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In celebration of World Creativity and Innovation Week, host Leah McClelland talks to digital writer and content creator Ellyn Shepherd and photographer/videographer Mick Russell about their creative processes.-Audio grabs - Julie Burstein (Ted Talk - 4 Lessons in Creativity)References:Steal Like an Artist - Austin KleonMotherhood and Creativity - Rachel PowerBig Magic - Elizabeth GlibertSBS tv show - Global VillageMovie - AmelieThe People of the Book by Geraldine BrookesNational Gallery of Victoria Frederick McCubbin paintingsThe Confidence Chronicles podcastBusiness Daily BBC narrative podcastThe Indicator podcastPlanet Money podcastSeth Godin's workChase Jarvis' workContact details:Mick Russell can be found @mickrussell_ on instagram or electricrocket.com.auEllyn Shepherd can be found @ellyn.shepherd on instagram, ellynshepherd.com.au or wordpopcreative coming soon on insta and facebookLeah McClelland can be found @leahnmcc on instagram or via email leahnataliemcclelland@gmail.com

Host Leah McClelland speaks to Author, Horticulturalist and Artist, Annie Raser-Roland, for Sustainability Month. They discuss Annie's lifestyle of spending less to live more and her second book (co-authored with Adam Grubb) The Art of Frugal Hedonism.Topics discussed:-Advertising-A challenge to the "treat yourself' mentality -Experiences over gifts-Being present and being appreciative-Stingy vs Frugal-Listener questions for AnnieIf you'd like to learn more about Annie Raser-Rowland or contact her, check out: frugalhedonism.comIf you'd like to get in contact with Leah McClelland head to instagram - @yourpodcastpresent or @leahnmcc

Host Leah McClelland speaks to play guru Daniel Teitelbaum about the importance of play. As adults we often reject the idea of play or time being purposeless. Daniel unpacks how paramount play is to thinking, resilience, problem solving and wellness.To learn more about Daniel Teitelbaum's work or contact him, you can go to danielteitelbaum.com To contact Leah McClelland you can go to instagram @yourpodcastpresent or @leahnmcc

Host Leah McClelland speaks to Melanie Sleap from Plan International and Collective Shout for "16 Days of Activism Against Gender Based Violence"They discuss:LanguageGender inequalityAdvertising - the objectification and sexualisation of womenRespectful Relationships curriculumCollective Shout Healthy masculinityPrivilege Domestic violence

Host Leah McClelland speaks with Founder of Non Airbrushed Me and Nyata, Amber Gwynn, about living with MS, disrupting the fashion and beauty industries, building a special online community and they carry out some small acts of kindness for World Kindness Day.Amber can be found at @amberdawnmodel or @nonairbrushedme and her clothing line can be found @nyataLeah can be found @yourpodcastpresent or @leahnmcc

Host Leah McClelland speaks to expert in children's behaviour, Chrissie Davies about being an advocate for children. They also discuss tantrums, patterns, communication and expectations. Happy Children's Week - may you celebrate the little ones in your life and all of their marvellous achievements.Chrissie can be found at @chrissiechaostocalmLeah can be found at @leahnmcc or @yourpodcastpresentIf you enjoyed the episode, please rate it and leave a review - your feedback matters.

Host Leah McClelland speaks to Clinical Psychologist Laura Scherman about mental health and how to get support. Leah also interviews Beyond Blue Ambassador and owner of Bad Mums Club, Lisa Boyce, about her journey with anxiety.If you, or someone you know, needs support, call Lifeline on 13 11 14.Laura can be contacted at @fulllifepsychologyLisa can be contacted at @bad.mums.clubLeah can be contacted at @yourpodcastpresent or @leahnmcc

Leah speaks to driveshow radio host Will McMahon about his career, depression and mindfulness. If you or someone you know needs support, contact Lifeline on 13 11 14.

It's Father's Day so in celebration Leah welcomes two Melbourne dads, Jase Hawkins and Tommy Jackett, on the show. They discuss everything from careers to parenting. Gift ideas? Advice? Dad jokes? We've got you covered this Father's Day.

Leah asks former Fashion Journo Gemma Watts to please explain Melbourne Fashion Week. They also play a humorous game about 90s fashion. Whether you're a fashionista or a fash-disaster, you'll find something entertaining in there!

This episode celebrates motherhood with the help of a range of guests. Laugh along with Monique Bowley, Holy Brunnbauer and Elle Macpherson and host Leah McClelland as they keep you company on Mother's Day.