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Scaling Creator

Eriksen Dickens and Soren Dickens

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Welcome to the Scaling Creator podcast, hosted by Soren and Eriksen Dickens. Join these two brothers and learn how they leveraged adversity, self-discovery, and story to scale from solo video creators to agency owners. This podcast aims to provide listeners with unfiltered stories to inspire creative minds to live unapologetically true to themselves. Each episode features thought-provoking conversations around self-discovery, storytelling, sales, marketing, operations, leadership development ...
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Artifice Podcast by Emily Merrell

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Great art almost feels like magic—it opens our minds to brand new ideas, and teaches us to see ourselves and our world more clearly. Of course, behind all great art, there are artists. And that’s where the real magic happens… As we go beneath the art itself to explore how different artists do what they do, we see glimpses of the sorts of creativity, resilience, and bravery that lead to the art that moves our world. And maybe we can learn to borrow some of that magic for our very own thinking ...
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The Busy Aviation Podcast takes a view on all aspects of aviation from commercial fixed-wing to the world of rotary. Chris has spent most his life flying something - from model aircraft to heavy helicopters. His 36 years of aviation both military and commercial flying experience allows him the opportunity to connect with fellow aviators and talk (endlessly some would say...) about flying, aircraft and anything that defies gravity!
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Eriksen Dickens is an award winning filmmaker, actor, and business owner based in California. In 2016, Eriksen co-founded Platinum Peek Inc., with his brother, Soren, while in college. Platinum Peek is a video agency that specializes in creating story-driven video solutions for marketing, sales, and operations teams for clients around the country.I…
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Send us a text In the latest episode of the Scaling Creator podcast, host Ben Robie, a talented videographer from Utah, shares insights from his creative journey that began in his childhood church, pioneering his path in videography. In the first segment, he underscores the importance of merging business acumen with artistic creativity, citing infl…
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I’m Abby, the owner and creator of WoodSolStone studio located in Cincinnati, Ohio. My passion for plants and all things green has always been a part of my dna, so the organic way that this art came to be only made sense for me. I’ve always been a creative person and love the process of moss art. I use every bit of nature I find to create a magical…
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Bailey Elizabeth Hinkley Grogan is a jazz vocalist, songwriter, sound healer, and performer based out of Denver, CO and Los Angeles, CA. Her bright, yet melancholy sound is a reflection of her deep study into the jazz idiom while simultaneously playing homage to her influences in Nancy Wilson, Chick Corea, Sheryl Crow, and Pat Metheny. Her improvis…
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Send us a text Overview In this episode of the Scaling Creator Podcast, titled "Tailorend Content," the hosts delve into the intricacies of crafting a personalized content strategy that addresses the unique challenges faced by business-minded creators. Beginning with an introduction to the podcast's focus on practical solutions, the discussion tran…
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‍Amrita is an entrepreneur and the founder of @mykalekitchen. She set up My Kale Kitchen Creative as a boutique content creation company that provides cinematic and emotive videography to food and beverage brands and is currently expanding into lifestyle content and short-films as well. Amrita specializes in short-form cinematography and her true p…
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Dr. Matt R. Salmon, DO, MS is the Manager of Psychiatry at Whitman Walker Health in Washington, DC, specializing in child, adolescent, and adult psychiatry with a focus on LGBTQ+ youth who’ve faced chronic interpersonal trauma.Matt's unique perspective is shaped by personal experiences of growing up queer and autistic in a conservative Mormon house…
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Send us a text Overview In the latest episode of the Scaling Creator podcast, hosts Soren and Eriksen Dickens delve into the vital role of storytelling in business, emphasizing its profound impact on audience engagement and information retention. The discussion begins with an overview of the podcast and transitions into the science behind storytell…
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Brian Casey is a jazz bassist, educator and researcher based in Colorado. Brian serves as Associate Professor of Academic Jazz at the University of Northern Colorado and earned a DMA in Jazz Studies from the University of Colorado Boulder where he taught courses in Humanities, Jazz Studies, and American Music. Brian earned a MM in Jazz Studies from…
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From Mesa, AZ. Attended film school at Scottsdale Community College and studied History and Sociology of Western Religion at MCC/BYU (note: I did not graduate from any of those colleges lol). Currently located in south bay Los Angeles, CA. Working for a digital Healthcare company called Sharecare in Value-based Care Technology Integrations. http://…
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In this episode, we talk about Navigating the industry. Film Inspiration “Work Life Balance” Director of Photography: Jammario Washington https://www.instagram.com/itzme_mario/ https://www.imdb.com/name/nm7470561/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamarrio-plair-washington-724b8a78/ Thank you for listening: Please let me know what you learned or thought …
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Lauren McDonald Zuniga has been writing since she first learned to read at age three. She graduated with a BA in Creative Writing from the University of North Texas in 2012. She worked as a freelance contributor to the local Utah newspaper The Davis County Clipper, as well freelancing as a writing counselor for beginning creative writers for nearly…
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Send us a text Welcome to Scaling Creator where we explore the transformative power of AI in storytelling and video production. In this podcast, we'll dive into the importance of storytelling, how AI enhances our narrative capabilities, and the future of AI in media. We'll discuss client collaboration with AI, content strategies, and streamlined vi…
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Throughout her life, Kimber has had two deep passions: water and art. It seemed obvious she would foray into the underwater portrait photography industry however, the road she took was a bit more scenic. As a teenager, Kimber worked as a lifeguard and eventually became Open Water SCUBA certified in a frigid Ohio quarry. In college, she earned her B…
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Double bass player Birgir Steinn Theodorsson graduated from FÍH's music school with distinction in 2015 and subsequently studied at the jazz department of the Berlin Academy of Arts and Hans Eisler in Berlin. Birgir Steinn has worked with numerous bands and musicians, both as double bass player, co-author and arranger. He has performed in many plac…
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Send us a text In this episode of The SC Podcast, hosts Soren and Eriksen Dickens dive into the critical role of education in business success. Featuring insightful discussions on personal branding, community networking, and strategic course investments, this episode highlights the importance of real-life experiences and intentionality in choosing …
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Send us a text In the latest episode of the Scaling Creator podcast, hosts Soren and Eriksen Dickens discuss the importance of investing in people with guests Jack Spitser and Zack Reuter from Epic Drone Tours. The conversation covers key topics such as the vital role of passion and excitement in hiring, the challenges and lessons Jack faced in equ…
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Send us a text In this episode, hosts Soren and Eriksen Dickens introduce their podcast focused on various entrepreneurial themes. They discuss the pitfalls of creators overly investing in new technology, sharing Soren's realization that such investments don't guarantee business growth, emphasizing instead the importance of having solid business sk…
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Send us a text 📽️ Documentary Project Focus Eriksen and Soren wanted to tell stories through documentaries to cultivate their skills in storytelling. Documentaries were seen as the pinnacle of storytelling journalism. 🎥 Legacy Documentary Importance Legacy documentaries are crucial for businesses looking to pass on a significant legacy. The speaker…
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Thomas Bartlett is a wire jewelry craftsman and artist out of Minneapolis Minnesota. His work utilizes weaving and coiling of wire to create detailed highly textural settings for natural stones and crystals. In addition to jewelry work Thomas has a BFA in 2d media and creates psychosexual surrealist illustrations and paintings. Instagram.com/_whisk…
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Dave Chisholm is a graphic novelist and musician currently living in Rochester, NY where he received his doctorate in jazz trumpet from the Eastman School of Music in 2013. His expertise in music as well as his formal inventiveness within the comics medium has resulted in a string of critically-acclaimed music-centric graphic novels including Enter…
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Send us a text Episode Overview: Join hosts Soren and Eriksen Dickens for an insightful and inspiring conversation with Bryce as he shares his journey from the military to becoming a barber. Bryce's story is one of determination, resilience, and the pursuit of one's values. From serving in the military to finding his passion in barbering, Bryce's n…
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Hailing from Narembeen in the wheatbelt of Western Australia, Jordan is a metal artist specialising in one-of-a-kind animal sculptures. Using retired tools, machine parts and recycled farm scrap sourced throughout rural Western Australia, Jordan finds inspiration in the animal kingdom and brings his sculptures to life. Now in his tenth year as a fu…
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Jen Cunha is an attorney, animal cognition trainer, writer, and international speaker, focusing on animal literacy and communication. A "parrot mama" for over 16 years, Jen has been developing cognition training techniques for almost a decade. Her training manuals have been translated and distributed throughout Europe, and she’s been featured in Bi…
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Casey Drake is a self-taught artist, author, illustrator, and mother currently based in Orlando, Florida. While always driven by a strong, intrinsic need to create, her artistic journey took an unexpected turn when her whimsical sidewalk chalk creations gained widespread recognition in 2020. Before this, Casey obtained a bachelor’s of science in Bi…
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In this episode, we talk about Navigating the industry. Creating Story Driven Videos Having an agency Creating Legacy Documentary’s The importance of storytelling over tools. Cofounder and Creative Director: Eriksen Dickens www.platinumpeek.com https://www.instagram.com/platinumpeek Instagram: @eriksenwdickens https://dickensbrothers.com Linkedin: …
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From Anna's Obituary: Mary Annaleen Mooy, beloved sister, aunt, teacher, and devoted friend to many, age 65, peacefully passed away on January 15, 2024, due to complications of a brain tumor. I'm so grateful I have this conversation with Anna to remember and cherish, along with some truly impactful memories from my time as her student. It feels rig…
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Send us a text Episode Overview: Prepare for a wild ride in this special episode of the Scaling Creator podcast with your hosts Soren and Eriksen Dickens. They delve into a bizarre and cautionary tale from the early days of their video production company, Platinum Peek. The story involves a peculiar client with grandiose plans to incite a revolutio…
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In this episode, we talk about Navigating the industry. The movie “Radical” Working with kids in film Creating the look of Radical. Communicating visual language to camera operators Director of Photography: Mateo Londono https://www.mateolondono.com/ https://www.instagram.com/matlondono/ https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0518804/?ref_=fn_al_nm_1 Check ou…
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Pham was born in a Malaysian refugee camp in 1979. His parents are Vietnamese and fled the country during the Vietnam War. The family moved to the United States when he was five months old and has lived in the U.S. ever since. Pham was teased often as a young child, and has said that he began to "resent being Asian" because of this bullying. He oft…
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In this episode, we talk about Navigating the industry. The movie “Scrambled” The importance of mentorship Working with a director who is the main character in a film. Director of Photography: Julia Swain https://www.juliaswain.net/ https://www.instagram.com/juliaswain https://vimeo.com/juliaswain Check out the Trailer for “Scrambled” Thank you for…
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Evan Werner is an avid woodworker, chef, outdoorsman, and entrepreneur. Living in a rural community in Utah has allowed him to spend more time with his artistic passions. He runs South Slope Wood-fired Pizza with his wife Priscilla. When he’s not serving up delicious wood fired pizza he’s in the mountains fly fishing or searching for unique logs to…
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Joey Anderson (he/they) is a movement-based artist and educator based in his hometown, Salt Lake City, Utah. He is currently a member of FLEET Co-Op, directed by Shelby Taylor, which just concluded its inaugural year. In collaboration with FLEET, Joey contributed in building and performing their immersive show, “Monomyth,” last Fall as well as thei…
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In this episode, we talk about Navigating the industry. Talking about showrunning as well as being the cinematographer The series “Ren” Shooting Day for Night Shooting POV Director of Photography / Showrunner : Neil Oseman www.neiloseman.com https://www.instagram.com/neiloseman https://www.imdb.com/name/nm1371637/ https://www.instagram.com/renthegi…
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In this episode, we talk about Navigating the industry. Talking about under camera animation. The short film “Baigal Nuur” Filmmaker / Animator : Alisi Telengut https://alisitelengut.com/ https://www.instagram.com/alisitelengut/?hl=en https://www.imdb.com/name/nm4665078/ Check out the Trailer for Baigal Nuur – Lake Baikal: Thank you for listening: …
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Send us a text Episode Overview: In this episode of the Scaling Creator Podcast, Soren Dickens engages in a deep dive with Dan Fantasia, a seasoned expert in sales recruiting, to unravel the complexities of building and scaling effective sales teams. Listeners will gain valuable insights into the recruitment process, learn strategies for hiring sal…
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Jennifer Madsen is a prized fixture on performing stages of the West. A lifelong singer and actress, her early career included being a cast member of Brigham Young University’s famed performing group the Young Ambassadors. That experience founded her love of the art and afforded her the chance to sing, dance, and act for audiences across the globe.…
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In this episode, we talk about Navigating the industry. The importance of film school. The television series “Winning Time” Director of Photography: Ricardo Diaz https://www.rickdiazdp.com/ https://www.instagram.com/rickdiazdp/ https://www.imdb.com/name/nm2011980/ Check out the Trailer for winning time: Thank you for listening: Please let me know w…
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In this episode, we talk about Navigating the industry. The importance of Female cinematographers. The comparison between documentary and narrative work The documentary “Girl’s State” Establishing trust with talent on documentary work. Director of Photography: Laura Hudock https://www.laurahudock.com/ https://www.imdb.com/name/nm2262917/ https://ww…
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Aaron Schumacher is a dynamic vocalist, music director, and entrepreneur based in Los Angeles. Known for his technical expertise and innovative approach, Aaron serves as the Soprano and Technical Director for m-pact, a globally celebrated vocal group renowned for their authentic and powerful vocal performances.As an entrepreneur, Aaron founded Voca…
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Send us a text Welcome to the Scaling Creator Podcast, hosted by Soren and Eriksen Dickens. In this episode, we dive into an engaging conversation with Jack Spitser, CEO, and founder of Epic Drone Tours, along with Zack Reuter, the company's COO. Join us as we explore Jack's fascinating journey from a passionate swim photographer to leading a succe…
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Britt Linde is a rock climber and physical therapist living in the magical Sonoran Desert of Tucson, Arizona. Her life circumstances led her to attend BYU for her undergrad degree in Exercise Science and serendipitously led her to experience rock climbing for the first time. There began her obsession with rock climbing and the life lessons it teach…
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In this episode, we talk about Navigating the industry. In A Violent Nature – Project Shot on C70 with Canon FD Lenses – Glimmerglass Filters. Director of Photography: Pierce Derks https://www.instagram.com/pierce.derks/ https://www.imdb.com/name/nm3962389/ Check out the trailer: Thank you for listening: Please let me know what you learned or thoug…
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Send us a text The goal of Scaling Creator is to explore stories, problems, and solutions for business-minded creatives. In a world where creators are becoming the lifeblood of many businesses, join us as we connect the dots between what companies need and how video creators can bridge some of those desired outcomes. Over the past seven years, @pla…
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Grace was born and raised in Sandy, Utah where she grew up doing two things - playing soccer and making art. Today, she continues to do just that; she spends the majority of her time at Harmons Grocery painting and installing signs, at home painting original work or commissioned work for her art patrons, and of course, we mustn’t forget, playing so…
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In this episode, we talk about Navigating the industry. The importance of mentors. Authentically You – Project The relationship between cinematography and technology. Director of Photography: Matt Sill https://mattsill.com/ https://www.instagram.com/mattsill Check out the stills for Authentically You: Watch the video: Thank you for listening: Pleas…
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My culinary passion started at a young age. Growing up, I would help my mother make wedding cakes in her spare time and make caramels, brownies, and more with my dad. I developed a love for pastries- the balancing of flavors, the chemistry behind it, the look, the flavor combinations, and of course the taste!I was born and raised in Salt Lake City,…
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