The Download Podcast, with Jill Marshall

Harnessing the Power of Downloads in Your Creative JourneyIn this episode of 'The Download' from Wise Woman and Wordsmith, host Jill Marshall introduces the concept of 'downloads' - moments of sudden, profound inspiration - and how they can transform creative and business endeavors. Jill shares her personal experiences with downloads that reshaped her career from a corporate executive to a successful children's author and creativity coach. She explains the nature and significance of these intuitive insights, how to recognise them, and how to cultivate conditions for receiving them. The episode also highlights examples of notable figures who have harnessed downloads, from Elizabeth Gilbert to Steve Jobs, showing the wide-reaching impact of trusting and acting on these powerful moments of clarity.00:00 Welcome to The Download01:19 Understanding the Download Phenomenon03:18 Some of Jill's Personal Download Experiences08:06 The Power of Downloads for Creatives09:50 Recognising and Acting on Downloads15:02 Creating Conditions for Downloads16:18 Conclusion and Call to ActionFind out more about Jill’s coaching and consultancy at Wisewoman&Wordsmith.com Discover Jill’s fiction for tweens, teens, YA and adults at JillMarshallBooks Follow on FB, Instagram, LinkedIn

Launching with Purpose: Insights and IdeasIn this episode of The Download Podcast from Wise Woman and Wordsmith, host Jill Marshall introduces the concept of 'launches' and explores their true purpose and often misunderstood nature. Drawing from her own experience, Jill discusses the differences between real-world launches and their glamorised portrayals in TV and film. Through anecdotes, she highlights the celebratory aspect of launches, focusing on the process, the people involved, and the meaningful acknowledgment of one's creative journey. Jill concludes by expressing gratitude for the support that led to the creation of this podcast and encourages listeners to celebrate their own milestones while understanding the realistic outcomes of any launch. 00:00 Welcome to The Download00:26 The Reality of Launches01:43 Personal Experiences with Book Launches02:41 Misconceptions from TV and Film04:15 A Memorable Launch Event06:41 The True Purpose of a Launch07:35 Closing Thoughts and Gratitude Find out more about Jill’s coaching and consultancy at Wisewoman&Wordsmith.com Discover Jill’s fiction for tweens, teens, YA and adults at JillMarshallBooks Follow on FB, Instagram, LinkedIn

Unlocking Creativity: The Power of DownloadsIn this episode of The Download from Wise Woman and Wordsmith, host Jill Marshall explores the concept of the 'download response'—receiving creative ideas or solutions seemingly out of nowhere in response to unconscious questions. Jill shares personal anecdotes, from her book series 'Matilda Peppercorn' to an unexpected novel inspired by a psychiatric condition featured in a TV programme. She also recounts a moving story of a WWII pilot discovered in a documentary, highlighting the interconnectedness of humanity. The episode offers insight into how creatives can recognise and harness these moments of inspiration to fuel their work.00:00 Welcome to The Download00:36 Understanding the Download Response00:54 Ideas: Made vs. Sent02:02 Personal Experiences with Downloads06:30 The Story of Smithy and the Parker Pen Plane11:40 The Nature of Downloads13:19 Conclusion and Final Thoughts Find out more about Jill’s coaching and consultancy at Wisewoman&Wordsmith.com Discover Jill’s fiction for tweens, teens, YA and adults at JillMarshallBooks Follow on FB, Instagram, LinkedIn

Exploring the Origins and Power of Creative DownloadsIn this episode of 'The Download' from Wise Woman and Wordsmith, host Jill Marshall delves into the mysterious origins of creative and spiritual downloads, examining three primary theories: divine connection, subconscious brain processing, and tapping into the collective consciousness/unconscious. Jill shares techniques to encourage these insightful moments and offers a personal story illustrating the impact of downloads on her own life. Listeners are invited to trust the process and share their experiences. 00:00 Welcome to The Download00:31 Exploring the Source of Creative Downloads01:02 Defining a Download01:33 Three Theories on the Origin of Downloads04:17 Encouraging More Downloads05:17 A Personal Story of Unexpected Insight10:17 Final Thoughts on Downloads10:45 Closing Remarks and Call to ActionFind out more about Jill’s coaching and consultancy at Wisewoman&Wordsmith.com Discover Jill’s fiction for tweens, teens, YA and adults at JillMarshallBooks Follow on FB, Instagram, LinkedIn