Creative Minds; Shaping the Future

Emma Palastanga
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This podcast is a space to discuss creativity: in society, in the workplace, in education.  In each episode we explore definitions of creativity with guests from a range of backgrounds and ask whether or not creativity has a place in education. If you enjoy the podcast you might also like my book 'A creative primary curriculum for all' https://amzn.eu/d/0UTTfsk Background music provided by:  Chloe Clayton

  1. S2 Ep7 Can collaborative music-making build communities?

    6d ago

    S2 Ep7 Can collaborative music-making build communities?

    What sparked your curiosity in this episode? Please send a text or voice note here... Chloe Clayton is a pianist, musical director, composer and teacher.  Chloe studied at Exeter College where she discovered a love for musical performance when playing within pop and rock ensembles. She then went on to the Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama to pursue a career in piano performance and graduated with first class honours. Chloe has performed regularly not only as a soloist, but as an accompanist for solo singers, choirs, musical theatre ensembles, and as part of experimental music groups. Since graduating in July 2024, Chloe continues to perform alongside teaching the piano and composing original works.  You will all be familiar with Chloe’s work as she is in fact the composer of the theme music for ‘Creative Minds; Shaping the Future’. She listened carefully to the brief and was both creative with her musical skills and patient with me as I tried to explain my ambition for the piece, after several small revisions we had achieved the perfect soundtrack for a thought provoking podcast on creativity.  Today Chloe joins me to explain why she feels creative expression and music in particular are an essential feature of the school curriculum.  Useful links: https://linktr.ee/chloeclaytonpiano @clomyster Instagram Support the show Subscribe today: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2140148/supporters/new Thanks to Chloe Clayton - @clomyster on Instagram for creating the music for this podcast.  Please remember to follow so that you stay up to date with monthly episodes from 'Creative Minds; Shaping the Future'. You can also find me on various social media platforms, click here for signposts: https://flow.page/t5jnq-1668599555434

    42 min
  2. Creative Spark 10

    Jun 22 ·  Bonus

    Creative Spark 10

    What sparked your curiosity in this episode? Please send a text or voice note here... Would you like the opportunity to write and be published? Listen to this Creative Spark to find out how! Find me on LinkedIn for more information: https://www.linkedin.com/in/emma-palastanga-b-ed-ma-ed-npqh-npqsi-mcct-ivetfa-970899101/ Support the show Subscribe today: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2140148/supporters/new Thanks to Chloe Clayton - @clomyster on Instagram for creating the music for this podcast.  Please remember to follow so that you stay up to date with monthly episodes from 'Creative Minds; Shaping the Future'. You can also find me on various social media platforms, click here for signposts: https://flow.page/t5jnq-1668599555434

    2 min
  3. S2 Ep6 Giving a voice to the voiceless

    Jun 9

    S2 Ep6 Giving a voice to the voiceless

    What sparked your curiosity in this episode? Please send a text or voice note here... Caroline Preston is a unique and contemporary origami artist. She has featured in global advertising for HSBC with Saatchi and Saatchi, Channel 5 TV, Vogue Magazine and exhibits nationally and internationally. She is also the Education Leader at Beaford Arts where experienced arts practitioners inspire imaginative learning techniques in which the arts can enrich education.  Today I am joined by Caroline and her colleagues. From their many years of experience, Beaford know that Arts based learning can support significant improvements in oracy and cross-curricular learning. Currently they are delivering a 3 year project,  ‘A Voice To Tell Our Story’. This project explores storytelling in four artforms aimed at developing creativity and inspiring greater confidence in speech, language and communication. Working with researchers from the University of South Wales and schools and artists from North Devon, the project funded by Paul Hamlyn Foundation aims to help the next generation to speak up about what matters to them.  Support the show Subscribe today: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2140148/supporters/new Thanks to Chloe Clayton - @clomyster on Instagram for creating the music for this podcast.  Please remember to follow so that you stay up to date with monthly episodes from 'Creative Minds; Shaping the Future'. You can also find me on various social media platforms, click here for signposts: https://flow.page/t5jnq-1668599555434

    53 min
  4. Creative Conversations Ep1

    Jun 2 ·  Bonus

    Creative Conversations Ep1

    What sparked your curiosity in this episode? Please send a text or voice note here... This episode is the first in an exclusive series for subscribers; relaxed conversations with a panel of experts passionate about creativity. These episodes vary in length but are typically longer than the regular ones due to the nature of multiple voices in conversation.  As a subscriber, you can also contact us in the link above to 'send your musings' or pose questions for us to discuss.  Thank you for your subscription, it is vital for operational sustainability and is much appreciated.  Please continue to support the podcast by: 💡Sharing with a friend  💡Rating the show and writing a review 💡Providing feedback on what is working well and what could work better.  Support the show Subscribe today: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2140148/supporters/new Thanks to Chloe Clayton - @clomyster on Instagram for creating the music for this podcast.  Please remember to follow so that you stay up to date with monthly episodes from 'Creative Minds; Shaping the Future'. You can also find me on various social media platforms, click here for signposts: https://flow.page/t5jnq-1668599555434

    1h 27m
  5. S2 Ep5 What if we empower children through creative writing?

    May 26

    S2 Ep5 What if we empower children through creative writing?

    What sparked your curiosity in this episode? Please send a text or voice note here... Karen Greaves is a children’s writer, tutor and workshop leader. She has worked as a tour guide, classroom practitioner and literacy intervention teacher. Her writing career has included a range of well-received stories and playscripts commissioned by the BBC, Channel 4, and Granada TV. Karen is a great believer that reading for pleasure empowers children to find the voice inside themselves and her workshops are aimed to develop writing skills, 'out-of-the-box' thinking, and an ability to understand the 'power' of writing. Her books focus on stimulating imagination and creative thinking and in this episode we explore why creative expression through writing is important in our schools. Links from the episode:  Trailer for 'What If...?' https://youtu.be/AQaEKDsKdw0 https://www.kdgreaves.com/ Support the show Subscribe today: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2140148/supporters/new Thanks to Chloe Clayton - @clomyster on Instagram for creating the music for this podcast.  Please remember to follow so that you stay up to date with monthly episodes from 'Creative Minds; Shaping the Future'. You can also find me on various social media platforms, click here for signposts: https://flow.page/t5jnq-1668599555434

    1h 1m
  6. Creative Spark 9

    May 18 ·  Bonus

    Creative Spark 9

    What sparked your curiosity in this episode? Please send a text or voice note here... Where in the world are listeners located? Listen to this micro episode to find out! Support the show Subscribe today: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2140148/supporters/new Thanks to Chloe Clayton - @clomyster on Instagram for creating the music for this podcast.  Please remember to follow so that you stay up to date with monthly episodes from 'Creative Minds; Shaping the Future'. You can also find me on various social media platforms, click here for signposts: https://flow.page/t5jnq-1668599555434

    2 min
  7. S2 Ep4 Must a shared language always be spoken?

    May 12

    S2 Ep4 Must a shared language always be spoken?

    What sparked your curiosity in this episode? Please send a text or voice note here... Claire Sundin has worked as a professional actor across the UK, in the West End and New York. She is the Artistic Director of Embracing Arts, making high quality theatre experiences interactive & accessible to all. Embracing Arts is a theatre company dedicated to creating work for children with special educational needs and/or life limiting conditions. Interactive, multi-sensory shows, parties and workshops are tailored to the unique needs of each audience and they use storytelling, song, music and puppetry to entertain, engage and educate. They are delivered by a team of experienced professional actors, supported by fantastic puppets! Their shows are designed for children who are often excluded from experiencing and enjoying the arts due to barriers they face through disability. Claire joins me today to share her views on my creative expression is important especially for individuals with Complex and Multiple Learning Difficulties. Useful links: https://www.embracingarts.org.uk/ Instagram: @artsembracing: https://www.instagram.com/artsembracing/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ArtsEmbracing/ Support the show Subscribe today: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2140148/supporters/new Thanks to Chloe Clayton - @clomyster on Instagram for creating the music for this podcast.  Please remember to follow so that you stay up to date with monthly episodes from 'Creative Minds; Shaping the Future'. You can also find me on various social media platforms, click here for signposts: https://flow.page/t5jnq-1668599555434

    47 min
  8. Creative Spark 8

    May 5 ·  Bonus

    Creative Spark 8

    What sparked your curiosity in this episode? Please send a text or voice note here... https://www.routledge.com/A-Creative-Primary-Curriculum-for-All/Palastanga/p/book/9780367470722 The curriculum in many primary schools, in recent history, became worryingly narrowed such that children were being prepared for tests more than their lives were being enriched with a variety of knowledge, skills and experiences. It is clear that it is the latter that enables them to perform well in tests and in life, so the time for change is now! This book seeks to empower teachers and school leaders to better understand what is meant by 'curriculum' and what a creative educational diet might look like in each individual school. The book explores curriculum intent, implementation and impact. It includes leaders' reflection boxes and practical suggestions for busy teachers. Emma L. Palastanga analyses the need for a broad and balanced curriculum, against the limitations of cramming for success, and delves deep into the process of curriculum planning, delivery and evaluation, using Ofsted’s terminology. Examples of lessons and a range of different approaches are shared throughout the book. A Creative Primary Curriculum for All will give all subject leaders, classroom teachers and teacher trainees the confidence to provide a rich, exciting and varied curriculum, meeting the needs of learners whilst also letting the craft of teaching and individual inspiration shine. https://www.routledge.com/A-Creative-Primary-Curriculum-for-All/Palastanga/p/book/9780367470722 Support the show Subscribe today: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2140148/supporters/new Thanks to Chloe Clayton - @clomyster on Instagram for creating the music for this podcast.  Please remember to follow so that you stay up to date with monthly episodes from 'Creative Minds; Shaping the Future'. You can also find me on various social media platforms, click here for signposts: https://flow.page/t5jnq-1668599555434

    1 min
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This podcast is a space to discuss creativity: in society, in the workplace, in education.  In each episode we explore definitions of creativity with guests from a range of backgrounds and ask whether or not creativity has a place in education. If you enjoy the podcast you might also like my book 'A creative primary curriculum for all' https://amzn.eu/d/0UTTfsk Background music provided by:  Chloe Clayton

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