Shapeshifters Podcast

#8 - Bernhard Koomson | Creative Director, Designer, DJ & Father

We are back after a turbulent Play-Off run with the Berlin Braves 2000 and are happy to share some great Interviews in the next upcoming weeks! We pick up with Bernard Koomson founder of deadHYPE GmbH - a creative Agency that is a household name, known for amazing events and shaping Berlin’s creative scene. Bernard that originally grew up in the UK sits down with us and talks about the process of getting to where he is today and what impact the Berlin Culture can have on a European level. Additionally he also discusses why he chose to go back to print to tell stories about real people that move the needle in Berlin’s scenes. An exciting view point that is the perfect listen for young founders trying to express themselves in a creative landscape. This Episode can be found on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and on YouTube with visuals and subtitles. Link in Bio. Enjoy and Hype is not dead! Watch the video version of the podcast on YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/@simondubepaul/podcasts] https://www.youtube.com/@simondubepaul/podcasts Follow Simon on Instagram [http://www.instagram.com/simondubepaul] http://www.instagram.com/simondubepaul Follow Simon on Instagram [http://www.instagram.com/simondubepaul] http://www.instagram.com/simondubepaul

#7 - Lucy Reuß | Professional Basketball Player & Lawyer

We are excited to share this special episode, featuring Lucy Reuß. This record player for Alba Berlin is the face of the women's team and represents the incredible development the club has made in the girls' and women's sector. Women's basketball in Germany is growing rapidly and gaining more and more popularity. In this episode, we discuss what factors play a role in this, and where should the journey go so that women in competitive sports can also make a living from their craft. Watch the video version of the podcast on YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/@simondubepaul/podcasts] https://www.youtube.com/@simondubepaul/podcasts Follow Simon on Instagram [http://www.instagram.com/simondubepaul] http://www.instagram.com/simondubepaul

#6 - Carla Monroe | Singer, Songwriter, Mother

After the winterbreak we are proud to present our first international guest hailing from London, UK: Carla Monroe. This musician with Dominican roots, works with some of the biggest global electronic dance music artists, singing and songwriting on their hits. In this episode we discuss how she almost gave up on her dream of being a musician, to then become an overnight sensation landing a number one hit on the UK Dance Single Charts. A beautiful story of how what you put in will always pay off, even if it takes years with no light at the end of the tunnel. Watch the video version of the podcast on YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/@simondubepaul/podcasts] https://www.youtube.com/@simondubepaul/podcasts Follow Simon on Instagram [http://www.instagram.com/simondubepaul] http://www.instagram.com/simondubepaul

#5 - Eugen Bantschikow | Strength and Conditioning Coach

Episode 5 of the Shapeshifters Podcast features one of the best Strength and Conditioning Coaches in Germany: Eugen Bantschikow. Buckle up because this Episode is peppered with gems for the current and upcoming generation of athletes and performance enthusiasts. This episode is in German, but you can watch it with English subtitles on YouTube. Watch the video version of the podcast on YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/@simondubepaul/podcasts] https://www.youtube.com/@simondubepaul/podcasts Follow Simon on Instagram [http://www.instagram.com/simondubepaul] http://www.instagram.com/simondubepaul

#4 - Gabriel ‘Selassie’ Tsagli | Artist, Model, Dancer and Father

We are thrilled to present to you episode four of the ‘Shapeshifters’ Podcast featuring Gabriel ‘Selassie’ Tsagli. This multidisciplinary artist takes us with him on his many journeys - from Ghana to Berlin, from modelling to becoming an artist. Him and Simon talk about what fosters  creativity and what it is like living in a very creative household together with his partner, also an artist, and his two year old daughter, Neptune. This episode is in English. Watch the video version of the podcast on YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/@simondubepaul/podcasts] https://www.youtube.com/@simondubepaul/podcasts Follow Simon on Instagram [http://www.instagram.com/simondubepaul] http://www.instagram.com/simondubepaul