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MAD CREATIVE with Leyden Lewis + Ed Lederman

MAD CREATIVE with Leyden Lewis + Ed Lederman

By: Lederman + Lewis
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Mad Creative is an intimate platform created to be shared with individuals exploring and sharing their lives, processes, joys, and challenges. Our discussions include artists, comedians, painters, jugglers, print-makers, writers, animators, photographers, musicians, and those creatives we have yet to think about or yet discovered. Our guests reveal their passions and inspirations and what it takes them to live and thrive as a creative.

We know it’s not always an easy path. Let’s talk about it! We want to know what the essence of your creativity is and what keeps it alive in all dimensions both professionally and personally.

We hope you will join us in listening and hopefully participate in the madness as we journey into the minds of varying creative thoughts and modalities. We encourage you to email us if you want to share your story. You never know you just might be the next guest!

Ed Lederman is a professional photographer with 40 + years of experience. Ed’s signature eye has created a unique spin on architectural photography in and throughout NYC. As a Creative-Coach, Ed works with individuals to help them attain the next level in their own professional /life vision. Through disciplined practices, Ed shepherds his clients to “get them into their essences” and ultimately into a thriving career and life. The Standard Culture site is quoted as: “Photographer Ed Lederman is a lover of New York. Looking at his images is somewhat of a love letter to the city”

Leyden Lewis is an interior and architectural designer, producing works in Los Angeles, NYC, and East Africa. He is also a collector and an aficionado of art and design. A true multi-disciplinarian- his work includes a rigorous design and fine art practice working in high-end luxury interiors and buildings, drawing more recently discovered a new passion: writing. Leyden is a founding member of the Black Artists + Designers Guild (BADG) a not-for-profit organization with aims to expand the equity and visibility of black diasporic excellence in the art and design space.

The duo takes the raw intimate nature of the conversations they’ve shared over the years to their podcast Mad Creative. The conversations (not interviews) are unscripted and never know where they are going to land …….that’s what’s so exciting!

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Episodes
  • Charlie Bennet - Photographer

    Charlie Bennet - Photographer
    Dec 13 2023

    Mad Creative Podcast - Highlights

    Today we are talking with photographer, and soon to be documentary filmmaker Charlie Bennet

    • IThe conversation opens with Charlie's captivating book, "On Pause: 3 Months that Changed New York," capturing the essence of NYC's transformative three months during the pandemic in the stark empty streets and the portraits of people affected by the pandemic.
    • Epiphany and Late Bloomers Charlie unfolds his inspiring story, revealing his decision to pivot to photography at 38, escaping the confines of an unfulfilling advertising career.
    • Creativity as a Poetic Journey Leyden, the poetic interior designer, shares insights into his creative path, highlighting the role of his support system and his affiliation with BADG (Black Artist and Designer Guild).
    • Collaboration: Scales, Jazz, and Rock 'n' Roll Ed delves into the world of collaboration with young creatives, seamlessly integrating this aspect into his vibrant photography practice.
    • Creatives Unite: Break the Echo Chamber! Charlie, Ed, and Leyden emphasize the transformative power of collaboration and encourage creatives to break free from their echo chambers.
    • Corporate Life vs. Freelancer Wisdom Charlie sheds light on the distinctions between corporate life and the freelancer's journey, offering valuable insights into the challenges and rewards of each path.
    • Value Creation and Fair Compensation for Freelancers Gain practical insights from Charlie, Ed, and Leyden on recognizing the value freelancers bring to the table and quickly turns into stories from all 3 about being compensated..
    • Connect with Mad Creative: Stay updated by following @madcreativepod on Instagram for behind-the-scenes moments and the latest podcast updates.

    Explore more about Charlie Bennett and his work at charliebennet.com. Join us as we celebrate the diverse and inspiring stories of these creatives on the Mad Creative Podcast.

    #photographer #interior design #documentary #creative #art

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    1 hr and 6 mins
  • Leyden Lewis talks about participating in newly released Architectural Digest documentary

    Leyden Lewis talks about participating in newly released Architectural Digest documentary
    Nov 29 2023

    In this episode, our conversation kicks off with a deep dive into the Architectural Digest documentary film, "AD 100: The New Taste," where Leyden Lewis stands out as one of the featured designers at the 16.55 mark watch AD 100: The New Taste https://www.architecturaldigest.com/video/watch/ad100-the-new-taste. We explore the impact of being acknowledged as an exceptional artist by renowned platforms such as Architectural Digest , as well as by Leyden's discerning clientele. Delving into the road less traveled as a creative, Leyden shares insights into his design process, the poetic elements of his work, and the importance of building a community within one's space.

    Ed Lederman is steadfast in directing the spotlight towards celebrating Leyden, not only for his outstanding design work but also for the poetry embedded in his life and thoughts. The episode encourages viewers to engage with the film, the podcast, and the body of work produced by Leyden Lewis and Ed Lederman.

    For a deeper dive into their creative worlds, you can explore Leyden Lewis's portfolio at https://www.leydenlewis.com/ and Ed Lederman's photography at https://www.edledermanphoto.com/. If you're a full-time creative and would like to share your journey on the show, reach out to us at madcreativepod@gmail.com. We invite everyone to join us in experiencing the richness of their artistic contributions.
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    1 hr and 6 mins
  • Cathleen Campbell- Photographer , Filmmaker storyteller

    Cathleen Campbell- Photographer , Filmmaker storyteller
    Sep 20 2023
    In today's episode of Mad Creative with Leyden Lewis and Ed Lederman we have the pleasure of chatting with Cathleen Campbell, a photographer, filmmaker, and storyteller. She shares her journey, including her first photographs taken at the tender age of 7, which she still treasures. Tune in to discover her unique process for capturing the humanity and vulnerability of people through street portraits. Leyden , Ed and Cathleen have a great conversation about the creative process and the hunger for likes on Instagram.They also talk about the value of their creativity. Cathleen also runs the YouTube channel Drama Mama News, where she offers a satirical news perspective from a Black woman's point of view. Don't miss this insightful conversation! You can see Cathleen’s work at https://cccpix.com/
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    1 hr and 10 mins
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