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🎙️ This episode
Today we’re talking to Paul Burke. Writer. Producer. Director. Radio advertising legend. The kind of legend where people say, “Oh… Paul Burke?” and nod seriously. Paul has won more awards for radio ads than anyone else in the world. Ever. He’s also directed hundreds of actors, including Benedict Cumberbatch, Rowan Atkinson, Joanna Lumley, and David Tennant. Just a normal Tuesday. Paul’s been on the podcast before sharing some excellent agency war stories. This time, we dig into his journey from dispatch rider to writer at Abbott Mead Vickers. If you’re trying to break into a creative department, pay attention. These lessons are still painfully relevant. If you’re new to the industry or working outside the UK, you’ll love this one. Paul also shares stories and lessons from some of advertising’s greats, including David Abbott, Peter Mead, Richard Foster, John Horton, and Chris O’Shea.

⚠️ Light swearing. Parental advisory. You have been warned.

📖 Paul’s articles in The Spectator
👉 https://spectator.com/writer/paul-burke/

🎧 Paul’s work
👉 https://www.paulburkecreative.com/
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