Just A Chat With

In this episode we sat down with Philippe Meunier who is Chief Creative Officer and Co-founder of Sid Lee, one of the world’s premier creative agencies with offices in Montreal, Toronto, Paris, New York, Los Angeles, and Seattle. With over 28 years of experience in the industry, Philippe has overseen all the creative output for a host of major international clients including Absolut, Adidas, Starbucks, Red Bull, and many more. As an active member of the creative community, Philippe has been invited to chair and serve on the jury panel at various national and international competitions, such as the Cannes Lions International Festival, the D&AD Awards, the Canadian Marketing Awards and Communication Arts. Collaboration is an essential part of Philippe’s approach to creativity and is especially evident in the culture and ideology of Sid Lee. The agency’s core values are based on collectivism and the belief that the group is far stronger than the individual, so every idea and opinion is given equal value. The

In this episode we sat down with Kevin Pike who is an award-winning American film special effects supervisor, below the line talent agent, and screenwriting consultant, best-known for supervising the special effects on Back to the Future. He and his company FilmTrix Inc. were primarily responsible for construction of the film's iconic DeLorean time machine. Kevin got his start in film doing set construction for the movie Jaws, working with the Special Effects crew. Kevin then went on to work with several major studios for film, television, and commercials, working with directors such as Tim Burton, Wes Craven, George Lucas, Steven Spielberg, and Robert Zemeckis.  Kevin’s worked on several other iconic films like Close Encounters of the Third Kind, Star Trek: The Motion Picture, Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom, The Last Starfighter, Fight Club, and Jurassic Park III. Kevin has earned nominations and awards including a Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Individual Achievement in Special Visual Effec

In this episode we sat down with Alexandra Watkins who is an author and leading authority on brand naming. Alexandra is the Chief Executive Boss Lady at Eat My Words, a brand naming firm based in San Diego, California. Alexandra’s book, “Hello, My Name is Awesome: How to Create Brand Names That Stick” was named as one of the Top 10 Marketing Books by Inc magazine and sits proudly on my shelf as one my all time favourites.  Since 2005, Alexandra and her firm have created brand names for hundreds of clients including Amazon, Coca-Cola, Disney, Gap, Twitter, and Xerox. Alexandra is also a popular speaker, delighting audiences at Startup Grind, Endeavor, Collision, and LA Tech Week. She’s also had the pleasure of speaking to MBA students, lecturing at institutions such as Stanford University, the University of California at Berkeley, the Tuck School of Business at Dartmouth, and many more.  Prior to running her own agency, Alexandra was an advertising copywriter, working at leading West Coast ad agencie

In this episode we sat down with Darlene Vogel who is an actress well-known for her very first role as Spike, a member of Griff’s hoverboard gang in the movie Back to the Future 2.  Darlene got her start in New York City and has landed over 100 national commercials, including the ‘Milk does a body good’ campaign.  Darlene has been acting for over 35 years and has done numerous guest stars and Pilot work. She landed the series Pacific Blue in 1995, working on 88 episodes playing Officer Chris Kelly. She also played Melanie McIver in the “One Life to Live” soap opera.  Darlene has three recently-released thriller films including “The Spearhead Effect”, “Extracurricular Activities” and “Day 13”. She’s also had a few starring roles in movies made for Lifetime television including “Smuggling in Suburbia", “Dirty Teacher” and “Walking the Halls”. She’s also made guest appearances on Full House, Northern Exposure, Boy Meets World and CSI. Currently living just a mile from the beach in sunny Santa Moni

In this episode we sat down with David Martin who is the President and Founder of Fantasy Interactive. With offices in New York, San Francisco, Miami and London, Fantasy is a human-centred product innovation team that ships premium products and ecosystems for the world’s biggest brands. Since launching the company in 1999, David has worked with a suite of amazing brands including Netflix, Xbox, Google, Facebook, Twitter, Spotify, MTV, Ford, Porsche, Huawei, Samsung, Tinder and Masterclass (a personal favourite of mine!).  David now also works in a Chief Creative Officer capacity, directly with Alphabet CEO Sundar Pichai, Tesla’s CEO Elon Musk, and Richard Yu CEO at Huawei. Watch the full video version on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3dNn-ySWwMI  Give us a follow on our social channels: - https://www.facebook.com/JustaChatWith - https://www.instagram.com/JustAChatWith - https://twitter.com/justachatwith - https://www.linkedin.com/company/35615125/ Hosted by Andrew Dobbie | Founder, MadeB

In this episode we sat down to chat with Ben Radcliffe who is a digital artist and Media & Entertainment Technical Specialist currently working for Unity. With over 20 years’ experience in CG Feature Animation, Television Animation, and VFX, Ben has worked across the globe with a variety of high-end studios, including Dreamworks Animation, Sony Pictures Imageworks, Walt Disney Feature Animation, MPC, and Industrial Light and Magic. Ben has worked on several amazing projects over the years, including Shrek 2, Veggie Tales, The Polar Express, Chicken Little, Star Wars: The Clone Wars, Star Trek: Into Darkness, The Martian, The Jungle Book, Avengers, Transformers, Dr. Strange, and many more In his current role, Ben is a Media & Entertainment Technical Specialist for Unity Technologies, working with key Game Studios, VFX facilities, and Animation Studios throughout the UK to advance the art and science of film making, visual effects, and animation through the use of Unity, which is the world’s leading rea

In this episode we sat down to chat with Franki Goodwin who is Creative Director at Saatchi & Saatchi. Franki is also the CBO of Western Edge Pictures and Gennaker Group. A graduate of Glasgow School of Art, Franki spent the first part of her career running boutique film marketing agency 'Franki&Jonny', making ground-breaking campaigns for the film industry. Since then, she’s worked across numerous award-winning film, entertainment and brand campaigns—including winning over 80 international advertising awards, including 9 Cannes Lions. See Franki's work here: https://www.frankigoodwin.com/ Watch the full video version on YouTube: https://youtu.be/g574Lobse6c Give us a follow on our social channels: - https://www.facebook.com/JustaChatWith - https://www.instagram.com/JustAChatWith - https://twitter.com/justachatwith - https://www.linkedin.com/company/35615125/ Hosted by Andrew Dobbie | Founder, MadeBrave - http://www.madebrave.com

Season 2 of Just a Chat With is finally here! To kick things off, we sat down with the amazing Debbie Millman who is a writer, designer, educator, artist, and curator who is also well-known as the host of the podcast ‘Design Matters’. Debbie has over 20 years of experience in the industry, working with 200 of the world’s largest brands including Procter & Gamble, Nestle, Kraft, Liberty Mutual, Starbucks, Pepsi-Cola, Haagen-Dazs, Gillette, and Burger King—which she designed the logo for. Debbie has contributed to several media outlets including The New York Times, New York Magazine, Print Magazine, Design Observer and Fast Company, and she is also the author of six books, covering a wide range of subjects including branding, design, art, and philosophy. Debbie is also President Emeritus of the AIGA (American Institute of Graphic Arts), one of five women to hold the position in the organisation’s 100-year history and chair and co-founder of the Masters in Branding Program at the School of Visual Arts in New

Given all that’s happening with COVID-19, we’ve decided to shift our focus for from brand and design for this episode and talk about how all of us in the creative industry can look after our mental health. With this in mind, we had Kate Harris on the show. Kate is the Regional Director at NABS, which is a support organisation for the advertising and media industry based here in the UK.  Learn more about NABS:  https://nabs.org.uk/ Call the NABS advice line (UK only):  0800 707 6607 Donate: https://nabs.org.uk/about-nabs/donations/ Give us a follow on our social channels: - https://www.facebook.com/JustaChatWith - https://www.instagram.com/JustAChatWith - https://twitter.com/justachatwith - https://www.linkedin.com/company/35615125/ Hosted by: Andrew Dobbie | Founder, MadeBrave - http://www.madebrave.com Lewis Phillips | Founder, Campfire - http://www.campfire.agency

In this episode we sat down to chat with James Greenfield who is the Creative Director and Co-Founder of branding agency, Koto, which is in its fifth year and has offices in Berlin, Los Angeles, and in London. James has 18 years of experience in the industry, working with brands such as Skyscanner, Fanta, Venmo, Airbnb, and many more. James is also a global speaker and frequent writer on branding for Creative Review magazine. Watch the full video version on YouTube: https://youtu.be/BC-zNAKkYvI Give us a follow on our social channels: - https://www.facebook.com/JustaChatWith - https://www.instagram.com/JustAChatWith - https://twitter.com/justachatwith - https://www.linkedin.com/company/35615125/ Hosted by: Andrew Dobbie | Founder, MadeBrave - http://www.madebrave.com Lewis Phillips | Founder, Campfire - http://www.campfire.agency

In this episode we sat down to chat with James White in the brand new MadeBrave studio here in Glasgow in Scotland (which is now complete with a new Just a Chat With neon sign!). James is an absolutely amazing and very well-known digital artist, designer, and speaker. He is also the founder of Signalnoise Studio which is based in Newcastle.  James has gained loads of recognition in the industry for his various neon-infused art projects. James has also worked with some amazing brands such as Toyota, Universal Music, Nike, Metallica, Warner Brothers, Twitch and many, many more. See James' work here: https://signalnoise.com/ Watch the full video version on YouTube: https://youtu.be/wxz28uqJFlA Give us a follow on our social channels: - https://www.facebook.com/JustaChatWith - https://www.instagram.com/JustAChatWith- - https://twitter.com/justachatwith - https://www.linkedin.com/company/35615125/ Hosted by: Andrew Dobbie | Founder, MadeBrave - http://www.madebrave.com Lewis Phillips | Founder, Campfire -

In this episode we sat down to chat with Michael Wolff at his home in London. Michael is a world-renowned graphic designer and consultant on brand and corporate identity. In 1965, Michael partnered with Wally Olins to create Wolff Olins which is a brand consultancy with offices in London, New York City, and San Francisco—suffice it to say their client list includes a very long list of iconic brands. Michael is a visiting Professor at the University of the Arts in London and a Senior Fellow of the Royal College of Art. He’s the former President of both the D&AD and CSD. He is also an RDI which is the highest accolade for designers in the UK. Watch the full video version on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vk1NDEJT82M Give us a follow on our social channels:  - https://www.facebook.com/JustaChatWith - https://www.instagram.com/JustAChatWith- - https://twitter.com/justachatwith - https://www.linkedin.com/company/35615125/ Hosted by: Andrew Dobbie | Founder, MadeBrave - http://www.madebrave.com Le

In this episode we sit down to chat with Gavin Strange who is a a Director & Designer at Aardman Animations who are the creators of Wallace and Gromit. Gavin also goes under the alias of JamFactory, working on side-projects from filmmaking to toy design and illustration to photography. Gavin's a keynote speaker, the 'annoying best mate' on CBBC's Art Ninja, and author of a book called 'Do-Fly' which we’ve just finished—it’s very good! Gavin has been working in design for 20 years and recently worked on “Shaun the Sheep: Farmageddon” which came out in theatres in October. See Gavin's work here: https://www.jam-factory.com/ Watch the full video version on YouTube: https://youtu.be/jIp2uCw0-aI Give us a follow on our social channels:  - https://www.facebook.com/JustaChatWith - https://www.instagram.com/JustAChatWith- - https://twitter.com/justachatwith - https://www.linkedin.com/company/35615125/ Hosted by: Andrew Dobbie | Founder, MadeBrave - http://www.madebrave.com Lewis Phillips | Founder, Camp

In this episode we sit down to chat with Claudine O’Sullivan who is a world-class artist and freelance illustrator. Recently moved from London to Glasgow, Claudine has gained the industry spotlight for her distinctive hand drawn illustrations, notably featured in the Apple Pencil launch campaign, which won a World Illustration Award in 2017. Claudine has also worked with established brands such as Twitter, MTV, Island Records, WeTransfer, Tiger Beer, Derwent Pencils, and many more. See Claudine's work here: http://www.claudineosullivan.com Watch the full video version on YouTube: https://youtu.be/82Ak6J9zmdM Give us a follow on our social channels: - https://www.facebook.com/JustaChatWith - https://www.instagram.com/JustAChatWith- - https://twitter.com/justachatwith - https://www.linkedin.com/company/35615125/ Hosted by: Andrew Dobbie | Founder, MadeBrave - http://www.madebrave.com Lewis Phillips | Founder, Campfire - http://www.campfire.agency

In this episode we sit down to chat with Viktorija Grigorjevaite and Marius Janciauskas, co-founders of Sane Seven which is an award winning portrait and advertising photography duo that formed in 2014. They’re well known for their creative portraits of philanthropists, entrepreneurs, and business leaders from brands like Tesco, Liverpool FC, Rolls Royce, Bentley, and many more. Sane Seven have also done work for the likes of Jimmy Choo and Simba Sleep for which they won MIFA’s “Advertising Photographer of the Year”. They’ve been named one of the 200 Best Ad Photographers Worldwide and have written a book called “None of Us Are Superman” , an inspirational business book which won a silver prize at the MIFA awards. Watch the full video version on YouTube: https://youtu.be/82Ak6J9zmdM Give us a follow on our social channels:   - https://www.facebook.com/JustaChatWith - https://www.instagram.com/JustAChatWith-  - https://twitter.com/justachatwith - https://www.linkedin.com/company/35615125/admin/ Host

In this episode we sit down to chat with Jude Ower who is the Founder and CEO of PlayMob - which is a technology platform that connects games with purpose driven brands in a very clever way. Jude has over 13 years of experience working in the gaming industry with brands like Unilever, RB, the UN, Niantic, EA and Rovio. Jude has been voted one of the top 100 women in Tech in Europe, Top 100 women in Games in the
 UK and one of the Creative England Top 50. She’s was awarded an MBE in the 2015 New Years Honours list for entrepreneurship. In 2011 Jude founded PlayMob which has been used by over over 200M gamers resulting in a positive impact in the world. Watch the full video version on YouTube: https://youtu.be/IuLQzoqyc6s Give us a follow on our social channels: - https://www.facebook.com/JustaChatWith - https://www.instagram.com/JustAChatWith- - https://twitter.com/justachatwith - https://www.linkedin.com/company/35615125/admin/ Hosted by: Andrew Dobbie, Founder MadeBrave - http://www.madebrave.com Lewis Phil

A multi-award winning designer, creative, writer, and speaker, Jack is the Founder and Creative Director at Jack Renwick Studio which is an independent branding and design agency based here in Whitechapel, in London. Jack has over 21 years of experience in creative, working for brands like Amnesty International, British Heart Foundation, Royal Mail, Stella McCartney, Prince Harry and Sir Elton John to name just a few. In 2012, Jack founded Jack Renwick Studio which, just this year has won several awards including Gold at the Drum Design Awards and two Silvers at the 2019 Fresh Awards, which was just earlier this month. Originally from Glasgow, Jack started her career at The Partners - now SuperUnion, spending 5 of her 13 years there as Creative Director. Together we discussed the challenges of starting a new business, work-life balance, and some advice from Jack on people who are just getting started in creative and design. Watch the full video version on YouTube: https://youtu.be/cF5qdSqpCKY Give us a follo

In this episode we sit down to chat with Simon Coley, who is a designer, a creative, and marketeer. A Kiwi native, Simon co-founded Karma Cola with Chris and Matt Morrison after a successful career in advertising. Named as one of the world's most ethical companies, in the words of Karma Cola they may just be a Fizzy Drinks but they’re serious about looking after the people who grow ingredients. Together we chat about the “all good idea”, the business of ethical and organic produce, the challenges of starting-up and the impact of popular culture. Watch the full video version on YouTube: https://youtu.be/Qi-rlqJ1R_Y Give us a follow on our social channels: - https://www.facebook.com/JustaChatWith - https://www.instagram.com/JustAChatWith- - https://twitter.com/justachatwith - https://www.linkedin.com/company/35615125/admin/ Hosted by: Andrew Dobbie, Founder MadeBrave - http://www.madebrave.com Lewis Phillips, Founder Campfire - http://www.campfire.agency

In this episode we sit down to chat with Thomas Høegh who is an investor, entrepreneur, and artist. Thomas is also a co-founder of LoveFilm and founder of Met Film School in London, Growth Street, and Arts Alliance Ventures which backs over 50 startups. Together we discussed Thomas' start in radio, where keeping the audience front-of-mind is so essential, and how this has influenced his various business ventures. We also chatted about creative tech and how keeping focused and staying 100% in the moment is hugely important for creative output. Watch the full video version on YouTube: https://youtu.be/JNSOX7gPfQE Give us a follow on our social channels: - https://www.facebook.com/JustaChatWith - https://www.instagram.com/JustAChatWith- - https://twitter.com/justachatwith - https://www.linkedin.com/company/35615125/admin/ Hosted by: Andrew Dobbie, Founder MadeBrave - http://www.madebrave.com Lewis Phillips, Founder Campfire - http://www.campfire.agency

In this episode, we sit down and chat with Marty Neumeier author of 'The Brand Gap', designer and Director of CEO Branding at Liquid agency. Thought leader Marty is known for constantly challenging the way we do things and creating 'charismatic brands' that go beyond just creativity or strategy... together we discussed everything from Marty's early artistic influences to his journey to 'The Brand Gap' and how the "age of algorithm" may affect creativity. Watch the full video version on YouTube: https://youtu.be/T_HQX_8VGts Give us a follow on our social channels: - https://www.facebook.com/JustaChatWith - https://www.instagram.com/JustAChatWith- - https://twitter.com/justachatwith - https://www.linkedin.com/company/35615125/admin/ Hosted by: Andrew Dobbie, Founder MadeBrave - http://www.madebrave.com Lewis Phillips, Founder Campfire - http://www.campfire.agency