Positive Mischief: Recent Episodes
Matt Guastaferro
HUGO Creative's Chief Mischief-Maker, Matt Guastaferro runs guests through a series of fun, off-the-wall questions to see how their creative gears turn. It's a conversation about creativity for those who fancy themselves creative, or who aspire to be more creative. These short digestible nuggets will inspire and entertain.
Kicking off Season 2 of in-person Washington DC based Creatives, we have Steve Salvador from APCO Worldwide.
Quinn Brown, VP of Production at CMT brings some killer creative knowledge to the table and puts The Jester in his place.
Martin takes on The Jester. We go rapid fire and so and thoughtful. This one is full of goodies!
Martin is a very funny and talented and thoughtful Creative with a wealth of experience for all audiences.
Rita Drucker brings an infectious fun vibe to the conversation of creativity. She's the real deal.
The very exciting and fun Nelly Sarkissian is in the hot seat and brings such a wonderful perspective to what it means to be A Creative. Enjoy!
Dan takes on The Jester and we discuss everything from Disneyland to Harry Potter, to the creative process, to going from a worker bee to a manager of a large team, and so much more. Dan is funny and thoughtful, so don't miss out!
Fox's very own Design Director, Dan Pierse gives us the best answer yet to our most consistent question. Tune in to hear what he's got to say!
LaNese finishes off our chat by taking questions from the Jester. We cover everything from what sparks creativity, to the ideal wardrobe, to standing up for yourself and values.
LaNese gets real about making the transition into managing a creative team and how compassion plays a role in that process.
Amanda takes on the Jester, and gets real about advice she'd give to her younger self. It's a good one!
Danya Levine proves The Jester is no match for her. George Clooney comes up, the torturous chaotic creative process, the importance of music, and kindness. Strap in!
The hilarious Production Director from Adult Swim, Danya Levine joins Matt for a fantastic discussion about deadlines, cartoons for adults, and the Peter Pan syndrome. Your face will hurt from smiling!
Charles Barron continues his head to head with The Jester tackling topics about what is creativity and going deep on the importance of mental health. This one is good!
The wonderfully bearded Senior Writer & Producer from A&E, Charles Barron is in the hot seat with Matt. They discuss beards (of course), David Bowie's codpiece, kids and sarcasm, and how important coffee really is to the creative process.
Bonnie Bernstein takes on The Jester! He challenges her with questions about social media, music which turns into mobile apps (you just have to listen), trading spaces, and much more.
The talented Bonnie Bernstein joins Matt for a riveting conversation about what it means to never stop learning, sprained ankles, the importance of having fun, and the quality of Jim Nantz's silky smooth voice (just kidding that's not in there).
The fabulous Lucas Aragon, Executive Director of Branding & Design at ABC, has the honor of being guest #1 on Positive Mischief. He and Matt talk about everything from always being "connected," the art of failing, his dog Cosmo, pools, and dancing, and Disneyland.