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The Common Creative - But Never Ordinary A podcast series with Paul Fairweather and Chris MeredithThe worlds of business, home and play are all starved of creativity. From an early age, we’re taught how to analyse, critique and simplify but the tools for exploring, ideating and creating are assumed to be instinctive. The Common Creative is all about bringing creativity back into everyday life - un... more

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In this episode, Chris explores why creativity in business means accepting that things won’t always go to plan and how leaders can create cultures where experimentation and learning are encouraged.

Chris Meredith is the author of The Spice Project,... more

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 he... more

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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 t... more

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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... more

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Recent Guests

Chris Meredith
Sydney-based business coach, innovation consultant, and award-winning photo-artist
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Episode: S8E191: Episode 191 - Chris Meredith: The Spice Project
Kylee Leota
Founder of Elements 4 Success; former educator in troubled youth
Elements 4 Success
Episode: S8E190: Episode 190 - Kylee Leota: Creativity on Pause
Dale Beaumont
Founder of Business Blueprint, author and creative entrepreneur
Business Blueprint
Episode: S8E189: Episode 189 - Dale Beaumont: Creative Blueprint
Jo Fink
Host of The Yellow Shelf interview series
Yellow Shelf
Episode: S8E188: Episode 188 - Johanna Fink: Yellow Shelf Creative
Kelly Stoetzel
Former senior curator at TED Conferences
TED Conferences
Episode: S8E187: Episode 187 - Kelly Stoetzel: creaTED Ideas & Stories
Nina Sunday
Educator, podcaster, author, and speaker trainer with a background in theatre, film, and music
Educator, podcaster, author
Episode: S8E186: Episode 186 - Nina Sunday: Self-starting Creative
Robin Moon
Premier nature photographer and former healthcare professional
Owner of Wanderlust Imagery
Episode: S8E185: Episode 185 - Robin Moon: Picturing Creativity
Dr. Natalie Conyer
Award-winning crime fiction writer and author of 'Present Tense' and 'Shadow City'
Episode: S8E184: Episode 184 - Natalie Conyer: Crime and Creativity
Toni Powell
Storyteller, filmmaker, and host of the Shit Happy Podcast.
Shit Happy Podcast
Episode: S8E183: Episode 183 - Toni Powell: Sh!t Happy Creative

Hosts

Chris Meredith
Co-host and a business coach, innovation consultant, and award-winning photo-artist known for his work in fostering creativity and personal expression through professional advice and storytelling.
Paul Fairweather
Co-host and a speaker, author, mentor, architect, and artist focused on creatively solving problems and inspiring innovation.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 36 ratings
  • Insightful and fun!

    Really love this podcast, because of the interesting guests and the fact that Paul and Chris ask great questions. They have clearly been around, but it’s still easy to follow for less experienced creatives.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Anneke Dart
    Netherlandsa year ago
  • Going dotty

    Shane Hatton has me seeing dots. Not just connecting, I have been collecting, curating and contemplating them. I have realized I need to tell my clients not to conceal them! Great episode.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    PJDraheen
    Australia3 years ago
  • Ike podcast interview

    Paul loved the interview with Ike, I worked with Ike at Deloitte for years and benefited significantly from Ike's drive to create clear "calls to action". She is an incredible professional and so BEHIND THE SCENES!! (when she has such a huge impact on the people she works with). thanks for having her on your pod!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jacqui C 000
    Australia3 years ago
  • Creativity for everyone!

    The title says it all - creativity is within all of us and it’s needed every day. It’s the pinnacle of human ability. This podcast is stuffed full of real life everyday example and how different professionals summon and use creativity in their work and life. And with two creative blokes running the show, you can rely on it’s never being dull!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Shopper mum
    Australia4 years ago
  • Inspiring!

    Paul

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    GM 43
    Australia4 years ago

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Many find the discussions to be both accessible and rich in insights, making it a valuable resource for anyone interested in enhancing their creativity.
The hosts are noted for their skillful interviewing of guests from diverse creative backgrounds.
Listeners appreciate the engaging conversations that spark creativity and provoke thought.

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S8E187: Episode 187 - Kelly Stoetzel: creaTED Ideas & Stories
Q: What are your top tips for someone crafting a talk that is both engaging and idea-driven?
Kelly emphasizes clarifying the single core idea, framing the talk around audience benefits, and designing the talk so listeners know what to think, do, or feel as they leave.
S8E187: Episode 187 - Kelly Stoetzel: creaTED Ideas & Stories
Q: How has TED evolved in terms of talk length and online distribution, and what does that mean for speakers aiming to land their ideas?
The discussion covers the shift toward shorter talks to match shorter attention spans, the continued value of storytelling, and the balance between concise delivery and full idea development.
S8E187: Episode 187 - Kelly Stoetzel: creaTED Ideas & Stories
Q: Can you give our audience a quick overview of the idea behind your recent TED-related project and what you learned from it?
Kelly explains the global idea search project, its structure with TEDx organizers across multiple countries, and how sourcing diverse speakers enriches the main stage while teaching teams about local contexts and audience expectations.
S8E188: Episode 188 - Johanna Fink: Yellow Shelf Creative
Q: What makes a great show, in your view, given the abundance of podcasts?
She emphasizes energy, focus, and keeping episodes short. The sweet spot of ten minutes helps maintain audience attention, while preparation with guests ensures concise responses and prevents waffle. The format aims to balance depth with brevity and to showcase the storyteller's journey.
S8E188: Episode 188 - Johanna Fink: Yellow Shelf Creative
Q: So tell us, what is Yellow Shelf and how did it start?
Jo describes Yellow Shelf as a platform for short interviews (about eight to ten minutes) that helps people decide what to read or listen to, combining both authors and podcasters on one show. The idea simmered for years while she consumed books and podcasts and wanted a quicker way to connect with content. She explains the branding origin and the decision to stay concise.

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