The Common Creative

Did you know AI bots can hallucinate?  The term doesn’t mean that Chat GPT is taking drugs (!!) - instead it’s a technical term to reflect the fact that AI can ‘invent or derive answers to questions that it doesn’t have a direct answer for.  

In other words, not everything that a bot states is true and, in their own way, bots are gaslighting or promoting ideas that appear to be based on fact.

In this episode, Jeremy Wagstaff, technology journalist, explains  more about AI’s “hallucination” and raises other thought-provoking questions such as the fact that the people who will be most affected by AI were not consulted or considered when it was developed. 

In short, AI is rapidly developing into something that no-one has forecast or has planned for.

Jeremy Wagsatff, is one of the world's foremost technology journalists. A writer, consultant and good friend of Chris, he has over 35 years of experience, working with organizations like the BBC, Reuters, and The Wall Street Journal.

LINKS 

Jeremy Wagstaff- Special Guest 

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/wagstaff/

Blog: https://www.loosewireblog.com

Twitter: https://twitter.com/loosewire

Paul Fairweather - Co-host

https://www.paulfairweather.com

Chris Meredith - Co-host

https://www.chrismeredith.com.au

Two Common Creatives

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This week's guest on The Common Creative, Dr. Mark van Rijmenam, CSP—a trailblazing strategic futurist and highly sought-after international keynote speaker. With his knack for simplifying complex ideas and captivating audiences, Mark has inspired over 100,000 leaders across more than 25 countries on all continents.

In this episode, we dive deep into the captivating realm of future tech, with a special focus on artificial intelligence and the metaverse. Mark's expertise in these cutting-edge fields makes for a ripper conversation. 

Get ready to have your mind blown as Mark delves into the potential repercussions of AI - including a prediction that, if AI is like the genie’s lamp (you know, the one that offers three magic wishes), then the third wish will inevitably be  “undo the first two wishes”.  

Tune in now as we explore the uncharted territories of creativity on steroids!

Mark van Rijmenam - Special Guest 

My website: https://thedigitalspeaker.com

My LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/markvanrijmenam

Read my latest article: Unleashing the Generative AI Genie: A Brave New Metaverse or a Nightmare Scenario? 

Paul Fairweather - Co-host

https://www.paulfairweather.com

Chris Meredith - Co-host

https://www.chrismeredith.com.au

Two Common Creatives

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Marcus Byrne is an accomplished designer and Photoshop professional. As Head of Art at Thinkerbell, he's a design leader in creative production and AI. Father of eight-
year-old illustrator Charlie Marker - a previous guest on The Common Creative.

Marcus's recent personal projects have captured global attention. His explorations into AI have led to viral sensations such as "What if Antoni Gaudi designed regular household appliances" and "What if graffiti tags influenced the architecture of the buildings they once adorned?" 

These projects gained significant traction, being featured in renowned publications like Forbes, Trendhunter, Designboom, Cool Hunting, and even landing printed pieces in Germany. Marcus was also interviewed by The Guardian UK about his groundbreaking work. 

In light of the growing influence of AI in the creative industry, Marcus is interested in exploring how we, as humans, can utilize this power for social good, or if it's too late to control its impact.

Join us as we delve into his experiences, his creative journey, and his insights into the ever-evolving intersection of art, technology, and social impact.

LINKS:

Marcus Byrne - Special Guest 

LinkedIn - http://linkedin.com/in/marcus-byrne

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

Website - http://marcusbyrne.com/

Marcus's Book to help with Prompt Crafting. 

• Learn how prompts work with 101 Midjourney Prompt Secrets. Download a free sample book here: https://marcusbyrne.gumroad.com/l/101promptsecretsbook

• THE GUARDIAN - https://www.theguardian.com/artanddesign/gallery/2023/jan/14/moderngadgets-style-gaudi-ai-midjourney-in-pictures 
• ARCHIPANIC INTERVIEW - https://www.archipanic.com/graffiti-architectures-marcus-byrne/ 
• MUMBRELLA OPINION PIECE - https://mumbrella.com.au/has-the-horse-already-bolted-772395 
• AI WEBSITES - https://www.midjourney.com https://openai.com/product/dall-e-2 

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 a special episode of our podcast as we join the world in celebrating National Creativity Day! and today we are diving deep into the boundless power of imagination and honouring the remarkable capacity for creativity within all of us.

In this short but impactful episode, we will explore the wonders of creativity and its profound impact on our lives. From art to music, writing to design, and everything in between, creativity encompasses a vast spectrum of expressions that enrich our world.

Let us remind ourselves that we are all creative beings, and our unique ideas have the power to shape the world around us

So, take a moment to pause, sit back, and listen to this special episode dedicated to National Creativity Day. Enjoy!

LINKS:

Paul Fairweather - Co-host

https://www.paulfairweather.com

Chris Meredith - Co-host

https://www.chrismeredith.com.au

Two Common Creatives

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Derek Leddie, our special guest this week, is a visionary entrepreneur who built a global market research consultancy by combining the perfect blend of a vibrant culture and agile creative leadership. He is the founder of The Leading Edge, Australia's most successful market research company, known for its cutting-edge approaches. After selling his company, Derek embarked on a transformative journey, exploring his passions for teaching yoga and running a grade school in Bali. Today, he is recognised as one of Australia's most successful business coaches, renowned for his unique style that blends spirit, biology, and the power of the mind.

Derek shares his inspiring story and discusses the profound shift in mindset he experienced when he made the decision to sell his company and pursue other interests. We delve into his insights on intuition, exploring the connection between the mind, body, and spirituality. It's a captivating exploration of how these elements have found acceptance in the broader corporate world. His depth of thought and emotional awareness are truly remarkable.

Tune in to this episode as we explore Derek Leddie's remarkable journey and gain valuable insights into the realms of intuition, mind-body connection, and spirituality in the corporate world. Prepare to be inspired!

LINKS:

Derek Leddie - Special Guest

• LinkedIn - https://au.linkedin.com/in/derekleddie
• Website - collectivemind.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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In this episode, we have two special guests, Lauren Tan and Liz Soutar, who are both specialists in human-centered design that help teams inside organisations to solve complex problems using empathy and creativity.

Lauren and Liz are both Design Thinking Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) with over 17 and 20 years of experience respectively. They have worked at the intersection of design and business, published papers and books on design, and presented at conferences. Lauren currently works as a Specialist Director in Deloitte Australia's Consulting practice, while Liz is a Specialist Senior Manager. They both apply creative thinking to solve problems for start-ups and large institutions, and have pioneered the use of Human-Centered Design (HCD) in various organisations, including Westpac.

They delve into their own journeys and how they successfully enable creative processes for professional services consultants. It was incredibly insightful to learn from their different points of view and experiences. And discussed how human-centered design can help teams to be more creative and innovative, and how it can be integrated into existing business processes.

The show is titled "Creativity by Style," which is a fitting title as it highlights how they have learned to wrap creativity in business processes and language, making it more accessible and comfortable for business people. Overall, this episode provides valuable insights into the power of human-centered design and how it can be used to solve complex problems and drive innovation in organisations. We hope you enjoy the discussion as much as we did!

LINKS:

Liz Soutar - Special Guest

• LinkedIn - linkedin.com/in/liz-soutar-3744079

Lauren Tan - Special Guest

• LinkedIn - linkedin.com/in/laurentan

MAKE PUBLICATION - https://www2.deloitte.com/au/en/pages/technology/articles/make.html

Paul Fairweather - Co-host

https://www.paulfairweather.com

Chris Meredith - Co-host

https://www.chrismeredith.com.au

Two Common Creatives

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This week’s guest is the multi-talented Chris Lutkin, an award-winning audiobook narrator, actor, content creator, and a writer. Chris is a professional, full time creative. He knows what it's like to be creative and earn money as a creator, throughout his career. He emphasises the importance of understanding the material and being able to take direction in having a good voice.

Chris started his audiobook career in 2014 and has since narrated over 60 titles, receiving recognition with a Parent's Choice Silver Award and an EarPhones Award for his exceptional work. He's now converting his screenplay, which has been twice optioned, into a novel, inspired by the real-life story of a forgotten 19th-century baseball player named "Bull." Chris will produce this novel as an audiobook, bringing the story to life for audiences. 

In addition to his work in audiobooks, Chris is a member of Ensemble Studio Theatre, as well as SAG-AFTRA and AEA. He has appeared in numerous commercials, films, television shows, and on stages across the country. Chris has also taught Acting for Camera classes and workshops for various institutions, including New York University, Lee Strasberg Institute, Weist-Barron Studios, Chicago Improv Festival, and Kansas City Improv Festival. He has even taught for a non-profit in Detroit.

Join us as we dive into Chris Lutkin's unique and impressive career path, and hear his insights into audiobook narration and content creation.

LINKS:

Chris Lutkin - Special Guest

• LinkedIn - ttps://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-lutkin-85714ab9/h
• Website - https://www.chrislutkin.com/
• Audiobooks - https://www.audible.com/search?searchNarrator=Chris+Lutkin 
• Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/lutlucky/
• Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100081013245787
• Tiktok - https://www.tiktok.com/@lutlucky?lang=en
• Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/user/Screengym 

SELF PUBLISHING LINKS:

“A Guide to the Accurate Presentation of 1858-1869 Baseball”

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B085K7T5F8/ref=rdr_ext_tmb

“Team Improv 123” by Heather Lutkin 

https://www.amazon.com/dp/1713210754?ref_=pe_3052080_397514860 

Chris Lutkin’s Fine Art America Site 

 https://fineartamerica.com/profiles/chris-lutkin

Bull the MOVIE

https://bullthemovie.wordpress.com/

 

Paul Fairweather - Co-host

https://www.paulfairweather.com

Chris Meredith - Co-host

https://www.chrismeredith.com.au

Two Common Creatives

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Andrea Sampson has a natural talent for developing compelling stories and persuasive content. Her job is to help bright people communicate their ideas to an audience. She talked about the role of storytelling, visuals, and how she assists people.

With over 25 years of experience in marketing and advertising, Andrea Sampson is a former Strategist and Consultant. She has presented and developed strategies for Fortune 100 companies. Andrea is sought after for her assistance in helping teams and executives develop their presentations or pitches. 

Four years ago, Andrea's passion for ideas led her to volunteer at TEDxToronto as a Speaker Coach. She eventually became the Director of Programming in 2015 and the Conference Co-Chair in 2016. This voluntary role was instrumental in the creation of Talk Boutique, a speaker management, development, and representation company. Andrea was also the Co-Director of the 2017 Singularity University Canada Summit.

LINKS:

Andrea Sampson - Special Guest

•  LinkedIn - linkedin.com/in/acsampson
• Twitter - https://twitter.com/LightningRod29
• Website - http://www.talkboutique.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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If you’ve ever considered launching your own business, this is the show for you. Donna Loughlin has helped over 500 businesses come to market and is full of insights for budding entrepreneurs. 

Donna Loughlin is the Founder of LMGPR and known for her work with futurists and innovators. She has launched more than 500 companies taking them from stealth to market leaders since forming her agency in 2002. 

She is also the host of “Before It Happened”, a leading narrative podcast featuring visionaries and the moments, events, and realisations that inspired them to change our lives for the better. 

Donna excels in the realm of storytelling, and uses those skills to propel new companies into the mainstream. 

LINKS:

Donna Loughlin - Special Guest

•  LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/donnal2/
• Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/beforeithappenedshow/
• Website - https://www.lmgpr.com
• Podcast - https://www.beforeithappened.com/

Paul Fairweather - Co-host

https://www.paulfairweather.com

Chris Meredith - Co-host

https://www.chrismeredith.com.au

The Common Creatives

https://www.twocommoncreatives.com/podcast

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Looking for insights about the role of a physical space in building creativity and community? This is the episode for you!

To Melissa Marsden, a workspace isn't just the place to come to work. Instead, it is a place that should elevate the employee experience. An interior designer and a workplace design strategist, Melissa shares insights about what a workplace is really for and the role of ‘neighbourhoods’ in the workspaces. 

A Workplace Dynamics Strategist and founder of COMUNiTI who reimagines work environments to drive high-performing teams, Melissa's unique Workplace Dynamics Blueprint (™) guides organisations to create workplaces that attract top-tier talent. Melissa is also the host of the popular “Work Life by Design” podcast.

With over 20 years' experience in her field, her client list includes APA, Hall Chadwick, Rugby Australia, Sunshine Coast City Council, Air New Zealand, Entain, and many more.

LINKS:

Melissa Marsden - Special Guest

•  LinkedIn - http://linkedin.com/in/melissamarsden
• Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/melmar/
• Website - https://www.melissamarsden.com.au/
• Podcast - Work Life By Design (melissamarsden.com.au)
• Book - The Next Workplace

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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