Best UX Studio Podcasts (2025)

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#156 How to Become an Entrepreneur as a UX Designer 39:25

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Anfi and Ioana discuss how to start your entrepreneurship journey as a UX designer. This episode was recorded in partnership with ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Wix Studio.⁠⁠⁠ In this episode: • How can you transition to entrepreneurship, and how do you know it's the right path? • What is Anfi and Ioana’s entrepreneurial experience? • How do you navigate ambi…

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What Architects Can Learn from UX, Tech, and Real Estate | EP658 1:01:37

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End chaos in your firm—300+ peers use this framework. Free video here: https://www.businessofarchitecture.com/framework Most architects feel like outsiders in the business conversations that shape their projects. They're left out of key decisions, treated as a line item cost, and frustrated when their design expertise isn't valued the way it should…

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EP. 108 - I Built a 25-Page Interactive Handbook in 1 Week Using Claude Code (Vibe Coding) 10:16

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Send us a text I just shipped a 25-page interactive handbook with calculators, charts, and a full assessment tool in 3 weeks. Total time that would've taken traditionally? An entire quarter. What I Built: 9-chapter Digital Readiness Handbook (25 pages) Interactive elements, calculators, live charts 8-question assessment tool with scoring SWOT analy…

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Building High-Performance Architecture Teams with Rion Willard | EP657 49:55

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End chaos in your firm—300+ peers use this framework. Free video here: https://www.businessofarchitecture.com/framework In this energetic live session, Rion Willard held at the AIA Austin Event, he asks a hard question: what does a true high-performance architecture team look like? He shares sobering industry stats and stories. Then he flips the sc…

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EP. 107 - I Test AI Products for 2 Weeks Before Writing Code (Save Thousands in Tokens) 11:37

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Send us a text You’re probably burning tokens on an AI feature your users don’t want. You’re not alone. Lots of teams are forcing “AI-native” into products. Here’s the good news: Lean Startup still applies to AI. You can validate the experience without writing a single line of app code. 👉 The No-Code AI MVP (my playbook) Goal: simulate your product…

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#155 Balancing Parenthood and a UX Career w/ Ran Liu 45:26

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Ioana and Ran share their experiences of becoming mothers, exploring how to navigate the pressures of succeeding in the tech industry while balancing parenthood, and addressing the challenges of parental burnout. This episode was recorded in partnership with ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Wix Studio.⁠⁠⁠ This episode's guest: Ran Liu's LinkedIn Check out these …

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Using AI to Eliminate Redundant Work and Boost Profitability in Your Architecture Firm | EP656 59:53

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End chaos in your firm—300+ peers use this framework. Free video here: https://www.businessofarchitecture.com/framework Architects are under more pressure than ever to deliver projects faster, with fewer resources, and tighter margins. Yet much of their time is still spent repeating work, hunting for old files, or redrawing details they know they'v…

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EP. 106 - Shorts: I built production-ready front-end in 60 minutes using Claude Code + ChatGPT Codex (No Figma) 11:16

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Send us a text Please check our podcast on Spotify for the video. For MVP projects, we don't create high-fidelity designs for every single screen anymore. Our designer creates key screens in high-fidelity, then AI generates the entire design system and front-end ready UI components. To prove this workflow works with even less, I took it further. St…

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#154 Important Ideas from TED AI Vienna 20:34

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EP. 105 - Shorts: Claude Imagine is hands down the most exciting build platform I've tested. 10:29

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Breaking Free from Hustle and Grind Culture in Architecture | EP655 51:22

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End chaos in your firm—300+ peers use this framework. Free video here: https://www.businessofarchitecture.com/framework Enoch Sears and Rion Willard tackle the myth of hustle and grind. Why do smart architects work more yet feel behind? They walk through the real cost and hint at a better path that frees your time, profits, and nerves. They share s…

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#153 What I relearned from being a Product Manager 25:51

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Anfi shares valuable lessons she learned while trying her hand as a Product Manager—insights that aren't typically included in job descriptions. This episode was recorded in partnership with ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Wix Studio.⁠⁠⁠ Check out these links: Join Anfi’s ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Job Search community⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The…

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How Zaha Hadid Architects Built a Global, Scalable Practice Without Compromising Design Integrity | EP654 1:11:51

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End chaos in your firm—300+ peers use this framework. Free video here: https://www.businessofarchitecture.com/framework What if the very systems meant to support architects are actually holding them back? In this powerful episode, Rion Willard sits down with Patrik Schumacher, Principal of Zaha Hadid Architects, for a bold, no-holds-barred conversa…

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#152 How to nail your portfolio one-liner 34:25

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Anfi and Ioana discuss how to craft an effective one-liner for your portfolio. This episode was recorded in partnership with ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Wix Studio.⁠⁠ In this episode: • What exactly is a one-liner, and why is it important to focus on it? • What are the common pitfalls when crafting a one-liner? • What essential elements should a strong one-li…

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Uncovering the Money Myths Holding Back Your Practice | EP653 1:03:21

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End chaos in your firm—300+ peers use this framework. Free video here: https://www.businessofarchitecture.com/framework In this thought-provoking episode of the Business of Architecture podcast, Rion Willard sits down with long-time collaborator Nicole, whose work with firm owners goes far beyond strategy and business systems. Together, they explor…

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#151 Designers become curators: UX in the age of generative UI 17:01

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Ioana explores how AI is transforming the role of designers from creators to curators and editors of machine-generated outputs. This episode was recorded in partnership with ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Wix Studio.⁠ In this episode: • When did you first notice AI design outputs starting to look the same? • If our role shifts to curation—similar to art curators…

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How Strategic Communication Helps Architects Win Better Work | EP652 48:32

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End chaos in your firm—300+ peers use this framework. Free video here: https://www.businessofarchitecture.com/framework What if the secret to winning more architecture work wasn't just better design, but better communication? In this thought-provoking episode, Rose Marshall of ING Media pulls back the curtain on how architects can become allies, no…

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#150 What are design interviews really screening you for in 2025? 35:28

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Anfi and Ioana discuss the essential qualities recruiters seek in designers, the growing importance of AI literacy, and strategies for confidently showcasing skills to succeed in interviews and thrive in the design industry of 2025. This episode was recorded in partnership with ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Wix Studio.⁠ In this episode: • What qualities do recru…

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Why Clients Don't Trust You (Even When You Say the Right Thing) | EP651 1:10:48

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End chaos in your firm—300+ peers use this framework. Free video here: https://www.businessofarchitecture.com/framework In this raw and eye-opening episode, Enoch Sears and Rion Willard dive deep into the unseen forces that shape your results as a business leader. They share real stories—from awkward social encounters to emotional breakthroughs—tha…

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#149 Tech world has changed 23:26

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Ioana shares her experience in San Francisco at the Adobe AI Summit, reflecting on her observations of the city’s vibrant tech scene and emerging AI trends in its dynamic environment. This episode was recorded in partnership with ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Wix Studio.⁠⁠ In this episode: Ioana discusses the city’s infrastructure, her time socializing with peopl…

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From Burnout to Breakthrough: Building Freedom Through People | EP650 49:19

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End chaos in your firm—300+ peers use this framework. Free video here: https://www.businessofarchitecture.com/framework In this bold episode of Business of Architecture, host Enoch Sears sits down with serial entrepreneur and black belt Adam Marburger. From hitting personal rock bottom to building six companies, Adam shares raw lessons that will ch…

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#148 Lessons that shaped my design principles 36:07

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Anfi shares the insights and experiences that have shaped her design principles. This episode was recorded in partnership with ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Wix Studio.⁠ Discover Wix Studio’s AI Code Assistant to streamline your workflow and boost efficiency. Check out these links: Join Anfi’s ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Job Search community⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠…

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From Burnout to Balance: How CoXist Studio Transformed Their Practice and Profits | EP649 59:12

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End chaos in your firm—300+ peers use this framework. Free video here: https://www.businessofarchitecture.com/framework Frank and Megan Lin didn't set out to build a high-profit, award-winning firm. For years, they worked late, chased too many projects, and tried to out-hustle their burnout. Then something happened that changed the entire direction…

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How Smarter Systems Are Transforming Firm Profitability | EP648 1:07:13

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End chaos in your firm—300+ peers use this framework. Free video here: https://www.businessofarchitecture.com/framework In this episode of Business of Architecture, Rion Willard sits down with Robert Yuen, CEO of Monograph, to explore how architecture firms can stop running in survival mode and start operating with clarity, cash flow, and confidenc…

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#147 What designers really need to know about business w/ Ryan Rumsey 53:50

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Anfi and Ryan discuss why designers need business skills, how to develop them, and the positive future of design with AI. This episode was recorded in partnership with ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Wix Academy.⁠ In this episode: • What made you realize that designers need to understand business, not just their craft? • How do you define "business," and what does it…

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How to Track Time, Set Profitable Fees, and Grow with Confidence | EP647 57:37

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End chaos in your firm—300+ peers use this framework. Free video here: https://www.businessofarchitecture.com/framework In this episode of Business of Architecture, host Rion Willard sits down with Mike Linn, the fractional CFO behind some of the most financially secure architecture firms today. They explore why most architects unknowingly sabotage…

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#146 Does product design quality still matter in 2025? 38:21

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Ioana and Anfi discuss what constitutes good design quality. This episode was recorded in partnership with ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Wix Marketplace. In this episode: • Is it still important to prioritize UX design and maintain high design quality? • How do some companies manage to succeed despite having poor design? • How would you define quality in the context…

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Growing a Multi-Generational Architecture Firm with Vision, Culture, and Grit | EP646 56:14

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End chaos in your firm—300+ peers use this framework. Free video here: https://www.businessofarchitecture.com/framework Running a successful architecture firm for decades is no small feat—especially when it spans three generations. In this heartwarming and high-energy episode, Scott Spector of Spectorgroup shares the story of how his father built a…

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EP. 104 - From Web 1.0 to AI: A Developer’s Evolution w/ Fame Razak 58:55

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Send us a text Fame Razak shares his approach to building MVPs in just ten days, blending UX design, AI tools, and dev workflows. He talks through past projects with brands like HSBC and Nike and his process for product ideation and scoping. A must-listen for anyone shipping fast and thinking deeply. Interested in joining the podcast? DM Behrad on …

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‘We Had to Start from Scratch’ – Nicholette Prill on UX Design for Digital Tools in Manufacturing 44:30

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In this episode of Landings, Camille sits down with Nicholette Prill, Lead UX Designer at Viewrail, to talk about what it’s been like to stand up a UX practice inside a fast-moving manufacturing company in the Midwest. Nicholette shares how her background in development, QA, and information architecture led to her transition into UX—and how she’s s…

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#145 The UX of Agentic AI w/Andrei Clodius 39:54

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Ioana and Andrei discuss how AI agents are transforming daily work, the differences in designing for agentic AI versus traditional UX, and the evolving role of designers. This episode was recorded in partnership with ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Wix Studio. Discover a Wix Studio management tools tailored for agencies. In this episode: • What are AI agents? How do t…

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#10 Why Most Startups Fail & What UX Leaders Need to Fix with Mark Swaine (featured on Better Tech Leadership) 25:49

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Send us a text On this special episode, your usual host Mark Swaine, sits down as a guest on the Better Tech Leadership podcast to unpack some of the biggest shifts happening at the intersection of UX, product, and AI. "Building software today isn’t hard — what’s hard is building the right thing, in the right way, at the right time." – Mark Swaine …

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Choosing an Entity Structure and Paying Less Taxes | EP645 40:11

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End chaos in your firm—300+ peers use this framework. Free video here: https://www.businessofarchitecture.com/framework Most architecture firm owners don't realize how much money they're leaving on the table. In this episode, financial experts Tal and Rachel Richards, CPA, reveal some of the most common — and costly — mistakes architects make when …

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EP 103 - Art, AI, and the Innovators Who Will Rule the Future w/ Scott Jones 49:59

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Send us a text Discover Scott Jones' journey from improv and filmmaking to the frontlines of AI product management. This episode explores responsible AI, neurodivergence, spiritual insight, and why taste may be the most valuable skill in tech. A raw, thoughtful look at how art and intuition are shaping' the future of work. You can find Scott here: …

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‘There’s Always Another Step You Can Take’ - Kyle Klimek on Digital Transformation in Manufacturing 35:03

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In this episode of Landings, Camille Zyniewicz sits down with Kyle Klimek, Chief Digital Officer at Viewrail, to unpack his journey from engineering student to tech executive—and why he left the world of consulting to go deep with one company. Kyle shares about his South Bend roots, how a serendipitous introduction brought him to Viewrail, and what…

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#144 Being a Junior Designer in the Age of AI 35:10

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Anfi and Ioana discuss the current state and future of the junior designer market, ways to succeed, the impact of AI, and whether pursuing this career is still worthwhile. This episode was recorded in partnership with ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Wix Studio. Explore a Wix Studio collection of outstanding websites crafted by creatives. Make sure to join the "Storyte…

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Digital Marketing Strategies for Architects: SEO, Branding, and Getting Found Online | EP644 55:00

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End chaos in your firm—300+ peers use this framework. Free video here: https://www.businessofarchitecture.com/framework In this episode of Business of Architecture, we dive into a sharp, honest conversation with Elias Christeas, founder of Lighthouse Digital Marketing, about what really works—and what doesn't—when architects try to grow their firms…

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EP. 102 - Shorts: Every AI-Made Page Looks the Same. Here's Why. 8:05

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Send us a text Behrad shares a raw, honest experience building a landing page using AI platforms like Lovable, Replit, and Cursor. After endless failed attempts with “one-shot” tools, Cursor finally delivered. This episode dives into the reality behind modern no-code platforms and why customization still matters. Interested in joining the podcast? …

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‘ I Didn’t Expect to Find This Here’ – Trami Nguyen on Beginning a UX Design Career in a Small Midwest City 48:59

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In this episode of Landings, host Camille Zyniewicz sits down with Trami [ge-MEE] Nguyen [WIN], a UX designer from Goshen, Indiana and 2024 graduate of Purdue University, to talk about growing up in a small Midwest city, navigating cultural identity, and launching a UX design career outside a big-city tech hub. Trami reflects on how her Vietnamese-…

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#143 Inclusive design w/Tej Kalianda 54:13

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Anfisa and Tej discuss the principles of inclusive design, its impact on society, strategies for incorporating it into their workflow, and the significance of the recent EU Accessibility Act. In this episode: • What are some real-world examples of inclusive design in the age of AI? • What are the costs of not designing inclusively? • How can design…

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How to Prepare Your Architecture Firm for a Successful Ownership Transition | EP643 47:35

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End chaos in your firm—300+ peers use this framework. Free video here: https://www.businessofarchitecture.com/framework What really happens when it's time to step back from your architecture firm? In this eye-opening episode, Enoch Sears and Ryan break down the hidden traps and quiet wins that make or break firm transitions. If you think a buyout o…

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EP. 101 – How AI is Rewriting Sound Design w/ Tomi Oladunjoye 38:16

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Send us a text Tomi shares how his obsession with sound led him from building cars to composing award-worthy symphonies—and developing ZenyAI, an AI platform that turns game scenes into dynamic soundscapes. Listen to Tomi's work: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aIhcUYPSTfc You can find Tomi here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tomi-oladunjoye-703a6920…

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‘We Had to Reinvent the Company Every Six Months’ — Caleb Morris on Resilience in the Business of Manufacturing 34:56

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Camille Zyniewicz sits down with her colleague Caleb Morris, President of Viewrail, for a deep dive into the company’s history and rapid growth, the operational reinventions behind it, and the personal journey that brought him back to lead the family business. Caleb reflects on how Viewrail evolved from a 55-person team in 2017 when he started out …

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#142 Building the portfolio in the age of AI 32:31

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Anfi and Ioana discuss emerging portfolio trends in the age of AI and how to effectively use AI tools. This episode was recorded in partnership with ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Wix Studio.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ In this episode: • In the age of AI, what portfolio trends are emerging, and how can designers leverage them today? What do you foresee for the portfolio landscape in 2025?…

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SmithGroup: Leading with Vision, Legacy, and Values | EP 642 1:01:16

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End chaos in your firm—300+ peers use this framework. Free video here: https://www.businessofarchitecture.com/framework What does it take to lead one of the oldest architecture firms in America—and keep it thriving? In this episode, Troy Thompson and Roxanne Malek pull back the curtain on how legacy, leadership, and long-term thinking come together…

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EP. 100 - Shorts: Rethinking E-Commerce with Liquid Glass and Figma Make 8:41

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Send us a text Apple's new "Liquid Glass" design language is polarizing, but its interactive potential is undeniable. In this episode, I break down my hands-on experience designing with it—plus a look at Figma's new Make tool for front-end builds. Could this combo reshape the UX landscape? Interested in joining the podcast? DM Behrad on LinkedIn: h…

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#141 Designing Perplexity - The Builder's Guide to AI Design w/Henry Modisett 40:18

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Ioana and Henry discuss working amidst ambiguity and with products that are constantly shape-shifting. This episode was recorded in partnership with ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Wix Studio.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ In this episode: • Let’s talk about your time at Perplexity. How does it feel to create something that didn’t exist before? How did you make design decisions, and what …

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Leadership Lessons from the East | EP641 27:38

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End chaos in your firm—300+ peers use this framework. Free video here: https://www.businessofarchitecture.com/framework What if the secret to running a thriving architecture firm wasn't doing more, but actually doing less? In this episode, Enoch Sears and Rion Willard share a surprising insight from the East that changed how they think about leader…

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EP. 99 – The Ins and Outs of Vibe Coding with Tia 1:11:41

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Send us a text Designer-turned-coder Tia joins the weekly “UX for AI” jam session to show how far you can push live, AI-assisted “vibe-coding.” From importing Figma shots into Cursor to auto-documenting an entire React/Superbase stack with CodeGuide, we watch the wins, the wipe-outs, and the fixes in real time. Stick around for tool-stack hacks, ha…

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#140 Designers Coding with AI - Inside Intercom’s AI x Design Revolution w/Caitlin Rich 36:06

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Ioana and Caitlin explore how designers at Intercom are beginning to use the Cursor tool to code directly, discuss the broader adoption of AI technologies, examine their effects on workflows and company culture, and consider how these advancements might shape the future of design and development roles. This episode was recorded in partnership with …