Design Matters with Debbie Millman
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For the 20th anniversary of Design Matters, Debbie Millman revisits past interviews with technology pioneers Bill Moggridge, Jason Kottke, Anil Dash, and Kevin Kelly. These excerpts reflect on how technology emerged, how it shapes the way we live, and how these early thinkers imagined the future unfolding. * Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy https://acast.com/privacy for more information.
As part of the 20th anniversary of Design Matters, Debbie Millman shares Part Two of her most surprising first questions, the curious openings that sparked honesty, humor, and revelation. These excerpts highlight the unexpected moments that shaped some of the show’s most memorable conversations. * Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy https://acast.com/privacy for more information.
To celebrate 20 years of Design Matters, Debbie Millman revisits standout moments from past conversations with photographers Catherine Opie, Albert Watson, Pete Souza, Lynn Goldsmith, and Mary Ellen Matthews. These excerpts explore how they approach craft, capture truth, and use the camera to tell the stories that define us. * Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy https://acast.com/privacy for more information.
To mark 20 years of Design Matters, Debbie Millman revisits standout moments with Julia Turshen, Christina Tosi, Gabrielle Hamilton, Fanny Singer, and Will Guidara—voices who reimagined how we cook, write, and welcome. From recipe testing as poetry to tinkering with desserts, from building a neighborhood bistro to building a culture of “unreasonable hospitality,” these excerpts show how design shapes flavor, service, and the shared joy of a good meal. Interested in learning more about upcoming TED events? Follow these links: TEDNext: ted.com/futureyou https://ted.com/futureyou * Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy https://acast.com/privacy for more information.
To celebrate 20 years of Design Matters, Debbie Millman revisits standout moments from past conversations with illustrators Brian Rea, Maira Kalman, Barry Blitt, Edel Rodriguez, and Christoph Niemann. These excerpts explore how ideas drive style, how collaboration and constraint shape the work, and how a single image can speak fast and stay with you. Interested in learning more about upcoming TED events? Follow these links: TEDNext: ted.com/futureyou https://ted.com/futureyou * Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy https://acast.com/privacy for more information.
To celebrate two decades of , Debbie Millman gathers favorite moments from past interviews with podcast hosts Krista Tippett, Ira Glass, Hrishikesh Hirway, Kara Swisher, and Jad Abumrad. These excerpts trace how each host found their voice, shaped a format, and learned to listen, revealing the craft and conviction behind the shows that shaped podcasting. Interested in learning more about upcoming TED events? Follow these links: TEDNext: ted.com/futureyou https://ted.com/futureyou * Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy https://acast.com/privacy for more information.
In honor of 20 years of , Debbie Millman revisits unforgettable moments from her conversations with iconic musicians Kaki King, David Lee Roth, Lucy Wainwright Roche, Michael Stipe, and the Indigo Girls. Through their stories and songs, this special episode reflects on the meaning of a creative life and the artists who have shaped the sound of our time. Interested in learning more about upcoming TED events? Follow these links: TEDNext: ted.com/futureyou https://ted.com/futureyou * Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy https://acast.com/privacy for more information.
Neil deGrasse Tyson—world-renowned astrophysicist, Emmy-nominated host, science communicator, and author—is one of the most influential voices in modern science. In this live conversation, recorded at On Air Presents, he joins Debbie Millman to explore the role of science education and why defending science has never been more vital. Interested in learning more about upcoming TED events? Follow these links: TEDNext: ted.com/futureyou https://ted.com/futureyou * Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy https://acast.com/privacy for more information.
In celebration of 20 years of , Debbie Millman revisits one of the show’s most endearing traditions—the very first question. For years, she’s opened each conversation with a playful, deeply researched inquiry: something personal, unexpected, and revealing. In this special anniversary episode, listeners will hear some of Debbie’s favorite first questions and the illuminating answers they inspired. Interested in learning more about upcoming TED events? Follow these links: TEDNext: ted.com/futureyou https://ted.com/futureyou * Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy https://acast.com/privacy for more information.
In honor of 20 years of , Debbie Millman revisits memorable conversations with memoirists Elissa Altman, Thomas Page McBee, Ashley C. Ford, Josh Brolin, and Isaac Fitzgerald. This anniversary collection reflects on the candor, resilience, and storytelling power of five voices who have turned personal experience into unforgettable art. * Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy https://acast.com/privacy for more information.
To celebrate 20 years of Design Matters, Debbie Millman revisits highlights from her conversations with groundbreaking artists Bisa Butler, Deborah Kass, Marilyn Minter, Amy Sherald, and Ai Weiwei. This anniversary collection brings together the voices of five visionaries whose work challenges conventions, sparks dialogue, and redefines the role of art in our culture. * Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy https://acast.com/privacy for more information.
Stephen J. Dubner is an award-winning journalist, bestselling author, and co-creator of —the cultural phenomenon that, over the past 20 years, has grown into a global franchise, changing how millions think, revealing the hidden side of everything, and challenging us to question what we know. For a chance to give your own TED Talk, fill out the Idea Search Application: ted.com/ideasearch https://ted.com/ideasearch. * Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy https://acast.com/privacy for more information.
Acclaimed singer-songwriter Suzanne Vega reflects on her pioneering career, the artistry behind her storytelling, and the lasting cultural impact of songs like “Luka” and “Tom’s Diner.” She joins to discuss her new album, “Flying with Angels,” which poignantly captures the struggles and resilience of our time. For a chance to give your own TED Talk, fill out the Idea Search Application: ted.com/ideasearch https://ted.com/ideasearch. * Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy https://acast.com/privacy for more information.
To mark 20 years of Design Matters, Debbie Millman revisits some of her most memorable conversations with acclaimed non-fiction writers Lisa Taddeo, Malcolm Gladwell, Anne Lamott, Maria Konnikova, and Alain de Botton. This anniversary collection captures the insight, candor, and wisdom of five extraordinary thinkers whose work continues to shape how we see ourselves and the world around us. For a chance to give your own TED Talk, fill out the Idea Search Application: ted.com/ideasearch https://ted.com/ideasearch. * Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy https://acast.com/privacy for more information.
In honor of 20 years of , Debbie Millman revisits standout moments from her conversations with some of the most celebrated voices in graphic storytelling—Chris Ware, Alison Bechdel, Roz Chast, Seth, and Lynda Barry. This special retrospective highlights the artistry, humor, and humanity of five groundbreaking creators whose work has transformed the world of comics and beyond. For a chance to give your own TED Talk, fill out the Idea Search Application: ted.com/ideasearch https://ted.com/ideasearch. * Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy https://acast.com/privacy for more information.
To celebrate 20 years of , Debbie Millman revisits some of her most memorable conversations with design legends Massimo Vignelli, Michael Bierut, Paula Scher, Chip Kidd, and Louise Fili—icons whose voices and vision have shaped the field. For a chance to give your own TED Talk, fill out the Idea Search Application: ted.com/ideasearch https://ted.com/ideasearch. * Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy https://acast.com/privacy for more information.
Betty Buckley—Tony-winning Broadway legend, Olivier nominee, and beloved “Voice of Broadway”—has spent nearly six decades in theater, film, television, and music. Best known for and , she is an American Theater Hall of Fame inductee and recipient of the American Songbook Association’s Lifetime Achievement Award. She joins to discuss her remarkable career, enduring artistry, and the stories behind her most memorable roles. For a chance to give your own TED Talk, fill out the Idea Search Application: ted.com/ideasearch https://ted.com/ideasearch. * Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy https://acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tim Ferriss is a five-time New York Times bestselling author, a legendary podcaster with over a billion downloads, a prolific angel investor, and a relentless experimenter. During his fourth visit to , he shares the story behind , a new card game he’s quietly been crafting—and the mindset that brought it to life. For a chance to give your own TED Talk, fill out the Idea Search Application: ted.com/ideasearch https://ted.com/ideasearch. * Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy https://acast.com/privacy for more information.
Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist David Cay Johnston has spent his career exposing corruption in business and government. A relentless muckraker, he’s written and , offering a searing look at the Trump administration’s impact on America. This archival episode with David Cay Johnston first aired in 2018, during Donald Trump’s first term. The conversation remains just as urgent and relevant today. For a chance to give your own TED Talk, fill out the Idea Search Application: ted.com/ideasearch https://ted.com/ideasearch. * Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy https://acast.com/privacy for more information.
Lulu Miller is a Peabody Award–winning journalist, co-host of , founder of the podcast , and author of the acclaimed book . She joins to discuss her career at the intersection of science, philosophy, and storytelling, inviting us to question how we understand the world and our place within it. For a chance to give your own TED Talk, fill out the Idea Search Application: ted.com/ideasearch https://ted.com/ideasearch. * Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy https://acast.com/privacy for more information.
Dr. Joy Buolamwini is a computer scientist and a poet of code who uses art and research to illuminate the social implications of artificial intelligence. She joins to discuss her career as the founder of the Algorithmic Justice League, her best-selling book , and her featured role in the acclaimed Netflix documentary . Want to help shape TED's shows going forward? Fill out our survey https://bit.ly/tedpodcastssurvey! For a chance to give your own TED Talk, fill out the Idea Search Application: ted.com/ideasearch https://ted.com/ideasearch. * Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy https://acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jennifer Pastiloff is a bestselling author of the memoir On Being Human and travels the world with her workshop, blending writing, yoga, and radical honesty. She joins to discuss turning pain into purpose, the power of vulnerability, and her new book, Proof of Life. Want to help shape TED’s shows going forward? Fill out our survey https://bit.ly/tedpodcastssurvey! For the Idea Search application, go to ted.com/ideasearch https://ted.com/ideasearch * Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy https://acast.com/privacy for more information.
In celebration of Pride Month, we’re revisiting conversations with accomplished LGBTQ+ guests—Carol Leifer, Paul Tazewell, Sonya Passi, Leisha Hailey, and Kate Moennig—about the journeys that led them to fulfilling professional lives and the influences that shaped who they are today. Want to help shape TED’s shows going forward? Fill out our survey https://bit.ly/tedpodcastssurvey! * Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy https://acast.com/privacy for more information.
James Dyson is a visionary inventor, designer, educator and founder of Dyson, a global company transforming ordinary household appliances into design and engineering marvels. He joins to discuss his iconic career, the role of failure in the creative process, and how good design can reshape the way we live. Want to help shape TED’s shows going forward? Fill out our survey https://bit.ly/tedpodcastssurvey! * Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy https://acast.com/privacy for more information.
Craig Federighi, Apple’s senior vice president of Software Engineering, and Alan Dye, Apple’s vice president of Human Interface Design, are two of the most influential creative and technological leaders shaping how we experience the digital world. Together, they represent the rare combination of engineering and design at its highest level, shaping how Apple products feel and behave. They join live at the Apple Headquarters to discuss the much anticipated launch of iOS 26. Want to help shape TED’s shows going forward? Fill out our survey https://bit.ly/tedpodcastssurvey! * Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy https://acast.com/privacy for more information.
Dane Laffrey is a Tony-winning scenic and costume designer known for his bold, emotionally resonant work on productions like, , and . He joins to discuss his two decade career and recent set design for , a true tour de force and one of the most extraordinary stages on Broadway. Want to help shape TED’s shows going forward? Fill out our survey https://bit.ly/tedpodcastssurvey! * Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy https://acast.com/privacy for more information.
Leisha Hailey and Kate Moennig—actresses known for their iconic roles as Shane and Alice on the reboot and co-hosts of the beloved podcast —join to discuss queer representation, their creative collaborations, and navigating the business of show business. Want to help shape TED’s shows going forward? Fill out our survey https://bit.ly/tedpodcastssurvey! * Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy https://acast.com/privacy for more information.
The works of artist Olafur Eliasson explore the relevance of art in the world at large. He joins to discuss his three-decade career creating sculptures, installations, paintings, photographs, and film utilizing natural elements—light, color, water, and movement—to alter viewers’ sensory perceptions. Want to help shape TED’s shows going forward? Fill out our survey https://bit.ly/tedpodcastssurvey! * Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy https://acast.com/privacy for more information.
Carson Ellis is the author and illustrator of the bestselling picture books “Home” and “Du Iz Tak?”. She joins to talk about her life living on a farm in Oregon and her remarkable career illustrating numerous award-winning books for children. Want to help shape TED’s shows going forward? Fill out our survey https://bit.ly/tedpodcastssurvey! * Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy https://acast.com/privacy for more information.
With his expertise in enigmas and illusions, David Kwong delights and challenges audiences around the world with his intellectual brand of magic. He joins to discuss his one-man show, , and his career as a magician, crossword puzzle constructor, and writer. * Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy https://acast.com/privacy for more information.
