Mountain Collective Podcast
Episodes
EP 206: Dressing the Future
27 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I sit down with Jose Peon — a Cuban-born, New York-based fashion designer and 3D artist who built his career from scratch with noth...
EP 205: The Art of noticing
22 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we dive into what it really means to hit a creative low—and how to find your way back.From losing momentum and questioning your wor...
EP 204: Gentle Discipline
19 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Trying harder feels like the answer—but what if it’s the problem?In this episode of Mountain Collective, we explore the idea of gentle discipline ...
EP 203: Community First, Business Second
06 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Mountain Collective Podcast, I sit down with Thanos Stathakopoulos founder of The Greek Embassy in Amsterdam.Before opening a ...
EP 202: One Step Ahead
31 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
This weekend, I went on a hike with friends—nature, fresh air, and a clear mind. But while walking, I caught myself focused on recording content ins...
EP 201: Something From Nothing
24 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Richard shares a raw and honest perspective on what it takes to grow as a creative and entrepreneur. As the Company Owner of Golden G...
EP 200: Less = More
18 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Mourad shares a quiet reflection from the mountains after weeks of fasting during Ramadan, including a 37-hour water fast.He explores how stepping awa...
EP 199: The Art of Sidequesting
12 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Creative careers rarely follow a straight path. In this episode of the Mountain Collective Podcast, we explore The Art of Sidequesting — how curiosi...
EP 198: Heart Work Pays Off
03 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
What if fasting was never about food?In this episode, we explore fasting as a full reset — not just for the body, but for the mind, heart, and envir...
EP 198: Identity Under Construction
24 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Your brain doesn’t fully know the difference between something real and something you strongly imagine.In this episode, we connect visualization, Ra...
EP 196: Surrender Maxxing
17 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
What happens when your head gets too big? You go to bigger places.In this episode, I share a 15-hour journey into the mountains — from sunrise to ni...
EP 195: Designing Your Inner Space
10 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we explore creativity not as something you force with your mind, but as something you allow through the body.Using a long hike throug...
EP 194: Words as Sound
03 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we explore how sound shapes creativity through the nervous system. From music and silence to the words we use — especially the ones...
EP 193: Attention
27 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this 15-minute episode, we break attention down to its biological roots. Not as a marketing trick or an algorithm problem, but as a nervous-system ...
EP 192: Before Feelings
20 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Most creatives wait for inspiration.They wait to feel motivated, ready, or confident enough to create — and when that feeling doesn’t come, they a...
EP 191: Why Shiny Portfolios Fail
13 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Mountain Collective, Mourad shares a lesson learned in the mountains that every creative needs to hear.While hiking on snow, he not...
EP 190: What creatives don’t talk about
05 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Showing up — even when it’s uncomfortable.If you’re a creative, founder, or builder trying to stay consistent in a noisy world, this one is for ...
EP 189: Effortless Growth
29 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Everything that blooms begins in dirt.In this episode, we explore growth the way nature does it — not through force or hustle, but through patience,...
EP 188: 2025 → Reflection → 2026
22 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this solo episode, I reflect on 2025 through the lens of my solo podcast episodes. What started as individual thoughts and questions slowly became ...
EP 187: The ONE Thing
15 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What if the reason you feel stuck isn’t lack of talent — but lack of focus?In this episode, Mourad breaks down the key lessons from “The ONE Thi...
EP 186: All in Purpose
08 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Using neuroscience, creativity, philosophy, and the art of Kintsugi, we explore how the brain shapes our identity — and how conscious choices reshap...
EP 185: Identity is a Choice
01 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Mountain Collective Podcast, Mourad breaks down one of the most powerful ideas in modern neuroscience: your identity is not fix...
EP 184: Creative Reset
24 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If your mind feels empty, your ideas aren’t flowing, and your creative spark feels missing — this episode is for you. Mourad shares a clear 5-step...
EP 183: Love & Creativity
17 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we explore how love fuels the creative journey — not just as emotion, but as discipline, courage, and connection. From the love of ...
EP 182: Rewire for 2026
11 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
2026 isn’t about doing more — it’s about rewiring how you think and create.In this episode, we mix ideas from The Creative Act, Eat That Frog, a...
EP 181: Rewiring the Creative Brain
03 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Drawing on insights from Rick Rubin’s The Creative Act and Huberman Lab’s neuroscience, we break down how the brain’s neuroplasticity allows us ...
EP 180: Lessons from The Creative Act
27 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Inspired by The Creative Act, we explore how to balance both — so you can stay inspired, grounded, and fully present in your art.Creativity is chemi...
EP 179: Creative Dopamine
20 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Why does time disappear when you’re deep in your art — but crawl when you’re stuck or bored?In this episode, we explore how your brain feels tim...
EP 178: Strategic Emptiness
13 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What happens after your 3-hour creative window ends?You don’t stop creating — you shift states.This episode explores Strategic Emptiness — the i...
EP 177: The 3-Hour Creative
06 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The 3-Hour Creative explores how health, energy, and discipline shape the mind’s creative potential. The episode dives into the science and rituals ...
EP 176: Pitch an Adventure
29 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this solo episode, I break down how to use the Hero’s Journey — one of the most timeless storytelling frameworks — inside your pitch deck. In...
EP 175: Fatherhood & Creativity
23 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this thoughtful conversation, Valentino Marazziti reflects on how fatherhood reshaped his perspective on creativity, freelancing, and the legacy he...
EP 174: Letting Go of the Plan
15 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this insightful 45-minute podcast episode, Diand returns for her second appearance to share how she navigates life transitions, career shifts, and ...
EP 173: “AI Feels Like Slot Machines”: Andrew
07 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Andrew Buckley shares his journey from traditional filmmaking into the rapidly evolving world of AI-driven creativity. With over two ...
EP 172: Purpose → Perspective → Perception
01 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Creative Director Taranveer Singh joins to discuss the foundations of powerful advertising and storytelling. Drawing on his experienc...
EP 171: Intentional Path in Creativity
25 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
With Tom Crate, a creative director who has worked with Future Deluxe, Tendril, and The Mill. Tom reflects on his beginnings in motion design, his pas...
EP 170: Creative Awakening, Dreams as Tools.
18 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What if your dreams were not random but part of a greater rhythm shaping your creativity, growth, and transformation? In this episode, we explore how ...
EP 169: Longevity for Creatives, Tools & Frameworks
11 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this solo episode, I break down a transformation framework every creative can use to avoid burnout and stay sharp for decades. While many chase mon...
EP 168: Mark Zuckerberg declared war on the entire Ad industry.
04 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this insightful episode, we sit down with Giacomo Bompan, a leading voice in the convergence of 3D animation and AI-powered workflows. Giacomo shar...
EP 167: Finding My Voice.
28 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This is the most honest I’ve ever been on the mic. I share how years of creative success turned into silent burnout, what it felt like to lose my vo...
EP 166: Inside the Mind of a Modern Auteur
21 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, filmmaker and writer Andrés Aloi returns to discuss the evolving intersection of AI and storytelling. Recorded after the Amsterda...
EP 165: A Digital Marketer’s Unexpected Spiritual Journey
14 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this deeply insightful podcast episode, the host reconnects with a close friend and recurring guest to explore the powerful transformation from a h...
EP 164: Pixels to Sculptures, Digital to Physical
07 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this inspiring conversation with artist Jaehun Park, we explore the dynamic intersection of traditional art, futuristic sculpture, and the rise of...
EP 163: Surviving the Shift
30 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this insightful episode, designer and fashion-tech entrepreneur Afsha Iragorri returns to the podcast to talk about the evolving landscape of 3D fa...
EP 162: The Rise of AI Film Festivals
23 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this powerful episode of the Mountain Collective Podcast, we sit down with Asad Ayub, the visionary founder behind AI Film Fest Amsterdam. Asad t...
EP 161: Future-Proof Creative Practice
16 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this insightful podcast episode, Amsterdam-based designer and animator Daniel Maarleveld explores the evolving role of AI in creative workflows,...
EP 160: Playing the Long Game.
09 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Mountain Collective Podcast, we dive deep into the mindset behind long-term success in real estate and entrepreneurship. Our g...
EP 159: Milton Cato on Innovation & Craftsmanship
02 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we sit down with Milton Cato—founder of Studio DSRPT, a design practice pushing the boundaries of footwear and 3D, based in Amsterd...
EP 158: 3,000 Days of Passion Over Clients.
26 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this inspiring episode, we sit down with Fabian Oberhammer — a self-taught 3D artist, Instagram creator with over 180K followers, and the mind be...
EP 157: 9 Old Skills For New Worlds
19 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this podcast episode of Mountain Collective, Funs Jacobs, a creative mind, shares his journey and insights on storytelling, design, and creative su...
EP 156: Sasha Elage Reveals the Truth
12 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Mountain Collective Podcast, host Mourad Bahrouch sits down with renowned photographer Sasha Elage to discuss the power of stay...
EP 155: Mathijs Luijten Found Balance After Burnout
05 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, host and returning guest Mathijs Luijten dive into a vulnerable and insightful conversation about creativity, career growth, and li...
EP 154: Authentic Photography in Gen-Ai Era (THROWBACK)
28 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this captivating episode, internationally recognized photographer Sasha Elage shares his powerful journey from a childhood fascination with light t...
EP 153: Future Deluxe on Design (THROWBACK)
21 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this enlightening episode, Andy Hopkins, Executive Producer at Future Deluxe, shares his fascinating journey from ad-loving student to industry-lea...
EP 152: Designing a Brand that Speaks to Millions (THROWBACK)
14 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In the podcast interview with Simon Dixon, co-founder of DixonBaxi, the conversation delved into the rapidly evolving world of branding in 2023. Dixon...
EP 151: The Truth About AI, Copyright & Business
07 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Mountain Collective Podcast, host Mourad Bahrouch sits down with Rafael Costa (Ragaco), a Senior Creative Art Director and A...
EP 150: Dreams, AI & The Future of Design
31 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this insightful, Mourad Bahrouch sits down with Jona Bronkhorst to explore the intersection of art, technology, and human intuition. Jona shares ...
EP 149: Winning on and off the Pitch
24 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jenny Simmons, a former Nike brand strategist and professional footballer, joins the podcast to share her journey from playing at an elite level to la...
EP 148: How Brian Navigates the Creative Landscape
17 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Brian Hermelijn, former designer at BUCK & Woodwork, shares his journey into abstract art and design, reflecting on his early ins...
EP 147: How to Stay Authentic on Social Media in the Age of AI
10 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Mountain Collective Podcast, Martijn Holtes returns for a deep dive into the evolving landscape of AI, content creation, and au...
EP 146: Power of Trial and Error
03 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Daniel Ekelund, a creative designer with a passion for storytelling and visual communication, shares his insights on design, creativ...
EP 145: Top 100+ Ai Creatives Series – Michal Ukropec
24 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Mountain Collective Podcast, host Mourad Bahrouch sits down with Michal Ukropec, an AI and 3D technology expert, to explore th...
EP 144: Top 100+ Ai Creatives Series – Leo Rodman
17 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Leo Rodman, an AI educator and LinkedIn Top 100 AI voice, joins the Mountain Collective Podcast to explore the evolution of artificial intelligence in...
EP 143: Top 100+ Ai Creatives Series – Ryan Patterson
10 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode , we dive deep into the world of AI filmmaking with Ryan Patterson, an award-winning AI filmmaker and video producer based in Toronto...
EP 142: Top 100+ Ai Creatives Series – Natalie de Groot
03 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this captivating episode, Natalie de Groot, a design director based in Los Angeles and one of LinkedIn's Top 100 AI Creatives, discusses her tr...
EP 141: Top 100+ Ai Creatives Series – Warren Grange
27 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Warren Grange, named one of LinkedIn's Top 100 AI Creatives, discusses the intersection of creativity and artificial intelligence. He...
EP 140: Top 100+ Ai Creatives Series – Amr Tahtawi
20 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this insightful podcast, Amr Tahtawi, a Dubai-based art director and branding consultant, delves into the transformative impact of AI on design and...
EP 139: Goal ⤳ System Contemporary POV
13 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Jairo Lopez Riestra, Artistic Director of Flâneur, delves into his journey from working at Nike to shaping the identity of a contemp...
EP 138: From Amsterdam to Dubai – Transforming Creativity to Experience
06 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This podcast episode dives into the inspiring journey of an interior architect and designer who moved from Amsterdam to Dubai, reshaping her career wh...
EP 137: The Most Inspiring Journey To ASICS
30 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Yuichi Isaka, a trailblazer in the sports marketing world at ASICS, shares his journey from a teenager in Japan fascinated by American football to a s...
EP 136: Human vs AI in Creative Industries
23 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this podcast, Jon Gaute Espevold explores the evolving landscape of filmmaking and visual storytelling with an experienced cinematographer. Coverin...
EP 135: Dr.Maarten on How AI is Redefining Solutions
16 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Maarten Sukel, a trailblazer in AI and machine learning, shares his journey from working on waste management models to founding The AI Factory, a ...
EP 134: Designing Experiences That Sell
09 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Floor Hoeke, the founder of OwnSpaceStudio. – shares her journey from being a student of spatial design to creating retail spaces for renowned brand...
EP 133: Director on How-to design a Million opportunities
02 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Sofia Papadopoulou, Design Director at VML Dubai, reveals her strategic approach to unlocking million-dollar opportunities through design and personal...
EP 132: Behavioral Shifts On Smarter AI Workflows
25 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Discover how AI is transforming the workplace in this engaging conversation with Sanne Cornelissen, the founder of The Shortcut. With a background in ...
EP 131: Employee, Freelancer or Entrepreneur?
18 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this engaging podcast episode, we sit down with Afsha Iragorri, the co-founder and head of 3D Tech Design at 3D Fashion Solutions. With over seven ...
EP 130: How Virtual Avatars Are Shaping Brands
11 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this insightful podcast, Reggie, the CEO of Alias, shares his journey in creating a revolutionary web app that makes content creation easier with 3...
EP 129: Digital Fashion, Tools, and Mindset
04 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Dianne, a digital fashion designer, shares her journey from traditional fashion design to leading-edge digital innovation. She explor...
EP 128: Young Entrepreneurs
28 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this podcast, Taylor delves into her journey from a creative business student to a business owner, sharing insights on entrepreneurship, personal g...
EP 127: Staying Ready & Landing Freelance Clients
21 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this insightful podcast, a seasoned 3D freelancer shares his journey in the advertising industry, discussing the most significant challenges he fac...
EP 126: Balancing Digital and Offline
14 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This podcast dives into the transformative potential of Web 3, blockchain, and decentralized technologies, providing a fresh perspective on how busine...
EP 125: How AI is Transforming Workplace Efficiency
07 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this podcast, AI experts Thomas and Aaron dive into the rapidly evolving world of artificial intelligence and its significant role in transforming ...
EP 124: Commodore 64 to Head Of Design at Dentsu Creative Amsterdam
30 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this podcast, Christian Mezöfi, the Head of Design at a major creative agency, Dentsu Creative Amsterdam, takes us on a journey through his evolut...
EP 123: Freelancing, Motion Graphics, and Personal Growth
23 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Daria Anise, a skilled 3D artist with over eight years of experience, shares her professional journey, transitioning from design to m...
EP 122: The Power of Authenticity in 3D Art
16 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this insightful podcast, Jess Hewitt, a talented creative director and 3D artist, opens up about her journey in the creative industry, balancing wo...
EP 121: From Designer to Creative Director
09 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Valentino Marazziti’s journey from a designer to a creative director in the advertising industry highlights the importance of experimentation, adapt...
EP 120: How Playfulness Drives Brand Success
02 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this enlightening podcast episode, brand and innovation strategist Daphne Kusters shares her unique perspective on the intersection of nature, tran...
EP 119: No Secrets to Viral Animations
26 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this insightful podcast, Boris, an accomplished animator with over 200K Instagram followers, shares his journey from a film director to a renowned ...
EP 118: Leveraging AI for Fashion Brand Campaigns
19 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Emanuele Jane Morelli, a trailblazer in the fashion and design industry, shares her journey of integrating AI into her creative process. From starting...
EP 117: From Coaching Olympians to Transforming Healthcare w/ AR
12 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Casie Millhouse shares her inspiring journey from being a high-performance gymnastics coach to becoming a leading expert in augmented reality (AR) wit...
EP 116: Insights from a Freelance Animation Artist
05 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this insightful podcast, a seasoned freelance animation artist: Will Pietsch. Will Pietsch shares his journey from university projects to professi...
EP 115: From Freelancer To Studio Owner
22 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this enlightening episode, we delve into the transformative journey of a highly respected 3D artist and studio owner, Romain Guillon. He shares inv...
EP 114: How Hybrid Films Combines AI & Traditional
15 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In the latest podcast with filmmaker Andres Aloi, several critical insights into the future of filmmaking were discussed. Aloi emphasizes the inevitab...
EP 113: Marketing for Illustrators & Designers
08 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In the latest episode of our podcast, we delve deep into the creative journey of Narjes Mohammadi, a renowned illustrator and designer. From balancing...
EP 112: AI Tools for Enhanced Creative Processes & Branding
01 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this podcast episode, Jana Reske, a researcher specializing in human behavior and digital technology, shares her journey and insights into how AI i...
EP 111: Evolution of Digital Marketing for Creators
24 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this engaging episode, Anastasia Petrova delves into the evolving landscape of artificial intelligence (AI) and digital privacy, offering valuable ...
EP 110: Running Your Own Race
17 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Running, once a dreaded activity, has become an enjoyable and integral part of life for Rob and Leo. Their journey from despising running to embracing...
EP 109: AI's Impact on Filmmaking
10 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this engaging podcast episode, Asad Ayub delves into his upcoming AI Film Festival at EYE MUSEUM highlighting its unique features such as mastercla...
EP 108: How ByBorre is Leading the Change
03 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Borre Akkersdijk, in this podcast, delves into the pressing need for sustainability in the textile industry. He emphasizes the importance of finding a...
EP 107: Stable Diffusion workflows, Tips & Tricks
27 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this enlightening podcast, Vamsi Krishna, a pioneer in AI-driven visual art, delves into the transformative power of artificial intelligence in the...