Creative Development with IFC
IFC’s new podcast series explores how finance and economic development influence--and are influenced by--creative industries around the world. We’re trying to answer the biggest question of all: how people, working together, can create meaningful change.
- Update frequency
- every 21 days
- Average duration
- 23 minutes
- Episodes
- 34
- Years Active
- 2021 - 2025
Djo Da Silva : Donner une voix à Cabo Verde
Dans cet épisode de Creative Development avec IFC, Makhtar Diop, directeur général d’IFC, invite le producteur de musique Djo da Silva — l’homme qui a révélé la légende cap-verdienne Cesária Évora — …
Defending More Than Goals: Rüdiger’s Drive to Uplift Through Sport
In the latest episode of Creative Development with IFC, professional footballer Antonio Rüdiger shares how his upbringing, values, and career shaped a deep commitment to leadership and social change.…
Mithali Raj and the Rise of Women's Sports in India
In this episode of Creative Development with IFC, Mithali Raj, one of the most celebrated cricketers in the world, and a trailblazer in women’s sports shares her remarkable journey as a young class…
Beyond the Game: Leadership, Legacy & Change with Jason Wright
In this episode of Creative Development with IFC, Makhtar Diop speaks with Jason Wright, a trailblazer in the sports industry. A former running back in the U.S. National Football League (NFL), Jason …
Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie on Literature, Feminism and Universality
In the latest episode of Creative Development with IFC, host Makhtar Diop is in conversation with renowned Nigerian author Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie. Celebrated for her award-winning books and impactf…
Nadia Nadim: Advancing Equality through Sports, Medicine, and Education
In today's episode of Creative Development with IFC Makhtar Diop sits down with the incredible Nadia Nadim. Born in Afghanistan and having fled to Denmark as a refugee, Nadia's journey is nothing sho…
Kwesi Botchway: Creating Art, Creating Community
In the latest episode of Creative Development with IFC, Makhtar Diop interviews Kwesi Botchway, an inspiring young artist from Accra, Ghana. Influenced by both African and Western art traditions, Kwe…
Beyond the Surface: Exploring Ocean Conservation with Craig Leeson
In the latest episode of Creative Development with IFC, host Makhtar Diop takes a deep dive into ocean conservation and environmental storytelling with award-winning filmmaker and global sustainabili…
Voyage autour des cordes : l'univers musical d'Ablaye Cissoko
Dans cet épisode, Makhtar Diop s’entretient avec le célèbre joueur de kora, Ablaye Cissoko. Ils explorent les richesses de la tradition mandingue qu’Ablaye mêle à la musique contemporaine et la trans…
Wally Badarou on his Fusion Legacy and Copyright Advocacy
In this episode of Creative Development with IFC, Makhtar Diop revisits the heyday of the late 70’s fusion and electro-pop era with trailblazing keyboardist and synth pioneer Wally Badarou. Wally sha…
Alexandra Cousteau: Charting a Course for Ocean Restoration
Join Makhtar Diop and prominent ocean advocate Alexandra Cousteau in a captivating conversation that is both a reckoning with the damage done to our oceans, and a solutions-driven call to action arou…
Voice for Change: Barbara Hendricks' Lifelong Commitment to Music and Human rights
“Creative Development with IFC” marks International Women's Day with the legendary Barbara Hendricks. Join host Makhtar Diop as he explores Barbara’s journey from the segregated southern USA to the w…
Inna Modja: The Artist and the Activist
In this episode, Makhtar Diop is joined by multi-talented artist and activist Inna Modja for a captivating discussion on music, advocacy, and the role of creativity in shaping a better world. Inna sh…
Anand Mahindra on Culture, Commerce and Community
IFC's Makhtar Diop engages in an enlightening conversation with Anand Mahindra, Chairman of the Mahindra Group. They explore the intersection of business, culture and community, spotlighting Mahindra…
Jonathan Butler and the Journey from Poverty to Prosperity
Makhtar Diop engages in a captivating conversation with legendary South African guitarist, singer, and songwriter, Jonathan Butler. Following the release of his 28th album Ubuntu, Butler reflects on…
Mohamed « Mamane » Moustapha : l’humour, un catalyseur du changement
Dans cet épisode, Makhtar Diop reçoit Mohamed Moustafa, mieux connu sous le nom de Mamane. L’humoriste et entrepreneur créatif partage sa passion pour l'Afrique, ses défis et son avenir plein d’espoi…
Lewis Pugh: A Deep Dive into the Ocean Crisis
On the occasion of World Environment Day, IFC Managing Director Makhtar Diop engages in a thought-provoking conversation with Lewis Pugh, a renowned endurance swimmer and UNEP Patron of the Oceans. F…
Dian Sastrowardoyo: Shaping Stories and Shattering Stereotypes in Indonesian Cinema
Victor Wooten: Taking Notes from Nature
In this episode of Creative Development with IFC, award-winning bassist and author Victor Wooten discusses the link between nature and music, the art of leadership, and the lessons we should heed as…
Marcus Miller: A Legend of Jazz, and Artist for Peace
This special episode of Creative Development with IFC brings together Makhtar Diop and legendary American bassist Marcus Miller. Against the backdrop of Black History Month the two discuss Miller’s j…