Daring Creativity. Daring Forever.

Radim Malinic
Daring Creativity. Daring Forever.

Daring Creativity is your backstage pass to the minds that shape our creative world. A podcast series inspired by the upcoming book by Radim Malinic, helping people start and grow life-changing careers and businesses. Over the coming episodes, I will sit down with a broad range of guests: artists, musicians, designers, actors, technologists, and entrepreneurs who've discovered something powerful: that creativity isn't about perfection. It's about showing up with all your doubts, insecurities, and imperfections—and making them count. Are you ready to discover what happens when you dare to create? More info https://radimmalinic.co.uk/

  1. Dare to move beyond talent - Tim Thompson

    1 DAY AGO

    Dare to move beyond talent - Tim Thompson

    Tim Thompson, founder and Chief Revolution Thinker at Rev.Think, shares his extraordinary journey from knocking on Hollywood doors without a resume to becoming the world's leading consultant for creative entrepreneurs. Starting with a bold door-to-door job hunt that landed him roles on the American Music Awards and Oscars, Tim discovered his superpower: shame resilience and the ability to enable others' creative success. After burning out in Hollywood's digital revolution while working on iconic projects like the "Seven" title sequence at Imaginary Forces, Tim made a life-changing decision to attend seminary and rebuild his approach to supporting creative professionals. This spiritual awakening led him to develop his "creative must win" philosophy and the understanding that the creative muse lives in the same brain space as fight-or-flight responses. Tim reveals his framework for creative career longevity through four stages: Artist (talent-based), Auteur (leading others), Curator (promoting others), and Collector (giving it all away for influence). He explains why AI threatens talent-based careers but enhances creativity-driven ones, and how his Rev Community of 700+ business owners represents an industry evolution toward openness, collaboration, and "other-people-ness." Key Takeaways Shame resilience is a creative superpower - The ability to put yourself out there without fear of rejection opens doors that talent alone cannotCreative must win mentality - Support systems should work alongside creatives, not against them, financing their vision while handling logistics and problemsThe muse lives in fight-or-flight mode - Creative entrepreneurs need someone to "guard their back" while they enter the vulnerable state where inspiration strikesFame, fortune, freedom without compromise - These are the three core motivations for entering the creative industry, and careers should be strategically built around oneTechnology follows technique - Understand the creative purpose and method first, then implement technological solutions that support the visionTalent vs. Creativity distinction - Talent can be replaced by AI or younger generations; creativity involves seeing and creating the future, which cannot be automatedOther-people-ness is essential - Long-term success requires generosity, community building, and abundance mentality rather than hoarding opportunitiesPermission granted mindset - Stop asking for permission and start granting it to yourself to take bold creative risks and pursue ambitious visionsIndustry evolution toward openness - The creative industry has matured from secretive competition to collaborative community sharing and mutual supportSpiritual grounding enables longevity - Taking time to reassess values and purpose can prevent burnout and create more sustainable, fulfilling creative careersRevolution requires revelation first - Change happens through curiosity and "aha moments Daring Creativity. Daring Forever. Podcast with Radim Malinic Show questions or suggestions to desk@daringcreativity.com Latest books by Radim Malinic Mindful Creative: How to understand and deal with the highs and lows of creative life, career and business Paperback and Kindle > https://amzn.to/4biTwFc Free audiobook (with Audible trial) > https://geni.us/free-audiobook Signed books https://novemberuniverse.co.uk Lux Coffee Co. https://luxcoffee.co.uk/ (Use: PODCAST for 15% off) November Universe https://novemberuniverse.co.uk (Use: PODCAST for 10% off)

    59 min
  2. Dare to get rejected - Liz Mosley

    30 JUN

    Dare to get rejected - Liz Mosley

    In this deeply personal conversation, branding designer Liz Mosley opens up about her creative journey from childhood curiosity to building a recognisable personal brand in the design industry. Starting with memories of making magazines with friends and being inspired by BBC's Blue Peter, Liz traces how early creative encouragement from her parents shaped her approach to design and business. The conversation explores Liz's "rejection challenge"—a public project that transformed how she views failure and positioning in the creative industry. She shares how documenting rejections publicly helped her build confidence and attract opportunities, ultimately becoming her signature approach to making the design industry more approachable and human. Liz discusses the evolution from feeling like an outsider in design to becoming a community builder who helps others navigate creative challenges. The dialogue covers the psychology of rejection, the power of storytelling in personal branding, and the importance of having clear purpose, goals, and values when making business decisions. Key Takeaways Early creative encouragement matters: Supportive parents who allow messy creative exploration can shape lifelong creative confidence and willingness to experimentRejection is part of the creative process: Expecting and normalising rejection makes it easier to handle and can actually lead to faster recovery and learningConfidence attracts opportunities: When you overcome fear of rejection, you naturally show up more confidently, which draws people and opportunities to youCommunity over competition: Actively participating in creative communities and making the industry more approachable benefits everyone, including your own career growthPersonal branding requires clarity: The most successful personal brands communicate their message with crystal-clear purpose, goals, and valuesStorytelling follows a simple formula: Character + Conflict + Conclusion = compelling narratives that help people connect with your work and processStrategy doesn't need to be complicated: Having a goal, making a plan, and executing it is strategy in its purest form—don't overcomplicate itKnow what you won't do: Being clear about your values and saying no to misaligned opportunities is as important as saying yes to the right onesVulnerability creates connection: Sharing struggles and imperfections makes you more relatable and helps others feel less alone in their creative journeysGrowth happens outside comfort zones: Taking calculated risks and pushing yourself slightly beyond what feels comfortable leads to breakthrough moments and career evolution Daring Creativity. Daring Forever. Podcast with Radim Malinic Show questions or suggestions to desk@daringcreativity.com Latest books by Radim Malinic Mindful Creative: How to understand and deal with the highs and lows of creative life, career and business Paperback and Kindle > https://amzn.to/4biTwFc Free audiobook (with Audible trial) > https://geni.us/free-audiobook Signed books https://novemberuniverse.co.uk Lux Coffee Co. https://luxcoffee.co.uk/ (Use: PODCAST for 15% off) November Universe https://novemberuniverse.co.uk (Use: PODCAST for 10% off)

    55 min
  3. Dare to be violently yourself - Oliver Jeffers

    22 JUN

    Dare to be violently yourself - Oliver Jeffers

    In this deeply personal conversation, acclaimed artist and author Oliver Jeffers shares his unconventional journey from aspiring fine artist to internationally recognised creator of picture books and public art. Known for works like "How to Catch a Star" and the profound "The Fate of Fausto," Jeffers discusses the challenges of working across multiple disciplines in a world that often demands specialisation. The conversation reveals the reality behind creative success—the constant self-doubt, the struggle to balance artmaking with parenthood, and the evolution from seeking external validation to finding internal purpose. Jeffers speaks candidly about operating between two studios (Northern Ireland and Brooklyn), the exhaustion of juggling multiple projects, and the precious window of time spent with young children. Throughout, Jeffers emphasises the importance of persistence, the power of simple communication, and the courage to be "violently yourself" in a noisy world. His insights on creativity, from the technical aspects of bookmaking to the philosophical underpinnings of artistic practice, offer both practical wisdom and profound reflection on what it means to be a creator in the 21st century. oliverjeffers.com Key Takeaways Persistence over perfection: "Be the river, not the rock"—find alternative paths when faced with rejection rather than remaining rigidSelf-reliance is essential: The greatest secret to creativity is "you only get out what you put in"—nobody will do the work for youEmbrace the unexpected: No artwork ever turns out exactly as envisioned—use this as conversation and opportunity rather than disappointmentMulti-disciplinary careers are possible: Despite industry pressure to specialise, Jeffers successfully operates across fine art, children's books, and public sculptureExternal validation is a trap: Moving from seeking approval to internal motivation is crucial for authentic creative expressionSimplicity communicates powerfully: If you can explain something to both a child and grandmother, you've found the communication sweet spotSelf-doubt never disappears: Even successful artists "marinate in existential self-doubt"—it's part of the creative process, not a sign of failureProtect time for thinking: Mental space is as valuable as studio time—sometimes sitting and thinking is more important than producingParenthood changes everything: Balancing creativity with family requires accepting different rhythms and shorter, more focused work periodsBe "violently yourself": Authentic self-expression eliminates competition and comparison—your unique perspective is your greatest assetCommunication over craft: Understanding whether you're creating for personal expression or to communicate with others fundamentally shapes your approachChildren are sophisticated audiences: Never unde Daring Creativity. Daring Forever. Podcast with Radim Malinic Show questions or suggestions to desk@daringcreativity.com Latest books by Radim Malinic Mindful Creative: How to understand and deal with the highs and lows of creative life, career and business Paperback and Kindle > https://amzn.to/4biTwFc Free audiobook (with Audible trial) > https://geni.us/free-audiobook Signed books https://novemberuniverse.co.uk Lux Coffee Co. https://luxcoffee.co.uk/ (Use: PODCAST for 15% off) November Universe https://novemberuniverse.co.uk (Use: PODCAST for 10% off)

    55 min
  4. Dare to make it difficult - Danaé Gosset

    16 JUN

    Dare to make it difficult - Danaé Gosset

    "I find myself being too comfortable. If it gets too easy, maybe something is wrong and I need to shake things up." - Danaé Gosset In this captivating conversation, Danaé Gosset shares her remarkable transformation from a rebellious French student kicked out of multiple schools to becoming the founder of Pencil TV, a acclaimed mixed-media animation studio. Her journey reveals how embracing difficulty, trusting intuition, and finding the right mentors can turn chaos into creative gold.  Danaé discusses her unique approach to stop-motion animation, the power of silent retreats for creative breakthroughs, and why she deliberately chooses the harder path in both her work and life decisions, including her upcoming move from Paris to Los Angeles. Key takeaways: Embrace the difficult path - Choosing harder processes often leads to more distinctive and meaningful creative work that stands out commerciallyTrust your inner compass - Even during chaotic periods, maintaining faith that "things will be okay" can guide you toward the right opportunitiesCreate space for purposeless play - Not everything needs to serve a business goal; creative experimentation without agenda often becomes the source of breakthrough workBuild creative habits like fitness - Treat personal creative work as essential maintenance, like going to the gym, rather than a luxuryUse silence as a creative tool - Regular retreats from digital noise and social media can unlock deep creative insights and major life decisionsWork with obsessive dedication when you find your calling - When you discover your true medium, the intensity of focus that emerges can accelerate your career exponentiallySeparate personal and commercial work - Maintain clear boundaries between client projects and personal expression to preserve artistic integrity and business relationshipsTeachers appear when you're ready - Being open and prepared attracts the mentors and opportunities you need at exactly the right momentsUse healing practices to enhance creativity - Meditation, mindfulness, and therapeutic work can transform rebellious energy into productive creative fuelPut out the work you want to be hired for - The most effective portfolio strategy is creating personal projects that demonstrate exactly what you want to do professionally Daring Creativity. Daring Forever. Podcast with Radim Malinic Show questions or suggestions to desk@daringcreativity.com Latest books by Radim Malinic Mindful Creative: How to understand and deal with the highs and lows of creative life, career and business Paperback and Kindle > https://amzn.to/4biTwFc Free audiobook (with Audible trial) > https://geni.us/free-audiobook Signed books https://novemberuniverse.co.uk Lux Coffee Co. https://luxcoffee.co.uk/ (Use: PODCAST for 15% off) November Universe https://novemberuniverse.co.uk (Use: PODCAST for 10% off)

    54 min
  5. Season 3 trailer - Daring Creativity. Daring Forever. Are you ready to discover what happens when you dare to create?

    SEASON 3, EPISODE 1 TRAILER

    Season 3 trailer - Daring Creativity. Daring Forever. Are you ready to discover what happens when you dare to create?

    Daring Creativity is the next season of my podcast sharing stories of small actions that sparked lifetime discoveries of people who decided to follow their path without regrets, knowing that even the smallest idea can change everything. I'm Radim Malinic, and this is Daring Creativity—a podcast about the creative spark that lives inside every single one of us. My reasoning for the title is rooted in the idea that the most daring thing you could do today... isn't jumping out of a plane or scaling a mountain? What if daring creativity is simply... picking up that pen you've been avoiding? Humming that melody in your head out loud? Taking one small step towards the thing that makes you feel most alive? Over the coming episodes, we'll sit down with a broad range of guests:   artists, musicians, designers, actors, technologists, and entrepreneurs who've discovered something powerful: that creativity isn't about perfection. It's about showing up with all your doubts, insecurities, and imperfections—and making them count. How crossing continents and moving cultures makes a multifaceted creative  How showing up with no CV can get you a job in Hollywood. How searching for rejection can become your superpower.  How making mistakes became someone's greatest strength. How to allow yourself to become get lost in your creativity.  Because daring creativity isn't about becoming someone else.  It's about becoming more of who you already are. Daring Creativity. Daring Forever is also the title of my next book and I am using this podcast as my creative lab to show me views on creativity that I might not be aware of.  Daring Creativity Podcast launches soon with full-length episodes every Monday followed by a short bonus episode every Thursday.  Are you ready to discover what happens when you dare to create? Daring Creativity. Daring Forever. Podcast with Radim Malinic Show questions or suggestions to desk@daringcreativity.com Latest books by Radim Malinic Mindful Creative: How to understand and deal with the highs and lows of creative life, career and business Paperback and Kindle > https://amzn.to/4biTwFc Free audiobook (with Audible trial) > https://geni.us/free-audiobook Signed books https://novemberuniverse.co.uk Lux Coffee Co. https://luxcoffee.co.uk/ (Use: PODCAST for 15% off) November Universe https://novemberuniverse.co.uk (Use: PODCAST for 10% off)

    3 min

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Daring Creativity is your backstage pass to the minds that shape our creative world. A podcast series inspired by the upcoming book by Radim Malinic, helping people start and grow life-changing careers and businesses. Over the coming episodes, I will sit down with a broad range of guests: artists, musicians, designers, actors, technologists, and entrepreneurs who've discovered something powerful: that creativity isn't about perfection. It's about showing up with all your doubts, insecurities, and imperfections—and making them count. Are you ready to discover what happens when you dare to create? More info https://radimmalinic.co.uk/

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