Presenting: The Craft of Being with Guest Alek Lev

This podcast episode of "The Craft of Being," hosted by Anna Schumacher, features Alek Lev, a director and producer known for his work on the "How We Made Your Mother" podcast, as well as other film and podcast projects. The conversation explores the nature of creativity, the balance between artistic vision and the practical requirements of production, and the collaborative process in creative endeavors. They discuss Alek's experiences in directing and producing, the importance of structure versus freedom in creative work, and his approach to projects, including his role in "How We Made Your Mother." The discussion also touches on the definition of art versus creativity, and the creative skill sets that Alek finds most interesting.