Is "doing what you love" the worst career advice a creative can follow?
In this episode, we're unpacking the design lie everyone believes and we get real about the state of the creative industry.
We discuss the challenges of turning your passion into your paycheck, why the barrier to entry for podcasting is higher than becoming a rapper, and the hard truths about photography and music videos in the digital age.
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Is this the year Arsenal finally wins the Premier League? Can you trust AI with your designs? And what really goes into booking an artist like Wizkid?
We're breaking it all down in this episode of SHOPPED & SKEWED. From the football pitch to the future of graphic design, with some wild stories and hot takes along the way.
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TIMESTAMPS:
00:00 - Intro
02:27 - The Mourinho Conspiracy & Manager Mind Games
07:23 - Premier League Predictions: Is it finally Arsenal's year? Where do Liverpool and Chelsea land?
10:01 - The Truth About Betting: Our worst luck stories and why we quit.
12:05 - Why do all event posters look the same?
14:08 - AI Image Generation
17:04 - The Privacy Debate: Is the convenience of AI worth it?
30:15 - Event poster and the business of booking a mega-star.
Is the "original idea" dead?
This week, we get into the debate every creative is having. We're breaking down why execution is now everything, how to escape the "crabs in a barrel" mentality, and why the biggest brands might start hiring YOU instead of a giant agency.
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WE'RE BACK!
This week we discuss:
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NEW EPISODE ALERT!
We’re BACK with a bigger space, more rants, and skewed takes on:
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Welcome back!
From debating farmers market vibes to roasting unreadable billboards, we’re back with another chaotic episode! Here’s the breakdown:
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🚨 We apologize for the not so great audio for this episode but feel free to complain about it in the comments still 😅
"We created the Sunday Soiree because we wanted better wine glasses."
Welcome back to another episode. This week we're kicking it with the brains and hands behind Sunday Soirée. A growing lifestyle event brand that's bringing originality, class, and culture to Malawi’s social scene.
They breakdown:
The origin story: How a backyard wine night turned into a movement
Why they never host the same event twice
The secret to their viral success
"Social capital over money" How they building an empire through with vibes
Finish the Lyrics game that exposed who really knows music
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Welcome back!
So should designers charge MILLIONS for their work? Why do clients still lowball creatives in 2025?
We break down pricing horror stories, client demands, and why ‘just be creative’ is the worst brief ever.
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Welcome back to another looooong episode of Shopped & Skewed!
This time, we sit down with the multi-talented Twnda, Musician, producer, and creative director, as he gets real about:
The dangers of ego in artistry and personal growth
Malawi’s music industry - formulaic hits vs. authentic creativity
The power of authenticity and why staying true wins in the long run
Behind-the-scenes of his upcoming album (and why features are taking time)
Malawi’s social & political hypocrisy—why accountability starts with us!
Plus, Tawanda breaks down his signature reflector outfits, Kanye’s influence on album art, and why hard work beats talent every time.
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Welcome back to Shopped & Skewed!
This week, Terence and Simon dive deep into:
The struggles of staying consistent as content creators in Malawi
Shocking stats on internet usage (spoiler: education & YouTube rank LOW)
Why Malawi prioritizes foreigners over local talent
The future of digital exports & monetization (Government, take notes!)
Movie & TV reviews: Severance, The Gorge, Gladiator 2, and more!
TIMESTAMPS:
00:00 - The struggle of creative consistency
05:42 - Malawi’s internet habits (the truth will shock you)
12:30 - Why foreigners get better opportunities than locals
20:15 - Digital exports: Can content creation save Malawi’s economy?
30:00 - Movie & TV talk: Severance, The Gorge, Gladiator 2
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This week we discuss:
2025 EXPECTATIONS AND RESOLUTIONS
LEARNING NEW SKILLS
TERENCE FINALLY GETS PAID
IMPOSTER SYNDROME
NOTHING IS URGENT
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This week we discuss:
BEING THE TOP PODCAST ON WRAPPED
NOT JUST A PODCAST
REVIEWING TOP 5 ALL TIME SERIES BASED ON YOUR VOTES
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This week we discuss:
OFFICIAL S&S MERCH IS FINALLY AVAILABLE
OLD VERSUS NEW DESIGNS
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VOTE SIMON FOR GRAPHIC DESIGNER OF THE YEAR HERE: https://maso-awards.live/category/best-graphic-designer
This week we discuss:
MASO AWARDS
CAR YOUTUBE
ELON MUSK AND THE FUTURE OF THE WORLD
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This week we discuss:
FORMULA 1 TALK
COMPANY REBRANDS
COLLABORATING
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This week we discuss:
WHY ARE WE NOT ALLOWED TO SWITCH FOOTBALL TEAMS?
ICONIC FOOTBALL KITS
BRANDS AND SOCIAL MEDIA
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This week we discuss:
A DESIGNER GETS MARRIED
DUMB PHONES ARE GETTING SMARTER
TOP 5 TV SHOWS OF ALL TIME
MUSHROOM SHADE
GATEKEEPING ANIME
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This week we discuss:
TABITHA CHAWINGA
GENERATIONAL WEALTH
BEING OBSESSED WITH YOUR CRAFT
DJ MAPHORISA’S CONTROL ON THE INDUSTRY
ARTIST MANAGEMENT
FINDING YOUR LANE
BETWAY INFLUENCER PROGRAM
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IN A WORLD WHERE EVERYONE EXPECTS YOU TO BE A JACK OF ALL TRADES, CAN YOU SURVIVE JUST BEING A DESIGNER?
This week we discuss:
EVENTS IN MALAWI
FINDING YOUR NICHE
BEING A SOLUTION PROVIDER
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This week, we discuss:
HOSTING A LIVE EVENT
DESIGNER BEEF
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