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Creative Rebels - The Podcast for Creatives

Creative Rebels - The Podcast for Creatives

By David Speed & Adam Brazier

Inspiring interviews with creative people who have rebelled against the 9-5 (..And advice on how you can too) Hosted by David Speed and Adam Brazier, co-founders of Graffiti Life and Parlour Tattoo.

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The Future of the Creative Community - Season Finale with Adam Brazier & David Speed

Creative Rebels - The Podcast for CreativesFeb 18, 2022

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The Future of the Creative Community - Season Finale with Adam Brazier & David Speed

The Future of the Creative Community - Season Finale with Adam Brazier & David Speed

In this episode we talk about the future of the Creative Rebels podcast and the exciting future for the community. 

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@adambrazier & @davidspeeduk

Feb 18, 202248:02
Hitting 100k on Instagram with Adam Brazier & David Speed

Hitting 100k on Instagram with Adam Brazier & David Speed

In this episode we go deep in audience building and social media.

Follow us; @adambrazier & @davidspeeduk

Feb 03, 202201:06:48
Being a Creative in 2022 with Adam Brazier & David Speed

Being a Creative in 2022 with Adam Brazier & David Speed

Another year of creativity is ahead of us. In this episode we talk about how you can make the best of this year by building stronger habits and having your 'one big thing' Hosts - @adambrazier & @davidspeeduk
Jan 11, 202248:40
The Meaning of Success with Alex Manzi

The Meaning of Success with Alex Manzi

What a way to round off this year. A fantastic chat with our good friend; Coach, Podcaster and Author, Alex Manzi.

Thank you to everyone who's listened this year.

We love you.

Merry Christmas!
Dec 24, 202101:20:05
Going Viral and Making a Difference with Sophie Gamand

Going Viral and Making a Difference with Sophie Gamand

Sophie Gamand is a photographer and artist, dedicated to capturing images of shelter dogs. Sophie balances a creative career with making a positive impact on the dogs and shelters that she works with .Sophie’s most famous work takes pit bull dogs and, with the addition of a flower crown, challenges the view of this breed and has helped house numerous abandoned dogs.
Dec 18, 202101:24:33
The Creative Life with Kris Andrew Small

The Creative Life with Kris Andrew Small

Based in Sydney, Kris Andrew Small’s work is a joyful explosion of colour, typography, pattern, and collage. He often takes societal issues and channels them through loud and abstract visuals. Kris has collaborate with clients including Nike, Apple, Dazed, Die Zeit, Adidas Originals, It’s Nice That, Channel 4, WeTransfer, Reebok and more. He’s also exhibited internationally at institutions like the V&A in Dundee and MAD in The Lourve, Paris.
Dec 10, 202155:28
A Creative Pep Talk with Adam Brazier & David Speed

A Creative Pep Talk with Adam Brazier & David Speed

In this episode we discuss; Making with Meaning, Mindset & Skillset. NOW is the time to be a creative! Follow us on the gram;  @Adambrazier & @davidspeeduk Or the show @rebelscreate
Dec 02, 202146:39
Her First $100k with Tori Dunlap

Her First $100k with Tori Dunlap

Tori Dunlap is the founder of Her First 100k. She made $100k before the age of 25 and is on a mission to empower her audience to become financially literate. She talks about financial feminism; shining a light on the wage gap and many other money inequalities!
Nov 25, 202101:15:44
Making a Creative Impact Through TikTok with Laura Ghiacy

Making a Creative Impact Through TikTok with Laura Ghiacy

Laura Ghiacy is a personal trainer and content creator. Laura passionately speaks out against diet culture and makes engaging content to bust myths around food and fitness. We spoke to Laura about creating content on camera, taking the leap into your own business and making an impact on TikTok.
Nov 17, 202101:15:06
Creative Money Talk with Adam Brazier & David Speed

Creative Money Talk with Adam Brazier & David Speed

In this Episode Adam & David talk about Pricing your work and breaking down how many customers you need to turn your passion into a career. This one's a detailed one so get a pen and paper ready.  Follow us on instagram; @rebelscreate Or @adambrazier & @davidspeeduk
Nov 10, 202135:10
Turning Creativity into a Career with Adam Brazier & David Speed

Turning Creativity into a Career with Adam Brazier & David Speed

This is an important episode for all creatives. If you're trying to turn your passion into a career we offer some really valuable advice in this episode.  Follow us on instagram;  @adambrazier & @davidspeeduk
Nov 03, 202151:40
How to Conquer Uncertainty with Sam Conniff

How to Conquer Uncertainty with Sam Conniff

Sam Conniff is a serial social entrepreneur (founder of Livity, Don’t Panic). His latest project is called the Uncertainty Experts, a live, interactive documentary that analyses how you deal with uncertain situations. Through this fascinating chat with Sam we uncover how dealing with uncertainty can unlock so much in our lives!
Oct 26, 202101:19:36
Talent is Pursued Interest with Adam Brazier & David Speed

Talent is Pursued Interest with Adam Brazier & David Speed

In this week's Episode; Adam (@adambrazier) & David (@davidspeeduk) talk about creative talent, finding the right clients & maximising motivation.
Oct 18, 202148:58
Open and Honest Creativity with Grace Miceli

Open and Honest Creativity with Grace Miceli

Grace Miceli is an illustrator and author. Grace’s art often deals with the struggles and relatable situations that face many creatives. In this interview we talk to the social media superstar about making an impact as a creator.
Oct 12, 202101:03:58
The Business Survival Kit with Bianca Miller Cole and Byron Cole

The Business Survival Kit with Bianca Miller Cole and Byron Cole

This week we had a tactical chat with Bianca Miller Cole and Byron Cole, about the business side of creativity. They’ve just written a book (the Business Survival Kit), so we had a lot of questions - because we know that the ‘entrepreneur’ side is something that a lot of creatives struggle with!
Oct 05, 202101:04:29
Be Crazy with Timelapse Photographer Matthew Vandeputte

Be Crazy with Timelapse Photographer Matthew Vandeputte

Matthew Vandeputte @matjoez is a Timelapse producer. We got in-depth with this discussion, talking about making it as a creative, finding your people and making real money. Matt is a creative who has taken big chances in his career that have definitely paid off.
Sep 28, 202101:11:06
Putting Passion into Practice with Iona Thomas

Putting Passion into Practice with Iona Thomas

Iona Thomas @_styledbynight_ is a product and pattern designer and our business partner! Her debut range has been created under the pseudonym ‘Styled by Night’, as she created the entire range outside of working hours. In this episode we are joined by our contract lawyer Electra Japonas, to talk the business of creativity, gatekeepers and getting a project off of the ground.
Sep 20, 202156:33
Why Relationships Sell Work with Adam Brazier & David Speed

Why Relationships Sell Work with Adam Brazier & David Speed

In this Episode; Adam Brazier (@adambrazier) & David Speed (@davidspeeduk) discuss selling work and why creating experiences can deepen relationships that lead to creative success.
Sep 13, 202151:42
Brand Yourself with Lucy Werner & Hadrien Chatelet

Brand Yourself with Lucy Werner & Hadrien Chatelet

In this Episode we talk to Lucy Werner & Hadrien Chatelet about how to brand yourself as a creative and their new book 'Brand Yourself'
Sep 07, 202101:08:42
Networking For Creatives with Adam Brazier & David Speed

Networking For Creatives with Adam Brazier & David Speed

In this episode Adam (@adambrazier) and David (@davidspeeduk) discuss the importance of people when it comes to turning your passion into a career.
Aug 31, 202156:04
Finding Your Tribe with Dr Chris Ryan

Finding Your Tribe with Dr Chris Ryan

Dr Chris Ryan is a New York Times bestselling author, psychologist, podcaster and vanthropologist (he lives in a van!)
Chris has studied hunter gatherers societies and how civilisation effects human behaviour. This is one of the most fascinating conversations we've ever had on the show!
Aug 23, 202101:11:15
Creating a Legacy with Christian Breslauer

Creating a Legacy with Christian Breslauer

Christian Breslauer is a young, ambitious Director, Writer and Cinematographer. Christian has collaborated with some of the biggest names in music (The Weeknd, Lil Nas X, Marshmello, Doja Cat, Roddy Ricch, Chris Brown, Bebe Rexha) just to name a few.
Aug 16, 202101:12:01
Make a Living Doing What You Love with Chris Do

Make a Living Doing What You Love with Chris Do

Chris Do is a designer, speaker, educator and founder of The Futur. Chris has a audacious mission; to teach a billion people how to make a living doing what they love. We are so aligned with Chris on so many things and it was an honour to interview one of our heroes!
Aug 10, 202101:18:22
Making Creative Change with Adam & David

Making Creative Change with Adam & David

In this episode Adam & David discuss; Change, Planting Flags and YOUR success.
Aug 03, 202152:28
Painting Change with David Puck

Painting Change with David Puck

This week we spoke to the LA based muralist David Puck
Jul 28, 202101:03:01
Building Brands with Andy Nguyen

Building Brands with Andy Nguyen

In this episode we talk to Andy Nguyen about how he has built several different brands including Afters Ice Cream and Matte Black Coffee. Andy has never been afraid to take big risks, to jump in and learn on the job in a bunch of different industries. Despite being kicked out of school and told he would never make it Andy had been able to carve out a very successful creative career.
Jul 20, 202101:02:45
Creating Vs Consuming with Tyler Babin

Creating Vs Consuming with Tyler Babin

This week we have one of our favourite chats yet with Tyler Babin. We go deep on enjoying the process, being creative and writing your own story.
Jul 13, 202101:10:56
Become a Role Model with William Adoasi

Become a Role Model with William Adoasi

In this episode we interview William Adoasi founder of watch brand Vitae London. An entrepreneur with a mission help people who are less fortunate through education.
Jul 05, 202157:26
That Will Never Work with Marc Randolf

That Will Never Work with Marc Randolf

This week we interviewed Marc Randolf - Founder of NETFLIX, author and host of the amazing podcast 'That'll never work'
Jun 28, 202101:11:54
The TikTok Journalist with Sophia Smith Galer

The TikTok Journalist with Sophia Smith Galer

In this weeks episode we talk to visual journalist Sophia Smith Galer about becoming TikTok famous and her new book.
Jun 22, 202149:40
How to Work Alone and Not Lose Your Mind with Rebecca Seal

How to Work Alone and Not Lose Your Mind with Rebecca Seal

In this episode we interview the amazing Rebecca Seal about one of our favourite books ever; Solo.
Jun 14, 202101:08:34
Status, Star Wars & Sacrifice with Adam Brazier & David Speed

Status, Star Wars & Sacrifice with Adam Brazier & David Speed

Because you asked for it, we've made it! This week we're doing a little experiment. A host-led episode where Adam and David discuss thing that have been on their mind over the past month. Let us know if you want more of these episodes by messaging us on instagram; @rebelscreate
Jun 07, 202148:04
Sculpting a Creative Career with Wilfrid Wood

Sculpting a Creative Career with Wilfrid Wood

Wilfrid studied graphics at Central Saint Martins before working behind the scenes at the TV show Spitting Image. Following this he now works as a freelance sculptor creating unique portraits.
May 31, 202158:50
Levelling Up with Frankie Ward

Levelling Up with Frankie Ward

In this week's episode we to talk to the awesome Esports and gaming host Frankie Ward. Frankie is also the host of 'Save Your Game' - the new Red Bull Gaming podcast.
May 24, 202101:13:08
Creatively Curious with Helen Kirkum

Creatively Curious with Helen Kirkum

Helen Kirkum is an artist and sneaker designer. Curious about how sneakers were made, she started dismantling shoes to work out the process. This lead to creating brand new silhouettes using composite parts from different pairs, which has gained attention from the biggest brands in the world.

Helen’s curiosity has led her to a totally unique career where she is able to tell stories with her work and create sustainable ‘new’ products from discarded materials.
May 17, 202101:09:56
Creating Everyday with Erika Lee Sears

Creating Everyday with Erika Lee Sears

Erika Lee Sears is a self-taught oil painter who left the 9-5 grind to pursue a career as an artist. Erika has painted and posted a piece of work every day for the last six years. This consistency has allowed her to grow a huge following across multiple platforms as she evolves as an artist and takes people on a journey through her work.
May 10, 202101:05:44
Quality Over Quantity with Cal Newport

Quality Over Quantity with Cal Newport

Cal Newport is a computer science professor at Georgetown University and a New York Times bestselling author of seven books.

Cal has no social media and writes about how we can do our best, 'deep work' when we master the distractions around us. His new book 'A world without email' delves into how much time our inbox is taking away from us.

Follow us on instagram; @rebelscreate
May 04, 202101:17:29
Your Creative Identity with Poppy Chancellor

Your Creative Identity with Poppy Chancellor

Poppy Chancellor is a paper cut artist. Poppy’s work explores themes of energy, empowerment and creativity but after losing her dad she started using her work to explore the feelings of bereavement. Over lockdown Poppy has grown her ‘Griefcase’ community and together they have navigated the pandemic.

In this wide ranging conversation we discuss some of the hardest parts of being a creative and being okay with where you’re at.
Apr 26, 202101:07:43
Hype Yourself with Lucy Werner

Hype Yourself with Lucy Werner

Lucy Werner is founder of The Wern, an award-winning PR & design consultancy for startups and HypeYourself.com, an online DIY platform for small businesses to learn how to build their brand and do publicity for themselves. She has written a bestselling book Hype Yourself: a no-nonsense PR toolkit for small businesses and regularly teaches and host workshops for Cass Business School, Courier magazine, Hatch Enterprise, UAL & UCL. follow us on instagram; @rebelscreate
Apr 19, 202101:21:57
How to Work Without Losing Your Mind with Cate Sevilla

How to Work Without Losing Your Mind with Cate Sevilla

Cate Sevilla is a journalist, podcaster and writer. Her new book 'How to Work Without Losing Your Mind' dives into the often emotional obstacles that most of us will have to navigate at work, at some point. From nightmare colleagues and bosses to struggling with burnout; Cate has practical advice on how to cope. It's always a pleasure to chat with Cate and you'll be able to hear us on her podcast 'The Heart Of It' very soon! Follow us on instagram; @adambrazier & @davidspeeduk
Apr 12, 202101:12:08
Lift as You Climb with Viv Groskop

Lift as You Climb with Viv Groskop

Viv Groskop is a journalist, podcaster, stand up comedian and writer. Her brilliant new book 'Lift as You Climb' discusses *how* to be ambitious, how to succeed and how to help others along the way.

We got pretty deep in this wide ranging convo and covered topics like how to spread positivity in a negative world, your inner voice and giving a platform to the quieter voices of society.
Apr 05, 202101:24:36
Transforming your Business with Toria Smith

Transforming your Business with Toria Smith

Toria Smith is the founder of Grape and Fig, the UK's first 'grazing' catering company. She has hosted events for brands like Facebook and Airbnb and a host of celeb clients but as all events ground to a halt during the pandemic she had to reinvent the business. From losing their main revenue stream, Grape and Fig is now thriving, leveraging their online presence to cater directly to their fans.

Follow us; @rebelscreate
Mar 29, 202101:03:40
Founding Twitch and Finding Happiness with Justin Kan

Founding Twitch and Finding Happiness with Justin Kan

Justin Kan is an entrepreneur, investor, content creator and co-founder of the streaming platform 'Twitch' - which was sold to Amazon for $950m. In this episode we dive into the work and dedication it takes to build a successful company - but more importantly how to build a successful life.

We go deep in this one and we think it's one of our best. Thanks Justin.

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Mar 22, 202156:29
Creative Boom with Katy Cowan

Creative Boom with Katy Cowan

Katy Cowan is a journalist, podcaster and the founder of Creative Boom. Katy has been championing creativity online for the past 12 years and has galvanised the creative community, by providing insight, industry knowledge and by showcasing emerging talent.
Mar 15, 202101:11:31
Creating a Creative Community on Clubhouse with Amrit Singh
Mar 08, 202101:03:01
The Creative Journey with Martina Martian

The Creative Journey with Martina Martian

Martina Martian is an illustrator turned photographer and content creator. After establishing herself as a successful illustrator and working for lots of global brands Martina began to explore new interests and avenues, pivoting to the world of flash photography.
Feb 26, 202101:05:30
Changing Careers with Charlie Osborne

Changing Careers with Charlie Osborne

In this episode we talk to Charlie Osborne, a designer and brand strategist currently living in Bali. We talk about developing the self awareness needed to start following a career that feels right for you.

Follow us on instagram; @rebelscreate
Feb 19, 202101:12:44
Building Creative Spaces with Ed Stanbury & Max Oppenheim

Building Creative Spaces with Ed Stanbury & Max Oppenheim

In this episode we talk to Ed & Max the founders of Blok.  Blok is an award-winning independent fitness studio. Their mission is to creatively inspire movement. They have created unique spaces across the UK that combine creativity and fitness. They even have an artist in residence! Follow us on instagram - @rebelscreate
Feb 12, 202101:07:41
A Journey To Understanding Happiness with Alex Manzi

A Journey To Understanding Happiness with Alex Manzi

Alex Manzi is a Coach, Podcaster and Author.

After going through his own battles with Depression and Anxiety, he decided to start a platform to help inspire people to live with more clarity and happiness, by challenging the way you think, to open up your mind and invite you to live in the moment.

Follow us on instagram; @rebelscreate
Feb 05, 202101:29:13
The Creative Practice with Seth Godin

The Creative Practice with Seth Godin

Seth Godin is an author, entrepreneur and teacher.

Seth has written 18 books and over 7000 blog posts. His latest book 'The Practice', is designed to give you confidence to start making and sharing creative work.
Jan 29, 202101:00:49