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Creatively Eccentric

Creatively Eccentric

Di: Heather Ebanks
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Bold voices. Messy journeys. Zero apologies.

A Podcast about Empowering Creatives, Embracing Uniqueness & Redefining Success


Creatively Eccentric is a podcast about radically redefining what it means to be a creative in a world that still prefers conformity — where unapologetically bold, unconventional, and underrepresented creators get real about breaking rules, navigating rejection, and carving out success on their own terms.


Too many creatives feel pressure to fit into narrow industry boxes that don’t reflect who they are.

The creative industry still upholds gatekeeping, homogeneity, and burnout culture.


There’s a lack of platforms that celebrate messy, multi-passionate, neurodivergent, and culturally diverse creators who are doing things differently.


Join Graphic Designer and host Heather Ebanks, who will be offering honest solo reflection episodes, alongside conversations with talented creatives, and practical tools for thriving outside the traditional path.


Creatively Eccentric doesn’t ask you to “find your niche” or play to the algorithm — it encourages you to build a career by being more of yourself.

2025 Heather Ebanks
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  • Unmasking Visibility: Louisa Shaeri on the Power of Being Seen
    Jan 22 2026

    In this conversation, I had the pleasure of speaking with Louisa Shaeri about her powerful work as a coach for neurodivergent creatives and culture shapers. As we talked, I found myself deeply resonating with her reflections on value, identity, and the systems we move through—systems that so often feel ill-fitting for people who think and create differently.

    Mentions

    Website: https://www.valorize.systems/

    Podcast: The Unmasking Unschool

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/louisashaeri/

    Thinking Systems - Donella Meadows

    https://theautisticadvocate.com/

    https://theneurodivergentbrain.org/audhd/

    Takeaways

    • Fitting into an ill-fitting system limits potential and growth.
    • Neurodivergent individuals often face challenges in traditional coaching environments.
    • Self-doubt can prevent individuals from fully embracing their value.
    • Unmasking is a continuous journey of self-discovery and acceptance.

    Chapters

    00:00 Introduction to Louisa Shaeri and Her Work

    04:45 The Journey of Finding One's Voice

    08:53 Understanding Systems and Their Impact

    12:30 Overcoming Self-Doubt and Embracing Value

    16:32 The Role of Education in Creative Industries

    20:29 Cognitive Justice and Unmasking

    24:51 The Importance of Visibility and Self-Discovery

    25:25 Understanding AUDHD and Neurodivergence

    30:03 The Creative Process and Identity

    30:51 Studio Draw: The Messy Side of Creativity

    35:26 Advice on Finding Your Value in Creativity

    37:37 Outro

    The thoughts and opinions shared by the host and guests are their own.

    If you enjoyed the episode, please rate, review, and subscribe on your preferred podcast platform.

    Connect

    Pitch Heather: info@creativelyeccentric.com

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    38 min
  • Ink, Imperfection: The Art of Letting Go
    Dec 11 2025

    In this solo episode, I share my journey as a creative, reflecting on the lessons I've learnt from embracing imperfection and the challenges I've faced while drawing with permanent ink. I discuss the importance of thinking differently, the significance of problem-solving in my creative process, and how art doesn't have to be perfect to be meaningful.

    Through a specific project involving the use of permanent ink, I highlight the need to let go of perfectionism and explore creativity in new ways. I encourage you to reflect on your own creative journey and the lessons you've discovered along the way.

    Takeaways

    • Not all art has to be perfect
    • You create things out of nothing
    • Sometimes we're the hardest critics of ourselves

    Chapters

    00:00 The Journey of a Creative Mind

    07:04 Lessons in Imperfection and Problem Solving

    09:09 Outro

    The thoughts and opinions shared by the host and guests are their own.

    If you enjoyed the episode, please rate, review, and subscribe on your preferred podcast platform.

    Connect

    Pitch Heather: info@creativelyeccentric.com

    Subscribe & Listen: Creatively Eccentric
    Send a voice-note idea
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    Instagram: Creatively Eccentric
    YouTube Playlist
    LinkedIn: Heather Ebanks
    Support the show: Buy a Ko-Fi

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    9 min
  • Honesty Over Hype: Stories That Resonate
    Jan 8 2026

    In this episode, I delve into the essence of authentic storytelling, questioning the idea that storytelling should merely be a strategy.

    I highlight the significance of honesty, creativity, and the genuine connections that stories can foster. Reflecting on my own journey as a creative, I discuss the tension between market-driven narratives and the raw, unfiltered truths that truly resonate with audiences.

    Through this episode, I encourage fellow creatives to embrace their uniqueness and to redefine success on their own terms.

    Takeaways

    • Storytelling is about honesty, not just structure.
    • Creatives often hide behind their work.
    • Authenticity resonates more than scripted narratives.
    • The journey of a creator is filled with both struggles and triumphs.
    • Listeners connect with genuine stories, not sales pitches.
    • Creativity is a shared human experience.
    • The importance of stepping out from behind your art.
    • People are drawn to stories they can relate to.
    • Marketing should not overshadow the truth in storytelling.
    • Every story has the potential to inspire and connect.

    Mentions/Quote

    jdomito_

    https://www.instagram.com/p/DR0M1V9lSed/?img_index=1

    Chapters

    00:00 The Essence of Storytelling

    02:13 Authenticity in Creative Narratives

    04:26 Connecting Through Genuine Stories

    06:55 Outro

    The thoughts and opinions shared by the host and guests are their own.

    If you enjoyed the episode, please rate, review, and subscribe on your preferred podcast platform.

    Connect

    Pitch Heather: info@creativelyeccentric.com

    Subscribe & Listen: Creatively Eccentric
    Send a voice-note idea
    Apply to be a guest

    Instagram: Creatively Eccentric
    YouTube Playlist
    LinkedIn: Heather Ebanks
    Support the show: Buy a Ko-Fi

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    7 min
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