A comical look at life and various everyday topics examined by the twenty/thirty-somethingish Chris Ventura from Southern California--with the random assistance of various friend co-hosts and crew, produced in the style of FM talk radio.
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From social media influencers to small local businesses, people everywhere are harnessing the power of creative tools to design not just brands and content, but also deeply satisfying careers. In the Making explores the practical challenges and surprising rewards of working in this new creator economy. Join Adobe’s Teresa Au for conversations with content creators, solopreneurs, and industry experts who offer inspiration and insight for combining creativity, community, and business.
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61. Shirlvin Desir - Rivals 62. Lecrae, Scootie Wop - Add It Up 63. Jor'Dan Armstrong - Energy 64. Dee-1 - Your Story is Your Glory 65. Toyalove, Angie Rose, Wande - Encore 66. Jon Keith - Pleez 67. Ollie Rich - Pray For Me 68. Planetshakers - Rejoice 69. Latrice Pace - Don't Give up (Down South Mix) 70. Mission - Marvelous 71. Miles Minnick, DKG KIE - Revival Kit 72. Don Ready - Workout 73. Leon Anderson - 4AM in LA 74. Caleb Gordon - Yesterday Is Gone 75. Jay-Way - Stuck In My Head 76. Pla ...
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Ben Korn and Chris Welter dissect the fantasy impact of each week of baseball and how you can make your lineups better.
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A podcast focusing on all things Scooby-Doo!
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BONUS Creative Connection Live with Jack Watson and Dewey Saunders
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For this bonus episode, host Teresa Au shares chats hosted by her Adobe colleagues Kladi Vergine and Elise Swopes. First we hear from Jack Watson, a brand designer, solopreneur, and social media star–all at just 21 years old. Jack shares how he discovered design tools, his foray into concert promotion, and how an international retailer found his wo…
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Teresa Au chats with artist Shantell Martin about how not fitting in–growing up in London, going to art school, and living in Japan–forced her to really know herself and launched her creative career. Shantell’s trademark continuous line art represents her quest to understand what makes us each unique, and to find ways for us to connect to one anoth…
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BONUS: Live from Adobe MAX London with Margot Bowman and Rachel Sale
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For this bonus episode, host Teresa Au shares talks from Adobe MAX London, Adobe’s flagship event in Europe for learning and inspiration. First we hear from Rachel Sale, a UK-based illustrator who is currently an Adobe Creative Resident at London's Victoria and Albert Museum. Rachel shares what it’s like to actually work in a museum, have access to…
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The Thrill of Half-Baked Ideas with Kelli Anderson
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Tell us a little bit about yourself so we know who we're serving and what you're looking for from In the Making: adobe.ly/itmsurvey Teresa Au chats with artist and designer Kelli Anderson on all the things transformation, from Kelli’s paper engineering work that turns paper into a record or a camera to the shifting revenue streams she’s embraced ov…
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Be Kind to Your Mind with Psychotherapist Sarah Ahmed
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We want to hear from YOU, our listeners, so we put together a brief survey. We'd appreciate your thoughts: https://adobe.ly/itmsurvey To thank you for your feedback, we’re giving away two 12-month memberships to Creative Cloud (valued at $659.88 each). Enter for your chance to win one of the two Creative Cloud licenses by completing the survey form…
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Teresa Au chats with author, speaker, and entrepreneur Michael Ventura about what empathy really is and how it can help your design work and your business. Michael describes applied empathy–the idea that empathy isn’t just putting yourself in someone else’s shoes–it’s about better understanding what it’s like to be someone else in their own shoes. …
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In the Making kicks off season two with Teresa Au interviewing Vanessa Rivera of The Life of AIVAX about her whimsical Photoshop art and how she balances a time-consuming creative career with a family as a working mom. Vanessa talks about creative tools that save her time in her work, how she and her family left their home to travel in Europe for a…
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Season 2 is almost here! In the Making explores the challenges and rewards of working in the creator economy. Subscribe now to join host Teresa Au as she talks to creatives, soloprenuers, and experts to find out how they thrive at work–and how you can, too! Teresa Au (@tautastic) is an executive for community engagement at Adobe, where she focuses …
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052| Interview with Valerio Ventura
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On this episode I am pleased to welcome to the show artist, designer, director, and author, Valerio Ventura! Valerio's career in animation spans over 30 years but he is probably best known today for his work on the DC SUPER HERO GIRLS show, winning a Daytime Emmy in 2014 for his work on MICKEY MOUSE, and serving as the Art Director on two sesons of…
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APNSD! welcomes cartoonist, podcaster, teacher, and Toth enthusiast, Paul Fricke, to the show! Paul is well-versed in the career and work of Alex Toth, a legendary comic book artist as well as a designer and storyboard artist at Hanna-Barbera for 15 years. Paul joins me on the show to discuss Toth's life and art and his seminal contributions to sat…
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Teresa Au chats with Emmy-winning design superstar Chris Do about his pivot from design to teaching, his education platform The Futur, and all the things he didn’t learn in design school. You’ll hear all about how Chris’ 2M+ social followers inspire his content, and Chris answers questions from design students. Plus, Chris opens up about why now is…
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Inspiration is on tap as Teresa Au speaks to graphic designer, entrepreneur, and author Aaron Draplin. Known as much for his warm and direct personality as for his signature thick lines design style and ample use of Pantone Orange 21, Aaron is beloved by designers everywhere. Aaron shares lessons gleaned from his midwestern upbringing, nearly 20 ye…
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Unfolding Your Money Story with Berna Anat
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What’s it like to pay off $50,000 in debt, ditch your 9-to-5, travel the world, create educational content, and build community in the process? Teresa Au speaks to Financial Hype Woman and content creator Berna Anat about how she did all that and how she’s planning for tomorrow. Berna also shares how our emotional relationship with money impacts ou…
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Whether it’s leaving the comfort of a steady paycheck to pursue photography, or checking out the possibilities of AI, sometimes the greatest rewards lie on the other side of fear. Teresa Au speaks to photographer Tobi Shinobi about his first career in law, making a name on Instagram, and why drone photography is so peaceful. Tobi also shares his pe…
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Ph.D. Kimoni JUST GOSPEL Volume 149 09-28-23
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1. The Full Gospel Baptist Church Fellowship - Prayer 2. Planetshakers - Worthy Is The Lamb 3. VaShawn Mitchell - See The Goodness 4. VaShawn Mitchell - See The Goodness (Reprise) 5. Taneisha Upperman - Amazed 6. Taneisha Upperman - Amazed (Reprise) 7. Phil Wickham - The Jesus Way 8. William McDowell, Nicole Binion, & Dunsin Oyekan - The Promise 9.…
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Don’t Quit Your Day Job with Miranda Wong
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When is it better to keep your side hustle on the side, and stay with your day job? Teresa Au speaks to UX designer-by-day, illustrator-by-night Miranda Wong about the pros and cons of working a second shift in a creative field. Miranda shares her strategies for time management, why her illustration business makes her better at her day job, and the…
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For small business owners and creators, building your brand is the way to show the world what makes you great and why they should care. Teresa Au speaks to personal branding expert and content creator Phil Pallen about developing an authentic and consistent brand that will help you reach your goals. Phil explains why branding isn’t just about looki…
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Go Big AND Go Home with Yowie's Shannon Maldonado
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When a new creative venture is percolating in your mind, it might make sense to move to a more affordable or more nurturing area. Teresa Au speaks to Shannon Maldonado, who quit fashion design and New York to head home to Philadelphia and start her business YOWIE–it began as an online shop, and is now a design studio, store, and hotel. Shannon shar…
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Whether you want to score brand influencer deals or promote a small business, a successful social media strategy needs to reach your audience in their favorite places. Teresa Au speaks to marketing expert and creator Jon Youshaei for tips on making social media content creation pay off for you. Jon shares insights from his years working for YouTube…
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Resisting Perfectionism with Misha Blaise
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As a creator, sometimes you can be your own worst enemy! Perfectionism, negative self-talk, and fear block the creative process and keep you from doing your best work. Teresa Au speaks to writer and illustrator Misha Blaise, author of the books This Phenomenal Life and Breathe Deep, for guidance on how to keep perfectionism at bay. Misha shares how…
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365 Chances to Change Your Life with Puno
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When it’s time to make a change in your creative career, how do you figure out what you want to do next? Can you start your own business? What are your deal breakers and dealmakers? Use the principles of design to create a career you love. Teresa Au speaks to Puno, a web designer, content creator, and the founder of online education platform ilovec…
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Khoi Vinh, host of Wireframe, hands over the Adobe podcast feed to Teresa Au, host of the new podcast In the Making. Khoi and Teresa talk about finding great stories in design, the rise of the creator economy, and what even is a slashie? Learn more about this podcast, and find transcripts and links, at adobe.ly/inthemaking. In the Making is brought…
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Scooby-Doo! Mansion Mayhem Interview with Stephanie Eddleman
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On the latest episode of the podcast I sit down and chat with the exhibit developer who put together the Scooby-Doo! Mansion Mayhem exhibit for the Children's Museum of Indianapolis, Stephanie Eddleman. Never miss an episode! Subscribe to the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, and all good podcatchers. Check out the Official Site If you'd li…
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The Apocalypse Variations feat. ChrisCross
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The podcast returns with a new audio edition of The Apocalypse Variations featuring comic book artist, ChrisCross, who contributed the artwork to the cover of SCOOBY APOCALYPSE #32 as well as many other projects over the course of his 30-plus year career. Never miss an episode! Subscribe to the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, and all good…
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APNSD! Presents "Scooby-Doo & Friends: Exciting Christmas Stories" (1978)
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On this holiday episode of the podcast we present the long out-of-print Scooby-Doo and Friends christmas album from Peter Pan Records. Featured are two classic audio dramas starring the voice cast from the television series, The Mystery of the Missing Santa and Trouble at Santa's Workshop. So cozy on up to the fire, grab some hot cocoa, and enjoy S…
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APNSD! welcomes award-winning composer, songwriter, and producer, Ryan Shore, to the show! Ryan has contributed fabulous scores for three of the direct-to-video Scooby movies including the most current film in the series, Trick or Treat, Scooby-Doo! Get comfortable and settle in as Ryan and I talk music, process, soundtracks, and, of course, Scooby…
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049| Interview with Ivan Cohen and Sholly Fisch
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Comic book writers, Ivan Cohen and Sholly Fisch, join me on the podcast to talk about their experiences writing for the Scooby-Doo licensed books, including their Batman/Scooby-Doo Mysteries series, as well as working in the world of all-ages comics, and filling us in on what to expect from Batman/Scooby-Doo volume two! Never miss an episode! Subsc…
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Deja Foxx and Carly Ayres Help Avie Daisy Designs Launch a Rebrand
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Mickaela Allison-Aliifua has big plans to grow her brand beyond just pet collars. Check out her work on Facebook and Instagram, and watch how she evolves her design and product line from “Avie Daisy Designs” to “Keiki’s Collection”. We pair Mickaela with Deja Foxx, a fierce and inspiring online activist, strategist and influencer. Deja talks about …
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Philip Wang and Karlei Ayers Help Hangover Coffee Personalize Their Brand
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Natalie Ma and Melody Jung are roommates-turned-business partners who founded Hangover Coffee. Find the brand on Instagram, TikTok and Facebook. They’re big fans of Philip Wang, so we bring him in to offer advice. He’s the co-founder of Wong Fu Productions and owner of Bopomofo, a bubble tea cafe in San Gabriel, California. They talk about the bene…
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Hilton Carter and Kyle Webster Help Plant Man P Design for a Split Audience
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This episode profiles Jon Perdomo, co-founder of Plant Man P, as he tries to marry his two seemingly disparate passions and audiences: street wear and houseplants. You can find Jon on Instagram and YouTube. Jon is paired with his hero in the plant styling space: Hilton Carter. Hilton talks about his own journey of starting out, and how he navigates…
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Ellen Bennett and Schessa Garbutt Help Latinx Therapy's Founder Refresh Her Brand
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Adriana Alejandre is a therapist working to break the stigma of mental health in the Latinx community by making mental health services more accessible. Find her on Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, TikTok or listen to her podcast. We pair Adriana with Ellen Marie Bennett of Hedley & Bennett, an apron & cookware company known for their iconic ampersand …
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Be Cool, Scooby-Doo! producer and showrunner, Zac Moncrief joins me on the podcast to talk about his career in animation and spearheading one of the most divisive (but really kind of brilliant) iterations of the franchise to break out into the wild. Never miss an episode! Subscribe to the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, and all good podca…
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Chris Do and Elaine Lopez Teach Juliana Cifuentes How to Educate Homebuyers
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For some content design tips, we pair Juliana with Chris Do. He’s a podcaster, and the founder of The Futur Academy—an online education platform with the mission of ‘teaching 1 billion people how to make a living doing what they love.’ Watch his videos on YouTube, and find him on Instagram and Twitter. Elaine Lopez brings pro designer knowledge to …
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Courtney Quinn and Brandon Groce Help Will on a Whim Rethink His Website
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This episode pairs Will with Courtney Quinn - a prolific online content producer you might know as Color Me Courtney. Find her on Instagram, TikTok and YouTube. Courtney used her own website as inspiration to help Will think through color theory, and how different tones and shades could prompt consumer behavior on the merch page. For a professional…
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This is Wireframe: Designed for Small Business
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Design plays a big role in shaping how we buy, how we sell, and how we support the businesses we believe in. Meet six young entrepreneurs struggling to brand their small business. We pair them with successful creators who share secrets to designing content that gets noticed. Then we meet a professional designer who offers design tips and advice to …
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I am pleased as punch to be welcoming producer and showrunner, Chris Bailey, to the podcast. On this episode of the show, Chris talks about his career in animation, visual effects, and more specifically, producing and running the latest television iteration of everyone's favourite mystery gang, Scooby-Doo! and Guess Who? Never miss an episode! Subs…
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On this episode of the podcast I speak with background designer and art director, Cheryl Johnson, about her experiences working on two seasons of the irreverent, divisive, and vastly underappreciated Scooby series, Be Cool, Scooby-Doo. Visit Cheryl's website at CBJART Online. Never miss an episode! Subscribe to the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, …
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045| Interview with Ernie Altbacker
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Writer, Ernie Altbacker, joins me on the podcast to talk about crafting the screenplay for the Scooby-Doo and WWE: Curse of the Speed Demon direct-to-video movie. We also discuss some of Ernie's early career in writing for animation as well as his most recent contributions to the DC Animated Universe, Constantine: House of Mystery, currently availa…
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Writer/producer, Heath Corson, joins me on the podcast for a career-spanning chat delving into his experiences contributing to two of the LEGO Scooby-Doo movies, his writing for Atom Ant and Magilla Gorilla for the DC/HB imprint of comic books, and so much more! Never miss an episode! Subscribe to the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, and a…
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"A Bicycle Built For Boo!" Isolated Commentary Track with Charles M. Howell IV
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Returning guest and friend of the show, Charles M. Howell IV, joins me to lay down an exclusive audio commentary track for the 1988 premiere episode of the eighth series in the franchise, A Pup Named Scooby-Doo. Never miss an episode! Subscribe to the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, and all good podcatchers. Check out the Official Site If…
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The Apocalypse Variations feat. Jill Thompson
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The wonderful and talented, Jill Thompson, joins me on the podcast to chat about art, process, comics, and, of course, Scooby-Doo! Never miss an episode! Subscribe to the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, and all good podcatchers. Check out the Official Site If you'd like to join the conversation follow us on Facebook or Twitter More info a…
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Writer, Morgan Baden, joins Mike on the podcast to talk about her work on the Daphne and Velma Scholastic book series, her history with Scooby-Doo, and writing for licensed properties. Never miss an episode! Subscribe to the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, and all good podcatchers. Check out the Official Site If you'd like to join the con…
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Straight Outta Nowhere Interview with Marty Grabstein!
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Marty Grabstein, voice of Courage the Cowardly Dog, joins me on the podcast to have a conversation about revisiting his signature character now appearing in the latest, and possibly kookiest, Scooby-Doo D2V movie, Straight Outta Nowhere: Scooby-Doo Meets Courage the Cowardly Dog. Music: "Game of Life" (Andy Sturmer) Never miss an episode! Subscribe…
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Why We Love to Hate Comic Sans and the Return of Fonts with Personality
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If Comic Sans showed up at a house party, would it be welcome or shown the door? In this episode, the Wireframe team parties down with a wild array of fonts, good and bad, to learn about the rise of novelty typefaces like Comic Sans and the proliferation of the now all-too-familiar geometric sans serif typeface. They’ll find out what the popularity…
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How do designers use data visualization to take the numb out of numbers?
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Do you know what “flatten the curve” means? If so it’s likely in part due to the hard work by data visualization designers over the last year. Our society is now more data driven than ever; as everything is quantified, counted, and dumped into spreadsheets, and it’s easy to be overwhelmed by numbers. Data visualization designers work to sort throug…
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Why are package designers rethinking the box?
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Do you keep your iPhone boxes—or toss them? This simple question sparked a heated debate on Twitter earlier this year that, at its heart, is really about the role that the design of packaging plays in our lives. At the same time, online shopping keeps gaining huge momentum, especially during the pandemic. And that’s changing how we interact with th…
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How can designers support the fight for racial justice?
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The Black Lives Matter movement has mobilized countless people all over the world in the urgent fight for true racial justice and equality, one of the most important issues of our time. In this episode, host Khoi Vinh and producers Dominic Girard and Pippa Johnstone examine the intersection of BLM and the world of design and creativity. They unpack…
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Does Peloton’s design actually help you exercise more?
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An entirely new user experience has been designed for people who want to exercise from home. By combining touchscreens and apps with stationary bikes, treadmills, rowing machines, punching bags, strength trainers - even smart mirrors - a new category of exercise has created millions of new fitness buffs. Long gone are the days of VHS fitness classe…
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On this installment of the podcast I sit down with animator, Tom Cook, and discuss what it was like to work at Hanna-Barbera during the late '70s animating for shows like Scooby-Doo and the Super-Friends. Tom's Facebook Never miss an episode! Subscribe to the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, and all good podcatchers. Check out the Official…
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Does Burger King's new logo make you nostalgic?
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When Burger King launched its new logo and branding identity this winter, a lot of people said the new look felt retro, even nostalgic. But was that really what the King had in mind for its new brand? In our season launch episode, host Khoi Vinh and producers Pippa Johnstone and Dominic Girard investigate the creative upsides and the pitfalls of us…
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