Just a Chat With

Andrew Dobbie

We’re a video podcast diving into the mind's of the World's best brand and creativity experts. Hosted by Andrew Dobbie - https://linkedin.com/in/andrewdobbie Powered by MadeBrave - http://madebrave.com Book Andrew as a guest on your show, or to speak at your event - http://www.andrewdobbie.co.uk — Give us a follow on our social channels: - https://facebook.com/JustaChatWith - https://instagram.com/JustAChatWith - https://twitter.com/justachatwith - https://linkedin.com/company/35615125 — Our website: https://justachatwith.com

  1. 31 OCT

    Episode 38 | Lars Bastholm | Bastholm Creative Consulting, Ex-CCO at Google | Wonderpanic: Navigating the AI Creative Revolution

    Keywords creativity, AI, digital advertising, leadership, work-life balance, personal growth, innovation, creative management, technology, storytelling Summary In this episode of 'Just a Chat with a Brand and Creativity', host Andrew Dobbie interviews Lars Bastholm, a seasoned creative leader with a rich history in digital advertising and AI. They discuss Lars's unconventional journey into creativity, the evolution of digital advertising, and the challenges of leading creative teams. Lars shares insights on work-life balance, the impact of AI on creativity, and the importance of personal projects for young creatives. The conversation also touches on the duality of AI's potential, exemplified through a humorous experiment with an AI-generated Billy the Fish, showcasing the playful side of creativity in the age of technology. Takeaways Lars's journey into creativity was accidental, starting from a film and English degree. Direct marketing taught Lars the importance of understanding customers. The arrival of the internet changed the landscape of advertising. Leadership styles must adapt to different cultural backgrounds. Creative management often involves navigating corporate politics. AI tools can enhance creativity but should not replace the creative process. Personal projects are crucial for showcasing a creative's true self. The balance between work and life is essential for creativity. AI can create absurd scenarios, but human input is vital for quality. The future of creativity lies in collaboration between humans and AI. Titles Navigating Creativity in the Age of AI From Advertising to AI: Lars Bastholm's Journey Sound bites ""AI can superpower your creativity."" ""Fail fast, have fun while doing it."" ""You don't want to do the shit jobs."" Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Lars Bastholm 02:59 Lars's Journey into Creativity 10:02 The Evolution of Digital Marketing 12:17 Leadership in Creative Teams 18:04 The Challenges of Creative Management 25:04 Transitioning to Google and Work-Life Balance 30:06 Navigating the Creative Landscape at Google 31:58 Creative Leadership at Google 34:44 Balancing Work and Family Life 36:21 The Rise of AI and Machine Learning 39:41 Exploring AI Tools for Creativity 41:34 The Scandinavian Creative AI Summit 43:45 Wonder Panic: The Duality of AI in Creativity 46:44 The Dance of Human and AI Collaboration 49:40 Sora 2: A New AI Social Network 51:54 Navigating Reality in the Age of AI 56:30 The Future of Shared Reality and AI

    1h 5m
  2. 22 OCT

    Episode 37 | Danny Campbell | Founder Hoko Design | Kindness, Chaos and Crocs: The Architecture of a Meaningful Life

    In this episode of Just a Chat with, I sit down with architect and entrepreneur Danny Campbell, founder of Hoko Design and judge on BBC’s Scotland’s Home of the Year. We chat about building a business with purpose, the dangers of ego, and what happens when you scale too fast. Danny opens up about how near-burnout reshaped his views on success, why he swapped a Jaguar for Crocs, and how kindness—not competition—became his guiding principle. It’s a conversation about design, growth, and rediscovering what really matters—at work, at home, and in life. Key Takeaways: Ego is the enemy. Growth driven by ego leads to stress and instability. Purpose-driven growth lasts. Kindness scales. Doing good for others multiplies back—personally and professionally. Simplify to survive. Hoko shrank from 35 people to 10 and became more profitable and happier. Inside-out success. The best businesses start by getting the people and purpose right before the process. You don’t need more—just the right things. Letting go of material pressure creates mental freedom. Chapters 00:00 Welcome Back and Introduction to Danny Campbell 01:51 Incredible Journey: The McLean Brothers' Record-Breaking Row 05:25 Reflections on Travel and Inspiration 09:18 Finding Purpose and Passion in Work 12:54 The Architecture of Home: A Unique Perspective 17:41 Building a Team: The Importance of Complementary Skills 21:57 Navigating Growth: Lessons from Scaling a Business 26:41 Embracing Technology: The Role of AI in Architecture 30:05 The Impact of Public Life: Balancing Work and Family 34:20 Parenting in the Digital Age: Teaching Resilience 39:38 The Future of Hoko: Vision and Growth Strategies More here: https://justachatwith.com/

    48 min
5
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24 Ratings

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We’re a video podcast diving into the mind's of the World's best brand and creativity experts. Hosted by Andrew Dobbie - https://linkedin.com/in/andrewdobbie Powered by MadeBrave - http://madebrave.com Book Andrew as a guest on your show, or to speak at your event - http://www.andrewdobbie.co.uk — Give us a follow on our social channels: - https://facebook.com/JustaChatWith - https://instagram.com/JustAChatWith - https://twitter.com/justachatwith - https://linkedin.com/company/35615125 — Our website: https://justachatwith.com

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