Best Maker & Moxie Podcasts (2025)

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132. Meg Lewis on being uniquely you, embracing your personality, and attracting your dream projects 54:02

5d ago54:02

54:02

In this episode, we're revisiting a fan-favourite (episode 108) with the wonderfully unique Meg Lewis, who's rewriting the rules of what it means to build a creative career. Meg proves you don't have to choose just one path. As a designer, comedian, performer, and educator (yes, even a clown! 🤡), they've built an incredible brand by being fearlessl…

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131. Finding creative clarity in the chaos of business, life, and the world 15:21

20d ago15:21

15:21

Right now there are countless traumatic things happening around the world, multiple social media platforms are changing AGAIN, and our own lives have ups and downs every single day. We’re all just trying to keep up and keep going. Whether it’s things in your own life, your creative business, or the world, it can be easy to get overwhelmed by everyt…

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130. Content planning made simple: Your Q1 roadmap 21:58

1M ago21:58

21:58

If the thought of planning your content for Q1 makes you want to hide under your desk and take a nap, this episode is for you. Today, we’re throwing out all those complicated content strategies that make you want to curl up in a ball, and instead, we’re creating a simple, sustainable plan that actually works for artists. No more overthinking, no mo…

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129. Protecting your creative energy: A guide to brand boundaries 30:03

2M ago30:03

30:03

Ever found yourself responding to client messages at midnight? Or saying yes to a project that your gut is screaming no to? Or maybe you're feeling stretched thin trying to show up on every single platform? Here's what nobody tells you about building a creative brand - the stronger your boundaries, the stronger your business. In today's episode, I'…

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128. The creative’s guide to year-end reflection (that actually feels good) 16:14

2M ago16:14

16:14

Feeling a bit uncomfortable with all those year-in-review posts showing up everywhere, filled with impressive numbers and massive launches? I totally get it. As artists and makers, our growth looks different – the real magic often happens in moments that don't fit neatly into a spreadsheet. In today's episode, I'm sharing a different approach to ye…

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127. Brand Your Passion Live: Makers on Marketing with Emma Smith & Pepper Raccoon 49:58

3M ago49:58

49:58

Oh my goodness, we did something totally different and SO exciting! For the very first time ever, Brand Your Passion went LIVE and in-person, and it was absolutely incredible! I had the absolute pleasure of sitting down with two incredible artists - the amazing Pepper Raccoon and Emma Smith (you might know her as @steerIllustrations) for our very f…

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126. The Brand Your Passion Blueprint: Your Step-By-Step Path to an Unforgettable Brand 17:43

3M ago17:43

17:43

Ready to transform your brand from 'meh' to absolutely magnetic? In this episode, I'm spilling all the details about my Brand Magic Blueprint - the exact framework I use to help artists and makers turn their passion into a brand people can't help but fall in love with! I'm breaking down the 8 magical modules that'll take you from scattered to strat…

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125. The Brand Your Passion Collective! Everything you want and need to know about your new community 25:32

3M ago25:32

25:32

As an artist, maker and creative, do you wish you had a supportive community of fellow creatives by your side? You know those days when you're sitting alone in your studio, staring at your work, and wondering if anyone else in the whole wide world gets it? Those moments when you're second-guessing your prices, overthinking your latest design, or fe…

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124. 10 actionable steps to quickly take your brand from hot mess to hell yes! 38:25

4M ago38:25

38:25

Are you stuck in “learning mode” and not taking action? We all struggle with it from time to time: learning without doing because hey, learning is exciting! I get it. One of my core values is to never stop learning. But there comes a time when learning more isn’t helpful; instead, it’s action-taking that you need to be doing. In this episode, I’ll …

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123. Kassy King on building community, closing up shop, and life after creative business 44:02

4M ago44:02

44:02

You know what I admire even more than a creative chasing their passion and launching a business? A creative who knows when to spot the signs that it’s time to hit pause - or even pull the plug - when their business isn’t serving them anymore and getting back to the basics of creating purely for the love of it. That’s the real magic! And in this epi…

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122. The power of partnering up: Your guide to collaborating with other artists 39:10

5M ago39:10

39:10

It’s no secret that I love collaborating with other artists. Not only will you make new friends and connect with other creatives like you, but you will also be seen by a whole new audience and expand your reach! What’s not to love?! In this week’s episode, I’m diving into the wonderful world of collaborations. We’re talking about: 🎨 Why you should …

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121. Itzel Islas on releasing collections, running a successful sticker club & scaling outside social media 35:20

5M ago35:20

35:20

Curious about what it takes to run a successful sticker club? Wonder no more! In today’s episode, we’re joined by the incredibly talented Itzel Islas, who’s here to spill what it's like running a successful sticker club and so much more! Itzel is a freelance graphic designer and illustrator originally from Tijuana, Mexico, now living in San Diego, …

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120. From vision to visuals: How to use your brand strategy to design your brand identity 27:57

6M ago27:57

27:57

Ready to turn your brand strategy into a brand IDENTITY? (aka make your brand not only feel and sound good but look good too?!). This step is absolutely crucial for any artist or maker looking to grow your brand. In today’s episode, we’re diving into the process of transforming your brand strategy into a cohesive brand identity that attracts the ri…

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119. Ellie Compton on entering art competitions, elevating your brand experience, and positioning your work through pricing 42:36

6M ago42:36

42:36

Today I have the privilege of speaking with the lovely Ellie Compton, who is an architect and artist who runs a Christchurch-based art studio called Maker of Chaos. Ellie collects people's life stories and weaves them into chaotic and whimsical worlds of art that encourage imagination and discovery. In this episode, you're going to learn how to mak…

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118. How to live rent-free in your ideal customer's head: 20 brand awareness ideas for artists and makers 44:42

7M ago44:42

44:42

For people to buy your work, they need to be thinking about your work, and to be thinking about your work, they need to be AWARE of your work. So, are you ready to make your brand unforgettable and live rent-free in your ideal customer’s head? Look no further, cause in today’s podcast episode I’m sharing 20 game-changing tips for artists and makers…

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117. Eliza Williams on creating a community, applying for artist residencies and the value of relationships 48:20

7M ago48:20

48:20

Today I have the pleasure of speaking with the extremely talented illustrator, Eliza Williams of Doolittle Illustrations. Eliza is a multi-disciplinary creative who specialises in illustration, animation and design, bringing a bit of colour into people’s lives. Her work takes on many different forms combining both digital and traditional mediums to…

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116. Writing your values │ Your go-to guide to writing effective brand values 16:54

8M ago16:54

16:54

Get ready for a blast from the past. This week we’re tuning back into one of our favourite episodes because it’s just too good not to share again and something that feels very relevant right now. That’s right, in today’s episode, we’re diving back into the big, beautiful world of brand values. In case you didn’t know it already, brand values are th…

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115. When DIYing your branding, how do you know if you're "doing it right?" 20:39

8M ago20:39

20:39

Today we’re talking about DIYing your branding and how to know if you’ve nailed it, or… failed it. I’m diving into EVERYTHING you need to know to DIY your branding in a way that not only looks good but makes sense for your brand, your vision and mission, and your overall goals for your creative business. I want to help you remove the self-doubt and…

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114. How to prioritise your mental health when marketing your creative business 33:09

9M ago33:09

33:09

There’s no denying that marketing your creative business can at times be overwhelming and stressful. And as the sole person taking care of your business, you’re not only responsible for the health of your business but YOUR health too. In today’s episode, we’re talking about a topic that I’m very passionate about and quite frankly I think more entre…

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Summer!!! 36:40

9M ago36:40

36:40

Summer has arrived for Miss Scofield and Mr. Lane the STEM Guy!!! They haven't recorded a pod since November. On this weeks episode they chat about the highlights of this past school year, their summer plans and preparing next school year. Miss Scofield shares about the impact having the seniors return to campus for the "Senior Walk," and the emoti…

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113. How to keep going with Lauren Tilden 18:45

9M ago18:45

18:45

As a creative, you know how exciting it feels to have a new idea, right? It’s intoxicating. It’s a rush. It’s why a lot of us do what we do. But what happens when that initial high wears off? How do you keep going when the exciting idea becomes a project, a commitment, a responsibility? In this episode, Lauren Tilden is going to tell us just that. …

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112. How to consistently grow your audience, attract new customers, and get business-building opportunities on repeat 22:02

10M ago22:02

22:02

Are you ready to grow your audience, attract new customers and get more building-building opportunities on repeat? This episode is where I tell you exactly how. We’re ditching the ol’ “throw spaghetti at the wall and see what sticks” approach and shifting our focus to something more powerful and actually useful… branding. We’re diving into how bran…

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111. Elizabeth Hudy on expanding your online presence, adding income streams, and teaching others what you know 42:53

10M ago42:53

42:53

Strap in and get ready for a wild ride with none other than the incredible, talented and hilarious Elizabeth Hudy, aka The Peach Fuzz. Elizabeth is a loudmouth illustrator and crafty little bitch trying to make socialist business practices and resource sharing the new norm. In this episode, you'll learn the easiest way and the BEST way to get start…

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110. How to determine if your creative business needs a brand refresh or a full rebrand 16:18

10M ago16:18

16:18

Let me guess… you’ve suddenly got the urge to rebrand *ha-hmmm* again? Look, you and I both know that there’s nothing better than having a fresh new brand to showcase to the world, but in this episode, we’re talking about why you may not actually need a rebrand at all. Today, I'll be breaking down the 3 steps you need to take to audit your existing…

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109. Jessica Hische on opening physical stores, separating social media pages, and communicating multiple passions 30:11

11M ago30:11

30:11

In this week’s episode on the podcast, I’m speaking to the incredible Jessica Hische. Jessica is a lettering artist working in branding, film and television, book design, and advertising. She's also a New York Times best-selling children's book author and illustrator and has recently opened two physical stores in Oakland, Jessica Hische and Friends…

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108. Meg Lewis on being uniquely you, embracing your personality, and attracting your dream projects 51:06

11M ago51:06

51:06

In this episode of Brand Your Passion, I’m speaking with the outrageously funny and incredibly talented, Meg Lewis. Meg is a designer, comedian and performer working to make the world a happier place with her design, comedy, performance, education, novelty fonts, and more. With over 200 happy brands served, Meg specialises in transforming serious c…

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107. Daisy Braid on creating consistent content, evolving your brand, and being confident in yourself 30:39

12M ago30:39

30:39

This week on Brand Your Passion, I’m chatting with the super-talented, Daisy Braid aka DIY Daisy. Daisy is a content creator, textile artist and author who is a self-taught sewist known for her colourful, creative style that combines handmade clothing with fairly made and second-hand fashion. In today’s episode, you’ll learn how to know when you’re…

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106: How to create a cohesive brand personality as a multi-passionate creative 30:17

1y ago30:17

30:17

When you think of your favourite artists, creatives, or brands that you follow online, it’s not their brand colours, their logo, or the aesthetic of their Instagram feed that draws you in and keeps you coming back for more, it’s their personality. It’s what makes them unique and it’s what people love about you, too! But how do you create a consiste…

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105: 9 ways to reach your audience other than social media 16:46

1y ago16:46

16:46

This month we’re revisiting some of our best episodes to set you up for branding success this year! In this episode, we’re talking all about how to reach your audience other than social media. Social media is a big part of marketing. It’s the go-to strategy for a lot of people to build their business and reach their audience, creatives included. Bu…

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104: The power of personality: why you are your brand's best asset 13:33

1y ago13:33

13:33

This month we’re revisiting some of our best episodes to set you up for branding success this year! In this episode, we’re talking all about why you are your brand’s best asset. As a solo creative selling your own work, you are your brand. You are often the sole person behind everything that you do - your marketing, your products, your services. Yo…

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103: What is branding? A creative’s guide to brand, strategy & identity 11:44

1y ago11:44

11:44

This month we’re revisiting some of our best episodes to set you up for branding success this year! We’re kicking things off with some branding 101 to set the stage for the rest of the series! Branding is a term that gets thrown around a lot in relation to marketing and business, and there are a lot of interchangeable terms that are added into the …

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102: Why every creative needs to celebrate their wins at the end of the year 10:36

1y ago10:36

10:36

As we reach the end of another year, it is easy to quickly move on and start thinking about the next one. But before you do that, make sure you stop, take a look back, and appreciate how far you have come. Let's talk about why and how to celebrate your wins this year. ––––––––––––––––––––––– Read the accompanying blog post. Tag me on Instagram @mak…

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101: 2024 trend predictions for creatives: 10 strategies you need to know to grow your business this year 25:50

1y ago25:50

25:50

Every year, the approaches and strategies that are top of mind for creatives evolve. In 2024, there are yet again a new set of trends on the rise that artists and makers can focus on in order to stay on top of the latest and greatest approaches to business. Let’s take a look at the top 10 trends creatives need to be aware of in 2024. ––––––––––––––…

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100: How to grow your creative business in 2024 with Mia Saine, Renata Paton, Whitney Manney, and Penelope Wickman 1:26:32

1y ago1:26:32

1:26:32

Do you ever look at successful creatives on your Instagram feed and wonder how the heck they're doing it? Or thinking "I wish I knew what strategies they're using to get all those followers and sales so I could just do that too!"? To celebrate the 100th episode of Brand Your Passion, I brought together four previous guests to hear how they’re succe…

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99: The six step system for planning your entire year as a creative business owner 16:57

1y ago16:57

16:57

As we come up to the end of the year and start thinking about next year, it can be overwhelming trying to think about what to focus on, what to do when, and how you’ll get it all done. But I’ve been using a simple system over the past six years of running my business that I wanted to share with you today to help you plan your entire year in about 3…

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98: Ruby Jones on sticking to your values, following your creative curiosity, and staying grounded and grateful in the midst of overwhelm. 33:04

1y ago33:04

33:04

This week on the Brand Your Passion Podcast, I talk to Ruby Jones. Ruby is an illustrator based in Wellington! She likes to make art that shines a little light on everyday moments and reminds us what it means to be human. In this episode, I talk to Ruby all about what happens when your art goes viral, publishing books as an illustrator, simplifying…

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97: Beyond brand basics: how to brand your creative business when you’ve got the logo, colours, & fonts down 17:17

1y ago17:17

17:17

When it comes to brand identity design, the holy trifecta and the things people mainly think of, are logos, colours, and fonts. These things are important, yes, and make up a huge part of your visual identity. But there are a whole lot of other elements that go into creating a complete brand identity that elevate your brand, bring it all together, …

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Fiesta Bowl Wishes for Teachers!!! 36:38

1y ago36:38

36:38

On this weeks episode of the Nailed It Wall Ms. Scofield and Mr. Lane the STEM Guy talk about their month long hiatus from the pod, one of them was a recipient for Wishes for Teachers from the Fiesta Bowl and their new tables thanks to DonorsChoose and Panda Express. Ms. Scofield offers her advice about what it takes to be a new teacher going into …

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96: Text snippets every creative should have on hand to save you time in your business 15:02

1+ y ago15:02

15:02

Look, as a creative running a business, you already have 1001 things to do. What you don’t need to be spending your time doing is re-writing the same thing 100 times when it’s not necessary. But we often do. We have to apply for something and find ourselves trying to come up with a bio that makes us sound amazing for the millionth time. Or we go aw…

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95: Designing your brand identity – A DIY guide for artists and makers 16:35

1+ y ago16:35

16:35

This week on the Brand Your Passion Podcast, we're revisiting one of the most popular episodes of the podcast in the lead up to our 100th episode, all about the brand identity process. I love a good deep-dive into branding, but sometimes it can be good to get an overview of a process in a nutshell so you can see the whole picture. Today, I’m giving…

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94: Brand strategy: now what? How to put your strategy into action from day 1 16:49

1+ y ago16:49

16:49

Have you been working on your brand strategy? Writing your mission? Uncovering your ideal audience? Visualising your visual direction? It’s powerful stuff that can truly transform your business and your life. But while you can get a lot out of the brand strategy process itself, the long-lasting impact that will help you build a next level brand, is…

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93: Why you need to stop dreaming and start doing! 17:11

1+ y ago17:11

17:11

As creatives we all have dreams. But sometimes, it’s hard to move forward and turn them from dreams into reality. We sit there thinking about what we want, envisioning the future, looking at what other people are doing and wishing it could be us, but there are things stopping us from moving forward. So we keep dreaming. But at some point, it’s time…

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92: Should you start a separate social media account? 6 questions for finding the right strategy for your new creative idea. 11:20

1+ y ago11:20

11:20

Okay so you’ve had a new idea. Now you’re wondering, do I need to start a whole new social media page for this? Let’s walk through the series of questions you can ask yourself to figure out if that’s the best strategy for you and your business or not. ––––––––––––––––––––––– Read the accompanying blog post. Tag me on Instagram @makerandmoxie and le…

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The End of the 1st Quarter 30:51

1+ y ago30:51

30:51

On this weeks episode Ms. Scofield and Mr. Lane the STEM Guy come back after a two week hiatus and let us all know how the first quarter of the 2023-2024 school year ended. Miss Scofield talks about how much she is loving this group of 8th graders. She shares about a Rosalind Franklin project she did with her students. Mr. Lane talks about his jour…

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91: 15 self-discovery strategies for artists: how to build a creative business that works for you 37:17

1+ y ago37:17

37:17

The best way to grow your brand and your business is the way that’s best for you. So one of the best things you can do for your business is get to know yourself. What lights you up? How do you best work? When do you work best? What makes things easier for you? When you understand these things, you can build a brand and business that works for you, …

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90: 20 Ways creatives can use a brand strategy 25:08

1+ y ago25:08

25:08

This week on the Brand Your Passion Podcast, we're revisiting one of the most popular episodes of the podcast ever, all about how you can use your brand strategy. A brand strategy document is your go-to guide and reliable roadmap for your brand. I’m a massive advocate for how it can help you build an aligned brand that can grow, scale and achieve y…

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89: 9 Goal setting strategies for creatives: how to visualise & reach your dreams in a way that works for you 28:31

1+ y ago28:31

28:31

Goals. You either love em or you hate em. Maybe you’ve set them before but it’s never really stuck. Or you’ve been so busy with your head down that you’ve never really come up for air to step back and set any. Well wherever you’re at, its actually super useful to set goals of some kind for your creative business. There are loads of ways you can do …

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The Morning Show (Student Edition) 31:07

1+ y ago31:07

31:07

This week on The Nailed It Wall Ms. Scofield and Mr. Lane the STEM guy talk about fantasy football, student run-ins and the morning announcements. Our co-hosts cannot stop boasting about the morning announcement crew at their school. They are the face of our school and this year they are totally leveling up. Mr. Lane talks about his own son making …

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88: 15 Powerful branding habits for creatives 34:43

1+ y ago34:43

34:43

Whether good or bad, we all have habits. Usually they’re to do with our self-care: things like going to the gym, journalling, or doing your skincare. But habits can apply elsewhere in your life too, including in your brand. Just like getting in the habit of moving your body will help you in so many ways, getting in the habit of working on your bran…

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Introducing Students to Podcasting 32:24

1+ y ago32:24

32:24

This week on The Nailed It Wall Ms. Scofield and Mr. lane the STEM Guy talk about students podcasts. Ms. Scofield has introduced her students to podcasting and they have just taken it and run with it. They have created podcasts about Bad Dad Jokes, Bass Fishing, ASMR and a podcast dedicated Advice fFrom Peers. This is a podcast about podcasts. What…

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