



Episode 190 - Kylee Leota: Creativity on Pause
In this episode, Kylee Leota shares her journey from accidental entrepreneur to trusted leadership advisor. We explore how curiosity fuels creativity, how leaders can create psychologically safe cultures, and the practical frameworks Kylee uses to help people think differently, lead with confidence…

Episode 189 - Dale Beaumont: Creative Blueprint
In this episode, we are joined by Dale Beaumont, serial entrepreneur, author, and technology innovator. Dale shares his entrepreneurial journey, the mindset shifts required to thrive in a fast-changing world, and how technology and AI are reshaping the way we build businesses and think creatively. …

Episode 188 - Johanna Fink: Yellow Shelf Creative
In this episode, Paul and Chris are joined by Johanna Fink, who shares the story behind Yellow Shelf, a platform designed to help busy people discover books and podcasts through short, focused interviews. Joe reflects on his transition from corporate life to creative storytelling, and how clarity a…

Episode 187 - Kelly Stoetzel: creaTED Ideas & Stories
In this episode, Paul is joined by Kelly Stoetzel, curator, creative producer, and former Head of Conferences at TED. Kelly shares her journey from the art world to shaping some of the world’s most influential idea-driven stages, and how powerful ideas are discovered, refined, and brought to life. …

Episode 186 - Nina Sunday: Self-starting Creative
In this episode of the Common Creative Podcast, Paul and Chris are joined by Nina Sunday, educator, author, speaker, and host of the global podcast Manage Self, Lead Others. Nina shares her creative journey across education, film, television, and leadership, and offers sharp insights into how ideas…

Episode 185 - Robin Moon: Picturing Creativity
In this episode of The Common Creative Podcast, Chris Meredith speaks with Robin Moon, a former nurse who reinvented her life to become an accomplished wildlife photographer. Robin shares her transition from a high-pressure healthcare career to discovering photography later in life, finding connec…

Episode 184 - Natalie Conyer: Crime and Creativity
In this episode of the Common Creative Podcast, Chris interviews award-winning crime writer Natalie Conyer about her journey from a career in administration to becoming a successful author later in life. Natalie shares her love of crime fiction, the pivotal moment that led her to pursue writing ful…

Episode 183 - Toni Powell: Sh!t Happy Creative
In this episode of the Common Creative Podcast, Toni Powell shares her journey from marrying young and raising a family to becoming one of Australia’s most loved storytellers and keynote speakers. She explores the power of gratitude, the role of creativity in overcoming life’s challenges, and how p…

Episode 182 - Enid Fairweather: The Arts and Craft of Creativity
In this heartfelt episode, Paul Fairweather and Chris Meredith pay tribute to Paul's late mother, Enid Margaret Fairweather, who recently passed away at the age of 94. The episode revisits an earlier interview with her, celebrating her vibrant creativity and resilience throughout her life. Despite …

Episode 181 - Warwick Heathwood: The Creative Strategist
In this episode of The Common Creative Podcast, Paul chats with Warwick Heathwood about his journey from Outback Queensland to leading creative strategy on the world stage. Warwick shares how his early life, love for music, and agency experience shaped his views on storytelling, intuition, and the …