Your World of Creativity

Today’s guest is Aurora Winter — an award-winning bestselling author; TV producer; media coach; ghostwriter; and successful serial entrepreneur. Aurora is founder of SamePagePublishing.com and the creator of the Spoken Author™ method, helping experts craft award-winning books that expand their impact and income. Her book Turn Words Into Wealth: Blueprint for Your Business, Brand, and Book to Creat...

Episode 400 – and the start of our 8th year of the podcast! We welcome Matt Ross — entrepreneur, media executive, and author of the book Grow or Fold: Transform Yourself in Midlife & Beyond . Matt's Website Matt's Facebook page LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matt-ross-entrepreneur/ Matt has spent nearly 30 years building businesses at the intersection of creativity and leadership. He le...

Today, as we wrap up our seventh year and 399th episode of Your World of Creativity , it’s fitting that we welcome a guest who perfectly captures the essence of transformation and growth — Rachel Burr . Rachel's Website @Catamentum on Instagram Rachel's Facebook page Rachel is an executive coach and leadership consultant with more than 20 years of experience helping leaders navigate the complex, u...

Today is Episode: 398 as we near the end of our 7th year of Your World of Creativity I’m thrilled to welcome Amani Roberts — an award-winning music business professor, international keynote speaker, and global DJ performer. He’s a USA Today bestselling author , and his upcoming book, The Quiet Storm: A Historical and Cultural Analysis of the Power, Passion, and Pain of R&B Groups , offers a po...

Today we’re honored to welcome Stan Lai , one of the world’s most celebrated playwrights and theatre directors. He has been called by one critic ‘the major contemporary Asian playwright of his time, perhaps of all time’ and by the BBC ‘the best Chinese-language playwright and director in the world’ . Stan's Website @Stanlai99 on Instagram Stan on YouTube Born in the U.S. and raised in both America...

Today, we welcome Oswald Newbold , a certified mediator, conflict resolution specialist, and contributing author to the new book Breaking Chains, Building Futures: Pathways to Redemption, Education, and Excellence , edited by Dr. Stanley Andrisse and published by Wiley. Oswald's Website Oswald's Facebook page This powerful collection features first-hand stories from individuals impacted by incarce...

Today, we’re welcoming Robin Landa back to the show. I first interviewed Robin in February 2023 about her book The New Art of Ideas , and I’m thrilled to continue that conversation. Robin is a distinguished professor at Kean University and a globally recognized expert in creativity and branding. She received the 2024 Gold Design Education Recognition Award , was named by the Carnegie Foundation am...

Today, we welcome Rand Selig — an accomplished investment banker, entrepreneur, coach, Scoutmaster, board member, and hands-on conservationist. Rand brings a unique balance of analytical insight and human understanding to everything he does. For more than 35 years, he’s led The Selig Capital Group , named the Best Sustainable Investment Banking Firm in the San Francisco Bay Area in 2024 by Wealth...

Today, we’re welcoming back Ian Ziskin , President of EXec EXcel Group, a leader with more than 40 years of experience as a business executive, board advisor, coach, consultant, and author. Ian has held senior leadership and Chief Human Resources Officer roles at three Fortune 100 companies, written extensively about the future of work, HR, and leadership, and continues to influence how organizati...

Today we’re joined by Steven Puri , Founder and CEO of The Sukha Company based in Austin, Texas, whose mission is to help millions of people find their focus, achieve more, and build a healthy work life. His latest creation, the Sukha Focus App , integrates science and soul to help people achieve deep, sustainable focus in a distracted world. Steven's Website The Journey from Hollywood to Happines...

Today, we’re talking with Dave Lee, the creative engineer and co-creator of Cardboard Sessions , the viral series where paper becomes possibility. In each episode, top-tier artists step into the studio to create unrehearsed sonic magic using fully playable instruments made entirely out of cardboard. Dave on YouTube @cardboardsessions on Instagram From cardboard Stratocasters and Telecasters to ful...

Today, we’re heading to Australia to welcome Duncan Toombs—one of the country’s powerhouse vocalists and storytellers. Duncan’s music reconnects us to our humanity and reminds us of the importance of love, life, and family. I first heard Duncan live this summer when I visited Sydney and stopped into Jolene’s country bar and I was blown away by his performance. Then, I learned Duncan appeared on Ch...

Today, we welcome Kay Smith-Blum, an author whose journey has taken her from the world of fashion to education leadership and now to award-winning historical fiction. Kay's Website @discerningKSB on Instagram Kay's Facebook page A longtime Seattle resident, Kay has recently been honored with multiple awards for her debut novel TANGLES , including Best Historical Mystery/Suspense at the 2025 Americ...

Today, we welcome Gail Straub, author of Home Inside the Globe , her new memoir that reflects on a life of travel, activism, empowerment, and creative exploration. Gail 's Website Gail is the author of eight other acclaimed books, including the best-selling Empowerment , co-authored with her husband David Gershon, as well as The Rhythm of Compassion , Returning to My Mother’s House , and The Ashok...

Today, we welcome Beau Dromiack — an architect, author, educator, and national voice on reviving craft in design education and practice. Beau blends decades of mission-critical architecture with a passion for teaching what he calls ‘success empathy’—the soft skills and high-craft mindset needed to thrive in today’s built environment. He leads a graduate design program at Arizona State University,...

Welcome back to Your World of Creativity , the podcast where we explore how creative professionals around the world are bringing their ideas to life — from inspiration to implementation. Today, we’re diving deep into the high-stakes, high-impact world of healthcare branding. Our guest is Joe Daley , President of Addison Whitney , a global leader in brand strategy, identity, and naming — especially...

Today, we welcome Tami Eagle Bowling — motivational speaker and advocate for #LightUpMBC , a global event illuminating landmarks and amplifying patient voices. The program has raised hope and more than $2 million for metastatic breast cancer research. Here are links to #LightUpMBC resources: www.lightupmbc.org https://www.instagram.com/lightupmbc/ https://www.instagram.com/metavivor/ After 20 year...

Welcome back, friends, to Your World of Creativity —the podcast where we explore inspiration, innovation, and imagination from around the globe. I’m your host, Mark Stinson, and today we’re diving into a fascinating intersection of creativity, consciousness, and cutting-edge technology. My guest is Schuyler Dragoo —an interdisciplinary artist and researcher whose work spans painting, performance,...

Welcome back to Your World of Creativity —the podcast where we explore inspiration, insight, and imagination across every creative discipline. Today we’re diving deep into the wild terrain where art, animals, plants, and posthuman philosophy meet. Our guest is Dr. Giovanni Aloi Giovanni's Website @dr.aloi on Instagram Giovanni on YouTube He is an acclaimed author, educator, curator, and Editor in...

Welcome back to Your World of Creativity , the show where we dive into the minds of creative leaders around the globe. I’m your host, Mark Stinson. Today, we’re exploring the intersection of creativity, branding, and personal growth with someone who’s built unforgettable brands from the ground up. Our guest today is Judy Winslow , known as The Brandologist . With more than three decades of experie...

Welcome back to Your World of Creativity —the show where we explore the creative journeys of innovators, artists, and entrepreneurs around the world. Today, we’re welcoming Pia Leichter : a creative partner, certified coach, best-selling author, and founder of Kollektiv Studio . Pia’s work spans journalism, branding, design, and deep creative transformation. She’s here to talk about her new book W...

Welcome back to Your World of Creativity , the podcast where we explore creative insights from leaders across the arts, innovation, business, and beyond. Today’s guest is John Pawlowski, a seasoned brand strategist and marketing executive with over a decade of experience leading innovation and growth in the consumer packaged goods industry. From household names like Marie Callender’s and PF Chang’...

Welcome back to Your World of Creativity , where we explore how creative professionals and business innovators bring ideas to life. Today we’ll learn how presence, communication, and neuroscience can fuel your creativity, alignment, and even transformation. We’re joined by two powerhouse thought leaders in leadership and communication—Meaghan Benjamin and Phyllis Dealy. They’re the co-founders of...

In today’s episode, I’m talking with Dominic Alegrete — a 21-year-old SOC Analyst who entered the tech industry at 18 without a college degree. Dominic has since built a platform to guide others into cybersecurity, emphasizing a holistic approach to personal and professional development. Dominic's Website @dominicalegrete on Instagram Dominic on YouTube 1: Dominic's unconventional entry into tech...

Welcome back to Your World of Creativity , the podcast where we explore the creative process across industries, around the globe, and from the stage to the studio. Today, we’re talking steaks, strategy, and storytelling with a guest whose creativity spans real estate, law, mixology—and Wagyu. Yes, you heard that right. Joining us is Steve Haddadin , an accomplished entrepreneur with a decade-long...