the Inspiration

Ever wondered what fills the world’s most creative minds?
Feed your inspiration with our regular columns.

25^th Jul MUSIC & SOUND FOCUS

Playlist:JulieBerger

We hear from Julie Berger, Chief Media Officer at Giant Spoon, where they talk about Daisey the Danelectro guitar, the MTV era and AI's role within the audio industry.

23^rd Jul

TommyButton:AFewOfMyFavouriteThings

19^th Jul

On My Radar: Michelle Kinsman

Michelle Kinsman, EVP of Production at PXP, talks fantastic pharma advertising, mobile phone fatigue, and defending season eight of Game of Thrones, as she reveals what's on her creative radar.

18^th Jul MUSIC & SOUND FOCUS

Playlist: Jack Whitney

Forever Audio's Head of Music, Jack Whitney talks innovations emerging in the audio landscape, going down Spotify rabbit holes, and the classic Heaven Is A Halfpipe...

16^th Jul

On My Radar: Josh Miller

Josh Miller, Executive Creative Director at David&Goliath LA, is impressed with McDonald's' mental health message, doesn't miss losing ear buds, and is in awe of Mad Max: Fury Road.

15^th Jul

Freddie Powell: A Few Of My Favourite Things

The DROOL founder / director talks us through the apparel, timepieces and steadfast rules that keep his creativity afloat.

12^th Jul

On My Radar: Jason Lau

Giant Spoon's VP of Content Production Jason Lau gets toned on Tonal [but wouldn't give up a good burger], and when he needs a good laugh, turns to a classic sit-com to provide it.

11^th Jul MUSIC & SOUND FOCUS

Playlist: Daniel Russell

We hear from ArtClass Content director Daniel Russell where he talks big effects on music video viewing, vertical frame videos, and one day owning an oyster farm.

Around the world

On Location is a column that gives a boots-on-the-ground look at some amazing cities, brought to you by local production experts.

11^th Aug

OnLocation...Shanghai

MPC Shanghai Creative Director Barry Greaves gives us a tour of this incredible city, spanning the historic Bund to the Jing'an temple and its surrounds, offering something for everyone who visits.

30^th Jun

OnLocation...Barcelona

Barcelona is an expanse of delightful architecture, incredible food, and beautiful beaches, and we asked Jordi Molla, Production Ambassador for Twentyfour Seven to give us a guided tour of his city.

28^th Jul

From Angel Films' production service mavens Zsofi Kende and Enikő Palchuber, comes a guided tour around Budapest, from rooftop bars to ancient amphitheaters, plus some recommended Hungarian street food.

9^th Jun

OnLocation...Athens

Maria Kopanou, Executive Producer, Green Olive Films, gives us the foodie's tour of Athens, shows off the beachfront locales, and recalls her fondest Akropolis memory.

2^nd Jun

OnLocation...Vilnius

Ema Čielytė, Production Manager at Magic Vilnius, guides us around the city; it's luxurious hotels and well-stocked whisky bars and its love of hot air balloons, and explains why the capital of Lithuania is the 'g-spot' of Europe.

9^th Jul

On My Radar: Sofia Kerpan

Modern Post editor Sofia Kerpan tells us that she learns a lot from YouTube, has an unused iPad, and loves an old but strange film, as she reveals what's on her creative radar.

8^th Jul

Liz Unna: A Few Of My Favourite Things

The Kode Media director talks through the items that keep her creativity flowing, from Raymond Briggs-penned notes of congratulations to a sly way to give someone the finger.