Orbiting the Creative Hairball

Richard Grisdale, creative director, has had a long and distinguished career working on some of UK's  most well-known ad campaigns most notably with Mark Reddy. He joined us to share many stories and anecdotes from his time at Saatchi, JWT and DDB.More on his career at linkedin.com/in/richard-grisdale-478986aa

Master storyboard artist, Mike McLester, joined us to share stories of his career, work and the secrets behind his talents working on some of advertising's renowned  ad campaigns.More on his career at linkedin.com/in/michael-mclester-0745462b

We had the pleasure of chatting with award-winning creative director, Jon Canning, to hear about his remarkable career and the moving stories which shaped his perspective. A truly powerful episode.To find out more about Jon's career, go to linkedin.com/in/jon-canning-12332814

Creative Director, Jim Slattery entertained us with stories of his remarkable career as a publishing editor in the music business transitioning towards a copywriter within the world of advertising. More on Jim's work at www.jimslattery.co.uk

Martin Shellaker joined us to chat about his career change from being a successful  director and shareholder at creative agency, SMP to setting up marketing recruitment consultancy, Breathe.You can find out more about Martin at https://www.linkedin.com/in/martinshellaker/ and at https://www.breatheconsulting.co.uk/ 

Award-winning creative director, Debbie Fagan came on talk about how her love of storytelling carried her to London from South Africa to work on campaigns for brands such as Triumph, Heineken, Coca Cola and Mondelez as well as mentoring young creatives.You can see some of her work at http://www.debbiefagan.com/

John Diss joined us to share his entertaining and very insightful stories of his life and career as a successful and experienced BTL creative director working for the likes of Iris, Hinklin Slade and Publicis Dialog to name a few.You can see more of John's creative responses at https://creativepool.com/johndiss

Neil Barstow, joined us to share his stories of working as a photographer for the likes of CDP on some adland's best known ad campaigns.Now as an accomplished colour management expert, Neil consults organisations such as Christies on their print output as well as giving talks and seminars for Apple and Adobe.More on his work at www.colourmanagement.net

We were joined by series director and animator, Paul Donnellon to chat about his career working on music videos with the likes of Tears For Fears, Kate Winslet and Pink Floyd as well as creating Emmy and BAFTA award-nominated animated title sequences for Hollywood movies.Check out paul's expansive showreels at https://www.voodoodog.com/

Creative director, Tony Snow joined us to share his entertaining story of his life as a successful creative working for some of London's top advertising agencies to transforming into a motivational life coach and now a talent director.See some of Tony's great work at https://www.tonysnowcreative.com/

We had the pleasure of chatting to Alex Pearl, an experienced former copywriter who has transitioned to becoming a published author. Among his books is the very funny "A Brand To Die For" - a murder whodunnit set in 1980s adland.More on Alex and his career and books at https://booksbyalexpearl.weebly.com/ and https://www.amazon.co.uk/Alex-Pearl/e/B00AR0T3QA/ref=dp_byline_cont_pop_book_1

Creative Services Director Richard Slater came on to share his story about learning the ropes from agency legends, including his father, leading to setting up successful project management processes at agencies such as Ogilvy and Keko. You can find out more about Richard at linkedin.com/in/richard-slater-2a436a23

Executive Creative Director Phil Pawsey joined us for an entertaining episode to chat about his experiences as a successful creative, the characters he's met along the way and his love of radio ads.You can find more about Phil at linkedin.com/in/phil-pawsey-b9503612 and at www.blackdog.agency

Renowned creative consultant, Nick Presley joined us to discuss his successful career across the past 35 years or so where he's led creative departments at Triangle, Woo and Initials. Now working as a freelance 'ideas adventurer' his zest for creative shows no signs of waining.Check out his great work at www.creativenickp.com

Dave Newbold joined us to chat through his award-winning work for Mini and his love of going beyond the brief to create successful self-initiative work like 'Footie Classics' and 'Half and Barf Scarves'.You can see more of Dave's great work at www.davenewbold.me and @footieclassics 

Former GGT creative, Andy Archer spoke to us about how his journey of working with industry great Dave Trott has culminated in him passing on his creative experience to others through his creative workshops.More on Andy and his work at linkedin.com/in/andy-archer-4ba39518

ECD Pete Gosselin chatted to us extensively about the importance of the creative process in his award-winning work including Shelter's "House of Cards" and the American Egg Board.View more of his talents at www.petegosselin.com/index2.php 

Matt's career is full of twists and turns. Here, he chats to us about his transition from account manager to planner to award-winning freelance copywriter.More on his work at copywritermattprice.carbonmade.com/ 

Award-winning  Jay Hunt chats to us about his global journey to becoming creative director at Droga5 in New York with a little help from Kevin Bacon and Lionel Ritchie along the way.You can view Jay's talents at www.jayhuntcreative.com

Freelance creative director copywriter shares his experiences of working for some of South Africa's and London's top ad agencies.More on Jake at linkedin.com/in/jake-dearlove-58963013

Creative director and conceptual copywriter, Diana Prince entertained us with her tales of working back home in South Africa, the advertising wonderland of Soho and running away from Russia's secret service in Moscow.You can view her talents at www.dianaprince.co.uk

David Shaw has many years of creative experience. In this episode he gives us an insight into the world of shopper marketing and shopper behaviour.You can find out about David at linkedin.com/in/david-shaw-1191271b

The ever-entertaining Dan O'Bey joined us to chat about his successful advertising career as a creative writer and his love for radio ads.More on Dan's work can be found at http://danobey.com

Pav Messaritis joined us in this episode to chat through his creative journey from a traditional paste-up artist to brand lead at fashion brand Superdry.Check out his design skills at www.messaritis.co.uk

Martin Homent joined us to discuss his career as a successful creative director in London, a social post that led him to be Prince's lead creative and his burgeoning talent as a portrait artist.Check out Martin's work at www.martinhoment.com and at www.instagram.com/redfoxbandit/

Nick Goodey has applied his creative and writing talents across the globe, from Hong Kong to the US. Here he talks about being a creative director and Pinterest influencer.You can see more of his talents at www.goodeygoodey.com

We kick off Season 1 with a pilot episode which features our two hosts, Louis and Das "interviewing" each other. about their careers from the frying pan of Saatchi to the heat in Dubai.More on their work at www.louisloizou.design, www.daspetrou.com and www.louis-das.com

Hannah Martin discusses her transition from a successful advertising copywriter to flag bearer of the potential of women in business in her role as founder of the influential TLC - Talented Ladies Club.More on her Hannah's incredible work at www.talentedladiesclub.com 

Legendary creative director, Guy Moore entertained us with funny tales and anecdotes covering his award-winning career working on a variety of ads for the likes of McDonalds, Nike and Philips.Check out more of Guy's work at www.creativecoalition.co.uk

Award-winning creative director, Tony Malcolm, entertains us with stories of his illustrious career including the seminal Nike 'Parklife' ad and beautifully poetic spots  for McDonalds.Find out more about Tony's amazing work at www.tonymalcolm.co.uk