Design Matters with Debbie Millman
577 episodes - English - Latest episode: 2 days ago - ★★★★★ - 1.2K ratingsDesign Matters with Debbie Millman is one of the world’s very first podcasts. Broadcasting independently for over 15 years, the show is about how incredibly creative people design the arc of their lives.
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Best of Design Matters: Brad Listi
May 29, 2023 09:00 - 78.1 MBDescribed as a darkly funny meditation on creativity and family, Brad Listi joins to talk about his new book, “Be Brief and Tell Them Everything.”
Best of Design Matters: Indigo Girls
May 22, 2023 09:00 - 65.1 MBAmy Ray and Emily Saliers talk about their extraordinary 30-year creative collaboration as the music duo, Indigo Girls.
Heather Armstrong: A Rebroadcast from 2011
May 15, 2023 09:00 - 36.2 MBWith her blog, Dooce, Heather Armstrong ushered in a new genre of confessional writing online, inspiring millions of readers and creators. To honor her legacy, we are replaying the episode from 2011. Among many things, we talked about suicide and depression, so please be forewarned.
Kyra Sedgwick
May 08, 2023 09:00 - 62.1 MBBest known for her Emmy and Golden Globe-winning role as Deputy Chief Brenda Leigh Johnson on the TNT crime drama The Closer, Kyra Sedgwick joins to discuss her remarkable acting career and new directorial debut, Space Oddity.
Martha Wainwright
May 01, 2023 09:00 - 46.9 MBSinger-songwriter Martha Wainwright joins to discuss her latest album and new memoir about growing up in a family of rock ‘n’ roll royalty and her experiences with love, loss, motherhood, divorce, and the music industry.
Carey Lowell
April 24, 2023 09:00 - 52.1 MBBest known for her role as Bond girl Pam Bouvier in the James Bond movie License to Kill and ADA Jamie Ross in the television series Law & Order, Carey Lowell joins to discuss her career as a model, actress, and ceramicist.
Neil deGrasse Tyson
April 17, 2023 09:00 - 47.7 MBNeil deGrasse Tyson—world-renowned astrophysicist, Emmy-nominated host, and author—is one of the most popular and influential figures in modern science. He joins to discuss his cosmic career and new book, “Starry Messenger: Cosmic Perspectives on Civilization.”
Peter Arnell
April 10, 2023 09:00 - 63.4 MBPeter Arnell has built an unparalleled reputation creating groundbreaking, boundary-averse work for many of the world’s most celebrated brands. He joins to discuss his new book and storied career as a designer, branding executive, photographer, founder, and CEO.
Susanna Hoffs
April 03, 2023 09:00 - 43.1 MBA founding member of the Bangles, a solo artist, and a collaborator, Susanna Hoffs boasts one of pop music’s most striking and beloved voices. She joins to talk about her prolific music career and her new book, “This Bird Has Flown.”
Kirsten Vangsness
March 27, 2023 09:00 - 82.7 MBAmerican actress and playwright Kirsten Vangsness joins to discuss her role as bespectacled tech kitten Penelope Garcia on the long-running CBS crime drama Criminal Minds.
Don Norman
March 20, 2023 09:00 - 55.5 MBDon Norman, the Godfather of UX Design and Cognitive Science’s foremost pioneer, joins to discuss his new book “Design for a Better World” and how human behavior can save the world from its dire predicament.
From A Slight Change of Plans: Kacey Musgraves on Psychedelics
March 19, 2023 13:02 - 30.6 MBToday we’re sharing a preview of A Slight Change of Plans, from Pushkin Industries. Cognitive scientist Dr. Maya Shankar blends compassionate storytelling with the science of human behavior to help us understand who we are and who we become in the face of a big change. Maya sits down with Grammy-winning singer-songwriter Kacey Musgraves. Kacey has never been willing to change herself or her music for anyone else. But a psychedelic trip allowed her to change on her own terms and insp...
Rick Rubin
March 13, 2023 09:00 - 55.7 MBExploring Rick Rubin’s production discography is like taking a tour through the commanding heights of American music over the past few decades. From Run-DMC to Jay-Z to Adele, the record producer joins to talk about his legendary career making classic songs with the best musicians in the world.
Siân Heder
March 06, 2023 10:00 - 65.9 MBBest known for writing and directing the Academy Award-Winning film CODA and her work on the television series Orange Is the New Black—Siân Heder joins to talk about her remarkable career as a writer, producer, and filmmaker.
Lynn Goldsmith
February 27, 2023 10:00 - 59.8 MBLynn Goldsmith has documented over five decades of American culture, photographing stars from The Beatles and The Rolling Stones to David Bowie and Iggy Pop. She joins to talk about her legendary career behind the camera and new book, “Music in the ‘80s.”
Sarah Polley
February 20, 2023 10:00 - 80.9 MBOscar-nominated screenwriter, director, actor, and author Sarah Polley, who began her career as a childhood actress more than three decades ago, joins to talk about her life’s work and newest film, “Women Talking.”
Dario Calmese
February 13, 2023 10:00 - 46.3 MBSitting at the nexus of art, fashion and academia, Dario Calmese is an artist, urbanist, director and brand consultant. He shares his thoughts on photography and the design of the world around us on this very special live episode.
Megan Rapinoe
February 06, 2023 10:00 - 60.8 MBHaving won an Olympic gold medal and two Women’s World Cups, Megan Rapinoe is among the most decorated and world famous athletes of our time. She joins to talk about her legendary soccer career, activism, and New York Times Best-Selling book.
King Princess
January 30, 2023 10:00 - 42.2 MBDelivering soulful vocals over warm, atmospheric synth productions, young music prodigy King Princess joins to talk about their career and the double-edged nature of early success in the music business.
Alexandra Horowitz
January 23, 2023 10:00 - 67.4 MBAlexandra Horowitz—a canine psychologist and authority on how dogs perceive the world—joins to talk about her latest book, ‘The Year of the Puppy,’ and share her knowledge about the relationship between humans and our canine friends.
Will Guidara
January 16, 2023 10:00 - 61.1 MBWill Guidara—an elite New York restauranteur and author—talks about his storied career as a leader in modern luxury dining, delivering service that transforms a meal into a magical experience.
Guy Kawasaki
January 09, 2023 10:00 - 54.5 MBGuy Kawasaki—author, educator, and Chief Evangelist of Canva—talks about his career in Silicon Valley and his experience working for Steve Jobs as Chief Evangelist of Apple.
Best of 2022 with Performers
January 02, 2023 10:00 - 29.2 MBOn this special episode of Design Matters, we look back at the collective brilliance of the musicians and performers interviewed in 2022. Best of Design Matters 2022 with Jack White, Indigo Girls, Joan As Police Woman, Dylan Marron, and Chris Evert is live!
Best of 2022 with Writers
December 26, 2022 11:00 - 34.2 MBOn this special episode of Design Matters, we take a look back at the collective brilliance of fiction writers interviewed in 2022. Best of Design Matters 2022 with Brad Listi, Jason Reynolds, A.M. Homes, Candice Carty-Williams, and Min Jin Lee is live!
Daniel Mitura
December 19, 2022 11:00 - 50.8 MBBest known for starring in the film “The Hobbyist,” Daniel Mitura discusses his multi-hyphenated career as an actor, writer, producer, and playwright and his new science-fiction short film “Launch at Paradise.”
Min Jin Lee
December 12, 2022 11:00 - 64.8 MBThe author of the award-winning novels “Pachinko” and “Free Food for Millionaires,” Min Jin Lee, discusses her remarkable career and the long journey and intention behind her Korean diaspora novels.
Dr. D’Wayne Edwards
December 05, 2022 11:00 - 65.3 MBOver the course of his storied career as a designer and educator, Dr. D’Wayne Edwards has created more than 500 footwear styles for premier entertainers such as Tupac, Dr. Dre, Snoop Dog, and Notorious B.I.G. His designs have been worn in six Olympics and graced all MLB, NFL, and NBA stadiums. He joins to talk about his remarkable career and current role as President of Pensole Lewis College of Business and Design.
James Clear
November 28, 2022 11:00 - 65.2 MBJames Clear has been writing about habits, decision making, and continuous improvement for over a decade. Author of the #1 New York Times bestseller Atomic Habits, he joins to talk about his career and how we can stop sabotaging our efforts with insurmountable goals.
Mickalene Thomas
November 21, 2022 11:00 - 61.2 MBKnown for her elaborate paintings composed of rhinestones, acrylic, and enamel, Mickalene Thomas draws on art history and popular culture to create a contemporary vision of female sexuality, beauty, and power.
Monica Khemsurov and Jill Singer
November 14, 2022 11:00 - 58.1 MBMonica Khemsurov and Jill Singer are the co-founders of Sight Unseen, an online magazine where designers and tastemakers go to find what’s new and next in design and the visual arts. They join to share insights and secrets unveiled in their new book, “How to Live With Objects: A Guide to More Meaningful Interiors.”
David Aaker
November 07, 2022 11:00 - 51.2 MBHailed the “Father of Modern Branding,” David Aaker has received numerous awards for his contributions to the science of marketing and authored some of the most influential books in business. He joins to talk about his new book, “The Future of Purpose-Driven Branding,” and his legendary career.
David Rockwell
October 24, 2022 10:00 - 62.6 MBAs founder of the Rockwell Group, an award winning, cross-disciplinary architecture and design practice, David Rockwell has designed countless visual and spatial heartstoppers ranging from restaurants, hotels, airport terminals, and hospitals, to festivals, museum exhibitions, and Broadway sets. He joins to talk about his remarkable life and upcoming projects.
Michael Kimmelman
October 17, 2022 10:00 - 47.6 MBMichael Kimmelman has been the architecture critic of The New York Times since 2011, writing about cities, public space, infrastructure, community development, public housing, equity, and the environment. He joins to talk about his extraordinary career in journalism and his new book, “The Intimate City: Walking New York.”
Dr. Temple Grandin
October 10, 2022 12:14 - 39.9 MBBest-selling author, scientist, and trailblazer in autism research, Dr. Temple Grandin’s new book “Visual Thinking” draws on cutting-edge research and her own lived experience to reframe the conversation on neurodiversity and different types of thinkers.
Candice Carty-Williams
September 26, 2022 13:06 - 41.4 MBAuthor of the Sunday Times bestselling Queenie—Candice Carty-Williams joins a very special guest host, Roxane Gay, to talk about her latest novel People Person which follows the Pennington family, a cadre of five half-siblings forced together in the wake of a dramatic event.
A.M. Homes
September 19, 2022 11:46 - 59.6 MBBest known for her controversial novels featuring extreme situations and characters, A.M. Homes discusses her most recent book, The Unfolding, and her remarkable career authoring thirteen extraordinarily original books.
Best of Design Matters: Anita Hill
September 12, 2022 18:19 - 52.7 MBThirty years ago, Anita Hill became a household name when she told the world about her experience with sexual harassment in the workplace. Today, she joins to talk about her extraordinary life and new book, “Believing: Our Thirty-Year Journey to End Gender Violence.”
Best of Design Matters: Nick Offerman
September 06, 2022 16:53 - 58.4 MBReflecting on his remarkable life and career, Nick Offerman shares his insights on acting, marriage and the current state of the world.
Best of Design Matters: Michael Stipe
August 29, 2022 11:00 - 57.2 MBMichael Stipe joins to talk about his remarkable life, photography practice, and career as the lead singer and lyricist for the band R.E.M.
Chris Evert
August 22, 2022 12:46 - 50.5 MBRising to the top of tennis stardom, Chris Evert talks about her groundbreaking career as a legendary athlete.
Jessica Nordell
August 15, 2022 10:00 - 62.8 MBJessica Nordell—science and cultural journalist—explores ways of changing pernicious thought patterns to eliminate unconscious bias for a more just world.
Best of Design Matters: Rickie Lee Jones
August 08, 2022 15:00 - 39.6 MBLong a believer in the impossible, Rickie Lee Jones has lived an extraordinary life of song. Here, she reflects on five decades of making music.
Best of Design Matters: Catherine Opie
August 01, 2022 13:00 - 81.2 MBAt 8 years old, Catherine Opie realized “that history is made within an image culture”—and here, she discusses her incredible life as a photographer driven by culture.
Antwaun Sargent
July 25, 2022 13:50 - 53.1 MBWriter, editor, and curator Antwaun Sargent joins to talk about his remarkable career, positioned at the center of the explosion of interest in art made by Black Americans.
Jason Reynolds
July 18, 2022 13:00 - 77.9 MBJason Reynolds—award-winning author and National Ambassador for Young People’s Literature—discusses his prolific writing career that inspires young readers to discover their own stories.
Richard Tuttle
July 04, 2022 13:07 - 34.8 MBOne of the master artists of our time, Richard Tuttle joins to talk about his 60+ year career that has revolutionized the landscape of temporary art.
The secret Somali mixtapes | Far Flung with Saleem Reshamwala
June 30, 2022 13:00 - 26.9 MBIt’s 1988, and Somalis are fleeing the city of Hargeisa. People are trying to get out, trying to save their families and sometimes their things. But in the city’s radio station, staff are packing cassettes and reel to reel recordings into a secret underground bunker. What's on them? A slice of the country’s musical heritage, to remain for years in an underground room—until now. Listen to songs from the episode on this special playlist on Spotify: https://tedtalks.social/3yct0Mj Thi...
Brad Listi
June 27, 2022 13:33 - 78 MBDescribed as a darkly funny meditation on creativity and family, Brad Listi joins to talk about his new book, “Be Brief and Tell Them Everything.”
Celebrating Pride
June 20, 2022 13:45 - 40.2 MBCatherine Opie, Adam J. Kurtz, Robyn Kanner, Michael Stipe, and the Indigo Girls reflect on their journeys in this special Pride episode of Design Matters.
Susan Cain
June 13, 2022 13:00 - 61.5 MB#1 New York Times best-selling author Susan Cain shares how a bittersweet, melancholic outlook makes emotional room for beauty, creativity, and love.