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A selections of articles for Unorthodox Blend explore a diverse range of topics, from branding and culture to divergent thinking. Additionally, the podcast interviews and talks I've given over the years offer some my insights and unique perspectives.

Below are a collection of artlces and talks, see Conversation Archive for a wider selection

12–01–2025
UBA077 - The unspoken language of Intuition and Connection.

After reading The User Illusion a phrase that resonated with me was “We feel more than we know, and we know more than we can say” and here i explore this, and how it can inform our approach to life.

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08–12–2024
UBA073 - Eclectic but connected.
From the Creator Economy to the Taste Economy

A movement towards a more thoughtful and crafted way of operating with beautifully curated independent stores.

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24–11–2024
UBA071 - Building a Legacy
Choices Today That Shape Tomorrow

Prompted by a question from a friend “What does legacy mean to you?” Are we talking assets, literal wealth? Or values, beliefs and life lessons?

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10–11–2024
UBA069 - One mind, any weapon
Why true artistry comes from how we wield tools.

Inspired by this phrase, used in the Marine Corps Martial Arts Program...

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10–08–2024
UBA065 - Dyslexia in Breif*
The Power of Thinking Differently

This week is Dyslexia Awareness Week and with statistics from British Dyslexia Association stating that 3.3 million adults in the UK workplace have dyslexia, and i wanted to share my thoughts.

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09–25–2024
Talk - AP Hogeschool
Expert Class - Brand Experience Design

Returning for our second talk.
In this session, Russell and the i discuss our approach to projects, clients, and life, while reflecting on the current state of the industry and its future direction.

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09–25–2024
UBA061 - Kayfabe : Blurring the Lines Between Reality and Fiction

Following on in my trend of randomness…
The world is full of stories that sometimes seem too bizarre to be true. We navigate through a mix of reality and fiction every day, often not sure where one ends and the other begins...

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10–22–2024
UBA055 - Art Should Comfort the Disturbed and Disturb the Comfortable : A Brand Storytelling Perspective

Recently heard this: “Art should comfort the disturbed and disturb the comfortable,” said the Mexican poet and academic, Cesar A. Cruz, a line later repeated by Banksy...

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06–23–2024
UBA049 - Perfectly Imperfect : Embracing Flaws and The Creative Power of Imperfection

To be human is to be flawed, and it’s within these imperfections that creativity flourishes. Throughout civilisation, imperfect beings have crafted amazing art, songs, literature and films...

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04–03–2024
Podast - Unorthodox Blend Live

To celebrate Rosie Lee’s 24th birthday, the team is hosting three days of live conversations as part of Unorthodox Blend Live. If anyone has followed the series so far, they’ll know it covers a broad range of topics.

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10–22–2020
UBA019 - Embrace the Power of Continuous Improvement : Unleashing the Potential of Kaizen and the Art of Failure

While composing Substack articles and reflecting on key moments in my life, career, and business ventures, a consistent theme has emerged: To maintain a competitive edge and strive for enduring success...

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08–19–2023
Talk - Yonex Conference

We have been collaborating with Yonex, global leaders in badminton, tennis, and golf, as the brand transitions into a new era. And we have been working closely on thought partnership, and next April, will be heading to Tokyo to deliver the keynote at the Yonex GMC, where well’ll discuss how to build a brand for the future.

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10–22–2024
Talk - AP Hogeschool
Expert Class - Brand Experience Design

We shared insights into how they approach projects, clients, and life as a whole, while also discussing the current state of the industry and where they believe it’s heading...

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10–22–2020Talk - ESCP’s Field Notes

Speaking at ESCP’s Field Notes series, where he’ll share insights into creativity and brand activations. The talk gave students a behind-the-scenes look at life in a creative agency, as well as the skills they’ll need to succeed in the industry.

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03–15–2018
Talk - Design for Reel Amsterdam

To mark the Amsterdam studio’s 3rd anniversary, Rosie Lee launched Design for Reel, a film screening and panel discussion series focused on cinema from a design perspective. The first event featured a screening of Gaspar Noé's Enter The Void and a discussion with Mark and Russell about design in film.

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01–09–2018Talk - WeWork & Samsung “Doer, Maker, Creator' Panel Miami

Doer, Maker, Creator panel hosted by WeWork and Samsung. The panel brought together a diverse group of creative minds, including Lars Hemming from Vice & Virtue, Alain Macklovitch /A-Trak, David Macklovitch / Chromeo & Meg and Mitch Paone from DIA.

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09–26–2016
Talk - USBY Night Antwerp

In this talk, titled 53 Days in NY, I reflected on the nature of risk.

And shared personal examples of what some might consider risky: getting kicked out of collegetwice and committing to an honest, day-by-day account of opening a new office.

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