Creativity: Uncovered

Feeling like your creative spark has fizzled out? It can seem like a huge, intimidating challenge to get it back. But what if you shifted your focus from chasing creativity to just having some fun? In this solo episode of Creativity: Uncovered, Abi Gatling shares how buying a marble run recently made her realise that fun might just be the best way to get your creativity flowing again. Abi digs int...

Faster. Cheaper. More efficient. That's the mantra driving much of our world today - but should it apply to creativity? In this episode of Creativity: Uncovered , Abi Gatling speaks with Jesse Feister , Executive Director of Webby Media Group, to explore what happens to creativity and craft in a world obsessed with speed and automation. Can creativity survive without compromise? And what do we los...

What happens when the subject of your art is also an artist? In this layered episode of Creativity: Uncovered, Abi Gatling speaks with filmmakers Jason and Blue Gerber about their new feature-length documentary, Dawn Dusk. The film follows designer Chellie Look as she navigates grief, creativity, and the tension between artistic integrity and running a business. But this conversation isn't just ab...

What does a healthy relationship with your creativity look like? And how do you go about achieving this? In this episode of Creativity: Uncovered, musician Chris Baker joins Abi Gatling to discuss how he reconnected with his authentic self as an artist, found his own voice and now uses this to guide his creative process.   Tune into this episode of Creativity: Uncovered to hear about: The invisibl...

When you hear "virtual reality," do you think of gaming headsets and rollercoaster simulations? So did Abi Gatling - until she met Benjamin Breitenstein from Composit Design. In this episode of Creativity: Uncovered, Benjamin reveals how VR is being used far beyond the gaming world to solve problems, unlock new experiences, and reimagine what's possible in design.   Tune into this episode of Creat...

The other day, I had a beautiful moment with my niece, Molly. And it ended up being a perfect little lesson about creativity, curiosity, and seeing the world with fresh eyes. Tune into this episode of Creativity: Uncovered to hear about: How kids can give you a fresh perspective How to get off the treadmill of 'adulting' How a question switched my mindset from chore to adventure Focussing on curio...

Have you ever heard the saying, "the only constant in life is change"?   It's a reminder that transformation touches everything - including our creativity. In this episode of Creativity: Uncovered, Abi Gatling speaks with singer-songwriter turned author Leigh Hardingham about embracing change and evolving creatively across different mediums. Tune into this episode of Creativity: Uncovered to hear...

Creativity has regularly featured in the top 10 key skills required for the workplace, yet most people still say and feel that they aren't creative. What does this mean for the future of work, and how can we fix it? HR Consultant  Karen Kirton joins the Creativity: Uncovered podcast to discuss what creativity in the workplace means, why it's important and how everyone can develop these essential s...

In many industries, creativity is seen as a challenge, rocking the boat, and a threat to the safety of doing things how they were "always done" . But without challenging the status quo, how can industries evolve? Enter Nathan Fradley , a passionate Financial Adviser who has set out to challenge the standard, in order to deliver the best possible advice for his clients. Leaning into his creativity,...

Ever find yourself talking about how different childhood feels these days? From resilience to creativity, many of us wonder what's changed — and what we can do to support the next generation. In this episode of Creativity: Uncovered, I'm joined by Gavin McCormack , award-winning educator and co-founder of Upschool.co , to dig into these questions.   Tune into this episode of Creativity: Uncovered...

Ever thought holistic art therapy was just about making art? It's actually so much more. In this episode of Creativity: Uncovered, holistic art therapist Lisa Cooke joins us to explore how art therapy goes beyond the art itself, tapping into creative expression to support healing, manage anxiety, and rediscover joy.  Tune in as Lisa shares insights on how this unique approach is accessible to ever...

Have you ever done something a certain way just because "that's how it's always been done"? In this episode of Creativity: Uncovered , Abi Gatling dives into the story of a ham — and a family tradition that makes us rethink our creative routines. Abi explores how habits can both fuel and limit our creativity, often without us even noticing. Tune into this episode of Creativity: Uncovered to hear a...

If you're told enough times that you're not creative, you're going to start believing that. That's what happened to Kelsey McCormick , until she went on maternity leave when her son was born, and she couldn't bear the thought of going back to her previous job. Kelsey shares how she started to reclaim her creativity, launch a new business and build a life with more freedom. Tune into this episode o...

You may be scratching your head, wondering what the link is between financial advice, client experience and creativity. Well, the answer is Verse Wealth. In this episode of Creativity: Uncovered, CEO of  Verse Wealth , Corey Wastle joins me to discuss how building and running a business is a creative act. Starting with a blank page, Corey and his co-founder, built the financial advice business to...

In this episode of Creativity: Uncovered, I speak with Jacob Marquez , AKA J. Henry , a data scientist and crooner hip hop artist. We discuss how he redefined the bounds of hip hop to fit his authentic style and sense of self.    Tune into this episode of Creativity: Uncovered to hear about:   How Jacob felt he didn't fit the music scene or traditional music genres How he defined his own style of...

From hobby, to Etsy side hustle, to full-fledged business. That is the journey  Elise Ross has travelled with her passion, cross stitch. Born from seeing a gap in the market, Elise set about bringing cross stitch into the 21st century by designing modern patterns, kits and guides for the "new generation of cross stitchers".    Tune into this episode of Creativity: Uncovered to hear about: How Elis...

Gregg Stewart was always a creative person, but it wasn't until his father's passing that he truly understood his passion; to help people live a more creative life. Now Gregg has written a guide on why and how people can embrace creativity in his new book "LET IT OUT: Unlocking Creativity to Access Authentic Expression."    Tune into this episode of Creativity: Uncovered to hear about: Gregg's jou...

In this episode of  Creativity: Uncovered , we dive into the long-standing debate: What is the difference between art and craft? Abi Gatling examines why distinguishing between the two is not only unnecessary but can also be a form of gatekeeping that discourages creativity.   We discuss: Traditional definitions of art and craft Societal perceptions The role of social media in promoting crafting T...

Can graffiti be deep and meaningful and beautiful? Or is it always a public nuisance?   In this episode, I found out that not all graffiti is equal. I spoke with graffiti poet Leslie Reed about why she uses public spaces as her canvas, how she gets inspired and the public perception of her poetry.   Tune into this episode to hear about: How moving country kickstarted Leslie's life as a poet How he...

A near-death experience completely transformed Willow 's relationship with creativity. It gave her permission to lean into her inner artist, started her on a journey to explore her musicality and led her to spend one month in seclusion in the woods.   Tune in to hear about: Play and creativity as a child Her near-death experience and creative reawakening Leaning into her musicality How she first d...

For Birgit Livesey , music is more than just a pastime—it's a guiding force in her life. Though she doesn't play music, she immerses herself in it, dissecting its nuances and using it to inform her decisions. Birgit is dedicated to sharing how music can positively impact people's lives.   In this episode of Creativity: Uncovered, join us as we explore:   Birgit's creatively rich childhood Her real...

You never know where your creative journey will take you, but it pays to lean in.   My guest, Ally Murphy, believed her creative career had ended at age 20 after facing numerous acting rejections. Low on confidence and craving change, Ally pivoted to become a flight attendant. Fourteen years later, a chance encounter reignited her passion for the creative arts, leading her to reinvent herself as a...

Carol MacConnell 's artistic journey is reminiscent of the old Goldilocks' tale. As a professional artist, Carol experimented with various styles before discovering the one that resonated perfectly with her. Now thriving as a large-scale abstract artist, Carol reveals how following her heart led her to the ideal medium. In this episode of  Creativity: Uncovered , we delve into: Carol's evolution f...

Creativity: Uncovered is celebrating its first birthday!   One year in, I reflect on and share the unexpected benefits of hosting the Creativity: Uncovered podcast. Discover how podcasting has re-energised my creativity, connected me with a global network, and inspired listeners to rediscover their creative passions.   Tune into this episode to hear: How podcasting can be a powerful tool for perso...

From hostile work environments to burnout to boundary-ignoring clients, Rowena Preddy has experienced it all.    In this episode of Creativity: Uncovered , branding specialist Rowena discusses how her relationship with creativity has been tested throughout her career, why achieving balance is b*llsh*t and how self-work and self-awareness was her saviour.   Tune in to hear about: How Rowena's mothe...