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The first music video I ever saw was Michael Jackson's Thriller. It was 1983 and I was eight. I was over at a friend's house watching the hour-or-so long documentary that played prior to Thriller's premiere.

The first music video I ever saw was Michael Jackson's Thriller. It was 1983 and I was eight. I was over at a friend's house watching the hour-or-so long documentary that played prior to Thriller's premiere. In fact, I remember more about the

We can get inspired; we can learn how to upgrade our skills – but if we are not in the right culture, or helping to create the right culture, we are missing out on our best work opportunities.

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“The universe is made of stories, not of atoms.” — Muriel Rukeyser Listening is an act of respect. It says this matters. It says slow down. It says there’s something here worth understanding.

What happens when a communicator turns the mirror on herself? Sarah Kissko Hersh of Type A Consultancy shares honest insights on clarity, burnout, and real influence—revealing how listening, constraint, and courage fuel better leadership and communication.

Before Roads & Kingdoms existed, Nathan Thornburgh had already been shaped by reporting from places where American power is felt, questioned, and often resented. This episode traces how that worldview formed and why Roads & Kingdoms became the vehicle for telling those stories honestly.

UNICEF works in over 190 countries and territories to save children’s lives, to defend their rights, and to help them fulfill their potential from early childhood through adolescence. They never give up, no matter the global state.

What if style isn’t enough? In this episode of Design Of, John Pobojewski shares why lasting brands are built on ideas, not just looks. He explains how design becomes decoration without meaning and how conviction matters more than chasing trends. For leaders and founders: don’t start with how things look. Start with what they stand for. As John puts it, “If there’s no idea behind it, it’s just style. And style doesn’t last.” Listen to rethink what makes a brand endure.

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Rhyon has built a career as an actor, singer, and performer, but success in the industry led to a bigger question: what if the system itself needs to change? In this episode of Design Of, we talk about ownership, identity, and the shift from being chosen to building your own platform through her company, Rhume.

Simon is a lover of music and a proud ASU Sun Devil.

What does it really take to build a career in comedy? In this episode of The Design Of, Nancy shares the honest side of pursuing stand-up while life keeps moving around you. We talk about uncertainty, showing up before you feel ready, and how the hardest moments can become the material that moves you forward.

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Dena Blevins spent years helping shape some of the world’s most recognizable brands before deciding to build something of her own. In this episode of Design Of, we talk about entrepreneurship, storytelling, reinvention, and the journey of creating Frank, a brand inspired by the humor, heartache, and humanity of everyday life. It’s a conversation about finding purpose, embracing change, and making things that truly matter.

After twenty years building leaders at Young Life, Jon Houghton walked away from work he loved to start over as CEO of Holy Post Media. In this episode, he unpacks what it means to lead from identity rather than performance — and asks the question that's followed him for years: "Am I lovable if I'm not impressive?"

In this episode, we meet Gordon Kaye, a lawyer who once reviewed scripts for Saturday Night Live and now runs one of the most respected design and communication magazines in America. His story is one of legacy, reinvention, and the quiet power of clarity.

What if virtual events sparked real connection? Hear how Rachel Elnar, Heather Lynn, and David Carr-Berry turned Adobe’s Creative Jams into energizing, human-centered experiences. Learn their secrets for building belonging and community online—and why treating audiences as people, not numbers, transforms everything. Tune in for a fresh take on digital gatherings.

What if changing minds isn’t about new campaigns, but new perspectives? Brian Singer (“Someguy”) uses beauty and play to reveal what’s uncomfortable.

What if a side project changed everything? Meet Alyssa Low, whose bold, joyful work now lives on walls, in stadiums, and across Chicago.

What if clarity became your edge? Meet Craig Frazier, the illustrator who left a thriving design firm to craft bold, timeless work seen on stamps, in airports,

What if the strongest brand didn’t shout, but whispered, “You’re enough”? In this episode of Design Of, we meet Katie Kai, formerly Miss Katie Sings, whose authentic approach has made her a trusted voice in children’s music. From a box of rice as a drum to a viral anthem of resilience, Katie proves that empathy, representation, and consistency can speak louder than marketing. Her story reminds creatives, educators, and leaders that authenticity scales, and one kind, clear voice can change everyt

In this episode of Design Of, design leader Doug Powell shares how building IBM’s global design program and leading at AIGA shaped his belief that design thinking is a business advantage. We explore why downturns are the best time to invest in innovation, how human-centered design helps leaders align teams and strategy, and why creative problem-solvers will be at the center of the next wave of AI breakthroughs. This is a timely conversation for executives and brand leaders on making innovation a cultural habit, and why empathy, curiosity, and collaboration are the skills every organization needs to grow.

This episodes guest writes something that I think may resonate with you: When you’re constantly focused on what you can do for others, how you can show up in the world and “make things happen”, without balancing that effort with rest, support and love you end up exhausted and overwhelmed or worse, you start to lose sight of possibility and your sense of purpose.

Christian Vande Velde shares the intense highs and lows of professional cycling, from familial legacy to world championships. His journey offers unique insights into the challenges and triumphs of a career at the highest level of the sport.

Design Of's inaugural episode features musician Ryan O'Neal, more commonly known by his stage name of Sleeping At Last.

Alice Cooper is one of the most recognizable and iconic musicians of all time. As the Godfather of Shock Rock, Alice continues to break new ground in creating an unforgettable show experience for audiences both young and old.