

Creative Rebels
David Speed
Inspiring interviews with incredible creatives.
Make Stuff.
Put it out.
You're capable of more than you think. creativerebels.substack.com
Make Stuff.
Put it out.
You're capable of more than you think. creativerebels.substack.com
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May 5, 2025 • 59min
208 - We Need Your Art with Amie Mcnee
I think this might be our best EVER episode and I'm betting it will be our most listened to episode, too. Whatever pain you’re dealing with as a creative, it will most likely be answered by Aimee over the course of this hour. She is a powerhouse, a visionary, a legend. So buckle up, listen.Buy Aimee’s Book: https://www.amiemcnee.com/pre-order-we-need-your-art-book-amie-mcneeAimee’s website: https://www.amiemcnee.com/For more creative rebels content, and to support the podcast, visit https://creativerebels.substack.com/ To hear more, visit creativerebels.substack.com

Apr 28, 2025 • 58min
207 - The Life of An Artist with Mackenzie Thorpe
Mackenzie ThorpeMackenzie Thorpe is a world renowned artist. From humble origins, Mackenzie has pursued his calling and at an early age discovered that he’s on this planet to make art. The story that unfolds during this podcast is one of love. Mackenzie's process and story - are so inspiring. He is a natural story teller - I didn’t look at my notes once!Mckenzie’s insta: https://www.instagram.com/artistmackenzie/?hl=enFor more creative rebels content, and to support the podcast, visit https://creativerebels.substack.com/ To hear more, visit creativerebels.substack.com

Apr 28, 2025 • 52min
206 - Close the App, Make the Ting with Elijah
ElijahElijah is founder of the Yellow Squares, a project he uses to share thoughts, ask questions, and start debates. I knew I needed to interview him when I saw a square (which became the title of his new book): Close The App, Make The Ting. This is a really insightful chat - he has a similar mindset to me and it was fascinating to pick his brains about everything - so listen, then close your apps, and make something. Elijah’s Yellow Squares insta: https://www.instagram.com/eli1ah/?hl=enElijah on X: https://x.com/eli1ah?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5EauthorElijah’s book: https://velocitypress.uk/product/elijah-close-the-app-make-the-ting/?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAacbfTWJ1gaY1DFOrG5w11j9GX8fn0wjXV0zjLaepFZSznsPrzzb2jHXOuWrKQ_aem_9P9viZz3jtu3VELLX_Nx6gFor more creative rebels content, and to support the podcast, visit https://creativerebels.substack.com/ To hear more, visit creativerebels.substack.com

Apr 28, 2025 • 52min
205 - Find Creative Balance with Emma Gannon
Emma GannonA record breaking fourth appearance on the show for Emma Gannon - to kick off a brand new season with me (David Speed - hi!) solo in the presenting seat. Emma chatted to me about breaking up from her podcast, finding creative 'balance' and why she’s now excited to stop work at 2pm. Find Emma on Substack: https://thehyphen.substack.com/Emma’s new book Table for One: https://harpercollins.co.uk/products/table-for-one-emma-gannon?variant=41818765099086For more creative rebels content, and to support the podcast, visit https://creativerebels.substack.com/ To hear more, visit creativerebels.substack.com

Feb 3, 2022 • 1h 7min
Hitting 100k on Instagram with Adam Brazier & David Speed
In this episode we go deep in audience building and social media.Follow us; @adambrazier & @davidspeeduk To hear more, visit creativerebels.substack.com

Jan 11, 2022 • 49min
Being a Creative in 2022 with Adam Brazier & David Speed
Another year of creativity is ahead of us. In this episode we talk about how you can make the best of this year by building stronger habits and having your 'one big thing'Hosts - @adambrazier & @davidspeeduk To hear more, visit creativerebels.substack.com

Dec 24, 2021 • 1h 20min
The Meaning of Success with Alex Manzi
What a way to round off this year. A fantastic chat with our good friend; Coach, Podcaster and Author, Alex Manzi.Thank you to everyone who's listened this year. We love you. Merry Christmas! To hear more, visit creativerebels.substack.com

Dec 18, 2021 • 1h 25min
Going Viral and Making a Difference with Sophie Gamand
Sophie Gamand is a photographer and artist, dedicated to capturing images of shelter dogs. Sophie balances a creative career with making a positive impact on the dogs and shelters that she works with .Sophie’s most famous work takes pit bull dogs and, with the addition of a flower crown, challenges the view of this breed and has helped house numerous abandoned dogs. To hear more, visit creativerebels.substack.com

Dec 10, 2021 • 56min
The Creative Life with Kris Andrew Small
Based in Sydney, Kris Andrew Small’s work is a joyful explosion of colour, typography, pattern, and collage. He often takes societal issues and channels them through loud and abstract visuals. Kris has collaborate with clients including Nike, Apple, Dazed, Die Zeit, Adidas Originals, It’s Nice That, Channel 4, WeTransfer, Reebok and more. He’s also exhibited internationally at institutions like the V&A in Dundee and MAD in The Lourve, Paris. To hear more, visit creativerebels.substack.com

Dec 2, 2021 • 47min
A Creative Pep Talk with Adam Brazier & David Speed
In this episode we discuss; Making with Meaning, Mindset & Skillset. NOW is the time to be a creative!Follow us on the gram; @Adambrazier & @davidspeedukOr the show @rebelscreate To hear more, visit creativerebels.substack.com