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Your entire life is a canvas, and this podcast is here to inspire you to shape it with purpose. This is a space for artists and creatives who want to build meaningful careers and design lives they love.

Hosted by Ekaterina Popova, artist, certified master coach, and founder of Create! Magazine, The Create! Podcast brings honest conversations about contemporary art, creativity, mindset, and entrepreneurship. Each episode features inspiring guests from around the world, sharing practical tips, encouragement, and stories to guide your creative journey, one conversation at a time.

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  • Get clarity, tips, and personal insights for your creative biz. Discover practical strategies for artists and creative entrepreneurs, with expert advice from Kat and guest speakers. Gain actionable steps to build a successful creative venture. Whether you're an artist or small business owner just starting or looking to grow, this podcast equips you with the tools and inspiration needed to thrive in the creative industry.

  • Tune into inspiring interviews with artists, coaches, authors, curators, and more to go behind the scenes with successful trailblazers in the arts and beyond.

  • Get free coaching, mindset reframes, and more to help you navigate the challenges of running an art career or creative business.

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All About Your Host, Kat

Welcome artists, dreamers, and visionaries. I am Ekaterina Popova, your host of the Create! Podcast, artist, certified master mindset coach, and founder of Create! Magazine.

The Create! Podcast is a space for honest, fireside-style conversations about art, creative business, mindset, and spirituality. My own journey began in Russia, and after moving to the United States in 2001, I turned to painting in oil and watercolor to explore themes of home, belonging, and identity.

Motivated by a passion for community, I founded Create! Magazine and my coaching programs to provide supportive platforms where artists can connect and thrive. I also co-authored The Creative Business Handbook and The Complete Smartist Guide with my friend Alicia Puig, extending this mission to empower creatives worldwide.

Through the Create! Podcast, I share practical tips, mindset tools, and inspiring conversations with artists and creative leaders to help you create a purposeful life and career.

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  • “It was December 2019 when I discovered this amazing podcast. It’s been one of those magical things that keeps reminding you of your own gift of being able to achieve things. All the episodes are subtle kick in conscious that push you to grow. I love it and It’s one of podcasts I come always back.”

    - Ana Sneering

  • “I love listening to the Create! podcast whether I’m creating, looking to expand my business and art knowledge, or even when I’m feeling a little unmotivated or creatively blocked. It’s always a delight to hear what the host, Ekaterina Popova, shares with her community as she talks about her journey and experiences so generously. I always look forward to getting to know the creatives she interviews, and Ekaterina does a great job of making me feel like I’m part of the conversation. Always motivating, knowledge-filled, and approachable!”

    - A. Schubert

  • “This is truly one of my favorite podcasts centered around art and creativity. Ekaterina is a wonderful host, and each episode is deep, meaningful, and inspiring. I highly recommend this podcast to anyone involved in the creative process!”

    - Victoria Fry

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