Best Monotype Podcasts (2025)

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Bryan Edmondson on crafting simplicity. 39:04

2d ago39:04

39:04

Get ready for an honest chat with Bryan Edmondson, the visionary force behind London-based SEA Design. In this episode, Bryan shares his thoughtful approach to design and studio culture and explains why developing a simple design isn’t as simple as it looks. From focusing on identities that tell a story to mentoring young creatives, Bryan shares wi…

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Reprint: Waves of summer inspiration. 29:44

16d ago29:44

29:44

We're ready for summer here at Creative Characters, so we decided to dig into the archives and explore the seasonal rhythms that influence art and life. From the ephemeral art of beach calligraphy by South Africa’s Andrew van der Merwe, to photographer Tyler Haughey’s striking portraits of off-season beach towns, to Justin Burns’ reflections on the…

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Alles neu: Bundeskanzler, Papst, Ghost, Sleep Token, Hackathon 2.0... 🤯 1:25:30

20d ago1:25:30

1:25:30

In dieser Folge gehen wir auf eine wilde Reise durch aktuelle Eindrücke, neue Erlebnisse und absurde Szenarien. Von Bayern bis Rijs, von Gaming bis Ghost, von Merz bis Leo – all das und noch mehr ist dabei! Du erfährst: 🎮 Welche skurrilen Highlights die Spiele R.E.P.O. und Lethal Company bieten 🌍 Wie ein Hackathon in den Niederlanden 2.0 aussieht –…

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"The German Podcast" heißt jetzt "Definitely German Podcast"! 📢 6:34

27d ago6:34

6:34

"Hallo zusammen! :)" - Dieser Folgenbeginn bleibt zwar gleich, aber der Name meines Podcasts hat sich geändert! Was bisher "The German Podcast" hieß, ist jetzt der "Definitely German Podcast". Das hat gleich mehrere Gründe, die ich kurz in diesem kleinen Info-Snippet erkläre. Also keine Sorge: Der Podcast lebt und es wird bald auch wieder eine neue…

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Sara Soskolne: A life shaped by letters. 48:01

1M ago48:01

48:01

From studying 19th-century sans serifs to expanding Gotham for the Obama Foundation, Sara Soskolne’s career has helped define how the world reads today. In this episode, Doug Wilson sits down with his longtime friend and brilliant type designer, Sara Soskolne, for an honest, wide-ranging conversation about growing up curious, falling into typograph…

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Women of Type: Crafting Community with Jess Goldsmith. 38:28

2M ago38:28

38:28

Hold onto your sketchpads! This week, Livia Halltari sits down with Jess Goldsmith, the one-woman-show behind Women of Type. Jess talks about her creative journey — from doodling graffiti-inspired letters as a kid to building a global community that amplifies lettering work from women and non-binary creatives around the world. As a self-taught desi…

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Trevor Jackson: How to remix your career and stay independent. 46:09

2M ago46:09

46:09

In this week’s episode, host Graham Sturt joins British designer and music producer Trevor Jackson in his Shoreditch studio. Surrounded by an impressive collection of music ephemera, they discuss Trevor’s creative approach, how he got into designing record sleeves for early house and hip-hop artists, and why he doesn’t believe in having a “house st…

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How Kris Andrew Small found his groove: movement, color, and making art that matters. 45:41

2M ago45:41

45:41

On this week’s episode, Sydney-based artist Kris Andrew Small shares his journey from frustrated graphic designer to global creative powerhouse. He spills on how he transformed personal passion into bold, high-energy artwork that breaks rules and speaks volumes. From collaborating with icons like artist M.I.A., to creating campaigns for Nike and Re…

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Indiana Jones, Ghost "Satanized", Bundestagswahl 2025 und mehr! 🎙️ 55:05

3M ago55:05

55:05

Abenteuer, Musik & True Crime! In dieser Folge von „Indiana Jones & Ghost Podcast“ erlebst du mein Let's Play zu „Indiana Jones und der Große Kreis“, spannende Infos zur Bundestagswahl 2025 (leicht erklärt für Nicht-Deutsche), eine Netflix-Empfehlung zur Zodiac-Killer-Doku und meine Eindrücke zur neuen Ghost-Single „Satanized“. Du erfährst: Was das…

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From Biden to Harris: rebranding at lightning speed with Shar Biggers. 48:41

3M ago48:41

48:41

In this episode of Creative Characters, we dive into the whirlwind world of political design with Shar Biggers, the creative mind behind some of the most memorable campaign visuals in recent US politics. Join us as we chat about Shar’s unexpected journey into political campaign branding, from designing Hillary Clinton's 2016 presidential run to her…

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Re:Vision 2025: Shaping the future through design. 45:54

3M ago45:54

45:54

Typography is more than just choosing cool fonts — it gives designers and brands the power to take action and spark change. This episode of Creative Characters is all about shaking things up in the design world with Monotype’s Re:Vision, a transformative approach to our annual Type Trends report. Host Carl Unger joins report creators, Phil Garnham …

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Nerding out on 3D type and creativity with Taekyeom Lee. 37:34

4M ago37:34

37:34

Ever wondered what happens when you combine ceramics with typography and throw in a DIY 3D printer for good measure? Join us for a delightful chat with Taekyeom Lee, the graphic designer and educator who takes typography off the page and into the third dimension. Host Doug Wilson dives deep into Taekyeom’s inventive world where letters become slink…

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Tschüss Social Media: Threads & Twitter/X gelöscht und mehr! 😊 1:00:23

4M ago1:00:23

1:00:23

2025 starte ich mit einem klaren Schritt: Ich habe meine Social Media-Präsenz bewusst reduziert. Threads und Twitter/X sind Geschichte, und ich erzähle dir, warum ich diese Entscheidung getroffen habe. Wie fühlt sich das an? Was hat sich für mich verändert? Und warum tut mir diese Fokussierung richtig gut? Hör rein und begleite mich auf meinem Weg …

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Neue Erfahrungen 2024 und Pläne für 2025 mit "Auf Deutsch gesagt"! 💪 30:50

5M ago30:50

30:50

Welche neuen Erfahrungen haben wir 2024 gemacht und wie setzen wir unsere Pläne für 2025 um? In dieser Folge von „Neue Erfahrungen 2024 Podcast“ spreche ich mit Robin von „Auf Deutsch gesagt“ über persönliche Learnings, Ziele und Motivation für das kommende Jahr. Perfekt für alle, die sich für Entwicklung, Sprachen und Inspiration interessieren! Du…

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You’re going to need a passport: Simon Waterfall on sharpening and expanding your design practice. 40:37

5M ago40:37

40:37

Creative Director Simon Waterfall is a creative character in every sense. Simon's built multiple creative agencies and has worked for global brands, like Intel, Airbnb, and Vevo. Now he's about to launch a new product: a sustainable cocktail in a can, developed with James Beard Award-winning spirts expert, Thad Vogler. Simon chats with host Bill Co…

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Linkin Park "From Zero": Album Review mit DerRockSchopp & MonoTyp! 🎧 1:27:22

6M ago1:27:22

1:27:22

Erlebe eine ausführliche Review zu Linkin Parks neuem Album „From Zero“! In dieser Folge von „Linkin Park From Zero Review Podcast“ analysieren wir jeden Track, sprechen über musikalische Highlights und teilen persönliche Eindrücke – gemeinsam mit DerRockSchopp und Ric R. Doe (aka MonoTyp). Du erfährst: Detaillierte Track-by-Track-Analyse des Comeb…

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Cat How on building a branding agency that stands out. 43:53

6M ago43:53

43:53

Cat How launched How&How in May 2020, during the height of the pandemic, with her husband, Roger. Four years later, they’re an agency of about 20 people, with studios in London and Los Angeles. In this episode, host Tom Foley chats with Cat about building an ethical branding agency, tackling big projects, and having fun at work. You can find blog p…

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Kelli Anderson on the art and power of papercraft. 56:07

7M ago56:07

56:07

Kelli Anderson makes objects out of paper that explore design and the world around us. Her popular books — “This Book is a Camera” and “This Book is a Planetarium” — both include pop-up stripped down paper contraptions designed to teach how common objects — like cameras, speakers, and stringed instruments — work. Luckily for us type nerds, Kelli is…

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Searching for our inner child at Adobe MAX 2024. 44:03

7M ago44:03

44:03

This year, Adobe MAX migrated to Miami Beach, attracting thousands of creatives for three days of inspiring talks, playful brand activations, and a “total creative nerd fest,” as one guest told us. Throughout the week, we brought people inside a universe of type, had heartfelt conversations about the power of creative intuition, and nurtured our cr…

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Exploring the American design story behind Field Notes with Jim Coudal. 59:08

7M ago59:08

59:08

Field Notes notebooks are a staple in many creative lives. Aaron Draplin started the brand back in 2000-somethin', inspired by the old, frayed agricultural company memo books he'd find while out junking around Midwestern farm country. These promotional notebooks were giveaways — a throwback to the days of handshake deals and business relationships …

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Traumtagebuch: Meine wilden Träume und fiktive Abenteuer! 🤯 45:43

7M ago45:43

45:43

Entdecke die faszinierende Welt der Träume! In dieser Folge von „Traumtagebuch Podcast“ erfährst du, wie ein Traumtagebuch deine Traumerinnerung stärkt, zu mehr Selbsterkenntnis führt und wie du deine nächtlichen Abenteuer effektiv dokumentierst. Praktische Tipps und persönliche Traumgeschichten inklusive! Du erfährst: Wie du ein Traumtagebuch star…

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Never snap to guides: Exploring creative freedom with David Carson. 54:40

8M ago54:40

54:40

Host Graham Sturt sits down with graphic design icon, David Carson. Known for his revolutionary work with Ray Gun magazine and his unconventional, expressive style, David has continually pushed the boundaries of visual communication. Join us as we explore David’s unique approach, creative journey, and the philosophies that have shaped his illustrio…

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Embracing Chaos and Stillness: Astrid Stavro’s Design Philosophy. 32:06

9M ago32:06

32:06

In this week’s episode, Monotype’s Executive Creative Director, Tom Foley, sits down with renowned graphic designer Astrid Stavro to explore her captivating journey. Astrid grew up amidst the hum of printing presses in her father’s print shop in Trieste, Italy. She recounts the profound influence of her family’s publishing heritage, her deep-seated…

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Oasis & Linkin Park Reunion, Musik Comebacks, neue Songs und mehr! 🎸 1:24:49

9M ago1:24:49

1:24:49

Oasis und Linkin Park feiern ihr Comeback! In dieser Folge von „Oasis & Linkin Park Reunion Podcast“ analysiere ich die Hintergründe der Oasis Reunion Tour 2025 und die Rückkehr von Linkin Park mit neuer Besetzung und frischer Musik. Erfahre, wie die Bands ihre Fans überraschen und was die neuen Songs ausmacht. Du erfährst: Details zur angekündigte…

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Revisiting Scott Starrett and how to design a visually stunning political campaign. 44:41

9M ago44:41

44:41

It's August. Many of us on the podcast team are trying to wring out the last drops of summer. Others are hard at work getting ready for Monotype's visit to Adobe Max. So this week, we're replaying an oldie episode from our first season. Monotype Creative Type Director Charles Nix talks with Scott Starrett, Co-Founder and Principal of NYC design fir…

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From Parsons to Type Thursday: a conversation with Thomas Jockin. 28:24

10M ago28:24

28:24

This week on Creative Characters, host Charles Nix sits down with Thomas Jockin, the founder of Type Thursday, a global type meetup. The two discuss Thomas’s journey from an art-obsessed youth on Long Island to becoming a key figure in the global type design community. Thomas shares pivotal moments such as his apprenticeship with Joshua Darden, the…

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Coldplay Konzert 2024, Toto live, Ghost Konzertfilm & VR-Gaming! 🎤 1:40:34

10M ago1:40:34

1:40:34

Erlebe die Highlights der Coldplay Music of the Spheres Tour 2024 in Düsseldorf! In dieser Folge von „Coldplay Konzert 2024 Podcast“ berichte ich von unvergesslichen Live-Momenten, Toto in Büren, dem neuen Ghost-Album „Rite Here Rite Now“ und meinen ersten VR-Gaming-Erfahrungen. Du erfährst: Welche Songs Coldplay und Toto 2024 live gespielt haben u…

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Kyle Read on the art (of the business) of type design. 38:07

10M ago38:07

38:07

In this episode, host Doug Wilson sits down with his long-time friend, Kyle Read, a distinguished type designer and graphic designer based in Denver, Colorado. Kyle shares his journey from studying at the Savannah College of Art and Design, working for various design studios and advertising agencies, to founding Badson Type Foundry. The two discuss…

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Behind the Font: Font Licensing, demystified (Part 3 of 3). 23:51

11M ago23:51

23:51

In the final edition of our new podcast miniseries series, Behind the Font, we answer your questions about font licensing [cue Jeopardy theme]! Once again, Monotype's Vice President and Assistant General Counsel, Phil Carey-Bergren wades into the intricacies of font licensing with our host, Carl Unger. Topics include the implications of breaching f…

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Behind the Font: Font Licensing, demystified (Part 2 of 3). 24:50

11M ago24:50

24:50

In the second edition of our new podcast miniseries series, Behind the Font, we dig into the technical side of font licensing [cue psycho theme]. Our Vice President and Assistant General Counsel, Phil Carey-Bergren, and host, Carl Unger, dissect the main parts of a font license and walk us through some common font licensing use cases you might see …

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AC/DC Konzertbericht 2024, Niederlande-Hackathon & PS5 Gaming-Talk! 🎸 1:21:31

12M ago1:21:31

1:21:31

Erlebe das AC/DC-Konzert 2024 in Gelsenkirchen hautnah! In dieser Folge von „AC/DC Konzert 2024 Podcast“ berichte ich von der Power Up Tour, der energiegeladenen Show und meinen persönlichen Highlights. Außerdem erwarten dich spannende Einblicke in meinen ersten Hackathon in den Niederlanden und aktuelle PlayStation-5-Gaming-Tipps! Du erfährst: Wel…

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Behind the Font: Font Licensing, demystified (Part 1 of 3). 25:31

12M ago25:31

25:31

In the first-ever edition of our new podcast miniseries, Behind the Font, we dive into the often murky and mysterious waters of font licensing [cue Jaws theme]. Our guest for this journey into the depths is Monotype Vice President and Assistant General Counsel, Phil Carey-Bergren, and we couldn't ask for a better person to walk us through the ins a…

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The power of initiative: Kat Romulo on following your creative passions. 39:44

12M ago39:44

39:44

This episode of Creative Characters is hosted by Livia, our Social Media Manager at Monotype. Livia interviews designer Kat Romulo about her unconventional journey into design, beginning with a serendipitous flyer at UC Berkeley. Kat shares her rise from posting personal projects on Instagram to acquiring client work, her experiences with public sp…

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Lee Yuen-Rapati on the typography and design of watches. 46:31

1y ago46:31

46:31

Host Doug Wilson geeks out about watch design with Lee Yuen-Rapati of Fears Watch Company. They discuss the intricacies of designing numerals for watches and the parallels between watch design and typeface design. And if you’re looking for inspiration on a personal project — or just want to drool over some gorgeous sketches — check out Yuen-Rapati’…

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Beyond Mexico ’68: Lance Wyman’s world of design. 55:02

1y ago55:02

55:02

Host Graham Sturt journeys into the life and work of famed graphic designer Lance Wyman. Renowned for his iconic Mexico 1968 Olympics identity, Wyman shares the story of how a one-way flight to Mexico City ultimately landed him a role on this influential design team. Wyman talks about other key moments in his career as well, like working on the Chr…

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Reinventing yourself at any age with Vic Lee. 52:35

1y ago52:35

52:35

Hear Monotype Creative Director Graham Sturt in conversation with Vic Lee, an artist, illustrator, and self-described “ragamuffin.” After years of doing graphic design work for agencies, Vic was ready for a change. So, he began sketching a streetscape from a little cafe in his London neighborhood — a practice that evolved into a popular local print…

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Petra Dočekalová on the influence of history in modern design. 48:34

1y ago48:34

48:34

In this week's episode, first-time host Doug Wilson chats with Petra Dočekalová, a designer, educator, calligrapher, and sign painter from Prague, Czech Republic. They explore Petra's involvement in a book about Yaroslav Benda, a notable Czech designer known for his typography and calligraphy. Their conversation covers networking at events like Typ…

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Live from SXSW: A branding masterclass with Dentsu, eBay, Neurons, and WeTransfer. 54:38

1y ago54:38

54:38

Each year, for over a week, the city of Austin, Texas erupts into a cacophony of life, music, film premieres, comedy showcases, interactive tech demonstrations, and world-class exhibitions for the annual South by Southwest (SXSW). This year, amongst the chaos, community, and creativity of the festival, we recorded our first-ever episode of the podc…

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Scooter Konzert 2024 : Live-Bericht, Brettspiele & Lies of P Gaming! 🎤 1:17:51

1y ago1:17:51

1:17:51

Erlebe das Scooter-Konzert 2024 in Bremen hautnah! In dieser Folge von „Scooter Konzert 2024 Podcast“ berichte ich von der „Thirty, Rough & Dirty“-Tour, meinen Eindrücken zu H.P. Baxxter, den besten Songs und dem neuen Album. Außerdem gibt’s Brettspiel-Tipps und einen Gaming-Talk zu Lies of P! Du erfährst: Welche Highlights und Überraschungen das S…

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Searching for signs of the British seaside with Justin Burns. 32:32

1y ago32:32

32:32

For many of us, the sea holds a special place in our hearts — the sights, smells, sounds of long summer nights are etched into our minds. Join Monotype Creative Director Graham Sturt as he and guest Justin Burns, Head of the School of Arts at the University of Derby, explore the signage and typography of the English seaside and examine the linkage …

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Studying the subconscious superpowers of type trends across the globe. 1:03:38

1y ago1:03:38

1:03:38

How do cultural influences, historical contexts, and geopolitics influence design and typography? As part of the 2024 Type Trends report, we wanted to take a deeper look at how design is manifesting across the globe. This episode will take you on a journey from the bustling streets of New York City to the colorful neighborhoods of Santiago, the rom…

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Talking type that melts in your heart (not in your hand) with Steffi Marty. 39:51

1+ y ago39:51

39:51

This week, host Charles Nix sits down with Steffi Marty, the Global Director of Brand Identity and Design for Mars Snacking. If that sounds abstract, you probably know the brands she oversees: the Mars Bar, Snickers, Skittles, and M&M's. Charles and Steffi collaborated on a new typeface for M&M's, released last year, and the two discuss the joys an…

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Physische Medien: Kassetten, VHS, Vinyl, CDs & Retro-Sammlerstücke! 🎙️ 1:31:25

1+ y ago1:31:25

1:31:25

Entdecke die faszinierende Welt physischer Medien! In dieser Folge von „Physische Medien Podcast“ tauche ich ein in die Geschichte, Entwicklung und den Sammlerwert von Disketten, Kassetten, VHS, CDs, Vinyl, DVDs und BluRays. Erfahre, warum diese Formate Kultstatus haben und bis heute begeistern! Du erfährst: Wie sich physische Medien von Disketten …

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Behind the 2024 Type Trends report with Jordan Bell and Damien Collot. 38:05

1+ y ago38:05

38:05

You’ve probably heard something about it, but just in case you missed it: our 2024 Type Trends report is finally here! And good news: this week on Creative Characters, you can tune in to hear even more about it. Join Type Designer Jordan Bell and Creative Type Director Damien Collot as they discuss their experiences curating this year’s report, gui…

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Alan Wake II, Peaky Blinders, neuer Job & Demo-Erfahrungen! 🎮 1:40:42

1+ y ago1:40:42

1:40:42

Erlebe spannende Einblicke in Gaming, Serien und Karriere! In dieser Folge von „Alan Wake II Podcast“ berichte ich von meinem Start in einen neuen Job, analysiere das fesselnde Spiel „Alan Wake II“ und bespreche die Kultserie „Peaky Blinders“ mit Cillian Murphy. Außerdem teile ich meine Erfahrungen von einer Demo gegen Rechtsextremismus. Du erfährs…

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Musik-Highlights 2023: Beste Alben, Songs & Bands des Jahres! 🎶 1:25:28

1+ y ago1:25:28

1:25:28

Erlebe die musikalischen Highlights 2023! In dieser Folge von „Musik-Highlights 2023 Podcast“ präsentiere ich dir die besten Bands, Songs und Alben des Jahres – von Taylor Swifts „The Eras Tour“ bis zu Metallicas „72 Seasons“. Entdecke neue Favoriten und erinnere dich an die größten Musikmomente 2023! Du erfährst: Welche Alben und Songs 2023 besond…

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Musikalben Jubiläum 2023: 10, 20, 30, 40 & 50 Jahre Musikgeschichte! 🎵 1:11:17

1+ y ago1:11:17

1:11:17

Welche Musikalben feiern 2023 ein besonderes Jubiläum? In dieser Episode stelle ich dir zehn legendäre Alben vor, die 10, 20, 30, 40 oder 50 Jahre alt geworden sind. Entdecke Musikklassiker und neue Favoriten aus fünf Jahrzehnten – perfekt für alle, die Musikgeschichte lieben oder neue Sounds entdecken wollen! Du erfährst: Welche Alben 2023 ihr 10-…

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Studios we love: the stories of ArrowType, Type Salon, and Blaze Type. 53:59

1+ y ago53:59

53:59

We're closing out 2023 by spotlighting three amazing type studios from different corners of the world — and three of our favorite hosts. This week, Charles Nix, Phil Garnham, and Tom Foley each selected a type designer they admire to bring on the show: Stephen Nixon of ArrowType; Alja Herlah, Directress & Lead type designer at Type Salon; and Matth…

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Roger Black and Charles Nix trace the history of type. 36:46

1+ y ago36:46

36:46

Roger Black draws from origins and evolution of type, type trend drivers, and his own career in this week’s episode with our own Charles Nix. Combining various lenses that allow creatives to see between and behind the lines of type, the two designers inspect the nitty gritty of typographic design — from machinery to wider influences of cultural shi…

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Celebrating community, embracing vulnerability, and fostering self-discovery at Adobe MAX 2023. 1:03:33

1+ y ago1:03:33

1:03:33

Now that the Adobe MAX dust has settled, we bring you our second annual recap of the inspiring event that brought 10,000 from around the world to Los Angeles in October. Between emotional, soul-baring presentations that went much deeper than design, to the “font connection” game at the Monotype booth, there was a palpable sense of community and con…

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