Sketchnote Army Podcast

Hey, It’s Mike Rohde, and I’m here to announce season 12 of the Sketchnote Army Podcast is launching on Tuesday, October 4th, 2022.This season we’re featuring 9 amazing visual thinkers:Hermen Lutje BerenbroekTanvi AgarwalJude PullenNatalia TalkowskaDavid NealKate RutterTim MayRaven HendersonSathyaYou are going to love every interview!Special thanks to our sponsors: Concepts, the infinite canvas sketching app and The Sketchnote Handbook’s 10th Birthday at Peachpit.com.Watch this space on Tuesday, October 4th for episode 1!

Join Andy McNally, a sketchnoter who breaks drawings into basic shapes; Zsofi Lang, a visual journalist who keeps a daily visual journal; Adrien Liard, who emphasizes deliberate practice; Kris Necklemann, who encourages analyzing varied styles; and Scott H Young, a learning expert. They share tips on capturing ideas before adding details, studying inspiring work, designing targeted drawing exercises, and developing personal visual languages. Their insights inspire creativity and growth in sketchnoting!

In this episode, Scott H. Young, author of Ultralearning, talks with us about how he uses visualization techniques for his learning, memory and critical thinking.Special thanks to Xina Gooding Broderick (Guest on Season 8) for connecting Mike with Scott!Sponsored by ConceptsThis episode of the Sketchnote Army Podcast is brought to you by Concepts.An infinite canvas sketching app built for tablets with a stylus, like the iPad Pro, Microsoft Surface, and Samsung Galaxy Tab.Concepts’ infinite canvas lets you spread out and sketch in any direction. Everything you draw in Concepts is a flexible vector, so you can move your notes around the canvas, or change their color, tool or size with a simple gesture.SEARCH ”Concepts” in your favorite app store for infinite, flexible sketching.Learn more: Concepts AppRunning OrderIntroWelcomeWho is Scott?Scott’s Origin StoryThe value of human-drawn, analog imagesThe overlap of learning, memory, and visualizationThe challenges of expressing ideas with imagesScott’s 30-day portrait drawing challengeWhat Scott does to cope with pandemic:Interesting, fun projects that are under your controlSponsor: Concepts appToolsTipsWhere to find ScottOutroLinksAmazon affiliate links support the Sketchnote Army Podcast.Scott’s WebsiteScott’s ArticlesScott’s Book: UltralearningUltralearning PodcastScott on TwitterScott on InstagramScott on LinkedInMethod of LociThe Feynman TechniqueVoltage Visualized with Water3Blue1BrownBook: Productive Thinking by Max WertheimerRobert Bjork: Two Components of MemoryScott’s 30-Day Portrait Drawing ChallengeDavid Jameson: Portrait Drawing – The Complete Online CourseBook: Drawing on the Right Side of the BrainLife of Focus CourseToolsAmazon affiliate links support the Sketchnote Army Podcast.Pilot Drawing PensCaran D'ache Luminance Colored Pencil SetiPad ProApple PencilProcreateTipsDevelop your own visual languageDon’t worry about your stuff looking good!Look for a visual picture to represent an idea to help your learningCreditsProducer: Alec PulianasTheme music: Jon SchiedermayerSubscribe to the Sketchnote Army PodcastYou can subscribe to the podcast through iTunes, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, YouTube or your favorite podcast listening source.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, sketchnoter and teacher Chris Wilsontalks about language learning with sketchnotes and his use of obsidian to connect his sketchnotes together in an interconnected way. Sponsored by ConceptsThis episode of the Sketchnote Army Podcast is brought to you by Concepts. An infinite canvas sketching app built for tablets with a stylus, like the iPad Pro, Microsoft Surface, and Samsung Galaxy Tab.Concepts’ infinite canvas lets you spread out and sketch in any direction. Everything you draw in Concepts is a flexible vector, so you can move your notes around the canvas, or change their color, tool or size with a simple gesture. SEARCH ”Concepts” in your favorite app store for infinite, flexible sketching.Learn more: Concepts AppRunning OrderIntroWelcomeWho is Chris?Sketchnotes and language learningHaving a conversation with your notesOrganizing sketchnotes with ObsidianWhat Chris does to cope with pandemic:Hand-lettering practiceHiking in the forest and greeneryPlaying the ukuleleSponsor: Concepts appToolsTipsWhere to find ChrisOutroLinksAmazon affiliate links support the Sketchnote Army Podcast.Chris on InstagramChris on YouTubeChris on TwitterLearn, Create, ShareLearn, Create, Share LinksObsidianToolsAmazon affiliate links support the Sketchnote Army Podcast.Leuchtturm1917 NotebooksThe Sketchnote IdeabookSakura Pigma Micron FinelinerFaber-Castell FinelinerPentel Brush PenBic Gelocity Gel PenTombow Fudenosuke Brush PenStabilo PensiPad ProApple PencilProcreatePaper by WeTransferConceptsTipsCreate something that’s just for you and not public consumptionShake up your tools and play around with themAsk what a tool wants to used for and not used for, then play with bothCreditsProducer: Alec PulianasTheme music: Jon SchiedermayerSubscribe to the Sketchnote Army PodcastYou can subscribe to the podcast through iTunes, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, YouTube or your favorite podcast listening source.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, William Warren, founder and CEO of The Sketch Effect, shares how he went from an aspiring cartoonist to a marketing executive to founding a graphic recording and sketchnoting business. Hear how he founded his company then organically grew from a team of 1 to a team of 19. Learn how William and his team adapted to the 2020 pandemic and an 80% revenue drop by innovating with a digital, virtual solution.Sponsored by ConceptsThis episode of the Sketchnote Army Podcast is brought to you by Concepts. An infinite canvas sketching app built for tablets with a stylus, like the iPad Pro, Microsoft Surface, and Samsung Galaxy Tab.Concepts’ infinite canvas lets you spread out and sketch in any direction. Everything you draw in Concepts is a flexible vector, so you can move your notes around the canvas, or change their color, tool or size with a simple gesture. SEARCH ”Concepts” in your favorite app store for infinite, flexible sketching.Learn more: Concepts AppRunning OrderIntroWelcomeWho is William?William’s origin storyIn-person live vs. digital - pros and consWhat William does to cope with pandemic:Craft beersGetting outdoorsListening to good musicTraveling the world and right at homeSponsor: Concepts appToolsTipsWhere to find WilliamOutroLinksAmazon affiliate links support the Sketchnote Army Podcast.The Sketch Effect WebsiteThe Sketch Effect on InstagramWilliam on InstagramThe Conquering CreativeWilliam’s Conquering Creative BlogWIlliam on LinkedInToolsAmazon affiliate links support the Sketchnote Army Podcast.Pentel EnergelTombow MarkersSakura IdentipenMoleskine SketchbookiPad ProApple PencilProcreateWacom CintiqTipsCreativity flourishes with boundariesVisualize the problem as a moviePursue adjacent creative activities - painting or musicCreditsProducer: Alec PulianasTheme music: Jon SchiedermayerSubscribe to the Sketchnote Army PodcastYou can subscribe to the podcast through iTunes, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, YouTube or your favorite podcast listening source.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!

Tanmay Vora has integrated visuals deeply into his leadership training and business consulting through visual co-creation, helping businesses visualize ideas worth sharing. In this episode he shares what that looks like in his everyday practice.Sponsored by ConceptsThis episode of the Sketchnote Army Podcast is brought to you by Concepts.An infinite canvas sketching app built for tablets with a stylus, like the iPad Pro, Microsoft Surface, and Samsung Galaxy Tab.Concepts’ infinite canvas lets you spread out and sketch in any direction. Everything you draw in Concepts is a flexible vector, so you can move your notes around the canvas, or change their color, tool or size with a simple gesture.SEARCH ”Concepts” in your favorite app store for infinite, flexible sketching.Learn more: Concepts AppRunning OrderIntroWelcomeWho is Tanmay?Tanmay’s origin storyWhat Tanmay is working on nowWhat Tanmay does to cope with pandemic:Going with the flow, focus on the pursuit, show up every dayFocusing on his healthStays away from newsSponsor: Concepts appToolsTipsWhere to find TanmayOutroLinksAmazon affiliate links support the Sketchnote Army Podcast.Tanmay’s WebsiteAbout TanmayTanmay on LinkedInTanmay on InstagramTanmay on TwitterDiana Soriat: Sketchnote Army Podcast SE09/EP10Abhijit BhaduriBook: Growth IQ by Tiffani BovaTanmay’s Nudge Note SamplesToolsAmazon affiliate links support the Sketchnote Army Podcast.A4 Printer PaperPencilsStaedtler Pigment Liner Fineliner PensPhotoshopiPad ProApple PencilPaperlikePaper by WeTransferProcreateTipsIntegrate visuals into everyday tasks and routinesShare your work generously with others to keep yourself activeConstraints will help you keep on trackCreditsProducer: Alec PulianasTheme music: Jon SchiedermayerSubscribe to the Sketchnote Army PodcastYou can subscribe to the podcast through iTunes, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, YouTube or your favorite podcast listening source.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, Lai Chee Chiu talks about her use of drawing to define and improve processes and how drawing is a secret superpower in her solopreneur business.Sponsored by ConceptsThis episode of the Sketchnote Army Podcast is brought to you by Concepts.An infinite canvas sketching app built for tablets with a stylus, like the iPad Pro, Microsoft Surface, and Samsung Galaxy Tab.Concepts’ infinite canvas lets you spread out and sketch in any direction. Everything you draw in Concepts is a flexible vector, so you can move your notes around the canvas, or change their color, tool or size with a simple gesture.SEARCH ”Concepts” in your favorite app store for infinite, flexible sketching.Learn more: Concepts AppRunning OrderIntroWelcomeWho is Lai Chee?Lai Chee’s origin storyWhat elements are in her favorite kinds of projects:People + Process + Something new to learnHow Lai Chee gets people to internalize processesWhat Lai Chee does to cope with pandemic:Online learningDrawing all the timeWhiteboarding with her nieceSponsor: Concepts appToolsTipsWhere to find Lai CheeOutroLinksAmazon affiliate links support the Sketchnote Army Podcast.Lai Chee on InstagramLai Chee on LinkedInLean methodology33% People RuleSketchnote Army SlackBook: Atomic Habits by James ClearToolsAmazon affiliate links support the Sketchnote Army Podcast.Sakura Pigma Micron 05 Black 0.45mmNeuland MarkersGray Brush PenCopy paperCanson 297236 XL Marker Drawing Pad DIN A4 70 g/m² 100 Sheets WhiteiPad ProApple PencilProcreateAffinity DesignerConceptsTipsExplore the 33% people ruleTreat your drawing as a reward instead of a taskPost as much work as you canCreditsProducer: Alec PulianasTheme music: Jon SchiedermayerSubscribe to the Sketchnote Army PodcastYou can subscribe to the podcast through iTunes, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, YouTube or your favorite podcast listening source.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 Kris Neckelmann shares how getting fired from a bank job inspired her to go full-time into visualization. You’re going to love this passionate interview!Sponsored by ConceptsThis episode of the Sketchnote Army Podcast is brought to you by Concepts. An infinite canvas sketching app built for tablets with a stylus, like the iPad Pro, Microsoft Surface, and Samsung Galaxy Tab.Concepts’ infinite canvas lets you spread out and sketch in any direction. Everything you draw in Concepts is a flexible vector, so you can move your notes around the canvas, or change their color, tool or size with a simple gesture. SEARCH ”Concepts” in your favorite app store for infinite, flexible sketching.Learn more: Concepts AppRunning OrderIntroWelcomeWho is Kris?Kris’ origin storyThe work Kris is doing nowWhat Kris does to cope with pandemicYoga and meditationGet out in the sun, put her feet in the grassWork on a fun projectWalk my dog every daySponsor: Concepts appToolsTipsWhere to find KrisOutroLinksAmazon affiliate links support the Sketchnote Army Podcast.Kris’ WebsiteKris on InstagramKeep Ideas on InstagramKris on LinkedInKeep Ideas on MediumKris on MediumBook: Doodle Revolution by Sunni BrownJeannel KingBook: The Alchemist by Paul CoehloRSA AnimatesBook: Austin Kleon Steal Like and ArtistToolsAmazon affiliate links support the Sketchnote Army Podcast.Pentel Fude Brush Pen Kuretake Fountain Brush PenRhoda SketchbooksNeuland BulletProof NotebookOTraki 4 Pack Artist Gloves for Drawing Tablet iPad ProApple PencilProcreateConceptsTipsDraw sample lines with your pens before you’re under pressureFind people’s work you like and analyze it to learn and growHave patience!Show your work and reveal your journeyCreditsProducer: Alec PulianasTheme music: Jon SchiedermayerSubscribe to the Sketchnote Army PodcastYou can subscribe to the podcast through iTunes, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, YouTube or your favorite podcast listening source.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, agile visualizer Adrien Liard shares how his lifelong obsession with drawing led to a brief career in graffiti which became a foundation for Adrien’s agile development career and his live, graphic recording practice.Sponsored by ConceptsThis episode of the Sketchnote Army Podcast is brought to you by Concepts. An infinite canvas sketching app built for tablets with a stylus, like the iPad Pro, Microsoft Surface, and Samsung Galaxy Tab.Concepts’ infinite canvas lets you spread out and sketch in any direction. Everything you draw in Concepts is a flexible vector, so you can move your notes around the canvas, or change their color, tool or size with a simple gesture. SEARCH ”Concepts” in your favorite app store for infinite, flexible sketching.Learn more: Concepts AppRunning OrderIntroWelcomeWho is Adrien?Adrien’s origin storyThe work Adrien is doing nowWhat Adrien does to cope with pandemicBeing excited about opportunities pandemic bringsLess travel means more family timeSponsor: Concepts appToolsTipsWhere to find AdrienOutroLinksAdrien’s WebsiteAdrien on TwitterAdrien on InstagramAdrien on LinkedInBen FelisYobi ScribesClubhouseToolsAmazon affiliate links support the Sketchnote Army Podcast.Royal Talens SketchbooksNeuland No.One® Art, brush nib 0.5-7 mmPosca Paint Marker SetMolotow ONE4ALL Acrylic Paint Marker SetTombow Fudenosuke Brush Pen, 2-Pack. Soft and Hard TipTombow Pen Retro Dual Brush MarkersNeuland BigOne®, wedge nib 6-12mmiPad ProApple PencilProcreateIPEVO V4K Ultra High Definition 8MP USB Document CameraTipsPractice consistently a little bit each day, regularity for the winInspect your work looking for growth areas you can work onPractice the things that you’re weak on, it should hurtDraw from life because drawing is in the mindCreditsProducer: Alec PulianasTheme music: Jon SchiedermayerSubscribe to the Sketchnote Army PodcastYou can subscribe to the podcast through iTunes, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, YouTube or your favorite podcast listening source.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 we’ll hear from Franziska Schwarz, a science communicator, PhD in nutritional medicine, and graphic recorder who visualizes science ideas. Franziska shares how falling asleep in university classes led her to explore visuals as a way to communicate scientific ideas in a new, refreshing way.Sponsored by ConceptsThis episode of the Sketchnote Army Podcast is brought to you by Concepts. An infinite canvas sketching app built for tablets with a stylus, like the iPad Pro, Microsoft Surface, and Samsung Galaxy Tab.Concepts’ infinite canvas lets you spread out and sketch in any direction. Everything you draw in Concepts is a flexible vector, so you can move your notes around the canvas, or change their color, tool or size with a simple gesture. SEARCH ”Concepts” in your favorite app store for infinite, flexible sketching.Learn more: Concepts AppRunning OrderIntroWelcomeWho is Franziska?Franziska’s origin storyThe work Franziska is doing now:Teaching other scientists to visualize ideasAdapting visualization concepts to scienceThe importance of preparation in scientific visualizationWhy scientific generalists are ideal for visualizationHelping older people learning zoom to practice origamiWhat Franziska does to cope with pandemicPen collectingSign painting on wallsLearning new visual skillsSponsor: Concepts appToolsTipsWhere to find FranziskaOutroLinks Franziska’s Website Franziska on Twitter Franziska on InstagramFranziska on LinkedInFranziska on XingBikabloBenjamin FelisNadine RoßaRob DimeoPaper Folding (Origami)ToolsAmazon affiliate links support the Sketchnote Army Podcast.Faber-Castell Broad Pen 1554 - Blue Tombow Fudenosuke Fude Brush Pen - HardMolotov Liquid Chrome MarkersMoleskine Art Sketch Pad, Soft Cover, PocketiPad ProApple PencilInfinity Designer for iPadProcreateTipsCopy other artists’ workDraw a new idea by mixing two disconnected elementsHand letter poetry or quotes that you likeCreditsProducer: Alec PulianasTheme music: Jon SchiedermayerSubscribe to the Sketchnote Army PodcastYou can subscribe to the podcast through iTunes, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, YouTube or your favorite podcast listening source.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!