The strategy and design departments at shark&minnow discuss the power of creative friction. When multidisciplinary teams collaborate – the impossible is made possible. Creative friction is the catalyst for divergent thinking and going beyond the unknown. Friction is not resistance, it is the catalyst for creativity. Open Swim is a podcast that expl…

The strategy and design teams at shark&minnow gather to discuss the process of creating brand marks, identity systems, and guidelines as well as the trends in visual branding, and the research that informs the creative process from client onboarding to the brand launch. Open Swim is a podcast that explores emerging trends in business, marketing, de…

The women of shark&minnow gather to discuss being a woman in the modern workplace, as well as share their experiences navigating burnout, tik-tok trends, and career aspirations. Open Swim is a podcast that explores emerging trends in business, marketing, design and culture. Open Swim is brought to you by shark&minnow, a strategy and design consulta…

The 1920s roared after a pandemic and so will the 2020s. The modern economy came to life during the Jazz Age and it will swell once again as consumers gain confidence after intentionally curtailing spending and productivity for several months due to the COVID-19 pandemic. But how long will economic prosperity reign? Listen to the thinkers, creators…

Each year, we assemble the collective curiosity and imagination of our multidisciplinary consultancy and studio to speculate the future and identify emerging trends. And each year, we share our perspectives, informed by empathy, insights, and creative friction alike. In this episode, the thinkers, creators and storytellers at shark&minnow identify …

Amid the global coronavirus pandemic, non-profits are challenged to rethink their path forward. In this episode, the thinkers, creators, and storytellers at shark&minnow discuss research, insights, and ideas to help non-profits navigate the challenges of COVID-19. Open Swim is a podcast that explores emerging trends in business, marketing, design a…

Whether declaring a bold vision for leadership, celebrating a candidate’s achievements, or attacking a political opponent, political advertising dominates media in order to influence voters. In this episode, the thinkers, creators and storytellers at shark&minnow analyze political campaigns, branding and advertising throughout American history. Ope…

In this episode, the thinkers, creators and storytellers at shark&minnow discuss the hidden significance of what we eat and the connection of food to identity and culture. Open Swim is a podcast that explores emerging trends in business, marketing, design and culture. Open Swim is brought to you by shark&minnow, a strategy and design consultancy th…

In this episode, the thinkers, creators and storytellers at shark&minnow interview teachers, academic administrators and staff to share their experience during the coronavirus pandemic and how they will continue to innovate the learning experience for students in a post-COVID-19 world. Open Swim is a podcast that explores emerging trends in busines…

In this episode, the thinkers, creators and storytellers at shark&minnow discuss retail in a post-COVID-19 world and how consumer behavior will change after living through a pandemic. Open Swim is a podcast that explores emerging trends in business, marketing, design and culture. Open Swim is brought to you by shark&minnow, a strategy and design co…

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In this episode, the thinkers, creators and storytellers at shark&minnow share the stories behind the Pyeongchang 2018 Olympic Winter Games. […] The post Stay Gold: A Look Back on Pyeongchang – Episode 13 appeared first on shark&minnow.By shark&minnow

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In this episode, the thinkers, creators and storytellers at shark&minnow demystify the discipline of user experience, share stories from Midwest […] The post Beyond User Experience – Design Principles for the Human Experience – Episode 9 appeared first on shark&minnow.By shark&minnow

In this episode, the thinkers, creators and storytellers at shark&minnow discuss The Golden Age of Television from live broadcast television […] The post The Golden Age of Television is Now – Episode 8 appeared first on shark&minnow.By shark&minnow

In this episode, the thinkers, creators and storytellers at shark&minnow interview Blake Brasher, a Robotics Engineer at Boston Dynamics and […] The post Rise of the Machines: Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Robots & Automation – Episode 7 appeared first on shark&minnow.By shark&minnow

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In this episode, the thinkers, creators and storytellers at shark&minnow discuss tragedies played out live on social media, TV commercials […] The post Facebook Live, Real (TV) Life & Top Podcasts – Episode 4 appeared first on shark&minnow.By shark&minnow

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