Value Talks
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Podcast Overview
<p>London College of Communication’s Value Talks series brings together figures from across the creative industries to share their thoughts around contemporary issues and the importance of creativity.</p><br><p>As part of University of the Arts London, we support future-facing creatives to explore and rethink what communication is and why it matters. Working across Design, Media and Screen, our students discover the power of storytelling, develop a career they love, and make a difference across wider society.</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
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May 10, 2023
Style, substance and storytelling: creating cinematic realities
<p>In the final episode of this Value Talks season, we chat to 3 industry guests to discover how they build and negotiate new cinematic realities through photography, film and creative direction.</p><br><p>Host Tim Ogu is joined by Juno Calypso, Yoni Lappin and Sarah-Jayne (SJ) Todd to discuss the power and possibilities of world-building on screen, the connection between photography and identity, and developing new worlds across digital landscapes.</p><br><p><strong>Topics:</strong></p><ul><li>Defining your practice </li><li>Ways of seeing </li><li>Navigating between personal and commercial </li><li>Creative journeys </li><li>Storytelling </li><li>Style and flexibility </li><li>Finding inspiration through social media </li><li>Favourite project and proudest moment </li><li>What do you value most in your collaborators? </li><li>Advice for your university self</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>About the speakers:</strong></p><br><p><strong>Juno Calypso </strong>is an award-winning artist who works with photography, film and installation to explore powerful themes such as femininity, solitude, desire and despair. Juno graduated from BA (Hons) Photography at London College of Communication. Website: <a href="https://www.junocalypso.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.junocalypso.com/</a></p><br><p>Director and photographer <strong>Yoni Lappin</strong> develops projects across the spheres of music, fashion, commercial and film. With a particular interest in youth culture, Yoni has made videos for artists including A$AP Rocky, Slowthai and Mura Masa. Website: <a href="https://yonilappin.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://yonilappin.com/</a></p><br><p><strong>Sarah-Jayne (SJ) Todd </strong>is a multidisciplinary creative director who works with international fashion and cultural clients across a range of creative media. Having co-founded the photography publication, ‘Family Portrait’, she also recently launched her own creative studio. SJ studied graphic design at London College of Communication. Website: <a href="https://www.sarahjaynetodd.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.sarahjaynetodd.com/</a></p><br><p><strong>Tim Ogu </strong>is a multidisciplinary visual artist and creative director who uses text, film and photography to explore themes around narrative and identity. Tim is a Media and Cultural Studies graduate of London College of Communication.</p><br><p><strong>Watch:</strong></p><p>Watch the conversation as it happened: <a href="https://youtu.be/_sRMFRZhjUQ" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://youtu.be/_sRMFRZhjUQ</a></p><br><p><strong>Production credits:</strong></p><p>Shot and edited by Grey Moth: <a href="https://grey-moth.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://grey-moth.com/</a></p><p>Podcast produced by Connor Gani</p><br><p><strong>Disclaimer:</strong></p><p>While LCC encourages open communication, please note that the views expressed in this podcast are the views of the individuals featured.</p><br><p><strong>Follow LCC:</strong></p><p>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/lcclondon" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/lcclondon</a></p><p>TikTok: <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@lcclondon" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.tiktok.com/@lcclondon</a></p><p>LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/school/london-college-of-communication-university-of-the-arts-london" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/school/london-college-of-communication-university-of-the-arts-london</a></p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
April 12, 2023
Getting past the pitch: turning filmmaking into your career
<p>In this episode of our Value Talks series, we explore how to channel your passion and creative practice into a full-time career.</p><br><p>Host Tim Ogu is joined by 3 contemporary filmmakers – Samona Olanipekun, Natalja Safranova and Tash Tung – to discuss how they’ve shaped their own creative journeys, built strong portfolios, and engaged with the successes and challenges that come from carving out your own space within the film and content industries.</p><br><p><strong>Topics:</strong></p><ul><li>Career journeys </li><li>Finding your voice and style </li><li>Is this project right for me? </li><li>Building your portfolio </li><li>Platforms </li><li>Challenges </li><li>Finding your people </li><li>Building connections </li><li>What projects are you most proud of? </li><li>Biggest achievements </li><li>Advice for your university self</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>About the speakers:</strong></p><br><p><strong>Samona Olanipekun </strong>is a writer and director who has worked across areas ranging from commercial content for global brands to award-winning shorts. Samona’s work is characterised by natural lighting, collective narratives and candid moments that offer beauty and honesty. Website: <a href="https://www.samona.co.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.samona.co.uk/</a></p><br><p>Director of Photography (DOP) <strong>Natalja Safranova </strong>has collaborated with major clients such as Channel 4, Adidas, WeTransfer and Somerset House. As a practitioner, Natalja focuses on adventure, travel and crafting worlds full of colour. Website: <a href="https://www.nsafronova.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.nsafronova.com/</a></p><br><p><strong>Tash Tung </strong>is an artist and director who has worked on short films, commercials for brands such as Virgin, and music videos for artists including Jorja Smith and Bree Runway. Her work aims to disrupt the lines between art and pop culture by creating stylish and cinematic emotional worlds. Tash studied at Chelsea College of Arts and London College of Communication. Website: <a href="https://www.tashtung.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.tashtung.com/</a></p><br><p><strong>Tim Ogu </strong>is a multidisciplinary visual artist and creative director who uses text, film and photography to explore themes around narrative and identity. Tim is a Media and Cultural Studies graduate of London College of Communication.</p><br><p><strong>Watch:</strong></p><p>Watch the conversation as it happened: <a href="https://youtu.be/Sv6-GeorSzo" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://youtu.be/Sv6-GeorSzo</a></p><br><p><strong>Production credits:</strong></p><p>Shot and edited by Grey Moth: <a href="https://grey-moth.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://grey-moth.com/</a></p><p>Podcast produced by Connor Gani</p><br><p><strong>Disclaimer:</strong></p><p>While LCC encourages open communication, please note that the views expressed in this podcast are the views of the individuals featured.</p><br><p><strong>Follow LCC:</strong></p><p>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/lcclondon" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/lcclondon</a></p><p>TikTok: <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@lcclondon" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.tiktok.com/@lcclondon</a></p><p>LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/school/london-college-of-communication-university-of-the-arts-london" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/school/london-college-of-communication-university-of-the-arts-london</a></p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
March 8, 2023
What women want: writing for and about women
<p>This episode of our Value Talks series explores writing for and about women - from sourcing inspiration from personal and collective experiences to creating work underpinned by activism and advocacy.</p><br><p>Host Tim Ogu is joined by 3 writers and journalists working across a range of creative platforms – Zing Tsjeng, Lynn Enright and Charlie Craggs – to discuss their experiences within the media industries, and how they’ve both made and found their own spaces to be heard.</p><br><p><strong>Topics:</strong></p><ul><li>Career journeys</li><li>Claiming spaces</li><li>Losing spaces</li><li>Publishing books about women</li><li>Career highlights</li><li>Proudest achievement</li><li>If you could change anything, what would it be?</li><li>Advice for your university self</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>About the speakers:</strong></p><br><p><strong>Zing Tsjeng </strong>is a journalist, non-fiction author and podcaster who was named Editor-in-Chief of Vice in 2022. A contributor to publications such as Vogue, the Guardian, Dazed and Refinery29, Zing also authored ‘Forgotten Women’, which aims to rediscover, retell and reinstate the lives of over 190 significant women throughout history. Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/misszing" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://twitter.com/misszing</a></p><br><p>Journalist <strong>Lynn Enright </strong>has written for publications including Elle, The Irish Times, Vogue, the Guardian and the Evening Standard. Contributing Editor for Grazia UK, Lynn is also the author of the 2019 book, ‘Vagina: A Re-education', which explores myths and misinformation to empower readers about their bodies. Website: <a href="https://www.lynnenright.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.lynnenright.com/</a></p><br><p><strong>Charlie Craggs </strong>is an award-winning activist, author and media personality. Founder of Nail Transphobia, a national campaign which harnesses the power of education, empowerment and nail art, Charlie has also presented the BBC3 documentary ‘Transitioning Teens’, featured on podcasts for BBC Sounds, and authored ‘To My Trans Sisters’ which was published in 2017. Charlie graduated from London College of Fashion, UAL. Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/charlie_craggs/?hl=en" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/charlie_craggs/</a></p><br><p><strong>Tim Ogu </strong>is a multidisciplinary visual artist and creative director who uses text, film and photography to explore themes around narrative and identity. Tim is a Media and Cultural Studies graduate of London College of Communication.</p><br><p><strong>Watch:</strong></p><p>Watch the conversation as it happened: <a href="https://youtu.be/PhNPqkcq6Z4" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://youtu.be/PhNPqkcq6Z4</a></p><br><p><strong>Production credits:</strong></p><p>Shot and edited by Grey Moth: <a href="https://grey-moth.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://grey-moth.com/</a></p><p>Podcast produced by Connor Gani</p><br><p><strong>Disclaimer:</strong></p><p>While LCC encourages open communication, please note that the views expressed in this podcast are the views of the individuals featured.</p><br><p><strong>Follow LCC:</strong></p><p>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/lcclondon" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/lcclondon</a></p><p>TikTok: <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@lcclondon" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.tiktok.com/@lcclondon</a></p><p>LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/school/london-college-of-communication-university-of-the-arts-london" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/school/london-college-of-communication-university-of-the-arts-london</a></p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
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- What is Value Talks?
<p>London College of Communication’s Value Talks series brings together figures from across the creative industries to share their thoughts around contemporary issues and the importance of creativity.</p><br><p>As part of University of the Arts London, we support future-facing creatives to explore and rethink what communication is and why it matters. Working across Design, Media and Screen, our students discover the power of storytelling, develop a career they love, and make a difference across wider society.</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p> - How often does this podcast release new episodes?
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