We're diving into some creative mashup magic today, friends! Timothy Kimo Brien is here to sprinkle a little fun into your artistic habits, inspired by Mike Brennan's workbook, *Make Fun a Habit*. We're tackling Chapter 25, aptly named "Monster Mashup," where we learn that mixing things up can lead to some surprisingly tasty outcomes—yes, even that Elvis burger with peanut butter and bananas! So, whether you're a culinary whiz or just someone who likes to throw random pantry items together, this episode's all about experimenting, blending, and creating something uniquely you. Grab your favorite snacks and get ready to unleash your inner artist—who knows what deliciously weird things you might whip up!

30 days to add fun to your creative practice. I will be going through Mike Brennan's Make Fun A Habit workbook and help you make fun a habit. I had the pleasure of interviewing Mike on my other podcast Find A Podcast About and talking about his podcast Creative Chats. This workbook leads you through steps to rekindle the fun in your life and get you into a space where you are your most creative. This is a 30-day book and I will tackle each day as if it were a week and provide insights on how to use his ideas in your creative practice. Each chapter is broken up with a short story, questions to ponder, action items, and tips.

Questions

1. Where can you identify products or ideas that you encounter everyday that were the results of a mashup?
2. What two different category or themes do you find interesting? What would happen if you mashed the two up together?

Action Items

1. Create two columns on a page on the first colum write down the first category and on the second column write a category that you would like to mashup the first category with. Once you write these categories down begin to brainstorm. Once you are done create a third column with the ideas of the mashup from the first two columns

Tips

1. Look for inspiration in unexpected places
2. Use visualization techniques
3. Don't be afraid to fail
4. Have fun

• Using Mike Brennan's workbook, we can transform our creative habits by making fun a daily routine, which is a game-changer.
• The 'Monster Mashup' concept encourages us to combine unexpected elements in our art, leading to delightful surprises.
• Exploring our pantries for mashup inspiration can lead to deliciously unique culinary creations and artistic experiences alike.
• Don't fear failure in your creative endeavors; every experiment brings you closer to discovering what truly works for you!
• Visualizing your creative projects can help you map out your ideas even before you start gathering materials.
• Remember, art should be fun! Embrace the ridiculousness and enjoy the process of creation without taking it all too seriously.

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Finding possibilities is the name of the game in this episode, and let me tell you, we’re diving into some seriously fun territory! We’re back with our Make Fun of Habit series, inspired by Mike Brennan’s workbook that’s all about injecting joy into your creative practice. I mean, who doesn’t want to turn their artistic endeavors into a playground of possibilities? Together, we’ll explore how to flip challenges into opportunities and uncover those hidden gems in our creative journeys. So grab your favorite drink, kick back, and let's chat about how we can all sprinkle a little more fun into the art-making process!

30 days to add fun to your creative practice. I will be going through Mike Brennan's Make Fun A Habit workbook and help you make fun a habit. I had the pleasure of interviewing Mike on my other podcast Find A Podcast About and talking about his podcast Creative Chats. This workbook leads you through steps to rekindle the fun in your life and get you into a space where you are your most creative. This is a 30-day book and I will tackle each day as if it were a week and provide insights on how to use his ideas in your creative practice. Each chapter is broken up with a short story, questions to ponder, action items, and tips.

Diving deeper into the conversation, Timothy unpacks some juicy questions posed by Mike Brennan in his workbook. One of the standout moments is when he reflects on where he struggles to find possibilities in his own creative journey, sharing a sincere insight about battling low energy levels due to MS. But fear not! Instead of sulking in a corner, he flips the script and talks about the limitless possibilities that art can offer, no matter the challenges. It’s a refreshing perspective that encourages all of us to pull on our creative boots and stomp through the muck of limitations. He also reminisces about past surprises that came from embracing possibilities, like the unexpected joy of experimenting with podcast formats — who knew spouting off into a mic could lead to such a rich tapestry of connections and conversations?

Takeaways:

• Creating art is all about finding possibilities, so don’t hold back on your creativity!
• Tim’s journey with MS shows how art can thrive even in challenging circumstances—energy is key!
• The podcasting world is wide open; there are no strict rules, just your unique voice!
• Homework doesn’t have to be boring; think of it as fun challenges to spark creativity!
• Reflecting on personal challenges can flip your perspective and lead to breakthrough ideas!
• Persistence is the secret sauce in creativity—don’t stop trying different approaches!

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Andrew Davies is on a mission to transform the corporate world with the magic of improv! In our chat, we dive deep into how he uses his skills as the Better Meetings Director at Artly Working to help teams ditch the snooze-fest meetings and embrace creativity and collaboration instead. Imagine a workplace where brainstorming feels like fun instead of a chore—yeah, that’s what we’re talking about! We also get into the nitty-gritty of how you don’t have to be the funniest person in the room to rock improv; it’s all about being present and supportive. So grab your favorite mug and get ready to learn how to spice up those meetings that should’ve been an email—because trust me, you’ll want to tune in for this one!

Andrew Davies is the Better Meetings Director of Artly Working, which uses Improv and Theatre to help build stronger teams made up of happier people, and higher performers. Since starting in 2019 Artly Working has led programs with over 100 innovative companies like Netflix, Roblox, Meta, and Google.

With training In Improvisation from The Magnet Theatre, and Facilitation from Georgetown University, Andrew Is passionate about bringing those skills to strengthen company culture, and people experience. His Better Meetings workshop helps teams to gather with purpose and play, designing and facilitating more effective meetings that people actually want to attend!

Andrew has won several awards for his groundbreaking work including the Young Pioneer Award from the Jewish Education Project and the Pomegranate Prize from the Covenant Foundation. Andrew is also the co-founder of Charactours, theatrical walking tours where the past visits you, and The Bible Players, a Jewish comedy team.

When Andrew’s not working, he can be found making up songs with his toddlers Miller and Oren, bike riding around Philadelphia, or leading a free tennis camp In the neighborhood

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• Andrew Davies shows us how improv can bridge the gap between artistic expression and corporate culture, making meetings more engaging and effective.
• Creating a supportive environment in the workplace is crucial—everyone should feel they can participate without fear of judgment.
• The 'Yes, and...' principle can be a game changer in brainstorming sessions, helping to nurture creativity and collaboration among team members.

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