Celebrating the vibrant world of podcasts, we’re thrilled to introduce a curated collection of indie design podcasts that bring a fresh wave of creativity to the design realm.
These podcasts are more than just typical design discussions or standard tutorials. They represent genuine, raw, and pioneering dialogues that showcase the brilliance and innovation in design.
Picture this: you, your go-to headphones, and the most enthralling voices from the design cosmos. Featuring designers who’ve redefined norms to craftsmen who’ve perfected the blend of aesthetics and utility, these podcasts are your gateway to the multifaceted universe of design.
Why choose indie? Because indie podcasters epitomize spontaneous storytelling. They’re the pioneers who shape their unique creative narratives and share content that resonates deeply. This level of genuine connection is unparalleled.
So, whether you’re deeply rooted in design, have an emerging creative spirit, or simply intrigued by the craftsmanship behind daily items, these podcasts promise a unique experience. Dive into a world of inspiration, design wisdom, and countless enlightening moments.
A heartfelt salute to the incredible hosts who infuse these shows with their creativity. And to our wonderful listeners, thank you for joining us on this invigorating adventure. Turn up the volume, press play, and let’s explore the Top 5 Indie Design Podcasts in unison!
Stay inspired, stay bold, and always embrace the indie spirit.
Design is everywhere in our lives, perhaps most importantly in the places where we’ve just stopped noticing.
99% Invisible is a weekly exploration of the process and power of design and architecture. From award winning producer Roman Mars. Learn more at 99percentinvisible.org.
If you’re one of the millions of Americans struggling with your tax forms today, you’re not alone. Even Albert Einstein allegedly found income taxes to be “the hardest thing in the world to understand.” But how did our tax system become so complicated?
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A lovingly crafted podcast that reveals the stories behind the world’s most recognizable and interesting sounds.
After 10 years and 400 episodes, our friends at Switched on Pop decided it was finally time to revamp their outdated theme song. In this episode, they take us inside the chaotic, hilarious, and surprisingly emotional process of making a new one. Along the way, they get brutally honest feedback from top music critics, craft over a hundred layers of swirling synths and cinematic sound effects, and even get some sonic strategy from our very own Dallas Taylor.
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Inspiring Stories & Actionable Strategies.
A Weekly Podcast Companion for Your Creative Journey.
How do you develop discipline as an artist?
Can you hack your behavior and form creative habits?
What tips or tricks could help you to create more often AND more confidently?
In this episode I’m joined by Eisner Award winning cartoonist Sophie Yanow. Sophie has so much insight on this topic and found great value in creating what she calls a ‘Gentle Comics Habit’. We talk starting, stacking and bundling habits and what it all achieved.
Discuss this episode, share creative wins and obstacles at our next monthly meetup! Join this month’s Creative Pep Rally by supporting the show on Substack or Patreon:
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Nice Try’s second season, Interior, is all about the lifestyle products that have been sold to us over and over, and the promises of domestic self-improvement they have made, kept, and broken.
From Curbed, New York Magazine and the Vox Media Podcast Network.
On this season of Nice Try, we’ve asked why we bring certain goods into our homes. What kinds of utopia they promise, and what they deliver with the latest technology. But even the most faddish of gadgets might just improve a person’s life, because we can fall in love with things. Join us for the last episode of Season Two: a love story.
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Welcome to the Gaming Blender Podcast, where hosts Matt and Scott combine random game genres and elements to create exciting hypothetical games.
Join us on a creative journey as we blend puzzle-solving with action-adventure, strategy with role-playing, and more. Each episode takes you through our process, discussing gameplay mechanics, captivating storylines, and immersive worlds.
Whether you’re a gaming enthusiast or a budding developer, our podcast offers endless inspiration. Explore new narratives, intriguing characters, and engaging gameplay dynamics.
The Gaming Blender Podcast challenges traditional gaming norms, delivering fresh ideas and thought-provoking concepts.
Join Matt and Scott as imagination meets innovation, forging the future of gaming. Tune in, subscribe, and unlock the gateway to endless possibilities!
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This week on the Gaming Blender we draw 'Walking Simulator' again but this time we venture out into the new world making a narrative choice game based around a humble caravan. There's a lot of Switch 2 chat along the way as well.
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We have begun to update our YouTube channel with video playthroughs and we hope to put more up there soon https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZTPuScm5BTf8DdwvaCj0jQ
Keep blending!
