02 September 2026
571 - How to Escape Creative Paralysis According to Studies, Science and Real Life Stories with David Epstein
Creative Pep Talk
About
Too many options got you stuck?
Are your ideas not connecting?
Do you need a prompt to kickstart your energy and action?
This episode is for you!
This is a chat with #1 New York Times Bestselling author David Epstein about his phenomenal new book “Inside the Box” - absolutely loved this book. One of my all time favorite books on creativity and this conversation matched the experience!
SHOW NOTES:
David Epstein https://davidepstein.com
Inside the Box https://davidepstein.com/inside-the-box/
Producer / Editor: Sophie Miller http://sophiemiller.coAudio Editing / Sound Design: Conner Jones http://pendingbeautiful.coSoundtrack / Theme Song: Yoni Wolf / WHY? http://whywithaquestionmark.comSpotify Playlist of WHY? Songs Used on This Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4ZIE7PHG5I1Ddg1BuVGRzj?si=4x_BzDZjQgqSpoaLXdVACg&pi=h4HsIKG0SP6Kg
SPONSORS:SQUARESPACEHead to https://www.squarespace.com/PEPTALK to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code PEPTALK
RULARula patients typically pay $15 per session when using insurance. Connect with quality therapists and mental
health experts who specialize in you at https://www.rula.com/peptalk #rulapod
Are your ideas not connecting?
Do you need a prompt to kickstart your energy and action?
This episode is for you!
This is a chat with #1 New York Times Bestselling author David Epstein about his phenomenal new book “Inside the Box” - absolutely loved this book. One of my all time favorite books on creativity and this conversation matched the experience!
SHOW NOTES:
David Epstein https://davidepstein.com
Inside the Box https://davidepstein.com/inside-the-box/
Producer / Editor: Sophie Miller http://sophiemiller.coAudio Editing / Sound Design: Conner Jones http://pendingbeautiful.coSoundtrack / Theme Song: Yoni Wolf / WHY? http://whywithaquestionmark.comSpotify Playlist of WHY? Songs Used on This Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4ZIE7PHG5I1Ddg1BuVGRzj?si=4x_BzDZjQgqSpoaLXdVACg&pi=h4HsIKG0SP6Kg
SPONSORS:SQUARESPACEHead to https://www.squarespace.com/PEPTALK to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code PEPTALK
RULARula patients typically pay $15 per session when using insurance. Connect with quality therapists and mental
health experts who specialize in you at https://www.rula.com/peptalk #rulapod