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The Toy Department – Episode 403 1:01:00

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In Episode 403, Madden and Kolsky briefly address their respective levels of exhaustion before jumping right into: A big-time Bananas episode of The Challenge: Battle of the Eras (1:10) and what the “activation” of the ‘Nanaman means for the game moving forward… Ali Wong’s new stand-up special Single Lady (31:30) and the talent to turn a divorce in…

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Diane Hoskins and Andy Cohen: Design for a Radically Changing World 55:28

3d ago55:28

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We don’t know about you, but we spend more time than we’d like to admit worrying about our future. Central to our concerns is how we’re responding to climate change. It’s a massive, multi-dimensional problem. People like Diane Hoskins and Andy Cohen of Gensler, one of the world’s largest architectural firms, bring our anxiety levels down a notch. U…

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Diane Hoskins and Andy Cohen: Design for a Radically Changing World

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We don’t know about you, but we spend more time than we’d like to admit worrying about our future. Central to our concerns is how we’re responding to climate change. It’s a massive, multi-dimensional problem. People like Diane Hoskins and Andy Cohen of Gensler, one of the world’s largest architectural firms, bring our anxiety levels down a notch. U…

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s3e04 Integrating Public Health and Social Welfare: A Transformative Merger with Dr. Erin Bell 15:03

4d ago15:03

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In this episode, New York Commissioner of Health Dr. James McDonald and Executive Deputy Commissioner Johanne Morne welcome Dr. Erin Bell, the new dean of the UAlbany College of Integrated Health Sciences, to discuss the strategic merger of the School of Public Health and the School of Social Welfare, creating a groundbreaking interdisciplinary app…

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The Toy Department – Episode 402 1:08:22

9d ago1:08:22

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In Episode 402, Madden and Kolsky discuss their great lost episode, and attempt to recreate some of the magic you missed last week as they cover: The last two episodes of The Challenge: Battle of the Eras (2:00), including the gladiatorial greatness of Derrick Kosinski and the age-defying dominance of Rachel Robinson… A sprint through the un-aired …

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Bluehost

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You’ve got ideas. Now all you need is a website to make them real. Good news: Bluehost makes that super easy. It’s the all-in-one platform for building and hosting websites. You can save time on design and use AI to build a custom WordPress site within minutes. No coding skills needed. Just your ideas. Bluehost also has tools to help you optimize a…

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In the Making, a podcast for and about the creator economy.

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As a Design Better listener, we have another podcast we think you’ll enjoy. Adobe’s In the Making hosted by Teresa Au takes an honest look at the challenges and rewards of being part of the creator economy. Building a business around your creative pursuits ain’t easy. Wouldn’t it be great to learn from those who have done this before? The show help…

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Jason Chatfield: New Yorker cartoonist on his creative process

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The New Yorker has great writing, but Aarron and I are pretty sure we’re not the only ones who flip through the magazine before reading any articles to find all the great cartoons from legends like Roz Chast or Saul Steinberg. So you can imagine how thrilled we were to get a chance to speak with Jason Chatfield, a New Yorker cartoonist who also hap…

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Jason Chatfield: New Yorker cartoonist on his creative process 13:43

11d ago13:43

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The New Yorker has great writing, but Aarron and I are pretty sure we’re not the only ones who flip through the magazine before reading any articles to find all the great cartoons from legends like Roz Chast or Saul Steinberg. So you can imagine how thrilled we were to get a chance to speak with Jason Chatfield, a New Yorker cartoonist who also hap…

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130 — Chogrin: Artist and Toy Designer of Kidrobot's TMNT Guru 48:12

12d ago48:12

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In this episode, host Brian VanHooker welcomes toy artist Chogrin, who created the TMNT Guru art toy for Kidrobot. In the interview, Chogrin offers up his history with the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles and shares the creative process with the six-armed TMNT Guru sculpture.Sound engineering by Ian Williams. Follow Turtle Tracks Podcast on Instagram: …

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Mattias Hollwich: AI & Architecture 52:12

17d ago52:12

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If, like us, you’ve been tinkering with the plethora of AI tools that have emerged recently, chances are it’s changing your workflow and creative process. AI is a great thought partner for writing, illustration, and even user research, but we’ve been wondering how people in other creative disciplines are using it. Matthias Hollwich, principal and f…

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Matthias Hollwich: AI & Architecture

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If, like us, you’ve been tinkering with the plethora of AI tools that have emerged recently, chances are it’s changing your workflow and creative process. AI is a great thought partner for writing, illustration, and even user research, but we’ve been wondering how people in other creative disciplines are using it. Matthias Hollwich, principal and f…

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s3e03 Climate Change and Public Health: DOH's Dr. Neil Muscatiello and DEC's Sean Mahar Discuss New York State's Collaborative Approach to a Global Challenge 29:21

18d ago29:21

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In this episode, New York State health and environmental experts discuss the far-reaching impacts of climate change on New Yorkers' health, from heat-related illnesses to the effects of severe weather. The conversation explores the critical partnership between agencies and the innovative tools and programs being implemented to address these evolvin…

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129 — A.C. Farley: Mirage-Era TMNT Artist/Painter 1:33:02

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In this episode, host Brian VanHooker up with none other than A.C. Farley from the Mirage-era of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles. Having painted the covers for TMNT Vol.2 #1, the original Vol. 1 collected book covers and all the covers for the Return to New York storyline, Farley is responsible for some of the most dynamic art to ever feature the …

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The Toy Department – Episode 401 1:01:16

22d ago1:01:16

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In Episode 401, Madden and Kolsky discuss Derek’s work-cation and his exclusive property on Haven’t-Seen-Harry-Potter Island before locking in on: The latest from The Challenge: Battle of the Eras (7:00) including the rapid demise of Era 1 and whether or not strategy dictates finishing them off or shifting focus… Netflix’s enthralling WWE docu-seri…

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Skye Waterson: Creative work and ADHD 11:55

25d ago11:55

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We’ve talked with people across many creative disciplines on Design Better, and there’s a red thread that keeps popping up—many are neurodivergent in some way. A diagnosis of ADHD in childhood can seem like a disadvantage, but it can actually become a superpower that enables hyper-focus and deep learning. We wanted to learn more about ADHD so we ca…

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Skye Waterson: Creative work and ADHD

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We’ve talked with people across many creative disciplines on Design Better, and there’s a red thread that keeps popping up—many are neurodivergent in some way. A diagnosis of ADHD in childhood can seem like a disadvantage, but it can actually become a superpower that enables hyper-focus and deep learning. We wanted to learn more about ADHD so we ca…

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The Toy Department – Episode 400 53:54

29d ago53:54

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In Episode 400, Madden and Kolsky discuss Derek’s San Francisco escapades and marvel at the longevity of this silly podcast before getting into: The latest from The Challenge: Battle of the Eras (6:10) where Era I continues to burn to the ground, despite Rachel’s best efforts, and Era II continues to weather the storm that is Cara Maria and Laurel……

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Enrique Allen: Design and entrepreneurship at Designer Fund

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Until Designer Fund was founded by Enrique Allen and Ben Blumenrose, venture capital investments rarely considered design strategy when investing. Companies like Stripe, Notion, Gusto, and Omada Health—all in Designer Fund portfolio companies—see design as a competitive advantage and a tool for acquiring and retaining customers. Enrique Allen told …

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Enrique Allen: Design and entrepreneurship at Designer Fund 1:06:53

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Until Designer Fund was founded by Enrique Allen and Ben Blumenrose, venture capital investments rarely considered design strategy when investing. Companies like Stripe, Notion, Gusto, and Omada Health—all in Designer Fund portfolio companies—see design as a competitive advantage and a tool for acquiring and retaining customers. Enrique Allen told …

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s3e02 Celebrating Progress and Charting the Path Forward: NYSDOH's Dr. David Holtgrave and Allan Clear Discuss New York State's Downward Overdose Trends 23:21

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In this episode of New York Public Health Now, Commissioner McDonald and Executive Deputy Commissioner Morne welcome the Department of Health's own Dr. David Holtgrave and Allan Clear to discuss the encouraging trends, indicating a decline in fatal drug overdoses across the state and nation. The nationally-recognized leaders explore the potential r…

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The Toy Department – Episode 399 1:07:43

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In Episode 399, Madden and Kolsky prepare to overcome a late recording time and Derek’s long week before diving into: The latest from The Challenge: Battle of the Eras (1:50), CT falling, Laurel spiraling and whether the 40th season is living up to expectations so far… The Alex Garland film Civil War (25:50) — how it is ultimately just a movie abou…

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Design Better Trailer 5:18

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Design Better co-hosts Eli Woolery and Aarron Walter explore the intersection of design, technology, and the creative process through conversations with inspiring guests across diverse creative fields, to help you hone your craft, unlock your creative potential, and learn the art of collaboration. Whether you’re design curious or a design pro, Desi…

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Yashar Kassai: Artwork and production design for Spiderman: Into The Spider-Verse, TMNT, and more

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One of the great things about being a dad is getting to watch your favorite movies again with your kids and experience them through a new point of view, and also to watch new films together and see how things like animation evolve and create new ways of telling stories. One of the best examples of this from the past decade is Spider-Man: Into The S…

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Yashar Kassai: Artwork and production design for Spiderman: Into The Spider-Verse, TMNT, and more 12:29

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One of the great things about being a dad is getting to watch your favorite movies again with your kids and experience them through a new point of view, and also to watch new films together and see how things like animation evolve and create new ways of telling stories. One of the best examples of this from the past decade is Spider-Man: Into The S…

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128 — Anna Chavez & Griffin Hansen: TMNT Historical Marker in Dover, NH 42:41

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In this episode, Anna Chavez and Griffin Hansen tell the story of how they honored the legacy of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles by successfully campaigning for a historical marker in the TMNT birthplace of Dover, New Hampshire. Hansen, a film director and writer, is a Dover native, while Chavez is an artist and dedicated TMNT fan. Check out the m…

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Shirley Kurata and Mimi Haddon: Palace Costume and costume design for "Everything Everywhere All at Once" 43:20

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Costume design plays an important role in filmmaking. Films like Austin Powers, Lala Land, Boogie Nights, Black Panther, and Malcolm X transport us to a different time and place through costume. Have you ever wondered how the concepts for costume designs come together? We have—that’s why we’re talking today with Mimi Haddon, author of Palace Costum…

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Brendan Boyle: Toy design, play, and the creative process

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[note: this episode is intended for educational institutions. Please don’t share the link publicly] Eli first met Brendan Boyle when Brendan was his instructor in the undergraduate Product Design program at Stanford, where Brendan has taught for many years. Brendan is also a toy inventor, and one of the assignments in his class was to design a toy—…

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Shirley Kurata and Mimi Haddon: Palace Costume and costume design for "Everything Everywhere All at Once"

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Costume design plays an important role in filmmaking. Films like Austin Powers, Lala Land, Boogie Nights, Black Panther, and Malcolm X transport us to a different time and place through costume. Have you ever wondered how the concepts for costume designs come together? We have—that’s why we’re talking today with Mimi Haddon, author of Palace Costum…

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127 — Mark Bodé & Molly Bodé: Mirage Comics Era Artist & Licensing Assistant 1:09:15

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In this episode of Turtle Tracks, host Brian revists the Mirage days of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles with a conversation with husband and wife duo, Mark Bodé & Molly Bodé. Son of underground comics legend Vaughn Bodé, Mark is an artist who did a number of stories for Mirage during the days of Turtle-Mania, including issues #18 and #32, along wi…

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The Toy Department – Episode 398 1:00:02

2M ago1:00:02

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In Episode 398, Madden and Kolsky are doing it after dark again, with LOTS to catch up on, beginning with a recap of their IRL meetup for a Pearl Jam concert, but moving on to: Two episodes of The Challenge: Battle of the Eras (7:50) and dealing with the fact that heavy hitters (or at least major characters) will be headed home on a weekly basis… J…

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Brendan Boyle: Toy design, play, and the creative process 14:39

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Eli first met Brendan Boyle when Brendan was his instructor in the undergraduate Product Design program at Stanford, where Brendan has taught for many years. Brendan is also a toy inventor, and one of the assignments in his class was to design a toy—now that Eli has kids, he realizes how bad his toy project was, which made Brendan’s justified criti…

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My Boy Only Breaks His Favorite Toys 50:59

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Send us a text We recorded this episode the day after we published our first episode! There are some kinks we're working through and a set-in-stone schedule has not been established, but we hope people like this episode! Our stories and thoughts on 'My Boy Only Breaks His Favorite Toys'! We talked about the mentalities of boys, specifically The Roy…

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s3e01 Navigating the Opioid Crisis: A Conversation with Dr. David Holtgrave 37:11

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In the season three opener of the New York Public Health Now podcast, Department of Health Commissioner Dr. Jim McDonald and Executive Deputy Commissioner Johanne Morne have a conversation with Dr. David Holtgrave, our newest senior policy advisor at the New York State Department of Health. The discussion delves into the department's efforts to add…

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Rewind: Vicki Tan: Learning from new voices

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This week, we’re rewinding to one of our favorite episodes from our 6th season, with Vicki Tan. Vicki is a designer and author, who is now a staff product designer at Pinterest. When we spoke with her, Vicki was an associate principal product designer at Spotify, and Earlier in her career, she was a senior product designer at Headspace, worked on c…

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Rewind: Vicki Tan: Learning from new voices 48:38

2M ago48:38

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This week, we’re rewinding to one of our favorite episodes from our 6th season, with Vicki Tan. Vicki is a designer and author, who is now a staff product designer at Pinterest. When we spoke with her, Vicki was an associate principal product designer at Spotify, and Earlier in her career, she was a senior product designer at Headspace, worked on c…

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The Brief: Creativity multipliers and how nature informs design

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In this issue of The Brief: How to multiply creativity with lessons from Pixar, OK GO, and Meta How to stay connected to nature to fuel your creativity, with Natsai Audrey Chieza, David Sedaris, and John Cleese. Videos, books, and articles to challenge and inspire Come meet Eli and Aarron in person in Austin Oct 28-30 at UserTesting’s The Human Ins…

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The Toy Department – Episode 397 1:04:28

2M ago1:04:28

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In Episode 397, Madden and Kolsky are staying up late again, so it’s right on into: An absolute banger of an episode in Season 40 of The Challenge (1:05) with wall-to-wall physical eliminations that delivered some classic battles and some intriguing upsets… Vince Vaughn’s new Bill Lawrence-created show Bad Monkey (43:20) and whether we finally have…

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Connor Moore: Sound design for Tesla, Uber, Peloton and more 49:06

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Sound is the unsung hero of interaction design. The iconic chorus you hear as you boot up your Mac, the double knock of an arriving Slack message, and the ascending notes Airpods make as they connect to a device all provide context and feedback without visual interactions. Without sound in our design toolbox, interacting with technology would be mu…

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