Author T. Thorn Coyle talks with artist and poet Canessa Thomas. Canessa's work is a form of communication and connection, allowing viewers to see their own stories and experiences reflected in her art. She sees her art as a spiritual practice and offers it as a gift to others. The conversation explores the importance of connection, creativity, and purpose in the face of challenges and chronic illness. Canessa Thomas shares her experiences with autoimmune disease and how it has influenced her art. Both Canessa and Thorn Coyle emphasize the power of art to communicate and connect with others, even when words fail. They discuss the need for openness and vulnerability in sharing personal struggles and how it can inspire and support others. The conversation highlights the interconnectedness of all beings and the importance of finding purpose and meaning in life.

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Author T. Thorn Coyle talks to Theresa Reed, also known as the Tarot Lady, shares her journey as a creative person. Theresa also provides insights on cultivating intuition, including paying attention to feelings, practicing meditation, and using tools like tarot and pendulums. Theresa Reed and Thorn Coyle discuss their experiences with magic, meditation, and creativity. They emphasize the importance of practices like yoga and meditation in staying connected and aligned with intuition and creativity. They share their early experiences with magic and the impact it had on their lives. Theresa Reed's why is to help people, which is reflected in her work as a tarot reader, astrologer, and writer.

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Author T. Thorn Coyle speaks with Cat Brooks, an award-winning actress and playwright, who shares her creative roots and the impact of acting on her life. She discusses the discipline and community-building aspects of theater and how it has influenced her work as an organizer and activist. Kat also talks about the importance of listening and vulnerability in both acting and activism. She highlights the role of physical practice, such as going to the gym, in maintaining her mental health. Kat explores the different forms of creativity she engages in, including writing, directing, and dramaturgy, and how they each provide a unique outlet for her. She also discusses the challenges of embodying trauma in her performances and the importance of ancestral work.

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Thorn Coyle interviews Mat Auryn, an author and teacher in the fields of occultism and witchcraft. They discuss creativity, imagination, and the interplay between the subconscious and conscious mind in writing and magical practice. Mat shares how his creative roots began in childhood and how his imagination and creativity have always been an important part of his life and spiritual practice. They also explore the role of discipline and deadlines in writing, as well as the importance of surrendering to the creative process. Mat Auryn discusses his struggles with meeting deadlines and the pressure of writing. He shares how writing for periodicals can feel like a job and drain the fun out of it. Thorn Coyle suggests finding enjoyment in writing and applying the concept of play to make it easier. They also discuss imposter syndrome and the fear of not being qualified. Mat talks about his experience with aphantasia and his belief that writing a bad draft is better than not writing at all. They also explore the connection between spiritual practices and creativity.

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In episode three of Magic, Creativity, and Life, I talk about joy, creativity, and cultivating a sense of magic and wonder...no matter how old you are.

Brian and Josie Parker are writers, artists, creatives, and parents who have published many books for all ages. You can find out more about them at https://believeinwonder.weebly.com/

T. Thorn Coyle is at https://www.thorncoyle.com/

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Join Thorn as they speak with award winning cinematographer and musician Brad Rushing about creativity, alchemy, and the importance of kindness.

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Brad Rushing: http://www.BradRushing.com

Born and raised in Houston, Texas, Brad Rushing expressed an aptitude for art and science from a very early age.

Brad has been Director of photography on multiple indie films and high end, award winning music videos for artists such as Britney Spears, Mariah Carey, Lionel Richie, Nelly and Eminem. Brad’s ground-breaking work on Moby’s We Are All Made Of Stars won an MTV Video Music Award for Best Cinematography in a Video, and many of the other music videos he shot have won awards such as VMAs, MVPAs and Grammys for Best Video.

Brad’s recent cinematography highlights include the Netflix Original feature films A California Christmas, and “A California Christmas: City Lights.”, “Holiday Harmony” on Max, “Alarmed” on Tubi, and “The Island” on Starz. Each of those films spent

more than a week in the Top 10, and all of them Hit the #1 for popular movie on their respective platforms.

Brad’s cinematography in “Holiday Harmony” was nominated for a Canadian Society of Cinematographers award.

He is a longtime vegetarian, animal lover, artist and musician and songwriter.

Recently “Go,” an original song written and recorded by Brad, was featured in the Warner Brothers / MAX film “Holiday Harmony.”

His song, "Just Call On Me" featuring Ukrainian vocalist Liliia Kysil releases on February 24, 2024.

Join Thorn as they talk with author Meg Elison about life, vanity, pleasure, activism, and creative magic.

Meg Elison is a Hugo, Philip K. Dick and Locus award winning author, as well as a Nebula, Sturgeon, and Otherwise awards finalist. A prolific short story writer and essayist, Elison has been published in Scientific American, McSweeney’s, Fantasy & Science Fiction, Fangoria, and Best American Science Fiction and Fantasy. Elison is a high school dropout and a graduate of UC Berkeley. She lives in Brooklyn.

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