Podcasts about Creativity

Send us a textThis week's Grasshopper Notes essay from John Morgan for the week of December 29th addresses living alone with your thoughts . . . and how to treat them.Grasshopper Notes are the writings from America's Best Known Hypnotherapist John Morgan. His podcasts contain his most responded to essays and blog posts from the past two decades.  Find the written versions of these podcasts on John's podcasting site: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1628038"The Grasshopper" is the part of you that whispers pearls of wisdom that  seem to pop into your mind from out of the blue. John's essays and blog posts are his interpretations of these "Nips of Nectar." Others have labeled his writings as timeless wisdom.  Most of the John's writings revolve around self improvement and self help. They address topics like: • Mindfulness• Peace of mind• Creativity• How to stay in the present moment• Spirituality• Behavior improvementAnd stories that transform you to a wider sense of awareness that presents more options. And isn't that what we all want, more options?  John uploads these podcasts on a regular basis. So check back often to hear these podcasts heard around the world. Who wants to be the next person to change?  Make sure to order a copy of John's new book: WISDOM OF THE GRASSHOPPER – 21 Days to Creativity. These mini-meditations take you inside where all your creative resources live. And you'll come out not only refreshed but recommitted to creating your future.  It's only $16.95 and available at BLURB.COM at the link below. https://www.blurb.com/b/10239673-wisd...Also, download John's FREE book INTER RUPTION: The Magic Key To Lasting Change. It's available at John's website  https://GrasshopperNotes.com

Welcome to the last episode of 2025! Earlier on in the year, we had a mini-series on literacy and numeracy. Today's episode continues on from that theme as Olly is joined by Austin and Richard from the 2 To Ramble podcast. The three discuss the use of science in science fiction books and films, as well as the creator's role of balancing being factual and imaginative.Show theme music: Kevin MacLeodThank you to the whole TWICS team for the incredible behind-the-scenes volunteering every week! Host: Dr Olly Dove (Insta: ols_dove)Production: Dr Olly Dove (Insta: ols_dove)Media & Promotion: Ella Burgun

Send us a textAre we living — or simply scrolling through life? In this powerful conversation, Joey Pinz sits down with digital wellbeing expert and endurance athlete Colin Corby to explore how our relationship with technology is quietly reshaping our health, focus, and sense of connection. Colin shares his extraordinary journey from tech-industry burnout to four Ironman triathlons, open-water distance swims, and ultimately building The Digital Detox Coach to help people reclaim time, energy, and clarity.We explore why so many of us wake up and reach for our phones, the subtle ways multitasking drains our cognitive power, how online “noise” crowds out creativity, and why younger generations struggle with real-life communication. Colin introduces the concept of becoming a business athlete — someone who treats recovery, mindset, focus, and boundaries as seriously as physical training.He breaks down signs you may need a digital reset, how habits form, the dangers of constant notifications, and why tech isn't the enemy — our lack of balance is.If you've ever felt overwhelmed, distracted, or too “plugged in,” this episode offers a grounded, hopeful roadmap to healthier digital living.⭐ Top 3 Highlights

Join Grandpa Bill as he delves into the transformative power of the EE System, exploring its innovative use of scalar wave technology. Discover how this groundbreaking approach is not only enhancing energy and growth but also fostering creativity and community advocacy. Tune in to learn about the potential of the EE System to revolutionize our understanding of energy and its impact on our lives.Unlocking the Power of the EE System: A New Era in Energy and GrowthIn a world constantly seeking innovative solutions, the EE System emerges as a beacon of hope, promising to revolutionize our understanding of energy. Grandpa Bill takes us on a journey through the intricacies of scalar wave technology, highlighting its potential to transform not only energy consumption but also creativity and community advocacy.The EE System: A Powerhouse of Innovation The EE System stands at the forefront of technological advancement, utilizing scalar wave technology to enhance energy efficiency and growth. Unlike traditional electromagnetic fields, scalar waves offer a unique approach, filling environments with stationary energy that promotes homeostasis and cellular rejuvenation.Enhancing Creativity and Community Advocacy Beyond its energy applications, the EE System plays a pivotal role in fostering creativity and community engagement. By creating environments conducive to deep relaxation and theta brainwave states, it unlocks new levels of creative potential. This technology also supports community advocacy, providing tools for holistic entrepreneurs to thrive and make a positive impact. As we embrace the possibilities of the EE System, we stand on the brink of a new era in energy and growth. Its innovative approach not only promises to transform our energy landscape but also empowers individuals and communities to reach new heights of creativity and collaboration. Join us in exploring the future of energy with the EE System.Subscribe now to stay updated on the latest advancements in energy technology and community advocacy

What's up legends? In this episode, I sit down with Aaron Doughty for a deep, honest conversation about why so many of us lose ourselves in relationships and how people-pleasing, self-abandonment, and unexpressed emotion quietly drain attraction, polarity, and connection.We explore how childhood conditioning shapes adult identity, why tension isn't something to avoid but a necessary catalyst for growth, and how the pursuit of approval keeps us disconnected from our authentic power.This episode weaves together inner child dynamics, masculine and feminine polarity, self-acceptance, neutrality, and the subtle ways urgency, ego, and validation run our relationships, business, and sense of self-worth. We unpack why worthiness is a concept rather than a feeling, how embracing discomfort restores respect and desire, and why becoming more yourself is the real path to intimacy, leadership, and freedom.If you've ever felt drained in relationships, stuck in people-pleasing patterns, or caught between self-development and self-acceptance, this conversation will challenge the way you see love, identity, and what it actually means to come home to yourself.WORK WITH ME

Chris and Jody are hitting rewind and bringing back a special encore presentation of one of the most beloved conversations in Inside the Recording Studio history: their in-depth interview with CJ Vanston. And honestly? This one was worth rerunning anyway.   CJ Vanston isn't just a producer or keyboard wizard, he's a musical storyteller who's been behind the curtain of some truly iconic recordings. In this episode, Chris and Jody revisit their captivating conversation with CJ, unpacking how great records actually get made, why vibe matters more than gear lists, and what decades in the industry teach you that no plug-in manual ever will.   Behind the Curtain: CJ's Creative Process This encore gives you another chance to soak in CJ's refreshingly grounded approach to music production. He talks openly about creative decision-making, how he chooses sounds that serve the song (not the ego), and why less technical obsession often leads to more emotional impact. If you're deep into home studio gear, chasing better recording setup tips, or endlessly tweaking instead of finishing songs, this conversation might gently (or not-so-gently) reset your priorities.   CJ also dives into how he listens: stripping sessions down to the essentials, focusing on feel before fidelity, and trusting instincts over specs. It's a powerful reminder that great records aren't built by hiding behind menus or obsessing over hidden features in studio gear, but by committing to musical choices that communicate something real.   Musical Wisdom That Still Hits Whether you're an aspiring producer, a seasoned engineer, or a musician building tracks at home, CJ's insights hold up beautifully. He shares hard-earned lessons about collaboration, keeping sessions human, and why the best studios, regardless of budget, feel safe, playful, and honest.   Along the way, Chris and Jody keep things firmly grounded in Inside the Recording Studio fashion: smart questions, practical takeaways, and just enough nonsense to remind you that making music should still be fun. Expect laughs, side comments, and the kind of conversational detours that make it feel like you're hanging out in the control room rather than sitting through a lecture.   Why This Encore Matters If you missed this episode the first time, welcome, you're in for a treat. If you heard it before, you'll likely catch new details this time around, especially if your studio skills (or frustrations) have evolved. From practical mindset shifts to subtle production philosophies, this rerun proves that the best advice doesn't expire.   So grab your headphones, fire up your DAW (or maybe… close it for an hour), and join Chris and Jody as they revisit a timeless conversation about music, production, and the art behind the hits.  

If you've been dragging some of last year around with you, or you've been feeling that strange mix of excitement and pressure that shows up every January, this episode is calling your name. Closing out the year, the POTC cohosts are bringing you a conversation about how creativity can be a lifeline, a mindset shift, and a really enjoyable way to start 2026 feeling more like yourself.Walking you through simple ways to reflect on the past year, we share some creative exercises that spark real insight and explore how tuning into your creative side can help you make meaning, connect with people, and better handle the tough stuff life throws at you. If you're craving more joy, connection, or just a new angle on the year ahead, you're bound to find something that resonates.So settle in, and join us in starting the year with intention, curiosity, and a little touch of creativity.Listen and Learn: Reflection Exercises, including: Finding Meaning: Reflecting on the past year, where were you last New Year's, and what were your biggest highs and lows since thenMeaningful Moments: Reflecting on two or three meaningful moments from the past year and vividly recalling the sights, sounds, and feelings of each experienceLessons, Wins and Moving Forward: Reflecting on your past year to uncover lessons from mistakes, celebrate achievements, and clarify what truly matters to you as you move into 2026Vision for the Year Ahead: Reflecting on what you truly want, the areas you've neglected, and the values you want to prioritize in the year aheadHow incorporating creative, life-affirming activities can boost your well-being and help you navigate life's challengesPractical exercises and tips to spark more creativity in your life in the new yearResources: Access the New Year's Reflection Questions from this episode (.pdf or editable MS Word versions available) Debbie's Guided Journaling Substack with writing prompts and a 30-day journaling challengeYear Compass worksheets: https://yearcompass.com/Word of the Year and Unravel Your Year worksheets by Susannah Conway: https://www.susannahconway.com/unravel Creative Mornings: https://creativemornings.com/ Jill | Betrayal Weekly: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/jill-betrayal-weekly/id1615637724?i=1000726003078 If you have a story connected to trauma, crime, or someone who's caused harm—and you feel ready to share it—Jill would love to hear from you. You can book a free 30-minute consult at:https://jillstoddard.com/contact-us About the POTC CoHosts: Debbie Sorensen, PhD, Co-hostDebbie (she/her) is a clinical psychologist in private practice in Denver, Colorado with a bachelor's degree in Psychology and Anthropology from the University of Colorado, Boulder, and a Ph.D. in Psychology from Harvard University. She is author of the book ACT for Burnout: Recharge, Reconnect, and Transform Burnout with Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and co-author of ACT Daily Journal: Get Unstuck and Live Fully with Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. She loves living in Colorado, her home state, with her husband, two daughters, and dog. When she's not busy working or podcasting, she enjoys reading fiction, cooking, traveling, and getting outdoors in the beautiful Rocky Mountains! You can learn more about Debbie, read her blog, and find out about upcoming presentations and training events at her webpage, drdebbiesorensen.com.Jill Stoddard, PhD, Co-hostJill Stoddard is passionate about sharing science-backed ideas from psychology to help people thrive. She is a psychologist, writer, TEDx speaker, award-winning teacher, peer-reviewed ACT trainer, bariatric coach, and co-host of the popular Psychologists Off the Clock podcast. Dr. Stoddard is the founder and director of The Center for Stress and Anxiety Management, an outpatient practice specializing in evidence-based therapies for anxiety and related issues. She is the author of three books: The Big Book of ACT Metaphors: A Practitioner's Guide to Experiential Exercises and Metaphors in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy; Be Mighty: A Woman's Guide to Liberation from Anxiety, Worry, and Stress Using Mindfulness and Acceptance; and Imposter No More: Overcome Self-doubt and Imposterism to Cultivate a Successful Career. Her writing has also appeared in The Washington Post, Psychology Today, Scary Mommy, Thrive Global, The Good Men Project, and Mindful Return. She regularly appears on podcasts and as an expert source for various media outlets. She lives in Newburyport, MA with her husband, two kids, and disobedient French Bulldog. Michael Herold, Co-HostMichael (he/him) is a confidence trainer and social skills coach, based in Vienna, Austria. He's helping his clients overcome their social anxiety through Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and fun exposure exercises. (Though the jury is still out on whether they're mostly fun for him). He is also a certified therapeutic game master, utilizing the Dungeons&Dragons tabletop roleplaying game to train communication, assertiveness, and teamwork with young adults. Or actually, anyone ready to roll some dice and battle goblins in a supportive group where players want to level up (pun!) their social skills. Michael is the head coach of the L.A. based company The Art of Charm, running their confidence-building program “Unstoppable” as well as workshops on small talk, storytelling, vulnerability, and more. He is the scientific advisor and co-producer of their large podcast with more than 250 million downloads. As a member of the Association for Contextual Behavioral Science (ACBS), Michael is the current President of the ACT Coaching Special Interest Group with nearly 1,000 coaches worldwide, and the co-founder of the ACT in Austria Affiliate of ACBS, a nationwide meetup for ACT practitioners in Austria. He's a public speaker who has spoken at TEDx, in front of members of parliament, universities, and once in a cinema full of 500 kids high on sugary popcorn. In a previous life, he was a character animator working on award-winning movies and TV shows such as “The Penguins of Madagascar” and “Kung Fu Panda”. That was before he realized that helping people live a meaningful life is much more rewarding than working in the film business – even though the long nights in the studio allowed him to brew his own beer in the office closet, an activity he highly recommends. Michael grew up with five foster kids who were all taken out of abusive families. His foster sisters showed him how much positive change is possible in a person if they have the love and support they need.Emily Edlynn, PhD, Co-HostEmily (she/her) is a licensed clinical psychologist specializing in pediatric health psychology who works in private practice with children, teens, and adults. She has a BA in English from Smith College, a PhD in clinical psychology from Loyola University Chicago, and completed postgraduate training at Stanford and Children's Hospital Orange County. Emily spent almost ten years working in children's hospitals before pivoting to private practice, which allowed her to start a writing career. Emily has written her blog, The Art and Science of Mom, since 2017 and a parenting advice column for Parents.com since 2019. Emily's writing has also appeared in the Washington Post, Scary Mommy, Good Housekeeping, Motherly, and more. She recently added author to her bio with her book, Autonomy-Supportive Parenting: Reduce Parental Burnout and Raise Competent Confident Children and has a Substack newsletter. Emily lives with her husband, three children, and two rescue dogs in Oak Park, IL where she can see Chicago's skyline from her attic window. Yael Schonbrun, PhD, Co-hostYael (she/her) is a licensed clinical psychologist who wears a number of professional hats: She has a small private practice specializing in evidence-based relationship therapy, she's an assistant professor at Brown University, and she writes for nonacademic audiences about working parenthood. She has a B.A. from Washington University in St. Louis, a Ph.D. in clinical psychology from the University of Colorado, Boulder, and completed her postgraduate training at Brown University. In all areas of her work, Yael draws on scientific research, her clinical experience, ancient wisdom (with an emphasis on Taoism), and real life experiences with her three little boys. You can find out more about Yael's writing, including her book, Work, Parent, Thrive, and about her research by clicking the links. You can follow Yael on Linkedin and Instagram where she posts about relationship science or subscribe to her newsletter, Relational, to get the science of relationships in your email inbox!Related Episodes: 410. Creativity and Making Things with Kelly Corrigan and Claire Corrigan Lichty345. Writing for Personal Growth with Maureen Murdock211. Subtract with Leidy Klotz73. Essentialism with Greg McKeown257. The Gift of Being Ordinary with Ron Siegel 37. Post-Traumatic Growth with Diana and Debbie375. Midlife: From Crisis to Curiosity with Meg McKelvie and Debbie Sorensen 285. What Do You Want Out of Life? Values Fulfillment Theory with Valerie Tiberius 351. You Only Die Once with Jodi Wellman 138. Exploring Existence and Purpose: Existentialism with Robyn Walser 329. The Power of Curiosity with Scott ShigeokaSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode I share my five biggest lessons learned from 2025! From creative energy to shadow-work and rock bottoms, we'll explore my biggest takeaways walking away from a year of lots of transformation, big changes and even some leaps of faith.Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@field__notespod Connect with me about coaching sessions: edengarciathaler@gmail.com Learn more: edenhetrick.com Submit a topic for the podcast: https://tally.so/r/mOMzA7 Follow on IG: https://www.instagram.com/field__notespod About me:Welcome to Field Notes Podcast. I created this podcast to be a living roadmap for transforming your patterns into your expanded potential. Tune in for perspectives that spark transformation and tips for optimizing your well-being in a crunchy (yet non-dogmatic) way. On the ongoing journey of finding freedom from the stuff that keeps us stuck—here are my field notes. If you are looking for deeper support on your journey of becoming, I offer 1:1 sessions and I would love to support you. Visit edenhetrick.com for more information. Please inquire for sliding scale availability. If you love this show and want to support it's growth: Share the show w/ someone Leave a 5-star rating ...

The Haunting Power of Imagination: A Journey into the Mind of a WriterThis story explores the themes of creativity, the struggle of an author to write horror stories, the conception of evil, and the psychological implications of bringing a monster to life through thought. It delves into the author's mental state as he grapples with his fears and the consequences of his imagination.In the dim glow of a solitary lamp, a writer sits, wrestling with the shadows of his own creation. The room is filled with an eerie silence, broken only by the occasional rustle of paper and the soft murmur of a voice, speaking to no one but himself. This is the world of "Lights Out," a series that delves into the unusual and the unsettling, where the boundaries between reality and imagination blur.The protagonist, a writer himself, finds his mind a battleground of ideas and fears. "I just don't know what to write about," he confesses, caught between the horrors of the world outside and the demons within. His struggle is not just with words, but with the very essence of creation. As he conjures monsters and tales of terror, he questions the morality of his craft—men are dying in foxholes, and here he is, weaving stories of ghosts and groans.Yet, it is this very act of creation that becomes his salvation and his curse. The writer's mind, a fertile ground for the seeds of imagination, gives life to a creature born of his darkest thoughts. "A tremendous force of fiendishness and inhumanity," he muses, as the lines between his fiction and reality begin to dissolve. The monster, a manifestation of his fears and guilt, becomes all too real, a testament to the power of thought and the dangers of dwelling too long in the shadows.As the story unfolds, we are reminded of the delicate balance between creativity and madness. The writer's journey is a cautionary tale, a reminder that our thoughts have the power to shape our reality, for better or worse. In the end, it is not the monsters we create that haunt us, but the realization that they are born from within.Subscribe now to explore more tales that challenge the boundaries of imagination and reality.TakeawaysThe stories told are not for the faint-hearted.Creativity can be a struggle, especially in horror.The author feels a deep connection to the characters he creates.Evil can manifest from one's own thoughts and fears.The act of writing can lead to psychological turmoil.The concept of a monster can symbolize inner demons.Mental health plays a crucial role in creative processes.The line between reality and imagination can blur in storytelling.The importance of belief in one's own narrative.Plot development often reflects personal experiences and fears.unusual stories, creativity, evil, monster, mental state, plot development, horror, radio drama, storytelling, psychological themes

Blah… That's how I feel about AI-generated writing. I have become personally outraged by all the sloppy AI that I read every day in social media. (However, it's actually working in my favor because I'm not scrolling as much as I used to.) Are you also tired of seeing the same phrases and the same cliches? Let's both be better. In this episode, I'll teach you the FLAT mnemonic test so you can spot when AI language is leaving you, well, generic. Trust me when I say it will enhance your writing quality! F - formulaic language L - lazy phrases A - artificial optimism T - thesaurus thinking. Special bonus! I'll give you a glimpse at what our Catalysts are saying inside my Catalyst Studio Mentorship. I'll share all the top apps they're using with AI and how they're using them so that you can level up your experience in the social media realm.   The future of charting with AI: https://drlarasalyer.com/2024/03/22/episode-106-the-future-of-charting-with-ai/ Take the FREE Micropractice Assessment: https://3nb09zv7070.typeform.com/to/P56ItjWi Catalyst Studio: https://drlarasalyer.com/catalyst/#studio Brainstorming session: https://drlarasalyer.as.me/discovery     Connect with Lara: Website: https://drlarasalyer.com The Catalyst Way: https://drlarasalyer.com/catalyst Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-catalyst-way-creative-strategies-for-women-in/id1611612131  Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7d96T0XY32NxEefslXhLNo?si=90609a4ca6254dec  https://www.instagram.com/drlarasalyer/  https://www.facebook.com/drlarasalyer https://www.linkedin.com/in/drlarasalyer/ https://www.tiktok.com/@Creativity.Doctor 

Idea: Gum that tastes like meat or a savory, meat-based meal, to help you lose weight, eat foods you'd otherwise be allergic to, etc. Also: brainstorming silly flavors and product names, such as "Gum-A-Petit" and "Bluekake"; combining tomato gum, lettuce gum, and beef gum to create a burger taste; the risk of blowing bubbles with your meat gum and getting attacked by a dog or a bear; using toddlers to manufacture the gum because they don't have the teeth to chew (i.e. steal) the gum; you can leave the gum on a park bench and a deer will come take it (and later die) so you don't have to clean the bench Greag Brown (facebook.com/gbcherub https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-gregs-of-society/id1826617913) Rye Grae (instagram.com/ryegrae81) Tom Walma (https://creativitywasted.com/creativitywasted x.com/thomaswalma twitch.tv/gameymcfitness) This podcast is part of Planet Ant Podcasts (https://planetant.com) This podcast is powered by Pinecast.

At the beginning of the year, cartoonists Dave Kellett and Brad Guigar made their predictions for the coming year — and set goals for themselves. Now, as the year comes to a close, it's the brutally honest follow-up episode where they grade themselves — and sometimes discover that Past-Brad and Past-Dave were wildly optimistic. Or deluded. Or both.2025 PREDICTIONSDAVE: Business planning for cartoonists is gonna be filled with a lot of anxiety. Trump will be a chaos agent.BRAD: the “winners” of 2025 will be the cartoonists and businesses that help people *deal* with anxiety.DAVE: Bluesky will be at 50M users by the end of the year (we were at 23M when he made that prediction)BRAD: Substack: will gain in prominence. They're going to have a user base in the same league as Patreon, Kickstarter, or Twitter.DAVE: “We will all be playing reactionary, whack-a-mole with our life decisions in the first two years of the Trump administration.”BRAD: AI will start to gain a foothold among writers and artists, as an assistant to their writing or their process or their brainstorming. Dave concurred.

Vinny DelGuidice teaches us how to build a sustainable food blogging workflow using batching, planning ahead, and reusing what already works. Vinny DelGiudice is the creator of Always From Scratch, an Italian-American family food blog he started six years ago. He is a professional photographer, dad, and husband who focuses on developing nostalgic family recipes from his and his wife's childhood, meals that make it easier for families to sit down at the table and enjoy time together. Burnout is not a requirement for success. Vincent shares how he stopped forcing creativity, built a repeatable workflow, and learned to do less while growing more. This episode is a reality check for food bloggers who feel overwhelmed, scattered, or stuck in constant decision mode. Key points discussed include: Choose your creative time: You will make better content faster when you stop forcing creative work into the wrong hours. Batching saves your sanity: Planning shoots and tasks in advance removes decision fatigue and keeps momentum going. Plan tomorrow before today ends: Knowing exactly what you will work on next eliminates wasted mental energy. Reuse what already works: Series content and proven formats outperform constant reinvention. One shoot multiple assets: Shooting photo and video together cuts production time in half. Not every platform deserves you: Focus on where your audience actually is and outsource or skip the rest. Comparison kills momentum: Staying in your own lane protects creativity and consistency. Connect with Vinny DelGuidice Website | Instagram

WARNING: This episode is funny, silly and spontaneous!   SUMMARY In this episode, the hosts engage in a light-hearted discussion about creating a unique holiday for the martial arts community. They explore various themes such as the significance of horse stance, the importance of community celebration, and the fun challenges that could be included in the holiday festivities. The conversation also delves into the role of a mascot, Garyll the Horse, and how it can enhance the holiday experience. Overall, the episode is a creative and humorous take on bringing the martial arts community together through a shared celebration. In this episode, the speakers brainstorm and develop the concept of 'Ambitioning Day,' a martial arts-themed event aimed at fostering community, motivation, and reflection among practitioners. They discuss the importance of planning, naming the event, incorporating fun activities, and establishing traditions that encourage participation and social interaction. The conversation highlights the significance of creating a welcoming atmosphere for both new and returning students, culminating in a unique celebration that emphasizes training and camaraderie.   TAKEAWAYS The martial arts community deserves its own holiday. Horse stance is a key element of the proposed holiday. Celebration can foster community among martial arts practitioners. The holiday can be a social event rather than a training session. Traditions can be flexible and vary by school. Fun challenges can engage participants and create memorable experiences. The mascot, Garyll the Horse, adds a whimsical touch to the holiday. Activities should be enjoyable and accessible to all ages. The holiday can be celebrated at different times by different schools. Creativity and humor are essential in developing the holiday's lore. The event is designed to re-energize New Year's resolutions. Reflection on training can be a powerful component of the event. Creating a fun atmosphere is essential for engagement. Traditions can enhance the experience and foster community. Food plays a significant role in social gatherings. Activities should cater to all skill levels and encourage participation.

Creative expression has powerful effects on our health and well-being, far beyond what we once imagined. In this SEE YOU NOW Insight, drawn from Episode 81: Making Spirits Bright (Part I), Susan Magsamen, Executive Director of the International Arts and Mind Lab at the Brain Science Institute at Johns Hopkins University, and senior advisor to the Science of Learning Institute at Johns Hopkins University, explores how science is beginning to validate what artists have long known: aesthetic and creative experiences are not luxuries, they are powerful tools for healing. To listen to this Insight clip's full episode visit SEE YOU NOW Podcast Episode 81: Making Spirits Bright (Part I) and be sure to check out Episode 82: Making Spirits Bright (Part II) as well, at APPLE, SPOTIFY, YOUTUBE, or at your favorite streaming platform.   For more information on the podcast bundles, visit ANA's Innovation Website at https://www.nursingworld.org/practice-policy/innovation/education.    Have questions or feedback for the SEE YOU NOW team?  Future episode ideas? Contact us at hello@seeyounowpodcast.com.     

Year-End Reflections: Rest, Creativity, and Making Space for What MattersIn this short, reflective year-end episode of the Two Piers Podcast, host Erica D'Eramo closes out the year with an unscripted conversation recorded on Christmas Day in Maine—complete with snowstorms, power outages, and a curious cat in the background.Rather than a traditional interview, this episode offers space to slow down and reflect on what rest, creativity, and strategic thinking really require. Erica explores why the pressure to “come back refreshed” after the holidays often misses the mark, especially for people whose brains don't thrive in full stop mode.The conversation weaves together reflections on:Why rest doesn't always mean doing nothingHow flow-state activities (like cooking, reading, walking, or puzzles) can be deeply restorativeThe role of the brain's Default Mode Network (DMN) in creativity and strategic thinkingWhy constant busyness and digital distraction make it harder to think long-termPractical ways to create generative space without forcing stillnessThe episode closes with a reminder that joy is not something to feel guilty about—it's essential fuel for facing hard things and creating meaningful change.A gentle, human way to wrap up the year and head into the next with more intention and compassion.

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Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! For our fourth Parleys at the Platter special, I invited Lauren Walsh, Mandi Quin, Britt Anderson, Katherine, and Hank "DnDoodles" to discuss the fundamental elements that make D&D work: Art & Creativity! From the little brown books to the explosion of digital media, the world of art and creativity surrounding D&D continues to grow and expand over these last 50 years. How are we inspired? How can we continue to explore? And what are the technological challenges and ideological pitfalls must we confront like the Tomb of Horrors? Visit our website at https://sidekicksandsidequests.com (https://sidekicksandsidequests.com) Twitter Page (https://twitter.com/SideKQPodcast) Facebook Page (https://www.facebook.com/SideKQPodcast) Subreddit Page (https://www.reddit.com/r/SideKQPodcast) Instagram Page (https://www.instagram.com/sidekqpodcast) Discord Server (https://discord.gg/yraJJ6JHEd) Support the podcast AND use Zencastr at the same time by going to my referral link (https://zencastr.com/?via=sidekqpodcast) Music Used: "Minstrel Guild" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) "Folk Round" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) "Thatched Villagers" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) "Fiddles McGinty" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) "The Pyre" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) "Skye Cuillin" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) "Arcadia" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) "Elf Meditation" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Special Guests: Britt Anderson, Hank DnDoodles, Katherine S., Lauren Walsh, and Mandi Quin.

Ken and Preston examine whether robotics has lost its way, echoing Rodney Brooks' concerns. They dissect the gap between AI language models and physical robotics, focusing on dexterous manipulation, tactile sensing, and visual feedback. IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN: 00:00:00 - Intro 00:02:37 - Why Ken agrees that robotics may have “lost its way” 00:03:37 - The critical gap between AI language skills and robotic manipulation 00:04:33 - How robot mobility is advancing, but dexterity still lags 00:08:15 - Why tying shoelaces is still too complex for robots 00:12:37 - The role of tactile sensing vs. vision in robotic surgery 00:14:45 - How camera placement in robotic hands affects manipulation 00:20:18 - Why the robot data gap could be 100,000 years behind language models 00:25:13 - Why simpler grippers often outperform human-like robotic hands 00:27:03 - The engineering behind Dex-Net and Ambi Robotics' success 00:34:37 - How real-world testing exposed unexpected robotic limitations Disclaimer: Slight discrepancies in the timestamps may occur due to podcast platform differences. BOOKS AND RESOURCES Official website: Ken Goldberg. Website mentioned: Ambi Robotics.  Research Article: Dex-Net in Science Robotics January 2019. Executive Education profile: Prof. Ken Goldberg.  Ken Goldberg interview by Kara Manke: Are We Truly on the Verge of the Humanoid Robot Revolution?   Goldberg on Moravec's Paradox. Goldberg on AI and Creativity. TEDx Talk: "Robots:  What's Taking So Long?" Op-Ed by Ken Goldberg, Boston Globe: Let's Give AI a Chance. Research Papers are available for download. Related⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ books⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ mentioned in the podcast. Ad-free episodes on our⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Premium Feed⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. NEW TO THE SHOW? Join the exclusive ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TIP Mastermind Community⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to engage in meaningful stock investing discussions with Stig, Clay, Kyle, and the other community members. Follow our official social media accounts: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠X (Twitter)⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Check out our ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Bitcoin Fundamentals Starter Packs⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Browse through all our episodes (complete with transcripts) ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Try our tool for picking stock winners and managing our portfolios: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TIP Finance Tool⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Enjoy exclusive perks from our ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠favorite Apps and Services⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Get smarter about valuing businesses in just a few minutes each week through our newsletter, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Intrinsic Value Newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Learn how to better start, manage, and grow your business with the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠best business podcasts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. SPONSORS Support our free podcast by supporting our sponsors: Simple Mining Linkedin Talent Solutions HardBlock Alexa+ Unchained Amazon Ads Vanta Shopify Abundant Mines Horizon Public.com - see the full disclaimer here. References to any third-party products, services, or advertisers do not constitute endorsements, and The Investor's Podcast Network is not responsible for any claims made by them. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://theinvestorspodcastnetwork.supportingcast.fm

Hey friends, Chase here This episode is short and direct — and it's built around a simple idea I've come to believe deeply: the most important creative tools are free. Most creators assume they're stuck because they don't have the right gear, the right resources, or the right opportunity. But after decades of making work, interviewing hundreds of top creators, and studying the lives of artists across disciplines, I've noticed a different pattern. What actually holds people back isn't a lack of tools — it's a lack of the right conditions. Creativity doesn't break down because you don't have enough. It breaks down because you don't give yourself what the work requires. Here's the core idea: The foundations of great creative work aren't things you buy — they're things you practice. Experience. Space. Reflection. Discipline. Rest. These aren't nice-to-haves. They're the infrastructure that makes creative work possible. And most of them don't cost a thing — but they do require intention. One of the biggest mistakes I see is creators waiting. Waiting for inspiration. Waiting for clarity. Waiting for permission. But creative momentum doesn't come from waiting — it comes from engaging. From living. From making room to think. From showing up on a schedule. From giving yourself a break when the work gets hard. This episode is about stepping back and asking a better question: not "What do I need to buy?" but "What am I not giving myself?" In today's episode I cover: Why creative work depends on conditions, not inspiration The invisible tools behind consistent creative output How to support your creativity without adding more noise If you've been feeling stuck, this isn't a call to do more. It's an invitation to focus on what actually matters — and to remember that the most powerful tools you have have been with you all along. Until next time, give yourself the tools that matter — and give yourself a little grace along the way.  

Episode: 2817 Where do creative ideas come from?  Today, let's talk about creativity.

Chely Wright has sold over 1.5 million records with 90s country anthems like "Single White Female" and "Shut Up and Drive," she released her landmark autobiography, "Like Me" in 2010, becoming the first mainstream country star to come out, and forcing open conversations about LGBTQ identity, after a 10 year absence she returned to The Opry in 2019, released another book 'My Moment' in 2022, and has since pivoted to the corporate world where she is now an SVP. We talk with Chely about this pivot and giving ourselves permission to innovate, consulting your 90 year old self, Ellen's brutally honest advice on losing it all when Chely first came out, manifesting vs reality and a whole lot more.Get more access and support this show by subscribing to our Patreon, right here.Links:Chely Wright'Like Me: Confessions of a Heartland Country Singer''My Moment'Mountain StageISSEllenEp 16 - Rodney CrowellJean SmartMare of EasttownWayne KirkpatrickEp 100 - Rosanne CashPeter GomesClick here to watch this conversation on YouTube.Social Media:The Other 22 Hours InstagramThe Other 22 Hours TikTokMichaela Anne InstagramAaron Shafer-Haiss InstagramAll music written, performed, and produced by Aaron Shafer-Haiss. Become a subscribing member on our Patreon to gain more inside access including exclusive content, workshops, the chance to have your questions answered by our upcoming guests, and more.

✨ Happy Holidays, friends!This extra segment comes from Season 6, Episode 2 with the award-winning Mada & Hugh Piano Duo. Our conversation ran longer than expected, and while this part didn't make it into the final episode, I couldn't keep it from you — it's just too good.In this excerpt, Mada & Hugh open up about creativity in its purest form:How hobbies and play can recharge usWhy music connects us beyond perfectionWhat it means to reclaim our humanity in an age of technology and AIThe joy of making music without judgment or pressureTheir reflections feel like the perfect reminder for this season: creativity is not about perfection, but about presence, freedom, and connection.

What if the same techniques used to create iconic TV characters could help you redesign your life?In this episode of Conversations with Rich Bennett, Rich sits down with Emmy Award-winning producer Jordan Geary, a former executive at Sesame Workshop and the creative force behind hit shows like Ghostwriter and Mecha Builders. Jordan shares incredible behind-the-scenes stories from Sesame Street, explains why empathy is the most powerful storytelling tool, and reveals how short-form content is changing the way kids and adults consume media.More importantly, Jordan walks us through how you can use storytelling frameworks to become the main character of your own life. From confidence and identity to creativity and purpose, this episode is packed with insight, humor, and heart.Sponsored by Freedom Federal Credit Union.Send us a textFreedom Federal Credit UnionHELPING YOU REACH YOUR FINANCIAL DREAMSDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showRate & Review on Apple Podcasts Follow the Conversations with Rich Bennett podcast on Social Media:Facebook – Conversations with Rich Bennett Facebook Group (Join the conversation) – Conversations with Rich Bennett podcast group | FacebookTwitter – Conversations with Rich Bennett Instagram – @conversationswithrichbennettTikTok – CWRB (@conversationsrichbennett) | TikTok Sponsors, Affiliates, and ways we pay the bills:Hosted on BuzzsproutSquadCast Subscribe by Email

summaryIn this conversation, Brandon G Handley reflects on the true spirit of Christmas, emphasizing the importance of giving and creating meaningful experiences. He discusses his journey towards embracing the holiday season positively, moving away from commercialism. Handley also shares insights on how AI has influenced his creativity and the development of new tools for personal growth, including a gamified approach to self-improvement. He encourages listeners to embrace the spirit of giving and to explore new ways to track their goals and habits in the coming year. takeaways The spirit of giving can transform the holiday experience. Creating experiences through giving is more meaningful than material gifts. Embracing AI can enhance creativity and productivity. Gamifying life can make self-improvement more engaging. Small acts of kindness can have a big impact. Tracking personal growth can be fun and rewarding. The holiday season is an opportunity for reflection and gratitude. Community support can enhance personal development. Setting goals can be more enjoyable with a gamified approach. Looking forward to the new year can inspire positive change. titles The True Meaning of Christmas Giving Harnessing AI for Creative Growth Sound Bites "Let's gamify life!" "Go ahead and check it out!" "Have a great holiday season!" Chapters 00:00The Spirit of Giving at Christmas 04:08Embracing AI and Creativity 10:08Gamifying Life for Personal Growth  

In this episode, Adam Roach and Jess Webber discuss the concept of a six week cycle for achieving goals and improving business performance. They emphasize the importance of breaking down larger goals into manageable cycles, focusing on learning before implementing, and reflecting on progress. The discussion includes practical strategies for identifying areas of improvement, creating solutions, and maintaining focus on high-impact actions. TakeawaysThe six week cycle helps break down yearly goals into manageable segments.Most people overestimate what they can achieve in a year.Learning before implementing is crucial for success.The cool down phase allows for reflection and celebration of wins.Identifying red and yellow areas in business helps focus improvement efforts.Creativity is key in finding solutions to business challenges.Focusing on high impact actions leads to better results.The goal is to do less but do it better.Intentional work on your business is essential for growth.Participating in coaching challenges can accelerate learning and implementation.Chapters00:00 The Six Week Cycle Framework11:35 Identifying Learning Opportunities16:03 Creating Solutions for Growth21:06 Implementing the Big Easy

Fluent Fiction - Catalan: A Timeless Gift: Creativity Among Empúries' Ancient Ruins Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ca/episode/2025-12-24-23-34-01-ca Story Transcript:Ca: Entre les ombres antigues de les ruïnes d'Empúries, un vent fred bufava des del mar proper.En: Among the ancient shadows of the ruins of Empúries, a cold wind blew from the nearby sea.Ca: L'Oriol caminava amb cura, amb la bufanda tibada al voltant del coll, mentre contemplava les pedres mil·lenàries.En: Oriol walked carefully, with his scarf wrapped tightly around his neck, as he contemplated the millennia-old stones.Ca: Era l'hivern, i l'aire sota el cel gris s'omplia de l'olor de la sal marina.En: It was winter, and the air under the gray sky was filled with the scent of sea salt.Ca: Avui, com en altres anys, esperava amb ganes el Nadal.En: Today, as in other years, he eagerly awaited Christmas.Ca: Aquest any, però, volia fer un regal especial als seus amics, Montserrat i Guillem.En: This year, however, he wanted to give a special gift to his friends, Montserrat and Guillem.Ca: El problema sorgia en un detall que havia oblidat: no havia portat paper per embolicar els regals.En: The problem arose from a detail he had forgotten: he hadn't brought wrapping paper for the gifts.Ca: Mentre pensava en una solució, l'Oriol va veure trossos de terrissa antiga escampats pel terra.En: While thinking of a solution, Oriol saw pieces of ancient pottery scattered on the ground.Ca: "Potser...," va murmurar amb un sospir.En: "Maybe...," he murmured with a sigh.Ca: Amb cura, va recollir fragments petits i els va guardar a la butxaca.En: Carefully, he picked up small fragments and put them in his pocket.Ca: Després, es va endinsar més profundament en les ruïnes i va trobar fulles de parra, encara verdes malgrat el fred, enredades a una paret vella.En: Then, he wandered deeper into the ruins and found grape leaves, still green despite the cold, tangled around an old wall.Ca: "Tinc una idea," es va dir, i va començar a treballar.En: "I have an idea," he told himself, and began to work.Ca: Va utilitzar la terrissa com a decoració rústica i va embolicar els regals amb les fulles de parra, fixant-les amb fils improvisats de petites branques.En: He used the pottery as rustic decoration and wrapped the gifts with the grape leaves, fastening them with improvised threads of small branches.Ca: A poc a poc, els regals van prendre una aparença única, gairebé artística.En: Slowly, the gifts took on a unique, almost artistic, appearance.Ca: Per donar el toc final, va escampar una mica de sorra fina sobre les fulles, brillant com petites estrelles de mar a la llum de l'ocàs.En: To give the final touch, he sprinkled a bit of fine sand over the leaves, shining like tiny sea stars in the sunset light.Ca: De sobte, va sentir rialles familiars.En: Suddenly, he heard familiar laughter.Ca: Montserrat i Guillem arribaven.En: Montserrat and Guillem were arriving.Ca: Amb el cor bategant, Oriol amagà les restes dels materials emprats darrere les pedres mentre es posava dret, somrient com si tot estigués perfectament planificat.En: With his heart racing, Oriol hid the remnants of the materials used behind the stones while he stood up, smiling as if everything had been perfectly planned.Ca: Quan es van trobar, Montserrat va exclamar admirant les ruïnes, però ràpidament va fixar-se en els regals que Oriol duia al braç.En: When they met, Montserrat exclaimed admiring the ruins, but quickly noticed the gifts that Oriol carried in his arm.Ca: "Que bonic! És molt original, Oriol!" va dir en veure el treball manual amb les fulles i la terrissa.En: "How beautiful! It's very original, Oriol!" she said, seeing the handmade work with the leaves and the pottery.Ca: "No hi ha res semblant," va afegir Guillem, mirant de prop el detall dels fragments antics.En: "There's nothing like it," added Guillem, closely examining the detail of the ancient fragments.Ca: Oriol es va ruboritzar, conscient que tot havia sorgit d'un incident gairebé oblidat.En: Oriol blushed, aware that everything had come from an almost forgotten incident.Ca: Amb l'elogi dels seus amics, Oriol va somriure, sentint el caliu dins seu.En: With his friends' praise, Oriol smiled, feeling warmth inside him.Ca: Havia après que la improvisació, i sobretot la intenció, podien convertir un simple regal en quelcom especial.En: He had learned that improvisation, and especially the intention, could turn a simple gift into something special.Ca: Al final del dia, no era la perfecció del paper d'embolicar el que comptava, sinó els records creats junts entre les antigues pedres d'Empúries.En: At the end of the day, it wasn't the perfection of the wrapping paper that mattered, but the memories created together among the ancient stones of Empúries. Vocabulary Words:the shadows: les ombresthe ruin: la ruïnathe wind: el ventto blow: bufarthe scarf: la bufandawrapped: tibadathe neck: el collto contemplate: contemplarmillennia-old: mil·lenàriesthe scent: l'olorancient: antigathe gift: el regalthe problem: el problemathe detail: el detallto forget: oblidarthe wrapping paper: el paper d'embolicarthe pottery: la terrissascattered: escampatsthe fragment: el fragmentthe pocket: la butxacathe grape leaf: la fulla de parrato entangle: enredarthe thread: el filto fasten: fixarto sprinkle: escamparthe sand: la sorrato shine: brillarthe laughter: les riallesto hide: amagarto plan: planificar

On a mild Los Angeles night as Christmas bells rang out into the darkness like gentle couture thunder, fashion model, curator, writer, musician, and actor, Daphne Guinness, descended into the velveteen ether of The Bald and the Beautiful podcast studio, a gothic angel wrapped in mystery and myth. Together they summoned a yuletide séance of aristocracy and absurdity, a baroque nativity of wigs and wit. 'Twas a Christmas miracle where the holidays were reborn in gloss, glimmer, and divine pop excess. For a limited time get 40% off your first Hungryroot box PLUS get a free item in every box for life. Use code BALD at: https://Hungryroot.com/BALD Right now, Nutrafol is offering our listeners $10 off your first month's subscription plus free shipping when you use promo code BALD at: https://Nutrafol.com Getting contacts doesn't have to be a hassle. Let 1-800 Contacts get you the contact lenses you need right now. Download the free 1-800 Contacts app or order online at https://1800Contacts.com Follow Trixie: @TrixieMattel Follow Katya: @Katya_Zamo To watch the podcast on YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://bit.ly/TrixieKatyaYT⁠ To check out our official YouTube Clips Channel: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/TrixieAndKatyaClipYT⁠ Don't forget to follow the podcast for free wherever you're listening or by using this link: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/thebaldandthebeautifulpodcast⁠ If you want to support the show, and get all the episodes ad-free go to: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://thebaldandthebeautiful.supercast.com⁠ To check out future Live Podcast Shows, go to: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://trixieandkatya.com/#tour⁠ To check out the Trixie Motel in Palm Springs, CA: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.trixiemotel.com⁠ Listen and Watch Anywhere! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://bit.ly/thebaldandthebeautifulpodcast⁠ Follow Trixie: Official Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.trixiemattel.com⁠ TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@trixie⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/trixiemattel⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/trixiemattel⁠ Twitter (X): ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/trixiemattel⁠   Follow Katya: Official Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.welovekatya.com⁠ TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@katya_zamo⁠ Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/welovekatya⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/katya_zamo⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Twitter (X): ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/katya_zamo⁠   #TrixieMattel #KatyaZamo #BaldBeautiful Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today's solo episode, I'm kicking off my 2026 Glow Up Series—my annual deep dive designed to help you intentionally design the year ahead. In Part One, we're focusing on goal setting, manifestation, and vision boarding, breaking down exactly how to get clear on what you want and—more importantly—how to create a plan to make it happen. I walk you through my favorite journaling and reflection exercises, how to identify the three areas of your life that will move the needle most, and how to turn big-picture dreams into monthly goals, daily habits, and realistic action steps. We'll also get into how I build vision boards that actually work, from selecting aligned images to using them as daily reminders. This episode is all about clarity, intention, and setting yourself up for your strongest year yet. Enjoy!To connect with Siff on Instagram, click HERE.To connect with Siff on Tiktok, click HERE.To learn more about Arrae, click HERE. To check out Siff's LTK, click HERE.To check out Siff's Amazon StoreFront, click HERE. This episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct, or indirect financial interest in products, or services referred to in this episode.Go to getcanopy.co to save $25 on your Canopy Humidifier purchase today with Canopy's filter subscription. And look for other Canopy products such as the Canopy Bath and Shower Filter. Even better, use code DREAMBIGGER at checkout to save an additional 10% off your Canopy purchase. Your skin will thank you!Use code DREAMBIGGER at checkout for 15% off your entire order at www.vionicshoes.com when you log into your account. 1 time use only. Vionic Shoes. Wearable well-being for your feet.Thousands of people are already using Rula to get affordable, high-quality therapy that's actually covered by insurance. Visit Rula.com/dreambigger to get started. After you sign up, you'll be asked how you heard about them – please support the show and let them know we sent you. That's Rula.com/dreambigger – You deserve mental healthcare that works with you, not against your budget.Find gifts so good you'll want to keep them with Quince. Go to Quince.com/dreambigger for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Now available in Canada, too. That's Quince.com/dreambigger to get free shipping and 365-day returns. Quince.com/dreambigger.Produced by Dear MediaSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Every year, I sit down with my parents to record our annual Christmas podcast. What started as a holiday tradition has become one of my favorite conversations of the year. This episode is funny, emotional, honest, and full of the kinds of family stories that only come out around the holidays.In this special Christmas episode of Unleash Your Inner Creative, my parents join me in the studio to reflect on family, marriage, childhood memories, and the moments that shape us long after the holidays end. We laugh, cringe, reminisce, and share stories that reveal why family dynamics are rarely perfect, but can still be deeply meaningful and beautiful.In this episode, you'll hear:-A shocking story from my parents' early marriage that still makes us laugh decades later-The tragic yet oddly hilarious story of Tim's saddest childhood Christmas-My mom's extremely confident and very incorrect retelling of Will Ferrell's Elf-A heartfelt recap of our wedding and what it taught us about love, family, and showing up for one another-Why messy family dynamics can still be healing, connective, and full of loveWhether you're celebrating with family, missing loved ones, or navigating complicated relationships this holiday season, this episode is a reminder that connection does not have to be perfect to be powerful and it's just also just a really fun Listen!If you prefer to watch, check it out on Youtube here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uxllx5aGD7U 

In their annual tradition, Jen and Pete list their very favo(u)rite things of 2025.Specifically, in this episode Jen and Pete talk about their favo(u)rite:Fiction book.Non-fiction book.Podcast.TLATSOI episode.Thing they watched.Motto.Thing they discovered about themselves.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 that Jen and Pete are noodling on. To get in touch, send an email to: hello@thelongandtheshortpodcast.com.Learn more about Pete's work here (https://humanperiscope.com/) and Jen's work here (https://jenwaldman.com/).

Jacy Vinson of Eagle River, AK sells both physical and digital products with her bakery business and shares how this hybrid approach has allowed her to provide for her family in a sustainable wayGet full show notes and transcript here: https://forrager.com/podcast/157

UnCabaret founder and host, Beth Lapides, talks about creating the show to have a place to perform then how it shifted to a place where she nurtured Taylor Negron, Judy Toll, Patton Oswalt, Margaret Cho, Bob Odenkirk, Janeane Garofalo, and everyone else to be the best performer they could. She talks about how to be creative and how to stop getting in your own way, how life is change and change is good.  She finds joy in pulling weeds and eating just the right amount of pizza. Bio:  BETH LAPIDES works at the intersection of comedy, creativity and consciousness. She is the creator, host and producer of the legendary, genre shifting, UnCabaret - widely considered to be the original “alt-comedy” show. The LA Times called her the ‘godmother of alternative comedy.” She's produced UnCab for Comedy Central, Amazon Studios, audible etc. And created its spin offs Say The Word and The Other Network. UnCabaret continues to help launch and relaunch some of your favorite iconic comedic voices. Beth is the author of Recorded Books' original audio book “So You Need To Decide,” which was on Vulture's Top 10 Comedy Books of 2022 and which Variety called “a potentially life-changing treasure.” Her first published book, “Did I Wake You? Haiku For Modern Living,” opened the door to a wave of comedy haiku. Her very first books were handmade artist books and were shown, among other places at the Metropolitan Museum of Art. Her wide ranging muti-disciplinary career has included writing for O Magazine, correspondent-ing on NPR's All Things Considered, touring her solo shows – currently It's A Lot – hosting a daily radio show for Comedy World, shepherding an extremely short lived talk show for MTV, developing a pilot with an Emmy award winning producer, hosting a podcast called Life and Beth, and running a campaign to make First Lady an elected position. An occasional actress, she was the first guest star on Will and Grace and the performance artist on Sex and The City – and has appeared in many indie films most often as an offbeat authority figure. Beth had a parallel career as a teacher and muse, known for her ability to help creators find their authentic voice – understand their own process, transform, complete and produce their work. She's gone from teaching comedians to coaching a vast array of creatives - currently in a framework called The Infinite Creator.

Gene Luen Yang is an award-winning author and comic creator of American Born Chinese, Lunar New Year Love Story, Superman Smashes the Klan, Shang Chi, and more. He is currently creating Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles and Books of Clash, check it out if you haven't yet. I loved catching up with Gene and learning about his writing process and struggles to stay creative amidst the modern world distractions. It's great to know that despite how prolific he is as a writer and artist, he is human, like the rest of us. Speaking of humanity, we also delve into the pros and cons of AI and what his hopes are for the future of art despite the rise of AI. It is such an honor to talk to guests like Gene.  If you enjoyed this conversation, my favor as usual is to please continue to share this podcast with others. It would mean so much if you also rate it and leave me feedback.  If you would like to help keep this podcast going and support the work I do, visit my website or Get more from Mimi Chan on Patreon. For comments or suggestions reach out on social media @sifumimichan. https://youtu.be/YmN2Zms-6qU THE SIFU MIMI CHAN SHOW CREDITS Host: Mimi Chan Intro Music: Mike Relm Discussed in this episode: Home – Cartoonist & Teacher | Gene Luen Yang TMNT – GLY issues Freedom App Minimalist App Comment Rules: Be Cool. Critical is fine, but if you're rude, we'll delete your stuff. Please do not put your URL in the comment text and please use your PERSONAL name or initials and not your business name, as the latter comes off like spam. Have fun and thanks for adding to the conversation! Disclaimer: I am not a writer. I do not claim to be.  Apologies for grammatical mistakes, long drawn-out run-on sentences, and anything else that drives you crazy. I promise it was not my intention.  Be lenient, please.The post 438. Gene Luen Yang on TMNT, creativity, and the writing process first appeared on Sifu Mimi Chan.

Liz Chernett is a Psychedelic Mentor & Alchemy Coach who guides healers, entrepreneurs, and creatives through seasons of transformation—where old identities dissolve and a truer Self and soul path emerges. She is a certified psychedelic integration coach through the Psychedelic Coaching Institute, where she now teaches on mythopoetic integration. Liz is also a Level-2 Inner Team Dialogue coach, a powerful parts-work modality, and is currently completing her certification in Jungian Coaching. She co-hosts In Right Relationship, a podcast exploring psychedelics and the sacred. Before this chapter, Liz spent two decades as a creative and art director, fashion stylist, and futurist—shaping campaigns and translating culture into visual stories. That craft now powers her transformational work, helping clients harvest symbols, archetypes, and the voices of their inner world to re-author their stories and step into their full creative power.In her group program, The Oracle Within, Liz weaves together Jungian teachings, mythic stories, and guided art-making to help coaches, healers, and seekers rekindle their creative spark and discover new mythopoetic tools for meaning-making in life and work.Episode Highlights▶ Liz shares her journey from a linear corporate path into psychedelic mentorship rooted in myth, creativity, and embodiment.▶  Psychedelic experiences are explored as catalysts for deep healing and personal transformation.▶  Motherhood became a turning point that reshaped Liz's relationship with healing and creativity.▶  Creativity is framed as an embodied practice essential for metabolizing life experiences.▶  The Oracle Within program centers play, imagination, and accessible tools like collage for integration.▶  Mythopoetic approaches open new possibilities for self-expression and meaning-making.▶  Self-doubt, shadows, and unfinished cycles are honored as part of the creative process.▶  In a world shaped by AI and rapid change, intentional and embodied creativity becomes even more vital. Liz Chernett's Links & Resources▶ Website: https://www.kaleidoscopeeyecoaching.com▶ The Oracle Within: https://www.kaleidoscopeeyecoaching.com/the-oracle-within▶ In Right Relationship Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/6hYThtrwkX9NzA9xMb2HBC?si=a91d62b474a2475c▶ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lizchernett/▶ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wawajawn Download Beth's free trainings here: Clarity to Clients: Start & Grow a Transformational Coaching, Healing, Spiritual, or Psychedelic Business: https://bethaweinstein.com/grow-your-spiritual-businessIntegrating Psychedelics & Sacred Medicines Into Business: https://bethaweinstein.com/psychedelics-in-business▶ Beth's Coaching & Guidance: https://bethaweinstein.com/coaching ▶ Beth's Offerings & Courses: https://bethaweinstein.com/services▶ Instagram: @bethaweinstein ▶ FB: / bethw.nyc + bethweinsteinbiz ▶ Join the free Psychedelics & Purpose Community: / psychedelicsandsacredmedicines

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On this episode, I'm joined by San Diego based trekker, outdoor creator, Snow Peak ambassador, camp connoisseur, co-founder of the Camp Homies collective, and founder of Campthropology — Rolland Tizuela.We dove into Rolland's earliest hiking and camping memories, the origin story behind Campthropology, and his transformative 100-mile journey on the PCT as a McNair Scholar. We also talk about his viral “epic poo view” TikTok content, his top camping destinations in California, favorite San Diego trails, and the community-driven spirit behind the Camp Homies collective.Rolland shares episode recommendations from the Campthropology podcast, breaks down American vs. Japanese camping styles, and unpacks the cultural ethos of Snow Peak. He also offers tips for new campers, reflects on the importance of discovering magic in your local outdoor spaces, and reveals the one outdoor experience he would relive all over again. At his core, Rolland is on a mission to make camping — and the great outdoors — more accessible to everyone.Follow Rolland on http://instagram.com/campthropologyFollow Rolland on http://instagram.com/camp.homiesShop Campthropology Merch on https://campthropology.com/Listen to the Campthropology Podcast on Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/9kp7f98vFollow Just Trek on https://instagram.com/just.trekShop Just Trek merch on ⁠⁠https://www.justtrek.net/shop⁠⁠Listen to more podcast episodes on ⁠⁠https://www.justtrek.net⁠⁠Want to send me a message? Email me at ⁠⁠justtrekofficial@gmail.com⁠⁠ or DM on Instagram @just.trek

On this inspiring episode of the AART Podcast, host Chris Stafford sits down with acclaimed painter and author Kami Mendlik, whose work is celebrated for its vivid portrayal of nature, her masterful study of color, and her ability to capture the ever-shifting qualities of light and movement. Known for her immersive landscapes and her deeply intuitive approach to plein air painting, Kami shares how a lifelong connection to the outdoors has shaped her artistic vision and creative process. She dives into how color theory, environmental observation, and emotional resonance come together in her paintings—and how her recent writing further expands the conversation around art, seeing, and the creative life. This episode offers an intimate look at an artist dedicated to exploring the natural world and translating it into powerful visual storytelling. Whether you're an art enthusiast, painter, creative professional, or simply curious about the intersection of nature and artistic expression, this conversation will leave you inspired to see the world with new attention and appreciation. Tune in for an enriching, thoughtful exploration of color, creativity, and the practice of truly noticing.BIOThe painter and author Kami Mendlik. Kami's art portrays her lifelong passion for exploring nature,  the study of color and her observations of light and movement. Kami was born in Jacksonville, North Carolina in 1973, the oldest of four children. Her mother Heidi Shervheim, was a homemaker who waited tables part time and became a talented quilter. And her father Robert Mendlik is an Army Veteran and former electrician who now spends his time in land conservation.  A a small child the family moved to Minnesota adjacent to her grandparents 450 acre farm where Kami grew up surrounded by nature and agriculture. She says: “The respect that I have for nature and her awesomeness is beyond words. My desire to study and attempt to translate this, is why I paint.”  Kami knew from an early age that she wanted to be a full time artist and her first mentor Mary Pettis guided her towards a career that would ultimately lead her to establishing the St Croix River School of Painting in Stillwater MN in 2008.  Kami is internationally recognized as an artist and teacher winning numerous awards with gallery showings around the country. She is the author of “Color Relativity”, and creator of Planal Fruit. Kami lives with her husband Pete Hayes on 16 acre farm just North of Stillwater, where she converted a 100 year old hip roof barn into her studio. She has a son, Nick and daughter Paige.Kami's links:Website: https://www.kamimendlik.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/kamimendlik/Kami's favorite female artists: Kathie Wheeler Julie Davis Kathy Anderson Chula Beauregard Anne Larson Ann Watcher Carole Gray-Weilman Jane Hunt Kim Casebeer Carol Peebles Camille Przewodek (d) Host: Chris StaffordProduced by Hollowell StudiosFollow @theaartpodcast on InstagramAART on FacebookEmail: theaartpodcast@gmail.comkeywords:Kami Mendlik, painter, author, landscape artist, plein air painting, color theory, nature art, light and movement in art, creative process, contemporary artists, AART podcast, Chris Stafford, artist interview, art inspiration, art and nature, visual storytelling, artistic observation, fine art podcast.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/women-unscripted--4769409/support.

On this week's episode of Excelsior Journeys: The Road to Creativity, host & producer George Sirois sits down with fellow audiobook narrator Eric Priessman. Eric has built an impressive library of nearly 60 titles from all different genres, and he has most recently been given a very cool opportunity: entering the world of movie tie-in novelizations with the prequel to the 1980's cult classic film Fright Night. Learn more about Eric and his journey by clicking HERE.Excelsior Journeys: The Road to Creativity exists primarily as a platform for creatives of all kinds (authors, filmmakers, stand-up comics, musicians, voice artists, painters, podcasters, etc) to share their journeys to personal success. It is very important to celebrate those voices as much as possible to not only provide encouragement to up-and-coming talent, but to say thank you to the established men & women for inspiring the current generation of artists.If you agree that the Excelsior Journeys podcast serves a positive purpose and would like to show your appreciation, you can give back to the show by clicking HERE.Excelsior Journeys: The Road to Creativity is now a proud member of the Podmatch Podcast Network, and you can access all shows in the network by clicking HERE.

Kelly welcomes Harvard professor Ranjay Gulati back to the podcast to discuss his new book, “How to Be Bold: The Surprising Science of Everyday Courage.”   “Courage is a learned behavior, not an innate one.”  “Heroes seldom act alone.”  “Sometimes, frankly, we take confidence too far.” 

On this inspiring episode of the AART Podcast, host Chris Stafford sits down with acclaimed painter and author Kami Mendlik, whose work is celebrated for its vivid portrayal of nature, her masterful study of color, and her ability to capture the ever-shifting qualities of light and movement. Known for her immersive landscapes and her deeply intuitive approach to plein air painting, Kami shares how a lifelong connection to the outdoors has shaped her artistic vision and creative process. She dives into how color theory, environmental observation, and emotional resonance come together in her paintings—and how her recent writing further expands the conversation around art, seeing, and the creative life. This episode offers an intimate look at an artist dedicated to exploring the natural world and translating it into powerful visual storytelling. Whether you're an art enthusiast, painter, creative professional, or simply curious about the intersection of nature and artistic expression, this conversation will leave you inspired to see the world with new attention and appreciation. Tune in for an enriching, thoughtful exploration of color, creativity, and the practice of truly noticing. BIOThe painter and author Kami Mendlik. Kami's art portrays her lifelong passion for exploring nature,  the study of color and her observations of light and movement. Kami was born in Jacksonville, North Carolina in 1973, the oldest of four children. Her mother Heidi Shervheim, was a homemaker who waited tables part time and became a talented quilter. And her father Robert Mendlik is an Army Veteran and former electrician who now spends his time in land conservation.  A a small child the family moved to Minnesota adjacent to her grandparents 450 acre farm where Kami grew up surrounded by nature and agriculture. She says: “The respect that I have for nature and her awesomeness is beyond words. My desire to study and attempt to translate this, is why I paint.”  Kami knew from an early age that she wanted to be a full time artist and her first mentor Mary Pettis guided her towards a career that would ultimately lead her to establishing the St Croix River School of Painting in Stillwater MN in 2008.  Kami is internationally recognized as an artist and teacher winning numerous awards with gallery showings around the country. She is the author of “Color Relativity”, and creator of Planal Fruit. Kami lives with her husband Pete Hayes on 16 acre farm just North of Stillwater, where she converted a 100 year old hip roof barn into her studio. She has a son, Nick and daughter Paige.Kami's links:Website: https://www.kamimendlik.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/kamimendlik/ Kami's favorite female artists: Kathie Wheeler Julie Davis Kathy Anderson Chula Beauregard Anne Larson Ann Watcher Carole Gray-Weilman Jane Hunt Kim Casebeer Carol Peebles Camille Przewodek (d) Host: Chris StaffordProduced by Hollowell StudiosFollow @theaartpodcast on InstagramAART on FacebookEmail: theaartpodcast@gmail.comkeywords:Kami Mendlik, painter, author, landscape artist, plein air painting, color theory, nature art, light and movement in art, creative process, contemporary artists, AART podcast, Chris Stafford, artist interview, art inspiration, art and nature, visual storytelling, artistic observation, fine art podcast.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/aart--5814675/support.A Hollowell Studios ProductionInstagram: @theaartpodcast Email: hollowellstudios@gmail.com© Copyright: Chris Stafford | Hollowell StudiosAll Rights Reserved

Get the WRAP template and see an example hereIt's that time of year – when we start thinking about what went well, what didn't, and what we want to change. Successful people know that before planning the next year (or project, etc) you first need to review what happened in the past year. In this video I share a simple but powerful framework that will help make your reflection more meaningful (and actually useful).Ask yourself 4 simple questions:Wins - what went well and where did I win?Results - what happened with the goals I set?Alignment - am I living in a way that aligns with my values?Pivot or Progress - what do I need to do to make a great plan for next year?You might know WRAP as a weekly review method, but it works just as well for annual review. Here's how to use it to look back on your year and plan for 2026. Thanks for watching!01:27 - What is the WRAP?02:58 - Wins (what went well)08:43 - Results (of my 2025 goals)15:40 - Alignment (with who I want to be)20:36 - Pivot (to more success in 2026)28:26 - What I love about annual reviews

In this episode, we meet Lon Milo DuQuette, who shares his lifelong journey in the Western hermetic and magical traditions, including his initiation into the teachings of Aleister Crowley. We also hear from EWP student Cassia Elderkin, who studies under Lon and is exploring magic as a form of liberatory praxis. The conversation centers around Lon's new book, The Tarot Architect: How to Become the Master Builder of Your Spiritual Temple, and explores how the tarot can be understood through the mystical teachings of Kabbalah as a cosmic, archetypal structure. Lon explains how these archetypes can be internalized and brought to life in one's psychic and spiritual practice. He situates tarot divination within a broader framework of magical and transformative practices, emphasizing its capacity to expand consciousness, attune intuition, and illuminate the messages of the unconscious. The discussion highlights the intersections between Western occult traditions and Eastern spiritual practices, showing how ceremonial magic and meditative yoga converge as complementary paths for self-exploration and transformation. Lon frames these traditions as technologies of self-examination, offering tools for cultivating awareness, creativity, and personal evolution. Toward the end, the conversation turns to the magical and transformative powers of art and creativity, underscoring the importance of self-observation in creative practice. Lon closes with his reflections on the future of Western esotericism, offering insights into its evolving role in contemporary spiritual and cultural life. Lon Milo DuQuette, also known as Rabbi Lamed Ben Clifford and by his neo-Gnostic bishop title of Tau Lamed, is an American writer, lecturer, musician, and occultist, best known as an author who applies humor in the field of Western Hermeticism. In 1972 he began pursuing his interest in mysticism, particularly the work of Aleister Crowley. He is on the faculty of the Omega Institute for Holistic Studies in Rhinebeck, New York where he teaches The Western Magical Tradition. Since 1975 DuQuette has been a National and International governing officer of Ordo Templi Orientis, a religious and fraternal organization founded in the early part of the 20th century. Since 1996 he has been O.T.O.'s United States Deputy Grand Master. He is also an Archbishop of Ecclesia Gnostica Catholica, the ecclesiastical arm of the O.T.O. DuQuette began writing professionally in 1988 and has since published 19 books (translated in 12 languages). Many of his books have been dedicated to analyzing and exploring the works of Aleister Crowley, an English occultist, author, poet and philosopher. He has written a number of successful books on topics in the Western mystical tradition including: Freemasonry, Tarot, Qabalah, ceremonial magick, the Enochian magick of Dr. John Dee, and Goetic spirit evocation. He is perhaps best known as "an author who injects humor into the serious subjects of magick and the occult." His autobiography, My Life with the Spirits, is currently a required text for two classes at DePaul University, Chicago. Lon's Website Book: The Tarot Architect: How to Become the Master Builder of Your Spiritual Temple The EWP Podcast credits • Connect with EWP: Website • Youtube • Facebook • Hosted by Stephen Julich (EWP Core Faculty) and Jonathan Kay (EWP PhD grad) • Produced by: Stephen Julich and Jonathan Kay • Edited and Mixed by: Jonathan Kay • Music: Mosaic, by Monsoon on the album Mandala • Introduction Voiceover: Roche Wadehra Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

David Choe is a world-renowned artist, writer, podcaster and TV host. He tells how as a child, he was made to believe he was destined for greatness but also that he was a complete disgrace, leading him to channel his energy—including deep shame—into art that brought him global recognition. He shares about his addictions that put him on a decades-long cycle of extreme highs and lows and that forced him to eventually acknowledge and heal the childhood trauma he was battling inside. David shows up with raw, authentic presence to show us how we can transmute pain and shame into our best creative work and, more importantly, how complete vulnerability, especially about our hardest experiences, is the ultimate tool for forgiveness and self-acceptance. He also tells us the actual story about early Facebook, Pee-wee Herman and Santa Claus. Note: This conversation includes topics and language that may not be suitable for younger audiences. Read the episode show notes at hubermanlab.com. Thank you to our sponsors AG1: https://drinkag1.com/huberman Eight Sleep: https://eightsleep.com/huberman LMNT: https://drinklmnt.com/huberman Function: https://functionhealth.com/huberman Mateina: https://drinkmateina.com/huberman Timestamps 00:00:00 David Choe 00:03:10 Drawing, Black & Colors, Death 00:12:54 Telepathy, South Bay 00:17:52 Sponsors: Eight Sleep & LMNT 00:20:40 Childhood, Podcasts, Mundane Moments & Artist Life 00:28:45 Mother, Beliefs, Religion, Artistic Ability, Childhood 00:33:27 Gambling, Transformation; Immigrant, Disgrace 00:40:10 Street Art, Graffiti, Creativity; Paintings, Payment; Sports 00:52:08 Sponsor: AG1 00:53:30 Santa, Belief; Journal, Vulnerability; Heart Break, Art 01:00:16 Facebook, Graffiti; Theft, Gambling 01:10:57 Adapting, Creativity 01:17:16 Album Cover, Art & Payment 01:23:40 Sponsor: Function 01:25:28 Immigrant & Belonging, Academics, Learning Art, Marvel Comics, Shame 01:35:11 Shame, Gambling Addiction, Stress 01:43:05 Sexual Abuse, Trauma, Shame, Addiction 01:51:52 Early Career, Pornography, Author 02:01:20 Graffiti, Disappointment, Rejection; Early Magazines 02:08:26 Sponsor: Mateina 02:09:27 Pornography, Co-Dependence; Movie Set 02:18:00 Pride & Family, Vice; Pokémon 02:26:44 Podcast, Workaholism, Shame, Reality; Anthony Bourdain, Channing Tatum 02:38:54 Writing, Career Success, Workaholism, Vice, News, Self-Sabotage, Heart Attack 02:52:21 Growth & Pain, Sizzler; David Arquette 02:58:40 Rehab, God, Purpose, Parents & Disappointment, The Choe Show, Pee-Wee Herman 03:05:53 Gratitude, Korean Immigrant, Self-Reflection, Brokenness 03:14:37 Emotion, Saying No, Suicide; Vacation & Workaholism, Art 03:25:23 Legacy; Vacation, Work; Authenticity 03:31:15 Surviving & Thriving, Suicide, Addiction, Play the Tape Out, Fun, Feeling Enough 03:44:43 Hope & Faith, Electronics, Santa Claus 03:51:23 Zero-Cost Support, YouTube, Spotify & Apple Follow, Reviews & Feedback, Sponsors, Protocols Book, Social Media, Neural Network Newsletter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

You have a loving team of guides cheering you on, waiting for you to ask for help. In this interactive episode, Gabby leads you through a powerful three-step scripting ritual to connect with your spirit guides and download your clear, divine roadmap for 2026. She demystifies the process of channeling, explaining that true guidance often arrives not as a booming voice, but as a subtle, expansive knowing that you can access through free-writing. Tune in to learn how to distinguish the loving whisper of your intuition from the urgent noise of the ego, connect with your spiritual support team and script your vision for the new year.Gabby's 21-Day Manifesting Challenge starts Jan 1! Hundreds of thousands of people have used this challenge to manifest their dream jobs, partners, and homes. Sign up here https://bit.ly/48jxSkRGet Gabby's FREE Spirit Guides Meditation to strengthen your connection to your guides https://bit.ly/40yZD4E If you feel you need additional support, please consult this list of safety, recovery, and mental health resources.Disclaimer: This podcast is intended to educate, inspire, and support you on your personal journey towards inner peace. I am not a psychologist or a medical doctor and do not offer any professional health or medical advice. If you are suffering from any psychological or medical conditions, please seek help from a qualified health professional.SponsorsVisit joinmidi.com today to book your personalized, insurance free virtual visit.Nutrafol is offering $10 off your first month's subscription plus free shipping when you go to nutrafol.com and use promo code DEARGABBYVisit sunlighten.com and use code GABBY to save up to $2,100 on your purchase through December 31stGo to suvie.com/DEARGABBY to get 16 free meals when you order.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Delanie Fischer chats with Kathy Oneto, strategy executive and author of Sustainable Ambition, challenging what we've learned about ambition, productivity, and success. They explore how to avoid burnout, create life-work sustainability, and prioritize focus, fulfillment, and manageability in career and personal life—so you can achieve what you want, when you want, and actually enjoy yourself along the way. Episode Highlights:  The Myth of Work-Life Balance Right Ambition, Right Time, Right Effort Ambition as a State, Not a Trait Constraints as a Catalyst for Creativity 3 Questions to Ask at Your Next Party Making Your World Smaller When Needed Identifying the Tradeoffs of Your Current Ambition ____ A quick 5-star rating for Self-Helpless means so much! ⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/self-helpless/id1251196416⁠ Free goodies like The Quote Buffet + The Watch & Read List: ⁠https://www.selfhelplesspodcast.com/⁠ Ad-free episodes on ⁠Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/selfhelpless⁠ Your Host, Delanie Fischer:⁠ https://www.delaniefischer.com⁠ ____ Related Episodes: Creating A Life Brief And Getting "Fuzzy Clear" with Bonnie Wan: https://www.delaniefischer.com/selfhelplesspodcast/episode/251bf5df/creating-a-life-brief-and-getting-fuzzy-clear-with-bonnie-wan Hurry Sickness And The Busy Brain Cure with Dr. Romie Mushtaq: https://www.delaniefischer.com/selfhelplesspodcast/episode/243d15fa/hurry-sickness-and-the-busy-brain-cure-with-dr-romie-mushtaq Is The "Dream Job" Concept A Lie? What To Look For Instead + Tips For Transitioning with HR Expert Shelby McGuire Canlas: https://www.delaniefischer.com/selfhelplesspodcast/episode/2279bacd/is-the-dream-job-concept-a-lie-what-to-look-for-instead-tips-for-transitioning-with-hr-expert-shelby-mcguire-canlas Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today we're honored to welcome Stan Lai, one of the world's most celebrated playwrights and theatre directors. He has been called by one critic ‘the major contemporary Asian playwright of his time, perhaps of all time' and by the BBC ‘the best Chinese-language playwright and director in the world'. Stan's Website @Stanlai99 on Instagram Stan on YouTube Born in the U.S. and raised in both America and Taiwan, Stan earned his PhD from UC Berkeley before launching a groundbreaking career in Taiwan that now spans over 40 acclaimed plays, including masterpieces like A Dream Like a Dream and Secret Love in Peach Blossom Land. He's also the co-founder of the Wuzhen Theatre Festival and Huichang Theatre Village in China, and his Shanghai venue, Theatre Above, is dedicated entirely to his work.Stan joins us today to discuss his new book, CreativitRy: Asia's Iconic Playwright Reveals the Art of Creativity, coming in November 2025 from Anthem Press — a transformative guide that blends memoir, Buddhist philosophy, and practical methods for unlocking the creative potential that lives within each of us. https://a.co/d/56PRqeG5 QuestionsThe Source of CreativityStan, you've said that CreativitRy explores “where creativity lives — within each and every one of us.” How did your own creative process as a playwright and director lead you to this realization, and what inspired you to put these ideas into book form?From Stage to Page — Translating Art into InsightYour plays are known for their emotional depth and philosophical reach. How was writing about creativity — in prose rather than in performance — a different kind of creative act for you?Buddhist Wisdom and Creative FlowYou describe the book as rooted in Buddhist thought, guiding readers to unlock creativity through introspection rather than productivity hacks. How do mindfulness and spiritual awareness shape your own approach to artistic creation?Creativity as Education — A New FrontierCreativitRy is being adopted as the foundational text for a new Department of Creative Studies at major Chinese universities. How did that initiative come about, and what does it say about the growing importance of creativity in education and society today?The Universality of the Creative JourneyYou've been praised by artists like Ang Lee and Jack Ma for bridging the arts, business, and human growth. What do you hope readers — whether they're artists, entrepreneurs, or students — will take away from CreativitRy about living a truly creative life?Stan, as we close, what's one piece of advice you'd offer to someone who feels disconnected from their creativity — someone who wants to rediscover that creative energy in everyday life?Thanks to our sponsor, White Cloud Coffee — fueling creative conversations everywhere. Listeners, enjoy 10% off your first order at whitecloudcoffee.com.And be sure to download your free e-book of Your World of Creativity when you visit

What makes the drumming community so special? In this episode, Eddy and I sit down with our good friend Kim Lee from Music Workshop in Bath, England, to talk about building communities—and why drummers seem to do it better than anyone else.We share stories about our first music communities, from my early days printing Simon Says merch on thrift store shirts to Eddy's touring experiences and Kim's unexpected journey through rave culture. We get into why shared struggles bond us more than shared wins, and how the best communities aren't built on purpose—they happen when you genuinely care about making people feel less alone.If you've ever felt like an outcast but found your people through drumming, this conversation is for you. Plus, we somehow manage to talk about eggs, sweets, and why there's no UK Saxophone Show, yet :)Support this podcasthttps://www.patreon.com/drumwithmikeandeddySupport the show