Through The Creative Door

Alexis Naylor
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Welcome to Through The Creative Door. Join Alexis Naylor as she chats to an array of creative guests, getting a glimpse into their world and having some honest and inspiring conversations.

  1. 16h ago

    13 | Always Ask The Question with Tams Hesz

    Alexis sits down with multidisciplinary artist Tams Hesz, whose work spans visual art, writing, movement and community connection. Best known as the creator of Soul Stories, Tams shares her journey from a professional dance career in Paris to building a creative business centred around emotion, empathy and human connection. Together they explore reinvention, the healing power of creativity, the importance of slowing down, and how art can help us reconnect with ourselves and each other.   Soul Stories Reset: https://themiddleofeverywhere.com.au/en/events/soul-stories-reset If you’d like to see more, you can follow on instagram; @  soul.stories This episode was recorded on 17 July 2026 on the lands of the Kurnai Peoples. We hope that this episode inspires you as a creative person and as a human being. Thanks for listening, catch you on the next episode. Psst! We are always on the lookout for creative people to share their story and inspire others. Have you got someone in mind who would love to have a chat? Get in contact with us via Instagram @throughthecreativedoor   Creative resources: https://soul-stories.com Karen Tate’s “The Slow School Of Business” - https://ofkin.com/the-leap-stories-21-carolyn-tate/  Let’s get social: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/throughthecreativedoor/  TikToc: https://www.tiktok.com/@ttcdpodcast   CREDITS Created and Hosted by Alexis Naylor Music by Alexis Naylor & Ruby Miguel Edited and Produced by Ruby Miguel

  2. Jul 13 ·  Bonus

    BSIDE: Talking With Strangers by Maxon

    Featured Artist: Maxon Featured Vinyl:  Talking With Strangers   Alexis’ Hot Pick  No Good For Me Sam’s Hot Pick 18 Aus Music Alert! Support this artists by purchasing this record via Bandcamp: https://itsmemaxon.bandcamp.com/music  Thanks for listening, catch you on the next episode. Psst! We are always on the lookout for an artist's vinyl to listen to, have you got one in mind that we should check out? Get in contact with us via Instagram @throughthecreativedoor Let’s get social: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/throughthecreativedoor/  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ttcdpodcast   CREDITS Created and Hosted by Alexis Naylor Co-Host: Sam Timmerman Music by Alexis Naylor & Ruby Miguel Voiceover: Ruby Miguel Edited and Produced by Ruby Miguel

  3. Jul 6

    12 | The Deep End Is A Good Thing with Mienna Brookman

    Alexis sits down with Mienna Brookman, an emerging Australian musical theatre performer and dance educator. Mienna shares her journey through the world of performance, choreography, and teaching, and reflects on what it takes to build a career while inspiring the next generation of performers. From the rehearsal room to the classroom, this conversation explores creativity, resilience, and finding your place in the performing arts.   If you’d like to see more, you can follow on instagram; @  mienna_brookie This episode was recorded on 28/06/2026 on the lands of the Gulidjan Peoples Peoples. We hope that this episode inspires you as a creative person and as a human being. Thanks for listening, catch you on the next episode. Psst! We are always on the lookout for creative people to share their story and inspire others. Have you got someone in mind who would love to have a chat? Get in contact with us via Instagram @throughthecreativedoor … Creative resources:       Let’s get social: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/throughthecreativedoor/  TikToc: https://www.tiktok.com/@ttcdpodcast   CREDITS Created and Hosted by Alexis Naylor Music by Alexis Naylor & Ruby Miguel Edited and Produced by Ruby Miguel

  4. Jun 30 ·  Bonus

    BSIDE: ARE WE HAVING FUN YET? by Gavin Bowles & The Distractions

    Featured Artist: Gavin Bowles & The Distractions Featured Vinyl:  ARE WE HAVING FUN YET?   Alexis’ Hot Pick  Love Is Dumb Sam’s Hot Pick Damned Aus Music Alert! Support this artists by purchasing this record via Bandcamp: https://gavinbowles.bandcamp.com/album/are-we-having-fun-yet  Love Is Dumb (Official Music Video): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m_-mh-IvCoo  Thanks for listening, catch you on the next episode. Psst! We are always on the lookout for an artist's vinyl to listen to, have you got one in mind that we should check out? Get in contact with us via Instagram @throughthecreativedoor Let’s get social: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/throughthecreativedoor/  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ttcdpodcast   CREDITS Created and Hosted by Alexis Naylor Co-Host: Sam Timmerman Music by Alexis Naylor & Ruby Miguel Voiceover: Ruby Miguel

  5. Jun 22

    11 | The What and The Why with Nayomi Pattuwage and MAXON

    Melbourne-based, partners and co-founders of Sandhill Records, our guests Nayomi Pattuwage and Maxon are passionate about artist development, recording, and supporting independent music projects. Nayomi is a songwriter, producer, audio engineer, visual artist and videographer who performs as Like Bear and runs Heaps Stoked Productions. Maxon is a singer-songwriter whose folk, Americana and '70s-inspired sound is known for its heartfelt songwriting and powerful vocals, showcased on her debut album Talking With Strangers. We talk about creativity, collaboration, building a life and business together, and their exciting new project, Wakers, exploring what it takes to create meaningful art as both partners and collaborators.  If you’d like to see more, you can follow on instagram;  itsmemaxon Soundslikebear wakersmusic sandhillrecords heapsstoked This episode was recorded on 13 June 2026 on the lands of the Boonwurrung Peoples. We hope that this episode inspires you as a creative person and as a human being. Thanks for listening, catch you on the next episode. Psst! We are always on the lookout for creative people to share their story and inspire others. Have you got someone in mind who would love to have a chat? Get in contact with us via Instagram @throughthecreativedoor   Let’s get social: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/throughthecreativedoor/  TikToc: https://www.tiktok.com/@ttcdpodcast   CREDITS Created and Hosted by Alexis Naylor Music by Alexis Naylor & Ruby Miguel Edited and Produced by Ruby Miguel

  6. Jun 15 ·  Bonus

    BSIDE: In Verses By Karnivool

    Featured Artist: Karnivool Featured Vinyl: In Verses   Alexis’ Hot Pick  Ghost Sam’s Hot Pick Remote Self Control   Aus Music Alert! Support this artists!!! Thanks for listening, catch you on the next episode. Psst! We are always on the lookout for an artist's vinyl to listen to, have you got one in mind that we should check out? Get in contact with us via Instagram @throughthecreativedoor Let’s get social: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/throughthecreativedoor/  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ttcdpodcast   CREDITS Created and Hosted by Alexis Naylor Co-Host: Sam Timmerman Music by Alexis Naylor & Ruby Miguel Voiceover: Ruby Miguel Edited and Produced by Ruby Miguel

  7. Jun 8

    10 | Mental Fortitude with Will Johnston

    Alexis chats with performer, choreographer, and creative Will Johnston. From his early dance training in Geelong to graduating from Oxygen College's Musical Theatre program, Will shares his journey through the performing arts, the shows that reignited his passion for theatre, and his work behind the scenes as a choreographer and director. Plus, all the juicy details about his unique creativity, collaboration, and why performance continues to inspire him both on and off the stage.   If you’d like to see more, you can follow on instagram; @will d_johnston   This episode was recorded on 27 May 2026 on the lands of the Kaurna Peoples. We hope that this episode inspires you as a creative person and as a human being. Thanks for listening, catch you on the next episode. Psst! We are always on the lookout for creative people to share their story and inspire others. Have you got someone in mind who would love to have a chat? Get in contact with us via Instagram @throughthecreativedoor   Let’s get social: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/throughthecreativedoor/  TikToc: https://www.tiktok.com/@ttcdpodcast   CREDITS Created and Hosted by Alexis Naylor Music by Alexis Naylor & Ruby Miguel Edited and Produced by Ruby Miguel

  8. Jun 1 ·  Bonus

    BSIDE: Primrose Path By Ruminations

    Featured Artist: Primrose Path Featured Vinyl:  Ruminations   Alexis’ Hot Pick  Shifted Sam’s Hot Pick Obstruct   Aus Music Alert! Support this artists by purchasing this record via Bandcamp: https://primrosepathofficial.bandcamp.com/  Thanks for listening, catch you on the next episode. Psst! We are always on the lookout for an artist's vinyl to listen to, have you got one in mind that we should check out? Get in contact with us via Instagram @throughthecreativedoor Let’s get social: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/throughthecreativedoor/  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ttcdpodcast   CREDITS Created and Hosted by Alexis Naylor Co-Host: Sam Timmerman Music by Alexis Naylor & Ruby Miguel Voiceover: Ruby Miguel Edited and Produced by Ruby Miguel

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Welcome to Through The Creative Door. Join Alexis Naylor as she chats to an array of creative guests, getting a glimpse into their world and having some honest and inspiring conversations.

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  • Creator
    Alexis Naylor
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    100
  • Rating
    Explicit
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