EPISODE · Feb 4, 2026 · 23 MIN
The Creativity Diary: Thinking Differently and Gravedigger's Theory
from The Creative Condition podcast · host Ben Tallon
The Gravedigger's Theory is a term in journalism that refers to the story of Jimmy Breslin, a journalist who, when offered the chance to cover JFK's funeral along with the world's media, chose to interview Clifton Pollard, the man tasked with digging the grave. Creativity depends on thinking differently, and I reflect on this, and a career made of parts for which I wasn't trained. Supported by The Creative Condition's founding sponsor, Illustration X. Consider supporting the Ukrainian Institute's creative community at https://ui.org.ua For coaching, more podcasts, and other opportunities, head to https://thecreativecondition.com For my art: https://bentallon.com
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The Gravedigger's Theory is a term in journalism that refers to the story of Jimmy Breslin, a journalist who, when offered the chance to cover JFK's funeral along with the world's media, chose to interview Clifton Pollard, the man tasked with digging the grave. Creativity depends on thinking differently, and I reflect on this, and a career made of parts for which I wasn't trained. Supported by The Creative Condition's founding sponsor, Illustration X. Consider supporting the Ukrainian Institute's creative community at https://ui.org.ua For coaching, more podcasts, and other opportunities, head to https://thecreativecondition.com For my art: https://bentallon.com
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