In this engaging conversation, Jorge Rivera-Herrans shares his journey from aspiring surgeon to successful songwriter and playwright, detailing his experiences in musical theater, the creative process behind his musical 'Epic', and the importance of community support. He discusses the challenges of writing, the influence of video games and anime on his work, and the mental hurdles he faced along the way. Jorge emphasizes the power of believing in oneself and others, and how sharing his creative process on social media has fostered a supportive community around his work.Follow Jorge Rivera-Herrans!
Epic the Musical: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3sdEH7HfFE3d4xry5RnnLr?si=c097c0efcb7a4801&nd=1&dlsi=5ea134444e104369
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jayherrans/MERCH!https://accessdeniedpod.creator-spring.com/Follow Access Denied on social!Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/accessdeniedpod/TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@accessdeniedpodYouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@AccessDeniedPodFollow host Jessica Jordan on social!Website - https://therollingexplorer.com/Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/therollingexplorer/Music Page - https://www.instagram.com/jessicajordanping/TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@therollingexplorerYouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@therollingexplorerIntro and Outro Music Production by JP Warner Sound:Website: https://jpwarnersound.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jpwarnersound/Podcast Editing by Mary Kate Plattshttps://www.instagram.com/marykatefreelance/?hl=enTakeaways- Jorge's journey from medicine to musical theater was driven by his passion for songwriting.- He faced significant mental hurdles while writing his musical 'Epic'.- The creative process often involves trial and error, requiring patience and perseverance.- Community support plays a crucial role in an artist's journey.- Jorge blends influences from video games and anime into his musical storytelling.- Social media has allowed Jorge to document his creative process and build a community.- He emphasizes the importance of believing in oneself and others.- Mental health challenges are common in the creative process, but support can help.- Jorge's musical 'Epic' draws from Greek mythology, showcasing timeless themes.- The journey of creating art is often filled with ups and downs, but it's rewarding.
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