Best Fine Furniture Podcasts (2024)

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Music Icon Dyana Williams and the Making of Black Music Month 41:21

19d ago41:21

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Arriving in Philadelphia after deejaying in her native New York and Washington D.C., where she was known for a time as “Ebony Moonbeams,” Dyana Williams established the popular radio show “Love on the Menu” for radio station WDAS and later Soulful Sundays for Classix 107.9. The latter show lasting for 12 years before signing off for the last time i…

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Facing Our Interfaces: Matías Duarte, Google 44:42

2M ago44:42

44:42

This season begins with a special series celebrating ten years since the launch of Material Design, which will explore the inception, evolution, and future of Google’s design approach. The first episode features the founder of Material Design and Design VP Matías Duarte, whose work on the system has pushed design forward at Google and across device…

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Thavius Beck discusses his journey through music, from the Golden Age of LA’s Hip-Hop underground, to an assistant professorship at Berklee NYC 1:47:17

6M ago1:47:17

1:47:17

Thavius Beck’s story started in Minneapolis and led him to California, into the Golden age of Los Angeles’ underground Hip-Hop culture through legendary venues like The Good Life, Project Blowed and Low End Theory. Emerging as a respected producer, emcee and electronic music performer, Thavius continued to walk the road laid out for him by his crea…

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How Artist Candice Luter is Creating Home Through Her Work in Furniture and Design 1:50:30

10M ago1:50:30

1:50:30

Candice Luter is an Iowa-based furniture designer and artist, creating furnishings and accessories for the home that are a perfect balance of beauty and functionality. The latest artist to join the AphroChic Art Shop, Candice is using design as something transformative for herself, while also creating a safe space for women in the furniture design …

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James Beard Award Winning Chef, JJ Johnson, Discusses African Diaspora Food Culture and His Harlem Restaurant, Fieldtrip 57:11

11M ago57:11

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We’re revisiting our summer of 2020 conversation with one of New York’s most prominent chefs, JJ Johnson, that was held on Instagram Live. We discussed the James Beard Award winning chef’s heroic work feeding those in need during lockdown and his focus on developing a creative ecosystem that supports Black farmers, restaurants and consumers.…

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Canary Islands Fine Art Photographer Fares Micue Discusses Her Exclusive New Collection with AphroChic 1:16:58

12M ago1:16:58

1:16:58

Spanish fine art photographer Fares Micue's surreal photographs literally transport the viewer to new worlds. Over the past year, AphroChic has worked on a an exclusive collection with Fares. Created in the Canary Islands as well as featuring images from her latest trip to Korea, we speak with the photographer about the new pieces and the inspirati…

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Exoplanetary 034 - Ashes to Ashes 51:47

12M ago51:47

51:47

Exoplanetary Episode 34 - Ashes to Ashes As the space station crumbles around the Wolvertons and their friends, Alice sees a fateful opportunity. This is the fourth of four parts. CAST Firiel Elliot as Alice Wolverton David Loftus as Ben Wolverton Wynee Hu as Cassandra Wolverton Bobby Eversmann as Brother Dustin Stephanie Leet as Mother Invention a…

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Exoplanetary 033 - Castling 38:33

1y ago38:33

38:33

Chaturanga reveals itself at long last. Will the Wolvertons survive the encounter? This is the third of four parts. CAST Firiel Elliot as Alice Wolverton David Loftus as Ben Wolverton Wynee Hu as Cassandra Wolverton Bobby Eversmann as Brother Dustin Stephanie Leet as Mother Invention and Mother Vinegar Skye Stafford as Amelia Earhart Stephanie "Ste…

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Exoplanetary 032 - Baby, Baby, Baby, You're Out of Time 38:38

1y ago38:38

38:38

Who is responsible for the murders on board Cortez One? The Wolvertons and their friends investigate. This is the second of four parts. CAST Firiel Elliot as Alice Wolverton David Loftus as Ben Wolverton Wynee Hu as Cassandra Wolverton Bobby Eversmann as Brother Dustin Stephanie Leet as Mother Invention and Mother Vinegar Skye Stafford as Amelia Ea…

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Exoplanetary 031 - Doctor Handsome (or How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love Exoplanetary) 32:29

1y ago32:29

32:29

A science conference draws the Wolverton family together aboard the space station Cortez One. This is the first of four parts. CAST Firiel Elliot as Alice Wolverton David Loftus as Ben Wolverton C. Christopher Hart as Calvert Wolverton Bobby Eversmann as Brother Dustin Stephanie Leet as Mother Invention Skye Stafford as Amelia Earhart/Failed Scient…

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114. Design is a bumhole 1:05:24

1y ago1:05:24

1:05:24

Hello. Welcome to our first episode of 2023! We're the Didi and Gogo of podcasting. So while we wait for Godot come and rummage with us through the dustbin of design and pop culture detritus. No news this week as we're just wittering on about what we've been up to. Here's some links to things we spoke about. Visit Rob at Thoughtbubble The Mountains…

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Christa Barfield of FarmerJawn in Philadelphia Is Here to Remind Us that Agriculture Is Part of the Culture 1:03:15

1y ago1:03:15

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Christa Barfield is the founder of FarmerJawn. The agricultural center in the Philadelphia region is focused on regenerative farming practices and reclaiming the legacy of Black farming. Christa shares her incredible story with us - leaving her job in health care administration and embracing a new perspective that quickly connected her to the socia…

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Sculptor Jessica Jean-Baptiste Reflects on Her Creative Journey and Exclusive Collection for AphroChic 1:03:28

1y ago1:03:28

1:03:28

Haitian-born, New York sculptor Jessica Jean-Baptiste, sits down with us to discuss her practice, her evolution as an artist and her exclusive collection for the AphroChic Art Shop. In the tradition of artists such as Edmonia Lewis, Elizabeth Catlett and Augusta Savage, Baptiste's latest works, The Keisha and Jamal Busts are a celebration of the be…

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You Don’t Need Breadboard Ends – Ask TWW

1+ y ago

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Bandsaw buying advice, Do I need breadboard ends?, Problems with dowels, Update on wood storage racks, Heavy Duty Vertical Racks, Best representation of wood in video games?By The Wood Whisperer

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You Don’t Need Breadboard Ends – Ask TWW

1+ y ago

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Bandsaw buying advice, Do I need breadboard ends?, Problems with dowels, Update on wood storage racks, Heavy Duty Vertical Racks, Best representation of wood in video games?By The Wood Whisperer

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Designing Better Code: Connie Shi + Matvei Malkov, Google Material Design 42:08

1+ y ago42:08

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Liam speaks with Googlers Connie Shi, a software engineer on Material Design, and Matvei Malkov, a software engineer on Jetpack Compose, and the trio unpack what makes coding a creative practice, and which creative choices are required when you build a design system for other developers around the world. The wide-ranging conversation turns from com…

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Giacomo Ciufoli - Master Jewellery Designer 59:09

1+ y ago59:09

59:09

In this episode we chat with Giacomo Ciufoli who is known for embracing the unusual and showcasing the rarest gemstones, resulting in jewellery that commands attention for its originality and confidence. From his initial career as a commercial pilot, Giacomo changed course to become a jewellery designer of distinction. His new route has led him to …

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Chef Rock Harper is Changing the Chicken Sandwich Game, Served with a Side of History and Respect 1:20:17

1+ y ago1:20:17

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If you’re a fan of reality cooking shows, chances are you know who Rock Harper is. In 2007 he exploded onto the the public stage as the season 3 winner of Gordon Ramsay’s popular Hell’s Kitchen competition. Since then Rock’s career has flourished, culminating in the opening of Queen Mother’s. But where many of the giants in the chicken game lean on…

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How Fonts Change the World: Dave Crossland, Google Fonts 36:57

1+ y ago36:57

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Liam and Google Fonts Specialist Dave Crossland explore what digital type can teach us about digital production, emotional expression, and where we fit in the world as designers; and how – with a little imagination – we might unlock new possibilities. 📑 Read a full transcript 📻 Subscribe to Design Notes…

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Clip: Can we as Indians Adapt to Minimalism? #ColourNext 2:04

1+ y ago2:04

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n this clip, Beautiful Homes Editor in Chief Manju Sara Rajan, speaks with our host Rachana about realistic challenges of Minimalism in India. Please listen to the whole episode to know more about Colour Next by Asian PaintsBy Beautiful Homes

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Classical musician Lara Downes takes us inside her reflections on the music of Scott Joplin. 55:37

1+ y ago55:37

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We sit down with Lara Downes, who’s star currently shines in the world of classical music as one of its most innovative figures and most energetic activists. Lara shares the inspiration behind her latest work, Reflections: Scott Joplin Reconsidered, a modern reflection on Joplin’s musical legacy. Along the way we explore her own musical journey, th…

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Clip: 2023 Interior Design Trends #ColourNext 3:30

1+ y ago3:30

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In this clip, Beautiful Homes Editor in Chief Manju Sara Rajan, speaks with our host Rachana about 2023's top design trends to look for. Please listen to the whole episode to know more about Colour Next by Asian PaintsBy Beautiful Homes

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Bringing back colour into your home décor. And celebrating 20 years of Asian Paints ColourNext 42:02

1+ y ago42:02

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In this episode, we are discussing why neutral has come to signify elegance today, why is the world not a riot of colours it used to be, and why have Indians become afraid of colour in our homes. It is also the best time to have a conversation about colour because Asian Paints is announcing the Colour Of The Year and the decor trends for 2023 this …

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Clip: How to clean your wood furniture at home 2:03

1+ y ago2:03

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Furniture Designer Tony talks about how to maintain the wood furniture and what all need to take care in the cleaning process.By Beautiful Homes

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Clip: Furniture Designer Tony talks about Tools required for DIY 3:12

1+ y ago3:12

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In this clip, Tony talks to Rachana about, what all tools are required to star the DIY process, they explore what to buy and most importantly, what not to buy. Tune into the episode 5 to listen to the whole conversation.By Beautiful Homes

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Coding (and Decoding) Social Spaces: Judith Donath, Founder, MIT Sociable Media Group 36:46

1+ y ago36:46

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In this episode, Liam speaks with Judith Donath, the founder of MIT’s Sociable Media Lab, inventor of e-cards, and author of The Social Machine: Designs for Living Online. Donath’s work offers crucial insights into the sociality of digital products and platforms, and the opportunities we have as digital producers to make things that truly meet soci…

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Richard Brunning - Co-Founder of Bad Obsession Motorsport 1:10:38

1+ y ago1:10:38

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Richard Brunning is the Co-Founder of Bad Obsession Motorsport and Co-Host of the enormously successful YouTube channel of the same name. Closing in on 50 million views, the channel takes on automotive projects with a unique style that is informative and entertaining. We chat with Richard about Project Binky, motor racing, life, music and all thing…

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Furniture Designer Tony Kordolia on choosing the best wood for your furniture 41:30

1+ y ago41:30

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Which type off wood is the longest lasting? Why mango wood is not the best idea for your furniture? How can you DIY simple pieces for your home? We asked Tony Kordolia, head of production at the Goa-based brand Josmo Studio, everything we could think of about wood and furniture. We also asked him about his unusual journey from MTV Roadies to indust…

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Kim Ryrie – Influencing the Sound of the World’s Biggest Artists 1:26:49

1+ y ago1:26:49

1:26:49

Kim Ryrie – Influencing the Sound of the World’s Biggest Artists Kim Ryrie is a visionary entrepreneur, who pioneered the use of computers and digital technology in music and film. Starting out of a basement in Sydney, Kim and his team created the world’s first digital sampling synthesiser, which would go on to alter the course of contemporary musi…

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Clip: Production Designer Amrita on Making the Film Set Looking like a Home 2:59

1+ y ago2:59

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In this clip, Rachana asks Amrita on What are few things you keep in mind to make a film set visually look like a home?By Beautiful Homes

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Clip: Production Designer Amrita on Interior Design 3:20

1+ y ago3:20

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In this clip, production designer Amrita talks about process of taking the personality from the brief and implementing it on a Film Set.By Beautiful Homes

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113. CRYPTO CHANCERS 59:08

1+ y ago59:08

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Rob has written to his MP and Ministers about AI art and the rights of illustrators. Jon remains wracked with self doubt and incertitude. Yes, it's another cheery episode of the podcast that is and isn't about design! Studiomate Steve illustration podcast Tales from the Quarantine anthology Kickstarter shenanigans Open Press Project 3D printed pres…

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Production Designer Amrita Mahal on using your personality as the starting point for your mood board 44:48

1+ y ago44:48

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From Brahmastra and Kalank to Yeh Jawani Hai Deewani and Wake Up Sid, in her stellar career as an art director Amrita Mahal Nakai has made movies of every scale and size look beautiful. How different or similar is set design from home design? What does she bring from her own life experiences to décor? Bollywood’s favourite production designer Amrit…

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Clip: Lavanya Mohan on 'How to Save your Monthly Income?' 1:17

1+ y ago1:17

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This episode takes the conversation from designing the home to running a household—it includes questions related to finances and the home that you always wanted answers to bit didn’t know who to ask.By Beautiful Homes

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Fearless Design: Aline Borges, The Florist 28:36

1+ y ago28:36

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Liam speaks with Aline Borges, a Zürich-based floral designer who’s made the leap from fashion coordination for magazines like Vogue and Harper’s Bazaar to independent floral design and installations. The conversation covers what it’s like to move between different creative fields (and countries), how to think about composition to tackle almost any…

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Financial consultant Lavanya Mohan on wise budgeting for the household 48:58

1+ y ago48:58

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This episode takes the conversation from designing the home to running a household—it includes every question related to finances and the home that you always wanted answers to bit didn’t know who to ask. Get expert advice from Chartered Accountant Lavanya Mohan on planning a budget for your daily needs and for your indulgences, dealing with inflat…

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112. Always make all the bacon 1:03:17

1+ y ago1:03:17

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I'm sure that there have been more Prime Ministers this year than North v South episodes and it's all Rob's fault. But here we are again; talking about the state of Twitter and what the alternatives are, as well as the usual design news and things on our desks. Jack Harrison's Koriko game on Kickstarter Jon Hicks's website Hoxton Street Monster Sup…

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Clip: Sarah Sham on Buying Vs. Renting Furniture 1:25

1+ y ago1:25

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On this episode we have an expert Sarah Sham, to answer all your rental home related questions. She is full of simple tips, ideas and hacks on making your rental home look and feel like your dream home while working on a budget.By Beautiful Homes

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Designer Sarah Sham on decorating your rental home on a budget 34:33

1+ y ago34:33

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What are the things you should be looking at in a house before renting it? Is it possible to give a brand-new look to the bathroom on a budget? Which furniture pieces are worth buying, and which ones should you just rent? On this episode we have an expert to answer all your rental home related questions. Sarah Sham is the principal designer at Essa…

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⏮️ How Machines Help Us See Ourselves: Harvey Moon, New Media Artist 30:59

1+ y ago30:59

30:59

In this episode, we revisit a conversation from Season 1 with new media artist Harvey Moon, recorded in his San Francisco studio. Liam and Harvey discuss how Moon’s work reveals unseen properties of the world around us, the process of creating one’s own creative tools, and the kind of art that’s only made possible through collaboration with machine…

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Clip: Devika Narain on Diwali vs Christmas Decorations for your home 2:25

1+ y ago2:25

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We sat Devika down to get her expert opinion on flowers, table settings, balcony decorations, sustainable décor ideas, party games and everything that goes behind making celebrations at home with friends and family not just fun, but also beautiful. If you are planning a Diwali card party or a Christmas/New Year bash in your home, this is the episod…

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Devika Narain on getting your home party ready for the coming season 27:54

2y ago27:54

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We are launching season two of the Let’s Talk Décor bang in the middle of the festive season. Which means we are in the thick of shopping, decorating, feasting and of course entertaining. If you are planning a Diwali card party or a Christmas/New Year bash in your home, this is the episode to listen to. Our first guest this season is India’s best-k…

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We are back with Season 2 1:25

2y ago1:25

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Welcome to Season 2 of Let's Talk Decor Podcast with our new host Rachana Nakra. In this season, we continue to bring you the most relevant and relatable conversations on decor and design. Stay tuned for our new episodes, releasing every alternate Thursday.By Beautiful Homes

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The Impact of Shared Space: Ignacio Ciocchini, Public Furniture Designer 44:44

2y ago44:44

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Liam speaks with streetscape and public space designer Ignacio Ciocchini, who’s created much of the public furniture that New Yorkers encounter every single day – from benches that provide personal space, to entire built landscapes for Bryant Park, to chargers for electric vehicles and more. The conversation ranges from the materiality of the built…

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111. What is kibbled onion? 1:00:20

2y ago1:00:20

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In which we bid farewell to a truly great illustrator Kim Jung Gi.We talk about how much daily graft do we put into our creative lives and are we satisfied by the output?Other news includes LEGO and D&D, Lucian Freud at the National, Bonnier Books logo, GDPR nightmare, Andy Budd's world of wisdom, followed by the ying and yang of pies. RIP Kim Jung…

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