5 Things We Learned from Haley Salzwedel on Curious Blend

In our latest episode of Curious Blend, we sat down with Createscape member Haley Salzwedel, a multidisciplinary creative with a mind that never stops turning. From tech deep-dives to musings on boredom, here are five gems we took away from our conversation with Haley:

1. Semiconductors Are Cooler Than You Think

Haley broke down how semiconductors are made—and somehow made it super interesting. If you’ve ever wondered how the tech that powers our entire digital world is created, her explanation is a surprisingly engaging place to start.

2. Boredom is a Creative Superpower

Rather than run from boredom, Haley leans into it. She shares how embracing those “empty” moments often leads to her best ideas—and why constantly filling the void might be doing us a disservice.

3. Curiosity > Expertise

You don’t have to be an expert to go deep. Haley’s natural curiosity fuels her learning across fields, whether it’s science, art, or something in between. Her advice? Follow your obsessions and let them teach you something new.

4. There’s Power in Play

Whether it’s tinkering with new tools or diving into a new topic just for fun, Haley reminded us that play isn’t just for kids—it’s essential for staying inspired.

5. Community Matters

As a Createscape regular, Haley talked about how being surrounded by other creative, curious people fuels her own work. (And we’re so glad to have her!)

🎧 Curious Blend is our way of showcasing the fascinating members of our East Austin coworking community. Catch the full episode on YouTube, Spotify, or Apple Podcasts—and stay tuned for more conversations that spark your curiosity.