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Ever wondered what fills the world’s most creative minds?
Feed your inspiration with our regular columns.

Playlist: Paul Minor
28th Nov

Playlist:PaulMinor

We hear from Golden LA director Paul Minor about music video passion projects, unique photobook inspirations and trying on Mr. T's gold chains.

25th Nov
Rollo Hollins: A Few Of My Favourite Things

Rollo Hollins: A Few Of My Favourite Things

The Armoury director tells us about the talisman, teeth, and terrifying claws that keep him creatively inspired.

19th Nov
On My Radar: Tomas Jacobi

On My Radar: Tomas Jacobi

Tomas Jacobi, the ECD and Co-Founder of Citizen Music, talks about excellent Excel promos, a musical act that is simply "eternal", and why he always like to have a Mate on hand, as he reveals what's on his creative radar.

18th Nov
Filmawi: A Few Of My Favourite Things

Filmawi: A Few Of My Favourite Things

Knucklehead's new signing takes us through the visual, audio, and organisation apparatus that keeps his creativity on point.

14th Nov
Playlist: Jack Cronin

Playlist: Jack Cronin

Jack Cronin, Assistant Editor at PXP, chats to us about his Michel Gondry admiration, working with Chance The Rapper, and bratty music videos.

12th Nov
On My Radar: Leo Zuckerman

On My Radar: Leo Zuckerman

Leo Zuckerman, a director at Tool, on the Ferrari of computer display monitors, why Kubrick films should be mandatory, and the complexities of Leonard Cohen's music.

11th Nov
Tomas Jonsgården: A Few of My Favourite Things

Tomas Jonsgården: A Few of My Favourite Things

Award-winning director and screenwriter Tomas Jonsgården talks us through the nostalgic VHSs, magical mellotrons and yoga soldiers that keep his inspiration flowing.

Around the world

On Location is a column that gives a boots-on-the-ground look at some amazing cities, brought to you by local production experts.

5th Nov
On My Radar: Isabel Bethencourt

On My Radar: Isabel Bethencourt

IndependentMedia director Isabel Bethencourt tries to curb an obsession with statistics, is delighted by a DA Pennebaker film, and bows down to the power of Prince, as she reveals what's on her creative radar.

31st Oct
Playlist: Ricky Rxse

Playlist: Ricky Rxse

1st Ave Machine director Ricky Rxse speaks on social media shifts, the future of short form content, and his love for stand up comedy.

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29th Oct
On My Radar: Diogo Kalil

On My Radar: Diogo Kalil

LOBO director Diogo Kalil celebrates the ingenuity of the Las Vegas Sphere, the power and portability of the iPad, and the thought-provoking themes of Love Death & Robots, as he reveals what's on his creative radar.

28th Oct
Jackson Tisi: A Few Of My Favourite Things

Jackson Tisi: A Few Of My Favourite Things

From the rugged terrain of Wyoming to the heart of Los Angeles, filmmaker Jackson Tisi talks us through the books, pics, and pooches that provide inspiration for his creative journey.

23rd Oct
Peer Review: BRBR

Peer Review: BRBR

Known for their raw, innovative and impactful storytelling, Spindle filmmakers BRBR explain how sharing pretty much every aspect of their lives, from clothes to food to favourite films, has informed their collective vision.