Creatives Like Us

Episodes

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  Sandra Palmer: Surreal Collage, Heritage and Finding Your Way Back to Art 01.10.2026 8m

  In the Season 3 finale of Creatives Like Us I'm joined by Sandra Palmer, a Birmingham-based surreal collage artist. After more than 16 years as a designer in lingerie and swimwear, she began making collages during lockdown. It became a way to slow down, practise mindfulness and reconnect with the creativity she has had since childhood. In this episode we talk about why there was never a single moment she knew she was creative, handling imposter syndrome with a simple daily gratitude pra...
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  Cooking up a Creative Future: From Scientist to Baking Educator 20.08.2026 52m

  What happens when a pharmaceutical scientist of 20 years decides to swap the laboratory for mixing bowls? In this episode, Angela Lyons is speaking with Kerry Herbert, founder of My Baking Classroom, who turned her childhood love of baking into a business that now teaches more than 100 children every week. Kerry combines baking, creativity and education to make learning more engaging and accessible, including resources for children with SEND. She also helps home-educating families turn everyd...
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  Mastering podcast discovery and marketing strategies with Christina Moore 14.08.2026 42m

  In this engaging interview, Christina Moore shares her journey from media enthusiast to founder of Don't Skip Media, highlighting the importance of mentorship, podcast discovery, and strategic marketing. Discover how her experiences and insights can inspire aspiring creatives and entrepreneurs. Connect with Christina: LinkedIn here Website here Christina also runs her own podcast, A Mind For Marketing. Notable episodes include talking to the former CMO of Direct Line and the head of Google's ...
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  A Poetic Odyssey with Peju 'The Spark' Abuchi 30.07.2026 51m

  In this episode Angela sits down with Peju Abuchi, known as Peju the Spark, a poetic speaker and therapeutic wordsmith whose mission is healing the world one stage at a time through poetry infused with oratory. They talk about where Peju's creativity started, why she waited until her mid-40s to take poetry from side hustle to full-time calling and how she now performs spoken word experiences on stages from Malta to Budapest, Dubai and Porto. The conversation moves through AI and creativity, j...
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  Splinter Group to Furniture School: Woodworking, Business and Belonging 23.07.2026 36m

  In this episode of Creatives Like Us I sit down with Helen Welch, founder of London Furniture School and a woodworker of 42 years. Helen shares how leaving school early led her to a community carpentry scheme which set the course for her career. We talk about her journey through building control back to making, what it's like being one of the few women and people of colour in craft industries, and why visibility matters so much in changing that. Helen also gets real about business, community ...
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  Embracing Creativity in Property and Business 09.07.2026 36m

  Today's guest is Jasmin Dhillon, an ACCA-qualified accountant who built her early career at global brands including Starbucks and CBRE before carving out a thriving path in property. In this episode we explore creativity in business and the unexpected ways it shows up in how we make money. Jasmin shares how she weaves creativity into her property career and challenges assumptions about what creativity looks like, particularly for women of colour navigating an industry that doesn't always refl...
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  Kira the Bold: Permission to Be Audacious 02.07.2026 49m

  In this episode Angela sits down with Kira Matthews (Kira the Bold), a creative coach who helps people pitch themselves to brands and overcome rejection. Kira shares how a viral post about audacity took her from 5,000 to 25,000 followers in a month and what that number really means to her. She talks candidly about leaving a fast paced career in fashion styling that wore down her self esteem and building a coaching business from scratch when nobody around her thought it was a good idea. The co...
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  Making Business Less Frightening and more Fun – with Kemar Sisimayi-Dyke 28.05.2026 38m

  What does it look like to build a marketing agency, run sell-out networking events, mentor young creatives and go into schools to teach kids how to start businesses – all before your 21st birthday? Meet Kemar Sisimayi-Dyke of Nova Connects. In this episode Kemar shares how a viral TikTok jewellery brand led him to discover his real purpose, why he sold it and what that decision taught him about doing things for the right reasons. We talk about the story behind the Nova name, his Buildin...
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  Building a Playful Illustration Style with Ashwin Chacko 14.05.2026 33m

  In this episode Angela is joined by Ashwin Chacko, also known as Wacko Chacko – a positively playful, award-winning illustrator, author and motivational speaker based in Belfast, Northern Ireland. Ashwin shares the journey from drawing as a five-year-old in India to building a full-time illustration career in Ireland, and everything in between — advertising, art direction, freelance pivots and a very intentional leap of faith in 2019. Ashwin opens up about his path from graphic de...
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  Making It on Your Own Terms: Kazvare on Art and Anonymity 23.04.2026 34m

  "My art is a form of social commentary" – Kazvare Made It In this episode, Angela Lyons interviews illustrator and writer Kazare about her creative journey and social commentary through art. They discuss the importance of black representation in art, navigating social media and future projects. Kazvare is a writer, illustrator and graphic designer who is forging a name for herself with her often ‘sassy sketches and searing satire’ (GRAZIA). She has also been listed as an ‘inspirational woman’...
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  Opening up Season 3 23.04.2026 5m

  If you have enjoyed the podcast, please leave a review here. Thank you! Support the show Contact Information This podcast is hosted by award-winning graphic designer Angela Lyons of Lyons Creative. If you have any questions or suggestions or would like to be featured on this podcast, please contact Angela here. Are you creating your own podcast? My set up is easy as I record on Riverside. You can check it out here. You can follow and connect here: Instagram LinkedIn Podcast website Instagra...
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  That’s a wrap! Reflections of Season Two 02.04.2026 6m

  Join Angela Lyons as she reflects on the lessons learned and highlights from season two of the Creatives Like Us podcast, celebrating creativity and community. --- As we wrap up season two of Creatives Like Us, I want to take a moment to reflect on the journey we've been on together. Throughout this season, we’ve explored various topics related to creativity, confidence and community. Today, I’ll share some highlights and insights that have resonated deeply with me and many of you. If you hav...
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  Print, Passion and a Playlist: Rob Ellison of Tonic Magazine 02.04.2026 32m

  This week I'm joined by Rob Ellison, co-founder of Tonic, a stunning long-form print magazine dedicated to the history and culture of drinks. We recorded this one in person at Burnt Faith Distillery in Walthamstow (yes, a brandy distillery inside a former church) and it's one of those conversations that just flows. Rob's creative journey started with a drum kit spotted in the corner of a church in Walsall at age nine. Music brought him to London in the mid-90s and while things didn't go...
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  Writing your legacy: Celestine's journey to his first poetry book 19.03.2026 41m

  In this episode of Creatives Like Us, Celestine Ekpenyong, a storyteller, poet and aspiring motivational speaker, sits down and talks with your host Angela Lyons. He takes us through his vibrant journey of creative expression, from childhood reading ambitions to publishing his poetry after three decades. He shares his personal insights on the power of storytelling, embracing one's cultural roots and inspiring the next generation through his work and public speaking ambitions. We talk about hi...
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  Content, Ne'Twerking and talking strategy with Jess Bruno 05.03.2026 34m

  In this episode of the Creatives Like Us podcast, host Angela sits down with Jess Bruno, a creative content strategist based in London. They discuss Jess's journey from aspiring Spice Girl (it's true!) to successful business owner, the importance of networking in a fun and engaging way (Ne'Twerking) and the challenges of building a business while managing chronic illness. Jess shares insights on her membership program, 'Watch Us Grow,' and her aspirations for creating inclusive spaces for wom...
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  Brand consistency across your business 19.02.2026 10m

  In this episode, Angela Lyons discusses the critical importance of brand consistency for businesses. She shares practical steps for auditing your brand's visual identity across various platforms and emphasises the need for a cohesive brand image. Angela also provides insights on creating a simple brand guideline document to ensure consistency and memorability in branding. To gain more insight and work together live on your business, join Angela at the Freelancer Magazine Masterclass Workshop ...
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  From Fashion to Freedom: Sarah Christie's Creative Evolution 22.01.2026 36m

  In this episode of "Creatives Like Us," host Angela Lyons engages in a heartfelt conversation with jewellery and accessory designer Sarah Christie. Sarah shares her journey from a young girl influenced by her Jamaican grandparents to becoming a successful designer with her own brand, By Sarah Christie. She discusses the importance of cultural heritage in her work, the challenges she faced in the fast-paced fashion industry, and her decision to pivot towards creating a brand that reflects her ...
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  Just Start: Overcoming Self-Doubt in Creativity 08.01.2026 10m

  In this episode of Creatives Like Us, host Angela Lyons reflects on her journey over the past year, discussing the importance of overcoming self-doubt, the impact of community support and the lessons learned from her podcasting experience. The episode also highlights the achievements of the podcast and its guests, celebrating the diversity and creativity within the community. Support the podcast: Buy me a Ko-fi If you have enjoyed the podcast, please leave a review here. Thank you!...
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  Being Intentionally Yourself with Gus Bhandal 27.11.2025 33m

  In this episode, Angela sits down with Gus Bhandal, a LinkedIn trainer and marketing agency owner based in Coventry, to discuss authenticity in business and the power of being intentionally yourself. Gus shares his unconventional journey from marketing professional to pub landlord and how running a pub for three years became the catalyst for starting his own marketing agency. The conversation explores Gus's philosophy on LinkedIn: why being yourself is your biggest competitive advantage...
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  The Power of Branding in Business 13.11.2025 15m

  In this solo episode, Angela Lyons emphasises the critical role of branding in business success. She discusses how branding is not just a visual identity but an investment that influences how people perceive and remember a business. What to look for before working with a graphic designer. The conversation also highlights the potential costs associated with neglecting branding, including missed opportunities and a lack of credibility. Connect with Angela Website If you have enjoyed the podca...