The Secret Identity of a Superhero

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Tim McGraw: I think I picked the right person like you to have on the show because I love the entertaining aspect and the fun making it fun. So speaking of superheroes, as you know, this is a fun superhero theme. And every superhero has a secret identity and origin story. Let's talk about yours. Tim McGovern: We grew up poor in St. Louis; my dad is his side of the family is from to below Mississippi. My mother, her side of thefamily is from Michigan,. Like North and like South came together St. Louis.

Tim Hykes shines a light on black designers. He shows us how an inspiring idea, and a lot of hard work can make a huge impact. He inspires us to challenge everything, especially the status quo. He motivates us to not wait to be asked to solve a problem, but to be a self-starter and solve it. He also teaches us how being a great designer starts with being a great person.

Secret Identity (6:55)
Criminal Justice Background (11:47)
Why the Web/UX? (13:47)
Racist Hand Soap?? (17:00)
28 Days of Black Designers (20:39)
Why aren't there more Black Designers? (26:17)
Design Superpower (38:11)
Design Kryptonite (40:05)
UX Superhero Name (42:51)
Fights for Users (44:09)
Habit of Success (48:07)
Invincible Resource (56:11)
Recommended Book (57:30)
Best Advice (60:21)
Contact Info (64:10)

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