CC285:Marching to a New Melody-Brandon Boron on Writing His Book & Song
Cashing in on Creativity Podcast - The Business of Art
Release Date: 11/26/2025
Studio Sessions: Crude Awakening Turns Up the Heat at Among the Hung Studios
Cashing in on Creativity Podcast - The Business of Art
Studio Sessions: Crude Awakening Turns Up the Heat at Among the Hung Studios The studio doors are open once again on Cashing In On Creativity as we dive into Part 2 of our exclusive behind-the-scenes series with Crude Awakening. This time, we’re joined by bassist Johnny Rupnow, lead singer Chris Von Leigh, and producer Ben Kempel at Among the Hung Studios as the band continues work on their upcoming album. From vocal sessions and bass grooves to production choices and studio chemistry, the crew shares what it takes to shape a powerful rock record from raw ideas into polished tracks. Hear...
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Tracking Thunder: Inside the Studio with Blain Jeffery of Crude Awakening
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Tracking Thunder: Inside the Studio with Blain Jeffery of Crude Awakening Go behind the scenes on this episode of Cashing In On Creativity as we sit down with Blain Jeffery from Crude Awakening while the band is deep in the studio recording drum tracks for their upcoming album. From the pressure of getting the perfect take to the energy that drives a hard-hitting rock record, Blain shares what it’s really like creating music in the studio. We talk creativity, rhythm, recording challenges, band chemistry, and the passion behind building a new album from the ground up. If you’ve ever...
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Drawing the Line: Inside Comic-Con 2026 with Mike Rooth: CC294
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Drawing the Line: Inside Comic-Con 2026 with Mike Rooth At Toronto Comicon 2026, we sit down with talented comic book artist Mike Rooth to talk about life behind the sketchpad and what it really takes to succeed in the world of comics. From Comicon Toronto convention floor he shares how to build a recognizable style, Mike shares insights into his creative process, connecting with fans, and navigating the ever-evolving comic industry. Whether you’re an aspiring artist, a comic fan, or someone who loves creative entrepreneurship, this episode is packed with real-world insights from the front...
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From Fans to Fandom: The Energy of Toronto Comicon 2026: CC293
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From Fans to Fandom: The Energy of Toronto Comicon 2026 Step into the vibrant world of Toronto Comicon 2026 as we explore the creativity, passion, and community that fuels one of Canada’s top pop culture conventions. From incredible cosplay craftsmanship to the stories behind the fans, artists, and vendors, this episode captures the true spirit of fandom. We’ll talk about what makes events like Toronto Comicon so powerful for creators, how they inspire new ideas, and why experiences like this go far beyond comics—they build connections, careers, and culture. Whether you’re a longtime...
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Why Artpreneur by Miriam Schulman Is a Must-Read for Professional Artists
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Why Artpreneur by Miriam Schulman Is a Must-Read for Professional Artists Artists often focus on improving their craft—but many struggle with the business side of their careers. In this episode of Cashing In On Creativity, we highlight the book Artpreneur by artist, author, and creative business coach Miriam Schulman. The book explores what it really takes to succeed as a working artist, covering everything from mindset and marketing to building a sustainable creative business. Miriam shares insights on why so many talented artists struggle financially and how shifting your thinking from...
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CC292 From Corporate Career to Full-Time Artist: Miriam Schulman on Building a Creative Business
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From Corporate Career to Full-Time Artist: Miriam Schulman on Building a Creative Business In this episode of Cashing in on Creativity, we talk with artist, author, and creative business mentor Miriam Schulman about her journey from a corporate career to becoming a full-time artist and helping other creatives build thriving businesses. Miriam shares the challenges she faced when stepping away from traditional employment, how she learned to turn creativity into a sustainable business, and why mindset is one of the biggest obstacles artists must overcome. Today, through her books, podcast, and...
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Cobalt Conspiracy by Richard D. Ross – A High-Stakes Thriller of Power & Deception
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Cobalt Conspiracy by Richard D. Ross A High-Stakes Thriller of Power & Deception Dive into the gripping world of Cobalt Conspiracy, a fast-paced thriller by Richard D. Ross, featured in the Cashing In On Creativity Podcast bookstore. Cobalt Conspiracy pulls readers into a web of global intrigue, corporate power, hidden agendas, and dangerous secrets tied to one of the world’s most valuable resources. With sharp storytelling and timely themes, Ross delivers a novel that blends suspense, geopolitics, and high-level corruption into a page-turning experience. As highlighted on the Cashing...
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CC291 From Indie Author to Indigo Shelves: Richard D. Ross on Getting Into Canada’s Biggest Bookstore
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From Indie Author to Indigo Shelves: Richard D. Ross on Getting Into Canada’s Biggest Bookstore Breaking into major bookstores isn’t luck—it’s strategy. On this episode of Catching on Creativity, we sit down with author Richard D. Ross to unpack how he successfully got his books into Indigo, Canada’s largest bookstore chain. Richard walks us through the real process behind the scenes—from preparing his book for retail, understanding buyer expectations, marketing beyond Amazon, and what authors must have in place before approaching a national retailer. Whether you’re a...
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Singing in My Sleep – Book By Thomas Wade
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Singing in My Sleep – Book by Thomas Wade On this episode of Catching In on Creativity, we sit down with Canadian country artist Thomas Wade to talk about his powerful book Singing in His Sleep — a deeply personal story of music, struggle, healing, and rediscovery. Thomas shares his journey from chart-topping success in the country music world to facing the challenges that forced him to step away from the spotlight — and how creativity became the path back. We explore the realities of the music industry, mental health, resilience, and what it truly means to reinvent yourself as an...
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CASHING IN ON CREATIVITY BOOK STORE: CREATIVE PICKS
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Creative Tools, Books & Stories That Inspire Action Welcome to the official Cashing in on Creativity Bookstore — your hub for books, resources, and creative tools designed to help artists turn passion into profit. This page features books from guests of the Cashing in on Creativity podcast, along with recommended titles and creative resources that support entrepreneurs, authors, musicians, speakers, and artists in building sustainable careers. From business strategies and marketing insights to personal development and industry-specific guidance, these books reflect the real-world...
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Marching to a New Melody-Brandon Boron on Writing His Book & Song
On this episode of Cashing In On Creativity, host Bruce Outridge sits down with military musician Brandon Boron to explore the inspiration, heart, and creative process behind his brand-new Christmas project — a captivating children’s book and original song that blend holiday magic with the grit and glory of life on the road.
Brandon shares how his military life, musical background, and love of storytelling shaped this unique seasonal release, and he walks us through the discipline, imagination, and emotional spark that brought the project to life. Whether you’re an artist, musician, writer, or simply someone who loves a good creative journey, this conversation is packed with insights on turning passion into something meaningful.
Tune in to discover how Brandon Boron is marching into the holiday season with a brand-new artistic mission! Visit www.PoletoPoleExpress.com
Our Sponsor for This Episode: Lead Pedal Radio
Lead Pedal Radio is an internet radio station that supports a number of musicians by playing their music and sharing their stories. You can listen to the radio station and learn more about them at www.leadpedalradio.com
About the Cashing in on Creativity Podcast
Welcome to the Cashing in on Creativity Podcast where we take your creative talents and show you how to develop them into business ideas. This podcast blends the arts and imagination with entrepreneurship to show you how others have succeeded in their creative business.
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Are you an artist, author, musician, or entrepreneur with talent, experience, or a dream? If so this is the podcast for you. This is a podcast that helps you take that creative talent and offers you ways to turn it into a viable business, product, or service. We show you through the eyes of others how you can take an idea or talent, and make it something that brings you money in over time allowing you to create a business doing something that you love. The show features topics, interviews, and ideas to take your creative talents and turn them into profitable ventures. Want to know how a musician takes their love of music and makes a living? How about learning how a cartoonist created a business because he loves to draw? How did that author write their latest book? How does a jewellery maker, photographer or software maker make money with their passion? The show interviews real people actually making money from their creative crafts hopefully inspiring you to do the same. www.cashinginoncreativitypodcast.com