Dear Future
A love letter to the future. Welcome to the podcast at the intersection of AI and creativity, brought to you by director Souki Mansoor and Echobend. ”Dear Future” is an interview show designed for curious multi-hyphenates and tinkering nerds alike— an invitation to explore how technology is transforming the landscape of creative expression. Each episode centers around innovators ranging from award-winning filmmakers to engineering artists, pHD candidates to software developers, all sharing insights and stories from the forefront of generative art. Join us as we uncover the tools, trends and talents driving this new industry. Whatever your background, this podcast promises to inspire, inform, and ignite your imagination.
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Monday Mar 10, 2025
Monday Mar 10, 2025
Curt Cameruci, better known as Flosstradamus, helped pioneer the trap EDM movement, blending hip-hop and electronic beats into festival anthems. But he's more than just a DJ—he’s a tech innovator, building AI tools for musicians and experimenting with new ways to distribute music. In this episode, Curt shares his journey from Chicago’s underground scene to shaping the future of music with AI, voice cloning, and creative tech.
Monday Mar 03, 2025
Monday Mar 03, 2025
August Kamp is a multidisciplinary artist blending AI, music, and immersive storytelling. From her roots as a Disney actor to becoming one of OpenAI's alpha artists, August treats AI as a creative collaborator rather than just a tool. In this episode, she shares how technology shapes her art, her transition from acting to music, and why she believes the future of creativity is weirder and more wonderful than we expect.
Monday Feb 24, 2025
Monday Feb 24, 2025
Nikola Todorovic, CEO, filmmaker, and co-founder of Wonder Dynamics, is reshaping visual effects with AI. His company’s tool, Wonder Studio, automates CGI animation and lighting, making high-end VFX accessible to all creators. In this episode, Nikola shares his journey from a film-obsessed kid to a tech innovator, discussing how AI is transforming storytelling and the future of filmmaking.
Monday Dec 16, 2024
Monday Dec 16, 2024
Jonas Peterson, visual artist and photographer, challenges traditional views of aging and creativity. Known for his breakout series Youth Is Wasted on the Young, Jonas uses AI and fashion to craft striking portraits of older adults, revealing their inner vitality and rebellion. From his roots in advertising and analog photography to exploring generative AI, Jonas redefines storytelling through portraiture. Join us as he shares his process, the emotional impact of his work, and how technology is helping him push the boundaries of art and human connection.
Monday Dec 09, 2024
Monday Dec 09, 2024
Andrew Reid, VP, Creative at Atlantic Records, blends music and visuals to craft unified artistic visions for top artists. From his scrappy beginnings in Brooklyn's art scene to leveraging AI tools like MidJourney, Andrew shares how he's pushing creative boundaries. Discover his journey, philosophies on world-building, and how AI is transforming storytelling and the creative process.
Monday Dec 02, 2024
Monday Dec 02, 2024
Quim Español, the visionary creator of Fake is Real, combines AI-generated photography with storytelling to explore the boundaries of authenticity in art. In this episode, Quim shares how he crafts hyper-realistic portraits paired with intricate backstories, using digital tools to elevate underrepresented voices and provoke thought. Discover his unique artistic process, his perspectives on identity in the digital age, and the ethical dilemmas of creating artificial personas that feel undeniably real.
Monday Nov 25, 2024
Monday Nov 25, 2024
Zack London, widely recognized as "Gossip Goblin" on Instagram, has built a thriving online following through his daily goblin stories and expansive, AI-driven lore. Starting with his childhood passion for drawing dinosaurs, Zack evolved into a creative technologist, blending traditional illustration with cutting-edge AI tools to craft rich, immersive narratives. In this episode, he shares how his disciplined storytelling approach and unique visual experiments have captivated his audience, all while exploring the balance between artistic control and the unpredictable creativity of AI. Dive into Zack's goblin-filled world and discover how he's redefining digital storytelling.
Monday Nov 18, 2024
Monday Nov 18, 2024
Jonathan Vardi, or "Jovardi," is a filmmaker redefining the creative process with AI. In this episode, Jovardi shares how he leverages tools like Runway to intuitively explore ideas, breaking away from traditional scriptwriting to let visual storytelling take the lead. By integrating AI into his filmmaking, he creates films that are as experimental as they are immersive. Join us as we delve into his innovative approach, using generative AI not just as a tool, but as a creative partner in reshaping narrative cinema.
Monday Sep 30, 2024
Monday Sep 30, 2024
Nem Perez, a visionary filmmaker and creative director, shares his journey from the Chicago hip-hop scene to pioneering AI-driven visual storytelling. In this episode, Nem discusses the evolution of his craft, from creating viral Vine content to developing innovative music videos and branded content. Learn how he uses AI and cutting-edge technology to push creative boundaries and democratize filmmaking, offering fresh perspectives on the future of cinema and digital art.
Monday Sep 23, 2024
Monday Sep 23, 2024
Verena Puhm, an innovative director and storyteller, explores how AI tools are revolutionizing the filmmaking process. By leveraging advanced technology, Verena is breaking free from traditional constraints, visualizing big projects, and pushing her work forward without waiting for traditional financiers. Discover how she’s using AI to create, pitch, and develop films on her own terms, empowering independent filmmakers to take control of their creative visions.