Shawna Erickson is a long-time silver engraver from Alberta, Canada. She has a great story to tell about growing up on a dairy and driving two hours one way to a job where she began her silversmith career. Shawna is a three-time cancer survivor.

The practice of civic design is increasingly in the spotlight in the U.S. as dramatic cuts to federal agency staffing and funding resulted in the abrupt elimination of thousands of design jobs earlier this year. My guest this episode is Ashleigh Axios, one of the top leaders in the global civic design community. Ashleigh is the founder of Public Servants, a consultancy that partners with government and civic organizations across the US to design equitable, effective, and human-centered experiences

Send us your feedback, thoughts or comments! About the Guest: Caron Grunschlag is the co-founder of KE-ZU, an iconic designer furniture business to Australia's refined office, hospitality and commercial furniture spaces. With a unique background that spans psychology and finance, Caron has seamlessly transitioned into the design industry, bringing a blend of emotional intelligence and business acumen. She plays an integral role in nurturing cultures within the design community through initiat...

This may be the ultimate systems thinking interview. Beyond building science at the site scale, this is systems thinking to save the world.Gail Vittori and Pliny Fisk III have their fingerprints all over the structural ideologies for ways of thinking that underlie what we now think of as the fields of sustainability, greenbuilding, indoor health and well-being and more.Enjoy this thoughtful unpacking of ideas that span from systems thinking at the scale of the planet to human society to industry,

Host Ellie Dix chats with Chrissy Fagerholt of EAP Toys & Games, designer of The Lunch Room and Go Big or Go Broke. They discuss Chrissy’s approach to social media, balancing authenticity with strategy, and the importance of sharing both successes and failures online. The episode also highlights the community of women in game design and how creators can maximize the potential of various platforms.

Episode vibe: It’s me chatting through how I actually handle wild weather on wedding days, what I pack, what I say to couples, when I pivot, and where I draw the line. No doom, no fluff, just the stuff that’s saved my butt (and my bouquets).Who it’s for: Florists who work outside (so… us), are sick of “It’ll be fine,” and want a calm plan that doesn’t rely on luck. Listen if: you’re tired of winging it, sick of soggy blooms and ready to be the calmest person on-site no matter what BOM

According to Experian, Black Friday 2025 spending in the US is predicted to reach over $12 billion in online sales alone, and global spending is forecasted to be between $80 and $82 billion.  That's a lot of money.  Despite consumer caution and economic pressures here in the United States, this represents an 8 to 10% increase over last year. 2024's Black Friday buying season totaled almost $11 billion.  Why am I sharing these stats with you? Because Q4 is a critical sales season for product-based

A few months ago, we lost Leon Krier, one of the all-time greats in the world of architecture and urban design. I’m joined by Dan Parolek of Opticos Design to reflect on Krier’s work and influence, and his personal experiences working with him on multiple projects. Krier’s work and his many drawings have been foundational for so many of us that came through the world of New Urbanism. His simple, elegant way of dissecting what’s wrong with modern cities angered a lot of people in the architecture and

We’ve worked alongside people for years, only to realize that we know nothing about their personal life. And it probably affected our working relationship. Knowing your colleagues as humans reframes inevitable challenges at work. Had we known our colleagues better, would we have worked through disagreements better or found new ways to collaborate? Yeah, we sure would have.Alison Rand, who helped establish the discipline of design operations through roles at Hot Studio, Frog, Automattic, and SAP,

The vast majority of freelancers want one thing: more clients.But what if that’s not your biggest problem? What if you’re booked solid… And now the “good problem to have” is that you can’t ever take a vacation because your income is tied to the hours you work? It’s a dollars-for-hours trap. No work = no money. Vacation? You're not making money. Get sick? Not making money. In the hospital? Not making money. Your income is handcuffed to the hours you work. And there's a ceiling. A

From blocky biomes to breathtaking open worlds, video games are teaching us new ways to see, build, and even save nature.Hidden Levels is a production of 99% Invisible and WBUR's Endless Thread.Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of 99% Invisible ad-free and a whole week early.Start a free trial now on Apple Podcasts or by visiting siriusxm.com/podcastsplus. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal

Throughout my 30 years in the creative industry, I have worked for a corporation, a government department, four design studios, started two successful agencies, and taught and continue to teach design courses to the next generation of creatives.

Hello, and welcome to this brand new episode of 'Interior Design for Beginners.' Today, we're going to explore the enchanting world of multifunctionality in interior design. Imagine a space that not only serves its primary purpose but also transforms to meet several other needs. The art of multifunctionality is not just about saving space; it's about opening up a realm of possibilities within the boundaries of your home.First, let's define what multifunctionality in interior design really

Cue the drumroll! Introducing The Lovin Amman Show podcast brought to you by Augustus Media! Going live every day, we'll jump into the biggest stories of the week; whether you're an avid local news follower or a lover of uplifting community stories, The Lovin Amman Show has something for everyone. Please hit that subscribe button to stay up to date with your new weekly listen. Visit Lovin.co for more community stories

From school principal to design strategist, Brian Proctor shares how his unique journey fuels smarter, more empathetic learning environments. In this episode, get a direct look at how real classroom experience transforms the future of school architecture.The bridge between educational leadership and architectural designHow firsthand classroom experience reveals blind spots in school planningStrategies for creating inclusive, flexible spaces for every learnerTips for integrating community voices into

Hi everyone, Nikki Grassmann here from Crowned Cabinets in Dunedin, Florida! If you love to entertain—and who doesn’t, especially here in sunny Florida?—you know that the key to a relaxed, enjoyable gathering is a kitchen that looks effortlessly organized. Nothing kills the vibe faster than countertop clutter or struggling to find a serving platter while […]The post Kitchen Storage Solutions for a Clutter-Free Entertaining Space appeared first on Crowned Cabinets.

Today, I sit down with EZ Gonzalez of Pacific Sales about how retail, design, and customer experience intersect in today’s market. Gonzalez shares how Pacific Sales’ culture of continuous learning and a customer first sales model has helped establish the company as the West Coast’s leading appliance retailer. Designer Resources Pacific Sales Kitchen and Home. Where excellence meets expertise. Design Hardware - A stunning and vast collection of jewelry for the home! TimberTech - Real wood beauty

Transcripts available at diceexploder.comOne of my favorite parts about these episodes where I'm highlighting a single moment from an actual play is how many practical lessons I can bring back to my own table by going beat by beat through a significant moment in play. And today, Maia Wilson has brought a particularly significant moment from her show Maia's Game Room in which one character, in desperate straights, is pressured by an NPC to pay for his help with sex.It's an intense moment

Giulio Buciuni, Trinity College Dublin, Entrepreneurial Ecosystem Innovator; Associate Professor in Entrepreneurship & Innovation.Giulio explores how local economies can thrive in a globalized world. As Associate Professor and Associate Director of the M. Sc. in Entrepreneurship and Innovation, he has guided the next generation of innovators while shaping the study of entrepreneurial ecosystems, clusters, and global value chains. His research—published in top international journals—bridges