Show Notes
Korby Lenker has made 10 albums, published a book, and created a TV pilot based on his life. But he still wrestles with self-doubt, failure, and the pain of the creative process.
In this conversation, Korby opens up about what it really means to be a lifelong artist — the brutal honesty, the pivots, the heartbreak, and the joy of making something meaningful in a world that often doesn’t care.
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📍 Chapters: 00:00 Introduction to Korby Lenker 01:57 The Power of Storytelling 05:39 Influences and Inspirations 11:03 The Creative Process 15:49 Challenges and Discipline 24:47 Journey to Nashville 28:03 The Struggles and Freedom of Obscurity 28:52 Discovering New Skills and Passions 29:51 Navigating Pivots and Embracing Curiosity 31:40 The Journey of Creating a TV Pilot 42:49 Advice for Aspiring Creatives 47:33 The Importance of Meaning and Creativity 52:26 Musical Performance: Meet Me at the End of the World 56:23 Final Thoughts and Podcast Plug
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🎥 Filmed live at Carter Vintage Guitars in Nashville, Tennessee. 🎙️Host: Spencer Handley Guest: Korby Lenker Executive Producers: Spencer Handley, Ben Montague Production Manager and Design: Aly Jordan Camera Operators: Richard Handley, Micah Mathewson Audio Lead: Keith Cypert Editors: Carl Reeverts, Clayton Hopkins
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