Tapping Creativity

Our guest for this week, Geoffrey Calhoun, used to work as an MRI technician. What turned him to professional screenwriting?  What did he take to make that pivot?

In this episode we discuss several topics from his book, The Guide for Every Screen Writer: ranging from his writing process, writing exercises that have helped us both, and why there is nothing wrong with having a day job as a screenwriter.

Calhoun is a screenwriter, author and creative coach.

Written and Produced by Matthew C. Temple
Edited by Tyen Musa
Original Theme Music by Adrian Lee
Sponsored by WeStrive

Our guest for this week, Geoffrey Calhoun, used to work as an MRI technician. What turned him to professional screenwriting?  What did he take to make that pivot?

In this episode we discuss several topics from his book, The Guide for Every Screen Writer: ranging from his writing process, writing exercises that have helped us both, and why there is nothing wrong with having a day job as a screenwriter.

Calhoun is a screenwriter, author and creative coach.

Written and Produced by Matthew C. Temple
Edited by Tyen Musa
Original Theme Music by Adrian Lee
Sponsored by WeStrive

Why do true crime series appeal to us? Not the click bait titles actually, but literary works about actual crimes.

According to our guest today, Kim Daly, it’s because of the powers that victim focused stories have. From the power to heal, building community, to informing the readers on what precautions to take in order to limit the chances of falling victim to these crimes.

Kim Daly is an author and editor. Her latest book, The True Crime Files is now available here.

Written and Produced by Matthew C. Temple
Edited by Tyen Musa
Original Theme Music by Adrian Lee
Sponsored by WeStrive

Why do true crime series appeal to us? Not the click bait titles actually, but literary works about actual crimes.

According to our guest today, Kim Daly, it’s because of the powers that victim focused stories have. From the power to heal, building community, to informing the readers on what precautions to take in order to limit the chances of falling victim to these crimes.

Kim Daly is an author and editor. Her latest book, The True Crime Files is now available here.

Written and Produced by Matthew C. Temple
Edited by Tyen Musa
Original Theme Music by Adrian Lee
Sponsored by WeStrive

It's commonly said that Genius is one percent inspiration and 99 percent perspiration. I have found this to be true in my projects over the years. Part of the sweat is poured in the research stage so as to flesh out the inspired idea.

Our guest today talks about how he has gone about researching for his three novels. The creative process of each required different approaches: from reliance on introspection, to reading, to interviewing others.

E.C. Hanes is an author, veteran, business leader and former state senator candidate. His latest novel, 'The Bus to Beaulah' , a gripping story about immigration and human trafficking can be found here.

Written and Produced by Matthew C. Temple
Edited by Tyen Musa
Original Theme Music by Adrian Lee
Sponsored by WeStrive

It's commonly said that Genius is one percent inspiration and 99 percent perspiration. I have found this to be true in my projects over the years. Part of the sweat is poured in the research stage so as to flesh out the inspired idea.

Our guest today talks about how he has gone about researching for his three novels. The creative process of each required different approaches: from reliance on introspection, to reading, to interviewing others.

E.C. Hanes is an author, veteran, business leader and former state senator candidate. His latest novel, 'The Bus to Beaulah' , a gripping story about immigration and human trafficking can be found here.

Written and Produced by Matthew C. Temple
Edited by Tyen Musa
Original Theme Music by Adrian Lee
Sponsored by WeStrive

Collaboration is a key part of the creative process. No artist can ever do it all by themselves: whether the project is writing a book or recording music or shooting a film.

On this episode of Tapping Creativity, we revisit conversations we've had with various creatives on what is critical to them when choosing collaborators and how they keep the ball rolling until the professional connection turn into personal relationships that last years.

Have a listen to these tips by the poet and Hiphop artist Propaganda, writer-director Aaron Fjellman, film composer Adrian Lee and filmmaker Brian Crewe.

Written and Produced by Matthew C. Temple
Edited by Tyen Musa
Original Theme Music by Adrian Lee
Sponsored by WeStrive

Collaboration is a key part of the creative process. No artist can ever do it all by themselves: whether the project is writing a book or recording music or shooting a film.

On this episode of Tapping Creativity, we revisit conversations we've had with various creatives on what is critical to them when choosing collaborators and how they keep the ball rolling until the professional connection turn into personal relationships that last years.

Have a listen to these tips by the poet and Hiphop artist Propaganda, writer-director Aaron Fjellman, film composer Adrian Lee and filmmaker Brian Crewe.

Written and Produced by Matthew C. Temple
Edited by Tyen Musa
Original Theme Music by Adrian Lee
Sponsored by WeStrive

As creatives, life always reminds us that the application of our creative gifts isn’t limited to our arts and crafts. Creativity is essential in all spheres of our being.

On today’s episode, Omar Garriott shares his insights into how creativity is useful in building professional relationships and business in general.

Omar is a tech entrepreneur for good. Together with a former colleague at LinkedIn, Omar wrote the book ‘Conquer LinkedIn: Get Your Dream Job of the Future’. We discuss this book and especially how  we can leverage our creativity to make the best of social media.


Written and Produced by Matthew C. Temple
Edited by Tyen Musa
Original Theme Music by Adrian Lee

As creatives, life always reminds us that the application of our creative gifts isn’t limited to our arts and crafts. Creativity is essential in all spheres of our being.

On today’s episode, Omar Garriott shares his insights into how creativity is useful in building professional relationships and business in general.

Omar is a tech entrepreneur for good. Together with a former colleague at LinkedIn, Omar wrote the book ‘Conquer LinkedIn: Get Your Dream Job of the Future’. We discuss this book and especially how  we can leverage our creativity to make the best of social media.


Written and Produced by Matthew C. Temple
Edited by Tyen Musa
Original Theme Music by Adrian Lee