Fireside Podcast
61 episodes - English - Latest episode: 6 months ago - ★★★★★ - 5 ratingsWelcome to the Fireside. Harkening back to the days of yesteryear, Mike Sulick and Kevin Greene will be taking you fireside for soothing chats about design, but most likely other things. Follow us and stay tuned for updates and episode drops. Fireside. Alright.
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Episodes
The New Year
January 02, 2024 05:00 - 58 minutes - 54 MBOn this episode we discuss the new year, intentions versus resolutions, routines, engaged reading, and imagining fiction.
The Creative Goes South
November 13, 2023 11:00 - 1 hour - 63.2 MBIn this episode, we apologize for being late while apologizing for being late for posting this episode about our adventures in Creative South. Tune in as we discuss what makes a good design conference.
The Three Square Problem
March 30, 2023 10:30 - 1 hour - 55.6 MBOn this episode, we discuss ADHD... and uhhm.. what was I just saying? Oh yeah, we also discuss new hobbies that are not design.
The Sour Episode
December 05, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 64.6 MBOn this episode, we air all the pent up grievances that have been festering inside our tight little bodies for the last decade. Definitely not for the kids, No kids allowed. Kids go home. We also discuss design trends and something else about inspiration, idk.
The Fight or Flight
August 22, 2022 10:00 - 1 hour - 62 MBOn this episode, we discuss texting semantics, woodworking, canceled flights, and personal eras of design. We also purchase movie tickets live on the show.
The Promise
August 08, 2022 09:30 - 56 minutes - 51.4 MBWe're back after a year-long hiatus. We promise nothing.
The Dogs at the Dog Park
May 27, 2021 16:20 - 1 hour - 63.2 MBOn this episode we discuss dog park drama, Sulick's new site, beard maintenance, and projects you know deep in your soul that you should turn down and how to do so. We also discuss Burger King's rebrand, the structural integrity and brand equity of the Dairy Queen Blizzard® flip, Snapple's new Durex logo, and the former Mister Potato Head.
The NFTs, GMEs, and Other Acronyms
March 31, 2021 10:00 - 56 minutes - 51.4 MBOn this episode we discuss crypto, NFTs, and meme stocks. Our two half-educated opinions become one full opinion.
The Toilet Paper Retrospective
March 22, 2021 10:00 - 1 hour - 56.1 MBWow. Does this thing still work? Here we are— EPISODE 29. We recorded this episode in Sept 2020. We discuss life changes and look back on the early days of COVID lockdown (which was 6 months prior to recording this and a full year from me typing this, but whatever). We also promise another episode within a week or two. Seriously.
The Rilakkuma Conspiracy
May 07, 2020 10:00 - 1 hour - 68.5 MBOn this episode, Sulick goes on a 30 minute conspiracy rant about Rilakkuma. We also discuss some design stuff and how we're doing ~2 months into quarantine.
The Quarantine Blues
April 13, 2020 12:23 - 1 hour - 71.3 MBOne month into quarantine, we join forces on Episode 27 to discuss lockdown habits, time no longer mattering, WHO's call for poster entries, Hand-Eye Supply's safety posters, Mario Kart qualms, quarantine meals, video game remakes, daily design challenges, and black and white dreams.
The Brown Sauce
April 06, 2020 20:41 - 54 minutes - 50.3 MBOn this episode, recorded on Halloween 2019, WHEN THE WORLD WAS SOMEWHAT OKAY, we discuss Sulick's trip to Saskatchewan, cults, Halloween candy, ugly people, grilled grapes, and some design stuff.
The DVD Box Set
February 12, 2020 10:00 - 1 hour - 55.5 MBOn this episode, we discuss 2020 plans, Kevin shoots beer out of his nose, and Sulick discusses designing the same phrases over and over again.
The Coke Can Killer
October 17, 2019 09:00 - 59 minutes - 54.8 MBOn this episode, two local idiots describe their plans to bring back murder, why there are no more heroes, and why you should be able to drink and drive.
024 — The Coke Can Killer
October 17, 2019 09:00 - 59 minutes - 54.8 MBOn this episode, two local idiots describe their plans to bring back murder, why there are no more heroes, and why you should be able to drink and drive.
023 — The 90s Coincidence
September 13, 2019 11:58 - 58 minutes - 53.9 MBOn this episode, the hive mind takes over and we realize we have a ton of shared memories from the early 90s. We discuss side projects unlike what we normally work on.
The 90s Coincidence
September 13, 2019 11:58 - 58 minutes - 53.9 MBOn this episode, the hive mind takes over and we realize we have a ton of shared memories from the early 90s. We discuss side projects unlike what we normally work on.
The Best Episode Yet
September 04, 2019 08:00 - 50 minutes - 46.4 MBOn this episode, we discuss railroads, poo, Cleveland, side projects, and panic attacks amongst some other unpopular opinions.
022 — The Best Episode Yet
September 04, 2019 08:00 - 50 minutes - 46.4 MBOn this episode, we discuss railroads, poo, Cleveland, side projects, and panic attacks amongst some other unpopular opinions.
The Wix Playground
August 09, 2019 08:00 - 29 minutes - 27.1 MBWe attended the Social Good event at Wix Playground where students of the 3-month design residency unveiled their newly redesigned websites for nonprofit organizations. We were blown away by the work they presented. We sat down with Vuong and Rona, who run the Wix Playground. We also spoke with Jenn of Adaptive Design and Natalia and Soyoung, the two students that designed their new site. For more information and to apply for the Summer 2020 program, visit www.wix.com/playground/program.
021 — The Wix Playground
August 09, 2019 08:00 - 29 minutes - 27.1 MBWe attended the Social Good event at Wix Playground where students of the 3-month design residency unveiled their newly redesigned websites for nonprofit organizations. We were blown away by the work they presented. We sat down with Vuong and Rona, who run the Wix Playground. We also spoke with Jenn of Adaptive Design and Natalia and Soyoung, the two students that designed their new site. For more information and to apply for the Summer 2020 program, visit www.wix.com/playground/pr...
The Reason We Go 80/20
August 01, 2019 09:00 - 1 hour - 58 MBOn Episode 20 we realize that we discuss design 20% of the time and talk nonsense for the other 80%. That's okay because this episode covers morning routines, our work processes, ground yourself back into design, logo design, and the upcoming Wix Design Playground event.
020 — The Reason We Go 80/20
August 01, 2019 09:00 - 1 hour - 58 MBOn Episode 20 we realize that we discuss design 20% of the time and talk nonsense for the other 80%. That's okay because this episode covers morning routines, our work processes, ground yourself back into design, logo design, and the upcoming Wix Design Playground event.
The Jessica Hische Episode
July 24, 2019 04:05 - 39 minutes - 36.4 MBJessica's upcoming book Tomorrow I'll Be Kind • Pre-Order on Amazon • Pre-Order on Penguin Random House Jessica Hische's Site Jessica Hische on Instagram
019 — The Jessica Hische Episode
July 24, 2019 04:05 - 39 minutes - 36.4 MBJessica's upcoming book Tomorrow I'll Be Kind • Pre-Order on Amazon • Pre-Order on Penguin Random House Jessica Hische's Site Jessica Hische on Instagram
018 — The Downening
July 15, 2019 04:05 - 48 minutes - 44 MBSEASON 2! The highly (or "hotly", if you're Sulick) anticipated return of The Fireside is here. We discuss our hiatus, the failed hard drive, Creative South, our plans for Hostelcon, life updates, and plans for the future.
The Downening
July 15, 2019 04:05 - 48 minutes - 44 MBSEASON 2! The highly (or "hotly", if you're Sulick) anticipated return of The Fireside is here. We discuss our hiatus, the failed hard drive, Creative South, our plans for Hostelcon, life updates, and plans for the future.
The Ballad of Johnny Pepper with Martin Flores
April 18, 2019 21:19 - 1 hour - 117 MBBack at it again! Martin Flores is a Graphic Designer residing in Brooklyn, New York. His work toys with light, space, interactivity, and is always imbued with a sense of humor. He currently designs for Nickelodeon. We discuss his side projects and how boredom fuels creativity. Martin Flores portfolio site: https://www.martinfloresdesign.com/ Martin Flores on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/smartin.flores/
017 — The Ballad of Johnny Pepper with Martin Flores
April 18, 2019 21:19 - 1 hour - 117 MBBack at it again! Martin Flores is a Graphic Designer residing in Brooklyn, New York. His work toys with light, space, interactivity, and is always imbued with a sense of humor. He currently designs for Nickelodeon. We discuss his side projects and how boredom fuels creativity. Martin Flores portfolio site: https://www.martinfloresdesign.com/ Martin Flores on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/smartin.flores/
016 — The Fire Chief's Son
March 04, 2019 13:22 - 56 minutes - 60.6 KBMarcal Paper Factory Sulick's "Conversations in Design" Projects: 01 — Futures 02 — Gestalt
The Fire Chief's Son
March 04, 2019 13:22 - 56 minutes - 60.6 KBMarcal Paper Factory Sulick's "Conversations in Design" Projects: 01 — Futures 02 — Gestalt
The High School Years
February 05, 2019 13:03 - 46 minutes - 42.3 MBOn this episode, we still down with Bridget Centeno (aka Wheels), our high school teacher to discuss her first design jobs and how she ended up in education... and how that ultimately lead to us going into design. Bridget on Instagram: @grafixgoddess
015 — The High School Years
February 05, 2019 13:03 - 46 minutes - 42.3 MBOn this episode, we still down with Bridget Centeno (aka Wheels), our high school teacher to discuss her first design jobs and how she ended up in education... and how that ultimately lead to us going into design. Bridget on Instagram: @grafixgoddess
014 — The Power of Symbol
January 24, 2019 13:21 - 1 hour - 61.1 MBOn this episode we got an episode. It's about rebranding and why companies even do the damn thing. You should listen. Maybe DM us some questions for next time? Cool.
The Power of Symbol
January 24, 2019 13:21 - 1 hour - 61.1 MBOn this episode we got an episode. It's about rebranding and why companies even do the damn thing. You should listen. Maybe DM us some questions for next time? Cool.
013 — The Burn Book
January 17, 2019 12:36 - 55 minutes - 51.2 MBLUCKY 13. We’re burned out. And we don’t know what to do. Can hardly even write this description. Help us.
The Burn Book
January 17, 2019 12:36 - 55 minutes - 51.2 MBLUCKY 13. We’re burned out. And we don’t know what to do. Can hardly even write this description. Help us.
012 — The Virtual Frontier
January 09, 2019 10:00 - 57 minutes - 52.7 MBOn this episode, we step into virtual reality, discuss the disappointments of the digital past, the downfall of Google glass, the possibilities of augmented reality and the virtual frontier bestowed upon us.
The Virtual Frontier
January 09, 2019 10:00 - 57 minutes - 52.7 MBOn this episode, we step into virtual reality, discuss the disappointments of the digital past, the downfall of Google glass, the possibilities of augmented reality and the virtual frontier bestowed upon us.
011 — The New Year
January 02, 2019 10:00 - 49 minutes - 45.8 MBOn this episode, we reflect on an awesome 2018 and look forward to a promising 2019. Happy New Year, everyone!!!
The History of Us
December 19, 2018 11:50 - 1 hour - 68.4 MBOn this episode Sulick cracks the Brinks truck conspiracy, Kevin has a controversial opinion on Christmas, and we recount the glory days of high school and the history of us.
010 — The History of Us
December 19, 2018 11:50 - 1 hour - 68.4 MBOn this episode Sulick cracks the Brinks truck conspiracy, Kevin has a controversial opinion on Christmas, and we recount the glory days of high school and the history of us.
The Subscription-Based Twinkie with Charles Leenstra
December 12, 2018 13:16 - 1 hour - 65.8 MBThe fireside boys have one too many beers and sit down again with Charles “Chuckie J Jams” Leenstra to discuss what they never taught us in school. No really we had one too many beers.
009 — The Subscription-Based Twinkie with Charles Leenstra
December 12, 2018 13:16 - 1 hour - 65.8 MBThe fireside boys have one too many beers and sit down again with Charles “Chuckie J Jams” Leenstra to discuss what they never taught us in school. No really we had one too many beers.
008 — The Good, The Bad, and The Trendy
December 05, 2018 09:00 - 54 minutes - 49.6 MBOn this episode we ponder the plight of Thomas the Tank Engine, Kevin finally opens up about his survival in the Alaskan wilderness, and we discuss the overwhelming trends plaguing the design industry.
The Good, The Bad, and The Trendy
December 05, 2018 09:00 - 54 minutes - 49.6 MBOn this episode we ponder the plight of Thomas the Tank Engine, Kevin finally opens up about his survival in the Alaskan wilderness, and we discuss the overwhelming trends plaguing the design industry.
007 — The Bethisode with Beth Fileti
November 28, 2018 08:00 - 1 hour - 66.7 MBOn this episode, we take shots of whiskey with Beth Fileti, Betty Fileti, and Elizabeth Fileti... or perhaps just one of them. You decide. Beth is an incredible designer, alum of Type @ Cooper, and founder of Polite Type. Beth's Site / Polite Type: http://politetype.com/ Polite Type on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/politetype/ Lusine Paper Art on Etsy: https://www.etsy.com/shop/Lusine
The Bethisode with Beth Fileti
November 28, 2018 08:00 - 1 hour - 66.7 MBOn this episode, we take shots of whiskey with Beth Fileti, Betty Fileti, and Elizabeth Fileti... or perhaps just one of them. You decide. Beth is an incredible designer, alum of Type @ Cooper, and founder of Polite Type. Beth's Site / Polite Type: http://politetype.com/ Polite Type on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/politetype/ Lusine Paper Art on Etsy: https://www.etsy.com/shop/Lusine
The One About Spec Work
November 21, 2018 12:00 - 53 minutes - 48.7 MBOn episode 6 we discuss the 4 S’s of graphic design: suboptimal college habits, spec work, solicitation, and snow storms.