Creative Risk
“CREATIVE RISK”, is a new podcast hosted by actors Joshua Morgan and Mike Labbadia of Artist’s Strategy where they explore all things art, entrepreneurialism and everything in between. The acting industry is more volatile and competitive than ever before, therefore the artist must evolve in order to take radical ownership over their creative businesses. Each episode, Mike and Joshua will get raw and unfiltered, giving hot takes and cutting edge strategies on how to build a sustainable career in the arts.
Episodes
45 episodes
Big Fish, Little Pond: The Pros and Cons of Choosing Your Market
THIS IS A SEGMENT FROM AN EXCLUSIVE PATREON EPISODEIn this episode, Joshua and Mike dive into one of the biggest questions actors face: Should you start your career in the traditional powerhouses of New York or LA, or opt for sma...
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Episode 43
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15:13
Horror, A Go-To Genre for Creators and Why it Works
In this spooky episode, the boys dive into the wildly popular genre of horror, unpacking why it remains a favorite among filmmakers, self-producers, and audiences alike. Horror has always been about high-impact storytelling on a shoestring budg...
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Episode 42
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1:46:41
Raw + Rising: Robyne Parrish and Tin Church
Learn more about TIN CHURCH:OCTOBER 23 - NOVEMBER 23 AT THE CHAIN THEATER IN NYCwww.insideoffthewall.comUSE CODE TA 24 FOR 50% OFF"Raw & Rising", a new mi...
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22:17
The Theater Underground w/ Adult Film
We sit down with Ryan Czerwonko and David Garelik of Adult Film, a trailblazing theater company and artistic training center thriving out of a Bushwick basement. Known for their hyper-intimate performances that blur the line between artist and ...
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Episode 41
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1:36:17
Raw + Rising: Shaun Taylor-Corbett and Distant Thunder
Learn more about DISTANT THUNDER:NOW - OCTOBER 27 AT THE A.R.T. / NY THEATERSwww.amasmusical.orgListen to “
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25:15
Funding Your Creative Work
In this episode the boys are getting real about one of the most intimidating—but essential—aspects of building a sustainable artistic career: fundraising. They’ll break down how securing financial support isn’t just about luck or waiting around...
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2:12:09
The Freewheelin' Episode
THIS IS A SEGMENT FROM AN EXCLUSIVE PATREON EPISODEAs Joshua likes to put it, "This is a Mike episode," meaning it's a bit of a wild ride, full of unexpected twists and a range of intriguing topics. Recorded just off campus at th...
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Episode 39
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30:39
The Uncancellable Artist: Ari Roth
In this episode, we sit down with Ari Roth—producer, playwright, dramaturg, educator, and former Artistic Director of Theater J, as well as the founder of Mosaic Theater Company of DC. A Chicago native and child of Holocaust refugees, Roth’s ca...
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Episode 38
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1:39:03
Beyond Talent: The Physical Demands of Broadway and How to Meet Them
This episode is all about health and fitness, baby!We’re joined by Joe Rosko from Built for the Stage, who has worked with performers in over fifty Broadway shows and stages worldwide through his innovative fitness app. Rosko and his tea...
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Episode 37
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1:09:28
What Makes a Good Actor Headshot?
We're going back to basics in this jam-packed episode featuring three incredible guests. First, we’re joined by Emily Lambert, a headshot photographer based in NY, LA, and ATL. Next, we have Brett Rigby, Agent and Partner at the New York-based ...
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Episode 36
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2:15:07
Spilling the Tea with Casting Director Erica Hart
THIS IS A SEGMENT FROM AN EXCLUSIVE PATREON EPISODEJoshua and Mike sit down with the dynamic casting director Erica Hart, whose entrepreneurial spirit and deep respect for actors have set her apart in the industry and made her on...
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Episode 35
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19:44
Hit Web Series to a TV Deal with Mekhai Lee
In this must-listen episode, we sit down with the incredibly talented multi-hyphenate Mekhai Lee. Not only is Mekhai an actor with an already impressive track record, but he’s also the co-creator of the hit web series For the Boys, which he fil...
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Episode 34
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1:25:40
Maximize Your Productivity as an Artist - Time Management Tips 2024
Okay, so we kick off this episode with a 20-minute dive into politics, recorded right after Joe Biden dropped out of the race. Mike makes some bold predictions in a fit of rage (spoiler: they’re not exactly coming true, lol).Once we get ...
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Episode 33
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2:27:11
How to Work with a Talent Manager in 2024 with ChiChi Anyanwu
In this episode of Creative Risk, we’re thrilled to sit down with powerhouse talent manager and entrepreneur ChiChi Anyanwu. No-nonsense and deeply caring for her clients, ChiChi opens up about the ins and outs of working with a talent manager ...
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Episode 32
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1:04:42
Is it Cringe-y to be Career Obsessed?
Mike and Joshua debate the question. This is s a segment from our latest episode of Creative Risk, exclusively available on Patreon. If you enjoyed what you heard and want to dive deeper, consider joining our Patreon community. We offer three m...
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Episode 31
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7:33
Mastering Debt for Artistic Freedom (and Sanity!)
Are you terrified of debt as an artist and creative? It's time to flip the script. The boys tackle the taboo topic of debt head-on in this episode of Creative Risk. In this episode, they ditch the shame and give you the no-BS truth about levera...
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Episode 30
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1:38:17
Career vs. Hobby: Are You REALLY Committed to Your Art?
Are you an aspiring creative who is giving your passion your all? Do you expect to make money as an artist, and if so are you doing what it will actually take? In this raw and unfiltered episode of Creative Risk, the boys confront the harsh rea...
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Episode 29
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1:41:04
Fear of People's Opinions: The #1 Killer of Creative Careers
Are you an aspiring actor or artist struggling with the fear of judgment and criticism? Get in line! In this episode of the the boys delve deep into how the fear of people's opinions, and the related fear of failure, is a silent killer of count...
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Episode 28
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1:37:57
Broadway Insider: From Actor to Producer - Clayton Howe Unveils the Secrets Behind the Scenes
Ever wondered what it takes to create a smash-hit Broadway production? Join us for an exclusive interview with Clayton Howe, the mastermind behind some of the biggest shows on the Great White Way and beyond.In this episode, Clayton pulls...
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Episode 27
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1:29:40
The ULTIMATE Guide to Becoming a Successful Actor (ft. Brian O'Neil)l
What does it REALLY take to make it as an actor? Brian O'Neil, the brains behind "Acting As a Business," pulls back the curtain on the industry. Brian has guided stars like Adam Driver and Danielle Brooks, in this ULTIMATE guide covering auditi...
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Episode 26
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1:36:50
Mastering the Art of Communication: Your Key to Success
It's just the boys this time so you know there are TANGENTS GALORE (Kevin Spacey's father, anyone?). In this episode they dive deep into mastering the art of communication, its importance and how it can lead to your ultimate success or demise. ...
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Episode 25
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1:25:00
Discovering Your Creative Voice through Social Media with Gus Heagerty
Navigating the world of social media can be daunting for artists, with the fear of producing cringey, try-hard, and inauthentic content always looming. And yet, in 2024, mastering social media is essential for capturing attention in order to gr...
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Episode 24
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1:32:01
The Tonys 2024 with Matt Koplik of Broadway Breakdown
It's awesome to have Matt Koplik of "Broadway Breakdown" on the show with the boys. Matt is a writer and critic who Mike is literally obsessed with (no joke). In this sassy and (as always) fun episode we cover a wide variety of topics inc...
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Episode 23
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2:19:53
Becoming a Workaday Broadway Actor with Nick Rehberger
We were thrilled to have Broadway’s Nick Rehberger on Creative Risk to talk about the modern challenges of becoming a workaday actor. Nick is currently appearing in Patriots on Broadway and was recently seen as Laertes in the latest pr...
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Episode 22
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1:53:59
The Actor's Showcase, Does It Help or Hinder?
It’s showcase tiiiiiiime! Yay? The question the boys ask in this episode is “do senior actor showcases really prepare graduates for the business or inadvertently work against them”? There are guests galore, including members of the 2024 UNCSA c...
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Episode 21
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2:05:08