Mutter & Muße
A Podcast Giving Creative Professionals with Care Responsibilities a Voice
Host Anouk Rehorek speaks with inspiring guests from the creative industry about motherhood, gender equality, and new work models. The podcast is part of the Fair Work Initiative by the Creative Club Austria and is co-funded by the Association for Advertising and Market Communication. “We need more visibility for those who combine work and caregiving—and the creative ways they do it,” says Anouk Rehorek, designer, entrepreneur, and mother.
The conversations explore how creativity and parenthood can be reimagined, why motherhood often remains invisible in the creative industry, and how all genders play a crucial role in reshaping traditional roles. Guests include Astrid Feldner (Creative Director, mother of a daughter), Franziska Fürpass (fashion designer, mother of a son), and others who share insights on work-life balance and gender equality. Motherhood is often seen as a career obstacle, especially in creative fields, while caregiving remains invisible in public discourse. Mutter & Muße shows that balancing work and family is not just a private issue but a societal challenge requiring new work models and mindsets.
The podcast explores the (in)compatibility of caregiving and creative work while raising awareness about gender equality. A core goal is increasing the visibility of mothers in creative industries to develop real solutions. Mutter & Muße helps redefine the narrative of work, parenthood, and creativity.
Mutter & Muße is aimed at women, particularly mothers, in creative fields, where a significant number work part-time. It also speaks to fathers looking to take on more caregiving responsibilities, as father involvement has declined since 2017. The podcast is relevant for industry organizations like Design Austria, Creative Club Austria, WEI SRAUM Tirol, and CREATIVE REGION Upper Austria, as well as museums and festivals such as the MAK, Vienna Design Week, and Forward Festival. Leaders and decision-makers in creative businesses and cultural institutions will also find valuable insights.
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