Your Creative Mind
If you’re looking for creative inspiration and mindfulness skill building, you’ve come to the right place. This show brings you interviews with creative peak performers whether they’re bestselling authors, artists, entertainers, game designers, athletes, scientists, or entrepreneurs. You’ll get their insights on how and why they do what they do. You’ll learn their techniques and secrets, so you can do it too. In Izolda’s solo episodes, you’ll get techniques to infuse your life with mindfulness, creativity, and reap all the benefits of living in a state of possibility and imagination. Hear Interviews with Grammy and Tony winners and nominees, bestselling authors, actors, and creative leaders on how they stay motivated, inspired, and productive. Together, we explore their internal, uncharted waters about what inspires them to grow, achieve, and succeed. Get their up to the minute insights as we tease out answers to questions they’ve never pondered before. Remember, you can use creativity and mindfulness to build the life and career you’ll love. You’ll also learn how to supercharge your own creative drive, mindfulness, and communication skills. Guests have included bestselling authors, artists, marketing and pr pros, leadership experts, tech CEOs, technology futurists, professional speakers, communication coaches, public speakers, award-winning Broadway producers, musicians, lyricists, standup comedians, actors, performers, singers, writers, conservationists, non-profit executive directors, and many others. How can we use creativity to come up with the critical solutions we need in the world? Whether you’re trying to start your first novel, draw a picture, or solve the climate crisis, you need to approach the problem creatively. You have to think outside the norm, come up with ideas, and then act on them to solve the big problems we’re facing.
Episodes
In this episode of the Your Creative Mind Podcast, we sit down with Eric Burnik, a dynamic serial entrepreneur and inspirational speaker renowned for his cross-cultural expertise and dedication to fostering resilience, innovation, and integrity. Eric's 'pay it forward' ethos has transformed countless lives and businesses. Join us as he shares a...
Ever feel like your ideas are great, but something’s missing when you try to share them? In this episode of Your Creative Mind, we explore the design principles that can turn any creative project—from a product or book to a vision board—into something people get and remember. You’ll learn simple, powerful ways to use contrast, alignment, balance, and more to create clarity an...
Ever wondered how to transform your brand into a standout success? In this episode of the Your Creative Mind Podcast, we chat with Brigitte Bojkowszky, a leading expert in brand identity and the author of the bestselling book, Significant Women: Leaders Reveal What Matters Most. Brigitte shares her proven strategies for crafting compelling brand identities, fostering a...
What happens when you trade a law career for a one-way ticket around the world—and a life of writing gripping thrillers? Jaclyn Goldis did just that, and in this episode of Your Creative Mind, she’s sharing the bold choices, creative risks, and storytelling secrets that turned her passion into ...
Want to be a guest on the podcasts your audience actually listens to but keep hearing crickets after you pitch?
In this episode, Izolda shares exactly what makes a pitch stand out (and what sends it straight to the trash). You’ll get the inside scoop on what thoughtful podcast hosts are really looking for, how to lead with value, and how to build real relationships that lead to actual b...
This is an experiment in giving you ideas on creative mental well-being. I also talk about two shows I saw this week that took me back to my roots and also to high school - both of which are fraught and full to the brim with lessons I've learned as a creative who also has a strong practical streak.
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I saw Adam Gwon's All the World's a Stage, and it sparked some deep realizations about my own life and the importance the arts played in my development and very survival. This is a special episode as a storyteller and as an artist. I hope you enjoy it.
All the World's a Stage at Theatre Row
Written by Adam Gwon (book, music, lyrics)
Eliza Pagelle as Sam
Jon Michael Reese as Michael
Matt Rodin as Ricky
Elizabeth Stanley as Didi
D...
What makes a story impossible to put down? Whether you’re a writer or just love a gripping read, today’s episode has something for you. Award-winning author Dawn M. Barclay knows how to craft suspense that keeps readers hooked—and she’s sharing her secrets. Writing fiction and nonfiction, she’s mastered the art of storytelling, marketing, and staying...
What if the technology we create today ends up shaping our lives in ways we can’t control? In this episode of Your Creative Mind, astrophysicist J. Craig Wheeler, author of The Path to Singularity, shares his eye-opening insights into the rapid advancements in AI, genetic engineering, and space exploration. These technologies promise to transform our ...
Ted McGuire (President) and Andy Quartin (CEO) of Thames and Kosmos
What if playing games could make you smarter, more creative, and a better collaborator? In this special Toy Fair 2025 episode, I sit down with Andy Quartin and Ted McGuire from Thames & Kosmos to explore how board games do ...
Can a card game make you a better communicator? John Cooper thinks so. A retired NASA engineer turned game designer, John created The Gang, a cooperative twist on poker that reveals how we think, trust, and strategize under pressure. In this episode, we break down the psychology behind the game—how reading subtle cues can sharpen decision-making, why teamwork trumps individual gen...
What’s more important—saying it how you want or making sure your message is understood? In this episode of Your Creative Mind, Izolda Trakhtenberg challenges us to rethink communication and clarity. Through engaging storytelling, she explores the way we express ourselves, the importance of adapting to our audience, and how to find the balance between personal expression and being tru...
Women in media, publishing, and storytelling—breaking barriers and writing fearlessly
How do you balance a high-pressure career, a thriving creative passion, and real-life challenges—all without losing yourself in the chaos? Kathleen Marple Kalb knows. As a top-of-the-hour radio anchor and an award-winning mystery author, she’s mastered the art of juggling...
What if your next big idea wasn’t just creative—but also wildly successful? In this episode of Your Creative Mind, I talk with Gavin Lawler and Neal Hoffman, two brilliant minds who have turned their creative visions into real-world wins. From innovative storytelling to building brands that capture hearts and imaginations, they share practical strategies for making cre...
What happens when a story refuses to be forgotten? The Return of Benjamin Lay isn’t just a play—it’s a powerful lesson in courage, creativity, and using your voice for change. In this episode of Your Creative Mind, I sit down with the producers of the production coming to The Sheen Center this March to talk about bri...
Do your thoughts ever feel like they’re running the show—pulling you in a hundred directions at once? In this episode of Your Creative Mind, we’re exploring what it truly means to have a mindful mind. Mindfulness isn’t just about stress relief—it’s a game-changer for creativity, focus, and peace of mind. You’ll learn how mindfulness shapes your conscious and subconscious thought p...
In this episode of Your Creative Mind, we bring you a live table read of Expiration Date, a play that explores love, memory, and second chances in a way that will stick with you long after you listen.
You'll hear an engaging, thought-provoking performance and gain fresh insight into how storytelling can shift perspectives and spark powerful emotions. After the reading, we’l...
How do you balance ambition with fulfillment in your career? In this episode of Your Creative Mind Podcast, Gayle Keller, CEO of Theodora S.T.E.A.M. Girls, shares her powerful insights on overcoming gender biases and empowering women in S.T.E.A.M. fields. With over 20 years in tech, Gayle offers actionable advice on taking strategic risks, reinvention, and creating a fulfi...
What if the women of The Odyssey had the final say? In this episode of Your Creative Mind, we bring you Odysseus’s Women by Luke Krueger—a powerful reimagining of the Greek epic where the legendary hero faces judgment from the women he left behind. You’ll hear this gripping story come to life in our table read, followed by an i...
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