Welcome to ‘Create Great’. This podcast series features conversations with creative people from different backgrounds, from different disciplines and different schools of thought. This podcast is hosted by David Bennett, Creative Director at OPX Studio & Visuelle. The best creatives will always strive to create something great, and we delve into how they go about this, what it means to them, their clients. This is a chance to explore what drives these talented individuals (and their studios) to create great.
Create great.
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Podcast Overview
Welcome to ‘Create Great’. This podcast series features conversations with creative people from different backgrounds, from different disciplines and different schools of thought. This podcast is hosted by David Bennett, Creative Director at OPX Studio & Visuelle. The best creatives will always strive to create something great, and we delve into how they go about this, what it means to them, their clients. This is a chance to explore what drives these talented individuals (and their studios) to create great.
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Recent Episodes
June 17, 2026
Episode 21 — James Sommerville ATTIK
<p>Recorded in my attic with ATTIK founder James Sommerville, this episode explores his remarkable four-decade journey in design from launching ATTIK with Simon Needham in Huddersfield to becoming one of the industry's most influential creative leaders.</p><p>James reflects on the early struggles of building a studio, receiving support from The King's Trust, and embracing emerging technologies such as the Apple Mac. We discuss the legendary Noise publications, the evolution of agency culture, and why today's creative businesses need to remain agile, collaborative and open to change.</p><p>The conversation also delves into his thoughts on AI, the future of design education, and his latest venture, KnownUnknown a global network of creative talent built around flexibility, experimentation and the power of bringing diverse minds together.</p><p>I really enjoyed this one, as it brought back memories from when I first saw ATTIK talk back in 1997.</p><p><br></p>
April 23, 2026
Casey Martin
<p>Episode 20 explores the unconventional journey of Casey, founder of <a href="https://play.studio/work" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Play</a>, from aspiring athlete to leading a global design studio. Casey shares how persistence, curiosity, and hands-on learning shaped his path into the creative industry. From late nights formatting decks at Leo Burnett to building a 30-person studio spanning San Francisco, London, and beyond, the conversation reveals the realities of design, business, and growth. It highlights the value of embracing mistakes, rejecting perfectionism, and learning by doing. Honest and inspiring, the podcast offers insight into creativity, entrepreneurship, and building a modern, design-led studio.</p><p>A massive thank you to Casey for taking the time to talk to me.</p>
March 24, 2026
Jonathan Ellery
<p>The 19th podcast features <a href="https://www.jonathanellery.com/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Jonathan Ellery</a>. We sat down in his beautiful London studio to talk about the origins of <a href="https://brownsdesign.com/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Browns</a> and explore the fascinating overlap between his work as both a designer and an artist.</p><p>Jonathan reflects on the early days of <a href="https://brownsdesign.com/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Browns</a>, which he founded in 1998 with two partners. The studio quickly built an international reputation through magazine features and word of mouth, long before the era of social media. Over time, Jonathan continued to develop the studio into the independent and respected practice it is today.</p><p>He also shares the inspirations behind his creative journey, from growing up in Cornwall studying art and design and discovering the possibilities of a creative career. The conversation moves through studio culture, publishing, and the relationship between design and art, highlighting Jonathan’s passion for thoughtful, independent, and meaningful creative work.</p><p>I really enjoyed my conversation with Jonathan and the whiskey that followed. A huge thank you to Jonathan for taking the time to share his stories, perspectives, and experiences so openly. It was a genuine pleasure spending time in his studio and hearing about his journey.</p><p><a href="https://brownseditions.com/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Browns Editions</a></p><p><br /></p>
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