Best Australian Design Radio Podcasts (2025)

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Outwardly impressive, losing it on the inside? The cognitive distortions of a high achiever 29:06

3d ago29:06

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Over years of clinical practice, psychologist Dr Mary Anderson started to notice a peculiar pattern across her many clients. Despite being impressive high achievers on the outside, inside they were struggling with burnout, imposter syndrome, anxiety and self-criticism. So she set out to develop a guide for these high achievers. A framework to suppo…

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EP 246-Sailing Greece with Australian designer Karen Carswell. 31:31

7d ago31:31

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We jump on board designer Karen Carswells boat in the Ionian Sea, Greece, to talk about designing her latest clothes range Salt & Wood for the curvy lady to buying a yacht in a foreign country-learning to sail from the sea up.

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Ads, sports and games: how gambling infiltrated Australian culture 30:45

10d ago30:45

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If you're watching sport or browsing social media, odds are you will come across gambling ads. If you work in an office, you might've joined Melbourne Cup or footy tipping comps. In Australia, it can feel like gambling is everywhere. Today, we look at how everything from video games to shopping sites seem to be priming us for betting-like behaviour…

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EP 245- Alps to the Riviera, Albania. 10:44

15d ago10:44

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From the snow capped mountains, waterfalls @ old towns of Berat to the picturesque villages, beaches & cliffs of Sarandë & Ksamil, Albania is ripe for the traveller picking. https://www.travellingsenorita.com

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A different kind of grief — what true crime pods often overlook 29:56

17d ago29:56

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For years, psychologist Patricia Harney avoided true crime podcasts and documentaries. They hit too close to home. Recently she's been testing the waters, and noticing these whodunnit shows often leave out a crucial element of the story. This episode was first broadcast in July 2023 Take our listener survey here: https://forms.microsoft.com/r/pMNc8…

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All in the Mind is doing its first-ever listener survey — can you tell us a bit about who you are and why you listen? We'd love to understand you better! We’ve kept the survey snappy — it's only seven questions. We’re especially keen to know the age range of our listeners. Take the survey here: https://forms.microsoft.com/r/pMNc8TK7b7 And you can a…

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The silicon shrink – the worrying side of AI in mental health 29:06

24d ago29:06

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Chat bots as therapists. Apps that can track your mood and behaviour, offering earlier detection of psychiatric illness. There's a lot happening at the nexus of mental health and AI – some of it promising, some of it perilous. Today, science writer and author of The Silicon Shrink, Daniel Oberhaus, takes us on a journey through this emerging space.…

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EP 244-Economics & Tourism in Albania, Olivia Gega. 41:15

27d ago41:15

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Hotel Plaza Berat Manager Olivia Gega talks about the fixture of tourism in Albania, the dark communist past & the positive moves forward in the wake of the country’s popularity.

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Dissecting the brain - live at the World Science Festival Brisbane 29:37

1M ago29:37

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The brain might be an undiscerning blob that makes up just two per cent of your body, but what it does for you is extraordinary. How much about the day-to-day workings of the brain do we fully understand, and what does the future of medicine have in store for it? In this recording of our live show from the World Science Festival Brisbane, we explor…

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EP 243- Exploring Malta & Gozo Island. 10:39

1M ago10:39

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From Malta to Gozo, stay in Valletta old town, explore the ancient ruins & bluest grottos, take a ferry to Gozo for an authentic cooking class in Victoria & sublime sunset at Xlenthi. https://www.visitmalta.com/en/ https://www.travellingsenorita.com

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How the housing crisis is warping people's view of the future 29:05

1M ago29:05

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Madi's had 25 rental applications rejected. Seen absolute horror houses while searching for a rental. It's all driving her to despair. Today, how housing insecurity can alter our sense of agency and how we perceive the world around us. This episode was first broadcast in May 2024.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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EP 242-Chef Ana Karina, Columbia to Malta 15:24

1M ago15:24

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Chef Ana grew up working in Venezuela, with a family who loved to cook, a move to Malta 2 years ago she’s now part of an exceptional female duo who head up Latin inspired Hammetts Mestizo in Malta. https://hammettsmestizo.com https://www.travellingsenorita.com

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Fighting for focus in the age of distraction 30:02

2M ago30:02

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Be honest, how many times have you checked your notifications in the last hour? Or opened a new, totally unrelated tab? Or stopped what you're doing even though you really need to do it? Distractions are everywhere. And whether they're self-imposed or coming from our environment, it can be hard to focus. Today, we explore the ramifications of our r…

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EP 241- More to Amsterdam than meets the tourist eye. 13:23

2M ago13:23

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Amsterdam boosts connected neighbourhoods like De Pijp and historic precincts like Museumplein., with sublime sunsets at A’dam lookout and meeting places like The School of Life’ it’s a liveable city committed to learn, heal & grow into the future.

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The magic of memory - live at Podfest 30:17

2M ago30:17

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How strong is your memory? Whether you're frequently forgetful or eager to improve, there are ways you can train your brain to recall faster and remember better. This week, we bring you our live show from Podfest at the Adelaide Festival, featuring neuropsychologists, memory athletes, and even some listeners! If you'd like to check out another epis…

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EP 240- Mel Bampton, Radio Host, Author, Yogi 58:51

2M ago58:51

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Mel Bampton aka Lissie Turner has packed a lot into her colourful life, from hosting at Triple J in Sydney-where she launched the popular ‘Like a Version’ series-to founding the Prana Project in Northern NSW, we chat about coming full circle in an illustrious career.

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Could AI keep you company as you age? 29:46

2M ago29:46

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Dementia usually involves a decline in your ability to remember, think and reason over time. And those with dementia are at a high risk of feeling socially isolated, lonely and depressed. As artificial intelligence systems get better and better, researchers are investigating whether AI companion bots could help improve the lives of those with demen…

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EP 239- The Northern Rivers, NSW 8:33

2M ago8:33

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After the week that was TC Alfred, we move forward to sunny days, a bright full eclipse moon & a landscape that evolves with shifting tides and learnings for a more sustainable future.

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Ep 161 Amber Bonney (The Edison Agency) & Andrew Ashton (Aa Design) 49:09

2M ago49:09

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This episode, listen in as Aa Design Studio Creative Director, Andrew Ashton sits down to chat with Amber Bonney, founder of The Edison Agency. They dive deep into the world of fast-moving consumer goods, and Amber speaks candidly about her experience with neurodiversity and how it’s impacted her working life.…

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The ick: dating, disgust and evolutionary psychology 29:06

2M ago29:06

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Have you ever experienced "the ick"? It's that sudden, visceral feeling of being put off by someone you're dating. Maybe it's their hat, a hobby or even the way they laugh. Stories of the ick are prolific online, but it leaves us with a question - what causes it? To separate red flags from disgust, we get into the psychology of the ick - why you mi…

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EP 238- Chef Troy Spencer, Capella Sydney 30:22

2M ago30:22

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Born in Melbourne Chef Troy began his culinary career at 14, honing his skills in Sydney, Scotland, France & back home again- where he worked with the likes of Manu Fiedel, he now heads up Brassiere 1930 at the recently opened Capella Hotel. https://capellahotels.com/en/capella-sydney?utm_source=Google&utm_medium=GMB https://www.travellingsenorita.…

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Can humans make it to Mars without losing their minds? 29:06

2M ago29:06

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NASA wants to send humans to Mars in the next decade or so. But can our minds handle it? We talk to a NASA psychologist and retired astronaut about the psychological challenges people already face on long-duration space missions — and find out what it will take to get to Mars. This episode was first broadcast in March 2024. Looking for another epis…

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EP 237- All about Manly, Sydney. 7:55

3M ago7:55

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We catch the ferry from Circular Quay to check out Felons Manly from the Howard Smith Wharves crew in Brisbane. Manly is home to top notch eateries from Hugo’s to El Camino to Herring & Bower, framed by the stunning harbour with iconic rock pools and surf beach.

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Do you hate yourself? Healing from self-hatred 29:44

3M ago29:44

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Join us for a live episode of All in the Mind at Podfest in Adelaide this March. You can enter to win tickets here. Many of us have felt self loathing at some point in our lives — maybe when you've failed at an important task at work, or lost an important relationship. But some people hate themselves all the time — their inner monologue is a consta…

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EP 236- Chef of the Year, Punit Fernandes. 27:58

3M ago27:58

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AHA 2024 Chef of the year Punit Fernandes recently received his award at the Sky Deck in Brisbane. Hailing from India & working with the likes of Neil Perry & Peter Doyle- he now heads up Ginger restaurant at the Parkroyal Monash, Melbourne

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EP 235-Adelaide & the City. 9:17

3M ago9:17

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From Chihuly sculptures in the botanic gardens to dining at Africola & shopping at the central markets-we explore Adelaide & the City ahead of Womad & Fringe next month.

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'Bad behaviour' or just misunderstood? What to know about kids' mental health 30:23

3M ago30:23

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Developmental paediatrician Dr Billy Garvey has seen a lot of kids with behavioural issue over the years, and there are ten things he wishes all parents understood about their kids mental health. From insecure attachment to separation anxiety to emotional difficulties – he gives us the low down on why kids get labelled ‘bad’ – and what’s really goi…

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The baby decision — how to decide when you can't decide 29:51

3M ago29:51

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There are some decisions in life that can be trickier to navigate. Do you want to get married? Should you change careers? Do you want a baby? Parenthood is a choice more vexed than ever in a world threatened by climate change, political instability and cost-of-living crises. So how can people approach this choice? And if you're lucky enough to have…

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EP 234- Chef Duncan Welgemoed Africola Adelaide. 34:49

3M ago34:49

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Chef Duncan grew up in Johannesburg South Africa, a move to the UK to hone his culinary skills, he went on to settle in Adelaide and iis one half of the creative duo behind award winning Africola & Africola Canteen.

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EP 233- Beaches beyond Adelaide city. 7:40

3M ago7:40

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We explore the beaches beyond Adelaide City, from Glenelg to Brighton and Seacliff, full of good food, family fun & nature based experiences.

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'My brain snapped': Harry's sudden psychosis 29:07

3M ago29:07

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Harry had been lucky. He'd never struggled with his mental health. Then, when he was 18, seemingly out of nowhere — he had his first psychotic episode. It was an abrupt change, with ripple effects across his family. Today, the shock of experiencing psychosis, why you're most likely to get it when you're young, and how you can recognise the signs an…

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Age of rage: the psychology behind our moral outrage 29:06

4M ago29:06

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Politics, war, abortion, gun control — why do some topics make us so outraged? One theory is that our preoccupation with preventing harm is to blame. So today, we examine how humans developed morality, why we differ in what we consider right and wrong, and how that drives us to moral outrage. And after all of that, we'll find out how to have better…

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EP 232- Bass Coast, Sth Gippsland Victoria. 8:45

4M ago8:45

8:45

From the iconic surf of Kilcunda to the natural charm of Cape Patterson & Inverloch, welcome to the beautiful Bass Coast Victoria.

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The promise and perils of manifesting 29:06

4M ago29:06

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If you could manifest anything into your life, what would it be? A perfect partner, your dream house, winning the lottery? Manifesting promises a limitless potential of dreams to achieve — through methods like vision boards and affirmations. But does manifesting actually help us realise our goals? Is it harmless fun? Healthy positive thinking? Or c…

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EP 231-Chef Julien Audibert-Lebon, Paris to Sydney 30:00

4M ago30:00

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Chef Julien grew up outside of Paris, inspired by his father’s cooking & grandmothers recipes. Travelling the globe, he now calls Sydney home & is the co-owner of L’Heritage a French bistro by the (Chowder Bay) sea.

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"Scarier than killer robots": why your brain isn't ready for AI 29:06

4M ago29:06

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The AI revolution is coming. Your mind isn't ready for it. Cognitive neuroscientist Joel Pearson walks us through the many ways artificial intelligence is messing — and will mess — with our psychology. From falling in love with AI to unforgettable deep fakes, we dive into an uncertain future and what you can do to prepare for it. This episode was f…

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EP 230- Asia Pacific Triennial, GOMA 7:59

4M ago7:59

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The 11th Asia Pacific Triennial has opened at GOMA in Brisbane, an interactive, free exhibition showcasing 200 artists from across Australia, Asia & the Pacific. https://www.qagoma.qld.gov.au https://www.travellingsenorita.com

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What influences your inner voice? 29:05

4M ago29:05

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That voice inside your head - where does it come from? We bring back a topic that was one of our most popular for a long awaited part two. Today, what shapes your internal chatter. This episode was first released in March 2024. Our original episode on chatter is called Controlling the chatter in your head, if you liked this episode you'll love that…

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EP 229-Feliz Ano Nuevo 2025 ‘Sydney & the City’ 13:45

4M ago13:45

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We explore all the latest goings on in Sydney & the City for the festive season, from new hotel openings to Spanish & French inspired eateries to memories in Martin Place. https://percy.sydney https://all.accor.com/hotel/C332/index.en.shtml https://capellahotels.com/en/capella-sydney https://www.travellingsenorita.com…

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Inside a sociopath's mind: "I'm capable of almost anything" 29:06

5M ago29:06

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Patric Gagne is a sociopath, but she doesn’t fit the stereotype. From a violent kid, to a PhD and author - we track the unusual story of a sociopath who learned to be 'good'. Plus, there's been some controversy and questions about the veracity of her PhD - so, we fact checked it. This episode was first released in May 2024. Need something to listen…

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The skills supercommunicators use (and how you can learn them) 29:05

5M ago29:05

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What do working for the CIA, navigating hot button topics and talking to teenagers all have in common? They're all situations that supercommunicators excel at. Today, we explore how you can become a supercommunicator too. This episode was first broadcast in February 2024. Why not check out Introversion vs Extroversion. If you enjoyed this episode, …

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The design tricks brands use to get you to buy 29:36

5M ago29:36

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What influences your shopping behaviour? Well, it's likely a mix of what you need, what's presented to you in store and probably some neuromarketing (which we've covered on our program before). But what about the role of product designers? Today, we get into the psychology of design and the battle designers face balancing innovation with our human …

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When life is too loud: what are sound sensitivities? 29:36

5M ago29:36

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How do you feel as you move through a busy space — like an airport, a city street or a crowded shopping centre? For some of us, these spaces are energising — being among the rush of people and the noise of the crowds. But for others, these situations can be a little much. And for some neurodivergent people — especially those with sensory issues — b…

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EP 228- Spain to Portugal to New Zealand to Fiji, the travel year that was. 12:47

5M ago12:47

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Rounding off a year of slow and sustainable travel, off the beaten path-Spain, Portugal, New Zealand & Fiji. What’s next 2025✈️

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Should you do a 'dopamine detox'? 29:39

6M ago29:39

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Dopamine feels great, but is it always good for us? The answer is complicated, so today, we get into what dopamine actually does in the brain. How does it affect our motivation, movement and behaviour? And how does our environment influence that? Plus, should we be detoxing from dopamine ... and why are people raw dogging flights? If you're looking…

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Is underwater noise pollution impacting marine life? 13:36

6M ago13:36

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It's getting warmer in Australia — summer is just around the corner and for many of us that means heading to the water to cool off. Whether you take the boat out at Lake Macquarie, have a surf at Newcastle Beach or a swim in the Hunter River. But as we cause a commotion above the surface, we often forget about the whole world of marine wildlife liv…

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EP 227- Chef Gregory Llewellyn, NYC to Fiji. 28:06

6M ago28:06

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Chef Gregory Llewellyn grew up in New York then moved to Sydney-honing his cooking skills along the way he’s now the Group Executive Chef for Malolo & Liku Liku Resorts on Malolo Island, Fiji. https://maloloisland.com https://likulikulagoon.com https://www.travellingsenorita.com

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Trauma or a tough time? How our mental health labels are changing over time 29:05

6M ago29:05

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We've come a long way in how we talk about mental health. But while diagnoses like depression and anxiety can empower people to seek help and support — they also influence how we see ourselves and how others might see us, too. Today, we investigate 'concept creep.' It's the idea that the labels we use to describe mental health are expanding and bei…

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Ep 160 Nu Goteh (Room For Magic + Deem Journal) & Anzac Tasker (Guardians) 46:34

6M ago46:34

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On this final episode of our ⁠The Design Conference⁠ '24 series tune in to hear Anzac Tasker founder and executive creative director of ⁠Guardians⁠ an agency led by intention, that was born out Aotearoa, New Zealand, speak with Nu Goteh the principal of ⁠Room For Magic⁠, a community-centric research and creative studio based in Los Angeles that ins…

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