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  Real World Tarot Episode: The Hirophant-What the Hierophant Tarot Card Is Really Telling You 17.08.2026 18min

  New Feature. Every Other Week: Learn about my one of my great passions, The Real World Tarot. It's the method I use to get real clarity on everything from writing to career and life decisions. I created this deck, and I'll be exploring its application in creativity, decision-making, and life-planning. If you find yourself at a crossroads, these episodes will give you ideas on how to make decisions and rise to challenges. The Hierophant Stone columns. A scroll. A figure who won't let you skip the reading assignment. That's The Hierophant. It's the card of authority, knowledge, and the discipline of knowing before you act. In this episode, you'll hear a real reading where a skeptical husband's cards pointed straight to a health issue he'd already been warned about — and why the information he needed had been sitting in front of him all along. You'll learn why today isn't the day to leap, and what it actually takes to stop rationalizing and start listening to what you already know. This deck isn't available anywhere else. It's exclusively mine. If today's episode has you wanting to work with The Hierophant and the rest of the Real World Tarot deck in your own hands, reach out. I'd love to set you up with a deck of your own, or book you in for a reading.   Connect with Izolda Website: https://IzoldaT.com Book Your Discovery Call: https://calendly.com/izoldat/discovery-call New Play Exchange: https://newplayexchange.org/users/90481/izolda-trakhtenberg What you need to know today. Choose your Real World Tarot card here. Follow the podcast's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realworldtarot/ This episode is brought to you by Brain.fm.* I love and use brain.fm! It combines music and neuroscience to help me focus, meditate, and even sleep! Because you listen to this show, you can get a free trial and 20% off with this exclusive coupon code: innovativemindset. (affiliate link)URL: https://brain.fm/innovativemindset Listen on These Channels Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Podbean | MyTuner | iHeart Radio | TuneIn | Deezer | Overcast | PodChaser | Listen Notes | Player FM | Podcast Addict | Podcast Republic | *Affiliate Link  
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  Don't Miss A Banished Angel, a Secret Nightclub, and One Night at the Blackbird 03.08.2026 57min

  Tom Mullen and Maria Messias Mendes co-wrote One Night at the Blackbird which Goes Up in August 2026, at the Broadway Bound Theatre Festival. What does it take to start a playwriting career at fifty-nine or co-write a play with someone whose life experience looks nothing like your own? Meet Tom Mullen and Maria Messias Mendes, co-writers of One Night at the Blackbird, premiering this August at the Broadway Bound Play Festival in Manhattan's Theater District. In this conversation, they open up about reinventing a creative life later in life, building trust with a co-writer, and pulling true New Orleans jazz history into a story about a banished angel who's tired of the music. If you're weighing a late-in-life creative reinvention or a bold new collaboration of your own, this episode offers real, usable proof it's possible, and seats for this festival run are limited. For more on building a confident creative life at any age, find Izolda's coaching work at https://IzoldaT.com. Learn More! blackbirdtheplay.com https://www.instagram.com/faldahrah/ https://Broadwayboundfest.com       Connect with Izolda Website: https://IzoldaT.com Book Your Discovery Call: https://calendly.com/izoldat/discovery-call New Play Exchange: https://newplayexchange.org/users/90481/izolda-trakhtenberg What you need to know today. Choose your Functional Tarot card here. This episode is brought to you by Brain.fm.* I love and use brain.fm! It combines music and neuroscience to help me focus, meditate, and even sleep! Because you listen to this show, you can get a free trial and 20% off with this exclusive coupon code: innovativemindset. (affiliate link)URL: https://brain.fm/innovativemindset Listen on These Channels Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Podbean | MyTuner | iHeart Radio | TuneIn | Deezer | Overcast | PodChaser | Listen Notes | Player FM | Podcast Addict | Podcast Republic | *Affiliate Link  
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  Building Stories That Outlive the Page with Author, Rosanne Limoncelli 20.07.2026 1h 21min

  How WWII historical mystery novels and 1970s NYC thriller writing connect past and present through emotional truth and creative intention with author, filmmaker, and NYU professor, Rosanne Limoncelli What if the way you write, or create anything, could actually change how you see people? In this episode, author, filmmaker, and NYU Tisch professor, Rosanne Limoncelli shares how historical fiction writing becomes a practice of attention, empathy, and creative awareness. From WWII mysteries to 1970s NYC thrillers, her work shows you how story can shape the way you understand life itself. You’ll hear how a consistent creative writing practice builds emotional clarity, strengthens imagination, and helps you stay connected to your voice and your inner storyteller, even on the busiest days. If you’re a creative entrepreneur, performer, or someone rebuilding your creative rhythm, this conversation will meet you where you are. Listen and notice what shifts in how you approach your next creative moment. Connect with Rosanne Instagram https://www.instagram.com/rclbrooklyn/  Facebook https://www.facebook.com/rosanne.limoncelli/  LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/rosanne-limoncelli-phd-80a6255/  Substack https://substack.com/@rclimoncelli    Rosanne C Limoncelli (Jun 28, 2026, 11:25 AM) https://www.mysteriousbookshop.com/events/56439  Connect with Izolda Website: https://IzoldaT.com Book Your Discovery Call: https://calendly.com/izoldat/discovery-call New Play Exchange: https://newplayexchange.org/users/90481/izolda-trakhtenberg What you need to know today. Choose your Functional Tarot card here. This episode is brought to you by Brain.fm.* I love and use brain.fm! It combines music and neuroscience to help me focus, meditate, and even sleep! Because you listen to this show, you can get a free trial and 20% off with this exclusive coupon code: innovativemindset. (affiliate link)URL: https://brain.fm/innovativemindset Listen on These Channels Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Stitcher | Podbean | MyTuner | iHeart Radio | TuneIn | Deezer | Overcast | PodChaser | Listen Notes | Player FM | Podcast Addict | Podcast Republic | *Affiliate Link  
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  From One Childhood Question to a Hit One-Man Show with Rich Potter 06.07.2026 54min

  What happens when clown, comedy, and philosophy come together? A masterclass in creative thinking, audience connection, and artistic courage with Rich Potter. What if asking one better question could change the way you think about creativity, purpose, and possibility? In this episode of Your Creative Mind, I sit down with clown, variety entertainer, storyteller, creator of God! The One-Man Show, and my husband, Rich Potter, to talk about turning childhood curiosity into meaningful creative work. Together, we explore overcoming creative procrastination, rewriting with confidence, collaborating as creative partners, and using humor to examine life's biggest questions. Whether you're a writer, performer, entrepreneur, or simply looking to build a more consistent creative practice, you'll come away with practical ideas for strengthening creativity, cultivating curiosity, and finding confidence in your own artistic voice one thoughtful question at a time. If you want to know more about God the One-Man Show, head to https://godtheonemanshow.com for information on the New York City performances July 17th and 18th, 2026. Or if you'll be at the Edmonton Fringe Festival, you'll get your chance to catch God as he creates the universe in August. Connect with Rich https://godtheonemanshow.com/ https://www.instagram.com/awfulcute/    Connect with Izolda Website: https://IzoldaT.com Book Your Discovery Call: https://calendly.com/izoldat/discovery-call New Play Exchange: https://newplayexchange.org/users/90481/izolda-trakhtenberg What you need to know today. Choose your Functional Tarot card here. This episode is brought to you by Brain.fm.* I love and use brain.fm! It combines music and neuroscience to help me focus, meditate, and even sleep! Because you listen to this show, you can get a free trial and 20% off with this exclusive coupon code: innovativemindset. (affiliate link)URL: https://brain.fm/innovativemindset Listen on These Channels Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Podbean | MyTuner | iHeart Radio | TuneIn | Deezer | Overcast | PodChaser | Listen Notes | Player FM | Podcast Addict | Podcast Republic | *Affiliate Link  
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  Networking Without the Ick: A Creative's Guide to Being Seen 22.06.2026 21min

  Why your talent isn't the problem: your silence is, and how to fix it without feeling fake. Does the thought of introducing yourself at an industry event make your stomach drop? You're not alone, and you're not broken. In this episode, you'll learn why so many talented artists, playwrights, and creatives freeze when it's time to talk about their own work, and exactly what to do about it. Drawing from real classroom moments teaching young artists who'd rather whisper their ideas at lunch than present them aloud, you'll walk away with five practical techniques for building creative confidence, networking without feeling fake, and getting yourself into the rooms where opportunities for grants, exhibitions, and productions actually happen. If self-promotion makes you cringe, this episode will change how you think about being seen. Connect with Izolda Website: https://IzoldaT.com Book Your Discovery Call: https://calendly.com/izoldat/discovery-call New Play Exchange: https://newplayexchange.org/users/90481/izolda-trakhtenberg What you need to know today. Choose your Functional Tarot card here. This episode is brought to you by Brain.fm.* I love and use brain.fm! It combines music and neuroscience to help me focus, meditate, and even sleep! Because you listen to this show, you can get a free trial and 20% off with this exclusive coupon code: innovativemindset. (affiliate link)URL: https://brain.fm/innovativemindset Listen on These Channels Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Stitcher | Podbean | MyTuner | iHeart Radio | TuneIn | Deezer | Overcast | PodChaser | Listen Notes | Player FM | Podcast Addict | Podcast Republic | *Affiliate Link  
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  Raw, Unpolished, and On Air: The Case for Messy Creative Beginnings 08.06.2026 13min

  Polished creative work starts with messy, uncomfortable first attempts. This episode is one, and that's entirely the point. What would it take for you to pick up a creative practice you've been avoiding live, on mic, in front of your audience? In this raw, unfiltered episode, Izolda does exactly that. She returns to guitar after months away, mid-episode, imperfect and unpolished. She reflects on grief, creative accountability, and why complacency quietly kills a well-lived life. You'll walk away with one practical strategy for restarting a stalled creative practice: the accountability promise made publicly. Whether you're a writer, musician, or multi-passionate creative entrepreneur rebuilding momentum after burnout, this episode meets you where you are. Because the return matters more than the absence.   Connect with Izolda Website: https://IzoldaT.com Book Your Discovery Call: https://calendly.com/izoldat/discovery-call New Play Exchange: https://newplayexchange.org/users/90481/izolda-trakhtenberg What you need to know today. Choose your Functional Tarot card here. This episode is brought to you by Brain.fm.* I love and use brain.fm! It combines music and neuroscience to help me focus, meditate, and even sleep! Because you listen to this show, you can get a free trial and 20% off with this exclusive coupon code: innovativemindset. (affiliate link)URL: https://brain.fm/innovativemindset Listen on These Channels Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Stitcher | Podbean | MyTuner | iHeart Radio | TuneIn | Deezer | Overcast | PodChaser | Listen Notes | Player FM | Podcast Addict | Podcast Republic | *Affiliate Link  
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  Not My Circus, Not My Clowns: A Creative Burnout Wake-Up Call 01.06.2026 10min

  A memorable lesson in setting boundaries, reclaiming artistic focus, and stopping the cycle of overfunctioning in creative leadership roles. What happens when the creative work you love starts feeling like one more obligation on an already overloaded list? In this episode of the Your Creative Mind podcast, Izolda Trakhtenberg shares a candid story about burnout, leadership, overcommitment, and the surprising power of stepping back. If you’re a writer, actor, musician, or creative entrepreneur who struggles with people-pleasing, creative exhaustion, or balancing artistic goals with daily responsibilities, this conversation will feel deeply familiar. You’ll hear practical mindset shifts for protecting your creative energy, setting healthier boundaries, prioritizing self-care without guilt, and reclaiming time for the art that matters most to you. A thoughtful, encouraging episode for creatives who are tired of carrying everyone else’s circus.   Connect with Izolda Website: https://IzoldaT.com Book Your Discovery Call: https://calendly.com/izoldat/discovery-call New Play Exchange: https://newplayexchange.org/users/90481/izolda-trakhtenberg What you need to know today. Choose your Functional Tarot card here. This episode is brought to you by Brain.fm.* I love and use brain.fm! It combines music and neuroscience to help me focus, meditate, and even sleep! Because you listen to this show, you can get a free trial and 20% off with this exclusive coupon code: innovativemindset. (affiliate link)URL: https://brain.fm/innovativemindset Listen on These Channels Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Stitcher | Podbean | MyTuner | iHeart Radio | TuneIn | Deezer | Overcast | PodChaser | Listen Notes | Player FM | Podcast Addict | Podcast Republic | *Affiliate Link  
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  From Journalism to Fiction: Sarah Seltzer’s Path to Purposeful Creativity 18.05.2026 57min

  Why Journalists Make Some of the Most Visionary Fiction Writers What happens when real-life chaos meets a creative calling you can’t ignore? In this episode of Your Creative Mind, Izolda sits down with USA Today bestselling author and longtime cultural journalist Sarah M. Seltzer to explore how storytelling, Jewish feminism, and creative resilience can shape a meaningful artistic life. You’ll hear practical, heartfelt strategies for sustaining creativity during overwhelming seasons, balancing motherhood with writing, and transforming personal history into grounded, compelling narrative art. Sarah shares mindset tools, creative-process insights, and the small rituals that keep her inspired in a noisy world. If you’re building a life filled with creativity, curiosity, and confidence, this conversation will give you encouragement, direction, and a renewed sense of possibility. One last thing. If you love the music of the 60s and 70s, this episode will be your jam! Sarah's Debut Novel: The Singer Sisters Connect with Sarah https://sarahmseltzer.com/ https://www.instagram.com/sarahmseltzer  https://bsky.app/profile/sarahmseltzer.bsky.social    Connect with Izolda Website: https://IzoldaT.com Book Your Discovery Call: https://calendly.com/izoldat/discovery-call New Play Exchange: https://newplayexchange.org/users/90481/izolda-trakhtenberg This episode is brought to you by Brain.fm.* I love and use brain.fm! It combines music and neuroscience to help me focus, meditate, and even sleep! Because you listen to this show, you can get a free trial and 20% off with this exclusive coupon code: innovativemindset. (affiliate link)URL: https://brain.fm/innovativemindset Listen on These Channels Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Stitcher | Podbean | MyTuner | iHeart Radio | TuneIn | Deezer | Overcast | PodChaser | Listen Notes | Player FM | Podcast Addict | Podcast Republic | *Affiliate Link  
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  Stop Waiting to Be Picked. The Psychology of Choosing Yourself First 11.05.2026 25min

  When the world keeps making you feel like an afterthought, the most radical thing you can do is choose yourself first. In this episode, Izolda gets radically honest about the psychology of being chosen, the guilt loop that traps creative entrepreneurs, and the simple three-word morning mantra that can start shifting everything. Plus, two powerful Broadway shows that will change the way you think about your creative voice, your boundaries, and where you truly belong.
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  What Watching Mexodus, Schmigadoon, and In The Heights Taught Me About Creative Confidence and Risk-Taking 04.05.2026 19min

  Practical lessons for performers, writers, and creative entrepreneurs on taking bold creative risks and trusting your artistic instincts on stage and beyond. What if the way you create, on stage, on the page, or in music, could feel as alive, urgent, and meaningful as a live performance? In this episode of Your Creative Mind, Izolda Trakhtenberg shares powerful insights from three unforgettable productions: from live-looped musical storytelling and Broadway-style spectacle to emotionally charged high school theater. You’ll learn how to build layered creativity in real time, strengthen emotional connection with your audience, and treat your work as an offering that invites collaboration and confidence. If you’re a writer, musician, or performer seeking practical ways to deepen artistic expression, overcome fear of being seen, and create work that resonates, this episode gives you inspiring, real-world creative process strategies you can use immediately. Reviews on three shows: Mexodus, Schmigadoon, and In The Heights. Connect with Izolda Website: https://IzoldaT.com Book Your Discovery Call: https://calendly.com/izoldat/discovery-call New Play Exchange: https://newplayexchange.org/users/90481/izolda-trakhtenberg This episode is brought to you by Brain.fm.* I love and use brain.fm! It combines music and neuroscience to help me focus, meditate, and even sleep! Because you listen to this show, you can get a free trial and 20% off with this exclusive coupon code: innovativemindset. (affiliate link)URL: https://brain.fm/innovativemindset Listen on These Channels Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Stitcher | Podbean | MyTuner | iHeart Radio | TuneIn | Deezer | Overcast | PodChaser | Listen Notes | Player FM | Podcast Addict | Podcast Republic | *Affiliate Link  
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  Why Generalists Thrive (Even If They Never Feel Like They Do) 20.04.2026 19min

  A heartfelt look at why trusting good news is its own creative challenge and how you can build self-belief one win at a time. Have you ever wondered why trusting good things can feel harder than handling the tough stuff? In this solo episode of Your Creative Mind, Izolda pulls back the curtain on what it’s like to be a multi-passionate creative navigating growth, self-doubt, and the surprising intensity of things finally going well. She shares her evolving playwriting journey, the emotional roller coaster of receiving meaningful feedback, and the unique challenges that come with being a generalist who cares deeply about many artistic paths at once. If you’ve ever questioned your creative direction or wrestled with second-guessing your own progress, this episode offers comforting perspective and grounded insights into the creative process for multi-hyphenate artists. Water Mandala Connect with Izolda Website: https://IzoldaT.com Book Your Discovery Call: https://calendly.com/izoldat/discovery-call New Play Exchange: https://newplayexchange.org/users/90481/izolda-trakhtenberg This episode is brought to you by Brain.fm.* I love and use brain.fm! It combines music and neuroscience to help me focus, meditate, and even sleep! Because you listen to this show, you can get a free trial and 20% off with this exclusive coupon code: innovativemindset. (affiliate link)URL: https://brain.fm/innovativemindset Listen on These Channels Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Stitcher | Podbean | MyTuner | iHeart Radio | TuneIn | Deezer | Overcast | PodChaser | Listen Notes | Player FM | Podcast Addict | Podcast Republic | *Affiliate Link
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  What Four Standout Shows Taught Me About Creative Bravery and Committing on Stage 09.04.2026 27min

  What Titanique, Death of a Salesman, The Balusters, and Wolffish teach us about storytelling that wins hearts Have you ever wondered how seeing great theatre can transform your own creative work? In this quick-take episode of Your Creative Mind, Izolda shares candid, heartfelt reviews of four wildly different productions, from powerhouse solo performances to uproarious musical parodies to Broadway heavy-hitters. You’ll hear what each show reveals about creative resilience, character embodiment, staging choices, comedic timing, and the courage it takes to fully commit onstage. Through relatable stories (including the realities of live-audience chaos), you’ll gain practical insights to strengthen your storytelling, sharpen your artistic instincts, and stay inspired. Social proof abounds as Izolda highlights award-winning artists and directors who set a high bar for creative excellence. A must-listen for theatre lovers, playwrights, and creative professionals seeking deeper creative mastery.   A final quick note: Wolffish was written and performed by Kyle June Williams and directed by Melisa Annis.  
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  Why Creative People Struggle to Set Boundaries (And Why It’s Draining Your Creative Energy) 06.04.2026 17min

  What happens when your instinct to help others starts draining your creative energy? Have you ever tried your best to communicate clearly only to realize the other person keeps demanding more, pushing harder, and ignoring your boundaries? In this episode of Your Creative Mind, I explore the psychology of setting healthy boundaries in creative collaboration, volunteer work, and professional relationships. Through real stories, from helping a stranger on subway stairs to handling an email confrontation, I share practical insights on how protecting your time, energy, and creative focus helps you stay productive and emotionally balanced. If you’ve ever felt drained by difficult people, this episode will help you recognize when generosity becomes overextension, how to hold firm boundaries without guilt, and why protecting your mental space is essential for sustained creativity, effective communication, and a thriving creative life.   Connect with Izolda Website: https://IzoldaT.com Book Your Discovery Call: https://calendly.com/izoldat/discovery-call New Play Exchange: https://newplayexchange.org/users/90481/izolda-trakhtenberg This episode is brought to you by Brain.fm. I love and use brain.fm! It combines music and neuroscience to help me focus, meditate, and even sleep! Because you listen to this show, you can get a free trial and 20% off with this exclusive coupon code: innovativemindset. (affiliate link)URL: https://brain.fm/innovativemindset It’s also brought to you by my podcast host, Podbean! I love how simple Podbean is to use. If you’ve been thinking of starting your own podcast, Podbean is the way to go!** Listen on These Channels Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Stitcher | Podbean | MyTuner | iHeart Radio | TuneIn | Deezer | Overcast | PodChaser | Listen Notes | Player FM | Podcast Addict | Podcast Republic | **Affiliate Link  
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  The Neuroscience of Voice, Creativity, and Human Connection 23.03.2026 16min

  What if your voice, singing, speaking, or reading aloud, could change your brain, your mood, and your sense of connection? This episode explores the science-backed link between creativity, music, and mental wellness, showing how singing together synchronizes heartbeats, activates communication centers of the brain, and restores connection even in Alzheimer’s and dementia patients. You’ll hear how voice, improvisation, and shared music reduce isolation, support emotional regulation, and strengthen human bonding. Through real experiences at immersive music and neuroscience events, Izolda connects creativity, brain health, and expressive arts in a way you can apply immediately. If you care about creativity and mental health, the neuroscience of music, or using your voice for connection and healing, this conversation will stay with you long after it ends.   Soul Paint Avatar update HeARTbeat at Lincoln Center Connect with Izolda Website: https://IzoldaT.com Book Your Discovery Call: https://calendly.com/izoldat/discovery-call New Play Exchange: https://newplayexchange.org/users/90481/izolda-trakhtenberg This episode is brought to you by Brain.fm. I love and use brain.fm! It combines music and neuroscience to help me focus, meditate, and even sleep! Because you listen to this show, you can get a free trial and 20% off with this exclusive coupon code: innovativemindset. (affiliate link)URL: https://brain.fm/innovativemindset It’s also brought to you by my podcast host, Podbean! I love how simple Podbean is to use. If you’ve been thinking of starting your own podcast, Podbean is the way to go!** Listen on These Channels Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Stitcher | Podbean | MyTuner | iHeart Radio | TuneIn | Deezer | Overcast | PodChaser | Listen Notes | Player FM | Podcast Addict | Podcast Republic | **Affiliate Link  
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  Rachel Feeny-Williams on Playwriting, Self-Producing, and Theatrical Shenanigans 09.03.2026 54min

  What Happens When You Stop Waiting and Start Producing with Rachel Feeny-Williams How do you build a sustainable creative career when no one is handing you permission? In this episode of Your Creative Mind, Izolda Trakhtenberg talks with playwright and producer Rachel Feeny-Williams about fifteen years of writing, self-producing theatre, and getting work seen by real audiences around the world. Listeners will gain practical insight into independent playwriting, producing your own work, and using audio drama and podcasting to expand creative reach. Rachel also shares what Theatrical Shenanigans has taught her about community, consistency, and creative momentum. This conversation offers grounded guidance, real-world perspective, and an encouraging reminder that creativity grows through curiosity, confidence, and shared voices. Connect with Rachel https://www.rfwscripts.co.uk/https://theatricalshenanigans.podbean.com/https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100069571340912https://newplayexchange.org/users/60206/rachel-feeny-williams Connect with Izolda Website: https://IzoldaT.com Book Your Discovery Call: https://calendly.com/izoldat/discovery-call New Play Exchange: https://newplayexchange.org/users/90481/izolda-trakhtenberg This episode is brought to you by Brain.fm. I love and use brain.fm! It combines music and neuroscience to help me focus, meditate, and even sleep! Because you listen to this show, you can get a free trial and 20% off with this exclusive coupon code: innovativemindset. (affiliate link)URL: https://brain.fm/innovativemindset It’s also brought to you by my podcast host, Podbean! I love how simple Podbean is to use. If you’ve been thinking of starting your own podcast, Podbean is the way to go!** Listen on These Channels Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Stitcher | Podbean | MyTuner | iHeart Radio | TuneIn | Deezer | Overcast | PodChaser | Listen Notes | Player FM | Podcast Addict | Podcast Republic | **Affiliate Link    
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  Getting Paid Is Part of the Art 23.02.2026 21min

  The simple question that protects artists, writers, performers, and creative entrepreneurs from unpaid work What changes when you decide your creativity deserves professional respect and pay? In this solo episode of Your Creative Mind, Izolda Trakhtenberg speaks candidly to writers, musicians, actors, and creative professionals about getting paid, setting boundaries, and refusing the “do it for exposure” narrative. Drawing on decades of real-world experience, Izolda shares practical language for negotiating creative work, mindset shifts that build authority and consistency, and stories that show why professionalism protects both your art and your energy. You’ll gain confidence around rates, contracts, and saying no without apology, while still choosing when generosity truly serves you. This episode supports sustainable creative careers, confident self-advocacy, and treating artistry as meaningful, paid work. Your card for this week: Connect with Izolda Website: https://IzoldaT.com Book Your Discovery Call: https://calendly.com/izoldat/discovery-call New Play Exchange: https://newplayexchange.org/users/90481/izolda-trakhtenberg This episode is brought to you by Brain.fm. I love and use brain.fm! It combines music and neuroscience to help me focus, meditate, and even sleep! Because you listen to this show, you can get a free trial and 20% off with this exclusive coupon code: innovativemindset. (affiliate link)URL: https://brain.fm/innovativemindset It’s also brought to you by my podcast host, Podbean! I love how simple Podbean is to use. If you’ve been thinking of starting your own podcast, Podbean is the way to go!** Listen on These Channels Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Stitcher | Podbean | MyTuner | iHeart Radio | TuneIn | Deezer | Overcast | PodChaser | Listen Notes | Player FM | Podcast Addict | Podcast Republic | **Affiliate Link      
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  Creativity, Boundaries, and Sustainable Activism with Author Kitty Stryker 09.02.2026 1h 2min

  Staying Creative in Difficult Times: How to Keep Your Spark When the World Feels Heavy How can you protect your energy, stay creative, and build meaningful collaborations without burning out? In this episode of Your Creative Mind, I talk with author and activist Kitty Stryker, who has spent over a decade shaping conversations around consent culture, sustainable activism, and healthy creative practices. You’ll learn how to set boundaries that honor your work, pace yourself so your creativity stays strong, and choose your battles with intention. Kitty also shares practical strategies for balancing art and activism, collaborating with respect, and finding joy even when the world feels heavy. If you’re a writer, artist, or changemaker seeking ways to sustain your creativity, this conversation offers tools and inspiration to help you live with more curiosity, confidence, and compassion. https://thornapplepress.com  https://kittystryker.com/  http://medium.com/@kittystryker  https://trash-panda-periodical.ghost.io/  https://bsky.app/profile/kittystryker.bsky.social  https://www.facebook.com/officiallykittystryker  https://thornapplepress.ca/books/love-rebels/ This week's card Connect with Izolda Get exclusive content and bonus podcast episodes when you join my Patreon. Website: https://IzoldaT.com BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/izoldat.bsky.social. Book Your Discovery Call: https://calendly.com/izoldat/discovery-call New Play Exchange: https://newplayexchange.org/users/90481/izolda-trakhtenberg Submit a Play to the Your Creative Table Read Podcast Series  https://crossroads.consulting/  This episode is brought to you by Brain.fm. I love and use brain.fm! It combines music and neuroscience to help me focus, meditate, and even sleep! Because you listen to this show, you can get a free trial and 20% off with this exclusive coupon code: innovativemindset. (affiliate link)URL: https://brain.fm/innovativemindset It’s also brought to you by my podcast host, Podbean! I love how simple Podbean is to use. If you’ve been thinking of starting your own podcast, Podbean is the way to go!** Listen on These Channels Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Stitcher | Podbean | MyTuner | iHeart Radio | TuneIn | Deezer | Overcast | PodChaser | Listen Notes | Player FM | Podcast Addict | Podcast Republic | **Affiliate Link  
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  Flow States That Hold You Up: Steven Puri on Sustainable Creative Focus 26.01.2026 1h 14min

  See why sustainable creativity is less about pushing harder and more about supporting your well-being. What would your creative life look like if your focus felt steady, your ideas flowed more easily, and your work lifted you up instead of wearing you down? In this episode of Your Creative Mind, Izolda sits down with Steven Puri, former EVP, Kurtzman/Orci @ DreamWorks Studios and 20th Century Fox VP. His experience working with world-class filmmakers offers powerful lessons for anyone seeking sustainable, high-creativity practices. Steven shares the mental strategies and healthy-productivity habits top artists use to stay inspired, avoid burnout, and build long-lasting creative momentum. You’ll gain actionable tools for strengthening your attention, navigating distraction overload, and designing a workflow rooted in well-being. If you’re committed to a life of creativity, curiosity, and confidence, this conversation will keep you moving forward with purpose. Connect with Steven https://www.thesukha.co/  Connect with Izolda Website: https://IzoldaT.com Book Your Discovery Call: https://calendly.com/izoldat/discovery-call New Play Exchange: https://newplayexchange.org/users/90481/izolda-trakhtenberg  
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  Beyond Fear: How Skill Awareness Shapes Creative Confidence 12.01.2026 22min

  If your creative vision feels bigger than your current skills, you’re not failing. You’re growing. In this episode of Your Creative Mind, Izolda Trakhtenberg shares a powerful insight from playwright Lauren Gunderson that reframes creative hesitation for writers, musicians, actors, and artists. This isn’t about fear of judgment. It’s about artistic skill, vision, and timing. Through personal stories from playwriting, songwriting, and performance, Izolda explores how creative confidence is built draft by draft, note by note. You’ll gain a practical mindset for moving past creative paralysis, honoring your current abilities, and trusting the process of artistic growth. If you’re wrestling with writer’s block, unfinished projects, or the question “am I good enough yet?”, this episode offers clarity, permission, and a path forward that is grounded in experience, generosity, and creative leadership. This week's card to contemplate  Listen to the episode to learn what to meditate on. Connect with Izolda Website: https://IzoldaT.com Book Your Discovery Call: https://calendly.com/izoldat/discovery-call New Play Exchange: https://newplayexchange.org/users/90481/izolda-trakhtenberg This episode is brought to you by Brain.fm. I love and use brain.fm! It combines music and neuroscience to help me focus, meditate, and even sleep! Because you listen to this show, you can get a free trial and 20% off with this exclusive coupon code: innovativemindset. (affiliate link)URL: https://brain.fm/innovativemindset It’s also brought to you by my podcast host, Podbean! I love how simple Podbean is to use. If you’ve been thinking of starting your own podcast, Podbean is the way to go!** Listen on These Channels Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Stitcher | Podbean | MyTuner | iHeart Radio | TuneIn | Deezer | Overcast | PodChaser | Listen Notes | Player FM | Podcast Addict | Podcast Republic | **Affiliate Link  
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  What is Doing Your Best Right Now? A Creative Check-In for 2026 05.01.2026 28min

  For People Who Want Depth, Not Drama and Expression Without Exhaustion What happens when your creative voice evolves, and you choose to evolve with it? In this episode of Your Creative Mind, Izolda Trakhtenberg shares why 2026 marks a turning point: a deeper focus on artists, makers, and anyone reclaiming confidence through creative expression. You’ll hear the story behind the new Suit of Voices in the Functional Tarot, a practical tool for reflection, communication, and inner clarity. Izolda also offers a grounding breathing practice and a powerful question: Are you doing your best right now? It's designed to help you step out of overwhelm and into intentional choice. If you care about creative confidence, artistic growth, mindful decision-making, and practical tools for navigating drama without losing your voice, this episode is for you. This week's card to contemplate: Drama   Connect with Izolda Website: https://IzoldaT.com Book Your Discovery Call: https://calendly.com/izoldat/discovery-call New Play Exchange: https://newplayexchange.org/users/90481/izolda-trakhtenberg This episode is brought to you by Brain.fm. I love and use brain.fm! It combines music and neuroscience to help me focus, meditate, and even sleep! Because you listen to this show, you can get a free trial and 20% off with this exclusive coupon code: innovativemindset. (affiliate link)URL: https://brain.fm/innovativemindset It’s also brought to you by my podcast host, Podbean! I love how simple Podbean is to use. If you’ve been thinking of starting your own podcast, Podbean is the way to go!** Listen on These Channels Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Stitcher | Podbean | MyTuner | iHeart Radio | TuneIn | Deezer | Overcast | PodChaser | Listen Notes | Player FM | Podcast Addict | Podcast Republic | **Affiliate Link