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The Common Creative

Paul Fairweather and Chris Meredith

The Common Creative - But Never Ordinary A podcast series with Paul Fairweather and Chris MeredithThe worlds of business, home and play are all starved of creativity. From an early age, we’re taught how to analyse, critique and simplify but the tools for exploring, ideating and creating are assumed to be instinctive. The Common Creative is all about bringing creativity back into everyday life - understanding the essence of creativity and making creativity a common as a loaf of bread and as well

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S7E122: Episode 122: Neal Foard - Surefire Storyfire...

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2025/02/13

This week, we welcome back the brilliant Neall Foard to The Common Creative Podcast for a deep dive into the evolving world of storytelling especially through video. Neal inspired us so much with his first Common Creative conversation (see episode no 83 “Grateful Creativity”) that he’s the first ever guest to be invited back for more. Over the past 18 months, Neil has been honing his craft and discovering what resonates in today’s fast-moving digital story telling landscape,

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S7Paul and Chris - PARA Filing System

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2025/02/09

In this week’s conversation of the Common Creative Podcast, Chris Meredith and Paul Fairweather discuss the PARA filing system, a method for organizing projects, areas, resources, and archives. They explore the simplicity and effectiveness of this system, emphasizing the importance of keeping current projects front and center while maintaining a disciplined approach to archiving. The conversation highlights the challenges creatives face in organising their work and the potential future role of

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S7E121: Episode 121: Ian Stephens: A Creative Punch

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2025/02/06

In this week’s episode of the Common Creative Podcast, Ian Stephens shares his inspiring journey from a corporate career to becoming one of Australia's leading speakers. He shares so many insights, including the courage it took to step away from the security of a career to follow his passion, and an area where he had no idea what to do. The hall mark of a creative act. Ian Stephens is a top-rated business speaker, trainer, and award-winning educator specializing in sales, leadership, and

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S7Paul and Chris - A Creative Life Lesson

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2025/02/04

In this conversation of the Common Creative Podcast, Chris Meredith and Paul Fairweather discuss the importance of being prepared for spontaneous opportunities in life, using the metaphor of always carrying swimming trunks and a beach towel. They explore how creativity is tied to being observant and taking notes, whether through sketches, words, or photographs. The conversation emphasises the value of curiosity and an open mind as essential tools for embracing life's adventures. Paul Fairweather -

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S7Paul and Chris - Notion of Respect

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2025/02/03

In this week's conversation, Paul and Chris dive into Indigenous Australian perspectives on problem-solving and respect with our guest, Paulina Larocca. Drawing on the work of Tyson Yunkaporta, Paulina explores the idea that true respect begins with acknowledging our own ignorance, an approach that contrasts sharply with conventional problem-solving methods. Paul Fairweather - Co-host https://www.paulfairweather.com Chris Meredith - Co-host https://www.chrismeredith.com.au Two Common Creatives

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S7Paul and Chris - The Daily-ish Habits

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2025/01/29

In this week’s conversation, Paul and Chris delve into the concept of 'daily-ish' habits, inspired by Oliver Berkman's insights. They discuss the importance of flexibility in habit formation, especially for those with busy lives or distractions. The conversation transitions into the relationship between creativity and mindset, emphasizing that a creative approach to life can be more beneficial than rigid daily outputs. They explore how journaling and curiosity can enhance creativity without

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S7E120: Episode 120 - Neil Wilson : The Creative Groove

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2025/01/23

Would you have the courage to sell your house in order to fund a retro startup in the music industry? Neil Wilson is co-owner of Suitcase Records, a family-owned vinyl pressing business based in Brisbane, Australia. Neil shares his fascinating journey from the safe world of urban planning and architecture to co-founding one of only three vinyl record manufacturers in the country. He provides a unique perspective on the challenges of making the commitment to the startup (“burn your

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S7E119: Episode 119: Dr. Chloe Preece - Artistic...

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2025/01/20

How can businesses embrace artistic processes and become more innovative? Chloe Preece works at the intersection of arts and marketing, focusing on how businesses can learn from artists' creative processes. Drawing on her observations of the way real artists work, she beats the drum for concepts such as play, experimentation, and embracing failure in fostering a creative culture within business. Chloe is a Professor of Marketing at ESCP Business School and Academic Director of the MSc in Marketing

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S7Paul and Chris - Quarter by Quarter

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2025/01/19

In this mini episode, Chris Meredith and Paul Fairweather discuss the concept of 'Quarter by Quarter', inspired by Anne Lamott's book 'Bird by Bird'. Paul shares his personal struggle with completing self-initiated projects due to his tendency to get distracted by new ideas. He introduces his plan to undertake 100 side projects over the next 25 years, with each project lasting approximately 90 days. The conversation emphasises the importance of deadlines, accountability, and the motivation to create

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S7E118: Episode 118: Paulina Larocca: The Creative...

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2025/01/16

Who wouldn’t want to be a “Creative Catalyst”! With a background as both a practicing and academic creative, Paulina Larocca shares her powerful insights about the role of respect, the importance of ‘movement’ and the need to ask the right questions when developing creative ideas. For her, ideas are easy - it's framing the questions in the right way that generates results. With over 20 years of experience leading global innovation teams and lecturing in creativity, she

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S7Paul and Chris: The Ministry of Optimism

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2025/01/14

In this engaging conversation, Paul Fairweather and Chris Meredith explore the intersection of creativity, woodworking, and personal organization. Chris shares his unique approach to organizing his workshop, using whimsical 'ministries' to categorize tools and materials. The discussion evolves into a broader reflection on the importance of creativity in organization and the balance between following frameworks and embracing personal expression. Chris also humorously highlights his 'rule of chocolate

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S7E117: Episode 117: Rachel Barnard - Creative Justice

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2025/01/08

We’re re-publishing this incredible episode with Rachel Barnard because we want more people to hear her amazing story of creativity and social change. She’s the founder of Young New Yorkers, a program that uses art and creativity to help young offenders avoid criminal records. (Yes! Art can be used to avoid a criminal record!) An Australian-born architect and with no experience of the legal system,, Rachel turned a pandemic career hiatus into an opportunity for change. Through her unique

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S7E116: Episode 116: Rowena Meredith - Olympic...

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2024/12/16

In the world of elite sports, discipline, commitment and resilience tend to reign supreme. So, is there a role for creativity? In this episode, Rowena Meredith (double olympian and also Chris’ daughter) shares her journey from a young athlete trying various sports to becoming a medal-winning Olympian. She discusses the pivotal moments that led her to take rowing seriously, the competitive nature of the sport, and the balance between individual ambition and teamwork. Rowena also reflects on the

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S7E118: Episode 115: Marion Deuchars - Make Everyday...

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2024/12/12

In many ways, Marion Deuchars is the ultimate poster child for the Common Creative. A successful illustrator and author and illustrator of her own books, she also has a powerful creative philosophy. Key elements of her creative formula are embracing deadlines (even if they’re self-imposed) curiosity, observation and playfulness. Faced with the overwhelming amount of material that’s now available on-line, Marion emphasizes the value of creating for oneself rather than for others,

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S7E117: Episode 117: Hanne Kristiansen- Creative...

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2024/12/04

In this week’s episode of the Common Creative Podcast, Hanne Kristiansen shares her journey from Denmark to Barcelona and her evolution into a creativity consultant. She introduces the Creative ID concept, which emphasizes that everyone is creative in their own way. Hanne discusses the importance of breaking down traditional views of creativity in corporate settings and presents five distinct types of creativity. The conversation highlights the significance of collaboration and understanding

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S7E116: Episode 116: Lewis Rossignol - Storytelling...

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2024/11/28

Is Lewis Rossignol an illustrator, visual storyteller or a comedian? And what IS the secret of drawing an Australian or a person with Down’s Syndrome? In this episode Lewis shares his journey from a non-creative background to becoming a successful visual artist with a jittery, nervous style that somehow captures more of the essence of his subject than a more traditional portrait In the discussion, Lewis emphasizes the importance of humor in his work, the value of embracing negativity, and the

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S7E115: Episode 115: Paul and Chris - Spirits of...

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2024/11/25

In this conversation, Paul Fairweather and Chris Meredith delve into the themes of creativity, visual art, and storytelling, particularly focusing on Chris's upcoming photographic exhibition titled 'Spirits of Balmoral.' The discussion explores the unique aspects of Chris's digital art, its resemblance to Renaissance paintings, and the deeper narratives behind the images, including the representation of sirens and the interplay of history and imagination. The conversation also touches on audience

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S7E114: Episode 114: Mark Shayler- Presenting Creativity

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2024/11/21

In this episode of the Common Creative Podcast, Mark Shayler shares his journey as a sustainability and innovation consultant, delving into the intersection of creativity, storytelling, and personal growth. He discusses the power of visual communication, and the humorous yet impactful story of his singing experiences. Mark also explores the symbolism of lemons and how they relate to creativity and resilience, ultimately emphasizing the need to unlock creativity in others through safe spaces and

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S7E113: Episode 113: Paul and Chris - Bird by bird

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2024/11/19

In this episode of The Common Creative, Chris Meredith and Paul Fairweather delve into the insights from Anne Lamott's book 'Bird by Bird'. They discuss the intersection of writing and life, emphasising how humour and authenticity play crucial roles in storytelling. The conversation highlights the importance of self-discovery through creative expression and the lessons learned from both fiction and non-fiction writing. Paul Fairweather - Co-host https://www.paulfairweather.com Chris Meredith -

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S7E112: Episode 112: Mark Truelson - Be a (Beer)...

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2024/11/05

Sparketypes, “One” Beer, and a singer who is a semi-tone out! Mark Truelson fits the mold of the passionate creative. Join us as he shares his journey from leading innovation at Foster's to becoming a consultant focused on sparking creativity in organizations. Mark explores how leaders can build supportive environments, engage employees, and lower the stakes to drive innovative projects. He introduces the concept of “sparketypes” a framework to uncover and harness our innate creative impulses. And

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