Creative Haven
157 episodes - English - Latest episode: 6 months ago - ★★★★★ - 48 ratingsCreative Haven is your weekly source of information with inspiration. Interviewing today’s top creative professionals to promote the value of creativity, discover how to be successful in creative careers, and learn how to build brands through creative marketing, branding, and content.
Hosted by Mitchel Dumlao: a Creator, Filmmaker, and Entrepreneur who has over 20 years of experience creating video content and has worked with brands such as HBO, Spotify, Sony, and Colgate.
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From Trading Weapons to Inventing Music Products: A Conversation with David Packouz – Entrepreneur, Inventor, and Musician
October 23, 2023 20:00 - 42 minutes - 96.3 MBDavid Packouz is the CEO and Founder of Singular Sound, and the mind behind the revolutionary BeatBuddy Drum Machine Guitar Pedal. In our exclusive interview, we explore David's transformative experiences—from his time as a partner at AEY Inc., a major weapons contractor for the U.S. Department of Defense, to his portrayal by Miles Teller in the Hollywood film War Dogs. David opens up about the process of inventing products, and sharing valuable insights gained while creating one of the most...
High School Artistry to OnlyFans Entrepreneurship, Mastering Content Creation Across Platforms, and Navigating the Balance Between Fan Engagement and Personal Joy
October 02, 2023 20:00 - 42 minutes - 97.1 MBIsabelle Miller is a model, content creator, and influencer based in Los Angeles. In this episode, Isabelle shares her journey from being drawn to art in high school and going to college for information management and technology, to discovering her passion in modeling and content creation. We explore her evolution as a model to content creator and creating content across multiple social media platforms, her transition from graduating college to modeling, and we dive into the world of OnlyF...
Workshop Inspiration to Graphic Facilitation Mastery, The Art of Sketchnoting for Learning, and Balancing Creativity as a Career
September 25, 2023 20:00 - 45 minutes - 104 MBAshton Rodenhiser is the founder of Mind's Eye Creative, a company specializing in graphic recording, graphic facilitation practices, and live illustration. In this episode, Ashton shares her journey, sparked by a workshop ten years ago, that led her to a career in art and design. We also talk about her process of bringing ideas to life through graphic recording and graphic facilitation practices, the concept and techniques of sketchnoting and how it helps people learn and retain informat...
From Dance to Design: Orchestrating Creative Teams with Annie Barch, Senior Director of Creative at DoubleVerify
August 17, 2023 03:57 - 45 minutes - 105 MBIn this episode, I interview Annie Barch the Senior Director of Creative at DoubleVerify. We explore her fascinating journey from dreaming of a professional dance career in LA, to studying marketing and advertising at Syracuse University, to her current role as Senior Director of Creative at DoubleVerify. Annie shares how choreographing dance helped her gain skills that now guide her in managing creative teams. She believes active listening and understanding individual work styles are vita...
Creating Sustainable Brands and Fostering Self-Love with Kalim Kalla of M&M Products
August 07, 2023 20:00 - 45 minutes - 104 MBIn this episode, I interview Kalim Kalla, the Brand Manager at M&M Products. We delve into his journey from selling vuvuzelas after attending the World Cup to managing large brands at M&M Products. We discuss how he strives to create brands that echo his family's motto, 'beauty with love,’ by giving people a sense of beauty through self love. Kalim shares how he nurtures a product's lifecycle, ensuring sustainability and quality ingredients while maintaining the efficacy of the product. H...
From Skate Videos to Creative Directing, Managing Creative Teams Effectively, and Creating Innovative Video Content for Tech Companies
August 01, 2023 20:00 - 42 minutes - 96.4 MBIn this episode, we're joined by Landon Beal, the Creative Director of RUN Studios. Join us as Landon chronicles his fascinating journey into video production, sparked by his passion for skate videos. He shares how his wife was a pivotal influence in his life and how their relationship significantly shaped his professional path. Landon shares how he harnesses the power of music and physical activity to achieve his creative flow state. He discusses his transformative process of molding cl...
From UFC to Adomni: A Conversation About The Evolution of Creative Careers with Adam Courrier
July 19, 2023 16:09 - 39 minutes - 91.2 MBIn this episode, I interview Adam Courrier, the Creative Director at Adomni and a pivotal contributor to the initial creative team of the Ultimate Fighting Championship. We dive into Adam's fascinating journey - from shaping the UFC's initial creative design inside and outside the cage, building a successful production company called Running Bull Productions, to transitioning into a creative director role at Adomni. Adam shares insightful lessons from his inspiring career path, including man...
Why Writers Need to Sell Their Work, The Power of Consistent Writing, and Finding Inspiration in Daily Walks
July 10, 2023 20:00 - 39 minutes - 90.3 MBListen up as we interview John Baltisberger, an award-winning author, plus creative director and publishing editor at Madness Heart Press. In this episode, we delve into John's creative process and gain invaluable insights from his inspiring writing journey. Join us as we dive into the intriguing world of writing for tabletop games, and how writing for one medium doesn’t necessarily make you great at another. Discover how John finds inspiration in his daily walks with his dog and the power...
The Evolving World of Sports Trading Cards, Blending Sports Entertainment and Entrepreneurship, and Maximizing Productivity in Flow State
July 03, 2023 20:00 - 46 minutes - 105 MBJoin us in this captivating episode as we dive into the world of sports entertainment, trading cards, and entrepreneurship with our special guest, Matt McGuckin, widely known as Dappz. Matt is the visionary Founder of Dappz Sports, a groundbreaking cross-platform sports and entertainment media company. In our conversation, we explore Matt's entrepreneurial journey and how his childhood immersed in the world of sports shaped his decision to create a company focused on sports entertainment....
From Skate Videos to Marketing Mastery, Drawing Inspiration From Action Sports, and The Power of Video Content
June 26, 2023 20:00 - 41 minutes - 95 MBIn this episode, we welcome Jake Hurwitz, the founder of Thursday Labs. Jake shares his dynamic journey from being inspired by skate videos to becoming a skilled videographer, eventually starting his own marketing and design studio. Our conversation takes us through a powerful encounter he had with a 90-year-old man in South America, where a life-altering quote shifted Jake's perspective and eventually his life path by treating each day like it’s his last. He speaks about his love for snow...
Mastering the Basics of Screenwriting, Nurturing Compelling Characters, and Facing the Future of AI
June 19, 2023 20:00 - 47 minutes - 108 MBJoin me in this compelling episode as we delve into the captivating world of screenwriting with my esteemed guest, Tom Vaughan. A professional screenwriter and dedicated instructor at the University of Houston, Tom shares his journey - from his early days in acting school to screenwriting in Hollywood, and finally, to molding young minds in the classroom. Tom enlightens us on the core principles of screenwriting, emphasizing the importance of mastering the basics, honing repetition, and th...
Critiquing Hollywood Darlings and Blockbusters, Nerding Out On Cinema Classics, and Why Recent Oscar Winners Aren’t Popular to Mainstream Audiences
June 12, 2023 20:00 - 37 minutes - 85.7 MBIn this riveting episode, we delve deep into the world of cinema with our guest, the multi-talented Kevin Gootee - a podcaster, game show host, VO artist, and most importantly, the host of the fascinating podcast, Gutting The Sacred Cow. We explore what makes his podcast truly unique, as it unflinchingly critiques popular and critically acclaimed movies alike. Kevin shares his keen insights on what, in his view, makes a movie transcend into the realm of classics. We geek out over our favorit...
The Power of Customer Relationships, Storytelling in Marketing, and Emotion-Based Copywriting
June 05, 2023 20:00 - 40 minutes - 92.6 MBIn this electrifying episode, we sit down with the legendary Randy Crane, a nationally recognized Sales and Marketing Specialist with a stellar career spanning four decades, holding leadership roles with globally acclaimed brands like Molson Coors and Konica Minolta. In this episode, Randy shares the influential role his father's relationship with his customers played in shaping his own illustrious sales and marketing career. We also unpack the essence of successful sales strategies and wh...
Hollywood to Health Entrepreneurship, Creating Captivating Social Media Content, and Optimizing Health through Body Hacking
May 29, 2023 20:00 - 1 hour - 153 MBIn this episode, we sit down with Amanda Carneiro, a personal trainer, functional nutritionist, and the founder of Raw Fitness and Nutrition. Amanda takes us on a journey from her early days as an actor in Hollywood to her transition into the realm of fitness and nutrition, which lead her to start her own company. Dive into our discussion as Amanda shares her innovative process of creating captivating social media content and how her deep understanding of internet marketing has propelled ...
How to Unleash Sustainable Creative Productivity, Express Your Unique Self with Personalized Routine, and Find Joy In The Creative Journey
May 22, 2023 20:00 - 41 minutes - 95 MBIn this inspiring episode, we sit down with Christine Carron, a renowned writer, productivity expert, and the visionary founder of Goodjelly. Christine shares her profound insights and practical wisdom on sustainable creative productivity. She unveils her three fundamental steps for sustainable creative productivity: smart process, grounded power, and inner kindness. Christine delves into the importance of personalized frameworks and routines as effective tools to combat writer's block an...
From Intern to Founder: A Journey of Social Media Marketing, Fitness, and Creative Strategy
May 15, 2023 20:00 - 43 minutes - 99.3 MBIn this episode, I sit down with Haylee Kalani McDonald, a creative strategist and the founder of Kalani Consulting. Haylee shares her inspiring journey, starting from being an intern at a recording studio to becoming a successful social media expert and owning her own marketing company called Kalani Consulting. We delve into some important topics such as the best posting schedules for social media, how battling limiting beliefs improves camera shyness, and how to get camera-ready by cons...
Using Feldenkrais Method for Creativity, Directing Actors with Confidence, and the Power of Kindness
May 08, 2023 20:00 - 47 minutes - 109 MBAlan is the founder of Uncommon Sensing and the author of the books Creating Creativity – Embodying the Creative Process and Practice Intentional Acts of Kindness and Like Yourself More. In this episode, I talk with Alan about how Feldenkrais Method has helped him gain more self-confidence and how he uses it to help other people become more comfortable in their bodies. We'll also discuss the fundamentals of the Feldenkrais Method, how creativity is based on widening your choices, how to pr...
Bartending, Napping, and Writing: A Maui-based Writer’s Journey in the Hawaiian Creative Industry
May 01, 2023 20:00 - 43 minutes - 99.5 MBIn this episode, we have the pleasure of speaking with Jonathan Melikidse, a lifetime bartender, producer, director, and writer, whose latest TV show in production, Moku Moku, follows the lives of three upcountry Maui locals as they navigate their way through the adversity of living on an island. Jonathan shares his creative process of writing authentic Maui characters for his pilot, MOKU MOKU, by researching his bartending customers and getting notes from his cast. He talks about his jour...
From Acting to Producing: An Award-Winning Film Producer's Journey in the Hollywood Entertainment Industry
April 24, 2023 19:48 - 42 minutes - 96.3 MBJoin us in this episode as we chat with Laura Hunter Drago, an award-winning film producer, screenwriter, and actress. In this episode, Laura shares her inspiring journey from acting to producing and screenwriting. She talks about how her acting experience has helped her in producing and screenwriting, and she shares valuable tips on how to direct actors for the best performance. Laura also shares her creative process of writing for films and narrative podcasts. She talks about how her ...
From Film Lover to Director, Creating a Platform-Agnostic Distribution, and Utilizing NFTs to Help Creators
April 17, 2023 20:00 - 50 minutes - 116 MBAdam Martin is a TV and film director and producer. He’s also the co-founder of Macroverse Media, a multi-format entertainment company. Their focus is on story-driven content meant to connect with audiences and fans through innovative, platform-agnostic distribution. In this episode, we talk about how Adam benefited from growing up in a house filled with film lovers when he started to work in the entertainment industry. He also shares his journey from being a physics major to a producti...
The Intersection of Marketing and Engineering, Utilizing AI in Marketing, and Boosting Creativity Through Nature and Movement
April 07, 2023 20:00 - 34 minutes - 78.7 MBStacy Willis is the VP of Marketing at Playwire as well as an Independent Marketing Executive. In this episode, we talk about what got Stacy into marketing and how her degree in Engineering helped her understand how systems interact and comprehend complicated concepts. We also discuss artificial intelligence and its role in marketing and how marketers can use the technology to their benefit. Find out how Stacy finds time to boost herself to feel more creative, the power of movement a...
Starting a Business In The Pandemic, Using Archetypes and Enneagrams, and The Importance of Niching Down
March 23, 2023 20:00 - 33 minutes - 76.5 MBAmy Kress Youssef is a graphic designer, brand strategist, and the founder of Water Kress, a brand strategy, brand identity, and graphic design company. In this episode, we talk about how Amy started as a professional graphic designer and brand strategist for fortune 500 companies for over 20 years and then eventually created her business, Water Kress. Find out how Water Kress was born during the pandemic, how Amy applies archetypes and enneagrams to the framework she uses when working wi...
Cooking School To Founder, Treating Tinnitus With Sounds, and The Effect of Music On The Body
March 08, 2023 21:00 - 46 minutes - 107 MBWayne Altman is an author, entrepreneur, and the founder of Melody Clouds, an audio app that has audiobooks, guided meditations, and binaural beats, which help you to relax, heal, and stay focused using science-based music therapy. In this episode, we talk about how Wayne transitioned from cooking school to the military and from the military to being the founder of Melody Clouds. Find out how binaural beats help Wayne treat his tinnitus and led him to build Melody Clouds to spread the powe...
Journalist to Working in AI, Applications of Artificial Intelligence in Content, And The Advantages of a Diverse Team
January 19, 2023 14:40 - 38 minutes - 88.3 MBMarjolein Duermeijer, a two times Emmy Award nominee for filmmaking and the Chief Content Officer of Ryff, a platform that utilizes the power of artificial intelligence to bring content creation to the next level towards the future of brand integration. In this episode, we talk about how Marjolein, a seasoned expert in TV, film, and content creation, found her way into the world of AI technology. We learn about Marjolein’s journey from being a Journalist to documentary filmmaker, what she’...
Mastering The Art of Event Planning, Key Ingredients to a Great Event, and Human Connection & Creativity
January 02, 2023 21:00 - 36 minutes - 83 MBVirginia Frischkorn is a top-tier event industry pioneer and the founder of five events-related businesses, including Partytrick. A company providing tools for its hosts to create personalized events. In this episode, we talk about how Virginia transitioned from her event planning company Bluebird Productions to Partytrick due to the pandemic and the absence of live events during COVID. We also discuss the elements that make a great event, the importance of human connection, how to work w...
Pros and Cons of The Creator Economy, The Art of Producing and Marketing, and Building a Successful Creative Career
December 19, 2022 21:00 - 51 minutes - 118 MBReagan Fry is the Director of Product at Kajabi, and also had stints as a product lead at Tiktok, Amazon, and Google. In this episode, we'll look at how Reagan, who wanted to be a director at first, eventually realized his strengths in the creative rather than the directing aspects of production. Discover his career path from major companies like Amazon, TikTok, and Google, to his current position at Kajabi which aligned with his passion to help creators thrive off their creativity. We ta...
Ambulance Driver to Business Owner, The Crux of Marketing, And Tips For YouTube Ads
December 12, 2022 21:00 - 45 minutes - 105 MBIan Nagy is the Co-Founder of VidTao, an incredible software for tracking the most effective YouTube ads. He is also the Co-Founder of Inceptly, a YouTube Advertising Agency. In this episode, we talk about Ian's journey from being an ambulance driver and nurse to his eventual career as a marketing writer and business owner. We also discuss the benefits of knowing how to write marketing copy, why marketing is all about communicating with people on the other side of the screen, Youtube ad ti...
True Meaning Of Creativity, Deep Dive Into Flow State, And The Benefits of Cannabis & CBD
December 05, 2022 21:00 - 1 hour - 138 MBRobert Lund is a professional creative advertiser and co-founder of Studio TBD, a creative collective focusing on cannabis-infused drinks and edibles and web3 initiatives. In this episode, we talk about how Robert transformed and found his purpose in life after he decided to enroll in a school for creativity in Sweden. We discuss how he entered the world of advertising and product development by working in one of the most prominent advertising agencies in Europe and the different things...
Online Marketing For Artists, Art For Passion Vs Financial Gain, And Why Shared Spaces Are Important For Artists
November 28, 2022 21:00 - 36 minutes - 84.1 MBJulia Jacobson is an oil-based paint artist and marketing consultant. In this episode, we will talk about how Julia pursued her passion for art during the pandemic and found her passion in marketing and painting. We also find out why and how Julia transformed her life from working at a traditional corporate job to pursuing art after working at an artist co-work studio space. We discuss how she markets herself as an artist online and her process behind marketing, her thoughts on creating a...
Becoming a Project Management Expert, Key Elements of a Sound Business, and Why Systems Are Crucial For Success
November 21, 2022 21:00 - 29 minutes - 68.1 MBShanice Miller is a former business productivity consultant and the founder of Taskly Group, where she helps clients ranging from small startups to multi-million dollar businesses save hundreds of hours and thousands of dollars In this episode, we talk about Shanice’s career evolution from selling her educational consultancy business to project management and developing systems for businesses. We discuss the elements that make a functionally sound business, how she used the lessons she lea...
Tech in Filmmaking, Life-Changing Horror Films, and Balancing Sound Design & Coding
September 21, 2022 17:00 - 35 minutes - 80.9 MBRuslan Khamidullin is the Chief Technology Officer of Filmustage, a technology company that automates the script breakdown process, a painstaking task necessary in film production. In this episode, we nerd out about horror films and Ruslan talks about how watching The Thing by John Carpenter shaped the entire course of his life, and led him into the world of filmmaking. We also talk about his background as a sound designer, and how his life and work are heavily influenced by music. We di...
Broadway Producer to Tech Founder, The Importance of Community, And Using Tech To Build Customer Loyalty
September 13, 2022 17:00 - 40 minutes - 93.1 MBDavid Carpenter is a theater veteran, the managing partner of The Twenty-Sided Tavern, and the CEO of Gamiotics, bringing audience engagement technology to the live entertainment market and powering the next generation of experiential entertainment. In this episode, we talk about how David, an experienced Off-Broadway and Broadway producer who worked in media and entertainment for 22 years, suddenly changed his career during the pandemic and went into the world of technology. Find out how...
Single Mom To Entrepreneur, How To Be A Successful Author, and Making 6 Figures Through Writing,
September 10, 2022 17:00 - 42 minutes - 97.8 MBMichelle Kulp is a Book Launch Expert, Publishing Specialist, and 20x #1 Bestselling Author. She’s helped over 250 authors become #1 bestselling authors with her Best-Selling Author Program. In this episode, we discuss her story of being a single mom who got tired of working in a high-stress nine-to-five corporate job to become a successful entrepreneur. Getting fired may have put her out of her misery, but her meeting with Bill Ray Cyrus changed the trajectory of her life, and began her j...
The Impact of Design Psychology, Drawing The Line Between Utility and Showcase, and The Importance of Learning The Rules of The Field
September 03, 2022 17:00 - 39 minutes - 89.8 MBThomas Watkins is a thought leader, speaker, and industry practitioner who focuses on combining technology with design psychology in order to drive business success. In this episode, we discuss the concept of design psychology and the thought process people have when interacting with technology, products, and design. How design psychology helps companies make their products more likely to succeed and resonate with their customers by creating experiences that will attract and engage users....
Selling Your Music, Being Market Ready, And The Importance Of Mentors
August 27, 2022 17:00 - 41 minutes - 95.6 MBSteve Maher is a musician, and singer-songwriter out of Denver, Colorado whose current project is ‘Night Routine’ - a funk-pop-soul group that has performed all over Colorado and the midwest. In this episode, we discuss his process of writing music and his belief that artists should focus on the music business to grow as a performer. We talk about the importance of being a master marketer of yourself and knowing what unique attributes to emphasize to stand out from the crowd to sell your ...
The Best Way To Grow A Company, Flow State & Sleep, And The Fundamentals Of A Cult Brand
August 10, 2022 17:00 - 46 minutes - 106 MBChris Kneeland is the co-founder of a marketing engagement agency called Cult, which specializes in turning everyday customers into brand advocates. In this episode, we discuss how Chris learned how to launch and build a business from listening to podcasts, why having business partners is the best way to grow a company, and why entrepreneurs and businesses shouldn’t get stuck on perfecting products and should just ship it if it’s good enough and 70% there, his comparison of flow state to s...
The Importance Of a Consistent Voice, AI In Enterprise Content, And Why Beauty Is In The Things You Don't See Coming
August 01, 2022 15:01 - 43 minutes - 99.8 MBChristopher Willis is the CMO at Acrolinx and a specialist in Content Governance, AI, and pipeline management with over 20 years of experience growing companies in the technology sector. In this episode, we talk about how his background in acting and directing theater productions influenced his management style because he leads a team of talent towards success for the company as well as the individual. We discuss the breakthrough technology at Acrolinx which uses the power of AI to impro...
Writing Content with Artificial Intelligence, Importance of A Consistent Voice Across All Channels, and Why Exercise Improves Work and Well-Being
August 01, 2022 15:01 - 43 minutes - 99.8 MBChristopher Willis is the CMO at Acrolinx and a specialist in Content Governance, AI, and pipeline management with over 20 years of experience growing companies in the technology sector. In this episode, we talk about how his background in acting and directing theater productions influenced his management style because he leads a team of talent towards success for the company as well as the individual. We discuss the breakthrough technology at Acrolinx which uses the power of AI to impro...
The Power of Music, Building Music Communities, and How To Grow a Music Career
July 29, 2022 15:21 - 46 minutes - 106 MBMikhael Porter is a third-generation entrepreneur who is the co-founder of Needle Music: the world’s first social platform built to facilitate meaningful connections through music. In this episode, we discuss the power of music and how it’s a universal language that brings people together, how Needle is helping Dj’s and casual consumers share music and build communities through their favorite songs and artists, potentially giving curators the ability to monetize their selections, the evolu...
The Purpose of Marketing, 3 Fundamentals of Campaigns, and The Right Way to Approach a Campaign
July 23, 2022 14:24 - 40 minutes - 93 MBTom Geary is the Founder and Creative Director at the School of Thought, a fresh and innovative creative agency based in the San Francisco Bay area. Tom has positioned his agency as a leader in sustainability and social responsibility, creating high-impact campaigns for companies like Cisco WebEx, eBay, Bing, and Red Bull. In this episode, we discuss how his experience working at agencies and in-house at corporations helped him cultivate his skills as a marketer, why the purpose of marketi...
The Purpose of Marketing, 3 Fundamentals of Effective Campaigns, and The Right Way to Approach Marketing
July 23, 2022 14:24 - 40 minutes - 93 MBTom Geary is the Founder and Creative Director at the School of Thought, a fresh and innovative creative agency based in the San Francisco Bay area. Tom has positioned his agency as a leader in sustainability and social responsibility, creating high-impact campaigns for companies like Cisco WebEx, eBay, Bing, and Red Bull. In this episode, we discuss how his experience working at agencies and in-house at corporations helped him cultivate his skills as a marketer, why the purpose of marketi...
Becoming a 7-Figure Video Business Owner, Picking The Right Projects & Clients, and The Elements Of a Successful Video Business Team
July 13, 2022 13:21 - 54 minutes - 125 MBMark Drager is a pro-conversationalist, MC, moderator, brand strategist, and founder of the branding and creative agency Phanta Media In this episode, we discuss the ups and downs of his journey as a video production company owner and the lessons he learned from building a 7-figure business, why video business owners should go where the money is and templatize their products to have bigger margins and keep their companies afloat, his philosophy of picking projects and clients by determini...
PR Best Practices, The Importance of Authenticity, and Good vs Bad PR Campaigns
June 30, 2022 05:51 - 43 minutes - 100 MBChristine Pietryla Wetzler is the Founder and President of Pietryla PR & Marketing, an award-winning Chicago-based growth MARCOM agency that specializes in communications strategy and media relations for packaging, CPG, and professional services clients. She also supports small and mid-cap companies on their way to going public. In this episode, we discuss the definition, evolution, and best practices for PR and how it’s ultimately how you authentically relate to the public. How PR should...
PR Best Practices, First Investment As a Fresh Business Owner, and Good vs Bad PR Campaigns
June 30, 2022 05:51 - 43 minutes - 100 MBChristine Pietryla Wetzler is the Founder and President of Pietryla PR & Marketing, an award-winning Chicago-based growth MARCOM agency that specializes in communications strategy and media relations for packaging, CPG, and professional services clients. She also supports small and mid-cap companies on their way to going public. In this episode, we discuss the definition, evolution, and best practices for PR and how it’s ultimately how you authentically relate to the public. How PR should...
Data Driven Creative, Learning Growth Marketing From Music, Effectiveness of B2C vs B2B Sales
June 21, 2022 11:54 - 40 minutes - 91.7 MBMatt Widdoes is the CEO of Mavan, and has 15+ years of experience working in growth marketing, user acquisition, and business development in the technology and entertainment industries, leading teams in companies such as Red Bull, Zynga, and King. In this episode, we talk about the importance of data in marketing and the ethics of data collection for consumers, how data can direct creative ideas and sometimes basic designs get better performance than cool imagery, and why he believes B2C ...
Lead Singer to Entrepreneur, Driving Ideas Through Data, Effectiveness of B2C vs B2B
June 21, 2022 11:54 - 40 minutes - 91.7 MBMatt Widdoes is the CEO of Mavan, and has 15+ years of experience working in growth marketing, user acquisition, and business development in the technology and entertainment industries, leading teams in companies such as Red Bull, Zynga, and King. In this episode, we talk about the importance of data in marketing and the ethics of data collection for consumers, how data can direct creative ideas and sometimes basic designs get better performance than cool imagery, and why he believes B2C ...
Making Money with NFT's and Web3, Why Film Distribution Is Hard, and The Future of Filmmaking
June 16, 2022 03:49 - 46 minutes - 106 MBML Post is a writer, director, producer, and filmmaker who is the founder of Underrated, an upstart streaming service for the independent film community. In this episode, we talk about the struggles filmmakers have with distribution and how hard it is to get a movie distributed on a major platform. How marketing is the most important part of the success of a film. Why paying creators will help them create better movies which in turn will bring in more revenue. How Web3, Cryptocurrency, an...
Why Distribution Is Difficult, Getting Paid As a Creative Today, and Tips For Young Filmmakers
June 16, 2022 03:49 - 46 minutes - 106 MBML Post is a writer, director, producer, and filmmaker who is the founder of Underrated, an upstart streaming service for the independent film community. In this episode, we talk about the struggles filmmakers have with distribution and how hard it is to get a movie distributed on a major platform. How marketing is the most important part of the success of a film. Why paying creators will help them create better movies which in turn will bring in more revenue. How Web3, Cryptocurrency, an...
Viewing Competition as Friendly Relationships, Manufacturing in America, and The One Thing To Do Before Mass Manufacturing
June 02, 2022 07:34 - 41 minutes - 94.6 MBJason Azevedo is the chief strategy officer at MRCA. He started his first manufacturing company with just $600 when he was only 15 years old and was able to grow it into a million-dollar business while working with companies such as Starbucks, Nike, Disney, Marvel, Volkswagen, Audi, and more. In this episode, we talk about building communities, making an impact, and how you shouldn’t look at your competitors as your enemy but as friendly relationships that will expand your network and comm...
7 Secrets to Public Speaking, The Importance of Curiosity, Why It's Important to Vote
May 12, 2022 18:16 - 58 minutes - 135 MBRichard Greene is a thought-provoking speaker who has coached celebrities ranging from Princess Diana, Deborah Messing, Will Smith, and Jada Pinkett-Smith, to help them utilize their celebrity towards effective non-partisan civic engagement. He’s also been a talk show host and has provided commentary for ABC Radio Networks, FOX News, and others. In this episode, we discuss the origins of life, the components of reality, and the meaning of God to elaborate on his point of how important curi...