This Week on the Convene Podcast: Thinking Like an Artist and Rethinking Event Swag

From Nir Hindie’s perspective on how an artist’s mindset can help event professionals create more meaningful experiences, to a discussion on sustainable giveaways that build connection without the waste — here’s what’s new on the Convene Podcast.

Author: Magdalina Atanassova       

Here’s what’s new on the Convene Podcast this week.

🎙️ Article: Thinking Like an Artist

Business and art are considered unrelated disciplines, but artists and event organizers share a common goal, says entrepreneur and educator Nir Hindie: creating meaningful experiences. Written and read by Barbara Palmer, deputy editor of Convene.

🎙️ Talk [REPLAY]: Do We Still Need Event Swag? Sustainable Giveaways That Build Connection (and Ditch the Waste)

Is swag still worth it—or just landfill with a logo? In this Talk Replay episode, the Convene editors debate whether business events need giveaways at all, and what actually delivers value when they do. From “no-swag” charitable gifting and local-maker gift cards to consumables, thoughtful keepsakes, and scent-driven memories, the group shares smart ideas for reducing waste while deepening attendee connection. If you’re rethinking bags, bottles, and branded pens, this episode gives practical alternatives and guardrails.

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August 21, 2026

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