

Sketchnote Army Podcast
Mike Rohde
Mike Rohde interviews sketchnoters about tools, techniques, and their approach to the practice and craft of sketchnoting.
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Nov 2, 2020 • 44min
Patti Dobrowolski - SE08 / EP07
In this episode, I talk with Patti Dobrowolski about her path into visualization and her passion for drawing your future. We talk about the power of visualization and how we as sketchnoters are perfect facilitators for this work in the world.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 Patti?Patti’s path into visual thinkingWhat is visualization and how does it work?Why visualizing a future state is so powerfulHow to build a current and future picture for yourselfHow daydreaming ignites creative geniusFocus on what is truly important by drawing itThe importance of telling ourselves a new story to followHow science fiction imagined our futureLiving drawings of your futureThe draw your future processScaring yourself out of your comfort zoneTools3 tipsOutroLINKSAmazon affiliate links below support the Sketchnote Army Podcast.Patti’s WebsiteCertification/ambassador ProgramPatti’s TEXxRanier TalkPatty on FacebookPatti on InstagramPatti on LinkedInPatti on YouTubePatty on VimeoPatti on TwitterBOOK: Limitless by Jim KwikMonk TV seriesKarate Kid filmAgile Work ProfilerTOOLSAmazon affiliate links below support the Sketchnote Army Podcast.Neuland BigOne OutlinerTombow MarkersMungyo Pastels4’ x 200’ Paper RollRemoiPad ProApple PencilApple Notes App3 TIPSLearn to observeFeed your creative genius ideasImmerse yourself in a messy spaceCREDITSProducer: 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!

Oct 26, 2020 • 1h 1min
Jay Hosler - SE08 / EP06
In this episode I talk with Jay Hosler, a professor at Juniata College in Pennsylvania. He’s a scientist who has found a way to represent science with comics! Hear how Jay came into this space, and the relationship he sees between comics and sketchnoting.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.Learn more at:https://sketchnoteideasbook.comRUNNING ORDERIntro: Who is JayJay’s path into comics and visual thinkingUsing story’s to describe the natural worldWhy sometimes scientists resist storytelling and visualsHow story and drawing are bound togetherCracked crystal of science, story, and artLayering of information: facts, context, story, and styleWhat excites Jay about describing science with comicsWonderstanding — a way of viewing our worldThe capacity to explain and a sense of wonder and curiosityThe challenging nature of sketchnoting vs. comics for JayImposter complex and how it impacts our drawing skillsChanneling nervousness into excitement about what you’re doing5 basic shapes helps sketchnoters become immediately successfulModel of motivation: see the value, be supported, and efficacyWhat is Jay excited about? The re-release of Clan Apis in colorToolsNot knowing anything is a form of freedom3 tipsOutroLINKSAmazon affiliate links below support the Sketchnote Army Podcast.Jay’s WebsiteJay’s Science ComicsJay on TwitterJay on InstagramJay on LinkedIn Jay’s BooksBook: Story by Robert McKeeRobert McKee’s Story WebinarFrank Miller’s DaredevilBugs Bunny’s Pronoun TroubleGraphic Novel: Clan ApisColorist Hillary SycamoreComic: Bone by Jeff SmithTOOLSAmazon affiliate links below support the Sketchnote Army Podcast.Moleskine Art SketchbookKoh-i-Noor Mechanical PencilPilot Color Mechanical Pencil Eno 0.7mm Soft BlueRapidograph PensJapanese Kuretake Pocket Brush PenVellum Bristol Board 11 x 14Westcott Clear Plastic Straight EdgeWite-Out Correction Pen Sakura Pigma Micron Pens3 TIPSDon’t be afraidFind the tool that feels right in your hand and helps ideas flow Share your workCREDITSProducer: 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!

Oct 19, 2020 • 39min
Nadine Rossa - SE08 / EP05
In this episode, I talk with Berlin-based sketchnoter, author, illustrator Nadine Rossa. Hear how she got into visualization, how she wrote her books, and the excitement she has around online teaching and some of the opportunities and challenges it presents.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 NadineNadine’s origin storyHer experience writing booksNadine’s path to iteachingWhat makes online training differentStrengths and weaknesses go online vs. in-personWhat Nadine is most excited about in the futureTools3 tipsOutroLINKSNadine’s WebsiteNadine on InstagramNadine on LinkedInNadine on TwitterNadine’s BooksScriberiaGoogle TranslateGoogle Translate AppTOOLSAmazon affiliate links below support the Sketchnote Army Podcast.iPad Pro and Apple PencilProcreateLeuchtturm NotebooksSakura Micron Pigma Fineliner PensNeuland Fine One PensNeuland OutlinersTombow Brush Pens3 TIPSLower your expectations, nobody is perfectPractice a lot — do it daily to get betterLook for inspiration, copy to learn, then make it your ownCREDITSProducer: 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!

Oct 12, 2020 • 52min
James Baylay - SE08 / EP04
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 JamesJame’s origin storyAndrew Park, Peter Durant and MGTaylor and their influence on James and his workJame’s work at Scriberia, then independenceThe importance of practice to build expertise and skillsMoving into digital scribingJames’ teaching background and teaching future?Tools3 tipsOutroLINKSJames’ WebsiteJames on InstagramJames on LinkedIn James on TwitterScotViz Meetup with James Baylay and Ben FelisTOOLSAmazon affiliate links below support the Sketchnote Army Podcast.Pinboard Paper RollTombow Brush Pens Staedtler HB PenciliPad Pro and Apple PencilProcreate3 TIPSLook at other people’s visual work for inspirationConstantly practice drawing and lettering to build confidenceFind challenging scenarios for yourself to keep growingCREDITSProducer: 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!

Oct 5, 2020 • 42min
Krisztina Szerovay - SE08 / EP03
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.Learn more at:https://sketchnoteideasbook.comRUNNING ORDERIntro: Who is Krisztina?Her path from legal PhD into UX design, sketching and visual thinkingBook: Don’t Make Me Think! - Steve KrugParallels between law and sketchnotes, where little details mean more than they might appear and the compression of information in bothParallels between cuisine and sketchnotes and the importance of editing and balanceBook: Understanding Comics - Scott McCloudExploring online courses and graphic facilitationUX knowledgebase concept sketchesCoffee table book of Krisztina’s UX sketchesLive online events and prototyping camera setupsGreat content over making a perfect online videoThe power of Udemy for teachingBuild your skills before you need themKrisztina’s ToolsKrisztina’s live sketchnoting approachNo cheating in sketchnoting!Krisztina’s 3 tipsOutroLINKSKrisztina’s WebsiteKrisztina on InstagramKrisztina on LinkedIn Krisztina on TwitterKrisztina on MediumBook: Don’t Make Me Think! - Steve KrugBook: Understanding Comics - Scott McCloudUdemy Course: Sketching for UX DesignersSketching for UX Facebook GroupBe a better UX designer by understanding development aspectsTOOLSA4 Copy PaperMicrosoft Surface ProConceptsThe Sketchnote IdeabookAirship Autoquill FinelinersStabilo PensPigma Micron PensCopic MarkersPaperlike Screen CoversCREDITSProducer: 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!

Sep 28, 2020 • 1h 3min
Dave Mastronardi - SE08 / EP02
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!PaperlikeRUNNING ORDERIntro: Who is Dave?Dave’s entry into gamestorming and visual thinkingHaving a plan and being willing to toss it when things changePractice and experience makes our work look lie magicWhat is gamestorming?Open, explore, close — the heart of gamestormingGamestorming principlesSee one, do one, teach oneDave’s Gamestorming A-TeamDave’s Tools3 tipsOutroLINKSGamestorming BookGamestorming websiteGamestormning Group on LinkedInDave on TwitterDave on InstagramDave on LinkedInDave’s EmailTOOLSHeavyweight 5x8 (A5) index cardsHeavyweight 11x17 (A3) card stockScotchBlue Painter’s TapeConcepts for iPadMiroThe Sketchnote IdeabookYuri MalishenkoBill KeaggySketchnote Army Slack3 TIPSBe boredPractice through analysisTry new stylesCREDITSProducer: 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!

Sep 21, 2020 • 48min
Xina Gooding Broderick - SE08 / EP01
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 Xina?How did Xina stumble into sketchnoting?Lessons from the funeral business for living a full lifeXina’s approach to energy managementThe correlation between presentation and performance is communicationSharing with othersXina’s Tools3 tipsOutroLINKSXina’s websiteXina on TwitterXina on InstagramXina on FacebookXina on LinkedInSketchnote Army Podcast on Self-Care: Season 07 / EP07Adinkra Symbols from GhanaTOOLSPapermate Flair PensGel PensiPad Pro and Apple PencilNoteshelfProcreateConceptsPaper by WeTransferThe Sketchnote Ideabook3 TIPSIf you can doodle and if you can write, you can drawDon’t get too caught up about drawing, but make drawing practice a part of something else you doThink of something you like doing, and sketchnote that for enjoymentCREDITSProducer: 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!

Sep 14, 2020 • 3min
Season 8 Preview - SE08 / EP00
We'll start off this season with interesting people:Xina Gooding BroderickDave MastronardiKrisztina SzerovayJames Baylay,Nadine RossaJay HoslerPatti Dobrowolski,Georg PetschniggDavid BrittainKarl Damke & Raffelina RossettiNew episodes start next week, Monday, September 21st. We will kick off season 8 with the amazing Xina Gooding Broderick!This season we’re sponsored by:PaperlikeNeuland FineOne markersThe Sketchnote Ideabook CREDITSProducer: Alec PulianasTheme music: Jon Schiedermayer SUPPORT THE PODCASTTo support the creation, production and hosting of the Sketchnote Army Podcast, by buying one of Mike Rohde’s bestselling books. Use code ROHDE40 at Peachpit.com for 40% off!http://rohdesign.com/books/

May 11, 2020 • 50min
Liza Donnelly - SE07 / EP10
Need a break from COVID-19 news? Check out our collection of 50+ Sketchnote Army Podcast interviews from 6 seasons at:https://sketchnotearmy.com/podcastFeeling isolated? Join our Sketchnote Army Slack community to chat with other visual thinkers about sketchnotes, visual thinking, or whatever is on your mind. Join the Sketchnote Army Slack for free at:https://sketchnotearmy.com/slackRUNNING ORDERIntro: Who is Liza?Live drawing eventsLive drawing on Instagram and TwitterLive drawing the NYC MarathonMike’s loose Korean food sketch on the EL trainLiza’s New Yorker cartoon processThe impact of Liza breaking her armMike’s former political cartooning in collegeToolsTipsFinding LizaOutroLINKSLiza’s WebsiteLiza’s Live DrawingLiza’s New Yorker Magazine CartoonsLiza’s BooksLiza on TwitterLiza on InstagramLiza on FacebookLiza on MediumThe New Yorker’s Women Cartoonists, Then and NowLiza Live Drawing the NYC MarathonMike’s Loose Korean Lunch SketchTOOLSSpeedball Crow Quill PenArches Snooth Cold Press PaperArches Textured Hot Press PaperDr. Ph. Martin’s Pen WhitePrismacolor Ebony PencilWatercolor PencilsWindsor-Newton Watercolor PaintsiPad ProPaper by We TransferFiftyThree Digital PencilAnimation DeskLooomLIZA’S TIPSLook at other people’s work for inspirationAlways carry an extra pencilBe open and adaptable to new ways of doing thingsDraw all the timeCREDITSProducer: Alec PulianasShow Notes: Chris WilsonTheme music: Jon SchiedermayerLiza’s photo: Elena RossiniSUPPORT THE PODCASTBrought to you by The Sketchnote Ideabook — the sketchbook designed for sketchnoters. Equipped with a no-bleed, no show-through paper, it can take almost any pen or marker you can throw at it.SUBSCRIBE ON ITUNESYou can subscribe to the podcast through iTunes

May 4, 2020 • 50min
Ole Qvist-Sorensen - SE07 / EP09
Need a break from COVID-19 news? Check out our collection of 50+ Sketchnote Army Podcast interviews from 6 seasons at:https://sketchnotearmy.com/podcastFeeling isolated? Join our Sketchnote Army Slack community to chat with other visual thinkers about sketchnotes, visual thinking, or whatever is on your mind. Join the Sketchnote Army Slack for free at:https://sketchnotearmy.com/slackRUNNING ORDERIntro: Who is Ole?Ole’s path into visual thinking and facilitationApplying visual thinking in businessVisuals being amplified right nowMike’s path to visual thinkingMike’s re-teaching design through sketchnotingOle’s approach with bigger pagesBigger Picture’s 5 biggest business challenges approachFrom personal to shared notes as a facilitatorTeaching simple drawing to unlock peopleWhiteboard wireframingHelping people discover their own visual languageThe value of cross-disciplinary understandingHonoring others through humilityOle’s describes his book, Visual CollaborationIdea 1: Discover your visual languageIdea 2: Use visual language to visualize meetingsIdea 3: What questions will make meetings effectiveidea 4: Create structured templates for successful meetingsIdea 5: Create storyboards to scale collaborative meetingsCo-creating out of the unknown with visualsToolsReaching out to Ole200 free icons!OutroLINKSOle on LinkedInOle on Twitter Visual CollaborationDownload a Visual Collaboration free chapterBigger PictureVisual Collaboration AcademyBigger Picture Video Get 100% off the Visual Collaboration Crash Course when you use coupon code MagicMike plus you will get access to a booklet with over 200 icons to use in any meeting, project or process. Join the free webinar series on Remote visual collaboration starting May 5th, 5pm CET.David SibbetDave GraySunni BrownTOOLSPilot G2 gel penMoleskine Blank NotebookreMarkable TabletiPad ProPost-It NoteScannerProAutodesk SketchbookMicrosoft WhiteboardMiroMURALGoogle Jam BoardMicrosoft Surface HubCREDITSProducer: Alec PulianasShow Notes: Chris WilsonTheme music: Jon SchiedermayerSUPPORT THE PODCASTBrought to you by The Sketchnote Ideabook — the sketchbook designed for sketchnoters. Equipped with a no-bleed, no show-through paper, it can take almost any pen or marker you can throw at it.SUBSCRIBE ON ITUNESYou can subscribe to the podcast through iTunes


