Waste Time Wisely - Curating Curiosity Snacks for Better Distractions

Grab my new eBook, Necessarily Creative: https://shop.scottmclemore.comEver feel guilty about falling down a rabbit hole of distractions? In this episode of Keep the Flow, I flip the script on curiosity and show how the right kind of "curiosity snacks" can fuel your creativity instead of draining your time. Inspired by Anne-Laure Le Cunff’s take on mindful exploration, I dive into how creative professionals—especially those who are neurodivergent—can balance focus and discovery. From tweaking your digital environment to hacking YouTube’s algorithm, I share practical ways to turn distractions into creative fuel. Because sometimes, wasting time the right way is the most productive thing you can do.Also mentioned in this episode: Simon Sinek, Jacob Collier, Andy J. Pizza and Chris Piascik_____________Keep the Flow is a weekly podcast hosted by Scott McLemore that looks under the hood of the creative process to keep our creative engines humming.I also have a free newsletter called The Interval which is a weekly run-down of inspiration and updates.Join here: https://subscribe.scottmclemore.comIf you'd like to get early access to podcast episodes as well as bonus material (like a free download of my eBook)...become one of my Patreon peeps: https://patreon.com/scottmclemore😎 ABOUT ME:Hi. I'm Scott McLemore, a drummer and composer living way up north in Iceland. In addition to my career in music, I've been involved in creative pursuits such as working in graphic design and writing about creativity.https://scottmclemore.comYou can listen to my music here: https://scottmclemore.bandcamp.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Grab my new eBook, Necessarily Creative: https://shop.scottmclemore.comIn this episode, I explore how creative people can boost both productivity and happiness by embracing Ali Abdaal’s book Feel Good Productivity. We break down the three energizers—Play, Power, and People—and see how they can help us work smarter, enjoy the process, and stay connected. I also share my own approach to gamifying tasks I usually avoid (like booking gigs) and why confidence, agency, and collaboration are essential for any creative. If you’ve ever struggled with creative burnout or self-doubt, this episode offers practical ways to shift your mindset and keep the flow going.–––––––––––––––––––Keep the Flow is a weekly podcast hosted by Scott McLemore that looks under the hood of the creative process to keep our creative engines humming.I also have a free newsletter called The Interval which is a weekly run-down of inspiration and updates.Join here: https://subscribe.scottmclemore.comIf you'd like to get early access to podcast episodes as well as bonus material (like a free download of my eBook)...become one of my Patreon peeps: https://patreon.com/scottmclemore😎 ABOUT ME:Hi. I'm Scott McLemore, a drummer and composer living way up north in Iceland. In addition to my career in music, I've been involved in creative pursuits such as working in graphic design and writing about creativity.You can listen to my music here: https://scottmclemore.bandcamp.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What a thrill to be able to chat with the incredible illustrator Chris Piascik on the latest episode of Keep the Flow! We get into his background in graphic design, the importance of creating what you like and being intentional with your work.YouTube: https://youtu.be/nIu6sYOPOZAKeep the Flow is a weekly podcast hosted by Scott McLemore that looks under the hood of the creative process to keep our creative engines humming.You might like my newsletter called The Interval which is a weekly run-down of inspiration and updates.Join here: https://subscribe.scottmclemore.comIf you'd like to get early access to podcast episodes as well as bonus material (like a free download of my eBook)...become one of my Patreon peeps: https://patreon.com/scottmclemore😎 ABOUT ME:Hi. I'm Scott McLemore, a drummer and composer living way up north in Iceland. I make Keep the Flow every week that look under the hood of the creative process to keep our creative engines humming.You can listen to my music here: https://scottmclemore.bandcamp.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Grab my new eBook, Necessarily Creative: https://book.scottmclemore.comHow to Work Your Inspiration Muscle...- and stop taking things for grantedAs we get older, things that used to blow our minds become... unremarkable.But can we take steps to exercise our inspiration muscle and learn to notice more?I'm so glad you asked!That's exactly what I get into in this episode with 3 ways to stop taking things for granted and tune into the world again._____________________Keep the Flow is a weekly podcast hosted by Scott McLemore that looks under the hood of the creative process to keep our creative engines humming.You might like my newsletter called The Interval which is a weekly run-down of inspiration and updates.Join here: https://subscribe.scottmclemore.comIf you'd like to get early access to podcast episodes as well as bonus material (like a free download of my eBook)...become one of my Patreon peeps: https://patreon.com/scottmclemore😎 ABOUT ME:Hi. I'm Scott McLemore, a drummer and composer living way up north in Iceland. I make Keep the Flow every week that look under the hood of the creative process to keep our creative engines humming.You can listen to my music here: https://scottmclemore.bandcamp.com#creativecareer #creativity #productivity Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Grab my new eBook, Necessarily Creative: https://book.scottmclemore.comStop Asking the Wrong QuestionsIn this episode of "Keep the Flow," I dive into the common struggle many creatives face: the tendency to ask ourselves the wrong questions. If you've ever found yourself trapped in a cycle of self-doubt and negativity, you're not alone – I've been there too. As a musician and creative professional, I understand how easy it is to fixate on perceived shortcomings, but I've learned that true growth comes from shifting our focus to the work itself. Instead of questioning why we're not better, we should be asking what we can create next or how we can approach our challenges differently.Keep the Flow is a weekly podcast hosted by Scott McLemore that looks under the hood of the creative process to keep our creative engines humming.You might like my newsletter called The Interval which is a weekly run-down of inspiration and updates.Join here: https://subscribe.scottmclemore.comIf you'd like to get early access to podcast episodes as well as bonus material (like a free download of my eBook)...become one of my Patreon peeps: https://patreon.com/scottmclemore😎 ABOUT ME:Hi. I'm Scott McLemore, a drummer and composer living way up north in Iceland. I make Keep the Flow every week that look under the hood of the creative process to keep our creative engines humming.You can listen to my music here: https://scottmclemore.bandcamp.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Grab my new eBook, Necessarily Creative: https://book.scottmclemore.comWhy You Need to Make Your Story Part of Your Creative WorkWhen we tell our own story it has multiple benefits. It allows people to connect with our work. It gives us an opportunity to communicate facets of ourself that can be therapeutic and provides us with a vehicle to understand ourselves. Keep the Flow is a weekly podcast hosted by Scott McLemore that looks under the hood of the creative process to keep our creative engines humming.You might like my newsletter called The Interval which is a weekly run-down of inspiration and updates.Join here: https://subscribe.scottmclemore.comIf you'd like to get early access to podcast episodes as well as bonus material (like a free download of my eBook)...become one of my Patreon peeps: https://patreon.com/scottmclemore😎 ABOUT ME:Hi. I'm Scott McLemore, a drummer and composer living way up north in Iceland. I make Keep the Flow every week that look under the hood of the creative process to keep our creative engines humming.You can listen to my music here: https://scottmclemore.bandcamp.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Grab my new eBook, Necessarily Creative: https://book.scottmclemore.comSometimes we can forget that the work we do is important. We can also get so fixated on our original ideas that we try to force things to conform to that vision instead of allowing outside forces to naturally shape the work, whether that’s through unforeseen circumstances or our collaborators. This week on Keep the Flow, I reflect on an interview I heard with actor Gary Oldman. He talked about working with director Christofer Nolan and how the brevity he used in his minimalist direction inspired great performances. Keep the Flow is a weekly podcast hosted by Scott McLemore that looks under the hood of the creative process to keep our creative engines humming.You might like my newsletter called The Interval which is a weekly run-down of inspiration and updates.Join here: https://subscribe.scottmclemore.comIf you'd like to get early access to podcast episodes as well as bonus material (like a free download of my eBook)...become one of my Patreon peeps: https://patreon.com/scottmclemore😎 ABOUT ME:Hi. I'm Scott McLemore, a drummer and composer living way up north in Iceland. I make Keep the Flow every week that look under the hood of the creative process to keep our creative engines humming.You can listen to my music here: https://scottmclemore.bandcamp.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Grab my new eBook Necessarily Creative: https://book.scottmclemore.comCreatives can access their heart drive for deeper work. Another way to think of our subconscious is a more easily accessible “heart drive” which stores the feelings and memories that inform our ideas. Creative people access the heart drive all the time, but usually without realizing it. A more intentional approach using these 5 tips can strengthen the connection to our heart drive and lead to deeper work. Keep the Flow is a weekly podcast hosted by Scott McLemore that looks under the hood of the creative process to keep our creative engines humming.You might like my newsletter called The Interval which is a weekly run-down of inspiration and updates.Join here: https://subscribe.scottmclemore.comIf you'd like to get early access to podcast episodes as well as bonus material (like a free download of my eBook)...become one of my Patreon peeps: https://patreon.com/scottmclemore😎 ABOUT ME:Hi. I'm Scott McLemore, a drummer and composer living way up north in Iceland. I make Keep the Flow every week that look under the hood of the creative process to keep our creative engines humming.You can listen to my music here: https://scottmclemore.bandcamp.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As creatives, freedom is essential—but without discipline, freedom can lead to aimlessness. In this episode, I break down 5 ways to be your own boss and integrate structure into your creative pursuits without losing joy.When you master discipline, your creative career becomes an unstoppable force. 🚀Get your copy of Necessarily Creative - A Blueprint for a Creative Life: https://book.scottmclemore.comYou might also like my newsletter called The Interval which is a weekly run-down of inspiration and updates.Join here: https://subscribe.scottmclemore.comIf you'd like to get early access to podcast episodes as well as bonus material (like a free download of my eBook)...become one of my Patreon peeps: https://patreon.com/scottmclemore😎 ABOUT ME:Hi. I'm Scott McLemore, a drummer and composer living way up north in Iceland. I make Keep the Flow every week that look under the hood of the creative process to keep our creative engines humming.You can listen to my music here: https://scottmclemore.bandcamp.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Yes, it's a bit of an announcement. In this episode I unveil my first eBook, Necessarily Creative - A Blueprint for a Creative Life.https://book.scottmclemore.comThe episode gets into some of the same subject matter but it's more inspired by the book and not really a summary or presentation of the material. Thanks to Med Badr Chemmaoui for the awesome picture in the episode art.You might like my newsletter called The Interval which is a weekly run-down of inspiration and updates. Join here: https://subscribe.scottmclemore.comIf you'd like to get early access to podcast episodes as well as bonus material (like a free download of my eBook)...become one of my Patreon peeps: https://patreon.com/scottmclemore Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.