{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"Episode 48: Beautiful rebellion and choosing creativity over conformity with Thad Cockrell","description":" In this episode of the On Adventure Podcast, I sit down with singer-songwriter and creative visionary Thad Cockrell for a conversation that took an unexpected but deeply inspiring turn. Thad opens up about his journey from wrestling mats and seminary halls to Nashville stages and international acclaim\u2014all while forging a career based on creativity, authenticity, and saying a bold \u201cyes\u201d to uncertainty. We explore what it means to create from love rather than fear, and how rebellion, doubt, and wonder can be sacred tools on the creative path. From Thad\u2019s bold decision to sell his album for $100 directly to fans, to the moment Jimmy Fallon discovered his song in a hardware store, this conversation will challenge the way you think about success, security, and what it means to truly create without an agenda. Whether you're an artist, entrepreneur, or just someone seeking a more intentional life, this episode is packed with insight and soul. \u23f1\ufe0f Timeline Summary: [1:45] - Thad on how creativity is a daily act of defeating doubt [4:00] - Why you can\u2019t conform and create at the same time [9:55] - The childhood moment that sparked Thad\u2019s unexpected path toward music [14:20] - Discovering Neil Young and realizing, \u201cThis is what I\u2019m supposed to do\u201d [24:30] - Moving to Nashville and the wild story of unexpected community support [33:50] - Thad\u2019s transformative shift from insecurity to creating from security [44:00] - How he released his latest album for $100 and made more than 13 years on Spotify [49:50] - What it means to create from the present moment with no need for external validation [56:00] - Thad\u2019s big dream: building a new music economy and going platinum without streaming \ud83d\udd17 Links & Resources: Thad Cockrell\u2019s album \u201cThe Kid\u201d \u2014 Available exclusively via his site Learn more about Thad\u2019s journey and upcoming projects at thadcockrell.com Past guest: Thom Asta's episode  \ud83d\ude4c Enjoyed This Episode? If this conversation sparked something in you, I\u2019d love for you to leave a review, share the episode, or hit that follow button. Your support means the world and helps more people find the podcast. Thanks for being part of the adventure! ","author_name":"On Adventure Podcast with Josh Self","author_url":"https:\/\/sites.libsyn.com\/432426","html":"