Hosted by Flux Learning, a digital education company based in West Cork, Ireland, this podcast showcases the exceptional, innovative and imaginative work of those working in enterprise and the creative arts. Subscribe to the podcast. Join the community on Twitter and Instagram Visit https://www.corkcreative.ie for more information.
Episodes
Tuesday Nov 12, 2024
Episode 56 Orla Kelly, Self-publishing publisher
Tuesday Nov 12, 2024
Tuesday Nov 12, 2024
In this episode of the Cork Creative Podcast, host Geraldine Hennessy interviews Orla Kelly, founder of Orla Kelly Publishing. Orla shares her journey from self-publishing her son’s story to establishing a thriving business that helps others bring their books to life. She explains the benefits of self-publishing, her unique approach to supporting authors, and insights into the publishing process. Orla also discusses industry trends, common challenges, and how her personalised approach makes Orla Kelly Publishing a standout in the self-publishing world.
Thursday Oct 24, 2024
Episode 55 Justin Walter and Kristie Davison, Mummyhead Studios
Thursday Oct 24, 2024
Thursday Oct 24, 2024
In this episode, we talk with the talented duo behind Mummyhead Studios, Justin Walter and Kristie Davison. They share their unique creative journeys, how the Smashing Pumpkins played a key role in bringing them together and how Mummyhead Studios came to be . We explore their diverse and captivating work, collaborations with industry masters, and insights into the evolving landscape of the film industry.
Wednesday Oct 09, 2024
Episode 54 Niamh O'Reilly, Chocolatier, Hungry Crow Chocolates
Wednesday Oct 09, 2024
Wednesday Oct 09, 2024
In this episode, chocolatier Niamh O’Reilly discusses her path into working with chocolate and opening up her own chocolate business, Hungry Crow. She discusses the challenges of the business world and rising raw material prices, taking an ethical approach, listening to her customers, recreating the classics with her unique twist, her hopes for the chocolate industry and just doing it.
Thursday Sep 05, 2024
Episode 53 Catherine Tobin, Creative Strategist and AI Advocate
Thursday Sep 05, 2024
Thursday Sep 05, 2024
We chat to serial entrepreneur, creative strategist and AI advocate Catherine Tobin about her love for business and taking the leap into launching her first entrepreneurial venture, the importance of taking learnings from all your endeavours, keeping things simple, the juggling act of having three businesses on the go and finding your tribe.
Tuesday Aug 13, 2024
Episode 52, Cecilia Scholte Lubberink, Craft Shop Owner
Tuesday Aug 13, 2024
Tuesday Aug 13, 2024
In this Cork Creative Podcast, Geraldine chats to Cecilia Scholte Lubberink about her journey from poetry and art to opening Le Chéile Arts, a beautifully curated craft shop in Dunmanway. Born from a need for local artists to have a space to showcase their work, Cecilia chats about how the success of a pop-up shop led to the establishment of a permanent store. She emphasises the importance of local art, the collaborative nature of her business, and striving for a work-life balance.
Thursday Jul 25, 2024
Episode 51 Caragh Bell, Author
Thursday Jul 25, 2024
Thursday Jul 25, 2024
In the latest Cork Creative episode, Patrick Kiely revisits the show's first guest, Caragh Bell, to discuss her journey and recent projects. Since her last appearance, Caragh has published another book, Mosaic, and her next, Fortuna, is due out in August. She has also started a school podcast series, the SHSS podcast. She shares her experiences with self-publishing and her future plans, including a PhD and potential screenwriting projects.
Wednesday May 29, 2024
Episode 50 Kerry O' Callaghan, Illustrator
Wednesday May 29, 2024
Wednesday May 29, 2024
In this episode, we chat to illustrator Kerry O’Callaghan about her journey into children’s illustration, diversity and representation, her collaborative process and gaining confidence in her work.
Tuesday Apr 30, 2024
Episode 49 Sara Devoy, Craniosacral Taster Session
Tuesday Apr 30, 2024
Tuesday Apr 30, 2024
Cork Creative's Geraldine Hennessy experiences a craniosacral therapy session in the comfort of Sara Devoy's beautiful therapy space. Listen in to how the session unfolds and experience a taster of what a session would be like.
Tuesday Apr 30, 2024
Episode 48 Sara Devoy, Craniosacral Therapist
Tuesday Apr 30, 2024
Tuesday Apr 30, 2024
In this episode we are joined by craniosacral therapist Sara Devoy. We chat about the benefits of this holistic approach to settling the nervous system and how it can address various physical and emotional issues. Sara shares stories of helping clients navigate challenges and highlights the importance of focusing on the positive aspects of healing rather than solely on fixing problems.
Thursday Apr 18, 2024
Thursday Apr 18, 2024
In this episode, we talk to Nuri Albakri and Caroline Walsh about their creativity, cosplaying, diorama creation and customisations. From growing up in Malaysia to hosting the inaugural Feel the Force festival in Dunmanway, we speak about the importance of community and creativity of West Cork.