Creative Codex

MJDorian

Peer into the minds of the greatest creative geniuses in history. Join us as we explore the mystery of how creativity works, art history and how you can improve your own creative process. The labyrinth awaits.

Creative Codex is one-part podcast and one-part imaginative lecture series, featuring thoroughly researched insights into the creative process mixed with captivating soundscapes and original music.

Produced & Written by MJDorian

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Feb 3, 2020 · 1 hr 42 min
12: Carl Jung • The Red Book (Part 2)
In this episode we join Carl Jung as he meets Death, Satan, and his own soul. Join the journey as we deep dive with soundscape simulations of Jung’s visions, exploring the Archetypes, the Mundus Imaginalis, and Active Imagination. This episode is the second part of Creative Codex's Red Book deep dive series. If you have not yet listened to Part 1 it is strongly advised you play Episode 11 first. --------- A full transcript of this episode is available here: https://mjdorian.com/transcripts/ --------- Creative Codex is written & produced by MJDorian. --------- Digging the show? Please consider becoming a patron at our Patreon page. Subscription perks include: exclusive Creativity Tip mini-episodes, early release previews and behind the scenes content. Visit: https://www.patreon.com/mjdorian Thank you for your support! --------- Original Music & Sound Design: MJDorian For more art & music by MJDorian please visit: http://www.mjdorian.com/
Dec 16, 2019 · 7 min
Creativity Tip 7: Embrace Your Failure
Our view of failure is all wrong. It is not something to be ashamed of, it is something to embrace and learn from. Learning is the consolation prize of failure, which allows you to succeed the next time around. Listen to all the Creativity Tips on my Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/mjdorian Written & Produced by MJDorian
Nov 18, 2019 · 1 hr 15 min
11: Carl Jung • The Red Book (Part 1)
On this episode we dive into one of the strangest and most enigmatic books ever written: The Red Book. This is a book so infamous that it was kept locked away for fifty years after Carl Jung's death, raising concerns that it might prove that the world renowned psychologist was actually insane. Is it a work of visionary creativity or divine madness? Let's find out. ---------- A full transcript of this episode is available here: https://mjdorian.com/transcripts/ ---------- To support the show and listen to exclusive episodes visit: https://www.patreon.com/mjdorian ---------- All music on this episode was written & produced by MJDorian. Creative Codex is written & produced by MJDorian.
Oct 25, 2019 · 23 min
Guided Meditation: Hypnagogic State
In this mini-episode we will be exploring. . . your brain! I will guide you in bringing your body to a sleeping state, while your conscious mind is still awake and in control. This will allow you to explore a very special and unique point between waking & dreaming, which psychologists call the Hypnagogic State. We recently explored this idea in the Salvador Dali episode (Episode 7). And now you can try it out yourself! Caution: DO NOT attempt this meditation while driving or operating any machine, as the meditation requires you to close your eyes and will induce a state on the threshold of sleep. Creative Codex is written & produced by: MJDorian. More at http://www.mjdorian.com/
Sep 30, 2019 · 1 hr 55 min
10: Listener Q&A (Sept. 2019)
Our first Listener Q&A episode!!! So many compelling questions including: Are left handed people more creative? Was Nikola Tesla spiritual? How do you quiet the doubting voices in your mind? What was Frida Kahlo's life like after the accident? Is creativity a supernatural force? What is the nature of evil? Ways to show your support for Creative Codex: - Send the show to someone who is as cool as you are. - Leave a review of the podcast on Apple Podcasts. - Support the show by becoming a Patreon subscriber, and receive exclusive Creativity Tip mini-episodes. (Tiers include $1 - $100.) •••••••••• For more MJDorian content: http://www.mjdorian.com/ Produced & Written by MJDorian
Sep 2, 2019 · 1 hr 14 min
9: HR Giger • A Beautiful Darkness
H.R. Giger is considered by many to be the most evil artist in history. Join us as we take a deep dive into the abyss where Giger's strange ideas are born. In this episode we also explore: how did Giger create a style so distinct that people see it as 'out of this world'? To view artworks / photos related to this episode visit: http://www.mjdorian.com/codex/ If you'd like to support the show please leave a review of the podcast on iTunes. You can also become a Patreon supporter and get exclusive Creativity Tip mini episodes at: https://www.patreon.com/mjdorian Music by MJDorian Written & Produced by MJDorian
Jul 26, 2019 · 1 hr 50 min
8: Clinton King (In Conversation)
As NYC is in full heat wave mode, I sit down for an entertaining conversation with the contemporary artist: Clinton King. We discuss the origins of his distinctive style, the mysteries of the creative process, and the joys of getting lost. Tune in and grab a cold drink, it's gonna be a hot one. Find more Clinton King here: http://www.clintonkingart.com/ Follow Clinton on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/clintonking_kingclinton/ Check out content related to the podcast: http://www.mjdorian.com/codex/ Written and Produced by MJDorian
Jul 3, 2019 · 1 hr 27 min
7: Salvador Dali (Saint of Delusion)
Salvador Dali is one of the most successful artists of all time. Join us as we find the origin of his unmistakable style, discover the secret to his creative process, and unravel the lies of the enigmatic: Dali. Written and Produced by MJDorian. Podcast website full of relevant imagery / paintings: http://www.mjdorian.com/codex/ Support the show on Patreon and get exclusive Creativity Tips! https://www.patreon.com/mjdorian Music in this episode: Paris chapter: Django Reinhardt "Y En N'a Pas Deux Comme Moi" (1930) New York chapter: Fats Waller and His Orchestra live at The Yacht Club (1938) Erik Satie Gymnopedies 1 & 2 (1888) The above featured music works are in the public domain. All other music by MJDorian.
Jun 16, 2019 · 11 min
Creativity Tip 5: Incubation Precedes Inspiration
How do you plant a seed in your unconscious mind which will blossom into inspiration? It must be a seed made of two things: your intention and an idea. Listen to this Creativity Tip to learn more... To hear all the Creativity Tips please visit: https://www.patreon.com/mjdorian/posts?tag=Creativity%20Tips Written & Produced by MJDorian For MJDorian's music, artwork, and videos visit: http://www.mjdorian.com/
May 31, 2019 · 1 hr 35 min
6: Shelley Thomas - In Conversation
An insightful sit-down conversation with world music alchemist & singer: Shelley Thomas. Join us as we explore world music, the fear of failure, taking the long way, destiny, and the spirituality of music. Find out more about Shelley's music at her site: https://shelleyvoice.com/ Music in this episode: Kozhiljo (Traditional Bulgarian song from the Rhodope region. Originally sung by Sestri Kushlevi.) Performed here by Shelley Thomas Devil Wood - written by MJDorian, with vocals by Shelley Thomas Mirror - performed & written by Shelley Thomas Follow Shelley on Instagram and Facebook: @shelleyvoice Follow MJDorian on Instagram: @mjdorian Creative Codex is produced and written by MJDorian. 2019 All Rights Reserved
May 9, 2019 · 1 hr 3 min
5: Nikola Tesla & The Paradox of Genius
Nikola Tesla's unique genius is the stuff of fantasy; he electrified the world, feuded with Thomas Edison, invented a death ray, and caused an earthquake in Manhattan. In this episode we try to untangle the paradox of Nikola Tesla's life: how can a man of unrivaled genius change the world but die a hermit with no money to his name? Support the show and listen to helpful Creativity Tips at: https://www.patreon.com/mjdorian Music by MJDorian Produced by MJDorian Thank you for your feedback, podcast reviews, and support! <3 Keywords: Tesla, Nikola Tesla, creativity, invention, engineering, creative, inspiring, podcast
Apr 23, 2019 · 8 min
Creativity Tip 3: The Audacity of Youth
With youth comes a certain naive confidence, a certain audacity. Is it a benefit or a distraction? And can you reignite it as you become a 'responsible' adult? All Creativity Tips available on my Patreon page: https://www.patreon.com/mjdorian Thank you for your support. ;)
Mar 28, 2019 · 1 hr 20 min
4: Jerome Lamaar - In Conversation
On this episode we visit with NYC fashion and design guru: Jerome Lamaar. Our conversation explores the origin of his youthful confidence, the possibility of projecting self fulfilling visions, and why he dropped out of college. Recorded on location at his loft office in the South Bronx. Learn more about Jerome's work at: https://www.jeromelamaar.com/ To support Creative Codex and enjoy exclusive content visit: https://www.patreon.com/mjdorian Written & Produced by MJDorian
Mar 15, 2019 · 7 min
Creativity Tip 1: Feed Your Head
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Feb 26, 2019 · 41 min
3: Frida Kahlo (Pain Becomes Art)
Is creativity linked with emotion? Can life's tragedies and heartbreaks be resolved through creating art? In this episode we try to answer those questions with the help of one of the most iconic artists of all time: Frida Kahlo. If you're enjoying the podcast please consider supporting us at: www.patreon.com/mjdorian For more MJDorian music visit: Spotify - MJDorian Written & Produced by MJDorian
Sep 3, 2018 · 34 min
2: Leonardo da Vinci’s Secret
What made Leonardo da Vinci so consistently inspired? What was his secret? Take a walk with us through the streets of Renaissance Florence and find out. If you're enjoying the podcast please consider supporting us at: www.patreon.com/mjdorian For more MJDorian music check out: Spotify - MJDorian Written & Produced by MJDorian
Aug 18, 2018 · 23 min
1: The Origin of Art
Travel back 40,000 years to the first known art made by human hands. How did creativity begin? Why does 'art' exist? Dive in to find out, in the first episode of Creative Codex. If you're enjoying the podcast please consider supporting us at: www.patreon.com/mjdorian For more MJDorian music: Spotify - MJDorian Written & Produced by MJDorian