Chris Wilson
Founder · Designer · Guest · Other
Articles & interviews
- 192. The Spark
This Creative Boom podcast episode features Chris Wilson of Stckmn in a relaxed, humorous conversation with host Katy Cowan. They discuss creativity, confidence, parenting, and the challenges of staying inspired amid life's chaos. The episode offers a warm and candid close to the podcast season, filled with personal insights and laughter.
- Chris Wilson
The Creative Boom Podcast episode features Chris Wilson, founder of Glasgow-based one-man studio Stckmn, in a candid conversation with host Katy Cowan. Wilson discusses his journey through trauma, resilience, and creative growth, reflecting on how personal hardship shaped his multidisciplinary design career. The episode explores themes of belonging, burnout, healing, and the power of creativity to rebuild and sustain purpose.
- 190. The Spark
Episode 190 of The Spark podcast from Creative Boom features Joy Nazzari of DNCO in a lively conversation with host Katy Cowan. The discussion touches on Joy’s creative inspirations, her love of street art, studio nostalgia, and the quirks of creative leadership. The episode offers a lighthearted glimpse into her personality and creative process.
- A year in review: how 2025 changed who we are and how we work
Creative Boom editor Katy Cowan reflects on 2025, a year marked by challenges in the creative industry and a renewed focus on human connection. She recounts launching The Studio, a thriving online community, expanding into real-world events, and growing Creative Boom’s YouTube and podcast presence. The piece highlights adaptation to AI, collaboration with Love & Logic on social strategy, and the importance of authenticity and community in creative work.
- "Creative Boom Podcast Season 10 Launches with Video Option"
Creative Boom announces the return of its podcast for Season 10, now available in video format for the first time. Hosted by Katy Cowan, the season features an impressive lineup of creative industry figures including Brian Collins, Pum Lefebure, and Jeff Staple, with sponsorship from paper manufacturer James Cropper. The new season emphasizes authentic conversations about creative careers and the evolving design landscape.
- New York Nico Releases Book on NYC's Hidden Gems
The article is an interview with filmmaker Nicolas Heller, known as New York Nico, about his new book 'New York Nico’s Guide to New York City'. It explores his journey from film school to documenting New York’s eccentric characters through his Instagram page and how this led to a storytelling-driven guidebook. The piece highlights his creative process, inspirations, and the community focus behind his work.