Creative Development with IFC
Episodes
Passing the Baton: Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce on Inspiring the Next Generation
05 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Creative Development with IFC, the most decorated 100-meter sprinter of all time, Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce, joins Makhtar Diop for...
The Power of Stories: Kiran Rao on Creativity, Cinema, and Opportunity
24 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Creative Development with IFC, Makhtar Diop speaks with visionary filmmaker Kiran Rao about the evolution of Indian cinema, the ri...
Djo Da Silva : Donner une voix à Cabo Verde
28 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dans cet épisode de Creative Development avec IFC, Makhtar Diop, directeur général d'IFC, invite le producteur de musique Djo da Silva — l'homm...
Defending More Than Goals: Rüdiger's Drive to Uplift Through Sport
03 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In the latest episode of Creative Development with IFC, professional footballer Antonio Rüdiger shares how his upbringing, values, and career shaped ...
Mithali Raj and the Rise of Women's Sports in India
18 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Creative Development with IFC, Mithali Raj, one of the most celebrated cricketers in the world, and a trailblazer in women's spor...
Beyond the Game: Leadership, Legacy & Change with Jason Wright
27 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Creative Development with IFC, Makhtar Diop speaks with Jason Wright, a trailblazer in the sports industry. A former running back ...
Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie on Literature, Feminism and Universality
10 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In the latest episode of Creative Development with IFC, host Makhtar Diop is in conversation with renowned Nigerian author Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie. C...
Nadia Nadim: Advancing Equality through Sports, Medicine, and Education
10 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode of Creative Development with IFC Makhtar Diop sits down with the incredible Nadia Nadim. Born in Afghanistan and having fled to Den...
Kwesi Botchway: Creating Art, Creating Community
22 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In the latest episode of Creative Development with IFC, Makhtar Diop interviews Kwesi Botchway, an inspiring young artist from Accra, Ghana. Influence...
Beyond the Surface: Exploring Ocean Conservation with Craig Leeson
09 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In the latest episode of Creative Development with IFC, host Makhtar Diop takes a deep dive into ocean conservation and environmental storytelling wit...
Voyage autour des cordes : l'univers musical d'Ablaye Cissoko
24 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Dans cet épisode, Makhtar Diop s'entretient avec le célèbre joueur de kora, Ablaye Cissoko. Ils explorent les richesses de la tradition mandingue q...
Wally Badarou on his Fusion Legacy and Copyright Advocacy
29 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Creative Development with IFC, Makhtar Diop revisits the heyday of the late 70's fusion and electro-pop era with trailblazing keybo...
Alexandra Cousteau: Charting a Course for Ocean Restoration
15 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join Makhtar Diop and prominent ocean advocate Alexandra Cousteau in a captivating conversation that is both a reckoning with the damage done to our o...
Voice for Change: Barbara Hendricks' Lifelong Commitment to Music and Human rights
04 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
"Creative Development with IFC" marks International Women's Day with the legendary Barbara Hendricks. Join host Makhtar Diop as he explores Barbara's ...
Inna Modja: The Artist and the Activist
17 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Makhtar Diop is joined by multi-talented artist and activist Inna Modja for a captivating discussion on music, advocacy, and the rol...
Anand Mahindra on Culture, Commerce and Community
26 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
IFC's Makhtar Diop engages in an enlightening conversation with Anand Mahindra, Chairman of the Mahindra Group. They explore the intersection of busin...
Jonathan Butler and the Journey from Poverty to Prosperity
08 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Makhtar Diop engages in a captivating conversation with legendary South African guitarist, singer, and songwriter, Jonathan Butler. Following the rel...
Mohamed « Mamane » Moustapha : l'humour, un catalyseur du changement
11 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Dans cet épisode, Makhtar Diop reçoit Mohamed Moustafa, mieux connu sous le nom de Mamane. L'humoriste et entrepreneur créatif partage sa passion p...
Lewis Pugh: A Deep Dive into the Ocean Crisis
05 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On the occasion of World Environment Day, IFC Managing Director Makhtar Diop engages in a thought-provoking conversation with Lewis Pugh, a renowned e...
Dian Sastrowardoyo: Shaping Stories and Shattering Stereotypes in Indonesian Cinema
25 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's episode of Creative Development with IFC, Makthar Diop and Indonesian actress Dian Sastrowardoyo discuss the intersections of philosoph...
Victor Wooten: Taking Notes from Nature
11 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Creative Development with IFC, award-winning bassist and author Victor Wooten discusses the link between nature and music, the art...
Marcus Miller: A Legend of Jazz, and Artist for Peace
16 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This special episode of Creative Development with IFC brings together Makhtar Diop and legendary American bassist Marcus Miller. Against the backdrop ...
Nduduzo Makhathini: An Instrumental Healer
26 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Creative Development with IFC, Makhtar Diop is in conversation with South African pianist Nduduzo Makhathini - the first African ar...
Neila Tazi: L'art et la culture, les leviers du changement
10 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Dans cet épisode de Creative Development with IFC, Makhtar Diop reçoit Neila Tazi, entrepreneure marocaine, parlementaire, fervente défenseure des ...
Dia Mirza: Celebrated Actor and Eco-Warrior
14 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Creative Development with IFC, Managing Director Makhtar Diop talks to celebrated Indian actor Dia Mirza. The conversation reveals ...
Pretty Yende: Taking the Opera World by Storm
29 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Creative Development with IFC, Managing Director Makhtar Diop sits down with operatic soprano sensation Pretty Yende. Yende talks a...
Edouard Mendy: Saving goals and setting new ones
15 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Creative Development, IFC Managing Director Makhtar Diop sits down with superstar footballer and AFCON Champion Edouard Mendy; goal...
Vidya Balan: Changing Stereotypes in Bollywood
21 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, IFC Managing Director Makhtar Diop is in conversation with multi-award winning actress Vidya Balan. A powerful agent of change, Vid...
Alex Rendell: Learning to love (the environment)
16 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, IFC Managing Director Makhtar Diop chats with Thai actor, singer and environmental activist Alex Rendell. Together, they discuss the ...
Youssou N'Dour: Musique sans Frontières
02 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Creative Development with IFC, host Makhtar Diop talks to renowned Senegalese musician, activist, and former Minister for tourism, ...
Idris Elba: Food for Thought
19 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Creative Development, IFC Managing Director Makhtar Diop sits down with Idris Elba–actor, producer, humanitarian and UN Goodwill ...
eL Seed: Changing Perceptions through Art
10 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In the fifth episode of Creative Development with IFC, IFC Managing Director Makhtar Diop talks to French-Tunisian artist eL Seed about his unique pub...
Sauti Sol: Amping up Africa's Music Scene
27 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
IFC Managing Director Makhtar Diop sits down with Sauti Sol, one of Kenya's most well-known afro-pop groups, to discuss the evolution of music educati...
Selly Raby Kane: Designing the Future
13 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In the latest episode of Creative Development with IFC, Managing Director Makhtar Diop talks with Senegalese fashion designer Selly Raby Kane about ho...
Baaba Maal: A Voice for Change
21 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
IFC Managing Director Makhtar Diop talks with world-renowned Senegalese musician Baaba Maal about how music can help raise awareness of a changing cli...
Don Cheadle: How Art Inspires Change
30 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
IFC's new podcast series explores how finance and economic development influence--and are influenced by--creative industries around the world. We're t...