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Guy Geier - American Institute of Architects Mar 06, 2017

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Guy Geier is the Managing Partner of FXFOWLE Architects and was recently elected President of the American Institute of Architects in New York.

In this episode, we discuss:

His views on the architecture industry.
How architects can create more value for themselves in the marketplace.
Architects' responsibilities in the industry.

Show notes are available at ObsessedShow.com.

Michael Bierut - Founder of Design Observer, Principal at Pentagram Feb 27, 2017

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If you've paid attention to the world of design and advertising over the past 20 years, you have certainly seen Michael's work. You have undoubtedly read articles from him. You may have even watched a documentary that he was interviewed on. On this special episode of Obsessed With Design, Josh sits down with Michael to learn more about his life, his career, and his inspiration.

You can follow him on Twitter here.

In this episode, we discuss:

How he got his start in the world of design.
The founding of Pentagram, and what the world of Pentagram is like today.
His favorite projects and stories from the last 30 years.

Show notes are available at ObsessedShow.com.

David Carson - Design Legend Feb 20, 2017

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David Carson is an American graphic designer, art director and surfer. He is best known for his innovative magazine design, and use of experimental typography.

After you've listened to our interview, check out his Ted Talk.

In this episode, we:

Talk about his view on design today.
Unpack misconceptions around his career.

Show notes are available at ObsessedShow.com.

Ken Hejduk - CEO of Little Jacket Feb 13, 2017

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Ken's journey has been as interesting as it is eclectic. His career started in a restaurant, but soon ventured into design. Today, he runs Little Jacket, a brand consultancy that focuses on helping high-growth startups leverage great design to take their business to the next level.

In this episode, we talk about:

How he got started as a snowboarding, screen printing designer.
Taking a business from printing band posters to doing more profitable design work.
Pivoting to a world of working with high-profile startups and high-growth companies.

You can follow him on Twitter here. Show notes are available at ObsessedShow.com.

Kristian Andersen - Designer, Founder, Investor Feb 06, 2017

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Kristian is currently a co-founder and partner at High Alpha - a Venture Studio that conceives, launches and scales enterprise technology companies. Prior to High Alpha, he founded Studio Science - a leading design + innovation consultancy that works with high-growth technology companies.

Jonathan Hess - "Rock Star Architect" Jan 30, 2017

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Jonathan Hess is a Principal and the President of Browning Day. Many landmarks in the city of Indianapolis are a testament to his ability to translate clients' vision into one of a kind innovative design solutions that exceed expectations and stand the test of time. He is recognized for his design work on the International Orangutan Center at the Indianapolis Zoo, the Eiteljorg Museum of American Indians and Western Art, the Indianapolis Museum of Art and additions to the Children's Museum of Indianapolis and the Indianapolis Motor Speedway.

In this episode, we discuss:

His experience becoming a professional architect.
His work on an amazing orangutan exhibit at the Indianapolis Zoo.

Show notes are available at ObsessedShow.com.

Tim Hickle - Author of The Future-Proof Marketing Playbook Jan 23, 2017

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Tim Hickle is an author, marketer, and a singer of very silly songs. For the past two years, he's been leading our digital marketing efforts at MilesHerndon, as well as producing this podcast. After a year's worth of podcasts, we look back at some of our favorite episodes, learn about his new book, and sing some silly songs.

You can follow him on Twitter here.

In this episode, we discuss:

Producing the Obsessed With Design podcast, including lessons he's learned and his favorite episodes.
His book, and his best digital marketing advice.
The MilesHerndon hold music, which he recorded.

Show notes are available at ObsessedShow.com.

Sean Higgins & Nicholas Rezabek - AKA "Higgins and Rez" Jan 16, 2017

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In 2006, Sean and Nicholas set out on a mission. They wanted to create their dream jobs, because no one else had created it for them. That's when they started The Bubble Project, a two-man design and illustration firm built on this foundation: good food, good music, good time.

You can follow them on Twitter here.

In this episode, we discuss:

How they got their start in design.
How they develop their ideas and aesthetic.
Their most recent projects.

Show notes are available at ObsessedShow.com.

Another Discussion with Prescott Perez Fox Jan 09, 2017

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Don't call it a rebroadcast. In this episode, I sit down with one of my most popular guests for a second time.

In this episode, I talk to Prescott Perez-Fox. Prescott is well-known for his creative work, especially in the realm of package design. You can follow him on Twitter here and subscribe to his podcast here.

You can find show notes on our website at ObsessedShow.com.

Matt Hunckler - Host of Powderkeg Podcast Jan 02, 2017

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Matt is the CEO and Founder of Verge, a tech startup community throughout the Midwest. He's also the host of the Powderkeg Podcast, a podcast focused on helping startups learn from established entrepreneurs.

You can follow him on Twitter here.

In this episode, we discuss: