Design Matters with Debbie Millman
Design Matters with Debbie Millman is one of the world’s very first podcasts. Broadcasting independently for over 15 years, the show is about how incredibly creative people design the arc of their lives. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, April 28, 2025
Best of Design Matters: David Remnick
Since 1998, David Remnick has been the editor of The New Yorker and has written hundreds of pieces for the magazine, including reporting from Russia, the Middle East, and Europe and Profiles of Barack Obama, Bill Clinton, Katharine Graham, Mike Tyson, Bruce Springsteen and more. He also hosts the magazine’s national radio program and podcast, “The New Yorker Radio Hour.” He joins live at the On Air Fest to talk about his legendary life and career. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, April 21, 2025
Best of Design Matters: Es Devlin
From acclaimed pop spectacles to Super Bowl halftime shows to the Closing Ceremony for the London Olympics, artist and stage designer Es Devlin has transformed large-scale performative sculptures and environments transporting audiences. She joins to discuss two decades of design spanning opera, theatre, and stadium extravaganzas. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, April 14, 2025
Best of Design Matters: Lucy Sante
Renowned writer, cultural critic, and scholar of the demimonde Lucy Sante joins to discuss her career and a new memoir, “I Heard Her Call My Name,” reflecting on her transition and self-actualization in her sixties. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, April 07, 2025
Carol Leifer
Writer’s Guild Award winner and Emmy-nominated comedian, writer, and producer for television shows such as Seinfeld, The Larry Sanders Show, Saturday Night Live, The Oscars, Modern Family, Curb Your Enthusiasm, and more; Carol Leifer joins to talk about her new book, her writing, and her four-decade career in comedy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, March 31, 2025
Jon Batiste
Widely recognized as a musical genius and once-in-a-generation talent, Jon Batiste is one of history’s most brilliant, prolific, and accomplished musicians. The Grammy, Emmy, and Oscar-winning star joins to discuss his legendary career, connecting people through a shared love of music. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, March 24, 2025
Michael Goldberg
Michael Goldberg is the Founder and CEO of Something Special Studios, a creative agency building brands, campaigns, and experiences designed to shape culture. He joins to discuss his multifaceted career and a recent creative endeavor, Luna Luna: Forgotten Fantasy, a spectacular second showing of the world’s first art amusement park. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, March 17, 2025
Todd Pruzan
Todd Pruzan—a prolific writer, editor, and journalist—recently inherited a collection of several thousand New Yorker covers from his family spanning the past 77 years. He joins to read an essay that explores a number of realizations while reviewing the covers, including his family’s Jewish identity. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, March 10, 2025
Best of Design Matters: Nell Irvin Painter
Throughout her prolific writing career, Nell Irvin Painter has published works on such luminaries as Sojourner Truth, Ralph Waldo Emerson, and Malcolm X. Her unique vantage on American history pushes the boundaries of personal narrative and academic authorship and asks readers to reconsider ideas of race, politics, and identity. She joins to discuss her legendary career as a distinguished historian, award-winning author, and artist. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, March 03, 2025
Best of Design Matters: Suzan-Lori Parks
Named one of TIME magazine’s “100 Innovators for the Next New Wave,” Suzan-Lori Parks is the first African American woman to receive the Pulitzer Prize for Drama for Topdog/Underdog. She joins to discuss her long and illustrious career as a playwright, musician, and novelist. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, February 24, 2025
Todd St. John
Founder and Creative Director of the design consultancy HunterGatherer, Todd St. John, joins to discuss his career as a multi-disciplinary artist and designer working in illustration, animation, graphic design, photography, furniture, and industrial design. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, February 17, 2025
Adrian Tomine
For over thirty years, bestselling author, screenwriter, and New Yorker cover artist Adrian Tomine’s work has set the standard for contemporary storytelling. He has published several books of comics and illustrations, including “Killing and Dying,” “Shortcomings,” and his new book “Q & A.” Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, February 10, 2025
Paul Tazewell
Having designed costumes for film, television, Broadway, and regional theaters for more than three decades, Paul Tazewell is one of the industry’s most revered designers. He joins to discuss his career, costuming some of the most memorable characters of our time, and his recent award-winning work on the Oscar nominated film, Wicked. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, February 03, 2025
Best of Design Matters: Emily Nagoski, Ph.D.
New York Times bestselling, award-winning author and educator Emily Nagoski is one of the most exceptional minds at work today on the science of sexual connection, intimacy, and arousal. She joins to discuss her remarkable career and new book, “Come Together.” Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, January 27, 2025
Best of Design Matters: Carrie Brownstein
Celebrated musician, comedian, writer, and director Carrie Brownstein joins to talk about her remarkable career as the co-founder, guitarist, and vocalist of the legendary punk band Sleater-Kinney, her role in the iconic TV series Portlandia, and her new memoir. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, January 20, 2025
Tiffany Shlain & Ken Goldberg
Tiffany Shlain is a multidisciplinary artist, Emmy-nominated filmmaker, national bestselling author, and the founder of the Webby Awards. Ken Goldberg is the William S. Floyd Distinguished Chair in Engineering at UC Berkeley and an award-winning roboticist, filmmaker, and artist. They join to discuss the life they share together and their many artistic collaborations. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, January 13, 2025
Seth Godin
Seth Godin—renowned author, entrepreneur, and speaker known for launching one of the most popular blogs in the world and writing 22 best-selling books—joins live at Creative Mornings to talk about his new book, This Is Strategy: Make Better Plans. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, January 06, 2025
Best of 2024 with Artists
On this special episode of Design Matters, we look back at the collective brilliance of artists interviewed in 2024. Best of Design Matters 2024 with Es Devlin, Olafur Eliasson, Carson Ellis, and Nell Irvin Painter is live! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, December 30, 2024
Best of 2024 with Editors
On this special episode of Design Matters, we look back at the collective brilliance of editors interviewed in 2024. Best of Design Matters 2024 with Stella Bugbee, Scott Dadich, Adam Moss, and David Remnick is live! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, December 23, 2024
Rick Griffith
Rick Griffith is a British-West-Indian designer, collagist, writer, educator, letterpress printer, and optimist futurist. He joins live from the HOW Design Conference to discuss his career and MATTER—a design consultancy, letterpress/typography workshop, and retail bookstore he runs with his partner, Debra Johnson. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, December 16, 2024
Colin Greenwood
Since 2003, Radiohead’s bassist, Colin Greenwood, has taken his camera to the studio and on stage to document the rise of one of the world’s most cherished bands. He joins to discuss his legendary musical career and his beautiful new book, How to Disappear , capturing intimate photographs of his bandmates at work. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, December 09, 2024
Sarah Lewis
Sarah Lewis is a celebrated art and cultural historian and professor at Harvard University, focusing on the intersection of visual representation, racial justice, and democracy in the United States. She has published multiple bestsellers and joins to discuss her new book, The Unseen Truth . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, December 02, 2024
Sonya Passi
Sonya Passi is the Founder & CEO of FreeFrom, a national organization transforming our society’s response to gender-based violence. She joins to discuss her new documentary SURVIVOR MADE and her advocacy work, creating a community where survivors of intimate partner violence can heal, thrive, and drive change together. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, November 25, 2024
Josh Brolin
From his breakout role in The Goonies to No Country for Old Men to his recent appearances in the Dune films, acclaimed actor Josh Brolin brings unmistakable gravity and grit to all his films. He joins to talk about his life on and offscreen and his new memoir, From Under the Truck . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, November 18, 2024
Nicolas Heller
Nicolas Heller—Commercial Director, Documentarian, and “Unofficial Talent Scout of New York” known as @newyorknico—joins to talk about his new book, a raw and authentic city guide of Nick’s can’t-miss eateries, shops, bookstores, and so much more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, November 11, 2024
Ken Burns
For more than forty years, Ken Burns and his collaborators have created some of the most acclaimed historical documentaries ever made. Sarah Burns and David McMahon join him to discuss his legendary career, new film, and the people and events that molded our history. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, November 04, 2024
Olafur Eliasson
The works of artist Olafur Eliasson explore the relevance of art in the world at large. He joins to discuss his three-decade career creating sculptures, installations, paintings, photographs, and film utilizing natural elements—light, color, water, and movement—to alter viewers’ sensory perceptions. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, October 28, 2024
Annie Atkins
Building worlds in motion pictures through graphic props and typography—Annie Atkins joins to discuss her career designing set pieces for films such as The Grand Budapest Hotel and her new book, “Letters from the North Pole.” Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, October 21, 2024
Carson Ellis
Carson Ellis is the author and illustrator of the bestselling picture books Home and Du Iz Tak?. She joins to talk about her life living on a farm in Oregon and her remarkable career illustrating numerous award-winning books for children. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, October 14, 2024
David Kwong
With his expertise in enigmas and illusions, David Kwong delights and challenges audiences around the world with his intellectual brand of magic. He joins to discuss his one-man show, The Enigmatist , and his career as a magician, crossword puzzle constructor, and writer. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, October 07, 2024
Best of Design Matters: Sarah Polley
Oscar-nominated screenwriter, director, actor, and author Sarah Polley, who began her career as a childhood actress more than three decades ago, joins to talk about her life’s work and newest film, “Women Talking.” Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, September 30, 2024
Best of Design Matters: Celeste Ng
Celeste Ng—New York Times bestselling author of three novels, Everything I Never Told You, Little Fires Everywhere, and Our Missing Hearts—joins a live audience to talk about her illustrious career exploring complex family dynamics and themes of identity, race, and culture. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, September 23, 2024
Best of Design Matters: Stella Bugbee
Former Editor-in-Chief and President of New York Magazine’s The Cut and current Styles Editor of The New York Times—Stella Bugbee joins to discuss her remarkable career in the media industry, covering fashion, beauty, and culture as a journalist, editor, and creative director. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, September 16, 2024
Best of Design Matters: Alexandra Horowitz
Alexandra Horowitz—a canine psychologist and authority on how dogs perceive the world—joins to talk about her latest book, ‘The Year of the Puppy,’ and share her knowledge about the relationship between humans and our canine friends. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, September 09, 2024
Best of Design Matters: Kara Swisher
Tech journalist, opinion leader, and disruptor—Kara Swisher has hosted hundreds of newsmaking interviews tracking tech and media's changing power dynamics, often going head-to-head with the most prominent figures in the technology industry. She joins a live studio audience to talk about her inimitable career covering the ever-evolving world of technology. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, September 02, 2024
Best of Design Matters: Martha Wainwright
Singer-songwriter Martha Wainwright joins to discuss her latest album and new memoir about growing up in a family of rock ‘n’ roll royalty and her experiences with love, loss, motherhood, divorce, and the music industry. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, August 26, 2024
Best of Design Matters: Rick Rubin
Exploring Rick Rubin’s production discography is like taking a tour through the commanding heights of American music over the past few decades. From Run-DMC to Jay-Z to Adele, the record producer joins to talk about his legendary career making classic songs with the best musicians in the world. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, August 19, 2024
Best of Design Matters: Mickalene Thomas
Known for her elaborate paintings composed of rhinestones, acrylic, and enamel, Mickalene Thomas draws on art history and popular culture to create a contemporary vision of female sexuality, beauty, and power. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, August 12, 2024
Best of Design Matters: Ai Weiwei
Ai Weiwei joins to discuss his new memoir “1000 Years of Joys and Sorrows,” depicting a century-long epic tale of China told through a story of his family. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, August 05, 2024
Best of Design Matters: Suleika Jaouad
New York Times bestselling author and journalist Suleika Jaouad began writing her Emmy Award-winning column, “Life, Interrupted,” from her hospital room, chronicling her experiences as a young adult with cancer. She joins to discuss her remarkable life, career, and bestselling memoir, Between Two Kingdoms. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, July 29, 2024
Best of Design Matters: Oliver Jeffers
Working in painting, bookmaking, illustration, collage, performance, and sculpture, Oliver Jeffers joins to talk about his career making art and telling stories. His new book, Begin Again, explores humankind’s impact on itself and our planet, asking the big question: Where do we go from here? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, July 22, 2024
Best of Design Matters: Rosanne Cash
For decades, Rosanne Cash has soared through the ranks of music with her powerhouse poetic skills and wistful reflections on her past. She has released 15 albums, won four Grammys, and authored four books, including a best-selling memoir. She joins to talk about her life and legendary career as a singer, songwriter, and author. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, July 15, 2024
Best of Design Matters: Isaac Fitzgerald
Isaac Fitzgerald has been a firefighter, worked on a boat, and was once given a sword by a king. He is also the New York Times bestselling author of Dirtbag, Massachusetts, a coming of age memoir recounting his early years in Boston, an ongoing search for forgiveness, and a more expansive definition of family and self. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, July 08, 2024
Best of Design Matters: Kevin Kelly
Digital visionary, bestselling author, founder of the popular Cool Tools website, and Co-Founder and Senior Maverick of Wired magazine—Kevin Kelly joins to talk about his career, his new book, and his radical optimism about the future of our world and humanity. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, July 01, 2024
Best of Design Matters: Gloria Steinem
For over sixty years, Gloria Steinem has been at the center of American culture and political life, where she has been instrumental in shaping our ideas about feminism, humanity, and equal rights for all people. She joins to talk about her legendary career as an award-winning journalist, New York Times best-selling author, co-founder of one of the most significant magazines of the 21st century, and an activist whose work has impacted the place women and girls now have in the world. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, June 24, 2024
Pride 2024 with guests Carrie Brownstein, Megan Rapinoe, Lucy Sante, Kara Swisher and Kirsten Vangsness.
Carrie Brownstein, Megan Rapinoe, Lucy Sante, Kara Swisher, and Kirsten Vangsness reflect on their journeys and careers in this special Pride episode of Design Matters. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, June 17, 2024
Scott Dadich
Scott Dadich is a designer, magazine editor, and filmmaker. Formerly the Editor-in-Chief of WIRED Magazine, he now runs Godfrey Dadich Partners, a brand strategy and design company, where he is the Co-Founder and CEO. He joins to discuss his illustrious career and the multi-Emmy nominated series he created and produced, Abstract: The Art of Design. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, June 10, 2024
Judy Chicago
During her often tumultuous, challenging, and sometimes controversial career, Judy Chicago pioneered Feminist art and art education. She joins to talk about her memoir Judy Chicago: Revelations , a radical retelling of human history in the form of an illuminated manuscript. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, June 03, 2024
Brooke Hopper
Principal Designer at Adobe, speaker, and champion for artists, Brooke Hopper’s passion is designing better experiences for some of the most talented people in the world. She joins live at SXSW to discuss the role of machine intelligence and new technologies in creativity. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, May 27, 2024
Anne Morriss and Frances Frei
Anne Morriss and Frances Frei are best-selling authors and among the world’s most influential thinkers, speakers, and advisors. Their clients range from Fortune 10 companies to tech founders to political leaders working to build national competitiveness. They join to talk about their new book, Move Fast and Fix Things, outlining a practical process leaders can implement to drive change. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, May 20, 2024
Kathleen Hanna
Punk singer, artist, and the front-woman of the bands Bikini Kill and Le Tigre, Kathleen Hanna has spent the last three decades as a trailblazer in the punk feminist movement. She joins guest host Roxane Gay to talk about her new memoir and storied career making art and music. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, May 13, 2024
Adam Moss
Adam Moss is widely known as one of the great magazine editors of his generation, remaking and reshaping The New York Times and New York magazine into the most significant print and digital publications of our time. He joins to discuss his illustrious career as an author, editor, and artist. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, May 06, 2024
Suzan-Lori Parks
Named one of TIME magazine’s “100 Innovators for the Next New Wave,” Suzan-Lori Parks is the first African American woman to receive the Pulitzer Prize for Drama for Topdog/Underdog. She joins to discuss her long and illustrious career as a playwright, musician, and novelist. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, April 29, 2024
Emily Nagoski, Ph.D.
New York Times bestselling, award-winning author and educator Emily Nagoski is one of the most exceptional minds at work today on the science of sexual connection, intimacy, and arousal. She joins to discuss her remarkable career and new book, “Come Together.” Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, April 22, 2024
Amy Lin
Writer Amy Lin deconstructs grief in her new memoir ‘Here After,’ a beautifully visceral and emotionally intimate depiction of young widowhood. She joins to discuss the science of grief and how she coped in the wake of her inexplicable loss. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, April 15, 2024
Nell Irvin Painter
Throughout her prolific writing career, Nell Irvin Painter has published works on such luminaries as Sojourner Truth, Ralph Waldo Emerson, and Malcolm X. Her unique vantage on American history pushes the boundaries of personal narrative and academic authorship and asks readers to reconsider ideas of race, politics, and identity. She joins to discuss her legendary career as a distinguished historian, award-winning author, and artist. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, April 08, 2024
David Remnick
Since 1998, David Remnick has been the editor of The New Yorker and has written hundreds of pieces for the magazine, including reporting from Russia, the Middle East, and Europe and Profiles of Barack Obama, Bill Clinton, Katharine Graham, Mike Tyson, Bruce Springsteen and more. He also hosts the magazine’s national radio program and podcast, “The New Yorker Radio Hour.” He joins live at the On Air Fest to talk about his legendary life and career. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, April 01, 2024
Lucy Sante
Renowned writer, cultural critic, and scholar of the demimonde Lucy Sante joins to discuss her career and a new memoir, “I Heard Her Call My Name,” reflecting on her transition and self-actualization in her sixties. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Fri, March 29, 2024
David Byrne (from The TED Interview)
David Bryne views life through many lenses. He’s a musician, author, filmmaker, curator, conservationist, digital music theorist, bicycle advocate, visual artist... the list goes on. But through his many trajectories – from co-founding the acclaimed band Talking Heads to his later solo career, moving into theater and beyond, David is always trying to capture the indescribable. In this episode of The TED Interview, another podcast from the TED Audio Collective, David shares how he meshes art, technology, and point of view to tell one-of-a-kind stories, move audiences, and invoke all of us to create masterpieces of our own. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, March 25, 2024
Es Devlin
From acclaimed pop spectacles to Super Bowl halftime shows to the Closing Ceremony for the London Olympics, artist and stage designer Es Devlin has transformed large-scale performative sculptures and environments transporting audiences. She joins to discuss two decades of design spanning opera, theatre, and stadium extravaganzas. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Fri, March 22, 2024
Aparna Nancherla (from How to Be a Better Human)
Impostor syndrome is one of many therapy-speak words that have gone mainstream in the past few years — but what is it, really? Aparna Nancherla knows all about it. Aparna is a comedian and the author of "Unreliable Narrator: Me, Myself, and Impostor Syndrome.” Despite her success as a performer, she isn’t immune to self-doubt. In this episode from another TED Audio Collective podcast, How to Be a Better Human, Aparna talks about the ways she’s learned to deal with impostor syndrome: like creating a resume listing all her failures, or making up words at parties to gauge other people’s reactions. She also shares how she learned to put less stock in success and what to do when your mind isn’t telling you the truth. Find more How to Be a Better Human wherever you get your podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, March 18, 2024
Priscilla Gilman
The Critic's Daughter is an exquisitely rendered portrait of a unique father-daughter relationship and a moving revelation of family and identity. Author Priscilla Gilman joins to talk about her memoir, a candid account of loss and grief, forgiveness, and love. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, March 11, 2024
Carrie Brownstein
Celebrated musician, comedian, writer, and director Carrie Brownstein joins to talk about her remarkable career as the co-founder, guitarist, and vocalist of the legendary punk band Sleater-Kinney, her role in the iconic TV series Portlandia, and her new memoir. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, March 04, 2024
Suleika Jaouad
New York Times bestselling author and journalist Suleika Jaouad began writing her Emmy Award-winning column, “Life, Interrupted,” from her hospital room, chronicling her experiences as a young adult with cancer. She joins to discuss her remarkable life, career, and bestselling memoir, Between Two Kingdoms . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, February 26, 2024
Best of Design Matters: Aminatou Sow
Aminatou Sow discusses her extraordinary journey that took her from Africa to Texas, from a job in a toy store to Google to co-host of one of today’s most brilliant podcasts, Call Your Girlfriend. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, February 19, 2024
Best of Design Matters: Futura
Across 50 years in the art scene, Futura has undergone a brilliant evolution from graffiti prodigy to design master. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, February 12, 2024
Best of Design Matters: Thelma Golden
As a child, Thelma Golden dreamt of a life in art museums—and that’s exactly the path she followed, breaking brilliant and historic new ground along the way. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, February 05, 2024
Best of Design Matters: Lucy Wainwright Roche
The daughter of folk-music royalty, singer-songwriter Lucy Wainwright Roche joins to talk about her life, family, and multi-decade career in the music industry. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, January 29, 2024
Best of Design Matters: James Clear
James Clear has been writing about habits, decision making, and continuous improvement for over a decade. Author of the #1 New York Times bestseller Atomic Habits, he joins to talk about his career and how we can stop sabotaging our efforts with insurmountable goals. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, January 22, 2024
Best of Design Matters: Toshi Reagon
Shaped by music and activism, Toshi Reagon reflects on her upbringing and remarkable career writing, playing, singing, and producing music. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, January 15, 2024
Stefan Sagmeister
Iconic graphic designer, typographer, author, and educator Stefan Sagmeister joins live on the CreativeMornings stage to talk about his multi-decade, ever-evolving career and his newest book, Now is Better, transforming facts about the state of our world into abstract data visualizations. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, January 08, 2024
Oliver Jeffers
Working in painting, bookmaking, illustration, collage, performance, and sculpture, Oliver Jeffers joins to talk about his career making art and telling stories. His new book, Begin Again, explores humankind’s impact on itself and our planet, asking the big question: Where do we go from here? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, January 01, 2024
Best of 2023 with Filmmakers
On this special episode of Design Matters, we take a look back at the collective brilliance of filmmakers interviewed in 2023. Best of Design Matters 2023 with Siân Heder, Sarah Polley, and Kyra Sedgwick is live! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, December 25, 2023
Best of 2023 with Writers
On this special episode of Design Matters, we take a look back at the collective brilliance of writers interviewed in 2023. Best of Design Matters 2023 with Alexandra Horowitz, Rick Rubin, and Kevin Kelly is live! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, December 18, 2023
Roy Wood Jr.
Roy Wood Jr. is an Emmy-nominated comedian, writer, producer, actor, radio personality, and podcaster known for his stand-up comedy and work as a correspondent on Comedy Central’s The Daily Show. He joins the Design Matters Live Tour to discuss his career, entertaining millions across the stage, television, and radio. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, December 11, 2023
Audie Cornish
The legendary Audie Cornish—anchor, correspondent, journalist, host, and interviewer—joins live from the Design Matters Tour to talk about her career in journalism, covering national, political, and breaking news for over two decades. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, December 04, 2023
Rosanne Cash
For decades, Rosanne Cash has soared through the ranks of music with her powerhouse poetic skills and wistful reflections on her past. She has released 15 albums, won four Grammys, and authored four books, including a best-selling memoir. She joins to talk about her life and legendary career as a singer, songwriter, and author. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, November 27, 2023
Isaac Fitzgerald
Isaac Fitzgerald has been a firefighter, worked on a boat, and was once given a sword by a king. He is also the New York Times bestselling author of Dirtbag, Massachusetts , a coming of age memoir recounting his early years in Boston, an ongoing search for forgiveness, and a more expansive definition of family and self. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, November 20, 2023
Steven Heller and Nicolas Heller
One of the most influential art directors, design thinkers, and cultural critics of our time, Steven Heller, and his son Nicolas Heller, an acclaimed commercial director and documentarian, better known to his social media followers as New York Nico, join live at the AIGA Conference to talk about their remarkable careers and shared love for New York City. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, November 13, 2023
Neville Brody
Neville Brody is one of the most celebrated graphic designers of his generation—a leading typographer and internationally recognized art director and brand strategist. He joins to discuss his third monograph, which showcases projects from the last thirty years of his illustrious career. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, November 06, 2023
Stella Bugbee
Former Editor-in-Chief and President of New York Magazine’s The Cut and current Styles Editor of The New York Times—Stella Bugbee joins to discuss her remarkable career in the media industry, covering fashion, beauty, and culture as a journalist, editor, and creative director. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, October 30, 2023
Kip Thorne and Lia Halloran
Kip Thorne, Nobel Prize winning theoretical physicist known for his pioneering work in astrophysics, and Lia Halloran, multi-award-winning artist and photographer, join to talk about their cosmic collaboration—a book of poetry and paintings called “The Warped Side of Our Universe: An Odyssey through Black Holes, Wormholes, Time Travel, and Gravitational Waves.” Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, October 23, 2023
Celeste Ng
Celeste Ng—New York Times bestselling author of three novels, Everything I Never Told You , Little Fires Everywhere , and Our Missing Hearts —joins a live audience to talk about her illustrious career exploring complex family dynamics and themes of identity, race, and culture. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, October 16, 2023
Kara Swisher
Tech journalist, opinion leader, and disruptor—Kara Swisher has hosted hundreds of newsmaking interviews tracking tech and media's changing power dynamics, often going head-to-head with the most prominent figures in the technology industry. She joins a live studio audience to talk about her inimitable career covering the ever-evolving world of technology. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, October 09, 2023
Jad Abumrad
MacArthur Fellow, Peabody Award winner, iconic public radio host and creator of one of the most successful shows, Radiolab—Jad Abumrad joins a studio audience in New York for the Design Matters live tour. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, October 02, 2023
Mary Ellen Matthews
From pop stars to sports legends to rock gods, Mary Ellen Matthews has been crafting iconic images as an entertainment portrait photographer for over two decades. She joins to talk about her career as the chief photographer for Saturday Night Live and how she’s created the distinctive look for the show’s images since 1999. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, September 25, 2023
Paula Scher, Emily Oberman and Michael Bierut, Celebrating 50 Years of Pentagram
Design royalty Paula Scher, Emily Oberman and Michael Bierut join this special live episode to celebrate and commemorate the 50th anniversary of the legendary, multi-disciplinary, independently owned design studio, Pentagram with a new, two-volume book, PENTAGRAM AT 50: LIVING BY DESIGN. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, September 18, 2023
Kevin Kelly
Digital visionary, bestselling author, founder of the popular Cool Tools website, and Co-Founder and Senior Maverick of Wired magazine—Kevin Kelly joins to talk about his career, his new book, and his radical optimism about the future of our world and humanity. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, September 11, 2023
Gloria Steinem
For over sixty years, Gloria Steinem has been at the center of American culture and political life, where she has been instrumental in shaping our ideas about feminism, humanity, and equal rights for all people. She joins to talk about her legendary career as an award-winning journalist, New York Times best-selling author, co-founder of one of the most significant magazines of the 21st century, and an activist whose work has impacted the place women and girls now have in the world. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tue, September 05, 2023
Best of Design Matters: Jessica Nordell
Jessica Nordell—science and cultural journalist—explores ways of changing pernicious thought patterns to eliminate unconscious bias for a more just world. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, August 28, 2023
Best of Design Matters: Steven Heller
Steven Heller—legendary writer and author—joins to discuss his new book “Growing Up Underground,” an entertaining and humorous coming-of-age story at the center of New York’s youth culture in the 1960s and 1970s. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, August 21, 2023
Best of Design Matters: Candice Carty-Williams
Author of the bestselling book “Queenie”—Candice Carty-Williams joins a very special guest host, Roxane Gay, to talk about her latest novel “People Person” which follows the Pennington family, a cadre of five half-siblings forced together in the wake of a dramatic event. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, August 14, 2023
Best of Design Matters: Chris Evert
Rising to the top of tennis stardom, Chris Evert talks about her groundbreaking career as a legendary athlete and recent creative endeavor in jewelry design. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, August 07, 2023
Best of Design Matters: Chip Kidd
Chip Kidd—award-winning designer, musician, author, and all around rock star—joins for his fifth time to talk about his recent projects and so much more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, July 31, 2023
Best of Design Matters: Joan As Police Woman
Joan Wasser shares her musical journey from a classically trained violinist to a solo singer, songwriter, and rock star known as Joan As Police Woman. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, July 24, 2023
Best of Design Matters: Jack White and Ben Jenkins
A love for craftsmanship, design, and baseball brings music legend Jack White and design entrepreneur Ben Jenkins together. In 2016, Jack White became an investor in Ben Jenkins's sporting goods brand, Warstic. Today the company does so much more than manufacture artisan baseball bats. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, July 17, 2023
Alan Dye
As Vice President of Human Interface Design at Apple, Alan Dye has spent much of his career working for a company that has done perhaps more than any other to make design sexy, essential, and highly coveted. He joins to discuss his lustrous creative path working with Ogilvy’s Brand Integration Group, Kate Spade, Apple and the brand new, highly anticipated Apple Vision Pro. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, July 10, 2023
Best of Design Matters: Min Jin Lee
The author of the award-winning novels “Pachinko” and “Free Food for Millionaires,” Min Jin Lee, discusses her remarkable career and the long journey and intention behind her Korean diaspora novels. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, July 03, 2023
Best of Design Matters: Dr. D’Wayne Edwards
Over the course of his storied career as a designer and educator, Dr. D’Wayne Edwards has created more than 500 footwear styles for premier entertainers such as Tupac, Dr. Dre, Snoop Dog, and Notorious B.I.G. His designs have been worn in six Olympics and graced all MLB, NFL, and NBA stadiums. He joins to talk about his remarkable career and current role as President of Pensole Lewis College of Business and Design. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, June 26, 2023
Best of Design Matters: Mickalene Thomas
Known for her elaborate paintings composed of rhinestones, acrylic, and enamel, Mickalene Thomas draws on art history and popular culture to create a contemporary vision of female sexuality, beauty, and power. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, June 19, 2023
Best of Design Matters: Dr. Temple Grandin
Best-selling author, scientist, and trailblazer in autism research, Dr. Temple Grandin’s new book “Visual Thinking” draws on cutting-edge research and her own lived experience to reframe the conversation on neurodiversity and different types of thinkers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, June 12, 2023
Best of Design Matters: A.M. Homes
Best known for her controversial novels featuring extreme situations and characters, A.M. Homes discusses her most recent book, The Unfolding, and her remarkable career authoring thirteen extraordinarily original books. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, June 05, 2023
Best of Design Matters:Jason Reynolds
Jason Reynolds—award-winning author and National Ambassador for Young People’s Literature—discusses his prolific writing career that inspires young readers to discover their own stories. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, May 29, 2023
Best of Design Matters: Brad Listi
Described as a darkly funny meditation on creativity and family, Brad Listi joins to talk about his new book, “Be Brief and Tell Them Everything.” Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, May 22, 2023
Best of Design Matters: Indigo Girls
Amy Ray and Emily Saliers talk about their extraordinary 30-year creative collaboration as the music duo, Indigo Girls. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, May 15, 2023
Heather Armstrong: A Rebroadcast from 2011
With her blog, Dooce, Heather Armstrong ushered in a new genre of confessional writing online, inspiring millions of readers and creators. To honor her legacy, we are replaying the episode from 2011. Among many things, we talked about suicide and depression, so please be forewarned. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, May 08, 2023
Kyra Sedgwick
Best known for her Emmy and Golden Globe-winning role as Deputy Chief Brenda Leigh Johnson on the TNT crime drama The Closer, Kyra Sedgwick joins to discuss her remarkable acting career and new directorial debut, Space Oddity. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, May 01, 2023
Martha Wainwright
Singer-songwriter Martha Wainwright joins to discuss her latest album and new memoir about growing up in a family of rock ‘n’ roll royalty and her experiences with love, loss, motherhood, divorce, and the music industry. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, April 24, 2023
Carey Lowell
Best known for her role as Bond girl Pam Bouvier in the James Bond movie License to Kill and ADA Jamie Ross in the television series Law & Order, Carey Lowell joins to discuss her career as a model, actress, and ceramicist. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, April 17, 2023
Neil deGrasse Tyson
Neil deGrasse Tyson—world-renowned astrophysicist, Emmy-nominated host, and author—is one of the most popular and influential figures in modern science. He joins to discuss his cosmic career and new book, “Starry Messenger: Cosmic Perspectives on Civilization.” Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, April 10, 2023
Peter Arnell
Peter Arnell has built an unparalleled reputation creating groundbreaking, boundary-averse work for many of the world’s most celebrated brands. He joins to discuss his new book and storied career as a designer, branding executive, photographer, founder, and CEO. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, April 03, 2023
Susanna Hoffs
A founding member of the Bangles, a solo artist, and a collaborator, Susanna Hoffs boasts one of pop music’s most striking and beloved voices. She joins to talk about her prolific music career and her new book, “This Bird Has Flown.” Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, March 27, 2023
Kirsten Vangsness
American actress and playwright Kirsten Vangsness joins to discuss her role as bespectacled tech kitten Penelope Garcia on the long-running CBS crime drama Criminal Minds. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, March 20, 2023
Don Norman
Don Norman, the Godfather of UX Design and Cognitive Science’s foremost pioneer, joins to discuss his new book “Design for a Better World” and how human behavior can save the world from its dire predicament. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sun, March 19, 2023
From A Slight Change of Plans: Kacey Musgraves on Psychedelics
Today we’re sharing a preview of A Slight Change of Plans, from Pushkin Industries. Cognitive scientist Dr. Maya Shankar blends compassionate storytelling with the science of human behavior to help us understand who we are and who we become in the face of a big change. Maya sits down with Grammy-winning singer-songwriter Kacey Musgraves. Kacey has never been willing to change herself or her music for anyone else. But a psychedelic trip allowed her to change on her own terms and inspired her albums Golden Hour and Star-Crossed. Hear more from A Slight Change of Plans at https://podcasts.pushkin.fm/scps7?sid=design . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, March 13, 2023
Rick Rubin
Exploring Rick Rubin’s production discography is like taking a tour through the commanding heights of American music over the past few decades. From Run-DMC to Jay-Z to Adele, the record producer joins to talk about his legendary career making classic songs with the best musicians in the world. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, March 06, 2023
Siân Heder
Best known for writing and directing the Academy Award-Winning film CODA and her work on the television series Orange Is the New Black—Siân Heder joins to talk about her remarkable career as a writer, producer, and filmmaker. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, February 27, 2023
Lynn Goldsmith
Lynn Goldsmith has documented over five decades of American culture, photographing stars from The Beatles and The Rolling Stones to David Bowie and Iggy Pop. She joins to talk about her legendary career behind the camera and new book, “Music in the ‘80s.” Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, February 20, 2023
Sarah Polley
Oscar-nominated screenwriter, director, actor, and author Sarah Polley, who began her career as a childhood actress more than three decades ago, joins to talk about her life’s work and newest film, “Women Talking.” Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, February 13, 2023
Dario Calmese
Sitting at the nexus of art, fashion and academia, Dario Calmese is an artist, urbanist, director and brand consultant. He shares his thoughts on photography and the design of the world around us on this very special live episode. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, February 06, 2023
Megan Rapinoe
Having won an Olympic gold medal and two Women’s World Cups, Megan Rapinoe is among the most decorated and world famous athletes of our time. She joins to talk about her legendary soccer career, activism, and New York Times Best-Selling book. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, January 30, 2023
King Princess
Delivering soulful vocals over warm, atmospheric synth productions, young music prodigy King Princess joins to talk about their career and the double-edged nature of early success in the music business. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, January 23, 2023
Alexandra Horowitz
Alexandra Horowitz—a canine psychologist and authority on how dogs perceive the world—joins to talk about her latest book, ‘The Year of the Puppy,’ and share her knowledge about the relationship between humans and our canine friends. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, January 16, 2023
Will Guidara
Will Guidara—an elite New York restauranteur and author—talks about his storied career as a leader in modern luxury dining, delivering service that transforms a meal into a magical experience. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, January 09, 2023
Guy Kawasaki
Guy Kawasaki—author, educator, and Chief Evangelist of Canva—talks about his career in Silicon Valley and his experience working for Steve Jobs as Chief Evangelist of Apple. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, January 02, 2023
Best of 2022 with Performers
On this special episode of Design Matters, we look back at the collective brilliance of the musicians and performers interviewed in 2022. Best of Design Matters 2022 with Jack White, Indigo Girls, Joan As Police Woman, Dylan Marron, and Chris Evert is live! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, December 26, 2022
Best of 2022 with Writers
On this special episode of Design Matters, we take a look back at the collective brilliance of fiction writers interviewed in 2022. Best of Design Matters 2022 with Brad Listi, Jason Reynolds, A.M. Homes, Candice Carty-Williams, and Min Jin Lee is live! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, December 19, 2022
Daniel Mitura
Best known for starring in the film “The Hobbyist,” Daniel Mitura discusses his multi-hyphenated career as an actor, writer, producer, and playwright and his new science-fiction short film “Launch at Paradise.” Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, December 12, 2022
Min Jin Lee
The author of the award-winning novels “Pachinko” and “Free Food for Millionaires,” Min Jin Lee, discusses her remarkable career and the long journey and intention behind her Korean diaspora novels. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, December 05, 2022
Dr. D’Wayne Edwards
Over the course of his storied career as a designer and educator, Dr. D’Wayne Edwards has created more than 500 footwear styles for premier entertainers such as Tupac, Dr. Dre, Snoop Dog, and Notorious B.I.G. His designs have been worn in six Olympics and graced all MLB, NFL, and NBA stadiums. He joins to talk about his remarkable career and current role as President of Pensole Lewis College of Business and Design. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, November 28, 2022
James Clear
James Clear has been writing about habits, decision making, and continuous improvement for over a decade. Author of the #1 New York Times bestseller Atomic Habits, he joins to talk about his career and how we can stop sabotaging our efforts with insurmountable goals. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, November 21, 2022
Mickalene Thomas
Known for her elaborate paintings composed of rhinestones, acrylic, and enamel, Mickalene Thomas draws on art history and popular culture to create a contemporary vision of female sexuality, beauty, and power. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, November 14, 2022
Monica Khemsurov and Jill Singer
Monica Khemsurov and Jill Singer are the co-founders of Sight Unseen, an online magazine where designers and tastemakers go to find what’s new and next in design and the visual arts. They join to share insights and secrets unveiled in their new book, “How to Live With Objects: A Guide to More Meaningful Interiors.” Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, November 07, 2022
David Aaker
Hailed the “Father of Modern Branding,” David Aaker has received numerous awards for his contributions to the science of marketing and authored some of the most influential books in business. He joins to talk about his new book, “The Future of Purpose-Driven Branding,” and his legendary career. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, October 31, 2022
Mauro Porcini
PepsiCo’s award-winning Chief Design Officer, Mauro Porcini, reveals the secret to creating life-changing innovation in his new book, a manifesto for a genuine, authentic, and deeply humanistic approach to design. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, October 24, 2022
David Rockwell
As founder of the Rockwell Group, an award winning, cross-disciplinary architecture and design practice, David Rockwell has designed countless visual and spatial heartstoppers ranging from restaurants, hotels, airport terminals, and hospitals, to festivals, museum exhibitions, and Broadway sets. He joins to talk about his remarkable life and upcoming projects. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, October 17, 2022
Michael Kimmelman
Michael Kimmelman has been the architecture critic of The New York Times since 2011, writing about cities, public space, infrastructure, community development, public housing, equity, and the environment. He joins to talk about his extraordinary career in journalism and his new book, “The Intimate City: Walking New York.” Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, October 10, 2022
Dr. Temple Grandin
Best-selling author, scientist, and trailblazer in autism research, Dr. Temple Grandin’s new book “Visual Thinking” draws on cutting-edge research and her own lived experience to reframe the conversation on neurodiversity and different types of thinkers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, October 03, 2022
Steven Heller
Steven Heller—legendary writer and author—joins to discuss his new book “Growing Up Underground,” an entertaining and humorous coming-of-age story at the center of New York’s youth culture in the 1960s and 1970s. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, September 26, 2022
Candice Carty-Williams
Author of the Sunday Times bestselling Queenie —Candice Carty-Williams joins a very special guest host, Roxane Gay, to talk about her latest novel People Person which follows the Pennington family, a cadre of five half-siblings forced together in the wake of a dramatic event. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, September 19, 2022
A.M. Homes
Best known for her controversial novels featuring extreme situations and characters, A.M. Homes discusses her most recent book, The Unfolding , and her remarkable career authoring thirteen extraordinarily original books. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, September 12, 2022
Best of Design Matters: Anita Hill
Thirty years ago, Anita Hill became a household name when she told the world about her experience with sexual harassment in the workplace. Today, she joins to talk about her extraordinary life and new book, “Believing: Our Thirty-Year Journey to End Gender Violence.” Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tue, September 06, 2022
Best of Design Matters: Nick Offerman
Reflecting on his remarkable life and career, Nick Offerman shares his insights on acting, marriage and the current state of the world. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, August 29, 2022
Best of Design Matters: Michael Stipe
Michael Stipe joins to talk about his remarkable life, photography practice, and career as the lead singer and lyricist for the band R.E.M. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, August 22, 2022
Chris Evert
Rising to the top of tennis stardom, Chris Evert talks about her groundbreaking career as a legendary athlete. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, August 15, 2022
Jessica Nordell
Jessica Nordell—science and cultural journalist—explores ways of changing pernicious thought patterns to eliminate unconscious bias for a more just world. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, August 08, 2022
Best of Design Matters: Rickie Lee Jones
Long a believer in the impossible, Rickie Lee Jones has lived an extraordinary life of song. Here, she reflects on five decades of making music. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, August 01, 2022
Best of Design Matters: Catherine Opie
At 8 years old, Catherine Opie realized “that history is made within an image culture”—and here, she discusses her incredible life as a photographer driven by culture. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, July 25, 2022
Antwaun Sargent
Writer, editor, and curator Antwaun Sargent joins to talk about his remarkable career, positioned at the center of the explosion of interest in art made by Black Americans. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, July 18, 2022
Jason Reynolds
Jason Reynolds—award-winning author and National Ambassador for Young People’s Literature—discusses his prolific writing career that inspires young readers to discover their own stories. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, July 11, 2022
Chip Kidd
Chip Kidd—award-winning designer, musician, author, and all around rock star—joins for his fifth time to talk about his recent projects and so much more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, July 04, 2022
Richard Tuttle
One of the master artists of our time, Richard Tuttle joins to talk about his 60+ year career that has revolutionized the landscape of temporary art. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Thu, June 30, 2022
The secret Somali mixtapes | Far Flung with Saleem Reshamwala
It’s 1988, and Somalis are fleeing the city of Hargeisa. People are trying to get out, trying to save their families and sometimes their things. But in the city’s radio station, staff are packing cassettes and reel to reel recordings into a secret underground bunker. What's on them? A slice of the country’s musical heritage, to remain for years in an underground room—until now. Listen to songs from the episode on this special playlist on Spotify: https://tedtalks.social/3yct0Mj This story was produced in collaboration with Kerning Cultures, a podcast telling stories from the Middle East and North Africa, and the spaces in between. You can find the podcast wherever you're listening to this. This is an episode of Far Flung with Saleem Reshamwala, another podcast in the TED Audio Collective. If you want to hear more episodes exploring ideas in Caracas, Barcelona, Puerto Rico, the world of dreams and beyond, follow Far Flung with Saleem Reshamwala wherever you're listening to this. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, June 27, 2022
Brad Listi
Described as a darkly funny meditation on creativity and family, Brad Listi joins to talk about his new book, “Be Brief and Tell Them Everything.” Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, June 20, 2022
Celebrating Pride
Catherine Opie, Adam J. Kurtz, Robyn Kanner, Michael Stipe, and the Indigo Girls reflect on their journeys in this special Pride episode of Design Matters. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, June 13, 2022
Susan Cain
#1 New York Times best-selling author Susan Cain shares how a bittersweet, melancholic outlook makes emotional room for beauty, creativity, and love. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, June 06, 2022
Joan As Police Woman
Joan Wasser shares her musical journey from a classically trained violinist to a solo singer, songwriter, and rock star known as Joan As Police Woman. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, May 30, 2022
Starlee Kine
Writer and producer Starlee Kine joins LIVE at the 2022 On Air Fest to talk about her remarkable career and hit podcast Mystery Show. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, May 23, 2022
Dylan Marron
Writer, comedian, and podcast host, Dylan Marron, shares how hate on the internet fueled his podcast and new book, “Conversations with People Who Hate Me.” Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, May 16, 2022
Carol Lim & Humberto Leon
The effortlessly cool fashion designers Carol Lim and Humberto Leon join to talk about two decades of creative partnership and professional collaborations running their fashion brand, Opening Ceremony. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, May 09, 2022
Indigo Girls
Amy Ray and Emily Saliers talk about their extraordinary 30-year creative collaboration as the music duo, Indigo Girls. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, May 02, 2022
Jack White and Ben Jenkins
A love for craftsmanship, design, and baseball brings music legend Jack White and design entrepreneur Ben Jenkins together. In 2016, Jack White became an investor in Ben Jenkins's sporting goods brand, Warstic. Today the company does so much more than manufacture artisan baseball bats. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, April 25, 2022
Abbi Jacobson with Guest Host Dylan Marron
Costar and co-creator of the groundbreaking TV show Broad City, Abbi Jacobson, joins guest host, Dylan Marron, LIVE on the TED Conference stage. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Thu, April 21, 2022
Min Jin Lee on Well-Read Black Girl
Today, I’m sharing an episode from a new podcast I’ve been enjoying, Well-Read Black Girl, from Pushkin Industries. Glory Edim, author and founder of the Well-Read Black Girl community, sits in deep, honest and close conversation with authors like Tarana Burke, Anita Hill, Gabrielle Union, Brit Bennett and more. You’ll also meet literacy advocates and Black booksellers to hear what they’re reading and what it means to be well-read. In this episode, Glory talks with Korean American author and teacher Min Jin Lee. Min talks about what she learned about resistance from bell hooks, how the work she does on and off the page challenges society, and how she’s mentoring a new generation of writers of color. You can hear more of Well-Read Black Girl at https://podcasts.pushkin.fm/wrbgdesign . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, April 18, 2022
Best of Design Matters: Ethan Hawke
From the profound experience of making “Dead Poets Society” to the “Before” trilogy and his new book, Ethan Hawke discusses a life spent celebrating creativity in its many forms. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, April 11, 2022
Best of Design Matters: Gabrielle Hamilton
Chef and writer Gabrielle Hamilton talks dueling artistic passions—and how she has found balance and focus in her creative journey. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, April 04, 2022
Best of Design Matters: Cheryl Strayed
Cheryl Strayed battled through remarkable adversity—and the most intense of hikes—to emerge as one of the best American writers working today. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, March 28, 2022
Best of Design Matters: Bobbi Brown
Bobbi Brown had a revolutionary idea: to create a natural-look makeup line that would make people feel like the best version of themselves. She launched it from her home to overnight success, and today is back with her blockbuster clean DTC brand, Jones Road. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, March 21, 2022
Best of Design Matters: Nick Cave & Bob Faust
Nick Cave and Bob Faust discuss the incredible life of creativity, courageousness and community they have built together. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, March 14, 2022
Best of Design Matters: Jacqueline Woodson
In her inspiring creative journey, author Jacqueline Woodson went from struggling with words as a child to mastering them today. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, March 07, 2022
Best of Design Matters: Adam Grant
In an illuminating and cerebral discussion, Adam Grant discusses his new book “Think Again: The Power of Knowing What You Don't Know”—and the value of checking in and checking up on yourself. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, February 28, 2022
Best of Design Matters: Karen Finley
Karen Finley reflects on her legendary performance pieces, censorship and decades of groundbreaking work—and the sheer joy in creating art. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, February 21, 2022
Best of Design Matters: Glennon Doyle & Abby Wambach
Soccer star Abby Wambach and author Glennon Doyle discuss their striking first meeting, falling in love as pen pals, addiction and sobriety, and the art of speaking out and speaking up. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Thu, February 17, 2022
Best of Design Matters: Bisa Butler
Fiber artist Bisa Butler discusses the AfriCOBRA tradition, the artistic breakthrough that led to her finding her voice, and the process behind her amazing life-size works. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, February 14, 2022
Best of Design Matters: Lisa Taddeo
From The Last Days of Heath Ledger to Lebron James to the title characters of THREE WOMEN, writer Lisa Taddeo’s words have captured her subjects in extraordinary and enlightening ways. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Thu, February 10, 2022
Best of Design Matters: Sarah Kay
Sarah Kay thrives in poetry on and off the stage—and here, she discusses the immense power of the craft. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, February 07, 2022
Best of Design Matters: Shirley Manson
After a lifetime on stage, musician Shirley Manson reflects on the extraordinary ways she sees the world today. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Thu, February 03, 2022
Best of Design Matters: Pete Souza
Pete Souza has taken photographs for National Geographic, Life Magazine, and other dream outlets, leading to his ultimate subject as Chief Official White House Photographer, Barack Obama. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, January 31, 2022
Best of Design Matters: Priya Parker
Priya Parker discusses the art of gatherings—and how we can truly take the events that punctuate our lives to the next level. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Thu, January 27, 2022
Best of Design Matters: Edwin Schlossberg
A master at creating interactive, immersive experiences—Edwin Schlossberg joins to talk about his artwork and the 40th anniversary of his firm, ESI Design. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, January 24, 2022
Best of Design Matters: Kaki King
Rolling Stones has called Kaki King a genre unto herself—she joins to talk about her career path and even plays a song or two. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Thu, January 20, 2022
Best of Design Matters: Richard Saul Wurman
Making information understandable both for himself and others—TED founder and author of numerous books, Richard Saul Wurman, joins to talk about education. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, January 17, 2022
Best of Design Matters: Deborah Kass
Artist Deborah Kass joins to talk about her extraordinary career, examining the interactions of politics, pop culture, art history, and identity within a Pop art sensibility. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Thu, January 13, 2022
Best of Design Matters: Sarah Jones
Known for her multi-character, one-person Broadway hit Bridge & Tunnel —Sarah Jones joins to talk about identity, community, social justice, and her relationship with her characters. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, January 10, 2022
Best of Design Matters: Brian Koppelman
Brian Koppelman joins to talk about his remarkable life, sharing why he became a writer after years of working as a record promoter and producer. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Thu, January 06, 2022
Best of Design Matters: Roz Chast
Roz Chast joins to talk about her remarkable life and how she earned a coveted spot as a cartoonist for The New Yorker. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, January 03, 2022
Best of Design Matters: Krista Tippett
Debbie Millman talks with Krista Tippett about her religious orientation, her struggle with depression, and why it's so hard to understand our historical moment. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Fri, December 31, 2021
Best of Design Matters: Simon Sinek
“To see your team achieve more than they thought they were capable of, that they will advance the organization further than you even imagined—because they believe, and they are grateful, and they’re inspired—it’s all worth it. All the sacrifices. It always is.” —Simon Sinek Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, December 27, 2021
Design Matters: Best of 2021
On this special episode of Design Matters, we take a look back at 2021, revel in the collective brilliance of Catherine Opie, Ethan Hawke, Randa Jarrar, Nick Offerman, and Susan Orlean. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Thu, December 23, 2021
Best of Design Matters: Wendy MacNaughton and Caroline Paul
Illustrator and author duo Wendy MacNaughton and Caroline Paul join to talk about their book, “Lost Cat: A True Story of Love, Desperation, and GPS Technology.” Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, December 20, 2021
Best of Design Matters: Hrishikesh Hirway
From practicing on his first piano—drawn on a piece of paper—to recording albums and launching the podcast and Netflix show “Song Exploder,” Hrishikesh Hirway has lived a marvelous life of music. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Thu, December 16, 2021
Best of Design Matters: Amy Webb
Named “one of the five women changing the world” by Forbes—Amy Webb advises CEOs of the world’s most-admired companies, three-star admirals and generals, and the senior leadership of central banks and intergovernmental organizations, helping them prepare for complex futures. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, December 13, 2021
Anita Hill
Thirty years ago, Anita Hill became a household name and a hero for many women when she told the world about how Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas sexually harassed her at work. Today, she joins to talk about her extraordinary life and her new book, “Believing: Our Thirty-Year Journey to End Gender Violence.” Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Thu, December 09, 2021
Best of Design Matters: Jason Kottke
Founded in 1998, kottke.org is one of the oldest blogs on the web. It’s written and produced by Jason Kottke and covers the essential people, inventions, performances, and ideas that increase the collective adjacent possible of humanity. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, December 06, 2021
Michael Stipe
Michael Stipe joins to talk about his remarkable life, photography practice, and career as the lead singer and lyricist for the band R.E.M. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Thu, December 02, 2021
Best of Design Matters: Roman Mars
Roman Mars is the host and creator of 99% Invisible, a sound-rich, narrative podcast about the unnoticed architecture and design that shape our world. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, November 29, 2021
Keenan Scott II
A playwright, poet, actor, director, and producer—Keenan Scott II joins to discuss his powerful and captivating Broadway play “Thoughts of a Colored Man.” Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Thu, November 25, 2021
Best of Design Matters: Dr. Dori Tunstall
Dr. Dori Tunstall joined OCAD University in 2016 as Dean of Design. She is a design anthropologist, public intellectual, and design advocate who works at the intersections of critical theory, culture, and design. She leads the Cultures-Based Innovation Initiative focused on using old ways of knowing to drive innovation processes that directly benefit communities. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, November 22, 2021
Ai Weiwei
Ai Weiwei joins to discuss his new memoir “1000 Years of Joys and Sorrows,” depicting a century-long epic tale of China told through a story of his family. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Thu, November 18, 2021
Best of Design Matters: Rob Walker
Rob Walker discusses his interest in death and how our digital records remain online, being shy and how this influenced his decision to become a journalist, writing about the sleeved blanket known as the snuggie, and the wish to brand the idea of "be happy for what you have." Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, November 15, 2021
Ashley C. Ford
Ashley C. Ford joins to discuss her memoir “Somebody’s Daughter,” capturing a complex childhood shaped by family secrets, incarceration, and resilience. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Thu, November 11, 2021
From the Archive: Massimo Vignelli
Legendary graphic designer Massimo Vignelli, best-known for creating the iconic New York City subway map, discusses intellectual elegance, education, love, the pitfalls of marketing, and his long career in design. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, November 08, 2021
Toshi Reagon
Shaped by music and activism, Toshi Reagon reflects on her upbringing and remarkable career writing, playing, singing, and producing music. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, November 01, 2021
Nick Offerman
Reflecting on his remarkable life and career, Nick Offerman shares his insights on acting, marriage and the current state of the world. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, October 25, 2021
Alisa Cohn
Alisa Cohn—named Top Startup Coach in the World—shares her secrets, insights and strategies from nearly 20 years of turning startup founders into world-class CEOs. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, October 18, 2021
Adam J. Kurtz
Adam J. Kurtz delves into the human experience and explores the duality of time—everything changes, yet tomorrow isn’t promised—in his new book, “You Are Here (For Now).” Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, October 11, 2021
Amy Koppelman
Amy Koppelman penned A Mouthful of Air, a powerful novel years ahead of its time—and now, 20 years on, she discusses the film version of it she directed that hits theaters this month. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, October 04, 2021
Rickie Lee Jones
Long a believer in the impossible, Rickie Lee Jones has lived an extraordinary life of song. Here, she reflects on five decades of making music. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, September 27, 2021
Jonathan Fields
What makes you feel most alive? Jonathan Fields is here to help you figure it out—and infuse it into your career in truly transformative ways. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, September 20, 2021
Dorie Clark
In our short-term world, Dorie Clark is proof positive that there’s incredible power in long-term strategy—and here she riffs on her new book, “The Long Game.” Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, September 13, 2021
Catherine Opie
At 8 years old, Catherine Opie realized “that history is made within an image culture”—and here, she discusses her incredible life as a photographer driven by culture. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, September 06, 2021
Design Matters From the Archive: V (Formerly Eve Ensler)
After surviving intense abuse as a child, V grew up to pen powerful prose and plays—and today fights for women suffering around the world. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, August 30, 2021
Design Matters From the Archive: Seth Godin
In his third Design Matters interview, writer Seth Godin riffs on his 20th book—“The Practice”—a milestone text exploring creativity and the sheer power of doing the work and putting it out into the world. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, August 23, 2021
Carly Kuhn
From the Groundlings and “Chelsea Lately” to fashion illustration, textile work and beyond, Carly Kuhn—aka The Cartorialist—may not have set out to become an artist, but she became a brilliant one. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, August 16, 2021
Quiara Alegría Hudes
After dreaming of becoming a musician, Quiara Alegría Hudes found her true future on the page—and in such works as “My Broken Language” and “In the Heights.” Here, the Pulitzer winner meditates on the many muses that were instrumental in her becoming the creative she is today. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, August 09, 2021
Suneel Gupta
Forging on past failure, Suneel Gupta began to ask wildly successful people about their less-successful moments—and that laid the foundation for his own career highs, not to mention his new book that helps anyone with a great idea become Backable . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, August 02, 2021
Bobbi Brown
Bobbi Brown had a revolutionary idea: to create a natural-look makeup line that would make people feel like the best version of themselves. She launched it from her home to overnight success, and today is back with her blockbuster clean DTC brand, Jones Road. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, July 26, 2021
Design Matters From the Archive: Claire Danes
At 10, she announced that money or no money, she would be true to her art—and there was no plan B. And, well, actress Claire Danes stuck to it. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, July 19, 2021
Design Matters From the Archive: Bisa Butler
Fiber artist Bisa Butler discusses the AfriCOBRA tradition, the artistic breakthrough that led to her finding her voice, and the process behind her amazing life-size works. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, July 12, 2021
Design Matters From the Archive: Miranda July
Writer, director and actress Miranda July discusses the surreality of releasing a surreal movie in an even more surreal time—and the eternal magic of kissing, cakes and clothes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, July 05, 2021
Jonny Sun
Feeling like an outsider, Jonny Sun turned to performance, comedy and Twitter—eventually channeling his thoughts into Jomny Sun and his signature Aliebn, and now his beautifully, happily sad book, “Goodbye, Again.” Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, June 28, 2021
Design Matters: Celebrating Pride
Alison Bechdel. Eileen Myles. Kenny Fries. Saeed Jones. Four icons reflect on their journeys in this special Pride episode of Design Matters. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, June 21, 2021
Ping Zhu
Ping Zhu’s parents were afraid her interest in illustration might just be a phase … and then she landed her first assignment ever at The New York Times. Here, she discusses her brilliant career trajectory. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, June 14, 2021
Fabien Baron
Fabien Baron wanted to follow in his father’s footsteps—so he dropped out of school to conquer the magazine world, and has since realized that storytelling is at the core of everything he does, including his latest passion: film. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, June 07, 2021
Susan Orlean
Susan Orlean takes what appears to be ordinary corners of everyday life—and brings them to the page with startling wonderment and wit. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, May 31, 2021
Nick Cave & Bob Faust
Nick Cave and Bob Faust discuss the incredible life of creativity, courageousness and community they have built together. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, May 24, 2021
Tavi Gevinson
She was a teenage media mogul—and now her story extends to the page and the stage … not to mention the reboot of “Gossip Girl.” Get to know Tavi Gevinson. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, May 17, 2021
Beeple
Beeple began creating a new piece of art each day with his aptly titled “everydays” series … which ultimately led to an astonishing $69 million NFT sale. Here, he breaks down how it all happened. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, May 10, 2021
Futura
Across 50 years in the art scene, Futura has undergone a brilliant evolution from graffiti prodigy to design master. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, May 03, 2021
Tanya Selvaratnam
Tanya Selvaratnam has said that when life throws you lemons, make art—and she has profoundly done just that in the face of unimaginable circumstances over the course of a long career blending activism and creativity. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, April 26, 2021
Ethan Hawke
From the profound experience of making “Dead Poets Society” to the “Before” trilogy and his marvelous new book, Ethan Hawke discusses a life spent celebrating creativity in its many forms. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, April 19, 2021
Design Matters From the Archive: Lisa Congdon
From finding and focusing in on your artistic voice to staying passionate and purposefully driven, creative sherpa Lisa Congdon once again helps listeners take their work to new heights. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, April 12, 2021
Design Matters From the Archive: Robert Wong
Robert Wong ditched accounting and pursued his artistic dreams, criss-crossing the world before co-creating the innovative Google Creative Lab. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, April 05, 2021
Design Matters From the Archive: Ira Glass
From creativity to creative struggles and what makes or breaks a “This American Life” story, Ira Glass reflects on a career in the airwaves. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, March 29, 2021
Robyn Kanner
Robyn Kanner’s sponsor asked what her goals were. She said she was going to elect the next president of the United States. And in this episode exploring her powerful journey, she breaks down how she helped do exactly that. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, March 22, 2021
Randa Jarrar
Randa Jarrar has made the world a sexier and more thoughtful place—and on this episode, she discusses her powerful new memoir, "My Love is an Ex-Country." Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, March 15, 2021
Jacqueline Woodson
In her inspiring creative journey, author Jacqueline Woodson went from struggling with words as a child to mastering them today. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, March 08, 2021
David Byrne
The legendary David Byrne reflects on his formative years, the mystery that underpins making music, and his cathartic Broadway experience, “American Utopia.” Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, March 01, 2021
Jenna Lyons
From her trend-setting career with J.Crew to the medley of new projects she has launched over the past year, Jenna Lyons has perpetually made the world a more stylish, joyful place. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, February 22, 2021
Adam Grant
In an illuminating and cerebral discussion, Adam Grant discusses his new book “Think Again: The Power of Knowing What You Don't Know”—and the value of checking in and checking up on yourself. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, February 15, 2021
Design Matters From the Archive: Marilyn Minter
Sex, power, feminism—Marilyn Minter reflects on her rise, being banished from the art world, and her return and personal revolution. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, February 08, 2021
Design Matters From the Archive: Esther Perel
Esther Perel explores the fascinating design of marriage, modern intimacy and relationships—and the complex dynamics of infidelity. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, February 01, 2021
Design Matters From the Archive: Brené Brown
Belonging. Human connection. Vulnerability. Failure. Perseverance. On this episode, Brené Brown discusses the highs and lows of her creative journey—and the essential elements of a life lived bravely. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, January 25, 2021
Design Matters From the Archive: Marina Abramović
Marina Abramović reflects on all the moments that made her the performance genius that she is today—in which the artist is, indeed, utterly present. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, January 11, 2021
Hrishikesh Hirway
From practicing on his first piano—drawn on a piece of paper—to recording albums and launching the podcast and Netflix show “Song Exploder,” Hrishikesh Hirway has lived a marvelous life of music. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, December 28, 2020
Best of 2020
On this special episode of Design Matters, we take a look back at 2020, revel in the collective brilliance of Bisa Butler, Miranda July, Marilyn Minter and V—and close the year out with a performance by Lucy Wainwright Roche. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, December 21, 2020
Wael Morcos & Jonathan Key
Hailing from Lebanon and Alabama, respectively, Wael Morcos and Jonathan Key discuss their amazing journeys that coalesced into their groundbreaking design work as MorcosKey today. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, December 14, 2020
Karen Finley
Karen Finley reflects on her legendary performance pieces, censorship and decades of groundbreaking work—and the sheer joy in creating art. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, December 07, 2020
Laurie Haycock Makela
Laurie Haycock Makela discusses her revolutionary typography days at Cranbrook with Scott Makela, surviving two brain hemorrhages—and arriving at “the project of a lifetime.” Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, November 30, 2020
Seth Godin
In his third Design Matters interview, writer Seth Godin riffs on his 20th book—“The Practice”—a milestone text exploring creativity and the sheer power of doing the work and putting it out into the world. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, November 23, 2020
Design Matters From the Archive: Thomas Page McBee
In his extraordinary journey, Thomas Page McBee traversed trauma and wound up in the ring at Madison Square Garden, brimming with a host of wisdoms on gender, identity, feminism and masculinity. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, November 16, 2020
Design Matters Live: Gemma O'Brien
From a life-changing letterpress moment to early viral fame and the current COVID crossroads, Gemma O’Brien remains a master of illustrious letterforms. Recorded live at Adobe Max. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, November 09, 2020
Design Matters From the Archive: Malcolm Gladwell
Malcolm Gladwell discusses his book "Talking to Strangers”—and how we default to truth … but not necessarily the whole truth. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, November 02, 2020
Glennon Doyle & Abby Wambach
Soccer star Abby Wambach and author Glennon Doyle discuss their striking first meeting, falling in love as pen pals, addiction and sobriety, and the art of speaking out and speaking up. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, October 26, 2020
Design Matters From the Archive: Tiffany Shlain
Tiffany Shlain completely unplugs from technology one day a week—and week after week, it completely refuels her creative well. Here, she reveals how the rest of us can take our own Tech Shabbat. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, October 19, 2020
Miranda July
Writer, director and actress Miranda July discusses the surreality of releasing a surreal movie in an even more surreal time—and the eternal magic of kissing, cakes and clothes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, October 12, 2020
Design Matters from the Archive: Sarah Kay
Debbie talks to performance poet Sarah Kay about teaching people to write. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, October 05, 2020
Design Matters from the Archive: Priya Parker
On this pre-pandemic archive episode, Debbie talks to Priya Parker about meetings and gatherings and why so many of them don’t work. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, September 28, 2020
Design Matters from the Archive: Lynda Barry
On this archive episode cartoonist Lynda Barry talks to Debbie about learning how to draw, and the damaging effects of one’s own opinion. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tue, September 22, 2020
Jacqueline Novogratz
On this episode, Jacqueline Novogratz talks about her long career fighting poverty around the world. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tue, September 15, 2020
Claire Danes
On this episode Claire Danes talks to Debbie about her long career, and what she learned about spies from playing one. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, September 07, 2020
Bisa Butler
On this episode, artist Bisa Butler talks to Debbie about her career, and about how making a quilted portrait of her grandmother led to an artistic breakthrough. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, August 31, 2020
Michael R. Jackson
On this episode, Debbie talks to Michael R. Jackson about his latest musical, which is about a gay man trying to write a musical. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, August 24, 2020
Fanny Singer
Debbie talks to Fanny Singer about her career writing about art and food, and about cooking in the time of Coronavirus. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, August 03, 2020
Maurice Cherry
On this episode, Debbie talks with Maurice Cherry about his education and career, and about why the profession of graphic design has been so slow to acknowledge Black designers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, July 20, 2020
Gabrielle Hamilton
On this episode Debbie talks to Gabrielle Hamilton about her career as a chef, and as a late-blooming writer. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, July 13, 2020
Mauro Porcini
Debbie talks to Mauro Porcini, Chief Design Officer at Pepsico, about his childhood and his corporate work. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, July 06, 2020
V
Debbie talks with V (formerly known as Eve Ensler) about her abusive father and how feminism has shaped her career. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, June 29, 2020
Katherine Gehl + Michael Porter
Debbie talks to Katherine Gehl and Michael Porter about their program for redesigning our politics. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, June 22, 2020
Kathryn Gallagher
Debbie talks with Kathryn Gallager about her young career as an actor/singer/songwriter and about trauma on and off the stage. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, June 15, 2020
Design Matters with Debbie Millman: It's Nice That
Debbie talks to the design duo of Alex Bec and Will Hudson of It’s Nice That about their close friendship, long collaboration, and about what they’ve learned along the way. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, June 08, 2020
Ina Mayhew
Debbie talks to Ina Mayhew about her career designing for movies and tv shows, and about how the virus may change the very nature of her profession. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, June 01, 2020
Cheryl Strayed
Debbie talks to author Cheryl Strayed about her childhood, her career, and about the value of taking a very long hike. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, May 25, 2020
Design Matters from the Archive: Tea Uglow
Debbie talks with Tea Uglow about experimental digital projects that are pushing the boundaries of tech and art. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, May 18, 2020
Design Matters from the Archive: Lisa Taddeo
Debbie talks with writer Lisa Taddeo about sex and desire. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, May 11, 2020
Design Matters From the Archive: Barry Blitt
Last week Barry Blitt was awarded the Pulitzer Prize in journalism for editorial cartooning. Debbie to him about where his ideas come from. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, April 13, 2020
Ira Glass
Walking is a form of creative trespassing, like tourism for the psyche. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, April 06, 2020
Marilyn Minter
Debbie talks with artist Marilyn Minter about bringing her skills to the political arena, the ups and downs of her career, and the use of sexual imagery in her work. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, March 30, 2020
Design Matters at 15: Esther Perel
Debbie talks to therapist and author Esther Perel about marriage, polyamory, and adultery. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, March 23, 2020
Design Matters at 15: David Cay Johnston
David Cay Johnston talks to Debbie about the fun of investigative journalism. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, March 16, 2020
Design Matters at 15: Elizabeth Alexander
Debbie talks to Elizabeth about the journey of her extraordinary life and about how death makes us think about what we truly value. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, March 09, 2020
Robert Wong
On this episode Debbie talks to Robert Wong, the executive creative director of Google Creative Lab. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, March 02, 2020
The Table is Turned: Roxane Gay Interviews Debbie Millman
This episode of Design Matters with Debbie Millman was recorded live at WNYC's Green Space as part of a celebration of 15 years of the podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, February 24, 2020
Amber Tamblyn
A live conversation at WNYC’s Green Space with actor and poet Amber Tamblyn. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, February 17, 2020
Lucy Wainwright Roche
A conversation with Lucy Wainwright Roche about her musical family, her career as a singer-songwriter, and her musical tastes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, February 10, 2020
Chanel Miller
A conversation with Chanel Miller about rape culture. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, February 03, 2020
Tosh Hall
A conversation with designer Tosh Hall about how to work with established brands. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, January 27, 2020
Chani Nicholas
On this episode: a conversation with Chani Nicholas about her life in astrology. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, January 20, 2020
Robert Fabricant + Cliff Kuang
On this episode Debbie talks to two designers about the history of user-friendly design and the importance of designing for feedback. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, January 13, 2020
Tatiana Schlossberg
On this episode, Debbie talks to journalist Tatiana Schlossberg about what we can do, as individuals, about climate change. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, January 06, 2020
Jessica Hische
A conversation with Jessica Hische about her career, especially after having kids. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, December 30, 2019
Lawrence Azerrad
On this episode, a conversation with Lawrence Azerrad about the design of the Concorde. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, December 23, 2019
Best of 2019
On this episode, some coming of age stories Debbie had during 2019. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, December 16, 2019
Thomas Page McBee
On this episode Debbie talks to Thomas Page McBee about masculinity, from the point of view of a trans man. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, December 09, 2019
Tiffany Shlain
On this episode Debbie talks to Tiffany Shlain about how cell phones have taken over our lives. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, December 02, 2019
Michael Dorf
On this episode Debbie talks to music impresario and restaurateur Michael Dorf. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, November 25, 2019
Lisa Congdon
On this episode, a conversation with artist and illustrator Lisa Congdon about getting started creatively. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, November 18, 2019
Saeed Jones
On this epsiode, a conversation with poet Saeed Jones about his memoir and about memory. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, November 11, 2019
Malcolm Gladwell
On this episode a conversation with Malcolm Gladwell about why it is so easy to be fooled by dishonest people. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Fri, November 08, 2019
Steven Heller
On this episode, a conversation with Steven Heller, about the long and troubled history of the swastika. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, November 04, 2019
Chris Ware + Chip Kidd
On this episode Debbie talks to designer Chip Kidd and his good friend, graphic novelist Chris Ware. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, October 28, 2019
Lynda Barry
On this episode cartoonist Lynda Barry talks about learning how to draw, and the damaging effects of one’s own opinion. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, October 21, 2019
Warren Lehrer
Writer, artist, and designer Warren Lehrer talks to Debbie about the intersection of images and letters and about the future of books. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, October 14, 2019
Elissa Altman
On this episode Elissa Altman talks to Debbie about life, food, love, and the new book she wrote on the difficult relationship she has with her mother. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, October 07, 2019
Derren Brown
Debbie talks to Derren Brown about his risky stage performances as a mentalist and illusionist. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, September 30, 2019
Lisa Taddeo
Debbie talks with writer Lisa Taddeo about sex and desire. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, September 23, 2019
Brian Rea
Debbie talks to illustrator Brian Rea about the Grim Reaper. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, September 16, 2019
From the Archive: Simon Doonan
Debbie talks to Simon Doonan about his unlikely career and his formula for creative window displays. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, September 09, 2019
From the Archive: Amy Sherald
Debbie talks to portrait painter Amy Sherald about her emotionally evocative work. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, August 26, 2019
From the Archive: Pete Souza
Debbie Millman talks with Pete Souza about his years as the Obama administration official photographer. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, August 19, 2019
From the Archive: Chrisoph Niemann
Debbie talks to illustrator Christoph Niemann about his singular career as an artistic superhero. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, August 12, 2019
David Lee Roth
Debbie talks to David Lee Roth about his childhood, about his long career and his new skincare business, and about how he has avoided crashing, like so many other rock stars. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, August 05, 2019
Austin Kleon
Debbie talks with Austin Kleon, who describes himself as ‘a writer who draws’. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, July 29, 2019
Zoe Mendelson
Debbie talks to writer and activist Zoe Mendelson about the importance of sexual knowledge for women. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, July 22, 2019
Lori Gottlieb
Debbie talks with author and therapist Lori Gottlieb about the importance of emotional awareness. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, July 15, 2019
Stephen Gates
Debbie talks with designer Stephen Gates about why it’s important for a brand not to be liked by everybody. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, July 08, 2019
Seth
Debbie talks with Seth, the artist behind the book Palookaville, about why his generation of cartoonists broke away from fantasy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, June 17, 2019
Tea Uglow
Debbie talks with Tea Uglow about experimental digital projects that are pushing the boundaries of tech and art. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, May 27, 2019
Elizabeth Gilbert
Debbie talks with Elizabeth Gilbert, the author of Eat, Pray, Love about the love of her life and her latest book City of Girls. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, May 20, 2019
Shantell Martin
Debbie talks with artist Shantell Martin about her unorthodox career, her collaborations, and about the business of making art. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, May 13, 2019
Kris Holmes
Debbie talks to calligrapher and type designer Kris Holmes, the co-creator of the Lucida typeface family. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, May 06, 2019
Roxane Gay
Debbie talks to writer Roxane Gay about loneliness, social media, and self-exposure. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, April 29, 2019
Cey Adams
Debbie talks to Cey Adams about how his days writing graffiti led to a major career as a designer for hip hop acts and as an artist. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, April 08, 2019
From the Archive: Anand Giridharadas
Debbie Millman talks to journalist Anand Giridharadas about his career, about a divided America, and about tech monopolies. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, April 01, 2019
From the Archive: Brené Brown
Debbie talks to author and researcher Brené Brown about belonging, courage, and vulnerability. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, March 25, 2019
From the Archive: Christina Tosi
Debbie talks with pastry chef and Milk Bar founder Christina Tosi about her career and long apprenticeship. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, March 18, 2019
From the Archive: Anne Lamott
Debbie talks with writer Anne Lamott about her life and her long career. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, March 11, 2019
Jamie Myrold
Debbie talks with designer Jamie Myrold about great problems to solve. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, March 04, 2019
James Victore
On this episode of Design Matters with Debbie Millman designer James Victore talks about leading a creative life. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, February 25, 2019
Ingrid Fetell Lee
Debbie talks to designer and writer Ingrid Fetell Lee about joy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, February 18, 2019
Dustin Yellin
Debbie talks to Dustin Yellin about his busy life making art, while also running a non-profit cultural center. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, February 11, 2019
Kate Moross
Debbie talks to designer, illustrator, and art director Kate Moross about her early success, her projects, and the importance of over-delivering. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, February 04, 2019
Chase Jarvis
Debbie talks to Chase Jarvis about his career as a photographer and entrepreneur. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, January 28, 2019
Bo Burnham + Elsie Fisher
Debbie talks to Bo Burnham about his film Eighth Grade, and the young star of that movie, Elsie Fisher. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, January 21, 2019
Scott Belsky
Debbie talks to Scott Belsky about why creative conflict can lead to good decision making. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, January 14, 2019
Dani Shapiro
Novelist and memoirist Dani Shapiro talks to Debbie Millman about her surprising genetic inheritance. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, January 07, 2019
Jocelyn K. Glei
Jocelyn K. Glei talks to Debbie about how the internet can lead to burnout. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, December 31, 2018
Josh Higgins
Josh Higgins talks to Debbie Millman about how to design software products that become popular with users. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, December 24, 2018
Alice Rawsthorn
Debbie talks to Alice Rawsthorn about the growing status of design. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, December 17, 2018
Sarah Kay
Debbie talks to performance poet Sarah Kay about teaching people to write. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, December 10, 2018
Christoph Niemann
Debbie talks to illustrator Christoph Niemann about his singular career as an artistic superhero. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, December 03, 2018
Shirley Manson
Debbie talks to singer-songwriter Shirley Manson about her career, her music, and the long road that got her where she is today. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, November 26, 2018
Christina Tosi
Debbie talks with pastry chef and Milk Bar founder Christina Tosi about her career and long apprenticeship. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, November 19, 2018
Albert Watson
Debbie talks with famed photographer Albert Watson about his career and about the importance of preparing conceptually for a shoot. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, November 12, 2018
Thelma Golden
Debbie talks to museum director Thelma Golden about the power of curation. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, November 05, 2018
Anne Lamott
Debbie talks with writer Anne Lamott about her life and her long career. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, October 29, 2018
Pete Souza
Debbie Millman talks with Pete Sousza about his years as the Obama administration official photographer. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, October 22, 2018
Paul Sahre
Debbie talks to designer Paul Sahre about the power of saying no to clients, and about a meeting with Steely Dan that went off the rails. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, October 15, 2018
Patricia Cronin
Debbie talks to Patricia Cronin about art and politics. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, October 08, 2018
Michael Ovitz
Debbie talks to Michael Ovitz about his long and controversial career as a Hollywood power broker. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, October 01, 2018
Beth Comstock
Debbie talks to Beth Comstock about her career at General Electric and how big companies can innovate. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, September 24, 2018
Design Matters from the Archive: Deborah Kass
Debbie talks to artist Deborah Kass about her long and extraordinary career. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, September 17, 2018
Design Matters from the Archive: Brian Collins
Debbie talks to Brian Collins about why designers shouldn’t think of themselves as mere problem solvers.
Mon, September 10, 2018
Design Matters from the Archive: Aaron Draplin
Debbie talks for Aaron Draplin about setting up his own shop, and about making money as a designer. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, September 03, 2018
Design Matters from the Archive: Esther Perel
Debbie talks to therapist and author Esther Perel about marriage, polyamory, and adultry. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, August 27, 2018
Design Matters from the Archive: Simon Sinek
Debbie talks to optimist, ethnographer, and author Simon Sinek about the fruits of good leadership. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, August 20, 2018
Design Matters from the Archive: Thomas Kail
Debbie talks to Hamilton director Thomas Kail about his career and about the joys of collaboration. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, August 13, 2018
Design Matters from the Archive: Cindy Gallop
Debbie talks to Cindy Gallop about her career in advertising and about the trouble people have communicating about sex. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, August 06, 2018
Barry Blitt
Debbie talks to New Yorker celebrated cover artist Barry Blitt about where his ideas come from. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, July 30, 2018
Neville Brody
On this episode, Debbie brings the great English designer, typographer, and art director Neville Brody to the stage. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, July 23, 2018
Paula Scher
“...The thing about your fifties is you have power...all those people you grew up with, they’re in their fifties too and they’ve got power, so they can actually give you some decent work.” Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, July 16, 2018
Steven Heller
Debbie talks to author and art director Steven Heller live on stage. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, July 09, 2018
Matthew Carter
Debbie talks to the great type designer Matthew Carter live on stage. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, July 02, 2018
Laurie Anderson
Debbie Millman brings artist Laurie Anderson live on stage to discuss her career, art, life, and politics. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, June 25, 2018
Amy Sherald
Debbie talks to portrait painter Amy Sherald about her emotionally evocative work. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, June 18, 2018
Lewis Lapham
On this episode Debbie talks to Lewis Lapham about his long career in journalism and the media landscape today. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, June 11, 2018
Carmen Maria Machado
Debbie talks to writer Carmen Maria Machado about her writing, life, career, and the importance of ego. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, June 04, 2018
Aminatou Sow
Debbie talks to Aminatou Sow about her podcast and her career in tech. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, May 28, 2018
Erin McKeown
Debbie talks to muscian, playwright, and activist Erin McKeown about the ups and downs in her career, and about writing a musical for the first time. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, May 21, 2018
Priya Parker
Debbie talks to author and conflict resolution mediator Priya Parker about meetings and gatherings and why so many of them don’t work. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, May 14, 2018
Jack Ferver
Debbie talks to performance artist and dancer Jack Ferver about his career in dance theater and the politics in his work. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, May 07, 2018
Pamela Paul
Debbie Millman talks with author and editor Pamela Paul about books and book reviewing. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, April 30, 2018
Anand Giridharadas
Debbie Millman talks to journalist Anand Giridharadas about his career, about a divided America, and about tech monopolies. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, April 23, 2018
David Spergel
Debbie talks to astrophysicist David Spergel about the origins of the universe. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, April 16, 2018
Edel Rodriguez
Debbie talks to Edel Rodriguez about his career and his celebrated illustrations of Donald Trump. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, April 09, 2018
Simon Doonan
On this episode, Debbie talks to Simon Doonan about his unlikely career and his formula for creative window displays. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, April 02, 2018
Richard Haines
Debbie talks to Richard Haines about his late blooming career as an illustrator. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, March 26, 2018
Nick Law
On this episode Debbie talks to Nick Law about working through failure. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, March 19, 2018
David Korins
On this episode, Debbie talks with set designer David Korins about his impressive career on Broadway, his design process, and his latest projects. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, March 12, 2018
Sukey Novogratz
On this episode, Debbie talks to Sukey Novogratz about meditation and recovery from trauma. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, March 05, 2018
Edwin Schlossberg
On this episode, Debbie talks to interactive designer Edwin Schlossberg about his career and about the time he asked a Vatican archivist why they had cataloged so little of their historical treasures. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, February 26, 2018
Steven Pinker
On this episode, Debbie talks to experimental psychologist and author Steven Pinker about measuring human happiness.. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, February 19, 2018
Kaki King
On this episode, Debbie talks to musician Kaki King about performing and composing. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, February 12, 2018
David Cay Johnston
On this episode, Debbie talks to David Cay Johnston about the fun of investigative journalism. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, January 15, 2018
Design Matters 2017 Highlights
Debbie looks back at some of her favorite highlights of 2017 including Thomas Kail, Elizabeth Alexander, Mike Mills, Sarah Jones, Anil Dash, and Brian Koppelman. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tue, December 26, 2017
Barry Blitt
Debbie talks to New Yorker celebrated cover artist Barry Blitt about where his ideas come from. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, December 18, 2017
Richard Saul Wurman
Debbie talks to TED founder Richard Saul Wurman about learning and education. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, December 11, 2017
Marina Abramović
Debbie talks to performance artist Marina Abramović about her career, her art, and her incredible body of work. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, December 11, 2017
Catie Lazarus
Debbie talks to podcast host, comic, and comedy writer Catie Lazarus about comedy, and about the grey area of comedians telling off-color jokes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, December 04, 2017
Tim Ferriss
Debbie talks to four time New York Times best selling author Tim Ferriss about depression, suicide, and major changes in his life. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, November 27, 2017
Mike Mills
Debbie talks to artist and filmmaker Mike Mills about his career and his formative influences. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, November 20, 2017
Deborah Kass
Debbie talks to artist Deborah Kass about her long and extraordinary career. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, November 13, 2017
Kenny Fries
Debbie Millman talks to writer Kenny Fries about living with, and writing about disability. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, November 06, 2017
Emma Donoghue
Debbie talks to novelist Emma Donoghue about gender, race, and the value of fiction. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, October 30, 2017
Esther Perel
Debbie talks to therapist and author Esther Perel about marriage, polyamory, and adultry. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, October 23, 2017
Brené Brown
Debbie talks to author and researcher Brené Brown about belonging, courage, and vulnerability. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, October 16, 2017
Thomas Kail
Debbie talks to director Thomas Kail about his career and about the joys of collaboration. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, October 09, 2017
Design Matters from the Archive: James Victore
Debbie talks to James Victore about his apprenticeship in graphic design, about the role of opinion in his work, and about his suspicions of surface beauty and polish. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, October 02, 2017
Design Matters from the Archive: Marian Bantjes
Debbie Millman talks to Marian Bantjes about her daring typography and her highly ornamental design. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, September 25, 2017
Design Matters From The Archive: Massimo Vignelli
Debbie talked to Massimo Vignelli about his favorite typeface, his fight against vulgarity and meaningless design, and what he means by forceful design. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, September 25, 2017
Design Matters From The Archive: Massimo Vignelli
Debbie talked to Massimo Vignelli about his favorite typeface, his fight against vulgarity and meaningless design, and what he means by forceful design. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, September 11, 2017
Design Matters from the Archive: Brian Koppelman
Debbie talks to Billions show runner Brian Koppelman about why he became a writer after years as a record promoter and producer. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, September 04, 2017
Design Matters from the Archive: Eileen Myles
Debbie talks to poet Eileen Myles about poetry, fame, and politics. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, August 28, 2017
Design Matters from the Archive: Cindy Gallop
Debbie talks to Cindy Gallop about her career in advertising and about the trouble people have communicating about sex. “People therefore find it bizarrely difficult to talk about sex with the people they’re having it with while they are actually having it.” Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, August 21, 2017
Design Matters from the Archive: Adam J. Kurtz
Debbie Millman talks to Adam J. Kurtz about designing for psychological health. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, August 14, 2017
Design Matters from the Archive: Gail Bichler
Debbie talks to Gail Bichler about magazine design and the role of the magazine cover in the digital age. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, August 07, 2017
Design Matters from the Archive: Alison Bechdel
Debbie talks to Alison Bechdel about how identifying herself as a lesbian when she was young led her into a career as a cartoonist. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, July 31, 2017
Design Matters from the Archive: Lisa Congdon
Debbie talks with artist and writer Lisa Congdon about how she sometimes felt like an imposter.
Mon, July 24, 2017
Design Matters from the Archive: Anil Dash
Debbie talks to Anil Dash about politics, technology, and culture. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, July 17, 2017
Design Matters from the Archive: Lynda Weinman
Debbie talks to lynda.com’s Lynda Weinman about how the internet is challenging the traditional classroom model.
Mon, July 03, 2017
Design Matters from the Archive: Caroline Paul
Debbie talks to writer Caroline Paul about her death-defying adventures, and how girls must learn the difference between fear and exhilaration. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, June 26, 2017
Design Matters from the Archive: Chris Anderson
Debbie Millman talks to Chris Anderson about how the TED conference has helped changed the way we learn. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, June 19, 2017
Design Matters from the Archive: Alain de Botton
Debbie talks to Alain de Botton about love and sex. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, June 05, 2017
Design Matters from the Archive: Bonnie Siegler
Debbie talks to designer Bonnie Siegler about her career and about the conflict between designers and their clients. "The clients aren’t the problem, the clients aren’t jerks, they’re not assholes, it’s not that they have bad taste, or anything like that. Sometimes they just have no idea how to interact with professional creative people." Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, May 29, 2017
Design Matters from the Archive: Nico Muhly
Debbie talks to composer Nico Muhly about his music and about the musicians who interpret it. "I always feel like they appreciate something that’s detailed on the page to indicate that I know what I’m talking about, but with room for them to continue the conversation when I’m dead." Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, May 22, 2017
Design Matters from the Archive: Krista Tippet
On this podcast Debbie talks to Krista Tippet about her religious orientation, her struggle with depression, and about why it’s so hard to understand our historical moment. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, May 15, 2017
Design Matters from the Archive: Amanda Palmer
On this podcast Debbie talks to Amanda Palmer about her wild and wandering path to the rock stage, and about how behind her artistic ambition is the drive to feel real. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, May 01, 2017
Steven Heller
On this podcast Debbie talks to Steven Heller about his attitude when he was a young designer. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, April 24, 2017
Brian Collins
Debbie talks to Brian Collins about why designers shouldn’t think of themselves as mere problem solvers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, April 17, 2017
DJ Stout
DJ Stout is a sixth generation Texan, award-winning designer, and partner at Pentagram. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, April 10, 2017
Sarah Jones
On this podcast Debbie talks to playwright Sarah Jones about her relationship with her characters. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, April 03, 2017
Elizabeth Alexander
Debbie talks to poet Elizabeth Alexander about the journey of her extraordinary life and how death makes us think about what we truly value. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, March 27, 2017
Jonathan Adler
On this episode Debbie talks to Jonathan Adler about how his pottery defined his aesthetic. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, March 20, 2017
Connie Birdsall
Debbie talks to Connie Birdsall about designing some of the most successful brands of our time and what to do when a meeting with clients is not going well. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, March 13, 2017
Rochelle Udell
On this podcast Debbie talks to Rochelle Udell about her very creative professional life. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, March 06, 2017
Mike Rigby
On this podcast Debbie talks to Mike Rigby about his international career in design and branding and how to stay creatively engaged. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Thu, March 02, 2017
Design Matters from the Archive: Su Mathews Hale
Debbie talks to Su Matthews Hale about her efforts to bring more attention to female designers Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, February 27, 2017
Sam Winston
On this episode Debbie talks to artist + writer Sam Winston about his life-long fascination with type. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, February 13, 2017
Nicholas Blechman
On this podcast Debbie talks to Nicholas Blechman about the importance of political satire. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, February 06, 2017
Seth Godin
Debbie talks to Seth Godin about how to live in our difficult political moment. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, January 30, 2017
Anil Dash
Debbie Millman talks to Anil Dash about politics, technology and culture. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, January 23, 2017
Brian Koppelman
Debbie talks to Brian Koppelman about why he became a writer after years as a record promoter and producer. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, January 02, 2017
Design Matters: Best Of 2016
Debbie highlights some of her favorite conversations of 2016, including Alison Bechdel, Alain de Botton, Lisa Congdon, Chris Anderson, Krista Tippet, Eileen Myles, and Amanda Palmer. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, December 26, 2016
Adam J. Kurtz
Debbie talks to Adam J. Kurtz about designing for psychological health. “I’m not going to change your life, I’m just going to share with you the tools that are helping me.” Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, December 19, 2016
Gail Bichler
Debbie talks to New York Times Magazine design director Gail Bichler about magazine design and the role of the magazine cover in the digital age.
Mon, December 12, 2016
Cindy Gallop
Debbie talks to Cindy Gallop about her career in advertising and about the trouble people have communicating about sex. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tue, December 06, 2016
Tim Ferriss Part 1
Debbie talks to writer Tim Ferriss about the strategies he has used to change his life. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, November 28, 2016
Eileen Myles
Debbie talks to poet Eileen Myles about poetry, fame, and politics. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, November 21, 2016
Keira Alexandra
Debbie talks to designer Keira Alexandra about what to do when you need extras for a video shoot. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, November 14, 2016
Pierluigi Serraino
Debbie talks to architect Pierluigi Serraino about some of the things creative people have in common. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, November 07, 2016
Grace Bonney
Debbie talks to Design*Sponge founder Grace Bonney about her new book on women entrepreneurs and makers and about the necessity and difficulty of change. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, October 31, 2016
Steven Watson
Debbie talks to Stack Magazines founder Steven Watson about the passion behind the independent magazines that he loves. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, October 24, 2016
Bonnie Siegler
Debbie talks to designer Bonnie Siegler about her career and about the conflict between designers and their clients. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, October 17, 2016
Lana Z Porter
Debbie talks to designer, writer, and researcher Lana Z. Porter about branding for millennials + more.
Mon, October 10, 2016
Giorgia Lupi
Debbie talks to information designer Giorgia Lupi about data visualization and the data of our personal lives. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, October 03, 2016
Joe Hollier
Debbie talks to Joe Hollier about an invention of his that is designed to bring back boredom in the era of the smartphone. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, September 26, 2016
Kelli Anderson
Debbie talks to artist and designer Kelli Anderson about her new pop-up book, This Book is a Planetarium , and about her collaboration with They Might Be Giants. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, September 12, 2016
Design Matters from the Archive: Tobias Frere-Jones
Debbie talks to type designer Tobias Frere-Jones about his career and why typefaces are like the air we breathe. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, September 05, 2016
Design Matters from the Archive: Maira Kalman
Debbie talks to writer and illustrator Maira Kalman about how ordinary objects inspire her art, and about her collaborations with the likes of Mark Morris and Isaac Mizrahi. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, August 22, 2016
Design Matters from the Archive: Maria Konnikova
Debbie talks to psychology writer Maria Konnikova about her career and her fascination with con artists. She explains why so many people fall prey to confidence games. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, August 15, 2016
Design Matters from the Archive: Eli Horowitz
Debbie talks to editor and digital novelist Eli Horowitz about the virtues of collaboration + more
Mon, August 08, 2016
Design Matters from the Archive: Roz Chast
Debbie talks to Roz Chast about how she earned a coveted spot as a cartoonist for The New Yorker magazine, and how her art is informed by the brutal reality of life. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, August 01, 2016
Design Matters from the Archive: Timothy Goodman
Debbie talks to Timothy Goodman about how, after barely getting through high school, he went on to a very visible career that he is still in the process of defining. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, July 25, 2016
Design Matters from the Archive: Tiffany Shlain
On this episode, Debbie talks to Tiffany Shlain about her films, about starting the Webby Awards, and about the growing presence of technology in our lives. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, July 18, 2016
Design Matters from the Archive: Brandon Stanton
Debbie talks to photographer Brandon Stanton about his ongoing project “Humans of New York” and why total strangers open up to him. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tue, July 05, 2016
Gretchen Rubin
Debbie talks to author Gretchen Rubin about happiness and the power of habit. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, June 27, 2016
Alain de Botton
Debbie talks to Alain de Botton about love and sex. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, June 20, 2016
Chris Anderson
Debbie talks to Chris Anderson about how the TED conference has helped changed the way we learn. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, June 13, 2016
Design Matters from the Archive: Isaac Mizrahi
Debbie talks to Isaac Mizrahi about why he loves fashion and why he does so many things outside of fashion. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, June 06, 2016
Design Matters from the Archive: Julia Turshen
Debbie talks to Julia about cooking and writing, and how to peel a hard-boiled egg. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, May 30, 2016
Design Matters from the Archive: Ben Schott
Debbie talks to Ben Schott about the importance of failing early in one’s career, about how to take a politician’s picture, and about writing and designing his own books. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, May 23, 2016
Lisa Congdon
On this episode Debbie talks with artist and writer Lisa Congdon about how she sometimes felt like an imposter. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, May 16, 2016
Steven Heller
On their annual podcast Debbie talks to graphic design guru Steve about how to deliver social critiques with a punch. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, May 09, 2016
Alison Bechdel
Debbie talks to Alicon Bechdel about how identifying herself as a lesbian when she was young lead her into a career as a cartoonist. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, May 02, 2016
Nico Muhly
Debbie talks to composer Nico Muhly about his music and about the musicians who interpret it. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, April 25, 2016
Todd Waterbury
Debbie Millman talks to Target’s Chief Creative Officer Todd Waterbury about how technology is changing consumption and about how smart phones have raised our expectations for how companies should interact with us. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, April 18, 2016
Caroline Paul
Debbie talks to writer Caroline Paul about her death-defying adventures, and how girls must learn the difference between fear and exhilaration. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tue, April 12, 2016
Amanda Palmer
Debbie talks to Amanda about her wild and wandering path to the rock stage, and about how behind her artistic ambitions is the drive to feel real. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, April 04, 2016
Krista Tippett
Debbie talks with radio host Krista Tippett about her religious orientation, her struggle with depression, and about why it’s so hard to understand our historical moment. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, March 28, 2016
Greg Hahn + Ryan Moore
Debbie talks to branding designers Greg Hahn and Ryan Moore about their process when working with clients such as Netflix and MoMA. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, March 21, 2016
Kate Bolick
Debbie Millman talks with writer Kate Bolick about society’s historically skeptical view of a single woman. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, February 22, 2016
Mimi Váldes
Debbie talks to Mimi Valdés about her unstoppable career, from magazine editor to her creative partnership with the pop singer Pharrell Williams. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, February 15, 2016
Ayse Birsel
Debbie talks to Ayse Birsel about her expansive career as an industrial designer and how she uses art and design to reconstruct her personal and professional life around a core idea. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, February 08, 2016
Eric Zimmer
Debbie talks to Eric Zimmer about the twists and turns in his surprising career as a tech entrepreneur, and abot some of the things he’s learned along the way. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, December 28, 2015
Tucker Nichols
Debbie talks to artist Tucker Nichols about his art, and the quality of the art he loves. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, December 21, 2015
Doug Powell
On this episode Debbie talks to Doung Powell about how designers can use their skills beyond the confines of the profession. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, November 30, 2015
Scott Clemons
Debbie talks to Scott Clemons about one of the great printers and designers of all time. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sun, November 15, 2015
Simon Sinek
Debbie Millman talks to author Simon Sinek about the fruits of good leadership. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, November 09, 2015
Robin Petravic + Catherine Bailey
Debbie talks with Robin Petravic and Catherine Bailey about running Heath Ceramics. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, November 02, 2015
Michael Bierut
Debbie talks to Design Observer co-founder Michael Bierut about why he thinks graphic design is so cool. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, October 12, 2015
Jonathan Fields
Author and entrepreneur Jonathan Fields on his previous careers as a lawyer and personal trainer, and on The Good Life. "The Good Life is not a place at which you arrive, it’s a lens through which you see and create." Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, September 28, 2015
Design Matters From the Archive: Clement Mok
Debbie talks to designer Clement Mok about the early days of Apple computer, the heady days of the software bubble, and the joys of working for Steve Jobs. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, September 21, 2015
Design Matters From the Archive: Bob Gill
Debbie talks to legendary designer Bob Gill about coming up in the profession in the 1950s, about working with the Beatles, and the problem with many designers today. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, September 14, 2015
Design Matters from the Archive: Michael Donovan + Nancye Green
Michael Donovan + Nancye Green on their partnership in marriage and design. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, September 07, 2015
Design Matters From the Archive: Michael Arad
The designer of the 9/11 memorial—Michael Arad— on the process of design. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, August 31, 2015
Design Matters From the Archive: Chip Kidd
Debbie talks to book designer Chip Kidd about why his TED talk turned into the most terrifying 19 minutes of his life, and about his book of graphic design for children. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, August 24, 2015
Design Matters From The Archive: Marion Deuchars
Debbie talks to illustrator and author Marion Deuchars about the expressiveness of hand-lettering, about how drawing is an intense form of looking, and the limited value of technology in teaching art to children. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, August 17, 2015
Design Matters From the Archive: Louise Fili
Debbie talks to Louise Fili about designing book covers, designing for restaurants, about why she prefers working for small businesses, and about the importance of sketching. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, August 03, 2015
Design Matters from the Archive: Peter Mendelsund
Debbie talks to Peter Mendelsund about what makes a great book cover, rebranding the classics, and about his fears of the iPad and Kindle. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, July 27, 2015
Design Matters From The Archive: Caroline Paul + Wendy MacNaughton
Debbie talks to illustrator Wendy MacNaughton and author Caroline Paul about their unusually intimate collaboration on a book. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, July 20, 2015
Design Matters from the Archive: Brian Rea
Debbie talks to Brian Rea about the value of being rejected, about art directing for the New York Times , and about his development as an illustrator. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, July 13, 2015
Design Matters From The Archive: Rob Walker
Debbie talks to Rob Walker about the Sunggie and his fantasy branding project. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, July 06, 2015
Design Matters From The Archive: Marian Bantjes
Debbie talks to Marian Bantjes about her daring typography and her highly ornamental designs. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, June 29, 2015
Kelli Anderson
Debbie talks to Kelli Anderson about what design can tell us about the world. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, June 22, 2015
Design Matters From the Archive: Tina Roth Eisenberg
Debbie talks to SwissMiss — aka Tina Roth Eisenberg — discusses her blog, CreativeMornings, and the beauty found in ordinary things. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, June 15, 2015
Design Matters From The Archive: James Victore
Debbie Millman and James Victore discusses his book, putting his opinion in the work and the difference between God-jobs and money jobs. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, June 08, 2015
Oliver Jeffers
Debbie talks to artist and illustrator Oliver Jeffers, who explains how illustrating and writing children’s books has changed his fine art painting. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, June 01, 2015
Carolina Rogoll
Branding expert Carolina Rogoll talks about how to update a brand and why sabbaticals are a good idea. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, May 18, 2015
Audrey Arbeeny
Recorded live at "What Design Sounds Like," Debbie talks to Audrey Arbeeny about audio branding. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, May 11, 2015
Virginia Postrel
Debbie Millman talks to Virginia Postrel about the power of glamorous objects and glamorous people. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, May 04, 2015
Elle Luna
Debbie Millman talks to Elle Luna about why she walked away from great design jobs with IDEO, Uber, and Mailbox. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, April 27, 2015
Ron Burrage
Debbie Millman talks to Ron Burrage about his design career, his performance career, and about how to design fearlessly. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, April 20, 2015
Julia Turshen
On this episode of Design Matters, Debbie Millman talks to Julia Turshen about cooking and writing (and how to successfully peel a hard boiled egg). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, April 13, 2015
Steven Heller
On this episode of Design Matters, Debbie Millman talks to Steven Heller about his new book Graphic Style Lab . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, April 06, 2015
Lynda Weinman
On this episode of Design Matters, Debbie talks to lynda.com’s Lynda Weinman about how the internet is challenging the traditional classroom model. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, March 30, 2015
Morley
On this episode of Design Matters Debbie Millman talks to Morley about her songs of social change. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, March 23, 2015
Ben Watson
On this episode Debbie Millman talks to Herman Miller’s Ben Watson about how design affects people who never even think about design. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, March 16, 2015
Louise Sandhaus
On this episode of Design Matters, Debbie Millman speaks with Louise Sandhaus about her macrobiotic past, her new book, and her struggles to get it published. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tue, March 10, 2015
Jessica Walsh + Timothy Goodman
On this week’s episode Debbie Millman talks to Jessica Walsh and Timothy Goodman about their unusual collaboration Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, March 02, 2015
Isaac Mizrahi
To launch the 10th season of Design Matters, Debbie Millman talks to Isaac Mizrahi about why he loves fashion and why he does so many things outside of fashion. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, December 29, 2014
Chee Pearlman
On this episode of Design Matters, Debbie Millman talks to editor, curator, and design fairy godmother Chee Pearlman about editing a design magazine and designing conferences. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, December 22, 2014
Liz Danzico
On this episode of Design Matters, Debbie Millman talks to Liz Danzico about writing and designing, life in NYC, and why it’s so important to keep learning (and re-learning). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, December 15, 2014
Justin Ahrens
On this episode of Design Matters, Debbie Millman talks to Justin Ahrens about designing for social change and his book. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, December 08, 2014
Ji Lee
On this episode of Design Matters with Debbie Millman, Debbie talks with designer Ji Lee about why he hates most advertising, but why he loves the idea of advertising on Facebook (where he works). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, December 01, 2014
Emily Spivack
On this episode of Design Matters, Debbie Millman talks to writer and curator Emily Spivack about how our clothes are more than fabric and thread. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, November 24, 2014
Moira Cullen
On this episode of Design Matters Debbie Millman talks to Moira Cullen—design strategist, writer and educator—about her innovative design work for some of the world’s leading brands. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, November 17, 2014
Tina + Ryan Essmaker
On this episode of Design Matters Debbie Millman talks to Tina and Ryan Essmaker, designers, photographers, creative directors and cofounders of The Great Discontent Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, November 10, 2014
Caroline Baumann
On this episode of Design Matters, Debbie Millman talks to Cooper Hewitt director Caroline Baumann about her career in museums and why the interest in design has surged in recent years. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, November 03, 2014
Fritz Karch
On this episode of Design Matters, Debbie Millman talks to Fritz Karch on being a stylist for Martha Stewart, owning an antique shop, and what it means to be a collector.
Mon, October 27, 2014
Ben Schott
On this episode of Design Matters, Debbie Millman talks to Ben Schott about the importance of failing early in one’s career, about how to take a politician’s picture, and about writing and designing his own books. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, October 20, 2014
Petter Ringbom
On this episode of Design Matters, Debbie Millman talks to Petter Ringbom about his years at the creative agency Flat, and how he moved away from graphic design into filmmaking. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, October 13, 2014
Tom Geismar
In this episode of Design Matters, Debbie Millman talks to legendary designer Tom Geismar about how the practice of design has changed since the 1950s. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, June 02, 2014
Noah Brier
Noah Brier on brands, design and content in the age of social media. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, May 26, 2014
Dani Shapiro
On this episode of Design Matters with Debbie Millman, Debbie talks to writer Dani Shapiro about being raised an Orthodox Jew, about being vulnerable in her work, and about writing her way out of an existential crisis. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, May 19, 2014
Brian Singer
On this episode of Design Matters with Debbie Millman, Debbie talks to Brian Singer, Communication Design team leader at Facebook,. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, May 12, 2014
Steven Heller
Steven Heller talks about graphic design before it was called graphic design, and about whether design magazines have a future in print. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, May 05, 2014
Rachel Sussman
Artist Rachel Sussman discusses her new book and explains what it was like to be abandoned without supplies — or a phone — in Greenland. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, April 28, 2014
Scott Lerman
Scott Lerman talks about his new step-by-step book about brand strategy and about how consumer research can limit innovative thinking. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, April 21, 2014
Maria Giudice
Maria Giudice talks with Debbie Milliman about the early days of design on the internet, and what it's like to work for Facebook. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, April 14, 2014
Michael Donovan + Nancye Green
Debbie talks to Michael Donovan + Nancye Green about their life and work partnership and how good business is good design. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, April 07, 2014
Debra Bishop
Design Director of More Magazine, Debra Bishop discusses her career designing for magazines, including her years working for Martha Stewart, and the tension between designers and editors. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, March 31, 2014
Joe Marianek
Joe Marianek talks about decisions that shaped his career and about the process of getting hired at Apple. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, March 24, 2014
Jonathan Harris
Jonathan Harris on his web and database art projects, his relationship to time and memory, and the sexuality of the internet. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, March 17, 2014
Dana Arnett
VSA's Dana Arnett on getting kicked out of design school and making the transition from designer to CEO. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, March 10, 2014
Irma Boom
Debbie Millman talks to Irma Boom about the art and craft of her celebrated book designs. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, January 13, 2014
Amanda Michel + Amy Webb
Debbie Millman talks to Spark Camp founders Amanda Michel + Amy Webb about redesigning the traditional conference and its lasting effect on participants. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, January 06, 2014
Bob Gill
Legendary designer Bob Gill talks about design in the 1950s, working with the Beatles and the problem with so many designers today. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, December 23, 2013
Matteo Bologna
On this episode of Design Matters with Debbie Millman, Debbie talks to Matteo Bologna about his early years in Italy, his addiction to typography and the question of self-confidence. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, December 16, 2013
Alex Center
Lead designer for CocaCola's Vitaminwater and Powerade Alex Center talks about his love of brands. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, December 09, 2013
Susan Szenasy
Susan S. Szenasy is editor-in-chief of METROPOLIS, the award-winning New York City-based magazine of architecture and design. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, November 25, 2013
Terry Teachout
Terry Teachout discusses the early days of blogging, the poetics of theater and what it's like to be a drama critic for The Wall Street Journal. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, November 18, 2013
Dawn Hancock
Firebelly Design founder Dawn Hancock discusses what it means to be a socially conscious designer. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, November 11, 2013
Jennifer Kinon + Bobby Martin
OCD Designers Jennifer Kinon + Bobby Martin talk about their design philosophy — and their general willingness to do the unexpected. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, November 04, 2013
Oded Ezer
Typographer Oded Ezer talks about the idea of a universal language — and how his limitations as a musican and poet led to his extraordinary typography. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, October 28, 2013
Sheila Bridges
Debbie Millman talks to interior designer Sheila Bridges about being one of the only prominent African Americans in her industry, about losing her hair and having Bill Clinton as a client. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, October 21, 2013
Chip Kidd
Legendary book designer Chip Kidd on why his TED talk was the 19 most frightening minutes of his life. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, July 29, 2013
Hartmut Esslinger
Frog design co-founder Hartmut Esslinger talks about working for Steve Jobs in the early days of Apple. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, July 22, 2013
Interaction of Color
Brenda Danilowitz, Chief Curator at the Josef and Anni Albers Foundation and Potion principal Philip Tiongson discuss the new Interaction of Color app. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, July 15, 2013
Jean-Louis Cohen
Jean-Louis Cohen reveals a Le Corbusier who was not only a great architect, but also a savvy promoter of his own ideas and work. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, July 08, 2013
Michael Rock
Michael Rock about self-hatred in design, the benefits of being an outsider, and his new book. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Fri, May 31, 2013
Maggie Macnab
Designer, educator and author Maggie Macnab talks about what designers can learn from nature — and what they can give back. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Fri, May 17, 2013
Jessica Walsh
Jessica Walsh once sold moss-covered rocks to her elementary school classmates. Today, she's Stefan Sagmeister's partner in Sagmeister + Walsh. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Fri, May 10, 2013
Ben Chestnut + Aarron Walter
Mailchimp CEO Ben Chestnut and User Expereince Lead Aaron Walter talk how they got where they are — and where Freddie the monkey came from. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Fri, May 03, 2013
Wendy MacNaughton + Caroline Paul
Wendy MacNaughton and Caroline Paul on a journey from advertising to Rwanda to illustration, and from Stanford to firefighter to author. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Fri, April 19, 2013
Emily Oberman
Emily Oberman's three acts — from Tibor Kalman at M&Co, to Number Seventeen with Bonnie Siegler, to becoming a partner at Pentagram. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Fri, April 12, 2013
Jennifer Sterling
Jennifer Sterling on her process, how money should be designed, and the way teaching has influenced her career. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Fri, April 05, 2013
Amy Webb
Digital strategist and author Amy Webb on how she gamed online dating to find her husband. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Fri, March 29, 2013
Cliff Sloan
On this episode of Design Matters, Debbie Millman interviews Cliff Sloan about everything marketing. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Fri, March 22, 2013
Sara Blake
Debbie Millman talks to Sara Blake about collaborating with her sister, creating portraits of 100 girls and illustrating NBA players. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Fri, March 08, 2013
Steven Heller
Steven Heller discusses his new ebook, Design Cult , and reflects on what designers have in common with Harvey Weinstein. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Fri, March 01, 2013
Clement Mok
Clement Mok on the early days of Apple computer, the joys of working for Steve Jobs and starting his successful businesses. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Fri, February 22, 2013
Roberto de Vicq de Cumptich
Roberto de Vicq de Cumptich discusses growing up in Brazi, the role of art versus design, and why it is so important to be witty. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Fri, February 15, 2013
Sophie Blackall
Sophie Blackall discusses learning to draw, painting vs. illustration and her favorite postings from Craigslist. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Fri, February 08, 2013
Jen Bilik
Jen Bilik on being a certified entrepreneurial badass: she's the founder of the company Knock Knock . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Fri, January 11, 2013
Marion Deuchars
Marion Deuchars on the expressiveness of hand lettering, how drawing is an intensive form of looking, and the need to be messy when creating art. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Fri, January 04, 2013
Jason Kottke
In this audio interview with Debbie Millman, Jason Kottke talks about blogging for over fourteen years and what it means to be "old" online. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Fri, December 21, 2012
Christopher Simmons
Christopher Simmons discusses his lastest book, Just Design: Socially Conscious Design for Critical Causes , and reflects on why designers should be continually redefining their profession. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Fri, December 14, 2012
Jake Barton
In this audio interview with Debbie Millman, Jake Barton discusses wanting to be a doctor, how he became a media designer and how to get people to interact. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Fri, December 07, 2012
Louise Fili
Louise Fili discusses the importance of sketching, her obsession with typography and why she prefers working with small organizations. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Fri, November 30, 2012
Rafael Esquer
Rafael Esquer discusses growing up on a farm, working with the city and what it takes to make it in the design business. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Fri, November 16, 2012
Mirko Ilic
Bosnian-born designer and illustrator Mirko Ilic discusses his early career behind the iron curtain, his prolific drawing and his current career in New York. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Fri, November 09, 2012
Austin McGhie
Debbie Millman talks to her colleague Austin McGhie, who explains why brand could be a four letter word. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Fri, November 02, 2012
Aaron Draplin
In this audio interview with Debbie Millman, Aaron Draplin talks about being comfortable in his own skin, midwestern pragmatism and why Oregon beats the shit out of SoCal. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Fri, October 26, 2012
Scott Stowell
In this audio interview with Debbie Millman, Scott Stowell discusses using color separation in elementary school, interning at M&Co and the importance of language in design. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Fri, October 19, 2012
Chris Ware
In this audio interview with Debbie Millman, Chris Ware discusses his influences – including sending a Valentine to Charlie Brown – and explains why empathy figures so heavily into his work. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Fri, May 04, 2012
Steven Heller
Steven Heller discusses the big ideas that have changed graphic design – including the UPC code, teen magazines and the pointed finger. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Fri, April 27, 2012
Ken Carbone
In this audio interview with Debbie Millman, Ken Carbone discusses meeting his design heros, his celebrated sketchbooks and journals and what he really thinks about his relationship with his corporate clients. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Fri, April 20, 2012
Randy J. Hunt
Etsy creative director Randy J. Hunt discusses working for Milton Glaser, his record label and the challenges of managing a brand as diverse as Etsy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Fri, April 13, 2012
Khoi Vinh
Khoi Vinh on his role as design director at NYTimes.com, spending spring break in college setting type and the online relationship between publisher and consumer. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Fri, April 06, 2012
Roman Mars
Radio producer Roman Mars discusses the connection between ’zines and radio, why he ditched science and the reason he named his show “99% Invisible”. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Fri, March 30, 2012
John Flansburgh
John Flansburgh on being the son of a modernist architect, designing album covers for They Might Be Giants and of course, making music. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Fri, March 09, 2012
Maria Popova
In this audio interview with Debbie Millman, Maria Popova discusses growing up in Bulgaria, the evolution of Brainpicker and inventing the curator’s code. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Fri, March 02, 2012
Jen Bekman
Jen Bekman discusses managing a BBS in the early days of the internet, her first email exchange and the importance of everyone owning art. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Fri, February 24, 2012
Karl Heiselman
Wolff Olins CEO Karl Heiselman discusses the controversial London 2012 logo, designing the culture of his company and the relationship between branding and popularity. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Fri, February 17, 2012
James Biber
In this audio interview with Debbie Millman, James Biber discusses growing up in a house with a womb chair, visual illiteracy and designing the Museum of Sex. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Fri, February 10, 2012
Cheryl Heller
In this audio interview with Debbie Millman, Cheryl Heller discusses innovation, her new MFA program at SVA and why the word ‘brand’ is like leather pants. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Fri, February 03, 2012
Erik Spiekermann
In this audio interview with Debbie Millman, Erik Spiekermann discusses why numbers are harder to design than letters, finding his print shop burned to the ground and why he's trying to get out of work. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Fri, December 16, 2011
Martin Venezky
Martin Venezky discusses his journey to becoming one of the design innovators of our time. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Fri, December 09, 2011
Peter Mendelsund
In this podcast interview with Debbie Millman, Peter Mendelsund discusses how he became a book designer and his fear of the Kindle and iPad. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Fri, December 02, 2011
Andrew Gibbs
In this podcast interview with Debbie Millman, Andrew Gibbs discusses his love of packaging, the role brands play in people's lives and his blog, The Dieline . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Fri, November 18, 2011
Brian Rea
In this podcast interview with Debbie Millman, Brian Rea discusses the value of being rejected, art directing for The New York Times and his fascination with UFO’s. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Fri, November 11, 2011
John Hockenberry
In this podcast interview with Debbie Millman, John Hockenberry discusses The Takeaway — his morning news show on NPR — Steve Jobs and journalism in the age of social-media. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Fri, November 04, 2011
Jake + Pum Lefebure
In this podcast interview with Debbie Millman, Jake and Pum Lefebure of Design Army discuss how they met, the importance of sketching and keeping their firm small. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Fri, October 28, 2011
Margaret Roach
In this podcast interview with Debbie Millman, Margaret Roach discusses her career with Martha Stewart and her love of gardening. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Fri, October 14, 2011
Linda Tischler
In this podcast interview with Debbie Millman, Linda Tischler discusses failing her New Year’s resolutions, why the word “design” turns off business professionals and her new book. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Fri, October 07, 2011
Dori Tunstall
In this podcast interview with Debbie Millman, Dori Tunstall discusses branding through the lens of a Design Anthropologist. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Fri, September 30, 2011
Alex Bogusky + John Bielenberg
In this audio interview with Debbie Millman, Alex Bogusky and John Bielenberg discuss branding, global warming and impact entrepreneurs. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Fri, September 23, 2011
Jessica Hische
In this podcast interview with Debbie Millman, Jessica Hische discusses her attachment to the internet, the differences between being a letterer and a type designer and working for Louise Fili. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Fri, September 16, 2011
Michael Arad
In this podcast interview with Debbie Millman, Michael Arad, discusses the World Trade Center Memorial. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Fri, July 08, 2011
Angus Hyland
In this podcast interview with Debbie Millman, Angus Hyland discusses the peace sign, Deutsche Bank, and the play button. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Fri, May 13, 2011
Alissa Walker
Alissa Walker discusses her experience in advertising, her love affair with LA and of course, gelato. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Fri, April 22, 2011
Jennifer Morla
Jennifer Morla talks about leaving New York for San Francisco, her collaboration with Andy Warhol and the qualities of effective design. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Fri, April 15, 2011
Steve Frykholm
After a 40-year career with Herman Miller, Steve Frykholm discusses life inside this iconic, National Design Award-winning furniture company. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Fri, April 08, 2011
Grace Bonney
In this podcast interview with Debbie Millman, Grace Bonney discusses being a Phish follower, shaking off the cute and the Design*Sponge scholarship program. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Fri, April 01, 2011
Heather B. Armstrong
Heather Armstrong on reconciling with her family after writing about them on her blog, taking photos of her dog Chuck and her broken Maytag washing machine. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Fri, March 25, 2011
Dominique Browning
In this audio interview with Debbie Millman, Dominique Browning discusses her tenure as Editor in Chief at House & Garden , her recent book, Slow Love , and the effects of love on a stuffed animal. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Fri, March 11, 2011
Jonathan Ford
Jonathan Ford discusses his eighteen job interviews before being hired by Michael Peters, his belief that a good idea cannot come from a computer and the importance of doing work that is truthful. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Fri, March 04, 2011
Eddie Opara
In this episode of Design Matters, Eddie Opara discusses being educated by Jesuits, creating the Brooklyn Museum brand at 2x4 and working at Pentagram. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Fri, February 25, 2011
Alina Wheeler
Philadelphia-based designer Alina Wheeler discusses branding, strategic imagination and her new book, Brand Atlas, co-authored with Joel Katz. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Wed, February 23, 2011
Gail Anderson
In this podcast with Debbie Millman, Gail Anderson discusses making little magazines as a child, working at Rolling Stone for fifteen years and what the next chapter in her life holds. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Fri, February 11, 2011
Kate Betts
Kate Betts discusses Michelle Obama as a style icon and addresses the inevitable comparisons (and differences) between our current First Lady and the legendary Jackie Kennedy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Fri, February 04, 2011
Rob Walker
In this audio interview with Debbie Millman, Rob Walker discusses how our digital records remain online even after we die, and his desire to brand the idea of being “happy for what you have”. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Fri, December 17, 2010
James Victore
In this podcast interview with Debbie Millman, James Victore discusses his book, putting his opinion in the work and the difference between God-jobs and money jobs. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Fri, December 10, 2010
Alexandra Lange + Jane Thompson
Alexandra Lange and Jane Thompson discuss the power of imagination, Marimekko, Sir Lady Jane and Benjamin Thompson. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Fri, December 03, 2010
Steven Heller
Steven Heller talks to Debbie Millman about blogging from the bathroom, working with Patti Smith and Paul Rand's tombstone. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Fri, November 19, 2010
Alexander Isley
In this podcast interview with Debbie Millman, Alexander Isley discusses his Mom, learning presentation skills from Tibor Kalman and believing that people are inherently good. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Fri, November 12, 2010
Kate Bingaman-Burt
In this podcast interview with Debbie Millman, Kate Bingaman-Burt discusses Obsessive Consumption, the designer as reporter and her commitment to making something everyday. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Fri, November 05, 2010
Marian Bantjes
In this podcast interview with Debbie Millman, Marian Bantjes discusses her new book, coded text and causing pain to type purists. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Fri, October 29, 2010
Ralph Caplan
In this interview with Debbie Millman, Ralph Caplan discusses the difference between making things right and making things nice, the Civil Rights movement and the responsibility of the designer. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Fri, October 22, 2010
Tina Roth Eisenberg
On this episode of Design Matters, SwissMiss — aka Tina Roth Eisenberg — discusses her blog, crowd sourcing and the beauty found in ordinary things. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Fri, October 15, 2010
Bill Moggridge
In this podcast with Debbie Millman, Bill Moggridge discusses the future of the laptop, human-centered design and the future of the Cooper-Hewitt National Design Museum. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Fri, October 08, 2010
Eric Baker
In this audio interview with Debbie Millman, Eric Baker discusses working with Gordon Parks, living in New York City and working for himself. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Fri, September 24, 2010
Stephen Doyle
In this podcast interview with Debbie Millman, Stephen Doyle discusses working for Tibor Kalman, renting his soul to the devil and working with his hands. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Fri, September 17, 2010
Massimo Vignelli
Vignelli Celebration: Season premiere of Design Matters with Debbie Millman, a podcast interview with Massimo Vignelli. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Thu, November 19, 2009
Stefan Sagmeister
Stefan Sagmeister discusses a year away from his New York-based design practice, spending personal time in Bali and his new documentary film, Happiness. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, October 12, 2009
Tim Brown
In this podcast interview with Debbie Millman, Tim Brown reviews his career at IDEO, explores the impact of design processes (drawing and storytelling) and discusses his new book, Change By Design. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, August 17, 2009
William Drenttel + Julie Lasky
Editorial director of Design Observer William Drenttel and Change Observer editor Julie Lasky discuss the state of online media and reflect on the end of print. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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