The Common Creative

“Never pick an argument with someone who buys ink by the barrel”.  

Brock Swinson is a filmmaker, screenwriter, interviewer for Creative Screenwriting Magazine and presenter of Creative Principles Podcast.  

His new book “Ink by the Barrel - secrets of Prolific Writers” references a quote by William Greener, which suggests that the key to great creativity lies in delivering work in volume rather than waiting to craft the perfect piece. 

(For example, Brock references movie director Bong Joon-Ho, who directed ten unsuccessful movies about class struggle before finally breaking through with his Oscar-winning masterpiece “Parasite”)

Having conducted interviews with over 400 writers, Brock unveils some of the best-kept secrets not only for creative writing but also fueling any creative process.

Tune in for a conversation that delves into powerful ideas for creativity with the insightful Brock Swinson.

LINKS:

Brock Swinson- Special Guest 

LinkedIn - linkedin.com/in/brockswinson

Instagram - www.instagram.com/brockswinson/

Twitter - https://twitter.com/BrockSwinson

Website - www.brockswinson.com/home

Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/creative-principles/id1292130289

Paul Fairweather - Co-host

https://www.paulfairweather.com

Chris Meredith - Co-host

https://www.chrismeredith.com.au

Two Common Creatives

https://www.twocommoncreatives.com/podcast

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How does a film director balance the desire for a high octane creative output with the practicalities of lights, cameras and action? And what draws a talented writer to focus his energy on the crazy world of Sci-Fi comedy?

Stimson Snead is based in Los Angeles and is an award-winning director and writer with a passion for independent film, unexpected perspectives, and stories infused with themes of scientific discovery and education. 

His most recent short, “Tim Travers & the Time Travelers Paradox”, is an official Selection of the Spokane International Film Festival and stars Samuel Dunning and Cassandra Carpenter. His earlier short, Spirit: A Martian Story, was the winner of “Best Science Fiction Short” at the 2020 Chicago Southland International Film Festival.

Tune in to discover what drives Stimson to deliver his quirky art and how he embraces an iterative creative process that evolves and changes as a raw script is turned into film and film is transformed into the final edit. 

Stimson Snead - Special Guest 

LinkedIn - linkedin.com/in/stimson-snead-370a1b15

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/stimsonsnead/

Website - https://stimsonsnead.com

Vimeo - https://vimeo.com/user3519878

IMDb - http://www.imdb.com/name/nm4676381/

Paul Fairweather - Co-host

https://www.paulfairweather.com

Chris Meredith - Co-host

https://www.chrismeredith.com.au

Two Common Creatives

https://www.twocommoncreatives.com/podcast

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Dr. Kristy Goodwin is an expert in digital well-being and productivity and the author of “Dear Digital We Need To Talk” -a guide to developing realistic, research-based ways to cultivate healthy and helpful digital habits. 

With her extensive background as a speaker, author, researcher, and consultant, Kristy provides invaluable insights into the impact of digital technologies on the health, well-being, and learning of children, adolescents, and adults.

Chris and Paul’s big take-outs?  Switch off all notifications. And allow time away from technology to immerse yourself in the ‘real world’.  

Join us for an enlightening conversation with Dr. Kristy Goodwin 

LINKS:

Kristy Goodwin- Special Guest 

Linkedin: linkedin.com/in/dr-kristy-goodwin

Twitter: drkristygoodwin

Instagram: www.instagram.com/drkristy/

Website: drkristygoodwin.com

Check out his new book: drkristygoodwin.com/deardigital/

Paul Fairweather - Co-host

https://www.paulfairweather.com

Chris Meredith - Co-host

https://www.chrismeredith.com.au

Two Common Creatives

https://www.twocommoncreatives.com/podcast

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In this week's episode, we are thrilled to introduce Dr. Mark Williams, a distinguished neuroscientist  and educator who is on a mission to create a ‘brain healthy world’. 

During the show, we delve into the intricate relationship between technology and the human brain.  Mark, sheds new light on the detrimental effects technology, particularly on our creative faculties. (He suggests a couple of powerful and practical solutions:  disconnect from notifications and immerse ourselves in activities that ignite different regions of our brain)s.

Mark is an internationally recognised Professor of Cognitive Neuroscience, with over 25 years of experience conducting behavioural and brain imaging research, focusing on our social skills. 

Not your typical academic, Mark is also defined by his desire to make his neuroscience discoveries more accessible to the general public (in other words, he’s a super-bright guy who also talks plain English!)

Head to the podcast to hear why being creative is to be vulnerable, why we should be honey bees not locusts and why our understanding of ‘tribes’ is so vital to the way we interact.

LINKS:

Mark Williams- Special Guest 

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-williams-4b401354/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheDrMarkWilliams

Twitter: https://twitter.com/MarkWil93486024

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedrmarkwilliams/

Website: https://www.drmarkwilliams.com/

Check out his new book: https://rethinkingthebrain.com/books/

Paul Fairweather - Co-host

https://www.paulfairweather.com

Chris Meredith - Co-host

https://www.chrismeredith.com.au

Two Common Creatives

https://www.twocommoncreatives.com/podcast

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Nik Robinson is the founder of Good Citizens, a company dedicated to untrashing the planet by  transforming plastic waste into stylish eyewear. 

Nik's diverse career has taken him from being a radio broadcaster and creative director to a donut maker and lecturer. He's driven by a deep passion for utilizing his creative talents to address critical issues and drive positive change. In 2018, he embarked on his mission with Good Citizens, leading the charge against the global plastic crisis.

In this episode, we not only gain insights into building a purpose-driven enterprise but also discover Nik's unique approach of involving his own children in this venture. It's a remarkable story of an entire family fully invested in  making a meaningful impact, where success is the only option.

Stay tuned to the end to discover why fear is an essential element of creativity, and be prepared to be inspired by Nik's unwavering dedication to making the world a better place through creative innovation.

LINKS:

Nik Robinson - Special Guest 

LinkedIn - linkedin.com/in/robinsonnik

Instagram -www.instagram.com/goodcitizens_official/

Website - http://www.goodcitizens.com.au/

Paul Fairweather - Co-host

https://www.paulfairweather.com

Chris Meredith - Co-host

https://www.chrismeredith.com.au

Two Common Creatives

https://www.twocommoncreatives.com/podcast

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This week's episode features Avi Liran - “The Eternal Optimist”.  A professional speaker and trainer, Avi's message is clear: the best way to nurture your soul is through the habit of seeing things positively and bringing delight into the world.  (As he points out, if you wake up each morning in a real bed with access to running water you’re already much more lucky than millions of others).  In this delightful conversation, we explore the concept of 'soul food' for personal development and its impact on creativity.

Avi Liran is renowned for his engaging and humorous approach to creating delightful workplaces and exceptional employee experiences. With a diverse career spanning roles as a former diplomat, trade commissioner, venture capital entrepreneur, and Chief Marketing Officer (CMO) of two IT companies, Avi brings a wealth of leadership insights to his sought-after talks and workshops.

Join us now for a journey into the benefits of delight, eternal optimism (and the importance of making your donations anonymously). 

LINKS:

Avi Liran- Special Guest 

LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/avizliran/

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/avi.liran/

Website - https://www.deliveringdelight.com/

Paul Fairweather - Co-host

https://www.paulfairweather.com

Chris Meredith - Co-host

https://www.chrismeredith.com.au

Two Common Creatives

https://www.twocommoncreatives.com/podcast

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Welcome to this week's episode featuring Steve Sharp, the 'workplace whisperer.' Steve shares his wisdom on cultivating workplace creativity and improving teamwork. Discover how to foster a culture where individuals feel empowered to contribute and collaborate effectively.

With over 25 years of experience leading large teams and conducting more than 150 leadership development and high-performance culture workshops, Steve's insights are invaluable. He was recognized as Young Executive of the Year by the Australian Financial Review.

Steve's approach blends neuroscience, psychological safety, and evidence-based leadership frameworks, all delivered in an engaging and enjoyable manner. 

Join us for an eye-opening conversation on creating exceptional workplace environments and maximizing creative potential. 

LINKS:

Steve Sharp- Special Guest 

LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/stevesharpspeaker/

Website - https://stevesharp.com.au/

Paul Fairweather - Co-host

https://www.paulfairweather.com

Chris Meredith - Co-host

https://www.chrismeredith.com.au

Two Common Creatives

https://www.twocommoncreatives.com/podcast

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A creative powerhouse with a reputation that most can only dream about,, Scott Belsky  wears many hats: entrepreneur, author, investor, and now an integral part of Adobe's leadership team. He's the genius behind Behance, the go-to online platform for the creative industry, where talent is showcased and discovered. Scott led Behance as CEO until Adobe's acquisition in 2012.

His influence extends beyond Behance; Scott has been an early product advisor and investor in noteworthy ventures like Pinterest, Uber, Carta, Flexport, sweetgreen, and Ro, to name a few. 

He's also a prolific author with two national bestselling books: 'Making Ideas Happen' and 'The Messy Middle.' (Don't forget to check out his popular monthly newsletter, 'Implications,' and his brainchild, 99U, a publication and annual conference dedicated to enhancing productivity in the creative world).

Join us for this super- insightful episode as we delve into Scott's remarkable journey and glean insights about sticking to the vision, wearing different hats (dreamer, incrementalist & doer) and the creative opportunities of AI.

LINKS:

Scott Belsky - Special Guest 

LinkedIn - http://linkedin.com/in/scottbelsky

Twitter - https://twitter.com/scottbelsky

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/scottbelsky/

Website - http://implications.com/

                https://www.scottbelsky.com/

Paul Fairweather - Co-host

https://www.paulfairweather.com

Chris Meredith - Co-host

https://www.chrismeredith.com.au

Two Common Creatives

https://www.twocommoncreatives.com/podcast

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Step right into our creative snippet, a mini-episode that provides a glimpse of this week's main attraction featuring, Lenny Ravich, a presenter, teacher, an author and has a youthful spirit that's truly inspiring.

Join Chris and Paul as they explore the profound art of reframing everyday events and how humor can ignite creative thinking. 

This episode is a joyful journey into the world of humour and the enriching rewards of optimism. 

Tune in now and let the positivity flow!

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Lenny Ravich, 87,  joins us from Tel Aviv in Israel at 1:00 AM local time - a supremely youthful presenter, teacher  and author of the best-selling book, "Everlasting Optimism."   

Lenny is also the co-creator of “Delivering Delight” alongside Avi Liran, where they offer crazy-sounding keynotes on "Dance Life. Don't Drag It" and workshops on "Humour and Laughter as a Way of Life." 

But there's more to his humour than meets the eye; beneath every punchline lies a profound message about the upsides of being able to re-frame every day events and way that humour can unleash creative thinking.

This episode is a joyful journey into the world of humour and the life-enriching benefits of optimism. Tune in now and get ready to be uplifted by this super-young 87 year-old.

LINKS:

Lenny Ravich- Special Guest 

LinkedIn - linkedin.com/in/lenny-ravich-21982536

Website - www.Lennyravich.org

                www.deliveringdelight.com

Paul Fairweather - Co-host

https://www.paulfairweather.com

Chris Meredith - Co-host

https://www.chrismeredith.com.au

Two Common Creatives

https://www.twocommoncreatives.com/podcast

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