Bench Talk

Author: Tom Gerrard

Welcome to Bench Talk the podcast where I dive into real, honest conversations with inspiring artists, to reveal what it really takes to build a thriving creative career. Im your host, Tom Gerrard an international artist from Australia and Co-Founder of The Art Career Academy, an online school dedicated to helping visual artists rise up and go pro. I kicked off this podcast back in 2016, when I was dreaming of going full-time with my art. And through these chats, I found the path and walked it.
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Genres: Arts, Visual Arts

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200 - What I learnt in 9 years of podcasting
Episode 200
Monday, 7 July, 2025

In this celebratory episode, hosts Tom Gerrard and Claire Bradshaw reflect on the journey of the podcast over the past nine years, marking the milestone of 200 episodes. They discuss the origins of the podcast, the connections made through interviews, the impact on listeners, and the evolution into the Art Career Academy. The conversation highlights the importance of taking action, building community, and the rewarding experiences that come from pursuing one's passion in the arts. HOST: Tom Gerrard ✦ IG | @artcareeracademy and @tom-gerrard ✦ Watch on Youtube | / @artcareeracademy ✦ Website | artcareeracademy.com GUEST: Claire Bradshaw ✦ Instagram @artcareeracademy Loved this episode? Hit subscribe and give us a 5 star review. This means so much, thank you! ------- WANT MORE? 👉Download free cheatsheet to boost your creative cashflow: https://www.artcareeracademy.com/creative-cashflow-guide 👉 Join the waitlist for the next LIVE round of Going [ART] Pro program for emerging artists https://www.artcareeracademy.com/waitlist