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I sit down with designers, founders, artists, authors, and culture-makersāand sometimes go soloāto pull practical insights from real careers, real pivots, and real behind-the-scenes moments.
Expect thoughtful takes on creativity and designing a life you love, with enough humor to keep it from feeling like homework. No perfection requiredājust smart conversations you can actually use.
Episode 24. From Bubbly to Business: What The Widow Clicquot Can Teach Modern Entrepreneurs
Join David Peck, Leisa, and Shavonnah as they dive into Tilar Mazzeo's biography of Barbe-Nicole Clicquot, the pioneering woman who built a champagne empire in early 19th century France.
Episode 26. For the First Time in Forever: TUTS Is An Open Door for New Theatre
Hillary Heart and Dan Knechtges from Theatre Under The Stars discuss inclusive theater programming, TUTS' $47 million annual economic impact, new collaborative facilities, and the transformative power of musical theater in Houston's diverse community.
Episode 25. Rethinking Belief: An Election Day Conversation on Faith and Politics with Laura Max Rose
Join David Peck and Laura Max Rose on election day for a candid conversation about faith, belief, patriarchy, and political evolution. From Independent Fundamental Baptist upbringings to heterodox thinking, explore how we form beliefs and maintain empathy across divides.
Episode 23. Wickedly Creative: Jennifer Kahn on Upcycling Broadway and Building Scenery Bags
Former Broadway stage manager Jennifer Kahn founded Scenery Bags to upcycle theatrical sets and costumes into unique, sustainable accessories. Discover how she turned a maternity project into a thriving business, the stories behind Broadway's most popular shows, and what's coming with the Wicked movie.
Episode 22. I'll Always Have Paris: From Versailles to Bar Hemingway (and Kate Moss)
David returns to Paris to visit friends and attend the Paris College of Art board meeting, reflecting on how his 4.5-year experience there transformed his life and design perspective.
Episode 21. Hillbilly Elegy vs. Demon Copperhead: A Tale of Two Appalachias
David and guest Matt Layfield dive into Barbara Kingsolver's powerful novel about resilience and systemic inequality in Appalachia. A must-read for anyone seeking authentic perspectives on complex social issues.
Episode 20. From War-Torn Georgia to Surviving, Thriving, and Designing Across Continents: Marina Saba (Recorded Live)
International award-winning fashion illustrator and designer Marina Saba joins David Peck to discuss her unique journey from Georgia to becoming a globally recognized artist, educator, and creative voice in fashion design and illustration.
Episode 19. Money Makeover: How to Have Fun with Your Finances (Without the Guilt!)
Financial coach Kelsa Dickey challenges the "right way" to manage money. Learn why personal finance isn't just math, how to personalize your financial strategy, and why binary thinking is damaging your relationship with money.
Episode 18. Breaking Binary: Creative Ways to Expand Your Thinking
Explore how binary thinking limits our creativity and relationships. Discover practical ways to embrace nuance, challenge assumptions with curiosity, and see conflict as an opportunity for growth.
Episode 17. Unlock Your Inner Creative: 3 Unexpected Ways to Ask 'What If?' and Spark Creativity
Resolutions have never really worked for me. Instead, I use one Word of the Year as a design principle for my life and work. In this episode, I walk you through my ART methodāAssemble, Refine, Tryāand share why I chose Amplify for 2026.
Episode 16. Blake Lively, Colleen Hoover, and the Verity of It All with Superfan Laura Max Rose
David sits down with returning guest Laura Max Rose, a Colleen Hoover super fan and brilliant podcaster, to dive deep into the twisted world of Verity and discuss the drama surrounding the It Ends with Us movie adaptation.
Episode 15. From Refugee to Haute Couture: Natalia Fedner on Dressing BeyoncƩ and Building a Fashion Brand
From refugee to fashion industry iconādiscover how Natalia Fedner built a globally recognized brand by balancing artistic vision with business acumen.
Episode 14. Lion's Gate Manifesting with Elaine Turner (LIVE!)
Discover how Houston fashion designer and entrepreneur Elaine Turner built her luxury brand by combining impeccable design with genuine human connection and resilient business strategy.
Episode 13. From Retail to Reinvention with Jane Hamill
A conversation with fashion entrepreneur and Fashion Brain Academy founder Jane Hamill on building creative businesses, body image consciousness, and the stages of femininity.
Episode 12. Lady Pirates, Punch Bowls, and Vanderbilts with Katherine Howe!
An intimate conversation with New York Times bestselling author Katherine Howe about her award-winning historical fiction, her writing process, and the design of storytelling.
Episode 11. You're a Good Woman, Ilana Levine.
Join David Peck as he sits down with Broadway veteran Ilana Levine to discuss her 25-year acting career, hosting the popular "Little Known Facts" podcast, and the art of designing a creative life with purpose and authenticity.
Episode 10. LIVE! With Roslyn Bazzelle Mitchell & Kimberly Phipps-Nichol of Roki Design
Join David Peck as he sits down with Kimberly and Roslyn from Roki Design to explore how these Houston-based designers are creating luxury silk scarves with purpose and story.
Episode 9. Book Club | LIVE! "Anna Wintour: The Biography"
David and fashion journalist Heather Stiebel go deep on the Anna Wintour biographyāher rise, her reign, her editorial brilliance, and what the most powerful woman in fashion can teach us about conviction.
Episode 8. Book Club | LIVE! "Untamed" with Fi Connors & Regina Vigil
A spirited live book club conversation about Glennon Doyle's Untamed ā exploring identity, authenticity, the courage to leave the cage, and what it means to design a truly untamed life.
Episode 7. LIVE! With Grace Gibson
Join David Peck for a live conversation with Grace Gibson about identity, sobriety, creative expression through drag, and building intentional safe spaces for the LGBTQ+ community.
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