Creative People Podcast
Conversations with every type of creative. Hosted by Ryan Leacock - Get inspired and do the work.
S5 E1 · Tue, April 01, 2025
#121: Photographer: Curtis Grimba: A little bit of Bokeh: Portraits, Play, and the Power of Discomfort
This week, I’m joined by photographer and branding specialist Curtis Grimba —a guy who brings a sharp eye, a playful spirit, and a deep sense of presence to his work. https://www.cgrimba.com/ We talk about what it really takes to create meaningful portraits—building trust, embracing imperfection, and staying open even when burnout hits. Curtis shares how discomfort and spontaneity actually fuel his best work, why he still loves shooting on film, and how he keeps his creativity alive by stepping back, switching gears, and sometimes just being a goof behind the camera. This conversation was the first I recorded after a hiatus, and it reminded me exactly why I started this podcast. Honest, grounded, and full of insight—this one’s a solid start to Season 5. It’s a great chat - do it up! 🎧 Highlights include: The influence of graphic design on his photography Shooting portraits like conversations, not poses Navigating discomfort and vulnerability on both sides of the lens The value of imperfection and play in creative work Burnout, boundaries, and creative recovery Climbing, books, guitars, and finding joy outside the work
S4 E14 · Thu, March 20, 2025
#120: Allow me to Re-Introduce Myself: Best of Season 4!
Welcome back to Creative People Podcast ! I’m about to kick off Season 5—but before I do, I wanted to take a moment to look back before moving forward. In this episode, I’m reintroducing myself and the podcast, sharing where I’ve been, where I’m headed creatively, and revisiting some of the best moments from Season 4. You’ll hear clips from incredible conversations with Amy Silva, Matty James, and Stacey Tookey , offering a chance to catch the heart of what I’m building with this podcast. Whether you’re a longtime listener or just tuning in for the first time, this episode is a great way to get a feel for what Creative People Podcast is all about. New season, new conversations—let’s get into it!
S4 E13 · Mon, March 04, 2024
#119: Choreographer / Dancer: Stacey Tookey: It’s so much more than “5,6,7,8”
In this episode of Creative People Podcast, we are thrilled to have Stacey Tookey, a renowned choreographer and dancer who has been nominated for 3 Emmys for her work on So You Think You Can Dance. Stacey shares her story of how she started dancing at the age of four in Edmonton, Canada, and how she pursued her dream of becoming a professional dancer in Las Vegas, New York, and Los Angeles. She also talks about the challenges and rewards of being a choreographer, and how she balances her artistic vision with the demands of the industry. Stacey tells us about her passion for teaching and inspiring the next generation of dancers through The Bridge Movemen t and The Protégé Movement . Stacey is a creative force who moves with grace and grit, and we are honored to have her on the podcast. Tune in to Creative People Podcast and get ready to be moved by Stacey Tookey. staceytookey.com instagram.com/sjtookey www.creativepeople-podcast.com
S4 E12 · Fri, February 16, 2024
#118: Graphic Designer: Brie Pointer: A Little Sparkle Ain't a Bad Thing
Back at it with local KW favourite, graphic designer Brie Pointer! Brie is a ray of sunshine and full of heart - she tells me about the farm she started with her family, crafting with glitter and knowing your worth. We chat about some of the hard stuff she's been through in the last few years. Through it all though, Brie's sunshine shines through. Great episode! Do it up! Work with her: https://www.briepointer.ca/ Check out her farm, Wayward Farm https://waywardfarm.ca www.creativepeople-podcast.com
S4 E11 · Wed, November 08, 2023
#117: Comedy Writer: Amy Silva: Laugh = Good
This week comedy writer, Amy Silva is in the studio. She tells me about attending the Humber Collage's Comedy Writing and Performance program, and her love of cringe. We chat about perfectionism and if she actually thinks she's funny. Super fun one. https://www.instagram.com/amydsilva_/ www.creativepeople-podcast.com
S4 E10 · Mon, October 30, 2023
#116: SFX Make-up Artist: Brandi Boulet: Call Me if you Need Blood
Hey buds, this week we're chatting with Special Effects Make-up Artist - Brandi Boulet Brandi has worked on some of the most acclaimed films and TV shows of the past decade. In this podcast, she shares her insights and stories from behind the scenes of projects such as See, The Horror of Dolores Roach,, Star Trek: Discovery, and The Changeling. https://www.instagram.com/brandi.boulet/ Brandi tells me about her love of Ewoks, we chat movie magic and escaping a government work cubical. It's a great chat, perfect for Halloween! www.creativepeople-podcast.com
S4 E9 · Fri, October 20, 2023
#115: Drag Performer: Matty James - The Drive for Drag
In this episode, Matty James ( the.nonbinary.bombshell ) talks about their journey of becoming a drag performer, and how they use drag as a form of art and activism. Matty also discusses some of the challenges and joys of being a drag performer, and how it was a battle with themselves to get there. We chat about growing up in the church (we grew up in the same church) and how they found themselves after leaving that world behind. https://www.instagram.com/the.nonbinary.bombshell/ https://linktr.ee/the.nonbinary.bombshell If you are interested in drag culture and want to learn more about how to slay the drag scene, this episode is for you. Listen and be amazed by Matty James, the non binary bombshell! www.creativepeople-podcast.com
S4 E8 · Mon, September 18, 2023
#114: Print/Pattern Designer: Rachael Taylor: Accidental Business Woman
In this episode, we are thrilled to have Rachael Taylor as our guest. Rachael is a renowned Creative Director, Bestselling Author, Mentor and Print and Pattern Designer based in Liverpool, UK. She is the co-founder of Make it in Design, an online platform that teaches thousands of creatives how to achieve their dreams in the design industry. https://rachaeltaylordesigns.com/ https://makeitindesign.com/ We will talk to Rachael about her latest book, Power Up Your Creativity, which is a must-read for anyone who wants to unleash their creative potential. The book is packed with practical exercises, inspiring stories, and helpful advice on how to develop a productive practice, set goals and achieve your dreams. Rachael will share with us some of the insights and lessons she learned from her own creative journey, as well as from her mentorship of hundreds of aspiring designers. She will also give us a sneak peek into her upcoming projects, which include a new collection inspired by her travels to Cuba. If you are looking for a boost of motivation, inspiration and creativity, you won’t want to miss this episode. Tune in and get ready to power up your creativity with Rachael Taylor! (episode description written by chat gpt) - crazy, eh!? www.creativepeople-podcast.com
S4 E7 · Tue, September 05, 2023
#113: Filmmaker: Katie Billo - "You have to make it work"
Today on the podcast I'm talking to filmmaker/producer, Katie Billo https://www.digitalsabbath.ca Katie is part of Digital Sabbath - a kw local film company they're the ones who made the Business Unusual series. Over the last 2 years, I've interviewed a few of those guys todays it's time for the gal's point of view. Katie Billo is married to her Digital Sabbath partner, Kyle Sawyer ( https://www.creativepeople-podcast.com/episodes/kylesawyer ) The two of them are the driving force behind the company... they also have an incredibly cute, film centric meet cute I've enjoyed getting to watch them start and grow their film company, fitting in these chats with their whole crew along the way. Katie is the perfect way to cap that off Today we're talking the joy of editing, producing... what producing even means. we chat about dogs, Quantum Physics, woodworking and parenthood with a little bit of David Fincher "fan boy & girlying" in there for good measure. It's a great chat. Do it up! www.creativepeople-podcast.com
S4 E6 · Mon, July 24, 2023
#112: Video Producer: xCephasx: Totally Insaney
Today's guest told me that when he's told to tone it down, he cranks it 10x! On this episode I'm chatting with Montreal video producer, xcephasx https://xcephasx.com/ Cephas describes himself as a business man first - and an artist second... which i think is great because we need more business minded creatives as far as I'm concerned! So today we're talking business systems and animaniacs? Cephas talks to me about pushing it so that people feel it, how he never wanted to grow up and how art is exciting but so is seeing the money deposited in your bank account! it's a really fun chat this week, you are going to love it! www.creativepeople-podcast.com
S4 E5 · Mon, July 17, 2023
#111 - Magician: Magical Katrina: “Whoever has the best PR”
Today from Los Angeles California, I am joined by magician, princess and pin-up model, Magical Katrina! https://magicalkatrina.com/ Katrina tells me about being a little girl who idolized Judy garland and Sabrina the Teenage Witch. We talk about when she started performing and how she took control of her career and how now she's out to get everything she wanted from it. She talks about the challenge of doing anything fully and using magic to get backstage at a rolling stones concert. Great chat, do it up. www.creativepeople-podcast.com
S4 E5 · Mon, July 10, 2023
#110 - Carina Gardner: All of us can make money?
Today's guest is Carina Gardner, a designer and coach who is all about helping creatives make money with their work. https://www.carinagardnercourses.com/ Carina contacted me about being on the podcast - for a podcast switch actually. Now, I often say no to those types of things and it's not that I'm unfriendly, all though I can be. It's just that most of time with the podcast I follow my gut to find guests, but this time I felt like I should yes and I'm glad that I did. Money isn't something I've focused a lot on with the podcast, for good reason, I've never really been good with it. But I do want to change that so todays conversation was pretty interesting especially because I recently decided that I didn't care if I ever made money with my creativity. Carina did show me that, maybe it doesn't need to be so black and white. Regardless of money or the lack there of Carina has some excellent, practical, mindset shifting tips. It's a great convo - you will enjoy it www.creativepeople-podcast.com
S4 E3 · Thu, May 11, 2023
#109: Ryan Antooa: Designer: Too Many Ryans
This week we are in the studio with Designer, Ryan Antooa. Ryan makes his podcast return to fill me in on his new books, new skills and new ambitions. Ryan and I first chatted the first September of the pandemic man, a lot has changed since then! We chat about anime, rest and steel sharpening steel. https://www.ryanantooa.com/ Music by Apollo Buy Ryan’s zine, Backslider at ryanleacock.ca www.creativepeople-podcast.com
S4 E2 · Wed, April 19, 2023
#108 Hushpuppy Designs: Artist: Art for the Underdogs
Back at it again, again , and we have a great one for ya. EM aka Hushpuppy Designs is in the studio to talk luck, making art for the underdogs and friends who are intimidatingly good at drawing. I had such a great time chatting with EM. Great vibes in this one. Enjoy! https://hushpuppydesigns.com/ I wrote a whole blog about some of the stuff we talked about on this episode. check that out here www.ryanleacock.ca/blog/hushpuppy-designs Music by Baegel Buy Ryan’s zine, Backslider at ryanleacock.ca www.creativepeople-podcast.com
S4 E1 · Mon, February 27, 2023
#107: Artist: Trevor Clare: Gravitate Towards Beauty
This week we're back for Season 4. I am chatting with KW local artist Trevor Clare. We talk about mental health, the power of locations and traditional/digital artwork. Great guy, fantastic convo! https://www.instagram.com/trevorclareart/ I'm glad to be back for another year of podcasting, expect this season to be striped down and back to basics. Music by Young Community www.creativepeople-podcast.com
S3 E11 · Mon, December 05, 2022
#106: Radio Host: Brady Kingsbury: Having fun in a room with my friends..."
Hey buds, this week I sit down with 96.7 CHYM's morning host Brady Kingsbury. Brady gets into it about all things radio, from producing to hosting. We talk about being part of people's lives every morning and the Springsteen quote that works as his guide. Great chat! https://www.instagram.com/bradiobrady/ Krista Kankula - Creative Coach https://www.instagram.com/kristakankula/ Ryan Leacock - Podcast Host/Producer https://www.instagram.com/ryanleacock_/ www.creativepeople-podcast.com
Bonus · Thu, November 24, 2022
Haunted - Clarissa Diokno - LIVE IN STUDIO
Clarissa Diokno performs her recent single, Haunted live at the podcast studio! https://www.creativepeople-podcast.com/episodes/clarissadiokno www.creativepeople-podcast.com
Bonus · Thu, November 24, 2022
Novelty Exercise - 5min Creative Exercise with Krista Kankula
“We need new and unusual experiences to think differently. In fact, cultivating a mind-set that is open and explorative might be the best thing we can do for our creative work. As Jack Kerouac said - ‘the best teacher is experience’. That’s a quote from my favourite book on the topic of creativity (and one of my all time favourite books), called Wired to Create by Scott Barry Kaufman & Carolyn Gregoire. Hey, I'm Krista Kankula. I'm a creativity coach who focuses on helping adults pursue their creative expression & do it in a way that’s fun and true to who you are. Today I’ve got a challenge for you, if you choose to take up the invitation. Since - changing our perspective and having novel experiences are so important to our creativity, I’m inviting you to go create somewhere that feels NEW or unusual to you. That might mean, you take your sketchbook down to your laundry room in your basement, or you lay on the floor on your back and paint, or you try illustrating from your car (while parked of course), or dancing barefoot in your backyard. Maybe you go to the mall, find a place to sit and write your novel. You don’t have to plan a trip somewhere far to experience something new or to look or think about what you’re creating in a different way. You can do it within your own space, by switching around your furniture, your body positioning, or creating in a different room than you normally do - like a hallway even. Trust me, painting in on your hallway floor is more fun than it sounds or at least I found it to be. Consider thinking about the spaces in your community that maybe you haven’t visited in a while or have never spent time creating in - a bowling alley or a restaurant…or going to a friend’s house or garage. Let yourself experiment with creating somewhere just a little bit different from where you normally do and see what happens. Keep this practice in your back pocket so you can pull it out if you’re not feeling inspired or creative or maybe you simply want to make a habit of challenging yourself to create in new spaces. If you feel inspired, snap a picture of the new spot you’re creating from and tag Ryan @creativepeople.podcast and me @kristakankula . I’m committing to trying this practice out again myself - stay tuned to see where I go. www.creativepeople-podcast.com
S3 E10 · Mon, November 21, 2022
#105: Singer/Songwriter: Clarissa Diokno: Change the Mindset
This week we are in studio with singer/songwriter Clarissa Diokno. We’re talking about forming a band on Facebook, talent shows, and blowing glass. She tells me about her writing process and puppets! Then she performed her song Haunted! Great one! https://www.instagram.com/clarissadiokno/ https://www.instagram.com/kristakankula/ https://www.instagram.com/creativepeople.podcast/ https://www.instagram.com/ryanleacock_/ www.creativepeople-podcast.com
S3 E9 · Tue, October 18, 2022
#104: Theatre Creators: Innovative Productions (Sydney&Marley): “We’re all the chosen ones”
Hey, buds! Today we’re talking theatre with Innovative Productions theatre creators Marley And Sidney! They have a production happening this week called “That' One Act Thing” - which I am lucky enough to be a part of. The duo talk to me about friendship/partnership, Canadian Theatre, and using frustration as a motivator. Great chat! https://www.theinproductions.com/ www.creativepeople-podcast.com
S3 E8 · Mon, October 10, 2022
#103: Animators: Hannah, Carla & Michaela: "Ashes"
Hey buds, today on the podcast we're talking animation with animators Hannah, Carla, and Michaela. The trio tells me about their animated short, "Ashes" and all the time, love, and effort that went into making it. We get into it about perfectionism and the bitter-sweet feelings that creatives go through at the end of big projects. Great chat, do it up! Watch the short: "Ashes" - Short film Haanimation links: https://twitter.com/haanimation_s https://bio.link/haanimationstudio https://twitter.com/little_ms_mouse https://bio.link/little_miss_mouse https://bio.link/lovelyhone www.creativepeople-podcast.com
Bonus · Wed, October 05, 2022
Jaguar Sun - Cold Wind - LIVE IN-STUDIO
Jaguar Sun performs Cold Wind Live at the Creative People Podcast Studio www.creativepeople-podcast.com
Bonus · Wed, October 05, 2022
Display Your Creativity - 5min Creative Exercise with Krista Kankula
Display your creativity/put on your own art show Do it in your house - could be just for yourself to see and appreciate or you can invite friends/family First let yourself view what you’ve created How to appreciate your progress/creative journey and build in time to pause and celebrate Sometimes when our projects get stored away in a file in our computer, in a sketchbook, we can forget about them, we can forget about the progress we’ve made, the different styles we’ve attempted Remind ourselves where we’ve been, can inspire/help us identify where we want to go next —------------- Hey, I'm Krista Kankula. I'm a creativity coach and I’m here to offer short exercises to help you cultivate and express your creativity and do it in a way that’s rooted in joy, playfulness and self-belief. The exercise I’m about to share with you is great if you’re: Wanting to work up the courage to share your art with more people Feeling like people don’t see/recognize your creativity or art If you’re experiencing a lot of self-doubt about your progress and creative skills Or if you have a dream to one day have your work featured in a gallery, festival or some sort of public space. The practice today is this: You’re going to imagine you’re hosting an art open house and it's going to be featuring your art/your creations. You get to curate and design how you’ll display your art and which pieces you’d like to feature. And then once you’re done you can decide if you’d like to invite friends, family, colleagues - the people in your circle to view it OR if for right now you’d prefer to view it yourself, and share it with others later. Often we don’t spend a whole lot of time with what we’ve created when it’s finished. It might stay in a sketchbook and after we’re done we’re flipping to the next page, or it gets tucked away in a box or it lives in a digital folder, on our phone, on a social media feed or our camera roll. Going through what you’ve created is an opportunity for you to be present with what you’ve made. To fully take it in and appreciate it. It’s an opportunity to see your journey as a creative, how your skills and perspectives has changed over the months and years. Through this process of reviewing and displaying your art you can look back and admire what you’ve created and maybe even get inspiration from these past creations. This process also gives us the opportunity to appreciate something we made, that maybe at the time we couldn’t fully appreciate because self-doubt or perfection was clouding our perception at the time. So find a
S3 E7 · Mon, August 29, 2022
#102: Jaguar Sun: Musician: Get Stuff Out Into The World
This week we're in the studio for a conversation and live performance by Jaguar Sun. Chris Minielly talks to me about the evolution of his music and how stepping outside of his comfort zone was part of that process for him. We talk about navigating social media while staying true to ourselves Then Chris caps off the podcast with a fantastic live performance. Do it up! Jaguar Son https://linktr.ee/JaguarSun Krista Kankula https://kristakankula.com/activateyourcreativity https://www.creativepeople-podcast.com/ www.creativepeople-podcast.com
S3 E6 · Mon, August 15, 2022
101: Alfonso Spinoza: Comic Creator: The 9th Art
Hey buds, This week we’re talking comics, imposter syndrome, and store ownership with comic book creator Alfonso Espinos of Studio Comix! I met Alfonso when I stopped in on the way to my barber, and I immediately knew I had him on the podcast. Alfonso’s passion for comics and helping creators is infectious and it was interesting to learn about the history of comic books in Mexico. We had a great time. Do it up. https://www.studiocomix.com/ https://www.creativepeople-podcast.com/ www.creativepeople-podcast.com
Bonus · Mon, August 08, 2022
A Writing Exercise - 5min Creative Exercise with Krista Kankula
Hi I’m Krista Kankula! I’m a creativity coach that helps adults make time for + access their creativity & do it in a way that’s rooted in joy, playfulness and self-belief. Have you ever been working on a creative project or maybe marketed something you’ve created and found yourself thinking “do I just say the same thing over and over again” Or have you ever found yourself bored with the very topic you’ve centered your creative project on - not necessarily because you find it terribly boring…you’re maybe bored because you’ve spent some much time with it and spent so much time thinking about it/loooking at it in the same way. Well today’s exercise will help you if you’re finding yourself in one of those scenarios, if you’re feeling stuck or if you simply want to activate your imagination and experiment with a little creative challenge. I’m not sure exactly where I was/what I was thinking when I thought about this exercise, but let’s pretend I was sitting at my desk, opened my drawer - that let’s be honest is probably better described as a junk drawer/mish mash of stuff and the first thing that caught my eye was an eraser. Today’s exercise is to challenge yourself to write for 20 minutes about an eraser. Why an easer? Well it’s not the most exciting object in the world, but likely one we have some familiarity with. The focus of this exercise is to think about the eraser in different ways - what other uses could it have/how could it get repurposed, get curious about it (maybe think about where/how the eraser was invented, how the first eraser was made vs. the ones that get made now) and also to use your imagination and play with telling a story about an eraser. Let’s break down how this exercise can help you a bit more: #1 - it’s giving you some constraints to work with. Instead of saying write about anything for 20 mins, you’re given the topic of an eraser. Constraints can work in our favour and help us generate more ideas/solutions. #2 - It’s a creative experiment with a slight (but not overwhelming) sense of pressure. There is a time limit and so it challenges you to come up with some bit of writing in just 20 minutes. And it can help challenge our thinking of what’s possible to create in a smaller chunk of time. And hey if you have a writing deadline, you can recall that time you did an exercise like this and you were able to be calm, cool and creative under pressure and get it done. #3 This one sort of contradicts the last one - but I think you’ll get where I’m going with it. Even though the time may induce a bit of pressure, the exercise itself is low stakes. There’s no assignment to turn in, you don’t have to publish it as a blog post or turn this draft story about an eraser into a novel. You don’t have to worry about whether it’s interesting or your audience or editor or anyon
Bonus · Mon, July 25, 2022
Visualizing & Animating Your Creativity - 5min Creative Exercise with Krista Kankula
This exercise was actually inspired by Ryan and a question he asked me when I was a guest on the podcast. We’re going to visualize and animate our creativity. This is a great practice to experiment with because… 1) It’s a fun way to use our imaginations and think differently 2) It gives us an opportunity to appreciate and celebrate our capacity to be creative - remembering even when we’re feeling blocked or uninspired we always have the ability to be creative. 3) It’s a chance to explore our relationship with creativity and be curious about what we might need to support and allow our creativity to flourish. So you’re going to close your eyes or focus your gaze. If you’re listening in the car, come back to this when you can close your eyes or focus your gaze safely. Take a deep breath in and slowly exhale out and you can even let yourself sigh. Repeat this two more times. Begin to picture yourself walking through a park, there’s a windy pathway lined by evergreen and maple and birch trees, there are patches of gardens with wildflowers in different shades of yellow, pink, orange and blue and there’s a slowly flowing river off to the side. In a moment you’re going to walk up and see your creativity. . Imagine what your creativity would look like if you animated it? What kind of character or object would it turn into? What colour or colours is it? How does it move and communicate with you? You now see your creativity waiting for you on a bench. You’re excited to spend some time together. You’re going to ask your creativity some questions and just notice what it wants to share with you: Ask your creativity, what encouragement or guidance do you want to share with me? What’s something you want us to collaborate on and create together? And lastly, what does your creativity need in order to flourish? You can open your eyes now and you may want to write down any messages or ideas you got from this visualization. You can always re-ask yourself these questions and journal about them. You can use this visualization as a way of connecting with your creativity - maybe you take time to have a weekly or monthly brainstorming session with it OR you can use the visualization to inspire a piece of art - maybe you draw, paint or make a comic about your creativity. I hope this exercise helped you activate your imagination and think of your creativity in a playful and different way! www.creativepeople-podcast.com
Bonus · Mon, July 25, 2022
Creative Blocks - 5min Creative Exercise with Krista Kankula
Hi, I’m Krista Kankula - a Creativity Coach and I’m all about helping you use play and creative self-expression as a tool to cultivate more self-connection, FUN and joy in your life! For today’s exercise, we’re going to focus on creative blocks and how we can bring a playful energy/mindset to moving past them. Creative blocks are sometimes also referred to as fear, resistance, or feeling stuck. It’s the sensation of not being able to access our creativity or feeling like something is blocking us from saying or expressing what’s inside of us. What’s important to keep in mind is that: 1) Feeling blocked creatively is not a sign that we’re not creative or that something is wrong with us (there’s nothing wrong with you, we’re all creative) 2) although they may feel like it, they’re not impossible to move past And 3) When we bring in a playful energy or attitude we can change the way we perceive creative blocks. Instead of dreading them, we can see them as an opportunity to get curious and learn. That’s because creative blocks offer us helpful information. For example, they might be trying to communicate to us that… There’s a part of us that feels afraid, uncertain, or vulnerable. We need to change something in our environment or approach. That we need rest, a break from that creative activity That we need to shift our perspective. Play is one of the ultimate antidotes to helping us past a creative block. Play helps us embrace the unknown when we’re not sure how to move past a block, it helps us imagine different possibilities and is really like a warm-up for our creativity. Here’s how we can bring in that energy or attitude of playfulness to meet these blocks.. First, we bring attention to what’s present Visualize or name the block (ex. I feel like there’s a block stopping me from saying and writing what I want to say or from allowing me to paint in a way that feels fun) Then get curious about what’s there - what is this block trying to tell us? Second, we bring in the energy of playfulness We can do that in a number of ways, but I like using either movement AND/OR visualization as they both can be done pretty much anywhere and without any equipment. Through Movement Move in a way that feels playful to you, such as dancing, jumping up and down, hopping on a swing in your backyard or participating in a game. Through Visualization Picture a time when you felt really playful, maybe imagine yourself playing when you were younger and notice how the energy of playfulness feels in your body. If you can’t picture that, imagine a child you know or one of your pets, a cat or dog being playful. Notice how seeing them be playful bring
Bonus · Mon, July 25, 2022
Do the Opposite - 5min Creative Exercise with Krista Kankula
Do the Opposite Hi, I’m Krista Kankula - a Creativity Coach and I’m all about helping you use play and creative self-expression as a tool to cultivate more self-connection, FUN and joy in your life! Today is opposite day. Or at least we’re going to pretend it is. Novelty is such an important factor in creativity. And for a lot of us who are really living creatively it's something we find ourselves seeking out. When it comes to our creative practice or creative work it's important to shake things up every now and then and just be curious about how it inspires or influences what we’re making or our mindset. For whatever project or creative practice you’re working on at the moment you’re going to challenge yourself - just for fun to do the opposite of that for one day. I’ll give you some examples of how you can approach this opposite challenge: If you’re someone like me who paints with a lot of colours - specifically pinks, oranges, greens and blues You challenge yourself to paint only in black and white OR you challenge yourself to paint with your eyes closed OR you challenge yourself to only use words to create an image or pattern on the page If you’re someone who photographs landscapes and nature You can challenge yourself to draw or paint what you see instead Or take photos of objects or people instead If you’re someone who writes blog posts You can challenge yourself to use a voice memo to talk out and record your blog post instead of writing. Or you can challenge yourself to draw a comic that communicates the main theme behind your blog post If you’re designing posters You can challenge yourself to make a poster out of cardstock and cut and glue on the shapes and text Or You can challenge yourself to create a 2-minute video communicating the event or ideas from the poster instead. These are just a few ideas to get your creative brain warmed up and thinking about how you can practice this FUN opposite challenge for yourself. And if you take on this challenge, which we really hope you do, share what you created and tag Ryan @creativepeople.podcast and me @KristaKankula on Instagram. We can’t wait to see what you create and how this opposite approach inspires you! www.creativepeople-podcast.com
S3 E5 · Mon, July 25, 2022
#100: Director of Photography: Paul Duck: "I usually just say that I'm a cameraman"
This week we are in the studio with DP Paul Duck! https://www.pauljamesduck.com/ Paul tells us about the high-pressure world of documentaries, and how he prepares for it. We talk about frustrations, how they help us grow, and how he's still chasing the same feeling he got as a teenager when he started shooting skateboard videos. Great chat! Also, it's our 100th episode. And we have a new creativity exercise with Krista Kankula https://www.instagram.com/kristakankula/ Music by Jobii and sarah the illstrumentalist https://www.creativepeople-podcast.com/ https://www.instagram.com/creativepeople.podcast/ www.creativepeople-podcast.com
Bonus · Sat, July 23, 2022
Failure Resume - 5min Creative Exercise with Krista Kankula
Exercise #5 Design a failure resume from creative projects/pieces you’ve created Use inspiration from the Book the rise and explore how you reframed or transformed each failure into another creation, into a meaningful experience. Talking about the challenges of failure and what comes after it. Normalizing failure as part of the creative process. Find out more at: https://kristakankula.com/creativejuice/ www.creativepeople-podcast.com
S3 E4 · Mon, May 30, 2022
#99: B-Boy: Jim Han: Learning to Share
This week I'm talking with Jim Han - a B-Boy, Hip Hop Dance Teacher, and owner of the 519 School of HipHop! Jim tells me about discovering Hip-Hop Culture as a kid in South Korea and how it gave his life direction in college. We talk dance battles, passing on what you learn, and the history/scope of Hip-Hop. Great chat. schoolofhiphop.ca www.creativepeople-podcast.com
S3 E3 · Mon, May 16, 2022
#98: Photographer: Kate Dockeray: 750 Emails
This week on the podcast, Ryan is chatting with Toronto-based photographer Kate Dockeray. https://www.instagram.com/katedockeray/ Kate talks about her time in school and how she puts herself in the position to be lucky. We talk Harry Styles and Creative Clowns. Good chat. Do it up www.creativepeople-podcast.com
S3 E2 · Mon, April 25, 2022
#97: Filmmaker: Brea Grant: Head First into the Deep End
This week we're chatting with director Brea Grant about her new Blumhouse film Torn Hearts, starring Katey Sagal. We talk about her years as an actor and how the creative process led her to direct. How she treats her creative work as a job and the difference between being creative and being desperate. Great chat. https://www.instagram.com/breagran https://www.imdb.com/title/tt15053518/ Brea's Podcast - Reading Glasses https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/reading-glasses New creative exercise with Krista Kankula Learn more about Creative Coaching kristakankula.com Program: 0:00 -1:35 - Intro 1;40 - 7:50 - Creative Exercise with Krista 7:45 - 10:00 - Intro 2 10:15 -1:04:50 - Brea Grant Thank you to our sponsor Him and Her https://www.himandher.ca/ Music by Dusty Decks and Matt Large Made by Ryan Leacock https://www.instagram.com/ryanleacock_/ Support the podcast: https://www.creativepeople-podcast.com/ www.creativepeople-podcast.com
S3 E1 · Mon, April 11, 2022
#96: Jewelry Maker: Abbie Darling: Fashion Passion
Back at it, buds! Season 3 kicks off with Abbie Darling! Abby creates custom crystal and brass jewelry. She came downtown to the studio, Tim Hortons in hand. We had such a good time chatting... she's one of those people that just make the rest of your day better. Check out Abbie online: abbiedarlingcustoms.com https://www.instagram.com/sidetrackedwithabbieandjonpod/ New creative exercise with Krista Kankula Learn more about Creative Coaching kristakankula.com Program: 0:00 -3:00 - Intro 3:00 - 7:00 - Creative Exercise with Krista 7:00 - 8:30 - Intro 2 8:30 -1:24:50 - Abbie Darling Thank you to our sponsor Him and Her https://www.himandher.ca/ Music by Dusty Decks Produced by Ryan Leacock https://www.instagram.com/ryanleacock_/ Support the podcast: https://www.creativepeople-podcast.com/ www.creativepeople-podcast.com
S2 E34 · Mon, January 31, 2022
#95: Season 2 Finale: Some Of the Best from Season 2!
I've put together a remixed buffet of some of the best guests and conversations from the most popular episodes this season. Featuring: - Stephanie Scott (EP:88) on the Creative Path 2:15 - 10:25 - Densil McFarlane (EP:75) of the OBGM's on being Strong Creatively 11:23 - 18:31 - Isabel Carreńo (EP:85) on "Not Taking it Too Seriously" 19:47 - 26:18 - Kim-A-Tron (EP:84) - "T here is No Proper Way to be an Artist" 27:14 -3 5:32 - The High Road Design (Jon Kutt) (EP:89) on Creative Bitterness 36:36 - 43:58 - Robin (EP:80) and Elaine (EP:83) on Marketing, Partnership, and Kitchener 45:00 - 54:54 - Taylor Jones (EP:81)and Kyle Sawyer (EP:94) on the Keys to Success in Business and Contrived vs Occurring Ideas 56:14 - 1:02:48 - Jonathan Ferrell (farrell_lego) (EP:65) on the Wisdom of Letting Go 1:04:14 - 1:06:48 - Izzy (Isabelle Poirier) of the Ottawa Design Club (EP:82) on Why We Create and Finding her Purpose 1:08:00 - 1:12:10 this episode was produced by Ryan Leacock (*some audio was corrupted in the mixer - this is the best Mixed Media Sound could fix it. Better luck next season.) Thank you for a great 2nd season! This episode is sponsored by Him and Her https://www.himandher.ca/ Music for this episode was created by: Sarah, the Illstrumentalist Matt Large shamgang peerless Yomoti Bonkers Beat Club SINY Dusty Decks www.creativepeople-podcast.com
S2 E32 · Mon, January 24, 2022
#94: Filmmaker: Kyle Sawyer: "Making Something of Value"
Have you ever had a brilliant idea just occur to you? Those are rare and they are the ones to follow says today's guest, filmmaker Kyle Sawyer. Kyle is one part of the duo Digital Sabbath and ones responsible for the Business Unual film series. A series of films highlighting how local businesses are coping with all the struggles brought on by the pandemic. Kyle talks to me about the energy of film, how he uses his "ideas that occur to him" as guiding lights through the process of putting together a film. And how he uses creativity to sidestep potentially weak areas of a scene. Great chat, do it up. watch the film series at: https://www.businessunusualseries.com/ www.creativepeople-podcast.com
S2 E31 · Wed, December 15, 2021
#93: Writer: Rose Gabler: "The Creativity Gene"
This week we are getting into the thick of it with the writer of The Creativity Gene, Rose Gabler. Rose tells me about her grandfather and how a cancer scare led him to dedicate his life to art and how that has rippled through generations of her family. She talks about her own journey of writer her book and has the most perfect analogy for creativity. Great chat, do it up. https://www.thecreativitygene.com/ https://rosegabler.com/ Episode Sponsored by Him and Her Music by DustyDecks www.creativepeople-podcast.com
S2 E30 · Mon, December 06, 2021
#92: Fashion Designer: Christina Harmer: "Show me the ways"
This week I am talking with fashion designer Christina Harmer. Christina is the woman behind KHAZ, a fashion brand out of Toronto. Christina tells me about the afternoon at the One of a Kind Show that changed her whole life. We connected about the frustrations of creativity and the peace of being in the zone. She tells me about remixing the classics and the work no one notices. Great chat. https://www.khazdesigns.com/ www.creativepeople-podcast.com
S2 E29 · Mon, November 29, 2021
#91: Broadway Conductor: David Loud: "A Strange Thing to be Grateful for"
This week on the podcast I'm talking with Broadway Musical Director and Conductor, David Loud. David tells me about his 34 years on Broadway, the magic of theatre and music "in the room" with someone. He talks to me about working with some of the best, including Stephen Sondheim. And how rewarding the teaching he's doing now is. David tells me about the energy of being in the middle of everything while conducting on Broadway, and how the best collaborating happens when everyone makes the same show. We talk a lot about being grateful during the hardest things in life and David tells me about being diagnosed with Parkinson's Disease and the peace he has found since. David is releasing his memoir Facing the Music in February 2022 be sure to check that out. Great, special chat this week. Music by Guustuuv This episode was sponsored by Him&Her About Facing the Music: https://www.simonandschuster.ca/books/Facing-the-Music/David-Loud/9781682451915 FACING THE MUSIC By David Loud "Beautifully written, filled with vivid details, braided with love and loss and wit and the perspective of someone with an utterly unique story to tell." -- Lynn Ahrens, lyricist (Ragtime, Seussical, A Man of No Importance) Experience Broadway musicals from a new perspective – from the conductor’s podium. David Loud occupies a unique place in Broadway history. In addition to his distinguished career as one of Broadway’s most respected music directors, he originated three Broadway roles as an actor, including his appearance in the original cast of Stephen Sondheim’s legendary failure (and cult classic) Merrily We Roll Along, directed by Harold Prince. In a career spanning several decades, he served as music director for the original Broadway productions of Ragtime, Curtains, Sondheim on Sondheim, The Visit, The Scottsboro Boys, and Steel Pier, as well as revivals of She Loves Me, Sweeney Todd, Company, and Porgy and Bess. And he appeared alongside Zoe Caldwell and Audra McDonald in Terrence McNally’s Tony-winning play, Master Class. FACING THE MUSIC is David Loud’s poignant and hilarious memoir of his extraordinary adventures conducting Broadway shows, rubbing shoulders with John Kander, Fred Ebb, Audra McDonald, Stephen Sondheim, Harold Prince, Angela Lansbury, Chita Rivera, Roger Rees, Zoe Caldwell, Marin Mazzie, Jerry Bock, Sheldon Harnick, Garth Drabinsky, and Barbara Cook, among others. It is also a look at his path to the podium, from his one-of-a-kind childhood (a stage-struck kid growing up at a school devoted to organic farming and mountain climbing), to formative experiences at a New England prep school and Yale University. His coming out as a gay man and his diagnosis as a person with Parkinson’s Disease, combined with his extraordinarily entertaining backstage anecdote
S2 E28 · Mon, November 22, 2021
#90: DJ: Sonja: "Wishing is Free"
This week on the podcast I'm talking to DJ, experimental artist, and fellow millennial Sonja (https://www.instagram.com/sonja_online/) She talks to me about bleeding through your eyeballs for your dreams, doing things that scare her (like relocating to South Korea), and why she doesn't want to live in North America. ever again. Sonja means business and her approach to her work is infectious and no-nonsense. She tells me that in her minds-eye her creativity is a plant and has some extremely insightful/helpful things to offer from that perspective. She's great, fantastic chat! Music by Margareta https://open.spotify.com/artist/2EujXLp3444r3ayjrmwM8L?si=cqBzmFc0RHucUpVMrg42fg The podcast is sponsored by Him & Her Inc. https://www.himandher.ca/ www.creativepeople-podcast.com
Bonus · Wed, November 17, 2021
Blog+ Disappointment - The Creative's Burden
Disappointment I'm starting to realize that I'm going to have to accept disappointment - because it doesn’t seem like it’s going anywhere - and it’s everywhere. For one - It's part of the process for our work. Getting better at our craft is a road through disappointment. Often, the things we create are not what we see in our heads and it takes time and practice to get it to where those two things match. And then you challenge yourself again, and the cycle starts over. More disappointment ahead! That’s the process. But the burden is more than that. Speaking bluntly, it’s people… they are going to disappoint you. Not in like a heavy, let you down when you really needed them kinda way. (though...) But in aesthetic, in scope, in execution, in their capacity, or not seeing what you see, etc, and so on. It's part of the loneliness that comes along with this life. People you love won't get it. Their efforts may not look the way you want them to or be as inspired as you like. They may be silent expressions or express love in a way that goes under our "creative person" radar. .... Read the full blog at www.creativepeople-podcast.com www.creativepeople-podcast.com
S2 E27 · Mon, November 15, 2021
#89: Illustrator: Jon Kutt: "A good-natured pile of garbage"
This week I'm chatting and having some laughs with local illustrator and graphic designer Jon Kutt (The High Road Design) - Jon may draw from his adolescence for his art, but his approach is wise and mature. Jon has learned some things and he tells me about how at 46 he came back to drawing, leaving bitterness behind and embracing "Titface" as his Mona Lisa. It's a really fantastic chat https://www.instagram.com/the_high_road_design/ Music by BAEGEL www.creativepeople-podcast.com
S2 E26 · Mon, November 08, 2021
#88: Artist: Stephanie Scott - "Creating to Satisfy My Eyes"
This week on the podcast we're back in the studio with artist, Stephanie Scott - Stephanie is a mural artist and graphic designer. We talk about the winding path of creativity and how she found her way through the false starts. She tells me about how she approaches designing spaces in big buildings and how her dream mural is inspired by Ren and Stimpy - great chat, do it up. https://www.stephaniescott.design/ Music by peerless www.creativepeople-podcast.com
S2 E25 · Mon, November 01, 2021
#87: Samantha Mashburn (The Mothball Prophecies): "Vintage Poker Face"
Collections, why do people collect stuff? What are the stories behind these collections? And more importantly, who are the people? Samantha Mashburn and the team behind the Mothball Prophecies aim to uncover these questions. This week I'm talking to Sam about how her background in hair styling, love for family stories, and passion for antiques led the creation of her podcast. She tells me about the things she's learned and her hopes for the distant, distant future! Great one. Do it up. Check out the Mothball Prophecies, where ever you get your podcast. https://www.themothballprophecies.com/ Music for this episode by Matt Large https://open.spotify.com/artist/107WzwlsOTR6Nxnw2kPHd3 www.creativepeople-podcast.com
Bonus · Wed, October 27, 2021
Blog+ A *FREE* Studio in New York City
A creative exercise to help us reframe our perspective and get back to making work that matters. *Correction: misspoke when I said Andrew Lloyd Wright meant Andrew Lloyd Webber. www.creativepeople-podcast.com
S2 E24 · Mon, October 25, 2021
#86: Spray-paint Artist: Dimitri Dimka: Be the Banksy
CelebritySprayPaint, Dimitri Dimka joins me on the podcast this week. Love this guy's art! Appreciated his story and straightforward approach. Dimitri tells me about moving to Canada from Russia and finding his art again, later in life. Great one! https://www.instagram.com/celebrityspraypaint/ https://open.spotify.com/artist/2MGL4XU2LCJC47c7VvSwuE www.creativepeople-podcast.com
S2 E23 · Tue, October 05, 2021
#85: Illustrator: Isabel Carreńo: "With a just few lines, you can see who the person is"
This week on the podcast we continue our European convos with Isabel Carreńo, an illustrator from Spain. Isabel's work captures the essence of the french cinema, rockstars, and icons like Audrey Hepburn with just a few perfect lines. Her illustrations and pretty and classic, I love them. Isabel tells me how she was drawn to her type of illustrations from an early age, why she loves to draw women, and how she grew out of some of her snobbiness. We connect over our love of pop-culture and how it can bring people together. Great chat, do it up! See all of Isabel's work here Music by shamgang (*correction from episode credits) www.creativepeople-podcast.com
S2 E22 · Tue, September 14, 2021
#84: Artist: Kim-A-Tron: Quite Silly Dark Things
This week we are chatting with UK artist, Kim-A-Tron! Kim Thompson is an artist out of Nottingham, England and it was my pleasure to be able to connect and talk about creativity with someone on the other side of the world. Spoiler: Creatives in the UK deal with the same stuff that you and I do. I love Kim's work, it's bold and colourful with reclaimed heroic themes. She's paints moments that represent power reversals and that suggest a whole epic story. Make sure you check out Kim-A-Tron's Instagram - it's a great episode. Do it up. Music by Matt Large www.creativepeople-podcast.com
S2 E21 · Wed, September 01, 2021
#83: Marketer: Elaine Decleir: Honest and True Experiences
Back at it and in video with Marketer Elaine Decleir! Elaine humanizes marketing and teaches me a few things along the way. I really enjoyed Elaine's sincere intensity and it was great to hear about her creative and business partnership with previous podcast guest, Robin Lindner. The duo makes up Robin and Elaine and it was nice to get a peek into how these two work through creative challenges. Elaine is great! It's a great time, do it up! Elaine on Instagram Robin and Elaine Music by Sarah, The Illstrumentalist Video Podcast on Youtube www.creativepeople-podcast.com
Bonus · Sat, August 14, 2021
Blog+ Ideas don’t come with a Timestamp: How to identify good ideas, bad ideas, and ideas that you’re not sure what to do with... yet.
Ideas. Aren’t they the best? Is there a sentence as full of possibility as “I have an idea."? They are the beginning of everything. For us creative people, ideas are the name of the game. It’s what we work in. Creative living is having an idea, make an idea happen, over and over again. But things get messy. It’s not as simple as that in reality. Because ideas are like badly labeled seeds. You don’t always get what you’re expecting, or when you’re expecting it. It’s part of the fun. It’s also a massive pain in the ass. Here’s a scenario: 2 Ideas arrive on the same morning. One that you’re not supposed to use for years The other, you’re going to use that afternoon. Both good ideas, intended for very different timelines. But how are we supposed to know? Sometimes we do, it’s obvious. That “idea seed” arrived with a good label. But what about when they don’t? The first step is to figure out if they are good ideas. That’s a whole other blog post. But part of the “bad labeling” thing is that ideas can be a lot of things. Great. Great, but not for right now. Great, but not for you. Bad. Bad, that seems good. Ok. Ok, but the seed of something great could be in there. Good. Good, but seems boring or too much work. Lifechanging. A distraction. A distraction that you need. This whole blog post could be a list of ideas. But that’s the job, sorting through ideas and then pulling them off. The problem is that we can easily misidentify an idea, and start trying to use it in a place it doesn’t fit or at the wrong time. This will burn us out, or depress us. It could lead us to question our intuition or talent. But it might just be you put a “good idea” in the wrong place or you weren’t ready for that idea yet. Here are some of the signs the idea isn’t for right now: You are forcing it. Great ideas don’t need to be forced to work. If you feel like you’re forcing it, stop and reflect. It’s distracting you If it’s taking you away from work that you need to finish, that’s a distraction and it needs to wait. Or, you need to re-evaluate the work. Perhaps that previous idea has run its course. You gotta figure that out. Honesty with yourself is essential here. Because sometimes we SHOULDN’T finish the first project. Sometimes we SHOULDN’T act on a good idea. Only you are really going to know that, and it can take some time to train our intuition to know what to look for. We only get so much time on this planet and you have to narrow down the ideas that you’re going to spend your time on. The flip side is that we are Creative People, we are building a body of work and you don’t have to be perfect. I think we should finish, or bring to an end point, most of our projects. You will learn something by finishing, and if you ca
Bonus · Thu, August 05, 2021
Blog+ CRAZY LIL’ IDEA VEHICLES: Building & Rebuilding Idea Vehicles with green pigs and Creativity
BLOG + is a companion to the creativepeople-blog.com Every creative has been there, deep in the ruins of an idea we were once excited about. We’re might be embarrassed, we’re certainly confused and it could lead to us questioning ourselves as creatives. It’s painful and one of the worst parts of creative life, but what if it’s supposed to be this way? I recently went out on my own, job-wise. I’m Full-Time Creative It’s something I had been planning on, dreaming about, and on July 1st, I did it. Then everything hit the wall. What I had built and the direction I was going, wasn’t working. The buffers I had in place broke, and I was stuck on where to go next. Oh shit, now what? Years ago, this would have crushed me. My mind would say that clearly, I’m a failure and I don’t deserve love or cash for my efforts. I had a black & white perspective on the world and held the dreaded FIXED MINDSET . My mind would tell me that, “If I was any good, this would have been good. And because it’s not, I’m not. “ Back then, I didn’t understand the GROWTH MINDSET and I didn’t have any idea how creativity worked. It stopped me from getting shit done and I was miserable. But now, I’m starting to know better… Here’s what I know now: I know that when I hit a wall, it means that my idea needs to grow. The idea I had before got me this far, but in order to keep going, it needs to die or evolve. It doesn't mean it was a bad idea… it just wasn’t THE BIG IDEA you thought it was. That is ok. Ideas are kind of like the spinoff Pig Game from Angry Birds. Bad Piggies I know, I know, but hear me out. Basically, the rules of Bad Piggies are that you build a crazy vehicle for your pig, then push him down the hill and see if anything survives. That’s exactly what we do with ideas. Gather all the stuff we have around us; our skills, our taste, and the materials that we have access to. Then we build a crazy little IDEA Vehicle with all the parts that seem to work. Next, we push it down the hill of life. Meaning, we put it out into the real world and we see what happens. Now to see if it survives. We observe it to see if it finds an audience or fails miserably. Or worst of all… if it doesn’t do anything at all. Then we’re supposed to adjust. If it doesn’t work the first time, it doesn’t mean you’re a failure or not creative or that you should give up. It means you have to pivot and grow. The things we build with creativity are structures of ideas. Creations we make in our minds and then we bring them into the real world and see if they work. Ideas lead to other ideas and it’s all about growth. It’s this process happening again and again - that is creative living. I had to learn to become ok with a
S2 E20 · Fri, July 16, 2021
#82: Isabelle Poirier: "This is Why We Create"
This week, the wonderfully contagious Isabelle Poirier is on the podcast - Izzy is a creator and founder of the Ottawa Design Club - She sent me a copy of the beautiful semi-annual zine they produce, and... it is like a present from a friend with perfect taste! The two of us talk about how cool it is that we get to create with other people, how her team made their zine through the pandemic, and of course - pantones/kerning. Great one, do it up. Episode links: IP Design Ottawa Design Club Music by _91nova Creative People Design Service www.creativepeople-podcast.com
S2 E19 · Fri, July 09, 2021
#81: Photographer: Taylor Jones: "I Love Sports"
What is the formula for creativity? Is there one? This week's guest, photographer Taylor Jones tells me about his formula for creativity and how it led him to create Dear Photograph. He tells me about his grandfather's 10 Rules for Life and we take a left turn into the world of sports. Back in the studio this week for my excellent chat with Taylor. Do it up! Links: Taylor Jones on Instagram Dear Photograph Music by Dylan Sitts Creative People Design Services www.creativepeople-podcast.com
S2 E18 · Wed, June 16, 2021
#80: Brand Designer: Robin Lindner: "#kwfamous"
This week the podcast is #kwfamous with brand designer Robin Lindner. Robin is one-half of Robin + Elaine (Elaine, you must be on the podcast sometime!), and she is the owner of the most adorable puppy you will ever see. We have a great, giggly time talking Kitchener, what she learned early about failure and her ideal design community. Great one! Find Robin on Instagram Music by Smartface www.creativepeople-podcast.com
S2 E17 · Wed, June 09, 2021
#79: Artist: Allison Poprocks: Get Out to Nature
Sometimes I wonder if this entire podcast is just me getting people together to overthink creativity. Because I love how today's creative person, Allison Poprocks, approaches her work, she doesn’t worry about it. I really enjoy it when people like Allison are on the pod – balance all this overthinking out. Allison is a Kitchener Artist currently residing in her home away from home, Dawson City, Yukon. I love Allison's artwork. For me, it captures the proverbial forest and the beauty of the proverbial trees. Allison tells me about her connection to places, mummified toes, and how she doesn't overthink her creativity. Great one. Check out Allison's artwork Music by Jobii www.creativepeople-podcast.com
S2 E16 · Thu, June 03, 2021
#78: Illustrator: Mel Milton: Buckle Up, here goes Mel
When Mel Milton talks about his love for art, he means the love you have for your family. They can piss you off, but you love them, and you're in this thing together. This week's creative person is illustrator Mel Milton - He is an illustrator from Utah who has worked for Disney and Marvel and 2 volumes of his own "dooks" (listen to find out what that means... haha) Mel and I had a fantastic evening chatting about his long journey to liking himself and how that was the key to finding his artistic voice. He tells me about being homeless and how money and some fame are essential if you want to help other people. Great one. Do it up. Go check out Mel's work Music by Iso Indies www.creativepeople-podcast.com
S2 E15 · Tue, May 25, 2021
#77: Podcasters: Dharma & Mikayla: "Sexy Books"
This week's creative people, Dharma & Mikayla come from the world of theatre. An industry that has been on pause longer than almost every other. So where did these two turn for creative expression? To the strange comforts of smutty books and podcasting. Not Your Mother's Bookclub is a sexy book podcast made by Dharma & Mikayla, and these two are a blast together. Their podcast is like overhearing a hilarious and oddly insightful, inappropriate conversation. Delightful. We had the best time. They tell me how their podcast began, what their parents think, and what they miss about being on stage. Great one! Listen to Not Your Mother’s Bookclub Not Your Mother’s Bookclub on Instagram Music by Yomoti www.creativepeople-podcast.com
S2 E14 · Tue, May 18, 2021
#76: Creativity Coach: Krista Kankula: BOOKCLUB SPECIAL: Seth Godin's The Practice
I had an idea a couple of months ago, I was listening to the book “The Practice” by Seth Godin, and I thought - talking about this book with a fellow creative would make for some fantastic conversation. About that same time, today’s creative person, Krista Kankula was on my radar. She is an artist and creativity coach. The exact kind of person that you’d want to get into a deep conversation about creativity with. I pitched the idea to Krista and we set it up. Today on the podcast Krista and I are sharing our 5 main takeaways from The Practice. How we used them in our creative practice and we get to know Krista a little bit. I love what Krista is up to, creativity coaching is a great idea especially if you want to fastrack your creative output. I have included a link to her website below. Have a good week creative people. Revel in the Mess - Creative Coaching with Krista Music by Snake City www.creativepeople-podcast.com
S2 E13 · Tue, April 27, 2021
#75: Musician: Densil McFarlane: "Different things coming out of my body"
We're 75 episodes into this exploration of creativity and there is no better guest for this little milestone than OBGM's frontman, Densil McFarlane. The OBGM's are a genre-defying punk band out of Toronto, and I'm so glad I got the chance to chat with Dens. This guy knows what's up. We chat about his approach to rock music, branching from his refreshing take on being respectful but not projecting too much of what you love. He tells me how he completely changed his creative approach 2 years ago, and how he's creatively strong now. I love it. great chat. Listen to The Ends https://theobgms.com/ Music for this episode by Bonker Beat Club www.creativepeople-podcast.com
S2 E12 · Tue, April 20, 2021
#74: Marketer & Coach: Joshua Harris: "The Full Spectrum of Color"
This week on the pod I'm talking creativity, leaving Christianity, and marketing with Joshua Harris. Josh has a very interesting story, regardless of your views of Christianity. He was 21 when he published "I Kissed Dating Goodbye", a book that exploded and became a literal "Tipping Point" in Christian culture. Fast forward 20+ years - Josh has self unpublished all of his books, left Pastoring and Christianity, and now runs a marketing agency and coaches. What happened in those 20 years and what was it like for him to wrestle his own creations? Josh's books filtered down to me and had a pretty major effect on me then, in ways that I'm still sorting out now. We get into that a bit in our convo, at least in the ways that it overlaps with creativity. I really admire Josh's commitment to authenticity and being true to his convictions. The ways that his journey has affected his creativity and I love how he has dissected not only "his why", but how the culture he grew up in influenced his work. https://joshharris.com/ Music by Iso Indie www.creativepeople-podcast.com
S2 E11 · Mon, April 12, 2021
#73: Photographer: Ariana del Mundo: "You have these talents, you might as well use them"
Today I am chatting with brand and wedding photographer Arana Del Mundo. I love Ariana's photos, her vibe and passion are contagious and I think you're going to love this chat. She had some excellent insights on rest - and how it makes the work better. How she creates an emotional creative space for the clients that she works with and why she doesn't want to do just 1 thing. Great one. Check out her Instagram https://arianadelmundo.com/links Music for this episode by _91novie www.creativepeople-podcast.com
S2 E10 · Mon, March 29, 2021
#72: Doc-Filmmaker: Jackson Rowe: "Am I being honest? Am I being funny?"
Hey creative people! This week I'm chatting with doc-filmmaker / comedian Jackson Rowe. Jackson just released his new docuseries called For Heaven's Sake - you can catch that on CBC Gem or Paramount+ now. I loved getting to know Jackson a bit! He tells me about his journey through The Second City, what guides his choices and how he approaches comedy and creative projects. Great chat, do it up! Music by Jobbii Watch For Heaven's Sake on CBC Gem Jackson Rowe is a Canadian comedian, writer and filmmaker from Toronto. After studying English at Wilfrid Laurier University, he enrolled in The Second City where he excelled in both the standup program and the improvisation conservatory program where he was nominated for the coveted Tim Sims Award. He is one third of the comedy trio Trophy Husbands who’s award winning material has been featured on Amazon Prime, Funny or Die, JFL, Huffington Post and more, amassing millions of views online. About For Heaven’s Sake CBS All Access, ViacomCBS’ digital subscription video on-demand and live streaming service, today announced a new series order for comedic documentary series FOR HEAVEN’S SAKE, created by and starring Mike Mildon and Jackson Rowe (“Trophy Husbands”). Mildon and Rowe will also executive produce alongside Tony Yacenda and Dan Perrault (“American Vandal”), Joe Farrell (Funny Or Die) as well as Jonas Prupas and Courtney Dobbins (Muse Entertainment). The series will be directed by Tim Johnson (“Virginia 12th”). FOR HEAVEN’S SAKE blends comedy and crime documentary formats for a unique take on uncovering the truth. The series will follow the search for Harold Heaven, who mysteriously disappeared from his remote cabin in Ontario, Canada, in the winter of 1934. While local police searched the nearby woods and dredged the adjacent lake, Harold was never found nor heard from again. The case was unceremoniously closed as a likely suicide. 85 years later, his great-great-nephew, Mike, attempts to solve this coldest of cold cases, with the help of his extended family and true-crime-obsessed best friend, Jackson. “The true-crime genre may never be the same as best friends Mike and Jackson rely on their real-life bond and total lack of crime-solving experience to try and figure out what happened to Mike’s great-great uncle Harold,” said Julie McNamara, Executive Vice President & Head of Programming, CBS All Access. “We couldn’t be in better hands than with this hilarious duo, ‘American Vandal’s’ brilliant Tony and Dan at the helm as executive producers, alongside the tremendous teams at Muse Entertainment and Funny Or Die, as we continue to expand our comedy slate.”. <a href='https://www.
S2 E9 · Mon, March 22, 2021
#71: Design Director: Raj Sidhu: "I want to be part of whatever this is"
This week I'm talking to design director Raj Sidhu - Raj talks to me about his years being a graphic designer, having to learn to speak "business" and standing up for the value of design. Are you a creative who feels like they have trouble focusing their ideas? Or a creative person who doesn't do a "creative job"? I think you'd really enjoy this episode! Music for this week's episode was by Toby Tranter and Smartface The podcast is produced by Ryan Leacock www.creativepeople-podcast.com
S2 E8 · Mon, March 15, 2021
#70: Photographer: Justin Atkins: "An imaginative and sparkly life"
This week I enter the world of Justin Atkins. Justin is a photographer and artist who's work is bold and vibrant. I loved getting to know Justin, hearing about his an set alter-ego, hearing about his process, and being jealous of his high school experience. Great one. Do it up! Justin Atkins on Instagram Music for this episode was by Bonkers Beat Club Episode #19: Photographer: Hilary Gauld Camilleri - "Head, Heart, Gut" www.creativepeople-podcast.com
S2 E7 · Mon, March 08, 2021
#69: Punk Band: Bad Waitress: "Shut the F**k up, Ryan!"
Bad Waitress takes over the podcast and tells me about how they capture their delightful brand of chaos, why they are drawn to punk and raw music and I try to keep up. They are the best and this episode is a blast. Buckle up, it's a lot. Listen to Pre Post-Period Blues www.creativepeople-podcast.com
S2 E6 · Mon, March 01, 2021
#68: Street Photographer: Matthew Anson: Capturing Time
This week I am chatting with Los Angeles street photographer Matthew Anson - I love Matt's photos, he captures LA in a way that I really connect with and I'm so glad I got to meet and chat with him a bit. Matt and I talk (defend) tumblr, talk about what he has learned about the world taking photos on the streets, and what happens after we die. Great chat. Do it up. Please subscribe and review the podcast. Thanks guys. Check out Matt's photos on tumblr Check out Matt's photos on instagram Ryan's Weekend Wars tumblr Follow the Creative People Podcast on Instagram www.creativepeople-podcast.com
S2 E5 · Tue, February 16, 2021
#67: Tattoo Artist: Anna Matheson - "There is room for this"
This week I am chatting with tattoo artist Anna Matheson. She talks about opening her shop right before the pandemic, finding her lane and, tattooing stories! Anna is a delight and I had the best time chatting with her. Check out Anna's Instagram to see all her lovely work! Has the pandemic changed how you view art? I'd love to hear your story. DM the pod on social or via the website with your story, www.creativepeople-podcast.com
S2 E4 · Mon, February 08, 2021
#66: Alt-music Artist: Mandolynne: "It's that easy, kids"
This week I'm chatting with alt-music artist, Mandolynne. The two of us chat about working through pain, being positive but anti-good vibes only, and Lady Gaga! Mandolynne tells me about the role music has played in helping her work through a tough past, and how she free-writes every day. Gooood one. Listen to The Pines by Mandolynne www.creativepeople-podcast.com
S2 E3 · Mon, February 01, 2021
#65: Lego Artist: Jonathan Farrell: "Letting go is wisdom"
Hey creative people! Got a great one this week. Lego artist, (And former video game tester) Jonathan Farrell is sharing his incredible perspective on following your dreams, letting go of your dreams, and finding peace in the middle. Do it up. Check out Jonathan's incredible Lego art on Instagram: Music by PandaRaps Creative Confessions www.creativepeople-podcast.com
S2 E2 · Mon, January 25, 2021
#64: Illustrator: Julie Campbell: "I'm trying but it's not cute yet"
This week I'm chatting mental health and Pokémon with illustrator Julie Campbell. Julie, or Jushmu, is an artist that makes cute and colourful pins, prints, and stickers, and it was an absolute pleasure to get to know her. We talk about how creativity and anxiety often go hand and hand, being complicated and drawing cute girls for cute girls' sake. Great episode! Check out Julie's shop Music for the podcast was created by Jobii Got a creative confession? www.creativepeople-podcast.com
S2 E1 · Mon, January 18, 2021
#63: Artist: Joss Monzon - "Memento Mori"
Back at it with season 2 and we hit the ground running with a great one. Artist, creative director, and VR preacher - Joss Monzon in on the podcast this week, and the two of us get into all things beautiful and brutal. Music by Matt Large check out Joss on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jossmonzon/ www.creativepeople-podcast.com
Bonus · Thu, December 31, 2020
2021: Now what?
I don't know how your 2020 went, and it doesn't matter anymore. It's 2021, now what are we going to do next? I have a couple of thoughts on where we're at, and our creative mindset going into the new year. I hope you find them encouraging. Happy New Year Creative People! www.creativepeople-podcast.com
S1 E62 · Mon, December 21, 2020
#62: Baker: Lenore Johnson - "I'm not a Creative, I'm the Good-at-Math Kid"
Buckle up because we're going out with a bang! This week I am joined by baker and firecracker Lenore Johnson and I'm just holding on. haha Lenore Johnson owns Lenjo Bakes right here the pod's hometown, Kitchener Ontario. (Check out the shop) Lenore and I barely talk about creativity but we also actually talk pretty much only about creative living. I love Lenore's perspective and her principles - she had some excellent things to share about what she has learned working in kitchens all over the world. How she came to her own creativity and why she thinks baking isn't all that complicated. Great one to end the season! Thank you for supporting the pod this year, it has been an honour to make a podcast about creativity and I can't wait for what's next. www.creativepeople-podcast.com
S1 E61 · Mon, December 14, 2020
#61: Self-Portrait Artist: Soli Stardust - "I wanted to be in magazines..."
Got a good one for you today! Soli Stardust joins me on the podcast this week! Soli is a self-portrait artist who's Instagram is the actual coolest! Her whole aesthetic is to die for and she was so great to talk to. For two people without a bunch in common, I completely related to how she approaches her creativity, and the highs and lows of that. Check Soli Stardust out on Instagram If you get anything out of this episode, laugh or even feel a little less alone - please subscribe and give the podcast a review. I'd love to hear what you thought of the episode, reach out on social media at https://www.instagram.com/creativepeople.podcast/ www.creativepeople-podcast.com
S1 E60 · Mon, December 07, 2020
#60: Ceramic Artist: Sarah Hebert - "Bodies of Clay"
This week on the pod we are talking with ceramic artist Sarah Hebert of Bodies of Clay. Sarah makes beautiful pottery that is body positive and wonderful. We talk about the needs of different creatives, our wonderful meat suits, and the word fat. Sarah is great, I think you're going to love this episode. Find Bodies of Clay on Insta: https://www.instagram.com/bodiesofclay/ If you get anything out of this episode, laugh or even feel a little less alone - please subscribe and give the podcast a review. I'd love to hear what you thought of the episode, reach out on social media at https://www.instagram.com/creativepeople.podcast/ www.creativepeople-podcast.com
S1 E59 · Mon, November 23, 2020
#59: Designer: Katie Grant "I like saying spicy things"
I've got a great one for you this week, the lovely Katie Grant of Extra Soft co is on the pod. Katie is a designer who works in tech by day, and makes cute / crass designs by night. Art and tech have been coming up a lot lately, Katie and I get into how tech has affected her outlook on design. We also talk about feedback, how to give it, and why it can be so important. I wish I was as good at feedback as Katie is. Great talk, hit play, and then head over to the socials to let me know what you think. Find Katie on social at @extrasoft.co Music for the podcast was created by Dylan Sitts www.creativepeople-podcast.com
S1 E58 · Mon, November 16, 2020
#58: Music Producer: Big Soda - "But why does it sound good?"
Hey, buds! How's the work? Today on the podcast I'm talking with music producer, Big Soda. Man, this guy has some great thoughts on creativity. We chat about the artistic limits of technology, working with collaborators, and how smell is similar to aesthetic. Great guy, solid chat. Check it out. Check out Big Soda on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/7ENfRZiE7M0UyMrpCXAedq?si=evMaZ5e5Ry6YIXTxdcE4Sg https://www.instagram.com/the_real_big_soda/ www.creativepeople-podcast.com
S1 E57 · Mon, November 09, 2020
#57: Country Artists: Eric Ethridge & Kalsey Kulyk - Love on the Road
Hey Creative People, this week I'm chatting with country music artists Eric Ethridge & Kalsey Kulyk. Kalsey and Eric tell me about their life in country music pre/post Covid, and about their new project "Love on the Road". I know next to nothing about country music but what we lack in music overlap we make up for connection over creativity and how the two of them interact with it. These two are driven, positive, and crazy cute together. Great chat. Have a good week buds. Keep making. - RL Oh PS: There was an issue with the audio - that's been fixed. https://ericethridge.com/ https://kalseykulyk.com/ "Self-made singer songwriter Eric Ethridge is making his way across North America connecting with audiences and living out his wildest dreams. With an undoubtedly unique path, this past year has seen him pivot from a profession as a doctor to full-time country artist. Still practicing when he released his first self-titled EP, which features his breakout single debut, “If You Met Me First,” the ability to express himself creatively was what always gave him the most joy. “To me, a successful life is doing something you love while changing people’s lives for the better while doing it.”" " "My friends say I make people cry. I don’t want to make anyone cry, I just want to make them feel something." Kalsey Kulyk's effortlessly bright and unmistakable vocal, paired with thought-provoking lyrics and overall messaging, is something most songwriters never master. “After my parents’ divorce, my dad would listen to ‘ Nobody Knows It But Me, ’ by Kevin Sharp, over and over again. I knew exactly what he was feeling without him telling me what he was feeling. That’s when I knew what music could do for people. That’s what I want to do for people.”" "Eric Ethridge and Kalsey Kulyk though solo artists in their own right, Eric and Kalsey are also married, and due to the pandemic decided to make the move back to Canada from Nashville, fix up a van and take their talents cross-country, filming it all for their forthcoming digital series “Love On The Road”. " www.creativepeople-podcast.com
S1 E56 · Mon, November 02, 2020
#56: Content Creator: Caitlin Mulroney - "My Tech Wardrobe"
This week on the podcast I am joined by Caitlin Mulroney aka My Tech Wardrobe. Caitlin is a content creator on Instagram and YouTube. We talk about how her approach to fashion was to first fulfill a need, and how she's taking advantage of a tough year. She talks about the things that make her laugh about creating content and the freedom just going for it. Great one. https://www.instagram.com/mytechwardrobe/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChp3nXA-lNYhB8ev066rZKw/featured www.creativepeople-podcast.com
S1 E55 · Mon, October 26, 2020
Artist: My Pet Skeleton - Halloween EP - "Fit into my Universe"
#55: Happy Halloween creative people. We have the perfect guest for our Halloween episode. Artist My Pet Skeleton is joining us on the podcast today. I loved talking to Vince, you guys are in for a treat. He has a fantastic perspective on digital artwork, hope, and collaborating with happy accidents. My Pet Skeleton has done so much work in so many mediums, he brought all of that and more to our convo. It's a great episode, do it up. "Vincent Marcone, aka mY pEt sKeLeTOn, is an Emmy and Juno award winning graphic artist and film maker... also a core member of the band Johnny Hollow." https://www.mypetskeleton.com/ https://www.instagram.com/theartofmypetskeleton/ www.creativepeople-podcast.com
S1 E54 · Mon, October 19, 2020
#54: Director: Jonathan Milott - "The blank page is the enemy"
This week I'm talking with director Jonathan Milott. Jon and his partner Cary have directed 3 features; Cooties, Bushwick, and Becky. Becky had a bit of a weird rollout thanks to Covid, that's one of the things Jon and I dig into. Along with our love of film, how his creative partnership works, and the long road to success. Good one, do it up. https://www.instagram.com/caryandjon/?hl=en https://www.imdb.com/name/nm5732579/?ref_=tt_ov_dr Music by David Gregory: https://open.spotify.com/artist/7tjJNWWBF3UbkUWQJDPYlL www.creativepeople-podcast.com
S1 E53 · Tue, October 13, 2020
#53: Artist: Luke Swinson - "Reclaim my Culture"
This week on the pod we are talking with artist Luke Swinson! Luke was a treat to talk to and honestly we kind of hit on everything I want this show to be about. We get into it about growing up in a creative family and how he is reclaiming his culture. He tells me about how sometimes he just needs to crash and we nerd out about movies a little. Great one, do it up! https://www.instagram.com/lukeswinsonart/?hl=en Music by Matt Large: https://open.spotify.com/artist/107WzwlsOTR6Nxnw2kPHd3 www.creativepeople-podcast.com
S1 E52 · Mon, October 05, 2020
#52: Artist: Daniel Anstett - "Chaos & Order"
This week on the podcast I'm chatting with Daniel Anstett, The Dead Ant, a collage artist in the Waterloo Region. I'm a sucker for a good collage & I love Daniel's work! We talk about all the pieces that go into his pieces, fixing cracks, and the ideal creative situation. Do it up! Find The Dead Ant at: https://www.thedeadant.com/ https://www.instagram.com/thedeadant/ Music this week by Sarah the Illstrumentalist: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCp57MJpe_BxdrbHNR3Q8HMA www.creativepeople-podcast.com
S1 E51 · Mon, September 28, 2020
#51: Writer / Illustrator: Hope Larson - "Butt-In-The-Chair Person"
This week on the pod I am talking with Writer / Illustrator Hope Larson. Hope has won multiple Eisner Award winner, she worked on Batgirl over at DC and she just released her newest book, All Together Now. We had a great chat, Hope has a great perspective on creativity, getting your butt in the chair and doing your work and I loved her take on bagged milk. Good one, do it up. https://twitter.com/hopelarson?s=20 https://www.amazon.com/All-Together-Now-Eagle-Rock/dp/0374311625 Music by Matt Large: https://open.spotify.com/artist/107WzwlsOTR6Nxnw2kPHd3 www.creativepeople-podcast.com
S1 E50 · Mon, September 14, 2020
#50: Creative Director: Erin Martin: "I'm going to make this work"
Episode 50! This week on the pod we're chatting with Erin Martin - Erin is a creative director & co-owner of Him&Her located here in Kitchener-Waterloo. Erin is a delight and it was great to hear about her creative journey, starting something with angst and paying our dues. Great one, check it out! https://www.instagram.com/emart1n/ https://www.instagram.com/himherinc/ https://www.himandher.ca/ Music created by Dusty Decks: https://open.spotify.com/artist/5mWkhlLhHU9FKT8vU8lBIR www.creativepeople-podcast.com
S1 E49 · Tue, September 08, 2020
#49: Creative Director: Ryan Antooa - "Door #2, for sure"
This weekend we're talking to Creative Director Ryan Antooa. Ryan is a multitalented graphic designer, photographer, and poet. We talk about his creative journey and some of the tough love that he got along the way. He talks about the importance of rest and on the flip side, having to work twice as hard - while I reflect on my laziness. Double Ryan's for ya this week, do it up! https://www.ryanantooa.com/ https://www.instagram.com/ryananto Music created by Pro Reese: https://open.spotify.com/artist/2YX3WWFoX00xwib269oZ0P www.creativepeople-podcast.com
S1 E48 · Mon, August 31, 2020
#48: Musician: Brighid Fry - "Moscow Apartment"
#48: This week on the pod I'm talking to one half of Toronto based duo, Moscow Apartment, the lovely Brighid Fry. Moscow Apartment hit the music scene with a bang and have just released their second EP, Better Daughter. I had a great time talking with Brighid about her partnership with Pascale, demanding a violin, and balancing her music with highschool. Great chat! Find Moscow Apartment online: https://www.moscowapartment.ca/ https://open.spotify.com/artist/2IwSOO9bV4ZwvpnNk9f6lN https://www.instagram.com/moscowapt/ Moscow Apartment bio: Moscow Apartment create lush, folk imbued indie rock that is interwoven with the timeless and perceptive writing of singer-songwriters Brighid Fry and Pascale Padilla. The harmonious teenage duo released their sophomore EP, Better Daughter (Hidden Pony Records) on July 10th, 2020. The EP presents an evolution of their sound from acoustic beginnings to the freedom they now enjoy playing live in a full band, which is translated in Better Daughter’s layered arrangements. 2017 marked the release of Moscow Apartment’s acclaimed self-titled debut EP that turned industry heads and won them a Toronto Independent Music Award and a Canadian Folk Music Award. The following year they clinched a Canadian Songwriting Contest prize and won Slaight Music’s ‘It’s Your Shot’ songwriting contest and its $100,000 grand prize in artist development. Fry and Padilla have spent the intervening years touring and developing their skills as producers and writers, receiving guidance from the likes of Broken Social Scene’s Kevin Drew and Grammy-winner Chin Injeti. The duo produced Better Daughter in collaboration with Grammy winner Vance Powell (who produced Two Timer) and long time collaborator Guillermo Subauste, who assisted in bringing a poetic and multilayered collection of songs to life. Tackling subjects which range from internalized misogyny to the complicated nature of adolescence, the new E.P continues to bring electric crunch to indie folk. Music for the podcast today was created by Matt Large: https://open.spotify.com/artist/107WzwlsOTR6Nxnw2kPHd3 www.creativepeople-podcast.com
S1 E47 · Mon, August 24, 2020
#47: Maker: Melissa Daw - "It's fun to work"
#47: This week on the podcast I'm talking with leather maker Melissa Daw. Melissa makes beautiful works with leather, she is also a podcast co-host and a homeschooler. We talk all about her creative work, how she came to creativity, and how that affects how she's raising her own kids. Great chat, do it up! Check out Melissa's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/melcoleather/ Music for the podcast was created by Dusty Decks: https://open.spotify.com/artist/5mWkhlLhHU9FKT8vU8lBIR www.creativepeople-podcast.com
S1 E46 · Mon, August 17, 2020
#46: Pixel Artist: Maxwell Step - "Fresh & Old"
This week on the podcast I'm chatting with Montreal based Pixel Artist Maxwell Step. Maxwell tells us all about his work, what it's like to be a creative in Montreal. We get into it a bit on vegan food and the connection we can have via language. Good one, do it up! https://www.instagram.com/maxwell.stepart/ https://maxwellstep.threadless.com/ Please review the podcast & screenshot your review. Email that to info@creativepeople-podcast.com and we will send you free merch! If you've reviewed the podcast in the past - let us know and we'll send you some free swag. Music for the pod was created by Matt Large: https://open.spotify.com/artist/107WzwlsOTR6Nxnw2kPHd3 www.creativepeople-podcast.com
S1 E45 · Mon, August 10, 2020
#45: Musician: Laura Sones - "Extensions of Me"
This week on the podcast I'm chatting with musician Laura Sones - Laura is part of the band 12 Mile Island and it was so nice to talk with her about her music and the bands that she plays in. We get into it about her unexpected reaction to things slowing down because of covid, gardening, and watching things grow. We had such a nice chat! https://www.instagram.com/lorsones/ https://www.instagram.com/12mileislandband/ https://www.instagram.com/smackjive/ https://www.instagram.com/tnbskapunk/ Here's a great little article about 12 Mile Island: https://communityedition.ca/not-just-roommates-12-mile-island/ Music for the podcast was created by Justnormal: https://open.spotify.com/artist/2YCz7aHoRoAZ435UDLOKOs www.creativepeople-podcast.com
S1 E44 · Mon, August 03, 2020
#44: Artist: Trisha Abe - "A conversation between me and the canvas"
This week on the podcast I'm chatting with Waterloo Region artist Trisha Abe. In the relatively short time that Trisha has been working as an artist, she has made a big impact and has made a style all her own. Trisha and I have a great time about her pivoting from science to art, restricting influences, and getting our heads around the business side of being a creative. Great one, do it up! https://www.trishaabe.com/ Find Trisha on Insta: https://www.instagram.com/trishaabe/ Music for the episode was created by Jobii: https://open.spotify.com/artist/2MGL4XU2LCJC47c7VvSwu www.creativepeople-podcast.com
S1 E43 · Tue, July 28, 2020
#43: Rapper - Pandaraps - "This isn't important but here it is"
This week I get to talk with rapper Pandaraps. We get into how his music comes together, working with other people, and aiming for decent. I've been using Pandaraps tunes on the podcast for a while now and I was really looking forward to chatting with him. Check it out. Find Pandaraps on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/62vq9yQAS5AoJMOZ95Gwpc www.creativepeople-podcast.com
S1 E42 · Sat, July 25, 2020
#42: Boudoir Photographer - Katie Refling - "How to Look Good Naked"
This weekend on the podcast I'm chatting with boudoir photographer Katie Refling. She tells me about how she went from haunted ghost tours to shooting for the show How to Look Good Naked. Katie has an interesting view on photography and people feel about their bodies - she shares all that and more with us on the podcast today. Good one, do it up! https://www.instagram.com/katiereflingphotography/ https://www.katierefling.com/ https://www.etsy.com/ca/shop/EverKindred Music for the podcast was created by Blue Steel: https://www.epidemicsound.com/artists/blue-steel Check out my chat on the Todd Donald Show: https://open.spotify.com/episode/2fnDucgxtCIrmXbr6F4swr?si=RBiRMSaAQYWj4OYxZeUifA www.creativepeople-podcast.com
S1 E41 · Tue, July 21, 2020
#41: Pastor - Paul Dunk: "Faith & Reason are Friends"
This week on the pod we head to church with a local pastor, Paul Dunk. He is the minster at KW Redeemer and it was really great to get some insights into everything from being a pastor to stand up comedy. Paul has a really unique perspective and I think you're going to enjoy our chat. Find KW Redeemer at: https://kwredeemer.com/ And for some more info on Paul and his journey, check out this blog post. The Anatomy Of The Prosperity ‘Gospel: https://kwredeemer.com/2019/12/the-anatomy-of-the-prosperity-gospel/ Music for the podcast was created by Pandaraps, Smartface & Big Soda: https://open.spotify.com/artist/62vq9yQAS5AoJMOZ95Gwpc www.creativepeople-podcast.com
S1 E40 · Sat, July 18, 2020
#40: Event Producer - Amit Mehta - "I just want to do cool shit"
This weekend I get to chat with Good Company Productions founder Amit Mehta. We have a great chat about all the interesting and outside the box Good Co is doing and then we get into the nitty-gritty on creativity and how we approach it. Really, really interesting chat! https://goodcompanyproductions.ca/ Music for the podcast was created by Yellowbase: https://open.spotify.com/artist/08RrRBdcoplP0QFGopcJfC www.creativepeople-podcast.com
S1 E39 · Tue, July 14, 2020
#39: Rock Band: Stuck on Planet Earth - "Love, Lust, Loss"
#39: Today on the podcast I'm talking with Toronto rock band, Stuck on Planet Earth. The boys tell me all about their new album Beautiful Nowhere, finding their sound and going out there and making some new fans. We had a good time. https://www.stuckonplanetearth.com/ Music for the podcast was created by Dylan Sitts: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6quCxsPM8fOxowmqOx5j93 www.creativepeople-podcast.com
S1 E38 · Sat, July 11, 2020
#38: Baker: Chantelle Villeneuve - "Baking Scientist"
This weekend on the podcast we have baker Chantelle Villeneuve from my favourite local bakery https://bonapatreat.shop/ - We chat about the family ties of baking, how she's actually a scientist and everyone having a voice. Good one, check it out. www.creativepeople-podcast.com
S1 E37 · Tue, July 07, 2020
#37: Dancer: Amelia Lowe - "Beyond So You Think You Can Dance"
This week on the pod we have dancer Amelia Lowe! Amelia was on season 9 of So You Think You Can Dance, which I'm a big fan of. It was so great to chat with Amelia about what life was like before the show, during the show and all the things she's been up to since the show. She tells us about her little demon and dancing around her apartment in quarantine. Great one, do it up! https://www.instagram.com/ameliamaelowe/ Amelia Lowe bio: Amelia Lowe is most famously known for her time on So You Think You Can Dance Season 9 as a member of their top 20. In addition to this she made it into the top 12, allowing her the opportunity to perform across the country with the So You Think You Can Dance tour. Since her time on the show, Amelia has appeared as a principal dancer in episodes of Boardwalk Empire and Marvelous Mrs. Maisel. She's also been featured in multiple commercials including a nationwide commercial for Wendy's, Target, the New York Stock Exchange, General Electric and American Express. Amelia got the chance to be a featured dancer at the premiere for The Great Gatsby. She has performed for emerging choreographer, Lindsay Nelko at the Capezio Ace Awards and Warren Carlysle at the Fred and Adele Astaire Awards. She is currently living in New York and dancing for fellow So You Think You Can Dance alum, Ellenore Scott in Ellenore's up and coming company, ELSCO. Music for the podcast was created by Damma Beatz: https://open.spotify.com/artist/00WEbQMBzMtwbccrSjQwhJ www.creativepeople-podcast.com
S1 E36 · Sat, July 04, 2020
#36: Illustrator: Andrew Kolb - "Secret Societies & Demons on Earth"
This weekend on the podcast I'm chatting with Illustrator Andrew Kolb. Man, I had a great time with Andrew - you have probably seen his work at your local bookstore - his credits include Edmund Unravels, & Spider-Man Swings through Europe. Andrew and I had a great chat about scaring kids, the publishing world & the things that we love in life. Great one, do it up! https://www.kolbisneat.com/ https://www.instagram.com/kolbisneat/ Music for the podcast was recorded by Xavy Rusan: https://open.spotify.com/artist/5PfyuVXesLYRkvnPVVaGTA www.creativepeople-podcast.com
S1 E35 · Tue, June 30, 2020
#35: Playwright: Douglas Lyons - "Cooking the Work"
#35: This week on the podcast I'm talking with Broadway actor, lyricist and playwright Douglas Lyons. Douglas has been in a bunch of shows including Book of Morman and Beautiful: The Carol King Musical. He also wrote Polkadots: The Cool Kids Musical & Five Points. It was a pleasure to talk to Douglas and have him make fun of my Canadian accent. Great chat! http://douglaslyons.net/ https://www.instagram.com/chocolatehipster/ Music for the podcast was created by Sarah, the Illstrumentalist: https://open.spotify.com/artist/4D8x1OO5HeS7yQaSoSbAc6 www.creativepeople-podcast.com
S1 E34 · Sat, June 27, 2020
#34: Model: Kayla Adams - "Posing & Thrifting"
This weekend on the podcast we're talking with Dallas model, Kayla Adams. She tells about what it's like to be a model, working with other creatives, and about her passion for thrifting and how that relates to the environment. Find Kayla on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kaylanadams/ Music for this episode was recorded by Yomoti: https://open.spotify.com/artist/1QybrBtERg1gUpJxwRelUC www.creativepeople-podcast.com
S1 E33 · Tue, June 23, 2020
#33: Artist: Stephanie Boutari: "Architecture through Painting"
#33: This week on the podcast I'm talking to artist Stephanie Boutari - Stephanie makes these incredible murals (and oversized birds) - we talk colour, zebras, country living, and interacting with the public. Good chat! Check out her Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stephboutari/ Music for the podcast was created by Osoku: https://open.spotify.com/artist/7tGFPYtcRKqkiEYu9ryCcl www.creativepeople-podcast.com
S1 E32 · Sat, June 20, 2020
#32: Improviser: Haley Kallett - "Yes, and"
This weekend on the podcast I get to talk to improviser, Haley Kellett. Haley is the Improv Incubator Director with The Making Box out of Guelph, Ontario. I love, love comedy and it was a treat to talk to Haley not only about comedy, and improv - but also failure, anxiety, and working with other people. We had a great chat! https://www.themakingbox.ca/ Find Haley & The Making Box on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themakingbox/ https://www.instagram.com/hjkellett/ Music for the episode was created by Jobii: https://open.spotify.com/artist/2MGL4XU2LCJC47c7VvSwuE www.creativepeople-podcast.com
S1 E31 · Tue, June 16, 2020
#31: Cosplayers: Alicia, Ariana, Erica, Megan & Dana - "Sounds Crazy, Let's Do It"
This week on the podcast I'm talking with cosplayers: Alicia, Ariana, Erica, Megan & Dana. We have a great chat about the good & the bad parts of fandom, their group friendship and connections with kids & childhood. Good one! Find them on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kwmarvelousgirls/ https://www.instagram.com/aliciaofwonderland/ https://www.instagram.com/ariana.katelyn.m/ https://www.instagram.com/thatvalkyriegirl/ https://www.instagram.com/ericaadam/ https://www.instagram.com/daycosplay/ Music for the podcast was created by Jobii and Dylan Sitts: https://open.spotify.com/artist/2MGL4XU2LCJC47c7VvSwuE www.creativepeople-podcast.com
S1 E30 · Sat, June 13, 2020
#30: Songwriter: JP Sunga - "Legacy"
This weekend on the podcast I'm chatting with songwriter JP Sunga - JP just released the second single off his forthcoming album and it was great to chat with him in the middle of the album making process. We had a great chat about how resilient creativity is, seasons of creativity (or lack thereof), and what we want to leave for our kids. Good chat! Find JP Sunga on all the things: Site: https://www.jpsunga.com/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/jpsungamusic/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/jpsungaofficial YT: https://www.youtube.com/user/jpsunga Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/3ulsdxopP7QW5NU7KUy53E?si=_afvEL-vQLKXB5Oe4aHRqg Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/jp-sunga/1492078372 Music for the episode by Aldous Young: https://open.spotify.com/artist/2Pq49UwbHUkQwUYpq6YDVx www.creativepeople-podcast.com
S1 E29 · Tue, June 09, 2020
#29: Digital Creator: Mariangelica Forero - "Honest Hustle"
Today on the podcast I'm joined by Mariangelica Forero of Honest Hustle - a one-stop-shop for digital marketing, creative services and content creation. Mariangelica had a great chat about work, enneagrams, and how lucky we are to be creatives! Great one! https://www.honesthustle.ca/ www.listbuilderbootcamp.com https://www.truity.com/test/enneagram-personality-test https://www.enneagraminstitute.com/type-descriptions Music by Matt Large: https://open.spotify.com/artist/107WzwlsOTR6Nxnw2kPHd3 www.creativepeople-podcast.com
S1 E28 · Sat, June 06, 2020
#28: Writer: Lee Sipes - "Chopper in Your Kitchen"
#28: This weekend I chat with writer & biker Lee Sipes. We get into it on all things motorcycles and the culture that comes along with them. It was a great chat learning about a culture I knew very little about, and how creativity interacts with it. Good one. Find Lee on social media: https://www.instagram.com/panheadjebus/?hl=en Music by Sarah, the Illstrumentalist: https://open.spotify.com/artist/4D8x1OO5HeS7yQaSoSbAc6 www.creativepeople-podcast.com
S1 E27 · Wed, June 03, 2020
#27: Producer: Katie Parkes - "Human Stories"
This week on the podcast I am talking with producer, Katie Parkes. Katie is a creative production lead with the Shopify+ Marketing Team - she has worked on a bunch of films in a variety of ways including a couple with me. Katie and I talk about her life growing up as a figure skater and how she fell in love with film. Lots of good stuff in this one! Music for the podcast was created by Yomoti: https://open.spotify.com/artist/1QybrBtERg1gUpJxwRelUC www.creativepeople-podcast.com
S1 E26 · Sat, May 30, 2020
#26: Writer: Beth Bowles: "HMV Girl"
Today on the podcast I'm talking with writer Beth Bowles. She has written for Vice, Noisey, Exclaim!, and The Globe and Mail. Beth and I chat about record stores, telling other people's stories, empathy and more! Great chat! Find Beth on social media: https://www.instagram.com/bethbowles_/ Music for this podcast was created by Iso Indies: https://www.epidemicsound.com/artists/iso-indies www.creativepeople-podcast.com
S1 E25 · Tue, May 26, 2020
#25: Podcaster: Kurt Sasso - "Bring Out the Story"
This week on the podcast I'm joined by podcaster, Kurt Sasso of Two Geeks Talking. We get into it about the logical side and the creative side of the brain and trying to find a balance in our work with both. Kurt has been podcasting for almost 12 years and it was great to talk with him as someone who is just starting out! Oh, and it's our 25th episode! Find Kurt on social media at: https://www.instagram.com/kurtsasso/ http://tgtmedia.com/ Music for the podcast today was created by Bonkers Beat Club: https://open.spotify.com/artist/4iOBGfQcQnaCbchbsOdEQx www.creativepeople-podcast.com
S1 E24 · Sat, May 23, 2020
#24: Musician: Tessa Jennison - "Singing Christmas Gram"
This weekend on the podcast, I get to talk to Musician Tessa Jennison, who is part of the band The Short Films. We talked about her creative process, a documentary she is working on, and finding comfort in sad music. Good chat. http://www.theshortfilms.com/ Music for today's podcast was created by Pandaraps: https://open.spotify.com/artist/62vq9yQAS5AoJMOZ95Gwpc Guustavv : https://open.spotify.com/artist/4ztOXfl03SlHkzRIsrvWmX www.creativepeople-podcast.com
S1 E23 · Tue, May 19, 2020
#23: Singer/Songwriter: Paige Warner - "Surrounded by Music"
Today on the podcast I'm joined by Paige Warner - she is a singer songwriter and all around lovely person! It was great to talk to her about songwriting, streaming and not skipping steps in the creative process. Good talk, do it up! https://www.paigewarner.ca/ https://www.instagram.com/paigewarnermusic/ "Paige Warner is a singer-songwriter who favours soul-stirring lyrics paired with catchy melodies and hints of contemporary R&B. She is skilled with more than just her captivating voice, often accompanying herself with piano, guitar, or ukulele. Her debut EP “Revealed” showcases her recipe of intimate lyricism combined with vibey sounds." Music for the podcast created by Dylan Sitts: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6quCxsPM8fOxowmqOx5j93 www.creativepeople-podcast.com
S1 E22 · Sat, May 16, 2020
#22: Illustrator: Isaiah Dunk "Making Things Move"
#22: Today on the podcast I'm joined by Isaiah Dunk, he is an illustrator and first year student at Sheridan for animation. He's a great guy and it was super interesting to get a younger persons perspective on school, animation and creativity. Good one, do it up! Find Isaiah on social: https://www.instagram.com/slamdoodle/ Music by Matt Large: https://open.spotify.com/artist/107WzwlsOTR6Nxnw2kPHd3 www.creativepeople-podcast.com
S1 E21 · Tue, May 12, 2020
#21: Illustrator: Adam Sanford - "Tom & Jerry"
Today on the podcast I'm joined by Illustrator Adam Sanford - we talk about The Mandalorian, being dads, and the dangerous things we got up to growing up. Great guy, listen up! https://sanfordadam.wixsite.com/portfolio/posts Find Adam on instragram: https://www.instagram.com/adamsanfordart/ Music by Jobii: https://open.spotify.com/artist/2MGL4XU2LCJC47c7VvSwuE www.creativepeople-podcast.com
S1 E20 · Sat, May 09, 2020
#20: Content Marketer: Alex Kinsella - "How can we have some fun with this?"
Today on the podcast I'm talking with Alex Kinsella who is a Content Marketer in the Waterloo Region - we talk skateboarding, kids using technology and looking for the fun as a means of being creative. Good chat! https://twitter.com/alexkinsella https://www.instagram.com/alexkinsellakw/ https://www.kinsellamarketing.ca/ Music by Fox Marrow: https://open.spotify.com/artist/7EaFQk4RcKGTbgdSP3u3ne www.creativepeople-podcast.com
S1 E19 · Tue, May 05, 2020
#19: Photographer: Hilary Gauld Camilleri - "Head, Heart, Gut"
I get to talk with photographer Hilary Gauld Camilleri of One For the Wall - we chat about finding a creative identity, embracing your face and capturing moments. Really enjoyed this one! http://oneforthewall.ca/ Music by Yomoti: https://open.spotify.com/artist/1QybrBtERg1gUpJxwRelUC www.creativepeople-podcast.com
S1 E18 · Sat, May 02, 2020
#18: Podcaster / Designer: Michael Tumlin - "From Fan Art to Freelance"
I recently got the chance to connect with Michael Tumlin about his design work and his Creatively Brief podcast. We talk about being open to the design inspiration all around you and what the future of graphic design might look like. Good talk! Follow Creatively Brief: https://www.instagram.com/creativelybrief/?hl=en Music by Jobii: https://open.spotify.com/artist/2MGL4XU2LCJC47c7VvSwuE www.creativepeople-podcast.com
S1 E17 · Thu, April 30, 2020
#17: Podcaster: Brennan Toler - "Moment Makers"
Today we’re talking with Brennan Toler of the Moment Makers Podcast. It’s a podcast centered around having conversations about mental health. Which is what we do while we get to know Brennan and what makes him tick. Good chat. https://www.instagram.com/momentmakerslife/ Music by: https://soundcloud.com/sarahtheillstrumentalist www.creativepeople-podcast.com
S1 E16 · Tue, April 28, 2020
#16: Designer: Gigi Davarashvili - "Design Shrink"
Today on the podcast I'm joined by Gigi Davarashvili of one6creative - she's a conversion led brand and web designer out of London England. We had a great chat about growing up playing competitive tennis, how that led her to creativity and helping other people find their why. Good chat! https://one6creative.com/ Music by Damma Beatz: https://open.spotify.com/artist/00WEbQMBzMtwbccrSjQwhJ www.creativepeople-podcast.com
S1 E15 · Sat, April 25, 2020
#15: Cosplayer: Geoff MacDonald - "Messiah Complex"
Saturday Morning Special: I recently got the chance to talk with Geoff MacDonald, better know as Messiah Complex in the cosplay world. Geoff has a great perspective on fandom, following your curiosity and connecting people who like the same shit as you. It was fun to geek out with Geoff! Good chat! Follow Messiah Complex on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/messiahcomplexcosplay/ Music by Xavy Rusan: https://open.spotify.com/artist/5PfyuVXesLYRkvnPVVaGTA www.creativepeople-podcast.com
S1 E14 · Tue, April 21, 2020
#14: Actress: Jayme Armstrong - "The Most Resourceful Sector"
This week I get to chat with actress, entrepreneur and princess Jayme Armstrong. Musicals, Disney magic and growing up in Vancouver - Jayme talks about her years of performing with Drayton Entertainment & her birthday experiences company, Enchanted Entertainment. Great chat! Check out Enchanted Entertainment online: https://www.enchantedentertainment.ca/ https://www.instagram.com/enchantedentertainmentkw/ Music by Justnormal: https://open.spotify.com/artist/2YCz7aHoRoAZ435UDLOKOs www.creativepeople-podcast.com
S1 E13 · Sat, April 18, 2020
#13: Artist: Nicole Beno: "The Sweet Spot Area"
Today on the podcast I'm talking with artist Nicole Beno - the two of us have a great chat about finding a balance and creating art on a large scale. We bond over some love for Detroit and recognizing how mean our inner critic can be. Gooood one! Find Nicole on social: https://www.instagram.com/nicole_beno/ Music by Matt Large: https://open.spotify.com/artist/107WzwlsOTR6Nxnw2kPHd3 www.creativepeople-podcast.com
S1 E12 · Tue, April 14, 2020
#12: Artist: Amy Esplen: "Not The Only Lonely"
This week I chat with artist Amy Esplen about her community art project, Not The Only Lonely and her own creative work. Fruit Loops, Fast Fashion and getting our dads to recycle! Great chat! Not The Only Lonely: https://www.instagram.com/nottheonlylonely/ Amy Esplen: https://www.instagram.com/amy_esplen/ Music by Pandaraps: https://open.spotify.com/artist/62vq9yQAS5AoJMOZ95Gwpc Mixed by Mixed Media Sound: https://www.instagram.com/mixed_media_sound/ www.creativepeople-podcast.com
S1 E11 · Sat, April 11, 2020
#11: Graphic Designer: Jon Johnson - "Don't Die Today"
Today on the podcast we chat with Graphic Designer Jon Johnson. Jon and I talk about putting down roots in the Region of Waterloo & taking ownership of the culture in the region you live in. Jon has a really excellent approach to creative work and I think it's the perfect episode to kick off our Saturday Morning Specials! Find Jon on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brfc/ Music by: https://soundcloud.com/sarahtheillstrumentalist Mixing by: https://www.instagram.com/mixed_media_sound/ www.creativepeople-podcast.com
S1 E10 · Tue, April 07, 2020
#10: Illustrator: Ann Alonso: "Connections & Cute Creations in Digital Worlds"
This week I chat with cute-thing maker and illustrator Ann Alonso! Animal Crossing, Shawn Wasabi, and finding love in Assassin's Creed. We had a great conversation about making things that bring people joy and forming connections in our increasingly digital based world! Check out Ann's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/arcasian__/ Shawn Wasabi - Animal Crossing vid: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AUE9s4XbT_k www.creativepeople-podcast.com
S1 E9 · Tue, March 31, 2020
#09: Actress: Lee Lawson - "Playing Pretend"
This week from quarantine I sit down with Lee Lawson. She is an actress social distancing in Toronto - we talk Midsommer, Mrs Maisel & stealing the show in a bunny costume! Lee was raw & honest about the realities of working as an actress - great chat! https://www.nytimes.com/2020/03/17/parenting/podcasts-for-kids.html?smid=fb-share&fbclid=IwAR31Im-wVabiBo55FLg0Xq0qqSY3Jf6l_isME9cIDuxuQP6lObSCAo1rg0g https://www.earthrangers.com/podcast/ www.creativepeople-podcast.com
S1 E8 · Wed, March 25, 2020
#08: Counsel Creative: Kenny Morgan & Katie Haremski - "The Squirrel & The Cheetah"
This week we head to Tennessee for a chat with Kenny Morgan & Katie Haremski of Counsel Creative. Kenny is the co-founder of Counsel Creative and Katie is a Brand Strategist there. They are a hard working, people loving, "Noah's Ark" of creatives working for clients all over the US. It was great to meet them and find out about the process & mindset of their marketing collective. https://www.counselcreative.com/ www.creativepeople-podcast.com
Trailer · Wed, March 25, 2020
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S1 E7 · Tue, March 17, 2020
#07: Radio Host: Coral Andrews joins me in the passenger seat!
This week I sit down with radio DJ Coral Andrews - she hosts The Afternoon Drive on CKWR . She's a writer and a huge advocate of the arts in Waterloo Region! We get into Monty Python, rock&roll and finding the soul of things in the digital age! I was "chuffed" that I got the opportunity to chat with her! Great talk! https://ckwr.com/ www.creativepeople-podcast.com
S1 E6 · Mon, March 09, 2020
#06: Museum Curator - Megan Wiles: "Empathy, anxiety and the power of story"
This week I'm at the Toronto Reference Library chatting with Museum Curator Megan Wiles. We talk about the work & creativity that goes into museum exhibitions. Anxiety as a motivator and enjoying cookies! Good chat! Museums of Mississauga - Bradley Museum, Benares Historic House and Leslie Log Cabin Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/museumsofmississauga/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/SaugaMuseums Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/saugaculture/ www.creativepeople-podcast.com
S1 E5 · Tue, March 03, 2020
#05: Photographer - David Pike: "The kid in the Taking Back Sunday shirt"
This week I'm downtown Toronto for a chat with photographer David Pike. We chat influencers, algorithms, Taylor Swift & Black Metal! David has a great perceptive and it was a pleasure to chat with him about his work! Follow David on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/davidapike/ Find us on social: https://www.instagram.com/creativepeople.podcast/ https://www.creativepeople-podcast.com/ www.creativepeople-podcast.com
S1 E4 · Mon, February 24, 2020
#04: Tattoo Artist - Andrew Ottenhof: "Tattoo's Aren't Forever..."
This week we head to Kingston (well, Odessa) to chat with Tattoo Artist, Andrew Ottenhof. Lots of laughs, stories and the things your tattoo artist has always wanted to say to you. Great guy, great chat. https://www.instagram.com/thefoundrytattoo/ www.creativepeople-podcast.com
S1 E3 · Mon, February 17, 2020
#03: Creative Entrepreneur - Jennifer Ferriss-Salter: Born in Canada, Killing it in Texas
We dig into living your best life now with Jennifer Ferriss-Salter. Blogs, crafts and not waiting for someday! Good chat. Official bio: Jennifer is the creative mastermind behind Every Day Boss. Her passion is to help other entrepreneurs identify their big scary dreams and make them a reality. It starts with mapping out an action plan to focus on the right goals and putting them to work. With over 8 years of blogging and 5 years running a social media management & VA agency, Jennifer built her dream life, retired her husband, and made living her best life a mission. Jennifer is a color-loving coffee addict with two pups, a crazy black cat, and a whole lot of creative energy always ready to share. https://www.instagram.com/busybeingjennifer/ If you know or are a person we should interview contact us @ info@creativepeople-podcast.com We have a great giveaway on the Youtube channel this month - check that out! http://whatsupbuds.com/ www.creativepeople-podcast.com
S1 E2 · Thu, February 06, 2020
#02: Video Producer - Nelson Dunk: "Reach & Pivot"
#02: This week we chat with Nelson Dunk of Skylight Productions! He is a video producer based out of St. Jacobs - we mull over what it it means to be a filmmaker, pushing your craft and nasty McCain fries! https://www.skylightproductions.ca/ Find Nelson Dunk on Social: https://www.instagram.com/skylightvisuals/ If you know or are a person we should interview contact us @ info@creativepeople-podcast.com www.creativepeople-podcast.com
S1 E1 · Thu, January 30, 2020
#01: Composer - Josh Snethlage - "My Creative Monkey"
On the very first episode Ryan sits down with composer Josh Snethlage. They talk Hans Zimmer, Josh's creative process and drywall! Great chat! Links mentioned in episode: https://www.twostepsfromhell.com/ http://hybridtwo.com/newsite/ If you know or are a person we should interview contact us @ info@creativepeople-podcast.com http://whatsupbuds.com/ www.creativepeople-podcast.com
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