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Welcome to The E36 Podcast, where creativity, innovation, and impact converge. Hosted by Ayofemi Kirby, Founder and Chief Strategist at ElevenThirtySix Strategies, this podcast explores creativity, culture, and society, and the ideas, trends, and insights shaping the future of cultural institutions, nonprofits, and creative industries worldwide. Learn more at itseleventhirtysix.com or join our community at e36exchange.com.
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Holding Space for the Cultural Shift: A Conversation with Kemi Ilesanmi
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In this episode, Ayofemi sits down with cultural strategist and leader Kemi Ilesanmi, founder of KGI Projects, for a timely and layered conversation on creative leadership, transformation, and the power of African diasporic futures. Originally recorded in February 2025, but even more resonant today, this dialogue explores what it means to hold spac…
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Perspective: Creativity (Not Change) is the Only Constant
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In this episode of The E36 Podcast, host Ayofemi Kirby, Chief Strategist of ElevenThirtySix Strategies, dives into the concept that creativity, rather than change, is life’s true constant. Ayofemi shares how she's navigated an overwhelming influx of information by returning to a personal commitment to creativity. Consider how you can harness your c…
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Perspective: The Silver Lining of Trump's DEI Crackdown
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In this episode, we tackle Trump’s proposed crackdown on DEI programs—a move that’s sparking heated debate for its impact on workplace culture and marginalized communities. We discuss the pitfalls of superficial “box-checking” approaches to diversity, explore how organizations might respond if forced to rethink their commitments, and examine whethe…
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In our debut episode of The E36 Podcast, we’re diving into TrendWatch 2025—our flagship report highlighting the key trends shaping cultural institutions, nonprofits, and creative businesses this year. From AI-driven personalization and cashless societies to experiential experiences and the rise of small treats culture, these trends are redefining h…
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