Interviews

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/// 1. The collection of knowledge from an expert in a field through a strategic series of questions. /// 2. A look into the lives and minds of those we admire.

Ben Pundole: On Hospitality, Curation & Rolling with the Punches

Entrepreneur Ben Pundole talks about the value of curating people's experiences, thriving in a bad economy, and his new hotel in Williamsburg, Brooklyn.

Pat Kiernan: On Curation Tactics, Getting Up Early & Calling It Done

How do you filter through the noise and craft your own story? NY1 morning anchor Pat Kiernan discusses his curation process & how he has so much energy at 5am.

The Noun Project: From Sketchbook To Startup

How do you turn a casual idea into a global library of icons? The Noun Project founders discuss their journey from childhood obsession to burgeoning business.

Terry Gilliam: On Ideas, Unlearning & Avoiding Debt

The visionary behind Monty Python, Brazil & 12 Monkeys talks about never letting your ideas become rigid, staying out of debt, and forgetting everything you learn.

Dzine: "Listen, I Have This Crazy Idea…"

Self-taught artist Dzine talks about what's behind the glitz of his custom creations: Curiosity, research, and good, old-fashioned relationships.

Mary Jo Bang: On Learning, Self-Discipline, and Taking the Road Less Traveled

How do we bridge the distance between our true creative ambitions and the jobs we take to pay the rent? Poet Mary Jo Bang describes her slow build to mastery.

Simon Mottram: On Passion, Obsession & Why Your Brand Should Take Sides

With its high-design roadwear, Rapha has given the sport of cycling a sleek, new mystique. We talk to founder Simon Mottram about how to brand your obsession.

Elizabeth Streb: On Taking Big Risks & The Power of Action

We talk to daredevil choreographer Elizabeth Streb about how to get out of our heads, thrive on limitations, and take extreme action.

IDEO: Big Innovation Lives Right on the Edge of Ridiculous Ideas

When it comes to unlocking our creativity, goofing off isn't just kid stuff. The design gurus at IDEO explain how play drives innovation and learning.

Hillman Curtis: On Reinvention and Taking the Courageous Path

From Flash guru to web designer to filmmaker, Hillman Curtis is a master of reinvention. We talk to him about courage, risk-taking, and relentless optimization.