

Don’t Get Me Started
Dan Balser
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.
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Jan 13, 2012 • 31min
Episode 70: Steve Mykolyn, CCO of Taxi
Visiting from Canada, Steve Mykolyn covers lots of ground, including the hunt for inspiration, Taxi’s philosophy and the value of doubt.
Originally published Sunday, January 31, 2010

Jan 13, 2012 • 29min
Episode 69: Shawn Webster, Ad Biz Headhunter
Originally published Sunday, January 17, 2010
Looking for a job? You must be in advertising. Here’s some job stuff from Shawn Webster of Creative Movers.

Jan 12, 2012 • 36min
Episode 68: Crispin’s Andy Pearson
Andy Pearson’s third visit to the show but first as Senior Interactive Copywriter at Crispin Porter + Bogusky
Originally published Sunday, December 20, 2009

Jan 12, 2012 • 32min
Episode 67: Jason Apaliski of Pereira & O’Dell
Originally published Sunday, December 6, 2009
Chatting about LEGO, ideas, and the business of good design with Circus alumnus and killer designer Jason Apaliski.

Jan 12, 2012 • 21min
Episode 66: Hellerstein
Originally published Sunday, November 15, 2009
A visit with award-winning commercial photographer Steve Hellerstein.

Jan 12, 2012 • 23min
Episode 65: Bryan Condra, Designer
Originally published Sunday, November 1, 2009
Dan and Bryan talk about Bryan’s process, strategic design and Design vs. Art Direction.

Jan 12, 2012 • 27min
Episode 64: John Boone of Boone Oakley
Originally published Sunday, October 18, 2009
John launched the Lexus brand in the US. He created Time Magazine’s Spot of the Year for Nissan. AdAge named his agency 2009 SE Agency of the Year. And he was a guest on this very episode.

Jan 12, 2012 • 33min
Episode 63: Norm Grey
Originally published Sunday, October 4, 2009
An ad school without Norm Grey is like a bus without a driver: It may roll down a hill, but that’s about it.

Jan 12, 2012 • 31min
Episode 62: Two Writers On Their Way
Originally published Sunday, September 20, 2009
Days before their graduation, talented copywriting students Lauren Silva and Ross Cavin reflect on their time at The Creative Circus.

Jan 12, 2012 • 34min
Episode 61: Steve Sandstrom
Originally published Sunday, September 6, 2009
Half an hour with award-winning designer and One Show board member Steve Sandstrom of Sandstrom Partners in Portland, OR.