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00:00 intro 01:42 - shooting soccer in canada. 05:58 - the importance of storytelling in sports. 10:03 - parents’ understanding of photography career. 11:51 - parental understanding of podcasting. 18:09 - opportunity through risk-taking. 20:27 - freelance photography journey. 24:30 - starting a footballing brand. 26:41 - canadian soccer media representation. 30:40 - journey to fifa world cup. 34:10 - world cup experience before 30. 39:55 - messi vs. ronaldo debate. 43:04 - team aspect of soccer. 45:36 - ea sports branding experience. 50:00 - dream of working with fifa. 54:18 - canadian soccer’s rapid growth. 58:31 - creative inspiration through books. 1:04:08 - collaboration over selfishness. 1:06:36 - squad eats and collaboration. 1:09:33 - drake’s influence in local culture.

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00:00:00 intro 00:01:20 music journey beginnings. 00:04:41 homelessness 00:08:39 identity crisis and self-discovery. 00:14:25 learn versus unlearn. 00:18:17 ego death. 00:23:48 self-reflection and self-praise. 00:28:05 fear of being a psychopath. 00:32:16 branding and tone in marketing. 00:37:22 humor and jokes in pitching. 00:41:02 video content strategy insights. 00:44:03 setting rules in creative projects. 00:49:10 creative workspaces and coffee shops. 00:51:26 anachronism and mixing mediums. 00:58:45 life advice from grandma 01:00:22 building friendships in podcasting.

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[00:00:00] intro

[00:03:09] sneaker era and fashion evolution.

[00:06:19] indie sleaze.

[00:09:28] fashion in youth culture.

[00:14:52] relationships are everything.

[00:18:33] fashion and family acceptance.

[00:20:11] taking breaks for mental health.

[00:24:37] self-care and relaxation techniques.

[00:27:36] the power of short form content.

[00:30:45] newsletters and audience engagement.

[00:37:32] what makes a good fit?

[00:40:45] men's fashion and suit styling.

[00:45:23] virgil abloh's life-changing conversation.

[00:49:32] betting on yourself.

[00:52:14] creative journey obstacles.

[00:56:30] in-person shopping experiences.

[00:59:32] clothing brand collaborations.

[01:03:59] approachable outreach strategies.

[01:05:33] brands with authentic storytelling.

[01:11:01] early 2000s fashion trend prediction.

[01:13:09] hood fashion evolution.

[01:20:22] furniture and togos wishlist.

[01:21:44] influencer marketing campaigns.

[01:26:56] finding home away from home.

[01:29:48] empowering message for creatives.

[01:33:01] shout out to all.

start a conversation with kyron: @gotsweige

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topics:

00:00:00 - introduction 00:01:17 - video pre-production process insights 00:05:44 - long form vs. short form 00:10:53 - let me introduce you to 00:14:35 - adding humor to content 00:18:43 - finding the perfect music 00:23:31 - making videos on deep topics 00:25:05 - the term "bindi boys" 00:29:44 - finding creative direction in content 00:34:48 - pakistan's creative scene 00:39:15 - content creation in pakistan 00:43:27 - love for editing and storytelling 00:46:39 - biggest fears discussed 00:53:31 - dealing with insecurities 00:55:23 - dealing with insecurities and growth 01:03:13 - keep sharing your story 01:03:35 - the power of storytelling 01:08:11 - music industry in pakistan

start a conversation with saim: @saimrehmannn

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00:00:00 - introduction

00:00:31 - life seeker vs. life escaper

00:01:05 - late night conversations and close friends

00:01:48 - hitchhiking and grabbing life by the horns

00:03:23 - the culture of hitchhiking in bc

00:04:17 - trust and community in small towns

00:06:01 - from the mountains to hawaii

00:06:54 - influence of creative parents

00:08:28 - self-motivation and personal expectations

00:09:12 - self-reflection and daily motivation

00:11:04 - writing skills and emotional reach

00:12:31 - transition from business to creative pursuits

00:13:59 - an unplanned stay in montreal

00:15:22 - defining art and personal fulfillment

00:18:01 - finding beauty in everything

00:19:26 - daily inputs and mindfulness

00:22:13 - creative ideas during physical activities

00:23:07 - interest in fashion and japanese designers

00:25:13 - the origin of 'frequency hopper'

00:26:56 - belief in energy and its impact

00:27:23 - becoming a photographer in the creative industry

00:31:57 - getting featured on hypebeast

00:34:49 - evolving as a creative and community building

00:38:19 - the importance of self-confidence

00:40:32 - building self-confidence through actions

00:43:07 - gaining confidence from others' belief

00:45:54 - impact of personal actions on loved ones

start a conversation with pikoi: @frequencyhopper

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topics:

00:00:00 - authenticity and self-love

00:01:10 - musical inspirations and the weeknd's influence

00:03:03 - emotional connection to music during covid

00:04:20 - dropping the "sweeter lou" gimmick

00:05:56 - vulnerability and masculinity

00:07:01 - changing attitudes towards men's emotions

00:09:07 - the power of authenticity in relationships

00:09:42 - feature in british gq and representing filipinos

00:11:08 - family influence and overcoming struggles

00:14:27 - aspirations and impact on others

00:16:05 - transition from flight attendant to healthier lifestyle

00:18:33 - the drive behind pursuing passions

00:21:33 - music creation routine and audience support

00:23:52 - upcoming ep and mental health break

00:24:34 - music video with snakes and artistic vision

00:27:32 - the cost of music production

00:29:23 - early music video experience as a server

00:31:10 - influence of chops and pursuing music

00:33:01 - the detrimental effects of social media

00:35:15 - the importance of disconnecting from phones

00:37:02 - favorite books for creatives

00:38:58 - ideal place for creativity

00:40:07 - anticipated music and fashion brands

00:42:20 - the weekend's influence and other musical inspirations

00:44:13 - the importance of never seeking perfection

00:45:42 - the value of life over materialism

00:47:21 - the trap of social media and appreciating simplicity

00:48:20 - open invitation for conversation and connection

start a conversation with lou: @lou.celestino

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00:00:00 - introduction and passion for raf simons

00:00:47 - educational background and career shift

00:01:52 - transition to styling and collecting designer pieces

00:03:36 - aspiring to be a stylist and working at ssense

00:04:43 - creative fulfillment and building a raf collection

00:05:05 - focusing on raf simons and the impact of silhouettes

00:06:28 - the significance of raf simons' work

00:07:02 - utilizing the raf collection for styling

00:08:00 - raf simons' inspirations and messages in clothing

00:09:14 - the importance of sentiment in clothing design

00:09:44 - favorite raf collection and its influence

00:11:04 - acquiring unique raf pieces and their value

00:13:41 - starting enhancer closet and personal branding

00:15:12 - designing and producing sweatpants

00:18:09 - the significance of sweatpants and future designs

00:20:32 - challenges with production and customer service

00:22:40 - branding and naming of the sweatpants

00:23:39 - upcoming designs and wallet chain accessory

00:24:21 - sentimental value in future clothing pieces

00:27:14 - creative direction in fashion

00:29:02 - quality over quantity in social media posting

00:31:16 - the five stages of grief in design

00:32:08 - the role of creative direction

00:34:01 - the importance of silhouette in styling

00:36:03 - attention to detail in styling

00:37:45 - early interest in streetwear and reselling

00:39:15 - growth and recognition in the fashion industry

00:40:11 - the importance of relationships and connections

00:42:00 - early attempts at a streetwear brand

00:43:52 - looking up to other creators and brands

00:47:01 - favorite places for inspiration

00:47:52 - reading habits and influences

00:48:43 - collaborations and connections in the industry

00:50:06 - understanding social media algorithms

00:52:23 - grail pieces and the value of raf simons' archive

00:53:17 - raf simons buying back his own pieces

00:54:39 - the market for rare fashion pieces

00:56:04 - sourcing and consulting for fashion stores

00:58:59 - contact information and shoutouts

01:00:07 - mention of friends and collaborators in the industry

start a conversation with karim: @eauxclaire I @enhanceyourcloset

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