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Driven to Create w/ Paul Melluzzo

Driven to Create is a podcast that digs deep into the minds of those with an insatiable need to bring their ideas to life. From the initial concept to its tangible realization, this podcast follows the journey of creators who find it impossible to stand still. Join Paul Melluzzo as he explores the narratives, challenges, and triumphs of individuals for whom creation isn"t just a passion—it"s an addiction. Whether you"re a creator, artist, or entrepreneur, let"s embark on a quest to gain a better

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EP 14 - Lost Generation (with Matteo Guastamacchio)

Driven to Create w/ Paul Melluzzo ·

2025/12/12

In this episode of Driven to Create, I sit down with Matteo Guastamacchio to talk about what it feels like to be a creative right now — in an unstable economy, with AI creeping into every corner of the industry, and the highs and lows of freelance life getting further and further apart.We draw parallels to the “Lost Generation” of the 1920s. Hemingway, Gertrude Stein, artists trying to make sense of a world that didn’t quite work anymore, and ask if our generation of creatives is going through

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00:18:35

EP 13 - Delusions of Grandeur

Driven to Create w/ Paul Melluzzo ·

2025/10/28

Episode summaryEver find yourself oscillating between towering confidence and crippling doubt? In this solo episode, I explore the razor‑thin line between delusions of grandeur and imposter syndrome. As a creative director with nearly two decades of experience, I’ve learned that sometimes you have to bet everything on a version of yourself that doesn’t exist yet. Drawing on pop‑culture analogies like Vegeta from Dragon Ball Z, Kanye’s unshakeable belief in himself, and even the Incredible Hulk’s

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00:38:22

EP 12 - Faded Memories of the Multi-Hyphenate

Driven to Create w/ Paul Melluzzo ·

2025/09/05

In the latest episode “Faded Memories of the Multi-Hyphenate”, Paul digs into the weird middle ground of being a creative generalist and how many multi-hyphenates struggle to stand out in the internet age.We carry a wide range, but we also carry the tax of all the work unseen, whether it be context-switching, prep, and the feeling we’re always starting from zero. In this episode he argues for having range as leverage and permission to leave some things unfinished with a little help from our old

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EP 11 - All Roads Lead To Rome

Driven to Create w/ Paul Melluzzo ·

2025/07/28

In this episode, Paul shares his origin story about the transition from car sales to small agency, to film, and beyond. Key Discussion Points:Going from the Auto Industry to MediaThe switch from Monster Movies to Christmas MoviesFailed Projects that Included Designer Crypto SocksThe Continuous Journey to Improvement Topics Mentioned:⁠PepboysSynthetic CinemaSockHodlerVideo Script Timer (Misc. Tool)Epicly AIWhere to Listen:⁠Spotify⁠⁠Apple Podcasts⁠⁠Google Podcasts⁠⁠iHeartRadio⁠⁠YouTube⁠Stay

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00:24:58

EP 10 - Quiet Automations

Driven to Create w/ Paul Melluzzo ·

2025/07/21

In this episode, Paul ponders what comes after AI Chat Windows and how embedding AI into workflows, apps, and operating systems is the next big step.Key Discussion Points:The mental load of chatting with LLM'sAI needs to be embedded in workflows to get full contextBuild a simple agent that solves one problemTopics Mentioned:OpenAI Chat GPTAnthropic ClaudeVercel V0LovableCursorReplitMidjourneyBlack Forest Labs Flux.1 DevStable DiffusionMCP ServersWhere to Listen:SpotifyApple PodcastsGoogle

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00:18:47

EP 09 - The Impending Death of Expertise

Driven to Create w/ Paul Melluzzo ·

2025/07/07

Episode Description:In this episode, Paul reflects on the changing environment brought about by the rise of AI and predicts its impact on expertise as a whole.Key Discussion Points:Deep domain expertise will become scarceCompanies will automate away learning pathways for new talentComfort breeds complacencyTips on how to stay relevant in a fast-changing landscapeWhere to Listen:SpotifyApple PodcastsGoogle PodcastsiHeartRadioYouTube: ⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@DrivenToCreate-Podcast⁠⁠Stay

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EP 08 - Come with me to Zanarkand

Driven to Create w/ Paul Melluzzo ·

2024/12/05

Episode Description:In this episode, Paul draws the parallels from the experience of a Creative to themes from the critically acclaimed video game, "Final Fantasy X". Key Discussion Points: The beauty and timelessness of a captured moment or idea Coming to terms with one's own existence Self-Reflection Collaboration with Peers Where to Listen: Spotify Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts iHeartRadio YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@DrivenToCreate-Podcast⁠ Stay Connected: 📸 Follow us on

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00:36:39

EP 07 - No Country for Old Filmmakers

Driven to Create w/ Paul Melluzzo ·

2024/10/24

Paul’s on a solo mission to navigate the perilous seas ofbalancing work/family life in an ever-changing creative industry. Key Highlights: 🌟 Self-Reflection on ego and drive in the creative fields 🌟 Adaptability and Flexibility 🌟 Figuring out what means the most to you, and building out from there Show Notes: “We’re thieves in a world that don’t want us no more” – Arthur Morgan (RDR2) Epicly.ai (The app that I’m building) The podcast is available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google and

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01:14:05

EP 06 - Love the Art in Yourself

Driven to Create w/ Paul Melluzzo ·

2024/06/13

Episode Description:In this episode, Paul Melluzzo speaks with Tony Diep, a fellow designer and owner of multiple print businesses. They discuss the emotional and ego-driven challenges that all creatives might face, especially when working on client projects. Tony's experiences and mature perspective on balancing personal and client work, finding validation, and maintaining creative integrity are sure to resonate. Key Discussion Points: Balancing personal creative projects with client

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