The Download Podcast, with Jill Marshall
Exploring patterns, archetypes, and stories that reveal who we are — and who we can become.
Bestselling novelist and storyworld creator Jill Marshall hosts The Download, a podcast where fiction, intuition and philosophy meet. Drawing on her books and cross-media storyworlds, Jill explores the archetypes, synchronicities, and hidden currents that shape both our personal lives and our collective stories. Each episode invites you to see creativity not just as art, but as a mirror of truth, a prophetic force, and a pathway to self-development.
Join Jill each week for downloads that illuminate the hidden patterns in story — and in you.
The Download Podcast, with Jill Marshall
Inspiration or implementation - the Download v Theo's Theory
Reimagining Creativity and Refining Ideas
Join host Jill Marshall as she explores the balance between originality and refinement in creative pursuits. Inspired by a recent post from entrepreneur Theo Paphitis, Marshall delves into the concept that success doesn't always require a groundbreaking idea but can be achieved through improving existing ones. She discusses the distinctions between inspiration and plagiarism, shares historical examples, and reflects on the creative process. Tune in for insights, inspiration, and even a teaser from her potential new fiction podcast, 'The Legend of Matilda Peppercorn.'
00:00 Welcome to The Download
00:36 Theo Paphitis’ Perspective on Originality
01:41 The Debate on Originality vs. Refinement
05:21 Historical Examples of Innovation
06:31 Inspired Action vs. Methodical Action
08:21 Jillanory and My Fiction Podcast
09:26 First attempt! Intro to Catgirl
15:19 Closing Remarks and Call to Action
Enrolments open for Jill's unique six-month group mentorships: Fiction Editor and The Her-ro’s Journey.
The Fiction Editor Mentorship Programme isn’t about proofreading or copy editing — it’s a full developmental editing immersion and an entry point to a business choice, built on Jill's careers as both author and editor.
The Her-ro’s Journey Mentorship Programme is a contemporary take on the Hero’s and Heroine’s journeys, exploring many of the themes we cover here on The Download.
They kick off in just a couple of weeks. Early bird pricing runs until 11 September 2025 - with a special bundle price available if you’d like to join both!
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