The Creative Minds Podcast

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  What Wim Wenders Taught Me About Creative Breakthrough 13.09.2026 29мин

  Use promo code CreativeMinds2026 for 15% off your first campaign at https://playlistpush.com/spotify-playlists-promotionCome find the extended cut: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=UUMO0moVocy98Wp9ql2M4KG86wHey, thanks as always for opening this one.I love making these new format pieces - recorded live using mp3 queing, and a slightly rougher version of my script read - and I’m glad people are following me into them. This one started with my real reaction to the Wim Wenders interview and advice, and how it informed my own process - and I hope that gives it a strong core message. Pls give me a shout and let me know if you have thoughts on the live format. And thanks as always for being in here.Speak soon,Will ✌️❤️Interviews are here:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XrCUFfM7wEQ&t=400shttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=afTSoaIKwNs&t=4434s This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit insidecreativeminds.substack.com/subscribe
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  What Tame Impala Taught Me About Creative Confidence | CM Podcast 30.08.2026 21мин

  Hey,Use promo code CreativeMinds2026 for 15% off your first campaign at https://playlistpush.com/spotify-playlists-promotionCome find the extended cut: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0moVocy98Wp9ql2M4KG86w/joinI hope you enjoy this one.The whole piece was born from a clip I watched with Tame Impala, which started a rabbit hole of thinking and writing around this topic of creative confidence. In this one we discuss self-doubt, following an idea into uncomfortable places, and the - often a little bit triggering - process of having to change yourself as the work changes.I really hope you enjoy it, and get a kick out of the new live recorded creative minds format here too.You can catch the video above, or listen to this one now on your favourite podcast platforms.Thanks for being in here, and best,Will ✌️❤️ This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit insidecreativeminds.substack.com/subscribe
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  How Great Artists Escape Distraction 02.08.2026 40мин

  Use promo code CreativeMinds2026 for 15% off your first campaign at https://playlistpush.com/spotify-playlists-promotionCome find the extended cut: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0moVocy98Wp9ql2M4KG86w/joinThis is a piece I’ve wanted to make for awhile now. You might have caught the script which dropped as an article here last week - and it’s all about creative retreat.Today then we have the full podcast, or video available on the YT if you fancy that too.This summer has felt busy (for good and bad) - but I stepped out for a week, and took Creative Minds with me. And I guess if there’s a single goal for this one, it’s to inspire some people out here, to take a creative retreat of their own.I’m going to put a short reading list/watching list, which supported me in the production and storytelling for this one. And yeah, I really hope you enjoy it.✌️❤️,WillReading list/watching listCamus ‘Create Dangerously’https://blogs.ncl.ac.uk/christianmieves/files/2020/04/Camus-Albert-Create-Dangerously.pdfVarious introductions to the work of E.E. Cummingshttps://www.themarginalian.org/tag/e-e-cummings/The George Saunders book I speak about in the piecehttps://www.londonreviewbookshop.co.uk/stock/a-swim-in-a-pond-in-the-rain-from-the-man-booker-prize-winning-new-york-times-bestselling-author-of-lincoln-in-the-bardo-george-saundersFantastic overview of the impressionist movementCreative Minds is a small operation, that drives large impact. My work here, and the time I spend on it, is supported by the CM Members, and wouldn’t be able to exist without them.If you think what I do matters, please consider supporting it. You’ll get early access to the feature pieces, extended cuts of some videos, a thank you at the end of the edits, and the knowledge that you’re supporting this work for everyone who gets value from it. Sign up now, and cancel anytime it stops working for you. It matters. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit insidecreativeminds.substack.com/subscribe
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  Joy Sullivan - Poet & Amazing Creative Mentor | CM Conversations 13.07.2026 50мин

  Hey,It’s too hot, can you tell?Sending peace and love to you, wherever you find yourself to enjoy this one. Inside, Joy shares a personal journey of pushing and building experience and voice. And in the end, finding great community and success. Joy is a poet, and I’ve been writing recently too, so wanted to share some words below here to send you into the interview - it’s an extract from an upcoming spoken word piece I’m working on. More emotion than promotion, so sending with love and peace.And just before we jump into it - go and check out Joy’s work here and her writing community here, and the Creative Minds course here too. There’s community and structure to help you push forwards with your creative goals if you’d like it.Oh and another thing - I’ve been reading this book of poems recently, and loving it. Go request it at your local bookstore and if you regret the purchase, read it again, then again, then hit me up for a full refund.Now to the writing… which I’ve been setting to the below song by future dream guest for the next season of CM Conversations ‘Duval Timothy’. Hit play and give the words a read - or don’t - either way, sending love. River BlueIt gets hotter around here now.Blinds down I’m hiding from the summer sun.Friends tell me they’re suffering, I hear them.This year’s been long.But not half as long as the one before that.When my guts were pulled out.Entrails, trailing me. As I walked the in-between. As I walked the in-between.As I walked between town and my flat.Entrails.Leaving my blood splattered past the Waterloo clock, and onto thenorthern line then angel, and later on the same journey back.We all face times like that, she told me, and I liked her.She seemed to care a lot.And patient after patient. It can’t be such an easy job.I sent an image of my face to my friends, as I careered across… A continuation to come, in some form. And go now to explore the music of Duval Timothy if you haven’t yet - it’s entirely good. Speak soon, and peace,Will This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit insidecreativeminds.substack.com/subscribe
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  How To Create Without Fear (Really Though) 06.07.2026 1ч 24мин

  Use promo code CreativeMindsPod for 15% off your first campaign at https://playlistpush.com/spotify-playlists-promotionThis is the longest episode yet, and about something I’ve personally found real value in.Whenever I have a stressful event to meet in my work (or life), I always fall back on meditation as the best preparation tool. I use it to manage anxiety around upcoming performances, and I’ve found my writing is better - or at least it leads me towards the writing I really want to be doing - when I’m meditating regularly too.I made this piece to talk about my own experience with meditation, but also to dig into all the uses the many artists and creatives I’ve looked at over the years, have spoken of also.The link to Kasia Murfet’s Substack, which is featured in this piece is here, and I thoroughly recommend it.If you want further support to take on your creative goals this summer - come check out the 30 day challenge here - https://creativeminds.mykajabi.com/do-the-hard-thingThere’s an active community in there now, and I’m very proud of how the energy is coming together there.And with that said, good luck in your own work, thanks for being here, and speak v soon,Will This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit insidecreativeminds.substack.com/subscribe
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  I realised that the younger version of me, would relish the opportunity to be doing this - Holas May | CM Conversations 21.06.2026 51мин

  Super enjoyable and interesting one here. Holas is a hip hop artist from Adelaide, Australia, and I really think this one will resonate for some people, because it hit for me as a musician pushing to make space and time for projects whilst balancing the rest of life.Go and check out Holas’s work here and support: He was also kind enough to give me some links to other Australian rappers so we can up our game here -Claz (Adelaide) Elsy Wameyo (Adelaide) Legac.y (Adelaide) https://www.youtube.com/@legac.y.MP3Baro Sura (Melbourne): https://www.youtube.com/@barosura/featuredFor those interested in the course. DO THE HARD THING - Summer term is now open and active to join.https://creativeminds.mykajabi.com/do-the-hard-thingTake the 30 days at your own pace, and join the community today.I made what I would’ve wanted (and still do want) as an ambitious creative. Built with intentionality and care, and focused on real lasting change.There’s no better time to come and join the summer term community, and get your journey started there - and I threw in some bonus readings if you check it out now too.Peace, and speak soon,Will This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit insidecreativeminds.substack.com/subscribe
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  Find something real, and build your art around that - Daniel Sluman 14.06.2026 47мин

  We’re back with CM Conversations. And an amazing one to return with. Daniel is a poet, but he brought interest and experience on all types of struggles artists deal with - creative routine, approaching the political from the lens of the personal, and the necessity for vulnerability when we share our work.There will be something in here for every passionate creative, and it’s a great starting point for the new season.As you jump in here, I also wanted to call forward anyone who’s trying to make a real step-change in their practice this summer, and would like some additional support to do so. I’ve just opened up my second intake for Do The Hard Thing - a 30 day challenge where I support artists and creatives to Step towards the harder work they’ve been avoiding with 30 days of guided reflection and direct action.Come join here: https://creativeminds.mykajabi.com/do-the-hard-thingI’ve built on the feedback from the first cohort, and built something more flexible, more long-term in regards the community building, and where the access to the material is completely up to you.Another thing I wanted to say here, was a massive thanks for anyone who read and supported the first collab post I did here earlier this week. I first reached out to Sydney 3 or 4 months ago now, and to push the collaboration all the way to release, then see such warmth and support shown here for the work - really was a blessing.If you haven’t checked that one out, go take a read now. It’s getting great support, and Sydney’s writing really hits on Substack - a great follow. So with all that said, peace, the links to Daniel’s work, which we have the honour of getting a short reading from at the end of this conversation, are below:Daniel Slumen Insta: https://www.instagram.com/danielsluman/Daniel Slumen Publisher: https://ninearchespress.com/publications/poetry-collections/pain-songsAnd yeah, I hope you enjoy this one, go and show him some support from this community.Best,Will ✌️❤️ This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit insidecreativeminds.substack.com/subscribe
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  The (UNSEEN) Art of Slow Creativity | CM Podcast 01.06.2026 1ч 2мин

  Use promo code CreativeMindsPod for 15% off your first campaign at https://playlistpush.com/spotify-playlists-promotionCM Conversation creatives:Joy sullivan - https://joysullivanpoet.com/Onehand - https://www.onehandspace.com/map As a video, this piece is getting my best retention and comment ratio for awhile, so I really hope it’s going to hit for some people as a listening piece too. Not to mention it’s longgggg - so perfect for the car or your next gym trip or studio session.Peace, and thanks as always for being in here. Pls let a fellow creative know about the work if you get value from it.✌️❤️Will This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit insidecreativeminds.substack.com/subscribe
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  How (NOT) To Use Your Time As A Creative 11.05.2026 39мин

  Use promo code CreativeMindsPod for 15% off your first campaign at https://playlistpush.com/spotify-playlists-promotionThis one took some time to make, but the YouTube community are reacting well, and I hope those who enjoy the podcast, can get the value I’m trying to put down here too.Distraction, presence, time, patience, reality vs the online space - this piece encapsulates a lot of the themes that are so close to Creative Minds. And yeah, I hope you love it (like I loved making it).This piece was also the first main feature to include three snippets from the CM Conversations - powered by artists and creatives from the newsletter community. I’m linking all their conversations and direct work below - so do go and enjoy those too if one of them speaks to you.Love to all those in here, peace and good luck in your own projects.✌️❤️,WillBen Reeveshttps://insidecreativeminds.substack.com/p/deep-dive-on-creative-process-withPublications by Ben Reeveshttps://www.simonandschuster.com/authors/Ben-Reeves/241394884OhPandahhttps://insidecreativeminds.substack.com/p/ohpandah-sobriety-street-art-leavingOhPandah’s YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@ohpandahGOGOhttps://insidecreativeminds.substack.com/p/if-you-stay-present-and-connectedGOGO’S radio showhttps://www.dublab.com/shows/the-wavelength This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit insidecreativeminds.substack.com/subscribe
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  Annahstasia - Navigating Independent Artistry, Self-Definition, & Finding Truth in Live Performance 12.04.2026 13мин

  Use promo code CreativeMindsPod for 15% off your first campaign at https://playlistpush.com/spotify-playlists-promotionMy attempt with this HTSC series, is to build out a collection of voices that can support the CM community in their own journeys. I hope some of you will resonate with what Annahstasia’s bringing forward here. And please explore any of the interviews further below. Annahstasia on Tether, Lenny Kravitz, and co-starring in Kendrick Lamar's "Luther" | Broken RecordAnnahstasia on 'Satisfy Me' - What Success Means, Mastering her Craft & Moving On from ModellingAnnahstasia Interview: The Making of Tether & Reclaiming Folk Through Soul and Blues This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit insidecreativeminds.substack.com/subscribe
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  OhPandah - Sobriety, Street Art, Leaving Instagram, & Self-Permissioned Creative Practice 05.04.2026 1ч

  First things first - go and drop OhPandah a YT follow, you won’t regret it - https://www.youtube.com/@ohpandah/videosThis was another conversation that just over-delivered massively for me. It feels like CM Conversations are bringing so much nourishment and goodness into my orbit, and I just couldn’t be happier with how the series is unfolding. I hope you enjoy this one, and if you’re here, I think you will do.✌️❤️Will This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit insidecreativeminds.substack.com/subscribe
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  Why Creatives Avoid The Work That Would Change Everything 29.03.2026 16мин

  Use promo code CreativeMindsPod for 15% off your first campaign at https://playlistpush.com/spotify-playlists-promotionCome join the course this spring https://creativeminds.mykajabi.com/DTHTWAITLISTThis one was a bit of a labour of love.Huge thanks to JPEGMAFIA, Tyler, J. Cole, and all the artists featured in it. I hope this piece finds artists and creatives out there, and gives them that push to reflect more honestly on the work they've been avoiding, and move towards those spaces to find greater expansiveness in their ideas and creative practice.The waitlist for the spring cohort is hereIt’s been a journey bringing this course to the community in here, and I’m super happy to be at this stage, and nearly ready to open the booking. If you’d like to be part of it, pls drop your email at the above link, and you’ll be the first to know when spots open. Love to all those following as always.And peace,Will This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit insidecreativeminds.substack.com/subscribe
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  Molly Aitken - Finding Your Creative Voice, Writing a Book as a New Parent, & Sharing Authentically on Social Media. 22.03.2026 53мин

  The season here continues in fantastic fashion. And honestly, if you know a fellow creative who doesn’t follow this already - this is surely the time to tell them. I’m very proud and pleased to be sharing all these creatives and artists with you - and today, writer Molly Aitken, who has published two novels with Penguin Random House, and recently had her short story published in The New Yorker - so we are super lucky to spend time here with her and get all the tips that were shared. Go and follow Molly’s work here - https://www.instagram.com/molly.aitken/And go find the story above and the books.Peace, thanks as always for being here, and speak v soon,Will This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit insidecreativeminds.substack.com/subscribe
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  Damon Albarn - Creative Advice, Collaboration, and The Beginner's Mind 15.03.2026 10мин

  Hey, hope all are feeling good.Yeah, I just listened to this back. And I wanted to double down on saying that I genuinely make this stuff to increase a sense of belonging and connectedness for those whose experience might resonate with the featured artist. I hope it doesn’t feel like I’m projecting too much onto Albarn here - and if I am, I apologise to him for that, and people can make their own judgment there too. I always imagine if I was the artist now, watching the video or listening to the podcast episode, and how it would make me feel… And my email is always open for any featured artist who would want to chat about their piece, or even tell me it didn’t make them feel good - in which case I would remove it with no hassle at all. Come find the article I mentioned which digs in plenty more to my diary piece, and the story behind the story here (as well as handing over the extra interviews/docs I used to research this) https://insidecreativeminds.substack.com/p/when-youve-pushed-everyone-away-diaries And peace, speak soon,Will This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit insidecreativeminds.substack.com/subscribe
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  Trev Barnes - Being an artist on YouTube, integrity focused 'content' creation, & how to bring cameras into the creative space (and thrive) 08.03.2026 44мин

  This one’s a beautiful conversation. It’s about purpose, creativity, and how to protect your artistic process in the online space. A massive shout to Trev - and more collaborative work will come between us in the future I’m certain.GO FIND HIS YOUTUBE HERE - https://www.youtube.com/@TrevBarnes And before I go - a massive thank you to those who took the time to fill out the survey I posted. Genuinely, you make this stuff real for me, and more real and more impactful for everyone involved. I appreciate your time, and the responses were just super developed and amazing to read… honestly, thanks for that. OK, peace and power to everyone’s work. I’m dropping another diary piece this week, and then I’ve got a focus video on Damon Albarn dropping next Sunday, which is already shaping up to be deeper than I thought I was going with it, and really should be interesting. Hope to see you there.✌️✌️,Will This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit insidecreativeminds.substack.com/subscribe
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  GABRIEL MOSES - ON INTENTIONALITY, PERSONAL BRAND BUILDING, AND FRONT FOOT FWD CREATIVITY 01.03.2026 11мин

  Doing things on purpose - this is my favourite point Gabriel speaks on in this. Taking 1 picture on set, rather than shooting a 1000 and deciding in post. The technology of this world often promises us more - more options, more complexity, more choices. But the best artists understand that the promise of more is often a trap, or a shield to hide behind. BE CLEAR IN YOUR INTENTION - REFLECT ON WHAT YOU WANT TO SAY - THEN DO ONLY WHAT YOU NEED TO.Love to all those following the work, and speak v soon,WillThe newsletter is sitting on the brink of 20,000 subscribers. Help me over the line by dropping this one into a group chat this week ✌️❤️ This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit insidecreativeminds.substack.com/subscribe
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  Deep Dive on Creative Process with Published Fiction Writer - Ben Reeves 22.02.2026 49мин

  What can I say? So many gems in here.We talk about life as a 9-5 worker with a committed creative practice, Ben’s journey from passionate fiction writer to award-winning published novelist, and what ‘doing the actual thing’ might mean for all creatives. I believe this will find someone and inspire them - and I loved making it. GO FIND BEN’S WORKhttps://www.simonandschuster.com/books/Everything-Was-Beautiful-and-Nothing-Hurt/Ben-Reeves/9781668216361And consider sharing this one with a creative/friend who might enjoy it. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit insidecreativeminds.substack.com/subscribe
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  ETHEL CAIN - HOW TO SUCCEED CREATIVELY 15.02.2026 13мин

  I have one goal when making these pieces now - I ask myself, if the artist saw this piece, would they love it? Would they feel it represented them, and the work they do?When a video passes that test - it’s done.Love and power to you. And thanks for the positive response to my longer writing pieces recently. The love is felt here very much.The second CM conversation of series 3 will be dropping next Sunday.And peace,WillP.S. If you happen to know Ethel, and see this, please tell her to get in touch. I’d love to interview her for the podcast ✌️❤️. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit insidecreativeminds.substack.com/subscribe
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  Inspirational Conversation with Production Duo and Founders of Creative Space - Onehand 08.02.2026 59мин

  What a nourishing and beautiful way to start this season of the CM Conversations. An absolute privilege to speak to Brian and Sol. I don’t think I really need to say much on top of this one, I’m just going to say - sit back, make yourself a hot drink, and enjoy. And thanks for being here, this season is feeling fruitful and warm already and I’m super happy to bring it fwd. https://www.instagram.com/____onehand____/https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJaSzVm1BGyKBlHnRCYnxoAPeace and speak soon,WillCan you help support this work? I believe Creative Minds is inherently more valuable if everyone can access everything for free. But I’m balancing building this and paying my bills, and need your help to keep growing this.I get messages every week from people who say my work is helping them move forward with their projects and feel better about their journey and wellbeing around their creative life. If you can support here, and you think this kind of work matters, please consider dropping me that help, and be part of the engine that allows me to continue this… This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit insidecreativeminds.substack.com/subscribe
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  3 Uncomfortable Truths Every Creative Needs To Hear (But Keeps Avoiding) 01.02.2026 15мин

  Use promo code CreativeMindsPod for 15% off your first campaign at https://playlistpush.com/spotify-playlists-promotionCome find the free newsletter - https://insidecreativeminds.substack.comAre you stuck in your creative journey — not because you lack talent, discipline, or ideas… but because you’re quietly avoiding the things that might matter most?On this channel, I talk with artists and creatives about expanding their limitations, pursuing unseen goals, and finding deep satisfaction in the work they make. And in today’s episode, I wanted to share three uncomfortable truths that can help you recognise your creative blind spots and start moving toward the work you actually want to create.We explore why perfect work isn’t the goal, why sharing your art in real-world spaces matters more than you think, and why confidence doesn’t come before action — it often comes because of action.If you’re a writer, musician, painter, filmmaker, photographer, designer, or any kind of creative who feels stuck, blocked, or unsure of your next step, this one is for you.And if you enjoyed this episode, pls consider subscribing, liking the video, and sharing it with another creative who might need to hear this.And thanks as always for being here,Will This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit insidecreativeminds.substack.com/subscribe