Creative Headspace

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Creative Headspace

headspace of the greatest creatives around the world. please DON'T follow or review the show ;)

  1. 10/28/2024

    how midday squares went from $0 to $35 million—here is the formula

    start a conversation with nick: ⁠thatsalt start a conversation with me: ⁠saimfarooqui⁠ video conversation available @CreativeHeadspace on youtube if you see this: post a review and send me a screenshot at @mycreativeheadspace, and we can have a short conversation :)

    1h 4m

  2. 09/25/2024

    how to build a career in sports media, tagwa's creative headspace

    topics: 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. start a conversation with tagwa: shuttersworth start a conversation with me: saimfarooqui video conversation available @CreativeHeadspace on youtube if you see this: post a review and send me a screenshot at @mycreativeheadspace, and we can have a short conversation :)

    1h 10m

  3. 09/03/2024

    how to build the life you’ve always dreamed of as a creative, chanho's creative headspace

    topics: 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. start a conversation with chanho: @iseebang start a conversation with me: @saimfarooqui i @mycreativeheadspace video conversation available @CreativeHeadspace on youtube if you see this: post a review and send me a screenshot at @mycreativeheadspace, and we can have a short conversation :)

    1h 1m

  4. 08/20/2024

    10 years of fashion advice in 1 conversation, kyron's creative headspace

    conversation topics :) [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 start a conversation with me: @saimfarooqui i @mycreativeheadspace video conversation available @CreativeHeadspace on youtube if you see this: post a review and send me a screenshot at @mycreativeheadspace, and we can have a short conversation :)

    1h 32m

  5. 06/24/2024

    going viral in 2024, saim rehman's creative headspace

    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 start a conversation with me: @saimfarooqui I @mycreativeheadspace video conversation available @CreativeHeadspace on youtube if you see this: post a review and send me a screenshot at @mycreativeheadspace, and we can have a short conversation :)

    1h 9m

  6. 04/22/2024

    frequency hopping, pikoi's creative headspace

    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 start a conversation with me: @saimfarooqui i @mycreativeheadspace video conversation available @CreativeHeadspace on youtube if you see this: post a review and send me a screenshot at @mycreativeheadspace, and we can have a short conversation :)

    1h 12m

  7. 03/15/2024

    be vulnerable man, lou celestino's creative headspace

    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 start a conversation with me: @saimfarooqui I @mycreativeheadspace video conversation available @CreativeHeadspace on youtube if you see this: post a review and send me a screenshot at @mycreativeheadspace, and we can have a short conversation :)

    50 min

  8. 02/09/2024

    can you style raf simons better than me? oscar’s creative headspace

    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 start a conversation with me: @saimfarooqui I @mycreativeheadspace video conversation available @creativeheadspace on youtube if you see this: post a review and send me a screenshot at @mycreativeheadspace and we can have a short conversation :)

    1h 3m
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headspace of the greatest creatives around the world. please DON'T follow or review the show ;)

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  • Creator
    saim :)
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2024
  • Episodes
    32
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © saim :)
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    Creative Headspace

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