Don’t Get Me Started
Hosted by Dan Balser, a former department head at The Creative Circus in Atlanta, this is a series of conversations about advertising. But they're not just about the industry; they're about the people in it.
Latest episodes
Oct 27, 2016 • 37min
Episode 240: Frank Cartagena, CD at Deutsch New York
Career talk with an award winning copywriter who was recently named one of Business Insider Magazine's 30 most creative people under 30.
Oct 13, 2016 • 39min
Episode 239: Tom O'Keefe, Founder and CEO of O'Keefe Reinhard & Paul
Seasoned with just enough of a Chicago accent, Tom discusses (among other things) the importance of soul, partnerships and prolificacy.
Sep 29, 2016 • 30min
Episode 238: Photographer Bobby Prokenpek
Insight into a burgeoning photographer's process and his thoughts on how to best collaborate
Sep 15, 2016 • 30min
Episode 237: Kate Baynum, Copywriter at Goodby, Silverstein & Partners
Partnerships, evolving from an intern to a pro, and the thinking behind the "I am a witness" anti-bullying campaign
Sep 1, 2016 • 39min
Episode 236: Catherine Ray, Brand Designer at Uber
Agency vs. in-house, school vs. real world, should vs. must and Europe vs. the U.S.
Aug 18, 2016 • 43min
Episode 235: Jamie Barrett, Founder and ECD at barrettSF
The humble yet very significant ECD shares his thoughts on Sir Charles, starting an agency and ruthless perfectionism.
Aug 4, 2016 • 37min
Episode 234: Jim Elliott, Global CCO at Arnold Worldwide
At the peak of a stellar career, Jim demonstrates the traits of kindness and generosity that define many great creative leaders.
Jul 21, 2016 • 55min
Episode 233: Ecole Weinstein, Group CD at Havas Worldwide
With talent scout Heather Hayden, Ecole discusses fear, how to be a CD and the necessity of passion.
Jul 7, 2016 • 54min
Episode 232: Gerry Graf of Barton F. Graf
The five-time Ad Age Creativity 50 All-Star shares his thoughts on fighting for great work, "those twenty people," and the itch to create.
Jun 23, 2016 • 30min
Episode 231: Jay Benjamin, CCO of Saatchi & Saatchi NY
Thoughts on Tall Poppy Syndrome, greener grass, attitude and leadership from a thoughtful and focused leader
