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"I'm the problem, it's me." Join us for part two of our series with Molly W. Schenck on the Smartist Podcast. In this follow-up episode (recorded in April of 2024), host Melissa Peck opens up about her creative burnout and the shame that delaye
Join us for an insightful episode of the Smartist Podcast with Molly W. Schenck, a multi-hyphenate artist and somatic practitioner. Recorded in 2022, this first part of a two-part series delves into Molly's essay, “Trauma in Theatre: Considera
Many creatives feel torn between pursuing artistic endeavors and exploring alternative career paths. Is there a way to re-frame this internalized tension and address our nagging fear of "selling out"?In this episode, we dive into the world of
This episode of The Smartist Podcast features an inspiring conversation with Registered Dietician Maren Stein, who has a unique background as a former High School Thespian and a lifelong best friend to Smartistry Founder Melissa Peck. Join us a
How do you protect your artistic journey, legally? In this episode of The Smartist Podcast, host Melissa Peck interviews Attorney Ilya Zlatkin, whose firm specializes in Entertainment Law. Ilya provides insights into his unique approach to advo
"Did you try getting struck by lightning?" In this episode, host Melissa Peck has a dynamic conversation with Kevin Crispin – podcaster, performer, writer, and mental health advocate. Kevin reflects on his creative journey, discussing pivotal m
In this episode, Smartistry founder Melissa Peck interviews award-winning advocate, thought leader, and actor Rachel Spencer Hewitt. Rachel holds an MFA in acting from the Yale school of drama and her professional acting repertoire includes Bro
"Hugs and drink tickets don't pay the light bill". Award-winning international comic, writer, and educator Mona Aburmishan joins Smartistry Founder Melissa Peck to discuss humor as a tool for better communication and connection. Mona shares her
Theatrical designer, educator, and activist Elizabeth Wislar joins Smartistry Founder Melissa Peck to discuss the powerful and innovative new curriculum she developed for her undergraduate theatre class at James Madison University. Wislar, a re
In the second episode of this 2-part interview, Smartistry founder Melissa Peck and Chicago Theatre and Film Director Monty Cole (whose work has been seen at theatres like Steppenwolf, Center Theatre Group, The Goodman Theatre, and The Repertor
Who do we serve? In his essay The American Theatre is Not Built for Us, Theatre and Film Director and recent recipient of the Bridge to Faculty Fellowship at UIC Monty Cole ponders the viability of the traditional non-profit theatre business mo
"I love all the things I do." In keeping with her nature, multi-disciplinary artist and multi-passionate entrepreneur Kate Mura joins the Smartist Podcast to chat about a multitude of topics! Listen in on her discussion with longtime friend and
Did you know artists and designers can make a huge, positive impact on our industry through some very small, simple changes? In this interview with Smartistry founder Melissa Peck, Chicago costume designer Kristen P Ahern shares her insights on
In this episode, we're joined by advocate, non-profit leader, and storyteller Lauren Sivak. Lauren shares ways that arts leaders are overhauling the creative sector, by discarding old cultural norms of systemic labor and pay inequality. A pass
Talent, passion, knowledge, and family all come together in this episode. Smartistry founder Melissa Peck chats with her friend, Chicago Director, Actor, and Artistic Director Hayley L. Rice about growing up "in the biz" and the lessons she abs
From hangups to hiccups to holdovers- all artists have some sort of "money baggage" that we are holding on to (and it's so heavy!!). Whether they form as a result of our upbringing, our education, or our learned experience, our money beliefs in
It's one of the most uncomfortable, challenging, and potentially inhibiting parts of life as a working artist: getting paid. To build a sustainable career, we have to balance our passion with our professionalism. But how does an artist put a pr
In this brand-new series for the Smartist podcast, Smartistry founder Melissa Peck has teamed up with Mollie Holman, LCSW, to explore the areas where creativity, emotion, and personal finance intersect. Their goal: to illuminate areas of stigma
Get to know Smartistry's resident extroverted "Insurance Nerd", Maureen Mahoney. A lifelong devotee of the financial services industry, as well as an accomplished Chicago improviser, Maureen shares her passion for promoting financial literacy t
In this episode we introduce you to the Smartistry team. We'll talk about our mission and goals and why we got started on this journey. Smartistry Founder Melissa Peck shares her thoughts and vision for serving the creative community and her "c
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