
Play&Co(nversations) - A Design Thinking Podcast
1) Angella Tapé
We're joined by strategist and educator Angella Tapé for a deep dive into strategy as a creative craft and what it really means to build the future through design in the era of AI. Angella shares how ...Show More
2) Dave Budge
Joining us is the creative force behind Jaunt Motors - co-founder and CEO Dave Budge - to talk about building electric vehicles that put experience first. Dave shares his journey from digital to hardw...Show More
3) Thomas Belhacene
This episode, we sit down with Thomas Belhacene to trace the winding road from ArtCenter to global brands like Bugatti, Nike, and Adidas. We talk about lessons from big-brand innovation, knowing when ...Show More
4) Julie Anne Quay
We’re joined by Julie Anne Quay - founder of VFILES - for a wide-open conversation about curiosity, energy, and why trying to be for everyone is a creative dead end. We cover the essentials: football,...Show More
5) Ryan Helps
This month, we catch up with our friend Ryan Helps - Senior Director of Design at Loop Earplugs - for a look back at his journey from agency life at Above to helping shape a growing lifestyle brand. R...Show More
6) Sean Kelly
Get cozy in the conversation pit as we chat with Sean Kelly, Lead Designer at Grovemade and Product Design Instructor at the University of Oregon. We explore the intersection of creativity and parenti...Show More
7) Michael Held
Kicking off Season 2 we have a long overdue catch-up with Michael Held, VP of Design at Steelcase. We discuss television remotes, the evolution of the workspace, building diverse teams, and pivotal le...Show More
8) Season 2 Trailer
Season 2 Launch Trailer for Play&Conversations with the design team at Play&Co - Brendan & Karen Hutchieson, Jason McGinnity, Matt Locascio, Michelle Passe, and Tyler Wilkinson. Subscribe on Apple Pod...Show More
9) Episode 25: Finding the Intersection of Art and Technology with Visual Artist Damien Gilley
In this episode, we welcome Damien Gilley, a visionary visual artist and designer known for his innovative work in branding, environmental design, and digital products. Damien's journey showcases his ...Show More
10) Episode 24: Why Creativity and Authenticity Matter with Simon Berg
In this episode, we welcome Simon Berg, the founder and former CEO of Ceros, a pioneering AI-powered content creation platform. Simon's journey is a testament to the power of creativity and innovation...Show More