Creativity takes many forms- a handwoven textile, a piece of original art, a digital design, a craft steeped in heritage- and each carries within it a story. Carlow County Council's Economic Development Section, working hand in hand with the Library service, is bringing those stories to life in a new way with the launch of Creativity Chats, a six part podcast series presented by Alan Swan and funded by Creative Ireland. At it's heart, the series is about transformation; how crafts, art and design can move from passion projects to sustainable income streams, and how creative voices, both local and international, can inspire each other.

The Creativity Chats podcast series takes listeners on a journey through Irish creativity, exploring how crafts, art and design can become sustainable enterprises. Across six episodes, distinguished contributors share inspiring stories, practical advice, and expert insights to guide creatives on their professional journeys. 

The series includes "Cultural Capital: Tapping into Local Identity for Global Appeal",  "The future of Work: Creativity in the Digital Economy" , "Crafting Success: Monetising your Creative Skill", "Sustainable Creativity: Balancing Passion and Planet" "Creative Networking: Building Bridges in the Sector" and Finally "The Business of Creativity: Essential Tools for Growth".

The series was developed by SwanMcG, with Alan Swan serving as the presenter throughout the podcast. 

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