In this episode, Mike sits down with Daniel Cohen and Michael Arking — the innovative duo behind Social Motion— to reveal how blending authentic storytelling with data-driven tactics transforms video content into measurable results. They share their insights on merging creativity with strategy, video strategies that drive engagement and sales & behind-the-scenes secrets to turning every frame into a revenue-driving asset – join the conversation and elevate your brand!

In this episode Mike sits down with Matt Gustaferro, the creative force behind Hugo Creative, a DC-based video production company. Mike shares his fascinating journey from his years at The San Francisco Chronicle, where he documented the lives of eccentric characters, to his pivot into video production and strategy. He discusses the challenges of finding real, untold stories and how that experience shaped his approach to marketing content today.

In this episode of The Curious Creative, host Mike Kepka sits down with Brooks Patton, founder of Mother Wit, a creative video and strategy company based in Anchorage, Alaska. Brooks has built a reputation for disrupting traditional marketing strategies, particularly in military and government contracting, where innovation is often overlooked.

Joe takes us through: The essentials of paid social media campaigns, from pre-launch strategy to ongoing optimization. How to balance creative development with data-driven decision-making to maximize ROI. The importance of authenticity in marketing and why relatable, user-generated content can outperform high-budget productions. His journey working with notable brands and scaling their success through innovative marketing strategies.

Ben Marcheski, a seasoned video marketing professional whose career spans major media networks like National Geographic, PBS, and Discovery. Now the Creative Director at FedWriters, Ben shares his fascinating journey from producing high-energy TV promos to developing results-driven video strategies for government agencies.

Video marketing expert Bob Kelly, founder of CFG Creative. Bob shares his fascinating journey from the glitz and glamour of Hollywood TV, where he worked on iconic shows like Soul Train and Jeopardy!, to the corporate world of video production.

The brilliant minds behind Team Bubbly, Frank Siringo and Andres Rojas. This dynamic duo has been creating magic for over 12 years from their Manhattan-based full-service production agency, working with top brands like Nike, Amazon, Guinness, PayPal, and Levi's.

Avner Engel, Specialty Vision. Learn how Avner uses daily marketing videos to help specialty eye care doctors grow their practices. With years of expertise, Avner shares his innovative strategies and success stories from doctors who have transformed their business through video marketing.

Today, Mike is joined by David Belkin, the founder of Grid Avec, Denver's newest and fastest growing community solar company. With more than seven years of experience in marketing solar projects, David brings a wealth of knowledge and a unique perspective to the podcast.

Mike sits down with Lisa Reid, the co-founder of Nimble Works. With over three decades of marketing experience, Lisa shares her journey from working in major New York agencies like McCann to starting her own successful ventures with her sister, Barbara.

Morgan Dye, Managing Partner of Meraki Communications Group. Morgan shares her transformative journey through the diverse worlds of healthcare, transportation, social justice, and historic preservation.

Morgan discusses their groundbreaking public education campaign with The Sentencing Project, shedding light on the issues of mass incarceration in the United States. Learn about the creative process behind crafting award-winning video content that inspires and educates on a national scale.