Join host Katy Cowan on The Creative Boom Podcast, where candid conversations with fellow creatives explore the real stories behind our careers—the highs, the lows, and everything in between. Whether you're a graphic designer, illustrator, animator, marketer or creative entrepreneur, this show brings warmth, humour, and insight into the challenges and triumphs of the creative journey. We tackle everything from confidence to burnout, offering advice and inspiration for building a fulfilling, ...
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Stu and Ollie from Creative Bloom, a Digital Marketing Company in Brighton, will be talking through their tips, tricks and the biggest mistakes they've seen small businesses make in building new websites and trying to get found by search engines. We'll be giving you advice, sprinkling in a little random conversation here, maybe a few of Stu's famously ridiculous analogies and getting you ahead of the curve with your Digital Marketing for 2022. Experts in getting businesses found online this ...
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144. The Creative Boom Podcast Christmas Special 2024
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'Twas the night before deadline, and all through the house, not a keyboard was silent, not even the mouse... Welcome to a very festive edition of The Creative Boom Podcast. As another year draws to a close, it's time to wrap up projects, reflect on your achievements, and embrace the magic of the holiday season. In this special episode, founding edi…
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143. Shaping design and culture at The New York Times, with Jessi Brattengeier
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In this final episode of the season for The Creative Boom Podcast, host Katy Cowan is joined by the inspiring Jessi Brattengeier, Creative Director at The New York Times. This engaging conversation takes a closer look at the world of design, storytelling, and the culture behind one of the world's most iconic publications. Jessi shares what it's lik…
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142. The Spark: Joseph Parsons, networking tips, and a fresh look at history
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Welcome to The Spark—your weekly creative pick-me-up from The Creative Boom Podcast. Every Thursday, we bring you a shorter, snappier episode filled with inspiration, creative news, and practical tips to carry you through the week. Whether you need motivation or insights, we've got you covered! This week, we welcomed Joseph Parsons to the podcast. …
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141. Re-designing Life: From graphic designer to stand-up comedian, with Joseph Parsons
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This week on The Creative Boom Podcast, our host Katy Cowan welcomes Joseph Parsons, a graphic designer by day and stand-up comedian by night. In this lively and candid conversation, they explore Joseph's unconventional journey from the structured design world to the unpredictable comedy stage. Joseph opens up about how his dual careers have shaped…
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140. The Spark: Christopher Doyle, how life works, and a word of the year that sums up 2024
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Welcome to The Spark—your weekly creative pick-me-up from The Creative Boom Podcast. Every Thursday, we bring you a shorter, snappier episode filled with inspiration, creative news, and practical tips to carry you through the week. Whether you need motivation or insights, we've got you covered! This week on the podcast, we had the absolute pleasure…
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139. Unpacking 'The Great Unknown' in a competitive design industry, with Christopher Doyle
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This week, The Creative Boom Podcast brings a ray of sunshine with Christopher Doyle, the award-winning founder and creative director of Christopher Doyle & Co., based in Sydney, Australia. Over nearly two decades, Christopher has built an impressive career filled with accolades, global talks, and a reputation for bringing a candid and refreshing p…
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138. The Spark: Barrington Reeves, going freelance and spooky children's illustrators
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Welcome to The Spark—your weekly creative pick-me-up from The Creative Boom Podcast. Every Thursday, we bring you a shorter, snappier episode filled with inspiration, creative news, and practical tips to carry you through the week. Whether you need motivation or insights, we've got you covered! This week, we were joined by Barrington Reeves, founde…
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137. Breaking the mould and the democratisation of design, with Barrington Reeves
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In this week's episode, we explore what it takes to shake up the traditional agency model with Barrington Reeves, founder and creative director of Too Gallus, a Glasgow-based studio that's rewriting the rules of the creative industry. Barrington has carved out a niche by building a lean, culture-driven studio that thrives in an increasingly fast-pa…
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136. The Spark: Khyati Trehan, forever video games and finding happiness in creative work
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Welcome to The Spark—your weekly creative pick-me-up from The Creative Boom Podcast. Every Thursday, we bring you a shorter, snappier episode filled with inspiration, creative news, and practical tips to carry you through the week. Whether you need motivation or insights, we've got you covered! This week, host Katy Cowan sat down with Khyati Trehan…
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135. Creativity without limits: Finding balance and inspiration, with Khyati Trehan
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In this episode, host Katy Cowan welcomes Khyati Trehan, a designer and 3D visual artist at Google Creative Lab in New York, to share a glimpse into one of the most innovative spaces in the design world. Known for her unique balance of intense creative work and personal projects, Khyati shares the intricacies of her role at Google, a place synonymo…
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134. The Spark: David Sedgwick, zen motorcycling, and building your reputation
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Welcome to The Spark—your weekly creative pick-me-up from The Creative Boom Podcast. Every Thursday, we bring you a shorter, snappier episode filled with inspiration, creative news, and practical tips to carry you through the week. Whether you need motivation or insights, we've got you covered! In this episode, host Katy Cowan reflects on her recen…
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133. Prioritising people and purpose in design, with David Sedgwick
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This week, we sit down with David Sedgwick, the founder of Studio DBD and one of Manchester's most respected design leaders, to explore his journey of building a business focused on quality, authenticity, and human connection. With over 20 years in the design industry, Dave has carved out a distinctive path, staying true to his ethos of prioritisin…
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132. The Spark: Holly Howard, expressive typography, and the kindness ripple effect
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Welcome to The Spark—your weekly creative pick-me-up from The Creative Boom Podcast. Each Thursday, we bring you a shorter, snappier episode packed with inspiration, creative news, and practical tips to fuel your creative journey as the week winds down. Whether you need a quick shot of motivation or insights to carry you through, we've got you cove…
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131. Beyond The Feed: Free yourself from social media and rethink marketing, with Holly Howard
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This week, we sit down with creative consultant Holly Howard, who discusses her recent course, Beyond the Feed, and the evolving landscape of marketing for creatives. It will be a welcome conversation for anyone sick of chasing 'likes' and not getting the same engagement we once enjoyed. But here's the thing: Holly emphasises the importance of unde…
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130. The Spark: Kwame Taylor-Hayford, expensive banana art, and quiet confidence
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Welcome to The Spark—your weekly creative pick-me-up from The Creative Boom Podcast. Each Thursday, we bring you a shorter, snappier episode packed with inspiration, creative news, and practical tips to fuel your creative journey as the week winds down. Whether you need a quick shot of motivation or insights to carry you through, we've got you cove…
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129. Shaping the future of creativity and inclusion, with new D&AD president Kwame Taylor-Hayford
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This week, we sit down with Kwame Taylor-Hayford, the new president of D&AD and co-founder of Kin in New York, to explore his mission of empowering the next generation of creative talent. Kwame brings his extensive experience from both the agency and brand sides, having worked with industry heavyweights like Sid Lee, Saatchi & Saatchi, Anomaly, and…
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128. The Spark: Lisa Smith, cosy video games and insider typography tips
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Welcome to The Spark—your weekly creative pick-me-up from The Creative Boom Podcast. Each Thursday, we bring you a shorter, snappier episode packed with inspiration, creative news, and practical tips to fuel your creative journey as the week winds down. This week, we reflect on our conversation with Lisa Smith, global executive creative director at…
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127. Creativity, leadership, and hard truths about the design industry, with Lisa Smith
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This week's guest on The Creative Boom Podcast is Lisa Smith, global executive creative director at JKR, whose leadership has shaped some of the most recognisable brands in the world. In this candid conversation, Lisa shares her journey through the creative industry, discussing her experience leading major rebranding efforts for global giants like …
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126. The Spark: Luigi Carnovale, the art of reinvention, and staying true to yourself
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Welcome to The Spark—your weekly creative pick-me-up from The Creative Boom Podcast. Each Thursday, we bring you a shorter, snappier episode packed with inspiration, creative news, and practical tips to fuel your creative journey as the week winds down. Whether you need a quick shot of motivation or insights to carry you through, we've got you cove…
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125. Staying Ahead: Creativity, reinvention, and timeless design, with Luigi Carnovale
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In this engaging episode, Luigi Carnovale, creative director at Design LSC, joins us to discuss how to stay ahead in the design industry, adapt as we grow older, and maintain the passion and energy that drive creativity. With three decades of experience and a portfolio that spans brand identity, art direction, and print production, Luigi shares his…
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124. The Spark: Seema Sharma, creativity & AI, and work life balance
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Welcome to The Spark, your creative pick-me-up from The Creative Boom Podcast. Every Thursday, we bring you a shorter, snappier episode to give you that midweek boost of inspiration. From creative news to practical tips and book recommendations, The Spark has everything you need to keep your creative energy flowing. Whether you’re looking for a qui…
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123. The Future of Creativity: AI, emotional intelligence, and authenticity, with Seema Sharma
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In this thought-provoking episode, Seema Sharma joins us to explore how artificial intelligence is reshaping the creative industry. With AI advancing at an incredible pace, it's clear that the tools we use and the roles we play as creatives are evolving. We discuss how AI is helping streamline workflows, generate new ideas, and even open doors to p…
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122. The Spark: Brian Cannon, mental health tips, and Gilmore Girls
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Welcome to The Spark, your creative pick-me-up from The Creative Boom Podcast. Every Thursday, we bring you a shorter, snappier episode to give you that midweek boost of inspiration. We’ll share creative news, practical tips, book recommendations, and even some emails from our listeners. Whether you’re looking for a quick shot of creativity or need…
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121. Designing Oasis: The art, legacy and long-awaited reunion, with Brian Cannon
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We're thrilled to kick off another season of The Creative Boom Podcast with an exclusive episode featuring someone who is undoubtedly a hero to many graphic designers and creatives. We had the absolute pleasure of sitting down with Brian Cannon of Microdot fame, the legendary graphic designer behind some of the most iconic album covers of the '90s,…
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The Creative Boom Podcast Trailer (Season Eight)
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Are you just as interested in the people behind the work as the work itself? The Creative Boom Podcast takes a unique approach—it's not just about the finished project; it's about what makes creatives tick. Join host Katy Cowan for warm, candid conversations with fascinating guests, from well-known names like Paula Scher, Gail Anderson and Stefan S…
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120. Embracing Fun: The fuel for creative sparks, with Richard Speight, Jr.
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When was the last time you truly listened to someone? Not just wait for your turn to speak, but genuinely hear their story, even if you disagree? This week, on our season finale, we explore the power of listening and embracing diverse perspectives with a guest who's made a career out of connecting with others and having a blast along the way. Ameri…
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119. The art of giving a f**k, with Kelly Korzun
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Art and design might feel like everything to you, but has it ever been a matter of life and death? This week, we're joined by Kelly Korzun, an individual for whom creativity has truly been a lifeline. Kelly is not only an acclaimed artist and the visionary behind METAL & DVST, a vibrant art space that champions the voices of artists worldwide; she'…
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118. Lines & Legacy: Exploring the creative process amidst industry shifts, with Christoph Niemann
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How do the world's most successful creatives stay focused, continuously come up with new ideas, and keep getting booked for new jobs? What does it take to stay relevant in today's competitive industry? Particularly with the threat of AI hanging over all of us? That's what we're here to find out. This week's guest is the incredibly talented illustra…
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117. Branding brilliance and crafting iconic identities at Koto, with G Torto
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What gives a brand its spark? That little bit of magic that no one else has? Is it even possible for a brand to be unique anymore? As the world becomes ever more connected, the art of branding has never been more critical or more challenging. This week, we are talking about brand strategy with G Torto, senior director at Koto in Sydney, Australia. …
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116. The beauty of design in turning frustrations into delight, with Clara Gaggero Westaway
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How does technology affect our daily lives and interactions, and what role does design play in making it more humane and delightful? Today, we're in conversation with Clara Gaggero Westaway, co-founder and creative director of Special Projects. Recently celebrating its tenth anniversary, the London-based design and innovation studio is known for it…
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115. Middle age and 'slowing this whole mess down', with Aaron Draplin
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We never really know how we’ll feel when we turn 30 or even 40. For some, it’s no big deal; for others, it can be a shock to the system. Where does the time go? And how do we keep going with work, responsibilities? How do we even stay relevant in the creative industry when so much new and young talent floods into the market every year? And what abo…
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114. The power of creativity in driving Stoke-on-Trent's regeneration, with Simon Davies
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We don't know where you grew up or where you call home, but we're from Stoke-on-Trent. Oatcakes, Port Vale, the friendliest and funniest people on Earth. Northern Soul and the rave scene. Shelleys, Kinetic, and Golden. And, of course, Wedgwood and Brindley. Have you never heard of it? As a kid, we'd tell people we were from Manchester because every…
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113. Building a sustainable design studio and creative career, with Teresa Ferreira
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We all want to lead more sustainable lives, but what about work? Are we doing enough to connect with clients that are making a difference? Do we even have any power as creatives to steer brands in the right direction if they're not quite there yet? Of course, no one is perfect, but it's great that so many companies are taking strides towards becomi…
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112. Retraining social media habits to stop being an 'internet artist', with Julian Glander
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Social media has come a long way over the last two decades. Platforms like Facebook and Twitter weren't just great places to connect with others; they became how we built our creative businesses, found clients, and promoted our work. But all good things must come to an end. Profits and shareholders inevitably entered the fray, twisting algorithms a…
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111. Feel the fear and do it anyway, with Joanna Henly
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Fear can hold us back and make us feel stuck. But if we don't face the things that scare us, how will we ever progress? That's certainly the case for us creatives. Whether we're afraid of going freelance, starting a side project, applying for that job, or making a complete lifestyle shift, embracing what terrifies us could actually lead us to happi…
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110. The art of adaptation and staying ahead in changing times, with Sean J. Cuttino
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Ever wonder how to make it big in animation when the industry is always on the move? How do you keep your focus and drive when everything around you is shifting so fast? This week, we explore these important questions with Sean J. Cuttino, an influential figure in animation, illustration, and storytelling. His journey shines a light on what it real…
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109. Posture, healthy backs and the creative industry, with Eleanor Burt
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We're kicking off a new season of The Creative Boom Podcast with something a little bit different. Today, we're talking about posture and how we can stay pain-free as creatives. Because let's face it, we all spend so much time sitting, working, and leaning over laptops and gadgets – perhaps getting into bad habits; it's inevitable we'll run into tr…
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108. The art and science behind successful rebranding, with Lee Rolston
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Have you ever seen a brand change its image and thought, 'Wow, that's bold!' or 'What were they thinking?' Today, we're unravelling the mysteries of successful brand transformation sparked by WHSmith's recent controversial trial to shift to 'WHS.' It was only a trial change but one that stirred debate. So, what can we learn from it? To guide us thr…
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107. The magic of filmmaking and surviving Hollywood, with Miles Watts
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If you think graphic design or illustration are challenging industries, try filmmaking. Although technology has made the craft more accessible and affordable, opening up many opportunities for anyone passionate about storytelling, the increased competition and ongoing cultural shifts mean that writing scripts and shooting scenes is more difficult t…
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106. The Creative Boom Podcast Christmas Special 2023
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Before we bid another year farewell, we thought a nice festive special might be in order where we bring back some former guests from the show and see how they're all doing. We're talking motion designer Dan Silverstone, illustrative designer Lisa Maltby, cultural champion Boma Krijsman, graphic designer Kieron Lewis, illustrator Katie Chappell, des…
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105. Why it's ok to have no idea what you're doing, with Graeme McGowan
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Have you ever looked at your career and thought, 'What's next?' You're not alone. It's a common myth that by our forties, we'll have it all figured out. Instead, we might find ourselves grappling with more questions than ever before, and the prospect of change feels as daunting as it is necessary. It's something this week's guest, Graeme McGowan, k…
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104. The importance of embracing change, with Metz ti Bryan
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Change is inevitable. We all understand nothing stays the same for long. But right now, change can feel like it's happening at a terrifying rate as the world continues to surprise and shock on what feels like an hourly basis. The only thing we can be sure of is that we can't be sure of anything. Change feels like it's been a running theme since the…
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103. Finding purpose and meaning in our creative work, with Kirsty Minns
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When you leave school or university, you'll likely find yourself working at any place that will have you. And later, if you're lucky and have worked hard enough, you might enjoy the luxury of steering your own ship and finding purpose and meaning in your creative field. That was certainly the case for this week's guest, Kirsty Minns, partner and ex…
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102. The creative industry and the menopause, with Melissa Robertson
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Did you know that 900,000 women left jobs because of menopausal symptoms in 2019? That's according to research by Bloomberg that is probably only scratching the surface. And it's something this week's guest wants to make more people aware of. Melissa Robertson is the CEO of Dark Horses in London. And she has launched an open-source menopause policy…
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101. How to build a better creative business, with Radim Malinic
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As creative freelancers, we love what we do and enjoy being our own boss, but it's not all sunshine and rainbows. Burnout is sadly familiar to many of us, including this week's guest, Radim Malinic, who wants to offer other creatives some valuable help. Taking all that he's learned from running his studio, Brand Nu, the creative director, graphic d…
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100. The art of social media promotion, with Brian Hollingsworth
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If you've been trying to keep up with social media lately, you're not alone. Twitter becomes X, and no one likes or sees our updates anymore. Instagram's engagement plummets. And then comes Threads – is that even worth the effort these days, as the excitement seems to have died down? Not to mention BlueSky, Discord, Mastodon, and what else? It's al…
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99. Why Now is Better, with Stefan Sagmeister
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With everything that's been happening lately, you'd think things are getting worse, not better. But here's the thing. Despite these challenging times, life has improved for the vast majority of people – from lower levels of crime to higher life expectancy around the world. It's encouraging stats like these that form the basis of Stefan Sagmeister's…
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98. Shaping the future of graphic design, with Paula Scher
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What does the future of graphic design look like? And how can today's emerging designers stay relevant in a fast-paced world? These are just some of the questions we posed to Paula Scher, one of the world's most influential graphic designers, as we kick off season six of The Creative Boom Podcast. Described as the "master conjurer of the instantly …
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97. The Creative Boom Podcast: Christmas Special 2022
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It's been two years and nearly a hundred episodes since we launched The Creative Boom Podcast. With 2023 fast approaching, we thought a Christmas Special might be in order. One that celebrates how far we've come and pays tribute to the people who helped us get here but also allows us to look ahead and consider what's next. What better way to do so …
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96. Deliberately closing down a design studio to go freelance again, with Angela Roche
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It's our final guest of season five. Angela Roche is a graphic designer and creative director who runs Manchester studio, Love & Logic. We've been trying to get Angela on the show for quite some time. Disclaimer alert: we're great friends and once shared an office when she was running Design By Day – a brand and digital agency that had tremendous s…
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