The Authentic Creative: expanding our capacity to feel good
Welcome to The Authentic Creative: Expanding Our Capacity to Feel Good with Siri Baruc Thornton—ranked in the top 3% of podcasts globally! Join a thriving community of listeners from 65 countries as we explore the transformative power of creativity.
In each episode, Siri dives into the inspiring journeys of professional creatives—entrepreneurs, actors, writers, and healers—sharing their deepest truths, struggles, and breakthroughs. Together, we’ll discover the magic of authenticity in creativity and explore healing practices like meditation and breathwork to enhance your creative flow and emotional well-being.
Tune in for conversations that break down barriers to creativity, spotlight diverse voices, and reveal how community and personal growth fuel our creative spirits. From strategies to process emotions through art to daily rituals that foster a positive mindset, this podcast is your guide to a more vibrant, authentic life.
Reignite your creative spark today and discover resources for your journey at www.sageandblushwellness.com
Episodes
237 episodes
Microdosing and the Divine Feminine Frequency with Heidi Stevens
In this powerful and heart-opening episode, I dialogue with visionary mentor, homesteader, and Domestic CEO Heidi Stevens about what it truly means to allow the Divine Feminine to lead in our daily lives, our businesses, and our healing ...
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Season 28
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Episode 14
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58:46
After Party Magic: Gratitude, Joy & Polishing Each Other in Community
In this spontaneous and soulful after party following our Spring Equinox and International Day of Happiness panel, we dive into the rich reflections and lingering heart wisdom that surfaced once the formal conversation ended.We ex...
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Season 28
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Episode 13
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15:17
Healing Through Story with Anita Kopacz
In this heartfelt episode, I dialogue with award-winning author and spiritual psychologist Anita Kopacz about the power of storytelling, healing from trauma, and remembering that we are already whole. Anita shares moments from her journey: grow...
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Season 28
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Episode 12
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57:11
Spring Equinox + International Day of Happiness Panel
In this episode of The Authentic Creative, we celebrate the Spring Equinox and International Day of Happiness: two powerful invitations to step into balance, renewal, and joy! Just as nature awakens, so do we: our creativity, leadership, and pu...
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Season 28
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Episode 11
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1:28:06
Mastering Creative Leadership with Vincent Wanga
What does it take to evolve from a talented creative into a visionary leader? How do we cultivate leadership that is both strategic and deeply human?In this episode, I dialogue with the brilliant Vincent Wanga, an international design t...
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Season 28
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Episode 10
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1:05:35
Gratitude as a Superpower with Chernice Dieudonne
What if the key to joy, success, and peace was something simple yet profoundly powerful?In this episode of The Authentic Creative, I dialogue with the incredible Chernice Dieudonne, a faith-driven Atlanta-based Realtor, empowerment coac...
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Season 28
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Episode 8
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53:28
Reclaiming Our Power Through Water Home Birth with Kimberly Leemans
Today, we’re diving into a conversation that is deeply personal, transformative, and full of heart: the experience of natural water home birth.For many, birth has been shaped by trauma, interventions, or medical necessity. Others may lo...
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Season 28
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Episode 9
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1:25:41
Giving with Heart with Dana Shalit
In this episode of The Authentic Creative, I dialogue with Dana Shalit, a leader in philanthropy, conscious living, and global impact. From organizing her first charity event at 16 to leading international impact r...
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Season 28
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Episode 7
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48:10
Balancing High-Stakes Creativity and Well-Being with Tasha Huo
In this episode, I dialogue with powerhouse storyteller Tasha Huo, a visionary showrunner and screenwriter behind major projects for Netflix, Amazon, and Disney+. From leading Tomb Raider: The Legend of Lara Croft and Th...
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Season 28
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Episode 6
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51:44
The Light You Put in the World with Christy Dreiling
In this radiant episode, I dialogue with Christy Dreiling: spiritual coach, bestselling author, global business leader, and beacon of light. Christy’s journey from childhood hardship to extraordinary success, including leading teams to o...
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Season 28
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Episode 5
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1:12:55
Spiritual Entrepreneur Dream Life Hypnosis
For best results: Listen at least once a day for at least 30 days. See what magic unfolds!!! This episode features a guided hypnosis session designed for spiritual entrepreneurs and heart-led dreamers. Relax deeply, embrace abundance, and manif...
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Season 28
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Episode 4
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18:40
Women Who Walk the World with Sue Skelly
In this episode of The Authentic Creative: Expanding Our Capacity to Feel Good, I dialogue with Sue Skelly to explore her unforgettable journeys through Italy. Sue shares vivid stories of walking across the country, immersing herself i...
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Season 28
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Episode 3
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59:22
Manifesting a Breathtaking Life with Dana Hunter Fradella
In this episode of The Authentic Creative: Expanding Our Capacity to Feel Good, I dialogue with Dana Hunter Fradella, a transformational career and empowerment coach for women on the verge of a breakthrough. Dana is the founder of Girl...
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Season 28
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Episode 2
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1:07:59
Abandoned to Abundant with Linda Brand
In this heartfelt conversation, Linda Brand shares her journey from abandonment to abundance. As a women’s empowerment and spiritual mindset coach, Linda opens up about overcoming single motherhood, a debilitating illness, and how self-worth be...
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Season 28
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Episode 1
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1:03:24
Processing Emotions with Siri and Sherianna Boyle
In this special episode, originally aired on the Just Ask Spirit podcast, host Sherianna Boyle interviews Siri Baruc Thornton about her powerful journey through healing, spirituality, and emotional processing. From her ti...
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Season 27
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Episode 25
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26:18
The After Party: Unfiltered Wisdom & Joy from Our Valentine’s Day Panel
What happens when a group of brilliant, creative women keep the conversation going after the official panel ends? Welcome to the after-party, where Anna K Morris, Simbi Hall, Celeste Chiam, and Dr. Sarah Milken stayed on for an ...
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Season 27
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Episode 24
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15:49
Love as Leadership: A Valentine’s Day Panel on Creativity, Joy, and Authentic Power
Welcome back to The Authentic Creative: Expanding Our Capacity to Feel Good. Today, we’re celebrating love in its truest form, not just romance, but the love we create, the love we lead with, and the love that fuels our joy. In this sp...
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Season 27
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Episode 23
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1:20:32
Releasing the Abandonment Wound & Embracing Support
What if the thing you’ve been holding tightly, quietly, maybe even unconsciously, is ready to be released? What if your body, your breath, your soul, aren’t asking for more effort, but for more surrender?Lately, I’ve been learning this l...
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Season 27
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Episode 22
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14:35
Perceiving the Akashic with Helen Vonderheide
Helen Vonderheide is a global educator specializing in transformative perspectives like the Akashic Records, Decoloniality, and Somatic Experiencing. She was my Akashic teacher, but our connection goes back much further—we first met through Bud...
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Season 27
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Episode 21
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1:00:45
Minisode: Wild and Precious Breath inspired by Mary Oliver
In this minisode of The Authentic Creative, we explore the wisdom of poet Mary Oliver and her invitation to slow down, pay attention, and embrace life fully. Inspired by her famous question—"What is it you plan to do with your one w...
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Season 27
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Episode 20
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12:39
Living in The Light Place: Abundance and Soul-Led Leadership with Amy Wilkinson
In this episode of The Authentic Creative, I’m joined by Amy Wilkinson, founder of The Light Place. Amy is a soul embodiment mentor, intuitive guide, angel medium, and manifestation teacher who has spent over two decades empowering women to awa...
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Season 27
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Episode 19
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1:07:28
Minisode: Frida Kahlo: Breathing Through Resilience and Creativity
In this special minisode of The Authentic Creative: Expanding Our Capacity to Feel Good, we honor the life and legacy of the legendary Frida Kahlo. Her resilience, self-expression, and ability to turn pain into art serve as a profound ...
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Season 27
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Episode 18
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9:08
From Stage to Page: A Path to Authentic Creativity with Jennifer Manocherian
In this episode, we chat with the remarkable Jennifer Manocherian—author, screenwriter, theater producer, and family therapist—who proves it’s never too late to reinvent yourself. With over 30 stage productions under her belt, five children, an...
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Season 27
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Episode 17
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1:03:39
The Guardians of Truth Panel: Authenticity, Creativity + Vulnerability
The New Edit of this Episode is ready for you to gain value from.In a dynamic convergence of visionaries, the Guardians of Truth panel delivered a soul-stirring exploration of the pillars shaping our human experience: authen...
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Season 27
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Episode 16
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1:13:50
Hypnosis for Wealth, Freedom, and Soulful Travel
Welcome to a transformational experience designed to reset your mind and open your heart to the limitless abundance that is already yours. In this powerful hypnosis session, you'll be guided into a state of deep relaxation and expansion—where w...
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Season 27
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Episode 15
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14:45
