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This is Not Art Therapy (The Podcast)

Linnea and John

This is not art therapy (the podcast) is where a seasoned art therapist and a newcomer to the art world sit down for real, unscripted conversations about creativity, connection, and the messy middle of making things. We often make art and talk about it? Check out our insta @tinatthepod for pictures, art invitations and much more!Whether you"re a curious listener, an artist yourself, or someone who’s just trying to figure it all out, you’re welcome here. This isn’t a therapy session, but it might

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Episode 27: Skatermanco-Sode

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2025/11/16

In this episode, we connect with international filmmaker Antonio Herrera Trujillo. John (along with countless people across the internet) was captivated by a viral video Antonio filmed during an unexpected fight he witnessed in Madagascar. The clip sparked our curiosity, and we were eager to learn more about the person behind the camera.Antonio talks about how he first stepped into the world of filmmaking in his beloved oceanside town, a place known for its powerful winds and thriving wind-sport

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Episode 26: Taylor Moon-Sode/ Climate Feelings

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2025/11/11

In this episode, we welcome the delightful Art Therapist Taylor from Wellness Grove. Together, we explore some of the big—and sometimes heavy—feelings that surface in response to our changing climate. Taylor guides us through supportive, playful tools that can help us move through these emotions with care and creativity.We start by asking how climate-related feelings show up for people in their daily lives. From there, we unpack the differences between eco-grief, eco-anxiety, and a new term Linnea

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53:20

Episode 25: John-Sode/ Climate Resilience

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2025/11/02

In this episode, we bring in Linnea’s good friend and former art school classmate, John. In addition to being a talented painter and ceramicist, John is also a passionate mental health advocate and a student in Carleton University’s Industrial Design program. He and Linnea have had countless conversations about how designers today are invited to engage with topics like sustainability and longevity.The intention behind this episode was to highlight the positive changes happening in the design world

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Episode 24: Freaky Friday (Part Two)

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2025/10/26

In our previous episode, John and Linnea challenged each other to complete a list of tasks that they themselves would normally do — but this time, as the other person. Linnea’s whimsical list for John included everyday Linnea activities like making art and avoiding gluten, while John tasked Linnea with some classic “John-type” challenges, including heavy weightlifting and a few surprises along the way.In this episode, the two reconnect to share what it was actually like pretending to be each other

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Episode 23: Wacky Wednesday/ {Freaky Friday (Part One)}

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2025/10/20

In this special two-part episode, John and Linnea take on a playful challenge inspired by the classic “Freaky Friday” body swap—except this time, no actual magic is involved. Instead, they decide to step directly into each other’s routines and tackle the meaningful, personal, or just plain quirky tasks that define their weeks. The idea is simple: trade places for a few days and see what happens. The results are anything but predictable.John is first up, bravely selecting from Linnea’s famously long

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Episode 22: Celeste-sode / Belonging

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2025/10/12

In this episode, we welcome the lovely Celeste — counsellor, healer, and cold plunge enthusiast — for a rich conversation on belonging. Celeste shares her journey into the soulful and niche world of transpersonal psychotherapy, a path that weaves intuition, deep reflection, and embodied awareness.She speaks about her highly intuitive approach to therapy, one that invites individuals to turn inward, connect with their bodies, and listen to the quieter parts of themselves. Nature plays a powerful role

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Episode 21: Talking to Freinds about (Their?) Art

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2025/10/06

In this episode, John and Linnea bring in pieces of art they created over the past week with the intention of talking about them and asking each other thoughtful questions. John shares a drawing he made of a friend who had recently come to visit. He talks about how the scene came together organically, and how, by the end, the portrait unexpectedly resembled a character from one of their favourite video games, Red Dead Redemption. The story behind the drawing leads to reflections on inspiration,

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Episode 20: This is Not a Recap Epsisode

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2025/09/21

In this special milestone episode, we pause to reflect on how far the podcast has come and where we’d like it to go next. We ask each other big questions: What are we most proud of? Which episodes and moments stand out as highlights? How has our confidence, skill, and creative voice shifted since those very first recordings? And although we both get a sense that we have grown, we know that there is heaps of growth to come.Together, we explore the ways our audience and cohost dynamic have grown, the

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64:56

Episode 19: This is Not a Gallery Tour (Musée des...

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2025/09/14

In Episode 19, John and Linnea each visit the Musée des beaux-arts in Montréal—at different times—and reunite (via the pod) to compare their experiences. John, a newer member of the art world, approaches the gallery with curiosity and openness. Together they review the pieces (via some pictures) and (quite non-academically,) what we thought of some of the most memorable pieces. He shares which pieces drew him in and offers his honest, first-impression interpretations. While he doesn’t claim any

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Episode 18: Hannah-Sode/ Healing in Relationship

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2025/09/07

In this episode, Hannah explores the intersections of creativity, relational healing, and personal experience, sharing insights from her work as an art therapist and her own life journey. With five years of professional experience, Hannah draws on her background in art, small business, and cultural exploration. Originally from Yorkshire, England, and living in Canada for 15 years, she brings a culturally informed, experiential approach, often engaging with the Caribbean diaspora. Her practice

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Episode 17: Ry-Sode

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2025/08/31

This week’s episode is full of time-jumping, storytelling, and the kind of connections that remind us why creativity matters. Ry joins us from Halifax, and right away he and John bond over their East Coast roots and accents, trading stories of growing up on the coast and how place shapes identity. Ry reflects on the huge role his parents played in supporting his creative path, sharing how their encouragement gave him the confidence to explore and take risks in his art.Over the years, Ry has shifted

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Episode 16: Mindy-Sode/ Sandtray Therapy

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2025/08/24

In this episode, Linnea and John are joined by their dear friend, art therapist, educator, and artist Mindy Alexander for a rich conversation about sandtray therapy and the meaning of wholeness. Together, they open up the wonderfully complex and playful world of sandtray, where miniature objects and shifting sand become tools for expression, integration, and healing.The conversation unfolds around the idea of wholeness—what it means to feel whole, how we can nurture it, and why it matters in our

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Episode 15: Maud-Sode/ Self-Taught Artisty

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2025/08/17

Have you ever wondered who Linnea and John would bring to a dinner party, alive or dead? (I bet you’re a bit curious now.) Can you guess who turns their dinner party into a fight club between historical figures? Spoiler alert: Maud Lewis would be in for a treat.In this week’s episode, John and Linnea dive into the colorful world of Maud Lewis, the beloved Nova Scotia folk artist whose tiny painted home and whimsical scenes continue to capture hearts worldwide. During a recent trip to the Nova Scotia

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Episode 14: Josh-Sode/ TTRPG

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2025/08/10

In this week’s chapter of our grand podcasting saga, our adventuring party gathers ‘round the campfire to explore a realm brimming with dragons, daring, and dice—the fantastical world of Tabletop Role-Playing Games. Guiding us through these enchanted lands is our good friend and master storyteller, Josh Giroux.Once merely a guest in someone's Star Wars campaign, Josh has since claimed the mantle of a seasoned Game Master, weaving quests, shaping worlds, and guiding heroes through trials both epic

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Episode 13: Kiki-Sode/ Dreams

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2025/08/03

Do you often have vivid dreams? Are other people’s dreams fascinating to you? Do you keep a dream journal, or wonder if your dreams have hidden messages? In this episode, we explore the mysterious world of dreams with Kiki, a newly minted art therapist who brings a rich background as a speech therapist into her creative and therapeutic practice.Kiki shares her personal experiences with dreams and how she approaches them with curiosity rather than fear or dismissal. Instead of treating dreams as

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Episode 12: Co-Sode/ Tattooing and Healing

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2025/07/28

In this episode, we’re joined by tattoo artist, muralist, and educator Corrine Blouin—also known as Coblou—for a rich conversation about the art and experience of tattooing. Corrine shares her journey into the world of tattoos, from her early love of art to the challenges and growth of her apprenticeship. She opens up about what it means to work closely with people’s bodies and stories, drawing parallels between tattooing and energy work, and offering insight into how deeply personal and

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Episode 11: Dan-Sode/ Art, Social Media, & AI

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2025/07/20

In this episode, we’re joined by our good friend Dan—film maker and lover, photographer, traveller, writer, and all-around creative—to dive into a lively and thoughtful conversation about AI, social media, and their evolving impact on the art world. We reflect on our personal experiences with how social media has changed over the years, especially in the ways it shapes how we share, view, and value art. The conversation explores the difference in tone between words like “art” and “content,” and

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Episode 10: Syd-Sode/ Friendship

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2025/07/13

In this heartfelt episode, John and Linnea sit down with their dear friend Syd, a counselor based in Halifax, to unpack the many layers of friendship—how we build it, sustain it, and why it matters so deeply. Syd is known for being incredibly intentional in her relationships, and her wisdom shines through as the three explore what it truly means to be a friend.Together, they reflect on why we continue to show up for the people in our lives, even when it’s hard, and how friendship can be a grounding

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Episode 9: Authenticity

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2025/07/06

In this rich and reflective episode, we dive deep into the concept of authenticity—what it means, how we experience it, and what gets in the way. Josiah/John opens up about their name preferences and the questions those choices have sparked from listeners. Their thoughtful explanation becomes a beautiful starting point for exploring identity and self-definition. They also reveal their custom-modified tool chest—an unexpectedly tender and creative expression of care, function, and

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Episode 8: Mikey-sode/ Art Identity

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2025/06/29

In this vibrant and thought-provoking episode, we sit down with multidisciplinary artist Mike Kasongo (@mikkells_) originally from the Congo and now based in Nova Scotia. Mike brings his unique lens on creativity, fashion, and identity, offering listeners a glimpse into how art has shaped—and continues to shape—his life.From childhood memories of sketching Dragon Ball Z characters to later immersing himself in the techniques of the greats, Mike reflects on how his style has evolved over time. What

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