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It’s our first episode of 2026, and we’re starting the year with a big, honest conversation about goals, belief, and designing a creative life that actually fits who we want to become.

We talk through our goals for 2026, not just in terms of numbers or milestones, but as a lifestyle. Cameron shares how he’s structuring his weeks around 3D modelling, livestreaming, and remote work, focusing on building momentum through consistent systems rather than rigid targets. He also talks about going deep into technology, Linux, and software, and how questioning the “default” way things are done has reshaped how he thinks about creativity and work.

Matt shares his ambitions for 2026, including what it really takes to think and operate at a world-class level, from belief and mindset to communication, network, and showing up fully for every opportunity. We also discuss the future of content in an AI-driven world, the importance of authenticity, and why embracing imperfection might be the thing that sets creatives apart moving forward.

Along the way, we touch on recent moments in our lives, from Matt’s engagement, to reflections on film and TV, and what seeing what’s possible can do for your own ambition.

A reflective, motivating start to the year and an episode about committing fully to the long game.

CHAPTERS

00:00 - Intro

13:10 - Goals for 2026

28:20 - Influence of seeing what’s possible in Photo and Video

35:00 - YouTube and the future of content

40:30 - Embracing imperfection in creative work

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This one’s special — Episode 100!

As the year comes to a close, we sit down to reflect honestly on 2025: the wins, the losses, the lessons, and the moments that forced us to pause and rethink everything. We answer a series of questions that unpack how the year really felt, what surprised us most, and how our mindset, work habits, and creative direction evolved along the way.

We talk openly about hitting our highest revenue month as freelancers, but also the inefficiencies that held us back at times, convincing ourselves we were busy while avoiding the work that actually moved the needle. We reflect on projects we’re proud of, decisions we’d change, and the importance of not outsourcing the parts of the work you genuinely love.

This episode is about perspective: championing your own work, putting yourself out there even when it feels uncomfortable, and understanding that results only come from effort you actually put in. We close things out with a quick-fire Christmas Q&A and a look ahead to 2026, including a few goals that feel slightly scary to say out loud.

If you’re a creative reflecting on your own year... or thinking about what you want next, this episode is for you.

CHAPTERS

00:00 - Intro

02:54 - If you had to sum up 2025 in one word, what would it be?

03:41 - Out of 10, how would you rate this year work-wise – and why?

05:17 - What’s one thing you did this year that Past You would be shocked by?

14:02 - What was the biggest “win” for the business this year

19:58 - Which project are you most proud of and why?

22:24 - What’s one goal you actually hit this year – and one you absolutely didn’t?

24:12 - What was your favourite episode of the podcast you recorded this year – and why?

26:59 - What was your biggest “L” of the year, and what did it teach you?

33:28 - Was there a moment this year where you thought, “What on earth am I doing?”

38:21 - If you could redo one decision from this year, what would you change?

40:29 - What’s one big, slightly scary goal for 2026 that you almost don’t want to say out loud?

43:51 - Quick-fire Christmas Q&A

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In this episode, we dive into a conversation every creative wishes they could have openly: what we really want clients to know.

We break down the realities of delivering work and hearing nothing back, how a simple “this is great” can fuel us to go the extra mile, and why clear communication from clients is one of the most underrated parts of a successful project.

We also talk about the importance of separating money from your values. Understanding when to stand firm on your boundaries, your rates, and the principles that guide how you work. From urgent vs non-urgent project expectations to how clients can empower better work by giving true creative freedom, we unpack the behaviours that elevate projects… and the ones that quietly derail them.

If you’ve ever wished clients understood the creative process better, or you’re a client who wants to improve your relationships with creatives, this episode is packed with insight, honesty, and hard-earned lessons.

CHAPTERS

00:00 - Intro

08:21 - Communication & Expectations

15:45 - Clients & Pricing

17:40 - Urgent VS Non-Urgent Work

23:40 - Creative Freedom on Client Projects

31:00 - Most Chaotic Deadlines

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