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The Creative Odyssey Podcast
Sheran Ranasinghe
19 episodes
20 hours ago
Send us a text What does it mean to live creatively not just make art? And what happens when you lose touch with that part of yourself? In this deeply honest episode, Sheran Ranasinghe sits down with Joel Negus -composer, producer, double bassist, and co-founder of Cleveland Scoring to explore the tension between creativity, faith, and identity. Raised in a home where music was as natural as breathing, Joel’s creativity once flowed freely. But as he grew older, the joy turned to pressure. Exp...
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Send us a text What does it mean to live creatively not just make art? And what happens when you lose touch with that part of yourself? In this deeply honest episode, Sheran Ranasinghe sits down with Joel Negus -composer, producer, double bassist, and co-founder of Cleveland Scoring to explore the tension between creativity, faith, and identity. Raised in a home where music was as natural as breathing, Joel’s creativity once flowed freely. But as he grew older, the joy turned to pressure. Exp...
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Education,
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Episodes (19/19)
The Creative Odyssey Podcast
🎧 Doubt, Identity, and Rediscovering Your Creative Voice | Joel Negus
Send us a text What does it mean to live creatively not just make art? And what happens when you lose touch with that part of yourself? In this deeply honest episode, Sheran Ranasinghe sits down with Joel Negus -composer, producer, double bassist, and co-founder of Cleveland Scoring to explore the tension between creativity, faith, and identity. Raised in a home where music was as natural as breathing, Joel’s creativity once flowed freely. But as he grew older, the joy turned to pressure. Exp...
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20 hours ago
1 hour 16 minutes

The Creative Odyssey Podcast
What if creativity wasn’t just about talent — but about embracing all of who you are?
Send us a text What if creativity wasn’t just about talent — but about embracing all of who you are? In this episode of The Creative Odyssey Podcast, we’re joined by Shaun Sri Lanka (@shaunsrilanka), co-founder of Not Another Agency (@naa.srilanka) and the visionary behind Paraiso SBKZ (@paraiso.sbkz) - the first international dance festival in Sri Lanka. Shaun shares his inspiring journey from being a quiet, introverted painter to becoming a creative strategist, agency builder, and dan...
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1 week ago
23 minutes

The Creative Odyssey Podcast
Why Grit Matters More Than Degrees | Arshad Ameer's Startup Journey
Send us a text What if success has less to do with your qualifications -and everything to do with how much heart you bring when things get hard? In this episode, Arshad Ameer, Co-Founder of FlashHealth, shares his story of resilience, curiosity, and building something meaningful in the middle of uncertainty. From global boardrooms to the startup trenches of Sri Lanka, Arshad opens up about what it takes to stay grounded, lead with creativity, and move forward even when the path isn’t clear. ...
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2 weeks ago
1 hour 22 minutes

The Creative Odyssey Podcast
From Math Professor to Songwriter: The Untold Story of Sri Lanka’s Creative Genius
Send us a text From Math Professor to Songwriter: The Untold Story of Sri Lanka’s Creative Genius What happens when a Sri Lankan math professor reveals he’s also a songwriter and poet? In this inspiring episode, we dive deep into the life of a man who defied expectations, blending logic and creativity to break cultural stereotypes. Discover how he went from struggling student to respected academic, and how his passion for music and writing became a powerful outlet for self-expression and he...
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1 month ago
1 hour 19 minutes

The Creative Odyssey Podcast
From Burnout to Breakthrough: How Creativity Pulled Me Out of Rock Bottom
Send us a text Are you feeling stuck, burned out, or just going through the motions? In this episode, I share my raw, personal story of hitting rock bottom as an executive chef—and how creativity, art, and play helped me find hope and purpose again. You’ll hear about: The warning signs of burnout and depression The panic attack that changed everything How small creative acts like Play-Doh, music, and art can help you heal Why creativity is for everyone—not just artists A challenge to help you...
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2 months ago
15 minutes

The Creative Odyssey Podcast
I Had to Go Solo: The Scariest Creative Decision I’ve Ever Made
Send us a text What happens when the thing you built with someone you admire… no longer feels aligned? In this deeply honest episode, I share the story behind one of the hardest creative decisions I’ve ever made: telling my podcast co-host I needed to go solo. Not because of conflict. Not because of ego. But because of a whisper I could no longer ignore. We’ll talk about: 🎧 Why I stepped away from a creative partnership that was working🧠 The power (and pain) of being multipassionate🔥 How comm...
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3 months ago
14 minutes

The Creative Odyssey Podcast
Sunami Rodriguez & Mason Bufkin - From Page to Stage: How Storytelling Changes Lives
Send us a text What does it mean to choose the creative path—again and again—when it doesn’t promise stability, clarity, or even recognition? In this episode of The Creative Odyssey, we’re joined by two storytellers from vastly different disciplines but deeply connected by purpose: Mason Bufkin, an author and educator who writes character-driven fiction for young adults, and Sunami Rodriguez, a Colombian-born actress whose art became her lifeline through immigration, motherhood, and self-disc...
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6 months ago
1 hour 8 minutes

The Creative Odyssey Podcast
Charles Pratt & Kyra Wells - Building Without Permission
Send us a text What if you stopped waiting for permission—and just started building? In this episode of The Creative Odyssey Podcast, we sit down with Charles and Kyra, the creative powerhouse behind Breakthrough Sounds, one of Cleveland’s rising creative hubs. Their story is anything but typical—no funding, no fancy connections, just $3,000, prayer, and pure grit. Charles shares how bombing a rap show pushed him to reinvent himself—and how he turned that moment into fuel for something bigger...
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7 months ago
55 minutes

The Creative Odyssey Podcast
The Case for Curiosity: Embracing Creativity Over Perfection
Send us a text In this episode of The Creative Odyssey Podcast, we explore the power of curiosity over perfection in the creative process. Whether you're a musician, writer, filmmaker, or any type of creator, perfectionism can be the biggest roadblock to progress. We discuss how embracing curiosity, prototyping your way forward, and reframing your mindset can help you break free from creative paralysis. We also reflect on our journey from 2024, the success of Odyssey Sounds, and how this podc...
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9 months ago
1 hour 2 minutes

The Creative Odyssey Podcast
The Creative Rhythm - Trusting New Patterns as Your Best Path Forward
Send us a text In this episode of The Creative Odyssey Podcast, Sheran and Ben dive into the transformative power of embracing curiosity over perfection. They reflect on lessons from the Odyssey Sounds creative meetup, the Cleveland 48-Hour Film Festival, and their recent jam session, exploring how collaborative creativity can inspire growth. The hosts discuss why breaking out of old patterns and trusting new ones is essential for evolving as a creative. Through personal stories and example...
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9 months ago
51 minutes

The Creative Odyssey Podcast
Caleb Cameron, Emanuel Zerbo, Jeff Obrez: Music, Passion, and the Joy of Artistic Expression
Send us a text In this episode, we explore the world of artistic expression with three talented guests: Caleb Cameron, and The Zerbo Brothers; Emanuel & Joseph. We explore how music serves as a powerful outlet for creativity, providing both joy and a means of self-discovery. Caleb Cameron starts with how an artist is driven by the need to create something new, expressive, and personal, often breaking boundaries and challenging norms. In contrast, an artisan focuses on mastering their craf...
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1 year ago
1 hour 7 minutes

The Creative Odyssey Podcast
Joey Liberatore - Positive engagement with other creatives
Send us a text Creative Odyssey Podcast Ep7 : Unleashing Creativity with Joey Liberatore In this exciting episode of "The Creative Odyssey," Sheran and Ben welcome their first guest, Joey Liberatore, a musician with a deep passion for creativity. Joey shares his journey from learning to play the guitar to becoming a versatile creative, exploring how music has been a means of self-expression, escape, and healing for him. Key Highlights: Introduction to Joey Liberatore: Joey discusses his backg...
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1 year ago
1 hour 15 minutes

The Creative Odyssey Podcast
Why Change is so Hard!
Send us a text In this episode we discussed the Prototype idea from our previous conversation and tested various creative block scenarios against it, finding that most passed. Feeling confident, we applied it to tackle our perfectionism, but the process felt unnatural and hindered our creativity. This tension made us doubt our ability to create, highlighting the struggle of breaking away from familiar, comfortable patterns. We reflect on how changing our approach can feel uncomfortable and un...
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1 year ago
48 minutes

The Creative Odyssey Podcast
Becoming Creative-block-proof!
Send us a text Last episode we delved into refining our creative process with a focus on authenticity. We acknowledged that the initial rush of creation, that burst of inspiration every creative feels, shouldn’t be expected to sustain throughout the entire process. In this episode we discuss the importance of envisioning the end result and planning for how it should feel upon completion. This shift in perspective allows us to move beyond seeking that initial inspirational rush and inst...
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1 year ago
52 minutes

The Creative Odyssey Podcast
Experiencing Creative Blocks
Send us a text In this podcast episode, we discuss the concept of creative block, noting that while it is a familiar term, its experience can vary greatly among individuals. We reflect on personal experiences of creative blocks, describing how initial excitement about a project can fade when the final product doesn't match the envisioned outcome. This often leads to abandoning or postponing the project. The conversation delves into how the initial burst of creativity often drives the pr...
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1 year ago
44 minutes

The Creative Odyssey Podcast
Embracing Your Creative Identity
Send us a text In this podcast episode, Ben & Sheran discuss their creative journeys, reflecting on their early experiences and how they recognized themselves as creatives. They share personal stories from their childhood, such as Ben's early fascination with a piano and synthesizer, and Sheran's discovery of playing music without sheet music. They explore the pivotal moments that ignited their creative passions and how cultural and societal expectations initially hindered their recogniti...
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1 year ago
40 minutes

The Creative Odyssey Podcast
Are you a creative?
Send us a text In episode 2, Ben & Sheran discuss their creative journeys, reflecting on their early experiences and how they recognized themselves as creatives. They share personal stories from their childhood. They explore the pivotal moments that ignited their creative passions and how cultural and societal expectations initially hindered their recognition of their creative identities. The next topic discussed how people can realize their creative potential, emphasizing that creativit...
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1 year ago
47 minutes

The Creative Odyssey Podcast
The Importance of Reaching Out
Send us a text In this first episode, Ben and Sheran recount their friendship's origin. They highlight the importance of meeting and collaborating with like-minded creative individuals. Despite initial insecurities and doubts about their creative capabilities, they emphasize the power of simply asking to collaborate and the positive outcomes that result from it. They discuss the value of creative groups and communities that support and inspire each other, stressing that even brief interaction...
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1 year ago
27 minutes

The Creative Odyssey Podcast
The Creative Odyssey Podcast Trailer
Send us a text Welcome to The Creative Odyssey Podcast, where we dive deep into the creative process with unique perspectives, one being all the way from a tiny island in the middle of the Indian Ocean, and one, born and raised in the beautiful Buckeye State. But seriously, though, we're all about being raw and vulnerable about this gift of creativity we have. Hi, my name is Sheran, and I'm a creative who is passionate about creating with others. I'm into working, creating music, while ...
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1 year ago
1 minute

The Creative Odyssey Podcast
Send us a text What does it mean to live creatively not just make art? And what happens when you lose touch with that part of yourself? In this deeply honest episode, Sheran Ranasinghe sits down with Joel Negus -composer, producer, double bassist, and co-founder of Cleveland Scoring to explore the tension between creativity, faith, and identity. Raised in a home where music was as natural as breathing, Joel’s creativity once flowed freely. But as he grew older, the joy turned to pressure. Exp...