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Shopify Masters | The ecommerce business and marketing podcast for ambitious entrepreneurs
The Mistakes That Changed Everything (From 8 Real Businesses)

Shopify Masters | The ecommerce business and marketing podcast for ambitious entrepreneurs

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 25, 2026 13:13


Leaders Founders behind Ouai, Good Girl Snacks, Heaven Mayhem, Hedley & Bennett, and more share the expensive, embarrassing, and clarifying mistakes that taught them how to build stronger businesses. For more from these leaders click here Subscribe and watch Shopify Masters on YouTube!Sign up for your FREE Shopify Trial here.

Track Changes
Mindfulness and design: Cal Thompson on why human-centered design matters more than ever

Track Changes

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 23, 2026 34:10


This week on Catalyst, Tammy is joined by Cal Thompson, designer, product advisor, artist and mindfulness teacher with over 15 years of experience in human-centered design. Cal most recently served as VP of Product Design and Research at Headspace, where they led both a design team and a scientific research team through the company's expansion from a meditation app into a full mental health platform. Cal explains how growing up gay in the south impacted how they see design and makes a strong business case for incorporating accessibility into all products and designs. They also explore why the design toolkit is more critical in the AI era than ever before, and why vibe coding without domain expertise risks producing what Cal calls "feature slop." They also dig into the attention economy and how mindfulness is quietly becoming a radical act in a world engineered to capture your focus.Please note that the views expressed may not necessarily be those of NTT DATALinks: Cal Thompson Headspace Future London Academy Center for Humane TechnologyGreenway Institute Learn more about Launch by NTT DATASee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Object Worship
What's the Right Number of Knobs?

Object Worship

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2026 75:39


Today our hosts tackle an all-timer of a question: what's the right number of knobs on a pedal? Stay tuned until the end to find out if they arrive at a definitive, unanimously agreed upon answer! They also talk a lot about Andy's exploration of the Chase Bliss Big Time, and take some listener calls. There's product development chat, time signature chat, listen it's just more chat from your favorite chatterboxes. Buy some Old Blood: https://oldbloodnoise.com/ Join the conversation in Discord: https://discord.com/invite/PhpA5MbN5u Follow us all on the socials: @danfromdsf, @andyothling, @oldbloodnoise Subscribe to OBNE on Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/oldbloodnoise Leave us a voicemail at 505-633-4647!

Design +
Tu travailles la peinture avant les fondations !

Design +

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2026 13:24


Pourquoi autant de designers seniors passent leur temps à refaire leur portfolio … sans que ça débloque réellement leur situation ?Dans cet épisode, je te parle de David, Designer Produit Senior et Directeur Artistique avec plus de 20 ans dans le design, et de Lina, UX Designer avec 8 ans d'expérience qui a déjà refait son portfolio 3 fois en quelques mois.Deux profils différents mais qui ont le même problème : ils essayent de retravailler la surface … alors que le fond n'est pas encore clair.Parce qu'aujourd'hui, beaucoup de designers seniors :retravaillent leur CVleur portfolioleur LinkedInleur siteou cherchent des solutions dans des outils IA……alors qu'ils ne savent plus vraiment :ce qu'ils veulent défendrece qu'ils veulent raconterni même :quelle place ils veulent reprendre professionnellement.Dans cet épisode, j'explique :pourquoi refaire encore son portfolio ne règle pas toujours le vrai problèmepourquoi travailler sur “la peinture” rassure autantce que j'observe chez des designers qui modifient constamment la surfacepourquoi les fondations deviennent le vrai sujet après plusieurs années de métieret pourquoi certains portfolios donnent une impression de flou malgré beaucoup de travailJe parle aussi du vrai travail de fond, celui qui demande :de ralentirde clarifierde faire des choixet parfois de remettre profondément certaines choses à plat.Et à la fin de l'épisode, je vais surtout expliquer pourquoi certains designers recommencent sans cesse les mêmes modifications … sans jamais résoudre le vrai problème.Ce que tu vas comprendre dans cet épisode : Pourquoi certains designers seniors tournent en rond avec leur portfolioPourquoi retravailler la surface donne une illusion d'avancementPourquoi le vrai travail est souvent beaucoup plus profondCe que révèle réellement un portfolio flouPourquoi la confusion intérieure finit souvent par se voir partoutEt pourquoi les fondations deviennent essentielles après plusieurs années de métierAujourd'hui :est-ce que tu construis vraiment quelque chose de stable ?ou est-ce que tu modifies surtout la surface ?est-ce que tu sais clairement ce que tu veux défendre professionnellement ?est-ce que ton portfolio raconte réellement qui tu es aujourd'hui ?ou est-ce qu'il essaye surtout de masquer ton propre flou ?Si tu t'es reconnu dans cet épisode, ne reste pas seul avec ça.Je propose des accompagnements pour t'aider à débloquer concrètement ton portfolio et ta recherche.Contacte-moi en DM sur Linkedin : ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurentgallen/⁠UX Design, UI Design, Product Design, UX Designer Senior, Product Designer senior, Portfolio UX, Portfolio Product Design, Design Career, Podcast UX, Podcast Product Design, Design+, Laurent Gallen, Designer Senior, Repositionnement Designer, Mentorat repositionnement, mentorat portfolio, Recherche emploi UX, Impact Portfolio, UX Leadership, Carrière Design, Portfolio DesignerDesign + est le podcast pour tous les designers UX, UI et Product.Dans la saison 12, on remet les pendules à l'heure sur ta carrière, sur ton positionnement et ton rapport au travail.

Just Minding My Business
Can't Play Guitar Anymore This Musician Built Something Better Instead

Just Minding My Business

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2026 37:48 Transcription Available


We are joined by a guest whose career is a testament to the power of reinvention and the discipline of mastery. Before he was a titan in the manufacturing world, he was a professional guitarist. When a hand injury cut his music career short, he didn't see a setback—he saw a turning point. He took the resilience, pattern recognition, and focus required to master an instrument and applied it to the world of entrepreneurship.  Tom Kubiniec is the Founder and CEO of SecureIt, a U.S.-based manufacturing company that designs and produces innovative secure storage systems for consumers, military, and institutional clients. Before building SecureIt, Tom was a professional guitarist. His music career was cut short due to a hand injury — a turning point that forced him to reinvent himself professionally. Rather than viewing it as a setback, Tom used the experience as a catalyst to transition into manufacturing and entrepreneurship. The discipline of mastering an instrument, performing under pressure, and recovering from adversity shaped the resilience, pattern recognition, and long-term thinking he now brings to business leadership.  Under his direction, SecureIt has become a category leader by challenging conventional industry thinking and focusing relentlessly on product design, operational discipline, and customer responsibility. Over the past year, Tom made several bold operational decisions — including eliminating his internal marketing department — while achieving 66% year-over-year sales growth. He credits this performance not to aggressive promotion, but to disciplined execution, product clarity, and conviction in long-term strategy.  Outside of business, Tom prioritizes time with his family and regularly disconnects outdoors. He believes physical discipline, recovery, and intentional time away from work directly sharpen leadership focus and decision-making. Tom brings a unique blend of creativity, operational rigor, and founder resilience — offering practical insights for entrepreneurs navigating reinvention, growth, and leadership.  CONTACT DETAILS: Business: SecureItWebsite: https://www.secureitgunstorage.com/ Social Media AddressLinkedIN - https://www.linkedin.com/in/tomkubiniec/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/tomkubiniec Remember to SUBSCRIBE so you don't miss "Information That You Can Use." Share Just Minding My Business with your family, friends, and colleagues. Engage with us by leaving a review or comment on my Google Business Page. https://g.page/r/CVKSq-IsFaY9EBM/review Your support keeps this podcast going and growing.  Visit Just Minding My Business Media™ LLC at https://jmmbmediallc.com/ to learn how we can help you get more visibility on your products and services. 

La Pause Produit
Pause Produit - Antso Rakoto - FranceTV

La Pause Produit

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2026 49:19


Dans cet épisode de La Pause Produit, nous parlons d'une compétence souvent sous-estimée dans le métier du Produit : l'influence.Avec Antso Rakoto, VP Product chez France Télévisions, nous explorons une réalité que beaucoup de product people connaissent bien : dans les grandes organisations, le pouvoir de décision est souvent plus limité qu'on ne l'imagine.Alors comment créer de l'impact lorsqu'on ne dispose pas d'une autorité formelle ? Comment faire avancer ses idées, obtenir des arbitrages et aligner les parties prenantes sans pouvoir imposer ses décisions ?Au cours de cet échange, nous abordons :Pourquoi les product people disposent souvent davantage d'un pouvoir informel que d'un pouvoir décisionnelLa définition de l'influence et son rôle dans les organisations complexesL'art du compromisLes principales techniques d'influence utilisées dans les organisationsLa différence entre influence et manipulationUn épisode destiné aux PM, Product Leaders, managers et à toutes celles et ceux qui cherchent à développer leur capacité à faire avancer les sujets dans des environnements où l'autorité formelle ne suffit pas.Pour aller plus loinArticles

ServiceNow Podcasts
The Cost of Building the Right Thing | AI, Speed & Discernment at ServiceNow

ServiceNow Podcasts

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2026 23:38


Engineering teams are building ten times — even a hundred times — more than they could two years ago. That's a win, but one not without challenges. Because the cost of building the right thing has climbed exponentially. In this episode of the ServiceNow Insights podcast, host Bobby Brill sits down with three leaders who are living this tension from three distinct angles: the content and design leader who first spotted the productivity math problem, the design VP pushing for discernment over speed, and the research lead keeping the human at the center. ━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━IN THIS EPISODE ━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━ DAVID HOARE — Group VP, Digital Content & Design, ServiceNow ANAND THARANATHAN — Group VP, Product Research & Insights, ServiceNow DANTLEY DAVIS — SVP of Design, ServiceNow ━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━ CHAPTERS━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━ 0:00 Introduction & Guest Intros 1:13 David: The AI Philosophy — ChatGPT as genuine inflection point 3:02 David: Economic viability — why AI unlocks what was never possible before 3:12 Anand: Three-person startups scaling to $100M+ 3:45 Dantley: From 3D Studio Max to Jarvis — AI as human superpower 6:29 Anand: The customer north star hasn't changed 7:10 David: Engineering's survival problem — the 100x production gap 8:32 David: Andrew Ng's PM-to-engineer ratio + the cost of building wrong 9:40 Dantley: Nine concepts in an hour — design velocity and discernment 12:04 Dantley: The hip-hop tastemaker — slowing down as part of the process 14:20 David: Content governance — the fox guarding the hen house 16:21 Anand: Trust and the human-AI system 17:20 Dantley: AI surprise — UI tech stacks, feature completeness & hidden tech debt 20:21 18-Month Close — Anand, Dantley & David ━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━ KEY TAKEAWAYS ━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━ • Engineering is the first function to see massive AI productivity gains — but that creates a gap every other function has to survive • The cost of building has dropped. The cost of building the wrong thing has climbed exponentially • Discernment is the bottleneck — not speed. Nine concepts in an hour still needs a tastemaker • AI quality is only as good as the content signals it receives — governance is not optional • The customer north star hasn't changed. AI just changes how fast you can move toward it • Customer value is the only metric that matters. Everything else is the path to it ━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━ ABOUT THIS PODCAST ━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━ Subscribe for new episodes on AI, product, engineering, and the future of work. #ServiceNow #AI #ArtificialIntelligence #ProductDesign #SoftwareEngineering #ContentGovernance #DesignLeadership #AIStrategy #ProductManagement #EngineeringLeadership #TechLeadership #FutureOfWork #ServiceNowInsights #MachineLearning #Innovation #DesignThinking #TechPodcast #AIProductivity #DigitalTransformation #CustomerValueSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

ServiceNow TechBytes
The Cost of Building the Right Thing | AI, Speed & Discernment at ServiceNow

ServiceNow TechBytes

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2026 23:38


Engineering teams are building ten times — even a hundred times — more than they could two years ago. That's a win, but one not without challenges. Because the cost of building the right thing has climbed exponentially. In this episode of the ServiceNow Insights podcast, host Bobby Brill sits down with three leaders who are living this tension from three distinct angles: the content and design leader who first spotted the productivity math problem, the design VP pushing for discernment over speed, and the research lead keeping the human at the center. ━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━IN THIS EPISODE ━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━ DAVID HOARE — Group VP, Digital Content & Design, ServiceNow ANAND THARANATHAN — Group VP, Product Research & Insights, ServiceNow DANTLEY DAVIS — SVP of Design, ServiceNow ━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━ CHAPTERS━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━ 0:00 Introduction & Guest Intros 1:13 David: The AI Philosophy — ChatGPT as genuine inflection point 3:02 David: Economic viability — why AI unlocks what was never possible before 3:12 Anand: Three-person startups scaling to $100M+ 3:45 Dantley: From 3D Studio Max to Jarvis — AI as human superpower 6:29 Anand: The customer north star hasn't changed 7:10 David: Engineering's survival problem — the 100x production gap 8:32 David: Andrew Ng's PM-to-engineer ratio + the cost of building wrong 9:40 Dantley: Nine concepts in an hour — design velocity and discernment 12:04 Dantley: The hip-hop tastemaker — slowing down as part of the process 14:20 David: Content governance — the fox guarding the hen house 16:21 Anand: Trust and the human-AI system 17:20 Dantley: AI surprise — UI tech stacks, feature completeness & hidden tech debt 20:21 18-Month Close — Anand, Dantley & David ━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━ KEY TAKEAWAYS ━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━ • Engineering is the first function to see massive AI productivity gains — but that creates a gap every other function has to survive • The cost of building has dropped. The cost of building the wrong thing has climbed exponentially • Discernment is the bottleneck — not speed. Nine concepts in an hour still needs a tastemaker • AI quality is only as good as the content signals it receives — governance is not optional • The customer north star hasn't changed. AI just changes how fast you can move toward it • Customer value is the only metric that matters. Everything else is the path to it ━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━ ABOUT THIS PODCAST ━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━ Subscribe for new episodes on AI, product, engineering, and the future of work. #ServiceNow #AI #ArtificialIntelligence #ProductDesign #SoftwareEngineering #ContentGovernance #DesignLeadership #AIStrategy #ProductManagement #EngineeringLeadership #TechLeadership #FutureOfWork #ServiceNowInsights #MachineLearning #Innovation #DesignThinking #TechPodcast #AIProductivity #DigitalTransformation #CustomerValueSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Complementary
81: The Layers model of product design with Jamie Mill

Complementary

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 14, 2026 58:20


Anthony and Katie chat with returning guest Jamie Mill about this elements of product design diagram and how he's transferred that concept into an AI agent skill. Check out Jamie's first episode with us, episode 53, for more context on the concepts discussed today.Jamie's elements of product design: https://jamiemill.com/blog/2021-07-10-elements-of-product-design/Layer's skill: https://layers.jamiemill.com/Hosts:Anthony Hobday, Generalist Product Designer: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/hobdaydesign⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Katie Langerman, Design Technologist: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/KatieLangerman⁠

Design +
Quand ta recherche d'emploi dure trop longtemps !

Design +

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 12, 2026 13:24


Que se passe-t-il mentalement quand un designer senior cherche un poste durant 6 mois, 9 mois … parfois plus d'un an ?Dans cet épisode, je parle de Julie, Lead UX Designer avec plus de 20 ans d'expérience et de Thomas, UX Designer Senior. Deux profils expérimentés.Deux réactions très différentes.Mais un même problème qui finit progressivement par apparaître : la perte de clarté et de confiance … et parfois même de légitimité.Parce qu'après plusieurs mois sans travailler, quelque chose change souvent :on doute davantageon tourne en rondon se compareon modifie tout en permanenceet surtout …on commence à perdre le lien avec la réalité du terrain.Dans cet épisode, je t'explique :ce que produit psychologiquement une recherche longuepourquoi certains designers finissent par s'isolerpourquoi certains se réfugient uniquement derrière “le marché est compliqué”comment le doute finit progressivement par modifier les comportementset pourquoi le vrai problème n'est pas toujours le portfolioJe partage aussi ce que j'observe concrètement depuis plusieurs mois dans les échanges que j'ai avec des designers seniors. Et à la fin de l'épisode, je vais surtout parler d'un sujet essentiel : comment retrouver de la clarté quand on commence à se perdre soi-même professionnellement.Ce que tu vas comprendre dans cet épisode : Pourquoi une recherche longue finit par modifier les comportementsPourquoi certains designers expérimentés perdent progressivement confianceComment l'absence de terrain crée une perte de légitimitéPourquoi certains se renferment progressivementPourquoi refaire encore son portfolio ne règle pas toujours le vrai problèmeEt pourquoi retrouver une direction claire devient vital après plusieurs mois de rechercheAujourd'hui :est-ce que tu cherches encore avec clarté ?ou est-ce que tu modifies des choses dans tous les sens sans vraiment savoir pourquoi ?est-ce que tu sais encore ce que tu veux défendre professionnellement ?est-ce que tu es encore connecté à ton métier… ou surtout à ta recherche d'emploi ?Si tu t'es reconnu dans cet épisode, ne reste pas seul avec ça.Je propose des accompagnements pour t'aider à débloquer concrètement ton portfolio et ta recherche.Contacte-moi en DM sur Linkedin : ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurentgallen/⁠UX Design, UI Design, Product Design, Lead UX Designer, Recherche emploi, UX Recherche emploi, Product Designer, Designer Senior, Podcast UX, Podcast Product Design, Design+, Laurent Gallen, Carrière Designer, Recherche longue emploi, UX Career, Product Designer Career, Portfolio, Portfolio Designer, Mentorat Designer, Design Leadership, Repositionnement professionnelDesign + est le podcast pour tous les designers UX, UI et Product.Dans la saison 12, on remet les pendules à l'heure sur ta carrière, sur ton positionnement et ton rapport au travail.

1,99 Retail Podcast
Alejandra y Lucía Durban Brizio, CEO y Head of Product & Design

1,99 Retail Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2026 39:17


En este episodio hablamos con Alejandra y Lucía, segunda generación al frente de Soloio en Colombia, una marca nacida en Madrid en 1994 que convirtió el color, los estampados y el diseño italiano en una forma distinta de entender la moda masculina.Lo que empezó con corbatas terminó evolucionando hacia un universo completo de moda, lifestyle y experiencia de marca, con presencia en España y Latinoamérica y una nueva etapa impulsada desde Bogotá y Cartagena.Conversamos sobre relevo generacional, expansión internacional, construcción de marca y cómo transformar una firma familiar en un proyecto creativo con identidad propia. También hablamos del nuevo rumbo de Soloio: el foco en resortwear, la entrada en moda femenina y una visión del retail mucho más experiencial y emocional.Un episodio sobre color, riesgo, familia y retail con personalidad.

MedTech Speed to Data
How We Ran a Clinical Study Without Millions : 45

MedTech Speed to Data

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 9, 2026 34:19


The Advantage of Rapid Prototyping in Wearable MedTech DevelopmentModern cancer treatments are getting better at targeting specific forms of cancer. However, this improved effectiveness often introduces lethal side effects. Skribe Medical is developing wearable technologies to help oncologists monitor and manage these side effects and ultimately improve cancer survivability.In Episode 45 of the MedTech Speed to Data podcast, Key Tech's Andy Rogers has a conversation with Ryan Neely, Skribe Medical's CEO and co-founder, about the startup's approach to rapid prototyping, clinical trials, and wearable technology.Need to knowCancer treatment can be lethal — The most effective drugs often come with black box warnings of harmful and lethal side effects.600,000 US patients are at risk of cardiotoxicity — Toxic drugs damage the heart, leading to complications like arrhythmia and heart failure.Managing cardiotoxicity can delay cancer treatments — Oncologists must now schedule patients for third-party ECG testing, which takes time and delays treatment.The nitty-grittySkribe Medical is developing a wearable ultrasound sensor that detects cardiotoxicity signals for use in oncology clinics. “We have a patch that can be worn to detect cardiotoxicity and really streamline monitoring of heart health,” Neely says. “Rather than an oncologist sending a patient to get a cardiac ultrasound, which could take weeks, the patch can just be placed above the heart for about five minutes. We record a bunch of different signals, pass them through an AI model, and then we can give them either a thumbs up or a thumbs down.”Neely goes on to explain how the in-clinic wearable approach delivers benefits beyond better patient outcomes. “The first device that we're building is intended to be used in the clinic by a nurse or a medical assistant. By the time the doctor is there, you've got your answer.”Designing a wearable device rather than an implant created several advantages for Skribe Medical during its early development. “In a regulated industry like medical devices,” Neely explains, “it's like a little bit of a chicken and egg where people say, ‘we'd like to see some clinical validation' and you're thinking, ‘Well, I don't have a million dollars to fund that.' In a non-invasive device, any opportunity that you can have to test, even if it's this big, bulky thing, you can get some data.”Skribe Medical's technology can extend to other aspects of oncology, including peripartum cardiomyopathy, a rare form of heart failure arising towards the end of a pregnancy. Long-term, Neely envisions building the longitudinal training data needed for predictive monitoring. “What we'd like to do is be able to say, ‘two weeks from now there might be an issue' so you can do something today that prevents any drop [in injection fraction] at all.”Data that made the difference:Skribe Medical's three founders built first prototype at home. They used their home electronics and 3D printing labs to rapidly prototype the first functional sensors.Rapid wearable development delivered data quickly, first by testing themselves and then through clinical testing.Skribe Medical conducted the first clinical tests at an ECG lab where, with consent, the wearable collected patient data for comparison with the patient's ECG results.Having clinical data so early in the process encouraged investors. Last year's pre-seed round raised $1.6 million from angels and VCs to support the next phase of device development and trials.Listen to Andy's conversation with Neely to hear more about Skribe Medical's journey, development process, and the advantages of wearable medical technology.

Joy of Missing Out
The “Anti-Hustle High Achiever” Mindset | Product Design Manager @Discord, Tobi Bisiriyu

Joy of Missing Out

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 8, 2026 61:54


My old Discord work bestie just got promoted *twice* in one year and I needed to know how he did it without losing himself in the process. Tobi Bisiriyu is a Product Design Manager at Discord and he's one of those rare people who is genuinely great at his job, actually likes it, and still makes work the least interesting thing about him. He cosplays, he goes to anime conventions, he walks one hour every day without exception, and he has a philosophy about life that I think more people in tech need to hear.In this ep, we talk about:→ Why looking competent is actually what's holding junior designers back→ the "contract you write for yourself" and how to know if you're breaching it→ why middle management is actually a "death" trap→ say yes to the scary thing...before you talk yourself out of it.→ being greedy "with integrity" and why it's good to want it all→ and why getting a four in life matters more than getting one at workThis episode is for anyone who is good at their job but wonders if there's a version of success that doesn't require you to give everything else up. Tobi is one of the most intentional people I've ever worked with and somehow he got even more thoughtful since we last worked together.→ Find Tobi on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tobibisiriyuSubmit your Coworker Confessions

Object Worship
Hacking Your Pedals

Object Worship

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 5, 2026 68:54


Today our hosts talk about their favorite off-label uses for pedals: an Expression Ramper as an expression splitter, a trereo overdrive pedal as a lofi tape machine, a pedal with perfectly spaced knobs as a phone holder, etc. They take calls and some comments from the Discord, all focused around pedal usage that goes beyond the marketing and expectations of the user interface into unexpected sonic corners. Buy some Old Blood: https://oldbloodnoise.com/ Join the conversation in Discord: https://discord.com/invite/PhpA5MbN5u Follow us all on the socials: @carolinegco, @danfromdsf, @andyothling, @oldbloodnoise Subscribe to OBNE on Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/oldbloodnoise Leave us a voicemail at 505-633-4647!

Design +
Pourquoi certains designers seniors veulent quitter le métier ?

Design +

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 5, 2026 12:18


Depuis quelques mois, j'entends de plus en plus cette phrase chez des designers expérimentés :“Je crois que je n'ai plus envie de faire ce métier.”Dans cet épisode, je te parle d'Élodie, UX Designer Senior dans depuis 17 ans, et de Xavier, UI Designer Senior qui commence sérieusement à regarder des métiers complètement différents du design.Parce qu'aujourd'hui, beaucoup de designers seniors ne sont pas juste fatigués.Le vrai sujet est souvent beaucoup plus profond.Dans cet épisode, je t'explique :pourquoi certains designers commencent progressivement à décrocher émotionnellementce qui use mentalement après 10 ou 15 ans de métierpourquoi certains ne se reconnaissent plus dans leur manière actuelle de travaillerpourquoi les changements du marché créent autant d'anxiétéet pourquoi beaucoup de designers n'ont jamais vraiment pris le temps de se demander ce qu'ils veulent encore construire aujourd'huiJe parle aussi de Clément, qui est arrivé dans l'accompagnement complètement vidé, et de la manière dont il a progressivement retrouvé une direction plus claire.À la fin de l'épisode, je vais aussi partager une idée importante : parfois, le problème n'est pas le métier … mais le contexte dans lequel tu l'exerces depuis trop longtemps.Ce que tu vas comprendre dans cet épisode : Pourquoi certains designers seniors perdent progressivement le lien avec leur métierCe qui fatigue profondément après plusieurs années dans le design produitPourquoi beaucoup continuent “en automatique”Pourquoi certains regardent des métiers totalement différentsCe qui crée aujourd'hui autant de fatigue mentale dans les équipes designEt pourquoi reprendre du recul devient indispensable après plusieurs années de métier.Aujourd'hui, les vraies questions sont :est-ce que tu es encore connecté à ce que tu fais ?est-ce que tu continues par envie … ou seulement par habitude ?dans quels contextes tu ne veux plus travailler ?qu'est-ce que tu aimerais encore défendre aujourd'hui dans ton métier ?Si tu t'es reconnu dans cet épisode, ne reste pas seul avec ça.Je propose des accompagnements pour t'aider à débloquer concrètement ton portfolio et ta recherche.Contacte-moi en DM sur Linkedin : ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurentgallen/⁠UX Design, UI Design, Product Design, Designer Senior, Carrière Designer, Fatigue professionnelle, Recherche emploi UX, UX Podcast, Podcast Design, Design+, Laurent Gallen, UX Career, Product Designer, UI Designer, UX Designer, Design Leadership, Repositionnement professionnel, Burnout, Designer, Recherche emploi, Design carrière, LinkedIn DesignerDesign + est le podcast pour tous les designers UX, UI et Product.Dans la saison 12, on remet les pendules à l'heure sur ta carrière, sur ton positionnement et ton rapport au travail.

Material Matters with Grant Gibson
Designing for Survival with Harry Blakiston Houston of Insulate Ukraine

Material Matters with Grant Gibson

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2026 57:40


Can a $21 window help a nation survive a war? Harry Blakiston Houston, founder of Insulate Ukraine, joins Grant Gibson for this landmark 150th episode to discuss how a simple double-layer window — made from PET and manufactured entirely in Ukraine — is helping families stay warm, creating local employment, and offering a sense of normality in a country shattered by Russia's invasion. In this episode, we dive into what 'material intelligence' looks like when designing under the most extreme constraints.We discuss:Cardboard to PET: How early cardboard prototypes evolved into a $21, locally-manufactured double-layer window.Trust, Innovation and Empathy: The values driving Insulate Ukraine's work, and why they matter in a crisis.Ukraine's Civic Heroes: Celebrating the people keeping the country running.An Unlikely Origin: How the death of the Queen helped lead to the founding of Insulate Ukraine.Designing Under Fire: The particular difficulty of R&D in the humanitarian aid sector, and building an installation system from scratch.Harry also reflects on day-to-day life in a war-torn country, working with whatever materials people had to hand, growing up in Northern Ireland, how Catholicism and boarding school shaped his thinking, and why he wants to rethink the development sector altogether.Find out more and donate at insulate-ukraine.org.Explore more: Visit materialmatters.design for more on our fairs and conferences.Support the show

Stonemaier Streams
10 Product Design Mistakes That Cause the Most Replacement Parts Requests

Stonemaier Streams

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 1, 2026 5:37


https://stonemaiergames.com/10-product-design-mistakes-that-cause-the-most-replacement-parts-requests/

Zalet
Matt Ström-Awn

Zalet

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 1, 2026 79:42


Dobrodošli na Zalet — podkast o dizajnu digitalnih proizvoda!We have a new guest joining us! It's also our third episode in English! In this episode, we had the pleasure of hosting Matt Ström-Awn. Matt is a design leader, engineer, writer, entrepreneur, and musician.

Object Worship
Philippe Herndon and the Art of the Normie Pedal

Object Worship

Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2026 116:18


Today our hosts welcome Philippe Herndon of Caroline Guitar Company. He talks about their latest pedal, a self-proclaimed normie pedal called the Aaron Graves Overdrive. We talk about specific design choices, the story of its namesake, and the importance of versatility even in a fairly fundamental pedal. Plus, we get the scoop on why they use pictures instead of labels, and Philippe has a surprise for us in lieu of the traditional object talk. It's basically a two parter, so fire it up and get listening! Check out the Aaron Graves Overdrive and other pedals from Caroline: https://carolineguitar.com/ Buy some Old Blood: https://oldbloodnoise.com/ Join the conversation in Discord: https://discord.com/invite/PhpA5MbN5u Follow us all on the socials: @carolinegco, @danfromdsf, @andyothling, @oldbloodnoise Subscribe to OBNE on Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/oldbloodnoise Leave us a voicemail at 505-633-4647!

The Color Authority™
S7E05 Challenging Color Codes with Studio RENS

The Color Authority™

Play Episode Listen Later May 26, 2026 46:19 Transcription Available


In this interview for the Color Authority podcast Studio RENS, the Dutch design duo composed of Renee and Stephanie, discusses their 17-year history of exploring the transformative power of color and material. Their creative synergy relies on a balance between Stephanie's analytical structure and Renee's creative, hands-on spirit, a partnership that allows them to embrace the freedom of experimentation without losing focus.RENS is a design research studio specialized in the applied investigationof colours and materials. Based in Eindhoven, the Netherlands, we offercustomized designs and valuable insights through a multitude of practicesand services. RENS was founded in 2008 by Renee Mennen and Stefanie van Keijsteren. We pair a precise, almost mathematical approach to design research with hands- on material experiments and a keen eye for color. Across disciplines and in a variety of mediums, we work on collaborative, commissioned or self-initiated projects. RENS collaborates closely with clients and partners to get to the heart of the matter (and the color). Previous projects and partnerships with museums, companies, brands, and labels from all over the world include:Spectrum Design, Piet Hein Eek, Samsung, Auping, Wolfgordon, Lacq, Cor Unum Ceramics, Desso, Tarkett, Moooi Carpets, Lighting Laboratory Leuven, Philips Innovation Services, Canon, Pode, Baars & Bloemhoff, Kruisherenhotel, Design Museum Ghent & Zuiderzeemuseum.Support the showThank you for listening! Follow us through our website or social media!https://www.thecolorauthority.com/podcasthttps://www.instagram.com/the_color_authority_/https://www.linkedin.com/company/78120219/admin/

Object Worship
Andy Plays the Planetarium

Object Worship

Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2026 79:25


Today our hosts welcome themselves! Andy talks about his recent show at a planetarium: the gear involved, the style of preparation, and the experience of performing with previous guest Matt Kidd. Then they take some calls with questions about a variety of things, and their answers range from "we've never heard of it" to "sorry, that was a lot of information and I don't know if I answered your question." It's another hour of unabashed whatever this is! Buy some Old Blood: https://oldbloodnoise.com/ Join the conversation in Discord: https://discord.com/invite/PhpA5MbN5u Follow us all on the socials: @danfromdsf, @andyothling, @oldbloodnoise Subscribe to OBNE on Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/oldbloodnoise Leave us a voicemail at 505-633-4647!

What Happens Next in 6 Minutes
Objects of Desire

What Happens Next in 6 Minutes

Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2026 35:26


This podcast was taped at a conference where I hosted several Penn Professors on a variety of topics. The audience included my friends who will join me in asking questions.Our speaker is Karl Ulrich who is a Professor at Penn specializing in Industrial Design and has written a book entitled Product Design and Development.Karl will speak about designing an ice cream scooper that is beautiful, sexy, and more useful than any that had been manufactured before. Get full access to What Happens Next in 6 Minutes with Larry Bernstein at www.whathappensnextin6minutes.com/subscribe

Reality Escape Pod
Troy Armstrong: Sound Design, The Escape Game, & The Great Big Gameshow (S11E7)

Reality Escape Pod

Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2026 69:37


"We take your favorite games from TV, but we put our own twist on it." Sound design is the most underused tool in escape room design. It's not just for ambiance; it's a feedback system. It tells players what they did, redirects them when they're wrong, and stops them from doing the same wrong thing over and over. Sound design plays a huge role at The Escape Game and Great Big Game Show. Troy Armstrong has two music composition degrees. If you've played Cosmic Crisis, The Depths, or The Rugrats version ofThe Playground, then you've heard some of his work. Troy got his start in the industry as a gamemaster at The Escape Game. One day, he cold-emailed the head of design to "talk about game design" and left with a sound design commission. Today he's Director of Product Design for Great Big Game Show, one of the newest immersive gaming options from The Escape Game. Great Big Game Show is not an escape room. Rather, it's a live immersive gaming experience where two teams compete over a series of mini games, all guided by an energetic, live host. It takes familiar games from TV, but adds origin spin on the concepts. Troy is passionate about gameshows and sound design. It was fascinating to hear him talk about how he crafts these elements to create the best possible experience for guests. I especially enjoyed hearing him talk about all the ways that sound design can help direct players and shape the flow of a game. If you're interested in hearing more about how sound design matters, join us at the Reality Escape Convention, where Troy will be speaking.   Episode Sponsors We are immensely grateful to our sponsors this season: REA Patreon Backers, PG's Playhouse, Buzzshot, and the Reality Escape Convention. We truly appreciate your support of our mission to promote and improve the immersive gaming community.   Buzzshot Buzzshot is Escape Room Software, Powering Business Growth, Player Marketing, and improving the Customer Experience. They offer an assortment of pre and post game features including robust waiver management, branded team photos, and streamlined review management for Yelp, TripAdvisor, Google Reviews, and Morty. Buzzshot now has integration with the other REPOD sponsors: Morty and COGS. Special Offer for REPOD Listeners: REPOD listeners get an extended 21-day free trial plus 20% off your first 3 months, with no set-up fees or hidden charges. Visit buzzshot.com/repod to learn more about this exclusive offer.   Support Us On Patreon Today Love escape rooms as much as we do? At Room Escape Artist, we've been analyzing, reviewing, and exploring the world of immersive games since 2014. We help players find the best experiences, and push the industry forward with well-researched, rational, and reasonably humorous escape room and immersive gaming content and events. By becoming a Patreon supporter, you're not just backing a blog — you're fueling a mission to make the escape room and immersive gaming community stronger, more thoughtful, and more connected. Access exclusive Patreon content such as: The Bonus Aftershow The Spoilers Club Early access to escape room Tour tickets and REA articles. Your Patreon support goes toward our mission: paying our contributors, funding our infrastructure, and supporting deep research and industry advocacy.   PG's Playhouse If you love wordplay, puzzles, and trivia, this is the podcast for you! PG's Playhouse recreates a fun game night, all in a short, 30-minute format. Of course, what's game night without making new friends? We bring on different guests for the different episodes. Each episode features a puzzle packed with wordplay and trivia, a short chat with the guest, and a segment exploring an interesting topic. I hope you'll take a listen and play along with us at PG's Playhouse.   Reality Escape Convention Our convention, RECON, will be in Laval, Quebec Canada on August 16th & 17th, 2026. RECON offers a curated collection of talks and experiences exploring the business and art of escape room and immersive game creation. All are welcome at this event that is crafted around professionals and aspiring professionals.   Production Credits Hosted by David Spira & Peih-Gee Law Produced by Theresa Piazza Supported by Lisa Spira Edited by Steve Ewing Music by Ryan Elder Logo by Janine Pracht

Object Worship
Phillip Carter and His 1970 Super Reverb

Object Worship

Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2026 89:30


Today our hosts welcome Phillip Carter of the 40 Watt Podcast. It takes them 45 minutes to get to his object because they're all just so good at conversing! They talk about blues, jazz, early influences, discovery of tube amps, the importance of the right speaker, and of course ask the big questions like: are guitar solos good? Check out all things 40 Watt: https://40wattpodcast.com/ Buy some Old Blood: https://oldbloodnoise.com/ Join the conversation in Discord: https://discord.com/invite/PhpA5MbN5u Follow us all on the socials: @40wattpodcast, @danfromdsf, @andyothling, @oldbloodnoise Subscribe to OBNE on Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/oldbloodnoise Leave us a voicemail at 505-633-4647!

FUTUREPROOF.
Product Design' Accessibility Mandate in the AI Age

FUTUREPROOF.

Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2026 25:51


Send us Fan MailWe talk a lot about AI reshaping the future.We talk less about who gets to participate in it.In this episode of FUTUREPROOF., I sit down with Corbb O'Connor, who leads accessibility advocacy at Level Access. Corbb is blind. He's spent years consulting enterprise teams — from financial institutions to global brands — helping them design digital experiences that are actually usable by people with disabilities.This isn't a compliance conversation.It's a systems conversation.As AI systems increasingly generate interfaces, content, decisions, and workflows at scale, accessibility can no longer be an afterthought. If accessibility isn't embedded upstream — in product design, in data pipelines, in AI outputs — exclusion compounds just as quickly as innovation.Corbb argues that inclusion is not a moral add-on. It's infrastructure. It's economics. It's risk management. And increasingly, it's competitive advantage.We explore: Why accessibility should be treated like cybersecurity — a non-negotiable requirement, not a retroactive fix  The difference between “AI for accessibility” and “accessible AI”  Why automated scanning tools can't replace human testing  How poor product design quietly excludes users without teams even realizing it  Why psychological safety and culture matter just as much as tooling  And whether AI will widen or narrow accessibility gaps over the next five years If digital products define access to banking, healthcare, employment, and civic life, then accessibility isn't a feature.It's participation.And as AI becomes core infrastructure, the question becomes sharper:Are we scaling inclusion — or scaling exclusion?

Product Marketing Stories
Les 3 Use-Cases où la collab PMM x Product Design fait toute la différence : signaux faibles & methodo | Hélène & Doriann | 365 degrés

Product Marketing Stories

Play Episode Listen Later May 11, 2026 51:19 Transcription Available


Pourquoi vos utilisateurs sont déçus alors que votre produit tient ses promesses ?C'est souvent là que se cache le vrai problème : un décalage entre ce que vous racontez… et ce que vos utilisateurs vivent réellement.Dans cet épisode, je reçois Hélène et Doriann, qui travaillent main dans la main sur des sujets de Product Marketing et de Product Design pour aider les entreprises à aligner promesse, expérience et adoption.Ensemble, ils partagent leur approche terrain pour faire collaborer ces deux fonctions souvent silotées.Vous allez notamment découvrir :

Dans la tête d'un CEO
DEMAIN : avec Mathieu Nebra (OpenClassrooms)

Dans la tête d'un CEO

Play Episode Listen Later May 10, 2026 9:14


DEMAIN je reçois Mathieu Nebra, entrepreneur depuis 25 ans à l'origine d'une révolution dans l'éducation.

Learning Counsel EduJedi Report
The Importance of Coherence in Classrooms

Learning Counsel EduJedi Report

Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2026 47:55


This podcast episode focused on the importance of coherence in classrooms and the integration of AI tools in education, featuring Sari Factor, Vice Chair and Chief Strategy Officer of Imagine Learning, and Jason Fournier, Senior Vice President of Product Design and AI. The discussion explored how curriculum-informed AI can support teachers by providing targeted resources and feedback while maintaining educational coherence, rather than relying on generic LLMs.

Learning Counsel EduJedi Report
The Importance of Coherence in Classrooms

Learning Counsel EduJedi Report

Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2026 47:55


This podcast episode focused on the importance of coherence in classrooms and the integration of AI tools in education, featuring Sari Factor, Vice Chair and Chief Strategy Officer of Imagine Learning, and Jason Fournier, Senior Vice President of Product Design and AI. The discussion explored how curriculum-informed AI can support teachers by providing targeted resources and feedback while maintaining educational coherence, rather than relying on generic LLMs.

Product Marketing Stories
Dans les coulisses de la collaboration PMM x Product Design pour aligner promesse et expérience produit | Hélène & Doriann | FOCUS

Product Marketing Stories

Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2026 14:03 Transcription Available


Je reçois un duo d'exception : Hélène Chomienne, fondatrice de son agence 365 degrés et PMM et Doriann Defemme, Product Designer. Ensemble, ils partagent leur manière de collaborer au quotidien pour garantir une cohérence entre ce qui est vendu… et ce qui est réellement vécu dans le produit.On parle d'un sujet souvent sous-estimé : l'alignement entre message et expérience, et son impact direct sur l'adoption, la rétention et la croissance.Dans cet épisode, vous allez découvrir :

Object Worship
John Snyder Goes BIG TIME

Object Worship

Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2026 96:59


Today our hosts welcome back Doctor John Snyder of Electronic Audio Experiments. We catch up on his latest project, released into the world today: a hybrid delay pedal made in collaboration with Chase Bliss called Big Time. He also brings with him the Caroline Guitar Company Wave Cannon, a rad distortion pedal that likely set him on the path toward being a go-to collaborator and in-demand brilliant mind of our industry. The release day energy is good and we're all just excited to talk about pedal architecture! Check out EAE: https://www.electronicaudioexperiments.com/ Check out Big Time: https://www.chasebliss.com/big-time Buy some Old Blood: https://oldbloodnoise.com/ Join the conversation in Discord: https://discord.com/invite/PhpA5MbN5u Follow us all on the socials: @electronicaudioexperiments, @danfromdsf, @andyothling, @oldbloodnoise Subscribe to OBNE on Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/oldbloodnoise Subscribe to Andy's Twitch channel: https://www.twitch.tv/powereconomy Leave us a voicemail at 505-633-4647!

Life Matters – A Penn Mutual Podcast
Discipline Over Hype: Penn Mutual's Product Design Philosophy

Life Matters – A Penn Mutual Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2026 48:34


In this episode of the Life Matters Podcast, host Bill Bell, Vice President of Advanced Sales is joined by Ray Caucci, Chief Product Officer at Penn Mutual, for a thoughtful conversation on product philosophy, long-term thinking, and what it takes to build solutions that endure. As Ray prepares for retirement, he reflects on the principles that have helped shape Penn Mutual's approach to product design, focusing on discipline over trends and durability over hype. The discussion offers financial professionals insight into what often goes unseen behind product launches and why restraint plays a critical role in long-term planning confidence. You'll hear practical insights on: Why Penn Mutual prioritizes discipline and simplicity over “flavor-of-the-month” product features What financial professionals often misunderstand about the time and rigor required to launch new products How product philosophy influences pricing, performance expectations, and long-term durability Why chasing the next shiny solution can create risk in client planning conversations How Penn Mutual's approach supports confidence in recommendations over time This episode is designed for financial professionals who want a deeper understanding of how product philosophy impacts real-world planning and why products may evolve, but the principles behind them matter most. Have a question or comment for Bill? Drop him an email at: LifeMatters@PennMutual.com    Follow Us Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PennMutual/    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/PennMutual/     LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/penn-mutual/    Presented by Penn Mutual: https://www.pennmutual.com/    This podcast is for informational purposes. Guests' views, comments, and opinions on products, services, or strategies do not necessarily represent the views of or imply endorsement by The Penn Mutual Life Insurance Company or its affiliates. Product availability, benefits and provisions vary by state.  8882433NS_APR28 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Career Strategy Podcast with Sarah Doody
172: UX Hiring Insights: Alexander Zeh, Head of Product Design at ManyChat, on Building Diverse UX Teams, Scaling Design Teams, and What Makes a Portfolio Stand Out

Career Strategy Podcast with Sarah Doody

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 27, 2026 54:45


What does it take to build a UX portfolio that makes a hiring manager stop scrolling? Alexander Zeh, Head of Product Design at ManyChat, is here to share how he approaches hiring and what many candidates get wrong.In this episode of the Career Strategy Podcast, Sarah Doody sits down with Alexander Zeh, a design leader with over 20 years of experience who has scaled UX teams from 5 to 43 people. Alexander is refreshingly direct about what he's looking for and what sends candidates straight to the 'no' pile.He breaks down how he structures his hiring process to reduce bias, why a failed project can be a stronger case study than a polished one, how to handle NDA-protected work, and why the "hero designer" narrative is working against you. Whether you're actively applying to UX roles or just trying to understand what hiring managers are really thinking, this conversation will change how you approach your next portfolio presentation.Topics discussed in this episode:✅ Why Alexander treats team diversity as a design decision✅ The grading criteria that lets hiring managers make a confident call✅ Why clear writing and articulation matter more than Figma fluency✅ How constraints and failed projects can make a stronger case study than a polished outcome✅ How claiming to do it all might be a red flag to hiring managers✅ Whether UX job seekers in different countries need different portfolios ✅ How to handle NDA-protected work✅ Why showing your thinking at every fork in the road matters more than the final productLinks From This Episode:ManyChat Careers PageMetaviewCSL Podcast Episode ArchiveTimestamps:00:57 Intro: Alexander and ManyChat03:10 Alexander's career journey07:26 From consulting to in-house leadership12:36 Building diverse teams intentionally15:26 Why grading criteria beats "I'll know it when I see it"16:22 Blind submissions to avoid groupthink18:16 What hiring managers actually look for22:19 What standout candidates do differently28:09 Does location affect your UX job search?35:25 Showing impact without a happy ending44:34 Resilience, vision, and holding the tension47:55 Handling NDA work in your portfolio

Object Worship
Shelby Pollard and the 65/61 Jazzmaster

Object Worship

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2026 86:37


Today our hosts welcome Shelby Pollard of Black Bobbin. He brings with him the city of Chicago, as well as a 65/61 Jazzmaster refin that set him on the path of Jazzmaster expertise back in his days working at Chicago Music Exchange. Today, Black Bobbin is a curated boutique of interesting guitar products, including the Black Bobbin JM, which represents the culmination of Shelby's knowledge and preferences in the world of Jazzmasters (you've also heard Dan yapping about how much he likes his). There's a lot of insight and tidbits of knowledge throughout this one - go hit play! Check out Black Bobbin: https://blackbobbin.com/ Buy some Old Blood: https://oldbloodnoise.com/ Join the conversation in Discord: https://discord.com/invite/PhpA5MbN5u Follow us all on the socials: @danfromdsf, @andyothling, @oldbloodnoise Subscribe to OBNE on Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/oldbloodnoise Subscribe to Andy's Twitch channel: https://www.twitch.tv/powereconomy Leave us a voicemail at 505-633-4647!

Jeep Talk Show, A Jeep podcast!
Tyler from MORRFlate Returns: Copycats, Patents & 4-Tire Air System Exposed

Jeep Talk Show, A Jeep podcast!

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 23, 2026 69:23


**Boys and Girls, We're Back! Tyler from MORRFlate Returns – Tire Inflation Wars, Copycats, Patents & Off-Road Innovation** We're back with another awesome episode of the Jeep Talk Show! Tyler from MORRFlate joins us again for a raw, honest conversation about building a business in the off-road world, dealing with big-time copycats, patent battles, and why competition (the right kind) actually drives innovation. Tyler has been wheeling Toyotas all over California since he was a kid, lives close to the Rubicon Trail, runs NorCal 4x4 Rescue, co-hosts the Snail Trail 4x4 Podcast, and has poured serious support into trail advocacy. In this return visit (first one was back in September 2025), he opens up about getting threatened by a major player, the reality of enforcing patents, and how a $3M company competes against $45M giants with deep marketing pockets. We dive deep into: - How MORRFlate's 4-tire inflation/deflation system works (connects all four tires as one big air tank, equalizes pressure automatically, saves massive time on the trail) - The frustration of direct copies (even stealing the signature neon green color) - Why patents aren't the silver bullet everyone thinks - Airflow limitations of Schrader valves and future ideas to fix the bottleneck - Building a company from a garage condo to a team of 8+ with a warehouse in Sacramento - Lifetime warranties, obsessive quality control, and hiring fellow off-roaders - AI chatbots on the website, robots in manufacturing, and how AI is changing marketing and product design Tyler also shares his 30-second elevator pitch: MORRFlate makes airing up and down your tires super convenient so you can actually enjoy the trail instead of babysitting a compressor. If you've ever deflated for traction, fought with individual tire hoses, or dreamed of faster air-ups on your Jeep, Toyota, or any rig — this one's for you. **Timestamps:** 00:00:00 Show Opening 00:00:10 Misnaming Moore Flat 00:00:31 Tyler's Background & Sales 00:01:19 Previous Interview & Threats 00:02:06 Acquisition Threat & Patent Journey 00:03:08 Patent Approval & Copycats 00:04:01 Company Name Confidential 00:04:33 Patent Enforcement Costs 00:05:21 Competition and Innovation 00:06:35 Amazon Listings & Pricing 00:08:03 RealTruck Ownership Impact 00:09:12 Podcast Monetization Issues 00:09:41 Morfleet Product Overview 00:11:07 Tire Deflation Benefits 00:12:59 Airflow Limits of Valves 00:13:28 Air Tank Volume Calculations 00:14:43 Limited Tank Capacity Demo 00:15:46 Compressor Performance Insights 00:16:24 Personal Projects & Ideas 00:17:40 Upcoming Valve Projects 00:19:07 Valve Interior Flow Restriction 00:21:41 Heavy Equipment Valve Solutions 00:23:48 Apex Rapid Valve Review 00:24:15 Challenges with Large Tires 00:24:59 Passion for Problem Solving 00:29:04 Warehouse & Quality Control 00:34:48 Lifetime Warranty Strategy 00:37:02 Customer Focus Assurance 00:38:22 Employee Attitude Culture 00:39:50 Testing Competitor Gear 00:40:51 People-Centric Philosophy 00:43:28 Corporate vs Small Business 00:44:07 Politics and Truth 00:45:47 Vendor Conflict Over Copying 00:49:05 AI Chatbot Deployment 00:50:30 AI, Quality Control & Robotics 00:53:25 AI in Product Design 00:54:51 AI Impact on Jobs 00:57:45 Minimum Wage Debate 00:58:49 Digital Media & AI 01:02:40 Show Recap & Future 01:04:25 Closing Thanks 01:06:38 Final Thanks & Friendship 01:09:02 Interview Conclusion **Links:** - MORRFlate Official Site: https://morrflate.com/ (Check out the Quad hose kits, Air Hub, and play with their AI chatbot!) - Tyler on Instagram/X: @4x4ToyotaTyler - MORRFlate on Social: @morrflate - Snail Trail 4x4 Podcast: Search "Snail Trail 4x4" on your favorite platform (830+ episodes!) If you're out at Overland Expo, off-road events, or shopping on Amazon — look for the real neon green MORRFlate gear. Drop a comment: Have you tried a multi-tire inflation system? Would you buy from the original innovator or a cheaper copy? What's your biggest air-up/down frustration on the trail? Thanks for watching! Hit LIKE if you enjoyed the convo, SUBSCRIBE for more Jeep/off-road stories, and turn on notifications so you never miss an episode. Support trail advocacy and small off-road businesses — they keep the trails open and the innovation coming. #Jeep #OffRoad #MORRFlate #Toyota #Rubicon #TireInflation #Overlanding #4x4 Visit our website: https://jeeptalkshow.com/ Watch/Listen on Spotify https://jeeptalkshow.com/spotify Join our Discord Server: https://jeeptalkshow.com/discord Subscribe to our newsletter: https://jeeptakshow.com/newsletter Help Support the show via Patreon: https://jeeptalkshow.com/patreon

Win the Day with James Whittaker
280. Little Luxuries with Caleb Ulffers (product design expert)

Win the Day with James Whittaker

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 21, 2026 58:09


“The impediment to action advances action. What stands in the way becomes the way.” — Marcus AureliusCaleb Ulffers is the internet's favorite curator of “little luxuries.”At his core, Caleb is obsessed with intentional living—designing products, spaces, routines, and even his own mind to create more flow, clarity, and performance. He's helped build startup ecosystems, produced nationally recognized conferences, exited companies in health and software, and taught product design to Fortune 500 teams.More recently, he's grown a content audience of 250K+ followers by sharing his taste for “little luxuries” and thoughtfully curated consumer products—building both influence and six-figure brand partnerships along the way.In this episode:• When it's time for you to take a different path in your life.• How your environment shapes your energy.• The blueprint to consistently go viral on social media.• Why building in public accelerates trust.Let's WIN THE DAY with Caleb Ulffers!_

Go To Market Grit
From Airbnb to Linear: How Karri Saarinen Redefined Product Design

Go To Market Grit

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 20, 2026 77:18


In a market that hadn't changed in decades, Linear didn't win by being faster. They won by being more thoughtful.Karri Saarinen helped shape design at Airbnb and Coinbase before building Linear around small teams and high standards.On Grit, he shares how Linear is building for a new era of software development.Guest: Karri Saarinen, co-founder and CEO of LinearConnect with Karri SaarinenXLinkedInConnect with Josh Coyne:XLinkedInConnect with Joubin:XLinkedInEmail: grit@kleinerperkins.comFollow on LinkedInFollow on X​Learn more about Kleiner Perkins

Object Worship
Setback

Object Worship

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 17, 2026 65:38


Today the whole Object Worship world suffers a Setback - did I say suffers? I mean revels in! Our hosts are talking all about the new Old Blood Noise Endeavors Setback, a reverse pedal with all the bells and whistles. They start with some anecdotes about their personal gear journeys, then dive into Setback: the development process, control choices, art and name, and why you're gonna wanna set back and play one. Buy some Old Blood: https://oldbloodnoise.com/ Join the conversation in Discord: https://discord.com/invite/PhpA5MbN5u Follow us all on the socials: @danfromdsf, @andyothling, @oldbloodnoise Subscribe to OBNE on Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/oldbloodnoise Subscribe to Andy's Twitch channel: https://www.twitch.tv/powereconomy Leave us a voicemail at 505-633-4647!

A SEAT at THE TABLE: Leadership, Innovation & Vision for a New Era

One of the most difficult things to do is  build  successful tech products.  That seems counterintuitive at a time when its seems that everyone - from tech giants to a guy in his bedroom - is rolling out apps, setting up platforms and launching what they hope will be the next big thing.In reality, developing a product that can both attract users - and keep them - is a massive challenge, that most developers are not able to meet.Today we're joined by the brilliant Riddhi Bhasker, a product manager focused on building 0 to 1 products in early-stage startup environments. She's   led product development across consumer social platforms, AI-driven tools, B2B applications, and marketplace platforms, with hands-on experience in user retention design, gamification systems, onboarding optimization, and conversational AI architecture.On this episode of A Seat at The Table podcast Riddhi will be discussingWhy most gamification kills the products it's supposed to saveHow to build AI products that don't fail quietlyKnowing when not to build somethingThe one thing most people get wrong about building products in early-stage companiesLet's take an insider's look behind the scenes at what's its really like to build a successful tech product.USEFUL LINKS:Connect with Riddhi BhaskerLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/riddhi-bhasker/Substack: https://substack.com/@riddhibhaskerThe Climb with Cherie Clonan The Climb is a podcast for people building something meaningful and finding their..Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifyVisit A Seat at The Table's website at https://seat.fm

Kingscrowd Startup Investing Podcast
Solgaard: Building a Sustainable Travel Brand by Turning Ocean Plastic into Premium Products

Kingscrowd Startup Investing Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 17, 2026 27:13


In this episode of Inside Startup Investing, Chris Lustrino speaks with Adrian Solgaard about building a sustainable travel brand rooted in ocean plastic innovation. (00:00–01:30) Solgaard began as a Kickstarter campaign and quickly gained traction with consumers seeking functional, eco-friendly products. (01:30–03:15) Adrian explains how the company turns ocean-bound plastic into premium luggage and accessories. (03:15–05:40) They discuss product design, including modular systems that differentiate Solgaard in a crowded travel market. (05:40–08:10) The conversation dives into scaling challenges, including manufacturing, supply chains, and maintaining quality. (08:10–11:20) Finally, they explore brand storytelling, mission alignment, and how sustainability drives long-term consumer loyalty. (11:20–14:30)

The Human Upgrade with Dave Asprey
Why I'm Putting 100x Bleach on My Face : 1450

The Human Upgrade with Dave Asprey

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 16, 2026 36:57


Your body already makes the most powerful wound-healing molecule on the planet, and now you can use it at home. This episode breaks down hypochlorous acid (HOCl), the compound your white blood cells produce naturally, and why it outperforms Neosporin, hydrogen peroxide, and synthetic antibiotics for everything from cuts and burns to eczema, rosacea, and chronic wounds. -Watch this episode on YouTube for the full video experience: https://www.youtube.com/@DaveAspreyBPR -Grab a generous discount on your next purchase of Active Skin Repair by using code ‘Dave' at: https://www.activeskinrepair.com Host Dave Asprey sits down with Justin Gardner, a 20-year leader in health, wellness, and regenerative medicine who has founded and sold multiple companies and introduced over 50 innovative products into hospitals and doctors' offices. When Justin discovered hypochlorous acid, he shifted his entire focus to making this medical-grade, non-toxic molecule available to the public, founding Active Skin Repair to give people a cleaner, more effective alternative to the chemical-laden products that dominate the skincare aisle. Dave and Justin cover the full biohacking case for HOCl: how it kills 99.9% of bacteria, viruses, and fungi in 15 seconds, why it does not trigger antibiotic resistance, how it avoids destroying the healthy growth factors that hydrogen peroxide nukes, and how it supports the skin microbiome instead of wrecking it. They also get into AI as a tool for functional medicine research, why the standard of care is the floor not the ceiling, and how smarter not harder approaches to wound care and chronic skin conditions are finally going mainstream. Dave shares the story of treating a mystery acid beetle wound from his Amazon trip using this exact compound, and why it belongs in every medicine cabinet alongside your supplements stack. You'll Learn: Why hypochlorous acid is 100 times more powerful than bleach but has the same safety profile as saline How HOCl mimics your immune system's own wound response instead of overriding it Why hydrogen peroxide and Neosporin can actually stall healing and damage your skin microbiome How HOCl disrupts biofilms in chronic wounds, sinuses, and on the skin during eczema flare-ups Why most HOCl products on the market contain little to no active ingredient How to use AI tools like Claude and Perplexity for functional medicine research that most doctors haven't done Why the US standard of care is the floor, not the ceiling, for anyone serious about longevity and anti-aging How to stack HOCl with red light therapy and other biohacking tools for faster recovery Thank you to our sponsors! - Viome | Check it out at https://www.viome.com/ and use code 10DAVE for 10% off. It's time to stop guessing and start knowing your body. - The One Device | Use code DAVE for $10 off at https://www.theonedevice.com/dave - STEMREGEN | Go to https://www.stemregen.co/dave30 Use code DAVE30 for 30% OFF your next order. - Puori | Go to https://www.Puori.com/DAVE or use code DAVE at checkout to get 32% off your Puori Fish Oil subscription. You save more than $18. Dave Asprey is a four-time New York Times bestselling author, founder of Bulletproof Coffee, and the father of biohacking. With over 1,000 interviews and 1 million monthly listeners, The Human Upgrade brings you the knowledge to take control of your biology, extend your longevity, and optimize every system in your body and mind. Each episode delivers cutting-edge insights inhealth, performance, neuroscience, supplements, nutrition, biohacking, emotional intelligence, and conscious living. New episodes are released every Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday (BONUS). Dave asks the questions no one else will and gives you real tools to become stronger, smarter, and more resilient. Keywords: Justin Gardner, Active Skin Repair, hypochlorous acid, HOCl, wound healing, skin repair, antimicrobial, biofilm, eczema, rosacea, acne, skin microbiome, regenerative medicine, functional medicine, biohacking, anti-aging, human performance, longevity, supplements, AI healthcare, Dave Asprey, Neosporin alternative, natural healing, chronic wounds, skin inflammation, topical antibiotics, wound care, clean skincare, medical grade skincare, smarter not harder Resources: • Get A Discount On Active Skin Repair By Using Code ‘Dave' At: https://www.activeskinrepair.com • Get My 2026 Clean Nicotine Roadmap | Enroll for free at https://daveasprey.com/2026-clean-nicotine-roadmap/ • Dave Asprey's Latest News | Go to https://daveasprey.com/ to join Inside Track today. • Danger Coffee: https://dangercoffee.com/discount/dave15 • My Daily Supplements: SuppGrade Labs (15% Off) • Favorite Blue Light Blocking Glasses: TrueDark (15% Off) • Dave Asprey's BEYOND Conference: https://beyondconference.com • Dave Asprey's New Book – Heavily Meditated: https://daveasprey.com/heavily-meditated • Join My Substack (Live Access To Podcast Recordings): https://substack.daveasprey.com/ • Upgrade Labs: https://upgradelabs.com Timestamps: 00:00 – Trailer 00:47 – Dave's Injury Story 01:55 – What Is Hypochlorous Acid? 02:41 – HOCl vs. Neosporin 03:23 – History of HOCl 04:49 – HOCl vs. Hydrogen Peroxide 06:19 – Off-Label Use 08:41 – Skin Microbiome 15:29 – Chronic & Slow-Healing Wounds 16:30 – HOCl for Eczema & Rosacea 18:31 – Skincare Industry Problems 21:38 – Integrity in Product Design 28:24 – Using AI for Health Research 34:17 – GHB, Pharma & Suppressed Compounds 35:58 – Wrap-Up & Discount Code See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Truth About Social Ads
Mission-Driven Product Design: Creating Safer Baby Essentials Through Hands-On Innovation with John Westerhaus

The Truth About Social Ads

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 15, 2026 47:52


Children's nutrition is evolving fast as parents question plastics, processed foods, and gut health risks—this episode explores practical solutions for safer, smarter baby feeding.Children's nutrition and early gut health are becoming major concerns for modern families, and this episode explores how one parent turned frustration into innovation. John Westerhaus shares how his personal experience with his son's feeding challenges led to the creation of safer, non-toxic baby mealtime solutions designed to support healthier development.Listeners will learn how plastic packaging, processed baby foods, and convenience-driven habits can impact early gut development, and why the first five years are critical to long-term health. John also breaks down how thoughtful product design, patented innovations, and mission-driven entrepreneurship helped launch a growing children's wellness brand built around real-world parenting needs.John Westerhaus is the founder of Low Country Littles, a children's wellness brand focused on non-toxic baby mealtime products and gut-friendly nutrition solutions. He launched the company in 2023 alongside his wife, Anna, after their son experienced feeding challenges that led them to research early childhood nutrition and gut microbiome health.Through hands-on product innovation, John developed patented reusable baby food pouches and complementary products made from premium platinum silicone, designed to support whole nutrition while reducing exposure to harmful materials. His work centers on improving early childhood wellness through smarter product design and education around gut health development.

Essential Ingredients Podcast
095: How ChicoBag Changed the Plastic Waste Game

Essential Ingredients Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 14, 2026 36:44


In this episode, Justine Reichman interviews Andy Keller, founder of Chico Bag, about the journey of creating sustainable reusable bags, the impact of plastic pollution, and practical ways to reduce waste in daily life. They explore the evolution of environmental awareness, innovative product design, and how individual actions can drive systemic change. Keywords sustainability, plastic pollution, reusable bags, eco-friendly products, environmental impact, waste reduction, consumer behavior, plastic industry, microplastics, eco-conscious living Key  topics The environmental impact of plastic bags Innovative design of Chico Bag for behavior change The evolution of plastic pollution awareness Microplastics and human health risks Strategies for reducing single-use plastics The role of consumer voice in sustainability Extended producer responsibility and take-back programs The lawsuit against plastic industry and its impact Sound bites "We now make bags out of 100% recycled PET bottles" "First they ignore, then they fight, and then you win" "It's not about perfection, but mindful daily actions" Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Essential Ingredients and Andy Keller 03:10 The Impact of Plastic Bags on the Environment 06:13 The Birth of Chico Bag: A Personal Journey 09:08 Sustainability in Product Design 12:01 Changing Consumer Behavior Towards Reusables 14:51 The Importance of Mindfulness in Consumption 17:53 Innovative Solutions for Takeout Waste 20:44 The Role of Restaurants in Reducing Waste 24:01 The Fight Against the Plastic Industry 26:52 Taking Action: Daily Steps Towards Sustainability 30:10 Future Goals and Community Engagement Resources: Coupon code is : CHOOSEREUSE (CASE SENSITIVE)

The Agile World with Greg Kihlstrom
#842: Braze Chief Product Officer Kevin Wang on how AI has forever changed product development

The Agile World with Greg Kihlstrom

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 13, 2026 25:36


With AI promising to accelerate everything, is the most important role for a leader now to be the one who knows when to hit the brakes?Agility requires a balance between the rapid adoption of new technologies and the strategic wisdom to know which ones will actually deliver customer value. It's less about moving fast and more about moving in the right direction.Today, we're going to talk about how AI has permanently changed product development. But while it enables teams to tackle more problems faster than ever, the real challenge has shifted to keeping pace with rising customer expectations. This new landscape requires a shift in product leadership—from simply adopting trends to discerning real value, and using human judgment and creativity to decide where AI can make the biggest impact, and where it's just noise.To help me discuss this topic, I'd like to welcome, Kevin Wang, Chief Product Officer at Braze. About Kevin Wang Kevin Wang is the Chief Product Officer at Braze, where he leads the definition of Braze's product roadmap and R&D efforts, as well as managing and scaling the Product Management and Product Design teams. Kevin joined Braze as its fifth employee in 2012, helping to build the first product sold to customers and the early engineering team. He's since held a variety of roles across product management, engineering, engineering management, and technical recruiting. Prior to Braze, Kevin was a consultant at Accenture focusing on the energy sector. Kevin holds a B.S. in Brain & Cognitive Sciences from MIT. Kevin Wang on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevin-wang-96131916/ Resources Braze: https://www.braze.com/ The Agile Brand podcast is brought to you by TEKsystems. Learn more here: https://aglbrnd.co/r/2868abd8085a9703 Drive your customers to new horizons at the premier retail event of the year for Retail and Brand marketers. Learn more at CRMC 2026, June 1-3. https://aglbrnd.co/r/d15ec37a537c0d74 We're proud to be a media partner for #MAICON26 - Oct. 13-15! Learn how AI can power your marketing and business and help you grow smarter. Use code AGILE150 to save! https://aglbrnd.co/r/7fe458ced0f04658 Enjoyed the show? Tell us more at and give us a rating so others can find the show at: https://aglbrnd.co/r/faaed112fc9887f3 Connect with Greg on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gregkihlstromDon't miss a thing: get the latest episodes, sign up for our newsletter and more: https://aglbrnd.co/r/35ded3ccfb6716ba Check out The Agile Brand Guide website with articles, insights, and Martechipedia, the wiki for marketing technology: https://www.agilebrandguide.com The Agile Brand is produced by Missing Link—a Latina-owned strategy-driven, creatively fueled production co-op. From ideation to creation, they craft human connections through intelligent, engaging and informative content. https://www.missinglink.company Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Agile World with Greg Kihlstrom
#842: Braze Chief Product Officer Kevin Wang on how AI has forever changed product development

The Agile World with Greg Kihlstrom

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 13, 2026 28:06


With AI promising to accelerate everything, is the most important role for a leader now to be the one who knows when to hit the brakes? Agility requires a balance between the rapid adoption of new technologies and the strategic wisdom to know which ones will actually deliver customer value. It's less about moving fast and more about moving in the right direction. Today, we're going to talk about how AI has permanently changed product development. But while it enables teams to tackle more problems faster than ever, the real challenge has shifted to keeping pace with rising customer expectations. This new landscape requires a shift in product leadership—from simply adopting trends to discerning real value, and using human judgment and creativity to decide where AI can make the biggest impact, and where it's just noise. To help me discuss this topic, I'd like to welcome, Kevin Wang, Chief Product Officer at Braze. About Kevin Wang Kevin Wang is the Chief Product Officer at Braze, where he leads the definition of Braze's product roadmap and R&D efforts, as well as managing and scaling the Product Management and Product Design teams. Kevin joined Braze as its fifth employee in 2012, helping to build the first product sold to customers and the early engineering team. He's since held a variety of roles across product management, engineering, engineering management, and technical recruiting. Prior to Braze, Kevin was a consultant at Accenture focusing on the energy sector. Kevin holds a B.S. in Brain & Cognitive Sciences from MIT. Kevin Wang on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevin-wang-96131916/ Resources Braze: https://www.braze.com/ The Agile Brand podcast is brought to you by TEKsystems. Learn more here: https://aglbrnd.co/r/2868abd8085a9703 Drive your customers to new horizons at the premier retail event of the year for Retail and Brand marketers. Learn more at CRMC 2026, June 1-3. https://aglbrnd.co/r/d15ec37a537c0d74 We're proud to be a media partner for #MAICON26 - Oct. 13-15! Learn how AI can power your marketing and business and help you grow smarter. Use code AGILE150 to save! https://aglbrnd.co/r/7fe458ced0f04658 Enjoyed the show? Tell us more at and give us a rating so others can find the show at: https://aglbrnd.co/r/faaed112fc9887f3 Connect with Greg on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gregkihlstromDon't miss a thing: get the latest episodes, sign up for our newsletter and more: https://aglbrnd.co/r/35ded3ccfb6716ba Check out The Agile Brand Guide website with articles, insights, and Martechipedia, the wiki for marketing technology: https://www.agilebrandguide.com The Agile Brand is produced by Missing Link—a Latina-owned strategy-driven, creatively fueled production co-op. From ideation to creation, they craft human connections through intelligent, engaging and informative content. https://www.missinglink.company

Object Worship
Dave Gill and the Boss PS-5

Object Worship

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 10, 2026 103:53


Today our hosts welcome Dave Gill of Baltimore Sonic Research Institute. Dave is a long-time hog, first time guest, and we have a great time getting into a lot of specifics about Boss pedals, particularly the PS-5 Super Shifter. We ponder the historical arc of Boss' popularity, the different considerations looking at a company that size vs a company like Old Blood vs a company like BSRI, and we reiterate that the best thing about this industry is the people. It's a good hang, and you're invited! Buy some BSRI: https://www.bsriaudio.com/ Buy some Old Blood: https://oldbloodnoise.com/ Join the conversation in Discord: https://discord.com/invite/PhpA5MbN5u Follow us all on the socials: @bsriaudio, @danfromdsf, @andyothling, @oldbloodnoise Subscribe to OBNE on Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/oldbloodnoise Subscribe to Andy's Twitch channel: https://www.twitch.tv/powereconomy Leave us a voicemail at 505-633-4647!

The Outdoor Biz Podcast
546 From Manufacturing to Orange Mud: Josh Sprague on Product Design, Grit, and Building an Outdoor Brand

The Outdoor Biz Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 7, 2026 65:56


Josh Sprague, founder of Orange Mud, joins Rick to share how a simple frustration on the trail turned into a successful outdoor gear brand. Drawing on his manufacturing background, Josh breaks down what it takes to design durable products, scale production, and compete in a crowded market. They also discuss hard lessons from supply chain disruptions, the importance of systems and customer education, and why most product ideas fail. Plus, how endurance sports like trail running shape resilience in business. A must-listen for founders, creators, and outdoor industry professionals.

Design Better Podcast
David Shim and Rachana Rele: Read AI CEO and VP of Product Design for AI-native products at Adobe on amplifying creative work — not replacing it

Design Better Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 1, 2026 35:30


Today we have two guests from two different companies who have one shared conviction: AI works best when it amplifies people, not replaces them. Today we're joined by Rachana Rele, VP of Product Design for AI-native products at Adobe, and David Shim, co-founder and CEO of Read AI. Together, they're building very different products — but they share a vision of AI that removes the drudgery from creative work and makes room for the thinking that actually matters. In this conversation, we dig into some ideas that could genuinely change how you think about your work. David talks about this concept of “storage of intelligence” — the idea that your knowledge, your meeting history, your working style could all be captured and made available as a kind of digital twin that keeps working even when you're not in the room. And Rachana shares how Adobe is thinking about AI not as a one-shot creative output machine, but as a collaborative partner that helps teams break out of their own blind spots. We also push them on the harder questions — the job anxiety that's real right now in tech, the surveillance concerns that come with recording your work life, and where they each personally draw the line. Bios David Shim is Co-Founder and CEO of Read AI, an AI productivity platform focused on helping knowledge workers leverage the power of AI to improve how they collaborate, communicate, and get work done. The platform provides meeting insights, search, chat, and proactive recommendations for millions of professionals, integrating seamlessly with the tools teams already use. Read AI is pioneering the concept of the Digital Twin—AI that serves as a true extension of you, built on deep contextual understanding of how you work. Today, Read AI is trusted by teams at 90% of the Fortune 500 and in the past year, was recognized as a Top 10 AI Vendor for Enterprises by Brex, a Top 50 AI App by a16z and Mercury, and named one of Inc.'s Top 16 Companies to Watch Before founding Read AI, David served as CEO of Foursquare and previously founded Placed, which was acquired by Snap in 2017. In 2025, he was named CEO of the Year by Geekwire. Rachana Rele Rachana has spent 20+ years at the intersection of technology and human experience — figuring out not just what to build, but why it matters. At Adobe, she shapes the direction of new products, nurtures ideas from zero to something real, and helps early-stage businesses find their footing and grow. She's also a perpetual student — currently finishing an MBA at UC Berkeley's Haas School of Business, with an M.Eng. in HCI from Clemson and a B.E. in Industrial Engineering from the University of Mumbai.

Shopify Masters | The ecommerce business and marketing podcast for ambitious entrepreneurs
He Built One of Canada's Biggest Fashion Brands—Then Walked Away to Start Over

Shopify Masters | The ecommerce business and marketing podcast for ambitious entrepreneurs

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 26, 2026 36:28


Inder Bedi spent 18 years building Matt & Nat into a global fashion brand—then walked away. Burned out by offshore production and boardroom economics, he came back with a radical new vision: Bedi Studios, premium outerwear built from waste materials in Montreal and guaranteed for life. For more on Bedi Studios and show notes click here Subscribe and watch Shopify Masters on YouTube!Sign up for your FREE Shopify Trial here.