Episode Overview
Hosted by Karina Kampe (certified transformational coach, artist, creative entrepreneur, and songwriter) and Maria Wronski-Ellis (artist, songwriter, educator, and author of The Mindful Songwriter), this episode is a love letter to every creative spirit who’s ever felt stuck in a job that didn’t light them up.
We’re diving deep into what it really means to be a passion-driven entrepreneur, someone who follows that internal spark even when it leads off the beaten path. Our guest this week? The wildly multi-talented Tonia Thorne, whose career has taken her from animation and live performance to launching her own voiceover business in the UK.
💬 Memorable Quotes
"Being creative isn’t just about what you do — it’s how you think." — Maria
"When the spark is missing, I can't fake it. I’ll try... but eventually, I just can’t keep going." — Karina
"I think of passion like a compass. But some days? It’s a wild horse dragging me toward the unknown — and I kind of love that." — Tonia
"You don’t have to build something huge. Just something honest." — Maria
Topics Covered
• Tonia Thorne’s journey from animation to voiceover artist
• How to navigate a multi-passionate creative identity
• The emotional compass: making choices that feel right
• Business lessons from the creative trenches
• The science behind passion, curiosity, and motivation
• Why passion-led paths rarely look linear — and why that’s a good thing
• Tips for staying motivated when you’re your own boss
• Our favorite neuroscience nuggets: dopamine, curiosity, and neuroplasticity
Resources Mentioned
Tonia Thorne
Instagram: @Tonia_Thorne_Voice
Spotify: Tonia Thorne
youtube: @toniathornemusic
web: www.toniathorne.co.uk
Spotify: MARONIA MUSIC
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