{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/11a46512-9a5a-5df1-a425-888763ec242d/de2228ed-7e70-426b-90b6-8a55d26005c4?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"Episode 044 | Forever Forwards | Abdou Cisse & Akwasi Poku","thumbnail_width":200,"thumbnail_height":200,"thumbnail_url":"https://open-images.acast.com/shows/611eaa9d06c05e8fb8f40be2/611eaac816146b0014a04f96.jpg?height=200","description":"Introducing Forever Forwards, a new series that will highlight talented individuals throughout Black History Month. The guests for the first episode are Senior Creatives, Abdou Cisse & Akwasi Poku. Hailing from South East London, Abdou & Akwasi talk about their background and how they got into the creative industry (2:33 + 7:35). The creative duo then share what they love the most about black culture (17:45 + 18.45) and discuss being free and not diluting themselves just to ‘fit in’. Abdou & Akwasi speak about their creative influences & idols, (40:28 + 45:00) in advertising, design, and much more, including the likes of Virgil Abloh, Daniel Arsham & Kanye West.<br />The guys speak on owning their narrative, (50:16) & (54:08) and the inspiration behind self-directed films such as ‘Serious Tingz’ and ‘Lock Off’. An insightful and powerful conversation, with two young film-makers who are turning heads in their industry due to their artistic eyes and unique insights.","author_name":"Out Of Home Podcast"}