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Visionaries

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by Alice Aedy

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Podcast Overview

Introducing Visionaries, a space for storytellers shaping the way we see the world - and those looking to change it. On the podcast, I sit down with storytellers I’ve long admired - photographers, filmmakers, artists, and advocates. Together we explore how they bring their visions to life - from finding collaborators and confidence, to navigating doubt and everything in between. Each episode dives deep into the creative process, personal journeys, and the role of storytelling in times of change. Expect honest, thought-provoking conversations that offer both inspiration and practical insights for building a creative life with purpose. New episodes released biweekly

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10/10/2025

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Recent Episodes

December 10, 2025

How Director Akinola Davies Jr Made History at Cannes Film Festival- And What It Took to Get There

Akinola Davies Jr is a British-Nigerian filmmaker whose debut feature made history as the first Nigerian film ever selected to premiere in Official Competition at the Cannes Film Festival — earning a Special Mention for the Caméra d’Or and later becoming the UK’s Oscar entry. In this episode of Visionaries, we sat down to discuss how Akin’s work is constantly weaving worlds and the creative faith it takes to make something that hasn’t been done before. This episode is brought you by MPB, who make it easy for storytellers to buy, sell or trade camera gear. Find your next camera at ⁠⁠⁠MPB⁠⁠.⁠ Follow ⁠⁠⁠@visionaries⁠⁠⁠ on Instagram Follow @akinoladaviesjr on Instagram Follow @aliceaedy on Instagram Watch on ⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠ Chapters 00:00:00 Introduction: Making History at Cannes Film Festival 00:07:21 Brothers in Creation: Writing with Family 00:15:21 Working with Friends and Breaking the Rules 00:21:45 Building Infrastructure: Seven Years in Lagos 00:26:13 The Delusion Required: Believing Against the Odds 00:39:56 From Protest to Process: Political Awakening 00:53:12 Digital Fast Food: Staying Focused in the Age of Distraction Visionaries with Alice Aedy Producer - Chloe Puttock Art Director - Liliana Saldanha Director - Issey Rider Camera Operator - Stephan Knight + Sam Mulvey Lighting - Al Rice Editor - Tom Forsey + Paolina Stefani Colour Grade - Jasper Brown Music by the talented Jon Hopkins

November 26, 2025

Es Devlin on Art, Imagination and Designing for the World’s Stage - Visionaries Episode 4

Es Devlin is one of the world’s most visionary artists and stage designers - the creative mind behind some of the most iconic cultural moments of our time, from Beyoncé and Adele’s performances to the London Olympics and Conference of the Trees at COP26 in Glasgow. In this episode of Visionaries, Alice Aedy sits down with Es to explore the imagination as a tool for connection and change. They discuss how awe can shift behaviour more than fear, what it means to design for both human and non-human audiences, and how art can help us see, and build, a more hopeful future. This episode is brought you by MPB, who make it easy for storytellers to buy, sell or trade camera gear. Find your next camera at ⁠⁠⁠MPB⁠⁠.⁠ Follow ⁠⁠⁠@visionaries⁠⁠⁠ on Instagram Follow @esdevlin on Instagram Follow @aliceaedy on Instagram Watch on ⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠ Chapters 00:00:00 Introduction: The Power of Seeing Through Others 00:03:16 Finding Comfort Zones and Trusting Instinct 00:05:28 Early Memory: Nearly Drowning and the Influence of Light 00:07:24 An Atlas of Collaboration: The Monograph as Lens 00:10:06 Following Instinct: Choosing Theatre Over the White Room 00:15:40 From Wire to Beyoncé: The Evolution of Concert Design 00:18:40 Conference of the Trees: Art Meets Climate Action 00:21:27 Congregation: Portraits of Displacement and Belonging 00:24:03 Come Home Again: More Than Human Londoners 00:26:01 Left Brain, Right Brain: The Architecture of Attention 00:31:25 The Art of Scale: Models, Giants, and Human Perception 00:33:09 First Awe: The Staircase Built 25 Times Bigger 00:35:34 The Oddity of Theatre: Stillness and Shared Attention 00:37:28 Advice for Young Visionaries: Finding Common Ground 00:43:25 Legacy and Being a Good Ancestor Visionaries with Alice Aedy Producer - Chloe Puttock Art Director - Liliana Saldanha Director - Issey Rider Camera Operator - Stephan Knight + Sam Mulvey Lighting - Al Rice Editor - Tom Forsey + Paolina Stefani Colour Grade - Jasper Brown Music by the talented Jon Hopkins

November 11, 2025

Sophie Darlington on being one of the first female wildlife cinematographers - Visionaries Episode 3

For over three decades, Sophie Darlington has helped create some of the most iconic natural history documentaries of our time - Planet Earth, The Hunt, Dynasties, Our Planet II, Queens and African Cats. Her work has earned her a BAFTA, an Emmy, and one of the highest honours in cinematography: membership of the ASC - the American Society of Cinematographers in recognising her as one of the leading visual storytellers of our time. In summary, she’s a badass. This episode is full of wisdom from a true trailblazer - she was one of the first female DOP’s in a male dominated industry - what drives her, and how she’s now offering the same mentorship to upcoming talent she credits herself receiving (and yes, even she still has imposter syndrome). This episode is brought you by MPB, who make it easy for storytellers to buy, sell or trade camera gear. Find your next camera at ⁠⁠⁠MPB⁠⁠.⁠ Follow ⁠⁠⁠@visionaries⁠⁠⁠ on Instagram Follow sophiedarlingtondop on Instagram Follow @aliceaedy on Instagram Watch on ⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠ Chapters 00:00:00 Introduction: Breaking Barriers as a Female Wildlife Cinematographer 00:10:27 Finding Her Calling: From Modeling to the Serengeti 00:16:48 Balancing Motherhood and Career: Eight Years Away 00:18:57 Breaking into Bristol: The Old Boys' Club 00:21:29 The Craft: Film vs Digital and the Future of AI 00:30:42 Witnessing Decline: Cataloguing the Climate Crisis 00:32:36 American Society of Cinematographers: A Historic Achievement 00:35:04 The Industry in Crisis: Engaging New Audiences 00:45:56 The Fire Within: Advice for Aspiring Cinematographers Visionaries with Alice Aedy Producer - Chloe Puttock Art Director - Liliana Saldanha Director - Issey Rider Camera Operator - Stephan Knight + Sam Mulvey Lighting - Al Rice Editor - Tom Forsey + Paolina Stefani Colour Grade - Jasper Brown Music by the talented Jon Hopkins

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What is Visionaries?: Introducing Visionaries, a space for storytellers shaping the way we see the world - and those looking to change it.

On the podcast, I sit down with storytellers I’ve long admired - photographers, filmmakers, artists, and advocates. Together we explore how they bring their visions to life - from finding collaborators and confidence, to navigating doubt and everything in between.

Each episode dives deep into the creative process, personal journeys, and the role of storytelling in times of change. Expect honest, thought-provoking conversations that offer both inspiration and practical insights for building a creative life with purpose.

New episodes released biweekly
How often does this podcast release new episodes?: This podcast updates daily.
Where can I listen to this podcast?: This podcast is available on 4 platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. You can also use the RSS feed directly.
Does this podcast accept guests?: Yes, this podcast regularly features guests.

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