Creative Moonlighting
Booking Overview
Metrics
Episodes: 55
Frequency: Irregular
Rating: 5.0/5.0
Estimated listeners: 100 - 1,000
Gender skew: Neutral
Listener location: USA
Contact Information
Publicly listed emails
mattjthornton1980@gmail.com
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Host
Denise Thornton - Educator, independent creative, and producer who co-hosts the show with Matthew Thornton and shares experience balancing creative work with professional and family responsibilities.
Matthew J. Thornton - Filmmaker, educator, and independent creative focused on filmmaking, storytelling, entrepreneurship, and building a sustainable creative career.
Booking Intelligence
Booking Requirements
Recent Guest Discussions
Chad Peters - Finding Time For Creative Work While Running A Business And Raising A Family, Becoming A Beginner Again, Writing Craft, Historical Fiction, And Defining Creative Success.
Julie Bonner - Building A Creative Career Across Multiple Revenue Streams, Freelance Design, Teaching, Product Creation, Art Licensing, Entrepreneurship, Networking, And Sustainable Career Development.
Jean Acuna - Skincare, Holistic Wellness, Listening To The Body, Self-care, Confidence, And Healthy Lifestyle Practices.
Luis Puron - Arts Leadership, Fundraising, Community Relationships, Supporting Artists, Cultural Enrichment, Fiscal Responsibility, And Rebuilding After Hurricane Harvey.
Recent Topics
Episodes
Ep. 54 - Small Bites: The Creative Itch with Chad Peters
September 08, 2026
The Creative Itch — Highlights with Chad PetersWhat happens when you’ve already built a successful career and a full life, but another part of you still wants to create?This special highlights edition of Creative Moonlighting pulls together some of our favorite moments from our conversation with Chad Peters — chiropractor, business owner, lifelong reader, and author of the historical novel The Lone Star Fair.Chad talks about realizing he needed a creative outlet outside of his professional li...
Ep. 54 - The Creative Itch: Chad Peters on Writing, Work & The Lone Star Fair
September 08, 2026
What happens when you’ve built a successful career, raised a family, and created a life you genuinely value, but there’s still another part of you asking to be used?In this episode of Creative Moonlighting, Denise and Matthew sit down with longtime friend Dr. Chad Peters, a Corpus Christi chiropractor, business owner, lifelong reader, and now six-time author whose newest book, The Lone Star Fair, takes him into historical fiction for the first time.Buy Chad Peters’ The Lone Star Fair on Amaz...
Ep. 53 - You're Not Scattered; You're Layered w/ Julie Bonner
April 21, 2026
Welcome to Creative Moonlighting — a podcast about building a creative life that actually works.Hosted by filmmaker Matthew J. Thornton and producer Denise Thornton, Creative Moonlighting explores what it really means to pursue your craft while navigating careers, relationships, and the realities of making a living doing what you love. From film and storytelling to business, entrepreneurship, and creative identity, the show is built for independent artists, filmmakers, and creatives who are n...
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Frequently asked questions
How do I get in touch with Creative Moonlighting?
Creative Moonlighting is hosted by Denise Thornton and Matthew J. Thornton. Its publicly listed email is mattjthornton1980@gmail.com. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.
What is the email for Creative Moonlighting?
The publicly listed email for Creative Moonlighting: mattjthornton1980@gmail.com.
How many listeners does Creative Moonlighting have?
Podseeker estimates Creative Moonlighting reaches 100 to 1,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.
Who is an ideal guest for Creative Moonlighting?
Creative Moonlighting typically books working professionals with real expertise. Typical guest background: Independent artists, creative entrepreneurs, authors, designers, educators, wellness practitioners, and arts leaders with practical experience building a creative career, business, audience, or community impact. Common among recent guests: Published books or other creative work; Established creative businesses or multiple revenue streams; Professional teaching, training, or educational experience. Recent guests include Chad Peters, Julie Bonner, and Jean Acuna.
How hard is it to get booked on Creative Moonlighting?
Low. A guest with relevant expertise and a clear angle for its audience has a realistic chance.
What topics does Creative Moonlighting cover?
Recent episodes cover Creative Entrepreneurship, Creative Careers, Independent Artists, Filmmaking, and Writing. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.
Publicly listed emails
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