Creative Minds; Shaping the Future
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
Episodes
40 episodes
Are we teachers or scheme deliverers? (S3 Ep3)
Dr. Alistair Bryce-Clegg has dedicated over three decades of his career to Early Years education. His passion lies in fostering children's potential and enhancing early childhood education practices. He draws on his experiences as a teacher and...
If you're too frightened to take risks, nothing is ever going to happen! (CC Ep3)
Five Acre Wood school in Maidstone, Kent (affectionately known as FAW) is the largest special needs school in the UK; currently catering for 878 pupils aged between 4 and 19 with a wide range of needs such as those with Profound and Multiple Le...
How can we 'bounce back' from challenges? (S3 Ep2)
Suzanne Miles is a Social Scientist, personal and performance coach, author and trainer. She is also the creator of Trick box. Trick Box believe that individuals of all ages can thrive by developing personal Happy Life Habits to get...
Reading for Pleasure, a Creative Conversation (CCEp2)
Reading for pleasure is reading which someone has chosen to do for fun in their free time, with no tests or school rules. The National Literacy Trust’s annual survey showed that the proportion of children reading in their free time had sunk to ...
How can you be a curious co-creator? (S3 Ep1)
Dr Jacqueline Harding, is an international child development and education expert, recognised for her work advising government, practitioners and parents. She is a former Headteacher, Government Consultant, and BBC Education Editor,...
What is the focus of Series 3? (CS11)
Why is there a pause in the scheduling? Listen to this micro episode to find out!
Can cramming for tests have negative consequences? (S2 Ep10)
Prof. Adele Diamond, PhD, FRSC is the Canada Research Chair, Pioneer and Professor of Developmental Cognitive Neuroscience at University of British Columbia, Vancouver, Canada. She holds a PhD from Harvard and was a postdoctoral fellow at Yale ...
How can we avoid being 'cookie cutter humans'? (S2 Ep9)
Rachael Hall is a trained Royal Academy of Dance Classical Ballet teacher, Master Matwork Pilates teacher, Franklin Method Educator and Biomechanics Coach. At the age of 11, she attended the Royal Ballet School and received full-tim...
How can rap help you to discover who you are? (S2 Ep8)
Martin is a Live Poet, Creative Educator, Musician, Writing Tutor: Young People's Laureate for Wales 2013-16. He is also in a global folk band. Martin began his practice as a creative educator in Liverpool in 1996 when he was put on...
Can collaborative music-making build communities? (S2 Ep7)
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 ...
Creative Spark 10
Would you like the opportunity to write and be published? Listen to this Creative Spark to find out how!This publication opportunity expired as of 1/7/26Find me on LinkedIn for more information:https://www.linkedin.com/in/e...
Giving a voice to the voiceless. (S2 Ep6)
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 a...
Curriculum and Assessment Review - Discussion (Creative Conversations Ep1)
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 multi...
What if we empower children through creative writing? (S2 Ep5)
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 commissi...
Hello to listeners in South America. Did you get a shout out? (CS9)
Where in the world are listeners located? Listen to this micro episode to find out!
Must a shared language always be spoken? (S2 Ep4)
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...
What is 'A Creative Primary Curriculum for All'? (CS8)
https://www.routledge.com/A-Creative-Primary-Curriculum-for-All/Palastanga/p/book/9780367470722The curriculum in many pr...
Take the lid off children's thinking! (S2 Ep3)
Paula Briggs is the author of 'Drawing Projects for Children' and 'Make, Build, Create: Sculpture Projects for Children'. She is a determined advocate for the importance of art, and art education, in all our lives. She studied sculpture at Norw...
Hello Asia! Let's learn more about this continent! (CS7)
Where in the world are listeners located? Listen to this micro episode to find out!
What is it about art that enables us to thrive? (S2 Ep2)
Natasha Nechat-Murphy is a dedicated and experienced primary educator with a First Class Honours degree in Primary Education Studies. Her career has taken her through various roles—from nursery nurse to SEN support assistant, teaching assistant...
Oceania listeners, welcome! Is your country listed? (CS6)
Where in the world are listeners located? Listen to this micro episode to find out!
Should creativity be available on prescription? (S2 Ep1)
Gloria Garbujo is a Creative Arts Therapist, Coach, Supervisor, and Consultant. She helps individuals and organisations cultivate resilience and embrace change through creative methods. She has over a decade of professional experience working w...
Shining a light on beacons of hope! (S1 Ep12)
Jo runs a social enterprise 'Progressive Education' which is raising awareness of alternatives to conventional schooling. She is passionate about education which gives young people appropriate skills for the 21st Century and puts children’s rig...
Is your country located in Africa? Listen in to see if you are mentioned! (CS5)
Which countries are downloading episodes? Listen to this micro episode to find out!
Spread some happiness and throw the frog! (S1 Ep11)
Shonette Bason is a primary school teacher and Early Years specialist with over 30 years of classroom experience. She is also an author and motivational speaker, passionate about exciting children’s and practitioner’s learning. Her boundless en...
