On Episode 139 of The TLB Podcast, James speaks with Ryan Rado, artist, musician, and host of Make It Perfect, about what it means to chase perfection in art and life — and why imperfection might be the most beautiful part of the process.They explore how creative expression exposes our vulnerabilities, how authenticity and self-awareness guide the artistic journey, the evolution of Nashville’s art and music scenes, and reflections on the pursuit of meaning, expression, and truth — where imperfection becomes its own kind of perfection.Support the ShowEarly access on Patreon → https://tinyurl.com/mva2z9seAudio-only on Spotify → https://tinyurl.com/ytfnwx6sConnect with Ryan RadoWebsite: https://www.ryanrado.comYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@makeitperfectInstagram (Personal): https://www.instagram.com/ryan_radoInstagram (Make it Perfect): https://www.instagram.com/makeitperfectshowChapters00:00 - Intro02:18 - Concept Behind Make It Perfect06:30 - Defining Perfection in Art11:44 - Existential Conversations18:20 - Ryan's Background24:37 - Balancing Art and Administration29:39 - AI in Art34:25 - Transitioning from Music to Painting40:04 - Navigating Narcissism in Creativity42:08 - The Price of Fame47:14 - Connecting Through Vulnerability54:52 - The Pursuit of Authenticity01:14:49 - Nashville’s Heavy Music Scenes01:25:35 - Navigating Guest Dynamics01:37:53 - Paranoia and Acceptance01:45:43 - Balance Through Music01:56:20 - Confronting Mortality in Western Culture#Art #Creativity #Podcast #RyanRado #MakeItPerfect #Authenticity #Existentialism #SelfAwareness #Vulnerability #Nashville #Music #Painting #ArtistInterview #PersonalGrowth #Mortality #Philosophy #UrbanLife #TheTLBPodSupport the showPatreon Tiktok Instagram YouTube

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