In this episode of the Creative Rumble podcast, hosts Laura Purcell and Nadia Ayliffe-Robinson engage in an enriching conversation with Pip Green, the creative mind behind The Midlands Store in rural Tasmania. Pip shares her inspiring journey from a nursing career to establishing a unique boutique filled with thoughtfully curated furniture, homewares, gifts, and artwork.

Listen as Pip talks about overcoming challenges, the importance of evolving with customer needs, and her passion for design and art. Get insights into her process of setting up the shop, her approach to merchandising and curation, and how she integrates her personality and creativity into her business. This episode is full of tips and motivation for anyone looking to pursue their creative dreams.

This episode was part of Nadia and Laura’s Creative Rumble Road Tour, recorded 13 October 2024.

00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome

01:21 Pip Green's Journey to The Midlands Store

03:15 Building and Curating the Store

07:04 Challenges and Adaptations

09:29 Community and Personal Growth

12:06 Creative Process and Advice

20:13 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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In this episode of the Creative Rumble podcast, hosts Nadia and Laura introduce their new segment on creating life mood boards. Mood boards can serve as a tool to organise and visualise ideas, inspirations, and influences, which can be particularly useful for those feeling creatively stuck.They talk about their personal inspirations and creative processes, including feng shui, personal rebranding, and seasonal decluttering.

They also reflect on inspirations from nature and cultural experiences, including travels and museum visits. Tune in to explore what sparks their creativity and how you can apply these ideas to your own life.

This episode was recorded in March 2024

00:00 Introduction to the Creative Rumble Podcast

00:33 Acknowledging Traditional Custodians

00:55 Excitement for the Inaugural Mood Board

01:49 Discussing the Concept of Mood Boards

04:19 Nadia's Feng Shui Journey

07:02 Laura's Personal Brand Update

16:20 Makeup and Personal Styling

21:33 Mini Homes and Birthday Reflections

22:17 Birdwatching and Bugs

22:50 Romantic Moments in Nature

24:25 Mood Board Inspirations

25:16 Winter Preparations and Decluttering

26:19 Book Conversations

29:00 Gardening Adventures

34:22 Travel Tales and Cemeteries

36:33 Tasmanian Female Artists

38:10 Podcast Origins and Future Plans

39:32 Wrapping Up and Final Thoughts

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Join Nadia Ayliffe Robinson and Laura Purcell on the Creative Rumble podcast as they dive into an inspiring conversation with Tanya Maxwell, a soft tissue manual therapist and art and health specialist. Tanya shares her 22-year journey from Tasmania to the Northern Territory, combining natural therapies, remedial massage, art and theatre with her innovative contributions to healthcare and chronic health management in Australia.

Discover her impactful work as a clown doctor, therapeutic clowning in hospitals, and wider collaborations. Tanya discusses the importance of spaciousness and connection in creativity, her profound experiences traveling through Australia's deserts, and the unique woven art projects that helped her cope during tough times. Tanya also shares her insights on creating space for artistic expression, the therapeutic power of hands-on creativity, and the profound connection between health and art.

This episode is a journey of healing, community, and creative freedom that will leave you deeply moved and inspired.

00:00 Welcome to the Creative Rumble Podcast

00:14 Introducing Tanya Maxwell: A Journey of Healing and Creativity

02:15 Tanya's Recent Adventures and Storytelling

03:24 The Therapeutic Power of the Desert

07:06 Clowning and Community Work in Remote Areas

15:58 The Intersection of Soft Tissue Therapy and Clowning

20:31 Integrating Health and Art

21:21 The Journey of Self-Discovery

23:45 Therapeutic Weaving

27:47 The Healing Power of Creativity

31:47 Creating Space for Creativity

36:32 Final Thoughts and Reflections

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