Sketchnote Army Podcast

In this episode of the podcast, I have a great discussion with Martin Haussmann, a visual facilitator, author, trainer and creator of the bikablo® visualization technique. Martin talks about how he developed his bikablo approach and the ways it has helped thousands of people around the world express themselves visually through training and bikablo visual dictionaries.SPONSORED BYThis episode of the Sketchnote Army Podcast is brought to you by Neuland, the innovative maker of visual thinking tools. Every Neuland product is designed with passion to be durable and sustainable.Check out their newly redesigned Neuland FineOne® line of water-based, refillable markers: The rich, black, permanent Outliner in bullet and brush optionsThe crisp, fine lines and rich colors of the Sketch lineThe flowing, variable brushes and colors of the Art lineSave 15% with code neuland@sketchnotearmy-2021 at Neuland.com until May 30th, 2021RUNNING ORDERIntro: Who is Martin?Martin’s origin story: how did bikablo come to be?What is it like taking bikablo training?How training is like a multiple course mealWhat’s most challenging about online trainingWhat are online training benefits?What is Martin excited about? Visual problem solving!ToolsTipsOutroLINKSAmazon affiliate links below support the Sketchnote Army Podcast.Bikablobikablo on Twitterbikablo on Instagrambikablo on YouTubebikablo on LinkedInbikablo on FacebookKommunikationslotsenBook: Back of the Napkin by Dan RoamBook: Visual Language for the 21st Century by Bob HornBrandy AgerbeckDavid SibbetDave GrayBenjamin FelisMartin’s live sketch 1Martin’s live sketch 2Martin’s live sketch 3TOOLSAmazon affiliate links below support the Sketchnote Army Podcast.Neuland MarkersNeuland Twin OneBook: Make a World by Ed EmberleyTableTop FlipChart XLGeneric A5 notebook as Martin’s extrabrainiPad Pro 12.9”Apple PencilProcreateTIPSBe systematic in your visualization so you can stay focusedBe systematic in your visualization styleBe systematic in your visualization strategyCREDITSProducer: Alec PulianasTheme music: Jon SchiedermayerSUBSCRIBE ON ITUNESYou can subscribe to the podcast through iTunes.SUPPORT THE PODCASTTo support the creation, production and hosting of the Sketchnote Army Podcast, buy one of Mike Rohde’s bestselling books. Use code ROHDE40 at Peachpit.com for 40% off!

In this episode hear from Ania Staskiewicz, a sketchnoter, graphic recorder, and visual thinking teacher in Poland. Learn how she made the leap from manager in a government office to full-time visual practitioner, fulfilling her childhood passion of drawing brought a huge energy boost that keeps her going.SPONSORED BYThis episode of the Sketchnote Army Podcast is brought to you by Neuland, the innovative maker of visual thinking tools. Every Neuland product is designed with passion to be durable and sustainable.Now you can get your own custom printed Neuland Markers! Neuland prints your company’s logo, slogan, URL, or an individual message on markers – even in small batches. These markers are the ideal gift for workshop participants and customers.Save 15% with code neuland@sketchnotearmy-2021 at Neuland.com until May 30th, 2021RUNNING ORDERIntro: Who is Ania?Ania’s origin story: from government work to visual workThe enjoyment Ania gets from challenging topics to capture visuallyAnia’s online workshopsOn becoming a full-time graphic recorder and sketchnotingThe benefits of learning what you love before you go full-timeToolsTipsOutroLINKSAmazon affiliate links below support the Sketchnote Army Podcast.Ania’s Website in PolishAnia’s Website Translated into EnglishAnia on InstagramTOOLSAmazon affiliate links below support the Sketchnote Army Podcast.Neuland MarkersMolotow MarkersMoleskine SketchbookCanson SketchbookiPad Pro 12.9”Apple PencilProcreateTIPSDraw regularly for 10-15 minutes every dayFind sketchnotes you admire, extract ideas and practice themDon’t limit yourself - challenge yourself with tools and papersCREDITSProducer: Alec PulianasTheme music: Jon SchiedermayerSUBSCRIBE ON ITUNESYou can subscribe to the podcast through iTunes.SUPPORT THE PODCASTTo support the creation, production and hosting of the Sketchnote Army Podcast, buy one of Mike Rohde’s bestselling books. Use code ROHDE40 at Peachpit.com for 40% off!

In this episode hear the passion of John Muir Laws, a scientist, teacher and author who helps people forge deeper, more personal connections with nature through keeping illustrated nature journals.John and I talk about how he entered into nature journaling, the importance of parents encouraging kids to explore their interests, ways sketchnoters and visual thinking can enter into nature journaling, and more.This is a fantastic interview I know you’re going to love!SPONSORED BYThis episode of the Sketchnote Army Podcast is brought to you by The Sketchnote Ideabook, the sketchbook designed for sketchnoters.Equipped with a no-bleed, now show through paper, The Sketchnote Ideabook can take almost any marker or pen you can throw at it.Save 15% on your entire order of Sketchnote Ideabooks and Autoquill Pen sets at the Airship Store when you use code IDEABOOK15 through April 30th, 2021.To claim your 15% off visit airship.store today!RUNNING ORDERIntro: Who is John?How John got into nature journalingWhat is nature journaling?Using journaling to slow down and pay attentionNature journaling is an invitation to the infiniteI notice — words, pictures, numbersI wonder — what, why, how, when?It reminds me of — what else is like this in my experience?Creativity is useful connections between seemingly unrelated thingsObserving the world this way opens up your brain to curiosityThere are infinite opportunities for curious explorationObservations can lead to biomimicry innovationNoting relationships between observations and things you understandJohn’s Sketchnote Handbook storyHow sketchnoting nature ideas expanded John’s process thinkingWe think we understand, but we’ve only scratched the surfaceThe differences between science and mathematicsYou can be part of the process through observation and curiosityHuman memory is unreliable: visual documentation is criticalVisualization is a critical thinking toolToolsOutroLINKSJohn Muir Laws WebsiteJohn’s Blog Archive - loads of gems in thereWild Wonder Nature Journaling ConferenceJohn Muir Laws on TwitterJohn Muir Laws on InstagramThe Nature Journal ClubJohn Muir Laws StoreBook: The Laws Guide to Nature Drawing and JournalingBook: The Laws Guide to Drawing BirdsBook: Sierra Birds: a Hiker’s GuideBook: The Laws Guide to the Sierra NevadaTOOLSAmazon affiliate links below support the Sketchnote Army Podcast.Growth Mindset is criticalActively, intentionally harness your curiosity - do curiosityPrismacolor Col-Erase Non-Photo Blue Pencil No. 20028Pentel GraphGear 1000 Mechanical Pencil 0.5mmBic Round Stic Xtra Life Ballpoint PenStrathmore Hardbound Toned Tan Paper Art JournalStrathmore Hardbound Mixed Media Gray Paper Art JournalJohn’s Field Sketching Supplies and Naturalist EquipmentCREDITSProducer: Alec PulianasTheme music: Jon SchiedermayerSUBSCRIBE ON ITUNESYou can subscribe to the podcast through iTunes.SUPPORT THE PODCASTTo support the creation, production and hosting of the Sketchnote Army Podcast, buy one of Mike Rohde’s bestselling books. Use code ROHDE40 at Peachpit.com for 40% off!

In this episode of the Sketchnote Army Podcast, I have a fun discussion with Ana Reinert, the creator of The Well Appointed Desk.Pen fanatics will know Ana for her deep knowledge of fountain pens and inks and other pens too. Her Well Appointed Desk covers all kinds of other goodies, like pencils, paper, notebooks, and beautiful objects that make office work more joyful and fun.In this discussion, I talk with Ana about the origin of her site, the expansion to other authors who specialize in specific areas and more.SPONSORED BYThis episode of the Sketchnote Army Podcast is brought to you by The Sketchnote Lettering Live Workshop Replay. This is the year to upgrade your lettering with my 2 hour video replay, where I teach you my signature lettering style showing you how I create letters, tips and tricks, and my lettering philosophy.Watch as I demonstrate 2-line, 3-line, condensed, extended lettering, script and faux script and handwriting techniques.This session includes a Q&A portion where I answer student questions and downloadable PDF reference and practice sheets so you can follow along.Buy this video replay for only $15 at Vimeo.RUNNING ORDERIntro: Who is Ana?The Well Appointed Desk origin storyThe importance of drawing and sketching in designValue of structure and hierarchy of sketchnotingSomething positive: Ana baking banana peanut butter muffinsDangerous letterpress equipmentToolsTipsOutroLINKSAmazon affiliate links below support the Sketchnote Army Podcast.The Well Appointed DeskThe Well Appointed Desk ShopThe Well Appointed Desk on TwitterThe Well Appointed Desk on InstagramHouse of TurquoisePen AddictPencil RevolutionThe Long Tail ConceptBook: The Long Tail by Chris AndersonVintage Writing Paper PadLudlow MachineLinotype the filmTOOLSAmazon affiliate links below support the Sketchnote Army Podcast.Platinum Carbon Desk Pen Uni-ball Signo UM-151 Gel Pen - 0.38 mm - BlackPrismacolor Col-Erase Blue PencilPrismacolor Col-Erase Red PencilBaron Fig Squire ClickCaran d'Ache 849 Fountain Pen - Purple Fluorescent (Pink) - Extra Fine NibLAMY Studio Fountain Pen - Imperial Blue - Medium NibBest Micro Gel Pen: Choosing the Right OneMidori MD Cotton PaperHobonichi Techo with Tomoe River PaperTomoe River PaperMidori Traveler’s NotebookFauxdori Traveler’s Notebook on Etsy10.5” iPad ProProcreateDaredevil by Frank Miller and Klaus JansonBlade RunnerTIPSStop comparing your work with what others are doingLook outside your space for inspirationIf you get stuck - walk away and do the dishesCREDITSProducer: Alec PulianasTheme music: Jon SchiedermayerSUBSCRIBE ON ITUNESYou can subscribe to the podcast through iTunes.SUPPORT THE PODCASTTo support the creation, production and hosting of the Sketchnote Army Podcast, buy one of Mike Rohde’s bestselling books. Use code ROHDE40 at Peachpit.com for 40% off!

We kick off season 9 with with Lee LeFever, co-founder of Common Craft, the pioneers of the explainer video and author of 2 great books. Lee and I talk about the process they follow at Common Craft, sharing their philosophy as well as tips and tricks.We also discuss Lee’s two books: The Art of Explanation and his latest book, Big Enough, with discussion about constraints fueling creativity and building a business to suit your life rather than the other way around.You’re going to love this episode!SPONSORED BYThis episode of the Sketchnote Army Podcast is brought to you by The Sketchnote Lettering Live Workshop Replay.This is the year to upgrade your lettering with my 2 hour video replay, where I teach you my signature lettering style showing you how I create letters, tips and tricks, and my lettering philosophy.Watch as I demonstrate 2-line, 3-line, condensed, extended lettering, script and faux script and handwriting techniques.This session includes a Q&A portion where I answer student questions and downloadable PDF reference and practice sheets so you can follow along.Buy this video replay for only $15 at Vimeo.RUNNING ORDERIntro: Who is Lee?Lee’s origin story with explainer videosThe value of partnering with othersHow Common Craft operates nowValuing clear, interesting, surprising informationImportance of writing in Lee’s creative processUsing story to share principles in a clear wayThe Common Craft processBook: The Art of ExplanationHow embracing constraints liberates youBook: Big EnoughQuality of life defining successThe importance of sustainabilityProductivity cultureHow the pandemic changed time perceptionsTime is the new wealthToolsHandwriting thank you notes3 tipsOutroLINKSLee’s websiteCommon Craft WebsiteAbout Common CraftCommon Craft MembershipLee on TwitterLee on InstagramLee on LinkedInBook: The Art of ExplanationBook: Big EnoughDisinformation Explainer VideoFeynman TechniqueTOOLSAutodesk SketchbookMicrosoft PowerPointApple KeynoteWacom CintiqBlue Yeti Microphone3 TIPSThink about learning as a semantic tree: focus on the trunk firstWriting an explanation is a great way to start: Feynman TechniqueExplanation is like subjective comedy: know your audienceCREDITSProducer: Alec PulianasTheme music: Jon SchiedermayerSUBSCRIBE ON ITUNESYou can subscribe to the podcast through iTunes.SUPPORT THE PODCASTTo support the creation, production and hosting of the Sketchnote Army Podcast, buy one of Mike Rohde’s bestselling books. Use code ROHDE40 at Peachpit.com for 40% off!

Hey everyone, it’s time to get back into season 9 of the Sketchnote Army Podcast!I have more great guest interviews for your listening pleasure, including:Lee LeFever of Common Craft innovator of explainer videosAna Reinert of the Well Appointed DeskJohn Muir Laws, nature journalerAnia Staskiewicz, a graphic recorder and teacher in PolandMartin Hausmann, the creator of the Bikablo drawing systemDebbie Baff, a PhD student using sketchnotes to improve her doctoral workBenjamin Felis, punk rocker, graffiti artist, visual rebel and teacherCeren Yildirim, agile coach and avid visualizerPaddy & Grant of The Visual Jam, and international gathering for visual peopleDiana Soriat, author, sketchnoter and bullet joournalerGuillaume Wiatr, strategy advisor and visual thinkerBrian Tarallo, graphic recorder, facilitator and authorYou’re going to just LOVE season 9!New episodes start next week Monday, February 1st, 2021 with Lee LeFever, so keep your eye on your podcast app every Monday morning!SEASON 9 SPONSORED BYPaperlikeNeulandThe Sketchnote Lettering WorkshopCREDITSProducer: Alec PulianasTheme music: Jon SchiedermayerSUBSCRIBE ON ITUNESYou can subscribe to the podcast through iTunes.SUPPORT THE PODCASTTo support the creation, production and hosting of the Sketchnote Army Podcast, buy one of Mike Rohde’s bestselling books. Use code ROHDE40 at Peachpit.com for 40% off!

In this episode, my good buddy (and fellow sketchnoter) Prof Michael Clayton interviews me about the 8th birthday of The Sketchnote Handbook!We’ll talk about 8 years since the book launched, translations into 7 languages, the community it enabled, the teaching opportunities it opened up, and the in-person and online events it inspired.48% OFF The Sketchnote Handbook to celebrate its 8th Birthday! Use code  8YEARS at Peachpit.com. This code is good on print or ebook editions through December 31, 2020.SPONSORED BYThis episode of the Sketchnote Army Podcast is brought to you by The Sketchnote Lettering Live Workshop on December 5, 2020.I’ll show you how I create my signature lettering and handwriting in this hands-on, 2-hour workshop complete with a Q&A after the session ends.Your $25 ticket includes a video recording of the entire workshop and Q&A so you can come back and review it after the live event is over.Sign up today— there are just 5 days until this live workshop takes place on Saturday, December 5th. Grab your spot today!https://rohdesign.com/workshops/letteringRUNNING ORDERIntro: The Sketchnote Handbook is 8!Origin story of sketchnotingEvolution of sketchnoting - pro typing the processSEED conference - validating the processSXSW interactive - testing the process for a full weekCreative Commons and its impact on sketchnotingVizThink online conferenceSXSW VizNotes 101The Sketchnote Handbook influencers - Patrick Rhone and Von GlitschkaCreating the Sketchnote HandbookThe impact of the book remaining useful for the world and MikeImportance of community in sketchnotingMany voices validate an ideaThis book is a lot like an 8 year old childHow the Sketchnote Workbook captured work in the worldRockstar in a teapotFilling a lead role among leaders in the communityThe importance of the sketchnote nameMike’s hope for the future of the Sketchnote HandbookWhat’s next?Live online events vs. recorded coursesSketchnote Army Podcast as an extension of the booksWrapupOutroLINKSMichael Clayton on TwitterMichael Clayton on InstagramMike Rohde on TwitterMike Rohde on InstagramThe Sketchnote HandbookThe Sketchnote Handbook GermanThe Sketchnote Handbook FrenchThe Sketchnote Handbook RussianThe Sketchnote Handbook UkrainianThe Sketchnote Handbook ChineseSketchnote Army’s first post on November 30, 2009My first Sketchnotes from UX Intensive Chicago 200737signalsBasecampSEED 1 Conference 2007SEED3 Conference 2008Jason FriedCoudal PartnersCarlos SeguraAaron DraplinField NotesSXSW interactive 2008 SketchnotesCreative CommonsSXSW Tote Bag DesignSXSW 2008 SketchnotesSXSW 2009 SketchnotesSXSW 2010 SketchnotesSXSW 2012 SketchnotesSXSW VizNotes 101 Flickr SetMean old second grade teacher slideVizThink VizNotes 101 WebinarDave Gray podcast interview - SE02 / EP01SXSW Visual Note-Taking 101 SlidesPatrick RhoneVon GlitschkaStoryline Conference SketchnotesNikki McDonald podcast interview - SE01 / EP06Illustrating REMOTE 1 of 2Illustrating REMOTE 2 of 2The Sketchnote TypefacePaul SoupisetCraighton BermanEva-Lotta LammBoon ChewLaura Kazan podcast Interview - SE05 / EP07Rob DimeoInternational Sketchnote CampBook: Unleashing the Ideavirus - Seth GodinThe Sketchnote Workbook30 Day Sketchnote Challenge - the book that never wasMike’s Sketchnote Lettering Live WorkshopSketchnote Army PodcastFirst episode of the Sketchnote Army Podcast with Mauro ToselliThe Sketchnote IdeabookBook: The Bullet Journal Method - Ryder CarrollCREDITSProducer: Alec PulianasTheme music: Jon SchiedermayerSUBSCRIBE ON ITUNESYou can subscribe to the podcast through iTunes.SUPPORT THE PODCASTTo support the creation, production and hosting of the Sketchnote Army Podcast, buy one of Mike Rohde’s bestselling books. Use code ROHDE40 at Peachpit.com for 40% off!

In this episode, I talk with Raffaelina Rossetti and Karl Damke about their excellent work on lernOS to teach sketchnoting. LernOS is an open source platform for learning that relies on circles of learners to accelerate learning and provide both accountability and encouragement along the way. You’re going to love this episode!SPONSORED BYThis episode of the Sketchnote Army Podcast is brought to you by Paperlike, a screen protector for the iPad that makes drawing with the Apple Pencil feel like paper.Paperlike’s Nanodot technology offers the paper-like friction you want with the clearer screen visibility you need. This new surface even improves drawing precision — and reduces arm fatigue. It’s the closest you’ll get to paper on a digital screen. Buy yours today!https://paperlike.com/sketchnotearmyRUNNING ORDERIntro: What is lernOS?Who are Raffaelina and Karl?How lernOS Sketchnoting came to beTranslating lernOS Sketchnoting Guide to EnglishThe importance of projects and objectives in lernOSHow circles help learners with accountabilityIndividual goals for you first, meta goals secondThe flexibility of lernOS for learnersTips for lernOS circlesHow long it takes for a circle to gelThe value of a sketchnote selfieThe importance of feedbackThe value of investing in a circleCircle success storiesOutroLINKSKarl Damke on TwitterKarl’s WebsiteRaffaelina Rossetti on TwitterRaffaelina’s WebsitelernOS Sketchnoting Guide in GermanlernOS Sketchnoting Guide in EnglishlernOS Sketchnoting EN AcknowledgementsWhat is lernOS?About lernOSSketchnote Camp Hamburg 2017 PodcastSimon DuckertSketchnote Army Slack where you can find a circleCIRCLE TIPSStop talking and start doing.Start your circle on social media with other sketchnotersKeep the circle small enough to be manageable, 4 or 5 maxBe honest while you’re setting goalsCREDITSProducer: Alec PulianasTheme music: Jon SchiedermayerSUBSCRIBE ON ITUNESYou can subscribe to the podcast through iTunes.SUPPORT THE PODCASTTo support the creation, production and hosting of the Sketchnote Army Podcast, buy one of Mike Rohde’s bestselling books. Use code ROHDE40 at Peachpit.com for 40% off!

In this episode, I talk with David Brittain, a co-founder of the powerful drawing tool, Concepts. We talk about David’s path into programming, the philosophy and origin story of Concepts for tablets. If you haven’t considered Concepts before, this discussion will give you insights into why Concepts works the way it does.SPONSORED BYThis episode of the Sketchnote Army Podcast is brought to you by Neuland, the innovative maker of visual thinking tools. Every Neuland product is designed with passion to be durable and sustainable. Check out their newly redesigned Neuland FineOne® line of water-based, refillable markers.https://neuland.comSave 15% with code amb290425 until December 31, 2020RUNNING ORDERIntro: Who is David?David’s path into visualizationTransition and integration pointsMoving from gaming into visualizationCollaboration with co-founder Ben MerillThe process Concepts uses for feature developmentQuality software over release dates for release sakeThe philosophy behind ConceptsThe benefits of a vector-based drawing toolThe Concepts object library featureNew features: Align and Snap-to-Grid New features: Export SelectionNew features: Presentation ModeTools3 tipsOutroLINKSConcepts WebsiteConcepts YouTube ChannelDavid on TwitterDavid on LinkedIn David on FlickrDavi’s Email - David -at- concepts.appSuperscape on WikipediaCo-founder Ben Merrill on TwitterRemote Work is a Platform - Jason FriedConcepts Learn to Draw Series: Part 1, Part 2, Part 3, Part 4TOOLSSlackGithubGoogle OfficeFigma3 TIPSWarm up before you sketchnoteUse our learn to draw series of videos to improveGet feedback from others on how you can improveCREDITSProducer: Alec PulianasTheme music: Jon SchiedermayerSUBSCRIBE ON ITUNESYou can subscribe to the podcast through iTunes.SUPPORT THE PODCASTTo support the creation, production and hosting of the Sketchnote Army Podcast, buy one of Mike Rohde’s bestselling books. Use code ROHDE40 at Peachpit.com for 40% off!

In this episode, I talk with Georg Petschnig, founder of Paper for iPad, and General Manager at WeTransfer. Georg talks about his entry into visual thinking, Paper’s origin story, and the team’s philosophy behind Paper. If you haven’t considered Paper before, this discussion will give you insights into why Paper works the way it does.SPONSORED BYThis episode of the Sketchnote Army Podcast is brought to you by Paperlike, a screen protector for the iPad that makes drawing with the Apple Pencil feel like paper. Paperlike’s Nanodot technology offers the paper-like friction you want with the clearer screen visibility you need. This new surface even improves drawing precision — and reduces arm fatigue. It’s the closest you’ll get to paper on a digital screen. Buy yours today!https://paperlike.com/sketchnotearmyRUNNING ORDERIntro: Who is Georg?Paper app in a nutshellA little about WeTransferGeorg’s path into visualizationWhat is Paper app meant to do? Breakthrough in thought and notation are intertwinedThe tools in Paper and what they were built forPhilosophy of making Paper do they jobs they want to doThe intentions and constraints built into the Paper appMore voices and more opinions makes for better ideasThe normality of sketching in some culturesThe Paper StorePeople will find ways to make things workShared values and dedicated teams of great apps like PaperNerdy Paper question 1: Where did the Paper background color come from?Nerdy Paper question 2: Does Paper use vectors or bitmaps?Mike’s feature request: LayersThe Paper Way of app design to make working more fluidTools3 tipsOutroLINKSGeorg’s WebsiteGeorg on TwitterGeorg on LinkedIn WeTransfer WebsitePaper MixPaper StoreCo-Founder Andrew AllenInterview with Andrew AllenTOOLSWhiteboardsSticky NotesMoleskine NotebooksMuji PensiPad Pro Apple PencilPaper by WeTransferFigmaPasteWhimsicalMiroBloomMakeSpsaceCausal3 TIPSDon’t be shy: express your point of view and be that leader!Just get started.These aren’t paintings, these are sketches — get stuff out.CREDITSProducer: Alec PulianasTheme music: Jon SchiedermayerSUBSCRIBE ON ITUNESYou can subscribe to the podcast through iTunes.SUPPORT THE PODCASTTo support the creation, production and hosting of the Sketchnote Army Podcast, buy one of Mike Rohde’s bestselling books. Use code ROHDE40 at Peachpit.com for 40% off!