Creative or Dead

Aleesha Callahan and David Constantine
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Hosted by industry pals Aleesha Callahan and David Constantine, this interview-style show features conversations with creatives to unravel their process, and get a glimpse into each guests unique way of thinking – all with equal parts levity and depth. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  1. Art as an act of love with Golnar Roshan (Rive Roshan)

    13H AGO

    Art as an act of love with Golnar Roshan (Rive Roshan)

    In this ep, we sit down with Golnar Roshan, co-founder of Amsterdam-based studio Rive Roshan, to talk art, design and what it really means to build a creative life on your own terms. Golnar traces her journey from Sydney to Europe, from visual communication student to working at Marcel Wanders, and into a sincerely collaborative practice that sits somewhere between art, design and technology. We talk about creativity as a lived practice (not just a job title), and power for work to be coupled with emotional intelligence. This episode digs into creative partnerships, making work with integrity, and holding onto empathy in a noisy, commercialised world. There’s Milan Design Week, experimental materials and politics layered with beauty. If you’re searching for conversations about creative careers, art and design practice, creativity with substance, or how to build a career without flattening yourself in the process – start with this conversation. Rive Roshan is being presented by Gallery Sally Dan-Cuthbert at Melbourne Art Fair (19-22 Feb 2026). Links See more about Rive Roshan at riveroshan.com Sub Catcher riveroshan.com/projects/sun-catcher-rive-roshan-alcova-milan-2025 Shifting Perspectives riveroshan.com/projects/shifting-perspectives Gallery Sally Dan-Cuthbert gallerysallydancuthbert.com Melbourne Art Fair melbourneartfair.com.au Creative or Dead is hosted by David Constantine and Aleesha Callahan. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1h 6m
  2. Nasha Gallery is sorry for the late reply

    FEB 10

    Nasha Gallery is sorry for the late reply

    In this episode (hello season three!), we chat with Viktor and James, the founders of Nasha Gallery in Sydney (Eora) to learn about building a gallery without following the rules. The guys talk about their leap from artists to gallerists, what it actually takes to run a commercial gallery and why they back emerging Australian artists who can stand shoulder-to-shoulder alongside global talent. Expect unfiltered takes on being “brave”, how they choose artists (studio visits, taste, trust), and why transparency in the art world shouldn’t be radical – but still is. If you’re into contemporary art, creativity, art careers, gallery life, art management, collecting, or the messy reality of making a project survive, this one’s for you. Plus: there's road trip stories, a near-illegal mega-show, and two very different death designs. Check out Nasha Gallery and all their upcoming shows at nasha.com.au. Nasha Gallery is presenting James Little at Melbourne Art Fair 2026. Creative or Dead is hosted by David Constantine and Aleesha Callahan. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1h 1m
  3. Todd Anthony and the non-linear guide to a dream career

    09/28/2025

    Todd Anthony and the non-linear guide to a dream career

    Head of Fashion Programming at Melbourne Fashion Festival Todd Anthony joins us for a zig-zagging chat about creativity with substance. Todd traces a wonderfully non-linear path from professional Latin ballroom dancer to studying fashion design, to teaching and mentoring, to his current dream job at Melbourne Fashion Festival. Along the way we unpack a process grounded in purpose, reflection and the ever-useful post-its. He explains why the runway is very much alive, how AI can actually slow teams down in the best way, and why relationships (and kindness) are the real engine of creative work. We also talk burnout prevention, the power of daily observation rituals (including a documentary with breakfast), and the small, thoughtful easter eggs that keep personal voice in in work. Stay to the end for Todd’s delightfully dramatic, Elizabethan-tinged answer to our signature 'curate your own death' question. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    54 min
  4. Ship more widgets with Christopher Boots

    08/10/2025

    Ship more widgets with Christopher Boots

    Not enough people are making work with the intention of it still being around in 200 years. But Christopher Boots isn’t like anyone else. In this wide-ranging, thought-provoking conversation, we hear from lighting and object designer Christopher Boots, where he sprinkles us with a bit of his magic dust creativity. And spoiler: he proves that the best ideas are marinated and well-seasoned.   From scavenging childhood treasures in the backyard to sculpting monumental crystal-and-bronze chandeliers, Christopher shares how time, process and materials shape his work. Along the way, we dive into material literacy, the psychology of objects, running a creative business without losing your soul, and how there’s no shortcut for quality, time and contemplation. Show notes: Look up Christopher Boots' work here https://christopherboots.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1h 8m
  5. Immersive brand-building with Ren Kimber

    08/03/2025

    Immersive brand-building with Ren Kimber

    What happens when sharp strategy meets boundless creativity? Ren Kimber. In this episode, we sit down with the entrepreneurial powerhouse and strategic half of menswear label Christian Kimber to talk about creative partnerships, crafting a brand world and the art of taking calculated risks. Ren shares her knack for blending business smarts with creative intuition – expect insights on brand storytelling, immersive retail design and travel-fuelled inspirations. Relevant links Christian Kimber website https://christiankimber.com InteriorsAU design write-up on the new store https://architectureau.com/articles/christian-kimber-store-by-brahman-perera/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    43 min
  6. Post-POMO with Nicole Durling (Craft Victoria)

    07/27/2025

    Post-POMO with Nicole Durling (Craft Victoria)

    Nicole Durling has never followed the rules, which might be why she’s helped reshape some of Australia’s most exciting cultural and creative spaces. In this episode, we dive deep into the role of the maker in a world hungry for meaning, the tension between art and commerce, and why craft (with a little ‘c’) is having a very big moment. Nicole reflects on the tactile joy of materials, the heft of handmade objects, and what it means to support creative practice from the inside out. She’s sharp and generous, sharing the winding path that has led her to her current role as Executive Director of Craft Victoria. We talk slow making, fast change and the very human urge to leave something behind. Links Craft Victoria: https://craft.org.au/ Artist Edmund de Waal: https://www.edmunddewaal.com/ Daniel Mudie Cunningham's Curating Grief https://danmudcun.com/criticism/curating-grief Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1h 6m
  7. Layers of meaning and invisible design with Dr Emma Luke

    07/20/2025

    Layers of meaning and invisible design with Dr Emma Luke

    Dr Emma Luke is a designer, jeweller, academic and accidental VJ. She’s the head of RMIT’s Master of Design Innovation and Technology, and her work skirts at the edge of wearables, speculative tech and fine art jewellery. In this episode, we talk about designing talismans for the future, the role of intention in craft, and what it means to make magic matter – literally. Emma's story spans industrial design, the post-digital, trail running, and building community through the rave and research scenes alike. Expect philosophical tangents, a touch of techno, and plenty of thought-provoking moments on the creative process. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1h 1m
  8. Ideate, build, break, repeat with Steven John Clark (aka denHolm)

    07/13/2025

    Ideate, build, break, repeat with Steven John Clark (aka denHolm)

    What do rave fashion, a small Scottish village and limestone stone masonry have in common? Steven John Clark. In this episode, sculptor, furniture stonemason and founder of denHolm, Steven takes us on the winding path from sewing rave outfits on his gran’s machine to crafting heavyweight stone sculptures that can be found in galleries around the world. We talk early creative impulses, the madness of running a growing studio, the weird poetry of materials and the fuel that helps him keep pushing into unknown territory. There are stories of missed plumbing jobs, tidiness as a mantra, and the kind of 3D thinking that turns limestone into language. Pull up a chair and listen in. Links https://www.den-holm.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    58 min
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Hosted by industry pals Aleesha Callahan and David Constantine, this interview-style show features conversations with creatives to unravel their process, and get a glimpse into each guests unique way of thinking – all with equal parts levity and depth. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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  • Creator
    Aleesha Callahan and David Constantine
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    16
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Creative or Dead
  • Show Website
    Creative or Dead

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