Big Dreams & Little Things

Reflection 18 — Authenticity: Showing Up as You Can you be authentic and still belong — or does honesty always come at a cost? In this reflection episode of  Big Dreams & Little Things , hosts  Karina Kampe  and  Maria Wronski-Ellis  explore the tension between truth and belonging, courage and restraint — a must-listen for  creative entrepreneurs and solopreneurs...

In a world of filters, polished feeds, and curated perfection, what does it really mean to be  authentic ? Is it about baring it all — or is there a smarter, braver balance between being real and being raw? In this episode of  Big Dreams & Little Things , hosts  Karina Kampe  (certified transformational coach, artist, creative entrepreneur, and songwriter) and  Maria W...

Episode Overview Our very first Reflection episode! This week, we slow down to revisit Episode 17 on how business can become a “third partner” in marriage, the hidden toll of always being on, and why boundaries matter. We share a listener’s powerful insight, plus Maria’s Tiny Experiment (with a little music 🎸). DOWNLOAD THE ACCOUNTABILITY QUCK GUIDE: https://big-dreams-little-things.kit.com/quick...

Episode overview Running your own business can be exhilarating — and quietly exhausting. In this Season 2 Premiere , Karina and Maria open up about the “third partner” that enters many relationships: the business itself. From late-night emails to creative sparks at bedtime, we explore how to protect what matters most while still building big dreams. You’ll hear Arianna Huffington’s dramatic collap...

Episode Overview Season 1 is officially wrapped! In this special highlight reel, Karina Kampe and Maria Wronski-Ellis look back on 15 episodes of creativity, accountability, and community. From our scrappy beginnings to poetry challenges, guest interviews, and tiny experiments, we share what we’ve learned, the surprises along the way, and a sneak peek at what’s next in Season 2. Topics Covered Les...

The world loves to tell us that creativity is a divine accident — a lightning bolt you can’t control. But in this episode, Karina Kampe and Maria Wronski-Ellis pull back the curtain to show you how creativity is not an accident at all. With stories of Sting, Picasso, Beyoncé, and Donald Glover, they reveal how reframing, play, and alter egos can unlock new perspectives. You’ll also get two hands-o...

Episode 14: The Passion-Driven Entrepreneur (feat. Tonia Thorne) Episode Overview Hosted by Karina Kampe (certified transformational coach, artist, creative entrepreneur, and songwriter) and Maria Wronski-Ellis (artist, songwriter, educator, and author of The Mindful Songwriter), this episode is a love letter to every creative spirit who’s ever felt stuck in a job that didn’t light them up. We’re...

Curiosity is the engine that powers everything in this fast-moving episode. Hosts  Karina Kampe  and  Maria Wronski-Ellis  trade enlightening sharp turns—from Oscar-winning producer  Brian Grazer’s  “curiosity conversations” to a 1916 feminist poem remix—showing how better questions unlock creativity, accountability and everyday joy. Along the way you’ll learn the thr...

Episode 12: Proving it’s never too late? Reinvention, Second Acts, and Following the Whisper Hosted by Karina Kampe (certified transformational coach, artist, creative entrepreneur, and songwriter) And Maria Wronski-Ellis (artist, educator, songwriter, and author of the upcoming The Mindful Songwriter) Listen to the Episode: Apple Podcasts Spotify Acast Podchaser Google Podcasts Episode Overview W...

Episode Overview In this episode, Karina & Maria explore the fascinating world of behavioral nudging - the subtle art of designing our environment to make better choices easier. We dive deep into the science behind how our brains make decisions and discover practical ways to work with our psychology instead of against it. Karina and Maria unpack what nudging is, share how they use it in their...

 Episode Overview Hosted by Karina Kampe (certified transformational coach, artist, creative entrepreneur, and songwriter) and Maria Wronski-Ellis (artist, songwriter, educator, and author of the upcoming The Mindful Songwriter ), this milestone 10th episode of Big Dreams & Little Things dives deep into what it really means to stage a comeback when life throws a plot twist your way. From...

How to Stay Creative, Clear & Connected When You Work Alone – A Live Conversation with Charlotte Wihk Short bio: If you’ve ever wondered what it’s really like to run a creative business solo – this episode is for you. In a grounded, honest, and energizing conversation between three entrepreneurs, we explore what the solopreneur life actually looks like: the routines, the mindset, the messy mid...

Episode Overview Hosted by transformational coach and creative soul Karina Kampe , and songwriter, educator, and author Maria Wronski-Ellis , this episode dives into the very real and often messy intersection of motherhood and creativity . What happens to your creative identity when your life revolves around someone else’s nap schedule? How do you hold on to your spark when you can barely hold you...

🌟 Episode overview Do you need a blazing passion to succeed—or could curiosity and play be just as powerful? In this episode of Big Dreams & Little Things , Karina and Maria explore what truly fuels creativity, motivation, and sustainable success. Through science, storytelling, and a powerful spotlight on forgotten women in history, they unravel the myths of passion and the magic of flow. You...

Episode Overview Welcome to another episode of Big Dreams & Little Things ! In this episode, Karina and Maria dive into the art of letting go. We explore how embracing change, though often difficult, can lead to growth, transformation, and freedom. From personal stories to science-backed insights, this episode will inspire you to release what no longer serves you and make room for something be...

Episode Overview In this episode, Maria Wronski Ellis and Karina Kampe explore gratitude not just as a fleeting feeling, but as a powerful practice that can rewire your brain, build emotional resilience, and transform lives. They highlight the story of one of the world’s most influential figures whose life was deeply shaped by gratitude. The episode also dives into the neuroscience behind gratitud...

Episode Overview In this fourth episode of Big Dreams & Little Things, Karina Kampe and Maria Wronski-Ellis explore the transformative potential of morning rituals. From ancient traditions to neuroscience, and from iconic creatives to personal practices—they’ll inspire you to reclaim your mornings with intention and simplicity. You don’t need an ice bath or a 5am alarm. Even 5 minutes of mindf...

Episode Overview In this third episode of Big Dreams & Little Things, Karina and Maria explore the transformative power of partnerships and accountability. From the literary friendship between C.S. Lewis and J.R.R. Tolkien that changed literature forever to personal stories of overcoming fears and achieving goals together, this episode reveals how having the right partner can make mountains ap...

Episode Overview In the second episode of Big Dreams & Little Things, hosts Maria and Karina explore that nagging feeling that you don't belong, that your success is just luck, or that any moment now, someone will find out you're a fraud. From J.K. Rowling to Paul McCartney, we discover how even the world's most successful creators battle with feeling like imposters - and what you can do when...

Episode Overview Welcome to the very first episode of Big Dreams & Little Things! Hosts  Karina Kampe (certified transformational coach, artist, creative entrepreneur, and songwriter) and Maria Wronski-Ellis (artist, songwriter, educator, and author of the upcoming The Mindful Songwriter dive into why allowing yourself to "start scrappy" might be the most powerful approach to achieving yo...