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Yivity - Creativity, Health, Purpose#18 - Kesh Jayasignhe - Finding your creative pathIn this conversation, Kesh, a software engineer turned brand strategist, shares her journey from tech to creativity, discussing the challenges she faced during switch, the importance of design education, and how she navigates client relationships. She emphasizes the significance of understanding client needs, the process of developing brand strategies, and the value of passion projects in fostering creativity. Kesh also reflects on finding inspiration, overcoming distractions, and offers advice for aspiring creatives.
2026-02-2250 minYivity - Creativity, Health, Purpose#17 - Jaime Lee - Starting a clothing brand, moving to Australia, and finding a higher callingIn this episode, Jamie shares his journey from the UK to Australia, discussing his clothing brand, Seven Sins, and the importance of community and fitness in his life. He reflects on the challenges of building a brand, the role of social media, and the mental health benefits of fitness. Jamie also emphasises the value of travel and self-discovery, and how these experiences shape his motivation and discipline.
2026-02-1448 minYivity - Creativity, Health, Purpose#16 - Alan Parsemain: Looking after your mind and body as a chefIn this conversation, Alan shares his journey of self-discovery through health, fitness, and personal growth. He discusses the challenges of navigating relationships, the impact of sports on mental health, and the importance of creating content in the social media landscape. Alan reflects on his past experiences, including travel and his career as a chef, and how these have shaped his current aspirations. He emphasises the significance of finding balance in life, pursuing passions, and the ongoing search for meaning and purpose.
2026-02-0748 minYivity - Creativity, Health, Purpose#15 - Maria Loram - Ceramics, Imperfection, and finding your purposeMaria Loram is a ceramic artist based in Los Angeles. In this episode she shares her journey into the world of ceramics, discussing how personal experiences, such as new relationships, influenced her artistic expression. She delves into her creative process, the importance of textures and imperfections in her work, and the balance between commission work and personal projects. Maria also talks about her teaching endeavours, the significance of community and mentorship, and her current state of inspiration and motivation. As she reflects on her artistic journey, she emphasizes the importance of exploration and being open to change.
2026-01-3144 minYivity - Creativity, Health, Purpose#14 - Kazuki Takizawa - Glass Blowing, Mental Health, and MoreKazuki Takizawa is a glassblower based in Los Angeles. In this conversation, we discuss his journey into the world of glass art, discussing his inspirations, the significance of mental health in his work, and the dynamics of running a glass studio. He reflects on the importance of community, collaboration, and the balance between artistic expression and business. Kazuki also offers valuable advice for aspiring artists and shares personal insights into his hobbies and future aspirations.
2026-01-2450 minYivity - Creativity, Health, Purpose#13 Chris Darwa - Stand-Up, Rejection, IntrospectionChris Darwa is an Australian stand-up comic that has been based in Switzerland for the last 12 years. In this episode we discuss his journey from Australia to Switzerland and his evolution comedian. He explores the self-discovery that comes with performing, his writing process for comedy highlighting the importance of just getting moving, and the importance of finding one's voice. Chris also delves into the dynamics of live performances, balancing his comedy career with family and work, and offers valuable advice for aspiring comedians. Along with much more!
2026-01-1747 minYivity - Creativity, Health, Purpose#12 - Viliam Mrazik - Cultural heritage and footwear designIn this episode, Viliam Mrazik and I chat about his journey from studying product design to working as a footwear designer, discussing his graduation project blending cultural heritage with modern design. He reflects on his experiences at Salomon and Puma, emphasising the importance of collaboration, creativity, and sustainability in design. Viliam also highlights the influence of childhood experiences and peers in shaping his approach to design, while offering advice for aspiring designers to take the leap from sketching to making.
2026-01-0958 minYivity - Creativity, Health, Purpose#11 - George Davies - Material Honesty and Overcoming Creative Blocks,George Davies is a designer based in Utah specialising in sheet aluminium furniture (although he calls it “aluminum”). In this conversation, we discuss his methods for overcoming creative blocks and finding inspiration. He emphasises the importance of stepping away from work, engaging in non-creative activities, and disconnecting from social media to rejuvenate his creative mind. We also discuss exploring your own style, collaborations, putting yourself out there, and much more!
2026-01-0339 minYivity - Creativity, Health, Purpose#10 - Paulina Paciorek - Self Belief, faking confidence, work/work balancePaulina Paciorek is an art director and phtographer, her fashion editorial work has been featured in publications such as Mirror Mirror Magazine, Holloway Magazine, and Malvie Mag. In this conversation, Paulina and I discuss the importance of self-belief and confidence in one's craft. She shares her personal experiences with self-doubt, particularly during her application process to a school, and emphasises the need to trust in one's abilities and to project confidence, even when it feels forced. This chapter encapsulates the struggle many creatives face with self-doubt and the strategies to overcome it.
2025-12-2745 minYivity - Creativity, Health, Purpose#9 - Stephanie Stamatis - Collaboration, Self-Reflection, and FoodStephanie Stamatis is an art director and set designer based in Melbourne who has worked for brands such as Aesop, Goop, and Flamingo Estate amongst others. In this chat we discuss the continuous journey of improving your skills and self-reflection. We also talk about how food inspires her, her painstaking attention to detail and consideration of every element, her new book and much more!
2025-12-2036 minYivity - Creativity, Health, Purpose#8 - Micheal Greenwood: Educating the Modern Bro and creative controlMicheal Greenwood (@cinemagravy) is a cinematographer-turned-influencer. In this episode we discuss his transition from freelance work for other people to the creative freedom and control he now has through the work he makes for his instagram account. We also cover embracing the unknown, how he deals with criticism on the platform, and much more.
2025-12-131h 09Yivity - Creativity, Health, Purpose#7 - Liam de la Bedoyere - Designing for funSummaryIn this episode, Liam - the founder of Bored Eye Design discusses the importance of being an active participant in the creative process, emphasising that enjoyment and engagement lead to successful outcomes. He highlights the necessity of taking initiative in design and the value of embracing unexpected outcomes, or 'happy accidents', as a pathway to innovation.
2025-12-0647 minYivity - Creativity, Health, Purpose#6 - Tim Rodenbröker - the freedom of open source and getting lost in the creative processIn this conversation, Tim discusses the critical role of coding in design education, emphasizing that it should be integrated into the core curriculum rather than treated as an optional subject. He expresses his frustration with the current approach to coding education and advocates for a foundational understanding of coding to enhance its application in various fields.
2025-11-2942 minYivity - Creativity, Health, Purpose#5 - Nicole Licht: the impracticality of art and finding your tribeNicole Licht is a New York-based artist. After having run a design/art direction studio with her business partner for several years she has recently reconnected with her artistic practice. In this conversation we talk about her journey from studying fine art to commercial design work and back to art. We also talk about the importance of finding your scene and surrounding yourself with the right people, as well as the impracticality of making art, and why that's not necessarily a bad thing
2025-11-2247 minYivity - Creativity, Health, Purpose#4 - Anna Bonomi - Juggling different types of creative workAnna Bonomi is an illustrator/decorator currently based in Rotterdam. In this conversation we discuss her journey into the world of art and illustration, detailing her early experiences and how she turned her passion into a profession with her friends. We talk about her work in both illustration and decoration, reflect on the balance between her two creative fields, the influence of her studio environment, and her approach to starting new projects. As well as highlighting the significance of finding inspiration beyond her field, and so much more!
2025-11-1538 minYivity - Creativity, Health, Purpose#3 - Alexis Perron-Corriveau - From woodworking to pushing the limits of eyewearAlexis Perron-Corriveau is a designer and co-founder of high-end eyewear brand Paloceras. In this episode, he tells me about his journey from woodworking to product design, and how his brand came into being. We also discuss the reasons for starting the brand in Portugal; how the the studio space influences his creativity; some ideas on team dynamics; what’s next for Paloceras; and much more!
2025-11-0852 minYivity - Creativity, Health, Purpose#2 - Tom Boyer - Prioritising the joy of the work over moneyIn this episode, Tom Boyer shares his journey into the world of design, discussing his early interests, education, and the evolution of his creative process. He reflects on the importance of technology in design and the balance between creative freedom and commercial pressures. Tom also offers valuable advice for aspiring creatives, emphasising the significance of starting projects and embracing one's artistic identity.
2025-11-0138 min
Yivity - Creativity, Health, PurposeEpisode 1 – Phoebe Kut - Social media as a tool for your careerPhoebe Kut is an interior designer/illustrator/content creator and more. She is known for her social media accounts @pbjdesign with over 120k followers on Instagram and 200k on TikTok. Her work has been featured in Architectural Digest, she has written for Livingetc, and is currently working on a coffee table book about design styles and histories. In the initial episode of this series, we talk about her journey from studying molecular biology to her career in interior design. Phoebe shares insights into her creative process, the role of social media in her work, and how she...
2025-10-2528 min
Cut to RevealSLOW HORSES Editing Secrets EXPOSED | Robert FrostEpisode 25 has Piotr, Ricky and Erwann chatting with Robert Frost, an editor on season 4 of Apple TV+'s, spy thriller, Slow Horses. Robert is a member of the British File Editors and was nominated in 2022 for the Breakthrough Editor category at the BFE Awards. Based in London, he previously assisted on several projects including Landscapers and Criminal UK, was an assembly editor on Season 3 of Sex Education, and editor on the ITV drama, Litvinenko and Apple TV+’s thriller, Hijack starring Idris Elba. Robert shares with the dudes how he got on Slow Horses, collaborating wit...
2024-10-1245 min