Episode 094- New Year, New Personal Project with Dennis Welsh
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Dennis Welsh is a commercial photographer and director, working with clients to help share their brand stories through authentic stills and motion. On this episode Dennis talks about starting 2024 with a personal project, what past projects have taught him, and how his experiences on them have shaped his commercial work. About Dennis: Dennis Welsh has been a commercial photographer and director since 1990 working with clients to help share their brand stories through authentic stills and motion. With an emphasis on environmental portraiture, Dennis’ work has earned numerous...
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Episode 093- Advertising & Innovation in Atlanta with Dagger CEO Mike Popowski
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Mike Popowski is CEO at Atlanta based agency Dagger and has led them from a three-person shop to a 2020 Ad Age Small Agency of the Year winner and one of Adweek’s Top 100 Fastest-Growing Agencies consecutively (2019, 2020, & 2021) in under five years. On this episode, Mike and I chat about Dagger’s start, what advertising opportunity the city of Atlanta holds, and how innovation is driving Dagger in 2024. Mike Popowski, CEO | Mike drives Dagger’s vision, culture, and growth. A proven client partner and team leader, Mike has led Dagger from a three-person shop to a 2020...
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Episode 092- Matt Garbutt talks AI in Advertising
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Matt Garbutt is a Creative Director at Brave Bison, a digital agency in the UK. He has been very vocal about the use of AI (specifically generative AI) in advertising, with published articles and interviews on his application of the technology with client campaigns. On this episode, Matt discusses his start with AI, how it has become a part of Brave Bison's strategy, and touches on the possible threat it presents to the creative community as well as offering resources for others to better familiarize themselves with this evolving medium. About Matt (via LinkedIn Bio): I'm a creative director...
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Episode 091- TDA_Boulder x Rise Against Suicide
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is a nonprofit whose mission is to help young people at risk of suicide by removing the financial and social barriers to treatment. Their first awarness campaign launched last week, helmed by board member and ECD/Partner at , Jonathan Schoenberg. On This episode, Jonathan talks to us about Rise, his personal connection to this non profit, and how the campaign came together.
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Episode 090- Dennis Murphy and My Hand My Cause
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Internationally recognized advertising photographer and director Dennis Murphy has shot on four continents for clients including Ducati, American Airlines and the Dallas Cowboys. On this episode we talk about his new adventure, his non-profit My Hand My Cause, Inc., a fundraising initiative that uses the power of celebrity, along with fine art photography, to raise money for existing charities.
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Episode 089- Felipe Simi, SOKO
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Felipe Simi is founder, CEO and Creative Chairman at SOKO, a 7-year-old independent agency in Brazil. Earlier this year SOKO made headlines when they partnered with I sat down with Felipe to talk about why he started SOKO, what it's like working with global brands, hiring international talent, and how diversity and inclusion truly permeates his agency.
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Episode 088- Brian Carlson
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Brian Carlson is photographer and filmmaker with over a decade of experience and a passion for storytelling. On this episode, Brian talks about his time in Africa and how it's shaped him both professionally and personally, as well as his fascination of subcultures which has led him from carnivals to lawnmower racing. About Brian: I'm a photographer and filmmaker with a passion for storytelling, it's that simple. With over a decade of experience, I bring a warm and engaging approach to my work, capturing moments and creating narratives that resonate with audiences. Through extensive travel,...
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Episode 087- Margaret Johnson on Creating Super Bowl Ads
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In 2023, Goodby Silverstein & Partners created the Doritos Super Bowl spot featuring Jack Harlow, Missy Elliott, and Elton John. On this episode, I sat down with GS&P’s Chief Creative Officer and Partner, Margaret Johnson, to talk all things Super Bowl. It’s a behind the scenes into what it takes to get from concept to the big game, and beyond. About Margaret Johnson: Margaret is a 25-year veteran of GS&P and leads the agency’s Creative department, a position she assumed in 2015 after being named a partner in 2012. In 2016 she was named the agency’s first Chief Creative...
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Episode 086- Alex Garcia
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As a Chicago-based photographer and filmmaker, Alex Garcia excels in crafting storytelling moments for brands and organizations that are both candid and intimate. On this episode, Alex talks about his process of connecting with his subjects and his mission to be a bridge connecting communities in both his personal and professional work. About Alex Garcia: As a Midwest/Chicago-based photographer and filmmaker, Alex Garcia is steeped in the art of crafting "real people" storytelling moments for brands and organizations that are emotional, candid and real. With a...
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Episode 085- John Fedele
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On this episode, Photographer/Director John Fedele talks to us about pivoting from Art Director to Commercial Photographer, his new work with Staples, his new rep, and looking ahead at the advertising landscape. About John Fedele: "I'm a photographer & director based in the Midwest shooting still and motion lifestyle imagery anywhere my projects take me. My work focuses on the ordinary moments in life and elevates them into something soulful with a modern twist. I bring a friendly, positive vibe to every set putting everyone at ease resulting in an environment perfect for...
info_outlineIt's part 3 of Daniel Bedell talking with wife-husband duo Michelle Norris and Forrest Aguar of TROPICO PHOTO! Listen in as Daniel continues the conversation on how working as a duo plays out on set, as well as asking the couple how they cultivated their unique style.