The Deep Dive

Philip McKenzie
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Nov 30, 2023 • 58min

Episode 172: Constraints, Complexity & Context (Oh My!) w/ Alicia Juarrero

Philip spends time with educator/writer/philosopher Alicia Juarrero discussing her latest book Context Changes Everything: How Constraints Create Coherence. In their conversation, they cover how complexity has become a widely used but largely misunderstood term, the significance of context and different ways of knowing. The Drop – The segment of the show where Philip and his guest share tasty morsels of intellectual goodness and creative musings. Philip’s Drop: Pluto (Netflix) Alicia’s Drop: A book by Antonio Benitez-Rojo called The Repeating Island Special Guest: Alicia Juarrero.
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Nov 22, 2023 • 1h 1min

Episode 171: Of Black Study w/ Joshua Myers

Philip spends time with Howard University professor, scholar and author Joshua Myers. Their conversation focused on Joshua’s latest book, On Black Study a deeply engaging look at the history and meaning of Black scholarship, Black studies and its place within and beyond academia. The Drop – The segment of the show where Philip and his guest share tasty morsels of intellectual goodness and creative musings. Philip’s Drop: Gangs of London  Joshua’s Drop: Henry Taylor – B Side (exhibit)  Immanuel Wilkins – The 7th Hand  https://open.spotify.com/album/3OROcJURkOtf5sOitgchGD?si=57FzlkO2QKmT_zS7qR_ZdA
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Nov 16, 2023 • 58min

Episode 170: Patagonia at 50: Reflections and Forward w/ Vincent Stanley

Philip spends time with Vincent Stanley, Chief Philosophy Officer, Patagonia. In their conversation they discuss his new book, co-authored with Patagonia’s CEO The Future of the Responsible Company. At the 50 year mark they take a look back at Patagonia’s journey but most importantly look forward to the challenges ahead. The Drop – The segment of the show where Philip and his guest share tasty morsels of intellectual goodness and creative musings. Philip’s Drop: Say She She Say She She – Silver Say She She on Spotify Vincent’s Drop: John Fullerton – Capital Institute
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Nov 9, 2023 • 52min

Episode 169: The Birth of Computer Vision w/ James E. Dobson

Philip spends time with James E. Dobson and discusses his latest work The Birth of Computer Vision. In their conversation, they trace the origins of computer vision as a concept and technology and how it effects the technological, economic and social structures of society The Drop – The segment of the show where Philip and his guest share tasty morsels of intellectual goodness and creative musings. Philip’s Drop: Hotel Portofino (PBS Masterpiece)  James’ Drop: Unmasking AI – Joy Buolamwini Pinc Louds Special Guest: James E. Dobson.
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Oct 26, 2023 • 57min

Episode 168: Thinking Through Design Research w/ Joyce Yee & Paul A. Rodgers

Philip spends time with scholars and co-editors Joyce Yee & Paul A. Rodgers discussing the 2nd edition of The Routledge Companion to Design Research. In their conversation, they highlight why they felt a 2nd edition was needed, how they identified new voices and the current state of the field of design research. The Drop – The segment of the show where Philip and his guest share tasty morsels of intellectual goodness and creative musings. Philip’s Drop: The Speech: The Story Behind Dr. Martin Luther King Jr’s Dream – Gary Younge Joyce’s Drop: Braiding Sweetgrass – Robin Wall Kimmerer Paul’s Drop: Design for the Unthinkable World (exhibit): https://www.k-ora.it/en/arte/mostre/design-for-the-unthinkable-world/Special Guests: Joyce Yee and Paul A. Rodgers.
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Oct 19, 2023 • 1h 8min

Episode 167: Feminist Futures of Work w/ Usha Raman & Payal Arora

Philip spends time with scholars/thinkers/activist Usha Raman & Payal Arora. They are two of the co-editors of Feminist Futures of Work: Reimagining Labour in the Digital Economy. In this conversation, they cover the meaning of work (and leisure) and how it intersects with feminist futures across different backgrounds and circumstances. The Drop – The segment of the show where Philip and his guest share tasty morsels of intellectual goodness and creative musings. Philip’s Drop: American Museum of Natural History Ushal’s Drop: Women Talking (Amazon Prime) Payal’s Drop: The Swaddle (Instagram) Special Guests: Payal Arora and Usha Raman.
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Oct 12, 2023 • 56min

Episode 166: The World of Experience Design w/ Abraham Burickson

Philip spends time with Abraham Burickson, designer, teacher, and consultant. He is the author of the new book, Experience Design: A Participatory Manifesto. In their conversation, they discuss the nature of experiences and how design plays an essential role in elevating what we know of experience(s) The Drop – The segment of the show where Philip and his guest share tasty morsels of intellectual goodness and creative musings. Philip’s Drop: How Buildings Learn: What Happens After They Are Built – Stewart Brand Abrahaml’s Drop: The Art of Gathering: How We Meet and Why It Matters – Priya Parker Special Guests: Payal Arora and Usha Raman.
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Oct 5, 2023 • 1h 1min

Episode 165: The Hidden Roots of White Supremacy w/ Robert P. Jones

Philip spends time with Robert P. Jones, President and founder of Public Religion Research Institute. In their conversation, they discuss his latest book The Hidden Roots of White Supremacy and how tracing the historical legacy of white supremacy is essential to moving forward as a society. The Drop – The segment of the show where Philip and his guest share tasty morsels of intellectual goodness and creative musings. Philip’s Drop: Arrival (film) Robert’s Drop: Jesus and the Disinherited – Howard Thurman Special Guest: Robert P. Jones.
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Sep 28, 2023 • 56min

Episode 164: Design for Identity w/ Jessica Bantom

Philip spends time with author, speaker and consultant Jessica Bantom. In their conversation, they explore Jessica’s new book, Design for Identity: How to Design Authentically for a Diverse World. What does it mean to deeply consider identity when designing spaces? What opportunities are revealed when taking a collaborative approach to design and identity? _The Drop – The segment of the show where Philip and his guest share tasty morsels of intellectual goodness and creative musings. _ Philip’s Drop: Hammer & Hope Jessica’s Drop: Loot (Apple TV) Special Guest: Jessica Bantom.
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Sep 21, 2023 • 48min

Episode 163: The Rise of The New Designer w/ Manuel Lima

Philip spends time with designer and author Manuel Lima. In their conversation they discuss his latest book, The New Designer: Rejecting Myths, Embracing Culture. In this rich discussion they cover how design needs to adjust in order to maintain relevance in how we build and create around us. The Drop – The segment of the show where Philip and his guest share tasty morsels of intellectual goodness and creative musings. Philip’s Drop: Spending time in the kitchen (cooking and entertaining) Manuel’s Drop: Spending time in nature Special Guest: Manuel Lima.

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