Ep 34 - LIVE - "We Are Yet to Take the Helm of This Spaceship"

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 -  https://www.instagram.com/halosoundsystems/John Kieselhorst - Co-Creative Director of Geezer Creative - https://www.geezercreative.com/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 Salon01:21 Discussing 99 Non Zebras and Creativity02:01 Meet the Guests02:20 Ali Grant on Halo Sound Systems02:40 John on Geezer and Age in Advertising05:47 The Role of AI in Creativity07:26 Ali Grant on Music and Community10:02 John  on Marketing to Older Audiences16:08 The Power of Music and Shared Experiences25:47 Exploring Consciousness and Psychedelics27:51 Inspiration from Buckminster Fuller and Hacken Bay32:22 Reflecting on Historic Times33:53 Impact of the Pandemic35:35 Personal and Professional Shifts36:45 Environmental Observations37:23 Cultural and Political Consequences49:46 Creative Processes and Mindfulness54:37 The Role of Environment in CreativityMentions this time:Books"Operating Manual for Spaceship Earth" by Buckminster Fuller - Referenced by Ali Grant"The Incal" by Alejandro Jodorowsky and Moebius - Graphic novel mentioned by John about inducing theta states"Mood Mapping" by Dr. Liz Miller - Book about neuroscience and bipolar disorderCompanies/OrganisationsHalo Sound Systems - Ali Grant's startup for sound cancellation technologyGeezer - John Kemo's startup agency targeting 50+ demographicsTemporary Autonomous Art Exhibitions - Art collective inspired by Hakim Bey's conceptWalker Art Center - Museum that held Buckminster Fuller retrospectiveFilms & Media"Jodorowsky's Dune" - Documentary about the unmade film adaptation