Making your first song is bold. Watching it go viral and rack up millions of streams? That’s life-changing. In this episode, Zack sits down with singer-songwriter Story Slaughter to talk about her creative leap into music during the pandemic, the journey behind her hit single “Ranch Water,” and how embracing the unknown shaped her artistic path.

Story shares her insights on creating without expectations, balancing vulnerability with privacy in her songwriting, and how performing live helped her step into her boldest self.

Whether you’re chasing a dream or navigating the messy middle of your creative journey, this conversation will inspire you to take risks, trust your gut, and put your work out into the world.

Check out Story’s new music video:

Good Wife: https://youtu.be/s-QIvkQmkow?si=Ohj7R6AOiym5G4dp

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Episode Credits:

Host: Zack Evans

Producer: Isaac K. Lee (isaacklee.com)

Video: Brian Hartley (happymediumfilms.com)

Theme Song: “Where the Sun Shines” by Keen

Recorded at Hudson Loft (hudsonloft.com)

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Making a movie is hard. Making a movie with a skeleton crew, a tiny budget, and a mountain of creative ambition? That’s a whole different art form. In this episode, Zack sits down with filmmaker Steven Kanter to unpack the journey behind his latest feature film "Peak Season"—created with a team of less than six people.

Steven shares how his scrappy approach to filmmaking led to a SXSW premiere and a theatrical release, offering insights into what it really takes to bring a creative vision to life against the odds. From finding collaborators you trust with your life to embracing the imperfections that make indie filmmaking magical.

Whether you’re dreaming of your own indie film or just curious about the behind-the-scenes grind, this conversation will leave you inspired to grab your camera and start creating.

Check out Steven's films:

Peak Season: https://shorturl.at/qdWHT

The End of Us: https://shorturl.at/P9cQW

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Episode Credits:

Host: Zack Evans

Producer: Isaac K. Lee (isaacklee.com)

Video: Brian Hartley (happymediumfilms.com)

Theme Song: “Where the Sun Shines” by Keen

Recorded at Hudson Loft (hudsonloft.com)

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Feedback is a double-edged sword—it can help you grow or leave you questioning your path entirely. In this episode, Zack and Morgan Evans unpack the art (and pain) of giving and receiving creative feedback. From Zack’s middle school band story and his BuzzFeed days to Morgan’s unforgettable lesson about “voices” in a professional setting, this episode is packed with raw honesty, humor, and lessons learned the hard way.

You’ll hear practical strategies for navigating tough criticism, hilarious stories about career-changing feedback, and inspiring insights into turning even the harshest critiques into creative breakthroughs. Whether you’re trying to overcome self-doubt, improve your craft, or build trust in a team environment, this conversation will leave you feeling empowered to grow through the process.

Follow Us & Stay Inspired:

Instagram: @create.repeat.pod & @create.repeat

Watch full video episodes: YouTube.com/@create.repeat

Sign up for our weekly newsletter: https://createrepeat.substack.com/

Episode Credits:

Hosts: Zack Evans & Morgan Evans

Producer: Isaac K. Lee (isaacklee.com)

Video: Brian Hartley (happymediumfilms.com)

Theme Song: “Where the Sun Shines” by Keen

Recorded at Hudson Loft (hudsonloft.com)

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.