“Most artists are told they’ll never make a living from their work. Tim Packer is living proof that’s a lie. A former police officer turned celebrated Canadian artist, Tim walked away from a badge and a pension to chase a dream—and built a thriving art business that’s both creatively fulfilling and financially successful. Today, through his Tim Packer Art Academy and new book You Can Sell Your Art , Tim is mentoring a new wave of artists to do the same. Tim's Website YouTube: https://www.youtube...
Jul 14, 2025•25 min•Ep. 374
Welcome back to Your World of Creativity, where we dive into the minds of creators around the world—those shaping the way we think, live, and leave our mark. Today’s guest is Chance McClain , a master storyteller and the creative force behind Heritage Films. With over 800 feature-length family documentaries to his name, Chance preserves the essence of individuals and generations. A proud Army veteran, a sports radio pioneer, and even a Broadway musical writer, Chance has done it all—and done it ...
Jul 07, 2025•24 min•Ep. 373
Welcome listeners to Your World of Creativity, where we talk with creative professionals around the globe about how they bring ideas to life. Our guest today is Jordan Morris—an award-winning producer, director, and screenwriter known for Nintendo Quest and Mr. Dressup: The Magic of Make-Believe, which won TIFF’s People’s Choice Award for Best Documentary. He’s also the creator of the Life & Death Story Model™ and founder of the Six Months to Screenplay program. Jordan is known as The Writer...
Jun 30, 2025•33 min•Ep. 372
Welcome back to Your World of Creativity , the podcast where we dive into the minds and methods of artists, innovators, and creative thinkers from around the globe. Today, we’re welcoming another extraordinary guest — Nina Worsley. Nina is a jazz singer, classical composer, and theater veteran whose music and performance career spans more than a decade. She’s also a creative coach helping women entrepreneurs clear blocks and unlock their inner artistry by blending faith, healing, and creative fr...
Jun 23, 2025•21 min•Ep. 371
In today's episode we talk about ecommerce, conversion optimization, and the creative strategies behind successful online stores with our guest: Matthew Stafford , a serial entrepreneur who has built successful businesses across industries, especially eCommerce. Matthew's Website @matthewstafford815 on Instagram Matthew on YouTube Matthew's Facebook group Matthew's Facebook page Here's a guide to our conversation: 1: Unlocking Conversions Without Bigger Ad Budgets Matthew, one of your specialtie...
Jun 16, 2025•24 min•Ep. 370
Welcome back to Your World of Creativity ! Today, we're traveling—at least virtually—to Milan, Italy, where our guest, Davide Colla , has been crafting memorable narratives and experiences for some of the world's most iconic brands. DAcide 's Website @dado150 on Instagram Davide is the founder of the award-winning digital branding agency 150UP and has led projects for Ferrari, Prada, Amazon, and many more. He's also co-founder of Viento Padel, creating products that connect sport, lifestyle, and...
Jun 09, 2025•24 min•Ep. 369
Welcome back to Your World of Creativity , the show where we explore inspiration and innovation across the globe. Today we’re diving into a topic at the intersection of design, sustainability, and creativity with our guest, Kevin Kennon, an internationally recognized architect with over 40 years of experience. He’s the CEO of Beyond Zero DDC Inc. , a visionary firm developing zero-carbon emission luxury wilderness resorts in remote locations around the world. Kevin's LinkedIn profile: https://ww...
Jun 02, 2025•24 min•Ep. 368
Welcome back listeners and today we welcome Jacqueline Suskin for today’s conversation centered on her latest book, The Verse for Now . Its theme is embracing our planetary identity while acknowledging our intimate, vulnerable human side amid the climate crisis. Jacqueline's Website @jsuskin on Instagram Jacqueline's Facebook page Book order page: https://www.flowerflowerpress.press/shop/the-verse-for-now Here is an outline of the conversation: Evolution of Creative Cycles: "Jacqueline, welcome ...
May 26, 2025•33 min•Ep. 367
Today’s guest is a media disruptor who’s changing the game for content creators. As the Founder & CEO of BINGE Networks, Bonnie Bruderer has helped 15,000+ films and shows get syndicated on Netflix, Amazon Prime, Tubi, and 100+ streaming platforms. With a background in media and production, she built BINGE to empower filmmakers, web series creators, and video podcasters to monetize their work like never before. Bonnie's Website Bonnie's Facebook page Bonnie on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/binge...
May 19, 2025•25 min•Ep. 366
Welcome back to Your World of Creativity , the podcast where we dive into the inspiration and insight behind the world’s most creative minds. Today, we’re talking about mental wellness, creative connection, and a new way to approach communication —with our guest who is a Licensed Professional Counselor-Supervisor and Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor with over four decades of experience -- Jill Robin Payne . Jill 's Website Jill on YouTube Jill is a true trailblazer—starting as her college’...
May 12, 2025•24 min•Ep. 365
Welcome back friends to our podcast, your World of Creativity. We're continuing our around the world journeys to talk to creative practitioners everywhere about how they get inspired, about how they organize ideas, and of course how they gain the confidence and connections to get our work out into the world. And today our creative passport is being stamped in Sydney, Australia. And we're talking to designer, creative director and founder of his own design firm, Ben Rennie . He is the author of a...
May 05, 2025•27 min•Ep. 364
Today we welcome Victoria Racca, a southern mom, wife, and powerhouse entrepreneur in the beauty industry. She owns The Microblading Institute , a franchised school under the Board of Regents, and BrowSister , an international manufacturer of permanent makeup numbing products. She also helps beauty businesses scale through her Revenue Growth Systems program. Victoria's Website @Victoria.glam on Instagram Victoria on YouTube Here is a guide to our interview: Building an Empire in Beauty Victoria,...
Apr 28, 2025•35 min•Ep. 363
Groundbreaking jazz artist, John Klemmer is our guest today. John's Website @johnklemmersaxophonist on Instagram John's Facebook page John's Facebook group Here's a guide to our interview. 1. Pioneering New Sounds & Genres John, your career is filled with groundbreaking moments—many credit you with creating the first jazz fusion album, pioneering smooth jazz, and introducing electronic effects into jazz saxophone. Looking back, what was driving your constant push for innovation? Did you ever...
Apr 21, 2025•21 min•Ep. 362
Today's guest is Carter Fox , the Soulful Traveling Spaceman Bassman. He's the author of The YouTube/Google Ads Rockstar Approach He joins us from Philadelphia. Carter's Website @carterfoxmarketing on Instagram Carter on YouTube Carter's Facebook page Guide to the Interview 1️ Blending Music & Marketing – Carter, your career bridges both the artistic and business sides of the industry. How did you first realize the importance of marketing for independent musicians? What are some of the bigge...
Apr 14, 2025•27 min•Ep. 361
Today, we’re diving into the fascinating world of digital art, animation, and AI-driven creativity with a true pioneer—Troy Plota, revolutionizing digital content with Plotaverse Apps, and his latest venture, The Why of AI? Troy's Website Troy on YouTube Troy's Facebook group Discussion overview: 1. The Evolution of Digital Art & Animation "Troy, you’ve been at the intersection of art and technology for over three decades. What first inspired you to create tools like Plotaverse, and how has ...
Apr 07, 2025•23 min•Ep. 360
Today, we’re diving into the world of indie J-Pop with a rising star who’s making waves internationally—Olivia Millin. Throughout our interview, we hear excerpts of 3 new songs by Olivia. @Oliviaamillinn on Instagram Olivia on YouTube Olivia 's Facebook page 1. The Fusion of Cultures "Your music beautifully blends J-Pop with Western influences. What first drew you to Japanese music and culture, and how has that shaped your artistry?" Follow-up: "What challenges have you faced in merging these st...
Mar 31, 2025•18 min•Ep. 359
Today, we’re talking about the future of restaurant management with Geordy Murphy , founder of FobeSoft , a game-changing software that’s bringing restaurateurs into the future. Geordy's Website Geordy on YouTube Geordy's Facebook page If you’re in the restaurant industry, you know how challenging it can be to keep up with shifting costs, evolving trends, and customer expectations. Geordy is here to share how real-time profit tracking and financial insights can transform the way restaurants oper...
Mar 24, 2025•25 min•Ep. 358
Welcome back to the podcast where we explore the creative process and innovation across industries. We’ve been on a global journey, speaking with authors, singer-songwriters, inventors, restaurateurs, and more—making virtual stops in Capetown South Africa, Queensland Australia, Milan, Italy, Santiago, Chile New York, and Miami. Today, we’re diving into the creative side of financial management in the food industry. Joining us is Marta Grumberg, the driving force behind Grumberg Accounting, a fir...
Mar 17, 2025•22 min•Ep. 357
In our journey together, we’ve explored the creative processes of authors, songwriters, interior designers, architects, and even scientists. Each guest has shared unique insights into how they bring their ideas to life and push creative boundaries. Today, we continue that journey with someone who knows all about transforming the 'impossible' into reality—Melissa Dinwiddie. Melissa's website -- https://melissadinwiddie.com Melissa's Instagram -- @a_creative_life Melissa's YouTube channel -- https...
Mar 10, 2025•31 min•Ep. 356
Over the past episodes, we've explored creativity across a variety of industries, hearing from authors, songwriters, interior designers, architects, and even scientists about their creative process. Today, we're diving into the world of creative digital performance marketing with a true industry leader. My guest is Jarrod Lopiccolo , co-founder and CEO of Noble Studios , an agency that has worked with global clients like Adobe, Google, even the Islands of Tahiti. Jarrod has built Noble Studios i...
Mar 03, 2025•26 min•Ep. 355
Today, I’m thrilled to welcome Alaura Lovelight , a mindful creative expert who blends creativity, business strategy, and spirituality to help creatives heal and thrive through their artistry. As an R&B singer-songwriter, TV and music producer, and mindset-focused creative business coach, Alaura has developed her own unique approach called Conscious Creativity , dedicated to elevating humanity’s consciousness through authentic creative expression. Alaura's Website @alauralovelight on Instagr...
Feb 24, 2025•27 min•Ep. 354
Today, we’re thrilled to welcome Kerri Hummingbird, a Medicine Woman, Mother, and Mentor who has touched the lives of many with her deep wisdom and inspiring work. Kerri's Website @kerri.hummingbird on Instagram Kerri on YouTube Kerri's Facebook page Kerri is the founder of Inner Medicine Training, a Mystery School that shares ancient wisdom from the Andes and Himalayas. She’s also the #1 international best-selling author of several transformative books, including Inner Medicine: Becoming One wi...
Feb 17, 2025•24 min•Ep. 353
In this episode, we take you on a creative journey to Cape Town, South Africa, where we meet Daniela Gottschalk, founder of Tinzeltown, a high-concept project development and design firm. Daniela shares her eclectic path from copywriting and hospitality to becoming an interior designer renowned for her bold, retro Hollywood-inspired spaces. Daniela's Website @tinzeltowndesign on Instagram Daniela's Facebook page Highlights from the Conversation: The Evolution of Creativity: Daniela explains how ...
Feb 10, 2025•19 min•Ep. 352
Today we have a fascinating guest who blends investigative reporting with deeply human storytelling. My guest is Amy Gamerman, a longtime contributor to The Wall Street Journal 's Mansion section. Now, she has authored her first book, The Crazies: The Cattleman, the Wind Prospector, and a War Out West . Just released from Simon & Schuster. Amy's Website @amy_gamerman on Instagram Here's a guide to Mark's interview: Your new book, The Crazies , has been described as an evocative story set aga...
Feb 03, 2025•23 min•Ep. 351
Today's guest is Dr. Francisco Aboitiz, from Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile and author of a new book, A History of Bodies, Brains, and Minds: The Evolution of Life and Consciousness . @franciscoaboitiz.neuroscience on Instagram Here's an overview of our conversation: Setting the Stage: Dr. Aboitiz, your book explores one of the most profound mysteries of our time—consciousness. To start, could you summarize the key events in brain evolution that have led to the emergence of consciousne...
Jan 27, 2025•29 min•Ep. 350
Welcome to Your World of Creativity , where we explore the insights, journeys, and innovations of creative leaders. Italy, Israel, Australia – LA, Miami, Austin. Today, I’m thrilled to be stamping our passport in Cincinnati, Ohio – joined by Jennifer Roig-Francolí—an international prize-winning violinist, creator of The Art of Freedom® Method, and author of the Amazon bestseller Make Great Music with Ease! Jennifer’s groundbreaking approach helps musicians and creatives overcome mindset and phys...
Jan 20, 2025•37 min•Ep. 349
Today, we’re thrilled to stamp our virtual creative passport in Miami, to welcome Gui Jaroschy . Gui is a renowned mixologist and co-founder of Unfiltered Hospitality. Gui's Website https://www.instagram.com/unfilteredhospo/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/unfilteredhospo/ From being named one of Food and Wine Magazine's 10 Best New Mixologists to leading global beverage innovation at sbe, Gui has been a force in transforming the beverage industry. His work earned James Beard Award nominations ...
Jan 13, 2025•23 min•Ep. 348
Today’s guest is Gene S. Jones , a nationally acclaimed game show host, creativity coach, and author of inspirational books. With an extraordinary career spanning fire-eating, juggling, magic, sports broadcasting, and as the host of the GIMME A HINT! Trivia Game Show, Gene has inspired audiences across the country. His latest book, Consolidated Wisdom , is a treasure trove of profound insights and quotations from the past 5,000 years, accompanied by Gene’s thoughtful commentary. Gene's Website T...
Jan 06, 2025•23 min•Ep. 347
Today, we’re exploring the art and process of bringing product ideas to life with David Beker, founder and president of ABetter Design Company -- whose innovations, include the Cornhole Shootout nominated for a prestigious award in the toy industry -- Toy of the Year in the Outdoor Toys category! David's Website @abetterdesignco on Instagram 1. Finding Inspiration in Product Development You’ve worked on products as diverse as toys and gourmet ice cream cones. Where do you typically find inspirat...
Dec 16, 2024•22 min•Ep. 346
Welcome to Your World of Creativity , the podcast that uncovers insights, ideas, and innovations from creative professionals across industries. Today's guest is Chris Tripoli, highlighting his extensive 45+ years in the hospitality industry, with his achievements in restaurant concept development, consulting, education, and podcasting. Chris's Website Here's a guide to our discussion -- 1: The Art of Concept Development You've developed award-winning restaurant concepts and consulted on a divers...
Dec 09, 2024•24 min•Ep. 345
