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Chaotic Creatives

Lauren Hom, Rachael Renae

A show about embracing the chaos that comes from pursuing a creative life hosted by your friends Lauren Hom and Rachael Renae

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00:43:47

Oops! I Overcommitted (Again)

Chaotic Creatives ·

2026/03/02

After a long period away, Rachael found herself packing it all in when she returned to Detroit. Lauren was there to bear witness and support Rachael through the overwhelm, which inspired today’s discussion. They debrief on Rachael’s chaotic week, and talk ways to do all of what you truly want, while incorporating guardrails to prevent spiraling into burnout.Episode MentionsThe Wedding People: A Novel by Alison EspachWatch a recap of our Marshalls Workshop in Detroit!Check out Rachael’s Online

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00:40:41

Automation, Convenience, and Connecting with your...

Chaotic Creatives ·

2026/02/16

Lauren and Rachael discuss the tools and rules they use to navigate running their creative businesses online. They talk about the line between convenience and spoon feeding, pitching clients, and accepting the pros and cons that come with going your own way.Episode MentionsCheck out Rachael’s Online Community, The Juice Box here!Please explore “River Scars,” the work of Robert Hodgin who presented at OFFF MX 2025If you liked this episode, check out Episode 12 “The Spark: How Advice for Dating is

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00:35:37

What’s On Your Secret Menu?

Chaotic Creatives ·

2026/02/02

This episode is all about the “secret menu”, a concept that Lauren dreamed up for offering unprofitable skills that she still enjoys doing for herself and others. The hosts discuss the value of thinking of your own secret menu and how it can become a creative form of community care. This conversation is an invitation to pull your untapped abilities out of skill purgatory and put them to good use.Episode Mentions:Rachael’s Soup Gala Birthday PartyRachael’s Orange-Themed Birthday PartyWe are now

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00:42:22

Portfolios: Curating Your Creative Work Like a Pro

Chaotic Creatives ·

2026/01/19

Rachael is ready to get serious about being an artist; so she and Lauren discuss a common component of presenting yourself as one: a portfolio. When describing your creative work and ambitions, it can be extremely helpful to have a curated selection of pieces to back it up; but many questions arise when attempting to build an online portfolio. In this episode, you’ll gain some insight towards answering those questions for yourself. Is it okay to have one-off works vs a series? How can you focus your

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00:46:58

Unexpected Biz Lessons from FB Marketplace

Chaotic Creatives ·

2026/01/05

Lauren sold most of her things in the months leading up to moving back to BK and absorbed helpful lessons around sales, customer service, and communication that she brought back to her business. In this episode she shares these lessons with Rachael and reflects on how they were more easily absorbed when she was selling “stuff” (chairs, furniture, etc) as opposed to her creative work and services.Episode MentionsLauren’s NYC Bedroom Storage ProjectLauren at Creative Mornings NYCWe are now booking

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00:25:43

Crash Course - Part 4: Tips for Hosting Your First...

Chaotic Creatives ·

2025/10/27

In the conclusion of this first Crash Course mini-series, the hosts are sharing some of the commonly overlooked aspects of selling a workshop. They discuss how to navigate specific scenarios that they've encountered in hosting creative events and send you off with some encouraging words. Join us for this special in-person creative workshop in NYC on November 13th! Get tickets here!For a transcript of this episode, contact us at chaoticcreativespodcast@gmail.comCover art designed and photographed by

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00:23:47

Crash Course - Part 3: Workshop Planning, Pricing,...

Chaotic Creatives ·

2025/10/20

With a workshop concept locked in, Lauren and Rachael begin developing their idea into a more well-rounded offering. They work through how to provide the most valuable experience for workshop attendees, how to market the event, and what price point will cover costs while making a worthwhile profit for them as hosts. Throughout this phase of planning, they provide nuanced insight on what to consider when tailoring a gathering toward your own goals. Join us for this special in-person creative workshop

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00:20:03

Crash Course - Part 2: Figuring Out What Type of...

Chaotic Creatives ·

2025/10/13

Lauren and Rachael brainstorm on a guided experience that merges both of their skills and teaching styles. In pitching ideas to one another, they land on a workshop that they are both jazzed to facilitate! The big question is: Can they develop this idea into a strong, marketable offering?Episode Mentions:Lauren's Tutorial on Turning Junk Mail into Paper Clay for Crafts Lauren's Upcycled Croissant Lauren's Upcycled Pedestal Planter Shoutout to Meg Lewis and their 'taper mache' method. Check out

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00:22:17

Crash Course - Part 1: How to Host a Creative Workshop

Chaotic Creatives ·

2025/10/06

Welcome to Crash Course! A Chaotic Creative mini series about gathering in the material world. Follow Lauren and Rachael as they plan a workshop that you can actually attend this November in New York City! In part one, the gals share how they began teaching and why they believe workshops are a great way to grow your creative community and business. Shoutout to The Dugout Podcast, which was an inspiration for this format. Go check them out!Join us for this special in-person creative workshop in NYC

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01:12:38

Staying Creatively Grounded While Grieving

Chaotic Creatives ·

2025/09/08

In this wide-ranging conversation, Rachael and Lauren discuss how they stay creatively grounded in periods of grief; they then realize that the conversations they’ve had as friends and co-hosts have had a grounding effect as well. This season’s closing coincides with the closing of chapters in the respective lives of the Chaotic Creatives team and in this long indulgent sendoff, your gals are looking forward even while holding the sadness that comes with change. Episode MentionsBrené Brown: The Fast

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01:01:38

Choosing Our Own Adventures

Chaotic Creatives ·

2025/08/25

In this penultimate episode of season 3, Rachael and Lauren both find themselves at the precipice of major change in their lives. They discuss how the nature of these changes have influenced their priorities and styles of decision-making. Expanding beyond the new seasons in their lives, they raise the importance of doing what you can to prioritize your creative work, and honing your intuition by practicing decisiveness in everyday scenarios.Episode Mentions:Paper pulp on Lauren’s blogGrit by Angela

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00:54:59

Phone a Friend: The Creative Coaching Episode

Chaotic Creatives ·

2025/08/11

Get a sense of what a creative coaching session is like as Lauren and Rachael help each other with specific challenges they are facing in their respective businesses and lives. Each host listens and offers insights to help the other move closer to achieving their goals.Episode MentionsHere is the Forbes article about Mud Witch, and the inspiration behind their ceramics.Check out Lauren's website for an example of the "trail mix" style portfolio.Learn more about Lauren's 4-Week Portfolio

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00:44:49

Workspace, Play Place: Designing a Creative Haven

Chaotic Creatives ·

2025/07/28

Much has been covered about the what, why, and how we create but this episode is all about WHERE we do our creative work. In the wake of Lauren’s big move back to NYC, she’s been thinking a lot about transitioning from a dedicated art studio to a wall in her new bedroom. It’s got the gals thinking about the benefits of having a home within your home (however small) JUST for being the best, most imaginative, creative you possible. They talk about the possibilities and limitations of making dedicated

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00:49:00

Field Guide to Finding Creative Community IRL

Chaotic Creatives ·

2025/07/14

Rachael was brimming with excitement after her experience at this year’s Alt Summit. As she shared the details with Lauren, a discussion unfolded about all of the places to find your people and the magic of face-to-face meetings. Consider this a more extended answer to a listener question from the previous episode about finding connection around your creative passions and hobbies. Your chaotic creative gals explore the benefits of gathering, navigating forming adult bonds, and being clear on the

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00:57:52

Q&A: Finding Clarity and Connection in Your Creative...

Chaotic Creatives ·

2025/06/30

Rachael and Lauren continue to answer listener questions! They discuss their silly, self-indulgent projects, ideas on building community, and navigating the more tedious aspects of living a creative life.Topics CoveredThe silliest things the hosts created that made their souls smile. Ways to respond when people say “you should sell these,” if you don’t want to turn your passion into a business. Finding a creative community that also aligns with your values. Balancing the tedious parts with the

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00:57:23

Can You Avoid Being Cringe Online? And Other Listener...

Chaotic Creatives ·

2025/06/16

Lauren and Rachael answer more of your questions! Being authentically you, building confidence, avoiding the cringe: these were a few of the concerns listeners had about developing an online presence and promoting their work. The hosts explore these ideas the best way they know how, with lots of curiosity and nuance, to guide you toward what works best for you!Questions CoveredTips/advice for incorporating playfulness, sparkle, and fun into your corporate job/work.How to not be cringey when

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00:56:54

Purpose, Process, and Embracing the Unexpected

Chaotic Creatives ·

2025/06/02

Lauren and Rachael discuss the importance of managing expectations throughout the creative process and journey. As artists, we can’t help but to dream big and plan accordingly; BUT leaving space for unexpected twists and turns can allow us to better enjoy the process and tap into our playfulness. There is so much to gain when we embrace the detours that often occur on the path to where we really want to be. We hope this discussion allows you, dear listener, to be less hard on yourself and develop a

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00:55:16

Nature, Nurture, and the Creative Journey

Chaotic Creatives ·

2025/05/19

In this discussion, Rachael and Lauren explore the how their upbringings, and communities of origin have influenced the trajectories of their creative lives and careers.Episode Mentions:ESPN 30 for 30: Bad BoysRodman: For Better or WorseThe Last DanceSponsors:Mural Painting for DesignersDress For YourselfThe transcript for this episode can be found here!Cover art designed and photographed by Kristle Marshall for Hom Sweet HomIf you love what we are doing and want to support us, head to

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00:45:28

The “Bummed Hole” Survival Kit

Chaotic Creatives ·

2025/05/05

The creative path is full of wonder and play; but sadness, depression, and grief are inevitable parts of the human experience. Rachael and Lauren return by discussing how they navigate these very real seasons in life while remaining committed to what they are passionate about. As we face down ever-increasing uncertainty and loss, does art still matter? Your creative gals say YES! This chat explores art practice as a healing balm and energizing force in our lives and communities.Mentions:The War of

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00:52:32

Why We Love Passion Projects & Creative Challenges

Chaotic Creatives ·

2025/03/03

For this final episode of Season 2, Rachael and Lauren talk about creating challenges and passion projects and how the practice can be useful for self-discovery, play, and meeting creative milestones. They examine crafting prompts from both personal and business perspectives and share helpful examples along the way.Big thanks to our audience for listening this season. Please share our pod with someone you think would love the show AND give us a rating and review! We’ll be back soon for Season 3!In

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