Attract A Bigger Audience With Resonance
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How To Embrace Pleasure For Personal Growth
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Principles of Persuasion
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Mastering the Art of Podcast Publicity
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"Clearly it's working. I've cracked the code on podcast publicity." Host: Michael Dargie, Guest: Christina Lenkowski, In this enlightening episode of The RebelRebel Podcast, host Michael Dargie sits down with Christina Lenkowski, a formidable force in the realm of podcast publicity. Christina delves into her journey from a burgeoning PR expert in the comic industry to establishing her own niche agency that specializes in securing podcast spots for clients. Her story unfolds a strategic pivot from broad-based PR efforts to mastering podcast publicity, attributing her success to the power of...
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Not Your Everyday Average Creative Director
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"What are you doing when you're not doing the thing you're doing? That's what I want to see." Host: Michael Dargie, Guest: Lou Maxon, Lou Maxon, a distinguished figure in the realms of branding and design, shares his fascinating journey with host, Michael Dargie on the RebelRebel Podcast. From the early influence of his father's post-production work to founding a brand and design firm in Washington state, Lou has consistently demonstrated his commitment to creativity and storytelling. He recalls his childhood fascination with the design process, his formative experiences in the magazine...
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Art Versus The Algorithms: Enter Jazz Cow
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"I haven't given up on my trumpet." Host: Michael Dargie, Guest: John Lumgair, This episode of The RebelRebel Podcast features an engaging conversation between host Michael Dargie and guest John Lumgair, the creative mind behind an animated sitcom project called Jazz Cow. Lumgair shares the origins and inspirations behind Jazz Cow, an animated sitcom about a jazz-playing cow leading a resistance movement against algorithms, fake filters, and a technocracy that diminishes human creativity and interaction. The story unfolds as Lumgair describes the project's journey from a humorous concept...
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Finding Your Purpose Beyond Profit
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"The biggest resource is not necessarily time, but energy." Host: Michael Dargie, Guest: Purdeep Sangha, Episode Summary In this episode of The RebelRebel Podcast, host Michael Dargie converses with Purdeep Sangha, renowned for his advisory firms and dedication to enhancing both the personal and professional lives of business owners and professionals. Purdeep shares his intriguing journey from growing up on an orchard to becoming a pivotal figure in the business and personal development realm. With a deep dive into the essence of balancing personal well-being with professional success,...
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Host: Michael Dargie, THE REBELREBEL PODCAST
Guest: Dave Zaboski, CO-FOUNDER | LAETRO.COM
In this captivating episode of Rebel Rebel, host Michael Dargie sits down with Dave Zaboski, a former Disney animator turned entrepreneur. Zaboski recounts his remarkable journey from law to the vibrant world of art and animation, detailing his transition from a student at the Art Center College of Design to a key figure at Disney, and, ultimately, a pioneer in the entrepreneurial space with his company, Laetro.
The episode offers a tour through Disney’s animation studios, where Zaboski refined his skills and grasped the art of storytelling. He shares vivid memories of working on iconic Disney projects, revealing how these experiences moulded his creative outlook and collaborative spirit.
The discussion then shifts to Laetro, a venture marrying art with technology. Zaboski speaks about leveraging AI in the creative industry, focusing on ethical practices and artist remuneration. This part of the conversation sheds light on the evolution of traditional art in the digital era.
Zaboski’s narrative is more than a career chronicle; it embodies lessons in persistence, adaptability, and passion. His insights on AI’s role in creativity, the significance of storytelling in business, and the universality of artistic principles are thought-provoking.
Essential for anyone interested in the fusion of art, technology, and business, this episode offers unique insights into career evolution, embracing change, and the boundless opportunities in creative endeavours.
EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS
- Dave Zaboski’s transition from law to art and animation
- Insights into Disney’s creative process and storytelling techniques
- The founding of Laetro and its mission in the creative industry
- The role of AI in enhancing and challenging traditional art forms
- Ethical considerations in the use of AI for artistic creation
- Dave’s philosophy on life, creativity, and the importance of storytelling in business
LINKS FROM THIS EPISODE
- Dave Zaboski on LinkedIn
- Dave Zaboski on Instagram
- Laetro
- Art Center College of Design
- Disney Animation
BOOKS FROM THIS EPISODE
The Illusions of Life by Frank Thomas and Ollie Johnson
NOTABLE QUOTES
“You can tell anybody anything as long as you make it entertaining.” – Dave Zaboski
“Creatives believe, iterate, collaborate, risk, and complete.” – Dave Zaboski on the universal laws of creativity
“What do you value? Your values. But most companies do like mission, vision, and values.” – Dave Zaboski on company character
“AI…is an incredible machine learning model that allows for us to aggregate the totality of human information and put it at our fingertips.” – Dave Zaboski on AI
“How spectacularly beautiful and rare this opportunity at life is.” – Dave Zaboski on life’s improbability
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