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From the subtleties of typography to the emotional impact of color, and the way everyday objects influence our lives, our guests share their unique perspectives on the power of design. Through candid interviews, we’ll get a closer look at the challenges they’ve faced, the breakthroughs they’ve had, and how design is not just about aesthetics, but about problem-solving, communication, and making an impact. Join hosts, Rae and Emiko, as Type Speaks aims to inspire, inform, and showcase the voi ...
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01.06 // Preserving Stories Through Type // Tré Seals
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In this episode, we speak with Tré Seals a designer, typographer, and founder of Vocal Type. We talk about trade secrets in the type design community, the endangered skill of writing in cursive and knowledge sharing to build a better future. We also get an inside scoop on what is to come from Vocal Type! Tré Seals is a designer, typographer, and fo…
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01.05 // Design, Politics, and Finding Your Creative Voice // Morgan Searcy
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In this episode of Type Speaks, Rae and Emiko sit down with Morgan Searcy, an art director and creative lead with a background in graphic design, advertising, and progressive politics. From working on major political campaigns to navigating the fast-paced world of branding, Morgan shares insights on the role of design in shaping public perception a…
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01.04 // Southern Style, Storytelling, & The Art of Play // Aaron Gresham
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In this episode, we speak with Aaron Gresham about his journey as a designer, creative director, and mentor. We explore his early influences growing up in a creative household, how southern vernacular design has shaped his work, and his experiences collaborating with major brands like Apple and Google, as well as artists like Vampire Weekend and La…
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01.03 // Design Accidents and Play // Mario Bocanegra Martinez
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In this episode, we speak with Mario Bocanegra Martinez about the process of purposeful play leading to new ideas. We also learn what percentage of design is a happy accident, how he cultivates a creative space that nurtures experimentation, and why you should never lose your inner kid. Mario Bocanegra is an Assistant Professor of Graphic Design at…
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01.02 // Designing Across Fields: AI, Biodesign, and Bridging Disciplines // Devon Ward
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In this episode, we speak with Devon Ward on various topics including codeswitching between disciplines, what Biodesign is and how it can be used, Globalization and design communication, using AI as a tool, and our controversial takes surrounding primates. Devon Ward is a designer, artist, and educator who works across multiple creative disciplines…
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01.01 // Design, Education, and Impact // Robert Finkel
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In this episode, we speak with Robert Finkel on various topics including the challenges and rewards of teaching, design ethics, why we like things and how to define good design, and design trends we secretly love. Robert Finkel is a designer and educator at Auburn University. As an Associate Professor of Graphic Design he teaches courses in Typogra…
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In this episode, hosts Rae and Emiko introduce the podcast and speak on the ideas behind the creation of the podcast and future directions. Rae is a junior in the Graphic Design program at Auburn University, where they’re excited to dive into new design styles and explore emerging subgenres. As the station manager for WEGL 91.1 FM, Auburn’s student…
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