In this episode we speak with Gautam Srikishan, producer, engineer, and composer at the On Being Project.

As a key member of the Poetry Unbound podcast team, Gautam reveals their unique collaborative editing process, where 6-7 editors collectively review and refine each episode. He discusses how the team balances diverse perspectives, navigates creative disagreements, and maintains a culture of respectful critique while creating compelling podcast episodes.

Gautam's story illustrates how collective creativity, mutual trust, and individual expertise can come together to craft nuanced storytelling.

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Gautam's Website: www.floatingfast.com

Poetry Unbound: onbeing.org/series/poetry-unbound Connect with us! [email protected]

The Collab Collection is a project of Sanctus Audio. Find our sound design and music at sanctus.audio

In this episode we speak with Jorge Canedo, creative director and founder of animation studio Ordinary Folk.

From their formation in 2019, Ordinary Folk has stood out for their seamless integration of visuals and sound in their work. Jorge reveals their collaborative process with composers, sharing how early musical involvement and careful planning leads to stronger creative outcomes. He discusses their methodical approach to establishing creative direction, managing client relationships, and ensuring music remains an essential storytelling element rather than an afterthought.

Jorge's story demonstrates how thoughtful communication and mutual trust between creative partners can elevate short-form content beyond typical corporate expectations to create truly compelling work.

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Ordinary Folk: www.ordinaryfolk.co Connect with us! [email protected]

The Collab Collection is a project of Sanctus Audio. Find our sound design and music at sanctus.audio

In this episode we speak with investigative reporter and podcast producer Jenn Amell.

As producer of the true crime podcast Dark Valley, Jenn shares her approach to interviewing subjects about deeply traumatic experiences. She discusses the delicate balance between journalistic integrity and human connection, offering insights into building trust, practicing radical transparency, and the power of active listening in sensitive interviews.

Jenn's story reveals how thoughtful collaboration between journalist and subject can lead to meaningful outcomes for both parties, while highlighting the ethical complexities of working with traumatic stories. --

Missing Woman Media: http://www.missingwomanmedia.com/ Connect with us! [email protected]

The Collab Collection is a project of Sanctus Audio. Find our sound design and music at sanctus.audio

In this episode we speak with speculative fiction author and editor Rebecca E Treasure.

As both a published author and managing editor at Apex Magazine, Rebecca offers a unique perspective on the delicate balance between maintaining artistic vision and incorporating outside feedback. She shares insights on the different approaches to editing, from working with individual authors to curating content for a magazine audience, and discusses how to navigate feedback while preserving the unique voice that makes creative work compelling.

Rebecca's story illustrates the value of finding the right feedback partners and highlights the collaborative nature of the creative process, from professional editing relationships to peer writing groups.

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Rebecca's work: https://rebeccaetreasure.com/   Connect with us! [email protected]

The Collab Collection is a project of Sanctus Audio. Find our sound design and music at sanctus.audio

In this episode we speak with filmmaker Blake Kueny. 

Famous for his action sports films, Blake recounts his journey from shooting local sports events as a 12-year-old to leading high-budget productions with some of the world's top athletes. He shares insights on creative collaborations, the challenges of managing large teams, and the art of dealing with various stakeholders to execute successful projects. 

Blake's story showcases the evolution of filmmaking in the action sports genre and underlines the importance of trust and communication in creative projects.

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Blake's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/blakevincentkueny/?hl=en Connect with us! [email protected]

The Collab Collection is a project of Sanctus Audio. Find our sound design and music at sanctus.audio

The Collab Collection is a collection of stories and useful insights about creative collaboration.

As humans, working together is our superpower, but it's not easy. To grow as a collaborator, host Wesley Slover speaks with all sorts of creative people to gather their stories and useful insights about creative collaboration. Then we present them as succinct 15 minute or less episodes.

Website: thecollabcollection.libsyn.com Contact: [email protected] The Collab Collection is a project of Sanctus Audio. Visit sanctus.audio for more info and if you could use a sonic collaborator hit us up!