The Creative Download

Send us Fan MailJoin us this episode as we continue to discuss obstacles in art. Today we have a special guest, Brita Ferm.Brita is the author of the book Secret Families Problem Families, the host of two podcasts, The Loving Parent Podcast, & The No More Elections Podcast. She is an accomplished pianist, an amazing painter, a wife, mom, mother-in-law, grandma (known as Grams), and Christy’s mentor & friend. In previous iterations of her professional life, she worked as: a telephone operator, a big box store manager, a corporate billing clerk, a non-profit grant writer, and an artist. She went to college in her late 30’s, earning a BS in Health Science and an MA in Education. She co-founded Happy Child, Inc. and served as its Executive Director and Principal Investigator. Happy Child provided substance abuse prevention education to children and parenting/reparenting classes for adults, while researching self-esteem in the families before and after the classes, all of which was funded by the US Department of Health and Human Services. She played in the 1988 Super Bowl halftime show as one of the pianists.Mentions:Romero Britto, artist and painter - https://britto.com Super Bowl Halftime Show, January 1988: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wqrksVDVO6w&list=RDwqrksVDVO6w&start_radio=1rjkenna.com → writing classBrita’s Links:https://www.instagram.com/oceanbeachart/https://lovingparentpodcast.com/https://www.absolutearts.com/portfolios/o/oceanbeachart/aboutartistbritaferm.htmlChelsea Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/5pC0sv2owewxT0u7moL7Pe?si=6A6QAveCQUq-yf9GNkIbfQChristy Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/2FBHoxFWv0iDmfVMAQl4h6?si=ZkO6rhamRWaqHv7JmPZI6Athecreativedownloadpodcast.comSupport the showInstagramYouTube

Send us Fan MailAs artists, we face a lot more obstacles than people may realize. And sometimes it can make us feel very lonely or like giving up. So join us as we dive into this topic. Spotify:Christy BruneauChelsea NettletonSupport the showInstagramYouTube

Send us Fan MailJoin us as we chat with Robin Duffy-Wirth about identity and how it relates to you as an artist.Robin Duffy-Wirth's websiteSpotify:Christy BruneauChelsea NettletonSocial Media:InstagramYouTubeSupport the showInstagramYouTube

Send us Fan MailWelcome to the Creative Download!Today we are talking about the importance of what art does. We'll be looking at Brian Eno's book of the same title. Referenced in the episode:What Art Does - Brian EnoAtlas Of The Heart - Brene BrownA Beautiful Day In the Neighborhood (movie)Spotify:Christy BruneauChelsea NettletonSupport the showInstagramYouTube

Send us Fan MailJoin Christy and Chelsea as they interview and chat with Dave Hill, Jr., musician, singer/songwriter, and author of the book Doubt Riding Shotgun. Dave has an illustrious career in the music world, and is truly a creative to his core.Dave’s book, Doubt Riding Shotgun book on Amazon and on his website, davehilljr.com. You can find him on Social media: IG: davehilljrmusicLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/davehilljr/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/davehilljrDoubt Riding Shotgun book on AmazonYou can also find him on YouTube at: https://www.youtube.com/@DaveHillJrSpotify Music for Chelsea and Christy:Christy BruneauChelsea NettletonSupport the showInstagramYouTube

Send us Fan MailChristy and Chelsea talk about their adventures at the Production Music Conference in LA, walking through self-doubt and imposter syndrome, meeting other amazing production music folks, and taking next steps on their TV series.Resources Used/Mentioned:Websites:Songwriting for Guitar/Mike MeiersJudy StakeeElite Music Coaching Production Music AssociationBooks/Authors:Big Magic by Elizabeth Gilbert; Elizabeth Gilbert WebsiteThe Wart of Art by Steven Pressfield; Steven Pressfield WebsiteThe Artists’ Way, Julia CameronDoubt Riding Shotgun, Dave Hill Jr.; Dave Hill, Jr. WebsiteOther:Smartless Podcast Episode with Elton John and Brandi CarlisleSpotify:Christy BruneauChelsea NettletonSupport the showInstagramYouTube

Send us Fan MailIn this episode we are recapping our season 1. We focus a lot in this episode too on saying "yes" to your creative ideas and passions and paths, as well as that it's never too late to pursue your art!Resources Used/Mentioned:Websites:Songwriting for Guitar/Mike MeiersJudy StakeeBooks/Authors:Big Magic by Elizabeth Gilbert; Elizabeth Gilbert WebsiteThe Wart of Art by Steven Pressfield; Steven Pressfield WebsiteFind Your Unicorn Space by Eve Rodsky; Eve Rodsky WebsiteThe Artists’ Way, Julia CameronThe Collaborative Habit, Twyla TharpSpotify:Christy BruneauChelsea NettletonSocial Media:InstagramFacebookYouTubeMentions:Songwriting for Guitar/Mike MeiersJudy StakeeBooks/Authors:Find Your Unicorn Space by Eve Rodsky; Eve Rodsky WebsiteThe Artists’ Way, Julia CameronBig Magic, Elizabeth GilbertSupport the showInstagramYouTube

Send us Fan MailIn this episode, we have our amazing guest, George Slavik, back with us to chat more about collaboration - what is it, why it's important, and how to get started. Guest: George Slavik:YouTube.com/@aoristsoundshttps://songworking.substack.com/p/a-songstory-i-want-to-knowhttps://www.instagram.com/aoristsounds/Mentions:Songwriting for Guitar/Mike MeiersJudy StakeeBooks/Authors:Find Your Unicorn Space by Eve Rodsky; Eve Rodsky WebsiteThe Artists’ Way, Julia CameronSpotify:Christy BruneauChelsea NettletonSocial Media:InstagramFacebookYouTubeSupport the showInstagramYouTube

Send us Fan MailIn today's episode we have our first guest, George Slavik, fellow musician, and music producer. We talk with him about collaboration and co-writing, among other things. Join us as we dive into collaboration!Guest: George Slavik:YouTube.com/@aoristsoundshttps://songworking.substack.com/p/a-songstory-i-want-to-knowhttps://www.instagram.com/aoristsounds/Mentions:Songwriting for Guitar/Mike MeiersJudy StakeeBooks/Authors:Find Your Unicorn Space by Eve Rodsky; Eve Rodsky WebsiteThe Artists’ Way, Julia CameronSpotify:Christy BruneauChelsea NettletonSocial Media:InstagramFacebookYouTubeInstagram: @thecreativedownloadpodcastFacebook: @thecreativedownloadpodcastYouTube: @thecreativedownloadpodcastSupport the showInstagramYouTube

Send us Fan MailIn today's episode we continue our discussion on Curiosity, and how to apply it to your art and your life.Resources Used/Mentioned:Websites:Songwriting for Guitar/Mike MeiersJudy StakeeBooks/Authors:Big Magic by Elizabeth Gilbert; Elizabeth Gilbert WebsiteThe Wart of Art by Steven Pressfield; Steven Pressfield WebsiteFind Your Unicorn Space by Eve Rodsky; Eve Rodsky WebsiteSpotify:Christy BruneauChelsea NettletonSocial Media:InstagramFacebookYouTubeSupport the showInstagramYouTube

Send us Fan MailIn today's episode, we delve into the fascinating topic of curiosity and how to apply it to your art and life.Resources/Sources Used:Books Mentioned:Big Magic by Elizabeth Gilbert; Elizabeth Gilbert WebsiteThe Wart of Art by Steven Pressfield; Steven Pressfield WebsiteFind Your Unicorn Space by Eve Rodsky; Eve Rodsky WebsiteSpotify links:Christy: https://open.spotify.com/artist/2FBHo...Chelsea: https://open.spotify.com/artist/5pC0s...Follow us on:FacebookInstagramYouTubeSupport the showSupport the showInstagramYouTube

Send us Fan MailHey everyone! In this episode we're chatting through part 3 of Steven Pressfield's The War of Art. One of the biggest things in this episode that we're talking about is looking at your art as something that should be shared, not kept to yourself (most of the time). So when you KNOW it's time to share, you KNOW, and you need to listen to that.Books Mentioned:Big Magic by Elizabeth GilbertThe War of Art by Steven PressfieldSpotify links:Christy: https://open.spotify.com/artist/2FBHo...Chelsea: https://open.spotify.com/artist/5pC0s...Follow us on:Instagram:Support the showFacebookInstagramYouTubeSupport the showInstagramYouTube

Send us Fan MailThe Creative Download Podcast Episode 7 Part 2Welcome to part 2 of the mindset episode. We continue our talk on being who YOU ARE, living in your values, living your day with intention, breaking down moments of our past, continuing to clear our channel, and so much more…Referenced in this episode:https://brenebrown.com/resources/dare...https://lovingparentpodcast.com/Books Mentioned: Big Magic by Elizabeth GilbertAwakened Awareness by Dr. Lisa Miller The War of Art by Steven PressfieldBe Your Future Self Now by Dr. Benjamin HardyA Man’s Search For Meaning by Viktor FranklDay By Elie WieselNight By Elie WieselChicago “Hard To Say I’m Sorry”PMC-Production Music Conference https://pmamusic.com/pmc-2025-save-th...Tom Ferry Coaching https://www.tomferry.com/Spotify links:Christy: https://open.spotify.com/artist/2FBHo...Chelsea: https://open.spotify.com/artist/5pC0s...Follow us on:Instagram: Support the showInstagramYouTube

Send us Fan MailIn this episode, we begin to scratch the surface of the all-important Mindset - again, drawing from the book by Steven Pressfield, The War of Art, we talk about the amateur versus the professional mindset, and how that plays into our/your artistic passions and pursuits. Referenced in this episode:Big Magic, by Elizabeth GilbertThe War of Art, by Steven PressfieldMusic by Unlove from the TV show, Killing Eve Song by Gary Jules, titled "Falling Awake"Chelsea Nettleton SpotifyChristy Brunea SpotifySupport the showInstagramYouTube

Send us Fan MailWelcome back to our chat on Resistance! In this episode we continue our conversation about what Resistance is, and begin to take a look at how to combat it. But we'll get into that more in our next episode, so stay tuned for that.Follow us on:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecreativedownloadpodcast/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thecreativedownloadpodcastYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheCreativeDownloadPodcastLinks for the notes on episode 5:Songtown Podcast: https://songtown.com/on-songwriting/podcast Songtown website: https://songtown.comSongwriting for Guitar: https://www.songwritingforguitar.com/ The War of Art book (Thriftbooks): https://www.thriftbooks.com/w/the-war-of-art-break-through-the-blocks-and-win-your-inner-creative-battles_steven-pressfield/247932/?resultid=51ed8c54-74b3-4829-b2cf-d9fc53a96ffc#edition=6601327&idiq=4053732Heather Evans (singer/songwriter): https://www.heatherevansmusic.com/ Songwriting consultant and Creative Extraordinaire: https://www.judystakee.com/ And just in case you want them again, here are our Spotify links:Christy: https://open.spotify.com/artist/2FBHoxFWv0iDmfVMAQl4h6?si=dALiXEK9TTysOFq6VrYjpQChelsea: https://open.spotify.com/artist/5pC0sv2owewxT0u7moL7Pe?si=JLB43PSJRAesYa3O8bvBOwSupport the showInstagramYouTube

Send us Fan MailIn this episode we begin our discussion on Resistance, with a capital R! Resistance is what stops us from pursuing our passions, and anything else good in life. But we can fight back! Join us as we begin part 1 of our discussion on this enemy of all!Support the showInstagramYouTube

Send us Fan MailHere are the links to the different things we mention in this episode, as well as other info mentioned:Song: Still Your Only One, by Chelsea Nettleton & Circle of 3rds Chelsea Nettleton Music WebsiteChristy Bruneau Spotify Chelsea Nettleton SpotifySongwriting For Guitar/Mike MeiersThe Artists' Way, by Julia CameronBig Magic, by Elizabeth GilbertSupport the showInstagramYouTube

Send us Fan MailThis week's episode is about learning what it means to clear the channel, to let yourself be open to the creativity that wants to fill you and flow through you, as well as what to do with those creative downloads that start coming. Here are the links to the different things we mention in this episode, as well as other info mentioned:Song: Still Your Only One, by Chelsea Nettleton & Circle of 3rds Chelsea Nettleton Music WebsiteChristy Bruneau Spotify Circle of 3rdsThe Judy Stakee CompanySongwriting For Guitar/Mike MeiersThe Artists' Way, by Julia CameronBig Magic, by Elizabeth GilbertYouTube videos Chelsea referenced regarding Logic Pro:Drum Machine in Logic, free tool11 Essential Logic Pro TipsLogic Pro TipsSupport the showInstagramYouTube

Send us Fan MailThis is the pilot episode for The Creative Download. In this episode, take a little time to get to know your hosts, Chelsea Nettleton and Christy Bruneau, as well as find out more about what to expect with this creativity-inspiring podcast. Here are the links to the different things we mention in this episode, as well as other info mentioned:Song: Still Your Only OneChelsea Nettleton Music WebsiteChristy Bruneau Spotify Circle of 3rdsThe Judy Stakee CompanySongwriting For Guitar/Mike MeiersThe Artists' Way, by Julia CameronBig Magic, by Elizabeth GilbertSupport the showInstagramYouTube