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.
Situated right in downtown Mumbai, India is an area of about 55 acres of dense, overgrown forest. In one of the most populous cities in the world, this is a place where peacocks roam freely — a space out of time. This forest is protected by a religious community. It has survived in a relatively undeveloped state in the middle of this gargantuan city. Importantly, it’s also home to an ancient tradition in crisis — one that is central to the lives (and deaths) of a particular population.
There’s a certain point in this forest beyond which almost no one can step — only special caretakers of these grounds can go any further. They go by many names: khandia, nassassalar, pallbearer, corpse bearer. Their work here is holy. They carry dead bodies to their final resting place – atop stone structures that stand gray against the lush green. These buildings are called Towers of Silence.
A lovingly crafted podcast that reveals the stories behind the world’s most recognizable and interesting sounds.
The sound of Late Night television is a complex beast with many moving parts. In this episode, we step inside the daily hustle of Broadcast Mixer Fred Hedemark as he and his team bring the sound of Late Night with Seth Meyers to life. Along the way, Fred reveals the highs and lows of working on a high-adrenaline, live-to-tape TV show, and shares some never-heard recordings from his years on the show.
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Inspiring Stories & Actionable Strategies.
A Weekly Podcast Companion for Your Creative Journey.
THIS EPISODE IS FOR YOU IF:
- You struggle to find where the literal voices of others and the metaphorical creative voices of your hero’s end and where you begin
- If limitations were put on you by others that you have a hard time shaking off
- You need help finding a starting place to build off of in terms of building your creative identity
- Stick til the end for an exercise to kickstart finding your creative voice
SHOW NOTES
Dr Ken Benau
https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/ken-benau-kensington-ca/279286
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Yoni Wolf / WHY?
https://whywithaquestionmark.com/
https://yoniwolf.substack.com/
Sophie Miller
Connor Jones / Pending Beautiful
https://www.pendingbeautiful.co/
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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!
In this episode of The Gaming Blender, Matt and Scott discuss the concept of an open-world physics-based crafting game. They imagine a game where players take on the role of an architect or mason in different historical eras, tasked with building grand structures using basic materials and techniques. The game would require players to navigate the laws of physics and overcome challenges specific to each structure. They also discuss the idea of gamifying the learning process by incorporating RPG elements and allowing players to learn different building techniques. The replayability of the game is discussed, with the suggestion of adding free DLC to introduce new buildings and challenges. Builders of Divinity is an open-world game where players take on the role of gods of construction. The game is set in a world where the human race lives for a certain period of time with its gods, and when civilization reaches its end, the world resets and new gods are born. Players play as Barry/Susan, a newly appointed god of construction, who must learn on the job by building things for the human race. However, they soon discover that the ancient gods are trying to break the cycle and come back to power. The game combines physics-based building mechanics, crafting, and an underdog story.
00:00
Introduction and Funny Sidebar
00:57
Memorable Moments on Stage
03:03
Discussion of Genre and Mechanics
04:22
Scott Leads the Creative Process
05:57
Genre: Open-World Physics-Based Crafting Game
08:59
Mechanics: Physics-Based and Crafting
10:25
Building Grand Structures in Historical Eras
13:01
Gamifying Learning and RPG Elements
14:28
The Protagonist as a God of Construction
15:24
Replayability and Free DLC
16:01
Introduction to the Concept of Building and Construction
19:02
Exploring the Narrative and Character Development
21:11
The Underdog Story and the Plot Twist
22:07
The Race Against Time and the Battle Against the Ancient Gods
25:13
Balancing Open-World Exploration and Plot Progression
26:33
The Importance of Gathering Materials and Unlocking Abilities
27:21
The Challenges of Mining and Sculpting Marble
28:29
Minimal Hand-Holding and the Tutorial Experience
30:01
Choosing a Captivating Title: Builders of Divinity
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