Join us as we delve into the world of online writing and content creation with Hussain Ibarra, a self-proclaimed "beginner" with over 22,000 users on X. Hussein shares his journey from being a disenchanted engineering intern to becoming a successful online writer and mentor. We discuss the importance of consistency, the role of personal branding in the creator economy, and practical tips for starting your own writing venture. Whether you're stuck in a 9-to-5 or looking to improve your ...

Breaking Free from Perfectionism Read Matt's Substack article (yes, the one we discuss in the episode!) here: https://mattbuffa.substack.com/?utm_campaign=profile_chips Join The Living Internet Alliance, a free community for up-skilling your social, creative, and financial mastery: https://living-internet-alliance.circle.so/join?invitation_token=226e75d9ce467200f26b8d69c30cc6fce33321b1-4df96578-ddf5-46b9-bd0c-81882743ba7d Join Matt Buffa and Jesse James Carver as they explore the struggle ...

This episode is with Josh Terry, a high performance coach who helps ambitious creators to achieve greatness without getting stuck in overwhelm and burnout. Follow his Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joshterryplays/ Watch his Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOLdtkK1XqV6ikuHUqfetnQ Get your early-bird ticket to the Creator Economy Convention: https://thelivinginternet.com/ Support the show Check out the Unblocked Carver newsletter here: https://www.oakmoss.ca/unblockedcarver

This episode explores the profound connection between story, myth, and healing with Brian Maierhofer, an associate marriage family therapist, writer, and self-described "keeper of stories." Brian shares his transformative journey from struggling with substance use at 20 to discovering Jung and Campbell in a Hawaiian wilderness therapy program's library. We dive deep into how ancient myths and the hero's journey reveal fundamental patterns of psychological death and rebirth that are essential...

Non‑duality is the absence of mentally fabricated boundaries.” In this wide‑ranging conversation, creator and teacher Dan Goldfield unpacks what that means in real life; how freeing ourselves from constant interpretation dissolves suffering, and why you don’t need hours of meditation to find rest. We cover Dan’s path from 20 years as a professional drummer/teacher to publishing hundreds of short teachings (Insight Timer, YouTube), and the non‑dual lineages that shaped him (Advaita Vedanta, Z...

Paul Musso is a full time philosophy professor and solopreneur. After receiving his PhD in Philosophy from the University of Pennyslvania, he decided to begin pursuing a career teaching philosophy online. His main focus is teaching people how to build their own philosophy of life, which he calls a “micro-philosophy”. His work is primarily found on Substack, and he just released a free course on Stoicism as a way of life, titled Philosophy As The Art Of Living. Get tickets to The Creator Econ...

A Journey Through Poetry, Darkness, and Death Doula Work with David Morin. Join us in an intimate and enlightening conversation with David Morin, a poet and death doula, as he explores his journey to discovering his poetic voice and understanding his role in guiding others through their final moments. David shares his transformative experiences at a darkness meditation retreat, the profound impact of poetry on his life, and the unique challenges and rewards of working with incarcerated indiv...

In this episode with my mother, we discuss how to use art as a therapeutic outlet. Donna May shares personal stories about overcoming insecurities and finding inner peace through creative expression. Discover how to use your own artistic expression as a way to promote emotional wellbeing, and find spiritual awakening. See more of her artwork at: http://www.DonnaMayPaints.ca Register for The Creative Wayfinder here: https://stan.store/oakmoss/p/the-creative-wayfinder Thank you for watching/...

In this episode, somatic therapist Logan Quinn explores how our deepest wounds can guide us to our greatest sources of creativity and healing. Logan shares his journey from traditional bodywork to a more holistic, story-driven approach, discussing the subtle connections between physical tension, trauma, and self-expression. We examine agency, the role of the body in psychological healing, and how personal challenges can inspire transformation. Practical somatic tools and mythic perspectives o...

On this episode, Jesse interviews his childhood magic mentor, Gary Savard! Gary has performed many thousands of magic shows, won award in kid show magic, comedy magic, stage magic, and more. You can find Gary for hire at https://themagicguy.ca/ View the video version of this podcast on Youtube here: https://youtu.be/Rt-aLyED_Ac Support the show Check out the Unblocked Carver newsletter here: https://www.oakmoss.ca/unblockedcarver

Meaning Making in a Machine World (& Meeting Dan Koe in the Desert)In this deeply philosophical episode of Unblocked Creators, Jesse James Boyes explores the intersection of artificial intelligence and human creativity against the backdrop of his transformative journey through the Mojave Desert. Jesse weaves together seemingly disparate threads—from ancient Chinese divination systems to modern computing fundamentals, from quantum physics to consciousness theory—to address a profound quest...

In Unblocked Creators episode 4, Jesse shares a personal journey of creating wood art for his mother through her cancer battle and a global pandemic. This experience, fused with Eastern philosophy, reveals how suffering ('Dukkha') and creative blocks can become fuel for artistic breakthroughs and spiritual freedom. Discover how to see obstacles not as barriers, but as "uncarved blocks" of potential, and transform them into doorways for new insights. Oakmoss wooden wallets can be purchased her...

Ty Martens and I sit down at Open Space Gallery in Abbotsford, BC. where his show "Aptera" is on display until June 6, 2025, to discuss his artistic process. Check out Ty's work on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/tymartensart/ Read his wild shenanigans here: https://tymartens.substack.com/ Support the Unblocked Creators by purchasing an Oakmoss Hardwood Wallet: https://stan.store/oakmoss Support the show Check out the Unblocked Carver newsletter here: https://www.oakmoss.ca/unblocked...

Overcoming Artistic Struggles and Finding Creative Flow: A Conversation with Jack Hendsbee Join us for a candid conversation with artist Jack Hendsbee as he delves into the challenges and triumphs of the art world. Jack discusses the importance of managing expectations, marketing, and the financial realities of being an artist. He shares his experiences with large-scale murals, the satisfaction of quick 'plein air' paintings, and how psychedelic experiences have inspired his unique use of co...

In this video, I, Jesse Boyes, talk to Andrew Joakim, formerly the face of the Youtube channel "Sorting Myself Out," about getting creatively unblocked. We discuss how to live a life of meaning and purpose while earning a living. I don't mention my sponsor in the podcast, but its Oakmoss, a one man wood art and furniture gallery (run by me). See our premium wooden wallets here: http://www.oakmoss.ca/ Support the show Check out the Unblocked Carver newsletter here: https://www.oakmoss.ca/unb...