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Episodes
AI, Intuition and Strategy: The Future of Decision-Making with Ganna Pogrebna and Graham Kenny
09 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In the final episode of Rules Don’t Apply, Dan Krigstein sits down live at SXSW with two absolute powerhouses: Professor Ganna Pogrebna, behavioural...
Nano Girl: Reclaiming Curiosity as a Superpower
04 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 10 of Rules Don't Apply, Dan Krigstein sits down with the unstoppable Dr Michelle Dickinson, aka Nano Girl: engineer, nanotechnologist,...
The Science of Play: Reclaiming Connection & Resilience with Dr Kate Renshaw
02 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Dan Krigstein sits down at SXSW with Dr. Kate Renshaw. Founding director of Play in Field Therapy to explore how play is not just for...
Depth Over Speed: Lisa Watts on Redefining Modern Media
27 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Rules Don’t Apply, Lisa Watts, CEO of The Conversation, joins Dan Krigstein for a deep dive into truth, trust, and the future of ...
Ricky Sutton: Uncensored Truth on Media's Future
24 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this live SXSW Sydney edition of Rules Don’t Apply, Dan Krigstein sits down with Ricky Sutton journalist, strategist and creator of the Future Me...
Founding CEO - Virgin Unite and Planetary Guardians
20 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back to Rules Don’t Apply with The Growth Distillery.In this episode, Dan Krigstein sits down with the incomparable Jean Oelwang, Founding C...
Reanna Browne on AI, Health, and Climate Change
18 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If you’ve ever wondered who really shapes the future, here’s the truth: we do. Every decision we make today defines what comes next. And our next ...
Manon Dave: The Future of Imagination
13 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week, host Dan Krigstein sits down with creative technologist, musician, strategist (and self-proclaimed “maker of cool sh*t”) Manon Dave. Fr...
Sandy Carter: The Future of AI
10 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back to Rules Don’t Apply!In Episode Three host Dan Krigstein sits down with the exceptional Sandy Carter, Silicon Valley powerhouse, COO of...
The future doesn’t belong to the ones who know. It belongs to the ones who are curious.
06 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to Episode 2 of Rules Don’t Apply. Dan Krigstein is joined by Dr Frederik G. Pferdt, Future Optimist, Educator, Entrepreneur, Award-Winning ...
Sir Martin Sorrell on AI, Quantum & the Future of Growth
03 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to Episode 1 of Rules Don't Apply!Dan Krigstein sits down with Sir Martin Sorrell.The industry titan who helped define modern advertising ...
Mo Gawdat: How to Solve for Happy in a World of Stress
27 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What does it take to be happy in a world that never slows down?In this special event, The Growth Distillery’s Dan Krigstein sits down with Mo Gawdat...
Finding Your Voice: Leading with Empathy and Impact at Unilever
05 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In the final episode of Stories Untold, we sit down with Kate Westgate, Head of Marketing for Unilever’s Home Care division, a leader who brings emp...
More Than a Label: The People Behind Powerful Brands
29 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to episode ten of Stories Untold, where we sit down with Caroline Wood, Head of Marketing at Fever-Tree. A brand known for its quiet confidenc...
The Creative Machine: Why AI Isn’t The Enemy
22 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to episode nine of Stories Untold, featuring Marie-Celine Wiström, or affectionately known as MC, Head of Creative Technology and AI at Made ...
The Inner Child: Fuel for Curiosity and Pushing Boundaries
15 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to episode eight of Stories Untold, where we chat with Anna Jackson, Head of Creative Excellence at Telstra — a storyteller, strategist, and...
Steering Change: Mastering the Art of Saying No and Embracing the Right Yes
08 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Stories Untold, we sit down with Alex McLean, General Manager of Marketing at BMW, to explore the evolving landscape of automotive ...
More Than a Title: Leading With Purpose, Not Ego
01 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to episode six of Stories Untold, where we sit down with Melissa Fein, Managing Director, Media, APAC at Accenture Song – a sharp thinker, d...
No One Way: Rethinking the Accessible Path
24 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to episode five of Stories Untold, where we speak with Paralympian and CEO of Inclusively Made, Paul Nunnari, a powerful voice for inclusive d...
Culture in the Balance: What We Lose When We Stop Listening
17 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to Episode 4 of Stories Untold.Annabelle Herd has shaped Australian culture from both the screen and the stage, with decades in media and now ...
Think Harder: Why the Best Ideas Refuse to Die
10 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to Episode 3 of Stories Untold.From Big Brother to boardrooms, Maz Farrelly has spent her career mastering the art of commanding attention, an...
From Command to Care: A New Way to Lead That Actually Works
03 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to Episode 2 of Stories Untold, a series about redefining success, leadership, and the stories we don’t always share.Sherilyn Shackell spent...
No Perfect Briefs, No Perfect Bosses: What Real Leadership Looks Like
30 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to Stories Untold!This season is about pulling back the curtain, on the mess, the moments, and the lessons you don’t always hear out loud.In...
From Heritage to Honesty: The Conversations That Shape Us
07 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
🎙️ Welcome to Episode 12 of UnfilteredThis one is about personal legacy, leadership and learning to bring your whole self forward.What happens wh...
From Frenemy to Fierce Ally: How Connection Beats Competition
05 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to Season 2 of UnfilteredThis time, we’re talking fierce allyship, honest conversations, and what happens when you choose to back someone yo...
Co-CEOs, One Vision: What Shared Leadership Really Looks Like
28 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to Season 2 of UnfilteredThis time, we’re talking shared leadership, evolving identity, and what it really takes to co-run a business when t...
Power Poses and Perspective Shifts: What Creative Trust Looks Like
23 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to Season 2 of UnfilteredThis time, we’re talking creative courage, mutual respect, and the kind of partnership that pushes you to grow pers...
Different Timezones, Same Vision: How to Build a Business Without a Shared Desk
21 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to Season 2 of Unfiltered. This time, we’re talking about long-distance leadership, creative tension, and the lessons that come from buildin...
Small Tweaks, Big Shifts: The Power of Bravery in the Details
16 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to Season 2 of Unfiltered.This time, we’re talking bold ideas, rethinking bravery, and the power of perspective shifts that change everythin...
It’s Not a Job, It’s a Partnership: How Emotional Trust Changes Everything
15 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to Season 2 of Unfiltered. This time, we’re talking friendship, trust, and the power of showing up as your whole self.Some people lead with ...
Mentors Are Out, Friendtors Are In: The Rise of Shared Energy & Real Accountability
09 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to Season 2 of Unfiltered where this time, we’re talking capacity, connection, and the people who hold us together.Success isn’t just abou...
Forget the Ladder: The Brutal Truth About Careers & Why Squiggly is the Future
07 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to Season 2 of Unfiltered—this time, we’re going global.Success isn’t a solo sport. Behind every breakthrough, every bold move, and ev...
Let Go to Level Up: The Truth About Leadership, Perfectionism & Trust
02 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to Episode 2 of Unfiltered—and this one is for anyone who’s ever felt the pressure to have all the answers.Markets change. Plans fall apar...
Beyond Ego: The Secret to Achieving More (By Caring Less)
28 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to Season 2 of Unfiltered! And this time, we’re going global.Success isn’t a solo sport. Behind every big win, every breakthrough, every m...
Breaking Barriers: Poppy Reid’s Path from Intern to Editor-in-Chief
12 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to Rules Don’t Apply, a series that redefines what’s possible by exploring the unconventional wisdom of pioneers, provocateurs, and disrup...
From Airwaves to Algorithms: Adam Spencer's Take on Creativity and AI
07 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to Rules Don’t Apply, a series that redefines what’s possible by exploring the unconventional wisdom of pioneers, provocateurs, and disrup...
Unmasking Reality: Navigating Truth in the Age of AI with Noelle Russell
04 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to Rules Don’t Apply, a series that redefines what’s possible by exploring the unconventional wisdom of pioneers, provocateurs, and disrup...
The Battle for Creativity: AI vs. Humanity with Futurist Brian David Johnson
29 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to Rules Don’t Apply, a series that redefines what’s possible by exploring the unconventional wisdom of pioneers, provocateurs, and disrup...
From Fear to Action: The Mental Models of 7x World Champion Layne Beachley
23 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to Rules Don't Apply, a series that redefines what’s possible by exploring the unconventional wisdom of pioneers, provocateurs, and disrupto...
Thinkerbell’s Adam Ferrier on Standing Out in a Crowded Market
31 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
oin us as we peel back the layers to reveal the untold stories behind some of Australia’s most influential marketing, advertising, and creative mind...
Boody's Secret to Success: Ruth Haffenden on Building a Passionate Community
25 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join us as we peel back the layers to reveal the untold stories behind some of Australia’s most influential marketing, advertising, and creative min...
Winning Campaigns: Dee Madigan's Secrets to Persuasion
10 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
oin us as we peel back the layers to reveal the untold stories behind some of Australia’s most influential marketing, advertising, and creative mind...
Finding Your Perfect Fit: Geer & Colter on Building Powerful Partnerships
09 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join us as we peel back the layers to reveal the untold stories behind some of Australia’s most influential marketing, advertising, and creative min...
Fearless Leadership with Rose Herceg from WPP
09 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join us as we peel back the layers to reveal the untold stories behind some of Australia’s most influential marketing, advertising, and creative min...
Robbie Brammall's Insights from MONA: Thriving in Creative Chaos
19 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to "The B-Side"Join us as we peel back the layers to reveal the untold stories behind some of Australia’s most influential marketi...
The B-Side: Fernando Machado's Blueprint for Growth in Every Job
12 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to "The B-Side".In this series, we peel back the layers to uncover the untold stories behind some of Australia's most influentia...
A Futurist’s Take on Growth: The Next Big Trends You Should be Looking Out For with Bernard Salt AM
07 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We explore the big ‘resets’ that have set apart some of the world’s brilliant marketers and brands. Why growth is such an important consideratio...
Telstra’s CMO, Brent Smart on Why We Should Quit Focusing on Short-term Performance
31 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We explore the big ‘resets’ that have set apart some of the world’s brilliant marketers and brands. Why growth is such an important consideratio...
Reset for Growth with Josh Faulks CEO, AANA
28 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We explore the big ‘resets’ that have set apart some of the world’s brilliant marketers and brands. Welcome to the first episode of The Growth...
Is Collaborative Marketing the Key to Growth? With Nic Taylor, SVP & Head of LEGO Agency
24 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We explore the big ‘resets’ that have set apart some of the world’s brilliant marketers and brands. Why growth is such an important consideratio...
Why so many businesses fail in the first 5 years with Boost Juice’s Founder, Janine Allis
17 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Why growth is such an important consideration for businessesWelcome to the first episode of The Growth Distillery’s Reset for Growth series in colla...
You need this 1 thing for great leadership with Fern Canning Marketing Director, Consulting at Deloitte
07 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to the concluding episode of The Marketing Academy x The Growth Distillery 11-part series. Join us as we continue to unravel the intricacies o...
The Me, The We, The It: Why there’s actually 3 elements to work-life balance with Will Koukouras
03 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join us for another exciting episode of The Marketing Academy x The Growth Distillery, where we blend authenticity with invaluable insights. In this i...
3 Important Things Up-And-Coming Marketers Need To Look Out For With Jade Lish, Head of Marketing v2food.
26 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back to another episode of The Marketing Academy x The Growth Distillery 11-part series, where authenticity meets insight. Join us as we cont...
Sian Whitnall, Co-CEO at OMD Australia: “If You’re Not Listening, You’re Not Leading…”
19 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back to another episode of The Marketing Academy x The Growth Distillery 11-part series, where authenticity meets insight. Join us as we conti...
The 3 Key Things You Need to Master Leadership! With Toby Harrison, Ogilvy AUNZ
12 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back to The Marketing Academy x The Growth Distillery 11-part series, where authenticity meets insight. Join us as we continue to unravel the ...
Calm, Caring, Considered and Courageous: The 4 C's with Nicole Bardsley
05 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back for another episode of The Marketing Academy x The Growth Distillery 11-part series. In this mini-series, we revel in the unmasking of ma...
“Your network is your net worth” with Chris Murphy, General Manager at The Hallway
28 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Dive into another captivating episode of The Marketing Academy x The Growth Distillery 11-part series! In this instalment host Dan Krigstein engages i...
Balancing Act: Terri Martin on Family, Corporate Life, and Trusting Your Gut
22 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back to The Marketing Academy x The Growth Distillery 11-part series, where we delve into the intricate dynamics of leadership and authenticit...
Finding Gold in Imperfection: Catherine Bowe's Journey Through Marketing and Life
15 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back to The Marketing Academy x The Growth Distillery 11-part series, where authenticity meets insight. Join us as we continue to unravel the ...
Unpacking the Marketing Toolkit: Perspectives from Nova Entertainment's Chief Growth Officer Adam Johnson
08 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back to the second episode of The Marketing Academy x The Growth Distillery 11-part series, Unfiltered. Join us in this captivating mini-serie...
"Before you try to change the world, get your house in order” with Lucio Ribeiro
03 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to the first installment of The Marketing Academy x The Growth Distillery 11-part series. In this mini-series, we revel in the unmasking of ma...
AI empowers the creative ecology with Alex McLean, GM of Marketing, BMW Australia
26 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to another instalment of the Advertising Week APAC 2023 Great Minds mini series. On this episode, Dan speaks with Alex McLean, GM of Marketi...
Why a media first strategy is important, with James Holloman, CMO of David Jones
18 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to another instalment of the Advertising Week APAC 2023 Great Minds mini series. On this episode, Dan speaks with James Holloman, CMO of Dav...
Connecting with consumers on a human level with Greg Graham, Founder of The Nest Consultancy.
11 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to another instalment of the Advertising Week APAC 2023 Great Minds mini series. On this episode, Dan speaks with Greg Graham, founder of Th...
Creating an authentic brand voice with Natalie Portman’s football club Angel City
04 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to another instalment of the Advertising Week APAC 2023 Great Minds mini series. On this episode, Dan speaks with Julie Uhrman, American soc...
The evolving role of CMOs with Sherilyn Shackell Founder & CEO, The Marketing Academy
29 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to the fourth instalment of the Advertising Week APAC 2023 Great Minds mini series.On this episode, Dan speaks with Sherilyn Shackell, Founder...
Metaverse skepticism, advertising strategies, and employee well-being: Aimee Buchanan, GroupM CEO
21 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to the third instalment of the Advertising Week APAC 2023 Great Minds mini series. On this episode, Dan speaks with Aimee Buchanan, CEO of Gro...
Balancing data with creativity and communications with Susan Coghill, CMO of Tourism Australia
14 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to the second instalment of the Advertising Week APAC Minds mini series. On this episode, Dan speaks with Susan Coghill, CMO of Tourism Aust...
Leveraging AI in marketing with Mel Fein CEO of Initiative Australia
09 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to the first instalment of the Advertising Week APAC 'Great Minds' mini series.On this episode, Dan speaks with Mel Fein, CEO of award...
Protecting your Premium’ in conversation with Tushar Menon
31 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back to another episode of The Growth Distillery, with Dan Krigstein. In this episode, Dan is joined by Tushar Menon, co-founder and CEO of ...
Balancing Purpose & Profit with Yolanda Saiz
17 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back to another episode of The Growth Distillery, with Dan Krigstein. In this episode, Dan is joined by Yolanda Saiz, Chief Executive Office...
The Fountain of Youthfulness: In Conversation with Toby Harrison & Dan Robertson-Jones
14 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back to another episode of The Growth Distillery, with Dan Krigstein. In this episode, Dan is joined by Toby Harrison & Dan Robertson-Jo...
Cannes in Cairns Storytellers - Mark Ritson
14 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back to another installment of the Cannes in Cairns storytellers mini series. In line with the central theme of the Cannes festival, we expl...
Cannes in Cairns Storytellers - Mel Hopkins
14 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Shownotes:Welcome back to another installment of the Cannes in Cairns storytellers mini series. In line with the central theme of the Cannes festiva...
Cannes in Cairns Storytellers - Sarah Wickham
13 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back to another installment of the Cannes in Cairns storytellers mini series. In line with the central theme of the Cannes festival, we explor...
Cannes in Cairns Storytellers - Dee Madigan
21 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back to another installment of the Cannes in Cairns storytellers mini series. In line with the central theme of the Cannes festival, we expl...
Cannes in Cairns Storytellers - Robbie Brammal
13 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back to another installment of the Cannes in Cairns storytellers mini series. In line with the central theme of the Cannes festival, we expl...
Cannes in Cairns Storytellers - Jane Caro
08 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back to another installment of the Cannes in Cairns storytellers mini series. In line with the central theme of the Cannes festival, we expl...
Cannes in Cairns Storytellers - Dave Hovenden
05 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to the first instalment of the Cannes in Cairns storytellers mini series. In line with the central theme of the Cannes festival, we explore ...
‘Business as a Force for Good’ in conversation with Andrew Therkelsen
18 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Dan speaks with Andrew Therkelson. Andrew is a specialist in understanding human and consumer behaviour and translating that into act...
‘A drought of creativity’ in conversation with Lisa Ronson
09 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode, Dan Krigstein speaks with Lisa Ronson, adjunct professor at Deakin University, a prolific Australian Marketer & CMO Magazine’s ...
Shattering The Mental Model Of Wellbeing
30 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode, Dan Krigstein speaks with Elaine Dubost, Executive Strategy Director at The Lab Insight & Strategy. They discuss the new ment...
The Business of Being Well
07 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode, Dan Krigstein speaks with Nick Ingate, Founder of Sabbatical Travel and former Partner at the brand consultancy group “The Projects...
The books will have to balance
09 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Dan speaks with Rikki Pearce, the Managing Director of Verve Australia, and the global lead of Verve’s centre for advanced analytic...
Why fortune will favour the brave in 2023
08 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s episode, Dan speaks with Jaimes Leggett, Founding Partner of Today the Brave and former CEO of M&C Saatchi to discuss what the combin...