What If We Went All In On Making Art In 2025: Reflections and Plans with Katie & Ilana | The Typecast Episode 44

Send us Fan MailThis past year has felt like a total sprint—so much has happened, and it flew by in the blink of an eye. In this episode, we’re hitting pause to reflect on the highlights, the hiccups, and how we’ve grown as creatives and entrepreneurs. We’re sharing the moments that made us feel on top of the world, the challenges that tested our limits, and the lessons we’ve learned about chasing creative fulfillment (and why it’s so important).We also talk about the art of pitching yourself (because waiting for opportunities? Not our vibe), why we’re rethinking success, and how our goals have evolved to better reflect who we are now. If you’ve ever felt stuck trying to balance creativity and business, or you’re just looking for a little inspiration to reignite your passion, we’ve got you. Let’s dive into a year of growth, self-discovery, and a few laughs along the way.All that and more when you listen to this episode:Why this year felt like a creative sprintOur personal and professional highlights (and a few hiccups)How pitching ourselves led to some amazing opportunitiesWhy creative fulfillment is non-negotiableThe trap of chasing external validation—and how to avoid itHow we’re setting goals that balance numbers and feelingsThe role of collaboration in reigniting creativityHow the internet distorts success (and how we stay grounded)Embracing the fluidity of creative identityWhy experimentation and curiosity are at the heart of our processMentioned in this episode:DKNGHoodzpahConnect with Katie & Ilana from GoodtypeGoodtype WebsiteGoodtype on InstagramGoodtype on YoutubeWe wrote a book! Grab a copy and sign up to access the audiobook when we release it!Love The Typecast and free stuff? Leave a review, and send a screenshot of it to us on Slack. Each month we pick a random reviewer to win a Goodtype Goodie! Goodies include merch, courses and Kernference tickets!Leave us a review on Apple PodcastsSubscribe to the showTag us on Instagram @GoodtypeFollow us on Tiktok @lovegoodtypeLearn from Katie and IlanaGrab your tea, coffee, or drink of choice, kick back, and let's get down to business!