What Bubbles Up

In part 1 of this special 2-part episode about the world of illustration, Comic Book Illustrator Tim Shinn joins us for a drink and a chat about drawing Batman, Deadman and other beloved characters from the DC, Marvel, and Star Wars universes. We discuss how sticking to the basics can prepare you for any medium, how collaboration yields the best results, and finally put to rest age-old debates abo...

Michael Hardy, Senior Product Design Manager at Etsy, joins us for a drink and a lively discussion of the importance of being mission-driven in projects and over the course of your career. In this episode, we discuss how a start in logistics and supply-chain management jump-started his passion for designing businesses, how fear is sometimes be the best motivator, and the time he broke Barry's hear...

Dustin Devlin, Co-Founder and Creative Director at Vagrants Productions, joins us for a drink and a lively discussion about the changing world of digital video production. In this episode, we discuss how technology has made the art of storytelling more accessible to all, how the separation between creative and production is being removed, and how living in a van down by the river isn't necessarily...

Suff Syed, Director of Connected Care at Microsoft, joins us for a drink and a lively discussion of the future of life and experience in an AI-driven world, his philosophy of “rebuilding yourself from the ground up”, and how marketing is ruining everything (not really, but kind of…) Drinks: Kona Ale Golden Big Wave, Billsburgh Brewery Tourist Trap IPA, La Croix Watermelon Links: https://www.suffsy...

Jake Endres, Owner and Founder of Crooked Run Brewing in Sterling, VA, joins us as we sample his brewery's wares and discuss how brewing beer is like cooking, how the craft brewing community keeps each other on its toes, and how to survive a pandemic when your business relies on people being together.  Drinks: Crooked Run Verdant Force DIPA, Crooked Run Sail Belgian-Style Singel Ale, Blue Jac...

Join Phil and Barry as they crack open a cold one and discuss what's in store for the second season of What Bubbles Up! Beers: Wachusett Brewing Company Sir Veza, Union Craft Brewing's Duckpin Pale Ale

You’ve heard of beer flights. Well, get ready for a podcast flight. Join Phil and Barry as they sample a collection of great moments from our first season of podcast interviews, each clip paired with a different craft beer. It’s been a wild year! Thanks for listening, commenting, sharing and joining us for every episode on this crazy ride. Happy holidays and we’ll see you all in 2021 with a new se...

Anthony Yell, Chief Creative Officer of Razorfish, joins us for a drink and a discussion of how relaunching a renowned agency brand (in the middle of a pandemic), making time for “walk and talks” to develop talent, and traveling the world to experience different cultures are his secrets to making the work better.  Drinks: Six Points Brewery Sweet Action NYC Pale Ale, Singlecut Beersmiths Star...

Jennifer Putnam, Chief Creative Officer at Allen & Gerritsen, joins us for a drink and a discussion on the role of purpose in creating brand building ideas, how doing good is just good business, and why she believes the “win” is in the Rewards, not just the Awards. Got a suggestion or comment?  Email us at whatbubblesup@gmail.com Drinks: Strong Brewing Company Bluff Head Brown, Hardywood Craft Bre...

Shyamala Prayaga, Autonomous Digital Assistant Vision Lead at Ford Motors joins us for a drink and a talk about designing voice experiences for the cars of the future, the multiple skills required to create cognitive experiences, and why all digital assistants have a personality. Got a suggestion for the pod? Email us at whatbubblesup@gmail.com Drinks:  Fosters Lager, Precarious Beer Project...

In this special Halloween episode, horror novelist and video game writer David Bergantino joins us for a drink and a chat about all of his spooky writing experiences, from crafting the novelization of Wes Craven's 'New Nightmare', to his frightening take on Shakespeare, and then, oddly enough, his blood-soaked journey into creating video games in the world of Disney.  Drinks: Stone IPA, Golde...

Award-winning poet and author TJ Jarrett joins us for a drink and a chat about throwing things away to make them better and how she fills her vessel with history before letting new ideas fly. Got a suggestion for the pod? Email us at whatbubblesup@gmail.com. Drinks: Mâcon-Villages Chardonnay, The People’s Pint Octoberfest, Dogfish Head Brewery Flesh & Blood IPA Links: Poets.org Profile https://poe...

Marianne Weiss, Interior Designer and Co-Chair of the IIDA New England Workplace Innovation Committee, joins us for a drink and a discussion about designing physical spaces in the age of COVID, the art of 'cleanliness theater', and how, despite the need for social distancing, technology can support our continued need for human connection.  Got a suggestion or comment? Email us at whatbubblesu...

Adrian Slobin, Chief Executive Officer of Nerdery , joins us for a drink and a discussion about how consultants should hunt for the “interrogative moment”, the importance of asking “why” rather than simply focusing on the “how”, and fires shots at us coastal elites.  Got a suggestion or comment? Email us at whatbubblesup@gmail.com   Drinks: Champion Brewing Company Malibu Nights Dou...

Micah Whitson, Chief Creative Officer of athenahealth and co-founder of TheOldTry.com joins us for a drink and a discussion of the importance of design research, how history can inspire the most modern of ideas, and his remarkable and moving submission of a NEW DESIGN for the official MISSISSIPPI STATE FLAG.  Got a suggestion or comment? Email us at whatbubblesup@gmail.com Drinks: Maine Brewi...

20-year-old director, editor, filmmaker Timur Bootzin joins us for a drink and a talk about starting his directorial career in his early teens, what it’s like when your creative partners are also your parents, how to deliver authenticity on film, and what it’s like to have a film top 14-million views on YouTube.  Got a suggestion or a comment? Email us at whatbubblesup@gmail.com or follo...

Steve Prince, Director of Engagement and Distinguished Artist in Residence at the Muscarelle Museum of Art, joins us for a drink and conversation about finding inspiration in the world around you, the power of art in social justice, and how teaching others is the best way to teach yourself, on the eve of both his and our nation’s birthdays.  Got a suggestion or comment? Email us at whatbubblesup@g...

Jason 'Kodi' Kodish, Global Guild Lead – Data and Intelligence at Cognizant, joins us for a drink and a talk about using data to drive ideation, how baseball inspired him to get into the field of data science, and the disguises people wear everyday. Got a suggestion or comment? Email us at whatbubblesup@gmail.com.  Beers: Pabst Blue Ribbon(!) and Veil Brewing Company Red Ferrari

Julia Sosa, Head of Experience & Design at Pumpkin Petcare, joins us for a drink and a talk about inventing new businesses, how great ideas start with emotion and empathy, and why she thinks like a creative but acts like a capitalist. Got a suggestion or comment? Email us at whatbubblesup@gmail.com. Beers: Aslin Beer Company Champion of the Sun, Night Shift Brewing The Price Is Wrong Stout, Bronx...

Actor and Theater Director Tricia Parks joins us for a lively discussion of Shakespeare, acting as exercise, directing non-actors, and Tricia’s overall approach to life and creativity.  Got a suggestion or comment? Email us at whatbubblesup@gmail.com Beers: Solace Juicy Lucy Double IPA, Cisco Gripah Grapefruit IPA Links: Shakespeare 2020 – https://www.cwnyi.org Tricia Mancuso Parks - https://...

Phil and Barry kick things off with an intro to the topics, the guests and the beer that will make this podcast an entertaining and informative listen for anyone interested in improving their creativity and the quality of their ideas. Got a suggestion or comment? Email us at whatbubblesup@gmail.com .