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Create Your Way Back to Joy and Reignite Your Life with Jennifer Blaine Celebrate the 100th Episode of Look for the Good! Have you ever told yourself, “I'm just not creative,” or wished you had the time to follow that little soul whisper urging you to create something beautiful? This week's very special episode is a celebration of YOU and the creative spark waiting to reignite within. Join us as we welcome the incredible Jennifer Blaine—playwright, life coach, comedian, and actor—to the show. Jennifer will share how embracing creativity can become a sacred practice that nourishes your soul, energizes your life, and transforms your relationships. Get ready to discover: Why creativity isn't about perfection—it's about being authentically YOU. How making space for creative expression can bring more joy and meaning into your everyday life. Jennifer's 3 simple steps to help you rediscover your creative spark today. Don't miss this inspiring milestone episode—it might just be the push you didn't know you needed to reconnect with the vibrant, creative soul at your core. Tune in and celebrate with us! Listen now on Dreamvision 7 Radio Network or your favorite podcast platform. BIO: Jennifer is playwright, life coach, comedian, actor, VoiceOver artist and creator of a musical. Her original writing, performing, and comedy delve into serious and socially relevant issues and provide audiences the opportunity to unite in laughter. Whether in a coaching session, or holding an audience in rapt attention, she brings unlikely perspectives and creates breakthroughs, often when people are facing tough challenges. As a life coach she has coached hundreds of people on six of the seven continents. She has a knack for listening to your story to guide you to the swiftest best answer or resolution you need. Want to find out when the next incredible episode of Look for the Good is dropping? Sign up for the Look for the Good Podcast Chat weekly newsletter to get behind the scenes insights, special tips, and insider only offers. Click HERE to sign up today! Learn More about Carrie here: https://carrierowan.com/
Looking to unleash more creativity in your life and career? Then this conversation with Jennifer Blaine is sure to rock your world! Jennifer is an in-demand, multihyphenate actor-comedian-solo performer-voiceover artist who has shared the stage with comedians Chris Rock and Joe Piscopo and worked with distinguished actors including Laura Linney, Joanne Woodward, and Paul Newman. For the past 25 years, she has performed original one-woman shows that delve into social issues and, as a theater teaching artist in her hometown of Philadelphia, she has also worked with youth to create original plays on issues from bullying to civil rights. In addition to performing, Jennifer is a member of the American Counseling Association and has coached hundreds of people worldwide toward actively creating what they want in their lives. In this heartfelt, insightful, funny, and thought-provoking chat, Jennifer reveals how she rocks a creative life -- and how you can, too.In this episode, you'll hear about:[4:08] The teacher who inspired Jennifer to raise her voice, and other sources of inspiration and courage[6:54] Why Jennifer is willing to show up and stand in the unknown, and even fail onstage [13:44] How Jennifer helps others bring forth their talents and follow what's most exciting and heart-centered[19:07] Why artists' voices should be valued and financially rewarded [20:54] The sexist (and incorrect) assumption that Jennifer's husband supports her creative life[24:00] The reason Jennifer feels compelled to share women's stories in her work[26:21] Jennifer's one tip to rock itLinks from the episode:Jennifer Blaine (performer): http://www.jenniferblaine.com/ Jennifer Blaine (coaching): https://blainecoaching.com/Join the SHE ROCKED IT Rockstar Network:SHE ROCKED IT is a podcast and virtual community dedicated to raising the volume on women's voices. We believe that when women listen to, learn from, and lift one another up, we can ALL soar to greater heights. We invite you to join our ROCKSTAR NETWORK of creative, courageous women:Subscribe to our podcast and leave a reviewSign up for our email list at https://www.sherockedit.com Join us on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/sherockedit
Jennifer Blaine is a writer, performer, comedian and life coach, known for her one-woman shows which have the knack of delving into serious and socially relevant issues with humour. She's the only guest so far I've invited back to the podcast. Why? Because after speaking to her at launch she really sparked my creativity with her rallying cries. She's back to do the same this Spring and, again, has reminded me of WHY I need to make more time and space for my creativity. Also, this time, we discuss the relationship between creativity and money and how to make that work for you, too. For her, and I think many of us, having a creative outlet makes her a better parent and helps her live through a global pandemic with more resilience. She’s also written a book on creativity – called The Power of Creativity – and she really walks her talk. I interviewed her in episode 4 of this podcast and she inspired me so much, I thought I’d invite her back to help me – and you – get your mojo back. For more on Jennifer: https://jenniferblaine.wordpress.com/ To follow Big Juicy Creative for loads of inspiration on living creatively, see: Instagram: @bigjuicycreativeliving Facebook @bigjuicycreativeliving LinkedIn: @suzybashford Twitter: @suzybashford contact Suzy: suzy@bigjuicycreative.co.uk Big Juicy Creative podcast is available on all major platforms, such as Apple Podcasts and Spotify, or directly from my website: https://www.bigjuicycreative.co.uk/podcast
This solo episode of the Big Juicy Creative podcast is the second part of summing up the main AHA moments Suzy has had from her brilliant interviewees so far. You’ll find the first part in episode 31 – covering learnings from farmer Lynn Cassells, artist Ann Vastano, composer Ella Jarman-Pinto, performer Jennifer Blaine and entrepreneur Kelly Pietrangeli. In this episode, Suzy pulls out the main gems extracted when talking to chef Kirsten Gilmour, coach Lucy Sheridan, clown Holly Stoppit and actress Claire Merrick. As usual, she shares what she's been doing to nurture her creativity at this difficult time, ending with a 5 minute creative exercise that makes her feel better about her horrible homeschool day. References: Episode with chef KJ is 22 Episode with coach Lucy Sheridan is 8 Episode with clown Holly Stoppit is 30 Episode with actress Claire Merrick is 26 Episode with doctor Tash Pirie Burley is 13 Go check them out! And please do share with anyone who would benefit from a creative boost right now. Thank you!
In this shorter solo podcast episode, Suzy shares the 7 top things she’s been doing to nurture her creativity. These fortnightly episodes, interspersed between interview episodes, are intended to motivate you to get creative too, inspired by her recent podcast interviewees. She’s calling them ‘Random Acts of Living’ because they make you feel alive. They range from foraging for your dinner and relying on your natural resources to ditching pesky ‘FOMOOK’ to avoiding baby killers. In addition to giving loads of practical tips, this episode explains why it’s so important that ideas are acted upon. So, go on, get out that wonky crochet or clay castle for your daughter, and nurture that creative soul of yours (or even that tricky maths equation because, you know, creativity is about way more than poetry or painting). References: Launch episodes with artist Ann Vastano, farmer Lynn Cassells and performer Jennifer Blaine are available if you search previous episodes Photos of Random Acts of Living (RALs) will be displayed on Instagram and Facebook, both with handle @bigjuicycreativeliving. Also some on LinkedIn @suzybashford Big Magic by Elizabeth Gilbert Women who Run with Wolves by Clarissa Pinkola Estes
Jennifer Blaine is an actor, comedian, playwright and coach who has worked with comedy greats like Chris Rock, as well as actors like Glenda Jackson, Laura Linney and Paul Newman. She’s best known for her hilarious one-woman, multi-character shows which delve into serious issues, from bullying to brain surgery, with humour. Yes humour. However, at its core her creativity is not about others; it’s primarily about that all-important connection with herself first. From nurturing this deep connection, and making time to reflect and know what’s in her mind, she generates the positive energy to go out into the world and communicate her message with confidence, commitment and self-belief; whether that’s performing a one-woman show or parenting her daughter. Her argument that people that nurture their creativity feel more alive and un-zombie-like is perfectly demonstrated by how funny, heartfelt, characterful and connected she is. (She has some interesting ideas on how to reform the education system, too, which I might just tweet the UK education secretary about… Stayed tuned to my shorter solo podcast for more on this). Creativity, for her, is enlivening and allows her to process her emotions so she has a richer experience of life. As she says, it’s energising and this energy is contagious. This leads to a conversation about how, if we all tapped our creative energy, we could change the world for the better, and quickly. At this time in human history, it’s important that as many of us as possible are ‘alive’, so we can engage creatively with the world’s many problems. If you want to catch her contagious creative spirit, give this episode a listen. You can find Jennifer: Facebook: Jennifer Blaine or www.jenniferblaine.com References: ‘The Power of Creativity – 30 sparks to inspire & nurture your creative essence’, a book by Jennifer Blaine ‘The Artist’s Way’, a book outlining a 12 week course to unblock creativity, by Julia Cameron ‘The Little Girl Who Gave Zero Fucks’, a book by Amy Kean ‘The Vicissitudes of Travel’, Jennifer’s one woman multi-character show inspired by her brother’s brain surgery Sir Ken Robinson’s Ted Talk – the most watched Ted talk of all time – called ‘Do schools kill creativity?’ Jennifer’s coaching business can be found at blainecoaching.com Details of her performances can be found on social media
On Thursday's Houston Matters: Spring Branch ISD Superintendent Dr. Jennifer Blaine discusses her district's back-to-school plans. Also this hour: As Spring Branch and other districts choose different back-to-school plans, Suzi Kennon, president of the Texas PTA, tells News 88.7’s Laura Isensee she hopes the well-being of students stays the focus of those plans. Plus: On this day 75 years ago, the United States dropped the first of two atomic bombs on Japan. We meet Ritsuko... Read More
I’m here today to bring you a very special episode that I recorded with my amazing friend Jennifer Blaine. If you’re a long-time listener, you’ll know that Jennifer has been on the show twice before, but this is my first time getting to interview her. We had the most amazingly deep conversation about creativity that had us both in tears by the end. I honestly didn’t want it to end and I think we could have talked for at least another hour, but I am so so proud of what we managed to capture here. I hope this conversation gives you good things to think about if you’re stuck at home waiting out the coronavirus like me and everybody else. This episode is for the artists and creatives out there, especially the artists like me who sometimes struggle for a reason to keep making art. It’s for writers who have lost the plot, painters who are procrastinating and actors who aren’t sure if they can do one more audition. So strap your headphones on extra tight and enjoy the show! About Jennifer Blaine Jennifer Blaine has been performing one-woman shows for 25 years. Her original writing, performing, and comedy delve into serious and socially relevant issues and provides audiences the opportunity to unite in laughter. Jennifer has opened for George Carlin, and performed with Chris Rock and Joe Piscopo. She has worked with iconic actors such as Glenda Jackson, Laura Linney, Joanne Woodward, and Paul Newman. She was featured on ABC’s Philly After Midnight: Women Comedians and has lent her voice to hundreds of voiceover projects. According to the Philadelphia Daily News “not even Sybil can compete with Blaine’s cast of characters. Her comic genius is like Lily Tomlin and Tracey Ullman.” Jennifer was the resident Theatre Arts Instructor at the Showstoppers program at The Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts from 2013-2018 in which she created four original plays on topical issues from bullying to civil rights. She produced the “5,000 Women” festival, showcasing artists and social activists, in 2011 and 2012 and in Philadelphia in 2014. Her multiple FringeArts solo works include Sorry, White Flight, Hearing Voices, and Ridiculous and Dirty Joke which she created with Vashti Dubois, founder of The Colored Girls Museum. Blaine has toured her solo work throughout the country to colleges and theatre festivals -- highlights include The OpenStage of Harrisburg, The White Privilege Conference, PIFA, and the Annenberg Center for the Arts. She currently performs The Vicissitudes of Travel, which depicts a family traveling through brain surgery, in art galleries, museums, theaters, and recently performed The Vicissitudes for Jefferson’s Health and Humanities department and Wesleyan University. For more information visit www.jenniferblaine.com Warmly, Brennen & Cynthia Episode Music Credits It Meant Everything to me by Le Gang Nostalgia by Johny Grimes Nostalgia by Tobu
I am delighted to share an interview I recorded with a dear friend and life coach Jennifer Blaine. Jennifer and I had talked back in episode 3 of our podcast but in this one, Jennifer and I talk specifically about how you can start to get unstuck. We discuss how to figure out what moves you spiritually and emotionally, and how identifying that can help direct your energy towards getting unstuck. We covered the following topics: We are always in transition Most people are searching for their life's work, "the big thing" The power of literally saying hmmmm when you feel stuck How you can experiment in real time to see what you like and what you don't like so you can do more of what's working Things take as long as they take when it comes to emotional healing or dealing with tragedy It helps to write down the things you love so much that you wish they could be your job Even before we know what "the big thing" is, we can still make an intention of some kind How we are when we're on the way to a goal is how we'll be when we reach the goal Always be in gratitude or appreciation as you work toward goals Make the intention to listen to yourself You can get clues to your "big thing" by watching other people and getting inspired by them AND by noticing a rising energy in yourself when you think of a certain undertaking or path Here's to Getting Unstuck, Cynthia This week's healthy episode is sponsored by Wellness by Cynthia. Wellness by Cynthia is my own site and blog where I educate and dish about my favorite wellness products, tips, and experiences. Check it out! https://wellnessbycynthia.com/ BONUS: If you enroll as a Young Living essential oils rewards member, I’ll give you $10 towards your second order when you contact me and mention the code “Goal Magic.” Intro Music: We are One by Vexento We Are One by Vexento https://www.youtube.com/user/Vexento https://soundcloud.com/vexento Music promoted by Audio Library https://youtu.be/Ssvu2yncgWU Outro music: Nostalgia by Tobu tobumusic.com/license https://soundcloud.com/7obu/nostalgia
I am pumped to share an interview I recorded with Michael Sussman, the owner and president of Strategic Rail Finance, a North American rail industry consulting firm he started in 1994. He is actually the husband of my dear friend and life coach, Jennifer Blaine, whose interview you may have heard on EP 03. Michael has a fascinating story. He was running a successful commercial refrigeration company when he realized that he wasn’t really doing anything to create positive change or making an impact in this world. He quit his job, got unstuck and shifted his path after his epiphany. Michael became interested in the idea of fighting for systems that benefit everyone in society rather than just the bottom lines of powerful companies. That's why he has long been a champion for America's rail system, which he argues is far more efficient than most other modes of transportation. This episode is great for anyone with a strong desire to make the world a better place. It feels so much better when you truly believe in the work you're doing. Here's to Getting Unstuck, Cynthia http://www.ontracknorthamerica.org/ Email Michael: msussman AT ontracknorthamerica.org Sponsor Love: This photogenic episode is sponsored by Russ Hickman Photography. Mention GOAL MAGIC for 10% off your first photo session with Russ! http://russhickman.com/ Intro Music: We are One by Vexento We Are One by Vexento rel="noopener">https://www.youtube.com/user/Vexento https://soundcloud.com/vexento Music promoted by Audio Library https://youtu.be/Ssvu2yncgWU Outro music: Nostalgia by Tobu tobumusic.com/license https://soundcloud.com/7obu/nostalgia