The Creative Floor Awards (Shaheed Peera)
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| 28 Feb 2019 | Rising Stars: Tim Jones | 01:09:30 | |
In a drive to inspire and promote talent within healthcare communications we chat to one of the industry’s brightest stars – Tim Jones.
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| 06 Mar 2019 | Rising Stars: Cherie Davies | 00:00:30 | |
We chat to the lovely Cherie Davies Group Creative Director at FCB Chicago. Prepare to be inspired.
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| 11 Mar 2019 | Advertising Legends: Matt Eastwood | 00:52:31 | |
In a drive to inspire and promote talent within healthcare communications we chat to industry Legend – Matt Eastwood, Global Chief Creative Officer at McCann Health.
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| 25 Mar 2019 | Creative Entrepreneurs: Dominic Marchant | 00:58:07 | |
In a bid to inspire and promote talent within healthcare advertising we talk to superstar Creative Entrepreneur Dominic Marchant.
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| 17 Apr 2019 | King of the North: Tom Richards | 00:57:45 | |
We chat to Chief Creative Officer of Havas Lynx Group. Prepare to be inspired by an amazing career in advertising and hear what it takes to win Agency of the year at Cannes Lions Health.
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| 20 May 2019 | The Kim Kardashian of Pharma: @Dr_Draper | 00:51:15 | |
In a bid to inspire and promote talent within healthcare communications we talk to Associate Creative Director and Twitter sensation @Dr_Draper
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| 02 Jul 2019 | Cannes Lions Health 2019 Review | 01:13:41 | |
We chat to the Executive Creative Directors from McCann Health, Sudler, CDM and Area23 to get their perspectives of this years Lions Health festival.
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| 14 Jan 2020 | Diversity in Healthcare Advertising the film | 01:03:44 | |
Richard Paris-Wilson Director at Healthy Films and Faisal Ahmed, Digital Innovation Officer at Sudler come in and chat to us about their new mini documentary: Diversity in Healthcare Advertising.
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| 02 Apr 2020 | How to stay creative during a pandemic | 00:57:09 | |
In conversation with creative leaders from McCann Health, ARK and Weber Shandwick
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| 20 Apr 2020 | The Production Business | 01:00:24 | |
An honest perspective from production companies and advertising agencies on how to get the best out of each other. In conversation with Director Carl Prechezer, McCann Health, JSR and Havas Lynx Group.
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| 04 May 2020 | Delusions of Brandeuer | 00:46:42 | |
We chat with Ryan Wallman (aka @Dr_Draper) about his latest book Delusions of Brandeuer. Funny and an insightful reflection on the current state of the advertising industry. Some great tips on how to publish a book.
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| 20 May 2020 | From Shitkicker to Legend | 01:26:53 | |
Jeremy Perrott, former Global Creative Director of McCann Health drops by.
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| 08 Jun 2020 | Racism in advertising | 00:55:48 | |
In conversation with CDM London, Havas Life Medicom and Pollen Health.
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| 28 Jul 2020 | When Harry met Shaheed | 01:14:20 | |
Harry Brooker from Healthcare Comms podcast chats to Shaheed Peera Founder of The Creative Floor.
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| 28 Oct 2020 | Rising from Redundancy | 01:10:34 | |
Redundancy has become an awful side effect of the pandemic. This podcast covers some great stories that give hope to anyone experiencing it at the moment. We also cover some incredible tips of what to do next and share hundreds of job opportunities currently available. Massive thank you to Tom Bird, Selwyn Learner and Sofia Sheikh
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| 14 Dec 2020 | Episode 16: 2020 Year in Review | 01:15:12 | |
Against the backdrop of the global Coronavirus pandemic, the events of 2020 brought new challenges no one was prepared for, changing the way we live and how we connect with each other. Our panel discuss the highs and lows of the year. Featuring leaders from McCann Health, Weber Shandwick & Ark London.
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| 13 Jan 2021 | Episode 17: Next Generation | 01:43:54 | |
In conversation with Chief Creative Officers of Havas Lynx Jon Chapman, Paul Kinsela and Executive Creative Director of McCann Health London, Guy Swimer.
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| 26 Jan 2021 | Episode 18: Fourcast drop by | 01:30:34 | |
Frank Walters, Adrian Parr and Selwyn Learner from the Fourcast podcast drop in for a chat. We talk about the state of the world, Hermann Göring and some predictions for 2021. | |||
| 08 Feb 2021 | Episode 19: Mastering Change | 00:42:53 | |
Melissa Heebink Talent Manager of FCB Health shares her experiences of dealing with life changing events. From losing her job as a Creative Director two days before witnessing 9/11. An incredibly inspiring story to help us all in challenging times.
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| 21 Feb 2021 | Episode 20: Virtual Independence | 01:16:25 | |
Top tips on how to launch an agency from the comfort of your own home. In conversation with Founders of Naked Health on their journey from big networks to their own virtual agency. Featuring Jonty Toosey, Max Jackson, Lee Williams and Raj Jangra.
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| 07 Mar 2021 | Episode 21: The Humble Hustler | 02:05:22 | |
Elliot Langerman shares his amazing journey of how he made it into the advertising industry and gives us insider secrets into the success of the world's most awarded health & wellness agency Area23.
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| 21 Mar 2021 | Episode 22: A Woman's World | 00:47:14 | |
In conversation with VMLY&R, Chief Creative Officer, Health Augé Reichenberg. A heartfelt and brutal journey of making it to the top. This podcast shares stories of harassment that may upset some listeners.
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| 05 Apr 2021 | Episode 23: Hacking Toolkits | 00:57:40 | |
If global toolkits and market research bring you out in a cold sweat, this podcast is for you. Toby Pickford from Ogilvy Health Australia and Tim Porter from Boehringer Ingelheim share their hilarious experiences and invaluable learnings.
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| 06 May 2021 | Episode 24: How to become a President | 00:58:36 | |
In this episode we chat to the new President of McCann Health UK, Jonathan Kukathasan. Hear his amazing journey and brilliant insights of how to make it to the very top.
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| 27 May 2021 | Episode 25: Behind Unspoken Symphony | 00:44:50 | |
We chat to 21 Grams and get the exclusive story behind Unspoken Symphony. Full case study can be seen here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xRgRgq-MLVw
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| 22 Jun 2021 | Episode 26: Diary of an Ex-CEO | 00:54:52 | |
We chat to Ex-CEO of Havas Lynx, David Hunt. Hear his inspiring story from tea boy to running one of the most award winning health & wellness agencies in the world. | |||
| 29 Jul 2021 | Episode 27: Behind The World's Most Awarded | 00:58:33 | |
An exclusive chat with the Winners of Most Awarded Network and Agency of The Creative Floor Awards 2020 & 2021. Hear some incredible insights and tips on how to make some of the most creative work in the world. In conversation with the team from McCann Health & McCann health New York, Matt Eastwood, Stephanie Berman and Joshua Grossberg. | |||
| 26 Aug 2021 | Episode 28: Empathy Glove | 00:57:27 | |
In conversation with #tcfawards 2020 & 2021 winners Proximyl Health. We chat to some of the team behind their Neuropathy Reality Experience and learn some incredible insights you will not want to miss. | |||
| 14 Sep 2021 | Episode 29: Craft vs Covid | 00:48:34 | |
In conversation with the folks at CDM, JSR and Intouch to see how production has changed during the global pandemic. Amazing stories, tips and tricks on how to produce award winning work in a Covid world. | |||
| 22 Jan 2022 | Episode 30: Fourcast Part 1 | 00:54:26 | |
Season 4 kicks off with a brilliant review of 2021 and some predictions for 2022. We are joined by the original Fourcast panel; Jeremy Perrott, Selwyn Learner, Adrian Parr and Frank Walters. | |||
| 29 Jan 2022 | Episode 32: Fourcast Part 2 | 00:29:54 | |
Fourcast Part 2 continues with the brilliant Jeremy Perrott, Selwyn Learner, Adrian Parr and Frank Walters. | |||
| 02 Feb 2022 | Episode 33: World Top 10 McCann Health New York | 00:53:58 | |
An exclusive collaboration with Advertising Health to celebrate The World's Top 10 agencies. We talk to Chief Creative Officer of McCann Health New York Stephanie Berman. | |||
| 06 Feb 2022 | Episode 34: World Top 10 FCB Health New York | 00:48:03 | |
Another exclusive collaboration with Advertising Health to celebrate The World's Top 10 agencies. This week we talk to the brilliant Chief Creative Officer of FCB Health New York Kathleen Nanda. | |||
| 12 Feb 2022 | Episode 35: Being Creative, Gay & Muslim | 01:49:38 | |
Aaisha Razzaq pops in and talks to us about her incredible life. A heartfelt insight into what it's like as a minority in the advertising industry. This podcast shares stories of abuse, racism, homophobia and islamophobia which may upset some listeners. | |||
| 26 Feb 2022 | Episode 36: Starting Again | 00:39:07 | |
David Hunt pops in and shares why he's started his own advertising agency again. An inspiring story of what it's like to start a creative business in a global pandemic. | |||
| 05 Mar 2022 | Episode 37: Incredible Transitions | 01:13:58 | |
June Laffey Ex-Chief Creative Officer of McCann Health New York pops in and talks to us about her rise to the top of ad-land and her incredible transition into becoming founder of the Topi Topi Spiritual Retreat. | |||
| 14 Mar 2022 | Episode 38: The Guru | 01:06:18 | |
Rishad Tobaccowala pops in and chats to us about getting people to see, think and feel differently about how to grow themselves, their teams and their company. He has been named by BusinessWeek as one of the top business leaders for his pioneering innovation and TIME magazine dubbed him one of five “Marketing Innovators.” Some useful links of how you can connect with Rishad and his amazing mind: https://rishadtobaccowala.com/ https://rishad.substack.com/ | |||
| 28 Mar 2022 | Episode 39: Inside Archive | 00:57:01 | |
Lewis Blackwell Co-Owner of Luerzers Archive pops in. He chats to us about his career and shares some incredible insights into what it's like running the publication. He also relives stories on David Carson and Jony Ive. | |||
| 11 Apr 2022 | Episode 40: Parky Life | 01:24:14 | |
Matt Eagles Head of Patient Engagement at Havas Lynx Group was diagnosed with Parkinson's at the age of 7. He shares his incredible life story, tips on how to stay positive and how to live a life with purpose. | |||
| 15 Jan 2023 | Episode 41: Fourcast 2023 Part 1 | 00:56:33 | |
The original Fourcast crew Jeremy Perrott, Frank Walters, Adrian Parr, and Selwyn Learner kick off Season 5 with a reflection on 2022 and some predictions for 2023. Incredible insights on how to combat loneliness, building a creative culture, the future of the creative department, advice on training and getting inspired for the next 12 months. | |||
| 28 Jan 2023 | Episode 42: Fourcast 2023 Part 2 | 00:46:21 | |
Fourcast 2023 concludes with more sage advice and creative gems from Jeremy Perrott, Frank Walters, Adrian Parr and Selwyn Learner. This podcast contains explicit language. | |||
| 04 Feb 2023 | Episode 43: The Invisible Opponent, Tyson Fury Part 1 | 00:51:16 | |
Dan Russell, Managing Director of Seven Stones, shares his epic 2 year journey of making The Invisible Opponent film with heavyweight boxing champion of the world, Tyson Fury for CALM (Campaign Against Living Miserably). Great learnings in this episode on how to get to a world-class brief, how to sell work when you can't present it, the power of determination and a masterclass on how creativity can come from anyone.
Tyson Fury film: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7_DzA6ov33U&t=1s Follow up film with England football player Declan Rice: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nHDpJebqPQU
To see the excellent work CALM do and for support on suicide please visit: | |||
| 11 Feb 2023 | Episode 44: The Invisible Opponent, Tyson Fury Part 2 | 00:42:56 | |
The Invisible Opponent, Tyson Fury concludes.
Tyson Fury film: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7_DzA6ov33U&t=1s Follow up film with England football player Declan Rice: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nHDpJebqPQU
To see the excellent work CALM do and for support on suicide please visit: | |||
| 25 Feb 2023 | Episode 45: War Child | 01:50:29 | |
An inspiring story of how Khalid Latif escaped the terror of Saddam Hussein to reach the heady heights of VMLY&R Health. Great learnings in this episode on the power of diversity, line management vs looking after people, how to build anyone into a creative superstar and mastering the art of job numbers. | |||
| 04 Mar 2023 | Episode 46: In Vogue | 00:48:06 | |
John Reid ECD Syneos Health, pops in and shares how his team managed to get Genentech and the Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA) community into New York Fashion Week and in Vogue. Great lessons here on dreaming the impossible, a new model of the creative team and how the pharmaceutical communications industry can be part of culture.
Links to work below: Vogue: https://www.vogue.com/article/adaptive-fashion-show-at-nyfw Show highlights: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nLOOodsoVB0 | |||
| 11 Mar 2023 | Episode 47: Talent & Diversity Fund Winners | 00:02:43 | |
A quick announcement of who won our Talent & Diversity Fund. | |||
| 18 Mar 2023 | Episode 48: Top Boy | 02:03:45 | |
To demonstrate how our Talent Fund is changing lives, we bring you a story from Key4Life, one the charities we now support. | |||
| 01 Apr 2023 | Episode 49: Dear Deidre | 01:33:43 | |
We are joined by an expert panel of 'agony aunts' who attempt to solve your toughest professional challenges. Topics covered in this episode include dealing with emotional creatives, money, sexual harassment, ageism amongst many more... | |||
| 15 Apr 2023 | Episode 50: Rise of the robots | 01:05:01 | |
Our panel of bleeding edge creatives and technologists give us an overview of how a.i. is going to help change your world for the better. And potentially for the worst. An invaluable episode for creatives who don't know where to start and for those who are already heavily experimenting with it. This episodes panel are: Faisal Ahmed - Digitally Sick Chris Seda - EVP, Director of Experience Design, FCB Health New York
For links to help you find out more see below:
https://www.ipd.uw.edu/2022/12/a-diffusion-model-for-protein-design/ MIT article https://www.technologyreview.com/magazines/the-design-issue/ PubMed https://www.mosaicml.com/blog/introducing-pubmed-gpt ChatGPT - Bullshit machine Futurepedia LAION database | |||
| 23 May 2023 | Episode 51: The Creative War Room Part 1 | 00:49:28 | |
Töbe Pickford from The Creative War Room podcast got in touch to talk about career battles with The Creative Floor Awards podcast host Shaheed Peera. To help them reach as many people as possible we are cross promoting the next 2 episodes on here. | |||
| 08 Jun 2023 | Episode 52: The Creative War Room Part 2 | 00:43:48 | |
We have an inspiring update on our 'Dear Deidre' episode which you won't want to miss. This is the second episode we are cross promoting for The Creative War Room podcast. This episode will help those who need to find their mojo, focus and purpose. | |||
| 13 Sep 2023 | Episode 53: The Ultimate Guide to Digital Engagement | 00:51:04 | |
* BONUS EPISODE * | |||
| 15 Jan 2024 | Episode 54: Fourcast 2024, Part 1 | 00:34:57 | |
The original Fourcast crew Jeremy Perrott, Frank Walters, Adrian Parr and Selwyn Learner give us a reflection on last year and some industry predictions for 2024. As ever, lots of bad jokes and unmissable observations to help you navigate the next 12 months. Check out this episodes sponsor: boomcgi.com If you want a shout out for any open job roles, production services on future episodes email: awards@thecreativefloor.com | |||
| 20 Jan 2024 | Episode 55: Fourcast 2024, Part 2 | 00:24:09 | |
Part 2 of our Fourcast chat with Jeremy Perrott, Frank Walters, Adrian Parr and Selwyn Learner. If you want a shout out for any open job roles, production services on future episodes email: awards@thecreativefloor.com | |||
| 27 Jan 2024 | Episode 56: Fourcast 2024, Part 3 | 00:33:25 | |
Part 3 of our Fourcast chat with Jeremy Perrott, Frank Walters, Adrian Parr and Selwyn Learner. PM360 SPARK: The Innovation Summit on March 25, 2024 Full details: https://www.pm360online.com/the-innovation-summit-2024If you want a shout out for any open job roles, production services on future episodes email: awards@thecreativefloor.com | |||
| 03 Feb 2024 | Episode 57: Fourcast 2024, Part 4 | 00:25:30 | |
The concluding episode of our conversation with the Fourcast crew. Some great insights on A.I., mistakes agency’s make when it comes to culture and how to hold onto your humanity over the next 12 months. Thank you to this episodes sponsor: https://arabadonline.com/en To get your hands on the final 50 of our working for home candles (never to be made again) visit: https://thecreativefloor.com/awards/shop/ If you want a shout out for any open job roles, production services on future episodes email: awards@thecreativefloor.com | |||
| 10 Feb 2024 | Episode 58: The Power of Advertising, Part 1 | 00:26:21 | |
We chat to Legend Creative Director, Commercials Director and Creative Floor 2024 judge Steve Hudson. Hear his inspiring story into ad land and his best lessons from John Webster, Frank Budgen and Sir John Hegarty to name but a few. Everything you need to know about getting your best work through market research and how to think of an idea when you just can’t. This conversation will help make you a better Creative (even if you’re technically not one). Check out Steve’s ground-breaking work and creative education platform: thepowerofadvertising.com Thank you to this episodes sponsor: boomcgi.com If you want a shout out for any open job roles, production services on future episodes email: awards@thecreativefloor.com | |||
| 17 Feb 2024 | Episode 59: The Power of Advertising, Part 2 | 00:27:26 | |
Part 2 of our chat with Steve Hudson on The Power of Advertising. Thank you to this episodes sponsor PM360. Details on their Innovation Summit, New York March 25, 2024: https://www.pm360online.com/the-innovation-summit-2024 If you want a shout out for any open job roles, production services on future episodes email: awards@thecreativefloor.com | |||
| 24 Feb 2024 | Episode 60: The Power of Advertising, Part 3 | 00:26:32 | |
The concluding episode of our epic chat with Steve Hudson. If you want to book Steve for a seminar or want to be first to access his upcoming masterclass on ‘Everything you need to know about advertising but were afraid to ask - A clients guide to effective successful advertising’ email awards@thecreativefloor.com Check out this episodes sponsor: boomcgi.com If you want a shout out for any open job roles, production services on future episodes email: awards@thecreativefloor.com | |||
| 02 Mar 2024 | Episode 61: Agency Tales, Part 1 | 00:35:40 | |
WARNING: DO NOT LISTEN TO THIS IF YOU ARE EASILY OFFENDED A compilation of the advertising industries most outrageous and funniest stories. This episode contains stories about Nicole Kidman, Mr. T, Jack Black, Vinnie Jones and Helen Baxendale. Thank you to the episodes contributors: Jeremy Perrott: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeremy-perrott-257246168/ Paul Pateman: https://www.pateontoast.co.uk/ Dick Dunford: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dick-dunford-151a01a/ To send in your agency tale email us at: awards@thecreativefloor.com Links from todays shout outs: https://thepowerofadvertising.com https://thecreativefloor.com/awards/shop | |||
| 09 Mar 2024 | Episode 62: Agency Tales, Part 2 | 00:26:03 | |
DO NOT LISTEN TO THIS IF YOU ARE EASILY OFFENDED A compilation of the advertising industries funniest and most outrageous tales. This episode contains stories about Ricky Gervais and Edris Elba. Thank you to the episodes contributors: Ben Kay: https://ben-kay.com/ Steve Moss: https://www.linkedin.com/in/steve-moss-b5309517/ To send in your agency tale email us at: awards@thecreativefloor.com Links from todays shout outs: https://thepowerofadvertising.com https://thecreativefloor.com/awards/shop | |||
| 16 Mar 2024 | Episode 63: Agency Tales, Part 3 | 00:23:02 | |
DO NOT LISTEN TO THIS IF YOU ARE EASILY OFFENDED More compilations of the advertising industries funniest and outrageous tales. Thank you to the episodes contributors: Steve Moss: https://www.linkedin.com/in/steve-moss-b5309517/ Paul Pateman: https://www.pateontoast.co.uk/ Andrew Short: https://www.andrewshort.info/ To send in your agency tale email us at: awards@thecreativefloor.com Links from todays shout outs: https://thepowerofadvertising.com https://thecreativefloor.com/awards/shop | |||
| 19 Mar 2024 | Episode 64: Talent Fund Winners | 00:01:33 | |
Announcing the Winner of our Talent & Diversity Fund Proud to be the only health and wellness award show in the world to donate a percentage of profits towards a Talent & Diversity Fund, that helps people from under-represented communities into health and wellness communication agencies. To see this years Talent & Diversity Fund winners please visit: https://thecreativefloor.com/awards/talent-fund/ | |||
| 23 Mar 2024 | Episode 65: Agency Tales, Part 4 | 00:30:36 | |
DO NOT LISTEN TO THIS IF YOU ARE EASILY OFFENDED More tales from the crazy world of advertising. This episode contains stories about Richard Curtis, John Lennon and Paul McCartney. Thank you to the episodes contributors: Paul Pateman: https://www.pateontoast.co.uk/ Ben Kay: https://ben-kay.com/ Steve Hudson: https://thepowerofadvertising.com/ To send in your agency tale email us at: awards@thecreativefloor.com
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| 30 Mar 2024 | Episode 66: Mug Punter, Part 1 | 00:33:13 | |
Welcome back to the world’s No.1 Marketing podcast! Legendary Creative, Director, Artist, Producer, Editor, Publisher, Public Speaker and Designer Mark Denton pops in for a chat. The perfect conversation if you’re looking for some motivation and advice on how to create the best advertising in your career. To see Marks incredible work: https://www.coy-com.com/ | |||
| 06 Apr 2024 | Episode 67: Mug Punter, Part 2 | 00:37:02 | |
Welcome back to the world’s No.1 Marketing podcast! | |||
| 13 Apr 2024 | Episode 68: Mug Punter, Part 3 | 00:37:59 | |
Welcome back to the world’s No.1 Marketing podcast! | |||
| 20 Apr 2024 | Episode 69: Brief Different | 00:38:54 | |
Welcome back to the world’s No.1 Marketing podcast! | |||
| 27 Apr 2024 | Episode 70: Rise of the Robots 2024 | 00:53:55 | |
Lucky you, your ears are about to listen to the World’s No.1 Marketing podcast. Welcome to "Rise of the Robots 2024," where we delve into the ever-evolving landscape of artificial intelligence (AI) and its profound impact on society. In this panel discussion, we bring together leading experts and thought leaders to explore the latest developments, challenges, and opportunities in the realm of AI. From advancements in machine learning to ethical considerations and the future of work, join us as we navigate the complex intersection of technology and humanity (at least that’s what Chat GPT told me to write). Today’s panelists: Faisal Ahmed, Digitally Sick Joseph Graiff, FCB Health New York Patrick Mullady, FCB Health New York (And a brief hello) Chris Seda, 21Grams Links from episode: | |||
| 01 Jul 2024 | Episode 71: 2024 Cannes Review | 01:17:51 | |
A special bonus episode giving you an unfiltered insiders guide into this year's Cannes Lions Festival. Is it really all scam work and a waste of money? Our guests unpack this for you and more. Podcast panelists: John McPartland, Ogilvy Health Oliver Caporn, Concentric Life | |||
| 15 Jan 2025 | Episode 72: Fourcast 2025 | 00:56:46 | |
Season 7 kicks off with the electrifying Fourcast crew: Jeremy Perrott, Frank Walters, Adrian Parr and Selwyn Learner. Discover the secrets to staying relevant in a fast-changing world and finding your “why.” An unmissable conversation packed with acerbic honesty, wisdom and bad puns. https://awards.thecreativefloor.com/talentfund Links from episode: https://thecreativefloor.com/awards/masterclass https://www.youtube.com/@officialshapeshifting Advertising Health World Top 10: https://advertising-health.com/the-official-2023-advertisinghealth-world-top-10-in-partnership-with-clio-health-2/ To promote any open roles or production services email: awards@thecreativefloor.com | |||
| 25 Jan 2025 | Episode 73: Agency Tales 2025 | 01:04:38 | |
DO NOT LISTEN IF YOU HAVE A WEAK SENSE OF HUMOUR OR STRONG MORAL COMPASS In this episode, we somehow managed to involve Princess Diana, King Charles, Prince William, Princess Kate, Prime Minister Gordon Brown, Dustin Hoffman, James Gandolfini, Andy Serkis, Spandau Ballet and David Abbott. (Yes, that David Abbott.) Big shoutout to this episodes contributors for spilling the beans: Robert Campbell, Paul Burke, Frank Walters, and Jon Webb. Important Deadlines & Links (No, we’re not joking—some of this is actually useful): 📅 Talent Fund Submissions (Deadline: 31 January): 📚 Masterclass: 🎟️ Tickets to PM360 SPARK (Feb 24, New York): 💥 CGI That’ll Blow Your Mind: 🎥 Shape-Shifting Magic by Havas: Need to plug an open role or production service? | |||
| 01 Feb 2025 | Episode 74: Where Did Your Advertising Go Wrong? | 00:46:37 | |
If every new project sends you into an existential crisis… if you’ve ever Googled “how to explain to my agency they don’t understand my business”… or if you lie awake at night wondering how your award-winning concept turned into a stock photo disaster, this episode is for you. We sit down with Steve Hudson, founder of The Power of Advertising, a multi-award-winning Creative Director and Commercials Director with 25+ years in the game. Steve has cracked the code for Clients and Agencies on how to create world-class campaigns every single time, and he’s here to share his fool-proof blueprint. Expect insights, hard truths, and a rescue plan for your next campaign. Let the greatest be your teacher, or at least help you avoid another “make the logo bigger” disaster. 🔗 Important Deadlines & Links (Yes, some of this is actually useful): Need to plug an open role or service? Drop us a line at awards@thecreativefloor.com 🎤🔥 | |||
| 08 Feb 2025 | Episode 75: The Rockstar, Part 1 | 00:59:34 | |
What happens when an adman with the swagger of a rockstar and the creative chops of a legend shakes up the communications industry? You get Robert Campbell, the mind behind some of advertising’s most iconic campaigns. From shaping ads for Virgin, Lego, BMW, Jaguar, The Times, L’Oréal, and more, to co-founding Rainey Kelly Campbell Roalfe, one of the UK's most successful independent agencies before being bought by Y&R. Robert’s career is the stuff of industry folklore. Oh, and did we mention we’ve got the untold story of Uncommon Studios’ Co-Founder Nils Leonard, who once worked under him? Yeah, you’ll want to hear this. 🔥 Epic stories, career-defining lessons from his old boss David Abbott, and proof that advertising really is the original rock ‘n’ roll industry. 🎧 Listen now before your Creative Director claims they heard it first 🎟️ PM360 SPARK (Feb 24, NYC): https://buff.ly/4jf1GT5 #NotAllAwardsAreCreatedEqual | |||
| 15 Feb 2025 | Episode 76: The Rockstar, Part 2 | 01:06:32 | |
The legend returns! Adland’s original rock ‘n’ roller Robert Campbell is back for another round of epic stories, outrageous lessons and jedi-wisdom you won’t find anywhere else. 🔥 This episode is so stacked with legends, we’re surprised it doesn’t have its own Hollywood biopic. Featuring: 🎧 Listen now before your Account Executive pretends they heard it first. 🔥 Important stuff: #NotAllAwardsAreCreatedEqual | |||
| 22 Feb 2025 | Episode 77: The Rockstar, Part 3 | 00:54:04 | |
Robert Campbell is back, dropping more wisdom, war stories and advertising gold you won’t find anywhere else. 🔥 Important Stuff You Should Probably Know: #NotAllAwardsAreCreatedEqual #Advertising #Marketing #Podcast | |||
| 01 Mar 2025 | Episode 78: The Rockstar, Part 4 | 01:03:37 | |
Brace yourself, Robert Campbell is back for one last (probably) round of industry wisdom, outrageous stories and brutally honest predictions. If you haven’t taken notes yet, now’s your chance before your boss pretends they invented everything he says. 🔥 Important Stuff That Might Actually Impact Your Career: #NotAllAwardsAreCreatedEqual #Advertising #Marketing #Podcast #Development #Training | |||
| 08 Mar 2025 | Episode 79: Rise of the Robots 2025 (by the Robots) | 00:15:54 | |
🚨 BREAKING: AI Has Taken Over The Creative Floor Awards Podcast! 🤖🎙️ But then Faisal, in a truly mad scientist moment, fed our recording into a couple of AI platforms… and BOOM! AI created its own version of our podcast. AI reviewing us, talking about AI? We’ve officially lost control. And don’t worry, the human version drops next, featuring actual flesh-and-blood experts (for now). 🔗 Important Deadlines & Links (Yes, some of this is actually useful): | |||
| 11 Mar 2025 | Episode 80: Rise of the Robots 2025 (by the Humans) | 01:04:34 | |
AI had its turn. Now, it’s time for the humans to fight back 🤖 vs. 🧠 Joining us for this definitely not AI-generated discussion: We’re diving into: | |||
| 15 Mar 2025 | Episode 81: Dear Deidre, 2025 | 01:09:14 | |
Ever had a work dilemma so awkward you’d rather fake a panic attack than ask your boss? Well, we’ve got you covered. This week, our expert agony aunts tackle your toughest questions, including: 💰 How do you ask for more money without triggering your agency going bankrupt? 🔥 Your agency just set fire to its ED&I initiatives, do you: A) Call it out, B) Update your LinkedIn to “Open to Work,” or C) Grab marshmallows and watch the chaos unfold? Our wise (and slightly judgmental) panel: 🎧 Listen now before HR gets Elon to take it down 🔗 Important Deadlines & Links (Yes, some of this is actually useful): | |||
| 22 Mar 2025 | Episode 82: Secrets of a CCO | 00:54:12 | |
Ever wondered what it takes to go from the admin department to running the world’s largest health and wellness creative agency? Spoiler: It’s not good PowerPoint skills and pretending to look interested. 🔥 We sit down with one of the most successful Chief Creative Officers on the planet, Kathleen Nanda, CCO of FCB Health New York, who went from humble beginnings to growing a team of over 450 creatives at the top of the industry. She gives us the blue-print on: If you're a creative and dream of becoming a CCO or just want the inside scoop on what they actually do all day, this episode is packed with gold and is unmissable. 🎧 Listen now, you'll thank us for it when you become CCO. #NotAllAwardsAreCreatedEqual | |||
| 25 Mar 2025 | Episode 83: Talent Fund Winners | 00:05:20 | |
🚀 NEW BONUS EPISODE. Because giving back feels good (shocking, we know). A special thank you from this year’s Talent Fund Winners: To all our judges and everyone who enters The Creative Floor Awards, you’re basically superheroes (minus the capes, but we’ll work on that). 🦸♀️🦸♂️ Your creativity is literally changing lives ❤️ Check out this year’s winners👇 #NotAllAwardsAreCreatedEqual | |||
| 29 Mar 2025 | Episode 84: Idea to Empire | 00:44:01 | |
Ever had a genius idea to start your own advertising agency but got stuck somewhere between “This could work” and “How do I even start?” 🤯 Well, good news, you don’t have to sell a kidney or start calling yourself a visionary disruptor on LinkedIn (yet). Serial entrepreneur David Hunt and his Chief Creative Officer Emily Knight-Kristoffersen (KK) at The Considered, spill the beans on how to actually start an agency without going broke or burning out. Expect no-BS advice and industry secrets no one tells you before you dive in. If you’ve ever thought, “Maybe I should start my own thing?” this episode will either be your blueprint for success or a cautionary tale (either way, entertaining). 🎧 Listen now before someone else launches your idea and makes trillions. emily.kk@the-considered.com 🚨 Important Deadlines & Links (Yes, this stuff might actually help you. Shocking, we know): 🏆 2025 Awards are OPEN! Third Deadline: 4th April (Procrastinators, this is your sign). Full details: https://thecreativefloor.com/awards 📚 Masterclass: Want to boost your odds of making world-class work? We’ve got the cheat codes: https://awards.thecreativefloor.com/masterclass 💥 BOOM CGI: Because even your wildest ideas deserve to look expensive: https://boomcgi.com/ 🎤 Need to plug a job or service? Drop us a line at awards@thecreativefloor.com. We promise to read it (probably) 🔥 | |||
| 05 Apr 2025 | Episode 85: Brutal Feedback | 01:00:28 | |
Ever received feedback so savage it made you consider a career in alpaca farming? 🦙 We’re talking: 🔥 Interview meltdowns so bad they should come with a bullet-proof vest Today's survivors: 🥊 Khalid Latif, VML 🥊 Brett O’Connor, VCCP Health 🎧 Listen now before you get your next "quick bit of feedback" 🚨 Important Deadlines & Links (Yes, this might actually be useful. We’re just as surprised as you are.) 🏆 2025 Awards FINAL DEADLINE - FRIDAY 11th APRIL (If you’re a last-minute legend, this is your cue to panic efficiently.) 👉 Full details:https://thecreativefloor.com/awards 📚 Masterclass: Want to make world-class work? We’ve basically got the cheat codes. No Konami code required. 👉https://awards.thecreativefloor.com/masterclass | |||
| 12 Apr 2025 | Episode 86: The Legacy Blueprint | 00:52:13 | |
Last year we launched our inaugural Hall of Legends Award… because why just win awards when you can be immortal? 🏆👑 So this week, we’re diving headfirst into legacy. What is it? Do you need one? Is it just for billionaires and Bond villains? And most importantly, how do you build one without spontaneously combusting from burnout? If you’ve ever dreamed of being the Charles Saatchi of our generation (minus the ‘mood swings’), plug in, press play and maybe take some notes. Your legacy isn’t going to build itself. 🚨Show Notes & Deadlines (we know you usually skip this bit, but this time it might actually help you look clever.) 🏆 2025 Awards FINAL CALL – FRIDAY 25th APRIL 📚 Masterclass: Want to make world-class advertising? We’ve basically got the cheat codes, minus the 3am existential crisis and sad desk lunches. 🎮✨ 👉 https://awards.thecreativefloor.com/masterclass Need to plug a job or service? Hit us up at awards@thecreativefloor.com. We definitely read our emails (unless there’s cake in the kitchen). 🎤🔥 | |||
| 16 Apr 2025 | Episode 87: BONUS EPISODE: Naked Voice Crossover | 00:39:29 | |
Because why just run one of the world’s top creative award shows when you can also hijack someone else’s podcast and spill all the secrets? In this juicy behind-the-scenes chat with our friends at Naked Voice, we reveal: 🕵️♂️ What it really takes to run an awards show (hint: coffee, chaos and mild existential dread) Hosts with the mosts: 🚨 Links You’ll Actually Want to Click (We know, shocking.) 🏆 2025 Awards FINAL CALL: Friday 25th April 📚 Masterclass: Want to level up your creative game? 💋 For sexy sound waves, follow the Naked Voice Podcast 👉 https://nkdhealth.com/podcasts | |||
| 19 Apr 2025 | Episode 88: With Dave & I | 01:43:01 | |
This week, we sit down with the Joe Rogan of advertising himself - Dave Dye. One of the most awarded creatives, a blogging Jedi and the kind of podcaster who probably has a mic built into his soul. #NotAllAwardsAreCreatedEqual 🚨 Links from this podcast you’ll actually want to click (we know, shocking.) 🏆 2025 Awards THIS IS IT... FINAL CALL THIS FRIDAY 25th April 📚 Masterclass: Want to level up your creative game? 🧠 The BT Pitch. A masterclass in clarity, charm, and how to win hearts before budgets: | |||