Episode 3 · · 1:29:11
Unlocking Creativity and Positivity with Jessica Hische
About this episode
Brad talks with Jessica Hische who is known for her work ranging from illustrated children's books to designing iconic logos and her new venture, Studio Works, a software and community for creative professionals. We delve into a wide array of topics including the power of positivity, the challenges of ADHD and mental health, balancing personal and societal responsibilities, and fostering local community engagement. Jessica shares her personal journey, her insights about work-life balance, and her vision for the future of creativity.
Topics discussed:
- (00:00) - Introduction to Wake Up Excited
- (00:13) - Meet Jessica Hische
- (01:23) - Support Wake Up Excited
- (02:05) - What is Jessica Waking Up Excited About?
- (03:08) - Jessica's New Venture: Studio Works
- (06:01) - The Importance of Positivity and Local Community
- (13:36) - The Impact of Social Media Algorithms
- (23:26) - Parenting and Emotional Intelligence
- (29:44) - Mental Health and Medication
- (44:27) - The Impact of Psychedelics on Mental Health
- (47:27) - The Importance of Joy and Wonder
- (49:37) - Reconnecting with Music and Art Post-COVID
- (51:36) - The Role of Arts in Breaking Routine
- (54:17) - Fighting for Causes and Community Engagement
- (01:00:44) - The Challenges of Implementing Big Changes
- (01:04:37) - Balancing Personal and Community Financial Goals
- (01:17:16) - Future Plans and Creative Ambitions
- (01:20:53) - Parenting and Removing Obstacles for Kids
- (01:25:40) - Music Recommendations and Final Thoughts
Links Mentioned:
- Studio Works (invoicing and payment software)
- Studio Works Community
- Brad Frost’s Online Courses
- Spotify BPM Playlists
- Band: Bronco
- Band: FIDLAR
- Jessica Hische’s “My First Book of Fancy Letters”
- Jessica Hische’s “I’m in Progress” Book (pre-order)
- Paradiso Event (by Off) (OFFF is a creative festival, Paradiso is an event by one of its founders)
Chapters
- 0:00 Introduction to Wake Up Excited
- 0:13 Meet Jessica Hische
- 1:23 Support Wake Up Excited
- 2:05 What is Jessica Waking Up Excited About?
- 3:08 Jessica's New Venture: Studio Works
- 6:01 The Importance of Positivity and Local Community
- 13:36 The Impact of Social Media Algorithms
- 23:26 Parenting and Emotional Intelligence
- 29:44 Mental Health and Medication
- 44:27 The Impact of Psychedelics on Mental Health
- 47:27 The Importance of Joy and Wonder
- 49:37 Reconnecting with Music and Art Post-COVID
- 51:36 The Role of Arts in Breaking Routine
- 54:17 Fighting for Causes and Community Engagement
- 1:00:44 The Challenges of Implementing Big Changes
- 1:04:37 Balancing Personal and Community Financial Goals
- 1:17:16 Future Plans and Creative Ambitions
- 1:20:53 Parenting and Removing Obstacles for Kids
- 1:25:40 Music Recommendations and Final Thoughts
About Jessica Hische
- Studio Works invoicing/payment software (https://studioworks.app/), Studio Works Community (https://studioworks.community/), Jessica Hische's website (https://jessicahische.is/awesome), Jessica's books including "My First Book of Fancy Letters" and the updated "In Progress" (https://jessicahische.is/books), Instagram (https://instagram.com/jessicahische), Bluesky (https://bsky.app/profile/jessicahische.bsky.social)
Jessica Hische's music pick
Bronco (broncoofficial.com) and FIDLAR (fidlarmusic.com). Jessica also recommends searching Spotify for playlists based on BPM (open.spotify.com/search/bpm) — she uses 190 BPM lists for sprinting at the gym.