Why is Creativity Dying?

In this episode of the Learn. Create. Thrive. Podcast, Karl Taylor (photographer/filmmaker), Emma Harris (marketing executive), Benjamin Thoume (video production head), and Tim Gaudion (artist and illustrator) tackle a thought-provoking topic: the excuses people use to avoid being creative.

The team dives into common creative roadblocks like "I don’t have the right gear" and explores why these excuses hold us back more than the tools themselves. They discuss how great art and photography have been created with minimal resources, proving that creativity thrives on mindset and skill, not equipment.

From photography to painting and even knitting (yes, knitting!), this episode uncovers the joy of the creative process and why investing in your craft doesn’t have to mean breaking the bank. The conversation also touches on the democratization of tools in filmmaking and how modern gear allows creators to compete at the highest levels without Hollywood budgets.

Whether you're a seasoned artist, a hobbyist, or someone waiting for "the right tools," this episode will inspire you to start creating with what you have—and remind you that the journey is as important as the destination.