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(Almost) Reckless

An original CP Media production featuring conversations with special guests from disparate industries and backgrounds, highlighting the first principles behind the pivotal, and almost reckless, decisions that have led them to the pinnacle of their fields.

RoleProducer · Photographer · Guest Curator · Copywriter
ForTibi / CP Media
HostAmy Smilovic
Year2024 — Present
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Javier PeralMusic Director & Producer
2025
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Javier is a Music Director and Producer spanning art, fashion, and design. He has been directing music for Tibi for over two decades, dating back to Spring 2004. The conversation explores how work can keep you young, the fear in explaining one's job to those who may not understand, and the influence of others' perceptions on your dreams.

Producer / PhotographerGabriel Smilovic
HostAmy Smilovic
GuestJavier Peral
Yasemin DemirciFounder, The Store by Schneeweiss · Special Edition
2025
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Yasemin is the founder and owner of The Store by Schneeweiss, an independent luxury boutique in the heart of Vienna that has carried Tibi for nearly 15 years. The two founders compare and contrast their experiences in fashion, the differences within their niches, and the creation of a new Viennese apartment in partnership with Schneeweiss. Shot and produced live in Paris.

Producer / PhotographerGabriel Smilovic
HostAmy Smilovic
GuestYasemin Demirci
LocationParis, France
Ken WallinMultidisciplinary Artist & Gallerist · Special Edition
2025
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Ken is a Multidisciplinary Artist and Gallerist from St. Simon's Island, Georgia — and Amy's father and Gabriel's grandfather. Gabriel joins the conversation as a third guest. The discussion covers Ken's journey from psychology to abstract impressionism, and the creative lineage across three generations.

Producer / Photographer / GuestGabriel Smilovic
HostAmy Smilovic
GuestKen Wallin
Beth HutchensFounder & Creative Director, FoundRae
2025
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Beth is the Founder and Creative Director of FoundRae, a collection of fine jewelry — intently crafted modern heirlooms for self-expression.

Producer / PhotographerGabriel Smilovic
HostAmy Smilovic
GuestBeth Hutchens
Frances ShoemackFounder & CEO, Abel Fragrances
2024
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Frances is the Founder and CEO of Abel, the world's first 100% natural luxury fragrance house, created in 2013 in Amsterdam. The discussion provides deep insight into the perfume industry, Abel's origin story, Frances' goals for the future, and the correlations between two independent female founders. Shot and produced live in the Tibi Atelier.

Producer / PhotographerGabriel Smilovic
HostAmy Smilovic
GuestFrances Shoemack
LocationTibi Atelier, NYC
Alexandra ZatarainCo-Founder, Eight Sleep
2024
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Alex is the Co-Founder and VP of Brand & Marketing at Eight Sleep, the world's first sleep fitness brand — now valued at over $1 billion. The discussion covers the influence of mentors, the investor/founder relationship, and running a business with your significant other. Shot and produced live in the Tibi Atelier.

Producer / PhotographerGabriel Smilovic
HostAmy Smilovic
GuestAlexandra Zatarain
LocationTibi Atelier, NYC
Fermin Nunez & Cecelia CoxChef & Restaurateur
2024
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A conversation with Chef Fermin Nunez and Cecelia Cox, moderated by Amy Smilovic. The discussion traverses risk-taking, the subjective nature of success, and the decisions that shaped their careers in the culinary world.

Producer / PhotographerGabriel Smilovic
HostAmy Smilovic
GuestsFermin Nunez, Cecelia Cox
Samara Cohen & Wendy FinermanCIO, BlackRock · Oscar-Winning Producer
2024
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Samara Cohen is the Chief Investment Officer of ETFs and Index Investments at BlackRock. Wendy Finerman is the Oscar-winning producer of Forrest Gump and The Devil Wears Prada. The conversation touches on overhyped skillsets, living a non-bifurcated life, self-promotion versus authenticity, and a Q&A with the live audience.

Producer / PhotographerGabriel Smilovic
HostAmy Smilovic
GuestsSamara Cohen, Wendy Finerman