Pixel Retentive Podcast

In this compelling episode of the Pixel Retentive Podcast, hosts Carl Cleanthes and Ross Ciuppa engage with guests Terrence and Dave, exploring the intersections of artificial intelligence and creativity. From the innovative use of AI tools like DALL-E and ChatGPT to the ethical considerations of AI in art, this discussion sheds light on the evolving landscape of creative careers.   Here's a glimp...

Maurice Cherry is a skilled creative professional with over 20 years of experience across tech, design, media, publishing, and entrepreneurship. He is the Founder and Creative Director of Lunch, a multidisciplinary creative studio in Atlanta, GA. As an active podcaster since 2005, he has hosted several podcasts and works as a creative strategist and development editor. In this episode… Creatives a...

Jacques Spitzer is the CEO of Raindrop, a creative agency combining the best elements of brand building and performance marketing. He is a 4x Emmy winner for Marketing People Love and has helped produce more than $1 billion in sales across his career. He is also a prolific investor and is a Partner at Mari + Gold. In this episode… The average consumer has grown far more aware of marketing in recen...

Benjamin (Ben) Moffat is a Partner and CEO at Gantry, a Salt Lake City agency filled with talented designers, directors, animators, and producers. His expertise spans media production, finance, and business development. Previously, he served as the Director of Business Development at Vérité and as a Finance Broker at Citywide. In this episode… Running an agency is a dream for many creative profess...

Justin Alanís is an active entrepreneur and collaborator, serving as the Co-creator of StoryCo, an open platform designed to assist individuals in easily creating and publishing multimedia stories. Additionally, he is the Founder of Fedora Capital, actively investing in over 50 startups. Previously, he worked as a private equity partner before transitioning into entrepreneurship, lending his exper...

Tyler Mose is the CEO and Co-founder of MatchPoint Studio, a video production and video content marketing agency. He is a marketing and video expert with skills in HR consultancy and a surprising proficiency in mixology. He scaled his previous video agency to a multi-million dollar business and replicated that success at MatchPoint. In this episode… Brands are always searching for new ways to repr...

Dave Chaffey is an augmented reality expert and a Partner of Immertia.io, a startup specializing in implementing AR for customer experience and product packaging. He has an extensive career in digital marketing and entrepreneurship. He also offers his talents as a professional speaker and thought leader, with over 10 years as the Digital Expert for Channel 7's Kochie's Business Builders TV show ....

Fred Seibert is a renowned television and technology entrepreneur. He founded FredFilms and Frederator Studios, executive producing shows like Adventure Time , The Fairly OddParents , and Castlevania . In popular media, he was not only the initial investor and board member at Tumblr but also the Co-founder and original Creative Director of MTV. In this episode… Few entrepreneurs or creatives have...

Andrew Batey is an entertainment entrepreneur and the CEO of Beatdapp, an audit and fraud detection software for music labels and streaming services. For over 15 years, he raised $150 million for his startups and filed over 40 technology patents. Early in his career, he helped launch multiple top 10 artists and released his song that peaked at #4 on the US Country Music Singles chart. In this epis...

Ian Garlic is the Founder of STORYCREWS.COM and Video Case Story, both of which harness the power of video storytelling. He built his career in video marketing and consults service-based clients on how to use SEO and storytelling for customer engagement. Ian also hosts the Garlic Marketing Show podcast, blogs, and speaks at events to share his expertise. In this episode… Storytelling is the beatin...

Jason Swenk is a digital agency coach, mentor, advisor, and marketing expert. He built and sold an eight-figure agency and now helps others scale efficiently. To complement this, he hosts The Smart Agency Podcast and shares his advice through speaking engagements. In this episode… The first instinct of most agencies is to appeal to the largest audience possible. However, success more often arises...

Raphael Paulin-Daigle is the CEO of SplitBase, a business helping fashion and lifestyle e-commerce companies sell more through its Testing Trifecta optimization program. They have worked with clients including L'Oréal, Kiehl's, BestSelf, Frank + Oak, and more. He has previously served as a digital marketing consultant and has founded several companies throughout his fruitful career. In this episod...

Duke Davis is a content creator and social media presence known for his One Shot Questers YouTube channel. The show focuses on Dungeons & Dragons, specializing in short campaigns and one-shot sessions. The show extends to TikTok, Instagram, YouTube, and Twitch. In this episode… In the present time, it's challenging to make yourself noticed on social media platforms like TikTok, Youtube, Instagram,...

Linda Yuan is the Co-founder of Modd.io and has a history of various successful startups. Modd.io is a no-code multiplayer game maker that empowers creators to make their communities while working on a stealth startup. Before her work with budding companies, she worked in finance as an investment banker and a business development specialist. In this episode… Creators face inevitable challenges, tu...

Lisa Larson-Kelley is the Founder and CEO of Quantious, a NY-based marketing agency that works with leading brands in the tech industry. With an impressive portfolio that includes collaborations with tech giants like Meta, Google, Adobe, and Microsoft, as well as nurturing startups with a video-centric focus, Lisa and her agency are at the forefront of exploring the latest trends in AI, VR, AR, an...

Jim Fielding is a Partner and President of the Co-Lab Group at Archer Gray, a modern media company creating quality content, building businesses, and reimagining brands. He has had a long and distinguished career in retail, product design, global supply chain, team development, and content creation. From top global retailers to senior leadership positions at esteemed organizations like Disney, Dre...

Tim Harris is the CEO of Paragon, an NFT experience platform and discovery engine working across a variety of digital media. He is also the Owner of AlleyCat Comics in Chicago, where they experiment with the retail comics space. As a pivotal member of the launch team for the iconic Pokemon Red and Blue, his influence on the gaming world is palpable. Beyond this, Tim serves as an expert and advisor...

Justin Ahrens is the Co-founder, Partner, and Chief Brand Officer of Rule29 and the Marrow companies, a firm that works with clients ranging from nonprofits to Fortune 50 companies. The agency is also a Certified B Corporation and has helped over 20,000 people access water through the Wheels4Water project. Justin is an international public speaker at prominent events such as the AIGA Design Confer...

Adam Martin is a digital media, film, and TV producer with 20 years of experience. He is the Founder of Macroverse, an avant-garde web3 studio that has recently unveiled its comic reader app, a testament to Adam's forward-looking approach to shaping the future of storytelling. Adam has worked on countless media projects, writing, directing, and producing them. Before his current venture, he contri...

Gage Mitchell is the Founder, CEO, and Creative Director of Modern Species, a strategic branding and design agency that works with sustainable product companies. He is also the Founder & Host of Evolve CPG , an online community and podcast for purpose-driven leaders. Gage's expertise extends beyond the realms of design and community building. He is a co-author of " Path to Impact ," a groundbreaki...

Joe Weaver is an entrepreneur and the Founder of Oceanty LLC, a mobile gaming studio that makes games for all ages. He created and sold his spatial communication platform (Ario) in 2022 and secured $1M from Verizon to build the platform for 5G. He is a Unity-certified developer and even worked as a spatial computing specialist. Before these ventures, Joe worked as a software developer for Huntingt...

Carl Cleanthes is a lifelong artist and an entrepreneur, founding his creative studio, Epic Made, in 2006. With over 15 years of experience in animation, illustration, and design, the studio has worked with beloved brands such as SYFY, Nickelodeon, USA Network, WWE, TNT, and many more. In addition to his work with Epic Made, he volunteers for the Hampton Roads Chapter of AIGA and is the current si...

Rebecca Blake is a professional graphic designer with more than 30 years of experience. As the Design Director at Optimum Design & Consulting, she leads the creation of original graphic design, including logos, website interfaces, brochures, publications, mail, and advertising. Beyond her professional endeavors, Rebecca has dedicated herself to championing the rights and concerns of visual artists...

Carl Cleanthes is a lifelong artist and an entrepreneur, founding his creative studio, Epic Made, in 2006. With over 15 years of experience in animation, illustration, and design, the studio has worked with beloved brands such as SYFY, Nickelodeon, USA Network, WWE, TNT, and many more. In addition to his work with Epic Made, he volunteers for the Hampton Roads Chapter of AIGA and is the current si...

Carl Cleanthes is a lifelong artist and an entrepreneur, founding his creative studio, Epic Made, in 2006. With over 15 years of experience in animation, illustration, and design, the studio has worked with beloved brands such as SYFY, Nickelodeon, USA Network, WWE, TNT, and many more. In addition to his work with Epic Made, he volunteers for the Hampton Roads Chapter of AIGA and is the current si...