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Margarida Barreto has spent over 20 years moving through every layer of design  fashion, illustration, branding, UX, and now AI-integrated creative direction. In this episode, she brings a practitioner's clarity to one of the most misunderstood shifts in the design profession: AI hasn't removed the designer's job. It has relocated the most important part of it. She draws a clean lin...

In this episode, I speak with Arthur Machado who is an AI director and AI artist based in Christchurch, New Zealand, originally from São Paulo, Brazil. With over two decades in advertising and film production, he made a deliberate pivot to work full-time at the intersection of AI and filmmaking. In this conversation, Arthur walks us through how he went from advertising producer to AI director, why...

In this episode, I speak with Karissa Clampit we explore how many people freeze when they approach AI because they feel like they have to “be good at it.” They want perfect outputs immediately. They treat AI like an exam instead of a sandbox. Karissa shares how removing the performance mindset changes everything. Clicking around. Testing. Following strange ideas. Letting outputs surprise you. One...

In this episode of Judeslist , I speak with Sabina Podjed about something deceptively simple but deeply psychological: When you create with AI, are you an artist? Sabina didn’t come from an art background. She studied sociology. Worked in marketing, journalism, sales. In 2023, she “accidentally” entered AI while exploring business opportunities and discovered something unexpected: AI unlocked a fo...

In this episode of Judeslist , I speak with Wilfred Lee about something deceptively simple but deeply psychological: Why is it so hard to call yourself an artist? Wilfred shares the internal conflict he’s wrestled with actively creating, exploring ideas, building work yet hesitating to publicly claim the identity of “artist.” Wilfred speaks candidly about the subtle fear of sounding arrogant, the...

In this episode of Judeslist , I speak with Claudia Lalau , an AI filmmaker and founder of Bottom Line AI Agency. Claudia has spent nearly two decades working across the film and advertising industries, starting in traditional post-production before moving into AI filmmaking.  In our conversation, we explore how the role of the filmmaker is changing as generative tools become accessible to anyone....

In this episode, I speak with Teresa Dalia , an artist and art therapist whose work spans film, photography, performance, healing arts, and emerging technology. Teresa’s journey moves across ancient art history and cave paintings, working in the early games industry, practicing art therapy and energy healing for nearly three decades, and now exploring the creative possibilities of AI. In our conve...

In this episode, I speak with Guido Callegari, who shares how discovering generative AI in 2022 completely reshaped his creative career. After 15 years working as an art director in advertising, he began experimenting with tools like Midjourney and Runway, eventually becoming a creative partner with multiple AI platforms and collaborating on projects for global brands. We explore what many people...

In this episode I speak with Evangelia Katsogiannou, a Florence-based fashion designer. With decades of experience across the fashion industry from design to production coordination, Evangelia shares how she bridges the gap between creative vision and execution.  We talk about why ideas deserve to be defended, how she endured months of frustration learning AI before finding her rhythm, and why res...

In this episode I speak with Paola Rocchetti, Co-Founder and Creative Partner at Void ’N Disorder and AI Director at GRAiL. We talk about what pulled her into AI in the first place, why originality is getting harder, and what she thinks will matter most as the tools keep accelerating. Paola shares how Midjourney sparked her first “wow” moment, why she’s less interested in recreating reality and mo...

In this episode I speak with Mark Wachholz, a Berlin-based screenwriter and AI filmmaker. Mark shares his journey from being rejected by traditional film schools to spending over two decades writing novels, games, and scripts waiting for the moment when the kinds of films he wanted to make would finally be possible. For him, AI was the doorway that arrived 20 years later. We talk about his award-w...

In this episode, I speak with Wuraola Oyewusi , whose journey spans pharmacy, AI research, and digital education but what makes her work distinct is how she translates complex AI concepts into the Yoruba language, making emerging technologies accessible to audiences often excluded from digital dialogue. We explore curiosity as a discipline, mastery as a responsibility, and why languages that are n...

This audio comes from the first conversation I ever recorded for Judeslist. It was never published. In 2020, I read something I had written about my mother, about her strength, her faith, and the way she carried our family. After listening quietly, she asked a question that stayed with me: “How did you remember all these things?” At the time, I didn’t realize that question would shape how I think...

In this episode of Judeslist , I speak with PJ Way , founder of Prometheus Productions & AI Film 3. We talk about how AI is reshaping filmmaking by expanding who gets to create and who gets to be seen and heard. PJ shares the origin story of AI Film 3, which began as a small experiment and grew into a platform supporting independent filmmakers working at the intersection of AI, storytelling, a...

In this episode, I speak with Kelly Boesch , an AI artist whose work blends technology, emotion, fashion, music, and color into a deeply human creative practice. Kelly shares how her background in fine art and film shaped her approach to AI, why emotional connection matters more than technical perfection, and how personalization codes help define a truly unique artistic voice. We talk candidly abo...

In this episode, I speak with Jan-Willem Blom an AI filmmaker and creative director whose work sits at the intersection of classic storytelling, world-building and emerging AI tools. Jan traces his creative origin story back to a video store in the Netherlands hours spent studying VHS covers. That early obsession with imagery, myth and struggle later became the foundation for how he approaches AI...

In this episode, I speak with Michaela, an Emmy and Peabody-nominated director who shares her journey through animation, virtual reality, and generative AI. We discuss the evolution of storytelling in the digital age, the importance of authenticity, and the challenges faced by creatives in a rapidly changing industry. Michaela also shares insights into her last project, Echoes of Legend, and offer...

In this conversation, Sandy Carter discusses her book 'AI First, Human Always' and explores the intersection of AI and human creativity. She emphasizes the importance of measuring AI success, the role of data quality, and the need for ethical considerations in AI deployment. Sandy also highlights the significance of engaging with AI tools, the evolving job market, and the future of data...

In this episode I speak with Amoako Boafo who is celebrated for his captivating portraits that honor and elevate Black figures, carving out a significant place for them in the tradition of portraiture.  As a prominent voice in the art of the African Diaspora, Amoako redefines how Black forms are perceived in a global context. His unique approach not only challenges traditional perspectives but als...

In this episode I speak with Usher Takudzzwa Nyambi a PR and Communications consultant based in Harare, Zimbabwe. Usher has contributed articles to platforms such as GQ South Africa, Okay Africa, and Hypebeast Africa. He is passionate about the cultures and creativity of the continent and seeks to use his platform to amplify emerging voices from Africa. We talk about the need for collaboration and...

In this episode I speak with Barbara Minishi, a visionary artist whose work is fueled by transformation, curiosity, and a deep desire for connection. Starting her career in fashion and editorial photography, Barbara has since broadened her artistic horizons to include film, sound design, and conceptual workshops. Barbara's creative journey is a testament to the power of listening to the inner...