Journey to Ad Denver Ad School

When you talk to Jordan Bradley, you can't help but feel that he has an artistic approach and wisdom for creativity that is far beyond his years. Listen and learn as we discuss the creative energy in Atlanta, creatives that inspire us, and what Jordan learned from years of working freelance before coming to Denver Ad School. Oh, and Jordan? I still owe you a some wings...

Confession: we recorded this back in February 2021, but at long last, here is a great conversation with a fantastic writer, Ben Ward. Listen and learn as we talk about the role of sports in our lives, the creative process with food, and even about writing.

Philosophy, brain surgery, or advertising? If he had picked either of the other two, Riley Draper wouldn't be on this podcast. Listen and learn as we take off on a whirlwind end to the first season of Journey to Ad as we discuss how Riley discovered advertising and the infectious energy and optimism that he brings to every project. 

Forever in pursuit of new experiences, Emily Devery has traveled around the world but always seems to come back to Colorado. Listen and learn as we discuss some of the trips and experiences that have shaped Emily's perspectives and speculate what adventures lie ahead.

Alisha Benda is a wonderful creative, storyteller, and human who just seems to want to do everything, including brewing kombucha. Listen and learn as she tells her unique story about a citizen of the world who spent six years in the US Army before bringing her talents and heart to the world of advertising. 

Bringing a background in the world of fine arts to advertising, Tricia Knope is a very thoughtful creative who recognizes the power that ads have to influence culture. Listen and learn as we go from an arts middle school in Portland, Oregon to Denver Ad School and discuss the importance of authenticity in everything.