Daring Creativity. Daring Forever.

Radim Malinic
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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/

  1. Dare to find beauty in the struggle - Luke Carson

    1D AGO

    Dare to find beauty in the struggle - Luke Carson

    Luke Carson bridges basketball courts and design studios, carrying forward a creative legacy while carving his own path. As the son of legendary designer David Carson, Luke spent his early years shooting hoops rather than studying typography—until a Hodgkin's lymphoma diagnosis at 18 forced him to confront life, death, and purpose. During chemotherapy on his 19th birthday, he improved his college test scores by 400 points to reach his dream film school at Chapman University. Now at 27, Luke represents his father's work, curating brand partnerships that honor authentic creative expression over commercial convenience. From Stüssy collections that sold out in two hours to intricate Rapha cycling collaborations featuring custom Factor bikes, Luke's curatorial eye reflects his New York upbringing—where street culture, film photography, and raw documentary storytelling shaped his aesthetic sensibilities. His approach to life mirrors his father's design philosophy: trust your intuition, embrace imperfection, and never stop moving. His mantra combines hope with action, curiosity with discipline, and creative passion with business savvy—proving that the Carson legacy isn't just about breaking design rules, but about living authentically and fearlessly. Key Takeaways Adversity reveals your priorities: Luke's cancer diagnosis at 18 taught him that small daily wins matter more than distant goals when you're struggling to surviveTrust your creative intuition: Growing up around David Carson's work instilled the belief that gut instinct matters more than formal rules or external validationExperiences outweigh possessions: Luke consistently chooses travel, basketball games, and cultural immersion over material purchases—a philosophy born from understanding life's fragilityAuthentic partnerships beat forced collaborations: Successful brand work requires genuine connection and cultural fit, not just big names partnering with big names for visibilityDocument your journey relentlessly: From iPhone photos to film photography, Luke creates an endless archive that informs his creative direction and preserves meaningful momentsBalance heritage with originality: Working with his father taught Luke how to honor a creative legacy while bringing his own perspective and contemporary cultural awarenessHope requires action: The most important lesson from cancer—and from climate activism—is that hope alone isn't enough without consistent follow-throughStay levelheaded through extremes: Learning not to ride highs too high or lows too low creates sustainable momentum through both success and setbackCuriosity opens unexpected doors: Luke's diverse interests in film, basketball, furniture, and street culture create unique intersection points that fuel creative opportunitiesNew York confidence comes from community: Growing up surrounded by artists, designers, and passionate people in NYC 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. 5D AGO · BONUS

    "This beautiful flow becomes a dance" (Stephanie Scott bonus episode)

    A short bonus episode showcasing a few stand out moments from this week's guest interview with Stephanie Scott.  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)

    11 min
  3. Dare to paint beyond the surface - Stephanie Scott

    NOV 10

    Dare to paint beyond the surface - Stephanie Scott

    Stephanie Scott is an artist and designer who creates large-scale murals that transform corporate offices, restaurants, and public spaces across North America. Her work bridges decorative arts history with contemporary design, blending hand-painted and digitally-printed installations that tell stories rooted in community, nature, and timeless symbolism. In this conversation, Stephanie reveals her journey from a supportive arts high school program to becoming one of the most sought-after muralists in the Kitchener-Waterloo region.  She discusses the creative philosophy behind designing work that thousands will see daily, the challenge of avoiding trends while staying relevant, and why she deliberately avoids having a signature style.  Stephanie opens up about the psychological pull of overwork, the dance-like flow state of painting, and why she believes human creativity will always have something AI can never replicate—the physical, embodied experience of creation itself. Key Takeaways Deliberately avoids having one signature style because she would "lose her mind" doing the same approach repeatedly—her creativity demands varietyResearch process involves listing obvious ideas first, then discarding them to dig deeper beyond surface-level cliches and predictable imageryDraws inspiration from decorative arts history: antique malls, old dinner plate motifs, Victorian engravings, tapestries, cabinets of curiosities, and historical design booksAims for longevity over trendiness by incorporating nature, history, and universally understood imagery that won't feel dated in five yearsSays yes to nearly every good opportunity or repeat client because optimism about potential makes her reluctant to turn down work that could lead somewhere interestingFinds painting murals physically and mentally rewarding despite exhaustion—describes entering a "dance" with the medium where she feels the weight of paint and instinctively knows when to adjustWorks with tight timelines on international projects that have opened doors to larger clients and more challenging work beyond her local regionRefuses to use psychology as a design framework because she knows she'd "never emerge from that rabbit hole"—prefers intuitive creative decisionsCreates modular, adaptable designs that can work vertically and horizontally, extracted into standalone pieces—like visual puzzles requiring intense mental energyMost of her large-scale work is hidden inside buildings rather than public exterior murals, seen daily by employees in lobbies, conference rooms, and office spacesLearned to say no to projects she's not the right fit for but struggles to turn down work from valued clients or objectively good opportunitiesBelieves creativity-based work is safer than talent-based work in an AI-disrupted world because creativity requires constant reinvention and adaptation 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

  4. NOV 6 · BONUS

    "How bad do you really want it?" (Joel Pilger bonus episode)

    A short bonus episode showcasing a few stand out moments from this weeks guest interview with Joel Pilger ~ 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)

    12 min
  5. Dare to lead the machine, not follow it - Joel Pilger

    NOV 3

    Dare to lead the machine, not follow it - Joel Pilger

    Joel's journey from running Impossible Pictures, a successful Denver creative agency, to becoming a business advisor for creative studios reveals the essential truth that creative excellence alone isn't enough.  The conversation explores the evolution from vendor to expert, the importance of challenging client briefs rather than simply executing them, and why physical presence and travel remain critical for building relationships in an increasingly digital world.~ Joel's philosophy centers on the concept of "adapting with soul"—bringing humanity to business decisions while embracing change, including technological disruption like AI. Rather than competing in a race to the bottom as vendors, creatives must position themselves as visionaries who solve problems at their source. Through his community Forum, podcast Fabulous, and Fuse dinners, Joel creates spaces where creative founders can share their challenges and solutions, rejecting the scarcity mindset in favor of collective growth.  Key Takeaways Creative excellence starts the journey, but business mastery completes it and unleashes your full potential as a creative professionalThe myth that great creative work will automatically lead to business success is dangerous—you must actively learn and apply business principlesAsking for help is a sign of strength, not weakness, and can accelerate your growth by years rather than figuring everything out aloneVendors execute projects that clients prescribe, while experts challenge the diagnosis and solve problems at their source through strategic questioning"Experts travel" because meaningful business relationships require physical presence, empathy, and walking in your client's shoes beyond Zoom callsHire people smarter and more talented than you—surrounding yourself with excellence elevates your entire operation and creative outputThe transition from working through middlemen to working directly with brands represents a "race to the top" that increases value and impactClosing a successful business chapter can be devastating and liberating—every business has its lifecycle, but you are more than your businessCompetition makes everyone stronger when approached with a growth mindset rather than a scarcity or "prisoner eater" mentalityAI and technological disruption require creatives to imbue machines with soul, much like the Bauhaus movement democratized design through mass productionBusiness longevity comes from "adapting with soul"—making decisions aligned with your deepest values and authentic desires, not just market trendsThe creative industry needs visionaries who lead through change, not vendors who compete on price and execution speedCommunity and peer solidarity provide invaluable support because fellow founders understand the unique challenges of running creative businesses 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

  6. OCT 30 · BONUS

    "Remember that we will always be human" (Vikki Ross bonus episode)

    A short bonus episode showcasing a few stand out moments from this weeks guest interview with Vikki Ross.  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)

    13 min
  7. Dare to question the noise - Vikki Ross

    OCT 27

    Dare to question the noise - Vikki Ross

    In this conversation, copywriter and brand voice specialist Vikki Ross returns to discuss the intersection of authentic creativity and AI anxiety in the modern marketing landscape.  She shares her approach to finding distinctive voices for major brands like JLR (Jaguar Land Rover) and Formula E, emphasizing the importance of simplicity, curiosity, and human connection in copywriting. Ross candidly addresses the fears surrounding AI in creative industries, arguing that the noise about AI replacing copywriters is louder than the reality, while acknowledging that brands and creatives need to focus on what makes human communication irreplaceable: genuine understanding, emotional connection, and lived experience. The discussion explores how brands can navigate an increasingly fragmented and polarized world, the dangers of chasing viral trends over consistent authenticity, and why showing support for causes requires action beyond logo changes. Ross reveals her "nosiness" as a professional superpower—immersing herself completely in clients' worlds by experiencing their products, researching their audiences, and understanding their competition.  She advocates for practical, accessible brand guidelines that empower non-copywriters to maintain consistent voices across organizations, proving that simplicity is the outcome of reduction and deep understanding rather than minimal effort. Key Takeaways" AI cannot replicate the human heart—creative work that moves people comes from lived experience and genuine emotional understandingTrue curiosity ("nosiness") means immersing yourself completely in a brand's world, experiencing their products as consumers do, and understanding their audience deeplySimplicity in brand voice is achieved through reduction and testing, not minimalism—it's the outcome of hard work, not the starting pointA free focus group exists 24/7 on social media—ignoring how audiences naturally express themselves about your brand is foolishBrands should avoid sounding like wallpaper—saying the same things as competitors provides false comfort but prevents differentiation and long-term successEffective tone of voice guidelines are instructions for action, not lengthy descriptions—non-copywriters need practical "how" over theoretical "what"Jumping on viral trends only works if it's already embedded in your brand personality—otherwise it's embarrassing, late, and damages long-term strategyGenerosity and showing interest in others' work creates more opportunities than self-promotion—relationships matter more than portfoliosConsistent action supporting causes matters more than temporary logo changes—one-hit campaigns feel empty and leave audiences feeling empty tooThe AI anxiety narrative is largely unfounded noise—clients who value good copywriting still need human copywriters, and those who don't never valued it anyway 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)

    50 min

  8. OCT 23 · BONUS

    "I've never met a person who's not creative" (Haraldur Thorleifsson bonus episode)

    A short bonus episode showcasing a few stand out moments from this weeks guest interview with Haraldur Thorleifsson 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)

    11 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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  • Creator
    Radim Malinic
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2025
  • Episodes
    183
  • Rating
    Explicit
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