144. The Creative Boom Podcast Christmas Special 2024
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by Katy Cowan
2M ago
'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 editor and podcast host Katy Cowan invites some favourite past guests to share their holiday plans, personal traditions, and playful answers to questions like, "What would you ban at Christmas if you could?" and "Who would make the ultimate festive lunc ..read more
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143. Shaping design and culture at The New York Times, with Jessi Brattengeier
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by Katy Cowan
2M ago
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 like to shape and innovate within the established identity of The New York Times. From the annual State of the Times event to internal branding initiatives, she offers a fascinating glimpse into how design supports journalism and fosters community ..read more
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142. The Spark: Joseph Parsons, networking tips, and a fresh look at history
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by Katy Cowan
2M ago
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. By day, Joseph is a freelance graphic designer, and by night, he takes to the stage as a stand-up comedian. His dual career path sparked a fascinating discussion about balancing two passions: navigating the challenges of freelancing and the ..read more
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141. Re-designing Life: From graphic designer to stand-up comedian, with Joseph Parsons
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by Katy Cowan
2M ago
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 his creative path, shedding light on the challenges of juggling freelance graphic design with the demands of stand-up. They discuss the resilience needed to thrive in live performance, the analytical process behind crafting comedy, an ..read more
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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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by Katy Cowan
2M ago
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 of hosting Christopher Doyle, who brightened up the winter gloom with his Aussie warmth and charm. He opened up about something we don't talk about enough in the creative industry: The Great Unknown. What is it, exactly? If you haven't tuned in ..read more
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139. Unpacking 'The Great Unknown' in a competitive design industry, with Christopher Doyle
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by Katy Cowan
2M ago
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 perspective to the creative industry. In this episode, Christopher shares his reflections on what he calls "The Great Unknown", an honest exploration of the pressures and challenges facing modern designers today. He speaks openly about the ov ..read more
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120. Embracing Fun: The fuel for creative sparks, with Richard Speight, Jr.
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by Katy Cowan
2M ago
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. American actor, director, and musician Richard Speight, Jr. joins us today. Born in Nashville, Tennessee, and now living in LA, Richard's infectious charm and genuine curiosity have endeared him to fans and colleagues alike. From his roles in Su ..read more
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118. Lines & Legacy: Exploring the creative process amidst industry shifts, with Christoph Niemann
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by Katy Cowan
2M ago
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 illustrator and visual storyteller Christoph Niemann. Christoph's work has graced the covers of The New Yorker, National Geographic, and The New York Times Magazine and captured the hearts of art lovers around the world. His unique ability to blend humo ..read more
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108. The art and science behind successful rebranding, with Lee Rolston
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by Katy Cowan
2M ago
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 through this maze, we're joined by Lee Rolston, chief growth officer at Jones Knowles Ritchie. Lee is a maestro in brand building, having steered JKR to craft iconic revamps for Burger King, Dunkin', and Budweiser. His agency's work doesn't just ca ..read more
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104. The importance of embracing change, with Metz ti Bryan
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by Katy Cowan
2M ago
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 global pandemic, and now many of us are feeling pretty damn exhausted, fed up with everything shifting under our feet. To offer a positive slant, though, this week's guest is Metz ti Bryan, co-founder and production partner at The Or, a creativ ..read more
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