The JC Log

por Jesse Logister

Artes visuales Sociedad y Cultura

Why Everyone Needs 'Pointless' Creative Hobbies

Are you old enough to remember those blissful days before the emergence of the internet? You know, that time before online ‘hustle culture’ became a thing, and we all still had ‘pointless’ creative hobbies for fun. In episode 016 of The JC Log Podcast, I talk about: - Why Everyone Needs ‘Pointless’ Creative Hobbies - How The Modern Digital World Slowly Drains Creativity - How ‘Pointless’ Hobbies Restore Lost Creativity - Why We Should Create More And Consume Less - Separate Hobby From Craft - Your Hobby Does Not Need To Justify Its Existence - It Is Time To Reclaim Your ‘Pointless’ Hobby Transcript, comments, and show notes for this podcast episode: https://www.thejclog.com/why-everyone-needs-pointless-creative-hobbies/ Chapters 00:00 - Intro 00:50 - Shout-out 01:43 - Why Everyone Needs ‘Pointless’ Creative Hobbies 03:44 - How The Modern Digital World Slowly Drained My Creativity 05:50 - How ‘Pointless’ Hobbies Restore Lost Creativity 06:59 - Why We Should Create More And Consume Less 08:30 - Separate Hobby From Craft 09:18 - Your Hobby Does Not Need To Justify Its Existence 10:07 - It Is Time To Reclaim Your ‘Pointless’ Hobby 10:41 - Outro My Other Channels Check out all of my podcasts episodes on RSS: https://rss.com/podcasts/the-jc-log/ Subscribe to my Substack: https://thejclog.substack.com/ #hobbies #drawing

Why The Internet Needs Softer Spaces

Are you looking for a calm and peaceful hideout to escape the tumultuous pandemonium that is the ‘digital town square’ these days? In this episode 015 of The JC LOG Podcast: - I talk about why the internet needs softer spaces - Show you examples of such soft and safe spaces Chapters: 00:00 Intro 01:05 Shout-out 02:37 What ‘Soft Spaces’ Actually Are 03:38 Why People Crave Soft Spaces More Than Ever 06:38 Creators Who Give Us ‘Safe Places’ (soundscapes and more) 08:15 Why Creating And Finding Softness Is Difficult Online 09:14 There Are Places To Escape Into 09:34 Outro Transcript, comments, and show notes for this podcast episode: https://www.thejclog.com/why-the-internet-needs-softer-spaces/ My Other Channels: Check out my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@TheJCLog Subscribe to my Substack: https://thejclog.substack.com/ #escapism #drawing

Reasons That Make The Seasons Feel Enchanting

Welcome to the JC Log episode 014: Reasons that make the seasons feel enchanting. Let’s look at some reasons that make the seasons in Bilbao, Spain, feel so magical for everyone. If you wish to find out more information about what is being discussed in this podcast, and want to share your thoughts on the four magical seasons of the year, then I warmly invite you to check out the episode post on my website. There, you will find a transcript, show notes, a comments section, and more! Just click the link below, and I'll see you on the other side, fellow travelers! Transcript, comments, and show notes: https://www.thejclog.com/reasons-that-make-the-seasons-feel-enchanting/

Why I Intentionally Escape In Drawing And Why You Should Too

Welcome to The JC Log episode 013 - Why I Intentionally Escape In Drawing And Why You Should Too In this edition of The JC Log podcast, I talk about: How I started drawing Why I draw now and why I think you should too Tips and techniques to get started and have fun with the practice of creative drawing for intentional escapism purposes If you wish to find out more information about what is being discussed in this podcast, and want to share your thoughts on creative drawing and your experiences with it, then I warmly invite you to check out the episode post on my website. There, you will find a transcript, show notes, a comments section, and more! Just click the link below, and I'll see you on the other side, fellow travelers! Transcript, comments, and show notes: https://www.thejclog.com/why-i-intentionally-escape-in-drawing-and-why-you-should-too/

May Open Thread - A Vibrant Celebration Of The Senses

My friends, we have already arrived in May 2026, that special moment of the year where spring hits its peak. It is the month in which the temperature stabilizes and the flowers are in full bloom, showing the best patterns and colors they have to offer. Welcome to The JC Log episode 012: May Open Thread - A Vibrant Celebration Of The Senses If you wish to find out more information about what is being discussed in this podcast, and want to share your open thread thoughts about the month of May, then I warmly invite you to check out the episode post on my website. There, you will find a transcript, show notes, a comments section, and more! Just click the link below, and I'll see you on the other side, fellow travelers! Transcript, comments, and show notes: https://www.thejclog.com/may-open-thread-a-vibrant-celebration-of-the-senses/

How A Single Word Becomes A Portal To Another World

Do you remember looking at maps and globes as a child, having your imagination and curiosity sparked by exotic names of countries and cities? Chances are, you knew nothing about those strange sounding places. Chances are also that your brain filled in the blanks for you, and took you along on an intentional escapism journey around the world Welcome, fellow travelers, to episode 011 of the JC Log Podcast, in which I demonstrate how a single world can become a portal to another world. If you wish to find out more information about what is being discussed in this podcast, and want to share your favorite place to daydream off to, then I warmly invite you to check out the episode post on my website. There, you will find a transcript, show notes, a comments section, and more! Just click the link below, and I'll see you on the other side, fellow travelers! Transcript, comments, and show notes: https://www.thejclog.com/how-a-single-word-becomes-a-portal-to-another-world/

The Stress Free Content Formula For Intentional Escapism Artists

Are you an artist who is looking to escape in content creation for videos, podcasts and other forms of intentional escapism entertainment for your audience and fans, but do you always find yourself feeling stressed about the creation and posting process for all of your (digital) platforms. Are those deadlines making your anxiety levels rise? Then this celebrative tenth episode of The JC Log podcast will help you out. If you wish to find out more information about what is being discussed in this podcast, and want to share your thoughts on the challenges of creating art and content for your audience, then I warmly invite you to check out the episode post on my website. There, you will find a transcript, show notes, a comments section, and more! Just click the link below, and I'll see you on the other side, fellow travelers! Transcript, comments, and show notes: https://www.thejclog.com/the-stress-free-content-formula-for-intentional-escapism-artists/

Making Intentional Escapism Fun For You And Your Audience

Are you an artist who is looking to escape in content creation for videos, podcasts and other forms of intentional escapism entertainment for your audience and fans, but do you always find yourself asking if what your are making and showing is good enough. Is that thought stopping you from creating or does it make you enjoy the process less? Then this ninth episode of The JC Log podcast will help you out. Since we have arrived at the final days of stress awareness month, this April 2026, I like to take some of that creation stress and possible insecurities away from you to help boost your confidence levels and make you enjoy the beautiful process of creation. Digital escapism should be fun for you and your audience, so let's go! If you wish to find out more information about what is being discussed in this podcast, and want to share your thoughts on the challenges of creating art and content for your audience, then I warmly invite you to check out the episode post on my website. There, you will find a transcript, show notes, a comments section, and more! Just click the link below, and I'll see you on the other side, fellow travelers! Transcript, comments, and show notes: https://www.thejclog.com/making-intentional-escapism-fun-for-you-and-your-audience/

Walking As A Form Of Intentional Escapism

We are halfway through April 2026, the Stress Awareness Month. That is why in episode 008 of The JC Log podcast, I talk about recreational walking as a form of intentional escapism, and to release some of that build up stress. Check out the podcast to discover how walking can improve your physical and mental health, as well as your creative practices. Plus, you will also find out why it is such a powerful daily escapism tool, and will be treated to stunning views of Bilbao's rolling hills. And if you wish to find out more information about what is being discussed in this podcast, and want to share your reflections on the joyful practice of walking, then I warmly invite you to check out the episode post on my website. There, you will find a transcript, show notes, a comments section, and much more! Just click the link below, and I'll see you on the other side, fellow travelers! Transcript and show notes: https://www.thejclog.com/walking-as-a-form-of-intentional-escapism/

The JC Log 007 - Autonomous Living In An Increasingly Busy World

In this seventh episode of The JC Log podcast, I take you along on another walk through beautiful Bilbao, During my walk, is hare my thoughts on the challenge of wanting to live autonomously in an increasingly busy world. If you wish to find out more information about what is being discussed in this podcast, and want to share your thoughts on the challenges and advantages of autonomous living, then I warmly invite you to check out the episode post on my website. There, you will find a transcript, show notes, a comments section, and more! Just click the link below, and I'll see you on the other side, fellow travelers! Transcript, comments, and show notes: https://www.thejclog.com/autonomous-living-in-an-increasingly-busy-world/

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