Today, we enter the elemental world of Jobi Manson—A visual artist and sculptor whose work unfolds as material poetry, where stone, water, light and sound become her artistic language. Jobi’s journey takes us deep into the spaces beyond words, where matter, time, and nature all converge, offering us a glimpse of the world that feels both ancient and alive.

After a near-death experience that left her temporarily paralysed, Jobi began to explore the profound power of regeneration and the wisdom held in our senses. This life-altering event ultimately led her to create Sēfari—a platform that invites people into elemental experiences with water and sound, helping them sink into the depths of their own potential and essence.

In today’s conversation, Jobi reflects on the art of being in dialogue with the natural world, how we can commune with the elemental realm in our creative process, and the invitation water offers in times of chaos. We explore what it means to grow into our role as artists by learning from those who think differently, and how dreaming is an essential part of making art. Jobi’s insights on the fluid relationship between water and creativity are not only captivating but feel like a much-needed medicine for this moment in time.

This episode is rich with wisdom, depth, and inspiration—an invitation to slow down and listen to the ways the world speaks to us through its elements.

Some of the key theme's we touch on today are:

• Embracing artistry as a way of being, not just something we do.
• Learning from diverse perspectives to evolve as an artist.
• Exploring how the landscapes we inhabit shape our identity and creative expression.
• Jobi opens up about her journey with her sexuality and self-discovery.
• How grief and loss deepen our connection to the natural world.
• Exploring what it means to be in constant dialogue with nature.
• The significance of caring for our bodies in the creative process.
• Using touch as a tool for navigation and artistic expression.
• Art-making as an opportunity to time travel and transcend.
• The loneliness that often accompanies the artist’s path.
• Jobi’s journey to discovering her creative process and structure.
• Building a strong foundation to support the weight of being a self-employed artist.
• Jobi’s near-death experience and how it transformed her approach to life.
• The relationship between water and creativity, and how the two intertwine.
• Understanding why we may feel numb or dissociated as creatives.
• Pain as a profound teacher in the artist’s journey.

KEY EPISODE LINKS:

Learn more about Rachael's 1:1 Creative Partnership 2025
Explore Jobi's website & her work with Sefari
Explore Jobi's Instagram

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The original painted work in the show design was hand painted by artist Sarah Darling.
Episode editing, engineering and the creation of our original musical score was created by Camilla Rose Sullivan.

Today we enter into the wise and mystical world of Mia Taninaka, a multidisciplinary artist whose work invites us to peer beyond the veil into the heart of the imaginative consciousness.

In this conversation, Mia opens up about navigating the internal battle between creating for yourself and creating for others—a struggle familiar to so many artists. We explore the archetype of the "starving artist" and how it blocks our reclamation of the artist’s role as a conduit of something greater. Mia shares her wisdom on trusting your own creative flavour, the power of saying no, and surrendering to the process—especially when self-doubt creeps in.

We delve into the alchemical nature of art-making, where even the darkest moments of frustration with a piece can be transmuted into breakthroughs, offering a richer depth to both the work and the artist. Mia’s practice of Vedic meditation and kriya yoga has deepened her connection to her creative process, allowing her to channel energy from her lineage-based spiritual practices directly into her work. Through her spiritual practices she has learned to cultivate and trust the energy that fuels her artistic evolution.

Mia reminds us that part of this process is embracing the chaos and dialogue that unfolds between the artist and the canvas, even when it feels like you might have to burn the piece. It's about surrendering, taking space, and returning with new eyes.

This episode is an invitation to dance with the unseen forces that shape our creative lives, to trust, to surrender, and to level up as we lean into our deepest artistic selves.

The key juicy ideas we deepen into today are:

- How to unveil the depths of imaginative consciousness

- Overcoming the starving artist stereotype

- Balancing personal creativity with external expectations

- Cultivating the confidence to say no and embrace your unique essence

- Emphasizing trust and surrender within the creative journey

- Redefining self-doubt as an inherent aspect of artistic growth

- Incorporating dark times into the creative process

- Understanding how ancient spiritual practices unlock imaginative potential

- Enhancing creative expression through Vedic meditation

- Leveraging ancestral myths to enrich artistic pursuits

- Inviting your inner genius into your creative space

- Utilising different spiritual practices at different stages of the creative process

- Catapulting your evolution through Kriya and Himalayan breath-work

KEY EPISODE LINKS:
Learn more about Rachael's 1:1 Creative Partnership 2025
Explore Mia's website
Explore Mia's instagram
Elizabeth Gilbert's Ted Talk

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The original painted work in the show design was hand painted by artist Sarah Darling.
Episode editing, engineering and the creation of our original musical score was created by Camilla Rose Sullivan.

This week, we’re diving into a topic that’s not only close to my heart but also vital for the future of creative industries. We’re talking exhaustion, burnout, and the cultures that perpetuate them.

I am thrilled to welcome Dan Sipple—a highly sought after naturopath, nutritionist, and herbalist who’s deeply passionate about helping people heal from the inside out. Dan is also a touring musician, so he truly understands the demanding and often exhausting nature of the creative industries. In this conversation, we’ll explore the very real issue of extended exhaustion and what burnout really looks like, what happens when we ignore the signs, and how we can start noticing when we’re on the edge.

We’ll explore the pivotal role of sleep and how things like artificial light can disrupt our natural rhythms. Dan will offer insights into how to reclaim a deeper quality of rest, and guide us through the fascinating connection between gut health and cognition—a relationship that plays a critical role in how we access creativity and flow.

This episode is packed with practical advice and grounded wisdom for artists, creatives and those who work in the industries that support them.

Here are some of the key topics we traverse today:

- The role of a Naturopath and how it differs from a GP
- What is "burnout" and what happens when we ignore the signs and push through.
- How to notice when you're experiencing burnout.
- What happens when we don’t get enough sleep.
- How artificial light affects our sleep cycles.
- A deep dive into the connection between gut health and cognitive function.
- Tools and practices for when you're on the road, working late and in front of a screen
- The effects of meditation and breath-work on health and stress reduction.
- How botanical medicines can support healing.
- How our inner dialogue influences our physical health and overall well-being.

KEY EPISODE LINKS:

Stay connected to the show and join our mailing list
Explore Dan's work
Follow Dan's Instagram
The book - Why We Sleep by Matthew Walker
The Pulsetto for supporting our nervous system
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The original painted work in the show design was hand painted by artist Sarah Darling.
Episode editing, engineering and the creation of our original musical score was created by Camilla Rose Sullivan.

Today we journey into the remarkable life and artistry of Natalie Childs, known to many as 'Woman of the South.' Natalie walks barefoot through life, living off-grid, and deeply connected to the land, guided by the spirits of her ancestors, with kinship ties to the Bundjalung Nation. As an artist, videographer, gallery owner, and mother to her beautiful daughter Kaylee, Natalie weaves together the threads of Country, womanhood, ceremony, and sacredness into her work.

In this episode, Natalie reflects on how the spirit of her beloved Nan guided her to awaken her artistry, igniting a journey of reviving her ancestry and healing her lineage. She shares her relationship to the land as her muse, foraging natural materials and setting a sacred space to create art that embodies both beauty and purpose. Through her night sky pieces, she channels a quiet but powerful activism, allowing her work to reveal truths rarely told.

We explore her choice to live off-grid, how she manifested her dream tiny home, and how she embraces a life with deep trust and intentionality. Natalie walks us through her creative process—learning out loud as she connects with nature’s gifts, weaving her ancestry into each piece. Natalie shows us that with small, deliberate steps, we can create a ripple effect that brings about meaningful change.

In creating her own world, Natalie has built a sanctuary of creativity, culture, and deep connection to the land.

Join us as we dive into the timeless magic of Natalie’s canvas, where we are reminded to trust our gifts, to open to the world around us, and to surrender to a path laid out by those that went before us.

EPISODE LINKS:

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Explore Natalie's art instagram page - Woman of the South
Explore Natalie's film instagram page - Barefoot and Offgrid
Explore Natalie's journey off-grid via her YouTube series
Explore Natalie's new art gallery - Our Gallery Milton
Explore Tio's work - His full name is Kurun Warun

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The original painted work in the show design was hand painted by artist Sarah Darling.
Episode editing, engineering and the creation of our original musical score was created by Camilla Rose Sullivan.

Today, we step into a radiant, joyful conversation with Dee Kawai Tang—a remarkable storyteller and the perfect guide to set the vibe for this next season.

Dee leads us through the intricate dance of love, loss, and creative expression with her magnetic energy. Her laughter, wisdom, and openness ripple through this exchange, inviting us to linger in the depths of what it means to live and create from a place of wholeheartedness.

As a stylist, scavenger of second-hand treasures, illustrator, writer, and visionary, Dee embodies the spirit of transformation. Her book Love Is—a grown-up’s story wrapped in the simplicity of a children's picture book—explores the profound themes of love, loss, and the delicate balance between the physical and the unseen worlds. As she works on her second book, Dee also shares her creative journey through her Substack newsletter, Dear Doris, where she offers a gentle guide to living on Earth with style, care, and heart.

Yet, this conversation travels far beyond Dee’s creative work. It becomes an intimate exploration of her journey through grief, revealing how treasure can be found in trauma. Dee's path is one of metamorphosis and awakening, and as we move deeper, we touch on the idea of releasing karmic knots and uncovering threads of past lives that shape who we are today. Through Dee’s eyes, grief becomes not only a bridge to deeper love but also a way to free ourselves from old patterns and embrace a life filled with greater purpose.

Some of the other juicy topics we touch on today include:

• Moving beyond being offended
• Channeling from our higher self
• Meditation as a vessel for learning and accessing the unseen world
• How Dee returned back to herself through grief
• The essence of Kawa, Dee’s angel daughter
• Past lives and karmic knots
• Authenticity over growth
• What happens when admiration and Inspiration veers into replication

Episode Links:

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Dee’s Instagram

Kawa Heart Studio Instagram

Dee’s website

Read “Dear Doris” Dee’s Substack Newsletter

Purchase Dee’s Book - “Love Is”

Book in a 1:1 creative chat with Dee

Hypnosis with Rachel Crethar

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The original painted work in the show design was hand painted by artist Sarah Darling.
Episode editing, engineering and the creation of our original musical score was created by Camilla Rose Sullivan.

A new season of The World Needs Creatives starts on 27 September.

This season, we’ll be guided by the theme Where Creation and Compassion Collide. Together, we’ll delve into conversations that awaken the creative spirit and deepen our connection with the living world, inviting stories of personal transformation, activism, and the raw power of artistic expression.

How can we become vessels for creative energy, rooted in integrity and care? How do we hold compassion as a guiding force in a rapidly changing world? What does it mean to reimagine creativity through a lens of inclusion, while honouring the earth that sustains us?

In a time shaped by AI and global shifts, we’ll explore how to cultivate a meaningful expression of self, return to our bodies, and listen to the unseen forces shaping our lives. These conversations are an invitation to imagine new possibilities, hold space for ethical creativity, and rekindle our sense of wonder.

The usual mix of creation stories, expert deep dives and solo musings will be woven together for you to devour.

See you there.

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The original painted work in the show design was hand painted by artist Sarah Darling.
Episode editing, engineering and the creation of our original musical score was created by Camilla Rose Sullivan.

The season finale of The World Needs Creatives Podcast is here, and I’m excited to invite you into the precious and generous world of Cade McConnell - A cook, poet, maker and author.

Cade’s artistry is born from reviving traditional ways with food and he lives by the philosophy of consciousness over convenience.

Today, we explore what it means to treat food production and consumption as a sacred act. We’ll also walk the path of Cade’s creation story and learn how the unfolding nature of initiation helps us to reveal the fullness of who we are.

In today’s conversation we go deep, exploring everything from:

• Cade’s experience healing masculine wounds
• What is means to live in integrity
• The energetics of food
• Our collective disconnection with food production and preparation
• How to add more soul to our meals
• The gifts that are born from presence and patience
• The difference between conventional, organic, biodynamic and regenerative farming methods
• How earth made cooking materials provide lasting healing benefits
• And Cade shares why the act of cooking is profoundly worthy of our time and care.

As a final parting gift, I asked Cade to share one of his recent poetic pieces to land us all in our hearts as we close this seasonal cycle.

EPISODE LINKS:

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Cade McConnell's Instagram
Cade McConnell's website
Explore Cade's cookbook
Explore Cade's Clay & Stoneware

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The original painted work in the show design was hand painted by artist Sarah Darling.
Episode editing, engineering and the creation of our original musical score was created by Camilla Rose Sullivan.

Today I experiment with our first Q&A episode.
Drawing from questions my community has slid into my DMs, together we explore:
- The internal conflict we feel when questioning whether to leave a big vision that isn't serving us
- How to start the process of capturing a seed of an idea and bringing it to life
- What might be in the way if we aren't getting noticed and our work isn't being met
- How to move with creative cognition in our meditation practice

Here's a link to the "How to trust in the pull toward reinvention" episode
Learn more about Quiet Rebellion 1:1 Creative Mentorship

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The original painted work in the show design was hand painted by artist Sarah Darling.
Episode editing, engineering and the creation of our original musical score was created by Camilla Rose Sullivan.