10-best-design-podcasts-that-inspire-in-2020

Biljana Jovanovic

We all need the inspiration boost from time to time. When you want to increase your creativity but you don’t have time to watch videos or flip the book pages, podcasts are a great option. With the rising popularity of this format, the new possibilities for learning and developing skills emerged. Whether you drive to your work, doing work-out or wait in line, podcasts are an ideal way to make the most of your time. Use your breaks and spare time to learn about the brand new design trends, new tools, and best practices or to discover some amazing resources for further knowledge upgrade. Also, from time to time, check out the works of WordPress designers on Dribble that set standards. If you don’t know which design podcasts you should bookmark instantly, here is a list of our favorites.

Design matters

As the name of this podcast suggests, the design really matters. Originally started as a terrestrial radio-style podcast, this podcast found its special place on iTunes where it has a broad audience. The show covers a wide variety of design topics so if you’re struggling with inspiration or simply want to enhance your knowledge, this is a good podcast to start with. Moreover, you will surely enjoy the relaxed approached of its host – Debbie Millman.

The Design of Business

Design is much more than creating visually-appealing solutions. It does not only shape products and brands, but shapes our decisions and ideas as well. If this design aspect is of your interest, prepare to dive into it with two exceptional experts – Jessica Helfand and Pentagram co-founder Michael Bierut (both designers and co-founders of Design Observer). Recorded at the Yale School of Management, this podcast welcomes professionals from many industries and designers in many fields.

Clever (Jaime Derringer and Amy Devers)

Clever

The design speaks the language we all understand. And, although designers have superpower to transform reality into magic, they are just human beings, like the rest of us. Clever is a podcast about designers, their talents, ideas, challenges and creative secrets. Hosted by Jaime Derringer (founder of Design Milk) and Amy Devers (a designer and Emmy-winning television personality), this podcast gathers big thinkers from famous companies like Google to freelancers. All of them share their thoughts about the human side of design and the influence designers have on the world.

The Deeply Graphic DesignCast

The Deeply Graphic DesignCast

This podcast is equally suitable for those at the beginning of their design career and experienced professionals. Each episode covers different graphic design-related topics such as brand strategy, client management, design elements, and more. What is great about this podcast is the fact listeners can submit questions that will be answered in every episode. Also, it has six different hosts based in different cities from LA to London. So, if you have any doubts or simply want to follow the latest actualities from the community, The Deeply Graphic DesignCast is for you.

The Honest Designers Show

The Honest Designers Show

The Honest Designers Show is all about honesty. Here you will be able to hear more about not-so-sexy side of the design industry. Episodes include interviews with design gurus, practical professional bits of advice and useful tips for getting your design career started. The show is hosted by four amazing designers – Tom Ross, Ian Barnard, Lisa Glanz, and Dustin Lee. If you prefer podcasts with straight-talk style, prepare to tune in.

99% Invisible

With 99% Invisible, inspiration is at your fingertips. As one of the most popular podcasts on iTunes, this show is a great reservoir of ideas for any creative. When you need a fresh perspective on how design and architecture shape our world, this is the right place to be. Hosted by Roman Mars, this podcast is available on RadioPublic, via RadioPublic, via RSS and through other apps.

The Design Better Podcast

The Design Better Podcast

Behind every world-class design project is a unique process of careful planning, creative thinking and execution. In case you need some piece of advice in this field, don’t forget to check out InVision’s Design Better podcast. Hosted by industry pioneer – Aarron Walter and Eli Woolery, both of whom have an impressive list of clients, this podcast is a holy grail for every creative. In case you want to improve relationships in your organization, better organize your workflow or to learn how to incorporate great storytelling into your processes, hit the Play button.

Method Podcast from Google Design

Method Podcast from Google Design

Made right there in Google’s kitchen, this podcast gives listeners an inside look at the role of design at the world’s largest search engine. If you want to hear more about Google’s hiring process, their workshops, design methods, and more, start checking out Method regularly. As host, Travis Neilson will make sure you have a lot of fun along the way.

Design Life

This is one of the best design podcasts for a reason. Created to offer an unlimited source of inspiration for all freelance designers. If you work as a freelancer and deal with the challenges of remote work, you might need some practical tips from time to time. Hosted by two amazing women –Charli Marie and Femke – Design Life throws the light on the issues young creatives face and offers solutions for common design mistakes.

The Crazy One (Stephen Gates)

The Crazy One

Want to learn from the expert that shared his knowledge with the world’s most innovative companies like Apple, Google, Nike, AirBnB, Amazon, WeWork, Disney, The Home Depot and more? This podcast is for you. Here, Stephen Gates shares some great insights on leadership, confidence, collaboration, and many more useful tips designer can apply. So, if you want to create more innovative work or strengthen your bonds with clients or colleagues, Gates will be the perfect mentor you can learn from. Just tune in and enjoy amazing episodes from The Crazy One.

With so many great podcasts out there, it seems that we live in the golden era of this format. Nowadays you can not only enjoy the quality talks but watch the majority of them in video form. So, whenever you need a little creative push or relevant advice, you can tune in. We hope our list of the best design podcasts will inspire you to dig deeper! Enjoy!

We hope this article was helpful. If you liked it, feel free to check out some of these articles as well!

5-podcasts-every-ux-designer-should-listen-to

Design podcasts are a great way to keep up with industry news, snag some workflow and design process tips, or just get inspired by experts making waves in your field. If you’re a user experience designer or just starting out in UX, you’re in luck because there’s an ample amount of UX podcasts at your disposal to learn from — no matter the skill level you’re at.

In this post, we’re rounding up a diverse list of podcasts focusing on user experience design for the newbie, the expert, the curious, and really everyone in between. Have a listen and gain more confidence in your knowledge as a UX designer, walk away with new ideas, plenty of conversation starters, and maybe even a new outlook on your field of work!

6e7a1916a59c4d048fdb50daa2c6f358

Photo by Galymzhan Abdugalimov via Unsplash.

1. High Resolution

Jared Erondu and Bobby Ghoshal co-host High-Resolution, a fantastic video and audio podcast series featuring 25 different design leaders. Designers from innovative companies like IDEO, Google, Pinterest, (to name-drop only a few) are invited to share their insights on all things Product Design.

The goal of the podcast is to help you learn how to better communicate the value of design, include stakeholders in your design process, instill a design culture at your business and more. Listen in to learn from the best of the best!

Eaae11f871a916b35ecb0e92ad577468

“This project has been a real labor of love. We did it so designers all around the world could learn from people we consider to be the masters of design and leadership. We urge you to bring these tools and ideas back to work with you every week and if you do, we think you’ll see design in an entirely new light.”

2. Wireframe

Former Design Director of the New York Times Khoi Vinh hosts Wireframe, a storytelling podcast about user experience design brought to you by Adobe and Gimlet Creative. Unlike most interview format podcasts, each episode of Wireframe focuses on a theme and brings different voices together to share varying experiences. Khoi himself says the podcast has a “journalistic sensibility” so regardless of your design experience, anyone can listen and enjoy.

Aa2a5732fd3fd11b3cdc10b90c110e10

“The ambition here is twofold. First, we wanted to elevate the discussion around design so that it’s treated with the same seriousness, thoughtfulness and sense of fun as any general interest subject matter—arts, culture, technology, sports etc. The second goal here is to talk about design in a straightforward, engaging way that draws in not just seasoned designers but also a wider audience of people who are curious about our craft.”

3. What is Wrong with UX?

For a more amusing undertone, check out What is Wrong with UX, a humorous podcast co-hosted by two women who actually met teaching a UX Design course. In each episode, Laura and Kate dive into a lively (and very entertaining) discussion on all things annoying or needing improvement in the field of user experience. Listen in for a fun, light-hearted approach to all of the qualms you face as a UX designer.

D1249d50f73ff7c1eab79fd601de055b

“Hate reading and enjoy listening to people argue over the details of user experience design? Who can blame you. Listen to What is Wrong with UX, the podcast where two old ladies talk about how to make products suck slightly less. It features Laura Klein, the author of Build Better Products and UX for Lean Startups, and Kate Rutter, Principal at Intelleto – two experienced product designers. They bicker, drink, and explain basic concepts of good user experience design.”

4. User Defenders

User Defenders is a UX design podcast where host Jason Ogle invites seasoned UX designers to share insights on their expertise and specific topics such as building your UX portfolio, designing for accessibility, getting your foot in the door at your dream company, etc… Whether you’re a UX rookie or veteran, User Defenders will challenge and inspire you to make a difference in your work.

4a729927bca9082537d8d77e30f6af1f

“There are scores of inspirational UX Designers out there who are doing outstanding, innovative work and helping to shape the future in their struggle to solve important design problems while fighting for the user. This podcast is aimed at highlighting those leading the way in their craft by diving deeper into who they are, and what makes them tick/successful, in order to inspire and equip those aspiring to do the same.”

5. UI Breakfast

Don’t be fooled the podcast’s name—the UI Breakfast podcast, also known as “UI Breakfast: UI/UX design and product strategy” covers all things a user experience designer would find value in. Host Jane Portman asks the hard-hitting, nitty-gritty questions to her industry expert guests so you can actually apply new strategies and ideas to your work.

73bb31853c68b4f6e6687d23033aed8a

“Join us for exciting conversations about UI/UX design, products, marketing, and so much more. My awesome guests are industry experts who share actionable knowledge — so that you can apply it in your business today.”

482e547f045640abac842c6a464827ad

Be sure to find these UX design podcasts on iTunes or Spotify if you want to subscribe and keep up with any new episodes! For more recommended podcasts, check out our curated list of 10 podcasts for every kind of designer.


Find more Community stories on our blog Courtside.
Have a suggestion? Contact stories@dribbble.com.