Our guest this episode is comedian and content creator, Derek Mitchell. Derek is known for his live comedy shows and short-form character sketches. He regularly performs on comedy and theatre stages in the Netherlands, the US and the UK, including Edinburgh Fringe Festival. You might be familiar with his stage shows titled Double Dutch and Goblin, or his ‘Lets double Dutch’ Instagram and TikTok videos which illustrate cultural differences in a humorous and entertaining way. 

Born and raised in Chicago, educated in Canada and England, Derek is a global citizen who is both achieved and aspirational. Having lived in Amsterdam for many years while currently working as a touring entertainer, you might call him a sort of entertainment migrant whose work is enjoyed by locals and expats alike. In this conversation we talk about comedy as a tool for stepping outside of one’s cultural framework and its power as a connector across cultural differences. We also discuss influencers, the future of consumer brand ethics and storytelling, what most people don’t understand about content creation and what to avoid in influencer marketing. Have a listen... 

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