Fresh Ideas for Creatives

As creative people we geek to about our craft, but if we want a sustainable practice we must add other ingredients in the mix.Every week Alejo Porras chats with experts to learn their recipes for success, so you can apply them to your creative business.Because artists who pair their craft with business knowledge never starve.So, if you're hungry for inspiration, stories, and tips to thrive as a creative professional, you've come to the right place for food for thought. Enjoy! alejoporrasart.substack.com

Fresh Ideas for Creatives is a arts podcast hosted by Alejo Porras, with 16 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80.

Alejo Porras hosts Fresh Ideas for Creatives, a arts show with 16 episodes published.

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  Why You Should Stop Judging And Start Reflecting - Part 2 | Feat. Andy J. Pizza | Ep013

  Apr 29, 202644 minS0

  <p>On this episode’s menu of the Fresh Ideas Podcast, host Alejo Porras continues his conversation with illustrator, author, and Creative Pep Talk host Andy J. Pizza — diving deeper into creativity, meaning, and the way we interpret the world.</p><p>In Part 2, the conversation opens with a simple but powerful idea: most people approach life and art through a binary lens — good or bad, right or wrong. But what if the real value comes from reflection instead of judgment?</p><p>Andy introduces a different way of engaging with creativity, storytelling, and even life itself — one that moves beyond c...

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  This One Thing Makes You A Better Creative - Part 1 | Feat. Andy J. Pizza | Ep012

  Apr 22, 202644 minS0

  <p>On this episode’s menu of the Fresh Ideas Podcast, host Alejo Porras sits down with illustrator, author, and Creative Pep Talk host Andy J. Pizza to explore a powerful shift in the creative journey: moving from constant “leveling up” to actually enjoying the process.</p><p>In the opening moments, Andy challenges a common belief among creatives — that success comes from pushing harder, doing more, and chasing the next level. Instead, he introduces a different approach: asking “what would this look like if it was fun?”</p><p>This conversation dives deep into creativity as both play and strategy, ho...

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  Follower count doesn't equal money - Part 2 | Feat. Rob O'Rourke | Ep011

  Feb 11, 202641 minS0

  <p>On this episode’s menu of the Fresh Ideas Podcast, host Alejo Porras continues the conversation with sales funnel strategist Rob O’Rourke to unpack one of the biggest myths in the creative industry: that more followers automatically mean more money.</p><p>In Part 2, the discussion zooms in on why vanity metrics are misleading, how creators can build profitable businesses without relying on massive audiences, and what actually drives high-quality leads. Rob shares real-world examples from his own experience, explains why DM volume matters more than likes, and breaks down how funnels, positioning, and belief-driven messaging outperform algorithm chas...

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  Why talented Creatives don't see business results - Part 1 | Feat. Rob O'Rourke | Ep010

  Feb 5, 202642 minS0

  <p>On this episode’s menu of the Fresh Ideas Podcast, host Alejo Porras sits down with sales funnel strategist Rob O’Rourke for Part 1 of a deep, practical conversation on why so many talented creatives work hard but still struggle to see real business results.</p><p>From the very beginning, this episode reframes the problem. The issue isn’t talent. It’s the lack of complementary business skills like positioning, pre-educating clients, and building systems that guide people toward a confident “yes.”</p><p>In this first part, Rob breaks down how scalable systems, sales funnels, and better client commu...

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  Live with purpose, on purpose | Feat. Esteban Gast | Ep009

  Jan 30, 20261h 17mS1

  <p>On this episode’s menu of the Fresh Ideas Podcast, host Alejo Porras goes off the regular menu and prepares something different. He sits down with comedian, writer, and host Esteban Gast to explore why comedy and humor are not just entertainment, but essential tools for creativity, awareness, and purpose.</p><p>In the opening moments of the conversation, Alejo introduces Esteban as a creative who brings intention, wit, and depth into serious topics. Together, they discuss why humor sharpens perception, how quick-witted creativity is developed over time, and what it means to live with awareness of the unseen an...

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