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Jack Moolark, creative director and co-founder of Concept Object, shares his passion for sound system restoration and the circular economy. He illustrates the allure of vintage audio gear, emphasizing how these antiques capture history and resist mass consumption. Jack recounts his journey from rescuing broken radios to creating collaborative sound systems with reclaimed materials. He critiques modern mass production, highlighting the importance of reusing and valuing the art of making. Tune in for his thoughtful recommendations on films that celebrate creativity.

Zoom Rockman, a political cartoonist and the youngest artist in The Beano's history, shares insights from his vibrant career. He delves into his childhood loves of comics and chillies, recounts self-publishing at school, and his remarkable rise to The Beano. Zoom discusses the evolution of comics in the digital age and his shift to political satire at Private Eye, highlighting the balance of humor and truth. Plus, he reflects on the magic of puppetry, the importance of tangible art, and his passion for reviving ancient Chinese shadow puppetry.

Join Lol Hammond, a musician and key figure in the early UK rave scene, as he dives into the musical worlds of punk and acid house. He shares thrilling stories from underground raves and the crackdown that followed the 1994 Criminal Justice Act. Lol details his journey into film music supervision, discussing the creative collaboration that shapes British cinema today. Expect insights on budgeting for tracks and how iconic artists support film projects, along with his favorites like 'City of God' and 'Black Mirror'!

Lennie is joined by co-founder of Imagen Insights Jay Richards, who takes us on a journey through rejection, humility, mental health and start-up culture, what it means to be Gen Z and how our future will be shaped by the Metaverse. Imagen Insights Jay's Recommendations: Book - The Ride of a Lifetime by Bob Eiger  Reddit Quora Music: Moss Gatherer - One

Basma Khalifa, a talented Sudanese-born director and multidisciplinary creative, discusses her journey from Northern Ireland to filmmaking. She shares her experiences growing up as a child of the diaspora and the challenges of representation in fashion and media. Basma dives into her impactful documentary, Inside the Real Saudi Arabia, revealing its intent to understand misunderstood lives. She emphasizes the importance of everyday people telling their own stories and the creative burnout she faces while juggling multiple projects with notable collaborators.