The Firehouse Salon

Ep 34 - LIVE - 99 Non Zebras

Tediophobes Season 1 Episode 34

In this episode, we dive into the legacy of Howard Luck Gossage and explore creativity, environment, and unconventional thinking. 

Guests Ali Grant - Designer and inventor of the Halo and John Kieselhorst - Co-Creative Director of Geezer Creative share their unique perspectives. 

Ali discusses his pioneering work with Halo Sound Systems and his focus on creating immersive, respectful sound experiences in nature. 

John explores the overlooked potential of the over-fifty demographics & creatives in advertising and the significance of purpose-driven creativity. 

We talked about the historical and cultural parallels between the 1960s and today, touching on the transformative periods, sound healing, and the influence of mindfulness and nature on creative processes.

01:06 Introduction to the Salon

01:21 Discussing 99 Non Zebras and Creativity

02:01 Meet the Guests

02:20 Ali Grant on Halo Sound Systems

02:40 John on Geezer and Age in Advertising

05:47 The Role of AI in Creativity

07:26 Ali Grant on Music and Community

10:02 John  on Marketing to Older Audiences

16:08 The Power of Music and Shared Experiences

25:47 Exploring Consciousness and Psychedelics

27:51 Inspiration from Buckminster Fuller and Hacken Bay

32:22 Reflecting on Historic Times

33:53 Impact of the Pandemic

35:35 Personal and Professional Shifts

36:45 Environmental Observations

37:23 Cultural and Political Consequences

49:46 Creative Processes and Mindfulness

54:37 The Role of Environment in Creativity