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The State of Creative

The State of Creative

By Dustin Phillips

The State of Creative is a podcast dedicated to discussing topics around the process, struggles, and current state of various creative industries. Hosted by musician and producer Dustin Phillips (The Ataris). In each episode, Dustin brings on a creative professional to chat about a specific topic or question related to their specific background.
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05. Under the Hood of the Music Industry with Ted Felicetti

The State of CreativeOct 13, 2020

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07. The World of Audio Production With Rob Freeman

07. The World of Audio Production With Rob Freeman

In this episode, I chat with audio producer and musician Rob Freeman about the music industry, getting his first record contract with Hidden in Plain View, and the outlook on the current state and future of the industry.

Connect with Rob on Instagram (@rob.freeman) and audiopilotproduction.com.

Have a topic or guest you'd like to hear on the podcast? Give me a shout on Twitter (@dustinphillips), Instagram (@dustinphillipsmusic/@thestateofcreative), or find me on TikTok (@thedustinphillips)!

A huge thanks to iZotope for powering this podcast!

To become an official podcast supporter, you may make a donation to Cashapp ($thedustinphillips), Venmo (@dustinphillipsmusic), or PayPal (@dustinphillipsmusic)! Donations of $50 or more will receive a shoutout on an episode! All links here: https://linktr.ee/dustinphillips

Nov 02, 202057:34
06. Creative Work Comes in Waves with Jay Ness (Filmmaker/Director)

06. Creative Work Comes in Waves with Jay Ness (Filmmaker/Director)

In this episode, I chat with filmmaker and director Jay Ness about the film industry, working as a creative behind the lens, the ever-fluctuating workflow of being a creative, and his outlook on the current state and future of the industry.

Episode topics links: All The Right Moves "Wildfire" Music Video (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nMPNBROFAow)

Connect with Jay on Instagram (@jay_ness), Facebook (/jayness) and www.jay-ness.com.

Have a topic or guest you'd like to hear on the podcast? Give me a shout on Twitter (@dustinphillips), Instagram (@dustinphillipsmusic/@thestateofcreative), or find me on TikTok (@thedustinphillips)!

A huge thanks to iZotope for powering this podcast!

A massive shoutout to Joe Wezner for supporting this episode with a donation! To become an official supporter you may make a donation to Cashapp ($thedustinphillips), Venmo (@dustinphillipsmusic), or PayPal (@dustinphillipsmusic)! Donations of $50 or more will receive a shoutout on an episode! All links here: https://linktr.ee/dustinphillips

Oct 20, 202001:13:59
05. Under the Hood of the Music Industry with Ted Felicetti

05. Under the Hood of the Music Industry with Ted Felicetti

In this episode, I chat with Ted Felicetti about the music industry, working as a booking agent (The Ataris, Bigwig, The Queers, Riche Ramone), and his outlook on the state of the industry during these uncertain times.

Connect with Ted on Twitter (@dontpanicpa), Instagram (@dontpanicjustrock), Facebook (/dontpanicofficial), and YouTube!

Have a topic or guest you'd like to hear on the podcast? Give me a shout on Twitter (@dustinphillips), Instagram (@dustinphillipsmusic/@thestateofcreative), or find me on TikTok (@thedustinphillips)!

A huge thanks to iZotope and Waves for powering this podcast!

A massive shoutout to Logan Greely, Ian Ewing, Aaron Joly, & Anne Cooper for supporting this episode with a donation! To become an official supporter you may make a donation to Cashapp ($thedustinphillips), Venmo (@dustinphillipsmusic), or PayPal (@dustinphillipsmusic)! Donations of $50 or more will receive a shoutout on an episode! All links here: https://linktr.ee/dustinphillips

Oct 13, 202001:22:04
04. A First-Hand Discussion on NBC's "The Voice" with Kat Perkins
Sep 29, 202001:26:13
03. Growing Up in the TV/Film Industry with Brian Bonsall
Sep 22, 202001:17:39
02. Social Media Branding with Sarah Merrill (Big Kid Problems)

02. Social Media Branding with Sarah Merrill (Big Kid Problems)

In this episode, I sit down with Sarah Merrill, the comedic voice and branding expert behind Big Kid Problems to discuss her journey of leaving the corporate world to follow her heart as a creative. Sarah shares her experience to help shine light on what she feels Is (and is not) important when branding yourself on social media as a creative.

Connect with Sarah on: Instagram (@bigkidproblems), Twitter (@bigkidproblems), and check out the Big Kid Problems Podcast!

Have a topic or guest you'd like to hear on the podcast? Give me a shout on Twitter (@dustinphillips) or Instagram (@dustinphillipsmusic/@thestateofcreative)

A huge thanks to iZotope and Waves for powering this podcast!

Sep 15, 202001:12:49
01. Finding Your Niche with Ian Allison
Sep 03, 202001:16:06