Shopped and Skewed

Is "doing what you love" the worst career advice a creative can follow?  In this episode, we're unpacking the design lie everyone believes and we get real about the state of the creative industry. We discuss the challenges of turning your passion into your paycheck, why the barrier to entry for podcasting is higher than becoming a rapper, and the hard truths about photography and mus...

Is this the year Arsenal finally wins the Premier League? Can you trust AI with your designs? And what really goes into booking an artist like Wizkid? We're breaking it all down in this episode of SHOPPED & SKEWED. From the football pitch to the future of graphic design, with some wild stories and hot takes along the way. Have some thoughts? Let's argue in the comments below 😅 Like an...

Is the "original idea" dead?  This week, we get into the debate every creative is having. We're breaking down why execution is now everything, how to escape the "crabs in a barrel" mentality, and why the biggest brands might start hiring YOU instead of a giant agency. Have some thoughts? Let's argue in the comments below 😅 SUBSCRIBE & hit the Bell icon so you don’t...

WE'RE BACK! This week we discuss: Intro: "Wait… Are We....Influential?" The Billboard Mystery: Did We Trigger the Change? Behind-the-Scenes of Creative Work (When Clients Ignore Your Ideas) The Struggle of Getting Credit as Designers Viral Fails & Harsh TikTok Criticism (Why We Hate Redesign Trends) How to Pitch Ideas Without Getting Ghosted Shoutout to the 400 Subs Squad! Have s...

NEW EPISODE ALERT! We’re BACK with a bigger space, more rants, and skewed takes on: Starting messy vs. waiting for "perfect" How therapy changes you (for better OR worse?)  The sneaky psychology of store layouts & branding  AI’s future: Will Apple flop? Cyberpunk phones?  …and why feedback is a designer’s bread & butter! Have some thoughts? Let's argue in the comments below...

Welcome back! From debating farmers market vibes to roasting unreadable billboards, we’re back with another chaotic episode! Here’s the breakdown: Should we take the podcast on a road trip? Farmers Market: Drinking spot or actual farmers market? Digital is cool but physical stuff is cooler BILLBOARD BEEF: Why is the font so thin?!  Design rants, adapting campaigns & missed opportunities Skyscr...

 🚨 We apologize for the not so great audio for this episode but feel free to complain about it in the comments still 😅 "We created the Sunday Soiree because we wanted better wine glasses."  Welcome back to another episode. This week we're kicking it with the brains and hands behind Sunday Soirée. A growing lifestyle event brand that's bringing originality, class, and culture to...

Welcome back! So should designers charge MILLIONS for their work? Why do clients still lowball creatives in 2025?  We break down pricing horror stories, client demands, and why ‘just be creative’ is the worst brief ever. Agree? Drop your worst client story in the comments! FOLLOW & hit the Bell icon so you don’t miss the next episode! Follow us on socials & grab our MERCH!  Official Instag...

Welcome back to another looooong episode of Shopped & Skewed!   This time, we sit down with the multi-talented  Twnda, Musician, producer, and creative director, as he gets real about: The dangers of ego  in artistry and personal growth Malawi’s music industry - formulaic hits vs. authentic creativity The power of authenticity  and why staying true wins in the long run Behind-the-scenes of his...

Welcome back to Shopped & Skewed!  This week, Terence and Simon dive deep into: The struggles of staying consistent as content creators in Malawi Shocking stats on internet usage (spoiler: education & YouTube rank LOW) Why Malawi prioritizes foreigners over local talent  The future of digital exports & monetization (Government, take notes!) Movie & TV reviews: Severance, The Gorge,...

This week we discuss: 2025 EXPECTATIONS AND RESOLUTIONS LEARNING NEW SKILLS TERENCE FINALLY GETS PAID IMPOSTER SYNDROME NOTHING IS URGENT Follow our socials Official Instagram page : https://www.instagram.com/shoppednskewed/ Simon's Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/killsimao/ Terence's Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/terence265/

This week we discuss: BEING THE TOP PODCAST ON WRAPPED NOT JUST A PODCAST REVIEWING TOP 5 ALL TIME SERIES BASED ON YOUR VOTES Follow our socials Official Instagram page : https://www.instagram.com/shoppednskewed/ Simon's Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/killsimao/ Terence's Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/terence265/

This week we discuss: OFFICIAL S&S MERCH IS FINALLY AVAILABLE OLD VERSUS NEW DESIGNS Follow our socials Official Instagram page : https://www.instagram.com/shoppednskewed/ Simon's Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/killsimao/ Terence's Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/terence265/

VOTE SIMON FOR GRAPHIC DESIGNER OF THE YEAR HERE: https://maso-awards.live/category/best-graphic-designer This week we discuss: MASO AWARDS CAR YOUTUBE ELON MUSK AND THE FUTURE OF THE WORLD Follow our socials Official Instagram page : https://www.instagram.com/shoppednskewed/ Simon's Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/killsimao/ Terence's Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/terence265/

This week we discuss: FORMULA 1 TALK COMPANY REBRANDS COLLABORATING Follow our socials Official Instagram page : https://www.instagram.com/shoppednskewed/ Simon's Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/killsimao/ Terence's Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/terence265/

This week we discuss: WHY ARE WE NOT ALLOWED TO SWITCH FOOTBALL TEAMS? ICONIC FOOTBALL KITS BRANDS AND SOCIAL MEDIA Follow our socials Official Instagram page : https://www.instagram.com/shoppednskewed/ Simon's Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/killsimao/ Terence's Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/terence265/

This week we discuss: A DESIGNER GETS MARRIED DUMB PHONES ARE GETTING SMARTER TOP 5 TV SHOWS OF ALL TIME MUSHROOM SHADE GATEKEEPING ANIME Follow our socials Official Instagram page : https://www.instagram.com/shoppednskewed/ Simon's Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/killsimao/ Terence's Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/terence265/

This week we discuss: TABITHA CHAWINGA GENERATIONAL WEALTH BEING OBSESSED WITH YOUR CRAFT DJ MAPHORISA’S CONTROL ON THE INDUSTRY ARTIST MANAGEMENT FINDING YOUR LANE BETWAY INFLUENCER PROGRAM Follow our socials Official Instagram page : https://www.instagram.com/shoppednskewed/ Simon's Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/killsimao/ Terence's Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/terence265/

IN A WORLD WHERE EVERYONE EXPECTS YOU TO BE A JACK OF ALL TRADES, CAN YOU SURVIVE JUST BEING A DESIGNER? This week we discuss: EVENTS IN MALAWI FINDING YOUR NICHE BEING A SOLUTION PROVIDER Follow our socials Official Instagram page : https://www.instagram.com/shoppednskewed/ Simon's Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/killsimao/ Terence's Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/terence265/

This week, we discuss: HOSTING A LIVE EVENT DESIGNER BEEF Follow our socials Official Instagram page : https://www.instagram.com/shoppednskewed/ Simon's Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/killsimao/ Terence's Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/terence265/

This week, we discuss: INDEPENDENCE DAY  COST OF HAVING NICE THINGS REPLACING DESIGNERS PERSONAL BRANDING THE HARDEST PICTURE EVER Follow our socials Official Instagram page : https://www.instagram.com/shoppednskewed/ Simon's Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/killsimao/ Terence's Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/terence265/

THIS WEEKS EPISODE IS DIFFERENT, WE REACT TO OUR VIEWERS' HOT TAKES FROM X. ENJOY! Also, the intro extra points to whoever notices something wrong with our intro  :D Follow our socials Official Instagram page : https://www.instagram.com/shoppednskewed/ Simon's Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/killsimao/ Terence's Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/terence265/

This week, we discuss: WHAT WOULD HAPPEN IF DESIGNERS AND CLIENT SERVICE SWITCHED PLACES? MARKETERS WITH A DESIGN BACKGROUND ARE ACTUALLY EASIER TO WORK WITH? SECRET TO MAKING MORE MONEY AS A DESIGNER WE'RE CLUELESS ABOUT MENTAL HEALTH Follow our socials Official Instagram page : https://www.instagram.com/shoppednskewed/ Simon's Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/killsimao/ Terence'...

This week, we discuss: TERENCE RANTS ABOUT STANDARDIZED PRICING, AGAIN! STOCK IMAGERY Follow our socials Official Instagram page : https://www.instagram.com/shoppednskewed/ Simon's Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/killsimao/ Terence's Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/terence265/

This week, we discuss: TERENCE TALKS ABOUT WORKING WITH ADOBE TIPS FOR CREATORS Follow our socials Official Instagram page : https://www.instagram.com/shoppednskewed/ Simon's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/killsimao/ Terence's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/terence265/