Somehow, some f*cking how, this podcast has reached 10 seasons. I can’t overemphasize how this started with no plans or with a vision of the future; there was just a deep desire to learn from people who are different than me. To delve into the past, present, and future of The New Exchange, my buddy Toby Tennebaum rejoins me on the pod to talk through it all.

Season 10 will begin on September 23rd, thanks for sticking around. Be sure to visit Toby's photography work on his website.

How often were told you told in school that you need to focus on one thing? If you were anything like me and my friends, I’d imagine it was a daily occurrence for you. There’s arguably some merit to why/how this was pushed onto us, but what about the people who say “f that”? That’s clearly been the case with our friend Carter Howe, a multi-disciplinary creative who’s exploring photography, modeling, and film production in quite some unique ways. At the core of Carter’s work is the exploration of identity, how it can be highlighted, personified, and a vehicle for storytelling. This has led him to working closely with acts like MUNA and Lucy Dacus, and brands like Nike and Levi’s, bringing his distinct style across those projects in a way that seems effortless.

But if you’ve been following this series, you know we’re interested in exploring how oftentimes things are anything but effortless. What is it like to pour yourself into so many projects while also traversing who you are professionally and personally? We chat about all of this while having some great laughs in the process.

Remember to follow @creativemainpod on Instagram for more updates on the pod! (intro song is Cassette Player by Rebecca Mardal).

This is a wild one: one of the best (if not THE best) live band on planet earth are gracing the podcast. The Hives from Fagersta, Sweden have been making noise since 1993, and somehow have been looking better than the lot of us while doing it. They’re about to release their seventh album, The Hives Forever, Forever The Hives, which is a body of work that further solidifies their world dominance of being absolute badasses. The album is as kinetic and dizzying as you’d expect, with gobsmacking quality that doesn’t sacrifice the emotion and grit of the songs. On our last summer bonus episode, I’m joined by frontman Howlin' Pelle Almqvist and guitarist Vigilante Carlstroem to discuss how The Hives continue to be your favourite band.

Also, this is a good time to mention that season 10 (again, holy sh*t) of the podcast will begin on September 23rd. Be sure to be subscribed wherever you stream podcasts so you don’t miss out.