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James shares some updates on his life without instagram. We started a discord to continue the conversations with you all. We chat about the Rams documentary and give our thoughts. For the topic this week, we discuss our personal design philosophies and practices. We had a good question about working as ID in the automotive space. Our shoutout of the week is @330.204.2590 . Give us a call on our google voicemail 1-646-494-4011 or send in a question to minordetailspodcast@gmail.com. You can find us on instagram @minordetailspod, @nickpbaker, and @idrawonreciepts.

We are staying warm through the polar vortex. James comes up with velcro pockets. Nick got a new studio space. In design news of the week, Sebastian Errazuriz calls out Fabio Novembre for copying his bookshelf. We chat about the clutter in our lives and living a minimal lifestyle both physically and digitally. We had some great questions about working on your portfolio, transitioning from package design to ID, and balancing your social life during school. Our shoutout of the week is @mattchiama . Give us a call on our google voicemail 1-646-494-4011 or send in a question to our gmail at minordetailspodcast@gmail.com. You can find us on instagram @minordetailspod, @nickpbaker, and @idrawonreciepts.

Derek Cascio, assistant professor and co-founder of 4th Law Labs, shares his intriguing transition from animation to industrial design, emphasizing the value of mentorship and networking. He discusses the impact of social media on young designers and critiques the overly idealistic 'save the world' mindset in industrial design. Derek also dives into the importance of balancing traditional teaching with innovative, hands-on experiences, highlighting a project that merges design and education through a gamified board game.

We are back from a month long hiatus and talk about what we did over Christmas and New Years. Nick started ReadySetProto and stopped Patreon. We discuss the Good Thing and West Elm partnership. Then we delve into the broader idea of if universal design has less character. We answer questions about design books and design in different states, and discuss not having enough time and saying no to clients. Our shoutout of the week is @speckofdustin_lab . Give us a call on our google voicemail 1-646-494-4011 or send in a question to our gmail at minordetailspodcast@gmail.com. You can find us on instagram @minordetailspod, @nickpbaker, and @idrawonreciepts.

Nik Bentel, a designer and artist known for his storytelling through design, shares insights from his creative journey. He discusses growing up in a household of creatives, emphasizing how this shaped his design philosophy. From crafting a stool made of recycled paper to exploring the fusion of art and functionality, Nik highlights unique projects that challenge norms. He also delves into the significance of visual presentation and feedback in storytelling, revealing how these elements enhance his work. Engage with his artistic pursuits on Instagram @nikbentel!

We end a year of podcasting with our special Christmas edition season finale. We hang out and chat about the survey results. Congrats to the winner of the bend mirror. We take some time to reflect on our favorite moments of the pod and our year in general. We share some of our plans for next year. Thanks for everyone who listens and supports the podcast. You all mean the world to us. Give us a call on our google voicemail 1-646-494-4011 or send in a question to our gmail at minordetailspodcast@gmail.com. You can find us on instagram @minordetailspod, @nickpbaker, and @idrawonreciepts.

Michael DiTullo, an industrial designer and founder of his own studio, shares insights from his impressive career, including his transformative work at Sound United. He discusses the importance of mentorship and how to elevate lesser-known brands into dream workplaces. Michael emphasizes creativity and empathy in design feedback, while also diving into the evolution of design in the digital age. He offers valuable advice for younger designers on honing their skills and building professional relationships, illuminating the path to success in the industry.

Join industrial designer Michael DiTullo, with over 20 years crafting for Nike and Jordan, as he shares his vibrant journey in the design world. He recalls his early spark of creativity and the challenges faced at RISD. Dive into his transition from freelancing to landing a gig at Nike, complete with anecdotes about working with legends like Michael Jordan. Michael also reflects on his time at Frog Design, emphasizing the importance of empathy in creating impactful designs. Get ready for more engaging stories in the next installment!

We hunker down for an episode of all questions. Nick might have become a hypebeast and James has been doing some sketch demos. We answer questions about getting pigeon-holed, transferability of skills, royalties, managing side projects, design without marketing, advice for our junior design selves, sketching vs CAD, and how to getting back into design. Our shoutout of the week is @p_e_a_r_c_e .Send your questions to minordetailspodcast@gmail.com and follow us @nickpbaker and @idrawonreceipts

We brought in Reid Schlegel to discuss mindfulness in design. We dive deep into our experiences with the stress and anxiety especially as it relates to design. Reid shares some of his insights and tips for overcoming the struggles of design and perfectionism. Send your questions to minordetailspodcast@gmail.com and follow us @nickpbaker, @idrawonreceipts, and @reid.schlegel