MINDED podcast

Discover the concept of artists as vessels, channeling creativity from a higher source. Dive into the delicate balance between feedback and self-critique. Explore Prune's formative years, passion for craftsmanship, and groundbreaking projects. Prepare for a fascinating conversation with a visionary artist. The Artistic Journey: Internationally acclaimed artist Prune Nourry has been pushing the...

In a sunlit studio in Paris, the vibrant energy of creativity fills the air as Giovanni Leonardo Bassan, a visionary artist and designer, unveils the intricate layers of his artistic journey. From his roots in art and sculpture to his ventures into furniture design and the world of wine, Giovanni's story weaves a captivating tale of artistic exploration and innovation. In this episode, we delv...

In a recent captivating conversation, we had the privilege of sitting down with Daril Fannin, an executive producer, writer, and army veteran. This enlightening discussion explored the profound impact of storytelling, the pursuit of equity in the entertainment industry, and the innovative possibilities that technology brings to the world of film and community building. Join us as we delve into the...

In a recent conversation with Scott Belsky, renowned entrepreneur, author, and Chief Product Officer at Adobe, we delved into the challenges, triumphs, and evolving landscape of the business world. Scott shared invaluable insights on navigating the "messy middle," embracing change, and harnessing the power of AI. Here, we recap the key topics and highlights from our conversation. Survivi...

Miranda Makaroff, a dynamic force in the contemporary art and fashion scene, recently sat down for an engrossing conversation with MINDED. The dialogue touched on an array of topics including Makaroff's creative process, the intertwining of art and emotion, and her experiences and aspirations in the fashion industry. Here’s an in-depth analysis of the conversation. A Deep Dive into the Artist’...

In the dynamic world of fashion, cultural exchange and cross-pollination play a pivotal role in shaping trends and styles. One individual who has mastered the art of blending cultures and shaping the global perception of Chinese fashion is Karchun Leung. As the former Editor-in-Chief of Numéro China and Modern Weekly, Leung's expertise as a cultural connector and tastemaker has been instrument...

In this episode, we had the opportunity to have a conversation with the esteemed curator and cultural critic, Larry Ossei-Mensah. As a Ghanaian-American with over 15 years of experience in the art world, Larry’s insights and perspective are invaluable for anyone interested in contemporary art and curation. Below are the key themes and highlights from our conversation. The Evolving Role of a Curato...

Join us in this riveting episode of the MINDED Podcast titled, "Pedro Reyes: The Intersection of Creativity and Activism". We sit down with Pedro Reyes, a globally renowned artist known for his innovative work in the realm of socially engaged art. Reyes delves into the heart of his creative process, discussing how he utilizes art as a powerful tool for societal change. Discover his trans...

Join us as Polish artist, Agnieszka Pilat, reveals her unique insights on the dynamic relationship between humans and machines. Delve into her collaboration with Boston Dynamics and Agility Robotics, and discover how her art is revolutionizing perceptions. Don't miss this episode on MINDED Podcast! Time to Dive in. Agnieszka Pilat is a celebrated contemporary artist known for her profound work...

Widely considered to be one of the most exciting and influential designers working today, Maarten Baas embraces a practice that is unconventional, rebellious and playful. In this episode, Maarten talks about his ambitious exhibition during Milan Design Week and how the industry is transforming. It's time to dive in. New episodes every Tuesday 🎧👀 Experience the world of art, design, and cultu...

The brilliant Ignasi Monreal talks about collaborating with Gucci’s former Creative Director Alessandro Michele, his relationship with his work, and his experience creating sets for Teatro dell’Opera di Roma. It’s time to dive in. New episodes every Tuesday 🎧👀 Experience the world of art, design, and culture through MINDED Podcast. Engage with groundbreaking artists, visionary designers, and cul...

Faye Toogood is a British artist working in a diverse range of disciplines, from sculpture to furniture and fashion. In this episode she discusses topics such as; how ideas come to fruition, challenging her personal status quo and finding the purpose in your designs. So, what are we waiting for? Let's dive in. Experience the world of art, design, and culture through MINDED Podcast. Engage with...

Mexican architect Fernando Romero joins MINDED Podcast to give us a behind the scenes look at his most ambitious project yet - designing Bitcoin City, an entirely new city in El Salvador built around blockchain technology. Experience the world of art, design, and culture through MINDED Podcast. Engage with groundbreaking artists, designers, and cultural influencers, and delve into their creative p...

Sara Ricciardi shines bright during our conversation in Milan. She shares secrets and details from all five exhibitions happening during Milan Design Week, and discussed that only by nurturing your intuition will you be able to manifest your highest expression of creativity and her take on companies that don't pay designers and artists for their work. The award-winning Sara Ricciardi Studio sp...

Marcel Wanders and Suchi Reddy join MINDED Podcast in Milan to discuss a variety of topics from how Salone went from a fairly local fair to a global superpower. We also chat about the latest opportunities with AI, and how the design industry wants to promote innovation but also easily finds itself stuck in old habits. Marcel Wanders is a Dutch designer, and art director in the Marcel Wanders studi...

Marta Sala and Frank Chou join us on day two of Milan Design Week to discuss if it is even possible to create fully sustainable furniture, and how their commitment to quality has shaped their business into what it is today. They also speak on the ever evolving Chinese market and the lure of Italian craftsmanship. Dive in! Shaped since childhood by a strong family aesthetic, Marta Sala founded her...

Eugeni Quitllet and Tarik Zaharna join the MINDED Podcast Live from Milan on its season 2 debut. They talk about the energy and excitement around the biggest design event of the year, alongside Eugeni discussing his new role as Creative Director of American luxury company Sutherland Furniture. Tarik goes in depth about his exhibition at Artemest' L'Appartamento, where he is proud to showca...

An innovation and leadership guru, Hal is Executive Director of the MIT Leadership Center and Senior Lecturer at the MIT Sloan School of Management. While Hal’s expertise expands across all areas of innovative leadership, asking the right questions cuts deeply across all of his work. He challenges organizations and individuals to question the way we think and act to build a better, more creative w...

Steven Kotler is a New York Times bestselling author and award-winning journalist. He is one of the world’s leading experts on high performance. In 2013 his book, The Rise of Superman, was the first book in history to land on the New York Times bestseller list in the sports, science, psychology, and business categories.    In this episode, Steven talks about performance and his latest book Last Ta...

Ranked by The Guardian as #1 of the Top 50 People Who Can Save the Planet, Terry Tamminen is a man on a mission. He is the former Chief Policy Advisor under Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger, the author of "Cracking The Carbon Code: The Keys to Sustainable Profits in the New Economy", and today serves as the CEO of the Leonardo DiCaprio Foundation. In this episode, we discuss exciting opportunities i...

In the Zone - The ultimate performance! The daughter of the ski patrol director at Utah’s Snowbird ski area, Angel Collinson grew up in employee housing at the base of the mountain, becoming a skier soon after she learned to walk. In 2013, she had a breakout part in Teton Gravity Research’s annual ski movie. Now a regular star athlete in TGR’s films, Collinson claimed many awards for her film part...

Hugh Forrest serves as Chief Programming Officer for South by Southwest (SXSW). Scheduled for  March 8-17, 2019  in Austin, Texas, this event brings together more than 70,000 industry creatives from around the world. In 2014, Forrest was among the SXSW Directors named Austin Entrepreneurs of the Year by Ernst & Young.   In this episode, we talk about meeting inspirational people,  Johnny Cash, Pre...

Responsible for Barefoot College International, Meagan is currently steering the establishment of a further 6 Barefoot College Vocational Training Centers throughout Sub Saharan Africa, Latin America and Pacific; to triple the size of the Barefoot College by 2018. In addition she is leading a dynamic team of young colleagues throughout the world to develop and deploy a digital M&E platform and the...

Tim Kendall has worked with some of the biggest names in the tech world. From Amazon to Facebook, the former Pinterest President decided to leave all of it behind to start a brand new endeavor.   In this episode, we discuss the tech epidemic , the mindset of starting over and expectations for his new company, Moment   Also Available on: iTunes: http://tiny.cc/MINDED_iTunes Spotify https://open.spo...

Raised in the skateboard culture of the late 80’s, Michael Leon’s work lives in a unique place. Created by melding his DIY attitude with finely honed skills in cross-disciplinary design, the results have generated meaningful work for some of the world’s most loved brands from Nike to Patagonia.    In this episode, Sonos' Global Creative Director shares his thoughts on branding, creativity and busi...