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Just Make The Thing

Planet Broadcastingplay.acast.com
Ever felt like starting a thing but then didn't? Or started a thing and then stopped? This podcast is all about how humans get creative and why they do it. Host Claire Tonti (CEO of Planet Broadcasting) talks with creatives, makers and friends about how they do what they do. Episodes alternate between interviews and an open hearted chat with her friend Chanel Lucev as they track their journey in living creatively and developing new creative endeavours.

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Episodes

Getting unstuck & packing an elephant into your suitcase

This week Chanel and Claire discuss all things travel and how to shake yourself out of a life rut by changing up the scenery. Chanel is jetsetting off to South Africa to visit her roots and Claire is very jealous so is attempting to atleast try something new hopefully including Patrick Swayze, Demi Moore and a pottery wheel. You can contact the show at [email protected] or follow Claire on instagram @clairetonti or on Twitter @mrssundaymovies. You can also follow Chanel and her Yoga @be...

Mar 12, 201856 min

Fergal Quigley loves to make things

Today's episode is an interview with Fergal Quigley who is the resident artist for the podcast The Weekly Planet and is most definitely a maker of many things including guitars, music and drawings. He lives in County Monaghan in Ireland and you can find his prolific artwork @fergalquigley on Twitter. Since releasing this episode Fergal has started some live drawing sessions so you should definitely check those out if you want to see behind the scenes. He is one talented guy! Contact the show on ...

Mar 04, 201827 min

Angela Wotherspoon & the super power of vulnerability

Angela Wotherspoon and Claire met very unexpectedly one night at a friend's birthday drinks. This podcast is a follow on from what happened during their conversation and the unexpected joy that comes from being open to new people and new adventures. From embracing your vulnerability to learning to accept yourself for who you are, Angela is honest, brave and above all full of wisdom about life and the lessons that flow from the hardest stuff we have to go through. You can contact the show at just...

Feb 25, 20181 hr

Better late than never

This week's episode was recorded just before Christmas in 2017. Claire and Chanel catch up on the year that was, what they've learnt and what's ahead for 2018. You can contact the show at [email protected] or you can follow Claire on Twitter @mrssundaymovies or on Instagram @clairetonti To find more shows from our network head to www.planetbroadcasting.com Special thanks to RAW Collings for editing the show. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Feb 16, 20181 hr 5 min

Endings & Beginnings

This episode is a late night chat between Claire and Chanel about finishing things and changing perspectives. It's also about celebrating Chanel's graduation form Yoga teaching and the magic that happens when you challenge yourself. It's also about that moment when you think something is finishing and it's often actually just a new beginning. Life right? Follow Claire on Twitter @mrssundaymovies and on Instagram @clairetonti You can also follow the show on facebook @justmakethething and Twitter ...

Feb 09, 201832 min

Procrastination & Avoidance

Chanel and Claire are back baby! After a looong hiatus the two are back in the podcast studio with an episode on how to create something despite those old demons, procrastination and avoidance. For more stories and creative inspiration follow Claire on instagram @clairetonti or on Twitter @mrssundaymovies Contact the show at [email protected] You can also find more great podcasts at www.planetbroadcasting.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Feb 01, 201836 min

This is Jess Harris & she's great.

This episode is an interview with the writer, comedian, director & lover of dressups Jess Harris. With her show Twenty Somethings now on Netflix and a string of creative endeavours under her belt Jess is one wise and funny lady. Not only does she dish out some excellent candid and inspiring advice for people starting out in the media industry, Jess also shares her pespective on how to muddle your way through this whole life thing with a smile on your face. Get it in your ears you won't regret it...

Dec 06, 201754 min

Jamila Rizvi is not just lucky.

In this episode Claire interviews Jamila Rizvi about her book Not Just Lucky and her incredible career to date. Jamila is an accomplished leader, host, interviewer and commentator, appearing regularly on The Verdict, The Project, Hack and ABC News Breakfast. A political advisor for Australia's PMs Kevin Rudd and Julia Gillard, her writing has been published by Mamamia, The Huffington Post, The Age, The Guardian, Cosmopolitan magazine and several anthologies. Named as one of Cosmo's most successf...

Oct 29, 201745 min

Over-committing, finding balance and running in the dark.

In this episode Claire tells the story of her fall. Chanel and Claire also chat through the need to find balance and avoid over committing when making a thing. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 06, 201739 min

Artist Clare James and her magic garden

In this episode Claire chats with local Healesville artist, painter, sculptor and gardener Clare James who lives a life that is whole heartedly creative and connected to the land. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 06, 201744 min

Getting in the zone & stomach flips.

This episode Chanel & Claire chat through how it feels to be out of your comfort zone and the idea of Vygotsky's zone of proximal development. Apologies for the distortion in spots we're still learning how to make the thing! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 21, 201736 min

Clare Bowditch, painted toes & a big hearted life

In Episode 8 Claire interviews the incredibly talented Clare Bowditch about her life as a musician, troubadour, creative mentor, motivational speaker, radio host and parent. Her multi-award winning career has spanned 7 original albums as well as the wonderful ability to support and inspire people to live creatively. Clare also performs her wonderful song on creativity called Amazing Life. This episode is a celebration of creativity and essential listening for anyone who is curious about how to m...

Aug 08, 201737 min

Persistence Makes Perfect

In episode 7 of Just Make The Thing Claire talks with Chanel about the whole persistence thing and how to keep on going when you just don't want to. They also talk about the dangers of comparison, how to look after your mindset and how to trick your brain into getting stuff done. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Aug 04, 201752 min

The One About Failure with Mr Sunday & Chanel Lucev

Episode 6 is all about failure and ironically it had many, many failures before it was finished. Claire talks to James (Mr Sunday Movies) at midnight just after she deleted the first version and then talks through Chanel's failure and then success in her latest endeavour. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Jul 24, 201738 min

An interview with Wil Anderson

In this episode Claire travels all the way to Sydney to hang out with Wil Anderson, one of Australia's best loved comedians to talk about why and how he makes all the things. And by things we mean sell out stand up comedy shows across the country, TV shows including the ABC's Gruen Transfer and his own podcasts including Tofop, Fofop and Wilosophy. Most importantly though, Wil talks about where his ideas come from and his dogs. Particularly Ramona the dog's obsession with bottles. Hosted on Acas...

Jul 11, 201740 min

Copenhagen, last minute panic & the tale of the lost USB.

In episode four Claire unpacks her suitcase and tells Chanel all about her trip to Copenhagen and the disasters that unfolded before her speech at the podcast radio days conference. They discuss the important role of next level panic, being prepared and the magic of having a support crew when you're trying to make a thing. Also, the podcast dog makes her second appearance for the series. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Jul 05, 201734 min

Mr Sunday Movies & how he make things.

Episode three is a bit of a special edition as Claire corners her husband James Clement (also known as Mr Sunday Movies). Asking him all the questions you want to know about how he made his YouTube channel and podcast The Weekly Planet. Plus what a typical day is like for him and how his brain works. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Jun 23, 201748 min

Putting the things together (BONUS TRACK)

A sneaky little bonus track for people like Claire who are challenged in the clothes department, need more time to make the thing and want to know her secret for cheating her way into putting things together without thinking. Episode 3 - an interview with Mr Sunday Movies coming soon. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Jun 23, 20174 min

Step Two. Keep Going.

In the second episode of Just Make the Thing Claire and Chanel talk fear of failing and the idea that when you start a thing you will most likely be terrible. Which is no excuse to not keep making the thing because making things take time and perseverance and also who cares if it's not great? Just bloody make the thing! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Jun 11, 201724 min

Step One. Just Start.

This is a series about how to make a thing and keep on making it. In episode one Claire Tonti chats to her good mate Chanel Lucev about the things they have started and how they are going to keep on making them. Attempted things include yoga teaching, soup and the story behind Australia's largest independent podcast network, Planet Broadcasting. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Jun 03, 201728 min