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The Monolith

Keith Conway, Cameron Craig

The Monolith is a podcast about navigating exponential change without losing your humanity. What began as an exploration of design thinking inside large organizations, has evolved into a broader inquiry: how people and institutions adapt when legacy systems fail, and new ones arrive faster than we can name them. Each episode explores the present through systems thinking, economics, hacking mindsets, and cycles of change. The Monolith isn’t futurism for spectacle. It’s pattern literacy for people who

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All Episodes

61:29

Be Like Dave: Ride The Next Wave

The Monolith ·

2026/01/30

What if the Monolith was never a warning, but a training program?In the Season 2 premiere of The Monolith, Keith and Cameron use Arthur C. Clarke’s 2001: A Space Odyssey as a lens to explore the moment we’re living in now: a convergence of AI, ambient computing, geopolitics, economics, and human evolution. From banned AI shopping agents to sketchy hardware supply chains, to HAL’s conversational intelligence and today’s emerging human–computer symbiosis, they trace a pattern that’s been

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82:57

Season 1 Finale: Curiosity Leads to Faith

The Monolith ·

2026/01/30

DescriptionWhat happens when the systems we trusted stop working, and curiosity becomes the only reliable strategy left? In this Season 1 Finale, Keith and Cameron reflect on a brutal year of technological acceleration, economic pressure, and cultural whiplash, and argue that we are far earlier in the story than we think. From AI collapsing traditional roles, to Saturn–Neptune marking a once-in-millennia reset, they explore why clinging to old identities, metrics, and hierarchies is now the

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93:43

The Marketplace That Time Forgot

The Monolith ·

2025/11/13

SummaryWhat happens when two veteran systems thinkers take a forgotten marketplace, shake out the dust, and sketch a future that actually makes sense? Keith and Cameron dive into sneaker drama, live shopping chaos, community taste makers, and the strange emotional logic of teenage buyers. Then they roll up their sleeves and redesign eBay from the inside out. Their pitch is simple. Stop trying to own the shopping cart. Turn the platform into an open source style ecosystem that lets creators,

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111:27

Rebooting The Machine: When Systems Get Weird

The Monolith ·

2025/11/07

SummaryA recording glitch sparks a deeper question: what does it really mean to reboot a system? In this episode, The Monolith traces the parallels between technical restarts and human resets—when teams, tools, or minds fall out of sync. Keith and Cameron move from design thinking into systems awareness, exploring circular AI economies, nuclear-powered data centers, and the strange calm of Mercury retrograde as a metaphor for reflection. They discuss how neurodiverse perception fuels

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108:15

Something's Up

The Monolith ·

2025/11/07

SummaryIn this conversation, Cameron and Keith explore the changing dynamics of neighborhoods, societal shifts, and the impact of technology and AI on human relationships. They discuss the importance of systems thinking and the influence of astrological cycles on personal and societal change. The dialogue emphasizes the need for reconnection in a disconnected world and the redefinition of value in the workplace. They also touch on the role of fear in decision-making and the hope for a

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82:15

We're Vibe Designing

The Monolith ·

2025/09/15

SummaryIn this conversation, Keith and Cameron discuss the evolution of design and development processes, emphasizing the integration of AI and systems thinking. They explore innovative approaches to design, the importance of real-time collaboration, and the need for effective communication in navigating complex projects. The discussion highlights the shift towards AI-driven tools that enhance efficiency and creativity, while also addressing the challenges and opportunities presented by

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81:35

Systems Thinking

The Monolith ·

2025/08/03

SummaryIn this conversation, Cameron and Keith explore the impact of AI on various industries, emphasizing the importance of systems thinking in adapting to change. They discuss the significance of understanding stocks, flows, and feedback loops in decision-making, and how designers must evolve with technology. The conversation highlights the need for human-centric systems and the role of mental models in shaping our understanding of complex systems. They also touch on the challenges of

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80:54

There Is No Interface

The Monolith ·

2025/07/14

SummaryIn this conversation, Cameron and Keith discuss the challenges and opportunities in the intersection of technology, design, and user experience. They explore the impact of AI on design practices, the importance of resilience in adapting to change, and the evolving nature of retail and consumer behavior. The dialogue emphasizes the need for designers to focus on problem-solving and innovation rather than just traditional interfaces, highlighting the significance of understanding

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78:46

Own The Innovation, Not The Product

The Monolith ·

2025/07/14

SummaryIn this conversation, Cameron and Keith explore the intersection of design, automation, and AI, discussing how these elements are reshaping the landscape of work and creativity. They emphasize the importance of innovation over product ownership, the necessity of understanding organizational structures, and the role of systems thinking in navigating these changes. The discussion also highlights the potential of AI as a tool for enhancing creativity and problem-solving, while

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74:41

The Right Mindset

The Monolith ·

2025/06/30

In this conversation, Cameron Craig and Keith discuss the evolution of digital retail, the role of AI in modern business, and the importance of a design mindset in navigating corporate challenges. They explore how crises can create opportunities for innovation, the significance of collaboration, and the impact of fear in corporate culture. The discussion also touches on the need for ownership in the design process and the challenges faced by companies like Macy's in adapting to a rapidly

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63:06

Genesis

The Monolith ·

2025/06/30

In this inaugural episode, Keith and Cameron discuss the challenges of starting a podcast amidst technical difficulties, the purpose behind their discussions, and their backgrounds in design and business. They explore the importance of design thinking in corporate environments, the evolution of design roles, and the need for effective communication and systems thinking. The conversation also touches on the impact of AI on design and the lessons learned from their experiences at Macy's,

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