Journalist to Working in AI, Applications of Artificial Intelligence in Content, And The Advantages of a Diverse Team
Release Date: 01/19/2023
From Trading Weapons to Inventing Music Products: A Conversation with David Packouz – Entrepreneur, Inventor, and Musician
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David 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 successful music accessory crowdfunding campaigns in history. As a passionate musician, David also...
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High School Artistry to OnlyFans Entrepreneurship, Mastering Content Creation Across Platforms, and Navigating the Balance Between Fan Engagement and Personal Joy
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Isabelle 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 OnlyFans and how she and many other creators generate income on the platform . She explains why TikTok is her...
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Workshop Inspiration to Graphic Facilitation Mastery, The Art of Sketchnoting for Learning, and Balancing Creativity as a Career
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Ashton 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 information, the balance between creativity as a hobby versus as a job, and the significance of accessibility...
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From Dance to Design: Orchestrating Creative Teams with Annie Barch, Senior Director of Creative at DoubleVerify
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In 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 vital for fostering creativity and collaboration within her team. We delve into her project management...
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Creating Sustainable Brands and Fostering Self-Love with Kalim Kalla of M&M Products
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In 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. He provides insights into his unique process of running marketing campaigns, utilizing the...
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From Skate Videos to Creative Directing, Managing Creative Teams Effectively, and Creating Innovative Video Content for Tech Companies
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In 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 client briefs into compelling narratives, shedding light on the dynamics of managing creative teams by...
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From UFC to Adomni: A Conversation About The Evolution of Creative Careers with Adam Courrier
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In 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 managing creative teams with effective communication, how his finance degree from UNLV helped him as a...
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Why Writers Need to Sell Their Work, The Power of Consistent Writing, and Finding Inspiration in Daily Walks
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Listen 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 of music to ignite his imagination and creative process. We discuss the importance of persistence and...
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The Evolving World of Sports Trading Cards, Blending Sports Entertainment and Entrepreneurship, and Maximizing Productivity in Flow State
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Join 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. Discover the secrets behind Matt's ability to consistently work and create content in his flow...
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From Skate Videos to Marketing Mastery, Drawing Inspiration From Action Sports, and The Power of Video Content
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In 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 snowboarding, and how content marketing in action sports deeply influences his innovative marketing...
info_outlineMarjolein 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’s learned over the years working in the entertainment industry, the incredible uses and applications of artificial intelligence in content, how Ryff uses AI to repurpose and scale content by using game engines to place products in any video, how having a diverse team helps her get into the creative zone, and her advice for fellow content creators who want to evolve their careers.
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