever feel like you’re running on a treadmill—working hard but getting nowhere? You’re not alone. Even the most successful creatives and entrepreneurs hit a plateau. That’s exactly what happened to my clients—brilliant, science-minded business owners who had built an incredible wellness brand. But they were burned out, stuck in the daily grind, unable to see a way forward. They LOST their spark.

So, we did something radical. We designed a 4-day creative retreat—not a vacation, not another “conference,” but an immersive, powerful space to think, break rules, and open doors to what might be possible. And the results? They transformed their business, their lives, and their relationship. They achieved more success while working less and making more money.

In this episode, I break down the 9 key elements of an epic, mind-shifting creative retreat—so you can craft your own. We’re talking:🔥 The #1 mindset shift that changes everything🔥 How to design a retreat that sparks breakthroughs🔥 Why “ready” is a myth—but willingness changes the game🔥 The balance of work, play, and deep exploration🔥 How to create space for the unimaginableThis isn’t about escaping. It’s about finding your way back to yourself—your passion, your fire, your next big thing. Because “….in a world of obligation, it’s easy to lose your point of reference” …. a quote from Maestro Chef Massimo Bottura. But when you make space for deep creative work, you unlock possibilities you never imagined possible.

Are you willing?

Hit play. Your breakthrough might be waiting.

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Aloha, I’m Bobby Ford!

Imagine a world where success is measured by creativity, passion, and human impact. That world starts with us! Let’s lead the change.

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9 months ago
27 minutes

Creative Minds Like Us
Take risks! Do Vulnerable Work. Break Stuff!

What if the only thing standing between you and your most powerful work is the risk you’re afraid to take?

This episode is a call to arms for creatives, visionaries, and risk-takers ready to push the envelope. We dive into the raw truth of making art that matters—work that sets fire to every ounce of your being. It’s about stepping beyond the safe, the polished, and the expected to create with unfiltered honesty.

I share my own journey—failed projects, unexpected wins, and the moments that changed everything—proving that the biggest breakthroughs come when we lean into vulnerability and break the mold. Because without risk, there is no reward. Without courage, there is no transformation.

If you’ve ever felt the pull to create something bigger, bolder, and more true to you, this episode is your sign. We’re dismantling the status quo, exploring how risk leads to creative freedom, and challenging you to take the leap your work deserves.

So—what’s the risk that will set your creative fire ablaze? 🔥

Listen now. Your next level is waiting.

In this episode, I mention two incredibly talented artisans. Here are their links.

Rule-shattering artist Klaire Lockhart: https://www.klairelockheart.com/

Erik Rittenberry’s popular Poetic Outlaws, the Substack About page: https://poeticoutlaws.substack.com/about

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10 months ago
22 minutes

Creative Minds Like Us
Trusting Your Lived Experience to Create Visionary Work

The two hallmark traits most legendary creators have in common is their ability to fully surrender to their process, and trust their lived experience. That’s not to say it doesn’t get messy! But when push comes to shove, legendary creators trust what they bring to the table. Not just as artisans and visionaries, but as human beings. It’s a delicate collaboration between our conscious and subconscious minds. Tap into the power you power you already possess.

NOTE: I changed the title of this episode to more accurately reflect what the episode offers listeners. Enjoy!

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10 months ago
17 minutes

Creative Minds Like Us
Creatively Processing Trauma Reclaims Our Power

What if the creative work you're called to do isn’t just about expression—but about survival?

In this raw, unfiltered episode, I share a deeply personal moment on stage—a moment when art, pain, and truth collided under a blinding spotlight. A moment that wasn’t just performance—it was healing in real time.

Our wounds don’t just sit in silence. They call out to us through the work we must create—the play we have to write, the business we feel compelled to build, the story that refuses to stay buried. Creativity isn’t just an outlet; it’s a lifeline. It gives our pain a voice, turning struggle into something tangible, something we can shape—rather than something that shapes us.

When we walk with our creativity through trauma, we stop being just survivors. We become authors of our own stories. We take back control. We rewrite the narrative.

This episode is for anyone who has ever felt stuck in emotional concrete, held back by the weight of their own past. If you’ve ever wondered whether your art, your work, or your creative process could be the key to healing—this one is for you.

🎧 Tune in and let’s explore how creativity can be our most powerful tool for reclaiming our voice, our truth, and ultimately, our power.

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Aloha, I’m Bobby Ford!

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Hi, I’m Bobby Ford.

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11 months ago
17 minutes

Creative Minds Like Us
Creative Work That Runs Deep, Ignites Your Brand!

Epic personal branding as a creative soul comes down to seventeen words etched by Ernest Hemingway. Heeding Hemingway’s call opens the door to creative work that feeds you as much as it impacts others. Projects that says something to the world. Our truest work often fuels our best work, which ignites our brands. Are you feeding your fire?

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Imagine a world where success is measured by creativity, passion, and human impact. That world starts with us! Let’s lead the change.

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11 months ago
16 minutes

Creative Minds Like Us
The True North Of Your Creative Business In Four Questions

Are You Following Someone Else’s Path Instead of Your Own?

You’ve done everything right. You’ve followed the advice, checked all the boxes, hit the so-called milestones of success. And yet—you still feel invisible. Empty. Like something essential is missing.

Maybe you’ve even asked yourself: Why do I still feel lost? Why does my work feel invisible? Why do I feel invisible?

The answer isn’t out there. It’s not in another marketing strategy, another client, another business move. The answer is already within you—waiting to be uncovered.

In this episode, we’re peeling back the layers and getting to the heart of what truly fuels your work and your creative business. Because when you don’t have clarity on what drives you, you’ll keep chasing goals that don’t actually fulfill you.

To break free, you need to answer four deeply personal, game-changing questions:

* Who has influenced your work?

* What makes a project truly worth your time, emotions, and capital?

* How do you define success—beyond society’s expectations?

* What impact do you want your work to have on human beings?

When you have honest answers to these questions, everything changes. Your choices become clearer. Your creative fire burns brighter. You stop feeling pulled in a hundred directions because you finally have a compass that points true north.

If you’ve been feeling stuck, uninspired, or like something’s missing, this episode is for you. Hit play now and let’s find your true north—together.

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Aloha, I’m Bobby Ford!

Imagine a world where success is measured by creativity, passion, and human impact. That world starts with us! Let’s lead the change.

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11 months ago
19 minutes

Creative Minds Like Us
Making It Happen To Do Something Extraordinary

In this stirring episode, we dive into the raw, relentless journey of pursuing your creative dreams—even when the odds seem insurmountable. Imagine battling through a fierce blizzard where every step is a struggle, every gust of wind a reminder of the challenges ahead. Yet, on the horizon shines the undeniable light of your passion project, beckoning you to fight the good fight.

This episode is a heartfelt call to impact-driven creatives, founders, artists, writers, and changemakers who have ever felt the chilling pull of doubt and the crushing weight of failure. I explore the very essence of what it means to put your whole self on the line, to fail and get better, and to relentlessly push forward until your work is seen and celebrated.

With vivid storytelling and candid reflections, I discuss the transformative power of persistence, the courage to overcome setbacks, and the importance of holding fast to a dream—even when comfort tempts you to return to your comfort zone.

Whether you’re launching a revolutionary business, penning a book, directing a film, or igniting a social impact brand, this episode will resonate with anyone who has ever dared to make a change. Embrace the journey of creative struggle and triumph as we break down the barriers to success and reveal why getting your project off the ground isn’t just a goal—it’s a way of life. Get ready to be inspired, motivated, and empowered to step into the city of light and make your extraordinary dreams a reality.

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Aloha, I’m Bobby Ford!

Imagine a world where success is measured by creativity, passion, and human impact. That world starts with us! Let’s lead the change.

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1 year ago
17 minutes

Creative Minds Like Us
An Unrelenting Need To Do Something Extraordinary

The emotional and creative experience of getting a project out the door is vastly different than the emotional and creative experience of making a statement that IGNITES our greatest passions. Are you having a creative experience that you control? Does your work ignite your greatest passions on a regular basis?

CORRECTION: In this episode, I mention John Waire and his photography not being his primary job. Lucky for us, he does have a documentary photographer business. You can check out his stellar work using the link below. 

https://thewairehouse.com/

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Aloha, I’m Bobby Ford!

Imagine a world where success is measured by creativity, passion, and human impact. That world starts with us! Let’s lead the change.

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1 year ago
14 minutes

Creative Minds Like Us
The Artistic Power Of Embracing Your Wounds

Our work, creative path, and lifestyle require courage. Vulnerability. The willingness to put ourselves out there on a regular basis. How to do that when we’re struggling? How to put ourselves out there in the middle of an emotional lightning storm? Embracing our wounds honors our wounds.

SERIES SCHEDULE

// Part One - The Artistic Power Of Embracing Your Wounds

// Part Two - The Artistic Power Of Manifesting Your Wounds

// Part Three - The Artistic Power Of Collaborating With Your Wounds

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Aloha, I’m Bobby Ford!

Imagine a world where success is measured by creativity, passion, and human impact. That world starts with us! Let’s lead the change.

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1 year ago
15 minutes

Creative Minds Like Us
A podcast for the bold, the visionary, and the unconventionally creative. Unshackle your truest self to reveal The Big Why that fuels your best life, work, and impact. Do the deep inner work that is fundamental to being a progressive founder, creative, or artist. Imagine a world where success isn’t measured by conventional metrics but by creativity, passion, and human impact. That world starts with us! Let's lead the change. I publish one to two soul-led, passion-fed interviews a month with an everyday founder, creative, or artist. While I do have my eye on two famous household names, the vast majority of my interviews are with people just like you. Now more than ever, our world needs more outliers, weirdos, rule-breakers, and visionaries whose creative minds and bold work shatter the numbness of the status quo.