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The Hungry Creative Podcast

For the curious mind. Human conversations on design, creativity, and personal growth.Every episode of The Hungry Creative Podcast brings you closer to the version of yourself that dares to dream big and pursue passions relentlessly. Hosted for designers, marketing professionals, content creators, and entrepreneurs, this is the ultimate space where art meets ambition.We feature inspiring, unfiltered conversations exploring:Design & Branding: Moving from concept to impactful execution.Creative

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01:19:39

Why Every Creative Needs a Side Quest - Agency...

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2026/10/01

After spending nearly two decades in restaurant hospitality, Lana Rogers was used to high-energy environments, late nights, and the art of bringing people together.Today, Lana is the founder of Gentle Lion Communications, a boutique agency driven by human connection, fierce advocacy, and value alignment. She's a community connector known for hosting intentional, curated gatherings like Champagne Friday and Morning Toast, proving that long-term founder success comes from embracing play and side

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01:19:41

Netflix Producer on How to Build a High-Income...

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2026/09/02

After years of managing national, continental, and international commercial campaigns for major brands in Nigeria, Toyosi Anifowose was hitting her stride as an elite producer. But despite having the full backing of a top advertising agency and built-in career security, she knew she was destined to build something of her own.Within weeks, she registered her own production company, walked away from her agency career, and tripled her previous salary in her very first month.Today, Toyosi is a producer,

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00:48:23

I Moved To Canada For Love & Had To Rebuild My...

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2026/07/24

In 2014, Edward Campbell made the life-altering decision to move from Panama to Calgary for love. Stepping into a completely new world, he faced the harsh realities of Canadian winters, complex immigration paperwork, and legal restrictions that temporarily prevented him from working full-time in his field. Facing these limits, he walked through -40 weather just to find community at local dance practices.Today, Edward is a multidisciplinary creative force, a professional hip-hop dancer, breaker, and

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01:25:37

Stephanie Kochorek: Why I Left My Dream Hollywood...

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2026/07/10

What does it actually take to build a multi-award-winning creative agency without losing your creative soul or succumbing to systemic industry burnout? In this episode of the Hungry Creative Podcast, we sit down for an incredibly raw, unfiltered conversation with Stephanie Kochorek, the Co-Founder and CEO of Daughter Creative.Stephanie breaks industry conventions by navigating her entire executive career offline with limited social media presence. Today, she pulls back the curtain on why she

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01:12:42

STOP Lowballing Yourself: The Real Business of...

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2026/06/19

What drives a man to pour absolutely everything into his craft? For Calgary-based cinematographer, photographer, and multi-disciplinary artist Tim Meduna, the journey into digital media wasn't just a creative hobby, it was a calculated lifeline.Arriving in Canada from Nigeria on the exact day of his mother's burial, Tim used the inheritance money she left behind to purchase his very first camera. Stripped of comfort and forced to navigate a completely new landscape, he learned a brutal but essential

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00:50:20

How to Stop Dreaming and Start Shipping Your Ideas |...

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2026/05/15

In this episode, we sit down with multimedia journalist and storyteller Tolu Omoyeni to discuss the messy reality of the creative process. Tolu describes herself as a "writer's writer," an upcoming artist, and a "quitter”, a label she identifies with because of the many personal projects she starts but struggles to finish.She pulls back the curtain on the unhinged decision to quit a job paying triple her salary after just two weeks, how to document a city through "foreign eyes" , and why we need to

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00:46:37

How to Build a Scalable Agency You Can Actually Sell...

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2026/05/01

What happens after you achieve the ultimate agency dream? In this episode, we sit down with brand and creative strategist Wilson Wong to discuss his 20-year journey from co-founding Squeeze Creative to successfully exiting Everbrave. Wilson pulls back the curtain on how to build a creative business that is valuable enough to be acquired, and why he eventually chose to walk away to prioritize family, "analog flow," and being truly present. ________________________In this episode, you’ll learn:- The

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00:55:18

The 10 Month Job Hunt - How a Creative Obsession...

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2026/04/03

The 10-Month Job Hunt: How a Creative Obsession Saved My Career | S4 Ep 3What happens when the portfolio is ready, but the phone stops ringing? In this episode of The Hungry Creative Podcast, I’m joined by my co-producers and long-time collaborators, Abiodun Ageh and Scotty Adegbola, to discuss the grit, rigors, and pure obsession required to survive the creative industry.Abiodun opens up about a challenging 10-month job hunt and how he used that "dead time" to obsessively layer video production and

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01:46:42

What It Really Takes to Build a Powerful Brand | S4 Ep 2

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2026/03/20

What It Really Takes to Build a Powerful Brand (feat. Nonso Nnamdi)"Marketing is the voice that speaks for you when there is nobody in the room to actually speak for you".In this episode, we sit down with Nonso Nnamdi, a brand strategist who has navigated the marketing landscapes of both Nigeria and Canada. We tackle the tough questions: Can you scale by doing things that don't scale? Is AI a threat to your creative job? And why do most networking attempts feel so transactional? Key Takeaways:Scale

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01:22:06

Stop Overthinking, Just Start Creating | Adrian Rivas...

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2026/03/05

What does it really take to build a creative career from scratch in a new country?Adrian Rivas is a filmmaker and content creator based in Canada whose work focuses on cinematic travel storytelling and aesthetic-driven visuals. Originally from El Salvador, Adrian moved to Canada during the COVID-19 pandemic and began building his creative career while studying mechanical engineering.Through social media, he shares visually rich content capturing nature, mountains, and cinematic landscapes, while

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00:12:09

Do THIS To Stay Consistent | S3 E10

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2026/02/20

In our final episode of Season 3, Mo’ shares insights on creativity, embracing restlessness, and building a fulfilling creative life. He discusses the importance of curiosity, diverse skills, and community support for sustained growth.Key topics- Restlessness as a driver of creativity- The importance of diverse skills and continuous learning- Building in public for accountability- Overcoming fear of imperfection- The role of community and participation in growthTakeaways- Restlessness can be a

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01:10:37

Interior Design vs Decoration: The Craft, The Chaos &...

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2026/02/06

What really separates interior design from decoration?What goes on behind beautifully curated spaces, beyond Pinterest boards and aesthetics?In this episode of the Hungry Creative Podcast, Mo' sits down with Hope Allison, founder of Maison Consulting, to explore the true craft of interior design, from architecture school to building a design practice rooted in intention, structure, and excellence.We talk about:- The difference between interior design vs interior decoration- Why beauty must also be

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01:59:52

Why African Creatives Struggle to Be Taken Seriously...

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2026/01/22

In this episode of The Hungry Creative Podcast, we host our first-ever roundtable conversation with David James-Udoh and Samuel Iweibo, founders of The Huddle.Together, we unpack some of the most pressing challenges in the African creative industry today.From the underrepresentation of creatives, to the lack of trust from global brands, to why designers are often undervalued and underpaid, this conversation is honest, layered, and long overdue.We talk about:- Why African creatives struggle to be

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01:23:12

The Truth About Nigerian Housing Nobody Wants to...

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2026/01/08

In this episode of The Hungry Creative Podcast, Mo sits down with Snag Inspector, a faceless but deeply respected voice advocating for better building standards and public education in Nigeria’s built environment.From cracked buildings and poor ventilation to inflated property prices and the realities of the Land Use Act, this conversation unpacks why many Nigerians are paying more for less — and what needs to change.Snag Inspector shares why public education became his mission, the risks involved

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00:50:00

She Built The Ultimate Platform For African...

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2025/12/11

Is Western validation the only way for African creatives to succeed? Natalie Narh, visual artist and co-founder of NewComma, says no. In this episode, we dive into why the African creative industry needs its own infrastructure, the myth of the "underground" scene, and how to balance being a creative with the brutal realities of entrepreneurship. In this episode, Natalie opens up about her journey from running childhood creative clubs to building a global platform connecting African talent. We

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01:22:13

Ship Fast, Keep It Simple: Mmediong Esu (Piggyvest)...

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2025/11/27

How do you design products people actually understand? Mmediong Gabriel Esu - Head of Design at Piggyvest walks us through the discipline behind simple fintech products, why shipping fast beats over-planning, and how teams win when designers learn to speak code. This episode is for product people, founders and designers who want practical ways to build clarity into their products. In this episode of The Hungry Creative Podcast, Mo sits with Mmediong Esu - product visual & multidisciplinary

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59:44

How Chaos Shaped My Creativity | Chukwu Adaeze | S3 Ep 4

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2025/11/13

Share your thoughts 🖤 In this episode of The Hungry Creative Podcast, Mo sits down with Chukwu Adaeze, founder of CAV Digital, to unpack the journey of a creative who turned chaos into clarity and built a personal brand that bridges culture, design, and identity. Adaeze opens up about her creative evolution — from experimenting with ideas and struggling with self-doubt to leading a design studio - CAV, redefining African tech aesthetics. She shares insights on storytelling through design,

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39:37

the ONLY career advice you NEED as a Gen Z | S3E3

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2025/10/31

Share your thoughts 🖤 In this episode of The Hungry Creative Podcast, Mo' sits down with Oyinkansola Adeboye, Head of Brand & Marketing at Zedcrest Group, to unpack what it really takes to build a meaningful career as a Gen Z professional in today’s fast-changing world. Oyinkan shares her journey from being one of the youngest voices in boardrooms to becoming a respected leader in finance and brand communications, all as a 20+ year old. She talks about building confidence early in your

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56:40

The Cost of Ambition No One Talks About - Francis...

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2025/10/16

Share your thoughts 🖤 In this episode of The Hungry Creative Podcast, Mo sits down with Francis Odeyemi - designer, founder, and storyteller behind Ninth Grid - for a conversation that explores creativity, fulfilment, and faith. Francis shares his journey from humble beginnings in Ile-Ife to building a design career that spans storytelling, branding, and community building. Together, we talk about the pursuit of more, the emptiness of unchecked ambition, and the peace that comes from

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83:23

What Nobody Tells You About Surviving 27 Families –...

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2025/10/03

Share your thoughts 🖤 In this episode of The Hungry Creative Podcast, Mo sits down with Angeloh - a multi-talented artist, storyteller, and musician, to uncover his remarkable journey from living with 27 different families in 20 years to building a thriving creative career. Angeloh shares candidly about growing up amidst adversity, the role of faith and community in navigating hardship, and how authenticity has guided his music and art. From turning trauma into creativity to building

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