Creativity Is Connection with poet IN-Q

Team Simon here! As we take a short hiatus, A Bit of Optimism will return with brand-new episodes on March 24, 2026. Until then, we’re revisiting some of the conversations you loved and we still think about long after the microphones turned off. This week, we’re rewinding to Simo ...  Show more

Scott Galloway and I don’t always see the world the same way, but our friendly debates almost always lead us back to common ground. It’s probably why we enjoy talking to each other as much as we do. If you haven’t heard my friend Scott’s name before, he’s known for being brillian ...  Show more

Roses are red, violets are blue, has poetry ever been intimidating for you? For many people, this art form can feel unapproachable, but poet and educator Sarah Kay, suggests that people who don’t like poetry just maybe haven’t found a poem that really speaks to them. Sarah propos ...  Show more

Dana Gioia is a poet, former Chairman of the NEA, and one of America's most insightful writers on the craft of poetry and prose. This is the deepest conversation I've ever had about writing. Dana breaks down the writing process from his first drafts to revision, and shares practi ...  Show more

What does it take to speak in a way that captivates, inspires, and truly connects? Adam Roa, a magnetic stage poet whose words seem to reach straight into your soul, shares how he turned vulnerability into his superpower. He talks about his journey from feeling emotionally shut d ...  Show more

In this episode of the GaryVee Audio Experience, I am joined by Randall Kaplan. We dive deep into the age-old debate: Are entrepreneurs born with a natural talent, or is it a skill anyone can develop? We explore fascinating stories of childhood entrepreneurial ventures—like se ...