Creators at Work: The Stories Behind What We Make

Creators at Work is a podcast about the real process behind creative work — the discipline, routines, struggles, and decisions that shape artists, writers, podcasters, filmmakers, and makers of all kinds.Each episode features grounded conversations with creators who take their work seriously, exploring how ideas turn into finished projects and what it takes to stay consistent when motivation fades. Rather than focusing on fame or growth tactics, the show centers on craft, identity, and the realities of creative work over time.Creators at Work is for listeners who care about the process, the practice, and the long road of making meaningful work.

Creators at Work: The Stories Behind What We Make is a arts podcast hosted by Donald Dunn, with 22 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Donald Dunn hosts Creators at Work: The Stories Behind What We Make, a arts show with 22 episodes published.

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  Episode #8

  From Crisis Communications to Award-Winning Thriller: John David on Writing The Bystander

  Mar 3, 202652 minS0

  <p>What does it take to pivot from crisis communications expert to award-winning thriller novelist?</p><p>In this episode of Creators at Work, Donald Dunn sits down with John David, author of the breakout thriller The Bystander, named one of the best thrillers of twenty twenty five. Inspired by real-world headlines and the psychology of fear, John shares how a mall shooting incident sparked the premise for his debut novel — and how he transformed that idea into a commercially successful mystery series.</p><p>They dive deep into:</p><p>• The real-life event that inspired The Bystander</p><p> • Writin...

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  The $660 Million Problem No One Fixed… Until Now | The Ultimate Coaster Story - Built from Scratch: Real Stories of Risk, Failure, and Reinvention

  Mar 3, 202633 minS0

  <p>What if a simple annoyance turned into a patented innovation?</p><p>On this episode of Built From Scratch, Donald Dunn sits down with inventor and engineer Bob LeBay, the creator of the only drink coaster engineered to truly prevent condensation spills.</p><p>After a coaster stuck to his Manhattan glass and ruined his silk tie, Bob decided to solve a problem most people just tolerate. What followed was a journey through engineering design, patent law, manufacturing challenges, and launching a family-run business that has already sold over fifty thousand units.</p><p>In this episode, we discuss:<...

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  Episode #7

  How Podcasting Helped Me Overcome Depression and Anxiety: Building Lethal Venom and Growing a Mental Health Platform

  Feb 24, 202636 minS0

  <p>How can podcasting become therapy for depression and anxiety?</p><p>In this episode of Creators at Work, host Donald Dunn sits down with Noah May — journalism graduate, mental health advocate, and host of the rapidly growing podcast Lethal Venom — to talk about building a podcast from scratch, overcoming depression and anxiety, and turning personal pain into purpose.</p><p>Noah opens up about growing up feeling isolated, battling long-term mental health struggles, and how starting a podcast became a powerful form of self-expression and emotional release. What began as a hobby quickly evolved into a paid opportunity and a gr...

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  Episode #6

  Why Accessibility Matters for Podcasters and Creators, And How It Increases Your Reach

  Feb 18, 202652 minS0

  <p>In this episode of Creators at Work, Donald Dunn sits down with Maxwell Ivey, known worldwide as The Blind Blogger, to discuss why accessibility matters for podcasters and creators — and how improving accessibility can directly grow your audience. Maxwell shares his journey from teaching himself HTML in two thousand seven just to get online, to becoming a respected accessibility expert, speaker, consultant, and advisory board member for PodMatch.</p><p>Maxwell explains how most creators unintentionally limit their reach by ignoring accessibility standards on their websites, podcasts, and digital platforms. From proper website structure and alt text to audio cl...

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  Writing Beyond the Veil: A Chat with Paranormal Author Vicki Ann - Authors After Action: Real Life Stories Behind the Books

  Feb 17, 202642 minS0

  <p>Vicki Ann, a talented young adult paranormal author, dives into the enchanting world of spiritualism and the paranormal in our latest chat. With a knack for crafting gripping tales—like her award-winning Alex McKenna series featuring a transgender teen with extraordinary gifts—Vicki shares her journey of navigating the complexities of writing in the genre. We’ll explore how her sensitivity to the supernatural shapes her stories and the unique challenges she faces in both the writing and publishing processes. From the nitty-gritty of editing to the exhilarating highs of seeing her books in print, Vicki's insights will inspire and en...

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