The B-side with James Barrow

Going behind-the-scenes with a diverse range of innovative thinkers, to find insights that help unlock your creative potential. Creativity is a universal language that crosses the borders of race, religion, social status, age, gender and culture. To be able to imagine something and make it real is one of the things that makes us human. But against the background noise of our busy lives, how can we become more creative? James Barrow is on a mission to help people unlock their creative potential and apply it to their lives, their careers and their businesses. In this series of podcasts, James goes behind-the-scenes with people who imagine things for a living. Those making waves, disrupting the norm and shaking things up. Leaders in their field, working in marketing, advertising, design, technology, film, arts and entertainment. Listen to what motivates and inspires them, and discover the methods to their madness; the

The B-side with James Barrow is a arts podcast hosted by James Barrow, with 47 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

James Barrow hosts The B-side with James Barrow, a arts show with 47 episodes published.

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  Episode #47

  Mindful Leadership: Rethinking Media and Strategy with Matt Turl

  Mar 3, 202538 minS6

  <p>Welcome back to The B-Side with James Barrow. It’s been a minute, but I’m pumped to be back and diving into a new season of no-nonsense discussions on all things creativity, in all its forms.</p><br><p>I’m excited about what’s coming for The B-Side. Alongside my conversations with brilliant guests, I’ll be expanding the Bites of Wisdom section—sharing my own thoughts on creativity, branding, and unlocking your creative potential. My goal is to give you insights you can actually use—no fluff, just real, practical ideas to help you think differently and build somethin...

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  Episode #46

  The writing process, wellness and words that matter with Jonathan Seidler

  Oct 10, 202444 minS5

  <p>Ever wonder how personal experiences fuel creativity? On episode 46 of The B-side with James Barrow podcast, I catch up with Jonathan Seidler, an author, creative director, and music critic who brings a fresh perspective on culture and mental health. He’s written for The Guardian, Sydney Morning Herald, and The Australian, and has a column for Esquire that dives into men’s mental health and fatherhood. With a background at agencies like Leo Burnett and M&C Saatchi in Australia and London, Jonathan knows how to craft campaigns that resonate.</p><br><p>His memoir, It’s A Shame About Ray, g...

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  Episode #45

  Community campaigns, Coral Reefs, and Kairos time with Simone Waugh

  May 27, 202448 minS5

  <p>Ever wondered how advertising can drive real social change? On this episode 45 of the B-Side, I catch up with Simone Waugh, the Managing Director at Publicis Worldwide Australia. Simone is an industry powerhouse, all about using advertising to make a positive impact through the power of creativity. She's worked across a range of sectors including tourism, healthcare, education, and sports. She even led the communications for the winning Brisbane 2032 Olympic Games bid with the Queensland Government.</p><br><p>We jam on her campaigns like "Lag Kills," tackling youth drink driving by highlighting the dangers of lag in video...

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  Episode #44

  Tea breaks, brand campaigns, and Arnott's biscuits with Toby Aldred

  Mar 14, 202443 minS5

  <p>On episode 44 of the B-Side podcast, I catch up with Toby Aldred, the newly appointed Managing Director of Saatchi & Saatchi Australia and Chief Client Officer The Neighbourhood. With close to two decades worth of experience at two of the world's leading ad agencies, Saatchi & Saatchi and M&C Saatchi, in London and Sydney, Toby's insights on the business of creativity are remarkable.</p><br><p>As a long-termer at Saatchi & Saatchi, Toby's track record speaks volumes. From spearheading Effie award-winning brand campaigns to nurturing client relationships, he's at the forefront of creative effectiveness and client success.</p><br><p>...

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  Episode #43

  Heckler, VFX, Sound and post-production with Will Alexander

  Feb 7, 202450 minS5

  <p>Ever wondered what it takes to lead a cutting-edge post-production studio?</p><p>On episode 43 of the B-Side, and the first for 2024, I speak to Will Alexander, the Co-Founder and Executive Producer of Heckler, one of APAC's leading design, VFX, and post-production houses.</p><br><p>Heckler was founded in 2010, with studios in the iconic Paramount Building in Surry Hills, Sydney, and the vibrant TALOK AYER STREET in Singapore. Recognised at all of the world’s top awards shows, like D&AD, Cannes Lions, and Spikes Asia, Heckler's Sydney and Singapore studios house top-notch post-production suites and a team, in...

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