Women Designers You Should Know

049. Carolyn Davidson and Sarah Williams: The Woman Behind the Swoosh

When it comes to recognizable icons, few rival Nike’s Swoosh, designed by student designer Carolyn Davidson for $35. We unpack her quiet career, late recognition, and las

048. Lorraine Wild: Redefining Design Education (w/ Louise Sandhaus)

In this dual feature episode we take a celebratory look at Lorraine Wild’s influence as a writer, educator, and designer who helped shift graphic design from a formal pra

047. Claire McCardell: Inventor of Casual Fashion (w/ Elizabeth Evitts Dickinson)

Discover the untold story of Claire McCardell, the woman who invented casual wear, defied Dior, and changed the way American women dress (with insight from author Elizabe

046: Sharon Werner: Imposter Syndrome

This episode explores the remarkable career of Sharon Werner, founder of Werner Design Werks, and her candid reflections on misogyny, imposter syndrome, and staying small

045. Clara Porset and Lindsey Colhoun: Frida Kahlo’s Favorite Chair

This designer-on-designer episode explores Clara Porset’s legacy of cultural modernism and political courage, with insights from interior designer Lindsey Colhoun, whose

044. Rachel Saunders: From Burnout to Alignment

Ceramicist Rachel Saunders shares her self-taught creative journey—from leaving LA burnout behind to launching a soul-led business, shifting into retreats, and redefining

043. Edith Head: Hollywood Costumes & Controversies

This deep-dive episode explores the jaw-dropping career of costume designer Edith Head—Hollywood’s most awarded woman—whose designs for stars like Audrey Hepburn and Grac

042. Justina Blakeney: Creative Evolution

This episode features designer and Jungalow founder Justina Blakeney as she opens up about work-life balance, her art show California Poppy, the impact of the LA fires, a

041. Maria Giudice: Design Superpowers & Big Tech

This episode features legendary designer and leader Maria Giudice, who shares her journey from Staten Island art kid to founding Hot Studio, navigating Facebook’s acquisi

040. Tomoko Miho and Jessica Strelioff: Designing Space with Soul

This dual feature episode explores the legacy of Tomoko Miho’s masterful use of space and quiet modernism, alongside Jessica Strelioff’s thoughtful approach to building t

039. Alex Proba on Persistence: From Pools to Posters and More

In this episode, multidisciplinary designer Alex Proba shares how persistence, daily creative rituals, and an unwavering belief in color have shaped her global design car

038. Tamara Mellon: The Woman Behind Jimmy Choo (w/ Rachelle Bergstein)

This episode we talk about the high-heeled rise, fall, and fierce reinvention of designer Tamara Mellon, co-founder of Jimmy Choo, whose resilience redefined what it mean

037. Susan Kare and Amy & Jennifer Hood: Pixel Pushing and Powerful Branding

This dual feature episode explores the legacy of Susan Kare, the designer behind the original Mac icons, with guests Amy and Jennifer Hood, the twin creatives behind Hood

036. Gee's Bend Quilters and Francine Thompson: Threads of Resistance

This dual feature episode highlights the artistry of the Gee’s Bend Quilters, whose improvisational designs and cultural resilience transformed necessity into celebrated

035. Jeanetta Gonzales on Mentorship

Mentorship isn’t just about giving advice—it can be a full-circle moment that shapes both the mentor and the mentee. In this episode, Jeanetta Gonzales, a celebrated surf

034: Ti Chang on Designing for Human Connection

Just in time for Valentine’s Day, join us as Ti Chang, cofounder of CRAVE, shares how she’s revolutionizing the way we connect through design, pioneering the category of

033. Nanna Ditzel and Kate Arends: Furniture That Sparks Conversation

This dual feature episode explores the visionary work of Nanna Ditzel—who designed furniture for movement, conversation, and mental well-being—alongside Kate Arends, foun

032. Elsa Schiaparelli: Where Fashion and Surrealism Began (w/ Darrian Wright)

Hear the extraordinary life of Elsa Schiaparelli. From her rebellious youth and surrealist collaborations to her iconic designs like the lobster dress and shocking pink,

031. Mary E. J. Colter: Fred Harvey’s Architect and the Fate of Altadena’s Past

Explore the life and legacy of Mary Colter, a groundbreaking architect and interior designer who crafted iconic buildings at the Grand Canyon and beyond, blending Native

RERUN 006. Gail Anderson: On Racism, Resilience, and the Power of Mentorship

This episode didn't get nearly as many listens as it should, probably being that it was only episode 6, so now is a good time to push this rerun out into the world. Espec