DOPA (The Department of Pro-Activeness).

About DOPA (The Department of Pro-Activeness).

DOPA (The Department of Pro-Activeness). Fuelling conversations around creative wellness and turning negative barriers into positive tools for mental success. Founded, Created and Hosted by Alex Normanton. Music by Keelan Doyle.

Publisher

Alex Normanton

Category

health & fitness

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

23 Mar 2021

Latest episode

25 Sept 2023

Latest episodes

17 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   25 Sept 2023

   S02 EP06: From surviving to thriving with Laser 3.14

   In conversation with Laser 3.14 (https://laser314.com/), a street artist and visual poet, based in Amsterdam. In this episode, we discuss how to shift from a surviving to a thriving mentality, and how his background and personal story have influenced the way he thinks, expresses himself and informs his passion for life. Creating poetry on the street for over 15 years, Laser 3.14’s name is inseparable from any conversation about Amsterdam and urban art. As the city’s most prolific street artist, he shares his distinctive work of visual poetry both outside amongst the canals of Amsterdam and in many of the city's prestigious galleries. Laser 3.14 (https://www.instagram.com/laser314/) is celebrated globally for his bold statements about politics, popular culture & everyday life. Laser 3.14 (https://www.instagram.com/laser314/) has been exhibited in Den Haag Museum, the Stedelijk Museum Amsterdam, is part of the Amsterdam Historic Museum permanent collection, and was awarded the PAX Peace Prize for his work towards raising issues of global stability. In addition, he's collaborated with fashion and lifestyle brands including Denham, Nike, Lane Crawford and Tommy Hilfiger. -- DOPA (The Department of Pro-Activeness) Founded, Created and Hosted by Alex Normanton (https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexnormanton/). Music by Keelan Doyle (https://www.linkedin.com/in/keelan-doyle-81795b15b/). Don't forget to like, follow, share & subscribe. Follow us on Instagram @d__o__p__a (https://www.instagram.com/d__o__p__a/) www.thedopa.com (https://www.thedopa.com)

2. 

   21 Mar 2022

   S02 EP05: From sensitivity to sensibility with Jason Kempen

   In conversation with Jason Kempen (https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-kempen-25907877/), Creative Director at Qindle (https://www.qindle.com/), Amsterdam. In this episode, we discuss how to navigate from sensitivity to sensibility and how to help people become more pragmatic in their creative ideology and approach. Jason (https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-kempen-25907877/) is an experienced Creative Director working in the fields of brand identity, packaging design and art direction. Originally from Cape Town and now living in Amsterdam, he enjoys working intuitively and pragmatically with both global and local clients. Roles at a combination of large network agencies as well as independent studios led him to his current position as Creative Director at Qindle (https://www.qindle.com/), where Jason and his team design at the intersection of technology, health and food innovation. From agile FMCG start-ups to international tech giants, his passion is growing brands through original, meaningful and strategic brand design. In his spare time, Jason is a pop-culture addict and avid book-collector with a passion for travel and cooking. Mentions: Dixon Baxi (https://dixonbaxi.com/), (https://www.dandad.org/)Sense and Sensibility (https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0114388/), Mr. Darcy (https://nl.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fitzwilliam_Darcy) -- DOPA (The Department of Pro-Activeness) Founded, Created and Hosted by Alex Normanton (https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexnormanton/). Music by Keelan Doyle (https://www.linkedin.com/in/keelan-doyle-81795b15b/). Don't forget to like, follow, share & subscribe. Follow us on Instagram @d__o__p__a (https://www.instagram.com/d__o__p__a/) www.thedopa.com (https://www.thedopa.com)

3. 

   14 Feb 2022

   S02 EP04: From secrecy to openness with Katrina Encanto

   In conversation with Katrina Encanto (https://www.linkedin.com/in/katrina-encanto-464b8316/), an Executive Creative Director at 180 Amsterdam (https://www.180amsterdam.com/). In this episode, we discuss how to shift from secrecy to openness and how to help people share more, be truly authentic, collaborative and more vulnerable with their ideas. Amsterdam is the latest stop on a journey that has taken Katrina from Manila to Milan, Parma, Bangkok, and London. At 180, she works with a team of over 30 nationalities to offer a fresh perspective for brands all around the world. With this role comes the responsibility of nurturing creative talent, raising the craft of the work, and creating unexpected narratives that resonate with people. She has been a part of building some of the world’s most long-standing brands, such as ‘Dirt is Good’ for Persil / Omo, and also helped challenger brands stand out through a distinctive point of view, as she did with Sloggi. She has also raised awareness for the issues she cares about, such as gender equality with 'Redraw the Balance', which was shared and recreated all over the world. Her work has won accolades of all colours at D&AD, Cannes Lions, Clio, One Show, LIA, and Epica, amongst others. Through this all, she has worked alongside her partner EJ Galang. See their work at katandej.com (http://katandej.com/). Mentions: Daniel Pink (https://www.mindtools.com/pages/article/autonomy-mastery-purpose.htm#:~:text=Autonomy%20is%20the%20need%20to,conform%20to%20strict%20workplace%20rules.), D&AD (https://www.dandad.org/), Parasite (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5xH0HfJHsaY), Graphis (https://www.graphis.com/), Communication Arts (https://www.commarts.com/), Pinterest (https://nl.pinterest.com/) -- DOPA (The Department of Pro-Activeness) Founded, Created and Hosted by Alex Normanton (https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexnormanton/). Music by Keelan Doyle (https://www.linkedin.com/in/keelan-doyle-81795b15b/). Don't forget to like, follow, share & subscribe. Follow us on Instagram @d__o__p__a (https://www.instagram.com/d__o__p__a/) www.thedopa.com (https://www.thedopa.com/)

4. 

   6 Dec 2021

   S02 EP03: From faking it to storytelling with Rod Ben Zeev

   In conversation with Rod Ben Zeev (https://www.linkedin.com/in/rod-ben-zeev-777b993/), Facilitator at THNK School of Creative Leadership (https://www.thnk.org/), Amsterdam. In this episode, we discuss how to pivot from improvisation to storytelling and how to enable people to move away from a ‘fake it till you make it’ mentality. Rod Ben Zeev (https://www.linkedin.com/in/rod-ben-zeev-777b993/) has devoted his professional career to telling stories. He's written plays, screenplays, TV shows, performed stand-up comedy, founded a true storytelling night, and performed improvisational theatre all over the globe. He particularly connected with improv because of the spontaneity and the collective discovery. In order to do well you need to adhere to the basic rules: say "Yes And" to any idea, listen deeply, and connect with fellow players. If you can master these skills, you can develop mindsets that can help you be a better storyteller, innovator, and leader. He designs and delivers innovation and leadership programs for THNK (https://www.thnk.org/), The Haas School of Business at The University of California Berkeley, the NYPD Leadership Program at John Jay College and Stanford Media X. He has a B.A. in English Literature from Boston University and an M.A. in Cultural Analysis from the University of Amsterdam. Mentions: Arthur Eron (https://amorebeautifulquestion.com/36-questions/), Mezrab (https://mezrab.nl/), Google Aristotle (https://rework.withgoogle.com/print/guides/5721312655835136/), Robert Wolfe (https://www.thnk.org/community/people/robert-wolfe/), Marshall Gains (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g7CW_10C7lQ), Language of the Senses (LOTS) (https://www.enchantingmarketing.com/sensory-words/). -- DOPA (The Department of Pro-Activeness) Founded, Created and Hosted by Alex Normanton (https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexnormanton/). Music by Keelan Doyle (https://www.linkedin.com/in/keelan-doyle-81795b15b/). Don't forget to like, follow, share & subscribe. Follow us on Instagram @d__o__p__a (https://www.instagram.com/d__o__p__a/) www.thedopa.com (https://www.thedopa.com/)

5. 

   5 Nov 2021

   S02 EP02: From ego to empathy with Carren O'Keefe

   In conversation with Carren O'Keefe (https://www.linkedin.com/in/carrenokeefe/), Executive Creative Director at AnalogFolk (https://analogfolk.com/), Amsterdam. In this episode, we discuss how to navigate from ego to empathy and how to help people shift to a more down-to-earth operational model. Plus practical tools on how to recognise your own self-saboteur and how to stay humble and grounded. Carren O’Keefe (https://www.linkedin.com/in/carrenokeefe/) is the Executive Creative Director of AnalogFolk (https://analogfolk.com/) in Amsterdam, an independent global creative agency that uses digital to make the analog world better. Prior to relocating to AMS in 2020, Carren founded AF’s Portland, OR office and helped oversee creative across the US region. After decades of award-winning work for some of the world’s biggest brands, Carren’s passion and mission is to make this industry, and the world, better than the one she came into. In 2020, after AF received the honour of Campaign’s Global Digital Innovation Agency of the Year, she was a part of the council who created a new north star for the network - be an impactful agency of change for people, brands and society in pursuit of a better world. Her most recent work for Nike is a demonstration of this. The Nike Mind Sets series looks to destigmatize conversations around mental health and help people use movement to positively impact their mental well-being. Mentions: University of Chicago (https://www.uchicago.edu/), NBA (https://www.nba.com/), Positive Intelligence (https://www.positiveintelligence.com/) and Anthony Burrill (https://anthonyburrill.com/). -- DOPA (The Department of Pro-Activeness) Founded, Created and Hosted by Alex Normanton (https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexnormanton/). Music by Keelan Doyle (https://www.linkedin.com/in/keelan-doyle-81795b15b/). Don't forget to like, follow, share & subscribe. Follow us on Instagram @d__o__p__a (https://www.instagram.com/d__o__p__a/) www.thedopa.com (https://www.thedopa.com/)

6. 

   1 Oct 2021

   S02 EP01: From insecurity to smashing it with Liva Grinberga

   In conversation with Liva Grinberga (https://www.linkedin.com/in/liva-grinberga/), Design Director at MediaMonks (https://media.monks.com/), Amsterdam. In this episode, we discuss how to navigate from insecurity to empowerment and how to enable people to ‘smash it’ in their daily creative roles. A very informative and inspiring conversation packed full of practical tools, how to step back from 'pixel management' and how to champion people to be the best version of themselves. Plus a lot of infectious laughter. As a Design Director, Liva (https://www.linkedin.com/in/liva-grinberga/) works closely with an amazing global team of designers, focusing on delivering best-in-class work through open collaboration that inspires both the clients and the design community alike. Mentions: Who's Your Momma (She Says) (https://www.shesayswhosyourmomma.com/), MediaMonks (https://media.monks.com/). -- DOPA (The Department of Pro-Activeness) Founded, Created and Hosted by Alex Normanton (https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexnormanton/). Music by Keelan Doyle (https://www.linkedin.com/in/keelan-doyle-81795b15b/). Don't forget to like, follow, share & subscribe. Follow us on Instagram @d__o__p__a (https://www.instagram.com/d__o__p__a/) www.thedopa.com (https://www.thedopa.com/)

7. 

   7 Jul 2021

   S01 EP10: From mistakes to ass-kick ideas with Erik Kessels

   In conversation with Erik Kessels, Dutch artist, curator, communication designer (https://www.erikkessels.com/) and Creative Partner of KesselsKramer (https://www.kesselskramer.com/), Amsterdam. In this episode, we discuss how to use and embrace all the mistakes and f***k ups within the creative process. As design software and tools have opened the doorway to perfectionism, sometimes it's ok to stick everything in a metaphoric washing machine and mix things up a little. A very engaging conversation packed full of inspiration, practical tools and how to master the art of looking sideways within the ideation process. Erik Kessels is a Dutch artist, curator and communication designer, with great interest in photography. Since 1996, he has been the Creative Partner of communications agency KesselsKramer in Amsterdam/London and has created campaigns for national and international clients such as Nike, Diesel, J&B Whisky, Oxfam, Vitra, Citizen M, I amsterdam and The Hans Brinker Budget Hotel. Kessels has won many international awards with his communication work. Kessels has published over 75 books of his 're-appropriated' images, has taught at the Gerrit Rietveld Academy (Amsterdam), Écal (Lausanne), Raffles (Milan) and at the Amsterdam Academy of Architecture where he curated a celebration of amateurism. He has been called “a visual sorcerer” by Time Magazine and a “Modern Anthropologist” by Voque (Italia). Mentions: DixonBaxi - The Design Process (https://thedixonbaxiway.com/), Brian Eno Oblique Strategies (https://www.enoshop.co.uk/product/oblique-strategies.html), Ideo (https://vimeo.com/326484284) and 'The Art of Looking Sideways', Alan Fletcher. (//the-art-of-looking-sideways) -- DOPA (The Department of Pro-Activeness) Founded, Created and Hosted by Alex Normanton (https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexnormanton/). Music by Keelan Doyle (https://www.linkedin.com/in/keelan-doyle-81795b15b/). Don't forget to like, follow, share & subscribe. Follow us on Instagram @d__o__p__a (https://www.instagram.com/d__o__p__a/) www.thedopa.com (https://www.thedopa.com/)

8. 

   23 Jun 2021

   S01 EP09: From brickwalls to breakthrough with Alec Tear

   In conversation with Alec Tear (https://www.linkedin.com/in/alec-tear/), independent Designer and Lettering Artist (https://www.alectear.com/), based in Amsterdam. In this episode, we discuss how to break-through those mental brick walls and how to use them to channel more solid ideas. "No-one is ever going to create the best design ever when they are stressed about creating the best design ever". The process of conquering the wall becomes addictive, and the process of design enables you with the desire and appetite to repeat the whole cycle again. Alec Tear (https://www.linkedin.com/in/alec-tear/) is an independent Designer and Lettering Artist (https://www.alectear.com/) with an extensive background in branding and packaging. Working in a wide range of graphic styles, he designs concept-driven typography for creative agencies and brands all over the world. Mentions: Beverly (East riding of Yorkshire) (https://www.yorkshire.com/places/east-yorkshire/beverley), Halifax (West Yorkshire) (https://www.yorkshire.com/places/west-yorkshire/calderdale/halifax), D&AD (https://www.dandad.org/), JKR (https://jkrglobal.com/), University of Northumbria at Newcastle (https://www.northumbria.ac.uk/). -- DOPA (The Department of Pro-Activeness) Founded, Created and Hosted by Alex Normanton (https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexnormanton/). Music by Keelan Doyle (https://www.linkedin.com/in/keelan-doyle-81795b15b/). Don't forget to like, follow, share & subscribe. Follow us on Instagram @d__o__p__a (https://www.instagram.com/d__o__p__a/) www.thedopa.com (https://www.thedopa.com/)

9. 

   9 Jun 2021

   S01 EP08: From anxiety to excitement with Liam Houlihan

   In conversation with Liam Houlihan (https://www.linkedin.com/in/liam-houlihan-88812745/), Creative Director of Bulletproof (https://www.wearebulletproof.com/), Amsterdam. In this episode, we discuss how to have a healthy perspective on anxiety and how to unlock the excitement phase within the creative process. The greatest ideas are not born out of stress and anxiety, they are born out of play and excitement. There is power in switching off, getting out into nature, blocking out your agenda and turning off notifications. When your mind is free from anxiety, ideas start to flourish. Liam Houlihan (https://www.linkedin.com/in/liam-houlihan-88812745/), is the Creative Director of the Bulletproof (https://www.wearebulletproof.com/) Amsterdam studio. Since leaving University in the West Country, UK, Liam’s career has taken him from Bristol, London, New York and Amsterdam. As a creative Liam is drawn to clarity in idea and beauty in execution. Drawing from life to create relevant, fresh and disruptive design. Learning from craft to make the complicated appear simple. Working globally Liam has worked with some of the biggest companies on the planet to home-grown start-ups. Building brands to tell stories and have a rightful place in the hearts and minds of their consumers. Partnering with the likes of Coca-Cola, Heineken, Mondelez and Restaurant Brands International to name a few. Currently using all of his free time to explore and eat his way through the canals and side streets of his new city with pup in tow. Mentions: Mitchell & Webb (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=THNPmhBl-8I), Girls Aloud (https://nl.wikipedia.org/wiki/Girls_Aloud) and Fat Boy Slim (https://open.spotify.com/album/4zT6Jhdn5uKxmGFZsJvFE5?si=Y7QIxZ8ZRy-c6pBivGakRw&dl_branch=1). -- DOPA (The Department of Pro-Activeness) Founded, Created and Hosted by Alex Normanton (https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexnormanton/). Music by Keelan Doyle (https://www.linkedin.com/in/keelan-doyle-81795b15b/). Don't forget to like, follow, share & subscribe. Follow us on Instagram @d__o__p__a (https://www.instagram.com/d__o__p__a/) www.thedopa.com (https://www.thedopa.com/)

10. 

    26 May 2021

    S01 EP07: From fear to fun with Timo Kramp

    In conversation with Timo Kramp (https://www.linkedin.com/in/timo-kramp-b70279aa/), Founder and Creative Director of Kindly Made (https://kindlymade.studio/), Amsterdam. In this episode, we discuss how to channel fear and include it as part of the creative process. A healthy dose of fear sprinkled into a project can help you to fully embrace the house of fun at the point of arrival. It also helps to produce better work (if your perspective on fear is healthy). A very interesting conversation from someone at the start of their career and who's smashing it in all things sustainable. After working at various design and creative agencies in Amsterdam, Timo (https://www.linkedin.com/in/timo-kramp-b70279aa/)felt frustrated by the industry and decided to focus his career on projects that have meaning and purpose. Kindly Made (https://kindlymade.studio/) is the first full-service branding agency (in the Netherlands) that exclusively partners with sustainable and plant-based start-ups and scale-ups. It helps create, shape, and future-proof various sustainable brands. After the continued growth and success of the studio, they are poised, ready, and willing to change the world and our planet. Something we should all be conscious of and making those important lifestyle changes. Mentions: Cowspiracy (https://www.cowspiracy.com/) -- DOPA (The Department of Pro-Activeness) Founded, Created and Hosted by Alex Normanton (https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexnormanton/). Music by Keelan Doyle (https://www.linkedin.com/in/keelan-doyle-81795b15b/). Don't forget to like, follow, share & subscribe. Follow us on Instagram @d__o__p__a (https://www.instagram.com/d__o__p__a/) www.thedopa.com (https://www.thedopa.com/)

11. 

    12 May 2021

    S01 EP06: From failure to reinvention with Maxine Penney

    In conversation with Maxine Penney (https://www.linkedin.com/in/maxinepenney/), Culture Manager of Inclusion, Equity and Diversity (EMEA & APAC) at Media Monks/S4 Capital (https://www.mediamonks.com/), Amsterdam. In this episode, we discuss how to navigate from failure and failed ventures and move towards reinvention. A very candid and heart-felt conversation that gives a lot of practical tools on how to be kind to yourself, top tips on how to get that next job and how failure, ultimately is part of success. Maxine Penney (https://www.linkedin.com/in/maxinepenney/) (she/her) is a creative connector, storyteller, relationship builder, content maker, natural born seller, radio co-host and social media addict....who created a bespoke creative agency called FreshhhConnections (https://www.freshhhconnections.com/); making introductions to leading companies and the creative community within Amsterdam and Europe. She is currently the Culture Manager of Inclusion, Equity & Diversity EMEA & APAC for Media Monks/S4 Capital (https://www.mediamonks.com/), Amsterdam. Mentions: Will Smith (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ks0GWwU50Ag), Matthew Carney (https://broadcastamsterdam.nl/2018/03/02/matt-carney-my-dam-playlist/), Ensō sign (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ens%C5%8D#:~:text=The%20ens%C5%8D%20symbolizes%20absolute%20enlightenment,ink%20painting%2C%20sumi%2De.) -- DOPA (The Department of Pro-Activeness) Founded, Created and Hosted by Alex Normanton (https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexnormanton/). Music by Keelan Doyle (https://www.linkedin.com/in/keelan-doyle-81795b15b/). Don't forget to like, follow, share & subscribe. Follow us on Instagram @d__o__p__a (https://www.instagram.com/d__o__p__a/) |www.thedopa.com (https://www.thedopa.com/)

12. 

    26 Apr 2021

    S01 EP05: From uniformity to diversity with Garech Stone

    In conversation with Garech Stone (https://www.linkedin.com/in/garech-stone-9a0b0a1b/), Co-founder and Creative Director at The Stone Twins (https://www.stonetwins.com/), Amsterdam. In this episode, we discuss the uniformity that exists on the high-street and 'design' at large. The creative industry and the world we live in, is crying out for more authentic voices; fuelled by diversity (in the broadest sense), in order to unlock a richer palette of representation and expression. Garech Stone (https://www.linkedin.com/in/garech-stone-9a0b0a1b/) is literally one half of The Stone Twins (https://www.stonetwins.com/), an Amsterdam-based creative brand consultancy. Together with twin brother Declan (https://www.linkedin.com/in/declan-stone-99b7242/), the firm specialises in brand identity including naming and verbal identity, concept development and communications. The Stone Twins (https://www.stonetwins.com/) are authors of the critically acclaimed book ‘Logo R.I.P.’ (https://www.logorip.com/) and Garech regularly contributes articles to design journals, such as EYE magazine. The duo are also former Department Heads at Design Academy Eindhoven (https://www.designacademy.nl/), and continue to give lectures and workshops at various design schools in The Netherlands, and abroad. The work of The Stone Twins (https://www.stonetwins.com/) has won numerous international awards and been exhibited in the Stedelijk Museum (https://www.stedelijk.nl/nl) and the Cooper Hewitt Museum (https://www.cooperhewitt.org/), amongst others Mentions: The W Hotel (https://www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/amswh-w-amsterdam/?scid=bb1a189a-fec3-4d19-a255-54ba596febe2&y_source=1_Mjc4MjI0MC03MTUtbG9jYXRpb24uZ29vZ2xlX3dlYnNpdGVfb3ZlcnJpZGU%3D), The Met Hotel (https://methotelamsterdam.com/), Smile in the Mind (https://www.amazon.co.uk/Smile-Mind-Thinking-Graphic-Design/dp/0714838128), Fletcher, Forbes, Gill (https://www.alanfletcherarchive.com/era/1962-1965-fletcher-forbes-gill), 180 Kingsday (https://www.180kingsday.com/), Westlife (https://open.spotify.com/artist/5Z1CCuBsyhEHngq3U5IraY?si=PnYPYtpORiOSt31hQuOPuQ), Boyzone (https://open.spotify.com/artist/6X9aYHnQ75YI8o08aoa0iS), Jedwood, Black Lives Matter, D&AD Shift Programme, Design Academy Eindhoven (https://www.designacademy.nl/), -- DOPA (The Department of Pro-Activeness) Founded, Created and Hosted by Alex Normanton (https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexnormanton/). Music by Keelan Doyle (https://www.linkedin.com/in/keelan-doyle-81795b15b/). Don't forget to like, follow, share & subscribe. Follow us on Instagram @d__o__p__a (https://www.instagram.com/d__o__p__a/) thedopa.com (https://thedopa.com/)

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    15 Apr 2021

    S01 EP04: From bulls**t to boldness with Cece Wyldeck

    In conversation with Cece Wyldeck (https://www.linkedin.com/in/cece-wyldeck-797665b7/), Head of Creative Development at MassiveMusic (https://www.massivemusic.com/en), Amsterdam. In this episode, we discuss the B.S. that's often associated with the advertising industry. From over-inflated egos and bravado; we unpack a fresh perspective on how to deal with this attitude. Also, how to turn negativity into bolder work that will define this era as the 'Golden Age of Creativity' Cece Wyldeck (https://www.linkedin.com/in/cece-wyldeck-797665b7/) is the Head of Creative Development at MassiveMusic (https://www.massivemusic.com/en), one of the leading creative music agencies in the world. Cece has been raising the volume since she was a proud member of the St. Paul’s choir in 1996, belting out vocals at the National Opera in productions of Othello. In 2015, she became Paloma Faith’s (https://www.palomafaith.com/)artists manager and looked after her new management & publishing company (Liam Bailey, Viktoria Modesta, John Martin) before landing at MassiveMusic two years later. Mentions: George Lamb (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/George_Lamb), Brita water filters (https://www.brita.nl/), The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hBe0VCso0qs). Special appearances: An occasional yelp from @aldous_the_rabbit_daschund. -- DOPA (The Department of Pro-Activeness) Founded, Created and Hosted by Alex Normanton (https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexnormanton/). Music by Keelan Doyle (https://www.linkedin.com/in/keelan-doyle-81795b15b/). Don't forget to like, follow, share & subscribe. Follow us on Instagram @d__o__p__a (https://www.instagram.com/d__o__p__a/) www.thedopa.com (https://www.thedopa.com/)

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    6 Apr 2021

    S01 EP03: From critique to action with Nikki Gonnissen

    In conversation with Nikki Gonnissen (https://www.linkedin.com/in/nikkigonnissen/), Co-founder, Director and Designer at thonik (https://www.thonik.nl/work/), Amsterdam (https://www.thonik.nl/work/). In this episode, we talk about fuelling critique into action for good. Look at the world around you, be critical on those things and use those insights to make things better. Learn how to channel critical thinking into passion and ultimately, passion into action. Nikki Gonnissen (https://www.linkedin.com/in/nikkigonnissen/) is a graphic designer and director of studio thonik (https://www.thonik.nl/work/), which she co-founded with Thomas Widdershoven (https://www.linkedin.com/in/thomas-widdershoven-72931625/) in 1993. Thonik creates visual identities and develops communication concepts and publicity campaigns which are socially relevant, graphically strong and flexible in its application. A strategic approach which is married to the innovative use of media. Often the moving image serves as their starting point for graphic, digital and spatial design. Aside from her work at thonik (https://www.thonik.nl/work/) Gonnissen also teaches graphic design at The Royal Academy of Art, The Hague (https://www.kabk.nl/en/). She is member of several committees and a frequent guest lecturer at international events. Her areas of expertise include inclusion, diversity and the empowering potential of design. Mentions: What Design Can Do (https://www.whatdesigncando.com/), Yoni (https://www.thonik.nl/work/yoni/), D&AD (https://www.dandad.org/). Special appearances: The noisy builders next door and the sweet singing birds in the trees. -- DOPA (The Department of Pro-Activeness) Founded, Created and Hosted by Alex Normanton (https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexnormanton/). Music by Keelan Doyle (https://www.linkedin.com/in/keelan-doyle-81795b15b/). Don't forget to like, follow, share & subscribe. Follow us on Instagram @d__o__p__a (https://www.instagram.com/d__o__p__a/) www.thedopa.com (https://www.thedopa.com/)

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    6 Apr 2021

    S01 EP02: From self-doubt to self-belief with Graham Sturt

    In conversation with Graham Sturt (https://www.linkedin.com/in/graham-sturt-1161b32/), Creative Director and Partner at D8 Amsterdam (https://d8.studio/). In this episode, we talk about how to shift from negative thinking and self-sabotage to a more positive and fruitful head-space. Top-tips on breaking through creative block and sharing those unexpected ideas in art-board number 246. Graham is Creative Director and Partner at D8 (https://d8.studio/), a strategic design and branding agency with studios in Amsterdam and Glasgow. During his career he has held roles at a number of leading international agencies, collecting numerous awards for his work. Graham is active in the international creative community as an awards judge and collaborator, providing workshops and mentoring for emerging creative talent. A passionate advocate of Dutch design, he hosts an ongoing series of interviews with some of the countries greatest designers called ‘Dutch Design Heroes’ (https://medium.com/dutch-design-heroes). Mentions: Michael Johnson (https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-johnson-97536434/), D&AD (https://www.dandad.org/), VBAT (https://www.superunion.com/welcome-amsterdam), Julian Melhuish (https://www.linkedin.com/in/julian-melhuish-36858744/), Kevin Finn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevin-finn-3aa8a33/), D8 (https://d8.studio/) & Eugene Bay (https://www.linkedin.com/in/eugene-bay-bb13205/). Special appearances: An Austrian Cuckoo Clock, Herman the Dog (https://www.instagram.com/ze_hermanator/), a Chinese Gong and a call from a prospective client. -- DOPA (The Department of Pro-Activeness) Founded, Created and Hosted by Alex Normanton (https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexnormanton/). Music by Keelan Doyle (https://www.linkedin.com/in/keelan-doyle-81795b15b/). Don't forget to like, follow, share & subscribe. Follow us on Instagram @d__o__p__a (https://www.instagram.com/d__o__p__a/) www.thedopa.com (https://www.thedopa.com/)

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    24 Mar 2021

    S01 EP01: The concept behind DOPA with Alex Normanton

    In this first episode, we talk to Alex Normanton (https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexnormanton/), Founder, Creator and Host of DOPA; about the concept behind brand the podcast series. He talks with Graham Sturt (https://www.linkedin.com/in/graham-sturt-1161b32/), Creative Director and Partner at D8 (https://d8.studio/), a strategic design and branding agency with studios in Amsterdam and Glasgow. Alex Normanton (https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexnormanton/) has been working in the creative industry for over two decades and is a highly motivated, strategic and ideas-led Creative Director. He offers a wealth of award-winning experience, creativity and aptitude combined with a passion for detail, craft and aesthetic. Graham is Creative Director and Partner at D8 (https://d8.studio/), a strategic design and branding agency with studios in Amsterdam and Glasgow. During his career he has held roles at a number of leading international agencies, collecting numerous awards for his work. Graham is active in the international creative community as an awards judge and collaborator, providing workshops and mentoring for emerging creative talent. A passionate advocate of Dutch design, he hosts an ongoing series of interviews with some of the countries greatest designers called ‘Dutch Design Heroes’ (https://medium.com/dutch-design-heroes). Mentions: David Anderson (https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-reid-anderson-15246818/), David Carson (http://www.davidcarsondesign.com/), Saatchi & Saatchi (https://saatchi.com/en-us/), Vince Frost (https://designyourlife.com.au/), David Nobay (https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-nobay-54a94215/), Jonathan Ellery @Browns (https://www.brownsdesign.com/) & Bob Monkhouse (https://www.britishclassiccomedy.co.uk/hilarious-to-the-last-bob-monkhouse). Special guest appearance by Herman the Dog (https://www.instagram.com/ze_hermanator/). *Please ignore the statistic quoted in this episode for the amount of podcasts released. There are currently 1,900,000 podcasts (March 2021). -- DOPA (The Department of Pro-Activeness) Founded, Created and Hosted by Alex Normanton (https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexnormanton/). Music by Keelan Doyle (https://www.linkedin.com/in/keelan-doyle-81795b15b/). Don't forget to like, follow, share & subscribe. Follow us on Instagram @d__o__p__a (https://www.instagram.com/d__o__p__a/) www.thedopa.com (https://www.thedopa.com/)

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    23 Mar 2021

    EP00: The Trailer

    A brief introduction to the podcast by Alex Normanton (https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexnormanton/), Founder, Creator and Host of DOPA. Alex Normanton (https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexnormanton/) is an independent Creative Director living in Amsterdam (with prior roles at Design Bridge (https://www.designbridge.com/), MassiveMusic (https://www.massivemusic.com/en) and Saatchi & Saatchi (https://saatchi.com/)). He has been working in the creative industry for over two decades and is a highly motivated, strategic and ideas-led Creative Director. He offers a wealth of award-winning experience, creativity and aptitude combined with a passion for detail, craft and aesthetic. -- DOPA (The Department of Pro-Activeness) Founded, Created and Hosted by Alex Normanton (https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexnormanton/). Music by Keelan Doyle (https://www.linkedin.com/in/keelan-doyle-81795b15b/). Don't forget to like, follow, share & subscribe. Follow us on Instagram @d__o__p__a (https://www.instagram.com/d__o__p__a/) Visit the website (https://www.thedopa.com/) for more information or email info@thedopa.com

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