Podcasts about creative mornings

The theme for June 2025 was "Punk." Who else to talk to than Charlotte's original punk, who was there at the birth of the Punk scene in NYC in the late 70's and photographed everyone from Lou Reed to The Ramones to Andy Warhol? Tim talks with Mitchell Kearney after his talk at Creative Mornings on June 6, 2025 at Uptown Charlotte's VAPA Center.

➡ CLICK HERE to send me a text, I'd love to hear what you thought about this episode! Leave your name in the text so I know who it's from! Today, a short and sweet reflection on how it's going 6 days into the social media detox. Are you following along? Are you experiencing the joy (or maybe the pain?) of giving up screens? In this episode, I reflect on how it's been going for me, what I'm missing, but also, what I'm loving about the untethered life off IG and FB! A few links: Come dance with Panadanza on MondaysListen to this week's episode with Dana Spandet of Flour Girl & FlameRegister for this month's Creative Mornings event on June 20Heck yeah, you can buy me a coffee, too! Better yet, JOIN ME IN PERSON for a REAL coffee! Monday, June 9th from 9:30-11 at Valentine Coffee on Downer with Thekla Brumder Ross! I'll be back next Wednesday with another incredible Milwaukee woman! Support the show

➡ CLICK HERE to send me a text, I'd love to hear what you thought about this episode! Leave your name in the text so I know who it's from! Listen this week as I talk about the synchronicity (or is it serendipity?) coming at me this week inviting me to let go of perfectionism. Here are the links I mention: Laurie Wagner and Wild Writing Panadanza Dance Company Delaware House Sherrill Knezel of Meaningful MarksAlesia Miller of SoulBrew Kombucha and her SHOW THIS WEEKENDShelly Roder - Tuesday Morning Meditations, sign up HERE to join us!Creative Mornings (register for next week's event)And of course, BUY ME A COFFEE linked here, if you want to ** LITERALLY THIS TIME** buy some coffee for me and the other Cream City Guests from Seasons 1-7. Support the show

Recorded at the International Picture House immediately following Creative Mornings on March 7, 2025, Matt and Tim talk with Kat Martin, cofounder and Artistic Director at Mixed Metaphors Productions.

Libby is joined for a walk by entrepreneur and Creative Mornings founder Tina Roth Eisenberg. Tina walked around the snowy pond near her house, where they discussed the origins of Creative Mornings, a global creative community prioritizing face-to-face interaction in an ever digitized world.   Keep in touch:  https://www.thismorningwalk.com/ Instagram: @thismorningwalk Alex Instagram: @alex_elle  Libby Instagram: @parkhere     Blind Nil Instagram: @blindnilaudio Please direct business inquiries to: blindnilaudio@magnolia.com Music Credits:  Valante / Ramo / courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Matt and Tim sit down with the one and only Manolo Betancur, following his keynote speech about "Layers" at the Creative Mornings event on Friday, February 7, 2025.

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Quitting drinking is one of the most transformative decisions you can make, but let's be honest—it's not always easy. In this episode of The No More Wasted Days Podcast, Sara and Heather dive into why giving up drinking can feel so hard, especially in the early days, and why sticking with it is so incredibly worth it. From the biological and emotional challenges to the incredible physical and mental benefits, this episode is packed with insights and strategies to support your alcohol-free journey. What You'll Learn in This Episode: The biological challenges of quitting alcohol: Why your brain and body resist change in early sobriety. How alcohol affects emotions and why learning to cope without it can feel overwhelming. The social and cultural pressures that make giving up alcohol harder than expected. The incredible physical, emotional, and social benefits that come with staying alcohol-free. Strategies to push through the hard days and come out stronger on the other side. Key Takeaways: It's Normal to Struggle: Quitting alcohol impacts your brain, body, and emotions—but understanding the “why” makes it easier to keep going. Rebuild Your Coping Skills: Without alcohol, you'll learn healthier ways to manage stress, anger, and anxiety. Find Freedom: Sobriety brings time, energy, and clarity you didn't know you were missing. Build a Support System: Whether it's through coaching, community, or close friends, surrounding yourself with like-minded people is key to success. Be Patient with Yourself: Progress isn't linear, and giving yourself grace is an important part of the journey.   Resources Mentioned: Meetup and Creative Mornings for finding local or virtual activities. Daymakers Community: Weekly coaching calls, private messaging threads, and a supportive community. Learn more here. Heather's 1-on-1 Coaching: Tailored support to help you navigate your alcohol-free life. Remember: The struggle is temporary, but the rewards of an alcohol-free life last forever. Keep going—you're worth it!   ************************************************   Looking for support on your alcohol free journey? Consider joining us in the Day Makers Community.  CLICK HERE for all the details. Want some 1-on-1 support on your alcohol free journey?  Work with Heather as your alcohol free coach.  CLICK HERE to start working with Heather today. ************************************************ Follow the podcast on Social Media: IG: @nomorewasteddays.pod   Follow Sara on Social Media: IG: @no_more_wasted_days TikTok: @no_more_wasted_days Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NoMoreWastedDaysOfficial   Follow Heather on Social Media: IG: @theheatherleecollective TikTok: @thealcoholfreecoach

In this episode, Sara and Heather dive deep into the topic of relationships and how they evolve on the alcohol-free journey. Whether you're just starting out or have been alcohol-free for a while, this episode is packed with insights and strategies for building stronger, more meaningful connections. What We Discuss in This Episode: The Impact of Alcohol on Relationships: How trust, emotional distance, communication, and bonding can all be affected by drinking. Shifts in Values During Sobriety: Discover how authenticity, self-awareness, and personal growth become cornerstones of sober relationships. Practical Strategies for Connection: From setting boundaries to creating new rituals and practicing empathy, learn actionable ways to strengthen relationships. Rebuilding Trust: Tips for being transparent, addressing past mistakes, and showing consistency in your alcohol-free journey. Navigating Social Situations: Gain confidence in alcohol-focused settings with real-life examples and tools for success. Finding Your People: The importance of sober allies, online communities, and how to create or join alcohol-free activities. Listener Takeaways: Practice the examples of clear communication and boundary-setting provided in this episode. Reflect on how sobriety has shifted your relationships and what connections you want to nurture moving forward. Explore creative ways to engage in alcohol-free activities and build your sober support network.   Resources Mentioned: Meetup and Creative Mornings for finding local or virtual activities. Daymakers Community: Weekly coaching calls, private messaging threads, and a supportive community. Learn more here. Heather's 1-on-1 Coaching: Tailored support to help you navigate your alcohol-free life. If this episode resonated with you, share it with a friend who's on an alcohol free journey or exploring sobriety.   ************************************************   Looking for support on your alcohol free journey? Consider joining us in the Day Makers Community.  CLICK HERE for all the details. Want some 1-on-1 support on your alcohol free journey?  Work with Heather as your alcohol free coach.  CLICK HERE to start working with Heather today. ************************************************ Follow the podcast on Social Media: IG: @nomorewasteddays.pod   Follow Sara on Social Media: IG: @no_more_wasted_days TikTok: @no_more_wasted_days Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NoMoreWastedDaysOfficial   Follow Heather on Social Media: IG: @theheatherleecollective TikTok: @thealcoholfreecoach

Seth Godin—renowned author, entrepreneur, and speaker known for launching one of the most popular blogs in the world and writing 22 best-selling books—joins live at Creative Mornings to talk about his new book, This Is Strategy: Make Better Plans. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Charlotte musician/producer Tim Scott Jr. joins Matt and Tim immediately following the Creative Mornings event on Friday December 13, 2024.

Airport employees ask city council to reject expansion plan; Bellichick to UNC gaining steam; Creative Mornings celebrates nine years.

Kris is an AI educator, consultant, activist, and speaker. She has a background in software development (MS in Computer Science) and ten years of working in the industry as a backend developer, BA in journalism (specializing in human rights and art), commercial photography, art, and activism. Kris has worked in several startups as head of AI and AI consultant. She freelanced with brands to help them implement AI into their workflow. Kris has built a large community around generative AI on Twitter and has been a guest teacher at Columbia University, Austrian Academy of Sciences and CreativeMornings. Her work on AI was featured on the front page of The Wall Street Journal, Reuters, Bloomberg Law, the Guardian, and others. Her photography (non-AI) was published by the New York Post, the Telegraph, the Times & Sunday Times, The Sun, and Metro. At the moment Kris works at Adobe as Senior Creative Evangelist Artificial Intelligence since July 2023. In her role she created educational workshops, is a public speaker and an AI expert who evangelises internally and externally. She's been speaking publicly at Columbia University and Austrian Academy of Sciences on creativity, ethics and copyright of AI. Creator of “Zarya of the Dawn”

Scott Wooten and Christopher Moxley from The 704 Shop join host Matt Olin moments after their keynote presentation at Creative Mornings on November 9, 2024. Recorded at UNC Charlotte's Dubois Center.

Hi there Beautiful, What if there are no rules? What if every rule is made up? trust your own creative process. follow your own intuition. I tried Julia Cameron's Morning Pages in The Artist's Way, and it no longer works for me. I thought I was a failure, but then I gave myself permission to trust my own process and follow my own creative intuition. Could following the rules be killing your creativity? much love, joy and peace, Alecia

In this episode, I sit down with Brandi Lust, a powerful advocate for personal growth, community building, and host of CreativeMornings here in Columbus, Ohio. We dive deep into the challenges that creatives face, especially in times of uncertainty, where things just aren't working the way they used to. Brandi opens up about her own struggles in the creative world and how she's learning to trust herself through these transitions. We also get into her professional journey, shifting from a career as a teacher to becoming a consultant, speaker, and mindfulness advocate. Brandi's passion for personal development shines through as she talks about how helping people gain new awareness and insights lights her up, and how she's dedicated to shifting the culture in workplaces to foster authentic growth. We touch on many interesting subjects, such as the idea of “care washing” in work environments—where companies project fake values to seem more caring—and the need for real, genuine culture shifts. Brandi shares her thoughts on how organizations can sometimes push false narratives to seem compassionate, but real change only happens when there's a deeper sense of authenticity. We also discuss the balance between being true to ourselves in our personal and professional lives, especially when the lines get blurry. Brandi shares some powerful advice on how to stay connected to your true self, no matter what external challenges or expectations you face. And for anyone curious about consulting, Brandi shares some golden insights on how she got started in that world, blending her passion for personal growth with helping organizations create meaningful change. Brandi openly shares her journey of self-discovery, from navigating major life transitions to embracing her true self after coming out later in life. She talks about leaving a long-term relationship, moving into her own space, and the waves of grief that came with it, but also the joy in rediscovering her identity and finding peace in the chaos. This was a super deep and inspiring conversation, full of vulnerable moments and valuable takeaways. Seriously one of my new favs, filled with gems! —Brandi is truly one of a kind! ------THANKS TO THIS EPISODES SPONSORS------ PromoWest Productions - @promowestlive For all upcoming shows & event info of who's coming through Columbus, OH, visit promowestlive.com  or to purchase tickets directly, visit AXS.com  River & Rich - @riverandrich Located in the Franklinton Arts District of Columbus, OH, River & Rich brings together quality apartments, desirable amenities, and a vibrant artistic community. They offer guided and self-guided tours, so go view an apartment anytime! Visit their website at riverandrichcolumbus.com - Use the code 'WYDHPOD' for up to HALF OFF your deposit! Makers Social - @makers.social Maker's Social is a DIY Project Bar located in the Franklinton Arts District of Columbus, OH! To book a reservation, go to makerscolumbus.com enter “WYDH” in the notes of your checkout for $10 off! Franklinton Market - @franklintonmkt Located right in the heart of the Franklinton Arts District in Columbus, OH, Franklinton Market is a convenience store that features a variety of snacks, beverages, health and beauty items, last minute grocery items, and of course the awesome Go Meals, a local and freshly prepared line of sandwiches, breakfast, lunch and dinner take-and-go, meals. You can follow them online for more information @franklintonmkt

On this episode we interview the host of CreativeMornings RDU, Joel Pominville! We talk about his journey as a self proclaimed “distracted creative professional”, how he joined the CreativeMornings team, the power of using stories to strengthen your local community, enriching your artwork with more life experiences, and the importance of showing up with 100% effort to everything that you do. Stay Connected with Joel: www.instagram.com/joelpominville www.linkedin.com/in/joelpominville Episode Blog Link: https://www.levelupartists.com/lua-podcast/179 Sign up for our studio newsletters at: https://www.AmeighArt.com https://www.JaclynSanders.com https://www.levelupartists.com Connect with us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/AmeighArt https://www.instagram.com/JSandersStudio https://www.instagram.com/LevelUpArtists Music by: https://www.coreyclaxton.com Watching or listening to one of our earlier episodes? In 2022, the Art Studio Insights podcast was renamed the Level Up Artists podcast!

Do Greater Charlotte's William McNeely joins hosts Matt Olin and Tim Miner on this episode, recorded immediately following Creative Morning's September gathering at Uptown Charlotte's Mint Museum.

Restaurant owner, entrepreneur, media personality, and community cheerleader Kelli Lemon wears many hats in Richmond, Virginia. On this episode of "Eat It, Virginia," Kelli shared why she decided to open Urban Hang Suite in downtown Richmond and what that experience has taught her about life, business, and the city she calls home. "Kendra [Feather] is the reason Hang Suite is open," Lemon said. "Creative Mornings, I think it was January 2017. My topic was a question mark, it was like a mystery. I was like, I'm looking for this thing, that's kind of a hangout, where people could talk to each other, but it's not a restaurant, it could be a cafe. And I think it was Anne Marie that yelled out, "Do it!" It was either Kendra or Anne Marie. And then the next day, Kendra called me. It was like, I want to show you this space." In addition to Urban Hang Suite, Kelli talked about her roles at the Richmond Times-Dispatch, the Virginia Black Restaurant Experience, the Art of Noise, and the birth of her podcast Coffee with Strangers. Here are some links to other things mentioned in this episode: Learn more about RVA Wing Wars here. Learn more about the Art of Noise here. This episode is sponsored by the Virginia Museum of History & Culture and its new exhibit Julia Child: A Recipe For Life. This episode is sponsored by Project Birdie.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

https://Art2Life.com - Rukmini Poddar is an artist, educator, and designer. Her creative passion lies at the intersection of emotional wellness and creative storytelling. She is an artist who draws feelings.  She admits that stumbled into art. It wasn't a planned career path. When Rukmini graduated college, she was burnt out. As a graphic designer, she spent much of her time on the computer. She wanted to get her hands dirty, so she dove into the 100-Day Project. She started playing with watercolors and made abstract doodles. She started drawing her feelings to express her creativity. She'd post them on Instagram. Before she knew it, it became the anchor for her day. By the end of the 100 days, her life was changed. People would comment and say, “I've always felt this way and I've never had words for it.” Something extremely personal to her became universal. She found a community that resonated with her work. It became her guiding light.  Drawing her feelings led to a passion for art she never knew existed. She shares more about her journey to finding herself and helping others connect with their emotions in this wonderful conversation.  ================================ LISTEN IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN… [2:22] Learn more about Rukmini Poddar  [8:00] Drawing your feelings together  [9:59] The magical process of art-making  [13:14] Rukmini's family's perspective on her art  [16:23] Rukmini's career in graphic design  [23:00] Rukmini's art-making process  [25:40] Sign up for an Art2Life retreat  [26:51] Making the invisible visible  [29:49] From group classes to writing a book  [33:50] Helping others unlock their emotions  [39:57] Why Rukmini is passionate about her work  [42:31] How life is a series of differences  [47:19] Balancing the tension between opposite emotions  [53:23] What's happening next for Rukmini  ================================ RESOURCES MENTIONED Sign up for an Art2Life retreat:  The 100 Day Project: https://www.the100dayproject.org/ Joe Dispenza: https://drjoedispenza.com/ CreativeMornings: https://creativemornings.com/ Dan Martell: https://www.danmartell.com/ ================================= CONNECT WITH RUKMINI PODDAR Draw Your Feelings: A Creative Journal to Help Connect with Your Emotions through Art: https://www.amazon.com/Draw-Your-Feelings-Creative-Emotions/dp/0593539141 Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rockinruksi Rukmini's Website: https://www.dearruksi.com Creative Wilderness: A Healing Arts Retreat: https://www.dearruksi.com/retreat ============================= CONNECT WITH NICHOLAS WILTON AND ART2LIFE: Get the Free COLOR TIPS PDF: https://workshop.art2life.com/color-tips-pdf-podcasts/  Follow the Sunday Art2Life Vlog: https://art2life.lpages.co/sign-up-for-the-a2l-vlog/  Follow Nicholas Wilton's Art on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nicholaswilton/  Follow Art2Life on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/art2life_world/?hl=en  Subscribe on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/Art2Life  #Art2Life #FineArt #AbstractArt #ModernArt #Contemporary

Art has the power to change and even lead the conversation, to spark curiosity and fuel real engagement. But what comes first in a powerful creative project?  The idea and the message? The tools and the talent? Or The Funding, that can make or break it all? My guest today is Benjamin Von Wong, who creates art on a grand scale that goes beyond awe. He is an Artist focused on amplifying positive impact. He does that both in the process of how he creates his art, through community, and in the images it produces, finding visual metaphors that stick with people, long after they've seen the work. His mission is to help make positive impact unforgettable. For the last seven years, Von Wong and his team, under the banner of “Unforgettable Labs” have generated over a billion organic views on topics like Ocean Plastics, Fast Fashion, and Electronic Waste for organizations like Dell, Greenpeace, Nike, Starbucks and Kiehl's. In this opening quote you can hear him wrangle with the dance between art and marketing, and his new mission to find ways to create sustainable funding streams that allow him to create message-shaping art in times and places where the world is gathered to solve some of our most pressing challenges.  It's a move that can make his work more deeply sustainable - for himself and for his team. Von Wong's The Unforgettable Project leverages the collective power of philanthropy to help build broader campaigns around environmentally net-positive innovations worth spotlighting - instead of waiting for corporations that are seeking eyeballs and leveraging their funding for good, he's building a funding source that actively seeks the next project that needs to go viral. Some of his notable work includes the Giant Plastic Tap which used trash from the slums of Kibera, in Nairobi, Kenya, to demand that corporations #TurnOffThePlasticTap. The Giant Tap was displayed prominently when 193 different countries and 1,500 delegates came together at UNEA 5.2 in 2022 to discuss what was then termed the “Paris Agreement For Plastics” and was eventually used in the United Nations official Plastics Report while raising over $100,000 for the Human Needs Project. Recently he installed a grand sculpture at the Highline in New York City in collaboration with Kiehl's to raise awareness and drive adoption of refillable products in the beauty world. Von Wong, along with a large community of volunteers, collected and assembled 2 tons of plastic bottles into a “single-use hydra”, seen by nearly 300-thousand visitors and close to 3 million social impressions for their message of #DontRebuyJustRefill…but as he points out in this conversation, most of the people on the High Line don't have the leverage to change the system - which is why he seeks to place his epic art in places where the system changers meet. I learned about Benjamin's work through his wonderful talk at Creative Mornings (a global, IRL community of creatives that hosts monthly talks all around the world). His presentation spoke to some beautiful topics - like the importance of nurturing the conditions of success (like inner narratives and cultivating community) vs chasing success, and the notion of sifting your feelings from reality when it comes to deciding what is enough - personally, financially, and in the work - ie, is my work having enough impact? Von Wong shared the ways in which he's rewriting his inner narrative to balance his personhood and his purpose or impact. I found the talk profoundly moving and beautiful and highly recommend watching it. In this conversation, you'll find: Ruminations on Creationships - relationships that exist to co-create something wonderful together (4:09) The Importance of an Interface or a Container to foster Conversation (7:47) Benjamin's perspectives on going to where the conversations are already happening to have the deepest impacts. This is certainly true for the large scale work that he creates, but it is also true for anyone looking to change a big conversation. Making people come to you vs going to them means the activation energy of change is that much lower. (13:18) Benjamin's thoughts on Community Building and Co-creating art with a community (16:43) The polarity Benjamin is threading right now: Balancing Speeding Up (to do more work and have more impact) and Slowing Down (in order to build deeper creationships) (26:21) The difference between an Audience and a Community (32:44) The power of creating a word that summarizes and defines an idea that people flock to (which we might term the Rumpelstiltskin or Le Guin Rule (as she famously wrote in A Wizard of Earthsea “To weave the magic of a thing, you see, one must find its true name out.” (33:39) Head over to theconversationfactory.com/listen for full episode transcripts, links, show notes  and more key quotes and ideas. You can also head over there and become a monthly supporter of the show for as little as $8 a month. You'll get complimentary access to exclusive workshops and resources that I only share with this circle of facilitators and leaders. Links https://www.vonwong.com/ unforgettablelabs.com  https://www.thevonwong.com/ How I made plastic pollution more shareable with a Mermaid and 10000 plastic bottles - 3/3 https://creativemornings.com/ Benjamin Von Wong Featuring Possibly Poet: "Is activism sustainable?"

Take Lisa's class, Imaginative Map-Making in Procreate on Skillshare  — Use this link to get 30 days free! — https://skl.sh/3z8zI9aJoin in on my conversaion with  Lisa Bardot, who teaches people how to make art on their iPad. But that job description is deceivingly simple. She may be best known for her vast catalogue of analogue inspired procreate brushes, aka Bardot Brush. (She's kind of the Kyle T. Webster of procreate brushes). But she also teaches making digital online in places like Skillshare, YouTube and her own membership platform called Art Maker's Club. She also runs in-person art trips — her most recent one being in France. If that weren't enough, she's also the author of a brand new book called Drawing Digital, The Complete Guide for Learning to Draw and Paint on Your iPad, AND she even provides monthly prompt lists for inspiration-seeking artists, which she calls Make Art Every Day. Lisa has created an entire universe of creativity and community around her passion for drawing and illustrating in Procreate. I really think she's a perfect guest for the podcast, as she embodies the whole ethos of this podcast of showing up everyday and growing through it, no matter what (and thriving because of it). >>> Video edition available on YouTube.

Frank Schaeffer In Conversation with Author, Poet, and Performance Artist Frances Story, exploring the themes of her work, the writer's discipline, and her first Washington Post article._____LINKSiamfrancesstory.substack.com Instagram @iamfrancesstoryLink to Washington Post Article: "I'm a marijuana enthusiast, but weed is getting a pass on health issues" https://wapo.st/3UL9kuz_____Frances Story *formerly Poet Jen Harris (she/her) is a writer based in Kansas City, Missouri.Featured on Washington Post, Netflix Queer Eye, TEDx, NPR, Creative Mornings, Story is the author of 3 books of poetry and the recipient of numerous accolades including Advocate Magazine's Champions of Pride award 2021. Story was voted The Pitch Kansas City's Best Poet 2019 - 2021, with feature performances on Button Poetry and Write About Now PoI have had the pleasure of talking to some of the leading authors, artists, activists, and change-makers of our time on this podcast, and I want to personally thank you for subscribing, listening, and sharing 100-plus episodes over 100,000 times.Please subscribe to this Podcast, In Conversation… with Frank Schaeffer, on your favorite platform, and to my Substack, It Has to Be Said.Thanks! Every subscription helps create, build, sustain and put voice to this movement for truth.Subscribe to It Has to Be Said. Life, Money, and More A Podcast Built for those who want to make their Money, and Life Better Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify The Directed DetectiveTwo hosts. One of them has plotted a murder mystery. The other must direct the...Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySupport the Show._____In Conversation… with Frank Schaeffer is a production of the George Bailey Morality in Public Life Fellowship. It is hosted by Frank Schaeffer, author of Fall In Love, Have Children, Stay Put, Save the Planet, Be Happy. Learn more at https://www.lovechildrenplanet.comFollow Frank on Substack, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Threads, and YouTube. https://frankschaeffer.substack.comhttps://www.facebook.com/frank.schaeffer.16https://twitter.com/Frank_Schaefferhttps://www.instagram.com/frank_schaeffer_arthttps://www.threads.net/@frank_schaeffer_arthttps://www.youtube.com/c/FrankSchaefferYouTube In Conversation… with Frank Schaeffer PodcastLove In Common Podcast with Frank Schaeffer, Ernie Gregg, and Erin Bagwell

WBTV's Kristen Miranda joins Matt and Tim immediately following the 100th Creative Mornings event at The BoPlex. Recorded May 4, 2024.

Welcome to a special edition of "Working Your Way," where authenticity in the workplace is the heart of our conversation. I'm your host, Sandhya Sudhakar. In today's episode, I dive into my own journey of authenticity, sharing the live talk I delivered for the Chicago chapter of CreativeMornings, a global community that inspires creatives to connect and flourish. This isn't your typical presentation—it's an informal, intimate glimpse into how I've navigated the complexities of starting and running my own business in alignment with my core values and passions.The theme of my talk was "Treasure," but not in the conventional sense of final outcomes or achievements. Instead, I explore how true treasure lies in the journey—the trials and triumphs of building a business that not only serves my clients but also stays true to who I am. You'll hear about my experiences of experimenting, failing, succeeding, learning, and unlearning, all of which have shaped the way I operate both personally and professionally.This episode offers a unique behind-the-scenes look back, to when this podcast was just a concept taking shape in my mind. Join me as I share how embracing every aspect of my entrepreneurial adventure has been my treasure, urging us all to find the value in our own paths. Enjoy this candid reflection on what it means to work your way through creativity, challenges, and the pursuit of authenticity.Resources:Find a CreativeMornings event in your city: creativemornings.comConnect with me:InstagramLinkedInYouTubeselfatwork.comProduced by NOVA Media

Matt and Tim sit down with Madeline Holly-Carothers and Ashley Creft, who took an idea and built it into an organization that connects Charlotte's Black-owned businesses with each other and their community. Recorded March 1, 2024 after the Creative Mornings session.

Here I am, a white chick, learning what's appropriate to ask of a black woman when it comes to her lived experience. Thank God for Wanda Smith who is grace and wisdom embodied into one beautiful human. I ask a lot of careful, race-related questions because I am so afraid of doing it wrong - but she gets me.Our conversation highlights the importance of curious dialogue to create empathy and self-awareness. We talk about the importance of being in circles with safe people who get us and forged even greater bonds discussing grief and struggle. So grateful. Join us…Resources mentioned during this podcast:Ms. Wanda's Full Circle Radio - https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/iammswandaShe Believed, Vol II Book - https://www.amazon.com/She-Believed-II-Unapologetic-Determined/dp/1726711714/ref=sr_1_1?dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.mfAeqDkSrASMo9NsegZpPQ.4CyGlegEqkNbQ_XXYOPhAZD_XoTu40yzst8E0qM112w&dib_tag=se&qid=1710719111&refinements=p_27%3AWanda+Abney&s=books&sr=1-1&text=Wanda+AbneySB188 The CROWN Act signed into law, making California the first state to ban hair discrimination in work and school - https://www.thecrownact.com/californiaWanda Smith's Bio:Wanda Smith is a highly sought-after speaker, coach, moderator, talk show host and Founder of SpeakHer Consulting LLC. Ms. Smith walks alongside those who seek to become confident speakers by helping them craft a message that supports their vision and authentic voice.Wanda is the host of Full Circle, a weekly radio show dedicated to empowering black women through conversation. Each week she hosts lively dialogue aimed at inspiring women to achieve their desired vision for their lives. You can hear “Ms. Wanda's Full Circle Radio” on your favorite podcast platform.Wanda is enthusiastic and has a heart for seeing people thrive in every situation. As a 20-year cancer survivor, she readily shares stories of her journey on stage and in workshops. In the anthology, She Believed, Vol. II, her chapter, “Freedom by G.R.A.C.E.”, recounts the steps she took to heal after a painful divorce. Her talk “Becoming Ms. Wanda” is one of the most viewed segments on Creative Mornings, the world's largest face-to-face creative community.Wanda obtained her coaching certification from the UC Davis Coaching for Life and Work Program to add to her more than 25 years as a training and learning development professional for the State of California. By developing meaningful relationships with her clients, Wanda is an expert at creating space for individuals to disrupt thought patterns, get clear and show up and deliver their message with confidence. As a result, her clients grow their businesses, gain visibility in their organizations and become community leaders.In 2019, Wanda was recognized as an Exceptional Women of Color by the Sac Cultural Hub Media Foundation. When not speaking or training, Wanda can be found spending time at the ocean, traveling or training for her next 5K.Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/full_circle97.5/?fbclid=IwAR3DslCSI_RO9pO7WOo4jCbPmKCzgPPRDZO2qhSgO-g6c1VAlfG4kk5T318Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100045496076412LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/wanda-smith-b1003b125/ About Jen Oliver:I pursue and create environments where we converse on the REAL stuff that changes us. I'm designed to bring others on my personal journey with honest admissions to help us all transform - that's my sweetspot and I speak, lead, and write from that space.REAL conversations stir deeper connection and community - to explore ways that you can work with me, go to:email: jen@REALjenoliver.compodcast website: ListenForREAL.comwebsite: REALJenOliver.comLinkedIn:@realjenoliverInstagram: @realjenoliverFacebook: @realjenoliverIf you believe conversations like these belong in the world, please subscribe, rate & review this podcast - and even better, share it with someone else as a REAL conversation starter. Subscribe to all things Jen at REALJenOliver.

Nicole Tung is a freelance photojournalist. She graduated from New York University, double majoring in history and journalism, and freelances for international publications and NGOs, working primarily in the Middle East and Asia. After covering the conflicts in Libya and Syria extensively from 2011, focusing on the plight of civilians, she spent 2014 documenting the lives of Native American war veterans in the US, as well as former child soldiers in the DR Congo, the pro-democracy protests in Hong Kong, and the refugee crisis in Europe. She is also a grantee of the IWMF Grant for Women's Stories, and a fellow of the IWMF Great Lakes Reporting Initiative (D.R. Congo, Central African Republic). She has received multiple awards for her work from the International Photo Awards, Society of Professional Journalists, PX3, and was named PDN's 30 Under 30 Emerging Photographers (2013), among others. Nicole was given the honorable mention for the IWMF 2017 Anja Niedringhaus Awards, and awarded the 2018 James Foley Award for Conflict Reporting from the Online News Association. Her work has been exhibited + screened at the Annenberg Space for Photography, Tropenmuseum Amsterdam, Visa Pour l'Image, and most recently at the Bayeux Calvados-Normandy award for war correspondents in France (2019), with Save the Children in Hong Kong (2019), and at the Foreign Correspondents' Club in Hong Kong (2020). Nicole has also given keynote speeches and contributed to panels on photojournalism and journalist safety, at events including the International Journalism Festival (Perugia, 2019), TEDx in Sweden, the Adobe Make It Conference in Sydney, and Creative Mornings at the National Geographic Auditorium in Washington D.C., among others. She served on the board of the Frontline Freelance Register (2015) and is has undergone HEFAT training with Reporters Instructed in Saving Colleagues (RISC) and Global Journalist Security. She is based in Istanbul, Turkey. In episode 226, Nicole discusses, among other things:Notable differences between the war in Ukraine and previous conflicts she has coveredThe modern use of drones in warfareStories she has covered in UkraineThe way she works with publicationsManaging and thinking about riskThe question of whether journalists in conflict zones are more likely to be targeted now than in the pastReactions to her from ordinary people in conflictsThe question of whether photojournalism is an ‘important' jobThe impacts of social media both negative and positiveApproaching photojournalistic stories in a different wayPotential ways to earn a living other than from commissions Referenced:Chris HondrosTim HetheringtonMarie ColvinRemi OchlickJames Foley Website | Instagram“If you don't become trapped in this idea that what you do is so precious and be real about the impact and the degree to which images and photojournalism can go, especially if your intentions are good, you're based in reality at least. Your grounded in a certain reality where you go “I know my images aren't going to stop a war tomorrow but at least I can be a part of that documentation process.” And to me that is important. Why shouldn't we be showing a reflection of our collective humanity that is both ugly and beautiful at the same time? There are so many grey areas. The world is not black and white.” Become a full tier 1 member here to access exclusive additional subscriber-only content and the full archive of previous episodes for £5 per month.For the tier 2 archive-only membership, to access the full library of past episodes for £3 per month, go here.

Do you have things you do, with any regularity, that feed your curious soul? Things that you just know will energize and enliven your day, your week, your whole month? You should. They make a difference. Allow me to introduce you to CreativeMorning, a global network of monthly breakfast gatherings "for the creative community" -- meaning: for you, me, and anyone else who is interested. Check out CreativeMorning/Fayetteville: https://creativemornings.com/cities/FAY Theme music by Sean Balick; "Bauxite" by Little Rock, via Blue Dot Sessions.

When Alice Katter moved from Europe to the U.S., she was startled by the prevalent 9-to-5 culture dominating her colleagues' lives. Witnessing many Americans trapped in this work-centric routine until retirement, Alice sought an alternative. Exploring the different approaches to work, she set out on a mission to help others discover connection, inspiration, and regenerative practices in the workplace.Alice Katter is a Work Culture & Community Designer and Consultant and the founder of Out of Office Network, a pioneering research and design lab and hub. With over a decade of expertise in operations, programs, and strategy, Alice has collaborated with renowned organizations such as Dropbox Design, Red Bull, NOBL, and Creative Mornings. In this episode, Dart and Alice discuss:- The alternatives to a U.S. work-dominated culture - Alice's exploration of 6 rhythms of work - How to create a regenerative work and lifestyle- Insights from mushrooms on problem-solving- Tools for human connectedness in remote corporations- Fostering play in the workplace- Defining joy in and outside of work- And other topics…Alice Katter is a Work Culture & Community Designer and Consultant on a mission to craft a future where creativity, joy, and well-being are at the heart of workplaces and everyday life. With over a decade of expertise in operations, programs, and strategy, Alice has collaborated with renowned organizations such as Dropbox Design, Red Bull, NOBL, and Creative Mornings. As the founder of Out of Office Network, a pioneering research and design lab and hub, Alice is at the forefront of reimagining the way we work in a modern world. Leveraging her background in psychology, Alice enhanced her skill set through the Executive Program in Social Innovation Design, Design Thinking, and Life-Design at the University of Pennsylvania. Her impact spans across organizations from New York to London. Resources mentioned:Reimagining the Nature of Work booklet, by Alice Katter: https://www.getoutofoffice.network/shop/p/reimagining-the-nature-of-work“Making Work More Than Just Agendas,” by Alice Katter: https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/making-work-more-than-just-schedules-strategies-amplify-alice-katter%3FtrackingId= Flourishing In and Out of Office interview with Alice Katter: https://zeusjones.com/athena/articles/flourishing-in-and-out-of-officeCorporate Tarot Connection Cards: https://dropbox.design/resource/corporate-tarot-connection-cardsSpirit of Joy Planner: https://dropbox.design/resource/spirit-of-joy-planner Connect with Alice:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alicekatter  Out of Office newsletter: https://www.getoutofoffice.network/

This episode is a brand new collaboration we have with CreativeMornings, a monthly gathering of the world's largest face-to-face creative community, which recently relaunched in Milwaukee. Check it out and subscribe to the email list at creativemornings.com. Alea Cross from the CreativeMornings Milwaukee team steps in as guest host to interview Hundred Acre Founder, Chris Corkery. Hundred Acre is a unique urban farm providing a rapid response solution to food insecurity in the heart of Milwaukee. What inspired Chris to move to Milwaukee to launch Hundred Acre? What are the challenges and opportunities Hundred Acre is addressing around food insecurity? How is Hundred Acre impacting the Milwaukee community? What's next for Hundred Acre and how can you get involved? All this and more in a thoughtful, sincere episode that matters for Milwaukee. Experience Milwaukee has its home studio in Transfer Pizzeria Cafe. Our official beer partner is New Barons Brewing Cooperative. If you like getting the inside scoop about what's happening in and around the city, check out our FREE daily text at TextMKE.com. Thanks for listening. Love you, Milwaukee.

Iconic graphic designer, typographer, author, and educator Stefan Sagmeister joins live on the CreativeMornings stage to talk about his multi-decade, ever-evolving career and his newest book, Now is Better, transforming facts about the state of our world into abstract data visualizations.

In this episode, Steve and Adam are joined by Annie Werner, Host of Creative Mornings Milwaukee, the world's largest face-to-face creative community. Annie jumps in to tell us more about the organization and, to join forces with Steve against Adam in a grueling trivia face off on the history of Tied Houses in Milwaukee. How and why did Tied Houses get started? Which breweries launched and participated in the concept? Where do Tied Houses exist in Milwaukee today? What's on deck for Creative Mornings? All this and more in a hilarious episode that ends in screaming. Experience Milwaukee has its home studio in Transfer Pizzeria Cafe. Our official beer partner is New Barons Brewing Cooperative. For more on Creative Mornings, go to CreativeMornings.com. Thanks for listening. Love you, Milwaukee.

Dr. Terence Lester is a storyteller, public scholar, speaker, community activist, and author who is the Founder and Executive Director of Love Beyond Walls, a nonprofit organization focused on raising poverty and homelessness awareness and community mobilization.He's known for nationwide campaigns that bring awareness to homelessness, poverty, and economic inequality. His awareness campaigns have been featured on MLK50, CNN, Good Morning America, Essence Magazine, TEDx, TVONE, Creative Mornings, USA Today, NBC, Southern Christian Leadership Conference (SCLC) National Magazine, NBC News, AJC, Black Enterprise, Rolling Out, and Upworthy. These campaigns have been viewed by millions of people worldwide.Terence has authored seven books and three traditionally published works, including: I See You: How Love Opens Our Eyes to Invisible People, When We Stand: The Power of Seeking Justice Together, and All God's Children: How Confronting Buried History Can Build Racial Solidarity, all with InterVarsity Press.He also has a children's book coming out with IVP Kids that he co-authored with his fourteen-year-old daughter, Zion Lester, which deals with homelessness, belonging, inclusion, and encouraging children to serve others with empathy and compassion.Terence has also received numerous awards for his community activism, including being named one of Atlanta's top 500 leaders by Atlanta Magazine, being named one of Coca-Cola's History Shakers, receiving the National Urban League Humanitarian Award, Brawny Giant Award, the American Express NextGen Award, the SCLC Social Advocacy Award, Atlanta Voice's 50 under 50, the True to Atlanta Award presented by the Atlanta Hawks, Fulton County Schools Service Award, and Plywood People's Innovator Award.To stay connected with Better Place Project and for updates and behind the scenes info, please follow us on social media:Website:https://www.betterplaceproject.org/ Instagram: @BetterPlaceProj To follow Steve on Instagram@SteveNorrisOfficialFacebook: Facebook.com/BetterPlaceProjectPodcastTwitter: @BetterPlaceProjEmail: BetterPlaceProjectPodcast@gmail.com

This Morning Affirmation Practice will help you feel grounded about your purpose and gain the clarity and confidence to move towards your dreams.  Welcome to your daily portal to channel your higher-self. Hosted by Intuitive Life Purpose Coach & Empowerment Facilitator Marjolaine, this podcast is designed to be your meditative foundation for an inspiring, intuitive & powerful morning. Start your morning with a sense of calm, clarity, and joy. Each episode provides short, guided meditations, activations and talks that will invite you to step into your higher self, create what you truly desire and live your dream life now!! This is for the woman who's ready to go fully on her own path, shed her old stories, and honour her deepest desires. You can find our free masterclass & other programs here: www.aumrituals.com/explore Our new Podcast See Beyond Possible is out on Youtube: https://youtu.be/bWiFuJv6c1A?feature=shared Send us a DM on Instagram @aumrituals  

Shelby Stanger is passionate about how we can use the power of adventure to improve our mental wellbeing. The journalist-turned-podcaster's work has appeared everywhere from Outside Magazine and CNN to ESPN and The San Diego Union Tribune. In 2016, Shelby started the Wild Ideas Worth Living Podcast, to dive deeper into stories of how the adventure and nature transforms us. Acquired by REI co-op Studios in 2020, Shelby remains the host for the award-winning weekly podcast, and has interviewed hundreds of adventurers from those just starting out to famous people you've likely heard of. A sought after speaker, Shelby recently spoke at TEDx San Diego, and keynoted conversations at places like Creative Mornings, The Girl Scouts of America, and NPR. Always chasing adventure herself, Shelby has surfed in places as far as Canada to Costa Rica; sand-boarded down desolate dunes in Cape Town; paddled down a remote portion of the Amazon River (so many bug bites); and interviewed countless CEOs, athletes, activists, and thought leaders on assignment. She regularly consults with highly motivated individuals and major brands to tell better stories and even launch their own podcasts and wild ideas. You can find more at ShelbyStanger.com @shelbystanger Watch on YouTube: https://bit.ly/3opNURn  PATREON: patreon.com/brassandunity  - - - - - - - - - - - - SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS H.V.M.N - 20% off with code BRASS20 - https://hvmn.com/pages/home Mindful Meds - 15% off with code BRASS - https://mindfulmeds.io Brass & Unity - 20% off with code UNITY - http://brassandunity.com  Three Horses Hat Co - 15% off with code BRASS - ⁠https://threehorseshatco.com/⁠ Combat Flip Flops - 25% off with code UNITY - https://combatflipflops.com - - - - - - - - - - - - - SHOP B&U Jewelry & Eyewear: https://brassandunity.com  - - - - - - - - - - - - - Follow #brassandunity - - - - - - - - - - - - - CHARITY Honour House - https://www.honourhouse.ca Vet Solutions - https://vetsolutions.org  Heroic Hearts - https://www.heroicheartsproject.org Warrior Angels Foundation - https://warriorangelsfoundation.org All Secure Foundation - http://allsecurefoundation.org Defenders of Freedom - http://defendersoffreedom.us The Boot Campaign - https://bootcampaign.org

It's the Thanksgiving holiday break in the US, so we're re-broadcasting one of our favorite episodes about friendship and community, which is very timely as we approach the holiday season. Living in isolation for two years without the support of community clarified for many of us just how nourishing and essential relationships are to us. Now that we're starting to re-enter the world, how might we be more intentional about cultivating community? Tina Roth-Eisenberg—Swissmiss to her hundreds of thousands of followers on the web—has thought about this deeply. She's the founder of Creative Mornings, a global creative community in 224 cities and 67 countries that welcomes thousands of people each month to inspiring events. She's also a master at bringing small groups together for support, and as you'll hear in this episode, pretty clever at building new friendships. Show notes and transcript: https://reconsidering.org/episodes/15

Recorded immediately following Creative Mornings on Nov 3, 2023, Matt and Tim sit down with the one and only DJ Fannie Mae.

Tune into this week's solo episode as Leya explores the topic of self-care and how to support and take care of ourselves through the darker, colder seasons:What does it mean to really take care of ourselves?Why millennials are the “self care” generation and why it's not a bad thingWho are examples in your life of women who take care of themselves?Allowing self-care to change with the seasonsHow plants can support your self-care practiceHow where you live can affect your self-care routineSome of my favorite ways to take care of myself through the seasonsJoin me on December 5th for a free workshop: The Poetry of Plant Magic hosted with Creative Mornings. Sign up hereRate and review the podcast for a free guided writing meditation!

Recorded immediately following Creative Mornings at the NASCAR Hall of Fame on October 6, 2023, Matt and Tim sit down with CT Anderson from SpringClean.org, about the theme of Endurance.

I am so honored to have Dr. Terence Lester back to chat about his thought-provoking new book, All God's Children: How Confronting Buried History Can Build Racial Solidarity.In this Part 1, Steve & Terence cover topics such as:Terence's near fatal auto accidentHis receiving his Ph.D.The inspiring story that was the impetus for launching Love Beyond WallsDismantling unrecognized prejudice"The Talk" that Terence and other black parents have to have with their childrenSteve shares his white privilege storyTerence's take on "color blindness."Black history and the importance of it being taught accurately in schools to future generationsThe controversy of removing confederate statuesMuch more!Dr. Terence Lester is a storyteller, public scholar, speaker, community activist, and author who is the Founder and Executive Director of Love Beyond Walls, a nonprofit organization focused on raising poverty and homelessness awareness and community mobilization.He's known for nationwide campaigns that bring awareness to homelessness, poverty, and economic inequality. His awareness campaigns have been featured on MLK50, CNN, Good Morning America, Essence Magazine, TEDx, TVONE, Creative Mornings, USA Today, NBC, Southern Christian Leadership Conference (SCLC) National Magazine, NBC News, AJC, Black Enterprise, Rolling Out, and Upworthy. These campaigns have been viewed by millions of people worldwide.Terence has authored seven books and three traditionally published works, including: I See You: How Love Opens Our Eyes to Invisible People, When We Stand: The Power of Seeking Justice Together, and All God's Children: How Confronting Buried History Can Build Racial Solidarity, all with InterVarsity Press.He also has a children's book coming out with IVP Kids that he co-authored with his fourteen-year-old daughter, Zion Lester, which deals with homelessness, belonging, inclusion, and encouraging children to serve others with empathy and compassion.Terence has also received numerous awards for his community activism, including being named one of Atlanta's top 500 leaders by Atlanta Magazine, being named one of Coca-Cola's History Shakers, receiving the National Urban League Humanitarian Award, Brawny Giant Award, the American Express NextGen Award, the SCLC Social Advocacy Award, Atlanta Voice's 50 under 50, the True to Atlanta Award presented by the Atlanta Hawks, Fulton County Schools Service Award, and Plywood People's Innovator Award.To learn more, please visit:https://terencelester.org/https://www.lovebeyondwalls.org/Instagram: @imterencelesterTo stay connected with Better Place Project and for updates and behind the scenes info, please follow us on social media:Website:https://www.betterplaceproject.org/ Instagram: @BetterPlaceProj To follow Steve on Instagram@SteveNorrisOfficialFacebook: Facebook.com/BetterPlaceProjectPodcastTwitter: @BetterPlaceProjEmail: BetterPlaceProjectPodcast@gmail.com

CJ is a writer and media producer. He leads a messaging & production studio called Reculture and an award-winning kids media project called Ringbeller. He's had the privilege of traveling the world speaking to creative professionals at venues like Creative Mornings, TEDx, and STORY. He's also the author of the book- Get Weird, Discover the Surprising Secret to Making a Difference

The queens talk music, monsters, and masturbation with Diannely Antigua.Support Breaking Form!Review the show on Apple Podcasts here.  Buy our books:Aaron's STOP LYING is available from the Pitt Poetry Series. Publisher's Weekly calls the book "visceral, tender, and compassionate."James's ROMANTIC COMEDY is available from Four Way Books. Writing in Lit Hub, Rebecca Morgan Frank says the poems have "a gift for telling stories . . .  in acts of queer survival." Please consider buying your books from Bluestockings Cooperative, a feminist and queer indie bookselling cooperative. You can buy Ugly Music by Diannely Antigua by clicking here. Diannely Antigu is a Dominican American poet and educator, born and raised in Massachusetts. Her debut collection Ugly Music (YesYes Books, 2019) was the winner of the Pamet River Prize and a 2020 Whiting Award. Her second poetry collection Good Monster is forthcoming with Copper Canyon Press in 2024. She hosts the podcast Bread & Poetry and is currently the Poet Laureate of Portsmouth, NH, the youngest and first person of color to receive that title.Diannely reads "Diary Entry # 16 About Using My Body" from Good Monster. The poem was originally published in Muzzle Magazine and you can read it here. Two poems Diannely mentions but doesn't read: "Praise to the Boys" in the Paris Review &"Chronically" in Pangyrus.You can read the entire Raque Dalton poem "Like You" ("Como Tú") translated by Jack Hirschman here.Go here to listen to Diannely read poems and be interviewed on Was I in a CultRead a rave review of Ugly Music in Muzzle Magazine.Watch Diannely tell stories and read in the Creative Mornings  series (~25 min).Here's another terrific recording of Diannely Antigua reading at City of Asylum for "Latinx and Proud" series (~15 min). 

We are excited to have SchoolAI as a sponsor for the Summer of AI Series on Transformative Principal. Please visit schoolai.com to save your teachers 10 hours per week. What does it mean to maintain humanity?  - To practice the forgotten art of being the ordinary.  - We are ok as the messy, complex meat machines we were born with. Don't have to be personal brands. Don't have to elevate or project or photoshop.  - Reverence for the base model.- Technology does train us, regardless of what we think about that.- Have an understanding of the basis of what we have as a human.- We've lost the drive to imagine apart from entertainment and convenience.- We don't have a vision of what a profile of a graduate looks like.- We need imagination for education, housing, energy.. the areas that would benefit ordinary people the most  - 9 beatitudes of media technology- “Let's just wait until the data is conclusive”- Kayfabe vs. Collective journey- Jerry Springer - Brilliant politician in Cincinnati.- Personal brand prohibited him from being a good politician- Hero's journey is tiring.- Collective journey doesn't have heroes. It has conductors: Ted Lasso, Encanto, and Barbie.  - Teams taking down misunderstandings, and systems.- Not individual villains. People perpetuating those systems are redeemed not banished.  - It's a lot easier to ban an avatar.- Let's teach kids new modalities. Don't perpetuate the hero's journey. Create collective journeys.About CJ CasciottaCJ Casciotta brings more than a decade of experience as a results-driven creative strategist and award-winning media producer.Seen by many as a trusted voice on 21st-century cultural shifts, he's consulted and developed campaigns for presidential candidates, IPOs, startups, and Fortune 500s alike, partnering with notable brands such as MGM Studios, Delta Airlines, Sesame Street, Lululemon, and The United Nations Foundation. An accomplished media producer, he's collaborated on projects with leading culture-makers like Ira Glass of This American Life, Seth Godin, and FoodNetwork's Maneet Chauhan.A sought-after communicator and TEDx alumnus, he's traveled globally speaking to creative professionals at venues like Creative Mornings, Charity: Water, and STORY. In addition, CJ's work has been featured by Forbes, Salon, CBS, MTV, and TechCrunch. He's the author of the book Get Weird: Discover the Surprising Secret to Making a Difference (Hachette, 2018). His next book, The Forgotten Art of Being Ordinary, releases in 2023 with BenBella Books. SponsorsSave your teachers hours per week with SchoolAI. It's not just a tool, it's a partner in the classroom. With school AI teachers can plan courses in minutes. Get realtime learning data and provide one-on-one tutor tutoring. Plus it's free for teachers. Go to SchoolAI.com/tpWe're so grateful to our sponsor AI Coach by Edthena. AI Coach enables your teachers to go through coaching cycles based on their own needs. The virtual coach guides teachers to reflect on their teaching, set a goal, and create an action plan… all based on gathering classroom evidence. It gives support between PD days  and other coaching cycles.Get a free trial for your teachers here.

In the vibrant tapestry of emotive branding and transformative storytelling, we're threading together narratives that shift perspectives and inspire innovation. Today, we welcome to our podcast the phenomenal Duke Stump, a game-changer in the realm of emotive branding and a master craftsman in the art of forging meaningful company cultures. Hailed by Forbes as one of the top 50 Game-Changing CMO's, Duke has dedicated over three decades to building iconic global brands like NIKE, Seventh Generation, and Lululemon.In this episode, we invite you to take a deep dive into Duke's world, as he shares his journey from the colourful decades of the 60s and 70s to his current 'Bonfire With Soul' endeavours. We discuss his transformative experiences at the helm of some of the world's most iconic brands and how these experiences have been a rich petri dish for learning, innovation, and reimagining brand in a lifelong quest for curiosity.Duke will talk about the power of emotionally charged branding, as he takes us on an exploration of his guiding principles together with the mantra of "Don't Create Magic, Create The Conditions For Magic to Happen." We will learn about the importance of building brands that last the test of time, together with cultures and brands that foster creativity, biomimicry and forging brands of meaning in our ever evolving world.We touch on brands that inspire such as the work of Oscar winners We-Present to the inspirational work of A24, Creative Mornings, TrackSmith, Night, Prime and Unit 9. We also delve deep into the creator economy and why trust and leadership are central to creativity and brand innovation, as well as the role they play in shaping brands and purpose led movements for change.We will dissect lessons from Patagonia and the disruptive innovation philosophy behind Ben & Jerry's, all while probing into the ever-evolving realities of brand. The notion that honesty trumps perfection is dissected, alongside the liberating aspects of constraints in brand building. We will touch upon the beauty of simplicity and significance in creativity, and why the most resonant brands are those that inspire, move people, and make us feel part of the story.Duke's wisdom takes us beyond traditional business models, prompting us to "Unlearn Business As Usual." He champions a human-centered philosophy, a life-long learning mindset, and a persistent challenge against the status quo. Drawing on insights from Nike's legendary EKIN program, the Dasgupta Review, poetry, philosophy, and his own trailblazing work 'Bonfire with soul', Duke underscores the absolute need for impact-driven branding and relentless innovation.This episode isn't just another podcast—it's a vibrant tapestry of branding evolution, a powerful testament to the might of storytelling, and a rallying cry for challenging norms. As Duke reminds us, now is the time to 'quiet our cleverness'. So tune in and let these narratives fuel your inspiration and curiosity. As Walter Landor astutely observed, "Products are made in a factory but brands are created in the mind."Enjoy! Join our tribe and lets grow together https://plus.acast.com/s/purpose-made-podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Step into the inspiring world of Maryland Art Place as Rob Lee, the naturally curious and talented storyteller, takes the stage for his Creative Mornings talk on the theme of 'Truth.' In this captivating presentation, Rob explores the concept of truth through three famous quotes, sharing his unique perspective as the host of "The Truth In This Art" podcast.With over 400 interviews featuring a diverse guest list of artists, entrepreneurs, and tastemakers, Rob has become a prominent voice in Baltimore and beyond. Motivated by a desire to challenge negative narratives and false perceptions about his beloved hometown, Rob created "The Truth In This Art" podcast in 2019. In recognition of his impactful work, the podcast was awarded the title of Best Podcast in Baltimore by Baltimore Magazine's esteemed editors in 2022.Beyond his podcast, Rob's commitment to the arts and community shines through his active involvement on the boards of the Baltimore Improv Group and Creative Nomads. These organizations provide platforms for live comedy shows, adult and youth workshops, podcasting, and foster the professional and craft development of arts entrepreneurs. Rob's dedication to providing access to arts, music, and cultural programming to all youth and families is a testament to his belief in the transformative power of creativity.Join Rob Lee as he takes you on a thought-provoking journey through his Creative Mornings talk at Maryland Art Place. Experience the wisdom and insights he uncovers through three powerful quotes, and gain a deeper understanding of truth in the context of art, storytelling, and community.Photo by Schaun Champion

EPISODE DESCRIPTION Tina Roth Eisenberg, also known as Swissmiss, started Creative Mornings in September of 2008, in New York City. She wanted to create an accessible, inspiring, morning event for creative people to meet. Today, there are Creative Mornings in more than 200 cities, about 70 countries across the globe, and it reaches 25,000 people per month. In addition to Creative Mornings, Tina is the founder of the designer temporary tattoo brand, Tatley, and the co-working community, Friends Work Here. In this episode, you'll learn: The beginnings of Creative Mornings How Tina has scaled it into the global brand that it is today Why we need to get back to making things just for fun Why you may want to consider financially supporting the organizations you love Full transcript and show notes Follow Tina on Twitter / Instagram / Blog Tina's Creative Mornings Website *** CONNECT

Shelby Stanger is the host and creator of the hit podcast, Wild Ideas Worth Living, an REI Co-Op Studios production. Over the years, her work has appeared everywhere from Outside Magazine to ESPN, and she has spoken to organizations like The Girl Scouts of America, NPR, and Creative Mornings, and has a TEDx talk coming this year. Always chasing adventure herself, Shelby has surfed from Canada to Costa Rica; sand-boarded down desolate dunes in Cape Town; paddled down a remote portion of the Amazon River (so many bug bites); and interviewed countless CEOs, athletes, activists, and thought leaders. She regularly consults with highly motivated individuals and brands to tell better stories and even launch their own podcasts and wild ideas.

“Who you hang out with determines what you dream about and what you collide with.” - Seth GodinYearning to find community as a Swiss transplant in New York City, Tina Roth-Eisenberg was so moved by these words that she transformed an old office into a fresh co-working space for creatives. From that space, Tina would incubate her would-be biggest project yet: CreativeMornings, an event series that brings local creatives together, which has since grown to over 200 chapters around the world And best of all? It's totally free to attend. This week on How I Built This Lab, Tina shared how her design career morphed into an unintentional, yet completely inspired path to entrepreneurship that spawned several successful businesses. Plus, she shares her perspectives on why community and collaboration are key when it comes to building new things.This episode was produced by Carla Esteves and edited by John Isabella, with music by Ramtin Arablouei. Our audio engineer was Brian Jarboe.You can follow HIBT on Twitter & Instagram, and email us at hibt@id.wondery.com.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Grab the freebie for this episode by heading here!   There's a lot that goes into hiring a content support contractor – here's where to start If you're at a point in your business where you could use a little extra help creating content, you should 100% consider hiring a contractor.  Not only will it allow you to spend more time in your zone of genius, but you can also bring them on for just a few hours or on an as-needed basis, which isn't an option with a full-time employee.  Over the years, I've relied on skilled content contractors to create content for my audience. Under my (and my team's) direction, they've done everything from writing email copy to producing high-traffic lead magnets, and more! But here's the thing. It takes quite a bit of work and lots of communication to bring on a content support contractor and have it work successfully.  Luckily, I've got it boiled down to a fine science – so I know exactly what I'm looking for, where to find that person, and how to onboard them so the relationship is a win/win for everyone involved.  And that's what I'm diving into in this episode. You'll hear: Why hiring a contractor over a full-time employee can be more beneficial in the beginning The importance of providing lots of support and resources for your contractor The best places to find a content support contractor, and how to vet them How to onboard contractors and offer constructive feedback So if you're thinking about hiring a contractor to help you create content, be sure to tune in – because these strategies will definitely set you in the right direction.  Here's a glance at this episode... [08:28] Set realistic goals and timelines with contractors, because they will have other clients. Be clear on how many hours you will need them.  [11:13] Doing everything yourself will lead to grief and overwhelm. When it's time to scale, you have to believe other people can do it better than you. [15:33] Another person can offer a fresh perspective with your content.  [16:29] We've found some people on Fiverr, Create & Cultivate, Creative Mornings, and LinkedIn, but referrals are my favorite way to find contractors.   [19:23] Ask for samples or a paid project test run. Give them time to ask questions and set a deadline. Assign a task to familiarize them with your content.  [23:05] We have an Asana checklist to make sure we have everything we need from our contractors, and that they're provided with access to what they need. [27:00] Agree on how often you'll meet and if it will be virtual or in person. Provide your voice and brand guides up front to avoid extra editing.  [30:34] Ask how they prefer to receive feedback and share your feedback style.  [39:45] We use Asana to set up projects and tasks for contractors. Include all of the necessary support documents and be as specific as possible.  [45:16] Make sure they create their work on your Google drive. You want access to all of your stuff created by them.  [48:27] Action steps: Get clear on the hours and budget. Begin your search and onboard with everything I've shared. Give them a project test run. Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts "I love Amy and Online Marketing Made Easy."