Best The Flux Creative Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 015: Chris Pappalardo - resilience, growth, and reinvention 57:03

3d ago57:03

57:03

We sat down with Chris Pappalardo and explore the powerful journey of a man who has reinvented himself time and time again. From his early days growing up in a challenging family environment, to his pursuit of music, and later, his successful career in real estate, Chris shares how his life experiences—both personal and professional—have shaped his…

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Episode 54 Niamh O'Reilly, Chocolatier, Hungry Crow Chocolates 32:56

4h ago32:56

32:56

In this episode, chocolatier Niamh O’Reilly discusses her path into working with chocolate and opening up her own chocolate business, Hungry Crow. She discusses the challenges of the business world and rising raw material prices, taking an ethical approach, listening to her customers, recreating the classics with her unique twist, her hopes for the…

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Episode 014: Dr. Kim Harms - personal adversity, resilience, love & legacy 33:03

17d ago33:03

33:03

In this deeply moving interview, Dr. Kim Harms shares her journey of overcoming personal adversity and dedicating her life to helping others through grief and healing. Born with only seven fingers and facing a turbulent childhood, Dr. Kim recounts how she navigated the challenges of her mother’s suicide, her own physical limitations, and the devast…

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Episode 013: Angy Brinson - abuse, ghosts & the paranormal, empathy & burnout 34:56

1M ago34:56

34:56

Welcome to episode 13 of the LilyList podcast, where our goal is to be a handbook for the living. In this candid conversation, Angy Brinson, a social worker and former paranormal investigator, opens up about her journey through life’s challenges and her dedication to helping others. From her difficult childhood in rural North Carolina to founding a…

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Episode 53 Catherine Tobin, Creative Strategist and AI Advocate 49:19

1M ago49:19

49:19

We chat to serial entrepreneur, creative strategist and AI advocate Catherine Tobin about her love for business and taking the leap into launching her first entrepreneurial venture, the importance of taking learnings from all your endeavours, keeping things simple, the juggling act of having three businesses on the go and finding your tribe.…

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Episode 012: Chris Lockler - self-discovery, addiction, and making amends 44:45

1M ago44:45

44:45

In episode 12 we chat with Chris Lockler who shares his inspiring journey of self-discovery, overcoming addiction, and making amends. We discuss his struggles with substance abuse, finding purpose in volunteering and helping others via his work with Bearded Villains, Team Rubicon, and the Red Cross Disaster Action Team. He touches on his experience…

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Episode 011: Stacey Carter - horses, murder, resilience, and impact 48:19

2M ago48:19

48:19

In Episode 11, we chat with Stacey Carter, a prominent advocate and community leader from Salisbury, North Carolina. She emerged as a powerful voice in the aftermath of tragedy – known for her appearances in documentaries about the infamous Pazuzu Algarad killings. Stacey courageously shared her personal experience of losing her son’s father to Alg…

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Episode 52, Cecilia Scholte Lubberink, Craft Shop Owner 22:38

2M ago22:38

22:38

In this Cork Creative Podcast, Geraldine chats to Cecilia Scholte Lubberink about her journey from poetry and art to opening Le Chéile Arts, a beautifully curated craft shop in Dunmanway. Born from a need for local artists to have a space to showcase their work, Cecilia chats about how the success of a pop-up shop led to the establishment of a perm…

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The Career Mosaic: Building a Board-Ready Skill Set 11:41

2M ago11:41

11:41

In this special summer edition of Tech Beyond the Hype, we explore the crucial mindset shift required for reaching the boardroom. The clip is an exclusive unreleased segment from our interview with CEO of Athena Alliance, Coco Brown, who delves into the transformative thinking needed to navigate the jump from mid-senior level management to board-le…

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Episode 010: Tom Troyer - religion, music, and who inherits what 50:52

2M ago50:52

50:52

Welcome to episode 10 of the LilyList podcast, where our goal is to be a handbook for the living. We chat with North Carolina artist Tom Troyer about his upbringing in the Wesleyann church, the intersection of education and religion, how he transitioned to music full-time, and who he wants to leave his gear to when he dies. His latest album - The S…

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Episode 51 Caragh Bell, Author 28:40

3M ago28:40

28:40

In the latest Cork Creative episode, Patrick Kiely revisits the show's first guest, Caragh Bell, to discuss her journey and recent projects. Since her last appearance, Caragh has published another book, Mosaic, and her next, Fortuna, is due out in August. She has also started a school podcast series, the SHSS podcast. She shares her experiences wit…

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The Marketing Balancing Act: Where Creativity Meets Data 27:25

3M ago27:25

27:25

In today's rapidly evolving digital landscape, marketers face the challenge of balancing creative intuition with data-driven decision-making. As technology advances and consumer behaviours shift, the art and science of marketing are increasingly intertwined, requiring professionals to master both realms to achieve success. In this episode, I'm join…

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Episode 009: Eddie Pepitone - childhood, career, and legacy 36:14

3M ago36:14

36:14

In episode 9 we catch up with our friend Eddie Pepitone. We touch on Eddie’s background, experiences in pursuing a creative career in America's capitalist system, and the importance of personal legacy and preparing for legal aspects of life. We also chat about writers that inspire us, the impact of Eastern philosophy, and even Eddie's health and fi…

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Decoding AI: Mastering the Art of Informed Decision-Making 25:43

4M ago25:43

25:43

"Your AI journey does not start with AI. It starts by understanding how does our organization create value for our constituents and our stakeholders?" In this episode, Bill Schmarzo (Customer AI and Data Innovation Strategist at Dell Technologies) takes us deep into the dynamic world of AI, sharing his insights on the transformative potential that …

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Episode 008: Mishka Shubaly - ephemeral reality, legacy in art, marriage 51:45

3M ago51:45

51:45

In episode 8, Mishka and Curt discussed the challenges of living in extreme weather conditions, the ephemerality of creative work, and the importance of legacy in art. They also shared their personal experiences and influences that shaped their artistic expression, including the impact of music and their tumultuous journeys from troubled childhoods…

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Episode 007: Beth Talbert - adoption, early-onset dementia, and taking back life 44:49

4M ago44:49

44:49

In episode 7 we present a very interesting conversation with Beth Talbert. An amazing human being with an amazing story, who isn’t done yet. We discuss her life from adoption, growing up on islands and moving to New Hampshire, landing in North Carolina, and navigating life while caring for a husband with early-onset Alzheimer’s. We also touch on he…

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Corporate Governance in Flux: Diversity, Accountability, & Community Building 29:31

4M ago29:31

29:31

Corporate boardrooms and senior executives are facing unprecedented scrutiny. The convergence of complex social issues, technological advancements, and global events is reshaping expectations around transparency, accountability, and ethical leadership. From sustainability standards to cybersecurity threats, leaders must navigate a challenging envir…

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Episode 006: Brian Clarey - journalism, hating Greensboro, community and activism 45:10

4M ago45:10

45:10

Welcome to episode 6 of the Lily List Podcast. Brian Clarey is a lifelong journalist, NY native who landed in Greensboro, NC via New Orleans, founder and leader of an independent news organization, and true believer in the power of family and community. In this episode, we discuss his journey - the challenges and successes, as well as where he is f…

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Episode 50 Kerry O' Callaghan, Illustrator 24:06

5M ago24:06

24:06

In this episode, we chat to illustrator Kerry O’Callaghan about her journey into children’s illustration, diversity and representation, her collaborative process and gaining confidence in her work.By Cork Creative

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Episode 005: JT Habersaat - entrepreneurship in comedy, writing, and capturing end-of-life documents on a podcast 47:30

5M ago47:30

47:30

Welcome to episode 5 of the Lily List Podcast. JT Habersaat is an entrepreneur, standup comic, storyteller, and lives life by the DIY punk ethos. In this episode, we discuss the impact his parents had on him, how he shifted from a 9 to 5 to being his own boss, his writing career, and why we had to capture his DNR on this recording - versus him spea…

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Episode 004: Lydia Lunch - artistic life, rebellion, and what's next 18:10

5M ago18:10

18:10

We were grateful to host Lydia Lunch recently and see her perform live. She can come across in her performances as angry, brash, and insulting to some, but we found her to be wonderfully intelligent, open, and generous with her time. In this episode we touch on where Lydia came from - nature versus nurture - some of her many experiences, where she …

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Episode 003: Dr. Corinne Auman - elder care, entrepreneurship, and appropriate planning (and how rare that is) 51:48

6M ago51:48

51:48

In episode three, we speak with Dr. Corinne Aumann. She is the founder and CEO of Choice Care Navigators, a Nationally Certified Guardian and an Advanced Professional member of the Aging LifeCare Association. Dr. Auman received her Ph.D. from NC State University, where she studied developmental psychology with a specialty in adulthood and aging. Co…

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Episode 49 Sara Devoy, Craniosacral Taster Session 53:23

6M ago53:23

53:23

Cork Creative's Geraldine Hennessy experiences a craniosacral therapy session in the comfort of Sara Devoy's beautiful therapy space. Listen in to how the session unfolds and experience a taster of what a session would be like.By Cork Creative

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Episode 48 Sara Devoy, Craniosacral Therapist 35:09

6M ago35:09

35:09

In this episode we are joined by craniosacral therapist Sara Devoy. We chat about the benefits of this holistic approach to settling the nervous system and how it can address various physical and emotional issues. Sara shares stories of helping clients navigate challenges and highlights the importance of focusing on the positive aspects of healing …

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Episode 002: Michael - hope, loss, and re-focusing on life with Judy Dutcher 51:45

6M ago51:45

51:45

Continuing the conversation with my mother, we explore the life of Michael - her son and my brother - what his arrival gave us, what his loss took from us, and what the legacy of his life has been. We also dive deeper into how Judy navigated this period in her life, and what she looks forward to today.…

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Episode 47 Newry Bakry and Caroline Walsh, Cosplayers, Creators, Customisers and West Cork Tuskens 37:39

6M ago37:39

37:39

In this episode, we talk to Nuri Albakri and Caroline Walsh about their creativity, cosplaying, diorama creation and customisations. From growing up in Malaysia to hosting the inaugural Feel the Force festival in Dunmanway, we speak about the importance of community and creativity of West Cork.By Cork Creative

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Leadership in Times of Turmoil: A Ukrainian Saga 26:26

6M ago26:26

26:26

In February 2022, Alexander Radchenko, leading a team of developers based in Ukraine, faced an unimaginable challenge: his team came under physical attack. Despite the chaos, Radchenko managed not only to keep his team intact but also achieved a remarkable feat—maintaining 100% customer retention during this tumultuous period. In this episode, we d…

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Episode 001: Substance abuse, suicide, and moving forward each day with Judy Dutcher 38:14

7M ago38:14

38:14

In the maiden voyage of LilyList, Judy Dutcher talks about her experiences growing up, having four kids before the age of 26, handling substance abuse and the suicide of her first husband, and what keeps her getting up each day, focusing on the positive, and moving forward.By LilyList

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Episode 46 Laure Mouniamy, Elle Aime 22:25

8M ago22:25

22:25

In this episode we chat to Laure about her path into upholstery, the satisfaction she garners from what she does, expanding her services, breaking through limits and an unusual encounter with a hen.By Cork Creative

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Episode 45 Justin Grounds, Violinist, Composer & Music Producer 54:05

9M ago54:05

54:05

In this episode we chat to Justin Grounds about how music has been a constant presence throughout his life, his move to West Cork and becoming embedded into his community, his influences and inspirations and his unique musical style.By Cork Creative

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Episode 44 Orla Twomey & Armand Tessier, Farraige 39:26

9M ago39:26

39:26

In this episode, we chat to Orla and Armand from Farraige about seaweed art-about the patience required for turning a piece of nature into a piece of art, the wonders of this multifaceted yet underrated element of our coastal landscapes and the importance of passion, giving things a go and the support of friends and family.…

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Is the Quantum Cryptopalypse Coming for Business Data? 32:34

11M ago32:34

32:34

Quantum computing will someday render conventional encryption futile. When? No one really knows. That’s because, despite being a relatively nascent area of technology, advancements in quantum computing are moving so fast that it’s impossible to know with any degree of certainty when this inevitability will occur. In this episode, I sit down with CE…

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Episode 43 Michelle Coughlan, Stylist 40:49

12M ago40:49

40:49

In this episode we are joined by stylist Michelle Coughlan. We discuss her path to becoming a stylist from being a fashion loving child to working on projects for internationally renowned brands in the US, her return home to Ireland, the importance of networking, the different facets of her work and her future plans.…

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Revealed: The Human Side of Digital Transformation and Why Leaders Can’t Ignore It 1:01:23

1y ago1:01:23

1:01:23

A whopping 70% of all digital transformation projects fail – according to Deloitte. With businesses everywhere having spent the past 2 decades investing time, energy and resources into transformation, something clearly isn't working. Guest Kamales Lardi joins me in this episode to share her insights on what we're getting wrong when it comes to digi…

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Episode 42 Fiona Kelleher, MyGug 21:51

1y ago21:51

21:51

In this episode, we chat to MyGug CEO Fiona Kelleher about the story behind this Cork based start-up, their new age solution to an age old problem, scaling the product, the importance of local supports, ongoing discussions for governmental incentives and being persistent.By Cork Creative

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Episode 41 Leona Forde, Children’s Author 23:54

1y ago23:54

23:54

As her second book launches, children’s author Leona Forde joins us on the Cork Creative podcast to chat about the turning of a story for her daughter into the publication of a successful first book, her inspirations and writing process, the importance of relatable and diverse characters, and her experiences as an author.…

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What does Innovation Look Like in the Age of Generative AI? 48:59

1y ago48:59

48:59

There's a lot of buzz around innovation, but what does it really mean? What makes a company good at innovating? With over two decades of experience at Amazon, where he spearheaded innovation projects across various departments, guest Trent Gillespie offers invaluable insights into the power of innovation in today's business landscape. In this episo…

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Episode 40, Suzanne Casey, Velo 20:04

1y ago20:04

20:04

In the final part of our coffee roasting series, we are joined by Suzanne Casey, general manager of Velo Coffee Roasters. In this episode we discuss their growth into mainstream retail, the advantages of a single supplier, embedding their business ethos into all that they do and standing out amongst the crowd.…

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Episode 39, John Boyle & Tom Edwards, Stone Valley 49:25

1y ago49:25

49:25

We chat to John and Tom from Stone Valley Coffee Roasters about their self-taught roasting journey, their desire to lighten up the specialty coffee industry whilst ensuring a high quality product & their customer focused approach to their business.By Cork Creative

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Killer Instinct: Inside the mind of crime writers 1:28:54

1y ago1:28:54

1:28:54

As part of Skibbereen Arts festival, Caragh Bell chats to Tadgh Coakley, Michelle Dunne, Catherine Kirwan and Amy Cronin in this live literary event. They chat about their creative process, their books and the explosion of the crime genre.By Cork Creative

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Democratising Health: Redesigning Care with Artificial Intelligence 31:55

1y ago31:55

31:55

Could AI really transform an entire industry at the global level? On a mission to end cardiovascular disease across the world, visionary digital transformation and strategy leader, Richard Dasselaar has dedicated his life to unpicking the complexities of global public health and designing innovative ecosystem models that optimize healthcare outcome…

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Episode 38, Tony Speight, West Cork Coffee 26:57

1y ago26:57

26:57

In the second part of our coffee roasters series, we chat to West Cork Coffee’s Tony Speight. We discuss how his engineering background helped him turn his hobby into a passion, his sustainable approach to work and life, not wanting to be the next Starbucks and getting lucky.By Cork Creative

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Episode 37, Brock Lewin, Badger & Dodo 34:34

1+ y ago34:34

34:34

In the first part of our coffee roasting series, we are joined by Brock Lewin from Badger & Dodo. We discuss the building blocks of one of the first Irish specialty coffee roasters, the development of their product & brand, the importance of getting the basics right, their focus on quality and Brock’s belief that it's best to let the coffee do the …

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Can we Avoid Burnout? 57:11

1+ y ago57:11

57:11

Sending emails before you’ve got yourself ready for work, a blocked-out calendar filled with back-to-back meetings and that looming deadline that’s made sleep more difficult than ever this week – sound familiar? As we adjust to the remote/hybrid world of work, maintaining boundaries between our personal and professional lives is difficult to say th…

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Optimizing for Impact with Blockchain & Analytics 58:07

1+ y ago58:07

58:07

As the world shifts towards a more sustainable future, businesses must prioritize impact alongside profitability. Mere lip service won't suffice as consumers, investors, and governments demand greater transparency around ESG and impact performance. In this episode, I chat to Fleur Heyns - founder of impact intelligence platform, Proof about the fut…

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Episode 36 Rachel Kelleher, Mix Coworking 30:28

1+ y ago30:28

30:28

In this episode, we return to our Business Supports Series with a chat to Rachel Kelleher from Mix Coworking in Clonakilty. Along with her partner Michael Kote, they have turned a passion project into a successful business. In this episode, we discuss their journey to both Clonakilty and the creation of a coworking space, learnings from the origina…

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Episode 35 Sandra Maybury, Marketing Specialist & Author 23:08

1+ y ago23:08

23:08

In this episode we speak to marketing specialist, consultant and mentor Sandra Maybury about the reasons behind her decision to write a book about her parents, her exciting yet normal childhood, marketing and getting the basics right along with getting mad notions.By Cork Creative

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Episode 34 Claire Marie Barton, Sound Healing Taster Session 16:09

1+ y ago16:09

16:09

A bonus mini sound healing session is where Cork Creative got to experience Claire Marie Barton's sound healing first hand.By Cork Creative

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Episode 33 Claire Marie Barton, Sound healer, author & musician 54:53

1+ y ago54:53

54:53

We are joined by sound healer, author and musician Claire Marie Barton who talks to us about her interesting work, how the loss of her first baby became a transformative event for her, the importance of self-expression and taking time out and she imparts some very sage advice. A bonus mini sound healing session is available as another episode where…

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Introducing Tech Beyond the Hype 1:59

1+ y ago1:59

1:59

Introducing Tech Beyond the Hype, TechTarget's latest original podcast series.By TechTarget

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