Creative Processing with Joseph Gordon-Levitt

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On his new ten-episode series, Joseph Gordon-Levitt will get into the nitty-gritty of how a wide variety of creative people do what they do. Listeners’ questions will inspire conversations between Gordon-Levitt and a range of creative guests, from Hollywood notables like Rian Johnson and Seth Rogen & Evan Goldberg, to behind-the-scenes heavyweights like casting director Mary Vernieu, and from political visual artist Shepard Fairey to indie sonic songstress, Yuka Honda, and more.

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  • 🌈Kai
    Missing you 😇
    Absolutely loved all the episodes ☺️ Are you going to be putting out more? Please say yes!
  • Rose Fury
    He Gets the Creative Process
    Joseph Gordon-Levitt is such a genius. I subscribed to this podcast and also subscribe to HitRECord. He intuitively understands the challenges and processes of creating more than anyone I’ve come across. I’ve just seen the first episodes of Mr. Corman and was in tears. Lolz. He understands how we deny ourselves the ability to be creative. And finds the people who have been successful in breaking through their own personal brick walls.
  • WildestHues
    Love the approach
    It’s very open and most of the episodes have great flow and are interesting and funny
  • Joe Cup
    Thank You!
    Thank you for blessing us Don Jon
  • BenHagarty
    A1 podcast. 10/10
    Really insightful content, hit record is a great platform for creators and much needed. Thanks joe.
  • ArtTeacher009
    Very Interesting
    JGL is an excellent interviewer and these episodes are a great resource as an art teacher.
  • Savvy History Songs
    Creative Haven While In Transition
    Having always prioritized creativity (but also functioning as a new mom), I needed a creative place to go to still feel like myself. This abstract place had to happen in spurts and bursts of energy (while I also walked our dog along side a stroller). I found such a haven in this podcast. I never would have expected it, but Joseph Gordon-Levitt has provided a go-to creative thinking hub for me on my daily walks. I love the format of tackling one question from creativity seekers around the globe and then exposing them to the thinking behind some highly accomplished original people. The episode with Jessica Alba really touched on some topics I’ve never heard her address so candidly before. I also love the discussion with Madisen Ward and The Mama Bear. Jordan told a moving story about drumming with his brother and it almost made me cry thinking of all the bandmates I've had (one being my now husband). Creativity and family go deep in this household, so I’m glad to have found such relatable conversations on this podcast.
  • Daddy-ough
    Good but can’t relate
    These are very successful people in their own silos. I feel like an outsider in an intimate but slightly superficial conversation. Maybe it’s because the field being plowed is ‘now that I’m successful in my industry, here’s how to take the last step it took to get where I am.’ But thanks, it’s good and cool to have that access, and I hope next year / season will be successful for you. Opening the door to this world is important, and the rating is personal, of how it relates to me, not a larger ‘scheme of things’ or production/ interview statement.
  • LessCouchOn
    Dear Joseph,
    I really liked your film Mysterious Skin. -Les Couchon- 💄🐷🍒👠
  • bronzecupcake
    Beautiful podcast for creative artists
    Excellent interviews and insights. Inspiring and interesting ideas for creative artists. A nice balance of vulnerable struggles and then also inspiration to stay creative and open.
  • cwcullnane
    Creative and thought provoking
    👍👍
  • Olivia Schoen
    Great Podcast!
    I love the whole base idea for this podcast! Joe has a great voice and you can tell he is a very kind intelligent person! Your not going to like every guest on every episode, but thats okay! Wait for next week! Episode 1 was my favorite duo so far!
  • Jacob Bean13
    GREAT PODCAST
    Big fan of this podcast. Really helped me feel lik eI was part of a creative community and explored a lot of interesting questions. Each episode is filled with great insight and information from experts in the creative field. Can't wait for Season Two!!
  • danofthelake
    Keeping me in touch with creativity
    I am a lover of all sorts of creative endeavors, but I'm unfortunately not surrounded by many creatives in my everyday life. For this reason I felt lucky to have found hitRECord, a welcoming community of creatives with whom I can flex my creative muscles. Listening to this podcast is like having some of those creative friends over for a chat, and it's wonderful. I look forward new conversations and always enjoy learning something new. I've often removed my headphones with new ideas and new viewpoints I hadn't previously considered. Hopefully this podcast continues for many years to come, so others like me who long for creative conversation can find it here. Thank you, Joe! ~beautyofthelake
  • Powlitah89
    Great Content
    I can honestly listen to you talk all day. But what makes this great is the structure, the content and the guest. The information provided is top.
  • Dahlia Turnbull
    Insightful for any Actor!
    As an aspiring actor it’s great to hear the sense of awareness in all aspects of the creative art process. From conception, to collaboration, he’s such a huge influence and glad I found’ed itttt....
  • NancyG
    So far so good
    I’ve listened to two episodes and have thoroughly enjoyed them both. It’s smart, thoughtful conversations over a question. I didn’t think it would work. I was wrong!
  • shilohmarie87
    eye opening
    not only was i super pumped to notice not only was one of my favorite actors was making a podcast but additionally about one of my favorite topics of all time?? my expectations were so high that i was nervous that i would disappoint myself but i am constantly hearing nuggets of wisdom i have never read or heard of in any other personal studies of this topic. the discussion joseph is able to create in a raw, honest and open way is the conversation i have been craving from the creative community. i am SO excited to continue listening to all of these episodes and excited for you joseph to grow in this new and amazing way!!! xo
  • Raggeeb
    Fantastical
    The episode with Seth and Evan is trully enlightening. Thank you!
  • MANUnitedUSA
    A great way to chill and get the gears turning!
    Very cool an entertaining. Your ability to get into a guests mind and find out what makes them tick to get them out of bed with passion for what they have going; is A gift you have. It takes a creative mind to be abale to understand the depth of your guests. I do have a bit of a cryptic statement that I hope I get a response for... 2005-2007, Coronado, CA, The Little Club. Who was it? Cheers, JGL
  • evanseesred
    Breath of fresh air
    I’ve been looking for something like this for a while. I’m a fan of the website The Creative Independent, which often gets into some of the same areas as this podcast, but sometimes leans a bit esoteric. This feels right. The range of guests and the topics they cover are engaging and have made me feel less alone in the questions I ask myself as an artist. Thank you to the team who made this. Please keep them coming!
  • Anatoliyo
    Great value!!
    Thanks Joe, this is absolutely delightful. So much value and really great speakers!!! Recommended to everyone who’s interested in the arts, creation and self-exploration! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
  • Dale Mulhall
    A terrific podcast
    Love the podcast and the topics covered. The interaction between Joseph and his guests are informal but incredibly insightful. Made my morning commutes a lot more easy, cheers chap!
  • stumc27
    Love
    Love this podcast theme and JGL is a great host
  • pistolokie
    JGL!
    I’m really enjoying JGL’s podcast! It’s really cool to get a deeper look into how these artists relate to their craft. Looking forward to adding this to my weekly podcast hit list.
  • qwertyfwsdf
    Quick Thought
    Hey hey. Constructive criticism coming your way. Make your review/notes shorter. Too much detail. Consolidate it. I am scanning different podcasts and this one looked interesting(This is my second time ever looking for podcasts... the first time I downloaded one I picked the first to I saw) Anyway - I went and clicked on the “details” button of the first one.. very long...then tried it with two more of your podcasts and the “details” were the same. I I decided against downloading the podcast because I had 0 clue what I was getting into. I didn’t want to read the full story. Less is more. Look at the bigger podcasts as a reference. You could keep it the same length but format them so most people will only read the 1-5 sentences that will capture a download... then your true analysis will come below. Good Luck.
  • Pinup16
    Awesome, awesome, awesome!
    For being a new podcast, it flows very well in between sponsor transitions and interviews. Works well with keeping the audience’s interest with the use of great conversation/follow-up questions & dialogue. JGL’s sexy “radio voice” is a definite plus! All interviews, thus far, have been enlightening with the variety of creative topics covered. Keep up the good work, Joe! 👍🏽
  • Timothy Blane
    Love it.
    Loving this podcast! Can’t wait for the next episode.
  • LuolanYe
    Wonderful and engaging
    As a podcast lover, this one stands out as fun, intelligent, and educational. I binge listened to all available episodes today. Definitely recommend!
  • simaname
    Great interview
    Keep going, really I enjoy with u
  • YetiKratt
    For artists and thinkers
    This is a great podcast to chew on for days after you listen to it. I feel like it has exposed me to new ideas and perspectives that have been sneaking into my creative process...by somewhat subversively...I like the changes to my work though
  • psqjqa
    The right medium
    Joseph Gordon-Levitt has been circling around this kind of project of introspecting on creativity for a while, notably with HitRecord. I for one think that this is the right medium for what he wants to explore — it strips it down to the barest essential of just talking to a fellow creative, allowing the conversation to meander, to land on unexpected topics, and to provide a much more contextual view of how they approach their craft than by simply seeing the final, polished gem. What led me to ultimately write a review was not just how much I enjoyed bringing these conversations along with me on my runs, but also the conversations I hope to hear in the future. I would love to hear Twyla Tharp or Casey Neistat in this setting. It’s early for this podcast but not early in Gordon-Levitt’s exploration of creativity, so this podcast hits the ground running, and I’m looking forward to much more.
  • Janie_M
    Applause
    Only sorry I can’t write as eloquent of a review for this podcast as it deserves. Give it a listen, and you’ll stay til the end. Each podcast goes in depth on the topic from all angles, never repeating themselves, in a fun conversation that enables you to explore sides of creativity as they explore.
  • Rodhead
    Yawn!
    I really like J.Gordon movies, but his interviewing skills are dull. His sinker Ryan J. Super lame! - I was curious to see if he was talking about how he screwed Star Wats for every fan... but no, just a very pale conversation between these 2.
  • gcwaite
    Real
    Not airy fairy. Real.
  • jr_abel
    FINALLY
    THANK YOU JGL. You never cease to amaze with you creativity... also your tedtalk was 🔥🔥🔥
  • DantesAK
    Fantastic
    Loving the podcast so far. Fantastic first episode.
  • KrewJ66
    something different
    So happy to have something like this to listen to. Its rare to come across such inspirational conversations about creativity.
  • tttharris
    Beyond my Expectations!
    The whole idea of intertwining imitative thoughts with “the thrill of something you love in order to communicate what’s unique to you,” is so simple when you come at it from the stance, “is originality even a thing?” BUT! Rian and Joseph dove deep into it, with beautiful stories and insight. This was such a mind-expanding breath of fresh air!
  • LyndeeLu23
    Informative
    So far, so good! I would love to hear from some behind the scene people such as the hair and makeup artists, the stunt people and the people building the sets! So many people don’t realize how many hands and heads it takes to create entertainment. Keep up with the positive inspiration to all of us creatives, big and small, known and unknown. You ROCK!
  • Jconn2469
    Want to hear another
    As expected Joseph is wonderful, and naturally curious. I’m definitely looking forward to another episode because also as expected, Rian was boring, didnt really provide any substance to a question, and laughed his vapid way through it.
  • Misharina
    Food for thought
    Thank you for the inspiring podcast! I feel a part of the dialogue - it is open, honest, inviting. Joseph and his guest(so far one but looking forward to meeting more) don't shy from thinking out loud even if stumbling which makes it even more real and present. I don't come from the field connected to media but I could relate nevertheless because the discussion is wide and humane. Additional thanks for the list of all the references.
  • theRaymondWei
    So good!!
    Love this new show and all the unique insights it offers. It’s cool to hear from people that aren’t your typical Hollywood celebrities!
  • rockap
    Inspiring
    Love the idea for the podcast, and Really inspiring to hear about what gets them excited to create!
  • OG Sammy
    Congrats Joe!👏🏽
    A great actor & now a great podcaster?! Way to go I’m actually starting a podcast of my own with a friend of mine. She’s a amazing person/ fighter after dealing with a horrific accident. Find “ Our Voices with Lakeisha Daye” P.S. my Dad became a fan after watching the “The Night Before😂” my Mom got hooked after watching 500 days of summer.
  • Alexrcamp
    Awesome first episode!
    Very insightful stuff, can’t wait for more.
  • LexieLeeT
    My new favorite podcast!!!
    What a refreshing take on creativity. I loved every second of it
  • Andy J. Miller
    FANTASTIC!!!
    Man I need this type of pontification on the creative process! Can't wait to hear the next episode Joe!
  • BethanyDunnOnHitRECord
    YES!
    Always happy to listen to what you have to say! Creatives have to create regardless of recognition. It’s who we are! Thank you for caring 🖤🙂
  • lollyinkorea
    Needed. Refreshing.
    This was a breath of fresh air. Hearing about other artists’ processes is inspiring and encouraging. Please keep making more episodes! You’re on to a good thing!
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