How does creativity benefit our lives as grown-ups? I'm Claire, and I re-found my creativity after a time of almost crippling anxiety. Now I want to share the stories of other people who have found or re-found their creativity as adults, and hopefully inspire many more grown-ups to get creative. I chat with my guests about their childhood experiences of creativity and the arts, how they came to the creative practices they now love, the barriers they had to overcome to start their creative re ...
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Are you someone who hears a mathematic or scientific phrase and mentally checks out of the conversation because you THINK you won't be able to understand it? Well - this podcast is definitely for you! Perhaps you sit at home and it suddenly dawns on you... wait... how does my smart phone REALLY work? Once again - this podcast is definitely for you! Maybe you're someone who groans at having to explain for the millionth time to your friends how gravity works. Surprise surprise... this podcast ...
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Mark Clay – refilling the creative cup
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Creativity and community Mark Clay's transition into the arts began later in life, sparked by his experiences as a father. He initially engaged in creative activities to facilitate his daughters' artistic explorations, which led him to rediscover his own potential for drawing. This rekindling of creativity served as a form of 'occupational therapy'…
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Mary Adkins – from law to literature
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Processing the personal struggles through words. A negative experience in a college creative writing class derailed Mary Adkin's writing ambitions for nearly a decade, and sent her on a whole different path than the one she had planned. Mary studied public policy and went to law school, but when it came to working in the legal profession, Mary quic…
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Tina Wells – T'ai Chi Chih in times of need
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There is energy in everything. In this episode my guest Tina Wells chats about her journey to finding emotional relief and mental wellbeing, along the way showcasing various practices and creative outlets that foster joy and reduce stress. Tina has always had a deep appreciation for nature and science – including a fascination with energy bonds, or…
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Douglas Robbins – from nomad to novelist
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Dealing with personal loss, embarking on a nomadic lifestyle, and ultimately finding solace and purpose through writing. For author Douglas Robbins the journey to creativity was anything but conventional. In this episode I chat with Douglas about his early creative influences, including his mother's theatrical background and his own musical experie…
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Gina Farrar – adventures in all dimensions
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How creativity can fit into the seasons of your life Gina Farrar has embraced many facets of her own creativity in midlife, and loves to share how doing so can be a great tool for self-discovery and expression. In this episode I talk with Gina about her desire to and experiences of homeschooling her two girls, and how those same girls were pivotal …
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Meet the Collective: Overcoming doubts with Ela Wassell
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At one time or another we all have our inner critics, undermining our confidence, but how do we deal with them? My guest, Ela Wassell of Truly Boldly You, advocates for acknowledging them, since it is though understanding these voices that we can manage them, an approach that can empower individuals to embrace their authentic selves, free from perf…
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Meet the Collective: SEO and websites with Kelly Drewett
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Making websites empathetic can improve your search engine rankings and discoverability. In this episode I chat with Creativity Found Collective member and expert in search engine optimisation (SEO) Kelly Drewett, about the ways that business owners can improve the usability and accessibility of their websites, which in turn will enhance that site's…
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Sewing up a storm. In this episode of the Mother of All Solutions podcast, Laura Broderick chats with Great British Sewing Bee contestants Lauren Tedstone and Vicki Reid who discuss their careers before entering the Sewing Bee, plus their work, family and sewing lives now. Mother of all Solutions CreativityFound.co.uk Instagram: @creativityfoundpod…
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Amy L. Bernstein – communicating creatively
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From corporate communications to embracing personal creativity through writing, coaching, and more, Amy L. Bernstein illustrates in this episode that owning your identity and being true to yourself can lead to a sense of empowerment and fulfillment. Amy shares how she transitioned from high-paying corporate communications' jobs to pursuing more per…
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Meet the Collective: Sussex Garden School
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Crafting inspired by nature and gardens The creative workshops offered at Sussex Garden School range from garden design to pressing flowers, fused glass art, natural dyeing and rag weaving, all in a supportive and encouraging environment where adults can explore their creativity and unlock a sense of wonder and playfulness often lost in adulthood. …
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Meet the Collective: Mary Broddle Embroidery
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Buying an embroidery kit is a great way to get started with this craft, and Mary Broddle creates modern kits using traditional methods, as well as teaching online and in person. In this chat, Creativity Found Collective member Mary discusses how embroidery engages the brain's reward centre, reduces stress and offers a productive way to relax. She a…
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Creativity Found is 100 episodes old, something I never could have imagined when I started the show with a secondhand microphone and a good idea. In this celebratory episode find out the whys, hows and whos of the show so far, including highlights from some of my guests. And if you haven't listened to all 100 episodes, you'd better get started!! Gu…
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Joanne Robinson – from armed forces to art classes
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Growing up, Joanne Robinson was creatively encouraged in primary school and loved to draw for hours at home. However, her passion for art was dampened when she entered secondary school and was told by an art teacher that she wasn't very good. This negative feedback led Joanne to believe that she didn't have a talent for art, and she abandoned her a…
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Jane Crowfoot – contemporary crochet knows no bounds
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Adventures with yarn, needles and hook Delve into the colourful world of crochet with my guest Jane Crowfoot, also known as Janie Crow, as she shares her journey from average student to renowned crochet designer, author and the founder of her own brand. Jane opens up about her early creative experiences, her education in textiles, and the pivotal m…
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Rachel Larsen Weaver – imperfection and authenticity
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Portraying and valuing everyday family life As a film photographer Rachel Larsen Weaver captures authentic and imperfect moments, particularly highlighting the nuances of motherhood and family life. Her work showcases the real and raw aspects of these experiences, steering away from the facade of perfection often portrayed in mainstream media and o…
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Jessie Elliott – society, stereotypes and sparkle
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Helping everyone to find their sparkle From a young age, Jessie Elliott struggled with the idea of being her authentic self, feeling the pressure to conform to certain preconceived roles and expectations. She felt the need to shrink herself in order to fit in, stifling her creativity and inner voice. After the tragic loss of her father, Jessie took…
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Corrie Legge – the quiet reconnection
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Corrie Legge was following Julia Cameron’s The Artist’s Way, and during reading deprivation week – which she expanded to include other external distractions such as TV and social media – was at a bit of a loose end, having put the children to bed at her babysitting job. This period of quiet reflection resulted in a flurry of writing, something that…
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Have You Ever Filled a Bucket Full of Water and Then Spun it Around?
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Welcome to our tenth episode! In this episode, we talked about pheromones, viral engineering, how a saw can stop your hand from getting chopped off, the total solar eclipse coming up in April, and centripetal force! We also discussed what happens when you're driven by fear or insecurity and room temperature superconductors! Are they real? :O Keep s…
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Gaelle Jolly – letters and loss, messages and miniatures
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Navigating life's ups and downs by embracing creativity. In this episode Gaelle Jolly shares her journey from feeling unfulfilled in her job and struggling to find her place in a competitive sector, to discovering a passion for creativity that provided solace during difficult times. Despite previously not seeing herself as creative, Gaelle has foun…
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Bianca Giarola – learning to blossom
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Perseverance through practice and imperfection As a child Bianca Giarola loved drawing, partly influenced by her aunt – who encouraged her and her siblings to explore their creativity – and encouraged by her father – who would buy her those wonderful big colouring sets. However, as she entered elementary school she found that art was not particular…
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Shirley Novack – blending fact and fiction
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From selling sweets to Cyndi Lauper to being questioned by the US Secret Service, Shirley Novack has lots of stories to tell, but when her father died she came across the story that she wanted to write down. As a child, Shirley's Eastern European parents’ conventional beliefs were not to her satisfaction, so she worked tirelessly, pursuing educatio…
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Rebecca Norris – turning ill health into inspiration
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2023 Great Pottery Throw Down contestant Rebecca Norris tells me how she reignited her creative flame through pottery while navigating the demands of a teaching career. Rebecca was brought up in Northern England, where working-class values often overshadowed her artistic ambitions. She recounts finding solace in art during her school years and the …
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How a group of senior ex-servicemen and women experience the calming and therapeutic facets of pottery, and through that explore human connection, creativity, and the sheer joy of crafting. I was invited by Emily Chilvers to Royal Hospital Chelsea to find out more about the pottery sessions she runs there, to meet and chat with some of the pensione…
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Claire Waite Brown on the Feminine Roadmap podcast
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Remember the joy of finger painting as a child or the thrill of your first dance recital? As adults, we often lose touch with these creative pursuits, trading them in for routine and productivity. In this episode of the Feminine Roadmap podcast, Claire Waite Brown (that's me!), the creative mind behind Creativity Found, is here to challenge this no…
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Tammy Euliano – medicine and mysteries
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When the day job is a launch pad for creative exploration. Tammy Euliano is an obstetric anesthesiologist who has transitioned from authoring a medical textbook with her mentor to penning a mystery novel, and in this episode we dive into her backstory, explore the challenges she has navigated, and discover how her writing journey has enriched her e…
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Heather Moore – finding joy in the print studio
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Heather Moore, a former teacher turned printmaker, shares her journey of rediscovering her passion for art and creativity, and making the decision to leave a stressful career in education. As a youngster, Heather believed her art would only ever be a hobby, as many young people do, but after having her daughter she started to realize its importance…
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Kerry Lyons – rediscovering the inner artist
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Navigating change and inspiring creativity. Kerry Lyons shares her inspiring path, starting from her childhood love for art – influenced by her architect father – to overcoming societal expectations and enriching her everyday life through her artistic pursuits. Kerry opens up about a transformative quarter-life crisis that saw her end a long-term r…
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Martin Whiskin – from management to microphone
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Swapping the 9-to-5 office job for a home recording booth While managing databases during the day, Martin Whiskin spent all of his spare time gigging with his band as well as handling a lot of the promotion that came with that. He enjoyed learning about photography, videography and design that came with that role, but never considered himself to be…
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Liz Alterman – writing after redundancies
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Imagine turning a challenging life event into an empowering and cathartic creative outlet. That's exactly what Liz Alterman achieved when she channelled her emotions during a period of unemployment into a blog, and later, a published memoir. As she bravely tackled the stigma and emotional turbulence of job loss, Liz discovered a profound connection…
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Welcome to our ninth episode! In this episode, we talked about pee! And poop! And the process of gaining/losing weight on a boat, the rise of AI, auto-tune, voice changers, coding programs, super and quantum computers, and Q-bits! Keep sending us topics you'd like to know more about: @clairemaggiecorlett@gmail.com Come back next time to learn about…
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Imogen Tinkler – turning personal loss into career growth
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What is it like to truly reinvent yourself? To take the twists and turns of life and turn them into an opportunity for growth and reinvention? Imogen Tinkler did just that. From her unique upbringing in Pakistan, her work in the charities sector, to her leap of faith into food and foraging, Imogen's story is a testament to the power of resilience, …
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Let's Think About it Logically for a Moment, in Spock's Name
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Welcome to our eighth episode! In this episode, we talked about Google Map picture composites, satellites, definitions vs terminology, UFOs, space tourism, time travel, the relativity of morality and predicting the future. We also answered another e-mail, discussing our favorite Wii games. Keep sending us topics you'd like to know more about: @clai…
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Caro Giles writes herself back onto the page
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Rewriting your identity Ever felt like you've lost yourself along life's journey, and wondered how you could possibly find your way back? In this episode, Claire chats with Caro Giles, a theatre arts graduate turned actor, teacher, mother, home educator, carer, and now published author. Caro shares her journey of finding and retaining her sense of …
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JP Kalonji – art and social change
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Art, life and advocacy In this guest episode of the Narratives of Purpose podcast, Claire Murigande discusses with editorial illustrator Jean-Philippe Kalonji the role artists and culture play in social change. JP is an illustrator, comic artist, and painter stationed in the beautiful city of Geneva, Switzerland. We're taking a stroll down memory l…
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Yellow Shed Pottery – patience in clay
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Creativity, the learning process, and the mesmerizing world of pottery. In this bonus episode I’m joined by Creativity Found Collective member Kelly Drewett and friend of Creativity Found Carola Moon, as we visit the pottery studio of fellow Collective member Debbie Page. You’ll hear about how Debbie makes her moon jars – and what they are – as wel…
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Leona Fensome – juggling motherhood and a creative career
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Ever found yourself scrambling to manage your time, juggling motherhood while nurturing a creative career? In this episode of the Mother of All Solutions podcast, Laura Broderick chats with Leona Fensome, remarkable mum of three, owner of an independent production company, and a Heritage Projects and Partnerships Officer at the University of Bedfor…
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Glasshouse Theatre – prison officers turned playwrights
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Navigating the UK criminal justice system and healing through creativity What happens when creativity and a desire for social reform collide with the harsh realities of the UK criminal justice system? Ella and Harriet of Glasshouse Theatre share their candid experiences of becoming prison officers, revealing the challenges they faced, and the impac…
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Anna Stoecklein and The Story of Woman
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The Creative Brain is a catalyst for change For many years Anna Stoecklein believed that creativity was limited to traditional forms of art, such as painting or drawing. However, after watching the Netflix documentary The Creative Brain, she realized that creativity is everywhere, and that everyone is creative in their own way. This realization was…
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Jaclyn Sanders – community over competition
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Making time for art. Jackie Sanders primarily works with abstract, geometric shapes, and bold colors using acrylic paint on panels. She creates visually interesting pieces that can be taken at surface value or can communicate deeper concepts and symbolism, allowing viewers to choose what they want to see in the art. As a child, Jackie was supported…
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I Feel Like My Brain Is Fragmenting
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Welcome to our seventh episode! In this episode, we talked about overactive brains, hyper-fixation, the track of a bullet, routine, sleep, stainless steel, metal 3D printers, and cordyceps. We also answered another e-mail, discussing tornadoes and irrational fears. Keep sending us topics you'd like to know more about: @clairemaggiecorlett@gmail.com…
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A printmaking class helps me to get over my fear of 2D. When Gerry Coles invited me to one of her printmaking workshops my initial reaction was that there was no way I would go because I would be rubbish. Regular listeners will have heard me saying that that should not be a reason for not trying a new creative activity, so of course I told myself o…
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Maria Ramsey – a creative transition
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I've caught Maria Ramsey at a reinvention stage, having made the decision to stop teaching music and to explore other avenues that feel more creatively fulfilling. Maria is a multi-talented artist who has explored various creative outlets including visual art, poetry, and floral design. Growing up in a family that valued creativity and the arts, Ma…
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We Look At The Past Through Rose-Colored Glasses
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Welcome to our sixth episode! In this episode, we talked about how river clams get their young to swim upstream, "brincles," the idea of a water-planet, echolocation, the natural color of rubber, and the non-existent potential of rubber cars. Come back next time to learn about stainless steel and metal 3D printers. Support the show…
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‘Getting back to being more me’. That’s how Rich Chambers describes just one of the wider benefits he has experienced from taking the decision to ramp up his musical pursuits in midlife. As a teenager, Rich played guitar and wrote music, and was going to be a rock star. He let his school studies slip, barely passing his graduation year, and set out…
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What is the Creativity Found Collective?
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Promotion and networking for creative-activity businesses The Creativity Found Collective offers multiple ways for members to connect and to promote what they do, and in this bonus podcast episode I delve into the origins of creativityfound.co.uk and the Collective, both born out of the Creativity Found podcast. I explain how I wanted to create a p…
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We Should Be Looking To Give Back
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Welcome to our fifth episode! In this episode, we talked about how a gun (specifically the Barrett) can be both more and less accurate, evolution, deoxygenated water, 9-min old sun, the speed of light equalling the speed of time, what would happen to Earth if the sun disappeared, selfishness, not mattering as a positive idea, AND we answered an e-m…
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Ruth Chipperfield – science, silver and staying awake
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'I was unaware that it wasn't normal to fall asleep when you're sat still.' Ruth Chipperfield, a goldsmith and jewellery designer, had always experienced excessive tiredness, but didn’t think anything more of it until a chat with a friend at uni revealed to her that not everyone struggled to stay awake at their desk in the same way she did. With th…
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You're Gonna Let a 2 Month Old Baby Beat You?
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Welcome to our fourth episode! In this episode, we talked about the process of how caramel is made, cultural appropriation, hallucinations, 20-20 vision, dominant and receive genes, genetic mutation, striker fire vs hammer fire guns, bullet variations, AND we answered an e-mail topic this week on dreams! Come back next time to learn about how a gun…
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Fish Lee – from Smurfette to Life in the Blocks
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How to ease the symptoms of Tourette’s Syndrome and start drawing again, without spilling ink all over the carpet! Guest Fish Lee tells me about how his local TV weatherman played a key part in his getting to the bottom of a mystery illness that had plagued him physically, emotionally and behaviourally since he was a child, and how that diagnosis h…
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It's Really Easy to Fool Someone But It's Almost Impossible to Convince Them That They Have Been Fooled
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Welcome to our third episode! In this episode, we talked about white phosphorous night vision, why wings make you fly, how engines work, methane, dinosaur babies, rabies, cordyceps, and rayleigh scattering (why the sky is "blue")! We totally forgot what we talked about the week before... so come back next time to learn about dominant and recessive …
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