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**Daring Forever (Find your Extraordinary)**

Daring Forever is a podcast about being human, wired for wonder, capable of courage, perpetually becoming. It’s about the waves that knock us under and the strange, stubborn grace with which we surface.

Hosted by Radim Malinic, an author, creative, and an eternally curious human who is on a mission to speak with incredible people, also called Forever Daring Humans, those in pursuit of an extraordinary life.

Every week, discover an interview that is packed with amazing stories and value.

How will you dare forever?

This podcast is inspired by my upcoming book titled Daring Forever, which is now available for pre-order (Out October 2026)

More info https://radimmalinic.co.uk/

Latest Episodes:

The art and science of custom-made typefaces for global brands - Eleni Beveratou Feb 17, 2025

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"I try to focus less on the new and more about what's unique for you as a brand - dig into their story, where they came from." - Eleni Beveratou

Dalton Maag creative director shares her journey from discovering graphic design through a Girl Scout poster to becoming a leading voice in typography. The conversation explores the evolution of brand typography, the importance of accessibility in type design, and the process of creating custom typefaces for global brands.

Eleni Beveratou discusses how her multicultural background influences her work and provides insights into the delicate balance between innovation and functionality in type design. She reveals how her initial dislike of typography during her studies transformed into a deep passion through understanding its impact on accessibility and user experience.

Her approach emphasizes looking beyond trends to create enduring typefaces that authentically represent brands while meeting their practical needs across different platforms and writing systems.

Key Takeaways:

Typography is not just about aesthetics - it's about functionality, accessibility, and brand identity
The best typeface designs often come from understanding a brand's history and unique story rather than chasing trends
Creating custom typefaces requires extensive research and collaboration with different teams within an organization
The type design community has evolved to become more approachable and less intimidating
Successful type design balances precision with creative expression
Initial resistance to new typefaces often indicates successful challenging of the status quo
International brands increasingly need custom typefaces to maintain consistency across different writing systems and platforms

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Five minute magic pt. 52 - Breathing exercise 'Making Space' Feb 13, 2025

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Welcome to five-minute magic from Mindful Creative Podcast. A short bonus episode, sharing tips and insights from the book's pages of the same title.
Every week I'll share one or two ideas that can give you an actionable takeaway for your creative process or work/business, or just the food for thought for the weekend ahead.
These bonus episodes share content from the audio book, and you can find the link to the full version in the show notes.

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Pursuit of creative philosophy in music and filmmaking - Robert Summerfield Feb 10, 2025

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"Philosophy taught me not to avoid depths and darknesses, but to embrace melancholy. It was important to see how different people in history dealt with life's big questions." - Robert Summerfield

A deeply introspective conversation with Robert Summerfield, exploring his journey from a philosopher's son to a jazz student, songwriter, and documentary filmmaker. The episode reveals how his early exposure to philosophical thinking shaped his approach to music and storytelling, leading to a creative evolution that prioritizes serving others' stories over self-expression.

Through his experiences in the music industry, writing for other artists, and eventually finding his calling in documentary filmmaking, Summerfield demonstrates how creative fulfillment can come from putting one's craft in service of amplifying other voices.

Key Takeaways

Early philosophical influences can shape creative expression in unexpected ways
The transition from self-expression to serving others' stories can lead to creative fulfillment
Creative evolution often involves embracing different formats and mediums
Technical knowledge (like jazz theory) can enhance creative freedom rather than constrain it
Writing for others can be a valuable phase in artistic development
The importance of maintaining both cerebral and intuitive approaches to creativity
Documentary filmmaking can be a powerful tool for amplifying underrepresented voices
Success can come from shifting focus from self-promotion to serving others
Creative growth often involves periods of feeling like a beginner again
Balance between structure (journalism) and creative freedom (music) can enhance both

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Five minute magic pt. 51 - Breathing exercise 'Body Scan' Feb 07, 2025

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The future of design education, creative confidence and sparking curiosity - Diana Varma Feb 03, 2025

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"If we don't define success for ourselves, others - society, capitalism, all the things - will define it for us."

Diana Varma, a design educator at Toronto Metropolitan University, shares her journey from print production to teaching, discussing her innovative approach to education through "ungrading" and fostering creative confidence.

She emphasizes the importance of curiosity-driven learning and redefining success beyond traditional metrics. Through her experiences in print production, health and safety training, and ultimately university teaching, she demonstrates how nonlinear career paths can lead to meaningful work. Her teaching philosophy combines technical expertise with a deep understanding of how to nurture creativity and resilience in students.

Key Takeaways:

Traditional grading systems can hinder creative learning and intrinsic motivation
Success should be measured by personal growth rather than comparison to others
Confidence in creativity comes from embracing the process over final outcomes
"Creative cousins" can serve as inspiration without becoming comparison targets
Teaching should focus on sparking curiosity rather than just transferring information
Vulnerability and periods of retreat (like lobsters) are essential parts of growth
The journey and learning process are more valuable than the final creative product

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Five minute magic pt. 50 - Breathing exercise 'How to tune into your breath' Jan 30, 2025

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The art of finding stillness in a world of noise - Luke Lucas Jan 27, 2025

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"Stress is the opposite end of the spectrum of creativity. It's a very narrow, restricted state and creativity is an open and expansive state."
Luke Lucas, a Sydney-based designer and meditation teacher since the mid-90s, discusses his journey from workaholic substance use to discovering meditation through his father. He explores how mindfulness transformed his creative practice, personal life, and approach to parenting. The conversation weaves between creative practice, the challenges of modern distractions, and finding authentic inspiration through stillness. His unique perspective as both a successful designer and meditation teacher offers valuable insights into sustainable creative practice in today's fast-paced industry.

Key Takeaways:

Meditation helps develop creative intuition and inspiration by clearing mental clutter
Digital distractions and constant connectivity make it harder to access our true creative potential
Regular meditation practice improves work efficiency and focus while reducing reactivity to stress
Breath work provides immediate tools for managing anxiety and creative challenges
Being present and finding stillness is crucial for both personal wellbeing and creative success
Balancing freelance design work with meditation teaching creates a more sustainable creative practice
Parenthood can be a catalyst for positive lifestyle changes and career decisions

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Five minute magic pt. 49 - Awareness and understanding of negative patterns in life Jan 23, 2025

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Building a creative community with patience, persistence and purpose - Katy Cowan (Creative Boom) Jan 20, 2025

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"I had this kind of crazy idea that if you have a passion, a creative passion, that's a hobby, you feel dirty if you turned it into something that made money." - Katy Cowan
A candid conversation with Katy Cowan, founder of Creative Boom, about her 15-year journey building one of the creative industry's most respected platforms. From her early days in journalism to running a PR agency, Katy shares how she transformed a passion project into a thriving digital magazine that champions creatives worldwide.
Her story illustrates the power of authentic long-term commitment, showing how a simple WordPress site grew into a global creative platform working with brands like Meta and Microsoft. What began as a desire to help creatives who weren't getting noticed has evolved into an influential voice in the creative industry while staying true to its original mission.

Key Takeaways:

Success often requires extraordinary patience - Creative Boom didn't make money for its first 5-6 years
Sometimes scaling down rather than up can lead to greater fulfillment and success
Building a trusted platform takes time - Creative Boom's growth from chaos to structure took over a decade
True leadership can emerge from simply following your passions and interests
It's okay to grow and evolve your business model over time rather than getting it right immediately
Creating a warm, welcoming space in the digital world requires intentional curation and clear values
Personal growth and business growth are often intertwined - being willing to change and adapt is crucial

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