leaders x design

This episode we speak to Dani Chambers— a designer and entrepreneur hailing from Oregon and the CEO of Northwest Brand Design— a boutique branding . We discuss the importance of work life balance, how being in a supportive role doesn’t mean that you’re not a leader, and our worst design mistakes that we’ve made on the job.

This week we talked to Maribeth Kradel-Weitzel. A Designer, Creative, and Professor—and someone who has been a part of our network since we were baby designers. We discuss the importance of creative flow, always keep curiosity at the forefront of the design process, and how laughter can get you into a groove.

This week Allie and Krista scratched the surface of Artificial Intelligence as we know it today. Throughout this breakout episode, we discuss how it could change how we work, how we use it throughout our lives today, and, generally, our feelings on what could happen next.

This week talk to Adrienne Ray. The self-described fat, Black, queer business owner and powerhouse behind Curve Conscious (@curveconscious). We discuss the reality of being a business owner while navigating the pandemic, the importance of making space for fat bodies, and how it is okay to admit when you need help to reframe your mindset.

THIS EPISODE CONTAINS MENTIONS OF EATING DISORDERS AND NEURODIVERGENCE. JUST WANT TO MAKE SURE THAT ANYONE WHO IS LISTENING GOES IN MENTALLY PREPARED FOR THESE TOPICS; THANK YOU! This week we talked to Stacie Fanelli, an eating disorder (ED) and ADHD therapist, and Allie’s go-to social media account over at @edadhd_therapist. We discuss the holes in traditional treatments of eating disorders (and...

This week we talked to Samantha Kibler, a Visual Communicator and User Experience Advocate. She’s also an old friend and colleague of Allie’s. We discuss the importance of curating expertise in something you love, leaving toxic situations, and how to pivot your career path if the one you’re on is one that doesn’t work for you.

This week we talked to Jenna Throne. A maker, creative, and the brains behind @GentryByJenna. We talk about how to adapt our creative processes, why you have to enjoy what you’re making, and a bit about how she comes up with her awesome designs.. We can’t wait for you to hear her episode!

While Allie was chatting, Krista decided to silently start the episode. This week we talk about finding comfort and strength within your own design voice and how we are working on doing that ourselves.

We are soooooo happy to be back with you all again after our break! Today we chatted with Kellie Wicklund— a clinical therapist and the Director and Owner of the Maternal Wellness Center in Hatboro, PA. We discuss the importance of maternal care in a country that stands last in maternal mortality rates, the reality of motherhood and how it changes you for better or worse, and why taking time for y...

This week Allie and Krista announce that we are taking July off because, well.. we are setting boundaries to allow for room to recover and refresh, which is the real story of this episode. Also... guess who is who from the title............

This episode we talked to Sarah Vezina hailing from CANADAAAA. She’s one half of the clothing brand Octopied Mind (@octopiedmind) – a mindful, vulnerable hand-drawn clothing company— and a badass entrepreneur. We discuss how the right business partner can bring out the best in you, growing up with an entrepreneurial mindset and how that manifests in adult life, and the importance of embodying dive...

This week we talk to Angelica Trimble-Yanu (@angelicayanu), an indigenous artist and creator hailing from San Francisco. We discuss the "in-between" space with multi-cultural folks and how to reclaim that space, the importance of paying homage and honoring where you come from in your life, and why listening to your body and paying attention to where you hold your energy is so vital. We also hear a...

On this episode Allie and Krista chat a bit about the leaked opinion from the Supreme Court. This episode is a little heavy and talks about abortion, sexual assault, and a myriad of other things, so go in with some caution. Personally, we even had to take time to collect ourselves after talking about it.

In this episode, we talk to Sara McDougall— a designer and creative hailing from Philly. We discuss reclaiming the “jack of all trades” title, why perfectionism kills creativity, and why evolving in your work is absolutely vital. We also discuss the importance of representation in media, especially in today’s climate.

This week we talk to Maurene Cooper, a tintype photographer and the creative mind behind @VanityTinType in Philadelphia. We talk about the importance of boundaries in your work, how being neurodivergent can actually enhance your creativity, and how to find your passion in your work.

Krista and Allie start off by talking about how younger people in the workforce need to be more confident and assertive within their profession.. but then we get a little bit off track. Kinda. Maybe. Sure...

This week we talk to Marisa Velázquez-Rivas, an art director for Fender, and an incredible illustrator from Philadelphia. We discuss the importance of sharing your process, the intersection of art and design in our industry, and the power good design has in curating cultural change.

This week our guest hails from DC by way of the US Virgin Islands. J’Nay Penn is an Art Director by day and the curator behind pennsive.co (@pennsive.co) in her spare time. We discuss respectful tourism, the excitement of breaking the rules, and how being your authentic self inside and out is the most fulfilling way to live.

We're taking a break from interviews, and instead are highlighting ways you can help aid people impacted by war in Ukraine. We are not political or economic experts by any means, but as fellow humans our hearts go out to the Ukrainian people. Go to our social media accounts to find links and accounts on ways to help.

This week we talk to Toni McIntyre— a writer and social media expert hailing from Philadelphia. They also work for the Pennsylvania Office of Attorney General, which we think is pretty freaking cool! We discuss the importance of social media as a global information resource, how basic human development is complex, valid, and vital, and how their journey from advertising to public service mirrored...

This is the monthly episode where Krista and Allie talk about something that is bothering them. This week they talk about specifically difficult projects for them and how they got through them. Tune in to see what each project was and what was used to push them forward (spoiler, Krista talks about food and drink).

In this episode, we talked to Margo Craige, an intuitive illustrator, graphic designer, and medium. She’s also an old friend of ours, so we were extra excited to chat with her! We discuss the importance of being open to the universe’s guidance and trusting your gut, dive into what a “jawn” is (if you know you know), and the impact that taking the leap of doing what you love has on your life and ho...

This week we talk to Stefanie Nelson (@sndancegroup), a choreographer, educator and curator from New York City—and the fearless leader of Stefanie Nelson Dance Group and Dance Italia. We talk about her incredible volume of work, what inspires her, and how COVID changed everything.

This week we talk to Suzana Somers, the brains behind the hit social media sensation @bachelordata— an account that analyzes information from the Bachelor Nation shows and all the drama on and off-screen. She also has online classes to teach you Excel or Google Sheets that won’t put you to sleep. We discuss the important balance of being relevant with properly processing culturally significant eve...

This week Allie and Krista discuss grief since it is top of mind for us. There is no correct way to talk about it or to live with it, but this is a nice first step.