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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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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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S7E111: Episode 111: Shivani Gupta- Engineered...

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2024/10/15

In this episode of the Common Creative Podcast, Shivani Gupta. Shivani shares her transformative journey from being an engineer to becoming an entrepreneur and educator. She discusses the pivotal moment during her travels in Nepal that led her to reassess her life choices and pursue a path that aligns with her passions. Throughout the conversation, Shivani emphasizes the importance of creativity, the value of learning from failures, and the significance of finding joy in one's work. She offers

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S7E110: Episode 110: Masami Sato - Think Globally Act...

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2024/10/08

In this week’s episode of The Common Creative our guest, Masami Sato, founder of B1G1, shares her journey in creating a social good enterprise that’s making a global impact. B1G1 (Buy1GIVE1) aims to foster a world of giving, where everyday actions lead to real change. Businesses can choose high-impact projects and link their daily activities to measurable outcomes. With over 300 million giving impacts and support for 450+ projects across 50 countries, B1G1 is transforming the way we give back.

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S7E109: Episode 109: Mark Schenk - The Example-Teller

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2024/10/01

In this week’s episode of The Common Creative, we sit down with Mark Schenk, co-founder of Anecdote, to explore why he feels business communication is broken. Interestingly, Mark suggests that the word "story" is too soft or irrelevant in a corporate environment, and flips the script arguing that simple, everyday events are the key to engaging, authentic communication. Mark shares the value of building a "story bank" , a collection of real-world examples that leaders can draw upon to illustrate

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S7E108: Episode 108: Matthew Dicks - Storyworthy

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2024/09/25

Matthew Dicks is one of the world’s storytelling greats. In this show, Chris and Paul challenge him to reveal the secrets of his storytelling tricks and probe for ideas on how to use stories in the world of work. (Listen out for ideas like “life homework” and how to spot those “five second moments” which are central to every great story) The result is a 30 minute pot of “podcast inspiration” for anyone who is keen to get better at communicating. Matthew is an award-winning elementary school

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S7Paul & Chris: National Creativity Day!

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2024/05/30

In this special episode of The Common Creative podcast, Paul Fairweather and Chris Meredith celebrate Australia Creativity Day 2024, emphasising the importance of creativity in everyday life. Paul and Chris engage in a lively discussion about how businesses and individuals can benefit from fostering a creative mindset to navigate the rapidly changing world.The conversation touches on various themes such as the human connection needed for innovation, the paradox between interpersonal interactions

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S6E106: Episode 106: Dean Merlo - Caffeinated Creative

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2024/05/13

In this caffeine-loaded episode of The Common Creative podcast, hosts Chris Meredith and Paul Fairweather explore the stimulating connection between caffeine and creativity with guest Dean Merlo, the founder of Merlo Coffee. The discussion brews with insights into the impact of coffee culture on business innovation and how simple changes revolutionise consumer experience. Dean shares his journey from the practice of law to pioneering café culture in Australia, highlighting the importance of staying

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S6E105: Episode 105: Scott Andrew James - A Poetic...

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2024/04/24

This week’s episode, Scott Andrew James is a multifaceted creative located in Austin, Texas, who operates in the dual roles of a book coach and a roving poet. Scott found his true calling in the world of words. He ultimately discovered his passion for creating interactive, co-creative poetry. Using his grandfather's 1946 Smith Corona typewriter, Scott's creative journey began with an unconventional path as he chose the wilderness over the classroom. Eventually settling in Austin, Texas, his passion

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S6Paul & Chris: World Storytelling Day

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2024/03/20

World Story Telling Day was originally created in Sweden to encourage people to tell stories and build better connections. This year’s theme “Building Bridges” seems particularly poignant.In this snippet, Paul and Chris celebrate World Story Telling Day 2024 with a conversation about the history of the event, the role of story telling in bringing people together and a review of some of the episodes of The Common Creative with particular powerful story tellers. Neal Ford (episode 83), James Hegarty

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S6E104: Episode 104: Miranda West - Do Creative

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2024/03/11

“When you first see a new idea [for a book cover], don’t judge it immediately. Instead,sleep on it and let it mull”“It really helps to trust great creatives - they need the space to do their best work” “A real, printed book avoids information overload. It is a one-to-one connection with the author” Our guest this week is Miranda West, the visionary founder and publisher behind The Do Book Co., an independent publishing venture established in 2013 in partnership with The DO Lectures.The Do Book Co

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S6E103: Episode 103: Roger Dennis - Future Creative

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2024/03/05

Roger Dennis is a seasoned expert in the art of “foresight” - guiding leaders beyond conventional strategic planning and short time frames. Drawing from his academic background in psychology and zoology, Dennis offers a distinct perspective on long-term trends and their impacts on businesses and society. Renowned for his skill in crafting powerful narratives, he helps business leaders to think beyond the near-term and prepare for the possibilities ahead.Dennis consults with top-tier companies on

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S6E102: Episode 102: Dan Golden & Jen Huh : U Turn Me...

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2024/02/27

Welcome to The Common Creative with Dan Golden and Jen Huh.Dan Golden and Jen Huh are a dynamic creative duo known for their playful and humorous design approach. Dan's expertise in design and rug collections merges seamlessly with Jen's background in poetry and photography, resulting in their unique brand, "U ME U," offering cozy throws infused with creativity. Join us as Dan and Jen share their journey from New York's design scene to their collaborative ventures. Discover how their latest

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S6E101: Episode 101: Nick Jaffe : Crafty Creativity

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2024/02/19

Welcome to the 101st episode of The Common Creative podcast! In this week's episode, we sit down with Nick Jaffe, a multifaceted individual who embodies the ethos of not just creative thinking, but also creative execution. With a diverse array of experiences under his belt, Nick has ventured into solo sales across the globe, established successful businesses centered around Canvas and leather products, and delved into philosophical realms of thought. Nick wears many hats - he's a freelance

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S6E100: Episode 100: David Hieatt : Creative Jeanius

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2024/01/16

“Work hard and deep focus are the most important things we can do” “You shouldn’t try to be someone else - you have to be you” “I’m a stubborn mule” "The quest isn't becoming less, the quest is how to become more. How do we dial up the crazy shit more?” “Sometimes you're in a part of your life where you're at a crossroads and you have to turn left or right. You just don't know which one.” Welcome to the 100th episode of The Common Creative podcast! To celebrate, we’re delighted to welcome David

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