The Wilderness of Creativity

In this episode, Camille shares how embracing her dual identities led to creative breakthroughs - from engineering labs to the dance floor - and how blending science with art can inspire a more balanced and integrated approach to education and life.

We explore the exciting possibilities at the intersection of STEM and the arts, and how integrating these disciplines in education can lead to more holistic learning. Camille also shares insights on finding balance in creative projects and the importance of honouring both logic and imagination in the pursuit of innovation.

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Copyright 2026 Lucy Colgan

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Lucy Colgan is a seasoned creative leader, educator and podcast host with nearly two decades of experience in the arts and education. She holds a PGCE in Drama & Performing Arts and a Professional Diploma in Dance from Trinity Laban, and has worked as a freelance artist, project manager, and director across the creative sector.

She launched The Wilderness of Creativity in 2024 and invites listeners to explore what it really means to 'take the road less travelled', combining vulnerability, practical insight and inspirational storytelling.

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Camille Mauduit is an experienced and highly motivated engineer, recognised for her strong leadership and exceptional interpersonal skills. A chartered engineer with the Institute of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE), Camille has made significant contributions to the design and integration of complex jet engine and aircraft systems through multiple certification campaigns. In addition to all this, Camille is a passionate pilot and dancer, embodying a dynamic approach to both her professional and creative pursuits. Her diverse skills and expertise fuel her passion for innovation and resilience, which she shares with the world unapologetically.

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What if your space could tell your story?

This episode explores the transformative power of interior design and how it can shape the way we live, feel and connect with our environment. Kim shares insights into creating inclusive and accessible spaces that truly reflect the client’s needs, lifestyle and identity. From thoughtful layout choices to intentional design details, we discuss how your home can become a canvas for storytelling. Plus, get practical, creative tips to help you design a space that feels both functional and deeply meaningful.

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Lucy Colgan is a seasoned creative leader, educator and podcast host with nearly two decades of experience in the arts and education. She holds a PGCE in Drama & Performing Arts and a Professional Diploma in Dance from Trinity Laban, and has worked as a freelance artist, project manager, and director across the creative sector.

She launched The Wilderness of Creativity in 2024 and invites listeners to explore what it really means to 'take the road less travelled', combining vulnerability, practical insight and inspirational storytelling.

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Kim is a former NHS nurse who career changed into Interior Design. She is passionate about the influence of our surroundings and is deeply committed to creating spaces that support her client's health and wellbeing. Kim uses her nursing knowledge and experience to inform her designs, and specialises in Inclusive and Accessible spaces, with an aim to promote dignity and independence without compromising on style. She lives with her husband, four children and lively black Labrador.

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What does it really mean to be wealthy?

It's not just about how much money you've got in your savings - it's about freedom, confidence, and control. In this episode, we unpick the layers of money myths, demystify the stock market, and explore how a little financial education can unlock massive creative potential in your life and future.

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Lucy Colgan is a seasoned creative leader, educator and podcast host with nearly two decades of experience in the arts and education. She holds a PGCE in Drama & Performing Arts and a Professional Diploma in Dance from Trinity Laban, and has worked as a freelance artist, project manager, and director across the creative sector.

She launched The Wilderness of Creativity in 2024 and invites listeners to explore what it really means to 'take the road less travelled', combining vulnerability, practical insight and inspirational storytelling.

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Hannah Mayfield is a qualified financial adviser and founder of What is Wealth.

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The canvas of learning

What if the key to understanding history, and yourself, was hidden in the stories we create?

In this episode, we journey through Scotland’s rich past using art and photography as our guide, exploring how creativity can not only tell powerful stories, but also reshape careers and lives.

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Lucy Colgan is a seasoned creative leader, educator and podcast host with nearly two decades of experience in the arts and education. She holds a PGCE in Drama & Performing Arts and a Professional Diploma in Dance from Trinity Laban, and has worked as a freelance artist, project manager, and director across the creative sector.

She launched The Wilderness of Creativity in 2024 and invites listeners to explore what it really means to 'take the road less travelled', combining vulnerability, practical insight and inspirational storytelling.

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Nancy Pinkerton is a mixed media artist originally from Canada, now residing in Edinburgh for the past 18 years. Her work, which seamlessly blends history, tourism, and culture, has captivated audiences and earned her an associate distinction from the Royal Photographic Society in 2020 for her "Scotland’s Chequered Throne" series. Nancy's unique approach to art, particularly her use of levitation photography, allows her to create magical and distinctive photographs that tell compelling stories. One of her most celebrated collections, "Scotland’s Chequered Throne," uses objects, playing cards, and a chessboard to narrate the tales of Scottish Monarchs. This innovative series exemplifies Nancy's talent for making history accessible and engaging for tourists and enthusiasts alike. Nancy’s work continues to highlight her skill in blending artistic creativity with historical narrative, offering viewers a fresh perspective on Scotland's royal past.

Nancy Pinkerton is a mixed media artist originally from Canada, now residing in Edinburgh for the past 18 years. Her work, which seamlessly blends history, tourism, and culture, has captivated audiences and earned her an associate distinction from the Royal Photographic Society in 2020 for her "Scotland’s Chequered Throne" series. Nancy's unique approach to art, particularly her use of levitation photography, allows her to create magical and distinctive photographs that tell compelling stories. One of her most celebrated collections, "Scotland’s Chequered Throne," uses objects, playing cards, and a chessboard to narrate the tales of Scottish Monarchs. This innovative series exemplifies Nancy's talent for making history accessible and engaging for tourists and enthusiasts alike. Nancy’s work continues to highlight her skill in blending artistic creativity with historical narrative, offering viewers a fresh perspective on Scotland's royal past.

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Can creativity heal us from the inside out?

In this gentle yet thought-provoking episode, we explore how artistic expression, nature, and community connection can become essential tools for supporting mental health and holistic wellbeing.

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Copyright 2026 Lucy Colgan

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Lucy Colgan is a seasoned creative leader, educator and podcast host with nearly two decades of experience in the arts and education. She holds a PGCE in Drama & Performing Arts and a Professional Diploma in Dance from Trinity Laban, and has worked as a freelance artist, project manager, and director across the creative sector.

She launched The Wilderness of Creativity in 2024 and invites listeners to explore what it really means to 'take the road less travelled', combining vulnerability, practical insight and inspirational storytelling.

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Jane Prewett is the owner of Soapy Jane. She creates handcrafted aromatherapy soaps, lip balms, and personalised clay face mask kits that can be enjoyed at home, through one-on-one Zoom sessions, and fun group pamper evenings. Just last October, she starting leading in-person natural skincare workshops at her new workshop at home. Jane grows many of the botanicals used in her products in her beautiful garden, and she has found that gardening has significantly helped her mental health, as she deals with depression and anxiety.

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What if your energy holds the key to your healing?

In this episode, we explore how creative intuition and energy modalities can unlock powerful personal transformation, if you're willing to stay open to the journey. From understanding the chakra system to exploring different energy modalities, we discuss how tuning into your inner energy flow can support emotional, spiritual and even physical healing. We also discuss the power of staying open-minded on your healing path and how embracing the unseen can lead to profound transformation. Whether you're energy-curious or already walking a spiritual path, this episode offers both grounding and inspiration.

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Lucy Colgan is a seasoned creative leader, educator and podcast host with nearly two decades of experience in the arts and education. She holds a PGCE in Drama & Performing Arts and a Professional Diploma in Dance from Trinity Laban, and has worked as a freelance artist, project manager, and director across the creative sector.

She launched The Wilderness of Creativity in 2024 and invites listeners to explore what it really means to 'take the road less travelled', combining vulnerability, practical insight and inspirational storytelling.

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Diana is an energy healing (Reiki/ Seichem) therapist and teacher who is based in Leeds. She has successfully developed her own Natural Transformation Therapy - Soul Synergy Experience, which is a holistic therapy approved by; The Healer Foundation, The British Complementary Medicine Association (BCMA) and Holistic Insurance. As an intuitive healing energy therapist, Diana creates solutions-based sessions that are tailored to fit the unique needs of each of her clients. Her therapies are accessible to all and are each designed to inspire you to connect to your inner strength, peace and confidence leading you to transform the challenges you are facing to arrive at solutions.

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What if your hormones were the key to unlocking your creative potential?

In this episode, Menstrual Cycle Coach Amy Blakeman discusses the often-overlooked connection between women’s hormonal health and the flow of energy, intuition,# and self-expression. It’s time to have the conversations we’ve been missing!

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Lucy Colgan is a seasoned creative leader, educator and podcast host with nearly two decades of experience in the arts and education. She holds a PGCE in Drama & Performing Arts and a Professional Diploma in Dance from Trinity Laban, and has worked as a freelance artist, project manager, and director across the creative sector.

She launched The Wilderness of Creativity in 2024 and invites listeners to explore what it really means to 'take the road less travelled', combining vulnerability, practical insight and inspirational storytelling.

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What happens when you trade the corporate grind for a creative life fuelled by purpose?

Join us as we explore a transformative journey toward joy, creativity, and building a business that truly supports neurodivergent entrepreneurs. Discover the motivation behind founding BelieVA Business Support, a unique venture dedicated to empowering neurodivergent business owners, and learn how collaboration and storytelling play vital roles in this journey.

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Lucy Colgan is a seasoned creative leader, educator and podcast host with nearly two decades of experience in the arts and education. She holds a PGCE in Drama & Performing Arts and a Professional Diploma in Dance from Trinity Laban, and has worked as a freelance artist, project manager, and director across the creative sector.

She launched The Wilderness of Creativity in 2024 and invites listeners to explore what it really means to 'take the road less travelled', combining vulnerability, practical insight and inspirational storytelling.

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Ina is the Bee-E-O of BeelieVA Business Support. She specialises in helping and connecting neurodivergent business owners with the perfect team to grow and scale their businesses. Ina is on a mission to find the right fit for her clients—ranging from worker bees to business partners—because she believes that the right people can make the biggest difference in their success.

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How does a mind wired differently become a creative superpower? Join us as Jo shares her unique journey as an illustrator, revealing how ADHD and hyper-fantasia fuel her artistic vision and drive her success.

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Lucy Colgan is a seasoned creative leader, educator and podcast host with nearly two decades of experience in the arts and education. She holds a PGCE in Drama & Performing Arts and a Professional Diploma in Dance from Trinity Laban, and has worked as a freelance artist, project manager, and director across the creative sector.

She launched The Wilderness of Creativity in 2024 and invites listeners to explore what it really means to 'take the road less travelled', combining vulnerability, practical insight and inspirational storytelling.

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Jo Phillips is a seasoned creative with a rich background in art and design, holding an MA in Illustration. Despite facing significant health challenges, including Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome, Fibromyalgia and being late diagnosed Autistic, ADHD, and Dyslexic, Jo's determination and passion have driven her to success. She founded a Jewish greeting card business that made it to London’s renowned John Lewis department store and now runs a thriving handmade paper shop on Etsy, PaperlyUK. Jo’s journey is a testament to resilience and adaptation, as she continues to inspire as a freelance illustrator and designer, focusing on surface pattern designs. Her recent ADHD diagnosis has been life-changing, enhancing her understanding of her creative process and mental health. Jo’s story offers valuable insights into finding joy amidst adversity and embracing one's unique path.

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Join us as we discuss the realities of managing chronic illness and parenting simultaneously, and how these experiences shaped the journey into self-employment. Amy also shares practical tips for streamlining life and business processes to reduce overwhelm and build sustainable success. Whether you’re balancing multiple roles or planning your own self-employment path, this episode offers inspiration and actionable strategies to help you thrive.

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Lucy Colgan is a seasoned creative leader, educator and podcast host with nearly two decades of experience in the arts and education. She holds a PGCE in Drama & Performing Arts and a Professional Diploma in Dance from Trinity Laban, and has worked as a freelance artist, project manager, and director across the creative sector.

She launched The Wilderness of Creativity in 2024 and invites listeners to explore what it really means to 'take the road less travelled', combining vulnerability, practical insight and inspirational storytelling.

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Amy Mandelj is a single mum to her son, Tyler, and a dedicated entrepreneur. She is the founder of A&T Office Admin Solutions, where she helps businesses streamline their operations and regain precious time, and co-owner of A Tinchy Bit of Sparkle that she owns with her son, a venture focused on promoting positivity through crystals and wellness products. Amy's work is driven by her passion for helping others and her personal journey with neurodivergence and chronic illness, making her a compassionate advocate and resource for those navigating similar paths.

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