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Reading the Web3 tea leaves with Josh Ong Jul 28, 2023

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On this episode of How You Create, I dive into the journey of Josh Ong, an influential figure in the digital space. With his extensive background in journalism, communications, and marketing, Josh brings a unique perspective to the table. As a co-founder of Bored Room Ventures and Chief Strategy Officer of Kreatorhood, he has been at the forefront of advising brands, startups, and creatives on navigating the ever-evolving digital landscape, particularly the decentralized internet known as web3.

Josh's expertise lies in his deep understanding of both brand dynamics and the power of language. He shares his insights on how brands operate in the digital realm and the nuances of effective communication in this new era. Listeners will learn about his transition from journalism to the world of communications and marketing, discovering the reasons behind this pivotal shift and how it has shaped his approach to helping others thrive in the digital space. Join us as we explore the intersection of technology, storytelling, and branding with Josh Ong on this thought-provoking episode.

Creating Through The Seasons with Britt Bass Turner Jul 20, 2023

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In this episode, I sit down with a dear friend of mine, Britt Bass Turner, an Atlanta native and abstract artist known for her vibrant and playful paintings. Britt's love for color and design blossomed at a young age, influenced by her interior designer mother and her exploration of fabric samples and color swatches. With her refined eye for aesthetics and design, Britt brings a sense of curiosity and exploration to her captivating work.

Britt shares her experiences of balancing her artistic pursuits with being a dedicated mother to three children. Discover how she embraces her art as a liberating space where she can break free from the confines of structure and expectations, allowing her creativity to flow freely.

We delve into Britt's journey of restructuring and reimagining her artistic practice. She opens up about taking time off to be a full-time mom and her decision to step away from social media during the COVID-19 pandemic. We explore how she rebrands herself and redefines her artistic identity after her well-deserved break, as well as some exciting ideas coming into fruition in the future.

Chasing Stories with Clara Shuku Mokri Jul 14, 2023

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Clara Shuku Mokri, a Los Angeles-based visual storyteller, is on the podcast this week to talk about life as a photographer and videographer. Growing up in a family of surfers along the beautiful shores of Malibu and Topanga Beach, Clara's early connection with nature and adventure shaped her artistic sensibilities. She discovered her true calling and decided to delve deeper into the world of photography throughout her studies at Yale University, where she played basketball and studied political science. Receiving her Masters in Documentary Filmmaking at the UC Berkeley Graduate School of Journalism, where she coined herself a photojournalist, Clara's journey allowed her to explore her own memories and document them for generations to come.

Clara talks about the inspiration behind her hyperfixation on capturing life's fleeting moments. The experience of witnessing her beloved grandfather battle Alzheimer's disease ignited a profound desire to preserve memories and cherish the precious moments that make up our lives. Clara's artistic approach is truly remarkable, with her diverse portfolio from sports photography to portraits. Clara nestles herself excellently in the niche of emphasizing the power of stillness and the emotions evoked by frozen moments.

Visit Clara's website at claramokriphotography.com to explore her stunning portfolio and witness the extraordinary way she captures life's fleeting moments. Don't miss our inspiring conversation with Clara Shuku Mokri, where we delve into artistry, personal growth, and the power of visual storytelling.

Interpreting Day Dreams With Andy J Pizza Apr 27, 2023

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We are joined by Andy Miller AKA Andy J Pizza. Andy is a storyteller, illustrator, podcaster, and public speaker. He’s worked with clients like Nickelodeon, Warby Parker, Google, and The New York Times. Andy is also creator and host of Creative Pep Talk, a podcast for creatives that was early to the podcast scene. Ben and Andy discuss Andy’s upbringing and how that influences him, neurodiversity, self-reflection and how that relates to self-expression, how to balance compromise and creative liberty, the role of confidence in a creative career, Andy’s new book, Invisible Things, and so much more. Tune into this episode of How You Create, Interpreting Day Dreams With Andy J Pizza.

Photojournalism: A Story of Beauty and Sacrifice with Ash Adams Apr 06, 2023

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On this episode of How You Create, Ash Adams joins Ben and Joshua. Ash is a photojournalist and photo editor. She started photography as a teenager, studied photojournalism at Ohio University, and moved to Alaska to pursue photojournalism. They discuss the process Ash has when shooting a photojournalism story, what draws her to photography, her relationship with Alaska, and so much more. Sometimes photojournalism means sleeping on the floor, going awhile with food, long sleepless days, or exposing yourself to uncontrollable situations. Ash talks about what it means to surrender to those elements and how the passion of storytelling motivates her to continue on the grind and hustle of a career in photojournalism. Learn more on this episode of How You Create, Photojournalism: A Story of Beauty and Sacrifice with Ash Adams

Art and Activism with Devin Allen Mar 23, 2023

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We are joined by Devin Allen on this episode of How You Create. Devin is a photojournalist and activist from Baltimore, Maryland. Photography and activism go hand in hand for him. Devin is a self taught photographer who shot photographs from the Freddie Gray and George Floyd protests that were both published as covers for Time Magazine. He shares about his catapult into his photography career as an amateur, navigating the industry, and how to always keep your values at the forefront. Hear more about Devin Allen’s journey on this episode of How You Create, Art and Activism with Devin Allen.

Proof of Work with Jalil Wahdatehagh Mar 09, 2023

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On this episode of How You Create, we’re talking about NFTs. Ben is joined by Jalil Wahdatehagh, creator of Scapes and developer of Checks. Stepping in for Joshua this episode, is friend of the pod, Niko Kampouris. The three discuss the ins and outs of the NFT communities, how Jalil got involved in the web3 world, and thoughts on the future of NFTs. Learn all about it on this episode of How You Create, Proof of Work with Jalil Wahdatehagh.

You Are a Storyteller with Brian McDonald and Jesse Bryan Feb 23, 2023

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On this episode of How You Create, Ben and Joshua are joined by Brian McDonald and Jesse Bryan. In the words of Jesse, Brian is the best storyteller alive today. Aside from being Brian’s biggest hype man, Jesse is Founder and CEO of Belief Agency. Brian and Jesse work together at Belief Agency, which is a full-service creative agency and story consultancy that believes the truth is enough. Things don’t always have to be so arduous, and oftentimes people use big words and over-complicate things to come off as experts. These two live by Einstein’s “If you can't explain it to a six-year-old, then you don't understand it yourself.” And with their deep understanding of storytelling, it all just makes sense.

The four discuss armature, a concept that Brian learned from his time working alongside sculptors. They would start with a wire skeleton to support the weight of the clay. It holds everything together, everything is built upon it, and it’s one of the most important elements of the sculpture, but it’s not what people see or pay attention to. The four discuss how that concept applies to almost everything, including storytelling. They also get into what it means to survive - culturally, spiritually, emotionally, communally and more. This is not an episode you want to miss. Learn more by listening to this episode of How You Create, You Are a Storyteller with Brian McDonald and Jesse Bryan.

An Episode About Nothing Feb 09, 2023

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On the pod this week, Ben and Joshua talk about a multitude of topics from kickstarter projects, to Joshua’s new personal newsletter and thoughts on the e-commerce world, what Ben’s been focusing on with his two big projects, Hidden Ventures and Mosaic, and quite a bit more.

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The Cost of Growing a Creative Business with Alex Matisse of East Fork Jan 26, 2023

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Alex Matisse is here with Ben and Joshua this week on the podcast. From potter to Founder and CEO, Alex has been shaping East Fork Pottery both literally and figuratively for the past ten years.

He shares about the values he holds and how he brings that to the business at East Fork; he’s passionate about his local community, about bringing a human-centeredness to both his craft and the environment he creates for the employees of East Fork, and about not just defaulting to the most traditional approach to something, but doing things differently

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