Podcasts about Creative

In episode #1896, Neil and Eric talk about How to Scale Ad Spend on Facebook Without Losing Control. When you start spending on Facebook ads, what will often happen is that your conversions will go up, but they will be outpaced by rising costs. Tune in to learn how to avoid this trap and optimize your ad spending without losing control! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today's topic: How to Scale Ad Spend on Facebook Without Losing Control. [00:30] What it means to lose control of your Facebook ad spending. [01:12] How to effectively ramp up slowly with Facebook. [01:35] How to feed Facebook with better data. [01:58] Why you should duplicate a successful campaign. [02:23] Creative fatigue and how it can ruin your ROI. [03:18] That's it for today! [03:33] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information or call us on 310-349-3785!   Links Mentioned in Today's Episode:   Subscribe to our premium podcast (with tons of goodies!): https://www.marketingschool.io/pro   Leave Some Feedback:   What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review.   Connect with Us:    Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout  Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel  Twitter @ericosiu

Selim Nurudeen is the Owner and Creative Director at SinVista Creations, LLC, a graphic design and multimedia firm. He is a two-time Olympian who participated and was a semi-finalist in the 2008 (Beijing) and 2012 (London) Olympics in the Track and Field 110m hurdles representing his native country, Nigeria.   Selim earned his Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) degree in Industrial and Product Design from the University of Notre Dame.  While at Notre Dame, Selim was an NCAA All-American and four-time Notre Dame Monogram winner for Track and Field. He's earned a Master of Science in Design (MSD) degree from Arizona State University and a Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) degree in Corporate Finance from Florida International University.    In this episode, he shares: Changes he made to his mindset and preparation to go from not making state finals in track to representing Nigeria in the 2008 & 2012 Olympics   What caused him to change his major from pre-medicine to industrial & product design     How having Attention Deficit Disorder served as his superpower in a way to enable him to be intensely focused on both his track performance and academics   How his design business started as a side hustle to earn money while he was training for the 2012 Olympics   Also mentioned in this episode: Selim's new book (with Mike Brown from Journey to Jupiter Episode 44): Little Netta's Gift   Connect with Selim! LinkedIn Facebook Instagram YouTube   ---------- Sign up for my contact list to be the first to know about new offerings and to receive my note on all things!   You can also stay connected with Journey to Jupiter via..... Email: jetaun@jetaundavis.com Website: jetaundavis.com Instagram: @JourneyJupiter Twitter: @JourneyJupiter Facebook: @JourneyJupiter ----- Produced by Ken Inge of Dead End Hip Hop

Dear Black Girl Creative, There is beauty in seeing things as they are; not how you want them to be. Today I sit with my dear friend and fellow Black Girl Creative, Alexis. She is learning to paint, stepping into her creative practice to heal ancestral trauma and create fertile grounds for her descendants. We talk about SO much in this episode: why aging is beautiful, how capitalism kills our creativity, honoring our ancestors in our work, storytelling through our art, healing the trauma, dreaming of a better tomorrow, how to work through perfectionism and imposter syndrome, why you should create for the sake of creating, Following your intuition, inspiration wrapped in matter, and SO much more! Support Alexis https://www.resonance-network.org Be open to the infinite possibilities that can come with STARTING MESSY. Keep Being. Love, Alecia Download the Song "Sing (La La La) here: https://aleciarenece.bandcamp.com/track/sing-la-la-la Stream Song Here: https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/aleciarenece/sing-la-la-la ***Black Girl Creative Toolkit: https://mailchi.mp/c0e2cb842069/black-girl-creative-toolkit-may21 * Black Girl Manifesto: A Love Letter to Black Women Creators, Dreamers and Makers: https://mailchi.mp/3654233b84c2/black-girl-creative-manifesto Support it on Blurb: https://www.blurb.com/b/10518685-black-girl-creative-manifesto Support it on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08TG29VYD/ref=cm_sw_r_tw_dp_F1E6DB4K9PGXSNH0GGDS?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1 ----------------------------------------- Follow Me On Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/aleciarenece Join Our Free Black Girl Creative Membership: https://black-girl-creative-collective.mn.co/ My Gift To You: 7 Day Love Letter and Encouragement Here: https://mailchi.mp/8fe163cbcd28/black-girl-creative-podcast-love-letter Let's Be Friends: Send Me a Voice Mail: ‪(240) 343-5735‬ https://www.aleciarenece.com IG: Alecia Renece Email: alecia.renece@gmail.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/AleciaRenece Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/AleciaRenece --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thefreeblackwoman/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thefreeblackwoman/support

Jeff sits down with Nicole Poole as she shares very deeply about her life journey, about her work in the community that is making love cool again in Oklahoma City through SPARK! and her pandemic street art, about her evolution as a human being, an artist, and as a creative changemaker.To learn more about Nicole and her projects, visithttps://www.nicolepoole.comTo learn about SPARK!visithttps://www.sparklahoma.comABOUT NICOLEI am a broker of delightful disruption hell-bent on making love cool again.After a couple of decades in NYC and a few years in Paris, I have returned to Oklahoma, where I seek opportunities to connect with other curious humans, create art, and initiate projects for the common good.  My background is multidisciplinary collaboration, where generosity and authentic response transcend discipline, language and culture. Spending decades in creative spaces governed by “I don't know - let's be lost together” has taught me that curiosity in the face of uncertainty fosters deep connection, full expression and collective transformation. Process is the product, and the medium is, as always, the message. My personal journey of healing from Complex Trauma/C-PTSD is rooted in compassion, and I am uniquely able to create brave, safe spaces that nurture vulnerability, the surest path to risk, growth and innovation.  My primary tool in performance is Soundpainting, a universal sign language for live composition, powered by the offerings of the performers, sculpted in real time to highlight the immediacy of live performance and the power of improvisation.Maverick Arts, LLC is the arm of my work that incorporates my artistic expertise with my desire to advocate for cultural dialogue and experience. I partner with individuals, non-profits, governmental organizations, educational institutions and industry to provide dynamic initiatives powered by global creative experience, expansive social perspective and contemporary collaborative expertise. ABOUT SPARK!SPARK! is a daring and diverse new ensemble of acclaimed artists joining forces to bring cutting-edge, immersive performance to the heart of OKC. SPARK! harnesses collective creativity to ignite community healing and cohesion, rethinking how the arts engage with each other, and with the public."We need spaces to heal from the trauma of isolation, division, inequity and loss brought or revealed by the past year.Live performance is uniquely poised to foster belonging, meaning and unity. But to do so effectively, I believe we've gotta rethink and transcend both the idea of shared space and the transactional, passive entertainment we've become accustomed to. Throughout my career as a collaborative performing artist, I have seen, time and again, that creating a performance together, in a public space, has the power to activate  vibrant, light-hearted and radically inclusive engagement. In fact, studies have proven this - the evolutionary psychology concept of positivity resonance explains why our heartbeats synchronize when we gather: collaborative, shared co-experience of positive emotion is the most elemental building block of love. I feel called at this moment in our lives to share the expertise I've honed in NYC and Europe with my hometown of OKC. Intentionally applied radical collaboration can help us come together with curiosity, compassion, joy and play. That's what SPARK! is all about."Nicole Poole, Producing Artistic DirectorSPARK! joyfully merges dance, visual art, music, poetry and theatre into wildly unpredictable, one-of-a-kind happenings created with the public in pop-up locations accessible to the broader OKC community. Our events are free of charge and intended to reconnect us through active creativity, radical collaboration and shared humanity.

Welcome back to the Reality Wine Down! This week we have breakups, engagements, RHONY gossip and some Winter House thoughts. Then we play a "Guess that Housewife" where we guess the housewife based off their halloween costume.. well in my case their everyday clothes because we got our lines crossed on the games rules. Next we get into RHOP where they are still on their couples trip, RHOSLC with the Lisa/Whitney drama continuing, and RHOBH reunion part 2 where we get some more scoop on the EJ/Tom of it all! Cheers! Time Stamps:Hot takes - 8:26Game - 27:18RHOP - 34:04RHOSLC - 48:26RHOBH - 1:10:18

Building a New Type of Relationship“For the future of commerce to thrive, brands must be able to own those direct relationships with their customers.” -RosaIn recent news, Yotpo and Shopify have joined in a platform partnership to help accelerate  Yotpo's growth and ultimately empower merchants to grow their relationships with consumers. “It's never been more important than now to truly understand your customer. This partnership with Shopify allows us to grow that relationship and loyalty with customers.” -RosaHow does Yotpo  provide more value to customers compared to others? It's the little things. Packaging, service, 24-hour chat help, and more. They work on delivering their promise to their merchants. When you give your customers choice and let them give the opportunity to set their values, they'll feel a mutual value exchange. In the end, you will be better off because you will be using tools to build empathy rather than using tools to engage. We are needing a new type of marketer. The creative and the relational need to come together. This new marketer focuses on loyalty and creating relationships with customers at the same time.“Even if your customers are shopping in-store, you need to make sure you're tying their online and in-store experience together. They need to stay connected” -Rosa Associated Links:Learn more about Rosa Hu, and YotpoListen to our other episodes of Future CommerceCheck out our latest report: Nine by NineSubscribe to InsidersHave any questions or comments about the show? Let us know on Futurecommerce.fm, or reach out to us on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, or LinkedIn. We love hearing from our listeners!

Meet our final guest on our livestream speaker series: ELIZA SLOANE! Creative artist, chef, yoga teacher, and intuitive coach, Eliza loves using creative self-expression and the evolutionary journey of the soul in her work with clients. She is passionate about self-growth, healing, and being self-led. In addition to discussing why she chose the path of a coach (or perhaps why it chose her), Eliza shares insights on the power of holding sacred space for clients. Eliza is a graduate of Magic Makers Coach Certification, a powerhouse program dedicated to helping you master the craft AND business of intuitive coaching online. We are now accepting applications for our next class. This is our 7th year offering this program with live coaching and support, and the upcoming class is the FINAL live round of the program. I'm so excited to see who joins us for this game-changing experience! Details + application > http://MagicMakersCoach.com. Tune in to this episode of COACH MAGIC and get inspired to take the next right step in your work.

Why is talking about sex so hard? How can we use creativity to approach these conversations so we don't have to navigate through shame, defensiveness, insecurity, and general awkwardness? Can talking about sex creatively result in more interesting sex life?Effy and Jackie sit down with Jennifer Beman to discuss her work, the Graphic Sex Project where Jennifer offers a simple and creative methodology that helps people tell the story of their sexuality. They discuss how this approach cuts through the barriers and encourage a more open dialogue about sex and sexuality as well as personal desires, fantasies, wishes, and interests.  You can learn more about Jennifer Beman and the Graphic Sex Project at graphicsexproject.com to make your own graph and on Instagram @graphicsexproject If you have a question that you would like to explore on the show, reach out to us and we may answer your question on one of our upcoming episodes. Leave us a voicemail at 201-870-0063 or email us at listening@wearecuriousfoxes.comFollow us:fb.com/WeAreCuriousFoxesinstagram.com/wearecuriousfoxesJoin the conversation:fb.com/groups/CuriousFoxSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/wearecuriousfoxes)

In this episode, we are so excited to be joined again by Phil Pallen, a social media expert and brand strategist. Today he joins us to talk about the seven types of rest, diversifying one's income, and setting boundaries with our clients. No matter our job or background- we can all use these tips and skills in our lives to be our best version of ourselves. Tune in to learn more on these topics as Phil shares his experiences with us. In this episode: [07:06] Phil describes the 7 types of rest: physical, mental, sensory, creative, emotional, social, and lastly, spiritual rest.  [19:06] How using these types of rest can help your brain regroup and reset for new thoughts and ideas [20:32] Diversifying your income and being able to give yourself a small safety net from passive income [26:00] Creative outlets that can create income opportunity [28:12] Setting boundaries with your clients and why that's important [30:00] Scripts and pricing strategies for working with clients based projects and/or on time spent KEY TAKEAWAYS: Rest for our body and brain is necessary to create fresh new thoughts and ideas Plant seeds with your ideas and stay consistent. Things don't always happen overnight- but can become a success over time. Diversifying your income and creating new revenue streams isn't something that will happen overnight but can be something that will come to fruition in the future for you- it's important to keep working on it.  Creating boundaries with clients is important to keeping that work/life balance and not opening your door to be contacted at any hour. Creating a contact and pricing system will help with those client relationships Meet Phil Pallen Phil Pallen is a Los Angeles-based brand strategist. He works with personalities on major TV networks in the U.S. Phil's digital campaigns have been featured by hundreds of media outlets. When he's not on Twitter or Instagram, Phil is speaking at conferences around the world about social media and branding. Resources: www.Emilymorrowhome.com www.philpallen.co/blog Quotes: Some angry guy with road rage just yelled out his window “I'm gonna make your life a living hell!” I yelled back “Thanks, but I'm not looking for a relationship right now.” Go to the gym enough and the weights don't get lighter; you get stronger. Take action enough and things don't get easier; you get consistent. Stresses in life don't get less stressful; you learn how to handle them better. Keep getting 1% better. Every day. Sponsor: Emily Morrow Home began with a love story—a life-long love for design that grew into a profession. After more than 30 years of practicing interior design, Emily has embarked on a new journey in life. Welcome to her new enterprise, Emily Morrow Home, a collection of flooring and home décor products inspired by Emily's life, loves and worldly adventures. From her treks across the African continent, snorkeling with sea turtles to colorful reefs, endless interiors markets and shows from Asia to Europe, or speaking to designers and architects about the latest trends, her exclusive brand of hardwood flooring is head and shoulders above the others in their lasting quality and timeless designs and colors.

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Back we go into the Bricking News!  This week LEGOLAND rides just keep coming!  New ones out now and new ones on the way.  I guess I need to get to a LEGOLAND to try them out.  Lots of Harry Potter activities as well as the 20th anniversary year comes to a close and bricklink round 2 sales are coming soon!  Check out what we talk about today:Factory Adventure rideBrick Friday VIP weekendKids room transformed!Harry Potter Mystery scavenger huntNeville also LOVES LEGOInsider Tour signupsHome Alone set revealed (link)Raspberry pi + LEGOStar Wars CastawaysBricklink Designer Program Round 2Set Trafficer ArrestedCustom minifigures Downtown DisneyPirate River RideCollectible minifigures 22Adidas and NBANew Dots Designer (application)If you are interested in joining the Back 2 Brick team reach out to be on Instagram at @back2brick2Designer interviews posted every Monday!Bricking News posted every Friday!Have a question? Want to be a guest? Send me a message!InstagramCheck my pages out!Back 2 Brick Links!Back 2 Brick Podcast is not an affiliate nor endorsed by the LEGO Group.LEGO, the LEGO logo, the Minifigure, and the Brick and Knob configurations are trademarks of the LEGO Group of Companies. ©2021 The LEGO Group.

In this episode I explore what Creative Fabrica has to offer print on demand sellers I do my best to highlight useful tools, graphics, & ESPECIALLY fonts that they've got (All of which is available for a $1 entry-fee promotion using this link

"If you're not focused on inclusion and diversity in your products, you're really just limiting yourself from who might want to engage with your product or your experience, because they're out there." Lyndsay Pearson, the VP of Franchise Creative for The Sims at EA sits down with Enterprise Strategist Jake Burns, to talk about The Sims, inclusion, diversity, and whats next.

Paul Shahriari, Chief Innovation Officer and Founder of Ecomedes, sat down with Godfrey Vice President of Creative Scott Trobaugh and Senior Strategist Donna Harris to talk about Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG). ESG has gone beyond simply being a buzzword — now B2B brands increasingly view it as a core value, intended to serve as an integrated part of their offering to customers, employees, investors and other stakeholders. In this episode, Paul brings his two decades of experience to the conversation about the trends, challenges and opportunities brands now have to make a positive impact on their business and the world around them.  Paul shares: Emerging trends in sustainability How the built environment is undergoing a sustainability renaissance The importance of offering value in sustainable solutions The value of implementing ESG with a multidisciplinary mindset Why data-driven ESG decision-making matters Ways ESG metrics could evolve  About the Speakers:PAUL SHAHRIARI  Chief Innovation Officer and Founder Ecomedes Paul Shahriari is the Chief Innovation Officer and Founder of Ecomedes, a cloud-based technology platform designed to simplify sustainability and ESG-driven decision-making. The Ecomedes platform helps users deliver increased ROI, reduce environmental impacts and be healthier through the selection of better products to their organizations and the buildings they design, build and operate.  Paul is an authority on sustainability, high-performance green building and the application of technology to the design and construction process. He has been a visionary in the field of sustainability through his consulting practice, GreenMind Inc., and has served over 150 clients since 2000. A sought-after speaker and a master speaker at USGBC Greenbuild Conference, he has delivered over 500 presentations nationally and internationally during his career, on topics including green technology, green jobs, eco-entrepreneurialism, green rating systems, green marketing and cost/benefit analysis.  In addition to Ecomedes, he founded two other technology companies: ecologic3, the first project software that produces cost/benefit analysis for green building projects, and ecoScorecard, the first web-based environmental documentation software for manufacturers working in commercial and residential construction. DONNA HARRISSenior Strategist  As a senior strategist at Godfrey, Donna is fascinated with industry trends and market research. She supports account teams with insight and strategic planning and thrives on conquering challenges that keep clients up at night. SCOTT TROBAUGHVice President of Creative As Vice President of Creative at Godfrey, Scott leads teams in creative problem-solving, with the goal of tethering outlandish ideas to workable business realities.

Danika Wilkinson is a product marketer at Social Point, where she is responsible for the overall, high level marketing strategy of one of their games. She strategises all aspects of game marketing, and guides UA specialists in performance analysis and optimisations.Today's conversation is an update on a topic that we discussed with Danika the last time we spoke with her on the Mobile User Acquisition Show. Today we talk about how she and her team completely  revamped  their creative process – and broke out of a creative rut.We go in depth about what inspired them to hit the reset button, what the elements of the reset looked like, what some of their challenges were, and how Danika brought different teams together to work towards a single goal to revamp their creative process. There are so many insights in this conversation for those of us that are often hesitant to bring about big changes in workflow, and for those of us wanting to unlock new creative winners for their marketing – and I highly recommend this.Key Highlights

In a world of average Joe's, you may be the kind who wants to set yourself apart. And, its small changes that can make a big difference for you. You can be more kind, committed, creative and have the courage to follow through. Focusing on these can help propel you to be a better person, in differentiating yourself from the rest, and creating a space of your own. And, you should do it to be a better person, someone who can stand up to be an inspiration to others. Tune in...

Welcome to Episode 73 of the Different Animals Podcast and this week we talk about Ratchet & Clank, The Thing, Y the Last man, some quick NBA news and Jon Gruden catching (deservedly) the ultimate stray This podcast is available on Youtube, Spotify, Stitcher, Apple Podcasts and wherever else you catch your podcasts. You can catch us on IG and Twitter @DifAnimalsPod or email us directly at DifferentAnimalsPodcast@gmail.com with any feedback or suggestions. S/O to @Creative.Collin on IG for the dope Artwork. S/O to @EdERuger and @PhilliePhr3sh for the dope theme. Enjoy, and we'll see you in a week. PEACE. Find out more at https://different-animals-podcast.pinecast.co This podcast is powered by Pinecast.

“Influencers have proven organically to be able to create content that engages with people” @TaylorLagace  #DTCPOD“We're trying to find as many veins as possible to bleed dry, and  once one starts going, we want to lean into that as much as possible.” @TaylorLagace #DTCPOD“People tend to allow human decision making into the matter a little bit too much.” @TaylorLagace #DTCPOD“The only way you lose the only way you miss the opportunity is if you do not put the creative into the account and let Facebook try to allow it to win and optimize.” @TaylorLagace #DTCPOD“You have to think about how you can make this more of a postal experience for the influencer.” @TaylorLagace #DTCPODWe Speak About:[01:10] Taylor introduces himself and Kynship[02:49] Going from zero to a million in four months with Anima House[07:16] The importance of content[09:02] What expectations to set for budget and creators[12:00] How to launch creative and save money[15:00] When to swap out creative[18:54] Finding and establishing creator product fit[21:39] Limiting the human decision making in creator marketing[24:41] The 500 influencer outreach strategy[26:00] How to optimize the influencer creative content[28:25] Advice for how to manage creative[31:38] What's next for Kynship and where to find the brand, and Taylor Lagace onlineHow to go from 0 to $1M in 4 months with the use of creatorsTaylor Lagace, Co-founder and Co-CEO of Kynship, joins the POD to give some insight on the marketing agency's growth, content creative strategies for brands, and influencer marketing. Kynship is an influencer marketing agency that has created tremendous growth for brands.Taylor recognized that a no strings attached approach to influencer marketing is one of many effective creator strategies can save brands money but also attract growthThe approach consists of reaching out to a large number of influencers per month with no expectation of receiving product promotion and beginning organic growth from there. Taylor recommends budgeting 2% of your annual revenue towards product seating over the course of the year.Content is king, creative is everything Kynship stands out as an advertising and marketing agency that specializes in influencer strategiesThe brand fosters growth for businesses by implementing the power of influencers and allowing facebook to optimize creative contentTaylor recognizes the power of creative and treats it as part of the business model that should be reviewed and edited monthly.  The business additionally optimizes the influencer strategy for brands by pinpointing the creators generating the most attention and continuing to implement them as part of the marketing plan.Taylor recommends looking back at every three months and analyze who the top performers were out of all the influencers that ended up posting free of costStay tuned as Taylor discusses how Kynship uses influencer seeding and why having a human factor in creator marketing may lead to higher profitsIf you'd like to learn more about Trend and our influencer marketing platform for influencers and brands visit trend.io. You can also follow us for tips on growing your following and running successful campaigns on Instagram and LinkedIn.Mentioned Links:Kynship website: https://kynship.co/Taylor Lagace twitter: https://twitter.com/TaylorLagace

"I put the word “aging' in quotation marks because getting older is not so much about aging to me—depending on how you look at it, I think it can emphasize the idea that it's really about living ..."  Welcome to Episode 76 of Roll With Peace, In Mind. Today's riff is This Thing Called Aging--Learning To Go With The Flow. I discuss this phenomenon called Aging, the thoughts, patterns and behaviors that push it faster or slow it down; the thoughts, patterns and behaviors that make it miserable or pleasurable... This an onis going topic that I will revisit from time to time and if you want to share your thoughts/impressions/experiences of what you're learning that's a positive thing, please send me your testimonial though my website And I've got a workshop & a group class to tell you about-- 1) To Forgive is Divine: Guided Meditation & Journaling Workshop Saturday October 23rd and Sunday October 24th at 10:30AM EDT I will be offering this 90 minute workshop. Is there someone or maybe many people in your life that you're having trouble forgiving but you want to? Inwardly you know being unforgiving is holding you back from living a fuller more peaceful life. This workshop puts you on the road to freedom. Click title for more information. 2) End of The Month ChillOut: StressBusters Guided Meditation October 31st at 1:00PM EDT. This is my End of The Month virtual guided meditation group class. Click title for more information. Check out my website for testimonials! * * * Please tell your friends and family about this podcast, word of mouth is da the bomb-diggedy! **Producing a podcast takes a great deal of time, effort, and patience--especially when you are the Creator, Host, Producer, Writer, Editor, Artwork Creator/Designer and also the person to find, book, and interview the guests--it's a pretty massive job. And all of that with no monetary compensation. That's why I can use your help, please consider becoming a Podcast Patron for my Roll With Peace, In Mind podcast. Your contribution would assist me in continuing to create this valuable free product of service that promotes empowerment, peace of mind, shares stress and anxiety relief tips, inspires mindfulness and positivity. Join my mailing list to keep up with new events, products and workshops Click here *** And lastly, who am I? I am Jacquie Bird of Jacquie Bird, Spiritual Wellness. I have lived as a performing artist, Creative, and teacher since the age of 18. Bumps in the road? Um yeah...a LOT! They hurt? Uh huh, made a grown girl cry. But everything is a step in The Journey, to be Experienced and to be Learned from. Today I navigate with much more Grace, Wisdom, Joy, Intention, Mindfulness, Humor and GRATITUDE. In these podcast episodes, I share what I have learned and am still learning, with YOU. For more on my products and services, hit me up on my site Jacquie Bird, Spiritual Wellness  Thank you for listening!

Sean Brennan is my friend and collaborator, an incredible musician, and the editor of this podcast. And today I'm bringing him in front of the mic to share with us about his creative process. A lot of us have been taught that being creative and making art requires diligence and routine. Sean's here to argue that routine can often be the enemy of creativity. So instead, what can you do today to mix things up? To change your perspective? I'll say, this is all stuff I really needed to hear! And for a special treat, listen all the way to the end of the episode and you'll get to hear the latest song from his band Strange Weather. 

“Man, sometimes it takes a long time to sound like yourself.” -Miles DavisWe talk about finding our creative voice all the time. But Miles Davis, an icon, offering up this news flash that nobody escapes that period of the in-between...That space inside of what we want to create and what we actually have developed the skills in order to fulfill that expectation. It can take years of hard work to close that gap. How do we keep moving and what do we do in order to remain inspired and focused?Whether you're new to your creative endeavor or a seasoned pro, you have already or are just beginning to experience this. It's the great truth of creating. Join me as we discuss.Here's the link for: Click Away Chicago 2022!(LeAnna will be teaching 3 classes total. Two on "The Beautiful Mess of Motherhood Photography" as well as one class called "Self Portraits Made Fun")Follow LeAnna and Curating the Curious:Instagram: @curating.the.curious                        @leanna_azzolini_photographyWebsite:leannaazzoliniphoto.com

Anastasia Leng discusses the development of AI-powered creative analytics that provides the ability to optimize distinctive brand elements like images, logos, and content of any type using empirical data on how those element's perform. Anastasia is the founder and CEO of CreativeX, a creative analytics company working to Maximize the impact of every creative decision through AI-powered technology. Host, Kevin Craine Do you want to be guest?

People often tell each other to “stay positive” in light of grim circumstances or hard times. This consistent positivity can feel forced when going through something truly terrifying, but it's exactly what helped Jeffrey Holst fight cancer, get out of bankruptcy, and retire in only seven years. Once Jeffrey committed to having no bad days, he was able to either change his day that was going poorly or see the positive in everything around him.This philosophy helped him spur on new relationships, find new partners, and close on deals creatively. It was never “we can't close on this” for Jeffrey, it was “how can we close on this.” He uses what he likes to call the “sideways eight” strategy that allows him to have infinite returns when investing, all while giving his partners and private lenders a sizable profit.Jeffrey also talks about seeing the positive attributes of negative situations, and how he was able to leave his job as a lawyer and hit financial freedom due to his cancer diagnosis and later bankruptcy. If Jeffrey was able to dominate the multifamily market with an underwater net worth, think of what YOU can accomplish in the world of real estate investing!In This Episode We Cover:Buying properties without credit, money, or experience Creative financing strategies that allow you take tackle bigger and better dealsFighting cancer and using hard times to fuel your success Managing a portfolio of two-hundred and fifty unitsThe “last life philosophy” and how it gives you a clear path to victory Syndicating on a small scale to close multi-million dollar dealsAnalyzing your market as a "boots on the ground" investorAnd So Much More!Links from the Show:Carlton Sheets Real Estate Course InfomercialMatt Faircloth's BiggerPockets profileTony Robbins' WebsiteHal Elrod's WebsiteFour Reasons to Invest in Real Estate episode on the Old Fashioned Real Estate Show hosted by Brian Levredge and Jeffrey HolstFeras Moussa of Disrupt EquityBiggerPockets Podcast 488: From 4 Units to 2,000 and Why Large Multifamily “Isn't So ScaryWhitney Sewell of Life Bridge CapitalGoBundanceBiggerPockets Podcast 004: Commercial Real Estate Investing With Frank GallinelliBiggerPockets Radio Podcast 002: Starting Out with Karen Rittenhouse – Subject To, Direct Mail, and Investing from a Woman's PerspectiveGenerational Wealth with Dr. Tony Pennells episode on the Last Life Ever PodcastAkamai Coffee WebsiteMike Tyson's WebsiteArnold Schwarzenegger's WebsiteShaquille O'Neal's Profile Richard Branson of the Virgin GroupCheck the full show notes here: https://biggerpockets.com/show521See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ken Ham joins Yvette Hampton to talk about the ministry of Apologetics at Answers in Genesis, the Creation Museum, and the Ark Encounter, and why it's so important to empower our children with Biblical answers to life's questions. In this third interview with Schoolhouse Rocked cast member, Ken Ham, we discuss the Seven C's of History.   Support Schoolhouse Rocked Has Schoolhouse Rocked been a blessing to you? We need your help! Please consider making a tax-deductible donation to support Schoolhouse Rocked. Support from the homeschool community allows us provide resources and encouragement to homeschooling families around the world. Whether or not you can donate, we ask that EVERY listener support the show by sharing it with your friends and family, by leaving a review on iTunes, and by praying for our team. Watch this full conversation on our YouTube channel. Ken Ham is the CEO and founder of Answers in Genesis-US, the highly acclaimed Creation Museum, and the world-renowned Ark Encounter, he is the author of more than 25 books and is a cast member in Schoolhouse Rocked: The Homeschool Revolution. Ken Ham is an important cast member in Schoolhouse Rocked, releasing November 12th. Show Schoolhouse Rocked at your church or homeschool co-op, or enjoy the virtual theatrical premier at your home. Visit SchoolhouseRocked.com. Recommended Resources: Answers TV Building Strong Foundations: A Family Homeschool Experience Will They Stand: Parenting Kids to Face the Giants, by Ken Ham Already Gone: Why your kids will quit church and what you can do to stop it, By Ken Ham, Britt Beamer, and Todd Hillard Dinosaurs for Kids, by Ken Ham Answers for Kids Box Set, by Ken Ham, Bodie Hodge, and Cindy Malott   "but in your hearts honor Christ the Lord as holy, always being prepared to make a defense to anyone who asks you for a reason for the hope that is in you; yet do it with gentleness and respect," - 1 Peter 3:15 ESV Psalm 78:1-4 ESV 1 Give ear, O my people, to my teaching;     incline your ears to the words of my mouth! 2 I will open my mouth in a parable;     I will utter dark sayings from of old, 3 things that we have heard and known,     that our fathers have told us. 4 We will not hide them from their children,     but tell to the coming generation the glorious deeds of the Lord, and his might,     and the wonders that he has done. The Holy Bible, English Standard Version. ESV® Text Edition: 2016. Copyright © 2001 by Crossway Bibles, a publishing ministry of Good News Publishers.   If you are considering homeschooling or just need some great homeschooling encouragement, please check out HomegrownGeneration.com for over 9 hours of FREE homeschool videos from the Homegrown Generation Family Expo.   New, lower price! FULL ACCESS to the Homegrown Generation Family Expo is just $10!   Please take a minute to visit our sponsors and thank them for helping to bring you The Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast. We ONLY work with companies we know and love! We happily recommend these companies and their products. Are you looking for a new Math Curriculum? CTCMath specializes in providing online video tutorials that take a multi-sensory approach to learning. Creative graphics and animation, synchronized with the friendly voice of internationally acclaimed teacher, Pat Murray, make learning math easy and effective. Visit CTCmath.com today to start your free trial today.   The Institute for Excellence in Writing (IEW) equips teachers and teaching parents with methods and materials which will aid them in training their students to become confident and competent communicators and thinkers. Using the Structure and Style™ writing method, IEW will give you the ability to fill young minds with language-building skills, laying the groundwork for a lifetime of excellent writing.   Classical Conversations leads the home-centered education movement by teaching parents and students the classical tools of learning so that they can discover God's created order and beauty. Share the love of learning through a Christian worldview and fellowship with other families. Our families thrive using three keys to a great education: Classical, Christian, and Community. Podcast Topics: Ken Ham, Answers in Genesis, The Ark Encounter, The Creation Museum, Apologetics, Discipleship, Dads, Culture, Biblical Worldview, Parenting, Yvette Hampton, Interview, Cast and Crew, Schoolhouse Rocked: The Homeschool Revolution, Homeschool Movie, Homeschool Documentary, Legacy

Welcome back to Season Six of Happy Porch Radio. Today, we are joined by Julia Venn from Foodwise, a social enterprise which fights against food waste, and food insecurity by helping businesses repurpose their own food in order to help people in need. We talk to Julia about the importance of distinguishing between contexts across Africa's diverse countries, and how she came to leave Germany to co-found Foodwise Mauritius, Morocco, Ivory Coast, and Madagascar.  She unpacks the important work that Foodwise does and how it ties in with the circular economy, and shares the powerful insight that we can't talk about Africa in the homogenous way we do about Europe. You'll also hear about her experience navigating cultural differences, and why she believes that there is something to be learned from each culture, even if they don't use the same terminology. We hope you tune in today to hear all this and more!

In the 44th episode of the Arts to Hearts podcast, our host Charuka Arora is joined in conversation by an incredible artist & her friend Sarah Detweiler who shares her story of taking the creative leap by following her instincts & on creating her most successful & celebrated body of work so far. Sarah is an artist based in Philadelphia popular for her embroidered figurative oil paintings of the "Hidden Mothers' FIND FULL SHOWNOTES OF THE EPSIODE HERE: Find Sarah on: Instagram: Website: Connect with Our Host at: Keep In Touch With Us at

Today's guest is Leslie Ehm, Swagger Coach, Amazon #1 best-selling author of Swagger: Unleash Everything You Are and Become Everything You Want, speaker, and Chief Fire Starter at Combustion Training: a creativity-fueled training company that transforms people so that they can transform organizations. In today's conversation, Leslie tells us her story; from working as a TV host, script editor, and advertising creative director, she found her true voice and started her own training company, building creative companies through a foundation of support for creative and inspirational people. We discuss the slow growth of Combustion Training due to the need for trainers to be subject-matter experts in order to avoid the sub-par training experiences that she has seen in the past. From this realization came the origin and process of Leslie's book, Swagger. Leslie shares the hard choices she made to keep her authentic voice, the methods she used to keep the words of others out of her mind, and how she connected her unique story to thought leadership. Plus, she shares the favors she called in to generate word-of-mouth for the book, and why paying back those favors is an important part of her publishing process. Three Key Takeaways: When bringing others onboard to spread your thought leadership, be picky. Only work with those who are the right fit for you. It is crucial to write your thought leadership book in your authentic, individual voice. If you ask others to promote your thought leadership, pay it back (and pay it forward).  

Ever wanted to write a book to tell your story? What if you could have the opportunity to become an Amazon best-selling author within 90 days using a proven "done for you" system that has created 100s of best-selling veteran authors? In this episode, you will learn why your story matters, how it opens more doors, and what you can do to make the creative process easier.  Impactful Moments Of Show:4:00MM: Why does your story matter. 9:00MM: Going to a place where most veterans do not want to go to make the biggest impact on people. 11:00MM: How becoming a best-selling author positions you better in the marketplace. 15:00MM: How to get off your ass and write your book! 19:00MM: The only statistically driven platform for selling your books and how to beat the algorithm. 25:00MM: One last Golden Grenade to fuel your growth and advancement in life post-military. Learn more about becoming a best selling author with Steve and team: https://www.thrivingbestsellers.com/  Show Sponsor: This show is brought to you by Audible, click here to take advantage of your 30-day free trial and gain access to 1000s of on-demand audiobooks, guided wellness programs, and Audible originals: https://www.audibletrial.com/AVPodcast 

My guest on this episode had the entrepreneurial spirit in her from a very early age.  She was selling headbands that she created on the playground at the age of 9! Stephanie went on to go to school for engineering. She also always held on to her artistic side, creating art and teaching yoga. During her yoga training, Stephanie was introduced to the vegan lifestyle.  At one point she found that there was space for more options and decided she'd create one!  She started her own company, Kind Roots and made her first product in June of 2020, The Kind Roots Burger, a 100% vegan veggie burger. She's been selling them on line, at pop ups and most recently has shown up on shelves in her first store in Scituate, MA!

Self-evidently, design and creativity are everywhere -- literally in every man-made thing we make, use, or celebrate.  According to today's guest, the act of design and creativity can benefit everyone, whether they see themselves as creative or not. Sarah Stein Greenberg is Executive Director of the d.school at Stanford (aka the Hasso Plattner Institute of Design), which explores what great design can bring to global industries.  She's the author of the book Creative Acts for Curious People: How to Think, Create and Lead in Unconventional Ways. Sarah cites the freedom of Lego construction, and her father's carpentry, as twin inspirations for her own creativity.  We talked about design as a language and creativity extending beyond the narrow realms of “art”. Among the highlights: How navigating uncertainty requires an open attitude to creativity. The importance of “meta-learning.” The value of recognizing one's own bias. Strategies for exploring serendipitous discovery. The difference between divergent and convergent ideation. How to solicit and use constructive criticism. Struggle as a sign that productive learning is occurring. How to overcome creative blockages. Enjoy! Have a question? Text me 1-206-309-5177
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James Shen is a former corporate slave turned independent creative entrepreneur. His ventures include LA Street Art Gallery, Pioneer Solutions Americas, Paint the town Podcast, Go Spray Paint, & not to mention a growing career in music production and DJing. In this episode, we talk about his journey from a pharmaceutical sales rep to music producer and why it's important to pursue your passion even when you feel like no one is supporting you, how all artists have different goals and should define their own success on happiness rather than attaching it to material outcomes, the importance of working on your craft every day to prepare yourself for big opportunities, his 3 tips on what keeps anyone happy, and why it's important to interconnect your passions with every aspect of your life so you're consistently improving your craft, growing towards your ultimate goal, and staying authentic as your true self. Learn more at TheCreativeHaven.com hosted by Mitchel Dumlao

Be sure to subscribe for more - Creation Grounds Podcast Know who casts what and measure your way to your bookings with Auditiontrackers.com ________ IG: Insta Imdb: Imdb Born in Philly, Brian Anthony Wilson (BAW) is an actor and producer known best for his role as Vernon Holley on HBO's "The Wire" he has also appeared in "The Postman", "Limitless", as well as "Law Abiding Citizen." He has done 8 out of the 10 August Wilson plays and is a phenomenal stage actor as well. He is extremely active and has several projects he is working on and that are upcoming. In this episode we talk about his depth of experience, "The Wire," Life/Work balance, favorite celebrity encounters and the hustle of being an actor. ________ Some Questions I Ask: Philly and The Philly Eagles. (1:37) Defining moment in his life. (2:44) On his start in acting. (3:42) August Wilson? (5:07) Life/Work Balance of Actor. (6:20) Favorite celebrity encounter? (10:20) On "The Wire" and experience working on it. (13:30) Habits and Routines in building career? (19:55) What advice would you give a younger you? (22:35) What do you believe today that you didn't belive 5 years ago? (25:24) Fav books? (26:32) What inspires you now a days? (28:09) Future and current projects? (29:28) When you think of the word "creative" who comes to mind for you and why? (30:38) How can people connect with you? (32:17) ____________ You can follow Arron at: Website: ArronLloyd.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/arronlloyd/ Facebook: Arron Lloyd Twitter: https://twitter.com/ArronLloyd Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/arronsl316 TikTok:Arronslloyd Youtube: Arron Lloyd This is NYC merch -

This week Margo is chatting about finding joy, spreading joy, and ways in which we can seek more joy with author and illustrator, Kimberley Kay. After a busy career in the travel industry running press offices for big travel companies she decided to pursue art and illustration, partly prompted by a serious knee injury which was the catalyst for a new perspective. Her bright, colorful illustrations illustrate positive emotions and happy times. She loves working with vibrant watercolor paints, free motion embroidery and intricate paper cutting techniques. Through her work under the brand of Inspire by Kim she encourages people to find joy.   Margo and Kim discuss: Life before illustration and why skiing is the main theme across all of her work Trusting in your own path and finding joy along the way The best lessons she's had from working with a coach Flexing her courage muscle and putting in the work The important role accountability and community have played in her success Immersing into courses and opportunities to release blocks and learn new techniques How and why she distracts her conscious mind while she works Using LinkedIn as it pertains to her career as an artist And more!   Kim's Ski A to Z work is part of a wider intention to encourage people to seek joy, to endeavour to find their joy and to go deep into what and where joy is for them. Joy and smiling makes the body release endorphins which are happy chemicals and natural pain killers. Her goal is to make the joy of skiing and being in the mountains more accessible by providing information and advice.   Connect with Kim: Order Ski A to Z http://inspirebykim.com/ https://www.instagram.com/inspirebykim/ https://www.facebook.com/inspirebykim

Take my new skillshare class! “Social Media for Creatives: 5 Exercises to Power Your Freelance Career” https://skl.sh/truefansclass---Listen & Subscribe on Apple Podcastshttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/creative-pep-talk/id929743897Get Episode Transcripts at creativepeptalk.com/episodes - - -SHOW NOTES- - -Nancy Duarte - TED Talkhttps://www.ted.com/talks/nancy_duarte_the_secret_structure_of_great_talks?language=enMartha Beck - Integrityhttps://marthabeck.com/the-way-of-integrity/Waxahatchee Lucinda Williams Interviewhttps://www.interviewmagazine.com/uncategorized/katie-crutchfield-and-lucinda-williams-on-staying-power-and-major-label-bullshitINVISIBLE INK by Brian McDonaldhttps://www.amazon.com/Invisible-Ink-Practical-Building-Resonate/dp/0998534471/ref=as_li_ss_tl?keywords=invisible+ink+book&qid=1550185205&s=gateway&sr=8-2&linkCode=sl1&tag=theinvinkbl08-20&linkId=6ba59b9dcf498d8505a70a4d95770928&language=en_USRostam Song Exploderhttps://songexploder.net/rostamHenson Executive Producer Halle Stanford on Creative Pep Talkhttps://www.creativepeptalk.com/episodes/2019/10/1/246-embracing-your-essence-with-the-dark-crystal-executive-producer-halle-stanfordPixar's Soulhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Soul_(2020_film)3 Billboards Outside Ebbing Missourihttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Three_Billboards_Outside_Ebbing,_MissouriFrank Chimero - Analogieshttps://frankchimero.com/blog/2011/suggestions-for-speakers/ - - -SPONSORS- - -SPOONFLOWERShop, design and sell custom fabric, wallpaper and home decor on Spoonflower - if DIYing is your jam, SPOONFLOWER is THE destination for print-on-demand fabric, wallpaper and home decor products. Visit spoonflower.com and DIY all the live long day! Spoonflower.comSTORYBLOCKSVideo is one of my most effective ways to stand out as a creator online these days - and with Storyblocks you can take your videos to the next level - with Affordable Subscriptions, Unlimited Downloads, and 1M+ Royalty Free Assets - you can level up your content at storyblocks.com/CreativePepTalk

Hello dear listener! Before we begin, would you please rate and review this podcast? TY BB!   This episode of going to be a bit raw and real. A lot has evolved in the studio since we last talked this openly. I've hired a whole new team (including my husband!). We are continuing the things that work while doing our best to weave sustainability into the productivity. My creative practice has ebbed and flowed and I'll bring you behind the scenes on that process.  I'm opening the doors to The Creative Maven Mastermind tomorrow (October 21st)! I am SO EXCITED about offering this year-long mastermind again. If you are craving a space to nourish your dreams, grow your business, and step into greater success, then apply to join us! Applications are open for just under a month.  Traveling, resting, working on health... Last summer we talked about burnout (episode 41, August 30th 2020) and the process of healing from Burnout has been slow and constant. A metaphor came to me while expressing how this process feels that I think is helpful.  Our journey happens within a beautiful mountainous landscape. There are meadows, cliffs, valleys... When you "burn out" you are, essentially falling over the edge of a cliff -- you might fall incredibly far or just a few feet. The recovery time may look different depending on how far you fall and how much energy you have to tap into. Climbing back up the mountainside is just part of the healing process. The other part is a bit sneaker. We know that falling over the cliff is less than ideal - right? that makes sense. However, we tend to flirt with danger just a bit. Maybe it's the hustle culture. Maybe it's the stack of shoulds and "musts" consistently in our orbit. Maybe it's poor habits formed early... regardless, learning that hovering near the edge of that cliff is not a sustainable way to live. I like to be close to that edge. I like the pace of it, the energy required, the "effort" of it all -- however, health (mental, physical, emotional, relational health) is not possible when near the cliff. People can't come near you. You can't make one wrong move. There is too much at risk.  My focus for 2021 and 2022 is learning to take consistent steps away from the cliff edge and into the safe and gentle spaces of the meadow where I can dance and sing and create without risk or fear. Where there is space to move and take bolder actions because the risks are less extreme if they fail. There are a lot of layers to HOW we can do that as profitable entrepreneurs (we can't just play all day -- though that would be lovely). Practically, this means hiring a team, establishing boundaries around my energy, setting expectations, being a bit more flexible/generous with deadlines and timelines, and (most importantly) respecting myself enough to care for myself.    If you can resonate with this, you are in good company. We can grow and progress together -- away from the cliff. Just back away from the cliff a little more each day. We can do this. ;) 2020-21 has been exhausting. We're doing so, so well. Now it's time to allow a little ease and healing into our lives.  This is important because when we are nourished we are able to create good and nourishing work. Let your work be big and bold in the world, dear Creative!     LINKS: The Creative Maven Mastermind (applications open tomorrow!) The Collective: a membership for Creatives Entrepreneurs The Collector's Club (for first dibs on the new studio holiday products)!

There are so many creative Halloween books and activities that you can bring to your classroom during the month of October. You know that I always want to save you time and make things a bit easier for you, so I've done the groundwork by creating a list of my top 10 favorite activities using Halloween literature. This list includes options for book-specific activities as well as activities that you can use with books of your choice. I hope these ideas spark some inspiration in you and your students this season! Show Notes: https://www.drlorifriesen.com/blog/halloween-activities Sign up for my free masterclass, 6 Ways to Make October Spooktacular (Even if you can't use the word "Halloween" in your classroom): https://www.drlorifriesen.com/october-spooktacular-masterclass-2021-opt-in Join our Beginning Teacher Talk Private FB Group now: https://www.facebook.com/groups/BeginningTeacherTalkGroup/ Check out Lori's TpT store (Beginning Teacher Talk): https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Beginning-Teacher-Talk Connect with Lori on Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/drlorifriesen/ Connect with Lori on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beginningteachertalk If the Beginning Teacher Talk podcast is helping you in your teaching and if you're feeling extra loving, I would be so grateful if you would leave a positive review for the show! Your kind words mean the world to me. Just click here to leave your review now (and be entered into our draw for a $25 Amazon Gift Card)! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/beginning-teacher-talk/id1456137677 I hope you have a wonderful week, and remember - just because you are a beginning elementary teacher, there is no need for you to struggle like one. Xo Lori P.S. Do you have your copy of my FREE Ultimate Classroom Management Checklist? Get yours by clicking here now! https://www.drlorifriesen.com/ultimate-classroom-management-checklist

On The Guest: Greg Holden is a singer/songwriter and musical artist, best known for writing the hit song, “Home” by Phillip Phillips and for his song “The Lost Boy” which was featured prominently on the Hit show Sons of Anarchy. On this episode, you'll hear all about his album, World War Me! From this conversation you'll learn: How to overcome creative heartbreak The difference between Self-deprecation and mental violence Why ALL creatives need therapy Tips for young songwriters Why it's SO important to do work that reflects who you are Whether Greg regrets giving his hit song away What to do when you're at war with yourself How to incorporate creativity into the mundane How to stay present the importance of therapy The benefits of getting a late start to creative life How to overcome early childhood programming And so much more! Follow the show @unleashyourinnercreative Follow me @LaurenLoGrasso Download my new single: ffm.to/prettylittleboy --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/unleashyourinnercreative/message

Part 1 Being an artist is hard sometimes but there's not much else that Pamela loves to do more than to create art, except for talking about art with other artists. Specifically talking about how to be more productive, more authentic, more free, and braver; She really loves that. Pamela is the creator and facilitator of Strong Artist Life and a professional abstract painter pursuing my career as a fine artist. She knew she wanted to be an artist when she was in kindergarten and studied Fine Art in college. Pamela has created art her whole life and spent too much of her adult life working in the corporate world at the peril of her artistic productivity. Pamela spent most of her life in Houston and then became a bit of a vagabond for a few years moving from Texas to Wisconsin, to Washington, to Florida, to Michigan, and back to Florida. Over a year ago, she heard the call to create a supportive and authentic group for artists that would help them become stronger artists and better people. Pamela states "It's been a fantastic experience watching these artists grow in their confidence, their output, their quality, and into new aspects of their careers. Their growth and success have continued to fuel my own art and confidence to continue to grow as an artist and as a facilitator to other artists." Part 1 Being an artist is hard sometimes but there's not much else that Pamela loves to do more than to create art, except for talking about art with other artists. Specifically talking about how to be more productive, more authentic, more free, and braver; She really loves that. Pamela is the creator and facilitator of Strong Artist Life and a professional abstract painter pursuing my career as a fine artist. She knew she wanted to be an artist when she was in kindergarten and studied Fine Art in college. Pamela has created art her whole life and spent too much of her adult life working in the corporate world at the peril of her artistic productivity. Pamela spent most of her life in Houston and then became a bit of a vagabond for a few years moving from Texas to Wisconsin, to Washington, to Florida, to Michigan, and back to Florida. Over a year ago, she heard the call to create a supportive and authentic group for artists that would help them become stronger artists and better people. Pamela states "It's been a fantastic experience watching these artists grow in their confidence, their output, their quality, and into new aspects of their careers. Their growth and success have continued to fuel my own art and confidence to continue to grow as an artist and as a facilitator to other artists." https://www.strongartistlife.com/bookacall  

In this episode of the Brawn Body Podcast, Dan is joined by Susan Cashdollar, CSCS, to discuss her personal fitness experiences and her unique approach to training! Susan is one of Dan's favorite trainers to follow, and always has a new, innovative exercise! Her account is a MUST-FOLLOW to ensure you never run out of new fun challenges for the gym.  Susan is a graduate of West Virginia University and holds an M.S. in Exercise Physiology and is a certified strength and conditioning coach through the NSCA. She currently works as a Creative Marketing Director at Hearst in New York City and is a videographer for Dr. Konstantin Vasyukevich. She also maintains a small personal training client base. She grew up playing sports and started working out at a very young age and hasn't stopped since. Her current training philosophy is to have fun, don't get hurt and stay jacked. For more on Susan, you can find her on Instagram @susancashdollar and @cashdollarfitness To keep up to date with everything we are currently doing, be sure to follow @brawnbody on social media and subscribe to the podcast!    This episode is brought to you by CTM band recovery products - the EXACT soft tissue recovery technology used by Dan. CTM Band was founded by Dr. Kyle Bowling, a sports medicine practitioner who treats professional athletes (and was a guest on the Brawn Body Podcast!).  You can check out their website here: https://ctm.band/collections/ctm-band ... while you're there, be sure to use the coupon code "BRAWN10" for 10% off!   Intro Music: from Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/ben-johnson/cant-stop-chasing-you  License code: GTQQOJMBXDJCZIQO --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/daniel-braun/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/daniel-braun/support

Recycling has gone awry, and there is plastic everywhere! Do you sometimes forget to put recyclable items, like plastic soda bottles, pill containers, and the little plastic takeout cups and lids from takeout food, in the right place and end up throwing them out with the trash? Or have you ever had something that you would like to recycle, but you do not know what to do with it?  I am Marla, the Green Home Coach! Today, I am excited to have my occasional co-host, Tony Pratte, AKA Tony, the Green Guy, joining me in my virtual studio for another episode in our series on the climate crisis, where we discuss convenience, where our plastic products come from, and tips you can use for better and wiser recycling! Creative solutions Even though Tony and I do not always see eye-to-eye on everything, we are not afraid of having difficult conversations. We are just as willing to talk about things we disagree on as we are about things we agree, to find creative solutions. Katharine Hayhoe Katharine Hayhoe is a well-known Texas-based climate scientist. She is encouraging people everywhere to open up the conversation about the climate crisis. Back in the day When Tony and I were growing up, we had to pay a deposit for the glass bottles the soda came in. We would get the deposit back again when we returned the empty bottles. We also had regular recycling drives in our neighborhoods. What has changed? Convenience, or taking the easy way out, has taken precedence over everything else, and many people do not think twice about throwing away single-use containers or packaging materials.  Impatience Our lives have become more complicated. Most people are used to getting whatever they want immediately or getting instant responses from others whenever they try to contact them, so they have become impatient. As a result, they are unwilling to make a plan to recycle something and would rather throw it into the trash immediately. The unintended consequences of convenience There was an explosion of fast food in the 1980s. Since then, it became all about convenience, and we never stopped to think about the unintended consequences of what was happening. Plastic Plastic has had more unintended consequences than we ever imagined.   Behavioral inertia As a result of getting used to doing things very easily, many of us now suffer from behavioral inertia when we need to change our habits. In a book I read, the author explains that it is far easier to change an existing habit than it is to start a new one. Swaps Get into the habit of swapping single-use or unrecyclable plastic items for items that can be reused or recycled sustainably. The numbers  In the United States, in 2017, we produced 35,400,000 metric tons of plastic. Of that, only 11% got recycled.  You cannot mix plastics that are to be recycled More than 70% of recyclable materials land up in landfills. That can happen because people throw items that are not recyclable into recycling bins, which could contaminate an entire batch of recycling. Another problem is that many municipalities have not been able to keep their recycling programs going or going as robustly as before. New types of plastic also complicate things by adding to the vast assortment of plastic products that we still need to figure out what to do with. What recycling means Recycling something means rescuing and processing the material it is made from to make something new. Driving the market We need to drive the recycling market by demanding more recycled products. That will motivate companies to provide more vibrant, sustainable, and financially rewarding recycling services. Virgin plastic The bulk of our virgin plastic gets made from petroleum. By recycling that plastic, we recycle the inherent value of those products.  Where do our products come from? Supply chains have become globalized and very complex, so many of us do not know where our plastic products come from. We need to pay more attention to that and learn more about it. Cut out the waste There are many good uses for plastic. To get the best use out of plastic, we need to cut out all the wasteful ways it gets used. Recycling labels Only one in five Americans always look for the recycling labels on items before throwing them away. Brands could help by making more of their packaging materials recyclable and making the labels on their packaging easier to see. A fast-growing number of solutions A fast-growing number of solutions are coming up for recycling. Many new companies are using less or no packaging. Solutions are also being provided by businesses like my son's company, Printerior, which makes 3D printing filaments out of recycled plastic. Some tips for better and wiser recycling: Try to use non-disposable items at least 80% of the time. Ask yourself if you truly need an item before purchasing it. If an item does not need to be packaged after you have bought it, accept the receipt and carry it out of the store. If you have to choose something disposable, choose something reusable or easily recyclable. Develop the habit of always doing whatever you need to, to dispose of items responsibly. Read the labels, and put whatever you are throwing away into the right place.   Referral Links: My website Green Home Coach Book: Living Green Effortlessly Learn how to make your home healthier for you and our world in my Love Your Everyday Green Home  One way to chip away at our mountains of plastic waste is to re-use it. Printerior Designs is doing just that! SHOP Recycled 3D Printer Filament https://printeriordesigns.com - 15% discount with coupon code GREENHOMECOACH For some of my fav recycled products go to Everyday Green Home and search "recycled" Earth 911 Recycling Guides The How2Recycle label needs a massive campaign - and brands should make it happen, from the Shelton Group blog The Challenge of Recycling, National Geographic Products made from petroleum Terracycle "This post may contain affiliate links for your convenience. That means that if you make a purchase, I will receive a small commission at no extra cost to you. I only recommend products or services that I believe in and usually use myself."  

Third Year Anniversary! Ariana Lenarsky (Dream City Tarot) joins Agata and Anastasia to kick off the NBA season. Ariana joins the five timers club, shares her motivation techniques, and recounts tales from her tour. The gang also chats Bones Hyland, KFC, financial security, spicy Diana Taurasi, autumn, mean daddies, Big Mama Stef, unpopulated Delaware, Kyrie, Jason Kidd's collar, grey sweatpants season, emotive Ben Affleck, true love, and #MaloneyBaloney. Will the gang connect with Sheryl Crow? Gotta hear this ep to find out!

Ken Ham joins Yvette Hampton to talk about the ministry of Apologetics at Answers in Genesis, the Creation Museum, and the Ark Encounter, and why it's so important to empower our children with Biblical answers to life's questions. In this second interview with Schoolhouse Rocked cast member, Ken Ham, we discuss Ken's groundbreaking book Already Gone. Leading up to this book, research showed Younger generations walking away from the church. Already Gone discusses the reasons that these kids are walking away. What they found was that one of the reasons kids were walking away was that when they had important questions about God's Word they weren't provided answers by their parents or Bible teachers. The way to combat this is to teach apologetics in our churches and homes. Come back tomorrow for the rest of this conversation. Support Schoolhouse Rocked Has Schoolhouse Rocked been a blessing to you? We need your help! Please consider making a tax-deductible donation to support Schoolhouse Rocked. Support from the homeschool community allows us provide resources and encouragement to homeschooling families around the world. Whether or not you can donate, we ask that EVERY listener support the show by sharing it with your friends and family, by leaving a review on iTunes, and by praying for our team. Watch this full conversation on our YouTube channel. Ken Ham is the CEO and founder of Answers in Genesis-US, the highly acclaimed Creation Museum, and the world-renowned Ark Encounter, he is the author of more than 25 books and is a cast member in Schoolhouse Rocked: The Homeschool Revolution. Ken Ham is an important cast member in Schoolhouse Rocked, releasing November 12th. Show Schoolhouse Rocked at your church or homeschool co-op, or enjoy the virtual theatrical premier at your home. Visit SchoolhouseRocked.com. Recommended Resources: Answers TV Building Strong Foundations: A Family Homeschool Experience Will They Stand: Parenting Kids to Face the Giants, by Ken Ham Already Gone: Why your kids will quit church and what you can do to stop it, By Ken Ham, Britt Beamer, and Todd Hillard Dinosaurs for Kids, by Ken Ham Answers for Kids Box Set, by Ken Ham, Bodie Hodge, and Cindy Malott   "but in your hearts honor Christ the Lord as holy, always being prepared to make a defense to anyone who asks you for a reason for the hope that is in you; yet do it with gentleness and respect," - 1 Peter 3:15 ESV Psalm 78:1-4 ESV 1 Give ear, O my people, to my teaching;     incline your ears to the words of my mouth! 2 I will open my mouth in a parable;     I will utter dark sayings from of old, 3 things that we have heard and known,     that our fathers have told us. 4 We will not hide them from their children,     but tell to the coming generation the glorious deeds of the Lord, and his might,     and the wonders that he has done. The Holy Bible, English Standard Version. ESV® Text Edition: 2016. Copyright © 2001 by Crossway Bibles, a publishing ministry of Good News Publishers.   If you are considering homeschooling or just need some great homeschooling encouragement, please check out HomegrownGeneration.com for over 9 hours of FREE homeschool videos from the Homegrown Generation Family Expo.   New, lower price! FULL ACCESS to the Homegrown Generation Family Expo is just $10!   Please take a minute to visit our sponsors and thank them for helping to bring you The Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast. We ONLY work with companies we know and love! We happily recommend these companies and their products. Are you looking for a new Math Curriculum? CTCMath specializes in providing online video tutorials that take a multi-sensory approach to learning. Creative graphics and animation, synchronized with the friendly voice of internationally acclaimed teacher, Pat Murray, make learning math easy and effective. Visit CTCmath.com today to start your free trial today.   The Institute for Excellence in Writing (IEW) equips teachers and teaching parents with methods and materials which will aid them in training their students to become confident and competent communicators and thinkers. Using the Structure and Style™ writing method, IEW will give you the ability to fill young minds with language-building skills, laying the groundwork for a lifetime of excellent writing.   Classical Conversations leads the home-centered education movement by teaching parents and students the classical tools of learning so that they can discover God's created order and beauty. Share the love of learning through a Christian worldview and fellowship with other families. Our families thrive using three keys to a great education: Classical, Christian, and Community. Podcast Topics: Ken Ham, Answers in Genesis, The Ark Encounter, The Creation Museum, Apologetics, Discipleship, Dads, Culture, Biblical Worldview, Parenting, Yvette Hampton, Interview, Cast and Crew, Schoolhouse Rocked: The Homeschool Revolution, Homeschool Movie, Homeschool Documentary, Legacy

This week, host Mungi Ngomane is joined by Sinikiwe Stephanie Dhliwayo, a creative, an entrepreneur, an educator, and a speaker who is steadfast in her belief that Blackness and humanity are inextricably linked. She is driven daily by a deep desire to change the narrative of what it looks like and feels like to be well. An immigrant from Zimbabwe, Sinikiwe's work is imbued with Ubuntu and in this episode, she and Mungi discuss the mission of her wellness company, Naaya, as well as how she approaches wellness.Whether making yoga and meditation accessible to those who need the practice most, or telling stories of marginalized folks through elevated photo and video, Sinikiwe is dedicated to creating a more equitable and just society. In this conversation, Sinikiwe speaks about how she does not believe in a one-size-fits-all wellness practice, focusing instead on asking ourselves: what "brings us joy?" Her work and efforts to make the wellness space more equitable can be found in Beyonce, Byrdie, Dame, Goop, Well and Good, and Refinery29. Her previous teaching and speaking engagements include The Re-Treat, Create and Cultivate, The Wing, Unwell Conference, Lululemon, Goop League, Summit, Faherty Sun Sessions, and Girlvana.Listen to this episode to hear Sinikiwe share what she lost in the pandemic and what keeps her going in difficult moments. Mungi also highlights Sinikiwe's automatic email response and the two have a conversation about how to balance granting yourself grace in this fast-paced world.……..Visit mungingomane.coFollow Mungi on InstagramFollow The Brand is Female on Instagram

“You have to allow the messiness and the struggle.” - East Forest Today's guest, East Forest is one of my all-time favorite musicians and a kindred creator. His music has been the soundtrack to many of my magic mushroom journeys and in this interview, we talk about the ins and outs of creativity, healing, and mindset. After a difficult childhood plagued with depression, East Forest started using psychedelics and making music for other people on psychedelic journeys. He maintains that you have to allow the messiness and the struggle to unleash your creative potential. We touch on many key questions surrounding music and psychedelics, like how to create music that can accompany a psychedelic trip, which instruments he uses for his albums, and how to unlock your creativity. We also answer some questions that have been nagging me for a long time, like why psychedelic ceremonies so often begin with percussion. Listen in to this episode as he and I discuss the line between commerce and art, why we need to take back control of our consciousness, and how music informs psychedelics journeys. You can Subscribe and Listen to the Podcast on Apple Podcasts. And please leave me a Rating and Review! “Just showing up is the main thing.” - East Forest Some things we learn in this podcast: How to make music for a psychedelic trip [14:00] How to unlock your creativity [17:30] Which instruments are good for music to accompany psychedelics [40:00] How to accompany a psychedelic trip with music [45:00] Why do psychedelic ceremonies begin with percussion [46:45] Links Mentioned: Listen to the Ten Laws Podcast Listen to IN exclusively on the Trip App Connect with East Forest on Instagram | Soundcloud | Facebook | East Forest

In this episode of Bold Company I'm chatting with Lauren Saunders, business mentor and entrepreneur who shares with us how mindset and manifestation aren't just buzzwords - they're important, valuable, and legitimate pieces to the success puzzle. There's a lot of talk about mindset and manifestation in the online business world, and sometimes they're romanticized concepts that don't seem like they carry much weight. Lauren shares with us how mindset and manifestation, when combined with action that is in alignment with what feels good to us, is the key to unlocking forward momentum in your business. Listen now to hear about how you can change your way of thinking to begin making serious strides in your business. Lauren Saunders is a Business Mentor who coaches ambitious, heart-driven entrepreneurs to align with their desired success. At the age of 28, she left her career as a high school art teacher for a life of entrepreneurship, and she's built two full-time businesses by implementing mindset, marketing, & manifestation strategies that actually work. Her experience and success has allowed her to coach business owners all over the world into full-time entrepreneurship. As an entrepreneur, she's quadrupled her income as a teacher and lives a life of travel, freedom and passion. She is lit up when providing ambitious business owners with the tools they need to manifest the success and lives they truly desire. Links ⤵️ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laurencsaunders/  Website: https://www.laurencsaunders.com/ Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/3wpu3QJln0Tcq5unwqTWuW   Amy's Episode on Lauren's Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/episode/7E85Ae7C3Mntdcl33lrr08 Amy on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amy.takes.pictures Amy's Website: https://www.amytakespictures.com   Music Credit: Happy Life by FREDJI https://soundcloud.com/fredjimusic https://www.facebook.com/fredjimusic/ Music promoted by Audio Library https://youtu.be/u4PI5p5bI9k

There was a time years ago when I wanted to engage with my neighbors, but I was simply too exhausted by my multiple jobs and a busy schedule. I started feeling isolated, and I noticed I was losing my confidence in connecting with people outside my regular circle. One day, new neighbors arrived, started loving on me, and pulled me back into connection. Through them, I learned community isn't just a good idea, it's God's idea.  Julie Heiliger is a dear friend and author of “Finding Home - Exploring God's Dream For Our Neighborhoods.” She gives us some beautiful ideas on how to love our neighbors well. And, who knows? With the guidance and power of the Holy Spirit, we just may be able to build the neighborhood of our dreams.  2:13- A Little bit of who Julie is6:03- Home prior to COVID7:47- What is perish 9:45- Julie's journey learning what it means to love your neighbors 14:50- Knowing the person of Jesus17:20- Being a faithful presence20:51- Living “above your place”23:56- Connection30:35- Researching the community you live in33:20- Pouring into the people of your community35:08- How do you cut through the political issues and still lead with love38:26- Creative ways Julie has demonstrated loving her neighbors 44:43- Examples of what God wants for community 52:10- Being sensitive to the Spirit of God 

Looking for flexible, creative activities to go with your next whole class novel unit? Find them here! In today's episode, I'm welcoming four surprise guests to share their favorite flexible go-tos for any novel unit.  Learn more in the show notes at: nowsparkcreativity.com Let's connect on Instagram! @nowsparkcreativity

Pete's been noodling on a quote from Derek Sivers, and asks for Jen's help with unpacking it: "If more information was the answer, we'd all be billionaires with perfect abs."Specifically, in this episode Jen and Pete talk about:What can you learn by revisiting books that you found meaningful in the past?Why is it important to take what you read and listen to, and turn that in to action?What might happen if you take more risks?To hear all Episodes and read full transcripts visit The Long and The Short Of It website: https://thelongandtheshortpodcast.com/.You can subscribe to our Box o' Goodies here (https://thelongandtheshortpodcast.com/) and receive a weekly email full of book and podcast recommendations, quotes, videos and other interesting things Jen and Pete are noodling on. To get in touch, send an email to: hello@thelongandtheshortpodcast.comLearn more about Pete's work here (https://humanperiscope.com/) and Jen's work here (https://jenwaldman.com/).

What is the one thing you wish you knew when you started sewing? In this episode, Love to Sew listeners share the hard-earned advice they wish they had when they were new sewists - and Helen and Caroline commentate! Show Notes