{"podcast":{"title":"The divine decode Podcast","slug":"the-divine-decode-podcast-7358990","podcast_index_feed_id":7358990,"rss_url":"https://feeds.captivate.fm/the-divine-decode/","website_url":"https://the-divine-decode.captivate.fm","image_url":"https://artwork.captivate.fm/2b7fa239-2704-4634-a3fe-00a665409caa/mzvmoc5wbmc.jpg","author":"divinedecode","episode_count":131,"summary":"Divine Decode is a soulful podcast uncovering the hidden wisdom in everyday experiences. Through spiritual insights, personal stories, and intuitive conversations, we explore the deeper meaning behind life’s challenges and awaken the divine truth within. Tune in to decode your path to purpose, healing, and higher consciousness.","last_synced_at":"2026-07-19T10:17:49.210344+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-divine-decode-podcast-7358990"},"episode":{"title":"Creating Without Permission: Inside an Unconventional Creative Journey with Barry Deeks","slug":"creating-without-permission-inside-an-unconventional-creative-journey-with-barry-deeks","published_at":"2026-05-09T10:30:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-divine-decode-podcast-7358990/creating-without-permission-inside-an-unconventional-creative-journey-with-barry-deeks","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-divine-decode-podcast-7358990","url":"https://the-divine-decode.captivate.fm/episode/creating-without-permission-inside-an-unconventional-creative-journey-with-barry-deeks","audio_url":"https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/3ae5a578-6998-4f5c-86eb-c18a4ed3c90f.mp3","summary":"In this episode of the Divine Decode , host Shreya sits with Barry Deeks to explore what it truly means to create from the inside out. This conversation is for anyone who feels stuck between wanting to create and waiting to feel “ready.” Barry shares his journey across 14 colleges, self-publishing books, and producing an AI-driven film—offering a raw, honest look at creativity without gatekeepers. You’ll walk away with a deeper understanding of persistence, self-trust, and why meaningful work often starts before clarity arrives. About the Guest: Barry Deeks is a self-published author, AI filmmaker, podcaster, and comedian. He has attended 14 colleges and built his creative path independently, driven by curiosity and self-directed learning. A Note for Our Listeners: Before you press play, a gentle word. Our guest Barry Deeks is a survivor of a catastrophic road accident that temporarily affected his ability to speak. At times in this conversation, his words may not sound as clear as he would like them to, but every thought he shares is considered, intentional, and deeply felt. We ask you to listen with patience and with an open heart. Please do not judge Barry on how his voice sounds, only on the depth of what he is offering. His presence in this conversation is itself an act of courage, and the meaning lives in his words, not in their delivery. Thank you for showing up for this episode with the kindness it deserves. Episode Chapter: 00:00 – Introduction to an unconventional creative path 03:10 – Learning across 14 colleges: curiosity over credentials 07:25 – Creating without gatekeepers or permission 12:40 – Inside the AI film-making experience 18:15 – Balancing humor, depth, and expression 23:50 – Loneliness, persistence, and creative resilience 29:05 – Final message:…","meta_description":"In this episode of the Divine Decode , host Shreya sits with Barry Deeks to explore what it truly means to create from the inside out. This conversation i…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":1341,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/the-divine-decode-podcast-7358990/episodes/creating-without-permission-inside-an-unconventional-creative-journey-with-barry-deeks/transcription-requests","description":"Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode."},{"name":"read_markdown","method":"GET","url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-divine-decode-podcast-7358990/creating-without-permission-inside-an-unconventional-creative-journey-with-barry-deeks.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}