What happens when a single conversation sparks an entire creative movement?

In this episode, we’re joined by Esther Lemmens, graphic designer, podcast host, and the visionary behind the upcoming Anthology of Hope. What began as a simple idea to document gender-diverse stories evolved into a multi-layered creative project blending interviews, art, poetry, and powerful lived experiences.

We talk about the winding road from podcast to anthology, what it’s like to hold space for other people’s stories, and how creativity often unfolds in ways we never planned. Esther shares the behind-the-scenes journey of curating deeply personal submissions, designing a visually rich book experience, and following the intuitive nudges that shaped the project.

We also wander into creative flow states, co-creation, artistic activism, and how art becomes the starting point for social change.

If you love conversations about storytelling, creative process, and building meaningful books that ripple outward into the world, you’re going to love this one.

More from Ester:

Fifty Shades of Gender Podcast

Anthology of Hope Book

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