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🎙️ Making Sense of Data In the rapidly evolving world of nonprofits and edtech, data isn’t just numbers—it’s the key to unlocking success. Join host Unmesh on Making Sense of Data, where we explore how organizations and edtech solutions leverage data to maximize impact, improve training outcomes, and skyrocket fundraising. ✨ In this episode, we’ll cover: How leading nonprofits and edtech companies use data to craft compelling success stories. Tools like CRMs and LMS integrations that streaml ...
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Learn from the superstars turning content into cash! From social media influencers to small local businesses, people everywhere are harnessing the power of creative tools to design not just brands and content, but also deeply satisfying careers. In the Making explores the practical challenges and surprising rewards of working in this new creator economy. Join Adobe’s Teresa Au for conversations with content creators, solopreneurs, and industry experts who offer inspiration and insight for co ...
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I'm Rob Johnston, a designer and photographer based in New York City. I am also the founder of Meet the Creatives - a podcast that seeks to bridge the gap between entry-level creative professionals and the industry's best. Through the podcast, live events and various social platforms, I am building a community that connects thousands of entry-level creatives from around the world. The show has featured guests from companies like Facebook, Google, Snapchat, Twitter, Disney, Nike, Huge, Sesame ...
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Cockroach Lab’s Big Ideas in App Architecture is a podcast for architects and engineers building modern data-intensive applications and systems. In every weekly episode, an innovator joins the show to share useful insights from their experiences building reliable, scalable, maintainable systems. Welcome to Big Ideas in App Architecture!
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Best of MTC: Brian Collins x Chris Do Q&A Session – Recorded at COLLINS: in Brooklyn, New York
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1:16:05Best of MTC: Brian Collins x Chris Do Q&A Session – Recorded at COLLINS: in Brooklyn, New York 🎙️ Connect with Rob Johnston and Explore Meet the Creatives! 🌐 Dive into the world of creativity and inspiration with Meet the Creatives and its founder, Rob Johnston! Here's how you can stay connected: 🖥️ Meet the Creatives Website: www.MeettheCreatives.…
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Nonprofit AI: Exponential Impact Training
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17:06Send us a text This episode delves into the transformative potential of Generative AI (GenAI) for nonprofit, social impact, and CSR organizations, aiming to equip individuals with the tools and mindset to achieve "10x impact". Inspired by leading AI figures like Andrew Ng, this approach emphasizes leveraging advanced AI tools and a transformative m…
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'Looking Back on the Early Days of The Handmaid's Tale' with Burton LeBlanc – Makeup Artist | Dept Head | Designer for The Handmaid's Tale
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9:18'Looking Back on the Early Days of The Handmaid's Tale' with Burton LeBlanc – Makeup Artist | Dept Head | Designer for The Handmaid's Tale 🎙️ Connect with Rob Johnston and Explore Meet the Creatives! 🌐 Dive into the world of creativity and inspiration with Meet the Creatives and its founder, Rob Johnston! Here's how you can stay connected: 🖥️ Meet …
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'How a Film Set Actually Works' with Colin Watkinson, Director of Photography on The Handmaid's Tale
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6:26'How a Film Set Actually Works' with Colin Watkinson, Director of Photography on The Handmaid's Tale 🎙️ Connect with Rob Johnston and Explore Meet the Creatives! 🌐 Dive into the world of creativity and inspiration with Meet the Creatives and its founder, Rob Johnston! Here's how you can stay connected: 🖥️ Meet the Creatives Website: www.MeettheCrea…
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'Shooting Some of The Handmaid's Tale's Most Iconic Scenes' with Colin Watkinson, Director of Photography on The Handmaid's Tale
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5:38'Shooting Some of The Handmaid's Tale's Most Iconic Scenes' with Colin Watkinson, Director of Photography on The Handmaid's Tale 🎙️ Connect with Rob Johnston and Explore Meet the Creatives! 🌐 Dive into the world of creativity and inspiration with Meet the Creatives and its founder, Rob Johnston! Here's how you can stay connected: 🖥️ Meet the Creati…
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'The Reality of Being First on Set for The Handmaid's Tale' with Burton LeBlanc – 3X Emmy | 4X Guild | MET Fashion Award Nominated Makeup Artist | Dept Head | Designer for The Handmaid's Tale
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5:35'The Reality of Being First on Set for The Handmaid's Tale' with Burton LeBlanc – 3X Emmy | 4X Guild | MET Fashion Award Nominated Makeup Artist | Dept Head | Designer for The Handmaid's Tale 🎙️ Connect with Rob Johnston and Explore Meet the Creatives! 🌐 Dive into the world of creativity and inspiration with Meet the Creatives and its founder, Rob …
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Data Challenges and Solutions for Program Management
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8:03Send us a text Tired of scattered data and struggling to get meaningful insights? This episode dives into the common data challenges faced by organizations, from inconsistent data across multiple tools to the limitations of traditional solutions like CRMs and spreadsheets. We'll explore a new approach to data collection and management that unifies …
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Tackling Data Challenges: Internal, External, and Unified Solutions
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15:15Send us a text This podcast episode delves into the critical challenges that social purpose organizations face in simplifying data collection and management for both internal and external data sources. It highlights how data often becomes scattered across multiple systems, making it difficult to unify and analyze for meaningful impact. The discussi…
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Data-Driven Impact: ICF Foundation's Approach to Social Change
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41:18Send us a text Welcome to the Sopact Podcast! 🚀 Today, we have a truly inspiring episode featuring Coura Badiane, Vice President of the International Coaching Federation (ICF) Foundation, and Kathleen Lihanda, Director for Social Impact at ICF Foundation. Joining us as well is Hetal Sheth from Sopact, who has been closely working with ICF to revolu…
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No BS Impact Measurement: Building Real Skills for Real Change
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37:28Send us a text Join Unmesh Seth, Founder of SOPACT, and his team as they break down the real challenges and solutions in impact measurement and management (IMM). In this special episode, they unveil SOPACT’s No BS Impact Measurement Course, a hands-on, practical program designed to help organizations take full ownership of their data, improve impac…
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Empowering Change with Qualitative and Quantitative Synergy
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🚀 MTC Season Premiere: Can ChatGPT Give Good Career Advice for Entry-Level Creatives? 🤔 | With Rob Johnston
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5:47Hey everyone, welcome back to Meet the Creatives! I’m Rob, and after a bit of a break, we’re back in action. Today, I’m keeping it real and breaking down five pieces of career advice for entry-level creatives—straight from ChatGPT. Some of it’s solid, some of it’s questionable, and some of it makes me wonder if AI is coming for our jobs (spoiler: i…
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Inside Infrastructure as Code with Pulumi’s Founder & CEO
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43:53In this episode, David sits down with Joe Duffy, CEO of Pulumi, to explore the revolutionary changes in cloud infrastructure and the power of Infrastructure as Code (IaC). Pulumi is redefining how developers and organizations manage cloud resources by enabling them to use familiar programming languages for scalable, efficient infrastructure managem…
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Empowering Nonprofits: Ditching CRMs for Transformative Data Hubs
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What I WISH I Did in College with Rob Johnston
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5:04In this solo episode from 2018, Rob Johnston—then 27 years old—reflects on the lessons he wishes he had learned in college. Looking back, he shares the skills and knowledge he overlooked, from networking to creative exploration, and what he would do differently if he could go back. Whether you're in school or years out, this candid take on personal…
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Hey Nonprofits—Overome the CRM Trap! Build a Data Hub That Drives Results!
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Harnessing Qualitative and Quantitative Insights in the AI Era for Social Impact
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Best of MTC: Michael Bierut, Partner at Pentagram
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39:16🎉 Meet the Creatives is BACK on 2.1.2025 with a brand-new season! To kick things off, we’re revisiting one of the most legendary episodes with Michael Bierut, Partner at Pentagram and one of the most influential designers of our time.Originally the Season 8 Premiere, this episode dives into Michael’s incredible career—from his early days at Vignell…
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Best of MTC: Sarah Rebar, llustrator/Writer RETURNS!!!! 🤩
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41:08🎉 The new season of Meet the Creatives is ALMOST HERE, and we’re kicking it off by revisiting one of our most beloved episodes with Sarah Rebar!Originally aired in 2024, this fan-favorite conversation highlights Sarah’s inspiring career as an illustrator and writer. From her nine years at Sesame Street (including creating muppets for Ahlan Sim Sim,…
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Best of MTC: Unmesh Dinda, Founder, PiXimperfect
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26:15On this episode of Meet the Creatives, Rob Johnston revisits his conversation with Unmesh Dinda, founder of PiXimperfect. Known for his approachable teaching style and expertise in Photoshop, Unmesh shares his journey to becoming a leader in digital artistry and building a global creative community. He offers practical advice for mastering Photosho…
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Inside Ericsson: How AI and Automation Are Shaping Telecom
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53:08Connectivity has become as essential as power and water—without it, our modern world would grind to a halt. In this episode, David sits down with Anand Bajaj, Chief Architect at Ericsson, to explore the revolutionary shifts taking place with 5G technology. Anand breaks down the evolution from wired networks to the unparalleled flexibility of 5G, hi…
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Impact Measurement: From CRM Challenges to Agile Data Hubs
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11:50Send us a text The episode examines how nonprofits can adapt their impact measurement strategies to meet modern challenges, moving beyond traditional methods and tools. We explore real-world nonprofit experiences, case studies of various organizations successfully utilizing new data solutions, and the importance of developing a supportive data cult…
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Transforming Training Programs: Harnessing Data Storytelling for ROI and Impact
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15:45Send us a text Unlock the secrets of measuring training effectiveness and uncover the elusive ROI that every organization seeks. Imagine transforming your training programs from mere checkboxes to powerful tools that enhance job performance and boost financial gains. This episode promises to guide you through innovative strategies, from pre and pos…
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Unboxing the Cloud: AI, Microservices, and Resilient Databases
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54:43What does it take to build systems that thrive in today’s fast-evolving tech landscape? In this episode, we talk with Jim Hatcher, Solutions Engineer at Cockroach Labs, about the future of application architecture. From cloud commitments and database optimization to the transformative role of AI, Jim shares expert insights into building resilient, …
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SROI in the Age of AI: Driving a Data-Driven Social Impact Revolution
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18:33Send us a text The episode explores the evolving nature of Social Return on Investment (SROI) by focusing on the integration of data and AI in measuring social impact. We discuss the challenges of traditional methods, the importance of becoming data owners, and the necessity of ethical frameworks for utilizing data responsibly while promoting conti…
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Building a Data-Driven Vision for 2025 For Mission Driven Organizations
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20:38Send us a text Understanding the principles of effective data management can dramatically enhance impact for mission-driven organizations. By centralizing data, asking the right questions, and leveraging automation, nonprofits can transform chaos into actionable insights while ensuring that the stories behind the numbers drive decision-making. • Im…
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Transforming Workforce Training: Unleashing the Power of Data and Theory of Change
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21:26Send us a text Unlock the secret to transforming your workforce training programs with our latest episode, where we promise you'll learn how to turn strategic roadmaps into impactful change. Navigating the complexities of AI, robotics, and climate change, we explore how a well-crafted theory of change can ensure your training resources translate in…
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Power of Data Hubs and Storytelling For Social Impact
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18:59Send us a text Unlock the potential of your nonprofit's data management with our latest episode, where we promise you'll discover a game-changing approach to streamline operations and boost decision-making. Explore the transformative capabilities of data hubs, which centralize information from CRM systems and social media, allowing organizations li…
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Bridging the STEM Education Gap: Data-Driven Impact with EnCorps
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38:53Send us a text Welcome to our exciting new video series where data meets storytelling to drive real impact in STEM education, workforce training, and social impact! 🚀 In today’s episode, we introduce EnCorps, a nonprofit tackling the critical shortage of STEM teachers in under-resourced U.S. schools. Joining us are two incredible leaders—Kathleen a…
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The Future of Learning: Evaluating Training for Impact in a Changing World
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15:52Send us a text By 2030, over one billion people will require retraining due to the rise of AI, robotics, automation, and green transitions. Yet, more than 92% of the world’s population faces financial barriers to quality education. The result? A looming global skills crisis that could leave 530 million people without secure work, costing trillions …
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Teresa Au chats with motion graphics designer and director Emonee LaRussa, known for her inventive lyric videos for artists like Megan Thee Stallion, Kanye West, and Lil Nas X. Emonee shares her experience as a woman of color in the digital arts, and why it’s so important to her to share her expertise, resources, and connections. Plus, Teresa finds…
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Living Life Colorfully with Jason Naylor (Live at MAX)
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24:32Teresa Au chats with artist and creative director Jason Naylor live at Adobe MAX 2024. They talk about the power of yes, betting on yourself, and what it means to open your heart. Plus Jason shares the personal messages behind his extremely colorful murals, how he found his style, and why he doesn’t seek out inspiration. What you’ll hear in this ep…
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Strategic AI and Cloud Solutions: GitHub’s Blueprint for Modern Development Success
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39:57In this episode, David welcomes Ari LiVigni, Senior Cloud Solutions Architect at GitHub, for an engaging conversation about cloud infrastructure, cloud adoption, AI, and security. Join us as we discuss: The importance of effective cloud solutions for data protection and security, including a look at tools from GitHub, AWS, and Azure. GitHub's signi…
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'From Where You Are to Where You Want to Be' Chase Jarvis, Artist, Entrepreneur, Bestselling Author + Podcast Host
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16:06'From Where You Are to Where You Want to Be' Chase Jarvis, Artist, Entrepreneur, Bestselling Author + Podcast Host 🎙️ Connect with Rob Johnston and Explore Meet the Creatives! 🌐 Dive into the world of creativity and inspiration with Meet the Creatives and its founder, Rob Johnston! Here's how you can stay connected: 🖥️ Meet the Creatives Website: w…
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Best of MTC: Tim Jacobus, the Illustrator Behind the Iconic 90's Goosebumps Covers 👻
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48:09Best of MTC: Tim Jacobus, the Illustrator Behind the Iconic 90's Goosebumps Covers 👻 🎙️ Connect with Rob Johnston and Explore Meet the Creatives! 🌐 Dive into the world of creativity and inspiration with Meet the Creatives and its founder, Rob Johnston! Here's how you can stay connected: 🖥️ Meet the Creatives Website: www.MeettheCreatives.org 📸 Rob …
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Teresa Au chats with Allan Peters of Peters Design Company. He’s a brand mark expert, the author of Logos That Last, and the guy who blew up on Instagram Reels reimagining classic logos like Citibank, UPS, and Gatorade. They talk about Allan’s strategic path to launching his own firm, how asking what he wants has led to some of his biggest jobs, an…
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Cloud Architecture in the Public Sector: Balancing Innovation and Security
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1:03:00Ever wondered how cloud architecture works in the public sector? In this episode, David Joy is joined by Nik Mayer, Principal Cloud Architect at Maximus, a company that partners with state, federal and local governments to provide critical health and human service programs. Nick discusses his journey into cloud architecture, emphasizing the impact …
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BONUS: Emma Orhun Live from Ottawa Design Club
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21:12Emma Orhun is a creative multi-tool: a content creator, graphic designer and walking science experiment. She has gone from being a software developer and creative technologist at Shopify to full-time freelance designer working with local and international brands. You can find her work on the bottom of Nike SB shoes and all over the internet. Combin…
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GenAI Meets Celebrity: Inside Cameo’s Journey from Startup to Stardom
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50:54This week, David is joined by Dom Scandinaro, CTO at Cameo, the platform that allows users to send personalized videos from celebrities and creators. Scandinaro gives an in-depth overview of Cameo’s rapid growth from a simple idea into a robust and deeply personalized fan experience platform with the digital infrastructure to match. Join us as we d…
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Teresa Au chats with graphic designer Magdiel Lopez about all the spaces for creativity in his life, from his famous “A Poster A Day” project, to his personal artistic practice, to the buildings and offices that his firm transforms into art-filled, meaningful spaces. They also discuss how immigration shapes your thinking, mental health in the face …
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The Journey From Mainframe to Adopting Generative AI With Equifax’s Senior Network Architect
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56:27In this episode, our host David Joy speaks with Samarth Shah, Senior Network Architect at Equifax to learn about the steps they took to modernize from the mainframe to the cloud, as well as the impact AI has on the industry. Join as we also discuss: The limitations of the mainframe and what enterprises need to consider when moving towards a cloud a…
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BONUS: Welcoming Rejection with Liz Mosley and Chris Do
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24:12For this bonus episode, host Teresa Au shares a conversation between design superstar and In the Making guest Chris Do and graphic designer Liz Mosley. Liz candidly reveals how Chris’ (very polite!) refusal to appear on her podcast inspired her to take on a personal challenge of gaining 100 professional rejections in six months. The surprising resu…
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Radical Generosity with Tina Roth Eisenberg
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30:13Teresa Au talks to the legendary founder of Creative Mornings and design blogging pioneer Tina Roth Eisenberg, also known as swissmiss. They explore how Tina’s love of gathering and community both feeds her soul and has led to three thriving design businesses. Tina shares the next big idea from CreativeMornings, the importance of experiments, and w…
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Teresa Au checks in with Instagram’s favorite photo director, Emily Keegin, about how photographers are doing these days. They look at how AI is just the latest technical breakthrough in the medium, what people can do that AI can’t, and the best way to think about trends. Plus, Emily shares tips for creators and solopreneurs to find and create grea…
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Modernizing Your Cloud Strategy with OneStream’s Senior VP of Cloud Architecture
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46:25In this episode, we dive into the heart of cloud architecture, disaster recovery, observability, and more with OneStream’s Senior VP of Cloud Architecture, Ryan Berry. Whether you're a tech enthusiast or finance professional, this episode offers indispensable knowledge on navigating modern cloud landscapes and optimizing financial software solution…
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Learn by Teaching with PiXimperfect’s Unmesh Dinda
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24:37Teresa Au talks with PiXimperfect’s Unmesh Dinda, who teaches Photoshop to over 6 millions followers via fun and accessible videos. They discuss Unmesh’s passion for teaching, his philosophy of progress over perfection, and the challenges of running a creative business. Plus, Teresa asks the hard questions to find out if Unmesh himself was created …
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Best of MTC: Live AMA with Ben Crick, Apple Design Team , Former Partner & Creative Director at COLLINS
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54:23Best of MTC: Live AMA with Ben Crick, Apple Design Team , Former Partner & Creative Director at COLLINS 🎙️ Connect with Rob Johnston and Explore Meet the Creatives! 🌐 Dive into the world of creativity and inspiration with Meet the Creatives and its founder, Rob Johnston! Here's how you can stay connected: 🖥️ Meet the Creatives Website: www.Meetthe…
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Driving digital transformation with Chief Architect at Altimetrik, Ignacio Segovia
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51:16In this episode, David is joined by Head of Product Engineering and Chief Architect at Altimetrik, Ignacio Segovia. From revolutionizing product engineering to harnessing the power of cloud technologies, Ignacio breaks down the themes of digital transformation in today's rapidly evolving landscape, and how Altimetrik fosters cultural alignment and …
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'Meeting Olivia Rodrigo at The White House' Hannah Cecille, Creative Producer at Instagram Live from The Walker Hotel in Tribeca, New York
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7:48'Meeting Olivia Rodrigo at The White House' Hannah Cecille, Creative Producer at Instagram Live from The Walker Hotel in Tribeca, New York 🎙️ Connect with Rob Johnston and Explore Meet the Creatives! 🌐 Dive into the world of creativity and inspiration with Meet the Creatives and its founder, Rob Johnston! Here's how you can stay connected: 🖥️ Meet …
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'The Importance of Maintaining Relationships' Ivy Ross, VP, Head of Design for All Hardware Products at Google
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7:51'The Importance of Maintaining Relationships' Ivy Ross, VP, Head of Design for All Hardware Products at Google🎙️ Connect with Rob Johnston and Explore Meet the Creatives!🌐 Dive into the world of creativity and inspiration with Meet theCreatives and its founder, Rob Johnston! Here's how you can stayconnected:- 🖥️ Meet the Creatives Website: www.Meet…
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