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The Wilderness of Creativity

If you are looking for fast hacks or viral growth tips, this is not the place! However, if you’re looking for depth, vulnerability and a sense of belonging while feeling lost or "in between", then you have finally found your tribe! The Wilderness of Creativity is the platform for creatives, thinkers and dreamers to share their stories of survival. Through meaningful conversations with inspiring guests and gentle solo reflections, we will brave the wilderness of creativity together as a means to gain

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Trailer 2026

The Wilderness of Creativity ·

2026/01/01

Not all paths are clear. Sometimes, we are simply invited to wander. This year, the podcast unfolds as a mix of solo episodes, guest conversations, short mini-series, reflective pauses and listener voices gathered from the Lost & Found workshops which will be running throughout 2026. Together, we are going to trace the beautiful mess of making, becoming, and continuing even when the path isn’t clear.This is a space for the messy middle of creativity - for taking the road less travelled,

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12:30

Leave life at the door

The Wilderness of Creativity ·

2025/12/15

What if nothing is actually wrong with you… what if you’ve just lost touch with your natural cycle?The next '[Lost] and Found' workshop is on 15th January 2026 with Accredited Menstrual Cycle Coach Amy Blakeman. This isn’t about fixing yourself. It’s about remembering yourself. Through cycle awareness, reflection and practical tools, Amy will guide you to understand how your menstrual cycle influences your energy, emotions, creativity, and capacity, so you can stop working against your body and

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How to go with the festive flow

The Wilderness of Creativity ·

2025/12/08

This is an episode for anyone feeling lost in their creativity, especially around this time of year - and is a reminder that you’re not alone! In this last-minute-but-perfectly-timed episode, Lucy invites listeners into the wilderness to reflect on creativity, change and the unexpected guidance that seems to arrive just when we need it most.Lucy explores how tiny energetic shifts in our living spaces can open the door to new opportunities, manifestation and the deep wisdom gathered from a year of

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Stop worrying about being 'good'

The Wilderness of Creativity ·

2025/12/04

What happens when your creativity starts to feel heavy, exhausting or even impossible?in this bonus episode with this week's guest, Jenny Leigh Hodgins, we talk about reconnecting with creativity in a ways that feels less pressured, and how creative expression can become a powerful anchor during major life transitions. We also talk about learning how to accept praise, celebrate your work, and the messy and imperfect nature of the creative process. I’d love to hear from you! You can find us on

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Your inner critic isn’t your enemy

The Wilderness of Creativity ·

2025/12/01

What if your greatest creative breakthrough isn’t about mastering technique, but learning to quiet the voice that says you’re not enough?In this conversation, Jenny Leigh Hodgins discusses the essence of creativity, emphasising that true creativity transcends skill and technique. She advocates for silencing the inner critic to connect with one's authentic voice and intent, fostering a more genuine creative expression.I’d love to hear from you! You can find us on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube - be

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How to create a sense of belonging when life uproots you

The Wilderness of Creativity ·

2025/11/27

What does it mean to belong when life keeps uprooting you? In part 2 of this week's episode, Bex opens up about how her business has been shaped by displacement and re-rooted through creativity. Through poetry, storytelling and values-driven action, we explore how identity is not just inherited but 'designed' over time. This is an invitation to reclaim your voice and discover what belonging really means for you. I’d love to hear from you! You can find us on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube - be sure

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37:28

Accidental moments of togetherness

The Wilderness of Creativity ·

2025/11/24

Home is a human right. Last year over five million people turned to Shelter for advice. New research shows at least 354,000 people in England, including 161,500 children, will spend Christmas without a home (stats from Dec 2024). In this conversation, Bex shares her personal journey, reflecting on how her experiences of moving homes and becoming a mother have shaped her identity and career in advertising. She discusses the emotional connection to home and the challenges she faced as a single mother

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41:25

Feel the fear and do it anyway

The Wilderness of Creativity ·

2025/11/17

What if the real power of creativity simply lies in showing up? In this episode, host Lucy Colgan continues her conversation with Sarah McDowell about where it all began, inviting listeners behind the scenes of her own creative journey, and reflects on what it really means to take the road less travelled. Drawing from the experience of launching the podcast just over 18 months ago, Lucy shares the laughter, vulnerability and unexpected insights that come from just starting, long before feeling like

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53:31

Leading from the heart

The Wilderness of Creativity ·

2025/11/10

What if the true strength of owning a small business lies not in scaling fast, but in leading with heart, sensitivity and genuine human connection?In this inspiring episode, we explore the essence of conscious entrepreneurship and the power of embracing sensitivity as a vital component of creative leadership. Discover how building authentic communities and fostering human connections can revolutionise the way you approach your business, transforming collaborations and workshops into deeply

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55:17

You'll never influence the world trying to be like it

The Wilderness of Creativity ·

2025/11/03

When life uproots you, what if it’s not the end, but the beginning of a slower kind of 'becoming'?Rosie’s story is one of creation in the midst of chaos. In this episode, she shares the birth story of The Triplet Tree, where Rosie combines three strands of her work - dance, massage and volunteering as forms of connection and healing. We explore how global disruption sparked not just adaptation, but transformation: a move to Bavaria, the building of a survival cabin, and the deep questioning of

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40:40

Show up and the magic will happen

The Wilderness of Creativity ·

2025/10/27

Can you see the invisible line that shapes your creative journey so far? Through the gentle guidance of nature, Elizabeth has discovered the invisible line that connects us all between the joy and sorrow, self-expression and self-care. She encourages us to understand how artistic practice becomes a form of inner resilience, revealing moments of beauty and meaning even in the depths of grief. This soulful conversation offers a reminder: creativity isn’t just an outlet, it’s a lifeline. I’d love to

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45:54

Adventure is waiting for you!

The Wilderness of Creativity ·

2025/10/20

What if the most powerful learning comes from embracing the 'side quest'? In this episode, we explore the heart of play-based learning and the power of continuous provision, not just as a classroom strategy, but as a long-term investment in children’s development, wellbeing, and future readiness.How does continuous provision create space for autonomy, creativity, and deep-level thinking?How can we measure the impact of play meaningfully, without losing its magic?What are the benefits of child-led

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45:20

Unlocking creativity through life-long learning

The Wilderness of Creativity ·

2025/10/13

What does learning a new language have to do with confidence, creativity and compassion? In this episode, we explore how language, music, and the arts can open doors, not just to communication, but to deeper understanding, cultural empathy and a more connected, expressive life.Thank you for listening,Stay wild xI’d love to hear from you! You can find us on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube - be sure to subscribe here so you never miss an episode - and check out our FREE Substack newsletter!Enjoying

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35:29

How one leap of faith can change everything

The Wilderness of Creativity ·

2025/10/06

What happens when you step away from what’s safe and follow an inner nudge—without knowing exactly where it’ll lead?Charlotte recently took a massive leap of faith and has landed somewhere totally unexpected! In this episode, Charlotte shares her bold leap from the classroom into the unexpected, how she’s crafting a new career with @nipperbout and why trusting the unknown might just lead you exactly where you need to be.Thank you for listening,Stay wild xCopyright 2025 Lucy Colgan I’d love to

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57:31

Reclaim the Map - YOU are the destination

The Wilderness of Creativity ·

2025/09/29

Welcome to this week's episode with guest Live Happy Coach, Beth Wilson (@livehappy_coach on Instagram) Beth has three main passions in life - helping people, creativity and spreading happiness. She is a Digital Comms Manager for national charity Home-Start UK. She’s also a life coach offering 1:1 coaching and creative play through workshops. Each workshop has a creative twist, think vision boards, scrapbooking and collaging. The workshops bring people together and encourage interesting

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Unlocking creative energy in your home

The Wilderness of Creativity ·

2025/09/25

Welcome to part 2 of this week's episode with Feng Shui consultant, Lorraine Lewis (@fengshuilorraine on Instagram) For over thirty years, Lorraine Lewis has worked her dream job as a Feng Shui consultant and teacher, helping individuals and corporate clients create powerful, positive changes by making simple yet impactful adjustments to their spaces. She has designed and delivered countless workshops, courses, and presentations, and regularly speaks at seminars and holistic events about the

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31:32

Feng Shui secrets to supercharge your creativity

The Wilderness of Creativity ·

2025/09/22

Welcome to Part 1 of this weeks' episode with special guest, Feng Shui Consultant, Lorraine Lewis (@fengshuilorraine on Instagram) For over thirty years, Lorraine Lewis has worked her dream job as a Feng Shui consultant and teacher, helping individuals and corporate clients create powerful, positive changes by making simple yet impactful adjustments to their spaces. She has designed and delivered countless workshops, courses, and presentations, and regularly speaks at seminars and holistic events

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40:44

May the (creative) force be with you

The Wilderness of Creativity ·

2025/09/15

Welcome to this week's episode with guest Katie Smart (@thesherwoodoutlaws on Instagram) Katie is a performer with The Sherwood Outlaws - a medieval stunt performance troupe based in Nottingham - as well as an outdoor educator for Notts Outdoors. Katie brings the legendary Maid Marian to life at live events, festivals, medieval-themed camps across the UK as well as lends her skills to media, film and television work as Princess Laia! Thank you for listening!Stay wild x Copyright 2025 Lucy Colgan

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23:01

What if?

The Wilderness of Creativity ·

2025/09/08

Welcome to this week's episode with guest Kate Wadsworth (@what.if.education on Instagram) Kate is an educator whose mission is to make education happier, less stressful, and more relevant for everyone. Not content to wait for systemic change, she is passionate about finding ways to create positive change independently. As a teacher, international consultant, education coach, and now author, she enjoys approaching learning from a different perspective. She advocates for learning experiences to be

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38:42

Why do our words matter?

The Wilderness of Creativity ·

2025/08/31

Welcome to this weeks' episode of The Wilderness of Creativity with Doctoral Researcher in Applied Linguistics Abi Kinsella (@abi_k_27_schwa on X )Applied Linguist passionate about harnessing creativity in language and communication to make knowledge accessible and enjoyable for as many people as possible! Key discussion points:The importance of audience engagement and transformative power of storytelling in podcasts. The exciting role of AI in language research and how creative approaches can

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