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DON'T WASTE I: CAPSULE TALKS
by Bastiaan van der Sluis
CAPSULE TALKS hosts honest, in-depth conversations with pioneers about work, pressure, doubt, discipline, and growth. Designers, founders, athletes, and cultural leaders reflect on the choices behind their careers. What shaped them, challenged them, almost broke them, and how they kept moving forward. 38 episodes, 14,000 listeners in 66 countries. The archive stands on its own. Hosted by Bastiaan van der Sluis, communication performance partner for creative studios. He works beside founders, inside the pressure, on how a studio decides, communicates and shares responsibility. dontwaste-i.com
Episodes
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EP38: Markus Töll On True Materials: Craft, Silence, and the Freedom of Making Things That Last
Markus Töll is the founder of SUPERSEDIA, a Vienna-based studio dedicated to the hand manufacture of seating objects. He grew up in his father's metalworking workshop in Bressanone, trained as a metalworker, and went on to study architecture at Vienna's Technical University. The practice brings...
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EP37: Basile Fournier On Structure as Language: Designing Systems That Outlast Trends
Basile Fournier is a French creative director and founder of Studio Basile Fournier, working across art, visual identity, digital environments, and spatial storytelling. His practice develops visual ecosystems for brands, institutions, and independent voices seeking clarity, including Balenciaga,...
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EP36: Stian Dahl Sommerset On Running as a Social Act: Endurance, Community and The Privilege of Suffering
Stian Dahl Sommerset is a Norwegian ultrarunner, public servant, and Satisfy pro athlete, balancing life between long-distance endurance racing and working on environmental and infrastructure policy in Norway. Raised north of the Arctic Circle, his relationship with darkness, nature, and solitude...
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EP35: Rene van Dijk On Live Worlds: Scenography, Scale, and Decisions Under Pressure
René van Dijk is the founder of Rene.Studio, and a scenographer and visual artist, working at the intersection of music, light, and large-scale live experience. Based in Amsterdam, he creates visual and lighting shows for electronic music artists and festivals, including Camelphat, Charlotte de...
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EP 34: Anne Kremers On Building the Fenix Museum: Leadership, Loss, and the Making of a New Cultural Landmark
Anne Kremers is the director of FENIX, the new migration museum in Rotterdam. Her path began at 24 as the youngest museum director in the Netherlands, moved through years in Hong Kong, and eventually led her back to Rotterdam. Today she leads a museum unlike any other — combining contemporary…
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EP33: Ben Wright On Creative Identity, Pressure, and Rebuilding Confidence
Ben Wright is the co-founder and creative director of Pretty Soon, working across brand, culture, music, and sport. His path moves from Perth’s tight-knit creative scene to New York’s intensity, to Kuala Lumpur, and by moments that opened doors, including collaborations with brands and people…
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EP32: Tim Hooijmans On Values, Pressure, and the Cost of Ambition
Tim Hooijmans is a light designer, building custom pieces for brands like Stone Island, Off-White, and On Running and Antwerp restaurant The Jane, to name a few. His work is defined by honesty and manufacturing discipline. Not trends, not aesthetics, but light itself. From designing in a small...
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EP31: Chiara Tomassi On Time, Transformation, and Redefining Ambitions
Chiara Tomassi is an architect and designer based between Milan and Rome. Her career spans some of Europe’s most ambitious cultural and fashion projects, from MVRDV, AL_A, and MCA Architects to the Victoria & Albert Museum, Russian Pavilion at the Venice Biennale, and Nike EMEA Campus. Today, at...
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EP30: Livia & Dan On Building with Belief, Partnership, and Turning a Thesis Into a Global Platform
Atlas of Shows, founded by Livia and Dan, is a research-driven platform dedicated to the architecture and scenography of fashion shows. What began as a university thesis evolved into one of the most respected digital archives in fashion culture — followed by nearly 100,000 people and trusted by...
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EP29: Willem de Kam On Human Behaviour, Football Culture, and Finding Freedom Behind the Lens
Willem de Kam is a Rotterdam-based photographer whose work captures the tension between order and chaos in everyday life — from commercial campaigns and city streets to football stadiums and social rituals. His lens focuses on the spaces where people express identity, belonging, and emotion, from...
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EP28: Mirko Borsche On The Art of Letting Go, Embracing Change and Making Meaningful Work
Mirko Borsche is the founder and creative director of Bureau Borsche, based in Munich. For over two decades he has shaped visual culture across editorial, fashion, sport, and art — from rebranding Inter Milan to designing for Supreme, Balenciaga, Nike, and Zeit Magazine. His path began in…
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EP27: Thomas Subreville On Freedom, Fiction, and the Discipline to Think for Yourself
Thomas Subreville is director of ILL-STUDIO — a post-disciplinary practice operating between art, architecture, fashion, and cultural research. Based in Paris, Thomas has spent the last two decades conceptualising and creating projects that challenge perception and blur the boundaries between...
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EP26: Yuro Moniz On Craft, Emotion, and the Courage to Build With Your Hands
Yuro Moniz is a multidisciplinary maker and storyteller working between art, design, and culture. After years in fashion, photography, and film, she turned towards ceramics — searching for a tangible, human medium in an increasingly digital world. Her hand-built pieces, often monumental in scale,...
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EP25: Joachim Baan On Controlled Chaos, Storytelling, and Building a Meaningful Creative Life
Joachim Baan is a creative director, photographer, and brand strategist based in Utrecht. Together with Christoph van Veghel, he leads Another Everything — a consultancy creating outstanding brands and cultural projects through strategy, design, and execution. His career has moved between...
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EP24: Mohamed Chajid On Momentum, Mission-Driven, Relationships, and the Relentless Drive to Keep Learning
Mohamed Chajid is a Rotterdam-based creative director, designer and concept engineer whose practice spans 3D animation, fashion, branding, and cultural collaborations. At just 27, he has worked with Nike, New Balance, Disney, Drake, Donda and Virgil Abloh, while staying rooted in curiosity,...
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EP23: Tom Dorresteijn On Intuition, Culture, and the Courage to Reach Your Core as Person and Brand
Tom Dorresteijn is Partner and Strategy Director at Studio Dunbar, part of the global DEPT network. His path has been anything but linear: from exploring the possibility of entering a conservatory, to studying and working in communications, to becoming the strategist of the design studio behind...
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EP22: Simon Brown On Resilience, Vulnerability, and Building Cultural Engines That Shift Worlds
What if pressing pause on your studio was the most radical creative act you could make? For more than two decades, Simon Brown has worked at the intersection of design, publishing, and cultural production. Through his studio AND, he has shaped books, exhibitions, and collaborations that challenge...
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EP21: Daria Zvereva on Radical Decisions, Creative Direction, and Designing a Future Beyond Borders
Daria Zvereva is a creative strategist, cultural connector, and architectural thinker currently working at AMO—the think tank of OMA—alongside Samir Bantal. Originally from Crimea, Daria fled her home twice—first during the 2014 occupation, and again in 2022 following the invasion of Ukraine.…
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EP20: Paul Cournet on Cultivating Communities, Trusting the Process, and Creating Space for Others
Paul Cournet is an architect, researcher, and founder of CLOUD, a multidisciplinary design studio based in Rotterdam, next to being the Deputy Editor of CAPSULE. After over a decade at Rem Koolhaas’s OMA, Paul chose a different path: one defined by community, autonomy, and cultural impact over...
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EP19: Inger Kammeraat on Letting Go of Control, Leading with Intuition, and Building Sustainable Futures
Inger Kammeraat is the Executive Director of ULI Netherlands and a strategic adviser on sustainability, equity, and leadership in the built environment. With a background in architecture and over five years as Managing Director at MVRDV—one of the most prominent architecture firms globally. But...
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EP18: Aric Chen on Shaping Cultural Narratives, the Power of Observation, and Leading with Perspective
Aric Chen is a curator, writer, and cultural strategist shaping the future of design, architecture, and creative institutions. As General & Artistic Director of The Nieuwe Instituut in Rotterdam, Aric has led some of the most forward-thinking conversations around architecture, digital culture…
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EP17: Telmo Pieper on the Balance Between Control and Chaos, Artistic Growth, and Finding Freedom in the Process
Telmo Pieper is an image-maker, painter, and mural artist—best known as one half of the internationally acclaimed duo Telmo Miel. His large-scale murals and studio works blend surrealism, realism, and precision, creating visually stunning pieces that can be found across Europe, the US, Argentina,...
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EP16: Simone van Neerven on Embracing Rebellion, Breaking and Optimising Systems, and Challenging the Status Quo
Simone van Neerven is not your typical corporate leader—she’s an Innovation & Change Catalyst who has spent nearly two decades shaking up traditional industries. From leading innovation at KLM and Vueling Airlines to working with global brands like LEGO, Chanel, IKEA, and Miele, Simone helps...
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EP15: Piet Oudolf on Redefining Landscapes, Taking Risks, Craftsmanship, and Intuition
Piet Oudolf is one of the most influential landscape designers of our time. Known for his groundbreaking work on the High Line in New York and the Lurie Garden in Chicago, his naturalistic planting style has redefined public and private landscapes worldwide. In this episode, Piet reflects on his...
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EP:14 Javier Arpa Fernandez on Rethinking Cities, Challenging Norms, and Inspiring the Next Generation
Javier is an architect, academic and curator with a remarkable career at the intersection of architecture, urban development, and education. He's also the Head of 'Building Audiences' at the TU Delft, which explores curatorial practices, examining how research, installations, exhibitions,...
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EP13: Julian Mollema on Creative Confidence, Branding, and the Future of Analogue
Julian Mollema is the founder and creative director of Analogue, a digital agency blending creativity and innovation to craft award-winning brand identities and digital experiences. With over 15 years in the creative industry, Julian’s expertise spans digital marketing, brand building, and...
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EP12: Charlotte Thomas shares her story about writing for change. Empowering voices. Rewriting history.
Charlotte Thomas is a writer, editor, and art historian passionate about exploring the intersections of design, architecture, and storytelling. Currently an editor at De Architect, Charlotte brings her art and architectural history background to every project she touches. With experience at...
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EP11: From Corporate Life to Regenerative Farming: Thomas Verdel’s Journey to Improving Ecosystems
Thomas Verdel is Director of regenerative garden Moestuin Vollenhoven. He is a former corporate leader who traded boardrooms for open roads and fertile fields, armed with master's degrees in business administration and philosophy. Thomas began his career at Philips before feeling the pull of...
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EP10: Teaching, Leading, and Evolving: Nathalie de Vries on Design, Growth, and Resilience
Nathalie de Vries is a renowned architect, urban planner, and educator who has shaped the design world through her work as a founding partner of MVRDV and her academic role at Delft University of Technology. With a decades-long career, Nathalie brings a unique perspective on balancing…
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EP09: From Grassroots to Game-Changers: Akaar Amin on Football, Fashion, and Resilience
Akaar Amin is the founder of Lack of Guidance, an Amsterdam-based brand redefining football culture through innovative design and storytelling. Drawing from his background in graphic design and passion for football, Akaar has built a brand that merges sport, art, and personal expression. From...
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EP08: The Power of Connection: Margreeth Olsthoorn on Fashion, Creativity, and Resilience
Margreeth Olsthoorn is a trailblazer in the Dutch fashion and cultural scenes, renowned for her avant-garde Rotterdam boutique. Beyond selling clothes, Margreeth curates a space where fashion intersects with art and culture, fostering connection and individuality. Her approach goes beyond...
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EP07: From Graffiti to Galleries: Said Kinos on Art, Resilience, and Modern Storytelling
Said Kinos is a contemporary artist who bridges graffiti, journalism, and graphic design. His bold and abstract creations explore the dynamics of modern communication through typography, visual storytelling, and diverse mediums like paintings, sculptures, and murals. With exhibitions at...
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EP06: The Art of Typography: Team Thursday on Creativity, Craftsmanship, and Teaching
Team Thursday, founded by Loes van Esch and Simone Trum, is a celebrated graphic design studio known for its innovative approach to visual identities, books, and spatial design. Their work emphasises typography and materials, creating projects that bridge design, art, and functionality. Alongside...
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EP05: Exploring Identity and Impact: Abdelkader Benali on Writing, Mental Health, and Education
Abdelkader Benali is a renowned Moroccan-Dutch writer and journalist celebrated for his contributions to Dutch literature. He has authored over 100 works, including novels, plays, and essays. His debut novel, "Bruiloft aan zee" ("Wedding by the Sea"), published in 1996, received critical acclaim...
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EP04: Shaping a Global City: Kim Heinen on Media Relations and Rotterdam’s Cultural Influence
Kim Heinen, Manager of Media Relations & Public Affairs at Rotterdam Partners, is pivotal in promoting Rotterdam’s dynamic image and cultivating relationships that strengthen the city’s international presence. Known for her strategic approach to media relations, Kim leads initiatives showcasing...
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EP03: Crafting Spaces: Dennis Vanderbroeck on Design, Collaboration, and Personal Balance
Dennis Vanderbroeck is a spatial designer known for his visually striking and hyper-aesthetic work that spans theatre, fine art, fashion, and music. With collaborations across iconic brands like DIESEL and Palais de Tokyo, Dennis focuses on creating spaces that evoke dialogue and engage visitors...
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EP02: Building Creative Success: Sarah Schulten on Strategy and Branding
Sarah Schulten is a Creative Strategy Consultant and co-founder of the Design Biennale Rotterdam. She has navigated an unstructured path to find her true potential, helping artists and designers bring ambitious projects to life. From working with Studio DRIFT and renowned artists like Boris Acket...
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EP01: Joost Grootens: A Self-Taught Approach to Graphic Design and Teaching
Joost Grootens is a self-taught graphic designer and professor known for his innovative work that merges architecture, design, and education. With a background in architecture, Joost discovered his passion for graphic design later in his career, leading to a unique approach that has earned him...
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CAPSULE TALKS hosts honest, in-depth conversations with pioneers about work, pressure, doubt, discipline, and growth. Designers, founders, athletes, and cultural leaders reflect on the choices behind their careers. What shaped them, challenged them, almost broke them, and how they kept moving forward.
38 episodes, 14,000 listeners in 66 countries. The archive stands on its own.
Hosted by Bastiaan van der Sluis, communication performance partner for creative studios. He works beside founders, inside the pressure, on how a studio decides, communicates and shares responsibility.
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