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Send us Fan Mail What if hosting wasn’t a performance but a practice of care? We open up about creative living and flip the script on “entertaining” by focusing on simple, human gatherings that make people feel seen—no perfect home or chef-y spread required. From a last‑minute hang with wings and champagne to the guilt of unfinished projects and messy walls, we show how connection beats perfection...

Send us Fan Mail Sirens in the headlines, snow in the streets, and that low-grade hum of anxiety—yet we still have to make breakfast, answer emails, and figure out who we want to be. We open up about a week shaped by national strikes, immigration fear, and the relentless churn of news, and we ask a simple but urgent question: how do we keep living creatively when the ground won’t stop moving? We s...

Send us Fan Mail We dig into how third places — beyond home and work — shape creative lives, community ties, and everyday joy. From bookstores and gardens to restaurants, retreats, and our own living rooms, we map what makes a space feel safe, human, and alive. • defining third places in 2026 and why they matter • analog habits, dry-January resets, and meeting IRL • bookstores, libraries, gardens,...

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever walked into a space and immediately felt at home? That invisible but palpable sense of belonging isn't accidental—it's what we call "kinfolk energy," and it's at the heart of creating communities that nurture us in ways that transcend blood relations. In this intimate conversation, we unpack our 21-year journey of building sacred spaces acros...

Send us Fan Mail Ever wonder what those treasured objects in your home say about who you've been and who you're becoming? Welcome to the debut episode of The Maroon Life, where creative power couple Adrian Franks and Nicole A. Taylor open up about the spaces that shaped them and the intentional way they've built their world together. From Adrian's childhood drawing table (lovin...

Send us Fan Mail The creative industry is experiencing a seismic shift as beauty brands hire more engineers than makeup artists and traditional retail stores get disrupted by digital-first competitors. This transformation represents the convergence of the creative and technical worlds, requiring new approaches to design and business. • Bold Hue's groundbreaking personalized foundation device...

Send us Fan Mail Creativity meets social justice in this powerful exploration of Sylvia Harris's groundbreaking work in the design world. We dive deep into the life and legacy of a woman who transformed how millions of Americans interact with essential information systems, from ATMs to the U.S. Census. Born in Richmond, Virginia during the era of desegregation, Harris drew from her personal e...

Send us Fan Mail Artificial intelligence is rapidly transforming the design industry, and this episode of Graphite Radio takes you on a deep dive into the tools and trends shaping our future. Your Design Uncle breaks down UIzard, an emerging AI tool that transforms hand-sketched ideas into interactive prototypes, and examines Figma's new AI Beta that promises to streamline workflows while enh...

Send us Fan Mail Enter the world of design innovation with our exploration of the incredible legacy of Charles “Chuck” Harrison, a true pioneer in industrial design. Born in Louisiana, Harrison broke both creative and societal boundaries, redefining the everyday objects that fill our lives. Through his transformative designs, including the first plastic trash can and an iconic redesign of the View...

Send us Fan Mail Unlock the transformative power of art with our exploration of Aaron Douglas' groundbreaking journey in African-American modernism. Promising a deep dive into the creative landscape of the Harlem Renaissance, you'll learn how this master artist wove together modernist design and African symbolism to redefine Black identity. As we highlight his path from Topeka, Kansas to...

Send us Fan Mail The podcast takes listeners on a journey through the transformative changes in AI, retail technology, and digital art. We discuss how Deep Seek is revolutionizing the AI landscape, CVS’s endeavors to innovate retail practices, and The Met's integration of blockchain technology to enhance art engagement.  • Deep Seek's cost-efficient large language model challenges tradit...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we’re diving into the latest industry shake-ups, tools for professional growth, and the power of connections in driving innovation. Here’s what’s on the agenda: In the News: Shutterstock and Getty Unite: A deep dive into the potential merger of these visual media giants—how it could reshape the creative landscape, empower creators, and redefine storytelling in the...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we’re keeping it brief but impactful! Get the latest updates on Graphite as we take steps to expand into mentoring and career coaching experiences, starting with the creative fields. While we’re beginning with what we know best, the vision is to scale these opportunities across industries. In the News: Independent art colleges are rethinking strategies to combat d...

Send us Fan Mail GRAPHITE is a creative platform designed for creatives and troublemakers who want to improve who they are as creators, thinkers and builders. In this episode, we cover a punch list for those wanting to know more about the creative word as it pertains to the advertising industry.   Subjects covered: - Media Buying  - Social media manager  - Strategy  - Learning every Aspect of AI -...