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The Business of Creativity with Fred Seibert
In this episode of the Pixel Retentive Podcast, legendary producer Fred Seibert—behind hits like Adventure Time, Fairly OddParents, and MTV’s iconic branding—shares insights on creativity, originality, and the future of animation. Discover how he’s championed creators, shaped pop culture, and continues to inspire the next generation.
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Sell the Art you WANT to Make with Ben Levy
In this episode of the Pixel Retentive Podcast, advertising creative director Ben Levy shares how he went from struggling presenter to master communicator. Learn how to ace client meetings, sell bold ideas, and build stronger creative relationships. Discover practical tips to win trust, break the rules, and present with authenticity.
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NFTs as a New Frontier in Art with Maria Lobanova
In this episode of the Pixel Retentive Podcast, Maria Lobanova, founder of Interstellar Digital, breaks down how NFTs, blockchain, and digital art are reshaping the creative economy. From royalties and utility to combating AI art theft, learn how Web3 empowers artists, collectors, and communities to build lasting value and ownership.
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Why You Should Do Public Speaking with Derek Smith
In this episode of the Pixel Retentive Podcast, international MC and public speaking coach Derek Smith shares how to conquer stage fright, craft a persona, and turn presentations into powerful business tools. Learn practical tips for entrepreneurs and creatives to engage audiences, win trust, and transform public speaking into a career advantage.
Navigating Creativity and AI | Insights from Terrence Moline and Dave McClinton
In this episode of the Pixel Retentive Podcast, hosts Carl Cleanthes and Ross Ciuppa engage with guests Terrence and Dave, exploring the intersections of artificial intelligence and creativity.
Paths for Creatives | Maurice Cherry
In this episode of the Pixel Retentive Podcast, Carl Cleanthes and Ross Ciuppa interview Maurice Cherry on how to find your path as a creative in the industry.
Marketing People Love | Jacques Spitzer
In this episode of the Pixel Retentive Podcast, Carl Cleanthes and Ross Ciuppa talk to Jacques Spitzer, the CEO of Raindrop, to discuss marketing to people using storytelling and passion.
Running a Creative Studio | Ben Moffat
In this episode of the Pixel Retentive Podcast, Carl Cleanthes and Ross Ciuppa are joined by Benjamin Moffat, the CEO and Partner at Gantry, to discuss the concepts and strategies of running a creative agency.
The Future of Entertainment | Justin Alanís
In this episode of the Pixel Retentive Podcast, Carl Cleanthes and Lisa Larson-Kelley interview Justin Alanís, the Co-creator of StoryCo, to see what the future of storytelling holds through the power of technology.
Visual Brand Stories | Tyler Mose
In this episode of the Pixel Retentive Podcast, Carl Cleanthes and Ross Ciuppa talk with Tyler Mose of MatchPoint Studio about the power of video for visual brand stories.
Augmented Reality With Dave Chaffey
In this episode of the Pixel Retentive Podcast, Carl Cleanthes sits down with Dave Chaffey of Immertia.io to discuss Augmented Reality and how to use it properly.
The Story of Fred Seibert
In this episode of the Pixel Retentive Podcast, Carl Cleanthes and Ross Ciuppa interview Fred Seibert to learn about his life story and his lessons in entrepreneurship.
The World of Royalties | Andrew Batey
In this episode of the Pixel Retentive Podcast, Carl Cleanthes and Ross Ciuppa speak with Andrew Batey, the CEO of Beatdapp, about the world of royalties and intellectual property.
The Customer Story | Ian Garlic
In this episode of the Pixel Retentive Podcast, Carl Cleanthes and Ross Ciuppa talk with Ian Garlic about the power of storytelling and how it appeals to the customer.
Finding a Niche | Jason Swenk
In this episode of the Pixel Retentive Podcast, Carl Cleanthes and Ross Ciuppa sit down with Jason Swenk to discuss finding a niche and how to market it effectively.