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Books & Writers · The Creative Process: Novelists, Screenwriters, Playwrights, Poets, Non-fiction Writers & Journalists Talk

Novelists, Screenwriters, Playwrights, Poets, Non-fiction Writers & Journalists Talk Writing · Creative Process Original Series
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Barry Schwartz
Evolution
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Books & Writing episodes of the popular The Creative Process podcast. To listen to ALL arts & creativity episodes of “The Creative Process · Arts, Culture & Society”, you’ll find our main podcast on Apple: tinyurl.com/thecreativepod, Spotify: tinyurl.com/thecreativespotify, or wherever you get your podcasts!

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“One of the things that hopefully my books illustrate is that everybody's mind is different. And one of the amazing things about the human experience–and indeed that manifests in terms of art and creativity–is that when we have such different minds, ... more

“ I'm fascinated by the extremes of the human experience, partly because it is so far removed from our own experience of life. In another way, when you look at people who have neurological disorders or diseases, these are really nature's experiments.... more

“When I was working at the Times and the Times Magazine, on one Tuesday morning, the towers fell. September 11, 2001. The magazine had a 10-day lead time, so it was a weekly that was essentially 10 days old by the time it came out. We came to work an... more

“So, post-activism is not ‘post-activism’ in the sense of being after activism. It is not supposed to be a through line to results or resolutions or solutions.”Dr. Bayo Akomolafe is a philosopher, psychologist, writer, public intellectual, and the fo... more

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Recent Guests

Bayo Akomolafe
Philosopher, psychologist, writer, public intellectual and founder of the Emergence Network.
Emergence Network
Episode: The Future of Activism: When Solutions Become Problems w/ BAYO AKOMOLAFE
Audrea Lim
Brooklyn-based journalist focusing on land, energy, and the environment.
Episode: Free the Land: How We Can Fight Poverty & Climate Chaos with AUDREA LIM
James S. Fishkin
Professor of Communication, Political Science, and Director of the Deliberative Democracy Lab at Stanford University.
Stanford University
Episode: What is Deliberative Democracy & How Can it Serve Society? w/ JAMES S. FISHKIN
Jesse Hagopian
Activist and educator, author of 'Teach Truth, The Struggle for Antiracist Education'
Zinn Education Project, Black Lives Matter at School
Episode: Teach Truth: The Struggle for Antiracist Education with JESSE HAGOPIAN
Paul Hawken
Environmentalist and Author
Founder of Project Drawdown
Episode: CARBON: The Book of Life with PAUL HAWKEN
Adrian Daub
Professor discussing the significance of the recent elections in Germany
Stanford University
Episode: On the Significance of the Recent Elections in Germany: ADRIAN DAUB on Rushing to the Right
T.C. Boyle
American novelist and short story writer
Episode: A Life in Writing with T.C. BOYLE
Patrick Healy
An Irish writer, philosopher, and educator known for his works that engage with themes of memory and language.
Episode: Beyond the Pale with Writer, Philosopher PATRCK HEALY
Dean Spade
Organizer, speaker, author, and professor at Seattle University's School of Law
Seattle University
Episode: LOVE in a F*cked-Up World: DEAN SPADE on How to Build Relationships, Hook Up & Raise Hell Together

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Mia Funk
Founder and creative educator, Mia Funk hosts in-depth conversations with a range of literary and artistic figures. Her approach is characterized by a commitment to exploring the creative process and its significance within culture.

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5.0 out of 5 stars from 156 ratings
  • An ever-giving tree!

    Each interview and discussion is a unique unraveling of the insights that each guest writer sews together in their work. A truly invaluable channel!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jacquie R. S.
    United States2 months ago
  • Amazing

    I love these episodes if you want to feel inspired this is the place to go. These episodes really dig into the minds of these creatives,share their stories, how and why they began creating and what their creations mean to them. It is so beautiful to hear about the process and feel the heart and passion of each creative in these interviews.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SaschaNNN
    United States2 months ago
  • Exploration of Creative Endeavors

    Love the deep dive into writers’ creative processes for their projects. Very interesting to understand how they create art that not only is riveting but also reflective of societal changes and thought provoking ideas.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Branbb27
    United States2 months ago
  • Phenomenal podcast

    This podcast hosts incredibly interesting guests and highlights their careers and great pieces of work. Such a thought-provoking episodes, would definitely recommend

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    peytondejardin
    United States2 months ago
  • Illuminating show

    The Creative Process puts out really intelligent and important work. One of the most consistently interesting podcasts I’ve found. Highly recommend checking out all of their channels. Im a total literature nerd so this is right up my alley. Check out their website, too, it’s wonderful hub of creative expression.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    lukewcollins9
    United States2 months ago

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Many comments highlight the quality of guests and the depth of topics covered, reflecting the podcast's commitment to in-depth storytelling.
The podcast is recognized for its educational content as it introduces complex themes in an engaging manner.
Listeners appreciate the insightful and thoughtful conversations that explore the creative process.
Audience members frequently express gratitude for the impactful narratives shared by the guests, which resonate with their personal experiences.

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The Future of Activism: When Solutions Become Problems w/ BAYO AKOMOLAFE
Q: As you think of the next 20 years, what are your reflections regarding Africa and India's place in the world?
The need for new stories is urgent, and these regions hold rich narratives that can help navigate current crises.
The Future of Activism: When Solutions Become Problems w/ BAYO AKOMOLAFE
Q: How do you reconcile the individual ego with your community projects and visions?
There is no reconciliation; instead, there is an exquisite misalignment between individual desires and community needs.
The Future of Activism: When Solutions Become Problems w/ BAYO AKOMOLAFE
Q: How did becoming a father transform your understanding of self and the world?
Becoming a father made things real and urgent, prompting deeper reflections on the world my daughter would grow in.
Art, Performance & the Illusion of Agency - KATIE KITAMURA on her new novel AUDITION
Q: How have you been changed by the places you've lived and the languages you've inhabited?
Katie shares her experiences of living between cultures and how language has shaped her identity, illustrating the power of language in personal and character development.
Art, Performance & the Illusion of Agency - KATIE KITAMURA on her new novel AUDITION
Q: What might you want readers to experience or realize about themselves?
Katie hopes to inspire readers to engage with the narrative actively, seeing reading as an opportunity for interpretive work rather than passivity.

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5. Paul Hawken
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7. T.C. Boyle
8. Patrick Healy

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