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The Creative Hustle With Anika Goyal — 234 episodes
Mother's Day Special: My Mom Came on the Podcast and Said Things I Wasn't Ready For
You had them at hello: The science of charisma in the media industry
World's Leading Human Design expert Erin Claire Jones on the secrets to playing big and scaling your life
19-year old Dating App Founder Saul Brauns on rewriting the rules of modern romance
Creepshow writer Melanie Dale on pivoting into fiction
Gen Z Is Winning at Branding (Here’s What Big Companies Are Learning)
This Is the Season 3 Pilot. I'm 18 Today. Here's everything I learned!
Anika Bhasin, Founder of Bridge to Equity on The Truth Behind “Making a Difference”
The Peter Principle: Why Success Will Make You Look Dumb (Part 5 of 5)
Saying Yes When You Want to Say No: The Abilene Paradox (Part 4 of 5)
The Things That Actually Last: The Lindy Effect (Part 3 of 5)
Feeling Ahead or Behind: The Benjamin Button Effect (Part 2 of 5)
Tall Poppy Syndrome: Why Growth Makes People Uncomfortable (Part 1 of 5)
What This Movie Taught Me About Love, Creativity, and Being Human
Stop the Soul-Sucking Jobs: How Creative People Survive (With the Right Friends)
What It Actually Takes to Become an Animator (ft. Kevin Maier)
The Friendship Breakup That Rewired My Brain Chemistry
YA Romance Author Amanda Sellet on Writing Mystery, Performing Identity, and Emotional Truth
Risk It All: How Curiosity Makes You a Better Creator + I SPILL SOME TEA!!
Podcaster Tori Peyton on Letting Go, Growth & the Dreams That Choose Us
Nobody picked me till I picked me (Storytime Edition)
When Romance Crosses the Line with Debut YA Romance Author Emily Charlotte
The Art of Falling for Fictional People (with @Landry_Reads)
Staring Too Long and Accidentally Making Art
Senior Vedant Tiwari on Creative Power, Business, and Building What Lasts
In Conversation w/ Senior Riyan Parekh: Living Philosophy before life gets too loud
Feeling Too Much in Fabric: Colin Wilkes on Costuming People We Meet on Vacation
Tony Award-winning writer Greg Kotis on Urinetown: The Musical, Satire, Storytelling & Finding Your Creative Soulmate
More Than a Genre: Singer-Songwriter Georgia Parker Talks Art, Duality & Her New Album
Enemies to Lovers to “I Made It”: YA Author Andy Darcy Theo on Romantasy Tropes & Writing Dreams
"Hot Rodent Men, First Loves, YA Romance w/author Sujin Witherspoon
Dissecting the Fear of Wanting too Much
The Biggest Lessons I Learned as a Creator in 2025
I Used to Chase Fame. Here’s Why I Stopped.
What Does “Sanskarí” Really Mean? Love, Media & Representation with Author Ananya Devarajan
I’m Calling BS on the Creative Industry (Hot Takes You’re Not Ready For)
Inside Nicole Han’s Creative Universe: Emotion, Identity & Lyricism
Nepo Baby vs. Self-Made: What Really Shapes a Creative Career
The Great Podcast Takeover: Netflix is Coming for Us All!!!
You can't 6-7- your way through life! Do the work too!!
The Art of Becoming: A Conversation with EPIC’s Penelope; Anna Lea
Netflix XO Kitty Actress Audrey Huynh on Storytelling and more!
Everyone Wants to Blow Up… Until They Do
The Era of Main Character Syndrome (and Why It’s Kinda Toxic)
Through the Lens of Summer: A Conversation with Tarin Anderson, Cinematographer of The Summer I Turned Pretty
Vulnerability, Truth, and the Power of Conversations (special anecdote reveal ♡ )
The Networking Secret Every Creative Gets Wrong
Editing, Hustling, and Storytelling w/ YA author Katie Zhao
Cheers to 5 Years! Answering 60+ Fun & Real Questions about my Podcast Journey and Beyond 🎉✨
Lauren Zinser: Creator of Blondiepop on the Art of being Real and more
Playing to Play not to Win (And why that's Genius...)!!
The Courage to Grow: Ten Permissions for a Greater You w/ Author Jillian Reilly
Repeat the Fit, Not the Fake: Nonchalant Fashion Talk with Achi Uppari
Not Just Luck: The Strategy, Soul, and Struggle Behind My Show
Crochet and Company: Co-founders of Crocharm Anvita Manchiraju and Elina Bui on Success, Purpose, and more!
Purdue Bound: Rising Freshman Daniel Lee on Self-Confidence, Community, and more!
UC Davis Bound: Rimli Mitra, Rising Freshman’s Guide to Visualization, Success, College Apps and more!
In Conversation w/ BIZZY (singer-songwriter) on her latest single 'I Really Like This Part' and more...
Behind Penny Pal w/ Co-Founder Sravya Namburu: Building Confidence & Community in High School and beyond!
Cal Poly SLO Bound: Nishita Mukherjee, Rising Freshman’s Guide to Crushing College Apps and more!
Galloping Toward Greatness: Rising Senior Ailey Weng's Talks Horse Riding and more...
Keys to Creativity: Pianist Carter Bryan on Music, Inspiration, and Composition
Melodies & Muse: Inside Felicity's Creative Journey
Get Down with Anna of Cleves: Krystal Hernandez on Storytelling, Strong Women, Pre-Show Rituals and more in Broadway's Six The Musical
Tuning the Strings of Time with Natalie Hodges, Harvard Alumni and 2022 National Book Award Honoree
Behind the Spotlight: Inside American Idol with Contestant Grayson Torrence
Cringe-core: Powered by Anxiety, Validated by Mr. M.M.
“Romanticize Your Creative Anxiety: Why God Gave You WiFi and Audacity”
WARNING: May Cause Existential Dread in STEM Professionals (Listen at Your Own Risk)
"I THOUGHT BURNOUT WAS CHARACTER DEVELOPMENT"
Celebrating Women's History Month with Silvia Young: CEO of FemTruth
Living Regardless: Empowering Your 20s with Skylar Sorkin - Navigating Life, Content Creation, and Finding Your Purpose
Breaking Through with Cecilia Castleman: A Journey Into Her Debut Album and Creative Process
Frankenstein Your Aesthetic: Stitching Together Vibes and Serving Authenticity
Songs, Secrets, and Stardust: A Deep Dive with Eliza Harrison Smith on Her New EP (1/31)
Unwrapping Creativity: How to Recharge and Create with Purpose This Holiday Season
Defying Destiny: Overcoming Self-Fulfilling Prophecies
Learning to break your victim mentality with Mafe Anzures, Host of the 'I Missed Me' podcast
Kisses, Codes, and Conspiracies: The World of Author Abigail Hing Wen
Unlocking the power of music with Chloé Caroline: Singer-Songwriter
CELEBRATING MY 4 YEAR PODCAST ANNIVERSARY: MOTHER-DAUGHTER CHAT
Learning to connect with Veera Hiranandani (Author of The Night Diary)
Learning to overcome self-doubt with Jamie Varon: Author of 'The Alchemy Within' and more
From Brat to Demure: Exploring Creative Expression in Contrasting Trends"
Learning to fake it till "you make it" and I did
Rebrand or Stay Stuck? My Journey Through Insecurity and Overthinking
Design & Develop: From Blank Slate to Brilliance
Behind the Mic: Navigating Rejection in the Quest for Success
In Conversation with Zuri Hamilton: 8-year old singer-songwriter sensation
The Media Maze: Navigating Cancel Culture & Mob Mentality in Business ft. Alexa Curtis
In Conversation with Corey Curtis: Musical Sensation and Contestant on The Voice S25
Decoding Life's Enigma with Margaret Peterson Haddix: AI, Dreams & the Power of Stories
Dismantling the Mirror: Beauty & Identity with Elise Hu (Author of Flawless)
Bringing History to Life: A Conversation with Historical Fiction Author Kimberly Brubaker
Cozy Chats & Creative Connections: Reconnecting with Your Inner Artist
Screw Your Haters, Embrace the Mess: The Power of Self-Love & Creative Chaos (Think Einstein with a Mohawk)
The Fellowship of the Frustrated: Finding Your Tribe When You Feel Like Gollum
In Conversation with Trailer Flowers: Up-and coming Country Music Duo
Season 2 Trailer
Building a strong creative community
Notes of Faith: A Chat with Iveth Luna on Music and Belief
Unleash Your Inner Rebel: Ditching People-Pleasing and Owning Your Creative Voice
In Conversation with Deke Sharon: Vocal Producer of Pitch Perfect and much more...
In Conversation with Sadie Fine: Singer-Songwriter of 'Class of 24' and more
In Conversation with Aimee Vant: Singer-Songwriter
Buckle Up for Faith, Music, and Truth: Paige King Johnson Tells All!
Embracing Radiance: A Journey into Self-Love
Celebrating 2024 + Resolutions !!
Talking about Teenagers with Experience
In Conversation with Marty Burlsworth: CEO+Founder of the Brandon Burlsworth Foundation
Tuning Out the Haters: Embracing Your Purpose
In Conversation with Patrick Davis: Country Singer-Songwriter
In Conversation with Sunitha Tati: Founder and CEO of Guru Films
In Conversation with Kelsie Watts: Contestant on The Voice Season 19
Navigating Feminism and Woman Empowerment with Morgan St. Jean: Singer-Songwriter
Redefining Success as a Transformative Journey
In Conversation With the Melodic Muse: Lisa Curtis's Songwriting Secrets Revealed
In Conversation with Gillian Smith: Nominee for Best Female Country Artist
Talking about AI Music, Haters, and more...
In Conversation with Julia Roome: Youngest Contestant on NBC's The Voice S24 on Team Niall
In Conversation with Bailey Spinn: From TikTok Creator to Punk-Rock Singer-Songwriter
In Conversation with Kenzie Cait: Singer-Songwriter of 'That Girl' and many more
In Conversation with Kristen Brown: Appeares on The Voice S24
In Conversation with Indi Star: Actress, Singer, and Former 2018 Kidz Bop Member
In Conversation with Lindsay Liebro: Singer-Songwriter of 'Wasted Potential' and many others
In Conversation with Tea Ivanovic: Co-founder of restaurant called Immigrant Foods (Washington DC)
In Conversation with Elijah Lee: 15 year old; Child Abuse Prevention Activist + Appeared on Marvel Hero Project
In Conversation with Kyleigh Leddy: Forbes 30 under 30 honoree of 2023 and author of an emotional memoir called 'The Perfect Other'
In Conversation with Faizan Mallik: My former dance teacher + professional dancer
In Conversation with Karsen Veazey: TikTok Sensation + Singer-Songwriter
In Conversation with Taylor Bickett: Singer-Songwriter of Quarter Life Crisis and many other songs
Celebrating my 3 Year Podcast Anniversary!!
In Conversation with Faith Zapata: Singer-Songwriter of Apollo and many other songs...
In Conversation with Rushil: Singer-Songwriter of 'Sanctuary' and many other songs...
In Conversation with Savanna Leigh: Singer-Songwriter of 'Locked in July' and many other songs...
Rebranding my podcast to 'The Creative Hustle with Anika Goyal' for Season 2
In Conversation with Saundia: Singer-Songwriter of 'Goddess Pose' and many other songs
In Conversation with Zana Zora: Singer-Songwriter of 'Dancing Slow' and many other songs
In Conversation with Saathya Achia: Debut YA Author of 'In my hands'
In Conversation with Marybeth Byrd: Singer-Songwriter and Contestant on The Voice S17 and American Idol S21
In Conversation with Anoosha Syed: Children's Book Illustrator
In Conversation with Wendy Moten: Runner-Up on The Voice Season 22 on Team Blake
In Conversation with Alexi Pappas: 2016 Greek Olympian, Actress, and Author
Episode 117: Back after a long break with some important updates
BIG ANNOUNCEMENT: Listen to episode to find out more
In Conversation with Lorelei Marcell: Singer-Songwriter of 'Flashbacks' and many more...
In Conversation with Karen S Chow: Middle Grade Author of 'Miracle'
In Conversation with Domenica Coka: Singer-Songwriter and Appeared on NBC 'The Voice'
In Conversation with Sophie Holohan: Singer-Songwriter for 'The Space Between Album' and much more
In Conversation with Elthia: Singer-Songwriter of the song 'Omen' and many other songs
In Conversation with Refe Tuma: Middle Grade Author of 'Frances and the Monster'
Episode 109: Writing a Fantasy Story/Novel
In Conversation with Jahkil Jackson: Teen Author, Speaker, and Philanthropist
In Conversation with Allan Woodrow: Children's book writer of 'Unschooled' and 29+ other books
In Conversation with Lindsay Fryc: Debut Middle Grade Author of 'Emma and the Queen of Featherstone'
Episode 105: Talking about Types of Stakes in a Story
In Conversation with Maya Prasad: Middle Grade Author of the Sejal Sinha Series and many other books...
Episode 103: Talking about Creative Muses
Episode 102: Talking about Creative Personalities
In Conversation with Sophia Fracassi: Singer-Songwriter of the Marathon album and many other songs...
Celebrating the 100th podcast episode!!
In Conversation with Erik Jon Slangerup: Middle Grade Author of 'Molly and the Machine'
Episode 98: Editing Process and Tips
In Conversation with Shawn Peters: Middle Grade Author of 'The Unforgettable Logan Foster' series
Episode 96: The Year 2023 Calls!
Episode 95: Talking about Literary Device Called 'Oxymoron' (SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT IN THE FIRST 3 MINS)
In Conversation with Anita Kharbanda: Debut YA Author of 'Lioness of Punjab'
In Conversation with Erin Dowd: Debut Middle Grade Author of 'ShipShape'
In Conversation with Toni Gallagher: Middle Grade Author and Executive Producer of 'The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills' and many other shows
Episode 91: Talking about Tragic Heroes
In Conversation with Caris Avendano Cruz: Debut Middle Grade Author of 'Marikit and the Ocean Of Stars'
In Conversation with George Jreije: Debut Middle Grade Author of 'Shad Hadid and the Alchemists of Alexandria'
Episode 88: Talking about Foil Characters
In Conversation with Taylor: A Young Writer Feature
In Conversation with Sylvia Liu: Middle Grade Author of 'Hana Hsu and the Ghost Crab Nation' and 3 other books
Episode 85: What's Purple Prose and How to Avoid It ?
Episode 84: Talking about how to find the perfect book
In Conversation with Christina Matula: Middle Grade Author of 'The Not So Uniform Life of Holly Mei'
In Conversation with Kristi Wientge: Middle Grade Author Karma Khullar's Mustache and 2 other middle grade books
In Conversation with Sonja Thomas: Debut Author of Middle grade novel 'Sir Fig Newton and the Science of Persistence'
Episode 80: Talking about Fantasy Tropes and how to break them
Episode 79: Mother's Day Special
In Conversation with Janae Marks: Middle Grade Author of 'A Soft Place to Land' and 1 other book
In Conversation with Adele Griffin: MG and YA Author of 30+ books
Episode 76: Tools required for Writing
In Conversation with Tracy Badua: Debut Middle Grade Author of 'Freddie vs The Family Curse'
In Conversation with Rajani LaRocca: Author of 'I'll go and come back' and 8 other children's books
Episode 73: Talking about my TBR List
In Conversation with Emily Butler: Middle Grade Author of 'Otto P. Nudd' and one other middle grade book
Episode 71: Talking about a Creative Journal called 'Every day is Epic' By Mary Kate McDevitt
In Conversation with Jenn Bishop: Author of 'Things you can't say' and four other children's books
In Conversation with Gillian McDunn: Author of 'Honestly Elliot' and three other middle grade books
In Conversation with Lisa Stringfellow: Author of 'A Comb of Wishes'
Episode 67: Destroying your Inner Critic
Episode 66: Talking about how to create music playlists for your writing projects
In Conversation with Gail D Villanueva: Author of Sugar and Spite
Episode 64: Talking about Writing Prompts
Episode 63: Talking about Flat and Round Characters
Episode 62: Talking about Amari and the Night Brothers
In Conversation with Jennifer Camiccia: Middle Grade Author of 'Memory Keeper'
Episode 60: Talking about Sentence Structures
In Conversation with Rose Vina Kathy: Author of 'Alicia Alonso Dances On' and 'Ice Breaker'
Episode 58: The Year 2022 Calls
Episode 57: How to use Google Calendars as a Writer ?
Christmas Special
Episode 55: Talking about Short Stories
Episode 54: Author Talk on Nicole Lesperance (MG and YA Author)
Quick Announcement
Episode 53: Being Productive While Writing
Episode 52: Talking about Describing Setting
Spooky Halloween Special
Episode 36 Making important announcements
Episode 34 Talking about Character Archetypes
In Conversation with Anna Meriano: Middle Grade Author of the Love Sugar Magic Series
Interview with the Pillars of My Life
Episode 29 Talking about Freytag Pyramid
Episode 28 Talking about Comp Titles, J.C. Cervantes, and much more
In Conversation with Payal Doshi: Debut Middle Grade Author of Rea and the Blood of Nectar
Episode 26 Talking about Query Letters, Kwame Mbalia, and much more
Valentine's Day Special
Episode 19 Talking about haikus, and reading a few of my own poems, and much more
Episode 18 Talking about Roald Dahl, and much more
Interview with Eva Sandor Illustrator and Author
Interview with Sonia Lozada Poet and Actor
Episode 14 Talking about Agatha Christie
Episode 12 Talking about my Writing Process
Episode 11 Halloween Special
Special 10th episode
Episode 8 Talking about Book Genres, Readers Notes, and much more
Episode 7 Talking about Protagonists, Reading Benefits and much more
Episode 6 Talking about the Book ' Secret Garden'
Episode 5 Talking about Different Antagonists
Bonus Episode
Episode 2 Reading Excerpts from books