In this episode of Creative Bath, Jaime sits down with Holly Ray, a Seattle-based brand and visual designer. Holly shares how her creative upbringing inspired her career, how she navigated burnout, and why building a supportive creative community is so important. Holly is also a part of Seattle Creative Social, a networking group aiming to bring PNW creatives together. To learn more about Holly and SCS, see the links below: Holly’s freelance website: ⁠https://www.hollyray.co/ ⁠ Holly’...

In this episode of Designing Australia, Dave sits down with Brisbane builder Dan Murray, Director of Finer Touch Projects, to explore what true collaboration between designers and builders really looks like.With a simple philosophy — to build cool things, well — Dan shares how early communication, transparency, and mutual respect can transform a project from functional to exceptional.Together, Dave and Dan unpack the nuances of the designer–builder relationship: navigating revisions, managing

The source is an excerpt from the "MHS Architect -Builder Training 2025.pdf" which provides comprehensive instruction on MHS Building Systems’ modular aluminum construction technology. This training material is designed for authorized architects and builders, focusing on the assembly procedures, design integration, and quality control of their patented structural post-and-beam system. The document details the system’s benefits, such as its lightweight, sustainable, and high strength-to-weight...

I rescued a crumbling 1950 Supro guitar amp by building a custom steampunk case from walnut, paduak, and copper with a patina. It was great hearing its vintage tone roar back to life.

In this episode, host Zina interviews Vinny Tulley, award-winning creative director at Devito/Verdi and iconic SVA basic Advertising instructor. They discuss: Vinny’s transition from cartooning to advertising. Sound advice on how to manage your first job.The long-term factors that influence job hopping or staying for decades at an agency.If you enjoyed this episode, please give us five stars! To learn more about SVA, email bfaadvdes@sva.edu. Music: Summer Breeze by Mizlo. Compiled ...

Travel Hacks! The art of traveling — with kids, with friends, or with whoever’s part of your current adventure crew. ✈️We’re sharing our favorite tips to make trips enjoyable and (mostly) stress-free — from setting expectations before we even leave the driveway to giving everyone small “travel jobs” that build independence and teamwork. We talk about how we balance adventure days with real rest, budget for souvenirs that actually mean something, and use simple games to keep long travel days fun.We

“Technology is often seen as the answer, but I believe design is the real answer. Technology is there to enable and to empower.” Xavier De Kestelier is a global Head of Design and leader of Hassell’s design technology and innovation team, which sets strategy and advises on the tools and knowledge the international design firm needs to succeed. Both an architect and technologist, Xavier harnesses technology to create more powerful, future-focused design solutions. That means he’s respons...

295: Avoiding Common Mistakes When Charging Premium Rates Raising your prices can feel like a bold move—but what happens when your premium rates don’t deliver the results you expected? In this episode, we’re uncovering the most common mistakes entrepreneurs and service-based professionals make when charging high-end prices. Learn how to identify the gaps in your pricing strategy, communicate your value effectively, and attract clients who are ready to invest at your level. If you’ve ever wondered

In this episode of Type Speaks, Rae sits down with game designer, publisher, and quilt historian Meguey Baker to explore the deep human roots of play, and why games are not an escape from reality, but a way of understanding it. From designing Apocalypse World to teaching through storytelling, Meg shares how tabletop games function as acts of connection, resistance, and care. She and Rae unpack the overlap between game design, graphic design, and experience design, how mechanics carry

Join us for a riveting conversation with Jack! We’ll dive into what Jack does here at The Painted Fox, what it's like being a scare actor, the journey throughout his transition, the importance of mental health and so much more! Find Jack on IG @jack_willowsziteFind Murph on IG @murph_the_tattooerFind the shop on IG @thepaintedfox.tattooFind the shop on TikTok @thepaintedfoxtattooAs of July 17, 2025 – The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) has officially terminated

In this episode, we chat with David Muñoz, Staff UX Researcher at Google, about AI image generation, career growth in tech, and what it means to be a “super IC.” We cover the future of UX, ethical AI, and how research happens at scale. Whether you're in design, research, or just curious about HCI, this one's for you.🔗 Follow HC-Hive for more real talk on design, tech, and grad school life.

Episode 17 of Annie Sloan’s new podcast The Colourist is now live! Hosted by the queen of colour and inventor of Chalk Paint™, Annie Sloan, and featuring brand ambassador Tristan Merriam, this episode of The Colourist: The Podcast for Colourful Living is perfect for anyone passionate about furniture painting, chalk paint techniques, and creative home makeovers. Whether you’re an experienced furniture painter or just discovering the joys of furniture paint and chalk paint projects, Annie’s

"You can do this" Based on § 312.1 Literacy Requirements "(a) General: Except as outlined in paragraph (b), no one can be naturalized as a U.S. citizen unless they can demonstrate an understanding of the English language, including the ability to read, write, and speak words commonly used in English." "(b) Exceptions: The following individuals are not required to prove their ability to read, write, and speak standard English:" "(1) Anyone over 50 years old at the time of their naturalizati...

Welcome back to A76. This season, we’re stepping away from algorithms and turning back towards the people behind the ideas. And because we find ourselves in a world where generative AI can spin out thousand of versions of anything—I keep wondering where do the truly original ideas come from? So in Season 4, we’re exploring what I’m calling ~ The Human Spark. I’ll be talking with designers, creators, and adjacent makers—people who’ve built things that are unique. And together, we’ll dig ...

When Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) arrives at your job site, what happens next can make or break your business. In this episode, BRI Labor Counsel Matthew Persanis, Esq. breaks down exactly how to prepare for and respond to immigration enforcement — from understanding warrants to protecting employees’ rights and your company’s legal standing.You’ll also hear Persanis’ expert take on:✅ The do’s and don’ts when ICE shows up unannounced✅ How to handle employees taken into custody by

Neil deGrasse Tyson—world-renowned astrophysicist, Emmy-nominated host, science communicator, and author—is one of the most influential voices in modern science. In this live conversation, recorded at On Air Presents, he joins Debbie Millman to explore the role of science education and why defending science has never been more vital.Interested in learning more about upcoming TED events? Follow these links:TEDNext:ted.com/futureyou Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

If your home doesn’t work, it won’t matter how beautiful it looks. In this episode, Frances dives into why function must come first when designing your forever home. She shares what functionality really means, how to futureproof your spaces, and why open-plan retreats and missing doors might be costing you more than you realise. Practical, passionate, and packed with insights.

This week, Elyse and Laurent sit down with Sam Dever: Actor, Producer, Community Builder, Keynote Speaker, Host of The Social Media Podcast, Sam Dever Podcast, and Produce Your Passion Podcast, but most importantly a dear friend of the Clutter Bravado team. The Sam Dever Podcast is a long form conversation featuring guests from a variety of backgrounds who live and think "outside the box," with the intention to help inspire, educate and motivate others on their personal and professional

This week on Boulevard Beat, Meghan, Krissa, and Liz explore the charm and staying power of design books — those treasured collections that shape how we see and share beauty. The hosts trade favorite finds and talk about why books remain such an essential part of design culture.Liz takes listeners inside her journey of creating her upcoming book Art for Everyone sharing how the idea came to life, what she’s learned through the process, and how she hopes readers will connect to it. Together, the

This episode tackles the flaws of our modern constructions and explains why it’s time to change the way we look at traditional architecture in today’s ecological crisis. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.