Best Daviau Podcasts (2024)

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#319 Listener Questions June 2024 57:36

2d ago57:36

57:36

Join us for another round of listener questions! David and Dirk discuss topics such as whether and how to avoid game-breaking synergies, what impact finances has on the love of design, and balancing strategy and role play mechanics.By Dirk Knemeyer, David Heron

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#318 Modules and RPGSEA with Pam Punzalan 53:43

16d ago53:43

53:43

Dirk and David are joined by Pam Punzalan, known for her work on personal projects such as Navthem’s End and A Rising Tide, as well as commissioned pieces for Dungeons and Dragons, Blades in the Dark, and Starfinder. Together, the trio discusses the differences between producing hired work and indie projects, as well as the importance of RPGSEA. To…

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#317 Earthborne Rangers with Andrew Navaro 58:28

30d ago58:28

58:28

Dirk and David are joined by Andrew Navaro, creator of open-world board game Earthborne Rangers. They discuss how Earthborne Rangers was developed, and the lessons learned from the project. Topics include the making of an open-world board game, diverging story paths, expansions, and when to stop supporting an ongoing game.…

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Hokas, Podcasts, Face Rollers, & Buying Knock-offs. w/ Stef and Lauren 11:02

1M ago11:02

11:02

In this episode Stef and Lauren sit down for a chat about their brand faves (bc what else do they talk about?) to wrap up season 4. Yep, the gals are taking a summer vacation and they'll be back in a few weeks with season 5 of Allowlist. If you want to keep up with them follow along on LinkedIn. AND huge thank you to our season 4 sponsors Pinch and…

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De Soi: Katy Perry's Non-Alc Sparkling Apéritifs 56:06

1M ago56:06

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In this episode, Stef and Lauren sit down with Scout Brisson, the CEO of De Soi, an award-winning line of sparkling non-alcoholic apéritifs co-founded by Katy Perry and Morgan McLachlan. We get into: How Scout went from Pre-Med at MIT, to Management Consulting, to M13, to co-founding Deux, to becoming CEO of De Soi Scout’s predictions about the fut…

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#316 Citizen Sleeper with Gareth Damian Martin 55:10

2M ago55:10

55:10

Dirk and David meet with Gareth Damian Martin, creator of In Other Waters and Citizen Sleeper. They discuss Gareth’s design journey, as well as the process of creating Citizen Sleeper. Topics include the use of tabletop mechanics in video games, when to obscure probabilities, using literary prose effectively, and how a game of Citizen Sleeper devel…

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Dotti: The Cleaning Essentials Your Home Deserves w/ Amanda Riva & Rachel Garbutt 1:01:07

2M ago1:01:07

1:01:07

In this episode, Stef sits down with Amanda and Rachel, co-founders of Dotti. Dottti is reimagining everyday cleaning tools. Dotti is your lasting cleaning companion made of antibacterial, durable materials like silicone. The cleaning essentials that deserve a place in your home are stunning, and we are neat freaks, so it's a match made in heaven. …

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Upbeing: The App That Can Tell You Why You're in a Bad Mood. w/ Sam Daviau 55:10

2M ago55:10

55:10

Lauren sits down with Sam Daviau, the co-founder of UpBeing. UpBeing is an application that helps you discover what impacts your well-being and creates emotional visibility with the people in your life without any meticulous journaling or tracking. We get into: Why the social dynamics of wellbeing are crucial, as people often see issues in others m…

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#315 Civilization Series 3 52:12

2M ago52:12

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Welcome back to the Civilization Series. In the third installment, David and Dirk break down their experiences with Millennia, the latest 4X offering from C Prompt Games and Paradox Interactive. They discuss what aspects of the game worked for them, as well as what they would like to see develop as patches and updates are to come. Topics include ho…

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Blade: Commute by Helicopter for the Price of Your Uber w/ Roisin Branch 58:34

2M ago58:34

58:34

Stef and Lauren sit down with Roisin Branch, CMO of Blade, a rapidly growing air mobility platform that lets you commute by helicopter around cities, jetting to and from popular destinations for (in some cases) less than the cost of your Uber fare. Hate the traffic between Manhattan <> JFK/Newark? No stress, Blade can get you from A to B in 5 minut…

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53 - Devils Might Surrender | That Came Out Of Nowhere 3:16:28

2M ago3:16:28

3:16:28

The hunters recover from the traumatic fall of the Adrammelech's central citadel and find their way topside.By Nat19

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Our latest CPG Obsessions w/ Stef and Lauren 38:20

2M ago38:20

38:20

In this episode, Stef and Lauren sit down for a catch-up. They discuss all the latest consumer products they're obsessing over and what's to come on the next episodes of Allowlist.By Allowlist

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#314 Designing to Ship with Xalavier Nelson Jr 56:46

2M ago56:46

56:46

Dirk and David interview prolific designer and leader Xalavier Nelson Jr. They discuss Xalavier’s illustrious and busy career, focusing on his philosophy of how to ship a game as well as knowing your own capabilities. Topics include his work and inspiration for El Paso, Everywhere, how he manages to produce so many games, treating staff fairly and …

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Sound Advice: Next Gen Financial Advice w/ David Lyon 54:40

3M ago54:40

54:40

in this episode, Stef and Lauren sit down with David Lyon, co-founder of Sound Advice. Sound Advice is a subscription-based mobile app designed for a new generation of wealth-builders, offering trusted, personalized financial advice designed for those who have been left behind by traditional financial institutions and their high-priced products, he…

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ElectroBrew: The First Electrolyte Infused Coffee w/ Tim Anders 54:24

3M ago54:24

54:24

In this epsisode, Lauren and Stef sit down with Tim Anders, Founder of ElectroBrew. Electrolyte-infused coffee. If you’re the kind of person who says I love coffee, I just wish I didn’t get so dehydrated when I drink it, then you are going to love this coffee and love this conversation. ElectroBrew’s mission is to offer coffee without compromising …

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#313 Civilization Series 2 57:15

3M ago57:15

57:15

Welcome to the second episode of the series on the “Civilization” games, as well as other 4X titles. Continuing from episode one, the pair talk about the phenomenon of “One More Turn”, using overlapping progression paths, and quality life improvements for the genre. They also share their insights on the game “Humankind”, as well as how their attitu…

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52 - Devils Might Surrender | Dante Tutorial 3:47:02

3M ago3:47:02

3:47:02

The struggle against Machiavelli continues.By Nat19

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Homecourt: Turning Home-care into Self-care w/ Sarah Jahnke 49:33

3M ago49:33

49:33

In this episode, Stef and Lauren sit down with Sarah Jahnke, co-founder of Homecourt. Co-founded by Courteney Cox, Homecourt is a category-defining D2C CPG brand on a mission to inspire transformation from house to home. Homecourt infuses luxury into the every day, approaching cleaning and home care from a distinctly beauty-industry perspective. Sa…

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Opal: Jewelry that Keeps You Safe w/ Jen Chiang 42:48

3M ago42:48

42:48

In this episode, Stef and Lauren sit down with Jen Chiang, co-founder of Opal. Opal is a thoughtfully designed smart ring that provides extra safety and security. Opal’s core belief is that no matter your background, gender, race, religion, or ethnicity, safety is a fundamental human right. They aim to provide extra comfort for you to move through …

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#312 Civilization Series 1 55:31

3M ago55:31

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This episode marks the beginning of a new series focused on the Civilization series of games. Dirk and David are joined by Soren Johnson to discuss their background with the Civilization games, and how they got introduced to the series. They discuss the development of the earlier games, as well as the broader strokes of Civilization, including the …

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51 - Devils Might Surrender | Malfunction 3:12:43

3M ago3:12:43

3:12:43

The hunters attempt to regroup after being attacked by a possessed Geno Angelo, as Geno himself walks through an old memory.By Nat19

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Career Moves, Brand Favorites, & Mom Life: A Catch-up w/ Lauren and Stef 40:07

4M ago40:07

40:07

In this conversation, Lauren and Stef sit down for a quick catch-up. Lauren shares a big career update (hint: new job) and Stef provides an update on life as a mom and all the new brands she’s loving. Lauren and Stef also discuss various topics related to hair loss, hair care, red light masks, wedding planning, lifestyle brands, fashion, and upcomi…

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ShopAri: Personalized Fashion at Your Fingertips w/ Lior Cole 48:14

4M ago48:14

48:14

In this episode, Stef and Lauren sit down with Lior Cole. Lior Cole is a worldwide IMG Model who studied CS at Cornell University before dropping out to build ARI: an AI personal shopper set to revolutionize fashion. Lior discusses the consumer trend that drove her to build his company and disrupt the online shopping experience. She highlights the …

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#311 Innovating Themes with Anna Anthropy 52:45

4M ago52:45

52:45

Dirk and Kathryn Hymes meet this episode to talk with Anna Anthropy, digital and tabletop designer known for her prolific work with non-traditional themes. They discuss Anna’s career in game design, and her path into becoming an educator. Topics include why violence is an attractive game element, dealing with releasing art and it no longer being on…

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50 - Devils Might Surrender | Demon-Devil Trigger 3:30:04

4M ago3:30:04

3:30:04

The battle against Dante continues, with the party desperately trying to prove their capacity to protect Fionula - no matter what comes.By Nat19

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Exponent: Why Your Skincare Routine Needs a Refresh w/ Liz Whitman 1:07:10

4M ago1:07:10

1:07:10

In this episode, Lauren and Stef sit down with Liz Whitman, founder of Exponent Beauty, former President and CMO of The Red Door by Elizabeth Arden, and investment partner at XFactor Ventures. Liz recounts the inception of Exponent Beauty, sparked by an epiphany about the superior efficacy of freshly mixed skincare ingredients by estheticians, lead…

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Dimensional: The App That Knows You Better Than You Know Yourself w/ Saeid Fard 50:40

4M ago50:40

50:40

In this episode, Stef and Lauren sit down with Saeid Fard, the founder of Dimensional. Dimensional is a social connection app that helps you better understand yourself and connect with others. Saeid discusses the inspiration behind building a social network based on personality. He shares his background in finance and management consulting and expl…

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#310 Listener Questions 46:35

4M ago46:35

46:35

Dirk and David answer another round of listener questions! They discuss how mobile and desktop games differ, what makes a game “broken”, and tips to follow when designing around a licensed property. They also delve into design stagnation and following what was done before you, as well as when to innovate and when to iterate.…

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49 - Devils Might Surrender | Devil Hunter 4:14:48

4M ago4:14:48

4:14:48

The source of Sparda's signal from the hells is found.By Nat19

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We're Back with SZN 4! Engagements, Babies, and New Epic Founder Convos w/ Stef and Lauren 35:47

4M ago35:47

35:47

In this episode, Stef and Lauren catch up on their recent life events, including Lauren's engagement and Stef's journey into motherhood. They discuss wedding planning, consumer trends in the wedding industry, and the products they have been obsessing over. Stef also shares her birth story and reflects on the coolest and weirdest parts of motherhood…

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REWIND: How Hint Water Disrupted the Beverage Category Forever w/ Kara Goldin 45:42

5M ago45:42

45:42

This episode was originally published on December 7, 2021, on Lauren's podcast Life Snacks, but we wanted to bring it back for you. Lauren chats with Kara Goldin. Kara Goldin is the Founder and CEO of Hint, Inc., best known for its award-winning Hint water, the leading unsweetened flavored water. Her first book, Undaunted: Overcoming Doubts and Dou…

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REWIND: Scientific Skincare and Modern Beauty w/ Dr.Lara Devgan 38:41

5M ago38:41

38:41

This episode was originally published on August 31, 2021, on Lauren's podcast Life Snacks, but we wanted to bring it back for you. Lauren talks with Dr. Lara Devgan. Dr. Lara Devgan is a double board-certified, plastic & reconstructive surgeon, one of the most sought-after doctors in her industry, and the founder of the medical-grade skincare line,…

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REWIND: Taking Cookie Dough to New Heights @ Deux w/ Sabeena Ladha 52:36

5M ago52:36

52:36

This episode was originally published on December 21, 2021, on Lauren's podcast Life Snacks, but we wanted to bring it back for you. Lauren chats with Sabeena Ladha. Sabeena is the founder and CEO of Deux, the good-for-you cookie dough company that is revolutionizing the relationship between health-conscious eating and notoriously sweet foods by re…

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REWIND: Dry Bar: The Home of the Original Blow Out w/ Alli Webb 47:47

5M ago47:47

47:47

This episode was originally published on Feb 8, 2022, on Lauren's podcast Life Snacks, but we wanted to bring it back for you. Today we’re chatting with Alli Webb. Yes, that's the woman who invited the life-changing concept for a hair salon that only does 40-dollar blowouts...also known as Drybar. Alli is the cofounder of Drybar, Squeeze, Okay Huma…

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#309 Industry and Loose Leaf with Tanya X. Short 55:02

5M ago55:02

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Dirk and David are joined by Tanya X. Short, Captain of Kitfox Games. They discuss the balance between appealing to market sensibilities and following one’s own interests, and how to make them work together. They also discuss the difficulty in funding projects with non-normative themes, barriers toward funding indie games, and the unique problems a…

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REWIND: Reinventing Ski Apparel: Cute, Inclusive Designs at Halfdays w/ Ariana Ferwerda 54:44

5M ago54:44

54:44

This episode was originally published on October 14, 2021, on Stef’s podcast PM School, but we wanted to bring it back for you. Have you ever wondered what it would take to launch your own clothing line? No experience in fashion or design? No problem... Stef sits down with Halfdays Co-founder Ariana Ferwerda to take you behind the scenes from incep…

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REWIND: Breaking Barriers in Oral Care: Entrepreneurship and Equity w/ Brittany Stewart 48:52

5M ago48:52

48:52

This episode was originally published on March 10, 2022, on Stef’s podcast PM School, but we wanted to bring it back for you. Brittany Stewart is the co-founder and President of Burst Oral Care, an affordable, subscription oral care company recommended to you by your most trusted dental professionals. She and her co-founder Hamish are turning an ou…

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REWIND: Breaking Taboos in Period Care w/ Lauren Schulte Wang 47:17

5M ago47:17

47:17

This episode was originally published on January 27, 2022, on Stef’s podcast PM School, but we wanted to bring it back for you. Our next guest, Lauren Schulte Wang, is the CEO & Founder of Flex… Lauren founded Flex because she wanted to help people with periods thrive, which means menstrual products are just the beginning. She and her growing team …

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REWIND: GEM: Cultivating Better Health for People and Planet w/ Sara Cullen 48:12

5M ago48:12

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This episode was originally published on May 5, 2022, on Stef’s podcast PM School, but we wanted to bring it back for you. Have you ever wondered if there were clues from childhood pointing you in the direction you’ve always been meant to head? Sara Cullen wrote a letter to herself in third grade saying she wanted to be a baker when she grew up. Af…

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REWIND: Transforming the Yoga Scene: The Ritual Hot Yoga Experience w/ Lindsey Kaalberg 58:29

5M ago58:29

58:29

This episode was originally published on August 19, 2021, on Stef’s podcast PM School, but we wanted to bring it back for you. It’s been called the SOUL Cycle of Yoga. With all-inclusive studios in San Francisco & Chicago, Ritual Hot Yoga is disrupting the yoga industry. From the yoga studio experience to the practice to the business philosophy tha…

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#308 Narrative AI with Emily Short 51:12

5M ago51:12

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Dirk and David are joined by legendary interactive fiction writer and creative director of Failbetter Games Emily Short. The trio discuss Emily’s career, her contributions to interactive fiction, and some of her thoughts on both traditional game AI and modern generative AI. Topics include modeling relationships in games, player psychology and how m…

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#307 Roundtable with Soren Johnson 52:11

6M ago52:11

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Dirk and David are joined by Soren Johnson, friend of the show and founder of Mohawk Games. The trio answers questions and design problems from the community, and follow up on recent episodes. Topics include achievements and collectables, the importance of having an art style, when to innovate and when to fall back on convention, and how to integra…

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48 - Devils Might Surrender | The Final Test of the Goddess 3:45:47

6M ago3:45:47

3:45:47

The hunters engage in the goddess's final test.By Nat19

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47 - Devils Might Surrender | Face Your Failures 3:44:13

6M ago3:44:13

3:44:13

Entering into the border of hell, the hunters head toward a distant floating structure.By Nat19

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46 - Devils Might Surrender | Communication System 2:19:20

6M ago2:19:20

2:19:20

The party enters the central Adrammalech cathedral to identify why the floating city is still operating.By Nat19

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#306 A Highland Song with Jon Ingold 57:30

6M ago57:30

57:30

Dirk and David are joined by Jon Ingold, narrative designer and co-founder of Inkle Studios. They discuss Inkle’s newly released video game A Highland Song, centered around exploration, discovery, and engaging the human form within nature. They discuss the mechanics around rewarding and incentivizing players in an exploration game, ways to hide the…

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Wile: Revolutionizing Women's Wellness & Hormonal Health w/ Julie Kucinski 49:50

6M ago49:50

49:50

Sit down with Julie Kucinski, founder of Wile. Co-conspirator to entrepreneurs, founders, outliers, and changemakers. Julie has focused her work years of work on positioning, innovation, brand story & market opportunity for top CPG brands. In this episode, we get into: The need in the market for products and supplements for women over 40 The truth …

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6M ago1:50

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Reinventing Happy Hour: The New Bar's Approach to the Post-Alcohol Fun w/Brianda Gonzalez 55:15

7M ago55:15

55:15

Sit down with Brianda Gonzalez: Founder and CEO of The New Bar – the alcohol-free drink discovery platform you’ve read about in Forbes that features Curated products, tips, and tools to help you drink less and who’s tasting room and retail location you can now visit in Venice, California: In this episode, we get into: How The New Bar defines “Post-…

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#305 Thirsty Suitors with Chandana Ekanayake 53:34

7M ago53:34

53:34

Dirk and David are joined by Chandana Ekanayake, Game Director of Outerloop Games and long-time designer. They discuss Eka’s newly released Thirsty Suitors, a turn-based adventure game centering around culture, relationships, family, and self-expression. They discuss Eka’s career, Outerloop’s titles, and what makes Thirsty Suitors so special. Topic…

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