“In These Uncertain Times” is my passion project interview podcast about creating and connecting in the midst of uncertainty.
In Season 1, I spoke with creators and thought leaders about how they forged their path forward in the new normal created by COVID-19. Starting in Season 2, we’re opening up the frame to unpack ideas of uncertainty at large and how we navigate them as human beings. In each episode, we imagine a brighter world on the other side of the challenges that lie ahead of us.
You can listen to all episodes of the podcast on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.
Other Thought Leadership
On Never Forgetting
Reflections on the patriotic reactions to the mass-death of 9/11 and its ensuing wars contrasted with the ambivalence of many towards the deadly COVID-19 pandemic.
“This Is HCD” Podcast Interview: Undesigned World
A conversation between myself and Chi Ryan about my article “In Praise of the Un-’’Designed’ World.” We have a great discussion about street meat, cause marketing, and finding nuggets of creativity in unexpected places.
How 'The LEGO Movie 2' Can Help Break
Down & Rebuild Your Brand’s Relationship
With Gender
The progressive gender politics of the animated movie provide teachable moments for individuals and brands alike (February 2019)
In Praise of the Un-”Designed” World
How living in the design capital of the world made me appreciate the ingeniously naive (January 2019)
Big Brands Won’t Save Us, But Will Sell Trying
“Belief-Driven Buyers” are a lucrative market, but the issues facing society are far bigger than your brand will ever be (October 2018)
In the “Post-Truth” Society, Future Proofing Your Brand Is Not Optional
In such a politically-charged climate, even the most apolitical brands have the lingering threat of being flung into extremely polarizing controversies. Now more than ever, brands need to proactively own what they stand for, before the public decides for them (March 2017)
Using Nostalgia to Engage Millennials? Think Again.
While we millennials may get a quick fix from a stroll down memory lane, some brands should be left in the past to make room for ones that truly listen to our values (October 2016)